Lisbon UMC welcomes new minister

LISBON Falls — Lisbon United Methodist Church announced the transition of pastoral leadership as of July 1 when the Rev. Elizabeth Bachelder Smith will begin her ministry in the church located at 14 School St.

Each year Methodist ministers receive appointments by the Bishop to serve in current or transfer to new churches. Bishop Devadhar’s appointment for the pastor allowed Smith to return to her home state of Maine after serving as minister for six years with Oakdale UMC in West Boylston, Mass. She has served in several Maine churches during her 32 years as minister.

A welcome celebration for the new pasture will be held Sunday, July 5, at 9 a.m.

Lobster roll lunch, book sale is July 11

NORWAY — The public is invited to a lobster roll lunch and book sale on Saturday, July 11, at the Second Congregational Church, U.C.C., 205 Main St.

Eat-in and take-out lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The book sale, located under the white tent, will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Second Congregational Church, U.C.C., is an open and affirming congregation. We welcome all to worship, study and join in fellowship with us. The proceeds from the lunch and book sale will benefit the many missions of our community focused congregation.

FMI: 207-743-2290.

Trinity United to host supper

FARMINGTON — Trinity United Methodist Church will host a public supper from 4:30 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 11. The church will have a casserole supper and baked beans.

Cost of the meal is $7 for adults, $3.50 for children, and free for kids younger than 12.

FMI: 207-778-3921.