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Join us for Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner!
Ash Wednesday Services will be on
Wednesday, February 18th,
at noon and 5 PM
Shrove Tuesday
Pancake Dinner
Tuesday, February 17, 6 PM
The Vestry will be hosting a pancake dinner Tuesday, February 17, at 6 PM. Please use the following link to RSVP so that we can get a count on how many pancakes to flip!
Past Announcements
Past Announcements
Christmas Eve Service
Christmas Eve Service
Come join us for our Christmas Eve service on Wednesday, December 24th, at 5 o'clock in the evening.
Come join us for our Christmas Eve service on Wednesday, December 24th, at 5 o'clock in the evening.
Ted’s Pantry
Due to an increase in need, I would like to take this opportunity to appeal to the parishioners on behalf of Ted’s Pantry. The numbers of those needing groceries have grown and the cost of food items has increased. Any contributions will be greatly appreciated. Listed below are the items we routinely distribute. We also can use Aldi’s gift cards.
Unfrozen hams
Cereal Canned green/yellow vegetables
Pasta Canned beans
Pasta Sauce Canned fruit
Canned soup Ramen noodles
Box Mac & cheese Rice
Tuna Peanut Butter
Thank you in advance,
Marybeth Murdzek
Our next pantry date is
Saturday, December 20th.
The 39 Steps
Saturday, October 18th @ 6PM
Adventurer Richard Hannay, just returned from South Africa, is thoroughly bored with London life—until he is accosted by a mysterious American, who warns him of an assassination plot that could completely destabilize the fragile political balance of Europe. The 39 Steps is a famous Alfred Hitchcock spy thriller starring Robert Donat and Madeleine Carroll, whose performances are lauded for their chemistry and charm.
Ted’s Pantry
Due to an increase in need, I would like to take this opportunity to appeal to the parishioners on behalf of Ted’s Pantry. The numbers of those needing groceries have grown and the cost of food items has increased. Any contributions will be greatly appreciated. Listed below are the items we routinely distribute. We also can use Aldi’s gift cards.
Unfrozen hams
Cereal Canned green/yellow vegetables
Pasta Canned beans
Pasta Sauce Canned fruit
Canned soup Ramen noodles
Box Mac & cheese Rice
Tuna Peanut Butter
Thank you in advance,
Marybeth Murdzek
Our next pantry date is
Saturday, October 18th.
Summer Office Hours
Summer Office Hours
Beginning June 9th through September 1st the office will be available Monday-Friday 9am - 1pm.
Beginning June 9th through September 1st the office will be available Monday-Friday 9am - 1pm.
Ted’s Pantry
Due to an increase in need, I would like to take this opportunity to appeal to the parishioners on behalf of Ted’s Pantry. The numbers of those needing groceries have grown and the cost of food items has increased. Any contributions will be greatly appreciated. Listed below are the items we routinely distribute. We also can use Aldi’s gift cards.
Unfrozen hams
Cereal Canned green/yellow vegetables
Pasta Canned beans
Pasta Sauce Canned fruit
Canned soup Ramen noodles
Box Mac & cheese Rice
Tuna Peanut Butter
Thank you in advance,
Marybeth Murdzek
Our next pantry date is
Saturday, July 19th.
Summer Office Hours
Summer Office Hours
Beginning June 9th through September 1st the office will be available Monday-Friday 9am - 1pm.
Beginning June 9th through September 1st the office will be available Monday-Friday 9am - 1pm.
Summer Office Hours
Summer Office Hours
Beginning June 9th through September 1st the office will be available Monday-Friday 9am - 1pm.
Beginning June 9th through September 1st the office will be available Monday-Friday 9am - 1pm.
Holy Week Services
Holy Week Services
Palm Sunday, April 13th at 9 a.m.
Maundy Thursday, March 28 at 7 p.m.
Holy Eucharist Rite II + Stripping of the Altar
Good Friday, April 18th:
at 12 noon Liturgy with Communion from Reserved Sacrament
at 6 p.m. Stations of the Cross
at 7 p.m. Liturgy for the Burial of Our Lord
Easter, April 20th at 9 a.m.
Ted’s Pantry
Due to an increase in need, I would like to take this opportunity to appeal to the parishioners on behalf of Ted’s Pantry. The numbers of those needing groceries have grown and the cost of food items has increased. Any contributions will be greatly appreciated. Listed below are the items we routinely distribute. We also can use Aldi’s gift cards.
Unfrozen hams
Cereal Canned green/yellow vegetables
Pasta Canned beans
Pasta Sauce Canned fruit
Canned soup Ramen noodles
Box Mac & cheese Rice
Tuna Peanut Butter
Thank you in advance,
Marybeth Murdzek
Our next pantry date is
Saturday, April 19th.
Lenten Formation
My Companions in Christ,
As announced last Sunday, I will be leading the Formation activity during Lent. Appended below is the description of our Lenten study for this year. Please let me know if you will join me since the plan is for each participant to have his/her own copy of the “Will You?” booklet to be used.
There will be a Sign-Up sheet in the parish hall on the buffet to indicate your commitment and I look forward to walking with you as we journey together during this Lenten Season.
Thank you – Deacon Pat
Description
When we are initiated into the church with the water of baptism, we (or our sponsors) answer a series of questions called the Baptismal Covenant. The first three questions echo the words of our creeds, our beliefs about God and the church. The last five questions focus on action. They each begin with the words: "Will You?"
These "Will You" questions articulate how we are to animate our baptism, to follow Christ's example in our relationships with others, our communities, and the world. These questions move from a "gathering in" to a "sending out"—they are a call to embrace and practice evangelism by proclaiming the Good News of Christ in all we do and say.
This five-week Lenten small group study offers daily reflections, examples of evangelism in action, and an invitation to think in new ways about the promises we make to God, each other, and ourselves in baptism.
March 5, 2025
Services
12 PM Noon - Holy Eucharist Rite II with Imposition of Ashes
5:00 PM - Holy Eucharist Rite II with Imposition of Ashes
Ted’s Pantry
Due to an increase in need, I would like to take this opportunity to appeal to the parishioners on behalf of Ted’s Pantry. The numbers of those needing groceries have grown and the cost of food items has increased. Any contributions will be greatly appreciated. Listed below are the items we routinely distribute. We also can use Aldi’s gift cards.
Cereal Canned green/yellow vegetables
Pasta Canned beans
Pasta Sauce Canned fruit
Canned soup Ramen noodles
Box Mac & cheese Rice
Tuna Peanut Butter
Thank you in advance,
Marybeth Murdzek
Our next pantry date is
Saturday, March 15th.
Ted’s Pantry
Due to an increase in need, I would like to take this opportunity to appeal to the parishioners on behalf of Ted’s Pantry. The numbers of those needing groceries have grown and the cost of food items has increased. Any contributions will be greatly appreciated. Listed below are the items we routinely distribute. We also can use Aldi’s gift cards.
Cereal Canned green/yellow vegetables
Pasta Canned beans
Pasta Sauce Canned fruit
Canned soup Ramen noodles
Box Mac & cheese Rice
Tuna Peanut Butter
Thank you in advance,
Marybeth Murdzek
Our next pantry date is
Saturday, February 15th.
Formation
Sundays after service
From now until Christmas, on Sundays following worship, Father Mark will facilitate a study group devoted to examining one or more of the Sunday lessons. Members of the congregation bring their questions, curiosity, and thoughts to what is always an interesting and fun conversation. Bibles provided!
Christmas Eve Service
Christmas Eve Service
5 PM on December 24th
5 PM on December 24th
SAINT ANDREW'S at the MOVIES presents:
White Christmas
December 14th @ 6PM
Performing team Bob Wallace and Phil Davis are looking to vacation in Vermont over the holidays. However, when they learn their old army commander, General Waverly, is struggling to keep his inn open, the two hatch a plot to help their friend while Phil plans to find romance for Bob. Released in 1954, White Christmas is a lighthearted musical film directed by Michael Curtiz and starring Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, and Rosemary Clooney. The third film, paring Crosby’s voice with the music of Irving Berlin, the film proves that “the best things happen while you’re dancing.”December 14th @ 6PM
Ted’s Pantry
Due to an increase in need, I would like to take this opportunity to appeal to the parishioners on behalf of Ted’s Pantry. The numbers of those needing groceries have grown and the cost of food items has increased. Any contributions will be greatly appreciated. Listed below are the items we routinely distribute. We also can use Aldi’s gift cards.
Cereal Canned green/yellow vegetables
Pasta Canned beans
Pasta Sauce Canned fruit
Canned soup Ramen noodles
Box Mac & cheese Rice
Tuna Peanut Butter
Thank you in advance,
Marybeth Murdzek
Our next pantry date is
Saturday, December 21st.
SOUP'S ON!
A KINDER GROUND CAFÉ OPENS in WALLINGFORD!
A Kinder Ground Cafe is open for business at 28 North Colony Road starting September 26, 2024. Designed as a coffeehouse cafe, A Kinder Ground's mission is to provide opportunities for differently abled young adults to develop their social and educational skills in a supportive job-training environment.
Serving soup, coffee, tea, cold drinks, parfaits, various snacks, and featuring Neils Donuts, the Cafe will be open 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Wednesday through Saturday. A Kinder Ground became a non-profit in 2021 when it brought Maureen Binder and Teresia O'Hala together as they shared a commitment to ensure young adults who are differently abled have an opportunity to expand their experiences socially, emotionally and educationally. "We are very excited to bring this cafe to Wallingford and the surrounding communities!"
All are welcome to visit A Kinder Ground Cafe and experience all it will offer to the Wallingford community.
Ted’s Pantry
Due to an increase in need, I would like to take this opportunity to appeal to the parishioners on behalf of Ted’s Pantry. The numbers of those needing groceries have grown and the cost of food items has increased. Any contributions will be greatly appreciated. Listed below are the items we routinely distribute. We also can use Aldi’s gift cards.
Cereal Canned green/yellow vegetables
Pasta Canned beans
Pasta Sauce Canned fruit
Canned soup Ramen noodles
Box Mac & cheese Rice
Tuna Peanut Butter
Thank you in advance,
Marybeth Murdzek
Our next pantry date is
Saturday, October 19th.
Formation
Sundays after service through Advent
Christian formation from now (October 13) through Advent will be with Fr. Mark in the Guild Room after worship. No need to bring your bible, unless you have a favorite: we have plenty at church.
St. Andrew's at the MOVIES presents:
St. Andrew's at the MOVIES presents:
Singin' in the Rain
August 17th @ 6 PM
Don Lockwood is one of the most popular stars in 1920s
Hollywood. That is until his latest picture is endangered by the introduction of synchronized sound and the high-pitched voice of his costar Lina Lamont. To salvage his career, Don must utilize sound and turn his film into a musical. Released in 1952, Signin' in the Rain is an energetic musical-comedy directed by Gene Kelly and Stanley Donnen staring Kelly, Donald O'Connor, and Debbie Reynolds. Featuring unforgettable songs and perfect dancing, this film is perhaps the pinnacle of classic Hollywood musicals.
Ted’s Pantry
Due to an increase in need, I would like to take this opportunity to appeal to the parishioners on behalf of Ted’s Pantry. The numbers of those needing groceries have grown and the cost of food items has increased. Any contributions will be greatly appreciated. Listed below are the items we routinely distribute. We also can use Aldi’s gift cards.
Cereal Canned green/yellow vegetables
Pasta Canned beans
Pasta Sauce Canned fruit
Canned soup Ramen noodles
Box Mac & cheese Rice
Tuna Peanut Butter
Thank you in advance,
Marybeth Murdzek
Our next pantry date is
Saturday, August 17th.
St. Andrew's at the MOVIES presents:
St. Andrew's at the MOVIES presents:
July 20th @ 6 PM
One night, ten-year-old Elliot Taylor is shocked to discover an alien stranded on our planet. After befriending the creature (dubbed E.T.) Elliott and his friends must work together to help the extra-terrestiral escape from government agents and "phone home." Released in 1982, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial is an iconic science-fiction directed by Steven Spielberg with an Academy Award-winning score by John Williams. This engaging film, with breathtaking imagery and special effects, tells an unforgettable heartwarming story of a life-changing friendship that spans the stars.
Ted’s Pantry
Due to an increase in need, I would like to take this opportunity to appeal to the parishioners on behalf of Ted’s Pantry. The numbers of those needing groceries have grown and the cost of food items has increased. Any contributions will be greatly appreciated. Listed below are the items we routinely distribute. We also can use Aldi’s gift cards.
Cereal Canned green/yellow vegetables
Pasta Canned beans
Pasta Sauce Canned fruit
Canned soup Ramen noodles
Box Mac & cheese Rice
Tuna Peanut Butter
Thank you in advance,
Marybeth Murdzek
Our next pantry date is Saturday, July 20th.
Ted’s Pantry
Due to an increase in need, I would like to take this opportunity to appeal to the parishioners on behalf of Ted’s Pantry. The numbers of those needing groceries have grown and the cost of food items has increased. Any contributions will be greatly appreciated. Listed below are the items we routinely distribute. We also can use Aldi’s gift cards.
Cereal Canned green/yellow vegetables
Pasta Canned beans
Pasta Sauce Canned fruit
Canned soup Ramen noodles
Box Mac & cheese Rice
Tuna Peanut Butter
Thank you in advance,
Marybeth Murdzek
Our next pantry date is Saturday, July 20th.
Hello Saint Andrew's Parish,
The next Saint Andrew's movie night will be on Saturday, July 20th. The time is still to be determined. I would like to solicit some feedback on a movie that you would like to see. Please send the following information to Mark F. via email at hike42day@gmail.com.
List your top 3 movie choices in order of preference:
Movie 1
Movie 2
Movie 3
Preferred viewing time:
2 PM
5 PM
7 PM
Please let me know if either 2 PM, 5 PM, or 7 PM would prevent you from attending.
The movie committee will review the responses and let you know the decision by early July.
Peace!
Peace!
JEFFREY T. MARSHALL SCHOLARSHIP
JEFFREY T. MARSHALL SCHOLARSHIP
This award is given in memory of Jeffrey T. Marshall who was a member of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Meriden CT. Nine months after graduation from Cheshire Academy in June, 1987, Jeffrey lost his four-year battle against cancer. The Award was established to capture the legacy Jeff left behind.
Jeff was a sensitive and thoughtful young man who faced adversity with remarkable courage and equanimity. Apparent to all was his invincible determination to live his life to the fullest. Throughout his ordeal, Jeff maintained a keen interest in his family and friends and their activities, and by example inspired them to better appreciate life’s value and opportunities.
Criteria for applications: Any student accepted at a post-secondary educational program who is part of St. Andrew’s Church family, and who has contributed in a meaningful manner to either St. Andrew’s Church, the local community, or his or her school may apply. A student may apply for the annual award a maximum of two times.
Procedure for applying: Applicants may apply by sending the application form to St. Andrews Church Office, 20 Catlin Street, Meriden, CT 06450. The applicant form will include requests for contact information, how the applicant is connected to St. Andrew’s Church, where they will be attending school and their future goal(s). In addition, they should explain how they believe that they exhibit the character, love for life, genuine concern for others, and other qualities that best exemplify Jeff’s life. This may include scholastic honors received, extra-curricular activities performed, and community volunteer work.
APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH THE OFFICE: Email: office@samct.org , Subject: Marshall Scholarship
DEADLINE MAY 31, 2024
Join Father Mark for formation discussion during the Easter season following the Sunday service!
Join Father Mark for formation discussion during the Easter season following the Sunday service!
This conversation is around the Easter season lessons, and resurrection, begins after church in the Guild Room, and will continue until Pentecost. We have plenty of bibles, so you don't need to bring one with you. Of course, there will be refreshments and coffee after church, too!
This conversation is around the Easter season lessons, and resurrection, begins after church in the Guild Room, and will continue until Pentecost. We have plenty of bibles, so you don't need to bring one with you. Of course, there will be refreshments and coffee after church, too!
Holy Week Services
Holy Week Services
Palm Sunday, March 24 @ 9 a.m.
Maundy Thursday, March 28 @ 7 p.m. - Holy Eucharist Rite II + Stripping of the Altar
Good Friday, March 29:
Liturgy with Communion from Reserved Sacrament @ 12 noon
Stations of the Cross, March 29 @ 6 p.m.
Liturgy for the Burial of Our Lord @ 7 p.m.
Easter, March 31 @ 9 a.m.
Annual Meeting
Annual Meeting
Sunday, March 24, following the 9AM service.
Join Deacon Pat after worship for a Lenten discussion group.
Join Deacon Pat after worship for a Lenten discussion group.
Join Father Mark for a home group on Wednesdays at noon.
Join Father Mark for a home group on Wednesdays at noon.
Christmas Eve Service
Christmas Eve Service
5 PM on December 24th
5 PM on December 24th
Normal Sunday service will also be held at 9 AM to celebrate the fourth Sunday of Advent
Join Deacon Pat after worship for an Advent discussion group.
Join Deacon Pat after worship for an Advent discussion group.
Parish Picnic!
Parish Picnic!
Following our 9 AM worship service at St. Andrew's, the 2023 picnic will be held at Mountain Grove in Southington, CT, on Sunday, August 27. The facility will be open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. We will be having Southern BBQ, Beef brisket, pulled pork, turkey, sausage, and beverages will be provided. We will be asking families to bring sides, snacks, and desserts. Please feel free to invite your extended family and close friends.
Volunteer to bring food by clicking here: FOOD SIGN-UPS
Please use this Google Form to RSVP BY AUGUST 16th
We will have private use of the pavilion and shared use of club facilities. There are 8 picnic tables under the pavilion and more available close by. The club facilities will be open to its members during this time, but we will have access to:
inground swimming pool (no flotation devices allowed, no swim diapers allowed)
small kiddie pool
sandbox
playground
field with volleyball
pickleball
basketball
shuffleboard courts
tennis courts
horseshoe and cornhole area adjacent to the pavilion
restrooms
Visit this website to learn more about the facility: MOUNTAIN GROVE
Trivia Night
Trivia Night
S'mores Fellowship!
S'mores Fellowship!
Join us!
Join us!
Saturday, August 5, from 3:30-7:00 PM Colleen and Vicki are hosting fellowship at their house! Come make some s'mores, swap stories, and enjoy an evening together. What better way to enjoy summer!
Calling All Grill Owners
If you own a grill and are able to bring on Sunday for the BBQ please email Fr. Mark and let him know by clicking on the link rector@samct.org.
Holy Week Services
Holy Week Services
March 24, 2023
Dear Friends,
Worship between Palm Sunday and Easter is an incredibly meaningful experience. This year's service schedule is as follows:
Palm Sunday- April 2
9 am- In person and online
Maundy Thursday- April 6
6 pm- Holy Communion, Stripping of the Altar, Reservation of the Sacrament- In person only
Good Friday- April 7
Noon- Good Friday Liturgy and Communion from Reserved Sacrament (In person only)
6 pm- Stations of the Cross (In person only)
Easter- April 9
9 am- Festal Eucharist- In person and online
With all my prayers,
Fr Mark
Lenten Formation
Lenten Formation
February 14, 2023
Dear friends,
This year, for those who wish to be part of a group devoted to Lenten Study, we will have two opportunities.
Deacon Pat will lead discussions on the Gospel lessons for Lent on Sundays following worship in the Guild Room. This group will last about an hour. It will meet on February 26 and March 5, 12, 19, and 26. All are welcome! No preparation necessary.
Father Mark will lead a "Home Group" that will meet Wednesdays from 6 pm until 7:30 during Lent starting on March 1. We will watch a short video followed by discussion. I've asked that refreshments be simple: pitchers of water, and "bring your own coffee," if you chose. This group will be meeting in the homes of two of our households: Beth and Leo, and Colleen and Vicki. Because of this, the group is limited in size to twelve people maximum, including the hosts and me, so you must sign up in order to attend. While no preparation is necessary, please sign up only if you believe you can make it to most or all of the meetings.
Sign up is first come, first served. Email me at rector@samct.org to confirm your participation.
With all my prayers for you to have a Holy Lent,
Fr Mark
Annual Meeting!
Annual Meeting!
The Annual Meeting will be Sunday, March 26th
following the 9 am worship service.
"GOTHS, GARGOYLES AND GOD; THE BUILDING OF EUROPE’S MAGNIFICENT CATHEDRALS; 1000 AD TO 1500 AD"
"GOTHS, GARGOYLES AND GOD; THE BUILDING OF EUROPE’S MAGNIFICENT CATHEDRALS; 1000 AD TO 1500 AD"
A free lecture at
Meriden Library (In Meriden Mall)
February 18, at 2.00 pm. by
Prof. Richard Benfield
In 1000 A.D., European churches were small, thick-walled, dark, and dreary. Less than 200 years later, they were breathtaking architectural wonders, rising more than 200 feet and lit by stained glass windows the size of tennis courts. In an illustrated tour from the first Gothic Cathedral in St Denis, Paris to the glorious cathedrals of Norwich, Ely, Durham, Chartres and, Monet's favorite, Rouen, Dr. Benfield will explain what happened to make this frenzy of church building so possible, so marked and so spectacular.
Congregation Notifications to Your Phone
Congregation Notifications to Your Phone
Remind is an educational tool that allows members to join groups and receive text message and email notifications. If you would like to receive messages about events, changes, or weather related cancellations, follow these directions to sign up!
Adult Formation Book Discussion
Adult Formation Book Discussion
Our next book will be Mere Christianity, by C. S. Lewis. This is a truly remarkable work. To buy this book on Amazon, click HERE. We'll begin on January 22nd.
Special Lunch
Special Lunch
January 5, 2023
Dear Friends,
If you've been able to attend worship in person over the last year, you have probably met Bishop Ozzy Mason and his wife Rosemary. They usually attend with us before their own church, Victorious House of Prayer, meets in St. Andrew's at 11 am.
Bishop Ozzy has invited us to join his congregation for lunch on January 22nd at noon in the Parish Hall for delicious Soul Food. (I'm a big fan of soul food. A BIG fan.) I hope you'll be able to be there! Bishop Ozzy and Rosemary are very special to our church and to me personally!
RSVP to the office (office@samct.org) so I can tell Bishop Ozzy how many of us are coming.
Blessings,
Fr. Mark
Pop-up Choir
Pop-up Choir
December 2, 2022
Dear Friends,
This Sunday at 8:15 am, you're invited to meet organist and choir director Gary Tomassetti in the choir room for "drop-in choir." No experience necessary: just a willingness to try.
Blessings,
Fr. Mark and Gary
Advent / Christmas Brunch
Advent / Christmas Brunch
November 27, 2022
Join us for a Christmas brunch after the church service on 12/18/22. Bring your favorite dish, bread, drink (non alcoholic of course!) or goodies. Be ready to play Christmas BINGO and I Spy…Sign up sheet will be available at the church or call Martha Murphy at (203)630-2438 for information. Hope to see you there!!
Advent Adult Formation
Advent Adult Formation
November 13, 2022
Dear Friends,
I'm excited about the book we'll be reading during Advent, The Divine Conspiracy: Rediscovering Our Hidden Life in God, by Dallas Willard. I thought it was absolutely wonderful when I first read it.
I promised you a meeting schedule of our Advent study book. For the first meeting, please read the Introduction and chapters 1 and 2. We'll begin on November 27 (1 Advent). We'll meet in the Guild Room starting about fifteen minutes after worship concludes. Here is a link to buy the book.
Please RSVP by clicking HERE if you intend to participate. As I said, you're welcome to jump in and out as your schedule dictates, but you'll probably find it most helpful to be at all the meetings, if you're able.
Nov. 27- Week 1- Introduction through Chapter 2
Dec. 4- Week 2- Chapters 3 and 4
Dec. 11- Week 3- Chapters 5 and 6
Dec 18- Week 4- Chapters 7 and 8
Jan. 8- Week 5- Chapters 9 and 10
Blessings,
Fr Mark+
Archive
Chili Cook-Off - Saturday, October 29
Chili Cook-Off - Saturday, October 29
Below is a link to RSVP for the Chili cook-off we are planning for Saturday, October 29. It is scheduled to begin at 5:00 and is a Halloween theme. Costumes are encouraged, but not mandatory. There will be a chili contest, treats, games, prizes and more. Bring the family, bring your friends!
Please RSVP by Wednesday, October 26.
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