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St. Mary's Episcopal Church Welcomes You!
Weekly Notices
Adult Formation
Tuesdays 6:00 p.m. by Zoom
Exploring the Epistles of John
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Following on the heels of our exploration of John's Gospel are the Epistles attributed to him. The Johannine epistles, or the Letters of John are three of the catholic (to all Christians, not addresses to one congregation) epistles in the New Testament. In content and style they resemble the Gospel of John. Specifically in the First Epistle of John, Jesus is identified with the divine Christ, and more than in any other New Testament text a God's love of humanity is emphasized. Join the weekly bible study for an in-depth examination of these texts.
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Read more here. Everyone is welcome!
Children and Youth
Sunday School
Sundays 10:30 a.m.
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Lectionary-based Montessori-style learning and activities for children and youth are available during the Liturgy of the Word. Young people join the service during the Exchange of the Peace.
Bishop's Visit and Confirmations
Sunday, January 26, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
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The Right Reverend Jennifer Reddall, 6th bishop of the Diocese of Arizona, will be at Saint Mary’s this January for her bi-annual pastoral visit. She will celebrate Mass and provide the opportunity for confirmations and receptions. Youth interested in confirmation should speak with Mrs. Boddy. Adults interested confirmation (or reception if you were already confirmed in the Lutheran, Roman Catholic or Orthodox Church) should speak with Fr. Craig.
Outreach
The Alms Fund :: Helping parishioners and others in immediate need
The number of people calling—or appearing at our doors—needing help with rent, water or electric or gas bills, food, auto repair, etc., has greatly increased since the height of the pandemic. These are tough times for many of us, and the Alms Fund is there to help...sometimes. You can help us help those who despair that their electricity will be cut off, or that they will be evicted, or that their children won't have the nourishment they need to grow and flourish, or they need a nice outfit in order to interview for a job, or...or...or...
You can help St. Mary's respond in ways Jesus commanded us to respond by donating to St. Mary's Alms Fund. Just write a check with a memo "Alms Fund," or if you make your donations electronically, you can designate an extra donation to St. Mary's with a similar memo. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Parish Administrator, Karen Dura, at karen@stmarysphoenix.org
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Help us help St. Mary's People and many others in immediate need so they have time to seek longer term solutions.
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Thank you so very much!
Ministry Opportunities at St. Mary's
A parish community depends on the generous giving of time, talent, and treasure by our members. We are very grateful to all our brothers and sisters who, week by week, support our common life and ministry in this place. Please review the list below and consider one of these ministry opportunities. For more information speak with the ministry lead(s) or Karen.
Altar Guild (Phyllis) - prepare the church for worship on Sundays and Holy Days and keep the shrines and chapel orderly
Greeters and Ushers (Pat, Ron) - greet our guests at Mass and provide them with service leaflets, newcomer cards and information about our parish.
Hospitality Team (Cheak) - prepare for coffee hour and other receptions, help to keep the kitchen and parish hall neat.
Lectionary Readers (Fr. Craig, Linda) - read the lessons on Sundays and Holy Days
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Liturgical Ministers (Fr. Craig) - serve at the altar during worship
Lay Eucharistic Ministers (Cheak) - bring the sacrament to homebound parishioners
Schola Cantorum (Br. Jeffrey, Will) - provide music for worship
The Larger Church
St. John the Baptist Farmers' Market
St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church will host a farmers market which will run every Friday from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM beginning October 25, 2024, through April 25, 2025. This will be in the west parking lot at 4102 W. Union Hills Dr. Glendale, AZ 85308. . They encourage your participation either as a shopper or a vendor. For more information see their webpage, https://stjohnsaz.org/st-johns-farmers-market/ or contact them at SJBfarmersmarket@gmail.com
Sign Up for Diocesan News
The Episcopal Diocese of Arizona publishes a weekly email news letter—which includes thoughts about a variety of topics by Bishop Reddall—and a quarterly magazine. These are free to anyone in our congregation who wishes to receive them. All you have to do is sign up!
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Just enter azdiocese.org/newsletter/ in your web browser and follow the link. These are excellent ways to keep abreast of happenings around the diocese and the larger church.
Subscribe
Subscribe to our email list for periodic announcements, reflections, and news items from St. Mary's. It's a great way to stay in touch with what's happening around the parish!