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WORSHIP

Ash Wednesday Services Wednesday, February 14, 7 a.m., noon and 6 p.m., The Church The fi rst day of Lent is a special day of Holy Obligation. Contact: The Rev. Chad Martin, 713-985-3842, cmartin@stmartinsepiscopal.org

ALL ADULTS

St. Martin’s Bell Choir Practice Thursday, February 15, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m., Founders’ Hall Join the age-old tradition of handbell ringing to enhance church services. Contact: The Rev. Chad Martin, 713-985-3842, cmartin@stmartinsepiscopal.org

St. Martin’s Parish Choir Rehearsal Thursday, February 15, 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

WOMEN

The Moms’ Group Wednesday, February 14, 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, February 15, 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 and Thursday, February 13 and 15, 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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Sunday, February 11

12:15 p.m. Immediately following � e A� ar service

The Island

Enjoy some delicious chili during this popular event that features parishioners’ favorite homemade recipes for the official state dish of Texas.

For information about signing up to enter the chili cook-off, or to bring a dessert, contact Beth Ollenburger at 713-830-4146

or bollenburger@stmartinsepiscopal.org.

Sundays, February 11 and March 410:15 a.m. | Old Church

For parishioners attending the Family Table and Altar worship services

Sundays, February 18, and March 4 and 18*After the 11:15 service | Bagby Parish Hall

For parishioners attending worship services

*Please call 713-985-3844, option #2 if you will be staying for lunch. Café St. Martin’s menu prices will apply.

Child care will be available for those attending the meeting. No reservation is necessary.

Attend one of these sessions and see our new Master Plan.

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It’s time for us to create an intentional plan of Christian Formation for our students from birth to graduation. We don’t want to take this important step without you! Lend your voice to

help build clarity and consensus on the future of Children’s and Student Ministries.

Sunday, February 112:30 – 5:30 p.m. | The Island, Main Hall

To RSVP for this event, please go to bit.ly/CFConference2018

Christian For mation Conference

For more information, contact Florence Ritchie at 713-985-3843 or fritchie@stmartinsepiscopal.org.

C H I L D R E N ’ S A N D S T U D E N T M I N I S T R I E S

For more information, contact the Rev. R-J Heijmen at 713-985-3839or rheijmen@stmartinsepiscopal.org.

Sunday, February 114 – 6 p.m.

Hosted by Tricia and Rodger RainsBefore we head into the penitential season of Lent, join us

for our annual Mardi Gras bash! Friends and festive attire are most welcome.

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WORSHIP SERVICESHoly Eucharist and Imposition of Ashes

7 a.m., noon and 6 p.m. | � e Church� e � rst day of Lent is a special day of Holy Obligation. Child care is available for all services.

24-HOUR PRAYER VIGIL

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Beginning at midnight� e Chapel will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. for prayer time.

Sign up for a prayer time on one of the posters located at the Chapel, Old Church, in the Narthex of � e Church or Refectory.

5 – 6:30 p.m., Dinner, Bagby Parish Hall7 p.m., Fireworks Display, Plaza in front of The Church

tuesday, february 13

Contact Bruce Morgan at 713-985-3810 or bmorgan@stmartinsepiscopal.org for more information.

ticketsadults: $8 | children: $5 | family ticket*: $25

*This is for families of four or more – immediate family members only.The purchase of advance tickets is recommended. Tickets are on sale now in St. Martin’s Bookstore & Gift Shoppe during normal business hours. A limited number of tickets will

be available for purchase at the door.

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Lent 2018LENTEN WEEKDAY HOLY EUCHARISTWeekdays, February 15 – March 297 a.m.The Chapel

THURSDAY AFTERNOON ADULT LENTEN SERIESGoing Deeper Thursdays, February 15 and 22, and March 1, 8, 15 and 224 – 5 p.m.Old Church6 p.m., Holy EucharistThe Church

STATIONS OF THE CROSSWednesdays, February 21 – March 21 and Tuesday – Thursday, March 27 – 293:30 – 5 p.m.The Church

WEDNESDAY EVENING CHILD CARE AND CHILDREN’S LENTEN PROGRAMWednesdays, February 21 – March 215 – 7:45 p.m.Child care for infants – pre-K6:30 – 7:45 p.m.Children’s Lenten Program for children in K – 5th gradeFounders’ Hall

WEDNESDAY EVENING ADULT LENTEN SERIESThe Chronicles of C.S. Lewis – Refl ections on the Life of the Sinner and SaintWednesdays, February 21, 28, March 14 and 215 – 6:15 p.m., DinnerBagby Parish Hall (Café St. Martin’s dinner prices are charged for the meal.)5:30 – 6 p.m., Holy Eucharist (no homily)The Church6:30 – 7:30 p.m., ProgramBagby Parish Hall

ST. MARTIN’S NIGHT ATA. D. PLAYERS THEATER“C. S. Lewis on Stage: The MostReluctant Convert”Wednesday, March 77 p.m.5420 Westheimer RoadTickets are available for $48 in St. Martin’s Bookstore & Gift Shoppe

Café St. Martin’s dinner will not be o� ered.

STRIPPING OF THE PALMSTuesday, March 201 – 4 p.m.The Island

PALM CROSS MAKINGWednesday, March 218:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.The Island

SUNDAY OF THE PASSIONPalm Sunday, March 258 a.m., Holy Eucharist The Church9 a.m. and 11:15 a.m., Dramatic re-enactmentThe Church 9:15 a.m., Dramatic reading at Family TableOld Church 11:15 a.m., Dramatic reading at the AltarOld Church 6 p.m., Holy EucharistThe Church

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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, February 196 – 9 p.m.

Bagby Parish Halland

Sunday, March 49:30 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.

Pick up your copy of the Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr.’s collection of scriptures, meditations and prayers that use the wisdom of others and narrative stories to help readers make that connection between their need and the provision of God in Christ.

Available for sale in St. Martin’s Bookstore & Gift Shoppe

Are You Ready for Lent?Your Lenten companion for times of refl ection and renewal beginning with Ash Wednesday and carrying through to Easter

A LENTEN COMPANION

A Collection of Scriptures, Meditations and Prayers

THOUGHTSprovoking

Russell J. Levenson, Jr.

“ Dr. Levenson’s book speaks so powerfully to the heart of contemporary people. He reminds us why being a Christian is the most wonderful thing in the whole world.”

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

Excerpts from Provoking Thoughts will be in the

Worship Bulletin each Sunday during Lent.

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A D A Y O F S E R V I C ES U N D AY, F E B R U A R Y 2 5 | 1 0 – 1 1 A . M .

This is the eighth annual “work” day for St. Martin’s parishioners. Our faith in Christ is expressed by helping others in our community. Activities are planned on campus to serve the many agencies we support.

If you don’t already have an Outreach t-shirt, pick up one at the information booth in the Activity Center during Outreach Sunday.

For more information, contact Outreach Ministries at 713-985-3811 or outreach@stmartinsepiscopal.org.

Easter FlowersRemember a loved one with lilies decorating The Church and Old Church at Easter. All requests received by 5 p.m. on Monday, February 26 will be included in the Easter Flowers listing available at all Easter services. Any names submitted after the deadline will be printed in a future issue of The Star. Make your � ower dedication online at

bit.ly/2018EasterFlowers.

For more information, contact Beth Ollenburger at 713-830-4146 or

bollenburger@stmartinsepiscopal.org, orSusan Peterson at 713-572-1445 or

apetersoniii@comcast.net.

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

OUTREACH

Prayer Partners for World MissionPlease consider becoming a prayer partner with one of our mission trip attendees. It is an active way to be involved without going by partnering with a parishioner who will attend. It’s a blessing for both parties!

Visit our website at stmartinsepiscopal.org/world-mission-partners-and-trips/ for more information about our mission trips and how to become a prayer partner.

Church Under the Bridge – Worship with the HomelessTuesday, February 136:30 p.m., Carpool departure7:30 p.m., Worship service2800 St. Charles StreetWe will serve a meal, serve as prayer partners and provide praise music for the service. Volunteers age 18 and older will meet inSt. Martin’s parking lot across from The Church to carpool to the service.

Christian Community Service Center (CCSC) Work DaySaturday, February 249 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.

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

Mental Illness Q&AThursday, February 15Noon – 1 p.m.Dr. Stanford will offer caregivers and family members of individuals living with serious mental illness the opportunity to ask honest questions in a supportive environment, equip you to better interact with and care for mentally ill loved ones, and learn how to navigate the mental health care system.

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!

Aging Well: Latest Research on Alzheimer's DiseaseTuesday, February 2711:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.This accessible and motivating presentation will discuss the latest research in Alzheimer's disease, including updates from the most recent Alzheimer's Association International Conference. We will also share information about local clinical trials recruiting Houstonians.

Lunch and Learn: Essential Keys for Working Together as Parent and StepparentWednesday, February 28Noon – 1 p.m.Learn the secrets of good partnership in stepfamily life, how stepfamily dynamics play out, how parents and stepparents support each other, keys to building the stepparent/stepchild bond, how to handle discipline successfully between parents and ways to make your home a haven through all the changes and challenges.