St. Gabriel's makes a charitable commitment to Nativity Preparatory School in New Bedford on October 7th
On October 7th, at 8 & 10 a.m. services, we will hear from faculty, families, and volunteers at St. Gabriel's who serve with Nativity Prep. We want to inform you all of this good organization, and to encourage you to consider a helping role with them. A parishioner has made a $2,000 matching grant to get us started. Each first-time supporter for Nativity Prep who makes a contribution of $100 or more will have his/her gift matched, up to the $2,000 total figure. I'm in, and I hope many of you will join me in this gesture of support! Even if you can't qualify for the matching grant, let's all do what we can to make life better for these fine 5th - 8th grade local boys, their families, and the adults who lead them in this educational journey!
FAMILY CONNECTIONS AT ST. GABRIEL’S
FAMILY SUPPER & PUMPKIN FEST!
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2018
6:00PM – 7:30PM
FAMILY SUPPER & PUMPKIN FEST!
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2018
6:00PM – 7:30PM
Bring your own pumpkin.
Carving, Stickers, Painting supplies provided.
Families may wear costumes and have their pictures taken.
Please sign up on Sunday at church or RSVP by calling/emailing the church office by October 17th.
508-748-1507 stgabrielsmarion@gmail.com
ALL WELCOME!
Carving, Stickers, Painting supplies provided.
Families may wear costumes and have their pictures taken.
Please sign up on Sunday at church or RSVP by calling/emailing the church office by October 17th.
508-748-1507 stgabrielsmarion@gmail.com
ALL WELCOME!
This Sunday School year, our children are receiving a special gift. It is a Spend, Save, Share box that they will put together with their families. During classes, we will emphasize especially the importance of sharing. Our particular focus will be on how our children’s giving enables God’s work in the world.
Why do we Give? To demonstrate the loving and giving nature of God. Through Bible stories, lessons, and an outreach field trip or two the children will continue to learn about Jesus, the greatest giver, who changes us and our world!
What do we give? No matter how much treasure, talent or time we give, we offer it gladly, and God’s power multiplies the gift for his work. Often, our families think that the adults’ donations suffice to cover all of God’s concerns. We know from our own offerings as children that we experience God’s blessing when our own hands are extended and opened to make our own gifts! We train young hearts in honesty, in courtesy, in every other virtue. We are right to train our youngest children in the virtues of generosity and sharing. Remember the child’s role in the feeding of the five thousand story? The child brought five loaves and two fish. In spite of the small amount, the boy was willing to give it to Jesus. Jesus did great things with that offering!
How do we give? God invites us to give what we can, as often as we can, with happy hearts. God loves cheerful givers! We start by the spiritual discipline of setting apart a portion of our income—alongside our saving and spending money—to share with God’s worship and work in our world. At a later date, the children will bring the monies from the Share part of their box into church. All Sharing money will be used for a special outreach ministry that each Sunday School class will choose.
Parents: we rely on your diligent leadership in this good work! Please help the children assemble their boxes. Put the box in a prominent place in your home, and talk with the kids about the opportunities they will have to manage their Spending, Saving, and Sharing. Let them know how you make your Sharing commitments. Please keep this a cheerful ongoing conversation, and don’t let it become a source of conflict! We want to join with you as we unleash their compassion and generosity, their giving and sharing to bless our world.
Grandparents and parish mentors: if you would like to purchase a Spend, Save, Share box for your grandchildren, or for other children, please come to the Parish Hall after church. Our cost was $3.75, however any donation to help cover the cost is welcome.
Why do we Give? To demonstrate the loving and giving nature of God. Through Bible stories, lessons, and an outreach field trip or two the children will continue to learn about Jesus, the greatest giver, who changes us and our world!
What do we give? No matter how much treasure, talent or time we give, we offer it gladly, and God’s power multiplies the gift for his work. Often, our families think that the adults’ donations suffice to cover all of God’s concerns. We know from our own offerings as children that we experience God’s blessing when our own hands are extended and opened to make our own gifts! We train young hearts in honesty, in courtesy, in every other virtue. We are right to train our youngest children in the virtues of generosity and sharing. Remember the child’s role in the feeding of the five thousand story? The child brought five loaves and two fish. In spite of the small amount, the boy was willing to give it to Jesus. Jesus did great things with that offering!
How do we give? God invites us to give what we can, as often as we can, with happy hearts. God loves cheerful givers! We start by the spiritual discipline of setting apart a portion of our income—alongside our saving and spending money—to share with God’s worship and work in our world. At a later date, the children will bring the monies from the Share part of their box into church. All Sharing money will be used for a special outreach ministry that each Sunday School class will choose.
Parents: we rely on your diligent leadership in this good work! Please help the children assemble their boxes. Put the box in a prominent place in your home, and talk with the kids about the opportunities they will have to manage their Spending, Saving, and Sharing. Let them know how you make your Sharing commitments. Please keep this a cheerful ongoing conversation, and don’t let it become a source of conflict! We want to join with you as we unleash their compassion and generosity, their giving and sharing to bless our world.
Grandparents and parish mentors: if you would like to purchase a Spend, Save, Share box for your grandchildren, or for other children, please come to the Parish Hall after church. Our cost was $3.75, however any donation to help cover the cost is welcome.
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We would be happy to know about any items you would like to donate. Furniture, housewares, rugs and antiques are especially desirable - but please, no clothing or electronics! We will also be holding a food/bake sale with soups, casseroles, bread, cookies and other baked goodies. Sponsored by the adult Choir, the sale helps to fund the special music at the festive services of the year, such as Christmas, Palm Sunday and Easter, as well as providing a tithe to outreach organizations. We're grateful for your donations, which are tax-deductible - so it's a win-win! Any help to organize and tag the sale items would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Leslie Piper with any questions at lesliepiper@msn.com.
Thanks for helping us to make a joyful noise to the Lord!
Thanks for helping us to make a joyful noise to the Lord!
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The Rev. Geoffrey Piper- Rector The Rev. Catherine Harper - Deacon Leslie Piper - Choir Director & Organist Janet Bullock - Administrative Assistant Terry Saulnier - Bookkeeper Amos Perry - Sexton Church office hours are Monday-Friday 9:00 am - 2:30 pm Our Weekly Schedule Sunday Rite I 8:00 in the Chapel Rite II 10:00 in the Main Church During the school year we have Sunday School for grades Pre-K through grades 6 at our later service. Youth group meets monthly, please call the church office for more information. Nursery is available at our 10:00 service. Wednesday Morning Prayer with Communion in the Chapel at 7:30 followed by a Bible Study at 8:00 and a Women's Bible Study at 11:00 in the Library St. Gabriel's Episcopal church is located in Marion, Massachusetts on the corner of Front and South street at 124 Front Street. Parking is available on South Street as well as in the lot located on the right between South and Main Streets. |
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