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VOLUME 98 ISSUE 12
Messenger JULY 22, 2009
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church - San Antonio, Texas
ph 210-226-2426 fax 210-226-2468 www.stmarks-sa.org
From the Rector
New Staff for Youth Ministry and
Children’s Christian Formation
By Mike Chalk, Rector
Todd Allison,
Youth Director A priority of St. Mark’s is the ministry to Enloe has served very effectively as the interim
our children and youth. Staffing is one way to Christian Formation Director the last couple of
illustrate a parish’s commitment to a ministry, years. Since Elaine needs to give more of her
and I am grateful to those individuals who have time to the administrative aspect of our parish,
responded to a call to serve in this capacity. we began a search for a Christian Formation
Todd Allison has served as our interim Director.
youth minister this past year. The success and In our search for this position, two very
growth of the program under his leadership led talented women came forward. Heather
me to conclude he was the right person to call Herschell and Jennifer Allison have been
to this position. A search process was selected to serve this vital ministry at St.
conducted under the able leadership of Tom Mark’s.
Jennifer Allison Kingery. Fine candidates were interviewed but Heather Herschell will serve as the
K-5th Grade the conclusion was Todd was the person to call Director of Early Childhood and Preschool
to this ministry. Christian Education. Her area of responsibility
Todd is married to Jennifer and has two will be to supervise the 3-5 year old Catechesis
children, Taylor and Scott. He is a graduate of of the Good Shepherd class, the Parents’ Day
Texas Christian University and is a Managing out program, nursery, Sunday morning
Agent with May Group—San Antonio, part of Children’s Chapel, ministry with New/
The May Group Nationwide Insurance Expectant Parents and oversee special events
company. Since Todd is employed he will for families.
depend upon the support of youth parents and Heather received a Masters of Education
is looking seriously for an intern to assist him from the University of Texas at Austin and is a
from one of San Antonio colleges.
Heather Herschell
As part of her work at St. Mark’s, Elaine (Continued on page 2)
Birth-5 years
Presiding Bishop extends “Thank You” to St. Mark’s Page 6
MINI-DIOCESAN GATHERING YOUTH FOOD BANK UPDATE ART & CHOIR SUMMER CAMPS
Inside Join us at TMI for a gathering of many
branches connected to ONE vine!
Find out how the generosity of St. Mark’s
paired with the mission of the Youth is
What is summer without camps? Get the
scoop on the Art Camp and the Choir Camp
This Issue —Page 3 changing lives!
—Page 5
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New Staff (Continued from page 1) grade enriched reading and English at the
The Messenger is published
Alamo Heights Junior High School. She
monthly and is available in PDF
format online at Doctoral Candidate at the same university. decided to retire from this position to spend
www.stmarks‐sa.org She was Head of St. James Episcopal more time with her children and begin work
Preschool in LaGrange, Texas. She is married on a Masters in Education.
Parish Clergy to Matt and they have two children, Mary and Jennifer graduated from Baylor University
The Rev. Michael D. Chalk John. in 2001 and taught in Fort Worth, Missouri
Rector Jennifer will be the Director of City, and Houston.
The Rev. Jonathan Wickham
Assistant Rector
Elementary Christian Formation. Essentially, Calling these two talented people to this
that means that she is to supervise the Godly ministry is an indication that St. Mark’s
Assisting Clergy
Play Classes for Kindergarten through 5th intends to grow. I am delighted that they are
The Rev. Dr. John Lewis
grades. Her new responsibilities also include adopting a program of which we are
Co‐director, The Work+Shop
The Rev. Jane Patterson Family Ministry, the Children’s Library, and immensely proud. Heather and Jennifer will
Co‐director, The Work+Shop development of Christian education in the no doubt enhance and develop a strong
Making a Gift
summer months. program of Christian formation.
of Their Service Jennifer served as the teacher for 6th
The Rev. Mary Earle
THE GIFTED YEARS CLASS
Assisting Priest
Staff
Jennifer Allison
Children’s Ministries Co‐Director
Todd Allison
By Betty Anne Cody
Youth Director
Priscilla Briones For the last five years, St. OF LIFE. We were so
Accounting
Mark’s has offered a glad to see over one
Janet Carrizales
Nursery Coordinator special ministry to our hundred thirty people
Bill Edwards members and their friends come for the whole day
Parish Administrator who are in the “second at St. Mark’s, hear very
Elaine Enloe half of life”. 2008-2009 inspiring messages and go
Clergy Executive Administrator
Database Manager
was the year of our study away refreshed and
Sandy Falkenberg of Joan Chittister’s book, hopeful. In addition to our
Cherub Choir Conductor THE GIFT OF YEARS. own members, some
Emmet Faulk About thirty-five of us came from other towns,
Information Technology enrolled in this class and other churches, and some
CAYA Worship Coordinator
Carolyn Gish
about fifteen to twenty from no church at all.
Parish Development gathered from week to And God was very
Heather Herschell week to read a chapter present.
Children’s Ministries Co‐Director and share our experiences
Melanie Lizcano and growth with each other. It has been a Beginning Tuesday, September 15, we will
Communications
Ruby Merrill
deepening time for all of us. We have come gather again to begin our study of another of
Facility Manager to understand ourselves and others better. Joan Chittister’s books, WELCOME TO THE
Pat Hutchison Noble We have grown in the knowledge that God is WISDOM OF THE WORLD. This is an
Community of Care present in all things and does actually give open group. You are invited and welcome to
Edwin Rieke
purpose to the times in our lives when we come and see whether you would like to be a
Organist & Dir. of Music
Kristin Roach find it so hard to understand and believe that part of the study and sharing that we do. We
Asst. Organist & Dir. of Music this can be so. are learning that chronological age makes so
little difference in our needs for spiritual
As our outreach ministry, in May we brought growth. We can all learn from this wise
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church
315 East Pecan St.
Paula D’Arcy, author, speaker, retreat leader, writer and from each other. More
San Antonio, TX 78205 for a day of renewal around the subject, A announcements in August and September, so
SPIRITUALITY FOR THE SECOND HALF think about joining us this fall.
ST. MARK’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH - SAN ANTONIO, TX
JULY 22, 2009 Page 3
A MINI-DIOCESAN GATHERING
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St. Philip’s St. Stephen’s St. Thomas Santa Fe St. Matthew’s
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10:15 a.m.—Meditation
Most of us think of the School as just a place for our
11:00 a.m.—Program
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What Does a Lector & Eucharistic
Minister Do?
By Patricia G. Bridwell
Have you thought about wanting to serve as a Lector or a older is invited to become a
Eucharistic Minister (or both)? If so, we invite you to Lector.
contact the church office (210-226-2426) and leave your
name, telephone number and e-mail address. In the Fall, St. A training and refresher session for new and returning
Mark’s would like to add several Lectors to read the Lectors and Eucharistic Ministers will be held on Saturday,
appointed lesson (unvested and from the congregation) for September 26. More information will be forthcoming closer
the 9 a.m. services and Eucharistic Ministers (vested) to read to the date. If you have any questions, please contact Pat
the lessons, offer intercessory prayers and serve the chalice Bridwell (after July 28) at 210-930-7199 or John Franco at
during Eucharist for the 7:45 a.m., 9 a.m. (prayers and chalice 210-865-8105.
only) and 11:15 a.m. services. Anyone aged 8th Grade and
The Rev. Andrew Thayer to Preach
July 26
By Mike Chalk, Rector
I have invited The Rev. Andrew Thayer, former tor of Philosophy degree in Theology. Andrew will
associate at St. Mark’s, to preach Sunday, July 26 preach at 7:45, 10:00, and at the CAYA service at
before he journeys to England to pursue a Masters 11:11. Come join Andrew, Kelsey, William and
of Study in Theology degree at the University of Natalie as they begin this exciting new chapter in
Oxford. This is his first step in pursuit of his Doc- their lives.
Melanie Lizcano Joins the Staff
By Emmet Faulk, Technology Manager
Melanie Lizcano has joined the St. Mark’s staff as beginning in August.
Interim Communications Coordinator. Melanie is
currently a senior at Our Lady of the Lake Prior to joining the staff, Melanie worked
University majoring in Public Relations and Graphic briefly as an intern at St. Mark’s where she
Arts. She will graduate in December with a exhibited the talent to earn her an
Bachelor’s. Until her graduation, Melanie will work opportunity to work with us.
as a part-time employee at St. Mark’s.
You can contact Melanie at
Her primary duties will include editing and layout of mlizcano@stmarks-sa.org with anything you
all publications associated with St. Mark’s parish would like published in The Messenger or in
Melanie Lizcano
(i.e., The Messenger, Sunday bulletins and Welcome our announcement pamphlet on Sundays.
Pamphlets, etc.). Along with those duties, she will
also publish our e-Messenger on a weekly-basis
ST. MARK’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH - SAN ANTONIO, TX
JULY 22, 2009 Page 5
YOUTH NEWS
By Todd Allison
collecting funds to assist the San approximately 400 service agencies that
Antonio Food Bank. help people in need. With the various
partnerships in place the SAFB is able to
For each dollar raised very generous turn each $1 donated into $13.00
benefactors (who wish to remain worth of nutritious food. So this means
anonymous) will match the donation (up there is a potential of St. Mark's being
to $10,000). Even more... for every able to provide over $250,000 worth of
dollar given directly from a youth or food to families here in San Antonio and
child’s own allowance or money the throughout Southwest Texas.
matching donation will be quadrupled. Please stop by the table throughout the
summer or contact any of the Youth to
The San Antonio Food Bank is one of donate.
Now through Sunday, August 30 the Jr. the most successful Food Banks in the
and Sr. High Youth of St. Mark's will be country distributing food to
Thanks to your already very
generous and continued
contributions the youth have
collected $2,709.00.
Donations from Youth Children:
$212.00
All Other Donations: $2,497.00
So when you include the matching contribution the Food Bank will have
the ability to purchase over $75,000.00 of food.
Please continue supporting our youth and donate towards our goal of
$10,000.00 by August 30.Youth representatives will be in the courtyard
each Sunday to accept any amount you are willing to contribute.
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Presiding Bishop Grateful for St. Mark’s Generosity
St. Mark’s received a thank you letter from the Presiding Bishop’s office from her visit to St. Mark’s in April 2009.
Visitors coming from as far as Austin participated in a very special worship service
and took part in her Q & A session. Bishop Schori enjoyed her visit with St. Mark’s
and it was a great day of celebration for our church.
ST. MARK’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH - SAN ANTONIO, TX
JULY 22, 2009 Page 7
By Brenda Kingery
When:
As an outreach project that celebrates the past 150
Monday August 17th – Friday August 21st 1:00‐3:30pm
years , but also the future, Artists of St Mark’s are offering
their time, talent and treasure to enhance the walls of Haven (The afternoons of the Boys and Girl’s Choir Camp)
for Hope. Artists of St. Mark’s have been working on
Paintings, Ceramic Wall Hangings and Textile Art this Who:
summer. Their work will be a permanent installation at the
Dental Clinic at Haven for Hope. All children & youth entering 2nd – 12th grades
The theme of the Artists is Genesis 1. Artists are tasked (Nursery is available for children of parent volunteers.)
to visually interpret God’s creation. This summer, Artists
have read different biblical interpretations of the creation
story. We’ve even read recent issues of the New Yorker,
What:
and the science section of the New York Times describing Come enjoy the last days of summer with us at St. Mark’s
“New glimpses of life’s puzzling origins”. It states “the Episcopal Church working with canvas and tile. Invite
origins of life on earth bristle with puzzles and paradox”. your friends and neighbors!
We’ve thought about light, darkness, day and night ,painted
expanses of water and dry land, created seed bearing plants, Children and youth will be divided into age appropriate
fruit trees, stars, birds and beasts. It has been fun and
classes and led by professional Artists to create original
inspiring. The St. Mark’s Artists participating are:
works of art based on readings of Genesis.
Judy and Jim Freeman Charles Field
Susan McCloskey Linda Hammond All artwork will be presented and blessed on Fine Arts
Linda Lang Brenda Kingery Sunday, August 23rd at and after the 10:00am service.
Jenny Crone Enedina Vasquez Many of the pieces will also be gifted to the Haven for
Patrice Oliver Hope as part of an art installation celebrating St. Mark’s
Also this summer, Art Camp will paint and batik the same
150th Anniversary. The artwork from the children and
Genesis theme. Linda Charlton of Southwest School of Arts youth will accompany professional canvases that are
and Crafts will be the summer art camp Director of Arts being painted and donated by Artists from the St. Mark’s
with Angela Baca as intern. Paula Chalk and Brenda Kingery community.
will coordinate the activities. Art Camp dates are August 17
to 21; ages are 2nd to 5th grade, 6th to 8th grade, and 9th to
12th grade. The summer art camp will draw youth of St. How:
Mark’s into the Biblical Creation Story, as found in the first Registration forms are available at the church office.
chapter of Genesis. There will be an exhibit and Sunday Cost is $30 per camper.
celebration with all the artista, and some work from
summer camp will be chosen for the Haven of Hope
collection.
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ATTENTION ALL 2nd – 6th GRADERS!!
It’s Boy and Girl Choir Camp Time!
That’s right – if you will be in 2nd-6th grade this year, we
want you to sing with the Boy and Girl choir! You may have heard us in church – we
sing every week at the 9:00 service.
We also look forward to:
PARTIES (bowling, swimming, skating – great times!)
Special services like Christmas Eve and Easter with bells, brass and timpani
Outreach beyond St. Mark’s like the Riverwalk and nursing homes
Our annual spring musical where we really let our hair down acting out our favorite Bible stories
At CHOIR CAMP we: make new friends and have a ton of fun! play games and watch musi-
cal videos! get a head start on new music for the year! learn about our church and our wor-
ship! sing hymns and psalms! eat Ruby’s great cooking for lunch!
This year our camp is August 17-21, from 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.! And new this year – you can stay to
participate in the Art Camp which takes place after lunch from 1:00 – 3:30. (Please note that you
must register for Art Camp separately.)
Please fill out and return the registration form to Ms. Roach at the church
or register online at www.stmarks-sa.org
2009 CHOIR CAMP REGISTRATION
NAME birthday age grade
Parent 1 name address zip
home ___-____-____ cell ___-____-___ work ___-____-____
email address(es) ____________________________________________
Parent 2 name address zip
home ___-____-____ cell ___-____-___ work ___-____-____
email address(es) ____________________________________________
Camper will be _____ picked up at 12:30 p.m. ______ staying for Art Camp
We need parent volunteers to assist with various activities during the week. Please check any
you could help with:
____ Send a healthy snack item. ____ Robe fitting on WED morning.
____ Snack chaperone (10-11 a.m.): MON TUES WED THUR FRI
____ Lunch chaperone (11:30-12:30 p.m.): MON TUES WED THUR FRI
ST. MARK’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH - SAN ANTONIO, TX
JULY 22, 2009 Page 9
From the Senior Warden
Highlights from Vestry June 2009
By Bill Smith, Senior Warden
June’s Vestry meeting started with a Biblical Reflection on Philippians 2:12‐16. This passage empha‐
sizes that we should continue the obedience to God that we have already displayed and that God contin‐
News of the Vestry
ues to affirm. Paul says that we should “hold fast to the word of life.” Paul goes on to say that the Philip‐
pians should “work out their salvation with fear and trembling.” The Vestry used this passage as a start‐
ing point for a discussion about how we might enrich our education programs for our children and con‐
tinue to develop youth ministry. We also considered the implications of the second paragraph of our vi‐
sion statement: “The entire St. Mark’s community affirms that children and youth are vital to a vibrant
parish life and are included in every aspect of our vision. We are committed to creative Christian forma‐
tion programs that guide and prepare children and youth to take their place in the full ministry of the com‐
munity.” After a spirited discussion, the Vestry enthusiastically supported Mike and Jonathan’s plan to
have 3 part time staff care for children and youth Christian formation. We think that Heather Herschell
and Jennifer Allison as co‐Directors of Christian Education, and Todd Allison as Youth Minister will allow
us to expand and improve our ministry. For more information, see Mike’s article on the front page.
Our current Rejoice balance is:
Income $8,018,298
Expenses $12,634,956
Balance ($4,616,658) —This amount was financed
The Finance Committee reported that our budget picture, in thousands, at the end of May is:
Budget May Actual May Budget YTD Actual YTD
Income ........................................... 140 97 700 740
Expense ......................................... 138 131 690 653
Balance .......................................... (34) 87
Please remember to keep your pledges up to date during the summer months.
John McClung reported that the first six months of “Café Kairos” was a great success. We served 2,870
meals providing food and hospitality to our parish family and guests so that they may better learn and live
the life of Christ through their participation in the life of the Church. The Vestry was glad to approve next
year’s ministry, and we have four teams ready to take responsibility for continuing foodservice, organized
on a weekly basis. They are: John and Mary McClung, Jan Briley, Donna Bardgett, and Karlene Black‐
burn. Pat Bridwell discussed Haven for Hope and her recent conversation with Paco Velez, Director of Ser‐
vices for the Food Bank. They are expecting to begin serving at H4H Prospects Courtyard next October, 3
cold meals a day, starting with about 150 clients building to 400 to 500 at capacity. They have a “general
outline” of what they will be doing, but there is, as yet, no Kitchen Coordinator on board. That person will
be responsible for coordinating volunteers and organizations. We have expressed to him that St. Mark’s
would like to participate in that ministry when the time comes. We will need to make decisions about
our Outreach Kitchen ministry prior to October. The Vestry remains excited about using our kitchen for
service to others. The Vestry would like to thank Doug and Linda Addington for all their hard work on the
Parish Picnic. It was wonderful.
Remember Environmental Stewardship Sunday, on August 9th. If you have any questions about this
report, contact me at wcsmith@att.net, Mike, or any of your Vestry members.
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News of the Family
Natalie Ribble, John Russell, Sarah Zachery Foster, Wally McGee, Clarissa
Strunk, Taylor Wyatt Olivares, Elizabeth Roberts, Sandra
August 16th Weber
AUGUST BIRTHDAYS Scott Allison, Evelyn Brown, Alan August 31st
August 1st William Radke, Jordan Rubiola Julia Grace, Janet Hughes, Kimberly
Mary Margaret Amberson, Shane August 17th Marks, Jami Timmons, Nan Watson
Boone, Linda Arnold Montgomery, Joseph Campbell, Bill Conner,
Patrick Watson Middleton English, Caroline Laurence
August 2nd August 18th
Hank Cavender, Tod Cavender, Amy Helen Ballew, Ali Fowler, John LeFlore, In Compassion
Phipps, Paul Tellock Lynn Mims, Jean Murphree, Kelly Our love and prayers are
August 3rd Ranson, George Spencer, Alex with the family
Mary Jane Adams, Heather Davis, Townsend and friends of:
Madeline Merritt, Louise Taylor, Jill August 19th
Vassar Erik Frederick, Michelle Gregurich, John Bill Townsend (6/21/2009)
August 4th Guidry, Mally Holdsworth, Bill Jackson, Val Adams (6/28/2009)
Grace Marie Lillibridge, Susan Stewart, Sabra Morse, Howard Schneider Margaret Oatman (7/1/2009)
John David Waltrip August 20th Eddyth Worley (7/2/2009)
August 5th David P. Carter, Ellen Dickson, Nick Dr. Hugo Elmendorf (7/6/2009)
Earl Fae Eldridge, Rog Gaebel, Shelby Joyner, Elizabeth McEnery, Grace
Lane, Paige Martin Ohlenbusch, Chuck Shaw, Shannon
August 6th Stephens
Grove Ramsey August 21st Lenten Luncheons Report
August 7th Christine Dobbins, Joshua Ham, Willis St Mark’s Lenten Luncheon
Catherine Crowley McClung, John Ohlenbusch, James Uhl, Outreach Committee is
August 8th Michele Yetman, Bartell Zachry very happy to announce
Lisa Anderson, John Oatman, Carla August 22nd that the final accounting is
Sherman, Julie Wilson, Sally Dooley, Mary Lois Richter, Martita complete and this year’s
August 9th Seeligson, Ryan Vaughn, Bill Yates Lenten Luncheons netted
Emilio Ortiz, Adam Shank, Calvin Smith, August 23rd $4,278.81 after expenses. We were only
Judi Stanton, Russell Wilson open for business for 8 days so this was not
Diego Cruz, Beth Forsen, Jan Smith,
August 10th bad. It is the feeling of everyone that we
Cliff Waller, Joan Wyatt need to look into the wholesale prices of our
Haley Holmes August 24th food products. Next year we will be going to
August 11th Nan Clausel, Alberto Muzquiz, Robin all wholesalers in San Antonio hoping to get
Martin Down, David Rochelle, Dee Voight, James Williams better prices since this seems to be where
Whiteside August 25th most of the expenses originated. Customers
August 12th Julie Mock, Albert R. Vale were very generous with their tips for the
Evelyn Fitzsimons, Brian Gilroy, August 26th Food Bank. We were able to send them a
Merlynne Judd Sarah Digby, Rink Donnelly, Denise check for $1,432.11. The Good Samaritan
August 13th Welmaker Center, Christian Dental Clinic, Christian
Pam Bain, Allison Lozano, Ellen Martin, Assistance Ministries, Morningside Ministries,
August 27th
Ellen Sealy San Antonio Metropolitan Ministries, Woman
Van Howard, John Hudson at the Well, and Habitat for Humanity each
August 14th August 29th received a check for $611.25. A grateful
Kimberly Baker, Lee Cavender, Vanessa Caroline Crider, Parks Goodwin, Cal “thank you” to each and every one of you
Hudson, Robert Schuler, Amy Shank, Koontz, Gordon Lewis, Claire that helped this year.
Caroline Walker Loranger, Zander Thomas
August 15th August 30th Judy Rux and Lorrie Uhl
Susan Cavender, Michael Connor, Linda Addington, John Colglazier,
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JULY 22, 2009 Page 11
2009 CALENDAR
Tuesday, August 18
Every Week Boy & Girl Choir Camp at St. Mark's (9-12:30)
Summer Art Camp (1:00pm-3:30pm)
Tuesdays
5:30pm Vestry
9am Staff Meeting: Room #305
Wednesday, August 19
10am Pray-Ers: Room #102
Boy & Girl Choir Camp at St. Mark's (9-12:30)
Wednesdays
Summer Art Camp (1:00pm-3:30pm)
7am Reflection Group: Diocesan Center
6:30pm Education for Ministry
9:30am-3:30pm Parents’ Day Out: Nursery, 1st floor
Thursday, August 20
10am Study and Eucharist: Diocesan Center
Boy & Girl Choir Camp at St. Mark's (9-12:30)
10am Hands of Hope Tapestry Group: Diocesan Center
Summer Art Camp (1:00pm-3:30pm)
12:10pm Eucharist: Church
6:30pm Parish Choir Rehearsal
Thursdays
Friday, August 21
6:30pm Parish Choir Rehearsal: Choir Room, 3rd floor
Boy & Girl Choir Camp at St. Mark's (9-12:30)
Fridays
Sunday, August 23
9:30am-3:30pm Parents’ Day Out, 1st floor
11:11am "Come As You Are" Worship w/Baptism
1pm Sack Lunch Ministry: Courtyard
Wednesday, August 26
4:00pm Cherub Choir
Upcoming Events 5:30pm Boy & Girl Choir
Sunday, August 2 6:30pm Education for Ministry
10:00am Grigsby Baptism and Rite II Eucharist 7:00pm Youth Choir
2:00pm Naval Academy Parents' Club Thursday, August 27
Monday, August 3 6:30pm Parish Choir Rehearsal
5:30pm Discipleship for Leadership Meeting Saturday, August 29
Tuesday, August 4 10:00am Women's Mini Gathering: TMI
12:00pm Liturgy Meeting
5:00pm SAMM Team Meeting
Wednesday, August 5
6:00pm Youth Leadership Meeting
Sunday, August 9
Environmental Stewardship Sunday
Wednesday, August 12
6:30pm Education for Ministry
Thursday, August 13
Family Camp at Mustang Island (St. Mark's Weekend)
Friday, August 14
Family Camp at Mustang Island (St. Mark's Weekend) 7:45am Eucharist
5:00pm Seale-Buescher Rehearsal
Saturday, August 15 9am Adult Christian Formation
Family Camp at Mustang Island (St. Mark's Weekend) 10am Combined Eucharist
6:00pm Seale-Buescher Wedding 11:11am Come As You Are Worship: Tom
Sunday, August 16
Family Camp at Mustang Island (St. Mark's Weekend) Gish Hall
Monday, August 17 Nursery provided for all services
Boy & Girl Choir Camp at St. Mark's (9-12:30) Every Wednesday Holy Eucharist at 12:10pm in the Church
Summer Art Camp (1:00pm-3:30pm)
10:00am Parish Aid & St. Nicholas
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Good Samaritan Conference
By Bill Edwards
In June, St. Mark’s hosted the Good example, it was important to visibly monitor the flow of the
Samaritan Youth Conference for eight days participants moving from Gosnell Hall to the six “break out”
with at least eighty-five 16 to 20-year-olds rooms and then traveling to the serving line for lunch. As
attending each day. The purpose of mentioned before, this experience
the conference was to make was a valuable lesson in the use of St.
available the opportunity to Mark’s Parish House.
investigate careers by visiting the St. Mark’s thanks Good Samaritan
physical locations of companies and for their confidence in our ability to
attending the seminar presentations host such an event. Good Samaritan
at St. Mark’s. was very complimentary of the St.
This eight day conference was a Mark’s staff and the Parish House-I
wonderful learning experience for must say I am not surprised at the
the staff at St. Mark’s as we comments toward the staff and the
discovered new and better ways to Parish House. A job well done and
deal with such large groups. For thank you!
Youth Choir Calling all Singers
Dear 7th-12th graders: first time. This year we’ll
KICK-OFF RETREAT also join the Parish Choir for
Hope the summer has been several special events, con-
great for you! As you already
Saturday, August 22nd 9am – 3pm cluding with an 11-day resi-
know, the start of school 1st Wednesday rehearsal dency at Ely Cathedral in
means the start of many ac- England!
tivities. At St. Mark’s this
August 26th, 7pm If you’ve ever thought about
means that it’s time for joining the Youth Choir, this
YOUTH CHOIR to start **MUSIC, FRIENDS, and FUN ** is a great time to check it
back up as well! out!
The Youth Choir sings throughout the year, including special We need singers and those who think they can’t sing!
services at Thanksgiving, Christmas, Good Friday and Easter. We need high-schoolers and middle-schoolers!
We do service projects like Christmas caroling to shut-ins. We need guys and girls!
We’ve presented musicals and concerts in dinner theater and We need YOU!
talent shows, and last year wrote our OWN musical for the
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ST. MARK’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
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San Antonio, Texas, 78205
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