We are St. Mark's Episcopal Church, an inclusive fellowship called by God, through Christ, to love and serve the world.
ENTHUSIASTICALLY EPISCOPALIAN!!
In a world in which our understanding of God's love is still unfolding, we at St. Mark's are a diverse, welcoming, Christ-centered community engaged in ministry always shaped by The Episcopal Church's example of love and service for all throughout the world.
A WORD TO NEWCOMERS AND VISITORS - St. Mark's enthusiastically welcomes newcomers and visitors! First-time visitors to worship services who identify themselves as such are presented with a "love bag" containing a loaf of homemade bread, a brochure about St. Mark's, and an information card to fill out should one wish to receive Red Lion Weekly, our weekly e-newsletter, as well as other communications from St. Mark's. It is not necessary to become a "member" of St. Mark's in order to participate in the life of our community; however, if you are an Episcopalian and would like to have your "letter" transferred, or you would like to inquire about confirmation or reception into the Episcopal Church, please contact the church office.
Sunday Worship
WORSHIP SCHEDULE
Sundays -
Summer Schedule - From Sunday, May 28 through Sunday, September 3 there will be one celebration of Holy Eucharist at 10:00 a.m. A nursery for infants and children through age 3 will be available at The Center. Our regular schedule of services at 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. will resume on Sunday, September 10.
Holy Eucharist at 9:00 and 11:00 A.M. We worship at the Historic Union Church, 1004 11th Street, Port Royal.
Children's Christian Education - A class is offered for children aged K-2nd grade during the 11 a.m. service. Children meet in the Center for lessons based on the "Holy Moly" program, a DVD Bible story and simple art project. They will then be escorted to church to join their parents during the Peace.
Nursery - A nursery for infants and children through age 3 will be available during both services. The nursery is located in St. Mark's Center, 1110 A Paris Ave., Port Royal,
LITURGY
St. Mark's provides service bulletins so that all can follow the readings and prayers taken from the Bible, The Book of Common Prayer, and other approved liturgies of The Episcopal Church.
MUSIC
Hymns during services are from both The Hymnal 1982 and its addendum Wonder Love and Praise. St. Mark's Ensemble, under the leadership of Music Director Diane Mullis-Waddell, offers the opportunity for anyone who likes to sing to join the group around the piano during the offertory.
Weekday Worship
Summer Schedule - Wednesday morning Coffee & Conversation and Holy Eucharist and Healing Service are suspended for the summer beginning Wednesday, June 7. However, there will be a casual, mid-week Holy Eucharist every Wednesday in June, July and August at 5:30 p.m. at The Center. This also provides a relaxed alternative for those absent from home on the weekends.
COFFEE & CONVERSATION
Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m.
An engaging and freeflowing conversation looking at how life and faith intersect in our daily lives. Whether looking at scripture, discussing contemporary themes, or examining the tenets of our faith as Episcopalians, you are invited to join with others in lively conversation.
HOLY EUCHARIST & HEALING SERVICE
Weekly Eucharist and Healing Service on Wednesdays at 11 a.m. at St. Mark's Center.