Thinking beyond ourselves

Dear Members of the Parish,

November is here. We've turned our clocks back an hour. The daylight is fading. One could get depressed wondering how we got here so quickly and where in the world did the summer go? For many, the economy is still causing a great deal of stress: some of our parishioners are still out of work and others are struggling to make ends meet. Local food pantries and shelters are stretched to the limit. More than ever, we are called by God to gather together and reach out to those in need. When you go to the grocery store, try to remember the Newton Food Pantry. Even if you are on a strict budget, buy a can of soup, a box of macaroni and cheese or something that's on sale to bring to Church and place in the plastic container by the Parish House door. Each contribution can make a huge difference.

Volunteers for the Food Pantry are needed, too. Our Social Action Committee invites you to come on the Saturday after the third Wednesday of each month to give a couple of hours in helping distribute food and re-stock the shelves of the Newton Food Pantry, located in the basement of the Waban Library on Beacon St.

Pennies are being collected at Church as well. Bring any loose change with you on Sundays and place it in the large water bottle that is located near the Baptismal Font in the sanctuary. Every little bit helps and your contributions make a huge difference in the lives of so many folks who need our help.

As we look around us, there are signs of the season to help us pause and take stock in all our many blessings. It only takes a moment to be thoughtful and to do a little act of kindness for someone. I hope you'll join me in adding to the groceries for the Newton Food Pantry, and bringing your pennies to Church.

Peace and Blessings,

Miriam