The Messenger of St. Mark's | Christmas| December 21, 2023 | |
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For your thought:
In those days a decree went out from Emperor Augustus that all the world should be registered. This was the first registration and was taken while Quirinius was governor of Syria. All went to their own towns to be registered. Joseph also went from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to the city of David called Bethlehem, because he was descended from the house and family of David. He went to be registered with Mary, to whom he was engaged and who was expecting a child. While they were there, the time came for her to deliver her child. And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in bands of cloth, and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn. --Luke 2-7
Study this Sunday's Readings for Advent 4.
Note: The offices of St. Mark's will be closed from Monday, December 25, and will reopen on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.
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SAINT MARK'S MISSION, MINISTRY & OUTREACH | |
Christmas Eve at St. Mark's and A Jolly Mingle! | |
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December 24th Schedule of Events (Advent 4 is in the morning; Christmas Eve is in the evening):
- Sun., Dec. 24, 11 a.m.—Luminaria Set Up
- Sun., Dec. 24, 4 p.m. - Luminaria Lighting
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A note about the Jolly Mingle (Stay late/Come Early): From 6-7:30 p.m. on Christmas Eve, we'll be hosting a Jolly Mingle! Please consider the following:
- Jolly Mingle Food Provided by St. Mark's: Posole, Tamales, Biscochitos and Festive Drinks (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic alternatives will be available)
- Bring friends and family with you
- Bring something ready to share (optional)
- Come to the 4:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Liturgy and stay after!
- Come to the Jolly Mingle and stay for the 7:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Liturgy!
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Luminaria Setup/Lighting/Cleanup | |
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Sunday, December 24 at 11 am: Luminaria Setup (Placing the luminarias around the church campus).
- Sunday, December 24 at 4 p.m.: Luminaria Lighting
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Tuesday. December 26 at 3 p.m.: Luminaria Cleanup (Picking up luminarias around the church campus, emptying sand, and discarding candles).
All of the luminaria activities will take place outdoors, so please dress warmly!
Please help us Setup Luminarias, Light Luminarias, and Cleanup Luminarias in Narthex
We need your help to make it happen!
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Dec. 30: Carol Hymn Sing & Potluck Dinner! | | |
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On Saturday, December 30 from 5-7 p.m., St. Mark's will be hosting our annual Carol Hymn Sing & Potluck Dinner. Please bring a dish or drinks to share, friends or family, and your singing voice! | |
Dec. 31: Pancake Breakfast Coffee Hour | | |
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Sunday, December 31 is the Fifth Sunday of the month, which means that we'll be celebrating Coffee Hour with a Pancake Breakfast!
St. Mark's will be providing pancakes & syrup. Please bring ready-to-serve sides to share, like sausage, bacon, fruit, juice, gluten-free items, etc.
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Enjoy Highlights from St. Mark's 2023 Christmas Pageant | | |
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Whether you missed last Sunday's pageant, or you just want to relive the magic, you can view a 10 minute video with "highlights" from this year's pageant by clicking here. (Please note, this video is "unlisted" on YouTube, to protect the privacy of our kiddos and their families. Feel free to share the link directly with family members and close friends, but do not share publicly on social media, etc.) - Email Mother Sylvia with questions by clicking here. | |
Mark Your Calendars: 2nd Congregational Meeting with Architect | |
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On January 9, the Building Renewal Committee will meet and reach consensus on what our Architect and Liturgical Consultant will share on January 14 our next Congregational Meeting. Please, mark your calendars for this important meeting that will include a catered meal. Father ahead, anticipate another Congregational Presentation in March. The Committee is pleased that our Architect and Liturgical Consultant respect our need to continue listening and refining as we do our work on your behalf.
2nd Congregational Meeting with Architect will be held on January 14, 2024. Here is the agenda:
- 9:30 Eucharist
- 10:30 Architect Presentation.
- 11:30 Lunch – Catered BBQ Lunch
- 12:15 Community Conversation
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Give by mail (St. Mark's has a secure mailbox and is checked regularly). Send to: 431 Richmond Place NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106. | | |
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Give electronically through By PayPal®.
Please consider checking the box that reads, "I’d like to add to my donation to help offset the cost of processing."
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Give electronically through the Diocese of the Rio Grande Parish Donation site and check the box next to "Albuquerque-St. Mark's".
Just fill out the rest of the information and click the Next button at the bottom of the page. Please make sure fill out "special instructions or comment" to let us know how to apply your gift (e.g., pledge, congregational relief fund, etc.).
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Presiding Bishop Michael Curry's 2023 Christmas Message | |
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All are welcome to join us for worship during our Thursday 11 a.m. midweek Holy Eucharists and our Sunday Holy Eucharists at 9:30 a.m. You may join us in person or on Facebook & YouTube.
Come as you are!
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Email submissions should be sent (via email) to the Communications Specialist by 9:00 a.m. each Wednesday for inclusion on Thursday's e-news.
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