November 2013 St. Mark’s News Volume 16/Issue10 From the Rector The Gospel reading for October 13 was the account of Jesus healing ten lepers – only one of whom returned to give praise to God and to thank Jesus for healing him. That evening we were having dinner with friends from All Saints, during which the question was asked if gratitude and thankfulness are synonymous. Initially, our answer was “yes” but then it was suggested that gratitude has an object (God/the one who gives), whereas thankfulness has a subject (that for which we are thankful). In the weeks since I have found myself thinking about both gratitude and thankfulness. A dictionary definition of gratitude is “a feeling of thankfulness or appreciation, as for gifts or favors.” A dictionary definition of thankfulness is “Aware and appreciative of a benefit; expressive of gratitude.” So, according to these two definitions, gratitude is the feeling of appreciation, and thankfulness is its expression. November is a good month for considering those things for which we are grateful, and for expressing our gratitude by being thankful. November is also a good month for considering the source of those people and things for which we are grateful and for taking the time to offer thanks and praise. The month of November begins with our ingathering of pledge/commitment cards for the Mission and Ministry of St. Mark’s, and concludes with our national holiday, Thanksgiving. While it is true that the Mission and Ministry of St. Mark’s is the recipient of our pledges, they are meant to be an expression of both gratitude and thankfulness; an expression of thankfulness for those benefits bestowed on us by God. Our pledges are both gifts and obligations: the obligation of giving back to God 10% of what God has given us. And then there is that Thanksgiving feast at the end of the month – a feast that calls to mind pilgrims, Native Americans, and harvest. It may be the case that there is only a small distinction between gratitude and thankfulness, but upon reflection I would argue that we can have an “attitude of gratitude” even if we may not be thankful for all of our current circumstances. Gratitude requires attention and cultivation. Melanie Greenberg, a clinical psychologist says, “Experiencing and expressing gratitude is an important part of any spiritual practice. It opens the heart and activates positive emotion centers in the brain. Regular practice of gratitude can change the way our brain neurons fire into more positive automatic patterns. The positive emotions we evoke can soothe distress and broaden our thinking patterns so we develop a larger and more expansive view of our lives. To begin bringing gratitude into your life, you can deliberately meditate on all the things in your own life that help you or give you pleasure. You can write a gratitude diary, posting pictures and writing about the things you feel grateful for each day.” Gratitude has both psychological and spiritual benefits. Here are a few quotes about gratitude: “Gratitude is when memory is stored in the heart and not in the mind.” (Lionel Hampton) In this Issue From the Rector ................. 1 Vestry Highlights ................ 2 Outreach ............................ 4 Parish Life .......................... 4 Music Notes ....................... 6 Christian Formation ............ 7 Parishioner Highlights ........ 9 Caffeine Ministry .............. 10 Celebrations ..................... 11 ROTA ............................... 12
Transcript
November 2013
St. Mark’s News Volume 16/Issue10
From the Rector
The Gospel reading for October 13 was the account of Jesus healing ten lepers – only one of whom returned to
give praise to God and to thank Jesus for healing him. That evening we were having dinner with friends from
All Saints, during which the question was asked if gratitude and thankfulness are synonymous. Initially, our
answer was “yes” but then it was suggested that gratitude has an object (God/the one who gives), whereas
thankfulness has a subject (that for which we are thankful). In the weeks since I have found myself thinking
about both gratitude and thankfulness. A dictionary definition of gratitude is “a feeling of thankfulness or
appreciation, as for gifts or favors.” A dictionary definition of thankfulness is “Aware and appreciative of a
benefit; expressive of gratitude.” So, according to these two definitions, gratitude is the feeling of appreciation,
and thankfulness is its expression.
November is a good month for considering those things for which we are grateful, and for expressing our
gratitude by being thankful. November is also a good month for considering the source of those people and
things for which we are grateful and for taking the time to offer thanks and praise. The month of November
begins with our ingathering of pledge/commitment cards for the Mission and
Ministry of St. Mark’s, and concludes with our national holiday, Thanksgiving.
While it is true that the Mission and Ministry of St. Mark’s is the recipient of our
pledges, they are meant to be an expression of both gratitude and thankfulness;
an expression of thankfulness for those benefits bestowed on us by God. Our
pledges are both gifts and obligations: the obligation of giving back to God 10%
of what God has given us. And then there is that Thanksgiving feast at the end of
the month – a feast that calls to mind pilgrims, Native Americans, and harvest.
It may be the case that there is only a small distinction between gratitude and
thankfulness, but upon reflection I would argue that we can have an “attitude of
gratitude” even if we may not be thankful for all of our current circumstances.
Gratitude requires attention and cultivation. Melanie Greenberg, a clinical psychologist says, “Experiencing
and expressing gratitude is an important part of any spiritual practice. It opens the heart and activates positive
emotion centers in the brain. Regular practice of gratitude can change the way our brain neurons fire into more
positive automatic patterns. The positive emotions we evoke can soothe distress and broaden our thinking
patterns so we develop a larger and more expansive view of our lives. To begin bringing gratitude into your
life, you can deliberately meditate on all the things in your own life that help you or give you pleasure. You
can write a gratitude diary, posting pictures and writing about the things you feel grateful for each day.”
Gratitude has both psychological and spiritual benefits.
Here are a few quotes about gratitude:
“Gratitude is when memory is stored in the heart and not in the mind.” (Lionel Hampton)
In this Issue
From the Rector ................. 1
Vestry Highlights ................ 2
Outreach ............................ 4
Parish Life .......................... 4
Music Notes ....................... 6
Christian Formation ............ 7
Parishioner Highlights ........ 9
Caffeine Ministry .............. 10
Celebrations ..................... 11
ROTA ............................... 12
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“There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though
everything is a miracle.” (Albert Einstein)
“Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into
acceptance, chaos into order, confusion into clarity… It turns problems into gifts, failures into success, the
unexpected into perfect timing, and mistakes into important events. Gratitude makes sense of our past,
brings peace for today and creates a vision for tomorrow.” (Melody Beattie)
“Let us rise up and be thankful for if we didn’t learn a lot today, at least we learned a little, and of we
didn’t learn a little, at least we didn’t get sick, and if we got sick, at least we didn’t die; so let us all be
thankful.” (Buddha)
Indeed, let us be thankful. Let us cultivate gratitude. Let us be like that one leper who recognized he had been
healed, who turned around and offered praise and thanks to the One who had healed him. What gifts have we
received from God for which we are thankful; for which we are grateful?
EZT+
Vestry Highlights
St. Mark’s vestry members met in the Bennett Wing classroom on Tuesday, October 15 at 7:00 p.m. The
meeting opened in a prayer of commemoration for St. Teresa of Avila, and closed with Compline.
The agenda included:
Discussion of the Diocesan Assessment change: in 2014 the Diocese will have a unified budget, so rather
than an Assessment and an Asking, there will only be the Assessment. This change is due in large part to
the sale of St. Luke’s Hospital. In 2013 St. Mark’s Assessment was $58,864; in 2014 it will be $45,364.
Diocesan Council will be in Galveston February 7-9. St. Mark’s will send four lay delegates to Council, so
if any parishioners are interested in being delegates let Elizabeth+ know,
It is time for the Vestry Nominating Committee to begin their work of identifying 5 parishioners to serve
on the vestry. If you are interested in serving, or have someone to nominate, please contact the chair of the
Nominating Committee: Andrew Poynot.
As of the end of September our income was at 107% of that which was budgeted.
The Yard Sale netted about $3,600.
Travis+ reported that the youth group is going well, and that he is thankful for the adult help he is
receiving; that on November 3 the youth will prepare and sell breakfast tacos; that there will be a
Newcomers reception on November 10; and that after December there will be a change of leadership for
the Families with Young Children.
Mr. Poynot reported on the most recent Outreach Committee meeting and on upcoming Outreach projects
– especially the El Buen Samaritano Thanksgiving collection, and the December Angel Treel
Ms. Genet and Mr. Ramsey gave a Building Committee report: Steve Drenner, an Entitlement Attorney,
and parishioner Tim Hendricks, are working together to see if St. Mark’s might after all be able to increase
the footprint of our worship space.
Congratulations! Congratulations to those couples who were married in October and to those who will be married in November: Lauren Davis and Jason Chane on October 26, Cindy Sexton and Mark Zuniga on November 2, and Chase Almond and Lucy Joyce on November 9.
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All Saints (Nov. 1/3) and All Faithful Departed (Nov. 2/6)
We will celebrate All Saints’ Day on the actual feast day (November 1) with an outdoor, contemplative
Eucharist on the Meditation Trail at 6:30 p.m. and we will celebrate during our Sunday worship on November
3. The feast of All Saints is the only one of 7 principal feasts of the church that may be observed on the
following Sunday, in addition to its fixed date. It is also one of the four days recommended in the Prayer Book
for the administration of Holy Baptism.
All Saints is a commemoration of those who, having professed faith in the living Christ in days past, have
entered the near presence of God – and especially those who either died heroic deaths or whose lives were in
some other way iconic of the life of Jesus.
All Faithful Departed began in the 10th century as a sort of extension of All Saints – an occasion for
remembering the vast body of the faithful who are not known to the wider fellowship of the Church. It is a day
for particular remembrance of family members and friends. On Wednesday, November 6, at 6:00 p.m. in
Grace Chapel we will remember those whom we have loved who are now in the near presence of God. Bring
a photo or other memento of your loved one. We will light votive candles in their memory and offer the
Eucharist in thanksgiving for their lives.
Thanksgiving Eve Service at 7:00 p.m. on November 27
The Wednesday evening before Thanksgiving our celebration of the Holy Eucharist will be at 7:00 p.m. (rather
than 6:00 p.m.) in the church (rather than in Grace Chapel). Join us as we sing praise and offer thanks to God
for all good things we have received by his gracious hand.
Almighty and gracious Father, we give thee thanks for the fruits of the earth in their season and for the labors
of those who harvest them. Make us, we beseech thee, faithful stewards of thy great bounty, for the provision of
our necessities and the relief of all who are in need, to the glory of thy name; through Jesus Christ our Lord,
who liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen (BCP p.194)
Save the Date! Sunday December 1: Intergenerational Advent Wreath Making @ 10 a.m.
Join us in the Parish Hall to make or freshen up your family Advent Wreath. Wreath bases
candles greens and decorations will be available. And although it is hard to believe that
Christmas is right around the corner St. Mark’s children will be thinking about it
soon. The Christmas Pageant which is held on Christmas Eve at the 5:30 p.m.
service is traditionally performed and narrated by St. Mark’s children. This year
following the 11:00 a.m. service on December 1 we will hold a lottery to pick the
speaking parts played by older children. Watch for more information in your
email boxes.
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Outreach St. Mark's is committed to supporting Hands for Hope this November. Hands for Hope is El Buen
Samaritano's annual Thanksgiving program that feeds over 1,000 local families.
You can help in two ways, either by donating money and/or time:
Come purchase a feather for $10, which goes towards purchasing turkeys for El Buen. Look for the
turkey poster and a member of the Outreach Committee in the Parish Hall on Sundays if you would
like to assist in this way.
Hands-on community action, Saturday, Nov. 23—volunteers are needed to help sort, package and
distribute turkeys and a bag full of Thanksgiving trimmings to pre-registered families. For volunteer
sign-ups, go to http://www.elbuen.org/calendar/events/hands-for-hope-event/. This is a family
friendly event so bring the kids!
Also, the Outreach Committee is collecting canned vegetable soup for El Buen Samaritano in November.
Showing of Angels Sing on November 2, 2013, at Alamo Drafthouse
Slaughter Lane to benefit Welcome Table Inc.
Angels Sing is a heartfelt movie about the importance of family ties, overcoming tragedy and the undeniable magic of
the Christmas season. This film, beloved by movie goers of all ages, stars Harry Connick Jr., Connie Britton, Willie
Nelson, Kris Kristofferson, and Lyle Lovett. One of the producers is Fred Miller from St. James’ Episcopal Church.
Angels Sing is a sure-fire way to get your holiday season off to a great start. But more importantly, there is an
opportunity for you to see a great movie and support a group close to our heart: Welcome Table Inc. Welcome Table
Inc. is the umbrella charity that includes Neighbor 2 Neighbor, the Community Garden, and 3 other outreach
programs in east Austin at St. James’ Episcopal Church.
The November 2nd 7:00 pm showing at the Alamo Drafthouse on Slaughter Lane will benefit Welcome Table Inc.
Make your reservations on the Welcome Table Inc. website at www.welcometableaustin.org. The reservations cost
$25 each plus $1.62 handling charge for EventBrite.
Parish Life
First Friday Book Group; Bennett Wing Classroom at 11 a.m.
Below is the reading list for the First Friday Book Group. Join us any month you are able to do so, and add to
our list of must-reads!
November 1: In the Garden of Beasts by Erik Larson
December 6: Eventide by Kent Haruf
Advent Quiet Day
The Daughters of the King will sponsor an Advent Quiet Day on Saturday,
November 23, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at St. Mark’s.
New Year = New Leadership! There's exciting news for the New Year for the Women of St. Mark's—in
2014, we will bring about an election of new leadership. The Women's group will elect a President, Vice-
President, and Secretary. Helen Anderson will continue her role as Treasurer. We will also vote on the new
Bylaws for the Women of St. Mark's. The election for these new positions will take place on Saturday,
February 1, 2014, during our annual Brunch.
Bunco Date Change. Please note that Potluck/Bunco will be combined for November & December. We
will meet on Monday, December 2, at 6:30 p.m.
Wishing you all a happy and abundant Thanksgiving!
Families With Young Children
Sat., Nov. 16: Dads’ outing at noon for lunch and the Austin Beer Garden Brewing Company. http://theabgb.com/ Sunday, Dec. 15 Manna Bags and a pot-luck dinner at 5 p.m.
The Well . . . Discussing the Bible over Drinks
The Well, a discussion group for 20 and 30 somethings, will be meeting on the following Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.: November 7 and December 5. The Well meets at Thai Fresh/Thrice Café, which is located at 909 West Mary.
November Youth Events
1st – All Saints’ Service on Meditation Trail at 6:30 3rd – Breakfast Taco fundraiser beginning at 9 a.m. 10th – Kitchen, Games, and Contemplative Prayer after 11 a.m. service 17th – Kitchen, Games, and Prayer after 11 a.m. service 24th – Eat lunch out, then Blazer Tag after the 11 a.m. service
From the garden ~ Beautiful October is behind us, but all the fun of fall is still with us.
St. Mark’s Gardeners have been working hard over the past month, especially new gardener Jay Doran. Jay recently adopted the columbarium garden. He was interested in making big improvements in an area that had suffered from both an aging planting and drought. By early October Jay began to clear out dead vines, undergrowth, and the ever-present tree seedlings that pop up in the space. The clean-up alone has made a big difference. Next, he has plans for relocating our sun-starved roses to McKinney Isle and planting pockets of color for spring bloom. He plans to fertilize, mulch, and fine-tune what is already in place. He would also like to bring in some new shrubbery and small trees and is exploring ideas for the terraced areas which have never been graveled or planted. This beautiful space is a worthy canvas for the landscaping expertise Jay received in his continuing education. So many of us enjoy this quietly beautiful area as a resting place for our lost friends and family and ourselves down the road. The improvements, which Jay will be doing over the coming months, are both greatly anticipated and appreciated.
Joanne embraced the cooler weather and again revised some of the planting in the Foote-path. With our dicey weather some of the shrubs needed replacing, and now it all looks fresh and attractive again! Joanne and Dee Ann keep the area irrigated and clean. Becky Nolan continues the work of culling and trimming on the corner, and her seasonal touches, including fall mums at the church entrance and also around the St. Mark’s sign at the street corner, make us all smile. McKinney Isle continues to receive Al’s love and attention, and fall gives back its colorful rewards. The cooler air and sometimes rain helps everything revive and give back. There is always more to see and do in our grounds. Adopt a Spot!
Diane Brewer and Becky Nolan Coordinators
“The earth laughs in flowers,” Ralph Waldo Emerson
Music Notes
One Sunday Left to Purchase Choir Poinsettias and Wreaths
This coming Sunday, November 3rd, is the last opportunity to purchase poinsettias and evergreen wreaths
from members of the choir. Be sure to stop by the table in the Parish Hall during coffee hour following the
9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. services. Flowers and wreaths may also be ordered by contacting Mark Reed, the
Parishoner Highlights Sylvia Fitz and family joined St. Mark’s in the mid 70s. I remember her family as taking such an active part
in the parish and thought what great role models they were. I have always admired her style,
participation in parish events, and her great accent from across the pond that goes with her fun
personality. “Active” does not begin to describe her lifestyle, so take a deep breath and enjoy reading
about her and her family.
Beth Chenoweth
Sylvia Fitz
I come from a family of eight, with me being the fifth child. We grew up in Longford Coventry,
Warwickshire England. My parents and three brothers are now deceased. My oldest sister, Joy, still lives in England and my younger sister, Gillian, is in the process of moving from Oregon to California. I'm fortunate to see them typically once a year.
I attended school in Coventry prior to marrying a Navy officer, Michael. I then continued my schooling with The University of Pennsylvania once we moved to the United States. I acquired my citizenship in readiness for a move to Morocco, North Africa, with my husband and our two sons, Glenn and Tracy. This move was a significant one as it gave Michael more shore-time after spending about eight years aboard destroyers at sea. And, it was a dream assignment as Michael could use his entrepreneurial skills. Those that knew him know what I'm talking about! Michael was in charge of the military base PX, snack bars, beauty shops, etc. and most importantly was the main morale builder for the skipper of the communication base. Michael received very high accolades as a result. His last tour of duty was Key West, Florida, where we bought a house and I worked for the only CPA on the island. At the time, Key West was yet to be fully developed, and I believe that fate brought us to Texas, where Michael was asked to run a large pharmaceutical warehouse. We then moved to Dallas, as Austin at that time
did not have the draw that we were looking for. Wow, has Austin changed! We lived in Dallas for a few years, with Michael traveling quite a bit and me coaching track and field at J. J. Pearce High School in Richardson. At the time, Tracy was in grade school and Glenn in junior high. Glenn and Tracy were both confirmed at the Church of Transfiguration in Richardson, our church prior to moving to Austin. Both boys are true Episcopalians with Michael converting (“laying on of hands”) and me coming from the Church Of England. Our move to Austin was in June 1973, and soon after our arrival, we joined St. Mark's. I've lived in the same house since (just down from "my" church), and both boys graduated from Austin High School and The University of Texas. Glenn is currently Settlement Officer of Appeals with the IRS in Dallas, and Tracy is the Area Director of Marketing with Rosewood Hotels and Resorts, also in Dallas. Glenn and his wife Mary, have my oldest granddaughter, Taylor, who is a senior and excels in volleyball and soccer. Tracy and Nannette have my second granddaughter, Gillian, who excels in ballet. When we joined St. Mark's, Father Raish was the priest, with Bill Anthony assisting. Both boys were acolytes through high school and I was involved with the choir and enjoyed time rehearsing and performing with The Red Door Players. (When's the next play, Diane?) Summertime always brought my grandchildren to Austin for a visit and to attend Vacation Bible School. The boys assisted with the small children their last year. I retired from the US Treasury (IRS) after 25 years of service. I was in management and also an analyst most of my career. In addition to
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choir, which I still very much enjoy today, I was the treasurer for ECW, President of the Chicken BBQ, participated in the bake sale for the fall festivals, and housed visiting church group members. I am currently still on the Altar Guild and a member of the Martha's. I also enjoyed the outreach clean up from both hurricanes Katrina and Ike, where the people from St. Mark's made it so rewarding. Tracy stayed active with the youth group when he was at UT. This was with Father Scotty's persuasion. It’s still so nice to see our church leaders with the youth, keeping that area growing today. I notice that we now have boys instead of girls at Vacation Bible School assisting. October 17, 1979, was a happy time for all of us at St. Mark's as we dedicated the "new church." That meant we were no longer a mission and no more meeting in the parish hall for service. Of course money was an issue then, like it is today, as we needed to fund the new church. Michael and I even took out a second mortgage for a few years to help pay our share. In addition to my life with St. Mark's, I have had many hobbies. Michael and I were avid tennis
players, and considered building our own tennis court; however, the city would not approve selling us the necessary additional three to four feet behind our house on the green belt. So, we built the swimming pool, which you all know I still very much enjoy today. Water skiing on Lake Travis was also a favorite way to spend time. We all learned to ski in Key West, where I also taught the boys to swim off the old pier. Travel was, and still is, a front runner for me. I have traveled with many friends from St. Mark's and happy times were had by all. Cooking and entertaining is still something I enjoy, but miss Michael for the help in the kitchen and clean up. Knitting and reading are also a favorite, and I bowl twice a week. And then there's the neighborhood. Barton Hills is where we built and where I still live today. Many of the same neighbors are still here. I manage to stay in touch with a wide range of friends from the neighborhood and from our time spent in Dallas, Key West, Virginia Beach, Scotland, and Morocco. I am blessed to have my family as well as so many family ties with St. Mark's. Also I still feel as though I am part of the Church of England. It’s like I never really left.
November Caffeine Ministry
3 Early (M & M Sunday: no one)
Late Mike and Beth Brode
10 Early Wade and Kim Buckner
Late Dru and Cindy Cabler
17 Early Robert Chambers and Amity Worrel
Late Kevin and Meredith Childs
24 Early Scott and Julia Comer
Late Jim and Sue Crowson
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 for November, Kim Buckner.
ACOLYTE Pattie Rose Jill Collins Pattie Rose Jonea Raney Jill Collins
USHERS Jonea Raney
Jill Collins
Beth Chenoweth
Mary Smith
Danielle Adkins
Stephen White Judith & Jon Dullnig
Ed Shipsey
Al McKinney
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RV
ICE
LECTORS Nancy Kibler (1)
Ken Whalen (2) YOUTH
Mary-Alis Kelly (1)
Brian Kelly (2) YOUTH
Kevin Childs (1)
Meredith Childs (2)
LEM Carol Oppel
Vivian Orndorff
Bill Kibler
Kim Buckner
Vivian Orndorff
Lynn Edgerton
Tom Schneider
Mike Thomasson
Vivian Orndorff
Gary Taylor
ACOLYTES
Connor Lightsey
Clay Buckner
Claire Dempsey
Ryan Dempsey
Carol, Kim K.
Abbe Kelly
Will Kelly
Nora Kelly
Hunter Rogers
Kim B., Carol
Bennett Whalen
Ariston Awitan IV
Abigail Goff
Eleanor Goff
Kim K., Carol
Carson Buckner
Clay Buckner
Julia Comer
Claudia Janes
Carol, Kim B.
Connor Lightsey
Clara Bogard
Claire Dempsey
Ryan Dempsey
Kim K.
USHERS
John Edgerton
Mike Thomasson
Dodie Wells
Glen Baumgart
Mike Brode
Phil Aboussie
Ross Ramsey
Ken Whalen
Ariston Awitan III
Dan Bogard
John Edgerton
Lynn Edgerton
Kevin Cromack
Mark Breen
Dee Ann Thomasson
Dodie Wells
Glen Baumgart
GREETERS Maria & Mike Fuhrman Meredith Childs
Kevin Cromack Cindy & Dan Bogard
Kim Buckner
Michael Meigs Maria & Mike Fuhrman
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0 a
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RV
ICE
LECTORS Michael Meigs (1)
Karen Milton (2)
Michele Bonner (1)
Matt Lamon (2)
Andrew Poynot (1)
Kimberly Horne (2)
Ann Seyler (1)
Roger Seyler (2)
Jim Crowson (1)
Barbara Dodie (2)
LEM Brenda White
Rex White
Tom Schneider
Liz Davis
Vivian Orndorff
Jay Brown
Dru Cabler
Matt Lamon
Tom Schneider
Michele Bonner
ACOLYTES
Wenlan Lawrence
Sophie Lawrence
Claudia Janes
Evelyn Eaton
Jay, Cindy
Michael Brode
Bonnie Brode
Elijah Gallardo
Evan Overstreet
Jay, Cindy
Winston Baxter-Harwell
Asher Eaton
Emmaline Baxter-Harwell
Evelyn Eaton
Jay, Cindy
Wes Johns
Matt Forrest
Ben Forrest
Sam Forrest
Cindy
Patrick Camp
Max Genet
Josef Genet
Claire Cabler
Jay
USHERS
Carolyn Wier
James Wier
Bo Overstreet
Rick Tennant
John De Marines
John Works
Jim Casparis
Charles Brewer
Bob Peterek
Manuel de la Rosa
Jim Nolan
Ryan Marquess
Henry Olivas
Lark Anthony
Yvonne Chavez
Darlene Goodnight
Debbie Thornal
Frank Severn
Jean Severn
Jay Doran
Jodi Doran
Pam Johns
David Johns
Carolyn Wier
James Wier
Bo Overstreet
Rick Tennant
John De Marines
GREETERS Jean & Frank Severn Jay Doran
Diana Stangl
Shelly Botkin &
Ryan Marquess
Lark Anthony
Barbara Dody Jean & Frank Severn
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Sat.
9:00
Jonea Raney-TC
Jill Collins
Carolyn Wier
Lynn Edgerton
Karen Milton
Diana Stangl-TC
Millie Casparis
Judy Elkins
Barbara Dody
Dodie Wells
Dee Ann Thomasson-TC
Darlene Goodnight
Debbie Thornal
Helen Anderson
Tina Stonebarger
Meredith Childs-TC
Cynthia Archer
Elijah Gallardo
Henry Olivas
Pat Bullock
Liz Davis
Jonea Raney-TC
Jill Collins
Carolyn Wier
Karen Milton
Depositor John De Marines Bo Overstreet Jim Nolan Shelly Botkin Al McKinney
WED. 6 p.m. November 6 November 13 November 20 November 27 December 4
Lector Jonea Raney Pattie Rose Dodie Wells Rex White Meredith Childs
Vestry Committees Staff Andrew Poynot, Sr. Warden Kathy Genet, Jr. Warden
Vestry members: Dan Bogard, Susan Bonnen, Shelly Botkin, Kim Buckner, Lynn Edgerton, Becky Janes, David Johns, Nancy Kibler, J.P. Kloninger Jim Nolan, Bo Overstreet, Ross Ramsey, Rex White
Acolytes: Jay Brown, Carol Oppel,
Mary Cromack, Kim Kiplin, and Kim Buckner
Altar Guild: Millie Casparis
Building Committee: Amelia
Sondgeroth
Christian Formation:
Cathy Nelson
Communications:
Pattie Rose
Daughters of the King:
Jonea C.S. Raney
Women of St. Mark’s:
Yvonne Chavez and Judy Elkins
Facilities: Ray Smith
Finance: John Edgerton
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. Travis Smith
Director of Religious Education
Cathy Nelson
Organist/Director of Music
Mark Reed
Seminarians
Vivian Orndorff Tom Schneider
Head of Day School
Anne Wingler
Parish Administrator Joanne Foote
Newsletter Editor
Becky Janes
Deadline for the December 2013 St. Mark’s News is Friday, November 15,
