299th Anniversary
Sunday October 18th
As we celebrate 299 years of ministry and prepare for our 300th Anniversary Celebration, the Rev’d Dr. Deborah Rahn Clemens, Senior Pastor Emerita, will preach at 8:00 and 10:30 am. We will use the Communion Service Liturgy from The Hymnal of 1934 that morning. This is Dr. Clemens first return to the New Goshenhoppen Church pulpit since her retirement 10 years ago in 2016.
There will be breakfast served from 9:00 to 10:00 am in Fellowship Hall by the Friendship Committee
Ordination and Installation of Kimberly Cornwell
The Ursinus Association of the Keystone Conference of the United Church of Christ rejoices to announce that Kimberly Cornwell has completed all of the necessary steps leading to Call, Ordination, and Installation. Kim has been called to serve Peace in Zion Church, Zieglersville and will be Ordained and Installed in a Service of Word and Table on Sunday, October 4, 2026, beginning at 3:00 p.m.
Due to your generosity, Kim will be presented a robe and a set of clergy stoles for the church year at the service.
Please note on the following page the invitation to the service from Kim. If you will be attending and/or remaining for the reception, please let her know so that there may be adequate preparation for the day!
Congratulations, Kim, on this next step in life and ministry
Youth Group Information
The Youth Group is planning a fun fall day on Sunday, October 18. We will participate in the Trunk or Treat Event at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Pennsburg. The event is from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., but we will need to get there early to decorate!
On Sunday, October 25, the Youth Group will be going on a pumpkin patch and corn maze adventure to Savidge Farms. They will depart after the late service.
On Friday, November 13 to Saturday, November 14, the Youth Group will enjoy a Lock-In event. It will consist of Friday night pizza and faith building exercises. As part of our activity, we will do our annual shopping for Open Link with a late-night trip to Walmart. In the morning, we will do the cemetery clean-off service activity. Drop off is 6:30 p.m. and pick-up is 10:00 a.m.
The Advent Workshop will be held on the first Sunday of Advent, November 29 from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. You don’t want to miss this fun event! There will be crafts for all ages. Adults and children alike can make beautiful decorations or gifts with the guidance of a craft leader. The event will culminate in the Christmas tree lighting.
300th Anniversary Gear
As time ticks on, it is now time to begin the celebration of the rich 300-year history of New Goshenhoppen Church.
To kick off New Goshenhoppen's 300th anniversary year, the 300th Anniversary Committee will be offering the following items for sale beginning on October 4th until October 25th after each service in the Social Room. Please pay for your purchases when they are ordered.
Tote Bags with Logo -$15
T-Shirts - $15 Sweatshirts - $25 Hoodies - $30
Golf Shirts (3" Logo on Left Side of Chest): Printed Logo - $20 or Embroidered - $25
Congregation Supplied Recipe Cookbooks - $15
Full Moon Campfires
The last full moon campfire for 2026 will take place on :
Sunday, October 25th beginning at 7:00 p.m.
Hot dogs will be available for roasting. Bring a chair, a non-alcoholic beverage, and a shareable snack.
Full moon is actually on Monday the 26th, but church meetings on that Monday will affect some of our attendees and leaders. Rainy weather cancels.
Annual Congregational Meeting
The Annual Congregational Meeting will take place on Sunday, November 8, 2026. There will be only one service that morning at 10:30 a.m. No Social Time will follow this meeting. Plan to attend this meeting where we adopt the 2027 Budget, elect new Consistory members, and review the designated Meadows Funds. Copies of the budget will be available at the entrances to the Sanctuary starting the week of October 25th.
Women's Fellowship
The next monthly meeting is tentatively planned for Monday, October 5th with a brief business meeting being held at 9:00 a.m. At 9:30 a.m. we will carpool to Liberty Ministries where we will assist with preparing the Christmas gifts for their prison ministry. Please check the bulletin for confirmation of date or contact Delores Schuler.
A big thank you to the many bakers who provided 78 baked goods sold at the East Greenville Community Days bake sale table, and to Nancy, Marlene, Sue, Rene, Nan, and Amy who helped host the table. Thanks also to Alex, Dennis, Doug, and Dave for setting up and dismantling the stand. And a big thank you to those who purchased the items and gave donations. We profited $394.75. This money will be placed in the Women’s Fellowship treasury and be used for various needs in our ministry.
REDNER’S SAVE-A-TAPE PROGRAM: Supporting various ministries and giving financially is possible thanks to the contributions received at funeral luncheons, the bake sale, and for the Redner’s Save-A-Tape program.
Women’s Fellowship’s Monthly Contributions: Activity books, cards, and small craft kits are being collected to give to children and youth at CHOP (Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia). These items will help to occupy their time as they deal with medical needs. There is a collection box in the Social Room for your contributions.
Quiet Days
Quiet Days will be held on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026, and is coordinated by the Spiritual Life Mission Team (Ursinus Association) and held at New Goshenhoppen Church. We meet on the first Tuesday of each month from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. It is a time for spiritual reflection with a group and also time alone. The meeting consists of an opening statement made by a convener and followed by group discussion. The group then disperses anywhere on the church campus for solitary time. We gather back together at noon for lunch and further group discussion. This event is open to anyone. All you need to bring is your lunch, perhaps a Bible or other spiritual material, and your willingness to listen and/or share in discussion. Coffee, tea, and light refreshments are provided.
We do ask, if not a financial hardship, for a $5.00 goodwill donation that goes toward the use of the building. Please do not allow your inability to make this donation be a deterrent to attending. Lastly, with the merger of conferences into the new Keystone Conference, the Spiritual Life Mission Team is looking for additional volunteers. We would like to start our new endeavor as a strong team looking to move forward with new ideas and events. For any information or questions, please call Gail Gerhard, T/N 215-679-6523. PLEASE NOTE: QUIET DAYS WILL NOT BE HELD IN OCTOBER DUE TO THE ACTIVITIES OF LIFE LONG LEARNING.