At Maple Grove United Methodist Church, we cherish the spirit of community. We invite you to join us for our uplifting Sunday service at 11:00 AM. Experience a warm and friendly atmosphere where everyone is embraced as family. He Spreads the snow like wool and scatters the frost like ashes. Psalm 147:16 Facebook Page WHO WE ARE "‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.’ The second is this: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no commandment greater than these.” - Mark 12: 30-31 Welcome to Maple Grove United Methodist Church! We have a long tradition in our community of being there for others as well as for neighbors from all around the world. We have a heart for service and provide all ages with tools and opportunities to grow in faith. OUR HISTORY WHAT WE BELIEVE THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH WHAT TO EXPECT ON SUNDAY We typically hold a traditional worship service on Sunday mornings with a mixed, inter-generational congregation. We occasionally hold special presentations of music, missionary speakers, and children's programs. FIRST VISIT TIME AND LOCATION Sunday Worship at 11:00am Worship is held at our location in Pikes Creek , PA. 5876 Main Road, Hunlock Creek, PA 18621 DIRECTIONS AND CONTACT IMPACT MISSIONS In cooperation with Heros Hearthstone, church and community volunteers assembled 264 Blessing Bags to be distributed to the homeless and those in need. At Maple Grove UMC, we have a heart for missions, following Jesus' teachings to love and care for others within our community and the world. IMPACT MISSIONS Check out what's happening this month! CONNECT WITH US You can find us on social media! Check out the links below:

HALL RENTAL Hall Rentals can be made by calling 570-477-5216 Check the calendar below to see if your date is available. Maple Grove United Methodist Church 5876 Main Road Hunlock Creek, PA 18621 Policy and Guidelines for Use of the Church Hall and Pavilion (Effective March 1, 2023) The following outlines responsibilities of Organizations or Individuals renting the Maple Grove UMC Hall and Pavilion: • Organization using the Church facilities are to leave it as clean as or cleaner than it was found. • There will be no access to the Sanctuary or classrooms. • Equipment may not be removed from the church. • We do not rent tables or chairs. • Equipment is to be returned to its original location. • Materials and supplies are to be provided by the organization leaders (or individuals) • All users are expected to do their clean up. This includes brooming/vacuuming/mopping of floors and clean waste from the bathrooms. • Decorations will be limited to tabletop or freestanding. Nothing is to be attached to the walls. • NO alcohol is permitted on church property. • No smoking in the church facility • No blocking of rear right of way • Rental Fee is $150.00 per function for Hall and Pavilion with an additional charge of $50.00 for use of kitchen. This is the amount for members and non-members of the Church. A Non-Refundable deposit of $75.00 is to be made at the time of application of rental. Balance is due 2 weeks prior to the function date. • All payment is to be in the form of a check, made out to Maple Grove United Methodist Church. • A designated member of the church will make an inspection of the areas to determine if any damage has been incurred, and the renter has properly cleaned up, The inspection will occur after the function is over. If excessive damage is found, the Organization/ individual renter will be billed for replacement/repairs. Date Request Made/Deposit: ___________Date of Hall/Pavilion Rental: ____________ Signature of Organization/leader/individual: __________________________________ Address:____________________________________________Phone#___________ Approved by:________________________________Date Approved______________ Facilities inspected by:_________________________Passed Y_______ N__________ Comments:____________________________________________________________

Our History Welcome to Church! Maple Grove United Methodist Church – named for the grove of maple trees in the local area. Almost two centuries ago, our spiritual forefathers gathered in our community, forming a group known as the Society. In 1873, through the contributions of this community, a plot of land was deeded to the society for the price of $1. This land soon became incorporated as ‘The Maple Grove Episcopal Church” - the early beginnings of our church. In 1877, the sanctuary to our church was built at a cost of $2000. A parsonage was added in 1879 at a cost of $1200. Over the years, the interior has changed, but the spirit of the people remains one of faith, hope, and love. Initially, in 1914, the church expressed a need for a fellowship hall and horse and buggy sheds. The goal was soon realized, and the following years were filled with much activity in the hall – lively music, talent and drama productions, ice cream socials, and revival meetings. It was in the 1960s, as the United Methodist denomination formed, the church officially became Maple Grove United Methodist Church. However, in 1968, a new hall was started and rededicated by Rev. William M. Rosser – for whom the new hall was named – through the gifts of the congregation. This new hall was finished in 1970. Further additions and renovations were made by Joseph C. Martin and aided by Harold Cornell, Howard Piatt, Carl Remley, Russell Walters, Frank Moyer, and Kenneth F. Williams. These additions included four classrooms, a choir room, a dining hall and kitchen, two restrooms, and a furnace room. These are all parts of the church body, and a lot of them still exist today in 2025, even if they go by different names. The Maple Grove United Methodist Church will be celebrated 150 years in 2024. There has been a lot of activity in these walls, and you are now invited to be a part of it. We welcome you to Maple Grove United Methodist Church!

GIVING In order to keep up with today's technology, we have a new electronic donation tool called Tithe.ly. And it's super easy to get started! To give here online, click the button below. Give with Tithe.ly To give on your phone, please go to the iTunes or Google Play store on your device and install the Tithe.ly app. The app will automatically find churches near you, or you can search for Maple Grove United Methodist Church - just be sure to select our church in Hunlock Creek, PA. Once our church is selected, click "Give Now" to get started. If you have any trouble giving online, or on your phone, please contact us through our Facebook page or email maplegrove5876@gmail.com and someone will help you out. UMC Market Help Maple Grove United Methodist Church every time you shop online, it's all free and so easy to be socially-conscious. The stores make this possible because they want you to like them and shop at them over and over again. There are 1829 socially-responsible stores helping to make donations happen. To learn more or sign up now, use this link below. SHOP

FIRST VISIT When attending our traditional worship service, you can expect: A casually dressed and welcoming congregation Ample parking and handicap accessible entrances All volunteers who work within our congregation meet Safe Sanctuary guidelines. Coffee Fellowship after worship CONTACT/CONNECT

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CONTACT AND CONNECT Maple Grove United Methodist Church 5876 Main Road Hunlock Creek, PA 18621 Phone: (570)-477-5216 For prayer requests, please send a message to our prayer team at the email listed below. Email: maplegroveumc5876@gmail.com Pastor: Daniel Havrilla Office Hours: Fridays 9AM-12PM or by appointment Follow Us on Social Media!

The United Methodist Church Maple Grove is a United Methodist Church and part of the Susquehanna Conference. To learn more about the United Methodist Church, our conference and what they believe, click on the links below. UMC.org Conference Website Mission Central

IMPACT MISSIONS The Impact Team provides opportunity for a variety of ministries throughout the year, supporting individuals in our faith community and the community at large. Examples of our ministries include: Prayer Shawl Ministry Prayer Text Chain Card Ministry Mission Central Bandages for Ukraine Assistance to local Community with warm clothing and hot meals Emergency needs given to fire victims Assisting Hero's Hearthstone in food redistribution and Blessing Bags for Veterans Assisting families with children with gifts and food at Christmas And wherever there is a need

What We Believe We believe: In a loving God that has created and is present throughout the universe and is revealed in history. Evil exists in the world and a belief in Jesus Christ and a growing faith life is the solution. Sin exists as a universal human condition and should be addressed and confessed. Jesus Christ came both as a human and a divine expression of God and, though innocent, suffered a single sacrificial death for the sins of the world. The Church, in all of its expressions, provides us with an opportunity to develop and practice our faith and engage the community in acts of mercy and love to those in need. The Bible is the revealed Word of God and contains guidance and inspiration for our lives. And as believers, though there are life questions that remain unanswered, we acknowledge the mystery of things beyond our current understanding and we have the hope that they will be revealed.

Mission Follow us as we follow Jesus Vision We desire to be known as followers of Jesus by showing love to one another. OUR HISTORY WHAT WE BELIEVE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH