The Sugarloaf Area Christian Ministry, associated with the American Baptist Churches of Maine, offers year-round Zoom and in-person Sunday worship services at 9:00 a.m. at the Richard Bell Chapel in Parking Lot C, below the Sugarloaf Mountain Hotel and outdoors at The AMP or the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center from July to September, depending on lift availability and ongoing mountain operations.
For 2025, the Outdoor Summer Worship Experience was held at the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center, on the Outdoor Center Rd, Carrabassett Valley, starting on Sunday, June 29 through September 21. These hybrid services were available on Zoom. To join the services on Zoom, sign in to Meeting ID 86392852265 Passcode 379369 all season long.
Zoom Sunday Worship Invitation – worship with us without leaving home. You are invited to our Sunday morning worship gatherings. We start at 9:00 AM local time, for a one-hour service. For those who like to arrive early, the room opens at 8:30 AM so you may settle in and greet one another. To acquire a Zoom invitation for Sunday Worship services, contact the Rev. Dr. Pam Morse at [email protected] or see us on Facebook – Sugarloaf Area Christian Ministry for details.
Longest Night Service (Blue Christmas) will take place on Monday, December 22, 2025, from 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM via Zoom. Sugarloaf Christian Ministry offers this time as a gift, a place of calm, quiet and healing.
Downhill Worship will be provided every Sunday, starting December 28, 2025, to Easter at 11:00 a.m. To join, meet at the base of Double Runner chair, under the Downhill Worship sign. This is a timely and unique way to be with God and friends on your favorite mountain. Lift ticket for one run is provided. Takes approximately 45 minutes.
Blessing of the Skis is an annual event for Skis and Boards, and it will take place as part of Downhill Worship on Sunday, December 28, 2025. Those who come will collect bright yellow “I’ve Been Blessed” stickers to adorn skis, boots and helmets.
Blessing of the Animals – Took place on Sunday, October 12, 2025, 11:00 A.M. at the Bell Chapel following Sunday Worship. Finn the therapy dog was on hand, along with story and crafts at 11:30.
Christmas Eve: The first year of COVID-19 restriction, we hosted a Sugarloaf Christmas Special on WSKI, Christmas Eve, Thursday, December 24, 2020 from 6-7 PM. Could not gather in the chapel that year, but could still share the Christmas story, light our candles, sing Silent Night and welcome the Light of the World into our lives again, as we gathered around the TV or computer at 6PM Christmas Eve joining Sugarloafers on mountain and around the world. The Special was rebroadcasted at 10:30 AM on Christmas Day.
For 2021, we presented our Christmas Eve Service at 7:00 PM on Friday, December 24th on ZOOM. We posted the ZOOM link on our Facebook page as well as our website, www.sugarloafministry.com and at www.sugarloaf.com on the mountain’s event calendar.
Christmas Eve Community Candlelight services together in person at the Dick Bell Chapel, or remotely on Zoom, Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM.
Outdoor Sunrise Service, Easter Sunday for 2025 was held at The Beach, in adverse weather prohibiting use of the lifts. The wind and rain did not dampen the enthusiasm of the many Sugarloaf faithful who braved the elements to join in the celebration of the risen Lord.
The Easter Celebration at 9:00 AM at the Chapel and on Zoom was well attended. The last Downhill Worship for the 2024-2025 season was held at 11:00 AM.
Prayer Requests to a confidential prayer team can also be made online at the SACM website, or by calling the Ministry at (207) 237-2304. Email [email protected] with spiritual concerns, comments, or needs.
Change of Pace: meets on Thursday 6:00 -7:15 pm at the Carrabassett Valley Academy (2nd floor study lounge) whenever school is in session. Students from various athletic disciplines meet together to discuss the intersection of faith and competition in a supportive atmosphere.
Men’s Group meet from 8:00 to 8:50 on Tuesday mornings at D’Ellies at the base of Sugarloaf during the ski season. Come share breakfast together, a story of Jesus, and discover how it interacts with our lives. Breakfast is free, courtesy of D’Ellies. After our time together, bring your skis or board for Tuesday Turns, if you want to get some runs in with new friends.
Tuesday Turns – Meet at the ski racks by the base of the Super Quad lift at 9:00 AM sharp on Tuesdays to ski and form community on the slopes. This group is meant to be a fun place where we invite fellow skiers and snowboarders to join us for a few laps. For more information, speak to Earle Morse, or Kevin & Suzy Andrews. [email protected] [email protected] and [email protected].
Catholic Masses are said each Saturday at 4:30 p.m. at the Richard Bell Chapel during the ski season (Christmas to Easter.) Masses are also available Saturday night in Stratton and Sunday morning in Rangeley all year long.
Our Daily Bread published and distributed by RBC Ministries since 1956, offers daily devotional stories and scripture verses. SACM provides free ODB booklets, available at the Richard Bell Chapel, or experience the daily devotionals online at odb.org on your computer. RBC Ministries also has ODB download apps for iPhone, iPad and Android devices.
Book Discussions & Fellowship
Monday Journey Group – 7:00 – 8:30 PM – every other Monday meetings – discussing the book “40 Verses to Ignite Your Faith” by Laurie Short.
Tuesday – Men’s Group meet at D”Ellies at 8:00 AM and Tuesday Turns at 9:00 AM
Wednesday – Redington Neighbors “Jesus Stories” meet at 2:00 PM bi-weekly. Starting for the 2025-26 season on October 22, 2025.
Wednesday – 7:00 – 8:30 PM – Book discussion on Zoom. All are welcome!
Thursday – 6:15 – 7:15 PM – Change of Pace – CVA 2nd floor study lounge, Murfey Hall.
Saturday Apres Gatherings at D’Ellies – 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM – Hot cocoa, warm cookies at low key, casual gatherings – great for conversations and connection. For the 2025-26, season: Saturday, December 27 – Saturday, January 17 – Saturday, February 14 – Saturday, March 14.
Sunday Luncheons – Bell Chapel at noon. Time to munch and mingle together during the 2025-2026 season. Sunday, December 14, Brunch following 9:00 Service. Sunday, January 11, Lunch after Downhill Worship. Sunday, February 8 after Downhill Worship. Sunday, March 1 after Annual Meeting, and March 22 after Downhill Worship. Sunday, April 12 (Reggae Weekend) after Downhill Worship. These are potluck events, so let Paula Linder know if you can bring something good to eat! [email protected].
Call the ministry at 207-237-2304 for further details and current book information.
LIFE LOOKS DIFFERENT FROM THE AMP
Rev. Dr. Pam Morse & Rev. Earle Morse
The AMP — Sunday Worship Services at the Sugarloaf amphitheater, were presented the first Sunday in July through Labor Day Sunday at 11 am. The services were accessible by chairlift or hiking. Call the Ministry at 207-237-for details. Life Looks Different from the AMP.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to ongoing operational changes in progress on the mountain, there will NOT be any outdoor services at THE AMP during the summer months in 2024 and 2025.
Starting JUNE 29, 2025, through September 21, Sugarloaf Christian Ministry hosted our 9:00 AM Outdoor Summer Worship Services at the Sugarloaf Outdoor Center.
Check out the Ministry’s website at https://sugarloafmsugarloafministry.com or on Facebook at https://facebook.com/SugarloafAreaChristianMinistry.