Food Pantry for Thanksgiving
On November 21 over 180 patrons received a turkey, chicken or ham along with all the
necessary fixings to have a delicious Thanksgiving meal.
necessary fixings to have a delicious Thanksgiving meal.
October Food Pantry Collection
Our congregation along with our friends at the Zion Lutheran Church were challenged
to donate 500 nonperishable items for our community food pantry. Meeting the challenge
a monetary donation of $750.00 was given to support the pantry.
Our congregation along with our friends at the Zion Lutheran Church were challenged
to donate 500 nonperishable items for our community food pantry. Meeting the challenge
a monetary donation of $750.00 was given to support the pantry.
Surpassing our goal, we collected 324 items!
German Dinner a HUGE success!!!
On Saturday, September 21, the Ways and Means Committee
sponsored a German Dinner buffet style. A total of 229 dinners were served!
On Saturday, September 21, the Ways and Means Committee
sponsored a German Dinner buffet style. A total of 229 dinners were served!
Our hard working Bratwurst, Knockwurst and Frankfurter grillers.
The buffet line preparing to serve our delicious dinner.
Not Just Another Ompah Band getting ready to entertain.
The folks came and enjoyed their evening with us!
The buffet line preparing to serve our delicious dinner.
Not Just Another Ompah Band getting ready to entertain.
The folks came and enjoyed their evening with us!
Sunday, September 8, 2024
Prior to the start of the morning service children enjoyed looking
at their Bibles that they had received during Sunday School.
A moment of prayer after children collected
cereal and pasta for the church's food pantry.
at their Bibles that they had received during Sunday School.
A moment of prayer after children collected
cereal and pasta for the church's food pantry.
Bender Scholarship Recipient
Kaitlyn Stollenwerk received this year's continuing education scholarship.
Kaitlyn is beginning her fifth year as a college student. She is in a Master's program studying Occupational Therapy.
Youth Participation Throughout the Morning Service.
During the service Sadie Billiard and Aubrey Papandrea performed "Ode to Joy" as a flute duet.
"Wondering" was sung by Gianna Lee and Clayton Billiard.
All school age children, who ranged from preschool through fifth year college, participated in a youth message.
Owen and Jacob Bounds served as ushers collecting the morning offering.
Scripture lessons were read by Gianna Lee, Clayton Billiard and Kaitlyn Stollenwerk.
"Wondering" was sung by Gianna Lee and Clayton Billiard.
All school age children, who ranged from preschool through fifth year college, participated in a youth message.
Owen and Jacob Bounds served as ushers collecting the morning offering.
Scripture lessons were read by Gianna Lee, Clayton Billiard and Kaitlyn Stollenwerk.
Ice Cream Social
All were invited to the Sunday School Auditorium after church to enjoy an ice cream treat!
Sunday,July 21
Youth Participation Sunday
The children participated in the service by singing, Feed My Sheep, participating in a children's message, collecting our Joyful Noise collection and the Sunday Offering.
The Panarello Family, Aiden, Gaetan and mother Kalynn, read the scripture lessons for the day.
Our guest speaker, Pastor Patrick Murray, delivered the sermon.
Sunday, June 16
Father's Day
Today's service honored all fathers. The children participated in the service by singing, handing out a Father's Day gift, a back scratcher, to each man and collecting our Joyful Noise collection. This week's Joyful Noise was given to a local family who had a house fire.
Two young adults read the scripture lessons for the day.
Our guest speaker, Rev. Patrick Murray, delivered the sermon which drew parallels
between the crucifixion of Jesus and the story of Abraham and his son, Isaac.
Father's Day
Today's service honored all fathers. The children participated in the service by singing, handing out a Father's Day gift, a back scratcher, to each man and collecting our Joyful Noise collection. This week's Joyful Noise was given to a local family who had a house fire.
Two young adults read the scripture lessons for the day.
Our guest speaker, Rev. Patrick Murray, delivered the sermon which drew parallels
between the crucifixion of Jesus and the story of Abraham and his son, Isaac.
Saturday, June 15
Work Day at the Church
Three areas were decluttered and reorganized today! The church dinners' supply room, a catch all room and the closet that holds paper products, plastic ware, cups, etc.
were the challenge areas that were undertaken and conquered!
Work Day at the Church
Three areas were decluttered and reorganized today! The church dinners' supply room, a catch all room and the closet that holds paper products, plastic ware, cups, etc.
were the challenge areas that were undertaken and conquered!
Sunday, June 2
Fly Up Sunday for Sunday School Students
Brunch for First Responders
Five children will move to a new class next year due to their age and grade placement.
Sunday School students celebrated Fly Up Sunday with butterflies
that when twisted and released flew in the air.
Brunch for First Responders
Five children will move to a new class next year due to their age and grade placement.
Sunday School students celebrated Fly Up Sunday with butterflies
that when twisted and released flew in the air.
Sunday School Students helped with setting up for First Responders Brunch
The adults and children honored local First Responders as they joined us for brunch.
New Jersey State Troopers
Egg Harbor City Police Department
Egg Harbor City Fire Fighters
Galloway Township Police Department
Galloway Township EMTs
Another awesome Sunday, as we honored children and First Responders. It was a day for recognizing our students and being grateful for the service of our local First Responders. We had a delicious brunch and an amazing time of fellowship.
Sunday, May 19
Children and Youth Participation Sunday
Children and Youth Participation Sunday
Jay, Chris and Jeremy led the congregation in singing the opening song, "Shout to the Lord".
The youth of the church accompanied by the trio sang, "Jesus in the Morning" before the children's message.
The youth of the church accompanied by the trio sang, "Jesus in the Morning" before the children's message.
The children collected the Joyful Noise Offering which is used to help those in need. They gather together and on the count of three they dump the collection into a large metal container. Thus a Joyful Noise!
Two of our youth collected the morning offering.
Our children and youth also read the scripture lessons for the day's service.
Our guest speaker was Hunter Jorgensen. Hunter shared his experiences from a missionary trip he took
in January to an orphanage in South Africa.
in January to an orphanage in South Africa.
Sunday, May 12
Mother's Day
Mother's Day
The children and youth began the day by visiting St. John's United Church and singing at their 10:00 service.
They sang two of their favorite songs, "We are the Church" and "God Made You Special".
They quickly returned to their church and participated in the morning service by singing to their moms, "God Made You Special".
They sang two of their favorite songs, "We are the Church" and "God Made You Special".
They quickly returned to their church and participated in the morning service by singing to their moms, "God Made You Special".
The children and youth gave each woman a carnation in honor of Mother's Day.
Sunday, April 28
Since our pastor retired in June 2023, three lay members are faithfully participating in our Sunday services. Alice provides the weekly prayers for Joys and Concerns and George preaches the last Sunday of each month. Alice Jr. designs each Sunday service with hymns, liturgy and benediction. She creates and orchestrates the PowerPoint and zoom connection. Each week an Elder leads the service and congregational members volunteer for the scripture readings. It is a team effort, everyone is helping keep the congregation engaged and active. It is a blessing we are a family shouldering the responsibilities and keeping the church alive!
Children's Message - We are His sheep and Jesus is our Shepherd
Roast Beef Dinner a wonderful church and community event - Saturday, April 27
Men of the church cooked delicious roast beef, gravy, mashed potatoes and green beans to provide nearly 200 dinners! Cakes and pies of all varieties were made by our excellent church bakers. Church members volunteered for set up, serving and clean up duties. The event was a lot of hard work but it provided great fellowship, not only for the workers, but for the community as they enjoyed their meal and chatted with old and new friends!
Egg Harbor Moravian Church 165th Anniversary
April 14, 2024
We were honored to have Reverend George Richmond
join with us to celebrate our 165th anniversary.
join with us to celebrate our 165th anniversary.
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Music was provided by the children of the congregation, as they sang "We Are the Church" and by Chris on guitar and Jeremy singing, "God You Are". The adult choir sang, "Here I Am Lord", as their morning anthem. |
Children participated during the service collecting cereal for our food pantry and taking the offering.
The scripture readings were done by several of the young adults in the congregation.
A reception with light refreshments was held after the service in the auditorium.
We are truly blessed to have an active church family that
enjoys working together, as they worship and serve the Lord.
May the Egg Harbor City Moravian Church continue to
"Know Christ, Share His Message and Grow in Love"
enjoys working together, as they worship and serve the Lord.
May the Egg Harbor City Moravian Church continue to
"Know Christ, Share His Message and Grow in Love"
The Atlantic County Regional SWAT Team
joining in with the training were the
Crisis Negotiating Team
Egg Harbor City Police
Atlantic County Sheriffs
The SWAT Team and other law enforcement agencies used the church facilities on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 for training. They worked through various scenarios and debriefings during their Noon to 8:00PM training. We were happy to be able to provide our buildings for this very important training.
Thank you to the law enforcement personnel for your invaluable service.
We pray you remain safe throughout your duties.
Easter Caroling to Shut Ins and Elderly-March 27, 2024
Nine members of the church choir went Easter Caroling to seven homes. The group sang five Easter hymns and gave a box of homemade cookies to each of the visited church members.
Palm Sunday, March 24, 2024 began in the church and concluded in the auditorium with the Sunday School Easter Program.
Sunday School Children and Youth carrying palms paraded through the aisles
to begin the Palm Sunday Service.
to begin the Palm Sunday Service.
Children and Youth Participate in Church Service
March 17, 2024
The children and youth, along with Chris on the guitar, sang "Above All"
Joyful Noise was collected for 2024 Synod Project of planting trees. We collected funds for 102 trees!
Youth collecting church offering
Youth sharing the scripture readings
Happy 101st Birthday Mrs. Lamkin!
March 10, 2024
A group of approximately 20 of our youngest made a visit to our oldest member to wish her a Happy Birthday. The children gave her a balloon and homemade sugar cookies. They serenaded her with the Moravian Song,"M O R A V I A N",
"We Are The Church", and of course,
"Happy Birthday"!
March 10, 2024
A group of approximately 20 of our youngest made a visit to our oldest member to wish her a Happy Birthday. The children gave her a balloon and homemade sugar cookies. They serenaded her with the Moravian Song,"M O R A V I A N",
"We Are The Church", and of course,
"Happy Birthday"!
Sanctuary Lighting Project
March 2024
March 2024
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The wiring in the sanctuary chandelier was in desperate need of rewiring. Once the rewiring was completed and new LED lights installed, it received a good cleaning.
The chandelier now glistens and brings added beauty to the church.
The chandelier now glistens and brings added beauty to the church.
Ladies in the Kitchen
February 2024
February 2024
Ladies busy making chili. The kitchen smelled wonderful with four large cookers filled and simmering. While the chili cooked ladies made two recipes of Moravian Sugar Cake. Both the chili and the cake were delicious!
Men's Sunday Service
February 2024
February 2024
Recently the men of the congregation led the Sunday morning service. One of the more memorable parts was the men leading the congregation in singing the hymn, "Join We All in One Accord".
AED
February 2024
February 2024
We were able to secure an AED for our church with the help of Atlanticare Heart Heroes. The AED is designed to be used by both trained personnel, as well as, those untrained in the device. The AED talks one through each step in saving a life in the event of cardiac arrest. The AED will be stored in a central location easily accessible in time of need.
Scholarships for Students
Yearly
Yearly
The Reverend and Mrs. Elmer D. Bender Scholarship Fund Scholarships are given each year to congregational college students who meet the scholarship's guidelines. Accrued interest is used for these scholarships and donations to the fund are welcome.