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Dear St. Martin's Family,
Merry Christmas! I pray your Christmas was blessed, holy, and peaceful. I want to take a moment to thank our volunteers and staff who worked so hard to make Christmas special at St. Martin's. Our Altar Guild and Flower Guild ensured the church was beautifully prepared for worship. HyeSung, the choir, and the bell choir lead us in beautiful music. Our ushers, readers, acolytes, servers, chalicists, and A/V team ensured our worship services ran smoothly. And Amber, Katrina, and our office volunteers, Sandy and Susan, prepared hundreds of worship bulletins. Thank you!
Even though Christmas Day is past, we are still celebrating Christmas at St. Martin's. Join us for more Christmas carols on Sunday as we celebrate the First Sunday after Christmas.
Don't forget the other events we have in January. We'll join St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Pasadena to celebrate the Feast of the Epiphany on Saturday, January 6 at 12 PM. On January 7, we'll remember the Baptism of our Lord. If you or your child would like to be baptized next Sunday, please reach out to me by Tuesday, January 2. And we'll host our new bishop, the Rt. Rev. Carrie Schofield-Broadbent, from 5-7 PM on Tuesday, January 9 as she gets to know our parish and diocese through a listening session.
Finally, on a sadder note, we will celebrate the life of Virginia Pierson, a longtime parishioner, tomorrow at 11 AM. I hope you will join us as we proclaim our hope in the resurrection during her funeral service.
Christ's peace,
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~ Rev. Josh Rodriguez-Hobbs, Interim Rector
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Epiphany Worship
Saturday, January 6, 12:00 p.m.
St. Martin’s will be joining St. Andrew’s, Pasadena to celebrate the Feast of the Epiphany. Join us at St. Andrew’s (7859 Tick Neck Road) as we commemorate the wise men’s visit to the Holy Family. Please bring Christmas cookies to share for a reception following the service.
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Listening Session with Bishop Carrie
Tuesday, January 9, 5:00-7:00 p.m. (Sanctuary)
St. Martin’s will host our new bishop, the Rt. Rev. Carrie Schofield-Broadbent, for a listening session. Bishop Carrie will host listening sessions across the diocese in January to help her learn more about the Diocese of Maryland. You are invited to attend this open forum to learn more about our new bishop and to ask her any questions you may have.
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Interim Rector’s Bible Study
Mondays, starting January 8, 11:30 a.m.
Join Rev. Josh for a weekly drop-in Bible study on Mondays from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. beginning Monday, January 8. Bring your Bible (or borrow one from the Church office) and a brown bag lunch as we study the Gospel of Mark. No sign-up or advance reading is required. Contact Rev. Josh.
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Epiphany Baptisms
Sunday, January 7, 10:00 a.m. (Sanctuary)
Join us at the 10:00 a.m. service, as we do all in our power to support the persons baptized in living out their new life in Christ, and in renewing our Baptismal Covenant. If you or a member of your household would like to be baptized, contact Rev. Josh.
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Bible Challenge Book Study
Resumes January 2, Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. (St. Martin’s House)
The Bible Challenge group will start a 10-week study of the book of James. Join us beginning January 2 on Tuesdays upstairs in St. Martin’s House at 7:00 p.m. The study guide can be purchased through Lamplighters International. Here’s a link. Contact Cindy Neseth, (443) 534-3277.
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EYC: Bowling
January 7, 5:30 p.m. (meet in Parish Hall)
Youth are invited to a fun evening with pizza and bowling. Join us at Severna Park Lanes, 840 Ritchie Hwy. All youth grades 6th-12th are invited. Friends are welcome.
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Holidays with SPAN
SPAN (Serving People Across Neighborhoods) has been serving our neighbors to help them through a critical or emergency situation such as hunger, utility turn-offs, court-ordered evictions, and prescription/medical needs. We at St Martin’s want to continue supporting their mission. Thus, we have a year round collection bin in the Narthex.
The theme for December is “Home for the Holidays.” Please donate items that are needed on a daily basis around the house like: baby wipes, diapers, toddler pull ups, Depends for men and women, shampoo, conditioner, bar soap, paper towels, toilet paper, dish soap, disinfectant wipes, and hand sanitizer. Of course we’re also happy to collect anything else you’re willing to share.
Click here for details about SPAN.
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December Outreach Collection:
Rector’s Discretionary Fund
This month’s Outreach collection will go to support the Rector’s Discretionary Fund. Rev. Josh uses this fund to help those in need with payments such as rent, utilities, phone, car, and gas money, or to help organizations that are not supported by Outreach with their needs. This fund also helps ensure that other clergy discretionary funds are kept healthy so they can be used to provide similar aid. Please prayerfully consider donating to this month’s second offering to ensure that Rev. Josh can continue to serve God, our neighbors, and each other. Donate online now and put Rector’s Discretionary Fund in the memo area. For more details contact Kathy Berge.
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Profile Committee Members: Elaine Bachmann (Chair), Lori Skalitzky, Markella Gatanas, Ellen Hays, Aaron Carman, and Charlie Fitzgerald
Search Committee Members: John Theune (Chair), Sandi Blair, Sam Burdette, Ardath Cade, Greg Church, Rob Fraser, Tim George, Derek Heiss, Porter Hill, Prince Jernigan, Mark Kellogg, Mike Radike, Tony Shaffer, Susan Shingledecker, Amy Tate, Marcia Taylor, and Patti Zielinski
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YOU’RE INVITED TO OUR WEEKLY PROGRAMS: | |
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Sunday School and Youth Programs
Resumes January 7 - Classes Sundays from 9:00-9:45 a.m. (Arrival time 8:45-9:00 a.m.)
Register today! Click below links.
Sunday School (K-Grade 5): SMES Art and Science Rooms
Rite-13 (Grade 6-8): Lower Heck Hall
J2A (Grade 9-10): Lower St. Martin’s House
Confirmation Class/YAC (Grade 10-11): St. Martin’s House
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Children’s Chapel
Children’s Chapel happens during the 10:00 a.m. service, from before the reading of the Gospel to the Peace. Children from 3 years old to 2nd grade are invited to experience an age appropriate Liturgy of the Word led by Children’s Chapel adult leaders. Contact Rev. Nathan for details.
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Nursery
Our nursery is available from 8:45-11:30 a.m. on Sundays for infants and children ages 3 and under. Located in Parish Hall, see an usher for directions. Contact Rev. Nathan for details.
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Parents’ Group
Resumes January 7 - Sundays, 9:00 a.m. (Parish Hall)
The St. Martin’s Parents’ Group has an exciting semester of activities, learning and fellowship planned. This group is for all parents/guardians of school-aged children. Contact Chris and Liz Lucas.
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Shepherd Group
Thursdays, 4:30 p.m. (via Zoom)
Group discussion of the readings for the upcoming Sunday. All adults welcome. For zoom link and details contact Susan Griesmyer.
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Bible Challenge Book Study
January 2, Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. (St. Martin’s House)
The Bible Challenge group will start a 10-week study of the book of James. Join us beginning January 2 on Tuesdays upstairs in St. Martin’s House at 7:00 p.m. The study guide can be purchased through Lamplighters International - click here. Contact Cindy Neseth, (443) 534-3277.
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SMES Admissions Open House
January 24, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Learn more about Preschool through 8th grade at St. Martin’s. See how our small class sizes and individualized learning can benefit your child. Explore our classrooms while learning is in action. Meet our talented teachers, and speak with students, administrators, and parents. Register here to attend or schedule a private school tour. 2024-25 Applications are due by January 31, 2024. For details contact Kira Dickson, 410-647-7055 x4044.
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Claggett Women's Weekend 2024
January 19-21, 2024
Join women from across Maryland and Washington, DC for a weekend of spiritual learning and community. This year's theme, Passing it On, is all about finding ourselves in the future of the church. Worship, join in fellowship, and deepen your spiritual life with workshops and keynote talks. For more details and to register click here.
Email chumm@claggettcenter.org for information on our "Under 40" discount!
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Institution of The Reverend Pierre-Henry Buisson
Your prayers and presence are requested at the celebration of new ministry and the Institution of The Reverend Pierre-Henry Buisson as the Rector of Church of the Ascension. Join us Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at the Church of the Ascension, 23 North Court Street, Westminster, MD 21157. Reception to follow. Please RSVP by December 8 by email or call 410-848-3251
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Your Prayers are Invited... |
Prayer is the universal way people of faith stay connected, both with one another and with God. I invite you to pray daily for our parish family, for your own needs, and in thanksgiving for all that God has blessed you with this day.
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NEW PRAYERS FOR OUR PARISH FAMILY: Daniel, Stephanie, Kate, Austin, Dora, and Debbie.
FOR THOSE IN NEED OF ONGOING AND LONG-TERM PRAYERS: Bri, George, Geoffrey, Joe, Joey, John, Bill, Lee, Jax, Sumner, Candy, Dora, Ellen, Diane, Brody, Matt, and Kyle.
FOR THOSE CELEBRATING A BIRTHDAY: Ruth, William, James, Lois, Jim, Patti, Robin, Phoebe and Everett.
FOR THOSE CELEBRATING A WEDDING ANNIVERSARY: John and Kassy Sodergreen and
Alex and Dawn Major.
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Let us know if you have a specific prayer request so we can hold you in our daily prayers.
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ST. MARTIN'S-IN-THE-FIELD EPISCOPAL CHURCH
375 Benfield Road, Severna Park, MD 21146
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