Fishburn Church

Weekly Broadcast of the Fishburn United Methodist Church                       Jan. 15, 2012

1215 Fishburn Road, Hershey PA  17033 

(717) 534-2262, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  

fishburnumc.org

Mission Statement: 

“Fishburn UMC exists to Honor God in making more disciples of Jesus Christ”

MORE Employment Opportunities!

The Fishburn Flock Christian Child Care Center, 534-2189 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Full-time job openings:  The same as last week.  Interviews started, but will accept resume’s for a little longer.

PA State Certified Kindergarten Teacher.  Full day Kindergarten for 2012-2013 school year.  Begin employment now to help with planning and certification process.

• Full-time Floater.  Four 10 hour days.  Requirements include:
  • 2 years or 2500 hours experience in a childcare setting.
  • A love for children and learning
  • An interest in an Early Childhood Career

Fishburn Flock Part-Time Opportunities:

• Aide for School-age Students. Weekdays, 4-6 pm.
• Head Teacher for Youth Summer Enrichment program for grades 5-7.  40 hours/week, June-Aug. A flyer that pertains to this new program is available in the Welcome Wing or from the Flock.  Requirements include:
  • 2 years or 2500 hours experience in a childcare setting.
  • A love for middle school age students and learning
  • Ministry/mission minded -  interested in community outreach

The Fishburn UMC Staff Parish Relations Committee is taking applications for a part-time secretarial position, of approximately 15 hours per week.  They are looking for a person who has a heart for ministry and the following skills:

•  Secretarial & Receptionist Skills  - computer, filing, phone/receptionist etiquette
• Computer experience with Microsoft Word, Publisher, Excel and Outlook.
• Computer responsibilities would include, but not limited to preparing and printing of church bulletins, newsletters, flyers, and keeping the church calendar updated.
• Communication responsibilities would include coordinating events of church calendar with parishioners, Fishburn Flock Daycare, and others who use the church facilities.  This would be done through email, phone calls and/or personal contact.

If interested in this new position, please send your resume’ by Sunday, January 29, 2012.  Send resume’ to the attention of Chuck Coates, Chair of SPRC at Fishburn UMC, 1215 Fishburn Road, Hershey, PA  17033. OR This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , OR drop off resume in the church office mail basket (in the Welcome Wing)

Ministry Opportunities! 

Fishburn Church currently has openings in the following areas.  If you are interested in any of these positions, please contact the recommended person:

Sound Board Operator for the 10:30 and 11:45 am worship services. Training is provided and a rotational schedule is set up for your convenience.  Please see John Gacesa if you are willing to serve in this capacity. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 566-8048.

Video Operator for the 11:45 worship service. We are looking for someone to research and play short video clips from various Christian resource sites to add to our 11:45 am worship experience. Please see Pastor John if you are interested in this ministry.  534-2262 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . 

Assimilation Director: This Staff level position has the responsibility of recruiting, overseeing, and developing leaders in our Welcoming and Small group Ministries. This involves an average 6-8 hours per week and requires a person who is comfortable working with others and encouraging others in the use of their gifts in these areas of ministry. This person would attend Staff meetings and Leadership Council meetings. Please speak with Pastor John if you believe you are being called to this level of ministry and commitment. 

534-2262 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . 

Sunday Morning Transporter: Beginning the first Sunday in February our current car/van driver for picking people up on Sunday mornings will no longer continue this ministry. We have two seniors who rely on this ministry to come to worship. If you are willing to bring people to church with your own vehicle or with the Church Chrysler New Yorker Car (or Church Van) please speak with Pastor John.

534-2262 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Upcoming Events          

Jan. 13-15, Fri-Sun

            Youth Winter Retreat at Ski Sawmill, Morris PA.  Please pray for safety and spiritual growth.

Jan 26, Thursday 

            Prevention Health Screenings at Fishburn. Flyers with pre-registration info in the Welcome Wing.

Jan 30, Mon

            5-6:30 pm.  Community Monthly Meal. Pork & Sauerkraut, Mashed Potatoes, Carmel Apple Cheese Cake.  Sign up by Jan. 25. Forms in Welcome Wing and will be sent out via email.

Feb. 22, Wed

            Ash Wednesday –Community Lenten service & Lunch at St. Joan of Arc. 12:10 pm.

Jan. 22, 29 & Feb. 12 Sun

            6:30-8 pm. Fireside Chat for youth at Greene’s home.  Questions? Contact Jenny, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 533-4856.

Feb. 5, Sun.

            Supper Bowl Sunday – Bring a can of soup to church for the Hershey Food Bank.

Feb. 24, Fri

            8pm-? Youth Lock-In at church.  Check with Youth leaders for more details.

Feb. 26, Sun.

            Spaghetti Dinner following worship service.  Served by those going on Mission Trips.  Funds raised help individual workers pay for their trip.  Tickets and other details will be available soon.

Help Fishburn Missions

Volunteer as an usher at the Giant Center and your “salary” will be given to Fishburn church for mission projects.  Must be 18 or older.  Contact Jenny Greene at 533-4856 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Important Reminders & Notices:

• Statements for those who used 2011 Offering Envelopes are ready for pick-up in the Welcome Wing.
• Flock Board Meeting Mon, Jan 16 at 7pm
• Trustee Meeting Tue, Jan 17 at 7pm
• UMW Meeting Wed, Jan 18 at 9:15am
• Red Bird Trip & Heifer International Project – If you plan on attending you MUST contact Jenny Greene and get deposits in so plans can be worked on.

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