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The Rev. Canon Arlette Benoit Joseph returned to St Aidan’s for her fourth summer on Sunday. The weather was less than ideal as the worshippers at 9:00 commenced under the beech tree. However, after the readings, Rev. Arlette suggested that the group move inside the chapel to avoid some uninvited raindrops. The switch worked like…

Another beautiful Sunday brought enthusiastic parishioners to the chapel and under the beech tree. The Rev. Kit Lonergan celebrated two communion services, inviting worshippers to join her at the table to offer assistance and blessings. The spirit was inclusive, joyful, and participatory. Thank you to Rev. Kit for bringing her thoughtful and inspiring ministry to…

Our visiting clergy are asked to respond to a quick question every year. This summer, the question is: “If you were not an Episcopal priest, what other profession/calling might you have pursued?” If I were not serving as an Episcopal priest, there is a good chance that I would be a high school teacher—it’s what…

The Rev. Kit Lonergan celebrated two services which included three cats, 23 (plus) dogs, and one well-loved Pennoyer family teddy bear. In addition to the music, readings, and consecration, it was the annual “Blessing of the Pets” ceremony. The delightful intersection of the animal kingdom with parishioners young and old was exuberant, joyful, and blessed…

The Rev. Noah Van Niel celebrated two services on Sunday, marking the midpoint of the summer worship season. The attendance was the highest (so far) in 2024 with 103 people! As always, the work of a legion of generous volunteers was evident. Beautiful flowers graced the altars. Set-up, inside and outside the chapel, was attentively…

Our visiting clergy are asked to respond to a quick question every year. This summer the question is: “If you were not an Episcopal priest, What other profession/calling might you have pursued?” Rev. Van Niel: Great question…..I’ve always thought it sounds like just about the best thing you could ever imagine to be the restaurant…

The Rev. Noah Van Niel celebrated two services on a beautiful July morning. Returning for their seventh summer at St. Aidan’s, Rev. Noah and his family have settled into the rectory where they will enjoy their next days on the South Coast. Attendance was high and the mood was joyful as the worshippers experienced the…

St. Aidan’s welcomed back The Rev. Timothy Safford when he led two worship services on July 14. The mid-July crowds were large as parishioners gathered to hear his inspiring words once again. The Safford family spent many summers at the rectory on Smith Neck Road in years past when he served as a visiting clergy…

Our visiting clergy are asked to respond to a quick question every year. This summer the question is: “If you were not an Episcopal priest, what other profession/calling might you have pursued?” Rev. Safford: When I was a senior in college, I had to choose between going to journalism school or divinity school. I thought…