e-newsletter Feb 8 2018

The Moscow United Methodist Church126 Church Street Office Phone: 570-842-7251Moscow, PA 18444 e-newsletter February 2, 2018 Community Worship atThe Maple Lake United Methodist Church State Road 690, Springbrook Township, PA 18444 Wednesday, February 14, 2018 7 pm A Time of Prayer and Reflection A Beginning to Lent

BETHEL AME HOMELESS SHELTER UPDATE (located at 716 N. Washington Ave., Scranton, PA) The Bethel AME Homeless Shelter in Scranton is seeking helpfrom our communities. The most urgent need is for volunteers tostaff the shelter, specifically, from 6-10pm each evening.Volunteers are responsible for registering people when they arrive,administering a breathalyzer test, overseeing the shower schedule,assisting guests as they settle in for the evening, and simplehospitality. That 6-10 pm crew usually numbers 3-5 people. People are also needed to work in the shelter overnight from10pm to 8am providing supervision and building security, includingobserving security monitors. Early morning responsibilities includeunpacking a simple grab & go style breakfast and supervising clientsas they pack up to leave for the day. Routinely, there are 3-5 peoplescheduled for the overnight. Men AND women volunteers areneeded each shift. Whether you can volunteer weekly or once ortwice a month – all help is appreciated! Having the background clearances (like those required for“Safe Sanctuaries” certification) is helpful but not required. If youare interested in observing firsthand the responsibilities involvedbefore committing, you can arrange to shadow more experiencedvolunteers during hours of operation. Seasoned shelter staff willalso be onsite each night. Please contact Scranton's Bethel AMEchurch at 570-341-0754, if you would like to add your name to thevolunteer’s list or arrange to observe a typical evening or contactPastor Jean 570-878-9069.

Last Chance! This Weekend - Get your tickets for: Help Support our Church! Enjoy a delicious Valentine’s Day Meal! Tickets must be pre-purchased by Monday, February 12 Call Pat Verrastro at 570-4

It’s Cold and Flu Season! Hospitals in Pa are recording extremely high levels of flu casesA conscientious church member suggested we fistor elbow bump or wave to each other as we pass the peace at church – And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Phil 4:7 Waterless Hand Cleaner is located at the back of the church Please be considerate of your friends at church. Thank you!

This Sunday – February 11

Time of Dialogue - A Way Forward Hosted by Bishop Jeremiah Park Clarks Summit United Methodist Church 1310 Morgan Hwy, Clarks Summit, PA 18411 Sunday, February 18, 2018 2-4 pm Join with fellow United Methodists across our district to learn the ways the Bishop’s Commission on A Way Forward have developed to keep our United Methodist denomination together in unity as we allow for widely varying interpretations and viewpoints around issues of human sexuality and the church. There will be three plans outlined and Bishop Park seeks your viewpoint and input. Questions are welcomed. To register, contact the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre District Office by calling call 570- 901-1569 or by email: [email protected] by February 12.

Sunday February 18 Sunday school 9:30 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. 1st Sunday of Lent – Adult Choir Sings A Lenten Pilgrimage: Into the Wilderness Scripture Psalm 25:1-10 and Mark 1: 9-15 Boy Scout Sunday Welcome Pack 126 and Troop 132! Coffee Hour After Worship – A Light Lunch is Served St. Mary’s Villa Worship – 2 pm Join us in the upstairs chapel for a time of warm fellowshipwith the residents of St. Mary’s Villa nursing home, prayer and Holy Communion, and some Favorite hymns!