There's something for everyone at Holy Family Episcopal Church this August! Join us as we worship, serve our neighbors, grow in faith, and enjoy fellowship together. This week's newsletter is filled with opportunities to connect with God and our community. ✨ This Week's Highlights 🙏 A Prayer for August Begin the month with a beautiful prayer of gratitude, renewal, and peace as we embrace God's presence during the summer season. ⛪ Join Us for Worship Celebrate Holy Eucharist this Sunday at 9:30 AM with Rev. Carmen Viola and Rev. Naomi Cressman, followed by fellowship during Coffee Hour. 📖 God Talk – The Heart of Discipleship Continue the conversation on what it means to follow Jesus in today's world on Sunday, August 16 at 11:00 AM. Everyone is welcome! 🎉 Messy Church – The Wedding at Cana Save the date for August 29 at 3:00 PM! Help assemble "Birthday Party in a Bag" kits for Unforgotten Haven by donating yellow cake mix, vanilla icing, boxed cookies, and unsigned children's birthda

Life can feel like waves—sometimes calm, sometimes overwhelming, and sometimes filled with unexpected joy. This week's Growing God's Holy Family newsletter reminds us that following Christ doesn't mean avoiding life's storms—it means learning to trust God through them, finding strength in community, and discovering that even the roughest waves eventually pass. 🌊 Thoughts & Reflections: Life in Waves This week's reflection from Carmen beautifully compares our spiritual lives to the rhythm of the ocean. There are moments when we feel tossed about by life's challenges, but God remains present through every wave. As Carmen reminds us, discipleship isn't always easy—it calls us to enter the surf, help others through their struggles, and trust that God is with us in every season. Sometimes, the most faithful response is simply to breathe, be still, and remember that every wave eventually reaches the shore. 🙏 Join Us for Worship Sunday Worship 📅 August 2 at 9:30 AM Everyone is welcome as w

There's something for everyone at Holy Family Episcopal Church this week! Join us as we continue growing in faith, serving our neighbors, and building community together. ✨ Here's what's happening: 🎉 Comedy Night – Save the Date! Mark your calendar for Saturday, November 7 for an evening of laughter featuring three local professional comedians. 🎒 Back-to-School Outreach – Help support students at Laurel Springs Elementary School by donating much-needed school supplies. 🎂 Messy Church: The Wedding at Cana – Join us on Saturday, August 29 at 3:00 PM for crafts, games, fun, a free dinner, and our "Birthday Party in a Bag" mission project for Unforgotten Haven. Donations of cake mix, icing, cookies, and unsigned birthday cards are being collected through August 23. 🍳 Pampered Chef Fundraiser – Shop online, discover new recipes, and support Holy Family from July 31–August 9. 🙏 Sunday Worship – Gather with us for worship, fellowship, and opportunities to grow in faith together. Whether

This week's Growing God's Holy Family is filled with inspiring stories of service, opportunities to grow in faith, and ways to make a difference in our community. From assembling 58 Empowerment Bags for women experiencing homelessness to preparing for Messy Church: The Wedding at Cana, Holy Family continues to share Christ's love in practical and meaningful ways. ❤️ This Week's Highlights Sharing Hope, One Empowerment Bag at a Time – Read how members of the Camden District ECW came together to create and fill 58 Empowerment Bags for women served by Unforgotten Haven, offering dignity, encouragement, and hope. God Talk: The Heart of Discipleship – Join the conversation this Sunday at 11:00 a.m. as we explore what it truly means to follow Jesus in everyday life. Messy Church: The Wedding at Cana – Save the date for Saturday, August 29 at 3:00 p.m.! Enjoy games, crafts, a free dinner, and help create "Birthday Party in a Bag" kits for children served by Unforgotten Haven. Donations of yel

This week's Growing God's Holy Family invites us to reflect on Jacob's story—a reminder that God works through imperfect people and continues shaping each of us into faithful disciples. Cathy Brackin shares a thoughtful reflection connecting Jacob's journey, our nation's 250-year story, and the hope that God is always at work in our lives. You'll also find plenty of opportunities to connect, grow, and serve this summer: ✨ God Talk: The Heart of Discipleship continues on Sunday, July 19, exploring what it truly means to follow Jesus in everyday life. 🥫 Saturday Outreach needs donations of essential household items as our shelves are running low. Every contribution helps neighbors in need. 🥪 Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich Ministry is gearing up to prepare 200 sandwiches for local outreach, and volunteers and donations are welcome. 🍲 First Friday Lunch returns on August 7, offering a free meal, warm hospitality, and fellowship for everyone in the community. 🍳 Pampered Chef Online Fund

This week's Growing God's Holy Family is filled with inspiration, opportunities to serve, and exciting events for the whole family. Discover encouraging reflections on following Jesus with wholehearted commitment, learn about upcoming ministries, and find ways to grow in faith and fellowship throughout the summer. 🎉 Don't miss these upcoming events: 🥪 First Friday Free Community Lunch, August 7, 2026 – Everyone is welcome! 🧺 Saturday Outreach Collection – Help support our neighbors in need. 💍 Messy Church – Saturday, August 29 at 3:00 PM The Wedding at Cana! Join us for an afternoon of games, crafts, music, fun, and a FREE family dinner as we explore Jesus' first miracle of turning water into wine. Whether you're a longtime member or looking for a welcoming church home, there's a place for you at Holy Family. 📖 Read the complete newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/holyfamilynj.org/growing-gods-holy-family-june282026-10154449