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The Church at Work |
Sunday, July 25, 2021
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Pastor Becky Cuddeback e-mail: rcuddeback@susumc.org
Rev. Ronald French e-mail: rfrench@susumc.org
Every Member a Minister 1640 Main Street, Bloomsburg Church Phone: 784-9271
Web page: www.LightstreetUMC.org Church secretary’s e-mail: lightstumc@ptd.net
Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LightstreetUnitedMethodistChurch
Our Vision – “Shining Christ’s Light with Worship, Missions, Education, Connections”
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Thought for the day: [I pray] that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith, as you are being rooted and grounded in love. Ephesians 3:17
Wednesdays, 9:30 am – Crafters will meet in person in the church building social hall.
Sun. July 25, 10:30 pm – Special Music selection by Julie Holt, a special worship treat.
Mon., July 26, 6:30 pm – Church Council meeting in the church building main floor social hall. Debbie Sokol (ch), Pastor Becky Cuddeback, Doug Sitler, Brian Snyder, Bill Kocher, Chris Klock, Sarah Wolfe, Tammy Wolfe.
Sat., Aug. 7, 1:00-5:00 pm – Open House celebration at the Lighthouse for the 50th wedding anniversary of Jon and Shirley Turner. Angie would like a rough estimate. If you plan to attend, contact Angie Klock. Light refreshments will be served.
Mon., Aug. 9, 6:30 pm – Trustees meeting in the church building social hall. Brian Snyder (ch), Larry Creasy, Frank Dent, Don Sutton, Bill Evert, Sally Chamberlain, Barb Savage, Nelson Creasy, Tom Gensemer.
Bible study begins August 17. Simon Peter. He was not rich or educated, but was familiar with hard work. He was quick-tempered and impetuous, but possessed a passion that would change the world. He left everything to follow his teacher, yet struggled with doubt and fear.
Join pastor and author Adam Hamilton and Pastor Ron in this 6-week journey, and take an in-depth dive into the life, faith, and character of Simon Peter. Tuesdays, August 17 – September 21; the morning session is full, but there are a few slots open for the evening session, 6:30 pm. Classes are held in person. We will be meeting in the church building, main floor classroom. Contact Pastor Ron or Beth to sign up. Cost of the book is $9. So, let’s come back together and share together in this in-depth study of the Apostle Peter.
Opportunities to further the Kingdom of God; 1Corinthians 9:8 – God can bless you with everything you need and you will always have more than enough to do all kinds of good things for others.
- Ushers/Greeters. The 10:30 service is covered through the end of August. Sign up or see Cheryl Dent to serve at the 8:30 service.
- John Buck Memorial Community Food Pantry. July and August Food Bank collection: personal care items; shampoo and hair care, deodorant, liquid or bar soap, toothbrushes and toothpaste, lotion, shaving supplies, etc. LUMC liaisons: Rev. Ron French, Donna Winn, Jeff Wolfe. August distributions are the 14th and 28th. Thank you for the bags, but no more bags at this time.
- ScripPro gift cards benefit the Building Fund. Links to lists of available cards are on the church website: www.LightstreetUMC.org. Cards are available for gift-giving and usual shopping and dining purchases. LUMC liaison: Amy Dent or Pam Szilagyi. Give one day’s notice and pick up your cards at Dent Plumbing & Heating.
- Blessings Box! We are collecting canned and non-perishable food and books to stock the Blessings Box for our Lightstreet neighbors.
- LUMC Missions Team carefully selects recipients for designated missions offerings. Missions funds are given each year to support the ministries of AGAPE, who partners with organizations and volunteers to transform communities in Columbia and Montour Counties. They give food, clothing and furniture; plus spiritual and financial counseling and assistance. In 2020, AGAPE helped 69,574 people and provided over $116,000 in financial assistance. In 2020 they served 270 meals each month, distributed 1,260 pounds of clothing each month, furnished 28 households each month.
- Junk for Jesus! Pop the ring off soda cans and save for the Ronald McDonald House. Recycle all other metal. Place under the fire escape near the rear parking lot. Please, please do not mix plastics or non-metal recycling or trash with the metal. While all metals are recyclable, use separate bags or containers for different metals. Make this profitable venture as easy for Doug as possible. LUMC liaisons: Sandy Heim for soda rings; Doug Sitler for all metal recycling.
- LUMC designated offerings. Thank you! Confidential and secure donations using direct withdrawal from your bank account to the church accounts, or the offering envelope system. Contact Amy Dent (aedent@pa.metrocast.net; 570-458-4299). See bi-monthly newsletter for financial reports.
AA – Al-Anon – Alateen – If you know someone who needs help, help is available. Be the lifeline. Check websites for contacts, meeting dates and sites, and additional support. www.aa-intergroup.org. Do not go it alone.
www.aa.org www.al-anon.alateen.org www.na.org www.nar-anon.org
Al-Anon is meeting in person in The Lighthouse Mondays, 7:00 pm.
AA is meeting in person Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 6:00 pm in the church building lounge.
