Fwd: Abortion by video…unless you help us stop it.

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From: PA Family Institute <mail@pafamily.org>
Date: Fri, Dec 6, 2019 at 11:54 AM
Subject: Abortion by video…unless you help us stop it.
To: Kelly Horning <philandkelly@gmail.com>

Abortion by video? Abortion Drugs via Internet or a Phone App? Planned Parenthood has revealed to the PA Department of Health in a recent inspection that they are adding "telemedication abortion" – sometimes called "webcam abortions" - an unsafe practice that puts profits before patients. Language was added by the PA State House to a Senate Bill that would effectively ban its practice - but we need your State Senator to vote in favor of this bill with the language already passed by the House. It's a critical vote that could come later this month on whether to concur (agree) on the amended bill.  Senate Bill 857 would expand telemedicine in Pennsylvania and it has been amended by the State House to ban telemed abortions by including limitations language that requires a doctor to administer in-person any of the drugs listed by the FDA Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS), which includes the abortion drug Mifeprex. To my State Senator: No Abortions by Video in PA! Protect Life! Pass Senate Bill 857 as amended and ban telemed abortions. Click here to take action or visit pafamily.org/notelemedabortions. More on telemed abortion:  LifeNews: Pennsylvania Planned Parenthood Will Do More Abortions Even Though It Just Failed a Health Inspection Live Action: Planned Parenthood expands telemedicine app as industry looks to remove abortion pill safeguards Update: "Conversion Therapy" Ban in Allegheny County For several months, members of the Allegheny County Council have been considering a county-wide ban on so-called "conversion therapy" - something PFI's Legal Counsel Curtis Schube described in written testimony to the council as sweeping legislation that would prevent "any effort to help a minor to reduce same-sex attraction or feelings of being the opposite sex, even if the minor wants the help."  Thankfully the so-called "conversion therapy" ban is being tabled for this year. But, sadly, it may be re-introduced next year and due to the 2019 election results, there may not be as much opposition to this harmful proposal. Thank you to all who contacted their county councilmembers and please stay tuned next year to any such proposal. We also thank Curtis, along with PFI Director of Strategic Partnerships Kurt Weaver, for their efforts in helping to inform the council members as well as engaging with constituents throughout the county. The expertise and resources they were able to provide is all possible because of your financial partnership with us - thank you. Michael Geer on WDAC Thank you once again to WDAC and Greg Barton's Spotlight program for welcoming PFI President Michael Geer to discuss an update on important issues happening in our state, including Gov. Wolf's veto of the Down Syndrome Protection Act; the proposed Heartbeat Bill; the fetal remains bill; Planned Parenthood's abortion by video plan and the legalization - and commercialization - of recreational marijuana. Click here to listen to this recent program. Capital Connection on Family Life Radio 11/22 - Pro-Life Win & Chicken Controversy To listen to past Capital Connection episodes, click here. Thank you! Thanks to the generous partnership of many families in Lancaster County and across Pennsylvania, we received a great boost to our work through The Extraordinary Give, with contributions over $50,000! We are so grateful and excited to partner with you - together we work to make Pennsylvania a place where God is honored, religious freedom flourishes, families thrive and life is cherished. On this date, December 6, in 1865, the 13th Amendment outlawing slavery became part of the Constitution. Every Republican voted for it, only 2 democrats in the senate and only 14 democrats in the house voted for it.  These numbers are very similar to legislation dealing with pro-life laws today unfortunately - like the Down Syndrome Protection Act (Roll Call: House | Senate) Mark Your Calendar Tuesday, April 28, 2020 - Primary Election Monday, May 18, 2020 - First-ever Pennsylvania March for Life. Details: PAMarchForLife.org. July 19-25, 2020 - 20th annual City on the Hill Youth Leadership and Worldview Conference for high school students. Details: pafamily.org/coth Share This Email Update Subscribe Donate Our Work Pennsylvania Family Institute 23 N Front St  | Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17101 (717) 545-0600 | mail@pafamily.org Follow Us Having trouble viewing this email? View it in your web browser Unsubscribe

Fwd: Praise & Prayer December '19

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From: Spruce Lake <davet@sprucelake.org>
Date: Tue, Dec 3, 2019 at 12:17 PM
Subject: Praise & Prayer December '19
To: <philandkelly@gmail.com>

Blessings

December 2019 Praise & Prayer Romans 12:2 "Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is - His good, pleasing and perfect will."   Praises: We praise the Lord for a staff and board of directors who desire to see many lives touched by God at Spruce Lake and Pinebrook. For the many people who have invested their time, talent and treasure to point people toward Christ this past year as we look forward to what God will do in 2020. Here are some quotes from a teacher form from the recent Fall Outdoor Education Classes: "It is a chance for us to emphasize our spiritual theme, and to call our 7th grade students to take on their faith more personally. The time away from home, in the SLOS activities, and with friends aids in accomplishing this." – middle school principal "Truly, our trip to Spruce Lake is the highlight of the year – which is why we have almost as many adults as a students attending! Can't say enough about this place." - middle school teacher "This is a great way for the students, teachers, and parents to get to know each other and form bonds. Lots of students faced some fears and built confidence." – 6th grade teacher "This program allows community to grow within our 6th grade class. We are able to move forward in our 6th grade life science class due to the educational concepts that you teach here. We also have more character development and spiritual conversations. Thank You!" – 6th grade teacher "The teaches were great and we loved the spiritual aspect. The program helps to give us a great insight into the challenges our students face." – 8th grade teacher "It is run well and gives our students a chance to meet and learn from God though a different place/ in nature." – 5th grade teacher Prayers: Pray for the Franconia Mennonite Camp Association Board and staff at Spruce Lake and Pinebrook as we continue to seek God's direction for the ministry. Please pray that God would prepare the hearts of the arriving guests for what He wants to teach them while they are here. Pray that the Lord would keep leading guests back to Pinebrook as we work to build friendships with guest groups for remainder of this year and 2020. Pray that the DEP permit for the waste water improvements we are currently working on would be approved. Pray for the funding and the permit process so that more people can be pointed toward Christ through the sixteen new cabins at Wilderness Camp. We would appreciate your prayers as we seek to find a Retreat Center Director for Spruce Lake. Mark Mitchell has taken on the job of Operations and Recruiting Director. Mark Swartley needs to spend more time leading the ministry of Spruce Lake and Pinebrook and less time on the daily tasks. Praying that your Christmas season would be a joyous one. In Christ, Dave Trout  Mark 10:45 Director of Advancement Spruce Lake Retreat www.sprucelake.org davet@sprucelake.org Camp: 800-822-7505 ext.125 Cell: 570-236-1489 Upcoming Events Men's click here Couples Retreat click here Spruce Lake 800-822-7505 sprucelake.org Connect with us ‌ ‌ ‌

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Fwd: This Christmas, give the gift of hope

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From: J Ron Byler, Mennonite Central Committee <ronbyler@mcc.org>
Date: Tue, Dec 3, 2019 at 7:00 AM
Subject: This Christmas, give the gift of hope
To: Phil and Kelly Horning <philandkelly@gmail.com>

Share the joy of giving! No Images? Click here       Dear Phil and Kelly: This year, as we celebrate the promise God offers us in the birth of Christ, I want you to know the hope that your gifts to MCC are bringing across the globe. In Kenya, where droughts are becoming more frequent and rainfall less reliable, you are helping Deborah Solodo and other farmers to raise animals like goats and chickens that can be sustained more easily than cows during dry seasons. Join us in bringing this hope and help to more families around the world. Yes! This Christmas, I will give the gift of hope.   Your gift by Dec. 31 makes a difference in the fields and flocks of farmers from Cambodia to Colombia. It brings urgently needed help in the cities of Syria and Ukraine and supports people working for peace and justice in their own communities. The work we do to share God's love and compassion for all in the name of Christ would not be possible without you. I want you to know how much I value your gifts and prayers. May the Prince of Peace touch your life with joy and hope this Christmas and in the coming year. Grace and peace,   J Ron Byler Executive Director Mennonite Central Committee U.S. P.S. This Christmas, join us in giving gifts that change lives. Please give by Dec. 31, as generously as you can.   Donate now   Mennonite Central Committee U.S. 21 South 12th St. PO Box 500 Akron, PA 17501 1.888.563.4676 You are receiving this email because you have recently supported the work of MCC. Thank you!   Like    Forward  Preferences  |  Unsubscribe

Fwd: Year End Summary 2019

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From: Crossfire Youth Ministry <jdhorning@crossfireyouthcenter.org>
Date: Sun, Dec 1, 2019 at 11:38 AM
Subject: Year End Summary 2019
To: <philandkelly@gmail.com>

Devotions time with our Elementary crew. They are learning the Word!                     Year End Summary 2019 Merry Christmas! Here we are at the close of another year. You have heard it many times said about where did the time go. Here at Crossfire we have faithfully served between 100-150 children each and every week during this year between the Ephrata & Ashland locations. Students have enjoyed godly fellowship, devotions time, worship and prayer in a peaceful atmosphere. We are blessed to partner with: Parkview Mennonite, Indiantown Mennonite, Heritage Mennonite, Faith Journey, Jody Horning and Tyler Eberly family in providing meals for our evenings. The children look forward to this meal time and greatly appreciate these meals. Every Wednesday and Thursday is covered by this tastly blessing.   During this past year students enjoyed: Snow tubing, a ball game in Scranton PA, summer VBS, a road trip to Noah's Ark, a mission trip to Harrisburg, a swim event with other youth centers, monthly roller skating parties, a fall festival with a hayride, teams providing drama and mime and most important - reliable evenings at Crossfire. Everyday Tuesday thro Saturday we have a time to minister to these students. Nights that are age related and highly anticipated by each child.  Many children have only missed 1 or 2 nights in this entire year. They love attending Crossfire! We have walked beside students as they have encountered many difficult times in family life. Loss of loved ones, families broken apart. Children needing a place to find comfort and I am so thankful for the opportunity Crossfire has to fill this void. It is encouraging to see children come into the program at 4 years old and continue on even through age 18. We truly appreciate your partnership with us in ministry. Your donations in the month of December help carry us through the lean summer months. Partnering together we can continue to share the Love of Jesus to the many children in our community. Thank you for your generous support.  Sincerely, James L Horning Executive Director Ps. stay tuned for some amazing news and opportunities coming out of our Ashland location. God has a unique vision and plan to reach the hundreds of children up north and you can play a distintive role in that vision. Keep us in your prayers. God is Good! Web Site Link We communicate through email and Facebook. To stay engaged, please also follow us on Facebook.   Share Tweet Forward Follow Us Follow Us on Facebook Visit Our Website Copyright © 2019 Crossfire Youth Ministry, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in at our website. Our mailing address is: Crossfire Youth Ministry 514 Wabash Road Ephrata, PA 17522 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list