News stories, midmorning talk shows, and celebrity figures are claiming that prayer can improve your health. But, what does the research show? Science also suggests that praying for your own health may have good benefits. What does the Bible have to say about this? Worship with us Sunday to find out more!  Pastor Todd

Join us this Sunday to welcome guest singer Josh Smith who will sing at both worship services. Josh is a native of Morristown, TN and a recent graduate of Middle Tennessee State University with a degree in Vocal Performance. Josh began his singing career as a young chorister in the Lakeway Children's Choir under the direction of Laura Ritter. In addition to his vocal talent, Josh is a trained dancer and has starred in several musicals both in Morristown and at MTSU. He has participated in the Junior Theatre Festival in Atlanta, GA on several occasions.

LARRY SMITH CELEBRATION OF LIFE

A Celebration of Life Service will be held for Larry Smith in the Sanctuary on Monday, September 26, 2022 at

2 pm. A reception will follow the service in the Atrium. 

The family will gather in the Parlor with pastors at 1:50 pm off the Atrium (Room #202) prior to the service for prayer.

• Be a Bell Ringer This Year!
• Join Our Response to Racism Task Force

Click on the graphic above for details. You may contact Jens Holley in our church office with any questions. 

In anticipation of the Saint Mark Child Development Center's 25th Anniversary and Open House on October 9, the CDC Steering Committee is sharing a series of videos highlighting this important ministry. Some will be shown during worship on Sundays, others will be accessible exclusively online in the Heart Beat and the Saint Mark website. All episodes in the series will be available online. Below is the third episode in the series:

WHO'S BEEN LURKING AFTER HOURS? 

Click on the graphic above for details about World Communion Sunday. 

• September Birthdays
• Pickle Ball Mondays
• Opt-In for Texting

We are planning to update the Saint Mark Disciples Church Directory which will be available online (and in print by request).

We ask that you submit a photograph for inclusion in the directory (digital preferred but we can scan a print photo)

of yourself (with spouse/children if applicable). Please also include any contact information which needs to be updated (address, phone numbers, email). 

The online directory will be password protected to help safeguard your information.

Please send questions or submissions to our Director of Media & Communications, Kristine Montgomery.

Our Fall Festival/Trunk-or-Treat is just around the corner! Get your costumes ready and plan to come out for some fall fun with your family and invite your friends! If you want to help with this event by decorating a trunk, please email Maria Bowers or add your name to the sign-up sheet on her office door! Candy donations are also needed! Please place bags of candy in the collection bins located at the Atrium entrances between now and Sunday, October 14th! Thank you for supporting Family Ministries in this way!

Click here to email Linda or Rodger Chapman.

ELDERBERRIES FALL KICK-OFF A BIG HIT!

The Elderberries had a great turnout on September 9th for their Fall Kick-Off Event! Over 25 people attended the event at High Falls Park for lunch and a show by comic/magician/

ventriloquist Steve Holt. The show was reportedly a big hit, and Steve even shared his testimony with the group, telling how he survived a rough childhood thanks to foster parents and faith. Click here to see photos.