Services
October 26, 2025
The Episcopal Church of St. Martin, Lebanon, OR
Collect of the Day
Almighty and everlasting God, increase in us the gifts of faith, hope, and charity; and, that we may obtain what you promise, make us love what you command; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.
The Holy Eucharist
St. Martin’s will celebrate the 75th
Anniversary in October 25, 2025
@ 11AM-3PM
Watch for more information
About us
Located in the heart of Lebanon, OR, for over 50 years the St. Martin’s Episcopal Church has served its parishioners and community.
We are served by multiple clergy including the Fathers Robert M. and Tom M. and Rev. Deacon Keena S.
Meet Father Tom M.
At St. Martin’s you will find four things that you might be familiar with during the service:
- We take communion each Sunday.
- We recite the Nicene Creed
- We pray the Lord’s Prayer
- We sing during the service to praise the Lord!
The Rt. Rev.
Diana Akiyama,
Bishop of Episcopal Church in
Western Oregon
Presider & Celebrant
The Rt. Rev. Diana Akiyama was born in Wheeler, Oregon and grew up in a Japanese-American community in Hood River. Bishop Akiyama was the first Japanese-American woman ordained to the priesthood in The Episcopal Church in 1989 by the Rt. Rev. Rustin Kimsey, Diocese of Eastern Oregon.
She holds a Ph.D. in Religion and Social Ethics from the University of Southern California (2001). Before returning to Oregon to serve as our 11th bishop, she served as the Vicar at St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church in Kapaau, Hawai’i and as Dean at Waiolaihui’ia School of Formation for the Episcopal Diocese of Hawai’i.
Feast of St. Martin of Tours
St. Martin began his life as a Roman soldier. He was born of pagan parents in November of 397 AD. He famously petitioned Julian the Apostate to be released. He stated he was a soldier for Christ and was not allowed to fight. While in the Roman army he cut a piece of his cloak to share with a beggar. He dreamt of Jesus that night and awoke to a whole cloak. He immediately finished his religious instruction and was baptized.
COLLECT OF ST. MARTIN’S
Lord God of hosts, you clothed your servant Martin the soldier with the spirit of sacrifice and set him as a bishop in your Church to be a defender of the catholic faith:
Give us grace to follow in his holy steps, that, at the last, we may be found clothed with righteousness in the dwellings of peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Outreach Ministries & Congregational Care
One of the things that brings us great joy is service. We provide a variety of services by partnering with community providers and leaders to attempt to meet the needs in our Lebanon, Scio, and Sweet Home communities. Here are a few of the activities we do to connect and serve. Let us know if you would like to join us.
Care Kits
For the last 20 years St. Martin’s has put together Care Kits with our community collaborators to serve the homeless and low-income. If you would like to donate items or help us assemble them, please reach out.
What’s in the kits?
- Shampoo
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Body wipes
- Washcloth
- Toilet paper
- Soap Bar
- Lotion
- Socks (Lg. or Sizes 9-11) (long not short socks please)
Knitting and Crocheting Shawls for Hospital
We support our local hospital by knitting and crocheting washable shawls. We meet at the church on Wednesday morning. We use a special washable yarn that helps the shawls do double duty as beautiful warm pieces that can be santized.
Home Communion & Pastoral Visits
For members of the parish, the clergy bring communion to home-bound and provide pastoral care.
Crossroad Communities Partnership
St. Martin’s collaborates with Crossroads Communities to meeting specific needs of low-come and seniors facing challenging life situations. If you know someone in need contact:
CroSSroads Communities
Collect Sleeping Bags
for Homeless
Paul Napper collects gently used and new sleeping bags for distribution among the homeless. If you would like to donate a sleeping bag, please email us! We can schedule a drop off.
November 1, 2025 Collection Event
Lebanon School District Partnership
Each year Lebanon School District assembles school supplies for homeless and low-income students by partnering with various non-profits and churches. St. Martin’s has always participated in the gathering of supplies for over 500 children annually.
LeBANON SchooL DISTRICT
Compassion Pantry
Nonperishable foods and items are placed into a cabinet on the church’s property to provide for the homeless and needy. Items are received and monitored by church volunteer, Paul Nappier and others. If you would like to donate, please contact our office. We do not accept expired items.
Our Church Leadership & Vestry
These are the people who lead and guide the church.
VESTRY
Many hands make light work.
Kay Young
HOMILIST
Doug Young
TREASURER
Jocelyn Wagner
SR. WARDEN
Lois Ward
VESTRY
Lydia O’Brien
MUSICIAN
Ray Hendricks
VISITING MUSICIAN
Susan B.
Parish Administrator
Sandy Clapp
VESTRY
What are you waiting for?
All are welcome. Send us an email if you have any questions.
Our Projects
We serve people in our community at all ages and stages. Check out some of our fun projects and let us know if you would like to join us! Gardening, knitting, and serving others are just a few.
Photo gallery
We welcome all people.
No matter where you are in your walk,
all are welcome!!
Contact us
We are a place for worship and connection. Feel free to reach out to us. We are happy to meet with you, talk about worship, and answer your questions.
stmartinslebanon@gmail.com
Our Church location
257 East Milton
Lebanon OR 97355