Tuesday, April 19, 2022

Saint Mary's Weekly News 


Daily Weekday Prayers for Ukraine:  Compass of Compassion 

  In a response to many people voicing their anguish during these turbulent times, we are offering a daily reflection of comfort. We will be emailing a poem, scripture, or inspiration to help lighten your sorrow, and for those who seek a direction and compass for your prayers. Please know that you are not alone. People without email may pick up a weekly copy of the offerings from the parish office.  

  These emails will come automatically for a week, but you must let the parish office (admin@smary.org or 781-3366) know if you wish to continue to receive these messages of hope, by simply replying YES to the email or contacting the office.   

Formation on Sundays:  9:30am       

Youth Formation - Guiding RAY in the lower level begins at 10am  

Be Still on Zoom:  Contemplative readings with reflection 

Lectionary with Rev Jane in the Guild Room:  Weekly lectionary discussion 

Saint Mary's Adopted Angolan Family 

In partnership with the Maine Immigrant Rights Coalition (MIRC), Saint Mary's has adopted the Vemba family of four from Angola, seeking asylum and a better, safer life. Their needs list are in the weekly email or found on the bulletin board in the parish house, but grocery gift cards are always applicable. FMI: Anne LaFond akblafond@gmail.com  or the Parish Office, admin@smary.org  

Souper Supper Curbside:  2nd & 4th Fridays, 5-6 pm 

 Homemade soups with roll and sweet treat - To Go.  Why not?! 

St Elizabeth's Jubilee Center:    

Saint Mary's is committed to serving at this vital ministry on the third Tuesday of each month from 8:30 to 11 in the morning. FMI and to find out how you can participate, please contact Stan Eaton at stan.eaton@gmail.com   

Red Cross Blood Drives:  April 20, 28, May 13  -  9-2pm 

  The need is Critical! Sign up at www.redcross.org / stmary 

Habitat for Humanity Cumberland Walk:  April 30, 7am - 3pm 

  Tie your shoes!, prep the stroller, grab the leash!  Participate as a singleton, a family or a team!  Join the S. Mary's Strider team leaving at 2:30 from Cumberland, FMI contact jennifergregg@gmail.com 

 

 Guiding RAY (Religious Adventures for Youth)        

All young people are invited to gather at 9:30 downstairs in the Parish House. Masks are suggested for all in Guiding RAY, except the Nursery. Class time will begin at 10 AM, and children will be brought over for Communion with their families just before 11 AM.    

 Contacting the Reverend Jane Milliken Hague 

We welcome to our Saint Mary's family, please email, text or call her  

Anyone may be in touch with her as follows: 301-580-8610 or revjane@smary.org. 



Beth Shaw
Parish Manager
The Episcopal Church of Saint Mary
43 Foreside Road, Falmouth, ME 04105
207-781-3366
admin@smary.org