June 9, 2021 Corrected Weekly Newsletter

June 9, 2021

Highlights

6/5 - 6/14 - Rev. Paula away

6/13 - 10 AM - Sunday Worship,

The Rev. Deacon Karen Eberhardt presiding

6/6 - 12 PM - Coffee Hour

6/13 - 3 PM Daniel P. Hegg Senior Lifetime Achievement Awards

6/19 - Christine's Kitchen

Looking ahead

We will be regathering for in-person church on June 20th!

We will continue to follow the CDC guidelines as noted at that time. As Bishop Hughes stated, "What a relief and great joy to reach a turning point that brings long-awaited change. The dramatic lowering of infection rates and the resultant return to in-person gatherings in many places has given us new hope and much-needed respite from a turbulent time."

Watch for details in next week's E-news

Connection & Common Worship

WORSHIP, Sundays, 10 AM

Live-streamed to YouTube, Facebook, and via Zoom. Bulletins are available on the St. Stephen's website. All links can be found at the bottom of the newsletter. NEW Zoom passcode is SSM119.

To call in, dial by your location:

+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)

Meeting ID: 864 1664 1640

Passcode: SSM119

The Sunday service will also be broadcast on HTTV (Comcast TV 36 and Verizon TV 33) on Tuesday at 6 AM and 3 PM.

COFFEE HOUR

Sundays at 12 PM via Zoom

Link is at the bottom of this newsletter.

To call in, dial by your location:

+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)

Meeting ID: 895 5857 6382

REV. PAULA AWAY

Rev. Paula will be away from June 5th through June 14th. If you need any assistance, please call:

Maryalice Chech , 973-951-7154

Roger Riedel, 908-403-6535

Barbara Riedel, 201-906-2712

From Bishop Hughes & The Episcopal Church

Bishop Hughes Vlog:We have learned so much and God will continue to guide us.

As we navigate through the Pandemic, it will take time. God will be with us through this journey forward. Bishop Hughes asks us important questions for our family life, health and spiritual life. Please read this timely article here.

The VOICE Online Link Week of 6/9

Upcoming Diocesan Events Link

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DAVID P. HEGG II AWARD

Rev. Paula and the Vestry would like to announce that Roger and Barbara Riedel, who have served diligently and faithfully over the years, to receive the David P. Hegg II Lifetime Achechment Award for their contributions to our parish and the Diocese.

Please join us at the 24th Annual Evensong and award ceremony (virtually) on Sunday, June 13, 2021 at 3:00 p.m., The Rt. Rev. Carlye J. Hughes, Preacher. This years' service will be held 'online' and broadcast on the Diocesan You Tube channel - youtube.com/c/dionewarark

TAKE THIS BREAD

This summer, the Engaging Team of Diocesan Council invites you to join us in reading Take This Bread: A Radical Conversion by Sara Miles. This book is a beautifully written story of meeting God in the midst of an ordinary, non-religious life and embracing that grace in ways that are truly transformative.

Read the book and then join us for one or more Zoom discussions to talk about it. Choose one of the seven (7) dates in June or July. For more information and to register, click here.

Faithful Outreach

FAMILY PROMISE

FPE focuses on three service areas to assist families experiencing or at risk of homelessness: emergency shelter, prevention & stabilization, youth & family programming.

The Family Promise April Newsletter, can be found here.

SAVE THE DATES!

CHRISTINE'S KITCHEN

June 19 & August 7

St. Stephen's has confirmed these dates to provide 150 lunches-to-go for Christine's Kitchen. Details and any updates will be forthcoming as we get closer. In the meantime please mark your calendar to save the dates. Thank you!

APOSTLES' HOUSE & NORTH PORCH

Collection bins are located outside the Narthex doors in the parking lot. Donations can be dropped off at any time.

Apostles' House needs: canned goods and non-perishable food items.

North Porch is in URGENT need of Enfamil Infant Formula 12.5 oz containers (yellow label), baby wipes, and diapers size 4, 5, and 6.

Online Donations - If you are unable to drop off items at the church, and would like to contribute, you can make purchases and/or donations directly to these organizations at the following links:

North Porch Donation Link

The Apostles' House Donation Link

Cross Roads Camp & Retreat Center

CROSS ROADS SUMMER CAMP

Registration is now open!

Children encounter God in nature, in worship, and in relationships during youth camp. Cross Roads certified staff members provide a safe and loving space for each camper.

Click here for the summer schedule, all the details, and to register.

Teen and Youth Ministries

POP UP YOUTH MINISTRY

Pop Up is a welcoming ministry of the Diocese of Newark bringing together youth for fun activities, community, and faith formation. All youth grades 6-12 are encouraged to join the monthly events. Follow YM on Instagram and Facebook at @popupym.

Resources During Covid

There are many, many resources available to parishes and individuals to help sustain our faith practices during this unprecedented time. We have moved the list to our website here. This is by no means a complete list, though it does cover many areas of need.

Ride United Transportation Access

Free or Discounted rates to Vaccination Sights where Lyft services are available. This service is available for everyone. Bring wheelchairs, walkers and Personal Aides.

Call 2-1-1 and schedule your ride.

St. Stephen's Prayer List

Please keep the following St. Stephen's family members and friends in your prayers...

Ian Janeczko, Peggy Thompson, Felder Dorn, Donna Riggi, Blanchard Family, McManus Family, Bernard & Nathan, Fitzgerald Family, Lucille B., Jack Moreno, Jim Freeman, The May Family, Mary Jo Zarance, Ron Best, Kelly Olson, Joseph G.

Sunday Lectionary

June 13, 2021

Third Sunday after Pentecost

2 Corinthians 5:6-10, 11-13,

14-17

Psalm 20

Mark 4:26-34

Giving with Tithe.ly

TITHE.LY

Giving with Tithe.ly is easy with options for recurring donations or one-time use for when you are away or not able to be in church (like all of us now due to COVID restrictions).

You can access Tithe.ly via their website or their app on your smart phone. Be sure to search for the correct account - "St. Stephen's Church Millburn." Once you have accessed the account page with our address, you will be instructed to follow the prompts.

Office Notes

Due to COVID restrictions, only teachers and staff are allowed to be in the building during school hours. If you need to visit the parish office/building for any reason, please contact us for an appointment. Thank you.