Saint Mary’s Weekly News
June 17, 2017 – The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost
Our Thanks to Reverend Tom White and organist Mark Howard for leading our celebrations this Sunday morning in word and song. Fr Nathan and Bruce are raising awareness and money for the Lung Association through the Trek Across Maine bicycling event. See more info below.
Portland Bach Festival wraps up: June 17
Pairing the best of Bach with the best of Portland! Featuring renowned Maine, National and International artists. We have been pleased to be a part of the Portland Bach Experience; patrons and musician alike have been impressed with our campus and the welcome reception they’ve received. Thank you!
Concerts this weekend: Friday at 7pm; Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons: Saturday, 7pm Closing Festival Concert at Saint Mary’s is Sunday afternoon at 3pm. For more information or to purchase tickets: www.portlandbachexperience.org.
Serving our World
Saint Mary’s 2018 Trek Across Maine Team - June 15-17
The Trek Across Maine is a 3-day, 180-mile cycling event from the mountains of Sunday River to the sea in Belfast. As the largest fundraising event of its kind in the nation for the American Lung Association, the Trek has raised more than $24 million in the past 30+ years. Nearly 2,000 cyclists and 750 volunteers participate in this one of a kind annual journey on Father’s Day Weekend.
The 2018 Saint Mary’s Trek team, named Godspeed, is currently comprised of Father Nathan, Bruce Fithian, John Henson, Greg Fergin, David Duchin, and Charlie Hurdman.
To support, search Trek Across Maine (for lung Assoc. website); click on Donate; type in Godspeed in the team search (see John Henson as the team captain) Click on Godspeed to see the donation opportunity. Thank you!
Souper Suppers: 2nd & 4th Fridays – July 14 & 28
Twice each month, anytime from 5 to 7 pm, any person can come to our Auditorium for a free supper of soup, bread, salad and desserts. No questions asked. No donations accepted. Each table is served and bussed. And community is created. Come and try it!
Falmouth Food Pantry
Collecting weekly for those in need in our local communities. FFP is always in need of hot and cold cereals; canned meats and fish; canned soups (especially healthy and low sodium; canned fruit (especially light or in juice.) Thank you for your generosity! Bring these with you on Sundays or to the Parish House during the week.
Youth Ministry
Guiding RAY (Religious Adventures for Youth): off until September 9
Our Guiding RAY programs for all young people ages 1 to 14 have had an exciting 17-18 program year! From September to mid-June, we gather all together beginning at 9:45am with classes beginning at 10am. For more information on Guiding RAY, please visit our website www.smary.org .
The Nursery Though Guiding RAY classes have ended for the summer, Nursery Care during the second service will continue from 9:15-10:30 in the Kneeler Room (near the auditorium). In order to ensure the safety of our youngest parishioners, two adults are needed in the nursery area. Please contact Alison Hayward, ajhmcmonagle@gmail.com, if you are able to assist her in the nursery this summer.
Young Life Club: off for the summer, but camp is coming!
Young Life camps are designed only with teenagers in mind. They deliver the best week that a kid can imagine! There is still a few spots on our bus. Interested?
Visit www.younglifecb.com or call Jordan Droge at 805-453-1999
Camp Bishopswood - for a summer of fun for all ages – Register now
Located on the shores of Lake Megunticook in the Camden Hills, the Diocesan camp, begun in the early 1960s, has mini-sessions for first-time campers, multi-week sessions, and a family Finale week(end) when anyone can stay at camp. For more information, visit the website www.bishopswood.org
Gatherings & Events
Summer Farm-to-Table Event & Auction: Saturday, August 18
To be held on our lawns, weather permitting. Beginning at 4:30 pm, rain or shine; join fellow parishioners, family and friends for fun, fellowship and feasting. Locally sourced beef, chicken and fresh vegetables prepared in unbelievable ways! Save the Date!
The Auction Committee is accepting live and silent auction items. Kindly consider donating an auction item to this event. Can you offer a service or an experience? If you prefer to underwrite an item, gift certificates are very popular. Contact Valerie Kyros valkyros1@gmail.com or Janet Bowne, janetbowne@maine.rr.com
Zenith Journey to Katahdin: August 23-25
Every Mainer should visit Chimney Pond in Baxter State Park and reach the summit of Katahdin (the zenith of Maine), if they are able. Join this group of up to 8 people for a summer-time adventure in amazing Baxter State Park. Two nights in lean-to’s, one of which will be at the famous Chimney Pond campground. Space is limited, so speak with Sr Warden, Jim Kane now to reserve your spot for an unforgettable experience! 329-1764
The Episcopal Church and The Visual Arts
ECVA is a National Organization bringing together Episcopalian Visual Artists across the country. Erin McGee Ferrell is a new board member of ECVA and excited to engage Saint Mary’s community with this national conversation around Faith and Art. There is an Artist’s registry and coming soon - Online Submissions for ECVA’s latest Gallery Show, “This Fragile Earth.” Please visit the website and consider entering your work. (www.ECVA.ORG)
For More Information: Erin McGee Ferrell 856.630.9832, ErinMcGeeFerrell@gmail.com
Saint Mary’s Sparkles is always working.
Thank you soooo much to all those who have already donated items for Sparkles 2018! We appreciate your generosity very much.
Just a reminder that if you’re a knitter, needle worker, sewist, or crafter of any kind, please think of Sparkles as you plan your summer projects. We would love your handmade hats, scarves, bags, baby items, etc.
Also, if you’re clearing out your stash of supplies, we would love to take those, too.
Your co-chairs, Jana Burke and Kathy Galen
Community Care & Nurture
Weekly Worship at Saint Mary’s
SUNDAYS: 8 am Contemplative Eucharist,
9:30 am Choral Eucharist (returns to 10am with the Choir and
Guiding RAY on Sept 9)
THURSDAYS: 12 noon Chapel Eucharist is off for the summer months
Mon -Thurs: 10 minute Noonday Prayer in Chapel or wherever
Tuesdays: 10:30am Wisdom Seekers Bible study in Guild Room (off in July)
Please pray for the Bishop search process!
God of Grace, we give you thanks for all of the blessings of our common life and ministries as the Episcopal Diocese of Maine, and for our leaders who are guiding us through this season of change. Grant to the Discernment and Transition Committees open hearts, minds, and spirits as they receive the Holy Spirit's gifts of faith, hope, and love to aid their work. We ask also that you send courage and vision to our next bishop of Maine as she or he discerns your call. In Christ’s name we pray. Amen.
Concerns, comment, or issues If you have an emergency and need any kind of immediate support from Saint Mary’s, please reach out to Deacon Christine at 207-653-2448. If your need is less urgent, please call our Parish Office and speak with Beth (781-3366) or the Wardens (Jim Kane, 329-1764 or Janet Bowne, 318-7045)
Prayer Concerns for this week: David Snow, Charlie Conner, Parker Carson, Brian Taylor, Peter Horne, Karon Velek, Stewart Stalnecker, Karen Mynahan, John Lund, Theresa Violette, Nolan Farris, Arthur Markos, Frank Rheaume, and Zach.
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
Sunday 17 The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost - Happy Father’s Day!
8:00am Contemplative Eucharist (followed by Coffee Hour)
9:30 am Choral Eucharist (followed by Coffee Hour)
3:00pm Portland Bach Experience Concert
Monday 18 Office closed; Beth at Parish Administrator/Manager meeting in Brewer
12noon Noon Prayer in the Chapel
7:00pm Bell Choir rehearsal in Choir Room
Tuesday 19 7 - 9am BNI in the auditorium
10:30am Wisdom Seekers
12noon Noon Prayer in the Chapel
1:00pm Staff meeting
7:00pm AA in the auditorium
7:30pm Al-Anon in the Guild Room (6:30pm Beginner’s Al-Anon)
Wednesday 20 12noon Noon Prayer in the Chapel
Thursday 21 Chapel Eucharist on summer break
Friday 22 Parish Offices are closed on Fridays
12noon Noonday Prayer – stop and pray wherever you are
5:00pm Community Souper Supper
5:30pm Al-Anon in the Guild Room
Saturday 23
Sunday 24 The Fifth Sunday after Pentecost with Pastor Sara
8:00am Contemplative Eucharist (followed by Coffee Hour)
9:30am Choral Eucharist (followed by Coffee Hour)
Beth Shaw
Parish Manager
The Episcopal Church of Saint Mary
43 Foreside Road
Falmouth, Maine 04105
207.781.3366
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