With a major winter storm expected to slam central Pennsylvania this weekend, one local church says it’s turning to faith and preparation to keep its congregati
With a major winter storm expected to slam central Pennsylvania this weekend, one local church says it’s turning to faith and preparation to keep its congregation safe. With a major winter storm expected to slam central Pennsylvania this weekend, one local church says it’s turning to faith and preparation to keep its congregation safe.
At Life Center Church in Harrisburg, members gathered under the sanctuary’s calm atmosphere — but behind the peaceful setting, leaders are carefully weighing how to handle worship services as heavy snow moves in.“I’m praying for safety more than anything else,” Leach said, adding that church leaders are reaching out to members to make sure they are prepared for the storm. When asked how he reassures worried church goers, Leach pointed to the congregation’s strong belief system. “On the faith end of it, we always trust in God — he’s always for us, he has us. Even in the most, most dire situation he’s there,” Leach said. Church leaders say they will review weather conditions early Saturday to make a final call on whether to hold services in person. Regardless of the decision, Life Center Church says it is prepared to support its members through the storm. To stay ready, the church has stocked up on snow blowers, de-icing equipment, and plows — tools its team believes will help keep pathways clear and facilities accessible once the storm arrives. Leach also shared a story where volunteers had to use snow blowers on the roof to clear heavy snow that posed a safety hazard — a reminder of how serious winter weather can be when snow accumulates rapidly. Whether services move online or continue in person, church leaders say members will still have access to worship and the church’s message.Man holds 3 at gunpoint for target shooting in Adams County A man from New Oxford has been charged after state police say he held three people at gunpoint earlier this month.Mark Watson, 52, pointed an "AR style rifle"A large fire in Lewistown claimed a woman's life Friday and injured multiple others, according to fire officials on scene.PSP in Harrisburg have released their top five most wanted individuals for January 2026 and are asking the public for help tracking them down.
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