MARCH 1, 2026
PARTICIPATING IN SUNDAY’S service are Melanie Shullenbarger, Liturgist; Jeannette Kennedy, Scripture Reader; Betty and Gene Darnell, Ushers; and Lou Bland, video operator. Thank you to everyone!
SUNDAY IS COMMUNION SUNDAY and envelopes are provided for those who would like to donate to the Pastor’s Discretionary Fund, the purpose of which is to provide assistance to people in our community who are facing financial emergencies.
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. Completed order forms, with a check, can be placed in the collection plate or in the Scouts mailbox in the upper hallway.
DAILY LENTEN DEVOTION CALLS 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#.
BIBLE STUDIES will take place this week on Wednesday, March 4. 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 will take place next 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. 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 cleaning the pews and other wood surfaces in the sanctuary, as well as other small projects as needed. It will take about three to four hours to accomplish what is needed, so you will be home in time for lunch!
WORSHIP LEADERSHIP forms are included in today’s bulletin. Volunteers are an important part of each Sunday service. Please complete the form and return it via the collection plate. 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.
