Two people attend the same meeting. One leaves saying, “All we ever talk about is problems.” The other says, “We’ve got some real challenges, but people are working together to find solutions.” Same meeting. Same facts. Two very different reports.
The way we tell the truth can make a difference in what others come to believe. Philippians 4:8 challenges us to consider what is genuinely worthy of a good report.
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8:30am Worship at Trinity UMC, Woodward, 109 Trinity Dr., Woodward is recorded on site, shared later
9:45am Worship at St. James UMC, Coburn, 501 Main St., Coburn. Zoom in by clicking here.
11am Worship at Sprucetown UMC, 177 Upper Georges Valley Rd., Spring Mills. Zoom in by clicking here.
Watch the pastor’s pre-recorded message at the bottom of the page.
ANNOUNCEMENTS: ** Indicates change to the regular schedule
– We are a collection partner for Angel Packs items for victims of human trafficking. The list of items needed is available near the collection bin. Thank you for supporting FierceLove4Good!
– This month’s East Penns Valley Food Pantry item is 4 lb bags of sugar (in a bag) and instant mashed potatoes. You may bring any non-perishable food item donation to Trinity Woodward or St. James Coburn. Sprucetown’s item of the month for the Penns Valley Food Bank, in addition to non-perishable food items, is toilet paper. A donation box is located inside the church door.
– District Day for Clergy and Laity: Congregational Care, Saturday, December 5 from 9am – 2pm at Woodycrest United Methodist Church – 219 W Clearview Ave, State College, PA 16803. District Day offers congregations and clergy with helpful workshops and training to better serve your community. Teamwork between Laity and Clergy. Ministry Presence can be done by Everyone. Pastor Theresa encourages you to consider attending District Day. Registration is required. Lunch is included.
Sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeP5TZVTx6IxtNMCZXD4D0l_r_vedmeQjZXi4roos5CmNFdsg/viewform?usp=header
October 27 – 4th Quarter PV Charge SPRC Meeting 7pm at St. James UMC
October 28 – Soup Kitchen at St. James Coburn UMC. Contact: Paula Smith to volunteer
November 5 & 19 – Ladies Coffee & Conversation at St. James starting at 9:30am. All ladies in the valley are welcome!
November 7 – Our Church Conference, 1pm at Sprucetown UMC. Members of the church are encouraged to attend the holy conferencing for our church and vote on 2027 officers and more.
November 8 – Rev. Dr. Michael Stine fills the pulpit. Pastor Theresa on vacation Nov. 8-10.
November 15 – Guest Speaker: Susan Evans Nogler from Angel Pack ministry FierceLove4Good
November 22 – Harvest Home Sunday
November 29 – 1st Sunday of Advent
November 30-December 21 – Advent Book Study: Advent Can Still Change the World, by Josh Scott. Register on our website at PennsValleyParish.info. Meeting Mondays 7-8pm by Zoom
December 24 – Christmas Eve Services; 3pm at Sprucetown; 6pm St. James Coburn UMC. Assistance is needed for our services. A sign up is located near the bulletins.
Scripture and pre-recorded message from the pastor’s office: