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Board of Christian Education
Mission Statement: We are empowered by the Holy Spirit to provide educational opportunities for the members of East Hills Moravian Church to grow in the knowledge of Christ and to make Him known in the community. Chairperson: Pastor Derek French Elder representatives: Yvonne Gerlach and Jay Larson Board Members: Sue Burcaw, Joe Conzola, Jen Cooke, Sue Larson, Laurie Latham, Lisa Pinter, Laura Rowe, Bill Schankel, Barbara Shimer, Dwight Taylor Sunday School Supervisory Team Organizes children's Sunday School classes, curriculum and special event Sundays. SST members: Sandy Gichiengo and Shannon Sauers Christian Education Homepage | |
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Building Use Committee
Mission Statement: To promote and facilitate uses of our building in support of the overall mission of East Hills Moravian Church. Chairperson: Rich Kriebs Committee members: Bob Wingrove | |
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Craft Faire
The Annual Holiday Craft Faire is a fundraising activity at East Hills. 65 of the finest crafters within a three-state area which makes for a great variety of quality crafts! Our Café serves a full menu of gourmet delights throughout the day including a Delectable Desserts section. Moravian items including sugar cake and stained glass stars. "Make and Take" crafts for the children. Coordinator: Louise Snyder Craft Faire Homepage
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Church Council
President: Steve Thompson Members: All communicant members of East Hills Moravian Church who have faithfully discharged their obligations to the church. (By-Laws Section III) | |
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Drama Ministry
Mission Statement: A multigenerational Christian community that presents the good news through drama and the arts. Co-Leaders: Kathy Harrington, Linda Adams Members: | |
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Elders
The Elders are especially charged with the spiritual care and oversight of the congregation. (By-Laws Section IV-A) Chair: Pastor Derek French Vice Chair: Peter Diehl Secretary: Jon Burcaw Yvonne Gerlach, Jay Larson, Laura Kemmerer, Polly Skinn, Linda Adams, Chris Nagle
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Evangelism Committee
Mission Statement: To energize the congregation to share the Good News of Christ's salvation with our neighbors and the world through stories of faith and actions of love. Chairperson: Jay Larson Pastor Derek, Bill Schankel, Sue Kriebs, Eileen Mera, Barb Hendricks | |
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Family Center Worship Set-up Team
Mission Statement: To facilitate use of the Family Center as a worship space. Coordinator: Lisa Mixon | |
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Fellowship
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Adult Fellowship
This very active group includes all adults in the congregation and often guests and friends. There are several activities that are yearly events including a swim party, games night, trips and tours, and the annual clambake. Members: All adult communicant members of East Hills Moravian Church. Calendar of events: (click here) Contact: Charmayne Stauffer
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Mens Club (Men's Fellowship)
Coordinator: Bob Wingrove Members: All men of the congregation | |
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Moravian Women (Women's Fellowship)
Mission Statement: Coordinator: Jean Bennett Members: All women of the congregation Moravian Women Homepage | |
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Wanderers (Traveling Fellowship)
Coordinators: Stan Maculesky and Pastor Derek French WanderersHomepage | |
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Finance Committee Financial Secretary: Mark Gibson Treasurer: Bob Mielnik Assistant Treasurer: Bob Hauck Trustees: Isaac Gichiengo
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Gift Card Program
Coordinator: Louise Snyder Gift Card Program Homepage | |
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Habitat for Humanity Annual Mission Trip
Mission Statement: Plan and lead an annual weeklong mission trip somewhere in North America with youth (ages 16 and above) and adults to build houses for people in need. Contact: Jay Larson
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Health & Wellness
The Monthly newsletter articles, bulletin board displays, webpage information, and formal classes are just some of the many different ways our committee provides faith-based preventive health education. We also offer monthly blood pressure screenings, flu shot clinics and annual blood drives. In an effort to provide love and support for both members and neighborhood friends, we have an active meal ministry and participate in ShareCare by providing visitation, transportation and other supportive ministries for homebound folks. We enjoy cooperative ministries with other groups within our own church family, and also with the broader Church through the Lehigh Valley Moravian Health and Wellness Network, the Eastern District Lay Ministry Commission, and also the interdenominational Lehigh Valley Coalition of Parish Nurses. We meet on an as-needed basis, and communicate regularly through email. We are always open to suggestions and eager to welcome interested folks to join our group. Everyone is welcome to join us in our efforts to do the best we can to care for our bodies, our very lives, as wonderful gifts from God.
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CURRENT MEMBERS:
Health and Wellness Nurses: Kim Bartholomew, Luana Blattner, Susan Kriebs ShareCare Coordinator: Karen Davison Meal Ministry Coordinator: Louise Snyder Members: Susan Christoff, Beth Jensen, Kat Lehman, Eileen Trapp, Wayne Gruver, Virginia Yanzsa Resource Partners: Sue Burcaw, Mary Friedman, Catherine Moyzan Health & Wellness Homepage | |
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Joint Board Joint Board
The Joint Board consists of the Board of Elders and the Board of Trustees. (By-Laws Section IV-C) Co-Chairs: Pastor Derek French Vice Chair: Jon Ortwein Secretary: Jay Larson
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Joyful Horns
Make a joyful noise unto the Lord! While they are not exactly knocking down the walls of Jerico, the Joyful Horns are an important part of the East Hills music program. The group provides instrumental music for various worship services throughout the year. This is usually monthly, but the group is especially active at Christmas and Easter. The instrumentation is mostly brass, but woodwinds and percussion have been know to add to the sound. Director: Steve Cooke Brass: Steve Cook, Tom Harrington, Mark Choi, Matt Kemmerer, Don Kemmerer, Ken Stauffer (Trumpets), Dave Hendricks (Horn), Susie Shimer (Baritone), Will Shimer (Trombone), Andy Gruver (Tuba) Woodwinds: David Thompson (Clarinet, Sax), Carol Burns (Sax) Percussion: Lisa Mixon, Jon Burcaw | |
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Memorial Funds Committee
Contact: Isaac Gichiengo
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Mission In Action Committee
Mission Statement: Understanding that we, the East Hills Congregation have been called by GOD to participate with him to bring love, hope, and joy to those in need, we will pray for, encourage, supply resources, and spearhead mission in our local community and around the world. Chairperson: Amanda Caton Linda Adams, Bob Stewart, Carol Burns, Cathy Taylor, Doris Potts, Eileen Mera, Jay Larson, Jeff Adams, Karen Montgomery, Laura Rowe, MaryJane Reimer, Pastor Derek, Susan Sommers, Vicki Coyle, Susan and Rich Kriebs Mission In Action Homepage Mission Activity Photos
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Director Mary Kay Brezinsky Teachers of the Four Year Old Program
The Nursery Advisory Board:
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Personnel Committee
Chairperson: Jon Ortwein (Trustee) Committee members: Yvonne Gerlach | |
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Property Committee
Committee members: Trustees: John Ackerman, Rich Kriebs, Jack Skillman | |
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Putz Committee
The East Hills Moravian Christmas Putz is a joyful reminder of the real meaning of Christmas. Through the nativity figurines, moss, lighting, music, buildings, and the beauty of the scenes, thousands of visitors have enjoyed and been touched by our putz. A taped narration, music, and spotlighted scenes tell the wondrous story of Christ's birth. Contact: Scott Gross, Jack Skillman | |
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Sacristans
Head Sacristans: Kevin & Catherine Moyzan Sacristans: Harry & Loise Snyder John & Eileen Ackerman Pete Diehl & Eileen Mera John & Connie Fuchs Bob & Rita Girou Bob & Lynn Greenawald Bob Hauck & Polly Skinn Jim & Lucia Knerr Jay & Susan Larson Bob & Marcia Mielnik Jim & Jane Regina Jack & Jean Skillman | |
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ShareCare
Contact: Karen Davison
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Strategic Planning Committee
Mission Statement: To develop a long range strategic plan for the EHMC Congregation. Committee members: Jane Burcaw, Peter Diehl, Pastor Derek French, Tom Harrington, Barb Hendricks, Jay Larson, John McKeown, Lisa Mixon, and Lucy Thompson | |
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Stewardship Committee
Mission Statement: To help and encourage members to learn and grow as disciples of Christ to use their gifts (time, talent and financial resources) in support of the mission of East Hills Moravian Church. Chairperson: John McKeown Committee members: Scott Gross, Pastor Derek French and Jon Ortwein | |
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Treasurer:
Bob Mielnik Asst. Treasurer: Bob Hauck | |
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Trustees
The Trustees are especially charged with the oversight of the temporal affairs of the congregation. (By-Laws Section IV-B) Chair: Jon Ortwein Secretary: Ellen DeStasio John Ackerman Sr, Mark Gibson, Isaac Gichiengo, Bob Hauck, Rich Kriebs, Jon Ortwein, Jack Skillman,
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Ushers
CoOrdinators: John and Eileen Ackerman | |
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Victory House
Monthly meals are prepared by volunteers and served to the residents of a transitional living center for men. Volunteer coordinators: Sue and Rick Kriebs Over 30 Volunteers | |
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Website Team
Mission Statement: To provide technical support and maintenance of the EHMC website. Harry Snyder Dave Hendricks | |
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Worship Committee
Mission Statement: Chairperson: Committee Members: Scott Gross
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Youth Groups
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M&M's (Mini Moravians),
Is for 3 year olds up to and including those in 2nd grade. Led by Mandi Ortwein, | |
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Peace Pack Youth Group (3rd to 5th grade)
Advisors: Tina Conrad, Jen Cooke, Laurie Latham | |
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Mid-High Youth Group (6th to 8th grade)
Advisors: Jeff and Linda Adams | |
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Senior High Youth Group (9th to 12th grade)
Advisors: Youth directed with adult support. | |
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YAMS (Young Adults)
Contact: Bobby Shimer and Lucy Thompson | |
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Youth Scholarship Yard Sale
Every year EHMC has a yard sale in October. Proceeds from this fundraiser are used to provide the youth at EHMC scholarships to reduce the cost of attending church camp. Camp is held each summer in Hope NJ and attendance by youths from EHMC is very good, partly because of these scholarships. Contact: Phil and Donna Kromer, and Steve and Lucy Thompson |
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