WEEK OF FEBRUARY 5, 2018
Master Plan Update 

Sundays, February 11 and March 4
10:15 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 a.m. services
For parishioners attending worship services

Parishioners are invited to attend an information session to hear an update on our Master Plan and Building for the Ages capital campaign. Child care will be available for those attending the meetings. No reservation is necessary.
 
* Please call 713-985-3844, option #2 if you will be staying for lunch. Café St. Martin's menu prices will apply.
Making Lent a Time for
Reflection and Prayer 

Pick up your copy of Provoking Thoughts, your Lenten companion for times of reflection and renewal beginning with Ash Wednesday on February 14 and carrying through Easter on Sunday, April 1. The Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr.'s collection of scriptures, meditations and prayers use the wisdom of others and narrative stories to help readers make that connection between their need and the provision of God in Christ. The book is available for purchase in St. Martin's Bookstore & Gift Shoppe.


Scout Sunday

Sunday, February 11
9 a.m.
The Church

St. Martin's recognizes our Scouts and leaders for this special service. Scouts and Scoutmasters from the church-sponsored Boy Scout Troop 354 and Cub Scout Pack 354 attend the service and act as readers and flag bearers.

Chili Cook-off
Sunday, February 11 
12:15 p.m.
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.  

Shrove Tuesday Family Dinner
Tuesday, February 13
5 -- 7:30 p.m.

Everyone is invited to the Shrove Tuesday Family Dinner that includes delicious food and a fireworks display. Wear your favorite hat that fits our Mardi Gras Madness theme. Tickets can be purchased in St. Martin's Bookstore & Gift Shoppe: adults $8; children $5; families $25 max, four or more immediate family members only. 


Ash Wednesday Services
Wednesday, February 14
7 a.m., noon and 6 p.m.
The Church

A Holy Eucharist service with Imposition of Ashes will be held to mark the first day of Lent that is a special day of Holy Obligation. A 24-hour prayer vigil also will be held that day with prayer time in the Chapel from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sign up for a prayer time on one of the posters located in the Chapel, Refectory, Old Church or The Church Narthex.

 Thursday Afternoon Adult Lenten Series
Thursdays, February 15 and 22, and March 1, 8, 15 and 22 
4 -- 5 p.m.
Old Church

It is one thing to become a disciple of Jesus Christ, it is quite another to grow in a life of discipleship. Spend some time with St. Martin's Clergy as they share how they, themselves, have experienced growth in their journey with Jesus, and offer insight into how you may find new ways to grow more deeply in your faith as well. 

Wednesday Evening Adult Lenten Series
Wednesdays, February 21 and 28, and March 7*, 14 and 21
5:15 -- 7:30 a.m.
Bagby Parish Hall
and The Church

Hardly a sermon is preached today without some reference to one of the greatest apologists the Christian faith has known, Dr. Clive Staples Lewis. Join us as the Rev. Dr. Levenson, Jr., a special guest speaker and an enlightening play* give us some greater insight into the life and work of C.S. Lewis.