FEBRUARY 22, 2026
PARTICIPATING IN SUNDAY’S service are Tina Burke, Liturgist; Patty Ebner, Scripture Reader; Patty Ebner and Jeannette Kennedy, Ushers; and Dick Evans, video operator. Thank you to everyone!
THE WELLNESS GROUP is hosting a Heart Healthy Fellowship following Sunday’s service. February is American Heart Month, a nationwide observance that spotlights cardiovascular disease and was begun as a national call to take charge of your heart health. Join us for a heart-healthy and fun fellowship!
OUR LENTEN OUTREACH PROJECT is in support of Comfort Cases, an organization who believes every child should have their own bag of belongings when entering foster care. Backpacks are assembled with personal care items for children entering foster care. A list of items needed is in today’s bulletin; monetary donations are also appreciated. Please see Leslie Hinkle with any questions.
THE SCOUTS’ MULCH SALE is back for 2026. Please use one of the order forms in the narthex to order your premium mulch. The Scouts will deliver within five miles of St. Paul. This is high quality mulch at a good price, so don’t miss the opportunity. Completed order forms, with a check, can be placed in the Scouts mailbox in the upper hallway.
DAILY LENTEN DEVOTION CALLS have started and will continue each weekday throughout Lent. To participate, call 301.715.8592, and enter meeting code 842 5753 3200#. You will be asked for a participant ID, simply enter #. You will then be asked for a password, which is 123456#. If you need assistance or are having trouble connecting, please contact either Maryjean, 240.401.9950 or Chris Avedisian, 301.807.4115. If you did not get a devotional pamphlet, please see Maryjean.
BIBLE STUDIES will take place this week on Wednesday, March 14. Gather & Grow will meet at 11:30 am in Room 9 and via Zoom. The Pastor’s Evening Bible Study will meet at 7:00 pm, also in Room 9 and via Zoom.
MINISTRY IN MOTION is fast approaching and will take place on Saturday, March 7, from 10:30 to 1:00 in the Social Hall. Pastor Laray will lead this mission planning meeting, and all are invited. This is your church, and your input is valuable. Brunch will be provided, so it is important that you RSVP via email to Pastor Laray or Maryjean (larayw194@gmail.com, stpaul208@aol.com) or use the sign-up sheet in the narthex. Thank you.
A TRUSTEE CLEAN-UP DAY has been scheduled for Saturday, March 14, beginning at 9:00 am. We will be vacuuming and cleaning the pews and other wood surfaces in the sanctuary, as well as other small projects as needed. It usually takes about three to four hours to accomplish what is needed, so you will be home in time for lunch!
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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.
