United Parish of Bowie (UPB)
Sunday Service: 10:00 AM
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:
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.