St. Martin's Episcopal Church
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We are a diverse community that joyfully prays and worships God in word and action; we proclaim the Good News that God is united with humanity in the gift of Jesus Christ. Saint Martin's is an open and affirming parish of about seven hundred members, diverse in background, ideas, and demographics. This is a community in which all of God's children are welcome and included.
Our mission is to answer God’s call to work for the restoration of all people to unity with God and each other in Christ. For us, this means that we rigorously engage Christian tradition and faith to live lives that are Jesus-shaped: loving, peace and justice-centered, and above all, God-driven.
We are at the heart of our community and have the community in our heart. We are located just over a mile from the center of Charlotte, in a century-old neighborhood, beside one of Charlotte's great city parks. Our parish is active every day of every week; we are a service centered community and our building is a gathering place for our neighbors. Our ministries offer space for all God’s people to meet and find Christ in each other. At Saint Martin’s, we strive to be a resource of prayer and spirituality and to offer bold moral leadership in our city. Many in our community consider Saint Martin’s their church, even if they do not attend on Sundays. Here, we welcome you wherever you are in your journey.
Worship times
Volunteer opportunities
Ministries
Christian Formation
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd – A Montessori based Christian formation program offered
on Sunday mornings 9:00 until 10:15 September through May.
Atrium of the Lambs (18 months – 3 years) Atrium Two: The Good Shepherd
Atrium Three: The True Vine
Atrium Four: The Parousia (9 years – 5th Grade)
Solemn Communion – A Montessori based Christian formation program that looks to deepen the Eucharistic experience for children K thru 5th grade. Children must have had at least one year of Catechesis.
Christmas in White Horse – A ministry program to provide Christmas gifts to the children of White Horse, a community located on the Cheyenne River Reservation of the Lakota Nation.
Baptism Preparation – A two-hour class to help parents and godparents look at the journey of Baptism.
Vacation Bible School – St. Martin’s Episcopal Church joins with St. John’s Baptist Church (ABC) each June for a one week VBS experience, mornings 9:00 am until 12:00 noon.
Child Fellowship & Childcare – A parent ministry on Sunday mornings for children birth thru 5 years old providing childcare during the 10:30 service; a nursery is provided during the 8:00 and 10:30 services.
Catechesis Training – Catechesis training is available on an as needed basis at St. Martin’s and/ or locally for all levels.
Christmass Pageant – A children’s service and pageant is held on Christmass Eve. All children birth thru 5th grade are encouraged to attend.
Pilgrimage – A spiritual journey that youth take after they complete Year II of J2A portion of the J2A program.
Carolina Connection – A cooperative relationship between churches in the Charlotte area in mission work and fellowship.
Past Youth Mission Trips – Coordinated with churches in the Carolina Connection
Central Alabama (2012)
Golden Isles, Georgia (2010)
Bay St. Louis, Mississippi (2006—2008) Whitehorse/Cheyenne River Reservation, South Dakota
Episcopal Outreach Camp – A four-day camp for junior high youth to experience outreach opportunities in Charlotte; held in mid July
Acolytes – Youth – Assist and serve during worship services throughout the year.
Scouting – Opportunities for young boys and teenagers to learn outdoor skills, participate in service projects, and grow in leadership.
Cub Scouts – Den 405: Rod Workman
Boy Scouts – Troop 405: John Munce, john@johnmunce.com
Happening – A spiritual weekend encounter for high school teens sponsored by the diocesan youth council; held in the fall .
Youth Week at Kanuga – A week long conference with youth from Province IV at Kanuga Conference Center; held in June.
Fundraising – Various events held throughout the year to help the youth raise money for summer pilgrimages and mission trips — including Mama Martino’s Dinner, Spring Flower Sale, Yard Sale.
Mama Martino’s – An annual spaghetti dinner prepared, hosted, and served by the youth; held in February.
Youth Sunday – Youth lead the 10:30am worship service with music, readings, and sermon; occurs in late spring
Diocesan Youth Events – Planned and coordinated by the Chartered Committee for Youth (CCY)
Fall Youth Event - A diocesan youth conference for middle school youth held at the Haw River State Park; held in October (Past themes have been Hey Seuss; Marvelous, RAE)
Bishops' Ball - A diocesan youth conference for middle and high school youth held at the Walter Johnson Camp and Conference Center; held in December (Past themes have been I Believe..., Episco...what?, and Walking with God)
Spring Youth Event - A diocesan youth conference for high school youth held at the Haw River State Park; held in April (Past themes have been Go and Do Likewise, Relationships)
Adult Formation & Education Sunday mornings: 9:15-10:15 am
Word & Life: exploring each Sunday’s Scripture lessons and their relationship to life in the world.
Bibliognostics: occasions to read and discussion significant Christian spiritual books and ideas.
Newcomers Class: once a month gathering of new members
Current and Christian main adult programming - changes every 6 weeks
Wednesday mornings (9:30am—12:00 noon or evenings 7:00—9:30pm):
Education for Ministry: The Rev. Armand LaVallee (contact through the Parish office) – a four-year program of lay theological education in Old & New Testament, Church History, and Theology through individual and group study and discussion.
Bible Study:
Tuesday Morning Bible Study: Bible discussion group focusing on particular books of the Bible.
Friday Morning Bible Study:
Pastoral Care
Eucharistic Visitors: Named by the Rector and licensed by the Bishop, Eucharistic Visitors carry the
Blessed Sacrament to those who cannot (for whatever reason) attend regular services.
Hospital Visitors: Select and trained parishioners who share with the clergy in hospital visitation.
New Mom’s Meals: The hospitality of food to families with new babies; offered during those first challenging weeks when a new one is added to the family.
Children's Ministries and Youth Ministries
El Hogar Ministries and South Dakota Cheyenne River Reservation
Gay Men's Chorus of Charlotte
Galilee Center of East Charlotte and Loaves & Fishes
Crisis Assistance Ministry clothing drives and collections
Visitors regularly relax on the church grounds including our courtyard, Rose Garden, and Memorial Garden.
1510 E 7th Street
Charlotte, NC 28204
United States
