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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Art Show and Reception
The Parish is invited to a special Art Show and Reception featuring the watercolor art pieces created by the children in the “In The Beginning” Watercolor Art Class. 6:00pm on Thurs, July 30 in 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.
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.
Youth Group Fellowship Lunch
The High School Youth and Middle School Youth are invited to hang out together and have lunch.
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 2: What part of Jesus’ personality do you find yourself drawn to most right now?
Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School is happening this summer on June 1-4 and we’ll be in our new Children’s Building! The theme this year is “Rainforest Falls: Exploring the Nature of God.” The kids will plunge into a lifelong adventure of discovering the nature of God. They’ll explore what it means to be rooted in relationship with God, our Creator, who is our safety in life’s storms. VBS is for kids age 4 by 6/1/26 through entering 5th grade next fall. Registration is $20/child. Click the link below to register.
Holy Land Trip Info Meeting
A trip to the Holy Land can be a life changing experience. They say that seeing these Holy sites for yourself is the Fifth Gospel, because it brings Jesus’ message to life in such a different way. Fr. Jordan has been several times and he is planning to lead another trip next spring. While things over there are settling down and our tour company is taking groups there now, we understand that not everyone will feel comfortable. In order to gauge interest, we are having an information meeting on Sun, May 31 at 9:50am between the services in the Music Building. The dates are April 6-15, 2027 with an optional 3 day extension to see Petra. Come hear the plans for this amazing trip!
Care Givers Lunch
The Care Giver’s Ministry will have their next lunch on Sat, May 23 at 11:00am at Cafe Italia (2647 Ira E Woods, Colleyville). All those who take care of ailing or disabled loved ones or have recently lost loved ones are invited.
St. Laurence Women's Group
All women of the Parish are invited to a Summer Book Exchange party for the St. Laurence Women’s Group on Tues, May 19 from 6:30-8:00pm in the Atrium of the Children’s Building. Please bring 1-3 of your favorite new or gently used books to exchange with the group. Books can be from any genre (no children’s books), but please only bring books you’ve read and recommend. Dinner will be served. Please bring $10 for dinner and a bottle of wine to share. Childcare for kids 5 and under is available in the nursery for anyone who makes a reservation 24 hours in advance by clicking the link below.
Men's Bingo at UGM
All men of the Parish are invited to Bingo Night at UGM on Mon, May 18. 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, May 17, 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, May 8 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.
XYZ Group Lunch
XYZ is a social group for senior parishioners and they’re meeting for a potluck lunch on Sat, May 16 at 2:00pm in either the Atrium of the Children’s Ministry Building or 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.
College Mission Trip
Our college mission team is traveling to New Orleans to serve alongside the New Orleans Mission on several outreach and service opportunities. We’ll be helping to paint the interior of an old administration building that is being transformed into a home for women and children in transition, and participate in a grocery outreach ministry and a brown bag outreach in the city
Ascension Eve Mass & Bonfire
The Ascension occurs 40 days after the Resurrection of Jesus and celebrates Christ’s Ascension into heaven. We will celebrate with a special Mass on Wed, May 13 at 6:30pm in the Church. Then after Mass, join us outside in front of the Atrium to hang out and roast marshmallows with your St. Laurence family (there is no dinner). We'll provide beer, wine, non-alcoholic drinks, cheese & crackers and all the makings for s’mores. Join us for a great evening.
Toast to Mothers Celebration & Grand Opening of The Great Hall
Join us for our Mother’s Day Celebration & Grand Opening of The Great Hall on Sun, May 10 between the services. Our celebration will be in the new Great Hall with live jazz music, mimosas, and light finger foods (so you can still enjoy your brunch afterwards!). Bring your mom and help us celebrate this momentous occasion of Mother’s Day and the conclusion of our Expansion.
Spring Brunch for Women of the Diocese
All women of the Parish are invited to a Diocesan Woman’s brunch on Sat, May 9 here at St. Laurence. It begins with Mass at 10:00am, with Bishop Reed celebrating and Fr. Rogers preaching. After Mass, there is a brunch in the Atrium of the Children’s Building. Women from around the diocese will be joining. The brunch is put on by the Diocesan Daughters of the King and there is no cost.
God Squad
Our Youth Group just for 4th & 5th graders is meeting Sun, May 3 for a fun time of games, discussion, snacks & Jesus! 3:30-5:00pm in the Youth Room.