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Welcome to St. Mary's!
We are a vibrant Episcopal church, located on the barrier island of Stone Harbor. Our congregation includes 180 households from the Seven Mile Beach and offshore communities. We are active throughout the year with a variety of church functions, substantial outreach projects, a choir, and an energetic youth program.
And we are growing, beyond our island home into Cape May County...
- through Partners in Ministry, an exciting initiative with St. Barnabas by the Bay Mission, Villas,
- the realization of a thrift shop in Rio Grande and its expansion with a furniture annex, and
- the establishment of a partnership center, The Branches, a common space for St. Mary's and St. Barnabas to do ministry in Cape May County effectively. These ventures are moving us forward in hope, growing the ministry of the Episcopal Church in Cape May County.
We invite you to join us as we strive to accomplish God's work and to discover his presence among us. We welcome you to St. Mary's website, and hope that you will join us at St. Mary's in worship!
The Rev. John W. Sosnowski, Rector
The Rev. Debra K. Bullock, Assistant to the Rector and Vicar of St. Barnabas
The Rev. Ronald Lockhart, Assisting Clergy
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 Don't miss the ECW Sidewalk Sale this Saturday, August 23rd from 9 AM to 2 PM! Baked goods, fine things, white elephants, surf board raffle, jewelry, linens, crafts, a Painting raffle, CD's, books, Wetlands Gift Basket raffle, toys, DVD's, Clothesline Art Sale, hot dogs & pretzels, and the always delicious Luncheon on the Lawn from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm will be featured. Our prices are great and it's lots of fun! Bargains & treasures abound! All proceeds benefit ECW Outreach programs.
Like to get involved? Donations & volunteers are welcome! Sign up sheets are in the parish hall, contact Nancy Runzer or the church office, or stop on by. This week we will be pricing and setting up every day from 9 am to 12 noon in the parish hall in preparation for the Sale.
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A group of community members forming a coalition around affordable housing issues in the County met at The Branches on Thursday, July 24th. If you are interested in being a part of this intitiative, or would like more information, please contact Fr. John at the church office.
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The Branches
Looking for a place to gather and meet new friends?
...a chance to just relax, enjoy life and have conversation
...a place to learn new things and ask questions
...an opportunity to pay attention to God stirring in our hearts
...above all, a place where all are welcome,
then come to The Branches!
Click on the tree to see what The Branches is all about. To access our calendar of programs and events at The Branches, click here.
For Directions to The Branches at 1304 Route 47, Rio Grande, NJ 08242, click here.
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A support group for people who are in recovery from an addiction who would like additional support beyond the 12 step program, and a support group with psycho-educational emphasis for family members of people with addictions will meet at The Branches beginning Thursday, August 7th at 7:30 pm. These two groups will run concurrently on Thursday evenings for six weeks and will be facilitated by Fr. Ron and Sandra Lockhart. If you or someone you know can benefit from one of these groups, you or they would be welcome to attend. For more information, contact the church office.
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Car Decals are now available. Pick one up on Sunday. They're in the parish hall.
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Beginning in September, Pastor Debra will offer a 6-week class looking at a variety of spiritual practices that can enhance our development as Christians. Class dates & times will be determined by those who express an interest. Interested? Contact Pastor Debra.
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