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A Season and Time of Giving

The peace and love of our Lord, God and Savior Jesus Christ be with you all.

We pray that in this time of hope and giving of the Advent season we can open our hearts to those children who are suffering with illness and injuries. We ask that with a happy and humble heart you consider contributing a Christmas gift to a hospitalized child. We would like to remind you that CHOP does not be accept any drop off gifts. In Lieu of this we are encouraged to send monetary donations towards purchasing gifts or purchase a gift via the attached link.

The Weisman Children’s Rehabilitation Hospital in Marlton, NJ also encourages the financial donations to be through their link which you will also find attached year-round. Although, Weisman will still be accepting physical drop off donations.

These gifts should be NEW!!!!

This year we will also be donating to the Ronald McDonald House of Camden. They provide housing for traveling and local families who have a loved one in the Camden Hospitals free of charge. We will be donating small amenities to help the families in this difficult time. You will find the Wish List attached.(It is NOT a link)

Attached you will find the links of the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and The Weisman Children’s Rehabilitation Hospital Wish Lists. Please note the most neglected age groups are the infants and adolescents. There will be ONE box labeled with Weisman Children’s Hospital by the inside entrance of the church.

The last day for physical donation drop offs will be Sunday, Dec 21st. These small acts of kindness are so desperately needed in this world and serve as a great reminder of God’s infinite love and generosity. This serves as a wonderful opportunity to share

Jesus’s love with our community.

“So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver.” (2 Cor 9:7)

St. Anthony’s Sunday School Servants

● Weisman Children’s Rehab Hospital Wish List

●  CHOP Child Life Donations

Ronald McDonald House

GUEST AMENITIES

New, Unopened Items Only

Reusable Tumbler Cups

Reusable Travel Mugs/Cups

Toothpaste (Any Size)

Mouth Wash (Travel-Size)

Hand Sanitizer (Travel-Size)

Pocket Packs of Facial Tissues

Neutral-Flavored Lip Balm/Chapstick

Gender-Neutral Deodorant

Coloring Books (All Ages)

Markers and Colored Pencils

Toilet Paper (Individually-Wrapped)

Queen-Sized Bedding (White)

Diapers (All Sizes)

Pack’n’Play Stroller

Car Seat (All Ages)

Umbrella

PANTRY ITEMS

New, Unopened Items Only

Ground Coffee

Coffee Creamer

Oatmeal

Granola Bars

Dried Fruit

Pre-Packaged Snacks

Sandwich Supplies

Rice

Soup

Popcorn

Ready-Made Meals

Cake Mix

Flour

Corn Meal

Cooking Oil

Ziploc-Style Bags (All Sizes)

Aluminum Foil

Disposable Containers

Be safe in the Lord.

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LITURGY IN COLLINGSWOOD WILL BE SATURDAY 11/15/25

The peace and love of our Lord, God and Savior Jesus Christ be with you all.

We are very excited to share this news with you. Thank God and by His Grace, our church community continues to grow and the area which once had a handful of families, now serves about 300 families. In efforts to better serve them, we are starting a new community in Collingswood that can bring the church closer to her children. 

We have rented a community center in Collingswood in order to begin this service. 

First liturgy will be on Saturday 11/15/25 from 8-11 am. 

This is not to say that a future church must be in that specific area but God will determine for us what the location will be and what the next steps are. 

Note:  This does not impact or change the current service/schedule at our beloved church of St Anthony but rather is intended to be an extension of our family at St Antony. 

Please pray for this service. 

Below is the address and attached is the parking pass. Please see the attached picture for the location of the parking lot. 

Collingswood Senior Community Center

30 Collings Ave

Collingswood, NJ 08108

Please print the parking pass and place it on the dashboard. 

NOTE: PARKING IS ONLY ALLOWED IN THE PARKING DECK. IF YOU PARK ON THE STREET, YOU WILL RISK TICKETING AND POSSIBLY TOWING. THEREFORE, PLEASE PARK ONLY IN THE PARKING LOT ACROSS THE STREET. 

Be safe in the Lord.

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Early Voting Starts Tomorrow Saturday Oct 25th

Dear Coptic Family,

The upcoming election in New Jersey for our new Governor, State Legislature, and various local officials like Mayors and Board of Education members, is crucial! 

Decisions made by our state governor and local leaders affect our daily lives, and have a direct impact on our children in public schools. 

The strong voter turnout from our Coptic community in recent years has given us a meaningful voice. 

Let’s continue this momentum for the sake of our children and neighbors.

Early voting runs from October 25 to November 2.

You can find your polling location using the link below.

الاحباء شعب كنسيتنا المباركين،

الانتخابات القادمة في ولاية نيوجيرسي لاختيار الحاكم الجديد، وأعضاء الهيئة التشريعية للولاية، وعدد من المسؤولين المحليين مثل رؤساء البلديات وأعضاء مجالس التعليم، هي انتخابات بالغة الأهمية!

القرارات التي يتخذها حاكم الولاية والقادة المحليون تؤثر مباشرة على حياتنا اليومية، ولها تأثير مباشر على أولادنا في المدارس العامة.

لقد منح الإقبال القوي على التصويت من شعب الكنيسة خلال السنوات الأخيرة صوتًا مؤثرًا وفاعلاً لنا.

فلنواصل هذه المشاركة الايجابية من أجل مستقبل افضل لأبنائنا واحفادنا وجيراننا.

التصويت المبكر يبدأ من 25 أكتوبر وحتى 2 نوفمبر.

يمكنكم العثور على موقع مركز الاقتراع الخاص بكم من خلال الرابط أدناه

https://www.nj.gov/state/elections/vote-early-voting.shtml

Be safe in the Lord.

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REMINDER: St Anthony Church Picnic

We invite you all to come join us for our annual picnic which will be held on Saturday October 11, 2025 at:
Freedom Park
 86 Union St. 
Medford, NJ 08055

It will be a day full of fun and fellowship.  Bring your soccer/football, Frisbee etc… and come join us for some food and fun. We look forward to seeing all of you.

NOTE: NO PETS ALLOWED

We need your help:
-Some of the gentlemen to come in at 12:00 pm to start the grilling.

If you would like to help, please contact Fr John Bishara at 551-998-6543.

We look forward to seeing all of you.

Be safe in the Lord.

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6th Year Memorial for our beloved father Abouna Rafail Guirguis this Sunday 10/12/25

The peace and love of our Lord, God and Savior Jesus Christ be with you all.

“The memory of the righteous is blessed.” (‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭10‬:‭7)


Join us this Sunday 10/12/25 as we celebrate the 6th year memorial for our beloved father, Abouna Rafail Guirguis.  

We will also having a short video after the liturgy and have the opening for the memorial that our youth have built and dedicated to their beloved father.

May the Lord repose his pure soul, give us all comfort and may he remember us before the throne of the Lord.

Be safe in the Lord.

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New Jersey Gubernatorial eElection is on Tuesday, November 4th

The peace and love of our Lord, God and Savior Jesus Christ be with you all.


📢 The New Jersey gubernatorial election is on Tuesday, November 4th.

🗳️ Early voting runs from October 25th to November 2nd.

https://www.nj.gov/state/elections/vote-early-voting.shtml

✅ If you’re already registered, there’s no need to register again.

🏠 If you’ve moved in the past year, use this link to update your status:

https://voter.svrs.nj.gov/registration-check

📍 To find your polling location for election day, use this link: 

https://www.nj.gov/state/elections/vote.shtml

This election matters. In fact, it impacts our daily lives in New Jersey even more directly than the presidential election. Make your voice heard—vote your values.

📢 انتخابات حاكم ولاية نيوجيرسي ستُجرى يوم الثلاثاء، 4 نوفمبر.

🗳️  التصويت المبكر يبدأ من 25 أكتوبر حتى 2 نوفمبر.

رابط التصويت المبكر 

https://www.nj.gov/state/elections/vote-early-voting.shtml

✅ إذا كنت مسجلاً بالفعل فى قوائم الانتخابات ، فلا حاجة للتسجيل مرة أخرى.

 🏠  إذا كنت قد انتقلت إلى عنوان جديد خلال العام الماضي، استخدم هذا الرابط لتحديث بياناتك:

https://voter.svrs.nj.gov/registration-check

 📍 للعثور على مركز الاقتراع الخاص بك يوم الانتخابات، استخدم هذا الرابط:

https://www.nj.gov/state/elections/vote.shtml

هذه الانتخابات مهمة. في الواقع إن تأثيرها على حياتنا اليومية في نيوجيرسي أكبر حتى من الانتخابات الرئاسية. اجعل صوتك مسموعًا—صوّت لقيمك التى تؤمن بها.

Be safe in the Lord.

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40th day memorial for Mr. Magdy Guirguis

Join us on Saturday 10/4/25 as we celebrate the 40th day memorial for Mr. Magdy Guirguis. 

He is the beloved husband of Mrs. Mervat Guirguis.

He is the loving father to Mr. Michael Hanna (and his wife Nevine), Mr. John Guirguis,(and his wife Ingy).

He is the beloved brother of Eng. Samy Guirguis husband of Dr. Sonia Guirguis, Dr. Maggie Kasisa and her husband George Kasisa. 

He is the loving grandfather of Emma, Jenna Guirguis & Liam Hanna.

May God repose his soul and give comfort to the family. 

Be safe in the Lord.