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From the Pastor’s Desk

Why Go To Church? You may want to share this month’s letter from the Pastor with friends, family members, or strangers. That is because I am answering a question that many have asked. The question is “Do you think it’s important to go to church regularly?” I get a lot of religious questions asked 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)

Congregational Corner

We offer our sincere condolences to Donna & John Walck & Family on the passing of Ray Myers, on July 6, 2020.

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)
Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday!

Ethel Fine will be celebrating her 97th birthday on August 7.  Let’s all give her a great birthday by sending her cards showing her how much she means to our church family.

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)

HAM DINNER REPORT

DINNER INCOME Pre Orders 155 @ $10.00 1,550.00 Walk-Ins    14 @ $10.00 140 Donations 67 Surplus 71 TOTAL INCOME 1,828.00 DINNER EXPENSE Carone’s Ham 197.22 Steve Moyer Bread 26.4 Allen Dennis Applesauce 18.32 Harry Peters Corn 42 TOTAL EXPENSE  283.94 TOTAL INCOME 1,828.00 TOTAL EXPENSE -283.94 DINNER PROFIT 1,544.06

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)

Clearances updates

It seems to be that time again, just a reminder to those who volunteer with Sunday School, Youth Group, Bible School, music etc. it is time to update your Child Abuse and Pa State Police Criminal Background clearances. Keepkidsafe.pa.gov  is the website to obtain those clearances. You may leave a copy under the office door […]

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)
July26

July 26 2020 Live Stream

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)
From the pastor's desk

From the Pastor’s Desk

Yes, I did look this up:!  Here are ten bad things to happen in the US this year, in chronological order. 1. January: Over 100 troops are diagnosed with brain injuries; 2. January: Death of Kobe Bryant, his daughter and seven others; 3. February-June: Wildfires in California;  4. March-April: Tornadoes in the South: 5. May: […]

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)
Community food giveaway

Picture Perfect

Members of Emmanuel UCC and Mt. Zion are shown hosting a drive-up food give-a-way for those in need on Saturday, May 16 at Emmanuel UCC. Among the 226 Graduates of Crestwood High School Class of 2020, was a very familiar face. Austin Douglas and Nathan Kamowski received their diplomas and are now on their way […]

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)

TAKE-OUT HAM DINNER

Emmanuel UCC will be holding a Ham Dinner Saturday July 18th from 3-5 pm. Cost is $10. This event will be PREORDERS AND TAKE OUT ONLY!!  Orders are being taken now until July 11th. To order please call Joan at 570-574-0626 or the church office at 570-868-5675, leave a message. Due to the pandemic it […]

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)

Food Distribution July 25, 2020

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)