What's New at Old South?
Bon Debarras | Thursday, November 1st | 6:15 p.m. Pre-Jam, 7:00 p.m. Concert
French Canadian Trio To Bring Soul Food To Old South The next concert is Thursday, November 1st and will feature French Canadian trio, Bon Debarras. The Montreal-based trio’s name roughly translates into “Good Riddance.” Bon Débarras spokesperson Jean-Francoise Dumas patiently explains that the choice of their quirky moniker was based on two things. “Bon Débarras has two meanings. One is ‘good riddance’ and good riddance is about getting rid of sorrow, anger and all negative energy. We let it go when we play music. We let it out. Also in French, débarras is a place to keep old stuff you don’t want to get rid of. We are like a storage closet where we can go and find traditional influences and inspiration.” Doors open at 6 pm, jam session kicks off at 6:15 pm with Bon Debarras will take the stage at 7 pm. Admission: Adults $15, Students $10/$5. Refreshments available by donation. Ticket reservations are recommended by calling 207-491-5919.
If you are interested in volunteering or able to help provide refreshments contact Debbie DavisRobinson, Hallie Yorks or Brenda Scribner. Church proceeds benefit the Capital Campaign Fund.
Bread for the World Sunday | Sunday, October 21st
Bread for the World Sunday is an opportunity for our church to join with others—in thousands of churches across the country—to live out God's vision of a world without hunger. Through our prayers for an end to hunger, letters, and phone calls to our nation's leaders, and financial support to Bread of the World, we can give bold witness to God's justice and mercy in the world. This year, Bread for the World Sunday will take place as the midterm elections approach. The outcome of those elections could have huge implications for people struggling with hunger and poverty all over the world. This is a moment when we can come together to pray for those who struggle with hunger—and rededicate ourselves to advocate for legislation that will help achieve the international goal of ending hunger by 2030. In the Gospel of Mark, Jesus tells his disciples that, “with God all things are possible.” (Mark 10: 27). In this spirit of God-given possibility, we invite your prayers and your actions for an end to hunger. Please join Outreach Justice and Witness as we recognize Bread for the World Sunday in worship, followed by letter writing in the vestry. All information and materials will be provided so that you can write letters to Senators and Representatives from Maine, while enjoying a bread coffee hour.
Ongoing
Coat and Cupboard | 1st Sunday of winter months | 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Our coat re-homing mission provided by our youth. We welcome members of the community to select warm coats, blankets, and more, starting Sunday, October 1st.
If you have gently-used outerwear that you'd like to donate, please contact Jodie, or drop off the items at the church (there are drop-off bins in the Vestry and by the Newman Wing door).
Women's Retreat 2018 | August 25–27 | Biddeford
We have reserved the Marie Joseph Spiritual Retreat Center in Biddeford Pool for the 2018 Women's Retreat Saturday, August 25 – Monday, August 27 (Saturday afternoon through Monday mid-day). The retreaters in 2017 loved this beautiful, seaside facility, and we look forward to being there again. You can check it out at www.mariejosephspiritual.org. The cost for the retreat is $240. Reserve your space today with a deposit of $35.
Confidential scholarship assistance and payment plans are available now through the church office. Payments may be made on a weekly, biweekly, or monthly basis in varying amounts. Please contact Phyllis (Phyllis@FarmingtonUCC.org or 778-0424) as soon as possible to make arrangements.
If you are interested in working on the retreat committee, please let Rev. Linda Hatch know.
The Pancakery | 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month | 11:30 am–12:30 pm | Old South side parking lot
UMF students are warmly invited to a free brunch, hosted by the Jr. Youth Group. We have a selection of "grab-and-go" fare, as well as hearty sit-down favorites. This "pop-up cafe" appears on the second and fourth Sunday of each month in the Vestry-side parking lot.
We will not have the Pancakery on Sunday, December 24th.
UMF students are warmly invited to a free brunch, hosted by the Jr. Youth Group. We have a selection of "grab-and-go" fare, as well as hearty sit-down favorites. This "pop-up cafe" appears on the second and fourth Sunday of each month in the Vestry-side parking lot.
We will not have the Pancakery on Sunday, December 24th.
Retirees Lunch | First Monday of every month | 12:00 p.m.
Join us for a meal and fellowship on the first Monday of every month.
Old South Community Lunch | 2nd Saturday of the month | 12:00 noon
Prepare or serve lunch to our neighbors the second Saturday of each month (September through June). If you can't come Saturday mornings, join the peeling-and-prep party the day before! Please contact Stan Wheeler for more information.
Annie's Bean Pole
Annie's Bean Pole reopens at Old South! Old South's Outreach, Justice and Witness Program has taken over the operation of Annie's Beanpole, a medical equipment lending library. All equipment is free of charge and with no due dates, to those who cannot afford it. Items include wheelchairs, shower seats, toilet extenders, bedside commodes, bed rails, OT devices, walkers, crutches, and exercise equipment. Hospital beds are not available. Donations of good quality medical equipment are gratefully accepted. Please contact the church at 778-0424 for more information.
Clynk bags
Have you picked up your Clynk bag at the fundraising table in the Vestry? Each green bag is labeled with Old South's registration number. Filled bags can be scanned and turned in at any Hannaford Store or the church. A portion of bottle deposit funds will be donated to the Franklin Association Honduras Partnership, with the remaining funds designated for the church.
Have you picked up your Clynk bag at the fundraising table in the Vestry? Each green bag is labeled with Old South's registration number. Filled bags can be scanned and turned in at any Hannaford Store or the church. A portion of bottle deposit funds will be donated to the Franklin Association Honduras Partnership, with the remaining funds designated for the church.
