United Church of Christ, Greenawalds 2325 Albright Avenue Allentown, PA 18104 uccgreenawalds.org

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Sharing the “Good News” of Greenawalds

The United Church of Christ Greenawalds was founded in the community of Greenawalds, a residential suburb of the city of Allentown, PA. German immigrants and Pennsylvania Dutch residents established a Sunday School to teach religion to their children. The school was built on donated land from the Greenawald family and constructed with hard work and labor from residents of the community. The present church has a 104-year history of worship and the desire to serve God in this place. Originally an Evangelical & Reformed Church, it became part of the United Church of Christ in 1957. The church experienced significant growth in membership as well as involvement in the life of the church during the 1950s and 1960s and served as the activity center for the community. Surrounding farmland was converted to a more residential neighborhood with many families joining the church and swelling the membership rolls to approximately 600 members during the late 1980s. The membership today is considerably smaller due to the aging of the community and also of our members. Children of the church grew up and relocated. Demographic, social and cultural changes have created a challenge to keep active membership strong. At this time we are searching for a part-time pastor who will work with our very dedicated group of lay leaders who use their genuine friendships and teamwork to accomplish the mission and goals for the church. This document conveys the highlights of our faith journey as a congregation. We believe that the church is really “the people” which we cannot attach to these written pages. Our church strives to be an example of a family living in a Christ-like community while giving of our service. We take pride in being a warm and caring congregation, open to new and creative ideas, and welcome all who walk through our doors. Through various styles of pastoral leadership, we have learned to respect diversity and difference of opinions, to accept many changes and then work together to further God’s kingdom. It is our hope and expectation that the person reading this profile will become interested in learning more about who we are at UCC Greenawalds.

The Search and Call Team

The Kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of his Messiah, and he will reign for ever and ever.

Revelation 11:15

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Table of Contents Mission Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Mission Outreach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Membership Demographics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Community Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Congregational Life and Important Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Ministry Teams and Committees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Educational Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Church Property . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 History and Heritage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Financial Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Congregational Expectations and Future Hopes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Leadership Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 References and Search and Call Team members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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MISSION STATEMENT The mission of our congregation is to be a community that sustains continuous change and transformation as we grow in the likeness of Christ and the image of God. We will endeavor to do this in the following ways:

Through worship, education, study and fellowship, we will empower and send Christian people to serve God in the community.

Continue to push ourselves to be open to people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.

Exhibit care, love, understanding, and hospitality to everyone.

Establish ourselves as a known presence in the community.

It is our intent to ensure that all of our ministries, programs, and life together have a clear connection to these statements. U.C.C. Greenawalds Constitution/Bylaws, 2010

He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.

Micah 6:8

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MISSION OUTREACH We are a mission-minded congregation, reaching out to help our brothers and sisters in need. It is our understanding that Mission is the work of the church of Jesus Christ in today’s world. Our mission team provides education, awareness, and promotes various opportunities for members to be engaged in outreach experiences. The church endorses a selected service emphasis for each calendar year. We faithfully support Our Church’s Wider Mission (OCWM) locally, nationally, and globally. Members volunteer with the soup kitchen, food banks, and numerous non-profit and social service agencies in the community. Many members are actively involved and support mission projects including the following:

1. Meals on Wheels 8. KidsPeace

2. Ecumenical Food Bank 9. Rescue Mission for homeless men

3. Ecumenical Soup Kitchen 10. Turning Point for women in crisis

4. Habitat for Humanity 11. UCC Disaster/Church World Service

5. Family Promise Homeless Initiative* 12. Phoebe Ministries for the elderly

6. Amigos de Guatemala Partnership 13. Back Bay Mission

7. Poverty Resolutions 14. Lehigh County Conference of Churches

*Family Promise of the Lehigh County is one initiative currently being developed to address homelessness

in our area. UCC Greenawalds was the first church to sign on as a participating organization.

The Mission Team is planning a mission trip in 2017 for members to aid residents of West Virginia affected by the catastrophic floods of June 2016. Members have participated in meaningful mission trips to Back Bay Mission in Biloxi, MS in 2010 and 2012 through their own fundraising efforts. Although the enthusiasm for mission outreach usually comes from within the membership, it is our hope that the pastor will participate and support the mission activities currently in place and offer suggestions for additional community outreach.

Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment.

Matthew 22:37-38

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20%

34.3%

45.7%

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Education

High School Graduate Some College/Vocational College Graduate

MEMBERSHIP DEMOGRAPHICS

0.0%

48.2%51.8%

Employment

Employed Retired

6.9%

10.3%

10.3%

38%

20.7%

13.8%

Occupations

Business Clerical

Laborer/Manufacturing Professional

Tradesperson Other

6%

10%

10%

31%

33%

10%

Ages

0-18 19-34 35-49

50-64 65-74 75+

19%

47.6%

28.6%

4.8%

Family Units

Couple with children at home

Couple without children at home

Single

Single parent with children at home

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MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

Last Year 5 Years Ago 10 Years Ago

a. Number of church members 243 544 600

b. Average attendance at worship 58 85 115

c. Average participation of children/youth in C.E. 7 42 87

d. Average weekly participation in adult education 5 7 17

e. Number of members who are ordained clergy 2 --------- ---------

Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Colossians 3:15

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COMMUNITY CHARACTERISTICS

UCC Greenawalds is located in South Whitehall Township, adjacent to the City of Allentown, and is part of the Lehigh Valley region of Eastern Pennsylvania. The Greenawalds neighborhood is chiefly residential with an elementary school and a park. This park includes three youth league baseball fields, a playground, one basketball court, and a walking trail. In a survey, members characterized our community as small, quiet, friendly, warm, welcoming, and a nice place to live. UCC Greenawalds is the only place of worship in the neighborhood, but some other nearby churches include: First Baptist Church (1 mile), Redeemer Lutheran Church (1.9 miles), Asbury Methodist Church (2.4 miles), Calvary Temple (2.5 miles), Jordan UCC (3.2 miles), and St. John’s UCC (3.2 miles). South Whitehall Township South Whitehall Township (est. population 19,442, median age 48) is located in the Parkland School District. Educational services include district elementary schools, middle schools, and the high school building, district office buildings, and the Parkland Community Library. Health services include Lehigh Valley Health Network, Coordinated Health Network, St. Luke's Health Network, and Sacred Heart Health buildings, as well as several pharmacies (Rite-Aid, Walgreens, Target, and Weis Markets), and several veterinarian offices. Utilities, professional, and business services include PPL Corp., several Certified Public Accountant offices, Morgan Stanley office, law offices, security services, printing services, advertising companies, management corporations, consulting firms, and many others too numerous to mention in area office complexes. Financial institutions include Lehigh Valley Federal Credit Union, TD Bank, Prudential Financial, Wells Fargo Bank, BB&T, 1st Trust Bank, ESSA Bank and Trust, and a few others in a 6-mile radius. Other local industry and community services include GEO Specialty Chemicals, Alpo Dog Foods, South Whitehall Township Police, and Township offices, and the Greenawalds and Woodlawn Fire Companies. Recently, a permanent memorial featuring an I-beam pulled from ground zero was dedicated at the Greenawalds Fire Company. One building project on the horizon is a senior residential development, located about 3 miles from UCC Greenawalds. There may be some additional business growth in the Township, but most land is already well assigned to residential, agricultural, or commercial use. South Whitehall Township has an inviting and well-maintained park system, which includes several small neighborhood parks and playgrounds. The premier park is Covered Bridge Park (2.5 miles from UCC Greenawalds), situated between two historic covered bridges along Jordan Creek. It includes several sports fields, picnic pavilions, a playground, a handball court, disc golf course, and fishing. Summer concerts are held there, and in the past the church has hosted annual picnics there as well. The City of Allentown offers even more, including nearby parks such as Cedar Beach Park, The Rose Garden, Trexler Park, and the Lehigh Parkway. All of these include walking and biking trails.

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Allentown and the Lehigh Valley The Lehigh Valley Region is home to several colleges and universities, including Cedar Crest College (South Whitehall Township), Lehigh Carbon Community College (Schnecksville), Muhlenberg College (Allentown), Moravian College (Bethlehem), Lehigh University (Bethlehem), DeSales University (Center Valley), and Lafayette College (Easton). Along with higher education, the region has ample cultural opportunities including nearby museums such as the Allentown Art Museum and DaVinci Center, musical performances at Miller Symphony Hall in Allentown, and theatre arts at all the colleges including DeSales University’s renowned summer Shakespeare Festival. Two minor league sports teams are hosted by the Lehigh Valley: The Philadelphia Phillies affiliated Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs and the Philadelphia Flyers affiliated Phantoms. South Whitehall Township is also home to Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom, a popular amusement park. For more, visit http://www.discoverlehighvalley.com/.

May God Almighty bless you and make you fruitful and increase your numbers until you become a community of peoples.

Genesis 28:3

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CONGREGATIONAL LIFE AND IMPORTANT EVENTS UCC Greenawalds is one body with many parts. We are a faithful, discerning, supportive, excited, and spiritual congregation, a church of many strengths and positive qualities as a current survey revealed: A group of very faithful, active members (lay leadership)

A wonderfully talented choir The congregation rallies together to meet the needs of the challenges presented A caring prayerful congregation

Sunday services are held at 10:30am. Mid-June to September our service moves to 9:30am for the summer. Communion is served on the first Sunday of every month and on special holidays and occasions. In the past a contemporary music service was offered on the third Sunday of every month. Other special services include reaffirmation of Baptismal Vows and combined Lenten Services with UCC churches. Our Ministries/Fellowship events include:

Sunday School Class Women’s Guild Coffee hour on Sunday mornings Greenawalds Nursery School Adult choir LIFT (Ladies in Faith Together) Committee participation Cub Scouts Dining groups Boy Scouts Elder groups Quilting Group Game nights Public Meeting Place Breakfasts/Luncheons Rental for Parties

I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13

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The most important faith experiences or events in the history of our church took place in:

1970 – Building a new sanctuary, traveling youth choir, and contemporary worship service

1980s – Sudden growth in membership and activity with a dynamic pastor, Bible study series, and youth mission trips

2010 & 2012 – Mission trips to Biloxi

2012 – 100th Anniversary Celebration

2013 – GIFT (Growing in Faith Together) program initiated by the Spiritual Council to increase awareness, personal evaluation, and faith commitment

The most challenging faith experiences or events in the life of our church:

2012 – 2013 – Budget crisis and the decision to maintain a full time vs. part time pastor and support of that budget through reduction of salaries. The congregation stepped up to increase financial giving.

2013 – 2014 – Spiritual Council review of inactive members resulting in a reduction of our membership rolls. It offered us the opportunity to reach out to inactive members.

2015 – Loss of the pastor, secretary (deceased), and music director all in the same year. This necessitated tremendous commitment of lay leaders and financial support from the congregation.

2016 – Congregational discussions and meetings resulted in a vote to seek a part-time pastor.

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

John 3:16

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MINISTRY TEAMS AND COMMITTEES Leadership role: 1 = Pastor takes primary initiative and responsibility; 2 = Pastor and laity share responsibility; 3 = Laity takes primary initiative and responsibility; 4 = Pastor’s presence is expected periodically/occasionally.

Board/Committee

Purpose #Members

Frequency

Leadership

Christian Formation

Promotes a comprehensive program which enables participants to develop spiritually along their faith journey.

3 weekly 3-4

Spiritual Council Discusses and develops plans to nurture the spiritual life of the congregation. The Council consists of the pastor and elders who have been elected to serve.

8 monthly 1

Employee Relations

Provides a forum where employees of the church might discuss concerns. Responsible for staff evaluations and ideas regarding positions.

1 as needed with Council members

3

Evangelism and Hospitality

Provides opportunities to members to deepen their faith and spiritual life. Shares the good news of Jesus Christ and offers warm and welcoming hospitality including initiating prayer chains, visiting shut-ins, and hosting coffee hour for members as well as guests.

2 as needed 3

Social Ministry and Fellowship

Plans and organizes activities that encourage fellowship within the church and involvement of the wider community. Activities include Easter Egg Hunts, game nights, breakfasts, potluck dinners, baseball game outings, and other interactive social activities.

2 as needed 3

Property Schedules building improvements and repairs. Maintains and updates the latest inventory list and maintenance needs. Provides general church maintenance.

5 as needed 3

Stewardship Promotes faithful giving of one’s time, financial resources, and energy. Seeks to continually educate the congregation about the relationship between God’s gifts to us and our gifts to God.

currently seeking

members

as needed 2

Finance and Budget

Oversees the financial life of the church, develops an annual budget that is presented to the congregation, and offers a financial audit report which is included in the annual report.

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bimonthly

3

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Board/Committee

Purpose

#Members

Frequency

Leadership

Mission Awareness Increases awareness of the entire mission and outreach of the church. Strives to engage the congregation in mission opportunities.

4 bimonthly 3

Music and Worship

Determines the forms of worship used in planning and support of regular and special music activities with input from the pastor and music director.

5 monthly 2

Nominations Secures nominees to serve on the Spiritual Council, Ministry Council, Penn Northeast Conference Representative, and designated ministry teams.

currently seeking

members

as needed 3

Pastoral Relations Serves as a support and advisory group for the pastor. Strives to strengthen the relationship between pastor and congregation. Determines the function and responsibility of the pastor, and annually evaluates the pastor’s performance.

2 as needed 2

Ministry Council Acts on behalf of the congregation between congregational meetings to assure the fulfillment of God’s word through the coordination of the ministries and missions of the United Church of Christ, Greenawalds. The Council’s duty is to be the chief stewards of the congregation by maintaining sound fiscal policies and operations of the church, ensuring the church properties are properly maintained, and recruiting employees as directed by the congregation.

12 monthly 3-4

Women’s Guild Furthers the work of the church through their contribution and involvement in some of the churches worthy causes. The group began as the Ladies Social Aid Society in 1922.

8 monthly 3

LIFT (Ladies in Faith Together)

Group members share devotions, good books, and a variety of activities designed to deepen faith and fellowship. The group also carries out mission and service-related projects.

8-16 as needed 3

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Ongoing Small

Groups

Purpose

Members

Frequency

Leadership

Dining Groups

Groups of six to eight church members have fun getting to know each other while enjoying and sharing a dining experience.

32 monthly 3

Elder Groups Groups of elders gather in addition to Spiritual Council to discuss faith-based topics important to the church. Elders hope to include the whole congregation into these small groups.

26 as needed 3

Women’s Guild Christmas party

A dining group enjoys fellowship

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EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

Sunday School on Sunday morning: We have used various educational resources, including Shine, published by Brethren Press.

Adult Discussion Class on Sunday morning: Discussions are centered on current topics, thought-provoking videos, with input from the pastor.

For Confirmation: Students have used the book Way To Live: Christian Practice for Teens, by Dorothy C. Bass and Don C. Richter (Upper Room Books, 2002). It was selected by our previous pastor and continued by the two spiritual council members handling the confirmation class in the interim period.

At the present time, there are educational opportunities available for school-aged children (Kindergarten through Middle School) and adults.

In the past, our pastor supported our education leaders and gave input on curriculum, visited classes periodically, attended or led adult classes occasionally, led Bible/book study, and assisted confirmation leaders as needed.

Let the wise listen and add to their learning, and let the discerning get guidance Proverbs 1:5

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CHURCH PROPERTY UCC Greenawalds is a 38’ x 72’ multi-level stone and plaster structure which incorporates the original church building. A new asphalt shingle roof was installed in 2015. The second floor includes classrooms, offices, and a conference room. The Nursery School classrooms, public bathrooms, storage areas, and the boiler room are on the ground level. A 42’ x 17’ L-shaped structure serves as a connecting link to the Sanctuary and includes common and social areas, and the Pastor’s office with powder room. The Sanctuary is a 43’ x 82’ block, steel siding, and brick structure. It includes the narthex and handicapped accessible bathroom. There are 28 cushioned pews with seating for approximately 250 people. Four additional pews provide seating for 28 choir members. Music is provided by a 1980s Allen electronic organ and a Yamaha baby grand piano. Air conditioning was recently installed in the Sanctuary and Narthex. On the church property is a 26’ x 41’ storage shed with a wood frame, steel siding and an asphalt roof. It is primarily used for property equipment storage and shared with the Boy Scouts. Also on the property is a 26’ x 40’ fenced in play yard for nursery school use. The previous parsonage (2319 Albright Avenue, Allentown, PA 18104) is also on the church property. The house is connected to the church by an 8’ x 14’ basement link which provides a shared waterline. The 26’ x 34’ split level is currently a single family rental property. This house is wood frame with brick and aluminum siding, front and back porches, and oil/hot water heat. There are 9 rooms including living and family areas, kitchen, 4 bedrooms, and a bathroom.

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HISTORY AND HERITAGE

UCC Greenawalds began as a small community Sunday School to meet the needs of the neighborhood. As the community grew, our church membership peaked in the 1980s and 90s. Now we are half of what we were in terms of membership numbers. As the community grew older, so did our members. Children of the church grew up and relocated. Demographic, social, and cultural changes (parents’ work schedules, focus on sports, and events on Sundays) have created a challenge to keep active membership strong.

1912 First religious service held at Kratzer School

1918 Built and dedicated church on Albright Avenue, land donated by the Greenawald family

1922 Ladies Aid Society formed to raise funds for the church, later named Women’s Guild*

1926 Organized as a congregation with 53 charter members and elected first part time pastor; Boy Scout

Troop 8 chartered and sponsored by the congregation*

1936 First Confirmation Class

1942 WWII Civil Defense designated the church as First Aid Station

1950 Organized a Men’s Brotherhood

1953 Purchased land and built parsonage next to the church

1954 First women elected as deaconess

1955 Ordination of first member to enter the ministry

1957 Former Evangelical & Reformed Church became the United Church of Christ

1962 Youth Choir was formed to sing contemporary music; built Fellowship Hall adjacent to original church

that was used as Sunday School classrooms

1968 50th Anniversary Celebration; rented land for parking lot across the street*

1970 Dedication of new Sanctuary built above Fellowship Hall; renovation of former church basement;

building of Christian Education wing/office/nursery school space; Carillion in bell tower*

1974 Formation of Nursery School*

1978 Rented space for Gateway School for children with learning disabilities

1980 Youth group attended first National Youth Event; began “Passing of the Peace” in church*

1982 Mission Awareness Committee formed*; made Sanctuary handicapped accessible*; formation of

committee/ministry team system*

1984 Member became first Commissioned Minister for Leadership Development in PNEC

1987 2nd member entered seminary, served as student pastor and became ordained

1988 Samaritan Group began working at the Allentown Ecumenical Soup Kitchen*

1990 3rd member entered seminary and became ordained

1993 4th member entered seminary and became ordained; Consistory and Spiritual Council organized into 2

groups for leadership purposes*; adopted pastor’s housing allowance/parsonage rented as single

family residence*

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1995 Established a Memorial Garden*

1996 Communion open to all, including children*

1998 Baby Grand Piano purchased to enhance music ministry*; student pastor internship

1999 Transformation Team 3 year study with PNEC for future growth; hired Youth Director

2002 Formation of Hand Bell Choir and purchase of bells; 90th Anniversary History Book

2004 Vision Committee recommended building renovation and hiring Christian Ed Director; adopted “God is

Still Speaking” program from the UCC*

2006 Began Hospitality Time before worship*

2010 First Adult Mission Trip to Back Bay Mission*

2012 Growing In Faith Together program began to encourage faith commitment*; 100th Anniversary

Celebration

2012 Technology installed in Narthex for advertising and promotion*

2016 Adopted open baptism policy

*Denotes continuous practice to present time

Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! 2 Corinthians 5:17

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FINANCIAL DATA

2015 2011 2006 Total Church Income: Includes offering, rentals, fundraisers, capital campaigns

$189,708

$239,432

$215,430

Portion of Income to Benevolences and OCWM support

$16,260

$21,565

$18,092

Expenses: Personnel, Building, Programs

$177,058

$223,551

$232,810

Over the past 10 years there have been occasions when it was necessary to use investments and savings funds to pay expenses. Recent Capital Campaigns 2000-2016 $31,000 – Air Conditioning 2013-2015 $35,000 – Roof 2006 $25,845 – Carpeting

Salary history/Based on full time

Start Date

End Date

Year Salary Housing Parsonage Year Salary Housing Parsonage

Last Pastor 1993 $32,230 $9,669 -0- 2015 $57,093 $23,921 -0-

Pastor Benefits Package In addition to a competitive salary package, we at UCC Greenawalds make every effort to respect the Compensation Guidelines for PNEC Churches and Parish Clergy. This includes but may not be limited to:

Housing Allowance • Paid Vacation

UCC Pension • Health, Dental, Life, and Disability Insurances

Travel Reimbursement • Seminars (including the Annual Meeting)

Continuing Education

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CONGREGATIONAL EXPECTATIONS AND FUTURE HOPES

Our Discovery Team spent a great amount of time and energy urging our members to reflect on our past, present, and future. Using a variety of activities, games, and discussion groups, the team led members in a series of self-study sessions. The following is a list of some of the hopes and possibilities for UCC Greenawalds as seen by our members.

- Share resources with another congregation “to accomplish more”. This included mention of shared holiday or special services, joint community outreach, combined mission trips, and small groups.

- Grow in awareness of neighborhood needs, thereby strengthening the

relationship and presence of UCC Greenawalds in our immediate community. Ideas included more community invited events, fliers and information kits, and welcome bags for new neighbors.

- Expand our mission focus. Many participants mentioned hopes for the success of Family Promise and

mission trips to areas outside of our immediate community.

- Encourage and support each other as part of the GIFT program (Growing In Faith Together). Ideas include support and/or discussion groups to promote fellowship and Bible/book study groups for education and effective communication with inactive members.

- Explore needs and options for leadership training and mentoring of future leaders.

- Reestablish our music program (we recently hired a new music director).

In a survey, members identified some other trends. Some wrote that the church will decline in membership as the congregation ages, while others believe young people will return to the fold with a new enthusiasm. Others mentioned that various non-Christian families are moving to the area. Members by and large agree there will be a continued focus on mission, reaching out to neighbors, and ministering to the senior population. Some believe communication and working together with other churches will increase, perhaps sparking an interest to combine with another congregation. Other congregants think there will be a trend surrounding new ways to worship that will help the church stay relevant in busy times.

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord,

“plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11

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LEADERSHIP PROFILE

As identified by the congregation in surveys and small group discussions, the members of UCC Greenawalds are looking for a person of strong faith and commitment to Christ to help us grow and carry out our mission. Our pastor will guide us, support us, and continually push us to learn, question, and expand our faith as we share our love of Christ in our community and world. Our hopes include, but are not limited to: - Dynamic, inspiring preacher/speaker, bringing Christ’s teaching alive in a modern world - Effective planner, coordinator, and leader of worship, including special services or combined services with other congregations - Compassionate, caring person able to gain the trust of the congregation through honesty, effective counseling, and high level of confidentiality - Faithful and thoughtful ministering during crisis situations as well as those hospitalized and those confined to their homes - Inspirational and effective teacher, providing the groundwork and support for continued spiritual growth for members of all ages through a variety of avenues - Strong visionary with ability to lead and build a sense of fellowship among those with whom he/she works, promoting cooperation while helping us realize our purpose in God’s plan - Visible presence in the Greenawalds community, sharing in our mission and inviting others to join us - Participates in community activities, keeps abreast of relevant local issues, and advise congregation as appropriate - Able to address major issues such as:

Aging and declining membership

Building and property with poor roadside visibility, limited growth potential, and handicap accessibility only in the sanctuary

Diplomatically help our congregation to grow in place or reach out to another congregation for collaboration and cooperation to effectively carry out our mission

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We created this profile to provide a snapshot of the family of faith at UCC Greenawalds. It reflects our joys, accomplishments, our struggles, and our vision. Although our church faces continuing challenges similar to many other local churches, we continue to pursue the dream of a thriving ministry. Our faith may find new possibilities and unexpected turns as we invite a new spiritual leader to join us on this journey.

The grace of the Lord Jesus be with God’s people. Amen.

Revelation 22:21

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REFERENCES Alan C. Miller, Conference Minister Penn Northeast Conference 610-826-3113 alanm@pnec.org Former pastor Rev. Dr. Becky Beckwith , Sr. Pastor St John's UCC Fullerton, PA 610-264-8421 stjohnsucc.pastor@rcn.com Former member Randall Kresley Cell 484-707-1093 Home 352-750-6224 rhkresley3@gmail.com Former member

SEARCH AND CALL TEAM MEMBERS Linda Altrichter-Co-Chair/Contact 484-951-2745 lgaltrichter@gmail.com Donna Field 610-395-0821 dgfield67@yahoo.com Karen Griffith-Co-Chair/Contact 610-703-6826 kgriff5@ptd.net Robert Gulledge 484-347-9990 rgulledge78@gmail.com Jane Kintzer 610-217-0697 janeak@rcn.com Carla Lindenmuth 610-739-7304 cct32@aol.com Randy Seyler 610-434-9705 rlseyler@ptd.net Bart Tizio 610-432-3274 btizio@aol.com Russ Roper – Conference Staff Assistant 164 E. First Street, Wind Gap, PA 18091 610-863-5371 russroper@juno.com