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LIFT: Living In Faith Together

Welcome to LIFT: Living In Faith Together!

For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them. (Matthew 18:20)

LIFT (Living In Faith Together) is an invitation to intergenerational worship and formation.

LIFT on Sundays:

LIFT worship: LIFT worship encourages the young and the young-at-heart to participate in worship that grows with the members. LIFT worship nourishes both families and individuals through prayer, family-friendly readings, engaging and diverse music, and the Holy Eucharist. LIFT worship is outdoors under a tent, observing COVID safety protocols. Worship runs from 9-9:40am every Sunday in the Hilary House garden,

LIFT formation: LIFT formation is a Lectionary-based, non-sequential period of 40-45 minutes immediately following LIFT worship. LIFT formation utilizes the Scriptures from the day to guide the activity. Intergenerational ministry allows for opportunities for children, teens, and adults to learn from and with each other. Activities include community outreach projects, assembling prayer boxes, and collaboration with other parish ministries. Formation runs from 9:45-10:20am every Sunday in the Hilary House garden.

LIFT at Home:

LIFT extends beyond Sunday mornings! Living In Faith Together allows for families, couples, and individuals to deepen their faith through the week. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter, LIFT at Home, for updates and upcoming events for faith-building. We will post various resources for growing Intergenerational and Family Faith from St. Martin's and other ministry partners.

Check here for articles, resources, and activities to...

  • Build on the lessons and family-based activities from Sunday worship through the week
  • Observe the different liturgical seasons, holidays and Saint Days
  • Explore and foster faith with your families

We are in the Season of Easter, which began with the Day of Resurrection on April 17. We bask in forgiveness and love through "The Great 50 Days" of Easter.

Recent LIFT at Home e-newsletters:

05.31.2022 LIFT at Home

05.25.2022 LIFT at Home Special Edition

05.17.2022 LIFT at Home

05.03.2022 LIFT at Home

If you have feedback or ideas about any of this content, or would like to contribute, please contact Minister for Children & Youth, Anne Alexis Harra.

Anne Alexis Harra
Minister for Children & Youth
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Anne Alexis Harra

Minister for Children & Youth
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Anne Alexis Harra (she/her) was born and raised in Wilmington, DE. She and her beloved partner, Cole (he/him) currently live in Manayunk. Anne Alexis graduated from Washington College in May 2019 with a B.A. in English and a minor in Philosophy.

Anne Alexis has served on the Diocesan Council in the Episcopal Church in Delaware, as well as the Racial Justice & Reconciliation Commission, and the Diocesan Assessment Committee. Since moving to Philadelphia in January 2021, she has served on the DioPA Youth Leaders Team and the DioPA Dismantling Racism for Youth Leaders Team. She is passionate about children's spirituality and using education as a force for good in their spiritual lives.

Beginning with the waters of baptism, Anne Alexis has devoted her life to serving God in the Episcopal Church. Raised on Godly Play in Sunday school and moving into a tight-knit youth group, she is aware of the positive impact that the Church’s presence can have in the life of a young person. She is passionate about encouraging children and youth to explore their faith on a personal level while also committing to a community-centered effort to enact change for the greater good.

Anne Alexis is passionate about racial justice and healing, as well as advocating for the rights of children in the context of the Christian faith. She hopes for a church where all of God's beloved are welcomed, heard, and included. She seeks and envisions a church where every member feels the true love of God in Christ. Anne Alexis is deeply aware of the profound impact of Jesus' unyielding love for all, including the most tender and vulnerable in our society: children. Hopeful for a day when all marginalized peoples are treated with equity, she continues "to seek and serve Christ in all persons." The Baptismal Covenant and Sacrament of Eucharist guide her ministry.

Anne Alexis’ father owns and is president of a local funeral home in Wilmington. Some of her earliest childhood memories include observing him engage with bereaved families in a way that can only be described as ministerial. Her mother is a hospice nurse who guides her patients and families through a dignified palliative care stage. Anne Alexis’ parents have left a huge impression on her heart. A ministerial goal she has at St. Martin’s is exploring the often taboo topics of dying and death in the hopeful context of the gospels.

In her free time, she enjoys weightlifting, reading, spending time with her family (notably her godson, Will), and watching new shows with her beloved cats by her side. She and Cole enjoy trying eclectic restaurants in their neighborhood -- observing COVID restrictions, of course!



Celebrating Some New Beginnings

Celebrating Some New Beginnings

Posted January 6, 2021 Even as COVID continues to challenge all of us emotionally, spiritually and institutionally, I am reminded of some signs of new life here at St. Martin's which give me hope and inspiration. Through the Fall, our new LIFT L...
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Holy Baptism, Batman!

Holy Baptism, Batman!

January 4, 2022 Holy Baptism, Batman! LIFT is back this Sunday, January 9, with a splash! We will celebrate the Baptism of our Lord! LIFT Intergenerational Worship begins in the Church at 9am. This week, we will joyfully proclaim the ...
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Celebrate the Feast of the Epiphany!

Celebrate the Feast of the Epiphany!

Jan. 3, 2022 When [the wise men] saw that the star had stopped, they were overwhelmed with joy. On entering the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother; and they knelt down and paid him homage. (Matthew 2:10-11) The ...
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Faith and vulnerability

November 2, 2021 The All Saints’ Day lessons feature one of my three favorite gospel stories: the raising of Lazarus from the dead. This story is only found in the Gospel of John. It is a profound story of loss, faith, and love. ...
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Transformative versus transactional faith

Transformative versus transactional faith

October 18, 2021 This upcoming week, we hear the story of "Blind Bartimaeus." Bartimaeus was a blind man who sought Christ's healing to restore his vision. Bartimaeus' story is small but mighty: despite its short length (six verses!), it str...
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Living into the call of Isaiah 53

Living into the call of Isaiah 53

In the passage from Isaiah this week, we hear a devastating account of "the suffering servant" who bore our iniquities and transgressions so we might find favor with God again. Isaiah outlines the characteristics of this servant, describing his...
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LIFT FAQ

LIFT FAQ Want to learn more about LIFT? Have some questions about our new way to worship and learn? Have no fear, the FAQ is here! Q: What are the times of LIFT worship and formation (education) on Sunday mornings? A: LIFT worship occ...
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Welcome to LIFT!

Welcome to LIFT!

September 7, 2021 Something new is beginning at St. Martin's. Something that is welcoming and nourishing to ALL in the Body of Christ. I am thrilled to bring you LIFT: Living In Faith Together. Beginning 9/26 , we will offer a new way to...
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Serving the Lord in crisis

Serving the Lord in crisis

August 17, 2021 Dear parents and families, I have felt almost frantic over the past 72 hours. Haiti. Afghanistan. COVID. The images of Afghan civilians hanging onto the edges of US planes, seeking refuge, will haunt us all forever....
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Lessons on love from Ted Lasso

Lessons on love from "Ted Lasso"

July 27, 2021 Dear parents and families, Perhaps you’ve heard the latest buzz around the AppleTV original show, “Ted Lasso” starring Jason Sudeikis. I don’t consider myself a huge sports fan, so I didn’t see the point in watchin...
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In Difficult Times: Resources, Prayers, and Help For Families

In our current political and social climate, we are faced with what seems like an unending parade of tragedies, disasters and hate-fueled traumas. As Church we are called to respond. And our children, who are part of the Church, are encouraged to have a place in these challenging conversations. Engaging their questions and supporting their desire to respond in age-appropriate way…

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Youth Ministry

First and third Sundays of the Month at 12:00 p.m., noon

Youth Ministry is for our high school youth, grades 9 through 12. The Rector, the Rev. Jarrett Kerbel, leads the group via Zoom at noon on the third Sundays of the month.

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LIFT: Living In Faith Together In Difficult Times: Resources, Prayers, and Help For Families Youth Ministry

Saturday, 6/25 at 11:00 AM
Saturday Bible Study
Sunday, 6/26 at 8:00 AM
Spoken Holy Eucharist with sermon
Sunday, 6/26 at 9:00 AM
LIFT Intergenerational Worship
Sunday, 6/26 at 10:30 AM
Choral Eucharist with sermon
Sunday, 6/26 at 12:00 PM
Worship Reflections In Person
Sunday, 6/26 at 6:00 PM
Online: Al-Anon Sunday-Nighters
Sunday, 6/26 at 8:00 PM
A.A. (in person)
Monday, 6/27 at 7:30 AM
Morning Prayer via Zoom (SM)

Saturday Bible Study

Saturday, June 25, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

St. Martin's Staff Person is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Bible Study Time: Apr 30, 2022 11:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Every week on Sat, 20 occurrence(s) Apr 30, 2022 11:00 AM May 7, 2022 11:00 AM May 14, 2022 11:00 AM May 21, 2022 11:00 AM May 28, 2022 11:00 AM Jun 4, 2022 11:00 AM Jun 11, 2022 11:00 AM Jun 18, 2022 11:00 AM Jun 25, 2022 11:00 AM Jul 2, 2022 11:00 AM Jul 9, 2022 11:00 AM Jul 16, 2022 11:00 AM Jul 23, 2022 11:00 AM Jul 30, 2022 11:00 AM Aug 6, 2022 11:00 AM Aug 13, 2022 11:00 AM Aug 20, 2022 11:00 AM Aug 27, 2022 11:00 AM Sep 3, 2022 11:00 AM Sep 10, 2022 11:00 AM Please download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system. Weekly: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/tZUqcO2urDkiEtG0nVu446eUnvON7mB33m5G/ics?icsToken=98tyKuGpqTwuHNaXuBGCRpwcB4_CLO7zpnpHj7d6zBHTFnQHNAbDOPRtHOVyMouD Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81774622885 Meeting ID: 817 7462 2885 One tap mobile +16465588656,,81774622885# US (New York) +13017158592,,81774622885# US (Washington DC) Dial by your location +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) Meeting ID: 817 7462 2885 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kd4ikOkS2Z

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Spoken Holy Eucharist with sermon

Sunday, June 26, 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Live-streamed to YouTube.com/StMartinECPhilly and StMartinEC.org/live.

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LIFT Intergenerational Worship

Sunday, June 26, 9:00 AM - 9:40 AM

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Choral Eucharist with sermon

Sunday, June 26, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Live-streamed to YouTube.com/StMartinECPhilly and StMartinEC.org/live.

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Worship Reflections In Person

Sunday, June 26, 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

In person only.

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Online: Al-Anon Sunday-Nighters

Sunday, June 26, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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A.A. (in person)

Sunday, June 26, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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Morning Prayer via Zoom (SM)

Monday, June 27, 7:30 AM - 8:00 AM

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Sermons

  • Jun 5 | The Rev. Dr. Nora Johnson
    Beatitudes for Pride
  • Jun 5 | The Rev. James H. Littrell
    Ticks in the Boxwoods
  • May 29 | The Rev. David F. Potter
    Where Do We Go From Here?
  • May 28 | The Rev. James H. Littrell
    New Every Morning
  • May 22 | The Rev. James H. Littrell
    River

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Join us online for Sunday morning worship!

  • 8:00 a.m. Traditional spoken Holy Eucharist with sermon - live streamed.
  • 9:00 a.m. Living in Faith Together: Outdoor, intergenerational worship with eucharist, immediately followed by formation at 9:40
  • 10:30 a.m. Traditional Holy Eucharist with music and sermon - live streamed.

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