The Epistle - Weekly Announcements from St. Paul's, Morris Plains

The title "The Epistle" comes from Paul's letters to churches in diaspora.

St Paul’s Morris Plains is a welcoming, diverse, inclusive community of faith. We strive to promote Christian fellowship and build a strong vibrant parish committed to the personal growth of its members and outreach to the community.

The Worship and Formation Ministry’s focus is all things related to worship, a better understanding of our faith, and a closer relationship with God. It comprises several sub-ministries including Worship, Church School/Youth, Adult Education, Confirmation, Meditation, and Evangelism.

Seventh Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday, July 7, 2024

10:00 a.m.

Holy Eucharist

The Rev. Danielle D. Baker, Celebrant

All the links you need:

Bulletin - PDF

Bulletin - Word

Sunday Paper

Zoom meeting details:

Meeting ID: 894 2380 4413

Passcode: 188301

One tap mobile

+16469313860,,89423804413#,,,,*188301#

Zoom Link

Upcoming Services

Sunday, July 7 - 10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist

The Rev. Danielle D. Baker, Celebrant

Sunday, July 14 - 10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist

The Rev. Danielle D. Baker, Celebrant

Sunday, July 21 - 10:00 a.m. Ante-Communion

John Squillace, Officiant

The Community Ministry’s focus is just that: community. It comprises several sub-ministries, including fellowship, pastoral care, and outreach.

Daily Bread and Veggies Ministry: Last Thursday, we harvested 263 pounds of veggies, for a total of 624 pounds to date!

The bounty included turnips, chard, beets, lettuce, squash, cucumbers, cilantro, oregano and cabbage, and was delivered to Table of Hope.

All are welcome, so please join us every Thursday at 8 am.

Please conact Lynn with any questions. lynnh918@gmail.com

Prayer Shawl Ministry

Cradled in hope… Kept in joy…

Graced in peace…Wrapped in love…

What is a Prayer Shawl Ministry?

Needlework and prayer combine to make beautiful prayer shawls for those in great need. Prayer shawls provide love, care, warmth, comfort, encouragement, and hope for the people who receive them.

Come join us on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month

from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. in the Lounge.

Please note: We will not meet in July/August, we’ll resume in September.

We have a generous supply of shawls. If you know someone in need of a shawl, please contact Rose Ann 973.394.9641 Rstevens@hstevens.com

Join the St. Paul’s Book Club! We are reading The Echo of Old Books by Barbara Davis. We will meet on Wednesday, July 17 at 7:30 p.m.

Zoom Link

Here are the book selections for the remainder of the year: September: Truman by David McCullough; October: Lady Tan’s Circle of Women by Lisa See; November: Horse by Geraldine Brooks; December: The Women by Kristin Hannah.

Save the Date! Service for Col. Francis “Bud” K. Newcomer, Jr. at Arlington National Cemetery on August 14, 2024, at 11:00 am

Zoom details to follow.

Lay Eucharistic Visitors. The Bishop has approved the good work of Lay Eucharistic Visitors.

If you feel called or interested in becoming licensed to distribute communion in our parish community and the world, please contact Rev. Danielle.

St. Paul’s Name Tags. Looking for a fashion statement this season? Make it happen with your name tag, so we can warmly welcome and greet our guests. Please contact the parish office if you need one.

The Communication Ministry’s focus is effective and efficient communications internally and externally. Here, you'll find sign-up forms to help make communicating about ministry even more efficient!

We are so thrilled for you to host coffee hour! Please let us know if you plan to host by Wednesday of each week.

Here are the available slots for signup:

July 14, July 21, July 28

Please Sign up using the SignUp Genius below or send an email to the Parish Office.

See the schedule/sign up here!

Easy-peasy hosting instructions!

Do you want to honor loved ones by donating flowers to adorn the altar? Please sign up below no later than Wednesday each week.

Here are the available slots for signup:

July 14, July 21, July 28

Please Sign up using the SignUp Genius below or send an email to the Parish Office

Due to the decrease in COVID-19 cases in Morris County, we are mask optional at St. Paul’s.

Thank you for keeping our community safe and healthy, and we look forward to being with you.

Do you have an announcement for The Epistle or for the bulletin? Get it to the Parish Office by Tuesday of each week at 3:00 p.m. for inclusion in all our weekly publications. If it's late, no worries - we'll make sure it gets into next week's materials.

The Resources Ministry’s focus is all things related to physical assets, finances, and personnel.

It comprises several sub-ministries including Buildings and Grounds, Finance, Fundraising, Stewardship and Personnel.

Our Christian Meditation group meets for an online meditation each Wednesday at noon via Zoom.

All are welcome! No experience is needed.

We use the format of the World Community for Christian Meditation (wccm.org). If you'd like to take part, contact Cathy Harris at ncfharris@gmail.com or 908-723-3362.

Please note: There will be NO MEDITATION on July 9th.

If you have prayer requests, please send them to office@stpaulsmp.org with details.

Your prayers will be lifted up by The Rev. Danielle, co-chair Cathy Harris, and the Pastoral Care Team.

Make an appointment to meet with Rev. Danielle

at priest@stpaulsmp.org or by calling (973) 285-0884.

The Diocese of Newark comprises 92 congregations in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, Warren, and Union counties, Cross Roads Camp, and the Community of St. John the Baptist Convent located in Mendham. We believe we are called by Jesus Christ, whose power transforms us into a new community. Together, we strive to express that transformation in the world around us.

We are Constance and Her Companions!

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Christ Church Ridgewood is excited to offer a LOCAL VBS summer Camp! For Students in Kindergarten through 6th grade as of Fall 2023. July 15th - July 19th, 9:00am - 3:00pm. Cost is $20 per day (Partly subsidized. Add’l subsidy up to full cost available upon request) GET “CAMP IN RIDGEWOOD”TICKETS HERE

The Team Ministry of Messiah and St. Mary's together are offering two Vacation Bible School Saturdays for children ages 5-12.

July 13, 9:00 -12:00 at St. Mary's and July 20, 9:00 -12:00 at Church of the Messiah. Cost is $10. Register at www.stmaryssparta.org or www.messiahchester.org

Diocesan Choir Camp is sponsored by the Episcopal Diocese of New Jersey and the Church of the Advent,

Cape May. The camp takes place in

beautiful Cape May, and focuses on

choral music, community building,

and mutually supportive Christian

fellowship. Campers stay at the historic Holiday House. July 14 - July 18, 2024.

Cost is $495 per camper. (Some scholarship funds are available from the Episcopal Diocese of New Jersey.)

For more information and to register, please click here.

Small and Mid-Size Church Meeting Follow-up: Click here for the link to the recording of that meeting then enter the Passcode: EqM##I^5.

Save the dates! For our next scheduled Small and Mid-size Church Meetings (7pm on Zoom)· September 9, November 18, June 9, 2026. See full details of Gathering for Small and Medium-sized churches