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July 16, 2021
Dear Family in Christ,
Continued Good News in the Life of Christ here at St. Mary's!
"The model for evangelization is this: Under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, accept Christ willingly into your life; allow Christ to live and grow and to transform you; then share the Lord wherever God has placed you in this world."
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As I am receiving the RSVPs to the installation service on the 25th, I am reflecting back over this past year and remembering all the good people I've met and all who have come through our doors. I am constantly amazed at how discipleship grows and flourishes.
Just today I received two gifts of Thanksgivings from people who were so touched by our services and care, they wanted to reach out and let us know the difference we made in their lives. How wonderful! Two people who will touch the lives of others, who then touch the lives of more. That's what it means to spread the Good News. We are on a good track!
On Wednesday evening, I opened those red doors again to all those walking by. Two gentlemen stopped in who spend their summers in Wildwood, they promised a return for service, a family sat near eating their ice cream and singing along to the music playing from our piano (they stayed even after their ice cream until the music was finished), and another stopped in just grateful as she said, "to be in a church again." How blessed we are to be in service to our Lord and one another again.
The energy and life continue to grow here at St. Mary's!
Blessings,
Mo. Allison+
551-697-6133
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If you would like a pastoral visit or a visit from one of our
Eucharistic Ministers, please contact Mo. Allison.
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Reflection Questions:
Can you think of any time in your life that you returned to something you had given up? How did you feel? What made it easy? What made it hard?
Many people find that the church supports a lot of the basic human values they treasure, e.g., family, inner peace, personal dignity, integrity, and hope. What values do you think the church can best support in your life?
If you were to name the most important thing you received from your Christian heritage, what would you say that it was? How do you see that continuing in your present and future life?
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JULY 25th at Noon
Invitations were sent via email and thus far we have an impressive response, but email is funny sometimes and we are attempting to reach EVERYONE to Celebrate!
You do not have to register to attend, however, it sure does help us plan in advance.
If the email has slipped by you, click on the link or the picture of the invitation to let us know if you will be attending.
Can't wait to see you here!
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It's good to be open again! |
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Coffee Hour has returned!
Come and enjoy coffee and fellowship on Sunday mornings after the 9 am service.
If you would like to provide a small snack for all to enjoy, a sign-up sheet is posted on the kitchen door.
Alanon has resumed meeting in the parish hall Friday mornings at 10 AM.
AA has also resumed meeting at St. Mary's on Tuesday evenings at 8 pm.
SUNDAY PARKING: Sturdy Bank lot and Fred's Tavern lot may be used.
Please remove your car from Fred's before 12 noon.
(The meters are off until 10 AM.)
*** MEMORIAL SERVICES ***
The Memorial Service for Timothy Fitzgerald Noble will take place on Saturday, July 24th at 1:00 pm
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Thursdays on the Lawn and Worship at the Beach |
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A local favorite, and one of ours, The Snake Brothers, rocked the church last night! Big Thank You to John Langston for bringing a great show to St. Mary's!
The Quietmen will continue our concert series on July 22nd, followed by Marnie and Nate on July 29th, and C. Lynne Smith on August 5th. We'll wrap up on August 12th with Three and One.
Bring a chair, bring some friends, and plan to join us on the front lawn this summer!
A sign up sheet to help with refreshments can be found on the parish hall bulletin board or contact Cheryl Barton or Dina Ziemba.
Our Saturday service has moved from the church to the beach for the summer months. "Come as you are" to Worship at the Beach on the 101st St. Beach Pavilion, Saturdays at 5:30 pm through August 28th. Plan to join us for a relaxed worship service in a glorious setting!
In the event of rain, concerts and worship will be held in the church.
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Two years ago Branches was fortunate enough to take the children from local motels to a water park for the day. It was a spectacular day and the kids had a blast. Tickets to the water park were donated and we raised enough money to pack a bag lunch for each child and buy ice cream on the boardwalk at the end of the day.
COVID 19 prevented us from doing the same last year. However, thanks to the generosity of a very kind someone, we were able to have a game day and be visited by an ice cream truck.
Thankfully COVID 19 is not preventing us from planning a trip to the water park this year. It is happening on August 10th! The pandemic has made many things more difficult and our plans for this fun day for the kids are no exception. We are going to have to raise the money to make this a reality.
We understand that this is a big undertaking, but at Branches, we always have faith that where there is a will there is a way. If you would like to help us brighten the lives of some great kids there are several ways to do so.
You can send a check made payable to Branches to: 1304 Rt. 47 S, Rio Grande 08242. Please designate for “Water Park.”
You can stop by with a cash donation. Or, go to our website: www.thebranchesoutreach.org and locate the donate button. You may donate through PayPal. Make sure that you designate for “Water Park.”
Thank you in advance for your generosity and your faithful support of our mission at Branches! We are truly grateful.
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continues this week
at St. Mary's
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It's been great to have the kids attending Science Explorers Summer Camp in the parish hall! We're looking forward to this coming week to see what Final Frontiers is all about. Jr. Explorers is the theme of the final week beginning on 7/26. www.SCIENCEEXPLORERS.COM
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The August, September, October issue of Forward Day by Day, large and small print, is now available in the church narthex. Please help yourself to a copy. If you would like a booklet sent to you, please let the church office know and we will be happy to mail one out to you! |
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Louis and Cynthia Schweickhardt on July 22nd!
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William Handley on July 21st,
Beth Blair on July 22nd, and
Ty Pettit on July 23rd!
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Blueberry Festival
Sunday, July 18, 6:30-8:30
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Enjoy delicious blueberry desserts and live music at Our Saviour Lutheran Church, 9212 Third Ave. Donations benefit the Parish Nurse ministry. |
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Lectionary Text for the Seventh Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 10 |
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Saturday 5:30 pm on the 101st St. Beach Pavilion
Sunday 9:00 AM in person (church) and
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Daily Office and Study Links |
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