A St. Bart's Events Photo Gallery
Great fellowship at second annual Sea Dogs Game gathering
We sold 34 tickets for our second annual gathering to cheer on the Sea Dogs. The weather was perfect and fun was had by all! A portion of our sales will be donated to Maine Needs.
We sold 34 tickets for our second annual gathering to cheer on the Sea Dogs. The weather was perfect and fun was had by all! A portion of our sales will be donated to Maine Needs.
New Members Welcome Sunday held May 19th
Rev. Amanda officially welcomed 19 persons as new members of the congregation during the Sunday morning service on May 19th. A special coffee hour included cake. We are delighted to welcome these new folks and families to our parish, many of whom already are actively engaged in various ways.
Rev. Amanda officially welcomed 19 persons as new members of the congregation during the Sunday morning service on May 19th. A special coffee hour included cake. We are delighted to welcome these new folks and families to our parish, many of whom already are actively engaged in various ways.
Second Annual Day of Service has another great turnout
A total of 47 parishioners, including families and new members, participated in our second Day of Service. We fulfilled 50 orders for clothing, kitchenware, and bath supplies at Maine Needs. We planted lots of cabbage and onions at Growing 2 Give. We played games with children at Greater Portland Family Promise and packed supplies for Partners for World Health. Volunteers were rewarded with a delicious lunch back at St Bart’s, thanks to the hard work of Michele Johns, Deb Wathen-Finn and their cooking team. Thanks to all!
A total of 47 parishioners, including families and new members, participated in our second Day of Service. We fulfilled 50 orders for clothing, kitchenware, and bath supplies at Maine Needs. We planted lots of cabbage and onions at Growing 2 Give. We played games with children at Greater Portland Family Promise and packed supplies for Partners for World Health. Volunteers were rewarded with a delicious lunch back at St Bart’s, thanks to the hard work of Michele Johns, Deb Wathen-Finn and their cooking team. Thanks to all!
First Annual Holiday Sing Along garners wide participation
St. Bart's hosted its first community Holiday Sing Along on December 9th. Over 55 attendees of all ages sang classic holiday songs, accompanied by our Music Director Christina Edelen on piano. We also held a Food Drive for potatoes and carrots to be donated to the Yarmouth Food Pantry. This is sure to become a new tradition. Thanks go to our Emcee Laurie Hyndman, as well as our poetry readers.
St. Bart's hosted its first community Holiday Sing Along on December 9th. Over 55 attendees of all ages sang classic holiday songs, accompanied by our Music Director Christina Edelen on piano. We also held a Food Drive for potatoes and carrots to be donated to the Yarmouth Food Pantry. This is sure to become a new tradition. Thanks go to our Emcee Laurie Hyndman, as well as our poetry readers.
Harvest Dinner held in November to celebrate St. Bart's 50th Anniversary
A joyful celebration attended by over 90 guests, including past rectors, visiting clergy and the Bishop of Maine! Many thanks go out to the group of hard-working cooks and clean up crew!
A joyful celebration attended by over 90 guests, including past rectors, visiting clergy and the Bishop of Maine! Many thanks go out to the group of hard-working cooks and clean up crew!
Bishop of Maine Thomas Brown worships with us on May 7th
Bishop Brown spent Sunday morning, May 7, at St. Bart's, celebrating worship with us and consecrating the Memorial Garden. It was a wonderful few hours having our Bishop in our midst and celebrating the Memorial Garden together.
Bishop Brown spent Sunday morning, May 7, at St. Bart's, celebrating worship with us and consecrating the Memorial Garden. It was a wonderful few hours having our Bishop in our midst and celebrating the Memorial Garden together.
Annual Art Show continues to grow
The Art Show is a premier juried showcase for Maine artists since 2009.
A record 86 pieces were sold netting over $15,000, another record.
All proceeds went to St. Elizabeth’s Essentials Pantry; Friendship House; Greater Portland Family Promise (GPFP); In Her Presence (IHP); and Yarmouth, Falmouth, Cumberland and Freeport Food Pantries. Many thanks to the 40+ volunteers who made the show a success!
A record 86 pieces were sold netting over $15,000, another record.
All proceeds went to St. Elizabeth’s Essentials Pantry; Friendship House; Greater Portland Family Promise (GPFP); In Her Presence (IHP); and Yarmouth, Falmouth, Cumberland and Freeport Food Pantries. Many thanks to the 40+ volunteers who made the show a success!
Blessing of the Animals on St. Francis Day
A beautiful day to hold our afternoon Sunday service outside with our devoted furry friends. Rev. Amanda and Deacon Cory blessed many pets.
A beautiful day to hold our afternoon Sunday service outside with our devoted furry friends. Rev. Amanda and Deacon Cory blessed many pets.
St. Bart's hosts the Annual Maine Marathon Water Stop again this year
Thanks to all the St Bart's folks who help out each year at our official Water Stop. Always a fun event for all and much appreciated by the runners. Our volunteers all received a snazzy t-shirt for the Maine Marathon organization.
Thanks to all the St Bart's folks who help out each year at our official Water Stop. Always a fun event for all and much appreciated by the runners. Our volunteers all received a snazzy t-shirt for the Maine Marathon organization.
Our Annual Lobster Bake to Go held August 11th successful again!
We sold 91 lobster dinners and raised over $4,500 including donations. All proceeds go to the Yarmouth Compassionate Housing Initiative. Thanks to the Membership Committee for pulling it all together, and especially to Captain Jeff Diggins for his many hours spent lobstering and cooking the lobsters for all us to enjoy Saturday evening.
We sold 91 lobster dinners and raised over $4,500 including donations. All proceeds go to the Yarmouth Compassionate Housing Initiative. Thanks to the Membership Committee for pulling it all together, and especially to Captain Jeff Diggins for his many hours spent lobstering and cooking the lobsters for all us to enjoy Saturday evening.
Cap'n Jeff and his team on the lobster boat, cooking the lobsters, prepping the dinners and delivering to our "drive through" customers.
1st Annual Day of Service held Saturday May 6th deemed a resounding success
Sponsored by the Youth Education Committee and The Outreach Committee, our first Day of Service drew 50 participants of all ages who volunteered at four local non-profit organizations: Growing To Give, Partners for World Health, Furniture Friends and Maine Needs. After serving, all gathered back at church for hot dogs and hamburgers.
Sponsored by the Youth Education Committee and The Outreach Committee, our first Day of Service drew 50 participants of all ages who volunteered at four local non-profit organizations: Growing To Give, Partners for World Health, Furniture Friends and Maine Needs. After serving, all gathered back at church for hot dogs and hamburgers.
Day of Service: Furniture Friends, Growing to Give, Partners for World Health and gathering at church for lunch
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper Palooza for Youth, Families and New Members--a great turnout!
The Youth Education Committee and Membership Committee co-sponsored a Shrove Tuesday Supper. We filled the sanctuary with 40 folks of all ages. Pancakes, eggs, sausage, fruit and beverages were served. We also had a table of Family games to play while the food was being prepared and served.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper Palooza for Youth, Families and New Members--a great turnout!
The Youth Education Committee and Membership Committee co-sponsored a Shrove Tuesday Supper. We filled the sanctuary with 40 folks of all ages. Pancakes, eggs, sausage, fruit and beverages were served. We also had a table of Family games to play while the food was being prepared and served.
Sledding Party for Youth and Families--All ages participated on January 22nd
The Youth Education Committee was excited to hold this month's special youth and family event of Sledding at Val Halla Golf & Recreation in Cumberland. This event was open to families, children, and all St. Bart's parishioners. Participants brought plenty of sleds and hot cocoa was served to keep sledders warm.
Annual Christmas Fair held the first Saturday in December
Lots of hard work by many volunteers paid off for another well-attended Fair. The offerings at every table were top rate and the visitor traffic was steady throughout the day.
Lots of hard work by many volunteers paid off for another well-attended Fair. The offerings at every table were top rate and the visitor traffic was steady throughout the day.
Great turnout for the Line Dancing Event November 19th
Over 40 St Bart's folks and friends enjoyed a fun evening of contra dancing. The caller and musicians were terrific. We should plan on making this an annual event!
Welcome Back Sunday September
Celebrating a new church year kicking off with the Creation Season, welcoming back our children to Sunday School. After the service we shared a delicious potluck meal with outdoor lawn games for all ages.
Celebrating a new church year kicking off with the Creation Season, welcoming back our children to Sunday School. After the service we shared a delicious potluck meal with outdoor lawn games for all ages.
Welcome Back Sunday fellowship, food and games
Celebration of New Ministry held June 12th
The Celebration of New Ministry for our new Priest-in-Charge, The Rev. Amanda Gerken-Nelson was held at St. Bart's on a beautiful afternoon at 4PM . The Rev. Cn. Michael Ambler presided with many Diocesan clergy in attendance. A joyful outdoor reception followed the service.
The Celebration of New Ministry for our new Priest-in-Charge, The Rev. Amanda Gerken-Nelson was held at St. Bart's on a beautiful afternoon at 4PM . The Rev. Cn. Michael Ambler presided with many Diocesan clergy in attendance. A joyful outdoor reception followed the service.
Spring Youth Service Program
Each spring the Youth program at St. Bart's chooses a community outreach organization to support. This year we chose the emergency domestic violence shelter, Through These Doors, located in Portland. Our congregation donated comforters, bed sheets, pajamas, coffee maker, coffee press, packs of diapers, potholders, underwear/bras, body wash, conditioner, lotion, deodorant and toothpaste.
Thank you for keeping the “light” of love and hope and peace shining for those experiencing domestic violence in our community!
Each spring the Youth program at St. Bart's chooses a community outreach organization to support. This year we chose the emergency domestic violence shelter, Through These Doors, located in Portland. Our congregation donated comforters, bed sheets, pajamas, coffee maker, coffee press, packs of diapers, potholders, underwear/bras, body wash, conditioner, lotion, deodorant and toothpaste.
Thank you for keeping the “light” of love and hope and peace shining for those experiencing domestic violence in our community!
St. Bart's families donate 20 Kits to Maine Needs!
As part of the Education program's Youth Spring Service Project for our Sunday School kids, our families contributed 20 "kits" to donate to the non-profit organization Maine Needs. Maine Needs will send these kits to families in need. The "kits" varied from "Moment for Mom" to "Spring Care" to "Cleaning and Toiletries." Our Education Coordinator, Pal Covie, said the non-profit was "thrilled and so thankful" for our donations. Thank you, St Bart’s kids and families!
As part of the Education program's Youth Spring Service Project for our Sunday School kids, our families contributed 20 "kits" to donate to the non-profit organization Maine Needs. Maine Needs will send these kits to families in need. The "kits" varied from "Moment for Mom" to "Spring Care" to "Cleaning and Toiletries." Our Education Coordinator, Pal Covie, said the non-profit was "thrilled and so thankful" for our donations. Thank you, St Bart’s kids and families!
Historical videos
Click here to view events from 1987: Field day" service; groundbreaking at Gilman Road with the Bishop; Christmas Eve service; and Easter.
Click here to view the last service held at our church location on Rte 1 in Yarmouth (now Clayton's) and our move to our current location in 1988.
Click here to view events from 1987: Field day" service; groundbreaking at Gilman Road with the Bishop; Christmas Eve service; and Easter.
Click here to view the last service held at our church location on Rte 1 in Yarmouth (now Clayton's) and our move to our current location in 1988.
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396 Gilman Road, Yarmouth, Maine, 04096
Church Office Phone: (207) 846-9244 Office email: [email protected] St Bart’s is a parish of the Diocese of Maine, of the Episcopal Church, a province of the Anglican Communion. |
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