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ALL ADULTS

St. Martin’s 20s & 30s Bible Study and Dinner Wednesday, October 25, 7 – 9 p.m., Off site Join other 20s and 30s singles and couples for fellowship. Contact: The Rev. R-J Heijmen, 713-985-3839, rheijmen@stmartinsepiscopal.org

St. Martin’s Parish Choir Rehearsal Thursday, October 26, 7 – 9 p.m., Choir Hall Sing a variety of music in service to the Lord and our congregation. Contact: The Rev. Chad Martin, 713-985-3842, cmartin@stmartinsepiscopal.org

MEN

Men of St. Martin’s Thursday, October 26, 7 – 8 a.m., Bagby Parish Hall Join men of all ages for Bible refl ection and discussion, fellowship and support. Contact: The Rev. Chad Martin, 713-985-3842, cmartin@stmartinsepiscopal.org

WOMEN

The Moms’ Group Wednesday, October 25, 9:15 – 10:30 a.m., Payne Education Center, Room 207/209 Join mothers of young children for fellowship, teaching, prayer and support. Contact: The Rev. Alex Large, 713-985-3849, alarge@stmartinsepiscopal.org

Christian Life Study Thursday, October 26, 9:30 – 11:20 a.m., Bagby Parish Hall 6:30 – 8 p.m., Payne Education Center Join women of all ages for an indepth study of the Book of Romans. Contact: The Rev. Mary Wilson, 713-985-3836, mwilson@stmartinsepiscopal.org

OUTREACH

Lord of the Streets Tuesday – Thursday, October 24 – 26, 9 a.m. – noon, 3401 Fannin Assist Houston’s homeless with clothing, food, vision and other needs. Contact: The Rev. Jonathan Adams, 713-830-4131, jadams@stmartinsepiscopal.org

Learn about more volunteer opportunities on the Outreach ad at the end of the announcements.

connecti npoıntsbe informed, involved & inspired

Visit stmartinsepiscopal.org for more information about all activities at St. Martin’s.

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MEMBERSHIP

This informative two-part class is a requirement for anyone desiring to join St. Martin’s. Child care is available for infants – pre-K by reservation.

If you are currently a member of the Church and would like to learn more about the Episcopal Church and St. Martin’s, we would love to have you join us as well.

Monday, October 236 – 9 p.m.

Bagby Parish Halland

Sunday, October 299:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Activity Center, Game Room

Reservations are required for members and those seeking membership. For more information about the two-part class, please contact Kathy Johnson, Lay Minister of Membership Ministries, at 713-985-3834 or kjohnson@stmartinsepiscopal.org.

For more information, contact Kathy Tellepsenat 713-301-4786 or kattellepsen@me.com.

This program meets on the fourth Monday of each month 10 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. in Bagby Parish Hall.

For church members and others in our community who suffer with memory loss

The Gathering

OCTOBER 23Autumn LeavesBill Parish

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ON THE CAMPUS OF ST. MARTIN’S

4 P.M. CHECK-IN AND HORS D’OEUVRES

4:30 P.M. NATE BARGATZE

FOLLOWED BY BARBEQUE, BEVERAGES, BAND, MAGICIAN

AND ACTIVITIES FOR ALL AGES

PLEASE RSVP BY WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 25AT BIT.LY/OCTOBER29EVENT.

Registration may close before October 25 if event is full

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.CHILD CARE IS AVAILABLE WITH RESERVATION.

ENTERTAINMENT BY COMEDIAN NATE BARGATZEFEATURED ON JIMMY FALLON, CONAN O’BRIEN AND COMEDY CENTRAL

Featuring Fun for the Whole Family

YOU ARE INVITED to a Gathering and Celebration for St. Martin’s Young Leaders

SUN | OCT | 29

Bargatze, and Beverages

BARBECUE

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Th u rsd ay , Oc t ober 26 | 7 p .m . | The ChurchLiverpool Anglican Cathedral Choir, under the direction of Stephen Manning, has a worldwide reputation of singing excellence. Since its founding in 1880, Choir mem-

bership has included more than 2,000 boys and a growing number of girls.

This is a ticketed event. Tickets are available now for $10 at stmartinsepiscopal.org, keyword “Liverpool,”

in St. Martin’s Bookstore & Gift Shoppe and at the door if available.

For more infomration, contact Jamal Madden at 713-830-4135 or jmadden@stmartinsepiscopal.org.

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LEAVESautumn

AN AUTUMN COMPANION

Russell J. Levenson, Jr.

A Collection of Scriptures, Meditations and Prayers

“Here is the purpose of this book – to give you a place of shelter in your daily life.” The Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr.

“ Whenever Russ speaks or writes, I listen or read. He has the heart of a pastor and the skill of a poet. So grateful for him and this book.”

– Max Lucado, Senior Minister of Oak Hills Church, San Antonio and Bestselling Author

“ Russ Levenson’s Autumn Leaves is a continuous gentle invitation to come to the table and to taste and see that God is good. Written with warmth and wisdom, these pages are good company on the journey of faith.”

– Amy Grant, Grammy Award Winning Recording Artist and Songwriter

“ Russ Levenson has a real gift for taking scripture from the Old and New Testaments and making it very personal and relevant to our life today. The relaxed tone of Autumn Leaves will inspire and comfort readers even as it challenges them to grow in their spiritual journey.”

– Susan G. Baker, author of Passing It On and founding member of the National Alliance to End Homelessness

“ Russ brings together biography and story with deep theological truths and insights to create a powerful, uplifting set of meditations that can transform the day and the week. I am grateful that this book has been written; and I am even more grateful to the God that can use this book to bring grace to the broken and hope to the afraid.”

– The Very Rev. Ian S. Markham, Ph.D., Dean and President of Virginia Theological Seminary and Professor of Theology and Ethics

N E W R E L E A S E

WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING

A C o l l e c t i o n o f S c r i p t u r e s , M e d i t a t i o n s a n d P r a y e r s f o r t h e F a l l S e a s o n

OTHER BOOKS IN THIS SERIESA LENTEN COMPANION

A Collection of Scriptures, Meditations and Prayers

THOUGHTSprovoking

Russell J. Levenson, Jr.

A Lenten Companion

TIMESsummer

A SUMMER COMPANION

Russell J. Levenson, Jr.

A Collection of Scriptures, Meditations and Prayers

About Summer Times

“ My friend Russ Levenson invites us to pause and ponder the gladness of God. His words are like his heart: winsome and gracious. Let him lead you into a quiet place where you will receive a gentle touch from your heavenly Father.”

– Max Lucado, Senior Pastor of Oak Hills Church, San Antonio

“ Dr. Russ Levenson’s fine reputation as teacher and preacher rests on his deep spirituality. In SUMMER TIMES we are given an anthology of down to earth meditations that are accessible, interesting and very relevant. I commend SUMMER TIMES hugely!”

– The Most Reverend and Right Honorable Dr. George L. Carey, 103rd Archbishop of Canterbury

“ The traditional Anglican term for the days and weeks of summer is ‘Ordinary Time,’ but this small but potent book is anything but. It is an extraordinary gift to all of us from Russ Levenson, priest and pastor.”

– Jon Meacham, Former Editor and Chief of Newsweek and Executive Editor and Executive Vice President of Random House

“ In this wonderful, refreshing, and powerful book, an experienced Rector holds your hand and takes you through the eternal truths that can shape and enhance a life. With humor and anecdote, he helps you understand the gift of faith. As you plan your summer, this is a must read addition. With this book, Russ Levenson is becoming the finest writer of devotional texts in the Episcopal Church today.”

– The Very Reverend Ian Markham, Dean and President of Virginia Theological Seminary

ABOUT LAURA AND RUSSELL J. LEVENSON, JR.

Russ and Laura live in Houston, Texas. Russ is the

Rector of St. Martin’s Church. He is the author of two

other books, Provoking Thoughts and Preparing Room,

devotional companions for Lent and Advent.

summ

er TIMES

Levenson

A Summer Companion

ROOMpreparing

AN ADVENT COMPANION

A Collection of Scriptures, Meditations and Prayers

Russell J. Levenson, Jr.

An Advent Companion

AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASESt. Martin’s Bookstore & Gift Shoppe, Insightpress.net and Amazon.com

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ST. MARTIN’S DAY CELEBRATION

Sunday, November 12As is our tradition in years past, we will refl ect this day on our patron saint – Martin of Tours. Having begun his adult years as a soldier, his life was changed by a providential encounter by the road – after which his story as a servant of God within God’s church and to God’s children began.

PARISH FAMILY PICTURE10:15 a.m. sharp

In front of The Church

United States Air Force Colonel The Rev. Dr. Robert G. Certain (retired)Special Guest Preacher8 a.m., 9 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.The Church

Sunday, November 510:15 – 11 a.m., Hope and Healing Center auditorium

Parents of 8th grade students are invited to this informational meeting explaining Confi rmation for their children. We will discuss the 10-month process and parents’ crucial role in it. Registration will begin on the day of the parent meeting, and classes for students will begin Sunday, January 7. For more information about Confi rmation or scholarships, contact Florence Ritchie at713-985-3843 or fritchie@stmartinsepiscopal.org.

P a r e n t • M e e t i n g

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Veterans Day ObservanceSunday, November 12

4 p.m.(special time replacing 6 p.m. service)

The ChurchSt. Martin’s salutes the many military men and women of our Parish who have served our country. Please join us for this special service honoring our veterans that is set within the context of Evening Prayers and patriotic music.

GARY SINISEActor and Humanitarian

RICK LYNCH United States Army Lieutenant

General (retired)

THE REV. DR. ROBERT G. CERTAIN United States Air Force Colonel (retired)

FRED BALDWIN United States Navy Commander (retired)

SUSAN GARRETT BAKER

ROBERT E. STUMPF United States Navy Captain (retired)

THE REV. ANTHONY P. “TONY” CLARKRector, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, Beaumont

Command Chaplain, Florida Army and Air National Guard (active)

TIMOTHY PERTUIS United States Air Force Colonel (active)

S P E C I A L G U E S T S

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donat ions encouraged to support the harvey rel ief

fund at st . mart in ’s ep iscopal church

a c o n c e r t t o s u p p o r t & r a i s e f u n d s f o r f i r s t r e s p o n d e r s , m i l i t a r y p e r s o n n e l , a n d t h o s e i n n e e d i m pa c t e d by h u r r i c a n e h a r v e y

with special guest

ADMISSION WRISTBANDS AVAILABLE AT THE RECEPTION OFFICE FOR CHURCH MEMBERS

FIRST COME FIRST SERVED | SEATING IS LIMITED

TO MAKE DONATIONS TO THE HARVEY RELIEF FUND FROM YOUR CELL PHONE TEXT “SMECHARVEY” TO 73256.

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For more information or to sign up, send an email tooutreach@stmartinsepiscopal.org.

OUTREACH

Make Sandwiches forKids’ MealsTuesday, October 245 – 6 p.m.Activity Center, Aerobics RoomJoin the Men of St. Martin’s to make sandwiches for Houston’s hungry children.

Christian Community Service Center (CCSC) Work DaySaturday, October 289 a.m. – noon3434 Branard StreetHelp sort food and clothing donations, and staff the Food Pantry and clothing shop. No experience is needed. Wear your Outreach t-shirt.

Amazing Place Needs VolunteersAmazing Place’s Dementia Day Program, Caregiver Support and Community Education Agency are seeking voluntters to help at the front desk, in the kitchen and as Bible study leaders. Amazing Place is located at 3735 Drexel Drive. Please contact Outreach Ministries at 713-985-3811 outreach@stmartinsepiscopal.org or for more information.

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Registration is required. For reservations and more information, please call 713-871-1004 or visit our website at hopeandhealingcenter.org.

Activities are held in the Hope and Healing Center & Institute building that is located on the eastern side of the St. Martin’s Episcopal Church campus. We look forward to seeing you!

Envisioning a Better Future for Those Living with Mental Illness and Their FamiliesTuesday, October 246:30 – 8 p.m.We will discuss the Christian church’s historical role in the care of those with mental illness and give an update on the Hope and Healing Center & Institute’s progress in increasing access to care in the greater Houston area.

Lunch and Learn: Con� dent Co-parentingWednesday, October 25Noon – 1 p.m.Join us for an informative and interactive discussion on how to counter the con� ict connection with practical strategies for managing divorce drama and shielding kids from con� ict. We will also offer sanity saving tips to help you separate yourself from the drama, stay on track and create a life you love.

An Overview of Depression: Clinical vs. Situational and Treatment OptionsTuesday, October 31Noon – 1:30 p.m.Depression is an illness that has wide-reaching implications for cost, lost productivity and impact on overall physical health. This talk will cover the prevalence, comorbidities, diagnosis and treatment of depression, as well as the societal impact, cost and barriers to treatment.