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YES, WE MADE IT!
The time has finally arrived! We made it through transition and are now poised to begin the ministry of the Rev. Lauren Holder as our new rector.
Transition periods for congregations are historically when time is spent determining who they are, where they are in their faith journey, what their vision is for the future, and deciding on the characteristics needed in a new rector that will allow them to attain that vision.
Through the hard work of our congregation, the profile and search committees, our interim rector, and the vestry we have accomplished all that we can to move into the future. Now we begin to focus on and support Rev. Lauren's new ministry as she uses her skills and desires to lead us in achieving and exceeding our vision.
Rev. Lauren begins her ministry as the rector of St. Martin's-in-the-Field Episcopal Church and School on October 1st and she will celebrate her first Eucharist with us on the 6th. Please join me in welcoming Lauren, her husband Jay, and children Charlie and Lucy Rae into our congregation.
As is our tradition in time of celebration, there will be a gathering in the parish hall following the 10:00 a.m. service on Oct 6 to celebrate the start of Rev. Lauren's ministry with a lunch and... you guessed it CAKE!
With much gratitude for your all your hard work and faithfullness during this transition and in God's peace.
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Join us for Worship every Sunday at 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. | |
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Blessing of the Animals
October 5, 4:30 p.m. (Heck Hall)
You are invited to bring your pets to St. Martin’s for an outdoor service with blessings for all of God’s creatures. Pets must be leashed or in a carrier. This is a grreat event to invite your neighbors and friends to attend with you. For details visit our website.
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All Creation Sings: A Choral Festival
October 6, 4:00 p.m.
Members of our St. Martin’s Adult Choir will attend “All Creation Sings: A Choral Festival for Maryland” at Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Baltimore. This joyous and triumphant musical program will feature works for choir, organ, brass, and more. Tickets and additional information are available here. Please use the promo code “SING” to receive a 50% discount on regular-priced advance tickets.
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Mental Health Awareness 1-mile Walk
Sunday, October 13, 11:30 a.m.
Join our parish, neighbors, and NAMI Anne Arundel County in front of the Church to walk one mile around the parish area to raise awareness about mental health. The event is free and open to all age groups. No registration. All donations will go to NAMI Anne Arundel County. To learn more about NAMI, visit https://namiaac.org.
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EYC: Mini Golf
September 29, 5:30 p.m. (meet at Severna Park golf center, 1257 Ritchie Hwy, Arnold)
All youth in grades 6 through 12 are invited for food, fun and mini golf. Friends are invited. Contact Rev. Nathan.
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Luncheon to Welcome Our New Rector
October 6, following the 10:00 a.m. service (Parish Hall)
You are invited to special luncheon to welcome our new Rector, The Rev. Lauren Holder and her family to our St. Martin’s community. Join us on Sunday, October 6, following the 10:00 a.m. service. Please note Rev. Lauren will do a brief meet and greet during the 9:00 a.m. Christian education hour for those unable to attend the luncheon.
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A Good Meal for a Good Cause
Tuesday, October 22 (Brian Boru Irish Pub)
Enjoy dinner and support our 2025 St Martin’s J2A pilgrimage at the same time! Brian Boru Irish Pub is providing a 3-course fixed menu including: soup or salad, an entree and dessert, for only $30/person. With $10 of each dinner ordered going to support the youth pilgrimage this is a fundraising event not to miss. Dine in or carry out eligible. Reservations recommended. Bring your friends, your family, your foyers group. We look forward to a fun night for a good cause.
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Did you remember to wear your name tag?
Name tags make introductions easy. Please wear your name tags on Sunday mornings and at other parish events. Don’t have a name tag? No problem. Fill out our online form.
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2025 STEWARDSHIP CAMPAIGN | |
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Walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself for us, an offering and sacrifice to God.
~ Ephesians 5:2
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To Walk in Love calls us to remember that our greatest gift in community is how we align, come together in purpose and mission. To fund the mission of St. Martin’s in-the-Field we need to receive $810,000 in pledges for 2025. Your pledges typically cover about 85-90 percent of our budget. Take some time to consider your pledge to St. Martin’s. Each of us hears this call differently, just as each of us has been blessed by God differently.
Click here to fulfill your 2025 pledge.
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Bible Challenge Book Study
Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m. (St. Martin’s House)
Join us for a 16 week study of the Gospel of Luke. We will be using the LifeChange Study Guide on Luke which can be ordered on Amazon, click here. Contact Cindy Neseth.
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Children and Youth Programs
Sundays, 9:00 a.m.
- Sunday School (K-Grade 5): SMES Art and Science Rooms
- Rite-13 (Grade 6-8): SMES History Room
- J2A (Grade 9-10): Lower St. Martin’s House
- YAC (Grade 11-12): St. Martin’s House
Register your student today, just click the link: Sunday School (PK-Grade 5) and Youth Ministry (Grades 6-12).
For questions contact Rev. Nathan.
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Nursery Care
Care is available from 8:45 a.m. - 11:00 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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Shepherd Group
Thursdays, 4:30 p.m.
Join us for a group discussion of the readings for the upcoming Sunday. All adults welcome. This group meets via zoom every Thursday afternoon. All are welcome. For zoom link and details contact Susan Griesmyer.
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Parents’ Group
Sundays, 9:00 a.m. (Parish Hall)
Drop your kids off for Sunday School and/or youth group, grab a cup of coffee or a donut, and join the St. Martin’s Parents’ Group. We have an exciting semester of activities, learning and fellowship planned. This group is open to all parents/guardians. Contact Chris and Liz Lucas.
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Children’s Chapel
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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Be doers of the Word!
St Martin’s offers a wide variety of opportunities for us to take action as a part of our faith. We have ministries that focus on forming us within our community, as well as, outreach opportunities that help us to look outside the four walls of our church and fulfill our call to love our neighbor as our self. Take a look at our Ministries Booklet and see what calls you to be a doer of the Word!
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Bingo Night at Light House Shelter
October 4, 4:30-7:00 p.m.
St. Martin’s sponsors 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 so we have a head count. To volunteer please contact Rachel Erdman.
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SEPTEMBER Outreach:
Annapolis Civitan Club #177
The Annapolis Civitan Club #177, established in 1926 as the 177th Civitan Club in the World, serves the Annapolis and Anne Arundel County communities in creating good citizenship. The club has dedicated its efforts to improving the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Click here for more information. Click here to donate online and put Annapolis Civitan Club in the memo area. For details contact Kathy Berge.
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SPAN Opportunities for SEPTEMBER
SPAN (Serving People Across Neighborhoods) serves our neighbors by helping them through a critical or emergency situation. St. Martin’s supports SPAN’s mission this month by asking for donations for SPAN’s September’s theme - “Fill the Need.”
Donate items such as: Condiments (ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise, Italian seasoning, salad dressing, BBQ sauce and oil); jelly, canned meat, beans, pancake mix, syrup and any kind of potatoes (canned, boxed, fresh, sweet or white); Toiletries (toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo); and basic cleaning supplies (all purpose spray/wipes, dish soap, laundry detergent).
Donations can be dropped in the bins marked “SPAN” in the Narthex. For details about SPAN click here.
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Voices Wanted
We are actively seeking additional voices and bell ringers to join our vibrant music ministries. If you share a passion for both music and God, we invite you to join us. Contact Dr. HyeSung Hwang.
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AAUW: Donate 2 Educate
Donate your good, clean, used books as proceeds from the sale of your books allows AAUW to provide yearly scholarships to Anne Arundel County women. Donations are collected on October 5 from 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon in the St. Martin’s parking lot. Please no encyclopedias, VHS tapes, magazines or condensed books. No textbooks, computer manuals or travel guides more than 2 years old. For sale date announcements and details follow AAUW Anne Arundel County Used Book Sale on Facebook or call (410) 647-7041 or (703) 599-9646.
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Gift Cards to Support J2A
Our J2A Youth Group is selling gift cards for their pilgrimage. For every card purchased, they receive a percentage back. These cards make great graduation gifts, but most importantly can be used for everyday purchases. Give a card to yourself to buy your everyday groceries. It’s a easy way to support the youth at St. Martin’s without costing you extra. To place an order or to set up an account and order online contact Amber Kaltz.
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SMES Open House
Wednesday, October 16, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Visit us to learn more about our school! Explore our engaging learning environment in Preschool through 8th Grade. See how we encourage each student’s academic success while discovering their unique potential as they learn with confidence, serve with compassion and lead with character. Visit stmartinsmd.org/admissions/open-houses/ to register or schedule a private tour. Please contact Director of Admissions, Kira Dickson (410-647-7055 x4044 or kdickson@stmartinsmd.org) with any questions.
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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 Lauren to be our next rector. Be with Lauren, and her family as they prepare to join our parish, and with us as we prepare to welcome them. All this we ask in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen.
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NEW PRAYERS FOR OUR PARISH FAMILY: Kevin, Inez, and Sarah.
FOR THOSE IN NEED OF ONGOING AND LONG-TERM PRAYERS: Sarah, Olivia, Mike, Ben,
Melanie, Sara, Jared, Bill, Jax, Brody, Matt, and Kyle.
FOR THOSE CELEBRATING A BIRTHDAY: Jane, Kate, Taylor, Richard, Adele, Craig, Gary, Nat, Linda, Eric, and Brett.
FOR THOSE CELEBRATING AN ANNIVERSARY: Aaron and Tabitha Carman, and Tom and Ashley Baldwin.
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ST. MARTIN'S-IN-THE-FIELD EPISCOPAL CHURCH
375 Benfield Road, Severna Park, MD 21146
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