Sunday is our annual celebration of stewardship at St. Mary’s. I hope you will join us for worship at 9 a.m., followed by a catered meal at 10 a.m. Is this your first Sunday at St. Mary’s? We’ve saved you a seat, please join us for lunch. My sincere thanks to everyone who has prayerfully considered what they are called to give. Your thoughtful support allows us to continue to be a bright light on the corner of highways 18 & 67.
Many thanks to our guest preacher, Father Ryan Robinson-Delaney. Father Ryan was the one to introduce Consecration Sunday to St. Mary’s, and it is such a joy to have us with us today as we celebrate all the good gifts of God in our care.
“St. Mary’s Church invites and welcomes all people to experience the new life promised in the Gospels. We celebrate faith in Jesus Christ through worship, support of one another, and service to others.” This is our mission statement – invitation, welcome, worship, support and service. It’s our commitment for how we will exist in the world, and I believe it’s a vision that we meet. Thank you for calling me as your rector – life with you all continues to be a wonder and joy.
Prayers and Blessings,
Mother Pippa
Upcoming Events:
October 10 – Pet Blessing at 10 a.m.
October 10 – Saturday Eucharist begins at 5 p.m.
October 11 – Pledge Sunday: One Service at 9 a.m.
October 14 – Prayers for a Peaceful Election at 6 p.m. (10/14, 10/21, 10/28)
October 25 – Outreach Meeting at 9 a.m.
October 28 – Homebrewed Faith (Apocalypse) at 7 p.m. at Johnny Pizzas
October 31 – Halloween on Main 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
November 1 – Potluck Coffee Hour
November 1 – Daylight Saving Ends
November 3 – Elections
November 8 – Prayer Shawl Group at 11 a.m.
November 14 – Bingo & Craig’s Best Chili at 4 p.m. Bring a White Elephant gift
November 21 – Homebrewed Faith Retreat from 10-Noon at Emmanuel UCC
November 22 – Christ the King Sunday
November 22 – Emmanuel UCC joining us at 10 a.m.
November 26 – Thanksgiving Service at 9 a.m. in the Chapel
December 5 – Bishop Election Discussion at St. Aiden’s
December 6 – Potluck Coffee Hour
December 6 – Advent Crafts at 11 a.m.
December 6 – Santa Comes to Dousman at 4 p.m.