Weekly E-News

May 9, 2008

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CONTENTS


CARINGS AND SHARINGS

Please remember the following in your prayers:
Pastors Paul Hansen, Abera Hellemo, Bob Kaltenbaugh, Rodger Krause, Ivis LaRiviera-Mestre, Joyce Pfeiffer; associate in ministry and synod secretary Barbara Taylor
Alice Haab (mother of Pastor Russell Haab), Will Le Van (son of Pastor Eileen Le Van), Paul Meinschein (father of Pastor Cheryl Meinschein), Dennis Oberholtzer (husband of synod director of communications Carol Weiser), Robert Wetzel (father of Pastor Jay Wetzel)

Congratulations to new grandparents Pastor John and Kathy Pearson on the birth of a granddaughter on May 9.

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THE BISHOP’S INSTALLATION

The installation of the next bishop of the Northeastern Pennsylvania Synod will be held on September 27, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. at Elm Park United Methodist Church in Scranton. This festive event will be all the more special as we are welcomed by our Methodist partners who have just approved a full communion agreement with the ELCA. Details about the service will be announced as plans are finalized.

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NEW FORMAT FOR E-NEWS

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CHURCH WORLD SERVICE NEEDS KITS

CWS is asking congregations and groups to help replenish the supply of CWS Emergency Clean-up Buckets and Baby Kits for distribution to domestic and international partners. Most recently, Church World Service has provided Emergency Clean-up Buckets to partners in Missouri and Arkansas for clean-up following storms and floods there. And CWS Baby Kits are being distributed to vulnerable families in Kenya, Ethiopia, Zimbabwe, and Malawi. Completed buckets and baby kits can be dropped off at the Brethren Service Center, 601 Main St., New Windsor, MD 21776. For more information on kits, visit www.churchworldservice.org/kits.

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LEAVE A LEGACY FOR MINISTRY AND MISSION

A Charitable Gift Annuity is a great way to make a gift to your favorite ministry. Not only do you have the assurance that the gift is in place but you will receive an income from that gift for the rest of your life. And if you defer receiving annuity payments, the income will be higher than from an immediate payout annuity. Please note: The Charitable Gift Annuity rates are going down beginning 1 July 2008. For more information call Pr. Greg Kramer at the Lutheran Planned Giving Office at 570-374-2044 or call the Foundation of the ELCA, 800/638-3522, ext. 2970 or visit our website at www.elca.org/fo.

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UPCOMING INSTALLATIONS

David Werley will be installed as pastor of Christ UCC, Danielsville, on Sunday, May 18, at 3:00 p.m.
Deaconess Amy Jahn de Torres will be commissioned as an associate in ministry and installed as director of outreach ministries at Christ Lutheran Church, Allentown, on Sunday, May 11, at 11:00 a.m.

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POSITIONS/EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES/ITEMS AVAILABLE (date posted)

Full-time Coordinator of Youth and Family Ministries (5-9-08)
Trinity, Pottsville, is seeking applications for a coordinator of youth and family ministries, a full-time position with benefits, requiring some flexible daytime and evening hours and regular weekend commitment, particularly Sundays. Individual shall coordinate activities for and with the youth of the church and provide leadership for events, activities and ministries for individuals of all ages. To apply, submit letter of interest and resume to Trinity Lutheran Church, 300 West Arch Street, Pottsville, PA, 17901. Deadline: June 1, 2008. Questions? Call 570-622-9910.

Sexton (5-2-08)
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, Kingston, is seeking a part-time (10+ flexible hours per week) sexton. For more information e-mail the church at htlcofficeonline@verizon.net or call 570-287-9067.

Grant Writer (4-11-08)
Liberty Lutheran Services, a non profit organization in Ambler, PA, has an immediate opening for a grant writer. This person will be responsible for providing research, identification and development and securing of grants from private, corporate and public foundations to support the work of Liberty Lutheran Services and each of each affiliates. For more information or to apply, see the organization's website, www.libertylutheran.org.

Bear Creek Camp Openings (3-27-08)

  • Looking for a rewarding summer job? Bear Creek Camp is accepting applications for all summer 2008 positions. From counselors and naturalists, to photographers and support staff, there’s a position that will be the right fit for you. An application and information may be found at www.bearcreekcamp.org. Just click on "employment," and get ready for what may be the best summer of you life! Contact Lauren Remillard, youth programs manager, at 570-472-3741 or at youth@bearcreekcamp.org for more information.
  • Bear Creek Camp is looking for registered nurses or EMTs to volunteer for a week during the upcoming summer camp season. Meals and lodging will be provided, along with a $200 weekly stipend. Nurses are still needed for sessions 2 (June 29-July3), 3 (July 6-12), 4 (July 13-19), 7 (July 3-9), and 8 (July 10-16). Please contact Lauren Remillard, youth programs manager, at 570-472-3741 if you are interested.
  • Bear Creek Camp is accepting resumes for its assistant director position. This person directs the camp’s programs, many of the day-to-day operations, retreat rentals, and volunteer projects. Requirements include experience and skills in outdoor ministry, program administration, solid faith, bachelor’s degree, and strong communication skills. Inquiries can be directed to exdir@bearcreekcamp.org through April 13.

ELCA Openings (3-7-08)
A number of positions are available at the churchwide offices in Chicago and positions for persons deployed to other locations. For information, go to www.elca.org/employment.

Looking for... (2-29-08)
Information about or samples of constitutions/bylaws for Sunday schools. Pastor Mary Gade (Ziegels, Breinigsville) has checked with some union congregations about these but has not found any yet. She would prefer to not to "reinvent the wheel," so if you have information or examples, please contact Pastor Gade at 610-285-6157.

Organist/Choir Director (2-13-08)
Organist/Choir Director for St. John’s Lutheran Church, Williams Township, Easton, Pa. Play for one Sunday service (10:15 A.M.) and some additional services. Direct one adult choir and work with music programming. Position is 12 months, part-time, with two weeks’ vacation. Interview and audition required. Send resume and letter of interest to Organist/Choir Dir. Search Committee, St. John’s Lutheran Church, 2745 Morgan Hill Road, Easton, Pa 18042 or e-mail at stjohnswilliams@rcn.com.

Free LBWs (2-1-08)
Free copies (about 100) of the Lutheran Book of Worship in excellent condition. For more information, call St. John, Fogelsville, at 610 395-5535.

Alternative Worship Music Leader (1-22-08)
Alternative Worship Music Leader (part-time, 6-10 hours per month), Allegheny, Knauers (Mohnton). Responsible for working with the pastor, music director, and other staff to plan and lead music for a monthly alternative worship service. Responsible for choosing music and planning rehearsals with those from the congregation interested in offering their instrumental and/or vocal skills in leading the congregation in worship. Qualifications: A knowledge of and passion for emerging worship styles and music. Leadership ability and dedication to the integrity of the worship of God. Knowledge of Lutheran liturgy a plus. To apply, contact Pastor Rick Chaveas at 610-777-2520.

Organist/Choir Director (1-22-08)
Organist/Choir Director for Epiphany Lutheran Church, Temple. Play for one Sunday service (10:30 A.M.) and some additional services. Direct one adult choir and work with music programming. Position is 12 months, part-time with two weeks' vacation. Interview and audition required. Send resume and letter of interest to Epiphany Lutheran Church, 631 N. Temple Blvd., Temple, PA 19560.

Youth Director (1-9-08)
Youth director, part-time with potential for full-time. Experience working with youth, equivalent college degree and/or Lutheran background is preferred. Congregation is looking for someone to nurture, maintain, and expand their youth programs. Please send your letter of intent along with a resume to St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 200 South Broad Street, Nazareth, PA 18064; fax, 610-759-3719; email, dsolt@rcn.com.

Organist (1-9-08)
St. Luke, Old Williams (Hellertown), is looking for an organist. One service at 9:00 a.m. Sundays; accompany choir. For more information, call 610-838-4923.

Free Paraments (1-4-08)
Free: One complete set of green paraments in excellent condition. Call St. John's, Fogelsville, at 610 395-5535.

Looking for Large-Print WOV (1-4-08)
Nancy Keller, the organist at Zion Moselem, Kutztown, is looking for 3 or 4 large print copies of "With One Voice." If you have some that you are not using anymore and can share them with the congregation, call Nancy at 610-683-3757.

 

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