Updated September 2025
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ADULT FORMATION
The following adult classes meet from now through May during the formation hour, from 9 a.m. to 9:50 a.m. each Sunday.
Sundays
Sunday School - Adult Formation: Join us in St. Bede's 9 AM Sunday this summer for a discusison on the topic of Sacrements and Sacremental Rites. Contact for questions.
- 8/10/2025 Sacraments and Sacramental Rites: Healing
- 8/17/2025 Sacraments and Sacramental Rites: Ordination
- 8/24/2025 Community Partner Connection (Serve Sunday) TBD
- 8/31/2025 Q and A with the Rev'd Allen Junek
- 9/7/2025 Rice Campus Ministry - the Rev'd Beth Anne Nelson and Carrie Willard
- 9/14/2025 - Meditation - Panel Discussion
- 9/21/2025 - Community Partner Archway Academy
- 9/28/2025 - Q and A with new Deacon Mary Reddick
Faces of our Faith
9 AM Sunday Morning Adult Christian Formation Beginning October 5
There are many heroes of faith for Christians, people we admire and wish to be. However, there are even more ordinary people of faith—those doing what they can with what they have to make a difference. This fall, we’ll dig deep into the bold and untold stories of those often overlooked in our biblical narratives, hoping these characters remind us that we all play a role in shaping God’s story of redemption and grace.
- October 5 - Faces of our Faith: Adam and Eve / Shiphrah and Puah
- October 12 - Faces of our Faith: The Daughters of Zelophehad
- October 19 - Faces of our Faith: Deborah
- October 26 - Community Partner: Blood Drive
- November 2 - Face of Our Faith: Queen Vashti
- November 9 - Face of Our Faith: Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego
- November 16 - Face of Our Faith: Jonah / Anna
- November 23 - Community Partner Conversation
- November 30 - Advent Wreath Making
- December 7 - Faces of our Faith: Judas Iscariot
- December 14 - Faces of our Faith: The Penitent Thief on the Cross
- December 21 - Faces of our Faith: Joseph of Arimathea
- December 28 - Christmas Customs Through the Ages
Parents’ Group: At Palmer we are dedicated to supporting and empowering parents as they nurture and guide their children in today’s world. While your kiddo plays in the nursery, rehearses with the Children’s Choir, or attends Children’s Sunday School in Holy Cross Chapel, spend 50 minutes connecting with other parents in similar stages of life. Meets in Autry House room upstairs.
Newcomer Class
Are you new to Palmer? Or to the Episcopal Church? Are you a long time member who would like to reconnect or learn more about being Episcopalian? Are you seeking community or feeling called to the sacrament of Confirmation? Reach out to The Rev. Katherine Tuttle, if you have any questions or need more information.
Midweek
Tuesdays
- Women’s Bible Study at 7am in A102 and Zoom
- Men’s Bible Study–7am in A202 and Zoom
- Women’s Bible Study at 2:30pm on Zoom
Wednesdays
Noonday Prayer and Bible Study for all–12 noon in A102 and Zoom
Special Events
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS
On Sunday, October 12, there will be “Eucharist on the Lawn & Blessing of the Animals” at 10 AM on the grass between the chapel and the medical center. Please bring your pets and also blanket or chairs with you. Note, there will be a simultaneous worship service held inside the church also at 10 AM for those who do not wish to attend the Blessing of the Animals.
MENTAL HEALTH QUIET DAY
Join us for a Mental Health Quiet Day — a gentle retreat from the rush of everyday life on Saturday, October 18 from 9:00-11:30 AM. Kiki Bacon, a trained yoga instructor will be leading gentle yoga from 9:00-9:45 AM, open to all ages. From 10:00-10:45 AM we will hold a worshop “Introduction to Mindfulness” and short practice led by Ann Friedman from Mental Health America of Greater Houston. A whole-food based brunch will follow from 11:00-11:30 AM. This event is free and open to the public. Please RSVP to the Rev'd Katherine Tuttle at
Monthly Events
- Potluck in the Parish Hall - Last Sunday of the Month
- Dinner & Discussion (For dates and times, visit palmerchurch.org/dinnerdiscussion)
- Downtown Lunch: Noon at Treebeard’s at the Cathedral (4th Tuesday of the month except in November and December)
- Reel Theology - Film discussion group meets first Sundays of the month at 7 PM on Zoom
- Social Hour with the Rector: Meet the Rev’d Neil Alan Willard at Valhalla on the Rice University campus every 2nd Thursday from 5-6 PM and connect with fellow Palmers under the live oaks. Weather permitting.
UPCOMING Events
- October 3-5 - Men’s Retreat
- October 5 – Choral Evensong, 4:00 PM
- October 12 – Blessing of the Animals
- October 18 - Mental Health Quiet Day and Workshops
- October 26 – Palmer in the Park
- November 2 – All Saints’ Requiem Eucharist
- November 7-9 – Parish Retreat
- November 16 – Covenant Sunday
- November 30 – Advent Wreath Making
- December 14 – Advent Lessons & Carols, 4:00 PM
- December 17 – The Longest Night Service
- December 24 – Three Christmas Eve Services at 3:00 PM, 5:30 PM Carols/6 PM Choral Eucharist, 8:30 PM Carols/9 PM Choral Eucharist
- December 25 - Christmas Day Service at 10:00 AM