It’s that time again everyone, and to make light work for everyone we could really use your help! We want to make the kids feel like they are really at camp, so to transform the church we need YOU!

 We will get together on Wednesday, July 29th from 2-4 & Saturday August 1st from 1-3 to paint murals and props for Vacation Bible School. Then on Sunday, August 2nd Directly after the Worship Service we will hang all of our decorations and transform the church into SonRock Kid Camp, so it will be all ready Monday Morning when the kids arrive.

 If you want more information please email Maggie in the church office at Bothbaybaptistchurch1@myfairpoint.net

VBS IS  MONDAY AUGUST 3RD-FRIDAY, AUGUST 7TH

 FROM 9 A.M. TO NOON.

SO SAVE THE DATES!

This year the kids are attending SonRock Kid Camp!!! The coolest camp ever! Adventureous games, creative crafts, delicious snacks at Hungry Bear Lodge, Bible Stories and much more!

If you have a child between the ages of 4 years and entering 6th grade please contact us to pre-register your child(ren).

We look forward to seeing you!

You are invited to help David & Janice Lombard celebrate their 50th Wedding Anniversary on Saturday, August 8th from 2-5 p.m. It will be an open house in the Boothbay Baptist Church Fellowship Hall.

Boothbay Baptist Buzz

THIS WEEK’S NEWS

Sue Burge, Communications Coordinator,  welcomes your announcements until Thursday at noon.  Thanks! 

Phone:   633-7049  or   e mail to:   vanmanbill@roadrunner.com

Contact Information for Interim Pastor:  Rev. Stuart (Stu) Taylor   (wife – Anita)                                                                      

Email:  fstaet@suscom-Maine.net

 Phone:  207-729-5460  Cell:  207-449-8711

Church Secretary:  Maggie Brown  –  Office hours:  Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fri 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

 and Wed 11 – 1 p.m.

You may reach Maggie at: 633-7378 or email at  boothbaybaptistchurch1@myfairpoint.net

                   Week of July 5 – July 12, 2009

TODAY

Today is the final day to sign-up at the food donation poster for our 200th Anniversary Summer Celebration.   How can you help us?    

 

MEETING TODAY FOR ALL HELP TEAMS FOR THE 200TH CELEBRATION:  There will be a short meeting following worship today – for all who are helping with the 200th Anniversary Summer Celebration.    Food Team Set Up Team, Breakdown Team,, Children’s Games Team, Grillers – Tent Set-up .    Please gather at the front of the sanctuary – I promise not to make this lengthy.    Sue Burge, Event Coordinator

 

OFFICIAL INVITATION TO MEMBERS AND FRIENDS OF BOOTHBAY BAPTIST CHURCH

200th ANNIVERSARY SUMMER PICNIC CELEBRATION

NEXT SUNDAY – JULY 12th – 9:30 a.m.

The second in a series of three history-making celebrations for the church’s 200th Anniversary   

 

ARRIVAL TIME:    Please arrive at church by 9:30 a.m. and park in the lower parking lot…..Greeters will be outside directing you to the grassy area in front of the church where we’ll await the arrival of very special “VIP’s”    Bring Cameras!!  Don’t be late………

IMPORTANT INFO:  If you are bringing salads, fresh fruit,  canned soda, please bring in your own cooler with your name and name of food taped on top.   Bring your cooler to the Food Team under the tent then proceed immediately to front of church.

Special surprise arrival of VIP’s will begin at 9:45 a.m.

Worship begins immediately following the arrival and seating of the VIP’S!!!????

A summer picnic will take place under the BIG tent following worship.      

Musicians will perform following the picnic and, for the children – a big inflatable and organized kid’s games will be going on behind the church on the field.  

All we need from you is a food donation – please visit the sign-up sheet today and help us tie up this one big loose end – FOOD!! 

If you have any questions you may contact Event Coordinators, Maggie Brown in the church office – 633-7378  or Sue Burge – 633-7049   In case of rain – the celebration will go on with some changes

THERE WILL BE NO SUNDAY SCHOOL ON JULY 12th!!

 

 

 

 

LIGHTS OF LOVE Blanket Ministry – The handmade blankets that we displayed in church several weeks ago have been delivered to our contact person with Project Linus.   We have been informed that all of the fleece blankets are being delivered to a crisis center in Brunswick.   The quilts may be coming back to Boothbay to the Healthy Kids Program for local children in crisis.

 

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Organizational Meeting – Tuesday, July 7th,  10 a.m. in

Fellowship Hall.   This meeting is for everyone who has committed to help in any way.  If you have been thinking about helping with VBS this summer, please come hear all about it.

Any questions, please see Doris South, Coordinator.

 

Quarterly Business Meeting:  Scheduled for July 15th, 7 p.m. following Dare 2 Care

Prayer Meeting.

 

CHANGE:    The Pray Family Dedication will take place on Sunday, July 19th.

 

Guest Preacher – Sunday, July 26th, Rev. Jim Beliasov will bring the message.

 

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL IS COMING –  August 3 – 7th

Get the kids geared up for SonRock Kids Camp!!

The coolest camp ever!   Adventurous games, creative crafts, delicious snacks at Hungry Bear Lodge, Bible stories and much more. 

 

The Third and Final Celebration for our 200th Anniversary will take place during worship on Sunday, September 20th.    Guest speaker will be Dr. David Midwood, former President of Vision New England.   Following worship we’ll gather together for lunch in Fellowship Hall.

 

For anyone who has a crisis, needs prayer or spiritual guidance you may call the Elders of the Church listed below.

Sam Michael, Chair -  633-2060                           Jason Schlosser – 633-3263             

Doug Wood – 529-6323

Ray Christy  -              633-9872                           Paul Golden       – 633-7664

 

 

We are currently celebrating our 200th Year!!!

 Mark Your Calendars and get your cameras ready!!!

OFFICIAL INVITATION TO MEMBERS AND FRIENDS OF BOOTHBAY BAPTIST CHURCH

200th ANNIVERSARY SUMMER PICNIC CELEBRATION

NEXT SUNDAY – JULY 12th – 9:30 a.m.

The second in a series of three history-making celebrations for the church’s 200th Anniversary   

 

ARRIVAL TIME:    Please arrive at church by 9:30 a.m. and park in the lower parking lot…..Greeters will be outside directing you to the grassy area in front of the church where we’ll await the arrival of very special “VIP’s”    Bring Cameras!!  Don’t be late………

IMPORTANT INFO:  If you are bringing salads, fresh fruit,  canned soda, please bring in your own cooler with your name and name of food taped on top.   Bring your cooler to the Food Team under the tent then proceed immediately to front of church.

Special surprise arrival of VIP’s will begin at 9:45 a.m.

Worship begins immediately following the arrival and seating of the VIP’S!!!????

A summer picnic will take place under the BIG tent following worship.      

Musicians will perform following the picnic and, for the children – a big inflatable and organized kid’s games will be going on behind the church on the field.  

All we need from you is a food donation – please visit the sign-up sheet today and help us tie up this one big loose end – FOOD!! 

If you have any questions you may contact Event Coordinators, Maggie Brown in the church office – 633-7378  or Sue Burge – 633-7049   In case of rain – the celebration will go on with some changes

THERE WILL BE NO SUNDAY SCHOOL ON JULY 12th!!

Boothbay Baptist Weekly Buzz
THIS WEEK’S NEWS
Sue Burge, Communications Coordinator, welcomes your announcements until Thursday at noon. Thanks!
Phone: 633-7049 or e mail to: vanmanbill@roadrunner.com
Contact Information for Interim Pastor:
Rev. Stuart (Stu) Taylor (wife – Anita)
Email: fstaet@suscom-Maine.net
Phone: 207-729-5460 Cell: 207-449-8711
Church Secretary: Maggie Brown – Office hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fri 9-11 and Wed 1-3.
You may reach Maggie at: 633-7378 or email at maggie4885@yahoo.com
Week of March 29 – April 5, 2009

TODAY
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WINNING CHURCH OF THE
SOUPER BOWL OF CARING COMPETITION…….
“BOOTHBAY REGION COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP”

The Souper Bowl of Caring Celebration took place last Sunday at St. Columba’s Episcopal Church. Each of the seven community churches who participated were represented and some took part in the worship-filled service with scripture readings, prayer, music and a great message from Rev. Carol Stevens of the Boothbay Harbor United Methodist Church. Our own Pam Kamen read scripture from Matthew 25: 31-40. Jeff Keyes, President of the Food Pantry, spoke about the pantry and it’s service to the community – answered questions then passed out Certificates of Participation and announced the winning church who received “The Trophy” which will be kept on display at the Fellowship for one year until we repeat the process next year – 2010.
Collectively all seven churches raised over 5,300.00 in food value and money gifts. Great Job everyone !

A new class for women starting today – March 29th, 9:30 a.m. led by Alice Sozanski.
The topic – You Can Be The Wife Of A Happy Husband”.

Sunday School Class for men or interested women with Doug Woods beginning March 29th.

PLEASE CHECK YOUR MAILBOXES DOWNSTAIRS IN THE OUTER OFFICE, WEEKLY. NEW THINGS COME IN EVERYDAY!

THIS WEEK
Lights of Love – Thursday, April 2nd, 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Hall. Making Easter Cards with Melissa Nein. Cards and home baked goods will be delivered to shut ins, etc., prior to Easter Sunday. All women are encouraged to join us.

POTLUCK SUPPER – Wednesday, April 1st, 5:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Deaconess Board – EVERYONE is invited to bring a dish to share and enjoy fellowship with Christian Brothers and Sisters and why not invite a friend! We had a great turnout – awesome food in early March – let’s have a repeat performance. Pot Luck Suppers will take place every month. Watch for the announcements!! Next one: SUNDAY – March 3rd, following worship.

Care Net Baby Bottles – If you have any of the Care Net Baby Bottles at home – please bring them to church right away. They were due on February 14th – Valentines Day – not on Mother’s Day. Thank You.

NEXT SUNDAY
April 5th, Palm Sunday Worship – 10:30 a.m.

COMING
Annual Church Meeting – Wednesday, April 15th, 7 p.m. following Dare 2 Care.

Maine Legislature Schedules Same-Sex Marriage Bill.
Mark your calendar! The Judiciary Committee will hold a public hearing on LD1020, Dennis Damon’s bill to redefine marriage, on Friday, April 24, at Cony High School, Augusta. Legislators must see a large number of people supporting traditional marriage! Please plan to attend, either to testify or to pray silently for God to change hearts and protect marriage in Maine.
Testimonies will be limited to three minutes. Over the next month, join the Maine marriage Alliance in prayer and fasting for families and marriage in Maine. “But Jesus beheld them, and said unto them, with men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible.” Matthew 19:26

HELP WANTED
Church Library: Do you have Christian Books that you’d like to donate to our lending library? Books may be brought in and given to Vickie Pinkham. The library is in the outer office where the copy machine is located (Lower Level) and behind the glass door
cabinet at the entrance to the sanctuary. There is a book in the downstairs library to sign books out, write name, book # and date – and a sign out book upstairs as well. Directions posted on front of sign-out books.

WANTED: A couch in nice condition is needed by the Lutterman Family.
Please call Brandon or Lisa at 633-7103 if you can help with this need.

A Sound Person is needed to work at least 2 Sundays per month. No experience necessary, just good ears and a heart for service. Please speak with Jason Schlosser.

URGENT PRAYER REQUEST for the Pulpit Committee for the big task they have ahead of them under God. Doug Wood, Paul Golden, Robin Beck, Fay Christy. Jason Schlosser.

For anyone who has a crisis, needs prayer or spiritual guidance you may call the Elders of the Church listed below.
Sam Michael, Chair – 633-2060 Jason Schlosser – 633-3263 Doug Wood – 529-6323
Ray Christy – 633-9872 Paul Golden – 633-7664

Boothbay Baptist Weekly Buzz
THIS WEEK’S NEWS
Sue Burge, Communications Coordinator, welcomes your announcements until Thursday at noon. Thanks!
Phone: 633-7049 or e mail to: vanmanbill@roadrunner.com
Contact Information for Interim Pastor:
Rev. Stuart (Stu) Taylor (wife – Anita)
Email: fstaet@suscom-Maine.net
Phone: 207-729-5460 Cell: 207-449-8711
Church Secretary: Maggie Brown – Office hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fri 9-11 and Wed 1-3.
You may reach Maggie at: 633-7378 or email at maggie4885@yahoo.com
Week of March 22 – March 29, 2009

2009 MISSIONS CONFERENCE WEEK

TODAY
WELCOME: Linda Smith – Joni and Friends (Boston)
Linda Smith – Joni and Friends (Boston)
Currently, the Greater Boston Office focuses on two programs of Joni and Friends: Family Retreat for families affected by disability, and “Through the Roof”, training churches to welcome and include people with disabilities and their families. As we grow, other programs will be added. We also offer “Moms’ Morning Out” for moms who have children of any age with disabilities of any kind. “Beyond Limits” is our one-year Bible curriculum available through our office, especially designed for teens and adults with cognitive disabilities.

Souper Bowl of Caring Celebration at St. Columbas Episcopal Church TODAY -March 22nd, at 3 p.m. Please refer to insert in bulletin today!! Our own Jeff Keyes, President of the Boothbay Region Food Pantry will be speaking and announcing the winning church!! This celebration is open to anyone. Let’s make a great showing from Boothbay Baptist Church.

PLEASE CHECK YOUR MAILBOXES DOWNSTAIRS IN THE OUTER OFFICE, WEEKLY. NEW THINGS COME IN EVERYDAY!

THIS WEEK
SOUP BOWL SUPPER sponsored by the Rotary Club of Boothbay, Thursday, March 26th, 6 p.m. Held at the Legion Hall. Pick out a hand crafted soup bowl (you keep it) and eat until you burst!!
Cost: $12.00 Questions: See Mike Thompson.

NEXT SUNDAY
A new class for women is coming March 29th led by Alice Sozanski. The topic – You Can Be The Wife Of A Happy Husband”.

Sunday School Class for men or interested women with John VanDyke beginning March 29th. Continuation of the Book of Revelation.

COMING
POTLUCK SUPPER – Wednesday, April 1st, 5:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Deaconess Board – EVERYONE is invited to bring a dish to share and enjoy fellowship with Christian Brothers and Sisters and why not invite a friend! We had a great turnout – awesome food in early March – let’s have a repeat performance. Pot Luck Suppers will take place every month. Watch for the announcements!!

Upcoming worship opportunities:
Sunday, March 29th – Al Roberts delivering the message
Palm Sunday Worship: Sunday, April 5th – Pastor Stu returns to the pulpit
Easter Sunday Worship: Sunday, April 12th 10:45 a.m.

HELP WANTED
Church Library: Do you have Christian Books that you’d like to donate to our lending library? Books may be brought in and given to Vickie Pinkham. The library is in the outer office where the copy machine is located (Lower Level) and behind the glass door
cabinet at the entrance to the sanctuary. There is a book in the downstairs library to sign books out, write name, book # and date – and a sign out book upstairs as well. Directions posted on front of sign-out books.

WANTED: A couch in nice condition is needed by the Lutterman Family.
Please call Brandon or Lisa at 633-7103 if you can help with this need.

A Sound Person is needed to work at least 2 Sundays per month. No experience necessary, just good ears and a heart for service. Please speak with Jason Schlosser.

URGENT PRAYER REQUEST for the Pulpit Committee for the big task they have ahead of them under God. Doug Wood, Paul Golden, Robin Beck, Fay Christy. John Van Dyke.

Community Services:
Fuel Assistance Program: A team of community volunteers will be taking fuel assistance applications at the Spectrum Generations Coastal Community Center, 521 Main St. Damariscotta, each Monday from 9 a.m.–
3 p.m. (Tuesdays when there is a Mon. holiday). If you are interested in learning more about the Fuel Assistance Program, have questions or cannot get out for an application due to travel restrictions you may call 563-1363. Ask for Cynthia Troxel.

For anyone who has a crisis, needs prayer or spiritual guidance you may call the Elders of the Church listed below.
Sam Michael, Chair – 633-2060 Jason Schlosser – 633-3263 Doug Wood – 529-6323
Ray Christy – 633-9872 Paul Golden – 633-7664

Boothbay Baptist Weekly Buzz
THIS WEEK’S NEWS
Sue Burge, Communications Coordinator, welcomes your announcements until Thursday at noon. Thanks!
Phone: 633-7049 or e mail to: vanmanbill@roadrunner.com
Contact Information for Interim Pastor:
Rev. Stuart (Stu) Taylor (wife – Anita)
Email: fstaet@suscom-Maine.net
Phone: 207-729-5460 Cell: 207-449-8711
Church Secretary: Maggie Brown – Office hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fri 9-11 and Wed 1-3.
You may reach Maggie at: 633-7378 or email at maggie4885@yahoo.com
Week of March 15 – March 22, 2009

2009 MISSIONS CONFERENCE WEEK

TODAY
WELCOME: MIKE HEATH – Executive Director of the Maine Family Policy Council!!

Due Today: Annual Reports from all Boards/Committees, etc., are due to Vickie Pinkham/Clerk. Leave in her mailbox in the church office!

DEADLINE TODAY for ordering study book for the Women’s Sunday School class led by Alice Sozanski. “You Can Be The Wife of a Happy Husband”

THIS WEEK
MISSIONS CONFERENCE WEEK: March 15 – 22nd 2009
Sunday March 15
Mike Heath – Executive Director of the Maine Family Policy Council (Formerly the Christian Civic League)
His activities have earned him public praise and criticism. In 1995, Heath — agreeing with then Governor Angus King’s strong anti-gambling convictions — served as King’s public representative on his statewide gambling commission. Heath led multiple unprecedented statewide referendum campaigns, including 2 peoples’ veto campaigns.

Mike speaks throughout Maine and New England, in churches, civic groups and on college campuses. He is often quoted in Maine’s daily newspapers, online web blogs, and frequently offers the League’s perspective on national, statewide and local radio and television news programs.

Mike makes his home in South China, Maine with Paulie, his wife of 26 years. They have 3 grown sons, two of whom are serving in the United States Marine Corps. Their oldest son is a graduate of Grove City College in Pennsylvania.

Wednesday March 18
Missions Banquet
Guest speakers are our very own Ray and Faye Christy from Through the Fire Ministries and The Townsends from The Cottage in the Woods.

Sunday March 22
Linda Smith – Joni and Friends (Boston)
Currently, the Greater Boston Office focuses on two programs of Joni and Friends: Family Retreat for families affected by disability, and “Through the Roof”, training churches to welcome and include people with disabilities and their families. As we grow, other programs will be added. We also offer “Moms’ Morning Out” for moms who have children of any age with disabilities of any kind. “Beyond Limits” is our one-year Bible curriculum available through our office, especially designed for teens and adults with cognitive disabilities

NEXT SUNDAY:
Souper Bowl of Caring Celebration at St. Columbas Episcopal Church next Sunday, March 22nd, at 3 p.m. Please refer to insert in bulletin today!! Our own Jeff Keyes, President of the Boothbay Region Food Pantry will be speaking and announcing the winning church!!

SOUP BOWL SUPPER sponsored by the Rotary Club of Boothbay, Thursday, March 26th, 6 p.m. Held at the Legion Hall. Pick out a hand crafted soup bowl (you keep it) and eat until you burst!!
Questions: See Mike Thompson.

A new class for women is coming March 29th led by Alice Sozanski. The topic – You Can Be The Wife Of A Happy Husband”. Please refer to insert in bulletin requesting your need to sign-up for class book that needs to be ordered ahead of time. Deadline for ordering books TODAY – Sunday, March 15th.

Sunday School Class for men or interested women with John VanDyke beginning March 29th. Continuation of the Book

POTLUCK SUPPER – Wednesday, April 1st, 5:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Deaconess Board – EVERYONE is invited to bring a dish to share and enjoy fellowship with Christian Brothers and Sisters. Great turnout – awesome food in early March – let’s have a repeat performance. Pot Luck Suppers will take place every month. Watch for the announcements!!

HELP WANTED
Church Library: Do you have Christian Books that you’d like to donate to our lending library?
Books may be brought in and given to Vickie Pinkham. The library is in the outer office where the copy machine is located. (Lower Level)

A Sound Person is needed to work at least 2 Sundays per month. No experience necessary, just good ears and a heart for service. Please speak with Jason Schlosser.

Lights of Love
Next Meeting – Thursday, March 19th. Quilting Day! Child Care at church – meet at Karen Keyes home for a wonderful morning of fellowship and instruction on quilting. All completed quilts and fleece blankets will be donated to Project Linus – national organization supplying blankets to children in crisis. All women encouraged to join us.

URGENT PRAYER REQUEST for the Pulpit Committee for the big task they have ahead of them under God. Doug Wood, Paul Golden, Robin Beck, Fay Christy. John Van Dyke.

Community Services:
Fuel Assistance Program: A team of community volunteers will be taking fuel assistance applications at the Spectrum Generations Coastal Community Center, 521 Main St. Damariscotta, each Monday from 9 a.m.–
3 p.m. (Tuesdays when there is a Mon. holiday). If you are interested in learning more about the Fuel Assistance Program, have questions or cannot get out for an application due to travel restrictions you may call 563-1363. Ask for Cynthia Troxel.

Please refer to the attached informational piece: What to do when you’re laid off!
Over please………

Boothbay Baptist Weekly Buzz
THIS WEEK’S NEWS
Sue Burge, Communications Coordinator, welcomes your announcements until Thursday at noon. Thanks!
Phone: 633-7049 or e mail to: vanmanbill@roadrunner.com
Contact Information for Interim Pastor:
Rev. Stuart (Stu) Taylor (wife – Anita)
Email: fstaet@suscom-Maine.net
Phone: 207-729-5460 Cell: 207-449-8711
Church Secretary: Maggie Brown – Office hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fri 9-11 and Wed 1-3.
You may reach Maggie at: 633-7378 or email at maggie4885@yahoo.com
Week of March 8 – March 15, 2009
DID YOU SPRING FORWARD ONE HOUR?

THIS WEEK
CRAFT ACTIVITIES NIGHT begins this coming Wed. eve, March 11th, 5: – 6:30 p.m.. Sponsored by the Deaconesses – all ladies of the church are welcome.. This fun night will be held every Wed. eve with the exception of nights when the Pot Luck Supper is planned. For more information contact: Nancy VanDyke or Pam Kamen.

NIGHTLIGHTS: A BIG SWAP NIGHT: Friday, March 13th, 7 p.m. Ladies you are encouraged to join us for a great night of fun. Bring in items you’re tired of dealing with i.e., clothes, household items, decorations, small appliances, in good condition please. We’ll display on tables and let’s have some fun. Here’s a perfect opportunity to share your goods with others and take something new-to-you home all for FREE!!! An Upturn of the Economic Downturn!!!!

NEXT WEEKEND
VERY IMPORTANT: Annual Reports from all Boards/Committees, etc., are due to Vickie Pinkham/Clerk on or before Sunday, March 15th. Leave in her mailbox in the church office!

MISSIONS CONFERENCE WEEK: SAVE THE DATE!!! March 15 – 22nd 2009
2009 Mission Conference
Sunday March 15
Mike Heath – Executive Director of the Maine Family Policy Council (Formerly the Christian Civic League)
His activities have earned him public praise and criticism. In 1995 Heath — agreeing with then Governor Angus King’s strong anti-gambling convictions — served as King’s public representative on his statewide gambling commission. Heath led multiple unprecedented statewide referendum campaigns, including 2 peoples’ veto campaigns.

Mike speaks throughout Maine and New England, in churches, civic groups and on college campuses. He is often quoted in Maine’s daily newspapers, online web blogs, and frequently offers the League’s perspective on national, statewide and local radio and television news programs.

Mike makes his home in South China, Maine with Paulie, his wife of 26 years. They have 3 grown sons, two of whom are serving in the United States Marine Corps. Their oldest son is a graduate of Grove City College in Pennsylvania.

Wednesday March 18
Missions Banquet
Guest speakers are our very own Ray and Faye Christy from Through the Fire Ministries and The Townsends from The Cottage in the Woods.

Sunday March 22
Linda Smith – Joni and Friends (Boston)
Currently, the Greater Boston Office focuses on two programs of Joni and Friends: Family Retreat for families affected by disability, and “Through the Roof”, training churches to welcome and include people with disabilities and their families. As we grow, other programs will be added. We also offer “Moms’ Morning Out” for moms who have children of any age with disabilities of any kind. “Beyond Limits” is our one-year Bible curriculum available through our office, especially designed for teens and adults with cognitive disabilities

COMING
MAINE MARRIAGE AMENDMENT is being proposed by Maine Senator Damon. This bill would legalize same sex marriage and would do so without bringing it to a vote in Maine. Please visit www.mainemarriageamendment.com for more info and phone numbers to contact the Senate or House Representatives to say : Vote No!

PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDERS: The Souper Bowl of Caring has been rescheduled to Sunday, March 22nd, 3 p.m. at St. Columbas. Please come as we gather together for a short worship service of thanksgiving with folks from our community of churches across the peninsula. A dessert buffet will follow.

SOUP BOWL SUPPER sponsored by the Rotary Club of Boothbay, Thursday, March 26th, 6 p.m. Held at the Legion Hall. Pick out a hand crafted soup bowl (you keep it) and eat until you burst!!
Questions: See Mike Thompson.

A new class for women is coming March 29th led by Alice Sozanski. The topic –
“You Can Be The Wife Of A Happy Husband”. Please refer to insert in bulletin requesting your need to sign-up for class book that needs to be ordered ahead of time. Deadline for ordering books – Sunday, March 15th.

Sunday School Class for men or interested women with John VanDyke beginning March 29th. Continuation of the Book of Revelation.

HELP WANTED
Church Library: Do you have Christian Books that you’d like to donate to our lending library?
Books may be brought in and given to Vickie Pinkham. The library is in the outer office where the copy machine is located. (Lower Level)

A Sound Person is needed to work at least 2 Sundays per month. No experience necessary, just good ears and a heart for service. Please speak with Jason Schlosser.

Lights of Love
We are accepting donations of 1 – 1½ yard pieces of fleece fabric for blanket making. Blankets will be donated to – Project Linus – who distribute blankets to children in crisis.
See Bree Keyes, Sue Burge, Melissa Nein or Brigitte Schlossser.
We also continue to seek a back-up childcare provider. Please speak with Bree Keyes if you can volunteer as needed. We meet the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month.

URGENT PRAYER REQUEST for the Pulpit Committee for the big task they have ahead of them under God. Doug Wood, Paul Golden, Robin Beck, Fay Christy. John Van Dyke.

Community Services:
Fuel Assistance Program: A team of community volunteers will be taking fuel assistance applications at the Spectrum Generations Coastal Community Center, 521 Main St. Damariscotta, each Monday from 9 a.m.–
3 p.m. (Tuesdays when there is a Mon. holiday). If you are interested in learning more about the Fuel Assistance Program, have questions or cannot get out for an application due to travel restrictions you may call 563-1363. Ask for Cynthia Troxel.

Boothbay Baptist Weekly Buzz
THIS WEEK’S NEWS
Sue Burge, Communications Coordinator, welcomes your announcements until Thursday at noon. Thanks!
Phone: 633-7049 or e mail to: vanmanbill@roadrunner.com
Contact Information for Interim Pastor:
Rev. Stuart (Stu) Taylor (wife – Anita)
Email: fstaet@suscom-Maine.net
Phone: 207-729-5460 Cell: 207-449-8711
Church Secretary: Maggie Brown – Office hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fri 9-11 and Wed 1-3.
You may reach Maggie at: 633-7378 or email at maggie4885@yahoo.com
Week of Feb 22 – March 1, 2009
TODAY:
SOUPER BOWL OF CARING CELEBRATION – TROPHY PRESENTATION – DESSERT BUFFET
You are cordially invited to attend the Souper Bowl Celebration at St. Columbas Episcopal Church on Sunday, March 1st 3 p.m., for a worshipful celebration of thanks for the many gifts you donated to the Boothbay Region Food Pantry. Come meet our neighbor churches from across the peninsula, our food pantry volunteers and find out what church will be presented with the winning trophy from our friendly competition. Let’s have a good turnout from Boothbay Baptist.

THIS WEEK
POT LUCK DINNER: Wed. March 4th, 5:30 p.m.
The Deaconess Board is hosting monthly Pot Luck Dinners. Here’s a perfect opportunity for us to come together in a relaxed atmosphere to fellowship – get caught up with one another, make new friends and share wonderful homemade creations of food brought by You! The first pot luck supper will begin on Wednesday, March 4th, at 5:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. Come One, Come All. Any questions: Contact Pam Kamen – 633-5349 or
Nancy VanDyke – 882-6292. Next Dinner: Wednesday, April 1, (April Fool’s Day) 5:30 p.m. This is no joke!!
Future dates: Sun., May 3, after church, Wed., June 17th, 5:30 p.m. Sun.,July 12,after church, Wed.,Aug. 19th, 5:30 p.m.

NEXT WEEKEND
BABY SHOWER for Misty Pray: Saturday, March 7th, 1 p.m. Pot Luck Luncheon in Fellowship Hall. Bring a dish to share. All women of the church invited to attend. Misty and John are expecting a boy!!

SPRING AHEAD Sat night, March 7th. Don’t forget to turn your clocks AHEAD One Hour – you don’t want to miss our awesome worship on Sunday.

Fuel Assistance Program: A team of community volunteers will be taking fuel assistance applications at the Spectrum Generations Coastal Community Center, 521 Main St. Damariscotta, each Monday from 9 a.m.–
3 p.m. (Tuesdays when there is a Mon. holiday). If you are interested in learning more about the Fuel Assistance Program, have questions or cannot get out for an application due to travel restrictions you may call 563-1363. Ask for Cynthia Troxel.

COMING
VERY IMPORTANT: Annual Reports from all Boards/Committees, etc., are due to Vickie Pinkham/Clerk on or before Sunday, March 15th. Leave in her mailbox in the church office!

NIGHTLIGHTS: A BIG SWAP NIGHT: Friday, March 13th, 7 p.m. Ladies you are encouraged to join us
for a great night of fun. Bring in items you’re tired of dealing with i.e., clothes, household items, decorations, small appliances, in good condition please. We’ll display on tables and let’s have some fun. Here’s a perfect opportunity to share your goods with others and take something new-to-you home all for FREE!!! An Upturn of the Economic Downturn!!!!
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MISSIONS CONFERENCE WEEK: SAVE THE DATE!!! March 15 – 22nd 2009
2009 Mission Conference
Sunday March 15
Mike Heath – Executive Director of the Maine Family Policy Council (Formerly the Christian Civic League)
His activities have earned him public praise and criticism. In 1995 Heath — agreeing with then Governor Angus King’s strong anti-gambling convictions — served as King’s public representative on his statewide gambling commission. Heath led multiple unprecedented statewide referendum campaigns, including 2 peoples’ veto campaigns.

Mike speaks throughout Maine and New England, in churches, civic groups and on college campuses. He is often quoted in Maine’s daily newspapers, online web blogs, and frequently offers the League’s perspective on national, statewide and local radio and television news programs.

Mike makes his home in South China, Maine with Paulie, his wife of 26 years. They have 3 grown sons, two of whom are serving in the United States Marine Corps. Their oldest son is a graduate of Grove City College in Pennsylvania.

Wednesday March 18
Missions Banquet
Guest speakers are our very own Ray and Faye Christy from Through the Fire Ministries and The Townsends from The Cottage in the Woods.

Sunday March 22
Linda Smith – Joni and Friends (Boston)
Currently, the Greater Boston Office focuses on two programs of Joni and Friends: Family Retreat for families affected by disability, and “Through the Roof”, training churches to welcome and include people with disabilities and their families. As we grow, other programs will be added. We also offer “Moms’ Morning Out” for moms who have children of any age with disabilities of any kind. “Beyond Limits” is our one-year Bible curriculum available through our office, especially designed for teens and adults with cognitive disabilities

A new class for women is coming March 29th led by Alice Sozanski. The topic –
“You Can Be The Wife Of A Happy Husband”. Please refer to insert in bulletin requesting your need to sign-up for class book that needs to be ordered ahead of time.

HELP WANTED
A Sound Person is needed to work at least 2 Sundays per month. No experience necessary, just good ears and a heart for service. Please speak with Jason Schlosser.

Lights of Love
We are accepting donations of 1 – 1½ yard pieces of fleece fabric for blanket making. Blankets will be donated to – Project Linus – who distribute blankets to children in crisis.
See Bree Keyes, Sue Burge, Melissa Nein or Brigitte Schlossser.
We also continue to seek a back-up childcare provider. Please speak with Bree Keyes if you can volunteer as needed. We meet the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month.

URGENT PRAYER REQUEST for the Pulpit Committee for the big task they have ahead of them under God. Doug Wood, Paul Golden, Robin Beck, Fay Christy. John Van Dyke.

The 200th Anniversary Committee is actively seeking volunteers to plan a Boothbay Baptist Anniversary float for the Windjammer Day’s Parade on Wednesday, June 24th at 5 p.m. We need a coordinator and worker-bees!! Who might you all be? We’d like to hear from you soon. Please see: Robin & Tim Beck, Bill & Sue Burge, Jason Schlosser, or the Townsend Family, – let us know how you can help!! We do have the use of a trailer!