February 2012

St. Mark’s News Volume 15/Issue 2

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From the Rector I invite you, therefore, in the name of the Church, to the observance of a holy Lent, by self-examination

and repentance; by prayer, fasting, and self-denial, and by reading and meditating on God’s holy Word.

And, to make a right beginning of repentance, and as a mark of our mortal nature, let us now kneel before

the Lord, our maker and redeemer. (BCP p. 265)

On Ash Wednesday, February 22, we will once again hear this invitation that is extended to each of us for

the observance of a holy Lent. This invitation will be the theme of our Wednesday evenings in Lent.

When we gather in the chapel after our soup supper we will have an opportunity to reflect on some of

these components that make up a “holy Lent.” We will hear

scriptural and devotional readings on Repentance/Penitence,

on Fasting, on Prayer, on Almsgiving, and on

Forgiveness/Absolution. The question remains, nevertheless,

how each of us might mark this season in a way that is holy

and in a way that draws us into a closer relationship with God.

Lent is traditionally a time for giving some thing(s) up. The

temptation is to make Lent an opportunity for self-

improvement, rather than an opportunity for reflection and

repentance. Giving something up really only matters if it has

some hold on our lives. Lauren Winner is the author of the

books Girl Meets God and Mudhouse Sabbath. Winner grew

up with a Reform Jewish father and a lapsed Southern Baptist mother. As a student at Columbia

University in New York she converted to Orthodox Judaism. And then a few years later she converted to

Christianity and she became an Episcopalian. She writes, “The very first thing I liked about Christianity,

long before it ever occurred to me to go to church or say the creed or call myself a Christian, was the

Incarnation, the idea that God lowered himself and became a man so that we could relate to Him better.”

But it is her chapter on the observance of Lent that might prompt each of us to consider what we might

give up for Lent.

The church that Ms. Winner found to attend was All Angels (the same church Philip and I were a part of

when we were first married) on the upper west side of NYC. On the day after Ash Wednesday she and

her rector were having breakfast together when he asked her what discipline she had adopted for Lent.

She told him that she was going to fast every Friday, because it seemed so much more significant than

giving up chocolate or caffeine. The night before, in his Ash Wednesday sermon, the priest had

encouraged the congregation to consider giving up something that really mattered: “something you really

In This Issue

From the Rector ........................ 1

Vestry Highlights ....................... 2

Lenten Service Schedule .......... 3

Parish Life ................................. 4

Christian Formation ................... 7

Caffeine Ministry ....................... 8

Celebrations .............................. 8

Calendar ................................... 10

ROTA ........................................ 11

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love. Something that is hard to do without.” At breakfast the next morning he said, “Lauren I want you to

give up something additional for Lent. I want you to give up reading….because reading may be the thing

you love most.” So she took up the challenge. During the first week, rather than reading on the subway,

she found herself watching people instead. And yes, during the course of Lent she cheated a time or two.

But what she discovered during that reading fast was that it left her starkly alone with her life and that she

spent more time praying. She discovered that at the end of the day, when she would ordinarily have

picked up a book to read, she prayed Compline instead. And once her reading fast was over, she

continued the habit, the discipline of praying Compline at the end of the day.

That brings us to the other question about a Lenten discipline – and that is what might we take on during

the season of Lent. Lauren Winner found herself taking on the spiritual discipline of prayer because what

she gave up gave something back: a time for, and a commitment to, prayer. On the Sunday before Lent,

Marie Peterek is going to share with us how transformative journaling was for her last year. Another

parishioner took on the discipline of writing a letter to someone she loved and cared for each day during

Lent. The point, however, is to prayerfully consider a Lenten discipline that will draw us closer to this

God who lowered himself, who became a man, who was tempted, who was crucified, and who rose again

so that we might have life in Him.

EZT+

Vestry Highlights Meeting on Tuesday, January 17, 2012 the Vestry heard or discussed the following:

Mason Shea presented his proposal for his Eagle Scout project, which he hopes to complete prior to spring

break. His proposal is to build 6 planters to the left of the dumpsters, to edge the parking area. The vestry

approved the proposal.

Approximately 400 people attended Christmas Eve services.

The final amount pledged for 2012 was $433,873 (154 pledges).

We received a final check ($3106.95) from the Colleen Moore estate, bringing the total bequest to

$24,692.95.

Bill Kibler built a new lectern for the Parish Hall.

The parking lot was restriped the first week of January.

Greater Dallas roofing repaired 3 leaks on January 17: one in the kitchen, one in the Parish Hall, one in the

Rector’s office.

Jessica Harper, our youth minister, resigned in late December due to the demands of her full-time job.

Cathy Nelson and Susie Comer are working on scheduling activities during the interim.

There have been approximately 20 adult newcomers since the last Newcomers’ reception. Another is

scheduled for Sunday, February 19.

At the conclusion of 2011 our pledge payments were 101.58%; our overall contribution total was

100.34%; and we had a total of $25,948.41 income over expenses.

Websy Daisy will be doing the work on our new website the week of Jan. 23.

Lisa Martin mentioned two upcoming events: Sharing Faith dinner groups on April 26 and Education for

Ministry (EFM) class at St. Mark’s in the fall of 2012.

The Day School has received 3 bids for the installation of a monitored fire alarm system. The bids range in

price from $3,500 (rented equipment) to $14,000. All 3 bids have additional monthly monitoring costs.

Thanked the outgoing members of the vestry for their three years of service: Dru Cabler, Barbette Cooper,

Lisa Martin, Michael Meigs, and Andrea Michael.

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Shrove Tuesday

Pancake Supper

St. Mark’s Day School

Applications

Parishioner Priority

On Tuesday, February 21, join us in the Parish Hall for our Shrove Tuesday pancake supper at 6:00 p.m. We will be festooned in purple, gold, and green and draped in beads for our own celebration of Mardi Gras. We have our supply of 100% Canadian maple syrup, brought to us by Spider Miller before their move to Seattle in the fall. No need to cook that night – we will be serving pancakes, sausage, and the finest mixed fruit cups. There is nothing that beats breakfast for dinner, and we ours are so much tastier than IHOP! And less expensive too: $4 for adults; $2 for children 6-12; $1 for children under the age of 6; a family maximum of $12.

During the month of February St. Mark’s parishioners are invited to submit applications for the Day School for the 2012-2013 academic year. General registration will be open to all beginning in March. St. Mark’s Episcopal Day School is accredited with SAES (Southwestern Association of Episcopal Schools). The school is open to children ages 2 through pre-kindergarten. Applications are available in the Parish Hall. For more information about the school contact Gina Newton at 444-9401.

The Season of Lent Ash Wednesday – February 22

7:15 a.m. Imposition of Ashes and Holy Eucharist

12:15 p.m. Imposition of Ashes and Holy Eucharist

7:00 p.m. Imposition of Ashes and Holy Eucharist, with hymns and choir

Sundays in Lent – February 26 (with the Great Litany), March 4, March 11, March 18, March 25, and

April 1 (Palm Sunday)

7:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite I

9:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite II

10:00 a.m. Christian Formation. Adult Christian Formation meets in Grace Chapel. Our Lenten theme is Wisdom Literature

11:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, Rite I

Wednesday Evenings in Lent – February 29, March 7, March 14, March 21, and March 28

6:00 p.m. Soup Supper in the Parish Hall

7:00 p.m.

A service of Meditation, Music, and Holy Eucharist in Grace Chapel. The theme for our Wednesday evening services is “An Invitation to a holy Lent: Repentance (2/29), Fasting (3/7), Prayer (3/14), Almsgiving (3/21), Forgiveness/Absolution (3/28).” This year we will have a harpist for our musician.

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Parish Life

First Friday Book Group

Join us on the first Friday of the month for the First Friday Book Group. Everyone is welcome to join us

as his or her schedule allows. We meet at 11 a.m. in the Bennett Wing Classroom.

February 3 The Story of Edgar Sawtelle David Wroblewski

March 2 Tender at the Bone Ruth Reichl

April (Good Friday – no meeting)

May 4 The Tiger’s Wife Tea Obreht

June 1 Tinkers Paul Harding

July 6 Unbroken Laura Hillenbrand

Young Adults Group Informational Meeting Sunday, February 5 @ 10 a.m.

The time has finally come for the formation of a much needed, much-anticipated Young Adults Group at

St. Marks! There are many ideas regarding what this group should look like, ranging from a home bible

study, or group that plans outings together, to a more structured Sunday class. Come, let us get to know

one another, discuss our common interests and what we would like to get out of such a group.

I would like to propose that we meet Sunday, February 5th, at 10am. If the weather is nice, we can

meet at the trail-head of the meditation path. If it's too chilly that day, we can meet in one of St. Mark's

classrooms.

In the meantime, please begin thinking about topics (scripture, spirituality, theology, social ethics, etc.)

the group could cover or books we might explore, so that we can share these when we gather.

Community is an important part of what it means to be the Church—my hope is that, through this group,

we can all forge some new and meaningful relationships. I look forward to getting to know each of you.

Until then, peace and blessings.

Jeremiah Griffin -- (St. Mark's middler seminarian)

Recycle Your Batteries! The Environmental Stewardship Committee has collection baskets in the Parish Hall for used batteries. Don’t put them in the trash—bring them to church for recycling!

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You are invited to join us for

Women of St. Mark's . . .

Congratulations to Jean Severn, the 2012 ECW Honored Women of the Diocese of Texas

for St. Mark’s.

Thank you to those who made the Women's Brunch so special...It was an afternoon of

bubbly, fantastic food, fun and fellowship.

On February 27 the Women of St. Mark's will gather in the Parish Hall at 6:30 to share a

potluck meal and watch a Chick Flick (Midnight in Paris), rather than our usual monthly game

of Bunco.

Music Notes

I am never moving again! That thought passes through my mind whenever I go through the process of moving

to a new place. The planning, the packing, the loading and unloading, arranging furniture, filling cabinets and

organizing closets, handling pets—it’s all enough to drive me crazy! As I write this article, Matthew and I are in

the process of moving to a new home. Although the stress is tempered with excitement, it’s still stress. And

stressful times make me especially glad for the words of comfort and peace that I recall from singing hymns:

All my hope on God is founded; he doth still my trust renew, me through change and chance he

guideth, only good and only true… (665)

Teach me thy patience; still with thee in closer, dearer company, in work that keeps faith sweet

and strong… (660)

In our joys and in our sorrows, days of toil and hours of ease, still he calls, in cares and

pleasures, “Christian, love me more than these… (550)

Lord of all eagerness, Lord of all faith, whose strong hands were skilled at the plane and the

lathe, be there at our labors, and give us, we pray, your strength in our hearts, Lord… (482)

The hymnal is a rich repository of faith. The words of some hymns come directly from the Bible. Most hymns

are poems that are inspired by and help to illuminate the scriptures. If you’ve never tried reading the hymns as

poetry, I think you’ll be in for a surprise. Although music can amplify the text, and helps us to commit it to

memory; reading the hymns as poetry allows us to slow down and ponder the truths found in each verse. Take

the time to explore the hymnal and let these poems of faith—spanning hundreds of years and encompassing

countless spiritual journeys— speak to you in a new way.

Here are some February Music Ministry events to put on your calendar:

February 5: The Choristers sing at the 9:00 a.m. service

February 22: Ash Wednesday: No Choristers Rehearsal. Adult Choir warm-up at 6:15 p.m.,

Service at 7:00 p.m.

February 26: The First Sunday of Lent: Great Litany sung at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

Best wishes for continued blessings in the New Year,

Mark

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Sharing Faith: Dinner Conversations

Thursday, April 26, 2012

How has your faith impacted your life? Please join the Episcopal Diocese of Texas for an evening of small group conversations, bringing

together members from different Episcopal churches where possible, about faith. The evening will begin

with a simple meal in parishioner homes across the diocese.

We are planning for this special spirit-filled event now! St. Mark’s will host 7-10 dinner groups; there

will be a host and moderator at each dinner with a maximum of 15 people attending. The role of the host

will be to provide the location (home, church, meeting space) and a simple meal for up to 15 participants

plus the host(s) and moderator.

The moderator will participate in a one-hour training prior to the event and will moderate the discussion

with questions provided by the diocese.

Lisa Martin is the Dinner Coordinator for St. Mark’s and will be our primary contact to help facilitate the

event for St. Mark’s. However, Lisa cannot do this alone—she needs your help as dinner hosts and

moderators! If you are willing to host or moderate one of the dinners, please contact Lisa at 512-431-

7716 or at dmartin12@austin.rr.com.

Participants will register online beginning on March 1. Response will be sent via email. Arrangements

will be made for those without Internet access. Guests will attend at the dinner dialogue evening on April

26 ready to make new friends and to share with others in the experience of faith in God.

Each of us has our own personal faith story, and sharing our stories deepens our own faith as well as helps

others to recognize how God has worked in their lives. On this evening of Sharing Faith, it is our hope

that you will experience a deeper understanding of your own faith as a Christian disciple and as an

Episcopalian.

Please make plans now to participate in this community-wide event!

Summer Activities for St. Mark’s Children

Mark your calendars for St. Mark’s Summer Activities!

The annual Heifer Living Gift Market will be held on the lawn at 11:00 a.m. on

Sunday, June 3. Join us for the fun!

Vacation Bible School for children 4 years through 6th

grade will be held on June

5 through 8. There will be childcare for young children of parent leaders. A VBS

team will be formed next month to begin planning. Please talk to Cathy Nelson if you are interested

in helping with VBS this year. We’d love to share this great experience with both you and your

children!

Camp Allen camps and events for children ages 8 through 18 years open on June 3.

Check the board in the Parish Hall for applications, or go to Camp Allen’s website,

http://www.campallen.org/summercamp/calendar, for on-line registration, registration

forms, information, and the calendar for campers and counselors.

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Christian Formation

For Adults – 10:00 a.m. Grace Chapel

During the month of February we will be preparing our hearts and minds for the season of Lent. We will

spend two weeks looking at two of the Church’s mystics: Julian of Norwich and St. Teresa of Avila.

Marie Peterek will talk to us the Sunday before the beginning of Lent about Journaling through Lent. On

the last Sunday of the month we will begin our five-week class on Wisdom Literature, which will be

taught by the Rev. Cecilia Smith.

February 5 The Mystics: Julian of Norwich

February 12 The Mystics: St. Teresa of Avila

February 19 Journaling through Lent

February 26 Wisdom Literature

For Children and Youth (by Cathy Nelson, Director of Religious Education)

We continue to make our way through the season of Epiphany this month. We will hear stories of Jesus’ healing of

Peter’s mother-in-law and a leper, and then of Jesus’ transfiguration. These stories of the “signs and wonders” of

Jesus remind us that he was sent by God to be the light of the world and to bring God’s kingdom to the world.

The season of Epiphany ends with the Pancake Supper on Tuesday, February 21, and the season of Lent begins on

Ash Wednesday, February 22. Families can attend one of three services here at St. Mark’s, at 7:15 a.m., 12:15 p.m.

or 7:00 p.m., for the imposition of ashes. At this time, when we confess our sins and ask God to “create in me a

clean heart,” we enter the forty days of Lent during which Christians imitate Jesus’ withdrawal into the wilderness

for forty days to fast, pray and spend time in self-examination.

The Wednesday evening Soup Suppers and music program can add meaning to the season. At home, families might

practice Lenten disciplines by giving up activities or things as a way of remembering or honoring the sacrifices that

Jesus made for us, and taking on something extra during Lent—saying special prayers, collecting money or food for

the poor, reading the Bible or spending more time at church—as a way of remembering what Jesus took on for us.

In the Godly Play class for Pre-Kindergartners and Kindergartners and the Godly Play Two class for 1st and 2

nd

graders, the children will hear two of the parables that Jesus told as he taught his followers, the Parable of the Good

Samaritan and the Parable of the Pearl, and on the first Sunday of Lent they will hear the Mystery of Easter.

The 3rd

, 4th

and 5th

graders are following the lectionary using the Living the Good News curriculum. This month,

the lessons will focus primarily on the Gospel readings from the book of Mark.

The Middle School class will continue to plan their own mission and ministry outreach activities, including helping

to collect money for the Souper Bowl of Caring; making Valentine’s Day cards for the neighbors who benefit from

the work of the Shower Ministry led by St. Mark’s women at the Trinity Street; and making Anglican rosaries to be

given to those who receive a pastoral care visit from Mother Elizabeth and Mother Susie.

Danielle Adkins and Aimee Tennant will lead the High School class in discussions about The Merchants of Cool, a

Frontline production about marketing products to youth.

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February Caffeine Ministry VESTRY CONTACT: ANDREW POYNOT

February 5 Early Mary & Kevin Cromack

Late Millie & Jim Casparis

February 12 Early Terry Dempsey & Marsha Topham

Late Sue & Jim Crowson

February 19 Early Maria & Mike Fuhrman

Late Amalia & Manuel de la Rota

February 26 Early Jewellyn & Scott Forrest

Late George & John De Marines

Early: Arrive 15 minutes before 9 a.m. service, make lemonade, set out cookies, etc. (Coffee will already be made.) Late: After 11 a.m. service, replenish cookies, and other supplies. After hospitality time, clean up all containers. Complete instructions are in the kitchen above the coffee maker. *If you are unable to make your time, contact the vestry member above to make other arrangements.

February Anniversaries

Darcy & Eric Goff 02/02

Jean & Frank Severn 02/02

Melissa & Thomas Pollard 02/10

Kay & Jay Brown 02/25

Jewellyn & Scott Forrest 02/27

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February Birthdays

Marie Aboussie 02/02 Maria Fuhrman 02/16

Sherrie Johnson 02/02 Robert Glover 02/16

Annaclaire Kepple 02/02 Jim Clark 02/19

Evelyn Eaton 02/03 Cort Considine 02/19

Flora Chambers 02/04 Sloan Kurak 02/19

Casey Smith 02/04 Mark Livingston 02/19

Paul Crigger 02/05 Avery Loyd 02/20

Jennifer Baumgart 02/06 Audrey Stephenson 02/20

Ella Hoopman 02/06 Kava Dann Lipp 02/21

Connor Lightsey 02/06 Margaret Schlankey 02/21

Sara Lubeck 02/06 Tim Hendricks 02/22

Mateo Moreno 02/06 Christopher Lowder 02/22

Barbara Wilson 02/06 Dolores Minor 02/22

Sarah Boyd 02/07 James Nelson 02/22

Bogie Flynn 02/08 Pam Wood 02/22

Sam Green 02/08 Nicholas Berndt 02/23

Phillip Harwell 02/08 Meredith Childs 02/23

Michael Huston 02/09 Manuel de la Rosa 02/23

Maria Lubeck 02/09 Greta Olivas 02/23

John Chenoweth 02/10 Millie Casparis 02/24

Jonathon Mayor 02/10 Stephanie Craven 02/24

Heather Azarmehr 02/12 Jeanne Erichson 02/24

Joe Eaton 02/12 Ashlynn Russey 02/25

Stephen Sharpe 02/12 Wenlan Lawrence 02/26

Timothy Irvine 02/13 James Beesley 02/27

Brian Kelly 02/13 Jackie Hall 02/27

Michael Portman 02/13 Laurie Mayor 02/27

David Randle 02/13 Liz Badger 02/28

Laura Van Wyk 02/13 Dean Corbae 02/28

Vicky Hill 02/14 Amy Newman 02/28

Ariston Awitan 02/16

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February Calendar

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1

1:15 p.m. Staff meeting

6 p.m. HE II/Healing

6:15 p.m. Choristers

6:30 p.m. Bible Study

w/Dick Wells

7 p.m. Adult choir

2 3

11 a.m.-First

Friday Book

Group:

The Story of

Edgar Sawtelle

by David

Wroblewski

4

8 a.m. CPG

(Contemplative

Prayer Group)

10:30 a.m. Gaining

Health

1:00 p.m. Chick Flick

(Place TBA)

5 5 Epiphany

Holy Eucharist

7:30 a.m. (I)

9 a.m. (II): Choristers

10 a.m. Christian Formation

10 a.m. Young Adults Group

Mtg.

11 a.m. (II)

Noon: Outreach Cmte Mtg.

4 p.m.: Boy Scouts

6

7

10 a.m.-noon Shower

Ministry

Trinity Center

Noon-Bible Study

7-8 p.m. Girl Scout

Leaders Mtg

8

6 p.m. HE II

6:15 p.m. Choristers

6:30 p.m. Bible Study

w/Dick Wells

7 p.m. Adult choir

9

10

Diocesan Council

– Bryan, TX

11

8 a.m. CPG

10:30 a.m. Gaining

Health Group

Diocesan Council –

Bryan, TX

12 6 Epiphany

Holy Eucharist

7:30 a.m. (I)

9 a.m. (II)

10 a.m. Christian Formation

11 a.m. (II)

Noon-DOK meeting

4 p.m.: Boy Scouts

13

7 p.m. Men’s

Group

14

10 a.m.-noon Shower

Ministry

Trinity Center

Noon-Bible Study

15

1:15 p.m. Staff

meeting

6 p.m. HE II

6:15 p.m. Choristers

6:30 p.m. Finance

7 p.m. Adult choir

Deadline for

Newsletter

submissions

16

17

NO SCHOOL-

AISD/Day

School out

18

8 a.m. CPG

10:30 a.m. Gaining

Health Group

5:30-8:30 p.m.

FWYC: Parents

Night Out

19 Last Epiphany

Holy Eucharist

7:30 a.m. (I)

9 a.m. (II)

10 a.m. Christian

Formation

11 a.m. (II) Choristers Sing

Noon: Environ Stewardship

Mtg.

Noon: Newcomers’ Reception

4 p.m.: Boy Scouts

20

NO SCHOOL-

AISD/Day

School out

21 Shrove

Tuesday

10 a.m.-noon Shower

Ministry

Trinity Center

Noon-Bible Study

6 p.m. Pancake

Supper

7 p.m. Vestry

22

Ash Wednesday

Service Schedule

7:15 a.m.

12:15 p.m.

7:00 p.m.

6:15 p.m. Adult Choir

Warm-up

NO Chorister practice

23

24

25

8 a.m. Contemplative

Prayer

10:30 a.m. Gaining

Health Group

26 1 Lent

Holy Eucharist

7:30 a.m. (I)

9 a.m. (II)

10 a.m. Christian

Formation

11 a.m. (I)

4 p.m.: Boy Scouts

27

12:30 p.m. Day

School Board

Meeting

6:30 p.m.

Women’s

Potluck &

Chick Flick

“Midnight in

Paris”

28

10 a.m.-noon Shower

Ministry

Trinity Center

Noon-Bible Study

6 p.m. CPG

29

6 p.m. Lenten Soup

Supper

7 p.m. Lenten Program &

HE II

6:15 p.m. Choristers

7 p.m. Adult Choir

practice

3

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February ROTA

TIME MINISTRY February 5 February 12

Youth Sunday February 19

February 26

Lent 1

Youth Sunday

March 4

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RV

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LECTOR Jon Dullnig Jill Collins Ameilia Sondgeroth Stephen White Pattie Rose

LEM Stephen White Stephen White Jill Collins Pattie Rose Jonea Raney ACOLYTE Stephen White Stephen White Jill Collins Pattie Rose Jonea Raney

USHERS Jon & Judith Dullnig Jonea Raney

Jill Collins

Danielle Adkins

Stephen White

Ed Shipsey

Al McKinney

Beth Chenoweth

Mary Smith

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0 a

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SE

RV

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LECTORS Mary-Alis Kelly (1)

Brian Kelly (2) Youth

Lynn Edgerton (1)

Phil Aboussie (2) Youth

Ken Whalen (1)

Nancy Kibler (2)

LEM Bill Kibler

Lynn Edgerton

Mike Thomasson

(only 1 LEM today)

Jeremiah Griffin

Carol Oppel

Robert Pace

Lynn Edgerton

Jeremiah Griffin

Bill Kibler

ACOLYTES

Carson Buckner

Abbe Kelly

Will Kelly

Clay Buckner

Casey Edgerton

Matt Forrest

Ben Forrest

Sam Forrest

Michael Brode

Ariel Smith

Bonnie Brode

Samuel Smith

Blake Cooper

Bennett Whalen

Ariston Awitan IV

Evan Overstreet

Connor Lightsey

Suzanne Lightsey

Kava Dann Lipp

Abigail Goff

USHERS

Mark Breen

Dee Ann Thomasson

Dick Wells

Dodie Wells

Mike Brode

Phil Aboussie

Ross Ramsey

Samuel Smith

Ken Whalen

Ariston Awitan III

John Edgerton

Casey Edgerton

Kevin Cromack

Mark Breen

Mike Brode

Ken Whalen

John Edgerton

GREETERS Jodi & Jay Doran Meredith Childs

Kevin Cromack Beth & Mike Brode

Kim Buckner

Michael Meigs Jodie & Jay Doran

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a.m

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SE

RV

ICE

LECTORS Suzann Dvorken (1)

Mary Ann Huston (2)

Dodie Wells (1)

Kimberly Horne (2)

Virginia Acker (1)

Michael Meigs (2)

Becky Janes (1)

Karen Milton (2)

Liz Davis (1)

Rex White (2)

LEM Robert Pace

Gary Taylor

Dru Cabler

(only 1 LEM today)

Robert Pace

Mary Ann Huston

Jay Brown

Brenda White

Jim Casparis

Robert Pace

ACOLYTES

Allison Camp

Patrick Camp

Emmaline

Baxter-Harwell

Clara Bogard

Wenlan Lawrence

Sophia Lawrence

Claire Cabler

Julia Comer

Alex Aboussie

Sara Thiessen

Clara Bogard

Luke Thiessen

Carey Stangl

Winston Baxter-

Harwell

Emmaline Baxter-

Harwell

Claudia Janes

Wes Johns

Patrick Camp

Max Genet

Asher Eaton

USHERS

Carolyn Wier

James Wier

Dan Bogard

Bo Overstreet

John DeMarines

Jim Casparis

Charles Brewer

Bob Peterek

Manuel de la Rosa

Jim Nolan

Henry Olivas

Lark Anthony

Jim Keahey

Yvonne Chavez

Frank Severn

Jean Severn

Jay Doran

Jodie Doran

Carolyn Wier

Jim Casparis

Henry Olivas

Frank Severn

GREETERS Jean Severn Shelly Botkin

Ryan Marquess Judy & Dave Elkins Lark Anthony Jean Severn

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ILD

Sat.

9:00

Jonea Raney-TC

Carolyn Wier

Millie Casparis

Karen Milton

Barbara Dody

Dee Ann Thomasson-

TC

Mary Irvine

Lynn Edgerton

Henry Olivas

Diana Stangl-TC

Dodie Wells

Tina Stonebarger

Helen Anderson

Doris Edgar

Meredith Childs-TC

Liz Davis

Judy Elkins

Bev Hicks

Bee Dolan

Jonea Raney-TC

Carolyn Wier

Barbara Dody

Henry Olivas

Karen Milton

PCC TBD Al McKinney Jean Severn TBD Al McKinney

Depositor Frank Severn Diane Brewer Jim Casparis John DeMarines Bo Overstreet

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Ash Wednesday February 29 March 7

Lector Dodie Wells Jonea Raney Meredith Childs Rex White Jill Collins

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Vestry Committees Staff

Beth Chenoweth, Sr. Warden

Vestry members: Danielle Adkins, Dan Bogard, Susan Bonnen, Kim Buckner, Beth Chenoweth, Meredith Childs, Lynn Edgerton, Kathy Genet, Becky Janes, Brian Kelly, Al McKinney, Bo Overstreet, Andrew Poynot, Ross Ramsey, Rex White

Acolytes: Jay Brown, Carol Oppel,

Mary Cromack & Kim Kiplin

Altar Guild: Millie Casparis

Building Committee: Amelia

Sondgeroth

Christian Formation:

Cathy Nelson

Communications:

Clarence Bonnen

Daughters of the King:

Jonea C.S. Raney

Women of St. Mark’s:

Yvonne Chavez and Judy Elkins

Facilities: Ray Smith

Finance: Mary Cromack

Outreach: Becky Poynot and Laurie

Mayor

Parish Life: Brenda White

Pastoral Care/Health Ministry:

Jonea C.S. Raney

Stewardship:

Amelia Sondgeroth

Ushers: Henry Olivas

Rector

The Rev. Elizabeth Zarelli Turner

Assistant Rector

The Rev. Susie Comer

Director of Religious Education

Cathy Nelson

Organist/Director of Music

Mark Reed

Seminarians Robert Pace

Jeremiah Griffin

Youth Minister

Head of Day School Gina Newton

Parish Administrator

Joanne Foote

Newsletter Editor Becky Janes

Deadline for the March 2012 St. Mark’s News is

Wednesday, February 15, 2012. Please submit your

article by email as an attachment to:

office@stmarksaustin.org.

St. Mark’s Episcopal Church 2128 Barton Hills Drive Austin, TX 78704 512.444.1449 www.stmarksaustin.org office@stmarksaustin.org

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