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Current NewsOn the Move for the Week of July 25Sunday July 25____________________ 8:30 am Holy Eucharist (Book of Common Prayer) at the Chapel, 3704 37th Street SW Celebrant & Homilist: The Rev. Christine Conkin 10:00 am Holy Eucharist (Book of Alternative Services) at the Calgary Academy Celebrant & Homilist: The Rev. Christine Conkin
This Sunday's readings click here. Parish Events_________________________ Parish Summer Prayer Events Parishioners are invited to the following Summer Prayer Events for the calling of our next Rector and for continued progress on the Building & Fundraising fronts. Mark your calendars! Saturday July 24 10 am – 12 noon On St. Martin’s land (corner of St. Moritz Drive & 17th Ave) – SE back corner. All ages and families are welcome to join in this opportunity to seek God’s direction for our future. Come for as long as you’d like. Bring your lawnchair & water. In the case of inclement weather, the location will be moved to Knox Presbyterian Church. (Facilitated by members of the Search Committee) Saturday August 14 10 am - 12 noon Rejeanne & Bob Taylor's Labyrinth 5108 Varscliff Road NW A special invitation for a small group (max 14) to join the Taylors for a quiet prayer meditation around the Labyrinth, with an introduction to the Labyrinth by Rejeanne. RSVP to Rejeanne (403) 247-9460 rejeannetaylor@shaw.ca Wednesday, August 25th 7 – 8:30 pm On St. Martin’s land – SE back corner. More information TBA. In the case of inclement weather, the location will be moved to Knox Presbyterian Church. Contact Jane Jensen 239-5772 jrichjensen@aol.com for more information
Morgan's off to Africa! Earlier this year our congregation had a wonderful send off for Marc Damour before he left to live and work in Africa for two years. In less than five weeks, Morgan Dalley will also be heading to Africa for one year. Both Morgan and Marc have been working with Hands at Work (handsatwork.org) for the last few years. Hands is an amazing organization in Sub-Saharan Africa whose main goals are to support the orphans and widows affected by HIV/Aids, amongst other overwhelming issues. St. Martin's is blessed to be a part of this amazing global community through these amazing young leaders who have joined our own community. I am writing on behalf of Morgan Dalley today, looking for some financial support. To commit one's life for a whole year is an amazing achievement. If Morgan finds 18 people to sponsor her for $30/month, this will cover her monthly costs and will take a huge strain off her shoulders. Morgan can be our St. Martin's sponsor child! If you are interested in supporting Morgan you can email her at (morgankdalley@yahoo.ca) or myself (jillian_anna_@hotmail.com) or find Morgan after the service on Sunday. Thank you in advance to such an amazing and supportive community. Happy Summer! Jill Thompson
Canons Committee: A draft of the proposed new Constitution and Canons for the Diocese of Calgary has been placed on the Diocesan web site. Please forward any comments to canons@calgary.anglican.ca before the end of August.
Community Garden News With warmer weather fast approaching, the seedlings in the community garden are in need of watering regularly. What we don't have in order to do this are garden hoses. Do you have an extra garden hose laying around the garage that you would like to donate? Contact Jeff Davidson: (403) 640-0503.
Youth Group Summer Hike Series – The Youth Group will be going on a hike on Wed. Aug. 25. See Jill for more details (403-999-9396 or jillian_anna_@hotmail.com).
Women’s Bible Study Join with other women this fall to study the Book of Esther and enjoy each other’s company. Date & time to be determined. Please contact Audrey Martin at 403-269-7841 to indicate your interest.
Building News Peter Heembrock (phone number 403-242-3072; trzelect@shaw.ca) will be doing some investigation of environmental design options over the summer for the building and would welcome others to join him on this exploration. Please contact Peter directly if you are interested in this part of the planning working. Mollie Cole (molllie.cole@shaw.ca) will be continuing to work on partnership possibilities and would welcome any who wish to participate in this part of our planning work.
Auto-debit During the summer months, donations tend to be lower. To help out with the cash flow, we encourage members to join the Preauthorized Debit program, and make your parish donations monthly. To join that program, or for more information, kindly contact Kate at the parish office (403-249-3014).
Confirmation Fall 2010
Stephen Ministry: The Stephen Ministry Training class is completing their 50 hours of training and getting ready for their commissioning as Stephen Ministers. In the fall they will continue with continuing education classes and peer group supervision. Their work as care givers add to the well being of the parish of St. Martin’s.
Unfortunately St. Martin’s Vacation Bible School had to be cancelled this year due to low enrolment.
What is Spiritual Direction and is it for me? Have you ever thought it would be great to have someone you could confide in and meet with to offer support or guidance as you seek to become closer to God? Do you ever wonder: What is God calling me to be? What can I do to draw closer to God? Am I ‘doing this right’? If these are your questions, then you might consider seeking a Spiritual Director. A person trained as a Spiritual Director will spend time with someone as they attempt to deepen their relationship with God: to listen, to ask questions and to assist in reflection and spiritual growth. They provide guidance in spiritual practices such as prayer, discernment (seeking God’s guidance in making a major decision), and helping us become aware of where God is working in us. Anyone can seek out a Spiritual Director at anytime in their lives. Usually one meets for 1 hour/month on a one-on-one basis. Building trust and a confidential relationship with someone who can listen to, support or challenge us in our relationship with God can be transforming for us. For more information, email or speak to Carol Hayes (cahayes@shaw.ca or 403-239-6658)
2010 Offertory Envelopes Envelopes are ready for pick up. If you would like to get envelopes or sign up for automatic debit or increase your current amount starting next month, please call the office.
Next Weeks' Sunday School Teachers
A Special Way to Give Thanks - Every Sunday various people in the congregation choose to give the flowers at the altar to beautify our worship and which become gifts given to visitors or to those who are shut-in or in hospital. The 2010 "Flower Calendar" is now posted on the Greeters' Table where you can sign up for a Sunday. Flowers are sometimes given in thanksgiving for blessings received and sometimes in memory of particular loved ones. The cost of the flowers is $40 and cheques made out to St. Martin's also need to identify that it is for altar flowers. Many thanks.
Email Addresses Rev. Christine Conkin christine.stmartins@telus.net Kate Newburn kate.stmartins@telus.net General mailbox stmartins@telus.net Other Events______________________________
The Calgary Welsh Society is hosting the Toronto Male Welsh Choir on Tuesday, August 3 at 7:30 pm at Grace Presbyterian Church. This choir has gained an enviable reputation over the 15 years of its existence. Widely travelled in North America it has also successfully appeared on a tour of Wales. This concert is a gift to the citizens of Calgary from the Calgary Welsh Society and admission is free.
Vacation Bible School – “Baobab Blast. God’s Great Get Together” will again be hosted by St. Peter’s from August 16 – 20, 9 am until 12 noon for children 3 – 11 years. Anyone 12 -16 is invited to be a junior leader. Come join us for a fun week of games, crafts, music and food. For further information please call Joan Hanna at 403-252-0393.
Vacation Bible School- "The Prince of Egypt" at St. Barnabas Anglican Church ~ 1407 7 Avenue NW. July 26-30, 2010 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Cost: $50.00 per child Join us for a week of fun and adventure as we creatively explore the story of Moses leading the Israelites out of Egypt into the Promised Land. For more information or to register call the Church Office at 403-283-3035
St. Mark and St. Philip: St. Mark and St. Philip, 1802 - 33rd Ave. SW will be having a Garage Sale Saturday August 28th 2010 from 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM. Household Goods, plus much more. Hot Dogs, Muffins, Coffee for sale."
The Wisdom Centre and Christ Church Calgary look forward to welcoming Phyllis Tickle ( www.phyllistickle.com) to Calgary for an exciting and thought-provoking conference. The November 19-20 conference will highlight her book, The Great Emergence: How Christianity is Changing and Why (Baker Books, 2008). All sessions will be held at Christ Church Calgary.
Registration is now open and can be found at Wisdom Centre
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