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Welcome to Emmanuel United Church of Christ

Today I sit here in my new office at this little tiny desk waiting to get my big grown-up desk. The next time you come by the offices you will see a big difference. I have moved into Denise’s office, Denise has moved out into the front room, and my old office is now a […]

[Prayer and the Golden Rule] “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened. — Matthew 7:7-8 (NASV)

Our Condolences

We offer our sincere sympathy to Doris Stec and her family at the passing of her mother, Arline Rinehimer, on January 22. Arline was a lifelong member of Emmanuel and had been on our homebound list for several years. May our thoughts and prayers give you comfort and support in your time of grief. Our […]

[Prayer and the Golden Rule] “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened. — Matthew 7:7-8 (NASV)

Thank You!

Doris Stec gratefully thanks everyone for their cards, prayers and calls on the passing of her mother, Arline. Your concern is comforting. Lex Koons would like to thank everyone for their expressions of concern over his recent heart problems. He is doing well and appreciates the many well wishes, cards and prayers. We received thank […]

[Prayer and the Golden Rule] “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened. — Matthew 7:7-8 (NASV)

2013 Giving Summary

This is a list compiled by our Financial Secretary, Connie Davis, showing a breakdown of our member’s offerings by how much they gave for the year. I hope that you will think about where you want your heart to be and the importance of your church in your life as you review this list. Thank […]

[Prayer and the Golden Rule] “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened. — Matthew 7:7-8 (NASV)

Automatic Contributions

We have had several inquiries about receiving automatic contributions for offerings. Some of our members have decided to use this method to schedule their weekly, semi-weekly, monthly, etc. offerings. One member is using automatic withdrawal so that she isn’t bothered writing a check every week. Another couple uses this method when they are out of […]

[Prayer and the Golden Rule] “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened. — Matthew 7:7-8 (NASV)

Youth Group

This is what we’re up to now: 1. Mardi Gras – On March 2, we’ll celebrate Mardi Gras with a brunch and fun time. Diners are asked to make a donation that will be used for our Mission Trip 2. This Summer’s Mission Trip – Hurricane Sandy Part 2 – We’re going back to the […]

[Prayer and the Golden Rule] “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened. — Matthew 7:7-8 (NASV)

Hurricane Sandy Mission Trip

Once more, we are going to serve others “right in our own backyard”. Our mission trip will again take us to Lakewood Township where cleanup efforts are still woefully inadequate. Sandy had a terrible impact on that area and we want to do something about it. The only thing is that it costs money to […]

[Prayer and the Golden Rule] “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened. — Matthew 7:7-8 (NASV)

Youth Accomplishments

Crestwood Middle School: Principal’s Honors: Michelle Bernetski, Kimmy Bernetksi High Honors: Kristen Kania, Aaron Kleger, Hunter Rinehimer Honors: Morgan Rinehimer, Autumn Atkinson, Glynis Dean Misericordia University Dean’s List:  Rachelle Heller

[Prayer and the Golden Rule] “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened. — Matthew 7:7-8 (NASV)