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Chebeague United Methodist Church News

Chebeague United Methodist Church Worship: Sundays at 10:00 a.m. Office Hours: Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Contact us at chebeagueislandumc@gmail.com or at 207.846.6987 www.chebeagueumc.org

We want to stay in touch with you! We have a new e-mail newsletter that will share stories and memories and let you know what is happening in your community church throughout the year. Want to be on our list? Email us at chebeagueislandumc@gmail.com and we’ll be sure to sign you up, or visit our website to connect with us. Islands Helping Islands: Aid for Puerto Rico — Many thanks to the Hall and everyone who

raised funds to help Puerto Rico after last year’s hurricane Maria. Together, we raised $600 for the United Methodist Committee on Relief, an organization in which 100% of donations go directly to aid efforts. UMCOR is oftentimes the first on the scene when disaster strikes because of the network of thousands of United Methodist Churches and ministries.

Guatemala Lunch and Presentation — Continuing our journey around the world, through Works of Grace, Polly Wentworth and Peter Carleton are headed to Guatemala at the beginning of April on a medical mission trip. On Sunday March 4 following worship, we’ll eat some traditional Guatemalan fare in the Parish House and hear about Guatemala and the work of Salud y Paz. Come learn how we can help people in the Mayan villages of Guatemala gain access to education and health care. There will also be supplies that we can send with Peter and Polly on the trip; stay tuned for more details!

New Weekly Bible Study Sundays at 9:00 a.m. — Join us for a weekly Bible Study in the Parish House before SundayWorship, beginning March 4! We’ll have light refreshments and discussion around passages from the Bible. Bring your questions, your experiences, and a willingness to engage in conversation. All are welcome!

Food Pantry Donations Needed! — With this particularly difficult winter, the food pantry is in need of an extra boost of donations—of both food and financial support. We look to supply a variety of foods to those in need and gift cards for grocery items that are more challenging to keep on hand. You can drop off donations in the Parish House. For a more specific list of needs, contact Jen Corson, our food pantry coordinator.

EASTER AND HOLY WEEK SERVICES

Palm Sunday: Sunday March 25 at 10:00 a.m. —The day we remember and celebrate Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem and the beginning of his final days of ministry on Earth. Maundy Thursday: Thursday March 29 at 7:00 p.m. —We remember the servanthood of Christ and his Last Supper. Good Friday Tenebrae Service: Friday March 30 at 7:00 p.m. —We journey with Jesus over his last few hours on Earth with this service of light into darkness.

Easter Sunday: Sunday April 1 —Easter Sunrise service on the East End at 6:00 a.m., with a light, informal, potluck-style breakfast to follow at the Parish House. Easter Worship service at 10:00 a.m. in the sanctuary. Easter Flower Forms —Easter flower forms will be available in various spots around the island next month. Forms are due on Friday, March 30. Flower drop off is Saturday March 31 between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. For questions, contact the church office at 846-6987. Know that the doors of this church are always open. When the world is heavy and you need a quiet space to pray, meditate, read, or simply be, the sanctuary is available for you.

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MARCH 2018 CHEBEAGUE ISLAND COUNCIL CALENDAR