Parish Meeting And Potluck Dinner
Back to School Blessing
Sunday, August 6, 2023
Each year before school starts, we have a blessing said over our students and those who work in schools, not just elementary, middle school, and high school but those at colleges, trade schools and everything in between. Backpacks are also blessed, so be sure to bring your backpack on the 6th to make sure it receives a blessing too!
St. Mark's Day at the Beach - August 19, 2023
The Wandels are putting together an event at the Beach in Port Aransas for us to kick off the fall and new school year. It will be a fun way to move into a new season. More details will ne available. But for right now,mark your calendar!
Parish Meeting And Potluck Dinner
Back to School Blessing
Sunday, August 6, 2023
Each year before school starts, we have a blessing said over our students and those who work in schools, not just elementary, middle school, and high school but those at colleges, trade schools and everything in between. Backpacks are also blessed, so be sure to bring your backpack on the 6th to make sure it receives a blessing too!
Events
King's Forest Family Picnic
What is the King's Forest? Where is the King's Forest? The King's Forest is a three-acre piece of land that has been in the process of being transformed into a small park for several years. It's adjacent to our parking lot behind the nursing home and rehab center. There you'll find a variety of trees, lots of bird feeders to entice the birds to visit, and a water feature.
We will celebrate spring and the beauty of creation by having a family picnic after the Sunday service. Bring lunch for you and your family. There will be two ice chests available, one for warm food and one for food that needs to be chilled, that you may use to put your lunch in during our worship service. Drinks will be provided. Don't forget to bring a blanket or chairs, and your sunscreen, sunglasses, and hat.
Save the Date for
our Sun Fest Event on June 8th
Another free community event has been planned with two goals in mind:
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provide our neighbors with a Saturday morning filled with fun
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raise more funds for our new sign
We will have live music, a D.J., a bounce house, an obstacle course, hot dogs, and family yard games. We will also have Kona Ice and Travelin’ Tom's coffee available for purchase.
We'll also be doing a silent auction to raise money for the new sign on Airline Road. If you have an item you would like to donate for the silent auction, please reach out to Chrystal Wilkey at (361) 549-8917. If you would like to help be a volunteer, please let her know.
Cursillo Community Information
New reunion groups for women who have completed a Cursillo weekend are being formed. (Both daytime and evening times are possible.) Please contact Pam Cater at (361) 446-4498 or at pamela.j.cater@gmail.com, if you are interested in participating in a group or just being kept informed of upcoming Cursillo events and activities.
The next Cursillo will be at Mustang Island Retreat Center, May 2-5. Here's a link for more information. You may also visit with Pam if you're interested in going.
Looking ahead, two Cursillos are scheduled for the fall, October 3-6 at Mustang Island Retreat Center and November 7-10 at Camp Capers.
An Ultreya, which is a gathering for those who are Cursillistas, has been planned for May 11th at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Calallen.
Inquirer's Class
Sunday, March 3rd after the Service
Mark your calendars for Sunday, March 3rd for the next Inquirer's Class. If you're new or newer to St. Mark's, or would simply like to learn more about the church, make plans to attend. Please the office know if you intend to come.
Timon's Ministry Men's Clothing Collection
Timon's Ministry has requested donations of new or gently used men's small or medium sweatpants and jeans. They are also in need of tennis shoes of all sizes for men. If you can donate any of these items, please bring them by the church office. Thank you for your help.
Crossroads College & Young Adult Ministry
Crossroads, a new ministry to college age and young adults, begins Thursday, August 31st. Fr. Doug will be at TAMUCC in Tejas Lounge of the University Center to offer ministry for the students out there. He's calling these Thursday gatherings Table Talk. He'll be available to spend time with students and offer prayer beginning at 7:00 p.m., September 28, 2023.
This ministry is in its infancy, and there will be opportunities for us all to offer our gifts to these young people. Stay tuned!
Adult Bible Study of the Gospel of Mark
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Adult Bible Study of
the Gospel of Mark
Sundays, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
All are welcome to join the Bible study. Come to one week, or come to them all. The class meets in the fellowship hall at noon and ends around 1:00 p.m. Grab a cup of coffee and some snacks, then head over to the designated tables to sit down.
Here are links for past study dates and the upcoming Sunday:
the introduction to the class
chapter one study notes
chapter two study notes
chapter three study notes
chapter four study notes
chapter five study notes
chapter six study notes
chapter seven study notes
chapter eight study notes
chapter nine study notes
chapter ten study notes