Welcome to Church of the Holy Spirit!
36 Gould Street, Verona, NJ 07044 • Phone: (973) 239-2850
Via Venmo:
Holy Spirit Verona @Jerry-Racioppi-2 [6663] |
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 10am Choral Eucharist and Sunday School (September - June) - Also available via Zoom and Facebook Email our office for the Zoom logon information. |
What's happening?
"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 rector@holyspiritverona.org. 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 rector@holyspiritverona.org. Thank you for helping us make our own energy and make a difference in our environment.
Second Friday Fundraiser - Doors Open at 6pm on Friday, June 2
Holy Spirit Verona will host another Friday BINGO Fundraiser on Friday, June 2 at 7pm; doors open and BINGO cards go on sale at 6pm. Please note this is the FIRST Friday although we typically gather on the second. Entrance fee (with sheets for ten games) is $20; the first number is called at 7pm. 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!
Heavenly Finds Thrift Shop Next Saturday Open Day is June 3
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 June the date will be Saturday, June 3. Pass by and check out their great deals! If you would like to learn more about the Heavenly Finds Thrift Shop visit heavenlyfinds.org.
Verona Progress Pride Flag Raising - Saturday, June 3 at 11am
The Township of Verona will once again be raising the Progress Pride Flag in the Civic Center, 600 Bloomfield Avenue, this year on Saturday, June 3 at 11am. Reverend Katherine will be offering a prayer as a part of the ceremony. Join to kick off Gay Pride Month.
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Wear Orange Sunday - National Gun Violence Awareness Weekend - June 4
On Sunday, June 4 at both our 8am and 10am worship services we will wear orange for National Gun Violence Awareness Day/Weekend (June 2-4, 2023). For more information, visit wearorange.org. There is much work to be done around this topic, and the voice of the Church has much to offer -- love conquers fear.
Celebrating our High School Seniors - The Class of 2023 - Sunday, June 4
On Sunday, June 4 at our 8am and 10am Worship Services we will celebrate our graduating high school seniors. We will have them tell us about their future plans, congratulate them on their achievements and bless them in their future endeavors. Go class of 2023!
Next Children's Eucharist is Sunday, June 4 at 10am
We will host another of our Children's Eucharist on Sunday, June 4 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.
Spiritual Enrichment Group Gathers Sunday, June 4 at 11:45am
Our Spiritual Enrichment Group will be meeting via Zoom on Sunday, June 4 at 11:45am and will use Kate Bowler's "The Lives We Actually Have: 100 Blessings for Imperfect Days."
If you would like to join the group or have any questions, please speak with Patti Walsh, Rev. Katherine or Father Jerry.
If you would like to join the group or have any questions, please speak with Patti Walsh, Rev. Katherine or Father Jerry.
Next Vestry (lay leaders) Meeting is Monday, June 5 at 7:30pm
The Vestry typically meets on the second Monday of the month, and has been doing so via Zoom during the pandemic. This month (postponed from May 15) we will gather IN-PERSON in the Fellowship Hall on Monday, June 5 at 7:30pm to pray together, discuss the business of the church and enjoy each others' company.
Prayer Shawl Ministry Next Meets on Wednesdays, June 7 and June 21
For the month of June, our Prayer Shawl Ministry will gather to meditate and knit on Wednesday, June 7 and Wednesday, June 21 at 1pm in our Fellowship Hall. 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.
Holy Spirit Verona Celebrates Fathers' Day - Sunday, June 18
On Sunday,June 18, at the 10am Worship, Holy Spirit Verona will celebrate all male role-models in our lives. Names may be listed at the front of the church (near the pulpit) "In Honor of" or "In Memory of", and a special prayer will be offered.
Next Food Pantry Distribution Day is Saturday, June 24
For the month of June, we will open our Food Pantry on Saturday, June 24, the fourth Saturday of the month. The Pantry will accept shoppers in the lower level from 9 to 11am; masks will be optional. 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.
Recognition Sunday - We Say Thank You! - Sunday, June 25 at 10am
At the 10am Worship Service on Sunday, June 25 we will say THANK YOU to our dedicated Sunday School Teachers, Music Ministers and other Worship Leaders. This will be the final Sunday of our formal "program year" as we move into Summer mode. Also the last classes for Sunday School until September are held on this day.
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