St. Mary Roman Catholic ChurchLocated at 94 Walnut Road in Tilden Township. Visit our website at www.rc.net/allentown/stmaryhamb. Daily schedule: Eucharistic devotions on Monday at 7 p.m.; Masses on Tuesday at 7 p.m. and Wednesday through Friday at 9 a.m. Weekend Masses on Saturday at 4:30 p.m., and Sunday at 8 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Reconciliation every Saturday from 3:45-4:15 p.m., Sundays 7:30-7:45 a.m. and before each daily Mass. Upcoming activities include:
Feb. 26: Healthy Steps in Motion senior aerobics and fitness class, 9:30 a.m.
Feb. 27: 6 p.m. Eucharistic Adoration; 6:30 PM Divine Mercy; 7 PM Stations of the Cross
March 1: 9 a.m., PREP Religious Education classes
March 2: Healthy Steps in Motion senior aerobics and fitness class, 9:30 a.m.
March 3: 6 p.m. Adoration; 6:45 p.m. Confessions; 7 p.m. Mass
March 3: 7:30 p.m., Rediscover Catholicism Book Study
NORTHERN BERKS MINISTERIUMThe Community Lenten Series will be held on Thursdays though March 19. The theme for the series is “Close Encounters of Grace that Free Us.” Gatherings will be held each Thursday in Lent at 11:30 a.m. at a different area church. Gatherings will include a service of prayer, reflection, and conclude with a soup and bread lunch. A freewill offering will be taken in support of the Ministerium’s emergency response outreach ministry. All are welcome.
Feb. 26: “Grace: Finding New Life,” St. Paul “Smoke” Lutheran, 2613 Old 22, Windsor Twp.
March 5: “Grace: Freely Given, Costly Lived,” Zion Lutheran, 354 Zion’s Church Road, Perry Twp.
Salem E.C. ChurchAt 2150 Old 22, Lenhartsville.
This week at Salem Church: Our Coffee Fellowship was at 8:30 a.m. Our Worship Service was at 9 a.m. followed by Sunday School for all ages at 10:30 a.m. Pastor Dave Long presented the message “Faith and Our Finances” based on Malachi 3:6-18 and I Timothy 6:3-10. Our greeters were Bob and Shelva Schaner. Our nursery attendant was Cori Dixon, and our Junior Church leader was Tammy Wagner.
Upcoming Events: Please call us for dates and times for our Bible studies, and Men’s and Women’s groups. MOPS is March 6th from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Our Sportsmen’s Banquet is Saturday, March 7; doors open at 4 p.m.
Please feel welcome to come and join us at any time. For more information on Salem church and our events you can visit us on the web at www.facebook.com/wearesalem or call the church office at 610-562-5033.
The Bridge Church (TBC)At 3561 Old 22, would like to extend an invitation to the following:
The Bridge Church Sunday Morning Worship Service times are at 9 a.m. & 11 a.m. All of our Bridge Street Kid’s Ministries meet downstairs where you will be able to check-in your child before each service begins. Bridge Street Kid’s Ministries range in ages from 0 thru 4th Grade.
On Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m., we host Family night. Nursery care, Royal Rangers and M’Pact Girls Clubs (K-4th) are downstairs. 56 Club for all students in 5th-6th grades and Momentum Youth meets in the TBC Youth Room for students in 7th through 12th grade. Our adult life group classes continue tonight, Wednesday, Feb. 11 at 7 p.m. The classes being offered are as follows: Divorce Care Support Group: a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences (there is a cost for class materials). Follow: a discipleship class (there is a cost for class materials), The Daniel Plan: a health and finance class (there is a cost for class materials), and The School of Tyrannus: an open Bible Study (free). Call our church office at 610-562-2972 for more information.
We have two other support groups beginning Tuesday, March 3 at 7 p.m. Surrendering the Secret is an abortion recovery class that will meet for eight weeks. This Bible study is designed for women who are struggling with the pain associated with a past abortion experience. There is a cost of materials for the class. Grief Share is also being offered that night, and there is a cost for class materials. Grief Share is a grief recovery support group for anyone who has recently lost a loved one. Grief Share is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. Don’t go through the challenge of loss alone. These support groups are led by people who understand what you are going through and want to help. You’ll gain access to valuable resources to help you deal with the pain and look forward to tomorrow.
Are you struggling with depression, addiction and are needing something more? Join Celebrate Recovery that meets on Monday Evenings at 7 p.m. Celebrate Recovery is a 12-step Recovery program where people gain freedom, healing, and accountability for life’s hurts, habits, and hang-ups. By applying the 8 Recovery Principles within the 12-step program, we open ourselves up to God’s grace so that we can break free. We also open the door to recovery by sharing our experiences and hopes with one another. Celebrate Recovery is open to men and women ages 18+. It’s not just for people struggling with substance abuse. This program is for anyone who feels like their life is out of control and is looking for a safe place to deal with a “hurt, habit, or hang-up.” Walk-ins welcome anytime! If you have any questions about this ministry, we welcome you to call Lisa Schappell at 610-562-2972 x.200 or email connect@hamburgbridge.com.
If you would like to listen to Pastor Mark’s Sunday morning sermons, please go to our website at www.hamburgbridge.com.
Visit our website at www.hamburgbridge.com or call 610-562-2972 for more information and service/class details.
Zion’s Lutheran Church, Perry Twp.
The season of Lent continues with worship services at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. in the Gold Room Lenten Chapel. Come and enjoy a bowl of soup after 11 a.m. worship and before the 7 p.m. worship, at 5:45 p.m. This Sunday, March 1 is the Second Sunday in Lent, with worship at 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. During Lent,members are filling a PIG offering box benefiting ELCA Good Gifts. The filled boxes are to be returned on Palm Sunday, March 29. During Sunday School, beginning at 9:15 a.m., Pastor Bruce Osterhout leads a six week study of The Gospel of Mark. Pick up a copy of the Lenten devotional “Living the Gospel Life: Daily Devotions for Christians on a Mission” sing the church’s. All farm families should register for the Appreciation event at the Hamburg Field House on Saturday, March 14. Go to www.nepsynod.org for more info and to register. Please remember that on bad weather Sundays only the 8 a.m. worship service and Sunday School will be canceled. Check us out on Facebook at “Zion’s Evangelical Lutheran Church of Perry Township”.
Hamburg Seventh-day Adventist Church
Our Hamburg Church family would like to give you an invitation:
We are a Bible based Church located at 22 Willow Rd., Hamburg.
Our Service times are: Bible classes for all ages at 10 a.m. followed by our worship hour at 11:05 a.m. A vegetarian fellowship meal is served to our guests and visitors each Sabbath after the service. Everyone is welcome.
Our Pastor is Alex DuBee. His Office number is 610-562-7200. He would be happy to talk with you and answer any questions you may have.
SABBATH MORNING (Saturday): Feb. 28, 11:05 a.m., The Pathfinder Club will conduct the Worship Service.
A vegetarian fellowship meal for our Guests & Visitors will follow the worship service.
Our Community Service Center is open to the public every Monday & Tuesday from 1-6 p.m. for those who qualify. The Food Pantry is open the third Sunday of each month from 12-2 p.m. for those who qualify.
PRAYER MEETING: Tuesday evenings at 6:30 p.m.
WEDNESDAY MORNING: 9:30 a.m. Early Morning Bible Study with Dr. John Goley. A Study of Revelation, Chapter 1.
WEDNESDAY EVENINGS: The Adventurer & Pathfinder Clubs meet. The Adventurers are for young members 5-8 years old. They meet at our church facility from 6-7:30 p.m. The Pathfinders are for ages 9-18 and they meet at the Blue Mt. SDA Elementary School from 6:30-8 p.m.
The joy and the blessing of the Sabbath begin this Friday evening at 5:56 p.m.
Salem Belleman’s ChurchOn Sunday, Feb. 22, Salem Belleman’s Church, 3540 Belleman’s Church Road, Mohrsville, observed the First Sunday of Lent at the regular Worship times of 7:45 and 10:15 a.m. The musician for both services was Linda Hartman, The Director of Music Ministry. The scripture readings for the services were Genesis 9:8-17 and 1 Peter 3:18-22 which were read by Melissa Lewis at the early service and by Bernice Hartman at the late service. Also, the Gospel reading was from Mark 1:9-15.
Belleman’s will be having Wednesday evening Lenten services beginning Feb. 25 at 7 p.m. The mid-week services are preceded by a homemade soup and bread supper which begins at 6 p.m. There will be a service and supper every Wednesday during Lent. All are invited to attend!
Please visit our website for more information about Belleman’s, www.bellemanschurch.org.
St. Michael’s ChurchA Free spaghetti dinner is Friday, March 7, 5-7 p.m. Be sure to invite everyone who is in need of a meal. If you come and want to make a donation you can give it to more free meals or the Northern Berks Food Pantry.
A Walk Thru The Bible Old Testament Seminar will be Sat. April 25, starting at 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. There is a cost for adults and ages 10-18 are free. Lunch will be provided. Please call 610-488-1783 or email: stmichaels529@gmail.com for more information. You can also register on our website: www.stmichaelsHamburg.org.
Sunday March 1, we worship at 10:15 a.m. to celebrate The First Sunday in Lent with Holy Communion with pew distribution. Come partake of the Lamb of God who takes away the Sins of the world, happy are those who are called to His supper.
Historically Lent began as a time of preparation for the joy of Easter. At first only catechumens and their sponsors fasted for a few days before Easter in final preparation for baptism. Over time the duration of preparation varied. For example in Rome, Easter was preceded by a full week of fasting and prayer. By the end of the fourth century the symbolism of a forty day penitential period, paralleling Christ’s forty days in the desert, captivated the imagination and a longer Lenten Season appeared. Forty days were chosen as a memorial of the forty days Jesus fasted in the wilderness (Luke 4:1-4), which in turn recalled the forty years Israel wandered in the desert (Num 32:13).
Wednesday, March 4, a covered dish will begin at 6 p.m. Invite your neighbors or anyone who may be hungry! At 6:45 p.m. we study “Why Did Jesus Have To Die,” a Bible Study on the Meaning of Christ’s Sacrifice. Tonight we will study “A Ransom for Many, The Cross as Redemption.” The Sr. Choir will rehearse at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday School for ALL ages is 9 a.m. every Sunday. The Adult Classes study The 10 Commandments and Parenting. The Youth watch NOOMA videos showing Christ’s work in our life.
St. Michael’s Church, A Lutheran affiliated congregation, 529 St. Michaels Road, Tilden Twp., just West of Hamburg on Hex Highway, invites you to participate in activities, Christian Education, Sundays 9 a.m. and Sunday Worship at 10:15 a.m.
A children’s sermon is heard every Sunday. For information call 610-488-1783 or Visit our web page http://www.stmichaelshamburg.org.Worship is broadcast live every Sunday and recordings of previous services can be seen at: www.ustream.tv/channel/st-michaels-hamburg-pa.
Salem United Methodist Church Shoemakersville
Welcome to the corner of Sixth and Main Streets in Shoemakersville for our 9 a.m. worship service. Sonja Rollman will read the scripture: Colossians 3:1-17. The pastor’s message, “A Time of Growth,” is based on 2 Chronicles 15:1-19. Sonja Rollman has the Children’s Message. There are Sunday School Classes for all ages starting at 10:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall.
The Youth Mission Team is holding an All-you-can-eat French Toast and Pancake breakfast this Sunday from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. The proceeds will help them make their mission trip to Accident, MD this summer.
The mid-week Lenten service on Wednesday, March 4 is at Salem Shoemakersville, starting with a bread and soup meal at 6 p.m. followed by the service at 7 p.m. Rev. Dan Herner’s theme is Pontius Pilate. On March 11, Rev. Hostetter will speak at Bethany, on March 18 the service and meal are at St. Luke’s.
The Girl Scout troop which meets here at Salem will join our worship on Sunday, March 8, for Girl Scout Sunday.
The annual women’s retreat is March 13-15 at Pocono Plateau. There is still space for more ladies. Please contact Karen Kershner.
To contact us: church phone, 610-562-4345; pastor’s phone, 484-529-9227
Email: rlhostetter@gmail.comThis lent instead of giving up something, GIVE to someone else.
Salem-Berne United Methodist Church
Please join us March 1 for Worship and Holy Communion Service at 10:15 a.m. The Sermon title is “The Garden of Gethsemane” and the Scripture is from Mark 14:32-41. After Worship there will be an Everybody’s Birthday Social with soups and sandwiches. The Liturgist is Dennis Sonday and the Greeters are John and Denise Rost. The Children’s Message will be given by Linda Seyler and the Acolyte is Ava Gesicki. The Community Lenten service will be held at Salem-Berne United Methodist at 7 p.m. on Feb. 25 with the Rev. Breiner preaching. Soup and bread will be served prior to the service at 6 p.m.
St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church
At 99 Church Street, Hamburg, would like to extend an invitation to anyone who would like to join us at 10:15 a.m. services on Sundays. Come and join us.
On First Sunday in Lent The Flowers are sponsored to the Glory of God.
Weather Cancellations – In case of severe weather, which requires the cancellation of services or activities, you may call the Church at 610-562-3808 and you will be told of such cancellations or you may find that information at the following locations: WFMZ TV Channel 69 or go to www.wfmz.com/worshipclose.
We are looking for church members who would be interested in helping with the safety committee. Committee meets the third Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. Anyone interested, please see or call Karen Stoudt at 610-334-6147. Thank you.
Laurel Center: Bingo Night – Sunday, March 1. Meet at the Laurel Center at 6:45 p.m. to help residents play Bingo and distribute prizes, courtesy of a Thrivent Action Team.
Lenten Project – Donations of food particularly tuna, cereal, canned fruit, peanut butter, and spaghetti sauce will be given to the Food Pantries in Hamburg and Leesport as part of Kady Alvarado’s senior class project. Donations can be accepted until March 29 in the marked containers outside the auditorium and Primary Sunday School Room.
Easter Egg Hunt Donations – The youth group is requesting donations of wrapped candy by Sunday, March 15. Donations can be given to Lydia Beck or placed in the Easter Candy donation box. Mark your calendar: Easter Egg Hunt will be Saturday, March 28 at 10 a.m.
St. John’s Night at the Reading Royals: Sunday, March 15, 5:05 p.m. Game Time. There is a cost. Free parking and $1 hotdogs, popcorn, soda, and nachos. Everyone is invited to this event. See Lydia Beck for more information and to reserve tickets. Deadline for payment is March 8.
The Property Committee has replaced chairs in the Junior Room and also the Kinder Klass Room. The old chairs are for sale. There is also a piano for sale. If interested, see Doug Adams for details.
2015 World Day of Prayer is Friday March 6 at 7 p.m. Hosted by: St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Jesus said, “Do you understand what I have done for you.” Program written by the women of the Bahamas
For more information see Judy Levermore or visit St. John’s Lutheran Church Website http://stjohnshamburg.org/.
Please plan on joining us for this Day of Prayer. ALL are welcome!
Sunday, March 1 is Second Sunday in Lent. Worship Service will be at 10:15 a.m. The next Saturday Night Communion Service will be on March 7 at 5:30 p.m.
St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran “Smoke” Church
St. Paul’s invites you to join us every Sunday at 9 a.m. for worship service. Worship service is followed with a fellowship time with refreshments. Sunday School for all ages begins at 10:15 a.m. Our Adult Sunday School Class is a Bible discussion group. We discuss and study the Gospel lesson of the day. Our Pastor is The Rev. Elna Stratton and our organist/choir director is Mr. Donald Ryan. We will host the Northern Berks Ministerium Community Lenten service on Thursday, Feb. 26 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. A soup and bread meal will be served. We will be making Easter candy starting Monday, March 2 and will continue until Monday March 26. Coconut, peanut butter and peanut clusters are available with a choice of light or dark chocolate. For more information or to order, please call 610-562-4204. A soup sale will be held on Saturday, March 21. For more information or to order please call 610-608-6905 and leave a message. This is preorder only. The acolyte for Sunday March 1 is Samantha Brown, the lector is Tyler Brown and the greeters are Lena Kaley and Cheryl Parker.
