Scouting at St. Martin’s
St. Martin’s has sponsored scouting since the mid 1990’s and is proud to continue the tradition! We are an open and welcoming community where all are welcome. Our scouting programs are open to boys and girls and we would love to have your family join us!
Cub Scout Pack 937
Cub Scouts are for boys and girls starting Kindergarten through Fifth Grade.
Pack 937 was newly formed in 2018 and continues to grow! The pack has enjoyed numerous outings, family campouts, pack advancements, and much support and leadership from the parish of St. Martin’s and Troop 937. The Cubs have gained life long experiences and friendships by various activities such as camping, hiking, fishing, visiting the fire department, and even doing a little fundraising. The pack looks forward to another amazing start of the year with pack expansion for the 20-21 school year in full swing! Cubs will participate in various activities with Troop 937 with Adopt a Street, (clearing litter off streets) and most recently, the Good News Garden project at St.Martin’s, and many more fun and adventurous activities!
While it looks a little different this year, the mission still remains the same: Family Focused, Value Driven, Do your Best, and Have Fun doing it! Pack 937 welcomes boys and girls! From the BSA: Cub Scouting nurtures leadership and character growth, strengthens families, helps develop interests and skills, provides adventure, creates fellowship, promotes diversity, teaches duty to God and country (a scout is Reverent), and last but not least- is FUN! If you have a Kinder-5th grader that is interested in joining the Pack, please contact Cubmaster Christopher DeClerk at cdsmitf@twc.com. Annual program dues are only $75 and we have scholarships available. Nobody will be left behind!
Pack 937 Upcoming Events:
September 13 2020, Noon-2pm- physically distanced pool party and calendar scheduling day: bring your child, swim, and roast and eat hot dogs and s’mores over an open fire! While there, mark your calendar for upcoming pack events including the Raingutter Regatta and Pinewood Derby, camping, hiking and joint events with Troop 937. Please contact Cubmaster Christopher DeClerk at cdsmitf@twc.com to rsvp!
Den and Pack meetings will be scheduled at the pool party.
October 17-18: Family Campout at Hickory Creek: Oct. 17-18th. We will enjoy the outdoors separated with families in their own tents separated from one another. We have two 75’ deep campsites reserved with water and electricity, across from a restroom, so definitely family friendly. In the evening we’ll roast hot dogs and s’mores over an open fire, sing songs, tell stories, and see some great skits that the scouts put on. Sunday morninfg we will show our reverence to God in an outdoor service. It will be a weekend to build memories that will last a lifetime! Contact Cubmaster Christopher DeClerk cdsmitf@twc.com for more information and to rsvp!
Upcoming… Pinewood Derby, Raingutter Regatta, Spring Campout, and Blue and Gold Banquet.
Scouts BSA Troop 937:
Scouts BSA is for youth in sixth grade until age 18 or for fifth graders who have completed their Arrow of Light.
Troop 937 was established in the mid 90’s and has grown into a very successful and close knit troop. At Troop 937, we recognize the many demands youth face today. Part of its success can be attributed to supporting a balance between Scouting and the various other responsibilities including academics, athletics, music, theater, church, family and simple down time. We encourage the boys to participate in most troop meetings and our monthly activities. However, we understand that there will be schedule conflicts and other commitments. Troop 937 is made up of neighboring communities of Southlake, Keller, Colleyville, Grapevine, Roanoke and Trophy Club. As a result of our unique geographic mix, the troop develops lasting inter school friendships that would not ordinarily occur. Our troop welcomes diversity in youth and leaders. Although we currently do not have a Girls BSA program, we would love to start any time there’s interest!
Upcoming events:
Eagle Project: Jordan D. Labyrinth Border Install Day (Aug 29 2020 8:00AM)
Eagle Project: Jordan D. Labyrinth Border Install Day 2 (Aug 30 2020 8:00AM)
TROOP MEETING Via Zoom (Aug 30 2020 4:00PM)
Game Night Via Zoom (Sep 4 2020 8:00PM)
TROOP MEETING via Zoom (Sep 13 2020 4:00PM)
Swim Test (Sep 13 2020 6:00PM)
Swim Test (Sep 16 2020 6:30PM)
KAYAKING CAMPOUT – Lake Grapevine (Sep 19 2020 8:00AM – Sept 20 2020 Noon)
For more information about Scout Troop 937, please contact Assistant Scoutmaster Christopher DeClerk at cdsmitf@twc.com or Chartered Organization Representative Liza Goodner at liza.goodner@stmartininthefields.
Scouting Pictures
Click here to see the latest photos on Flickr!
Band of Moms
Please join us
- First Sundays at noon at a local restaurant
- 2nd, 3rd and 4th Sundays at noon in the large parish hall
- Fifth Sundays – no meeting
- To get on the mailing list and for meeting location, please sign up using the button below.
Band of Moms is a group of mothers of every age group – babies, toddlers, tweens & teens, young adults, failure to launch…it’s for all moms. As joyous as the season of raising children is, it is also one of the most challenging times in a woman’s life. For that reason, a safe space is provided for moms to communicate with each other.
Potluck
At Band of Moms, childcare is always provided. Each meeting includes a potluck & discussion. Bring a brunch dish to share if you can, come anyway if you can’t! There is always enough food! We’ll sit & talk about everything and anything and we’ll listen to one another. Sometimes as moms, all we really want is adult conversation and someone to listen. We always end in prayer. Come as you are. We form strong friendships as we grow together in faith and support one another on this walk.
Discussion
We really strive to make this a safe place for moms to pour their hearts out to and feel comfortable in knowing that they are never alone. We eat breakfast, drink coffee, then talk about about the Gospel for the week. We talk about our own experiences & how we get through them, and celebrate the blessings and wins, which are many!
Support
We have seen each other through cancer, surgeries, behavioral diagnoses, anxiety, depression, pregnancy, birth, the loss of loved ones, and the list goes on. The big thing we always remember is that what happens in our group, stays in our group, and we all are fiercely committed to protecting the privacy of one another.
Meetings are on Sundays at noon in the Large Parish Hall and at a restaurant once a month. Our annual celebrations, Christmas parties and special occasion dates will be determined as a group.
Questions? More info? Contact Liza Goodner, liza.goodner@stmartininthefields.org.
Vestry Minutes for Annual Meeting, January 28, 2018
St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church Annual Meeting 2017
January 28, 2018
The Annual Meeting of St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church was held January 28, 2018, in the East Parish Hall. The Rector announced there was a quorum present, then opened the meeting with prayer at 12:25 PM.
Election of the Secretary
Courtney Mullaney moved Glenda Morehead be elected secretary to record the minutes of the meeting. Kathy Wilkinson seconded the motion and the motion carried.
Introduction of Current Vestry
The rector introduced the current vestry members, and they were acknowledged by a round of applause. Those whose terms end in 2020 are Norma Barbier, Jim Bedell, MaryBeth Butler and Linda Seeber. Those whose terms end in 2019 are Linda Snow, Joel Walker, Nancy Wieden and Kathy Wilkinson. He then introduced those whose terms end today. They are Jack Bolerjack, Charles Busey, Courtney Mullaney and Ike Ogbue. He presented each with a St. Martin card. Jack Bolerjack was not present due to illness, and his token of appreciation will be delivered to him by his mother, Becky Snell.
The rector expressed thanks on behalf of himself and St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church to Linda Snow who has served as senior warden for the past year. He announced that she has agreed to serve as senior warden again for 2018.
Ballot Counters Announced
The rector announced the vestry members who will serve as the committee to count the ballots for this meeting: Charles Busey, chair, Norma Barbier, MaryBeth Butler, Linda Seeber and Joel Walker.
2018 Vestry Election
The rector announced the 8 candidates nominated for the vestry prior to today’s meeting: Christopher DeClerk, Sharon Dudek, Keen Haynes, Ed McGlaston, Christopher Mullaney, Ike Ogbue (who was eligible for election to a full 3 year term), Becky Snell and Garrison Sutton. Christopher DeClerk was not present due to emergency surgery; Ed McGlaston was unavailable due to being out of town on business. The rector thanked all the nominees for their willingness to serve. There being no nominations from the floor, he declared the nominations closed. Balloting to fill the four vacant seats on the vestry continued throughout the meeting until the following were elected, each by a majority of qualified voters voting: Christopher DeClerk, Sharon Dudek, Ike Ogbue, and Becky Snell.
Introduction of Current Delegates
Those who served as St. Martin’s delegates to diocesan convention during the past year were thanked for their service with a round of applause. They were Christopher DeClerk, Susan Kleinwechter, Becky Snell, Linda Snow, and Joel Walker, and Nancy Wieden.
2018 Delegate Election
The rector announced that the following individuals have been nominated to serve as St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church delegates to diocesan convention for the coming year: Christopher DeClerk, Keen Haynes, Susan Kleinwechter, Ed McGlaston, Becky Snell, and Joel Walker. There being no nominations from the floor, Glenda Morehead moved the nominations be closed and the slate elected by acclamation. MaryBeth Butler seconded the motion, the motion carried, and the slate was elected
Election of Alternate Delegates
The rector asked for volunteers willing to serve as alternate delegates for 2018. The following persons volunteered: Ron Hitchcock, Ann Luttrell and Linda Snow. There being no more volunteers to come forward Linda Snow moved the slate of volunteers be elected as alternate delegates for 2018. Kathy Wilkinson seconded the motion, the motion carried, and the slate was elected.
Rector’s Report
The Rector announced that he had presented his report at every worship service this weekend, to ensure that even those not attending the meeting today would have the opportunity to receive it in person. After today’s meeting it will be available on the website to everyone not present at this meeting or at any of the weekend services.
He thanked all the volunteers, staff and clergy who serve the people of St. Martin’s.
Senior Warden’s Report
Senior Warden Linda Snow expressed her thanks to the Rector for the confidence he has shown in her by asking her to serve as senior warden for the past year and to continue in that position for 2018. She also thanked all the people of St. Martin’s who have helped in so many ways to make her job easier. She reviewed her report displayed on the screen, placing special emphasis on all the outreach programs St. Martin’s conducted in the past year and those planned for the future to care for those in need outside our own congregation.
Junior Wardens Report
Junior Warden Charles Busey highlighted portions of his report and thanked all those – professional and volunteer – who have participated in the repair and maintenance of our buildings and their contents and our surrounding grounds.
Financial Report
Treasurer DJ Mitchell provided copies of his report for all present and reviewed them. The report included pledge statistics, the combined statement of operating income and expenses for the church and school for 2017, the budget for same for 2018, the temporarily restricted fund activity and balances for 2017, and the 2017 cash carryover as of December 31, 2017. He answered all the questions asked regarding the documents and stated that he could be contacted following today’s meeting by anyone with further questions.
The Rector thanked DJ and Sue Mitchell for their willingness to provide their financial expertise in hours of work on behalf of St. Martin’s. The treasurer stated they couldn’t do their work without the volunteers who provide the information to them: vestry members who count the collection after services, the weekday counters and Marty Hitchcock who records the income in the church management program.
Announcements and Final Remarks
Reports and Minutes on the Website: Parishioners were referred to all Annual Meeting reports for today which are published on the church website. Annual Meeting minutes will be published on the website after their approval by the vestry at their meeting on February 18, 2018.
Vestry Meets: The vestry will meet in the church library immediately following this meeting.
50th Anniversary Committee Meeting: The first meeting of the committee that will create the Anniversary Book assembling the stories of St. Martin’s will be held February 1, 2018, at 2:30 PM in the library.
Next Annual Meeting: The next Annual Meeting of St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church will be held on January 27, 2019.
Closing Prayer
The meeting closed with prayer by the Rector at 2:25 PM
Respectively submitted,
Glenda Morehead, Secretary
Vestry Minutes January 21, 2018
St. Martin-in-the-Fields Vestry Meeting
January 21, 2018
Present: Norma Barbier, Jim Bedell, Jack Bolerjack, Mary Beth Butler, Courtney Mullaney, Ike Ogbue, Linda Seeber, Linda Snow, Joel Walker, Nancy Wieden; Glenda Morehead, Clerk; DJ Mitchell, Treasurer.
Not present: Charles Busey, Kathy Wilkinson; Scot McComas, Rector
A regular meeting of the Vestry of St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church was held Sunday, January 21, 2018 in the East Parish Hall. In the absence of the rector due to illness the meeting opened with prayer by Senior Warden Linda Snow at 12:20 PM.
Consideration of Minutes
Jim Bedell moved the vestry approve the minutes of the December 17, 2017 meeting as distributed. MaryBeth Butler seconded the motion, and the motion carried.
Endorsement of Email Vote: The vestry endorsed the following email vote approved by majority vote on December 26, 2017:
Vote to Accept Contributions toward St. Martin’s Retirement Gift to Henry Penner
The vestry approves the establishment of a temporarily restricted fund for the purpose of receiving contributions to go toward the gift St. Martin’s will present to Henry Penner on his retirement as an active clergy serving St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church.
Treasurer’s Reports
The Treasurer reviewed the financials for December, 2017.
Vestry Acceptance Vote: Jack Bolerjack moved the treasurer’s report be accepted as presented. Jim Bedell seconded the motion and the motion carried.
Consideration of the 2018 Church Budget: Mitchell announced that the Budget Committee met Saturday, January 20, and 6 vestry members accepted the invitation to participate in the meeting. He reviewed the recommended budget for 2018. Joel Walker moved the adoption of the proposed 2018 budget, subject to the use of temporarily restricted funds to finance selected future operating costs as may be appropriate and necessary. Jack Bolerjack seconded the motion, the motion carried, and the budget for 2018 was adopted.
Stewardship Report
To date 119 pledges have been received for 2018. The total pledged stands at $358,418.00
St. Martin’s Episcopal School
Enrollment remains at 65 students. The school budget for 2018 shows an expected balance of $10.81 by the end of the calendar year.
Diocesan Information
Nothing new to report at this time. No report given.
Junior Warden’s Report
Due to his illness and absence from today’s meeting Junior Warden Charles Busey reported the following via email:
Crumbling Parish Hall Thresholds: The thresholds have been fixed.
Broken Pipe Fixed: A broken pipe in the parish hall has been fixed.
Senior Warden’s Report
Enhanced Vestry Duties for 2018: Senior Warden Linda Snow announced that in 2018 vestry members are to stand at the door with the rector following every service to welcome worshipers and to serve as representatives of the vestry of St. Martin’s. Vestry members are also being asked to host the “coffee hour” following the 10:30 service twice during the year rather than once as in previous years. The following vestry members have accepted the hosting responsibilities during February and the first half of March.
February 4 Linda Snow February 25 Jim Bedell
February 11 MaryBeth Butler March 4 Nancy Wieden
February 18 Joel Walker March 18 Linda Seeber
Vestry Elections at the Annual Meeting: The following eight individuals are running for 3 year vestry terms: Christopher DeClerk, Sharon Dudek, Keen Haynes, Ed McGlaston, Christopher Mullaney, Ike Ogbue, Becky Snell and Garrison Sutton.
Counters for the elections are the following: Charles Busey, chair of the committee, Norma Barbier, MaryBeth Butler, Linda Seeber, and Joel Walker.
Vestry Retreat: The 2018 vestry retreat will be held at the church on March 24 in the East Parish Hall 10 AM – 1:30 PM.
Rector’s Report
Due to the illness of the rector no report was given.
Adjournment and Closing Prayer
The meeting adjourned at 2:18 PM with the prayer sent by Kathy Wilkinson and read by Glenda Morehead.
Respectfully submitted,
Glenda Morehead, Clerk
Please note: Next vestry meeting Sunday, january 28, 2018, immediately following the parish annual meeting. location to be announced.