“Tip or No Tip, That Is the Question”
Dear Church Family,
I hope you had a blessed week.
By God’s grace and through your love and support, my family and I enjoyed a very meaningful week at Living Waters—just before our big transition begins in a few days.
The weather was beautiful, and one special highlight was riding a banana boat together. Before boarding, the guide asked us, “Tip or no tip?” In other words, “Do you want a calm, steady ride—or a fun, adventurous one where you might fall into the water?” Without much hesitation, we said, “Tip ride, please!”
At first, we were nervous. It was exciting, but also full of unknowns. And yes—we were all tipped into the water! But we were safe. We had life jackets. Lifeguards and helpers were nearby. What could have been frightening turned out to be a joyful, memorable adventure.
In Chinese, the word crisis (危机) is made up of two characters: one meaning danger, the other opportunity. That’s how we feel about the days ahead. Many have asked us, “How will you serve four churches?” The honest answer is—we don’t fully know yet. Like the “tip ride,” there are unknowns. We feel both anxious and hopeful.
But we are not alone. We have the Good Shepherd—He goes before us, and He walks with us. And because of Him, we can say with confidence, “It is well with my soul.”
This Sunday (June 29 at 10 AM) – Celebration Worship
All three churches will gather together at Houlton UMC to celebrate Jesus with joyful worship. Highlights include:
Combined Pick-up Choir
Children’s Handbell Choir
Special Music by Rue and Nell
Farewell Message from Pastor Joyce
After the service, we’ll share a Love Feast Potluck Luncheon. Please come and celebrate with us!
Coffee Hour Update – Houlton UMC
Starting in July, Coffee Hour will move to before worship, from 10:15 to 10:45 AM. Worship will still begin at 11 AM.
This small change gives us space to enjoy warm fellowship first, then enter worship with fresh hearts and minds—and still return home a bit earlier. We'll try this rhythm through July and August, and adjust as needed.
Happy Birthday!
June 27 – Susan Boyd
July 1 – Bella Alexander
July 4 – Sue Brown
July 5 – Karen Hardy
Happy Anniversary!
July 2 – Andy & Bonnie Anderson
Ministry & Mission (M&M) Calendar
June 28 – Admin Council [HT], 9 AM
June 28 – Dale Thibodeau’s Graveside Service @ Evergreen, 2 PM
June 30 – Community Chorus [HT], 6:30 PM
July 1 – Cluster VBS Planning (Zoom), 7 PM
July 2 – Admin Council [HD], 4:15 PM
July 2 – 7:30 Prayer [HT or Zoom], 7:30 PM
July 9 – The Good Book Club @ Co-Op, 9 AM
July 10 – July Outing at the Lake (TBD), 1–3 PM
August 16 – One-Day VBS
Prayer List
Dennis Anderson, Nathan Anderson, Janie Andrews, Bob & Jo-Ann Barton, Carolyn Benn, Debbie & Anthony Benn, Blanchard family, London Booker, Reita Briggs, Sue Carr, Lorinda Cushman, Duane Eldridge, Foley family, Ann Folsom, Jack Galda, Brian Ketchum, Austin McAfee, Jean Merritt, Beverly Nickerson, Richard Sherwood, Dotty Smith, Tina Smith, Mark and Abby Swallow, John Trask, Melanie Wilson, Debbie Wordwell, Karen Young
Thank you for riding this “tip ride” with us. It is a joy and an honor to serve alongside you on this journey of faith. Have a great weekend. See you Sunday!
Pastor Victor
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