Life Together - Oct 10

 

Peace to you. 

I hope you are doing well.

The other day, I had the opportunity to visit Liz Taylor, a beloved member of Houlton UMC. Though she didn’t recognize who I was, she remembered every lyric of her favorite hymns. Together, we sang “Love Divine, All Loves Excelling,” “Spirit Song,” and “Lord, You Have Come to the Lakeshore”—songs she used to sing in beautiful alto harmony. I went to encourage her, but as I left, I realized that I was the one uplifted.

Even though Liz may not remember us by name anymore, the love of Christ still reaches her heart—through Nell’s weekly harp visits, the Women’s Group’s caring visits, and Bob’s comforting quilt blanket. Each simple act of love brightens her day—and ours too.

In the same way, this past Sunday Roberta and Sharon, our friends from Gardiner, joined us for worship at Houlton. Joyce saw them again during her Bible study at Gardiner this morning, and they shared how last Sunday’s service and fellowship were the highlight of their week. Truly, it was a mutual blessing—their joy and hunger for God lifted our spirits as much as we hoped to encourage them.

As a family church pursuing intergenerational ministry, we recognize that seniors in our community are an important part of our mission field. We are looking for a few “angels” who can offer a ride to some of our Gardiner friends who wish to join us for Sunday worship. If you’re able to help, please let Linda Maraya or me know.

Thank you for being part of our beloved community.

Have a joyful weekend, and see you Sunday!

In Christ's love,
Pastor Victor

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🤝 Outreach Opportunities

Monthly Mission Project

In October, we support Bridge to Hope, which helps local families in the County undergoing cancer treatments by assisting with travel, lodging, gas cards, and related expenses. The Cancer Awareness Walk will be held this Saturday, October 18, at Houlton Riverfront Park at 10:00 AM.

Lending Library & Food Pantry (Hodgdon UMC)

Hodgdon UMC is launching a new outreach: a Lending Library & Food Pantry! As a pilot, the church will open Saturdays 10 am-12 pm with coffee and refreshments, where neighbors can borrow books, pick up food, and enjoy fellowship.

🎃 Pumpkin Party for Kids!

Join us for a Pumpkin Party on Saturday, October 18, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at Wilderness Pines Campground! We’ll enjoy a fun afternoon filled with a scavenger hunt, games, and snacks. Everyone will meet in the Houlton UMC parking lot at 12:30 PM before heading out together. Bring a friend and join the fun! Please RSVP to Pastor Victor (538-0778).

 

Life-Together Group Update

Our study on 1 Corinthians has begun! All are welcome to join anytime!

©      Hodgdon: Wednesdays at 3:15 pm at church

©      Houlton: Tuesdays at 10 am at church (women)

               Fridays at 10 am at the Gardiner

©      Mars Hill: Wednesdays at 10 am at Anderson’s

 

Happy Birthday!

Oct 13 Carolyn Benn               Oct 15 Al Higgins

Life Review Project – “Faithbook”

God’s grace is like a diamond’s facets—we see His glory through each person’s story. You can read these stories at: faithbook2025.blogspot.com

 

🐾 Updated Dog Policy

We love the joy pets bring, but only officially trained service animals (with vest or harness) are allowed inside our church buildings. Thank you for understanding!

 

Worship Servants

		Hodgdon	Houlton	Mars Hill
Oct 12	Greeter	Duane & Bonnie Quint	Bob Lyons & Jerry Wilson	Children & Youth
	Liturgist	Jill Quint	Marion Collins	Bonnie Anderson
	Coffee Hour		Linda Maraya
Oct 19	Greeter	Jacob Lilley & Collin Lilley	Marion Collins & Sharon Lyons	Children & Youth
	Liturgist	Donald Metzger	Linda Maraya	Dale Blanchard
	Coffee Hour	Paula & Perry Lilley	Wang Family & Victor Han

  

Ministry & Mission (M&M) Calendar

©      Oct 12: Community Chorus [HT], 12:30–2:30 PM

©      Oct 14: Women of Witness [HT], 10 AM

©      Oct 14: Together Tuesday [HT], 3:00–4:15 PM

©      Oct 14: Staff Parish Relations Com [HD], 9 AM

©      Oct 15: Backpack for Kids [HT], 9 AM

©      Oct 15: Life-Together Group [MH], 10 AM

©      Oct 15: Administrative Council [MH], 11:15 AM

©      Oct 15: Life-Together Group [HD], 3:15 PM

©      Oct 16: Community Handbell Choir [HT], 3:15–4:15 PM

©      Oct 17: Gardiner Bible Study, 10 AM

©      Oct 17: Senior Meals [HT], 11:30 AM

©      Oct 17: Lend A Hand Supper [HD], 4–6 PM

©      Oct 18: Bridge to Hope Cancer Walk [HT], 10 AM (walk)

©      Oct 18: Pumpkin Party for Kids,

             Wilderness Pines Campground, 1–3 PM

©      Oct 19: Laity Sunday; Family Worship [HD]

©      Oct 19: Greeter Refresher Training [HT], 12 PM

©      Oct 19: Gardiner Music Service, 2 PM

©      Oct 28: Women of Wonder [HD], 3 PM

©      Nov 9: Cluster Music Service [HT], 3 PM

©      Nov 30: Combined Service [MH], 10 AM

 

Prayer List

Dennis Anderson, Nathan Anderson, Janie Andrews, Bob & Jo-Ann Barton, Debbie & Anthony Benn, London Booker, Reita Briggs, Sue Carr, Lorinda Cushman, Duane Eldridge, Ann Folsom, Jack Galda, Heidi Geishecker, David Guy, Brian Ketchum, Austin McAfee, Jean Merritt, Beverly Nickerson, Richard Sherwood, Carol Sloat Smith, Dotty Smith, Tina Smith, Mark and Abby Swallow, Liz Taylor, Melanie Wilson, Debbie Wordwell, Richard & Donna Wolverton, Karen Young, Kailynn