Mark Your Calendars!
| Date | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday, February 1 | 10:30 am – 3:00 pm | Rainbow’s End open |
| Sunday, February 2 | 8:30 am | Early Worship (Live stream available on Facebook) |
| 9:30 am | Prayer Shawl Ministry | |
| 10:00 am | Worship in the Sanctuary and Sunday School (Live stream available on YouTube) | |
| 5:30 pm | Youth Group | |
| Monday, February 3 | 9:00 am | Lend-a-Hand |
| 6:00 pm | AA Meeting | |
| 7:00 pm | Men’s Study Group | |
| 7:00 pm | Bright Promises Board Meeting | |
| Tuesday, February 4 | 10:00 am | Men’s Fellowship Group |
| 10:30 pm | Miracle Kitchen | |
| Wednesday, February 5 | 10:30 am – 3:00 pm | Rainbow’s End open |
| 12:30 pm | Bridge Group | |
| 7:00 pm | Narcotics Anonymous | |
| Thursday, February 6 | 10:00 am | Bible Study |
| 10:30 am – 3:00 pm | Rainbow’s End open | |
| 2:00 pm | Chair Yoga | |
| 3:15 pm | Welcome-Hospitality Committee Meeting | |
| Friday, February 7 | 10:00 am | Al-Anon |
| 10:30 am – 3:00 pm | Rainbow’s End open | |
| Saturday, February 8 | 10:30 am – 3:00 pm | Rainbow’s End open |
| Sunday, February 9 | 8:30 am | Early Worship (Live stream available on Facebook) |
| 10:00 am | Worship in the Sanctuary and Sunday School (Live stream available on YouTube) | |
| 4:00 pm | Mission Trip Meeting at Houghs’ home (All are welcome) |
Worship with us!
Sunday, February 2, 2025
Join us at 8:30 am or 10:00 am in our Sanctuary
Sermon: Falling in Love with the Word of God | Part 2 – Pastor John Wesley Taylor
Scripture: Isaiah 55: 8-11. Hebrews 4:12-13 Isaiah 40:8. John 14:25-27
Sacrament of Holy Communion
(Sunday School at 10:00 am)
Please submit prayer requests here or call Pastor John 508-451-5858 or Mary Anne Farley (774) 487-0719.
Featured News
Sunday, February 9 is “Sonshine Sunday.” Just what we need to wash away the winter blues. Wear your brightest, most colorful clothing to church!
Join us for the Winter Blues Dinner 2/12! Please sign up to join the dinner at Amari restaurant 679 Main Street Sandwich on Wednesday, February 12 at 5:00 pm.
🎉 In Case You Missed It: Exciting News from the Stewardship Team! 🎉
We are overjoyed to announce that we have surpassed our 2025 Pledge Drive goal of $242,000! 🙌 This milestone is a testament to the unwavering faith and generosity of our congregation. Thank you for making such a profound difference in the life of our church! Your dedication fuels our mission and strengthens our community. To God be the glory! As Philippians 4:13 reminds us, “We can do all things through Christ who strengthens us.” 💖 Let us continue this journey together, inspired and united in Christ! – The Stewardship Team 💒✨
There will be an introductory Vacation Bible School meeting for anyone interested in volunteering or learning more about it. It will be on Monday, February 10th from 4:30 to 5:30 pm. Anyone of any age is welcome! If you have any questions, contact Pastor Rebecca at 508-776-1374.
Help Zeb get to church! Zeb Olsen who lives on Buckskin Path in Centerville needs a ride to the 10:00 am service on Sundays. If you can help by giving him a lift, that would be great. Give the office a call 508-428-2811 if you can assist.
The Annex will be open on Tuesdays from 9:00 am till 12:00 pm and on Wednesdays from 10:00 am till 1:00 pm to accept donations for the upcoming yard sales in the spring of 2025. Any questions, please call Priscilla Tinsley 978-337-0408.
Bright Promises: Supporting Our Deployed Military Personnel – Bright Promises is collecting goods to send to deployed military personnel this holiday season. We are seeking donations of: Hand warmers, Nature Valley Peanut Butter Granola Bars, Body Wash, Body Lotion, Hand Lotion, Chewing Gum. A collection box is located in the Solarium. Your generosity makes a difference. Thank you for helping us bring comfort to those serving far from home.
Rainbow’s End Shop Hours & Donation Information Rainbow’s End is open Wednesday through Saturday, 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM Donations: Treasures you no longer need can be dropped off anytime the shop is open until 2:00 PM on days that we are open.
Anyone interested in speaking, greeting or ushering, please give Mary Anne Farley a call. (774) 487-0719. If you are interested in singing in our choir group, please call Daniel Shinabarger at 857-919-0238.
Miracle Kitchen Needs You Help prepare sandwiches, salads, and desserts for the monthly luncheon. Contact Patty Kilmain at 617-894-4858.
UMC-Osterville Prayer Shawl Ministry: Meets the 1st Sunday of each month from 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM in the Solarium (October to June). All are welcome. Let us know if someone is in need of a prayer.
Coffee Hour Donation Basket: Contributions towards supplies can be made at the coffee hour table.
Donate Flowers for the Altar: If you would like to donate flowers for the altar, please sign up on the bulletin board by the restroom in the solarium and fill out a form for Jane. Leave it on her desk. The arrangements are $50.00. You may leave a check with your order or drop one off when convenient.
Fellowship Opportunities for You!
- Men’s Fellowship: Every Tuesday from 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM. All men are welcome.
- Bible Study: Thursdays from 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM. Pastor John will go over the scripture for the following Sunday. This meeting is available on Zoom. Meeting Code #434 999 5831.
- Youth Group: Sundays from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM.
- Online Prayer Group: Email Mary Anne at booklover126@comcast.net to join.
- Book Group began again on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. We are discussing Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt.
- Mindfulness Yoga: Thursdays at 2:00 PM. All levels are welcome. Contact Karen Cheromcha at 508-397-7938.
- Choir: Interested in joining the choir? Contact Daniel Shinabarger at 857-919-0238.
- Children/Youth Choir Rehearsals: After the 10:00 AM service.
PS: If you need help with small jobs at home like moving a piece of furniture changing high light bulbs, replacing smoke detector batteries, please feel free to call the church office to inquire about getting help.
Make Someone’s Day! Wish Them A Happy Birthday!
As we gather together for another month of worship and fellowship, we are also delighted to celebrate the birthdays of our beloved members born in the month of February It is a time to extend our warmest wishes and share in the joy of their special day. This February, we have the following members celebrating their birthdays:
| Name | Date |
|---|---|
| Claire Haworth | 2/2 |
| Rachel Nabhan | 2/2 |
| Michael Murphy | 2/5 |
| Richard Weir | 2/7 |
| Leann Arvanitis | 2/10 |
| Melanie Davis | 2/10 |
| Mary Ellen Nelson | 2/10 |
| Marnie Sonnabend | 2/10 |
| John Mincieli | 2/11 |
| Alexander Nabhan | 2/11 |
| Emmy Shea | 2/16 |
| Brett Sullivan | 2/19 |
| Heather Ogonowsky | 2/22 |
| Lillian Werzanski | 2/25 |
| Joyce Bartlett | 2/26 |