IN THIS ISSUE:

Finance Report

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Parish News

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Adult Formation

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Parish Retreat Pics

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Youth Ministries

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Children & Family

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Birthdays

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ST. MARK’S

EPISCOPAL CHURCH 315 E. Pecan St.

San Antonio, Texas 78205

(210) 226-2426

www.stmarks-sa.org

stmarks@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 | efaulkjr@stmarks-sa.org

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

cmorehead@stmarks-sa.org.

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 | cmorehead@stmarks-sa.org

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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. | youth@stmarks-sa.org

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 | gjackins@stmarks-sa.org

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 gjackins@stmarks-sa.org.

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 gjackins@stmarks-sa.org 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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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