Saint Mary’s Weekly News
May 5, 2013 – The Sixth Sunday of Easter
Concert to Honor our Bruce Fithian who is retiring from USM Music Department
You are invited to a free concert at USM in which the Saint Mary choir will join the First Parish Choir of Gorham to sing Bruce Fithian's setting of 'The Beatitudes' as part of a celebration of Bruce's retirement from the university. The concert will take place at Corthell Concert Hall, USM Gorham (37 College Ave. Gorham) on Saturday, May 4 at 8pm.
Our Prayer Concerns for this week
Mike Anderson, John Maher, Norma Jean Brilliant, Stella Baumann, Gary Conway, Nat Fenollosa, Chip Hartwell, Roger Murray, Sandy Snow, and Ann Tholen.
2013 Stewardship Campaign: “All Baptized into One Body”
If you have not yet participated, then please do so now (no matter how small or large is your commitment). You can make a pledge commitment on-line through our website, or mail a Pledge form into the office. Thank you so much for your vital and faithful support of S. Mary’s!
Here are our 2013 Pledge results so far:
A grateful welcome
We welcome and thank Sylvia Infantine for playing the organ this Sunday morning and keeping us all musically in the right place. We know Bruce appreciates your filling in on this very busy weekend of his retirement from teaching at USM.
Formation Hour for All Ages continues!
SUNDAY - From 9:30 to 10:30am, there will be the following groups meeting, in addition to our regular Guiding RAY classes.
· How to Discern Your Gifts for Service - led by Fr. Nathan Ferrell in the Auditorium.
· A Conversation on Art and Faith -led by Erin Ferrell, Oscar Mokeme, and Lee Snow in the Guild Room.
· Be Still: Open Space for Silence and Prayer – led by Deacon Christine Bennett in our new “Father James Chapel.”
· Middle Schoolers: Connecting with God – led by Jeff and Diane Campbell in the brand new Youth Rooms downstairs in the Parish House.
All of our adults and teens in the parish are invited to choose one of these groups in which to participate during this trial period. Everyone is invited to participate as much as your schedule allows.
Noonday Prayer at Saint Mary’s
Every weekday at 12 Noon there is a brief gathering for prayer in the Fr. James Chapel.
On Thursdays, this gathering takes the form of a Healing Eucharist with the laying on of hands. This is preceded by a time of Spiritual Reflection, open to all, which is led by Deacon Christine at 10:30 am. This may include a bible study, a book study, reflective readings as well as follow-ups and conversations.
Please join us any weekday for Noonday Prayer, and let’s remember to pray for one another at 12 Noon every day, no matter where we might be.
This Sunday afternoon, May 5th at 5:00pm The Renewal of Ministry with the Welcoming of a new Rector:
Plan on joining Bishop Stephen, other clergy, and the S. Mary’s parish family to celebrate our new era of ministry along with Fr. Nathan and the Ferrell family. Bishop Stephen will officially install Father Nathan as Rector of the parish and renew our shared ministry in the name of Christ. After a beautiful liturgy, there will be a splendid reception in the Auditorium. This will be a wonderful event for all! The color of the festive occasion is red.
Spring Spruce-Up - Saturday, May 11th , 8am - 1pm
Bring your gloves, rakes, tarps, leaf blowers and willingness to make the Saint Mary’s property ready for Memorial Day. We’ll supply the coffee and goodies.
This Saturday, May 11: One more Safe Church Training for the Spring
The Diocese of Maine sponsors Safe Church Training programs which include healthy church practices concerning the safety of ministry with adults, protection of children and youth, and elder abuse prevention. Participants will build an awareness and strive to make our churches safer places for all generations. For complete information about Diocesan Policies and Procedures, the schedule of trainings, and links to register for training, visit tinyurl.com/DioMaineSafeChurch
Scheduled training: Next Saturday, May 11th at Trinity Church, in Castine.
We have people going, so let’s car pool!
“O Primavera”
The St Mary Schola will present a delightful spring concert of vocal and chamber music on Friday, May 10 St. Luke's Cathedral and Saturday, May 11 at S. Mary's (both concerts at 7:30 PM). Elizabethan madrigals, a witty scene by Purcell between Cupid and the Cold Genius of Winter and many other lively works will be sure to lift your spirits. Tickets available at coffee hours or through Beth Shaw or online at www.stmaryschola.org. ($15 for adults; $12 students and seniors; family cap of $40.00). Don't miss this wonderful springtime event!
Friday, May 17th, 1-4pm: S. Mary’s Bridge-a-Thon - Reserve your table now!
Enjoy an afternoon of bridge--or any card game for four--at S. Mary's. Sumptuous refreshments, prizes for high scorers, all for price of admission ($40.00 per table/$10 per person) Call Beth Shaw 781-3366 to reserve your spot! Don’t play Bridge or cards? Tea-snacks needed! For those who can't or don't wish to play bridge that day, we would greatly welcome tea-snacks (tea sandwiches, sweets, savories) for this event. Call the office or Ruth Kimball if you can help. Share this with any Bridge player you know!
Legacy Project Dedication and Blessing – Sunday, June 9th at 5:00pm
Plan now to join us for the this festive celebration with the Bishop as we dedicate the Chapel, the restored Mother Window, the Parish House, and all aspects of the Project!
‘Walk the Mourner’s Path’ to find healing and release
“Transforming grief into joyful living.” This eight-week class offered by Deacon Christine Bennett, offers ways, in a confidential and quiet setting, to share, learn and understand how grief affects us and how Jesus offers hope and healing. Contact Deacon Christine, 653-2448 or 655-3282, or the parish office with your interest. To start soon.
Godspeed prayer & running group
8 am every Saturday morning! All are invited to gather by the Parish House. The group pace will be determined by those who show up, but you can expect to be challenged! Watch the E-News for weekly updates if there are weather concerns.
Communicating with Fr. Nathan
Feel free to contact Fr. Nathan at any time if you wish to speak with him. You can e-mail him directly at nathanferrell@smary.org, or call him on his cell at 609-410-7573. Follow him on Twitter @FatherNate or visit his blog at www.fatherferrell.blogspot.com
Attention All Knitters!
The ‘Prayer Shawl Ministry’ is expanding the scope of its work to include other knitting projects. This ministry will now become ‘The Knitting Ministry.’ Our plan is to create scarves to be presented to S Mary’s high school graduates (this year’s are done); and hats (adult, child and baby sizes), mittens (adult, child and baby sizes) (and possibly socks) to donate to Preble Street, St. Elizabeth’s, etc. (in the fall); baby blankets and baby sweaters/layettes to be presented to newborn babies; as well as prayer shawls for new mothers, recent widows/widowers, homebound, chronically ill, those undergoing long-term hospitalization/rehabilitation, etc. If you would be interested in participating in this expanded ministry, please contact Beth Miller 865-3300 or Ginny Stelk 847-3602. Patterns will be supplied to any who need them and would like to do this rewarding work.
Eucharistic Visitors take Holy Communion to those unable to worship with us on Sunday morning. The Eucharistic Visitor this week is Paul Engel. If you wish to learn more about this special ministry, feel free to speak with Deacon Christine at any time.
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This Week’s Calendar at Saint Mary’s
Sunday 5 8:00am The Sixth Sunday of Easter: Traditional Eucharist
9:30am Formation Hour for all ages
10:30am The Sixth Sunday of Easter: Contemporary Eucharist
5:00pm Our Renewal of Ministry Celebration
Monday 6 12:00pm Noonday Prayer in the Chapel
6 - 9pm Schola Rehearsal for May 11 concert
Tuesday 7 10:00am Order of St. Luke
12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel
1:00pm Staff Meeting
4:00pm Outreach meeting
6 - 9pm Schola Rehearsal for May 10 & 11 concert
7:00pm AA in Auditorium
7:30pm Al-Anon in the Guild Room
Wednesday, 8 12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel
6:30pm Stewardship Team meeting
Thursday 9 10:30am Reflections with Deacon Christine
12noon Healing Eucharist in the Chapel
4:00pm Boy Singers of Maine
7:00pm Choir Rehearsal
7:30pm Men’s AA downstairs
Friday 10 12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel
5:30pm Al-Anon in the Guild Room
7:30pm Falmouth HS China Trip Slide Show - All welcome!
7:30am S. Mary’s Schola Concert at the Cathedral in Portland
Saturday 11 8:00am Godspeed prayer & running group
9-11am Saint Mary’s Garden Club Plant Sale
9:00am Boy Singers of Maine
10:00am Dorothy Dillenback Moore Funeral Service
3:00pm Drawing Class in the Guiding RAY Art Studio
7:30am S. Mary’s Schola Concert at S. Mary’s Church
Sunday 12 8:00am The Seventh Sunday of Easter: Traditional Eucharist
9:30am Formation Hour for all ages
10:30am The Seventh Sunday of Easter: Contemporary Eucharist
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