Partner Committees in Ministry to our Church
Read through these listings. Let the pastor know where you feel you will be of best service. He will help you to find your way to the right committee where you can plug right in. Yes, we are the church, together. We are the "wheels within the wheel, and the big wheel runs by the Grace of God" (-adapted from an old spiritual: Ezekiel Saw the Wheel)! Can you be part of more than one committee? Of course you can! Go where God sends you! Tell the pastor about your interests.
Altar Guild -the committee that takes care of the church paraments (banners and flags), and their placement. They are responible for the visual presetation in the worship and fellowship areas of the church building, including the chalices and candelabras. They publish periodic articles in the church newsletter reminding us of the meanings of the symbols and colors in the church seasonal calendar. Some of our parapets are made by past members.
Board of Trustees -this is more of a board of regulators than open committee. Its divisions are: Financial; Administration; and Buildings and Grounds Maintenance. Please speak to the pastor for more information regarding the details of the Board of Trustees.
Christmas Fair -This committee welcomes anyone who likes to tinker with crafts, cooking, and sewing. They coordinate efforts that help our major fund raiser, The Christmas Fair, to be totally awesome each year.
Education Committee -This committee guides the church famly in seeking growth and enlightenment through the study of God's word and the sharing of experiences. The committee serves from the smalles child learning that "Jesus loves me" through adults who may be struggling with "love your enemy". The curriculum includes the Sunday School classes for ages 2 through adults, as well as special pagent events, and the aftrnoon Methodist Academy of studies led by Pastor Ed.
Finance Committee -Oversees the income and bill paying of the church. This committee makes sure the budget gets balanced.
Lay Leadership -This is a committee of trained people who step in as speakers to the church community when and as needed. They have permission to speak from the "pulpit". The opportunities for ongoing training and growth in Lay Leadership are available. Contact our pastor or Lay Leader Dorothy Young for more information.
The Library -This is a club that keeps our church library the best in the state of Maine. Currently supervised by Paggy Weinzetl, the Church library has two divisions: Adults on the main floor, and Children's library on the lower level. The Children's Library contains over 2,500 book, and the Adult Library contains over 1,600 books. There is a rumor that our church has the largest church library in the New England Conference. It's worth a visit or two!
Loyalty Club -the committee of living historians of the church since 1930. The Loyalty Club meets on the first Tuesday of each month except July and August. They hold fundraisers to purchase cards and post cards for sending to church shut ins. They prepare holiday table decorations for the residents of the Stevens Home. The Loyalty Club is open to all women of the church.
Missions -The Missions Committee seeks to fulfill the Mission State of our Church in the world through thte support of projects and special programs held throughout the year. This includes the supporting and hosting of Church World Service fund raisers card sales for Mothers Day and Fathers' Day and blanket sales sponsorships, SERVV International gift sale at the Christmas Fair, volunteer work/mission trips to the UNEM in Salem, ME; and active involvement with the Mid-coast Habitat for Humanity;providing support in financial, material, and volunteering with the Mid-Coast Hunger Prevention, Oasis Health Network, Camp Mechawana, and the Tedford Homeless Shelter; raising money for the local food banks; maintaintin support for our international United Methodist Church Brunswick missions in Coyusne, Nicaragua and in Managua, Nicaragua.
Music Ministry- When it involves music, it is in the scope of this committee! The following are part of the music ministry. While reading music is a plus, we train! So, come ready to sing from the heart. Rehearsals are Thursday evenings and Sunday mornings. We get the best sounds when members attend both rehearsals. Do you have an ear for music, a strong voice for singing? The ability to carry a tune is a must. Membership is open to whomever wants to get involved on any level. The music ministry also gives mini-concerts when requested, when they can. See Shari Tarleton for more information.
The Covenant Choir -singers of traditional and contemporary style church music; voiced into the traditional soprano, alto, tenor, bass.
In Good Faith Band musicians - THE band of musicians that brings us to rise to our feet in singing the contemporary Word. It is comprised of singers and instrumental artists on drums, guitar, keyboard, saxaphone, hand percussions of goard and tamborine so far..
The Jubilaires Hand Bell Choir -This is the group that makes hymns shine through a different dimension. Training is provided, so if you are not an expert, don't worry. You'll become one.
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