Thursday, August 25, 2022

Saint Mary's Weekly News 


Jane's last Sunday a Saint Mary's: August 28 

Join us for a special coffee hour after both service as we thank Jane for her work with us the past 10 months.  Her guidance and leadership have been invaluable during Father Nathan's deployment. We want to wish her the best of everything at her new assignment at All Saint's Church in Princeton, NJ. 

Labor Day Sunday:  September 4 

Next Sunday, September 4 will be Morning Prayer led by Deacon Christine at one combined service at 9am. Come with your hearts open to special words and wonderful music.    

Kickoff Sunday:  September 11 

The choir returns to the loft;  kids and families return to Guiding RAY;  we return to 10:15 for the second service.  Cinnamon Girl Truck will come around 11:30 for a fun celebration of getting back together after a wonderful summer! 

Thank you, Rev. Portia for leading us:  September 11 & 18 

Save the Date:  September 25:  Fr Nathan returns to pulpit 

Weekday Prayers for Ukraine and for Peace:  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 begins on Sept 11  

Be Still on Zoom and in the Chapel:  Contemplative readings with reflection 

Guiding RAY (Religious Adventures for Youth)        

Our Guiding RAY programs for all young people ages 0 to 14.  During the program year (Sept – mid-June), we gather all together beginning at 9:30am for Formation in the lower level of the Parish House with classes beginning at 10am.  We will keep in touch over the summer and see you back on Sept.11 

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. See the June AVE or eNEWS for latest needs, but grocery gift cards, metro bus passes and Walmart or Target gift cards for back to school supplies are always applicable. FMI: Anne LaFond akblafond@gmail.com  or the Parish Office, admin@smary.org  

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

Every second and fourth Fridays!  Homemade soups, salad, with roll and sweet treat -  Why not?! Join us!  If you'd like to help with cooking, prep, serving or clean-up, contact Jennifer Gregg at jenniferanngregg@gmail.com  

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:  Aug 31, Sept 8 & 29  -  9 - 2 pm 

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

Lifeline Screening event:   Sept 30 

Take a step toward staying Healthy & Active 

In Saint Mary's auditorium, Lifeline Screening has great testing packages offered for Cardiovascular, Arterial and Osteoporosis screenings.  Register at 1-888-653-6450 



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

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