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March 6 & 7, 2010

ANNOUNCEMENTS

LENTEN FAST We are observing a guided fast each week of Lent, pursuing repentance and asking God to deal with cultured idolatry in our lives. There will be a bulletin insert each week with details on the weekly fasts; the info will also be at the Info Table and on the website. THIS WEEK’S FAST: MAR 7-13, we will focus on our relationships with our families, and fast from personal communications Media.

DZ ROOM CHANGES Begin this week.See signs on classroom doors.

THE HIDDEN ADDICTION: Gambling. Free, one-day seminar open to the community. Mar 27 at First Presbyterian Church in Bethlehem. Questions? Contact Pastor Bob.

MEN’S MINISTRY Iron Sharpens Iron, Allentown. Mar 27 Pick up info & registration forms at the Info Table. DISCOUNT RATE FOR GROUP OF 20 IF REGISTERED BY MAR 17

ALPHA “CAST A NET” Our next Alpha Course begins Mar 18. Use the tickets in your bulletin to “cast a net” by inviting someone to come.

PRAY FOR HAITI TEAM They’ll be ministering Mar 6-13. Dr. Steve Frei, Pastor Bob Rentler, Bekah Bachman, Terry MacBride, Bill Henry, Michael Sobetsky, John LaRose, Christine Dewhurst, Nadene Salvodon, Russ & Deb Rentler.

HEARING/TABLE GAMES Mar 11, 10AM at Town Hall, Bethlehem. There will be a public-input hearing on adding table games at the Sands Casino. WRITTEN COMMENTS OR REGISTRATION TO SPEAK MUST BE RECEIVED BY NOON ON MAR 9. Go to this site to register or for more info. www.pgcb.state.pa.us/?p=177

GIVING TO HAITI If you—or family or friends here or overseas—would like to give, you may give online at www.nc4.org, or send a check to NC4 with “Haiti” in the memo line. 100% of donations will go to Haiti relief.

MINISTRY CALENDAR & INFO

MAR 14 PARENTS Revolutionary Parenting Simulcast by Focus on the Family at Line Lexington Mennonite Church, 215.822.0446. (Not an NC4 event, we're just providing info.)

MAR 14 - PERU MTG Immediately after the Sunday service, in the conference room, about the short-term mission trip to Peru, July 2-12. Questions? Call Becky, 610.868.2864.

MAR 15 SM. GR. LEADERS Dinner meeting, 6-8PM. RSVP to the church office ASAP.

WOMEN’S MINISTRY Coffee Connections! Ladies, we have opportunities for you to come out and get some fellowship. Three women have opened their homes at different times this month. PLEASE SIGN UP AT THE INFO TABLE, and we look forward to seeing you there!

PRAY FOR SHARON! Sharon Malcolm, our missionary in Peru, is on a river trip this weekend. This is her first river trip since the boating accident; please keep her in prayer for courage, peace and favor.

RECYCLE ELECTRONICS Mar 12&13 Bethlehem Christian School will sponsor a recycling day for computers & accessories, media players, phones, stereos, speakers, etc., even dehumidifiers (FREE except for $5-10 fee for TVs and PC monitors). Drop-offs in Cherryville, PA. Contact the church office with questions.

NETS FOR COUPLES - WASH YOUR NETS, IMPROVE YOUR MARRIAGE. Want access to the most reliable personality profile available? Bill Henry is offering personality profiles at cost for couples. Call 610.739.7425 to set up a time to complete the assessment online from your home.

SERIOUS PRAYER NEEDS While there are many prayer needs in our congregation, these members have especially serious health conditions that need our fervent prayers: Mike Miller, Doug Mead, Eric Orth, Lefty Crouthamel & Trisha Groblewski.

WEEKEND TO REMEMBER Marriage Encounter will have two events in the Poconos in April. If you’re interested go to www.familylife.com.

CONTENT BLOCKING Interested in FREE content blocking software on your home computer system? Contact one of the pastors.

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

DZ TEACHERS NEEDED Contact Delaina Sirard for details at d.sirard@nc4.org

NC4 EMERGENCY SHELTER If you’re interested in visiting/staying overnight with the homeless on Sunday nights in our Emergency Shelter in the Fellowship Hall, contact Pat Cuskey, 610.867.5634, or pat.cuskey@nc4.org.

PERSONALS

CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lehigh Valley Christian High School – Sat Mar 27, new campus preview 9-10:30AM, garage sale 7AM – 2PM, 330 Howertown Rd., Catasauqua. Contact k.vanduzer@lvchs.org.

FREE BED Queen-size mattress and box-spring in good condition. Call Ray or Connie Demerjian, 484.221.9189.

BED FOR SALE Double box-spring & mattress, exc. condition, $250. Call Charlie Orth, 610.252.6056.

THANK YOU To My Dearest Brothers & Sisters, It is hard to truly express in mere words how much your love and compassion have meant to me and my family at this time, the loss of my Dad. Thank you for opening your heart and facility to receive us after the funeral. Praise to our ever faithful and Loving God. Love, Jen Sawruk

February 27 & 28, 2010

ANNOUNCEMENTS

LENTEN FAST We are observing a guided fast each week of Lent, pursuing repentance and asking God to deal with cultured idolatry in our lives. There will be a bulletin insert each week with details on the weekly fasts; the info will also be at the Info Table and on the website. THIS WEEK’S FAST: FEB 28-MAR 6, we focus on our relationships with others and we’ll fast we will fast from different kinds of speech.

PRAY FOR LOUISIANA TRIP Please keep these folks in prayer as they travel to LA to continue rebuilding in the aftermath of Katrina, Feb 26-Mar 7. Sobe Serpe, Tom & Terri Williams and their kids, Alli, Megan and Jake, and 3 of the kids’ friends.

PRAY FOR HAITI If you—or family or friends here or overseas—would like to give, you may give online at www.nc4.org, or send a check to NC4 with “Haiti” in the memo line. 100% of donations will go to Haiti relief.

DZ ROOM CHANGES Begin next week. See insert for details.

HAITI TRIP DRIVERS We Need Drivers! Here’s something YOU can do (we’re renting vehicles). We need drivers to get the Haiti team to and from the airport on Mar 6 & 13.

THE HIDDEN ADDICTION: Gambling. Free, one-day seminar open to the community. Mar 27 at First Presbyterian Church in Bethlehem. Questions? Contact Pastor Bob.

MEN’S MINISTRY Iron Sharpens Iron, Allentown. Mar 27 Pick up info & registration forms at the Info Table. DISCOUNT RATE FOR GROUP OF 20 IF REGISTERED BY MAR 17.

ALPHA “CAST A NET” Our next Alpha Course begins Mar 18. Use the suggestions on your bulletin insert “cast a net” by inviting someone to come.

MINISTRY CALENDAR & INFO

MAR 14 PARENTS Revolutionary Parenting Simulcast by Focus on the Family at Line Lexington Mennonite Church, 215.822.0446. (Not an NC4 event, we're just providing info.)

MAR 14 - PERU MTG Immediately after the Sunday service, in the conference room. Who should attend? Anyone who is planning on—or just thinking about—being part of the Short-term mission trip to Peru, July 2-12 Questions? Call Becky, 610.868.2864.

MAR 15 SM. GR. LEADERS Dinner meeting, 6-8PM. RSVP to the church office ASAP.

WEEKEND TO REMEMBER Marriage Encounter will have two events in the Poconos in April. If you’re interested go to www.familylife.com.

CONTENT BLOCKING Interested in FREE content blocking software on your home computer system? Contact one of the pastors.

MISSIONS UPDATES Are on the website. Read Sharon Malcolm’s latest newsletter.

NURSERY UPDATE Lynn Rutledge will be taking over for Leah Chichester as Nursery Coordinator. Leah will still be helping out — thank you for all your hard work, Leah!

NETS FOR COUPLES WASH YOUR NETS, IMPROVE YOUR MARRIAGE. Want access to the most reliable personality profile available? Bill Henry is offering personality profiles at cost for couples. Call 610.739.7425 to set up a time to complete the assessment online from your home.

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

DZ TEACHERS NEEDED Contact Delaina Sirard for details at d.sirard@nc4.org

NC4 EMERGENCY SHELTER If you’re interested in visiting/staying overnight with the homeless on Sunday nights in our Emergency Shelter in the Fellowship Hall, contact Pat Cuskey, 610.867.5634, or pat.cuskey@nc4.org.

PERSONALS

THANK YOU We want to thank our church family for their prayers, calls, cards, flowers, visits and meals over this past month as I have been recovering from two knee replacement surgeries. We praise the Lord that it has gone well. We ask you to pray a little longer on our behalf as I continue my rehab. I look forward to when I will be back with our family again. We love you all. Blessings, Linda & Elmer Brown

CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lehigh Valley Christian High School – Sat Mar 27, new campus preview 9-10:30AM, garage sale 7AM – 2PM, 330 Howertown Rd., Catasauqua. Contact k.vanduzer@lvchs.org.

FREE BED Queen-size mattress and box-spring in good condition. Call Ray or Connie Demerjian, 484.221.9189.

FROM THE ORTHS Dearest NC4 Family, We would like to express our very deepest gratitude for the constant prayer and support that continues to shower upon us. These past few months have been a very trying time for our family. We would not be surviving if it was not for our church family. The meals, cards, phone calls, encouragement.... has all been a tremendous blessing to us. Please know how much we love and miss you all. Looking forward to being with you all again soon!! Love, Jen & Eric Orth and Family (Eric has been undergoing treatment for cancer. He’s doing well.)

BED FOR SALE Double box-spring & mattress, exc. condition, $250. Call Charlie Orth, 610.252.6056.

February 20 & 21, 2010

ANNOUNCEMENTS

LENTEN FAST We are observing a guided fast each week of Lent, pursuing repentance and asking God to deal with cultured idolatry in our lives. There will be a bulletin insert each week with details on the weekly fasts; the info will also be at the Info Table and on the website. THIS WEEK’S FAST: FEB 21-27, we will fast one meal a day and substitute the taking of communion.

SECRET SISTERS ASAP! Ladies, if you put your name in the Secret Sister box, please go pick one out today.

RACHEL HICKSON’S BOOK Rachel’s new book, Stepping Stones to Freedom, is now for sale. To order, visit www.heartcry.us.

MUSICIANS MTG SUNDAY At 7PM. Please make this a priority!

COUPLES ASSESSMENTS - WASH YOUR NETS, IMPROVE YOUR MARRIAGE. Want access to the most reliable personality profile available? Bill Henry is offering personality profiles at cost for couples. Call 610.739.7425 to set up a time to complete the assessment online from your home.

WEEKEND TO REMEMBER Marriage Encounter will have two events in the Poconos in April. If you’re interested go to www.familylife.com.

MINISTRY CALENDAR & INFO

SR HIGH DZ THIS SUNDAY In the Youth Room.

FEB 27 MARRIAGE FOCUS 9:30AM-4:30PM. Simulcast by Focus On The Family at Franconia Mennonite Church. 215.723.3220 www.franconiamennonite.org (Not an NC4 event, we’re just providing info.)

MAR 14 PARENTS Revolutionary Parenting Simulcast by Focus on the Family at Line Lexington Mennonite Church, 215.822.0446. (Not an NC4 event, we're just providing info.)

MAR 15 SM. GR. LEADERS Dinner meeting, 6-8PM. RSVP to the church office ASAP.

CONTENT BLOCKING Interested in FREE content blocking software on your home computer system? Contact one of the pastors.

MEN’S MINISTRY

Construction skills needed, see Ministry Opps on back page.

Iron Sharpens Iron, Allentown. Mar 27—Pick up info & registration forms at the Info Table.

MISSIONS UPDATES Are on the website. Read Sharon Malcolm’s latest newsletter.

NURSERY UPDATE Lynn Rutledge will be taking over for Leah Chichester as Nursery Coordinator. Leah will still be helping out — thank you for all your hard work, Leah!

WOMEN’S MINISTRY NEWS Thanks again to Vickie Nisbet for heading up the Women's Ministry for so long! At this time, Trish Groblewski, Judy Frei, and Deb Baker are team leading with Deb Baker as the Women's Ministry Coordinator. Plans and activities TBA; we’ll focus on relationship-building in step with NC4’s 2010 vision. Call Deb Baker with any questions at 610.868.4305.

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

DZ TEACHERS NEEDED Contact Delaina Sirard for details at d.sirard@nc4.org

GUYS NEEDED Men needed to help Care Net set up their new Bethlehem Center. Many construction-related skills needed. For additional info on specific skills needed, please contact Lois Licsko terlincha@rcn.com or Polly Barr at pjbarr71@gmail.com.

PERSONALS

THANK YOU We want to thank our church family for their prayers, calls, cards, flowers, visits and meals over this past month as I have been recovering from my first knee surgery. We praise the Lord that it has gone so well. On Tues Feb 16 I went back in for my 2nd surgery so we ask you to pray a little longer on our behalf. It was wonderful to be with you last week for service and I look forward to when I will be back with our family again. We love you all. Blessings, Linda & Elmer Brown

ENCOURAGE! Jane Vaughn’s husband, James, is suffering with very serious and ongoing health issues. If you’d like to send cards of encouragement, the address is 265 E. Main St. Bath, PA 18014.

FREE BED Queen-size mattress and box-spring in good condition. Call Ray or Connie Demerjian, 484.221.9189.

FROM THE ORTHS Dearest NC4 Family, We would like to express our very deepest gratitude for the constant prayer and support that continues to shower upon us. These past few months have been a very trying time for our family. We would not be surviving if it was not for our church family. The meals, cards, phone calls, encouragement.... has all been a tremendous blessing to us. Please know how much we love and miss you all. Looking forward to being with you all again soon! Love, Jen & Eric Orth and Family (Eric has been undergoing treatment for cancer. He’s doing well.)

February 13 & 14, 2010

ANNOUNCEMENTS

OUR SPEAKER THIS WEEKEND - JULIUS ESUNGE, PH.D. Julius & his wife, Eunice, came to the U.S. from Cameroon where they ministered extensively as leaders with the evangelistic ministry Cameroon Youths for Jesus. After attending NC4 while Julius was completing his M.S. in Math at Lehigh U., they moved to Baton Rouge where Julius earned his Ph.D. The Esunges recently relocated from Baton Rouge to Fredericksburg, VA, where Julius is an assistant professor of Mathematics at the U. of Martha Washington and Eunice is a nurse. The have two young children, Timothy and Lydia. The Esunges attend our sister church, Grace Church of F’burg, and have been critical participants in the Grace Network church plant in Cameroon through Hope Outreach International Ministries (HOIM), an evangelistic ministry founded by Julius. HOIM is a non-profit organization dedicated to Evangelizing the lost through gospel crusades, camps and conferences; Empowering orphans, widows and those in need through Christ-centered vocational training; and Equipping ministers of the gospel through Christian seminars and resources. www.hopeoutreachinternational.org

COUPLES ASSESSMENTS—WASH YOUR NETS, IMPROVE YOUR MARRIAGE. Want access to the most reliable personality profile available? Bill Henry is offering personality profiles at cost for couples. Call 610.739.7425 to set up a time to complete the assessment online from your home.

SMALL GROUP LEADERS The Dinner Meeting has been changed to Mon Mar 15.

SECRET SISTERS IF you put your name in the Secret Sisters box, please pick a name today!

RACHEL HICKSON’S BOOK Rachel’s new book, Stepping Stones to Freedom, is now for sale. To order, visit www.heartcry.us.

MINISTRY CALENDAR & INFO

LAST CHANCE To sign up for the Faith & Family Night Ice Hockey events. Stop at the Info Table today! Need 20 for group rates.

FEB PNEUMA DATES Feb 19 –21 Adore Conference, VA.

FEB 15 CARENET SM. GR. Monthly mtg at 7PM at Lois Licsko’s home. If you’d like to attend, call Lois at 610.438.3306

FEB 19 HAITI RELIEF 8PM. Haiti Relief Concert at Calvary Temple. For details call 610.398.322.

FEB 27 MARRIAGE FOCUS 9:30AM-4:30PM. Simulcast by Focus On The Family at Franconia Mennonite Church. 215.723.3220 www.franconiamennonite.org (Not an NC4 event, we’re just providing info.)

MAR 14 PARENTS Revolutionary Parenting Simulcast by Focus on the Family at Line Lexington Mennonite Church, 215.822.0446. (Not an NC4 event, we're just providing info.)

JULY 2-12 PERU STM TRIP July 2-12. Contact Becky Dech with questions, 610.868.2864.

‘09 NC4 FINANCIAL STMT Copies avail. for NC4 members; contact Tony Piergiovanni t.pierg@nc4.org

CONTENT BLOCKING Interested in content blocking software on your home computer system? Contact one of the pastors.

MEN’S MINISTRY Construction skills urgently needed, see Ministry Opps on back page. Iron Sharpens Iron, Allentown. Coming Soon—Pick up info & registration forms at the Info Table. Nearly 20 NC4 guys attended last year, and it gets better every year. Join us for a day of worship, prayer, fellowship and powerful teaching.

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

GUYS NEEDED ASAP Men urgently needed to help Care Net set up their new Bethlehem Center. Many construction-related skills needed. For additional info on specific skills needed, please contact Lois Licsko terlincha@rcn.com or Polly Barr at pjbarr71@gmail.com.

PERSONALS

CONDOLENCES To Jen Sawruk and family on the loss of her father. Our prayers are with you.

ENCOURAGE! Jane Vaughn’s husband, James, is suffering with very serious and ongoing health issues. If you’d like to send cards of encouragement, the address is 265 E. Main St. Bath, PA 18014.

THANK YOU For the prayer support during my mother’s passing, for the beautiful flowers, and cards. The love and support expressed during that difficult time is such a precious gift from our church family. ~ Jan and Jim Lewis

February 6 & 7, 2010

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SECRET SISTERS IF you put your name in the Secret Sisters box, please pick a name today!

‘09 NC4 FINANCIAL STMT A copy is available for church members by contacting Tony Piergiovanni at t.pierg@nc4.org .

CARENET CRIB Will be in the lobby Feb 13&14 for the monthly donations of baby items.

BAD WEATHER In the event of a weather-related weekend service cancellation, check the website! Or you may call NC4 and dial x56 to hear any weather-related announcements. In addition, NC4 announces cancellations on WJCS FM 89.3, WAEB AM 790, or on the web at www.waeb.com or www.wfmz.com

COUPLES ASSESSMENTS WASH YOUR NETS, IMPROVE YOUR MARRIAGE. Want access to the most reliable personality profile available? Bill Henry is offering personality profiles at cost for couples. Call 610.739.7425 to set up a time to complete the assessment online from your home.

VALENTINE’S DINNER YCC/Club 60 Dinner rescheduled for Feb 12, 6-9PM.

FOCUS ON MARRIAGE Sat Feb 27, 9:30AM-4:30PM. Simulcast by Focus On The Family at Franconia Mennonite Church, 613 Harleysville Pike, Telford, PA. 215.723.3220 www.franconiamennonite.org (Not an NC4 event, we’re just providing info.)

PARENTS Sat. Mar 14. Revolutionary Parenting Simulcast by Focus on the Family at Line Lexington Mennonite Church, 80 Hilltown Pike, Line Lexington, PA, 18932. 215.822.0446. (Not an NC4 event, we're just providing info.)

MINISTRY CALENDAR & INFO

FEB PNEUMA DATES Feb 19 –21 Adore Conference, VA.

FEB 12 DINNER RESCHED.YCC/Club 60 Valentine’s Dinner. 6-9PM

FEB 15 CARENET SM. GR. Monthly mtg at 7PM at Lois Licsko’s home. Anyone interested in attending, call Lois at 610.438.3306

FEB 19 HAITI RELIEF Save the Date—Haiti Relief Concert at Calvary Temple. 8PM, details TBA.

JULY 2-12 PERU STM TRIP July 2-12. Contact Becky Dech with questions, 610.868.2864.

CONTENT BLOCKING Interested in content blocking software on your home computer system? Contact one of the pastors.

WOMEN’S MINISTRY NEWS Thanks again to Vickie Nisbet for heading up the Women's Ministry for so long! At this time, Trish Groblewski, Judy Frei, and Deb Baker are team leading with Deb Baker as the Women's Ministry Coordinator. Plans and activities will be forthcoming. We’ll be focusing on relationship-building in step with our church vision for 2010. Call Deb Baker with any questions at 610.868.4305.

ICE HOCKEY, ANYONE? If you are interested in the Ice Hockey events please sign up at the Info Table ASAP! We’ll take sign-ups thru Feb 14; WE NEED 20 PEOPLE TO GET GROUP RATES.

RIVER PRAYER Tuesdays 4:30-9PM. The Fellowship Hall is open; you’re free to come and go as you please. This time of prayer is open to MEN AND WOMEN. Joining in agreement for God’s Kingdom purpose in our day.

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

GUYS NEEDED ASAP Men urgently needed to help Care Net set up their new Bethlehem Center. Many construction-related skills needed. Please contact Joanne Geiger with NC4’s Inside Out Ministry for additional info on specific skills needed. speakspanish_si@yahoo.com

PERSONALS

CONDOLENCES To Jen Sawruk and family on the loss of her father. Our prayers are with you.

ENCOURAGE! Jane Vaughn’s husband, James, is suffering with very serious and ongoing health issues. If you’d like to send cards of encouragement, the address is 265 E. Main St. Bath, PA 18014.

CONGRATULATIONS To Eric & Danielle Frank on the birth of their daughter Violet Mae, 7lbs 2ozs, born Jan 28. Congrats to grandparents Pastor Grubby and Trish, and great-grandma Joye Martin, too!

CAREGIVER NEEDED Fun-loving female caregiver for our 39 yr-old daughter who is mentally handicapped. Two shifts available; Fri 6-11PM and Sat 1-6PM. Excellent salary. Staff must have their own car, good driving record, and current driver’s license. Call Anne & Dick Kovach for details, at 610.691.1946

THANK YOU For all the flowers, thoughts and prayers after Rick’s hospitalization. We so appreciate them! Rick & Barb Tocci

THANK YOU For the flowers prayers, and support after the loss of my father, it means so much to us ~ Barb & George Harka

January 30 & 31, 2010

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SIGN UP ASAP! LAST WEEKEND TO SIGN UP! Fri Feb 5, 6-9PM at NC4. $15 per couple. YCC (Young Covenant Couples) & Club 60 Valentines Dinner. Childcare UP TO AGE 6 provided. Register now at the Info Table or online, www.nc4.org.

SECRET SISTERS! Ladies 18+, today is the last day to place your name in the Secret Sister box at the Info Table. Extra forms are next to the box; we’ll draw names next week!

PRAY FOR HAITI Check the website for updates. If you—or family or friends here or overseas—would like to give, you may give online at www.nc4.org, or send a check to the church with “Haiti” in the memo line. 100% of donations will go to Haiti relief.

GN HAITI TEAM Michael Sobetsky is in Haiti with the GN team to provide medical assistance and assess the structural integrity of remaining buildings. Please pray for them.

LOUISIANA MTG TODAY Interested in going to New Orleans on a short-term mission trip? There will be a meeting to determine interest after service on Jan 30&31. Questions? Contact Chris Templeton, 610.248.4398.

CARENET STUFF We’ll have the crib in the lobby next weekend for the monthly donations of baby items.

BIRTHDAY LISTS For those who like to send cards, etc., birthday calendars of NC4 members are available at the Info Table.

BAD WEATHER In the event of a weekend service cancellation due to bad weather, check the website! Or you may call NC4 and dial x56 to hear any weather-related announcements. In addition, NC4 announces cancellations on WJCS FM 89.3, WAEB AM 790, or on the web at www.waeb.com or www.wfmz.com

MINISTRY CALENDAR & INFO

PNEUMA TOPICS/EVENTS

Feb 3 Doing The Right Thing The Wrong Way

Feb 19 –21 Adore Conference, VA.

JAN 30 & 31 MISSION MTGS After service - New Orleans.

FEB 5 VALENTINE DINNER 6-9PM at NC4. YCC (Young Covenant Couples) & Club 60 Valentines Dinner. Childcare (up to age 6) provided. $15 per couple.

JULY 2-12 PERU STM TRIP July 2-12. Join Sharon Malcolm in the jungles of Peru! Bring life-changing aid and Good News to the Peruvian Indians. Questions? Contact Becky Dech, 610.868.2864.

CONTENT BLOCKING Interested in content blocking software on your home computer system? Contact one of the pastors. Guard your hearts and eyes!

MEN’S GROUPS Two groups: young men, ages 15-20, and men 21+. Contact Ken Westgate at khwjr@yahoo.com.

FAITH & FAMILY UPDATE Sign up right away! Two event opportunities: the Reading Royals on Mar 6, and the Hershey Bears on Mar 7, tix are $11&$16 IF WE GET A GROUP OF AT LEAST 15. SIGN UP AT THE INFO TABLE ASAP. Make checks payable to NC4, “Family Night” in memo line.

PRAYER CHAIN If you need to contact Glenn & Dottie Miller for the Prayer Chain—urgent prayer needs— while the church office is not open, you may contact them at 610.442.0410 or email dlmiller@fast.net. Mon-Fri 9AM-3:30PM you may send prayer requests to Ali in the church office.

RIVER PRAYER Will meet Tues, Feb 2. This time of prayer is open to everyone - IT IS NOT just for women. The Fellowship Hall is open from 4:30-9PM; you’re free to come and go as you please. We are agreeing along with the body of Christ for more of God’s Kingdom purpose in our day.

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

PLUGGING IN Looking for somewhere to serve our community or here at NC4? Contact the church office or the leaders of the Inside Out Ministry.

PRACTICAL HELP CareNet will soon open their new facility on Broad St, but they need help this week with demolition, carpet removal, painting, & cleaning. Contact Lois Licsko at carenetrep2@nc.org or 610.438.3306.

PERSONALS

CONGRATULATIONS To Eric & Danielle Frank on the birth of their daughter Violet Mae, 7lbs 2ozs, born Jan 28. Congrats to grandparents Pastor Grubby and Trish, too!

ENCOURAGE! Naomi Storey is on strict hospitalized bed rest in FL until her baby is born (due in May). If you’d like to send her cards, books, DVDs, etc., the address is: Florida Hospital South; Attn: OB Unit 601 E. Rollins St. Orlando, FL 32803

CAREGIVER NEEDED Fun-loving female caregiver for our 39 yr-old daughter who is mentally handicapped. She is mobile, very personable, and prefers to be out and about in the community. Although she can’t speak, she has an excellent understanding of what is being said to her. Two shifts available; Fri 6-11PM and Sat 1-6PM. Excellent salary. Staff must have their own car, good driving record, and current driver’s license. Call Anne & Dick Kovach at 610.691.1946

THANK YOU For all the flowers, thoughts and prayers after Rick’s hospitalization. We so appreciate them! Rick & Barb Tocci

THANK YOU For the flowers prayers, and support after the loss of my father, it means so much to us ~ Barb & George Harka

HOUSE FOR SALE 3-bdrm, 2-bath cape cod in move-in condition in Hellertown, $189,900. Contact Alison or Jason Erk, 610.838.5651.

FOR RENT Fountain Hill Twnhs, 2BR, 1bath, off-street parking, fenced yard, near St. Luke’s. $780 + utilities, no pets, call 610.798.7972.

January 23 & 24, 2010

ANNOUNCEMENTS

GN TEAM HAITI TEAM Hopes to leave before the end of Jan. for approximately one week to provide medical assistance and assess the structural integrity of remaining buildings. Michael Sobetsky and Chris Templeton will be on the team.

VALENTINE’S DINNER Fri Feb 5, 6-9PM at NC4. $15 per couple. YCC (Young Covenant Couples) & Club 60 Valentines Dinner. Childcare (up to age 6) provided. Register now at the Info Table or online, www.nc4.org.

SR HIGH DZ This Sunday in the Youth Room.

CARENET BOTTLES Will be collected next weekend.

DO YOU COOK (OR SHOP)? Would you like to make (or provide) an occasional meal for members who are in need during illness or recovery? NC4’s Manna Ministry will be busy in the coming months with members having medical procedures and babies. We need meal preparers. If you’d like to serve, please contact Heather Heisey at hsheisey@yahoo.com.

NEW ORLEANS? PERU? Are you interested in going to New Orleans on a short-term mission trip? There will be a meeting to determine interest after service on Jan 30&31. Questions? Contact Chris Templeton, 610.248.4398. If you’re interested in going to Peru July 2-12, call Becky Dech, 610.868.2864.

PRAYER CHAIN If you need to contact Glenn & Dottie Miller for the Prayer Chain while the church office is not open, you may contact them at 610.442.0410 or email dlmiller@fast.net. Mon-Fri 9AM-3:30PM you may send prayer requests to Ali in the church office.

MINISTRY CALENDAR & INFO

PNEUMA TOPICS/EVENTS

Jan 27 Image Bearers

Feb 3 Doing The Right Thing The Wrong Way

Feb 19&20 Adore Conference, VA.

JAN 30 & 31 MISSION MTGS After service - New Orleans.

FEB 5 VALENTINE DINNER 6-9PM at NC4. YCC (Young Covenant Couples) & Club 60 Valentines Dinner. Childcare (up to age 6) provided.

PERU MISSION TRIP July 2-12. Join Sharon Malcolm in the jungles of Peru! Bring life-changing aid and Good News to the Peruvian Indians. Questions? Contact Becky Dech, 610.868.2864.

CONTENT BLOCKING Interested in content blocking software on your home computer system? Contact one of the pastors. Guard your hearts and eyes!

MEN’S GROUPS Two groups: young men, ages 15-20, and men 21+. Contact Ken Westgate at khwjr@yahoo.com.

WOMEN'S MINISTRY Women 18+ who regularly attend NC4 are invited to participate in our Secret Sisters program! This is an opportunity to trade cards, prayers, encouragement, etc with another woman in our church. Fill out your Secret Sister form and drop in the Secret Sister Box at the Info Table today. We’ll be drawing names in a few weeks. Call Deb Baker with questions at 610.868.4305.

FAITH & FAMILY UPDATE We didn't have enough sign-ups for the Jan 22 game. However, there are two other event opportunities: the Reading Royals on Mar 6, and the Hershey Bears on Mar 7, tics are $11&$16 IF WE GET A GROUP OF AT LEAST 15. SIGN UP AT THE INFO TABLE ASAP. Make checks payable to NC4, “Family Night” in memo line.

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

PLUGGING IN Looking for somewhere to serve our community or here at NC4? Contact the church office or the leaders of the Inside Out Ministry.

PRACTICAL HELP ASAP CareNet will soon open their new facility on Broad St, but they need help this week with demolition, carpet removal, painting, & cleaning. A team will probably go this Tues, Jan 26. Contact Lois Licsko at carenetrep2@nc.org or 610.438.3306.

PERSONALS

IN NEED OF...a washing machine or someone who can fix one. Please call Nicole, 610.419.0800.

IN NEED OF...Futon bed. Call Dottie, 610.653.3888.

HOUSE FOR SALE 3-bedroom, 2-bath cape cod in move-in condition in Hellertown, $189,900. For more info contact Alison or Jason Erk, 610.838.5651.

ENCOURAGE! Due to complications, Naomi Storey is on strict bed rest in the hospital in Florida until her baby is born (due in May). If you’d like to send her cards, books, DVDs, etc., the address is:

Naomi Storey

Florida Hospital South

Attn: OB Unit

601 E. Rollins St.

Orlando, FL 32803-1248

January 16 & 17, 2010

ANNOUNCEMENTS

PRAY FOR HAITI Check the website for updates and to give online.

CENSUS TIME, BETHLEHEM We need your updated contact info THIS WEEK so that we have accurate data for our Vision Weekend coming up at the end of this month. If you attend here regularly and you’ve never filled out a MEMBER & REGULAR ATTENDEE INFO FORM, or if you have UPDATED info, please go to the website to fill out the form, www.nc4.org/members/forms, and mail it in or drop it off at the office or stop at the Info Table after service and fill one out. Information on the forms includes address, phone numbers, emails, children, birthdays, anniversaries and occupation. Thank you!

SR HIGH DZ THIS SUNDAY In the Youth Room.

MINISTRY CALENDAR & INFO

PNEUMA TOPICS/EVENTS

Jan 20 F.E.A.R.

Jan 27 Image Bearers

Feb 19&20 Adore Conference, VA.

JAN 18 CARENET GROUP The monthly CareNet meetings have been changed to the third Monday of each month. Contact Lois Licsko with questions, carenetrep2@nc.org or 610.438.3306.

JAN 30 & 31 MISSION MTGS After service - New Orleans.

FEB 5 VALENTINE DINNER Save the Date! 6-8:30PM at NC4. YCC (Young Covenant Couples) & Club 60 Valentines Dinner. Childcare (up to age 6) provided.

PERU MISSION TRIP July 2-12. Join Sharon Malcolm in the jungles of Peru! Bring life-changing aid and Good News to the Peruvian Indians. Questions? Contact Becky Dech, 610.868.2864.

CONTENT BLOCKING Interested in content blocking software on your home computer system? Contact one of the pastors. Guard your hearts and eyes!

MEN’S GROUPS Two groups: young men, ages 15-20, and men 21+. Contact Ken Westgate at khwjr@yahoo.com.

FAITH & FAMILY NIGHT Philadelphia 76ers Basketball, Fri Jan 22, 7PM. For the whole family, followed by Christian concert. $15/ $30 per person, depending on seating - please indicate your preference when you sign up. SIGN UP AT THE INFO TABLE BY JAN 17; PAYMENT DUE BY JAN 24. Make checks payable to NC4, “Family Night” in memo line.

WOMEN'S MINISTRY Women 18+ who regularly attend NC4 are welcome to participate in our Secret Sisters program! Fill out your Secret Sister form and drop in the Secret Sister Box at the Info Table today. We’ll be drawing names in a few weeks. Call Deb Baker with questions at 610.868.4305.

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

PLUGGING IN Looking for somewhere to serve our community or here at NC4? Contact the church office or the leaders of the Inside Out Ministry.

DZ TEACHERS NEEDED For 5th & 6th and 7th & 8th grades for the next DZ semester (Feb & Mar - curriculum is provided). THIS IS A ONE-MONTH COMMITMENT in which you would switch off preparing/ teaching every other week with another teacher. God is doing great things with our kids and they need our support! Please respond to Delaina Sirard ASAP to sign up or with questions, 610.398.6945 or d.sirard@nc4.org. Thank you!

PERSONALS

IN NEED OF...a washing machine or someone who can fix one. Please call Nicole at 610.419.0800.

IN NEED OF...Futon bed. Call Dottie, 610.653.3888.

COMPUTER WANTED Got an old - working - one you’d like to give away? Call Rosa, 610.758.8181.

January 9 & 10, 2010

ANNOUNCEMENTS

DO YOU COOK (OR SHOP)? Would you like to make (or provide) an occasional meal for members who are in need during illness or recovery? NC4’s Manna Ministry will be busy in the coming months with members having medical procedures and babies. We need a new Coordinator for this Ministry as well as meal preparers. If you’d like to serve in either capacity, please contact the church office.

NC4 EMERGENCY SHELTER For the homeless at NC4: Every Sunday evening this winter in the Fellowship Hall - Men needed to stay overnight —and ladies to visit for a couple of hours. Those coming to visit may arrive at 7PM, those staying over don’t have to arrive til 9PM and stay til 7:30AM. Contact Pat Cuskey at 610.867.5634, or email pat.cuskey@nc4.org

DZ TEACHERS NEEDED One-month commitment. Please respond to Delaina Sirard ASAP to sign up or with questions - Thank you. d.sirard@nc4.org 610.398.6945.

MINISTRY CALENDAR & INFO

JAN PNEUMA TOPICS

Jan 13 The Answer To The Question

You Always Wanted To Know

Jan 20 F.E.A.R.

HAITI MEDICAL TRIP Interested in the 2010 Haiti Medical Mission (Mar 3-13)? Contact Chris Templeton, 610.248.4398.

PERU MISSION TRIP July 2-12. You've heard Sharon Malcolm speak... now join her in the jungles of Peru! Bring life-changing aid and Good News to the Peruvian Indians. See Becky Dech if interested, 610.868.2864. More info TBA!

CONTENT BLOCKING Interested in content blocking software on your home computer system? Contact one of the pastors and someone from the Men's Ministry Team who has been trained to assist in this area will contact you.

BAD WEATHER In the event of a weekend service cancellation due to bad weather, you may call NC4 and dial x56 to hear any weather-related announcements, or check the website In addition, NC4 announces cancellations on WJCS FM 89.3, WAEB AM 790, or on the web at www.waeb.com or www.wfmz.com

FAITH & FAMILY NIGHT Philadelphia 76ers Basketball, Feb 3, 7PM. For the whole family, followed by Christian concert. $15/ $30 per person, depending on seating - please indicate your preference when you sign up. SIGN UP AT THE INFO TABLE BY JAN 17; PAYMENT DUE BY JAN 24. Make checks payable to NC4, “Family Night” in memo line.

MEN’S GROUPS As a follow-up to the Men’s Breakfast, there are sign-ups for two men's groups.

Young men, ages 15-20

Men 21+

Both groups will focus on the issues of sexual purity and holiness in today's society, and specific steps to deal with this issue. If interested, email

Ken Westgate at khwjr@yahoo.com.

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

CARENET BOTTLES ETC There will be a table in the lobby this weekend to distribute bottles for collecting your loose change. Filled bottles are to be returned Jan 30&31 and Feb 6&7.

NEW YEAR, NEW DEAL There are many areas in our community and here at NC4 where help is needed. If you’re looking for a place to get your skin in the game, contact the church office, the leaders of the Inside Out Ministry, or Pastor Bob for opportunities to serve.

PERSONALS

CONGRATULATIONS! To Ed Pawlowski, who was re-elected Mayor of Allentown, and inaugurated Jan 4. We’re proud of you, Ed!

IN NEED OF... a washing machine or someone who can fix one. Please call Nicole at 610.419.0800.

DAVID PAYNE DVD There is one copy of David Payne’s (C.S. Lewis actor) DVD, Prisoner of Passion. 1^st come, 1^st served, $20. Contact the church office.

FREE STUFF Girls’ toys—stuffed animals. Also, high-chair. Call Mary, 610.758.8698.

STUFF Free Love seat and La-Z-Boy recliner; Wurlitzer organ in very good condition - $100 call the Meads for details 610.433.9928. You’ll need your own transport.

CONGRATULATIONS! To Ken & Joan Bitler on the birth of their 1st granddaughter, Bridget Marcella McFadden, born Jan 2, 6lbs 10ozs!

COMPUTER WANTED Got an old - working - one you’d like to give away? Call Rosa, 610.758.8181.

FOR SALE ‘08 Smart Yellow Cabriolet, 4,950 mi. Leather heated seats, center leather armrest, pwr windows, 6 CD player, tach & clock gauges, seat covers: Mercedes badging, stubby antenna, car is in “as new condition”. $15,300 OBO. If interested, email bessone1216@yahoo.com or call 610.966.2506, ask for Bill.

January 2 & 3, 2010

ANNOUNCEMENTS

THE LEAST OF THESE EMERGENCY COLD WEATHER HOMELESS SHELTER. Men needed to stay overnight —and ladies to visit—in our Fellowship Hall with the homeless on Sunday nights on an ongoing basis over the course of the winter. Those coming to visit may arrive at 7PM, those staying over don’t have to arrive til 9PM, and stay til 7:30AM, beginning Jan 3. Contact Pat Cuskey at 610.867.5634.

SHARON MALCOLM Needs to return her car to Shartlesville, approx 1 hour away, on Jan 7, anytime of day. If you can accompany her and give her a ride home, please call Sharon at 610.435.9143. Thank you!

DENNY CRAMER LINK Here is the link for Dennis Cramer’s 3 services (all the personal prophecies) as well as Diane Cramer’s message at the Women’s Breakfast from the weekend of Dec 11-13. THEY WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE ON OUR PUBLIC WEB PAGE OR iTUNES. www.nc4.org/special_services

CENSUS TIME, BETHLEHEM We need your info! If you attend here regularly and you’ve never filled out a Member & Regular Attendee Info form, or if you have UPDATED info, please stop at the Info Table and fill one out or go to the website, www.nc4.org/members

DZ TEACHERS NEEDED For 5th & 6th and 7th & 8th grades for the next DZ semester (Jan, Feb, Mar - Curriculum is provided).THIS IS A ONE-MONTH COMMITMENT in which you would switch off preparing/ teaching every other week with another teacher. God is doing great things with our kids and they need our support! Please respond to Delaina Sirard ASAP to sign up or with questions - Thank you. d.sirard@nc4.org 610.398.6945

MINISTRY CALENDAR & INFO

JAN PNEUMA TOPICS

Jan 6 Crying About The Man In The Mirror…Self Identity

Jan 13 The Answer To The Question You Always Wanted To Know

HAITI MEDICAL TRIP Interested in the 2010 Haiti Medical Mission (Mar 3-13)? Contact Chris Templeton, 610.248.4398.

DISCIPLE ZONE PARENTS DZ is meant to support you as parents as you teach your kids to know and serve God. To help do that, the NC4 homepage has a DZ link with great stuff you can use - lesson points, memory verses, and helpful info about your kids’ DZ .

MEN’S GROUPS As a follow-up to the Men’s Breakfast, there are sign-ups for two men's groups.

Young men, ages 15-20

Men 21+

Both groups will focus on the issues of sexual purity and holiness in today's society, and specific steps to deal with this issue. If interested, email Ken Westgate at khwjr@yahoo.com.

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

CARENET BOTTLES ETC CareNet will again do a Baby Bottle Fundraiser. There will be a table in the lobby this weekend and Jan 9&10 to distribute bottles for collecting loose change, and they’ll be collected on Jan 30&31 and Feb 6&7. We’ll also have a bin for the usual 1st of the month baby item donations.

NEW YEAR, NEW DEAL? There are many areas in our community and here at NC4 where help is needed. If you’re looking for a place to get your skin in the game, contact the church office, the leaders of the Inside Out Ministry, or Pastor Bob for opportunities to serve.

PERSONALS

CONGRATULATIONS To Eric & Eileen Teyim on the birth of their son, David Awason, born Dec 22, 8lbs 9ozs!

ADDRESS UPDATE Andy & Kelly MacBride 15710 S. Ainsworth St. Gardena, CA 90247

STUFF Free Love seat and La-Z-Boy recliner; Wurlitzer organ in very good condition - $100 call the Meads for details 610.433.9928. You’ll need your own transport.

COMPUTER WANTED Got an old - working - one you’d like to give away? Call Rosa, 610.758.8181.

FOR SALE ‘08 Smart Yellow Cabriolet, 4,950 mi. Leather heated seats, center leather armrest, pwr windows, 6 CD player, tach & clock gauges, seat covers: Mercedes badging, stubby antenna, car is in “as new condition". $15,300 OBO. If interested, email bessone1216@yahoo.com or call 610.966.2506, ask for Bill.

December 27, 2009

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SPEAKER Sharon Malcolm has been a member of NC4 since 1981. In ‘99 she responded to a mission’s call and went to serve in Guatemala for 7 years and then transferred to Peru in ‘06 where she is currently serving. Sharon is a missionary with Calvary International, a mission sending organization based in Jacksonville, FL. She is doing community development work in the rural communities that reside on two rivers with projects that help improve the quality of life for the villages. The projects not only meet some very real physical needs but also open doors for evangelism and discipleship for a total community transformation.

CHRISTMAS OFFERING Don’t let snow cancellations limit medicine for Haiti, typhoon relief for the Philippines and small business assistance in Cameroon. Make checks to NC4 with “Christmas Offering” in the memo line. THIS OFFERING IS ABOVE OUR TITHES.

CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED The office will be closed for the Christmas Holidays—we’ll be back on Mon Jan 4. In the event of a true emergency, you may call the church office and dial x30 and a pastor will be in touch. Merry Christmas!

2009 CONTRIBUTIONS To be eligible for a 2009 tax deduction, please be sure all contributions are received in the church office or postmarked by Thursday, December 31. Contributions received or postmarked after December 31 will be recorded on statements for 2010.

DENNY CRAMER LINK The link for Dennis Cramer’s 3 services (all the personal prophecies) as well as Diane Cramer’s message at the Women’s Breakfast from the weekend of Dec 11-13 will not be available on our public website or on iTunes, but a private link will be available in the paper bulletin or if you contact the church office.

MINISTRY CALENDAR & INFO

JAN PNEUMA TOPICS

Dec 30 NO PNEUMA

Jan 6 Crying About The Man In The Mirror…Self Identity

DEC 25-JAN 3 Church office closed.

HAITI MEDICAL TRIP Interested in the 2010 Haiti Medical Mission (Mar 3-13)? Contact Chris Templeton, 610.248.4398.

UPDATE YOUR INFO! If you’ve never filled out a Member & Regular Attendee Info form, or if you have updated info, you can fill it out at the Info Table of go to the website, http://www.nc4.org/members/forms

NEW MEN’S GROUPS As a follow-up to the Men’s Breakfast, there are sign-ups for two men's groups.

Young men, ages 15-20

Men 21+

Both groups will focus on the issues of sexual purity and holiness in today's society, and specific steps to deal with this issue. If interested, email Ken Westgate at khwjr@yahoo.com.

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

HOMELESS MINISTRY Men needed to stay overnight—and ladies to visit—in our Fellowship Hall with the homeless on Sunday nights. Those coming to visit may arrive at 7PM, those staying over don’t have to arrive til 9PM, and stay til 7:30AM. Beginning Jan 3. Contact Pat Cuskey at 610.867.5634.

CARENET BOTTLES, ETC CareNet will again do a Baby Bottle Fundraiser. There will be a table in the lobby Jan 2&3 and Jan 9&10 to distribute bottles for collecting loose change, and they’ll be collected on Jan 30&31 and Feb 6&7. We’ll also have a bin for the usual 1st of the month donations.

PERSONALS

CONGRATULATIONS To Eric & Eileen Teyim on the birth of their son, David Awason, born Dec 22, 8lbs 9ozs!

THANK YOU To those who responded to help Delaina with the DZ kids’ Christmas costumes!

ADDRESS UPDATE Andy & Kelly MacBride, 15710 S. Ainsworth St. Gardena, CA 90247

STUFF Free Love seat and La-Z-Boy recliner; Wurlitzer organ in very good condition - $100 call the Meads for details 610.433.9928. You’ll need your own transport.

FREE COMPUTER For basic word processing and internet access. 1^st come 1^st serve, no more info available. Contact the church office.

THANK YOU To our NC4 family: We would like to thank all of you for your loving condolences during this time of the passing of Don's wonderful mother. We were especially touched by funeral visits, cards and flowers. We thank God also because His love shone through you as you touched our lives! We bless our NC4 family this Holiday season for you and yours to experience the Lord's touch in return. Love to you all, Don, Trese and family

December 19 & 20, 2009

ANNOUNCEMENTS

THIS WEEKEND! CARENET’S CHRISTMAS PARTY IS THIS WEEK—if you’d like to bring a gift for kids of single moms AND GET IT TO THE CHURCH BY THIS TUESDAY, please stop at the table in the lobby and pick up a name. Details on the back page.

HOMELESS MINISTRY Men needed to stay overnight—and ladies to visit—in our Fellowship Hall with the homeless on Sunday nights (9PM-7:30AM) beginning Jan 3. Contact Pat Cuskey at 610.867.5634.

HOLIDAY PARKING Meters are free on Saturdays from Dec 5 –21. Parking in the North St. & Walnut St. garages will be free Mon - Sat AFTER 5PM until Jan 4, 2010.

PAINTING & YARD WORK Help a good cause. Casa Refugio has workers able to do yard work and painting jobs. Payment for these services is in the form of a contribution to the program. Contact Tony Piergiovanni for more info. t.pierg@nc4.org

CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED The office will be closed for the Christmas Holiday at noon on Thurs, Dec 24, and we’ll be back on Mon, Jan 4. In the event of a true emergency, you may call the church office and dial x30 and a pastor will be in touch. Merry Christmas!

DENNY CRAMER LINK The link for Dennis Cramer’s 3 services (all the personal prophesies) as well as Diane Cramer’s message at the Women’s Breakfast from the weekend of Dec 11-13 will not be available on our public website or on iTunes, but a private link will be available in the paper bulletin or if you contact the church office.

MINISTRY CALENDAR & INFO

DEC PNEUMA TOPICS

Dec 18 Christmas Dance 7-9PM

Dec 23 NO PNEUMA!

DEC 24 CHRISTMAS EVE Service at 7PM. Invite friends & family! Moravian sugar cake & hot cider in the Fellowship Hall afterwards.

DEC 26 NO SERVICE There will be NO Saturday evening service.

DEC 28-JAN 1 Church office closed.

HAITI MEDICAL TRIP Interested in the (March) 2010 Haiti Medical Mission? Contact Chris Templeton, 610.248.4398.

BAD WEATHER In the event of a weekend service cancellation due to bad weather, you may call NC4 and dial x56 to hear any weather-related announcements, or check the homepage. In addition, NC4 announces cancellations on WJCS FM 89.3, WAEB AM 790, or on the web at www.waeb.com or www.wfmz.com

NEW MEN’S GROUPS As a follow-up to the Men’s Breakfast, there are sign-ups for two men's groups.

Young men, ages 15-20

Men 21+

Both groups will focus on the issues of sexual purity and holiness in today's society, and specific steps to deal with this issue. If interested, email

Ken Westgate at khwjr@yahoo.com.

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

A CARENET CHRISTMAS Some of the moms at CareNet have the following needs for their kids. Any gifts need to be dropped off at NC4 BY TUES DEC 22 SO WE CAN GET THEM TO CARENET for their Christmas Party. Stop at the table in the lobby.

Shanelle - 3 mo-old girl - winter clothes.

Sue Ann - 10 mo-old son Isaiah - Little People Play set (farm, school bus, anything w/ little figures).

Stephanie - 4 yr-old Marissa - Educational toys (learn ABC’s or #’s).

Baby girl due in Mar - Crib, crib toys.

Shacara - 3 yr-old Miguel - a car play set or Duplo Blocks. 1yr-old Kiessa, soft doll or Little People set.

Ursula - 2 yr-old Isaiah - car or Duplo play set. 1yr-old Joseph - Little People or car play set (Little People garage).

PERSONALS

THANK YOU To those who responded to help Delaina with the DZ kids’ Christmas costumes!

ADDRESS UPDATE

Andy & Kelly MacBride

15710 S. Ainsworth St.

Gardena, CA 90247

HOUSE FOR SALE 3 bedroom, 2 bath, move-in condition cape in Hellertown. Priced at $204,500. Contact Jason and Ali Erk for more information at 610.838.5651.

HOME FOR RENT 4 BR home for rent within walking distance to St Luke's/ Lehigh University. Call Phil Osborne for more details at 484.515.5136.

FREE COMPUTER For basic word processing and internet access. 1^st come 1^st serve, no more info available. Contact the church office.

December 12 & 13, 2009

ANNOUNCEMENTS

MEN NEEDED To stay overnight in our Fellowship Hall with the homeless on Sunday nights (9PM-7:30AM) beginning Jan 3. Contact Pat Cuskey at 610.867.5634.

HOLIDAY PARKING Meters are free on Saturdays from Dec 5 –21. Parking in the North St. & Walnut St. garages will be free Mon - Sat AFTER 5PM until Jan 4, 2010.

2009 CONTRIBUTIONS To be eligible for a 2009 tax deduction please be sure all contributions are received in the church office or postmarked by Thursday, December 31. Contributions received or postmarked after December 31 will be recorded on statements for 2010.

MINISTRY CALENDAR & INFO

DEC PNEUMA TOPICS

Dec 16 If It Feels Good…… Why Not?

Dec 18 Christmas Dance 7-9PM

Dec 23 NO PNEUMA!

DEC 24 CHRISTMAS EVE Service at 7PM. Invite friends & family! Moravian sugar cake & hot cider in the Fellowship Hall afterwards.

DEC 26 NO SERVICE There will be NO Saturday evening service.

HAITI MEDICAL TRIP Interested in the (March) 2010 Haiti Medical Mission? There will be a meeting after services on Dec 12 & 13 in the conference room. Contact Chris Templeton with questions, 610.248.4398.

NEW MEN’S GROUPS Thanks for all who attended the Men's Breakfast. Fantastic turnout, and awesome word from Pastor Grubby. As a follow-up to the breakfast, there are sign-ups for two men's groups.

Young men, ages 15-20

Men 21+

Both groups will focus on the issues of sexual purity and holiness in today's society, and specific steps to deal with this issue. If interested, email Ken Westgate at khwjr@yahoo.com.

CHRISTMAS GIVING If you would like to give to those in our congregation thru NC4 this Christmas season, the Love One Another Fund (LOAF) provides assistance to NC4 members with pressing financial situations. The NC4 deacon board determines disbursements of funds. Checks can be made payable to NC4 with LOAF in the memo line.

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

A CARENET CHRISTMAS Some of the moms at CareNet have the following needs for their kids. Any gifts need to be dropped off at NC4 by

Dec 21 so we can get them to CareNet for their Christmas Party.

Shanelle - 3 mo-old girl - winter clothes.

Sue Ann - 10 mo-old son Isaiah - Little People Play set (farm, school bus, anything w/ little figures).

Stephanie - 4 yr-old Marissa - Educational toys (learn ABC’s or #’s).

Baby girl due in Mar - Crib, crib toys.

Shacara - 3 yr-old Miguel - a car play set or Duplo Blocks. 1yr-old Kiessa, soft doll or Little People set.

Ursula - 2 yr-old Isaiah - car or Duplo play set. 1yr-old Joseph - Little People or car play set (Little People garage).

PERSONALS

THANK YOU Thanks to the Serve One Another group for helping me pack for my move, giving of themselves and their time. Also thanks to Pastor Bob & Tony for their words of encouragement and holding my arms up when I needed prayer the most. ~ Fran Harka

HOUSE FOR SALE 3 bedroom, 2 bath, move-in condition cape in Hellertown. Priced at $204,500. Contact Jason and Ali Erk for more information at 610.838.5651.

HOME FOR RENT 4 BR home for rent within walking distance to St Luke's/ Lehigh University. Call Phil Osborne for more details at 484.515.5136.

COUCH NEEDED Annette Hanley is in urgent need of a couch. If you have one to donate, please call her at 610.390.6501.

December 5 & 6, 2009

ANNOUNCEMENTS

WELCOME! To new members Patrick & Rita Akuagu, Rebekah Bachman, Brent & Beth Evans, Anne Joseph, Jerry & Teri Klinger, Brendan & Sonya Miller, Ryan & Denise Weaver, Alfonso & Veronica Zamora. We’re happy to have you!

BRASS PLAYERS NEEDED For Christmas Eve. If you can play, contact Tom Horn asap! 610.861.7725 x16, or email tom.horn@nc4.org

CHRISTMAS STARS Don’t forget to bring your Access Services’ Stars back this week or next weekend AT THE LATEST! Thank you!

HOLIDAY PARKING There will be NO meter enforcements on Saturdays from Dec 5 through and including December 21. Parking in the North St. & Walnut St. garages will be free Mon - Sat AFTER 5PM until Jan 4, 2010.

DZ CHRISTMAS EVE Parents, there are still some spaces left if you’d like your kids (ages 4+) to participate in the Christmas Eve processional. Two mandatory rehearsals, details at the Info Table.

MEN NEEDED To stay overnight in our Fellowship Hall with the homeless on Sunday nights (7PM-8AM) beginning Jan 3. Contact Pat Cuskey at 610.867.5634.

MINISTRY CALENDAR & INFO

DEC PNEUMA TOPICS

Dec 9 The Top 5 Worst Things To Do

When Dating

Dec 16 If It Feels Good…… Why Not?

Dec 18 Christmas Dance 7-9PM

DEC 11-13 DENNIS CRAMER Friday, 7PM Prophetic Ministry at NC4 with Dennis Cramer. He’ll also speak at our weekend services.

DEC 12 WOMEN’S BKFST 9-11:30AM, $5. Speaker Diane Cramer. Sign up online or at the Info Table ASAP!

DEC 24 CHRISTMAS EVE Service at 7PM. Invite friends & family!

DEC 26 NO SERVICE There will be NO Saturday evening service.

HAITI MEDICAL TRIP Interested in the (March) 2010 Haiti Medical Mission? Contact Chris Templeton with questions, 610.248.4398.

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

A CARENET CHRISTMAS Some of the moms at CareNet have the following needs for their kids. Any gifts need to be dropped off at NC4 by Dec 21 so we can get them to CareNet for their Christmas Party.

Shanelle - 3 mo-old girl - winter clothes.

Sue Ann - 10 mo-old son Isaiah - Little People Play set (farm, school bus, anything w/ little figures).

Stephanie - 4 yr-old Marissa - Educational toys (learn ABC’s or #’s). Baby girl due in Mar - Crib, crib toys.

Shacara - 3 yr-old Miguel - a car play set or Duplo Blocks. 1yr-old Kiessa, soft doll or Little People set.

Ursula - 2 yr-old Isaiah - car or Duplo play set. 1yr-old Joseph - Little People or car play set (Little People garage).

PERSONALS

CONGRATULATIONS to Frank & Bonnie Ackerman on the arrival of their 4th granddaughter! Eva Eleanor Ackerman was born 11.27.09 at 4:48 AM, 7lbs 12ozs, 20 3/4ins. Eva was born to Frank & Bonnie’s son and daughter in-law Jason & Liz, who reside in Erie, PA. Congrats to Aunt Amy & Uncle Lance, and Uncle Jay Marsh, too!

HOME FOR RENT 4 BR home for rent within walking distance to St Lukes/ Lehigh University. Call Phil Osborne for more details at 484.515.5136.

FREE TO A GOOD HOME Male cat, declawed, black & white tuxedo, call Barb Harka 610.390.6501.

LOOKING FOR GAMES For the homeless who we’ll be hosting again on Sunday nights, beginning Jan 3. Checkers, Parcheesi™, chess, Scrabble™, etc. NO CARDS. Contact Pat Cuskey with questions or just drop off at the church.

COUCH NEEDED Annette Hanley is in urgent need of a couch. If you have one to donate, please call her at 610.390.6501.

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