MSBC CHURCH UPDATE for October 14th, 2026

COFFEE TIME:
Serve coffee, make connections, and kick off Sunday morning with a warm cup and a warmer smile! We are looking for two friendly volunteers to join our Coffee Team on the 2nd Sunday of every month. If you love the smell of fresh coffee and enjoy offering a simple word of welcome, this is one of the easiest and most impactful ways to serve our church family.
What You’ll Do
  • Arrive a bit early to brew coffee and set out simple refreshments.
  • Welcome people with a warm cup and friendly connection before service.
  • Tidy up the beverage area after morning service wraps up.
Why Join?
  • Low Time Commitment: Just one Sunday morning a month.
  • Perfect for individuals, couples, or two friends who want to serve together!
  • Immediate Impact: You help create a warm and inviting environment where people feel at home the moment they walk through the doors.
No previous experience required—you will be shown where everything is and how the coffee maker works! For more info, please see Cara or email secretary@houltonmsbc.org.

MEN’S BIBLE STUDY & POTLUCK – A STUDY ON 2 PETER: Tonight!
Tonight at 6pm, Oct 14th & 28th.

FIRST RESPONDERS BIBLE STUDY: NEW!!
Starts this Saturday, Oct 17th, 9am in the double classroom. This study will be on the 3rd Saturday of every month and it is for all past and current first responders, men & women of any age. No need to sign up just bring your bible & a notepad.

MEN’S BIBLE STUDY ON DANIEL:
Wed, Oct 21st, 6pm in the double classroom. Bring your bible and a notepad.

KINGDOM MEN:
Monday, Nov 2nd at County Road Baptist Church, 6pm. The main dish is being provided so please bring a side dish or dessert to share.

LIGHT UP THE NIGHT: BARNYARD BASH!
Harvest fun for the whole family on Oct 30th, 5-8pm at MSBC. Candy, games, face painting, prizes, bounce houses, iced coffee & energy drinks, lots of fun and so much more. Please dress up in non-scary costumes. If you would like to help out with either set-up, games or tear-down, please sign up on the sheet at the Welcome Center.

CANDY ROUND-UP:
The church is in need of a lot of candy for the Barnyard Bash on Oct 30th!! There is a bin under the Mission Tree in the foyer so any donation, small or large will be greatly appreciated. This event is open to the community so we will have a lot of kiddos running around searching for goodies. Thank you so much for helping us provide a positive alternative to Halloween!

Seedtime & Harvest: Oct 24th, 10am, “Apples to Apples” at Shelly’s house. Please call AABA to register. 532-2273
Food Giveaway: Nov 7th, 9am.
Clothing Giveaway: Nov 7th, 12pm – 2pm.

SINGSPIRATION:
Friday, Oct 16th, 6pm at First Baptist Church in Houlton. Gospel songs through the ages. If you would like to come early for refreshment time starting at 5pm, please bring a dish to share.
40 DAYS FOR LIFE FALL CAMPAIGN: We need still need help with time slots!
Until Nov 1st, 6am – 6pm, Mon – Fri. Vigil location will be at the Maine Family Planning Center, 91 Military St. Houlton. If you would like to sign up to go there and pray for abortion to end, please contact Peggy Robinson at 694-2372. For more info, please go to https://www.40daysforlife.com/en/houlton

VAN RIDES:
If you need a ride to church on a Sunday morning, please call the office no later than Thursday morning so we can get the route info set up before the weekend. Please note the church is closed on Fridays.

CONTACT US:
Do you have any questions, has your contact information changed or would you like to sign up to serve on a ministry team? We’d love to be able to connect with you! Head over to our website at houltonmsbc.org and click the “Get Connected” button to provide the staff with up-to-date contact information for you! To support the missions of MSBC, please drop your offering in the box located at the back of the sanctuary. Thank you!