. . . in November
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DON'T FORGET. . . TURN YOUR CLOCK(S) BACK ONE HOUR ON
SATURDAY EVENING, NOVEMBER 6, 2021!
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NEW JERUSALEM EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH SENDS
OUR BEST WISHES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
FOR A HAPPY, HEALTHY 2021!
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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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May God fill you will his New goodness every day and
may the love of Jesus overflow from you to others throughout the year!
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In case of a pastoral emergency,
please contact Pastor Lisa Borrell at 610-838-0731 or email MizLKB@aol.com.
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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.
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Any virus outbreak in the "in person" worshipping community will necessitate the
closing of the church until further notice when it is deemed safe to re-enter.
The Council understands if you do not feel comfortable attending in person worship just yet. We respect your decision and invite you to tune into the service (via the church’s website at Youtube livestream link) as it will be live streamed each Sunday.
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.
Monday, November 1, 2021
6:00–10:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
Tuesday, November 2, 2021
6:00–10:00 a.m.—CLOSED Church Office Hours
8:30 a.m.—Quilters
Wednesday, November 3, 2021
6:00–10:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.—Pastor Lisa's Office Hours
6:30 p.m.—Choir (see Mark Your Calendar below)
7:00 p.m.—Finance Committee Meeting
7:00 p.m.—AA
Thursday, November 4, 2021
6:00–10:00 a.m.—CLOSED Church Office Hours
10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.—Pastor Lisa's Office Hours
CANCELLED 1:00 p.m.—Cards
Friday, November 5, 2021
CLOSED Church Office
9:00 a.m.—Food Bank Delivery (see Mark Your Calendar below)
Saturday, November 6, 2021
CLOSED Church Office
1:00–4:00 p.m.—Tricky Tray Event (see Mark Your Calendar below)
Sunday, November 7, 2021
8:45 a.m.—Sunday School
9:30 a.m.—Children's Choir
10:00 a.m.—Worship Service ~ All Saints Sunday and Honoring Our Veterans
ONLINE (Youtube livestream link <--)
11:00 a.m.—NO Coffee/Fellowship Hour
11:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.—Tricky Tray Event (see Mark Your Calendar below)
6:00 p.m.—Confirmation Class
7:00 p.m.—AA
Monday, November 8, 2021
6:00–10:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
Tuesday, November 9, 2021
6:00–10:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
8 :30 a.m.—Quilters
7:00 p.m.—Church Council Meeting
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
6:00–10:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.—Pastor Lisa's Office Hours
6:00 p.m.—Food for Friends
6:30 p.m.—Choir (see Mark Your Calendar below)
7:00 p.m.—AA
Thursday, November 11, 2021
6:00–10:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.—Pastor Lisa's Office Hours
CANCELLED 1:00 p.m.—Cards
6:30 p.m.—Christian Education Committee Meeting
Friday, November 12, 2021
CLOSED Church Office
9:00 a.m.—Food Bank Delivery (see Mark Your Calendar below)
4:00 p.m.—(UR) Food Packing
Saturday, November 13, 2021
CLOSED Church Office
8:30–10:45 a.m.—DRIVE THROUGH PICK-UP Food Bank Distribution (see Mark Your Calendar below)
Sunday, November 14, 2021
8:45 a.m.—Sunday School
9:30 a.m.—Children's Choir
10:00 a.m.—Worship Service ~ 25th Sunday of Pentecost
ONLINE (Youtube livestream link <--)
11:00 a.m.—Coffee/Fellowship Hour
11:00 a.m.—Worship & Music Committee Meeting
1:00 p.m.—Bingo (see Mark Your Calendar below)
7:00 p.m.—AA
Monday, November 15, 2021
6:00–10:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
7:00 p.m.—SV Lions Club Meeting
Tuesday, November 16, 2021
6:00–10:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
8:30 a.m.—Quilters
12:00 noon—Prime Timers (see Mark Your Calendar below)
4:00–8:00 p.m.—Youth Gathering Fundraiser at McDonalds in Hellertown
(see Mark Your Calendar below)
Wednesday, November 17, 2021
6:00–10:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.—Pastor Lisa's Office Hours
6:30 p.m.—Choir (see Mark Your Calendar below)
7:00 p.m.—AA
Thursday, November 18, 2021
6:00–10:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.—Pastor Lisa's Office Hours
CANCELLED 1:00 p.m.—Cards
7:00 p.m.—Congregational Care & Outreach Committee Meeting
Friday, November 19, 2021
CLOSED Church Office
4:00 p.m.—(UR) Food Packing
Saturday, November 20, 2021
CLOSED Church Office
8:30–10:45 a.m.—DRIVE THROUGH PICK-UP Food Bank Distribution (see Mark Your Calendar below)
2:00–5:00 p.m.—Men's Dutch Oven Cooking Workshop
(see Mark Your Calendar below)
2:00–5:00 p.m.—Ladies Afternoon of Fun and Fellowship
(see Mark Your Calendar below)
Sunday, November 21, 2021
8:45 a.m.—Sunday School
9:30 a.m.—Children's Choir
10:00 a.m.—Worship Service ~ Christ the King Sunday ONLINE Worship (Youtube livestream link <--)
11:00 a.m.—Coffee/Fellowship Hour
6:00 p.m.—Confirmation Class
7:00 p.m.—AA
Monday, November 22, 2021
6:00–10:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
7:00 a.m.—November Angelus Deadline
Tuesday, November 23, 2021
6:00–10:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
8:30 a.m.—Quilters
Wednesday, November 24, 2021
6:00–10:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.—Pastor Lisa's Office Hours
CANCELLED 1:00 p.m.—Cards
6:30 p.m.—Choir (see Mark Your Calendar below)
7:00 p.m.—AA
Thursday, November 25, 2021
6:00–10:00 a.m.—CLOSED Church Office Hours
10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.—OUT OF THE OFFICE Pastor Lisa's Office Hours
CANCELLED 1:00 p.m.—Cards
Friday, November 26, 2021
CLOSED Church Office
Saturday, November 27, 2021
CLOSED Church Office
Sunday, November 28, 2021
8:45 a.m.—NO Sunday School
9:30 a.m.—NO Children's Choir
10:00 a.m.—Worship Service ~ 1st Sunday of Advent
ONLINE (Youtube livestream link <--)
11:00 a.m.—NO Coffee/Fellowship Hour
7:00 p.m.—AA
Monday, November 29, 2021
6:00–10:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
7:00 a.m.—November Angelus Deadline
Tuesday, November 30, 2021
6:00–10:00 a.m.—Church Office Hours
8:30 a.m.—Quilters
2022 Giving Envelopes ~ Starting Sunday, October 17, 2021, 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
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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.
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New Jerusalem Community Food Bank
Current Needs: Vegetable Soup & Crackers
Thank you for your contributions!
Food Bank Delivery: Friday, November 12, 2021 at 9:00 a.m.
(UR) Food Packing: Friday, November 12 and 19, 2021 at 4:00 p.m.
Distribution Days: Saturday, November 13 and 20, 2021 from 8:30–10:45 a.m.
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!
NJELC Food Bank ~ Approximately 51 families were served in the month of October. 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 ELCA ~ We are grateful of your special gift in support of ELCA World Hunger ministries. Through your generosity, you are joining hands with many others to equip households and communities to break the cycle of poverty and hunger, build up leaders for our church and for our future, and spread the good news of God’s love.
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Thank you to the organizers, volunteers, entertainment, bakers, and guests that made New Jerusalem's 1st Annual Apple Festival a success!
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Thank you from the Hellertown Post Office ~ A big thank you from the Hellertown Post Office to all who donated Halloween candy for the SV Spirit Parade.
The parade was a success!
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Thank you to the organizers and individuals that supported "Socktober"—Johnnie was overflowing!
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On behalf of the Tricky Tray Committee, we would like to thank everyone who helped or contributed in any way. We also want to thank all those who attended and supported the event, which was a great success.
We raised a profit of $2,705.25, which will be donated to the fund for the church Painting Project. The work will begin in early spring 2022. This was recently approved by the Church Council.
The best part was we also welcomed many visitors from the community. We got to meet some new people and everyone seemed to have a good time.
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Thank you to all our Frontline and Essential Workers!
FOR 2021—2022 UPCOMING EVENTS
The new 2021 Church Directory is available and a copy can be picked up in the Narthex. If you are unable to pick one up in person, please contact the church office at 610-838-0731.
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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.
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.
PLEASE NOTE: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE EVENT
Saturday, November 6. 2021 from 1:00-4:00 p.m. and Sunday, November 7, 2021 from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The drawings will be held after the event closes on Sunday. Winners will be called to arrange a time for pick up.
· This is a 2-day event; pick a day and time you want to come. You do not stay for the full times posted.
· A limited menu of food and drinks will be available to purchase inside the church. We will not have an area to sit inside and eat, so the food and drinks will be to take with you.
· Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Everyone must have a ticket to enter.
(MASKS ARE REQUIRED INSIDE. We will have extra masks to hand out to people, if needed).
· Your $10 or $15 ticket will get you 25 chances to put in a basket of choice.v Extra tickets, once inside the event, will be $5 for 25 more chances. vWe have ~100 themed baskets/prizes, for a variety of ages and interests, to select from.
· There will also be several special prizes (those chances will be extra: $1 each, 6/$5 & 15/$10). vThere will also be a 50/50 cash prize drawing.
· This is a walk-in, not a sit-down event. Put in your tickets, buy some chances and/or food for sale and then leave to make more room for other people to come in.
CALL AHEAD FOR TICKETS/QUESTIONS:
BARB B. (610) 442-8255; WANDA L. (610) 838-6007; FAYE K. (610) 838-8835.
Rita Frey (New Jerusalem member) called the Cantelmi-Long Funeral Home to find out if they are doing the Stockings for Soldiers program this Christmas season. They are not participating this year, but gave Rita the name of another local company who is doing it. The Unangst Tree Farm in Bath is doing it as part of their Pumpkin Season Business http://www.unangst-treefarm.com/stockings-for-soldiers. Rita was forwarded this link to get more information on how they are handling things. The response to this drive was very enthusiastic from our congregation in the past. Here are the options for donating:
If anyone is interested in this, the deadline is very tight already. Rita would be willing to take any donations directly to the Unangst Farm by 10/31/21. Her email address is rita.frey@rcn.com. The link provides a list of desired items or to provide money for postage to mail the items. The link will direct you to the national page with a donation list from the https://www.stockingsforsoldiers.org/.
Donations can be dropped off anytime at Unangst Tree Farms (Unangst Tree Farms, 7317 Bethlehem-Bath Pike, Bath, PA 18014) during their regular Pumpkin Season Business Hours (Monday-Friday 12P-5P and Sat/Sun 10 A-6 P). Unangst Tree Farms thanks you in advance for participating in their efforts to brighten a soldier's life while being away from family and loved ones during the Christmas Season! Donations MUST be at the farm by October 31st at 5 PM at the latest.
There is an option to order from Amazon & send things directly https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2GTE4I9HTO1VY?ref=cm_sw_em_r_wl_dp_yniTEcXOEqOYq, this link can also be found at the stockingforsoldiers website listed above.
Thank you!
ZACHARY FOGEL is working on his Eagle Scout project.
He will be cleaning the church basement here at NJELC. He is looking for someone to sponsor him with a Thrivent Action Team. Please contact Zachary at rrfogel@ptd.net or call 610-349-2586.
We are looking for empty paper towels or toilet paper cardboard rolls. Please bring them to church by November 15, 2021 and place in the red wash basket in Narthex.
Thank You, Congregational Care & Outreach Committee
ADVENT SEASON ~ Are you interested in doing a family Advent reading and lighting of the Advent candle this year? Please see the sign-up sheet on the Narthex bulletin board.
Christmas Ingathering News ~ We will be holding an abbreviated version of the Ingathering to get back on track with our Annual December Christmas Event.
It will be held at New Jerusalem Church on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 beginning at 8:00 a.m. Our donation is 35 men's or women's deodorant.
Please see Barbara Young for details.
HONORING VETERANS ~ Once again, we will be honoring our church family/friends that were or are in the military on Sunday, November 7, 2021. If you wish to add your family member or friend to the current list, please contact Cindy Hart at 484-548-3937 or cmh505@lehigh.edu.
Deadline for submitting your information will be Sunday, October 24th.
IT'S BACK! BINGO will be held on
Sunday, November 14, 2021 at 1:00 p.m.
Prime Timers will meet on
Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at 12:00 noon.
We will be celebrating Thanksgiving!
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.
Save the Date for Tuesday, November 16, 2021 for a McDonald's Fundraiser in Hellertown. All sales from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. will benefit our youth and Youth Gathering events at NJELC. Thank you for your consideration and support.
Please share with your friends. If you have any questions, please contact Kathy Fenstermacher.
MEN'S DUTCH OVEN COOKING WORKSHOP
(This is a Thrivent Action Team Educational Event!)
Date: Saturday, November 20, 2021
Time: 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Where: New Jerusalem Apples Church
What we’ll be doing: Men will be learning the joy of cooking with a Dutch oven.
At least 10 main course entrees and desserts will be created.
No Dutch oven, no problem—we have extras!
Email Bill Young at btyoung9396@gmail.com or sign up (posted in the Narthex bulletin board) no later than Sunday, November 13th.
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LADIES ~ YOUR HOLIDAY PREPARATIONS
Come out and join us for an afternoon of fun and fellowship!
Date: Saturday, November 20, 2021
Time: 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Where: New Jerusalem Apples Church
What does it mean to prepare for the holidays? Share your story with others while the men prepare their scrumptious Dutch Oven Dinner for us.
Sign up by November 13th or contact Terry at tsravier3@gmail.com.
Who's ready for a friendly competition?
We are having a Gingerbread "House" Competition. Let me know in person or by email (fulmera87@gmail.com) by November 14, 2021 to receive a gingerbread house kit. Use the kit as a starter for your own house. Feel free to add your own extras to make the house your own.
You will receive your kit on November 20/21 and your completed house needs to be dropped off at the church by December 5.
The congregation will be encouraged to vote for their favorite with quarters.
The voting will last for two weeks and then the winner will be announced on December 19. The winner will be able to choose a charity of their choice to donate the money collected. Let the challenge begin!
ATTENTION COMMITTEE LEADERS
Annual Reports need to be submitted to newjerelc@gmail.com by Sunday, November 21, 2021 for the Annual Congregational Meeting.
COMMITTEE CHAIR LIST
CCO: Tina Young
Technology: Bill Young
Worship and Music: Denise Hoffert
Property: Jere Reiss
Christian Education: Marianne Zellner
Food Bank: Tammy Welch
Preschool: Marianne Zellner
Endowment: Tim Frey
Fellowship: Tina Young
Altar Guild: Barbara Young
Finance: Terry Ravier
Mutual Ministry: Marianne Zellner
The Annual Congregation Meeting will be held on Sunday, December 12, 2021 immediately after the worship service. Please make every effort to attend.
January 2022: Annual Ladies Retreat
St. Francis Renewal Center will host small retreats with COVID guidelines.
The two major things are everyone must be fully vaccinated and you must stay the complete weekend. Everything is subject to change as winter approaches.
For now, this form is just a letter of interest not a payment commitment.
The weekend is January 21–23, 2022. The cost TDB later will be close to previous years $175.00 per person.
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ANNUAL LADIES RETREAT—St. Francis Renewal Center—January 2022
PLEASE NOTE: Return the form below to Terry Ravier or email tsravier3@gmail.com by September 19, 2021.
I (your name) _______________________________________ would like to have correspondence for the Women's Retreat.
Phone Number: ____________________________
Choice of Room (circle one): Single or Roommate. Roommate is cheaper.
After much prayer and consideration, we have decided to
postpone this summer’s 2021 ELCA Youth Gathering to 2022
due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
To learn more about the postponement and the 2022 Gathering, please visit: elca.org/YouthGathering/COVID19.
The 2022 ELCA Youth Gathering will be held July 24-28, 2022, in Minneapolis, Minnesota with the two pre-events, the Multicultural Youth Leadership Event (MYLE) and the tAble, scheduled for July 21-24, 2022.
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Calling all high school youth to join us in Minneapolis!
THE THEME IS. . .
Ephesians 3:14-21
14 For this reason I kneel before the Father, 15 from whom every family[a] in heaven and on earth derives its name. 16 I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, 17 so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, 18 may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, 19 and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God. 20 Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, 21 to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.
More information forthcoming.
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.
2021 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.
PLEASE NOTE. . .
Tina McCardle has VALLEY FARM GIFT CARDS available for purchase. They will come in either $25 or $50 amounts.
We are also continuing to offer GIANT GIFT CARDS too!
They come in $25, $50, or $100 amounts.
Tina McCardle has Giant and Valley Farm gifts cards for sale & accepts cash or checks to NJELC. Call her to 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!
They make great stocking stuffers too!
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.
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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August 18, 2021
Dear Parents and Students of Apple's Preschool,
Apple’s Preschool has made the very difficult decision to keep the preschool temporarily closed for the 2021-2022 school year due to the following: low enrollment due to mandatory masking guidelines, coupled with a low teaching staff. We plan to monitor the pandemic, and when restrictions lessen, we can discuss the reopening of the preschool.
Please keep Miss Denise and her family in your prayers as she takes this time to care for her parents. We also wish Miss Katrina well as she begins a full-time position at her other employer.
The decision to leave Apple’s Preschool was not an easy choice for either teacher.
We hope and pray for the day when we can open our classroom again to full classes with a complete staff to accommodate.
If you have any questions, please contact Miss Shani at shani@rcn.com
Be safe and healthy! 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.
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!