Participating in Worship Today East Stroudsburg

Ushers and Greeters

8:30 a.m.: Ed & Sue (Capt.) Bommarito, Bob & Bobbie Howes, Cindy
United Methodist Church
Hatton, Alma Brands
9:45 a.m.: Sharmune Burgess (Capt.), John & Kelli Mercurio, Connie Mission: To love Jesus Christ and to share his love.
Moyer, Sandy Oberholtzer Sunday, May 30, 2010
11 a.m.: Rich Strack (Capt.), Jean Eden, Denise Thompson, Janette
Raughley, Bobby Cruse, Denna Perfetti

Acolytes: 11 a.m.: Hanna and Tyler Boback

Children’s Church: Story Hour with Miss Meagan
Church Driver: Sandy Oberholtzer
Altar Flower Delivery for May: Ross & Nancy Transue
Food Bank Volunteers: Don & Grace Paul

Staff Contact Information - Office 570-421-3280

Sr. Pastor Frank Sanders (ext. 14) [email protected]
Associate Pastor-Discipleship Candy Labar (ext. 12) [email protected]
Congregational Care Peggy Strack (ext. 23) [email protected]
Church Administrator Sharmune Burgess (ext.10) [email protected]
Lay-Led Ministries Kelli Oney (ext. 17) [email protected]
Children’s Ministry Sue Randall (ext. 11) [email protected]
Youth Ministry Scott Kuhnle (ext. 13) [email protected]
College-Age Ministry Shannon Burns (ext. 13) [email protected]
Contemporary W orship John Brush (ext. 18) [email protected]
Administrator of Finances Sue Mertz (ext. 15) [email protected]
Financial Secretary Cyndie Faunce (ext. 25) [email protected]
Maintenance John Brush (ext. 18) [email protected]
Sextons Harvey Smith & Sal Lapadula (ext. 16)
Nursery Attendants Ana Price, Megan Bledsoe, Jennessy Hernandez
Music - Organist Pauline Fox [email protected]
Choirs Norm Fox

83 South Courtland Street, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301

Church office email: [email protected]
W ebsite: www.esumc.net
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
570-421-3280
 Weekly News Ministry
The information in this bulletin is a snapshot of weekly activities in Opportunities for Congregational Care and Service to the Church
our church and community. It showcases new events that may not be
present in our monthly newsletter. The Weekly News is also posted It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be
on our website: www.esumc.net along with other news and events. prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors
and teachers, to prepare God's people for works of
If you want your activity to be included, please make your
service, so that the body of Christ may be built up. Ephesians 4:11-12
submissions to the church office before 10 a.m. on Tuesdays.
Submissions can be faxed to 421-0778, emailed to [email protected] In Ephesians 4, Paul talks about pastors and other leaders as gifts God
or brought to the church office. has given the church "to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for
building up the body of Christ." Stephen Ministry gives us an organized
way to equip those gifted for caring ministry in order to build up the
Welcome Visitors! body of Christ by providing Christian care and support to those
experiencing a difficult time.
If this is your first time worshiping with us, we welcome
Beginning Wednesday, September 8 an in-depth training course will be
you. As a church we are committed to Love Jesus Christ
offered for members who desire to become involved in this life
and to Share His Love. We offer three services: 8:30 and
changing ministry. More information will be shared during worship on
11 a.m. are traditional, and 9:45 a.m. is contemporary.
Stephen Ministry Sunday, July 18, and continue each Sunday through
~ Our Welcome Center is located in Oberholtzer Hall, the room next the month of August. You may also contact Peggy Strack at the church
to the sanctuary. Brochures on all our ministries are available there. office at 570-421-3280.
~ Our Holy Grounds Café is a place for light refreshments and coffee The Cook Family who recently lost their home in a fire needs help in
from 8:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. each Sunday in our Fellowship Hall. The moving into a new home within the next few weeks. For information
café provides worshipers with an informal opportunity for fellowship. and/or to volunteer, call Peggy at 421-3280, ext. 23.
~ Our Infant and Toddler Nurseries are available every Sunday from American Cancer Society of Monroe County offers many free
8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. They are located on the lower level of the church services to cancer patients. If you or someone you love would like
and are staffed with our full-time, professional attendants and parent further information about obtaining a wig, make-up, transportation to
volunteers. treatments, or one-on-one support, contact them at 1-888-227-2345.
~ Children’s Church for ages four through third grade is offered at the Items Available: A case of ThickenUp, an instant food thickener for
11 a.m. service and is guided by a parent volunteer. Children will be people who have trouble swallowing, is available to anyone who can use
dismissed after the Children’s Message. Please pick up your children it by calling Peggy at 421-3280, ext. 23. A Free Hospital Bed, in
in the lower level of the church following worship. like-new condition, is available for anyone in need. If interested, call
Nancy, 420-9007.
 Magnify Prayer and Praise
Opportunities to Support and Enhance Worship
If you have a prayer request, please list it either on the prayer sheet in
the rear of the sanctuary or on the back of the friendship pad. Please be
The Altar Flowers are given to the Glory of God in honor of the sure to include your name on the request. This aids us in updating our
baptism of Abigail Marie Dorsch by her parents. (2pu) weekly prayer requests. Confidentiality is very important. We, as a
Last Week The Altar Flowers were given to the Glory of God in church family, want to honor each person's right to privacy. Please be
memory of Pauline and Dale Learn by the family. mindful of this as you write your requests.

Being Baptized Today during the 9:45 a.m. service are Carter Matthew Sunday Morning Prayer Invitation
and Alexander Drake Judd children of Jeremy & Heather Judd and
brothers to Jesse. You are invited to pray in Eaton Chapel following all worship services.
Bring your concerns for healing and blessing or spiritual renewal. Those
The Choral Music during the 8:30 a.m. service is based on the farewell from our prayer ministry are there to serve you.
words of Jesus to his followers, Go into all the World with joy and
Healing and Illness
preach my gospel of peace. Many thanks to Lindsay Randall for the
Thelma (Alma Brands)
timpani part and to Abigail’s extended family during the 11 a.m. service
Bob Mosher (The Werkheiser Family)
as they honor her baptism with music.
Izzy & Howard (Ralph & Donna Dinkle)
Music Ministry Opportunities are still available for June, July and Pam Hine (Linda Johnson)
August during the 8:30 and 11 a.m. services. Persons interested in solo Michael Amici (Jim & Nancy Amici)
or small ensembles in a variety of music styles are invited to see Pauline Dr. Joseph Stella (Sister, Jean Eden)
Fox or email her at [email protected]. Virginia Sadler & Suzanne Mumbauer (Sandy Snedden)
Troy Phillips & David Hummel (Karlene Smith)

Those with Cancer

Missions Gordon Lyons, Jean Cosky (Mercurio Family); Arlene (Betty Ladlee);
Opportunities for Service and Outreach to Our Community and World Logan Snyder; Johnny Basserese (Randall Family); Dave Janosa (Tom
Counterman)
Quilts for Pocono Area Transitional Housing - The Davis Sunday
Other
school class is making quilts for these families in transition. Donations
Florence Keith, praise for good pet-scan results (Ed & Sue)
of used (good condition) full size sheets, quilts, blankets or any kind of
Shayla, praise for release from CHOP (Celisa Counterman)
material are needed. Call Lois Taylor at 402-4882 or bring these items
Tim, strength in job search (Mary)
to the Bridal Lounge any Sunday from 9:45-10:45 a.m.
Bonnie Schneider, promotion at work (Mary Schneider)
Our Next Soup Kitchens are Friday, May 28 led by Nancy Gargone Strength, safety and protection while serving God: Megan Sanders,
and Monday, May 31 led by Kristen Oney. Volunteers are needed for Ryan Moyer, Ben Drake, PATH (Missions Team)
set-up, food preparation and serving during both days. To volunteer for Strength, safety and protection while serving in Iraq: Kyle, August
either day or for information , please call Nancy Gargone at 421-1456. Jackson, Danielle Luna; Pacific: Faith Gibbs; Afghanistan: Everett
Horton, Chris Stowe; Air Force: Amelia Gordon, Dave Bennett; Army
(Japan): Kamahl Gordon
 Membership
Opportunities That Enhance the Fellowship of the Body of Christ
Reserved Tables in Fellowship Hall - Tables set up on Sunday in the
Fellowship Hall are reserved for scheduled ministries and advertised
accordingly. Please do not take a table already reserved for other groups.
We ask that you schedule your needs in advance with Sharmune in the
church office at 421-3280 or e-mail [email protected].
The Older Kids, 55+ ministry, are meeting in Fellowship Hall
Monday, June 14 at 11:30 a.m. for a Casserole Party with guest speaker
Sandy Gordon from Gorman Chiropractic Life Center. Bring your
favorite casserole to share. Desserts and beverages provided.
Saturday Night Fellowship meets June 19 from 6:30-8 p.m. in
Fellowship Hall. Summer is here, time for hamburgers & hotdogs. Bring
a cold side dish to share. Loretta Anthes will lead devotions. This is a
great opportunity to bring a friend and share in fellowship.
While Under Construction we ask for your patience. Please note that
parking behind the church will be reduced during construction. Please
allow additional time for parking. We will keep you posted on a regular
basis. In the meantime, volunteers are needed to help reduce the cost by
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assisting in various tasks and making donations of materials to be used
in the building. For information on how you can help, call John Brush
at 421-3280 or Connie Moyer at 421-6219.
Blood Drive Saturday, June 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in a Mobil Unit
in our parking lot. This drive is sponsored by the Pocono Running Club
and their goal is 25 donors. Contact Amy at [email protected]
or 570– 421-5540 to schedule a convenient time!
Softball - Team ESUMC Tues. 6/8 vs. Pocono Community & Thurs.
6/17 vs. Alabaster Box. Games start at 6 p.m. at the Pinebrook field on
Rt. 191 & Hallett Road in Stroudsburg. Come cheer them on!
Adult Co-ed Recreational Basketball meets every Monday at 8 p.m.
Please reserve your ticket in Fellowship Hall today. Sign-up sheets are
in the Fellowship Hall. For more information call John at 426-7574.
also available on the table for volunteer help in the areas of soliciting for
silent auction items, food and food preparation, face painting and Adult Basketball for men meets every Tuesday from 7-9 p.m. in the
decorations, set-up/clean-up. Fellowship Hall. For more information call Eric at 242-6047.
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Opportunities That Deepen Discipleship Through Learning Opportunities That Deepen Discipleship Through Learning
Women of Faith is September 10-11, 2010 in Philadelphia, PA. Kelli Youth Ministry - 7th - 12th Grades
Mercurio is excited about this year’s event. She wants to take 50 women
from our church and community! Tickets are $89 and includes two box 6th graders entering 7th grade next year are invited to join in
lunches. Payments this year can be made on-line using a charge card at Jr. High and Youth Group Programing.
www.gps.womenoffaith.com (group name ESUMC, East Stroudsburg,
Youth Sunday School Classes for all youth in 7th - 12th grades meet
PA). Kelli will be in Fellowship Hall to answer any questions you may
weekly at 11 a.m. in the Youth Room.
have. She also has gift certificates if you would like to treat a special
woman in your life. Invite a friend and experience this event together. Sunday Night Youth Program will meet from 7-8:30 p.m. The evening
will consist of fellowship, worship and message and games.
Joe Corby’s Pizza Sale is now in progress. Place an individual order or
get a form to take multiple orders in Fellowship Hall today. Deadline for Thursday Night Bible Studies (small groups) meet weekly. Youth meet
ordering is June 13, Pickup is Saturday June 26 from 9 a.m. - noon. in the Youth Room from 7-7:20 p.m. for fellowship and then break into
Proceeds benefit the Spiritual Life Retreat. small groups for Bible study from 7:30– 8:30 p.m.
Children's Ministry - Birth to 6th Grade J.A.M (7th and 8th grade outreach), after-school program, meets
every Wednesday, from 2:45-5 p.m. at the church. Church van
Backyard Buddies/Lord's Army will meet Tuesday, June 1 for the last transportation from Stroudsburg and JTL schools is available.
meeting of the year. Bikes can be dropped off during the day. If you Permission forms are in the Youth Room or at the Information Center
can help with bike transport, let Sue Randall know. Families are in Fellowship Hall. Friends are invited!
welcome to join us for the potluck picnic at the McDade Trail around 5
p.m. Hot dogs will be provided; families should bring a dish to share. 2010 Summer Mission Trips - Sr. High Mississippi Trip for students
completing 8th -12th grades is Friday, July 23 – Sunday, August 1. $100
deposit is now due to reserve your spot. Jr. High Pittsburgh Project
College-Aged Ministry – F.O.G. Trip is Monday July 5 – Friday July 9 for all students going into 7th or
8th grade. A $70 non-refundable deposit is needed to reserve your spot.
If you have any questions about this ministry or want to attend an event, For a list of payments and meeting dates, please see Scott Kuhnle or
contact Shannon at [email protected] or 421- 3280, ext. 13. pick up a copy in the youth room.
• Sunday School meets weekly from 11a.m.- 12 p.m. in the Office
Building, 2nd Floor. Creation 2010 - If you are interested in attending this trip from June 30-
• Bible Study meets every Tuesday night in the Youth Room "tank" July 4, please email Scott at [email protected]. The total cost for the
from 7-8 p.m. trip is $130 per person.
• Coffeehouse Worship will not meet during the Summer. Two Upcoming Fundraisers to raise monies for your summer trips. A
Car Wash at the church Saturday, June 12 and a Candy Bar Sale.
Contact Scott at [email protected] for information or to participate.