St. Martin's Episcopal Church
1510 East 7th Street
Charlotte, NC 28204

704-376-8441
www.stmartins-charlotte.org
October 16-23, 2014                           The Rev. Joshua D. Bowron, Rector
NEW THIS WEEK
Rector's Forum
Interested in meeting our new Rector? Have any questions for Father Josh? e.g. Kirk or Picard? Shaken or Stirred? Favorite Beatle? Make plans to attend the Rector's Forum October 19th during the Christian Formation Hour beginning at 9:15 am in the Fellowship Hall. The session will provide an opportunity for introductions, interactive discussion, and open Q&A. Coffee and light refreshments will be provided.
SD Ministry Partners
We are collecting HAND WARMERS for our SD Ministry Partners on the Cheyenne River Reservation. Temperatures often fall well below zero, and Mother Margaret can think of lots of uses for hand warmers. A collection box is located on the bench outside of the church office.  Questions? Contact Terry Ertel [email protected] or 704-575-5454. 

 


 
Previously Published 

Holy Baptism

If you are interested in baptism for yourself or for your child, please contact the church office (704.376.8441 or [email protected]). The next baptisms will be November 2nd, All Saints'  Sunday.
Lemonade on the Lawn Continues!
Lemonade on the Lawn has been a St. Martin's tradition for many years in the summer months.  It would be nice to continue it into the other three seasons. All Sundays in October and November are now open.  Please sign up on the chart near the Parlor.  For more information, contact Michele Nichols 704-907-3822
Service Opportunity in Elizabeth

For those who want to serve their neighbors here in Elizabeth, Golden Living Center, a nursing home facility on 2616 E. 5th St., is in need of volunteers to become friends or companions to the active seniors (men and women ages 42-102) who reside there. They are currently looking for someone to go on Wednesday mornings to help lead their Bible Study and song sessions. To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Angie Forde at 704-340-4543

 


 
Name tags
Have you lost your St. Martin's name tag or never ordered one? Don't delay, order one right away!!

Print your name on the request form found on the clipboard in the Narthex or email Michele Nichols at [email protected], to place your order. The name tag is free for the first order!
Christian Formation Opportunities
Sunday mornings at 9:15

Word and Life Will resume October 26th
Library
Led by Father Armand LaVallee

Bibliognostics Will resume October 26th
Stage (in the Fellowship Hall)
Group led book discussion

Youth Christian Formation
Blue Room

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd


Choir Practice
Choir room (on the first floor)
Led by Budd Kirby, Director of Music Ministries/Organist
Bibliognostics

Bibliognostics will meet on Oct. 26th after the two Rector's Forum sessions. At that time we'll discuss chapter four - The Passion of Christ and Persecution of Christians - in Elaine Pagels' The Gnostic Gospels.  For further information , please contact Bob Payet at [email protected] or 704-541-9088.

 

Youth Group News
 
Sunday, October 19, 2014
  • Christian Formation will meet in the blue room at 9:15 am
  • Confirmation class will meet at 3:30 pm

 

 

 

To get in on the fun this year, make sure Whitney Hodges ([email protected]) has your email and phone number. Youth group consists of kids from 6th to 12th grades.
Serving this week
Sunday, October 19th 2014

Vestry Person of the Day: Rob Kirby

8:00 am
Celebrant: The Reverend Armand LaVallee
Preacher: The Reverend Joshua D. Bowron
Acolyte: Rob Drennan
Eucharistic Minister: Marion Sprott-Goldson
Altar Guild: Teri Ward

10:30 am
Celebrant and Preacher: The Reverend Joshua D. Bowron
Acolytes: Kenny Roman-Vega, Jake Gossett, Maddie Gossett, Harriet Christiansen
Eucharistic Ministers: Deborah Fraser, Litzie Hassell
Lectors: Don Willoughby, Angie Forde
Intercessor: Henry Jones
Ushers: Nick Carter, Mike Long, Scott Duffy
Child Fellowship: Dabney and Kevin Estile, Enzo Marfella and Grattan Foy
Children's Worship: Amy and Jimmy Rountree, Mandy Dobrich
Greeters: Mary Lou Knox, Bob Payet, Alice Thrasher
Altar Guild: Margaret Morrison, Stewart Rowe, Susan Hughes
Power off? Stay Connected!
If the church phones are not working and the web page is "down", check in on St. Martin's on our Facebook page.  In times of distress we will post an update there.
Office hours
Monday - Thursday
9:00 am - 4:00 pm


Office number: 704-376-8441

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