Diocesan 6-9th Grade Game On Event
Middle schoolers (6th–8th graders), it’s time to get your game face on! Join us at St. Peter and St. Paul Church on August 23 from 3:00-5:00pm for an afternoon of yard games, board games, snacks, and even better fellowship. It’s the perfect chance to unwind, have fun, and catch up with friends. No registration required—just show up ready to play!
1st Day of Parent's Day Out
Our Parent’s Day Out ministry has their first day of school on Tues, Aug. 25. Parent’s Day Out is on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00am-2:00pm. Our program binds a comprehensive curriculum with the wonderful truths of God's love and grace.
Funeral for Judy Green-Redier
The funeral for Judy Green-Redier will be Sat, Aug. 29 at 1:00pm followed by a reception in the Parish Hall. All are welcome. May Judy rest in peace and rise in glory.
Ministry Fair
Are you looking for a way to connect with all that we do at St. Laurence? Maybe get involved with something new and meet new people? Our Ministry Fair is designed with you in mind - to connect you with the many Ministry, Spiritual and Social events throughout the Parish. On Aug. 30, our Parish Hall will be filled with the leaders of many of our ministries who will have info about their groups and ways to get involved. Plan to join us as we showcase St. Laurence Life - Sun, Aug. 30 between the services at 9:50am in the Parish Hall.
Care Givers Lunch
The Care Giver’s Ministry will have their next lunch on Sat, Sept. 5 at 11:00am at a location still to be determined. All those who take care of ailing or disabled loved ones or have recently lost loved ones are invited.
Willing Hands
All those who like to craft are invited to bring their current project and have fun working together with others who like to craft. It’s a time of Christian fellowship, creativity and service. Bring your lunch and meet in the Parish Hall. Willing Hands will meet the 2nd Tuesday of each month from Noon-2:00pm starting on Tues, Sept. 8. Crafts can be for yourself or for others. If you are interested in donating your creations, Willing Hands will be developing outreach opportunities for that. Please contact Meredith Whited here if interested.
St. Laurence Chorale
Join the choir! The St. Laurence Chorale starts their rehearsals for the year on Wed, Sept. 9 and continue every Wednesday night at 7:30pm in the Choir Loft. The Chorale sings at the 10:45am Sunday services and occasional 8:30 services throughout the year. Join in at any time.
Sunday School Begins
Sunday School for youth and kids begins Sept. 13 between the services at 9:50am. Adults will have an All Parish Expansion Meeting on that day and will begin Sunday School on Sept. 20. Kids are in the Children’s Building, Youth are in the Youth Room and Adults will be in the Parish Hall.
Expansion Update Meeting
Everyone is invited to our next Expansion Update Meeting on Sun, Sept. 13 at 9:50am between the services in the Parish Hall. We’ll give everyone the latest scoop on finishing the project, the furniture, where we are financially and the upcoming transition from a construction loan to a long-term loan.
Middle & High School Youth Group Kick Off Party
Both Middle School and High School Youth will kick off the new school year with a fun mystery event. You’ll never guess what it is! Meet in the Youth Room on Sun, Sept. 13 at 12:15pm and we’ll finish at 2:00pm. It's the perfect way to reconnect and start the year.
God Squad
God Squad is a junior Youth Group just for 4th & 5th graders. Meet in the Flex Space of the Children’s Building for a fun afternoon on Sun, Sept. 13 from 3:30-5:00pm. We’ll talk about the plans for the year, get to know each other and have a great time.
Evensong & Benediction Return
Evensong is a uniquely Anglican liturgy and St. Laurence is one of the few Churches in our Diocese to offer Evensong. It is sung Evening Prayer, from the Book of Common Prayer and starting Sept. 13 it will be returning every Sunday at 5:00pm in the Church. The service has two main features: 1. Listening to Bible Readings and 2. Offering prayers and praises to our Heavenly Father. Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament is combined with Evensong and is an extra-liturgical devotion, arising out of people’s desire to express faith in the presence of Jesus in the sacrament of the Eucharist. Here, for a few minutes we contemplate the mystery of His presence in the consecrated bread and we adore Him with hymns of praise. It’s a brief but powerful way to worship Jesus.
Canterbury Youth Choir Begins
Our Canterbury Youth Choir returns! This is for all kids who are old enough to read and older. We teach the Royal School of Church Music which teaches vocal skills, basic music theory and the Anglican tradition of choral music. The Canterbury Choir will sing at approx. 2 services a month (1 at 8:30am and 1 at 10:45am). Rehearsals will be every Wednesday from 6:30-8:00pm in the Music Building.
XYZ Group Lunch
XYZ is a social group for senior parishioners and they’re meeting for a potluck lunch on Sat, Sept. 19 at 2:00pm in the Parish Hall. Please bring a dish to share. Coffee and tea will be provided, but please bring anything else you would like to drink.
Gainesville State School Visit
On Sun, Sept. 20, the St. Laurence mission team will minister to the boys at the Gainesville State School. If you would like to come, please contact Carl Lapiska by Fri, Sept. 4 so your name can be put on the list. Treats and letters for the boys are always appreciated but please contact Carl so he can advise what is needed.
Newcomer's Brunch
All those new or somewhat new to St. Laurence are invited to a Newcomer’s Brunch on Sun, Sept. 20 at 12:15pm in the Parish Hall right after the late service. You’ll get to meet some of the vestry and staff and have a chance to learn a little bit more about the Church. It’s also a great chance for you to ask questions. We want you to feel welcome here and to know about ways you can plug in if you wish. Please join us!
Men's Bingo at UGM
All men of the Parish are invited to Bingo Night at UGM on Mon, Sept. 21. Join in for a great night of fellowship with the men at Union Gospel Mission. Meet at Swift Lindley’s House at 6:00pm to car pool. Bingo starts at 7:00pm.
Men's Bingo at UGM
All men of the Parish are invited to Bingo Night at UGM on Mon, Aug. 17. Join in for a great night of fellowship with the men at Union Gospel Mission. Meet at Swift Lindley’s House at 6:00pm to car pool. Bingo starts at 7:00pm.
Gainesville State School Visit
On Sun, Aug. 16, the St. Laurence mission team will minister to the boys at the Gainesville State School. If you would like to come, please contact Carl Lapiska by Fri, Aug. 7 so your name can be put on the list. Treats and letters for the boys are always appreciated but please contact Carl so he can advise what is needed.
St. Laurence Day Picnic
We’re celebrating our 75th Anniversary and the feast day of our patron, St. Laurence, at our annual St. Laurence Day Picnic. Everyone’s invited! This year we’ll be in our new Parish Hall with all the AC you could want. We’ll enjoy the wonderful BBQ, waterslides and activities that always makes the picnic so special. The difference this year is plenty of room to mingle and visit with all your friends and no sweating! Plan to join us Sun, Aug. 9 from 12:30-5:00pm in the Parish Hall.
World Famous BBQ, smoked on site by our St. Larry’s Burnt Offerings BBQ Team
Water slides for the big kids, kiddie pools for the little ones
Potluck lunch - Last names ending with A-P bring a side dish, Q-Z bring dessert please
Frozen margaritas
Ice Cream Truck
Live Band
Corn Hole Tournament
Mahjong and Board games
Plenty of parking
Nursery will be open until 2:00pm
Children's Chapel Returns
Parents, you can breathe a sigh of relief as Children’s Chapel returns on Sun, Aug. 9 during both services. Children’s Chapel is a worship service for young kids that includes age appropriate hymns, prayers and a Gospel lesson. Children start in the big Church with their parents and then when called, follow the cross to a service just for them in the Children’s Chapel Room in the Children’s Building. Their service lasts approx. 30 minutes before the children re-join their families at the time of the peace
Youth Group Fellowship Lunch
The High School Youth and Middle School Youth are invited to hang out together and have lunch. Meet at Kincaid’s Hamburgers in Southlake.
Diocesan 6th Grade Pool Party
All kids going into 6th grade this year are invited to a Diocesan Pool Party on Sat, Aug. 2 from 2:00-4:00pm at the home of Frank and Anne Marie Wagnon in Southlake. Come for an afternoon of swimming, games, snacks and lots of fun with other 6th graders around the diocese.
Art Exhibition
For one night only, everyone is invited to the most talked about gallery opening in Southlake. Join us for an elegant evening featuring the works of our accomplished young masters in our “In the Beginning…A Painting Class for Kids,” alongside beautiful icons created by our Sacred Arts Icon Class. Walk the red carpet, mingle with the artists (autographs may be available) and enjoy champagne, sparkling cider, cheese, and crackers. Black tie is completely unnecessary, but dramatic entrances are encouraged. Thurs, July 30 at 6:00pm in the St. Laurence Louvre (ok, it’s the Atrium).
Youth Group Fellowship Lunch
The High School Youth and Middle School Youth are invited to hang out together and have lunch. Meet at Kincaid’s Hamburgers in Southlake.
In the Beginning….A Painting Class for Kids
Kids entering 3rd-6th grades next fall are invited to a beginner's watercolor class that will explore fun techniques while painting through the days of creation in Genesis. Taught by Hilary Hale, a long-time commercial illustrator, the kids will be introduced to the joy of painting while praising God, our Creator. Monday-Thursday, July 27-30 from 10:00am-Noon in the Atrium. Also featuring an Art Showing & Reception on Thurs, July 30 at 6:00pm in the Atrium. Please keep an eye out for Registration details since this class will require a $25 supply fee.
Men's Bingo at UGM
All men of the Parish are invited to Bingo Night at UGM on Mon, July 20. Join in for a great night of fellowship with the men at Union Gospel Mission. Meet at Swift Lindley’s House at 6:00pm to car pool. Bingo starts at 7:00pm.
Gainesville State School Visit
On Sun, July 19, the St. Laurence mission team will minister to the boys at the Gainesville State School. If you would like to come, please contact Carl Lapiska by Fri, June 10 so your name can be put on the list. Treats and letters for the boys are always appreciated but please contact Carl so he can advise what is needed.
Summer Sunday School Class
Great Themes of the Old Testament. Fr. Young offers this summer Sunday School class to help us gain a better understanding of what God is teaching us in the Old Testament. Sundays July 19, 26 and Aug. 2 between the services at 9:50am in the Parish Hall.
XYZ Group Lunch
XYZ is a social group for senior parishioners and they’re meeting for a potluck lunch on Sat, July 18 at 2:00pm in the Parish Hall. Please bring a dish to share. Coffee and tea will be provided, but please bring anything else you would like to drink.
Feed Our Kids
Feed Our Kids is July 6-10 and has been a St. Laurence tradition for many years. This program is run by GRACE during the summer months to feed lunch to area children when free school lunches and breakfasts are not available. We will be providing lunches and activity kits for approx. 110 kids each day at the Ticknor Terrace Apartments in Grapevine. Volunteers are needed to make the lunches and activity kits, set up, serve, and play with the kids. Donations are needed for food and activity kits. Monetary donations may be made as well.
Youth Group Fellowship Lunch
The High School Youth and Middle School Youth are invited to hang out together and have lunch. Meet at Kincaid’s Hamburgers in Southlake.
Big Bible for Big Kids
All kids entering 3rd-5th grades next fall are invited to a 5-week Bible Study called Bible for Big Kids. We’ve collected the big questions that our kids are asking in Children's Chapel and want to give them the time they deserve to get solid answers from the Bible. Tuesdays, with a new start date, June 30-July 28, 1:30-2:30pm in the Children’s Building. Hosted by Hilary Hale and Sarah Lueking, we’ll study God's Word and address questions like:
If Jesus is God, then how come the voice of God came from Heaven when Jesus was baptized?
Why don't we see angels now like they used to see them in Bible times?
Did Jesus actually say, "l am God?”
Tuesdays from June 30 - July 28, 1:30-2:30pm in the Children’s Building.
Care Givers Lunch
The Care Giver’s Ministry will have their next lunch on Sat, June 27 at 11:00am at Wildwood Grill (2700 E Southlake Blvd.). All those who take care of ailing or disabled loved ones or have recently lost loved ones are invited.
Middle School Mission Trip
The Middle School Mission Trip will travel to Austin to work with Community First! Village, a master-planned community that provides affordable, permanent housing and support for people transitioning out of chronic homelessness. We will be helping with some property beautification projects, preparing and serving lunch on a food truck run and spreading the love of Jesus to those who are less fortunate.
Tuesday Night Discussions
Our Tuesday Night Discussions kick off on June 2 from 6:30-7:30pm and run every Tuesday through June 23. Come on over to Central Market, grab some dinner, snack or drink and we’ll dive into some great discussions. Bring your kids and they can play on the playground while we talk. It’s a great way to get to know some new people while enjoying some great spiritual conversations. Each week, we’ll have a different topic to spark our conversation. Childcare will not be provided.
Topic for June 23: In a culture that prizes being busy, what does real rest, or “Sabbath” actually look like for you right now? Is it a struggle or a gift?
Gainesville State School Visit
On Sun, June 21, the St. Laurence mission team will minister to the boys at the Gainesville State School. If you would like to come, please contact Carl Lapiska by Fri, June 12 so your name can be put on the list. Treats and letters for the boys are always appreciated but please contact Carl so he can advise what is needed.
Father's Day ManFeast
Bring your favorite Dad, Grandpa or Father figure to our ever-popular Father’s Day ManFeast, this year in The Great Hall! You’ll be treated to our traditional Bacon-focused manly brunch of bacon, breakfast tacos, biscuit sandwiches, donuts and more bacon. It’s everything your favorite guy loves but is never allowed to eat. Join us for the fun and then you can go home and take a nap. Sun, June 21 at 9:50am in The Great Hall.
XYZ Group Lunch
XYZ is a social group for senior parishioners and they’re meeting for a potluck lunch on Sat, June 20 at 2:00pm in The Great Hall. Please bring a dish to share. Coffee and tea will be provided, but please bring anything else you would like to drink.
Tuesday Night Discussions
Our Tuesday Night Discussions kick off on June 2 from 6:30-7:30pm and run every Tuesday through June 23. Come on over to Central Market, grab some dinner, snack or drink and we’ll dive into some great discussions. Bring your kids and they can play on the playground while we talk. It’s a great way to get to know some new people while enjoying some great spiritual conversations. Each week, we’ll have a different topic to spark our conversation. Childcare will not be provided.
Topic for June 16: What part of prayer comes most naturally to you, and what part is hardest?
Men's Bingo at UGM
All men of the Parish are invited to Bingo Night at UGM on Mon, June 15. Join in for a great night of fellowship with the men at Union Gospel Mission. Meet at Swift Lindley’s House at 6:00pm to car pool. Bingo starts at 7:00pm.
High School Mission Trip
Our High School Youth will work with The Ark in Panama City Beach, FL. This Christian ministry is focused on sharing the love of Christ through service, outreach, and relationship-building within the local community. During our time there, we will participate in hands-on service projects, assist with community outreach efforts, and support the Ark’s ministry as they serve individuals and families in need. This experience allows our youth to grow in faith while learning the importance of compassion, service, and caring for others.
Tuesday Night Discussions
Our Tuesday Night Discussions kick off on June 2 from 6:30-7:30pm and run every Tuesday through June 23. Come on over to Central Market, grab some dinner, snack or drink and we’ll dive into some great discussions. Bring your kids and they can play on the playground while we talk. It’s a great way to get to know some new people while enjoying some great spiritual conversations. Each week, we’ll have a different topic to spark our conversation. Childcare will not be provided.
Topic for June 9: What helps you return to God when you feel distracted, dry or distant?
Mission Trip Parent & Youth Info Meetings
The summer Mission Trips are coming up fast, so it’s time to give out all the details of the trips. Parents and Youth are asked to attend an Info Meeting on Sun, June 7 in the Youth Room of the new Parish Hall for both High School and Middle School summer mission trips. Katie will go over all details of the trips as well as discuss rules and expectations. The High School Mission trip meeting will start at 12:00pm and the Middle School meeting will start at 12:30.
Grand Opening of The Great Hall
Please join us on Sun, June 7 for one heck of a grand Grand Opening of our new building! This is the culmination of so many years of work, prayer and sacrifice on the part of everyone in this Parish. Now it’s time to give the glory to God and celebrate! Sun, June 7 at 9:50am.
Faith Berryman’s Funeral
The funeral for Faith Berryman will be Sat, June 6 at 11:00am, followed by a luncheon reception in the Atrium. Everyone is welcome. May she rest in peace and rise in glory.
Bishop Iker Golf Tournament
Everyone’s invited to participate in the annual Bishop Iker Memorial Golf Tournament on Fri, June 5 at Squaw Valley Golf Course in Glen Rose. It’s a great day of golf with teams from around the diocese and all proceeds go to support scholarships and capital improvements at Camp Crucis. Grab your friends and form your own team of 4 or let Frank Folger know and he’ll put you with a team of other St. Laurence folks who want to play.