The lively and moving U2Charist at St. Saviour’s, where the
congregation of all ages joined in prayer, sang, and even
danced. We prayed that we may discern ways in which to help
heal what is broken in our world, working toward the Millen-
nium Development Goals of the United Nations. At St. John,
we will talk with each other about our part in that process.
Each of these services bore special witness to the strength of our
faith community to those who passed by that day on the moun-
tain, on Main Street in Southwest Harbor, on Mount Desert Street
in Bar Harbor. May we invite friends and neighbors and strangers
to join us in worship and fellowship.
Our immense thanks to all who have helped in so many ways.
Cass Wright, in particular, has been planning for the U2Charist
since last year. Fr. Richard and the Rev. Jonathan Appleyard as
well coordinated this unique island event. Jim Vekasi was “audio
consultant.” The Wright’s daughter Julie, and Eric Hopkins, both
from St. George’s, York Harbor, shared their talents and their pre-
vious experience with U2Charist. Hunter, Julie’s son, helped, and
Joe Wright was “always there.” Cass also was deeply involved in
our hosting Ian’s service and celebration—we are so grateful for
all her quiet hard work behind the scenes.
Behind the scenes also, parishioners have gathered to make plans
for the fall, discussing “what works for us” in meetings of the
Christian Education and Music & Worship Committees and in the
Vestry. Plans for our important Stewardship efforts will take
shape soon. Fr. Richard has put together a worship calendar
which outlines our services (for the most part) through much of
the church year. Our prayer is that worship, study and fellowship
will be meaningful for all ages.
Joan Bromage