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Dear St. Martin's Family,
Happy Pentecost! The Feast of Pentecost occurs fifty days after Easter Sunday. (That's where the "pente" in the name comes from.) On Sunday, we'll celebrate the gift of the Holy Spirit to the Twelve Apostles in tongues of fire. The fire of Pentecost recalls the pillar of fire which lead the Israelites through the desert to the Promised Land. Because of the association of fire and Pentecost, it's customary to wear red on this day.
Pentecost is also one of the four days the Book of Common Prayer recommends as being especially appropriate for baptisms. (The other three are Easter, All Saints', and the Feast of the Baptism of Our Lord, which is always the Sunday after Epiphany.) We are blessed to have seven candidates for holy baptism at St. Martin's. We will baptize as many people in one day as some parishes baptize in a whole year. I don't say this to boast but to help us understand how powerfully God is moving at St. Martin's!
A key component of the baptism service is the congregation's promise to help parents and godparents raise their children in the knowledge and love of God. I invite you to join me at the 10:00 AM service on Sunday as we welcome the newest members into the Body of Christ.
Christ's peace,
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~ The Rev. Joshua Rodriguez-Hobbs, Interim Rector | | |
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Join us for Worship every Sunday at 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. | |
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Living Out a Life in Christ
This Sunday, at10:00 a.m.
Join us as we do all in our power to support the persons baptized in living out their life in Christ and in renewing our Baptismal Covenant. Following the 10:00 a.m. service there will be a reception for the newly baptized. For those seeking to be baptized, please contact Rev. Josh.
Our next Baptism date will be Sunday, November 3, 2024 (All Saints’ Day).
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Memorial Service for Ed Shaffer
Saturday, May 18, 1:00 p.m. (Sanctuary)
A memorial service will be held at St. Martin’s-in-the-Field Episcopal Church on May 18 at 1:00 p.m. for Edward Stoner Shaffer. Ed died of pancreatic cancer at home on October 14, 2023. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to a favorite local musician or music group.
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Annual Meeting
June 2, 9:00 a.m. (Parish Hall)
Save the date for our annual meeting. We will discuss the past year and the coming future for St. Martin’s. Join us at 9:00 a.m. for both the meeting and continental breakfast. For details contact the church office.
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Our Vestry Candidates
We are happy to announce your St. Martin’s Vestry candidates for the class of 2027: Aaron Carman, Susan Gibbons, Chris Lucas and Guy Merritt.
Join us at the annual meeting (see announcement above) as we elect the incoming Vestry and extend our appreciation to the outgoing class of 2024: Darin Parkinson, Judy Bonanno, Brian Cleven, Clay Patty and Laura Sheely.
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VBS Is Back!
July 22-26, Registration now open
St. Martin’s is excited to relaunch Vacation Bible School this summer. Open to kids Pre-K through 5th grade. Full day ($75) and half day ($50) options will be available. For details and to register click here. Contact Tabitha Carman.
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Get Yourself In Our Parish Directory
Vestry members, Jeannine Mogavero Theoret, Wendy Gatanas and Judy Bonanno are creating a new parish directory. To get your picture taken look for one of them between the services or immediately after the 10:00 a.m. service. Take a look at the Vestry poster in the narthex to match the name with the face. If you already have a favorite photo, please email it to Judy Bonanno.
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Bylaw Revisions
The Vestry has proposed two revisions to our Parish Bylaws to be voted on at the Annual Meeting on June 2. You are invited to review them in advance of the meeting by following this link. Copies will also be available in the Narthex.
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Youth Sunday and Teacher Appreciation
June 2, during the 10:00 a.m. service
During our annual Youth Sunday service, youth will participate in all aspects of Sunday worship, including senior sermons. We will also celebrate the ministry of our many teachers and mentors who have kept our youth and children’s ministries thriving. For details contact the church office.
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Evensong at the Cathedral of Incarnation
June 2, 5:00 p.m.
St. Martin’s choir is delighted to invite you to an Evensong on June 2, at 5:00 p.m. at the Cathedral of Incarnation, Baltimore. We are collaborating with the choirs from the Cathedral of the Incarnation, Baltimore and All Saints Church, Frederick led by music directors from each church: Ken Brown, Jesse Ratcliffe, and HyeSung Hwang. The program features Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis by Howells and Festival Te Deum by Britten, and more. It will be preceded by 15-minute preludes, including organ and piano duos performed by Jesse and HyeSung, playing Bach. Join us for this glorious musical occasion! Contact Dr. HyeSung Hwang.
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Sunday Altar Flower Sponsorship
Do you like Sunday's Altar flowers? You can make a flower dedication to give glory to God and bring focus to the cross during our Sunday services. Click here for our online form.
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Graduation Celebration
Sunday, June 23 following the 10:00 a.m. service
We are hosting a small celebration for the graduates of our St. Martin’s family. If you or a loved one recently graduated from high school or college and would like to participate, please contact the church office by Sunday, June 16. For questions, please contact Katrina Schultz.
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Cancellation - Interim Rector’s Bible Study: Please note there will not a bible study on Wednesday, May 22 but will resume May 29. | | |
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NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Family Support Group
May 22, 7:00 p.m., Heck Hall
NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Meetings on the 4th Wednesday of each month. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar experiences. Registration is not required – attend when you can. For questions, email fsg@namiaac.org or read more on https://namiaac.org.
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May Outreach Collection: NAMI
The Outreach Offering will be on the second Sunday of the month and will go to support the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). NAMI is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. The NAMI organization operates at the national, state and local level. NAMI Maryland provides educational resources and events, statewide outreach, advocacy and affiliate organizational support. NAMI Maryland provides the free trainings that allow NAMI affiliates to deliver NAMI programs. You can learn more about NAMI Maryland online. To donate online click here and put NAMI in the memo area. For details contact Kathy Berge.
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Grand Opening Celebration
Thursday, May 30, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Our ministry partner the Arundel House of Hope invites you to the Grand Opening Celebration of their new Resource Center. There will be a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with County Executive, Steurt Pittman, at 9:00 a.m. with tours of the building following. The day will include community resources available for people experiencing homelessness. Come join us at 7104 E. Furnace Branch Road, Glen Burnie.
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Get your Graduation Gift Cards and Support J2A
Let us help you with your graduation gift giving. Our J2A Youth Group is selling gift cards for their pilgrimage. For every card purchased, they receive a percentage back. These cards make great gifts, but most importantly can be used for everyday purchases, like groceries. Buying a gift card is an easy way to support the youth at St. Martin’s without costing you extra. To place an order or to set up an online account contact Amber Kaltz.
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SPAN Opportunities for May
SPAN (Serving People Across Neighborhoods) serves our neighbors by helping them through critical or emergency situations. As of March 1, 2023, people receiving federal assistance through SPAN have had their benefits reduced. This makes support of local food pantries more important than ever. St. Martin’s continues our support of SPAN’s mission with a year round collection and monthly theme.
MAY’S SPAN theme is “CELEBRATION”
Please donate shelf stable foods that can be used for celebrating holidays like Cinco De Mayo, Mother’s Day, graduation or Memorial Day. Such foods would include taco shells, beans, rice, corn, salsa, canned jalapeños, pastas, canned vegetables and fruits, cake and cupcake mixes. Of course we would be appreciative of anything else you would like to donate. Donations can be dropped in the bins marked “SPAN” in the Narthex. Click here for details about SPAN.
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Bingo Night at Light House Shelter
June 7, 4:30-7:00 p.m.
St. Martin’s will be sponsoring a pizza night at Lighthouse Homeless Prevention Center on the first Friday of every month. This is a great opportunity to be with our neighbors by sharing a good meal, and playing a few rounds of Bingo with them. Children must be at least 11 to volunteer. Please sign up here so we have a head count.
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Search Committee Members: Susan Shingledecker (Co-Chair), John Theune (Co-Chair), Sandi Blair, Sam Burdette, Ardath Cade, Rob Fraser, Tim George, Derek Heiss, Porter Hill, Prince Jernigan, Mark Kellogg, Mike Radike, Tony Shaffer, Amy Tate, Marcia Taylor, and Patti Zielinski | | | |
YOU’RE INVITED TO OUR WEEKLY PROGRAMS: | |
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Sunday School and Youth Programs
Classes Sundays from 9:00-9:45 a.m. (Arrival time 8:45-9:00 a.m.)
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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Bible Challenge Book Study
Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m. (St. Martin’s House)
The Bible Challenge group invites you to study the book of Ecclesiastes on Tuesday evenings upstairs in St. Martin’s House at 7:00 p.m. The study guide can be purchased here. Contact Cindy Neseth, (443) 534-3277.
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Parents’ Group
Sundays, 9:00 a.m. (Parish Hall)
Each week we explore different aspects of faith-based parenting and join in fellowship. This group is geared for parents/guardians of school-aged children, but is open to all who wish to attend. Click here for a schedule of events. 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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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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Interim Rector’s Bible Study
Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. (St. Martin’s House)
Please note there will not a bible study on Wednesday, May 22 but will resume May 29.
Join Rev. Josh for a weekly drop-in Bible study. Bring your Bible (or borrow one from the Church office) and a brown bag lunch as we study the Gospel of Mark. Contact Rev. Josh.
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Strawberry Festival Parade
Saturday, June 1 (starts at 10:00 am
Please join St. Martin's Episcopal Church and School for the Cape St. Claire Strawberry Festival Parade on Saturday, June 1 (starts at 10:00 AM). We'll walk alongside Mustang Sally, our trusty school bus, and we'll share St. Martin's pencils with friends and neighbors along the parade route. All students, alumni, staff, parishioners and families are invited to join. Please wear your St. Martin's swag, if you've got it! Following the parade, feel free to stay and enjoy the Strawberry Festival. Click here to sign up.
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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: Justin, Mark, Dexter, Mike, Ben, Fred, Melanie, Cynthia, Olivia, and Dora.
FOR THOSE IN NEED OF ONGOING AND LONG-TERM PRAYERS: Kate, Jeanne, Philip, Bunny, Sara, Gloria, Jared, Clyde, Geoffrey, Joe, Bill, Jax, Sumner, Sarah, Candy, Brody, Matt, and Kyle.
FOR THOSE CELEBRATING A BIRTHDAY: Craig, Sam, Sheri, Durelle, Logan, Cathy, Ben, Alessandra, Parker, Ty and Sarah.
FOR THOSE CELEBRATING AN ANNIVERSARY: Pablo and Cris Argeles, Wamahdri and Kathy Skidmore Williams and Gary and Sarah Stein.
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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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