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St. Mary's Episcopal Church

Stone Harbor, New Jersey


All are welcome. Please join us!

Staying Connected

WELCOME HOME!

Worship with us:

Sunday at 9:00 am in the sanctuary

in person and Live on Facebook

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While Mother is away, please get in touch with Deacon Jane Carol for any Pastoral Needs: 609:330-6124



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The Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 22

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We are now accepting donations via Venmo!

@StMarysStoneHarbor


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Rector's Corner

Please Welcome

The Rev. Margaret Otterburn who is covering for Mo. Allison on

October 8th and 15th.



The Rev. Margaret Otterburn was born and raised in England but in 1971 relocated with her husband to Northern Ireland where they raised three children. They came to the US in 1987 where she taught high school math, the last 9 years at Irvington High School, Newark. She left teaching upon ordination to the priesthood in 2002 and first served at Grace Church in Newark and then at the Cathedral of St Mark in Minneapolis. In 2007, she was called as Rector to the Church of the Messiah, Chester, and served there until retiring last June. She was also the Board president of the large Senior Resource Center at Messiah, and still is. For the Diocese of Newark, she served on the Diocesan Council, the ACTS/ VIM Board which awards grants, the Commission of Ministry, the Youth Ministries Board, and as her District Coordinator.


DDeA direct and compelling Deacon Jane Carol


Finding Jesus in Rio Grande

As a new Deacon at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Stone Harbor, I was all set to start my Deacon duties last week of going out and finding the wants and needs of the world and bring them back to the church. I decided to visit the “This and That Shop” in Rio Grande.

I started there because I would stop in the shop occasionally when I was serving as an intern at St. Mary’s two years ago. I stopped in and was warmly greeted by Deb, one of the three Debs working there. (Hmmm, I wonder if my name would have to be Deb to apply for a job there?) Anyway, I also met the other employees and I found out they aren’t all named Deb but they were all equally warm, friendly, and helpful.  


My new friend, Deb, told me how the employees bonded as a family over the years, and how they all take care of each other and pray for each other. I learned that Deb and the crew do not just sell merchandise. They actually stop and talk to their clients and listen carefully to their stories. Deb told me that many times when the customers come in and have conversations with her, they pray together, and laugh, and cry together. In fact, I did some laughing and crying with Deb myself. She is so spiritual and full of God’s grace. Her love for God is infectious. What a blessing for St. Mary’s Church to have such caring and gracious people working at the thrift store, but really they are doing God’s work at the same time. 

My visit to the thrift shop was more than looking at merchandise and meeting employees and customers. It turned out to be a visit with Jesus who lives in the hearts of these employees; their devotion to one another and to all who come through the doors radiates God’s love. 

So, when you are able, stop in the “This and That Shop” and find out for yourself the pleasant experience you will have looking for treasures and talking to the treasured employees. Don’t forget to clean out your closet before you go and bring your donations of what may become someone else’s treasure. 


St. Mary's This 'n That Thrift Shop

Did you know?


Our Thrift Shop continues to be a beacon of mission and ministry out in the community. Each month is dedicated to another community organization.


For the month of October, they are collecting for Catholic Charities. They are in need of food that has a pop top. Donations may be dropped off at the thrift shop any time during the month of October.


Thank you to Debbie, our Staff, and customers for your support, donations and care.

Gold Winner of the 2022 and 2023 Best of the Jersey Shore thrift shops, This 'n That Furniture Shop is a great addition to the home goods, housewares, including small appliances, and clothing shops at This 'n That.


Don't forget the thrift shop when you're fall cleaning and re-organizing. Household items, furniture and clean usable clothing are welcome!


Remember - Upcycling is good for the planet!



Store Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 10 am - 4 pm

Donation days: Tuesday and Thursday, 10 am - 3 pm, and on the

1st Saturday of the month 10 - 3 pm.

Location: St. Mary's This 'n That, 1304 Rt. 47 So., Rio Grande, NJ 08242   609-886-7272


You can keep up with special sales and featured furniture by following them on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/St-Marys-This-N-That-Thrift-Shop-268676343298636/

BIBLE STUDY

Have you ever wondered why King David is so highly regarded?

Would you like to know more about him?


Are you interested in his relevance to Jesus and the messianic expectation?


Join Wednesday Bible Study this fall when we spend the year reading 1 & 2 Samuel to learn about this great king of Israel through an interactive discussion led by

Tracy Rubin, Harvard Divinity School, 2012.

(Note: Tracy is a summer member here at St. Mary's and is inviting us to join her and her home parish in this most wonderful learning adventure.)


Classes meet on Wednesday mornings from 10-11:30 and evenings from 7-8:30 September 20, 2023 through May 22, 2024, both in person and online.


Please sign up with Tracy at tgrubin3@gmail.com or 781-431-1672. The Zoom link for the year will be emailed to you.  


The companion text we use is: "The David Story: A Translation with Commentary” by Robert Alter. https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-david-story-robert-alter/1112711930?ean=9780393320770&aug=1


Items may be dropped off at The Branches Outreach Center

201 Hirst Ave., Rio Grande, NJ 08242 609-886-5091


Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 1:30pm - Saturday: 10am – 12pm

Sunday: Closed

St. Mary's is happy to be a sponsor of Savor September!

Come out and enjoy!

Stewardship Minute

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To All of our seasonal members and friends


Please consider making a donation or pledge for 2024 before you head home for the season.


Your support of our mission and ministry is important to us.

Some ways to support St. Mary's


  • Become a member
  • Volunteer
  • The Sunday collection plate
  • Send a check payable to St. Mary's to:


St. Mary's Church,

9425 Third Ave., Stone Harbor, NJ 08247

(Your envelope and number is not necessary, only your name.)


  • Setting up a personal online banking "bill pay" option. The bank will mail the check for you to the church office.
  • Online giving through our website at https://www.stmarysstoneharbor.org/
Visit our Website

We have now joined Venmo! If you have Venmo, you can donate to the church - @StMarysStoneHarbor


http://www.venmo.com/u/StMarysStoneHarbor



Happy Birthday to

Ryan Cleffi on October 12th

and Corine Reynolds on October 13th!


Happy Anniversary to

John and Joan Langston on October 9th!

If you would like to be remembered on your birthday or anniversary, please give us your information so we may add you to our data base. Email the church office: jultaylor9425@gmail.com or call 609-368-5922

Altar Flowers

Dedicating altar flowers in honor or memory of, or in thanksgiving for a loved one is a wonderful way to remember someone. If you would like to do so, please sign up on the chart on the bulletin board in the parish hall. After the service, you may take the flowers to enjoy or give.

Coffee Hour

Coffee Hour is held after service every Sunday in the parish hall. It is an opportunity to get together for relaxed conversation and fellowship over a cup of coffee. If you would like to provide a snack for coffee hour, please pick a Sunday and sign up on the sheet on the door to the kitchen. Nothing elaborate, just a small snack to enjoy with coffee. Thank you!

Women's Civic Club Trip Dec. 6th


The Stone Harbor Civic Club has planned a trip to Sight & Sounds "Miracle of Christmas" in Lancaster on Wednesday, December 6th. Price $185 per person includes transportation and lunch.

Contact Isabella Kelly-Prince 609-374-5054 to sign up and for more information.

Upcoming Events

Community Pot Luck in November. Date and time TBA.

12 Step Meetings in the Church Hall

Narcotics Anonymous (NA) Monday at 7:30 pm

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Tuesday at 8:00 pm

Alanon Tuesday at 7:15 pm (beginners meeting in the chapel)

Alanon Tuesday at 8:00 pm (in the chapel)

Alanon Friday morning at 10:00 am

CHECK OUT OUR CALENDAR on our website for all activities taking place throughout the week.

The Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost: Proper 22

Isaiah 5:1-7

Psalm 80:7-14

Philippians 3:4b-14

Matthew 21:33-46

Worship Services

Tuesday - Friday 8:30 am Morning Prayer via Zoom


Third Thursday's 6:00 pm Healing Service

alternates between St. Mary's and St. Barnabas


Sunday 9:00 AM in person (church)

Services, studies, and service bulletins may be accessed on our website: www.stmarysstoneharbor.org
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