All God's Creatures/Back to the Garden 
Sundays, Feb. 24 and March 3, 9 a.m. 
Garden Room

On Feb. 24: Parishioner Bob Askins, Master Naturalist and amateur nature photographer, will share images of wildlife, his wonder at creation and a few thoughts on perceptions of different creatures and our role in the natural world. Join us as we consider God’s creatures great and small.

On March 3: Bob will continue looking at how our story begins in a garden and ends in the garden restored. In this class, we will look at the miracles of green plants and fungi, and a little bit about how plants communicate, the interdependencies of plants and animals, and how we can help restore Eden.

Sunday school for children and youth
Sundays, May through September, 9 a.m. 
The Commons

Children ages 4 through 3rd grade: Godly Play in St. Anne's.
4th- and 5th-graders: Living the Good News, Classroom at top of stairs.
Middle and high schoolers: Living the Good News, Youth Loft area. 

Cajun Potluck
Tuesday, March 5, 5:30 p.m.
Parish Hall

Bring your best Cajun dish and join in the fun of Shrove Tuesday! We'll have prizes for best costume, best table decoration and best dish. 

Ash Wednesday Services
Wednesday, March 6
In the church

Three services of Holy Eucharist and the Imposition of Ashes will be offered: 7:30 a.m., 12:10 p.m. (with childcare in the DIN for children up to age 4), and 6 p.m. (no childcare). 

Family Painting Table
Saturdays, March 9 and April 13
2 to 4 p.m., Parish Hall 

We will explore Jesus’s 40-day journey in the desert through prayers, paint and love. These gatherings are intended for all ages — adults, children and families because a journey is best when we travel together. (Parents are required to attend with their children.) Each will be led by parishioner and art teacher Amanda Stockard, who will being using the Episcopal Church's "Way of Love" and Roger Hutchison's "The Painting Table." RSVP:  allison.askins@smifsc.com.

Wednesdays in Lent
Starting March 13, 20, 27 and April 3, 10, 17
5:30 to 6:15 p.m, Soup Supper
6:20 to 7:30 p.m., Program

Join the Rev. Mitch Smith for a journey through Lent each Wednesday evening of Lent. We'll begin with a simple soup supper, followed by a program to be led by the rector. 

Morning Prayer and Study Group with Breakfast
Every Tuesday, 7:30 a.m.
All Saints' Hall in the Parish Hall

This group of faithful participants meets every Tuesday for Morning Prayer and breakfast. They also read important books or do Bible studies during their time together. They would love to have you join them. Contact Paul Palmer if you are interested at paul@ptpalmer.com.

Just Us Girls Bible Study
1st Tuedays (7p.m.) and 1st Wednesdays (10 a.m.) 
Parish Library

Join this group of folks who enjoy Bible study together, and, while the name of the group originated as "Just Us Girls," all are welcome to take part. Different areas of the Bible are studied on an ongoing basis.
Contact: Parishioner Judy Carter. 

Loft Wednesdays for middle school and senior high students
Wednesdays during the school year, starting Sept. 12
3:30 to 5 p.m. 

Bring a friend and come to the Youth Loft in The Commons for chocolate chip cookies (or another fun snack), games, fellowship and study time. 

St. Martin's Reads: A Book Club
Wednesdays, every other month, 6:30 p.m. 
St. Luke's Studio 

This group of parishioners enjoys reading great books, and gets together regularly to discuss them. Join them!
Next selection: “Endurance: My Year in Space”
Next date: March, date TBD. 

St. Martin's Movie Group
Monthly, 4th Tuesday, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
All Saints' Hall in the Parish Hall

St. Martin's Movie Group is a group of adult parishioners who enjoy movies and a discussion of their theological implications. Friends are welcome. Participants bring a finger food or favorite beverage to share. New movie announced each month.
November Movie: The Zookeeper's Wife 

Gentle Yoga for Wellness
6 p.m., each Wednesday 
Garden Room of The Commons

Join yoga instructor Amy Moore for a class designed to provide gentle stretching as a path toward wellness and self-care. 
Cost: $10 per class. Pay at the door. 

Daughters of the King
3rd Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. 

This is a group of women in the parish who have committed to regular prayer individually and as a group. Contact parishioner Margaret Sprott for information about how to join the Daughters. 

Martineers Lunches
September through May, 2nd Thursdays @ Noon
All Saints' Hall

These fellowship gatherings are for those who are 55 and older. A catered lunch is provided (donations accepted). Desserts are always welcomed! 
Contact: Parishioner Candace Frierson

EYC 
Sundays, September through May, 5 p.m./6 p.m./6:30 p.m. 
Youth Loft

Middle school students meet from 5 to 6 p.m.; dinner with middle and high school students from 6 to 6:30 p.m., followed by high school gathering from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Games and fellowship each Sunday evening during the school year. Special service events and other activities are also part of this youth community. Bring a friend! All are welcome!