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16 Aug

Newsletter, August 15

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
August 15, Wednesday
 7:30pm-10pm
Finance Committee Meeting
August 19, Sunday
 11:30am-1pm
Vestry Meeting
August 20 – 24, Monday – Friday
 3:30pm-7:30pm
Drumming Camp
September 8, Saturday
 5pm
James D. Hicks Organ Concert
Fundraiser for the New Jersey Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
September 11, Tuesday
 7pm
Drumming Class with Norma
 
 
 
 
 
Serving at the Altar 8/19 & 8/26
August 19
No 8am Service
August 26
No 8am Service
10am Reader: K. Wade 10am Reader: K. Hanson
Chalicist: R. Riedel Chalicist: J. Scharff
Ushers: L. & O. Owolabi Ushers: R. & B. Riedel
Altar Guild: J. James & N. Sieffert Altar Guild: A. Cole
Coffee Hour: N. Sieffert Coffee Hour: Open
Altar Flowers: Open Altar Flowers: Open
NOTICES
Babysitting Service
Please Note:  There will be no babysitting on Sunday, August 26.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Drumming Camp
August 20 – 24, 2018 kids_learning.jpg
Once again St. Stephen’s Church will host a week-long summer drumming camp for children in the PATCH program (these are children with incarcerated parents.)  The camp will take place from August 20 to 24, from 3:30pm – 7:30pm.  The camp is staffed by volunteers who help to coordinate snacks and dinner, arts and crafts, sports and games, and we leave the drumming instructions to a pro, Yah’ Ya Kamate who has worked with us for many years, and Kim Williams who you know well!  If you are interested in volunteering at the camp please contact Susan Dinan at susandinan@yahoo.com If you want to hear a lovely concert from some very enthusiastic drummers please join us on Friday evening, August 24, 2018.  Thank you!
 kettle_drum.jpg
James D. Hicks Organ Concert
September 8, 2018 at 5pm

NJ-based organist James D. Hicks presents Nordic Journey, a recital of organ music from Scandinavia at St. Stephens Episcopal Church, located at 119 Main Street, Millburn, NJ, on Saturday, September 8 at 5:00 p.m.  Not only is this a musical event, but a fundraiser for the New Jersey Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.  James is in the midst of a multi-year fundraising endeavor for NJCFF, one that will culminate in a scheduled 2020 hike of the St. Olav’s trail, a medieval route located in Sweden and Norway.
James’ program for September 8 features the magnificent sounds of the church’s von Beckerath organ, and consists of music that he will record later in the autumn at the Halgrímskirkja, Reykjavík, Iceland. Hicks has commissioned several of the works on this concert of Scandinavian music, and the program will be a unique view into a musical tradition that encompasses many style: blues, jazz, classical and historic.
The audience is invited to contribute to this fundraiser by visiting HIcks’ website at www.hicksnordichike.com where one can make a secure and tax deductible contribution.  Checks and cash donations are also welcome at the performance with all proceeds going to the NJ Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
More information about James D. Hicks may be found at www.jamesdhicks.com.
Drumming Class
Tuesday, September 11, 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 Summer Hours:
Tuesday & Thursday 9am-5pm
Monday, Wednesday & Friday Closed
02 Aug

Newsletter, August 1

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
August 15, Wednesday
 7:30pm-10pm
Finance Committee Meeting
August 19, Sunday
 11:30am-1pm
Vestry Meeting
August 20 – 24, Monday – Friday
 3:30pm-7:30pm
Drumming Camp
September 8, Saturday
 5pm
James D. Hicks Organ Concert
 
 
Serving at the Altar  8/5 & 8/12
August 5, 2018
No 8am Service
August 12
No 8am Service
10am Reader: F. Taber 10am Reader: S. Landers
Chalicist: J. Scharff Chalicist: J. Soughan
Ushers: H. Rooney Ushers: S. & L Landers
Altar Guild: C. Francis Altar Guild: J. & T. Scharff
Coffee Hour: Open Coffee Hour: Open
Altar Flowers: Open Altar Flowers: Open
NOTICES
Another IHN Interruption
Unable to find a host congregation next week, IHN will be housing families in an East Orange hotel.  A small kitchen allows them to prepare supper. Donations of or toward Shoprite cards are welcome.
 IHN c/o Central Presbyterian Church   46 Park St. Montclair, NJ 07042 
Questions:   Angie Benedict
Interfaith Hospitality Network
Volunteer Manager
973-746-1400
 
Babysitting Service
Please Note:  There will be no babysitting on Sunday, August 26.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Drumming Camp
August 20 – 24, 2018 kids_learning.jpg
Once again St. Stephen’s Church will host a week-long summer drumming camp for children in the PATCH program (these are children with incarcerated parents.)  The camp will take place from August 20 to 24, from 3:30pm – 7:30pm.  The camp is staffed by volunteers who help to coordinate snacks and dinner, arts and crafts, sports and games, and we leave the drumming instructions to a pro, Yah’ Ya Kamate who has worked with us for many years, and Kim Williams who you know well!  If you are interested in volunteering at the camp please contact Susan Dinan at susandinan@yahoo.com If you want to hear a lovely concert from some very enthusiastic drummers please join us on Friday evening, August 24, 2018.  Thank you!
 kettle_drum.jpg
SAVE THE DATE!
James D. Hicks Organ Recital
September 8, 2018 at 5pm

NJ-based organist James D. Hicks presents Nordic Journey, a recital of organ music from Scandinavia at St. Stephens Episcopal Church, located at 119 Main Street, Millburn, NJ, on Saturday, September 8 at 5:00 p.m.  Not only is this a musical event, but a fundraiser for the New Jersey Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.  James is in the midst of a multi-year fundraising endeavor for NJCFF, one that will culminate in a scheduled 2020 hike of the St. Olav’s trail, a medieval route located in Sweden and Norway.
James’ program for September 8 features the magnificent sounds of the church’s von Beckerath organ, and consists of music that he will record later in the autumn at the Halgrímskirkja, Reykjavík, Iceland. Hicks has commissioned several of the works on this concert of Scandinavian music, and the program will be a unique view into a musical tradition that encompasses many style: blues, jazz, classical and historic.
The audience is invited to contribute to this fundraiser by visiting HIcks’ website at www.hicksnordichike.com where one can make a secure and tax deductible contribution.  Checks and cash donations are also welcome at the performance with all proceeds going to the NJ Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
More information about James D. Hicks may be found at www.jamesdhicks.com.
 
 
Parish Office Summer Hours:
Tuesday & Thursday 9am-5pm
Monday, Wednesday & Friday Closed
25 Jul

Newsletter, July 25

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
July 29, Sunday
 11:15am
Baby Shower at Coffee Hour
for North Porch
August 15, Wednesday
 7:30pm-10pm
Finance Committee Meeting
August 19, Sunday
 11:30am-1pm
Vestry Meeting
August 20 – 24, Monday – Friday
 3:30pm-7:30pm
Drumming Camp
September 8, Saturday
 5pm
James D. Hicks Organ Concert
 
 
Serving at the Altar  7/29 & 8/5
July 29, 2018
No 8am Service
August 5, 2018
No 8am Service
10am Reader: P. Wick 10am Reader: F. Taber
Chalicist: J. Soughan Chalicist: J. Scharff
Ushers: H. Rooney & E. Maurer Ushers: H. Rooney
Altar Guild: N. Sieffert Altar Guild: C. Francis
Coffee Hour: T. Scharff  / baby shower for North Porch Coffee Hour: Open
Altar Flowers: Open Altar Flowers: Open
NOTICES
Babysitting Service
Please Note:  There will be no babysitting on Sunday, August 26.
UPCOMING EVENTS
North Porch Christmas In July
St. Stephen’s annual Christmas in July collection to benefit North Porch Center for Women and Infants began on Sunday July 1.  It will conclude on Sunday, July 29 with a Baby Shower at Coffee Hour.  Throughout the month containers will be available in the Narthex for donations.
Emergency needs are as follows: diapers – sizes 4, 5, 6 and Pull-Ups of all sizes, formula: Enfamil 12.5 powdered; regular and soy variety, jars of baby food: fruit and vegetables and First Foods, toiletries: shampoo,  diaper rash cream, baby wash, and wipes.
New or gently used baby clothes can be included but the emergency needs are crucial low income Moms whose resources are low at the end of the month.
You can also donate by giving a check made out to North Porch.
Drumming Camp
August 20 – 24, 2018 kids_learning.jpg
Once again St. Stephen’s Church will host a week-long summer drumming camp for children in the PATCH program (these are children with incarcerated parents.)  The camp will take place from August 20 to 24, from 3:30pm – 7:30pm.  The camp is staffed by volunteers who help to coordinate snacks and dinner, arts and crafts, sports and games, and we leave the drumming instructions to a pro, Yah’ Ya Kamate who has worked with us for many years, and Kim Williams who you know well!  If you are interested in volunteering at the camp please contact Susan Dinan at susandinan@yahoo.com If you want to hear a lovely concert from some very enthusiastic drummers please join us on Friday evening, August 24, 2018.  Thank you!
kettle_drum.jpg kettle_drum.jpg kettle_drum.jpg kettle_drum.jpg
SAVE THE DATE!
James D. Hicks Organ Recital
September 8, 2018 at 5pm

NJ-based organist James D. Hicks presents Nordic Journey, a recital of organ music from Scandinavia at St. Stephens Episcopal Church, located at 119 Main Street, Millburn, NJ, on Saturday, September 8 at 5:00 p.m.  Not only is this a musical event, but a fundraiser for the New Jersey Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.  James is in the midst of a multi-year fundraising endeavor for NJCFF, one that will culminate in a scheduled 2020 hike of the St. Olav’s trail, a medieval route located in Sweden and Norway.
James’ program for September 8 features the magnificent sounds of the church’s von Beckerath organ, and consists of music that he will record later in the autumn at the Halgrímskirkja, Reykjavík, Iceland. Hicks has commissioned several of the works on this concert of Scandinavian music, and the program will be a unique view into a musical tradition that encompasses many style: blues, jazz, classical and historic.
The audience is invited to contribute to this fundraiser by visiting HIcks’ website at www.hicksnordichike.com where one can make a secure and tax deductible contribution.  Checks and cash donations are also welcome at the performance with all proceeds going to the NJ Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
More information about James D. Hicks may be found at www.jamesdhicks.com.
 
 

 

Parish Office Summer Hours:

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19 Jul

Newsletter, July 18

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
July 2018 Through  July 29 North Porch Christmas In July
July 18, Wednesday 7:30pm-10pm Finance Committee Meeting
July 25, Wednesday 6:30pm Summer Workshop at St. Agnes
Little Falls, NJ
July 29, Sunday 11:15am
Baby Shower at Coffee Hour
for North Porch
August 20 – 24
Monday – Friday		 3:30pm-7:30pm Drumming Camp
September 8, Saturday 5pm James D. Hicks Organ Concert
 
 
 
Serving at the Altar 7/22 & 7/29
July 22, 2018
No 8am Service
July 29, 2018
No 8am Service
10am Reader: F. Young 10am Reader: P. Wick
Chalicist: R. Riedel Chalicist: J. Soughan
Ushers: M.A. Chech & B. Riedel Ushers: H. Rooney & E. Maurer
Altar Guild: J. Dorn & J. James Altar Guild: N. Sieffert
Coffee Hour: H. Rooney Coffee Hour: T. Scharff  / baby shower for North Porch
Altar Flowers: Open Altar Flowers: Open
UPCOMING EVENTS
North Porch Christmas In July
St. Stephen’s annual Christmas in July collection to benefit North Porch Center for Women and Infants began on Sunday July 1.  It will conclude on Sunday, July 29 with a Baby Shower at Coffee Hour.  Throughout the month containers will be available in the Narthex for donations.
Emergency needs are as follows: diapers – sizes 4, 5, 6 and Pull-Ups of all sizes, formula: Enfamil 12.5 powdered; regular and soy variety, jars of baby food: fruit and vegetables and First Foods, toiletries: shampoo,  diaper rash cream, baby wash, and wipes.

New or gently used baby clothes can be included but the emergency needs are crucial low income Moms whose resources are low at the end of the month.

You can also donate by giving a check made out to North Porch.
Summer Workshop at St. Agnes 
Wednesday, July 25, 6:30pm
Drumming Camp
August 20 – 24, 2018 kids_learning.jpg
Once again St. Stephen’s Church will host a week-long summer drumming camp for children in the PATCH program (these are children with incarcerated parents.)  The camp will take place from August 20 to 24, from 3:30pm – 7:30pm.  The camp is staffed by volunteers who help to coordinate snacks and dinner, arts and crafts, sports and games, and we leave the drumming instructions to a pro, Yah’ Ya Kamate who has worked with us for many years, and Kim Williams who you know well!  If you are interested in volunteering at the camp please contact Susan Dinan at
If you want to hear a lovely concert from some very enthusiastic drummers please join us on Friday evening, August 24, 2018.  Thank you!
kettle_drum.jpg kettle_drum.jpg kettle_drum.jpg kettle_drum.jpg
SAVE THE DATE!
James D. Hicks Organ Recital
September 8, 2018 at 5pm

NJ-based organist James D. Hicks presents Nordic Journey, a recital of organ music from Scandinavia at St. Stephens Episcopal Church, located at 119 Main Street, Millburn, NJ, on Saturday, September 8 at 5:00 p.m.  Not only is this a musical event, but a fundraiser for the New Jersey Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.  James is in the midst of a multi-year fundraising endeavor for NJCFF, one that will culminate in a scheduled 2020 hike of the St. Olav’s trail, a medieval route located in Sweden and Norway.
James’ program for September 8 features the magnificent sounds of the church’s von Beckerath organ, and consists of music that he will record later in the autumn at the Halgrímskirkja, Reykjavík, Iceland. Hicks has commissioned several of the works on this concert of Scandinavian music, and the program will be a unique view into a musical tradition that encompasses many style: blues, jazz, classical and historic.
The audience is invited to contribute to this fundraiser by visiting HIcks’ website at www.hicksnordichike.com where one can make a secure and tax deductible contribution.  Checks and cash donations are also welcome at the performance with all proceeds going to the NJ Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
More information about James D. Hicks may be found at www.jamesdhicks.com.
 
 

 

Parish Office Summer Hours:
Tuesday & Thursday 9am-5pm
Monday, Wednesday & Friday Closed
27 Jun

Newsletter, June 27

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
July 1 – 29 North Porch Christmas In July
July 10, Tuesday 7pm Drumming Class
July 15, Sunday 11:30am-1pm Vestry Meeting
July 18, Wednesday 7:30pm-10pm Finance Committee Meeting
July 29, Sunday 11:15am
Baby Shower at Coffee Hour for North Porch
 
Serving at the Altar  7/1 & 7/8
July 1, 2018
No 8am Service
July 8, 2018
No 8am Service
10am Reader:  T. Scharff 10am Reader: B. Churchill
Chalicist: J. Scharff Chalicist: J. Soughan
Ushers: R. & B. Riedel Ushers: L. & O. Owolabi
Altar Guild: A. Cole Altar Guild: J. Dorn
Coffee Hour: The Dorn Family Coffee Hour: Open
Altar Flowers: Open Altar Flowers: Open
NOTICES
 
Sunday Service Babysitting
Please note that Babysitting during the 10:00am Sunday service will not be available this Sunday July 1.
Food Barrel
Summer has arrived, but the lyrics “and the living is easy” do not apply to those who have insufficient income to secure adequate food for themselves and their families.  Please contribute to our food barrel to help people in that unfortunate situation in our county.
Our food barrel is located in the Narthex by the rear door to the Church, ready to be packed with nonperishable items such as: CANNED MEAT, CANNED BEEF STEW, CANNED TUNA, PEANUT BUTTER, JELLY, CANNED FRUIT, RICE, DRIED BEANS, 100% FRUIT JUICE, CANNED VEGETABLES, POWDERED MILK or PARMALAT, COLD and HOT CEREALS, CANNED SOUPS, MACARONI and CHEESE, CANNED OR INSTANT POTATOES, COFFEE and TEA.
The contents of each full food barrel at St. Stephen’s Church are given to the food pantry at Apostles’ House in Newark.  Families and individuals assisted by the pantry at Apostles’ House are referred there by social agencies and churches.
The Garden Club
The Garden Club invites all St. Stephen’s to come and see the “seeds that have grown in good soil.”  Pick some herbs: mint, basil, thyme, rosemary, and parsley or scallions.
The newly planted zinnias will hopefully be a source of altar flowers late summer through early autumn.
Please note the new rose bushes donated by Heloisa and Michael Rooney located near the sacristy door. Heloisa planted these in gratitude for graces received.


UPCOMING EVENTS

North Porch Christmas In July
St. Stephen’s annual Christmas in July collection to benefit North Porch Center for Women and Infants will begin on Sunday July 1.  It will conclude on Sunday, July 29 with a Baby Shower at Coffee Hour.  Throughout the month containers will be available in the Narthex for donations.
Emergency needs are as follows: diapers – sizes 4, 5, 6 and Pull-Ups of all sizes, formula: Enfamil 12.5 powdered; regular and soy variety, jars of baby food: fruit and vegetables and First Foods, toiletries: shampoo,  diaper rash cream, baby wash, and wipes.
New or gently used baby clothes can be included but the emergency needs are crucial low income Moms whose resources are low at the end of the month. You can also donate by giving a check made out to North Porch.
Drumming Class
 Tuesday, July 10, 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: give Norma an email at Norma.cook@outlook.com or leave a message: 862 485 1573.

 
Parish Office Summer Hours:
Tuesday & Thursday 9am-5pm
Monday, Wednesday & Friday Closed
21 Jun

Newsletter, June 20

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
June 24, Sunday 11:30am-1pm Vestry Meeting
July 10, Tuesday 7pm Drumming Class
 
Serving at the Altar  6/24 & 6/1
June 24, 2018
No 8am Service
July 1, 2018
No 8am Service
10am Readers:
B. Riedel
O. Owolabi		 10am Reader:  T. Scharff
Chalicist: S. Clarke Chalicist: J. Scharff
Ushers: MA. Chech & B. Riedel Ushers: R. & B. Riedel
Altar Guild: J. James Altar Guild: A. Cole
Coffee Hour: J. James Coffe Hour: The Dorn Family
Altar Flowers: Open Altar Flowers: Open
NOTICES
  
Parish Office Summer Hours
Please note the Parish office summer hours are in effect as follows:
  • Tuesday & Thursday 9am-5pm
  • Monday, Wednesday & Friday closed.
If you have any events or information for the St. Stephen’s online news or weekly bulletin please make sure they are sent to www.ststephensmillburn.org by Tuesday at noon.
To conserve the air conditioning in the Rectory please use the kitchen door for entry.
 
 
Sunday Service Babysitting
multi_ethnic_babies.jpg
Please note that Babysitting during 10:00am Sunday service will not be available on the following date:  Sunday, July 1.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Drumming Class
 Tuesday, July 10, 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: email Norma at: Norma.cook@outlook.com
Or leave a message: 862 485 1573.
 
 
Parish Office Summer Hours:
Tuesday & Thursday 9am-5pm
Monday, Wednesday & Friday Closed
15 Jun

Newsletter, June 13

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
June 20, Wednesday 7:30pm-10pm Finance Committee Meeting
June 24, Sunday 11:30am-1pm Vestry Meeting
Serving at the Altar  6/17 & 6/24
June 17, 2018
8am Reader:  M. Ellingham
June 24, 2018
No 8am Service
10am Readers:
K. Hanson
J. James
K. Wade		 10am Readers:
P. Wick
B. Riedel
O. Owolabi
Chalicist: J. Scharff Chalicist: S. Clarke
Ushers: M. Hirschfeld & S. Moran Ushers: MA. Chech & B. Riedel
Altar Guild:
N. Sieffert
J. Dorn		 Altar Guild:
J. James
Coffee Hour: Open Coffee Hour: Open
Altar Flowers: Open Altar Flowers: Open
NOTICES
 
 
 
David P. Hegg III Lifetime Achievement Award

Felder Dorn, long time member of St. Stephen’s Church, was an honoree this past Sunday, 6/10/18 at St. Peter’s Church, Morristown, receiving the annual David P. Hegg III Lifetime Achievement Award. Honorees are individuals who faithfully share their ideas, talents, wisdom, and life experiences in activities that strengthen our worship and extend our outreach to those in need. Congratulations Felder!
 
 
 
Parish Office Summer Hours
Please note the Parish office summer hours are in effect this week and are as follows:
  • Tuesday & Thursday 9am-5pm
  • Monday, Wednesday & Friday closed.
If you have any events or information for the St. Stephen’s online news or weekly bulletin please make sure they are sent to www.ststephensmillburn.org by Tuesday at noon.
To conserve the air conditioning in the Rectory please use the kitchen door for entry.
 
 
Sunday Service Babysitting
multi_ethnic_babies.jpg
Please note that Babysitting during 10:00am Sunday service will not be available on the following date:  Sunday, July 1
Parish Office Summer Hours:
Tuesday & Thursday 9am-5pm
Monday, Wednesday & Friday Closed