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SMILE and say CHEESE! New photo directory project begins

St. John’s will soon be creating a new church photo directory. Our previous photo directory was printed in 2007, 12 years ago … A new directory is certainly overdue! Lifetouch, formerly Olan Mills, will be taking our portraits and publishing the photo directory.

Photography sessions will be held in the church’s Parish Hall on the following dates:

Monday, August 19 2:00–9:00 pm
Friday, September 13 2:00–9:00 pm
Saturday, September 14 10:00 am–5:00 pm

Each church family unit will receive a complimentary 8”x10” copy of their church directory portrait along with a complimentary copy of the church photo directory itself.

In addition, families and members will have the opportunity to purchase additional portraits, which will be taken by the photographers. There is no additional sitting fee. Offers and discounts will be made available toward the purchase of these portraits.

Stay tuned – further information, details, and promotional materials will be posted in the very near future.

New Member Gathering: Interested in Becoming a Member of St. John’s? New Member Gathering June 2

Pastor Jeff will be conducting a class for prospective new members on Sunday, June 2. The class will be held in the Parish Hall between the two worship services, from 9:15-10:15 am.

New Member FAQ:

Q: What will be covered in the new member class?

A: The class will review the basics of the Christian faith, the basics of Lutheranism, an overview of the ELCA, and the membership expectations at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Emmaus.

Q: When will new members be received into the congregation?

A: New members will be formally received into the congregation on Sunday, June 16 during the 10:30 service.

Q: Will there be a test?

A: No, there will not be a test. However, prospective new members are asked to meet with the Congregation Council at its monthly meeting on June 11. The purpose is to give the council members and new members an opportunity to meet one another.

Q: Will new members have to get up in front of the congregation?

A: During the 10:30 am service on June 16, the new members will be asked to gather in front of the congregation as the congregation welcomes them as new members of St. John’s. The new members will not be required to say anything in front of the congregation.

Q: How can I find out more information?

A: Call the church office at 610-965-9885 during the week during normal office hours.

Mary Bealer: Steward of the Month – April 2019

My name is Mary Bealer and I am a member of this church for about 37 years. When my family moved to Emmaus, we decided to join a church in the community. We were Lutheran and St. John’s became the place.

I am a retired nurse, my last position was a Women’s Health Care Nurse Practitioner. I worked in a large OG/GYN practice for LVPG.

Being involved in many activities is what I do and who I am. I like people. I like being Lutheran, because we believe we are saved by grace, we ordain all people who qualify for ordination, and we care about our neighbor’s needs.

Therefor I am involved in Eucharistic Ministry, GIFT committee, Outreach committee, Education committee, Adult Sunday School, BYOB [Women’s Bible Study Group}, KFC [Knitting for Charity], VBS, deliver flowers, Prayer Partner, Lecturer, and work in the kitchen. I think that is about it.

I feel very privileged to be associated with St. Johns church.