OUR MINISTRY OF HOSPITALITY Ever since the Convent first closed to the public in March 2020, we have found new ways for our friends to be with us. Although we are unable to welcome overnight guests, groups, large events, or even guests at our meals right now, we do want to remind everyone that you can still come visit and enjoy our ministry of hospitality. St. Marguerite’s has been open to retreat groups since October 1, and we offer these other ways for people to share this sacred space with us:
If you’re interested in visiting the Convent or walking the labyrinth, email Sister Monica Clare ([email protected]) and we’ll set a time and date. The Sisters will resume our weekly Community discussions in September, during which we will continue to discuss plans to safely reopen the Convent to overnight visitors, groups, and events. CSJB SEARCHER – NIAMBI MERCADO L to R: Jennie, Sister Pamela, and Niambi taking a walk on the CSJB driveway.
HOMELESS SOLUTIONS: A HandsUp Not a HandOut Upcoming Women Helping Women Event From CSJB Associate Julie Crawford
THE PONY BOOK IS GOING TO HAVE A WEBSITE!
If you have already purchased the book, we’d like to suggest it as a great gift item for your loved ones. All proceeds go directly to the many ministries of CSJB. So many of you have told us you loved the book! Please get the word out. You may purchase Not Just an Ordinary Pony at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Target, Walmart, and others. THE GOOD SHEPHERD HOME FOR CHILDREN IN CAMEROON
Cistus is also hoping to pursue post-graduate studies in the U.S. and has been accepted at a college in Ohio for Fall 2022, but the American government requires him to accumulate enough funds to support him for one full year before he can be allowed to study here. He is looking for donations totaling $35,000 for his education fund. If you would like to donate, or if you might know of an educational fund to which he can apply, please contact him at [email protected]. If you are interested in becoming a Good Shepherd Home sponsor for as little as $40.00 a month, please email [email protected] for more information GARDEN OF HOPE SUPPORTS LOCAL FOOD PANTRIES AND CHESTER AREA SENIOR HOUSING From CSJB Associate Julie Crawford
GARDEN OF HOPE HOSTS THE SHARING PROJECT LITTLE GARDENERS CLUB How Much Water Does a Garden Need? What are Some Sustainable Soils Practices? From CSJB Associate Julie Crawford CSJB Associate Julie Crawford (L) with the Little Gardeners on the steps of St. Marguerite's, during their Garden of Hope meeting in July
This year their fundraising efforts to establish a permanent garden continue, and they are near their funding goals to construct a large community garden in Mendham Township. Sister Suzanne Elizabeth’s irises continue to be a popular plant for The Sharing Project’s fundraising plant sales. If you would like to learn more or support their efforts through direct donation or through on-line plant sales send an email to [email protected].
OUR CHAMPION BLACK WALNUT TREE The New Jersey Forest Service Certifies CSJB Black Walnut Tree as a Signature Tree From CSJB Associate Julie Crawford
CSJB’s Black Walnut, which is located to the left of the retreat house, ranks first in Morris County and 6th in the state. Due to the height of the retreat house, this specimen has grown taller (standing at 114 feet) than most mature Black Walnut trees and ranks taller than both the NJ State Champion (110 feet) and the US National Champion (102 feet). The tree is also taller and older than the European Champion (110 feet) which is located in Belgium. Bennet provided the following description in his report: This tree is beautiful in every way and is of massive size and proportions. This tree’s canopy is lush green and has perfect symmetry. This tree is worthy to be included in the state of New Jersey registry of big trees. This tree is more than suitable for publications like postcards, brochures, calendars, etc. The registry has been kept since the 1930’s and helps document specific historic and noteworthy trees in the state as well as provides information regarding the change of the resource over almost a half century of time. I have entered the tree statistics, photographs, and the trees’ location into our records. Please keep us informed of any change to the status of the tree. This tree has been classified as a Signature Tree. Trees of this caliber are rare and should be maintained and protected. Trees of this size are mega resources and perform 600 times the environmental benefits of typical trees. You or the new owner should consider regularly maintaining the tree and installing a lightning protection system. If you think your tree is a candidate to be classified as a Heritage, please submit your historic story and it will be reviewed on a later date. Mendham Township Council Member, Amalia Duarte, also attended the inspection and is coordinating a video production for the Township which will feature the tree. PARISH WORK
Sister Monica Clare will be leading Morning Prayer and preaching at All Saints, Millington July 31. She has been participating in the All Saints choir and in worship completely by Zoom since March 2020, but she and Sister Deborah Francis will be returning to in-person worship there on July 31. They'll also be offering Prayers to Go at the All Saints Rummage Sale on September 24. COMMUNITY OF ST JOHN BAPTIST CERTIFIED BY NATIONAL WILDLIFE FEDERATION From CSJB Associate Julie Crawford
ST. MARGUERITE'S RETREAT HOUSE
CREATION CARE: CONNECTIONS TO THE MARKS OF MISSION NO MOW MAY, NATIONAL POLLINATOR WEEK, AND POLLINATOR GARDENS From CSJB Associate Julie Crawford
SERMONS
ASSOCIATES AND OBLATES - October Retreat
ST. JOHN BAPTIST SCHOOL ALUMNAE The St. John Baptist School reunion will be held on August 20th from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Please contact alum Pam Nelon for more information at [email protected].
BOOKS BY THE SISTERS
LOOKING AHEAD
PLEASE JOIN US IN PRAYING FOR
We pray especially for the poor, the marginalized, and the oppressed. OUR HEARTFELT THANKS TO
The DCLM Fund The S.A.D. Foundation The Community of the Transfiguration The Rt. Rev. Carlye J. Hughes The Rt. Rev. Allen K. Shin The Rt. Rev. Mary Glasspool The Rev. Kevin Coffey The Rev. Cynthia L. Black, DD, and the people of the Church of the Redeemer The Rev. John A. Rollins The Rev. Lorna Erixson and the people of St. Mark's Mendham The Rev. Margaret Otterburn and the people of the Church of the Messiah The Rev. Victoria McGrath and the people of All Saints Millington The Rev. Anne C. Thatcher and the people of St. Peters Morristown TO SUPPORT OUR GENERAL FUND
YOUR LEGACY FOR CSJB The Convent from above. Drone photo by the Rev. Cynthia L. Black, DD
If you’d like information on how to arrange a legacy gift, please email Sister Monica Clare at [email protected] or call 973-543-4641 ext. 2.
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