The
Epistle
June & July, 2014
Brothers and Sisters in Jesus,
In Ecclesiastes, chapter 3, we read, “There is an
appointed time for everything, and a season for
every affair under the heavens.” In listing the many events
and activities we participate in, this passage tells us there is a
particular time for everything in life.
My dear friends, it is time for me to move on, to begin
a new chapter in my ministry. I have received and accepted a
call to be the Pastor at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in
Kreidersville. I am therefore resigning from my call at St.
Paul’s effective June 30, 2014. My last Sunday with you will
be June 29, 2014.
This has not been an easy decision for me to make, but
God is leading me into new pathways. I realize that this new
call will provide me with new and exciting opportunities to
share the Gospel of our Lord with others and to walk with
others as together we journey with Jesus.
As I reflect on my years here at St. Paul’s, memories
come flooding back. There were all those joyous celebrations of baptisms, confirmations, and weddings. Then there
were times of grief and great sadness when together we
grieved the loss of loved ones. Weeklong VBS’s had fellowship hall ringing with the laughter of children and I can never
forget the spirit-filled retreat weekends with our youth. One
major highlight for me was our excellent music ministry. We
were truly blessed with beautiful concerts and cantatas. It
has been a privilege and an honor to have been able to share
these special moments with you.
Most importantly, I will remember and cherish the
wonderful friendships I have made while I’ve been here.
These are like precious jewels to me. Even though I may not
be your Pastor, I will always be your friend. I will continue
to pray for you and ask that you do the same for me.
St. Paul’s Lutheran
Church,
417 Howertown Rd,
Catasauqua, PA 18032
610-264-3221
Fax: 610-264-5732
Email:stpaulschurch@rcn.com
Web:www.stpaulscatasauqua.com
Child Care: 610-264-0190
Sunday Worship
8:00 am Holy Communion
9:00 am Sunday School
10:30 am Worship
1st & 3rd Sunday Holy Communion
Summer Worship - June 15
Services in Chapel
8:00 am Holy Communion
9:15am Worship
1st & 3rd Sunday Holy Communion
_______________________
Church Office Hours
Monday-Friday 9:00am-3:00pm
Sunday School
September-May 9:00am
Child Care Center
Monday-Friday 7:30am-5:30pm
_______________________
Church Staff:
Pastor: Rev. Gary Walbert,
Pastor Emeritus:
Rev. Dr. Hartland H. Gifford
Dir. Music: open
Office Admin: Charleen Burik
Treasurer: Paul Peters
Financial Sec: Debbie Stewart
Dir. Child Care: Margaret Bossons
Sexton: Norbert Huber
Congregation Council
Robert Bastian
Tom Danner
Helene Sterner - Secretary
Kerry Lewis – Vice President
Kay Muehlberger
Doug Newhard- President
Laurie Perna
Robin Ruch
Helene Sterner
(4) Open
As always,
In His hands,
Pastor Gary
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Rev. Gary L. Walbert
407 Bridge Street
Catasauqua, Pa 18032
May 28, 2014
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
I have received and accepted a call to be Pastor at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Kreidersville, Pa.
Therefore, I hereby resign as Pastor of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Catasauqua, Pa, effective June 30, 2014.
My last Sunday with you will be June 29, 2014.
It has been a privilege to serve as your Pastor. I will continue to pray for you. I ask you to do the same
for me.
Yours in Jesus,
Pastor Gary L. Walbert
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Council Highlights
* A motion was made and carried to approve the following students to receive HYFAD
awards of $50.00 each. They are Jacob DeAngeles, Libby Buss and Lauren Dixon.
Awards will be awarded on June 1.
* A motion was made and carried to approve the following student’s to be confirmed on
June 8: Allison Dixon, Linda Houck, Madison MacHose, Hannah Matchette,
Brittain Shander, Bree Sheldon and Carol Williams.
* A motion was brought forth by the Property Committee to approve the renewal of the
annual H.T. Lyons boiler service contract at a cost of $3,408. Motion was seconded and
approved by Council.
* A motion was brought forth by the Property Committee to approve the grass cutting
contract to be awarded to Boyer Lawn Service. Motion was seconded and approved by
Council.
* A motion was made and carried to put Preliminary Parsonage Study in next Epistle
newsletter with request to have any questions be submitted in writing, signed and forward
to council.
Treasury Report
Each one must give as he has decided in his
heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for
God loves a cheerful giver - 2 Corinthians 9:7
Jan-April YTD Financial Update
Weekly Envelopes
Budgeted: $37,632
Received: $30,248
Actual YTD
Income: $183,458
Expense: $187,024
-3,566
Endowment Fund Loan: $63,339
Balance: $46,502
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Fundraising Committee
Child Care Center News
June has arrived and our summer begins. We say
“Good-bye” to a few of our friends and Welcome
back some old friends.
During the month of June we will hold Kindergarten
Graduation on Wednesday, June 4th, with a Program
of song & poems by our Graduates. Their parents
will join us for hotdogs and cake after the program.
Our Summer Program begins on Monday, June 16th,
which means all of the children will enjoy the sprinklers or the Catty Pool. Our PreK class will hold a
Carnival this month. All the classes will have a specified time to go to the PreK class to play their Carnival
games. This month also holds a special day for our
dads, so I want to wish them a Happy Father’s Day.
During the month of July, we will celebrate Independence Day by wearing RED, WHITE, & BLUE!
Our School Age Class will hold a Fiesta; they will be
busy making Piñatas. We cannot forget celebrating
Christmas in July, Santa will send special little gifts
for the children and we will make a Christmas Craft,
eat Chocolate Chip cookies, and drink Chocolate
Milk, while we listen to a Christmas story.
Summer is the time for all of our Children to enjoy
the outdoors and to relax. We want to wish everyone
a very pleasant summer, won’t complain about the
heat because we don’t want a repeat of last winter
Happy Father’ Day and have a safe and enjoyable
Summer.
Margaret Bossons
The fundraising committee is about halfway through
the year with its fundraisers. We have been very successful so far only because of all of you great members who are willing to give of your time, talents and
financial resources. St. Paul’s is very grateful for all
of your efforts. We have made on approximate profit
of around $5,000 thus far.
Thanks again.
As we enter the second half fundraising phase, we are
looking forward to much of the same and then some.
Coming up on the 14th of June is our annual Yard
Sale from 8:am to 1pm. You may park your car in
the back of your assigned space. Please bring your
own table and chairs. We cannot provide electricity.
Items can be donated to our church to benefit the
church. The church will have many items for sale
such as tables, chairs, electric typewriter, typewriter
stand, plus much more. There will be refreshment
available. In the event of inclement weather, we’ll
move into the Fellowship Hall. Contact the church
office for a registration form at 610-264-3221.
Looking ahead: Please reserve the following dates as
we have a fantastic lineup of fundraisers.
September 13: 3rd Annual Apple Fest. 10am-2pm.
Octobert 4: 2nd Annual Chicken Dinner Theatre.
4:30-6:30pm with entertainment starting at 6:30pm
October 12: Longaberger Basket Bingo
November 23: Thanksgiving Basket Raffle
November 29: Annual Holly Fair. 9am2pm
December 21: Christmas Basket Raffle
Congratulations to Holly Cope – the winner of our
Memorial Picnic Raffle.
For more information about our Child Care Center, go to our website
www.stpaulscatasauqua.com and click on Child Care Center button.
Also there, you can check out their link to their new Facebook page.
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August
On June 8th, our church will confirm 7
young adults into the membership of St.
Paul’s. Through their confirmation process,
these young teenagers will not only become
members of our church; but they will become members of the Body of Christ.
So, it is with great honor that we welcome
the following into our fold as full members
of the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and wish
them well as they now embark on a lifelong
journey following Jesus.
Allison Dixon, Linda Houck,
Madison MacHose
Hannah Matchette, Brittain Shander
Bree Sheldon, Carol Williams
Deadline: July 11
Epistle Volunteers: July 18
If you would like to put an article or announcement in our newletter, please contact
Charleen. Request: If you are able, please
E-mail your articles to Charleen, Office
Admin at stpaulschurch@rcn.com
E-Mail me the Epistle!
Help us cut down the cost of postage by
getting your Epistle newsletter by e-mail
Just send your request via an email to church
office at stpaulschurch@rcn.com
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HYFAD Awards
On May 19, the following students have
been selected to receive a HYFAD (Helping Youth Find A Direction) award:
Elizabeth Buss, Lauren Dixon,
Jacob DeAngeles
For all you Smartphone users: We
can easily email your Epistle directly to
your smartphone (PDF format) so you can
enjoy it anytime, anywhere. Just email us at
stpaulschurch@rcn.com or call church office and let us know where you want us to
send it.
Don’t forget you can also get our EPISTLE
newsletter and up-to-date church information on our website too
www.stpaulscatasauqua.com ……and…….
check St. Paul’s Facebook page too!
So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed, John 8:36
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Upcoming Events
June 8: Confirmation
June 14: St. Paul’s Yard Sale,
June 15: Father’s Day - Summer church worship schedule begins. Service will be at 8:00am
& 9:15am in the chapel.
June 27- July 6: Catasauqua Old Home Week.
Sunday, June 29: The Catasauqua Park will be
the site of crafters, art, music, and community
worship Svc.
July 4: Church Office Closed
July 11: Epistle Deadline
July 18 Epistle Volunteers:
July 27 –August 1: VBS
Chapel Worship Service Survey
Recently, people have inquired about time
change for our second worship services in the
chapel during the summer months. Please
note this survey does not affect our 1st worship service at 8:00am.
Which service time would you be in favor of?
Please check box below with your preference.
_______ 9:15am
_______ 10:30am
Return survey in collection plate or any council member.
Thank you for your consideration in this
matter,
Helene Sterner,Council member
ST. PAUL’S 2014 YARD SALE
& BAKE SALE
SATURDAY, JUNE 14, 2014
St. Paul’s Church,
417 Howertown Rd., Catasauqua
8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Set-Up Begins @ 6 AM
Sales Start @ 8 AM
The St. Paul’s Fundraising Committee is
holding a Yard Sale and Bake Sale on Saturday,
June 14. We’ll also be selling breakfast and lunch
items from our kitchen. The sales will be held in our
parking lot and on the front lawn of the church. In
the event of inclement weather, we’ll move indoors
to Fellowship Hall. Proceeds will benefit the St.
Paul’s General Fund and the Salvation Army in Allentown.
YARD SALE. The cost to rent one space in
our lot is $15.00. Almost anything goes, but we are
limiting the number of commercial vendors (i.e.
Longaberger, Pampered Chef, etc.) You may park
your car in the assigned parking space then set up
your wares in front of your car. Please bring your
own table and chairs as St. Paul’s will NOT be
providing them or electricity. We’ll be advertising
this event in local newspapers, on various social media sites, and posting flyers at area businesses. If you
would like to rent a space, please complete the Yard
Sale Registration Form along with your payment to
the Church Office (417 Howertown Rd) Attention:
Bob Bastian - OR - you may put your completed
Registration form with your payment attached in the
offering plate.
BAKERS - WE NEED YOU TOO!! If you would
like to donate some of your delicious, homemade
baked goods to our Bake Sale, please bring them to
the Chapel Breezeway the morning of Saturday,
June 14th, between 6 a.m. and 7:30 a.m.
If you have any questions, please call Bob
Bastian (610-266-4287)) or the Church Office
(610-264-3221).
THANK YOU!!
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St. Paul’s 2014 Yard Sale Registration Form
Saturday, June 14, 2014
St. Paul’s Church, 417 Howertown Rd., Catasauqua
8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Set-Up Begins @ 6 AM
Sales Start @ 8 AM
Name:
________________________________________________________________________________________
Address: ____________________________________ City ___________________ State/Zip _____________
Phone: ________________________
Email: __________________________________________
Description of Notable Sale Items: (We do NOT guarantee inclusion of your items in our ads):
____________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________
The cost to rent one 9’ x 10’ space in our parking lot is $15.00. You may also park your car in our lot behind
your assigned space. Please bring your own tables and chairs as St. Paul’s will NOT provide them or electricity. We’ll be advertising this event in local newspapers, on various social media sites, and posting flyers at area
businesses. In the event of inclement weather, the Yard Sale will be moved indoors. Your set-up time will be
provided by or before June 13th.
Space rented to Commercial Vendors (Longaberger, Pampered Chef, etc.) is limited. In order to participate as
a Commercial Vendor, you must have products on hand to sell. You may not take orders at the Yard Sale, but
feel free to hand out your business cards.
Registration Fees:
#_______ of Spaces @ $15/each:
Total Amount Due:
$_______________
$_______________
Please make check payable to: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. All Proceeds benefit the
St. Paul’s General Fund and the Salvation Army in Allentown.
Please Mail Completed Registration and Payment to:
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
Attn: Bob Bastian
417 Howertown Road
Catasauqua, PA 18032
If you have not provided an email address, please enclose a self-addressed, stamped
envelope with your completed Registration so we may mail you Yard Sale Rules & Info.
Registration deadline is Friday, June 6, 2014
If you have questions, please contact Bob Bastian at 610-266-4287 or kraftman2003@rcn.com or
Church Office at 610-264-3221.
Thank You
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St Paul‘s Committees &
Volunteer Directory
Summer is very nearly upon us! It’s just about time
to make the transition to our summer schedule here
at St. Paul’s church.
Our summer worship services will begin on Sunday, June 15th. From then until Labor Day, all
worship services will be held in our air-conditioned
and wheelchair-accessible chapel.
 Spoken Holy Communion will still be celebrated
every Sunday at 8:00 a.m.
 Second worship service will be held at 9:15 a.m.
Holy Communion for this service will continue to
be celebrated on the first and third Sundays of each
month
Acolytes: Laurie Perna
Altar Guild: Jackie Younger
Child Care: Kay Muehlberger
Christian Ed: Amanda Dungan
Communion Assist: Laurie Perna
Epistle: Charleen Burik
Finance: Brynn Layton
Fundraising: Bob Bastian
Greeters: Kay Muehlberger
Lectors: Judy Donchez
Memorials: Betty MacHose
Prayer Chain: Bette MacHose
Property: Bob Bastian
Scouts: Al Renn/Mark Weaver
Social Ministry/Evangelism: June Hahn
Stewardship: Laurie Perna
Worship: Kerry Lewis
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Hospital Visits
If you or someone you know is admitted
into the hospital, it is very important to
notify the church as soon as possible.
You can do this by either calling the
church office directly or informing the
hospital upon admittance that you are a
member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
and they will list you under our Pastoral
Code 312. If you are admitted into a Rehabilitation facility, please inform the
church office as well. Without either of
these notifications, Pastor will not know to
visit you and you will not be added on to our
prayer chain
Honor a loved one, give thanks for an anniversary or
accomplishment, or commemorate a loved one’s birthday
or death by sponsoring flowers for our altar or by sponsoring our church bulletins. If you would like to celebrate
in this way, please fill out a Altar Flower and/or Bulletin
Dedication form along with payment of $40/$15 & submit to church office. Dedication forms are in the Narthex
DEDICATIONS
FLOWERS($40) BULLETINS ($15)
6/1
open
open
6/8
Stauffer
open
6/15 Spieker
open
6/22 open
open
6/29 Younger
open
DEDICATIONS
FLOWERS($40) BULLETINS ($15)
7/6
open
open
7/13 open
open
7/20 open
open
7/27 open
open
2 Corinthians 3:17: Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom
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Ways to help St. Paul’s & Our Community
Catasauqua Food Bank Needs:
* Baby food * Diapers * Wipes
Drop off your donations for the Food Pantry in the
shopping basket in the Church Narthex
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Celebrations June & July
Jesus said, “I am the Light of the World”.
May the birthday candles that represent the years of your life be a reflection to others of your love for Christ.
6/2
6/4
6/4
6/6
6/6
6/6
6/7
6/7
6/7
6/7
6/7
6/8
6/9
6/9
6/11
6/11
6/13
6/13
6/15
6/15
6/15
6/15
6/15
Amy Heffner
Jeremy Fye
Robert Zakos
Allison Gillette
William Lower Sr
Alison Mengel
Michael Burgher
Jesse Buss
Tina Dixon
Kathy Horvath
Traci Reitz
June Hahn
Adam Dumbach
Elijah Sutter
Amy Hillegass
Bonnie Kelly
Lewis Heller
John Kalynych
James Alexander
Ryan Frantz
Laura Gerhard
Victoria Huggan
David Spieker
6/16
6/17
6/17
6/19
6/20
6/20
6/21
6/23
6/24
6/25
6/28
6/29
6/29
Erica Wassum
Kayla Carl
Robert Shipe Jr.
Alicia Kesack
Deborah Frey
Sheri Karnish
Tricia Huber
Stephanie Shook
Ashley Romig
Steven Bowen
Austin Phillips
Isabella Casner
Ronald Sandt
7/1
7/3
7/3
7/4
7/4
7/5
7/5
7/6
7/6
Gary Walbert
Jane Breslin
Michael Younger
Ryan Huber
Judith Taniser
Gary Bowen
Carol Kindt
Kayla James
Joann Lambert
7/6
7/6
7/6
7/7
7/7
7/8
7/9
7/10
7/11
7/11
7/11
7/12
7/12
7/12
7/12
7/13
7/14
7/14
7/14
7/16
7/17
7/17
7/19
Olivia Matchette
Aaron Smith
Courtney Vanek
Tabitha Dawkins
Audrey MacHose
Linda Lambert
Cynthia Bass
Jaxon Cole
Kristine Garner
Kaylah Hoh
Jordan Nichols
Elizabeth Buss
Brian Panasik
Denise Reiner
Lauren Wassum
Heather Ackerman
Alexa Bailey
Jamie Klaum
Elijah Voorhees
Norbert Huber
Gavin Frankenfield
Nathan Scholl
Nicole Massey
7/21
7/21
7/21
7/22
7/23
7/24
7/24
7/24
7/24
7/25
7/26
7/26
7/26
7/27
7/27
7/28
7/28
7/29
7/30
7/31
7/31
Jill Hersh
Katie Hirner
Carter Weinhofer
Gregory Hoch
Angela Shook
Patricia Gillette
Carol Hartranft
Ashley Heffner
Robert Zakos
Thaddeus Karnish
Barbara Keiser
Dennis Liberto
Faye Steckel
Amanda Dungan
Jean Golomb
Calla Shander
Matthew Steidel
Michelle Sparacello
Edward Weinhofer
Sarah Oplinger
Gary Wassum
Special Birthdays
A few of our seniors will be celebrating birthdays this month. Please take the time to remember them with a
card or note
6/11
6/12
6/14
6/17
6/21
6/22
6/30
William Shipe
Paul Strausser
Elizabeth MacHose
Frank Peck
Morris Bartholomew
Richard Lambert
R. William Younger
91
97
90
98
81
78
79
4801 NW 34th St, Apt. 405, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33319
32 Bayberry Road, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229
534 Third St, Apt. 612, Catasauqua, PA 18032
841 North 24th Street, Allentown, PA 18104
731 Second Street, Catasauqua, PA 18032
4572 Greenfield Road, Bethlehem, PA 18017
316 St. John Street, Catasauqua, PA 18032
7/2
7/5
7/6
7/11
7/13
7/14
7/15
7/29
Shirley Boyer
Donald Lafaw
Lee Schleicher
Mary Gries
Eli Lambert Jr
Darlene George
Joan Bartholomew
Earl Spengler
79
77
81
93
86
76
77
80
1029 6th St. Apt. 112, Whitehall, PA 18052
300 Adriana Court, Northampton, PA 18067
308 Walnut Street, Catasauqua, PA 18032
2157 Lincoln Avenue, Northampton, PA 18067
546 Fourth Street, Catasauqua, PA 18032
RD #4 1579 E Race St, Allentown, PA 18103
731 Second Street, Catasauqua, PA 18032
515 Penn Street, Catasauqua, PA 18032
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Sharing the Good News!
Do you have any good news in your family? Any
news, any exciting happenings? What do I mean births, engagements, a new job, a great accomplishment for one of your family members. Tell us
so we can celebrate with you. Good News is not for
offering thank you’s, rather it is an opportunity for
you to let us know about the joyful things in your
lives.
Libby Buss graduated from Liberty
High School and will be attending college
at American University in Washington DC
to major in Business & Marketing
Lauren Dixon graduated from
Northampton Sr. High School and will be
attending college at DeSales University
Jacob DeAngeles graduated from
Northampton High School and will be attending college at Temple University to
get a B.S. in Business specializing in
Tourism and Hospitality.
Amanda DeAngeles graduated in December 2013 from Kutztown University with a
B.S. in Anthropology and Sociology and
is attending Kutztown University for her
Masters’ in Education.
Bruce Bastian, a Deputy Sheriff with
Lehigh County was recently promoted to
Sergeant. Bruce is the son of Robert Bastian.
6/6
6/7
6/8
6/9
6/16
6/18
6/21
6/24
6/26
6/28
6/28
Rebecca & James Urban
Richard & Joann Lambert
Robert & Coreena Sterner
Scott & Debra Stewart
Gary & Stefanie Wassum
Raymond & Diane Laubach
Kathy & John Horvath
Barry & Faye Steckel 53
Douglas & Diane Newhard
Warren & Debra Hoffman
Clinton & Diane Phillips
5
56
12
30
2
48
39
7/1
7/9
7/10
7/19
7/21
7/24
7/28
7/28
7/30
David & Heather Hudson
William & Marie Lower Sr
Debra & Ravi Shankar
Willet & Catherine Thomas
Scott & Jean Golomb 24
Glenn & Angela Shook
Walter & Gloria Jones
Edward & Janet Searfass
James & Donna Williams
8
54
16
34
26
28
23
10
52
58
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A special prayer for God’s loving
guidance, blessings and happiness as
Claire Reily Synder is to be baptized
Cradle Roll.
"Train up a child in the way he
should go and when he is old, he
will not depart from it"
(Proverbs 22:6).
Our newest inductees is:
Claire Reily Synder
Kitty Williams on the birth of greatgrandson, Gavin Jude Groff, born on May
9, 2014. Gavin is the son of Jennifer &
Nathan Groff.
Emily Golden & Jeff Synder on the birth
of her daughter Claire Reily Snyder on
April 29
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June
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
1
2
3
7pm Property
4
5
6
7
8:00 Comm
10:30 Comm
7p Worship
7pm Scouts
8 Pentecost
8:00 Comm
10:30Comm
Confirmation
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7p Stewrdship
7pm Scouts
10
11
12
7pm Finance
7pm Cub Pack
13
6:30 Fundraising
14
Yard Sale
8am -1pm
15 Holy Trinity
8:00 Comm
9:15 Comm
Father’s Day
16
7pm Scouts
7pm CYSA
17
7pm Child
Care
18
19
7pm Cub Pack
20
21
22
8:00 Comm
9:15 Worship
23
7pm Council
7pmScouts
24
25
26
7pm Cub Pack
27
28
29
9:15 Worship
30
JULY
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
1
2
7pm Property
3
8
10
7pm Finance
9
Fri
Sat
5
4
church
office closed
6
8:00 Comm
9:15 Comm
7
7pmWorship
13
8:00 Comm
9:15 Worship
14
15
16
7p Stewardship 7pmpm Child
Care
17
20
8:00 Comm
9:15 Comm
21
7: CYSA
7pm Council
22
23
24
27
8:00 Comm
9:15 Worship
28
29
30
11
12
6:30pm Fundraising
Epistle Deadline
18
19
9am Epistle
Volunteers
25
26
6:00pm - 8:00pm Vacation Bible School
Don’t forget you can view our calendar on-line by visiting our website www.stpaulscatasauqua.com and click on Calendar link
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Serving at St. Paul's
J
DATE
LECTOR
COMM. ASSTS.
6/1
8:00 AM
-
8:00 AM
Pat Gerber
U
6/8
8:00 AM
8:00 AM
J. Mooney
L. Reitz
10:30 AM
L. Anglestein
10:30 AM
9:15 AM
Judy Buss
9:15 AM
Adam Reinhart
9:15 AM
8:00 AM
9:15 AM
Pat Gerber
8:00 AM
Bob Bastian
9:15 AM
-
8:00 AM
Alyssa Cantrel
9:15 AM
Calla Shander
8:00 AM
9:15 AM
9:15 AM
9:15 AM
Mark Weaver
9:15 AM
TBD
-
9:15 AM
Gavyn MacHose
9:15 AM
9:15 AM
DATE
LECTOR
COMM. ASSTS.
GREETERS
ALTAR GUILD
7/6
8:00 AM
-
8:00 AM
Paula Kesack
8:00 AM
Andrew Kalynych
8:00 AM
9:15 AM
Al Renn
8:00 AM
-
9:15 AM
Al Renn
8:00 AM
Bob Bastian
9:15 AM
Brian Panasik
8:00 AM
Eddie Forstoffer
9:15 AM
9:15 AM
Sonny Heil
9:15 AM
-
9:15 AM
Gabe DelRe
9:15 AM
8:00 AM
-
8:00 AM
Robin Ruch
8:00 AM
Alison Mengel
8:00 AM
9:15 AM
Donna Sheckler
9:15 AM
Jessica Kirkpatrick
9:15 AM
Gavyn MacHose
9:15 AM
8:00 AM
9:15 AM
Paula Kesack
8:00 AM
Doug Newhard
9:15 AM
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8:00 AM
Hope Eisenhard
9:15 AM
Calla Shander
8:00 AM
8:00 AM
J. Mooney
L. Reitz
9:15 AM
L. Anglestein
8:00 AM
J. Falko
R. Ruch
9:15 AM
T. Bastidas
L. Miller
8:00 AM
P. Gerber
D. Stewart
9:15 AM
B. Rabenold
D. Williams
8:00 AM
9:15 AM
9:15 AM
6/29
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ALTAR GUILD
9:15 AM
Kay Muehlberger
6/15
6/22
J
8:00 AM
Hope Eisenhard
Allison Mengel
10:30 AM
10:30 AM
10:30 AM
Jessica Kirkpatrick
Mark Weaver
Gavyn MacHose
Calla Shander
8:00 AM
8:00 AM
8:00 AM
Paula Kesack
Andrew Kalynych
Bob Bastian
Eddie Forstoffer
10:30 AM
10:30 AM
10:30 AM
Christopher Bastidas Al Renn/Doug Newhard
Gabe DelRe
Robin Ruch
Brian Panasik
8:00 AM
8:00 AM
8:00 AM
Robin Ruch
Alison Mengel
GREETERS
8:00 AM
J. Falko
R. Ruch
10:30 AM
T. Bastidas
L. Miller
8:00 AM
P. Gerber
D. Stewart
9:15 AM
B. Rabenold
D. Williams
8:00 AM
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ACOLYTES
7/13
L
7/20
Y
7/27
ACOLYTES
8:00 AM
10:30 AM
8:00 AM
8:00 AM
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June & July
Worship Services
June 1 7th Sunday of Easter
8:00 a.m. – Spoken Holy Communion
10:30 a.m. – Holy Communion
June 8 Day of Pentecost
8:00 a.m. – Spoken Holy Communion
10:30 a.m. – Holy Communion/
Confirmation Day
Services held in Chapel
June 15
The Holy Trinity
Father’s Day
8:00 a.m. – Spoken Holy Communion
9:15 a.m. – Holy Communion
June 22
2nd Sunday after Pentecost
8:00 a.m. – Spoken Holy Communion
9:15 a.m. – Worship
June 29
3rd Sunday after Pentecost
9:15 a.m. – Holy Communion
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July 6
4th Sunday after Pentecost
8:00 a.m. – Spoken Holy Communion
9:15a.m. – Holy Communion
God Gives More than Enough
It is the "first day of the week" (John 20:19), the day of
the new creation, but to those locked away in the upper
room in fear, the world is as it always has been. So entrenched are they in the ways of grief and guilt that the
Risen One in their midst needs to offer his life-giving
invitation twice: "Peace be with you." The logic of the
new age is peace, not retribution; forgiveness, not
vengeance. With the invitation to new life comes also
the means: the gift of the Holy Spirit, breathed upon
them and within them. Just as the Father sent Jesus into
the world, so now are these disciples sent as witnesses to
God's saving work.
Pentecost is therefore the crowning achievement of the
Jesus story. Now, more than ever, these huddled disciples would have just cause to sing the "Dayenu" ("It
would have been enough") verses from the Passover
seder meal, but revised: It would have been enough for
the Word and wisdom of God to have been born in the
flesh . . . Dayenu! It would have been enough for the
Word to grow to adulthood and share his stunning parables about God's gracious activity in the world . . .
Dayenu! It would have been enough for this Word to say
to his enemies, "Father, forgive them" . . . Dayenu! It
would have been enough for this Word to have died on a
cross for us . . . Dayenu! It would have been enough that
he rose again in blessing, not vengeance ... Dayenu!
But now, beyond what we would even expect—the
Word becomes our word and it is written on our hearts at
Pentecost . . . Dayenu! It is enough, and more than
enough to enflame our ministry of reconciliation in a
world in need of a healing word
July 13
5th Sunday after Pentecost
8:00 a.m. – Spoken Holy Communion
9:15 a.m. – Worship
July 20
6th Sunday after Pentecost
8:00 a.m. – Spoken Holy Communion
9:15 a.m. – Holy Communion
July 27
7th Sunday after Pentecost
8:00 a.m. – Spoken Holy Communion
9:15 a.m. – Worship
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Summer, 2014
June & July
A monthly publication of
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
417 Howertown Road
Catasauqua, PA 18032
610-264-3221
Church Office Hours
Monday-Friday
9:00am-3:00pm
May the hammock
Sunday School
September-June
9:00am
Child Care Center
Monday-Friday
7:30am-5:30pm
be soft and the book absorbing
Have a happy and safe summer, St. Paul’s Church Council
HAS ANY OF YOUR INFORMATION CHANGED RECENTLY?
If you move, changed phone or cell numbers, email addresses, or add members to your household, it is
very important that you let the church office know so we can update all our information! It’s costly to
have mail returned to the church due to incorrect or insufficient addresses. Even if the mail is forwarded,
the church will be billed for the forwarding process. If you need to update any of your information, please
stop by church office or call 610-264-3221
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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
417 Howertown Rd, Catasauqua, Pa
JULY 27 – AUGUST 1, 2014 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Gangway to Galilee VBS will take us on and around the Sea of Galilee with five accounts of Jesus’ ministry
there. By grace through faith, Jesus, God’s own Son our Savior, calls us, teaches us, keeps us safe, saves us, and
provides all we need now and forever. That’s amazing grace!
Registration is open for ages PreK – 6th graders who will attend VBS from Sunday, July 27th to Friday, August
1, 2014, 6:00 – 8:00pm and dinner will be available to any child from 5:30 to 6:00pm. Don’t miss the boat! Set
sail with us to sing fun songs, do crazy crafts, eat yummy snacks, play awesome games, and more. Plus, you’ll
learn all about Jesus our Savior and His amazing grace! Can’t wait to see you there!
Register now for Gangway to Galilee Vacation Bible School! Fill out the registration form in this newsletter
and return to church office. For information, contact Diane Newhard at 610-442-6610 or call church office at
610-264-3221, or go to our website: www.stpaulscatasauqua.com.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Connect Children with God’s Eternal Good News at VBS: Every child needs to hear the Good News that
Jesus their Savior calls us, teaches us, keeps us safe, saves us, and provides all we need by His amazing grace
through faith. At Gangway to Galilee VBS, you will connect children with the most important message of their
lifetime: the miraculous story of what Jesus did for us what we could never do for ourselves. If you can help full
or part time, we have many ways to be involved to suit your schedule and interests. Call Diane Newhard at 610442-6610 for more information. Join us for an Amazing Grace Adventure!
CONGREGATION MEMBERS – WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT TOO
We appreciate your prayers for Gangway to Galilee, our Vacation Bible School. Ask God to bring children to
our program so they can know and grow in Jesus, our Savior! Ask God to provide leaders and helpers for this
important mission. You can also help us by donating supplies, snacks and financial donations will be greatly
appreciated.
Help: We need a Boat! Do you have a row boat or a kayak that our VBS committee can borrow during VBS week If so,
please contact Diane Newhard at 610-442-6610 and she will even arrange for it to be picked up and returned to you. With your
help and donations, we are planning on transforming St. Paul’s into an amazing Galilee adventure the kids will never forget!
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VACATION BIBLE
SCHOOL
Registration Form
St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church
417 Howertown Rd, Catasauqua, PA 18032 - Phone: 610-264-3221
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st
Sunday, July 27
– Friday, August 1 ,
2014
Name(s)/ Age(s):
Grade Attending in the Fall:
5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
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A meal will be supplied nightly for the children.
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Street address: ______________________________________________________
City: ___________________________ State: ________ ZIP: _________________
Home telephone: (_______) ______________
Cell phone: __________________
Home e-mail address: ________________________________________________
Number of family members participating in VBS: ____________
Will parents be helping in other areas of VBS?___________Where? ____________
In case of emergency, contact: _________________________________________
Allergies or other medical conditions: ____________________________________
Home church: _______________________________________________________
Group name (for church use only): ______________________________________
Name of a special friend your child might like to be with: ______________________
Return for to church office
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