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WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

When it comes to giving, the Body of the Church needs not only the time and talent of our members, but also treasure--a sacrificial gift that is the fruit of prayer. Each fall, St. Martin's builds its financial budget in a way to meet the many opportunities for worship, discipleship, fellowship, ministry, mission and outreach. We believe in the biblical principle of "tithing," giving back to the work of God 10-percent of the financial blessings He has bestowed upon us. It is important that each member of St. Martin's take seriously the invitation to prayerfully offer an annual pledge to the ministry of Christ in and through St. Martin's.

"Invite God into your heart-so that giving becomes as natural as breathing, for in giving back to Him, to His work, you are doing one of the most Godly things you can do." Luke 6:38

Fall Family Fest

Sunday, October 27

3--5 p.m.

Bagby Parish Hall

Families: Come join us at the St. Martin's 2019 Family Festival from 3 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, October 27. Bring the kids and enjoy great music, tasty food and fellowship while your children explore new games, face painting, inflatables and more.

Activities will be in Bagby Parish Hall, the Activity Center and the Cloister Garden, providing a fun, safe enclosed venue. Look for the check-in station near the porte-cochère. Watch for more details soon, including this year's festival theme!

Adult Confirmation

Sundays, September 22--October 20

10:15--11 a.m.

Activity Center, Upper Hall

Join the Rev. Chad Martin to learn how the Episcopal Church is like other Christian churches and what makes our Anglican heritage unique. Time will be spent discussion The Book of Common Prayer, the Sacraments and the Church's history.

This class prepares adults for Confirmation on November 10 with the Rt. Rev. Jeff Fisher, Bishop Suffragan, East Region.

Seeking God's Truth Through His Word

Thursdays, September 19--

April 30
9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Bagby Parish Hall and

Payne Education Center

Whether you are new to the Bible or familiar with it, this study promises to encourage your relationship with God. The Gospel of John reveals Jesus Christ through images and stories that built our faith. The day class with ends with an eight-week study of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount.

Learn more at clsbiblestudy.com.

Family Dinner Night

Tuesday, September 17
3 p.m.
2323 Francis Street

The House of Tiny

Treasures is a preschool run by SEARCH that serves children who are homeless or living in deep poverty. This nationally-accredited early childhood education center gives our parishioners a variety of opportunities to volunteer, including serving as volunteers for their family dinner night.

Men of St. Martin's Thursday Morning Bible Study with Lloyd Bentson

Thursday, September 19
7--8 a.m.
Bagby Parish Hall

Visitors are always welcome! Reservations are not required. You will want to hear Bentson, chairman and board member of the Investment Committee of the National Christian Foundation, the eighth largest charity in the United States. He spent 35 years in the venture capital arena and investment banking.

Communion Instruction

Sundays, October 6--27

10:15 a.m

Payne Education Center,

Room 202/204

Join us for the four-week series teaching children about the Eucharist. The class is designed for children 2nd grade and older, but all ages are invited to attend. Parent or significant adult participation is required to help children continue learning at home.