8 September 2019 – Kickoff Sunday
Kickoff Sunday: September 8
Plan on joining together for our festive Kickoff of a new program year. Food and games for all! NOTE the start time of 9 AM, so that both the 8 and 10 o’clock crowds can be together. Our Choral Eucharist will begin on this day at 10:15 AM. Coffee and beverages will be provided, but we need some help with the food! So please:
Family names A – K: bring some fruit to share
Family names L – Z: bring a sweet bread, muffins or cookies to share
The fun & games continue after the later service when we bring the grills out and share in the joy of being back together again.
Families! Kids! Bring your Backpacks so we can give them and you a Blessing!!
Vestry Nominations
During the month of September, the Nominating Committee will be seeking nominations for 2020 including:
- Vestry – four 3-year terms
- Sr. Warden – 1-year term
- Jr. Warden – 2-year term
- Delegates to the 2020 Diocesan Convention
You can submit your own name or someone else’s. We are seeking two-three Diocesan Convention delegates (along with a warden and treasurer) and three alternates.
Nominations are open through September 30, at which time the Nominating Committee will review names and make recommendations to the parish for a slate to be voted on at the Annual Meeting in late January. Nomination forms are available in the narthex, outside of the Guild Room or in the parish office. Nominating Committee: Peter Fitch, chair peterhfitch@gmail.com; Ed Ainsworth, Maggie Gardner, Len Taylor
Sunday Formation: beginning September 15, 9:30 – 10 AM
We will continue this brief time together on Sunday mornings. Everyone is invited to gather in either of two groups – a prayerful group meeting in the Chapel, and a discussion group meeting in the Auditorium.
- Current Events and the Mind of Christ in the Auditorium: (led by Fr. Nathan & Dea. Christine)
- Be Still in the Fr James Chapel: Meditation, Prayer & Discussion (led by Merle Marie, Jennifer or Becky)
Resolve to Get Fit! - September 12 - New Saint Mary’s offering!
Join us on Thursdays from 11-11:45 am starting September 12th for a self-paced fitness class in the auditorium. Instructor and personal trainer, Denise Curry, will lead the class. Whether you prefer to do the class seated or standing, Denise will guide us through a series of exercises suitable for all. She’ll work to help you find your level of ability, so you are challenged sufficiently.
Come dressed to exercise, whatever is comfortable for you. Be sure to wear good shoes for exercising! We’re offering these classes on a trial, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26 and 10/3. What we do next will depend on the participants’ interest. Cost: $5 per class suggested donation. But don’t let that stop you from giving this a try.
Please call or email Beth Shaw (admin@smary.org) , 781-3366 to sign up.
Youth Ministry
Guiding RAY (Religious Adventures for Youth): Sept. 15, 10 AM
Our Guiding RAY programs for all young people ages 0 to 14, with classes beginning at 10am return on September 15. The Nursery, classes for pre-K through grade 5, and a group for Middle Schoolers now called Ignite will all be available. Our classes are designed to both appeal to and offer our children an opportunity to learn key bible stories and to develop their relationship with God. For more information on Guiding RAY, please visit our website www.smary.org As always, we are looking for leaders to assist with these crucial programs. Please contact Megan Akers to find out ways you can help! guidingRAY@smary.org
Guiding SAY (Singing Adventures for Youth): Sept. 15, 9:35 AM
NEW this Autumn! Before Guiding RAY classes begin, all young people are invited to gather downstairs with our own Maria Belva for fun singing. No special skill or experience required, only a willingness to sing together.
The Nursery is open for our youngest parishioners every Sunday, 9 - 11:30am, so parents can attend Formation classes or sing in the choir. Please contact Megan Akers, GuidingRAY@smary.org, if you are able to assist with care.
IGNITE - Middle School Youth Group: resumes on September 6 with Kickoff Tailgate party on Saturday, 5:30 – 7:30 pm. All kids in grades 6-8 are welcome to join this growing group that will resume in the fall. Save the date for the Ignite bi-weekly gatherings to start on Sept. 22.
Young Life of Casco Bay will begin again later in Sept. FMI visit www.younglifecb.com
Serving the World
Composting at Saint Mary’s NEW!! Garbage to Garden
Remember to compost all food, paper, scraps in supplied bins in the kitchen! Check out the list of all things compostable! FMI, jenniferanngregg@gmail.com
Third Tuesday of each month: we serve at St. Elizabeth’s
Our service time at St. Elizabeth’s Jubilee Center (at the Cathedral) is the 3rd Tuesday of every month - September 18! With the influx of refugees and asylum seekers in Portland, so your help is very much needed! FMI, contact Betsy Elliman at 400-6871 or betsyelliman@msn.com.
Souper Supper: 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month
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, jenniferanngregg@gmail.com
Falmouth Food Pantry
Serving the needs of citizens in Falmouth and surrounding communities for over 25 years. Food and supplies may be dropped off at church on Sundays or in the Parish House throughout the week. FFP is always in need of hot and cold cereals; canned meats and fish; dried beans; canned soups (especially healthy and low sodium; canned fruit (especially light or in juice.) Save the Date, October 24, and watch for how you can help with the annual Harvest Community Turkey dinner fundraiser to benefit the Falmouth Food Pantry.
Mission Morning -Faith In Action as a Parish Family! – September 29
Our opportunity to all join together, to seek and serve Christ outside the walls of Saint Mary's! Families and parishioners of all ages are invited to gather in the Auditorium directly following the 8am Eucharist (9ish) for a short reflection and send-off, after which we will disperse in small groups into the community for various projects appealing to every interest. We return at 11:30 for a fellowship and mid-day snacks. The nursery will be available for our youngest parishioners (up to 3 ½ years) from 9-noon. FMI see September AVE
Gatherings & Events
Common Ground returns with Batimbo United: September 12
Batimbo United is a group of drummers and dancers from Burundi. A few of them will join us for our Common Ground dinner. They will show us their drums, tell us about their songs, and talk about their journey from Africa to Maine. Come with your questions and join the conversation. And bring some food to share – it is a potluck dinner!
The basic Common Ground structure is:
5 - 7pm Potluck-style dinner. Take a break from cooking a whole meal. Bring a piece or just eat what we have. If you can’t imagine eating early, come and enjoy fellowship and discussion. Open to everyone!!
6 pm We will host individual or panel discussions on topical issues in our community. The first will be Batimbo United.
Beginning on Tuesday ,October 8 a new "Living with Grief" group will begin. We will meet at Saint Mary's from 4 to 5:30pm once a week for 8 weeks. Anyone who has experienced the death of a loved one whether that death occurred 6 months ago or many years ago is welcome to be part of the group. If you are interested, please contact Deacon Christine at 653-2448 or Beth at the church office.
Sparkles NEWS: Mark your calendars for December 7
Please stop by the Sparkles Table this Sunday at the Kickoff picnic. Pick up a 2019 Newsletter so you’ll know all the dates and events associated with Sparkles 2019 and pick up a themed gift box to take home and fill. You fill them and return them to the church by Sunday, November 10, and we'll see that they are wrapped and ready to sell at the Sparkles Boutique.
Knitters----we need your handmade items for sale at the boutique. Also, if you have yarns, fabrics or other notions that you are not going to be using, please donate them for sale as well. For more information, call Barbara Murray (799-1326)
Sparkles Toyland—don’t forget our youngest customers. We need children’s toys, bicycles and play areas, and books. We also need small items for the “kids only” shopping area.
Jewelry & Accessories—we need vintage, new and handmade jewelry, and fashion accessories, i.e., scarves, purses and evening bags, belts, shawls, etc.
Boutique—we could especially use more china, silver, and crystal sets, as well as linens and Christmas items.
Like us on Facebook -----SparklesSt.MarysFalmouth
TOPS: new group meeting at Saint Mary’s, Wednesdays 5 - 6:30 pm
TOPS Club, Inc. is a nonprofit, noncommercial weight-loss support organization established in 1948. In an industry filled with quick fixes and fad diets, TOPS is an affordable and evidence-based program that encourages members to make small, steady lifestyle changes that provide lasting weight loss and better health. TOPS is comprised of men, women, and children age 7 and older, with about 170,000 members in nearly 10,000 chapters throughout the United States and Canada. FMI, visit www.tops.org
Community Care & Nurture
Kickoff Sunday: THIS Sunday, September 8
8 am Contemplative Eucharist,
9 – 10:15 am Kickoff Celebration begins
10:15 am Choral Eucharist
11:30 am Kickoff Celebration continues
Weekly Worship at Saint Mary’s: regular schedule resumes 9/15
SUNDAYS: 8 am Contemplative Eucharist,
9:30 am Formation for ALL
10:15 am Choral Eucharist
THURSDAYS: 12 noon Chapel Eucharist returns on September 12
Mon - Wed: 10 minute NoonDay Prayer in Chapel or wherever you are
Wisdom Seekers: Bible Study on Tuesday mornings
At 10:30 AM every Tuesday morning, a group gathers to study the Scriptures appointed for the upcoming Sunday. It is a great way to prepare oneself for the Eucharist. Some stay afterward for NoonDay Prayer. All are welcome to join the group at any time.
Communicating with Nathan+ Feel free to contact Fr. Nathan at any time if you need advice, guidance or prayer. You can call or text his cell at 207-310-0268 or e-mail him directly at nathanferrell@smary.org , but know that email is checked rarely on Fridays, Saturdays or when he’s away on vacation.
Prayer Concerns for this week: Chris McGonigle, Maureen Connolly, Sibyl Wayley, Dave Fenderson, George Barrett, Jim Martin, Sandy Pauly, Keith Lombardizzi, John Fournier, Karen Mangino, Becca Horton and her child, Chandra Lowe, Nolan Farris, Stewart Stalnecker.
IF YOU WANT TO ADD NAMES TO THIS 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 8 Kickoff Sunday!
8:00am Contemplative Eucharist (followed by Coffee Hour)
9 – 10:15 Kickoff Celebration begins with Food, Games and Fun
10:15am Choral Eucharist (followed by Coffee Hour)
11:30am Kickoff Celebration continues!
Monday 9 10:00am SM Garden Club meeting in auditorium
12noon Noonday Prayer – stop and pray where you are
6 – 9pm Portland Community Chorus rehearsal in auditorium
Tuesday 10 7 - 9am BNI in the auditorium
9:30-12:30 Art Group in the auditorium
10:30am Wisdom Seekers in the Guild Room
11:00am 12-step support group
12 noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel
12:45am Staff Meeting
7:00pm AA in the auditorium (Al-A-Teen in Youth Room)
7:30pm Al-Anon in the Guild Room (6:30pm Beginner’s Al-Anon)
Wednesday 11 9:30am GC Judges Council in the Auditorium
9:30am Mainely Weavers in the Guild Room
12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel
5-6:30p TOPS meeting
Thursday 12 12noon Chapel Eucharist in the Fr. James Chapel
5 – 7pm Common Ground with Batimbo United
7:00pm SM Choir Rehearsal
Friday 13 Parish Office closed
12noon Noonday Prayer – stop and pray where you are
5:00pm Souper Supper
5:30pm Al-Anon meeting
Saturday 14 8- 11am Foreside Common Annual Meeting in auditorium
Sunday 15 Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost
8:00am Contemplative Eucharist (followed by Coffee Hour)
9:30 –10am Formation for ALL
10:15am Choral Eucharist (followed by Coffee Hour)
Beth Shaw
Parish Manager
The Episcopal Church of Saint Mary
43 Foreside Rd, Falmouth, ME 04105
207-781-3366, www.smary.org
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