News and Notes

April 2, 2025



Sermon Schedule

 

April 6:  Lights On!  Blessed are the Merciful

April 13 (Palm Sunday):  Blessed are the Pure in Heart

April 20 (Easter):  Blessed are the Peacemakers


Holy Week Services

 

UPB and Village Baptist will host joint Maundy Thursday and Good Friday Services.

 

Maundy Thursday:  April 17, 7 pm at UPB

Good Friday:  April 18, 7 pm at Village Baptist


Final Lenten Dinner and Bible Study

 

join us for a simple supper of soup, salad, and bread, as we continue our discussion on Jewish roots in Lenten scriptures.  Please use the sign-up sheet in the narthex to indicate the food/beverage you are bringing.

 

Tuesday 5 pm, April 8 at UPB


Spring Egg-Stravaganza

 

UPB's Children, Youth, and family Committee will host a "Spring Egg-Stravaganza" where the Easter Bunny will hand out Goodie Bags.  Activities include face painting, egg/bracelet decorating, and fun games.  Please use the sign-up sheet in the narthex to volunteer assistance for activities and snacks/drinks.

 

Saturday 3-5 pm, April 12 at UPB


Special Chat & Chew for Nancy Snyder

 

Founding UPB member Nancy Snyder will be moving to Calvert County to live with her daughter Karen's family.  A special Chat & Chew will be held to honor her UPB contributions.

 

April 8 at UPB Following 10 am Worship Service


Bowie Food Pantry (Service & Mission Committee)

 

Easter Baskets - We are collecting individually wrapped candy

 

The Bowie Food Pantry serves households consisting of 1-3 people.  Their greatest recurring needs:

  • Spaghetti Sauce (24 oz. size)
  • Soup
  • Canned Meats (Chicken Breast, Beef Stew, Spam, Chili, Corned Beef Hash)

Women's Group

 

Please join us in the narthex as we chat, enjoy light refreshments, and conduct a short Bible study (all materials provided).  Please invite a friend, as it's a wonderful fellowship opportunity that will help them learn about our church.

 

Saturday 10 am, April 5 at UPB


Ladies Lunch

 

Please inform Sharon Doughty if you are attending.  Inviting friends is encouraged.

 

Wednesday 11:30 am, May 7 at First Watch (Bowie Town Center)


Men's Gatherings

 

Men's Breakfast:  2nd/4th Thursdays, 9 am at First Watch (Bowie Town Center)

 

Men's Night Out:  3rd Thursday, 6:30 pm at Glory Days (Edgewater)


Book Club

 

The Book Club meets at 7 pm monthly, the 1st Friday of each month at the Barbato's home.  Please contact Jan Barbato for more information.

 


Tech Assistance Wanted

 

Volunteers are desired to learn to oversee the projection and sound recording of worship services.  No experience needed--if you can push a button, you can help!

 

Please contact Mike Mehl or Cathie Lambert for more information.

 


Contact Me (Pastor Caroline)

 

I am available to talk, share coffee, or help out on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at UPB.  Please contact me to make an appointment, as I am often temporarily out of the office.