Weekly schedule
A full list of activities and updated photos are always available on our Facebook page or quickly check the calendar below—frequently updated for your convenience.
June 26, 2026
Our Summer Enrichment Camp students wrapped up our Week of Kindness and Giving with a special trip to Giant!
Thanks to a $250 Thrivent Action Team Community Grant, secured by Jerusalem Lutheran Church member Anne Young, our students shopped for nonperishable food items to stock the Little Food Pantry located at the church's main entrance.
To make the day even more special, an anonymous donor generously gave an additional $100, allowing the students to purchase even more much-needed items!
This was a wonderful opportunity for our campers to learn about giving back, shopping within a budget, and helping neighbors in need.
A heartfelt thank you to Thrivent, Anne Young, and our generous donor for making this meaningful experience possible. We are so proud of our students, families, and church members for living out God's love through kindness and generosity. ❤️
Vacation Bible School – July 12–16, 2026
Jerusalem Lutheran's Vacation Bible School will be held from Sunday, July 12, through Thursday, July 16, 2026. Each evening, children will gather in the Social Hall at 5:30 p.m. for a light dinner before enjoying Bible stories, crafts, games, mission and outreach activities, and music. Vacation Bible School will conclude each evening at 7:30 p.m.
Volunteers are still needed to help make this year's Vacation Bible School a memorable experience for our children and families. Please consider lending a hand—we would greatly appreciate your support!
Chancel Choir Visits Luther Ridge and Seton Manor
On Sunday, May 17, the Chancel Choir shared music and fellowship with residents at Luther Ridge at 1:00 PM and Seton Manor at 2:00 PM. It was a joyful afternoon of sharing music and ministry with our community.
Third Sunday Coffee Hour – 2026
Coffee Hour is held on the third Sunday of each month following worship. Everyone is welcome to join for fellowship, conversation, and refreshments!
2026 Schedule & Hosts
July 19 — Social Ministry - Ice Cream Social
August 16 — Church Council
September 20 — Child Care Committee
October 18 — Choir
November 15 — Altar Guild
December 20 — Worship and Music
Thanks to everyone for making our Coffee Hours enjoyable!
Pastor Matt and Deacon Mandy Carpenter were installed at Jerusalem Lutheran Church on March 2, 2025. Pastor Zach Labagh, Associate of the Bishop, NEPA Synod was the presider at the Installation Service. We are happy to have Pastor Matt and Deacon Mandy at Jerusalem!
Contributions may be made at any time!
Make checks payable to Jerusalem Lutheran Church - memo line: Organ Fund
Drop off at the church office Monday - Thursday 9am-3pm or mail your contribution to
Jerusalem Lutheran Church
252 Dock Street
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
God’s Work. Our Hands. 2025 Project: Jared Boxes
On Sunday, September 7th, many gathered after worship for fellowship and donuts. After the donuts and conversation dwindled, we set out to assemble “Jared Boxes”. A Jared Box is a shoebox sized plastic container that is filled with toys, and other small amusements for children in the hospital. We assembled 12 boxes and they were delivered to Lehigh Valley Hospital Schuylkill, E. Norwegian Street in Pottsville. The project was funded by Thrivent Financial. The congregation was also asked to donate “crazy socks” for use in the hospital pediatric ward for Bingo prizes or small gifts to kids staying in the hospital.
To hear the full story of the history of The Jared Box Project, Google “Jared Box” and read about a courageous and thoughtful boy who, while dealing with his own diagnosis, shared his toys with his hospital buddies. Jared’s legacy is well represented by his family and friends.
