ANNOUNCEMENTS

We need your input!  The group planning Pastor Kimes’ farewell lunch on June 8 is creating a tribute presentation to be shown at the event, and we need your memories. Over the past 16 years we have all had great moments with Pastor Kimes, whether it was at a fellowship event, working alongside him in ministry, or just hanging out.  If you have pictures of Reverend Kimes and maybe a story to tell, we want your input on a tribute video we are creating. If you have any photos that fit that description, please label them with a caption and your name and drop them in the box provided at the Welcome Center in Oberholtzer Hall.  If your photos are in a digital format, you can email them to Mark Mayers at markmayers14@gmail.com.

This week’s Lenten Service will take place on Wednesday, April 2nd at 7:00 p.m. at Analomink UMC. The theme will be Psalm 22, led by Pastor Paul Crikelair.

Spring Easter FlowersThe deadline to order flowers is Sunday, April 13th. Additional forms are located in the Narthex on the tables by the Welcome Desk.

Maundy Thursday Soup SupperThe Mission team will be sponsoring a Soup Supper on Maundy Thursday from 5:30 p.m. until the service begins at 7:00 p.m. Bring your friends! All donations will support mission outreach. We are also in need of Ushers for the Maundy Thursday Evening Service. Please contact the church office if you can serve.

Organ Series concert of Broadway and classical pieces by local professionals on April 27, at 3:00 pm. Free, open to the public. An offering will benefit Family Promise. HELP is needed!Visit the table in Fellowship Hall today or contact foxes@esumc.net to get sponsor forms for “Friends” and businesses, or sign up to post fliers, be a greeter, serve in the kitchen, or move tables.

Reaching Out

Members of the church family who are no longer able to attend church are always happy to hear from you! Cards and notes may be sent to Joyce Keiper, 1244 Sylvan Lane, East Stroudsburg, Pa. 18301.

Available Health Care Equipment: Walkers, crutches, adult potty chairs, shower chairs, canes, wheelchairs, large number phone, Depends, and more are available. Contact Peggy at 570-421-3280, ext. 23.Stephen Ministry

In Ephesians 4, Paul talks about pastors and other leaders as gifts God has given the church “to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ.” Stephen Ministry

has given us an organized way to equip those gifted for caring ministry so that they can build up the body of Christ by providing Christian care and support to those experiencing a difficult time.

Is God calling YOU to train as a Stephen Minister in September?

For more information call Peggy Strack, 570-421-3280, ext. 23.Caring Caller MinistryBeginning this week, caring callers trained by the membership assimilation team will place phone calls to active members of ESUMC who have not registered attendance for at least four weeks. The purpose of this M.I.A. program is to let folks know that they are missed and to assess any way in which the church may be helpful to them. If you are attending church, please fill out the communication card to register your attendance so the

team does not call you unnecessarily. Thank you!

Opportunities

Shingles Vaccine at 11 am on April 8 th Shingles vaccines are being offering by the Pa. Dept. of Health at the Homeless Initiative Day Center located at 130 North First Street in Stroudsburg. You are eligible for vaccines at LOW (maximum $5.00 cost) or NO COST if you are: underinsured (insurance doesn’t cover vaccine) or uninsured (no insurance). For more information or to register, please call 570-424-3020.

OK's   55+ Older Adult Group The next meeting is Wednesday, April 9th at 11:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall. Please bring a covered dish to share and two inexpensive wrapped gifts for our Bingo games. Call Doris Flick at 570-421-8178 or Diane St. Bonnet at 570-421-6236 if you have questions.United Methodist Women EventAll women and teen girls are invited to attend our meeting on Saturday, April 12th at 10:00 a.m. in the Bridal Lounge. The program will be “Calling to Prepare for Mission.” For more information on this meeting or last week’s bulletin insert, contact Linda Drake at lindadrake49@hotmail.comMerry Marthas & MistersThe next meeting of the Merry Marthas & Misters will be Friday, April 25th at 6:30 p.m. In this session we will learn how to make pretzels. For more information please contact Irene Paciotti at570-421-4120.Spring Adult Mission Trip The Spring Adult Mission trip is to Ocean City, NJ to help in the relief of Sandy. The cost is unknown at this time.  We will be leaving Sunday afternoon on April 27th and coming

back Friday, May 2nd or Saturday, May 3rd. The cost of the trip is $150 per person. If interested, please contact Wayne Mertz at wdmertz@gmail.com or (570) 730-9240.  Scholarships are available. All skill levels are wanted and needed.Family Promise of Monroe County Luncheon & Fashion ShowSpring Forward in support of one of ESUMC’s missions at Lawnhaven at Stroudsmoor Inn on Sunday, April 27th at 1 pm. Dunkelberger’s is coordinating the fashion show, and treats will abound! Cost is $32 in advance and $36 at the door. Call 570-420-8589 to reserve your ticket.Children's Ministry News                                 Foundations Christian Preschool  Foundations Christian Preschool, located in the lower level of the church, is currently accepting registrations for the 2014-15 school year.  Registration forms are available at the Welcome Center in Oberholtzer Hall or the church office.  Those interested in taking a tour of the preschool facilities should call Pam O'Brien at (570) 421-3280 to arrange a visit.  If you have any questions, you can call or email Foundations@esumc.net

Vacation Bible SchoolAre you sick of winter?  Then get away to a tropical island - Son Treasure Island! Vacation Bible School will take place July 7th-11th from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 Noon. Mark your calendar and make a reservation to visit Son Treasure Island in July.

If you are interested in volunteering for the week or part of the week, then call Pam O'Brien.

We are looking for a skit leader and actors/actresses to perform daily at the opening and closing of Vacation Bible School.  If interested, call or email Mrs. O'Brien.

Want to Support TOM'S TREKIES on Sunday, May 4th?

1. Pray that we have good weather and successful sign ups for those willing to walk 1 hour that Sunday as an alternative to traveling to Long Pond.

2. Pray that a team of people will walk from 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. around the local area and ESU campus with Kathy.

3. Pray that a team of people will walk with Tom & Kathy from 12:15 - 1:15 around the local area and ESU campus.

4. Register for our team on line at walkpae.nationalmssociety.org or call Tom at 570.426.1623.

5. Checks may be made out to NMSS.6. Pray for all those living with MS in our congregation

and community.