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Annual "Extreme Bocce” Tournament Saturday, Sept 26, 2026, 10:00am – 2:00pmLocation: The home of David & Kirsten Parsells
Get ready for a day of fall fun on Saturday, Sept 26, at St. Mary's Annual "Extreme" Bocce Ball Tournament. Never Played Bocce? No problem! It's an easy and fun lawn game where teams compete by taking turns rolling balls to get as close as possible to a smaller white target ball. Join Us For Lunch! Lunch and refreshments will be provided, so please come and just hang out by the pool even if you are not interested in playing bocce. Spectators and hungry folks are welcome! Co


This Sunday
Sunday, September 27, 2026 The Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost Jesus and John the Baptist (15th century)
Adult & Youth Spiritual Formation
Sunday mornings at 9:00am In the Navajo Room Our fall season is well underway as we have our third class this Sunday titled “What Is Hell? It May Not Be What You Think It is.” This week Fr. Conor will focus on the topic throughout history and literature. October will hold a series on the history of Black churches, in which Philadelphia is so rich, Absalom Jones and Richard Allen, the rise of Black denominations including the African-Meth


Good Works Home Repair Day
St. Mary’s is excited to return for our second Good Works volunteer day of 2026! On Saturday, November 14th, join us in embracing the spirit of service as we help repair homes and restore hope for low-income families in our community. This effort is organized by Good Works, a Christian nonprofit based in Phoenixville, PA. During the day, we will participate in projects that may include painting, general carpentry, cleaning, and more. All skill levels are welcome, and there is


St. Mary's Volunteer Window Painting & Restoration
We are in the final stretch for the Volunteer Window Painting project! Work Summary for Saturday, September 19 - 8:30am - 4pm Feel free to drop in for an hour or two, plenty to do! Safety Meeting Tool & Safety gear distribution (Bring Gloves & Mask for scraping work, we have latex gloves, eye pro. and a few extra masks if you don't have your own) Method Demonstration (scraping, painting, polishing) Tasks Prime & Paint Window 44 Paint PH Windows 39 1 Coat Sherwin William


Fall Outreach Committee Steering Meeting
The Outreach Committee will be holding our fall planning meeting on Monday, October 5th at 6 PM in the Navajo Room. We’ll be preparing for our fall Good Works volunteer day, our Advent and Christmas initiatives, and some new opportunities as well! All are welcome, and we hope to see you there!


Blessing of the Animals
Sunday, October 4 at 2pm On the front lawn In honor of the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi, bring your pets to the front lawn of St. Mary's at 2pm in the afternoon following church services to have them blessed by Fr. Conor Alexander. Dogs, cats, fish, turtles and all pets are welcome, but you must hold any reptiles!


OktoberFest and The Fall Food Festival
OKTOBERFEST DINNER - October 3rd at 6:00pm THE FALL FOOD FESTIVAL - October 17th from 10:00am -2:00pm AUF GEHTS!!! SAVE THE DATE: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3rd at 6:00pm ANNUAL OKTOBERFEST DINNER BYOB/$20.00 per person As we begin our new church year and welcome back old friends from this summer holiday, join us for German cuisine, laughter, and renewing old friendships and/or making new friends! Sign up on the bulletin board or contact Jean Wetzel. -------------------------------


Support Our Little Free Pantry
As we begin the new school year, St. Mary’s is celebrating National Breakfast Month in September by helping to stock our Little Free Pantry with breakfast favorites! A nutritious breakfast can be an important start to the school day, and throughout September, we invite donations of shelf-stable breakfast items, including cereal, oatmeal, breakfast bars, fruit cups, and more. Donations may be dropped off at the church, or you can support the pantry by visiting our Little Free


Monday Morning Bible Study
Online via Zoom at 11:00am The stalwart members of Monday morning Bible study are beginning to read St. Paul's letter to the Ephesians. Please feel welcome and encouraged to join us on Monday, August 17th for thoughtful discussion. Everyone participates, and we proceed at a comfortable pace. No preparation is required. Questions or suggestions? Please contact Erlis Wickersham. See below for Zoom information: 11:00 am. Zoom meeting link HERE Meeting ID: 832 4824 9414 Passco


Christmas in July 2026
Thank you to everyone who donated and participated in our Christmas in July White Gift collection and celebration! Through your incredible generosity, we collected over 30 White Gifts for children at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Chester, PA. These gifts will help bring joy to children during the upcoming Christmas season. Thank you for your generosity and for helping make this important ministry possible!


Confirmation, Reception, Reffirmation
Bishop Gutierrez will be visiting St. Mary’s on December 6, 2026, which makes it an excellent time for Confirmations, Receptions, and Reaffirming your Baptismal Vows. Each requires preparation, and Fr. Conor will begin that process this summer. Please contact him if you are interested in taking advantage of this formation opportunity through Word and Sacrament.


UNITY IN OUR COMMUNITY
School Backpack Drive Saturday, August 22, 2026 Join St. Mary’s as we once again participate in Radnor Township’s 8th Annual Unity In Our Community - Block Party on Saturday, August 22, 2026. To help local students prepare for the upcoming school year, we are collecting new backpacks for children in our community. There are two easy ways to help: •Purchase backpacks through the Bags in Bulk order page at www.bagsinbulk.com. •Make a financial donation, and St. Mary’s will p
WOMEN OF ST. MARY'S
SO MANY APPETIZERS... SO LITTLE TIME! Are you coming to the WOSM appetizer party on Thursday, June 25, following the noon Healing Service??? Men are welcome too. Linda Noll is hosting (390 General Washington Road, Wayne); she will provide the drinks and dessert. Bring a favorite appetizer to share. There's a sign up sheet on the bulletin board outside of the Father Greene Room or call or email Linda at 610-331-7935 or lindanoll390@gmail.com KEEP YOUR CALENDAR OUT!! On Thursd


Good Works Home Repair Day
St. Mary’s was proud to participate in the May 9th Good Works Home Repair Day, in Spring City, PA. We helped homeowners with window replacements, room renovations, and additional repairs. It was a wonderful day of service, fellowship, and we were happy to build new friendships along the way. Thank you to everyone who supported this meaningful ministry!


Special Mother's Day Breakfast!
Join Us for a Special Mother's Day Breakfast! Sunday, May 10th at 8:15am Navajo Room The Merry Men invite you to a special Mother’s Day Breakfast before the 10:00am worship service on May 10th. Please join us in the Navajo Room to enjoy some good food and celebrate the wonderful women who bless our lives. Hope to see you there! If anyone would like to bring something to contribute to the breakfast, please contact Scott Scheidt. Please note: This event replaces our regularly


Rossini Concert Artist Preview: Ronald Naldi
Ronald Naldi is an American lyric tenor who has sung on the stages of the Metropolitan Opera, Lyric Opera of Chicago, Arena di Verona, Salzburger Landestheater, L'Opéra Français, and New Jersey State Opera, under the baton of maestri James Levine, Valery Gergiev, James Conlon, David Robertson, Leonard Slatkin, Joseph Colaneri, Charles Mackerras, Christopher Keene, Alfredo Silipigni, Lukas Foss, Nello Santi, Vincent LaSelva, Thomas Booth, and Eduardo Müller, and alongside sing


Rossini Concert Artist Preview: Dr. Gordon Turk Organist/Director
A critically acclaimed concert organist, Gordon Turk has performed throughout the US, Europe, Russia, Ukraine and Japan. He has performed in churches, cathedrals, universities, and concert halls throughout the US


Prints from Timothy O'Donovan's art show Kaleidoscope have arrived!
If you have not already picked yours up, it is available in the Parish Main Office. If you would like to order a print of any of Timothy's digital catalogue or purchase an original from the show please reach out to Tom Kelleher . They are available for viewing until the show closes on March 22nd.


Around St. Mary's
A couple pictures from our vibrant Christmas Pageant
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