Saint Mary’s Weekly News
June 25, 2017 – Third Sunday after Pentecost
Thank you Reverend Tom White for leading our celebrations of the Eucharist Sunday morning while the Ferrell family is away for a few days. We appreciate your willingness to return and help us to understand God’s word.
The Celebration of Independence Day: Sunday, July 2
Next week we will celebrate the 4th of July early here at Saint Mary’s, with patriotic songs and prayers for the nation. Wear your red, white and blue and come prepared to pray for God’s blessings to guide us in the way of freedom.
FRESH AIR Mass on the Grass
An eight-week summer study beginning Wednesday, June 28, 6:30 PM
From June 28 to August 16, all Saint Marians are invited to read and reflect together on the presence and work of the Holy Spirit. We will study a book called Fresh Air: The Holy Spirit for an Inspired Life by Dr. Jack Levison. Each of the 8 chapters will be presented and discussed at our weekly Wednesday evening Mass on the Grass gatherings. Even if you cannot attend, you are encouraged to pick up a copy of the book and read it over the summer. And if you didn’t do the reading, each chapter will be summarized so that all can still join in the discussion. Dr. Levison’s insights from Scripture are quite profound, and you are guaranteed to learn something new. Copies of the book are now available in the Parish Office. Go to our Facebook page for videos from the author and more information on the book. AND SMORES WILL BE AVAILABLE – for our young people, of course!
Portland Bach Festival wraps up: June 25
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 2nd Portland Bach Festival; patrons and musician alike have been impressed with our campus and the welcome reception they’ve received. Thank you!
Closing Festival Concert at Saint Mary’s: June 25 at 6:30pm. For more information or to purchase tickets: www.portlandbachfestival.org.
RSCM: Voice for Life at Saint Mary’s in September
We look forward to launching a Royal School of Church Music (RSCM) program here at Saint Mary's in September and would love to hear from parents interested in involving their children in this wonderful opportunity for classical training in voice, music and our Anglican liturgy. We also need to hear from folks who would like to assist in the organization of this worthwhile venture. Please see Bruce Fithian so that we can prepare for the logistics in September (choir anthem books, cassocks, music work books, etc.) To help, to participate or for more information contact Bruce Fithian at RSCM@smary.org.
Serving our World
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
Remember Flat Saint Mary!
For anyone who does not yet have one, Flat Saint Marys are available in the parish hall.
Meet Flat Saint Mary! She is based on Flat Stanley, star of a book by Jeff Brown in which a boy has remarkable adventures after waking up one day to discover he is flattened to half-an-inch thick. The Guiding RAY kids will be making their own Flat Saint Mary ( and a few extra to share) to snap photos of during the summer months.
Take her with you on vacation, to the beach, the park, and
even the gas station. Snap a picture and include her too!
Remember her son Jesus is always with you.
Post pics on facebook or Instagram #flatsaintmary
Or send to Beth at smary@smary.org
Let’s make this a wonderful way to keep Saint Marion’s connected during the summer vacation months. Have fun, be safe, and take a Flat Saint Mary with you wherever you go this Summer!
Guiding RAY (Religious Adventures for Youth): off until September 10
Our Guiding RAY program will take a break for the summer months and resume on September 10. For more information on our Guiding RAY, please visit our website www.smary.org .
The Nursery will remain open for our youngest disciples in the Kneeler Room (near the Auditorium) beginning at 9:15 AM every Sunday morning.
Vacation Bible Camp at St. Bart’s: June 26 - 29 from 9am – 12noon
Click here to register http://bit.ly/2qhsEyt
Megan Akers is coordinating Vacation Bible Camp at Saint Bart's. Many Saint Marion's are already registered and ready for some fun! If you know a teen who would like to volunteer as a junior councilor or if you have any questions...please contact Megan Akers
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
Located on the shores of Lake Megunticook in the Camden Hills, Bishopswood has been operated by the Diocese of Maine since the early 1960s. There are mini-sessions for first-time campers, multi-week sessions, and a family weekend in addition to the free working weekends when anyone can stay and eat at camp. See the June AVE or the website Bishopswood for more information.
Gatherings & Events
Saint Mary's Lobster Bake & Auction: Saturday, August 12
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. Lobster/Steamer dinner, BBQ Chicken dinner, and grilled burgers and hotdogs. To purchase tickets, contact Beth in the office 781-3366, smary@smary.org or Betsy & Jim Stoddard, 829-2026, jbstod@myfairpoint.net. 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 and item, Gift certificates are very popular. Betsy & Jim Stoddard, 829-2026, jbstod@myfairpoint.net.
Zenith Journey to Katahdin: August 17-19
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 Fr. Nathan and a group of 8 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 Nathan+ now to reserve your spot for an unforgettable experience!
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 9/10
THURSDAYS: 12 noon Chapel Eucharist is off for the summer months
Mon -Thurs: 10 minute Noonday Prayer in Chapel or wherever you find yourself
Tuesdays: 10:30am Wisdom Seekers Bible study in Guild Room (off in July)
Communicating with Nathan+
Feel free to contact Fr. 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 checked rarely on weekends or when he’s away.
Prayer Concerns for this week: Ginny Stelk, David Snow, Marti Galli, Dawn Tyler, Brooke Welch-Frehser, Susan Nolde, Talie Harris, Debbie Roberts, Frank Rheaume, Marsha Jewett, Bob Armitage, Larry Bennett, Sarah Gorman, Stewart Stalnecker.
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 25 Third Sunday after Pentecost
8:00am Contemplative Eucharist (followed by Coffee Hour)
9:15am Nursery opens
9:30am Choral Eucharist (followed by Coffee Hour)
1:00pm Bach rehearsals in sanctuary
6:30pm Bach Festival Concert
Nathan away Saturday - Tuesday
Monday 26 12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel
6:00pm T’ai Chi in the Auditorium
Tuesday 27 10:30am Wisdom Seekers (last meeting before July break)
12 noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel
7:00pm AA in the auditorium
7:30pm Al-Anon in the Guild Room (6:30pm Beginner’s)
Wednesday 28 12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel
6:30pm FRESH AIR Mass on the Grass (with smores!)
Thursday 29 Chapel Eucharist on summer break
12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel
6:15pm Dowsers in the Guild Room
Friday 30 12noon Noonday Prayer - wherever you find yourself
5:30pm Al-Anon meeting
Saturday, July 1
Sunday 2 Celebration of Independence Day
8:00am Contemplative Eucharist (followed by Coffee Hour)
9:15am Nursery opens
9:30am Choral Eucharist (followed by Coffee Hour)
Parish Office will be closed on Monday and Tuesday for the July 4th holiday
Beth Shaw
Parish Manager
The Episcopal Church of Saint Mary
43 Foreside Road
Falmouth, Maine 04105
207.781.3366
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