Houlton United Methodist Church

Judy Conway’s funeral service will be held this Saturday, November 2, at 11:00 a.m. at Houlton UMC, with visiting hours from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. A reception will follow the service. Please keep Judy’s family in your prayers during this time.

Judy Conway Funeral Service (November 2, 2024)

Together Tuesday!
We planted garlics with hope, carved pumpkin, and had fun!! God is good, all the time!! ❤️

Family worship 10.27.24!

Thank you for supporting Backpack for Kids!!
Watermelon made our day 😄

"All Saints Day??"

Did you know that “Halloween” is a shortened form of “All Hallows’ (Saints’) Eve”? Each year on November 1, Christians around the world observe All Saints Day—a day to remember and give thanks for those who have gone before us in the faith. It’s a time to honor the lives that have shaped our own journeys and the lasting legacies of faith in our community.

You may be wondering, “Do United Methodists believe in saints?” The answer is both yes and no. While we don’t pray to saints or recognize them as mediators to God, as our Catholic brothers and sisters do, we do celebrate the lives of faithful people who have influenced our faith, uplifted our spirits, and drawn us closer to God.

Our belief is firmly grounded in Scripture: “There is one God; there is also one mediator between God and humankind, Christ Jesus, himself human, who gave himself as a ransom for all” (1 Timothy 2:5-6a).

This year, we will gather with United Methodist churches from across the county to celebrate All Saints Day at Grant Memorial UMC in Presque Isle. The service will be held on Friday, November 1, at 6:30 pm, and it will be a special evening of remembrance, praise, and worship. We’re blessed to have our beloved organist, Susan Laurence, leading a pick-up choir for this occasion; rehearsal will begin at 6 pm for those who would like to join.

If you are interested in carpooling or need a ride, please email me or call me at 207-538-0778. We will be meeting at Houlton UMC’s parking lot at 5 pm for departure.

Additionally, this Sunday, November 3, we’ll take a moment during our service to remember and honor the names of church members who have gone to glory this past year.

My prayer is that in gathering for this holy occasion, we may feel the closeness of the “great cloud of witnesses” and celebrate the fullness of God’s family—across all generations and places.

I encourage you to come and join us in this time of remembrance and celebration. May it be a blessing and a reminder of the love and faith that surround us.

In Christ,
Pastor Victor

All Saints Day?? Peace and Grace to you. Did you know that “Halloween” is a shortened form of “All Hallows’ (Saints’) Eve”? Each year on November 1, Christ...

Sunday Service Message (Oct 27, 2024)

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Join Us for Our Monthly Family Worship Service! ✨

We invite you to come together this Sunday at 11 AM for a special service that celebrates all generations. It's a wonderful opportunity to worship, connect, and grow in faith as a family. We look forward to seeing you there!

Family Worship Service (Oct 26, 2024, 11 am) Church Copyright Licence Streaming License #20283815

"Laity Sunday 2024"

"You are Christ's body--that's who you are! You must never forget this. Only as you accept your part of that body does your "part" mean anything." (1Co 12:27, MSG)

Come and join us this Sunday for Laity Sunday!

Laity Sunday Service (October 20, 2024, 11 am)

“Happy Senior Meals Day! 🎉

A heartfelt THANK YOU to Jennifer Potter and the amazing team at Region II for blessing 73 seniors in our community with a delicious lasagna meal and dessert. Your generosity and care truly make a difference! ❤️

They are experts in organizing items for backpacks for kids. We pray for them to be fed physically and spiritually!

They shared their favorite Bible stories, their relationship with God, or their faith through their potato crafts! They felt God’s heart when they lost their pet, when they took care of their pet and showed how they were close to God!

A Kindergarten child read one chapter for the first time, and two children finished one of the books of the Bible! Praise the Lord!

Thank Mary and Chuck for all you do for us ❤️

Next week(10/22) we’ll make homemade Pumpkin pizza! A week after the next week(10/29), we’ll have a harvest party! You can wear proper costumes!! Looking forward to seeing you all ❤️

Life Together Community (Oct 20, 2024)

"Come, Walk with Us This Saturday!"

We’d love for you to join us this Saturday, October 19th, for the Bridge to Hope fundraising walk at Riverfront Park in Houlton. It’s a great way to support local families facing cancer. Registration kicks off at 9 AM, and the walk begins at 10 AM.

If you can’t make it in person, you can still help by donating throughout the month—just write “Bridge to Hope” in the memo line of your check to the church. Together, we can make a meaningful impact.

"Come, Celebrate Laity Sunday with Us!"

This Sunday, October 20th, we’re celebrating Laity Sunday—a special day in the United Methodist Church when we honor the ministry of all Christians, especially our lay members. It’s a reminder that every one of us is called to participate in God’s mission.

The heart of Laity Sunday is all about the shared calling of laypersons and clergy as “one people” to live out and share the good news of Jesus Christ together. So come and celebrate with us, as we reflect on the important role each of us plays in God’s mission.

"Come, Sing with Us at Gardiner This Sunday!"

You’re also warmly invited to a special music service at Gardiner this Sunday, October 20th, at 2 PM! Before we head over, we’ll be having a rehearsal at 1 PM at Houlton UMC, so feel free to come a bit earlier if you’d like to join in.

This will be a great time of worship, music, and fellowship, and we’d love to have you be a part of it. Plus, we’ll be providing pizza for lunch! So come, lift your voice, and enjoy some good food and fellowship with us.

Thank you for building up Christ's Church together with us. Have a blessed weekend!

In Christ,
Pastor Victor

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"Join us for Sunday service at 11 AM, in person or online. Come and find hope with us!"

Sunday Service (Oct 13, 2024, 11 am)

"We are all falling, but God makes it beautiful." They made crafts with fallen leaves. What was once just discarded is now a treasure! 😄

Today we started to play table tennis!! Yeah~~
Thank Linda for the snacks and for playing with us.

We will gather to honor the life of John Haskell this Saturday, October 12, at 2 pm at the Houlton UMC. Visiting hours will be from 1-2 pm before the service. Following the service, there will be a reception for family and friends.

Please keep the Haskell family in your prayers during this difficult time. For those unable to attend in person, the service will be livestreamed here: https://youtube.com/live/rFeCHzdYY7o?feature=share

https://obituaries.bangordailynews.com/obituary/john-haskell-1091220978

Remembering the life of John Haskell Bangor Daily News publishes obituaries and other memorial notices. Read recent and archived death notices online.

Sunday Service Message (Oct 6, 2024)

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Join us this Sunday for "World Communion Sunday" as we come together as one body in Christ, sharing the Lord’s Supper and celebrating our unity with believers around the world!

World Communion Sunday (Oct 6, 2024, 11 am)

"October Missions – Join Us in Sharing and Serving"

Shalom, everyone,

It’s hard to believe October is already here! As we enjoy the beauty of this season – the colorful foliage and harvest – let’s also take time to give back and share with our neighbors in need.

This month, we have the opportunity to join two important mission projects: "UMCOR" and "Bridge to Hope."

1. UMCOR (United Methodist Committee on Relief)
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, many families are struggling to recover. UMCOR-trained teams are on the ground providing aid through cleanup efforts and by delivering essential supplies like hygiene and cleaning kits.

We will be raising a special offering on Sundays, Oct 6th and 13th. Please write a check to the church and mark “UMCOR” in the memo.

2. Bridge to Hope
Bridge to Hope supports local families in Aroostook County facing cancer, providing help with travel, accommodations, and even meals during treatments. The annual fundraising walk will be held on Saturday, Oct 19th at 10 am at Riverfront Park in Houlton.

We encourage you to join the walk and/or donate throughout the month. Please write a check to the church with “Bridge to Hope” in the memo.

You don’t need to participate in everything. As we pray, let the Spirit guide your heart. Wherever you feel called, please join us with a cheerful and willing spirit!

Thank you for your generosity and care!

In Christ,
Pastor Victor

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The service for Dorothy Kennedy will be held this Friday, October 4th, at 12 PM at Dunn Funeral Home. Please keep her family in your prayers.

Remembering the life of Dorothy (Ingerson) Kennedy Bangor Daily News publishes obituaries and other memorial notices. Read recent and archived death notices online.

"Support Hodgdon UMC's Blessing Cart Ministry – Buy a Pumpkin!"

Peace to you,

Hogdon UMC's Sunday School children have worked hard on a special "Pumpkin Project" to benefit the church's "Blessing Cart Ministry" (portable food pantry). The pumpkins are now ready at the churches (Hodgdon and Houlton), and all proceeds will go directly to support this important ministry.

Please consider buying a pumpkin (donations), not only to enjoy this beautiful season but also to help provide food for those in need within our community.

Thank you for your support and generosity. Together, we can make a difference!

In Christ,
Pastor Victor

Support Hodgdon UMC's Blessing Cart Ministry – Buy a Pumpkin! Peace to you, Hogdon UMC's Sunday School children have worked hard on a special "Pumpkin Project" to benefit the church's "Blessing Cart M...

Sunday Service Message (Sep 29, 2024)

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Sunday Service (Sep 29. 2024, 11 am)