MARCH 30, 2021
Greetings!
Today's special edition of Spotlight will help us prepare for the rest of Holy Week.

  1. Congregational Life Committee goodie bags and communion bread pick-up
  2. Service information for Holy Week - including IMPORTANT UPDATES
  3. Easter lily donations
  4. One Great Hour of Sharing
  5. Saturday Easter Egg Hunt
Jeanne Hunsicker shared this colorful image (right) of the communion rolls she baked to be included in the Congregational Life committee's Easter "goodie bags". These will be delivered to church friends who are limited in getting out and about.

You are reminded that you can drive by the front (west) side of the church building on Thursday between 10-11 a.m. to pick up a mini loaf of bread (also baked by the Congregational Life committee). These can be used for communion for Maundy Thursday and on Easter Sunday (see below for Easter service information).

If you would like a loaf of bread, contact us at CongLife@fpc-bethlehem.org or leave a message at 610-867-5865.
MAUNDY THURSDAY, April 1: Communion Service
7 p.m. via Zoom

Print the 7-page bulletin (this has the questions and words you will need for the Communion service)

  • If you would like to participate in communion, please prepare your elements beforehand: a bread or bread-like item (cracker, pita, bagel, etc.) and grape juice, wine or water. We will be breaking into small group rooms for part of the service.
  • To join via Zoom: bit.ly/2QFRydm
  • To listen on the phone (audio only): Call 929-205-6099; when prompted enter the Meeting ID: 830 2666 3596 - and push ## (twice).

GOOD FRIDAY, April 2: Tenebrae Service
8 p.m. via Facebook Live (also on the website, and via Zoom audio only, below)


  • This is a service of increasing darkness; you may want to be in a room where you can lower the lights.
  • To listen on the phone (audio only): Call 929-205-6099; when prompted enter the Meeting ID: 812 8593 1605 - and push ## (twice).

HOLY SATURDAY, April 3: Compline Service
7 p.m. via Facebook Live (also on the website, and via Zoom audio only, below)

There is no bulletin for this service.
 
  • This is a service of contemplation and special music.
  • To listen on the phone (audio only): Call 929-205-6099; when prompted enter the Meeting ID: 812 8593 1605 - and push ## (twice).
EASTER SUNDAY, April 4: Communion Sunday

Bulletins will be provided in the Friday newsletter.

**UPDATE**

We have decided to offer our Contemporary Worship Service OUTSIDE on the east side of our church building at 9 a.m. Please let us know if you are planning to come - click here for the short online sign-up form and instructions for that service.

This is a Communion service so please bring your own elements if you'd like to participate.

  • 9 a.m.: Contemporary Worship Service will be offered outside on the east side of the church building (and also via Facebook Live and on our website)
  • 9 a.m.: NO Hearts N Minds today
  • 10:15-10:45 a.m.: Zoom Sunday School
  • 11 a.m.: Traditional Worship Service - virtual only, via Facebook Live and on our website
  • Hospitality Time following the 11 a.m. service, via Zoom

AND NEW FOR 9 A.M. CONTEMPORARY SERVICE - RADIO TRANSMISSION
As we continue to explore and implement new ways to spread the word in our community, we are happy to announce that all outdoor, in-person services will be available to listen to via short distance FM transmission! Listen to the service from the comfort and safety of your own vehicle.
The new system we have installed will allow the signal to be picked up anywhere within roughly a one-half half mile radius from the church. So for those who wish to attend our outdoor worship experiences (like this Sunday and in coming months) can easily park in a church parking lot and tune in. 

Our current FM location is 88. 9, however that may be adjusted in coming weeks depending to proximity to other more powerful signals.
EASTER LILIES - LAST CALL

If you would like to make a donation toward the Easter lilies that will be used to decorate for Easter, please do that by tomorrow. You can make it in memory or honor of someone; please note that name and “Easter lilies” on your check, sent to the church Business office, or made online at fpc-bethlehem.org/donate. Add “Easter lilies” and the name to the memo box.
ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING

The One Great Hour of Sharing special offering is sharing God’s love with our neighbors around the world. It provides relief from natural disasters, food for the hungry, and support for the poor and oppressed. 

We have the opportunity to donate to this through Easter Sunday, April 4. 

If you plan to attend our in-person service on Sunday, you can drop your donation with the volunteers.

If you have pledge envelopes, a special one for this offering is included. If you do not have envelopes, you may also donate by sending your check to the Business Office; make it out to First Presbyterian Church of Bethlehem and write “One Great Hour of Sharing” in the memo line.

You may also give online at fpc-bethlehem.org/donate; write “One Great Hour of Sharing” in the online memo box. Your donation will be greatly appreciated.
EASTER EGG HUNT!

Saturday, April 3
10 a.m. – outdoors on the church grounds
The youngest ones in our congregation (up to age 10) – along with our FPCB Preschool friends – are invited to gather outdoors for an Easter Egg Hunt. The children will be divided into two age groups.

We ask that everyone (age two and older) wear a mask, and practice safe distancing. If the weather is bad we will not reschedule; please check our website, Facebook page or church message before venturing out.

Let us know if you will be attending by filling out this short online form: bit.ly/2QDUiYJ (or leave a message at 610-867-5865).
Many thanks to the Congregational Life Committee for organizing this fun event, and spearheading these other initiatives to make for a meaningful Holy Week!