Area congregations schedule services, events

Bethel Community

Pottstown — Bethel Community Church, 575 N. Keim St. Saturday starting at 6:00 PM until 10:00 PM, BCCP will celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Pastor Ross’ 30th Birthday (Community Room). On Sunday at 9:15 AM, its Community Sunday School when the topic of discussion will be “A Prayer for Justice” and every member and friend of BCCP are invited to attend. At 10:30 AM, BCCP will reflect on our 3rd Year Anniversary with our 3rd Year Anniversary Guest Preacher, Rev. Dr. Marvin A. Marsh, Former Pastor - First Baptist Church (Pottstown) as we prepare to celebrate our 5th Year Anniversary in May. BCCP Praise Power Choir will be singing! Community Bible Study on Tuesday at 7:00 PM and Thursday at 12:00 Noon in the Library open to everyone. Enter near the playground! Applications being accepted for the BCCP Food Pantry. (610-326-1700).

First Baptist

Pottstown — First Baptist Church (ABCUSA) located at Charlotte at King St. Join us this Sunday, March 8, for worship at 10 am and stay for Adult & Youth Learning Communities at 11:15 am. www.fbcpottstown.org

Cedarville UMC

North Coventry — The Cedarville United Methodist Church vote to merge/ adopt First UMC, 414 E. High St., Pottstown, and create Mission First — A Community Outreach at that location — was overwhelmingly approved during a congregational meeting presided by District Superintendent Dawn Taylor-Storm on March 1. The subsequent vote at First UMC for the same proposal was also decidedly approved. The first combined church services at Cedarville UMC, 1092 Laurelwood Road, will take place on May 3. Current missions at First UMC will continue uninterrupted during the transition. Cedarville Nights Community Dinner will be held Wednesday 5:45 - 6:30 PM in the Family Life Center with a menu Mac-n-cheese, sausage, peppers & onions, stewed tomatoes, vegetable medley, salad, rolls, dessert & hot/cold beverages. with a suggested donation is $5.00 per person or a family cap of $18.00. Members will prepare and serve the Free Meal Program at Emmanuel Lutheran Church on Friday at 11:45 am. See www.cedarvilleumc.org for all upcoming events and details.

First Presbyterian

Pottstown — 750 N. Evans St. - Sunday School at 9:15 am, Worship at 10:30 am. On Sunday, March 8, our Cherubs will be singing during worship. Confirmation Class at 5:00 pm. Join us on Wednesdays in Lent for prayer at 6 pm, fellowship at 6:20 pm, and programs “Focus on Fundamentals” at 7 pm. Child care will be provided by the Girl Scouts for children younger than first grade. www.fbcpottstown.org

St. Peter’s Lutheran

Pottstown — St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 564 Glasgow St., will celebrate the 2nd Sunday in Lent with Worship Services at 8 and 10:30 a.m. The Adult/Youth Bible Study Class meets Sunday from 9:30 a.m.to 10:15 a.m. All are welcome to come for the video and discussion of “The New Testament You Never Knew” led by Pastor Smolik. The final theme (part #8) is “The Creation of the New Testament.” All are welcome for the Lenten Soup Meal served Wednesday between 5:30 & 6:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Soups served this Wednesday are Turkey Noodle prepared by Nancy Dunning and Potato Fennel & Leek prepared by Joanne Smolik; the bread provided by Sandra Levengood. Free-will offering to benefit the ELCA World Hunger Appeal. Our Midweek Lenten Service begins on Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. with a Lenten Litany service, scripture readings, Lenten homily, choir anthem, and hymns.

St. Luke Lutheran

Gilbertsville — Join us at 8:30 on Sunday mornings for our Adult Bible Study group to discuss the readings of the day. We’ll gather for worship at 9:30, a.m. On Sunday we’ll continue our Lenten journey as we focus on the following verse from John: “Indeed, God did not send the Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.” We’ll celebrate communion. JAM (Jesus and Me) will be held for children during the worship service, following the Time for Children. The Adult Forum will meet following worship, and Catechism will meet at 5:30, p.m. The Community Clothing Rack will be open for shopping on Wednesday afternoon from 1-4, p.m. Soup Supper will be held in Memorial Hall from 6:00-7:00, p.m. The midweek Lenten Services, using “Holden Evening Prayer” will begin at 7:15, p.m. The Community Clothing Rack will be open for shoppers on Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m., and Congregation Council will meet at 6:45, p.m. Scout Troop #36 will hold its annual Charter Night dinner in Memorial Hall on Saturday night at 5 p.m. The church is located at 35 Wilson Ave., Gilbertsville.

Zion’s UCC

Pottstown — Pastor Kim Adamson will return to Zion’s United Church of Christ, Hanover and Chestnut Streets for the 10:15 am worship service. Her sermon will be “New Apostles.” This Sunday morning, Zion ‘s will gather in celebration of of Zion’s own Sydney Schollenberger accepting God’s call to service in a mission in Guatemala March 15-20. The Affirmation of Ministry is the act whereby a local church of the United Church of Christ recognizes the diverse gifts of its members and celebrates the particular ministry in each person in the life of the world. Members may also support her with donations toward the cost of her Service Trip. Lenten Bible Study Wednesday, March 11, at Trinity Reformed UCC is a joint devotional with Zion’s over a light lunch of soup and bread. Easter flower orders are due April 1.

St. John’s UCC

Pottstown — St. John’s UCC, 11 S. Price St., welcomes Rev. Richard Keeler as guest pastor for the Second Sunday in Lent. Sunday School classes for all ages begins at 9:00 am and the worship service at 10:15 am. “Church Change” collection to benefit the Cluster will be collected during the service. Food donations are filling the shelves for Operation 143 under the direction of the Mission Committee. “Breakfast with the Bunny” will be held on April 4 featuring pancakes and sausage. The event is free with a goodwill offering being taken. Come join us for a tasty breakfast and pose with the Bunny!

Brownback’s UCC

Spring City — Brownback’s United Church of Christ, 640 Ridge Road Join us for our Adult Sunday School at 8:45 a.m. and remain with us for our 10 a.m. Traditional Worship Service. Pastor Mark Stryjak will be preaching on Born of the Spirit and musical selections will be offered by our Worship Ensemble and Chancel Choir. Wesley Maverick Freeman will be baptized prior to a Word for All Ages, at which time children up through Grade 6 are invited to Worship Play; a Nursery is available for all children up through age 3. Remain with us after our Service for a special Social Hour in honor of Wesley Maverick Freeman.

Christ Lutheran

Barto — We invite you to worship with us on this the Second Sunday of Lent on Sunday, March 8, 2020 at our worship service beginning at 9:00 a.m. Pr. Ann Baly will lead the congregation in the worship service and present the sermon for the morning. Before the worship service (8:30 a.m.), you are invited to join in Coffee & Conversation in the Welcome Center. A Coffee hour will be held after the 10:15 a.m. service in the Welcome Center. All age Sunday School will be held at 10:15 a.m. in room H. Confirmation will be held at 10:15 a.m. in room I. Those ministering at this service are: Acolyte; OPEN, Lector: Pat Moser, Assistant Minister: OPEN, and Ushers/Greeters; Nancy Fioriglio and Bruce Houck.

St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran

Boyertown — A free community meal will be served every Saturday from 5-6:30 in the Fellowship Hall at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 45 N. Reading Ave., Boyertown. Do you, or someone you know, need a hot meal? Our doors are open to everyone in the community. No registration necessary. Lent Soup and Sandwich & Holden Evening Prayer held on Wednesdays until April 1. Meal: 5:45 - 6:30 PM, Lower Level, Service: 7:00 PM, Sanctuary. A variety of soups and sandwiches will be served free of charge immediately before Holden Evening Prayer services on Wednesdays during Lent. Everyone is welcome. For more info: www.stjohnsboyertown.org

St. James Lutheran

Limerick — St. James Lutheran Church, 93 Kugler Road — The annual “Box City” event will be held Saturday and Sunday morning. This is a homeless awareness event. Youth will sleep outside in boxes overnight. The mission is to spread awareness and understanding while raising money for local homeless shelters. Youth from eight area congregations will take part in the activities which will include a Night Watch, Spirit Room, art projects, scavenger hunt, and real life simulations. All money raised will go to Ministries at Main Street Homeless Shelter in Pottstown. A Lenten dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. Devotions, discussion, and music will be part of the Lenten service which will follow the meal.

Coventryville UMC

South Coventry — Coventryville United Methodist Church, 1521 Old Ridge Road - Sunday’s services are at 9:30 AM (contemporary) and 11:00 AM (traditional) with Jim Harrop leading worship. At 2:00 PM Sunday, all are welcome to a special prayer service at Coventry Manor, 3031 Chestnut Hill Road, Pottstown. Mid-week Bible Study is on Wednesday the 11th at 10:30 AM. Come and learn more about St. Paul. The Easter Hand Chimes rehearsal is on Thursdays from 6:45-7:15 PM. It’s followed by choir rehearsal at 7:30 PM, which is open to adults (16 & older) who love to sing. Visit CoventryvilleUMC.org.

Agape Life Ministry

Pottstown — Agape Life Ministry, 150 N. Hanover

St. - Service: Sunday at 10:30 a.m. in the Emmanuel Lutheran Church Chapel. Use Walnut Street entrance. Pastor Randy Shanley - 610-323-4509

St. Luke’s Lutheran

Obelisk — The Rev. Paul Chapman will conduct the 8:00 a.m. Holy Communion and 10:15 a.m. worship services at Saint Luke’s Lutheran Church, Route 73 and Neiffer Road, Obelisk. Members participating in the 8:00 a.m. worship service are: John Rose, Greeter; and Charlotte Christman, Assisting Minister. Members participating in the 10:15 a.m. worship service are: Nelson Swartley, Head Usher; Eve Gehringer, Madison Gehringer, Greeters; and Gabriel Love, Acolyte.

Centennial Lutheral

Kimberton — Centennial Lutheran Church, 1330 Hares Hill Road, Kimberton - On Sunday, March 8, the Second Sunday in Lent, there will be a worship service at 9:30 AM. Pastor Jerry Tancredi will be bringing the message and the sacrament of Holy Communion will be observed. A Red Cross Blood Drive will be held at the church on Monday, March 30, from 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Bible study is held at the church on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 AM. Everyone is welcome to join with Pastor Jerry for a lively discussion of the scripture passages for the upcoming Sunday. www.centenniallutheran.org

Holy Trinity Orthodox

Pottstown — A Lenten Luncheon and Retreat will be held at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church, 1236 Juniper St., on Sunday, March 8, starting at 11:30 a.m. “Orthodoxy and Healing” will be the topic of a presentation by Dr. Albert Rossi, a licensed clinical psychologist and author of numerous articles on psychology and religion. Dr. Rossi teaches courses in pastoral theology at St. Vladimir’s Orthodox Theological Seminary. The parish will celebrate Divine Liturgy starting at 9:30 am. The Lenten Luncheon is expected to start at 11:30 am in the parish hall. For more information call 610327-1542 or visit www.holytrinitypottstown.org

Calvary UCC

Barto — Chicken Pot Pie Dinner, Saturday, March 21, 3:00 – 6:00 PM, Calvary United Church of Christ, 1231 Route 100, Barto. Dine-in only. Adults $10, children (6-12) $5.

St. John (Hill) UCC

Boyertown — St. John (Hill) UCC, 620 Hill Church Road, Boyertown, is hosting Scrapbook Saturday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on March 28. PA 19512 Minimum table size is 4’x2 ½’. Cost is $25 payable to St. John (Hill) Women’s Guild which includes one meal. Food will also be available for purchase. Registration form available on church website at www.stjohnhillucc.org. Complete form and return to St. John (Hill) UCC, 620 Hill Church Road, Boyertown, PA 19512 Attn: Scrapbook Saturday by March 1. For additional information, contact Tracy Kochey at 610.473.0322 or NancyWeller at 610.367.8114