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East Stroudsburg United Methodist Church Volume IV Issue 47 November 25, 2018

Pastor’s Corner
I pray that each of our church families had a wonderful and blessed Thanksgiving and that everyone stayed safe! The
Sunday after Thanksgiving is many times the first Sunday of Advent, but not this year. Advent does not begin until
December 2, so November 25 is Christ the King Sunday when we will look at what it means to be “Kingdom people” as
part of Christ’s Kingdom. Even though it is not technically Advent yet, we will also start two Sunday morning studies to
help get us focused for the seasons ahead, and I will begin a Monday afternoon study for those who don’t like to be out
after dark. It begins on November 26, and as a correction to what was printed last week, the second study will occur the
following Monday, not Tuesday, as previously reported. We’ll be looking at
what each of the Gospels says about Jesus’ birth. At the first study, we’ll
look at the Gospel of Mark, who says nothing about the birth of Jesus. We’ll
ask, “Why not?” and look at what Mark does emphasize as the first Gospel
written about Jesus. Please see the articles elsewhere in the Trumpet Call
to find out more about each of our Advent studies.

Pictured right, is a photo of part of our staff and several volunteers who
together under the leadership of Ana Price, prepared meals for our
homebound members who will be eating alone this Thanksgiving. We
prayed over these meals that each who receives them experiences God’s
blessings and knows they are loved by our congregation. Robin Braun was
also a part of this gathering; he was taking the photo!

Finally, I want to say a word of thanks to all those who had a part in our
Celebration Sunday on November 18. It was such a blessing to stand in the front of the Sanctuary and look out to see a mixture of people
from both of our Sunday morning services sitting side by side. There was a great spirit in worship, and then we enjoyed a good meal and
had a chance through the slide show to reflect on all the ways we have been blessed by God and sought to be a blessing to our
community with God’s guidance. It warmed my heart to see so many come forward with their commitments, and I prayed silently for each
who came forward. You may continue to bring your commitments and can put them in the offering any Sunday.
Blessings in Christ, Pastor Jim

Baptized this Sunday is Our Two Newest Members

Grayson Aiman Kessel Alicia Scher and Sandino “Dino”
Hernandez, joined our congregation this
son of Gregory and Jaclyn Kessel past Sunday, November 18. It truly was a
of East Stroudsburg Celebration Sunday to welcome these two
persons who have both been attending for
Grayson (pictured) will be many months. Both renewed their baptism,
baptized at the 10:45 am service and both joined on re-profession of faith.
Both Alicia and Dino have contributed in
many ways to our congregation and we
know that God will lead them in new areas
of service as members. Congratulations
The Kings of Queen and welcome!
Street are Hosting a
night of Prayer and
Worship Friday Nov 30th
Prayer Time 6:30-7pm
Worship Time 7pm-8pm
(Childcare provided)
 “Giving Thanks”
The ESUMC Preschool/
Toddler Class recently
presented a “Giving
Thanks” Tree during the
contemporary service
Do you love baking???
The Congregational Care Team is looking for extra
this past Sunday. They cookie bakers to help with our Holiday Cookie
started it by listing things Outreach for the Shut-in and Homebound members
on the leaves that they of our Church! Call Bethany Mills at 570-421-3280
are thankful to God or email bmills@esumc.net for information.
Cookies are requested to be delivered (on
for. Their hope is that disposable plates) to the Church Fellowship Hall on
you will join them in Sunday, December 2nd. Happy Holidays!”
thanking God and add Love, The Congregational Care Team
your thanks to the tree
leaves in the next few
weeks so the tree will
blossom with gratitude.
Monroe County Prison
Re-Entry Program
Is having a fundraising
The Tree is located in
Spaghetti Dinner here at
Oberholtzer Hall and we ESUMC on Saturday,
thank you for your Dec.1st from 4-7 pm.
participation. This includes spaghetti and
meatballs, garlic bread, salad,
desserts and drinks.
Merry Martha’s Cost, Adults: $10, Families:
$25, Children (6-10) $5,
Our next meeting will be a festive one. We will Children (5 & under) Free.
gather on Friday December 7th at 6:00 pm in the
kitchen/fellowship hall. I am asking everyone to Olde Time Christmas at Quiet Valley
bring your favorite appetizer or dessert to
share. We will be doing a holiday type craft. Living Historical Farm
There will be a small fee.
Our choir is participating as Christmas Carolers at Quiet Valley
Please RSVP and let me know if you are Living Historical Farm in Stroudsburg (347 Quiet Valley Rd) on
bringing a dessert or appetizer. momma mertz@gmail.com Sunday, December 2nd, from 3pm-5pm, and invites you to
or call and leave a message 570-629-4069. attend this wonderful program that shares the true spirit of
Christmas. The admission is $10 Adults, $5 Children which
A New supports the non-profit farm museum.
Advent Bible Experience Christmas in the 1800s with a winter evening on the
Study: All farm. Guides dressed in period clothing lead you by lantern on
are Invited! a candlelight tour including a Live Barnyard
Nativity, Schoolhouse with Caroling, and
Convenient Storytelling in a cabin. There will be
for YOUR complimentary refreshments, and a holiday
Needs.
gift shop of handcrafted items. The tour is an
It takes place
before dark, 1-1/2 to 2 hours long, so come early to hear
and just before our choir!
the community
Meal on Mondays.
Advent Drop In Study
What: An examination of what each Gospel says about the
birth of Jesus, why they are difference, and what each Join us
Gospel writer emphasizes important for Christian living.
11/25
When: Four Mondays: Nov 26, Dec 3, 10, 17, 3:00-4:15pm* 12/2
Where: Oberholtzer Hall, adjacent to the gymnasium. 12/9
*On the final Monday, a brief Memorial service will be held 12/16
to remember those from the Community Meal and family Youth Room
members who have passed away in 2018, Dec 17, 4:00 –4:30

Cold Weather Shelter Ministry
The Cold Weather Shelter Program opened at
the Wesleyan church on November 4th
providing a warm, safe respite from the cold
for homeless members of the community.
Local churches, representing different
denominations, have stepped up to volunteer.
ESUMC will be covering the 1st full week in
each month, through March.
We are in need of ESUMC volunteers to fill
the slots for December, January, February,
and March! Please contact Ana Price at
570-460-8423 to be placed on the calendar to
serve. This is a very important service for
our community.
Recovery Meetings Community Room of
Office Building Basement
NA: Mon-Sat, 12:00 to 1:30 PM Just for Today;
Wed, 6:00 to 7:30 PM New Beginnings (Women)
AA: Thurs & Sat, 8:00 to 9:00 PM Keep It Simple
Saturday, 5:30 to6:30 PM.
Sunday, 4:30 to 6:30 PM Serenity House
HIKING. Interested in hiking one day
a week for a distance of 3 to 5 miles
over a variety of trails? For more
information call Ken Brown at
570-424-6480, or Bob Rosenberger at
570- 223-7076. Plan to meet Wednesday
11/28 at Church at 9:00 a.m.
United Methodist Women
November Dollar Challenge
Men’s & Women’s stocking stuffers, to prepare
for gifts to the homeless and other needy
families in the community. All items can be
purchased at one of the many dollar stores.
Thank you.
ESUMC has an opening for a Congregational Care Director.
We are looking for someone to join our team who will be
responsible to monitor and assist those in our congregation
needing special care. This would include follow-up with our
members who are sick, hospitalized, in recovery and
bereaved. They would make regular visitations to our shut-
ins and those in the hospitals, respond to those in crisis at
the pastor’s request, consult and counsel members as
requested, maintain visitation records, and coordinate our
card ministry.
Qualifications: Personal relationship with Jesus Christ
and a mature faith, sympathetic with the United Methodist
doctrine and policy, comfortable in times of crisis,
emotionally stable, a good listener with the ability to
effectively communicate with others, ability to organize
and manage, team player working for the good of all areas
of the church. Post high school education and counseling
experience a plus. This position is 15 hours per week, with
a flexible work schedule. Rate of pay commensurate with
experience. To apply: Please submit your resume to our
church administrator, Jill Teaford, jteaford@esumc.net.
New Drop In Study
Beginning November 25
Crazy Like Us
by Andy Stanley
Everybody thinks they are a little crazy, but few people really are.
Being generous is not natural, it's not common, and
it's not intuitive. In fact, it's a little crazy.
Join us for this discipleship study on generosity
during this Christmas season.
The class will be held 11/25, 12/2, and 12/9 .
K55’s Annual Christmas Luncheon
Dec 13th, 11:30-2pm Fellowship Hall
This is a covered dish to pass event with a snow
date of: 12/20/2018. Please RSVP to
Karen Dudley by 12/12/2018 at 570-424-9896
For transportation assistance please contact
Larry Gerberich at: (570) 234-5351.
E S U M C Sunday Services and Studies
Traditional 8:30 AM Contemporary 10:45 AM
Sunday School 9:45 AM
Discipleship 9:45 AM
Discipleship Drop In Study begins 11/25/18
 CHURCH CONTACT LIST
THIS WEEK AT ESUMC Office
(570) 421-3280
church@esumc.net
Hours: 9am to 1pm
Monday thru Friday

Pastor
Jim Todd
jtodd@esumc.net
Ext. 1014

Church Administrator
Jill Teaford
jteaford@esumc.net
Ext. 1015

Administrative Assistant
Kathy Ravago
kravago@esumc.net
Ext. 1010

Director of Spiritual Life &

Congregational Care
Bethany Mills
bmills@esumc.net
Ext. 1023

Director of Student Ministries

Scott Kuhnle
skuhnle@esumc.net
Ext. 1013

Director of Children & Family

Ministries
Erica Dorsch
edorsch@esumc.net
Ext. 1017

Director of Traditional Music/

Organist
Pauline Fox
foxes@esumc.net

Director of Contemporary
Music
Doug Malefyt
dmalefyt@esumc.net

Director of Choir
Joe Dorsch
josephdorsch@gmail.com

Director of Bells
Chris Perfetti
perfetti3@ptd.net

Financial Secretary
Michael Corey
mcorey@esumc.net
Ext. 1012

Technology Support
Michael Corey
mcorey@esumc.net
Ext. 1012
Audio/Visual Technician
Charles Rajnai
charlesrajnai@gmail.com
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