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  • Bishop Eaton Statement on One Big Beautiful Bill Act’s Passage

    “Whenever we have an opportunity, let us work for the good of all and especially for those of the family of faith.”  —Galatians 6:10 Dear church, Today the U.S. Congress passed a budget package that will have a monumental impact on many in the country and on our ministries and communities. The scope of the …Read More

  • Rock Vespers Returns!

    Join us the second Sunday of May, June, July, August and September at 6pm for this unique, wonderful service of contemporary, popular rock music!  Invite your friends!

  • Council Installation

    On Sunday July 6 during worship, Pastor Beth formally installed our new council members and officers and recognized those members continuing on to serve as well. New members Kate Delozier and Vicki Powers were elected at last month’s annual congregational meeting. Both of these have served on the council in the past.   Members are …Read More

  • 4th Sunday after Pentecost

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/JunoyNq9ztg

  • 3rd Sunday after Pentecost

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/npXbGHkNUQ8

  • 2nd Sunday after Pentecost

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/brkvvv3dKmg

  • The Holy Trinity

    [Please forgive the Video missing at the start – OBS Streaming Software Glitch] Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. “O Lord our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth!” Today we celebrate the holy Trinity. Paul writes …Read More

  • Day of Pentecost

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. Before Jesus ascended into heaven, he told his disciples they would be filled with the Holy Spirit. Now, amid signs of fire, wind, and a variety of languages, the people were amazed and astonished …Read More

  • Seventh Sunday of Easter

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. It is possible to hear in Jesus’ high priestly prayer, a prayer he offered shortly before his death, the petitions of the ascended Christ for his own throughout history—to our day—and beyond. Jesus prays …Read More

  • Sixth Sunday of Easter

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. Visions abound in the readings for the sixth Sunday of Easter. Paul has a vision about what to do. John has a vision of what will be. Jesus provides visions of peace that surpasses …Read More

  • Fifth Sunday of Easter

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/5srUyonk1rs

  • Fourth Sunday in Easter

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/ZUUY6r5MPvY

  • Third Sunday of Easter

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/oALWC70VfIw

  • Second Sunday of Easter

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/Kf_VgxkPY6w

  • Easter Sunday

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/attJTrbLyrY

  • Good Friday 12PM

    Please join us for an intimate Good Friday service, featuring the great John Martin. https://youtube.com/live/UUitz9lvH7g

  • Maundy Thursday

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/-I9NEfC5WWc

  • Palm Sunday

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/XxgUnZXhOlY

  • Holy Week and Easter

    All are welcome to our Holy Week and Easter worship services as we reflect on Christ’s life, death, and resurrection and on who we are as the Body of Christ in the world today. April 11 + Palm Sunday + 10:00AM April 17 + Maundy Thursday + 7:00PM April 18 + Good Friday + 12noon …Read More

  • Fifth Sunday in Lent

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/06gb42pMY6c

  • Peter Klein Becomes a Member!

      Peter has been attending St. Mark for quite some time, and last fall, he decided to become a member. Peter submitted the following notes, so the congregation can get to know more about him and his family. “I was born in Pasadena, California but grew up in Michigan. I was raised in the Lutheran …Read More

  • Fourth Sunday in Lent

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/M1kmquWnkuw

  • Third Sunday in Lent

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/pSujlVvgH_8

  • Second Sunday in Lent

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/gT2cJMsubVM?feature=share

  • First Sunday in Lent

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/NclM_I-fAoA

  • Transfiguration of Our Lord

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/2ecjkroysp0

  • Mid-Week Lenten Soup Suppers and Services

    We welcome you to our Mid-week gatherings during Lent. Lent is the 40 days before Easter. It is a more reflective, contemplative time in the church year where we reflect on the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus and consider what it means to follow Jesus.  Each Wednesday during Lent (March 12, 19, 26, April …Read More

  • 7th Sunday after Epiphany

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/_vaGS79VFCQ

  • Sixth Sunday after Epiphany

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/mabZomTj3mY

  • Fifth Sunday after Epiphany

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/xH4Q1b1gWME

  • Meet New Member Mardene Eldred

    I was born and raised in Blackfoot, Idaho on a dairy farm.  I am the oldest and have 3 younger sisters who live in three different states. I married in 1967. I had two kids, a daughter and a son. My daughter, son-in-law, two grandsons and their wives live in Lacey, WA.  My son lives …Read More

  • Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/SWmFaUqaVss

  • Watchfulness and Response – A Message from Bishop Rick Jaech

    Watchfulness and Response A Message from Bishop Rick Jaech   January 28, 2025   What does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God? (Micah 6:8)   Dear Members of the Southwestern Washington Synod,   As citizens of the United States and as followers of Christ, …Read More

  • Presiding Bishop Eaton Issues Pastoral Message on Executive Orders

    January 24, 2025 Dear church, On Monday, our nation witnessed the peaceful transfer of power central to our democracy, followed by sweeping actions by the incoming Trump administration. Facing such changes, we receive guidance through Martin Luther’s words in the Large Catechism. In the fourth petition of the Lord’s Prayer, where we pray “Give us …Read More

  • Third Sunday after Epiphany Third Sunday after Epiphany

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. God’s glory is revealed in the reading of scripture. People stand at attention. People weep. People prostrate themselves in prayer. The unity of the church is another reflection of God’s glory. Most gloriously, the …Read More

  • A message from the ELCA Region One Bishops: As Lutherans, we are called to live out the teachings of Jesus Christ, who welcomed strangers and emphasized love, mercy, and justice for all people. We believe that every human being, regardless of their country of origin or legal status, is created in the image of God …Read More

  • Second Sunday after Epiphany

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/ilKCLGhOVcE

  • Baptism of Our Lord

    Welcome to today’s service. Wade in the water to remember your baptism! If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/StGWNsTBVMM

  • Meet New Member Dena Budinger

    Dena was born in New Jersey and lived in Hackettstown until she was eleven. She shared that Hackettstown is where M&Ms are made!! Then, she and her Mom, Dad and 5 siblings moved to Glendale, Arizona. While Dena lived in Petersburg, Alaska, she attended Petersburg Lutheran Church for 15 years. She was a member of …Read More

  • Epiphany of Our Lord

    Welcome to today’s service. Let your Light shine as bright as the stars above! If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/ybhwW32_sSM

  • Welcome Mike & Vanessa Olson

    Mike and Vanessa Olson recently became new member of St. Mark and have offered this information as a way to get to know them a bit better. Vanessa was born in Aldershot, Hampshire, England & moved to Seattle at 15 as her dad was contracted to work for Boeing. They were only going to stay …Read More

  • Lessons and Carols

    Welcome to today’s service. The Christ Child is born! If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/7YojGQP0qgc

  • Christmas Eve 10PM

    Welcome to today’s service. Jesus is born today! If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/vzvD3w0qK0s

  • Christmas Eve 5PM

    Welcome to today’s service. Spread the cheer! If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/R-30PHhspF8

  • Fourth Sunday in Advent

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/-OPrtmKcMcc

  • THE ADVENT OF LOVE – Vespers Service + 12/18/2024

    If you were unable to attend, here is the recorded Wednesday Vespers service, “The Advent of Love” featuring the collaborated work of Terry Shaw, Trudy Hoy, and Pastor Beth Utto-Galarneau. https://youtube.com/live/KIiNwZ8D-qY

  • Third Sunday in Advent

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/_LqcVGYIcGg

  • Second Sunday of Advent

    Welcome to today’s service. Be the blessing of the world! If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/vKob-NUth0k

  • First Sunday of Advent

    Welcome to today’s service. Be the first light for those who are searching for it! If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/1qy15zFxIRU

  • ADVENT OF LOVE: A New Vespers Service created for St. Mark

    Our Music Director Terry Shaw, Trudy Hoy, and Pastor Beth-Utto Galarneau have written a service for St. Mark to use during the Advent season, “The Advent of Love.”  With Terry’s music, Terry’s and Trudy’s words, and Pastor Beth’s liturgy and prayers, we anticipate celebrating the Advent season with this gift, offered in love!  Worship with …Read More

  • Reign of Christ Sunday

    Welcome to today’s service. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/NRzrwRH4yVs

  • 26th Sunday after Pentecost

    Welcome to today’s service. Be the change you wish to see in the world. If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/_ulCdj2RnRk

  • 25th Sunday after Pentecost

    Welcome to today’s service. One penny is equal to how you see it in your hand! If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/YxOw4bJuRAc

  • All Saints Sunday

    Welcome to today’s service. When the Saints come marching in, let them in! If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/eiN438bH6nE

  • Reformation Sunday

    Welcome to today’s service. Follow Jesus in love and praise! If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/_2xf2jcxjD4

  • 22nd Sunday after Pentecost

    Welcome to today’s service. Be the first responder of God’s love! If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/F2wjOGIl2Vk

  • 21st Sunday after Pentecost

    Welcome to today’s service. Love is what it’s all about! If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/MHjCb2Ds_BQ

  • 20th Sunday after Pentecost

    Welcome to today’s service. Love your neighbor! If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/Wb2T20wO0ws

  • New Members Received October 27

    “Therefore welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the Glory of God.” (Romans 15:7)  For those of you who been visiting our church on Sunday mornings, we’re delighted that you have chosen to worship at St. Mark!  We truly hope you’ve felt welcomed and have been encouraged to grow in God’s love as …Read More

  • Blessing of the Animals

    Next Sunday, October 13, we warmly invite you to bring your beloved pets, cherished stuffed animals, or photos of your favorite animals to our morning worship service for a special Blessing of the Animals.  This cherished tradition is a joyous occasion for animal lovers of all ages and a beautiful way to celebrate and honor the special …Read More

  • 19th Sunday after Pentecost

    Welcome to today’s service. Be the salt of the earth! If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/GCUuvukBd0c

  • 18th Sunday after Pentecost

    Today we hear James warn against selfish ambition, while the disciples quarrel over which one of them is the greatest. Jesus tells them the way to be great is to serve. Then, to make it concrete, he puts in front of them a flesh-and-blood child. We are called to welcome the children God puts in …Read More

  • 17th Sunday after Pentecost

    Welcome to today’s service. Go forth in the path of the righteous! If you would like to participate during communion, please have wine and bread ready to do so. https://youtube.com/live/svbG7k1nMwo

  • Harvest Time!

    Many people have been working diligently in the St. Mark Community Garden harvesting fresh produce to be donated to the Thurston County Food Bank. These recent pictures show just some of the bountiful results of the hard work and love put in to tending our community garden. Click on the images to enlarge.