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The Sunday service starts at 9:30 AM. Masks are optional. Masks are provided for those who would like to wear them. Click here for further information on protocols to maintain the well-being of our parishioners. Click here for information on each Sunday's service.
2023 schedule for our new Youth Education Program
Every month we will hold Sunday School classes as usual on the first Sunday of the month.
Our desire is to have this be the one “special” Sunday that families could reserve for their children to be at church. Children are always welcome in the church service and encouraged to participate in the children's homily.
During the third week of the month we will offer a special event for youth participation. These events will range from fellowship and fun to Outreach volunteering. Upcoming events:
Sunday Services New Time
The Sunday service starts at 9:30 AM. Masks are optional. Masks are provided for those who would like to wear them. Click here for further information on protocols to maintain the well-being of our parishioners. Click here for information on each Sunday's service.
2023 schedule for our new Youth Education Program
Every month we will hold Sunday School classes as usual on the first Sunday of the month.
Our desire is to have this be the one “special” Sunday that families could reserve for their children to be at church. Children are always welcome in the church service and encouraged to participate in the children's homily.
- First half 2023 Sunday School dates: January 8th, February 5th, March 5th, April 2nd, May 7th, June 4th.
During the third week of the month we will offer a special event for youth participation. These events will range from fellowship and fun to Outreach volunteering. Upcoming events:
- March 26th: Gather after church to design the t-shirt logo for the May Day of Service.
- April 9th, children are invited to attend our Easter service at 9:30 am. Easter Egg hunt after the service.
- May 6th: Day of Service on May 6th. Click here for more information.
- June 17th: Join Episcopal Maine Youth to Walk in Portland Pride Parade. See Events below for further information.
- June 24th: Sea Dogs Game. See Events below for further information.
Upcoming Events
Diocese Youth to Walk in Portland Pride Parade June 17th
St Bart's youth are invited to join Episcopal Maine Youth to walk in the annual Portland Pride Parade on June 17th. Youth will gather at 11 AM by the statue in Monument Square. Please contact a member of the Education Committee if you would like to participate. Jean Burr , Pal Covie , Mary Curlew, Harriet Davis , and Carla Hunt.
St Bart's youth are invited to join Episcopal Maine Youth to walk in the annual Portland Pride Parade on June 17th. Youth will gather at 11 AM by the statue in Monument Square. Please contact a member of the Education Committee if you would like to participate. Jean Burr , Pal Covie , Mary Curlew, Harriet Davis , and Carla Hunt.
Monthly Spirit Walks: June walk at Pineland
Join us Thursday, June 15th at Pineland Campus and Gardens. We will meet at 10AM. Click here for more information or contact Celeste Pascarella.
Join us Thursday, June 15th at Pineland Campus and Gardens. We will meet at 10AM. Click here for more information or contact Celeste Pascarella.
Sea Dogs Game Saturday June 24th
Come out to join Slugger and your St. Bart’s family for a night at the ballpark on Saturday, June 24th! The gates open at 4:30 pm and game time is 6:00 pm. A fun way to kick off summer with your church friends. We have reserved a block of seats for our crew from St. Bart’s. Tickets are $9 each. St. Bart’s can cover the cost of your ticket if the price is a barrier for you to attend – please let us know.
Please contact Pal Covie or the St Bart's office if you have questions and to find out where to purchase tickets.
Come out to join Slugger and your St. Bart’s family for a night at the ballpark on Saturday, June 24th! The gates open at 4:30 pm and game time is 6:00 pm. A fun way to kick off summer with your church friends. We have reserved a block of seats for our crew from St. Bart’s. Tickets are $9 each. St. Bart’s can cover the cost of your ticket if the price is a barrier for you to attend – please let us know.
Please contact Pal Covie or the St Bart's office if you have questions and to find out where to purchase tickets.
June 25, 4 PM Evensong
On June 25th at 4 PM, the St Bart's choir, led by our Music Director Christina Edelen, will perform a final Evensong for the season. This is a contemplative service in the Episcopal tradition.
Please be sure to join us a sign off for a wonderful season at St Bart's before folks head off for summer activities.
Click here for a full event calendar.
Recent Events
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.
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 on February 21st from 6 - 8 PM. 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. Thanks to Mary Curlew for organizing this fun event.
The Youth Education Committee and Membership Committee co-sponsored a Shrove Tuesday Supper on February 21st from 6 - 8 PM. 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. Thanks to Mary Curlew for organizing this fun event.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper and Mardi Gras festivities
Sledding Party for Youth and Families--A great turnout on January 22nd
The Youth Education Committee was excited to hold this month's special youth and family event of Sledding at 2pm 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.
The Youth Education Committee was excited to hold this month's special youth and family event of Sledding at 2pm 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.
New Member Sunday, January 8, 2023
A wonderful celebration of our new members was held January 8th, our first Sunday worship of 2023. The service included a brief liturgy of welcome for 15 new members of St. Bart’s, followed by a special reception with a commemorative cake. If you’re interested in becoming a member, please contact Amanda (amanda@stbartsyarmouth.org), Susie Soule (susiesoule@gmail.com) or Anne Berg (bergav73@gmail.com).
A wonderful celebration of our new members was held January 8th, our first Sunday worship of 2023. The service included a brief liturgy of welcome for 15 new members of St. Bart’s, followed by a special reception with a commemorative cake. If you’re interested in becoming a member, please contact Amanda (amanda@stbartsyarmouth.org), Susie Soule (susiesoule@gmail.com) or Anne Berg (bergav73@gmail.com).
New Members Sunday--January 8th, 2023
Annual Christmas Fair held December 3rd
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. Click here for more from the photo gallery!
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. Click here for more from the photo gallery!
Christmas Fair buzzes with activity
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