Sunday, August 2 after the 10:00am Service Navajo Room The Merry Men are shifting from breakfast to coffee hour! Join us after worship on Sunday, Aug 2nd, for light fare and fellowship in the Navajo Room, which is located in the Parish Hall, across from the church. This new monthly coffee hour replaces the first Sunday breakfasts. Come enjoy good food and great company with your St. Mary’s friends!

Holy Gospel Matthew 13:31-33,44-52 Jesus put before the crowds another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed that someone took and sowed in his field; it is the smallest of all the seeds, but when it has grown it is the greatest of shrubs and becomes a tree, so that the birds of the air come and make nests in its branches.” He told them another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like yeast that a woman took and mixed in with three measures of flour until all

Loaves and the Fishes Icon by Anna Poloz Holy Gospel Matthew 14:13-21 Jesus withdrew in a boat to a deserted place by himself. But when the crowds heard it, they followed him on foot from the towns. When he went ashore, he saw a great crowd; and he had compassion for them and cured their sick. When it was evening, the disciples came to him and said, “This is a deserted place, and the hour is now late; send the crowds away so that they may go into the villages and buy food f

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.

Adult And Youth Spirituality Sunday Mornings at 9:00am In the Navajo Room The Holy Spirit? We hope you can be with us this week when Erlis Wickersham will be leading our discussion about Unexpected Appearances of the Holy Spirit, both in the Bible and your own personal experiences of the Holy Spirit. Please come with your questions and somewhat mysterious experiences you may have had in your life that you’d like to ask about or

St. Mary’s Summer Church Picnics Save the Dates for Fellowship & Fun 2026 Picnic Schedule Wednesdays 6:00pm Indoors @ the Parish House August 5 - Hosted by Altar Guild August 19 - Hosted by Outreach Hot dogs, burgers and chicken, iced tea and lemonade will be provided. Those attending are asked to bring a side dish (salad, dessert, fruit, BYOB). Each picnic will have a designated church group to help with set-up, clean-up and a fun fellowship activity.

This summer St. Mary's has targeted 10 windows on the Church and 12 on the Parish House whose exterior wood frames need to be prepped and painted by volunteers. Many windows also need to be cleaned and protective plexi-glass restored and polished. Workdays will be on select Saturday mornings from 8:30am-1pm and Wednesdays from 1pm-5pm (followed by a church picnic!). There are tasks for all skill levels, from providing refreshments and moral support, simple cleaning and buffin

There is no book club in August. September's book will be The Invention of Charlotte Brontë: A New Life (2025). Then on October 14th, we will read Charlotte Brontë's engrossing novel, Vilette (1853). Everyone is cordially invited to join this group for delicious refreshments and interesting discussion. If you have questions please contact Erlis Wickersham

Summer Lunch Box Drive – Continuing Through July! Our Summer Lunch Box Drive continues throughout July as children remain home from school and many local families continue to rely on our Little Free Pantry for extra support.We invite you to help by donating kid-friendly pantry items and easy-to-prepare lunch foods. Donations of canned pasta, peanut butter and jelly, granola bars, fruit cups, soups, macaroni and cheese, and other shelf-stable meal and snack items are always ap

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

Online via Zoom at 11:00am This week the Bible study class is embarking on a close reading of 2 Chronicles. This is an ideal time to join for summer interest, lively discussion and fellowship. There is no homework. Everyone is welcome at any point. Questions and suggestions? Contact Erlis Wickersham See below for Zoom information: 11:00 am. Zoom meeting link HERE Meeting ID: 832 4824 9414 Passcode: 938591 One tap mobile +16465588656,,94462568155# US (New York) +13017158592,,

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

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!

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A couple pictures from our vibrant Christmas Pageant

Share what you can, take what you need! Olive oil, soups, pasta, storage/sandwich bags, and soap have been requested by visitors to the pantry. St. Mary’s Little Free Pantry is dedicated to combating hunger and nurturing our community. Anyone can support this effort by donating nonperishable items like oatmeal, cereal, cake mix, pancake mix, fruit bars, granola bars, canned fruit, and peanut butter. You can place donations directly into the pantry (on the corner of Lancaste

Members of St. Mary’s joined Good Works this past Saturday to help repair and renew a home in Phoenixville, PA. Together, we painted, installed insulation, and completed finishing touches that helped prepare the house for its new chapter. We were also honored to take part in a dedication and blessing celebrating the completion of the home’s repairs—a joyful moment for both volunteers and homeowners alike. Thank you to all who helped with our Fall