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Laugh out Loud ................. Pg. 38
Easter is just around the corner but before it gets here we still get to meet the Thiefs father on Wednesday April 6th, Peter on the Thursday April 14th and the Centurion on April 15th. The series of services is titled “By My Hand For My Sake”. All services are at 7PM.
Our Annual Easter Egg Hunt will be on April 9th, at 11am. Be sure to pick up your pre-ordered Soups and Filling between 10am and 3PM.
“Grief Share” meets on Tuesday morning at 10am and on Thursdays at 6:30PM. at the Helping Hand Community Center of Slatedale, located at 4019 Main Street, Slatedale.
There is still room for you if you are interested in participating in either program contact Pastor Bill to register, and to reserve your book.
St. Peter’s Bible Study on Monday mornings at 11am will be doing “Numbers” by Melissa Spoelstra. Please contact Pastor Bill to reserve a book. As with all activities of the church the Bible studies are open to all. There is no cost for the book, but donations are accepted. The Monday evening Bible Study has just finished their study. Another Bible study will be taking place on Thursday evenings starting March 3rd at 6:30PM on the “The Chosen” series reserve your book by contacting Diane at 610-216-6821.
On Friday’s join Pastor Michelle with “Moments with Kids, at 4PM. These can be viewed on facebook.com/StPetersChurch18080.
Where are you! EDGE (Every Day God Encounters) is looking for you to come and join us.! All youth in 6th through 12th grades are invited to attend an evening of fellowship, activities, and Biblical lessons, and the first Monday of the month is game and snack night. Regular meetings are held on Monday evening from 6-7PM. For more information, please contact Kristin at 484-550-2578. The group meets at the Helping Hands Community Center of Slatedale located at 4019 Main St, Slatedale. Please note NO School means NO EDGE.
The Bible study/Sunday school hour is at 9am, this is followed by the regular service at 10am. Communion is celebrated the 1st Sunday of the month with the use of pre-packaged elements.
Due to the weather, Thursday Food Truck is not operating. We are planning on them resuming in April 2022. We have been receiving some special food shipments, so keep watch on the Facebook pages. Also church cancellations can be found on the church Facebook page and on WFMZ.
Our monthly clothing ministry “The Redeemers Closet” is open on the 3rd Saturday of the month from 9am -Noon, at the Helping Hands Community Center of Slatedale located at 4019 Main St. Slatedale. See you in April on the 16th, come and check out all the new clothing. Please note that both clothing collection boxes are now open for donations of gently used clothing only NO toys, etc. Please do not leave clothing outside of collection boxes. If clothing gets wet, we must throw it away. Your cooperation is appreciated.
In all areas of the church’s ministries, we continue to praise God for his blessings both large and small. If you have a need, please contact Pastor Bill at 610-737-1450 to see if help is available.
Whether you are looking for a place to worship or would just like to participate in our church activities, you can always contact Pastor Bill at 610-737-1450, or check out our website: stpetersumcemerald.org.
LAUGH OUT LOUD
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Pictured here left to right are Debbie Geiger- President, Rosanne Pugh- Library Director, Fianna Christman-Vice President Florence Smith- Treasurer, and Carol Miller- Secretary
Sunday April 10th 11 am to 4 pm Spring Bazaar
Northampton Community Center over 60 vendors! Kitchen will be open Raffle proceeds to benefit the Northampton Community Center Saturday April 16th 11 am to 3 pm
Schnecksville Spring Craft & Vendor Show Schnecksville Fire Company
Hosted By: Events By Jennifer Lynn & Company www.eventsbyjenniferlynncompany.com (484) 507-2750
Rosanne Pugh presents the officers of the St. John’s Second Chance Shoppe a certificate of appreciation from the Slatington Public Library. The Second Chance Shoppe has been a faithful supporter of the Slatington Library for many years.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Frank Miller - 78 on March 22 Ava Ackerman - 2 on March 30 Oliver - 6 on April 1 Rebecca Williams - 12 on April 11 Brenda Bruchak - 64 on April 13 Rose Minnich - 84 on April 20
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MACK’S TREE SERVICE
• Stump Grinding • Take Downs • Corrective Pruning • Trimming • Cleanup • Hedges • Shaping • Wood Chips • Storm Work • Lot Clearing • Shrubbery • Bob Cat Service • 60’ Bucket Truck
Woman’s Club of Slatington’s Annual Arts Night
Vincent David presented a program entitled, “Opioid Overdose and the use of Naloxone,” at the Slatington Library on March 16, 2022. Vincent is a 6th year student of the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia and resides in Kunkletown, PA. He is completing his Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience at Bechtel’s Pharmacy in Slatington. His presentation explained the three different forms of Naloxone and when and how to administer each. He also spoke about situations other than illegal drug use where Naloxone can be used. Vincent’s presentation can be viewed on YouTube using this link https:// youtu.be/ox4D1i7f7SI
The Woman’s Club of Slatington’s Annual Arts Night is Monday, April 11th. It will be an open house from 6:00pm to 7:30pm at the library. Stop in and see all the amazing artwork produced by community members of all ages.
The library is sponsoring the Donald Owens reading incentive program. This program is held in honor of Donald Owens who was an avid reader and friend of the library. The participants need to
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I am the resurrection and the life: He that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live: And whosoever liveth and believeth In me shall never die. John 11:25-26
read 10 books and write down the titles. For every 10 books read, a raffle ticket will be given. Four $25.00 prizes will be given away. This program will begin on February 18th, and end on May 1st. Readers of all ages are invited to participate.
The Book Club is currently reading “Barefoot” by Elin Hilderbrand. They will meet in person and virtually on May 2nd, at 1:00pm. There are copies of the book available at the library. If you are interested in joining the book club, please contact the library. Next month’s book will be “The Virgin Earth”, by Phillippa Gregory.
Library hours are currently Mon., Wed. & Fri. 9am to 5pm, Tues. 9am to 3pm, Sat. 8am to 12:00pm. The library is closed Thursday and Sunday.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Monica Sellers - 60 on April 11 Phil Dean - 33 on April 20 Samantha Dean - 32 on April 20 Brittany Stein - 32 on April 30 Maci Margle - 4 on May 15
May you always feel His Love Shining brightly in your life. Have a Blessed Easter
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Nazareth Pallet’s Palinator Hero
submitted by Danielle Frack
Last month, Nazareth Pallet’s Palinator Hero was invited to meLVin’s birthday celebration during the Lehigh Valley Phantoms hockey game, which featured all the local sport teams and company mascots. At that event, Nazareth Pallet held a Ticket Giveaway Contest to the upcoming TrollsLIVE extravaganza for March 29th at the PPL Center. The Bigelli family won tickets to Nazareth Pallet’s entire private Ice Suite, including VIP parking, for themselves and friends. Nazareth Pallet will also host an Iron Pigs game during Star Wars Night at Coca Cola Park on May 28th and will have their famous Palinator mascot to greet families and take pictures with them. At the last ball game, he was even out on the field with Ferrous and FeFe. Opening April 15th 4548 Lehigh Drive (Rt. 248), Walnutport • 610-767-2249 Show listings at www.beckysdi.com -Pets must remain on leash and be quiet for fellow moviegoers Pets welcome at Becky’s Drive-In! As a community-involved, family company, they’ll bring 40+ employees and their families to the ball game to show their appreciation and gratitude for their hard work. This writer wishes more companies in the Lehigh Valley will get involved in their communities in the ways that Nazareth Pallet has. See you at the ball game.
Weekends only until mid June -Owner must clean up after pet (bags available at ticket office) -No pets permitted in refreshment stand HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Screen 1 Fantastic Beasts:
The Secrets of Dumbledore
Screen 2 Sonic the Hedgehog 2
Co-features to be announced Adults $11
Children 3-12 $7 2 + under free
