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:
Bruce, Linda, Judy, John G., Tim, Robert, Karim, Daniel, Fred, Seana, Pat, Antonia, John, Paula, Hildegard, The Herbert Family, Rick.
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.
ST. THOMAS’ FELLOWSHIP Join us for fellowship, music and bocce at Beneduce Vineyards, Pittstown, NJ, Sunday, June 29th, 1-5 pm. Beneduce needs to organize the space and late sign ups might not be accommodated. $10 + tax per person (ages 3 and up), or just show up. Rain or Shine. See the June 2025 Newsletter for more details.
JULY FELLOWSHIP What could be better on a summer weekday than getting together with friends for cider and food at our local Ironbound Farm on Thursday, July 10th at 6pm. No reservations are required for outdoor seating, so let’s all gather and grab a table that evening. Outside seating has a walk up area for ordering food and drinks. If you want to see their menu, go to their website at www.ironboundhardcider.com This event is dependent on mother nature, so RSVP to Michelle at wagners88@comcast.net by July 9. You can always decide to attend last minute if the weather is looking good! The more the merrier!
AUGUST FELLOWSHIPS
We will be having our Bunco night on Saturday, August 9th at 7pm. As always, bring a white elephant item for the prize table. This is a used or slightly used item that you no longer want. Do not wrap it. Please RSVP to Michelle Wagner or Sandra Mikuta by Friday, August 8th. We also have an optional service collection. This month we will be collecting items for “Birthday Bags” for the Flemington Food Pantry. This helps clients of the Flemington Food Pantry celebrate their child’s birthday. You can help by donating any of the following items on our Bunco night and we will assemble the bags at a later time.
DESIRED DONATIONS INCLUDE:
1. Birthday cake candles.
2. Paper plates and napkins for eight to ten people.
3. One or two other party supplies such as a banner, crepe paper streamers, balloons, table covering, cups, blowing toys or hats.
4. One larger toy. This has varied widely in the past. It’s better if it does not need batteries or internet connection and is not war or gun related. Otherwise just about anything goes! Parents are able to look in the bags and choose the one that is most aligned with their child’s interests. Here are some ideas: board games, dolls, soccer balls, action figures, science kits, art or craft kits, Melissa and Doug items, building blocks, anything Paw Patrol or whatever is
popular, trucks, cars and dinosaurs. For the older children: LEGO or other building sets, board games, craft or science kits, jewelry, sports items, etc.
5. Two or three smaller toys. Examples: jump rope, stick-on tattoos, play dough, card game, puzzle, bouncy ball, stickers, glow sticks, stuffed animal, pencils, etc.
6. Age appropriate book.
Fellowship and Experience the Thrill of Polo!
Tinicum Park Polo 961 River Road Erwinna, PA
Saturday, Aug 23, 2025
12 noon (Polo at 2 pm weather permitting) Theme is Pooches & Polo.
Well behaved dogs on leashes are welcome $20 per vehicle (carpooling can be arranged)
Bring your own beverages and chair and food to share.
RSVP by Aug 22nd to Donna Kapples at dkapples@gmail.com
FAMILY PROMISE Items can be placed in the white hamper at the front entrance near the coat closet:
· Supply Closet needs: Tissues, 13-gallon garbage bags, Q-tips, and over the counter medicine
· Hope Restored/Outreach and Engagement Team: Bottled water, hygiene items such as pads/tampons, toothpaste, floss, and mini lotion bottles.
· The Promise Center is in need of twin blankets, sheets, and household cleaning products (for this request, please email outreach@familypromisehc.org for more specific details on what is needed)
· Let’s not forget Quarters which can be placed in the “Quarter Tube” in the church hall. The quarters will be distributed to their unhoused clients for use at local laundromats.
****CONFIRMATION IN SEPTEMBER A northern regional Confirmation, Reception or Reaffirmation of Vows has been scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 28, at 3 pm at St. Martin’s, Bridgewater. Please speak to Fr. Kyle if you are interested in being confirmed, received or reaffirmed.
12 noon (Polo at 2 pm weather permitting) Theme is Pooches & Polo.
12 noon (Polo at 2 pm weather permitting) Theme is Pooches & Polo.
Well behaved dogs on leashes are welcome $20 per vehicle (carpooling can be arranged)
Bring your own beverages and chair and food to share.
RSVP by Aug 22nd to Donna Kapples at dkapples@gmail.com
FAMILY PROMISE Items can be placed in the white hamper at the front entrance near the coat closet:
· Supply Closet needs: Tissues, 13-gallon garbage bags, Q-tips, and over the counter medicine
· Hope Restored/Outreach and Engagement Team: Bottled water, hygiene items such as pads/tampons, toothpaste, floss, and mini lotion bottles.
· The Promise Center is in need of twin blankets, sheets, and household cleaning products (for this request, please email outreach@familypromisehc.org for more specific details on what is needed)
· Let’s not forget Quarters which can be placed in the “Quarter Tube” in the church hall. The quarters will be distributed to their unhoused clients for use at local laundromats.
****CONFIRMATION IN SEPTEMBER A northern regional Confirmation, Reception or Reaffirmation of Vows has been scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 28, at 3 pm at St. Martin’s, Bridgewater. Please speak to Fr. Kyle if you are interested in being confirmed, received or reaffirmed.