Newsletter

November 5, 2026

Renewal – it works!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

**Faith in Action at Saint Mary’s!**

This past Wednesday Father Justin, on behalf of Saint Mary’s Episcopal Church, welcomed leaders of Hands Across Long Island who brought portable shower units to our church parking lot, 165 Ponquogue Ave., in Hampton Bays!

Beginning this past Wednesday, and continuing every Wednesday from 12 noon to 3 p.m., these showers will provide an essential service to individuals experiencing homelessness in our local community.

To date, Saint Mary’s is the only church in the Hamptons to provide a location for this vital outreach ministry. We are deeply grateful to Hands Across Long Island for their dedication to serving our neighbors with dignity, compassion, and care.

At Saint Mary’s, we strive to put our faith into action by extending Christ’s love to all and serving those in need.

🏍️ A Heartfelt Thank You to ABATE! ❤️

Did you feel the ground shake or hear the roar of the motorcycles? That was ABATE (American Bikers for Awareness, Training and Education) arriving at Saint Mary’s for their 36th Annual Toy and Food Drive!

What an incredible sight as over 250 bikers rolled in, bringing generous donations of food, toys, and holiday cheer!

Thanks to ABATE’s continued generosity, dedication, and community spirit, Saint Mary’s is able to help local families celebrate the holiday season with joy, hope, and a little less worry.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to every biker, organizer, volunteer, and supporter who helped make this wonderful tradition possible.

Thank you, ABATE, for 36 years of generosity and for reminding us of the power of community coming together to make a difference!

From all of us at Saint Mary’s Episcopal Church, thank you for helping us spread love and blessings throughout our community this holiday season! ❤️🏍️🎄

ST. MARY'S VIDEO

If you haven't had the chance yet, we invite you to watch our fantastic video that beautifully showcases everything St. Mary's represents—simply click play above or you can find it on the first page of our website!

If you found it enjoyable, we would appreciate it if you could take a moment to leave a review for Road K Productions. You can easily find them on Google and share your thoughts on their incredible work over the past year in bringing this video to life.

Thank you for your support!

At this time we are providing on Facebook and Youtube our Sunday and Wednesday 9am Services online! They can also be found through clicking on the Facebook icon on the first page of our website. You do not need to have a Facebook account to view services.

We warmly invite you to partake in silent prayer sessions held in the fireside room!

Every Wednesday, following our healing services, we gather at 10:00 am to engage in morning silent prayer.

Additionally, we extend this sacred opportunity to you on Thursday evenings at 6:15 pm. Join us as we come together in unity and purpose, fostering a collective spirit of hope and healing.

Committees at St. Mary’s

If you’d like to join a committee, don’t hesitate to reach out to the contact person listed for each one! Feel free to use our directory for each contact person information. If you are having difficulty accessing the director, please reach out to the office!

Property Committee: Care for building and grounds. From maintenance to room/space rentals.

Chair: John Mitchell

Youth/Sunday School & Young Families: Christian Education and Youth involvement in the Church Services

Chair: Adrian Drake

Community Outreach: Organize our service to the community and facilitate fundraisers for our Parish!

Chair: Susan Rumph & Elaine Curry

Finance and Stewardship Committee: Financial Records of the Church, Investment Recommendations, Organizing an effective Stewardship Program for the Parish.

Chair: Janet Hanks

Greeters Task Force: Ensures all visitors at worship and church events feel welcomed, introduced to others, and included.

Chair: Kevin Sullivan

Marketing Task Force: Manages church communications, including articles, flyers, social media, and the website.

Chair: Karen Lucas

Capital Campaign Committee: Identify needed updates to enhance our church and oversee strategic fundraising for these improvements

Chair: Susan Rumph

Hispanic Task Force: Outreach to Hispanic communities, exploring ways our church can offer support and make meaningful connections.

Chair: Mary Castro & Eugenia Gonzalez

Blessing Box Volunteers: help combat local food insecurity by collecting and restocking non-perishable food donations in the Blessing Box located at the library.

Chair: Kevin Sullivan

Non-Food Pantry Committee: accepts and organizes donations of essential non-food items such as hygiene products, clothing, backpacks, and more.

Chair: Patricia McCrave

Native American Task Force: celebrate and uplift Native American traditions, worship practices, and community outreach & Sage

Chair: Debby Krauss

Room Rentals

Looking for the perfect space to host your next event? Look no further! We offer flexible room rentals ideal for a variety of occasions, whether it's a one-time event or a recurring meeting. Our versatile spaces are perfect for weddings, birthdays, meetings, clubs, and more!

COMMUNITY EVENTS IN OUR PARISH HALL

Stay up to date with all Services, events, and more at:

St. Mary's Calendar and Events

Online Giving through Amplify

For anyone that may be interested, below is the link to our online giving and stewardship option. Your willingness to contribute online is greatly appreciated and we are truly grateful for your support. Your generosity helps us continue our mission and make a positive impact in the community. Thank you and God bless!

Click here: Online Giving Link

If you have any news or announcements to share please contact Jennifer and Karen Lucas!

You can reach us at:

Office: office@stmaryshb.org or 631-728-0776 & 631-819-7628

Karen: kvmuller@aol.com