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Community Matters: Meet the New CRC Director by Marty Trower

Many of us want to know about our new Chebeague Recreation Center director, and I’m pleased to introduce him to you. The easiest way to start is to say, okay, he used to be known as “Mr. Tammy Hoidal”—our kindergarten–2 nd grade teacher at the school for the past nine years. But since moving to the island last year, the couple and their three young children, Olin, Drew, and Wells, have gained a reputation for

Dave’s background is in business, and he sees the running of the Rec Center as an exciting challenge. He wants to continue to offer the many successful programs and maintain the existing facilities. The pool will always be the hub for summer fun and fitness. Volunteer Field will still be crawling with athletes conferring and zigzagging on the turf. This summer, junior golf classes will be running in conjunction with the Great Chebeague Island Golf Club. Tammy will be offering a tumbling and dance session, and the soccer program will be back once again. And keep an eye out for upcoming information on the ever popular Art, Farm, and Theater camps. Funding these regular and new programs is always a challenge, and here is where Dave sees his experience in business coming in and helping the big picture. The hardest part of any new endeavor is to be able to do your best and please your public. Dave says he is hoping that everyone will let him know about their needs and expectations for this great island facility.

inspiring an even more active atmosphere of physical activity on the island. Tammy has the kids gleefully running and tumbling in afterschool programs already! And now Dave, as the new director, will oversee our favorite programs and inspire new ones, keeping them as lively and fluid as possible.

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. Finding God in the Day to Day — What keeps you centered and grounded?What are you hungering for in your spirit? Pastor Melissa is available for on-going spiritual direction to help you in your spiritual practices and discern God’s movement in your life. Contact her at ml.yosuadavis@gmail.com or 207-846-4106 for more information or to schedule a conversation. Help the Food Pantry — Demand continues to be up for our food pantry. For a complete list of needs, contact the church office. We also accept financial donations. Drop off nonperishable goods in the Parish House in the back room. To donate perishable items, call 846-6987 or drop items off during office hours. Vacation Bible School Is Coming! — Stay tuned to our website and Facebook page for more details about our week-long, free summer program for kids of all ages, dates and times to be determined. Mechuwana Summer Camp — Pick up summer camp brochures in the entryway to the sanctuary! Mechuwana is a camp in Winthrop, Maine, affiliated with the United Methodist Church that is open to everyone, regardless of religious affiliation! A variety of camps are available for children and youth: arts, swimming, soccer, musical theater, and more! Scholarships are available; contact Pastor Melissa. Church Website — Be sure to visit our website for the most up-to-date information about the church. You can even give online through Paypal to support the ministry of this church in the community.We’re always grateful for the many ways you make the work of this church possible. 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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