Category: photographs of recent events
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April 27 Worship with Sean McMahon
It was another special Sunday. With Rev. Stoddard on vacation, Sean McMahon, music minister, preached and played the hymns while Violet Southwick played prelude, interlude and postlude on her violin, a medley of Irish tunes. Sean’s sermon is below: Responsive Reading: 2 Tim. 2:11-13. This is a trustworthy saying: If we died with Him, we will…
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Ann Deitrich
Obituary Margaret Ann Deitrich (Kammerer), age 93, of Chilmark, peacefully passed away at the Henrietta Brewer House on Sunday April 20, 2025. Margaret “Ann” is survived by her devoted son Charles Deitrich of Chilmark, MA and daughter Rebecca Overgaard (Patrick O’Dea) of Ramsey, N.J. Loving grandmother of Alexandra Overgaard Nunez (Sergio) of Middletown, DE and…
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Parsonage Roof Replaced in Preparation for Solar Panel Installation
This spring, the roof on the church parsonage was replaced. The existing roof was over 40 years old and had begun to deteriorate, with broken shingles falling into the gutters and visible signs of wear. At a congregational meeting on March 2nd, 2025, the decision was made to move forward with the replacement in preparation…
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A Fond Farewell to Charlotte Wright
This Sunday morning was bittersweet as we gathered for the last sermon by our interim minister, Rev. Charlotte Wright. With her characteristic thoughtfulness and grace, she led us in worship one final time, offering the same steady presence that has guided our church through these past two years. At coffee hour, we honored Charlotte in…
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Celebrating 2024: A Year of Faith and Fellowship
“This little light of mine, I’m gonna let it shine.” As 2024 draws to a close, these words feel like the perfect way to describe this remarkable year at the Chilmark Community Church. It was a year that marked a fresh chapter as an independent congregation and one filled with moments of faith, joy, and…
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The Light of Christmas Eve
The light truly shone bright this Christmas Eve at our Chilmark Community Church. The sanctuary was filled with friends and neighbors, a gathering that reflected the warmth and spirit of our small-town community. The music was heartfelt and moving, with Sean’s soulful vocals and acoustic guitar harmonizing beautifully with Violet’s expressive cello. Together, they filled…
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Celebrating the Chilmark Church
The Celebration for the church and our invited guests was last Sunday, September 15th. What a beautiful day! We shared our stories of resilience, courage and faithfulness – past, present and future – with food, music and community. The church has worked hard over the past 2 years, so it is now time to celebrate that journey together. Though…
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Guest Preacher Reverend Nell Fields, August 4, 2024
Rev. Nell Fields came across the sound from Waquoit to fill the pulpit while Rev. Charlotte was in Connecticut. The congregation was treated to an upbeat sermon on “Original Blessings” (as opposed to Original sin). The Celtic folk in the pews were especially touched. She tailored the communion service on an early church emphasis on…
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We Welcome New Church Members
Chilmark Community Church welcomed 4 new members Sunday, the 28th: Ian Goff, Brian Kennedy, Virginia Barbatti and Aaron Barbatti. We are so blessed to have these 4 amazing people join our ranks.