Deborah Potter McCormick, 540-463-7652
Leading the worship service at the Collierstown Presbyterian Church on Sunday, June 21, was Elder Michael Adams from Waynesboro. During the service, the children distributed gifts from the Presbyterian Women to the men of the congregation in honor of Father’s Day. Following the service the church family enjoyed “Donuts for Dad” as part of the weekly Lemonade on the Lawn fellowship time.
The Collierstown Presbyterian Church is collecting a love offering to assist with expenses incurred in the ongoing search and rescue effort to locate Ian Treger, who has been missing since May 13 while hiking in Peru. All funds collected will be sent directly to his mother, Michelle Ludwig, who is in Peru and is a part of the rescue effort. Those wishing to contribute financial assistance can send donations to the Collierstown Presbyterian Church designating them for Rescue Efforts for Ian Treger. Contributions may be mailed to Collierstown Presbyterian Church, 31 Church Drive, Lexington, VA 24450. Ian Treger grew up in the Collierstown Presbyterian Church, and his mother is an active member of the congregation.
The Effinger Volunteer Fire Department is kicking off its annual raffle with great prizes, cash giveaways, and a $5,000 grand prize. Raffle tickets may be purchased from any fire department member. The raffle drawing will take place during the second barbecue chicken event of the summer season scheduled for July 25 at the firehouse.
Lake Robertson Campground’s Chapel has been the site of a weekly worship service for the park’s campers for 35 years. The services are coordinated and scheduled by the Effinger Ruritan Club. Volunteers are needed to assist and lead the services for the 2026 camping season. The 30-minute services are held 9-9:30 on Sunday mornings. Community church members and youth groups willing to volunteer to lead a service should contact Roger Lees by phone or text, (540) 7849000 with the Sunday dates they are available. Once there are volunteers a schedule will be prepared and posted at the campground’s office and store. Suggestions and materials are available for those interested in providing leadership for these weekly worship times.
