Summer Sundays - St. Martin`s Episcopal Church

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SUMMER 2015
STAR
THE
Summer Sundays
and Programs for Everyone
St. Martin’s Episcopal Church
Atop each of the spires of The Church is a three-dimensional
radiant cross, a symbol of Christ, the light of the world. There
are numerous references in scripture to Christ as the light
of the world (John 1:9, 14). These include the story of the
wise men coming to see the child Jesus (Matthew 2:1-15),
when Jesus was presented to the priests at the temple
(Luke 2:30-32), and Jesus’ baptism by John the Baptist
(John 1:29). May St. Martin’s always be that light of Christ
to our city and region.
STAR
THE
The Star is an official publication of St. Martin’s Episcopal Church.
Our Mission
To bring by the power of the Holy Spirit as many people
as possible to know, love, and serve God as revealed
through Jesus Christ; and to be transformed into
spiritually renewed disciples of Jesus who know, love
and serve one another and the world.
Deadline for Announcements
The deadline to submit information for The Star is two
months before publication on the 10th of the month.
Phone Numbers
Office...............................................................713-621-3040
Fax...................................................................713-622-5701
Activity Center..................................................713-621-8625
Café St. Martin’s...............................................713-985-3847
Event Reservations..........................................713-985-3844
Library ............................................................713-830-4118
Church Offices
717 Sage Road, Houston, TX 77056
Prayer Requests...............................................713-830-4124
Office Hours
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
(Individual department hours vary.)
The Hope and Healing Center & Institute.........713-871-1004
Postmaster
Send address changes to
717 Sage Road
Houston, TX 77056-2199
Preschool.........................................................713-621-2944
The Island/Student Ministries..........................713-871-1004
Tours................................................................713-830-4117
Visitor Information...........................................713-830-4126
Additional phone numbers and email addresses are at:
stmartinsepiscopal.org > About St. Martin’s > The Staff
ON THE COVER
This beautiful fountain is located in the Serenity Garden, which is located just south of the Hope and Healing Center on
St. Martin’s campus. The garden provides a tranquil setting for prayer and reflection away from a stressful world. The
meandering path is lined with varied plants and the calming sound of water flows from the fountain inscribed with the timeless
Serenity Prayer. The most Rev. and Rt. Honorable Dr. George L. Carey, 103rd Archbishop of Canterbury, officiated at the
blessing and dedication of the Garden that was given to the Glory of God and in memory of Evelyn “Nan” Luckett Williams.
Contents
SUMMER 2015
02
From the Rector
04
Worship, Christian Education
and Fellowship for Adults
04 I BASIC BIBLE STUDY
Our Adult Sunday School Basic Bible Study tradition of scripture-based
instruction continues throughout the summer with classes led by
St. Martin’s Clergy.
05
Programs for All Adults
06
Programs for Women
07
Student Ministries
08
Children’s Ministry
09
Outreach and Missions
11
Parish Life
25
The Hope and Healing Center & Institute
27Giving
09 I OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES THIS SUMMER
Helping in the food pantry isn’t the only way to give back to the community this
summer. All members of the family are invited to serve as Outreach volunteers
for a number of local charitable organizations.
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ASTER 2015
The Sunday of the Resurrection was a joyous day as Parishioners celebrated
Easter with a breakfast served by our Vestry and six Holy Eucharist services.
FROM THE RECTOR
“I know how busy you are...”
A few confessions here: first, I confess though I wish it were not the case, but often
when I get a call or run into one of our beloved members who wants something more
than a greeting, they will offer those words above, “I know how busy you are...”
T
he truth of the matter is,
or meetings that might interfere with this
days and nights and in time we forget that
I probably am busy; but not
time. I find I am at my best in my work if
that time is really a gift of God – and He is
“too” busy to make time for
I maintain this rhythm of quiet time and
to be its Master, through us.
relationship...and not “too” busy
busy time.
to slow down and offer more than a casual
The ancient desert fathers understood the
Summer is a good time for all of us to step
importance of cultivating the soul when
back and take a look at our lives. There are
they would call out to one another, “Fuge,
lots of little quips you could use to reflect
terche et quisset” – silence, solitude and
Second, I also confess there are days I
on your life...“Are you working to live or
inner peace. Martin Luther once said,
look at my calendar and let out a little
living to work...” or will you “wear out
“I have so much business I cannot get
“whew” as I see every hour filled with
or rust out...” The truth is, for most of us,
on without spending three hours daily
appointments, meetings or duties to be
we live our lives moving up and down
in prayer.” In the early Church, as the
accomplished. I love my work and wish
the proverbial lifestyle thermometer –
Christian faith began to grow, there were
there were more hours in the day. Because
sometimes we are busy, other times bored,
many responsibilities placed upon Jesus’
St. Martin’s is a big place, the Clergy and
sometimes somewhere in between. But
earliest followers, but we read in the Book
I have to “divvy up” the important work
we cannot, as those charged to live as
of Acts that when the original apostles
of visiting with members. I am not able,
Christ would have us live, dismiss the
were tempted to invest their energies
usually, to meet at a moment’s notice;
important work of the inner life – tending
in some of these other important and
but with time and proper scheduling, the
to our souls.
necessary tasks, they determined to give
busyness can be “managed” in a way that
So let me offer you the same words I often
“howdy do,” and certainly not “too” busy
to pray with someone who needs prayer.
I am most effective in my work.
hear, “I know you are busy...” and let me
themselves continually to prayer and
the ministry of the Word. (Acts 6:4) Of
course, we have no better model than Jesus
Third, I must confess, that part of my
add a few, “...but not too busy... to tend
busyness has to include time to (capturing
to your soul.” As the days run longer in
David’s words from Psalm 46:10)...“be still
June, July and August, perhaps it’s time to
and know God.” While it is not the case
purchase (if you don’t already have one)
every morning for sure, I try to begin my
a journal...and reflect on the last several
day with some form of prayer, reading and
months. Did you “schedule” time to pray?
physical exercise. If you are a member, you
To worship? To be alone? To be with others
Jesus was busy. He (literally by the way)
know I have a good bit of writing to do
not for work, but for the sake, simply, of
had the weight of the world on His
(whether articles like this, or in preparation
being with others? Have you spent time in
shoulders...but He carried it not through
for a sermon or teaching). That kind of
God’s Word?
the strength of brawn and muscle, but
work cannot be done at the office and
that’s when I hunker down in my study
at home (usually mornings and all day on
Wednesdays). I have to be rather vigilant in
scheduling this “quiet time,” so with rare
exceptions, I decline invitations to meals
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T H E S TA R I S U M M E R 2 0 1 5
One of the reasons to “be still,” is answered
by David’s Psalm “and know that I am
God.” Busyness, particularly as it relates
himself, who often withdrew to places
apart for prayer, and as Mark records it,
“... in the morning, a great while before
day, He rose and went out to a lonely
place, and there he prayed.” (Mark 1:35)
through the bended knee of prayer,
reflection, meditation – quiet moments
set apart from the busyness.
to our work (albeit work a day work or
I commend strongly to you (I think I have
volunteer work) can create an illusion that
before...) Gordon MacDonald’s book,
somehow “we” are God! We “master” our
Ordering Your Private World, which is filled
F R O M
with helpful nuggets about tending to your
soul. In one place he wisely notes, “One
who walks with God will tell you plainly,
God does not ordinarily shout to make
Himself heard. As Elijah discovered, God
tends to whisper in the garden.”
He goes on, recalling a visit to a missionary
center in Latin America where workmen
were constructing a sound studio for a
T H E
R E C T O R
She advises:
So, my friend, “I know you’re busy...but!”
“We need to find God, and he
cannot be found in noise and
restlessness. God is the friend of
silence. See how nature – trees,
flowers, grass – grow in silence;
see the stars, the moon and sun,
radio station. He writes, “They were taking
how they move in silence – the
careful measures to soundproof the rooms
more we receive in silent prayer, the
so that no noise from the city streets could
mar the broadcasts and recordings that
more we can give in our active life.
would emanate from that place. We must
We need silence to be able to touch
learn to soundproof the heart against the
souls. The essential thing is not
intruding noises of the public world in
order to hear what God has to say.”
(pp. 150-151)
Let me leave you with one more pearl
from a woman whose life was so incredibly
busy, Mother Teresa. Despite her filled days
and nights she knew the importance of
importing soul-tending into her schedule.
what we say, but what God says
Take some time out of your busyness to
be about the work of tending to your soul.
Summer time is a great time to do that...
step back...step deeper...enjoy the busy
moments; but make time and space for the
quiet and still ones...for surely, in doing
so, you will, as David writes, “know God.”
And that’s always a good way to busy
yourself...! Happy Summer!
The Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr.
In Malcolm Muggeridge, Something Beautiful for God
(Garden City, New York: Image, 1977), p. 48.
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to us and through us. All our words
will be useless unless they come
from within – words which do not
give the light of Christ increase
the darkness.”1
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W O R S H I P,
C H R I S T I A N
E D U C AT I O N
A N D
F E L L O W S H I P
F O R
A D U LT S
BASIC BIBLE STUDY
The 39 Articles:
SEEKERS
500 Year-old Vintage Gospel!
Adults with Seniority
Sundays
Led by the Rev. R-J Heijmen, Senior
10:15 – 11 a.m.
Associate Rector for Christian Education,
Bagby Parish Hall
Stewardship and Student Ministries
Activity Center, Aerobics Room
This class is for adults of all ages.
July 12
Clergy Liaisons: The Rev. Nick Dyke and
the Rev. Robert Wareing
Articles I – VIII: Just the Facts, Ma’am:
After Wolf Hall: The Book of Common
Prayer and What We Believe
God, the Bible and the Creeds
July 19
Articles IX – XVIII: The Odd Couple:
Us and Jesus
June 14 – Seeds of the Kingdom
June 21 – Divine Power
June 28 – Healing and Restoration
Sunday, July 5
Associate Rector for Family, Children,
Join us for festive
music celebrating our nation’s
independence. Patriotic
favorites including the
“Star-spangled Banner,”
“America the Beautiful” and
“God Bless America”
will be sung at all services.
Outreach and Young Adult Ministries
June 7
The Church of England’s Birth:
A Royal Mess or an Archbishop’s Victory?
June 14
The One Book for Worship:
What We Believe Behind Our Prayers
Led by the Rev. Chad Martin, Associate
June 21
Rector for Evangelism and Worship
Dearly Beloved:
August 2, 9, 16 and 23
great place for singles and couples to
June 7 – Preaching, Teaching and Healing
Led by the Rev. Alex Large, Senior
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areas with the Seekers group. This is a
Articles XIX – XXIX: All in the Family:
Making Sense of God’s Will
Topic to be announced
liturgy, sacraments and other related
have fun learning.
Why God, Why?
June 28
and then branch off into Church history,
July 26
The Church (and what it does)
Love in Weddings, Baptisms and Funerals
Study the Gospel and other readings,
Sunday School
will not meet in observance
of the Independence Day
holiday.
P R O G R A M S
F O R
A L L
A D U LT S
Faith in Literature
Evening Group
Beginning in September, the Faith in
September Bonhoeffer by Eric Metaxas
Literature group will explore, discuss and
make relevant connections between faith
October
The Curious Incident of the Dog
in the Night-time by Mark Haddon
and works of fiction, past and present.
The day group will meet the second
November
A Passage to India by E.M. Forster
Wednesday of the month; the evening
group will meet the third Tuesday of
For more information, contact Deb Tisch at 713-985-3817
or [email protected].
the month. While operating within the
framework of Christian theology, we seek
St. Martin’s Singles 40 and Above
December The Baker’s Daughter by Sarah McCoy
to ascertain in our reading how all good
literature, if even by its omission, deals
We have teamed with St. John the Divine
with and reflects themes of faith.
for social and service gatherings that
and St. Luke’s United Methodist Church
really do offer something for everyone.
Second Sunday Lunch
Sunday, June 14
12:30 p.m.
Central Market, 3815 Westheimer Road
Day Group
September All the Light We Cannot See:
A Novel by Anthony Doerr
October
Walking Across Egypt
by Clyde Edgerton
December The Wind in the Willows
by Kenneth Grahame
Tuesdays, June 23, July 28 and August 25
5 – 6 p.m.
Activity Center, Fellowship Room
Kids’ Meals is the nation’s only mealson-wheels service for children that
provides healthy, home-delivered lunches
to hungry children under the age of
Singles Mingle
five who live in poverty in Houston,
Thursday, June 18
5:30 p.m.
CRISP, 2220 Bevis
and are not old enough yet to receive
Fourth Friday Dinner
November H Is for Hawk
by Helen Macdonald (2015)
Men’s Outreach – Kids’ Meals Program
Friday, June 26
Time to be determined
Miller Outdoor Theater,
6000 Hermann Park Drive
free breakfast and lunch in school.
Men of St. Martin’s make approximately
750 sandwiches each month for the
organization that provides and delivers
nutritious meals free of cost to the
families of more than 1,700 children.
Your summer spiritual companion is here.
A SUMMER COMPANION
out Summer Times
tes us to pause and ponder the gladness of God.
nsome and gracious. Let him lead you into a quiet
gentle touch from your heavenly Father.”
Lucado, Senior Pastor of Oak Hills Church, San Antonio
or the days and weeks of summer is ‘Ordinary Time,’
s anything but. It is an extraordinary gift to all of us
d pastor.”
– Jon Meacham, Former Editor and Chief of Newsweek
e Editor and Executive Vice President of Random House
and powerful book, an experienced Rector holds
ugh the eternal truths that can shape and enhance
e, he helps you understand the gift of faith. As you
ust read addition. With this book, Russ Levenson
of devotional texts in the Episcopal Church today.”
– The Very Reverend Ian Markham, Dean and President
of Virginia Theological Seminary
summer TIMES
utation as teacher and preacher rests on his deep
S we are given an anthology of down to earth
ible, interesting and very relevant. I commend
Most Reverend and Right Honorable Dr. George L. Carey,
103rd Archbishop of Canterbury
summer
TIMES
A Collection
of Scriptures,
Meditations
and Prayers
BOUT LAURA AND RUSSELL J. LEVENSON, JR.
uss and Laura live in Houston, Texas. Russ is the
ector of St. Martin’s Church. He is the author of two
Summer Times – A Collection of Scriptures,
Meditations and Prayers by Russell J. Levenson, Jr.
Books available for sale in St. Martin’s Bookstore & Gift Shoppe
“Dr. Russ Levenson’s fine reputation as teacher and preacher rests on his deep spirituality. In
Summer Times we are given an anthology of down-to-earth meditations that are accessible,
interesting and very relevant. I commend Summer Times hugely!”
— The Most Reverend and Right Honorable Dr. George L. Carey, 103rd Archbishop of Canterbury
her books, Provoking Thoughts and Preparing Room,
evotional companions for Lent and Advent.
Levenson
Russell J. Levenson, Jr.
“My friend Russ Levenson invites us to pause and ponder the gladness of God. His words are
like his heart: winsome and gracious. Let him lead you into a quiet place where you will receive
a gentle touch from your heavenly Father.”
— Max Lucado, Senior Pastor of Oak Hills Church, San Antonio
“It is hoped that your summer months are, in fact, slower than all the others and you can carry this companion along to probe you into deeper, more meaningful,
more restful, adventures; and .. . give the work that you do when you are not at rest in its proper place – at God’s disposal.” From the introduction of Summer Times
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P R O G R A M S
New Episcopal Church Women Officers
F O R
W O M E N
by being among the first to shop more
offered and recommended. Godly Play is a
Episcopal Church Women
than 85 high-end merchants. There will be
sensory motor program taught by trained
(ECW) of St. Martin’s recently
gifts for everyone on your Christmas list,
volunteers that introduces preschoolers
elected a new slate of officers
such as stylish clothing, one-of-a-kind
to the wonder of God. Children and
for 2015 – 2016. The purpose
accessories, unique home décor items,
grandchildren of those attending the
of ECW is to empower each other to
daily silent auctions, and frozen entrées
class are very welcome. There is no charge
live the life for which Christ called us
from the ECW Pantry!
for child care and Godly Play. Child
by sharing His love through outreach,
This event is the primary fundraiser for
fellowship and spiritual growth. ECW is
the fellowship of all women of St. Martin’s
and is organized to enable women to
serve our Lord through Service, Worship,
Education, Evangelism and Pastoral Care.
ECW’s outreach grants, which benefit
organizations serving the less fortunate in
our community. The Joy of Giving Market
is asking for your help. Donations for the
Silent Auction would be much appreciated.
Ann Cochran – President
If you have a weekend getaway, tickets to
Erynn Scollard – President-elect
the ballet or theater, luncheon or dinner, or
Christine Williams – Past-president
and Parliamentarian
gift you would like to donate, please contact
Janet Schaumburg – Treasurer
at [email protected] or Susan Peterson
Betsy Trice – Treasurer-elect
at [email protected]. Each donated
Casey Hedges – Recording Secretary
Sarah Bailey – Corresponding Secretary
25th Annual
Joy of
Giving
Market
Tuesday, October 20
4:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Early Bird Shopping Night
($15 admission)
Hors d’oeuvres and desserts will be
served throughout this evening. Make
plans to bring a friend and attend this fun
and festive party! Tickets will be available
for sale in St. Martin’s Bookstore & Gift
Shoppe in mid September.
Wednesday, October 21
9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Thursday, October 22
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Joy of Giving Market (free admission)
care is also available upon request for
those attending our evening class. Class
brochures are now available in the church
information display racks.
For more information, contact Deb Tisch at 713-985-3817
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Silent Auction Co-chairs Dianne Dickenson
item will be featured in our silent auction
and all donations are tax deductible.
Christian Life Study –
A Bible Study for Women
September 10, 2015 – May 5, 2016
Thursday mornings, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Bagby Parish Hall
Thursday evenings, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Payne Education Center, Room 210/212
If you are ready for a change in your life,
come join us and see what God can do!
Come for a refreshing time with others
who are seeking a deeper relationship
with Christ and the fellowship of new
Christian friends. This study offers
women of every age the opportunity
to study the Bible in a comfortable and
unintimidating atmosphere. Beginning
Tuesdays
9:30 a.m.
Activity Center
The purpose of this caring ministry is
to knit and crochet God’s love, care and
warmth into our shawls, and have them
blessed before giving them away. If you
don’t knit or crochet, we will help you
learn how or encourage you to start
knitting or crocheting again. You may stay
and knit or crochet in fellowship with
others or knit or crochet on your own.
Please consider being a part of our group.
For more information, contact the Rev. Suse McBay
at 713-985-3823 or [email protected].
students are encouraged to join us. The
format includes home study, small group
discussions, and relevant teaching. Please
register before Monday, August 3 to assist
us in forming small groups. The class
Holy Strollers Family Picnic
remains open to visitors and/or new
Saturday, June 6
9 – 11 a.m.
members throughout the year.
St. Martin’s Playground
hosted by Episcopal Church Women of
Child care for ages six weeks to three
Enjoy breakfast bites with St. Martin’s
St. Martin’s marks the beginning of the
years and our nurturing Godly Play
families as we celebrate the beginning
holiday season. Make plans to celebrate
program for ages three to five years are
of summer.
The 25th Annual Joy of Giving Market
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S T U D E N T
PARENT SUMMIT MEETING
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
M I N I S T R I E S
MIDDLE SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
This summer St. Martin’s Student
Mission Trip to Port Aransas
program for middle school students. Our
Surf, Sand and Service
Sunday, August 23
10 a.m.
June 14 – 18
Ministry will be offering a two-week
Middle School Summer Days will be an
exciting six days of games, programs,
service and adventures exploring the city.
The Hope & Healing Center Auditorium
The six days will be divided up into two
Parents of children from 6th through
three-day sessions. Each day is $20, or
12th grade are invited to hear from
$50 for each week, and includes lunch,
Youth Ministry about the upcoming
transportation and activities. You can
school year, and all the programs, trips
register at theislandlive.com.
and retreats that are coming up.
If you have any questions, please contact Florence Ritchie
FOR ALL STUDENTS
Join us this summer as St. Martin’s
Student Ministry travels to the beaches
HIGH SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
of Port Aransas for our annual Middle
Mission Trip to New York City
School mission trip! We will again
Bright Lights, Big City, Big Service
serve at Trinity by The Sea Episcopal
Church as well as ARK (Animal
June 21 – 27
Rehabilitation). The trip will be a
wonderful opportunity for fellowship
Sundays, June 7 and 28, July 12, 19
and 26, and August 2, 9 and 16
10:15 – 11 a.m.
The Island, Room 203
Join us for donuts, fun and to learn
more about God through the Bible.
and service. Each night there will be
gospel-centered teaching and worship.
The cost for this trip is $375 per person
for food, room and board.
For more information about Middle School events and
activities, contact Will Kulseth at 713-830-4148 or
[email protected].
If you are visiting or looking to check
out our middle school or high school
group for the first time this would be
Middle School Summer Days
Join us this summer as St. Martin’s
Student Ministry travels to New York
the perfect place to start!
City for our annual High School mission
For more information, contact Anthony Orona
trip. We will be working in various soup
kitchens and homeless shelters, as well as
leading Vacation Bible School programs
for kids. We also will have some time to
see some sights and the city, visit the 911
Memorial and take in a Yankees baseball
game. Each night we will have teaching
and small groups. We promise you won’t
come back the same! The cost for this
trip is $1,750 per person for airfare, food,
Session 1: July 6 – 8
room and board.
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
For more information, contact Laura Henry at
713-985-3841 or [email protected].
Session 2: July 13 – 15
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The Island and Soccer Field
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C H I L D R E N ’ S
Super Summer Sundays
M I N I S T R Y
Children’s Ministry E-newsletter
IMPORTANT
SUMMER DATES
FOR KIDS
Kindergarten – 5th grade
June 8 – 11
Marvel at God’s Greatness!
Vacation Bible School
Our e-newsletter is the best way to
learn about events particular to
preschool and grade-school children,
and upcoming events specific to
younger families. We do not pull email
addresses arbitrarily from the Church
June 14 – August 16
10:15 – 11 a.m.
Payne Education Center, Room 202
June 14 – August 16
Super Summer Sundays
July 5
Sunday School will not meet in
observance of the Independence
Day holiday*.
database; you must request to receive
August 23
the e-newsletter. We do not often send
Back to School Sunday
regular mail, so the e-newsletter is
designed to make all the communication
* Child care continues to be offered for newborns –
pre-K during all morning church services.
Ahhhh summer! After Vacation Bible
about children user-friendly, short and
School, join us each week for Super
sweet. We communicate once a week
Summer Sundays. “A Minute to Win
during the school year and give special
It!” will be our theme that features
dates in a timely manner for planning
Bible lessons and games teaching us
purposes. We keep in mind the school
about our great God who promises us a
calendar and your commitment there.
“win” every time. Imagine Bible lessons
We recognize the younger ages of the
such as “junk in the trunk,” “breakfast
children in our ministry and do not
scramble,” “movin’ up” and “cookie
aim to over-schedule or squeeze out
face,” just to name a few. Our Children’s
family time.
Old Church
Ministry team can’t wait to spend the
Email Holli Kight at [email protected] to
subscribe to the Children’s Ministry e-newsletter.
Parents of children from kindergarten
summer with your kids!
PARENT SUMMIT MEETING
MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Sunday, August 23
10:15 a.m.
through 5th grade are invited to hear
from Children’s Ministry about the
upcoming school year, and all the
programs and events that are coming
up. Children will join their new grade
level classrooms on the second floor of
the Payne Education Building on this
day. So relax, have fun and enjoy the
summer – we can’t wait to spend it
with you!
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O U T R E A C H
A N D
M I S S I O N S
OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE
Church Under the Bridge
For more information about becoming
6:45 p.m., Leave from St. Martin’s
a volunteer for any of these events/
parking lot
organizations or questions about our
7:30 p.m., Worship service
Outreach ministry, please contact the
2800 St. Charles Street
Outreach office at 713-985-3811 or
Join us for an uplifting worship service
[email protected].
to minister to the homeless in downtown
Houston: reVision
Anthony Silva, Jesse Garcia and Marlon
Lizama are part of the reVision youth
community that gathers on Thursday evenings
at The Island. They have been part of this
positive peer group since they were young
teenagers and remain active to help other
teens in a fun, safe environment. Their dance
crew, Havikoro, often performs during weekly
reVision works to transform the lives
gatherings.
of at-risk and gang-affected youth by
For more information or to sign up for a reVision
event, contact Outreach Ministries at 713-985-3811
connecting them to positive adult role
models, building a new community
around strong, affirming peer groups,
and preparing youth for promising
Kid’s Meals
futures through education and jobs.
Houston by serving a meal, serving as
prayer partners and providing praise
music for the monthly worship service.
The Beacon Day Center
Thursdays, June 18, July 16 and August 20
Saturday, June 20
10:45 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Community Nights
1212 Praire
Thursdays, June 4, 11, 18 and 25,
We will serve lunch at The Beacon,
July 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, and August 6,
which offers assistance to more than
13, 20 and 27
600 clients daily by providing hot meals,
6:45 – 9 p.m.
hot showers and laundry services.
The Island
Christian Community
Service Center Work Day
Clemens Prison Youth Group
Fridays, June 5, July 3 and August 7
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Contact Outreach for location information
Team Sports
7 p.m.
Location to be determined based
on weather conditions
4 – 5 p.m.
Activity Center, Community Room
Saturdays, June 27, July 25, and
Kids’ Meals provides and distributes
Orientation
August 22 and 29
nutritious lunches to hungry preschool
9 a.m. – noon
Thursdays, June 4 and August 6
children throughout Houston. Men
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6 – 7 p.m.
The Island
of St. Martin’s also hosts a Kids’ Meal
program the fourth Tuesday of the
month. See page 5 for more information.
Help organize and distribute food
and clothing for this community-based,
non-profit organization serving the
inner city Houston area.
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Bolivia Mission Trip
Team Meeting
Honduras Mission Trip Team Meeting
Sunday, June 7
10:15 a.m.
Activity Center, Game Room
Prayer Partners and Mission Trip team
members will meet to talk about the
upcoming trip to Bolivia. This is a deeply
relational mission to work and play
alongside the children of the family-
Sunday, July 12
10:15 a.m.
centered Amistad Mission orphanage.
The Island
The highlight for all attendees will
In partnership with the Texas Water
be facilitating the annual Olympic
Mission of the Diocese of West Texas
Games for children from Amistad and
and the Diocese of Honduras, volunteers
neighboring orphanages. The trip also
(minimum age 16) will coordinate with
will include an overnight visit to the
communities in need of clean water.
mountain village of Arimasi.
Volunteers will work on a tightly knit
team in the midst of deep poverty
assisting with health and hygiene
education, and final installation of
the well pump.
Mission Trip Prayer Partners
1800s, said it best, “When we work,
Prayer partners are asked to
commit to:
we work. When we pray, God works.”
1. Pray for your assigned
“super-natural” things. Mission trips are
person before and during the
kingdom building activities, which by
mission trip.
definition require the “super-natural.”
2. Contact three others to join
your “inner circle” or team.
3. Wear the bracelet you will
be provided.
Want to be a part of a mission to Costa
Rica, Bolivia or Honduras without going
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prayer partner by visiting our website at
stmartinsepiscopal.org/world-missionpartners-and-trips and clicking the link
under “Invitation to Prayer Partners
– Mission Trips 2015.” You also can
first undertaking, you are still
contact Rachel Brownlie at 713-985-3811
eligible and encouraged to be
a prayer partner.
On behalf of the World Mission
Committee, I thank you for your
mission trip participants by becoming a
sure each person going on a trip has a
prayer partner, also known as pray-ers.
minimum of three pray-ers – but would
love to reach a goal of 12!
estimated to have about 100 “go-ers.”
Prayer is essential for successful mission
(In mission trip-speak we have “go-ers,
trips. Why? Hudson Taylor, a British
giv-ers and pray-ers.”) We want to make
Christian missionary to China in the
I invite you to join us and become a
Even if you can only do the
on the trip? You can! Join our team of
St. Martin’s mission trips this year are
We cannot rely on the “natural” for
consideration in joining this effort.
– Tad May,
Prayer Partner Coordinator
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Easter Day 2015
Hallelujeha, He Is Risen! St. Martin’s celebrated Easter with joyous songs and moving sermons during this special holy
day. Families also enjoyed a delicious, complimentary breakfast in Bagby Parish Hall courtesy of current and past Vestry
of St. Martin’s. Holy Eucharist services on the Sunday of the Resurrection included festive music by the Parish Choir,
Gloria Dei Organ, Brass and Tympani.
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Easter Day 2015
St. Martin’s Episcopal Church welcomed more than 4,750 people at our six Easter Sunday worship services. During Holy
Week and Palm Sunday, another 3,700 worshippers shared in the Lenten observances and celebration of Jesus’ triumphant
entry into Jerusalem.
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Saturday, April 4 – The Meyer family
filled their baskets at this year’s Easter
Family Festival.
Saturday, April 4 – The Rev. Alex
Large read the Easter story at The
Island to young children so they could
learn more about the true meaning
of Easter.
Saturday, April 4 – Let the Easter egg
hunt begin! Baskets filled up quickly
at the popular Easter Family Festival
hosted by Episcopal Church Women of
St. Martin’s. The event also featured a
reading of the Easter story, petting zoo,
crafts and face painting.
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Saturday, April 4 – The Bailey family enjoyed all the festivities during the Easter Family Festival.
P A R I S H
Tuesday, April 14 – The Episcopal Church
Women (ECW) of St. Martin’s biennial style
show was a wonderful way to celebrate faith,
friends and fashion from Elizabeth Anthony
Boutique and David2Leather. Proceeds from
this elegant event that was co-chaired by
Marilyn Ligon, Heather Ligon Crosswell and
Leah Ligon Crosswell benefitted ECW
outreach programs. Nearly 20 women from
St. Martin’s modeled the latest looks that
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Step into Spring
Style Show
ranged from colorful dresses and casual
separates, to eye-catching evening wear
and sporty leather jackets.
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St. Paul’s Cathedral Choir
Friday, April 24 – The Choir of St Paul’s
Cathedral, London, performed for nearly 1,200
people in The Church as part of their first tour of
the United States in 12 years. The choir visited
eight cities in seven states and ended its tour
with a concert at Washington National Cathedral
in Washington, DC. The choir is one of the most
renowned choirs of boys and men in the world.
There has been a choir of boy choristers and
vicars choral at St. Paul’s for more than nine
centuries. It is known worldwide from its many
recordings and, throughout modern history, its
participation in services on national occasions,
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including HM The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in
2012 and funeral of Baroness Thatcher in 2013.
The Choir’s main responsibility is to sing the
daily choral services of St. Paul’s Cathedral,
for which it maintains one of the largest active
choral repertoires of any choir, anywhere.
In an article from the Houston Chronicle
that appeared to promote the event, Andrew
Carwood, Director of Music at St. Paul’s
Cathedral, says that England’s choral
abundance is the result of centuries of musical
cultivation. “England is peppered with cathedrals
that maintain the choral tradition. There’s been
high-class music in the churches for a long time.”
St. Martin’s has developed a relationship with
St. Paul’s since St. Martin’s choir sang at the
Cathedral in 2012 and will sing a series of
Evensongs there in July 2016. In addition,
Simon Johnson, St. Paul’s organist, will be part
of St. Martin’s music series in October 2015.
“We are thrilled to have hosted St. Paul’s for this
special concert,” said Dr. David Henning, Director
of Music and Parish Organist. “It is such an
incredible honor to have this talented choir that is
so rich in history and excellent in performance.”
P A R I S H
BAPTISMS
April 4
Emerson Eloise Caldwell
Lila Elizabeth Dwyer
Caroline Evelyn Hedges
Wade Bolton Jennings
Neil Walter Johnson
Kate Olivia Marshall
Donald McFall Perrow
Adrian Alexander Sledge
Annabel Zale Tipps
April 11
Henry Simon Virene
April 26
April 11
Clayton Blake McWherter
Katherine Maria Frolow and
Richard Nooe Rose
May 2
SYMPATHY
Edward Coffin Prouty
George Hampton Prouty
Travis Lee Rea
Jake Walker Steward
March 29
William Lafayette Sellers
May 3
Ian Michael Barends
May 9
Nicolas Pennington Castellanos
Ray Gene Cook IV
Grace Caroline Eaton
Warren Ruffin
Harris Christopher Barteau
MARRIAGES
Emma Elizabeth Zito
Kadriye Ashley Gunay Alcorn
April 18
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NEW MEMBERS
Adrianna M. Blackman
April 10
Jack Sproul Sherrill
April 24
James Aaron Howell Glanville
April 26
Roger John Dorn
May 1
Dr. Robert H. Peterson
Mieshell Isabel Evanich
Charity Burr
Austin Raine Huffman
Richard Burr
May 4
Penelope Sinclair Milligan
Dick Kantenberger
Martha H. Tyson
Sunday, May 3 – Congratulations to the class of 2015! The families of Margaret O’Donnell (left photo), and Prentiss Burt (TCU shirt) and
James Nakfoor were among those praying for their graduating seniors during High School Recognition Sunday. St. Martin’s congratulations these
accomplished young women and men as they prepare to enter a new chapter in their lives where they can carry their faith with them.
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2015 Spring Confirmation
Youth Confirmed
Katherine Elizabeth Jacobe
Holly Ann Skipton
Robert W. Ligon
Daniel William Warren
Finn Robert Adams
Matthew Christopher Jacobe
Brooke Larsen Tellepsen
Elizabeth Ashby Mann
David William Warren
Victoria Frances Adams
William Dunn Jacobe
Julian Spenser Treat
Stephen Douglas Marshall
Katherine Rose Warren
Elysea Teagan Ashworth
Lauren Stevenson Kearns
Isabelle Morton Vobbe
Clayton Blake McWherter
Michael Henry Weiner
Sophia Lisette Baldazo
Kristin Ann Kight
Lindsay Janice Wells
David Babson Montgomery
Marina Ashley Zamora
Lauren Elizabeth Bennett
Taylor Milton Knauth
Jakob Liam Wittry
Tiffany Montgomery
Adults Received
Lauren Olivia Blakley
Atticus Sandy Koch
Adults Confirmed
Tanya Michelle Mooradian
Stephen George Boss
Julia Masterson Boyles
Lauren Leigh Lehman
Karen Elaine Blake
Stephen Curtis Morgan
Brad J. Burton
Behr Bennington Bruce
James Arthur Lovell
Zachary Scott Brewer
Marilyn Gay Murr
Ky Daniel Cooksey
Raybourne Edward Burt
Mary Bass McConn
Allison Marjorie Dawson
Jacob Daniel Nolan
Michael Scott Francisco
Ashley Catherine Chandler
Quinlan Alisa Meeks
Robert Paul Deck
Nancy Ohanian
Stefani Lynn Garcia
William Knighton Chastain
Alina Estelle Mooradian
Susan Lynn Draper
John Eric Olsen
Joseph F. Lopez
Thomas Burke Cochran, Jr.
Alejandro David Morgan
David Gale Fast
Edward Coffin Prouty
David Bradford Nix
Ray Gene Cook IV
Christopher Marshall Neal
Kristy Gabrielova
Michael Adams Rigg
Sarah Lee Nix
Nicholas Hightower Cox
Chase Reed Ollenburger
Melinda Jean Hall
Clifton Victor Ruffin
Donald Warren Steinway
Neil Jonathan Daily
Barbara Dorset Pierce
Robert Lawson Hauck
Megan Lindsay Ruffin
Ryan Goodson Steward
Sarah Grace Eknoyan
Kendall Morgan Pierce
Carrie Rene’ Iversen
Ryan Christopher Sledge
Nicholas Owen Fetzer
James Henry Ray
Sara Katharine Kimbrough
Lynda Sue Steinway
Emma Brooks Gilliam
Collin Scott Redepenning
Emily Large
Ashley Steward
William Spencer Graham
Caroline Frost Robertson
Ronald L. Latta, Jr.
Karen Tallon
Katherine Eddins Harris
Margaret Belle Runnels
Ngozi Lacy Lawanson
Anne Truong
Elaine Johnston Jacobe
Stockton Daniels Shaffer
Nkechi Joyce Lawanson
Uchenna Kristi Udobi
James Wesley Jacobe
Caroline Sue Sharp
Linda W. Ligon
Crystal Ileen Wade
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Adults Reaffirmed
Charity Burr
Richard Wayne Burr
Katherine Anne Johnson
Cynthia Jane Lathrop
Dwight McLean Lyman
Joyce Marie Scott
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our playground and various classrooms,
and started the Annual Fund that accepts
donations throughout the year and allows
the Preschool to fund additional programs
without substantially raising tuition
costs for parents.
As she leaves St. Martin’s Preschool, the
high level of leadership she has provided
will continue with the new Head of School,
Ellen Gardner Bass. “Based on Ellen’s
statement of philosophy, St. Martin’s
Episcopal Preschool is going to be led by
a passionate educator,” said Kathryn.
“Quoting Ellen, ‘The ability to thrive as
an adult involves a complicated and
wonderful journey that begins in early
childhood.’ Ellen is honest, faithful,
Special Thanks to Kathryn Hooper
Her dedicated efforts have been integral
After nearly nine years as Head of
to the success of the Preschool. Under
St. Martin’s Preschool, Kathryn Hooper
her guidance, the Preschool added a motor
is retiring this spring. Her extensive
skills class where children participate in a
background in children’s education
variety of activities to grow and strengthen
made her the perfect person to head the
motor skills; a weekly family chapel service
Preschool when she joined us in July 2006.
that is facilitated by St. Martin’s Clergy and
Her previous experience included serving
attended by parents and grandparents alike;
Although we will all miss Kathryn,
as Principal of Presbyterian School from
and a preschool garden where children
we appreciate her years of service to
2000 – 2006, Assistant Head of Lower
learn the virtues of responsibility and
further the education of so many children
School at St. John’s School from 1987 –
patience as they help tend the class
and wish her all the best in her
2000, and Preschool Teacher at The
gardens throughout the year. Kathryn
retirement years!
House at Pooh Corner from 1976 – 1987.
also facilitated extensive renovations of
energetic and blessed with a great sense
of humor. I personally feel that the school
is going to be led by the very best in the
field of early childhood education and
that all St. Martin’s families will benefit
from her leadership.”
About St. Martin’s Episcopal Preschool
science curriculum. An enrichment class
St. Martin’s Episcopal Preschool
with literature, math, science and art is
offered two afternoons a week to extend
started in 1987 as a two-day, Mother’s
the day by one hour (2:30 – 3:30 p.m.)
Day Out Program and in just two short
The Episcopal tradition is welcomed by
years evolved into a licensed five day
the diversity of our families who enjoy
child care center with an enrollment
Family Chapel on Wednesday mornings.
of approximately 100 children. The
Preschool has continued to grow
steadily since its beginning and now
has an enrollment of nearly 290
students and a faculty of 50.
The Preschool’s 18 classrooms are
designed with age-appropriate space
and activities for students ranging
from 15 months to five years.
All ages are guided in responsibility,
communication, kindness to others,
awareness and confidence. Each class
has character education one day a week
as well as chapel class, music, library
and motor skills. A part-time teacher
coordinates the outdoor classroom
(garden) with other aspects of the
For more information about St. Martin’s Episcopal
Preschool, visit stmartinsepsicopalpreschool.org.
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A Warm Welcome to Ellen Gardner Bass,
Our New Head of St. Martin’s Preschool
Assistant to the Preschool Head and
Following a nation-wide search, Ellen
of Houston.
Assistant Teacher at the Presbyterian School
Gardner Bass has been named the next
She has served in numerous volunteer roles
Head of School for St. Martin’s Preschool
in a variety of educational environments,
following the retirement of Kathryn
including Head Start, The Episcopal
Hooper. Ellen comes with an extraordinary
Church of the Heavenly Rest in New York,
background and brings several seasoned
The Geneva School of Manhattan, The
years of experience in the field of education
Kinkaid School, the International Christian
in management, classroom experience
Education Center and DePelchin Children’s
and curriculum development. As a mother
From 1987 until 1991, she served in the
of three, she also brings her own unique
United States Department of Education,
experience as a parent involved in all
first as an Assistant to the White House
three children
aspects of lower, middle and upper school
Liaison, and then as Assistant to the
Ellen comes with the hearty
activities and events.
Secretary of Education (serving both Lauro
recommendation of our retiring Head
Cavazos and Lamar Alexander). After a
of School, Kathryn Hooper, and the
season in our nation’s capital, she moved
unanimous support of the Search
back to Texas where she was an eighth
Committee and School Board, to whom
grade American History teacher in the New
we are grateful for their hard work and
Braunfels Independent School District until
support during this search.
Ellen received her Bachelor of Science in
Secondary Education, majoring in History
with a minor in Speech Communication.
She went on to receive a Master of Arts in
the School of Education from New York
University in the Department of Applied
Psychology, graduating with honors.
Center. She, and her husband, John, have
1993, when she returned to New York and
was first the Interim Lower School Head
and then the Head of the Early Childhood
Her vocational track is remarkable, bringing
Program at St. Hilda’s and St. Hugh’s
to our school a rich history of experience.
School. From 2008 to 2009, she was the
Ellen will begin her official duties on
July 1 and we look forward to welcoming
her as she leads us toward the next great
chapter of St. Martin’s Episcopal Preschool.
St. Martin’s Night
at the Cullen Theater at Wortham Theater Presents
Fellowship for Performing Arts Production of
THE
LETTERS
A smart, provocative and wickedly funny theatrical adaptation of
the C.S. Lewis novel about spiritual warfare from a demon’s point of view.
With award-winning actor Max McLean playing Screwtape
j Opening Night – Best Seats in the House i
Thursday, August 13, 8 p.m.
Tickets cost $50
Tickets available for purchase in St. Martin’s Bookstore & Gift Shoppe
Monday – Friday 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Sunday 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
To order tickets by phone call 713-985-3840.
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Presentation of the Dean’s Cross Award
has awarded $50 million to create or
one daughter, Doro; four daughters-in-
First Lady Barbara Pierce Bush was
expand family literacy programs in all
law; one son-in-law; 17 grandchildren;
honored with the Dean’s Cross for Servant
50 states and the District of Columbia.
and five great-grandchildren (one more
Leadership in Church and Society Award
Leading the Foundation’s vision of 100
on the way!). The Bush’s first daughter,
by Virginia Theological Seminary. She
percent literacy in America are Co-chairs
Robin, died from leukemia in 1953
received this award as the “mother of our
Jeb Bush and Doro Bush Koch, while Mrs.
at the age of four.
nation” – a person who has represented the
Bush serves as Honorary Chair of the
best of the vision of America as a land of
Foundation. Today Barbara Bush continues
opportunity, hope and faithfulness.
to enjoy reading to children at schools
A tireless advocate of volunteerism,
and hospitals across the nation.
Barbara Bush often jokes that her
successful life is a result of marrying well.
Her husband’s service as Vice President and
President of the United States provided her
She has authored two children’s books,
a unique opportunity to make a wonderful
C. Fred’s Story and the best-selling Millie’s
difference in the public eye. Public service
Book, whose profits benefited literacy.
is a common thread in the Bush family.
Barbara Bush also wrote the best-selling
Their son George W. served as the
Barbara Bush: A Memoir and Reflections:
Governor of Texas and the nation’s
the right to read and that so many of our
Life After the White House.
43rd President, and their son Jeb was
nation’s problems would be solved if every
Born in 1925 to Pauline and Marvin Pierce,
the Governor of Florida for two terms.
man, woman and child could read, write
she grew up in Rye, New York, where she
Since leaving the White House in 1993,
and comprehend. In 1989, she founded
met and later married George H.W. Bush
she continues to serve others with the
the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family
on January 6, 1945. For more than 50 years,
same energy, goodwill and humor that
Literacy, which supports programs where
St. Martin’s Episcopal Church has been
endear her to so many people around
parents and children can learn and read
their worshiping community. They have
the world.
together. Over the years, the Foundation
four sons, George W., Jeb, Marvin and Neil;
Barbara Bush helped countless charities and
humanitarian causes during her years in
public life. Her primary cause through the
years has been promoting literacy. She is
passionate in her belief that everyone has
Sunday, May 10 – Members of St. Martin’s Clergy along with some of their wives joined Bishop Bud Shand (third from right), Diocese of Easton and
Chair of the Board of Virginia Theological Seminary (VTS), the Very Reverend Dr. Ian Markham, (second from left) Dean and President of VTS, and the
Reverend M.L. Agnew (back row center right), a VTS graduate, retired Dean of St. Mark’s Cathedral in Shreveport, Louisiana, and former Chaplain at
St. Anne’s in Kennebunkport, Maine, where President and Mrs. Bush worship during the summer months, flank President George H.W. Bush and First
Lady Barbara Pierce Bush on the day she received the Dean’s Cross from VTS. Previous recipients of the Dean’s Cross Award include former Secretary
of State Madeleine Albright in 2014 and St. Martin’s Rector the Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr. (right) in 2012.
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Mother’s Day 2015
St. Martin’s celebrated Mother’s Day in style with an elegant buffet lunch served in Bagby Parish Hall that featured an
assortment of entrees, side items and desserts. Dr. David Peterson also continued our Adult Sunday School Basic Bible Study
tradition of scripture-based instruction with a study of the book of Daniel in The Church. In addition, the Most Rev. and
Rt. Honorable Dr. George L. Carey, 103rd Archbishop of Canterbury, gave a moving sermon in observance of the sixth
Sunday of Easter.
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The Rev. Suse McBay
The Rev. Suse McBay was born in
Oxford, England and is married to
Stephen McBay, who grew up in Sugar
Land. After studying as an undergraduate
for an MA in Theology from the
University of Oxford, she worked for a
year at St. George’s Church in Leeds,
and then trained and worked as a high
school teacher of Religious Education
at Immanuel College, Bradford. Before
coming to St. Martin’s, Suse completed
a Diploma in Theology for Ministry at
St. John’s College, Nottingham and also
began working on a PhD with the
University of Chester looking at the
language of cosmic catastrophe in Mark
13:24-25 and related Jewish apocalyptic
literature. In addition to her studies and
church placements, she served on the
committee of AWESOME, a UK-based
network of evangelical Anglican
ordained women and assisted the
Diocese of Nottingham with their
sports outreach programs.
As part of her responsibilities at
St. Martin’s, Suse assists the Rev. Mary
Wilson in Pastoral Care and is the
primary clergy person for a number
of the prayer ministries, including the
Order of St. Luke and the monthly
healing service.
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Sunday, May 10 – Members of the Parish attended the ordination of Susannah E. McBay to the
sacred order of priests in The Church with the Most Rev. and Rt. Honorable Dr. George L. Carey,
103rd Archbishop of Canterbury. Members of St. Martin’s Clergy assisted during this special
evening service.
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All classes, seminars and special events are free of charge unless otherwise noted.
Reservations are requested. Activities are held in the Hope and Healing Center
& Institute that is located on the eastern side of the St. Martin’s Episcopal Church
campus. For more information, visit hopeandhealingcenter.org.
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT NIGHT
Thursdays
6:30 – 8:30 p.m
In conjunction with the National
Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)/
Being Black and Feeling Blue: The
Interface of Religion and Mental Health –
Clinical Benefits and Challenges
care for mentally ill loved ones, and
In collaboration with Depression Bipolar
provide drinks.
learn how to navigate the mental health
care system. Bring your lunch; we will
Support Alliance
Tuesday, July 21
Greater Houston Chapter, we now offer:
Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Family-to-Family
Attendees learn
This series of 12 weekly classes help
from Tiffany
individuals support family members
N. Andry, MD,
with mental health concerns while
Thanks to the generosity of
supporters, donors and grants,
the Hope and Healing Center
& Institute provide:
maintaining one’s well being.
PGY-IV Psychiatry
Education and Awareness
Resident (General),
Educational seminars and
Peer-to-Peer
Menninger
programs presented by local
This is a unique learning experience
Department of Psychiatry, Baylor College
for people living with a mental illness
of Medicine, about the role of religion
who are interested in establishing and
in the African-American community,
Professional Training
maintaining their wellness and recovery.
the clinical benefits and challenges
Continuing education training
Classes held weekly for 10 weeks. The
associated with religion in the African-
for mental health professionals
course is free.
American community, and therapeutic
in the Houston area
Grace Alliance Programs
Created by Matthew S. Stanford, PhD,
Chief Executive Officer of the Hope and
Healing Center & Institute:
Living Grace Group (LGG)
This is a 12-week, faith-based support
group for those living with a mental
health difficulty or disorder, such as
depression, OCD, schizophrenia, etc.
LGG provides psycho-education and
interventions used in navigating
challenges associated with the interface
Annual Conference
of religion and mental health. LPC and
In collaboration with other
Social Work CEUs will be offered.
health and wellness focused
organizations, The Hope and
Healing Center sponsors an
Mental Illness Q & A
annual conference on a topic of
Thursdays,
importance to the community,
June 18, July 16
such as Alzheimer’s disease
and August 20
Noon – 1 p.m.
practical tools within a supportive
Dr. Matthew
community.
Stanford,
Family Grace Group (FGG)
This is a 14-week, faith-based support
group for the families of those living
with a mental health difficulty or
disorder. FGG provides psycho-education
and practical tools within a supportive
community.
experts and professionals
chief executive
officer, the Hope
and Healing Center & Institute, will
offer caregivers and family members of
individuals living with serious mental
illness the opportunity to ask honest
questions in a supportive environment,
Support Groups
For individuals and families
struggling with mental health
problems and addiction
Consultation and Referral
For individuals and families in
the community seeking answers
and guidance in relation to mental
health problems and addiction
equip you to better interact with and
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4th Annual Chrysalis Luncheon
since the age of 17, Greg Williams is
world and has received widespread
Chaired by Carroll and Hugh Ray, the
a health policy advocate and award-
critical acclaim and a variety of industry
4th Annual Chrysalis Luncheon was
winning documentary filmmaker who
awards. His powerful and moving
another success with more than 370
focuses on creating compelling and
story engaged and enthralled those
supporters in attendance.
purposeful content. At age 31, “The
in attendance.
Rev. Dr. Jim Jackson served as Honorary
Chair and also provided the invocation.
Dr. Matthew Stanford, Chief Executive
Officer, the Hope and Healing Center
& Institute, made opening remarks and
introduced this year’s featured speaker
and Chrysalis Award winner Greg
Williams. In long-term recovery from
addiction to alcohol and other drugs
Anonymous People” was Greg’s first
independent feature length film. His
new film “Generation Found” is bringing
lasting solutions to the screen for one
of America’s top health problems –
Carroll and Hugh Ray made the
luncheon closing remarks and were
followed by the benediction given by
the Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr.
addiction. After a large grassroots
theatrical release in 2013 and 2014,
“The Anonymous People” is continuing
to show in communities around the
Luncheon Chairs Hugh and Carroll Ray, HHC/I board member, Chrysalis Award recipient
Greg Williams, health policy advocate and award-winning documentary filmmaker, and Matthew
Stanford, PhD, Chief Executive Officer, the Hope and Healing Center & Institute
2014 Luncheon Chair Liz Rotan with
Frank Robinson and Julie Donaldson
Honorary Chair Rev. Dr. Jim Jackson
Alexander and Elizabeth Dwyer, and
Casey and Will Hedges
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Susan Garrett Baker and Laura Levenson
G I V I N G
As president of the Saint Martin’s Endowment, I am pleased to report that our funds have
reached another all time high of $5,867,849 as of December 31, 2014. I want to thank you
for your continued faithful support. Your gifts not only will help meet many of the future
expenditure needs and inreach projects of our Church, but also make it possible for the
Endowment to actively participate in the funding of outreach grants to our community.
While our Endowment has been growing over the past several years, it remains relatively small when considering the
size of our physical plant as well as our position as the largest Episcopal church in the country. As such, we are making
a strong push to increase the awareness of the Endowment, and in turn, increase its size through gifts and contributions.
There are several ways to give to the Endowment. Perhaps the most impactful would be to include the Endowment in
your will. By doing so, you will become a Legacy of Faith Partner and will enable a final opportunity to give thanks to our
wonderful Staff and Clergy, the Church, and of course the Holy Trinity for all of the blessings received on earth. A link to
the Letter of Intent for this planned estate gift is provided here: stmartinsepiscopal.org/legacy-of-faith.
Another way to make an impact is by a current contribution to the Endowment, either in cash or publicly traded
securities. While gifts of $50,000 or more may be designated by the donor and placed in a permanently restricted fund for
a specific purpose within the Endowment, making these gifts “Unrestricted” offers the greatest flexibility for our Trustees
as the funds can be placed where they are most needed.
In summary, whether through the Legacy of Faith or through a direct donation, these gifts offer a helping hand to our
community outreach effort, augment the Church’s budget and ensure the maintenance of our buildings and grounds for
years to come. Please let the Church know if you would like to receive more information regarding the Legacy of Faith or
are interested in a direct contribution to the Endowment by contacting the Rev. Marty Bastian at St. Martin’s or by sending
an email to [email protected].
Thank you for your support and consideration in helping us take the Endowment to the next level.
Prayerfully,
Ira H. Green, Jr.
President of Saint Martin’s Endowment
For more information about
Saint Martin’s Endowment,
pick up this brochure from one
of the Church information
display racks.
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G I V I N G
Remembering and Honoring Loved Ones and Friends
A gift to the Saint Martin’s Endowment is a wonderful way to remember or honor your loved ones. The funds of the
Endowment may be designated as you wish, strictly for special needs within St. Martin’s Episcopal Church, or for needs of those
outside St. Martin’s. Giving gifts to the Endowment in memory of loved ones who have died, in honor of someone, or for any
other reason, are excellent ways to ensure that the heritage of St. Martin’s will continue. Those honored and the families of those
remembered will be notified of your gift. Checks may be sent to St. Martin’s Episcopal Church, 717 Sage Road, Houston, TX 77056,
with an enclosed note indicating the names of those being honored or remembered. Please include your name, address, telephone
number and information on others to be notified. For more information, contact Lynda Eyberse at 713-985-3833 or
[email protected].
To the Endowment Fund
In Memory of:
To the Discretionary Fund
In Memory of:
To the Building for Life Fund
In Memory of:
Ronald O’Neal Johns
by Elizabeth and William Geise
Eleanor Jane McLean
by Cynthia Schneidler
Madelyn “Cherry” Rench
Jesse W. Couch
by Barbara Riddell
Lisa and John Huebner
Austen Reade
by Sheri and Wayne Gross
Sara and Lynn Curry
Peggy Owens
Claudia Larsen
Rita Gordon Cooksey
Dale Carroll Cheesman, Jr.
Albert Alexander Sterling, Jr.
Peter Ellis Almy
William E. Burrowes
Kim Pratt Bashaw
To the Wayside Chapel Fund
In Memory of:
Dr. Earl Brewer
June Learned Tellepsen
Brian Locher
by Bridget and Van Burkhart
Elaine Illig Davis
by Lisa Weaver, PhD
Joan and Henry Hill
Martha Jean Cordell
Bev R. Laws
by Dee and David Lawrence, Jr.
To the Endowment-Outreach Fund
In Memory of:
Richard B. “Richy” Wilkens III
by Joan and Henry Hill
William L. Sellers
by Maurine Alfrey
Debbie and Frank Jones
Sally Rutherford
Bev R. Laws
by Sally Rutherford
To the Endowment-Inreach Fund
In Memory of:
William L. Sellers
by Trisha and Ted Mohle
James Aaron Howell Glanville
by Becky and Wayne Brenham
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To the Christian Life Study Fund
In Memory of:
Elaine Illig Davis
by Betty and John Cabaniss
Judy Smith
Gloria Gail Clinton
Claire Elizabeth Ryan
Rue Evans Henry
Jesse W. Couch
George Benjamin Sparks, Jr.
To the Library Gifts Fund
In Memory of:
Marie Galloway
Jack Sprout Sherrill
by Adele and David Smith
Bev R. Laws
Alta Jean Weyland
Carol and Don Schneider, Jr.
Betty Ann Graves
Mayme John
To The Hope and Healing Center Fund
In Memory of:
William L. Sellers
by Patricia Boyd
Steven Couvillion
Sallie Campbell
Mary Rose and David Schlatter
Rita Hendrix
Anne and Lloyd Leavitt
Jeannette S. Hastings
William L. Sellers
To the Endowment Fund
In Honor of the Engagement of:
Will Geise and Anna Tellegen
by Elizabeth and William Geise
To The Hope and Healing Center Fund
In Honor of the Confirmation of:
Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Paddock
by Susan and Will Penland
G I V I N G
Altar Flowers Given to the Glory of God
To give Altar flowers for The Church, Narthex, Old Church or Chapel in memory of a loved one or to celebrate a special occasion,
please contact Barbara Piana, Worship Services Coordinator, at 713-830-4116 or [email protected]. Floral gifts also
may be given to the Garden of the Holy Cross flower fund in memory or in honor of a loved one.
April 12
May 3
The Chapel
The Church
In thanksgiving for the baptism of
Neil Walter Johnson by his parents
In thanksgiving for Anne Laigle Jackson
on her birthday by her parents, Elisabeth
and George Laigle
April 19
The Church
On the occasion of their marriage
by Katherine Maria Frolow and
Richard Nooe Rose
The Chapel
In thanksgiving for the baptism of Nicolas
Pennington Castellanos by Natalie and
Antonio Castellanos III
Old Church
In thanksgiving for the baptism of Henry
Simon Virene by Anna and Joe Virene
In thanksgiving for the 2015/2016
ECW Board
President: Ann Cochran
President Elect: Erynn Scollard
Past President/Parliamentarian:
Christine Williams
Treasurer: Janet Schaumburg
Treasurer Elect: Betsy Trice
Recording Secretary: Casey Hedges
In memory of Jo Claire Gissel
by her loving family
In memory of Laurence D. Sikes
by the Sikes family
The Chapel
In thanksgiving for the baptism of Jake Walker
Steward by Ashley and Ryan Steward
In thanksgiving for the birthdays of my wife
Linda and son Alejandro by David Morgan
May 10
The Church
In thanksgiving for the birthday
of Marcia Taylor by Martin Taylor
Corresponding Secretary: Sarah Bailey
Flowers for Easter
In memory of my mother, Florine Wilkins
by Brenda W. Bartley
In memory of Janet McFaddin Gilliam,
our beautiful mother and grandmother
by Jennifer, Lance, Lance, Matthew
and Emma Gilliam
In memory of loved ones by
Sheryl and Monty Harrell
In memory of Sue Hauck by the
Robert L. Hauck family
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PERIODICALS
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PERMIT NO. 013-054
717 Sage Road
Houston, TX 77056
Volume 21, Issue 6, Summer 2015
© 2015 St. Martin’s Episcopal Church
The Star (USPS 013-054) is published monthly by
St. Martin’s Episcopal Church. Periodicals postage
paid at Houston, TX. Address changes may be
emailed to [email protected].
All rights reserved. Printed in U.S.A.
Postmaster
Send address changes to
717 Sage Road
Houston, TX 77056-2199
With an emphasis on beautiful liturgy and excellence in
music, worship at St. Martin’s provides an opportunity to
give thanks and praise to God. Rite I is the form regularly
used. All Christians baptized in the name of the Trinity are
welcome to receive Holy Eucharist in the Episcopal Church.
WORSHIP SERVICES
SUNDAY
8:00 a.m.
oly Eucharist, The Church
H
Spoken service with sermon
9:00 a.m.
oly Eucharist (first, third and fifth Sundays) or Morning Prayer (second
H
and fourth Sundays), The Church
Family service with hymns, anthems and full Choir; feast days and other
special events may affect the 9:00 a.m. worship schedule.
9:15 a.m.
11:15 a.m.
11:15 a.m.
6:00 p.m.
Family Table, Holy Eucharist, Old Church
Family-friendly contemporary worship
oly Eucharist, The Church
H
Traditional service with hymns, anthems and full Choir
The Altar, Holy Eucharist, The Island
Contemporary worship for all ages
Holy Eucharist, The Church
Traditional service with hymns, choir and organist; casual attire
Healing prayer, or prayer for any need, is offered after each service in The Church
in the Patron’s Chapel located to the left of the Altar.
Child care is available for newborns – pre-K for all Sunday morning services.
For the sermon schedule and sermon audio, visit stmartinsepiscopal.org.
For audio of past sermons, visit stmartinsepiscopal.org/sermon-audio. Copies of Sunday
sermons also are available at St. Martin’s Bookstore & Gift Shoppe for $4.
WEDNESDAY
7:00 a.m.
Holy Eucharist, Chapel
Noon
Holy Eucharist followed by the Sacrament of Healing
(Holy Unction), Chapel
6:00 p.m.
Holy Eucharist, Chapel
The Order of St. Luke the Physician offers a Healing Prayer service from
5:00 – 6:00 p.m. in the Old Church on the first Wednesday of each month.
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