Serious Perspectives on Hard Questions – Lenten Study
Every Christian faces hard questions at times. These questions may cause us to doubt our faith. At the same time they can also be the occasion for deepening it. Six of these hard questions will addressed in this year’s Monday evening Lenten program. Each session will include a video presentation on the selected topic by [...]
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper – Tuesday, 2/21
St. Mary’s Merrie Men will once again host this annual last chance to “carbo load” on Shrove Tuesday, February 21st, the day before Lent begins. Dinner will be from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Father Greene Room. You’ll also enjoy a “make your own waffles with toppings” table. Please join us. If you still have palms [...]
Forward Day by Day Available
The next quarterly edition (February – April) of Forward Day by Day is available in the narthex of the church and in the parish house. The cost is $1.00. Forward Day by Day is an excellent tool to help you read the Bible on a daily basis. If you have never used this resource consider [...]
March Chimes Deadline
Please not that the deadline for submission of articles or announcements for the March Chimes is Wednesday, February 22. Please email your submission to stmaryadmin@comcast.net by that date. THANKS! Recommend on Facebook Share via MySpace Tweet about it Bookmark in Browser Tell a friend
St. Mary’s Anniversary – History Notes
In 2012, St. Mary’s is celebrating 125 years of History! Each month we are featuring some interesting historical facts about our church and parish. Here is how our parish began: • September 12, 1885 – First meeting to discuss “propriety and feasibility” of erecting a church was attended by 53 residents and sojourners. • George [...]
Please Donate Cans of Tuna Fish
Each month from January through May, St. Mary’s collects specific food items for the St. Mary’s, Chester food pantry. For February, we request donations of canned tuna fish. Please place your donations in the St. Mary’s, Chester baskets in the parish house hall. Thanks! Recommend on Facebook Share via MySpace Tweet about it Bookmark in [...]
Noah’s Ark Closes for Mid-Winter Re-Stock
Noah’s Ark has closed for its annual mid-winter cleaning and restocking. However, we are still accepting donations of good-quality clothing and household items, which can be left on the bench in the parish house hall. Noah’s Ark will reopen for spring on Wednesday, March 14, and will remain open Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10-1 [...]
