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
Discipleship Groups 9:45 am

August 7, 2016

Is God calling you to

become a Care Giver?

Does His Spirit tug at your heart

when you know others are
suffering? Is it your time to begin
training to become a Stephen
Minister?
A Stephen Ministry table will be in
Fellowship Hall on Sundays Aug.
7, 14 & 21. Stop by to review the
training materials, and speak with
a Stephen Minister or Stephen Leader. They will be
happy to answer your questions and share how Stephen
Ministry has changed their lives as they have served the
Lord through this ministry.
Training begins on Wednesday, Sept.14 from 6:45-9:15
p.m.
Pick up an application and job description and
prayerfully consider beginning this journey of service for
our Lord!

Pastors Corner
In the next few weeks, our recent high school graduates who are going on to higher
education will make their way to their new college homes. This is an exciting, though
slightly scary time for them, and I know we will keep all of them in our prayers.
Meanwhile, the rest of our younger children and youth are enjoying their last few weeks of
summer and preparing to return to elementary, middle, junior high, and senior high
schools throughout the area. We will certainly pray for them and their parents as well!
Since August is a big month for vacation, I want to provide a reminder to all members and
friends of the church that we have an amazing treasure trove of Christian videos available
to everyone who wants them, 24/7/365. They will not cost you a thing, though there is a monthly bill to the
church to enable each of you to have access to these videos. I'm talking about RightNow Media, which has
been described as "the Netflix of Christian video." That's a fair description, because there are more than
10,000 videos available for anyone who has an internet connection. I have personally found this to be an
incredibly valuable resource for my study of the Bible and leadership in discipleship classes and our
weekly staff meetings. I have watched these videos on my cellphone, tablet, laptop computer and even the
smart TV in the parsonage kitchen; such is the versatility of this online resource.
Parents have especially enjoyed having access to the videos in their cars if they have video systems, so
that the children can be occupied learning more about the Christian faith on the road. If you are new to the
church you may not have heard of this resource, so please know this is available immediately to you and
your family. You will need a login account, and this is easy to get. Please send an email to our "tech guy"
Mike Corey (mcorey@esumc.net), and Mike will be glad to get you set up. Then enjoy thousands of hours
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of Bible study, seminars, series based on particular themes, funny videos and more. You may even get an idea
about a short-term class you'd like to lead in the fall where you can show a video and then have a discussion.
I have appreciated the video series put together by Rev. Tony Evans that a group of us has been viewing and
discussing the past few weeks on Christian unity in a time when our country has been dealing with issues of race
and culture. Please try it out, and you won't be disappointed!
This Sunday, August 7, will feature my final sermon on a movie theme this summer. The movie, shown last
Sunday night to more than 30 people, is Chariots of Fire. It's the incredible true story of a young man who stands
up for his Christian faith at the 1924 Olympic Games in Paris and then goes on to become a missionary to the
Chinese. Please come and hear a little of Eric Liddell's story as we focus on Isaiah 40. Why Isaiah 40? It was the
scripture Eric preached on during the Olympics as he spoke in a Scotch Presbyterian congregation in Paris. I hope
to see you on Sunday!
Pastor Jim
Most of you have seen the occasional brief "Changing Lives" videos featuring someone,
typically a church member, telling how God has used ESUMC to change their life. You've seen
videos of youth who found faith, members telling about serving others and receiving support
from the church. One video is of a member who was called to ministry. What's YOUR story?
Please contact Robin Braun (arbymail@yahoo.com) if you would be willing to spend a half hour
taping a video about how God has used ESUMC to impact your life. It is much easier than you think. Please don't let
modesty prevent you from providing an encouraging message.

Read the Bible in a Year

Online Giving

Did you know that ESUMC

offers easy, safe, and
I doubt very much that any of us would
practical online giving
disagree. Today we live in a broken world. As I
opportunities? Go to our
read the news and discover what is happening
website, www.esumc.net, and
in our communities and around the globe, I believe trouble is a
click on "Online Giving." You will be led through
reality. Its going to happen. And so its no surprise when we read the
a few short screens to allow you to give
words of Jesus in the Gospel of John: In this world you will have
electronically through a credit or debit card,
trouble. But then he goes on to say: Take heart because I have
savings account, or checking account. Text
overcome this world (John 16:33).
giving will be coming soon. Also, if you want to
So what are we to do in order to stay focused and strong in our
set up a more permanent withdrawal from your
faith? I believe this happens through our prayer life, as well as when
account, you can do that through our Financial
we dive in and study the scriptures.
Secretary's office with a simple form. Please
With the Presidential elections being just three months away, I
email Cyndie Faunce (cfaunce@esumc.net) for
am reminded of a video by Ronald Reagan concerning prayer and
more information. Cyndie will offer
scripture. It was powerful in the way that he linked the importance of
documentation for every gift given, no matter
prayer that was held by the founding fathers and the resulting
what the process.
establishment of freedom for the new nation. At the end of his
Mary Lou Kear is receiving therapy at
speech he made another important link, this time to scripture. He
quoted 2 Chronicles 7:14. If my people, who are called by my name, Pleasant Valley Manor. Cards may be sent
to her:
will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from
their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their Mary Lou Kear
Pleasant Valley Manor
sin and will heal their land.
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Can we do this? Can we read scripture, link it to prayer and come Stroudsburg, Pa. 18360
to God with opened arms, heads bowed; with open minds and hearts
ready to receive Gods love? Doesnt scripture tell us that in the
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through even the most difficult times? And when we walk with him,
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remaining connected through prayer and in scripture we find a
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deeper, fuller and richer meaning to our lives.
and return to an usher after use.
So my friends pray and be encouraged and read on. 2
Pastor Bob

Healthcare Equipment available:

Canes, crutches, walkers, adult potty chairs,
shower stools, Depends and more!

New DirectoriesWe Strive for

Accuracy!

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.

If you have children that are going to or

currently attending college, please notify
the church office with the following
information:
Student Name
College/University Name
Student address at college
Student Phone
Be sure to keep us updated with current
information, so that we may continue our
college ministry. Throughout the year

The Membership & Evangelism Team

and the office staff are working hard to
accurately update our church directory
roster. Directory print-outs are found
alphabetically on tables in Oberholtzer Hall. Please take a moment
on Sunday August 7 or 14 to find your family listing and check the
information for accuracy. If all is correct, please write OK by your
listing. If corrections need to be made, please do so on the sheet.
Thank you for your help!

ExtendedLast SessionThis Sunday

Mid-Summer StudyONENESS EMBRACED
The study will meet in classroom B off of Oberholtzer Hall
(also known as the Bridal Lounge) from 9:45 am to 10:35 am

Youth Ministry CornerSr. High Mission Trip

Read the Bible in a Year

2171 Chronicles 19, 1 Chronicles 20,

1 Chronicles 21, 1 Corinthians 1:18-31,
1 Corinthians 2:1-5, Psalm 91:1-8
2181 Chronicles 22, 1 Chronicles 23,
1 Corinthians 2:6-16, Psalm 91:9-16
2191 Chronicles 24, 1 Chronicles 25,
1 Chronicles 26:1-19, 1 Corinthians 3,
Psalm 92:1-15
2201 Chronicles 26:20-32, 1 Chronicles 27,
1 Corinthians 4, Proverbs 19:13-22
2211 Chronicles 28, 1 Chronicles 29,
1 Corinthians 5, Psalm 93:1-5
2222 Chronicles 1:1-17, 1 Corinthians 6,
Psalm 94:1-11
223Ecclesiastes 1, Ecclesiastes 2,
Ecclesiastes 3:1-22, 1 Corinthians 7:1-16,
Psalm 94:12-23
224Ecclesiastes 4, Ecclesiastes 5,
Ecclesiastes 6, 1 Corinthians 7:17-35,
Proverbs 19:23-29, Proverbs 20:1-4
225Ecclesiastes 7, Ecclesiastes 8,
Ecclesiastes 9:1-12, 1 Corinthians 7:36-40,
1 Corinthians 8:1-13, Psalm 95:1-11
226Ecclesiastes 9:13-18, Ecclesiastes 10,
Ecclesiastes 11, Ecclesiastes 12,
1 Corinthians 9:1-18, Psalm 96:1-13
2272 Chronicles 2, 2 Chronicles 3,
2 Chronicles 4, 2 Chronicles 5:1,
1 Corinthians 9:19-27, 1 Corinthians 10:1-13,
Psalm 97:1-12
2282 Chronicles 5:2-14, 2 Chronicles 6,
2 Chronicles 7:1-10, 1 Corinthians 10:14-33,
1 Corinthians 11:1, Proverbs 20:5-14
2292 Chronicles 7:11-22, 2 Chronicles 8,
2 Chronicles 9, 1 Corinthians 11:2-34,
Psalm 98:1-9

To Our Church Family

Thank you to all for your friendship and prayers
throughout our 50 years as members of this
church. We were grateful for the visits and care
from Peggy Strack and the gifts and visits at
holiday times during these last four years when Bob was homebound
before his death in July. You have been a blessing to us.
Judy Williamson and family
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Events

Contact Us
UMW August Dollar Challenge is school
supplies. Place in UMW Donation Bin in
Oberholtzer Hall.

SWAT (Serving with a Team ) will meet on

Monday, August 29th, in Fellowship Hall at 9:00

a.m. to Noon. We will be performing various
projects around the church buildings and
property. Please come and help the team keep
our church well maintained.

Secretary
Maria Ragonese
mragonese@esumc.net
Ext. 1010

The meeting of the OKs will not be held this

month due to low attendance the past two
months.
See you in the fall. Thanks, Erma
Due to a diminishing lack of participation and
with busy summer schedules, we are
cancelling Hikes until September.
See you in September, Bob.
Community Dinner

Served every Monday in Fellowship Hall at 4:30

p.m. Please come and enjoy fellowship and dinner
with friends from around the community.
If interested in helping in this ministry, call the
church office at
(570) 421-3280, or see Ana Price at church on
Sunday.

with their lives. Give to UMCOR U.S. Disaster Response, Advance

#901670 to allow UMCOR to respond to this and other U.S. disasters.
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)

Keep It Simple

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East Stroudsburg United Methodist Church

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

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

Thanks to all members who helped with the West Virginia Flood
Relief. The tools are on their way to help mission workers
perform rebuilding. The dollars are being sent to UMCOR to provide
relief and coordinate efforts toward helping people get back on track

AA: Thursday & Saturday 8:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M.

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

Financial Secretary
Cyndie Faunce
cfaunce@esumc.net
Ext. 1025
Maintenance
William Mack
wmack@esumc.net
Ext. 1018
SextonJude Porter
church@esumc.net
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