# St Mary Anne's Church > Rooted in the past, reaching for the future Website: https://www.stmaryanne.org Language: en (UTF-8) Charset: UTF-8 Generated: 2025-12-15T17:40:56-05:00 --- ## Posts - [8:00 Service Cancelation Today Due to Snow](https://www.stmaryanne.org/800-service-cancelation-today-due-to-snow/): Due to today's early morning snowfall, we are canceling the 8:00AM service. We will have a 10:00AM service and welcome Bishop Bud Shand! We hope to see you later this morning,... - [ECW Annual Christmas Cookie Walk](https://www.stmaryanne.org/ecw-annual-christmas-cookie-walk/):   Our Annual Christmas Cookie Walk  is on Saturday, December 6th from 9AM to Noon! As in years past, we will sell our delicious homemade Christmas cookies by the pound ($10.00). We will... - [Christmas Holiday Services](https://www.stmaryanne.org/christmas-holiday-services/): Worship with us this Christmas! Wednesday, Christmas Eve  5:00PM Family Service with Holy Eucharist, Rite II. Please bring your family! 7:00PM Holy Eucharist Service Rite II with Choir Thursday, Christmas Day... - [Wreaths Across America 2025](https://www.stmaryanne.org/wreaths-across-america-2025/): Wreaths Across America 2025 REMEMBER the Fallen. HONOR those who Serve. TEACH our children the value of Freedom. On Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 12:00 p.m., St. Mary Anne’s Churchyard will... - [November Coffee House performer Shanna in a Dress](https://www.stmaryanne.org/november-coffee-house-shanna-in-a-dress/): - [Coffee & Conversation-November 9th](https://www.stmaryanne.org/coffee-conversation-november/): Who is My Neighbor? Jesus answered this timeless question in the Parable of the Good Samaritan. At our Food Pantry, we answer it every single day. Come and learn more!... - [Churchyard Clean up Day](https://www.stmaryanne.org/churchyard-clean-up/):   Churchyard/Riverbank cleanup-Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 8:00AM The trees along our Churchyard and Rectory riverbanks need trimming, and the nearby goose fencing is overgrown with vegetation. We’re looking for... - [November Wednesday Women](https://www.stmaryanne.org/november-wednesday-women-2/): Wednesday Women's Luncheon November 5, 2025 12:00PM Parish Hall “Stuffed!” Join us for our November Wednesday Women's Luncheon as we explore the theme “Stuffed!” — and not just our Thanksgiving turkeys! Many... - [Fall Planning for the Annual Garden Market](https://www.stmaryanne.org/fall-planning-for-the-annual-garden-market/): Join Sande Taylor and Shelley Mace on Monday Oct 20 at 10am in the Parish Hall to learn about potting plants in the fall for your spring garden and for donations to... - [October Coffee House Performer Douglas Lira](https://www.stmaryanne.org/october-coffee-house-performer-douglas-lira/): [caption id="attachment_8118" align="aligncenter" width="619"] Screenshot[/caption] - [Coffee & Conversation October 12](https://www.stmaryanne.org/coffee-conversation-october-12/):   Coffee and Conversation – October 12 Join us between the 8 and 10 AM services for a warm cup of coffee and friendly fellowship. At 9:15 AM in the... - [September Coffee House-The Sin City Band Performs](https://www.stmaryanne.org/september-coffee-house-the-sin-city-band-performs/): - [Coffee & Conversation September 14](https://www.stmaryanne.org/coffee-conversation/): Coffee & Conversations 2nd Sundays-between church services September 14th-Melissa Cook-Mackenzie, Town Administrator till give an update on the Town of North East and local happenings.   - [Faith & Recovery Service Returns](https://www.stmaryanne.org/faith-recovery-service-a-12-step-church-service/):   Faith & Recovery Service A 12-Step Church Service Sunday, September 14th at 6:00PM we'll have our church service supporting those in Recovery. A light meal in the Parish Hall... - [Start off the School Year with a Backpack Blessing and Ice Cream Sundaes!](https://www.stmaryanne.org/sundae-sunday-2024/): Start off the School Year with a Backpack Blessing and Ice Cream Sundaes! We will do our Annual Blessing of the Backpacks on Sunday, September 7th at both 8 AM and 10 AM services. ... - [September Wednesday Women](https://www.stmaryanne.org/september-wednesday-women/): September Wednesday Women September 3, 2025 at 11:30 am The Rev. Dr. Darcy Williams will be our guest speaker and will talk to us about her Journey to the Priesthood.... - [Special July Coffee House performance-Tal Naccarato](https://www.stmaryanne.org/special-july-coffee-house-performance-tal-naccarato/): - [ECW 2025 Covered Dish Picnic](https://www.stmaryanne.org/ecw-covered-dish-picnic/): Annual ECW Covered Dish Picnic The ECW announces the 2025 date of this wonderful event as Tuesday, June 17th at 6PM. Mary & Ken Blomquist will once again host this... - [May Coffee House Performers, Lisa & Lori Brigantino](https://www.stmaryanne.org/may-coffee-house-performers-lisa-lori-brigantino/): - [Introducing our new Quilt Raffle!](https://www.stmaryanne.org/introducing-our-new-quilt-raffle/):   Our St. Mary Anne's Quilters kept busy this past year creating a beautiful new quilt to raffle off at this year's Garden Market. The floral hand-pieced, queen-sized quilt is... - [Easter Egg Hunt](https://www.stmaryanne.org/easter-egg-hunt-2/):                                                       Attention parents and... - [Holy Week & Easter Schedule](https://www.stmaryanne.org/holy-week-easter-schedule/): Palm Sunday, April 13, 2025 A Procession of Palms begins on Hoopes Court at 8AM and 10AM.  We celebrate a two-part service. First, we read the Liturgy of the Palms outside the... - [April Coffee House Date Change](https://www.stmaryanne.org/april-coffee-house-date/): Because of the Easter holiday, we will be holding Coffee House on the second Saturday instead of our usual third Saturday. The next Coffee House will be Saturday April 12th, when we will welcome Brody Bond from... - [Easter Flower Offering](https://www.stmaryanne.org/easter-flower-offering-2/): We anticipate a glorious Easter celebration in our sanctuary this year, and our Flower Committee is preparing beautiful altar and flowers for the church. At this time, we seek donations... - [Wednesday Women](https://www.stmaryanne.org/wednesday-women-4/): Wednesday Women Luncheon Recap   Spring was ushered in with friends at this week's Wednesday Women Luncheon. The ladies learned about container gardening techniques by Master Gardener Doris Behnke of... - [North East Hunger Appeal](https://www.stmaryanne.org/north-east-hunger-appeal/): In these uncertain times, it is a blessing to know that the Saint Mary Anne's Food Pantry is a visible and viable ministry. The first quarter of 2025 saw us... - [North Elk Coffee House April Performer-Brody Bond](https://www.stmaryanne.org/north-elk-coffee-house-april-performer-brody-bond/): - [Lenten Supper Series](https://www.stmaryanne.org/lenten-supper-series-2/): This Lent, ponder the themes of justice, poverty, freedom, and love. Join us for our Wednesday evening Lenten Supper series. We’ll be reading, The Final Days, A Lenten Journey through the... - [North Elk Coffee House March Performer--BerdDog Music Club](https://www.stmaryanne.org/north-elk-coffee-house-march-performer-birddog-music-club/): - [Ash Wednesday March 5, 2025](https://www.stmaryanne.org/ash-wednesday-march-5-2025/): Ash Wednesday Services March 5, 2025   Ash Wednesday begins the 40 days of our Lenten Season. We receive ashes to begin the season with an awareness of our mortality and... - [Shrove Tuesday 2025](https://www.stmaryanne.org/shrove-tuesday-2025/): Join us for yummy pancakes on Shrove Tuesday; Tuesday, March 4, 2025; 5-7PM. The pancake supper will be hosted by the Men's Group. Men of the parish are invited to join... - [North Elk Coffee House February Performer-Rupert Wates](https://www.stmaryanne.org/north-elk-coffee-house-february-performer-rupert-wates/): - [Food Pantry Updates](https://www.stmaryanne.org/food-pantry-updates/): The Food Pantry is closed on Saturday, January 25, 2025, so volunteers can attend Donne Lewis' funeral. Moving forward, the FP will be closed for every federal holiday and on snow... - [Vestry Nominees](https://www.stmaryanne.org/7946-2/): As we approach the Annual Meeting on January 26th, we need to focus our attention on the election of new Vestry members. The basic responsibilities of the Vestry are to... - [Revelation Bible Study](https://www.stmaryanne.org/revelation-bible-study/): A Book of Revelation Bible Study will begin on Saturday, February 1, 2025. Father Sam Hartman, Rector Emeritus, will lead this fascinating study of the New Testament's last book. The group... - [Valentine Luncheon](https://www.stmaryanne.org/7943-2/): Join us for our Valentine Luncheon Date: Sunday, February 9 Time: 12:00 noon Place: Parish Hall Menu: Baked Ziti (with sausage or meatless), Tossed Salad and Caesar Salad, Bread, Beverages, Assorted cookies and... - [2025 Annual Meeting](https://www.stmaryanne.org/2025-annual-meeting/): We will have a Combined Service at 10:00AM this Sunday, January 26th. Following the service, we will gather in the Parish Center for our Annual Church Meeting.   We encourage all parishioners to attend... - [North Elk Coffee House January 2025 Performers](https://www.stmaryanne.org/north-elk-coffee-house-january-2025-performers/): - [Wednesday Women Luncheon Returns](https://www.stmaryanne.org/wednesday-women-luncheon-returnsa/):   January will soon be here, and we are happy that Wednesday Women returns on Wednesday, January 8th from Noon-2PM! It promises to be another lovely luncheon and opportunity for... - [2025 Train Day](https://www.stmaryanne.org/train-day-returns/): Our Family Train Day Returns on January 4th! St. Mary Anne’s Mission Committee has hosted a model train show in the Parish Center for thirteen years. Model train enthusiasts of all... - [The Annual Christmas Cookie Walk](https://www.stmaryanne.org/the-annual-christmas-cookie-walk/): It's that Time of Year to Walk the Cookie Walk! Our Annual Christmas Cookie Walk  is this Saturday, December 7th from 9AM to Noon! As in years past, we will sell our delicious... - [Thanksgiving Day Service](https://www.stmaryanne.org/thanksgiving-day-service-3/): At St. Mary Anne's, we traditionally remember to "Give thanks to the Lord for he is good; his love endures forever" (Psalm 118), with our 10AM Thanksgiving Day Service. Our beautiful... - [Wreaths Across America](https://www.stmaryanne.org/wreaths-across-america-4/):   Our Annual Wreaths Across America event will be on Saturday, December 14 at Noon in the churchyard. We rely on donations to fund the wreaths for our veterans' graves. Wreaths are $17.00 each. Click here to... - [Giving Tree](https://www.stmaryanne.org/giving-tree-4/): One of our yearly outreach projects is the Giving Tree, which commits to providing Christmas gifts for local children who would otherwise do without. This year our Giving Tree project sponsors... - [Food Pantry Turkey Distribution](https://www.stmaryanne.org/food-pantry-turkey-distribution/): Our Outreach Food Pantry has been busy this week not only with a food delivery but also their Annual Turkey Distribution. On Thursday, Food Pantry volunteers distributed over 30 turkeys... - [Vestry Notes- November 20, 2024](https://www.stmaryanne.org/vestry-notes-november-20-2024/): The Vestry met on Wednesday evening at 6:30. The following are brief highlights. The full meeting minutes are typically available a week before the next monthly meeting. The Vestry meeting... - [Grazie!](https://www.stmaryanne.org/grazie/): Grazie! Dear Parishioners, Karen and I are deeply grateful to Father Sam and all parishioners who assisted with worship services and administrative duties during the past three weeks. During our... - [November North Elk Coffee House Performers-The Honey Badgers](https://www.stmaryanne.org/november-north-elk-coffee-house-performers-the-honey-badgers/): - [The ECW is Baking-up another Cookie Walk!](https://www.stmaryanne.org/the-ecw-is-baking-up-another-cookie-walk/): Our Annual Christmas Cookie Walk  is on Saturday, December 7th from 9AM to Noon! As in years past, we will sell our delicious homemade Christmas cookies by the pound ($9.00). We will need... - [Family Train Day Banner Contest](https://www.stmaryanne.org/family-train-day-banner-contest/): Our next Family Train Day will be on Saturday, Jan. 4. Our street banner (shown here above), which the town hangs over Main Street for two weeks prior to the event... - [UPDATED Parish Picnic-September 29, 2024](https://www.stmaryanne.org/parish-picnic-2/):   The Bishop's Annual Visitation in the Church at 10AM! Sunday, September 29, 2024 and Our Church Picnic, brimming with plenty of delicious food, in The Parish Hall following the Service. A decision... - [St Francis Day--Blessing of the Animals](https://www.stmaryanne.org/st-francis-day-blessing-of-the-animals/):     Blessing of the Animals Join us Sunday, October 6th, as we celebrate St. Francis Day. We will bless our beloved pets at our 8:00AM and 10:00AM services. If the... - [2024-2025 North Elk Coffee House Season Begins in September](https://www.stmaryanne.org/2023-2024-north-elk-coffee-house-season-begins-in-september/):   The North Elk Coffee House performances will resume on 21 Sep with our very own Joel Alarcon, Sr. Doors open at 7:00 pm and music starts at 7:30.  ... - [Bible study of Genesis](https://www.stmaryanne.org/bible-study-of-genesis/):   A traditional Bible study of Genesis starts on September 21st at 10 AM-11:15 for ten weeks. The course will finish before Thanksgiving. Attendees are asked to bring their favorite Bible. The group... - [Whispers of Romantic Dreams Concert](https://www.stmaryanne.org/whispers-of-romantic-dreams-concert/): A Romantic Concert, Talented Musicians, and Brazilian Treats! You’re invited to “Whispers of Romantic Dreams,” a captivating viola and piano recital on Saturday, August 17th at 4:00 pm at Saint... - [North Elk Coffee House May Performer- Dave Rowe](https://www.stmaryanne.org/north-elk-coffee-house-may-performer-dave-rowe/): - [Butterfly Quilt Raffle](https://www.stmaryanne.org/butterfly-quilt-raffle/): Now is your chance to purchase raffle tickets for the Butterflies in the Garden quilt! Purchase tickets at our Annual Garden Market on May 3 (9-6PM) and May 4 (9-4PM) or do... - [Donations and Help Needed for Garden Market](https://www.stmaryanne.org/donations-and-help-needed-for-garden-market/): We Need Your Help! Work at a booth, such as the Bake Table, the Silent Auction, the ECW Plant Table, Duck Races and Children's Marigold Planting. Or, help with set-up... - [Kid's Clothing Drive](https://www.stmaryanne.org/kids-clothing-drive/): We are now collecting new children's clothes for the Deep Roots organization, as they celebrate ten years of helping homeless families in Cecil County. Since their population changes regularly, they ask for... - [April Vestry Meeting Notes](https://www.stmaryanne.org/april-vestry-meeting-notes/): The following are highlights from the Wednesday, April 17, 2024 Vestry Meeting. As always, complete Vestry Minutes are available to the Parish a few weeks after each meeting. ·       Father John... - [North Elk Coffee House April Performer-Kate MacLeod's Mind the Gap](https://www.stmaryanne.org/north-elk-coffee-house-april-performer/): - [Young Performers Concert](https://www.stmaryanne.org/young-performers-concert-2/): - [Labyrinth Walk during Holy Week](https://www.stmaryanne.org/labyrinth-walk/):   Returning this year is the Labyrinth Walk! There will be 2 sessions: 12-2PM and 5-7PM on Wednesday March 27th. A labyrinth helps direct one's focus toward God. Unlike a maze,... - [Holy Week Schedule](https://www.stmaryanne.org/holy-week-schedule-3/): Journey with us through Holy Week (March 24-31, 2024) Palm Sunday, 8AM and 10AM Services begin on Hoopes Court for the Procession of the Palms. Monday Evening Prayer Service 6:30PMBeautiful... - [North Elk Coffee House March Performer--Rupert Wates](https://www.stmaryanne.org/march-north-elk-coffee-house-performer/): - [Way of Love Lenten Suppers](https://www.stmaryanne.org/way-of-love-lenten-suppers/): Is a great way to connect with others, deepen your faith and have some food and lively discussion! If you’re new to SMA or a long time member please join... - [Ash Wednesday Services](https://www.stmaryanne.org/ash-wednesday-services-2/): Ash Wednesday Services February 14, 2024 Ash Wednesday begins the 40 days of our Lenten Season. We receive ashes to begin the season with an awareness of our mortality and repentance.... - [North Elk Coffee House February Performer-The Sin City Band](https://www.stmaryanne.org/north-elk-coffee-house-february-performers/): - [Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper](https://www.stmaryanne.org/shrove-tuesday-pancake-supper-4/): - [North Elk Coffee House January Performer Brody Bond](https://www.stmaryanne.org/north-elk-coffee-house-january-performer-brody-bond/): January Coffee House featuring Brody Bond The North Elk Coffee House returns with performer Brody Bond on Saturday evening, January 20, 2024. Doors open at 7:00 with showtime at 7:30PM... - [Coffee & Conversation with Father John Schaeffer](https://www.stmaryanne.org/coffe-conversation-with-father-john-schaeffer/): This your chance to ask Father John your questions about his life and his ministry that you’ve been wondering about - why and when did he leave the Catholic faith... - [Christmas Services](https://www.stmaryanne.org/christmas-services-2/): Please join us this Christmas to celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ! Christmas Eve Services: Family Service 5:00PM Service with the String Quartet 7:00PM Christmas Day Service 10AM - [Wreaths Across America 2023](https://www.stmaryanne.org/wreaths-across-america-2023/): On December 16 at 12:00 pm, Wreaths Across America returns to St. Mary Anne's Cemetery to remember and honor our veterans through the laying of remembrance wreaths on the graves of our... - [North Elk Coffee House this Saturday!](https://www.stmaryanne.org/north-elk-coffee-house-this-saturday/): - [Thanksgiving Day Service](https://www.stmaryanne.org/thanksgiving-day-service-2/): Before the turkey and football this Thanksgiving, please don't forget to thank God for all your blessings! You can do that at our wonderful Thanksgiving morning worship service at 10AM. This... - [A Fire in the Churchyard](https://www.stmaryanne.org/a-fire-in-the-churchyard/): A commercial lawnmower from our landscaper caught on fire Tuesday afternoon in our churchyard. The fire was attended to by Chris Tome, his two employees, Fr. John and the North... - [A Truck-full of Turkeys!](https://www.stmaryanne.org/a-truck-full-of-turkeys/): Our Food Pantry clients will enjoy turkey and the fixings this Thanksgiving thanks to the efforts of our Food Pantry workers on Thursday. Donnie Lewis, who manages our Food Pantry,... - [Pledge Reminder](https://www.stmaryanne.org/pledge-reminder/): Loved ones, Sometimes life gets busy and things are put aside for a bit. For those who have not yet pledged for 2024, we're reaching out with hearts full of... - [Giving Tree 2023](https://www.stmaryanne.org/giving-tree-2023/): One of our yearly outreach projects is the Giving Tree, which commits to providing Christmas gifts for local children who would otherwise do without. This year our Giving Tree project sponsors... - [November Vestry Meeting](https://www.stmaryanne.org/november-vestry-meeting/): The Vestry met on Wednesday evening, and here are the highlights: John thanked Fr. Sam for taking the Sunday Services during his recent trip to visit family in Connecticut. In... - [Annual Christmas Cookie Walk Returns!](https://www.stmaryanne.org/annual-christmas-cookie-walk-returns/): Our  Annual Christmas Cookie Walk  returns on Saturday, December 2 from 9 to Noon in our Parish Hall. We intend to have a huge and delicious assortment of homemade Christmas... - [Wreaths Across America](https://www.stmaryanne.org/wreaths-across-america-3/): On December 16 at 12:00 pm, Wreaths Across America returns to St. Mary Anne's Cemetery to remember and honor our veterans through the laying of remembrance wreaths on the graves of our... - [Make Me An Instrument of Peace: A Guide to Civil Discourse](https://www.stmaryanne.org/make-me-an-instrument-of-peace-a-guide-to-civil-discourse/): How many of us have ever prayed, "Lord make me an instrument of your peace"; then found ourselves in complex and polarized situations that made peace seem impossible? This course... - [North Elk Coffee House November Performer](https://www.stmaryanne.org/north-elk-coffee-house-october-performer/): - [November Wednesday Women](https://www.stmaryanne.org/november-wednesday-women/):   Wednesday Women Luncheon Parish women are invited to our next Wednesday Women Luncheon on November 1, 2023 at 12:00 noon in the Parish Hall. On menu will feature pasta, salad, bread and... - [Vestry Statement on Stewardship](https://www.stmaryanne.org/vestry-statement-on-stewardship/): We kick off our annual Stewardship Campaign this week. You will receive a Stewardship letter and pledge card in your mailbox within the next few days. Commitment Sunday is this... - [ECW Upcoming Events](https://www.stmaryanne.org/ecw-upcoming-events/): ECW Upcoming Events Save the dates! NEW! Wednesday, November 1, 2023, Wednesday Women Luncheon; 12 Noon; Parish Hall Saturday, November 11, 2023, ECW Meeting; 9:30AM; Parish Hall Saturday, December 2,... - [A Great Start!](https://www.stmaryanne.org/a-great-start/): Last Sunday, we kicked off our fall activities with the Annual Back Pack Blessing and Sundae Sunday. Children and teachers from both services received a prayers for the new school... - [A Successful Luncheon!](https://www.stmaryanne.org/a-successful-luncheon/): Parish women kicked off their fall activities this week with a Wednesday Women Luncheon. It was the largest Wednesday Women Luncheon to date with thirty-five ladies in attendance! They enjoyed soup... - [ECW Fall Meeting](https://www.stmaryanne.org/ecw-fall-meeting-2/): The ECW (Episcopal Church Women) invite all parish women to an ECW Fall Meeting on Friday, September 22; at 10AM in the Parish Hall. All Parish women are encouraged to join in... - [Sunday School Teachers Needed](https://www.stmaryanne.org/sunday-school-teachers-needed/): We’re starting up our Church School on Sunday October 1. We’ll be having 1 session per month in October, November and December. We’ll then evaluate in January and consider 2... - [Make Me an Instrument of Your Peace: A Guide to Civil Discourse.](https://www.stmaryanne.org/make-me-an-instrument-of-your-peace-a-guide-to-civil-discourse/): How many of us have ever prayed, "Lord make me an instrument of your peace"; then found ourselves in complex and polarized situations that made peace seem impossible? This course... - [EfM Sunday Graduation](https://www.stmaryanne.org/efm-sunday-graduation/): To All EfM Graduates  : Please plan on attending the 10:00 service on Sunday , Aug 13th. We will be celebrating our two newest 4 year EfM graduates, Rich and Wendy Gilbert. Having overcome Covid-19,... - [UPDATE!! DATE Change!! ECW Covered Dish Picnic 2023](https://www.stmaryanne.org/ecw-covered-dish-picnic-2023/): The ECW Covered Dish Picnic Makes a Return! The ECW announces the return of this wonderful event on Thursday, June 29, at 6PM. Mary & Ken Blomquist will once again... - [North Elk Coffee House May Show](https://www.stmaryanne.org/north-elk-coffee-house-may-show/): Taylor Abrahamse – May 20, 2023 - [North Elk Coffee House's April Show](https://www.stmaryanne.org/north-elk-coffee-houses-april-show/): North Elk Coffee House 24th Anniversary Season Third Saturday of the Month April 15, 2023 at 7:30PM in the Parish Center Features: Hiroya Tsukamoto Doors Open at 7:00PM, Hiroya takes... - [Cecil County Choral Society Spring Concert](https://www.stmaryanne.org/cecil-county-choral-society-spring-concert/): Cecil County Choral Society Spring Concert Tuesday, March 28 at 7:30PM at St. Mary Anne's! “Music is not a luxury but a necessity…it is the persistent focus of man’s intelligence,... - [Churchyard Clean Up Day](https://www.stmaryanne.org/churchyard-clean-up-day/): It's time to clean-up the churchyard, and riverbank, for our Easter celebration and upcoming Garden Market. Our annual Spring Churchyard Clean-up is Saturday, April 1, from 9-11AM. If you have... - [Lenten Supper Series](https://www.stmaryanne.org/lenten-supper-series/): Our 2023 Lenten Supper Series... is a great way to connect with others, deepen your faith and have some food and lively discussion! If you’re new to SMA or a... - [North Elk Coffee House February Performance--Unheard Sounds](https://www.stmaryanne.org/7285-2/): Next Saturday, February 18th Doors Open at 7PM Performance starts at 7:30PM   Performance by Unheard Sounds   Featuring musicians: Joel Alarcon Sr./Violin, Fabio Dantas Costa, Viola/Guitar, Cesar Colmenares/Cello  ... ## Pages - [St. Mary Anne's Dream Big Scholarship](https://www.stmaryanne.org/st-mary-annes-dream-big-scholarship/): St Mary Anne’s Dream Big Scholarship was established in 2017 with a generous $25,000 memorial donation given by the children of Elizabeth and Harold Flood. The fund continues to grow... - [St. Mary Anne's Quilters](https://www.stmaryanne.org/st-mary-annes-quilters/): Formed in September 2022, St. Mary Anne’s Quilters is a group of quilters dedicated to providing comfort to parishioners and others in the community. They meet weekly to create lap... - [Sponsorship Levels for the Garden Market](https://www.stmaryanne.org/sponsorship-levels-for-the-garden-market/):   Passion Flower Sponsors who donate $1,000 or more. You share a passion for our community and partner with us to help make the Garden Market thrive! Your contribution helps... - [Garden Market Sponsors](https://www.stmaryanne.org/garden-market-sponsors/): This spring,  the Annual Garden Market flourished with over 5,000 neighbors and visitors from the tristate area enjoying our two-day Garden Market—our largest crowd ever! We will soon be in... - [No Invasive Plants](https://www.stmaryanne.org/no-invasive-plants/): Invasive Plants Not Permitted at The Annual Garden Market Cytisus scoparius: Scotch Broom Miscanthus sinensis: Chinese Silvergrass Iris pseudacorus: Pale Yellow or Yellow Flag Iris Rubus phoenicolasius: Wineberry Acer platanoides:... - [2024 Vendor Reservations & Pricing](https://www.stmaryanne.org/2024-vendor-reservations-pricing/): Don’t miss out on being a Garden Market vendor! Spaces fill fast! Reserve your spot as soon as possible!   To be a Garden Market vendor, please provide the following... - [Garden Market Vendor Instructions](https://www.stmaryanne.org/garden-market-vendor-instructions/): Welcome to both new and previous vendors. We hope you will be able to join us at this year’s Garden Market, as it is a great opportunity to raise awareness... - [Vendor Information](https://www.stmaryanne.org/2025-vendor-information/): Our Annual Garden Market offers vendors the opportunity to sell garden-related and natural products to the public on May 2 & 3, 2025. - [Senior Ministry](https://www.stmaryanne.org/senior-ministry/): St. Mary Anne's Senior Ministry reflects the parish's commitment to engage the elderly in prayer and worship, and emotional support. Our efforts are fostered by Scripture, when God commanded the... - [Recovery Ministry](https://www.stmaryanne.org/recovery-ministry/): Faith & Recovery 12-Step Eucharist Service St. Mary Anne's is dedicated to help strengthen those in recovery with a message of hope, redemption and God's grace. By way of doing... - [The Gardening Team & The Green Team](https://www.stmaryanne.org/the-garden-team/):   The Gardening Team care for our historic churchyard including the Memorial Garden, flower beds, rose gardens, and container plantings. We honor and respect God's creation and the generations of believers... - [The Thompson Memorial Crocus Lawn](https://www.stmaryanne.org/the-thompson-memorial-crocus-lawn/): Our parish established The Thompson Memorial Crocus Lawn in 2020 with the planting of 10,000 crocus bulbs in our historic churchyard. Their spring blossoms remind us of a treasured community... - [Our Videos](https://www.stmaryanne.org/our-videos/): [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/embed?listType=playlist&list=UUGHX-bvx_QNxgdcld1Uf7Ag&layout=gallery[/embedyt] - [Annual Garden Market](https://www.stmaryanne.org/about-annual-garden-market/): Over 50 garden-related flower vendors for spring planting. 4,000+ visitors during this popular springtime event. Food too! - [St. Mary Anne's String Studio](https://www.stmaryanne.org/st-mary-annes-string-studio/): St. Mary Anne’s String Studio in North East, Maryland offers private lessons to all ages in Violin, Viola, Cello, Bass and Piano. Instruction provided for all levels from novice to expert. Private lessons, Group lessons, and Chamber Groups available. - [No Access](https://www.stmaryanne.org/no-access/): [dlm_no_access] - [Wreaths Across America](https://www.stmaryanne.org/wreaths-across-america/): On Saturday, December 15th , Wreaths across America is coming to St. Mary Anne’s Cemetery in North East, Maryland for the third year! After a moving noon-time tribute ceremony, we will place wreaths on the graves of veterans buried in the cemetery. Please don't miss this wonderful holiday event. Invite your family and friends and begin a family tradition! - [North Elk Coffee House](https://www.stmaryanne.org/north-elk-coffee-house/):   For 27 years, our church has hosted The North Elk Coffee House performances. Guest musicians (primarily folk and country performers) entertain the local community in our Parish Hall, with... - [Donate](https://www.stmaryanne.org/donate/): Thank you for donating to St. Mary Anne's Episcopal Church. To Give via our Online Giving Form, please click the button below. You will be taken to our Online Giving... - [Gallery 2017](https://www.stmaryanne.org/gallery-2017-2/): [gallery ids="3840,3839,3838,3837,3834,3833,3832,3831,3830,3829,3828,3827,3826,3825,3824,3823,3822,3821,3820,3819,3818,3817,3816,3815,3814,3813,3812,3811,3810,3809,3808,3805,3804,3803,3802,3801,3700,3616,3614,3613,3612,3611,3610,3609,3608,3607,3606,3603,3592"] - [Gallery 2017 (1)](https://www.stmaryanne.org/gallery-2017/): [gallery ids="3309,3311,3312,3313,3314,3315,3316,3099,3097,3095,3092,3098,3548,3549,3551,3553,3555,3556,3557,3561,3560,3558,3563,3564,3565,3566,3567,3572,3571,3569,3568,3573,3574,3575,3576,3577,3582,3581,3580,3579,3578,3583,3584,3585,3586,3588,3593,3592,3591,3590,3589,3594,3595,3596,3597,3598"] - [Membership](https://www.stmaryanne.org/membership/): As members of St. Mary Anne's, we worship the Lord like generations before us--with traditional worship, song and hope in the risen Christ! You are invited to consider membership and worship... - [Requiem](https://www.stmaryanne.org/requiem/): The Requiem is the centerpiece of a worship through music hour at the church on Palm Sunday and helps us prepare for the most holy of weeks. - [2:42 Men's Group](https://www.stmaryanne.org/242-mens-group/): The 2:42 Men's Group promotes fellowship, learning and service and is based on Acts 2:42: "They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer."... - [Vestry Nominees for 2017](https://www.stmaryanne.org/vestry-nominees/): My name is Phyllis Doyle.  My husband, Bob and I came to St. Mary Anne’s for the first time on St. Francis Sunday, 2006 and immediately knew we had found... - [Photos 2017 (Holy Week)](https://www.stmaryanne.org/gallery-2017-3/): [caption id="attachment_3205" align="alignleft" width="225"] Banner given in appreciation to outgoing Senior Warden, Melissa Cook MacKenzie[/caption] - [Garden Market 2017](https://www.stmaryanne.org/garden-market-2017/):   Our 20th Annual Garden Market will be held May 5-6, 2017. Learn more about our Garden Market at our St. Mary Anne's Garden Market website.   - [Christmas Services](https://www.stmaryanne.org/christmas-services/): Christmas Eve at 5:00PM--attendees are encouraged to arrive early for a traditional family Christmas Carol sing from 4:30PM-4:50PM. Sing "Jingle Bells" and other Christmas favorites! Reservations required (this service is... - [Christmas Cookie Walk](https://www.stmaryanne.org/christmas-cookie-walk/): Annual Christmas Cookie Walk, Saturday, December 7 from 9-Noon, St. Mary Anne's Parish Center in North East, Maryland. We have a huge and delicious assortment of homemade Christmas cookies to purchase by the pound. - [Stewardship](https://www.stmaryanne.org/stewardship/): St. Mary Anne's Episcopal Church 2026 Pledge I/We want to pledge to St. Mary Anne's Episcopal Church for the 2026 calendar year. Please enter your information in the form, and... - [Calendar](https://www.stmaryanne.org/calendar/): [ecwd id="2589" type="full" page_items="5" event_search="yes" display="full" displays="full,list,week,day" filters=""] - [Special Needs Ministry](https://www.stmaryanne.org/special-needs-ministry/): Jesus opened his arms to all people: The blind, lame, ill and hopeless. As His body, the Episcopal Church as a whole, has committed itself to doing the same. With... - [Sundae Sunday](https://www.stmaryanne.org/sundae-sunday/): Join us for our first Annual Sundae Sunday on September 11th! We will enjoy ice cream sundaes on Hoopes Court between our two Sunday Services and after the 10:30AM Service.... - [Youth Group Calendar 2016-2017](https://www.stmaryanne.org/youth-group-calendar-2016-2017/): September         18th                         Kick-Off Meeting- Corn Hole, Giant Jenga and More October               2nd                          CROP Walk ??? TIME??? 16th                         Getting to... - [Pastoral Care](https://www.stmaryanne.org/pastoral-care/): Pastoral visitation by our priest is scheduled according the needs of the congregation. Pastoral emergency visits to a hospital or care setting can quickly occur, but our priest needs to... - [Vestry](https://www.stmaryanne.org/vestry/): An elected vestry governs the parish. Each January, the Junior and Senior Warden, the Treasurer, and the Rector present reports to the parish at the annual meeting. At that time,... - [Churchyard & Memorial Garden Regulations](https://www.stmaryanne.org/churchyard-memorial-garden-regulations/): Remove not the ancient landmark, which thy ancestors have set. Proverbs 22:28 Because of the need to conserve space in St. Mary Anne’s historic churchyard, lots are available only to... - [Family Train Day](https://www.stmaryanne.org/train-day/): St. Mary Anne’s Mission Committee has hosted a model train show in the Parish Center each January for fifteen years. Model train enthusiasts of all ages chase the cold winter... - [Funerals](https://www.stmaryanne.org/funerals/): The passing of a loved one, whether sudden or long-expected, is difficult. The St Mary Anne’s clergy and parish find it to be a privilege to offer our prayers, comfort... - [Baptisms](https://www.stmaryanne.org/baptism-procedures/): Holy Baptism is full initiation by water and the Holy Spirit into Christ's Body the Church. We love to do Baptisms at St. Mary Anne's!  Baptized babies, children, or adults, are... - [Garden Market 2016](https://www.stmaryanne.org/garden-market-photos/): [gallery ids="1856,1857,1858,1859,1860,1861,1862,1863,1864,1865,1866,1867,1868,1869,1870,1871,1872,1873,1874,1875,1876,1877,1878,1879,1880,1881,1882"] - [Youth Group Mission Trip](https://www.stmaryanne.org/youth-group-mission-trip/): We were excited to send some of our SMA youth on a mission trip to Costa Rica this July. Our youth missionaries, in collaboration with the Diocese of Easton, helped build a church and... - [Contact Us](https://www.stmaryanne.org/contact-us-2/): [contact-form-7 id="1803" title="Contact Us"] - [Parish Committees](https://www.stmaryanne.org/parish-committees-2/): There are many committees that are integral to the effective management of the parish. If parishioners are interested in joining a particular committee, they can express their interest to the chairperson.... - [Alcohol/Drug Policy](https://www.stmaryanne.org/alcoholdrug-policy/): Concerning Alcoholic Beverages in the Local Parish The Episcopal Church has never endorsed prohibiting the use of beverages containing alcohol among adult members. Scripture offers Jesus' example of the use... - [Parish Hall Use](https://www.stmaryanne.org/parish-hall-use/): As important part of the outreach of St. Mary Anne's Church to the community, outside organizations may use the Parish Hall building. Usage must comply with the schedule of Parish... - [Music](https://www.stmaryanne.org/music/): In the Psalms we are exhorted to praise God’s name in song and with instruments. Through our music ministry, members of our congregation participate in making a “joyful noise," and... - [Fellowship Ministry](https://www.stmaryanne.org/fellowship-ministry/): The St. Mary Anne parish enjoys fellowship opportunities throughout the year. The Fellowship Ministry Committee assists in the planning and set-up of parish events, such as the Valentine Day Luncheon,... - [Food Pantry](https://www.stmaryanne.org/outreach-office-food-bank/):   Our Food Pantry is open on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays from 9:30AM - 12:00PM. It can be reached by telephone during these hours at 410-287-2230. The Food Pantry is... - [Coffee Hour](https://www.stmaryanne.org/coffee-hour/):   Our Sunday coffee hours are an important fellowship opportunity for parishioners to meet over a cup of coffee and a breakfast snack. Attendees of the early service, frequently stay... - [The ECW](https://www.stmaryanne.org/the-ecw/): The Episcopal Church Women is an active fellowship ministry at St. Mary Anne's. All the women of the parish are considered "members" of this fellowship group. Meetings are held periodically... - [Youth Group](https://www.stmaryanne.org/youth-group-2/): Youth Group meets twice a month on Sunday's from 11:30 to 1PM. Pizza, films and discussions related to faith part of the activities. This group is for pre-teens and teens... - [Contact Us](https://www.stmaryanne.org/contact-us/): [contact-form-7 id="1442" title="Untitled"] - [Clergy](https://www.stmaryanne.org/clergy/): The Rev. John Schaeffer is the Priest in Charge of St. Mary Anne's Episcopal Church in North East, Maryland. The Rev. Dr. Sam Hartman is the Rector Emeritus. - [Building & Grounds](https://www.stmaryanne.org/building-grounds/): St. Mary Anne's is located at the corner of Church Point Road and Main Street in the town of North East, Maryland. Entirely situated on the picturesque banks of the... - [Parish Administration](https://www.stmaryanne.org/parish-administration/): The Vestry is comprised of nine members who are elected, at the January Annual Meeting, for a three-year term in alternate groups of three.  The Vestry provides administrative and financial oversight.... - [Youth Formation](https://www.stmaryanne.org/youth-formation/):   Youth Ministry Opportunities Our youth are frequently found serving at our altar during Sunday services, as acolytes, crucifers, and lectors. Their active participation gives them a hands-on opportunity to... - [Adult Formation](https://www.stmaryanne.org/adult-formation-3/):   In the Episcopal Church, we believe that Christian formation is the lifelong process of growing in our relationship with God, self, others, and all creation. To grow in our... - [News](https://www.stmaryanne.org/news/): - [Our Liturgy & Sacraments](https://www.stmaryanne.org/our-liturgy-sacraments/): Our Liturgy The Book of Common Prayer contains our liturgy and expresses our doctrine. "The Book of Common Prayer is a treasure chest full of devotional and teaching resources for... - [Our Beliefs](https://www.stmaryanne.org/our-beliefs/):   We proclaim the central tenet of our faith: Christ has died, Christ is risen, Christ will come again. We profess our faith using the ancient creeds of the church: the Apostles’... - [Holy Week Service Schedule](https://www.stmaryanne.org/holy-week-service-schedule/): Palm Sunday (March 25th):  Procession of the Palms and Holy Eucharist 8AM and 10AM; Requiem at 4:00PM Monday: Sanctuary is open for personal prayer and quiet time from 6-8PM Tuesday: Evening Prayer at... - [Location](https://www.stmaryanne.org/location-and-directions/):   St. Mary Anne's Episcopal Church 315 S. Main Street North East, MD 21901 St. Mary Anne's Episcopal Church is located in the scenic town of North East, Maryland. From... - [Staff](https://www.stmaryanne.org/staff/): Valerie Manges, Parish Administrator Valerie and her husband Matt are Chesapeake Isle residents. They have a grown son, Alex, who served in the US Army. She was a medical facility... - [Let Us Pray](https://www.stmaryanne.org/let-us-pray/): Prayers In Pain Lord Jesus Christ, by your patience in suffering you hallowed earthly pain and gave us the example of obedience to your Father’s will: Be near me in... - [Who was St. Mary Anne?](https://www.stmaryanne.org/about-st-mary-annes-parish/who-was-st-mary-anne/): Well, there was no St. Mary Anne ... but there's a good story involved in the unique name of our church.  In 1706, the colonial legislature and governor of Maryland... - [Service Times](https://www.stmaryanne.org/worship/): Sunday Morning Services: 8:00AM   Rite 1 Service with Holy Eucharist 10:00AM  Rite 2 Service with Holy Eucharist Recovery Service:  2nd Sunday of the Month; 6:00PM; Praise music, testimonial, and... - [Welcome to St. Mary Anne's!](https://www.stmaryanne.org/): Welcome to an active and vibrant Episcopal parish in a beautiful historic church on the Upper Chesapeake Bay. - [Wedding Policies](https://www.stmaryanne.org/st-mary-annes-wedding-policies/): Christian marriage is a solemn and public covenant in the presence of God.  As such, marriage is a sacrament of the church.  A marriage ceremony must be attested to by... - [St. Mary Anne's History](https://www.stmaryanne.org/about-st-mary-annes-parish/st-mary-annes-history/): In 1706, owing to the lack of the established church on the northern shore of the Elk River, the colonial legislature and governor of Maryland established the North Elk Parish.... - [Liturgical Ministry Schedules](https://www.stmaryanne.org/parish-ministries/liturgical-ministry-schedules/):  Acolyte Schedule April May June 2017 VPOW Schedule altar-guild-2017-schedule-webpage SMA Layreaders 2nd Qtr. 2017   Almighty and everlasting God, by whose Spirit the whole body of they faithful people is governed... - [Help & Mission](https://www.stmaryanne.org/parish-outreach/): At St. Mary Anne's, we believe that outreach involves far more than writing a check. Our parishioners are involved in the life of the local and the worldwide community. Food... - [Child Formation](https://www.stmaryanne.org/parish-ministries/religious-education/):   We believe that the best instruction for children and adults in the Christian Faith, and our Episcopal expression of that faith, is participation in our Sunday worship services. You... - [Worship Ministries](https://www.stmaryanne.org/parish-ministries/): We encourage parishioners to actively participate in our worship.  There are many opportunities to help during our Sunday services, and on special occasions.  New participants in these roles are always... - [Parish Calendar](https://www.stmaryanne.org/parish-events/): [calendar]   - [About Us](https://www.stmaryanne.org/about-st-mary-annes-parish/): St. Mary Anne's is an Episcopal Parish. We are a parish in the Diocese of Easton, a constituent Diocese of the Episcopal Church.  The Episcopal Church is the current day descendant... ## Additional Resources - [Full Content](https://www.stmaryanne.org/llms-full.txt): Complete detailed content in a single file