Saint Mary’s Weekly News
May 15, 2016 – The Day of Pentecost
Congratulations to our newest baptized disciple: Kellan Cressey
This Sunday, we will welcome Kellan to the household of God and the Body of Christ! And congratulations to him, his parents (Erica & Derek), his big brother (Brecken), and all of his family on his upcoming baptism.
2016 Parish Photo Directory: appointments available for June 1,2,3 & 4
We are getting ready to create a new photo directory, and we need you to help make it complete! There is no purchase necessary, but by participating you will receive a free printed directory and 8” x 10”. And we need everyone to participate to make this a good and usable resource. Sign-up details are in the May AVE and on the Saint Mary’s website. The time slots available will be as follows:
· Wednesday, June 1: 2 – 9 Pm
· Thursday, June 2: 2 – 9 PM
· Friday, June 3: 2 – 9 PM
· Saturday, June 4: 10 AM – 5 PM
Serving The World
Habitat for Humanity 5K Run and Walk: Saturday, May 14, 9 AM
We celebrate a two-decade relationship with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Portland. We are thankful for all the families with whom Saint Mary's and the Falmouth churches have partnered to provide stable, affordable housing in our communities. Our signature event to support this partnership is the Falmouth Foreside 5K Run and Walk on Saturday, May 14 which kicks off from Saint Mary's at 9 AM (Registration begins at 8 AM). A wonderful event for all ages and levels!! Cash prizes for walkers and runners! You can also register for either the Run or Walk at http://www.habitatportlandme.org. Click on Spring and Summer events! FMI, please reach out to Jennifer Gregg (jenniferanngregg@gmail.com).
The Casco Bay 21K: Run for Young Life: Saturday, May 14, 9 AM
A full Half Marathon & Relay Race with all proceeds supporting Young Life Casco Bay.
Ø 9 AM start in Payson Park, Portland, run all of Rt. 88 to the Big Indian in Freeport
Ø Open relay race: no supervised relay points create your own team and divide the distance in any way. Each family can split the mileage as one relay team.
FMI: contact jordandroge@gmail.com REGISTER NOW at www.runinarace.com/CascoBay
Spring Mission Morning FOR ALL!
Next Sunday, May 22, beginning at 9 AM
This is how we will worship and serve God together next Sunday. Parishioners of all ages (this is VERY family-friendly) will gather in the Auditorium at 9 AM for a song and a prayer. Then we disperse in small groups to venture into the community for various projects. We return at 11:30 for Communion and a quick lunch. The nursery will be available for our youngest parishioners (up to 3 ½ years) from 9 AM – 12 noon. Here are the projects which offer a service opportunity for everyone:
· Morning at Milestone: Spring Clean-up at the OOB Residential Center
· Bringing Spring to Seniors. Bring marigolds to and visit with residents of a local convalescent home, leaving your “touch of spring” with them! (Family Friendly!)
· Falmouth Food Pantry Art Project. Stay at Saint Mary's to create a collage to cheer the Food Pantry clients. (Family Friendly!)
· Spring Clean-up for Neighbors in Need. Indoor and outdoor projects at homes of fellow parishioners and neighbors in need. (Family Friendly!)
· Lumberjacks for Cumberland. Cut, split, stack or deliver firewood for the Cumberland Food Bank (provides heating assistance to residents.)
REMEMBER! Bring children’s SOCKS (size 9-2) or UNDERPANTS for boys or girls (sizes 4, 5, 6) for the children at the Headstart Program in Kennedy Park
St. Elizabeth’s Jubilee Center: we serve 9 – 11 AM on Tuesday, May 17
Come out to serve those in need in Portland at Saint Elizabeth’s. A group from Saint Mary’s will be there on Tuesday morning to distribute clothing and other important items. Enter from the parking lot behind St. Luke’s Cathedral on Park Street.
Souper Supper: 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month – May 27
Our free suppers in our Parish House Auditorium open to anyone and everyone. Please consider dropping in sometime between 5 – 7 PM on either evening for dinner served in a family-style setting and consisting of a hearty soup, salad, bread, homemade desserts and beverages. And we are always looking for more servers to join the Souper Supper Team. FMI, contact Jennifer Gregg (jenniferanngregg@gmail.com or 781-2665).
Youth Ministry
Young Life Club: Monday, May16 at 7:31PM
Our area Young Life Club is growing each week! This week, Club returns to the Herdrich’s house at 2 Town Landing Rd in Falmouth. All area high schoolers (and eighth -graders) are invited to come and bring a friend. The more people, the better! If anyone is curious about this, please contact Fr. Nathan who is on the YL Leadership Committee.
Guiding RAY (Religious Adventures for Youth)
At 9:30 AM, Family Chapel is a brief time for families and children to be with Fr. Nathan in the Chapel. Guiding RAY classes begin immediately afterward at 9:45 AM.
The Nursery is open for our youngest disciples downstairs beginning at 9:45 AM.
Gatherings & Events
Annual Bridge–a–Thon: Fri, May 20, 12:30 – 4 PM - Reserve your table now!
Saint Mary's Bridge-a-thon has earned Falmouth fame!!! A spring delight for up to 84 players who come to Saint Mary's for fun, food, and prizes! Find a table for four to play bridge, Mah Jong OR any other four-person game. $12per person. Please reserve your table with Beth Shaw in the parish office (781-3366 or smary@smary.org).
PLEASE SIGN UP to HELP and/or BRING FOOD ITEMS. Sign-up sheet is outside the Guild Room. Call Betsy Stoddard (829-2026) or Jan Mordarski (899-4099) with questions.
Saint Mary’s Garden Club Plant Sale: Saturday, May 21, 9am – 12noon
Find the best in annuals, perennials, grasses and herbs. Get here early!
Changes in the Chancel for the Portland Bach Festival
Don’t panic! We are experimenting with removing the furniture in the Chancel! In June, Saint Mary’s will be the premier venue for the Portland Bach Festival which will require space for dozens of musicians and every available seat in the Nave. This is a great honor and a wonderful opportunity. In addition, the popularity of Saint Mary's Schola indicates that we make more seats available for patrons. Due to these upcoming events, we are looking at ways to open the Chancel to allow for more music festivals and events. All constructive feedback is welcome! Share your ideas with the staff or the wardens.
SPARKLES NEWS. Cleaning Closets? Downsizing? Closing an estate? Be sure to consider donating your unique items, family treasures or gently used household goods to the Sparkles Boutique. Please, no rummage or books or clothes.
Donation dates are not until the Fall but if you need help with storage, please call Jan Mordarski (899-4099) or Onnie Hastings (878-6683) and we will make arrangements. PLEASE do not drop off things without first speaking with Onnie or Jan.
Community Care & Nurture
Wisdom Seekers: Tuesdays at 10:30 AM – new study of “Half-Truths”
Have you ever said " God helps those who help themselves"? How about "God won't give you more than you can handle"? Would it surprise you to know that these and other common sayings do not come from the Bible? The Wisdom Seekers will be reading Half Truths by Methodist pastor and popular author Adam Hamilton to explore what the Bible does say about God's activity in our lives. Anyone is welcome to join the discussion on any Tuesday. The group is led by Deacon Christine and meets in the Guild Room.
Noonday Prayer every weekday in the Chapel
Prayer is central to our community. This takes 10 minutes and all are welcome. You are also invited, wherever you may be, to STOP and PRAY at 12 noon for those in need, for our parish family, for our bishop, and for your own life with God. On Thursdays, we include prayers for healing and the Eucharist.
Thursday Eucharist: every Thursday in the Chapel at 12 noon
Looking for inspiration and spiritual community during the week? This is what happens every Thursday in the Chapel. This is a beautiful, informal time to gather at the Lord’s Table with a meditation on the scriptures or the lives of the saints, time for group discussion, and prayers for healing.
Communicating with Father Nathan
Feel free to contact Nathan+ at any time if you wish to speak with him. You can call or text his cell anytime at 207-310-0268 or e-mail him directly at nathanferrell@smary.org but know that email is not checked during the weekend or when he’s away.
Prayer Concerns for this week: David Bates, Trent Billings, Gardener Bilodeau, Peter Blaze, John Delaney, Janet Dorman, Gay Freeman, Olive Galen, Sarah Gorman, Mary Jeton, Angela Kase, Chandra Lowe, Roger Murray, Julie Otte, Mark Reinhart, Stewart Stalnecker, Bucky.
IF YOU WANT TO ADD NAMES TO THE PRAYER LIST, write them on the Sunday Prayer List found in the Narthex or contact the Office (781-3366 or smary@smary.org).
This Week at Saint Mary’s
Saturday 14 8:00am Habitat for Humanity 5K Walk & Run – Race begins at 9 am
8:00am The Casco Bay 21K for Young Life – Race at 9 in Payson Park
9:30am Boy Singers of Maine rehearse
4:00pm Soule & Reaves wedding
5:30pm NYA Pre-Prom Dinner in Auditorium
Sunday 15 8:00am The Day of Pentecost: Traditional Eucharist
9:00am Coffee Hour
9:30am Family Chapel
9:45am Guiding RAY classes begin
10:00am The Day of Pentecost: Contemporary Eucharist & Holy Baptism
11:00am Coffee Hour continues with Blessing of the new Piano
Monday 16 12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel
3:30pm MMSET Class in Great Room
Tuesday 17 8:30am Saint Marians serve at St. Elizabeth’s
9:30am Art Group in Auditorium
10:30am Wisdom Seekers: book study of Half Truths
12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel
1:00pm Staff meeting
1:00pm Get Stitching group
6:30pm Beginner’s Al-Anon
7:00pm AA in the Auditorium
7:30pm Al-Anon in the Guild Room
Wednesday 18 12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel
6:0pm Vestry meeting
Thursday 19 12noon Holy Eucharist – in the Chapel
4:00pm Boy Singers of Maine rehearsal
7:00pm Saint Mary’s Choir rehearsal
Friday 20 Parish Office is closed on Fridays
12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel
12:30-4pm Bridge-A-Thon
Saturday 21 9am-12n Saint Mary’s Garden Club Plant Sale
9:30am – 2pm Companions of the Holy Cross Retreat in Guild Room
Sunday 22 Trinity Sunday: Spring Mission Morning
9:00am Welcome, Prayer and Sending Out
11:30am Gather for Communion and Lunch
Beth Shaw
Parish Administrator
The Episcopal Church of Saint Mary
43 Foreside Road
Falmouth, Maine 04105
207.781.3366
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