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HEALING RETREAT CANCELLED

The Healing Prayer Retreat which was scheduled for Friday and Saturday, November 5 and 6, has been cancelled at this time. Thank you to everyone who expressed interest in this event and please keep it in mind since we plan to hold it at a future date.

In the same region there were some shepherds staying out in the fields and keeping watch over their flock at night. And an angel of the Lord suddenly stood near them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them; and they were terribly frightened. And so the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be for all the people; for today in the city of David there has been born for you a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. — Luke 2:8-11 (NASV)

Upcoming Events

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7 DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS Remember to turn your clocks back and sleep in for an extra hour! But only for one hour and then join us for Sunday Sc hool at 9:00 and worship at 10:30 am COMMUNION AND COFFEE HOUR We will celebrate Holy Communion during our worship service on November […]

In the same region there were some shepherds staying out in the fields and keeping watch over their flock at night. And an angel of the Lord suddenly stood near them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them; and they were terribly frightened. And so the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be for all the people; for today in the city of David there has been born for you a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. — Luke 2:8-11 (NASV)

ANNUAL PASTOR’S CONFERENCE

MONDAY,NOV. 8 through WEDNESDAY,NOV. 10 Pastor Penny will be attending the Annual Pastor’s Conference of the Pennsylvania Council of Churches. If you need pastoral care during that time, please contact the office (868-5675). We will also have more specific information in the bulletin as to who is covering for Pastor

In the same region there were some shepherds staying out in the fields and keeping watch over their flock at night. And an angel of the Lord suddenly stood near them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them; and they were terribly frightened. And so the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be for all the people; for today in the city of David there has been born for you a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. — Luke 2:8-11 (NASV)

THANKSGIVING EVE SERVICE

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24 Our community Thanksgiving Eve Service will be held on Wednesday, November 24, at 7:00 pm at the Mountain Top Presbyterian Church. Pastor Penny will be participating with the other Ministerium pastors in the service.

In the same region there were some shepherds staying out in the fields and keeping watch over their flock at night. And an angel of the Lord suddenly stood near them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them; and they were terribly frightened. And so the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be for all the people; for today in the city of David there has been born for you a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. — Luke 2:8-11 (NASV)

FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29 The name of the season of Advent originated from the Latin word, adventus, which means “coming”. Our Advent season is a time of expectation and waiting for the coming of Christ – we prepare for his second coming as we celebrate his first coming. How will you prepare for Christ’s coming? Just […]

In the same region there were some shepherds staying out in the fields and keeping watch over their flock at night. And an angel of the Lord suddenly stood near them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them; and they were terribly frightened. And so the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be for all the people; for today in the city of David there has been born for you a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. — Luke 2:8-11 (NASV)

Thank You

We received a thank you card from the Ceaser family for our VBS selecting Paige Ceaser as our mission project. They are very grateful for our compassion and generous gift. The card is on the bulletin board in the bell tower. Thank you to Paul Peters for donating the corn stalks for decorating our church […]

In the same region there were some shepherds staying out in the fields and keeping watch over their flock at night. And an angel of the Lord suddenly stood near them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them; and they were terribly frightened. And so the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be for all the people; for today in the city of David there has been born for you a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. — Luke 2:8-11 (NASV)

Our Condolences

John “Sam” Rhodes, son of Pastor Penny and Robert Rhodes and father of Kirk Dollar, passed away on October 8. We deeply sympathize and pray for God’s healing touch on Pastor Penny, Kirk and their family. May you find strength and solace in God’s grace. Robert Rhodes, grandfather of Kirk Dollar and former spouse of […]

In the same region there were some shepherds staying out in the fields and keeping watch over their flock at night. And an angel of the Lord suddenly stood near them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them; and they were terribly frightened. And so the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be for all the people; for today in the city of David there has been born for you a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. — Luke 2:8-11 (NASV)

Welcome to Emmanuel United Church of Christ

It has really been quite a month for me and my family and I want to thank each of you for being so kind and loving. I appreciate all your cards, gifts, and prayers. We truly would not have made it through without your wonderful support. Thanks to all who showed their support at visitation […]

In the same region there were some shepherds staying out in the fields and keeping watch over their flock at night. And an angel of the Lord suddenly stood near them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them; and they were terribly frightened. And so the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for behold, I bring you good news of great joy which will be for all the people; for today in the city of David there has been born for you a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. — Luke 2:8-11 (NASV)