Welcome to Emmanuel UCC Dorrance   |   7768 Blue Ridge Trail   |   Mountain Top Pa 18707   |   570-868-5675

Picture Perfect

Check the front entrance bulletin board for the following pictures: Brayden and Matteo Belanchik both carefully selected the perfect bead to put on a bracelet they were making to give to their mom for Christmas. They were focusing on the real meaning of Christmas at our annual Children’s Christmas party.   Grayson Bunnell is shown […]

But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peace-loving, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial, free of hypocrisy. And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace. — James 3:17-18 (NASV)

2017 Record of Giving

This is a list compiled by our Financial Secretary, Lynne Stewart, 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 […]

But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peace-loving, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial, free of hypocrisy. And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace. — James 3:17-18 (NASV)

Emmanuel UCC Church Service Cancelled – January 14, 2018

The Sunday service on January 14, 2018 for Emmanuel UCC in Dorrance has been cancelled due to the winter storm and residual ice build up. Services and office hours will resume on Tuesday January 16th.    

But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peace-loving, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial, free of hypocrisy. And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace. — James 3:17-18 (NASV)

From the Pastor’s Desk

Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint (Isaiah 40:30-31). From Advent anticipation, to the glorious night of Jesus’ […]

But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peace-loving, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial, free of hypocrisy. And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace. — James 3:17-18 (NASV)

Thank You!

Esther Heller would like to thank everyone for her card shower in celebration on her 93rd birthday. It is greatly appreciated. Phoebe Ministeries sent us a Christmas Thank You card. Our gifts to Phoebe help them care for elderly members in their facilities who often have no financial support of their own. I would like […]

But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peace-loving, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial, free of hypocrisy. And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace. — James 3:17-18 (NASV)

Our Condolences

We offer our sincere condolences to the Judy Cybulski and Family on the passing of Stanley Cybulski, on December 25, 2017. We pray that God’s love and strength will sustain you in your time of need and sorrow.

But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peace-loving, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial, free of hypocrisy. And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace. — James 3:17-18 (NASV)

Valtentines for Vets

A box will be in the bell tower for your Valentines for Vets. These Valentines are appreciated very much by those who are housed at the Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center. The last date to deposit your Valentines will be Sunday, February 4. Remember those who served.

But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peace-loving, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial, free of hypocrisy. And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace. — James 3:17-18 (NASV)

Altar Flower Chart

The chart for the altar flowers is on the table in the Narthex. The price is still $12.50 per vase. Please pay Chris Dietrich for the dates you sponsor.

But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peace-loving, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial, free of hypocrisy. And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace. — James 3:17-18 (NASV)

Scrip Card Profit Report

SCRIP GIFT CARDS PROFIT REPORT January July February 47.75 August 50.01 March ——– September ——– April 32.61 October 57.01 May 105.46 November 95.75 June 41.01 December 195.11 Total Profit: $624.71 Forms to order the gift cards from Scrip are on the table in the narthex. This is an easy way for you to donate to […]

But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peace-loving, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial, free of hypocrisy. And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace. — James 3:17-18 (NASV)

Picture Perfect

Joe Kostrzewski and Mary Morgis enjoy some conversation while finishing up their pork dinners at our annual Pork Dinner held on November 18. Rowan and Leah Dietrich are shown among the piano students of Michele Millington as they entertained the residents of Smith Nursing Home in Mountaintop with Christmas recital.

But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peace-loving, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial, free of hypocrisy. And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace. — James 3:17-18 (NASV)