The First Congregational Church of Marion held its inaugural Saturday Service at 5:00 pm on March 5. Lee Dougall welcomed all who came to worship at this family-friendly, contemporary, casual service. She drew attention to a banner of Minister’s Rock portraying the very beginning of this church, which said, “From These Roots Our Church Grows, Minister’s Rock 1683.”
The Rev. Dr. Sheila Rubdi, minister of The First Congregational Church of Marion, provided a message of grace, gifts and gratitude. She professed that the most profound spiritual act is to teach people to be grateful. Life is a gift.
Joyce Jacobsen played the piano as voices young and old were raised in rousing songs. Worshipers gathered around the communion table as Rev. Dale Thackeray administered the sacraments and led the Lord’s Prayer. Refreshments and fellowship followed the service.
This contemporary service is held each Saturday at 5:00 pm at The First Congregational Church of Marion Community Center, 144 Front Street (rear of parking lot). In addition, each Sunday at 10:00 am there is a service in the Sanctuary located at 28 Main Street. All are welcome at each of these services.
On March 12, the guest preacher at the Saturday Service will be Rev. Liz Brimm of Mattapoisett, and on March 19, Rev. Warren “Buddy” Washburn of Marion will preach.