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SAINT DAVID’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Visions
Mission Statement As a visible sign of God’s presence in the world, St. David’s Church is a welcoming and diverse com-
munity of disciples, actively serving Christ in one another and all those beyond our doors.
DECEMBER 2015
Celebrating over 55 Years of Caring & Sharing
Christmas Eve Service 5:00 pm - Festival Holy Eucharist
Christmas Day Service 10:00 am - Christ Mass
1 Christmas, Sunday, December 27
8:00 am The Holy Eucharist
10:15 am - Festival of Christmas Lessons and Carols
with Holy Eucharist
973) 838 -6696 www.stdavidskinnelon.org
THE SPECIAL ENVELOPES for contributions toward the Christmas decora-
tions will be in the pews on November 29, December 6 and 13. Both memori-
als and thank offerings are appropriate—just be sure to clearly write the first
and last names on the envelopes. They will be printed in the Christmas
bulletins. The deadline is December 14.
THE BOXES ARE FILLING UP!
The North Porch ones are for baby supplies—diapers, wipes, powder, lotion.
The Diocesan Prison Ministry ones are for gifts for children whose mothers are incarcerated. The children
are age 4-16/17, both boys and girls. Books, toys, games and outerwear are all welcomed. Remember—
DO NOT WRAP—GIFT BAGS ONLY!
There are two boxes for Strengthen our Sisters. One is for caps, scarves, mittens, gloves and socks for the
children. The other is for the women—cosmetics, beauty items, ‘pretties’ to make their lives less drab.
THE INGATHERING WILL BE ON DECEMBER 13.
THE ADVENT WREATH, made by Polly Barker and magnificent
as always, is given in memory of James and Eula Whitehead and
Harry Sr. and Myra Barker.
It was hung in place for Advent 1, November 29.
TO ENHANCE your observation of Advent and Christmas, there are
seasonal pamphlets in the narthex tract rack. Help yourself!
Outreach AGAIN THIS YEAR the offering collected through the special Christmas envelopes include with pledge
envelopes has been designated for our various outreach programs. The Vestry is sending Christmas greetings
to those on their lists and included will be a special envelope for those who do not have pledge ones so every-
one will have the opportunity to make a special gift.
IT’S THAT TIME OF THE YEAR AGAIN! As in the past the treasurer
is counting on all outstanding pledge payments coming in during December
so all the outstanding bills can be paid. The treasurer hopes to be smiling
on December 31! PLEASE NOTE: The boxes of 2016 envelopes will be
available before the end of the month.
Treasurer’s
Report
Attendance
November 2014 November 2015
62 51
Have you remembered St. David’s in your estate planning?
READERS CIRCLE BOOK GROUP
December 7, 2015 Book Selection: NEVER LET ME GO, Kazuo Ishiguro St. David’s Skylight Room, 7:30PM Discussion Leader: Mary Harbinsky
BOOK GROUP DOES NOT MEET IN JANUARY! February 1st: A LONG,LONG TIME AGO AND ESSENTIALLY TRUE, by Brigid Posulka, discussion leader Julie Dolci
CALLING ALL CAROLERS! On Sunday, December 20, following
the 10:15 Service, we will be caroling at some of the local assisted-living
facilities, including Merry Heart in Boonton. Supper at the rectory will
follow. Please let Ian Witthoeft or a member of the choir know by
Sunday, December 6, if you would like to participate.
Marty Stanton, who generously donated his expertise to set up the equipment enabling us to
view the installation of the new presiding bishop on November 1.
John Simonelli for his gift of a new Communion set being used at the Thursday morning
healing service. It was given in thanksgiving for the St. David’s family.
The cleanup day may have been cancelled but that didn’t stop Jim Alden and Bill and Cath-
erine Speed from trimming bushes and cleaning the memorial garden; Mike Roehrer from
blowing leaves out of the gutters; Deb Roehrer for cleaning in the sexton’s house. (The edi-
tor can testify to Catherine’s skill with clippers!) Thanks all!
Sunday, December 13—The Annual budget forum will be held immediately following the
10:15 Service. You will receive the 2015 materials for study prior to the event.
Sunday, December 20—The annual Greening of the Church following the 10:15 Service.
Many hands make light work!
SAVE THE DATE! FEBRUARY 6, 2016
WINE TASTING WITH “OUR” JOSH WESSON!
ANOTHER GALA EVENING!
Eat, Drink and Be Merry!
Beefsteak Dinner and Silent Auction 2015
Eat, Drink and Be Merry!
Beefsteak Dinner and Silent Auction 2015
Eat, Drink and Be Merry!
Beefsteak Dinner and Silent Auction 2015
THANKS
Church Members and Friends Who Made Donations
Terry and Mary Armstrong Mary-Esther Arther
Elizabeth Bammel and Paul Pusecker
Joan Carpenter Carol Bianco
Vicky Dawson David DeSmith and Jim Alden
Richard Dobson Julie Dolci
Karen Dunn Sandy Dunn
Herb Grieshaber Steve and Jeanne Grieshaber
Wayne and Nancy Hammaker Kent and Mary Harbinsky
Mary Stuart Hawk Pat Hodde
Richard and Bonnie Hook Keith and Kitty Kawecki
Steve and Kathy Kent Jay and Joan Ludwig
Lee and Nancy Moody Caroline Mossip
Gay Newby Mike and Sondra Odian
Christine Rudolphi John Simonelli
Doris Snyder Tom and Chris Snyder
Marty and Candace Stanton Jennifer Trevisan
Bob and Nancy Ward Bruce and Patty Watts
June Whitehead Walter and Dale Wilhelm
Irene Williams
The Stewardship Commission—Mary-Esther Arther, David DeSmith, Rich Dobson, Kathy
Kent, Christine Rudolphi, John Simonelli, Jennifer Trevisan.
Caroline Mossip for photographing the event.
Mary Stuart Hawk and her team for bringing all the baskets and donations together -
Carol Bianco (bid sheets), Karen Dunn, Sandy Dunn, Mary Harbinsky, Nancy Moody, Sondra
Odian, Irene Williams.
David DeSmith for ‘tickling the ivories’ during the evening.
Dinner and Auction set-up team—Bonnie Hook, Kathy Kent, Mike Odian, Mike Roehrer,
Christine Rudolphi, John Simonelli, Bruce Watts, Dale Wilhelm.
Live auction/entertainment—Steve Kent
Auction runners—Codey Dohm, Jacob Hurd, Brandon Kent, Sara Webb.
Auction check-out team—Kathy Kent, Christine Rudolphi, Jennifer Trevisan.
Auction cleanup—Jim Alden, David DeSmith, Mary Harbinsky, Nancy Moody.
Launderers—Sondra Odian, Christine Rudolphi, John Simonelli.
This year we netted $8,375.
BEST WISHES AND FAREWELL—TERRY AND MARY ARMSTRONG
NOVEMBER 8
Vestry Meeting Highlights – November 19, 2015
The Meeting began with Vestry & Guiding Team members participating in Dwelling in The
Word led by Doris Snyder. A lengthy discussion followed about Going Local in general, and
Dwelling in The Word in particular, and about Part One of the book “Joining God: Remaking
Church, Changing the World” by Alan Roxburgh, which members of both groups had been
asked to read.
The Guiding Team presented their Dwelling in The Word report
David asked for 2 or 3 members of the congregation and 2 or 3 members of the community we
need to thank. He spoke about our new sexton, Guy Baskinger, who will begin his duties on
November 23rd. He also spoke about adapting the online version of an Advent Calendar called
“Advent Word” for our use, which would be sent to the parish via their smart phones starting
November 29th
We approved the Treasurer’s report for October as presented. Income and Expenses are pretty
much on track. We also reviewed the new financial reports that expand on the Treasurer’s re-
port.
We reviewed the proposed 2016 budget and approved the 2016 diocesan pledge.
Mike Roehrer reported on the progress on the rectory roof, on the condition of the sexton’s
house, and on what was accomplished on Fall cleanup day.
We reviewed the Christmas outreach letter, which notes which organizations will be receiving
the proceeds from this offering.
We amended and approved the church calendar for December.
Respectfully submitted,
John Simonelli, Senior Warden
Our new Sexton Guy Baskinger took up
his position on November 23rd and is
moving into the Sexton’s house on Kiel
Avenue. Guy’s day off will be Mondays.
Hoping you will be very happy
at St. David’s!
DRESS-UP SOCIAL—NOVEMBER 14
DRESS-UP SOCIAL—NOVEMBER 14
SPECIAL THANKS to Rich Dobson and
Jenn Trevisan for organizing this event, those
who helped before and after—Pam Chisholm,
Kathy Kent, Christine Rudolphi, John
Simonelli, Chris Snyder—and everyone who
brought yummies.
COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING SERVICE—NOVEMBER 22
Those Who Keep Us Safe!
Thank you! The committee who
provided the attractive and
delicious reception
following this service—
Dale Wilhelm (co-
ordinator), Mary Harbin-
sky, Mary Stuart Hawk,
Mike and Sondra Odian
and Irene Williams.
The total amount of the
Thanksgiving offering was
$567. This was given to the
Kinnelon PBA Local #341.
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St. David’s Leadership Team
Empowering all our members to build bridges of hope with the living Christ through worship,
spiritual formation, hospitality and outreach.
Bishop: The Rt. Rev. Mark Beckwith
Rector: The Rev. David J. DeSmith
Senior Warden: John Simonelli
Junior Warden: Stacey Ferraro
Vestry: Mary-Esther Arther (Treasurer, non-voting)
Rich Dobson
Julie Dolci (Clerk)
Nancy Hammaker
Lee Moody
Mike Roehrer
Dale Pappas-Wilhelm
Jennifer Trevisan
Irene Williams
Staff: Mary-Esther Arther Newsletter Editor
Ian Witthoeft Music Director
Gill Otto Parish Administrator
Guy Baskinger Sexton