HE IS RISEN!
HE IS RISEN, INDEED!
For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith —and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God — not by works, so that no one can boast.
Ephesians 2:8-9
Our Mission is to follow through
on Jesus' instructions to His disciples...
He said to them,
“Go into all the world
and preach the gospel to all creation.”
Mark 16:15
SHARING GOD'S WORD
WORSHIPING TOGETHER
REACHING OUT
If you need food,
remember the
Ecumenical Food Pantry
at Second Congregational Church
in Newcastle
Open Tuesdays 9 - 11
Start Your Day
Off Right!
All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.
God is our merciful Father
and the source of all comfort.
He comforts us in all our troubles
so that we can comfort others.
When they are troubled,
we will be able to give
them the same comfort God has given us.
2 Corinthians 1:3-4
This year's Bible in a year plan presents the Old Testament in chronological order, along with a Psalm or Proverb and a New Testament reading. It is based on 5 daily readings with 2 days for catching up!
4/9 to 4/15 Readings:
Judges 7-8; Luke 22
Judges 9-11; Psalm 17; Luke 23
Judges 12-16; Psalm 146; Luke 24
Judges 17-18; Psalm 21; Acts 1
Judges 19-21; Acts 2
Heaven and Earth, in one place. That statement is worth pondering. Jonathan Parnell provides some insight in his article, “Where is Heaven on Earth” on the website, Desiring God. Here is an excerpt -
“After his resurrection, Jesus ascended and took his seat on the heavenly throne. Right now, those who are united to Jesus by faith are spiritually raised and seated with him (Ephesians 2:6). Spiritually speaking, because of our union with Jesus, we inhabit the dimension of reality in which he reigns. We are, in that sense, in heaven with him. And at the same time, we are here. We are breathing the air of this world, listening to the music of this culture, eating the food of this place. So he has sent us his Spirit. The Holy Spirit is for the church Jesus’s own empowering presence. In a very real sense, we are there with him in heaven, and in a very real sense, he is here with us on earth.”
https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/where-is-heaven-on-earth
Joyfully,
Marilee :)
Info and
Announcements
COMMUNITY MEETING - MAIN STREET
On behalf of the Town of Damariscotta, we'd like to invite you to attend a public meeting about our Main Street PPI project!
Damariscotta is about to embark on a Planning Partnership Initiative (PPI) project with DOT along the Main Street/Route 1B corridor, from Bristol Road up to Route 1 near N.C. Hunt. This is an exciting opportunity to reimagine what an improved Main Street corridor could look like in 3-4 years, and we want to hear your ideas and priorities!
At the meeting, you’ll have a chance to learn more about the project, discuss your desires with the community members and Town staff, and give valuable input about the future of Main Street. There will be 2 identical meetings, held on April 9 and April 14, from 4:30-6:30pm at the GSB School cafeteria.
Can't make the meetings? Fill out this short survey instead!
Please share this information with your family, friends, and network, and feel free to reach
out to: communitydevelopment@damariscotta.maine.gov with any questions.
LITERARY DESIGN OF GENESIS
Just a refresher...
1) Creation & Blessing
2) Failure
3) Failure of the next generation
4) Non-chosen
5) Chosen
6) Cosmic Rebellion
7) Re-creation & Blessing
Repeat - Repeat - Repeat
DRIVERS WANTED!
The Lincoln County FISH (Friends in Service Helping) Program needs volunteers to offer Free Rides to Lincoln County residents for medical appointments, errands, and more. Volunteering is done on your own schedule. Contact them if you are interested:
Phone: 207-350-9808
Email: lincolncountyfish@gmail.com
VA MEDICARE FOSTER HOMES
The Veteran’s Center in Augusta is partnering with faith-based organizations to assist with spreading information about the VA Medical Foster Home (MFH) program. The VA is actively seeking caregivers to open their homes to care for Veterans, as well as accepting referrals for Veterans interested in residing in a Medical Foster Home. If you or anyone you know may have interest in opening your home to a veteran/or if you know of a veteran who could benefit from residing in a Medical Foster Home, please contact:
Natali.Plourde@VA.gov or visit this link:
https://www.va.gov/geriatrics/pages/Medical_Foster_Homes.asp
COMPASSION NURTURERS
DBC has agreed to support mothers in Ethiopia, Burkina Faso and Togo through their pregnancy and their baby’s first year of life at
$35/month.
Because of Compassion Nurturers like you, precious mothers and babies in Togo, Ethiopia and Burkina Faso are receiving the care they need to thrive. You’ve helped us:
Serve 6,590 new moms and their babies in Togo, Ethiopia and Burkina Faso into the Compassion Nurturers program:
736 moms pregnant this quarter.
621 moms gave birth this quarter.
87.8% of these were attended births (compared to 30% of moms not in the program).
96% of these babies had a normal birth weight!
Sustain 472 Compassion Nurturers centers:
189 in Burkina Faso.
170 in Ethiopia.
125 in Togo.
Marilee Harris, Pastor
Email: Pastor@DBCME.ORG
Phone: 207-504-2393 (Cell)
Phone: 207-563-3587 (Office)
Worship Service: 10:30 AM
Sunday School: 10:00 AM
During the Worship Service,
children can join together
for a Bible lesson and fun!
1st Sunday of Each Month:
Communion and Fellowship Time
Wednesdays: 12 noon - 1 PM
“Bible Women, All Their Words and Why They Matter" by Lindsay Hardin will be the subject of this ongoing study
Meeting At:
4 Bristol Road, Damariscotta
AA Meetings:
Tuesday 6:30 – Beginner’s
Wednesday – 6:30
Thursday – 6:00
Friday – 6:00
Saturday – 6: 00
Welcome to
Damariscotta Baptist Church
We’re so glad that you have stopped by! Our church family is made up of individuals from all walks of life who come together to seek hope, purpose, and community. It’s a place where questions are welcomed, faith is nurtured, and lives are changed through the love of Christ. No matter where you are on your spiritual journey, there’s a place for you here.
We join together to worship God, grow together in faith, and share His love with the world. Each week, we gather to celebrate His goodness and reflect on how we can live out His teachings in our daily lives. Whether you’re a lifelong believer or just beginning to explore your faith, you’ll find a welcoming and supportive community here.
We believe in the power of prayer and the transforming love of Christ, and we strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and loved.
Come check us out!
