Congregations returning to in-person worship
Pottstown — On Sunday at 11:00 AM, Bethel Community Church of Pottstown will worship in-person for those willing to wear a mask at all times and social distance. In addition, the worship service will be Live on Facebook at Bethel-Community-Church-of-Pottstown or dial-in by calling 215-383-1625 Code 198087. On Monday from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM, the BCCP Food Pantry will be Open to serve and receive New Clients. On Thursday at 12:00 Noon, it’s Virtual Community Bible Study by calling 215-383-1625 Code 198087. Also on Thursday at 12:00 Noon, BCCP will have a “Free Food Giveaway” open to everyone. On Friday at 12:00 Noon, it’s Community Prayer Service by calling 215-383-1625 Code 198087. BCCP Food Pantry is Open Second, Third and Fourth Mondays from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM and new Applications are being accepted. For more information, please call (610-805-9084).
First Baptist
Pottstown — First Baptist Church (ABCUSA) at 301 King St. has live online worship via Zoom on Sunday, Aug. 16, at 10:30 am. Join us as we discuss The Spirituality of Embodied Faith. Check our website for the link each Sunday: www.fbcpottstown.org
Christ Lutheran
Barto — We invite you to worship with us on this the 11th Sunday after Pentecost on Sunday, Aug. 16, at our worship service beginning at 9:00 a.m. Communion, sharing of the peace, and hymn singing is not being observed at this time and bring your Bible from home if you so choose. The Endowment committee will meet on Tuesday, Aug. 18, at 7:00 p.m. in the Welcome Center. The church is located at 222 Niantic Road between Routes 663 and 100 about a mile east of Bally.
Coventryville UMC
South Coventry — Coventryville United Methodist
Church - Join us for worship this Sunday for the 9:30 (contemporary) or 11:00 AM (traditional) services. When worshiping onsite, safety protocols are followed to protect the health of all visitors. For those who prefer a virtual option for prayer, both services will be live streamed to the “Coventryville UMC” YouTube Channel - https://www. youtube.com/channel/UCpeSkOcz5xHKcucCYmbN2Sw. Questions? Call the main office at 610-469-9350.
St. Luke Lutheran
Gilbertsville — We are now worshiping outdoors, in our parking lot, as well as in lawn chairs around our pavilion! You can look at www.stlukegilbertsville.org Our livestream worship will continue at 9:30 on Sundays. Should weather be inclement, we will not meet outdoors, but only via livestream. Sunday is the eleventh Sunday after Pentecost, and, at St. Luke, the gospel lesson from Romans 11:1-2a, 29-32, about God’s mercy to all – Jew and Gentile. On Wednesday evenings, we welcome you to join us at 7:15, as we share in “Silence, Simplicity, and Prayer.” COMMUNITY CLOTHING RACK! On the first Wednesday of the month, the Clothing Rack will be open 9-noon for donations! The 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Wednesdays of the month - shoppers are welcome - 9-noon.
Cedarville UMC
North Coventry — Visit www. cedarvilleumc.org for current announcements and resources. Join us there online on Sunday at 9:30 am (Contemporary) and 11:00 am (Traditional) as we worship on Youth Sunday – with Testimonies from Mission Week. The service is also available later on our website. No Computer? Dial 610-850-9173 to listen to the sermon at 9:30 or 11:00 or enjoy a repeat later the following week.
Bethel UMC
Spring City — Bethel United Methodist Church Youth Ice Cream Social scheduled for Aug. 20 at 3 p.m. Al kids young and old who like ice cream are invited to attend. A socially distanced kickoff to the school year with fun activities and ice cream for everyone. Don’t forget your masks. Even will be at the Shick Shack Pavilion at Bethel UMC, 952 Bethel Church Road, Spring City.
Butter Valley Community
Bally — Outdoor Hymn Singa-long at Butter Valley Community Church, 2600 Old Route 100, Bally, Aug. 23, 7:00–8:00 PM Outdoor only. You can sit in your car or bring a chair and sit outside. If weather is in question, please check www.buttervalleycc.org, our Facebook page, or call 610-845-2429 to see if canceled. Free-will offering to help with future community concerts.
Calvary UCC
Barto — In-person worship is held Sunday mornings at 9:00 AM and also on Facebook Live @calvaryuccbarto. Pop Up Yard Sale, Saturday, Aug. 22, 8:00 – 11:00 AM, rain or shine. Calvary United Church of Christ, 1231 Route 100, Barto. Vendor space is available for $12 by contacting the church office at 610652-5023 or calvaryucc@gmail. com. The 94th Annual Vegetable Beef Soup To Go and Bake Sale, will be held on Saturday, Sept. 12, from noon until we are sold out. $7.00/quart. To order, call 610-652-5023 or email: calvaryucc@gmail.com Visit www. calvaryuccbarto.com
Zion’s UCC
Pottstown — On the 11th Sunday after Pentecost, Rev. Austin Chinault returns with scriptures from Romans 11 and Matthew 15. His sermon is “God Has Mercy on All.” The video and music worship service is at http://www.zionspottstown.org. then check the link “online service.”
Brownback’s UCC
Spring City — Join us on this 11th Sunday after Pentecost for our worship service at 10 a.m. Rev. Mark Stryjak will lead our service and he will be preaching on Bold, Very Bold Moves. You can easily watch our service from home or attend in person. Face masks are required to attend and we will observe all CDC guidelines, including social distancing and temperature checks at the door. To watch our service at home go to: https://www.facebook.com/BrownbacksChurch/ live/ or join us in person at 640 Ridge Road.
St. Peter’s Lutheran
Pottstown — Join St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 564 Glasgow St., to celebrate the Eleventh Sunday After Pentecost with Holy Communion services at 8:00 am and 10:30 am. We will also continue Video Worship Service Sunday at 10:30 a.m. on YouTube or Facebook. For up-todate messages, call the church at 610-323-5044.
Trinity UCC
Pottstown — Due to the restrictions on public in-door gatherings imposed by Gov. Wolf, Trinity UCC, 60 N. Hanover St., will offer worship this Sunday via live stream on YouTube. The service will begin at 9 AM. Later in the day, the service will be available on Trinity’s website, trinityuccpottstown.org. Trinity will offer a free take away meal on Tuesday, Aug. 18, at 5 PM. Access to the meal will be in the rear parking lot of the church. Guest organist will be Sandra Paton. Please see our ad below for a list of office hours and contact information.
First UCC
Royersford — First United Church of Christ, 367 Washington St., continues to have worship on Facebook Live (search for First UCC, Royersford) on Sundays at 11 am. Join us on Aug. 23 for a special blessing of the children & backpacks.
Grace Lutheran
Pottstown — We invite you to join us for virtual worship this Sunday at 9:30 AM by visiting our website (https://gracechurchpottstown.org/). The service will remain on the website for viewing at a time convenient to our members and friends. The Grace Early Learning Center is currently accepting applications for the Summer Camp Program. Contact the center at 610-3239435 or graceearlylc@gmail.com.
St. John’s ELC
Boyertown — Beginning Aug. 16, an 8:00 am brief parking lot worship service will be held. At 9:30 am, our recorded worship service will be shown in the sanctuary for those unable to view our services online. This is limited to 25 attendees. Holy Communion will be offered at both services. Worship and messages will continue to air on our YouTube channel (St. John’s ELC Boyertown) and Facebook page (St. John’s Lutheran Church of Boyertown). For updates and details, check our website (stjohnsboyertown.org) or call 610.369.1024. Church is located at 45 N. Reading Ave.
First United Methodist
Phoenixville — First United Methodist Church, 865 S. Main St., is now offering on-site worship services. There is a signup link on the church web page (www.fumcphoenixville.org) to make reservations. Reservations for each coming Sunday appear on Monday mornings. If you would like to take part, but do not have internet access, call the church at (610) 933-5936. Services are also livestreamed at 8:30 & 10:30 a.m. at www. facebook.com/FirstUnitedMethodistPhoenixville
Area churches are welcome to share their news for our weekly listing. Email information to Mercury Editor Tony Phyrillas at tphyrillas@ pottsmerc.com Use the words “church news” in the subject line. Deadline is Thursday at noon for Saturday publication.