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The monthly newsletter of St. Mark's Episcopal Church, San Antonio.
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IN THIS ISSUE:
Finance Report
Page 2
Parish News
Page 3
Adult Formation
Page 4
Parish Retreat Pics
Page 5
Youth Ministries
Page 6
Children & Family
Page 7
Birthdays
Page 8
ST. MARK’S
EPISCOPAL CHURCH 315 E. Pecan St.
San Antonio, Texas 78205
(210) 226-2426
www.stmarks-sa.org
Office hours: Monday thru
Friday 9:00a.m.-5:00p.m.
Emergency Pastoral Care:
210-507-0256
Monthly Newsletter of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church
themessenger June 2015 VOLUME 104 ISSUE 6
“Will you continue in the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in the
prayers?” BCP p. 304
When we recite the baptismal covenant in worship, we are asked about how and when we will be
involved in community. There are many ways we do this, but Sundays are always a good
opportunity. Despite the old joke about Episcopalians thinking that God trusts us enough to take
the summer off, there are wonderful opportunities to still participate in our common life when
you are in town.
During the summer our pace shifts, as does our service schedule. These changes bring with them
new opportunities. I want to really encourage you to take advantage of the many offerings we
have over the summer. Whether it is coming to Vacation Bible School, the Youth Summer
Outreach Weekend, or volunteering in one of our many ongoing outreach ministries, the summer
gives us a wonderful chance to try something new.
In our One Body, Many Menu group gatherings, there has been a consistent theme articulated
around our deep desire to know one another. Being creatures of habit, we might typically go to a
particular service and then miss out on the opportunity to know people who attend other services.
The combined 10am service in the summer gives us a great opportunity to see people we might
not normally see and worship with one another. If you have plans later in the day, why not come
and try the 7:45 am Rite I service? Looking for something more contemplative? Try the 4pm
service in Bethlehem Chapel.
Christian formation on Sundays also continues at 9am throughout the summer for all ages. I am
particularly excited about an adult offering we will feature. Each week, different people from the
parish will share their favorite bible stories and how it has formed their spiritual journey. Join us
at 9am in Bethlehem Chapel to learn more about one another in the context of our common
biblical story.
There are also many special outreach opportunities coming up this summer, so read in this issue
and our weekly e-news about ways you can think about making that a part of your routine as
well.
However you decide to participate, take the time to meet someone in the parish you haven’t had a
chance to know. Don’t worry about whether they have been members for decades or are visiting
for the first time. Just offer the gift of yourself and the relationship we already share in Jesus
Christ.
Peace,
Beth+
F R O M T H E R E C T O R
A Chance to Be With
One Another
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2015 Giving Update
Emmet Faulk, | Parish Business Administrator | [email protected]
Below is an update on giving as of Wednesday, May 27, 2015. At this point, we are below our projections for 2015. If you have not pledged, please consider pledging today. Thank you!
ONLINE PLEDGING IS NOW AVAILABLE!
If you have not already pledged, please visit our website at
http://stmarks-sa.org/#/home/2015-pledge
The Messenger is published
monthly and is available in
magazine format online at
www.stmarks-sa.org.
Parish Clergy
The Rev. Beth Knowlton Rector
The Rev. Carol Morehead Associate Rector
Making a Gift of Their Service
The Rev. C. Douglas Earle
Assisting Priest
The Rev. Mary Earle
Assisting Priest
The Rev. Dr. John Lewis
Co-Director, The Work+Shop
The Rev. Dr. Jane Patterson
Co-Director, The Work+Shop
The Rev. Linda Ricketts
Assisting Priest
Staff
Todd Allison Youth Director
Priscilla Briones
Finance Manager
Catherine Cardenas Children’s Ministry Intern
Janet Carrizales Nursery Director
Joseph Causby
Director of Music & Organist
Emmet Faulk
Parish Business Administrator
Erin Hughes
Youth Ministries Assistant Director
Gail Jackins
Children & Families Ministries
Director
Marsha Kimura
Music Department Administrator
Jesse “Chuy” Mendoza
Kitchen Manager/Chef
Ruby Merrill
Facilities Supervisor &
Receptionist
Pat Hutchison Noble
Community of Care
Amanda Quisenberry
Youth Ministries Assistant
Dr. Edwin A. Rieke
Dir. of Music & Organist Emeritus
Callie Sanchez
Families & Children’s Ministries
Intern
Derek Shively
Head Sexton
Leah Thomas
Special Events Coordinator
St. Mark’s Episcopal
315 E. Pecan St.
San Antonio, TX 78205
www.stmarks-sa.org
Below is the budgeted financial report for April 2015.
FINANCE REPORT
April Financial Report
As of: 5/27/15 2015 Pledge Up Down New NoCH
TOTALS $1,659,598 $183,358 ($30,235) $76,982
# Pledges 348 176 32 36 104
AVERAGE $4,769 $1,042 ($945) $2,138
Median Pledge $2,400 $325 ($463) $1,650
2015 FINANCIAL REPORT
Actual for Period
Budgeted for Period
Pledge Revenue $209,615 $151,667
Non Pledged Giving $6,327 $13,375
Open Plate Giving/Seasonal Giving $13,594 $12,064
Other Revenue (e.g., parking lot) $40,037 $46,123
TOTAL REVENUE: $269,573 $223,229
TOTAL EXPENSES: $202,231 $221,177
REVENUE OVER EXPENSES: $67,342 $2,052
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PARISH NEWS
What Makes a Ministry Successful?
By Dina Aboul-Saad
The Commission on Ministry, in asking about the status of the Saint Mark’s Science Initiative, has prompted this question: What makes a ministry successful? Should it be measured by longevity? By the number of volunteers? Or by the measurable impact?
A group of concerned St. Mark’s parishioners made up of education administrators, teachers, and parents convened in 2005/2006 to discuss the need to nurture an interest in math and science among elementary and middle school children in San Antonio. We faithfully set about researching the issue, identifying partners, and establishing relationships – particularly with the Hawthorne Academy. Our core thinking revolved around how to identify aptitude among students who hadn’t had the opportunity to wonder and hypothesize and experiment without the pressure of standardized tests. We set about providing the resources requested by the school, both in volunteer hours and
funding for software and an on-campus summer academy. Over the course of six years, we built up a rapport and partnership with the teachers and administration that led to enthusiasm among students for science. After two years of the summer science academy, two to three weeks of full day science programming, the school developed a waiting list. Parents were calling the teachers to find out how to enroll their children. And by the measure of student diaries, pre and post assessments, and even test scores, we were making progress. In a related initiative, dozens of you engaged as coaches to motivate and encourage students to compete in UIL, an inter-school academic competition program. You offered your expertise in math, science, geography, language, art, and music. Maybe most importantly, you made an offering of your friendship and attention to Hawthorne students. Since we started working with the Hawthorne Academy in 2006, over 650 students have benefited from enrichment programming made possible by the generosity of this parish. And now this ministry has come to a conclusion due to a variety of constraints. But by every measure that matters – abiding with our neighbors, caring about the needs of others, and meeting need where we find it – it has been a success. A wise school administrator once told me, “everything in its time.” Isn’t ministry healthiest when the energy of the parish intersects with the need of the wider community? If so, then ministry surely follows a natural life cycle. Thanks to all who invested time, talent, and treasure in this ministry.
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T his summer we welcome members of the parish who will share with us their favorite bible stories. Join
us on Sundays at 9:00am in Bethlehem Chapel to hear how God has worked through the written word to lead
those with whom we share this community of faith. For more details, see the website or email Carol at
Sunday Offerings
Bible Stories: How the Word Shapes and Transforms Us
June 7 Tina Kuykendall - I John 4: How a Southern Baptist made me a better Episcopalian June 14 Dan Morehead - Forcing God to Do the Right Thing: Jacob Wrestle with God June 21 Andrew Morrison - Genesis 1:31: And Behold, It was Very Good: Why Christians should not hate the world June 28 Mary Carolyn Watson - The Story of Esther: Redefining Comfort Zone
July 5 NO CLASS July 12 Jill Vassar - Ecclesiastes 3: Godly Play - The Church Calendar July 19 Gillian Cook - God Intended It for Good': The Story of Joseph - and Us
July 26 Carl Leafstedt - Psalm 95: Let us Make a Joyful Noise. Or, What Goes Through the Mind of a College Music Professor When Singing Hymns at St. Mark's August 2 Don Lucas - Gender, Sex, Marriage, and Power—One Psychologist’s Perspective on Adam and Eve August 9 Jane Patterson - Jacob's Ladder: Meeting God in the Middle of Nowhere August 16 Sylvia Maddox August 23 James Dennis - John 21: Three Questions and a Charcoal Fire August 30 Go to Fall Schedule; Ministry Faire
Midweek Offerings
Wednesdays
Mid-Week Bible Study will resume on September 9th.
Daughters of the King Book Study will resume on September 9th.
Thursdays
Time Out Bible Study will continue the close reading of the gospel of Mark on September 10th.
Mesa Redonda is taking June off; stay tuned for further plans.
Adult Christian Formation The Rev. Carol Morehead | Associate Rector | [email protected]
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Parish Retreat at Mustang Island
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YOUTH MINISTRIES
WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/SMCYOUTH @SMYGSA #SMYGSA
Todd Allison, Youth Director | Erin Hughes, Assistant Youth Director | AmandaQuisenberry, Ministry Assist. | [email protected]
F R I D A Y, J U N E 5 GOOD SAMARITAN CENTER &
TAKING IT TO THE STREETS DINNER
S A T U R D A Y, J U N E 6 SA PETS ALIVE & SIX FLAGS
S U N D A Y, J U N E 7 10AM WORSHIP AT ST. MARK’S
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: MAY 21st
(SCHOLARSHIP ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE)
7th ANNUAL ST. MARK’S YOUTH MINISTRIES
PER PERSON (INCLUDES SIX FLAGS)
HAPPENING 131 August 7-9, 2015,
St. Mark’s, San Antonio
Happenings are spiritual renewal weekends for high school
students in grades 10 through 12. The diocese sponsors three
weekends each year in various locations. For more
information, contact Todd Allison or Erin Hughes, or visit
http://www.dwtx.org/calendar-events/happening/
For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord,“plans to pros-per you and not harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’
Jeremiah 29:11
CLASS OF 2015
Parker Cassidy William Cotton Alexandra Dorn Claire Johnson Macky Lopez
Juan Carlos Rodriguez Jonah Slocum Donnie Soward
Albert ‘Seis’ Steves VI Wilson Taylor
Margaret Vassar
St. Mark’s would like to recognize our senior acolytes for their faithful dedication, service, and leadership.
Alexandra Dorn Claire Johnson
Margaret Vassar
YOUTH GATHERINGS SUMMER 2015
Youth Formation - 9am Sundays (Youth Suite)
Summer Outreach Weekend - June 5-7
Episcopal Night at the Ball Park - July 12
Youth Night Out! - August 19
Acolyte Training/Meeting - August 23 (8:30am)
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2015 VBS at St. Mark’s St Mark’s is excited to host Camp Discovery VBS this summer from 9:00am to noon,
Monday through Thursday, June 22-25. Mrs. Shea Pollom and the Vacation Bible
School committee are planning a wonderful experience for children age 4 and older,
including programming for younger children of adult volunteers. At Camp Discovery,
kids have fun as they explore the Bible, make new friends, sing songs, and learn how
Jesus works through them in their everyday lives. Campers discover Bible truths that
excite and challenge them. Jesus, our True North, gives campers the wisdom and the courage to step out in faith and
serve—whether they’re at school, playing with friends, or helping out at home. There will also be an Outreach
component for VBS. Pick up a list of items we are collecting, and help others while having fun together.
Register campers at stmarks-sa.org/#/formation-ministries/2015-vbs.
Please remember to mail in the suggested fee of $25 per child with a family cap of $50.
After registering, mail your fee to St Mark’s, 315 East Pecan St, 78205.
CHILDREN & FAMILY MINISTRIES
Gail Jackins | Director of Children and Families Ministries | [email protected]
Camp Capers
Day Camp
at St Mark’s
This summer, St. Mark’s will host Camp Capers Day
Camp on June 15 to 19. Day campers will be here
from 9:00 to 3:00 and bring a lunch from home each
day. This new offering is designed for children who
haven't been to Camp Capers before but are
considering attending, children who don’t sleep away
from home, and inviting other children who would
enjoy a fun, meaningful week sharing the transforming,
unconditional love of Jesus Christ. St Mark’s will
provide facilities and supplies, snacks, volunteers, and
host families who will provide housing for the Camp
Capers staff. Camp Capers counselors and staff will be
the leaders of programs and activities.
Specifically, we are in need of
*7 host families to provide room, meals, and daily
transportation to/from St Mark’s for pairs of 2
Camp Capers Staffers for the week;
*Funds to purchase craft supplies;
*Snacks for the Day Campers and Capers staff;
*Adults and older teens to volunteer that week.
If you have questions or are interested in supporting
this new opportunity for Camp Capers and St Mark’s,
contact Gail at [email protected].
Summer Sunday mornings
Once again this summer, we will combine all Sunday School
classes from 1st to 6th grade on the 2nd floor. Our regular
children’s formation ministers will be on summer break. Miss
Callie and Miss Gail will keep the program going for the
summer, but they will need an occasional substitute. Please
email [email protected] if you’re available to
occasionally be a substitute – we always have two adults in any
room with children.
This summer’s class will coordinate with the Bible lessons that
we hear in church on that Sunday. We will continue Children’s
Chapel during the 10:00 service during the summer.
Episcopal Night at the Missions Baseball Game The annual Episcopal Night at the Missions game will be held
Sunday, July 12, when the San Antonio Missions take on the
Tulsa Drillers at 6:05 p.m. The Puffy Taco will be available for
pictures with the first 500 children, and children can run the
bases after the game. Tickets are $8.00 each (ages 2 and under
are free); and you can also purchase a voucher for a hot dog,
soda, and chips for $6.00. Use the link below to order tickets,
then mail a check to the Diocese of West Texas, and your tickets
can be picked up beginning July 7 at the church you list on the
form. Questions? Contact Leigh Saunders in the diocesan
office.
http://www.dwtx.org/download_file/view/1851/
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The Messenger (USPS 514-020)
Published Monthly (3rd Wednesday) ST. MARK’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
315 East Pecan Street, San Antonio, Texas, 78205 Telephone: (210) 226-2426
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Rector/Editor-in-Chief: The Rev. Beth Knowlton Layout & Graphic Design: Emmet Faulk e-mail articles [email protected]
Article deadline is 3rd Friday of each month
JUNE BIRTHDAYS
1-Jun Daisy Bousquet, Leo Bowen, Doan Brahm,
Ruth Burink, Susan Frost, Jessica Hall, Meredith Key,
Jason Luce, Bob Szczepanski, Jean Van Gee,
John Watson
2-Jun Sadie Kaliski, Ruby Merrill, Pat Noble,
Angela Torres-Lopez
3-Jun William Cotton, Mollie Zachry
4-Jun Stephen Cavender, Harry Greer, Steve Hays
5-Jun Beau Watson
6-Jun Josie Breazeale, Elizabeth Cave, Tom McCloskey,
David Solis, Tim Ward
7-Jun Sharon Bothe, Matthew Gish, Jim McNeel,
Angus Ranson
8-Jun W. B. Cavender, Mike Duffey, Tammy Edmondson,
Deborah Yancy
9-Jun Randy Barber, Phoenix Braly, Ashley Gilroy,
Erin Klanica
10-Jun Laura Galindo, Fayth Ham, Victoria Locke,
Amanda Quisenberry, Gloria Villanueva,
Julie Wilkinson
11-Jun Christopher Check, Todd Piland, Ava Redmond,
Andrew Sherwood, Sara Sherwood, Jim Zachry
12-Jun Blake Bonner, Peter Gainey, Kate Smelko,
Edward Steves
13-Jun David Hernandez, Claire Johnson, Mitchell Maren,
Maren Mitchell, Julia Scheibe, Donnie Soward
14-Jun Laura Cadwallader, Henry Dent, Deborah Hays
15-Jun Andy Besing, Joan Blakemore, Ed Keetch
16-Jun Hannah Minister, Bailey Voight,
Christina Zimmerhanzel
17-Jun Mike Check, John Frierson, Lila Paige Griffin,
Frank Jones, Will McDonough, Craig Stokes
18-Jun Nils Pearson, Adam Thomas
19-Jun Jonathan Cotton, Quinn Moody
20-Jun Grey Hawkins
21-Jun Norb Cole, Bill Matthews, Catherine McNeel
23-Jun Sam Clements, John Long, Lisa Lucas, Tripp Voight
24-Jun Kim Casey, Lily Ruth Doyle, David Foglesong,
Lee Holder, Travis Long, Robert Tucker
25-Jun Hewitt Matthews, Devin Mullen, Felicity Orgill,
Ann Sampson
26-Jun Rowe Blount, Susan Bowman, Genevieve Lillibridge,
Kate Vetters, Golly Younger
27-Jun Adam Duncan, Rebekah Redmond
28-Jun Anne Ivy, Ava Satel, Henry Satel, Jose Sena,
Juliana Wilson
29-Jun Annabell Ames, Anne Connor, Beth Hawkins,
Ben McPherson, Alex Westmoreland
30-Jun Mike Gonzalez, Laura Lye, Bea McFadden,
Sarah Taylor Talaat