BULLETIN

Please find our weekly announcements and offerings report below.

August 16, 2026

“This hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast, and which enters the Presence behind the veil, where the forerunner has entered for us, even Jesus, having become High Priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek.”
~ Hebrews 6:19-20 ~

Announcements

Bible Study
Men’s and Ladies’ Bible studies will be starting up again in September. Signups are on the Wall. If you have any questions, see Pastor Mark (for Men’s), or Paula (for Ladies’).

Annual Church Picnic August 23rd 12:00 p.m. (no early arrivals)
Join us for our annual church picnic at 401 Woodside Rd., Brunswick (the Dionne”s). Paper goods, condiments, hamburgers, and hotdogs will be provided. Bring your lawn chair, sunscreen, a dish to share, and your own drinks, (i.e. lemonade, iced tea, soda, bottled water). Bring a towel and bathing suit if you plan to swim (there is an in-ground pool). Sign up on the Wall to attend. If you have a pop-up canopy to lend, please let John or Alison know. If you have any questions, see Robin Walls.

Operation Christmas Child
Shoeboxes are available for you to take home and fill with goodies, or if you would rather, simply bring donated items in and leave them in the collection box. Pamphlets with suggested items are available on the display in the foyer.

Pastor and Paula will be on vacation from the 8th – 22nd. The office will be closed. If you have a need, please call a deacon or call the church and leave a message on the deacon voicemail.

Sermon

“Focus” – 1 John 2:15-27
James Clarkson

Weekly Meetings

Sunday
Morning Worship 9:30 a.m.

(In Person & Facebook Live)

Prayer Meeting 4pm

Weekly Giving 08/09/26

Weekly: Budgeted $5,672.28

YTD: Budgeted $177,738.63

Weekly: Received $4,478.00

YTD: Received $168,332.18

Additionally: Sunday School $6.00

VBS $75.00

Weekly Attendance 08/09/26

Morning Worship 62

Sunday School 12

Prayer Meeting 0

Senior Advice

Helping seniors throughout Maine Many aging adults are unaware of the available care options and programs that can help them maintain their independence and quality of life. So we created a free resource that provides comprehensive information on topics like financial support and assisted living options that are available in their area. You can read more about our work here: https://www.senioradvice.com/assisted-living/main