This year we are building one home in S. Bethlehem and are looking for all our congregations to step in and help.  Since we are only building one home, we only need 15 builders for each day.  We also need both breakfast and lunch (serving and/or preparing) for each of the 9 days of the Blitz Week.  As before, we need site hosts to help sign in the volunteers and keep the day running smoothly.

The South Lehigh Chapter (St. James is one of 12 churches in this chapter) is responsible for breakfast and lunch on Tuesday, June 24, Saturday, June 28, and Tuesday, July 1.  We are also responsible for obtaining 15 builders and 3 site hosts, as well as one Clergy and a Safety Coordinator for Friday, June 27 and Monday, June 30). These dates are recommendations for our particular church.  If there is anyone who wants to work but needs another date, let me know ASAP.  Also, we will be working on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays after the Blitz Week until the home is finished.  You can sign up for one of those days.

Once you have contacted me, I will give you the appropriate paperwork and other info.  We are asking the volunteers to work the entire day, if possible.  If someone has to leave early, you will not be turned away.  Thanks for your offer to help.  Mary Ann Vought (610-967-2048)

Beginning Sunday, April 6, in Rm 2, Adult Studies will be “singing our faith”.  Join us,  as we embark on a biblical exploration of grace through poetry, music, and history.  “The Presence of God” a new volume in the Sing The Faith series, explores five of the most beloved hymns of the Christian tradition.  Come. Sit. Sing. And be re-energized.  Who knows, we just might be the next musical wonder. Or not!

     Register now for summer months for Bear Creek Camp.  Bear Creek Camp is a ministry of the N.E. PA and S.E. PA Synods of the ELCA.  There is resident camping, day camp, group adventures, and "try" camp.  Discover the Adventure at www.bearcreekcamp.org and download information and registration forms.  You can even register online.  Discounts are available for Pastor's signature and Ambassador discount.  Full-payment by April 1, 2008 provides yet an additional discount.  St. James will support "first time campers" with a $100 scholarship and families with more than one camper also receive assistance.  Anyone needing financial assistance in sending their youth to Bear Creek should call the church office and talk with Doris Binner, Director of Education & Youth Ministries.