Men's Breakfast
Join the men on Saturday, January 25 at 8 a.m. right here at IMPACT Church for a men’s breakfast. Food will be provided, just be sure to bring your Bible for a short devotional. Invite a friend and enjoy a wonderful time of getting to know other like-minded men in the church. Sign up here.
Current Teaching Series: I'm Sorry!
Apologies today often seem more like a strategy to avoid consequences than a genuine expression of remorse and a commitment to change. Too frequently, we say "I'm sorry" not because we truly regret our actions, but because we want to avoid trouble. In reality, an apology only holds weight when it’s backed by sincere repentance. When we acknowledge the harm we’ve caused, our apology should reflect genuine remorse, a recognition of the consequences, and a sincere desire to do better. The question is, are we truly sorry for what we’ve done, or are we merely trying to escape the repercussions of our actions?
Church Family Meeting
Our annual business meeting will be held on Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. after the 10:30 a.m. gathering. This meeting will include reflections on the blessings of 2024, as well as plans for 2025. Everyone is invited and members are strongly encouraged to attend. Members will be voting on the following: Jim Wendling and Brian Kush for Deacons and Jon Kuc and Geoff Desiato for Elders. This will be in addition to our current team of Deacons and Elders. Currently our elders are Mike Bailey and Steve Bottomley and our deacons are Ron Richmond, James Pryor, Dale Stoltzfus, and John Kuc.
NEXT GEN Youth Group
All students in 6th to 12th grade are invited to come out Friday, January 31 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. for our NEXT GEN Youth Group! We will have an awesome night of food, games, and a Bible study. Invite your friends! If you or your friend are new to NGYG, you can pre-register here.
55 Alive
If you are 55 and older, there is a small group designed just for you! It's called "55 Alive" and we meet the first Thursday of every month. We meet either at the church or go somewhere to eat lunch or take an excursion to one of the many attractions in the area. Our group is three years old in February and we're having a double celebration - our annual Valentine's luncheon and birthday party. Come and join in the fun on Thursday, February 6! For more information, visit the Connect Desk or see Judy Miller.
Ladies' Galentine's Brunch
Join us every other month for some food and fun with friends. This is a time to connect with other women, make some memories with crafts, games, devotions and more! On Saturday, February 8 we will be doing a Ladies’ Galentine’s Brunch at the church from 10 a.m. to noon. Come out for a great morning with other women and sign up here.
Evangelism Training
Following the 10:30 a.m. gathering on Sunday, February 9 we will enjoy a quick lunch and then dive into our Evangelism Training Event. This meeting will cover the basics of personal evangelism, the importance of leading children to Christ and raising them up in his love, and tips on evangelizing in the workplace. This afternoon session will teach you to navigate through common challenges and obstacles while preparing you to take the first steps in empowering your own evangelism. Sign up here to RSVP for lunch and childcare.
NEXT GEN Youth takes on Winter Jam
NEXT GEN Youth Group will be taking on Winter Jam this year in Reading, PA. This is a night of Christian artists and speakers in the Santander Arena. General admission is at 6 p.m. and tickets are $15 at the door. All students will have to be registered with an updated form as well as a signed paper consent form. Please reach out to lori@impactpa.church with any questions.
Connection Lunch
Join us for a church family meal on Sunday, January 5 right after the second gathering! This will be an informal time of fellowship that will be a great chance for you to connect with others in our church while enjoying a “potluck-style” lunch. We simply ask that everyone bring something to share, either a main dish, side dish, salad, dessert, or drink. Be sure to fill out this form with what you plan to bring or sign up at the Connect Desk. We look forward to connecting with you and sharing a meal together as a church family!
Baptism Sunday
Baptism Sunday is a celebration! It's an outward reflection of an inward connection you have made with God through Jesus. If this is your next step to take in your relationship with Jesus, complete this form or email pastor@impactpa.church if you have questions. The next baptism opportunity is Sunday, December 29.
Family Fifth Sunday
Our last Family Fifth Sunday of the year is Sunday, December 29. Every fifth Sunday of the month, we will be having something called Family Fifth Sunday where your elementary-aged kids will not have their normal Launch class. Instead, they will be able to join you in the gathering. This is also Baptism Sunday and Christmas Pajama Sunday for the kids!
Christmas Eve Candlelight Gathering
We will gather on Tuesday, December 24 at 5 p.m. to celebrate the light Jesus brought that first Christmas. After music and a short message, we will gather around the outdoor Christmas tree with a traditional candle lighting. Grab some hot cocoa and head home refreshed for your own family traditions.
Christmas Sunday
Join us for Christmas Sunday on December 22 at either our 9 or 10:30 a.m. gathering. It will be a wonderful morning with a message of hope, a handbell performance from our IMPACT Kids’ program, and a Christmas photo booth for you to snag a great family photo!
NEXT GEN Youth Group Christmas Party
Join the Youth Group for a special Christmas Party on Friday, December 20 from 6-10 p.m. This will be a fun-filled night of Christmas-themed festivities, food, karaoke, and a Mario Kart competition that you won’t want to miss! This is for all students in 6th-12th grades. We hope to see you there!
Live Nativity Drive Through Night 2
Experience the true gift of Christmas at our LIVE Nativity Drive-Through on Friday and Saturday, December 13-14 from 6-8 p.m. Animals, music, characters and scenes will transport you back to the first Christmas when we received the best gift of all, Jesus Christ. Invite your friends and neighbors out to enjoy this special FREE event from the warmth of their car!
Live Nativity Drive Through Night 1
Experience the true gift of Christmas at our LIVE Nativity Drive-Through on Friday and Saturday, December 13-14 from 6-8 p.m. Animals, music, characters and scenes will transport you back to the first Christmas when we received the best gift of all, Jesus Christ. Invite your friends and neighbors out to enjoy this special FREE event from the warmth of their car!
Ladies' Christmas Brunch
We will have a Ladies’ Christmas Brunch on Saturday, December 7 from 9-11 a.m. right here at IMPACT Church for all women. We will provide all of the food for our fancy breakfast feast, just bring yourself and a friend. More details coming soon!
NEXT GEN Youth Group
All students in 6th to 12th grade are invited to come out Friday, December 6 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. for our NEXT GEN Youth Group! We will have an awesome night of food, games, and a Bible study. Invite your friends! If you or your friend are new to NGYG, you can pre-register here.
55 Alive
55 Alive will be heading to the Manor Buffet in Lancaster on Thursday, December 5 at noon for our Christmas Party Lunch. The price is $19/person, which can be paid upon signing up. We also ask that you bring a new $10 gift for a gift exchange. We will also review our 2025 55 Alive Committee and our events for next year. Sign up at the Connect Desk!
Communion Sunday
Communion is a time to remember with gratitude what Jesus did on the cross for us. Communion celebrates the Gospel and is an important act of worship for Christians. Plan to join us for our upcoming time of communion on Sunday, December 1 at both gatherings.
Thanksgiving Eve Gathering
This year we will be having a Thanksgiving Eve Gathering on Wednesday, November 27 right here at IMPACT Church from 7-8 p.m. This will be a time of thanksgiving, testimony, scripture reading, singing and a message. We would love to see you come out and join in this night of thanksgiving and praise to kick off your holiday weekend with a grateful heart!
Christmas Decorating Party
Christmas decorating, ugly Christmas sweaters, Christmas music, hot cocoa and Christmas cookies! Could you even ask for more? We would love for you to join us in the holiday festivities and help us get the church and grounds decorated for the Christmas season. There will be indoor and outdoor decorating and set up. Lunch will be provided! This will be done on Saturday, November 23 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sign up here!
NEXT GEN Youth Group
All students in 6th to 12th grade are invited to come out Friday, November 22 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. for our NEXT GEN Youth Group! We will have an awesome night of food, games, and a Bible study. Invite your friends! If you or your friend are new to NGYG, you can pre-register here.
Men's Breakfast
Join the men on Saturday, November 16 at 8 a.m. right here at IMPACT Church for our Men’s Breakfast. Food will be provided, just be sure to bring your Bible for a short devotional. Invite a friend and enjoy a wonderful time of getting to know other like-minded men in the church.
NEXT GEN Youth Group
All students in 6th to 12th grade are invited to come out Friday, November 8 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. for our NEXT GEN Youth Group! We will have an awesome night of food, games, and a Bible study. Invite your friends! If you or your friend are new to NGYG, you can pre-register here.
Mark Cable Concert hosted by 55 Alive
This IMPACT group for those 55 and older meets on the first Thursday of each month. For the month of November, we will be having a special performance from Mark Cable right here at IMPACT Church on Thursday, November 7 at 1 p.m. Mark is a local comedian and musician from York, PA who has been performing all over the East Coast since 1981. He will be performing his act called “Senior Moments” on Thursday, November 7 at the church. The cost for tickets is $20, which can be paid here. Make sure to invite your friends out for this fun event!
Night of Prayer
Join us at IMPACT Church as we come together with our heavenly creator for a night of prayer- a night to lay it all down at his feet and to simply be in his presence. This event is for anyone who wants to come out to pray or be prayed for. We will come together and pray for our families, church, community, and leaders from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 6th.
Communion Sunday
Communion is a time to remember with gratitude what Jesus did on the cross for us. Communion celebrates the Gospel and is an important act of worship for Christians. Plan to join us for our upcoming time of communion on Sunday, November 3 at both gatherings.
Fall Work Day
Our fall work day will be on Saturday, November 2 from 9 a.m. to noon. We would love to have you if you can spare a few hours to help out. There are plenty of different types of jobs available to help with. Sign up here if you can come!
Point Adopt a Night
We are honored to volunteer at The Point in Parkesburg, a local youth center serving the Octorara area. The next volunteer opportunity is Tuesday, October 29. If you enjoy investing in youth, this opportunity is for you! Shoppers, cooks, servers, and a clean-up crew are needed. Click HERE to sign up!
Current Teaching Series: Let's Go!
What beliefs motivate your actions? Our society is filled with many people with many different perspectives, and it can be hard to discern the Way of Jesus in the midst of it all. What – and who – can we believe? Let’s dive into this question together to discover what is true, and how we can respond. When our lives are centered on following Jesus, our actions will reflect it – He can transform our lives, and even those around us. Do you trust Christ? Do you believe His teachings? Will you obey what he calls you to do? If so, Let’s GO!
Missions Conference - Saturday Dinner
This year’s Missions Conference will be taking place the weekend of Friday, October 25 to Sunday, October 27! This is just one way we hope to equip and inspire you to embrace your role in sharing the Good News around the world as well as get to know some of our missionary partners. This special weekend will include a coffeehouse and time to meet our missionary partners on Friday at 6 p.m., a dinner on Saturday at 6 p.m., and a guest speaker at our 9 and 10:30 a.m. gatherings on Sunday. Please sign up here if you plan to come Saturday so that we can plan accordingly.
Missions Conference - Friday Coffeehouse
This year’s Missions Conference will be taking place the weekend of Friday, October 25 to Sunday, October 27! This is just one way we hope to equip and inspire you to embrace your role in sharing the Good News around the world as well as get to know some of our missionary partners. This special weekend will include a coffeehouse and time to meet our missionary partners on Friday at 6 p.m., a dinner on Saturday at 6 p.m., and a guest speaker at our 9 and 10:30 a.m. gatherings on Sunday. Please sign up here if you plan to come Friday or Saturday so that we can plan accordingly.
Current Teaching Series: Let's Go!
What beliefs motivate your actions? Our society is filled with many people with many different perspectives, and it can be hard to discern the Way of Jesus in the midst of it all. What – and who – can we believe? Let’s dive into this question together to discover what is true, and how we can respond. When our lives are centered on following Jesus, our actions will reflect it – He can transform our lives, and even those around us. Do you trust Christ? Do you believe His teachings? Will you obey what he calls you to do? If so, Let’s GO!
Membership Sunday
Membership in a church body is something worth celebrating! We'll be officially welcoming new members (those who have completed Starting Point and the membership process) to IMPACT Church during our gatherings. Our next membership Sunday is coming up on October 27.
Coat Giveaway
Need the gift of warmth this winter? Parkesburg community churches have gathered what you need simply to say that we see you and we care. Come shop for FREE for all your winter wear on Saturday, October 19 from 9 to 11 a.m. at IMPACT Church. Make sure to spread the word to anyone you may know who is in need this winter season.
Current Teaching Series: Let's Go!
What beliefs motivate your actions? Our society is filled with many people with many different perspectives, and it can be hard to discern the Way of Jesus in the midst of it all. What – and who – can we believe? Let’s dive into this question together to discover what is true, and how we can respond. When our lives are centered on following Jesus, our actions will reflect it – He can transform our lives, and even those around us. Do you trust Christ? Do you believe His teachings? Will you obey what he calls you to do? If so, Let’s GO!
Ladies' Night In
On Saturday, October 12 from 6:30-9 p.m. we will be meeting at the church and making succulent pumpkins! You can bring a fall-themed snack or dessert to share and we’ll provide the supplies to make the pumpkins. Make sure to sign up below so we know how many people to prepare for!