THE TRUMPET CALL

East Stroudsburg United Methodist Church

Our Vision
To challenge and encourage everyone in our
congregation to know and follow Christ by:
Growing as disciples through Christs
teachings
Connecting with one another in Christian
community
Serving Christ by serving others
Praising God as we worship Christ

Sunday Services and Studies

Traditional 8:30 am
Contemporary 10:45 am
Sunday School 9:45 am

April 10, 2016

This Is My Story

~Cantata~
This Sunday 8 : 3 0 & 1 0 : 4 5
Hear true stories of Gods help
when people in our church felt
abandoned in pain, in need,
in grief and in tragedy.
And hear music of inspiration and
hope!

Pastors Corner
Thanks for all your well wishes to us for a great vacation, and indeed we had one the
week after Easter in the mountains of Colorado. There was plenty of snow to go downhill
skiing, cross country skiing, and snowshoeing, but of course the best part of it was
reconnecting with our two daughters and their boyfriends.
I was delighted to hear of the excellent job Rich Poole did in the pulpit last Sunday, as did
Linda Kissel in presiding over Holy Communion. One of the best parts of a relaxing
vacation is in knowing you are leaving things in capable hands! What was upsetting upon
our return was hearing about the slates on the south side of the Sanctuary roof coming off
in high winds and damaging the cars of three of our members. By Monday, the roof was fixed and it
appeared that we had moved past the damage, at least to the roof.
Then came the extremely high winds and drenching rains of Thursday afternoon, and we had a whole new
situation on our hands. This time, the winds dug into the slate on the north side of the Sanctuary, and
tossed them up to 200 feet away from the building, all the way to the far edge of the borough parking lot
which adjoins our property. Several more cars were damaged by the slates, and the wind removed almost
one fourth of all the slates on the north side of the Sanctuary. Many of them were driven with great force
into the rubber roofs we have over Oberholtzer Hall and which cover most of our office building next door.
In addition, the wind blew some of the slate pieces into windows which protect our stained glass windows,
and also into the asphalt roof over Fellowship Hall. In short, much damage was done. Fortunately, the
same company which fixed the slate roof on Monday was back again on Thursday and made emergency
repairs. Our insurance company was contacted immediately, and we are praying for quick resolution to our
insurance claim. I solicit each of your prayers for this situation, and want to thank Connie Moyer, Chris
Perfetti, and some of our JAM youth for the quick and efficient clean-up of scattered roof slates on the
property.
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We're looking forward to a GREAT Sunday at ESUMC, as the choir and

other music and drama volunteers offer a "homegrown" cantata. This is
not a generic cantata in a box, but one which weaves together stories
and drama from our own congregation. We're calling it, "This is My
Story," which is a phrase borrowed from the great Fanny Crosby hymn,
Blessed Assurance, and you will not want to miss it!
Also on Sunday, please look for the new discipleship offerings which will
start on April 24. You can sign up this Sunday or next Sunday during our
Wellness Expo which takes place in Fellowship Hall on April 17. One of
the classes will be another New Members Class, so please email me if
you're interested in becoming a member of the church.
Finally, I want to say a word about the $20 Challenge and to keep that in
front of us. I am praying about how each of you will use the $20 you were
given in mid-March. If you were not here that Sunday (March 13), we do
have a few spare $20's to give out. Please call the church office. Some of
you have mentioned that you are making things for the Challenge and
need a venue in which to sell the items. In speaking with some of our
leadership, we thought it would be great to offer one day for you to be
able to do so. It's near the end of the Challenge and just before Mother's
Day: Sunday May 1. Put that date on your calendar, and we'll see what
sort of entrepreneurial spirit God creates among us that day! I'll see you
this Sunday.
Pastor Jim (jtodd@esumc.net)

Read the Bible in a Year

This week as we head into the book of Deuteronomy, we witness the

Hebrew nation beginning its journey across the Jordan River to seek the
Promised Land. And the word that keeps coming to my mind from these
scriptures is faith. Faith, while easy to talk about, is sometimes difficult to
put into action. But we discover within scripture many examples of victory
over trials that were realized only through faith in God.
I believe that in our times, faith is the most underused asset of the
Church. However, there is hope (tons and tons of hope) because when
we read Scripture and pray through it, we activate our faith and this
engages us. It becomes personal, changing who we are and thus, how
we live our daily lives.
One of my favorite scriptures that can guide us into activating our faith
comes from Deuteronomy 6:4-9. Take these words to heart:
Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. Love the Lord your
God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength.
These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts.
Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home
and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get
up. Tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your
foreheads. Write them on the doorframes of your houses and on your
gates.
Moses knew what he was talking about. He struggled as we all do,
with the flaws of our human nature. But undergirding his every effort was
the strong band of faith that held him up, directed his steps, and grew him
into the leader that God knew him to be.
So my question for us today is this: In the challenges that we face in
life how will we put our faith into action?
So my friends read on.
Pastor Bob Hachtman

Stephen Ministry

Hurting?
Think Stephen Ministry! Be
receptive to receiving care should the
need arise. Its not a sign of
weakness to ask for help when
difficult times arise. God created us
not only to give help to others, but
also to receive help when we need it.
Everyone, at some point in their life,
faces difficulties and could benefit
from the care of a Stephen Minister.
Why walk this difficult road alone?
For more information about Stephen
Ministry, for yourself or someone else,
contact Peggy Strack at 570-4213280, ext. 1023.
Members of ESUMC who are unable
to attend church, always enjoy
hearing from you! Cards and notes of
encouragement may be sent to:
Alberta Decker
102 Rosemond Ave.
Stroudsburg, PA 18360
Hearing Assistance
Devices are Here!

ESUMC now owns several hearing

assistance devices which can be worn to
improve your ability to hear our worship
services. Please contact an usher to pick
up your hearing assistance device and
return to an usher after use.
Healthcare Equipment available:
Canes, crutches, walkers, adult potty
chairs, shower stools, Depends and more!
Contact Peggy, 570-421-3280, ext. 1023.

Save the date for VBS

Coming June 20-24 from 9-12
To register go to link below:

Lyric Sheets are available for the 10:45

a.m. Contemporary Service for anyone
who may have trouble seeing the
screens. If you need a packet, please ask
the ushers and they would be happy to
provide you with a copy.

We are in need of a counter.

Two counters meet Monday mornings

from about 9-11 a.m., and work with the
Financial Secretary to count the gifts.
Job Requirements: Honest , good with
basic math skills, ability to maintain
privacy and confidentiality, and able to
commit to this job on a weekly basis.
If interested, contact the office at (570)
421-3280, ext. 1025.
The OKs will meet April 13, at 11:30 a.m.
to have our annual Indoor
Picnic. Hot Dogs and buns
will be provided. Please bring
a Picnic type of food to
share. After lunch, Mike
Corey will present a talk on
various aspects of the use of computers,
including providers, e-Mail, programs,
games, printing etc. If you have any
questions or need advice, this is a chance
to get help. If you are not interested in
computers, we will have bingo in another
room.
Please come and enjoy the meeting.
Thank you, Erma Powell

Read the Bible in a Year

101Deuteronomy 15, Deuteronomy 16:1-20,
Luke 13:31-35, Luke 14:1-14, Psalm 44:1-12
102Deuteronomy 16:21-22, Deuteronomy 17,
Deuteronomy 18, Luke 14:15-35, Psalm 44:13-26
103 Deuteronomy 19, Deuteronomy 20,
Luke 15:1-32, Psalm 45:1-9
104Deuteronomy 21, Deuteronomy 22,
Luke 16:1-18, Proverbs 9:13-18
105Deuteronomy 23, Deuteronomy 24,
Deuteronomy 25:1-19, Luke 16:19-31,
Luke 17:1-10, Psalm 45:10-17
106Deuteronomy 26, Deuteronomy 27,
Deuteronomy 28:1-14, Luke 17:11-37,
Psalm 46:1-11
107Deuteronomy 28:15-68, Luke 18:1-30,
Psalm 47:1-9
108Deuteronomy 29, Deuteronomy 30:1-10,
Luke 18:31-43, Luke 19:1-10, Proverbs 10:1-10
109Deuteronomy 30:11-20,
Deuteronomy 31:1-29, Luke 19:11-44
Psalm 48:1-8
110Deuteronomy 31:30, Deuteronomy 32,
Luke 19:45-48, Luke 20:1-26, Psalm 48:9-14

http://www.esumc.net/vacation-bible-school-2/

Wellness Fair and Expo

A wellness fair and expo will be held Sunday,
April 17, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall.
Wellness professionals and fitness enthusiasts
will provide free information to promote good
health. For information about the possibility of being a vendor, contact
Darleen, 570-460-9160 or leen78@verizon.net.

A letter from M.O.M = Military Outreach Ministry

Dear ESUMC Congregation:
Another holiday has come and gone, as well as spring break.
Spring break; a time for the overworked and overstressed to head to the
beaches of Miami, Cancun, or some other exotic destination to unwind for a
well-deserved mental break.
In today's military, our young men and women gain rank by taking college
courses while at the same time serving our country on beaches like Omaha,
Iwo Jima, Iraq, Afghanistan, etc...
One such brave young man is Alexander Pappalardo, United States Air
Force, son of Lynn and Peter Pappalardo. Alex is currently deployed in the
Middle East, a.k.a. "the sandbox".
I encourage each of you to pray, not only for Alex, but also for all those
around him, and for his family awaiting his safe and long-awaited return
home.
If you have, or know of someone, in the military, and would like to have
them included in this ministry, please contact Randy Johns at
superuncle113@yahoo.com.
We'd like to send Alex a care package on behalf of ESUMC. More
information coming soon.
May God protect Alex as he protects us.
Love - M.O.M.

The next hike will be on Sunday, April 24th. Please meet

at 12:15 in the parking lot. We leave at 12:30
SHARP. (note new times). Please pencil in above date
and commit to this very worthwhile activity.
Any questions, call Bob at (570) 223-7076..

Saturday Night Fellowship Dinner

April 16, 2016Ham dinner5:007:00 p.m.Fellowship Hall

I would like to thank everyone for all the prayers and cards
I received during my very long health problems. Now, after
8 long months I am feeling good. Still under doctors care
but greatly improved.
Thanks again,
Clarice Wilkens
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Events

Contact Us

Suicide Awareness and Prevention

Church Office
(570) 421-3280
church@esumc.net
Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Mon thru Fri
Pastor
Jim Todd
jtodd@esumc.net
Ext. 1014

Panel Discussion and Open Forum

April 11, 2016
10:00 a.m.12:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.
J.T. Lambert Intermediate School
2000 Milford Rd., East Stroudsburg
Parents from all school districts are invited!

SWAT Meeting:

We always try to schedule SWAT on the fourth

Monday of the month, as we do this month, April 25, at 9:00 a.m. Thanks
to all who committed to this worthwhile work around our Church. See you
on the 25th at 9:00 a.m. in the conference room.

MS Walk Pray Pledge - Sunday, May 1st at 12:20 pm

MS Alternative Walk

We will walk from the church to and through

the ESU Campus and return to the church in one hour. Your prayer
support is critical for the success of this endeavor. Please join Toms
Trekies and get a Team T shirt to wear on the walk. Pledge checks should
be made out to NMSS and given to Tom or Kathy Hinkey (570.426.1623)

Church-Wide Clothing Drive for Family Promise

ESUMC is holding a church-wide used clothing drive for Family Promise.
Drop-off dates for clothing are:
Saturday, April 16 and April 23 from 1011:30 a.m. at the church.
When bagging up Clothes for delivery, please use plastic bags no larger
than a tall kitchen garbage bags. Larger ones are too heavy to carry.
For further information and details, please contact
Sharon Gerberich at 570-313-1162. Thank you for your help and support.

United Methodist Women-All women are invited to the following

events: Saturday April 16-District Day Apart in Quakertown-church
MiniVan transportation at 7:30 a.m.

Dollar Challenge - This month, April, spend your dollar on single

serve food items to place in backpacks. Pick your monthly check-off list
on table in narthex or welcome table Contact Linda Drake for more info:
lindadrake49@hotmail.com
Recovery Meetings Available in The Community Room of Office
Building Basement
NA: Monday through Saturday 12:00 P.M. to 1:30 P.M.

Just for Today

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

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East Stroudsburg United Methodist Church

83 S. Courtland St.
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
www.esumc.net

Secretary
Maria Ragonese
mragonese@esumc.net
Ext. 1010
Congregational Care
Peggy Strack
pstrack@esumc.net
Ext. 1023
Youth Ministries
Scott Kuhnle
skuhnle@esumc.net
Ext. 1013
Childrens Ministries
Erica Dorsch
edorsch@esumc.net
Ext. 1017
Finances
Sue Mertz
smertz@esumc.net
Ext. 1015
Financial Secretary
Cyndie Faunce
cfaunce@esumc.net
Ext. 1025
Maintenance
William Mack
wmack@esumc.net
Ext. 1018
Organist/Traditional Music
Pauline Fox
foxes@esumc.net
Contemporary Music
Doug Malefyt
dmalefyt@esumc.net
Audio/Visual
Joe Dorsch
josephdorsch@gmail.com
Technology Support
Michael Corey
mcorey@esumc.net
Ext. 1012