On Sunday, January 18, Senator Eric Brakey (R-Androscoggin) presented a legislative sentiment in recognition of the 250th Anniversary of the First Congregational Church of New Gloucester. Earlier in the month, Senator Brakey had welcomed Pastor Linda Gard to the State House to serve as Pastor of the Day and to be present as the Legislative Sentiment was read on the floor of the Maine State Senate. Pictured here (l. to r.) are Pastor Linda Gard, Selectman Jane Sturgis, Senator Eric Brakey and Cindy Brakey.