Douglas Cornman, Sunbeam director and chaplain of Maine Seacoast Mission, will lead the service at Wilson Memorial Chapel on Ocean Point this Sunday, July 27. Erica Hutchinson, the Mission’s Chief Development Officer, will also be in attendance. Margaret Mceldowney will serve as organist, and special music will be provided by the renowned Maine duo Castlebay. Castlebay weaves together the heritage of New England with Celtic lands in their ballads; their music transcends time and place. The service is at 9:30 a.m. All are welcome!

A non-denominational, non-profit organization, Maine Seacoast Mission provides spiritual, health, and youth development programs in coastal and island communities from Midcoast to Downeast Maine. One of their far-reaching, high-impact programs is EDGE, an afterschool program serving approximately 700 children in Washington County. The Mission supports coastal and island communities in many ways, including providing valuable healthcare services and hospitality via the Sunbeam V.

Douglas Cornman is the Sunbeam director and chaplain aboard Maine Seacoast Mission’s 74-foot boat, Sunbeam V. He joined the crew in November 2014. In addition to supporting island churches and faith communities, Douglas collaborates with island communities and schools, offering a wide range of programs and services. As Sunbeam V’s chaplain, Douglas offers spiritual gatherings both in-person and via Zoom during the fall, winter, and spring when island churches close their doors for the season. He also officiates many island weddings and funerals. A board-certified Creative Arts Psychotherapist and Mental Health Counselor, Douglas is interested in helping islanders and island communities find their creative voice and self-expression.

The offering collected at our July 27 service will be given to Maine Seacoast Mission to support their ongoing and life changing work.