WELCOME HOME!
Join us this weekend for worship.
Saturday at 5:30 pm, Sunday at 9:00 am in the sanctuary, or
The service is also posted on our website
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September 3, 2021
A Special Meeting of the Congregation, as required by Canon, to nominate six people to attend a special Convocation Meeting for the Election of the 13th Bishop of New Jersey, is being called and scheduled for Sunday, September 26th following the 9:00 am service.
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Please make every effort to attend. If you would like to be included in the nomination please reach out to me via email or by phone.
Dear Family in Christ,
Bishop Stokes has released a letter to the people of the diocese announcing his resignation and retirement effective, June of 2023. Here begins our process of discernment for the next Bishop of NJ. I ask for your collective prayers as our diocese discerns our way forward. Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out.
This is an important time for all of our congregations to come together in this period of transition, to envision the possibilities and opportunities of our diocese in the greater Episcopal Church, to envision and express what attributes we'd like to see in our leadership and in our 13th Bishop.
Our ever-changing world sure does provide plenty of obstacles, but Christ transforms our obstacles into new life and growth. All we have to do is recognize and adhere to His call and the presence of the Holy Spirit.
We are grateful to Bishop Stokes' leadership, care, and service over these years. We are also hopeful for a new birth, a new life to come.
I look forward to seeing each of you this Sunday and on the 26th.
Blessings and Peace,
Mo. Allison+
551-697-6133
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September 2, 2021
Dear People of the Diocese of New Jersey,
For everything, there is a season ...Ecclesiastes 3:1
I am writing to let you know that, following prayer and consultation with family, trusted friends, and trusted advisors, I have determined that the time has come for me to call for the election of the 13th Bishop of the Diocese of New Jersey and to notify you of my intention to resign and retire as the 12th Bishop in June 2023. At that time, God-willing, I will be 66 years old and will have served the diocese for almost ten years. My intention is read more...
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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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Do you like to sing in the shower, around the house, in the car? Then we would love to have you join the choir!
New members and old are invited to meet with Kyle on Thursday, September 9th at 6:30 pm. An official rehearsal time for Thursdays and Sundays will be set at that rehearsal.
No experience is necessary, just a desire to praise the Lord in song.
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Introducing Kyle Sheppard -
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Please join us this Sunday, September 5th, at the 9 AM Service to welcome our new Music Director, Kyle Sheppard to St. Mary's.
Kyle is also the Music and Choir Director at the First United Methodist Church of Avalon. We are looking forward to this new shared ministry between our two churches.
If you would like to find out more about Kyle, please check the link.
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O God, who didst shine in the face of Jesus who came as a carpenter, in Moses who came as a herdsman, in Socrates, a wandering teacher, we bless thee for those who create homes out of chaos, those who coax fruit out of dry land, those who must keep order when men desire lawlessness, and all who labor that the world may live with plenty and with righteousness. Keep us in thy care.
Amen.
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Ways to contribute to St. Mary's |
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Your support of the mission and ministry of St. Mary's through your communal worship and financial support during these challenging times
is appreciated!
Ways to donate are:
- The Sunday collection plate
- Send a check payable to St. Mary's to:
St. Mary's Church,
9425 Third Ave., Stone Harbor, NJ 08247
(Your envelope and number is not necessary, only your name.)
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Setting up a personal online banking "bill pay" option. The bank will mail the check for you to the church office.
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Mark your Calendars
Looking Forward...
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September 9: Wedding rehearsal
September 9: Choir Rehearsal and meeting
September 11th: Wedding of Casey Carr-Jones and Scott Mastroianni
September 13th - 17th (Mo. Allison is on Retreat)
September 19th: Vestry Meeting
September 30th: Red Cross Blood Drive
October: Food Drive
October 3rd: St. Francis Day Transferred/ Blessing of the Animals
October 4th - 17th (Mo. Allison is on Vacation)
October 17th - Cyrus and Mary Mitchell Baptism 1:00 pm Beach 95th St. 1:00pm. (Mo. Allison will be back for this)
October 31st: Halloween Fun Day on the Lawn
November 7th : All Saints Sunday
November 14th: Thank You Reception/Coffee Hour
November 28th: Advent Begins ( Advent Study to be determined)
December 21st: Blue Christmas Service
December 24th: Christmas Eve
more to come...
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Share the Lord. . . What is my Tithe?
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My tithe is more than a check or a sum of money. It is:
My investment in a better community.
My aid to Christian youth.
My expression of faith in the future.
My gesture of goodwill.
My contribution to Christian education.
My outreach in healing and teaching through missions.
My vote for a Christian world.
My tithe is a holy offering, dedicated to God for the building of his kingdom on earth.
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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.)
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Thursday, September 30, 2021 - 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
St. Mary's Episcopal Church Parish Hall
9425 3rd Avenue, Stone Harbor, NJ 08247
Give Blood, Save Lives
For an appointment, please call 1-800-Red Cross
Search by zip code: 08247
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Karin Hampel on September 4th and
Kylie Markle on September 7th!
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One of the many things that makes St. Mary's special is our tradition of giving a handmade baby blanket to a child to commemorate their baptism.
We are beginning to run low on blankets. If you knit, crochet, or quilt, we would welcome your handmade gift. Call Janice Haines with questions.
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The August, September, October issue of Forward Day by Day, large and small print, is 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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Lectionary Text for the
Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 18
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Saturday 5:30 pm
Sunday 9:00 AM
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