Calendar of Events for the Week of December 28, 2025: Monday - 5:30pm - Karate Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday - Have a Happy & Healthy New Year! Friday - Saturday -
SMILE FOR THE CAMERA!! We are pleased to announce that we will be compiling a 2026 church family pictorial directory with Universal. It will include all member’s family portraits & roster info so we can stay connected.
There are two ways to schedule a session: 1. NOW ONLINE at www.ucdir.com (click scheduling login) (code is pa1240) (password is photos) 2. AT CHURCH before & after services
There is no cost to be photographed & every family will receive a complimentary 8x10 portrait. Take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to make a treasured family keepsake. Only participating households will receive a free directory! Photography will take place Thursday- Saturday January 8th - 10th, 2026
Please join us-it won’t be the same without you!
WATCH "THE CHOSEN" - “The Chosen” viewing is on Thursdays at 6:30pm. There will be a quick synopsis of the episode before we start it. After viewing, there will be a Q & A.
* Thursday, Jan. 8th - Season 1, Episode 7 - "Invitations" * Thursday, Jan. 22nd - Season 1, Episode 8 - "I Am He" * Thursday, Feb. 5th - Season 2, Episode 1 - "Thunder" * Thursday, Feb. 19th - Season 2, Episode 2 - "I Saw You"
BIBLE STUDIES - Wednesday nights Bible Study is 7-8 pm. We will be reading Psalms. We will meet in the parlor. Our group focuses on reading the Bible from start to finish and discussing it. Join us and hear God's Word.
The Wednesday morning Bible Study meets the first & third Wednesdays of the month at 11:00am. We will continue with “The Workbook on the Christian Walk”. Everyone is welcome to join. Sessions last about an hour.
HAVE THAT ‘HARD TO BUY FOR’ PERSON ON YOUR CHRISTMAS LIST? - Consider a gift to ELCA GOOD GIFTS. This includes God’s Global Barnyard and many other areas for donations for health care, food, plants, bibles, books, etc. An order form with all the information is on the table in the narthex on how to order, who to make your check out to and where to send your order. Also, cards are on the table to allow you to tell the recipient of your gift. Any questions, see Cindy.
YEAR-END FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - Please note – all donations for 2025 MUST be in the church office by Sunday December 28th to appear on your 2025 statement. Thanks.
SECOND SATURDAY SUPPERS - The next supper will be held on January 10th at 5:45pm downstairs in Roth Hall right after the Saturday worship service. You will need to bring your own beverages. Place settings will be provided. The simple entrée (soup or a casserole) will be provided, and it is sure to be yummy!
EPIPHANY NATIVITY DISPLAY - Casting Our Nets will again host the display of Nativity sets in the church parlor and sanctuary for Epiphany. The display can be seen after the 4:30 worship service on Saturday January 10th and again on Sunday morning from 9 until 10:30 a.m. and after worship service until 1 p.m. Coffee and light refreshments will be served on Sunday.
If you would be willing to allow us to display one or more of your nativity sets, please use the sign-up sheet in the parlor to let us know your intent so we can plan for setup. All nativities should be brought to the church parlor on Saturday, January 10th between 10 and noon. Anyone who displays a Nativity will be responsible for pick-up after the event on Sunday by 2 p.m. or can make arrangements to get it during the following week when the office is open.
LUTHERAN DISASTER RESPONSE - LDR is asking for gifts to help with the recent disasters. Checks may be out to the church and marked "LDR". 100% of all money donated goes directly to help those in need!!
STEPHEN MINISTRY - Stephen Ministry multiplies blessings throughout the church and community.
* Congregations receive a practical and powerful way to respond to Christ’s commandment: “Love one another as I have loved you” (John 15:12 RSV). * Pastors have a team of gifted, trained, and committed lay caregivers ready to minister to hurting people. * Members develop and use their gifts in meaningful ministry, growing spiritually as they serve others. * People who are hurting have a compassionate companion—a caring Christian friend who provides emotional and spiritual support.
If you are going through a challenging time, or if you know someone who is, please contact Deb Jones at 570-233-7675. Our Stephen Ministers are ready to bring God’s love and care to those in need. It’s a great way for you to show how much you care!