AUGUST, August Sermon Series Bad Girls of the Bible. Bangor First United Methodist Church E s s e x S t r e e t, B a n g o r M a i n e

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1 Bangor First United Methodist Church E s s e x S t r e e t, B a n g o r M a i n e Cross Talk For Information... Phone: fumcbgr@myfairpont.net Website: (Sermon podcasts available) Facebook: First Included in this issue. This n That 2-4 Bishop s Day 2 District Resource Day 3 4 Food Cupboard 4 My 5 Memory New Coffee Fellowship 5 Meetings / Events 6 Prayer requests 6 Birthdays 7 Worship Assistants 8 AUGUST, 2017 August Sermon Series Bad Girls of the Bible During the month of August we ll explore some of the biblical stories of women who have traditionally been portrayed as vamps and tramps. Was Delilah really a double-crossing femme fatale? Was Jezebel a jezebel? Was the woman at the well a vixen or a victim? How did Mary Magdalene get such a bad reputation? Join us as we take a closer look at the Bad Girls of the Bible. August 6: A Bad Hair Day (Judges 16:4-21) We ll put our preconceived notions of Delilah aside as we take a closer look at the story of her betrayal of Sampson. August 13: A Bad Girl or BAD Girl? (1 Kings 21:1-16) Just who was Jezebel and how did she earn such a bad reputation? We ll revisit the biblical stories about this notorious queen of Israel. August 20: Looking Below the Surface (John 4:4-19, 27-30, 39-41) A pair of monologues this day will help us hear the familiar story of the Samaritan woman at the well in a new way. The United Methodist Church OPEN HEARTS August 27: Apostle to the Apostles (Luke 8:1-3) Who exactly was Mary Magdelene and how much of what we think we know is actually in the Bible? OPEN MINDS OPEN DOORS

2 CROSS TALK PAGE 2 This N That... Bishop's Day VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL July 31-August 4 9:00-12:00 noon Ages 3-11 Registration forms are available in the church office, on the website at or at the door. HEART HEALTHY BEAN SUPPER Saturday, August 26 5:00-6:00 Come bring your friends and family and enjoy all kinds of beans, hot dogs, heart healthy salads, Mac & cheese, American chop suey, rolls & pie. Bishop Devadhar will be here in Northern Maine on Monday, August 28th at. He has asked that we have a picnic potluck and would like to see 100 people or more there. We will gather at Bangor First UMC to hear what the Bishop has to tell us and to strengthen our connectional ties. Methodist are known for making great connections when gathered around the table with food! If each church came with the pastor and a member of the laity we could exceed the Bishop s goal of 100 people. Mark your calendars, get out your best pot luck casserole dishes, and join us for this very special event. SANCTUARY FLOWERS If you would like a bouquet of flowers placed in the Sanctuary on Sunday mornings in honor of a special person or event, in memory of a loved one, or to the glory of God, please contact the church office at: or by at: fumcbgr@myfairpoint.net at least 2 weeks prior to the date you would like to have flowers placed. (Cost of flowers is $20.00.) Adults $8.00 Children under 12 years $3.00 Family $20.00 Beans on Wheels home delivery is available by calling the church of- The Fellowship Choir and the bell choir will begin rehearsals soon. If you would like to be part of the choir or have questions. Contact John Haskell.

3 PAGE 3 This N That.Cont. Northern Maine District Resource Day AUGUST 19, :00 am - 3:00 pm HOULTON UMC, 57 Military St, Houlton The goal of this resource day is to empower laity to become leaders in the practice of individual and communal generosity as a spiritual discipline. Bring a team from your congregation to learn the biblical, personal, and practical perspectives of stewardship and generosity and how to apply it to the life of your faith community. Share together in this learning and interactive process AND bring your pastor as well! TOPICS TO INCLUDE: THEOLOGY OF GIVING What do the scriptures tell us about giving? GENEROSITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY What forms our understanding of giving? BEST PRACTICES IN STEWARDSHIP Sharing our stories A LIFESTYLE OF GENEROSITY Steps we can take to grow in our personal spiritual practices PRESENTERS: Gary Melville / Jim Mentzer / David Abbott / and YOU! $10 pp for Lunch & Materials Give the District Office a call at to make reservations NEWS FROM SUNDAY SCHOOL We are looking for volunteers for Sunday school teachers and assistants this fall. If you are interested in volunteering, please speak with Nancy Isaacs or Rachel Downs. We follow the FUMC Safe Sanctuary Policy which requires 2 certified adults in each classroom and the nursery. All workers in our Christian Ed groups must have Safe Sanctuaries training. Video and Discussion Series Sundays at 8:30 AM This series of videos features thinkers and theologians, authors and storytellers who share what has happened in their own lives and invite us to reflect on how we might join with them in stepping into a better place. August 6 A New Place as Being Unashamed: Erwin McManus, Naked and Unashamed August 13 A New Place as Rebirth: Glennon Doyle Melton, Rebirth and Recovery August 20 A New Place as Dying to Self: Richard Rohr, Death and Transformation August 27 A New Place as a Life of Grace: Brennan Manning, Over and Over September 3 A New Place as Seeing: Richard Rohr, Learning to See September 10 A New Place as Finding Goodness: Jean Vanier, "Everyone is Beautiful" Preview available at: /

4 PAGE 4 COMMUNITY MEALS FOR AUGUST AUGUST MEALS August 3: Sloppy Joes August 10: Hot Turkey Roll August 17 Roast beef sandwich August 24: Assorted salads August 31: Pot Luck AUGUST NEEDS August 3: Desserts or plain chips August 10: Desserts or plain chips August 17: Desserts or plain chips August 24: Desserts August 31: A salad or dessert FOOD CUPBOARD FOCUS FOR AUGUST During the month of August we are asking for donations of the following items for the food cupboard: *Mac & cheese *Hamburger Helper *Rice a Roni *Canned tuna, chicken or Vienna sausages *Soup *Condiments *Toiletries Updating Contact Info. If you have changed your phone number, or home address please let the office know so we can keep our contacts current. Maranatha Band Concert September 7th Come enjoy some special Dominican dishes at the then join in musical worship with this spirited Dominican Republic Band! BASKETS & MORE BASKETS. We were very successful in selling baskets for the 2016 church fair. Be on the lookout for clearance & closing sales for baskets & items to fill your 2017 basket! Questions? Contact Roz Fisher at or by at osurosalyn1960@gmail.com QR code for smart phones that will take you directly to the FUMC electronic donation page.

5 PAGE 5 NEWS FROM.. And MEMORY JOGGERS My and Memory August themes are Garden Vegetables, It Takes Two, Watermelon, Pieces of 8, Toys, County Fair, Brown Cow, Vacations, Monarchs, Lemons, Frogs and Turtles, Tater Time, Pickle Day and Joggings. Because of the increased need in our community for adult day care services, we are adding another day to My. Starting the second Wednesday in September we will be opening My in the family room from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. If you are interested in helping us with this endeavor, please me at myfriendsplaceprogram@gmail.com or call Our new website is now up and running. Please check us out at If you haven t already, please Like Us and Share Us on facebook at My / Memory, Bangor, ME Blessings, Dottie England, Director SPIRIT WEEKEND COFFEE FELLOWSHIP AUGUST TEAMS: Team F: August 6: Gregg Stewart, Ann Marie Boudreau, Peter & Sandra Burke Team G: August 13: Lisa Swett & Jaddah, Deb, Rebekah & Hannah Friedman Team H: August 20: Hillson & Sally Beal, Geoff & Deedra Dapice Team I: August 27: Jim, Jane & JB Burkhart, Wayne Griffeth-Hurst SEPTEMBER 23-24, HEART HEALTHY BEAN SUPPER.. 5:00-6:00 on Saturday Followed at 6:30 by a concert with. ROO AND FRIENDS! Come Spirit, Come!!!!!

6 PAGE 6 August Meetings / Events at Bangor First UMC Ongoing Group Meetings Food Addicts in Recovery meet each Monday at 6:30 Meetings: August 2: FLIA Childcare committee; 6:00 August 6: Worship Committee August 22: Ad Council August 27: Evangelism Sept 9: UMW September 25: Keenagers Events: Informal Worship Thursdays at 6:00 Sundays at 8:30: Prayer series (Beginning July 23) Vacation Bible School July 31- August 4: 9:00-12:00 noon Christian Education 10:45 (2nd-4th Sundays) Bangor Chorus rehearses every Tuesday at 6:30 (Sept-May) Toymakers meet each Monday evening at 6:00 Cub Scouts meet on Wednesdays at 6:00 (Sept-June) Delta Kappa Gamma meets monthly (Sept June) on the first Monday. EAAA : Tuesdays; Noon Betty Jean H. George R. Avis P. Bill P. Page & Tom C. Tammy B. Dawn R. Bob & Jackie L. Bill & Tammy Sherwood Jill S. Peg S. Roy W. Judi C. Bob & Ben C. Adam S. Sarah K. Geneva I. Chuck S. Loriain P. Eliana B. Quinn B. Our church leaders The Bangor Area Street Pastors Prayer Requests Into your hands Heavenly Father we entrust these people who are in need of your healing touch, knowledge of your presence, and your comfort. Sustain them in good days and bad. Help them to feel your loving presence with them during every difficulty, for you are always there ahead of any circumstance. Watch over all those who are in need. Help them to feel that you are always near them and know that all they need do is look to YOU for comfort and for strength. In Your loving name we pray. Amen I raise my eyes toward the mountains. Where will my help come from? My help comes from the LORD, the maker of heaven and earth. God won t let your foot slip. Your protector won t fall asleep on the job. No! Israel s protector never sleeps or rests! The LORD is your protector; the LORD is your shade right beside you. The sun won t strike you by day; neither will the moon at night. The LORD will protect you from all evil; God will protect your very life. The LORD will protect you on your journeys whether going or coming from now until forever from now. Psalm 121 Common English Bible

7 Birthdays PAGE 7 AUGUST, 2017 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Heather Haskins Hannah & Rebekah Friedman Dom Swett Jill Smith James Burkhart Marcia Biggane Geoff Dapice Peter Burke Barbara Fister Linda Morris Isabella Cottle Barbara Warner 27 Phyllis Barton 28 Polly Goding Marion Galligan Lonna Sequin Happy Birthday To you To Jesus be true God Bless you and keep you the whole year through!

8 PAGE 8 Worship Assistants for August, 2017 ***If you are unable to cover the date for which you are scheduled please arrange for a substitute or call the person who contacted you or give the office a call. Readers Trustees Media & Media Sound Techs 6 Morgan Downs 13 Bob Allen 20 Lesley Whittington 27 Gary Shaffer 6 Pat Woodbury 13 Andy Moody 20 Ben Isaacs 27 Gregg Stewart Geoff Dapice Wayne Griffith-Hurst Sound Jim Burkhart Greeters for the 10:30 am Traditional Worship Sanctuary Door Essex Essex Street Street Door Back Door 6 Dale & Julie Brownie 13 David & Baerbel Pelkey 20 Polly Goding 27 Hillson & Sally Beal 6 Ruth Shepardson 13 Sherry Robinson 20 Barbara Wais 27 Linda Folsom 6 Charlotte Witham 13 Emmanuelle Dogbo 20 Linda Folsom 27 Linda Thrush Newsletter Deadline Worship Schedule Sunshine..a gift from God! Deadline for information for the September newsletter is August 21. Information may be submitted in written form, via or by phone. Pathways to God 8:30 Traditional Worship Service: 10:30 Christian Ed for children at 10:45 (2nd-4th Sundays) Informal Worship: Thursdays at 6:00

9 PAGE 9 Bangor First United Methodist Church Calendar for. August, 2017 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 31 VACATION 1 2 6:00 FLIA Committee mtg BIBLE :00 My Frie nd s Place SCHOOL :30 Pathways 10:30 Worship 11:45: Worship Committee 6:00: Toymakers 6:00: FAIR 10:00 My :30 Pathways 10:30 Worship Communion no Sunday school 6:00: Toymakers 6:00: FAIR 6:00: BCC 10:00 My :30 Pathways 10:30 Worship 10:45 Summer Sunday School 6:00 Toymakers 6:00 FAIR Ad Council 10:00 My Bean Supper 5:00-6: :30 Pathways 10:30 Worship 10:45: Summer Sunday School Bible Study; 1:00 resumes 9/11/17 6:00 Toymakers 6:00 FAIR Bishop s Day Pot Luck pm 6:00 BCC EAAA meeting 11:00-2:00