- Moscow United Methodist Church
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Moscow United Methodist Church is located in Moscow, PA on Church Street near Main Street. It is a church of the United Methodist Church that operates in the Susquehanna Conference[1].
Located in Moscow, Pennsylvania they are a community church ministering and serving the greater North Pocono area for over 150 years.
The church prides itself in keeping its "family" active in Christ's work and in maintaining a friendly and warm atmosphere.
The church is open to anyone to attend a worship service, and to learn, grow and share in God's love for Jesus Christ. Moscow UMC's hearts, minds and doors are open to all[2].
Contents
Mission statement
To share God's Love in Jesus Christ through word and action so that all would become followers.[3].
Worship
Sunday Morning Worship Service[4]
Schedule:
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- Sept-May – 11:00 a.m.
- June-Aug – 10:00 a.m.
- Children are welcome in at the worship services. Children's Quiet Activity Bags are available in the coat room. During worship the Children's Chat is a special message for young people. Child Care is available for birth through 6 years
- Holy Communion – 1st Sunday of each Month. All who seek a closer relationship to God through Jesus Christ are welcome to share in the sacrament at Moscow UMC.
- Coffee Hour – 2nd Sunday of each month
Christian Education
- Sunday School – 9:30 a.m. Sept.-May for ages Kindergarten – Adults
- Summer Vacation Bible School
- Adult Bible Studies
- Membership Classes
- Jr. High Youth Group (6th-8th Grades) meets twice monthly Sunday afternoons
- Sr. High Youth Group (9th -12th Grades) meets twice monthly Sunday afternoons
Community Programs
- Mondays in Moscow–Music and Arts Programs that are hosted at Moscow UMC once monthly September–May
- Watercolor Workshop-Wednesday Evenings
- North Pocono Ministerium
- Ecumenical Services hosted at various community churches
- Red Cross Blood donation
- Tuesday Evening Line Dancing Classes at the church
- Election Day Dinners
- “BE HEARD” – teen outreach
- Alcoholics Anonymous
Moscow UMC Pre-School[5]
Moscow UMC hosts a Pre-school to educate children in our community and help them prepare for Kindergarten. The Moscow UMC Pre-School is staffed by two dedicated and loving teachers. There are several class sessions for different age groups.
Opportunities for Ministry and Growth
Music
3 Vocal Choirs
- Children's Choir– (K-5th Grades)
- Youth Choir – (6th-12th Grades)
- Adult Choir – (High School-Adult)
2 Hand-Bell Choirs
- Youth Ringers – (3rd-8th Grades)
- Festival Ringers-(High School - Adult)
All music rehearsals are Wednesday evenings.
Mission Outreach
- North Pocono Food Pantry
- North Pocono Dry Goods Pantry
- Project Joy Christmas Outreach
- Angel Tree Ministry
- Prison Ministry
- Summer Youth Mission Trips
- Volunteers in Mission to Haiti
Bible Studies
The church has a Bible Studies scheduled at various times throughout the year.
Fun Fundraiser, Service, and Fellowship
- Fall Auction
- Spring Sale
- Mystery Dinner Theater
- Wednesday Morning Work Crew
Pastoral Care
- Hospital and Home Visitation
- Pre-Marital Counseling
- Pre-Baptismal Counseling
- Crisis Intervention
For more information about the Church, visit their homepage.
References
Categories:- Religion in Pennsylvania
- Pennsylvania stubs
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