Comfort and heal all those who suffer in body, mind, and spirit. We pray for the peace of the world, for the welfare of the Holy Church of God, and for the unity of all peoples. We pray for those who have asked for our prayers, especially:
Peggy, Erin, The Hartley Family, Jan, Joe, Linda, Nancy, The Fitzpatrick Family, Michael, Steven, Anne, Nan, The Gaspari Family, Theresa, Alex, “Khorks” Family & Friends, Jane, Judy, Markus, Rachel, Alice Elizabeth, Antonia, Fred, The Herbert Family, Hildegard, John, Pat, Paula.
1)Monetary donations and Shoprite gift cards using the food pantry’s website: https://www.opencupboardfoodpantry.org/how-to-donate/
2)Donate on this page by clicking on the button below and your donation will be forwarded to the Open Cupboard.
WORSHIP Church services through June will be at 10am. The summer services will begin at 9am on July 5th. There are outdoor services planned for the second Sunday of each month; June 14, July 12, August 9, and September 13.
ST. THOMAS’ “Grace in the Garden” SUMMER PICNIC It’s that time again!!! We are excited to have our fellowship picnic following the 10:00 am mass on the grass service, Sunday, June 14th. Weather permitting, of course, and please remember to bring a chair.
SUMMER COFFEE HOUR We have decided to take a break from our traditional coffee hours this summer to enjoy "no cooking" Sunday fellowships. While we will continue to serve coffee and cold beverages, the typical sign-up list on the refrigerator will be on hiatus following our June 14 “Grace in the Garden” SUMMER PICNIC till our St. Thomas’ Fall Picnic. If you feel inclined to bring fruit, donuts, or bagels to share, please feel free to do so. Thank you to everyone who has provided so many wonderful delicacies over the past few months.
WE WILL BE AT FINN FEST Union Township’s 5th Annual Finn Fest on SATURDAY, June 13th 2-6pm (rain date, Sunday, June 14th)! We will once again have a table at Finn Road Park in Union Township. We will offer a fun activity for the children and promote our church as well as the 3rd annual Vigil for Peace and the October Fall festival. We will have a table with church info, fishing game and prizes for the kids. Hope to see you there!!
BINGO FELLOWSHIP EVENT Join us for BEER & BINGO on Wednesday, June 17th, 2026 AT Readington Brewery & Hop Farm 937 US Highway 202 South, Neshanic Station, NJ Bingo starts at 7 pm, but it is first-come, first-served seating, so arrive early! This is a 21+ event, Rain or Shine, Bring your own food with plates/cutlery, etc., Dogs allowed. Please let Donna Kapples know by June 16th if you plan to attend.
FYI: ST. THOMAS PARKING LOT The Vestry approved a request for use of the church parking lot on June 20th as guest parking for a nearby wedding. If you need to use the church parking lot, please use the area closest to the church.
NAMELESS, RULELESS NEEDLERS will meet this Saturday, June 20th, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM here at St. Thomas’. All are welcome! Whether you enjoy needlework or any other type of craft, please join us to work on your current project, find new inspiration, and enjoy creative fellowship.
BUNCO – Saturday, June 20th at 7pm. Bunco night at St. Thomas! Mark your calendars now! Please let Michelle Wagner or Sandra Mikuta know if you plan to attend. As always we ask that you bring a White Elephant item for the prize table. We will be collecting small packets of body wipes and travel size deodorant/antiperspirant. A good place to find these items is at the dollar store. This collection is to benefit His Helping Hands- Paterson and Family Promise homeless outreach. We remind you that the collection is optional and we appreciate any donations.
OUTDOOR CONCERTS AT THE RED MILL – Saturday, June 27th at 6pm -Outdoor Concerts at the Red Mill, Clinton, NJ.
$10 cover charge; All proceeds benefit the Mill
This Old Engine [Grateful Dead cover band] - Saturday June 27th , 2026; Warm up band at 6 pm, headliner at 7 pm
You are welcomed to bring food; beverages can be purchased at the event. Bring your chairs/blankets, and your dancing shoes!
FAMILY PROMISE A new volunteer opportunity for Outreach & Engagement Lunchroom Meals. St. Thomas has volunteered to provide hot lunches at The Day Center for neighbors living unsheltered in our community. If you would like to assist with this effort, please see Linda Ubry, Lynn Logg, or Jenn Fisher for more information.
CRAFTING WITH A PURPOSE We continue to collect plastic bags (newspaper and grocery store produce bags) for our weaved sleeping mats for the homeless. It may take a long while to weave these mats as plastic bags are needed and we ask for your continued help. There is a container in the hall to collect these plastic bags.