| Date | Time | Event | Additional Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, May 11 | 9:00 am | Yoga | |
| 10:30 am | Rainbow’s End open | ||
| 1:00 pm | Holiday Fair Meeting | ||
| Sunday, May 12 (Mother’s Day) | 8:30 am | Early Worship in the Sanctuary | Live stream available on Facebook |
| 10:00 am | Worship in the Sanctuary and Sunday School | Live stream available on YouTube | |
| 5:30 pm | Youth Group | ||
| Monday, May 13 | 9:00 am | Lend-a-Hand | |
| 6:00 pm | AA Meeting | ||
| 7:00 pm | Men’s Study Group | ||
| Tuesday, May 14 | 9:00 am | Yoga | |
| Wednesday, May 15 | 10:30 am – 3:00 pm | Rainbow’s End open | |
| 12:30 pm | Bridge Group | ||
| 7:00 pm | Narcotics Anonymous | ||
| Thursday, May 16 | 9:00 am | Yoga | |
| 10:00 am | Bible Study | ||
| 10:30 am – 3:00 pm | Rainbow’s End open | ||
| 2:00 pm | Chair Yoga | ||
| Friday, May 17 | 10:00 am | Al-Anon | |
| 10:30 am – 3:00 pm | Rainbow’s End open | ||
| Saturday, May 18 | 9:00 am | Yoga | |
| 10:30 am – 3:00 pm | Rainbow’s End open | ||
| Sunday, May 19 | 8:30 am | Early Worship in the Sanctuary | Live stream available on Facebook |
| 10:00 am | Worship in the Sanctuary and Sunday School | Live stream available on YouTube | |
| 12:00 pm | New Members Luncheon | ||
| 3:30 pm | Esprit | ||
| 5:30 pm | Youth Group |
Worship with Us!
Sunday, May 12, 2024, Mother’s Day
8:30 am or 10:00 am (Sunday School at 10:00 am)
Scripture: Acts 9: 36-43, 2 Timothy 1:3-14, John 19:25-27
Sermon: Fanning the Flame of Faith!
Recalling your tears, I long to see you so that I may be filled with joy. I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first dwelt in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am convinced is in you as well. For this reason, I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you….- 2 Timothy 1:4-6
Please submit prayer requests here or call Pastor John 508-451-5858 or Mary Anne Farley (774) 487-0719.
Hannah Wolfe to sing at both services on Mother’s Day. Hannah is the granddaughter of Richard and Heather Wolfe. She is a captivating soprano renowned for her fierce stage presence and delicate musical interpretation. Her impressive backgraound and musical achievements are outlined in an insert in Sunday’s bulletin. She thanks the church and her grandmother, Heather Wolfe, for encouraging her to sing for you all on Mother’s Day!
Get Involved!
Pentecost Sunday, May 19, we will be welcoming our new members to the church. There will be a meeting of potential new members on May 1 at 6:30 pm. Join us in person or through Zoom and let Pastor John know if you are going to attend 508-451-5858.
The Plant Sale was a success! All your hard work paid off! We raised over $3,000.00
Housing Assistance Walk for Hope is on May 19 at 1:00 pm. We are putting together a group to join the walk. Let Pastor John know if you want to participate. 508-451-5858.
Blessing of the Animals on Sunday, June 9 at 1:00 pm in the Outdoor Chapel. (Rain or Shine) Bring you pets or our love of those gone by and we will thank God of all of them.
Come to Bible Study! You are cordially invited to our weekly Bible Study, held every Thursday at the church from 10 am to 11 am, where we examine the scriptures for the coming Sunday. This Sunday, we will reflect on a passage from Mark 8, where Jesus teaches us the paradox of gaining life by giving it up for His sake and the gospel.
We are Always Seeking Greeters and Ushers: Anyone interested in speaking, greeting or ushering, please give Mary Ann Farley a call. (774) 487-0719. If you are interested in singing in our choir group, please call Daniel Shinabarger at 857-919-023
Interested in joining the Choir? If you are interested in singing in our choir group, please call Daniel Shinabarger at 857-919-0238.
Children/Youth Choir: Rehearsals: After the 10 am service
Christmas Fair Workshop! You are invited! A fair workshop will be held in the Annex every Tuesday from 9:00 – 12:00. We begin on Tuesday, May 7th. Every week we will work on craft items to sell at our holiday fair in November. If you can hand sew, sand wooden items, paint wooden items or glue, you can join us! The coffee will always be on….Join me on May 7th, ready to work. Please bring any nifty craft ideas that you might have seen this winter in your travels – ornaments or holiday decorative items. See you next month!
Questions or comments?? Please Call Sue DeMartino 508-648-4844
Calling all crafters! Join us for the Mid-Summer Craft Fair at the United Methodist Church in Osterville on July 27, 2024. 
Date: July 27, 2024
Great deal! For just $60, you’ll get a table, chairs, and lunch included! Plus, you have the option to set up indoors or outdoors – it’s your choice!
Get more details and sign up HERE 
Hurry! Space is limited, and we’ll be accepting applications on a first-come, first-served basis. We’ll also be mindful of the types of crafts to ensure variety.
Set-up for the fair: Friday night: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM or Saturday morning: 6:30 AM – 8:45 AM
This event is a fundraiser for the United Methodist Church in Osterville, so expect a delicious luncheon, baked goods for sale, and our own table of craft items. Thank you for your support! We can’t wait to see your creations at the Mid-Summer Craft Fair!
Committed to Serve—You are Making a Difference
Foster Families Program, sponsored by the Cape Cod Council of Churches. This is the new program in which our church is participating.”
On Saturday afternoon, May 11th, there is going to be a Self-Care Workshop for the Foster Parents and Liaisons so our own Foster Mon will benefit. The Liaisons are putting together nine special bags, one for each of the Foster Parents. We need the congregation’s help providing these items no later than Wednesday, May 8th. Please look at the list below, and if you are able to purchase any or all of one of these items, please call Patty Morell (703-725-2773) before you make your purchase. Then Patty can let you know what has already been promised.
NEED 9 OF EACH ITEM:
- Bath bomb or shower steamer
- Beauty facial mask
- Nail polish
- Hand or body lotion
- Foot cream
- Night sleep mask
- Milk chocolate (Dark can prevent some people from getting to sleep.)
- Lip balm
- Cozy ultra soft socks
- Satin pillowcase
Food Pantry: Many thanks Church Family, for your donations of protein rich food in April! We are still collecting the following for both men and women homeless Veterans: new socks and T-shirts, any color – sizes S, M, L and XL. In Honor of Mothers’ Day during the month of May we are collecting specific items for A Baby Center (ABC), so please stay tuned and watch for a sign on the Food Pantry cupboard! Happy Mother’s Day in Advance from the Outreach Committee to all Moms, Single Dads, Grandparents, Teachers, and to Everyone Who Loves Children!
Prayer Shawl Ministry Meetings in the parlor the 1st Sunday of each month between services from 9:30 – 10:00.
Coffee Hour Donation Basket There is a basket on the coffee hour table should you wish to make a contribution towards our supplies. Thanks so much to those dedicated volunteers who bake and shop, set up and clean up!
Holiday Fair Costume Jewelry The red jewelry box is back on the table next to the solarium exit. We are again collecting jewelry for our Attic Treasurers jewelry room at our Holiday Fair. Thanks for your donations.
Miracle Kitchen
- Needs help preparing sandwiches, salads, and desserts for the monthly luncheon.
- Contact: Patty Kilmain at 617-894-4858.
Altar Flowers
- To donate flowers for the altar, sign up on the bulletin board by the restroom in the solarium and leave a form for Jane on her desk.
- Arrangements are $50.00.
Spring Yard Sale Donations
- Spring is here! Joyce Bartlett is joining Priscilla Tinsley at the Annex on Tuesdays from 9 am till 12 pm to accept donations for the upcoming yard sales this spring and summer. Our first yard sale of the season is scheduled for Memorial Day Weekend on Saturday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. If you have any questions, just give either Joyce 508-221-5751 or Priscilla 978-337-0408 a call.
Rainbow’s End Happy Spring Everyone! We are now accepting spring and summer fashions:
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- Ladies:
- Short sleeve and long sleeve button shirts
- Dresses
- Spring sweaters and knits
- Shorts
- Scarves
- Hats
- Shoes
- Pocketbooks
- Jewelry
- Accessories
- Men’s:
- Long and short sleeve button down shirts
- Izod shirts
- Golf shirts
- Shorts
- Belts
- Shoes
- Lightweight jackets
- Hats
- Bowties
- Ladies:
- Household items:
- Lamps
- Artwork
- Glassware – sets of 4, 6, 8, etc.
- Lunch and dinner plates, sets only of 4, 6, 8, etc.
- Small area rugs
- Small tables
- Linens
- Tablecloths
- Collectables
- The ever popular “dustables”
- Thank you in advance for your donations. Looking forward to seeing familiar faces and new faces! If you haven’t been in to your shop, please stop by for a smile, a chocolate, and maybe a treasure.
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 May. It is a time to extend our warmest wishes and share in the joy of their special day. This May, we have the following members celebrating their birthdays:
| Name | Birthday |
|---|---|
| Kim Carey | 5/1 |
| Mandy Carlozzi | 5/1 |
| Tim DeLong | 5/3 |
| John Greene | 5/3 |
| Trish Schoenherr | 5/5 |
| Paul Gannett Jr. | 5/6 |
| Sarah Carlozzi | 5/7 |
| Sharon Kaczmarczyk | 5/9 |
| David Eaton | 5/10 |
| Connor Sargent | 5/10 |
| Anna Smille | 5/10 |
| Richard Wolfe | 5/10 |
| Adelaide Norenberg | 5/12 |
| Amelia Norenberg | 5/12 |
| Keith Lovelette | 5/13 |
| Anna Lovelette | 5/15 |
| Melanie Denbow | 5/20 |
| Ted Eaton | 5/23 |
| Daniel Bartlett | 5/26 |
| Misti Hedges | 5/28 |
| Amy Norenberg | 5/29 |
| Sharron Riedell | 5/29 |
| Debbie Gannett | 5/30 |