Gospel Reading comes Alive
Sunday, May 1st
This Sunday, some of our Sunday School children will be making the Gospel reading come alive as they act out the reading at both services! Be sure to join us and encourage them as they proclaim God's word.
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Faith Formation
Sundays from 9:45am-10:45am
The Racial Healing Team invites you to join for 4 more weeks of Faith Formation class beginning to discuss Indian Boarding Schools during the Faith Formation hour beginning at 9:45am.
- What are they?
- Who started them?
- How was the church involved?
- Why should we learn about them now?
It will be a challenge to learn things that directly contradict so much of what you have been taught your entire life to be true. We are hoping you join us with a willingness to be open and open-minded for lively conversations in a safe and loving space, where God (Great Spirit) will be at the center of it all. Your middle and high schoolers are also welcome to attend. We will meet in the sanctuary and on zoom, and we look forward to seeing you all there!
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LandMARKS
May 1st, from 9:45am-10:45am
New to St. Mark's? Want to get to know the people here? Interested in getting involved with what God is doing in this place? LandMARKS is a monthly meeting with Pastor Matt and/or Deacon Katie that helps visitors and new members learn about the ministries of St. Mark's, get to know the staff and members, and ask questions about our community. Meet us at the bottom of the main staircase at 9:45am to join!
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New Member Sunday, May 15th
If you are interested in joining St. Mark's we will be having a New Member Sunday on May 15th. As we know more about what this day will look like, we will share this information.
Reach out to Deacon Katie if you have any questions about LandMARKS or New Member Sunday.
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Paloma Kapp Baptism
Friday, April 29th at 10am
Paloma Marguerite Leal Kapp will be baptized at St. Mark's this Friday morning at 10 am. While it's very unusual for us to hold a baptism outside of the normal Sunday morning gathering, due to Covid concerns and the need for international travel by some of the baptismal party, we're doing the best we can to make this happen. While only the family will gather in the building on Friday, you are invited to join us via livestream on Facebook! Paloma's parents are Emilie Kapp and Arturo Leal, the proprietors of the Chestnut Inn just up the street, and her sister Frankie Rose was also baptized at St. Mark's in 2019.
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NC Women of the ELCA Spring Conference
Saturday, April 30th from 9:30am-11:30am
You are invited to the NC Women of the ELCA 2022 Spring Conference gathering.
When: NC Women of the ELCA will gather to celebrate our first event in two years with the 2022 Spring Conference Gathering and Program on April 30th from 9:30am-11:30am.
Details: All women who wish can meet with Alice Silver in the church Library to attend the virtual, Zoom conference and refreshments will be available. The topic will be Justice Issues Impacting Women that have been in the headlines over the past two years.
If you have questions, please contact Alice Silver at 828.776.4375.
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Circle of Welcome Meeting
May 3rd, 6:30pm @ St.Mark's
The Circle of Welcome will have a meeting on May 3rd at 6:30pm in the St. Mark's Library. The purpose of this meeting is to review the holy work that this congregation has graciously been apart of over the last few months and to discuss the ministry that has assisted the Ihsas family in their transition to Northern Virginia. If you are unable to attend, this meeting will be available virtually.
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2022 Primary Election
Tuesday, May 17th
In North Carolina, the statewide primary is Tuesday, May 17, 2022. During this election, voters can choose which candidates they prefer to be on the general election ballot in November.
The purpose of a primary is to narrow the field of candidates for the general election.
Races on the ballot include:
- The U.S. Senate and House of Representatives.
- The N.C. General Assembly.
- The N.C. Supreme Court and Court of Appeals.
Additionally, many voters will find municipal contests on their ballot due to rescheduled municipal elections. This applies to voters in municipalities that delayed their 2021 elections to finalize new electoral districts. This also applies to voters who live in cities and towns that conduct their elections during even-numbered years.
For information on your voter registration and to view sample ballots, visit: ncsbe.gov
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Loveable Kittens to a Good Home
Looking for some mischievous fun and endless entertainment? Amy Zellers is currently caring for 4 kittens - (two males, two females) and is looking for good homes for them. They will be 7 weeks old this Saturday and are litter box trained. If you would like more information, contact Amy Zellers @ amyzellers@gmail.com. Spread the word to friends and family!
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June 2-4, 2022 @ Lenoir-Rhyne University in Hickory, NC
You are invited to join other members of the North Carolina Synod for the first ever Synod Gathering. This event will have time for learning, worship, and fellowship with other Lutherans from all over the state.
There are two ways to attend:
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Attend with St. Mark's - Pastor Matt will be driving our newly borrowed 12 passenger van to Hickory to attend the Gathering on Thursday. If you would like to attend that day and travel with Pastor Matt, please email Deacon Katie and she will register you for the event. St. Mark's will cover your meals and day registration.
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Attend on your own - You are welcome to attend additional days of the Synod Gathering, and stay overnight at LR. For this option, please follow this link to register yourself for the event.
Questions? Want to learn more? Click here or Contact Deacon Katie
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Thursday, April 28th
Friday, April 29th
- 10am - Paloma Kapp Baptism
Saturday, April 30th
- 9:30am - WELCA Conference
- 1pm - Connie Koiner's Funeral
Sunday, May 1st
- 8:30am - Worship
- 9:45am - Faith Formation
- 9:45am - LandMARKS
- 11am - Worship
- 1pm - Youth Group
Monday, May 2nd
- 10am - Faith & Fellowship (Zoom)
- 1:30pm - Book Study (Zoom)
- 5:45pm - Executive Team (Zoom)
- 6:30pm - CAT Meeting
Tuesday, May 3rd
- 9am - Quilters
- 10am - Staff Meeting
- 6:30pm - Circle of Welcome
Wednesday, May 4th
- 9am - Property Day
- 10am - Kairos Group
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Meeting Links:
-Faith & Fellowship
Monday, May 2nd @ 10am
-Book Study
Monday, May 2nd @ 1:30pm
-Executive Team
Monday, May 2nd @ 5:45pm
-Circle of Welcome (In Person and Zoom)
Tuesday, May 3rd @ 6:30pm
-Kairos Group (In Person and Zoom)
Wednesday, May 4th @ 10am
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Worship Assistant Information |
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If you are a worship assistant, please take a few moments and refresh yourself on the routines of your position either by watching these videos or by reading the linked text within the titles. If you would like to know more about these positions or any others on Sunday morning, please reach out to Danielle.
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May 1st @ 8:30am
Greeters
Dan Dudde
Mary Dudde
Usher
Carolyn Bradley
Mike Bradley
Altar Guild
Amy Zellers
Acolyte
Lila Niedenthal
Assisting Minister
Amy Zellers
Reader
Carolyn Bradley
Communion Assistant
Diane Hughes
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May 1st @ 11am
Greeters
Alice Silver
Cindy Lauster
Usher
Scott Baumann
TBD
Altar Guild
Paula Lindsay
Acolyte
Bonnie Richards
Crucifer
Paula Bradt
Assisting Minister
Katie Rivers
Reader
TBD
Communion Assistant
Vickie Hauser
Live Stream
Bob Mihara
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Contact Information
Parish Administrator
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Our Mission:
Making disciples by loving Christ,
growing in faith, serving all people
Our Vision:
Experiencing and sharing God's grace as an inclusive, intergenerational congregation through Worship, Outreach, Learning and Fellowship
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