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Services are Streamed live on our Facebook and Messages page.

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Beacon of Hope UMC now has an Online Giving option! If you would like to make an offering, a building fund donation, a donation to the pastor's discretionary fund, or a monetary gift to the Faith in Food pantry, you may do so by clicking the button above, or this Online Giving link.

Checking account information or a credit/debit card is required. You will have the opportunity to set up giving at your preferred frequency (one-time gift, weekly, monthly, etc.). You can also set up a personal profile which will enable you to view transaction history and save your payment method information for future gifts.
If paying in person or by mail with a check Please make checks payable to:
BEACON OF HOPE UMC
Our address is: 360 Water Street, Framingham, MA, 01701

First and Wesley United Methodist Churches have come together and are now Beacon of Hope United Methodist Church of Framingham.
We are in the church building at 360 Water Street, Framingham, Mass. Get Directions.

Holy Week Services
Thursday, March 28
Maundy Thursday Service with foot washing @ 7 PM

Friday, March 29
Good Friday Service @7:00 PM

Sunday, March 31
Easter Service @ 10:00 AM
Easter Egg Hunt following the Worship Service!
HOLY WEEK SERVICES

Maundy Thursday Service
Join us at Beacon of Hope United Methodist Church on Thursday, March 28th, for a meaningful Maundy Thursday service. Starting at 7:00 PM, we will gather together to commemorate the Last Supper and the act of Jesus washing his disciples' feet as a symbol of humility and service. This solemn and reflective service invites us to contemplate the depth of Christ's love and sacrifice, as we prepare our hearts for Good Friday and Easter Sunday. Come join us as we partake in this sacred tradition and deepen our connection with one another and with God.

Good Friday Service
Join us at Beacon of Hope United Methodist Church on Friday, March 29th, for a solemn and contemplative Good Friday service. Beginning at 7:00 PM, we will gather to remember and reflect upon the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Through scripture readings, hymns, and moments of silent reflection, we will journey together through the profound significance of Christ's sacrifice on the cross. This service provides an opportunity to pause and meditate on the immense love and redemption offered to us through Jesus' death, as we prepare our hearts for the hope and joy of Easter Sunday. All are welcome to join us as we observe this holy day and draw closer to the heart of the Christian faith.

Easter Service
Celebrate the joy and resurrection of Easter Sunday at Beacon of Hope United Methodist Church on March 31st! Our Easter service begins at 10:00 AM, where we will come together in worship to rejoice in the triumph of Christ over death. Through uplifting music, inspiring messages, and the proclamation of the Easter story, we will embrace the hope and renewal that this day brings. Following the service, join us for a delightful Easter Egg Hunt, bringing together our community for a time of fellowship and fun. We invite everyone to join us as we celebrate the resurrection and the promise of new life found in Jesus Christ.


Save the Date
SAVE THE DATE

Monday, March 25
Council @ 7 PM

Wednesday, March 27
Soup & Spirit Study @ 5:30 PM

Thursday, March 28
Maundy Thursday Service @ 7 PM

Friday, March 29
Good Friday Service @ 7 PM

Sunday, March 31
Easter Sunday Worship @ 10 AM

Friday, April 5
Faith in Food @ 4 PM - 6 PM

Monday, April 15
Trustee/Finance @ 7 PM

Thursday, April 18
Worship @ 7 PM

Recurring Events
EVENTS & SERVICES

Saturdays
Saturday Morning Prayer Time, 7:30 am on Zoom.

Sundays
Worship Service
10:00 am In-person and live on Facebook and our Messages page.
Sunday School is during the worship service.

Choir Practice
9:15AM - 9:45 AM & 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM.
All Are Invited!

Wednesdays
Wednesday Bible Study: on Zoom at 7:00 pm.

Soup and Spirit
We meet on Wednesdays from February 21st - March 27th. A signup sheet for bringing in soup and bread will be available in the narthex. Please sign up, and come join us!
*See info below

Pastor Heather Kattan's Office Hours
Thursdays from 10 am to 1 pm, or by appointment.
To email Pastor Heather use our secure Contact Us form.


lunch and a Movie
COINS FOR LENT!

This year, we are having a coin drive for Lent.

On the table in the narthex, where the Upper Room is, is a calendar with suggested donations. Such as a coin for every window, a coin for every light switch, a coin for every sweatshirt, etc. (It can be any value of coin: penny, nickel, etc.) Get a container and add your coins for each day. Then you can bring them to church every week.

We will put all the coins together, and donate them to the cause of our choice. And weekly, we'll watch the coin jar fill up! If you have a cause that is near and dear to your heart, please let me know. We will make a ballot for you to vote on which cause you want your money to grace.


Soup and Spirit
SOUP AND SPIRIT

Come join us for Soup and Spirit!

Join us in the Fellowship Hall at 5:30 PM on Wednesdays, February 21st - March 27th.

We will share a simple meal of soup and bread at 5:30 PM, then at 6:00 PM, we'll start the spirit part, with a Lenten study. If you cannot make it to the 5:30 PM soup portion, that's okay - you can arrive at about 6:00 PM to join the study. (And you can always eat your soup while we discuss.) This should be a great study, learning more about Christ, the cross, and how they relate to us today.

The sign-up sheet for soup and bread is on the table in the narthex, next to all the other sign-up sheets. It's not too late to join us, Please sign up!

To be able to more fully participate in the discussion, I invite you to look at the following Scriptures:

  • There is no homework for this week!

These Scripture readings are not required but will enrich the discussion that evening. Hope to see you there!

Wednesday Night Bible Study
WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY

Join us at Beacon of Hope United Methodist Church for our Wednesday Night Bible Study, where we gather together virtually via Zoom from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This engaging and enriching study offers a wonderful opportunity to delve deeper into God's word, discuss scripture, and grow in faith alongside fellow believers. Led by our knowledgeable and passionate leaders, these sessions provide a supportive and welcoming environment for participants of all ages and backgrounds.

Whether you're seeking to deepen your understanding of the Bible, connect with others in the faith community, or simply explore questions of spirituality, we invite you to join us as we journey together in pursuit of spiritual growth and enlightenment.


Shaw's reusable bag program
SHAW'S REUSABLE BAG PROGRAM

Get ready, your month is starting soon!

Just a reminder that Community Victory Over Hunger Garden will receive $1 from every $3.00 GIVE BACK WHERE IT COUNTS Bag sold during June 2023 at:

Shaw's 509 Boston Post Road, Sudbury MA

Get my Tools of the Month


Faith in Food
FAITH IN FOOD COLLABORATIVE

Faith in Food is a ministry of Beacon of Hope United Methodist Church in Framingham, providing food, toiletries, paper goods, and cleaning supplies to those in need north of Rte. 9. The First United Methodist Church fellowship hall (360 Water Street, Framingham) is open on Fridays from 4:00-6:00 pm.

We are a 501C3 (nonprofit). Monetary donations will be accepted for use in purchasing needed items. Make checks payable to First U.M.C. (note Faith in Food) 360 Water St. Framingham, MA 01701.

Like us on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/groups/877849319449859.

Faith in Food Needs the Following Items
This week's list is:

* Jelly
* Canned fruit
* Rice (1 or 2-pound bags)
* Peanut Butter
* Coffee
* Juices
* Canned Black Beans
* 3 in 1 shampoo/Conditioner/body wash
* Monetary donations(preferred)


Dropoff bins are located outside the Hall door.
They are checked on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Faith in Food is open on the 1st and 3rd Fridays, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, in the Beacon of Hope UMC Fellowship Hall.


Let's Celebrate

BIRTHDAYS

3/01, Steve Bacher
3/02, Donald Williams
3/13, John Carlson
3/15, George Shaw
3/20, Wesley McIntyre
3/22, Abby Conant
3/22, Gracie Conant
3/22, Scott Rundlet
3/30, Lin Olsen
3/31, Edmond Barton

ANNIVERSARIES

3/01, Steve & Michaela Bacher

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