ANNOUNCEMENTS

ESUMC Relay for Life Team

Pocono Fight is the new ESUMC Relay for Life Team and will
be raising money for the fight against cancer. The Team
will be at the Relay for Life at East Stroudsburg University
the weekend of June 13th. Pocono Fight is looking for
representatives to walk/run around the track in shifts for
the entire 24 hour period. Please contact Bruce Osbun
at bruce.osbun@yahoo.com or call 570-977-6322 and look
for signup sheets in Fellowship Hall.
Run For God is Here!
Now is your time to complete that first 5k (3.1 miles) with
Gods Help. The Wellness Committee will debut a twelve
week training program of running/walking with knowledge
and scripture to get you to the finish line of an upcoming 5k
to be announced. If you are interested in joining the
excitement look for sign ups in Fellowship Hall or contact
Darleen Mostellar at 570-460-9160 or leen78@verizon.net.

Donations
Our church is a thriving; mission oriented one with a heart
for helping the community. We receive many donations for
our less fortunate neighbors. Many of these donations are
as a result of the church requesting them. In these cases
we will direct you where the donations should be deposited.
Other unsolicited donations arrive at our doorstep with no
indication of who donated them and which group they are
intended for. This requires staff to spend time trying to
identify where these should go. In some instances, even
though the donation is well intentioned, it really does not
fulfill a need and could wind up in the dumpster. We request
anyone considering donating an item/items contact the
church office and secure an approval prior to dropping off
the item/items. Please make sure to mark on the donation
your name and the group the donation is for. We give praise
to the Lord for everyone's giving spirit and thanks to you for
helping us in this mission.

OUTREACH
Members of the ESUMC family who are no longer able to
attend services are always happy to hear from you! Cards
and notes of encouragement may be sent to Betty Quick,
486 Youngwood Drive, East Stroudsburg, Pa. 18301-9735.
Stephen Ministry

The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares

those who trust in Him.
Nahum 1:7

Each of us has times when we are lonely, grieving, hurt,

need of
care. In his second letter to the Corinthians, Paul tells us that suc
troubles can bring spiritual growth to the sufferer. But when we w
are in Christ suffer, we also find comfort through Christ, and one o
ways we find this comfort is through others who have found Chris
care and comfort in their sufferings. Our Stephen Ministers offer
Christ like care to those in need.

If you would like more information about Stephen Ministry, please

contact Peggy Strack at the church office at 421-3280 ext 1023.
Health Care Equipment
Walkers, crutches, canes, adult potty chairs, shower seats,
raised toilet seats, depends, wheelchairs and more are
available to anyone in need. Contact Peggy Strack, 570421-3280, ext. 1023.
Coming SoonPermanent Name Tags!
Isnt it wonderful to be getting to know the names of our
brothers and sisters in Christ at ESUMC? Lanyard-style
name tags are coming soon! If you did not have the
opportunity to register your request for how you would like
your name printed on your name tag, please PRINT your
first and last name on the back of the communication card
today!
The Dollar Challenge sponsored by UMW for
Missions continues. Thanks to all who are

participating. This month is health, hygiene and

toiletries.

(570-424-5481).

OPPORTUNITIES
Next UMW meeting will be held Saturday, March 7th
at 9:00 a.m. in the Bridal Lounge. For more
information contact Linda Drake at 570-424-6038.
Mens Retreat 2015
There is still time to sign up for our Mens Retreat on March
6th and 7th. The theme this year is Get In The Game.
The retreat will be held in our church facility beginning 6
pm on Friday. All men are invited to attend; outside guests
are welcome. Cost for weekend is $40. Contact Tim Malefyt
at tjmalefyt@yahoo.com.
OKs 55+ Monthly Meeting
Next meeting is March 11th at 11:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall.
Ms. Merle Turitz, local coordinator for RSVP (Retired &
Senior Volunteer Program) will speak about what their
organization has to offer seniors. There will be a Potluck
Lunch, please bring a covered dish. All seniors are
welcome!! For questions, contact Ms. Erma Powell at (570)
421-1422.
Joyful Noises Concert:
The quartet has been singing for worship services for the
past 8 years. Now, for the first time they will entertain you
with a concert on Sunday evening, March 15th at 6:30 p.m.
Music will include songs by the Beatles, Broadway musicals,
doo wop, classical barbershop standards, Irish melodies,
plus the best of our Gospel music. Dessert and coffee will
follow in Fellowship Hall. A new CD by the Quartet will also
be on sale for $10. A freewill offering will be taken to
benefit the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life.
Adult Spring Mission Trip
We will travel to North Carolina the week of April 12th to
help those recovering from tornado and hurricane damage.
To sign up or for more information please contact Pat Braun

OPPORTUNITIES
Women of Faith Conference
The annual Women of Faith Conference will be held on
August 21st & 22nd. This years theme is Loved. If
interested in going please contact Dionne Molony at 570801-7080 or e-mail dmolony15@gmail.com
Youth Ministry News
JAM Jr. High Afterschool Program meets every
Thursday from 2:45 5:00pm. Information and
Permission Forms are available on the church website
(www.esumc.net) and in the youth room. Each week
following the JAM program is a free Fellowship Meal for
all students (from 5-6pm), followed by Jr. High Boys and Jr.
High Girls Bible Studies (from 6-7:30pm).
Sports Ministry meets on Sundays 5:30 6:30pm:
Join with other boys and girls for a time of sports and
recreation. Games that will be played include dodgeball,
basketball, soccer, ultimate Frisbee, and kickball. Open
to all 6th 12th grade students.
Youth Praise Band will be meeting to practice this
Sunday, from 5:30 6:30pm in the youth room.
Youth Worship meets every Sunday evening. Youth
will be gathering to fellowship, worship, and participate in
biblical teachings from 7:00 8:30pm every Sunday night.
Sr. High Bible Study meets every Monday Night from
6:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m.
This is a bible study for Sr. High students (9th-12th grade)
who are looking to get deeper into their faith, and grow

stronger as a disciple of Christ. We will have girls and guys

combined bible study for three weeks, followed by girls and
guys separate discussions on the fourth week of every

month.