Pottstown-area churches schedule worship services, special events

St. Peter’s Lutheran

POTTSTOWN — St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 564 Glasgow St., will celebrate Reformation Sunday with Bridge Pastor, Rev. Dr. Ann Baly at our 9:30 a.m. Holy Communion Worship Service. Visitors are always welcome. Worship with us online via Facebook on Sunday at 9:30 a.m. or any time during the week on Facebook, YouTube, and our website: https://www.stpeterslutheranpottstown.com.

St. Paul’s UCC

POTTSTOWN — St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, 927 N. Franklin St., invites you to join us for worship on Sunday, Oct. 29, at 9 a.m. Our service will also be broadcast live on our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/stpaulsuccpottstown. Our Annual Congregational Meeting will be held on Sunday, Nov. 19, following worship. Our Diaper Bank is open on the fourth Wednesday of each month, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. The next date is Nov. 22. The Diaper Bank assists Pottstown families in need with diapers, wipes and other baby essentials.

Trinity UCC

POTTSTOWN — Sunday Worship Service at Trinity UCC, 60 N. Hanover St., will take place in-person and live-streamed on YouTube on Sunday, Oct. 29, at 10:15 a.m. The Community meal will be served on Tuesday, Oct. 31, at 5 p.m. See our ad below for office hours and contact information. All are welcome.

Zion’s UCC

POTTSTOWN — Oct. 29 is the Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost and Zion’s welcomes all to in-person worship at 10:15 am. Pastor Austin Chinault, Zion’s United Church of Christ, Hanover and Chestnut streets, will have a message titled “Good News.” Sunday School for youth and adults will meet at 9 a.m. in the Chapel Building. For those who wish to worship virtually, you are welcome to join us live or later on Zion’s Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/zionsucc

Brownback’s UCC

SPRING CITY — Join us this Sunday at 9:30 a.m. for a prayer service in the Chapel and 10 a.m. for our worship service in the Sanctuary led by Rev. Bill Wisneski. Following the service, we will gather in the Fellowship Hall for Fall Fest, where we will enjoy snacks, fun, and painting pumpkins! Return in the evening for our free annual Trunk-or-Treat on Sunday, Oct. 29. at 6 pm. Pastor Bill holds an Adult Bible Study, currently on the Old Testament Prophets, each Sunday after worship. Join us for this program in the Fellowship Hall after you grab a snack! On Saturday, Nov. 11, from 9 am – 2 pm, we will hold our Annual Holiday Bazaar. This event fills our building with attic treasures, books, furniture, kids’ toys, baked goods, crafts, and more. A sit-down lunch is also available from 11 am – 1 pm. All proceeds benefit our Missions Committee and the work we do in the community. We are currently searching for 2-3 paid weekly Nursery Caregivers ($20-$25 per hour; 9:30-11:30 am on Sundays). If you or someone you know has interest in this position, contact brownbacksucc@comcast.net for more information. Join us at 640 Ridge Road, or you can watch the service from home at: https://www.facebook.com/BrownbacksChurch/live/

St. Gabriel Catholic

STOWE — Join us for the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Mission Sunday and we will have a missionary speaking at both Masses. Father Wilson and Deacon Ray will celebrate Mass on Saturday at 4 p.m. and Mass on Sunday morning at 9 a.m. (the Rosary will be recited prior to Mass). Confessions are heard on Saturday afternoon from 3 to 3:45 p.m. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is every Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. (closing with Benediction). We are now live streaming services for those who cannot make it to church due to health concerns https://stgabrielstowepa.org/livestream/ Last weekend to purchase tickets for the Fall Social Saturday, Nov. 4, from 5 to 9 pm — BYOB Happy Half-Hour, Dinner (Moyer’s Catering), and DJ – tickets on sale after Mass on Sunday or at the parish office – $15/person and Children under 18 – $8. American Red Cross Blood Drives November 6 & 20 in the social hall from 2 – 7 PM. Call 1-800-RED-CROSS to register and help save a life! For more information visit our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/sgsmstowe or our website: https://stgabrielstowepa.org

Bethel Community

POTTSTOWN — On Saturday at 11 a.m., the Sisters in Spirit Women’s Ministry will meet. On Sunday at 10 a.m., it’s “Community Sunday School” for all ages. Encouraging all members (especially children, youth, young adults) and friends of BCCP to join us for Sunday school. At 11 a.m., it’s Morning Worship for our Annual “Family & Friends Day” with PA State Rep. Dan K. Williams, 74th Legislative District & Senior Pastor of New Life in Christ Fellowship Church (Coatesville). Dinner will be served immediately following the celebration. We extend a special invitation to those seeking a Church Home to join us. The service is also Live on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BCCP575. The BCCP Food Pantry is Closed on Monday and will resume Monday, Nov. 13. On Tuesday at 6 p.m. and Thursday at 12:00 p.m., it’s In-Person (Library) and Virtual Community Bible Study by calling 215-383-1625 Code 198087.

St. James Lutheran

LIMERICK — St James Lutheran Church is located at 93 Kugler Road. This Sunday, Oct. 29, there will be two services. The Contemporary service is at 9 a.m. Age-appropriate Christian education classes take place after the Children’s Sermon. The Traditional Service begins at 10:45 a.m. Services are live streamed on our website at st james limerick.org. This Sunday is also Trunk or Treat from 4-6 p.m. Come in costume and enjoy free treats, games and food. Three Bible Study groups are back in session. Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m., this group will resume the study of the 9th chapter of Romans. It is being conducted via Zoom and in person. The Thursday Bible Study meets in person at The Willow Run Club House from 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. They are continuing the study of Romans. The Friday group meets at 7 p.m. on Zoom. They are studying 1 Timothy. St James continues to support Project Outreach in Royersford and God’s Kitchen in Pottstown. Both facilities are in need of hygiene items such as shampoo, conditioner, body wash, dental supplies, wet wipes and feminine supplies. They will be placed in resealable plastic bags. These can be dropped off at St James and we will get them delivered. Contact the church at 610-287-7231, ext 12.

Coventryville UMC

SOUTH COVENTRY —- Saturday, the Thrift Shop will be open from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Come and check out the ever-changing inventory. On Sunday, join us for traditional worship at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Dr. Bill Lentz will lead the liturgy. Visit in person or view the live stream from home on the Coventryville UMC YouTube Channel. On Tuesday from 4-6 p.m., there is a frozen food giveaway of Wawa breakfast sandwiches. Call the church office at 610-469-9350 if there are questions about any of these activities. For more information about CUMC, visit CoventryvilleUMC.org.

St. John’s ELC

BOYERTOWN — As children of God and disciples of Christ seeking peace and justice in the world, we welcome, affirm, and include all people into the fullness of God’s love. Join us for worship on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. and livestreamed on YouTube (St. John’s ELC Boyertown). Observing Reformation Sunday – Oct. 29 and All Saints Sunday – Nov. 5. Hosting a Salute to Veterans on Nov. 9 at 6:30 p.m. Free Community Thanksgiving Meal offered Nov. 19 – registration required online. Free drive-through, take-out meal every Saturday evening from 4:30-5:30 pm. No registration necessary. For updates and further details, check our website at stjohnsboyertown.org or call the office at 610.369.1024.

First Baptist

POTTSTOWN — This Sunday, Oct. 29, at 4:30 p.m. we’ll gather in person for worship at 575 N. Keim St. and on Zoom. Rev. Dennis Landon will be preaching on “A Passion for Justice.” To join the Zoom meeting, use the link on our website: www.FBCPottstown.org This will be our last Sunday to receive your October World Mission offering that supports our denomination’s international missions.
Our third fall forum, “A Place to Talk: LGBT 101 for people of faith has been postponed! Because of a scheduling mixup, we will not meet this week and add another session on Nov 12 when our presenter is available. Wednesday, Nov. 1, is our in-person book group. We are reading chapters 16-18 in The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store if you want to join us in the Library from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Next Sunday, Nov 5, will also be the last in our series of online forums. Register at our website and be part of this engaging conversation about how we can serve the LGBTQ+ community. The VOICES Youth Group (ages 12-17) at the LGBT Center of Greater Reading at FBC meets on Wednesdays from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at 575 N Keim St in Pottstown. If you have any youth in your life who might be interested in coming, just drop in or call 610-927-5531 for more info. A Community Choir is being formed to sing at the MLK Jr Celebration on Jan. 14 at 4 p.m. All singers are invited to attend the rehearsals on Nov. 16, Dec. 14, Jan. 4 and Jan. 11. Rehearsals will take place at First Presbyterian Church at 7:45 pm. Saturday, Nov. 11, from 12-2 p.m., the Crafty Flock group will meet. The group will be making Christmas cards for veterans. Everyone is invited. Nov 19 after worship for dinner and a conversation about our proposed budget for 2024 and our dreams for the future! Hosted by the Board of Spiritual Life.

Emmanuel Lutheran

POTTSTOWN — You are invited to join Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 150 N. Hanover St. this Sunday for worship at 10:45 a.m. The service features traditional and contemporary aspects. Pastor Robert Mitman will serve as guest pastor and lead the communion service. Services are broadcast live on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/EmmanuelPottstown. Emmanuel’s Annual Trunk Or Treat will be held on Saturday, Oct. 28, from 2-4 p.m. Trunk Or Treat allows children to come to one, safe place (our parking lot) and travel from space to space, collecting treats! The Congregational Meeting schedule for next Sunday, Oct. 29, has been canceled. It was determined that the need for it was misunderstood, and there is now no need to meet. Outreach schedule for the coming week: Community Meals (use Walnut St. entrance) on Monday and Saturday at 5 p.m., Tuesday at 6 p.m., Friday at 11:30 a.m. Free Clothing (use Hanover St. entrance) on Monday at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m., Wednesday at 1 p.m., Friday at 11 a.m.. NA meetings (use Portico entrance) on Monday and Wednesday at 7 p.m., Saturday at 12 p.m. and 6 p.m.

Bethel UMC

SPRING CITY — Bethel United Methodist Church, 952 Bethel Church Road, invites you to join us this Sunday, Oct. 29, for praise service at 8:30 a.m. or worship service at 10:30 a.m., led by Pastor John Keretzman. Our annual Christmas Bazaar is being held on Saturday, Nov. 11. Come enjoy baked goods, great food, crafts, and Attic Treasures. Free admission and parking. Don’t forget to get your soup pre-orders in by Sunday, November 5, to guarantee you get your favorites! We have Vegetable Beef, Chicken Corn Noodle, Pot Pie, and Ham & Bean available this year for $10 per quart. Contact the main office at 610-495-6807 or email Betheloffice952@aol.com. We look forward to seeing you at the Bazaar! Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bethelumchurch or visit our website at https://bethelumchurch.com for more information on church activities.

St. Luke Lutheran

GILBERTSVILLE — Join us at St. Luke Lutheran Church, Wilson Ave., for worship on Sunday at 9:30, a.m. for Reformation Sunday. Deacon Kathy Afflerbach will lead us in worship. Communion will be celebrated. The gospel for the day is Matthew 22:34-46 – Two great commandments: love for God and neighbor. Michael Romasco will serve as lector. Services are broadcast at 91.3 FM and live-streamed at stlukegilbertsville.org. Community Clothing Rack will be open for donations on Nov. 1 and for shoppers on Nov. 8, 15, and 22. It will be closed on Nov. 29, as that is the fifth Wednesday of the month. The Clothing Rack is open from 1-4 p.m.

St. John’s UCC

POTTSTOWN — St. John’s UCC, 11 S. Price St., welcomes all to join in worship on Sunday at 10:15 a.m. If unable to attend in person, the service will be available for viewing on YouTube later in the day. The Little Pantry is stocked weekly with water, food, and personal care items for community members in need. St. John’s also supports Operation 143 which provides food to school children in the Pottstown and surrounding school districts. Stop by the church on Halloween. We will be handing out candy to our local
trick or treaters!

Grace Lutheran

POTTSTOWN — Grace Lutheran Church, 660 N. Charlotte St., welcomes you to worship with us as we observe Reformation Sunday at 10:15 a.m. with Pastor Lauren Cain presiding over the communion service. The service will be live-streamed on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GLCPottstown. Children’s Sunday School is held every Sunday at 10:15 a.m. All children ages 3-5 years old are welcome. Our mission focus for this month and into November is Gemma, formerly Martin Luther Silver Springs. The Christmas tree is up and the gift tags are hanging. Gifts will be accepted until Nov. 26. Monetary donations are also welcomed.

Cedarville UMC

NORTH COVENTRY — Join us Sunday at 1092 Laurelwood Road for services at 8 a.m. & 11 a.m. (Traditional), and 9:30 a.m. (Contemporary). Children ages 4 to 6th grade are dismissed from the 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. services for Sunday School. Nursery care is available at 9:30 a.m. & 11 a.m. Visit www.cedarvilleumc.org for resources and live-streamed worship (also on FB) or recorded services after Sunday. Next Saturday: Nov. 4, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., is the Annual Christmas Bazaar with handmade crafts, lunch, baked goods and Attic Treasures (8 a.m.-1 p.m.). On Nov. 19, we will celebrate Thankful Sunday with a single service in the Sanctuary at 10 a.m. where everyone can express thanks for Cedarville as we celebrate our anniversary. Following the service will be a Fall themed Linger Longer in the FLC where we will share apple and pumpkin treats! Mission First (Cedarville Church’s outreach at 414 E. High St.) offers a weekly Worship Service on Sundays at 3 p.m., led by local Pastors and community leaders to welcome nearby friends and neighbors; light refreshments follow. To help (weekday assistance welcome), stop by or email Clare@missionfirstpottstown.org or call her at 610-326-0560.

Christ Lutheran

BARTO — Christ Lutheran Church will worship on this Reformation Sunday on Sunday, Oct. 29, at 9 a.m. with Pr. Matthew Finney leading us in a Holy Communion worship service, as well as presenting the sermon. Coffee & Conversation will be held at 8:30 a.m. in the Welcome Center and then again at 10 a.m. The Handbell Choir will practice on Wednesday, November 1 at 6:30 p.m. and the Senior Choir that evening at 7:30 p.m. The church is located at 222 Niantic Road between Routes 663 and 100 about a mile east of Bally.

Congregation Hesed Shel Emet

POTTSTOWN — Shabbat services on Oct 28 and Nov. 11. Services are both in-person and virtual, via Zoom. Visitors are welcome. Rabbi Cynthia Kravitz hosts noontime and evening adult education sessions. Contact: 610-326-1717. Email: Hesedshelemet575@gmail.com.

Trinity Reformed UCC

COLLEGEVILLE — Trinity Reformed Church UCC is sponsoring its Second Annual Pumpkin Patch to Collegeville. The Patch will take place at 532 E. Main St., Collegeville, directly across from Ursinus College, through Sunday, Oct. 29. The Patch will be open weekdays from noon to 6 p.m., with sales on weekends beginning at 10:30 a.m. There is plenty of parking available on the premises. Visit Trinity to purchase a variety of pumpkins and gourds to carve and/or display. Money raised will be used, among other things, to make the building handicapped accessible for all. For more information, visit www.collegeville.church

St. Paul’s UCC

AMITY — Annual Turkey Supper on Saturday, Nov. 4, from 3-7 p.m. at St. Paul’s UCC Amityville, 1979 Weavertown Road, Douglassville PA 19518. Adults $15.00 Children $8.00 Tots eat free. Turkey and Sides Buffet with potato filling and pepper cabbage on the buffet. Soup, pie, and coffee are served at your table. Take-out meals for $15.00 are also available. White Elephant Sale (indoor yard sale) Friday 8 am till 4 pm and Saturday 8 am till…

Salem UCC

OLEY — Saturday, Nov 4, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Salem UCC, 307 Covered Bridge Road, Oley. Crafts, quilts, cookies, and white elephant items. Light lunch including soups, BBQ, hot dogs, and a raffle including a quilt, afghan and gift cards. For more information, 610-683-9257.

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