This Week in PNEC --- April 17, 2014 - April 25, 2014
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PNEC-UCC PNEC 52nd Annual Meeting Activities

 (To download, print and complete the registration information, everything is located on the PNEC website)

http://pnec.org/news/annualMeeting.html

 

Amigos de Guatemala Evening: A Celebration of the Guatemala Partnership

being held at Christ UCC (Schoenersville)

5050 Airport Rd., Allentown

 

Friday, May 2, 2014

6:00 p.m. Doors Open

6:30 p.m. Dinner catered by Cactus Blue

7:30 p.m. Worship Service

- Installation of Associate Conference

     Minister, Gilberto Garcia-Rodriguez

- Special Speaker: Rev. Moises Colop

      from Guatemala

 

Cost:  $15 pp includes dinner

 

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52nd Annual Meeting of the

Penn Northeast Conference

being held at Northampton Community Center

1601 Laubach Ave., Northampton

 

Saturday, May 3, 2014

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

- Election of Conference Minister

            + Message from Alan Miller

- Recognition of Rev. David Gallick's

     Ministry with Bethany Counseling

- Election of General Synod Delegates

- Scarf Project

- Speak Outs

 

Cost:  $35 ppIncludes all registration materials, continental breakfast, breaks, and lunch

Theme:

The Four BIGS* of the United Church of Christ

*Bold, Inspirational GoalS

 

1. Bold, Public Voice

The UCC is bold, widely-known and respected public voice of Christianity in service of God's ever-unfolding mission.

2. Welcoming,Reachable Congregations

There is a welcoming UCC community of faith that is accessible to all - no matter who they are or where they are on life's journey.

3. Engaged Discipleship

Every UCC person is well-equipped to be growing in faith, be theologically conversant, and be active in the global mission of the church.

4. Excellent, Diverse Leaders

The UCC has a wealth of prepared, excellent leaders that reflect the diversity of God's beloved community.

 

Scarf Project:

Raising Awareness Against Bullying

PNEC would like to continue the UCC Project of Raising Awareness Against Bullying by creating scarves.  We are committed to protect our youth who are taunted and bullied. It will work this way:

 

- Create a Scarf: It may be 4-6 inches wide and up to 60 inches  long; any color.

 

- Bring the scarves to the Annual Meeting or to the Conference Office prior to the Annual Meeting.

 

- The scarves will be blessed during the Annual Meeting and then given to anyone who pledges to protect our youth against bullying.

 

To download, print and complete the registration information, everything is located on

the PNEC website

http://pnec.org/news/annualMeeting.html

ANNOUNCEMENTS &announcement

CLERGY CONNECTIONS

 

 

April 27 - 10:30AM - INSTALLATION - Rev. Carol Bastin - Grace UCC, 623 Cleveland St., Allentown

 

May 31 (Saturday) - 3PM - INSTALLATION - Rev. Martin Nuscher - First UCC, 457 Delaware Ave., Palmerton

 

June 1 - 10 AM - INSTALLATION - Pastor Robert Gutekunst - Forks UCC, Stockertown 

 

June 22 - 9AM - INSTALLATION - Rev. Kathryn Foster - Jerusalem UCC (Trachsville), Palmerton 

lay ministryGROWING IN FAITH

Understanding and exploring faith formation and educational ministries across the life of a community of faith.  How do we empower and support people of all ages in their faith formation?  How does scripture inform one's understanding of faith formation?  This session will move beyond the traditional church school approach to explore faith formation in its broadest sense.

Saturay, May 10 from 9AM to 4PM

First UCC, Schuylkill Haven

Rev. Rebecca Stephens, Pastor of Pennsburg UCC

(This is an Enrichment Class)

 

To register visit the PNEC website at www.pnec.org and download a registration form.

  FUND DRIVE FOR FIRE VICTIMS 

     

     Christ UCC in Bath is requesting help for the Briele family (8 of them plus 2 dogs and a now missing cat) who have lost their home and all their possessions in a fire that took place on 3/3/14. The Brieles are members of Christ UCC church Bath.  If you are able/willing to help or donate in any way, please contact the church at 610-837-0345.

     As our thoughts and Prayers are with our neighbors, The Briele Family, Please keep in mind this family has lost everything! The children, as are the parents, devastated and in shock!

     This family is in desparate need of a place to live within the Northampton Area School District.  If you know of any place that is available, please be in touch with the church.

     All funds should be sent to Christ UCC, 109 S. Chestnut St., Bath, PA  18014. They will then be given to the family to help in any way needed; clothing, food, rent, other necessities, etc. Clothing items are currently being accepted and donated to the family. The church will be the drop off point for clothing, household goods, etc. Please call the church before dropping off items to make sure there is someone there to accept them. Gift cards are always helpful as well.  The husband/father is a carpenter and all of his tools were destroyed in the fire.  Gift cards for Home Depot, Lowes, etc. would be helfpul in replacing some of the tools.    

     They are going to need household items as well in the fairly near future as soon as housing arrangements have been made. There is a Facebook page set up that you can also join and follow to keep on track with what the family needs: Briele Family Fire Emergency. Should you have any further questions or ways to help, please do not hesitate to contact the church at 610-837-0345. Thank you!

pa conference of churches The Institute on Disabilities at Temple University with funding from Pennsylvania Department of Health

 is accepting applications from Faith-Based and Community organizations for mini grants up to $5000 to develop or expand a volunteer respite program for families of children with special healthcare needs, including a disability or chronic illness.

If awarded, the organizations will recruit and train volunteers to support families of children and youth with special health care needs, including disabilities and chronic illness, by providing families with an occasional break from care giving.  

This is a pilot project that will begin in the Southeastern and South Central regions of Pennsylvania and eventually expand across the commonwealth!

Program description and Application can be found at:

TakeFIVE Volunteer Respite Care Program (Faith & Community Based Organizations)

 

Peace,  SandyThe Rev. Sandra L. Strauss, Director of Public Advocacy

Pennsylvania Council of Churches

900 S. Arlington Avenue, Harrisburg, PA  17109

717.545.4761; 717.545.4765 (fax)

[email protected]    www.pachurchesadvocacy.org

 OUTDOOR MINISTRIES
  
Did you know that Hartman Center is becoming a Regional Camp and Conference Center?  Three years ago, the Christian Church (Disciples) closed their eastern camp.  Last summer Hartman Center became their camp of choice.  Since Mensch Mill is currently shuttered, we are happy to welcome our brothers and sisters from Pennsylvania Southeast and Penn Northeast.  We have become ACA (American Camp Association) accredited.  Spread the good news about Hartman Center.  Let your community as well as your church know we exist.  Camps begin the week of June 15 with at least five different camp offerings each week.  The final week of camp is July 27-August 2.  For more information go to www.hartmancenter.com

calendar 

2014 UPCOMING DATES
  
APRIL
22 - 9:30AM - Ordaining Member in Discernment Committee
22 - 9-11:30AM - JCRT - Conf. Office
23 - 9AM - Ordained Church & Ministry Committee -
    Note New Date because of Holy Week
23 - 6PM (dinner served) - Ministerial Compensation Committee
24 - 6PM - Search & Call Team
27 - 10:30AM - INSTALLATION - Rev. Carol Bastin - Grace UCC, 623 Cleveland St., Allentown
  
MAY
2 - Amigos De Guatemala Evening:  A Celebration of the Guatemala Partnership - Christ UCC (Schoenersville), 5050 Airport Rd., Allentown
  
Reserve May 3, 2014 for the 52nd Annual Meeting of the Penn Northeast Conference - Northampton Community Center, Northampton, PA
  
6 - Noon - Easton AMC Clergy - St. John's, Nazareth
6,7,8 - Clergy Convocation - Double Tree at Willow Valley, Lancaster 
8 - 11AM-2PM - Educator's Gathering - Conf. Office
8 - Allentown/Bethlehem AMC Clergy - Place TBA
12 - 4:00PM - Staff & Personnel Committee - Conf. Office
12 - 10AM - Licensing/Commissioning Member in Discernment Committee
14 - 9-11AM - Martin's Mentoring Group
20 -  Blue Mountain AMC Clergy - Villa Rosa's, Schnecksville
21 - 9AM - Ordained Church & Ministry Committee
27 - 9-11:30AM - JCRT - Lutheran Synod
27 - 9:30AM - Ordaining Member In Discernment (MID) Committee
31 - 3PM - INSTALLATION - Rev. Martin Nuscher - First UCC, 457 Delaware Ave., Palmerton
  
JUNE
1 - 10AM - INSTALLATION - Pastor Robert Gutekunst - Forks UCC, Stockertown
3
- Noon - Easton AMC Clergy - Salem (Moorestown), Bath
9 - 10AM-4:30PM - Licensed/Commissioned MID meeting
14 - Time TBA - Special Youth Leader Training with Guest Speaker - Conf. Office
17
- Blue Mountain AMC Clergy - DiFiore's, Neffs
18 - 9AM - Ordained Church & Ministry Committee
21 - 9:30AM-3PM - Licensing/Commissioning Member in Discernment Day - Jordan UCC, off of Rte. 309 & Walbert Ave., Allentown - All MID's and Mentors are invited.
22 - 9AM - INSTALLATION - Rev. Kathryn Foster - Jerusalem UCC (Trachsville), Palmerton
24
- 9-11:30AM - JCRT - Conf. Office
24 - 9:30AM - Ordaining MID Committee
  
JULY
2 - 10AM - GEM Fund Committee (June 18 is deadline for submitting GEM Fund Requests)
22 - 9-11:30AM - JCRT - Lutheran Synod
  
AUGUST
26 - 9-11:30AM - JCRT - Conf. Office
  
SEPTEMBER
23 - 9-11:30AM - JCRT - Lutheran Synod
23 - 9:30AM - Ordaining MID Committee
26-28 - PNEC Women's Retreat for All Wonderful Women of Faith - Trout Lake, Stroudsburg
  
OCTOBER

4 - 6AM-7PM - Disaster Response Team Sponsoring - Church World Service Bus Trip

12 - Bryan Sirchio Conference-wide Concert & Worship - Union, Neffs
8 - 10AM - GEM Fund Committee (September 24 deadline for submitting GEM Fund requests)
28 - 9-11:30AM - JCRT - Conf. Office
28 - 9:30AM - Ordaining MID Committee
  
NOVEMBER
25 - 9-11:30AM - JCRT - Lutheran Synod
25 - 9:30AM - Ordaining MID Committee
  
DECEMBER
16 - Noon- JCRT Christmas Luncheon - Morgan's
 
2015
JANUARY
7 - 10AM - GEM Fund Committee (December 18 deadline for GEM Fund requests)
 
APRIL
15 - GEM Fund Committee (April 1 deadline for GEM Fund requests)
18 - PNEC Annual Meeting - Place TBA
 
JUNE
26-30 - General Synod 30 - Cleveland, OH

announcement    IN SEARCH OF...

  
St. Peter's, Tatamy is seeking an organist to play Sunday and other services.  Two manual Allen digital organ with Midi.  Two weeks vacation.  Please contact Tom Castellano at 610-258-3773.

St. Paul's UCC, 19th & Lincoln Ave., Northampton is looking for a Sexton.  The position will be available on June 1.  Application deadline is May 7.  If interested, contact Rev. Todd Fennell at 610-261-2910. 

 

Egypt Community Church, 4129 South Church Street, Whitehall, PA is looking for a pianist and/or key board player to lead worship on Sunday mornings for our services.  Additional times may be required during special services or holidays. Our music style incorporates Contemporary Christian music with Traditional Hymns. This is a paid part-time position. We are an Evangelical/Conservative Congregation and our Worship Leader will be responsible for supporting our faith beliefs and moral practices.  Experience is preferred.  If interested please contact Pastor Larry Pickar at: [email protected] or 610-223-8994.  Resumes are being accepted.

  
St. John's UCC, 651 Easton Rd., Riegelsville is seeking an Organist/Choir Director OR Pianist for a weekly position starting in mid to late summer.  Experience in playing the Organ and/or Piano an an interest in directing a choir.  Monthly salary negotiable with experience and will be expected to work from September through May with the potential for additional summer Sundays.  Interviews will be held in June.  If interested in applying please send resume or letter of interest to St. John's UCC, 651 Easton Rd., Box 236, Riegelsville, PA  18077  ATTN:  Human Resources.  Application deadline is June 15, 2014.  Any questions call 610-749-2551.

Part Time Position Available - Director of Services - Pleasant Valley Ecumenical Network (PVEN)  - 
PVEN is a non-profit, faith-based organization serving the needy in the West End of Monroe County.  Candidates must have good people and administrative skills as well as strong computer and financial skills.  Bachelor degree or equivalent experience required.   Salary is commensurate with education and experience.   Responsibilities include:

 

1.     Client Intake

2.     Coordinating Volunteers

3.     Grant writing

4.     Coordinating federal and state subsidies (food and rent)

5.     Supervising food and clothing distribution

6.     Case management

7.     Budgeting and related financial responsibilities

8.     Advocating for the poor

Please send resumes by April 30, 2014 to the Rev. Suzanne Brooks-Cope at [email protected] or mail to St. Matthews UCC, 102 Church Road, Kunkletown, PA  18058-- attention:  Rev. Brooks-Cope.

 
  

Pleasantville UCC, an 800 member church Chalfont, PA, is seeking a part-time Christian Education Associate.   This person will have responsibility for coordinating our church school program and will provide support for the educational ministry of Pleasantville UCC. We are seeking someone who has experience working with faith development, spiritual formation and/or education for children, youth and adults. We expect this person to have an understanding of and a willingness to embrace the mission and principles of the United Church of Christ. This position requires the ability to work on Sundays. For further information, please contact Pastor Amelie Sell by email at [email protected] or by phone at 215-822-2394x104. See more information at www.pleasantvilleucc.org  

July 9 to 13, 2014

MID ATLANTIC REGIONAL YOUTH EVENT

 

The Regional Youth Event will be held from July 9 to 13 at Susquehanna University in Selinsgrove, PA for youth who have completed grades 7 through 12 and young adults from 18 to 30. Registration includes all program costs, room, board, and linens/towels. It is $350 per person from March 1 to May 15.  Late registration is $375 per person from May 16 to June 15. 

 

Each participating Conference has been assigned a special color t-shirt to wear on Saturday of the event.  There are events planned around the colors, so whether you're coming as the lone representative of your church or as part of a crew of 25, everyone from PNEC will stand together on Saturday in our PURPLE t-shirts. 

 

All PNEC churches will need to individually register by church via the registration link on the website www.maryeucc.org  Monies and registration for the event will NOT go through the PNEC office.  Please fully explore the entire website as you will see various links to what will be happening at RYE.  Also, there is a link for anyone wanting to lead a workshop.  Please use that link directly if you are interested in leading a workshop at the event.  PNEC will coordinate busing to the event.  We need nurses and EMT's to cover first aid shifts - contact [email protected]  

 

After you have registered via the online event website PLEASE call Beverly McClure at the PNEC office, 610-826-3113 or email at [email protected] with the following important information:

*Church name

*Youth and adult name , gender and ages

*Contact information for each youth and adult registered (address, phone, cell phone, etc.)

*Designated group leader for the church

*Number of people needing bus transportation to and from the event

 

To learn more, download the FAQ document or visit maryeucc.org   Like us on Facebook at Mid-Atlantic Regional Youth Event 2014.  Keep checking there and on our website for updates and news. 

 

The PNEC Planning Team Co-Coordinators: Marge Baltz, St. John's UCC, Nazareth; Mary Heller, Jordan UCC, Allentown and Ned and Tracy Whitehead, Dille Parish, LeRaysville.

     Representing PNEC on the MARYE Planning Team: Rev. Kris Snyder Samuelson, Union Neffs; Megan Bonsell, Union Neffs, Marge Baltz, St. John's UCC, Nazareth and Nancy E. Azar, PNEC Associate Conference Minister

 

Lancaster Theological Seminary invites YOU to join them on May 19-23
Join us in Lancaster this May for a once-in-a-lifetime course taught by the
renowned theologian, author & preacher
The Rev. Dr. Jeremiah Wright,Pastor Emeritus
Trinity UCC, Chicago
Theology from the Black Perspective
May 19-23
8AM to Noon
Earn 2 CEUs
register online at lancasterseminary.edu
Reminder...The new UCC profile portal went live on January 31. All ministers, even those who have a vintage profile, are encouraged to add a Snapshot as soon as possible.Video tutorials, samples and other resources can be found at:                   ucc logo

 

MESA wishes you well,

Rev. Malcolm Himschoot, MESA Minister for Ministerial Transitions

Ministerial Excellence, Support and Authorization (MESA) Ministry Team

United Church of Christ, 700 Prospect Ave., Cleveland, OH 44115 - 216-736-3840

http://www.ucc.org/ministers/ 

POSITION AVAILABLE

lay ministry Lay Ministry in the 21st Century, a ministry of the Tri-Penn Conferences, is seeking a part-time program director to oversee its work.  Candidates for this position should be spiritually grounded and flexible, embodying a passion for life-long learning and a spirit of hospitality.  Knowledge and experience of both the local church and the wider church, especially an understanding of UCC polity, are a must.  Strong administrative and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to develop and maintain a budget are required.  Some facility with web presence and social media will be helpful.  This position encompasses 60 hours per month with compensation of $18,000 per year plus expenses.  Resumes including two references, along with a cover letter indicating interest in the position and local church experience, should be sent to Rev. Nancy Light Hardy at [email protected].   Deadline for applications is June 30.

Phoebe Richland to Hold Groundbreaking for New Personal Care Facility 

 

     April 24, at 1PM  Phoebe Richland will break ground on a dramatic new addition to the campus: a personal care facility featuring 72 studio and one bedroom apartments, and four semi-private rooms. Personal care communities, similar to assisted living, provide support for activities such as bathing, dressing and taking medication. They can also assist with meal preparation or housekeeping.

     Located at 108, South Main Street in Richlandtown, Phoebe Richland is only minutes away from Center Valley's Promenade Shops in an area ready for growth and development. Although this region is well-populated, there are few local personal care and memory support care options in the Upper Bucks region. This project will afford many local seniors an opportunity for innovative care and services close to home.

     Designed as an addition to the current Phoebe Richland campus, the new 75,000 square foot, two story building will be situated to the south of The Cottage, Phoebe Richland's memory support neighborhood, and will have a connection to the Health Care Center. It will feature four neighborhoods, two on each story. Amenities will include a multipurpose room, chapel, rehab gym, second story patios, salon and caf� area. Stained glass windows from the recently-sold Conference Center of the United Church of Christ Penn Southeast Conference will grace the new chapel on the first floor overlooking a small reflecting pool.

     "Our goal is to create a very unique living environment for members of the local community who are in need of personal care," says Lisa Fichera, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for Phoebe Ministries. Tracy Roman, Executive Director of Phoebe Richland adds, "We are excited for this expansion because we receive inquiries from members of the local community weekly who are in need of services and the expansion allows us to meet the requests of these community members."

 

Enhancement of the Health Care Center

 

     In addition to Phoebe Richland's service expansion, renovations to the existing health care center will also take place to improve the quality of life for our current residents.

     A new central kitchen will serve all of the residents on campus, replacing the existing main kitchen on Gateway in the Health Care Center. Eleven skilled nursing beds will be brought back into service in the Health Care Center. Additionally, the current caf� area will be converted into a multi-purpose room for residents and families. The existing central kitchen will be converted into office and conference space with an employee break room. Renovations will also add an additional dining room using current conference room space.  

     The Gateway short term rehabilitation wing will also receive enhancements, including remodeling of the dining and living room areas. Three additional short term rehabilitation beds will be added to expand services. A small addition is planned off the main Health Care Center lobby to serve as central office space for employees.

 

Thank you,

Trina Johnson-Brady,

Community Relations Specialist, Marketing and Institutional AdvancementPhoebe Ministries, 1925 Turner Street | Allentown

 

P: 610-794-5150| C: 610-844-6811 | F: 610-794-5414
[email protected] | www.phoebe.org

The United Church of Christ Musicians National Network (UCCMNN) is pleased to announce their 2014 conference
"Make a Joyful Noise" featuring John Bell and Ruth Elaine Schram at Congregational United Church of Christ in Greensboro, North Carolina from July 10-13, 2014.  Complete information is available at www.UCCMNN.com, including presenters, workshops, host church and conference hotel, news about two pre-conference offerings, and a link to registration.  The UCCMNN is sponsored by Local Church Ministries of the United Church of Christ.  Membership is free and open to anyone interested in the worship life of the local church


WHAT'S HAPPENING  IN OUR CHURCHES..

   

April 18 - "The Passion" Slatedale Area Good Friday Tenebrae Service - portrayed by the youth of the area's churches - Good Shepherd UCC, 3940 Mountain Rd., Slatington

 

  
April 18 - Good Friday Fish Dinner - 5 PM to 7 PM - St. Peter's UCC (Seemsville), 8142 Valley View Road, Northampton - call for tickets 610-837-0152
  
April 19 - All You Can Eat Breakfast Buffet - Old Zionsville UCC, 5981 Fountain Rd., Old Zionsville - 7 to 11am - includes bacon, ham, sausage, eggs, French toast, pancakes, potatoes, chipped beef, toast, juice, coffee, tea, fruit cup & dessert. Adults/$8;Seniors (60+)/$7; children 6-12/$5 - for more information call the church office at 610-966-3601
  
April 25 - Lia Sophia Jewelry Party - Zion's Stone UCC, 51 Church Rd., Northampton - 6 to 8PM - brochure and order information contact Debra Geosits 610-759-7474 and mention Zion's Stone UCC fundraiser - come and enjoy A
night out - fellowshp with desserts.

 

April 26 - Penny Party - Bethany UCC, 600 W. Market St., Bethlehem - Doors open @ 3, games start @ 4 PM.  Kitchen will be open - FMI call 610-868-4441

 

April 26 - Pennsylvania Dutch Buffet - Dryland UCC, 4415 Newburg Rd., Nazareth - serving at 4PM and 6PM - limited to 100 people per serving - adults/$11 - ages 6-12/$6 - lettuce with bacon dressing, schnitz und knepp (smoked ham), chicken pot pie, boovashenkle (ground beef), oyster pie, scrapple, baked PA dutch corn pie, applesauce, corn fritters, Lancaster County lima beans, apple dumplings, coffee, tea, rolls and more - contact Rich at 484-894-9799 or the church 610-759-4444 for tickets.

 

April 26 - Church Yard Sale - St. John's UCC, 575 Grape St., Whitehall - 8AM to Noon - in Fox Hall - rain or shine - kitchen open.

   

April 26 - Take-Out Chicken Barbecue, Yard Sale & Bake Sale - held by Solomon's UCC at the Macungie Memorial Park in the Sticher Pavilion - the take out dinner which consists of � barbecued chicken, baked potato, roll and applesauce costs $8.50.  Tickets can be purchased from Frances Lichtenwalner 610-965-5761 or the church office 610-966-3086.  Pick up for the chicken dinners is 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  Yard sale begins at 8:30 a.m.

 

April 26 - Chicken BBQ from 11:30 am to 2 pm - St. Paul's UCC, 1249 Trexlertown Road, Trexlertown - TAKE OUT ONLY. Dinner includes � Chicken, Baked Potato, Roll, Pickled Cabbage, Applesauce. Cost: $9.50. For more information or to order, please call 610-395-4571

 

April 26 - Family Movie Night - Trinity UCC, 1990 Route 212, Quakertown - serving pizza at 5:30 p.m. and presenting Disney's Space Buddies at 6 p.m. FREE event. Donations welcome. Please RSVP to Maryanne at 610-216-7185 or [email protected]    

 

April 26 - Ham & Dandelion Dinner - Ben Salem UCC, 1749 Church Hill Rd., Lehighton - 3 to 7 PM - adults/$10 - ages 5-12/$5 - dessert & beverage included - for more information call 610-377-3618 or 484-225-0368.

 

April 27 - A Movement for Rosa - Zion's "Liberty Bell" Church - 620 W. Hamilton Street, Allentown - 3:30 p.m.  The Allentown Band, under the direction of Ron Demkee, will provide a unique program that complements the Liberty Bell Museum's current exhibit - From the Bell to the Bus and Beyond: Rosa Parks.  This year's concert will feature pieces based on African American spirituals and by African American composers.  Tickets are $10 and can be purchased by calling 610-435-4232 or at the door if space allows

 

April 27 -A Seder Meal - Trinity UCC, 1990 Route 212, Quakertown, www.trinityuccpa.com. - FREE community dinner includes lamb, turkey, vegetables, and desert - begins at 6 pm - please arrive between 5:45 and 6 pm - tickets are required. For tickets, please call 610-346-7114 or email [email protected] 

 

April 27 - Spring Basket Social - Emmanuel UCC, 509 Hamilton Street, Bowmanstown - Noonto 4:00 PM - theme baskets, door prize, raffle, 50/50 drawing, bake sale - kitchen open - 1 ticket of 25 chances/$5 or 5 tickets /$20 

 

April 27 - Spring Bouquet Concert - St.Paul's UCC,19th and Lincoln Sts., Northampton - 3 pm - Featuring Todd Fennell- Voice and Trombone, Sandra Deiter- Organ and Piano and Guest Flutist- Debbie Glick. An Offering will be received and a social will follow.

 

May 2 - Basket Bingo - St. John's UCC (Fullerton), 575 Grape Street, Whitehall (610-264-8421) - doors open 6 pm, games begin 7 pm - $15 presales/ $20 at door, includes 20 games - specials extra, Chinese auction, chance basket and 50/50 - kitchen open - please send a self addressed stamped envelope to the above address

with payment payable to St. John's UCC, Fullerton, purchase 8 tickets and reserve a table!!

 

May 3 - Country Sale - Union UCC, 5550 Route 873, Neffs -  9am-2pm. Community-Wide Yard Sale, Quilt Raffle, Home-Made  Food & Baked Goods, Eat-in or take-out, Flower Sale

 

May 3 - Ham & Dandelion Dinner - Friedens UCC, 7227 PA Route 873, Slatington - ham, dandelion with bacon dressing, whole cooked potatoes, apple butter and cottage cheese, coffee and desserts - pre-sale tickets - adults/$9 (at door $10), children 6-12/$5, under 6 yrs./free - to make reservations for seatings at 4pm, 5pm, and 6pm, call 610-767-5519 or 610-760-1170.

 

May 17 - All You Can Eat Breakfast Buffet - Old Zionsville UCC, 5981 Fountain Rd., Old Zionsville - 7 to 11am - includes bacon, ham, sausage, eggs, French toast, pancakes, potatoes, chipped beef, toast, juice, coffee, tea, fruit cup & dessert. Adults/$8;Seniors (60+)/$7; children 6-12/$5 - for more information call the church office at 610-966-3601

 

May 17 - 6th Annual Show & Shine Car Show from 9am to 3pm - Trinity UCC, 1990 Route 212, Quakertown, 610-346-7114. All types of vehicles welcome. We also have craft vendors and great food! FREE parking and admission for spectators. Visit our website at http://www.trinityuccpa.com/ for more information and for a registration form

 

May 17 - Bus Trip to Bird-in-Hand Family Restaurant and Stage - Solomon's United Church of Christ, 82 S. Church St., Macungie - there will be a buffet lunch and then we will enjoy seeing "Half-Stitched the Musical" which is a play about the Amish.  The bus will leave Solomon's Church at 9AM and return about 5:30PM.  The cost is $70 per person.  Contact Frances Lichtenwalner at 610-965-5761 or church office 610-966-3086 to make reservations.  All are welcome to join

 

May 17 - Turkey Supper - Date Change for Emmanuel UCC Turkey Supper - Since Holy week is the same weekend in April that we usually hold our Turkey Supper, this year Emmanuel United Church of Christ will hold its family style Turkey Dinner on Saturday, May 17, 2014, from 3 to 7 p.m.  The meal includes turkey, gravy, stuffing, mashed potatoes, corn, green beans, cranberry sauce, homemade pickled cabbage, bread, beverage, and dessert.  Take Outs are available.  Ticket prices are $10.00 for adults, $4.00 for children age 6 to 11; children 5 and under for free; or $10.00 for a well-portioned take-out.  If you would like to reserve tickets for the meal, please call Doris at 379-3755 or the Church Office at 868-5675.  Tickets will be available for sale at the door.  Emmanuel UCC is located at the end of Alberdeen Road in Dorrance Township, Mountain Top, across from Andy's Gas Station.

 

May 18 - Fashion Show & Heritage Day -  Bethany UCC, 600 W. Market St., Bethlehem - a luncheon with dessert will be followed by a fashion show of fashions worn when Bethany was founded 125 years ago till present day - cost $10/ticket - call 610-868-4441 for more information.  

 

May 19, 20, 21 - Raised Cake Sale - St. Paul's UCC, 1249 Trexlertown Road, Trexlertown. Order pick-up times are: May 19 from 4 to 6 pm; May 20 from 2 to 5 pm; May 21 from 2 to 4 pm. Cost: $5 each. Accepting orders until Friday, May 9th. For more information or to place an order, please call 610-395-4571  

 

May 31 - 6th Annual Golf Outing to benefit Bethany Children's Home - sponsored by St. Paul's UCC, 1249 Trexlertown Road, Trexlertown. - Wedgewood Golf Club, Coopersburg - Tee Time: 1:30 pm - Shotgun Start. Four Person Scramble - Entry Fee: $75 - Includes Golf, Cart, Beverages, Dinner and Prizes - Sponsorship Packages available. For more information, please call 610-395-4571.