The Open Door
Cape May Presbyterian Church
The Visitors' Church for over a Century
Obedient in faith we intend to work together
to touch the lives of others and be disciples of the Lord.
October 8, 2026
Hello, Everyone!
What a beautiful day we had on Sunday! Though it was a little sad to bid farewell to our Pastor Nicole after nine years, we sent her out into the world on a joyful note, energized and ready for the next chapter in her ministry. That's such a wonderful thing!
But what about our next chapter as a church? You probably have a lot of questions about what comes next. What do we do now? How soon will we have a new pastor?
Finding a permanent pastor is a process that takes time. And that's not at all a bad thing. The goal is not to simply fill a generic job description as quickly as possible. We need to carefully consider, not only who we are now as a church, but where we'd like to see ourself in the years to come. Once we figure that out, we can begin searching for just the right pastor to help us work toward making our hopes and dreams a reality!
All of that takes time. And that's okay. With a little patience and faith, we will get there.
In the meantime, please know that your Session is navigating the next steps thoughtfully and carefully with guidance from Presbytery and that everything will keep running as usual.
Submitted by Heather Averill
The Prayer Chain
Deacons Co-moderator Linda Riccio will be making sure the prayer chain remains unbroken in the months to come. If you know of someone in need of prayer or if you want to lift up a prayer of thanksgiving, send Linda an email and she will pass it along. If you are not yet on this email list and would like to join these people of prayer, also send her an email so she can add your name to the list! Riccio1097@aol.com
Fall Bake Sale
Saturday, October 24th from 9am – 1pm
Do a little fun fundraising and help out this fall’s bake sale. There is a sign up sheet in the narthex, if you can bake something. You can also help with set up, clean up, or sales. Spread the word and plan on stocking up on some holiday desserts! This will also be your first opportunity to buy lights for the Path of Peace!
November 1st is All Saints Day
We mark this day each year by lighting candles to honor those who are no longer physically on this Earth with us. There is hope in that light, in the promise of being reunited in everlasting life in God’s Kingdom.
This year, as we commemorate the ending of one chapter of our church’s life, we look to the light that is Christ to guide us into the next chapter.
It is fitting that we take the opportunity on this day of reflection to invite everyone back home to honor what has been and to help build toward a beautiful future together.
Whether we see you all the time or haven’t seen you in a while, we sincerely hope that you’ll join us for Homecoming Sunday on All Saints Day, 11/1 at 10am.
A coffee hour will follow the service.
**DON’T FORGET TO TURN YOUR CLOCKS BACK**
From now until Memorial Day weekend, we meet for one worship service at 10 am in the sanctuary. Music varies, so come every week so you don’t miss your favorite instrumentation!
Miss church last week? The text of recent sermons are available on the church's website, and of course videos of the earlier service are always available on YouTube and Facebook.
Office Administrator: Nancy DeSantis
The Band, which on any given Sunday may include:
Music Director/Keyboard Maestro: Greg Pordon
Vocalist/Song Leader: Heather Averill
Drummer/Vocalist: Jim Doran
Bassist: Dave Hanslowe
Saxophonist: Joe Hrin