Jesus Ascending to Heaven

by John Singleton Copley

Weekly Calendar

Live Streaming Technical Difficulties

Unfortunately, we continued to have problems with the live-streaming video quality last Sunday. There was a substantial delay between the sound and the video footage as well as disruptions that resembled the aurora borealis (noted by Sue Galbraith). We sincerely apologize for the interruption in your worship experience.

There is some good news. The sound of our service recorded fine so; you CAN hear the beautiful music of Dr. Mark Lawlor and the Saint Mary's Choir as well as listen to Father Scott's wonderful homily. We replaced a switchboard this week and after two test-runs it appears that all is working well. We truly appreciate your patience and understanding as we navigate these challenges.

Flower Dedications

The Online Flower Guild signup form has been updated. Please click here for the online signup form. Flower arrangements can be donated for so many different reasons whether it is in loving memory of a deceased loved one, in celebration of a joyous event, a wedding, a baptism, a graduation, or in thanksgiving for something important in your life. We are very blessed to have a team of talented flower guild members who always work to create beautiful arrangements holding your intentions in their hearts. We will also have a paper signup available on the sunroom bulletin board as well. Please note that dates do need to be shared as we have a large community to honor and celebrate together.

Thank you!

Your Search Committee has already hinted at some of the conclusions of the CAT survey that so many of you completed. This coming Sunday, the 21st, we’ll let you know in more detail what your responses told us about your experiences of St. Mary’s and your hopes for our next rector. We’ll do so at a forum in Walden Hall following the 10 a.m. Eucharist. We’ll outline our parish’s stronger and weaker points, as perceived by survey-takers, and the type of parish we represent. We’ll also tell you about our next steps in identifying the individual with the spiritual and other qualities that the leadership role in our church demands. Until then, if you have questions or thoughts to share with us, please contact committee member Sue Jilson, via email at susan.jilson@gmail.com or phone at (508) 737-6890.

Important Church Campus Notices

DOOR ENTRY CODES HAVE BEEN CHANGED!

As a part of our safety and security best practices we have updated all of the combination locks on campus. If you are a head of a ministry group or have a specific need to gain access to the church off hours please reach out to our fabulous gatekeeper, Julie Remie for the new combination codes. We thank you for your understanding in helping us keep our campus secure and safe.

PLEASE SLOW DOWN

A friendly reminder that as you come and go from campus please drive slowly. We have a preschool on site, individuals with mobility issues and there is increased traffic with Angels' Treasures. Please be safe.

WE ARE A SMOKE FREE CAMPUS

Just as a friendly reminder; several years ago the Saint Mary's community agreed to make our campus a Smoke Free Environment. Therefore, there is no smoking allowed anywhere on the grounds, gardens, grounds, parking lot or buildings. Thank you for your cooperation.

Celebrating With Our Lutheran Friends

We continue to build our fellowship with one another. Please know we are invited to participate in the following meetings at First Lutheran:

• Tuesdays - Meditation and Reiki Group meets at 12pm 
• Wednesday Nights - Sacred Journey (Via Sacre) Worship Service.

Via Sacre is an alternative form of worship held every Wednesday evening at 7:00 PM; it is filled with candlelight, time for meditation and prayer, Bible readings and sermon, and the sharing of Communion – and community. Each week may be a little different without any set liturgy, but there is plenty of music – both in the Taizé tradition and others with upbeat rhythms.

Help Us Help Others

St. Mary’s builds its outreach ministries around Matthew 25:36-40 where Jesus commands his followers saying:

I was hungry and you fed me,

I was thirsty and you gave me a drink,

I was homeless and you gave me a room,

I was shivering and you gave me clothes,

I was sick and you stopped to visit,

I was in prison and you came to me.

Please help us identify where God is calling us to serve as we try to respond to the needs of our brothers and sisters. If you know of a agency that is in-line with Saint Mary's Outreach philosophy mission please encourage them to apply for one of our Outreach Grants. Here is the Grant Application to share. Our next grant distribution will take place in July of 2023. Thank you for helping us spread the word to those in need. Saint Mary's Outreach Committee annually disburses overly $50,000 to international, national, and local partners in service. Your generosity and the incredible work of Angels' Treasures helps us support so many critical agencies and non-profits on the Cape. Thank you for your generous hearts.



We Need Your Help!

Seeking some NEW VOLUNTEERS to help host coffee hour. You are welcome to co-host with a friend if you desire. We have allowed for 2 volunteer slots each week although, you are welcome to host solo as well. This is the unsung hero of volunteer ministries but a crucial way for us to build community and welcome Newcomers. If you can help, please click here to sign up. There is also a paper sign-up in the kitchen as well. Thank you.

• Weekly E-News deadline: Wednesday at noon.
• In an effort to keep it brief we will only highlight happenings of the next 10 days in our E-News.
• The deadline for submissions to our Monthly E-Newsletter is the 25th of the prior month.
• For your convenience, the Monthly Newsletter (printed out) will be available in the sunroom and the back of the church for those who would like a paper copy. If you know of someone who would enjoy receiving a paper copy in the regular mail please let Allison know.