connecti n poınts be informed, involved & inspired ALL ADULTS Order of St. Luke Healing Ministry Study Group Wednesday, March 13, 5 6 p.m., Payne Education Center, Room 207/209 Join us as we study Annointed by the Spirit by Bishop John Howe. Contact: The Rev. Dr. Suse McBay, 713-985-3823, smcbay@stmartinsepiscopal.org St. Martin s 20s & 30s Bible Study and Dinner Wednesday, March 13, 7 9 p.m., Off site Join other 20s and 30s singles and couples for fellowship. Contact: The Rev. R-J Heijmen, 713-985-3839, rheijmen@stmartinsepiscopal.org St. Martin s Parish Choir Rehearsal Thursday, March 14, 7 9 p.m., Choir Hall Sing a variety of music in service to the Lord and our congregation. Contact: The Rev. Chad Martin, 713-985-3842, cmartin@stmartinsepiscopal.org WOMEN Prayer Shawl Ministry Tuesday, March 12, 9 a.m. noon, Activity Center, Family Room Knit and crochet shawls to be blessed for those in need of prayer. Contact: The Rev. Sarah Condon, 713-985-3815, scondon@stmartinsepiscopal.org Blanket Ladies Wednesday, March 13, 9 a.m. noon, Activity Center, Family Room Make receiving blankets for newborn infants at local charity hospitals. Contact: The Rev. Sarah Condon, 713-985-3815, scondon@stmartinsepiscopal.org OUTREACH Lord of the Streets Monday Friday, March 11 15, 9 a.m. noon or 11 a.m. 1 p.m., 3401 Fannin Assist Houston s homeless with clothing, food, vision and other needs. Contact: The Rev. Jonathan Adams, 713-830-4131, jadams@stmartinsepiscopal.org Learn about more volunteer opportunities on the Outreach ad at the end of the announcements. Visit stmartinsepiscopal.org for more information about all activities at St. Martin s. 1
Are You Ready for Lent? A LENTEN COMPANION provoking THOUGHTS A Collection of Scriptures, Meditations and Prayers Your Lenten companion for times of refl ection and renewal beginning with Ash Wednesday and carrying through to Easter One definition of provoke is to inflame, and that is just what this beautifully written book of Lenten meditations does. It sets the love of God ablaze in our hearts, tilting us toward disciplined devotion on the way to Holy Week and Victory Sunday at Easter morn. Russell J. Levenson, Jr. Timothy George, Founding Dean, Beeson Divinity School of Samford University and General Editor, Reformation Commentary on Scripture Pick up your copy of the Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr. s collection of scriptures, meditations and prayers that use the wisdom of others and narrative stories to help readers make that connection between their need and the provision of God in Christ. Available for sale in St. Martin s Bookstore & Gift Shoppe Easter Flowers Remember a loved one with lilies decorating The Church and Old Church at Easter. All requests received by 5 p.m. on Monday, March 11 will be included in a special booklet available at all Easter services. Any names submitted after the deadline will be printed in a future issue of The Star. Make your flower dedication online at bit.ly/2019easterflowers. For more information, contact Beth Ollenburger at 713-830-4146 or bollenburger@stmartinsepiscopal.org. 2
Wednesdays, March 13 April 10 Tuesday Thursday, April 16 18 3:30 5 p.m. The Church Friday, April 19 1:15 2 p.m. The Church This free guide booklet is available to all those wishing to experience The Stations of the Cross. Copies can be picked up in the Narthex of The Church. WEDNESDAY EVENING ADULT LENTEN SERIES 5:15 6:15 p.m., Dinner Bagby Parish Hall (Café St. Martin s dinner prices are charged for the meal.) Last LECTURES... 5:30 p.m., Holy Eucharist The Church 6:30 7:30 p.m., Program Bagby Parish Hall March 13 The Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr. What if our Clergy had only one more message to share what might they say? Join us on Wednesday evenings as Clergy members share what they believe would be their own words, if it was, in fact, their last time to speak. Each person will bring their own unique perspective to share for an evening of food, fellowship and no doubt, inspirational and thought-provoking messages. 3
March 14 4 5 p.m. Hope and Healing Center Auditorium The Rev. R-J Heijmen Each day we have 86,400 seconds to spend. Don t they seem to just fl y by? In our busy, full and incredibly demanding lives, do we make time to follow the Psalmist s Prayer to be still and know God? Stop the world at least for an hour each week and join us for Thursday afternoons as our gifted speakers share how they personally grow in their faith through the practice of various spiritual disciplines. MEMBERSHIP Monday, March 18 6 9 p.m. Bagby Parish Hall and Sunday, March 24 9:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Activity Center, Game Room This informative two-part class is a requirement for anyone desiring to join St. Martin s. Child care is available for infants pre-k by reservation. If you are currently a member of the Church and would like to learn more about the Episcopal Church and St. Martin s, we would love to have you join us as well. Reservations are required for members and those seeking membership. For more information about the two-part class, please contact Kathy Johnson, Lay Minister of Membership Ministries, at 713-985-3834 or kjohnson@stmartinsepiscopal.org. 4
The Faith in Literature group explores, discusses and makes relevant connections between faith and works of fiction, past and present. While operating within the framework of Christian theology, we seek to ascertain in our reading how all good literature, if even by its omission, deals with and reflects themes of faith. D A Y GROUP Wednesday, March 20 12:30 2 p.m The Island, Room 207 NIGHT GROUP Tuesday, March 19 7 8:30 p.m. Payne Education Center, Room 217 For more information, contact Katwana Coleman at 713-830-4110 or kcoleman@stmartinsepiscopal.org. 5
THURSDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY AND SPEAKER SERIES 1 & 2 THESSALONIANS BY N. T. WRIGHT 7 8 A.M. BAGBY PARISH HALL MARCH 21 GUEST SPEAKER The Rt. Rev. Mike Hill 55th Bishop of Bristol Books are available for $10 at the Thursday morning meetings. Breakfast is available for a $5 donation. Reservations are not required. For more information, contact Jennifer DiMichele at 713-985-3845 or jdimichele@stmartinsepiscopal.org. 5TH GRADE P A R E N T M E E T I N G Sunday, March 24 10:15 a.m. The Island, Room 207 Parents of 5th grade students are invited to attend this meeting to hear about what their children will get to experience when they join Student Ministries beginning Sunday, April 28. For more information, contact Florence Ritchie at 713-985-3843 or fritchie@stmartinsepiscopal.org. 6
For church members and others in our community who suffer with memory loss THE GATHERING This program meets on the fourth Monday of each month 10 a.m. 1:30 p.m. in Bagby Parish Hall. SPRING SHOWERS MARCH 25 LARRY GLASS For more information, contact Kathy Tellepsen at 713-301-4786 or kattellepsen@me.com. Lenten Quiet Day - LISTENING TO GOD - Saturday, March 30 9 a.m. 3 p.m. The Island With Canon Dr. Christina Baxter, CBE When we talk about prayer we usually think about us talking to God. However, prayer is more than just a one-way street. Imagine if your human relationships were like that, just one person doing all the talking they probably wouldn t last long! So how do we listen to God? How do we discern His voice and what He s saying to us? This Lent, Canon Dr. Christina Baxter will be leading our Quiet Day, hosted by the Order of St. Luke, on this very subject. All are welcome to attend. Lunch will be provided. Donations welcome. For more information or to register, contact Katwana Coleman at 713-830-4110 or kcoleman@stmartinsepiscopal.org. 7
Guest Speaker Canon Dr. Christina Baxter, CBE Sunday, March 31 Guest Preacher 8 a.m., 9 a.m., 11:15 a.m. and 6 p.m. The Church Basic Bible Study 10:15 a.m. Bagby Parish Hall Living the Liturgy Canon Dr. Christina Baxter, CBE is a former Principal of St John s College, Nottingham and has pursued a distinguished career as an educationalist and theologian. Before her appointment as Principal, Dr. Baxter had given long service to St. John s College, first as a lecturer and then as Dean. Throughout her varied career Dr. Baxter has maintained a strong interest in Systematic Theology, in particular the theology of ordination and the theology of Karl Barth, and in Anglicanism and the Church of England. Dr. Baxter is a member of the Church of England and has been a Reader since 1971. Until her retirement in 2010, Dr. Baxter was a prominent member of the General Synod, holding the position of Chair of the House of Laity and member of The Archbishops Council. Student Ministries High School Mission Trip Saturday, June 22 Friday, June 28 Registration online by Sunday, March 31 at bit.ly/highschoolelsalvador2019 Cost: $1,500 (airfare included) Students will travel to El Salvador where they will partner with missionary, Kurt Ackermann, and his ministry, Sus Hijos/His Children. They will help build a home for a family in need and spend time at several government-run orphanages. For more information, contact World Missions at 713-985-3811 or worldmission@stmartinsepiscopal.org. 8
THURSDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY AND SPEAKER SERIES 1 & 2 THESSALONIANS BY N. T. WRIGHT 7 8 A.M. BAGBY PARISH HALL APRIL 4 GUEST SPEAKER Rabbi Chase Foster Assistant Rabbi, Congregation Beth Israel Books are available for $10 at the Thursday morning meetings. Breakfast is available for a $5 donation. Reservations are not required. For more information, contact Jennifer DiMichele at 713-985-3845 or jdimichele@stmartinsepiscopal.org. 9
A Bible Study for Women CHRISTIAN LIFE STUDY Seeking God's Truth Through His Word PSALM 46 CLS begins study of Psalm 46 on April 4. It s a great time to join! Thursdays through April 25 Thursday Mornings 9:30 11:20 a.m. connect. pray. grow. Thursday Evenings 6:30 8 p.m. Pick up a brochure in the church display racks or visit clsbiblestudy.com. Contact Anna McLean at 281-782-0594 or amaynebr1@gmail.com for the morning group or Ann Wilson at 713-783-4912or annwilson33@gmail.com for the evening group. st. martin s SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM St. Martin s is offering scholarships for higher education to our graduating high school seniors. Applications can be found at stmartinsepiscopal.org/student-ministries or picked up at the Student Ministries offi ce. The deadline for submission is Friday, April 5. Award recipients will be notified of their selection by Friday, April 19 and recognized during the Senior Sunday reception on Sunday, May 5. For more information, contact the Student Ministries office at 713-985-3843 or Florence Ritchie at fritchie@stmartinsepiscopal.org. 10
OUTREACH Help Staff the Food Pantry Monday Thursday, March 11 14 11 a.m. 2 p.m. 9600 South Gessner, Building E ECHOS requests volunteers to staff the food pantry. If you are interested, contact Kathy Eckhart at keckhart@echos-houston.org. Worship with the Homeless at Church in the Field Tuesday, March 12 6:30 p.m., Carpool departure 7:30 p.m., Worship service 2800 St. Charles Street We will serve a meal, serve as prayer partners and provide praise music for the service. Volunteers age 18 and older will meet in St. Martin s parking lot across from The Church to carpool to the service. Attend Volunteer Orientation Thursday, March 14 Noon 5306 Harrisburg Open Door Mission provides shelter, food, clothing and encouragement for homeless, addicted and disabled men. Join us to learn more about the program, take a tour and enjoy lunch. For more information or to sign up, please contact Outreach Ministries at 713-985-3811 or outreach@stmartinsepiscopal.org. 11
Activities are held in the Hope and Healing Center & Institute building that is located on the eastern side of the St. Martin s Episcopal Church campus. We look forward to seeing you! Lunch and Learn: Getting a Brain Tune-up! Wednesday, March 20 Noon 1 p.m. There are many factors that affect how well we age: our genes and our lifestyle. This presentation will highlight tips to help preserve our brains and introduce strategies to help improve our memory ability. Aging With Grace: Health Care Rights and Responsibilities Monday, March 25 10 11:30 a.m. When you go to a new doctor or hospital, you are given information about your rights and responsibilities as a patient. We will review some of the key features, as well as explain ways that you can assure that your health care wishes will be followed. How to Avoid Ethical Pitfalls Wednesday, March 27 6:30 8 p.m. There is no doubt that navigating the waters of ethical responsibilities in your place of work or practice can seem tricky and sometimes daunting. By being proactive, addressing potential conflicts and discussing them with colleagues, we can avoid the sticky situations that lead to ethics board hearings, lawsuits and more. In this training, you will review the ethical pitfalls that many mental health professionals encounter and how to avoid them. This CEU event is geared toward Mental Health Professionals. Registration is required. For reservations and more information, please call 713-871-1004 or visit our website at hopeandhealingcenter.org. 12