Monthly Archives: October 2018

31 Oct

Newsletter, October 31

Events
Date
Time
Event
November 4, Sunday
4pm
Beckerath Organ Recital
November 11, Sunday11:15amCoffee Hour in honor and gratitude for Rev. Jane
November 13, Tuesday7pmDrumming Class with Norma
November 14, Wednesday7:30pm-10pmFinance Committee Meeting
November 18, Sunday11:30am-1pmVestry Meeting
 
 
Serving at the Altar  11/4 & 11/11
November 4
No 8am Service
November 11
No 8am Service
10am Reader:
S. Landers		10am Readers:
B. Churchill
K. Conway
K. Wade
Chalicist: R. RiedelChalicist: J. Soughan
Ushers: T. & K. ConwayUshers: J. & K. Wade
Altar Guild: C. FrancisAltar Guild: N. Sieffert & N. Cole
Coffee Hour: C. FrancisCoffee Hour: The Vestry
Altar Flowers: F. TaberAltar Flowers: The Landers Family
NOTICES
 
 

Please don’t forget to turn your clocks back one hour this weekend!

 

UPCOMING EVENTS
 
St. Stephen’s Church, Millburn, NJ
Sunday, November 4, 2018, 4 pm
Trent Johnson, Organist 
Join us for an exciting program performed by composer and concert organist, Trent Johnson, on the renowned Baroque-style Beckerath tracker organ at historic St. Stephen’s Church in Millburn, NJ.  Mr. Johnson is Organist and Assistant Director of Music at All Souls Unitarian Church in NYC and Music Director and Conductor of the Oratorio Singers of Westfield, NJ. An active recitalist, he performs frequently throughout the Northeast, Europe, and Asia. As a composer, he has written both instrumental and vocal works, and his operaKenyatta premiered at The Performing Arts Center in Newark, NJ in November 2017.  The program will include works by J.S. Bach, George Walker, John Weaver, Max Reger, and Mr. Johnson himself.  No tickets required. A suggested donation of $10 can be made at the door. Children accompanied by an adult are welcomed.  Meet the artist at a reception following the recital. For directions to the church or more information visit www.ststephensmillburn.org
or call 973-376-0688.  
 
 
Sunday November 11, 2018
Coffee hour in honor of Rev. Jane
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November 11th – Vestry sponsoring coffee hour in honor and gratitude of Rev. Jane.   Additional “Baked goods” welcomed!
Drumming Class
Tuesday, November 13 at 7pm
Parents, teachers and friends, Treat yourself to an hour of relaxation!
ADULTS come along and have some fun drumming at: St Stephen’s Episcopal Church Between: 7pm-8pm. RSVP: Norma at: Norma.cook@outlook.com. Or leave a message: 862 485 1573.
Parish Office Hours:
Monday & Wednesday Closed
Tuesday & Thursday 9am-5pm
 Friday 9am-12pm
25 Oct

Newsletter, October 25

Events
Date
Time
Event
November 4, Sunday
4pm
Beckerath Organ Recital
November 11, Sunday11:15amCoffee Hour in honor and gratitude for Rev. Jane
November 14, Wednesday7:30pm-10pmFinance Committee Meeting
November 18, Sunday11:30am-1pmVestry Meeting
 
 
Serving at the Altar 10/28 & 11/4
October 28
No 8am Service
November 4
No 8am Service
10am Readers
J. James
K. Conway
K. Wade		10am Reader
S. Landers
Chalicist: E. MaurerChalicist: R. Riedel
Ushers: L. & O. OwolabiUshers: T. & K. Conway
Altar Guild: N. Sieffert & J. JamesAltar Guild: C. Francis
Coffee Hour: The Landers FamilyCoffee Hour: C. Francis
Altar Flowers: The Landers FamilyAltar Flowers: Open
NOTICES
Sunday November 11, 2018
Coffee hour in honor of Rev. Jane
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November 11th – Vestry sponsoring coffee hour in honor and gratitude of Rev. Jane.   Additional “Baked goods” welcomed!
 
St. Stephen’s Church, Millburn, NJ
Sunday, November 4, 2018, 4 pm
Trent Johnson, Organist
Join us for an exciting program performed by composer and concert organist, Trent Johnson, on the renowned Baroque-style Beckerath tracker organ at historic St. Stephen’s Church in Millburn, NJ.  Mr. Johnson is Organist and Assistant Director of Music at All Souls Unitarian Church in NYC and Music Director and Conductor of the Oratorio Singers of Westfield, NJ. An active recitalist, he performs frequently throughout the Northeast, Europe, and Asia.  As a composer, he has written both instrumental and vocal works, and his opera Kenyatta premiered at The Performing Arts Center in Newark, NJ in November 2017.  The program will include works by J.S. Bach, George Walker, John Weaver, Max Reger, and Mr. Johnson himself.  No tickets required. A suggested donation of $10 can be made at the door. Children accompanied by an adult are welcomed.  Meet the artist at a reception following the recital. For directions to the church or more information visit www.ststephensmillburn.orgor call 973-376-0688.  
Parish Office Hours:
Monday & Wednesday Closed
Tuesday & Thursday 9am-5pm
 Friday 9am-12pm
11 Oct

Newsletter, October 10

Events
Date
Time
Event
October 17, Wednesday7:30pm-10pmFinance Committee Meeting
October 21, Sunday11:30am-1pmVestry Meeting
October 23, Tuesday7pmDrumming Class With Norma
November 4, Sunday4pmBeckerath Organ Recital
 
 
Serving at the Altar 10/14 & 10/21
October 14
No 8am Service
October 21
No 8am Service
10am Readers:
F. Taber
T. Scharff
B. Churchill		10am Readers
S. Landers
J. James
O. Owolabi
Chalicist: J. SoughanChalicist: S. Clarke
Ushers: B. Riedel & M.A. ChechUshers: S. & L. Landers
Altar Guild: J. DornAltar Guild: T. & J. Scharff
Coffee Hour: OpenCoffee Hour: Open
Altar Flowers: A. WalkerAltar Flowers: Open
ANNOUNCEMENT
 
St. Stephen’s Full Time Rector
Dear friends,
After much consideration and thoughtful discernment, the Vestry of St Stephen’s Church is thrilled to share this announcement about our new full time Rector. Our church family has supported each other through a long transition and we are happy to welcome Rev. Paula Toland as our leader and partner as we begin the next chapter in St. Stephen’s history.
Rev. Paula brings a broad range of skills and experience in ministry, liturgy, Christian formation, pastoral care, and administration. She is passionate about inviting people to experience God’s grace because of her deep appreciation for the Gospel. Rev. Paula is committed to inter-generational ministry and inclusiveness; creating a space where all are welcome as part of our community.
We hope that you will join us in welcoming Rev. Paula as she begins her partnership with St. Stephen’s by presiding at the 10am service on November 25th.
Sincerely,
Maryalice Chech
Warden, Programs
Roger Riedel
Warden, Property
UPCOMING EVENTS
Drumming Class
Tuesday, October 23, at 7pm
Parents, teachers and friends, Treat yourself to an hour of relaxation!
ADULTS come along and have some fun drumming at: St Stephen’s Episcopal Church Between: 7pm-8pm. RSVP: Norma at: Norma.cook@outlook.com. Or leave a message: 862 485 1573.
Parish Office Hours:
Monday & Wednesday Closed
Tuesday & Thursday 9am-5pm
 Friday 9am-12pm
04 Oct

Newsletter, October 3

Prayer for Guidance in finding a new Rector (BCP)
Almighty God, giver of every good gift:  Look graciously on your Church, and so guide the minds of those who shall choose a new Rector for this parish, that we may receive a faithful pastor, who will care for your people and equip us for our ministries; through Jesus Christ our Lord.  Amen.
Events
Date
Time
Event
October 6, Saturday9am-3:15pmVestry University
October 7, Sunday10amChurch School Fall Semester begins
October 7, Sunday1pmBlessing Of The Animals
October 17, Wednesday7:30pm-10pmFinance Committee Meeting
October 21, Sunday11:30am-1pmVestry Meeting
October 23, Tuesday7pmDrumming Class With Norma
 
Serving at the Altar 10/7 & 10/14
October 7
No 8am Service
October 14
No 8am Service
10am Readers:
B. Riedel
L. Owolabi
T. Scharff		10am Readers:
F. Taber
T. Scharff
B. Churchill
Chalicist: R. RiedelChalicist: J. Soughan
Ushers: P. Boegershausen & M. HirschfeldUshers: B. Riedel & K. Hanson
Altar Guild: C. FrancisAltar Guild: J. Dorn
Coffee Hour: S. Macbeth, M. Nazareth & B. ChurchillCoffee Hour: Open
Altar Flowers: J. RossiterAltar Flowers: A. Walker
NOTICES & LOCAL NEWS
St. Stephen’s Church School
The Fall semester of Church School will begin this Sunday, October 7th.
Newsworthy
You can read an article about St. Stephen’s Drumming Camp in the diocesan online version of The Voice at https://dioceseofnewark.org/news. On the same page, you can see photos and video of the consecration of Bishop Caryle J. Hughes, 11th Bishop of the Diocese of Newark.
The Community of St. John the Baptist
A small group from St. Stephen’s visited the Community of St. John the Baptist in Mendham, NJ on September 28th.  Our day began with a period of personal reflection followed by Noonday Prayers in the Chapel. Then we took Sr. Barbara Jean to lunch in Chester to show our appreciation for her presence in our lives.

UPCOMING EVENTS
Vestry University
Saturday, October 6, 9 am to 3:15 pm
Vestry University will be held on Saturday, October 6, from 9 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. at St. Elizabeth’s Church in Ridgewood.
It is a day for all wardens, vestry members, treasurers, clergy and other congregational leaders to learn, network and celebrate your ministry. There are 24 different workshops to choose from!
Further information, including how to register, is on our website – https://dioceseofnewark.org/event/vestry-university-2018 . The cost is $20 per person, which includes lunch.
The deadline to register is 5pm on Monday, October 1!
Blessing of the Animals
St. Stephen’s Church,
Sunday, October 7, 2018 at 1PM
All members of the community and their pets are welcome.
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The event will be held on the parish lawn or inside the church if it rains. A brief ceremony to celebrate the joy of having a pet will include the blessing of each individual animal, and each pet will receive a “certificate of blessing” to commemorate the event.

For the safety of the pets, we ask that they come in appropriate carriers and containers or on a secure lead.

We sincerely hope that you and your animal friends will be able to attend.
Drumming Class
Tuesday, October 23, at 7pm
Parents, teachers and friends, Treat yourself to an hour of relaxation!
ADULTS come along and have some fun drumming at: St Stephen’s Episcopal Church Between: 7pm-8pm. RSVP: Norma at: Norma.cook@outlook.com. Or leave a message: 862 485 1573.
Parish Office Hours:
Monday & Wednesday: Closed
Tuesday & Thursday: 9am-5pm
 Friday: 9am-12pm