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2021 03 07 Bulletin
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St. Mary’s Library Features for March, 2021
- The March Book List features new books in the library this month.
- The Easter Readings List contains books specially relevant to Easter.
- Stop by to see the ongoing display for our Labyrinth, then follow the sign to the left of the church entrance to have a walk on the real thing.
Order of St. Luke’s Induction
Sunday, February 28, 2021
Many Videos and Still Pictures on Facebook
NEWS FROM PENNYWISE THRIFT SHOP AT ST. MARY’S
PENNYWISE THRIFT SHOP
9801 Bonita Beach Road
Bonita Springs, Florida 34135
Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 10am to 3 pm
Slides to the right showcase our shop –>
Thank You Message to PennyWise Volunteers
A drone filmed aerial tour
St. Mary’s Episcopal Church
filmed by parishioner Charlie Baker
CHARISMS OF THE SPIRIT AND THE SUPERNATURAL
The power of the Holy Spirit is in fact inexhaustible and manifests itself in numerous ways. The word charisma from the Greek translates as gift of grace; and in a spiritual sense it refers to the divine gifts that enable us to accomplish our vocation within the Mystical Body of Christ, the Church. Further we are to be “good stewards of the manifold grace of God” (1 Peter 4:10) in terms of our ministry in the life of our parish, St. Mary’s; for the gifts of the spirit are for building up the church and the spread of the gospel. Included among the gifts are the utterance of wisdom, the utterance of knowledge, faith, gifts of healing, working miracles, prophecy, discernment of spirits, tongues, and the interpretation of tongues (1 Corinthians 12:4-11). Critically and of significant importance is the fact that certain gifts are associated with offices or ministries in the Church, including those given to apostles, prophets, teachers, workers of miracles, healers, helpers, administrators, and those who speak in tongues (1 Corinthians 12:28). It is often overlooked or sometimes comes as a surprise that much of the orthodoxy, tenets, and history of our faith relies on the charisms of
About St. Mary’s Episcopal Church
St. Mary’s Episcopal Church brings a wide variety of people with diverse backgrounds together for a spiritual journey. We welcome all visitors and encourage newcomers to join us for a welcome reception to meet our other members and the church leadership. Here at St. Mary’s, we have plenty of opportunities to worship and attend fellowship gatherings, special events, and volunteer events.
Meet The Rev. Dr. D. William Faupel
Priest in Charge
Priest in Charge
A personal welcome from Father Bill Faupel (The Rev. Dr. D. William Faupel) who is our Priest in Charge. Whether it is setting the tone for our worship, giving an inspirational sermon, or taking the time to pray with a parishioner in need, Fr. Bill is there for each of us.