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News & Happenings at Holy Spirit
February 7, 2018  
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Holy Spirit Staff


  
Director of Family Ministries:
Communications Coordinator

Office: (713) 468-7796
Holy Spirit Vestry
Senior Warden
Dave Schraeder

Junior Warden
Kim Myer

Ian Bremner 
John Givens 
Bob M. King
S helly Lester 
Christy Lock 
Nancy Moody 
Scott Owen
Melissa Peter
Cynthia Sartwelle
Steve B. Sigloch Jr
Clair Silliman
James Weiss
Charlie Yardley
Dedication Celebration Sunday Night!

In last week's Spirit Shot, I wrote about the way an Eagle Scout has achieved their rank by taking the process one step at a time.  Each little event, task, activity, project, outing, etc. leads these young people to arrive at a moment of accomplishment and celebration.  This Sunday evening we will have our own moment as a church of accomplishment and celebration.  We have taken it step by step and each conversation, plan, obstacle, insight, choice, etc. has led us to this moment in which we will come back home to our church space. 

I often wonder what it must have been like to be Hubert Palmer, Holy Spirit's first Rector, looking at the open field where he and a small group of people would plan and build a church building.  I am in awe of the faithfulness it took to create the place we now get to share as our home base for ministry and Gospel living.  All of you have also accepted God's call to step out in faith and start the process of updating and growing our shared space for the sake of our shared ministry.  I feel especially blessed to have gotten to work with a small group of people to raise funds and plan and implement the building project.  Each and every person who has stepped forward to help with this has had a clear sense of calling and I believe God has walked joyfully with us the entire way. 

I pray you will join me in welcoming our Bishop this Sunday evening as we go home to our nave and celebrate all that God is doing here.  We will have special music and a lovely reception.  We will hear the Bishop proclaim the Good News and feast together on God's grace around His table.  There is still much on the horizon and the years ahead promise to be fruitful, but in this moment I cannot wait to worship with you Sunday night!


See you in church,
Joshua Condon signature
 


Sunday, February 11th @ 5:30 pm
Dedication of the Nave

Dedication of the Nave
Special Guest, Bishop Andy Doyle
 
Sunday, February 11th
5:30 pm
 
Please join us  at 5:30 pm starting in the parish hall as we transition back into our newly  renovated worship space.    
 
This s ervice will  take the place of our usual 5:00 pm service .
Sunday morning worship at 8:00 am and 10:30 am will be held in Palmer Parish Hall.
 
A light reception will follow in Palmer Parish Hall.
Childcare with a meal will be available.

If you'd like to assist with the reception, please contact Leona Baker at (821) 785-2377 or (281) 493-4129
Tuesday, February 13 @ 6:00 pm
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Holy Spirit Community, please join us at our
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper!

February 13, 2018
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
at
Buffalo Grille
3101 S. Voss Rd, Houston, TX 77057
Wednesday, February 14
Ash Wednesday Services
Noon & 7:00 pm
Ash Wednesday Cross

Please join us in the newly renovated Nave for Ash Wednesday services at Noon or 7:00 pm.

During carpool drop off at 7:30 am - 8:00 am, Rev. Josh Condon & Chaplain Suzy Spencer will be available at our east & west parking lanes for those who wish to receive ashes.
February 9th @ 7:00 pm
Parents of Little Ones Dinner
Parents of Little Ones

Friday, February 9th at 7:00pm

Hosted by 
Allison & Rudy Nieto

If you have children ages 6 or under and would love some fellowship with other parents, join us for a night of food, drink, and joy.  Please contact the church for more details.


Please advise of dietary restrictions in RSVP.
Babies welcome. If you need help covering the cost of a babysitter, feel free to contact Josh. He's happy to help (jcondon@hsechurch.org).
Stewardship 2018
Holy Spirit is working on our budget in hopes of growing our ministries, outreach, and programs for 2018. We ask that you prayerfully consider completing your pledge card and support our church. If you'd like additional information please visit our website at  http://holyspirithouston.org/stewardship-2018/
 
If you have any questions about your pledge, please contact Aimee Donnel in the church office ( finance@hsechurch.org  or 713-468-7796). 
 

Children's Ministry
Sunday School
You are Invited!

Every Sunday,
9:15 am - 10:15 am
Children's Chapel

Come learn more about God through Weaving God's Promises and do amazing, fun activities!

Questions? Contact Suzy Spencer at sspencer@hsechurch.org or (713) 517-8797
Holy Spirit Youth
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Shrove Tuesday
Pancake Supper

  
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  
Buffalo Grille
3101 S. Voss, 77057
 
Join us for this Holy Spirit Community & Family event!

Middle School
Youth Lunch

 Sunday, February 11 
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
at
MOD Pizza

High School
Youth Lunch

Sunday February 18
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
at
Newks


Every Sunday,
9:15 am - 10:15 am
Room 308 (Suzy's Office)
 
We would love for you to join us! Play games, catch up on what's happening in youth group, and have a small Bible study and discussion.
  Questions? To RSVP to any of the above events contact Suzy Spencer at sspencer@hsechurch.org or (713) 517-8797
Wednesdays @ 8:10 am
Mom's Bible Study
Lent 2018 Moms Bible Study Cross

Painting Our Way 
Through Lent

Mom's Bible Study
Wednesdays @ 8:10am
Suzy's Room (Rm. 308)
 
February 14th - March 28th 
 
Join us during Lent for a unique Mom's Bible Study.  We will be painting or coloring our way through the Lent.  This is a great way to take a break during the week and focus on scripture.  You do not have to be an artist or painter of any sort to participate.  Lent Devotionals will be available to use or you may bring your own Bible.

Questions? contact Suzy:  sspencer@hsechurch.org
(713) 517-8797
Saturday, February 17 @ 3 - 7pm
Seniors, Retirees, and Empty Nesters
La Grange Uncorked Wine & Food Festival
The Emmanuel Trekkers and Holy Spirit SREN Invite you to SREN La Grange Wine Festival
The La Grange Uncorked Wine and Food Festival
 
Saturday, February 17, 2018
3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
1:30 pm - Bus departs Holy Spirit Episcopal Church

$25 per person,
includes 17 wine tastings and food sampling

Reserve your spot & special pricing by February 2!
 
The 6th Annual La Grange Uncorked is a fantastic event for your bucket list! With over 15 wine tasting locations around the Square, you're sure to entertain your taste buds. Your general admission ticket includes: souvenir wine glass, 17 wine tastings (1 per location), food samplings and live music.  Sip while you shop the downtown boutiques.
 
Enjoy great food and wine on the Historic La Grange Square with good friends and neighbors.

Must confirm 20 attendees by Friday, February 2 and to notify the County of the size bus we need.
Thursday, March 22nd @ 6:30 pm
Women's Bible Study
I am the Lord Your God:
Exodus in Lent
with
Sarah Condon
 
March 22nd at 6:30 pm
(Date change due to Spring Break)
The Parlor
 
Come walk the Exodus road with us this March. Sometimes it can feel as though the season of Lent is all about what we need to be doing. But really, it is about God saving humanity from the very beginning. 

Join us!
One Thursday per month @ 6:30 pm in the Parlor
(3/22, 4/5, 5/3)
*No RSVP Necessary

Saints and Sinners Supper Club Forming
for Spring 2018!
Saints and Sinners Supper Club
Saints & Sinners is a Holy Spirit supper club. Couples are placed in groups of 3-4, and rotate hosting supper for the others in their group. Guest couples bring appetizers, sides, and/or desserts.
 
Everyone is welcome to join Saints & Sinners! Dinner doesn't have to be fancy or even home-cooked. In fact, hosts don't have to host at their home! If you have been displaced by Harvey, please don't feel left out, you still have a place in Saints & Sinners.
 
Contact Krystal Weiss at krystalweiss@gmail.com or (832) 331-8338 for more information or to join.
Sunday, February 25th @ Noon
Endowment Luncheon
Endowment Luncheon
Endowment with a Purpose,
Grants for Growth
 
Sunday, February 25th @ 12:00 pm
Palmer Parish Hall

You are invited to lunch with the Holy Spirit Endowment Board of Trustees.
 
Childcare with lunch is provided.
This catered lunch is generously underwritten by the Friends of the Endowment.
 
RSVP with melonyems@gmail.com or call the church office at (713) 468-7796.
Estate Planning
2.  Did you know that for purposes of estate taxation, there is no limitation on the size of the charitable gift that you may give to the Holy Spirit Endowment Fund at the time of your death? No matter how large, the gift is deductible for estate tax purposes.

Trusts and Endowments
1.  Trust allow you to make a gift to the Holy Spirit Endowment Fund in the future. You may set up the trust now and keep the income for yourself or other beneficiaries for as long as you choose, or for life. The Endowment Fund will receive the property after that. There are special tax benefits for these kinds of trusts.
Financial Focus
Email Letter Computer
  
2018 Stewardship: If you have not done so already, please consider turning in your operating pledge commitment for 2018. For a printable pdf or online pledge care, click please visit our website at  http://holyspirithouston.org/stewardship-2018/
4th Annual Bayou City Blessings in a Backpack
"Bouquet of Blessings" Luncheon

Tuesday, March 6, 2018
11:30 am - 1 pm
Red Oak Ballroom, Norris Conference Center

Please join us for our 4th Annual Bayou City Blessings in a Backpack "Bouquet of Blessings" luncheon on Tuesday, March 6, 2018 from 11:30-1:00 at the Norris Conference Center's Red Oak Ballroom. Proceeds from the luncheon help to feed the approximately 1,060 children in our program by providing a weekend food bag for the 38 weeks of school.

To register or for additional information, please visit our webpage at www.holyspirithouston.org/bcb
Holy Spirit Episcopal School
 
2018
 
February 13th: Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper at Buffalo Grille (3101 S. Voss) @ 6:00 pm
February 19th: President Day, Classes in Session
February 23rd: PreK Rodeo Round Up

March 12-16th: Spring Break
 
April 27: Holy Spirit Community Auction
@ The Junior League
 
More dates & information to come.
Questions? Contact the School Office: (713) 468-5138
Lecture Series by Andrew Lazo:
C.S. Lewis & the Myth of Love
 
A 4-Part Lecture Series
by Andrew Lazo
 
Houston Baptist University
Belin Chapel
7:00 pm
 
October 11, 2017
November 15, 2017
February 7, 2018
March 21, 2018

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Calendar

January:


February 8th:
School Chapel (8:15am LS/MS; 9:00am Primary)
February 8th:
Choir Rehearsal @ 7:30pm
February 9th:
BCB Assembly (4th Grade) @ 8:00am
February 10th:
Daughters of the King (Library) @ 9:30am
February 11th:
Dedication of the Nave @ 5:30pm
February 13th:
School Chapel (9:00am Primary)
February 13th:
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner @ 6:00 pm (Buffalo Grille, 3101 S. Voss)
February 14th:
Mom's Bible Study (Rm 308) @ 8:10am
February 14th:
School Eucharist @ Noon
February 14th:
Ash Wednesday Service @ Noon, 7:00pm (Nave)
February 15th:
School Chapel (9:00am Primary)
February 15th:
BCB Third Thursday Assembly @ 7:00pm
February 15th:
Choir Rehearsal @ 7:30pm
February 17th:
Altar Guild @ 10:00am
February 19th:
President's Day, School & CEC Open
February 20th:
School Chapel (8:15am LS/MS; 9:00am Primary)
February 20th:
Prayer Shawl Ministry @ 10:00am
February 21st:
Mom's Bible Study (Rm 308) @ 8:10am
February 22nd:
School Chapel (8:15am LS/MS; 9:00am Primary)
February 22nd:
Choir Rehearsal @ 7:30pm
February 23rd:
BCB Assembly (3rd Grade) @ 8:00am
February 25th:
Endowment Luncheon @ 12:00pm (Palmer Parish Hall)




 

Mark Your Calendar!
  
February 11th: Dedication of the Nave @ 5:30 pm
February 13th: Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner
February 14th: Ash Wednesday
February 25th: Endowment Luncheon
 
March 6th: Bayou City Blessings Luncheon (Red Oak Ballroom)
March 25th: Palm Sunday
March 29-30th: Overnight Prayer Vigil
April 1st: Easter Sunday
 
April 27: Holy Spirit Community Auction
@ The Junior League

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