| The Church of the Good Shepherd in Houlton hosted an ecumenical service celebrating the beginning of the “Season of Creation” at the amphitheater in Monument Park on Fri. Aug. 30.
At the service more than 40 people from several local congregations representing four denominations shared in reading scripture, song, and prayer to honor and pledge to care for all of creation. The bright sun, crisp fall air, and gentle breeze added greatly to the atmosphere of fellowship, prayer, and commitment. First fruits in the form of vegetables, flowers, and fruits from attendees’ gardens were collected and blessed by the Rev. Kevin Kinsey, with the help of several children. Many people stayed after the service for an informal time of fellowship, agreeing that it was good to be together.
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