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ANNOUNCEMENTS
We need your input! The group planning Pastor Kimes’ farewelllunch on June 8 is creating a tribute presentation to be shown atthe event, and we need your memories. Over the past 16 years wehave all had great moments with Pastor Kimes, whether it was at afellowship event, working alongside him in ministry, or just hanging
out. If you have pictures of Reverend Kimes and maybe a story totell, we want your input on a tribute video we are creating. If youhave any photos that fit that description, please label them with acaption and your name and drop them in the box provided at theWelcome Center in Oberholtzer Hall. If your photos are in a digitalformat, you can email them to Mark Mayers [email protected].
Sunday School News Changes are coming starting April 6 th . Sunday school students will go to worship with their family duringthe first part of the 9:45 a.m. service. The students will sit withtheir family until they are dismissed before the time of prayer. Atthat time there will be a teacher to escort students down to theirrespective classrooms where they will continue to have lessonsusing The Story as their curriculum. We feel that this is a good wayto help them grow in their faith and a great time for parents toshare their faith with them!
Organ Series 2014 Concerts Sundays at 3 pm(free and open to the public)
April 27 –Broadway and classical pieces performed by localprofessionals, Otis French, euphonium, Marta Oberlin, clarinet, andSara Ferguson, soprano, in solo and ensemble with our Andy, Joe,and Pauline. An offering will benefit Family Promise.July 13 – Songfest is a sing-along of sacred favorites in variousstyles led by our team members and guests.Sept. 21 – Organ concert by Dr. Shelly Moorman-Stahlman, soloartist and professor at Lebanon Valley College.Praise the Lord – Let’s put Psalm 150 into practice! Contact [email protected] to volunteer help with publicity.
Reaching Out
Members of the church family who are no longer able to attendservices are always happy to hear from you! Cards and notes maybe sent to Gladys McKay, Grace Park, 1170 W. Main Street,Stroudsburg, Pa. 18360.
The care team will be making Easter crafts and plates of cookiesfor our folks who are no longer able to attend church. If you areable to help to deliver these plates during the week of April 6th,contact Peggy, 421-3280, ext. 23.
Stephen Ministry
“God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and Godin him.” 1 John 4:16b
Dear Lord, we ask you to bless our Stephen Ministry.Guide our Stephen Leaders as they nurture and guide the team.
Be with our Stephen Ministers as they extend your love to theircare receivers. May each care receiver experience the healingpresence of Jesus through these caring relationships. May yourHoly Spirit help each of us to encourage one another and to bearone another’s burdens. In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen.For information about Stephen Ministry, contact Peggy Strack, 570-421-3280, ext. 23.
Caring Caller Ministry
Beginning the week of April 6th, caring callers trained by themembership assimilation team will place phone calls to active
members of ESUMC who have not registered attendance for atleast four weeks. The purpose of this M.I.A. program is to let folksknow that they are missed and to assess any way in which thechurch may be helpful to them. If you are attending church,please fill out the communication card to register your attendanceso the team does not call you unnecessarily. Thank you!
This weeks Lenten Service will take place on Wednesday, March26th at 7:00 p.m. at Woodale UMC at 7:00 p.m. The theme will bePsalm 51, lead by Pastor Amy Banka.
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Opportunities
Reminder: Family Movie Tonight - Sunday, March 23rd Adults, youth, families, friends, and neighbors are all invited to “Godis Not Dead” family movie night at the Northampton Regal. Options: Meet at East Stroudsburg University in the collegecircle across from Wawa by 3:30 pm to ride in the church vans,
OR meet at the Northampton Regal by 4:00 pm.
Shingles Vaccine at 11 am on April 8th
Shingles vaccines are being offering by the Pa. Dept. of Health atthe Homeless Initiative Day Center located at 130 North First Streetin Stroudsburg. You are eligible for vaccines at LOW (maximum$5.00 cost) or NO COST if you are: underinsured (insurancedoesn’t cover vaccine) or uninsured (no insurance). For moreinformation or to register, please call 570-424-3020.
2014 ESUMC Men’s Weekend Retreat
Join us next weekend for our Annual Retreat at Camp Brainerd inSnydersville, PA from Friday, March 28th to Sunday March 30th. Theweekend consists of good food and fellowship, interestingdiscussions, spiritual growth, and friendly competitions. Cost of theweekend is $80 payable to ESUMC and Men’s Retreat on the memoline. For more information contact Doug Ritchie at 570-977-8389 orJohn Hollister at 570-470-3859.
Spring Adult Mission TripThe Spring Adult Mission trip is to Ocean City, NJ to help in therelief of Sandy. The cost is unknown at this time. We will be
leaving Sunday afternoon on April 27th and coming back Friday,May 2nd or Saturday, May 3rd. If interested, please contact WayneMertz at [email protected] or (570) 730-9240. Scholarships areavailable. All skill levels are wanted and needed.
Children's Ministry News
Foundations Christian PreschoolFoundations Christian Preschool, located in the lower level of thechurch, is currently accepting registrations for the 2014-2015 Schoolyear. Registration forms can be located at the Welcome Center inOberholtzer Hall or the church office . Those interested in taking a tour
of the preschool facilities should call Pam O'Brien at (570) 421-3280 toarrange a visit. If you have any questions you can call or email [email protected]
Vacation Bible School Are you sick of winter? Then get away to a tropical island -Son Treasure Island ! Vacation Bible School will take place July7th- 11th from 9:00 a.m. -12:00 Noon. Mark your calendarand make a reservation to visit Son Treasure Island in July.
If you are interested in volunteering for the week or part of
the week, then call Pam O'Brien. We are looking for a skit leader and actors/actresses to
perform daily at the opening and closing of Vacation BibleSchool. If interested- call or email Mrs. O'Brien.
Camp at Pocono Plateau Thinking of going to summer camp at Pocono Plateau thissummer? Camp scholarships are available. Contact Mrs.O’Brien for more information.
Family Promise of Monroe County Luncheon & Fashion Show
Spring Forward in support of one of ESUMC’s missions atLawnhaven at Stroudsmoor Inn on Sunday, April 27th at 1 pm.Dunkelberger’s is coordinating the fashion show, and treats willabound! Cost is $32 in advance and $36 at the door. Call 570-420-8589 to reserve your ticket.
Last Week for College Care Package Gift Card CollectionMany of our college students have had a rough semester copingwith weather challenges. Let’s cheer them up and remind themthat their ESUMC family cares. If you can pick up a $10 gift card
from Starbucks, Dunkin’ Donuts, CVS, McDonald’s, or other college-age friendly site, please donate it to the College-age Ministry to beincluded in the cards and letters we send out in April. You can dropthem in the collection plate or in the office anytime before April 1st.Help us show all that ESUMC cares!
