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| This Week in PNEC --- March 3, 2016 - March 11, 2016 |
| TO CONTACT US OR TO REGISTER FOR EVENTS 431 Delaware Ave., Palmerton, PA18071; www.pnec.org website 610-826-3113; FAX 610-826-5464 Alan Miller [email protected] Gilberto Garcia Rodriguez [email protected] Barbara Jennings [email protected] Patty Rehrig [email protected] IF YOU HAVE SOMETHING TO INCLUDE IN "THIS WEEK IN PNEC" PLEASE EMAIL IT TO [email protected] |
Call to the 54th Annual Meeting of the Penn Northeast Conference
Saturday, April 9, 2016
Northampton Memorial Community Center
1601 Laubach Avenue,
Northampton, PA 18067
Guest Speakers:
Rev. Wanda Craner,
Gestalt Pastor Care Minister &
Rev. Bob Stevens,
Pastor, Zion UCC,
Allentown, PA
Theme:
Schedule Highlights
54th Annual Meeting of the
Penn Northeast Conference
Saturday, April 9, 2016
8:00 a.m. Registration Opens
8:00 - 9:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast
9:00 a.m. Meeting Called to Order
12 noon Lunch
4:00 p.m. Meeting Concludes
Activities Include:
- Worshipful Work Agenda
- Update on PNEC Disaster Response Ministry
- Update on the Amigos de Guatemala on the Clinic
Cost:
35 ppIncludes all registration materials, continental breakfast, breaks, and lunch
(Please complete a form for each person registering)
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| PLEASE TAKE NOTE: MINISTRY DAY 2016 will be held Thursday, October 20, 2016 at Northampton Memorial Community Center, 1601 Laubach Avenue, Northampton. Please add this date to your calendar and watch for more information coming in the near future. |
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Lay Ministry in the 21st Century 
Pastor as Teacher & Spiritual Leader
March 18-19
Jesuit Center
This class is an excellent choice for those currently serving, working toward licensure or are discerning a call to ministry. Be sure to get your registration in by March 4th or a space may not be available.
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 SECOND REQUEST
PNEC Disaster Ministries is looking for volunteers who own a truck and would be willing to pull a tool trailer in the event that the trailers need to be moved locally or over long distances. Our trailers are 12 feet long and weigh about 4,000 pounds. We are hoping to establish a list of people who could be called when the trailers need to be moved. The trailers are currently in West Columbia, South Carolina and we do not know when they will be ready for pick up. There are also times when the trailers need to be moved locally, for inspections, services, etc. If you would like to be included on a list of possible "tool trailer haulers" (T.T.H.) please email Donna Zangari, CDC, at
[email protected]
with the following information:
Name-
Type of Truck-
Do you have a hitch installed?
Email address-
Phone (cell if possible)-
Are you interested in local or long distance?
Have you towed before?
Church Affiliation-
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IN SEARCH OF...
Jordan UCC, 1837 Church Road, Allentown is seeking a Director of Music with responsibilities including serving as Sr. Choir Director, Youth Choir Director, organist and/or pianist. This is a half-time position (~20 hours/week) and includes choir rehearsals two worship services on Sunday, 8:00 am and 10:30 am (one service at 9:30 am during July and August), and special services. The organ is an Allen three manual digital. Salary is ~$25,000 and based on experience. PTO is also included and there is an annual music budget of $3000. Resumes may be submitted to Carmine Gagliardi at
[email protected] or mailed to the church office at the above address. Additional information can be obtained by calling the church office, 610-395-2218
Zion UCC, Stroudsburg is looking for gently used copies of The New century Hymnal. If your congregation has some you no longer need, please contact Barbara Harrison in our office at 570-421-7358
Allen Organ, model T-15B, church organ,
pecan finish, with locking lid. The console
contains a heater assembly, from Allen Organ Co., for cold installations. It stands upon its own wheeled platform including the bench. Along with the standard organ stops, it contains, electronic chimes, sustains, theater tremolo, and different special effects. All functions of the organ are operational. Asking $350.
Contact St. Thomas UCC, 610-868-9167, if interested or for more information.
ORGANIST NEEDED: St. Mark's UCC, Allentown
is in need of an organist for Sunday service and special services throughout the year. Approximately 90 minutes per service. Salary is negotiable. Please respond to
St. Mark's UCC, 52 East Susquehanna St., Allentown PA 18103; Att: Consistory Elders
Christ UCC of Bath has some items that may be useful to another congregation.
The following items are free:
Brother Intellifax 1550MC
Martin Yale AutFolder CV-6
21 Schulmerich Carillon tapes
If interested or for more information, please contact Pastor Mike at 610-837-0345 or
[email protected]
UCC, Greenawalds, 2325 Albright Ave., Allent
 own, PA 18104 is seeking a Director of Music Ministries to serve as church choir director, organist and/or pianist. This is a part-time position, to play for one worship service at 10:30 am on Sundays, direct weekly choir rehearsal, and play for special services. Pay is based on experience. Resumes may be submitted to Grant Field at [email protected] or mailed to the church office at the above address. Additional information can be obtained by calling 610-395-0821
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What's Happening in Our Churches
February 17 to March 16 - "Retired UCC minister, the Rev. Richard H. Taylor, will be offering a 5 week class on Reformed and UCC history on Wednesday evenings at 7PM - Forks UCC, 4500 Sullivan Trail, Stockertown - Rev. Taylor served for seven years as chair of the national UCC Historical Council, and over twenty as Vice President of the Congregational Christian Historical Society - he has written nine books and many articles on UCC history, and gave the keynote address to the 2010 meeting of the Evangelical and Reformed Historical Society marking the celebration of the 300th anniversary of a German Reformed presence in the US - classes will include local stories with plenty of time for discussion - those interested are also invited to a meal preceding the class... soup and bread served at 6:15PM - contact Jacob Allen for more information 610-533-9108
March 4 & 11 - Lenten Crab Cake Dinners - Grace UCC Northampton (902 Lincoln Ave) - 5 to 7PM - menu includes fresh made crab cakes or chicken fingers, baked potato, coleslaw, roll, dessert, coffee, tea, lemonade - $10 adult Crab Cake Dinner - $7 adult Chicken Finger Dinner - $3 kids Chicken Finger Dinner - takes out available
March 3, 4, 5 - Zion Opera Workshop of ZOW will be presenting its 46th annual production - Thoroughly Modern Millie - Zion UCC, South 2nd & Iron Sts., Lehighton - 7:30 PM as well as a 2:00 PM matinee performance on March 5th on the Smith Auditorium stage - tickets are $10 and are available at Zion UCC or at Carbon County Music and More, 115 S. 2nd Street, Lehighton - seats are limited so early advance tickets are recommended
March 8 - Free Community Meal - St. John's UCC, 891 Columbia Ave, Palmerton - 5 to 6:30PM - Free Community Meal is served every second Tuesday of the month from 5-6:30 pm - menu is baked ham, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, and fruit salad and cookies for dessert - please join us
March 11 - All You Can Eat Spaghetti Dinner - Jordan UCC Social Hall, 1837 Church Rd., Allentown - 5 to 7:30 PM - spaghetti, salad, desserts, bread, and beverages -$7/adults; $4/kids 4-12 - in case of inclement weather or any other emergency, a rescheduled date will be determined if needed
March 11th/12th - Baskets & Bingo - Salem UCC Moorestown, 2218 Community Dr, Bath - March 11th 5pm to 8pm and March 12th 9am to 1pm - also, Miller Memorial Blood drive from 9am-12pm on the 12th - doors open for Bingo (ticket only) at 5pm on the 12th - kitchen will be open for all events - FMI call 610-759-1652 or 267-218-3091
March 12 - Meatloaf Dinner - Salem UCC, 615 Third St., Catasauqua - 4:30 - 7 PM - meatloaf, potatoes, vegetables and salad, bread/rolls and desserts - Adults/$8, Children 4 to 12/$5 - FMI 610-264-4091
March 12 - Chicken Pot Pie Dinner - Heidelberg Union Church, 5187 Irvin Rd., Slatington - limited seating at 4PM and 6PM - adults/$11 - ages 4 to 10/$6 - call for tickets 610-767-5351 or 610-767-6557 - snow date March 13
March 12 - Oven Fried Chicken & Waffles Dinner - Hope UCC, 701 Cherry St., Wind Gap - 4 to 7 PM - $10/adults; ages 6-12/$5 - tickets available at the door - take-outs available - questions, call 610-863-4474
March 12 - Annual Pot Pie Dinner - Old Zionsville UCC, 5981 Fountain Rd., Old Zionsville - 4 to 7PM - old fashioned home-made pot pie with all the sides, drinks and desserts you could want - there is a cost - for more information, contact Annie at 610-966-5242
March 12 - Annual Spring Bazaar - Ben Salem UCC, 1965 Church Hill Rd., Lehighton - 9:30AM to 3PM - basket raffle (100+ Items!) - food, bake sale, homemade Easter candy - egg hunt for all kids at 11AM (snow date: March 13 from Noon to 6PM)
March 13 - Drug Prevention Seminar -
Trinity UCC, 1990 Route 212, in Pleasant Valley (next to Springfield Elementary) - 6PM - recommended for ages 11 and up - free - www.trinityuccpa.com, 610-346-7114 -
(Snow date: March 16)
ORDER BY March 14 - Hand-dipped Chocolate Easter Eggs -
Butter Cream, Peanut Butter & Coconut Cream
1/2 dozen eggs $5 / 1 dozen eggs $10 -
Order by: Monday March 14th -
Pick up Saturday March 19th noon - 2:00pm New Creation UCC,
3730 Nicholas St. Easton -
Call to order 610-253-1541
March 16 - Easter Fruit Pie Sale - St. Thomas UCC, 902 E. Macada Rd., Bethlehem - 610-868-9167 -
Kinds: Apple Crumb, Blueberry Crumb, Cherry Crumb & Peach Crumb - $8.50 each - order by March 16 -
pick-up March 24 from 9AM to 1PM
 March 19 - The Bible, a Movie, and Chit-Chat - Jesus Christ Superstar: A discussion of the rock musical and scripture - led by Gary Barraco - Forks UCC, 4500 Sullivan Trail, Stockertown -
6PM Sharp -
As we draw closer to walk with Jesus during Holy Week, join this interactive discussion and viewing of the 1971 rock opera, Jesus Christ Superstar. The phenomenal retelling of Christ's passion by composer Andrew Lloyd Weber was first a stage play and later a film, but most theologians would agree that this iconic version brought the well-worn story of Christ's last days to "new life".
We will watch the film version together (1:47 minutes), discuss some of the scene highlights, its deviations or analogies to the Holy Scriptures, and the creative license taken by the writers, directors, and producers. (I think we will spend about 3 hours together in total.)
Free and open to anyone with no requirement for deep academic interest. Please bring your version of the Holy Bible. Popcorn and drinks will be provided. Bring your own candy - but remember, it is Lent.
March 19 - Spring Basket Social - Jacob's UCC, 138 Franklin St., Weissport - 9AM to 2PM - baskets include Vera Bradley, Longaberger Products, books, toys, lottery tickets, and theme baskets - there will be homemade candy, handmade jewelry, crafts, and bake goods - the kitchen will be open with plenty of good food available
March 19 - All You Can Eat Breakfast - Old Zionsville UCC, 5981 Fountain Rd., Old Zionsville - 7 to 11AM - buffet will include bacon, ham, sausage, eggs, French toast, pancakes, potatoes, chipped beef, toast, juice, coffee, tea, fruit cup and dessert - there is a cost - for more information contact Darlene at 610-966-5115
March 20 - Community Easter Eggstravaganza -
Trinity UCC, 1990 Route 212, in Pleasant Valley (next to Springfield Elementary) -
12PM -
rain or shine - enjoy lunch along with crafts, decorating Easter eggs, and a piñata - an egg hunt on the front lawn will begin at 1:30 PM - free event but it would greatly help our planning if you can RSVP by March 17. Call 610-216-7185 or email
[email protected]
March 25 - Youth Group Fish Dinner - St. Peter's UCC (Seemsville), 8142 Valley View Rd, Northampton - 5 to 7 PM - tickets are available by calling 610-837-0152 and can be held at the door - $10/adults - a Fish Stick Platter is available for children 6 and Under for $6
April 2 - Hofstra Chamber Choir (including Jacob Fruchtl) - Ebenezer UCC, 7293 Decatur St., New Tripoli - 7:PM - The Chamber Choir consists of forty voices and offers a wide variety of choral selections - under the direction of Dr. David Fryling, the choir will offer music from a variety of cultures and time periods - it is truly not to be missed - the concert is free; an offering will be received to support the Ebenezer UCC music program
April 2 - Sight and Sound's "Samson" bus trip - Trinity Great Swamp UCC, 9150 Spinnerstown Rd., Spinnerstown - meet in the church parking lot at 8:15am and arrive in time for the 11:00am show -
lunch at Shady Maple afterwards - home around 6:30pm - cost is $126pp due by Feb. 7th - contact
Barbara Mader at 267-716-0652
April 3 - St. John's UCC, 36 S. Sixth Street, Allentown, will be celebrating the first big event of their one hundred fifty years of existence. They will be recognizing their former and current pastors, Christian educators, choir directors, organists, secretaries, sextons, housekeepers and chimers at the 12:30pm luncheon after the service! Friends of St. John's are invited to the luncheon, but an RSVP is needed to attend the luncheon. Please RSVP by calling the church office, 610-433-0146, no later than March 24. Give the secretary your name and how many people in your party, please
April 7 - Shippensburg University Choir & the Mandrigal Singers - Jordan UCC, 1837 Church Road, Allentown - 7PM - the Choir is comprised of around 50 singers - their repertoire consists of classic and contemporary works plus a variety of folk songs and world music - The Mandrigal Singers is an ensemble of twenty-four singers selected from the Concert Choir - a free will offering will be collected - for more information contact the Church Office at 610-395-2218
April 16 - All You Can Eat Breakfast - Old Zionsville UCC, 5981 Fountain Rd., Old Zionsville - 7 to 11AM - buffet will include bacon, ham, sausage, eggs, French toast, pancakes, potatoes, chipped beef, toast, juice, coffee, tea, fruit cup and dessert - there is a cost - for more information contact Darlene at 610-966-5115.
April 16 - MESSY CHURCH: Messy Garden: Let your faith grow! - New Creation UCC, 3730 Nicholas St., Easton - 4 to 6PM - p
lease join us for this Garden themed Messy Church - all ages welcome, activities, crafts, music, interactive worship, and dinner - 610-253-1541 www.newcreationucc.com - we are a fully accessible facility
April 16 - Chicken BBQDinners/Yard Sale/Bake Sale - Solomon's UCC, 82 S. Church St., Macungie - yard sale begins at 7:30 AM - chicken BBQ dinners by Kaufman's include ½ barbecued chicken, baked potato, applesauce and roll for $8.50 - dinners should be picked up between 11AM to 1PM - call 610-966-3086 for tickets or information
April 17 - Spring Bouquet Concert - St. Paul's UCC, E 19th & Lincoln Ave., Northampton - 3 PM - featuring Todd Fennell, Sandra Deiter and guest flutist Debbie Glick - an offering will be received and a social will follow
May 14 - New York City bus trip - departs St. John's UCC (Fullerton), 575 Grape St., Whitehall - at 8AM - arrives back at 8PM - $30 non-refundable - please make check payable to St. John's UCC, Fullerton & mail to Evelyn Broad, 326 Jefferson Street, Whitehall, PA. 18052 - questions 610-264-2000
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April 14
"Playing and Living Joyfully"
