NOVEMBER 8, 2026
PARTICIPATING IN TODAY’S service are Maryjean Spencer, Liturgist; Jane Evans, Scripture Reader; Betty and Gene Darnell, Ushers. Thanks to everyone for their service!
CHILI SUNDAY is here! Join us after service for a lively fellowship of chili with all the fixings! There will be a few different types of chili for everyone to sample. We look forward to spending time together.
THE ST. PAUL NEWSLETTER for November through January was delivered via email earlier this week. There are copies of the calendar portion in the narthex. Please take one home! There are lots of events to keep track of over the next few months. If you would like a printed copy of the entire newsletter, please reach out to Maryjean.
VETERAN’S DAY is Wednesday, November 11. Today’s bulletin includes a listing of family members and friends of the St. Paul congregation who have served our country with honor.
BIBLE STUDIES continue this week on Wednesday, November 11. Gather & Grow will be held at 11:30 am, in Room 9 and via Zoom. Digging Deeper starts at 6:45 pm via Zoom only. Everyone is welcome to join these studies, and you can jump in any time. If you have questions, please reach out to Pastor Laray.
THANKSGIVING EVE service will be held on Wednesday, November 25, at 7:00 pm. The service will take place at Mt. Tabor UMC, 24115 Laytonsville Road, Gaithersburg, MD. Light refreshments will be served following the service.
THE WELLNESS GROUP has confirmed the next Games & Gumbo will take place on Tuesday, December 15, from 12:00 to 2:00 pm in the Hall. Bring your favorite board game and join us for an afternoon filled with fun, friendly competition, and delicious gumbo!
OUTREACH Our holiday tradition of collecting non-perishable food items for the Damascus HELP Food Pantry has begun. Many are in need at this time of year, so please prayerfully consider donating as you are able. The collection box is in the narthex, as well as a list of most needed items. The Christmas Angel Outreach Project will begin on Sunday, December 6.
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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.