Reflection: In session one, Pastor Stanley shows us that the hallmark of being Christian is extravagant generosity. In this session, we learn about the dangers and effects of wealth, and the power it has to move us away from God. We will learn next week that Jesus doesn’t care about the amount you give, but the percentage (session three). Finally, He…
These are the highlights of the 1st of the 4 sermons by Andy Stanley. They are very engaging, and enlightening! If you miss one and want to see it, come by the church and watch it mid-week! Reflection: Pastor Andy Stanley offers us ways to practice being rich, so that when we become rich…
Come to worship January 13,20,27, and February 3 to hear (through video presentation) one of the best preachers in the country share with us a deep, insight-filled understanding of extravagant generosity, “the hallmark of our Christian faith.” Not only will you gain a greater understanding of what it means to be a generous steward of…
Come and join us for a time of prayer and preparation as we lean into anticipation of our Emmanuel being born. We will meet on Wednesdays – December 5, 12, and 19. Potluck dinner will be at 5:45 pm, with prayer and worship to follow at 6:30 pm. We will continue with our tradition of…
Anyone out there scared of December 21st coming like this guy? Mayan calendar…5000 year wrap-up of the world? Come to St. Mark and find out if there is an alternative to the doom. Hint: three days later, resurrection, rhymes with pieces…Something is coming! See you in church and find out.
On this day we celebrate the heart of our faith; the gospel of Christ – the good news – that makes us free! Though we give thanks for the events of the 16th century Reformation that brought renewal to the church of that time, we pray that the Holy Spirit would continue to unite the…
On Sunday, October 7, at both services, we will be blessing animals and pets that are part of our lives. Larger animals (horses, cows, etc) will be blessed after the 8:30 service in the front parking lot. Francis of Assisi was the son of a wealthy cloth merchant, but early in his life he denounced…
A NEW BEGINNING. We’ve heard these words in sermons, pulpit talks, coffee chatter, and through the many ministries of this place. I’m here to say we will be seeing and hearing them a lot more. A NEW BEGINNING. How can three words be so scary and exciting at the same time? I suspect some of…
Good Morning. Last week you had a chance to hear from Vicki P. about New Beginnings for St. Mark. Every day is a New Beginning. With New Beginnings come New Expectations. What exactly does that look like? Getting involved in the Sunday School Program? Hosting or leading a mid-week Bible study group? Helping those in…
Good Morning, Saturday, Aug 11, Pastor Eric and Pastor Beth, Kerstin, Pam and the church council had the opportunity to meet. We had great conversation and enjoyed each other’s company. From 9:00 to 1:00 we talked about the past, the present, and the future. We once again tried to answer the million dollar question, where do…