Entries by Dale Potter-Clark

Vassalboro Methodists adapt to changes

by Dale Potter-Clark The Vassalboro Methodists first professed their faith in 1794 when the itinerant minister Rev. Jesse Lee preached at Getchell’s Corner, and they have been on the move and adapting to change ever since. Vassalboro history tells us there were four Methodist churches in town at one time: South Vassalboro on Cross Hill […]

EVENTS: Vassalboro church to hold benefit for California fire victims

by Dale Potter-Clark Members of the Vassalboro United Methodist Church (VUMC) are holding a public supper on Saturday, January 25, to benefit the southern California fire victims. The menu will include baked beans, salads, casseroles, breads and desserts. Thousands of homes and businesses have been destroyed in the southern California fires, as well as local […]

EVENTS: Vassalboro scouts to be honored on Scout Sunday

by Dale Potter-Clark Members of the Vassalboro United Methodist Church (VUMC) will honor the Vassalboro BSA Scouting Troop #410 and Pack #410 and their Scoutmasters at 10 a.m., on Scouts Sunday, February 2. “We want to commend our Vassalboro Scouts for their outstanding community service and good deeds,” said VUMC’s Pastor Karen Merrill. “We hope that […]

EVENTS: Fall Fest in Vassalboro

by Dale Potter-Clark A “Fall Fest” will be held at Vassalboro United Methodist Church (VUMC), on Saturday, October 26, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., when crafts and homemade pumpkin and apple baked goods will be for sale. During the same hours, a variety of “To Go” hot soups, chili and mulled cider will be available […]