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This Sunday's Offerings, May 14
Fifth Sunday of Easter
 
9 a.m.  Holy Eucharist Rite One,  Little St. Mary's
10 a.m.  Sunday School and Confirmation Class, 
Sunday School and  Education Buildings
10 a.m. Adult Forum: A Year in Review, New Parish Hall
10 a.m. Inquirer's Class, Library
11 a.m.  Holy Eucharist Rite Two New St. Mary's
12 p.m. Cookies and Coffee, Café and New Parish Hall

Happening at St. Mary's
Last Sunday to take photos for Church Directory!
Sunday, May 14, 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. and 12 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 17 during Seniors Lunch and Parish Supper

This is the last Sunday to come and get your picture taken of you, you and your spouse, or you and your family between the 9 and 11 a.m. services or after the 11 a.m. service in the Dover Lounge. The last chances are at the Seniors Lunch and Parish Supper on Wednesday, May 17. Please stop by to help us update our records. No need to formally sign-up, it will only take a few minutes! If you have any questions or need more information, please contact Ashley Cameron.
A Year in Review Forum this Sunday
Sunday, May 14, 10:10 a.m., New Parish Hall

There have been many changes throughout the past year - new adult education forums, mission trip opportunities, fellowship programs, and much more. Join the clergy for the last Adult Forum until the fall on Sunday, May 14 at 10:10 a.m. in the New Parish Hall as we reflect back upon the program year and look ahead to the next. Questions are encouraged. 
High School Youth Group this Sunday
Sunday, May 14, 6 p.m., Education Building

High School youth group meets this Sunday from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. for pizza and planning! Please gather in the pool table room on the second floor of the Education Building. We'll begin planning for the upcoming South Dakota mission trip by discussing upcoming fundraisers and trip logistics. Please bring $5 for pizza. For more information, email Matt Rawls
Seniors Lunch on the Third Wednesday
Wednesday, May 17, 12:15 p.m., New Parish Hall

Seniors meet on the third Wednesday! Join parishioners of all ages for lunch in the New Parish Hall on Wednesday, May 17 at 12:15 p.m. (after Noonday Prayer in Little St. Mary's). This month's speaker is writer, lecturer, and St. Mary's parishioner,  Dr. Mary Lynn Bayliss . Her most recent title is The Dooleys of Richmond: An Irish Immigrant Family in the Old and New South. Suggested donation is $5 per person. Please contact Elizabeth Baker at (804) 784-5678 to RSVP. 
Last Parish Supper until the fall
Wednesday, May 17, 5:30 p.m., New Parish Hall

It's a picnic! Take a moment to pause from your busy week, and break bread with fellow St. Mary's parishioners on Wednesday, May 17. Serving starts at 5:30 p.m. Programs for children and youth begin at 6 p.m. $8 per person and maximum of $25 per family. Please contact Elizabeth Baker at (804) 784-5678 or [email protected] or follow this link to RSVP. 
Downtown Coffee Hour Continues
Thursday, May 18, 8 a.m. - 9 a.m., Pop's Market (415 E Grace St.)

Before you head into the office, join your St. Mary's friends and community for casual conversation, a cup of coffee, and a prayer to start your day. Get to know your clergy, your fellow parishioners, and begin your day on a positive note. Join Andrew Moore and Karen Huennekens at Pop's Market (415 E Grace Street) from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. on Thursday, May 18. Come for the full hour or just pop in and say hello! Help us as we create new spaces for building community and fellowship.
Meet the rector and St. Mary's staff
Thursday, May 18, 3:30 p.m., Terrace

Have you had a chance to meet Elizabeth, Deedi, or Mike or any other members of St. Mary's staff? Join us for an  afternoon tea with rector Weezie Blanchard and St. Mary's staff members on Thursday, May 18 at 3:30 p.m. on the Terrace. We'll serve light refreshments and treats. This is a family friendly event - all ages are welcome!
Bishop's Visitation and Reception is next Sunday
Sunday, May 21, 11 a.m., New St. Mary's

Save the date for the Bishop's visitation. Join us in welcoming the Rt. Rev. Ted Gulick, Assistant Bishop, as we gladly receive the newly baptized and those who are committing and confirming their faith on Sunday, May 21 at 11 a.m. All are welcome at the reception following the service. The menu looks scrumptious!
Register by May 21 for Vacation Bible School!
Monday, July 10 to Friday, July 14

CAMP OUT! Come gather for a fun week of "camping out" and learning about how no matter where we are, Jesus is with us. This week is open to all children ages 3 to rising 5th grade. Rising 6th -  12th grade students are invited to volunteer. We also need lots of adult volunteers to make the week run smoothly. Fill out your registration form and return to St. Mary's by May 21. Please contact  Amelia McDaniel for more information. 
Lay Eucharistic Minister Training
Wednesday, May 24, 5:30 p.m., New St. Mary's

Are you looking for ways to be more involved in Sunday worship? Lay Eucharistic Ministers are a vital part of our worship together. Those who are already serving as Lay Eucharistic Ministers and those interested in becoming one are invited to attend a training with Weezie Blanchard on Wednesday, May 24 at 5:30 p.m. in New St. Mary's. For more information or questions, please contact Weezie Blanchard.
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