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ASH WEDNESDAY
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Theme: What did Jesus mean by “the den of robbers?”
The Lenten season begins with the imposition of Ashes on Ash Wednesday, February 22nd, and takes us on a journey toward Holy Week as we recall the
Palms, the Cross and the Resurrection of Christ. We are Easter people who are called to live life through this season exploring our faith and looking
for ways to deepen our relationship with our Lord.
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| Feb 23 |
MIDDAY CIRCLE OF FRIENDS
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Are you a hoarder? Do you have trouble deciding what to throw away and what to keep? Does everything have a sentimental value? Helping you to make
decisions about getting organized and downsizing will be the topic of our guest speaker, Erin Cochran. Erin is a Bethel Township resident who has
established a business based on revitalizing our home. Please plan to join us on Thursday, February 23rd, at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel. Beverages
and dessert will be provided and we will order pizza for lunch. Please contact Deanna Finn (610-459-1242) or Pat Howard (610-485-7237) if you plan
to attend so that we may prepare. Everyone is welcome – not just the ladies.
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| Feb 24-25 |
30-HOUR FAMINE
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Elam’s youth are again partnering with World Vision and other local youth groups on February 24-25 to hold their annual 30-Hour Famine where
they raise money to help stop world hunger. The youth will be going out into our community to work at homeless shelters and retirement communities.
As part of this, they are running a coat drive and are accepting donations of ...
body powder • deodorant • shampoo • feminine hygiene products •
sweat socks • chapstick • soap • men’s underwear • gloves •
toothpaste • toothbrushes
... that can be dropped off in the side foyer until February 24th. If you wish to be part of this experience, please contact Joey Forwood at bukethed21@aol.com.
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| Feb 26 |
NEW MEMBERS BEING RECEIVED
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New members are being received into membership on Sunday, February 26th. If interested in becoming part of the Elam family, please contact Pastor
John at 610-459-2911 or email him at pastorjohn@elamumc.org. |
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| Feb 27 |
MONDAY MORNING STUDY - Jesus' Last Week
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Join us to explore the Gospel accounts of Jesus’ journey from Palm Sunday to the glory of Easter resurrection.
- Monday, February 27th at 9:30a
- Monday, March 5th at 9:30a
- Monday, March 12th at 9:30a
- Monday, March 19th at 9:30a
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| Feb 27 |
LENTEN STUDY - Exploring the Way
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As you consider ways to explore your faith and deepen your relationship with our Lord during this Lenten season we invite you to join us for this
interesting examination of our faith. We are all on this journey ... the journey that takes us back to our spiritual home ... back to the Love
that gave us life. This journey homeward toward God is known as the “Spiritual Journey.”
Facilitators: George Phillips and Randy Schaffer
- Monday, February 27th at 7 pm
- Monday, March 19th at 7 pm
- Monday, March 5th at 7 pm
- Monday, March 26th at 7 pm
Scheduled to allow you to attend our Vesper Services.
Please notify George or Randy (610-459-2911/email: randy@elamumc.org) if you will be joining the group. Books must be ordered - $10.00 cost.
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| Mar 3 |
BOY SCOUTS 46TH ANNUAL PANCAKE BREAKFAST
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The Boy Scout 46th Annual Pancake Breakfast is on Saturday, March 3rd, from 7:00a till noon in the Pierce Family Life Center.
Prices: Adults are $7; seniors (over 65) and children (3-12 year) are $5. Please join us for our award winning pancakes and delicious sausage.
The secret pancake mix can be purchased at the cake sale table.
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| Mar 5 |
MONDAY MORNING STUDY - Jesus' Last Week
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Join us to explore the Gospel accounts of Jesus’ journey from Palm Sunday to the glory of Easter resurrection.
- (Monday, February 27th at 9:30a)
- Monday, March 5th at 9:30a
- Monday, March 12th at 9:30a
- Monday, March 19th at 9:30a
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| Mar 7-10 |
CHILDREN'S CLOTHING TURNABOUT
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This year’s spring Children’s Clothing Turnabout will be in the Pierce Family Life Center as follows:
- Consign: Wednesday, March 7 5:00-7:45 p.m.
- Shop: Thursday, March 8, 9:00 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
- Shop: Friday, March 9, 9:00 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
- Shop: Saturday, March 10, 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. ... Items 1/2 price on Saturday unless marked with a red dot.
- Pick up unsold items: Saturday, March 10 1:00-3:45 p.m.
- Consignor Payout: IMPORTANT CHANGE: We will no longer be paying anyone in cash for the proceeds of their sales. Checks will be
available for pick up in the church office beginning Tuesday, March 13th.
Instruction sheets and packets are now available from the desk next to the elevator in front welcoming area. Items to be consigned: spring/summer
children’s clothing sizes newborn to size 16. Due to limited space absolutely no adult and fall/winter clothing will be accepted. Please be highly
selective about the articles you consign.
PLEASE NOTE: No drop side cribs will be accepted.
BAKED GOODS are needed for the bake table at the Children’s Clothing turnabout. If willing to provide some, please drop these off Wednesday
through Friday, March 7-9. Thank you.
Any questions, please contact Alice Lawler via email at skamom2000@yahoo.com
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| Mar 11 |
4HIS GLORY CONCERT
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Mark your calendar for Sunday, March 11th, at 7:00 p.m. in the sanctuary when 4His Glory will present a concert of Christian and secular music.
4His Glory is also performing in Pennsauken, NJ, earlier that afternoon. For more information on this, please contact Jesse Cheyney,
Doug Mills, Simon Varley or Mike Zaiss through the church office.
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| Mar 12 |
MONDAY MORNING STUDY - Jesus' Last Week
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Join us to explore the Gospel accounts of Jesus’ journey from Palm Sunday to the glory of Easter resurrection.
- (Monday, February 27th at 9:30a)
- (Monday, March 5th at 9:30a)
- Monday, March 12th at 9:30a
- Monday, March 19th at 9:30a
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| Mar 15 |
Vesper Service – Anointing with Oil
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Theme: What did the disciples miss in the Anointing with Oil?
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| Mar 18 |
ADOPT-A-KIC SUNDAY
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Every third Sunday is Adopt-A-KIC Sunday. There will be a table in the lobby for this important annual KIC fundraiser.
Please help the Kids In Christ raise money for their annual tour by sponsoring a KIC. Minimum $10 donation gets you a certificate suitable
for framing and letters through the season. Thank you for your support!
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| Mar 12 |
MONDAY MORNING STUDY - Jesus' Last Week
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Join us to explore the Gospel accounts of Jesus’ journey from Palm Sunday to the glory of Easter resurrection.
- (Monday, February 27th at 9:30a)
- (Monday, March 5th at 9:30a)
- (Monday, March 12th at 9:30a)
- Monday, March 19th at 9:30a
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| Mar 19 |
LENTEN STUDY - Exploring the Way
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As you consider ways to explore your faith and deepen your relationship with our Lord during this Lenten season we invite you to join us for this
interesting examination of our faith. We are all on this journey ... the journey that takes us back to our spiritual home ... back to the Love
that gave us life. This journey homeward toward God is known as the “Spiritual Journey.”
Facilitators: George Phillips and Randy Schaffer
- (Monday, February 27th at 7 pm)
- Monday, March 19th at 7 pm
- Monday, April 5th at 7 pm
- Monday, April 26th at 7 pm
Scheduled to allow you to attend our Vesper Services.
Please notify George or Randy (610-459-2911/email: randy@elamumc.org) if you will be joining the group. Books must be ordered - $10.00 cost.
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| Apr 1 |
PALM SUNDAY
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Please join us for Palm Sunday services.
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| Apr 5 |
Vesper Service – Communion
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Theme: Is communion merely personal?
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| Apr 5 |
LENTEN STUDY - Exploring the Way
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As you consider ways to explore your faith and deepen your relationship with our Lord during this Lenten season we invite you to join us for this
interesting examination of our faith. We are all on this journey ... the journey that takes us back to our spiritual home ... back to the Love
that gave us life. This journey homeward toward God is known as the “Spiritual Journey.”
Facilitators: George Phillips and Randy Schaffer
- (Monday, February 27th at 7 pm)
- (Monday, March 19th at 7 pm)
- Monday, April 5th at 7 pm
- Monday, April 26th at 7 pm
Scheduled to allow you to attend our Vesper Services.
Please notify George or Randy (610-459-2911/email: randy@elamumc.org) if you will be joining the group. Books must be ordered - $10.00 cost.
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| Apr 8 |
EASTER SUNDAY
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Please join us for Easter services.
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| Apr 26 |
LENTEN STUDY - Exploring the Way
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As you consider ways to explore your faith and deepen your relationship with our Lord during this Lenten season we invite you to join us for this
interesting examination of our faith. We are all on this journey ... the journey that takes us back to our spiritual home ... back to the Love
that gave us life. This journey homeward toward God is known as the “Spiritual Journey.”
Facilitators: George Phillips and Randy Schaffer
- (Monday, February 27th at 7 pm)
- (Monday, March 19th at 7 pm)
- (Monday, April 5th at 7 pm)
- Monday, April 26th at 7 pm
Scheduled to allow you to attend our Vesper Services.
Please notify George or Randy (610-459-2911/email: randy@elamumc.org) if you will be joining the group. Books must be ordered - $10.00 cost.
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| May 27 |
TEAL RIBBON OVARIAN CANCER RACE AGAINST TIME
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Registration is now OPEN for the 8th Annual Teal Ribbon Ovarian Cancer 5K run/walk on Sunday, May 27th, in Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park, starting across
the street from the Please Touch Museum. To register online visit www.trocrf.org or www.TealLife.org. Thank you. Kristen Varley
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| Jul 23-27 |
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL - SonSurf Beach Bash VBS
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Summer! Think about Vacation Bible School now! VBS will be July 23-27, 9a-12n with Friday extended to 12:30 for the closing program. VBS is open
to children age 4 through 6th grade.
Register by downloading the form at this link:
2012 VBS Student Registration Form and submit to the church office.
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Register conveniently online at this link: 2012 VBS Student Registration
Please register by June 29, 2012.
If you would like to volunteer to help with VBS, we need you!
Register by downloading the form at this link:
2012 VBS Volunteer Registration Form and submit to the church office.
Any questions, please contact director Stacey Chandler at vbs@elamumc.org.
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