St Martins Episcopal Church

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12:00 PM - Holy Eucharist followed by the Sacrament of Healing (Holy Unction), Chapel

6:00 PM - Holy Eucharist, Chapel (location changes during Lent)

With an emphasis on beautiful liturgy and excellence in music, worship at St. Martin's provides an opportunity to give thanks and praise to God. Rite I is the form regularly used. All Christians, baptized in the name of the Trinity, are welcome to receive Holy Eucharist in the Episcopal Church.

Wonderful Wednesdays - "Jesus' Healing Ministry" - this week, Angela H. Caughlin, LCSW, "Awaken to the Power of Healing"

6:30-8:00 PM - Program, Bagby Parish Hall
5:15-8:00 PM - Child care, Founders' Hall, for children ages 0-4

Angela H. Caughlin, LCSW, author, psychotherapist/life coach and speaker
Awaken to the Power of Healing
Grief and loss, often called "The Journey into the Unknown," touch all of us at some point in our lives. Christ's ministry was about teaching us how to find resiliency through His Spirit and finding the ability to heal in difficult times.

Angela H. Caughlin, LCSW, is an author, psychotherapist/life coach, and speaker. She has worked in the non-profit sector and has also had a private practice for 18 years, working with individuals, groups and organizations as teacher and catalyst to help navigate change.

Angela is the author of the books, The Only Way Through, a personal grief memoir, and Journaling Your Way Through, a guided journal to help facilitate writing as a means of processing loss -- both published in 2006. Her new book, Journaling Through: Unleashing the Power of the Authentic Self, published in November 2009, acquaints the general public with journaling and shows how to discover the connections between the brain, the body and our own personal stories. In this new work, Caughlin draws upon the exciting breakthroughs in brain science and the impact of the journaling process on the body and the mind.

Angela frequently leads workshops incorporating the principles and benefits of journaling, intention setting and conceptual thinking as powerful tools to navigate change. In addition to speaking, Angela maintains a private counseling/life coaching practice and helps to manage the Transition Medicine Program at the Baylor College of Medicine. Angela resides in Houston where she enjoys her family, friends, traveling and yoga. For more information, visit www.angelacaughlin.com.

All are invited to meet on Wednesday evenings to share supper and a program, or attend Worship and a program. The theme for this fall season is "Jesus' Healing Ministry." Each week, a gifted speaker will present ways in which Jesus heals from a biblical perspective, as well as in our everyday lives today. Come and enjoy a Wonderful Wednesday evening!

Reservations are not required to attend our Wonderful Wednesdays event, nor are reservations required for child care. There is no charge for the program; Cafe St. Martin's dinner prices are charged for the meal.

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

Adopt a family for Christmas giving
St. Martin's Episcopal Church families adopt a family for Christmas Giving

Adopt a family that has had a serious medical issue during this holiday time and bring them some holiday cheer and spirit. St. Martin's families will be matched with a needy family on Friday, December 10 in time for shopping and celebration. This program gives us the unique opportunity to meet our families that we are adopting.

For more information, contact Randa Jackson or Susan Galanski, or contact Cyd Gillette at 713/830-4128.

Special Tour of the Clerestory Windows
On Wednesday, November 17, at 11:00 AM, Lee Hunnell will offer a tour of the Clerestory stained glass windows. (upon request) Bring your own binoculars. For information, or to schedule a group tour, please call 713/830-4117.

The Church is open to receive visitors several hours each week.

Sundays, 10:00-11:15 AM; meet in the Welcome Center by 10:15 AM. (This tour is not led by the Docent Guild.)
First and third Sundays of each month, after the 11:15 AM service. Meet in the Narthex for a formal tour with the Docent Guild.
Wednesdays and Fridays, 10:45 AM-12:30 PM, with a formal tour offered from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM. (The Docent Guild is on hand to welcome those who would like a tour, as well as for those who merely want to look around.)

For information, or to schedule a group tour, please call 713/830-4117.

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

A Happening is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for youth in grades 10-12. The Happening encourages participation in one's own parish and youth group. The Happening movement believes that Jesus Christ has and will continue to make a difference in the world and in individual lives. This event will be held at Camp Allen, Friday-Sunday, November 19-21, 2010. The Happening application is due two weeks before the Happening weekend. For more information, please contact Eric Moen at 713/985-3819.

SMEP Thanksgiving Feast
The St. Martin's Episcopal Preschool (SMEP) "Thanksgiving Feast" will be held on Friday, November 19, 11:00 AM-1:00 PM in the Activity Center Gym.

For more information, please contact Sharon Ladd at 713/985-3826.

A Youth Encounter Spirit (Y.E.S.) weekend brings together members of the 7th-9th grade youth of the Diocese of Texas as a Christian community. The focus of Y.E.S. is "on who Christ is." Y.E.S. helps foster a clearer appreciation of self, richer relationships with others and a deeper experience with Jesus. This event will be held at Camp Allen, Friday-Sunday, November 19-21, 2010. The Y.E.S. application is due two weeks before the Y.E.S. weekend you wish to attend. For more information, please contact Eric Moen at 713/985-3819.

Spirituality Saturdays - delve into the history of spirituality, the contribution of the Christian mystics & saints, & guided prayer
The next Spirituality Saturdays meeting is Saturday, November 20, 9:00 AM-12:00 PM, in Room 217, Payne Education Center. This is a monthly class during which we delve into the history of spirituality, the contribution of the Christian mystics and saints, and guided prayer. Scripture and prayer are central to the discussion. Our intent is to provide an opportunity to grow in the spirit through Christ to the Father. Come for all or part of the experience. Spiritual Directors are Pat Bodley, Causey Coffield and Bill Moore.

[Keywords: Spirituality Saturdays, Spirituality Saturday]

CH's "Big Saturday" Basketball Skills Clinic (grades 1-6)
12 "BIG SATURDAYS" - 10:15 - 11:45 AM

The lead clinician is John Herndon. Coach Herndon has coached all three levels of NCAA competition (Rice University, North Dakota State, Washington and Lee University), and at the high school level (Christ School - Asheville, North Carolina and Episcopal High School - Houston, TX). He has authored multiple instructional manuals and videos on different aspects of the game. John may best be known to Houston area families as "CH," the Director of the popular Rice Owl Basketball Camps.

"SKILLS, NOT DRILLS! My passion, enthusiasm and expertise in teaching the game are unmatched. I have an extremely keen eye for teaching and emphasizing the progressive skill sets that lead up to the finished product." We are great at putting youngsters into a position to be successful during the upcoming season.

BALL HANDLING - stationary handling, stationary dribbling, dribble moves.
PASSING - chest passes, bounce passes, hook passes, passing on the run, lead passes.
SHOOTING - technique, groove shooting motion, catch-and-shoot, shooting off the dribble, layups.
OFFENSE - one-on-one, four-on-four, spacing, screening, movement.
DEFENSE - stance, movement, wing denial, helpside defense, block outs.

Eligibility: 1st-6th graders, grouped by skill level, then by age.

For more information or to speak with instructor regarding his refund policy, please call 713-376-0767.

Tuition covers instruction from CH and former Rice players, "CH" t-shirt, skills manual, Gatorade.

Make checks payable to: "John Herndon, Inc." and mail checks to: John Herndon, Inc, 4 Pembrook Court, Bellaire, TX 77401

Last Sunday after Pentecost (Worship services) - the Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr. (morning services), and the Rev. Ken Fields, "You call this a king?"
Sunday, November 21 is the Last Sunday after Pentecost.
The sermon title for the Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr. will be posted soon.
The sermon title for the Rev. Ken Fields is "You call this a king?"
[Updated 11-16-2010]

8:00 AM - Holy Eucharist with sermon, The Church, spoken service, the Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr. preaches

9:00 AM - Holy Eucharist with sermon, The Church, family service with hymns and anthems, with full choir, the Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr. preaches

9:30 AM - Family Table, Holy Eucharist with sermon, Old Church, for children and families with live music and storytelling (casual attire), the Rev. F. Stuart Shelby is the Homilist

10:15-11:00 AM - Members of the Order of St. Luke the Physician (OSL) will be available for healing prayer, or prayer for any need, in the Chapel

11:15 AM - Holy Eucharist with sermon, The Church, traditional service with hymns and anthems, with full choir, the Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr. preaches

6:00 PM - Holy Eucharist with sermon, The Church, traditional service with hymns, cantors and organist (casual attire), the Rev. Ken Fields preaches

6:10 PM - 6ten service, Holy Eucharist with sermon, Old Church, traditional liturgy (Rite II) with artistic representation and music (casual attire), Eric Moen preaches

With an emphasis on beautiful liturgy, thought-provoking messages and excellence in music, worship at St. Martin's provides an opportunity to give thanks and praise to God. The traditional language of The Book of Common Prayer (Rite I) is the form used at most services in The Church. Our 6:10 PM service uses Rite II. All Christians who are baptized in the Name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit are welcome to receive Holy Eucharist at St. Martin's Episcopal Church.

Adult Christian Education on Sunday, November 21
Every parishioner is encouraged to become a part of a Sunday adult Christian Education 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.

Adult Confirmation Class (7-week course)
Basic Bible Study -- The Seven General Letters in the New Testament

Expanded descriptions, locations and weekly topics are listed below.

Activity Center, Upper Hall (west)
In this 7-week course, learn how the Episcopal Church is like other Christian churches and what makes our Anglican heritage unique. Discuss The Book of Common Prayer, the Sacraments, the Church's history and polity.

Room 207-209, Payne Education Center
The course is an eight-week, in-depth study of the seven General Letters following Hebrews in the New Testament. Written during the Apostolic period, between 45 AD and 90 AD, these letters offer an interesting insight into the early Christian community and the internal issues presented by false teachers, Gnosticism and the external influences facing believers which resulted in persecution.
This week: The Letter of Jude
These letters are often referred to as "Primers" or sermons of the first principles of Christianity and, in many cases, are as applicable to the Christian community today as then.

Vestry Conference Room
We continue our study of the book, History of the Episcopal Church, by Robert W. Pritchard.
This week: Chapter 3
Lively discussions regarding current events, while facing the challenges of everyday life, are the basis for our small group gathering. Weekly we navigate through a provocative and stimulating book which challenges our faith and how we come to understand and put into practice what we believe as Christians.

Activity Center, Aerobics Room
This week: Study on the Book of Romans, Chapters 10 & 11

This Bible Study will be traveling through the Book of Romans while surveying God's plan of salvation for all humankind.

You'll hear more about St. Martin's from our Lay Minister for Membership Services, and take a tour of The Church.

In the Eucharistic lectionary this fall, the focus is on the gospel of Luke, who stressed the call to discipleship. Luke approaches his writings through personal investigation and arrangement -- we are called to do no less on our journey with Christ. Luke reminds us that characteristics that exemplify discipleship are universality, prayer, joy and concern for the poor, all magnified by the power of the Holy Spirit.
This week's topic: Christ the King

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!

Room 217, Payne Education Center
We are single, couples, married and with or without children. We "do life together" in Christian community. Please join us for in-depth Bible Study, a great network of friends and fellowship throughout the year.

Room 210-212, Payne Education Center
We are a steady group that gathers each week for spiritual development, fellowship, and a unified faith in Christ.

This group of Episcopalians over 50 follows a course of study based on the Revised Common Lectionary. They share Good News and host off-campus events.

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

Booksigning with the Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr., in honor of the release of his new book, "Preparing Room"
Are you ready for the season of Advent?

Join the Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr. on Sunday, November 21:

"Advent is the season where we turn once again to the beginning of the Christian story as it centers on Jesus. The pieces of this story come together not from one set of hands, but many - and they are not of one texture, but many. In these pages, I hope to offer several gifts: scriptures key to telling the story, a brief meditation, an avenue for "preparing room" and a prayer. This compilation is designed to carry one through the season of Advent. My offering here is to simply let the story speak to you ... to accept it and go along for the ride - at least for this season." -- the Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr.

For more information, contact Brittney Jacobson at 713/985-3821.

"Preparing Room includes powerfully beautiful prayers and quotes, many of which were new to me. Dr. Levenson is not only insightful and wise, but also humorous. He presents a realistic approach to biblical stories that other people often "dress-up" or sugarcoat. I highly recommend this book that provides both a compelling challenge and comfort for our benefit, while bidding us to open our hearts and lives to God." -- Ann Wilkinson Claypool, LCSW

"Dr. Levenson's Provoking Thoughts could be your best friend during Lent, a wise friend who cares about you enough not to leave you going your own way without thinking about it. Levenson's Lent turns around the Good News, above all. He conveys a sound, deep, thoughtful invitation to relationship or deeper relationship with the One who loved us and gave Himself for us. I look forward to Dr. Levenson's upcoming sequel, leading us through Advent." -- The Very Reverend Dr. William Stafford, Dean, St. Luke's School of Theology, Sewanee, Tennessee

"Russ Levenson wants faith to connect to living. His Lent book was a tour de force -- connected and powerful. I am sure that anyone reading and using this Advent book will find their walk a little bit closer to Jesus -- the one we anticipate this season." -- The Very Reverend Dr. Ian Markham, Dean, Virginia Theological Seminary

[Updated 10-15-2010] [Keywords: Book Signing, Booksigning, author, book, just released]

Provide Christmas gifts for children at DePelchin Children's Center for this year's "Angel Tree" Project
St. Martin's is sponsoring this year's "Angel Tree" project, which provides Christmas gifts for children at DePelchin Children's Center.

Pick up a card in the Narthex of The Church after the 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, and 11:15 AM services on these Sundays. Cards are also available in the Outreach office by calling Cathy Brandenburg at 713-985-3811 or emailing outreach@stmartinsepiscopal.org

Each card contains the name of a child and his or her Christmas "wish list" of toys and clothes.

Deliver your gift bags to Bagby Parish Hall or place in the donation boxes in the Activity Center during the week after November 21st, November 28th through December 5th. These wonderful gifts will be picked up on December 6th so the children of DePellchin will have a Merry Christmas.
For more information, contact Cathy Brandenburg at 713/985-3811.

Purchase a children's book from our Bookstore & Gift Shoppe to benefit C.C.S.C.'s Jingle Bell Express
Christmas is coming for the children at C.C.S.C.! Purchase a book for a toddler at our Bookstore & Gift Shoppe on Sundays in November. Write a special note of blessing to the child from you and your family. The books will be gathered from the Bookstore & Gift Shoppe on Wednesday, December 1 and taken to C.C.S.C. as part of the Jingle Bell Express program.

The Bookstore & Gift Shoppe is selling the new Advent companion, Preparing Room, by the Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr.
The Bookstore & Gift Shoppe is selling the book, Preparing Room, by the Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr. This compilation is designed to carry one through the season of Advent.

Books may be purchased now in the Bookstore & Gift Shoppe for $10. Consider also purchasing Provoking Thoughts, the Lenten companion, and giving the set as a gift for Christmas.

For more information, contact the Bookstore & Gift Shoppe at 713/985-3840.

Do you enjoy connecting with the elderly?
Do you enjoy connecting with the elderly? Join The Gathering as a volunteer. If you would like to share your musical ability, storytelling talent, knowledge of art, or just the gift of caring, you are invited to join a team of volunteers that seeks to enrich the lives of these special seniors. You will depart with the feeling that you have been given a gift by seeing the smiles on the faces of people who still have a lot of love to give.

The next opportunity is on Monday, November 22, 10:00 AM-1:30 PM in Bagby Parish Hall.

If you would like to help, please contact Kathy Tellepsen.

Please donate blankets for the homeless
Please donate a used blanket for the homeless. Our St. Martin's Outreach volunteers will be taking these blankets downtown with us on December 23rd when we serve a hot meal and worship with the homeless. Donation boxes will be in the Activity Center between November 1 and November 29

For more information, contact Cyd Gillette at 713/830-4128.

The Gathering with Bill Nash and family, playing gospel songs
The next Gathering is Monday, November 22, 10:00 AM-1:30 PM, in Bagby Parish Hall. Our entertainment is Bill Nash and his family playing gospel songs.

This Senior Ministry is part of the Pastoral Care Ministries, which endeavors to use its time and gifts to serve Church members and others in our community who suffer with memory loss. The program provides a safe and loving environment filled with creative and stimulating activities for care partners, and allows their care givers respite from the day-to-day care and often difficult support required by care partners.

The Gathering's activities are centered around the timeless connection of music - singing favorite songs together; enjoying the camaraderie of games; reminiscing with friends who can relate to their experiences; making new friends while participating in fun craft projects and sharing the fellowship of a good meal. Contact Kathy Tellepsen for information.

Purchase a Thanksgiving card from The Giving Tree
The Giving Tree, a branch of St. Martin's Episcopal Church's Outreach Ministries, offers members of the Church and surrounding community the opportunity to honor a loved one on a special occasion through a heartfelt gift that empowers worthy organizations while touching hearts and changing lives. For more information, send an e-mail to outreach@stmartinsepiscopal.org.

The Giving Tree cards are sold in the Bookstore & Gift Shoppe.

The Giving Tree: Order your Christmas card by December 14 and acknowledgments will be mailed before Christmas
Order your Christmas card from The Giving Tree by Wednesday, December 14, and acknowledgments will be mailed before Christmas.

The 6:00 PM service will not be offered on Wednesday, November 24

Church offices, campus and switchboard to close at noon
Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule:

The Church offices, campus and switchboard will close on Wednesday, November 24 at 12:00 PM.
The 7:00 AM and 12:00 PM worship services will be held in the Chapel; the 6:00 PM worship service will not be held on Wednesday, November 24.
The Church offices and campus will be closed on Thursday-Friday, November 25-26.

Participate in our Family to Family "Feed My Sheep" program for Christmas family giving

One of our "Feed My Sheep" programs is called the Family to Family program:
The Family to Family program matches individual families from the St. Martin's community with families in need to take them meals and/or gifts for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and other special days. This program allows you as a family to adopt another family on a "one-time" basis. All families have been thoroughly screened. The coordinators are Randa Jackson and Susan Galanski.

Thanksgiving Day (Worship service) - the Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr., "Thanks-living"

Please join us for Holy Eucharist on Thanksgiving Day,
Thursday, November 25, at 10:00 AM in The Church.

The Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr. preaches. His sermon title is "Thanks-living."

This is a special day for families to be together.
Child care will be provided, 9:30-11:30 AM in Founders' Hall.

For more information, contact Kristin Early at 713/985-3848.

Special Christmas Offering
On behalf of the Vestry, we wish you a blessed and joyful Christmas and pray that your lives, your families and your homes will be filled with Christ's love, peace and joy! Please check back for more information.

First Sunday of Advent (Worship services) - the Rev. Kate F. Picot, "Wake Up Call"
Sunday, November 28 is the First Sunday of Advent.
The sermon title for the Rev. Kate F. Picot is "Wake Up Call."

8:00 AM - Holy Eucharist with sermon, The Church, spoken service, the Rev. Kate Picot preaches

9:00 AM - Morning Prayer with sermon, The Church, family service with hymns, canticles and anthem, with full choir (children's choirs sing), the Rev. Kate Picot preaches

9:30 AM - Family Table, Holy Eucharist with sermon, Old Church, for children and families with live music and storytelling (casual attire), the Rev. Ken Fields is the Homilist

11:15 AM - Holy Eucharist with sermon, The Church, traditional service with hymns and anthems, with full choir, the Rev. Kate Picot preaches

6:00 PM - Holy Eucharist with sermon, The Church, traditional service with hymns, cantors and organist (casual attire), the Rev. Kate Picot preaches

6:10 PM - 6ten service, Holy Eucharist with sermon, Old Church, traditional liturgy (Rite II) with artistic representation and music (casual attire), Barry Moore preaches

Bookstore & Gift Shoppe is closed on Sunday, November 28
The Bookstore & Gift Shoppe will be closed on Sunday, November 28.

During the summer months, the Bookstore & Gift Shoppe will be closed on Thursdays and Fridays. This summer schedule begins Tuesday, June 1, 2010 and continues through Friday, July 30, 2010.

For more information, contact the Bookstore & Gift Shoppe at 713/985-3840 or by sending an e-mail to giftshoppe@stmartinsepiscopal.org.

Cafe St. Martin's schedule on Sunday, November 28
On Sunday, November 28, breakfast will be served, but lunch service will not be offered.

Christian Education for Adults will not be offered on Sunday, November 28
Christian Education for Adults will not be offered on Sunday, November 28.

Youth (Grades 6-12):
10:15-10:30 AM, Christian Education, Activity Center Lobby

10:30-11:00 AM, Christian Education
We study the Bible and the Christian life through discussion, film, art and more.

Grades 6-8 - Activity Center, Game Room
Grades 10-12 - Peer Mentors Christian Education, Activity Center, Family Room
Grades 9-12 - Activity Center, Family Room

Episcopal Youth Community (EYC) is a time of fun, fellowship and teaching as we explore our faith through games, art, music and more.
Grades 6-8 - 4:30-6:00 PM, the Island

For more information, contact Julie Antill (grades 6-8) at 713/985-3841 or Anthony Orona (grades 9-12) at 713/830-4110.

St. Clare's Guild - Sundays
St. Clare's Guild - Sundays will meet on Sunday, November 28, 1:00-4:00 PM in the Activity Center Upper Hall (east). The group is open to all ages who wish to start stitching and keep stitching. Projects are available for stitching (with instruction, if needed). Snacks and refreshments are served.

For more information, please contact Audrene Shahrdar, Marcie Bristol or Causey Coffield.

This group uses other fun crafts throughout the year to help support our Church's outreach programs such as decorating Christmas stockings for Child Advocates and assembling stitch kits for Yellowstone Academy.

Information about this group:
The mission of St. Clare's Guild is to "bring together stitchers of all ages and skill levels to beautify our Church, support our outreach programs and nurture the needlework in our members to the Glory of God." We have new "take-home" projects that can be stitched for the Church. On 13 mesh we have St. Martin's crosses with Swarovski crystal beads, tree skirt chrismons and large crosses, and baptism bookmarks. On 18 mesh (smaller holes) we have Christmas candy canes, a Christmas candy train, a mini-nativity, Santas, and holiday ornaments to be stitched. Larger projects are the wedding kneeler that we hope to finish stitching by early 2011.

New! We have commissioned a very experienced and talented ecclesiastic needlepoint artist to design the chancel area cushions and kneelers for The Church. We are all very excited about this project and expect to have design approval and some canvases to stitch in the fall/winter. Our first guest instructor workshop will be held in October, when we will be learning the art of "needleweaving," or the creation of 3-D effects on our canvases for baskets, hats, scarves, etc.

Please join us at any of our stitch meetings in the Activity Center Upper Hall (east):
St. Clare's Guild - Wednesdays: a weekly stitch time from 12:00-3:00 PM.
St. Clare's Guild - Sundays meets one Sunday a month, from 1:00-4:00 PM.

Deadline to RSVP for the DOK Christmas Luncheon
The annual Daughters of the King (DOK) Christmas Luncheon for Daughters and their guests will be on Saturday, December 4, 2010, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Bagby Parish Hall. The special guest speaker will be Kathy Culmer, Christian Storyteller and author.

Cost for the luncheon will be $10 for DOK members and $15 for guests. Those attending will pay at the door, and all Parish women are cordially invited to attend.

For reservations, please send an email or telephone voice mail to Jeannie Barnes or Carol Young.

Please give your name and the total number attending if you are bringing guests. Deadline for reservations is Monday, November 29.

For those who can stay after the luncheon, we will prepare Christmas gift bags of toiletries and Bible promise books for ladies living at the Women's Home and Lord of the Streets as our Christmas service project.

Watch for more details soon! For information contact Carol Young at DOK@STMartinsEpiscopal.org.

St. Martin's Daughters of the King has a long history of service in all aspects of St. Martin's Parish life and the Houston community at large. As a group and individually, we provide hundreds of hours of service every month.

The Daughters of the King is an order for women who are communicants of the Episcopal Church, churches in communion with it, or churches in the historic Episcopate. Members undertake a Rule of Life, incorporating prayer and service in our daily lives.

Come to a meeting and find out what DOK is all about! For more information, contact Carol Young at DOK@StMartinsEpiscopal.org.

Healing Prayer Service
New! On the first Wednesday of each month, the St. Martin's chapter of the Order of St. Luke the Physician (OSL) holds a healing prayer service for anyone in need of prayer for themselves, friends or family, from 5:00-6:00 PM in Room 207-209, Payne Education Center. All interested parishioners are invited to come and take part in this service, as well as bring anyone else who would like to receive prayer, anointing and the laying on of hands.

Other opportunities for healing prayer include:
Each Wednesday at 12:00 PM, Holy Eucharist is offered in the Chapel, followed by the Sacrament of Healing (Holy Unction).
Members of the Order of St. Luke the Physician (OSL) will be available for healing prayer, or prayer for any need, each Sunday from 10:15 AM-11:00 AM in the Chapel.

Men's Life: Authentic Manhood - Winning at Home and at Work, this week: What Every Dad Needs to Know

Men's Life: Authentic Manhood - Winning at Home and at Work meets Wednesdays in the Activity Center Upper Hall.

December 1: What Every Dad Needs to Know
December 8: Dad's Game Plan for Raising Sons and Daughters
December 15: Maximum Parenting
December 22 through January 5: Christmas break (no meetings)

The course material addresses how a man can successfully relate to the woman in his life and how a man rightly engages his work. It provides a man with new insights and understanding about himself, his wife/girlfriend, his children and his work. He will receive a lifetime game plan for raising healthy sons and daughters. He will make new friendships and deepen old ones in a small group setting. We will have the opportunity to craft ten key moves for becoming more competent and satisfied with life at work and at home that we can apply long after our course is complete.

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

A smaller version of the Christmas Woodshop ... a wonderful gift for family and friends!

Boys and girls will make a wooden Christmas ornament using basic woodworking tools and wrap as a gift.

Friday, December 3 - 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. THIS CLASS IS FULL!
Saturday, December 4 - 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon

For more information call the Activity Center at 713-621-8625

Special Tour of the Nave-Level Windows
On Friday, December 3, at 11:00 AM, Margaret Griffin will offer a tour of the Nave-level stained glass windows. For information, or to schedule a group tour, please call 713/830-4117.

Baptism Instruction Class
The next Baptism Instruction class will be held on Saturday, December 4, 10:00-11:00 AM in the Parlor. For more information, contact Cyndy Ensign at 713/985-3808.

Saturday, February 5, 2011, 10:00-11:00 AM, the Parlor
Saturday, April 23, 4:00-5:00 PM, The Church

DOK Christmas Luncheon with special guest Kathy Culmer, author and Christian storyteller

Holy Strollers in December
Holy Strollers is a ministry of St. Martin's, providing a network of care for mothers of newborns to 5-year-olds, as well as expectant mothers. Moms within the parish family and from the greater Houston metro area are discovering this life-giving community. Through Christian spiritual guidance and education, activities such as play-dates, moms-night-outs, family picnics and lectures, Holy Strollers offers support in a casual environment...all the while having a heck of a good ol' time!

Special Event: Holy Strollers' Couples Christmas Party
Date: Saturday, December 4, 7:00 PM
Location: Canyon Cafe, 5000 Westheimer
Bring your husband or date as we celebrate this festive time of year together! (Formal invitation to come)

Location: Wonderwild, 707 N. Shepherd Dr., Suite 500
With an indoor playground that has huge inflatables and kid-powered trains, your kids are sure to go wild! They also have a special place for infants to roam free and discover things too. Please note that all children must wear socks.

Location: Bride's Room
J. Pittman McGehee is an Episcopal priest and Jungian analyst in private practice in Houston. He is widely known as a lecturer and educator in the field of psychology and religion, as well as a published poet and essayist. He also happens to be a devoted husband, father and grandfather. Pittman's lecture and discussion will speak upon "The Archetype of THE GREAT MOTHER." C.G. Jung developed the concept of "archetypes," and Pittman will address how no human mother can ever attain the archetype, and must be satisfied to be a 'good enough' mother. (Childcare provided)

For more information, contact Natalie Castellanos at holystrollers@stmartinsepiscopal.org.

Calling all moms and moms-to-be...
Holy Strollers is looking for moms who are interested in joining the group's organizing team. If you want to hang out with other like-minded moms and help promote the wonderful mission of support and love to others in the same boat, then this is the volunteer opportunity for you! From note writing, taking photos, delivering meals to new moms or planning events, there are plenty of small and large responsibilities available. If you'd like to join us, please contact our leader Natalie Castellanos at holystrollers@stmartinsepiscopal.org.

Keep us in the loop with your baby news!
Holy Strollers wants to support our new families, so if you have recently had a baby or are expecting one, please contact Pastoral Care Administrative Assistant Cyndy Ensign at 713/985-3808. She'll keep us in the loop so that we can congratulate you on your growing family!

Don't forget about the St. Martin's Holy Strollers' Facebook page! It's a simple spot to share resources, ask questions to the group, check out pictures from our events and view our upcoming calendar. Simply log on to Facebook and ask for an invitation from the group!

Sixth Annual High School Progressive Dinner
The Sixth Annual High School Progressive Dinner will be held on Saturday, December 4. We'll leave from the Island at 6:00 PM, returning by 9:00 PM. Join us for good food, a big fun bus, and more. Grades 9-12 are invited to join us as we visit the homes of parishioners to partake of good fun and good company. This annual event is always a hit! "Sunday best" is the dress code, and $25 covers the evening's costs.

For information, contact Anthony Orona at 713/830-4110.