ADULT FORUM

The Forum has resumed its discussion series called "Women of the Bible."  From Abigail through Zipporah, Miriam through Mary Magdalene we are examining not only the most famous biblical women, but also some of the more interesting minor female characters. No study of the Bible’s women would be complete without an examination of the cultural and societal attitudes toward women in the biblical era.  We are looking at how these may have influenced the portrayals of the Bible’s various female characters, from prophetess to prostitute, warlord (warlady?) to disciple. The Forum meets Wednesdays at 6:15 PM in the fellowship hall. The public is invited.

Lay Visitation Ministry

St. Mark's offers a Lay Visitation ministry for shut-ins.  Contact the church office for more information.

Hand Bell Choir

St. Mark's Hand Bell Choir rehearses weekly.  If you are interested in ringing, please call the church office.

St. Mark’s Mission Statement

"United in Christ, sharing his Good News, we invite all people to grow in God’s love."

SUNDAY SCHOOL

Offers classes for all ages, beginning at 8:45 AM.  Nursery care is provided.

SUNDAY WORSHIP is at 10 AM every week.

CELC ENROLLMENT

St. Mark's Christian Early Learning Center is now fully certified by the State of Maryland.   We are continuing to accept applications for the 2009-2010 academic year.   A typical day for the students consists of a morning prayer, the pledge of allegiance, learning the alphabet, numbers, shapes and colors, studying God’s word through both Old and New Testament Bible stories, singing Bible songs, and completing craft projects that relate to their lessons.

In addition to their routine studies, the children go on field trips and host various visitors. The children have also participated in many community-related service projects.

The Center is staffed by a certified teacher and  assistant. The hours of operation are between 8:15 AM and 5:15 PM Monday through Friday. There are still a few openings at the Center for children from three to five years old, and children of all faiths are welcome.  Because of increasing demand, priority is given to registering full-time (five day) students.  Partial scholarships are available for those who qualify.

MEN'S BREAKFAST

Men of all ages are invited to the monthly Men's Breakfast at St. Mark's.  The next breakfast will be on Saturday,  September 5th at 8:00 AM in the church Fellowship Hall.   Men of all ages are invited. Please come! Bring a friend!

WOMEN'S LUNCHEON

The next  monthly Women's Luncheon will  be held Wednesday, June 10th at noon.  Women of all ages are invited to bring a dish and a friend.

ST. MARK'S CHOIR

Do you like to sing?  St. Mark's is known for its music ministries, especially its awesome adult choir.  Rehearsals are usually Thursday evenings at 7:30 PM, but the choir rehearses  Wednesdays during Advent and Lent

The choir sings for every Sunday worship service from September through the middle of June, and for special services, especially during Advent and Lent.   If you are interested in joining the choir, call the church office at 301-334-2668. 

NAME-TAG SUNDAY COFFEE HOUR

The next Name Tag Sunday/Coffee Hour will be on Sunday, June 21st.   All who attend our worship service on that day are encouraged to wear name tags in order that regulars, visitors, new members and worship leaders can get better acquainted.  After the 10 AM worship service there will be a Coffee Hour downstairs in the Fellowship Hall. All are welcome to come and share in worship and fellowship.