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News and Events - January 21, 2021 Issue
Revised with corrections for JOY Pantry and Altar Flowers information
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 St. John's United Church of Christ Jonestown, PA Welcomes you to Sunday Morning Virtual Worship at 10:30 AM
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THIS WEEK'S INSPIRATIONAL VIDEO
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Message to On-Line Worshippers:
We are happy that you chose to worship with us. May you experience God's presence and find spiritual renewal. Please click on the "Worship Attendance" link below to share your experience, pastoral care requests, and prayer concerns.
Worship Attendance link:
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January 10th through February 14th
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St. John's UCC Virtual Worship Services are available
even if you do not have a computer or smart phone.
Use the UberConference program to listen in on the telephone. See instructions below.
You can now listen in on worship through a landline/home phone or cell phone.
Here's how this works:
- Call the Church Office and let us know you want to participate.
- You will receive a call from the church just before worship begins.
- The caller ID will not be St. John's number, because the call originates elsewhere.
- To listen in on the worship service, simply press 1 and #
- You will instantly be listening in
- If you do not want to listen in that day, either don't answer the phone or hang up.
- We will mute everyone so we don't hear you during the worship service.
- You would still hear us because we would not be muted.
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Altar Flowers
and Bulletin
This week our Altar Flowers and Bulletin
are sponsored by Susie Moyer
in celebration of the birth of
Emily Rae Moyer on January 8, 2021.
Congratulations to her parents Beau & Crissa,
brother Carter, sister Reese, and grandmother Susie.
Welcome to the World Emily Rae!
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In Recognition of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
January 15, 2021
From Carter Innes...
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Super Bowl LIV - Feb. 7, 2021
"Souper Bowl"
Kick-Off: Sunday, Jan. 17th
Announcing the Kick-Off of the 2021 "Souper Bowl" Event here at St. John's UCC. Starting January 17th, we are collecting canned soups to help feed the hungry in our community.
A Few Tips:
- Each trip to the grocery, buy a few extra cans of soup and set them aside.
- Watch for 10 cans for $10 sales.
- Visit the discount grocery stores in the area (i.e., Dollar General, Sunset Outlet or Grocery Outlet Bargain Market).
Please bring your donation of canned soups to the church between 8:00 am and 1:00 pm Monday through Friday.
Victory: Sunday, Feb. 7th
During Worship Service we will offer our
"Souper Bowl" donations for the Lord's blessing.
Then they will be taken to the JOY Pantry for
distribution to the community.
Pastor Roben's
"Souper Bowl" Challenge
Let's score 250 cans this year for the Joy Pantry.
This would mean:
25 families +10 cans each = 250
Or 20 families +13 =260 cans
Or 15 families +17=255 cans
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JOYful Information
48 W. Market Street, Jonestown
As we begin a new year and during the ongoing pandemic, the Jonestown Outreach Pantry is continuing the distribution of packaged boxes based on family size.
We always need these canned items: corn, chicken, chili, beef stew, pasta, fruit and chunky soups.
Financial donations are always welcome and can be mailed to
JOY Pantry, PO Box 121, Jonestown, PA 17038
Your prayers for our ministry are appreciated as well.
Linda Wood, Volunteer Director
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Worship Volunteers
Pastor Roben is seeking volunteers to serve as lectors
(scripture readers). If you are interested in serving
St. John's in this way, please let us know by
doing one of the following:
Text Pastor Roben at 717-215-7817
-OR-
Call Secretary Barb at 717-865-4453
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While we practice social distancing, remain connected.
- Send an cards to uplift someone today!
- Post positive comments & photos to the church's Facebook page**
- Share good, uplifting words about St. John's.
Let the whole world know what God is doing in and though us here at St. John's!
 **To post on St. John's Facebook page, email or text photos and messages to Facebook administrator Peggy Miller at [email protected]
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The January/February issues have arrived and
are on the table at the church entrance.
If you want a copy mailed to you, please let Church Secretary know.
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Practice for both the Bell Choir and Chancel Choir is suspended until further notice. |
 Band Together (Strength Training) Suspended due to Covid-19 restrictions until further notice.
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What is call-em-all?
In an effort to keep you more informed about what is happening at St. John's UCC, like special services, or winter closings or other special happenings etc. the church is going to begin using a phone dialing system to contact all our members. The new phone dialing system will also be used for Sunday morning cancellations due to weather related issues in addition to radio and television announcements.
How does it work?
You will receive a phone message recorded by either the Pastor of the Church or the Board President informing you of what is happening at the church. This is not a "robo" call but rather a direct call using the church phone number 717-865-4453 and will show up as coming from St. John's UCC. You will have the option at the end of the call to "opt out" if you no longer want to be contacted by the church. The system will leave a voice mail message if you do not answer and works with both land lines as well as cell phones.
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Gift Cards Available for
BG's Market**
To purchase gift cards in any amount,
contact Church Secretary, Barb Koons
**Currently awaiting confirmation for Giant Cards;
will advise when they are available.
Office Phone: 717-865-4453
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Nar-Anon Meetings
Thursdays at 6:30 pm
Currently meetings are via phone.
Dial 717-851-7711 and enter access code 715720#
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A Reminder from the Board President, Tim Schaeffer
It's that time of year for our committees to submit their year-end reports to the Board.
Please email your reports to the church secretary Barb Koons at secretary
@jonestownucc.org no later than January 25th so they can be included in the printed Annual Report.
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A Message from the Board President, Tim Schaeffer
 St. John's UCC Constitution states the Church Board is to consist of 6 members and the Pastor. Currently there are 4 members so we are in need of 2 more to serve. This is an exciting time for you to consider joining the Board as we work with Pastor Roben in planning for the future of St. John's.
Please give this your prayerful consideration and contact Tim Schaeffer if you have any questions or would like to volunteer.
Tim's Contact Info: Phone: (717) 821-6570
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Each Wednesday Pastor Roben records the worship service for Sunday morning.
She must receive prayer requests no later than noon each Wednesday to include the requests for prayer during the service. Please call or text her with your prayer requests at 717-215-7817.
Also, please call Secretary Barb at 717-865-4453 to make changes to the list below.
Nursing Home Family & Friends
Beatrice Warlow Wyatt Wentsler
Florence Rhan Kaitlin Lawrence
Fay Krumbine Frank Brown
Shirley Home Brenda Marinkov
Ron's friend Bill
Christie's friend, Vanessa
Scott & Luanne's neighbor passed away w/Covid 19
Members Military
Mary Young Jason Galloway, Army, deployed Walter Reed Hospital
Donna Breidegam Donna Wauthier, deployed to Afghanistan
Barbara Stahl Sgt. Carlos Patinoquiroz, deployed to Afghanistan
Maj. Kevin White, deployed to Afghanistan
If you want someone to receive a card, please be sure to include the address. Cards are sent out monthly to those on the list. For more info, give Barb a call. This is maintained via email. If you wish to be in the Prayer Chain Group please advise Barb and include your email address. Please contact Pastor Roben Roof Cell Phone: 717-215-7817 Office Phone: 717-865-4453
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Please let Pastor Roben know when someone is
in the hospital or has passed away. This would include
information about funerals.
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 Attention Amazon Shoppers If you shop on Amazon, please use www.smile.amazon.com as the web site when you do your shopping. This is a small way you can help your church. Even your family members and friends can participate. At the top of the menu, search for St. John's United Church of Christ Jonestown. Once you select that charity anything you buy, the church will receive a portion of what you've spent. There is no difference in pricing or selections when using the smile.amazon.com web site. Thank you for supporting St. John's UCC |
Church Office
Church Secretary, Barbara Koons, is in the office
weekdays from 8:00AM to 1:00 PM
If you need any assistance at a time when she is not in, please Thank you. Be safe and God bless.
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PASTOR'S SCHEDULE for Week 1/24 - 1/30
The above schedule is subject to change as needs arise.
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IMPORTANT NOTE
If you have tested positive for Covid-19 or have been exposed to someone with the Coronavirus, please call Christie Schaeffer and let her know -- 717-304-3775.
This is necessary for the purpose of tracking exposures at St. John's.
Thank you for your help.
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Continue practicing Safety regarding Coronavirus COVID-19
Take care of your health and protect others by doing the following:
- Wash your hands frequently.
- Maintain social distancing.
- Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth
- Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze.
- Seek medical care early
If you have fever, cough and difficulty breathing. Stay home if you feel unwell. If you have a fever, cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical attention and call in advance
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Enjoy the Convenience of Electronic Giving
It is encouraging to see both new and familiar faces at our worship services. Throughout the year, many of you already support the congregation with your time, talent and financial contributions but greater participation is always welcome. We encourage you to look into our electronic giving program. It takes just a few minutes to set up a recurring giving plan. Contact the church office for more details or pick up an authorization form today.
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There are still quite a few 2021 envelopes ready to be picked up at the church office.
Please stop by between 8:00 am & 1:00 pm Monday through Friday to get yours. Thanks.
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 Offering from Sunday, January 17th
St. John's received from you $1,415.00 through
electronic offering and $435.00 in the mail,
totaling $1,450.00.
Amount needed each Sunday: $ 3,500.00
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