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Scout Sunday
Sunday, February 21 at 10:00am
Both boys and girls who are involved in scouting are invited to come in uniform this day. Our scouts will be helping in the leadership of the Sunday worship service.
Those scouts who sign up in advance by February 7 and come in uniform will be presented with a Scout Sunday patch. To sign up, please call 610-933-4243 or e-mail the church office.
Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday, March 27, 2009 at 10:30am
Children should bring a basket.
We will have three age groups for the hunt: 0-4 years old; 5-7 years old; and 8 years old to 5th grade.
There will also be an Easter craft.
A light lunch will be provided.
We will be sharing a children's Easter story.
So that we are sure to have enough materials for all the children, please RSVP by March 24 by
calling 610-933-4243, e-mailing the church office, or using the sign up sheet in the rear of the sanctuary.
Click on Easter Egg Hunt pictures to view images from our 2009 Egg Hunt.
Holy Humor Sunday
Sunday, April 11 at 10:00am
Back by popular demand....
On the Sunday after Easter, following the seriousness and somberness of Lent, we will be letting our hair down - way down - for our annual Holy Humor Sunday. This is a service of humor, fun, and fellowship, based on the same roots as April Fool's Day. April Fool's Day began as a celebration of the "Great Deciever" (i.e. the Devil) being deceived by Jesus Christ, when Jesus defeated death and rose from the grave. When Jesus was on the cross and then laid in the tomb, it appeared as if evil had won over good, but then on Easter the tomb is empty with the triumph of good over evil.
Check back here by April Fool's Day to see this year's special theme.
First-Aid & CPR
Saturday, May 8, 2010 from 9:00am to 4:30pm
We will be hosting an American Red Cross First-Aid & CPR training event. The CPR portion will include training to perform CPR on adults, children, and infants.
Cost:
The cost set by the Red Cross is $85.00 per person.
The cost for non-members is therefore $85.00 per person.
The cost for St. Vincent UCC members is $35.00 per person.
(The church is providing funding to supplement the cost for members).
A non-refundable deposit of $35.00 payable to "St. Vincent UCC" is due on Sunday, April 25.
The deposit is non-refundable, because the Red Cross will charge the church a fee if too few people attend per instructor needed. If you cannot attend, the deposit can be refunded or transfered, only if there is someone else who would be taking your place.
Advanced registration is required to ensure enough instructors, equipment, and materials are present. To register please call 610-933-4243, e-mail the church office, or use the sign up sheet in the rear of the sanctuary. Space is limited for this activity.
Cuba Mission Presentation
Sunday, May 23, 2010 at 10:00am - Tentative Date
We look forward to having one of our mission travelers share with us a first-hand account and pictures of the mission work we are doing through our United Church of Christ partnership in this island that is normally off limits to Americans.
Children's Sunday
Spring 2010 - TBA
We are in process of scheduling our annual Children's Sunday. As usual, this will be held in May or June. We will post the particular date by this April.
2010 Youth & Young Adult Backpacking Trip
Date of Hike: Saturday, June 5 to Sunday, June 6
Date of Next Planning Meeting: Sunday, March 14 at 11:30am
With great interest and enthusiasm, we are planning another backpacking trip for 2010.
At the next planning meeting we will be discussing: (1) gear; (2) possible destination(s); and (3) updating our list of who is interested in participating.
Advance registration is required for this activity, as is participating in the planning meetings, physical ability, parental release, and medical form. Space is limited for this activity.
For more information, please contact the church office at StVincentUCC@gmail.com or 610-933-4243.
To view pictures from last year click on 2009 Backpacking Trip.
Annual Pie and Cake Auction
Spring 2010 - TBA
Annual Chicken BBQ
Saturday, July 24, 2010 - 3:00-7:00pm
Come out and enjoy a delicious meal in a beautiful setting. Your taste buds will thank you.
Look for more details posted here in June.
Click on BBQ pictures to view images from our 2009 BBQ.
Vacation Bible School (VBS)
Summer 2010 - TBA
For more information, click on this Vacation Bible School link.
Knoebels Worship Service
Sunday, August 15, 2010 at 10:30am
Join us for a wonderful day of fellowship, starting with an out door worship service at
Knoebels Amusement Park; 391 Knoebels Blvd.; Elysburg, PA 17824 at Pavilion Tent #4.
Friends, family, visitors - persons of all ages - are welcome!
10:00am - Because of the distance we encourage people to plan to arrive at 10:00am
10:30am - Worship begins at Pavilion Tent #4
("T-4" on the Pavilion Map), located near the "Sklooosh" ride
11:00am - Rides open
Why Knoebels?
+ Something for all ages
+ Great rides - including the "Grand Carousel"
and world renowed "Phoenix Roller Coaster"
+ Great food
+ Coal Museum, Live Shows,
Live Bald Eagle Habitat, and more
+ Free parking
+ Free admission
(only pay for the rides you actually ride)
+ Free use of the pavilion
(we have it reserved all day)
For more information, click on the following links for....
The Knoebels Web Site.
Directions and GPS coordinates.
GPS coordinates for Pavilion Tent #4: N40 52.655 / W76 30.124
A listing of rides, divided into sections for kiddie rides, thrill rides, family rides, and attractions.
A listing of the planned live entertainment for August 15, 2010.
Print out a Park Map ahead of time.
Annual Church Picnic
Sunday, September 12 at 11:15am - Tentative Date
Join us after worship for this wonderful annual fellowship event of great food, fun, and friendship.
Visitors are very welcome!
Hawk Mountain Family Hike
Saturday, October 2 - from 10:00am - 2:00pm - Tentative Date
On Saturday, October 2 we are organizing a family hike to the Hawk Mountain Bird Sanctuary. This hike will be for persons of a variety of ages, including parents with small children. We will be going slow, so that small feet can enjoy the trail, too. Visitors, members, and friends are all welcome.
During October is when Hawk Mountain has the most variety of raptors migrating through. During the fall is when you are most likely to see a Bald Eagle there.
Schedule:
Meet at the bird sanctuary visitor center at 10:00am.
(optional car pool is meeting at the church at 8:30am)
Hike 1 mile, stopping at each of the many overlooks.
Have devotions and lunch.
Turn around and hike another mile back to the visitor center.
Walk around the nature enclosure and visitor center.
Depart by 2:00pm.
Hawk Mountain's fees are: $7.00 for adults, $3.00 for children 6-12; and free for children 0-5. If enough people sign up in advance, we may be able to get a discounted group rate.
After worship on Sunday, September 19, we will offer a time for interested persons to ask questions, and Pastor Ben will provide: a map of the trail, directions to the visitor center, tips on how to hike with young children, and more. You do not need to attend this September informational meeting in order to participate in the October 2 hike; it is simply being provided as an opportunity to get information and ask questions.
Click here for Directions and a List of What to Wear & Pack. For more information, please contact Pastor Ben. To sign up, please call 610-933-4243 or e-mail the church office.
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