Gospel Reading  ~ Matthew 1:18-25      

This is how the birth of Jesus came about. When Jesus’ mother, Mary, was engaged to Joseph, but before they lived together, she was found to be pregnant through the Holy Spirit. Joseph, her husband, an upright person unwilling to disgrace her, decided to divorce her quietly. This was Joseph’s intention when suddenly the angel of God appeared in a dream and said, “Joseph, heir to the House of David, don’t be afraid to wed Mary; it is by the Holy Spirit that she has conceived this child. She is to have a son, and you are to name him Jesus—‘Salvation’—because he will save the people from their sins.” All this happened to fulfill what God has said through the prophet: 

“The virgin will be with child

and give birth,

and the child will be named ‘Immanuel’

—a name that means ‘God is with us.’”

When Joseph awoke, he did as the angel of God had directed, and they went ahead with the marriage. He did not have intercourse with her until she had given birth; she had a son, and they named him Jesus.

Our United Methodist Men's group is having their meeting, meal and message!

Christmas Eve Service - Wednesday, December 24th at 7PM.  Please join us for this very special service where we celebrate our Savior's Birth!!! 

THON Donation Box Request:  THON is Penn State’s student-run philanthropy that raises money to support children and families impacted by childhood cancer. Donations help cover treatment costs not covered by insurance, fund groundbreaking research for new and better therapies, and provide programs to improve the lives of children undergoing treatment. A small donation box has been placed in the back of the church and will be available until the first week of February. Every contribution helps make a real and lasting difference and is greatly appreciated!  Thanks so much ~ Madison Rios.

Also, here is the link to DonorDrive fundraising page: https://donate.thon.org/participants/121753

We have SO many amazing things planned to continue in our 160th Anniversary celebration.  

UP NEXT!  On Sunday, January 18th:  We are excited to have back Rev. Larry Marks.  We love to tell the story - Rev. Larry Mark shares reflections on guiding Cherry Lane through the challenges of COVID and the joy of welcoming our new Allen Organ.  A story of reliance, faith and music that carried us through.   

https://www.poconoplateau.org/newsletter/

Ride Share – Our Men’s Group has set up a ride share service for those in need of rides for appointments. Please see Philip George or email clumcmensgroup@gmail.com for more details!