| Date | Event(s) |
|---|---|
| Saturday, March 28 | 9:00 am – OA Meeting; 9:00 am – Yoga; 10:30 am – 3:00 pm – Rainbow’s End open |
| Sunday, March 29 (Palm Sunday) | 8:30 am – Early Worship (Live stream on Facebook); 10:00 am – Worship & Sunday School (Live stream on YouTube); 4:30 pm – Confirmation Class; 5:30 pm – Youth Group |
| Monday, March 30 | 9:00 am – Lend-a-Hand; 6:00 pm – AA Meeting; 6:30 pm – Esprit Players; 7:00 pm – Men’s Study Group |
| Tuesday, March 31 | 9:00 am – Yoga; 10:00 am – Men’s Fellowship Group; 5:30 pm – Spanish Class; 6:30 pm – Book of Acts Lenten Session (Zoom ID: 89449810587, Password: 754974) |
| Wednesday, April 1 | 10:30 am – 3:00 pm – Rainbow’s End open; 12:30 pm – Bridge Group; 1:15 pm – Chair Yoga; 7:00 pm – Narcotics Anonymous |
| Thursday, April 2 (Maundy Thursday) | 9:00 am – Yoga; 10:00 am – Bible Study; 10:30 am – 3:00 pm – Rainbow’s End open; 3:30 pm – Welcome Committee Meeting; 6:00 pm – Bread & Soup Supper; 7:00 pm – Maundy Thursday Litany of Nails Service |
| Friday, April 3 (Good Friday) | 9:00 am – 3:00 pm – Sanctuary Open for Prayer; 10:00 am – Al-Anon; 10:30 am – 3:00 pm – Rainbow’s End open |
| Saturday, April 4 | 9:00 am – OA Group Meeting; 9:00 am – Yoga; 10:30 am – 3:00 pm – Rainbow’s End open |
| Sunday, April 5 (Easter) | 6:30 am – Sunrise Service (Joshua Pond); 8:30 am – Early Worship (Live stream on Facebook); 10:00 am – Worship & Sunday School (Live stream on YouTube); 11:15 am – Easter Egg Hunt |
Gather in Worship
Palm Sunday Worship – March 29, 2026
8:30 AM – Early Worship
Live Stream on Facebook
10:00 AM – Worship in the Sanctuary & Sunday School
Live Stream on YouTube
Sermon
Hosanna! Save Us!
Pastor John Wesley Taylor
Scripture
Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29, Matthew 21:1-11
A very large crowd spread their cloaks on the road, and others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road. The crowds that went ahead of him and that followed were shouting, “Hosanna to the Son of David! Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest heaven!” – Matthew 21:8-9
Worshipping online? Access this Sunday’s BULLETIN HERE.
Procession of Palms: Children will meet with Pastor John in the Narthex during the passing of the peace, and with other adults, they will process in with the palms during the opening hymn Hosanna, Loud Hosanna. We will then bless the palms and distribute them throughout the congregation.
Prayer Requests
Prayer is powerful, and we are honored to pray with you.
Submit your prayer request online HERE or contact:
Pastor John – 508-451-5858
Mary Anne Farley – 774-487-0719
Featured News
Acoustic Early Spring Coffeehouse
Our acoustic coffeehouse this past Monday night was a great time, bringing people together for an evening of music and good company. It was a relaxed, welcoming night that everyone seemed to really enjoy!
Thank you to everyone who came out and took part, and a special thanks to Brian, Janet, and Daniel for sharing their music and helping make the night what it was.
Easter and Maundy Thursday Services
All are warmly invited to join us as we observe Holy Week and celebrate Easter together.
Maundy Thursday Service – Bread and Soup Supper at 6:00 PM
Thursday, April 2 • Service at 7:00 PM
Easter Sunday Services
Sunrise Service – 6:30 AM at Joshua’s Pond
Sanctuary Worship – 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM
Come celebrate the joy of Easter morning as we gather in worship, reflection, and fellowship.
Prepare for the Season
Easter Egg Hunt Donations Needed
We are collecting plastic Easter eggs for our youth group to fill with candy for the Easter Egg Hunt following the 10:00 AM Easter Sunday service. Donations of wrapped candy to place inside the eggs are also welcome.
Please leave eggs and candy in the box outside Heather’s office by 5:00 PM on March 29.
If you know a family who might enjoy celebrating with us, please invite them to our 10:00 AM Easter service and stay afterward for the Egg Hunt. There will be plenty of eggs and treats for all to enjoy.
Lenten Bible Study – The Book of Acts
Tuesdays at 6:30 PM
Join us as we continue our Lenten journey through the Book of Acts, exploring the early church, the power of the Holy Spirit, and the bold faith of the first followers of Christ. All are welcome to come, learn, and grow together.
Serve with Purpose
Annex Donation Drop-Off
The Annex will be open to receive donations for the Spring 2026 Yard Sales on Tuesdays from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and Wednesdays from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Community members are invited to bring gently used items to help support the upcoming sales.
For questions or more information, please contact Priscilla Tinsley at 978-337-0408.
Running for a Cause
Please support Diane Huban as she runs the Boston Marathon on behalf of FamilyAid.
FamilyAid is a Boston-based nonprofit providing wrap-around services to families experiencing homelessness, helping them build long-term stability and independence.
Diane’s fundraising goal is $10,000.
Donations may be made online:
https://givengain.com/project/diane-raising-funds-for-familyaid-boston-114397
Cash or checks (payable to Diane Huban) may also be dropped off at the church.
To ensure Diane receives credit, please donate directly through her fundraising page.
Blessing Bags for Veterans Ministry
Blessing Bags for Don Douglas’s Veterans Ministry will be dedicated on Easter, April 5. If you would like to contribute, please sign up on the bulletin board outside Heather’s office.
The bags we assembled last year were deeply appreciated, and we hope to continue this meaningful effort.
Items needed:
• Travel-size toothpaste
• Toothbrushes
• Small tissues
• Wet wipes
• Small deodorants
• Granola bars
• Encouraging notes
Sign up outside Heather’s office if you would like to contribute.
Lend a Hand
Mondays at 9:00 AM
Volunteers are always welcome.
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.
Connect in Community
Men’s Fellowship Group
Tuesdays at 10:00 AM
Thursday Bible Study
Thursdays at 10:00 AM
Discussion of the upcoming Sunday’s scripture. Also available on Zoom. Meeting Code #434 999 5831.
Youth Group
Sundays, 5:30–7:00 PM
Choir
Contact Daniel Shinabarger – 857-919-0238
Mindfulness Chair Yoga
Thursdays at 2:00 PM
Suggested donation: $10
Vacation Bible School 2026
August 17–21, 2026
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Ages 4 (potty trained) through 5th grade
Theme: Rainforest Falls — Exploring the Nature of God
Please consider volunteering and sharing your gifts with the children of our community. See Pastor Rebecca for details.
Ongoing Ministries & Support
Aptil Food Pantry Collection
For April we will be collecting pasta. Thank you for your continued support.
Rainbow’s End Thrift Shop
Open Wednesday–Saturday
10:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Donations are accepted during open hours until 2:00 PM. Come see our new front windows and browse the latest treasures.
Wheels for Zeb
Drivers are needed to bring Zeb Olsen to the 10:00 AM service.
Please sign up in the church office.
Barry Jones Henry (Brookdale) would also appreciate a ride to the 10:00 AM service.
Thank you for helping ensure everyone can participate in worship.
April Birthdays
| Name | Date |
|---|---|
| Kiran Denbow | 4/3 |
| Gale Greene | 4/3 |
| Ayden Edwards | 4/11 |
| Ryan Hough | 4/14 |
| Luann Narbonne | 4/20 |
| Carolyn Reid | 4/20 |
| Brooklyn Nabhan | 4/21 |
| Tyler Allen | 4/26 |
| Jessica Meyer | 4/29 |
| Emma Eichner | 4/30 |
If you prefer not to have your name included on the birthday list, please contact the church office.
