To know Christ and make Him known
216 Wagner St.
​Lehighton, PA  18235
Telephone:  610-377-1696
E-mail:  peoplesec@gmail.com
Pastor Michael Coulson
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8:30 a.m.
Contemporary  Service
  • Contemporary music
  • Live music every other week
  • Relaxed atmosphere
  • 1 hour service
  • Monthly communion - 1st Sunday of every month
  • Children's Nursery​​
9:30 a.m.
Adult Sunday School
10:30 a.m.
Family Style Service 
  • ​Traditional hymns
  • Children's message
  • Relaxed atmosphere
  • 1 hour service​
  • Monthly communion - 1st Sunday of every month
  • Children's nursery
3:30 p.m. (on COVID break)
Servicio Engelistico with Pastor Axel 
(Spanish service with Pastor Axel translated live into English)
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This week at People's E.C.  
(Feb. 21 - 27, 2021 )

Sunday, Feb. 21
     8:00 a.m. - Contemporary Service
     10:30 a.m. - Traditional Service
Tuesday, Feb. 23 
     9:00 a.m. - Prayer Meeting
Wednesday, Feb. 24 
     1:00 p.m. - Mid-week Bible Study
     8:30 p.m. - Online Bible Study (John)
Thursday, Feb. 25
     12:20 p.m. - Coffee & The Cross (at  
                             Barn Door Pizza)
     7:00 p.m. - Praise Band practice
Saturday, Feb. 27
     2:00 p.m. - NEW Children's Ministry    
       Event: Do You Want to Build a
       Snowman?  (scroll for more
​       information)
Our Mission
The Mission of the People's E.C. Church is to be used by God to build people of christ-centered character, a congregation dedicated to Christ and a community showing the love of Christ.


Weekly Challenge
Read the lion chaser's manifesto and pray that God shows you the lion you are meant to chase!
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Church COVID-19 regulations
In light of recent announcements from the state, we strongly encourage the wearing of masks during the services unless medical conditions prevent you from doing so. The latest announcement from the state did not provide clarification for religious services like those in the past and we want to be obedient to God’s Word:  Romans 13:5 - "Therefore, it is necessary to submit to the authorities, not only because of possible punishment but also as a matter of  conscience".
  • The pastor and worship leaders will take off masks only when on the platform. This will be done to aid those who are hearing impaired and require the reading of lips to be able to follow what is being said.
  • We will continue with our moving forward to a more normal style of worship with taking the offering, children's ministries, and communion. With wearing masks and the encouragement for all of you to bring your own bread, I believe we can safely allow those who wish to participate in communion the opportunity to do so. We will have wafers packaged in individuals bags for anyone who forgets their bread and would like to still participate. For this month, I will personally pass out communion so there is only one person doing it. 
I want to make it abundantly clear that no one should feel pressured to do anything they are not comfortable with doing yet whether it be taking communion during the church service or attending in person. Everybody has different situations regarding their own health, the health of those they live with, and the health of those they work with so gentleness, kindness, and grace will guide our thoughts and actions. God knows our hearts and our desire to grow in our relationship with Him.
I know how to respond to COVID-19 is a polarizing issue. My prayer is that we would keep our eyes focused on the Lord, on the calling that He has given each one of us, and the desire that He has for each one of us to grow in grace and knowledge in our relationships with Him.
Mark Your Calendar!  Upcoming Events/Ministries at People's E.C. 
  • Click HERE to view all the Calendar of Events.
Children's Ministry Event:  
Do You Want to Build a Snowman?
Saturday, February 27, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at the church (216 Wagner Street, Lehighton PA  18235)

God made YOU unique!  Just as He designed every snowflake, He made you perfectly detailed for His purpose!  Come learn about God's amazing design and will for your life as we fellowship together.  Crafts, snack and songs!  Free!  All are welcome!
NEW Bible Study (Virtual)
1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month at 6:30 p.m.
​Facilitator:  Laura Coulson
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Anyone is welcome -  1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month. 

This study will be a time of fellowship and growth in Christ for young adults in the community. Snacks will be provided, and there will be NO homework! We have enough that life expects of us.
Emily P, currently in graduate college as a teacher in training, will be here for childcare in the next room. She is happy to help your children with homework for the evening.
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Please invite your friends! Young marriages/parents need to get in the habit of putting God first in their arduous routines. Only He can provide the peace, love, and forgiveness we need to navigate life and make more disciples for His kingdom.
To join in simply click on this link to join the Bible Study at the starting time: https://zoom.us/j/6103771696 and use 040420 as the password.
You can you the existing camera and microphone in your laptop, a webcam and microphone plugged into a desktop, or by using the mobile app!
If you have any questions just call the church at 610-377-1696 and we will walk you through what you will need to do!​
Live ONLINE (Virtual) Bible Study
Every other Tuesday at 8:30 p.m.
Facilitator:  Pastor Mike Coulson


We know there can be many obstacles standing in the way between you and a Bible study so we are going to do out best to clear some of them out of the way. Every other Tuesday at 8:30 p.m. we have a live Bible study online through Zoom. We study the Bible together live and from each of our homes through video conferencing to eliminate the need for finding a babysitter or driving at night. We are currently studying the Gospel of John!
To join in simply click on this link to join the Bible Study at the starting time: https://zoom.us/j/6103771696 and use 040420 as the password.
You can you the existing camera and microphone in your laptop, a webcam and microphone plugged into a desktop, or by using the mobile app!
If you have any questions just call the church at 610-377-1696 and we will walk you through what you will need to do!​
Are you interested in serving in any of the ministries listed below?  If so, please click HERE to complete form and Pastor Mike will contact  you.  
  • Hospital meals - Are you willing to prepare and deliver a meal for members in need after hospitalization?
  • Family Promise - Individuals are needed to assist in meals, sleeping over night, etc.​
Staying up to date
​Don't have Facebook but want to stay up to date with everything at People's E.C.?  There are a number of great ways to do that!  Along with our website that has upcoming events and ministries, live services and uploaded (archived) services, you can receive the bulletin through email each week.  If you would like an electronic copy please contact Pastor Mike through email or telephone.  
Help us to be good stewards of God's creation and get a new bench to use during our Smores and More events!  Just bring in any of the items in the picture (clean and dry) to church with you and place in the bin that we have labeled and if we collect 500lbs before September, Trex will give us a new bench that we can use to sit around the fire pit all summer cooking smores!
  • Our next opportunity of baptisms - Click HERE to let Pastor Mike know you are interested.