Thursday, December 19, 2013

S. Mary's eNEWS for 12.22.13

Saint Mary’s Weekly News

December 22, 2013 – The Fourth Sunday of Advent

 

Our prayer concerns for this week

For healing: Marge Devine, Nat Fenollosa, Andrew Leighton, Roger Murray, Peg Pierce, Dolores and John Rich, Jen Rothbart, Lynne Shepherd Eileen Shortell, and  John Unfricht.

 

Pledge Envelopes for 2014 will be available next week.  We will provide them for those who have requested envelopes in the past few years, and there will be a sign-up sheet outside the Guild Room if you do not have them but would like to do so.

 

The Annual Sparkles Concert:  “A Child Is Born”  - 

Rescheduled for 4 pm this SUNDAY afternoon 

This seasonal program is presented by a chorus, some of Maine finest solo singers, period baroque instruments (violins and oboe), lute, and organ in a program that will lift your spirits. Interspersed throughout the evening will be readings from the King James Bible, and poetry from masters of all ages read by Saint Mary's rector, Father Nathan Ferrell. After the concert you are invited to an elegant reception to end the Advent Sparkles Season.  Tickets are $15.00 for adults, $12 for seniors and students, with a family cap of $40.00, and are available on line at stmaryschola.org, at the parish office, at coffee hours or at the door.

 

Stewardship Update

Thank you to all who give so much to our life here at Saint Mary's. We are so blessed to have so many contributing time, talents and/or treasures. As you may recall, our stewardship campaign was not on the typical annual schedule last year. Pledges were made during Lent. We hope that you'll continue your pledge as we pass into 2014. We'll begin our stewardship campaign in January so stay tuned for more information. There are some among us who like to give annually in December or January. If that timing is better for you and your budget, please feel free to continue. You can let Beth know your intention for 2014. And thank you for all you do to enrich the ministries and programs here at Saint Mary's!!

 

Youth Ministry Notes

“The Middlers”

The Middlers are “on break” during the holidays and will restart in early 2014! 

 

Godly Play - Christian Formation for our younger Christians

We offer a Montessori-based program called Godly Play to learn about God, the Bible, and the Church with our children.  Family Chapel begins at 9:15am followed by Guiding RAY classes (age 4 through 5th grade) begin downstairs in the Parish House at 9:30am. The nursery also opens at 9:15 for our infants and preschoolers. 

There will be no Chapel or classes on December 29. These will resume on January 5.

 

Serving The World

Thanks to all who gave gifts to the Saint Mary’s Giving Tree this year

 

TODAY, December 22nd, is our Soup Kitchen Sunday 

The Fourth Sunday of each month, Saint Mary’s prepares and serves a hot meal to the clients at the Preble Street Soup Kitchen.  We need people to (a) go around 10:30 to help with the cooking and set-up; (b) to arrive about 11:45 to assist with table service; and/or (c) to help with clean-up beginning at 1:00.  Bless you. Questions?  Please call Marian McCue at 761-1936 or mmccue@maine.rr.com 

 

 

Haiti Mission Team reporting: January 5 & 12 

Becky, Kelly and Bruce will share their experience in Haiti with the parish by photo, video and storytelling at our Twelfth Night Potluck & Epiphany Eucharist on Jan. 5 at 5 pm. Then Becky will be our preacher on January 12 and share about their experience of hands-on mission work in light of the Gospel message. Don’t miss it!

 

Meetings, Gatherings and Events

 

Twelfth Night Potluck, Eucharist and Mission Program

Sunday, January 5th - SAVE the DATE!!!!

Let’s join together to celebrate the twelfth night of Christmas and the Epiphany.  Epiphany means to show, is a season of light, when Christ is shown to be the light of the world. During Epiphany, we follow the wise men and the disciples as they learn to follow Jesus and what it means for us to follow Jesus.  What a perfect time for our missionaries to Haiti to share their experiences with us!  There is a sign-up sheet by the Guild Room.  

 

Art and Faith Dialogue Group

Everyone is welcome to join this open group discussion at 9:15 am on Sundays in the Guild Room. This group will convene again on January 5 and continue to make plans for a potential Lenten art show.

 

Spiritual nourishment for all: Thursdays at Saint Mary’s   

Our 10:30 am Study and 12 noon Healing Eucharist will be offered again on January 2.

 

Saint Mary's Book Group - NEW and corrected

will meet on Monday, January 27 at 2:00.  We will discuss Wallace Stenger's "The Spectator Bird".  It is a tongue-in-cheek novel about aging.   Everyone is welcome!  Please come! Call Jean Wandel 781-4940 for more details.

 

Pastoral Care

 

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 anytime on his cell at 609-410-7573.

 

Eucharistic Visitors take Holy Communion to those unable to worship with us on Sunday morning.  The Eucharistic Visitor today is Deacon Christine Bennett.  During the week if you or someone you know needs communion, please call the Parish Office. If you wish to learn more about this special ministry, feel free to speak with Deacon Christine.

 

This Week’s Calendar at Saint Mary’s

Sunday                      22      8:00am       The 4th  Sunday of Advent: Traditional Eucharist

                                           9:15am       Art and Faith Discussion group

                                           10:00am       The 4th Sunday of Advent: Christmas Pageant & Eucharist

                                                                                10:30am         Preble Street Soup Kitchen work begins

                                                          4:00pm           Sparkles SCHOLA Concert at S. Mary’s

Monday                     23      12noon       Noonday Prayer in the Chapel

Tuesday                     24      THE EVE OF THE NATIVITY

                                           10:00am       Order of St. Luke 

                                                          12noon       Noonday Prayer in the Chapel

                                               4:00pm       Christmas Eve Family Liturgy

                                           6:00pm       Christmas Eve Family Liturgy

                                           11:00pm       Christmas Eve Candlelight Mass

                                           7:00pm       AA in Auditorium

                                           7:30pm       Al-Anon in the Guild Room

Wednesday               25      THE FEAST OF THE NATIVITY OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST

                                           Parish Office Closed                      

                                                          10:00am       Christmas Day Eucharist

Thursday                   26      Saint Stephen, Deacon and Martyr

                                           Parish Office Closed

                                           12noon       Noonday Prayer - wherever you find yourself

Friday                        27      Saint John, Apostle and Evangelist

                                           Parish Office Closed

                                           12noon       Noonday Prayer - wherever you find yourself

                                           4:00pm       Wedding rehearsal

                                           5 - 7pm       Community Souper Supper

                                           5:30pm       Al-Anon in the Guild Room           

Saturday                    28      The Holy Innocents

                                           3:00pm           Smith - Duchin Wedding

Sunday                      29      8:00am       The 1st Sunday of Christmas: Traditional Eucharist

                                           10:00am       The 1st Sunday of Christmas: Contemporary Eucharist

                                                                       

 

 

 

Beth Shaw

Parish Administrator

The Episcopal Church of Saint Mary

43 Foreside Road (Route 88)

Falmouth, ME 04105

207-781-3366

www.smary.org

 

Friday, December 13, 2013

S. Mary's eNEWS for 12.15.13

Saint Mary’s Weekly News

December 15, 2013 – The Third Sunday of Advent

 

Let it Snow!  Looks like it’s coming.  No matter the amount, Father Nathan says there will be church on Sunday, December 15th, but he urges everyone to use discretion and listen to their inner voices of caution.  We want no accidents. 

Be warm and stay safe

 

Our prayer concerns for this week

For healing: Nat Fenollosa, Andrew Leighton, Roger Murray, Peg Pierce, Dolores and John Rich, Jen Rothbart, and Lynne Shepherd

 

Advent & Christmas Caroling!  December 13, 4pm.  Adults and children are encouraged to gather at 4pm for caroling at Falmouth by the Sea and Foreside Harbor, followed by a hearty meal (and singing for your supper...) at S. Mary's SOUPER SUPPER.  Sign-up in the Auditorium at coffee hour!   

 

Reschedule of The Annual Sparkles Concert and Reception - “A Child Is Born”  - 

          NEXT Sunday afternoon, December 22nd at 4pm

     Due to impending weather events, it is with regret that the St. Mary Schola must reschedule the Falmouth concert at S. Mary's  from 15 December to 22 December at 4pm, with reception to follow and cancel its Kennebunkport concert.

      We  apologize for the inconvenience this cancellation and rescheduling will undoubtedly cause, and we thank you again for your loyalty and support of the St. Mary Schola.   St. Mary’s tickets will be honored at the Schola Concert tonight at St. Luke’s Cathedral if unable to make the December 22nd rescheduled concert. 

      This seasonal program will be presented by a chorus, some of Maine finest solo singers, period baroque instruments (violins and oboe), lute, and organ in a program that will lift your spirits. Interspersed throughout the evening will be readings from the King James Bible, and poetry from masters of all ages read by Saint Mary's new rector, the Reverend Nathan Ferrell. If you want to experience the mystery of medieval song, the glory of baroque music, and hear some of Maine's best singers and players celebrate this season, please join us at 4:00pm this afternoon in the Church. After the concert you are invited to an elegant reception to end the Advent Sparkles Season.  Tickets are $15.00 for adults, $12 for seniors and students, with a family cap of $40.00, and are available on line at stmaryschola.org, at the parish office, at coffee hours or at the door.

 

Stewardship Update

Thank you to all who give so much to our life here at Saint Mary's. We are so blessed to have so many contributing time, talents and/or treasures. As you may recall, our stewardship campaign was not on the typical annual schedule last year. Pledges were made during Lent. We hope that you'll continue your pledge as we pass into 2014. We'll begin our stewardship campaign in January so stay tuned for more information. There are some among us who like to give annually in December or January. If that timing is better for you and your budget, please feel free to continue. You can let Beth know your intention for 2014. And thank you for all you do to enrich the ministries and programs here at Saint Mary's!!

 

Spoil yourself with an Advent Quiet Day at Saint Mary’s

Deacon Christine Bennett is leading a Quiet Day in the Fr James Chapel on Saturday, December 21st from 9am - 2pm. Take a break to prepare yourself for the true meaning of Christmas.  Meditations by Henri J.M. Nouwen from his book  "Advent and Christmas Wisdom."   There will be a silent lunch (bring your own) but drinks will be provided.  For more information contact, Christine Bennett at deacab@maine.rr.com

 

Youth Ministry Notes

“The Middlers”

The Middlers are “on break” during the holidays and will restart in early 2014! 

 

FUN IS GOD High School group gathers monthly!  Our next outing will be:

2:30 – 4:30pm, Sunday, December 15: Creating a Christmas Carol Chorus”.  

We will meet at the front door of the Main Lodge at Ocean View and walk the halls singing Christmas Carol for the elders. Questions? Call Jane Stegemann 797-8422 or Ruth 239-0482. All youth are welcome. Bring your friends!  

 

Godly Play - Christian Formation for our younger Christians

We offer a Montessori-based program called Godly Play to learn about God, the Bible, and the Church with our children.  Family Chapel begins at 9:15am followed by Guiding RAY classes (age 4 through 5th grade) begin downstairs in the Parish House at 9:30am. The nursery also opens at 9:15 for our infants and preschoolers. 

 

2013 Christmas Pageant!   Following a quick snack at coffee hour, gather in the Guiding RAY spaces with Mrs. Otte, our Pageant Director.   One Remaining  Pageant Rehearsal:    December 15 - after the 10am service.   December 21 at 3pm:  Full DRESS REHEARSAL  - arrive at 2:30 pm.   December 22, 10am:  The Pageant! 

 

Advent Caroling!  December 13, 4pm.  Adults and children are encouraged to gather at 4pm for caroling at Falmouth by the Sea and Foreside Harbor, followed by a hearty meal (and singing for your supper...) at S. Mary's SOUPER SUPPER.  Sign-up in the Auditorium at coffee hour!   

 

Serving The World

Saint Mary’s Giving Tree this year to help U.S. Marine’s  Toys  for Tots  program

 This year those of us who wish to do so are encouraged to give new toys, dolls, stuffed animals, games, trucks, clothing, etc to young people in need in our area.    All of our gifts will be delivered to Toys for Tots on December 17th.    Rather than wrap your gifts, please place new items under the tree in the foyer of the auditorium under the giving tree.  Children from 1 to 18 will be thrilled to receive gifts on Christmas morning thanks to your kindness and generosity.  Deadline for giving is December 17th.

 

St. Elizabeth’s Essential Pantry: Tuesday from 8:30 - 11 am  - December 17th

All are welcome to serve those in need in Portland at Saint Elizabeth’s. A group from Saint Mary’s will be there on Tuesday morning. Enter from the parking lot behind St. Luke’s Cathedral on Park Street.

 

Next Sunday, December 22nd , is our Soup Kitchen Sunday 

The Fourth Sunday of each month, Saint Mary’s prepares and serves a hot meal to the clients at the Preble Street Soup Kitchen.  We need people to (a) go around 10:30 to help with the cooking and set-up; (b) to arrive about 11:45 to assist with table service; and/or (c) to help with clean-up beginning at 1:00.  Bless you. Questions?  Please call Marian McCue at 761-1936 or mmccue@maine.rr.com 

 

Meetings, Gatherings and Events

 

Art and Faith Dialogue Group

Everyone is welcome to join this open group discussion of Art & Faith in all its forms.  The discussion group meets on each Sunday morning at 9:15am in the Guild Room.

 

Spiritual nourishment for all: Thursdays at Saint Mary’s   

All are welcome for a time of spiritual refreshment and community. If you need help with transportation or childcare in order to participate, provisions can be made. Please ask!

10:30am:         Wisdom Seekers – meditation and spiritual conversations with Deacon Christine on the season of Advent.  All are welcome to join us for this group discussion and some mid-morning munchies!

12noon:           Healing Eucharist with the laying on of hands for healing. All are welcome; you do not need to be ill. This is a brief, special, intimate liturgy in the Chapel.

 

Did you know?

Saint Mary’s has seven parishioners singing in the Magic of Christmas at Merrill Auditorium this season:  Betsy & Jim Stoddard; Linda & Stan Eaton; Kate Kirsch; Mary Ann McLean and Tom Pettingill.   And we have two parishioners participating in the Victorian Nutcracker at the Portland, Stage Company: Erin Ferrell and Alison McMonagle.


Saint Mary's Book Group

will meet on Tuesday, January 28 at 2:00.  We will be discussing Wallace Stegner's Angle of Repose, which won the Pulitzer Prize for fiction in 1971.  It is an enthralling portrait of four generations of an American family.  Everyone is warmly welcome to participate!  Please call Jean Wandel for more details.

 

Pastoral Care

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 anytime on his cell at 609-410-7573.

Eucharistic Visitors take Holy Communion to those unable to worship with us on Sunday morning.  The Eucharistic Visitor today is Paul Engel.  During the week if you or someone you know needs communion, please call the Parish Office. If you wish to learn more about this special ministry, feel free to speak with Deacon Christine.

Pastoral Notes

John MacDonald passed away on November 25. The family invites all to gather for the Burial Office on Saturday, December 14th  at 1:00pm.

Earl Hathaway’s family and friends will gather for a Burial Eucharist at 2pm on Friday, December 20.

David Thurston passed away on December 11;  friends and family will gather for the Burial Office planned for Jan. 18th

This Week’s Calendar at Saint Mary’s

 

Sunday                      15      8:00am       The 3rd   Sunday of Advent: Traditional Eucharist

                                           9:15am       Family Chapel  &  Art and Faith Discussion group

                                           10:00am       The 3rd   Sunday of Advent: Contemporary Eucharist

                                                          2:30pm           FUN IS God: Christmas Caroling

                                                          4:00pm           Sparkles SCHOLA Concert at S. Mary’s

Monday                     16      12noon       Noonday Prayer in the Chapel

                                           3-5:00pm    Middle School cooking class in kitchen

                                           7:00pm       Vestry Meeting

Tuesday                     17        8:30am            St. Marians  volunteer at St. Elizabeth’s Essentials Pantry

                                                          10:00am       Order of St. Luke

                                           10:00am         Staff Meeting

                                                          12noon       Noonday Prayer in the Chapel

                                           4:00pm       Pastoral Partners

                                           6:00pm       Schola rehearsal

                                            7:00pm       AA in Auditorium

                                           7:30pm       Al-Anon in the Guild Room

Wednesday               18      12noon       Noonday Prayer in the Chapel

                                           3-6:00pm       Art classes in downstairs kitchen

Thursday                   19      Father Nathan is at Fresh Start in Waterville

                                           10:30am       Wisdom Seekers

                                           12noon       Healing Liturgy  in the Chapel

                                           4:00pm       Boy Singers of Maine rehearsal and holiday celebration

                                            7:00pm       Choir rehearsal

Friday                        20      Parish Office Closed on Fridays

                                           12noon       Noonday Prayer - wherever you find yourself

                                           2:00pm       Earl Hathaway funeral

                                           5:30pm       Al-Anon in the Guild Room           

Saturday                    21      9:am-2pm       Advent Quiet Day

                                                          3:00pm           Full Dress Rehearsal for Christmas Pageant

                                                                                   (participants arrive at 2:30pm)

Sunday                      22      8:00am       The 4th  Sunday of Advent: Traditional Eucharist

                                           9:15am       Art and Faith Discussion group

                                           10:00am       The 4th  Sunday of Advent: Contemporary Eucharist

                                                                                                and Christmas pageant

 

 

 

 

 

Beth Shaw

Parish Administrator

The Episcopal Church of Saint Mary

43 Foreside Road (Route 88)

Falmouth, ME 04105

207-781-3366

www.smary.org

 

Thursday, December 12, 2013

S. Mary's eNEWS for 12.15.13

Saint Mary’s Weekly News

December 15, 2013 – The Third Sunday of Advent

 

Our prayer concerns for this week

For healing: Nat Fenollosa, Andrew Leighton, Roger Murray, Peg Pierce, Dolores and John Rich, Jen Rothbart, and Lynne Shepherd

 

Advent & Christmas Caroling!  December 13, 4pm.  Adults and children are encouraged to gather at 4pm for caroling at Falmouth by the Sea and Foreside Harbor, followed by a hearty meal (and singing for your supper...) at S. Mary's SOUPER SUPPER.  Sign-up in the Auditorium at coffee hour!   

 

The Annual Sparkles Concert - “A Child Is Born”  -  4 pm this afternoon 

This seasonal program will be presented by a  chorus, some of Maine finest solo singers, period baroque instruments (violins and oboe), lute, and organ in a program that will lift your spirits. Interspersed throughout the evening will be readings from the King James Bible, and poetry from masters of all ages read by Saint Mary's new rector, the Reverend Nathan Ferrell. If you want to experience the mystery of medieval song, the glory of baroque music, and hear some of Maine's best singers and players celebrate this season, please join us at 4:00pm this afternoon in the Church. After the concert you are invited to an elegant reception to end the Advent Sparkles Season.  Tickets are $15.00 for adults, $12 for seniors and students, with a family cap of $40.00, and are available on line at stmaryschola.org, at the parish office, at coffee hours or at the door.

 

Stewardship Update

Thank you to all who give so much to our life here at Saint Mary's. We are so blessed to have so many contributing time, talents and/or treasures. As you may recall, our stewardship campaign was not on the typical annual schedule last year. Pledges were made during Lent. We hope that you'll continue your pledge as we pass into 2014. We'll begin our stewardship campaign in January so stay tuned for more information. There are some among us who like to give annually in December or January. If that timing is better for you and your budget, please feel free to continue. You can let Beth know your intention for 2014. And thank you for all you do to enrich the ministries and programs here at Saint Mary's!!

 

Spoil yourself with an Advent Quiet Day at Saint Mary’s

Deacon Christine Bennett is leading a Quiet Day in the Fr James Chapel on Saturday, December 21st from 9am - 2pm. Take a break to prepare yourself for the true meaning of Christmas.  Meditations by Henri J.M. Nouwen from his book  "Advent and Christmas Wisdom."   There will be a silent lunch (bring your own) but drinks will be provided.  For More information contact, Christine Bennett at deacab@maine.rr.com

 

Youth Ministry Notes

“The Middlers”

The Middlers are “on break” during the holidays and will restart in early 2014! 

FUN IS GOD High School group gathers monthly!  Our next outing will be:

2:30 – 4:30pm, Sunday, December 15: Creating a Christmas Carol Chorus”.  

We will meet at the front door of the Main Lodge at Ocean View and walk the halls singing Christmas Carol for the elders. Questions? Call Jane Stegemann 797-8422 or Ruth 239-0482. All youth are welcome. Bring your friends!  

 

Godly Play - Christian Formation for our younger Christians

We offer a Montessori-based program called Godly Play to learn about God, the Bible, and the Church with our children.  Family Chapel begins at 9:15am followed by Guiding RAY classes (age 4 through 5th grade) begin downstairs in the Parish House at 9:30am. The nursery also opens at 9:15 for our infants and preschoolers. 

 

2013 Christmas Pageant!   Following a quick snack at coffee hour, gather in the Guiding RAY spaces with Mrs. Otte, our Pageant Director.   One Remaining  Pageant Rehearsal:    December 15 - after the 10am service.   December 21 at 3pm:  Full DRESS REHEARSAL  - arrive at 2:30 pm.   December 22, 10am:  The Pageant! 

 

Advent Caroling!  December 13, 4pm.  Adults and children are encouraged to gather at 4pm for caroling at Falmouth by the Sea and Foreside Harbor, followed by a hearty meal (and singing for your supper...) at S. Mary's SOUPER SUPPER.  Sign-up in the Auditorium at coffee hour!   

 

Serving The World

Saint Mary’s Giving Tree this year to help U.S. Marine’s  Toys  for Tots  program

 This year those of us who wish to do so are encouraged to give new toys, dolls, stuffed animals, games, trucks, clothing, etc to young people in need in our area.    All of our gifts will be delivered to Toys for Tots on December 17th.    Rather than wrap your gifts, please place new items under the tree in the foyer of the auditorium under the giving tree.  Children from 1 to 18 will be thrilled to receive gifts on Christmas morning thanks to your kindness and generosity.  Deadline for giving is December 17th.

 

St. Elizabeth’s Essential Pantry: Tuesday from 8:30 - 11 am  - December 17th

All are welcome to serve those in need in Portland at Saint Elizabeth’s. A group from Saint Mary’s will be there on Tuesday morning. Enter from the parking lot behind St. Luke’s Cathedral on Park Street.

 

Next Sunday, December 22nd , is our Soup Kitchen Sunday 

The Fourth Sunday of each month, Saint Mary’s prepares and serves a hot meal to the clients at the Preble Street Soup Kitchen.  We need people to (a) go around 10:30 to help with the cooking and set-up; (b) to arrive about 11:45 to assist with table service; and/or (c) to help with clean-up beginning at 1:00.  Bless you. Questions?  Please call Marian McCue at 761-1936 or mmccue@maine.rr.com 

Meetings, Gatherings and Events

 

Art and Faith Dialogue Group

Everyone is welcome to join this open group discussion of Art & Faith in all its forms.  The discussion group meets on each Sunday morning at 9:15am in the Guild Room.

 

Spiritual nourishment for all: Thursdays at Saint Mary’s   

All are welcome for a time of spiritual refreshment and community. If you need help with transportation or childcare in order to participate, provisions can be made. Please ask!

10:30am:         Wisdom Seekers – meditation and spiritual conversations with Deacon Christine on the season of Advent.  All are welcome to join us for this group discussion and some mid-morning munchies!

12noon:           Healing Eucharist with the laying on of hands for healing. All are welcome; you do not need to be ill. This is a brief, special, intimate liturgy in the Chapel.

 

Did you know?

Saint Mary’s has seven parishioners singing in the Magic of Christmas at Merrill Auditorium this season:  Betsy & Jim Stoddard; Linda & Stan Eaton; Kate Kirsch; Mary Ann McLean and Tom Pettingill.   And we have two parishioners participating in the Victorian Nutcracker at the Portland, Stage Company: Erin Ferrell and Alison McMonagle.


Saint Mary's Book Group

will meet on Tuesday, January 28 at 2:00.  We will be discussing Wallace Stegner's Angle of Repose, which won the Pulitzer Prize for fiction in 1971.  It is an enthralling portrait of four generations of an American family.  Everyone is warmly welcome to participate!  Please call Jean Wandel for more details.

 

Pastoral Care

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 anytime on his cell at 609-410-7573.

Eucharistic Visitors take Holy Communion to those unable to worship with us on Sunday morning.  The Eucharistic Visitor today is Paul Engel.  During the week if you or someone you know needs communion, please call the Parish Office. If you wish to learn more about this special ministry, feel free to speak with Deacon Christine.

Pastoral Notes

John MacDonald passed away on November 25. The family invites all to gather for the Burial Office on Saturday, December 14th  at 1:00pm.

Earl Hathaway’s family and friends will gather for a Burial Eucharist at 2pm on Friday, December 20.

David Thurston passed away on December 11 with Burial Office planned for Jan. 18th

This Week’s Calendar at Saint Mary’s

 

Sunday                      15      8:00am       The 3rd   Sunday of Advent: Traditional Eucharist

                                                     9:15am       Family Chapel  &  Art and Faith Discussion group

                                                     10:00am       The 3rd   Sunday of Advent: Contemporary Eucharist

                                                                      2:30pm           FUN IS God: Christmas Caroling

                                                                      4:00pm           Sparkles SCHOLA Concert at S. Mary’s

Monday                     16      12noon       Noonday Prayer in the Chapel

                                           3-5:00pm    Middle School cooking class in kitchen

                                           7:00pm       Vestry Meeting

Tuesday                     17        8:30am            St. Marians  volunteer at St. Elizabeth’s Essentials Pantry

                                                          10:00am       Order of St. Luke

                                                     10:00am         Staff Meeting

                                                                      12noon       Noonday Prayer in the Chapel

                                                     4:00pm       Pastoral Partners

                                                     6:00pm       Schola rehearsal

                                                     7:00pm       AA in Auditorium

                                                     7:30pm       Al-Anon in the Guild Room

Wednesday               18      12noon       Noonday Prayer in the Chapel

                                           3-6:00pm       Art classes in downstairs kitchen

Thursday                   19      Father Nathan is at Fresh Start in Waterville

                                           10:30am       Wisdom Seekers

                                                     12noon       Healing Liturgy  in the Chapel

                                                     4:00pm       Boy Singers of Maine rehearsal and holiday celebration

                                                     7:00pm       Choir rehearsal

Friday                        20      Parish Office Closed on Fridays

                                                     12noon       Noonday Prayer - wherever you find yourself

                                                     2:00pm       Earl Hathaway funeral

                                                     5:30pm       Al-Anon in the Guild Room  

Saturday                    21      9:am-2pm       Advent Quiet Day

                                                          3:00pm           Full Dress Rehearsal for Christmas Pageant

                                                                                   (participants arrive at 2:30pm)

Sunday                      22      8:00am       The 4th  Sunday of Advent: Traditional Eucharist

                                                     9:15am       Art and Faith Discussion group

                                                     10:00am       The 4th  Sunday of Advent: Contemporary Eucharist

                                                                                                                and Christmas pageant

 

 

Beth Shaw

Parish Administrator

The Episcopal Church of Saint Mary

43 Foreside Road (Route 88)

Falmouth, ME 04105

207-781-3366

www.smary.org