FIRST CHURCH HERALD Vol. 35, Issue 3 Newsletter of First UCC Sch. Haven, PA SUMMER 2016 – JUNE, JULY & AUGUST FIRST UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST Non-Profit Organization 110 ROUTE 61 SOUTH US POSTAGE PAID SCHUYLKILL HAVEN, PA 17972 Serving God through Christ; Serving Others with Love Pottsville, PA 17901 Rev. Ms. Shawn D. VanDyke, Pastor PERMIT NO. 59 ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED Information Deadline for the SEPTEMBER 2016 NEWSLETTER is Sunday, August 7!
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FIRST CHURCH HERALD
Vol. 35, Issue 3 Newsletter of First UCC Sch. Haven, PA
SUMMER 2016 – JUNE, JULY & AUGUST
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FIRST UNITED CHURCH of CHRIST Serving God through Christ; Serving Others with Love
Church Secretary – Jen Semanco Sexton – Linda Lopez
WORSHIP – Sundays, 9:30 AM CHILDREN’S CHURCH – Sundays, 9:30 AM
2016 CONSISTORY MEMBERS Elders- Harris Bradley (385-1494), Bobbie Donati (385-7956), Linda Pritiskutch (366-2032), Kim Quinn (622-8650) & Kelly Schaeffer (385-0953)
Deacons- Brian Edling (385-7343), Keith Edling (385-1199), Carrie Ann Klinger (385-5979), Kenny Klinger (385-5979), & Kris Sonon (294-1243)
Additional Members- George Hosler (366-1400) & Rusty Searle (385-2533)
2016 CONSISTORY OFFICERS President – Keith Edling Vice President – Kim Quinn
Recording Secretary – Bobbie Donati
Treasurer – Carrie Ann Klinger ([email protected]) Special Funds Treasurer – Jen Semanco
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SALUTATIONS FROM SHAWN
i thank you God for most this amazing day: for the leaping greenly spirits of trees and a blue true dream of sky; and for everything which is natural which is infinite which is yes how should tasting touching hearing seeing breathing any—lifted from the no of all nothing—human merely being doubt unimaginable You?
Poet E. E. Cummings didn’t much like punctuation but he loved nature and
God (not in that order). He understood God’s love for us, revealed in part in the beauty of the world. As summer arrives (or so we hope), it’s time to give
thanks for the green trees, brilliant flowers, and blue true dream of sky that God formed.
And it’s time to marvel that God’s amazing world was created for every “human merely being”, even if we are the “no of all nothing.” Truly God’s love
is greater than we can imagine.
When the Apostle Paul wrote his first letter to the church at Corinth, he wrote about God’s love. Although we read 1 Corinthians 13 at weddings, Paul didn’t
have romantic love in mind. He wrote of divine love revealed in people
through God’s gracious, incredible generosity. God has given holy love to us, flawed and sinful as we are, to share with one another.
When Paul wrote of love being patient and kind, not envious nor selfish, but
rejoicing in truth and enduring, Paul documented a love that imitates God’s
love and thinks of other before self. This love knows when we lose ourselves in serving others we will find the person God has created us to be. This love
chooses to love actively even without reciprocation even when rejected.
Sometimes the work of love is difficult. Thanks be to God that Jesus
persevered through rejection and hatred to show us love is the most powerful force we will ever know. Love never ends; love is an infinite yes from God to
QUESTIONS FROM CHRIST One of Jesus’ favorite teaching methods was to ask questions. And he asked a lot of them! Throughout the summer, we’ll listen to his questions, considering
what he asks of us as his disciples.
May 29 Seeking Human Approval or God’s? 2nd Sunday after Pentecost; Healing Service; Graduate Recognition Galatians 1:1-12 No Other Gospel
Luke 7:1-10 A Roman Centurion Shows Faith June 5 Why Do You Not Do What I Tell You?
3rd Sunday after Pentecost; Communion from The Hymnal Galatians 1:11-24 The Gospel from God
Luke 6:46-49 Houses on Rock and Sand June 12 Do You See This Woman?
4th Sunday after Pentecost; Becky Devlin, Guest Preacher Galatians 2:15-21 Justified through Faith
Luke 7:36-50 A Sinful Woman June 19 What Is Your Name? 5th Sunday after Pentecost; Father’s Day; Golden Anniversary Recognition
Galatians 3:23-29 Children of God through Faith
Luke 8:26-39 A Herd of Pigs
SUNDAY, JUNE 19 Golden Anniversary Recognition
Couples in the church who have been married 50 years or longer will be celebrated for their commitment and faithfulness. If you know of golden
anniversary couples in the church, please call the church office: 570-385-2049.
June 26 Who Touched Me?
6th Sunday after Pentecost; 9:30 AM Indoor; 11 AM Outdoor; Church Picnic
Galatians 5:13-25 Living by the Holy Spirit Luke 8:40-50 A Woman and A Girl
SUNDAY, JUNE 26 9:30 AM Indoor Worship; 11 AM Outdoor Worship and Picnic
Those who will be more comfortable worshipping indoors will gather at our
regular worship time while others prepare for outdoor worship, the baptism of
Kali Sonon, a picnic, and outdoor activities.
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WORSHIP IN JULY & AUGUST
July 3 What Does It Profit You?
7th Sunday after Pentecost; Communion; Independence Day Galatians 6:7-16 We Reap What We Sow
Luke 9:18-27 Becoming Jesus’ Followers
July 10 Which of These Was a Neighbor? 8th Sunday after Pentecost
Colossians 1:1-14 Bearing Fruit
Luke 10:25-37 The Parable of the Good Samaritan
July 17 Rev. Alan Reider, Guest Preacher Amos 8:1-12 A Basket of Summer Fruit
Colossians 1:15-28 The Worth of Christ Luke 10:38-42 Worried and Distracted
July 24 Rev. Alan Reider, Guest Preacher Hosea 1:2-10 Forsaking the Lord
Colossians 2:6-15 New Life in Christ Matthew 25:1-13 Parable of the Ten Bridesmaids
July 31 Who Appointed Me as Judge?
11th Sunday after Pentecost; Christmas in July; Healing Service Colossians 3:1-11 Principles of Christian Living
Luke 12:13-21 The Parable of the Rich Fool
August 7 By Worrying Can You Add to Your Life?
12th Sunday after Pentecost; Easter in August; Communion Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16 Heroes of Faith
Luke 12:22-31 Warnings about Worry
August 14 Who is Faithful? 13th Sunday after Pentecost
Hebrews 11:29-12:2 Cloud of Witnesses
Luke 12:35-48 Preparing for the Second Coming
August 21 Do You Think I Have Come to Bring Peace? 14th Sunday after Pentecost
Hebrews 12:18-29 Receiving the Kingdom Luke 12:49-59 A Coming Division
August 28 What is the Kingdom of God?
15th Sunday after Pentecost; Blessing of Backpacks and Students
Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16 Holy and Obedient Lives Luke 13:18-30 Entering the Kingdom
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SPECIAL OFFERINGS
Communion & Food Pantry Donations 6/5, 7/3 & 8/7 As we come to be fed at the Lord’s Table, we remember those in our community who have difficulty feeding themselves. Our donations of non-
perishable foods to the SH Food Pantry are much needed and appreciated.
The Compassion Fund 6/19, 7/17 & 8/21 This Special Offering is placed in an emergency fund for church members’ use.
OCWM (Our Church’s Wider Mission) 5/29 & 8/28 The OCWM offering is used within the PSEC for local ministries.
Special Offerings The envelope offerings collected on June 12 & August 14 for the Ham & Turkey Dinners will go to the general budget to supplement the efforts of
those who spend a lot of time and energy in making each fundraising event a success.
Church Change Special Offering During the months of June, July & August our Church Change offering will be
donated to the Schuylkill Haven Council of Churches Community Ministries.
EVIDENCE OF STEWARDSHIP
The following totals are up to and including the end of April 2016
plus a comparison to April 2015 & 2014.
April 2016 April 2015 April 2014 TOTAL EXPENSES – $50,707.21 $75,102.71 $80,916.87
REVENUE – $20,517.85 $28,552.71 $29,641.32
Resources from Kline Fund – $33,691.00 $46,550.00 $52,300.00 TOTAL REVENUE – $54,208.85 $79,432.17 $81,941.32
Meeting Jesus after the Resurrection 5/ 29 Memorial Sunday; Jesus’ Prayer for Us; John 17:20-23
Delia Edling & Lisa Edling
LOVE IS 9:30 AM Summer Children’s Church 2nd & 4th Sundays 6/12 Love is Patient Delia Edling and Linda Lopez
6/26 Love is Kind (followed by 11 AM Outdoor Worship & Picnic) Delia Edling and Malaki Nye
7/10 Love is Not Rude Delia Edling and Lisa Edling
7/24 Love is Not Selfish
Delia Edling and Rachel Sonnon 8/14 Love is Joy in Truth
Linda Lopez and Austin Boyer 8/28 Love is Forever
Delia Edling and Lisa Edling
Many thanks to our faithful teachers who have served Christ by sharing with
our children throughout the year: head teacher Delia Edling, Austin Boyer, Lisa Edling, Linda Lopez, Malaki Nye and Rachel Sonnon.
Bible Study Adult Bible Study is taking a break for the summer and will resume in the fall.
BOARD OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
BCE Meetings The Board of Christian Education will meet on Tuesday, June 7 and Tuesday, July 5 at 6 PM to plan for Vacation Bible School and fall
curriculum. Other meetings will be set IF needed to prepare for Vacation Bible School. On September 6 at 6 PM we will cover final plans for Spirit Day on
September 11. BCE meetings are open to everyone in the church.
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COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Schuylkill Haven Food Pantry June 17, July 15 & August 19 On the third Friday of the month, the Schuylkill Haven Council of Churches distributes food at their Food Pantry, located on Market Street behind Evans
Delivery (the old Walk-In Shoe Factory), and beginning at 1 PM.
GriefShare, 2nd and 4th Sundays, 1:30 PM
Bethesda EC Church, Rt. 183.
GriefShare is for people mourning the death of a loved one. For more
information call 570-739-2241.
Fit First 2016: Challenge Walk to Jerusalem Let the walking begin! We’re going for the triad: three years of walking for
happiness, health and (w)holiness. It’s 5,750 miles between Schuylkill Haven and Jerusalem. As a community we can spend these warmer days of the year
walking for health. Then we’ll pool our miles at the end of the summer to see
if we made it to Jerusalem. Most people can walk a mile in about 20 minutes. If a person walked seven miles a week, starting April 1 and ending August 31,
that would be 154 miles. If even half of our members participate in the challenge, we could easily accumulate 24,400 miles…while feeling much better
at the end of the summer! Join as we walk to where Jesus walked!
CONSISTORY
Yard Work and Mulching
Wednesday, June 8 5 PM to dusk The weather has not cooperated for scheduling yard work this year, but we
won’t give up. A new date has been set for Wednesday, June 8, starting at 5
PM to remove weeds from flower beds and put down mulch. Please bring your own tools and gloves. Wheelbarrows would be a great help. Thank you!
Beer, Brat and Cheese BINGO Saturday, October 22 A new idea has been proposed for a fund-raiser: instead of Meat BINGO,
Consistory is planning a Beer, Brat and Cheese BINGO for October. While a variety of beers will be offered as prizes, along with bratwurst and selected
cheeses, alcohol will NOT be served at the event, nor will guests open their prizes on church property. If you have questions about this proposed activity,
please talk to one of the Consistory members or Pastor Shawn. If you have
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FELLOWSHIP
Heisler’s Cloverleaf Dairy Sunday, May 29, after Worship After worship, we will carpool to Heisler’s for good food, Country Fresh Ice
Cream in many flavors, and miniature golf. Mini-golf: Adults $6; children 10 and under $5.
THE CHURCH WILL PAY FOR GRADUATES’ MINI-GOLF and ICE CREAM.
Please call the church office by Friday, May 27, if you plan to attend. Last minute participation is welcome!
SOUL (Seniors Out to Lunch) Second Tuesday, Noon SOUL consists of senior members of the congregation who like to get together at local restaurants. If you would like to join SOUL for any of their upcoming
luncheons, call Iris Weller (366-0897) so that they can save a seat for you! Tuesday, June 14 – Not meeting
Tuesday, July 12, Noon – Perry Restaurant, Shoemakersville
Tuesday, August 9, Noon – OIP, St. Clair
Annual Picnic, Sunday, June 26 – see the PICNIC page Celebrate Your Faith Nights at the Reading Fightin’ Phils Thursday, June 30 and/or Thursday, August 18 Meet at the church at 5:30 PM to carpool or drive on your own.
First Pitch: 7:05 PM both nights with Post-Game Fireworks after Each Game!
We are invited to participate in a post-game Faith discussion with 2 Fightin' Phils players, and a church representative can throw a ceremonial first pitch.
$6 general admission (20 needed for group rate of $5) Add $15 for an All You Can Eat Buffet or buy food ala carte.
Reservations are needed in the church office by Sunday, June 26 and/or
Sunday, August 14, respectively.
Ozzy’s Family Fun Center Sunday, August 7, after Worship After worship, we will carpool to Ozzy’s on Route 61 in Leesport.
We have two time options: 4 Hour Band - includes unlimited admissions to all attractions for up to 4 hours
with a limit of 2 rides on the go-karts - $19.00 Per Person All Day Band - includes unlimited admissions to all attractions for the day with
a limit of 2 rides on the go-karts - $24.00 Per Person
Additional Go-Kart rides may be purchased at $4.00 per ride per person. Arcade games, beverages and food are available for additional cost.
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GRADUATES
On Sunday, May 29 we will
recognize all of the graduates of First UCC. For high school
we have … Shannon Henninger, John Pettit,
Jordan Pettit, Kevin
Schaeffer & Katie Thompson (Blue Mountain) and Megan
Ditzler, Bryce Moyer, Josh Semanco and Zack Semanco (Schuylkill Haven); college … Sierra Pritiskutch (Slippery Rock University), Corey
Spotts (Alvernia University) & Sean Spotts (Penn State University); and
graduate school … Christopher Frushon (Marywood University) & Cydney VanDyke (Harvard Divinity School). Congratulations!! Please notify the
church office if we missed a graduate.
HAM & TURKEY DINNERS
Both dinners will return this summer!! Dinner will include Ham & Turkey,
Howard’s Potato Filling, Veggies, Pepper Cabbage, a Drink & Dessert. Eat in OR Take out! Adults $10; Kids (10 & under) $5. Homemade baked goods will
be available for sale, too. A lot of help is needed as well as baked good
donations. Please sign-up in the Narthex or call the church office if you are able to help.
Please mark your calendars for these upcoming
Ham & Turkey Dinners:
June 18 ----- Strawberry Sundae for Dessert August 20 ---- Peach Sundae for Dessert
If you are a Facebook user, please “LIKE” the church’s Facebook page. This will allow you to receive regular updates and messages from the church office.
National Disasters. Recent floods, tornadoes and wildfires have impacted US citizens. You may donate online at ucc.org/donate_to_disaster_relief or designate your gift to
the UCC Emergency USA Fund. Place it in the offering plate and the church office will mail it to the Pennsylvania SE Conference office.
SWiC's Most Wanted List Schuylkill Women in Crisis is in need of the following items: back packs; bed
linens (twin & full); cleaning supplies; flash drives; flip flips for women and children; garbage bags; gift cards (Giant, Wal-Mart, Staples); hand sanitizer;
laundry detergent; new bras; paper towels; pillows; sunscreen; swimsuits for
children and toilet paper. If you are able to donate any of these items, please bring them to the church for delivery. Thank you!
NEW MEMBERS
With joy on Pentecost Sunday, May 15, we
welcomed three new members into the church as
they affirmed their baptism into the Christian faith through the order of confirmation. They are: Kyle
Donati, son of Mike and Bobbie Donati and Heather Donati; Mikey McCormick, son of
Rebecca McCormick Hillje; and Rachel
Sonnon, daughter of Robin Keifer and Robert Sonnon. They have many gifts to offer to the life of
the church and we look forward to their involvement. May they always know God’s blessings!
PENNSYLVANIA SOUTHEAST CONFERENCE
Summer Camps Summer camps are being offered at the Hartman Center in the Penn Central
Conference near State College. Brochures are available in the Narthex. Ask Pastor Shawn for more information. First UCC will pay half of the cost for
church camps for children and youth.
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PICNIC
TWO WORSHIP SERVICES AND THE ANNUAL PICNIC Sunday, June 26
Those who prefer indoor worship may gather in the sanctuary at 9:30 AM.
Around 11 AM we’ll meet at the Nice Pavilion for worship, including the baptism of Kali Sonon, followed by a picnic. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be
provided, along with beverages. Church members are asked to bring side dishes and/or desserts to share.
Help is needed to organize games and activities,
like...
guessing games, (ex. how many M&Ms
are in this jar?) volleyball,
wiffle ball or softball,
a water balloon toss,
and white elephant gifts (wrapped, less
than $5) for BINGO prizes.
Your suggestions are welcome!
Invite your friends and neighbors to join us. Bring lawn chairs so that you
can sit in comfort. If possible, please sign up in advance to provide a rough estimate of attendance.
Bloodmobile Thursday, July 21, 12:30-5:30 PM Every two seconds someone in America needs blood. Council holds a Bloodmobile for the American Red Cross every other month at Jerusalem
Lutheran Church. You must be at least 17 years of age, weigh at least 110
pounds and be healthy in order to donate blood.
MEAT BINGOS
The profit for the March Meat Bingo was $3,547.61 plus $151 collected in
offering envelopes. Profits from the bingos are placed in the church’s general
budget to be used towards the everyday expenses. Thank you for your support!!
Please mark your calendars for these upcoming BINGO dates:
September 10 ----- November 12 2017 BINGO dates: Will be announced at the November 12 BINGO
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SCHUYLKILL ASSOCIATION
Proposed Four Associations Merger For several years, members of the East Berks, Heidelberg, Reading and Schuylkill Associations have met to discuss the possibility of merging into one
association. The purpose of the merger would be to improve and strengthen shared ministry without needlessly duplicating efforts as well as to equip and
empower churches, clergy and members-in-discernment for service to Christ.
At all four association spring meetings, approval was given to take a step closer to merger by developing by-laws and an organizational structure for the
proposed association. If you have suggestions for or questions about this proposed merger, please talk to Pastor Shawn.
Camping at Locust Lake State Park or Rosemont Resort The Schuylkill Association supports a summer chaplain for both camping sites.
Chaplain Don Lyons is in his fifth year of offering this ministry, offering a Christian presence as a trained counselor. Locust Lake worship starts at 9:30
am; Rosemont starts at 11 am. Chaplain Lyons is looking for a guitarist to
assist with worship and encourages church members to visit frequently.
SCHUYLKILL HAVEN COUNCIL OF CHURCHES
The Council of Churches of Schuylkill Haven and Vicinity will meet Tuesday, July 26, at 7 PM at St. Ambrose Roman Catholic Church, 201 Randel St.
Meetings are open to all church members of the Council.
The Council of Churches continues its monthly food pantry for people in need
in the area, offered on the third Friday of the month. In addition, the Council of Churches provides emergency housing and assists with heating and fuel
emergencies on a limited basis.
For the second year, the Council of Churches, assisted by donations from the community, offered the Backpack Buddy Program through the Schuylkill Haven
Area Elementary Center. Children who are eligible for reduced or free lunches
receive backpacks with food to take home for the weekend. The program will renew next fall.
The Council of Churches President, the very Rev. Bernadette Meck, has
created a website for the Council. Other Council officers include Mr. Dean
Knott, Vice President, Rev. Kathleen Ash-Flashner, Treasurer, and Mrs. Yvonne Szpara, Secretary. Please talk to Pastor Shawn for more information.
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STEWARDSHIP – CHURCH FUNDRAISERS
Cookbooks for sale. Cookbooks are $5 each. Cookbook topics include: 5
or Less Ingredients, Best of the Holidays, Cookies & Bars, Diabetic Recipes, Homemade Classics, Kids in the Kitchen, One Dish Dinners, Quick Fix and Slow
Cooker. See Carrie Ann if interested.
Shank’s Vanilla. 8 oz. bottles of vanilla are being sold for $6 per bottle.
The vanilla is a great ingredient for baking.
Boyer’s Tag. Boyer’s SKU Tags are available in the Narthex. When you
purchase groceries at Boyer’s, ask to have your tag read. Periodically, Boyer’s will tally the readings and send a check to the church. (No need to hand in
Boyer’s receipts.) Redner’s Save-A-Tape. Pick up a Save-A-Tape card at Redner’s and use
it whenever you buy groceries. Hand in your Redner’s receipts by placing them in the box in the Narthex. Totals of the tapes will be submitted to
Redner’s who will then provide the church with a check.
SUMMER OFFICE HOURS During the summer months (June, July & August), the church office will be
open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 9 AM – 1 PM. If any days need to be changed throughout the summer, it will be noted in
the Sunday bulletin. As always, if we are not in the office, or stepped away
from the phone, please leave a message on the answering machine and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
SABBATICAL MONTH The Fourth Commandment tells us to observe the Sabbath day of rest and
keep in holy. As July is the seventh month, we are resting from all church activities except worship, as we praise and thank God with heart, mind, soul
and strength.
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STEWARDSHIP OF TALENT AND TIME
Church Change Special Offering Our Church Change offerings will support the Schuylkill Haven and Vicinity Council of Churches Community Ministries, helping our neighbors in need.
Gardening with God. The weather has been cool recently, but the weeds are still thriving. When
you are walking by a flower bed at church, please take a minute to pull out a
weed as we care for the area which God has entrusted to us.
Summer Offering As you are on vacation this summer, you will be remembered and missed on Sunday mornings. It is essential for all of us to step back from our daily work
for rest and renewal. Yet while we take time off, God’s work through First Church continues all summer long. Our offering is needed even in our
absence to support the on-going ministry of First Church. Please consider
mailing in your contribution when you are on vacation.
Ham and Turkey Dinner, Saturday, June 18, 4-7 PM Please sign up to donate baked goods to sell and/or donate your time to help with the event.
Vacation Bible School, July 31 – August 4, 6-8:30 PM Share your time and talent with the children of the church and their friends. A
variety of items are needed to make crafts, provide snacks, and play games. Sign up in worship if you can help.
Ham and Turkey Dinner, Saturday, August 20, 4-7 PM Please sign up to donate baked goods to sell and/or donate your time to help
with the event.
Meat BINGO, Saturday, September 10 Please sign up to donate food items to sell and/or donate your time to help with the event. Doors open at 11 AM.
Borough Day September 24, 8 AM – ? Schuylkill Haven Borough Day is a great annual celebration and we want to be
part of it. While we may make a little bit of money selling food, our main goal
is to let people know First UCC is here to serve and that we are honored to be part of the community.
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TEEN FORCE
Summer activities are planned. Check the “FELLOWSHIP” page and look for
updates in the weekly Sunday bulletins and on the church’s Facebook page and website for details. Meanwhile, don’t forget the Annual Church Picnic on
Sunday, June 26. Indoor worship is at 9:30 am, followed by outdoor worship at 11 am and a picnic.
OTHER WAYS YOU CAN GET INVOLVED: Ham and Turkey Dinner on Saturday, June 18
Vacation Bible School, Sunday-Thursday, July 31-August 4 Ham and Turkey Dinner on Saturday, August 20
Schuylkill Haven Borough Day Community Outreach, September 24
Look for details in the September newsletter.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
LOVE IS: Vacation Bible School July 31 – August 4, 6-8:30 PM Children ages 4 through 12 will learn about the power of love, a gift received
from God Who is love. Through stories, crafts, games, song, and snacks, we will explore what love is and what love isn’t. Children of the church are
welcome to bring their friends! Sunday - Patient
Monday - Kind
Tuesday – NOT envious, boastful, arrogant, rude, selfish Wednesday – Joy in Truth
Thursday – Strong, Faithful, Hopeful, Enduring
Craft and Snack Donations will be requested closer to the dates of VBS.
******************************************************************* Call the church office 570-385-2049 when:
Someone is admitted to the hospital You plan a meeting You are moving
A new baby arrives or a death occurs Your telephone number or address has changed
If you get the answering machine, please leave a message. ************************************************************
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UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST
A new theme for the United Church of Christ emerged at last year’s General
Synod: Be The Church. What does it mean to Be The Church? UCC minister Holly Miller Shank, raised in central Pennsylvania wrote: “I believe it is
a combination of several important aspects: Worship, Education, Advocacy, Business and Fellowship. When the church gathers in local congregational
meetings or in large denominational gatherings, all five of these areas are
evident.” As a church of Jesus Christ, our ministry takes place inside the church walls and out in the community. We never stop being church, actively
living the teachings of Jesus Christ in all that we do, so that others may see Jesus through us.
“Be The church. Protect the environment. Care for the poor. Forgive often. Reject racism. Fight for the powerless. Share earthly and spiritual resources.
Embrace diversity. Love God. Enjoy this life.”
NURSING HOME PARISHIONERS Orwigsburg Manor, Orwigsburg PA 17961 1000 Orwigsburg Manor Drive David Nye (Room 128)
Pinebrook Personal Care Center, Orwigsburg PA 17961 2 Woodbridge Drive Bernice Roberts (Room 26) Jim & Sis Stripe
Luther Ridge @ Seiders Hill, Pottsville PA 17901 – 621-7200 160 Red Horse Road Andy Kupko (Room 310)
Jean McCord; 101 E. Chestnut St., Apt. #105; High Point Manor; Frackville PA 17931
June Schoffstall; 285 Blue Mountain Road; Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972 **Please note: If you are homebound and wish to receive home communion, please contact the church office. If you know of someone not on either the Nursing Home or
Homebound list, please notify the church office
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!
6/3- James Miller (1941) 7/14- Delia Edling (1977)
6/5- Grayson Storm (2012) 7/15- Tina Pettit (1971) Dave Williams (1949) ``````` 7/17- Leanne Haeseler (1972)
6/7- Leroy Boyer (1970) John Pettit, Jr. (1998)
6/8- Mackenzie Nye (2001) Jordan Pettit (1998) 6/9- Hank Hummel (1951) Tim Reider (1987)
Greg Stewart (1977) 7/18- Doris Ney 6/10- Mary Young (1929) 7/19- Tom Reider (1944)
6/1- Craig & Lori Spotts (1985) 7/5- Bud & Linda Lopez (1969) 6/3- Rich & Bev Scott (1989) 7/6- Scott & Gail Buffington (1974)
6/3- Greg & Jen Semanco (1995) 7/9- Tom & Charmaine Reider (1973)
6/9- Hank & Audrey Hummel (1979) 7/14- Jeff & Heather Paul (2012) 6/10- Gary & Carla Keller (1989) 7/26- Mike & Amanda Gossard (2008)
6/15- John & Pam Swirsky (1996) 7/27- Bill & Heather Corby (2002) 6/15- Dion & Maggi Fessler (2002) 7/27- Tom & Jodi Reardon (2012)
6/18- Chris & Tania Evans (2011) 8/1- John & Linda Pritiskutch (1992)
6/18- Jack & Anne Fisher (1960) 8/2- Adam & Sarah DeCaluwe (2015) 6/21- Joe & Deb Mattera (1975) 8/2- Corey & Tricia (Moyer) Mentzer (08)
6/22- Dale & Irene Mordosky (1963) 8/3- Christopher & Justene Frushon (12) 6/23- Andrew & Samantha Schnell (‘13) 8/4- Matt & Jeniva Unger (2007)
6/23- Jim & Sis Stripe (1951) 8/6- Rob & Mel Wensel (1988)
6/27- Herm & Nadine Morgan (1987) 8/8- Leroy & Beth Boyer (2009) 6/28- Bob & Tina Kluge (1997) 8/10- John & Tina Pettit (1997)
6/29- Jim & Jane Madenfort (1952) 8/11- Brian & Delia Edling (2001) 7/1- Bruce & Sally Krammes (1972) 8/14- Keith & Lisa Edling (2012)
7/3- Jay & Heather Alexander (2014) 8/16- Jeff & Donna Spotts (1986) If we missed a birthday or anniversary, listed an incorrect date or do not have the year, please call the church office so that we are able to correct and/or update our records.
