Truth isn’t just facts — it’s Christ Himself. The belt keeps the armor in place. God’s truth stabilizes and grounds us when the world offers half-truths and lies.
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Watch the service recorded today at Trinity UMC, Woodward
Watch the service recorded today at St. James UMC, Coburn
Watch the service recorded today at Sprucetown UMC, Potters Mills/Spring Mills
Watch the pastor’s pre-recorded message at the bottom of the page.
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Laity are encouraged to consider taking Lay Servant Ministries trainings that serve their interests. Learn more at the following link: District Website Lay Servant Ministries Page
* Help Wanted – The Susquehanna Conference is looking to hire a part-time Administrative Assistant for the Mountain Valley District (formerly the State College District). This position supports the ministries of the District Superintendent (DS), the Ministry Assistant, and the pastors and churches of their district in order to fulfill the vision of the Susquehanna Conference. Further details may be found in the job description. Interested candidates should send their application and resume to apply@susumc.org.
October 7 – Sprucetown UMC Ad Board and Trustees Meeting 7pm
October 12 – Revolutionary War Patriot Marker Dedication Ceremony 2pm at Potter Run Park. Pastor Theresa is participating in the ceremony. Free cupcakes made by Heather Luse!
October 15 – 4th Qtr PV Charge Staff Parish Relations Committee meeting 7pm at St. James
October 16 – Ladies Coffee and Conversation at St. James UMC, Coburn 9:30am. All welcome!
October 19 – Trinity & St. James UMC’s Homecoming Service with Pastor Jim Parker bringing the message. Invite friends and family to our gathering!
October 26 – Sprucetown Church’s Homecoming Service featuring guest speaker and friend of the church Rev. Kraig Faust. All are welcome at the celebration and lunch following the service. This will be our first lunch of the season! Sign up to bring one of the dishes on the menu.
Church Conference, Sunday, Nov. 2, 6pm at Grace UMC, Centre Hall. Full members of the church are encouraged to attend to holy conferencing for our church. Arrive early to pick up your Conference Packet and review in preparation for the votes. Questions? Contact Pastor Theresa.
Save the Date: Our Advent Study begins December 1, 2025. To learn more about The Redemption of Scrooge, click here!
Scripture and pre-recorded message from the pastor’s office: