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Ministries
There is a place for everyone at St. Mary's!
Ministries
Contact Jackie Vigil Acolyte Training Materials
Contact Rev. Nicole
Altar Guild is in charge of a myriad of duties pertaining to all worship services and Lay Eucharistic Ministers. There are four teams of volunteers who, beginning on Saturday mornings, are responsible for the services during the following week. We wash, clean, polish, dust, replenish supplies (such as votive candles), iron, change the frontals as needed, mark the book, trim candles, and set the altar. Being a member of Altar Guild is one way to serve our Lord, as well as an opportunity to learn more about and come to appreciate the traditions of the Episcopal Church. Contact Kate Waters
Contact Paul Douthit
Tuesday AM Bible StudyMen's Bible Study
Contact Lynn Fuechsel
Contact David Palmer
Centering Prayer or mindfulness based meditation is a journey to still the mind and to open one’s heart to hear God. Participants focus on a word or phrase, and breathing techniques. The group meets every Tuesday in the chapel from 7:30-8:30 pm, unless otherwise specified in the church bulletin. It is in a hybrid format and a recurring Zoom link is available. Please contact Les Lenny at leslenny1948@gmail.com (or Home Tel: 703-538-2456/ Cell: 703-989-1740) to receive the link and entrance code.
Contact Rev. Janettarose
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Contact Cynda Tipple
Contact Joanne Swain
Contact Church Office
The Funeral Ministry is under the auspices of St. Mary’s Altar Guild. Members are responsible for the set-up of every funeral or memorial service and must be present prior to and during the service. They are also responsible for the clean-up and, if needed, reset of the altar following the service.Contact Mother Meg
The Gardening Ministry maintains the gardens surrounding our church, providing a welcoming and cheerful environment to the outside community and a platform for the beauty of God's Creation to be shared. We a friendly, fun group that meets at 10 am on Tuesdays during the active gardening season from March until October. NO EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED and the time commitment is flexible. All Garden Ministry members have access to an extensive collection of hand tools and equipment maintained by the church. Email St. Mary's Garden Ministry Leader Jo-Ann Adriko if you are interested in joining us.
The Healing Prayer Ministry is an extension of the St. Mary’s mid-week healing service. With the person present, the ministry offers individual prayer requests by intercessors in the Sunday services during Eucharist. Although we pray, God does the healing. To join our prayer team as an intercessor or for more information, please contact Barb Kreutzer (email or 540-421-7369).
The Hospitality Committee supports special events receptions, generally after services. When clergy and/or staff would like to plan an elevated event with food and drinks they call on Hospitality to make it happen. We often bring home-cooked dishes (although store bought items are always welcome!) to the Paca Hall kitchen, serve them, and clean up afterwards. If you are drawn to the dynamic of working hands and enjoy food, this ministry is always looking for volunteers. We typically participate in 1-3 events per month and it is a “drop-in as available” system as we literally feed one another in the tenant of caring for one another. Contact Gretel Lynch
Lay Assistance ministers are parishioners who volunteer to engage in relationships of mutual sharing and respect with our neighbors experiencing financial and personal need. We accept applications on two Wednesday mornings each month and meet our neighbors face-to-face to discuss their need. With supporting documentation we are able to assist them with $150-$200 toward overdue utility bills, past due rent, medical bills, storage fees, and mobile phone and internet bills. Having listened attentively, we offer up their needs in prayer, assuring them of God’s abiding love. Contact Ned Leonard
Contact Pamela Frick
Contact Prosper Daziorlor
Contact Kate Muth
Each month, the PathForward food ministry prepares 100 bagged lunches for unhoused and food insecure adults at Arlington County's Homeless Services Center (HSC). We meet in the parish kitchen at 9:30 am on the 2nd Monday of every month to make sandwiches and pack bagged snacks for distribution to those on the streets and to clients at the HSC. We are a friendly group and there is plenty of time for chatting while we work. Please contact Marjorie Barclay to be added to our email list.
Contact Colleen Mason
The Prayer Tool Kit Women’s Group is an informal group which explores prayer as a compelling way to deepen relationships with our community and with Jesus Christ. We meet to discuss prayer-related readings and books, of course pray together, and participate in other activities. Anyone is welcome to our meetings and activities – whether you have experience in prayer or not! Meetings are 10-11 am on the third Saturday of the month, September through May. Contact Barbara Kreutzer
Contact Rev. Jannetarose
Contact Rev. Nicole
Contact Ridgely Benjamin
Contact Church Office
The St Joseph Ministry serves the St. Mary’s community by providing parishioners interested in home repair and building trades (all skill levels welcomed) with opportunities to contribute to parish life and community outreach. Our Group meets October-May on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7 pm to discuss upcoming projects and events. The summer months (June-September) are for special call/need assistance projects. Our main support is helping with facilities maintenance and upkeep, set-up for worship services, special events, and assisting parishioners with special requests. Quarterly events for parish-wide volunteers include special church clean-up days in Advent and Lent, and Youth Mission Trip Tool Training supporting our Youth planning to participate in the annual Mission Trip. Our major event every year is Rebuilding Together, normally held on the last Saturday in April. Most importantly, no trade skill experience is required in helping us plan and put together a team to address an issue or problem. We look forward to you joining us! Contact Val Dugie
Contact Melissa Wiley
Contact Marjorie Green
Contact Jackie Vigil
Contact Rev. Nicole
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