9:30 a.m.: Adult Education (childcare provided)

-Adult Bible Study: We are studying Paul's letter to the church in Galatia. Led by  Beth Loughhead. We meet in the Mary Kuell room.



-Faith Journey: Led by Kent Harrop and Gloria Stoneham. We will explore what Jesus teaches about developing a meaningful, balanced life of prayer and reflect on our own experience with prayer...what works, what doesn't. New participants welcome! We meet in the staff conference room (main floor).

-Mae Patten: Led by Andrea Stackpole , this class studies the Scripture and other books, and discusses how it applies to our lives. We meet in the lounge.

11:00 a.m.: Worship

(and Multiage Children's Class)

Lent 2018: Now More Than Ever We Need Faithfulness and Forbearance

From Chaos to Creation

Scripture: Genesis 1: 1-5; Mark 1: 9-15

Rev. Julie Flowers, preaching

3:00 p.m. - Baptism Class

The class is for anyone in 8th grade or older considering being baptized on Easter Sunday. Those who are interested can contact Rev. Julie Flowers for more information.

4:00 p.m. - Middle School Fellowship

We will watch an Olympic-themed movie! Bring a favorite movie-watching snack to share. 



6:00 p.m. - Senior High Fellowship

Tai Chi led by Lisa LaPlante! Come dressed in comfortable clothes and bring a bottle of water to drink during the class. As a reminder, friends are always welcome to all fellowships!

Lent 2018

Lent is a forty day season that invites us to reflect on our relationship with God and what it means to live a life of faith. This Lent our theme is: Now More Than Ever We Need: Faithfulness and Forbearance (patient endurance). Faithfulness and forbearance are two "fruits of the Spirit" described in Galatians 5: 22-23. Consider inviting a friend to experience this deep and meaningful season at FBC. Sundays for Lent run from February 18 to Palm Sunday (March 25) and Easter (April 1).

Program highlights include:

*Daily Lenten Devotional (distributed throughout Lent) : Edited by FBC's Barbara Brann Weir, provides meaningful readings, poems, inspirational art to inspire and deepen your journey. Plus, activity packets for families, children, and youth.

*February 14th, Ash Wednesday: We'll mark the start of Lent with a shared worship at Saint Peters Episcopal Church at 12:10 p.m. (4 Ocean St, Beverly). 

*Anointing and Prayer:  Each Sunday in Lent we'll offer a "prayer and anointing station" 15 minutes before and following worship. An opportunity for individual prayer and anointing (a symbol of God's grace). Hosted by Kent Harrop , Bryan Vosseler and Karen Wood (on behalf of Spiritual Life Team), the station will be near the candle rack in Sanctuary. 

*Art project--Window to the Soul : You will find a windowpane with sea glass in the narthex. Each Sunday, place a few pieces of colored sea glass on the window pane. As we travel through this season of waiting and patience, let us create a lasting piece of art together -- art that represents what we, as a community of faith are faithful to and patient for.

 

When Lent comes to a close, and we arrive upon Easter we will have a beautiful sea-glass window. Through this window, we will view the soul of our community's faithfulness.

 

Two Faith Forums (in Chapel):

*February 25th, From Chaos to Creation with Rabbi Alison Adler of Temple B'nai Abraham : At 9:30 a.m. Rabbi Alison will lead a discussion based on Genesis 1: 1-2. The Bible teaches that chaos is an essential ingredient from which God brings creation and hope. 

*March 18th, Music and the Art of Soul making 9:30 a.m. hosted by Bryan Vosseler and musicians from FBC. How does music stir your soul?  

March 25th (Palm Sunday) Annual Palm Sunday Pancake Breakfast , served from 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. This breakfast is prepared by the Senior High Fellowship, and all money raised supports the Youth Ministry Programs of the church. The cost is $8 for adults and $5 for children and seniors, with a family maximum of $24. Please come and enjoy a delicious breakfast (and the sounds of Jesus Christ Superstar blasting from the kitchen!) and support our amazing youth groups!

March 25th Pilgrimage to Church of the Woods , Canterbury, NH: Travel by church van at 12:45 p.m. for a 3 p.m. worship service in the forest. Church of the Woods sanctuary is 100 acres. We will be guided in a "mindful walk" through the woods and fields to listen for the voice of the Creator. Under a canopy of trees, we will read from the Episcopal Book of Common Prayer and share the Eucharist. A meaningful way to begin Holy Week. This is a kid friendly event limited to ten people. RSVP to Kent Harrop . Dress for the weather. Return to FBC by 7 p.m. (with a stop for dinner)

THE ALL-CHURCH SKATING PARTY AT THE ROLLER PALACE!

Sunday, March 18 from 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Youth fellowships, church members, family, friends, neighbors–THE ENTIRE COMMUNITY- is invited to join us for a skate at the Roller Palace ( 130 Sohier Rd, Beverly) . There is no cost to skate (or to rent skates if needed!). The only money needed will be for any use of the snack bar; all food and drinks will be available for purchase, including pizzas. Invite a friend and come skate with us!