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Just Shopping is an Internet Fundraising Program at St. Mark's. It's part of a three-tiered plan to eliminate our building debt by 2023. On-line purchase made through our website with affiliate companies helps pay off our building loan. Thank you for your support and please share this internet shopping opportunity with your family and friends! For more information, click here to visit our website.
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St. Mark's Lutheran Church by The Narrows
6730 N. 17th St.
Tacoma, WA 98406
Office: 253-752-4966
Preschool: 253-752-4929
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Ash Wednesday Service Tonight
Please join us as we begin the season of Lent today with an Ash Wednesday Worship Service at 7:30pm in the sanctuary. We will sing, pray, hear God's Word, and receive the imposition of ashes. There will no other Wednesday night programs or meal served tonight.
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Passing of Long Time St. Mark's Member
Volly Grande, a long loved member of St. Mark's passed away on Sunday night the 26th of February. Volly has been a member for more than 50 years and widely involved in this congregation.
Please continue to check the Bridge and the Parish Life for service announcements.
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Coming Soon! Blessing in Abundance Campaign
Did you know that St. Mark's is now the largest Lutheran congregation in our ELCA Southwestern Washington Synod? We have been richly blessed and we excited about the opportunity to not only take care of our own needs as a growing congregation but reach out to help sister congregations who are need of our support. That's why we have decided to share 10% of all gifts to the Blessing in Abundance capital appeal with two local ministries that you will hear much more about in March. Stay tuned for details!
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Join us for Interfaith Encounters this Thursday!
Come hear and discuss how Jews, Muslims, and Christians view Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and Mohammed in each of our faith traditions. Each gathering will include presentations by Rabbi Bruce Kadden of Temple Beth El, Imam Ahmad Saleh of the Islamic Center of Tacoma, and either Pastor Sarah Wiles of Bethany Presbyterian Church or Pastor Jan Ruud of St. Mark's Lutheran Church by The Narrows. There will also be ample time for conversation and interaction between participants from all our faith communities.
Thursday, March 2nd, 7:00 p.m.at Bethany Presbyterian Church: Topic: Abraham
4420 North 41st Street, Tacoma
Tuesday, March 28, 7:00 p.m. at Temple Beth El: Topic: Moses
5975 South 12th Street
Tuesday, April 25, 7:00 p.m.at St. Mark's Lutheran Church by The Narrows: Topic: Jesus
6730 North 17th Street, Tacoma
Tuesday, May 23, 7:00 p.m. at the University Place Public Library: Topic: Mohammed
3609 Market Place West, University Place
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Season of Lent: Adult Faith Formation Opportunities
Lent is a season set aside for renewal in our devotion and our faith practices. The following Adult Faith Formation opportunities are designed to support our Lenten disciplines:
Martin Luther's Small Catechism-
As we commemorate 500 years of Reformation, ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton has invited congregations to "dust off our Small Catechisms and take another look at the basics of our faith" (Living Lutheran, 9/16). During the season of Lent, we will be doing just that. New copies of Luther's Small Catechism will be provided ($5 donation appreciated, but not required). Wednesdays, 6:15pm, March 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, April 5th.
Making Sense of the Cross: DVD series with Dr. David Lose
-Participants are invited to "listen in" on an open conversation about the cross and encouraged to think about and experience its meaning for their lives. Sundays, 11am, March 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th, April 2nd.
Violence Divine: Overcoming the Bible's Betrayal of its Non-Violent God
-For many, the story of Jesus' crucifixion is troubling, not only because of his suffering, but because of the picture it seems to portray of a violent God who will only be satisfied through violence. Through the power of DVD, scholar John Dominic Crossan will help us think about the history of interpreting the story through the lens of violence and ask us to consider the faithfulness of such an interpretation. Could we be projecting our own violent tendencies onto God? All are welcome to join this engaging conversation! Sunday, March 5th and 12th, 9:45am Adult Forum (**Note: John Dominic Crossan will be in Seattle March 3-5th for a lecture series in the U District. For tickets to any of his lectures, go to Brown Paper Tickets and search "Crossan")
Oh, Love, How Deep: Lenten Devotional from Luther Seminary
-copies are available on the Welcome Center for anyone who would like to use this resource.
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Vacation Bible School 2017
Mark your calendars! VBS July 31-Aug. 4
Maker Fun Factory!
For children 4 year old (by July 1, 2017)-5th grade (2017-2018 school year). Registration opens April 30. Taking youth and adult volunteers who want to teach or lead. Contact Ingelaurie with questions or for more information.
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2017 Mexico Mission Trip
We are looking forward to another great opportunity in 2017 to build houses and deepen relationships with people in Mexico. The dates for this year's mission trip are
June 23-July 1
. As always, the trip is open to people who are High School age or older. All those who are interested in learning more about this year's Mexico Mission trip are invited to an Interest Meeting on
Sunday, February 26 at 12:15pm
. You are welcome to get some lunch first in the Parish Commons and then join us in the narthex for the meeting.
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DeLong Backpack Program
It is time to start saving plastic grocery bags for the DeLong Backpack program. Beginning July 12th, plastic grocery bags will not be available in Tacoma stores. We use 4,680 bags per year to provide food for 65 students each week.
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2017 St. Mark's Reads: "Healing the Heart of Democracy" by Parker Palmer
Each year we have the opportunity to read a book together and join in community discussions. If you are not able to participate in the February discussions on Sunday morning, mark your calendars for Thursday, March 9th and Thursday March 16th (7pm) OR Sunday, April 23rd and Sunday, April 30th (11am). Questions? Contact Pastor Shjerven (
rebecca@smlutheran.org).
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Do you know an 8
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grade musician who is involved in choir, band or orchestra? Lutheran Music Program offers two- and four-week summer residential academies where students grow musically through study and performance while participating in daily worship in a supportive community.
On Friday, March 3
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at 7 pm, we invite you to learn more about our program at the home of Geoffrey and Amy Boers in Milton, just north of Tacoma. Dessert and excellent company will be provided.
Please call or text Amy at 253-686-9610
if you plan to attend and look us up at www.lutheransummermusic.org.
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Women Building Bridges of Interfaith Unity
Presented by AM associated ministries
Building Bridges of Interfaith Unity - Interfaith Women's Conference Connections. Hope. Commitment. Saturday, March 4, 2017 8:30 - 4:30. Curtis Senior High School, University Place, WA. Registration is open. Cost $35 for full day. Reserve your seat today.
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Calling All Those Who Sew!
The Quilters need your help sewing quilt tops together at home. See the table in the Narthex for sewing instructions and kits. Any questions, contact Pat Buck or Celesta Smith (253-229-7726)
To access the instructions online, click here.
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There is a need for someone to help serge layette kits (blankets and diapers) or loan the quilters a serger for this work. For more information, contact Randi Holland (253-905-5693)
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Socks Needed!
Thank you to everyone who has donated scarves, hats, gloves and socks to the Family Housing Network. The needs are ongoing, especially for socks (yes, even clean used ones). Donations can be dropped off at the church office.
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St. Mark's Preschool Enrollment
St. Mark's Preschool has begun accepting enrollment paperwork for the 2017-18 school year in February. Current preschool families and children or grandchildren of St. Mark's Church members can register beginning February 1st; registration for the surrounding community will open on February 15th. Children must be two-and-a-half by Sept 1st to enroll in the 2/3s class; age 3 by Sept 1st to enroll in the 3/4s class; or, age 4 by Sept 1st to enroll in the PreK class. Please turn in paperwork as well as a non-refundable $75.00 registration fee to Anne Zimmerman. Registration paperwork can be found online (
www.smlutheran.org/smlcpreschool) or in the church office. Please contact Anne with questions (253) 759-4929
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Make Your Shopping Dollars Go Further
If you shop on Amazon for the holidays, please consider designating St. Mark's (or your other favorite charity) to receive the money Amazon donates from each purchase. Login through www.smile.amazon.com and type in "St. Mark's Lutheran by The Narrows" to select our church. When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you'll find the exact same prices, selection and shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase price to your favorite charitable organization.
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Children and Youth Faith Formation
Sunday School 3yrs-4th grade. 9:45-10:45 in CFC
Mark your calendars! VBS July 31-Aug. 4 Maker Fun Factory!
For children 4 years old (by Sept. 1, 2017)-5th grade (2017-2018 grade). Registration opens April 30. Taking youth and adult volunteers who want to teach or lead. Contact Ingelaurie with questions or for more information.
Sunday Youth Faith Formation Classes-Feb 26 9:45-10:45am:
- 5/6th grade-Unit 9 with Angelie and Irv
- 7/8th grade Confirmation-Sampson with Bruce and Carl
- 9-12th grade-in the Fireside Room
Thursdays at St. Mark's-grades 6-12! March 2:
5:30 Youth Group; 6:30 Youth Choir
Summer 2017-
see Ingelaurie Lisher ASAP if you haven't signed up for either the High School trip to Stevenson WA or any of the Montana options.
Montana team meeting (6-9th grade youth, adult and High school leaders) Sunday, March 12 12:15-1:15pm in the Youth Room
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Adult Faith Formation
Adult Forum-Sundays 9:45am in the Parish Commons Classroom
March 5 -
The
Adult Forum
provides opportunities to reflect on Christian faith in light of current events and the daily decisions we need to make. Topics vary, leadership is shared, and the conversation is lively.
Adult Class- Sundays 11am in the Parish Commons Classroom
March 5: Adults dig deep into a biblical or theological text, presented as a series. Material is chosen for the season, or in response to the group's curiosity.
Wednesday Midweek Renewal; 6:15pm in the PCC
There will be no Midweek Renewal this week, please join us for Ash Wednesday Service. Luther, the Reformation and the Small Catechism-We will watch the second half of Rick Steve's "Luther and the Reformation", produced for PBS, and discuss Luther's motivation for writing the Small Catechism. All are welcome!
Tuesday "Fully Alive" Bible Study; 5:15pm in the Fireside Room
led by Sherry Maiura.
Women's Bible Study; 9:30 am in the Parish Commons Classroom
In the new year they will be studying Martin Luther's Small Catechism For more information contact Ida Hagen, 253-759-0569 (
idaputs@gmail.com)
Noon Wednesday Text Study Luncheon in the Parish Commons Classroom.
There will be no Noon Bible Study this week.
At Bible Study Luncheon men and women read and discuss the scripture texts appointed for the upcoming Sunday. The pastor who will be preaching on the texts guides the conversation.
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Fred Meyer Giving
Did you know that Fred Meyer stores has a Community Rewards Program? For more information on how to connect your Fred Meyer Rewards Card to giving at St. Mark's, click here. |
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