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The parable of the found quarter.Thirty-five years ago the Fabulous Judester and I hid a quarter under a rock the evenin...
09/07/2026

The parable of the found quarter.

Thirty-five years ago the Fabulous Judester and I hid a quarter under a rock the evening we were engaged on top of Cadillac Mtn. Each year around our anniversary date we go back to the top of Cadillac to find our quarter, which we did this past Friday. As we hold the quarter each year, we reminisce about all that’s happened since we got hitched three and a half decades ago. As you might imagine, the quarter is valuable to us, and well worth the trip and hike to find it. The quarter, despite its relatively low monetary value, is a treasure to us.

There are parables about lost coins, sheep and other objects in scripture which remind us of the value placed on us by the one who cares for us most. The value of our quarter on top of the mountain pales in comparison to your intrinsic value, spoken of again and again through the words of Christ, the incarnation of our Creator.

If you’re feeling a bit lost and devalued as we begin this new week together, take heart dear friend. You are being sought, you will be found. Because you are a treasure worth finding.

Monday blessings,
Steve

Hello Friends-In order to keep the meeting time consistent in light of other events happening at church in September/Oct...
09/06/2026

Hello Friends-
In order to keep the meeting time consistent in light of other events happening at church in September/October, our study group will meet Thursday mornings at 10am, with Tai Chi meeting right after at 11:05.
Thanks for rolling with the flow—-we have a busy church!
So: Study group ("Embracing the Uncertain" books by Magrey deVega are in the church office) will take place Thursday mornings at church at 10am beginning September 17th, then again Thursday evenings at 7pm on Zoom. A third option: at Corinth UMC Wednesday mornings at 9:30am starting on September 16th.
Looking forward to our time together!
Steve

09/06/2026

FUMC-Bangor Service for September 6, 2026

For those of you joining us online at 10:30 Sunday morning, here’s our bulletin. It’s Labor Day weekend! What events t...
09/04/2026

For those of you joining us online at 10:30 Sunday morning, here’s our bulletin. It’s Labor Day weekend! What events triggered this holiday, and when did it begin? Our sermon is titled “Labor of Love;” we will tie-in scripture readings from Ecclesiastes 2:10-11, Psalm 127:1, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-7, and Matthew 11:28-30.
The children’s message will feature some toothpaste! Learning, laughter, warm fellowship, inspiring music, and the sacrament of communion---all waiting for you Sunday morning. We will share "Holy Donuts" refreshments after worship. Looking forward to our time together!

Welcome, Announcements

Call to Worship
Leader: We gather together to celebrate a love for us beyond measure, made known to us in the teachings of scripture.
All: As we gather, we set aside that which clutters our hearts and minds, so we may better sense God’s presence and direction. May it be so!

Words of Confession and Assurance
Leader: We are filled with joy when we are faithful in loving God and neighbor. Yet we acknowledge those times we have not shared the light of Christ as we are called to do. We repent of our unfaithfulness.
All: "For you, Lord, are good, and ready to forgive, and abundant in lovingkindness to all who call upon you." We are thankful for your faithfulness to us. Amen. (Psalm 86)

Hymn: He Leadeth Me: O Blessed Thought

For the Young at Heart

Music Ministry:

Old Testament Reading: Ecclesiastes 2:10-11, Psalm 127:1
Epistle Reading: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-7
Gospel Reading: Matthew 11:28-30

Sermon: “Labor of Love”

Hymn: Leaning on the Everlasting Arms

Holy Communion (UMH 13)

Pastoral Prayer

Offering Prayer
Leader: In your hands, investments of our time, talents and treasure are used to answer prayers through the ministries of our church.
All: Bless our offerings; we will praise your name for transformed lives and circumstances. Amen!

Hymn: Great is Thy Faithfulness

Special Music: Bob & John

Benediction (Jeff F.)

A genuine blessing to be sharing time with church leadership at a retreat this evening to celebrate the past year, while...
09/02/2026

A genuine blessing to be sharing time with church leadership at a retreat this evening to celebrate the past year, while solidifying plans for what’s ahead. Thankful for these leaders!!

REMINDER: Men's Breakfast Group will meet at Dysart's on Broadway this Saturday (Sept. 5th) at 7am. Looking forward to ...
09/02/2026

REMINDER: Men's Breakfast Group will meet at Dysart's on Broadway this Saturday (Sept. 5th) at 7am. Looking forward to it!

Have you noticed?Signs of changing seasons showing up these days, eh? Interesting to hear reactions from folks as they ...
09/02/2026

Have you noticed?

Signs of changing seasons showing up these days, eh? Interesting to hear reactions from folks as they spot our changing leaves, like this one next to our driveway. Some lament and moan, as the changing colors signify the beginning of the end for our weeks of summer. Others celebrate as they enter their “favorite time of the year!” Whether your mood is worsened or improved by these increasingly noticeable signs, there’s not stopping it---a change of season is ahead. Much like our lives.

Like it or not, our lives are always moving forward into and eventually, through new seasons. New, happy experiences, sometimes sad, difficult ones. Despite the challenging changes, there is a constant. Joshua 1:9 reminds us: "Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”

If there is some fret in your heart as you spy signals of changing seasons in your path, may the promise of this consistent, sacred, holy presence bring comfort and confidence as you journey forward.

Wednesday blessings,
Steve

During our vacation last week, we spent some evenings sitting around a fire. Have you noticed what happens when a group...
08/31/2026

During our vacation last week, we spent some evenings sitting around a fire. Have you noticed what happens when a group of folks sit around a fire? I couldn’t help but observe transformation taking place. Cell phones went away, everyone watched, even stared at the flames. A peaceful, contemplative presence came upon us, all because we paid attention to the fire.

We are reminded often in scripture of God’s presence being represented by flame and fire. Moses and the burning bush, Israelites in the wilderness following pillars of flame, the Day of Pentecost serve as a few examples.

I wonder, what would happen if each day, we focused on signs of God’s presence in front of us, much like sitting around a fire at night? Couldn’t these signals of sacredness cause us to put our cell phones down, become contemplative while considering how we might experience and share peace with each other? Wouldn’t paying attention to holiness around us inspire personal and therefore, societal transformation?

Let’s discover where we may encounter the Divine during the days of this week, shall we?

~Steve

08/30/2026

FUMC-Bangor Service for August 30, 2026

Address

703 Essex Street
Bangor, ME
04401

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 12pm
Tuesday 9am - 12pm
Wednesday 9am - 12pm
Thursday 9am - 12pm
Friday 9am - 12pm
Sunday 8:30am - 12pm

Telephone

+12079459567

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