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SUMMARY:RAINDATE: TOMORROW\, SEPT 2nd
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER – EVENT MOVED TO WEDNESDAY\, SEPT 2nd\n\n\n10th Annual Addiction Awareness Vigil – New Canaan Parent Support Group\nThis outdoor event features live music\, tributes\, recovery testimonials\, resources\, and a candlelight vigil led by local faith community leaders. Live music starts at 6 pm\, with testimonials and candle lighting starting at 7pm on Wednesday\, September 2. \n6 South Avenue\, New Canaan. Town parking available at both Morse Court and Park Street lots. \n\n\n\nWhy a Vigil?\n\n\n\n\nThe Vigil was started in tribute to all the people who died too soon because of the addiction epidemic\, including its Founder Paul’s son Evan. The event has become a celebration of recovery\, with courageous speakers sharing stories of redemption and hope. Faith community leaders join to lead all of us in a candle lighting ceremony. Our goal is to help each other heal\, and to save lives by sharing stories. To learn more and reserve your Vigil candle\, click here. \n\n\n\nNew Canaan Parent Support Group believe families are a powerful part of the recovery process. It supports parents and caregivers walking alongside loved ones facing substance use and mental health challenges. Through weekly meetings\, educational events\, and community outreach\, we offer connection\, compassion\, and a safe place to share the journey. \n“My Pledge as a Member of my Community: I pledge that I will reach out to someone I know who is struggling. I will let the person know I’m thinking about them. I will tell the person I’m available to talk. I will take the initiative\, and NOT wait for the person to come to me. I will listen to their story. If I do speak\, I will have words of support and hope for their future.” \n 
URL:https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org/event/10th-annual-vigil-nc-parent-support-group/
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SUMMARY:Parish Picnic!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Parish Picnic! All are welcome! \nThe Parish Picnic will take place on Sunday\, September 13th at 11:15AM in the courtyard\, between the Church and Morrill Hall.  \nPlease wear your name tag. If you don’t have one\, we can make one for you.  \nWe’ll provide burgers and hot dogs for grilling and green salads  \nWe welcome your fork-friendly\, ready-to-serve sides and desserts to share. Helping hands are needed to set up and break down tables and chairs\, and clean-up after the picnic. \nSign up here or contact the Church Office at 203.966.4515. \n     . \n.     \n    .
URL:https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org/event/worlds-greatest-coffee-hour-2-2/
CATEGORIES:Community,Home,Outreach,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Sing Sing Prison Visitation
DESCRIPTION:The October 13th visitation is at full capacity. If you are interested in future Sing Sing Prison visits\, please reach out to Beth Ralston to reserve a future spot at bralston@stmarksnewcanaan.org or call the Church Office at 203.966.4515. \n\nThe Frederick Douglass Project for Justice seeks to change the public’s perception of the criminal justice system by becoming proximate with the humanity of incarcerated people. The program operates across multiple states\, offering powerful\, face-to-face conversations between visitors and those incarcerated. These visits go beyond observation—they are opportunities to listen\, connect\, and reflect in a way that fosters true understanding. \nWe have 15 spots reserved for St. Mark’s to visit the Sing Sing Correctional Facility on Tuesday\, September 15\, from 12;30-4PM. \nSing Sing Correctional Facility is located at 354 Hunter Street\, Ossining\, NY. The prison is built into the hillside along the Hudson River\, adjacent to the Metro-North railroad tracks. \nDuring the visit\, you will have the opportunity to interact directly with incarcerated individuals. Please follow the directions of staff at all times. To help make this a meaningful experience for everyone\, we ask that you: \n\nListen with an open heart.\nMake eye contact.\nRemember that everyone has something to teach and something to learn.\nTreat every person with dignity and respect.\n\nImmediately following the visit\, you are invited to a debrief and social time at a nearby restaurant. If your schedule allows\, we encourage you to stay. It is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the experience\, learn more about the Frederick Douglass Project\, and get to know members of the leadership team. If you have any questions\, please do not hesitate to reach out. \nTo learn more about the Frederick Douglas Project\, click here.
URL:https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org/event/sing-sing-prison-visitation/2026-09-15/
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SUMMARY:Church School “Teach & Sing”
DESCRIPTION:Dear Church School families\, \nThank you for the opportunity to partner with you in your child’s spiritual journey for the 2026–2027 program year. We’re looking forward to a wonderful year together! \nOur Church School classes meet every Sunday during the 10AM worship service. Childcare is also available for children who are not yet elementary school age. \nWe hope to see your children in Morrill Hall this Sunday at 10AM for “Teach and Sing” with Ned Tipton\, Director of Music Ministry. \nOur Church School curricula are carefully designed and selected for specific age groups. Please have your children attend the class for their grade so they can have the most engaging experience with their peers. \nKINDERGARTEN – Godly Play 1 \nGodly Play is a Montessori-based approach that helps children become aware of God’s presence in the world through visual storytelling. In part one\, children are introduced to the Old and New Testaments in chronological order. \nGRADES 1–2 – Godly Play 2 \nBuilding on year one\, children hear a more in-depth telling of the stories of our faith\, including an introduction to the lives of the prophets and Jesus’ apostles. \nGRADES 3–4 – Holy Moly \nOver a two-year cycle\, Holy Moly follows the arc of the Bible from Genesis through the early church. Children watch an animated\, narration-free version of the day’s Bible story and then interpret and explore it together through group discussion. \nGRADES 5–7 – Meet in the Middle \nThe Connect curriculum helps pre-teens make further sense of the Bible by revisiting its greatest stories and uncovering major biblical themes. Teachers lead age-appropriate conversations about how these stories relate to our lives and the challenges of living out our faith at home and school.
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SUMMARY:Fr. Peter Invite to High Schoolers
DESCRIPTION:High School Gathering – All Welcome\nDon’t miss this opportunity to share what matters to you!\n\nYouth Group is for all students in grades 9-12\, and our gatherings are a chance to grow in faith\, build friendships\, and serve together.  \nThis year we begin the season with a high school gathering at the Rectory on Sunday\, September 20th at 5:30PM. Your host: Father Peter. \nClick here for personal video invite from Father Peter. \nHe wants to hear from our high schoolers: What should youth ministry at St. Mark’s actually look like? \nThe gathering includes dinner\, time together\, and a chance to shape what comes next. Parents are invited to join at 6:45PM for dessert and to hear what the youth have talked about and to join the converation. \nPlease RSVP by clicking here. \nIf you’d like to learn more or get involved\, we would love to hear from you! Email ChurchOffice@StMarksNewCanaan.org.
URL:https://www.stmarksnewcanaan.org/event/fr-peter-high-schoolers-invite/
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