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One Book, One St. Martin's
Being Disciples: Essentials of the Christian Life
by Rowan Williams
In his typically gentle, inviting, pastoral writing style, Williams offers biblically grounded wisdom for Christians at all stages of their journeys as disciples of Jesus. The former Archbishop of Canterbury, and one of the world's greatest living theologians, provides basic instruction in Christian discipleship.
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Wednesdays in Lent
Food for the Body and the Soul
6:00 p.m. Meal in the Parish Hall
7:00 p.m. Compline in the Church
SUPPER at St. Martin's will occur as usual on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month; all other Wednesdays we will have a simple soup dinner.
A "Night-cap for the Soul," compline is a beautiful, 20-minute, sung service to close out the day.
Understanding Anglicanism: Begins March 8
7:30 p.m. in the Houston Room
Curious to learn more about the Anglican church and our place in it as Episcopalians? Join Rev. Anne for any or all of four classes
on Wednesdays in Lent from 7:30-9 p.m. in the Houston Room.
The 12-Steps: A Spiritual Journey: Begins March 8
7:30 p.m. in Hilary House
Facilitators
: Rev. Jarrett Kerbel and Jim Rowley
Book cost
: $15
The 12 Steps are good solid spiritual guidance for anyone, whether you are addicted to a substance, or a behavior, or affected by someone who is. This four-session class covers steps four through seven of recovery. We will have copies of The Twelve Steps
and The Twelve Traditions
to share at the meetings and of course we encourage you to purchase a copy for your family!
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Lenten Evensong
March 5 at 5 p.m.
Begin your Lenten observance with the beautiful sung prayers of choral evensong, which will feature the
Magnificat & Nunc Dimittis
of Parker Kitterman, director of music at Christ Church, Philadelphia. Reception to follow.
Rev. Aikens completed a B.A. in Theology at Colorado Christian University and a Master of Divinity at
Candler School of Theology at Emory University in Atlanta. Before moving to Philadelphia,
Katie worked for several years as the co-pastor at Mercy Community Church in Atlanta, and then
later as the Associate Pastor at Druid Hills United Methodist Church in Atlanta, Georgia.
Katie strives to be faithful to the call of Jesus Christ and advocates for the church to live out its
call to be a sanctuary for all people, especially those most excluded in our society. Katie is
passionate about working for an end to systems of death and dehumanization in our country, in
particular mass incarceration.
Katie has a love for music, especially gospel and hip hop, enjoys playing drums, dancing at
opportune times, baking bread, and spending time in God's creation.
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Parish Forum Mar. 5
Prayer: An Exploration
The Rt. Rev. Frank Griswold will help us explore prayer with questions such as: Where might prayer lead us if we give it root room within us?
Parish Forum Mar. 12
Living the Rule of St. Benedict
As part of St. Martin's
Monastic Weekend
, Holy Cross Brother Joseph Wallace-Williams will discuss the rule that guides the life of the Order of the Holy Cross.
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Women Connecting: What Is Your Recipe for Lent?
Saturday, March 4, 9:00 to 11:30 a.m.
Lectio in Lent
Wednesday Mornings, March 8 to April 5
10:30 a.m. to noon in the Hilary House
Facilitators: The Rev. Anne Ritchings and Kay Hankinson
Registration required.
Care of the Soul: Spiritual Tools for Challenging Times
Tuesday, March 21, 7:30 to 9 p.m. in the Church
Facilitator: The Rev. Betsy Ivey
Suggested donation: $15
Registration required.
Listening Lessons: God as Sound
Wednesday, April 5,
7:30 to 9 p.m. in the Houston Room
Facilitator: Scott Robinson
Suggested donation: $15
Registration required.
Click here to learn more about these programs and register.
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SUPPER and Compline at St. Martin's
Wednesday, March 8, 6:00 p.m.
Join us this Wednesday for a delicious community meal, followed by the beautiful sung Compline service at 7:00 p.m. in the church. Check our calendar for more Lenten programming following Compline.
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The Bible and Protest
Mondays, March 6-20, 7:30 p.m.
Historic Germantown Mennonite Meeting House
6133 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19144
During this season of marches, protests and political turmoil what role does the church play and how do we speak from our biblical roots to the current situation?
The Rev. Amy Yoder McGloughlin from Germantown Mennonite and the Rev. Jarrett Kerbel will offer a three-session class - The Bible and Protest - to explore these very questions.
We will look at various types of activism. Is faithful witness as important as effectiveness? What does it mean to be "prophetic?" How do we remain spiritually grounded while we do the strenuous work of resistance? How do we explain ourselves - or "give an account of the faith that is in us" - as we work in broad-based coalitions of people from all types of backgrounds?
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Holy Cross Retreat: Let the Silence Teach You
March 24-26, 2017
Holy Cross Monastery in Hyde Park, New York
Cost: $190, $50 deposit required to hold your space.
On this mostly-silent retreat to Holy Cross Monastery, come enjoy a spiritual respite on the banks of the Hudson River. Find renewal in the soothing daily cycle of Benedictine prayer in the lovely chapel. Sit, read, rest, and reflect in the quiet spaces of the monastery. Schedule time with a brother of the order for spiritual direction. Did we mention that the food is fabulous? Scholarships are available, so please never let expense be a barrier! Email Rev. Kerbel at [email protected]. Carpools can also be arranged.
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Lenten Daily Prayer
This year St. Martin-in-the-Fields is inviting everyone to participate in an all-parish Lenten daily praying of the Lord's Prayer at 12 noon. The Lord's Prayer is one we all know, but many of us don't think much about what we are saying when we say it every Sunday. Saying it every day will give us the opportunity to consider the power of this prayer. Knowing our fellow parishioners are praying with us, even if we are not together is a great unifier in these difficult times.
Reconciliation
During this penitential season, you may wish to meet with one of the clergy for reconciliation. If you wish to receive this, please contact one of the clergy.
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During the first 100 days of the new national administration, POWER is inviting its congregations to participate in a series of trainings that will help build our skills of democratic action in an effort to shape our civic life to match our values. Contact Carol Duncan or Anne Thatcher for more information and to get connected. The St. Martin's team will meet for a debrief following the April 22 training. At that time we will gear up for a huge action in May to urge PECO to increase its purchase of local solar electric power.
Meeting of NW Cluster Congregations
Tuesday, March 7, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
UU Church of the Restoration, 6900 Stenton Ave.
Social Media for Faithful Resistance
Wednesday, March 15, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Friends Center, 1501 Cherry St.
Beyond Marches and Rallies: D
esigning Inventive Actions
Sunday, March 19, Time TBD
Friends Center, 1501 Cherry St.
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Members in the News
If you catch another member in the news, pass along word so we can share!
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Weekday Worship:
Morning Prayer:
Weekdays at 7:30 a.m.
Morning Meditation:
Weekdays at 8:15 a.m.
Mid-Week Eucharist:
Wednesdays at 12:15 p.m.
Compline:
2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 7 p.m. after SUPPER at St. Martin's
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Quick Info & Links
Our Mission
Welcome all seekers;
Worship God in liturgy, music, and prayer;
Equip all baptized persons for ministry;
Engage as agents of Christ's love in the world.
Our Core Values
Learning leads to God;
In giving and receiving care we encounter Christ;
Life in the Holy Spirit is beautiful.
Our Aspirational Values
Community engagement and social justice;
Unconditional welcome and inclusion;
A community that calls forth the gifts of its entire people;
Becoming a racism-free and diverse community that reflects the city where we worship.
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Field Notes is the weekly parish e-newsletter for the Church of St. Martin-in-the-Fields in the Chestnut Hill neighborhood of Philadelphia. Read about our events, programs, and other opportunities.
To submit news or articles, please send typed blurbs (75 words or less!) to Natalee Hill, Associate for Communications & Administration at
[email protected]
by Tuesday. Feedback is always welcome!
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8000 St. Martin's Lane | Philadelphia | PA | 19118
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