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Dear St. Martin's Family,
Like most Marylanders, my family and I are taking a July vacation. I will miss all of you on Sunday, but I know you will be in good hands. The Rev. Canon Kristofer Lindh-Payne, our Canon to the Ordinary for Leadership, will be with you on Sunday to preach and celebrate the Eucharist. While I'm away, the Rev. Jason Poling, the Rector of St. Andrew's, Pasadena will cover any pastoral emergencies. If you need a priest, please reach out to Dan Sturgeon, who will be in touch with Rev. Jason.
When I'm back next week, we'll be jumping right into the thick of Vacation Bible School. Tabitha Carman deserves a big thank you for all of the hard work she has put into reviving this ministry after many years.
I hope you'll join me in praying for Rev. Lauren as she and her family prepare to move to Severna Park. Chris Werth wrote a prayer for Rev. Lauren that he is sharing in this week's Epistle (see it at the end of the Epistle). You can also pray the Transition Prayer we've been using in our weekly services.
Peace,
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~ The Reverend 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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Nursery
Our nursery is available from 9:45-11:30 a.m. on Sundays for infants and children ages 3 and under. Located in Parish Hall, see an usher for directions.
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St. Martin's at Severna Park Independence Day Parade!
Many thanks to our parishioners and school families who joined us on the parade route in the Severna Park Independence Day Parade. We were excited to have so many people represent St. Martin's and hand our swag, and much appreciated bottle water, to the spectators.
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Summer “Meet & Eat”
Wednesdays through August 21, 6:00 p.m.
Join us Wednesday evenings for fellowship and delicious food. Suggested donation is $5.00 per person or $20.00 per family. Burgers/Hot Dogs/ Chicken and drinks provided. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. For questions or special dietary needs please contact John Theune.
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VBS Volunteers Needed!
Does your youth need service hours or are you looking for a way to give back to St. Martin’s, then sign up to help with Vacation Bible School! We are looking for adults or youth grades 6-12 to help assist with Vacation Bible School from July 22-27 anytime from 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Volunteers will assist by walking groups to and from stations, or helping with a specific activity station. Many volunteers are needed to make VBS a success, please register here for times and dates you are available. For details contact Tabitha Carman.
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Summer Concert Series
Last summer we began the Beethoven Project, performing all 10 violin sonatas. Our journey continues with the sonatas from Op. 30. Written in 1802, the year of the Heiligenstadt Testament, these pieces highlight Beethoven’s creativity and emotional depth despite his struggles. We invite you to join us and experience his captivating music at two venues this year: Peabody Conservatory on August 3, 3:00 p.m. and the Church of Epiphany in DC on August 6, 12:00 noon. For details click here or contact Dr. HyeSung Hwang.
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A Friendly Reminder
Rev. Josh and Rev. Nathan never ask for gift cards or money via email. Always double-check the sender name and confirm the sender's address on any email that requests a gift or donation. If in doubt, call the sender directly to verify the message you received is legitimate. Learn how to avoid and report gift card scams.
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Backpack Buddies Needs Summer Help
Our Backpack Buddies program helps nearly 20 children each week during the school year by delivering food for food-insecure children to take home for the weekend. One of our school partners has identified children who need our help over the summer. Volunteers are needed to shop for and deliver food to four homes in Severn on Friday mornings. Grocery costs will be reimbursed. Food ideas will be provided. You don’t need to be available every week! Any efforts to help are greatly appreciated. To sign up or for more details, contact Sarah Parkison.
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Summer Bible Study
Sundays, 9:00 a.m. (Parish Hall)
Want to understand Old Testament history better? Want to see how Israel’s experience of God intersects with their experience? Join us and take a deep dive into the Book of Kings. We will study political crises, theological challenges, and sharpen our skills at reading the Bible. Together we will also draw strength, courage, and examine our own struggles to be a people faithful to God. Please note there is no child care available this hour during the summer. Contact Greg Church.
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Bible Challenge Book Study
Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m. (St. Martin’s House)
Come and study the Book of Proverbs with us. Join us whenever you are able over the summer. The study guide can be purchased online. Contact Cindy Neseth.
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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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Parish Summer Office Hours
During the summer the parish office will be open Monday-Thursday 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. and closed on Fridays.
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The following programs will resume in the fall: Sunday School, Youth Classes, EYC,
Shepherd Group, Bible Workbench and Parents’ Group. | |
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New Deck Installation in Progress!
Thanks to the generous donations made during the Special Appeal for the Great Outdoors at this year's Gala and Auction, we are replacing and expanding the decking for outdoor teaching and lunch. Maintenance team member Greg Carrick has been hard at work tearing out the old decking and building the new area. Framing is in progress now, including an expansion of 1,200 square feet; new Trex decking will be installed along with sun shade canopies throughout the entire seating area. Many thanks to current grandparent Dan Hill and 8th grader Kaiden Roach for volunteering to help Greg with this project!
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July Outreach Collection:
Hope for All
The Outreach Offering will be on the second Sunday of the month and will go to support Hope for All. Hope For All is a Christian ministry whose mission is to provide basic furniture, household items, and clothing to people in our community who are without the financial means to meet their basic needs. Hope for All strives to offer stability to their daily lives and hope for their future. If you want to learn more about Hope For All, visit their website.
Click here to donate online and put HOPE FOR ALL in the memo area. For details contact Kathy Berge.
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SPAN Opportunities for JULY
SPAN (Serving People Across Neighborhoods) serves our neighbors by helping them through a critical or emergency situations. St. Martin’s supports SPAN’s mission this month by asking for donations for SPAN’s July’s theme - “Summer Fun.” Donate items such as bottle water, sunscreen, insect repellent, hand sanitizer, and baby wipes. Other useful items are shelf stable foods like rice, beans, pasta, pasta sauces, popcorn, as well as canned vegetables and fruits. Donations can be dropped in the bins marked “SPAN” in the Narthex. For details about SPAN click here.
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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. You are invited to pray daily for our parish family, for your own needs, and in thanksgiving for all that God has blessed you with this day. | |
Prayer for our Rector-Elect
Gracious Lord the giver of all life and blessings, by the inspiration of the Holy Spirit we have called Rev. Lauren to be our next rector at St. Martins-in-the Field Episcopal Church. We pray that by her words and good example she may continue faithfully serving you and be a benefit in your Holy Church. May that same Holy Spirit give each of us all wisdom and imagination, energy and drive, that together we will have the ability to make ministries continue to happen in this church and in the larger community. Hear the prayers of your faithful people that in our vocation and ministry each of us may continue to be instruments of you and your blessings. We pray this in the unity of the Holy Trinity, one God, now and forever. Amen.
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NEW PRAYERS FOR OUR PARISH FAMILY: David, Ed, Kathie, Inez, Sarah, and Dora.
FOR THOSE IN NEED OF ONGOING AND LONG-TERM PRAYERS: Scott, Olivia, Mike, The Murray family, Ben, Melanie, Jeanne, Philip, Bunny, Sara, Gloria, Jared, Bill, Jax, Brody, Matt, and Kyle.
FOR THOSE CELEBRATING A BIRTHDAY: Carter, Elaine, Mark, Rex, John, Charley, Marty, Emma, Mariah, Mia, Amber, Jenna, and Robert.
FOR THOSE CELEBRATING AN ANNIVERSARY: Lee and Sylvia Martson, Ed and Betsy Bannat and Mike and Lisa Radike.
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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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