Green Pond
4411 Green Pond Road
Easton, PA 18045
(610) 253-2731
office@greenpondumc.com
United Methodist Church
Weekly eNews
We are back open for services! Sunday mornings at 10 AM!
Drive in Services still ongoing as an option at 10 AM in church parking lot; 87.9 FM
Video Sermons/Live-streams still available on Home page Sunday mornings
Attendance
March 19 -- 72
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Community Blog
Kid Worship
Ways to Keep in Touch with
your Church Family
Announcements
Spiritual Nourishment for the Week
Community Blog
Ways to Keep In Touch With Your Church Family
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Call Your Friends: Groups and phone chains aside, we also encourage everyone to take this time to check in with your friends and families. As many engage in social distancing for safety, it's more important than ever to reach out! Call, text, email, send a letter...anything will do to let those you love know you're thinking of them.
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Online Sermons: Sermons will be recorded (now in VIDEO format) and posted on our Home page. So, each Sunday morning you can tune in there to hear the newest message! Previous sermons from the last couple weeks will be archived on our Worship page if you miss one.
Kid & Teen Worship
GREEN POND UMC LEADERSHIP
Senior Pastor:
The Rev. Barbara S. Lee
610-253-2883
pastorbarbara@greenpondumc.com
Associate Pastor:
Micah Gary-Fryer
1812 Blush Drive,
Easton, PA 18045
732-742-7752
Youth Coordinator:
Megan Schaeffer
610-253-2731
childministry@greenpondumc.com
Council Chair & Acting Finance Chair:
Matt Matulewicz
1401 Jeffrey Lane
Easton, PA 18045
610-703-4352
Office Administrative Professional & Treasurer:
Helen Boddy
610-253-2731
Financial Advisor:
Brad Schaeffer
610-438-4664
schaefferfinancialandtax@yahoo.com
SPRC Chair:
Diana Gerbino
Easton, PA 18045
610-751-4744
Trustees Chair:
Derrick Willoughby
917-843-9201
Lay Leader:
Maxine Willoughby
800 Fanning Mill Rd.
Stewartsville, NJ 08886
908-859-4844
Sexton:
Linda Klump
Kid and Teen Worship has resumed! All kids in grades K – 12 are invited to join us this March for fellowship and worship, kid style. All ages will begin in the sanctuary with their families at 10am. Around 10:15am, the kids and teens will be dismissed from the service to attend Kid & Teen Worship for age-appropriate activities and discussion. Kid Worship is ideal for students in Kindergarten through 5th grade. Teen Worship is designed for students in grades 6 through 12. Invite a friend!
EAC Committee Members Wanted: by Alex Konya
The Educational Assistance Committee is looking for people interested in helping our youth. The Committee started in the 1970’s at First UMC of Easton when the members of the Wesley Class decided to help students from the church with their higher education expenses. To-date, we have helped 48 church members by lending over $98,000 in interest-free loans. Loans can be used for college, vocational or technical school classes.
In addition to the loan program, the Committee also grants the Jack H. LaFever Memorial Achievement Award, a scholarship given to a deserving member of Green Pond UMC who is graduating from high school. The Award has grown from $100 at its inception to $1,000 annually. We have awarded 31 Memorial scholarships, totaling almost $25,000. The LaFever Fund has also been used to help the church’s youth group.
The Committee usually meets once a year, in May, to discuss our finances and discuss/vote upon loan and Award applications. If you are interested in serving Green Pond and helping its youth, please contact Alex Konya at 610-354-2234 or alexander.s.konya@lmco.com to discuss.
EAC Announcements: by Alex Konya
Attention Graduating High School Seniors:
If you are a graduating high school senior and an active member of the church, you may apply for the Jack H. LaFever Memorial Achievement Award. Jack was a life-long member of First UMC who died in a car accident in 1986, at the age of 23. An applicant for this Award must be an active church member. Selection is based on church and community service, scholastic achievement and extra-curricular activities. You do not have to be considering post high school education to be eligible for the Award. Applications may be picked up in the church office or from Alex Konya (alexander.s.konya@lmco.com) and must be returned to the church office no later than April 15th, 2023.
Attention Post High School Students:
Church members planning to enroll or continue in college, vocational or technical school, or those who are currently enrolled, and need help with the cost of furthering their education, should apply for an interest-free loan from the church's Educational Assistance Fund. Loans are based on the availability of funds and must be repaid in full. An applicant for this loan must be an active church member. Applications may be picked up in the church office or from Alex Konya (alexander.s.konya@lmco.com) and must be returned to the church office no later than April 15th, 2023.
Easter Egg Hunt: Our annual community Easter Egg Hunt will return this season! It will be held on our lawn on Saturday, April 8 between 10am – 12pm. The Easter Egg Hunt is for children ages 2 – 10 years. Registration is required and may be completed online: https://greenpondumc.breezechms.com/form/77be5d13
Different from prior years, we will not have a group start time. Instead, families may arrive at any time between 10am and 12pm. Kids will be allowed to find a set number of eggs. You may also enjoy our Gospel Train Club model trains and a photo opportunity with the Easter Bunny. Invite your friends!
Family Game Night: by Megan Schaeffer
Friday, March 24 at 7pm join the children and youth ministry for a fun game night with your family and friends! Bring a favorite game from home or try something new from our collection! We will meet in the church lobby. Friends welcome! Please RSVP to Jen Biddle (jenbiddle@greenpondumc.com) or Megan Schaeffer (childministry@greenpondumc.com).
Announcements
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Online Giving/Giving by Mail Reminder: A reminder that you can give online through the Giving page of our website! If you've been curious, now may be a perfect time to try it out. If you need help or have questions, simply contact the office and we will have our Financial Secretary, Suzie Eaton, get in touch and help you out. Click here to give online! Or, you can mail your giving envelopes/checks in to the church! We are checking the mail regularly, and making sure deposits happen as needed.
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Prayer Chain Update: If you are interested in joining the prayer chain, you can sign up on the sheet in the lobby.
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Drive in Services: Sundays at 10 AM in the church parking lot. Tune your radio to 87.9 FM! These remain an option for those who may not feel comfortable coming into the building yet.
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Pancake Mix and Syrup Collection: We have resumed collecting pancake mix and syrup for our Missions work. There will be a box you can place donations in at our drive in service on Sundays. If you cannot find it, you can ask one of our ushers working at the service to point it out for you. Thank you to all who have donated so far!
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Need Help with Errands?: For those in need of help with errands and such in these times (grocery shopping, etc.), Barbi Oakley has offered to help out. If you need help, give her a call at 610-905-9638!
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Project of Easton Food Bank: Any donations should be made directly to the Food Bank at 320 Ferry Street, Easton, PA. Tuesdays are the best drop off days.
