LIVERMORE FALLS — At the Sunday, August 27, First Baptist Church Livermore Falls service, the summer days are winding down, leaves beginning to change colors. But the First Baptist Church is getting busy with many activities planned for the upcoming fall and winter seasons. Many improvements have been done between spring and summer, including a […]

Nothing great is created suddenly, any more than a bunch of grapes or a fig. If you tell me that you desire a fig, I answer you, there must be time. Let it first blossom, then bear fruit, then ripen. (Epictetus) We learn from Epictetus’ philosophy that you can’t control events but can control your […]

LIVERMORE FALLS — Treat Memorial Library would like to thank everyone who made our first in person Summer Reading Program since the pandemic a resounding success! We had an excellent turnout for all of our programs, even through all of the summer’s wild weather. Thank you for joining us and for doing such an amazing […]

NO. LIVERMORE — At the August 27 North Livermore Baptist Church service, the congregation was welcomed  by Pastor Bonnie Higgins at 9:30 a.m. to begin the service.  The Invocation/Lord’s Prayer were recited. The hymns that were sung were “Come, Christians, Join to Sing”, “Jesus Calls Us” and “Where He Leads Me”.  The service ended with […]

I have only skimmed C.S.Lewis’ book “Surprised by Joy,” but it was enough to gleam that he was expressing the deep feeling of joy that comes bubbling up from the very depths of our souls and overflows our hearts so much that we are brought to tears. I have felt that kind of joy. Joy […]

Pumpkin, is an 11 year old female. Introducing Pumpkin, our beloved resident bathroom kitty who brings a touch of charm and sweetness to every moment. *Personality: Pumpkin, despite her shy nature, possesses a unique charm that captivates those who take the time to get to know her. She may be a bit reserved at first, […]

NO. LIVERMORE — At the August 20 North Livermore Baptist Church service, the congregation was welcomed by Pastor Bonnie Higgins at 9:30 a.m. to begin the service.  The Invocation/Lord’s Prayer were recited. The hymns that were sung were “My Savior’s Love”, “A Shelter in the Time of Storm” and “Footsteps of Jesus”.  The service ended […]

LIVERMORE FALLS — At the Sunday, August 20 First Baptist Church of Livermore Falls service Pastor Russ Thayer was on vacation and Kay King Watson was in the Pulpit. Dianne Hirsh welcomed all to our worship service after Maggie Houlihan played familiar hymns at the pipe organ to prepare us for worship. Dianne read the […]

LIVERMORE FALLS — At the Sunday, August 13, First Baptist Church of Livermore Falls service it was another rainy Sunday, but at the church, the mood was warm and welcoming! Pastor Thayer and Carol are on a well-deserved vacation, and Kay King Watson officiated the Worship Service. Maggie Houlihan selected several pieces of beautiful music […]

“There is nothing as weak as water, but when it attacks and is persistent, nothing can withstand it.” (Lao Tse) I spend as much time swimming through the summer as possible. Sometimes I like to float and meditate in the stillness of the soft ripples. As a meditative practice, I mostly move gently in the […]