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St. Mary's Episcopal Church (Stepney Parish) of the Diocese of Easton is a historic, active and welcoming faith community located in Tyaskin, Maryland approximately 15 miles west of Salisbury. 

Whether you are visiting in the area or seeking a church home, we invite you to join us. If you would like to introduce yourself to one of our greeters, hosts or ushers, he or she will answer any questions and help you feel at home.

 

NOVEMBER WORSHIP SERVICES

 November 1st, 10:00 am  - All Saints Day Service - Reverend Laura Dorsey

  November 8th, 10:00 am  - Holy Eucharist  -  Reverend Laura Dorsey

  November 15th, 10:00 am - Morning Prayer

  November 22nd, 10:00 am -  Holy Eucharist  -  Reverend Laura Dorsey

  November 29th, 10:00 am - First Sunday of Advent - Reverend Laura Dorsey

COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING EVE SERVICE

 November 25th, 7:00 pm - Elzey Church, Elzey Church Road, Bivalve

CHRISTMAS BAZAAR, BAKE SALE and OYSTER FRITTER

Saturday, December 5th

9:00 am - "Shop til you drop" at the Christmas Bazaar where you will find the perfect gift for everyone on your list! Then visit the Bakery, stocked full of delicious sweets, treats and more!

10:00 am - The Famous Oyster Fritters will be available until they are gone...so plan to come early. Other delectible delights include homemade soups, chicken salad, hotdogs, 1/3 lb burgers and much more!  


The Walls of St. Mary's (almost) Came "Tumbling Down!"

 

"And when they make a long blast with the ram's horn, as soon as you hear the sound of the trumpet, then all the people shall shout with a great shout; and the wall of the city will fall down flat, and the people shall go up every man straight before him." (Joshua 6:1-5 RSV)

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With thanksgiving, major structural work has been completed on the 210 year old St. Mary's church.  Please click  * * for the details and a slide show of the project. 

 

We welcome Reverend Laura Dorsey to St. Mary's









Bishop Shand Visits St. Mary's

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On Sunday, November 2, 2008 The Rt. Rev. James J. Shand, X Bishop of Easton, made his annual visitation to St. Mary's Tyaskin.  In addition to celebrating the Eucharist, the bishop confirmed Brenda Dicus and Bob Wolf.  Patty Wolf was received into our community of faith.

 
Additionally, Bishop Shand offered prayers of thanksgiving for the restoration and repair work almost completed for our 210 year old historic church.   After the service a delicious dinner was served to everyone in the parish hall.
 
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Successful Oyster Fritter Fry Held

October 2008 Oyster Fritter Fry
October 2008 Oyster Fritter Fry

Photo credits: Roger Cook

 

On a beautiful October Saturday, 100% of St. Mary's "family" hosted one of its renowned Oyster Fritter Frys for the West End Community and surrounding areas.  Over 160 "friends" of and newcomers to the parish took advantage of the delicious Eastern Shore oyster fitter fry sandwiches by consuming 6 gallons of oysters, 43 hot dogs and hamburgers plus sodas.  A bake table with cakes, cookies, breads and other "goodies" was available as well.