January 2026 Newsletter

Worship Schedule

January 4th – 2nd Sunday after Christmas, “It’s More Than We Could Have Hoped For”,

Isaiah 60:1-7; Psalm 25:4-10; John 1:1-9. Communion

January 11th – Baptism of Christ, “It’s More Than Just Getting Wet”, Isaiah 42:1-4; Psalm 29:1-

4; Matthew 3:13-17.

January 18th – 2nd Sunday after Epiphany, “It’s More Than What the Eye Can See”, Isaiah 49:1-

7; Psalm 40:1-5; John 1:19-34.

January 25th – 3rd Sunday after Epiphany, “It’s More Than a Good Fish Story and a Change of

Plans”, Isaiah 9:1-4; Psalm 27:4-6; Matthew 4:12-23. Installation of Consistory & Annual

Meeting

Wednesday Evening Bible Study; 6:30p.m.-8:00p.m.

January 7- Revelation 1-3

The Symbols of Judgment and Vindication: The Ethics of Choosing Sides for the Church

January 14- Revelation 5, 11-13

The Lamb, The Dragon, The Woman, and the Beasts Oh My!: The Victory Already Won

January 21- Revelation 4:8-11; 5:9-14; 11:15-18; 19:1-8

Hymns of Resistance: Only God and the Lamb are Worthy or Playing by the Numbers

January 28- Revelation 6-8

The Power of Discernment and the Discernment of Power: Seven Seals as God Executes a Cosmic Verdict on Lordship!

Upcoming Meetings

· Prime Timers for January will be at Eastside Diner on the 22nd at 12:30pm.

· Consistory will meet Tuesday, January 20th at 7:00pm.

2026 Rummage Sale Dates

Happy New Year! As you are looking at your new calendar, consider adding the dates for the 2026 rummage sale weeks: May 3-9 and September13-19. Hope to see you there!

Winter Weather

It’s that time of year again, winter! In the event of snow or ice and the necessary cancellation of services we will post any cancellations to our website and Facebook page. We will also attempt to contact as many members through texting as possible. If your uncertain about the road conditions please check these resources or contact a member of consistory before venturing out.

Thank You

Thank you to everyone that sent cards, texts, Facebook messages & prayers during my time in the hospital and while recovering at home. Very thankful for our church family during this time.

Love, Melinda Noll & Family

A Note from Devitt House

Good afternoon,

I would like to take a moment to thank the congregation of Dreisbach United Church of Christ for the gifts given to the residents of the Devitt House.

I wish each of you could have seen the smiles on their faces as they opened their gifts.

I was reminded of Matthew 25:35-40:

For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, 36 I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.’

37 “Then the righteous will answer him, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? 38 When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? 39 When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?’

40 “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’

Thank you for your generosity and care for the residents. You are a blessing and wonderful example of Christ's love.

Kellie Palko

Devitt House Manager.

Childcare Volunteers

Volunteers are available to care for your infant to three-year-old child in the nursery every Sunday after the Children’s Time until the end of the service. All volunteers have appropriate clearances. If you would like to be part of this ministry, please contact Diane Hackenberg.

The volunteers for January are: January 4- Michelle Owens; January 11 – Diane Hackenberg; January 18 – Kathleen Swartzlander; January 25 – Pam Eberhart.

Dreisbach UCC - 2025 Summary and 2026 Budget

Estimated Budget

2025 2026

Total income, excluding investment activity 183,250 183,650

Total Expenses 172,500 159,545

Net income 10,750 24,105