No. 21 Vol. 2
www.mypaperonline.com • 973-809-4784 March 2025
Church of Saviour Memorial Garden Comes Alive Soon
Episcopalian church abuzz with several activities in 2025
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by Jeff Garrett s folks eagerly await Spring and gardeners across America ready their green thumbs for their hobby of hobbies, the Memorial Garden at the Church of Saviour in Denville will undoubtedly blossom again like it has for a quarter century. The church has been a warm, welcoming stable pace of worship as members come in and move on in their lives. For those church members who’ve fallen, the garden is there as a remembrance. running hand-in-hand with the saying, “nothing more than flowers tells better memories.” Many activities abound at Church of Saviour ranging from working in the Faith Kitchen Hot Lunch Ministry to being in the Crochet/ Knitting Group to helping in Denville’s Rockaway River Cleanup each may to serving in the Prison Ministry to help children of incarcerated with school supplies and preparing them Christmas gifts. The Memorial Garden itself came about when the parish hall became connected to the church in the late 1990’s and early 2000’s. Similar to a courtyard at a school or quad at a college or university, the Garden occupies the center area with pathways to the parish hall and church surrounding either side. The Garden is in fact, in memory of certain parishioners such as Gertrude West, Evelyn & George Hayward, Fred LeClair, Mildred Albertson and William
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Schlager and was maintained by Joan Schlager and Jane Gilson for many years with Dianne McDougall now steering its maintenance. Other activities at the church include a churchsponsored special collection for Denville, Rockaway or Interfaith Food Pantries. St. Martha’s Guild, a women’s group which meets on the last Tuesday night of each month. helps raise money for local charities. Finally, there’s Denville Social Services Adopt-A-Family which helps families in need purchase Christmas gifts. The Memorial Garden itself can be viewed as a philanthropic beatification-offshoot of sorts from a giving religious community welcoming all and remembering the charity and goodwill of others. Without question, the Garden will spring back to life this Spring to provide church and activity-goers at the Denville staple with beautiful scenery tranquility for all to savor. To learn more about volunteering for any activity at the Church of the Saviour visit theirwebsite www. thechurchofthesaviourdenville.org and go to its “Contact Us” link and ask to be put in touch with Garden volunteer, Janet Porsche. The Episcopal Church of the Saviour is located at 155 Morris Ave, Denville, NJ 07834. You can email them at thechurchofthesaviourdenville@gmail.com or call 973627-3304.
Useful New Pet Resource Available for Denville Residents
enville residents now have access to a free online pet resource designed to help them provide the best care for their pets. Pawfect Journey offers expert advice on pet health, nutrition, and training, making it a valuable tool for both new and experienced pet owners. The website features a variety of helpful resources, including Are Bananas Safe for Cats and a list of the Top Automatic Litter Boxes. Whether you need advice on pet nutrition or recommendations for essential pet products, Pawfect Journey is a reliable source of information. In addition to providing valuable information, Pawfect Journey seeks to build partnerships with local shelters and pet-focused businesses. Through these collaborations, the platform aims to improve the lives of pets while making a positive impact on the Denville community.
Denville residents can explore Pawfect Journey by visiting pawfectjourney.com. For more information, contact info@pawfectjourney.com.