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Children's Christmas Party
10 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 14
The Island
The Episcopal Church Women of St. Martin's invites children and grandchildren through 10 years of age to a delightful celebration of Jesus' Birthday. Youngsters will enjoy the joys of the season including pictures with Santa, face painting, crafts and pony rides.
Event Chairs: Andree Halplin, Annie Kerr and Ali Montgomery
For more information, contact Katwana Coleman at 713-830-4110 or kcoleman@stmartinsepiscopal.org.
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Houston Boychoir Concert
4 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 14
The Church
The Houston Boychoir is an outstanding choir founded in 1962. The choir has sung with the Houston Symphony, the Houston Bach Society and Opera in the Heights. Join us as they present their wonderful Christmas concert under the direction of Carole Nelson.
This event is free to the public.
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Adult Sunday School: Basic Bible Study
John's Classroom: Lessons from the Beloved Disciple
With the Rev. Dr. Russell J. Levenson, Jr.
10:15 a.m., Sundays,
Dec. 8, 15 and 22
Bagby Parish Hall
"In the beginning to the beginning after the End..." Join us as our Rector looks at key passages from our fourth gospel. Using scripture, theological insights and illustrations new and old, he will open a few stories from the most poetic of the Gospel narratives.
Dec. 8 "Discipleship and New Birth: John 1:43-51 and
3:1-16"
Dec. 15 "Sustaining Faith and the Living Dead: John 6:5,
41-51 and 12:20-33"
Dec. 22 "Resurrection and Forgiveness: John 20:19-31 and 21:15-19"
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Adult Sunday School: Elective
Episcopal Basics
With the Rev. Chad T. Martin
10:15 a.m., Sundays,
Dec. 8, 15 and 22
Payne Education Center,
Room 210/212
What does it mean to be an Episcopalian? What's distinct and different about the Episcopal Church? In this three-week elective, the Rev. Martin will explain what makes the Episcopal Church unique, looking at Anglican Church history, the Creeds and Sacraments, our liturgy in The Book of Common Prayer as well as Episcopal polity. If you are wondering why we are the way we are, come to this class to find out!
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OSL: A Service of Wholeness and Healing
5 p.m.,
Wednesday, Dec. 4
The Island
The holidays are times of joy and celebration, yet sometimes that is the opposite of where life has taken us. Whether it's a first Christmas without a loved one, a mental illness that is stressed by the holidays or other personal struggles we're facing, there are a variety of reasons why we can find this time of year a challenge. Yet God is not just with those who celebrate: the Cross reminds us He is right there with those who mourn too. (Matthew 5:4) This December's OSL healing service will offer space to bring to God whatever is on your heart and to reflect on this truth: God has not forgotten you. Prayer ministry will be available after the service.
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Advent Quiet Day
with St. Martin's Clergy
9 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Dec. 7
The Island
"My Soul Magnifies the Lord!" This Advent we reflect on Mary's God as revealed in her song of praise (Luke 1:46-55). Take time out this Christmas season to reorient your heart to the one who has given us so much reason to rejoice. Our Clergy will offer reflections on Mary's Magnificat to remind ourselves of the breadth and depth of the good news of the child born for us to bring about the reconciliation of all things. The morning will conclude with a Eucharist. There is no cost, but a donation to cover the cost of breakfast is requested. Registration is required; childcare is available. For more information and to register, contact Deb Tisch at 713-985-3817 or dtisch@
stmartinsepiscopal.org.
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Lessons and Carols Service
11:15 a.m., Dec. 8
The Church
Our annual Lessons and Carols Service is a wonderful testament to the holiday season. Songs that celebrate the birth of our Lord include a number of Christmas favorites, such as "O come, all ye faithful," "Joy to the world!" "O little town of Bethlehem" and "Hark! The herald angels sing."
Holy Eucharist will not be offered at this service. The 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. services are Holy Eucharist and 9 a.m. is Morning Prayer.
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7 p.m.,
Wednesday, Dec. 11
Home of Nick Jones
St. Martin's 20s and 30s is a fellowship group for singles and couples without kids. We meet regularly for Bible studies, social events, outreach projects and small groups. For more information and directions to the party, contact the Rev. Alex Graham III at 713-985-3836 or
agraham@
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