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Summer 2013
Moscow United Methodist Church
126 Church Street
Moscow, PA 18444
Address Service Requested
Sunday Summer Worship Service
10:00 AM
Church Phone
842-7251
Church Email
Rev. Jeff Levy, Pastor
842-7943
Visit our Website at http://www.moscowumc.com/
CHURCH HIGHLIGHTS
*Trustee Meeting Tuesday, June 11th – 6 PM
*SPRC Meeting No Meeting in June!
*Ad Council Meeting Tuesday, June 11th – 7 PM
Graduation Recognition Sunday June 9th
Praise Fest at the Moffat Estate June 23rd ~ 4PM
Mission Trip July 7th-12th
(See inside for details)
* Summer Worship Begins July 16th
10AM
Grace Notes from the Pastor
Summer 2013
If there’s one thing we can probably all agree on it’s this...there’s too much
bad news out there! Turn on the TV, check online news sources, turn on the car
radio and soon you’re saturated with headlines of natural disasters, recent fires,
global terrorism...need I say more?
Which is why I was delighted to find a website out there called
GoodNewsNetwork.org! The minute I opened it up I was overwhelmed with news
about good samaritans swarming into Moore, Oklahoma to help with the recovery
efforts, a joyful wedding of a woman stricken with cancer and a stranger who left a
struggling waitress a thousand dollar tip to help fulfill her dream of visiting and
researching her family roots in Italy.
There IS good news out there, friends, and a whole lot more than any
newspaper can cover! But without question, the best news is the One who lives in
our hearts, the One who helps us bring good news to those who are hungry, poor,
needy, and who “...so loved the world that He gave us his only Son, so that we
might not perish, but have everlasting life.”
That’s the good news headline that lives in each of our hearts! So in lieu of
the sour news that seems to make all of the headlines, let’s make this a summer to
remember by continuing to express our love for Christ by worshipping Him, giving
generously to our church’s ministries, and being the Good News Network for our
families, our community and the whole world!
God’s grace and peace be with you all!
Pastor Jeff and family
Summer Worship 10:00 a.m. Begins Father’s Day -- June 16th!
COMMITTEES
Trustees Next meeting will be held on Tuesday,
June 11th – 6 PM
SPRC No Meeing in June!
Ad Council Next meeting will be held on Tuesday,
June 11th – 7 PM
Social Hall Usage
Monday Evenings – Girl Scouts apx. 4pm - 6pm
Tuesday Evenings – Line Dancing 7 pm – 9pm
Wednesday Evening – Open AA Meeting - 8pm
Graduation Recognition Sunday
June 9th
Congratulations to our High School Seniors: Rebecca Brown, Taylor Brown, Jesse Buxton, Victoria Lavelle, Eric McLain, and Abby Reid
Best Wishes in all of your endeavors!
The Family of Jack Jones, The Family of Darlene Fruehan, The Family of Gary Spoonhower, The
Family of Christopher Lande, The Family of Arthur Grogan, The Family of Blanch Bonitz, The Family of
Nancy Mason, The Family of Meredith Lamm Ashton, The Family of Beth Dougherty Devine,
Samantha Cook, Ervin Fackler, Carole Burnett, Alan Plociniak, Rev. Brolin Parker, James McNeilas, Maureen Troup, Grace Reid, Todd Plociniak,
Kristen Travis, Penny Barella, Cathy Delorenzo, Lynn Reese, Joy Brodowsky, Betty McLain, Levi
Pepper, Harriet Hanna, Michelle Edwards, Howard Atwell, Carol Jendersit, Florence Crutch, Ed Lauter, Barb Abas, Amy Lefchak, Carmen Giocobbe, Sheryl
Kilpatrick, Richard Evans, Troy Green, Cornelius Mapson, Kyle, Mike Ferrett, Joey Kelly, Pat Salem, Harry Deitrick Sr., Jim Durkin, Chris McLafferty,
Bette Poe, Raymond Dekle, Scott Kosco, Tom Musewicz, Olivia K., Lois Brown, Luke Andrews,
Kathy Adams, Helen Hanna, Lisa Digileo, Michelle Reed, Lynn Guse Lorenz, Judy Barrett, Sally Kiefer,
Mary Ellen Pidich, Venice Kinsler, Robyn Hockenberry, Connor Bruseski, Bruce Fruehan, Ray
Walsh, Chuck Olsen, Joe Petroski, Kathleen Anthony, Jake Kieper, Ed Hoevermann, Ed Kovac,
Mike Oitak, Wendy Cominsky, Harry Garris, Elizabeth Barrera, John Korea, Jean Hoover, Polly
Ciscoe, Caleb Price, Ted Lysak, Today’s Teens
3 John 1:2
Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your
soul prospers.
Military personnel
Brandon Swartz, Nathan Trygar, Kevin Wood, Amanda Price, and Michael DeLucy.
JasonVerrastro
Effective Immediately,
Pastor Jeff will be
taking Fridays off
from his regular pastoral
duties. Unless it is an emergency, please allow our
Pastor this day of renewal. Thank You!
Congregational Card Ministry: If you know of anyone that may be in need of a card from the church, such as shut-ins, hospitalized, grieving, or someone that just needs a pick me up, please let Dawn Biesecker, Lorie Reigal or the Church office know. Also, if you have sympathy, thinking about you or get well cards that you would be willing to donate to this ministry, you may bring them to the Church office or give them to Dawn or Lorie.
Last Day of Sunday School & Sunday School Recognition:
June 9, 2013
Just a Reminder: Child Care is available in our
Nursery during Sunday Worship Service! Special Thanks to our
Nursery Care Provider: Betty Koss
**Attention!! Aluminum Collection:
The Wednesday morning work crew collects aluminum to
raise money for various areas of the church. Please
support them by placing your aluminum in the blue
barrels located behind the church and in our parking lot.
NEW: The center is no longer accepting aluminum foil
comingled with cans.
Please discontinue including your aluminum foil with
aluminum donations. With one more load of cans, the crew will have earned
more than $8,000 through your donations. Thanks for
your help!
***MUMC SUMMER Office Hours***
Wednesdays 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Thursdays 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Please note: There will be no Tuesday office hours
during the summer months.
Phone 842-7251
Email: [email protected]
On the Web: www.moscowumc.com
Janet Brown – Secretary - phone 570-241-6040
Worship Performance Schedule
June 9 – Sunday School
June 16 – Pat Miller
June 23 – Michael Fotta
June 30 – Debbie Hafler
July 7 – Hugh Miller
July 14 – Leesa Levy
July 21 – Norman Campbell
July 28 – Taylor & Janet Brown
August 4 – Sarah & Michael Shoff
August 12 – Buxtons
August 19 – Women’s Quartet
August 26 – Leesa Levy
September 1 – Norman Campbell
Honoring and Remembering all our
Special Dads!
June 16th
(Worship at 10:00 am)
MUMC Summer
Music Program
DAY OF
RENEWAL
June 9th Third Sunday after Pentecost
Scripture Reader: Pat Verrastro Greeters: Nate & Yvonne Bifano Ushers: Joyce & Dick Swartz Acolyte: Kylie Wilsch Nursery: Betty Koss Music: Sunday School
June 16th Fourth Sunday after Pentecost
*Father’s Day
Scripture Reader: Muriel Smailes
Greeters: Consuelo Brown & Orr Smith Ushers: Ray Roese & Jean Hubbard Nursery: Betty Koss Music: Pat Miller
June 23rd Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
Scripture Reader: Janet Brown Greeters: Hugh & Sarah Miller Ushers: Tom & Paulette Fotta Nursery: Betty Koss Music: Michael Fotta
June 30th Sixth Sunday after Pentecost
Scripture Reader: Hugh Miller Greeters: Audrey Pierre & Gary Boam Ushers: Dave & Janice Lamm Nursery: Betty Koss Music: Debbie Hafler
July 7th Seventh Sunday after Pentecost
Scripture Reader: TBA Greeters: Nancy Schwenk & Dan Schilling Ushers: Beth & Glen Czulada Nursery: Betty Koss Music: Hugh Miller
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Sunday Morning Worship
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Sunday Morning Worship Cont…
July 14th Eighth Sunday after Pentecost
Scripture Reader: TBA Greeters: Lynn & Roger Crannell Ushers: Howard & Cindy McIntosh Nursery: Betty Koss Music: Leesa Levy
July 21st
Ninth Sunday after Pentecost
Scripture Reader: TBA Greeters: Jim & Muriel Smailes Ushers: Ed & Marge Sebring Nursery: Betty Koss Music: Norman Campbell
July 28th Tenth Sunday after Pentecost
Scripture Reader: Debbie Hafler Greeters: Lois Linko & Don Ehrhardt Ushers: Susan Shotwell & Deb Hafler Nursery: Betty Koss Music: Taylor & Janet Brown
Treasurer’s Report Linda Verrastro
As of May 31st, the general operating
bills and ministry shares are current,
and I hope to report the same news
at the end of August. As we move
into the summer months, we ask that
you continue to support the church
by keeping your pledge up to date.
Even though vacations, family
reunions and other activities may
periodically disrupt your regular
attendance at church, we still need
your financial help during this time.
MUMC Preschool
The Moscow United Methodist Church Preschool held Graduation Ceremonies on
May 22, 2013
We are proud to announce that this is the 14th graduating class of the MUMC Preschool.
The Moscow United Methodist Church's Mommy and Me Class
celebrated it's last day of class on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, after a fun
year of stories, crafts and music!
Seated on floor are Noah and Mychal Winters, Averie and Sarah
Roscioli, Seated in chairs are Jax and Colleen Kuzmak, Emma, Anna
and Laura Havenstrite, Standing is Jeannie Garubba
The entire Moscow United Methodist Church Preschool
celebrated the end of their school with a big party at
Chuck E. Cheese's on Thursday, May 23, 2013.
Posing with Chuck E. are: Front and center: Taylor Igoe
Directly behind her: Maier Crean, 2 boys behind them: Alden Ayers
(looking down) and Gavin Chapman
Directly behind the 2 boys are: Sarah Luczak, Elizabeth Bealer,
Stephanie Crean, Riley Rooney, Brooke Reese, Abbie Bealer
Next row: Cameron Forgione, Sadie Placek, Isabella Forgione,
Warren Kramer IV, Jack Bellefontaine, Connor Long, Bailey Labadie,
Aaron Stangline, Mason DeStefano, Paige Dymek, Ava Verrastro,
Sean Labadie
Back row: Alivia Placek, Jeannie Garubba, Preschool Director,
Maddie Igoe, Chuck E. Cheese, Jake Reese, Abbie LaBadie
The Moscow United Methodist Church Preschool held its
14th Graduation of the Pre-Kindergarten Class of 2013 with
a record crowd in attendance. Following the ceremony
a reception was held in the courtyard to
celebrate their big day!
Seated in picture are from left to right:
Jack Bellefontaine, Gavin Chapman, Nathan Jacob, Warren
Kramer IV, Braeden Lewis, Connor Long, Sarah Luczak, Isabella
Palumbo and Sarah Reid
Standing middle row from left to right are:
Victoria Williams, Ava Verrastro, Aaron Stangline, Riley Rooney,
Jake Reese, Molly Jennings, Emma Hollenbeck, Paige Dymek,
Mason DeStefano, Stephanie Crean, Sydney Blumer, Elizabeth
Bealer
Standing top row are: Jeannie Garubba, Preschool Director and
Jennifer Leuthe, Preschool Teacher
The 3 year old Nursery class of the Moscow United Methodist Church Preschool celebrated their last day of school with a party in
the courtyard on Tuesday, May 21, 2013.
Seated are: Jeannie Garubba, Preschool Director, Savannah
Lewis, Mackenzie Folk, Taylor Igo, Maddie Igoe, Sadie Placek, Ivy Zaorski, Zane Cruz, Garret Gillette, Alden Ayers, William Eisley, Jennifer Leuthe, Preschool Teacher, Standing are:, Marilyn Igoe, Kevin Igoe, Karen Gillette, Stacy Placek, Kristen Zaorski holding baby Jordan, Anna Marie Eisley, Mrs. Ayers, Brett Podhyski, Jay Lewis holding Xander Lewis, Brady Lewis.
The MUMC Melba and August Fleckenstein Memorial Scholarship
Through the generosity of Mr. Keith Fleckenstein, a fund totaling $50,000 has been made available to church members and their families who wish to pursue post high school studies in higher education. The memorial scholarship in the name of Melba and August Fleckenstein Scholarship will consist of two awards to be made available to MUMC members and their
children each year. Applicants must intend to continue in higher education. Precedence will be given to those entering into a trade/technical school.
Mr. Fleckenstein’s only request is that if you become successful someday, you give every consideration to helping others in a similar manner.
Applications are now available in the church office. The new deadline to apply is June 30th.
*Note: Please include your college acceptance letter along with two
letters of recommendation with your application: 1 from a teacher and 1 from a church member.*
Best Wishes to all our applicants!
Moscow United Methodist Church expresses its sincere thanks to Mr.
Keith Fleckenstein for his contribution in memoriam of his parents Melba & August. Special thanks to all who have participated in setting up this
important scholarship for our aspiring young people.
Don’t Forget about our local NP Food Pantry this Summer!
FOOD PANTRY
Always urgently needed are: Peanut Butter, Beef Stew, , Jelly, Tuna Fish, Oatmeal and Cereal,
Pancake Syrup and Ravioli
DRY GOODS Item of the Month
Toilet Paper and Paper Towels
Please contact Beth Czulada at 842-8804 for North Pocono Food Pantry Information.
Camps & Retreats
Summer camp will be in full swing in
the coming months, and it is a wonderful way
for our children to spend a week or more
with other young people, creating new
friendships and growing in their faith.
There are many opportunities for our children and families
to participate in the upcoming camps. Please find the flyer
within to register for one of the family events (Special
Needs Family Camp or Intergenerational Camp). Also,
Summer camp flyers and registration forms may be found in
our church narthex or by visiting:
www.susumcamps.org,
www.poconoplateau.org
and www.skylakecenter.org
Please consider giving a donation to our
Campership/Mission Trip scholarship fund. Your
help gives our kids a chance to grow in their faith.
The Moscow Country Run…
Saturday, June 22, 2013 at the North Pocono Football Stadium in Moscow PA.
There will be three races: The Lightning Bolt 5K, a 1 Mile Shock Walk, and a Kids Thunder Run. This race is organized by the Lightning Awareness Group and
proceeds will go to Jason Pencek, a husband and father of three who was struck by Lightning in August 2012, and
to the education of lightning awareness in the community.
For more information and/or registration, please check on-line at www.lightningawareness5K.com, pick up
sponsor/registration form in the Narthex, or simply call Jennifer Kamla, 570-351-6408 or
Kim McHale 570-335-3286.
2013 Mission Trip News:
Stuebenville, OH is our upcoming Church Trip mission site.
This trip is multi-generational, and is open to all who are interested in
Mission Work. The charming, small town of Steubenville, OH sits on
the banks of the Ohio River. Residents take pride in the city’s history, while also enjoying its current slow-paced and friendly atmosphere. But like other small towns, some residents in Steubenville struggle with
poverty. We have the opportunity to share the love of Christ by serving many residents in need in this
community—through children’s and elderly ministries and home improvement projects. We hope that you
will be moved to join us.
July 7th – 12th ** $249/per person
Contact Debbie Hafler at 570-498-4075 for all the details and to reserve your spot!
Community Praise Fest: Another great time of community and
fellowship To be Held at the Moffat Estate,
Covington Twp, Rt. 435 Sunday, June 23rd
4:00 PM (If you would like to contribute cookies for
refreshments following, please contact the Church Office: 842-7251)
See You There!!
Mondays in Moscow:
*The North Pocono Cultural Society will sponsor the
renowned Jazz Duo of Nancy & Spencer Reed at the
****New Public Library ***
Monday, June 24 at 7 pm.
This Mondays in Moscow music event is presented in
conjunction with the NPPL’s grand opening
weekend. Contributions toward the Cultural
Society’s music programs will be accepted at the door.
Don’t miss these highly acclaimed performers from the
Delaware Water Gap Jazz Festival.
CD’s will be available.
FYI Summer News and Events
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, , , , , , , , , , , Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
2 2nd Sunday after Pentecost
3
4
5 Office Open 9-12:30
9 Wed Morning Crew
Open AA Meeting 8PM
6 Office Open 9-12:30
7
8
9 11 am Worship *Graduation
Recognition Sunday
*Last Day of
Sunday School
3rd Sunday after Pentecost
10
11
12 Office Open 9-12:30
Open AA Meeting 8PM
13 Office Open 9-12:30
14
15
16 10 am Worship
*Father’s Day
4th Sunday after Pentecost
17
18
19
Office Open 9-12:30
9 Wed Morning Crew
Open AA Meeting 8PM
20 Office Open 9-12:30
21
22
23 10 am Worship
Praise Fest at
Moffat Estate 4PM
5th Sunday after Pentecost
24
25
26
Office Open 9-12:30
9 Wed Morning Crew
Open AA Meeting 8PM
27
Office Open 9-12:30
28
29
30 10 am Worship
6th Sunday after Pentecost
1
2
3
Office Open 9-12:30
9 Wed Morning Crew
Open AA Meeting 8PM
4 Office Open 9-12:30
5
6
7 10am Worship
7th Sunday after Pentecost
8
9
5
Moscow United Methodist Church **June 2013**
Sunday
Committee Meetings:
Trustees: Tuesday, June 11th
@ 6 PM
SPRC: No Meeting in June!
Ad Council: Tuesday, June 11th
@ 6 PM
Upcoming Events:
*New Summer Office Hours: Wed. 9:30 am – 12:30 pm, Thurs. 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Graduation Recognition Sunday: June 9th
Last Day of Sunday School: June 9th
Summer Worship begins June 16th
: 10 am
Trustees: 6 PM
Ad Council: 7 PM
