Administrative Staff
New protocol for scheduling meetings
Annual Pledging Offertory Collect: Almighty God, who created all that we see, have, and know: Give us wisdom to lead thankful lives with grateful hearts, that in faithful stewardship we might find freedom, and in gracious generosity, joy. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.
Now online: Voices of St. Elizabeth's: November 20 Sunday Speaker Remarks. The remarks will also be posted in readable format.
Audio Sermons
Buildings and Grounds
Renovation of the church tower is underway. The front entrance is closed, as is the west pedestrian walkway to California Street. Please access the church from the rear parking lot or, if parking on Fairmount Road, by walking down the Rectory driveway to the steps by the west (Chapel) door. Please be respectful of our Fairmount Road neighbors and do not turn around in those driveways.
Children's Choirs
Valentine's Day parties are Wednesday, February 15 following rehearsals.
Adult volunteers needed for rehearsals.
Mentor a chorister!
Choirmaster's Column
Chilcott Requiem on March 25 will be New Jersey premier.
Concert Announcements: Organist and Choirmaster Garah Landes will be performing in concert in New York City on February 11 and 13. Click "Read More" for full information.
Church School Updates
Bring a Friend Sunday is February 5. Bring a non-perishable food item for the local pantry, too.
Ash Wednesday Family Service is February 22 at 4:30 p.m. in the Chapel.
Mite boxes are coming soon!
Clergy Assistant's Page
Sign-up deadline is February 15.
Clergy Associate for Family Ministries
Environmental Committee
Pet supplies drive will take place Sunday, October 2 - 9, to benefit the homeless animals of Bergen County. Please donate!
Episcopal Church Women
Valentine's Day Baby Item Drive runs through February 12.
Coat Drive is underway.
Fellowship Events Save the Date: The annual Progressive Dinner is Saturday, February 11, 2012. Rsvp today! The Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper is February 21 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Help is needed! Hospitality Hosts are needed for Sundays in the upcoming months. Please sign up in the Parish Hall.
Flower Memorials
Notes for the Summer Sunday Services in the Summer The 8 a.m. service will continue to be a celebration of Holy Eucharist according to Rite One of the Prayer Book. Through September 5, the second service will begin at 9:30 a.m.
Summer Office Hours, continuing through Labor Day, will be Tuesday - Thursday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Outreach Committee Urgent: Volunteers needed to prep, serve dinner at St. Paul's Emergency Men's Shelter. Please sign up! The Outreach Committee will meet on Wednesday, February 1 at 7:30 p.m. Participation in Outreach Committee meetings is open to all who would like to attend. Outreach is both a rewarding and important part of our lives, and the benefits to the community are significant. Contact the Church Office for more information at 201-444-2299 or e-mail adowling@stesridgewood.org. Food collection continues.
Pastoral Care
Professionals in Transition
Reflective of the group's membership that includes women, Men in Transition has been re-named to Professionals in Transition.
Spiritual Development Annual Advent Mini-Quiet Day is Friday, December 9. All St. Elizabeth's women are invited, from 9 a.m.-12 p.m., followed by luncheon at a private home. Rsvp by December 5 to The Rev. Cathy Quinn at cquinn@stesridgewood.org or 201-444-2299.
The Rector's Page
The Rector's Lenten Series begins Tuesday, February 28.
Time and Talent
Did you miss theTime and Talent Fair? It's not too late to sign up! Download this year's Time and Talent form now.
Wardens and Vestry
Sunday, February 12: Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany
8 a.m.: Holy Eucharist, Rite I
10 a.m.: Morning Prayer, Rite I
Weekday Morning Prayer: Monday-Friday at 8:30 a.m.
Holy Eucharist and Healing Prayer Service: February 15 at noon
Ash Wednesday Services: February 22
6:30 a.m., noon, 4:30 p.m. (Family Service), 7:30 p.m.
Youth Ministries
Please Note: The YPF party on February 5 will begin at 5 p.m. and end at 6:30 p.m.
Youth Mission Trip is announced. Read on for the details.