COFFEE HOUR
Every Sunday after the Rite II service, our fellowship begins at Coffee Hour. The warmth of fellowship and the health and nutrition of our Coffee Hour are true gifts of our volunteers who lend their time and talents. Families, couples, and all combinations of parishioners share this responsibility throughout the year.
Of course, Coffee Hour begins with brewing coffee, and we provide an instruction booklet in the kitchen for this fine art. Variations are of course permitted to offer us your special talents. Next, you boil water for tea, and prepare the table items. In the past, Parishioners have prepared: bought or baked breads & pastries, fresh fruit, cheese and crackers, small sandwiches, bagels and spreads. Coffee Hour hosts set up before church, and clean up afterwards. Volunteers often partner with another family, which makes hosting much easier.
Please sign up to host. It’s a wonderful way to get involved in the fellowship of St Peter’s. Please consult your calendar, choose a date that works for you, and sign up on the sheet in the Parish Hall or contact our Heidi O’Donnell in the church office at 973-334-4429.
Due to food safety concerns, we ask that you retain labels of all bought foods, or create labels for any food that is prepared in a kitchen that also prepares or processes peanuts, tree nuts, milk, eggs, gluten (wheat). Due to recent food outbreaks, we also recommend not buying pre-cut fruit, or sprouts. Please label all baked goods with allergens, and wash all fruit before cutting. Thank you!
During the summer months, iced tea and lemonade are served outdoors under our shade trees, or inside if it rains.
Of course, Coffee Hour begins with brewing coffee, and we provide an instruction booklet in the kitchen for this fine art. Variations are of course permitted to offer us your special talents. Next, you boil water for tea, and prepare the table items. In the past, Parishioners have prepared: bought or baked breads & pastries, fresh fruit, cheese and crackers, small sandwiches, bagels and spreads. Coffee Hour hosts set up before church, and clean up afterwards. Volunteers often partner with another family, which makes hosting much easier.
Please sign up to host. It’s a wonderful way to get involved in the fellowship of St Peter’s. Please consult your calendar, choose a date that works for you, and sign up on the sheet in the Parish Hall or contact our Heidi O’Donnell in the church office at 973-334-4429.
Due to food safety concerns, we ask that you retain labels of all bought foods, or create labels for any food that is prepared in a kitchen that also prepares or processes peanuts, tree nuts, milk, eggs, gluten (wheat). Due to recent food outbreaks, we also recommend not buying pre-cut fruit, or sprouts. Please label all baked goods with allergens, and wash all fruit before cutting. Thank you!
During the summer months, iced tea and lemonade are served outdoors under our shade trees, or inside if it rains.
WE WELCOME NEWCOMERS!
St. Peter’s welcomes visitors, inquirers and newcomers to our parish community. The clergy, lay staff, vestry, Sunday ushers, and parishioners in the pews or at Coffee Hour will be happy to inform you about the congregation, answer your questions, or connect you with the responsible person(s).
If you would like to become a member of St. Peter’s, please contact the church office, or speak directly with a member of the clergy or vestry. To facilitate your introduction to the parish, we will gather some information about you and your family that you would like to share. We will feature this information in our weekly bulletin. We will also print nametags for you to facilitate introductions at Coffee Hour.
Depending on the church calendar, St. Peter’s usually organizes a Newcomer’s BBQ on a weekend which is a great way to meet other newcomers, and invited members of the general membership.
If you would like to become a member of St. Peter’s, please contact the church office, or speak directly with a member of the clergy or vestry. To facilitate your introduction to the parish, we will gather some information about you and your family that you would like to share. We will feature this information in our weekly bulletin. We will also print nametags for you to facilitate introductions at Coffee Hour.
Depending on the church calendar, St. Peter’s usually organizes a Newcomer’s BBQ on a weekend which is a great way to meet other newcomers, and invited members of the general membership.
MEN'S BREAKFAST
St. Peter’s men share a monthly breakfast the fourth Saturday of each month, September through June. Using the talents of many, we cook a hearty breakfast and set the table in our parish hall. We share experiences, wisdom, and items of interest to the health and well-being of the parish. When needed, we also volunteer for special events such as preparing palms, cooking for Mother’s Day brunch, or another parish event. Please contact Kevin Edwards at the church office to join the email list.
DINNERS FOR EIGHT
Twice a year, St Peter’s Vestry organizes Dinners for Eight. Initially started as a fundraiser for our general fund, this event has evolved into a fabulous, gourmet experience. For parishioners who love to cook and entertain, these events bring out their best. The events are lauded for enabling families to really get to know each other. We share in the fellowship of the evening, discussing faith, travels, education, careers, and of course recipes! If you love to cook, please let the church office know that you would like to be a host for “Dinners for Eight”.