APRIL 26, 2026
PARTICIPATING IN SUNDAY’S service are Larry Halvorson, Liturgist; Michele Halvorson, Scripture Reader; Michele Halvorson and Dee Nelson, Ushers; and Dick Evans, video operator. Thank you to everyone!
THERE WILL BE A TIME OF FELLOWSHIP following today’s service. Many thanks to Michele and Larry Halvorson who have provided today’s refreshments. If you can take a turn providing refreshments for a fellowship Sunday, please use the sign-up sheet in the narthex. Fellowship time is much enjoyed by the St. Paul family, so all help is appreciated.
BIBLE STUDIES will take place this week on Wednesday, April 29. Gather & Grow will meet at 11:30 am, and the Pastor’s Bible Study will meet at 7:00 pm. Both studies are offered in person in Room 9 and via Zoom.
THE OLNEY HUB will hold its first Clergy/Laity meeting, to include the pastors from the Hub churches and representatives from each congregation. Please let Pastor Laray know if you plan on attending. The meeting will begin at 6:00 pm on Thursday, April 30.
SHARP STREET UMC will present A Springtime Melody of Music featuring The Sharp Street Singers on Sunday, May 3, at 4:00 pm. Make plans to join the Sharp Street congregation as they glorify the Lord through song. See the flyer available in the narthex.
THE 2026 NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER is Thursday, May 7. We will join believers across the nation in observing this sacred time to come together in unity, humility, and faith as we lift our hearts before the Lord. We will gather three times throughout the day for intentional moments of devotion and prayer: 8:00-8:15 am (Zoom only); 12:00-1:00 pm (Sanctuary & Zoom); and 6:00-7:00 pm (Sanctuary & Zoom). Please see the flyer included in today’s bulletin for more information.
THE MOTHER’S DAY TEA will take place on Sunday, May 10, following service. Please consider providing a dish to share for this much-loved and well-attended event. If you are able to help out, please use the sign-up sheet in the narthex. Many thanks in advance.
OUR FIRST OUTDOOR WORSHIP will take place on Sunday, May 24, at 9:30 am. We will once again meet at Sundown Park, and the service will be followed by a potluck luncheon. Larry Halvorson will be our guest preacher for the day, and he promises to bring the sunshine! Mark your calendars now for this popular event!
THE ST. PAUL YARD SALE will be held on Saturday, May 30, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. If you would like a table, please let the office know at stpaul208@aol.com or call Maryjean at 240-401-9950. Please tell your friends and neighbors that tables are available and the fee is $10 each. We are hoping for a good turnout and great weather!
THE ST PAUL BLOOD DRIVE will be held on Tuesday, June 16, from 2:00 to 7:00 pm. A single blood donation can save up to three lives. We need to obtain an estimated headcount and ensure we have the required number of donors, so if you are interested, please use the sign-up sheet in the narthex or email the office at stpaul208@aol.com. Thank you!
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OUR WORSHIP SERVICES continue to be available via Zoom and You Tube Live. Go to Upcoming Events for direct links to each gathering.
WAYS TO SUPPORT THE CHURCH with your tithes and offerings:
- At in-person services, offering plates are in the back of the sanctuary.
- Mail checks to St. Paul UMC, PO Box 5006, Laytonsville, MD 20882.
- Set up direct bill pay through your bank.
- Give online here, where you can pay using your bank account or credit card and set up recurring payments if you’d like.
