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Fall Family Fun Fest
In conjunction with St. Martin's School, we will host a Fall Festival on October 28th from 1 to 4 p.m. We will need volunteers to decorate their trunks for "Trunk or Treat", oversee the craft tables, facilitate the kiddie games, and welcome families. We encourage you to invite your friends and family.
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800th Anniversary
of the Nativity Creche
St Francis of Assisi created and erected the first nativity scene on December 15, 1223. This year marks the 800th anniversary of this special remembrance of our Lord’s birth. In celebration, we will be filling the nave with nativity scenes from the Second Sunday of Advent until the Sunday after the Epiphany. If you have a small nativity scene that you would be willing to display on one of the window sills, please let Father Rob know. Alternatively, you may wish to create your own nativity scene to display. Small nativity scenes will be displayed in the windows: larger nativity scenes will be displayed on tables along the west wall. Both the Sunday School children and the St Martin’s School children will be creating nativity scenes to display. I hope you all will participate in this special celebration.
During Advent, there will be an Open House so that we can view and appreciate all of the nativity scenes on display. Information will be forthcoming.
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Prayer Requests
- Please pray for the repose of the soul of Elba Sonera
- Jim Agosto
- Yolanda Digrius asks for prayers for Bozeno Staropoli who has a brain tumor and Helios Matos and his wife, Sonia, and two small children. Helios (40s) suffers from a genetic cardiac condition.
- Barbara Butler's brother, Bob
- Julia Perez, wife of an old co-worker of Randy's, whose cancer is spreading.
- The Wagner Family asks for prayers for Braylee, who died of brain cancer.
- For the repose of the soul of Anne Marie Verdiramo's uncle, Joseph Verdiramo.
- For Father Rob's childhood friend, pray for the repose of Lisa's soul and for comfort for her family, especially her children and mother.
- Marilyn O' Regan has requested prayers for her sister, Carol, in her last weeks.
- Carol Kinkead asks for prayers for Anna D.
- Prayers for Nicole, Dusty and their baby Nory as she recovers from heart surgery
- Anthony Garcia
- Juanita asks for prayers for Jeff Keates
- Cindy Meyer's cousin, Debbie, is undergoing chemotherapy and radiation treatments for breast cancer.
- Marilyn's grandson, Ian
- Yvonne Comeau's aunt, Pat Sailer, has many health issues.
- Olivia, prayer request from Fr. Rob
- Fr. Rob's mother, Evelyn.
- Bonnie Whalen requests prayers for her 28 yr old grandson.
- Linda Virtue
- Chris Semanchik
- Mary Irwin
Please send your prayer intentions to Philip at philip.muniz@gmail.com. Also, if you want a name removed, you can email Philip.
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Fr. Rob on Vacation
Fr. Rob and Fausto will be on vacation on Sunday, September 17th and 24th. They will be walking the Camino de Santiago. Fr. Scott Russell will be the supply priest. Saturday mass will resume in October.
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Outreach
Giving Network Collection and Veteran's Collection
LAST WEEK FOR DONATIONS
The Giving Network (Unitarian Universalist Church of Somerset Hills) is partnering with Good Shepherd Lutheran Church on an event on September 15 and 16 to offer household items (dishes, pots and pans, linens, small appliances) free to those in need in the community. We are looking for donations from community service and faith-based organizations in the area to make this event a success! Please leave at St. Martin’s by Sunday, September 10th. If anyone would like to help out on September 15th or 16th at the giveaway, please contact Kathy Shanklin.
Giving Network Donation Wishlist
Household and Small Appliances
- Blender
- Coffeemaker
- Dishes
- Glasses/Mugs
- Iron
- Ironing board
- Lamp
- Microwave
- Pots & pans & kitchen items
- Radio
- Silverware
- Toaster
- Vacuum
- Box Fans
Linens
- Blankets (twin/single, full/double, queen, king)
- Sheets (twin/single, full/double, queen, king)
- Pillows (bed & sofa)
- Tablecloths & Curtains
- Towels & washcloths (bath & kitchen)
Baby Items
- Car Seat
- High chair
- Stroller
ALSO: Veteran's Collection
We are collecting the following items for veterans’ Christmas stockings. Toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss, soap, tissues, gum, hard candy, granola bars, slim Jims, playing cards, tuna pouches, oatmeal, cereal bars, and Rice Krispie treats. Items are also due by 10 September.
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St. Martin's School Job Openings
St. Martin's School is accepting applications for a new Head of School. The position will begin on January 2, 2024. Applicants must be Montessori certified, or be willing to be certified, with at least 5 years experience in the classroom. If you would like to apply or know someone who might be a good fit for us, please see Father Rob for more information.
St Martin's School is also accepting applications for a Permanent Substitute who possibly would work daily as a floater. This position does not require Montessori Certification. If you are interested in applying or wish to receive more information on hours, salary, and benefits, please see Lisa Garb.
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