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East Rochester Area Churches Giving Tree
We continue to support the ER Resource Center program that provides gift cards to Parkside/DePaul residents, and this year, our congregation will offer to 15 people, gifts to celebrate the holidays. Anyone wishing to participate is asked to bring a $25 gift card from Dollar General, Wegmans or
Big Lots to church no later than December 15th. We will get the cards to the Parkside/DePaul residents in time for Christmas. Thank you for your generosity!
Money Ball is Back!
This fundraising event is open to all parishioners and the public! Balls/numbers are available for purchase now! Original numbers will be available until 12/8 at which time they will be available for others to pick!! The proceeds will benefit Mary Magdalene Church and our InReach/OutReach ministries. Click here for an informational flyer. Contact Tammy Drollette tdrollette@rochester.rr.com to purchase a ball if you are not able to do so in person.
Mary Magdalene Church Book Study
Our next book discussion will be The Art of Living, by Thich Nhat Hanh.
Our discussion will begin on Tuesday, January 7th at 6:30 PM (Zoom and the library). Since winter is always so tricky we will meet on Zoom on bad weather evenings. A new Zoom link will be sent to you when you register. Please contact Joyce Martelli at jemmartelli@gmail.com so that we know you are interested. We hope you will join us!
Snow Angels
It's that time of year again when we ask for volunteers to help clear the sidewalks and steps of snow and ice on Sunday mornings. We have a power shovel that is relatively easy to use and several regular shovels. Rock salt is available inside the back door and near the elevator in the front of the church. You would need to arrive to church early, between 9:15-9:30. Many hands make light work! If you can help please contact Sue. Thank you!
Winter Clothing Drive
On October 1st, we will begin collecting new or gently used winter apparel (coats, hats, gloves) for men, women, and children. Look for the collection box in the foyer of the church. These items will be distributed to those in need through the Open Door Mission and House of Mercy in Rochester. This drive will end on December 18th. In the past, over 200 coats have been collected as part of this project!
East Rochester Resource Center - November Pantry Needs
Click here for a list of November's pantry needs. Your items may be dropped off outside the church office. Thank you for your continued support!
Lost & Found
Are you missing a pair of sunglasses, your favorite hat, a water bottle? Check out the bin in hallway under the welcome sign. We've got quite the collection of items found in the sanctuary and Fellowship Hall! Unclaimed items will eventually be donated.
Children's Ministry 2024-2025
You can find this year's schedule here and on our website calendar. If you would like to sign your child up, please contact the office.
Knit, Purl, Crochet & Pray Ministry
Please join us and put your needles and hooks to good use bringing comfort and prayers to those in need! Our Prayer Shawl Ministry is open to all parishioners who wish to participate at home. Feel free to borrow the book Knitting into the Mystery - A Guide to the Shawl-Knitting Mystery found in the shawl basket. We are need shawls of all sizes! Place your completed shawl in the basket by the altar or in Sue Gerber’s office.
Ministry Sign Up Sheets Available!
Want to become more involved on Sunday? Consider one of many opportunities such as serving as a lector or Eucharistic minister, reading the Prayers of the People, or hosting a coffee hour. Sign up sheets are on the bulletin board. If you have questions about any of these ministries, Rev. Lori or Sue would be happy to answer them. Thanks for your help!
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