Weekly Note from Pastor Allan
November 2, 2025
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Friends,
Thank you to so many who participated in the MBC Fall Festival on Sunday afternoon. It was a joy to see so many families from the community. Thank you to those who offered trunks for the Trunk or Treat, and thank you to those who made chili for the Chili Cook-Off. Personally, I also enjoyed seeing so many children enjoying time on the new MBC Playground during the event. It was a wonderful afternoon.
This Sunday, November 2, we will celebrate All Saints Sunday in Church. All Saints Sunday is a day to remember the saints, the Christ-followers who have died and live in eternal life with the Lord. We will have a time of lighting candles and remembering the saints during worship. We will specifically remember the MBC members who have died I the past year - Kay Dollins, Wanda Frederick, and Carolyn Leake. There will also be an opportunity for anyone in the congregation to light a candle in memory of a friend or family member who has died.
Also, in worship, the scripture lesson for the sermon will be Luke 19:1-10. It is the story of Zaccheus, a story I am sure is familiar to you. Zaccheus is changed by his encounter with Jesus. Likewise, how are we changed when we encounter Jesus? And, how have we been changed by the influence of the saints who have been meaningful in our lives? The title of the sermon is “Ch-Ch-Changes”.
Also, it is the first Sunday of the month, so we will celebrate communion and receive for the Relief Offering. I hope you will join us in-person or online for worship at 9:30 AM on Sunday.
Coordinating Council will meet on Sunday at 11:45, following Sunday School.
Be reminded that Daylight Savings Time ends Sunday morning, November 2. Please set your clocks back one hour this weekend.
Also, Giving Words is hosting a Boil and Bash Fundraiser on Sunday, November 2 at Southern Revere Cellars. There is an opportunity to take some whacks at an old car in a car bash. The event is from 11 AM - 5 PM. What a fun way to support a wonderful organization so close to MBC.
Have a blessed weekend. Happy Halloween!
Allan
