Hi – This is usually Pastor Penny’s spot but since she’s away celebrating the 25th wedding anniversary of her son and daughter-in-law, Charlie and Lisa, I’m filling in. What a busy season so far. Rally Day was just awesome with the kids participating in the service. They were just bouncing with enthusiasm. It was a […]

TEAMeffort Staff Member Anna Charro sent a card to thank our youth and church for the Gatlinburg mission trip. Our youth brought some joy and protection to the Holder’s home by fixing their roof. Anna hopes that they will return next year. We received letters from Lancaster Theological Seminary, Bethany Children’s Home and Phoebe Devitt […]

October 18 to 20, 2012 Please remember that it is not necessary to be at the supper “forever”. If everyone takes a turn, we can all help each other and feel good about volunteering to support our church. Sign-up sheets are on the tables in the Narthex and next to the Fellowship Hall Door. Don […]

Thanks to everyone who buys Weis or Carone’s cards. We appreciate all your support. See Marc or let a Youth Group member know if you want some more!   Church Youth for Hire Even though the Youth Group already went on their mission trip to Gatlinburg, they still would like to hire out their services. […]

Rambunctious but dedicated group of young people seeking adult leader. Please see Pastor Penny or Denise to “apply”. Qualifications include: concrete faith in God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit; burning desire to share said faith; enjoy hanging out with Gen X, Y, Next, Whoever, Whatever, etc.; ability to listen coupled with ability to take it […]

Looking for that extra “something” for your new fall wardrobe? We’ve got just what you need! Shirts with the UCC logo and Emmanuel UCC printed on them are for sale. There’s something for everyone, no matter your age or size. Jim Rinehimer is taking orders and plans to submit the first order by next Sunday, […]

Participants from the local Wapwallopen Ministerium churches will gather at Emmanuel for the Annual CROP Walk on Sunday, October 7. Registration is at 12:30 pm. After we gather in the church for a time of prayer, the walk will begin at 1:00 pm. We will walk from Emmanuel to St. James Lutheran Church  where we […]

This year will be great, starting with a terrific new program called LIVE (as in “LIV-ing”) plus NEW BIBLES to go with it!! We will be using the Hands-On Bible and that is exactly what it means – hands on. It’s filled with science experiments, crafts, snacks, Bible Hero Biographies, Fun Facts, FAQ’s and lots […]

As you may know this letter is not really from my desk. It’s from my computer on my lap in the chair I’ve been in for about five days now when I wasn’t in the bed. I’ve been sick. Today I’m finally feeling better and hopefully I’ll be back to the church tomorrow. I heard […]

Thanks to everyone who donated their time and cooking/baking abilities to make the concert a memorable experience. The young adults of Re-Creation truly appreciated your hospitality. They look forward to coming back to perform here again. Leah Deitrich sent us a card thanking everyone for the cards and get well wishes she received while in […]