Welcome to Church of the Holy Spirit!
36 Gould Street, Verona, NJ 07044 • Phone: (973) 239-2850
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The red door on an Episcopal (Anglican) Church is traditionally a sign of welcome. Come through the door, and you'll discover that we are a multi-generational, family-centered church.
Our congregation worships together, supports each other in times of trouble, celebrates together, and does God’s work in the world. We are open, welcoming, and inclusive. We invite you to join us! |
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Worship Schedule
Sunday Mornings
8am Quiet Eucharist - Also available via Zoom. 9am Choir Rehearsal (September - June) 10am Choral Eucharist and Sunday School (September - June) - Also available via Zoom and Facebook. Email our office for the Zoom logon passcode information. |
What's happening?
Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. - Sunday, January 19
On Sunday, January 19, 2025 at both the 8am and 10am services we will celebrate the life and legacy of The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. We will listen to a portion of his August 28, 1963 "I Have A Dream Speech" during both Eucharists. Be inspired by this faithful man who fought hard for civil rights, and is a true saint of our time.
Prayer Shawl Ministry Next Meets on Wednesday, January 22
For the month of January, our Prayer Shawl Ministry will gather to meditate and knit on Wednesday, January 8 and Wednesday, January 22 in our Fellowship Hall at 1pm. This is a spiritual practice that benefits the practitioner and those gifted with these sacred mantles. This ministry is nondenominational and open to anyone who is seeking to step away from their daily stresses with an alternative form of meditation. Our dedicated knitters have made shawls, blankets for Baptisms, hats/scarfs for our Food Pantry, prayer patches for Memorial Day and so much more. Please email Rev. Katherine for additional information.
Next Food Pantry Distribution Day is Saturday, January 25
For the month of January, we will open our Food Pantry on Saturday, January 25, the fourth Saturday of the month. The Pantry will accept Essex County residents only (ID required) as shoppers in the lower level from 9 to 11am. Shoppers will remain in their vehicles with a limited number being invited inside at a time. Home deliveries are still available for Verona/Cedar Grove residents who are unable to visit Pantry; contact our Church Office for arrangements.
The first shift of volunteers is from 8:15-9:45am and the second shift is from 9:45-11:15am. The Food Pantry is typically open the 4th Saturday of every month from 9-11am. For more information see: http://holyspiritverona.org/food-pantry.
The first shift of volunteers is from 8:15-9:45am and the second shift is from 9:45-11:15am. The Food Pantry is typically open the 4th Saturday of every month from 9-11am. For more information see: http://holyspiritverona.org/food-pantry.
Holy Spirit Celebrates Religious Life Sunday - January 26, 2025
The General Convention of The Episcopal Church approved resolution 2022-B004, “Foundation of Religious Life Sunday,” to be held each year on the 3rd Sunday of Epiphany. This Sunday focuses efforts to tell all Episcopalians that residential monastic and dispersed Christian communities exist, who we are, and how to connect with us.
We at Holy Spirit Verona will hear from both Rev. Katherine and Father Jerry as a part of the sermon and they will connect Sundays readings to their experiences of religious life.
For more information, visit https://www.religiouslifesunday.net/.
We at Holy Spirit Verona will hear from both Rev. Katherine and Father Jerry as a part of the sermon and they will connect Sundays readings to their experiences of religious life.
For more information, visit https://www.religiouslifesunday.net/.
Youth Confirmation Class - Sunday, January 26 at 1:30pm
Our youth Confirmation students will gather with Father Jerry, Mrs. Cynthia Holland and the Rev. Carrie Cabush (Priest-in-Charge at St. John's Montclair) in the Fellowship Hall on Sunday, January 26 from 1:30 to 3pm to prepare for their Spring 2025 Confirmation. For further information, speak with Father Jerry. In addition to Holy Spirit Verona students, this year we welcome students from St. Peter's Clifton and St. John's Montclair.
Heavenly Finds Thrift Shop Next Saturday Open Day is February 1
Our Thrift Shop, located at 94 E. Mt. Pleasant Avenue in Livingston is open most Tuesdays from 10am to 2pm. Once a month the Shop opens on a Saturday from 10am to 1pm -- for Februar the date will be Saturday, February 1. Pass by and check out their great deals! If you would like to learn more about the Heavenly Finds Thrift Shop visit heavenlyfinds.org.
Feast of the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple - Sunday, February 2
We will celebrate The Feast of The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple on Sunday, February 2 at both the 8am and the 10am services. The roles of the prophets Simeon (think Nunc dimittis in Evening Prayer) and Anna are emphasized on this day. A female prophet? YES! Her name is Anna, and she was an 84-year old widow when Jesus was brought to the temple as an infant. #wisewoman #candlemas #nuncdimittis
Both Anna and Simeon, who exclaimed, "my eyes have seen Your salvation," recognized that this baby would be redemption of the world. This is an important milestone in the story of Jesus' life.
The stained glass image here is from Church of the Redeemer Morristown.
Both Anna and Simeon, who exclaimed, "my eyes have seen Your salvation," recognized that this baby would be redemption of the world. This is an important milestone in the story of Jesus' life.
The stained glass image here is from Church of the Redeemer Morristown.
UNICO Verona Hosts Sunday Gravy Dinner in Our Basement - February 2 at 1pm
The Verona Chapter of UNICO National will be hosting another traditional Italian Sunday "Gravy" Dinner on Sunday, February 2 from 1 to 4pm. Tickets are $45, and $15 for children 12 and under.
A complete meal with antipasto, Sunday gravy, pasta and dessert will be served. Bring your own wine/beverage. If you wish to attend, speak with their Chaplain Father Jerry or email [email protected].
For more information visit the UNICO Verona website. All proceeds go to Verona UNICO scholarships and charities, plus a portion of the proceeds typically benefits Church of the Holy Spirit. Last year the Chapter very generously donated $4,000 to the watering proofing project at Holy Spirit Verona.
A complete meal with antipasto, Sunday gravy, pasta and dessert will be served. Bring your own wine/beverage. If you wish to attend, speak with their Chaplain Father Jerry or email [email protected].
For more information visit the UNICO Verona website. All proceeds go to Verona UNICO scholarships and charities, plus a portion of the proceeds typically benefits Church of the Holy Spirit. Last year the Chapter very generously donated $4,000 to the watering proofing project at Holy Spirit Verona.
Monthly Prayer Gathering - Saturday, February 8 from 9 to 11:30am
"Deep calls unto deep" is a phrase from Psalm 42, which means that a profound, inner longing or need within a person resonates with another deep reality, often interpreted as a spiritual connection with God where one's
deepest self is called to meet God's deep presence; it signifies a profound connection or shared understanding at a very deep level.
If this is a feeling you can identify with, please come join us – a group which has met during Advent – but is throwing its arms open to welcome anyone to come along. We do Lectio Divina (a personal reading of scripture), Centering Prayer and share our spiritual insights. This gathering on Saturday, February 8 from 9 to 11:30am will be led by Deacon Joanne O’Neill. If you have any questions, or want to join, contact Father Jerry.
deepest self is called to meet God's deep presence; it signifies a profound connection or shared understanding at a very deep level.
If this is a feeling you can identify with, please come join us – a group which has met during Advent – but is throwing its arms open to welcome anyone to come along. We do Lectio Divina (a personal reading of scripture), Centering Prayer and share our spiritual insights. This gathering on Saturday, February 8 from 9 to 11:30am will be led by Deacon Joanne O’Neill. If you have any questions, or want to join, contact Father Jerry.
Annual Parish Meeting and Potluck Meal - Sunday, February 9
Our Annual Meeting will once again be held on Super Bowl Sunday -- February 9, 2025 -- this year. Father Jerry and the Churchwardens hope you will participate in-person from 10:45am to 12:30pm in our lower-level. We will have a shortened Ante-Communion service at 10am, and then talk about the business of the Church -- hear committee reports, updates on events and discuss plans for 2025 and beyond. Also, another amazing Holy Spirit Potluck is planned, so, bring a dish to share.
All ministry/committee heads should email their typed reports to our Office Administrator, Catherine Tamasik by Monday, January 27 in order for it to be included in the distributed report.
All ministry/committee heads should email their typed reports to our Office Administrator, Catherine Tamasik by Monday, January 27 in order for it to be included in the distributed report.
Second Friday Fundraiser - Doors Open at 6pm on Friday, February 14
Holy Spirit Verona will host another Friday BINGO Fundraiser on Friday, February 14 at 7pm - our usual second Friday of the month. Doors open and BINGO cards go on sale at 6pm; the first number is called at 7pm. $20 to play 10 Games, which includes $5 Admission and 6 cards per game. Snacks and beverages will be available for purchase, and you are welcome to bring your own food. No alcohol is allowed and you must be 18 years old to play BINGO.
Additional set of sheets may be purchased for $15 and extra sheets for our cover-all game (Game #10) can be purchased for $5. It's a fun nigh out: you'll laugh, you'll dance, you'll have fun!
Additional set of sheets may be purchased for $15 and extra sheets for our cover-all game (Game #10) can be purchased for $5. It's a fun nigh out: you'll laugh, you'll dance, you'll have fun!
Next Children's Eucharist is Sunday, February 16 at 10am
We will host another of our Children's Eucharist on Sunday, February 16 at 10am with our Sunday School students assisting Father Jerry at the altar (he needs a lot of help, you know). The 10am Service is sure to be VERY interactive with Father Jerry asking our students questions before the start of the Eucharistic Prayer. It is great fun for children and those young at heart!
Be sure to join us in-person OR via Zoom to participate, pray and probably laugh.
Be sure to join us in-person OR via Zoom to participate, pray and probably laugh.
Next Vestry (lay leaders) Meeting is Wednesday, March 12 at 7:30pm
The Vestry typically meets on the second Wednesday of the month, and does so via Zoom unless otherwise indicated. For the month of March, we will gather a on the Second Wednesday, March 12 at 7:30pm via Zoom to pray together, discuss the business of the church and enjoy each others' company. All relevant materials will be emailed to members several days before the meeting by Ms. Patti Walsh, Churchwarden.
Diocesan of Newark Sesquicentennial Celebration - A Year of Events
Father Jerry is co-chairing the Diocese's 150th Celebration Celebration and a series of events have been scheduled between September 2024 and Summer of 2025. Please consider joining any and all of these. For additional information about the Sesquicentennial Celebration, visit the Diocesan website or email Fr. Jerry.
"Here Come The Sun" Solar Panel Capital Campaign
In the Spring of 2022, Holy Spirit Verona joined other churches in the Diocese of Newark in an agreement with Performance Solar of Richmond, Virginia. Through this agreement, 20% of the cost of the solar panels AND roof replacement was paid by Performance Solar.
Our roof was replaced prior to the solar installation as it had been determined that our previous roof was over twenty years old. Both the roof replacement AND the solar panel installation were completed by Azimuth Renewable Energy (azimuthrenew.com) of Manasquan, New Jersey.
The solar panel and roof work have been financed through a 20-year loan with the Diocese at 4.75% interest rate. Our hope with this Capital Campaign is the lower the principal on the loan of which was approximately $67,000 for solar panels and $36,000 for the roof. There are different levels to donate: Mercury - $1,000, Venus - $500, Mars - $400, Jupiter - $200.
Each of these will give you the ability to “name” a particular solar panel in honor or memory of someone OR perhaps a particular group (Spiritual Enrichment Group, Prayer Shawl Ministry, etc.). A memorial frame will be hung in the Fellowship Hall with all the dedications.
Visit the e-payment portion of our website, pay via Venmo, send a check, whatever works best for you. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]. Thank you for helping us make our own energy and make a difference in our environment.
Our roof was replaced prior to the solar installation as it had been determined that our previous roof was over twenty years old. Both the roof replacement AND the solar panel installation were completed by Azimuth Renewable Energy (azimuthrenew.com) of Manasquan, New Jersey.
The solar panel and roof work have been financed through a 20-year loan with the Diocese at 4.75% interest rate. Our hope with this Capital Campaign is the lower the principal on the loan of which was approximately $67,000 for solar panels and $36,000 for the roof. There are different levels to donate: Mercury - $1,000, Venus - $500, Mars - $400, Jupiter - $200.
Each of these will give you the ability to “name” a particular solar panel in honor or memory of someone OR perhaps a particular group (Spiritual Enrichment Group, Prayer Shawl Ministry, etc.). A memorial frame will be hung in the Fellowship Hall with all the dedications.
Visit the e-payment portion of our website, pay via Venmo, send a check, whatever works best for you. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]. Thank you for helping us make our own energy and make a difference in our environment.
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