Atlantic Northeast District Conference meets on 'Together' theme.

Atlantic Northeast District held its 2006 conference Oct. 13-14 in Leffler Chapel at Elizabethtown (Pa.) College. Wendi Butterfoss of Florin Church of the Brethren in Mount Joy, Pa., served as moderator. The theme was "Together," with the scripture reference 1 John 4:21, "The commandment we have from him is this: those who love God must love their brothers and sisters also." Doris Frysinger provided this report.

Friday evening was an inspirational time of worship and praise. Pastor Robert Kettering of Lititz (Pa.) Church of the Brethren shared three mini-sermons, interspersed with skits that reinforced the three themes, "Together with God," "Together with Other Christians," and "Together with the World." Wayne Eberly, Enos Heisey, Donald Rummel, and Levi Ziegler were each recognized for their 50 years in ordained ministry. An offering of $2,537.50 will be divided equally between the Mission Church Support Fund and the District Ministries.

Butterfoss led delegates in approval of a slate of nominees and a 2007 budget of $623,291, in addition to receiving a variety of reports. District leaders were recognized, with new leaders in the district during the last year introduced. Newly licensed ministers, recently ordained ministers, and pastors serving new congregations were showcased in a power point display. A report from the Turn Around Task Team generated much discussion about the current and future state of the church.

Source: 10/25/2006 Newsline