Saint Mary’s Weekly News
June 28, 2015 – The Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
A well-deserved vacation
Father Nathan is away with Erin who was selected to participate in the Telluride Plein Air Festival in Colorado. They departed on June 25 and Nathan will return to the office on Thursday, July 9. During this time, Deacon Christine will handle all pastoral matters, and we are pleased to have Fr. David Illingworth back to Saint Mary’s to celebrate and preach this Sunday, and the Reverend Elizabeth Miller with us on July 5.
Thank you for keeping your pledges current!
For all you summer vacationers, please remember that if you find that you will be out of town for a few weeks (or the entire summer), it is important to maintain your weekly pledge. The parish is still active in the summer and continues to incur operating expenses, so it is important that we maintain cash flow. It may be helpful to set-up automated bank transfers in advance so that you do not have to remember while away. This can be done through our website (www.smary.org) or your bank. Thank you!
Christian Formation Notes
Guiding RAY (Religious Adventures for Youth):
Guiding RAY program will take a break for the summer months and resume on September 13. For more information on our Guiding RAY or Godly Play programs, please visit our website www.smary.org
The Nursery will remain open for our youngest disciples in the Kneeler Room (near the Auditorium) beginning at 9:15 AM every Sunday morning.
Camp Bishopswood: our diocesan camp in Hope, Maine
There are many different ways for you to experience Bishopswood this summer:
· Mini-Camp, June 28 – 30 & July 2 – 4: For children ages 6 – 8, this is an brief introduction to overnight camp. High staff to camper ratio and LOTS of fun!
· Summer Camp Weeks, June 28 – August 15: For ages 8 – 18. One week or more.
· BION Camp, August 18 – 22: Only for those completing grades 6 – 12, with coffee houses and game nights, ultimate Frisbee, cabin challenges and more!
Go to www.bishopswood.org or to www.maineyouth.org to register and FMI.
Youth Ministry
High School Service Group Projects:
This group serves as a vehicle for service, fellowship and spirituality for all high schoolers. We focus on two of Saint Mary's established outreach programs: Preble Street Soup Kitchen (on the 4th Sunday of this month) and Souper Supper (on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of every month.) Please see the Sign-Up Table outside the Guild Room. Or contact Anne LaFond (alafond@maine.rr.com or 781-8820) with your dates/times or any questions you might have.
Young Life Club: is on summer break now as everyone prepares for camp!
Our Casco Bay region of Young Life (which includes Nathan+, Tom and Jane Stegemann, and Marge Devine on the leadership Committee) is preparing to send 35 young people to Young Life camp from July 11 – 17. This is amazing! Mark your calendars now to pray for these young people as they learn about, and experience, God’s love for them.
Serving The World
Souper Suppers at Saint Mary’s: Every 2nd and 4th Friday
This is a FREE Friday night dinner who everyone and anyone. Join us for supper for a relaxed evening of fellowship and outreach to the community and each other.
And join the Souper Supper Team!
These dinners, which are available to the public at no charge, are served in a family-style setting and consist of a hearty soup or entree, salad or vegetable, bread, homemade desserts and beverages. Helpers are always needed! We’d love to have you join us and help out in set-up, serving food or clean-up. FMI, contact: Jennifer Gregg at jenniferanngregg@gmail.com.
Upcoming Events & Gatherings
Be Still: offered again on Monday, July 6, 7 -8 PM
Saint Mary's offers multiple ways for all to seek, hear, experience God. One such way is to stop...and give ourselves an opportunity to listen. Parishioners are warmly invited to gather in the Father James' Chapel every first Monday each month between 7 and 8 PM for silent reflection, contemplation or meditation. There will be no presentation or service, though some resources are available. The time is yours. Come for five minutes or come for an hour.
Koinonia: summertime prayer and fellowship – in July and August
Every other Wednesday evening in July and August, beginning at 6:30 pm, we will gather together for an informal, outdoor time of prayer, sharing, learning, food and fellowship.
· July 15: Intro to Tai Chi and Praying With Your Body – led by the Maine Coast Taijiquan in South Freeport, bring hand-held desserts to share afterward
· July 29: Intro to African Drumming and Song – led by our own Oscar Mokeme, bring a watermelon or fruit to share afterward
11th Annual Lobster Bake & Auction: Saturday, August 8th at 4:30 PM
Saint Mary’s Annual Lobster Bake & Auction will begin at 4:30, rain or shine. Join fellow parishioners, friends and neighbors for fun, fellowship and feasting on lobsters or BBQ. To reserve your meal, contact Beth in the office 781-3366, admin@smary.org or Betsy & Jim Stoddard, 829-2026, jbstod@myfairpoint.net. The Auction Committee is asking for your help. We are looking for Live and Silent Auction items: services, experiences, event tickets and gift certificates. Kindly give this some consideration and remember that no offering is too small. Questions? Contact Jim & Betsy Stoddard.
Saint Mary’s GODSPEED Team in the Maine Marathon, October 4
Calling all runners – of ALL abilities! Since we cannot gather for worship on the Sunday of the Maine Marathon (October 4), everyone is invited to gather to run as part of our Saint Mary’s relay teams. Distances vary from 5 miles to 9 miles. Start your training now and let Nathan+ know if you feel called to run for Saint Mary’s!
SPARKLES NEWS
CALLING ALL KNITTERS! Start knitting NOW for Sparkles! Mittens, hats, scarves, baby items and felted bags are all big sellers. Items are priced by the knitter. If you have early donations or want more information, please call Barbara Murray (799-1326).
**Remember, if you are cleaning closets or downsizing, be sure to save your gently used household goods or family treasures for the Sparkles Boutique.
Community Care & Nurture
Communicating with Father Nathan
Feel free to contact Nathan+ at any time if you wish to speak with him. You can call or text his cell anytime at 207-310-0268 or e-mail him directly at nathanferrell@smary.org but know that email is not checked when he is off or away on vacation.
During Fr Nathan’s vacation, calls for emergency spiritual care can be directed to Deacon Christine Bennett, 653-2448 deacab@maine.rr.com .
Prayer Concerns for this week: For healing: Lynn Hathaway, Carla Birt, Rick Bartlett, Nancy Casey, Calvin Dunwoody, Gay Freeman, Paula Gardner, Lisa Gaskin, Sarah Gorman, Cindy Horton, Gretchen Lane, and Mary Loring.
For those deployed: for Mark Winter, and for all active-duty military and their families
IF YOU WANT TO ADD NAMES TO THE PRAYER 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 28 Fr Nathan will be on vacation for the next two Sundays
8:00am The Fifth Sunday after Pentecost: Traditional Eucharist
9:00am Coffee Hour
9:30am The Fifth Sunday after Pentecost: Contemporary Eucharist
10:30am Coffee Hour continues
Monday 29 12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel
Tuesday 30 10:00am Order of Saint Luke in White Wool Room
11:00am Wisdom Seekers in Guild Room –last session before July break
12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel
1:00pm Get Stitching in the White Wool Room
6:30pm Beginner’s Al-Anon
7:00pm AA in the Auditorium
7:30pm Al-Anon – in Guild Room
Wednesday 7/1 12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel
Thursday 2 12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel
Friday 3 Parish Office is closed on Fridays
12noon Noonday Prayer in the Chapel
5:30pm Al-Anon meeting
Saturday 4 Happy 4th of July!!
11:30am Wedding in Fr. James Chapel
Sunday 5 8:00am Independence Day celebration: Traditional Eucharist
9:00am Coffee Hour
9:30am Independence Day celebration: Contemporary Eucharist
10:30am Coffee Hour continues
Beth Shaw
Parish Administrator
The Episcopal Church of Saint Mary
43 Foreside Road
Falmouth, Maine 04105
207.781.3366
