May 2024 Session Highlights

  • Received members of Derry’s 2024 Confirmation class for membership. Congratulations and welcome to Emmie Achorn, Anne Burke, Alex Patton, and Katie Steelman.  
  • Approved the use of the church building for the following events:
    • Wedding of Taylor Bracale and Tanner Fitting (non-members) on Saturday, May 10, 2025, to be officiated by Pastor Stephen – use of the Sanctuary plus rooms for the wedding party.
    • Susquehanna Chorale’s spring 2025 concert: rehearsal on Monday, April 28 and program on Friday, May 16, use of Sanctuary, choir room and warm up rooms.
    • Music program featuring Dan Dorty and friends on Friday, July 26, 2024 in the Sanctuary.
  • Received a financial report from the Stewardship & Finance Committee.
  • Appointed Cindy Warnock as Derry’s Key Person with Londonderry Village. This program, which Londonderry supports with various community churches, enlists volunteers to help with projects and activities of its Auxiliary. Cindy will be our liaison and will be sharing information on fundraisers and other activities at Londonderry Village.
  • The Christian Education Committee will be holding a Women’s Retreat at Kenbrook Camp February 21-23, 2025 at which Rev. Nancy Reinert will speak on the topic of “God, the Master Gardener.” Look for more information in the Enews as the date approaches.
  • Approved Capital Procurement Requisitions to repair damaged Dryvit (synthetic stucco) on areas around the church damaged over time along with inspecting and repairing existing caulking around windows, sill ledges and joints and the installation of final sections of downspouts and gutters to the rear of the church building. 
  • Approved Derry Discovery Days’ request to permit Adele Hosenfeld to construct a nature kitchen in Derry’s playground as her Eagle Scout project.
  • Approved hiring requests for Derry Discovery Days: Megan Rhen – substitute teacher and Stephanie Crandall – aide in the Butterfly morning class.
  • This year’s church picnic will be held on Sunday, June 2. No reservations are required and there is no charge for the picnic. Donations of $8/family are appreciated. This year’s picnic is sponsored by Derry’s Membership & Involvement Committee and the 300th Anniversary Committee. All are encouraged to attend and enjoy this time of fellowship and good food.