News and Events
Click on the items below for our recent newsletters and other church communications. Scroll down for News and Events.
Click on the items below for our recent newsletters and other church communications. Scroll down for News and Events.
News
Sunday Services are in-person at 9 AM
Our Services start at 9 AM in person, 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.
New schedule for our Youth Program
Here is our new Youth Education Program Calendar
Sunday Services are in-person at 9 AM
Our Services start at 9 AM in person, 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.
New schedule for our Youth Program
Here is our new Youth Education Program Calendar
- 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. We also offer the opportunity for children to be acolytes.
- 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, usually on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon or evening. These events will range from fellowship to Outreach volunteering to guest speakers with discussion groups. Many events will include food!
- Our January event was a sledding party at Valhalla Country Club in Cumberland on January 22nd at 2 PM. Details have been sent in a special email to families. See Events below for further information.
- Click here for more information on the month-to-month schedule.
Events
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
Advent Recital with Duo Edelen performing on Harpsichord and Cello, November 27th at 4 PM
A packed audience filled the sanctuary and choir loft for this beautiful performance. Comprised of Baroque cello and harpsichord, Duo Edelen has performed together since 1983. Fred most recently served as assistant solo cellist with the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra; Christina (Music Director at St. Bart's) has built a wide-ranging career as an early keyboard specialist, choral conductor and organist. They have recently returned to live in Maine. A beautiful and serene way to start off the Advent season!
A packed audience filled the sanctuary and choir loft for this beautiful performance. Comprised of Baroque cello and harpsichord, Duo Edelen has performed together since 1983. Fred most recently served as assistant solo cellist with the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra; Christina (Music Director at St. Bart's) has built a wide-ranging career as an early keyboard specialist, choral conductor and organist. They have recently returned to live in Maine. A beautiful and serene way to start off the Advent season!
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. Thanks to all who organized the event and provided delicious snacks of all kinds. We should plan on making this an annual event!
Over 40 St Bart's folks and friends enjoyed a fun evening of contra dancing. The caller and musicians were terrific. Thanks to all who organized the event and provided delicious snacks of all kinds. We should plan on making this an annual event!
14th Annual Art Show a huge success
The Yarmouth Art Festival is a premier juried showcase for Maine artists launched by St. Bart's in 2009. This year we raised $15,000 in net funds which will be donated to three of our Outreach programs: Yarmouth Food Pantry, Friendship House and St. Elizabeth’s Essentials Pantry. Many thanks to Joe Michaud and the countless volunteers who continue to make this annual event a growing success.
The Yarmouth Art Festival is a premier juried showcase for Maine artists launched by St. Bart's in 2009. This year we raised $15,000 in net funds which will be donated to three of our Outreach programs: Yarmouth Food Pantry, Friendship House and St. Elizabeth’s Essentials Pantry. Many thanks to Joe Michaud and the countless volunteers who continue to make this annual event a growing success.
Maine Marathon Water Stop on October 2nd brings out St Bart's volunteers of all ages
Thanks to our youth and adult volunteers who helped support the runners by cheering them on and providing water and other refreshment.
Thanks to our youth and adult volunteers who helped support the runners by cheering them on and providing water and other refreshment.
Blessing of the Animals Service October 2nd a great turnout
Weather and pets cooperated for a lovely outdoor service. The pets and humans were serenaded by the choir, supported by Choir Director Christina Edelen on piano and Fred Edelen's stunning cello accompaniment.
Welcome Back Sunday September 11th at 9 am
We had a wonderful turnout to celebrate a new church year kicking off with the Creation Season, welcoming back our children to Sunday School and our choir with our new Organist and Choir Director Christina Edelman. After the service we shared a delicious potluck meal with outdoor lawn games for all ages.
We had a wonderful turnout to celebrate a new church year kicking off with the Creation Season, welcoming back our children to Sunday School and our choir with our new Organist and Choir Director Christina Edelman. After the service we shared a delicious potluck meal with outdoor lawn games for all ages.
Welcome Back Sunday fellowship, food and games
Annual Lobster Bake Fundraiser--We sold 100 dinners!
This year's Lobster-Bake-to-Go was another success. We raised about $4,000 and our net proceeds will be going to our Outreach program YCHI (Yarmouth Compassionate Housing Initiative). Fun was had by all as we prepared the meals and delivered them as cars pulled up. Thanks to Captain Jeff, his deck hand Tom and all the volunteers who put together the Lobster dinners to go.
This year's Lobster-Bake-to-Go was another success. We raised about $4,000 and our net proceeds will be going to our Outreach program YCHI (Yarmouth Compassionate Housing Initiative). Fun was had by all as we prepared the meals and delivered them as cars pulled up. Thanks to Captain Jeff, his deck hand Tom and all the volunteers who put together the Lobster dinners to go.
Cap'n Jeff assisted by Tom, bags lined up to go, curbside service, Rev Amanda checks in with Cap'n Jeff
Spirit Walks planned throughout the fall
A series of "Spirit Walks" have been planned for the summer and fall. The first was held at the Spear Farm Estuary in Yarmouth and the second was held at the Evergreen Cemetery in Portland. There are so many lovely places to explore...why not discover them together and meet more of our church community?
A series of "Spirit Walks" have been planned for the summer and fall. The first was held at the Spear Farm Estuary in Yarmouth and the second was held at the Evergreen Cemetery in Portland. There are so many lovely places to explore...why not discover them together and meet more of our church community?
A beautiful morning for Spirit Walk participants at the Spear Farm Estuary
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. As Amanda said in her introductory letter: “My calling in life is to preach the good news of Christ’s love, to care for God’s people who diligently seek to live out their grace-filled callings as disciples, to wrestle with God’s people as we explore the scriptures and ponder what holy texts are being written today, to administer the sacraments as they reveal God’s presence in our lives: I am called to be a pastor.” Visit our Clergy page to learn more about Amanda and or other team leaders.
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