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SOUP AND SANDWICH FUNDRAISER
Posted on: Tuesday, October 5, 2021
ST. MARK’S LUTHERAN CHURCH SOUP and SANDWICH SALE Chicken Corn Soup ---$8/quart Vegetable Soup ---$8/quart Country Ham Sandwich ---$6 each Assorted Baked Goods available at Pick-up TO ORDER – Pre-orders requested, but walk-ins welcome Orders due by October 10th, 2021 Call 443.880.0263 or 301.733.7550 to place orders PICKUP – OCTOBER 16TH between 10 am – 12:30 pm at St. Mark’s Parking Lot across from the church at 601 Washington Avenue Proceeds to benefit the Parsonage Renovation Fund
» Read moreANNUAL CHURCH PICNIC POSTPONED DUE TO COVID
Posted on: Wednesday, September 29, 2021
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Due to the increase in the Covid positivity rate, the Covid Task Force and Church Council have recommended postponing the Annual Church Picnic, scheduled for this Sunday, October 3 at Doub Woods until April. The safety of our members and friends is of upmost importance.
» Read moreCHOIRS ARE BACK
Posted on: Wednesday, August 25, 2021
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Chancel Choir and Chorister Choir FINALLY, after a way-too-long hiatus - thanks to COVID! - we're going to try to resume choir rehearsals. Mostly due to health or scheduling issues, our choirs have become rather small, so we could really use some more singers. So please consider joining us, or at least come and try it out. All are welcome! Contact Kathy at 301-733- 4090. Here's the plan: CHANCEL CHOIR (Adults) will begin rehearsals on Thursday, Sept. 2 from 4:00-5:00 in the Sanctuary every week
» Read moreParish News---Breanna Myers
Posted on: Friday, July 9, 2021
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Once upon a time, a little red haired girl came to church at St. Mark's. She would run through the aisles with delight in her eyes. She attended Sunday School and learned all about God's love. She joined the children's choir and sang her heart out. When she got tall enough to become an acolyte, she was always available, no matter what! She attended Mar-Lu Ridge camp and became a counselor there. She attended Youth Synod events and helped with Vacation Bible School when she was able. She was the...
» Read moreCHOOSE JOY!!!!
Posted on: Wednesday, April 28, 2021
Paying attention in life is something that can lead to a more meaningful life, yet we spend much of life not paying attention. I am not talking about paying attention in general, but instead looking for moments of grace and joy that occur in our lives. There is much of life that would divert us from these moments to believing that there is little good and beautiful left in life. So we need to work at paying attention to the joy, beauty and grace that surrounds us.
» Read moreWHY CELEBRATE PENTECOST
Posted on: Wednesday, April 28, 2021
Many Christians around the world will celebrate Pentecost Sunday. Some, however, may not understand the meaning of this traditional Christian celebration. Whether you have been observing Pentecost for years, or whether it is a completely new concept to you, here are a few reasons why celebrating Pentecost this year might be a good idea. 1. Pentecost Reminds Us of The Holy Spirit.
» Read moreTHE QUILTERS HAVE RETURNED
Posted on: Wednesday, April 28, 2021
The quilters are meeting again every Tuesday from 9:15-11:30. The quilts are for the Lutheran World Relief Mission and are given to babies, locally to CASA , and to those who need them all over the world. “We have a lot of fun making quilts.” If you would like to try it out, no sewing abilities are needed to have fun and “help blanket the world with love.” For more information, call Sandy at 301-302- 7419. All supplies provided. Face masks required.
» Read moreFrom the Pastor
Posted on: Wednesday, April 28, 2021
“A problem not worth praying about is a problem not worth worrying about.” How many times have you lost sleep over some matter or another? Maybe it was something that, at the time, seemed huge or profound. Maybe it was something that, at the time, just seemed nettling or bothersome. Either way, how many times has your peace and rest been sacrificed in the face of some sort of trouble?
» Read moreFrom the Council President
Posted on: Friday, March 26, 2021
Dear St. Mark’s family, I hope this newsletter finds you well and ready to begin a new chapter at St. Mark’s. While we find ourselves in a time of transition, having said farewell to Pastor Stan, we are also in a time of discernment.
» Read moreCLOSINGS AND CANCELLATIOS
Posted on: Sunday, January 31, 2021
DUE TO THE INCLEMENT WEATHER TODAY, JANUARY 31, 2021, THE 10 AM WORSHIP SERVICE HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
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