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Our Mission and Welcoming Statement

For over 100 years, Otterbein Church has gathered on the corner of Queen and Clay Streets, following the call to make a difference in our community and our world. We believe the great commandments, to love God with all our strength, soul, heart and mind, and to love our neighbors as ourselves. We believe that God’s grace is extended to all. We welcome persons of every age, race, color, ability, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, and any others who are marginalized, to be part of our journey. Together, we continue to explore and live the meaning of Christian discipleship in today’s world.

Our Mission and Welcoming Statement

For over 100 years, Otterbein Church has gathered on the corner of Queen and Clay Streets, following the call to make a difference in our community and our world. We believe the great commandments, to love God with all our strength, soul, heart and mind, and to love our neighbors as ourselves. We believe that God’s grace is extended to all. We welcome persons of every age, race, color, ability, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, and any others who are marginalized, to be part of our journey. Together, we continue to explore and live the meaning of Christian discipleship in today’s world.

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Worship Times

9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Worship Service and Children’s Church

10:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Fellowship Time

10:45 a.m. – 12:00 noon
Adult Sunday School

Address

20 East Clay Street
Lancaster PA
17602

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Phone

717-394-3755

Email

info@otterbeinlancaster.org

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Broken Hallelujah

by | Sep 7, 2022 |

In our adult forum class we had the privilege of having someone who teaches a class on “the inklings” (CS Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkein, Charles Williams, Owen Barfield) give us a brief introduction of C.S. Lewis. We read excerpts of his sermon “Weight of Glory.” To end the...

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by | Aug 24, 2022 |

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SEASON 1 Hey,Hey, Anybody Listening!

Episode:19 Diakonia, how and why we serve God

by Dr. rev. Jonette Gay & Jason Burgess | In this seasons final Episode we hear from Darryl Stephens and some of his students from the class he recently provided as part of the programing for the Adult Forum offered to the congregation and anyone at Otterbein UMC. We hope you will enjoy the considered and personal stories of service and commitment to doing Gods work, as part of their daily lives, shared by the participants of the class. We also hope you may see how you yourself, can and already do share Gods love as a personal mission. We hope you will stay tuned for our 2nd season to start up in mid to late September. Have great rest of your summer!

Episode:18 "What is Most Personal is the Most Universal"

by Dr. rev. Jonette Gay & Jason Burgess | In this Episode Jonette sits down with one of our own, Pat Lee, and encourages her to share something personal. Our faith is shared in stories and sharing ones story builds and grows faith in the ears listening. Pat offers us a glimpse into her faith through the stories she shares with us. Pat reveals how, her story, is yours the same.

Episode:17 Underground at Otterbein

by Dr. rev. Jonette Gay & Jason Burgess | In this Episode Jonette and Jason have a conversation with a non-traditional member of the Otterbein family, Josh. He is part of an Anonymous Group that takes place weekly here deep within the Otterbein walls. We learn from Josh what great Faith and love is shared beneath the ground level. We hope you will take away a fuller grace knowing this place, we call Gods home reaches to depths you may not have yet considered.

Episode:16 Community Treasures, Brought Down from the Attic

by Dr. rev. Jonette Gay & Jason Burgess | In this Episode Jonette works with United Woman In Faith, behind the tables at Otterbein United Methodist Church's monthly Attic Treasures while Jason Interviews the patrons and participants that make this simple sale of "some one else's treasures" a catalyst for Community, Love, and the Sharing of Faith on multiple levels. A Special thanks to the individuals who took time from their shopping to share with us while, Jason butchered the names and pressed them for their . . . beautiful connection to, making someone else's treasures their own. We hope you will enjoy this montage of colorful and joyful stories shared in-between great finds and committed service.

Episode:15 Summer Recreation is an opportunity for "Re-Creation"

by Dr Rev Jonette Gay & Jason Burgess | Jason and Pastor Jonette, sit down together and share a little about how they find time for "Re-Creation" in their past and what has them motivated to find their own inner joy for the ongoing season. Happy Summer everyone don't let it pass without finding some special joy and something new about yourself.

Episode 14:"When We Keep Our Faith and Share Our Faith . . . Transformation" Marjory Roth.

by Dr Rev Jonette Gay & Jason Burgess | Rev. Dr. Marjory Roth is a young Presbyterian pastor living in Long Island, New York, a clergy couple, and mother of Three. She shares about pop-culture and faith. As well as the "secret" of children and young families in church. No magic secret Just faith lived and shared. Listen as this vibrant and joyful pastor shares her faith by recognizing its place and happening everywhere in her life.

Episode 13: Singer and Song Writer Adam Monaco

by Dr Rev Jonette Gay & Jason Burgess | Jonette Invites, Adam Monaco and his better half and beautiful back up and support, Cate Monaco to talk about the thing that fills their souls and the gifts from God they diligently share from living rooms to the world, Music! Following this delightful conversation, we are happy to share with you 3 works by the artist (including his latest release, Nevermind) and 1 work from, Under The Oak, featuring Adam. Playlist 1."Nevermind" Adam Monaco 2. "Dont Think Twice" Adam Monaco 3."Beyond The Physical" Under the Oak 4. "Recless Glory" Adam Monaco Born in Long Island and now rooted deeply in the Philadelphia music scene, Adam Monaco is a singer/songwriter, nationally touring multi-instrumentalist, and composer, producing music for commercials, television, and various musicians. Monaco has dedicated much of his time helping the Philadelphia music scene grow through projects and events involving his own and other non-profit organizations. Monaco is currently recording and releasing singles with his seven-piece band, and plans to release a full album at the end of 2023. Monaco recently entered the world of film when he scored the documentary Burden of Memory which won Best Director at LA’s First Glance Film Festival.

Episode: 12 What is Music Appreciation Sunday?

by Dr Rev Jonette Gay & Jason Burgess | In this episode Bill Rhoads ,Director of Music and Organist of Otterbein United Methodist Church, shares with us why we celebrate Music Appreciation. Bill speaks on behalf of the dedicated members of the OUMC Choir and Bell Choir, reminding us of the work and sacrifice they go to, above and beyond, to bring the congregation each week a worship service rich in sound and filled with vocal and instrumental praise. Bill also shares a little about himself, his love of music, and how he came to give over 20 years of his life to this congregation. This Sunday May 21 is Music Appreciation Sunday and Bill and all the music department will be preforming the service in a wide collection of formats and works of music. So, come out, listen, and show your appreciation for this vital part of our worship.

Episode: 11 The Age Old and Amazing Sound of the Recorder with Rainer Beckmann

by Dr Rev Jonette Gay & Jason Burgess | Remember that Recorder? or Tonette as Jonette remembers from her youth. Most of us recall it as that squeaky instrument we so quickly set aside, never knowing the rich history and beauty of its being and sound. In this episode we invite you to rediscover its age old charm through the words and performance of a true master of its craft Rainer Beckmann. Take an enlightening journey through a soundscape of enchantment and whimsical beauty with four separate works of music, featuring our guest, Rainer Beckmann. He plays recorder with a large variety of early music ensembles in the Philadelphia tri-state area. He is a member of New World Recorders and Vox Renaissance Consort. As featured soloist and guest musician, he has appeared with Tempesta di Mare, Piffaro, Mélomanie, Brandywine Baroque, Camerata Ama Deus, Philadelphia Bach Collegium, The Bach Choir of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania Sinfonia Orchestra, and others. Before moving to the United States, he performed in Germany, the Netherlands, France, Belgium, Italy, Israel, and Brazil. Rainer is the music director of the Philadelphia Recorder Society. He is a graduate of the Utrecht Conservatory of Music (Netherlands), where he studied recorder with Heiko ter Schegget, Baldrick Deerenberg, and Marion Verbruggen.

Episode 10: Making People At Home, Church World Services

by Dr Rev Jonette Gay & Jason Burgess | Jonette takes a little time with Andrew Mashas, from Church World Services to talk about the organization and about the great work they do to introduce and integrate refugees from all over the planet to their new home, here in our welcoming community

Episode 9: Environmental and Community Activism with Ashton Clatterbuck

by Dr Rev Jonette Gay & Jason Burgess | This week we explore the world of environmental activism through a spiritual connection to the land, understood and experienced by, Ashton Clatterbuck. Listen as this talented and enthusiastic youth shares his harrowing story of strength, commitment, faith, and even incarceration.

Episode 8: "Loss, Grief, and Rebirth"

by Dr Rev Jonette Gay & Jason Burgess | Jason and Jonette sit together again this week to take some time to talk about the loss of a loved one, the loss of self through addiction and how Love can never leave you. God is with us all the way and life is always a new opportunity to love. When we find our selves grieving for someone we lost and even after having lost ourselves if we choose to hold on to love we shall be reborn forever.

Episode 7: Listening; Thoughts and Ideas on the Essence of Hearing One Another

by Dr Rev Jonette Gay & Jason Burgess | In this episode Jonette and Jason sit down together and share some experiences about Listening, meanwhile, contemplating just what It means to be heard.

Episode 6: Learning about Leadership: A conversation with Dawn Taylor-Storm

by Dr Rev Jonette Gay & Jason Burgess | Dawn Taylor-Storm is the Assistant to the Bishop of Leadership Development for United Methodist Eastern PA and Greater New Jersey Conferences and, as the Director of Connectional Ministry for EPA. She take the time out of her busy schedule and sits down with us to share the good news about the UMC and its opportunities for leadership, "opportunities for relational moments". Dawn encourages us to "step out of the boat" and share our talents with the congregation, regionally and locally. Perhaps, there is a place for you to participate in your faith, in a leadership role with the United Methodist Church. If so ? this episode is sure to "Lead" you and provide an insight to what it looks like to be a leader. Listen, as she shares her love for leadership and the people she has been called to guide.

Episode 5 "Discipline, Disaffiliation, and Doing Better", a conversation with Darryl W Stephens

by Dr Rev Jonette Gay & Jason Burgess | This week we sit down with Director of United Methodist studies at Lancaster Theological Seminary Darryl W. Stephens. Stephen's shares with us the structure of discipline and a history of decent In the United Methodist Church. In this episode we get closer understanding of how, with our faith in love, and our compassion for others, we can do better to be better. You can learn more about Darryl and his passions for Social Justice and Professional Ethics via his web project "Ethics Considered" www.darrylwstephens.com

episode 3 "Finding Direction with the Help of a Spiritual Director" a conversation with Brenda Sauder,Spiritual Director

by Dr Rev Jonette Gay & Jason Burgess | Brenda Sauder, Talks about what is "Spiritual Direction" and how it can help assist individuals struggling to find a spiritual connection with oneself and ones higher power. Brenda, shares her journey to becoming a Spiritual Director and gives us a glimpse of this growing practice in the field of mental health care. You can connect with Mrs Sauder or find your own Spiritual Director at https://www.sdicompanions.org/, and you can find more information about the history of Spiritual Direction here https://www.spiritual-life.co.uk/single-post/2015/06/03/the-history-of-spiritual-direction

episode 2 "Soil, Rich in Faith" a conversation with Sarah Mitchell

by Dr Rev Jonette Gay & Jason Burgess | In this episode of Hey Hey anybody Listening, we talk with Sarah Mitchell about her faith, love, life and God, from a perspective of her career as a Horticulturalist. Sarah reveals how deep roots in black soil can produce hands lifted to the heaven of Light. No matter what direction you go or path you choose, to fallow your faith, we can find Gods love and grow. We invite you to listen and enjoy this beautiful metaphor of the spirit.

episode 1 "Spiritual Healing through the Breath and Body" a conversation with Rev. Melisa Madara

by Dr Rev Jonette Gay & Jason Burgess | Rev. Dr. Jonette Gay and Jason Burgess Introduce our Podcast "Hey Hey Anybody Listening" in a conversation with Rev. Melisa Madara, proprietor of Sacred SoulScapes. Sacred SoulScapes is a ministry that seeks to recover that which has been lost, and to reconnect and re-engage our souls with the God of creation, the God of incarnation, and the God who dwells within and among us. Melisa challenges us to do this through, meditative hikes and other outdoor adventures; through the practice of yoga; and through a practice of sacred listening known as spiritual direction. Learn more about this Open and Affirming Ministry at www.sacredsoulscapes.org " It is our prayer that we will together come to discover a way of being within the world that draws us into a deeper and more compassionate connection with ourselves, with one another, and with the divine."