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Bulletin Headlines – May 5th 2013

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Worship Nursery is staffed during the 10:45 AM Worship Service. You may bring your child(ren) to the Nursery before the service starts or any time during the service. Our staff will lead your children in age appropriate stories and crafts. Beginning June 9, the nursery will be closed during the summer months. It will be open again in September.

The Fellowship Committee invites you to join us on Sunday, June 9, for Union Lutheran Day at Knoebel’s Grove. Plan to join us for a fun filled day at this great FREE amusement park in Elysburg, PA. Drinks and snacks will be provided. Pack a picnic lunch or enjoy some of the great park food. Pastor Moore is planning for Evening Vespers. Discount ride tickets will be for sale in May. Knoebel’s has something to offer every age. Look for posters and more info in the weekly bulletin and plan on joining us.

Mark your Calendars. The Fellowship Committee announces Night at the IronPigs with fireworks after the game, Saturday, June 29^th at 6:35 PM. Tickets go on sale early May ($11.00 person, $2.00 back for food and merchandise). This has been such a successful event. The fireworks are awesome. We have reserved 100 tickets. The first 50 people will be eligible for prizes and someone will be able to throw out the first pitch of the game. Hope you can join us.

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a gift of coffee that supports women from around the globe. Stop at the Fair Trade Cart in the Gathering Space and pick up a package or two.

Mother/Daughter Dinner – On Saturday, May 11^th from 5:00-7:00 PM, (doors open at 4:30 PM), all ladies of the congregation (and their mothers/daughters) are invited to join The Journeymen in the ULC Family Life Center for a “Bash at the Bayou” Dinner and Entertainment Adventure! It’s sure to be a great night of food, fellowship and fun, so get your tickets early. Due to space limitations, only 200 tickets will be sold. Come join us for a night out where the men do the cooking and cleaning for you! Tickets will be on sale in the Gathering Space hallway before and after both services today. They may also be purchased in person in the church office during regular business hours. Unfortunately, due to high demand, tickets may only be purchased in person. No tickets will be reserved. The cost is $7.00, but if any man in your life helps out at the dinner, you will receive a $2 Rebate. (One rebate per ticket)!!! Hope to see you there!

Women’s Café – On Sunday, May 12^th, following the second service Women’s Café is going to celebrate Birthday’s with an Ultimate Birthday Bash. It does not matter if it is your birthday that day or if it will be six months from now, we are having a party and celebrating Life! Come spend time enjoying a special day along with other women in the Church. All you need to bring is your sense of humor and enough air to blow out a candle. Look for the balloons and birthday banners in room 101 and join the fun. Rumor is there will be some gifts for those that attend.

Attention Graduates – On Sunday, June 2, we will honor all those who are graduating from high school, technical school, or college this year. Please call the church office and let us know if you are among those graduating. We will recognize graduates present at the 8:00 and 10:00 AM worship services and list them, as well as those graduates unable to attend, in the bulletin. We would be delighted if you and your family joined us for worship that day.

The ”Kinder Garten” - Check it Out! The Children of ULC have been busy planting. Junior/Senior youth planted spinach and lettuce and it’s begun to sprout. Sunday School planted bush beans and a special project. See if you can find what Sunday School is creating. We are in need of grass clippings for our garden paths and anyone interested in watering and weeding. Please contact Donna Remaly at 610-972-9020 if you can help.

Synod Delegates Needed – Would you like to see our synod at work? Why not volunteer to be a delegate to this year’s Synod Assembly on Friday and Saturday, June 14 and 15 at the Mohegan Center in Wilkes-Barre. We need 1 male and 1 female delegate to represent our congregation. All your expenses will be paid. For more information or to volunteer, please contact the church office as soon as possible.

Girls’ Night Out – Calling all women of ULC. Do you enjoy eating out at restaurants, meeting more ladies and spending time with friends? Consider joining us for a Girls’ Night Out with the gals of ULC. This time we will meet at A1 Steakhouse (Lehigh St., Allentown) on Friday, June 7 at 6:00 PM. Come join the fun as they prepare your meal on the Hibachi Grill right in front of you. “Watch out for flying shrimp!” To RSVP, call the church office at 610-767-6884. Hope you will join us!

Don’t Miss the Boat….The Learning Ark Christian Preschool Sets Sail on September 9, 2013! The Learning Ark Christian Preschool of Union Lutheran Church is committed to providing a Christian education in a safe and loving environment. It is a place where children can develop academically, physically, emotionally and spiritually by experiencing the Gospel in an educational setting. Our school offers a Bible-based curriculum teaching Christian values as well as traditional academics, music, art and physical education. Classes are starting to fill, so register now! New this fall – A Parent and Me Class designed to introduce 2s and young 3s to preschool. Forms are available in the office and online at www.ulclv.org. For more information, contact the church office or email preschool@ulclv.org.

The Learning Ark Christian Preschool “Hoagie & Sandwich Fundraiser” – A heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported our preschool by purchasing hoagies at our February fundraiser! Due to the positive response, we will be having another sale this month. We will be taking orders on today in the Gathering Space Hallway from 9:00-10:45 AM and will also accept orders via email to the church office at office@ulclv.org (all orders must also be submitted no later than today). Hoagie and Sandwich Choices from the American Club of Coplay include: 9” Meat Hoagie – 2 slices white American cheese, 2 slices Hormel oval spiced ham, 3 slices Premium hard salami, 2 slices square cooked ham, lettuce, tomato, oil, vinegar and oregano. Optional: onions and sliced hot peppers, 9” Tuna Hoagie – tuna, lettuce, celery, hard boiled eggs, grated white American cheese and mayonnaise, Tuna Sandwich on a Kaiser roll – same ingredients as above, Ham and Cheese Sandwich on a Kaiser roll- 2 slices white American cheese, 2 ½ oz. of chipped square cooked ham and mustard pack. Cost: hoagies – $3.50 and sandwiches – $3.00. Prepayment is preferred, but not necessary. Cash or check made payable to Union Lutheran Church please. You may pick up your order on Wednesday, May 8 from 5:30-6:30 PM in the ULC Family Life Center. Thank you so much for helping to make this fundraiser a success!

Sunday Worship Summer Schedule begins Sunday, May 19^th and will continue through Sunday, September 8^th. The early service remains at 8:00 AM, but the late service begins at 10:00 AM. There will be no Lutheran Sunday Church School during these summer months

The Book Club’s next selection is Proof of Heaven, a neurosurgeon’s journey into the afterlife, by Eben Alexander, MD. Dr. Alexander never believed that near-death experiences were real until he had one. During a 7 day coma, he journeyed beyond our world encountering an angelic being who guided him into the deepest realms of super-physical existence. Now he believes that true health can be achieved only when we realize that God and the soul are real. Death is not the end of personal existence but only a transition. Join us on Sunday, May 19 @ 9:15 AM to share your thoughts and ideas about this book.

Important!! If you or a member of your family is in the hospital, please let us know. In order for the pastor to provide the best possible care, if you are admitted to Lehigh Valley Hospital, please personally contact the pastor or the church office so that the pastor can visit you or your family member. At St Luke’s Hospital, admitted patients will be asked if they belong to a faith community and if they wish to have their clergy notified of their hospital admission. The pastoral care chaplains will make contact with the appropriate clergy member when requested.

Bulletin Headlines – April 28th 2013

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Spring Cleanup at ULC – Join the Property Committee on Saturday, May 4th from 8 AM – noon as we prepare the inside and outside of ULC for the upcoming Spring/Summer seasons.

The Fellowship Committee invites you to join us on Sunday, June 9, 2013 for Union Lutheran Day at Knoebel’s Grove. Plan to join us for a fun filled day at this great FREE amusement park in Elysburg, PA. Drinks and snacks will be provided. Pack a picnic lunch or enjoy some of the great park food. Pastor Moore is planning for Evening Vespers. Discount ride tickets will be for sale in May. Knoebel’s has something to offer every age. Look for posters and more info in the weekly bulletin and plan on joining us.

Mark your Calendars. The Fellowship Committee announces Night at the Iron Pigs with fireworks after the game, Saturday, June 29th at 6:35 pm. Tickets go on sale early May ($11.00 person, $2.00 back for food and merchandise). This has been such a successful event. The fireworks are awesome. We have reserved 100 tickets. There will be prizes and someone will be able to throw out the first pitch of the game. Hope you can join us.

Hot Cocoa mix for 20% off; just $4.00! The milk is already in the mix – simply add hot water to make a delicious cup. A favorite of adults and children alike! Stop at the Fair Trade Cart today.

Mother/Daughter Dinner On Saturday, May 11th from 5:007:00 PM, (doors open at 4:30 PM), all ladies of the congregation (and their mothers/daughters) are invited to join The Journeymen in the ULC Family Life Center for a “Bash at the Bayou” Dinner and Entertainment Adventure! It’s sure to be a great night of food, fellowship and fun, so get your tickets early. Due to space limitations, only 200 tickets will be sold. Come join us for a night out where the men do the cooking and cleaning for you! Tickets will be on sale in the Gathering Space hallway before and after both services on Sundays April 28 and May 5. They may also be purchased in person in the church office during regular business hours. Unfortunately, due to high demand, tickets may only be purchased in person. No tickets will be reserved. The cost is $7.00, but if any man in your life helps out at the dinner, you will receive a $2 Rebate. (One rebate per ticket)!!! Hope to see you there!

“the Kinder Garten” The children of ULC are planting a children’s garden (“the Kinder Garten”, German for Children’s Garden). The purpose of this mission project will be to supply all the produce from the garden to the Northern Lehigh Food Bank Community. The garden will be an excellent opportunity for mission, education and fellowship for all the children of ULC. For more information or if you would like to help with this mission project, contact Donna Remaly at 6109729020 or email

brvhrt61@gmail.com. Follow us on Facebook at the group “the Kinder Garten”

Rejoicing Spirits Worship Service will be held today at 9:30 AM at ULC. The informal service is directed to people with young children, people with developmental disabilities, etc. We’ve designed an adapted worship service to engage these individuals, along with their caregivers, families and other supportive members in the community. We have created an environment that is accepting and welcoming to all children of God. The service includes lots of music and joyous singing; brief, meaningful messages; lovefilled community; fellowship opportunities; light refreshments. Interaction and free expression are welcome during Rejoicing Spirits worship services. We have a “no shushing” policy. Everyone in the community is welcome and all faiths are welcome.

Stephen Ministry We are at the end of our Recruitment Time for Stephen Ministry Classes to begin in September. Tomorrow is the deadline for your applications. Stephen Ministry Leaders would like to take this time to thank everyone for your interest and your prayers.
Our Stephen Ministry Team has put countless hours into helping their Care Receivers, for this we are grateful, thank you.

Soup Off for World Hunger Recipe booklets We had so many delicious soups and desserts at our annual Souper Bowl Soup Off that we wanted to share them with the congregation. The booklets are in the office on the counter; feel free to take one. If you would like to leave a donation, there will be a can next to the booklets. Donations will go to World Hunger. For those of you who couldn’t make it to the Soup Off, pencil us in now for February 2, 2014 for our 4th Souper Bowl Soup and Dessert Off. Thank you to all who made this event a success. I look forward to more great recipes at our next Soup and Dessert Off.

The Learning Ark Christian Preschool “Hoagie & Sandwich Fundraiser” A heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported our preschool by purchasing hoagies at our February fundraiser! Due to the positive response, we will be having another sale this month. We will be taking orders on Sundays, April 28 and May 5 in the Gathering Space Hallway from 9:0010:45 AM and will also accept orders via email to the church office at office@ulclv.org. Please note that all email orders must also be submitted no later than Sunday, May 5. Hoagie and Sandwich Choices from the American Club of Coplay include: 9” Meat Hoagie 2 slices white American cheese, 2 slices Hormel oval spiced ham, 3 slices Premium hard salami, 2 slices square cooked ham, lettuce, tomato, oil, vinegar and oregano. Optional: onions and sliced hot peppers, 9” Tuna Hoagie tuna, lettuce, celery, hard boiled eggs, grated white American cheese and mayonnaise, Tuna Sandwich on a Kaiser roll same ingredients as above, Ham and Cheese Sandwich on a Kaiser roll 2 slices white American cheese, 2 1⁄2 oz. of chipped square cooked ham and mustard pack. Cost: hoagies $3.50 and sandwiches $3.00. Prepayment is preferred, but not necessary. Cash or check made payable to Union Lutheran Church please. You may pick up your order on Wednesday, May 8 from 5:306:30 PM in the ULC Family Life Center. Thank you so much for helping to make this fundraiser a success!

Church Council News – Join members of Church Council today between 9:15 – 10:30 AM in 3

Room 201 for Church Chat. This month’s topic will be “how to encourage folks to join ULC”. Come help us brainstorm on this topic or ask questions about any other topic!
The Book Club’s next selection is Proof of Heaven, a neurosurgeon’s journey into the afterlife, by Eben Alexander, MD. Dr. Alexander never believed that neardeath experiences were real until he had one. During a 7 day coma, he journeyed beyond our world encountering an angelic being who guided him into the deepest realms of superphysical existence. Now he believes that true health can be achieved only when we realize that God and the soul are real. Death is not the end of personal existence but only a transition. Join us on Sunday, May 19 @ 9:15 AM to share your thoughts and ideas about this book.

The 5th Annual Walk for Hunger will take place on Sunday, May 5th at the Northern Lehigh Food Bank in Emerald. Registration will begin at 1:45 PM and the walk will start at 2:00 PM. Rain or Shine. We will be walking on a portion of the Slatington Rails to Trails located behind the food bank. You can pick up your registration forms in the grocery cart located in the narthex or online at our church website, www.ulclv.org. Please come out and support this important mission. If you are unable to walk you can help by being a business sponsor or by donating to someone else who will be walking. Any questions please call Patty Hersh at 6103919407.

Bulletin Headlines – April 21st 2013

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Spring Clean-up at ULC – Join the Property Committee on Saturday, May 4th from 8 AM – noon as we prepare the inside and outside of ULC for the upcoming Spring/Summer seasons.

Hot Cocoa mix for 20% off; just $4.00! The milk is already in the mix – simply add hot water to make a delicious cup. A favorite of adults and children alike! Stop at the Fair Trade Cart today.

Mother/Daughter Dinner – On Saturday, May 11th from 5:00-7:00 PM, (doors open at 4:30 PM), all ladies of the congregation (and their mothers/daughters) are invited to join The Journeymen in the ULC Family Life Center for a “Bash at the Boayou” Dinner and Entertainment Adventure! It’s sure to be a great night of food, fellowship and fun, so get your tickets early. Due to space limitations, only 200 tickets will be sold. Come join us for a night out where the men do the cooking and cleaning for you! Tickets will be on sale in the Gathering Space hallway before and after both services on Sundays April 28 and May 5. They may also be purchased in person in the church office during regular business hours from Monday April 22, until sold out. Unfortunately, due to high demand, tickets may only be purchased in person. No tickets will be reserved. The cost is $7.00, but if any man in your life helps out at the dinner, you will receive a $2 Rebate. (One rebate per ticket)!!! Hope to see you there!

“the Kinder Garten” The children of ULC have begun a children’s garden (“the Kinder Garten”, German for Children’s Garden). The purpose of this mission project will be to supply all the produce from the garden to the Northern Lehigh Food Bank Community. The garden will be an excellent opportunity for mission, education and fellowship for all the children of ULC. For more information or if you would like to help with this mission project, contact Donna Remaly at 610-972-9020 or email brvhrt61@gmail.com. Follow us on Facebook at the group “the Kinder Garten”

Kinder Garten – The Sunday School has been asked to participate in this project, located behind the church. They will be making the scarecrow. The following items are needed: straw hat, burlap, plaid shirt, pair of jeans, and hay or straw. If you can donate any of these items, please call Cindy Pugh at 610-776-0451 or the church office.

Rejoicing Spirits Worship Service will be held April 28, at 9:30 AM at ULC. The informal service is directed to people with young children, people with developmental disabilities, etc. We’ve designed an adapted worship service to engage these individuals, along with their caregivers, families and other supportive members in the community. We have created an environment that is accepting and welcoming to all children of God. The service includes lots of music and joyous singing; brief, meaningful messages; love-filled community; fellowship opportunities; light refreshments. Interaction and free expression are welcome during Rejoicing Spirits worship services. We have a “no shushing” policy. Everyone in the community is welcome and all faiths are welcome.

Stephen Ministry – We have one returned application for our Stephen Ministry class in September. Other applications have been taken. We are so grateful for your interest. Please return all applications by April 30. We will set up interviews as soon as we get the applications.

The Learning Ark Christian Preschool “Hoagie & Sandwich Fundraiser” – A heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported our preschool by purchasing hoagies at our February fundraiser! Due to the positive response, we will be having another sale this month. We will be taking orders on Sundays, April 28 and May 5 in the Gathering Space Hallway from 9:00-10:45 AM and will also accept orders via email to the church office at office@ulclv.org. Please note that all email orders must also be submitted no later than Sunday, May 5. Hoagie and Sandwich Choices from the American Club of Coplay include: 9” Meat Hoagie – 2 slices white American cheese, 2 slices Hormel oval spiced ham, 3 slices Premium hard salami, 2 slices square cooked ham, lettuce, tomato, oil, vinegar and oregano. Optional: onions and sliced hot peppers, 9” Tuna Hoagie – tuna, lettuce, celery, hard boiled eggs, grated white American cheese and mayonnaise, Tuna Sandwich on a Kaiser roll – same ingredients as above, Ham and Cheese Sandwich on a Kaiser roll- 2 slices white American cheese, 2 ½ oz. of chipped square cooked ham and mustard pack. Cost: hoagies – $3.50 and sandwiches – $3.00. Prepayment is preferred, but not necessary. Cash or check made payable to Union Lutheran Church please. You may pick up your order on Wednesday, May 8 from 5:30-6:30 PM in the ULC Family Life Center. Thank you so much for helping to make this fundraiser a success!

The Book Club’s next selection is Proof of Heaven, a neurosurgeon’s journey into the afterlife, by Eben Alexander, MD. Dr. Alexander never believed that near-death experiences were real until he had one. During a 7 day coma he journeyed beyond our world encountering an angelic being who guided him into the deepest realms of super-physical existence. Now he believes that true health can be achieved only when we realize that God and the soul are real. Death is not the end of personal existence but only a transition. Join us on Sunday, May 19 @ 9:15 AM to share your thoughts and ideas about this book.

Boy Scout Troop 57 will be holding their Annual Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, April 27th from 4:30 – 7:30 PM in the ULC Family Life Center. The cost is Adult – $8.00; Children 3-12 – $4.50; Children under 3 free. Pay at the door. Any questions contact Kim George 610-509-6373.

Church Council News – Join members of Church Council on Sunday, April 28th between 9:15 – 10:30 AM in Room 201 for Church Chat. This month’s topic will be “how to encourage folks to join ULC”. Come help us brainstorm on this topic or ask questions about any other topic!

Kinder Garten – Kids helping Kids

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The Children of ULC have begun a children’s garden with all the produce going to the Northern Lehigh Food Bank Community Join us May 12th during the Sunday School Hour for the blessing of the garden behind the church, aside of the playground

For more information or if you would like to help with this mission project, contact Donna Remaly at 610-972-9020 or email, brvhrt61@gmail.com. Follow us on Facebook at the group “the Kinder Garten”

Online Volunteer Registration for “Kingdom Rock”

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Bulletin Headlines – April 14th 2013

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Worship Nursery is staffed during the 10:45 AM Worship Service. You may bring your child(ren) to the Nursery before the service starts or any time during the service. Our staff will lead your children in age appropriate stories and crafts.

Dinner and a Movie: We purchased a brand new huge inflatable movie screen for our indoor and outdoor movie nights, and we are inviting everyone to come and check it out with us. Join us today for Dinner and a Movie in the FLC. We ask that everyone bring a covered dish to share. We will supply the drinks and popcorn. We will start with dinner and fellowship at 5:00 PM followed by the movie at approx. 6:00 PM. The movie will be the award winning “Life of Pi”. This is a story about the son of a zookeeper who survives a shipwreck by stowing away on a life boat with man animals including a Bengal tiger. Bring your chairs, blankets, friends and neighbors and join us for this fun filled night.

Hot Cocoa mix for 20% off; just $4.00! The milk is already in the mix – simply add hot water to make a delicious cup. A favorite of adults and children alike! Stop at the Fair Trade Cart today.

We need your help locating people for our next Confirmation Class Reunion. If you have any information on Diahn Hahn or Richard Hertzog, please contact the church office.

Mother/Daughter Dinner – On Saturday, May 11th from 5:00-7:00 PM, (doors open at 4:30 PM), all ladies of the congregation (and their mothers/daughters) are invited to join The Journeymen in the ULC Family Life Center for a “Bash at the Boayou” Dinner and Entertainment Adventure! It’s sure to be a great night of food, fellowship and fun, so get your tickets early. Due to space limitations, only 200 tickets will be sold. Come join us for a night out where the men do the cooking and cleaning for you! Tickets will be on sale in the Gathering Space hallway before and after both services on Sundays April 28 and May 5. They may also be purchased in person in the church office during regular business hours from Monday April 22, until sold out. Unfortunately, due to high demand, tickets may only be purchased in person. No tickets will be reserved. The cost is $7.00, but if any man in your life helps out at the dinner, you will receive a $2 Rebate. (One rebate per ticket)!!! Hope to see you there!

Stephen Ministry - Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms. (1 Peter 4:10) Each Stephen Minister has their own gifts and personality. Each of our Stephen Ministers is doing an outstanding job in this ministry they have chosen. We thank all who have shown an interest in our work. To those who have picked up an application, please turn them in by April 30. If anyone has questions about our ministry please call: Joan Fredericks-610-217-9400 or Irene Folk-484-241-8386

Parish Nurses’ Hours – The parish nurses are in the office today during the Christian Education time slot and after the 10:45 AM Worship Service. Join them in room 208 for a blood pressure screening. Browse through the educational information. Look at the two periodicals from the Mayo Clinic – Mayo Clinic Women’s Health Source and Mayo Clinic Health Letter. These publications offer the most current information on many topics. The parish nurse is available to assist you with any health issue at this time. The parish nurse is available anytime by contacting the church office.

“the Kinder Garten” The children of ULC have begun a children’s garden (“the Kinder Garten”, German for Children’s Garden). This purpose of this mission project will be to supply all the produce from the garden to the Northern Lehigh Food Bank Community. The garden will be an excellent opportunity for mission, education and fellowship for all the children of ULC. For more information or if you would like to help with this mission project, contact Donna Remaly at 610-972-9020 or email brvhrt61@gmail.com. Follow us on Facebook at the group “the Kinder Garten”

Kinder Garten – The Sunday School has been asked to participate in this project, located behind the church. They will be making the scarecrow. The following items are needed: straw hat, burlap, plaid shirt, pair of jeans, and hay or straw. If you can donate any of these items, please call Cindy Pugh at 610-776-0451 or the church office.

Spring Clean-up at ULC – Join the Property Committee on Saturday, May 4th from 8 AM – 1 PM as we prepare the inside and outside of ULC for the upcoming Spring/Summer seasons.

Rejoicing Spirits Worship Service will be held April 28, at 9:30 AM at ULC. The informal service is directed to people with young children, people with developmental disabilities, etc. We’ve designed an adapted worship service to engage these individuals, along with their caregivers, families and other supportive members in the community. We have created an environment that is accepting and welcoming to all children of God. The service includes lots of music and joyous singing; brief, meaningful messages; love-filled community; fellowship opportunities; light refreshments. Interaction and free expression are welcome during Rejoicing Spirits worship services. We have a “no shushing” policy. Everyone in the community is welcome and all faiths are welcome.

Rejoicing Spirits Worship Service at KidsPeace – This service will be held April 20 at 1:30 PM. We will be meeting in the ULC Parking Lot at 1:00 PM and carpooling to KidsPeace. Please join us as we take this ministry out into the community.

The Book Club’s next selection is Proof of Heaven, a neurosurgeon’s journey into the afterlife, by Eben Alexander, MD. Dr. Alexander never believed that near-death experiences were real until he had one. During a 7 day coma he journeyed beyond our world encountering an angelic being who guided him into the deepest realms of super-physical existence. Now he believes that true health can be achieved only when we realize that God and the soul are real. Death is not the end of personal existence but only a transition. Join us on Sunday, May 19 @ 9:15 AM to share your thoughts and ideas about this book.

The 5th Annual Walk for Hunger will take place on Sunday, May 5th at the Northern Lehigh Food Bank in Emerald. Registration will begin at 1:45 PM and the walk will start at 2:00 PM. Rain or Shine. We will be walking on a portion of the Slatington Rails to Trails located behind the food bank. You can pick up your registration forms in the grocery cart located in the narthex or online at our church website, www.ulclv.org. Please come out and support this important mission. If you are unable to walk you can help by being a business sponsor or by donating to someone else who will be walking. Any questions please call Patty Hersh at 610-391-9407.

Boy Scout Troop 57 will be holding their Annual Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, April 27th from 4:30 – 7:30 PM in the ULC Family Life Center. The cost is Adult – $8.00; Children 3-12 – $4.50; Children under 3 free. Pay at the door. Any questions contact Kim George 610-509-6373.

Bulletin Headlines – April 7th 2013

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The Muhlenburg College Gospel Choir will be with us at both worship services today. They will be joining our Praise Band in leading the hymns.

Dinner and a Movie: We purchased a brand new huge inflatable movie screen for our indoor and outdoor movie nights, and we are inviting everyone to come and check it out with us. On Sunday April 14th we will be having Dinner and a Movie in the FLC. We ask that everyone bring a covered dish to share. We will supply the drinks and popcorn. We will start with dinner and fellowship at 5:00 PM followed by the movie at approx. 6:00 PM. The movie will be the award winning “Life of Pi”. This is a story about the son of a zookeeper who survives a shipwreck by stowing away on a life boat with man animals including a Bengal tiger. Bring your chairs, blankets, friends and neighbors and join us for this fun filled night. RSVP by signing up in the hallway or calling the church office.

2013 Men’s Spring Retreat: One Day Get-Away The Journeymen, the men’s ministry group of ULC, are once again inviting all men of the congregation to attend our One Day Get-Away Men’s Retreat. Join us at the Hoffman Residence on Saturday April 13, 2013 for a great day of spiritual enrichment and plenty of opportunities for fun, fellowship—and of course—food! The retreat will take place from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and will be held in place of our regular monthly breakfast. This year we have invited a special guest speaker, Josh Fink from the Lehigh Valley Heritage Museum, who will present an interesting one-hour program entitled “The Lehigh Valley in the Civil War”. We encourage all men of the congregation of all ages to prayerfully consider attending the retreat this year. It really is a great opportunity to take a break for just one day to focus on God, Fellowship & Fun with other guys in the congregation…and YOU! The cost for the day, which includes breakfast, lunch, all activities, prizes and more? FREE to all men of the congregation!! Why not give it a try? Ladies, please encourage the man in your life to attend the 2013 Men’s Spring Retreat. You’ll both be glad he did! If you would like to sign up for the retreat or have any questions, please call the church office at 610-767-6884, or email Frank Rocchino at FROCCHINO@GMAIL.COM. A sign-up sheet will also be available on the Journeymen Bulletin Board in the Church. Deadline for sign-up is Monday April 8th.

Hot Cocoa mix for 20% off; just $4.00! The milk is already in the mix – simply add hot water to make a delicious cup. A favorite of adults and children alike! Stop at the Fair Trade Cart today.

We need your help locating people for our next Confirmation Class Reunion. If you have any information on Diahn Hahn or Richard Hertzog, please contact the church office.

Rejoicing Spirits Worship Service at KidsPeace – The service will be held April 20 at 1:30 PM. We will be meeting in the ULC Parking Lot at 1:00 PM and carpooling to KidsPeace. Please join us as we take this ministry out into the community.

You Lost Me – David Kinnaman, coauthor of the best-selling book unchristian, interviews young people who have been lost to the church. Pastor Moore invites you, young and old alike, to join him for six weeks on Wednesday evenings (beginning April 10), at 7:00 PM, to look at Kinnaman’s findings and listen to some of the young people talk candidly about why You Lost Me. To register, contact the church office or fill out a yellow ministry response card (please check line #1).

Stephen Ministry will continue to accept applications during the month of April for classes to be held beginning in September. Applications may be found on the table in the Gathering Space. Completed applications may be turned in at the office or given to Irene Folk or Joan Fredericks. Thank you to all who have expressed interest and those who continue to pray for our ministry.

On April 14th Women’s Café will gather following the 10:45 AM service in the church kitchen (Lower level) to bake cookies. All women of the church no matter your age, are invited to bring a batch of unbaked cookie dough along with a brown bag lunch of your choice. Beverages will be provided. We will be baking the cookies together and making packages of the cookies to be given away to local neighborhood agencies. Please think of some volunteer or social agency that would benefit from a heartfelt thank you or a caring act of kindness. Hope to see you there.

The Book Club’s next selection is Proof of Heaven, a neurosurgeon’s journey into the afterlife, by Eben Alexander, MD. Dr. Alexander never believed that near-death experiences were real until he had one. During a 7 day coma he journeyed beyond our world encountering an angelic being who guided him into the deepest realms of super-physical existence. Now he believes that true health can be achieved only when we realize that God and the soul are real. Death is not the end of personal existence but only a transition. Join us on Sunday, May 19 @ 9:15 AM to share your thoughts and ideas about this book.

The 5th annual walk for hunger will take place on Sunday, May 5th at the Northern Lehigh Food Bank in Emerald. Registration will begin at 1:45 PM and the walk will start at 2:00 PM. Rain or Shine. We will be walking on a portion of the Slatington Rails to Trails located behind the food bank. You can pick up your registration forms in the grocery cart located in the narthex or online at our church website, www.ulclv.org. Please come out and support this important mission. If you are unable to walk you can help by being a business sponsor or by donating to someone else who will be walking. Any questions please call Patty Hersh at 610-391-9407.

Check out the Fair Trade Cart in the Gathering Space. You will find lots of items that make great hospitality gifts.

Quilters Need Fabric for Quilts – The quilters are in need of large pieces of fabric to use for the backs of quilts. The fabric must be cotton or a cotton blend. Silky pieces will not work. They are not looking for any craft items at this time.

Online Registration for “Kingdom Rock” … Where Kids Stand Strong for God! – Lehigh Valley VBS

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Would you like to download this form instead? [Click Here] We are also looking for volunteers! [Volunteer Form]

Holy Week Schedule 2013

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We look forward to your presence during Holy Week!

Maundy Thursday – March 28th at 7:00 PM: worship & First Communion students receive Communion

Good Friday – March 29th at 7:00 PM: Tenebrae Service.

Easter Sunday – March 31st: Services will be held at 8:00 AM and 10:45 AM.
Sunday Church School and Youth Group will take a break today!
Our worship nursery will be staffed during the 10:45 AM service for kids under age 6.

“Kingdom Rock” … Where Kids Stand Strong for God! – Lehigh Valley VBS

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Monday, July 22^nd – Friday, July 26^th, 9am-12:30pm
Union Lutheran Church, 5500 Route 873, Schnecksville, PA 18078
610-767-6884

At “Kingdom Rock” children will learn that God’s love helps us to stand strong in our faith!

Epic Bible Adventures, Tournament Games, “Amazing Experiments”, Incredible Music and tasty treats are just a few of the “Kingdom Rock” activities that help connect kids to God and others. Since everything is hands-on, kids might get a little messy. Be sure to send them in play clothes and safe shoes!

All children ages 3 (potty trained) through those having completed 6^th grade are welcome. Please complete a registration form for each child, include the $5 registration fee and return to the church office. Registration is open April 14th through June 23rd!

T-Shirts are available for children at $5.50 each. Please include sizes on the registration form.

Questions, contact: Jackie Bucks, 610-799-6040, mrscello@hotmail.com or Liz Marakovits, 484-553-0961 lizmarakovits@gmail.com .

[Registration Form - Download Here] [Online Registration]

We need your help to connect kids to God and grow their faith!

At “Kingdom Rock” children will learn that God’s love helps us to stand strong in our faith!

Epic Bible Adventures, Tournament Games, “Amazing Experiments”, Incredible Music and tasty treats are just a few of the “Kingdom Rock” activities that help connect kids to God and others.

Enjoy teaching?…volunteer to be a Station Leader, like to work with small groups of children?…, sign up to be a Crew Leader. Like technology…we could use your assistance at our opening and closing programs! We also need help at “The King’s Kitchen” to prepare those tasty snacks! Please note that due to our insurance policy you need to be a member of the church for six months or a “friend of the church” for a year to work directly with the children. If not, we can still use your help! Creative?…volunteer for the decorating committee or help build the set. Organization your forte?…..there are lots of administrative tasks during the week of VBS and before!

Staff Training Session: Sunday, July 14th – 11:15am to 1pm

If volunteering for VBS, it is extremely important that you attend this informative session. Lunch will be provided!

Remember, “Many hands make light work.” Please prayerfully consider joining us!

Volunteers are needed!

[Volunteer Registration Form 2013] [Online Volunteer Form]