THE COLLECT
Almighty God, the fountain of all wisdom, you know our necessities before we ask and our ignorance in asking: Have compassion on our weakness, and mercifully give us those things which for our unworthiness we dare not, and for our blindness we cannot ask; through the worthiness of your Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.
Amen.
|
|
These are powerful and attainable ways to find God and to learn how to share God’s love as members of the beloved community of Jesus. I admit in needing to do a better job of practicing what I preach. There’s hope.~ Christian+
|
|
Painting Ministry Update
We are currently painting the large lower level classroom. The next painting date is July 21, this Saturday @9:30 am. If you would like to volunteer, please call Michelle Jennings at 821-6014. I need to make sure we have enough supplies. Thank you for your time. Michelle Jennings
|
|
Thanks from our new Deacon
Dear Friends in Christ, My ordination to the diaconate on June 30 was the culmination of years of discernment and formation that would not have been possible without your prayers and support. I am grateful for all you have done to love and encourage me. The ordination and luncheon following were wonderful and memorable for me and my fellow ordinands, Pat and Francis. Thank you to all who helped in any way to make it a special day for us and thank you to those who came to witness and promise to support us in our ministries. I look forward to serving at St. Marks with all of you as we those in need in our community and the world.
Deacon Jan
|
|
Olga Cassard
Long time parishioner Olga Cassard passed away Monday July 16. A private family graveside service will be led by Mother Susan York Saturday July 21. Please remember the Cassard family and all those who loved and cared for Olga in your prayers. She now rest in peace. Christian+
|
|
Katy McAleenan Memorial Service
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday July 21, 2018 at St. Robert of Newminster Parish, 6477 Ada Dr. SE, Ada, MI 49301 with visitation one hour prior to the service.
|
|
Donations needed
Holy Spirit Episcopal Church is preparing for an Annual Sale the weekend before Labor Day.
Intake Monday and Wednesday mornings through July. Other times, call Mary Macomber 616-446-3570 to arrange.
Donated items should be in good working condition and able to be carried by one person. We do not accept large old TVs or large pieces of furniture. Books, clothing, jewelry, craft items, linens, sporting goods, toys, knickknacks, kitchen items, electronics, dishes, and really any household items are needed.
Sale dates: Friday, Aug. 24 from 9 to 4
(there is early bird entry at 8 - $5)
Saturday Aug. 25th 9 to 2
|
|
Gift from Jean McCormick
Jean McCormick has given the Parish a facsimile edition of the First Book of Common Prayer’s Psalms and the Gospel of John which she designed. It is a stunning reproduction. Please, stop in to the Library to see this lovely edition and gift from Jean. Many thanks, Jean.
|
|
Jazz Mass and Picnic
Everyone is invited to St. Philip's Episcopal Church on Saturday, July 28, beginning at 3pm for a Jazz Concert and Picnic. The Address for St. Philip's is 558 Henry Ave SE. All are welcome.
Blessings,
Carole Redwine, Sr Warden
|
|
Fr. Christian on Vacation
Fr. Christian will be away from St. Mark’s from July 9 – July 23 and will have limited access to Parish emails. Mother Sue will be available for pastoral needs as well as emergencies. She can be reached at 616.915.0277.
|
|
Social Hour
Just a reminder for Mininstry teams and groups which meet to sign up for a few Sunday’s a year and provide both or just one of the 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. social hours with treats/sweets needed. It will be up to your Ministry team to handle assignments and set up. As always/receipts may be turned in to the Financial Manager, Pam, for reimbursement up to $75 per Sunday. There will be two ways to sign up your Ministry team. Clip boards with signup sheets will still be on the Welcome Desk or you may email Megan (
meganh@stmarksgr.org
) or call (616-456-1684) to request a Sunday.
Thank you so very much for all that you are doing for St. Mark’s and thank you in advance for your assistance with our Social Hours, Megan
|
|
Youth and Children Formation
- The summer formation program for preschool - 4th grade began June 10 during the 10:30 Service. The children will be working in Creation Care, so please bring children dressed for planting and tending to our green space.
|
|
Parking for Sunday Services
|
|
Upcoming Events
- August 5 - first Sunday food collection and tour
- September 9 - Celebration Sunday
- September 16 - Fall Picnic
- September 19 through October 7 - Artprize
- October 11 - Spa Day
- October 14 - Sacred Sounds Concert
- October 21 - Anniversary Dinner
|
|
Sustaining St. Mark’s Ministry in 2018
Thanks to all who sustain our ministry together at St. Mark’s with pledges and offerings. We have pledged
$425,550
toward our common life in 2018. Last week, we received
$ 6,738
contributions in
pledges and offerings.
R
eceived YTD
Needed
Difference
YTD Contributions:
$ 378,326 $ 342,255 $ 36,072
A reminder that we gratefully received pledges at any time throughout the year. (Pledge cards and envelopes are available on the resource table in the church, which can be given as cash, check, or direct deposit.) Want more details about the Parish’s giving or finances? Please email questions to Finance Manager, Pam Stevenson
pams@stmarksgr.org
or our Treasurer, Sharon Buursma
sbuursma@msn.com
.
|
|
|
Join us on Sundays for
Faith Formation
|
|
9:15am—
Childcare
(Nursery, lower level) available for infants - kindergarten
Children's Choir Rehearsal
(upstairs children's chapel) for 1st-6th graders. No audition, all are welcome.
We Make the Road by Walking
(upstairs Youth Room) for High School - Adult. Overview of the whole Bible, organized around the traditional church year.
Devotional Book Group
(Library, main floor) for adults. Exploring faith and spiritual practices.
10:30am—
Childcare
(Nursery, lower level) available for infants - 2 years
Preschool/kindergarten
(Activity Center, lower level) chapel and formation for ages 2 through kindergarten.
Elementary
(Main classroom, upstairs) chapel and formation for 1st through 4th grades.
Middle
(Youth Room, upstairs) formation for 5th through 8th grades.
Explorations and Renewal in Christ
(St. Mary's Chapel) June 3rd at 12:15pm.
|
|
Assisting Worship This Sunday
|
|
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
134 N. Division Avenue
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Office#: 616-456-1684
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
