THE TRUMPET CALL

Our Mission: To love Jesus Christ and to share His Love

East Stroudsburg United Methodist Church Volume III Issue 32 August 6, 2017

Upstairs Downstairs
Our Vision Bargain Basement in
To be a Christian community Fellowship Hall
where Christ is transforming lives United Methodist Women
will hold its annual sale Aug
Our goal is to grow Gods way;
11/12. Items may be
Upward through worship and prayer
dropped off in Fellowship
Inward through prayer and bible study
Outward through evangelism, service, Hall from Wed the 9th at
fellowship and stewardship 9am to Thu 10am. Help is
needed to set up on the 9th
Sunday Services and Studies and 10th at 9am and to take down on Sat at 11 am
Traditional 8:30 am (men with trucks would be helpful at noon!) Also baked
Contemporary 10:45 am goods are needed for the bake sale and may be dropped
Sunday School 9:45 am off all day Thursday or before 9am Friday. Any questions
Discipleship Groups 9:45 am contact Linda Drake at 570-856-9395.

Pastors Corner
Every summer, I write a column that basically says, "Get out there and enjoy nature while
there's still time this summer." "See God's creation in all of its glory." "Take time to
appreciate God's amazing creation and praise Him for it!" This is that column. It's hard to
believe it's August already, and school is on the horizon, whether for our high school
graduates transitioning to college or for our preschoolers getting ready for kindergarten, or
anyone else in between. I pray that our students and our parents and grandparents --
everyone -- gets a chance to get out in nature.
Later this month, Karen and I will be heading to Colorado and then to Wyoming for our
largest block of vacation time. We go to Colorado every year, as that's where our youngest daughter, Kristin,
lives. However, we haven't been to Wyoming in twenty years, and I've never see Yellowstone or Grand Teton
National Parks. We will see them soon, and I can't wait! There is another reason we're going to Northwest
Wyoming: the total eclipse of the sun on August 21. On that day at 11:36 am in Grand Teton National Park, the
disk of the sun will slide behind the disk of the moon overhead and it will suddenly get cold, the birds will stop
their singing, and the sky will become so dark the stars will come out. Two minutes and twenty seconds later,
the sun will appear to move out from behind the moon and the sky will light up once again as if nothing
happened.
I've always been interested in both meteorology (not the study of meteors, but the weather) and astronomy.
One is the study of everything within our atmosphere; the other, everything beyond it. I'm always in awe of the
things I discover about both scientific disciplines. Did you know that the diameter of the sun is 400 times that of
our moon and that the moon is 400 times closer to us than the sun? That means the relative size of the moon
therefore perfectly matches that of the sun, allowing for total eclipses of the sun (which happen roughly every
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18 months somewhere in the world, but rarely here), and for scientists to
be able to study the sun's corona, which is its atmosphere. The corona is
only visible on earth during total solar eclipses.
All of this reminds me that there is an "intelligent designer" behind all of
creation. It still boggles my mind that people can look at all of this
amazing creation and believe it just happened randomly from a big bang
14 billion years ago. Is it random that the relative size of our moon just
happens to be that of the sun around which we revolve, or that we just
happen to be at the perfect distance from a star to be able to live and
breathe and have our being? I think not, and I believe not. Praise God for
His amazing creation; now get out there and enjoy it!
Pastor Jim

Summer Discipleship Classes

Is God calling you to become a Care
Summer is a time to rest, reflect, and rejuvenate! What better way to do Giver? Does His Spirit tug at your heart
that than to grow closer to our Lord. Trips and vacations may come and when you know others are suffering? Is
go, but our faith is forever constant. Please consider dropping in or it your time to begin training to become
joining one of the study classes going on! a Stephen Minister?
Lessons On Prayer A Stephen Ministry table will be in
~ Leader Pauline Fox in the Fellowship Hall on Sundays Aug. 6,13,
Choir Room & 20th between 9:30 10:45; and
An introduction to various methods and sources concerning prayer, with 11:45 12:15. Stop by to review the
discussion and participation. training materials, and speak with a
Stephen Minister or Stephen Leader.
2 Thessalonians and Titus Study They will be happy to answer your
~ Leader Justin Searle in questions and share how Stephen
Ministry has changed their lives as they
Classroom #8 have served the Lord through this
A study looking at living faithfully, in view of Christs coming again. ministry.
Training begins on Wednesday, Sept
Summer Drop In Study 20trh from 6:45-9:15 p.m. Pick up an
~ Various Leaders with different weekly topics in Fellowship Hall application and job description and
prayerfully consider beginning this
August 6th Not a Fan Bury the Dead. If Jesus were to sit journey of service for our Lord!
down with you right now and have a DTR (Define the Relationship) For more info visit our web page
conversation, how would you respond? Are you truly his follower or just a http://www.esumc.net/stephen-ministry/
fan-or perhaps someone who doesn't even care about the Or callPeggy Strack
(570) 856-2131
difference? Not a Fan invites you to make Jesus not merely the object of
your admiration, but the very center of your life. Through biblical
teaching, anecdotes, and humor, Kyle Idleman explores what it means to Please Inform the Office!
truly be a follower of Christ!!! If you or a member of your family is
admitted to any hospital, please inform
the church office, 570-421-3280.
Coming this Fall Pastor Jim, Bethany Mills, and
Church-Wide StudyAct Normal Scott Wilson volunteers are happy to visit if we are
The Act Normal Campaign is designed to be a down-to- aware of the need!
earth style of sharing biblical truths that will spur on
meaningful conversation in your small groups. Hearing Assistance
Devices are Here!
ESUMC now owns several hearing
These video sessions are designed to kick off each small group assistance devices which can be worn to
gathering. The engaging, informative and practical teachings are improve your ability to hear our worship
designed to be used in conjunction with the small group study guide. services. Please contact an usher to pick
up your hearing assistance device and
return to an usher after use.
Healthcare Equipment available:
2
Canes, crutches, walkers, adult potty
chairs, shower stools, Depends and more!
 Junior & Senior High
Retreats

Thank you to all volunteers

that helped with Family
Promise during the past week.
Please share your experiences
with other congregational
members and friends. The
more volunteers that are
available, make it easier for
each volunteer.

Oberholtzer Scholarship Fund Update

The Oberholtzer
Scholarship fund has
recently encouraged a
young man who is
entering the process of
ministry by rewarding
him with $1000.00 gift
for his education. This
young man has
completed the
application process,
recommendations
from our congregation as well as all the
pertinent school information that is
required. As everyone knows, tuition for
continuing education is costly. We were
so happy to help with this gift.
Our church has been so blessed and
gifted with many in our congregation who
have gone onto the pastoral ministry and
service ministry in so many various ways
spreading Gods message to others. The
scholarship fund originated shortly after
Pastor Bob Oberholtzer passed away.
This fund has helped many of our
congregation pursue their education and
ongoing ministry.
There is another application in process, Our Youth are Awesome
however after this gift; our funds will be During the two retreats, the youth experienced many sessions that
quite depleted. We encourage anyone helped them strengthen their relationship with God through Jesus.
who wishes to contribute to the fund to Please pray a special prayer for Scott and the youth leaders for a
use the envelopes marked Oberholtzer program that is beyond what we would normally expect. The youth
Scholarship Fund (found on the Welcome came in touch with God through nature, through study, and through
Desk) to help and encourage those being service. We are blessed to have this program. Special thanks to
called by God into His ministry.who Robin and Pat Braun for offering up their house and service to the
knows, it could be you! youth. 3
The Oberholtzer Scholarship Committee
Events Contact Us
OKs APPRECIATION LUNCHEON FOR ERMA POWELL
Church Office
We are planning a picnic-style luncheon in honor of Erma for all the work
she did for the OKs the past few years. It will be held at the church in (570) 421-3280
Fellowship Hall, Tuesday, August 22, at 11:30 a.m. church@esumc.net
Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Fried chicken and beverages will be provided. Please bring a dish to
Mon thru Fri
share that accompanies a picnic meal. Pastor
Please call Pat Fish (570) 223-8438 or Karen Dudley (570) 424-9896 if Jim Todd
you plan on attending. jtodd@esumc.net
Ext. 1014
Church Administrator
Jill Teaford
jteaford@esumc.net
Ext. 1015
Secretary
Maria Ragonese
mragonese@esumc.net
Ext. 1010
Congregational Care
Bethany Mills
The 5K is a beautiful trail/road course with lakes, streams, and forest. It is bmills@esumc.net
professionally timed with age group winners (<19, 20-29,30-39,40-49,50-59, Ext. 1023
60-69,70+). The 1-Mile Fun Run is an out and back course along Lake Pocono
Student Ministries
Plateau. Event includes a silent auction, costume contest, and a 30-foot climbing
Scott Kuhnle
wall to enjoy post-race. Food is some of the best youll ever have for a 5K: pizza,
skuhnle@esumc.net
pasta, smores, coffee, bagels, hot dogs, and more. Short-sleeve tech shirt
Ext. 1013
guaranteed for all 5K/Fun Run participants who register by 9/9/2017.
Childrens Ministries
Erica Dorsch
SAVE THE DATE! Bishop Peggy Johnson, spiritual leader of the Eastern edorsch@esumc.net
Pennsylvania Conference of which we are a part, will join us in celebration on Sunday, Ext. 1017
September 24 for a burning of the mortgage on our building and a special meal after the Financial Secretary
10:45 service. Bishop Johnson will preach at both services. This would be a GREAT DAY Cyndie Faunce,
to invite friends, neighbors, and former church members to come to worship with you. More Marcia Souza
information will be forthcoming. cfaunce@esumc.net
Ext. 1025
Maintenance
William Mack
wmack@esumc.net
August Dollar Challenge Ext. 1018
School supplies are the August challenge, and will be SextonsRobert Lee,
Kenny Fenston
used for ESUMC Community Meal patrons. Please fenstonkenny@yahoo.com
place items in boxes in Oberholtzer Hall.
Organist/Traditional Music
Recovery Meetings Available in Pauline Fox
foxes@esumc.net
The Community Room of Office Building Basement
Contemporary Music
Doug Malefyt
NA: Monday through Saturday 12:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M. Just for Today
dmalefyt@esumc.net
Wednesday 6:00 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. New Beginnings (Womens Group)
AA: Thursday & Saturday 8:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. Keep It Simple Choir Director
Saturday 5:30-6:30 P.M. Sunday - 4:30-6:30 P.M. Serenity House Julie Montes De Oca
choir@esumc.net
Audio/Visual
Joe Dorsch
Scan QR to ESUMC Website josephdorsch@gmail.com
East Stroudsburg United Methodist Church Technology Support
83 S. Courtland St. Michael Corey
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 mcorey@esumc.net
Ext. 1012
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