e-newsletter Apr 26 2018

The Moscow United Methodist Church126 Church Street Office Phone: 570-842-7251Moscow, PA 18444 e-newsletter April 26, 2018 On Friday, April 27, 2018 at 4:30 p.m.The Minisink Lions Club will be planting a magnolia tree at theMoscow United Methodist Church (corner of Church & SpringGarden Streets) in memory of Jim Smailes. All are welcome to come and remember Jim.

April 29 is Moscow UMC’s Youth Sunday “I Can Only Imagine” also…#PRAYFORWARD Young People's MinistriesWho: All United Methodist young people across the world.What: A 10-minute time of prayer for our Bishops as they consider a wayforward.When: April 29th at Noon your local time.Where: Everywhere.Why: Young People across the connection care about the future of our church,but more importantly believe in the power of God and the effect that prayer has.Therefore, we are calling young people to join together in this time of prayer andstanding in solidarity with our Bishops.Ideas for Ways to ParticipatePray after church - Pray with your youth group as you share in a meal together.Pray in silence - Pray after reading scripture.Pray for your bishop, for bishops in your jurisdiction/central conference, for bishops around the world.Pray one by one - Pray all with one voice.Pray during the church service and invite the rest of the congregation to join in!Pray at your college ministry - Pray at your conference office.Pray before you engage in a time of fellowship or after a time of fellowship.Whatever way you decide to pray - your prayers are appreciated as we hold each otherand our denomination up in the upcoming weeks.

Open House - This Sunday at the Moscow United MethodistLearning Tree Sunday, April 29, 2018 – from 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. Pre-K Program (4-5 year olds) 9:00-11:30 am 3 or 5 day option Preschool Program (3-4 year olds) 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. 2 or 3 day optionMommy & Me Program (18 mos to 3 years) 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Thursday For more information… Call: 570-249-0200 E-mail:[email protected]

We’re Looking for Shoes! New and gently used footwear (pairs only) are being collected at Moscow UMC for Mission Central, our Susquehanna Conference Mission Warehouse. Bring to church – collection ends Sunday, May 27, 2018Also the Scranton Wilkes-Barre District is planning a Work Week at SkyLake Camp: Arrive anytime in the P.M. on Sunday, May 13 and departingon Friday, May 18. Lodging and meals will be provided. The cost is $125 forthe week or $25 per day. We will be working on the floor of the West Shorekitchen (main project) & possibly a dock, some painting & small work items.Those wishing to attend for just a day, start time is 8:00 and join us forbreakfast. The breakfast will be light, cereals etc., sandwich for lunch and acooked supper. The charge is for the meals and a little donation for supplies. Please RSVP to Ronald Lucas, trip leader, at [email protected]

New Bible study forming:And God Saw That It Was Good This study is accompanied by the PBS film, The National Parks: America’s Best Idea by Ken Burns. Mondays at 6:30 pm beginning May 7, 2018Developed by Earth Ministry and WETA, public broadcasting TV in Washington, DC, this study includes the following topics: The Creator and creation – May 7 God in nature – May 14 Made in the image of God – May 21 A Covenant with every living thing – June 4 Awakening the Spirit – June 18