ALL ABILITIES AND NEURODIVERGENT LISTENING SESSIONS

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Part of being an inclusive church is ensuring that worship and communal life are accessible, comfortable, and welcoming for all children and adults, including our neurodivergent parishioners and those with hidden disabilities.

We will host two listening sessions in August to determine how we can make the parish more welcoming to neurodivergent people, people with hidden disabilities, and their families.

Sunday, Aug 16, 11:15 am: Listening session for parents with school-aged neurodivergent children and children with hidden disabilities.

Sunday, Aug 23, 11:15 am: Listening session for neurodivergent adults and their families and adults with hidden disabilities.

Both meetings will be in the large meeting room on the right side of the hallway, once you enter the door near the crucifix. (This is the room where Sunday School for children is normally held.)

*Hidden disabilities include ADHD, dyslexia, early-onset dementia, PTSD, anxiety, etc.

Women’s Group Outing – Summer 2026

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WOMEN’S GROUP OUTING – Wednesday, August 12, 2026. 

Colonial Park Gardens (10 a.m.)

Pink Pistachio Cafe (12:30 p.m.)

The women’s group has planned a trip to Colonial Gardens on August 12th, followed by lunch at a local restaurant. If you are interested in joining us, please email Alison.

Outreach – HOME

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It’s St. Martin’s turn again to help welcome HOME’s guests at the Presbyterian Church in Pluckemin on Sunday, 10 August. We need dinner delivered before 5 PM, and also 1 or 2 people to spend time with the guests from 5-9 PM. This is an easy way to help others. Please contact Kathy Shanklin with any questions.

Outreach – Summer 2026

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We’re collecting back-to-school items for the Somerset County Department of Families and Children. A list is on the board in the narthex.

There is also a container on the table in the narthex for quarters for Laundry Love.

The Food Bank is in great need of food items, paper goods, and toiletries for our neighbors in Somerset County. We especially want to focus on personal items and cleaning products, such as toothpaste, feminine products, toilet paper, cleaning supplies, etc. Cash and checks are also greatly appreciated. There’s always a container on the stairs leading up to the choir loft.

Senior Moments – Trips 2026

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Our Senior Moments group invites you to join them on 3 trips this year:

Friday, September 18, 2026 –  Bus trip to the Wind creek Casino, in Bethlehem, PA.    Learn more. 

Wednesday, October 28, 2026 – “Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons Tribute”

The fabulous Jersey Four recreate the vibrant music, vocals, harmonies, and stage presence of your favorite “Jersey Boys” Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. The sound that thrilled the Rock & Roll era of the 60’s and onward is once again recreated by this fabulous tribute band. You will also enjoy a hilarious comedian.   Learn more. 

Thursday, November 19, 2026 – “Let the Good Times Roll – It’s Orbison, King and Joel” 

A tribute to Billy Joel the  Piano Man, Carol King and the great Roy Orbison – one sensational concert plus first rate comedian. Feasting, dancing, drinking, singing and more all at an unbeatable price. Bring your friends and have a wonderful time at our daytime celebration.   Learn more.