Welcome to Our Church!
When you first walk through our doors it's hard not to notice the age and beauty of the building. In 2027 we will be celebrating our bi-centennial and it's plain to see that this congregation has loved and cared for its church.
As you mingle with the others arriving you'll be joining people who dress comfortably, stylishly or somewhere in between. They greet and talk to one another and there's lots of laughter. You'll see young children playing, and older children socializing. Check the bulletin boards and you'll see fliers for community activities and other events taking place at the church because this building is used by many groups.
During the service it will be affirmed that all are welcome and all are worthy. We are a Welcoming Congregation and celebrate the lives of all people; whoever they are, wherever they're from, and whoever they love.
When the service is over you are invited to join us for coffee hour. The china mugs and cloth napkins we use are the most visible evidence of our Green Sanctuary accreditation. We connect our spiritual practice with environmental consciousness and strive to create a sustainable lifestyle in harmony with the environment in all aspects of our church life.
Our congregation of over 120 members is thriving. The Circle Suppers, Adult Ed classes, Small Group Ministry, & Pre-school play groups help us maintain a sense of closeness even as our doors and hearts are opening to more people. We are a growing church seeking ways to deeply explore what is spiritual and ethical, to serve the community, and to live our beliefs in the world.
Weather Emergencies:
Sunday services will normally be held regardless of the weather, but please use good judgment when it may not be safe for you to travel to church. If a Sunday service will NOT be held, the decision will be made by 8 AM. We will e-mail members and friends and phone those who do not have e-mail. We will notify TV and MaineToday.com. Programs and meetings are much more likely than services to be cancelled. Please check e-mail or call the office before coming to a church event in severe weather. |
Sunday Service 10 a.m.
May 5: “Is There Only Us?”
Rev. David W. Chandler
No – not the metaphysical question, but the very practical one. Are we alone in the “UUniverse?” Big changes in our denomination; big changes at our District – what do they mean for us and for our congregation? Lemonade, anyone?
Church School
April 28: “Too Soon Old”
Rev. David W. Chandler
...and too late smart,” was what the Pennsylvania Dutch said. It’s true, but maybe there are things we can learn before we get there, or ways of understanding what we will at least need to know.
Church School
April 21: “Earth Sunday”
Rev. David W. Chandler, Green Committee, RE Committee
Our young people will lead our Green folks and Rev. David in honoring Earth Day, April 22. There will be special music, readings and a sermon on sprouting up. There will also be lots of planting and growing to celebrate our Green Sanctuary.
All Ages Service
April 14: “Composing a Requiem Mass”
Patricia Van Ness & Spiritual Services Committee
Patty says she “will be using both my music and thoughts to illustrate what I’ve learned from two periods of loss in my life.” She is Staff Composer, First Church in Cambridge, Congregational, and lives in Saco. The SSC will assist.
Church School
April 7: “Commitment Sunday”
Rev. David W. Chandler
“GROWING TIMES … SEEDS OF PROMISE" is our theme as we begin the Annual Pledge Drive with worship and music. A canvass Kickoff Brunch will follow after the service in the Parish Hall. Everyone welcome – no pledging, just food and fun.
Church School
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