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Thursday, October 17, 2013

S. Mary's eNEWS for 10.20.13

Saint Mary’s Weekly News

October 20, 2013 – The 22^nd Sunday after Pentecost

Our prayer concerns for this week

For healing: Peg Pierce, Mary Lygo, Roger Murray, Dolores Rich, Nat Fenollosa, Keith Galli, Andrew Leighton, Lee Snow, and Ann Tholen.

For our youth on Retreat: Sammy Means, Harrison Rhoades, and Fiona Ferrell (and for our adult volunteer at the Retreat, Jane Pratt).

For Diocesan Convention on Friday-Saturday

Dialogue of Art and Faith

Everyone is welcome to join this open group discussion of Art & Faith in all its forms. The discussion group meets on each Sunday morning at 9:15am in the Guild Room.

SPARKLE NEWS:

Ø Calling All Cooks: We need your favorite "goodie" recipes to include in our sixth and final cookbook------"Sweet Endings" Easy to submit---just mail a copy of your

favorites to the office (or bring it in and have it copied OR e-mail it OR write it out and leave it in the bag in front of the Guild Room. Please submit by Oct. 30th.

Ø Boutique Gathering and Sorting dates are Oct. 26th, Nov. 9, 16 and 23rd from 9 to 12 in the auditorium. We need your gently used treasures, worn jewelry and new knitted items. China, glassware, silver as well as kitchen items, decorative things and holiday decorations are always good sellers. So clean your closets and basements and bring them to us.

Ø Knitters are Needed: Help expand our offerings of knitted and felted items for Sparkle shoppers. Goods may be brought on donation Saturdays. Donations of unused yarns and fabrics are always popular. Please contact Barbara Murray for more information (799-1326).

Ø Donations of Dried Beans (any kind or color) are needed to make St. Mary's Friendship soup. They may be placed in the basket in front of the Guild Room.

Ø October 24th is the next planning meeting at 6:30 in the Guild Room. Many hands make light work so come and join in the fun. We would love to have some new folks to help.

Youth Ministry Notes

“Middlers” group for Middle Schoolers: Sundays at 9 AM

Every Sunday morning, all Middle Schoolers are invited to meet together downstairs for games and a time to learn about our spiritual ancestors. Led by Jeff and Diane Campbell.

Fall Middle School Event: THIS Friday-Sunday, October 18-20

A full weekend for Middle Schoolers (grades 6-8) from all across the Diocese held at the Cathedral of St. Luke. $48 per person (financial aid is available). Good food, swimming, games, skits, music, worship and new friends! Register now and invite a friend.

To register and find out more go to: http://tinyurl.com/fallmiddleschoolevent

Falmouth Unites Now In Serving GOD (FUN IS GOD!): High School group

All High Schoolers are invited to come out for monthly town-wide projects with youth from all churches in town, led by area youth. Community Service hours are available!

Next Project: “Releasing the Rays of a Rainbow”: Tie-Dying for The Root Cellar.

NEXT SUNDAY - October 27, 3 – 5:30 pm at 211 Winn Road, Falmouth.

New Young Life Committee: Tuesday, October 29, 7 PM at 211 Winn Rd, Falmouth

Do you have a passion to ensure that all of our area youth have a meaningful chance to learn about Jesus Christ and to respond to the Gospel of God’s unconditional love? If so, then please come and join Fr. Nathan and others at this first, initial meeting of adult volunteers seeking to establish a new Young Life group in our area.

Serving The World

Haitian Souper Supper: October 25^th

Friday, October 25th: A terrific evening of delicious Haitian recipes for all of us, followed by an informative and powerful movie called “The Price of Sugar.” This will be a wonderfully fun, delicious, and inspiring parish event! Hopefully, we will have with us at the supper Wesley Saintilnord, a former student at Institute Univers in Haiti and member of Becky Pride’s and Kelly Ianno’s class, who is presently attending a U.S. college. Wesley will join us for dinner and attend church with us, his soccer schedule permitting.

Next Sunday, October 27^th is our Soup Kitchen Sunday

The fourth Sunday of each month, Saint Mary’s prepares and serves a hot meal to the clients at the Preble Street Soup Kitchen. We need people to (a) go around 10:30 to help with the cooking and set-up; (b) to arrive about 11:45 to assist with table service; and/or (c) to help with clean-up beginning at 1:00. Bless you. Questions? Please call Marian McCue at 761-1936 or mmccue@maine.rr.com

Upcoming Meetings, Gatherings and Events

Newcomer’s Gathering THIS: Sunday October 20^th4-6pm

This is our regular gathering to welcome all "Newcomers & Old Friends Returning".

It will be held at the home of Carrie & Andrew McIntosh, 8 Knight Hill Rd., in Falmouth. This is an entire family event. If you are new or relatively new or returning to S. Mary's, please come so that you enjoy a warm welcome and good fellowship. If you plan to attend or have any questions regarding this event please contact Beth Shaw in the parish office, 781-3366/ admin@smary.org or Mary Ann McLean, 781-4871 / mmclean3@maine.rr.com.

APPLE PICKING-CIDER-MAKING PARTY!

Saturday, November 2, 9-Noon

471 Blackstrap Road, Falmouth

Fun for ALL, adults and children alike!

Sign up to attend in the Guild Room Foyer

Grab your Gloves and Rakes - Annual Clean-Up: November 9, 8 am – 12 noon.

Mark your Calendars for the Annual Fall Cleanup! (And save Saturday, Nov 15^th as a rain date or in case the leaves stubbornly hang on J). Please circle the dates on your calendar and join the fun. We will be working outside to spruce up our campus for the winter season. Food and drinks will be provided.

Pastoral Care

Communicating with Fr. Nathan

Feel free to contact Fr. Nathan at any time if you wish to speak with him. You can e-mail him directly at nathanferrell@smary.org, or call him on his cell at 609-410-7573. Follow him on Twitter @FatherNate .

Eucharistic Visitors take Holy Communion to those unable to worship with us on Sunday morning. The Eucharistic Visitor today is Paul Engel. During the week if you or someone you know needs communion, please call the Parish Office. If you wish to learn more about this special ministry, feel free to speak with Deacon Christine at any time.

This Week’s Calendar at Saint Mary’s

Sunday 20 8:00am The 22^nd Sunday after Pentecost: Traditional Eucharist

9:00am Middlers meet

9:15am Family Chapel & Art and Faith Discussion group

10:00am The 22^nd Sunday after Pentecost: Contemporary Eucharist

4-6pm Welcome Gathering at the McIntosh family home

Monday 21 12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel

Tuesday 22 Deacon Christine away until October 25

10:00am Order of St. Luke

10:00am Staff Meeting

12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel

7:00pm AA in Auditorium

7:30pm Al-Anon in the Guild Room

Wednesday 23 12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel

7:00pm Bible Study @ the Hurdman’s

Thursday 24 10:00am Wisdom Seekers on hiatus until October 31^st.

12noon Healing Eucharist in the Chapel

4:00pm Boy Singers of Maine rehearse

7:00pm Choir rehearsal

7:30pm Men’s AA in Auditorium

Friday 25 Parish Office Closed on Fridays

12noon Noonday Prayer - wherever you find yourself

12:30pm 194^th Annual Diocesan Convention begins (in Northport)

5-7pm Souper Supper – special Haitian supper for all

5:30pm Al-Anon in the Guild Room

Saturday 26 9:00am Boy Singers of Maine rehearse

3:00pm Diocesan Convention concludes

Sunday 27 8:00am The 23rd Sunday after Pentecost: Traditional Eucharist

9:00am Middlers meet

9:15am Family Chapel & Art and Faith Discussion group

10:00am The 23^rd Sunday after Pentecost: Contemporary Eucharist

10:30am Preble Street Soup Kitchen work begins

3-5:30pm FUN IS GOD High School youth event

Beth Shaw

Parish Administrator

The Episcopal Church of Saint Mary

43 Foreside Road (Route 88)

Falmouth, ME 04105

207-781-3366

www.smary.org

Thursday, October 10, 2013

S. Mary's eNEWS for Oct 13, 2013

Saint Mary’s Weekly News

October 13, 2013 – The 21st Sunday after Pentecost

Our prayer concerns for this week

Grace Payne, Dana Michael, Peg Pierce, Mary Lygo, Roger Murray, Dolores Rich, Nat Fenollosa, Keith Galli, Andrew Leighton, Lee Snow, and Ann Tholen.

Spiritual Needs Survey – for VISION 2014

TODAY is your last chance to complete this Survey and help us to vision together about our future ministries and how we can assist the spiritual growth of each person in our community. Please complete one and place it in one of the 2 Survey collection boxes. You can also complete this on-line at our FaceBook page or on-line at this website:

www.surveymonkey.com/s/7BFD258

Dialogue of Art and Faith

Everyone is welcome to join this open group discussion of Art & Faith in all its forms. The discussion group meets on each Sunday morning at 9:15am in the Guild Room.

Godly Play: An Experience for All – Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 6pm in the Guild Room

Come and experience Godly Play for yourself! All are welcome to join the Vestry and Julie Morrison for this special time together. On Sunday, we offer the Montessori-based program called Godly Play for children to learn about God, the Bible, and the Church. Family Chapel begins at 9:15am followed by Guiding RAY classes (age 4 through 5^th grade) downstairs in the Parish House at 9:30am. Godly Play utilizes a sensory-based method for biblical, spiritual, and liturgical instruction applicable to both children and adults. Come to experience this program for yourself.

SPARKLE NEWS:

Ø Calling All Cooks: We need your favorite "goodie" recipes to include in our sixth and final cookbook------"Sweet Endings" Easy to submit---just mail a copy of your

favorites to the office (or bring it in and have it copied OR e-mail it OR write it out and leave it in the bag in front of the Guild Room. Please submit by Oct. 30th.

Ø Knitters are Needed------help expand our offerings of knitted and felted items for Sparkle shoppers. Good may be brought on donation Saturdays. Donations of unused yarns and fabrics are always popular. Please contact Barbara Murray for more information (799-1326).

Ø Donations of Dried Beans (any kind or color) are needed to make St. Mary's Friendship soup. They may be placed in the basket in front of the Guild Room.

Ø October 24th is the next planning meeting at 6:30 in the Guild Room. Many hands make light work so come and join in the fun.We would love to have some new folks to help.

Youth Ministry Notes

“Middlers” group for Middle Schoolers: Sundays at 9 AM

Every Sunday morning, all Middle Schoolers are invited to meet together downstairs for games and a time to learn about our spiritual ancestors. Led by Jeff and Diane Campbell.

Fall Middle School Event: THIS Friday-Sunday, October 18-20

To register and find out more go to: http://tinyurl.com/fallmiddleschoolevent

Falmouth Unites Now In Serving GOD (FUN IS GOD!): High School group

All High Schoolers are invited to come out for monthly town-wide projects with youth from all churches in town, led by area youth. Community Service hours are available!

Next Project: “Releasing the Rays of a Rainbow”: Tie-Dying for The Root Cellar. October 27, 3 – 5:30 pm at 211 Winn Road, Falmouth.

New Young Life Committee: Tuesday, October 29, 7 PM at 211 Winn Rd, Falmouth

HARVEST HOME SUNDAY – TODAY!

Harvest Home is an ancient fall festival born of gratitude for matured crops ready to gather. It originated in Celtic Britain before the Roman conquest and became a non-official ceremony in the early Church of England combining hymn singing, special prayers and decorating with crops of the harvest. Many believe this was part of God’s great plan for “planting” His church in the British Isles, easing the way for missionaries to bring the Gospel to the Celtic tribes. Today we decorate S. Mary’s as we give thanks for God’s goodness and as we remember those who receive food help through the Falmouth Food Pantry.

Harvest Community Turkey Benefit Dinner for the Food Pantry: Thurs., October 17th

S. Mary’s and the other Falmouth churches and the Jewish community are hosting a free supper in support of the Food Pantry at the Falmouth Congregational Church, 267 Falmouth Rd on Thursday, October 17 from 4:30 to 7:00pm. Plan on joining the community for this evening of good food and fellowship. Given the great and growing need of many of our neighbors, there will be an opportunity for free-will donations to support the Falmouth Food Pantry. The supper is free and will include roast turkey and all the fixings, vegetables and homemade apple crisp with ice cream. Come for fellowship and to help those in need in our community!

Serving The World

Haitian Souper Supper: October 25^th

Upcoming Meetings, Gatherings and Events

Columbus Day All-Parish Hike! TOMORROW, Monday, October 14

All are invited for a day trip to Grafton Notch State Park! Come to see the colors in the valley, to hike up to “The Eyebrow” or all the way up to the summit of Old Speck Mountain, Maine’s 3^rd highest peak! For all ages and friendly pets too! Meet at 8:30am at Saint Mary’s to carpool. Pack your own lunch and water, and bring some cash to stop for dinner together on the way back. Get ready for great views and beautiful fall colors!

Newcomer’s Gathering: Sunday October 20^th4-6pm

This is our regular gathering to welcome all "Newcomers & Old Friends Returning".

Pastoral Care

Communicating with Fr. Nathan

Eucharistic Visitors take Holy Communion to those unable to worship with us on Sunday morning. The Eucharistic Visitor today is Stan Eaton. During the week if you or someone you know needs communion, please call the Parish Office. If you wish to learn more about this special ministry, feel free to speak with Deacon Christine at any time.

This Week’s Calendar at Saint Mary’s

Sunday 13 Harvest Home Sunday

8:00am The 21^st Sunday after Pentecost: Traditional Eucharist

9:00am Middlers meet

9:15am Family Chapel & Art and Faith Discussion group

10:00am The 21^st Sunday after Pentecost: Contemporary Eucharist

Monday 14 Columbus Day - Parish Office closed

8:30am All-Parish Hike departs from S. Mary’s via carpool

12noon Noonday Prayer: Pray wherever you find yourself

Tuesday 15 Deacon Christine away until October 25

10:00am Order of St. Luke

10:00am Staff Meeting

12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel

7:00pm AA in Auditorium

7:30pm Al-Anon in the Guild Room

Wednesday 16 Father Nathan away at Fresh Start

12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel

6:00pm Godly Play meeting – the Guild Room

7:00pm Vestry Meeting – the Guild Room

7:00pm Bible Study @ the Hurdman’s

Thursday 17 10:00am Wisdom Seekers on hiatus until October 31^st.

12noon Healing Eucharist in the Chapel

4:00pm Boy Singers of Maine rehearse

4:30 - 7pm Harvest Community Turkey Benefit Dinner - All Welcome! Donations accepted

7:00pm Choir rehearsal

7:30pm Men’s AA in Auditorium

Friday 18 Parish Office Closed on Fridays

12noon Pray - wherever you find yourself

5:30pm Al-Anon in the Guild Room

6:00pm Wedding rehearsal

6:30pm The Fall Middle School Event begins at the Cathedral

Saturday 19 11:00am Curran / Thomas Wedding and Reception

Sunday 20 8:00am The 22^nd Sunday after Pentecost: Traditional Eucharist

9:00am Middlers meet

9:15am Family Chapel & Art and Faith Discussion group

10:00am The 22^nd Sunday after Pentecost: Contemporary Eucharist

Beth Shaw

Parish Administrator

The Episcopal Church of Saint Mary

43 Foreside Road (Route 88)

Falmouth, ME 04105

207-781-3366

www.smary.org

Thursday, October 3, 2013

S. Mary's eNEWS for Oct 5-6, 2013

Saint Mary’s Weekly News

for October 6, 2013 – The 20^th Sunday after Pentecost

St. Francis Weekend - Oct 4-5-6^th

Friday, October 4^th: Celebration of the Life of Dorothy Ryan

10:00am in the church sanctuary followed by a gathering at the Portland Yacht Club.

Saturday, October 5^th: St Mary’s Garden Club Flower Show

In the Auditorium and Guild Room. Open to the public 10am - 3pm

Saturday, October 5^th: The Blessing the Bay – in honor of St. Francis

Get on board this free sunset cruise to bless Casco Bay and the creatures who live in it. We will sing, pray and make Eucharist together. Gather to board the boat at 4:30pm or meet at the church to carpool at 4pm.

Sunday, October 6^th: No morning services! The Maine Marathon closes Rt. 88, but Fr. Nathan, Bruce Fithian, Elizabeth Heinzman and Mike Ianno will represent the parish as “the S. Mary’s Godspeed Relay Team.” Please cheer them on!

Sunday, October 6^th: Holy Baptism, Confirmation, Reception & Reaffirmation with Bishop

5:00pm on Sunday afternoon. All are welcome for a joyous Eucharist with Bishop Steve and to celebrate with 8 Saint Marians who will receive the laying on of hands.

Our prayer concerns for this week

Dana Michael, Peg Pierce, Mary Lygo, Ann Tholen, Roger Murray, Dolores Rich, Nat Fenollosa, Keith Galli, Andrew Leighton, and Lee Snow.

Haiti Social - Don’t miss THIS Wednesday, October 9:

A Gathering to learn more of Haiti and where our missioners will work in November.

Enjoy conversation and information in a relaxed, social setting. Appetizers and beverages with Nate Nickerson of Konbit Sante on this Wednesday, October 9th, from 5 to 6:30 in our Guild Room. The Outreach Committee invites you to this enjoyable event, which will also feature a display of original Haitian art work. Come for a fun and lovely time!!

Spiritual Needs Survey – for VISION 2014

Throughout the month of September, everyone is asked to complete a brief, anonymous 5-question survey about your spiritual life. This will help us to vision together about our future ministries and how we can assist the spiritual growth of each person in our community. Please complete one and place it in one of the 2 Survey collection boxes. You can also complete this on-line at our FaceBook page!

Here is the weblink for the Spiritual Needs Survey. http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/7BFD258

Dialogue of Art and Faith

Everyone is welcome to join this open group discussion of Art & Faith in all its forms. The discussion group meets on each Sunday morning at 9:15am in the Guild Room.

Godly Play

We offer a Montessori-based program called Godly Play for children to learn about God, the Bible, and the Church. Family Chapel begins at 9:15am followed by Guiding RAY classes (age 4 through 5^th grade) downstairs in the Parish House at 9:30am. Godly Play utilizes a sensory-based method for biblical, spiritual, and liturgical instruction applicable to both children and adults. Come to volunteer and experience this program for yourself.

Daily Noonday Prayer at Saint Mary’s

Please join us any weekday for a brief (10 min.) Noonday Prayer in the Chapel, and let’s remember to pray for one another at 12 Noon every day, no matter where we might be.

Youth Ministry Notes

“Middlers” group for Middle Schoolers: Sundays at 9 AM

Every Sunday morning, all Middle Schoolers are invited to meet together downstairs for games and a time to learn about our spiritual ancestors. Led by Jeff and Diane Campbell.

Fall Middle School Event: Friday-Sunday, October 18-20

A full weekend for Middle Schoolers (grades 6-8) from all across the Diocese held at St. Luke’s Cathedral. $48 per person (financial aid is available). Good food, swimming, games, skits, music, worship and new friends! Bring a friend.

Falmouth Unites Now In Serving GOD (FUN IS GOD!): High School group

All High Schoolers are invited to come out for monthly town-wide projects with youth from all churches in town, led by area youth. Community Service hours are available!

Next Project: “Releasing the Rays of a Rainbow”: Tie-Dying for The Root Cellar. October 27, 3 – 5:30 pm at 211 Winn Road, Falmouth.

Serving The World

Harvest Community Supper benefits the Food Pantry - Thurs., October 17th

S. Mary’s and the other Falmouth churches and the Jewish community are hosting a free supper in support of the Food Pantry. This fifth annual Harvest Community Supper will be held at the Falmouth Congregational Church, 267 Falmouth Rd on Thursday, October 17 from 4:30 to 7:00pm. Plan on joining the community for this evening of good food and fellowship. Given the great and growing need of many of our neighbors, there will be an opportunity for free-will donations to support the Falmouth Food Pantry. The supper is free and will include roast turkey and all the fixings, vegetables and homemade apple crisp with ice cream. Again, we need parishioners to help with serving and cleanup. Thank you for your willingness to help those in need in our community. Please contact John Brooks at 781-2097 or brooksjk@maine.rr.com for further information.

Upcoming Meetings, Gatherings and Events

Harvest Home Sunday: Sunday, October 13^th

Harvest Home is an ancient fall festival born of gratitude for matured crops ready to gather. It originated in Celtic Britain before the Roman conquest and became a non-official ceremony in the early Church of England combining hymn singing, special prayers and decorating with crops of the harvest. Many believe this was part of God’s great plan for “planting” His church in the British Isles, easing the way for missionaries to bring the Gospel to the Celtic tribes. S. Mary’s will be decorated in this way as we give thanks for God’s goodness and as we remember those who receive food help through the Falmouth Food Pantry. More information is located on the Sign-Up Table outside the Guild Room.

Columbus Day All-Parish Hike! Monday, October 14

All are invited for a day hike up to the summit of Old Speck Mountain, Maine’s 3^rd highest peak! For all ages (and friendly pets too)! Meet at 8:30am at Saint Mary’s to carpool. Pack your own lunch and water, and bring some cash to stop for dinner together on the way back. Get ready for great views and beautiful fall colors!

Newcomer’s Gathering: Sunday October 20^th4-6pm

On Sunday, October 20th , a gathering to welcome all "Newcomers & Old Friends Returning" will be held. This is an entire family event. If you are new or relatively new or returning to S. Mary's, please come so that you enjoy a warm welcome and good fellowship. If you plan to attend or have any questions regarding this event please contact Beth in the parish office, 781-3366 admin@smary.org or Mary Ann McLean, 781-4871 or e-mail mmclean3@maine.rr.com.

Haitian Souper Supper: October 25^th

Pastoral Care

Communicating with Fr. Nathan

Eucharistic Visitors take Holy Communion to those unable to worship with us on Sunday morning. The Eucharistic Visitor today is Ginny Stelk. During the week if you or someone you know needs communion, please call the Parish Office. If you wish to learn more about this special ministry, feel free to speak with Deacon Christine at any time.

This Week’s Calendar at Saint Mary’s

Saturday 5 10-3pm S. Mary Garden Club Flower Show - Open to the public

4:30pm The Blessing of the Bay – Eucharist on the Casablanca

(To carpool, meet at the church by 4pm)

Sunday 6 Maine Marathon – no morning services!

5:00pm Baptism, Confirmation & Eucharist with Bishop Lane

Monday 7 12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel

Tuesday 8 10:00am Order of St. Luke

10:00am Staff Meeting

12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel

4:00pm Walking the Mourner’s Path (session 8 of 8)

5:30pm Mourner’s Path Celebration of the Eucharist, Chapel

7:00pm AA in Auditorium

7:30pm Al-Anon in the Guild Room

Wednesday 9 12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel

5:00pm Outreach Social with Nate Nickerson of Konbit Sante

7:00pm Bible Study @ the Hurdman’s

Thursday 10 10:00am Wisdom Seekers – small group study for all

12noon Healing Eucharist in the Chapel

4:00pm Boy Singers of Maine rehearse

7:00pm Choir rehearsal

7:30pm Men’s AA in Auditorium

Friday 11 Parish Office Closed on Fridays

12noon Pray - wherever you find yourself

5:00pm Souper Supper for all - free

5:30pm Al-Anon in the Guild Room

7:00pm Classic Cinema night - free

Saturday 12 9:00am Boy Singers of Maine rehearse (Parent’s meeting)

Sunday 13 Harvest Home Sunday

8:00am The 21^st Sunday after Pentecost: Traditional Eucharist

9:00am Middlers meet

9:15am Family Chapel – in the Chapel

9:15am Faith & Art Discussion Group

10:00am The 21^st Sunday after Pentecost: Contemporary Eucharist

Beth Shaw

Parish Administrator

The Episcopal Church of Saint Mary

43 Foreside Road (Route 88)

Falmouth, ME 04105

207-781-3366

www.smary.org