. . . in July
NEW JERUSALEM EVANGELICAL
LUTHERAN CHURCH SENDS
OUR BEST WISHES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
FOR A HAPPY, HEALTHY 2022!
May God fill you will his goodness every day and
may the love of Jesus overflow from you to others throughout the year!
HAVE A HAPPY AND SAFE HOLIDAY!
In case of a pastoral emergency,
please contact Pastor Lisa Borrell at 610-838-0731 or email MizLKB@aol.com.
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LET THERE BE PEACE ON EARTH - WHISPERS OF MY FATHER
by Vince Gill and Jenny Gill with Lyrics
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Friday, July 1, 2022
CLOSED Church Office
Saturday, July 2, 2022
CLOSED Church Office
Sunday, July 3, 2022
See you in September—Sunday School
10:00 a.m.—Worship Service ~ Fourth Sunday of Pentecost ONLINE Worship (Youtube livestream link)
11:00 a.m.—Coffee/Fellowship Hour
7:00 p.m.—AA
Monday, July 4, 2022
CLOSED 7:00–11:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
Tuesday, July 5, 2022
7:00–11:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
7:00–11:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
8:30 a.m.—Quilters
10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.—Pastor Lisa's Office Hours
7:00 p.m.—Finance Committee Meeting
7:00 p.m.—AA
Thursday, July 7, 2022
7:00–11:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.—Pastor Lisa's Office Hours
7:00 p.m.—Ice Cream Social at Bethlehem Dairy—The Cup
Friday, July 8, 2022
CLOSED Church Office
9:00 a.m.—Food Bank Delivery (see Mark Your Calendar below)
5:45 p.m.—Movie Night (see Mark Your Calendar below)
Saturday, July 9, 2022
CLOSED Church Office
Sunday, July 10, 2022
See you in September—Sunday School
10:00 a.m.—Worship Service ~ Fifth Sunday of Pentecost/Congregational Meeting
ONLINE (Youtube livestream link)
11:00 a.m.—NO Coffee/Fellowship Hour
5:00 p.m.—Summer Fellowship Hot Dog Cookout
7:00 p.m.—AA
Monday, July 11, 2022
7:00–11:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
Tuesday, July 12, 2022
7:00–11:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
7:00 p.m.—Church Council Meeting
Wednesday, July 13, 2022
7:00–11:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
8:30 a.m.—Quilters
10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.—Pastor Lisa's Office Hours
6:00 p.m.—Summer Book Club (see Mark Your Calendar below)
7:00 p.m.—AA
Thursday, July 14, 2022
7:00–11:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
Friday, July 15, 2022
CLOSED Church Office
12:00 p.m.—Deadline to sign up to volunteer at the Iron Pigs Game on July 22
Saturday, July 16, 2022
CLOSED Church Office
8:30–10:45 a.m.—Food Bank Distribution (see Mark Your Calendar below)
Sunday, July 17, 2022
See you in September—Sunday School
10:00 a.m.—Worship Service ~ Sixth Sunday of Pentecost
ONLINE (Youtube livestream link)
11:00 a.m.—Coffee/Fellowship Hour
11:30 a.m.—Vacation Bible School (VBS) Orientation
7:00 p.m.—AA
Monday, July 18, 2022
7:00–11:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
7:00 p.m.—SV Lions Club
Tuesday, July 19, 2022
7:00–11:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
12:00 noon—Prime Timers (see Mark Your Calendar below)
7:00 p.m.—Endowment Committee Meeting
Wednesday, July 20, 2022
6:00–10:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
8:30 a.m.—Quilters
10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.—Pastor Lisa's Office Hours
7:00 p.m.—AA
Thursday, July 21, 2022
7:00–11:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.—Pastor Lisa's Office Hours
6:00 p.m.—Church Community Life (CCL) Committee Meeting
7:00 p.m.—Property Committee Meeting
Friday, July 22, 2022
CLOSED Church Office
Iron Pigs (Vollunteer Day)
Saturday, July 23, 2022
CLOSED Church Office
8:30–10:45 a.m.—Food Bank Distribution (see Mark Your Calendar below)
Sunday, July 24, 2022
See you in September—Sunday School
10:00 a.m.—Worship Service ~ Seventh Sunday of Pentecost/Acolyte Training
NO Online Streaming of today's church service
11:00 a.m.—Coffee/Fellowship Hour
7:00 p.m.—Ice Cream Social at the Inside Scope
7:00 p.m.—AA
Monday, July 25, 2022
7:00–11:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
7:00 a.m.—August Angelus Deadline
Tuesday, July 26, 2022
7:00–11:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
6:30 p.m.—Technology Committee Meeting
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
6:00–10:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
8:30 a.m.—Quilters
10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.—Pastor Lisa's Office Hours
6:00 p.m.—Food for Friends (see Mark Your Calendar below)
6:30 p.m.—CANCELLED VBS Orientation
7:00 p.m.—AA
Thursday, July 28, 2022
7:00–11:00 a.m.— Church Office Hours
10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.—Pastor Lisa's Office Hours
6:30 p.m.—Preschool Committee Meeting
Friday, July 29, 2022
CLOSED Church Office
Saturday, July 30, 2022
CLOSED Church Office
Sunday, July 31, 2022
See you in September—Sunday School
10:00 a.m.—Worship Service ~ Eighth Sunday of Pentecost
ONLINE (Youtube livestream link)
11:00 a.m.—Coffee/Fellowship Hour
6:00-8:30 p.m.—Vacation Bible School (see Mark Your Calendar below)
7:00 p.m.—AA
TO JOIN US AT NEW JERUSALEM EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 3233 APPLES CHURCH ROAD, BETHLEHEM, PA 18015 ON SUNDAY MORNING AT 10:00 A.M. FOR WORSHIP WITH PASTOR LISA AND ITS MEMBERS.
IF YOU DO NOT FEEL COMFORTABLE ATTENDING SERVICES IN PERSON, YOU ARE WELCOME TO JOIN US ONLINE AT OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL CLICK HERE.
Hope to see you there!
Peace be with you.
'INVITED' by Rev. Sarah Are
Reader Kris Thomas
You are invited, this invitation is for you!
You can also visit New Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran Church on Facebook at
In all circumstances, never forget that we still are the church! As Martin Luther proclaimed in his most recognizable Reformation hymn, “A Mighty Fortress,” God’s truth forever shall abide. Even COVID –19 has no power over us.
If you are not receiving the Angelus (Church Newsletter) either electronically or via the mail or your information needs to be updated, please contact the church office at 610-838-0731 and provide your name, email, and address, etc. to correct to error.
Please contact the church office at 610-838-0731 if any of your personal information needs to be changed, updated, or removed in our system starting 2022.
2022 Giving Envelopes ~ Your envelopes will be available for pick up at any Sunday worship service. You may also contact the church office via email or call to make arrangements for envelopes to be left in the blue bin outside the church by the lower doors for pickup any day Monday through Wednesday after 10:00 a.m. Please take family and friend's envelopes along if possible. We appreciate everyone’s continued financial support throughout these challenging times. (As you are well aware, even if we are not inside the building, the bills keep coming in every month.)
Together, we are the Body of Christ. We appreciate everyone’s continued financial support throughout these challenging times. God is good and gives us what we need.
Your Offering Checks can be made out to: New Jerusalem Church or NJELC
and mailed to:
New Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran Church
3323 Apples Church Road, Bethlehem, PA 18015
OR
We have partnered with Vanco Payment Solutions to allow church members to contribute their offerings electronically from their personal checking or saving accounts directly to the church at no cost to them. Click this link Vanco Website to create your free online profile and set up your giving preferences. Giving will now be easier and hassle free.
Below is a brief description about 'Giving Electronically':
Electronic gifts are fast and secure, and they reduce administrative costs, allowing more of every dollar to fund the important work we are called to do.
+ Give anytime, anywhere to your favorite funds
+ Schedule and manage recurring donations even when you are on vacation
+ Make one-time donations to special appeals
+ Pay for events, programs, and other activities
+ Don’t have to cash or a checkbook
NJELC Property Building Fund March 2022 Update ~ To date we have nearly $34,000.00 earmarked for our upcoming exterior painting of the church, new ramp, and parking lot improvements.
Please consider making a donation towards this 3-prong project. Just mark you check, envelope, or VANCO donation(s) for the 'Building Fund' and it will be designated toward this project. Thank you for consideration in helping to raise the necessary funds. Any questions please see any Property Committee member.
Chalisters are needed … When we go back to offering altar Communion, we will need chalisters to help serve. Please sign up on the bulletin board in the Narthex if interested. The primary responsibility would only be to pour the grape juice chalice as we will no longer be offering the sacrament by common cup.
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Acolytes are needed … All interested youth (especially Confirmands) are asked to see the sign-up sheet in the Narthex. Thanks! Pastor Lisa will offer instruction when a list of volunteers has been made.
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New Prayer List Guidelines
All name requests (additions, deletions) be directed to Jeanette—Office Administrator by calling 610-838-0731 or emailing newjerelc@gmail.com.
Please remember to get the individual's permission before submitting.
One can request an individual's or family's name be included on the list when there in a health or community concern or death.
If it is a health concern, the person's name will remain on the list for four (4) weeks unless a request is made to keep it on longer, i.e., in the case of a prolonged condition or illness.
If a death has occurred, the name will be listed for two (2) weeks.
If it is a community concern, the concern will be listed for two (2) weeks.
A person's name may be kept on for longer than four (4) weeks if Jeanette is informed of this request.
EVERYONE can use prayers. This list was created for the purpose of lifting up current prayer needs.
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Summer Coffee Hour Sign-Up ~ The wonderful people who provide our weekly coffee hour will be taking a well-deserved rest this summer. I am looking for a family, group of friends or church committee to host a week in July and/or August. If you are interested, please use the sign-up sheet located on the bulletin board by the kitchen in the Upper Room. Any questions, please see Tina Young.
NJELC Food Bank ~ Approximately 70 families were served in the month of June. We thank everyone for the continued food and monetary donations during these challenging times. We are so grateful for the generosity of our community! Thank you!
A special thank you to all the hard-working volunteers
who help keep the NJ Food Bank operating!
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Thank you from Ron Muschlitz. . .thank you for all the letters, prayers, and well wishes.
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Thank you from ELCA: We are grateful of your special gift in support of ELCA ministries through Thrivent contributions. Thank you for your faithful gift—your partnership makes a difference!
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Thank you from ELCA: We are grateful of your special gift in support of ELCA World Hunger ministries. You are creating new beginnings. Thank you for sharing the hope of new life and the fullness of Christ's joy!
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Thank you to all our Frontline and Essential Workers!
FOR 2022 UPCOMING EVENTS
In an effort to keep email mass communication efficient, Council has agreed to send mass email information out once a week. The "Weekly Update" email will be sent out Thursday mornings at 7:30 a.m. Any requests during the week for an email blast will be captured in this weekly email. The weekly prayer list will continue to be sent out on Monday mornings. Thank you.
Technology Committee ~ I guess we could thank COVID for helping establish the Technology Committee at NJELC. The Parking Lot Service, live streaming on YouTube not to mention Facebook, and the church website have become a necessity in the 21st century in order to give our members different options to worship with us. It’s a changing world indeed, but we need to evolve in order to survive.
The Technology Committee oversees Live streaming, Facebook, Church website, sound system, and security cameras. Our mission is to use technology to
reach more people with our ministry and make it easier for congregational members to share information.
We have established a dedicated email for technology questions, picture sharing and digital storage. Many of you have pictures you may want to share with our church community. All pictures can be emailed to newjertech@gmail.com.
NOTE: Any picture sent to us is with the understanding we have permission to use it on social media or the church website.
The following people are part of the Technology Committee:
Bill Young: Committee Chairperson, Website, Live-Streaming, Equipment, and Security
Angela Fulmer: Live-Streaming, Pictures, and Facebook
Linda Weaver: Website and Pictures
Sharon Bender: Website, Live-Streaming, and Council Liaison
Caroline Skuba: Facebook and Pictures
Ben Fogel: Live-Streaming and Equipment
Kathy Fenstermacher: Facebook
Terry Ravier: Live-Streaming and Security
Tina McCardle has GIANT GIFT CARDS for sale and accepts cash or checks to NJELC. They come in $25, $50, or $100 amounts. Call her at 610-838-6784 to make arrangements. She usually has them on hand when you see her as well. It's an easy way to support our ministry at NJ which benefits our current budget. Thanks to the many who are regular participants!
Would be willing to participate? I usually have gift cards on hand, so when you see me, please ask to buy some gift cards. Cash or checks made out to NJELC are accepted. We will be dropping the Valley Farms Gift Card, as they recently were sold to another owner. Giant cards are available in $25, $50, and $100 denominations. Please contact me at cameron35@rcn.com or 610-838-6784 and we can make arrangements to have you purchase gift cards.
Thanks to everyone who regularly buys cards to support the ongoing ministry of New Jerusalem Church. ~ Tina McCardle
They make great gifts!
FOOD FOR FRIENDS ~ The Food For Friends (FFF) Ministry is one of those special ministries that happens behind the scenes. We have a small group of volunteers who give of their time and talent to feed the hungry. Food For Friends is a program based in Quakertown through the Richland Friends Church. The roots of FFF dates back to 1998 when Mary Miller, the Ag teacher at Upper Bucks County Technical School had a The rest is history, with six volunteer groups now sharing the load of providing a hot meal for anyone in need on the 2nd, 4th, and 5th Wednesday of every month.
Our NJELC Apples Church group covers 6 dinner events a year and has provided up to 150 to-go meals in one night. Prior to COVID, the groups would provide a sit-down meal and serve the patrons which also included some good conversation and fellowship. Everyone involved always tells me how wonderful the experience was for them. It’s enjoyable for me to see people help others and know we are making a difference in our community. If you are interested in helping with future events, please contact Bill Young via email: btyoung9396@gmail.com or
call 610-797-8440.
Property Committee Update ~ Our building fund project for the new handicap ramp and steps to the entrance of the nave is moving forward. We have been talking to contractors who will be doing the work and are waiting for quotes. Once we decide on the contract then we will need permits before work begins. We are hopeful this might happen in late summer or early fall. Our savings account for this project stands at $35,000. You may contribute to the Capital Campaign/Building Fund by noting on your check or envelope you would like your gift to go there. Thank you for all your support!
Please speak with any Property Committee member (Bill Bender, Bill Young,
Jere Reiss, Jesse Hart, Terry Ravier, Tina McCardle, and Russ Pacala), if you have questions.
If you are interested in helping, please see or call Phyllis Reiss (610-653-8655) or Tina McCardle (610-838-6784 / 484-223-6498)
to let them know if you can help.
Many hands make quick work! Thanks!
Philadelphia Vision Walk Team Vision Warriors ~ Kathy Fenstermacher received a Country Meats Beef Stick Order in conjunction with a Thrivent Action Team. In the order, Kathy has Sweet Annie Brown, Sweet Maple Bacon, Country Delight, Old Number Nine, Sweet BBQ, Bold Teriyaki, Original Smoked Hickory and Pepperoni. There will be some available at Yeager's Pharmacy at 654 Main Street in Hellertown costing $1.50 each. The sale benefits Philadelphia Vision Walk Team Vision Warriors for the Foundation Fighting Blindness and also benefits The Kindness Project in Emmaus.
Feel free to e-mail Kathy at kathyfenstermacher@gmail.com or text her (610-984-3489) to place an order, while supplies last. Kathy will try to have some with her at church.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR GRADUATES!
Gabrielle "Gabi" Miller recently graduated from Saucon Valley High School and is planning to attend Penn State University at University Park in the fall where she will study Digital Art. Blessings to you in your future endeavors, Gabi!
Katherine “Katie” Fogel is graduating from Southern Lehigh High School and will be attending Delaware Valley University in the fall to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in Wildlife Conservation and Equine Management and Instruction. Katie has excelled as an equestrian and in her Spurs N Burrs 4-H Horse and Pony Club. She has even achieved her Diamond which is comparable to an Eagle Scout. We are so proud of her!
Zachary “Zac” Fogel is graduating from Quakertown Christian School. Accepted into Pennsylvania State University, Zac will attend the Lehigh Campus until transitioning to University Park. Majoring in Anthropological Science and a minor in Archeology will be his educational path. Zac’s proud moments include achieving his Eagle Scout and Order of the Arrow as well as being inducted into the National Honor Society. Way to go, Zac!
Join us for the following Ice Cream Social Events at 7:00 p.m.:
JULY ~ Thursday, July 7, 2022—Bethlehem Dairy Store (The Cup)
Sunday, July 24, 2022—The Inside Scoop
AUGUST ~ Monday August 8, 2022—Rita's
Wednesday, August 31, 2022—Grida's
SEPTEMBER ~ Thursday, September 8, 2022—Owowcow Creamery
Tuesday, September 20, 2022—Vassi's
If possible, please wear a New Jerusalem, Thrivent Give Generously, or
Vacation Bible School shirt.
Any questions may be directed to Kathy Fenstermacher at kathyfenstermacher@gmail.com or 610-984-3489 (cell).
New Jerusalem Community Food Bank
Current Needs: Juice
Thank you for your contributions!
Food Bank Delivery: Friday, July 8, 2022
Distribution Days: Saturday, June 16 and 23, 2022 from 8:30–10:45 a.m.
Approximately 70 families were served in the month of June. We thank everyone for the continued food and monetary donations during these challenging times. We are so grateful for the generosity of our community! Thank you!
For more information about our Food Bank, please click here.
A special thank you to all the hard-working volunteers who help keep the NJ Food Bank operating and to our most generous community!
Thank you for making this community stronger!
A FAMILY FUN NIGHT for all ages:
Friday, July 8, 2022 starting at 5:45 p.m.
Come join the fun—Hot dogs for supper and
then we'll watch the movie, "The War With Grandpa"!
Due to the possibility of weather and video equipment safety,
we will host the event in the Upper Room.
Family Fun Night for all ages: Come join the fun, Movie Night and Hot dogs for supper. The Church will supply hotdogs, beverages, and popcorn. Invite friends and family. Bring a blanket or comfy chair(s) and a snack to share, if you choose.
Sign-up sheets are around the church or contact tsravier3@gmail.com.
Welcome all readers ~ We will be discussing the book, "Big Summer" by Jennifer Weiner. We will meet on Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. at the church. We plan to meet outside (weather permitting), so please bring a chair.
We will meet again on Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. We will be discussing the book, "The Book Women of Troublesome Creek" by Kim Michelle Richardson. We plan to meet outside (weather permitting), so please bring a chair.
Friends are welcome to join us, so pass the word!
If you have any questions, please contact Pat Leith by e-mail at p_j_leith@hotmail.com or call /text at 610-838-0427.
Prime Timers will meet on
Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at 12:00 noon.
This month we will be watching a movie!
A Sign-up Sheet will be posted in the Narthex.
All are welcome ~ hope to see you there!
For questions, please contact Loretta at 610-838-7428.
Let's Go To The Ball Game And Raise Funds For The Church ~ We signed up to help in the concession stands during two home Iron Pigs Games. The dates are July 22 and August 26, 2022. Please use the sign-up sheet located in Upper Room for your date. Deadline to sign up to volunteer is Friday, July 15, 2022.
Requirements are: Must be 14 years old or older, able to stand for long period of time, wear plain khaki pants or shorts, closed toe shoes, church shirt, arrive at 5:00 p.m. at stadium, wear baseball hat provided by Iron Pigs, stay until the end of shift/game and complete a waiver form. We will not know what we will be assigned until that day when we report. Sample of jobs would be making hot dogs, restocking food to box seats, registers, seating guests, etc. We are unable to pick what is assigned to us. If you have any questions, see Cindy Hart.
CALLING ALL INTERESTED YOUTH ~ An Acolyte Training Meeting will be held after worship on Sunday, July 24, 2022 to review responsibilities (lighting candles, distributing offering plates, etc.) and to practice.
If you are tall enough to reach the tops of the altar candles with the lighter, you are most welcome to serve the church in this way!
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL (VBS) PARTICIPANT AND VOLUNTEER UPDATE
Vacation Bible School (VBS) will be held at New Jerusalem Evan. Lutheran Church, 3233 Apples Church Road, Bethlehem, PA 18015 (610-838-0731) from
Sunday, July 31 through Thursday, August 4, 2022 from 6:00–8:30 p.m.
with the Rocky Railway Program.
COME AND JOIN THE FUN!
Vacation Bible School is open to all children who completed
kindergarten through sixth grade.
We hope you will come, we can't wait to see you, and for you to meet new friends!
There will be games, science, story time, snacks, and more!
For your convenience, below is the VBS Participant Registration Form (Word Version) for participants and may be turned in to Marianne Zellner or a VBS member.
VBS Participant Registration Form (1 per child): https://forms.gle/XqgQ9GuNHHd8kioNA
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CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS—AND WE THANK YOU! Adult and teen volunteers are still needed to help decorate, help with stations and as crew leaders. A Volunteer Meeting will be held on Sunday, July 17, 2022 at 11:30 a.m. Please sign up to help as soon as possible with the link provided or by emailing Marianne Zellner at beachbummez@ptd.net.
For your convenience, below is the VBS Volunteer Registration Form (Word Version) for volunteers and may be turned in to Marianne Zellner or a VBS member.
VBS Volunteer Registration Form: https://forms.gle/6kRmKRvcTq3EqspC7
The Christian Education Committee recently met to begin planning but we need your help. We would like to offer family dinner at 5:30 p.m., prior to the start of VBS, but in order to do that, we need either teams to plan, shop, prepare and serve each day, or someone to lead the effort with rotating volunteers for the week. We also need Crew Leaders to accompany the participants through the stations, someone to run the AV for the opening and closing segments, a decoration team, helpers for the Snack, Games, Science, Story Time and Games stations and registration table people.
To learn more about the 2022 Gathering postponement and the 2024 Gathering, please visit: elca.org/YouthGathering/COVID19.
POSTPONED The 2022 ELCA Youth Gathering and will be held 2024!
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Calling all high school youth to join us in 2024!
If you would like to read the Synod News, you may find it online at http://nepasynod.org/publications/synod-news/. The most current copy is posted on the bulletin board in the Narthex area.
2022 Altar Flower Sign-up Sheet is located in the Narthex or call the church office at 610-838-0731.
Altar flowers are a great way to honor or remember someone dear. A monetary amount has not been set, so we are asking for free will donations for the time being. Anyone wanting to donate towards these flowers may use the envelope that has been included with one’s offering envelopes.
UPDATE MEMBER(S) INFORMATION
I/we would like a call from Pastor Lisa Borrell. Yes or No
I/we would like to be removed from all correspondence. Yes or No
I/we would like to be removed or become inactive from the rolls. Removed or Inactive
I/we would like our information in the 2021 church directory. Yes or No
(If no, mark a P next to information that you want kept private—
for church record only)
First Name(s): _______________________________________ & _______________________________________
Last Name: ____________________________________________________________________________________
Mailing Address: ______________________________________________________________________________
City: _______________________________________________ State: _________ Zip: _____________________
Home Phone: __________________________________________________________________________________
Cell Phone(s): ________________________________________, ________________________________________
Email Address(s): ______________________________________, ______________________________________
List Family Members:
Name(s) Birthday(s)
(MM/DD/YY)
1. _____________________________________________________________ ___________________
2. _____________________________________________________________ ___________________
3. _____________________________________________________________ ___________________
4. _____________________________________________________________ ___________________
5. _____________________________________________________________ ___________________
6. _____________________________________________________________ ___________________
7. _____________________________________________________________ ___________________
Our bylaws B8.02.b: A confirmed member who does not attend church service, who does not partake in holy communion, and who has made no contribution of record to this congregation shall be classified as an inactive member without the right to vote.
What is Mutual Ministry at New Jerusalem? Did you know that there is a Mutual Ministry Committee here at New Jerusalem?
Mutual Ministry is loosely defined as the interaction between the pastor, professional staff, Church Council, and the congregation to foster communication and support between these three groups. Typical tasks of the Mutual Ministry Committee include providing a listening ear to each group and a means to interact in a confidential way to resolve issues that may arise between, and within, each group. The committee also assists Church Council in conducting an annual performance review of the Church’s professional staff, as well as providing input into creating and revising employee job descriptions.
Currently, this committee is comprised of three members (Tina Miller, Tina Young, and Tim Fulmer) who are appointed to serve a three-year term as approved by the Pastor and Church Council President. The committee is currently seeking additional members, so any interested members of the congregation are invited to contact Pastor Lisa; Church Council President, Marianne Zellner; or any current Mutual Ministry Committee member for more information.
Any member of the congregation that desires to seek assistance from the Mutual Ministry Committee may do so by contacting a member of the committee to arrange a meeting with the committee to discuss issues dealing with interactions with pastor/professional staff, Church Council, and/or other members of the congregation. All contact with the Mutual Ministry Committee is kept confidential between the parties involved in the issue; and the hopeful outcome of this process is to resolve the issue to the satisfaction of all parties.
Have you ever taken a photo* at a New Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran Church (NJELC) event?
We would LOVE to share your photos on the NJELC website and/or Facebook!
Send them to:
+ Facebook: Kathy Fenstermacher at kathyfenstermacher@gmail.com or
Caroline Skuba at carifrogs@gmail.com
+ NJ Website: Linda Weaver at weavers_1969@hotmail.com
*PLEASE NOTE: If you share photos, you are giving NJELC permission to post the photo publicly of all persons in the photograph(s).
Our Music Director, Edward L. Walakovits, is a skilled Organist and Choir Director with more than 30 years of experience. He is experienced in playing the pipe organ and piano. Ed has a working knowledge of liturgy and choral styles. He is an effective leader with an eye for developing and motivating choir members. Ed graduated from Moravian College with a Bachelor of Arts in Finance with a minor in Music.
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Choir rehearsals are held on Wednesday evening at 6:30 p.m.
PLEASE NOTE: Choir practice will be held on Sundays at
11:30 a.m. during Lent.
Feel free to join the choir—all voices and skill levels are welcome!
If you have any questions, please see Ed.
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The Worship and Music Committee is always looking for any and all volunteers who are interested in special singing, either solo or with others and/or playing an instrument for additional special music to enhance our worship service and should be coordinated with Ed Walakovits–Music Director.
Calling all volunteers … we are in great need of volunteers (ushers, greeters, lectors, and general helpers) for our
10:00 a.m. indoor worship services. A sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board in the Narthex area for those who would like to serve. Thank you!
Please provide your email address to both the church office at newjerelc@gmail.com and to Caroline Skuba at carifrogs@gmail.com so the electronic volunteer sign-up sheet link can be sent to you.
Prayer Shawls ~ There is a basket of beautiful handmade prayer shawls in the Narthex. If you know of someone who is having hard times (illness, sadness, troubles, or just because), please take one for them.
These shawls are meant to show a tangible message of God's love and the care and concern of friends from New Jerusalem.
Would you like to learn to Quilt?
If you would like to learn or already know how, please join our quilters on Tuesday mornings at 9:00 a.m. (CANCELLED DUE TO THE CORONAVIRUS)
Do you like to pray? Do you like to pray for others?
New Jerusalem has had a devoted prayer group to minister to people of our congregation, our extended families and neighbors, and outside concerns for many years. Many people were not aware of this ongoing ministry of the church. If you or someone you know needs prayers from this group or wishes to be a part of the group to pray, please do not hesitate to call Kathy Fenstermacher at
610-984-3489 or email her at kathyfenstermacher@gmail.com. She in turn will notify others in the group to add your request to the list for daily prayers on your behalf. Prayers can be made for an illness, surgery, death, or other reasons. The reason does not need to be stated or the type of illness or surgery. After the crisis has passed that name may be added to the church prayer list that is provided every Sunday in the bulletin. If someone just wants a name added to the church prayer list in the bulletin, please call and leave a message with the church office at 610-838-0731. Please indicate if you would like a phone call, home, or hospital visit from Pastor Lisa.
Any church member who is in need of meals during a time of illness, injury,
death, birth, or some other disability is welcome to contact Sharon Bender at
610-597-8764 or email her at sharoncbender63@gmail.com. She will arrange meals to be delivered to the family or person in need.
Thank you for being part of this ministry!
Volunteers Needed for our Fellowship Committee ~ The Fellowship Committee provides tasty treats for your enjoyment after worship every Sunday and is in need of additional volunteers to provide items. If you have any interest in providing an occasional snack for coffee hour, please see or get in touch with Tina Young. If you would like to team up with another family or a couple of people, we can work with you on doing that. If you would like to offer your assistance on setup and or clean up, that is welcome also.
I would first like to thank everyone who has ever led or helped with a coffee hour. Without your help, this time of fellowship would not be possible. As we move forward, I have updated and attached the current coffee hour duty list to reduce confusion and apprehension. We need more people to sign up for weekly coffee hour as leaders (who would organize a small group) and bakers (who would support current leaders). Please consider this important ministry that builds community in our church. Contact Tina Young at btyoung9396@gmail.com or
call 610-533-4977.
CANCELLED NJELC Ride Share ~ Consider adding your name to the NJELC Ride Share list, which will be distributed to our members who require home visitation, to be used in the event that they need a ride to a doctor's appointment, worship, or community event.
Sign up on the sign-up sheet in the Narthex or by contacting the church office at 610-838-0731.
CANCELLED Weston Nursing Home Visits in Hellertown ~ Participants may visit residents, play games, share stories, read to residents, etc. Dates and times are listed on a form in the Narthex, please sign up. Contact Robin Rooth-Fogel for more information or the church office at 610-838-0731.
New Jerusalem Church will hold periodic fundraising events for our veterans. Participants may visit residents, play games, share stories, read to them, or we can offer support. The congregation will be kept informed of the veterans we are helping. Any questions, contact Cindy Hart.
Welcome to Apple's Preschool at New Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran Church!
Our program consists of four classes designed to fit the needs of every student and their family. Through many learning activities, crafts, songs, books, and much more, children are engaged to learn their letters, numbers, colors, shapes, patterns, opposites, rhyming, sequencing, size, etc., along with writing skills. With a soft Christian environment children are guided through their days to share and care, while using their imaginations and energy to fill our spacious classroom with joy.
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It's finally beginning to feel like Spring,
so let's have a Spring Special for enrollment for the 2022–2023 school year!!!
There is still time to enroll you child/children in our 2022–2023 Three Year Old Class and the Pre-K Classes. Miss Shani can be reached at shani@rcn.com for preschool information and/or tours of the classroom.
Miss Shani and Miss Katrina will begin our 2022–2023 school year on Tuesday, September 6, 2022. We cannot wait to have our classroom operating again and we will be doing a Disney theme this year.
We are having an event at the Hellertown Area Library on Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at 11:30 a.m. We will be reading the book, "The Way I Feel", and chatting with the children about all kinds of emotions— how it's okay to feel these different emotions and how to handle our feelings when we are sad, afraid, or angry. Then we will do a coloring page activity and meet with the parents. This event is open to all children and families; past, present, and future.
Our Preschool Orientation Day will be on Tuesday, August 23, 2022: Our Three Year Old Class will be held from 10:00–11:00 a.m. and our PreK Class will be held from 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
We will be opening the day after Labor Day on Tuesday, September 6, 2022. We will be doing the Disney theme for the classroom. All are welcome!!!
Our schedule and tuition rates will be as follows:
Three Year Old Class to be held on
Mondays and Tuesdays from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. OR 12:30 to 3:00 p.m.
Tuition is $160/month
Pre-K Class to be held on
Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9:00–11:30 a.m. OR 12:30–3:00 p.m.
Tuition is $200/month
If you know of anyone that may be interested in becoming a substitute teacher, please let us know as soon as possible. We are looking for more people to join our team.
Please contact Miss Shani at shani@rcn.com with any questions, to request an application for enrollment or to schedule a tour to visit our spacious classroom.
Miss Shani, Preschool Director
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Apple's Preschool Classroom
Miss Shani
For more, click here to see our church website's Preschool tab.
You can also find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ApplesChurchPreschool.
May the beauty of God be reflected in your eyes, the love of God be
reflected in your hands, the wisdom of God be reflected in your words,
and the knowledge of God flow from your heart,
that all might see, and seeing, believe.
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Neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor rulers, nor things present,
nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus.
God, the creator, Jesus, the Christ, and the Holy Spirit, the comforter,
bless you and keep you in eternal love.
HAPPY SPRING!
The members of New Jerusalem Evangelical Lutheran Church wish you a blessed day and we pray that your day is filled with hope, love, peace, and good health!