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Saint Mary's Weekly News 

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 Sparkles Christmas Fair:  Sat, December 3, 9 - 1       

Join us for Holiday Décor & Gifts, Jewelry & other Treasures, Soup, Lobster Stew, Cookie Walk, Bake Sale, and so much MORE!  Come Sparkle with us!  

Toys for Tots Advent Giving: fill the boxes by December 4 

New, unwrapped toys are needed for children who are less fortunate. We have 3 weeks to fill these boxes before we return then to US Marines for distribution.  

Thanksgiving Eucharist & Tree Lighting: WED 23 Nov, 6 PM 

Come and sing songs of gratitude before the feast begins! Afterward, we read the names of loved ones as we "light" our Advent tree. Bring your guests and friends, and start the holiday with the Great Thanksgiving!  

Thanksgiving Blood Drive: Saturday 26 Nov, 9 - 2 

Consider sharing your blood as an act of thanksgiving. The need is constant. Lives depend on it! This Red Cross blood drive will be in our Auditorium.   

Advent Lessons and Carols: Sunday 27 Nov  

At the end of Thanksgiving weekend, a new Church Year will begin with the First Sunday of Advent. A beautiful Lessons and Carols celebration has been prepared.  

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:  2^nd & 4^th 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:  Nov 26, Dec 8 & 22  -  9 - 2 pm 

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

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.