Despite having a mere 7,800 souls, Ellsworth has no less than 22 different churches. They’re EVERYWHERE here! Every corner, hill and nook seems to have a house of worship on it. You name the denomination, it’s here in Ellsworth. Apostolic, Adventist, Baptist, Catholic, Calvary Christian, Congregational, Christian Science, Church of Christ, Episcopal, Family Bible, Jehovah’s Witness, Life & Praise, Lutheran, Methodist, Mormon, Pentecostal, Unitarian & Universalist. So, chances are, if you believe in God (and Christ in particular) Ellsworth has the church for you.
I was raised Catholic and all my children have likewise been baptized, but I’ve become a little dis-enchanted with that particular service. The mindless, zombie-like repetition of prayer after emotionless prayer has left me feeling a little less than enthused about the whole deal. I love the people, the songs and the connection to something greater. But ugh, The Nicene Creed, in monotone, just sucks the life out of me. Not to mention the not-so-recent abuse of children, money, and power.
So, maybe now that we’ve begun a “New Life” here in Ellsworth it’s time to search for a new way to praise God. I’m open to suggestions, and will probably try a few of the many options listed above before deciding. All aspiring faiths must be less depressing, and more uplifting. Less alms taking, and more charitable giving. Less lifelessness, and more life affirming. Less guilt and more glory. And, needless to say, zombie ritual holders need not apply.
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