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 Welcome
to the St. David’s website. We are delighted that you found us here where we can
tell you about whom and what we are as an Episcopal congregation. You will find
a variety of ways we express our faith in God and how we return that faith in
love to all people. Of course, the best way to find out about us is to join us
in worship and ministry as we strive to follow Jesus by welcoming everyone with
outstretched hands and open hearts. We are here for God. We are here for each
other. We are here for you.
In faith,
David DeSmith, priest/rector.
Welcome from the Wardens
On behalf of the leadership team of our
rector two wardens and nine vestry members, welcome to St David’s
Episcopal Church of Kinnelon. Our congregation is composed of
people from Kinnelon, Butler, Bloomingdale, West Milford and
neighboring communities. Our ministries include worship, Christian
education, youth group, pastoral care for our members in need,
hospitality (particularly to new members), fellowship events, Men’s
Group and Readers Circle, to name a few. We are a member with
111 other northern New Jersey churches in the Episcopal Diocese of
Newark.
Our Outreach ministries include Willing
Hands, a program of work, education and recreation for
developmentally disadvantaged adults, conducting a monthly worship
service at the Merry Heart Nursing Home, providing a meal once a
month for homeless men at St Paul’s Shelter in Paterson, and
support to homeless families at St Anthony’s Shelter, the hungry
through the Kinnelon Food Pantry and infants and young children
through North Porch which is operated by the Episcopal Diocese of
Newark.
Our parish family looks forward to
welcoming you at one of our worship services and to become part of
our faith community.
Visitors are welcome !
Visitors are warmly
welcomed to attend our Sunday worship services. There are two Sunday morning
services offered; an 8:00 AM quiet morning prayer service with Eucharist and a
10:15am Eucharist Service with choir. Church School and child care are offered at
the later service, followed by a coffee hour fellowship. You are invited to
complete the welcome pamphlet in the pew rack and place it in the offering plate
and sign our Guest Book.
Receiving Communion
All are welcome to
receive Holy Communion. St. David’s practices the theology of the “open Table”
since it is our Lord who invites us to meet him here. There are no outcasts.
Our practice is to stand or kneel at the altar rail as able. We cross our palms
to receive the bread and then to sip from or dip the bread into the common
chalice offered by the Eucharistic Minister. A small intinction cup is offered
by the Acolyte only for dipping the bread if you do not prefer the common
chalice. Know that all are welcome, children included. If you wish to only
receive a blessing, simply cross your arms over your chest. If you are unable
to come forward, the Communion will be brought to you.
New Member Class
Learn about the
Episcopal Church and how to become a member of St. David’s. This class is for
adults who want to be received from another tradition/denomination or confirmed
in the Episcopal Church. It is also for those who are just curious about the
history, beliefs and practices of Episcopalians. The classes meet throughout
each winter and spring in preparation for regional a Confirmation/Reception
Welcoming Service at our Cathedral in Newark in the month of May.
Membership at St.
David’s
Following Episcopal Church guidelines, the Vestry
has set the following requirements for membership at St. David’s:
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A pledged/regular giver of time, talent and
treasure
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Regular worship attendance
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Regular involvement in parish activities
Youth Ministry
St. David’s is a
youth-friendly church in which we continue to strive for our youth to have a
conspicuous presence in parish life. Our church treasures young people –
welcoming them into our midst; listening to them; responding to their needs;
empowering them for the ministry of the baptized, supporting them with prayer,
time, facilities, and money. Our youth ministry consists of a youth group,
Sunday school and a young adult activities groups.
Learn more about these exciting groups.
Healing Service
and Bible Study
Holy Eucharist
with Healing Service is offered every Wednesday, at 11:30am followed by a simple
lunch and Bible Study
Noonday Prayer
Noonday prayer is offered
at 12:15 PM, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday.
Call for
more information.
Fellowship and Outreach
We have a full list of
activities, services and worship events. See our schedule of
fellowship activities,
outreach and special events.
Meditation Group
Come to the quiet: “Be still
and know that I am God,” from Psalms.
Spoken, silent, walking and guided mediations will be offered. Meditation over
time can change your attitude and your life! Just come when you can. For more
information contact
meditation@stdavidskinnelon.org. |
