We have great photos of recent events for you to see
Our Vacation Bible School
Our Concert, Fall 2011
Our Bishop's visit
Jockey Hollow Swim Party
Tricky Tray
Mass on the Grass, the Blessing of the animals
Halloween Party
The Christmas Eve Christmas Pageant
Holy Week and Easter Sunday
Confirmation May 2011
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Our Thrift Shop "St. Elsie's Closet" is open Thursdays: 1 - 5 PM, Fridays: & Saturdays: 10 AM - 2 PM
We offer clothing and accessories for women, men, young adults, children, and infants. Plus and petite sizes as well. We also offer a small house wares section.. To donate, call the office at 908-879-7208 or email us. Donations are also accepted during hours of operation. We accept gentle used seasonal clothing and accessories only.
It is located in the lower level of the building, at the back.
Park either in front of the lower building or in the parking lot on the upper level (when the snow has gone)
Follow the signs.
We are handicap accessible, there are no stairs to climb to reach the Thrift Shop.
Diane says, "Please visit our Thrift Shop this week! Great bargains!
To see more details and confirm this invitation, follow the link below:
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Book 'N Movie Night next meets on Tuesday January 3
The monthly gathering of Book 'N Movie Night will meet again on the first Tuesday in February at 6:45 p.m.
Swim party & grill - look back at the summer
Our annual swim party and grill was in July at the Girl Scout camp site in Mendham Township. The pool was wonderful and safe for kids, life guards were on duty. The pavilion was comfortable; it even had fans. The food was delicious and all who wished made their own s'mores for dessert. It will be held again next year.
Vacation Bible School - another look back at the summer
August 8 - 12 from 9am - 12 noon we offered another fun filled and spiritually uplifting week of interactive Bible stories, songs, games and activities for kids aged 4-10. The kids were grouped according to age and the activities were all age appropriate. Parents could stay for as long or short a time as they wished. It was free but we encouraged donations for the Chester food pantry.
Bible Study
The day group meets on Tuesdays from 1:00 - 2:00 PM in the lower hall.
The evening session meets during the program year on Mondays at 7:30 PM in the conference room following 7:00 PM Evening Prayer in the church. The readings for each week are in the weekly bulletin. We are currently studying the Gospel of Luke
Contact the rector, who leads the groups, for more information about them.
Lunch Book Group
It meets Tuesdays at Messiah on the lower level, at 12 noon
Our current book is Spiritual Classics. Each week's reading and destination is listed in the Sunday announcements. We
will be bringing our own lunches so pack or tote your meal; coffee and/or water will be served while we discuss.
Knitting group
It meets on Wednesday evenings beginning at 6 PM. It is for beginners who wish to learn as well as for more experienced knitters who want to help teach or just come and knit with others, sharing patterns and conversation.
After just one week you will be in the process of knitting a scarf. We meet on the lower level, yarn and needles are provided or you can bring your own. Questions - contact Margaret at the office 908 879 5736.
Contemplative/Centering Prayer
It meets every Tuesday at 8am in the church. You are welcome to join our group for 30 minutes of quiet prayer. Other times are possible too, contact the rector if you are interested
Homeless Solutions
Our next dates are Thursday March 1st and Saturday March 17th. We invite anyone who wishes to help, to sign up in the parish hall. We serve on two dates each odd numbered month
Annual Mission trip : We went to The Seamen’s Institute, Port Newark
We were working with the staff at the Seamen’s Church Institute at Port Newark We are now much more aware of the needs of the mariners and encourage everyone to help support them by knitting scarves and hats. Contact us for knitting instructions.
The annual Festival of Trees; the fund raiser for the SRC in 2011 was held December 3-10. The team of volunteers welcomes anyone who is interested in helping plan FOT 2012; contact the SRC Program Director (SRC link on the Home Page.)
The theme for 2012 is "A Time to Remember"
