| Date | Event(s) |
|---|
| Saturday, January 3 | 9:00 am – OA Group |
| Sunday, January 4 | 8:30 am – Early Worship (Sanctuary; live stream on Facebook) 9:30 pm – Prayer Shawl Ministry 10:00 am – Worship in the Sanctuary and Sunday School (live stream on YouTube) |
| Monday, January 5 | 9:00 am – Lend-a-Hand 7:00 pm – Men’s Study Group |
| Tuesday, January 6 | 10:00 am – Men’s Fellowship Group 10:30 am – Miracle Kitchen 4:00–6:00 pm – Calling Hours for Sharron Riedell |
| Wednesday, January 7 | 10:30 am–3:00 pm – Rainbow’s End Open 11:00 am – Memorial Service for Sharron Riedell 7:00 pm – Church Council Meeting |
| Thursday, January 8 | 10:30 am–3:00 pm – Rainbow’s End Open 6:00 pm – Esprit Yoga |
| Friday, January 9 | 10:00 am – Al-Anon 10:30 am–3:00 pm – Rainbow’s End Open 6:00 pm – Esprit Players |
| Saturday, January 10 | 9:00 am – OA Group 10:30 am–3:00 pm – Rainbow’s End Open 3:00 pm – Cookie Exchange |
| Sunday, January 11 | 8:30 am – Early Worship (Sanctuary; live stream on Facebook) 10:00 am – Worship in the Sanctuary and Sunday School (live stream on YouTube) |
Epiphany Sunday – January 4, 2026
8:30 AM – Early Worship (live stream on Facebook)
10:00 AM – Worship in the Sanctuary & Sunday School (live stream on YouTube)
Sunday School takes place during the 10:00 AM service.
Sermon: In Need of Epiphanies!
Sacrament of Holy Communion
Scripture Readings: Ephesians 1: 17-19, 3: 1-12, Matthew 2: 1-12
I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better. I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in his holy people, and his incomparably great power for us who believe. – Ephesians 1:17-19
Worshipping online? Access our bulletin HERE.
Prayer Requests
We warmly welcome your prayer requests. Please submit them here or contact Pastor John at (508) 451-5858 or Mary Anne Farley at (774) 487-0719. Or go to this link SUBMIT PRAYER REQUESTS
Featured News
Save the Dates!
- January 7, 2026 —Church Council Meeting at 7:00 pm in the Solarium. The Zoom Meeting ID 844 2073 4553. Passcode 060 368
- January 10, 2026 — Cookie Swap in Fred Curtis Hall, 1:00–3:00 PM
- January 23, 2026 — Pot Luck Supper
- February 8, 2026 — Sonshine Sunday
- February 18, 2026 — Ash Wednesday Soup & Bread Supper
Get all the details of the Cookie Swap HERE
Read an Impact Report on Alternative Giving for Christmas here!
📌 Not Getting the Tidings Email? Check This First
If you’re not seeing the Tidings in your inbox, please:
- Check your Spam, Junk, or Promotions folder and move it to your Inbox.
- Mark the message as “Not Spam” (or “Report as not junk”).
- Add our email address to your contacts/address book.
- Let the church office know if you’ve recently changed your email address.
We recently made some changes to how we send out Weekly Tidings and moved to a new platform. We’re hopeful this will resolve the delivery issues we’ve been experiencing.
If you are still not receiving Weekly Tidings, please let us know so we can follow up and make sure you’re connected. Weekly Tidings is usually sent out every Saturday morning by 9:00 am.
The 2026 Pledge Campaign
Any last-minute pledges are still being accepted. Just turn them into Jane in the office. Many thanks to everyone who pledged! — The Stewardship Team
Looking for New Board Members for United Women in Faith
We are seeking new board members to join our team! If you are interested, please reach out to one of our current board members: Alice Murphy, Linda McKeown, Lois Taylor, Julie Immelt-Wheldon, Mary Beth Taylor, Jackie Schrafft, Sue Wiper, or Kate Edwards.
“The prayers of a righteous person are powerful and effective.” – James 5:16
All are invited to take part! Prayer changes everything! “Be anxious for nothing—Pray about everything.” – Philippians 4:6
Everyone is invited to take part in OUMC’s Prayer Ministry. Prayer is a gift for all people and has the power to make a difference in countless ways.
Prayer Box in the Narthex
A prayer box has been placed in the narthex at church. You are welcome to write down your prayers on the prayer cards provided and place them in the box.
🙏 Lifting Up Prayers Together
You are also encouraged to visit the church, reflect on the prayers that have been submitted, and lift them to God in the sanctuary.
Prayer Cards from Rainbow’s End Thrift Shop
Prayers collected from our thrift shop, Rainbow’s End, will also be added to the church’s prayer box, ensuring that all requests are held in prayer by our community.
Rainbow’s End Update
Rainbow’s End is getting a face lift. New front windows are being installed and hopefully it will reopen Wednesday January 7 at 10:30 am till 3:00 pm
Support Rainbow’s End! Shop Hours & Donations Rainbow’s End is normally open Wednesday through Saturday, 10:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Have gently loved treasures you no longer need? Donations are welcome any time when the shop is open, until 2:00 PM. Thank you for supporting the shop—we can’t wait to see you soon!
🙌 Opportunities to Serve
🥫 Food Pantry Collection 🥫
For January we will be collecting soup. Thank you for your continued support.
🍽️ Miracle Kitchen Needs You!
Miracle Kitchen Needs You Help prepare sandwiches, salads, and desserts for the monthly luncheon. Contact Patty Kilmain at 617-894-4858.
🧶 Prayer Shawl Ministry
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
Coffee Hour Donation Basket: Contributions towards supplies can be made at the coffee hour table.
🌸 Donate Flowers for the Altar
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.
Volunteers Always Needed! Speakers, Greeters & Ushers
If you are interested in serving as a speaker, greeter, or usher, we would love to hear from you! Please reach out to James Tinsley and Heather Wolfe.
Fellowship Opportunities for You!
| Activity | Details |
|---|---|
| 🌍 Holy Land Trip – February 17, 2027 | Pastor John and Mary Beth have booked a Holy Land Trip departing February 17, 2027! There’s plenty of time to pray, plan, and prepare for this unforgettable journey through the sacred sites of the Bible. If you’re interested or would like more details, please contact them. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to walk in the footsteps of faith. |
| 🎶 Choir | Interested in joining? Contact Daniel Shinabarger at 857-919-0238. |
| 🧘 Mindfulness Chair Yoga | Thursdays at 2:00 PM. All levels welcome. Contact Karen Cheromcha at 508-397-7938. |
| 🙏 Online Prayer Group | Email Mary Anne at booklover126@comcast.net to join. |
| ✨ Youth Group | Sundays, 5:30–7:00 PM. |
| 📖 Bible Study | Thursdays, 10:00–11:15 AM. Pastor John leads a discussion on the scripture for the upcoming Sunday. Available on Zoom (Meeting Code: 753843). |
| 🤝 Men’s Fellowship | Tuesdays, 10:00–11:15 AM. All men are welcome. |
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 November. It is a time to extend our warmest wishes and share in the joy of their special day. This November, we have the following members celebrating their birthdays: NOTE: If you do not want your birthday listed, please email sonja@ostervillechurch.com
🎂 Wish Someone a Happy Birthday! Make Their Day
| ame | Birthday |
|---|
| Rebecca Mincieli | 1/1 |
| Robert Douglas | 1/2 |
| Kristen Kaczmarczyk | 1/3 |
| Al Narbonne Jr. | 1/6 |
| Katherine Arvanitis | 1/12 |
| Bill Cutcliffe | 1/12 |
| Amanda Hough | 1/13 |
| Ashley Sullivan | 1/13 |
| Trace Schrafft | 1/17 |
| Nancy Lloyd | 1/18 |
| Ed Deyton | 1/23 |
| Ashlynn Hough | 1/23 |
| Brendon Hough | 1/23 |
| Elizabeth Arvanitis | 1/27 |
| Michael Barrows Jr. | 1/27 |
| Laurel DeLong | 1/29 |