"Seek yea first the kingdom of God,
and his righteousness: and all these
things shall be added unto you."
Matthew 6:33
Jesus said that the wise build their life upon the foundation of His word (Matt. 7:24, 25) and it will withstand the test of time.
Our strength, as Christians, will be our adherence to the word of God in our everyday lives.
At the Clear Creek Church, sound, Biblical preaching and teaching has been its strength throughout the years and is still a vital part of its ministry and mission.
The Brethren in Christ Church began sometime between 1775 and 1788, and the place of origin was near the present town of Marietta in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. For the most part, our founding mothers and fathers had an Anabaptist background and were deeply affected by the revivals of the great awakening of the eighteenth century and the Pietistic movement, which was spread in America by the Moravians and German Baptists. These revivals emphasized a personal, heart-felt conversion experience.
The earliest Brethren in Christ called themselves simply the Brethren. Outsiders often referred to them as River Brethren since they lived, for the most part, along the Susquehanna River. We know that by 1788 a group of the Brethren immigrated to Canada and became known there as the Tunkers, a reference to their practice of baptism (from the German word meaning to dip).
Discipleship for the brethren was expressed in practical ways. It involved the avoidance of worldly activities such as politics and certain amusements such as card playing. Dress was simple and unadorned by jewelry, bright colors, or frills. Their plain uniform dress made them stand out in their communities which suited their belief of being a separate people called out by God. The fact that they were farmers and spoke German likely affected both their simple theological stance and and their desire to be separated from the world.
The early Brethren in Christ took their name seriously - they believed and practiced that they were a brotherhood in Christ. Their manner of meeting was symbolic of the concept of brotherhood. For most of the first 100 years of our church, worship services were held in the homes of members. And even when the Brethren began to construct buildings referred to as meetinghouses, they kept them simple with pews surrounding on three sides and an un-elevated pulpit. Thus the Brethren met in common around the Word of God.
Very early in our churchs history, members began to move and take their beliefs with them. We know that by 1788, a group of the Brethren immigrated to Canada. Other Brethren in Christ moved westward from Pennsylvania, settling in Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Iowa, Kansas, Oklahoma, and California.
At the time of the Civil War in the United States, the Brethren decided to record themselves under the present name of Brethren in Christ. In 1879 the North American Church (US and Canada) was formed into a General Conference, which gives overall guidance to the regional and local churches. The formation of a General Conference made systematic evangelism a possibility. In 1894 a home mission work started in the city of Chicago, and in 1898 the first foreign mission work began in the African nation of Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe).
Today, Brethren in Christ churches can be found all across the United States and Canada, and in more than twenty-three countries around the world.
A unique aspect of the Brethren in Christ Church is the rich blend of theological traditions that make us who we are today. Specifically, preaching and teaching in our churches is shaped by three emphases within the wider Christian community: Anabaptism, Pietism, and Wesleyanism.
Anabaptism
The theological roots of the Brethren in Christ Church reach back to the Protestant Reformation. At that time, reformers called Anabaptists stressed the importance of a personal responsibility toward one's baptism (believer's baptism), as well as the importance of discipleship, and obedience, the separation of church and state, the practice of non-resistance, and the necessity of community. This Anabaptist strain within our churchs theological DNA shows itself most particularly in our emphases on the community of faith, to serving compassionately, to living simply, and to pursuing peace.
Pietism
We Brethren in Christ draw a portion of our identity from certain German believers who, in the seventeenth century, rejected the overly intellectualized expression of the Christian faith that had become popular within certain segments of the church. The Pietists stressed the importance of genuine conversion and a warm, personal experience of renewed life in Christ. This awakening experience swept through Europe and on to America. For Brethren in Christ, the Christian faith is a relationship with God that is to be enjoyed with the heart, even as it is affirmed with the head.
Wesleyanism
We Brethren in Christ have also been deeply influenced by the teachings of the eighteenth-century British scholar and preacher, John Wesley. The Wesleyan movement in America - also known as the Holiness movement - emphasizes conversion as a conscious acceptance of God, the empowerment of the Holy Spirit, and daily growth in holiness. Brethren in Christ value the free gift of salvation in Christ Jesus and the transforming power of the Holy Spirit and we are unashamed in sharing the Good News of the Gospel with others.
For more than 200 years, the Brethren in Christ have expressed an understanding of living in relationship to Jesus shaped by these renewal movements. What began in the 1750's in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, has since spread across North America and, though an overwhelming receptivity to our missionaries, around the world.
Spangler Home near York, Pa.
where the Pennyslvania Conference of the United Brethren in Chirst met in 1791. Photograph early 20th century.
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Beginner Class
Teens
Adult Class
Beverly Mills
Natasha Mills
Mary Nicholas
Ages 4-6
Penny Kipp
Lisa Miller
Earl Miller
Ina Miller
Primary Class
Junior Church
Grace for Life Class
Dee Diehl
Heather Cornell
Regina Stiffler
Pastor John E. Geyer
G.L.A.D. Class
Nursery
Junior Class
Brian Miller
Worship Service: (Downstairs)
Ashley & Brian Hinkle
Samantha & Justin Mills
Starla & Lynn Decker
Gloria Cogan
Lisa Decker
Worship Service: (Upstairs)
Chelsea Turner
Sunday School:
Sue Geyer
Jo-Nel Geyer
Lori & Lexie Miller
Denise Mills
Justin Mills
Joe Beegle
Ruth Bowman
Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
Hebrews 13:5
An envoy to Sweden was one night so disturbed by the state of his nation, that he could not sleep. His servant observed his distress and said, "Will you allow me to ask you a question?"
Upon receiving permission the servant said, "Do you think that God governed the world very well before you were in it?"
"Yes" replied the envoy.
"And do you not think that He will govern it very well after you have departed?"
"Certainly" conceded the envoy."
Then, I ask you, do you not think that you may trust Him to govern it as long as you are living?"
Many times we, too, wrestle with problems that we face, not realizing that God has been with us all the time. For this to be our hope, we must realize that God is in control.
As we begin the New Year, let us remind our hearts and minds of this fact and live to His glory and our peace of mind.
-- Pastor Geyer
"Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, for asmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord."
I Cor. 15:58
The Burning Torch
Among the ancient Greeks, the race was not won by the runner who crossed the line in the shortest time, but by the man who crossed the line in the shortest time with his torch still burning.
We are often so busy with life's activites that we are in danger of allowing the torch of our spiritual life to become extinguished.
A good woman once said that in the rush and hurry of her life, she felt in danger of being "jostled out of her spiritualablity".
There is a real danger of being too busy to be good; of running to fast to keep our torch of spiritual life burning.
This is a real challenge for all of us. Lord help us all to walk with You, not behind or run ahead.
Amen.
"I can do all things through Christ
which strengtheneth me"
Phil. 4:13
What if... .?
"I can't", "I won't", "I don't".
These are words that keep people from reaching their potential. There's no telling how different this world would be if people throughout the ages had not lived up to their fullest potential.
Consider this:
What if Michelangelo said, "I don't do ceilings"? What if David said, "I don't do giants"? What if Michael Jordan said, "I don't do basketball"?
What if Neil Armstrong said, "I don't do outer space"? What if George Washington said, "I don't do revolutions"? Or, what if Paul said, "I don't do missions"? And, what if Jesus said, "I don't do crosses"? Just think what a different world this would be.
We have all been blessed because of a few individuals who chose not to say, "I can't", "I won't", or I don't".
Paul said he could do all things through Christ Who strengthened him.
And so can we. Amen!
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The story of Roxbury Holiness Camp is a story of changed lives. It is a place where people come together to meet the Lord in a personal encounter and go on to live a new life in the power of Jesus Christ and the fullness of the Holy Spirit.
Nestled at the foot of the North Mountain in the scenic Blue Mountain Range - within minutes of the Pennsylvania Turnpike - the 110 acre camp is blessed with an abunance of mature trees, the Conodoguinet Creek, trails for hikers, playing fields for sports activities, modern showers, washrooms and laundry facilities, shaded spots for trailers and campers, sites for tents as well as numerous buildings and pavilions for group meetings.
Roxbury Camp was birthed in 1935 when revival meetings were held in an old dance hall. This was the beginning of the Roxbury Holiness Camp meeting. Over the years the camp has grown and is now a year round facility where people of all ages can find peace and renewed strength.
Roxbury Holiness Camp and
Conference Center
PO Box 28
Roxbury, PA 17251
717-532-2208
Holiness Camp Meeting
Camp Meeting services every day at 10:30AM, 2:30PM & 7:30PM unless other wise noted. Preaching, singing, healing service and testimonies of God at work today.
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The goal of the MOST Team is to provide a connection to our church and the missionaries the church supports through out the world.
From teams here in America, Mexico, and over seas. Spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ and bring the hearts of people to the Lord.
Have been traveling to and connecting with people in Israel since 1995. Together with their three children, AbbyRose, Levi & Moriah, they relocated to Israel from Pennsylvania, U.S.A. in September, 2007. They work in conjunction with Israeli doctors helping children who have been born with Congenital Heart Disease receive much needed open heart surgery. Duties include administration, logistics, and transportation of children and their families.
Our firsthand experience and personal observation of life in Israel and Palestine has clearly revealed to us the desperate need for the concrete, practical demonstration of God's eternal love and compassion.
THE NEED:
Congenital heart disease (CHD) causes the death of thousands of children in developing countries each year. Heart defects are the most frequent congenital defect. The frequency of heart defects is 8 out of every 1000 children born in the world. Congenital heart disease can be as high as 20 out of 1000 in some populations. While vast resources have been expended in the West to treat these children, most developing world countries lack a comparable infrastructure. In some places the doctors and hospitals are not trained and equipped to perform even basic heart surgeries.
OUR MISSION:
We sponsor two children per month for open heart surgery. As we cultivate relationships with these children and their families our initial focus and goal is to love them unconditionally.
We also have the opportunity to watch new life begin through the physical changes a life saving heart surgery brings.
Driving from Breezewood (WEST)
1. Drive on US-30 W
2. Turn left at 30
3. Turn left at S Hopewell St/PA-26
(Continue to follow PA-26)
4. Turn Left at E 4th Ave/PA-26
5. Slight Left at PA-2020/Winding Ridge Rd
6. Clear Creek Church will be on your Right
Driving from Bedford (EAST)
1. Drive on US-30 E
2. Take the exit toward PA-26 S/Everett
3. Merge onto 30/W Main Street
4. Turn right at S Hopewell St/PA-26
5. Turn Left at E 4th Ave/PA-26
6. Slight Left at PA-2020/Winding Ridge Rd
7. Clear Creek Church will be on your Right
357 Eshelman Road, Everett, PA 15537 Tel: 814 652 5317 Email: clearcreekbic_comcast.net
Worship Times
Sunday School 9:30 am
Sunday Morning 10:30 am
Sunday Night 7:00 pm
Wednesday Night 7:30 pm
Clear Creek BIC Church
357 Eshelman Road
Everett, PA 15537
(814) 652-5317
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