| Sun., Feb 05 | Sunday School for Adults on Sunday, February 5Every parishioner is encouraged to become a part of a Sunday School offering. St. Martin's adult classes emphasize Christian education and fellowship, and provide a community in which you can develop your Christian understanding, a sense of belonging, and lasting friendships. All classes meet Sundays, 10:15-11:00 AM, except when special events are scheduled.
Absolutely Fabulous (40s and beyond)
Basic Bible Study (all ages)
Blended Family and Single Parent Ministry (all ages)
Community Blend (20s and 30s)
Foundations (30s and 40s)
Life: A User's Manual (all ages)
PrimeTimers (50s and beyond)
Seekers Class (adults with seniority)
"Welcome to St. Martin's" (all ages)
Expanded descriptions, locations and weekly topics are listed below.
10:15-11:00 AM
Lectionary-Based Classes:
In Year B of the Lectionary, the study for the Adult Sunday School includes readings from Matthew, Mark and John, depending on a particular Sunday. The gospel Scripture takes us from John the Baptist preparing the way for Christ through a synopsis of Jesus' ministry in Galilee. I invite you to join us as we commit to a spiritual practice that will transform our entire Parish and our lives.
This week's topic: Raised to Wholeness
Absolutely Fabulous
Activity Center, Upper Hall (east)
If you think the name is fun and whimsical, then you've got an idea of the personality of this class. Come check us out!
Community Blend
Room 217, Payne Education Center
We are single, couples, married and with or without children. Please join us for an in-depth study, a great network of friends and fellowship.
Foundations
Room 210-212, Payne Education Center
This group gathers each week for spiritual development, fellowship and a unified faith in Christ.
PrimeTimers
The Parlor
This group follows a course of study based on the Revised Common Lectionary. They share Good News and host events.
10:15-11:00 AM
Basic Bible Study
Bagby Parish Hall
This week: False Teachers and Faithless Galatians
The Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr. and others will continue our study on The Grace Filled Life: The Book of Galatians.
Blended Family and Single Parent Ministry
Bride's Room, Choir Hall
We continue our study of the DVD series, Single & Parenting.
This week: Dating and Single Sexuality
About the DVD series: If you're a single parent or parent of a blended family, you're probably tired, overwhelmed and feeling a bit underappreciated. In the Single & Parenting series, we will share tips and parenting wisdom that will help you encourage your kids, find rest and hope. Take the guesswork out of parenting alone.
About the class: This group offers strength, encouragement and support, through fellowship and prayer, to those who are divorced or widowed, to single adoptive parents, to grandparents caring for a grandchild, or to those who have a spouse in the military.
Life: A User's Manual
Vestry Conference Room
We begin our study of the book, Jesus of Nazareth, by Pope Benedict XVI.
This week: Chapter 1
This is a focused discussion class based on a weekly assigned reading from books written by respected theological scholars. Our annual curriculum includes a variety of topics from the Old Testament, the New Testament and current culture.
Seekers Class
Activity Center, Aerobics Room
This week: A Time for Spiritual Growth
This class will be studying how to prepare for Lent.
"Welcome to St. Martin's"
Welcome Center
You'll hear more about St. Martin's from our Lay Minister for Membership Services, and take a tour of The Church.
Note: These classes will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact Deb Tisch at 713/985-3817 or dtisch@stmartinsepiscopal.org for updates or more information.
| | Mon., Feb 06 | The University of Texas Medical School Friends' Luncheon - "Keeping Your Brain Healthy"[This is not a St. Martin's event.]
The University of Texas Medical School Friends' Luncheon will be held on Monday, February 6, in Bagby Parish Hall. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend!
The topic is: "Keeping Your Brain Healthy"
The speakers are Dr. Paul Schulz and Dr. Claudio Soto, both of whom are with the University of Texas Medical School - Houston and nationally and internationally recognized for their research in the area of brain diseases and disorders. Dr. Soto has a special interest in Alzheimer's disease and has made groundbreaking discoveries in that area in 2011, which he will share at the luncheon. Dr. Schulz is an expert in dementia and neurodegenerative disorders and will share ways to keep your brain healthy.
A ticket is $25 ($250 of a table), which covers the cost of our box lunches, printing of table information, and reimbursement to St. Martin's. Purchase your ticket/table online at http://giving.uthouston.org/friends. If you prefer to pay by check, please make it out to UTHealth and write Friends of UT Medical School in the memo line, and send it to Ms. Katie Mears, The University of Texas Medical School at Houston, 6431 Fannin, Suite G150, Houston, TX 77030. Your ticket purchase will serve as your RSVP.
To RSVP by phone with a credit card or for more information, call Katie Mears at 713-500-5164 or email Mary.M.Mears@uth.tmc.edu.
We hope to hear from you soon!
Sally Harvin and Mary Chandler
Friends of the Medical School Luncheon Co-Chairs
| | Wed., Feb 08 | Wellness Series: The Force of Faith in HospitalsThe Wellness Series focuses on the importance of the mind/body/spirit connection to health and well being. Join us for one or all four Wednesday evenings. There is no charge for the series. Reservations are not required to attend the program. Cafe St. Martin's dinner prices are charged for the meal.
5:15-6:15 PM - Dinner, Bagby Parish Hall
6:00-6:30 PM - Holy Eucharist, Chapel
6:30-7:30 PM - The Wellness Series, Bagby Parish Hall
5:30-8:00 PM - Child Care, Founders' Hall
Our schedule:
Wednesday, February 8: David Fine, "The Force of Faith in Hospitals"
The Wellness Series is sponsored by St. Martin's Prevention & Recovery Council.
Child care may be provided for age 0 - Pre-K in Founders' Hall, with advance reservation.
To reserve child care:
Please call the child care reservation line at 713/830-4123 no later than 2 business days prior to the event.
When leaving a message, be sure to include the name, date and time of your event, the number and ages of your child(ren), your name and your telephone number.
If you have reserved child care and later realize you will not be able to attend the event, please call the child care reservation line to cancel, being sure to include the information listed above.
If child care was not requested by your group leader, or if we have any additional questions, we will contact you at the telephone number provided.
For more information, contact Deb Tisch at 713/985-3817, or visit the Prevention & Recovery Web page.
About our guest speaker:
Wednesday, February 8 -- David Fine, serves as president and chief executive officer of St. Luke's Episcopal Health System. He has 36 years of experience as a healthcare executive, including more than 25 years as chief executive officer of university hospitals, multi-hospital systems, medical groups and managed care organizations. Prior to joining St. Luke's in June 2004, Fine was chief executive officer of the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Health System, a joint venture of the University of Alabama Health Services Foundation and The University of Alabama Board of Trustees. During his tenure, UAB managed publicly and privately owned healthcare delivery assets, comprising $2.0 billion in net patient revenues, 11,000 employees and 800 physicians. In 1972, Fine received a Bachelor of Arts degree magna cum laude from Tufts University and in 1974 a Master of Hospital Administration degree from the University of Minnesota School of Public Health, where he was a U.S. Public Health Service Trainee and winner of the James A. Hamilton Prize. Prior employers include The University of California-San Francisco and Tulane University.
[Updated 11-30-2011] | | Sun., Feb 12 | Sunday School for adults | | Sun., Feb 19 | Sunday School for adults | | Sun., Feb 26 | Sunday School for adults | | Sun., Feb 26 | The Very Rev. Ian Markham, Ph.D., Dean and President of Virginia Theological Seminary, will preach during all services in The ChurchThe Very Rev. Ian Markham, Ph.D., Dean and President of Virginia Theological Seminary, will be our guest preacher on Sunday, February 26, during the 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:15 AM and 6:00 PM services in The Church.
The Very Rev. Ian Markham has a Ph.D. in Christian Ethics from the University of Exeter. In 2007, he was appointed as Dean and President of Virginia Theological Seminary (VTS). The mission of VTS is to form men and women for lay and ordained leadership, to provide continuing theological education, to serve the Anglican Communion and the wider Church, and to be an outstanding theological resource.
Contact Brittney Jacobson at 713/985-3821.
[Updated 1-5-2012] | | Wed., Feb 29 | Wednesdays in Lent (for adults) "Five Stories That Can Change Your Life"
A Five Week Lenten Series
Wednesdays in Lent, Bagby Parish Hall
Dates: February 29; March 7, 14, 21, 28
Join us as the Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr. leads us on a journey through life-changing stories written and told in music and song; in film and television; and all through the prism of Holy Scripture. Reservations are not required to attend our Lenten program for adults.
Our Schedule:
5:15-6:15 PM - Dinner, Bagby Parish Hall
6:00 PM - Worship, Holy Eucharist, The Church
6:30-7:30 PM - Programs for adults and children
5:00-8:00 PM - Child care (see information below)
For more information, contact Brittney Jacobson at 713/985-3821.
Child care may be provided for age 0 - Pre-K with advance reservation.
To reserve child care:
Please call the child care reservation line at 713/830-4123 no later than 2 business days prior to the event.
When leaving a message, be sure to include the name, date and time of your event, the number and ages of your child(ren), your name and your telephone number.
If you have reserved child care and later realize you will not be able to attend the event, please call the child care reservation line to cancel, being sure to include the information listed above.
If child care was not requested by your group leader, or if we have any additional questions, we will contact you at the telephone number provided.
[Updated 1-12-2012]
| | Fri., Mar 02 | RSVP for the Divorce Recovery SeriesClick here to register online.
Divorce Recovery is a six-week series of seminars designed to help those who are divorced, going through a divorce or even contemplating one. The series is not therapy and cannot replace the need for individual counseling, but is intended to provide helpful guidance and support for those dealing with the emotional struggles at the end of a marriage. While integrating the Christian perspective on life, death and resurrection, presentations include how to "suffer well" through the stages of grief; how to embrace the new reality of being "unattached;" and how to avoid repeating destructive patterns in new relationships. All lectures are followed by small-group discussions.
Beginning Sunday, March 4, we will meet from 4:00-6:00 PM in Room 210-212, Payne Education Center, continuing weekly meetings through Sunday, April 15 (no meeting on April 8).
The cost is $20/person. The deadline to RSVP is Friday, March 2.
The schedule:
March 4: Growing Through Suffering: Understanding the Journey
March 11: Growing Through Suffering: Active Healing
March 18: Seeing the Opportunities: Regaining Control
March 25: Seeing the Opportunities: Looking Inward
April 1: Rebuilding Life: Divorce, Scripture, Changes in Family and Friends
April 15: Rebuilding Life: Growing Forward
Child care may be provided for age 0 - Pre-K with advance reservation at least two business days prior to the event.
To reserve child care:
Please call the child care reservation line at 713/830-4123 no later than 2 business days prior to the event.
When leaving a message, be sure to include the name, date and time of your event, the number and ages of your child(ren), your name and your telephone number.
If you have reserved child care and later realize you will not be able to attend the event, please call the child care reservation line to cancel, being sure to include the information listed above.
If child care was not requested by your group leader, or if we have any additional questions, we will contact you at the telephone number provided.
About our facilitator:
Gaye Jones, M.A., LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor at Katy Center for Psychology and Counseling in Katy. She holds a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a master's degree in Mass Communications from Oklahoma State University, and a master's degree in Christian Counseling from Houston Baptist University. She also holds a Certificate in Youth and Family Ministry from the Episcopal Theological Seminary of the Southwest in Austin. She is a member of the Houston Counseling Association, the Christian Association of Psychological Studies and the Houston Mental Health Network. Mrs. Jones provides various speaking engagements, seminars and has served as a guest on The Dr. Carolyn radio show. R
For more information, contact Deb Tisch at 713/985-3817. | | Sun., Mar 04 | Divorce Recovery Series beginsClick here to register online.
Divorce Recovery is a six-week series of seminars designed to help those who are divorced, going through a divorce or even contemplating one. The series is not therapy and cannot replace the need for individual counseling, but is intended to provide helpful guidance and support for those dealing with the emotional struggles at the end of a marriage. While integrating the Christian perspective on life, death and resurrection, presentations include how to "suffer well" through the stages of grief; how to embrace the new reality of being "unattached;" and how to avoid repeating destructive patterns in new relationships. All lectures are followed by small-group discussions.
Beginning Sunday, March 4, we will meet from 4:00-6:00 PM in Room 210-212, Payne Education Center, continuing weekly meetings through Sunday, April 15 (no meeting on April 8).
The cost is $20/person. The deadline to RSVP is Friday, March 2.
The schedule:
March 4: Growing Through Suffering: Understanding the Journey
March 11: Growing Through Suffering: Active Healing
March 18: Seeing the Opportunities: Regaining Control
March 25: Seeing the Opportunities: Looking Inward
April 1: Rebuilding Life: Divorce, Scripture, Changes in Family and Friends
April 15: Rebuilding Life: Growing Forward
Child care may be provided for age 0 - Pre-K with advance reservation at least two business days prior to the event.
To reserve child care:
Please call the child care reservation line at 713/830-4123 no later than 2 business days prior to the event.
When leaving a message, be sure to include the name, date and time of your event, the number and ages of your child(ren), your name and your telephone number.
If you have reserved child care and later realize you will not be able to attend the event, please call the child care reservation line to cancel, being sure to include the information listed above.
If child care was not requested by your group leader, or if we have any additional questions, we will contact you at the telephone number provided.
About our facilitator:
Gaye Jones, M.A., LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor at Katy Center for Psychology and Counseling in Katy. She holds a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a master's degree in Mass Communications from Oklahoma State University, and a master's degree in Christian Counseling from Houston Baptist University. She also holds a Certificate in Youth and Family Ministry from the Episcopal Theological Seminary of the Southwest in Austin. She is a member of the Houston Counseling Association, the Christian Association of Psychological Studies and the Houston Mental Health Network. Mrs. Jones provides various speaking engagements, seminars and has served as a guest on The Dr. Carolyn radio show. R
For more information, contact Deb Tisch at 713/985-3817. | | Sun., Mar 04 | Sunday School for adults | | Wed., Mar 07 | Wednesdays in Lent (for adults) "Five Stories That Can Change Your Life"
A Five Week Lenten Series
Wednesdays in Lent, Bagby Parish Hall
Dates: February 29; March 7, 14, 21, 28
Join us as the Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr. leads us on a journey through life-changing stories written and told in music and song; in film and television; and all through the prism of Holy Scripture. Reservations are not required to attend our Lenten program for adults.
Our Schedule:
5:15-6:15 PM - Dinner, Bagby Parish Hall
6:00 PM - Worship, Holy Eucharist, The Church
6:30-7:30 PM - Programs for adults and children
5:00-8:00 PM - Child care (see information below)
For more information, contact Brittney Jacobson at 713/985-3821.
Child care may be provided for age 0 - Pre-K with advance reservation.
To reserve child care:
Please call the child care reservation line at 713/830-4123 no later than 2 business days prior to the event.
When leaving a message, be sure to include the name, date and time of your event, the number and ages of your child(ren), your name and your telephone number.
If you have reserved child care and later realize you will not be able to attend the event, please call the child care reservation line to cancel, being sure to include the information listed above.
If child care was not requested by your group leader, or if we have any additional questions, we will contact you at the telephone number provided.
[Updated 1-12-2012]
| | Sun., Mar 11 | Divorce Recovery Series continuesThe Divorce Recovery Series continues meeting each Sunday, from 4:00-6:00 PM in Room 210-212, Payne Education Center, through April 15 (no meeting on April 8). Registration is closed after March 2, 2012.
For more information, contact Deb Tisch at 713/985-3817. | | Sun., Mar 11 | Sunday School for adults | | Wed., Mar 14 | Wednesdays in Lent (for adults) "Five Stories That Can Change Your Life"
A Five Week Lenten Series
Wednesdays in Lent, Bagby Parish Hall
Dates: February 29; March 7, 14, 21, 28
Join us as the Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr. leads us on a journey through life-changing stories written and told in music and song; in film and television; and all through the prism of Holy Scripture. Reservations are not required to attend our Lenten program for adults.
Our Schedule:
5:15-6:15 PM - Dinner, Bagby Parish Hall
6:00 PM - Worship, Holy Eucharist, The Church
6:30-7:30 PM - Programs for adults and children
5:00-8:00 PM - Child care (see information below)
For more information, contact Brittney Jacobson at 713/985-3821.
Child care may be provided for age 0 - Pre-K with advance reservation.
To reserve child care:
Please call the child care reservation line at 713/830-4123 no later than 2 business days prior to the event.
When leaving a message, be sure to include the name, date and time of your event, the number and ages of your child(ren), your name and your telephone number.
If you have reserved child care and later realize you will not be able to attend the event, please call the child care reservation line to cancel, being sure to include the information listed above.
If child care was not requested by your group leader, or if we have any additional questions, we will contact you at the telephone number provided.
[Updated 1-12-2012]
| | Sun., Mar 18 | Divorce Recovery Series continuesThe Divorce Recovery Series continues meeting each Sunday, from 4:00-6:00 PM in Room 210-212, Payne Education Center, through April 15 (no meeting on April 8). Registration is closed after March 2, 2012.
For more information, contact Deb Tisch at 713/985-3817. | | Sun., Mar 18 | Sunday School for adults | | Wed., Mar 21 | Wednesdays in Lent (for adults) "Five Stories That Can Change Your Life"
A Five Week Lenten Series
Wednesdays in Lent, Bagby Parish Hall
Dates: February 29; March 7, 14, 21, 28
Join us as the Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr. leads us on a journey through life-changing stories written and told in music and song; in film and television; and all through the prism of Holy Scripture. Reservations are not required to attend our Lenten program for adults.
Our Schedule:
5:15-6:15 PM - Dinner, Bagby Parish Hall
6:00 PM - Worship, Holy Eucharist, The Church
6:30-7:30 PM - Programs for adults and children
5:00-8:00 PM - Child care (see information below)
For more information, contact Brittney Jacobson at 713/985-3821.
Child care may be provided for age 0 - Pre-K with advance reservation.
To reserve child care:
Please call the child care reservation line at 713/830-4123 no later than 2 business days prior to the event.
When leaving a message, be sure to include the name, date and time of your event, the number and ages of your child(ren), your name and your telephone number.
If you have reserved child care and later realize you will not be able to attend the event, please call the child care reservation line to cancel, being sure to include the information listed above.
If child care was not requested by your group leader, or if we have any additional questions, we will contact you at the telephone number provided.
[Updated 1-12-2012]
| | Sun., Mar 25 | Adult Confirmation Class begins (all are invited)Adults have the opportunity to be prepared for confirmation or reception into the Episcopal Church by attending a 6-week adult confirmation class. (The next confirmation service will be held on Saturday morning, May 12.)
In this class, you will learn how the Episcopal Church is like other Christian churches and what makes our Anglican heritage unique. Time also will be spent discussing The Book of Common Prayer, the Sacraments and the Church's history and polity.
The next 6-week Adult Confirmation Class will begin on Sunday, March 25, 10:15-11:00 AM in the Activity Center, Upper Hall (west). Class will not meet on April 8.
RSVP to Deb Tisch at 713-985-3817. However, reservations are not necessary. All persons interested in attending this class are invited to join us on March 25. | | Sun., Mar 25 | Divorce Recovery Series continuesThe Divorce Recovery Series continues meeting each Sunday, from 4:00-6:00 PM in Room 210-212, Payne Education Center, through April 15 (no meeting on April 8). Registration is closed after March 2, 2012.
For more information, contact Deb Tisch at 713/985-3817. | | Sun., Mar 25 | Sunday School for adults | | Wed., Mar 28 | Wednesdays in Lent (for adults) "Five Stories That Can Change Your Life"
A Five Week Lenten Series
Wednesdays in Lent, Bagby Parish Hall
Dates: February 29; March 7, 14, 21, 28
Join us as the Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr. leads us on a journey through life-changing stories written and told in music and song; in film and television; and all through the prism of Holy Scripture. Reservations are not required to attend our Lenten program for adults.
Our Schedule:
5:15-6:15 PM - Dinner, Bagby Parish Hall
6:00 PM - Worship, Holy Eucharist, The Church
6:30-7:30 PM - Programs for adults and children
5:00-8:00 PM - Child care (see information below)
For more information, contact Brittney Jacobson at 713/985-3821.
Child care may be provided for age 0 - Pre-K with advance reservation.
To reserve child care:
Please call the child care reservation line at 713/830-4123 no later than 2 business days prior to the event.
When leaving a message, be sure to include the name, date and time of your event, the number and ages of your child(ren), your name and your telephone number.
If you have reserved child care and later realize you will not be able to attend the event, please call the child care reservation line to cancel, being sure to include the information listed above.
If child care was not requested by your group leader, or if we have any additional questions, we will contact you at the telephone number provided.
[Updated 1-12-2012]
| | Sun., Apr 01 | Adult Confirmation ClassAdults have the opportunity to be prepared for confirmation or reception into the Episcopal Church by attending a 6-week adult confirmation class. (The next confirmation service will be held on Saturday morning, May 12.)
In this class, you will learn how the Episcopal Church is like other Christian churches and what makes our Anglican heritage unique. Time also will be spent discussing The Book of Common Prayer, the Sacraments and the Church's history and polity.
The next 6-week Adult Confirmation Class will begin on Sunday, March 25, 10:15-11:00 AM in the Activity Center, Upper Hall (west). Class will not meet on April 8.
RSVP to Deb Tisch at 713-985-3817. However, reservations are not necessary. All persons interested in attending this class are invited to join us on March 25. | | Sun., Apr 01 | Divorce Recovery Series continuesThe Divorce Recovery Series continues meeting each Sunday, from 4:00-6:00 PM in Room 210-212, Payne Education Center, through April 15 (no meeting on April 8). Registration is closed after March 2, 2012.
For more information, contact Deb Tisch at 713/985-3817. | | Sun., Apr 01 | Sunday School for adults | | Sun., Apr 08 | Adult Confirmation ClassAdults have the opportunity to be prepared for confirmation or reception into the Episcopal Church by attending a 6-week adult confirmation class. (The next confirmation service will be held on Saturday morning, May 12.)
In this class, you will learn how the Episcopal Church is like other Christian churches and what makes our Anglican heritage unique. Time also will be spent discussing The Book of Common Prayer, the Sacraments and the Church's history and polity.
The next 6-week Adult Confirmation Class will begin on Sunday, March 25, 10:15-11:00 AM in the Activity Center, Upper Hall (west). Class will not meet on April 8.
RSVP to Deb Tisch at 713-985-3817. However, reservations are not necessary. All persons interested in attending this class are invited to join us on March 25. | | Sun., Apr 08 | Sunday School for adults | | Sun., Apr 15 | Adult Confirmation ClassAdults have the opportunity to be prepared for confirmation or reception into the Episcopal Church by attending a 6-week adult confirmation class. (The next confirmation service will be held on Saturday morning, May 12.)
In this class, you will learn how the Episcopal Church is like other Christian churches and what makes our Anglican heritage unique. Time also will be spent discussing The Book of Common Prayer, the Sacraments and the Church's history and polity.
The next 6-week Adult Confirmation Class will begin on Sunday, March 25, 10:15-11:00 AM in the Activity Center, Upper Hall (west). Class will not meet on April 8.
RSVP to Deb Tisch at 713-985-3817. However, reservations are not necessary. All persons interested in attending this class are invited to join us on March 25. | | Sun., Apr 15 | Divorce Recovery Series concludesThe Divorce Recovery Series continues meeting each Sunday, from 4:00-6:00 PM in Room 210-212, Payne Education Center, through April 15 (no meeting on April 8). Registration is closed after March 2, 2012.
For more information, contact Deb Tisch at 713/985-3817. | | Sun., Apr 15 | Sunday School for adults | | Sun., Apr 22 | Adult Confirmation ClassAdults have the opportunity to be prepared for confirmation or reception into the Episcopal Church by attending a 6-week adult confirmation class. (The next confirmation service will be held on Saturday morning, May 12.)
In this class, you will learn how the Episcopal Church is like other Christian churches and what makes our Anglican heritage unique. Time also will be spent discussing The Book of Common Prayer, the Sacraments and the Church's history and polity.
The next 6-week Adult Confirmation Class will begin on Sunday, March 25, 10:15-11:00 AM in the Activity Center, Upper Hall (west). Class will not meet on April 8.
RSVP to Deb Tisch at 713-985-3817. However, reservations are not necessary. All persons interested in attending this class are invited to join us on March 25. | | Sun., Apr 22 | Sunday School for adults | | Sun., Apr 29 | Adult Confirmation ClassAdults have the opportunity to be prepared for confirmation or reception into the Episcopal Church by attending a 6-week adult confirmation class. (The next confirmation service will be held on Saturday morning, May 12.)
In this class, you will learn how the Episcopal Church is like other Christian churches and what makes our Anglican heritage unique. Time also will be spent discussing The Book of Common Prayer, the Sacraments and the Church's history and polity.
The next 6-week Adult Confirmation Class will begin on Sunday, March 25, 10:15-11:00 AM in the Activity Center, Upper Hall (west). Class will not meet on April 8.
RSVP to Deb Tisch at 713-985-3817. However, reservations are not necessary. All persons interested in attending this class are invited to join us on March 25. | | Sun., Apr 29 | Sunday School for adults | | Sun., May 06 | Adult Confirmation ClassAdults have the opportunity to be prepared for confirmation or reception into the Episcopal Church by attending a 6-week adult confirmation class. (The next confirmation service will be held on Saturday morning, May 12.)
In this class, you will learn how the Episcopal Church is like other Christian churches and what makes our Anglican heritage unique. Time also will be spent discussing The Book of Common Prayer, the Sacraments and the Church's history and polity.
The next 6-week Adult Confirmation Class will begin on Sunday, March 25, 10:15-11:00 AM in the Activity Center, Upper Hall (west). Class will not meet on April 8.
RSVP to Deb Tisch at 713-985-3817. However, reservations are not necessary. All persons interested in attending this class are invited to join us on March 25. | | Sun., May 20 | Youth Mission Trips and Amistad Mission Trip Commissioning Services - 9:00 AM service - Become a Prayer Partner Youth Mission Trips and Amistad Mission Trip Commissioning Services
On Sunday, May 20, during the 9:00 AM service in The Church, the Youth Mission Trips and Amistad Mission Trips will be commissioned.
Become a Prayer Partner
We are encouraging donations towards the youth mission trip and Amistad mission trip scholarship funds. Mission trip costs are up this year, and there is a greater need for these scholarships. On Sunday, May 20, sign up to become a prayer partner for our mission trip participants. Just pick up an envelope and write your address on it, and you'll receive a plastic bracelet from your prayer partner. While your partner is away on the mission trip, we ask that you wear the bracelet during the week of their trip, and pray for your partner and keep him or her in your thoughts. | | Sun., Nov 11 | St. Martin's Day with the Rt. Rev. Nicholas Thomas Wright, former Bishop of Durham "St. Martin's Day" is a very special day in the life of our Parish. The Rt. Rev. Nicholas Thomas Wright, former Bishop of Durham will join us to celebrate.
Please check back for more information. |
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