Sunday, July 31
We will be worshiping at the Hedding Campground in Epping, New Hampshire.
WORSHIP TIME: 10:30 AM (There will be a choir rehearsal at 9:30 AM and any are welcomed and encouraged to take part.)
WORSHIP LOCATION: Most likely out-of doors
DIRECTIONS TO THE CAMP: With average traffic, the trip from Malden to the camp takes about an hour. I had attached a PDF file to a mass email which contained turn-by-turn directions to the camp. Also, if you search HEDDING CAMP, Epping New Hamsphire in either Google Maps or on the WAZE app on your smart phone, you should be able to find guidance there. I believe that there is a $1 cash toll each way of the trip.
RIDE-SHARING: If you plan to go but are unable or unwilling to drive, there, most likely, is a space in a car for you! Call me no later than Saturday, noon, to secure a ride.
WHAT TO BRING: Two things: First, lunch is not being provided, but drinks will be. Bring a brown bag lunch – and if possible, place that inside of a plastic zip-locked freezer bag. Drivers plan to have coolers with ice in their cars to help keep lunches cold. Secondly, bring a folding/camp chair to sit in during worship, and then outdoors throughout the day.
ENDING TIME: This should be discussed with your driver. You're most certainly welcomed to enjoy the campground facilities all day, including the swimming pond. Keep in mind, that during late afternoon and early evening times, there can be significant back-ups at Hampton tolls area that could increase your drive time home.
IF YOU'RE NOT PLANNING TO BE THERE: Unfortunately, we will be not be able to ZOOM this service, but a recorded web version will be posted here on our church's website on Sunday morning at http://www.mbcmalden.net/sunday-morning-worship1.html
While the pastor is away...
I am looking to take a break for rest, family time and spiritual renewal from Monday, August 1 through Sunday, August 28.
I have been grateful to you all, year after year, for allowing me this time. My desire is to come back ready to serve God and our community with each and every one of you – in even more exciting and innovative ways than we have before.
You may have a need that requires attention while I am away. Our leadership team will be overseeing the OFFICE PHONE during these weeks. Should you have a need and call,one of them will either pick up, or respond to a message that you leave within a reasonable time frame.
That number is 781-322-2636.
May I also encourage you to keep current with your tithes and offerings during the month of August by sending them directly to our Financial Secretary/Treasurer's home.
Sundays, August 7, 14, 21 and 28
You are encouraged to join with our brothers and sisters at the First Baptist Church of Melrose on these Sundays.
These services will begin at 10 AM and will be held outdoors on their church lawn, weather permitting – indoors, otherwise.
While our usual ZOOM option will NOT be available during these Sundays, FBC Melrose does live-stream their service via YouTube and they will be able to be viewed live from the home page of their website - https://www.melrosefbc.org/
Labor Day Weekend Sunday – September 4
We'll be back together inside of the FBC, Melrose building at 11:00 AM for worship, Be looking for information about an annual in September, as well, as we pray and plan for what may be next for the ministry of Maplewood Baptist Church.
We will be worshiping at the Hedding Campground in Epping, New Hampshire.
WORSHIP TIME: 10:30 AM (There will be a choir rehearsal at 9:30 AM and any are welcomed and encouraged to take part.)
WORSHIP LOCATION: Most likely out-of doors
DIRECTIONS TO THE CAMP: With average traffic, the trip from Malden to the camp takes about an hour. I had attached a PDF file to a mass email which contained turn-by-turn directions to the camp. Also, if you search HEDDING CAMP, Epping New Hamsphire in either Google Maps or on the WAZE app on your smart phone, you should be able to find guidance there. I believe that there is a $1 cash toll each way of the trip.
RIDE-SHARING: If you plan to go but are unable or unwilling to drive, there, most likely, is a space in a car for you! Call me no later than Saturday, noon, to secure a ride.
WHAT TO BRING: Two things: First, lunch is not being provided, but drinks will be. Bring a brown bag lunch – and if possible, place that inside of a plastic zip-locked freezer bag. Drivers plan to have coolers with ice in their cars to help keep lunches cold. Secondly, bring a folding/camp chair to sit in during worship, and then outdoors throughout the day.
ENDING TIME: This should be discussed with your driver. You're most certainly welcomed to enjoy the campground facilities all day, including the swimming pond. Keep in mind, that during late afternoon and early evening times, there can be significant back-ups at Hampton tolls area that could increase your drive time home.
IF YOU'RE NOT PLANNING TO BE THERE: Unfortunately, we will be not be able to ZOOM this service, but a recorded web version will be posted here on our church's website on Sunday morning at http://www.mbcmalden.net/sunday-morning-worship1.html
While the pastor is away...
I am looking to take a break for rest, family time and spiritual renewal from Monday, August 1 through Sunday, August 28.
I have been grateful to you all, year after year, for allowing me this time. My desire is to come back ready to serve God and our community with each and every one of you – in even more exciting and innovative ways than we have before.
You may have a need that requires attention while I am away. Our leadership team will be overseeing the OFFICE PHONE during these weeks. Should you have a need and call,one of them will either pick up, or respond to a message that you leave within a reasonable time frame.
That number is 781-322-2636.
May I also encourage you to keep current with your tithes and offerings during the month of August by sending them directly to our Financial Secretary/Treasurer's home.
Sundays, August 7, 14, 21 and 28
You are encouraged to join with our brothers and sisters at the First Baptist Church of Melrose on these Sundays.
These services will begin at 10 AM and will be held outdoors on their church lawn, weather permitting – indoors, otherwise.
While our usual ZOOM option will NOT be available during these Sundays, FBC Melrose does live-stream their service via YouTube and they will be able to be viewed live from the home page of their website - https://www.melrosefbc.org/
Labor Day Weekend Sunday – September 4
We'll be back together inside of the FBC, Melrose building at 11:00 AM for worship, Be looking for information about an annual in September, as well, as we pray and plan for what may be next for the ministry of Maplewood Baptist Church.