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Monday, Oct. 12, 2026

 
 

Shop with Purpose this Week!


Premier Shopping Party

Tuesday, Oct. 13 • 4–8 p.m.


Buy online today for just $20

$25/ticket at the door


Additional Market Days

Wednesday, Oct. 14 • 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 15 • 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Free Admission


For 36 years, the Episcopal Church Women (ECW) of St. Martin’s have hosted the Joy of Giving Market, which raises funds for Outreach partners in Houston, the U.S. and abroad.



 

Your Voice Matters!


Parishioners are invited to share their thoughts and perspectives through a Parish-wide Survey


Help shape the next 75 years of St. Martin's. Reflect on how the Lord has blessed you through our Parish and consider how He is calling you to participate in its life-changing ministry work.


Please complete the Parish Survey by 9 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1.

Final Days to Nominate a Faithful Leader to the Vestry


Current members of St. Martin’s may nominate any confirmed Parishioner to serve a three-year term on the Vestry.


Know someone who would bring thoughtful leadership and spirit of service to the Vestry? Nominate them today! 


Nominations close Thursday, Oct. 15.

 

Faithful in a Divided Age


Friday, Nov. 6 and Saturday, Nov. 7

8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Parish Life Center

$175 per person, including lunch

Scholarships available


How should Christians think about national priorities in an age of polarization and division?


Wycliffe Hall of Oxford and St. Martin’s welcome the Rt. Rev. N. T. Wright, the Rev. Dr. Michael Lloyd, the Rev. Dr. Jonathan Brant and other distinguished scholars for two days of teaching and conversation on Christian political responsibility grounded in hope.

Embrace Beauty and the Arts

in Your Life


Saturday, Oct. 31

9 a.m.-2:45 p.m.

Houston Christian University

$30 per person, includes lunch


Registration Deadline: Oct. 14



St. Martin’s Episcopal Church and Houston Christian University invite you to a day retreat featuring Parishioners Dr. Matthew Boyleston, Associate Professor of English and Writing, and Joy Hilley, Artist-in-Residence.


Together, we'll nurture a holy imagination through worship, reflection and a shared meal.

 

Sunday, Oct. 18

5 p.m.

Christ Chapel

 

Join us for a contemplative evening of prayer, quiet reflection and music.

 

Whether you are drawn to silence or seeking quiet prayer with others, this service offers a space to pause, reflect and reconnect with God.

Nationally Acclaimed Choir Performs at St. Martin's


Sunday, Oct. 25

4 p.m.

The Church


The Music at St. Martin’s Concert Series proudly presents Ensemble Altera, one of the nation’s leading professional chamber choirs. Experience the extraordinary beauty and power of voices joined in harmony.


Don’t miss this free concert!

 

The new issue of The Star is here.

 

The latest issue of The Star celebrates the life and ministries of St. Martin's.


Read about welcoming our new Vice Rector, the Rev. Dr. Andrew Grosso, and honoring the Rev. Martin J. Bastian's 30 years of ministry as he retired on Sept. 27.

 

Explore the role of the Psalms and music in worship, look ahead to Advent and Christmas, and discover opportunities to serve through World Missions and Outreach.


You'll also find highlights from the 36th Joy of Giving Market and a tribute to Kathy Tellepsen for her years of leadership and service to the Parish.


Pick up paper copies of the magazine throughout our Campus. 

 

Upcoming and Ongoing

Events and Ministry Groups

Rector’s Bible Study

The Rev. Dane E. Boston explores the appointed Lectionary readings for the upcoming Sunday services.

Tuesday, Oct. 13

Noon

Chapel Reception Hall

Children's Ministry Fall Outing

Join other families for a fun-filled day and fellowship at Dewberry Farm. Learn more.

Saturday, Oct. 17

9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Dewberry Farm

Baptism Instruction Class

This class is for parents preparing for their children's Baptism. Register at smec.org/baptism.

Sunday, Oct. 18

10:15 a.m.

Activity Center, Game Room


St. Luke's Service

This Keeping the Kalendar service honors the evangelist whose Gospel reveals compassion, healing and love.

Monday, Oct. 19

6 p.m.

Parish Life Center

 

October is World Missions Month!


Discover how you can lend a hand to the many ministries of St. Martin's.


Join us to hear and meet Chris King, Executive Director of Amistad Mission on Sunday, Oct. 18 at 9:15 a.m. during the Family Table service and at 11:15 a.m. during the Riverway service.


Contact Outreach for more information.

 
 
 

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