THE TRUMPET CALL

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

East Stroudsburg United Methodist Church Volume III Issue 36 September 3, 2017

The 2017-2018 school year is upon us

Our Vision
To be a Christian community
where Christ is transforming lives
Our goal is to grow Gods way
Upward through worship and prayer
Inward through prayer and bible study
Outward through evangelism, service,
fellowship and stewardship
Sunday Services and Studies
Traditional 8:30 am
Contemporary 10:45 am
Sunday School 9:45 am
Discipleship Groups 9:45 am
and we would like to take a moment
during the 8:30 am and 10:45 am
church services on Sunday,
September 10th to recognize and pray for ALL of students (of
any age), teachers, and staff who will be returning to school.
Please bring your backpack or bag with you to service on
September 10th for a special gift.
Mortgage Burning
Bishop Peggy Johnson, spiritual leader of the
Eastern Pennsylvania Conference of which we
are a part, will join us in celebration on Sunday,
September 24th for a burning of the mortgage on
our building and a special meal after the 10:45
service. Bishop Johnson will preach at both services. This
would be a GREAT DAY to invite friends, neighbors, and
former church members to come to worship with you.

Pastors Corner
Those who are old enough to remember will recall the disturbing events and images of
twelve years ago when New Orleans, Mississippi, and Alabama were devastated by
Hurricane Katrina. Many in our congregation and this area traveled south in the years after
to help in the recovery. Before I came to ESUMC, I made two trips to that area, in 2007 and
2009, to help rebuild. Those were deeply moving and meaningful trips for me, and Im sure
well make plans again to travel to the Houston area for a similar effort in response to the
devastation of Hurricane Harvey.
Already, experts are saying that Harvey will be the most expensive storm our country has ever experienced,
even larger than the damage caused by Katrina. As much as the federal and state governments can do, as
much as the American Red Cross and other human relief organizations can do, we realize that the answer to
full recovery falls to volunteers from faith-based organizations. Long after other organizations and governments
have left behind the devastation of storms such as Katrina and Sandy, the church has still been there. Even
after twelve years, there are still church volunteer groups venturing to New Orleans to complete Katrina
recovery. Several years ago, I heard that the final two church groups still active in New Orleans were the
United Methodist Church and the Presbyterian Church. Society has a very short memory, and very quickly
people turn their attention to other things after disasters, but I believe God has given the church a long memory
and it remembers those who are still in distress around the world.
We turn our thoughts and prayers now to those in eastern Texas; in Houston, Beaumont, Port Arthur, and
other communities devastated by Harvey. What can we do in the short term?

Pray, of course! Pray for the families who have lost loved ones, those who have lost all or most every
possession theyve owned, federal and state leaders who are already making important decisions about aid,
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first responders who have been spending long hours on the water
making rescues, and those preparing to go into devastated
neighborhoods to begin the work of demolition and rebuilding. Some in
our own congregation have family in the Houston area, so there are
people we can pray for by name.
The Stephen Ministry Leadership Team is
Give! Ill say it again: by giving to UMCOR (United Methodist excited to share with ESUMC there will be
Committee on Relief), 100% of our giving to relief for Hurricane Harvey a training class for new Stephen Ministers
will go to the affected area. The reason that nothing is taken out for this year. Classes will be every
administrative expenses is that these are cared for with giving on Wednesday evening from 6:45 to 9:15 pm,
UMCOR Sunday (formerly, One Great Hour of Sharing Sunday in beginning September 20, 2017, continuing
March). UMCOR is already on the ground in Texas providing relief, and through April 2018.
We ask YOU, the congregation to be in
no matter what any other relief organization says, you cant do better prayer for the new Stephen Minister
than 100% of giving to a specified project. When God moves your heart trainees as they have heard and answered
to give, please mark your offering, Hurricane Relief, and well make the Lords calling. Please pray for the
sure it goes to the UMCOR response for Harvey relief. Leadership Team also, as they prepare
themselves to teach each training session.
Work! Our Mission Connexion pastors group met on Wednesday May both trainees and leaders be
and strategized what we could do together as the nine churches which completely open to Gods guiding hand
make up our group. As part of our initial response, wed like to put throughout training, and be BLESSED.
together cleaning buckets (formerly called flood buckets) which can go For more info visit our web page
to Mission Central in Mechanicsburg and then are sent to UMCOR. http://www.esumc.net/stephen-ministry/
These buckets are a huge help to those going in to flooded areas after Or callPeggy Strack
the water has receded. Please find the complete list elsewhere in this (570) 856-2131
Trumpet Call. You can either donate the specific items (well temporarily
collect them in Classroom B off of Oberholtzer), or money to help pay for Please Inform the Office!
them. If you give money, please note cleaning buckets on your giving If you or a member of your family is
so we know to hold the money for these items. If you decide to give admitted to any hospital, please inform
some of the items, please pay careful attention to the instructions, as the church office, 570-421-3280.
items are often rejected because they do not meet the specific Pastor Jim, Bethany Mills, and
requirements. volunteers are happy to visit if we are
aware of the need!
Plan! Im sure well be taking one or more trips to the Houston area to
do week-long work projects. These will probably not begin until after
Christmas, and we will need to be patient. Like Katrina and Sandy relief, Flower Ministry Needs
we will also need to take the long view and realize relief efforts will go on Metal or plastic coffee cans with 3-5
for many years to come. Our mission team will begin planning and will let mouth openings are needed for flower
the congregation know what is being planned for 2018. ministry. Please drop off in the church
office during the week, or at the
There may be other things we can do, and we will let you know as soon Welcome Station on Sundays.
as we have specific information. Though it is Houston which is
dominating the news right now, we must also be in prayer for other
places in our world which are experiencing flooding and devastation. The Members of ESUMC who are no
country of Sierra Leone in west Africa was devastated by a huge longer able to attend church always
mudslide in its largest city, Freetown, several weeks ago. More than appreciate hearing from you. Cards
1000 people were lost in the mudslide. Recently, flooding in Bangladesh may be sent to:
to the east of India has killed more than 1200 people and displaced Thelma Kane
millions more. In both these instances, extreme poverty and lack of 1806 Whedbee Street
resources will hamper recovery efforts, and so I invite us to pray for all of Fort Collins, CO 80525
Gods people, wherever they are in the world. If you have ideas about Thank You!
how to help, please let me or our Missions chair, Pat Braun, know your
thoughts. Hearing Assistance
Labor Day Blessings, Pastor Jim Devices are Here!
ESUMC now owns several hearing
assistance devices which can be worn to
YOUTH NEWS improve your ability to hear our worship
Monday Night Bible Study begins on September 11th services. Please contact an usher to pick
up your hearing assistance device and
JAM begins Thursday, September 14th. return to an usher after use.
Healthcare Equipment available:
PAPERWORK AVAILABLE IN YOUTH ROOM 2
Canes, crutches, walkers, adult potty
Or online a www.esumc.net/youth-ministry-paperwork/ chairs, shower stools, Depends and more!
 Ladies Bible Study
Starts Thursday,
September 7, 2017
In Office Building Conference Room
At 9:30 a.m. till 11:00 a.m.
Come immerse yourself in God's word as
we dive into The End of Me by Kyle
Idleman. This study will help us
understand how to transform from
brokenness to wholeness by embracing
life's adversities. This study is
accompanied with an interactive day by
day journal and RightNow Media videos.
Leave the world behind and come dwell in
His word!
Call the church office with any inquiries
570-421-3280
Act Normal is a thirty-one day
journey through the Book of
Acts. And its invigorating! Each
reading discusses what it means
to live for God and be
empowered by the Holy Spirit.
Through the use of real-life examples, and
the ability to express complex concepts in
everyday language, Scott Wilson helps your
church gain a grasp of the story that runs
through Acts. Wilson gives practical
suggestions for living a biblical life that
honors God. Video sessions are designed to
help you kick off each small group gathering.
You may choose to use these in tandem
with the Study Guide. Act Normal gives you
engaging, informative, and practical
teaching. It helps leaders move compassion
from being a niche activity to becoming the
norm. You can enjoy Act Normal on your
own for personal Bible study and spiritual
growth, but we are presenting it as a
Church-Wide Study.
If YOU are interested in facilitating a group
session, contact the church office at (570)
421-3280.
Sunday, October 8th, 2017, 12-4 p.m.
Youth Group (families and
friends welcome) trip to
Mazeilla, in Saylorsburg.
Cost is $9, spending
money optional. Meet in
the gym after 2nd
Worship with your own lunch. Permission
forms will be available that day. We'll eat
and have a short discussion, then head to
the maze for a fun afternoon.
-Randy Johns
Cleaning Kit Materials for Hurricane Harvey Relief
5-gallon bucket with resealable lid
Buckets from fast-food restaurants or bakeries can be used if washed and
cleaned
Do not use buckets that have stored chemicals such as paint or pool cleaner
Advertisements on the outside are acceptable
Liquid laundry detergent
One 50-oz. or two 25-oz. bottle(s) only
Liquid household cleaner
12-16 oz. liquid cleaner that can be mixed with water
No spray cleaners
Dish soap
16-28 oz. bottle any brand
1 can air freshener
Aerosol or pump
1 insect repellant spray
6-14 oz. aerosol or spray pump with protective cover
1 scrub brush
Plastic or wooden handle
18 cleaning wipes
Handi Wipes or reusable wipes
No terry cleaning towels
Remove from packaging
7 sponges
No cellulose sponges due to mold issues
Remove from wrapper
5 scouring pads
Remove from wrapper
No stainless steel, Brillo pads, or SOS pads (nothing with soap built in)
50 clothespins
Clothesline
One 100-ft. or two 50-ft. lines
Cotton or plastic
24-roll heavy-duty trash bags
33-45-gallon sizes
Remove from the box
5 dust masks
2 pairs kitchen dishwashing gloves
Should be durable enough for multiple uses
Remove from packaging
1 pair work gloves
Cotton with leather palm or all leather
Ingathering
On Saturday, September 23 the United
Methodist Women will go to Moore UMC in
Moorestown for the Annual District Ingathering
meeting. All women are invited. Bring a
sandwich (dessert and beverage provided). For
a ride or more info contact Linda Drake at 570-856-9395.
September Dollar Challenge
Snacks for JAMbags of pretzels ,chips, crackers or cookies.
Dear Friday Zumba Chair Class Participants,
During the summer, I had the opportunity to teach two
Zumba chair classes in Allentown, every Friday. The
classes went very well, and the facilities have both
decided to continue the classes. What that means, is that I will no longer be able to
teach the Chair class on Friday mornings at the Church, and unfortunately, my
schedule is full, and I do not have any other days/times available.
I want to thank all of you for the pleasure of sharing music, laughs and love with you,
and for your constant support during the past few years.......I will miss all of you, and
hope you stay well! If anything changes with my schedule, I will let you know.
3
Fondly, Cheryl Feder
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Contact Us
September 7, Thursday, Choir starts rehearsals
6:30-8:00 Church Office
(570) 421-3280
September 19, Tuesday, Bell choirs start church@esumc.net
Hours: 9am to 3pm
rehearsals: Chimers 5:00 pm, Youth 5:30 pm, Adults 6:30 Monday thru Friday
October 1, Fall Into the Arts, art and photography exhibits, strolling Pastor
musicians 2:00-5:00 pm Jim Todd
jtodd@esumc.net
Christopher Johnson, solo organ concert 3:00-4:00, followed by reception Ext. 1014
Church Administrator
For more details, contact foxes@esumc.net Jill Teaford
jteaford@esumc.net
We will host in September Ext. 1015
Secretary
We will have Family Promise as our guests Maria Ragonese
again September 17th through 24th. mragonese@esumc.net
I know it seems soon again however we had to Ext. 1010
swap our weeks last time because of a conflict with VBS. Please use the Live Doc Congregational Care
to sign up as you are able, for access to Live Doc or any other questions please Bethany Mills
let me know. I look forward to a great week. bmills@esumc.net
Ext. 1023
Blessings, Jenn :) (570) 369-3695
Student Ministries
Scott Kuhnle
skuhnle@esumc.net
Ext. 1013
Childrens Ministries
Erica Dorsch
edorsch@esumc.net
Ext. 1017
Financial Secretary
Marcia Souza
msouza@esumc.net
Ext. 1025
Cub Scout Pack 103 sponsored by ESUMC Maintenance
Pack MeetingSecond Wednesday of Month 6:30 p.m. William Mack
Bear DenMondays at 67:00 P.M. wmack@esumc.net
Tiger DenTuesdays at 68:00 P.M. (except 2nd Tue.) Ext. 1018
Wolf DenWednesdays at 68:00 P.M. (except 2nd Wed.)
Webelos II DenFridays at 68:00 P.M. Sextons
Den Meetings in Youth RoomPack Meeting in Youth Room. Robert LeeWeekday
rlee@esumc.net
For more info call Cub masterMike Greene (973) 229-5641
Bob CoolSunday
Recovery Meetings Available in Organist/Traditional Music
Pauline Fox
The Community Room of Office Building Basement foxes@esumc.net
NA: Monday through Saturday: 12:00pm. - 1:30pm Just for Today Contemporary Music
Wednesday: 6:00pm - 7:30pm New Beginnings (Womens Group) Doug Malefyt
AA: Thursday & Saturday: 8:00pm - 9:00pm Keep It Simple dmalefyt@esumc.net
Saturday: 5:30-6:30pm Sunday: 4:30-6:30pm Serenity House Choir Director
Julie Montes De Oca
choir@esumc.net
Audio/Visual
Scan QR to ESUMC Website
Joe Dorsch
East Stroudsburg United Methodist Church josephdorsch@gmail.com
83 S. Courtland St. Technology Support
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 Michael Corey
mcorey@esumc.net
www.esumc.net 4 Ext. 1012