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Clean Up Day at St. Martin's
We need people to help clean up some areas of the church before the beginning of September. This Saturday, August 19th starting at 10 am, we will be cleaning out the garage and undercroft storage area. Please consider volunteering an hour or so of your time.
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Lahaina
We are all keeping the people in Lahaina in our prayers. If you feel compelled to help financially, please consider sending a donation to Episcopal Relief and Development. You can donate online at www.episcopalrelief.org
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800th Anniversary of the Nativity Creche
St Francis of Assisi created and erected the first nativity scene on December 15, 1223. This year marks the 800th anniversary of this special remembrance of our Lord’s birth. In celebration, we will be filling the nave with nativity scenes from the Second Sunday of Advent until the Sunday after the Epiphany. If you have a small nativity scene that you would be willing to display on one of the window sills, please let Father Rob know. Alternatively, you may wish to create your own nativity scene to display. Small nativity scenes will be displayed in the windows: larger nativity scenes will be displayed on tables along the west wall. Both the Sunday School children and the St Martin’s School children will be creating nativity scenes to display. I hope you all will participate in this special celebration.
During Advent, there will be an Open House so that we can view and appreciate all of the nativity scenes on display. Information will be forthcoming.
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Jean Hixenbaugh
Jean Hixenbaugh, Beth's mother, entered into the nearer presence of God on August 15. Her funeral Mass will be at St. Martin's on Friday August 25 at 2 pm. Please pray for the repose of Jean's soul, and for her family in their time of grief. May she rest in peace and may light perpetual shine upon her.
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Prayer Requests
- Yolanda Digrius asks for prayers for Bozeno Staropoli who has a brain tumor and Helios Matos and his wife, Sonia, and two small children. Helios (40s) suffers from a genetic cardiac condition.
- Barbara Butler's brother, Bob
- Julia Perez, wife of an old co-worker of Randy's, whose cancer is spreading.
- The Wagner Family asks for prayers for Braylee, who died of brain cancer.
- For the repose of the soul of Anne Marie Verdiramo's uncle, Joseph Verdiramo.
- For Father Rob's childhood friend, pray for the repose of Lisa's soul and for comfort for her family, especially her children and mother.
- Marilyn O' Regan has requested prayers for her sister, Carol, in her last weeks.
- Carol Kinkead asks for prayers for Anna D.
- Laura Vernon asks for prayers for Nicole, Dusty McClanahan, and their unborn child.
- Juanita asks for prayers for Jeff Keates
- Cindy Meyer's cousin, Debbie, is undergoing chemotherapy and radiation treatments for breast cancer.
- Marilyn's grandson, Ian
- Yvonne Comeau's aunt, Pat Sailer, has many health issues.
- Olivia, prayer request from Fr. Rob
- Fr. Rob's mother, Evelyn.
- Bonnie Whalen requests prayers for her 28 yr old grandson.
- Linda Virtue
- Chris Semanchik
- Mary Irwin
Please send your prayer intentions to Philip at philip.muniz@gmail.com. Also, if you want a name removed, you can email Philip.
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Outreach
There will be an Outreach Committee meeting following service on August 27th. Anyone interested in outreach should come to this meeting, whether you are an old or new member! If you can’t make the meeting, please contact Anne Marie Verdiramo at 267-231-2574 or amverdiramo@gmail.com.
Also:
The Giving Network (Unitarian Universalist Church of Somerset Hills) will be partnering with Good Shepherd Lutheran Church on an event on September 15 and 16 to offer household items (dishes, pots and pans, linens, small appliances) free to those in need in the community. We are looking for donations from community service and faith-based organizations in the area to make this event a success! Please leave at St. Martin’s by Sunday, 27 August. Any questions, please contact Kathy Shanklin.
Giving Network Donation Wishlist
Household and Small Appliances
- Blender
- Coffeemaker
- Dishes
- Glasses/Mugs
- Iron
- Ironing board
- Lamp
- Microwave
- Pots & pans & kitchen items
- Radio
- Silverware
- Toaster
- Vacuum
- Box Fans
Linens
- Blankets (twin/single, full/double, queen, king)
- Sheets (twin/single, full/double, queen, king)
- Pillows (bed & sofa)
- Tablecloths & Curtains
- Towels & washcloths (bath & kitchen)
Baby Items
- Car Seat
- High chair
- Stroller
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St. Martin's School Job Openings
St. Martin's School is accepting applications for a new Head of School. The position will begin on January 2, 2024. Applicants must be Montessori certified, or be willing to be certified, with at least 5 years experience in the classroom. If you would like to apply or know someone who might be a good fit for us, please see Father Rob for more information.
St Martin's School is also accepting applications for a Permanent Substitute who possibly would work daily as a floater. This position does not require Montessori Certification. If you are interested in applying or wish to receive more information on hours, salary, and benefits, please see Lisa Garb.
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