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ST. MARTIN in the FIELDSEpiscopal ChurchServing through Faith, Praise, and Good WorksThe Reverend Daniel FitzSimmons, Rector3085 Church Rd.Mountain Top, PA 18707
Sunday Service: 10:00 A.M.
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Annual Pork & Sauerkraut Dinner
Saturday, Januray 28th
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Cost this year is $9.00 for adults, $4.50 for children 6-12, and children 5 and under are free. Take outs will be available. The menu includes: Pork, sauerkraut, green beans, mashed potatoes and gravy, homemade applesauce, fresh bread, and a variety of desserts. Dinner will be served family style.
Come and start the New Year with family, friends, and a great meal!
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An Advent Prayer
"Lord Jesus. master of both the light and the darkness, send your Holy Spirit upon our preparations for Christmas. We who are blessed in so many ways long
for the complete joy of your Kingdom. We whose hearts are heavy seek the joy of your presence. To you we say, 'Come Lord Jesus"
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Funeral Planning
Death and dying is not a particularly cozy topic for conversations, but there are times that it is necessary to discuss. So many times, over the years, when I've had the sad task of helping families to arrange funeral services, I've become keenly aware of the fact that most family members haven't a clue as to what their loved ones were about, as Christians. They had no ideas regarding favorite hymns or Scriptural passages, or even whether their loved ones preferred burial or cremation. In most cases, the choices were left to my discretion or my suggestions. We must also remember that this is a particularly stressful and sensitive time for family members, who also have to detail a great many other things in order to bring closure to their loved ones' life chapter.
As a result, a form has been prepared very specifically outlining the choice of hymns to be used at the funeral Mass, the Old and New testament readings to be used, and the Gospel that will be read. Readers may be selected from family members, or our regular readers at church may be asked if family members prefer not to participate. The forms will be available in the church office. I'll be more than happy to meet with you to discuss these arrangements. Once everything is selected, a copy will be given to you for your personal records. This should be kept in a place of easy access so that family members will know exactly what your last wishes entail. A copy will also be kept on file at the church. Completion of this form is certainly optional, but something to seriously consider. Please see me if you have any questions.
In Christ Always,
Fr. Dan+
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