DECEMBER, 2015

The Belfryof the Gouldsboro & Thornhurst United Methodist Churches

Pastor Peg KnapichCharge Office: 570-842-7139

Cell: 570-239-7189Web Address: www.gouldsboroumc.org

Facebook page: Gouldsboro & Thornhurst United Methodist Church

Gouldsboro United Methodist Church495 Main Street

Gouldsboro, PA 18424Email: gb.thcharge@gmail.com

Worship: Sunday 11:00 AMSunday School: Sunday, 10 AM - 10:45AM (Children)

Thursday @ 10:00 AM (Adult)

Thornhurst United Methodist ChurchPhysical: 342 Old River RoadThornhurst, PA 18424-0245Church phone: 570-842-1434

Mailing address: 495 Main Street, Gouldsboro, PA 18424Email: ThornhurstUMC@gmail.com

Pastor’s Office Hours: by appointmentCall 570-842-7139 for an appointment

Worship: Sunday 9:00 AM

Belfry Editor: Debbie BuchananDeadline next Belfry: December 21, email AnnDee1956@aol.com

Dear Friends,

Hope. Peace. Joy. Love.

These are the prayers for our world we pray together in this holy season of Advent.

Each Sunday, we come together to worship. To praise God. To remember God’s promises. To look forward in faith. And to pray.

I think it takes a lot of courage and a lot of faith to come together week after week and say YES! To hope, peace, joy, and love.

We look around at this broken world; at the violence, the poverty, the suffering, yet again and again we gather as a community of faith and say YES! to God.

Some call that crazy. Well, I have crazy faith in our God. I have crazy faith in the God who comes to us as a tiny vulnerable human baby and brings with him hope, peace, joy, and love. I have crazy faith in the God who plants seeds of hope, peace, joy, and love into each and every situation; each and every life. I have crazy faith in the God who says that WE, as the body of Christ, can BE hope, peace, joy, and love for each other and all the world.

In this season of Advent, as we move toward the miracle of Christmas, let’s proclaim our crazy faith in the God of hope, peace, joy, and love.

Let’s say YES! to God.

See you at Church!

Love,

Pastor Peg

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Gouldsboro Mission Statement: “To Make Disciples of Jesus Christ, for the Transformation of the World.” 

Thornhurst Mission Statement: To strengthen and support and help each other grow as disciples of Jesus Christ and, by the power of God’s love, to help transform the world around us.

Advent will start on Sunday, Nov 29, and we will start an exciting new Advent program, Under Wraps: The Gift We Never Expected. This joyful program explores some of God’s unexpected qualities, presented over the four weeks of Advent, plus an optional fifth week for Christmas:

1.God Is Expectant2.God Is Dangerous 3.God Is Jealous

4. God Is Faithful5. A Season of Joy

Just as the first wrapped gift beneath the Christmas tree marks the new season, so the birth of Jesus on Christmas Day signaled that God’s hope and salvation and redemption plan had come into the world. In Jesus, God gift-wrapped himself in human flesh and was born in a stable so he could come and live among us and offer us life and salvation that we could never gain on our own. Join us this Advent as we unwrap God’s greatest gift, our Savior Jesus.

Welcome to this “Longest Night” service.  December 21. 7 pm. Maple Lake UMC. Led by Pastors Eric Luczak and Peg Knapich.The name of this service comes from the season – tonight is actually the longest night of the year.  But the name, “Longest Night”, also describes the feeling that a number of us have during this season.  In the long, dark winter nights, memories of past experiences and the pain of present experiences and situations can become overwhelming.  For some, Christmas Day is the most difficult.  For others, Christmas Eve, or New Year’s Eve, or the beginning of another lonely year.  In this service, we invite you to listen.  We invite you to pray.  We invite you to sing.  We invite you to meditate upon the pain and anguish you may bring – and we invite you to offer your pain to the Christ Child.  And we trust that you will find hope and comfort in knowing that you are not alone.

Disciple Fast Track is a Bible Study written by Bishop Wilke. We are going book by book thru the New Testament. You do not need to commit to the entire 12 weeks study. Come if a particular book interests you and you would like to know more. Tuesdays 10:30 am @ Pastor Peg’s home.

Christmas Eve Candlelight Lessons and Carols Worship Services

Gouldsboro UMC – 4:00 pm

Thornhurst UMC – 6:00 pm

Christmas Worship – combined service – Gouldsboro UMC at Thornhurst UMCDecember 20. 9:00 amThe TUMC choir and friends will present a special Christmas song. The combined choirs will present ‘Ain’a that Good News. We will have special music with Jacqui and Tom together on organ and piano. After worship, we will have a Christmas covered dish brunch.

GOULDSBORO UMC:

Dates from Worship & Discipleship:

Church Decorating – Wednesday, December 2 at 12:30 PMCombined Service at Thornhurst UMC with luncheon to follow – 12/20 at 9 AMBlue Christmas Service at Maple Lake UMC – December 21 at 7 PMChristmas International Musical Program – GUMC on December 20 at 7 PM.  Please bring a “dry good” to donate to the pantry.

Craft Show & Bake Sale: December 5 at GUMC from 9 AM – 3 PM. Lunch for sale. Bake sale as well. 

THORNHURST UMC:CHRISTMAS PARTY: Thornhurst UMC Christmas PartySaturday December 5 Robert Christiansen’s RestaurantRoute 940, Pocono Lake, PA 18347Your Host: Robert Gallagher 570-646-0433Contact: Barbara Ellis at 570-977-3289 or Barbara Hudson at 570-643-6605 UMW Ladies Luncheon: 2nd Wednesday in December join the UMW Ladies for lunch at Van Brunt’s Grill Restaurant in Moscow. Meeting at noon. CANTATA: December 20 Church Cantata service and Covered Dish Luncheon

FOR ADDITIONAL MEETINGS/EVENTS, PLEASE SEE THE WEEKLY BULLETIN.

December Birthdays & Anniversaries

GUMC TUMC 14 – Marty Sonnet 3 – Herman Kahl 18 – Brianna Marie Wagner16 – Cheryl Fritz 5 – Art Peil 26 – Christine Serfass19 – Jeff Metcalf 10 – Julianne Clifton 27 – David McNeel

15 – Louise Smith 28 – Nicholas Griffaton

If anyone needs to be added or deleted to the birthday and anniversaries, I would appreciate an email from you to update our records. Please send updates to me at AnnDee1956@aol.com. Thank you.

CANCELED DUE TO LACK OF INTEREST

Health Corner by Paige Thompson Wendling RN, PhD – Faith Community Nurse, GUMC

The holiday season is upon us again. I know, because we have already started attending social gatherings, two just in the past week. I came home last evening feeling so full from all of the food that had been served. So, I decided it was again time to re-visit some of the ways to keep holiday eating healthier.

First, let’s start with some of the recommendations for your own healthy balance of foods. These recommendations are for men and women who get less than 30 minutes per day of moderate physical activity, beyond their normal activities of daily living. Generally, the larger amounts apply to younger men and the smaller amounts apply to older women. The daily recommendation for fruits is 1 ½ cups and for vegetables if 2 ½ - 3 ½ cups. For grains, the daily recommendation is 5-8 ounces with at least half from whole grains. The daily recommendation for dairy products is 3 cups of nonfat or low-fat dairy products. For cheese, 1 ½ ounce of natural cheese or 2 ounces of processed cheese is equal to one cup. The diet should include no more than five to seven teaspoons of oils and these oils should mostly be from plants, fish, and nuts. Additionally, the overall calorie recommendations vary based on gender and activity level. Recommended daily calorie intake for men with a moderate activity level ranges from 2200-2800 and those with a very active lifestyle can eat 2400-3200 calories daily. The recommended calories for women are less. Women with a moderate activity level can eat 1800-2000 daily and those with a very active lifestyle can eat 2000-2400 calories daily.

It can be difficult to envision how much this actually is when you are just looking at your food. I was able to find some good examples that might help to better visualize the portion sizes recommended for healthy meals (http://www.webmd.com/diet/ss/slideshow-serving-sizes). For example, a healthy portion of pasta (1/2 cup or 1 ounce) is the size of half of a baseball. A healthy portion of pancakes or waffles is the size of a CD. A healthy portion of cheese is the size of four dice and is equivalent to one cup of dairy. Meat or fish would be the size of a deck of cards. A serving of fruits or vegetables is the size of a baseball. Leafy green vegetables would be the size of two tennis balls. A healthy portion of peanut butter would be the size of a golf ball and one portion of fat equals the size of a poker chip or stack of four dimes. Other examples of healthy portion sizes can be found on the website listed earlier in this paragraph. In order to facilitate maintaining the recommended portion sizes, it is helpful to use a smaller plate, a luncheon or salad plate rather than a dinner plate, and do not take a second serving.

In our home we try to be conscious of our portion sizes, variety of food groups, as well as overall calories. However, when planning food for a larger group of people, I struggle to plan for a healthy balance of foods for my guests. I thought using some of the information above could be translated to preparing foods for a larger group, whether it be a dinner or just a “buffet” of foods. First of all, if we look at the food groups, we can see that the largest portion of our table should be vegetables and fruits. Dairy products (low-fat or nonfat) should be incorporated. Just remember that one cup of a dairy item, such as yogurt, would be equivalent to cheese the size of four dice. So, which might be the better option? Meats, fish, and nuts can all be offered in smaller amounts. Foods containing grains should also be limited, and be sure to include at least half as whole grain products. And, of course, foods containing oils should be very limited and should contain oils from plants, fish and nuts. It might be helpful to look for new recipes that reflect the recommended proportions of foods. These recipes might include larger amounts of vegetables or fruits, and not so much grains or even meats. Include recipes with low-fat or nonfat dairy products and limit the amount of cheese.

Another question that arises as we plan for a large group of people is “How much food do I need?” I am sure most of us were brought up with the idea that we must have plenty of food. “We don’t want to run out.” However, I consistently hear the same comments as we attend various events. “There is way too much food.” “I can’t eat so much food.” So, why don’t we again go back and look at the recommendations for daily food intake. For example, we might plan for approximately four ounces of meat for each guest attending. We could plan for four ounces of grain, including whole grain, per guest. We could also plan for 1 ½ cups of low-fat or nonfat dairy products per person. Vegetables, other than starchy vegetables, can generally be unlimited. Perhaps up to one cup of fruit could be used for a dessert. I am sure this sounds like it can’t possibly be enough and may make you feel inadequate as a hostess. However, I know I have attended so many events where there is so much food leftover. I think it would be worth trying these guidelines, or at least working toward them. We may find that our planning and overall work is simplified and our guests are glad that they do not feel like they need to overeat just because someone has made such delicious food.

BOOK REVIEW:

Once Upon a Summer (Seasons of the

Heart, Book 1) by Janette Oke  Josh Jones realizes his family isn’t typical, but it’s the only life he’s ever known. Aunt Lou, Gramps, Uncle Charlie, Grandpa–they all have shaped the young man he has become. But as he grows into

manhood, Josh begins to face important questions about life, love, and faith. 

MOVIE REVIEW:

Love the Coopers (2015)PG-13  |  107 min  |  Comedy  |

When four generations of the Cooper clan come together for their annual Christmas Eve celebration, a series of unexpected visitors and unlikely events turn the night upside down, leading them all toward a surprising rediscovery of family bonds and the spirit of the holiday.

Pecan Pie Cheesecake

 

IngredientsFor the Crust:

1¾ cups vanilla wafer crumbs ¼ cup brown sugar ⅓ cup unsalted butter-melted

For the Pecan Filling: 1 cup sugar ⅔ cup dark corn syrup

⅓ cup unsalted butter- melted 2 large eggs-lightly beaten 1½ cups pecans-chopped 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cheesecake Filling: 24 ounce cream cheese-softened 1¼ cups light brown sugar 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 4 large eggs

⅔ cup heavy cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Topping: 3.5 tablespoon unsalted butter-melted ½ cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon ¼ cup heavy whipping cream 1 cup toasted pecans-chopped

InstructionsTo make the Crust:1. Line the bottom of 9 inch springform pan with parchment paper and set aside.2. Combine vanilla wafer crumbs and brown sugar, stir in melted butter, then press the mixture evenly into bottom and

halfway up the side of 9 inch springform pan. Set in the fridge to firm the crust while making the filling.To make the Pecan Filling:1. In a medium saucepan combine sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, eggs, pecans and vanilla and bring to a boil over

medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer stirring constantly until thickened, 5-7 minutes. Pour into prepared crust and set aside.

To make the Cheesecake Filing:1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.2. Beat the cream cheese until creamy, then add brown sugar and flour and beat until fluffy.3. Add eggs, one at a time, beating just until combined after each addition. Do not overbeat it!!! Stir in heavy cream and

vanilla, then pour cheesecake mixture over pecan filling.4. Place springform pan on a cookie sheet, put it in the oven and reduce the heat to 325 F Bake the cake for 60-70

minutes (until toothpick inserted in the center comes out almost clean). Turn off the oven and leave cheesecake in with oven door closed for 1 hour.

5. Run a knife around edges of cheesecake but don’t take out of the pan until completely cooled.To make the topping:

1. In a small saucepan combine butter and brown sugar. Cook for 3-5 min or until very bubbly, then stir in cinnamon, heavy whipping cream and chopped pecans. Cool to room temperature.

2. Release the sides of springform pan and spoon the topping over cooled cheesecake.3. Store the cake in the fridge.

The Physically Fit Messiah (A Christian magazine recently published an article on “The Fitness-Driven Church,” describing the increasing church interest in physical fitness, with some churches adding gyms and weight-rooms to their facilities. Actually, Christianity has a centuries old history of health reformers in all denominations who diligently labored for good health, good nutrition, physical fitness, prevention, and healing. And it all began with the physically fit Messiah.)By Cal Samra Editor, The Joyful Noiseletter © Copyright 2014 The Joyful Noiseletter

With the widespread public interest in physical fitness in and out of many churches, it has somehow been overlooked that Jesus was an amazingly physically fit Messiah. In an age that worships a flock of phony cartoon superheroes, Jesus was the ultimate action superhero 2,000 years ago.

Here was a man of great stamina who walked everywhere between the villages of the Holy Land in his ministry of salvation, and there is no record in the New Testament that he ever rode a horse, a camel, or a carriage, though he did once enter Jerusalem on a donkey, displaying an ironic sense of humor.

He regularly traveled over hills and climbed mountains. From time to time Jesus worked as a carpenter, and so was surely lean and muscular, contrasting dramatically with the sedentary clergy of his times.

He was not a body-builder growing his muscles with weights for show in front of mirrors. Jesus’ physical fitness was used in the service of others.

Jesus, the Great Physician, the healer, was supremely healthy, robust, loving, and joyful. Would God have sent us an obese, sickly, depressive Messiah for our salvation? Who would have listened to him?

Jesus, in numerous ways, reminds us again and again in the Gospels that God made the body to be used in the service of others. Jesus came to us with a message of salvation through both spiritual and physical fitness.

What did Jesus eat?There were no fast-food establishments in Jesus’ time, and we know that he was not raised by strangers on junk

foods in day care centers, because there were no day care centers in those days. The Jewish culture of Jesus’ time had not experienced the massive exodus from homemaking and child care that modern America has experienced over the past four decades.

We can be certain that his mother, Mary, made a sustained effort to feed her son home cooking and a healthy, natural, Mediterranean diet. It was Mary’s labor of love for Jesus, and he was bathed in Mary’s love.

Like many of the Jewish women of her times, Mary was a masterful nutritionist and cook. Her nutritional knowledge and knowledge of medicinal herbs had been handed down for centuries from mothers to daughters. Mary was not about to raise her Messiah son on junk foods.

As observant Jews, Jesus’ family did not eat ham or pork. Jesus’ meals probably included homemade yogurt, goat’s cheese, eggs, fish, lots of salads with tomatoes and cucumbers dressed in olive oil and medicinal herbs like oregano, basil, and mint, lots of fresh vegetables like squash and eggplant, whole-grain wheat, brown rice, lentils, garbanzo beans, nuts like almonds, and whole-wheat bread. He also probably ate an assortment of fresh fruits – figs, dates, apricots, bananas, apples, and oranges. All these foods are indigenous to the Holy Land.

Very occasionally, for religious holidays and special events, like weddings, Jesus’ family probably ate lamb or chicken, but meats were not central to the Mediterranean diet, and, as they are today, meats were used very sparingly in dishes, mainly as seasonings.

Jesus’ diet was probably mainly plant-based, and today would come under the category of “health foods” at very dear prices. But these health foods were much cheaper in Jesus’ times because many families cultivated their own extensive gardens.

Because of the healthy diet Mary fed him and his daily strenuous physical activity, the boy Jesus grew into a strong and healthy man bursting with energy.

We also know that Jesus ate in moderation and fasted and prayed frequently, and that he often sought quiet and rest.

Interestingly, several recent studies by modern medical scientists have found that the Mediterranean diet may well be the healthiest diet in the world.

A five-year medical research study, reported recently in the New England Journal of Medicine, confirmed that the plant-based Mediterranean diet significantly reduced (by 30%) rates of heart attacks and strokes.

Science News also recently reported that “people who eat a Mediterranean-style diet are less likely than their peers to develop Alzheimer’s disease,” according to new research on elderly Manhattan residents.

What was the first liquid and food consumed on the moon?

Forty-five years ago, two human beings changed history by walking on the surface of the moon.  But, what happened before Buzz Aldrin and Neil Armstrong exited the Lunar Module is perhaps even more amazing, if only because so few people know about it. I'm talking about the fact that Buzz Aldrin took communion on the surface of the moon. Some months after his return, he wrote about it in Guideposts magazine.  

The background to the story is that Aldrin was an elder at his Presbyterian Church in Texas during this period in his life; and, knowing that he would soon be doing something unprecedented in human history, he felt that he should mark the occasion somehow. He asked his minister to help him.  And so the minister consecrated a communion wafer and a small vial of communion wine.  Buzz Aldrin took them with him out of the Earth's orbit and onto the surface of the moon.   He and Armstrong had only been on the lunar surface for a few minutes when Aldrin made the following public statement:  

“This is the LM pilot. I'd like to take this opportunity to ask every person listening in, whoever and wherever they may be, to pause for a moment and contemplate the events of the past few hours and to give thanks in his or her own way.   ”   He then  ended radio communication, and there, on the silent surface of the moon,  250,000 miles from home, he read a verse from the Gospel of  John,   and he  took communion.   

Here is his own account of what happened: "In the radio blackout, I opened the little plastic packages which contained the bread and the wine. I poured the wine into the chalice our church had given me.   In the one-sixth gravity of the moon, the wine slowly curled and gracefully came up the side of the cup.   Then I read the scripture”   'I     am the vine, you are the branches.    Whosoever abides in me will bring forth much   fruit.     ..    Apart from me you can do nothing.'  

"I had intended to read my communion passage back to Earth, but at the last minute [they] had requested that I not do this. NASA was already embroiled in a legal battle with Madelyn Murray O'Hare, the celebrated opponent of religion, over the Apollo 8 crew’s reading from Genesis while orbiting the moon at Christmas.   I agreed reluctantly."  

"I ate the tiny Host and swallowed the wine. I gave thanks for the intelligence and spirit that had brought two young pilots to the Sea of Tranquility. It was interesting for me to think that the very first liquid ever poured on the moon and the very first food eaten there were the communion elements."  

"And, of course, it's interesting to think that some of the first words spoken on the moon were the words of Jesus Christ, who made the Earth and the moon - and who, in the immortal words of Dante, is Himself the "Love that moves the Sun and other stars."  

How many of you knew this? 

HOLY HUMOR: LEADERSHIP HUMOR:

Did you know that Santa Claus has his own army?  He keeps it in his sleevie.Make out your Chopin Liszt early before Debussy season, when you have time to check out Verdi good bargains are, can still get gifts Faure good price, not have to Handel large crowds and have time to give Bach things you decide you don’t want. – “Christmas is the one time of year when people of all religions come together to worship Jesus Christ.”- Bart Simpson “The Simpsons” 1989Christmas is the only time of year where it is socially acceptable and encouraged to sit in front of a dead tree and eat candy out of old socks.A lady lost her handbag in the bustle of Christmas shopping. It was found by an honest little boy and returned to her. Looking in her purse, she commented, “Hmmm.... That’s funny. When I lost my bag there was a $20 bill in it. Now there are twenty $1 bills.”The boy quickly replied, “That’s right, lady. The last time I found a lady’s purse, she didn’t have any change for a reward.”St. Nicholas lived in Turkey, where he served as bishop in the town of Myra, during the fourth century. Sinter Klaas (St. Nicholas) brought gifts at Christmastime, according to legend, either through an open window or down a chimney. He was generous, often supplying dowries for young brides-to be.

Can you identify the Christmas carols?

DECEMBER TRIVIA:

December was originally the 10th month in the Roman calendar. The period of January and February didn’t really count as months, and the Roman calendar was based on a 304 day year, based on the approximate lunar month of 29 ½ days.The inventor of the 304 day calendar was Romulus, twin brother of Remus – the same Romulus and Remus who founded Rome around 800 B.C. December 1 - 1955 – Rosa Parks refused to move to the back of a public bus in Montgomery, Alabama.December 6 - 1964 – Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer debuted on NBC. The holiday tradition moved to CBS in 1972December 9 - 1965 – A Charlie Brown Christmas premiered on CBS.December 10 - 1901 – The first Nobel Prizes were awarded. President Theodore ‘Teddy’ Roosevelt became the first

person to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.1955 – The Mighty Mouse Playhouse began a long-standing “Saturday Morning Cartoon’ tradition on ABC.1964 – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. received the Nobel Peace Prize.

December 11 - 1844 – Dr. Horace Wells became the first person to have a tooth extracted after receiving an anesthetic (Nitrous Oxide) for the dental procedure, by Dr. John M. Riggs.1946 – The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) was founded.

December 13 - 1545 – The Council of Trent began; it was the planning of responding to the Protestant Movement, by the Catholic Church.

December 14 - 1656 – Imitation pearls were first manufactured by a Frenchman, named Jacquin.December 16 - 1773 – The Boston Tea Party. Massachusetts colonists, ‘the Sons of Liberty,’ disguised as Mohawk

Indians board three British tea ships and dump 342 chests of tea into Boston harbor.1912 –The world’s first stamp to depict an airplane was issued in the US

December 17 - 1843 – Charles Dicken’s A Christmas Carol novella was published by Chapman and Hall. It is one of the most well-known books and stories of all time.December 18 - 1936 – The first giant panda in the US, Su-Lin, arrived in San Francisco from China.December 20 - 1880 – New York’s Broadway was first lighted by electricity, built by Charles F. Brush, and became

known as the “Great White Way.”1946 – It’s a Wonderful Life, starring Jimmy Stewart, premiered in New York City.

December 21 - 1937 – Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Walt Disney’s first full-length (83 minutes), animated film opened in Los Angeles, CA, at the at the Carthay Circle Theatre.

December 22 - 1937 – The Lincoln Tunnel in New York opened to traffic. A second tube of the Lincoln Tunnel to the north of the first was opened on 1 Feb 1945, and a third tube was added south of the first on 25 May 1957.

December 23 - 1823 – A Visit From St. Nicholas, also known as The Night Before Christmas, was published. Clement Clarke Moore acknowledged authorship in 1837.

1970 – The North Tower of the World Trade Center in Manhattan, New York, New York reached 1,368 feet, making it the tallest building in the world at that time.

December 24 - 1818 – “Silent Night” (music: Franz Xaver Gruber, lyrics: Joseph Mohr) premiered in the church of St. Nikolaus in Oberndorf, Austria.

December 25 - 0 (possibly 4 or 6 BC) – Jesus was born.1643 – Christmas Island, in the Indian Ocean, was found and named by English Captain William Mynors.1941 – Bing   Crosby  premiered ‘White Christmas’ on his weekly radio show.

December 27 - 1932 – Built during the Great Depression, Radio City Music Hall, a modern Art Deco theater in New York City, opened.

December 29 - 1851 – The first American YMCA (Young Men’s Christian association) opened in Boston, Massachusetts.December 31 - 1907 – The first New Year’s Eve celebration is held in Longacre Square (now known as Times Square) in

New York, New York.1923 – The chimes of Big Ben were broadcast on radio for the first time by the BBC.

~ December 2015 ~Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 10:30 Disciple Bible Study NT- parsonage

2 6:30 – SPRC - @GUMC

3 [Gb] Bible Study 10:00[Gb] Choir 6:30 [Gb] AA 7:00Noon-1pm – North Pocono Dry Goods / Food Pantries

4 5 [Gb] 9-3 – Christmas Craft Show & Bake Sale9-11am – Breakfast w/ Santa Fire Hall6pm – Sounds of Christmas –SPARK Gospel Singers & Lenoxville Band[Gb] AA 7:00

6 [Th] Worship 9:00[Th] Church decorating[Gb] Children’s Sunday School 10:00[Gb] Café 10:00[Gb] Worship 11:00

7 [Th] Choir 3:00[Gb] UMM 6:30

8 10:30 Disciple Bible Study NT- parsonage [Gb] Trustees 6:30[Gb] Ad Board 7:30

9 [Th] UMW noon – Van Brunt Grill

10 [Gb] Bible Study 10:00[Gb] Choir 6:30 [Gb] AA 7:00Noon-1pm – North Pocono Dry Goods / Food Pantries

11 12 [Gb] AA 7:0010-noon – Children’s Christmas Party – Thornhurst Fire Hall

13 [Th] Worship 9:00[Gb] Children’s Sunday School 10:00[Gb] Café 10:00[Gb] Worship 11:00 [Th] Coffee Hour

14 [Th] Choir 3:00

15 16 [Th] Food & Faith 6:00

17 [Gb] Bible Study 10:00[Gb] Choir 6:30 [Gb] AA 7:008-2pm – Daleville Clothes ClosetNoon-1pm – North Pocono Dry Goods / Food Pantries

18 19 [Th] Night of Giving Buffet – 4-7:00 Fire Hall[Gb] AA 7:00

20 [Th & Gb] Combined Worship 9:00 @ TUMCCovered dish brunch

21 [Th] Choir 3:007pm – Blue Christmas Worship – Maple Lake UMC

22 10:30 Disciple Bible Study NT- parsonage

23 Noon-1pm – North Pocono Dry Goods / Food Pantries

24 [Gb] Worship 4:00[Th] Worship 6:00[Gb] AA 7:00

25

MERRY CHRISTMAS

26 [Gb] AA 7:00

27 [Th] Worship 9:00[Gb] Children’s Sunday School 10:00[Gb] Café 10:00[Gb] Worship 11:00[Th] 4th Sunday Food & Fun 1:00

28 [Th] Choir 3:00

BELFRY articles due

29 30 Noon-1pm – North Pocono Dry Goods / Food Pantries

31 [Gb] AA 7:00

Notes:

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY, HEALTHY NEW YEAR!