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Announcements
Allentown
Band Concert & Park Picnic
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88th Consecutive
Allentown Band Concert
& Park Picnic
New Goshenhoppen Park
Third Street, East Greenville, Pa.
Directions - Click Here
Saturday, September 4, 2010
Park Picnic 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. |
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“Piano in the Park” 4:00 p.m.
- Featuring piano students of Susan Royer
Concert 6:15 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
- Allentown Band
Ala Carte Menu:
Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Turkey BBQ, Baked Beans, Pickled Cabbage, French
Fries, Tomato Salad, Applesauce, Homemade Desserts, Ice Cream & Beverages. |
New
Disciple's Class
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Interested in joining New
Goshenhoppen? Our next New Disciple's
class will be meeting beginning on September 19th.
Click here for more details |
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Worship
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Sunday September 5th 8:00
a.m. worship service in the Sanctuary
9:15 a.m. Sunday School in the Church Park
10:30 a.m. worship service in the Church Park
Starting Sunday September 12th
Both the 8:00 a.m. worship service AND the 10:30
a.m. worship service will be held in the Sanctuary (***with one exception,
noted below). Sunday School will resume in the Christian Education Building. |
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Sunday October 10th
8:00 a.m. worship service in the Sanctuary
9:15 a.m. Sunday School in the Christian Education Building
***10:30 a.m. worship service in the Church Park, with a “pig roast” luncheon in
the dining hall at the conclusion of the service. |
Rehearsal
Dates for the Music Ministry
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Below are the dates and times for the various music
ministries of New Goshenhoppen UCC. For more information, please contact Dan
Tuck. Senior Choir - Starting on Wednesday
September 8 from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The senior choir is open to all adults.
Please meet in the choir room. |
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Cherub Choir - Starting on Wednesday, September 15
from 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The Cherub Choir is for children who like to
sing and are in kindergarten through the 4th grade. Please meet in the choir
room. Chorister Choir - Starting on
Wednesday, September 15 from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The Chorister Choir is for
singers in the 5th grade on up. Please meet in the choir room.
Youth Handbell Choir - Starting on Wednesday,
September 15 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The Youth Handbell Choir is for
young musicians who play an instrument and are in 5th grade on up. Please meet
in the balcony of the Sanctuary.
Goshenhoppen Ringers - Starting on Thursday,
September 23 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Goshenhoppen Ringers is open to all
adults. Please meet in the balcony of the Sanctuary. |
Christianity 010 - Fall Session
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Documentaries and Doctrine
Once again adults will have an opportunity to take a mini
course with Rev. Clemens to help us stretch our imaginations and deepen our
understanding of our faith. The fall course will begin on Thursday, September 16
and run each Thursday evening through November 18.
Classes begin at 6:30 p.m. and will be held in the
Heidelberg Room. This session is entitled Documentaries and Doctrine.
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We will be viewing five different documentary videos over
the ten week course. Each video raises a different question about our life and
culture. After watching segments of the films, we will debate and discuss the
issues with the help of scriptural references.
Some of the themes are gripping, some surprising,
all are thought provoking. Listed below are the videos we will be watching and a
summary of each. With this schedule, you may wish to gather some thoughts in
advance or just come and participate. Registration for the course is requested.
Call the Church Office at 215-679-2041 to reserve your space.
Cost for the class $10.00, popcorn included.
September 16 & 23 Wal –Mart: the high cost of low price
Everyone has seen Wal-Mart’s lavish television commercials, but have you ever
wondered why Wal-Mart spends so much money convincing you it cares about your
family, your community, and even its own employees? What is it hiding? This film
takes us behind the glitz and into the real lives of workers and their families,
business owners and their communities, in an extraordinary journey that will
challenge the way you think, feel, and shop.
September 30 & October 7 Bowling for Columbine
This film explores what Michael Moore suggests are the causes of the Columbine
High School massacre and other acts of violence with guns. Moore focuses on
the background and environment in which the massacre took place and some common
public opinions and assumptions about related issues. The film looks into the
nature of violence in the United States. In discussions with various people –
including South Park co-creator Matt Stone, Charlton Heston (former NRA
president), and Marilyn Manson, Moore seeks to explain why the Columbine
massacre occurred and why the United States has a high crime rate.
October 14 & 21 Food, Inc.
Food, Inc. lifts the veil on our nation’s food industry, exposing how our
nation’s food supply is now controlled by a handful of corporations that often
put profit ahead of consumer health, the livelihood of the American farmer, the
safety of workers and our own environment. Food, Inc. reveals surprising – and
often shocking truths – about what we eat, how it’s produced, and who we have
become as a nation.
October 28 & November 4 Friends of God: A Road Trip
In this slice-of-life exploration, Alexandra Pelosi travels the red states to
meet a dizzying array of open and forthright evangelicals, representing a broad
sampling of the community. Her up-close and personal encounters range from Joel
Osteen to
pastor Ted Haggard to Jerry Falwell himself. Evangelical Christians living in
America today have become a formidable force in our culture and democracy.
Travel across the heartland through this video to learn more about what their
influence may mean for the future of the country.
November 11 & 18 Guns, Germs, and Steel
Based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning best seller by Jared Diamond, Guns, Germs,
and Steel explores the fascinating connections between geography, technology,
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global human development. This extraordinary series spans 13,000 years of
struggle and conquest. From early social and agricultural innovations, to the
role of weapons and disease, to the modern interplay of geography and resources,
it’s a gripping, sometimes controversial detective story revealing how human
history may have been shaped by our access to “guns, germs, and steel.” |
Get Your
Snow Cones!
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On Saturday September 11th, the Friendship Committee will be hosting the
snow cone tent once again, at this year's Community Days event. The event runs
from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. or when our supplies are exhausted. Over the
past few years, we have handed out, free of cost, more than 1000 snow cones each
time. More importantly, along with each snow cone, comes a smile from one of our
members volunteering inside the tent. It is our hope that this simple act, in
itself, will serve to promote our church as a friendly place to visit and
worship. |
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We will again need volunteers to staff the tent for at least
a one hour increment, and we should have at least three volunteers on site each
hour. Families are invited to staff an hour together, as well as friends and
members. For more info and to volunteer please call the Church Office at
215-679-2041 or Scott Fried at 215-679-5159. You may also sign a sheet in the
Church Library, if you wish to volunteer. Also, make
sure you mark your calendars now for “The Pig Roast” on Sunday 10/10/10 in the
Church Park following the 10:30 a.m. worship service. |
Consecration Sunday
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September 12, 2010 - 8:00 a.m.
and 10:30 a.m.
This is the time that we start off a new season together
recommitting ourselves to be covenant partners in Jesus Christ’s ministry.
Everyone who attends, young and old, confirmands and veterans of the faith, will
have the chance to come forward, receive a personal blessing and let oneself be
counted among the witnesses of the truth of God’s power in our time and place.
Our Consecration Sunday speaker will be Reverend James
R. Roth, our own Interim Supply Pastor. Reverend Roth has the unique
opportunity to bring his story to the congregation. Reverend Roth was raised,
confirmed, and married at New Goshenhoppen UCC.
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After retiring from a career as a United Church of Christ
pastor, he has returned to his home church for this interim period.
Come and listen as he shares experiences from his
life and get his perspective on the importance of New Goshenhoppen UCC.
Our theme will be “What’s a New Gosher?” based on the
scripture of 1 Timothy 1:12-17. Please join us at church on September 12
to celebrate Consecration Sunday. Whether you’ve been a regular attendee or
haven’t been to a service in awhile, we are here to welcome you.
Breakfast after 8:00 a.m. service or lunch after 10:30
a.m. service --- Which to attend???
Both meals promise to be delicious, as they will be
provided and served by members of the Stewardship and Finance Committees and the
talented cooks and bakers of our own church family. The Stewardship and Finance
Committees cordially invite you to Fellowship Hall to enjoy a buffet breakfast
following the 8:00 a.m. service or a light lunch following the 10:30 a.m.
service.
Consecration Sunday Faith Commitment Cards
Faith commitment cards will be inserted in the bulletin on Sunday, September
12th at both services. Children will receive an age-appropriate, non-financial
faith commitment card in Sunday School on September 12th. We invite parents to
attend the 10:30 a.m. service with their children as they present and have their
cards blessed; then stay and join us for lunch. |
Holy Land
Tour
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Interested in helping to organize
a trip to the Holy Land in January 2012?
Contact Fred Appold (215-679-5381) or the Church Office
(215-679-2041). |
Breakfast
Mission
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The breakfast mission, helping to serve meals to those in
need, will be held on Sunday, October 10th. Please sign up in the Church
Library.
For more details, click
here or feel free to contact Greg Dickey with any questions:
via phone at 215.527.3437 or via e-mail at gregd52@comcast.net. |
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Harvest
Home
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On Sunday, September 19, 2010, Harvest Home will be
observed during our worship services. Each day, we give thanks to God for His
provisions that enable our sustenance. However, it
is on this Sunday that we ask members to remember those who may not be as
fortunate as we. Would you please donate non-perishable food items in order for
the food pantry to be well stocked to help feed those in need? |
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Those in need may be anyone---not just church members,
but ALL members of God’s earth. If you wish, you may bring donations of
food anytime before Sunday, September 19th or you may bring them when you come
to worship on September 19th. Please do what is convenient for you. We ask that
you place your donations in the Church Library.
Please mark the bags or boxes with the words, FOOD PANTRY or HEALTH
AND WELFARE. (If it is your desire, you may donate food at any time during the
year.) In years past, members have donated gift cards from local grocery
stores. The gift cards are then distributed to families in need; this way, the
families are able to purchase fresh produce and perishable items, such as meat,
fresh fruits and vegetables, and dairy products. Of
a special note: Would you kindly check expiration dates on the packages and cans
that you donate? Please…….only donate items that are not expired. Your
cooperation is appreciated and we thank you. ~ The Health and Welfare Committee |
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At times, many of us may need help with various aspects of
our lives. If you or someone you know needs help with providing food on the
table, please know that the food pantry at New Goshenhoppen UCC is there to help
you with those needs.
Please contract the Church Office at 215-679-2041 or Nonna
Stankunas at 484-
624-5562 if you need assistance in this area. |
Picnic with
the Pastor
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Picnic With the Pastor will be held on Thursday,
September 23 at 12 noon in the Church Park.
Please bring a sandwich, salad, a beverage and enjoy some
informal conversation with Reverend Clemens.
You set the agenda. We will talk about anything. Try it
out----this is the final opportunity for the 2010 summer. |
Confirmation Class
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The 2010-2011 Confirmation Class will be underway very soon. This
class is for youth who are either 14 years of age or entering ninth grade this
September.
This is a one year course with mandatory attendance. Class sessions are at
9:15 a.m. Sunday mornings and on Wednesday nights from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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There will also be required attendance at our Sunday morning
worship services, at special worship services, and at a retreat. We are also
planning special mission /outreach projects in which the student is required to
participate. An important orientation session will
be held on Wednesday, September 8, 2010, at 7:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall.
Attendance at this orientation session is required for both the student and at
least one parent, preferably both parents, in order to be enrolled.
Classes will begin Sunday, September 12, 2010, at which
time students will consecrate themselves to the year’s program. The Rite of
Confirmation will be celebrated on Pentecost Sunday, June 12, 2011. |
The Older
and Wiser Luncheon (OWL)
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Can you believe it, another year has rolled around and it is time for us
Older and Wiser persons (70 and older) to get together and celebrate!
Tuesday, September 14, 2010, is the date to circle on your calendar for a
great luncheon with entertainment, fun, and laughter as we greet one another in
our wonderful Fellowship Hall. |
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The schedule of events is as follows:
ARRIVAL 11:30 a.m.
WELCOME & BLESSING 12:00 p.m.
HYMN SING 12:05 p.m.
LUNCH SERVED AT TABLES 12:30 p.m.
ENTERTAINMENT 1:15 p.m.
BENEDICTION 2:00 p.m.
The sacrament of Holy Communion will be offered for those
able to stay after the benediction.
Our friends from PHOEBE MINISTRIES AND WYNCOTE CHURCH
HOMES are really looking forward to being with the members of our congregation.
Come enjoy, bring a friend along – they do not have to be a member of our
church. We are celebrating being older and wiser on this day. Need a ride? Just
call the church office (215-679-2041), and we will make sure you are picked up.
R.S.V.P. to Bev Farkas at 215-679-4309 or Nancy Grim at
610-845-7171 by Thursday, September 9, 2010. |
Sunday
School's Back in the Swing of Things!
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Beginning Sunday, September 12th, the Sunday School will be back in the
Christian Education Building for the 2010-2011 season.
Every Sunday from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m., students of all ages (children
and adults) will be back in the classrooms. |
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A special all-together time will begin the hour so that
everyone can be “promoted,” meet their new teachers, and celebrate. We will also
be
honoring Beverly Fox
for her years of service as the Music Director of
the holiday programs. In addition, we will be starting our annual mission
project for Neighbors In Need.
The next Sunday, September 19th, the students will
help the Harvest Home project by bringing in canned goods and other
supplies for the Food Pantry, and Sunday, September 26th is "Christian
Education Day!" Mark your calendars, because this will be the day that the
students will get to celebrate “Completing the Sheep” (making their attendance
goal) by having a pizza party. The Sunday School
will host this party with drinks and different types of pizza in the kitchen of
Fellowship Hall, following the 10:30 a.m. worship service.
All Christian Education volunteers will also be honored
and commissioned on this day in worship, as well as Bibles being presented to
the Fourth Grade Class.
During the Sunday School hour, students and teachers who achieved perfect
attendance will receive a gift and certificate, so don't miss this wonderful
opportunity to show your gratitude and appreciation.
*Another important note: Sunday, October 3rd will be the
re-scheduled VBS Day in the Church Park from 12:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The
theme is "Creation," and there will be 5 different stations for students of all
ages in which to participate. There are games and relay races, a scavenger hunt,
crafts, activities for younger students, painting bird houses, and much more.
Register your student with Jeanine Roth, D.C.E. Registration forms can be found
in the Church Office and the Sunday School Office. |
Christian
Parenting Class
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Begins Sunday, September 19, 2010 at 9:15 a.m. and will meet
in the Heidelberg Room. Leader: Dan Rodgers
Come join us for interesting topics and good discussions! |
Organ
Recital
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RECITALIST: Wesley Parrott DATE:
Sunday, October 17, 2010 at 3:00 p.m.
PLACE: New Goshenhoppen UCC
1070 Church Road East Greenville, PA 18041
Mr. Wesley Parrott studied organ at the Curtis Institute
of Music in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He has performed on the Wanamaker organ
at Macy’s and at the Kimmel Center in Philadelphia.
RESERVE THIS DATE TO HEAR AN OUTSTANDING PERFORMER AND
PROGRAM. |
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