| The largest bell is inscribed as follows: |
| "This peal of eight bells is the gift of Margaret S. and Mary McIlvaine to St. Mary's Church, New Jersey, Christmas, A. D. 1863. Glory be to God on high, and one earth peace, good will toward men." |
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| The 2nd bell is The Bishop's Bell |
| "In memory of George Washington Doane, Second Bishop of New Jersey. The glorious company of the Apostles praise Thee." |
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| The 3rd bell is The Rector's Bell |
| "O ye Priests of the Lord, bless ye the Lord, praise Him, and magnify Him forever." |
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| The 4th bell is The People's Bell |
| "O ye servants of the Lord, bless ye the Lord, praise Him, and magnify Him forever." |
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| The 5th bell is The Thanksgiving Bell |
| "My mouth shall speak the praise of the Lord, and let all flesh give thanks unto His holy name forever and ever." |
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| The 6th bell is The Funeral Bell |
| "O ye spirits and souls of the righteous, bless ye the Lord, praise Him, and magnify Him forever." |
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| The 7th bell is The Marriage Bell |
| "Those whom God hath joined together let not man put asunder." |
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| The 8th bell is The Patriot's Bell |
| "Give peace in our time, O Lord." |
