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55240 Bittersweet Road      Mishawaka, IN 46545     574-255-9416
E-NEWSLETTER
 Week of July 15, 2018   

FOR YOUR INFORMATION        

Please check the For Your Information page for news of births, deaths, weddings, illnesses, and other situations of interest to the church body.  Email ([email protected]) or call the church office (574-255-9416) if you want something included in the weekly update. 

BEST WEEK EVER AT ST. MARK!
Registration for Vacation Bible School is underway!  Children age 3 through 5th grade are invited to SHIPWRECKED - Rescued by Jesus, July 30 - August 2.  Come join the fun and invite a friend. Registration forms are available at KidCheck in the church foyer, or you may register on our website
FEAR & FAITH
The next Ladies Night study session is coming up soon!  Bev Wagnerowski will lead a book study on Fear & Faith by Tillia Newbell on Tuesdays from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. The sessions will be held in Room 115 and will run from July 24 -  August 21.
PRAY FOR TEAM FIJI
Please pray for Team Fiji as their departure date nears! Join us this Sunday, July 22 as we commission the team and have special prayer for them in both services.  The group will leave on Friday, July 27 and return Sunday, August 5. Several team members still need financial support.  Donations can be made on the website or with a check in the offering. Prayer cards are available at the ministry center in the foyer. 
In addition, the following supplies have been requested by the Oasis Farm, where Team Fiji will serve. These donations will be collected at the church office through Wednesday, July 25.  Please contact Monica Oke or Kristen Wagnerowski with any questions. Thank you! 
Items needed:  
  • NIV bibles
  • How to Draw books
  • Look & Find or I Spy books
  • Flash cards for literacy & numbers
  • Site word learning activities
  • Games & activities to help with math
  • Reusable literacy worksheets
  • Thin/small dry erase markers
  • Clear binder sheet protectors (to use with dry erase markers)
HEY GUYS!
Men, you're invited to join us Saturday, July 28, 8:00-9:00 am for breakfast, fellowship, and prayer for our church and community. Please contact Pastor Ryan  to let him know that you'll be coming!
PAVILION BAPTISM
We will hold the annual outdoor baptism in our pavilion on Sunday, August 26, immediately following second service.  This is one of our most special events of the year.  If you are age 12 or older, and have never made a public profession of your faith through baptism, you are encouraged to do so.  Please complete the attached information sheet.  Pastor David will meet with anyone interested in baptism on Sunday, August 19, at 11:30 am.  
RETRO GAME NIGHT
Did you enjoy the 80s and 90s?  Did you play video, card, or board games?  Everyone is welcome to join us at the church for Retro Game Night on August 3, from 7:00 - 9:00 pm. Hope to see you then! 
COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT
On Saturday, August 4, from 9:00 am to noon, the St. Mark family has an opportunity to serve others, build relationships, and have fun. We will partner with Real Services, an organization that provides support to many in our community. Sign up at the Ministry Center in the foyer. Please contact Pastor Ryan for more information. 
MUSIC MAN SHOW FEATURING PASTOR SHAWN
The St. Mark family may be interested in knowing that our very own Pastor Shawn Holtgren is playing the lead character in The Music Man, which will take place at the 574 Theatre Company in Mishawaka on August 10 and 11. Information about times and tickets can be found at https://www.574theatre.com/the-music-man 
PRAYER REQUESTS
To share a prayer concern with the staff, go to "Prayer Requests" on the St. Mark Website (http://stmarkmissionary.org/prayer-request).  You may also request that it be put on the Prayer Chain.  To receive Prayer Chain Emails,  sign up by emailing the church office ([email protected]) .
STUDENT MINISTRIES
ALL STUDENTS
Dates to remember:
  • JULY 18 - BAGELS & BIBLES
  • JULY 18 - PRAIRIE CAMP NIGHT
  • JULY 20 - Movie Night
  • JULY 22 - Backyard Bash
  • JULY 24 - Cedar Point
     
Important note: Event Calendars are available at the Youth Center in the church foyer! 
                                                  
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Sunday options:
    *    9:00 am Service in the Worship Center
    *    10:30 Sunday School in the Upper Room 

Wednesday nights September through May:

    *    6:30 pm in the Upper Room

HIGH SCHOOL
Sunday options:
    *    9:00 am Sunday School in Upper Room
    *    9:00 am Service in the Worship Center
    *    10:30 am Service in the Worship Center

Wednesday nights September through May:

    *    6:30 pm in the Upper Room
 
Visit stmarkmissionary.org/students for event information or follow us on Facebook,  Twitter, and now find stmarkstudents on Instagram as well. Contact us via email at [email protected]