Saint Martin's Episcopal Church, Bridgewater New Jersey

09/06/2026

Sept 6th 2026 St.Martin’s Church Bridgewater NJ

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09/04/2026

SAVE THE DATE!

Mark your calendars for Sunday, September 13th as we kick off the new year! We'll go back to our regular schedule of an 8:15am Mass, and then our 10:30am Mass, followed by a special Coffee Hour. We hope to see you there!

08/29/2026

Our Vestry Meeting will be held tomorrow at 11am.

If you are looking for more ways to become involved with our church community, please consider becoming an altar server, thurifer, or crucifer. We are also in need of volunteers to read the Lessons/Prayers of the People during Mass. If you feel a call to help with any of these acts of service, please contact Father Rob. Women are especially encouraged to consider serving in these important ministries. Thank you!

08/27/2026

OUTREACH is collecting back-to-school items for the Somerset County Department of Families and Children. Please check the list in the narthex & consider donating a few supplies for the kids this weekend!

08/26/2026

BUILDING A SENSORY-FRIENDLY PARISH: How You Can Help!

St. Martin's is committed to ensuring that every member of our community feels fully welcome and comfortable at Mass. To better support our neurodivergent parishioners, children, and anyone who experiences sensory overload, we are establishing a "Sensory Station" and enhanced quiet spaces in our church. The Lady Chapel will be designated as a Sensory Quiet Room for those who need a quieter space during Mass. There are speakers in the Lady Chapel so that the Mass can still be heard.

We need your help to bring this vision to life! We are looking for donations of specific items to help individuals regulate and participate comfortably.

There will be a sign-up sheet in the Narthex with items that can be donated for this purpose. Please write your name next to the item you wish to donate and bring it to church on Sunday after it arrives. Thank you!!!

08/25/2026

We all have heard of the sad passing of Dolly Parton. She was truly a bright light shining in the world, and that light will continue to shine through the effects of her compassion, generosity, philanthropy, and advocacy for the marginalized.
She truly lived the Gospel call to Love your neighbor.

May she rest in peace, and may light perpetual shine upon her.

Thank you Dolly, for your advocacy for LGBT+ people, African Americans, children, and the poor.
May the saints and angels greet you, and lead you into Paradise.

08/23/2026

ST. MARTIN'S SCHOOL NEWS

If anyone has kids, grandkids, nieces, nephews, or acquaintances in need of childcare, beginning in September 2026, in addition to childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children, St. Martin’s School will begin offering before-care and after-care services (beginning at 7:30 a.m. and ending at 6:00 p.m.) for elementary-age children up to third graders. Bus transportation between St. Martin’s and Crim Elementary School and Hamilton Elementary School will be available for before-care and after-care students. Please spread the word!

Also, if any parish members have gently used or new, unneeded elementary-age educational toys (Legos, puzzles, STEM, or similar) or books on hand, this will help us with our before- and after-care programs. Thank you in advance for your help!

Call Us Now to schedule your visit 908-526-2722 Welcome to St. Martin's School We offer an exceptional setting designed to cultivate your child's mind and spirit during their greatest learning period. During fall and spring our classrooms start outdoors in a 'Nature's Classroom' to experience educat...

08/22/2026

Join us for tomorrow's listening session at 11:30am for neurodivergent adults & their families, and adults with hidden disabilities, which include: ADHD, dyslexia, early-onset dementia, PTSD, anxiety, etc. Further details can be found below.

ALL-ABILITIES AND NEURODIVERGENT LISTENING SESSIONS

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.

08/16/2026

As we get ready to start the new ecclesiastical year in a few weeks, our calendar is full of events! Worship with us this morning at 10am and enjoy our last few summer services 🙏

August 16, 11:15 a.m.: All-Abilities and Neurodivergent Listening Session (children)

August 23, 11:15 a.m.: All-Abilities and Neurodivergent Listening Session (adults)

September 13: Kick-off Sunday with special Coffee Hour

September 27, 10:30 a.m.: Blue Mass to Honor Law Enforcement with Picnic

October 4, 10:30 a.m.: Red Mass to Honor Legal Profession

October 4, 4 p.m.: St. Francis Day Blessing of the Animals

October 25: Gentle Prayer for Everyone, followed by Potluck Dinner

November 1, 9:30 a.m.: Prayers for the Departed in the Memorial Garden

November 8, 10:30 a.m.: Mass to Honor our Veterans

November 15: St. Martin's Day/Patronal Feast Day

November 29, 4 p.m.: Gentle Prayer for Everyone followed by Potluck Dinner

08/08/2026

ITEMS TO DONATE THIS WKEND!

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 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.