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The Church Welcomes New Members 
On 6/18 we welcomed into our membership Dale, Carol, and Donna








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A Celebration of Baptism
On 6/11 we baptized into the church baby Reid

















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An Infant Dedication

The church welcomed baby Caroline into our family






















Easter Sunday Bell Choir

The children of the church did an incredible job of bringing joy to our Resurrection Sunday service with their performance 










Easter Egg Hunt 2023
A great time was had by the many who attended this year's hunt for eggs. Pictured as some of the awesome volunteers 










Preschool Blessings
The Evangelism Committee prepared presents for the 2023 graduating class of Kiddy City Preschool













Crazy Shirt Sunday
The church hosted a crazy shirt Sunday in January to break up the winter blahs










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Youth Group Visits Kozairs
The youth group and their leaders made a bone chilling visit to Kozairs Christmas Village to celebrate the season of Jesus' birth










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Ladies GEMS

The GEMS ministry met to wrap presents for the families of Mercy Pregnancy Center at their annual event












The Christmas Choir Begins
Our Christmas Eve program 2022 will feature a choir. The choir began to meet in early November













2022 Restoration Project

The congregation voted to replace the carpet, re-do paint, repave parking lots, extend sound room and online stream, and other projects. The work began in late May and was completed in early September







































































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Ladies Day Retreat

The GEMS ministry of Mohn's Hill brought together 17 different churches to learn about how to be a "Positive Patty in a Debbie Downer World"










Easter Morning
Easter morning celebrations included a breakfast, the children's bell choir (pictured), a soloist, and an amazing time of worship 









The Evangelism Team at Work
The Evangelism Team prepared gifts for the graduates of the Kiddy City Preschool class of 2022 











Love Your Neighbor
The Spiritual Care committee of the church encouraged those who attend Mohn's Hill to show love to each other with cards, encouragement, and candy in the month of February  














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Food Drive for the Mifflin Community Food Bank
Our partnership with the MCFB continues to grow as we collected food in February and continue to supply volunteers to help one Saturday a month














Pastor Ken is Silly Again
In the February 6th service, Pastor Ken donned a cape and mask and became Super Pastor, the man who can solve no one's problems, but can point you to Jesus who can















Celebrate Recovery Meets at CityGate
The CR ministry that assist people with their hurts, habits, and hangups, began to meet at CityGate in Ephrata in January 2022














Youth Group Plays Crab Soccer
The youth group gathered in their January meeting to play crab soccer and enjoy some pizza. Youth group held each month. See church calendar for details











Mohn's Hill BUILDS

The 2022 annual congregational meeting was held where the theme of BUILD (Building Under the Influence of the Lord's Direction) was introduced













Youth Visit Lehigh Valley Zoo
The youth group visited the Lehigh Valley Zoo, noting the wonderful creations that God has given us










​Arlo is Presented to the Church
In a wonderful moment of the service, Taylor and Ariana presented their son before the church and dedicated him to the Lord. We praise the Lord for this wonderful family






Adamstown Backyard Kid's Club
We had a great week of vacation bible school in the Adamstown Grove.  Lots of learning about how "Jesus Power Pulls Us Through" and tons of fun happening everywhere!







The Church Hosts a Special Picnic
Mohn's Hill held its annual picnic and celebrated 125 years of ministry from this hill. Pictured are some who could make the event








The Youth Hangout has Some Fun

The youth spent a hot Sunday evening playing water balloon volleyball




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A Wedding Shower for Zach and Kim
The church hosted a wedding shower celebration for the soon to be Mr. and Mrs. Cage












Ladies Day Retreat
After a delay due to Covid 19, the ladies met at WoodCrest for a day of understanding more about Rahab as a woman of character












Ron and Barb Become Members
The church welcomed into its membership Ron and Barb in 2021








The Evangelism Committee Visits Mercy's New Center

The EV committee visited Mercy Pregnancy Center's new facility and learned about their plans to bring Christ to the city of Reading






The Church Celebrates 125 Years
The church held a re-dedication service in 2021 to recommit to the work of the Lord in this community. Guest presenters were Freely Given






An Awesome Easter Service
The church celebrate Resurrection Sunday with several great events, including a children's bell choir










Some Fun Before St. Patty's Day

The church remembered the life of St. Patrick with a special children's sermon and some of our congregants joined in the fun 



















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Debbie becomes the newest member in 2021

Debbie joined the church on January 10, 2021. We welcome her into our fellowship










Chris and Jaimee Get Married
We congratulate Chris and Jaimee (one of our Praise Team members) on their recent wedding



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Adamstown BKCX Event

The church partnered with Gehmans Mennonite to bring a community event which featured a critter show and a juggling act










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Movie Night

​The church sponsored a family friendly movie night during the Covid situation. Pictured are our volunteers who worked the popcorn and candy stand





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Chris and Katie are Married

Pastor Ken performed the marriage ceremony for our own Chris and Katie in the summer of 2020





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Lego and Let God!

The kids had a great time at our latest BKCX (Backyard Kids Club EXtreme) event at the Adamstown YMCA.  Jesus is our foundation!









Zach Becomes a Member
The church welcomed into its membership Zach Cage








​Trent is Baptized


The church welcomed into the faith our brother in Christ Trent Shupp











Preschool Prep is Underway
Mohn's Hill came together in February to prepare for the Preschool open house by assembling toys, furniture, and other items






































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​Ladies Baked Some Cookies

Some of the ladies from the church gathered to bake cookies for the upcoming Christmas Eve Celebration













The Church Helps at the Holidays
The church volunteered at Zion EC Church to help distribute food in the month of December.
The Church also held a food drive in which 500 pounds of food were donated for the pantry


























BKC X: A Wild Animal Christmas 

 We took over the Adamstown YMCA with a bunch of kids for some wild animal Christmas fun!  We had a blast, playing games, making ornaments, creating our own Christmas creations, going on a True Christmas story hunt, and finally going on a scavenger hunt to fill a pair of socks for ourselves and one to give away.  What an eXtremely fun night!






















The Church Working Together
On our clean up day the teens and teen leaders came together to paint as the adults cleaned up the outside property and the old fellowship hall










































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We are Ready for Advent
Volunteers came together to decorate the church as we prepare for the Advent season















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Church Collects for OCC
The church collected a total of 177 shoe boxes for Operation Christmas Child this year






















The Church Dedicates the New Lift

The church lift project is complete and operational allowing those with mobility issues to move between floors without leaving the building
























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The New Playground and Interior Painting are Complete

Volunteers from Mohn's Hill EC worked together to get the playground in place and paint the interior of the church in preparation for our new preschool starting in the Fall of 2020. 
























Mission Minded Kids Event was Awesome!

Jan Yelk and a team of volunteers took the children all around the world (without ever leaving the building)  to explore the places where our missionaries live. The trip included an understanding of the culture, food, and games that are played by children there.














​​Men's GOLD Meets for Oktober Fest

The Men met for sausage sandwiches, pretzels, and root beer as we welcomed October in



















The Church Celebrates

The Church gathered together for our Celebration Sunday service to listen to all the blessings God has given to us 























Our Newest Member
Terry became the newest member of the family at Mohn's Hill EC. Everyone is excited to have Terry join us.







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Paint Party
A great time was had by all the budding artist at Mohn's Hill as we came together to paint a fall scene











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Mohn's Hill Volunteers

Mohn's Hill EC worked with Zion EC to help in their pantry and hand out backpacks for children going back to school










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BKC was a Success

The church held its annual Backyard Kids Club (VBS) event in Adamstown Park with rave reviews from children and parents










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The Church Prays for BKC
The church prayed for the volunteer staff and children who will be coming together this week at Adamstown Park for our annual BKC/VBS













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An Awesome Church Picnic

The Mohn's Hill family gathered for some great food, fun fellowship, and wonderful games (Pictured: Josh- the Cakewalk DJ, Pastor Ken, and Masterful Mike the Tech Genius)




































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Grads Recognized and Youth Appreciated

The church took time to recognize and pray for the recent graduates and to listen a testimony by Lexi about her childhood experience at Mohn's Hill. In honor of the celebration, Joy, one of the teens, created two pictures of Mohn's Hill that will be displayed in the fellowship Hall. 











































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Men Gather for Lunch

The church took time to recognize the men of the church by holding a special lunch for them. The guest speaker was Pastor Dan from Painted Soldier's ministry who spoke about how we are loved by God who is our Heavenly Father 








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Preston Lindenman is Baptized
The church had the privilege to baptize into the faith Preston on 5/19/2019

















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​Ladies Gems Cookout
The ladies ministry of GEMS celebrate the coming of summer with their annual cookout










Teacher and Discipleship Training Seminar
The church hosted a teacher and discipleship seminar featuring Josh Good of Christian Endeavor. Josh spoke about the need for us not to be hippos of information (just eating it) but to be bees that build the community








Ladies Gather for Lunch
The ladies of the church gathered for a special lunch and had the opportunity to learn more about Bethany Children's Home from guest speaker Carolyn Shultz Spano 








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Another awesome night of Backyard Kids Club EXtreme fun!!!  We had indoor camping fun while learning s'more about Jesus.  He is the light!








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We Welcome Jeff and Lisa
On Sunday 5/5/2019, the church welcomed into its membership Jeff and Lisa. We praise the Lord for God's 











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The GEMS Ladies' Retreat was a "Joy"

The ladies of the church gathered together for a one day retreat where they learned more about the "joy" in Jesus​










​Baptism of Jeff and Lisa

On Easter Sunday, the congregation celebrated the baptism of Jeff and Lisa Geletka. We rejoice that God is moving in their lives and the life of Mohn's Hill EC


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Easter Morning was Full of Celebrating!
There was a 6 am early dawn service followed by breakfast.  Easter morning breakfast was delicious and a great time of celebrating Jesus together!




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The Easter Egg Hunt was GREAT!
Our annual Easter egg hunt looked a little different this year because of the weather.   But to God be the glory it was still a great time for all and as always Jesus' story was shared and celebrated!











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​Feel the Thorns: Good Friday 
Pastor Ken lead the kids through a hands-on Good Friday experience.  The kids got to see, hear, and feel their way through Jesus' Good Friday story.





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​Museum of the Bible Bus Trip

On Saturday April 13, a bunch of us went to visit the Museum of the Bible.  One day is not nearly enough for this wonderful place to visit.  But the day was full of lots of learning and memories!








BKCX Was Awesome
Our Backyard Kid's Club Extreme met at the Adamstown YMCA and the children played games, ate snacks, learned about Creation and science, and made a craft







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The Soup Cook-off 
The church held a first soup cook-off featuring nine different soups. Attendees voted for their favorite and Linda's Cream of Potato Soup was the winner 








The Youth Make a Special Treat

The youth group came together and prepared danishes for the entire congregation after the church service on 2/24. Many Thanks to our youth leaders and the youth for the great surprise










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Ladies PJ Party
The Spiritual care Committee held its first ever PJ party. The ladies of all ages gathered and played games, ate great food, and enjoyed each other's company











Men's GOLD Meeting- BaconFest!
The men of Mohn's Hill met and tried a variety of different bacon-wrapped treats, including shrimp wrapped bacon, scallop wrapped bacon, and bacon ice cream










Celebrate Sunday
The church gathered together for breakfast and to hear all the great things God is doing through the church, including: a new young adult Sunday School Class, an addiction outreach, BackYard Kid's Club Extreme, and our upcoming Soup Cookoff 













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GEMS ChocolateFest 2019
The ladies ministry of GEMS gathered for their annual ChoclateFest.
















Annual Congregational Meeting
The Annual Congregational Meeting was held on January 27. Among the many reports, Chairpersons shared their praises from 2018 and the goals for 2019 as we continue to "GROW"







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We Welcome in Our New Members
The church at Mohn's Hill welcomed in its first new members of 2019. Pictured are Justine, Aidan, Nathan, and Casey

















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Youth Group Celebrates Christmas

The youth of Mohn's Hill celebrated Christmas with a party which included gift giving and cookie making




















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The Sunday School Choir Sings
The Children of the Mohn's Hill Sunday School sang a Happy Birthday to Jesus song on the final week of Advent












Baptism of Nathan

On 12/16, the congregation celebrated the baptism of Nathan Long. We rejoice that God is moving in his life and the life of Mohn's Hill EC
































Christmas Celebration 2018
The church family came together for a night of singing Christmas songs, hearing the Christmas story, and a wonderful Christmas meal. Pictured are Ginny, Lisa, Dave and Linda
































Happy Birthday Jesus, EXTREME BIRTHDAY PARTY!!!
Backyard Kids Club EXtreme had an event at the beginning of December where children were able to celebrate Jesus' birthday.  The night was complete with games, decorating stockings, making gifts for other children, hearing the Christmas story, and of course a birthday bash with cake and games!  Happy Birthday Jesus!











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Turkey Hat Sunday
Each year, on the Sunday before Thanksgiving, the congregation is given the opportunity to give God praise while wearing a silly turkey hat. Many thanks were given. 
 







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The Children Pray

The children of the church prayed for other children who will receive the Operation Christmas Child Shoe boxes. The church collect 199 boxes







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GEMS MEETS
The ladies group of the church, GEMS, met and packed stockings for the children of Bethany Children Home













Everybody's Birthday Party

The church celebrated everybody's birthday together with games, poems, songs, and food












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Three New Members Welcomed
Pastor Ken prays for our three new members during their commitment service. We welcome (from left to right)  Agnes, Jackie, and Beth













The Baptism of Beth
The church witnessed and rejoiced in the baptism of Beth this past week
















Pastor Appreciation Lunch
Teens and adults worked hard to make an incredible lunch for everyone to enjoy as we came together to celebrate the ministry of MHC









































Backyard Kid's Club Extreme
The church gathered at Adamstown YMCA as families came to experience slime making, volcano erupting, and singing out loud fun. 












Leadership Summit
Ministry Council President Randy Eshelman lead the group through the 1,3, and 5 year plans for Mohn's Hill. The leaders of MHC expressed excitement to watch as God GROWS our church







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Youth Group's Trip to Lake Tobias
The youth took an excursion to Lake Tobias to enjoy a hike, lunch, and the wildlife




















​Celebration Sunday
The congregation gathered to hear reports on Celebrate Reading, Bushkill Mission Trip, and Bob Pawling's Cuba Mission Trip











New Members
The church recently welcomed Gary and Donna Hettinger into membership. We welcome them to our family.











Volunteers Assist Bushkill EC
A group of Mohn's Hill volunteers traveled to Bushkill Falls to assist Bushkill EC Church convert an old bar into their new church building. Many thanks to all who helped


















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Adamstown Backyard Kids Club
In one week we have so much to celebrate! There were a lot of kids and adults from the communities as well as numerous churches who came together to learn about and celebrate that Jesus rescues.  We had so much fun and experienced so much.  We are praising God for all He continues to do!










Church Picnic 
Mohn's Hill celebrated Summer with its Annual Picnic. A great time of food, games, and fellowship (Pictured: a banana eating contest, bubble blowing relay, wheel barrel/watermelon challenge) 






























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The ministry of RVICS (Roving Volunteers in Christ's Service) presented their ministry to the men at the recent Men's lunch. The lunch included roast beef, mashed potatoes, and salad. 






​The church recently welcomed Bob and Sandy Storm into membership. We welcome them to our family.









Mohn's Hill recently held a Celebrate Sunday event which featured the incredible happenings on the Hill. Speakers included Mission Minded Kids (pictured), Pillars, GEMS, and the Youth Group






​Teresa Ogden conducted some fun games at the recent Ladies Brunch. The event included chicken cor-don blue, rice pilaf, and assorted desserts. The guest speaker for the event was Sarah Atwood






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The ladies GEMS ministry held a one day retreat featuring missionary Janice Stolfuz. The day included food, fellowship, and fun. 
























The church's annual Easter Egg hunt was a big success thanks to Mrs. Diane and her many helpers. 









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​​The children and adults gathered for the first "Feel the Thorns" Service which explained the crucifixion of Jesus. The children were also able to pet a baby lamb.






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​The church held its first chili cook-off contest on Saturday March 25. The contested pitted 10 people in a race to see who had the best chili recipe. Many congratulations to Bill and Shawnee who took home the prize (pictured with Pastor Ken and Teresa)
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Saturday, March 17th we took over the Adamstown YMCA for an eXtreme night of fun.  Adamstown Backyard Kids Club held an Extremely Eggciting Event!  I think everyone young and old had a blast.  There was a reverse Easter egg hunt, jelly bean creations to hold marshmallow peeps, games complete with droppings eggs plus much more, art creations including their own eggs and bunnies, and the kids even got to walk through the holy week story.  The night was full of lots of kids, lots of energy, lots of fun, and lots of love.  Jesus is alive!

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Kristina became the new newest member of the Mohn's Hill family. ​We welcome her into membership.






The church held a bridal shower for Justine and Aiden who will be married later this summer. 






​The Teens Class came together during Sunday School to paint an Easter themed picture. The picture, depicting the cross, is a reminder for all of the gift that Jesus is to us.


The children of Jordan and Claire were Presented before the congregation. In the service, the parents make promises, before the congregation, to raise their children in the Christian faith. In turn, the congregation makes promises to the parents to assist them. The wonderful celebration reminds us all that we are a community. 



The teen drama team performed a drama that reminded the congregation of the goodness that we should celebrate from God. The teens, led by Mrs. Vickie and Mrs. Ariana did a great job at helping us to be thankful.





Jordan and Claire became the newest members of Mohn's Hill EC Church. We welcome them to the family on "The Hill."





The Ladies group GEMS (Gathering, Mentoring, Encouraging, and Supporting) gathered for Choc-o-Fest in February. Loads of goodies and lots of fun were had by all that attended




The church gathered for breakfast at the quarterly Celebration Sunday Celebration. Guest speakers included April Matz, who discussed the upcoming BackYard Kid's Club, and Kid's Club Extreme, Kelly Beck, who discussed the ladies ministry known as GEMS, and Connie Eagelman who informed the gathering of the upcoming church event calendar.






​The Anderson Family became the
newest members of Mohn's Hill EC Church. Our church family is happy that they have joined us at "The Hill."  
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​The Ladies' GEMS group came together for an evening of fun, food, fellowship, and to create stockings for the Opportunity House of Reading. See our Calendar for future GEMS events

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​Members of Mohn's Hill met on the Saturday before Advent to decorate the church

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​While others worked outside cleaning, clearing and installing a new fence

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​The ladies gathered in October for a time of fun and pumpkin painting during the GEMS event. See our calendar for future GEMS events.

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​The teen youth group sold 167 dozen cookies to buy items for shoe boxes that were sent to Operation Christmas Child. The teens raised enough money to buy 57 shoe boxes and to pay for shipping. The family at Mohn's Memorial couldn't be prouder of our incredible kids.

Location

708 Mohns Hill Rd
​Reading, PA 19608

Services

Sunday School - 9:00am
Worship Service- 10:30am

Office Hours

Office Hours:
Monday 9a-1p
Tuesday 9a-1p
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 9a-1p
Friday Closed

Social

Phone

(610) 775-3667

Email

Church Secretary
Director of Children Ministries
Lead Pastor
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