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East Stroudsburg
United Methodist Church
The Trumpet Call
Pastor ’s Corner
Last Thursday night, I was pleased to welcome my friend,Rev. Dr. Max Jaouen, to Oberholtzer Hall, to share about work with evangelism with members of our church. The firinvitation had actually gone to Max from Rev. BobHachtman, and I was delighted to learn that Max could coand join us. Max serves as senior pastor of the First UniteMethodist Church of Lansdale. In an amazing “God-
incidence” (as opposed to a coincidence), our Lay Witnesteam is traveling to that very same church this weekend for our youth and aduto share their Christian testimonies with members of Max ’s church!
Though we had extended an invitation to the entire churchbody to come and hear Max, we had a very small group. Maxwas undeterred, and in fact said that he was glad that it was asmall group because in that intimacy, he was willing to sharestories with us he might not have otherwise shared in a largergroup. Max made it clear he was not there to share anysecrets to an effective evangelism program or give us his besttechniques. If anything, he rejects programs and techniques infavor of genuine and honest communication with people whodo not yet know Christ.
Max encouraged each of us to “tell our stories.” He modeled that for us by tellius many of the ways God has been working in his life and in the lives of thosearound him. When we tell our story, no one can argue or dispute what we aresaying because we are telling our own story, not someone else ’s. One of hismemorable stories was about a conversation he had at an airport with a Frencwoman whose only desire was to be on a plane back to France the week afterSeptember 11, 2001. He boldly proclaimed to her that she would be on the plaeven though the chances of her getting the last seat were practically non -
existent. He had prayed for God to lead him, and believed God prompted him tmake the outrageous claim, which at the last moment before the doors to theplane closed, proved to be true.
This Sunday, in our last sermon in the series on “God’s Invitation,” we’ll look ahow God prompted the first followers of Jesus to share the name of Jesus withothers, and how that led to life-changing commitments and re-ordering ofpriorities. Those “God prompts” resulted in the revolution which today we call tChristian faith and which claims more than 1 billion adherents around the worl
As we move deeper into a post-modern/post-Christian world, we have bothgreater opportunities and greater challenges in presenting the Gospel. Perhapwe see evangelism as so difficult that we only focus on the challenges. I ’ll helpto see the opportunities as well, so that all of us can begin to feel more equippto share our faith with others.
This is also World Communion Sunday, that Sunday when we humbly receivethe Eucharist, the Body and Blood of Christ, with brothers and sisters all arounthe world. Though we know that different churches and denominations all havemany differing beliefs about Holy Communion and how often it should be givewe know that on this one Sunday, we at least partially fulfill Jesus ’ prayer recoed in the Gospel of John, “ that they [meaning “we”] may all be one.” (John17:21). To symbolize the worldwide nature of the church, you will hear other laguages used this Sunday. I hope to see you in one of our two services!
Pastor Jim Todd (jtodd@esumc.
Our Vision:
To challenge and encourage everyonein our congregation to know and fol-low Christ by:
Growing as disciples through Christ ’steachings
Connecting with one another inChristian community
Serving Christ by serving others
Praising God as we worship Christ
Sunday Services
8:30 a.m. Traditional
10:45 a.m. Contemporary
Discipleship &Sunday School
9:45 a.m.—10:45 a.m.
East Stroudsburg United
Methodist Church
83 S. Courtland St.
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
(570) 421- 3280
www.esumc.net
Rev Dr Max Jao
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Outreach/Opportunities
Stephen Ministry
“ The Lord is good, a refuge in times oftrouble. He cares for those who trust inhim.” Nahum 1:7
Each of us has times when we are lone-ly, grieving, hurt. When we suffer, wecan find comfort through Christ. One of
the ways that He offers his comfort isthrough the care of others who have experienced Hiscomfort in the midst of their sufferings. Stephen Minis-ters are ready to offer this Christ -like care to those inneed. For more information about Stephen Ministry,please contact Peggy Strack at the church, 570-421-
3280 ext. 1023.
Members of ESUMC who are no longer able toattend church, always enjoy hearing from you! Cardsand notes of encouragement may be sent to: Frank andMary Barnes, 945 Mt. Zion Rd., Stroudsburg, Pa. 18360.
Farewell, Trudy!
Gertrude Blitz will soon be moving to Nevadato live with her daughter. Trudy has been anactive member of ESUMC since 1948! Sheparticipated in the Davis Sunday School classand helped count the church offering for overten years. Thank you, Trudy for your faithful
service! May God richly bless you as you begin a newchapter in your life! Cards may be sent to Trudy Blitz at351Inverness Ave., Pahrump, NV 89048.
Discipleship For Youth and Adults
Here is a great lineup for the first part of the Fall; sevenopportunities for you to deepen your faith: The Stine class, using a study on the Book of Acts.
Meets in Rm. 10, downstairs in the main building. The Brown/Rosenberger class, using a study on
prayer. Meets in Rms. 8-9, downstairs in main building. Women’s Study Group, Discovering God's Will for
Your Life, from Women of Faith. Meets in Choir Room,downstairs in main building.
Tim Malefyt leads Life, Money, Legacy by Dave Ram-sey. Meets in office building, Conference Room on 1stFloor.
Cathy Saunders leads Believe as Jesus Believed; theTransformed Mind . Meets in office building, StephenMinistry Room, 2nd floor.
Sharon Hachtman leads, Face to Face, Meets in “Men’sClassroom” off of Oberholtzer Hall.
Bob Hachtman leads a study for leaders of CATCH ,Meets in Bridal Lounge off of Oberholtzer Hall.
Since classes have already started, there is no need to signup: just find the class you want to attend and go! Everyone will
be accommodated!
Planting Seeds for Ministry Growis an annual training at HopeweUnited Methodist church nearDowningtown. This year ’s evenscheduled for Saturday, Novem7, 2015, from 1:30-6:30 pm. Ttheme this year is A ForceOUTSIDE the Fortress, which whelp train, empower, and inspirGod’s people to step beyond thfortress of the church building afully deploy the mission of Jesuinto the world.
Keynote speaker this year is TheRev. Mike Slaughter , leadpastor of Ginghamsburg UMC inOhio. Since his appointment tothat church in 1979, Mike has ledthe congregation in attendancefrom 90 to almost 5000. A leadingfigure in the missional churchmovement, his Sudan Projectinitiative has invested over $6.1million in Darfur since 2005. Hehas written numerous books, including Christmas is Not YourBirthday, which encourage allChristians to be in mission to ahurting world.
Detailed information about this 12th Annual Planting Seeds fMinistry Growth event, including ministry workshop descriptischedule, and registration, is available athttp://www.hopewellumc.org/planting-seeds. A print-and-maregistration form is available there as well. Please don’t delaregistering. Seating and workshop slots are limited. We hophave a good representation from ESUMC, and Pastor Jim oScott will be driving one of our church vans for all who wouldlike to go. We will leave at 11:30 a.m. (pack a bag lunch) andreturn by about 8:30 p.m. Please let them know you are regitered so that we have an accurate count for the van.
Childcare will be provided. Please kindly RSby November 1st if you are able to attend
along with the ages of children for childcaCost of retreat is $10; scholarships availab
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Children’sMinistry News
Children’s WorkshopRotation which startedSeptember 20th
“ JESUS IS SWEET “
Psalms 104:34 Mymeditation of him shallbe sweet: I will be glad
in the Lord.
Please note that classes start in the large groupSunday School area at 10 a.m. and ends at 10:45.Children need to be picked up by a parent/guardian at10:45. Registration for Workshop Rotation will be sentto you via email. Please fill out the registration formpromptly so we can plan accordingly.
The theme of this year ’s workshop rotation is Healing,
Miracles, Compassion and Power
Here are the stories/topics that will be learned:
Four Friends (Luke 5: 17-26) The Widow’s Mite (Mark 12: 38-44) Advent and Christmas (Matthew 1:18-25; 2: 1-12) The Call of Moses - The Burning Bush (Exodus 3:1-15) Moses, Plagues and Passover (Exodus 7: 14-12:32) Easter - Trial and Crucifixion (Luke 19: 28-40; 22:14-
23:56; 24: 1-12) The Resurrection (Matthew 21: 1-11, 27:32-66, and 28: 1
-10)
Children’s Church for Children in Grades K-3
We need 2 volunteers each week. It will begin at about 11a.m. when the children in grades K-3 are dismissed from theContemporary Service and concludes at the end of theservice. Material will be provided to conduct Children’sChurch. Please pray and think about volunteering for thisimportant ministry. Email Pam O’Brien [email protected].
Open Positions at ESUMC
Due to the recent restructuring of our music ministryand a staff resignation, we have some open positionsfor the congregation to consider. These are positionswhich can be either paid or volunteer, and you are
welcome to share them with your friends who may beinterested and qualified. They are: Director of BellChoirs and Chimers, Director of Chancel andChildren’s Choirs, and Director of Children’s Ministries.Please see or contact Jill Malefyt for more information:
Opportunities/News
Christ Servant Ministries
Basic Course*
Faith UMC
1160 Clause Drive,
Stroudsburg, PA 18360 Instructor: Judy Ehninger Registration Fee: $35
December 11, 2015: 7 – 10 pm – Part 1
December 12: 8 am-3 pm – Parts 2 & 3 (brown baglunch)
PREREQUISITES:
1 - Desire to serve Christ
2 - Committed to witnessing through church and communityleadership, caregiving ministries, and spoken communica-
tion
3 - Willing to improve skills by training for service
4 - Committed to study of the Bible and the power of prayer,
5 - Written approval from local Pastor
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REGISTRATION FORM
Christ Servant Ministers – Basic Course
D e c e m b e r 1 1
Name ______________________ Phone _______________
Street Address ___________________________________City, State, Zip _______________ E-mail ______________
Church East Stroudsburg UMC District ___ Northeast ____
Please mail completed form & check for $35 to:
George Hollich, Conference Director 212 West Orchard Drive
Palmyra, PA 17078
For more information call George at:717-838-2812 or E-mail: [email protected]
*The CSM Basic Course needs between 12 and 20
participants to insure a meaningful experience.Courses not meeting these participation levels may becancelled or split into multiple courses. Uponcompletion of the CSM Basic Course, an individual isrecognized as a Local Church Servant. Completion oan additional 10 hours of approved training is neededfor recognition as a Christ Servant Minister .
Registrations are confirmed based upon the date pament is received. Checks can be made payable George Hollich, CSM Director . To allow time fmailing of homework materials and adequate time prepare, completed registrations & checks must be
ceived by Nov. 27, 2015.
On your way to the Organ Concert onOctober 18, stop by StroudsburgUMC on Main St. to get your carwashed by members of our PoconoMission Connexion. We are supportingPocono Plateau in their purchase of anew truck. Car wash runs from 12:30-
3:00 pm; cost is whatever you donate.
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Staff Contact Information Main Office: 570-421-3280
Pastor: Jim Todd [email protected] 1014
Secretary: Maria Ragonese [email protected] 1010
Congregational Care: Peggy Strack [email protected] 1023
Youth Ministry: Scott Kuhnle [email protected] 1013
Children’s Ministry: Pam O’Brien [email protected] 1017
Technology Support: Michael Corey [email protected] 1012
Finances: Sue Mertz [email protected] 1015
Financial Secretary: Cyndie Faunce [email protected] 1025
Maintenance: William Mack [email protected] 1018
Organist/Trad. Worship: Pauline Fox [email protected] ---
Contemporary Worship: Doug Malefyt [email protected] —
Audio-visuals: Joe Dorsch [email protected] ---
Fellowship Hall Kitchen 1030
Church (Inside Breezeway) 1031
On Saturday, October 3, 2015 the PregnancyResource Center of the Poconos will be hold
its annual Walk for Life—a fundraiser for the centhat helps many facing crisis pregnancies. It is awonderful opportunity to take a stand for life withother churches in the area and support the minis Anyone can participate! You may call Lori at 90362-1688 for more information.
October 18, 3:00 pm – Organ Concert byChristopher Johnson
of NYC with sacred, classic, and Broadwaystyles, plus our own bell ringers, sax, timpani,and piano. Fine Art Exhibit all day by artists ofour congregation. Open to the public, free,with reception to follow. To be a greeter, do-nate refreshments, help set up or clean up,contact Pauline Fox at [email protected].
More details at.http://www.esumc.net/organ-events/.
UMW Events: All women of the churchare invited to all UMWmeetings and events. ThNortheast District meetinwill be Oct 3 at PoconoLake UMC FROM 9-
2. Linda Drake will speaabout her Thailand miss
trip. November 10th will be the Thank Offeringmeeting at 9 a.m. in the Bridal Lounge. Dec 11 will be set up for Breakfast with St Nichowhich is Dec 12. We hope to see many of you.Questions? Please contact Linda Drake at 570-
856-9395.
The altar flowers aresponsored by individuals inhonor or celebration of a lovone living or deceased, andwell are given to the Glory o
God.
Starting in October, thcost of Altar Flowers will in-crease from $15.00 per vas
to $25.00. You can still sponsor one or two ar-rangements, as you wish. There will also be a nprocedure for ordering flowers. A list will be submted to the Florist on a monthly basis, so if you areordering flowers for November, the cut-off willbe October 30th. You can place and order by cathe church office with your request or sending anemail to Maria at [email protected] or MiCorey at [email protected]. On the weekswhere no one is sponsoring flowers, our beautifusilk arrangements will adorn the Altar. Many tha
for your cooperation in this transition.
Calling All Artists! Come share your fine art pieces inour annual art exhibition onSunday, October 18, 2015.Share the beauty and light of your creations in
Fellowship Hall from 9:00 a.m.-
5:00 p.m. Inconjunction with the Organ Concert Series, our finart exhibition will allow our church family, as well ageneral public, the opportunity to appreciate yourtalent. If you would like to exhibit a painting, drawisculpture, needlework, photography or other fine apiece, please contact Liz Green at [email protected] or Pauline Fox: [email protected]