Do you still remember when you visited St. Martin's for the very first time? Chances are you do, and you also probably remember that one of the first people to greet and assist you would have been one of our wonderful Ushers.

If you've ever thought about joining this team of friendly and engaging folks, now is the time to volunteer! Older teens and young adults are welcome to serve as Ushers, too. Our Ushers serve on rotating teams, according to their schedule and service time preferences. No one is expected to usher every Sunday. The work of the Usher ministry is not difficult, but it is highly visible and important. The Ushers are integral to making sure visitors feel welcome and that all aspects of our worship services flow smoothly.

Becoming an Usher is a terrific way to get to know others while providing valuable service to our Parish. Our Ushers enjoy a strong camaraderie with one another, and get together regularly for fellowship. Training is provided, and no prior experience is needed. Simply contact Kristin Early in the Vice-Rector's office to sign up today!

To volunteer or for more information, contact Kristin Early at 713/985-3848.

Men's AA meets Mondays at 12:00 PM in the Activity Center Family Room.

For more information, visit www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/prevention.php.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

The Men's Fellowship Group meets on Wednesday mornings at 8:00 AM in Room 207-209, Payne Education Center. This small group gathers for reading, sharing, fellowship and coffee as we work our way through selected books. For more information, contact Jack Hunnell.


Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Click here to register online.

Men's Life: The Great Adventure meets most Wednesday mornings in the Activity Center Upper Hall. This program is led by the Rev. Dr. John K. Graham.

Topics during this segment:
January 11: One of History's Best Great Adventurers
January 18: Your Unique Design
January 25: Evidence of Our Unique Design (Part 1)
February 1: Evidence of Our Unique Design (Part 2)
February 8: Understanding Your Servants by Design Profile (Part 1)
February 15: Understanding Your Servants by Design Profile (Part 2)
February 22: Break for Ash Wednesday (no meeting)

If you're like most men, it's easy in the frenzy of constant pressure and relentless responsibilities to lose your way. When you do, a life-numbing routine often replaces life-giving drama. And when it does, the adventure and excitement of what your life means and where it's going become harder and harder to define.

Can life be an adventure again? Absolutely! Over 20 weeks, you will find ways that are in every man's reach. You will learn how to develop a satisfying personal mission for your life and how to leave a legacy in your life that will bless others.

Are you ready for a change? Are you ready to lift your head up to catch a glimpse of just how much more God has in store for you? If so, you're ready for The Great Adventure.

Our program format:

6:00 AM - Men gather in the Activity Center Upper Hall for a continental breakfast and engage in fellowship with other men

6:15 AM - Weekly message, presented with fresh ideas, real life examples and entertaining movie clips

7:00 AM - Men move to small groups of 6-10 men (friends are encouraged to join a small group together when they register)

7:45 AM - All small group discussions promptly end

The registration fee is $20, to be paid at the first meeting. Each session stands alone, so individual sessions can be missed.

For more information, contact Deb Tisch at 713/985-3817.

The Men of St. Martin's group is open to all men of the Parish (all ages), and any male guests and visitors. We gather each Thursday from 7:00-8:00 AM in Bagby Parish Hall for breakfast ($5.00), a special guest speaker or brief Bible reflection, and then we break into groups for discussion, fellowship and mutual support. Reservations are not required!

Our weekly topics during this segment:

January 12 - New Year: New Life? (Joshua 3)

January 19 - Special guest speaker; see below

January 26 - As for Your House? (Joshua 15:11-15)

February 2 - Who is Your Delilah? (Judges 16:1-31)

February 9 - A Question of Faithfulness (Ruth 1:1-18)

February 16 - Special guest speaker; see below

February 23 - Are you listening? (I Samuel 3:1-21)

Upcoming special guest speakers:

Thursday, January 19, 2012, the Rt. Rev. Mike Hill, "So You Want to Be a Christian Man?"

Thursday, February 16, 2012, Mrs. Susan Baker, "What Every Wife Wishes Her Husband Knew!"

Thursday, March 22, 2012, Mark DeMoss, "Making Right Choices in a World of Wrong Opportunities"

Thursday, April 19, 2012, Norman Jetmundsen, "Christian Faithfulness in the Office and at Home"

Thursday, May 17, 2012, the Rt. Rev. C. Andrew "Andy" Doyle, "Summer is Coming: What Will You Do?"

All men are invited to join us on the third Thursday of each month, from 7:00-8:00 AM in Bagby Parish Hall, for the Men of St. Martin's Breakfast and a Speaker program, which offers an opportunity for fellowship and Christian growth with a message from our outstanding line-up of special guests and speakers (listed above). The cost of the hot breakfast is $5.00, and advance reservations are not required.


For more information, please contact:

Carol Gallion at 713/985-3813

Brittney Jacobson at 713/985-3821

Perry Ruthven, Men of St. Martin's President

Mike Sadler


[Updated 1-11-2012]


[Searchable key words: Gathering Groups]

Men's AA meets Thursdays at 12:00 PM in the Activity Center Aerobics Room.

[Location updated 9/21/2009]

For more information, visit www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/prevention.php.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Men are invited to the Men's Thursday Bible Study, Thursdays, from 7:00-8:00 AM, in Room 207-209, Payne Education Center. The group's mission is to reach out and communicate the life-changing message of Jesus Christ through study. Contact Gerald Thurmond.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Do you still remember when you visited St. Martin's for the very first time? Chances are you do, and you also probably remember that one of the first people to greet and assist you would have been one of our wonderful Ushers.

If you've ever thought about joining this team of friendly and engaging folks, now is the time to volunteer! Older teens and young adults are welcome to serve as Ushers, too. Our Ushers serve on rotating teams, according to their schedule and service time preferences. No one is expected to usher every Sunday. The work of the Usher ministry is not difficult, but it is highly visible and important. The Ushers are integral to making sure visitors feel welcome and that all aspects of our worship services flow smoothly.

Becoming an Usher is a terrific way to get to know others while providing valuable service to our Parish. Our Ushers enjoy a strong camaraderie with one another, and get together regularly for fellowship. Training is provided, and no prior experience is needed. Simply contact Kristin Early in the Vice-Rector's office to sign up today!

To volunteer or for more information, contact Kristin Early at 713/985-3848.

The "Men Only" Cancer Support Group meets the second Monday of each month, from 7:00-9:00 PM, in Room 217, Payne Education Center. For more information, contact Steve Thorney, Staff Chaplain at the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, at 713/563-3988.

Upcoming meeting dates:

Monday, February 13

Monday, March 12

Monday, May 14

Monday, June 11

Monday, July 9

Monday, August 13

Monday, September 10

Monday, October 8

Monday, November 12

Monday, December 10

[Updated 10-26-2011]

[Keywords: "Men Only", "men only", Men Only Cancer Support, Men's Only, Mens Only]

Men's AA meets Mondays at 12:00 PM in the Activity Center Family Room.

For more information, visit www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/prevention.php.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

The Men of St. Martin's group is banding together to help with this outreach project. Come make sandwiches for Kids' Meals. This is a fun time as we work to help feed the children in Houston!

Help us make sandwiches for Houston's children one Tuesday a month, from 5:00-6:30 PM in the Activity Center Fellowship Room. Enjoy fun and fellowship on these dates:

February 13 (Monday)

March 13

April 17

May 8

June 12

July 10

August 14

September 11

October 9

November 13

December 11

Other dates will be posted soon.

Kids' Meals offers a community-based approach to ending hunger for children. Save your spot by sending an e-mail to outreach@stmartinsepiscopal.org.

For information about the Men of St. Martin's group, contact Deb Tisch at 713/985-3817.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

The Men's Fellowship Group meets on Wednesday mornings at 8:00 AM in Room 207-209, Payne Education Center. This small group gathers for reading, sharing, fellowship and coffee as we work our way through selected books. For more information, contact Jack Hunnell.


Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Click here to register online.

Men's Life: The Great Adventure meets most Wednesday mornings in the Activity Center Upper Hall. This program is led by the Rev. Dr. John K. Graham.

Topics during this segment:
January 11: One of History's Best Great Adventurers
January 18: Your Unique Design
January 25: Evidence of Our Unique Design (Part 1)
February 1: Evidence of Our Unique Design (Part 2)
February 8: Understanding Your Servants by Design Profile (Part 1)
February 15: Understanding Your Servants by Design Profile (Part 2)
February 22: Break for Ash Wednesday (no meeting)

If you're like most men, it's easy in the frenzy of constant pressure and relentless responsibilities to lose your way. When you do, a life-numbing routine often replaces life-giving drama. And when it does, the adventure and excitement of what your life means and where it's going become harder and harder to define.

Can life be an adventure again? Absolutely! Over 20 weeks, you will find ways that are in every man's reach. You will learn how to develop a satisfying personal mission for your life and how to leave a legacy in your life that will bless others.

Are you ready for a change? Are you ready to lift your head up to catch a glimpse of just how much more God has in store for you? If so, you're ready for The Great Adventure.

Our program format:

6:00 AM - Men gather in the Activity Center Upper Hall for a continental breakfast and engage in fellowship with other men

6:15 AM - Weekly message, presented with fresh ideas, real life examples and entertaining movie clips

7:00 AM - Men move to small groups of 6-10 men (friends are encouraged to join a small group together when they register)

7:45 AM - All small group discussions promptly end

The registration fee is $20, to be paid at the first meeting. Each session stands alone, so individual sessions can be missed.

For more information, contact Deb Tisch at 713/985-3817.

If you are a man and you are part of the St. Martin's family, then you are part of the Men of St. Martin's!

Join us on the third Thursday of each month, from 7:00-8:00 AM in Bagby Parish Hall, for the Men of St. Martin's Breakfast and a Speaker program, which offers an opportunity for fellowship and Christian growth with a message from our outstanding line-up of special guests and speakers.

Special Guest Speakers Schedule:

Thursday, February 16, 2012, Mrs. Susan Baker, "What Every Wife Wishes Her Husband Knew!"

Thursday, March 22, 2012, Mark DeMoss, "Making Right Choices in a World of Wrong Opportunities"

Thursday, April 19, 2012, Norman Jetmundsen, "Christian Faithfulness in the Office and at Home"

Thursday, May 17, 2012, the Rt. Rev. C. Andrew "Andy" Doyle, "Summer is Coming: What Will You Do?"

For more information, please contact:

Carol Gallion at 713/985-3813

Brittney Jacobson at 713/985-3821

Perry Ruthven, Men of St. Martin's President

The Men of St. Martin's group is open to all men of the Parish (all ages), and any male guests and visitors. We gather each Thursday from 7:00-8:00 AM in Bagby Parish Hall for breakfast ($5.00), a special guest speaker or brief Bible reflection, and then we break into groups for discussion, fellowship and mutual support. Reservations are not required!

Our weekly topics during this segment:

January 12 - New Year: New Life? (Joshua 3)

January 19 - Special guest speaker; see below

January 26 - As for Your House? (Joshua 15:11-15)

February 2 - Who is Your Delilah? (Judges 16:1-31)

February 9 - A Question of Faithfulness (Ruth 1:1-18)

February 16 - Special guest speaker; see below

February 23 - Are you listening? (I Samuel 3:1-21)

Upcoming special guest speakers:

Thursday, January 19, 2012, the Rt. Rev. Mike Hill, "So You Want to Be a Christian Man?"

Thursday, February 16, 2012, Mrs. Susan Baker, "What Every Wife Wishes Her Husband Knew!"

Thursday, March 22, 2012, Mark DeMoss, "Making Right Choices in a World of Wrong Opportunities"

Thursday, April 19, 2012, Norman Jetmundsen, "Christian Faithfulness in the Office and at Home"

Thursday, May 17, 2012, the Rt. Rev. C. Andrew "Andy" Doyle, "Summer is Coming: What Will You Do?"

All men are invited to join us on the third Thursday of each month, from 7:00-8:00 AM in Bagby Parish Hall, for the Men of St. Martin's Breakfast and a Speaker program, which offers an opportunity for fellowship and Christian growth with a message from our outstanding line-up of special guests and speakers (listed above). The cost of the hot breakfast is $5.00, and advance reservations are not required.


For more information, please contact:

Carol Gallion at 713/985-3813

Brittney Jacobson at 713/985-3821

Perry Ruthven, Men of St. Martin's President

Mike Sadler


[Updated 1-11-2012]


[Searchable key words: Gathering Groups]

Men's AA meets Thursdays at 12:00 PM in the Activity Center Aerobics Room.

[Location updated 9/21/2009]

For more information, visit www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/prevention.php.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Men are invited to the Men's Thursday Bible Study, Thursdays, from 7:00-8:00 AM, in Room 207-209, Payne Education Center. The group's mission is to reach out and communicate the life-changing message of Jesus Christ through study. Contact Gerald Thurmond.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Do you still remember when you visited St. Martin's for the very first time? Chances are you do, and you also probably remember that one of the first people to greet and assist you would have been one of our wonderful Ushers.

If you've ever thought about joining this team of friendly and engaging folks, now is the time to volunteer! Older teens and young adults are welcome to serve as Ushers, too. Our Ushers serve on rotating teams, according to their schedule and service time preferences. No one is expected to usher every Sunday. The work of the Usher ministry is not difficult, but it is highly visible and important. The Ushers are integral to making sure visitors feel welcome and that all aspects of our worship services flow smoothly.

Becoming an Usher is a terrific way to get to know others while providing valuable service to our Parish. Our Ushers enjoy a strong camaraderie with one another, and get together regularly for fellowship. Training is provided, and no prior experience is needed. Simply contact Kristin Early in the Vice-Rector's office to sign up today!

To volunteer or for more information, contact Kristin Early at 713/985-3848.

Men's AA meets Mondays at 12:00 PM in the Activity Center Family Room.

For more information, visit www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/prevention.php.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

The Men's Fellowship Group meets on Wednesday mornings at 8:00 AM in Room 207-209, Payne Education Center. This small group gathers for reading, sharing, fellowship and coffee as we work our way through selected books. For more information, contact Jack Hunnell.


Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

The Men of St. Martin's group is open to all men of the Parish (all ages), and any male guests and visitors. We gather each Thursday from 7:00-8:00 AM in Bagby Parish Hall for breakfast ($5.00), a special guest speaker or brief Bible reflection, and then we break into groups for discussion, fellowship and mutual support. Reservations are not required!

Our weekly topics during this segment:

January 12 - New Year: New Life? (Joshua 3)

January 19 - Special guest speaker; see below

January 26 - As for Your House? (Joshua 15:11-15)

February 2 - Who is Your Delilah? (Judges 16:1-31)

February 9 - A Question of Faithfulness (Ruth 1:1-18)

February 16 - Special guest speaker; see below

February 23 - Are you listening? (I Samuel 3:1-21)

Upcoming special guest speakers:

Thursday, January 19, 2012, the Rt. Rev. Mike Hill, "So You Want to Be a Christian Man?"

Thursday, February 16, 2012, Mrs. Susan Baker, "What Every Wife Wishes Her Husband Knew!"

Thursday, March 22, 2012, Mark DeMoss, "Making Right Choices in a World of Wrong Opportunities"

Thursday, April 19, 2012, Norman Jetmundsen, "Christian Faithfulness in the Office and at Home"

Thursday, May 17, 2012, the Rt. Rev. C. Andrew "Andy" Doyle, "Summer is Coming: What Will You Do?"

All men are invited to join us on the third Thursday of each month, from 7:00-8:00 AM in Bagby Parish Hall, for the Men of St. Martin's Breakfast and a Speaker program, which offers an opportunity for fellowship and Christian growth with a message from our outstanding line-up of special guests and speakers (listed above). The cost of the hot breakfast is $5.00, and advance reservations are not required.


For more information, please contact:

Carol Gallion at 713/985-3813

Brittney Jacobson at 713/985-3821

Perry Ruthven, Men of St. Martin's President

Mike Sadler


[Updated 1-11-2012]


[Searchable key words: Gathering Groups]

Men's AA meets Thursdays at 12:00 PM in the Activity Center Aerobics Room.

[Location updated 9/21/2009]

For more information, visit www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/prevention.php.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Men are invited to the Men's Thursday Bible Study, Thursdays, from 7:00-8:00 AM, in Room 207-209, Payne Education Center. The group's mission is to reach out and communicate the life-changing message of Jesus Christ through study. Contact Gerald Thurmond.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Do you still remember when you visited St. Martin's for the very first time? Chances are you do, and you also probably remember that one of the first people to greet and assist you would have been one of our wonderful Ushers.

If you've ever thought about joining this team of friendly and engaging folks, now is the time to volunteer! Older teens and young adults are welcome to serve as Ushers, too. Our Ushers serve on rotating teams, according to their schedule and service time preferences. No one is expected to usher every Sunday. The work of the Usher ministry is not difficult, but it is highly visible and important. The Ushers are integral to making sure visitors feel welcome and that all aspects of our worship services flow smoothly.

Becoming an Usher is a terrific way to get to know others while providing valuable service to our Parish. Our Ushers enjoy a strong camaraderie with one another, and get together regularly for fellowship. Training is provided, and no prior experience is needed. Simply contact Kristin Early in the Vice-Rector's office to sign up today!

To volunteer or for more information, contact Kristin Early at 713/985-3848.

Men's AA meets Mondays at 12:00 PM in the Activity Center Family Room.

For more information, visit www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/prevention.php.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

The Men's Fellowship Group meets on Wednesday mornings at 8:00 AM in Room 207-209, Payne Education Center. This small group gathers for reading, sharing, fellowship and coffee as we work our way through selected books. For more information, contact Jack Hunnell.


Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Click here to register online.

To read the course material and hear the Men's Life lectures, once they become available, please click here.

Men's Life: The Great Adventure meets most Wednesday mornings in the Activity Center Upper Hall. This program is led by the Rev. Dr. John K. Graham.

Topics during this segment:
February 29: Writing Your Personal Mission Statement
March 7: Design Encouragements
March 14: How to be a Great Adventurer
March 21: Final Thoughts

If you're like most men, it's easy in the frenzy of constant pressure and relentless responsibilities to lose your way. When you do, a life-numbing routine often replaces life-giving drama. And when it does, the adventure and excitement of what your life means and where it's going become harder and harder to define.

Can life be an adventure again? Absolutely! Over 20 weeks, you will find ways that are in every man's reach. You will learn how to develop a satisfying personal mission for your life and how to leave a legacy in your life that will bless others.

Are you ready for a change? Are you ready to lift your head up to catch a glimpse of just how much more God has in store for you? If so, you're ready for The Great Adventure.

Our program format:

6:00 AM - Men gather in the Activity Center Upper Hall for a continental breakfast and engage in fellowship with other men

6:15 AM - Weekly message, presented with fresh ideas, real life examples and entertaining movie clips

7:00 AM - Men move to small groups of 6-10 men (friends are encouraged to join a small group together when they register)

7:45 AM - All small group discussions promptly end

The registration fee is $20, to be paid at the first meeting. Each session stands alone, so individual sessions can be missed.

For more information, contact Deb Tisch at 713/985-3817.

The Lazarus Guild of St. Martin's has for many years exercised a wonderful ministry. Composed mostly of men who are retired, the Guild is primarily responsible for providing ushers for funerals at St. Martin's. Through its service, the members minister to those who mourn in many other ways as well. Occasionally the Guild provides ushers for special events during the week. Please prayerfully consider this opportunity for Christian service

For more information, contact Cyndy Ensign at 713/985-3808.

The Men of St. Martin's group is open to all men of the Parish (all ages), and any male guests and visitors. We gather each Thursday from 7:00-8:00 AM in Bagby Parish Hall for breakfast ($5.00), a special guest speaker or brief Bible reflection, and then we break into groups for discussion, fellowship and mutual support. Reservations are not required!

Our weekly topics during this segment:

March 1 - Them's Fightin' Words ... ! (I Samuel 17:1-16, 41-49)

March 8 - The Lure of Bathsheba (II Samuel 11:1-27)

March 15 - Oops: You are the Man (II Samuel 12:1-14)

March 22 - Special guest speaker; see below

March 29 - Wisdom? Come on? Really!? (I Kings 3:1-15)

April 5 - Humility's Rise: Pride's Fall (II Chronicles 26:1-18)

April 12 - Lost and Nakedness (Job 1:1, 6-22)

April 19 - Special guest speaker; see below

April 26 - Brace Yourself! (Joshua 40-42)

Upcoming special guest speakers:

Thursday, March 22, 2012, Mark DeMoss, "Making Right Choices in a World of Wrong Opportunities"

Thursday, April 19, 2012, Norman Jetmundsen, "Christian Faithfulness in the Office and at Home"

Thursday, May 17, 2012, the Rt. Rev. C. Andrew "Andy" Doyle, "Summer is Coming: What Will You Do?"

All men are invited to join us on the third Thursday of each month, from 7:00-8:00 AM in Bagby Parish Hall, for the Men of St. Martin's Breakfast and a Speaker program, which offers an opportunity for fellowship and Christian growth with a message from our outstanding line-up of special guests and speakers (listed above). The cost of the hot breakfast is $5.00, and advance reservations are not required.


For more information, please contact:

Carol Gallion at 713/985-3813

Brittney Jacobson at 713/985-3821

Perry Ruthven, Men of St. Martin's President

Mike Sadler


[Updated 1-11-2012]


[Searchable key words: Gathering Groups]

Men's AA meets Thursdays at 12:00 PM in the Activity Center Aerobics Room.

[Location updated 9/21/2009]

For more information, visit www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/prevention.php.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Men are invited to the Men's Thursday Bible Study, Thursdays, from 7:00-8:00 AM, in Room 207-209, Payne Education Center. The group's mission is to reach out and communicate the life-changing message of Jesus Christ through study. Contact Gerald Thurmond.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Do you still remember when you visited St. Martin's for the very first time? Chances are you do, and you also probably remember that one of the first people to greet and assist you would have been one of our wonderful Ushers.

If you've ever thought about joining this team of friendly and engaging folks, now is the time to volunteer! Older teens and young adults are welcome to serve as Ushers, too. Our Ushers serve on rotating teams, according to their schedule and service time preferences. No one is expected to usher every Sunday. The work of the Usher ministry is not difficult, but it is highly visible and important. The Ushers are integral to making sure visitors feel welcome and that all aspects of our worship services flow smoothly.

Becoming an Usher is a terrific way to get to know others while providing valuable service to our Parish. Our Ushers enjoy a strong camaraderie with one another, and get together regularly for fellowship. Training is provided, and no prior experience is needed. Simply contact Kristin Early in the Vice-Rector's office to sign up today!

To volunteer or for more information, contact Kristin Early at 713/985-3848.

Men's AA meets Mondays at 12:00 PM in the Activity Center Family Room.

For more information, visit www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/prevention.php.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

The Men's Fellowship Group meets on Wednesday mornings at 8:00 AM in Room 207-209, Payne Education Center. This small group gathers for reading, sharing, fellowship and coffee as we work our way through selected books. For more information, contact Jack Hunnell.


Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Click here to register online.

Men's Life: The Great Adventure meets most Wednesday mornings in the Activity Center Upper Hall. This program is led by the Rev. Dr. John K. Graham.

Topics during this segment:
February 29: Writing Your Personal Mission Statement
March 7: Design Encouragements
March 14: How to be a Great Adventurer
March 21: Final Thoughts

If you're like most men, it's easy in the frenzy of constant pressure and relentless responsibilities to lose your way. When you do, a life-numbing routine often replaces life-giving drama. And when it does, the adventure and excitement of what your life means and where it's going become harder and harder to define.

Can life be an adventure again? Absolutely! Over 20 weeks, you will find ways that are in every man's reach. You will learn how to develop a satisfying personal mission for your life and how to leave a legacy in your life that will bless others.

Are you ready for a change? Are you ready to lift your head up to catch a glimpse of just how much more God has in store for you? If so, you're ready for The Great Adventure.

Our program format:

6:00 AM - Men gather in the Activity Center Upper Hall for a continental breakfast and engage in fellowship with other men

6:15 AM - Weekly message, presented with fresh ideas, real life examples and entertaining movie clips

7:00 AM - Men move to small groups of 6-10 men (friends are encouraged to join a small group together when they register)

7:45 AM - All small group discussions promptly end

The registration fee is $20, to be paid at the first meeting. Each session stands alone, so individual sessions can be missed.

For more information, contact Deb Tisch at 713/985-3817.

The Men of St. Martin's group is open to all men of the Parish (all ages), and any male guests and visitors. We gather each Thursday from 7:00-8:00 AM in Bagby Parish Hall for breakfast ($5.00), a special guest speaker or brief Bible reflection, and then we break into groups for discussion, fellowship and mutual support. Reservations are not required!

Our weekly topics during this segment:

March 1 - Them's Fightin' Words ... ! (I Samuel 17:1-16, 41-49)

March 8 - The Lure of Bathsheba (II Samuel 11:1-27)

March 15 - Oops: You are the Man (II Samuel 12:1-14)

March 22 - Special guest speaker; see below

March 29 - Wisdom? Come on? Really!? (I Kings 3:1-15)

April 5 - Humility's Rise: Pride's Fall (II Chronicles 26:1-18)

April 12 - Lost and Nakedness (Job 1:1, 6-22)

April 19 - Special guest speaker; see below

April 26 - Brace Yourself! (Joshua 40-42)

Upcoming special guest speakers:

Thursday, March 22, 2012, Mark DeMoss, "Making Right Choices in a World of Wrong Opportunities"

Thursday, April 19, 2012, Norman Jetmundsen, "Christian Faithfulness in the Office and at Home"

Thursday, May 17, 2012, the Rt. Rev. C. Andrew "Andy" Doyle, "Summer is Coming: What Will You Do?"

All men are invited to join us on the third Thursday of each month, from 7:00-8:00 AM in Bagby Parish Hall, for the Men of St. Martin's Breakfast and a Speaker program, which offers an opportunity for fellowship and Christian growth with a message from our outstanding line-up of special guests and speakers (listed above). The cost of the hot breakfast is $5.00, and advance reservations are not required.


For more information, please contact:

Carol Gallion at 713/985-3813

Brittney Jacobson at 713/985-3821

Perry Ruthven, Men of St. Martin's President

Mike Sadler


[Updated 1-11-2012]


[Searchable key words: Gathering Groups]

Men's AA meets Thursdays at 12:00 PM in the Activity Center Aerobics Room.

[Location updated 9/21/2009]

For more information, visit www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/prevention.php.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Men are invited to the Men's Thursday Bible Study, Thursdays, from 7:00-8:00 AM, in Room 207-209, Payne Education Center. The group's mission is to reach out and communicate the life-changing message of Jesus Christ through study. Contact Gerald Thurmond.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Do you still remember when you visited St. Martin's for the very first time? Chances are you do, and you also probably remember that one of the first people to greet and assist you would have been one of our wonderful Ushers.

If you've ever thought about joining this team of friendly and engaging folks, now is the time to volunteer! Older teens and young adults are welcome to serve as Ushers, too. Our Ushers serve on rotating teams, according to their schedule and service time preferences. No one is expected to usher every Sunday. The work of the Usher ministry is not difficult, but it is highly visible and important. The Ushers are integral to making sure visitors feel welcome and that all aspects of our worship services flow smoothly.

Becoming an Usher is a terrific way to get to know others while providing valuable service to our Parish. Our Ushers enjoy a strong camaraderie with one another, and get together regularly for fellowship. Training is provided, and no prior experience is needed. Simply contact Kristin Early in the Vice-Rector's office to sign up today!

To volunteer or for more information, contact Kristin Early at 713/985-3848.

The "Men Only" Cancer Support Group meets the second Monday of each month, from 7:00-9:00 PM, in Room 217, Payne Education Center. For more information, contact Steve Thorney, Staff Chaplain at the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, at 713/563-3988.

Upcoming meeting dates:

Monday, March 12

Monday, May 14

Monday, June 11

Monday, July 9

Monday, August 13

Monday, September 10

Monday, October 8

Monday, November 12

Monday, December 10

[Updated 10-26-2011]

[Keywords: "Men Only", "men only", Men Only Cancer Support, Men's Only, Mens Only]

Men's AA meets Mondays at 12:00 PM in the Activity Center Family Room.

For more information, visit www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/prevention.php.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

The Men of St. Martin's group is banding together to help with this outreach project. Come make sandwiches for Kids' Meals. This is a fun time as we work to help feed the children in Houston!

Help us make sandwiches for Houston's children one Tuesday a month, from 5:00-6:30 PM in the Activity Center Fellowship Room. Enjoy fun and fellowship on these dates:

March 13

April 17

May 8

June 12

July 10

August 14

September 11

October 9

November 13

December 11

Other dates will be posted soon.

Kids' Meals offers a community-based approach to ending hunger for children. Save your spot by sending an e-mail to outreach@stmartinsepiscopal.org.

For information about the Men of St. Martin's group, contact Deb Tisch at 713/985-3817.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

The Men's Fellowship Group meets on Wednesday mornings at 8:00 AM in Room 207-209, Payne Education Center. This small group gathers for reading, sharing, fellowship and coffee as we work our way through selected books. For more information, contact Jack Hunnell.


Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Click here to register online.

Men's Life: The Great Adventure meets most Wednesday mornings in the Activity Center Upper Hall. This program is led by the Rev. Dr. John K. Graham.

Topics during this segment:
February 29: Writing Your Personal Mission Statement
March 7: Design Encouragements
March 14: How to be a Great Adventurer
March 21: Final Thoughts

If you're like most men, it's easy in the frenzy of constant pressure and relentless responsibilities to lose your way. When you do, a life-numbing routine often replaces life-giving drama. And when it does, the adventure and excitement of what your life means and where it's going become harder and harder to define.

Can life be an adventure again? Absolutely! Over 20 weeks, you will find ways that are in every man's reach. You will learn how to develop a satisfying personal mission for your life and how to leave a legacy in your life that will bless others.

Are you ready for a change? Are you ready to lift your head up to catch a glimpse of just how much more God has in store for you? If so, you're ready for The Great Adventure.

Our program format:

6:00 AM - Men gather in the Activity Center Upper Hall for a continental breakfast and engage in fellowship with other men

6:15 AM - Weekly message, presented with fresh ideas, real life examples and entertaining movie clips

7:00 AM - Men move to small groups of 6-10 men (friends are encouraged to join a small group together when they register)

7:45 AM - All small group discussions promptly end

The registration fee is $20, to be paid at the first meeting. Each session stands alone, so individual sessions can be missed.

For more information, contact Deb Tisch at 713/985-3817.

The Men of St. Martin's group is open to all men of the Parish (all ages), and any male guests and visitors. We gather each Thursday from 7:00-8:00 AM in Bagby Parish Hall for breakfast ($5.00), a special guest speaker or brief Bible reflection, and then we break into groups for discussion, fellowship and mutual support. Reservations are not required!

Our weekly topics during this segment:

March 1 - Them's Fightin' Words ... ! (I Samuel 17:1-16, 41-49)

March 8 - The Lure of Bathsheba (II Samuel 11:1-27)

March 15 - Oops: You are the Man (II Samuel 12:1-14)

March 22 - Special guest speaker; see below

March 29 - Wisdom? Come on? Really!? (I Kings 3:1-15)

April 5 - Humility's Rise: Pride's Fall (II Chronicles 26:1-18)

April 12 - Lost and Nakedness (Job 1:1, 6-22)

April 19 - Special guest speaker; see below

April 26 - Brace Yourself! (Joshua 40-42)

Upcoming special guest speakers:

Thursday, March 22, 2012, Mark DeMoss, "Making Right Choices in a World of Wrong Opportunities"

Thursday, April 19, 2012, Norman Jetmundsen, "Christian Faithfulness in the Office and at Home"

Thursday, May 17, 2012, the Rt. Rev. C. Andrew "Andy" Doyle, "Summer is Coming: What Will You Do?"

All men are invited to join us on the third Thursday of each month, from 7:00-8:00 AM in Bagby Parish Hall, for the Men of St. Martin's Breakfast and a Speaker program, which offers an opportunity for fellowship and Christian growth with a message from our outstanding line-up of special guests and speakers (listed above). The cost of the hot breakfast is $5.00, and advance reservations are not required.


For more information, please contact:

Carol Gallion at 713/985-3813

Brittney Jacobson at 713/985-3821

Perry Ruthven, Men of St. Martin's President

Mike Sadler


[Updated 1-11-2012]


[Searchable key words: Gathering Groups]

Men's AA meets Thursdays at 12:00 PM in the Activity Center Aerobics Room.

[Location updated 9/21/2009]

For more information, visit www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/prevention.php.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Men are invited to the Men's Thursday Bible Study, Thursdays, from 7:00-8:00 AM, in Room 207-209, Payne Education Center. The group's mission is to reach out and communicate the life-changing message of Jesus Christ through study. Contact Gerald Thurmond.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Do you still remember when you visited St. Martin's for the very first time? Chances are you do, and you also probably remember that one of the first people to greet and assist you would have been one of our wonderful Ushers.

If you've ever thought about joining this team of friendly and engaging folks, now is the time to volunteer! Older teens and young adults are welcome to serve as Ushers, too. Our Ushers serve on rotating teams, according to their schedule and service time preferences. No one is expected to usher every Sunday. The work of the Usher ministry is not difficult, but it is highly visible and important. The Ushers are integral to making sure visitors feel welcome and that all aspects of our worship services flow smoothly.

Becoming an Usher is a terrific way to get to know others while providing valuable service to our Parish. Our Ushers enjoy a strong camaraderie with one another, and get together regularly for fellowship. Training is provided, and no prior experience is needed. Simply contact Kristin Early in the Vice-Rector's office to sign up today!

To volunteer or for more information, contact Kristin Early at 713/985-3848.

Men's AA meets Mondays at 12:00 PM in the Activity Center Family Room.

For more information, visit www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/prevention.php.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

The Men's Fellowship Group meets on Wednesday mornings at 8:00 AM in Room 207-209, Payne Education Center. This small group gathers for reading, sharing, fellowship and coffee as we work our way through selected books. For more information, contact Jack Hunnell.


Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Click here to register online.

Men's Life: The Great Adventure meets most Wednesday mornings in the Activity Center Upper Hall. This program is led by the Rev. Dr. John K. Graham.

Topics during this segment:
February 29: Writing Your Personal Mission Statement
March 7: Design Encouragements
March 14: How to be a Great Adventurer
March 21: Final Thoughts

If you're like most men, it's easy in the frenzy of constant pressure and relentless responsibilities to lose your way. When you do, a life-numbing routine often replaces life-giving drama. And when it does, the adventure and excitement of what your life means and where it's going become harder and harder to define.

Can life be an adventure again? Absolutely! Over 20 weeks, you will find ways that are in every man's reach. You will learn how to develop a satisfying personal mission for your life and how to leave a legacy in your life that will bless others.

Are you ready for a change? Are you ready to lift your head up to catch a glimpse of just how much more God has in store for you? If so, you're ready for The Great Adventure.

Our program format:

6:00 AM - Men gather in the Activity Center Upper Hall for a continental breakfast and engage in fellowship with other men

6:15 AM - Weekly message, presented with fresh ideas, real life examples and entertaining movie clips

7:00 AM - Men move to small groups of 6-10 men (friends are encouraged to join a small group together when they register)

7:45 AM - All small group discussions promptly end

The registration fee is $20, to be paid at the first meeting. Each session stands alone, so individual sessions can be missed.

For more information, contact Deb Tisch at 713/985-3817.

If you are a man and you are part of the St. Martin's family, then you are part of the Men of St. Martin's!

Join us on the third Thursday of each month, from 7:00-8:00 AM in Bagby Parish Hall, for the Men of St. Martin's Breakfast and a Speaker program, which offers an opportunity for fellowship and Christian growth with a message from our outstanding line-up of special guests and speakers.

Special Guest Speakers Schedule:

Thursday, March 22, 2012, Mark DeMoss, "Making Right Choices in a World of Wrong Opportunities"

Thursday, April 19, 2012, Norman Jetmundsen, "Christian Faithfulness in the Office and at Home"

Thursday, May 17, 2012, the Rt. Rev. C. Andrew "Andy" Doyle, "Summer is Coming: What Will You Do?"

For more information, please contact:

Carol Gallion at 713/985-3813

Brittney Jacobson at 713/985-3821

Perry Ruthven, Men of St. Martin's President

The Men of St. Martin's group is open to all men of the Parish (all ages), and any male guests and visitors. We gather each Thursday from 7:00-8:00 AM in Bagby Parish Hall for breakfast ($5.00), a special guest speaker or brief Bible reflection, and then we break into groups for discussion, fellowship and mutual support. Reservations are not required!

Our weekly topics during this segment:

March 1 - Them's Fightin' Words ... ! (I Samuel 17:1-16, 41-49)

March 8 - The Lure of Bathsheba (II Samuel 11:1-27)

March 15 - Oops: You are the Man (II Samuel 12:1-14)

March 22 - Special guest speaker; see below

March 29 - Wisdom? Come on? Really!? (I Kings 3:1-15)

April 5 - Humility's Rise: Pride's Fall (II Chronicles 26:1-18)

April 12 - Lost and Nakedness (Job 1:1, 6-22)

April 19 - Special guest speaker; see below

April 26 - Brace Yourself! (Joshua 40-42)

Upcoming special guest speakers:

Thursday, March 22, 2012, Mark DeMoss, "Making Right Choices in a World of Wrong Opportunities"

Thursday, April 19, 2012, Norman Jetmundsen, "Christian Faithfulness in the Office and at Home"

Thursday, May 17, 2012, the Rt. Rev. C. Andrew "Andy" Doyle, "Summer is Coming: What Will You Do?"

All men are invited to join us on the third Thursday of each month, from 7:00-8:00 AM in Bagby Parish Hall, for the Men of St. Martin's Breakfast and a Speaker program, which offers an opportunity for fellowship and Christian growth with a message from our outstanding line-up of special guests and speakers (listed above). The cost of the hot breakfast is $5.00, and advance reservations are not required.


For more information, please contact:

Carol Gallion at 713/985-3813

Brittney Jacobson at 713/985-3821

Perry Ruthven, Men of St. Martin's President

Mike Sadler


[Updated 1-11-2012]


[Searchable key words: Gathering Groups]

Men's AA meets Thursdays at 12:00 PM in the Activity Center Aerobics Room.

[Location updated 9/21/2009]

For more information, visit www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/prevention.php.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Men are invited to the Men's Thursday Bible Study, Thursdays, from 7:00-8:00 AM, in Room 207-209, Payne Education Center. The group's mission is to reach out and communicate the life-changing message of Jesus Christ through study. Contact Gerald Thurmond.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Do you still remember when you visited St. Martin's for the very first time? Chances are you do, and you also probably remember that one of the first people to greet and assist you would have been one of our wonderful Ushers.

If you've ever thought about joining this team of friendly and engaging folks, now is the time to volunteer! Older teens and young adults are welcome to serve as Ushers, too. Our Ushers serve on rotating teams, according to their schedule and service time preferences. No one is expected to usher every Sunday. The work of the Usher ministry is not difficult, but it is highly visible and important. The Ushers are integral to making sure visitors feel welcome and that all aspects of our worship services flow smoothly.

Becoming an Usher is a terrific way to get to know others while providing valuable service to our Parish. Our Ushers enjoy a strong camaraderie with one another, and get together regularly for fellowship. Training is provided, and no prior experience is needed. Simply contact Kristin Early in the Vice-Rector's office to sign up today!

To volunteer or for more information, contact Kristin Early at 713/985-3848.

Men's AA meets Mondays at 12:00 PM in the Activity Center Family Room.

For more information, visit www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/prevention.php.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

The Men's Fellowship Group meets on Wednesday mornings at 8:00 AM in Room 207-209, Payne Education Center. This small group gathers for reading, sharing, fellowship and coffee as we work our way through selected books. For more information, contact Jack Hunnell.


Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

The Men of St. Martin's group is open to all men of the Parish (all ages), and any male guests and visitors. We gather each Thursday from 7:00-8:00 AM in Bagby Parish Hall for breakfast ($5.00), a special guest speaker or brief Bible reflection, and then we break into groups for discussion, fellowship and mutual support. Reservations are not required!

Our weekly topics during this segment:

March 1 - Them's Fightin' Words ... ! (I Samuel 17:1-16, 41-49)

March 8 - The Lure of Bathsheba (II Samuel 11:1-27)

March 15 - Oops: You are the Man (II Samuel 12:1-14)

March 22 - Special guest speaker; see below

March 29 - Wisdom? Come on? Really!? (I Kings 3:1-15)

April 5 - Humility's Rise: Pride's Fall (II Chronicles 26:1-18)

April 12 - Lost and Nakedness (Job 1:1, 6-22)

April 19 - Special guest speaker; see below

April 26 - Brace Yourself! (Joshua 40-42)

Upcoming special guest speakers:

Thursday, March 22, 2012, Mark DeMoss, "Making Right Choices in a World of Wrong Opportunities"

Thursday, April 19, 2012, Norman Jetmundsen, "Christian Faithfulness in the Office and at Home"

Thursday, May 17, 2012, the Rt. Rev. C. Andrew "Andy" Doyle, "Summer is Coming: What Will You Do?"

All men are invited to join us on the third Thursday of each month, from 7:00-8:00 AM in Bagby Parish Hall, for the Men of St. Martin's Breakfast and a Speaker program, which offers an opportunity for fellowship and Christian growth with a message from our outstanding line-up of special guests and speakers (listed above). The cost of the hot breakfast is $5.00, and advance reservations are not required.


For more information, please contact:

Carol Gallion at 713/985-3813

Brittney Jacobson at 713/985-3821

Perry Ruthven, Men of St. Martin's President

Mike Sadler


[Updated 1-11-2012]


[Searchable key words: Gathering Groups]

Men's AA meets Thursdays at 12:00 PM in the Activity Center Aerobics Room.

[Location updated 9/21/2009]

For more information, visit www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/prevention.php.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Men are invited to the Men's Thursday Bible Study, Thursdays, from 7:00-8:00 AM, in Room 207-209, Payne Education Center. The group's mission is to reach out and communicate the life-changing message of Jesus Christ through study. Contact Gerald Thurmond.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

The Lazarus Guild of St. Martin's has for many years exercised a wonderful ministry. Composed mostly of men who are retired, the Guild is primarily responsible for providing ushers for funerals at St. Martin's. Through its service, the members minister to those who mourn in many other ways as well. Occasionally the Guild provides ushers for special events during the week. Please prayerfully consider this opportunity for Christian service

For more information, contact Cyndy Ensign at 713/985-3808.

Do you still remember when you visited St. Martin's for the very first time? Chances are you do, and you also probably remember that one of the first people to greet and assist you would have been one of our wonderful Ushers.

If you've ever thought about joining this team of friendly and engaging folks, now is the time to volunteer! Older teens and young adults are welcome to serve as Ushers, too. Our Ushers serve on rotating teams, according to their schedule and service time preferences. No one is expected to usher every Sunday. The work of the Usher ministry is not difficult, but it is highly visible and important. The Ushers are integral to making sure visitors feel welcome and that all aspects of our worship services flow smoothly.

Becoming an Usher is a terrific way to get to know others while providing valuable service to our Parish. Our Ushers enjoy a strong camaraderie with one another, and get together regularly for fellowship. Training is provided, and no prior experience is needed. Simply contact Kristin Early in the Vice-Rector's office to sign up today!

To volunteer or for more information, contact Kristin Early at 713/985-3848.

Adults and children are invited to a Parish-wide "gathering" on Sunday, April 1, at 10:15 AM in Bagby Parish Hall. Come join us for a Middle Eastern gathering, with food to match; there is no charge to attend. Child care is available in Founders' Hall, for age 0 - Pre-K.

Families are encouraged to return their mite boxes on this day.

[Updated 1-18-2012]

Men's AA meets Mondays at 12:00 PM in the Activity Center Family Room.

For more information, visit www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/prevention.php.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

The Men's Fellowship Group meets on Wednesday mornings at 8:00 AM in Room 207-209, Payne Education Center. This small group gathers for reading, sharing, fellowship and coffee as we work our way through selected books. For more information, contact Jack Hunnell.


Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

The Men of St. Martin's group is open to all men of the Parish (all ages), and any male guests and visitors. We gather each Thursday from 7:00-8:00 AM in Bagby Parish Hall for breakfast ($5.00), a special guest speaker or brief Bible reflection, and then we break into groups for discussion, fellowship and mutual support. Reservations are not required!

Our weekly topics during this segment:

March 1 - Them's Fightin' Words ... ! (I Samuel 17:1-16, 41-49)

March 8 - The Lure of Bathsheba (II Samuel 11:1-27)

March 15 - Oops: You are the Man (II Samuel 12:1-14)

March 22 - Special guest speaker; see below

March 29 - Wisdom? Come on? Really!? (I Kings 3:1-15)

April 5 - Humility's Rise: Pride's Fall (II Chronicles 26:1-18)

April 12 - Lost and Nakedness (Job 1:1, 6-22)

April 19 - Special guest speaker; see below

April 26 - Brace Yourself! (Joshua 40-42)

Upcoming special guest speakers:

Thursday, March 22, 2012, Mark DeMoss, "Making Right Choices in a World of Wrong Opportunities"

Thursday, April 19, 2012, Norman Jetmundsen, "Christian Faithfulness in the Office and at Home"

Thursday, May 17, 2012, the Rt. Rev. C. Andrew "Andy" Doyle, "Summer is Coming: What Will You Do?"

All men are invited to join us on the third Thursday of each month, from 7:00-8:00 AM in Bagby Parish Hall, for the Men of St. Martin's Breakfast and a Speaker program, which offers an opportunity for fellowship and Christian growth with a message from our outstanding line-up of special guests and speakers (listed above). The cost of the hot breakfast is $5.00, and advance reservations are not required.


For more information, please contact:

Carol Gallion at 713/985-3813

Brittney Jacobson at 713/985-3821

Perry Ruthven, Men of St. Martin's President

Mike Sadler


[Updated 1-11-2012]


[Searchable key words: Gathering Groups]

Men's AA meets Thursdays at 12:00 PM in the Activity Center Aerobics Room.

[Location updated 9/21/2009]

For more information, visit www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/prevention.php.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Men are invited to the Men's Thursday Bible Study, Thursdays, from 7:00-8:00 AM, in Room 207-209, Payne Education Center. The group's mission is to reach out and communicate the life-changing message of Jesus Christ through study. Contact Gerald Thurmond.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Do you still remember when you visited St. Martin's for the very first time? Chances are you do, and you also probably remember that one of the first people to greet and assist you would have been one of our wonderful Ushers.

If you've ever thought about joining this team of friendly and engaging folks, now is the time to volunteer! Older teens and young adults are welcome to serve as Ushers, too. Our Ushers serve on rotating teams, according to their schedule and service time preferences. No one is expected to usher every Sunday. The work of the Usher ministry is not difficult, but it is highly visible and important. The Ushers are integral to making sure visitors feel welcome and that all aspects of our worship services flow smoothly.

Becoming an Usher is a terrific way to get to know others while providing valuable service to our Parish. Our Ushers enjoy a strong camaraderie with one another, and get together regularly for fellowship. Training is provided, and no prior experience is needed. Simply contact Kristin Early in the Vice-Rector's office to sign up today!

To volunteer or for more information, contact Kristin Early at 713/985-3848.

Men's AA meets Mondays at 12:00 PM in the Activity Center Family Room.

For more information, visit www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/prevention.php.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

The Men's Fellowship Group meets on Wednesday mornings at 8:00 AM in Room 207-209, Payne Education Center. This small group gathers for reading, sharing, fellowship and coffee as we work our way through selected books. For more information, contact Jack Hunnell.


Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

The Men of St. Martin's group is open to all men of the Parish (all ages), and any male guests and visitors. We gather each Thursday from 7:00-8:00 AM in Bagby Parish Hall for breakfast ($5.00), a special guest speaker or brief Bible reflection, and then we break into groups for discussion, fellowship and mutual support. Reservations are not required!

Our weekly topics during this segment:

March 1 - Them's Fightin' Words ... ! (I Samuel 17:1-16, 41-49)

March 8 - The Lure of Bathsheba (II Samuel 11:1-27)

March 15 - Oops: You are the Man (II Samuel 12:1-14)

March 22 - Special guest speaker; see below

March 29 - Wisdom? Come on? Really!? (I Kings 3:1-15)

April 5 - Humility's Rise: Pride's Fall (II Chronicles 26:1-18)

April 12 - Lost and Nakedness (Job 1:1, 6-22)

April 19 - Special guest speaker; see below

April 26 - Brace Yourself! (Joshua 40-42)

Upcoming special guest speakers:

Thursday, March 22, 2012, Mark DeMoss, "Making Right Choices in a World of Wrong Opportunities"

Thursday, April 19, 2012, Norman Jetmundsen, "Christian Faithfulness in the Office and at Home"

Thursday, May 17, 2012, the Rt. Rev. C. Andrew "Andy" Doyle, "Summer is Coming: What Will You Do?"

All men are invited to join us on the third Thursday of each month, from 7:00-8:00 AM in Bagby Parish Hall, for the Men of St. Martin's Breakfast and a Speaker program, which offers an opportunity for fellowship and Christian growth with a message from our outstanding line-up of special guests and speakers (listed above). The cost of the hot breakfast is $5.00, and advance reservations are not required.


For more information, please contact:

Carol Gallion at 713/985-3813

Brittney Jacobson at 713/985-3821

Perry Ruthven, Men of St. Martin's President

Mike Sadler


[Updated 1-11-2012]


[Searchable key words: Gathering Groups]

Men's AA meets Thursdays at 12:00 PM in the Activity Center Aerobics Room.

[Location updated 9/21/2009]

For more information, visit www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/prevention.php.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Men are invited to the Men's Thursday Bible Study, Thursdays, from 7:00-8:00 AM, in Room 207-209, Payne Education Center. The group's mission is to reach out and communicate the life-changing message of Jesus Christ through study. Contact Gerald Thurmond.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

Do you still remember when you visited St. Martin's for the very first time? Chances are you do, and you also probably remember that one of the first people to greet and assist you would have been one of our wonderful Ushers.

If you've ever thought about joining this team of friendly and engaging folks, now is the time to volunteer! Older teens and young adults are welcome to serve as Ushers, too. Our Ushers serve on rotating teams, according to their schedule and service time preferences. No one is expected to usher every Sunday. The work of the Usher ministry is not difficult, but it is highly visible and important. The Ushers are integral to making sure visitors feel welcome and that all aspects of our worship services flow smoothly.

Becoming an Usher is a terrific way to get to know others while providing valuable service to our Parish. Our Ushers enjoy a strong camaraderie with one another, and get together regularly for fellowship. Training is provided, and no prior experience is needed. Simply contact Kristin Early in the Vice-Rector's office to sign up today!

To volunteer or for more information, contact Kristin Early at 713/985-3848.

Men's AA meets Mondays at 12:00 PM in the Activity Center Family Room.

For more information, visit www.stmartinsepiscopal.org/prevention.php.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

The Men of St. Martin's group is banding together to help with this outreach project. Come make sandwiches for Kids' Meals. This is a fun time as we work to help feed the children in Houston!

Help us make sandwiches for Houston's children one Tuesday a month, from 5:00-6:30 PM in the Activity Center Fellowship Room. Enjoy fun and fellowship on these dates:

April 17

May 8

June 12

July 10

August 14

September 11

October 9

November 13

December 11

Other dates will be posted soon.

Kids' Meals offers a community-based approach to ending hunger for children. Save your spot by sending an e-mail to outreach@stmartinsepiscopal.org.

For information about the Men of St. Martin's group, contact Deb Tisch at 713/985-3817.

Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

The Men's Fellowship Group meets on Wednesday mornings at 8:00 AM in Room 207-209, Payne Education Center. This small group gathers for reading, sharing, fellowship and coffee as we work our way through selected books. For more information, contact Jack Hunnell.


Note: This group will not meet on holidays or during Church campus closings. Please contact the group leader for updates.

If you are a man and you are part of the St. Martin's family, then you are part of the Men of St. Martin's!

Join us on the third Thursday of each month, from 7:00-8:00 AM in Bagby Parish Hall, for the Men of St. Martin's Breakfast and a Speaker program, which offers an opportunity for fellowship and Christian growth with a message from our outstanding line-up of special guests and speakers.

Special Guest Speakers Schedule:

Thursday, April 19, 2012, Norman Jetmundsen, "Christian Faithfulness in the Office and at Home"

Thursday, May 17, 2012, the Rt. Rev. C. Andrew "Andy" Doyle, "Summer is Coming: What Will You Do?"

For more information, please contact:

Carol Gallion at 713/985-3813

Brittney Jacobson at 713/985-3821

Perry Ruthven, Men of St. Martin's President