Summer service schedule ahead

Beginning May 19, Pentecost and the day of the Parish Picnic, we'll move to our summer schedule of one service at 10 a.m. We'll return to the regular schedule of services at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. on Sept. 8. Wednesday Holy Communion at 5:30 p.m. will continue throughout the summer unless otherwise announced.

Parish Picnic and Ministry Fair

There will be one service at 10 a.m. on May 19, the Day of Pentecost, followed by a covered-dish picnic and information about St. Mark’s many ministries and volunteer opportunities. We need help with set-up and clean-up. Please contact Jane Frederick at jane@f-farchitects.com or 843-441-2030 to volunteer. This is a BYOC event (Bring Your Own Chair) and everyone should bring a dish to share.

Want to tour England? Give us a call!

The June 1 deadline to register for the pilgrimage to England will be here before you know it. Churches, cathedrals and many other scenic and historic sites important to our Anglican heritage will be featured, as well as the Cotswolds. We have a good group signed up already, but there's room for a few more. You do not need to be a member of St. Mark's to join the tour, so let your friends know. Dates are Sept. 10-18. For more information, click HERE or contact Fr. Roy at the parish office or email stmarkscrector@gmail.com.

Ideas needed for future parish hall

On May 5 between the two services, we will have a visioning session for a future parish hall. We want to hear your ideas and priorities. Join us in the church after the 9 a.m. service.

The Wandering Rector will be at Publix on Robert Smalls Blvd. at 10 a.m. on Thurs., April 18. Come join the group for coffee and conversation.

Women of Grace spring tea

Join St. Mark's women's group to celebrate springtime at noon on Thurs., April 18, in the church. Sandwiches and dessert will be provided AND you are encouraged to bring a guest. They need a number for planning purposes, so RSVP to Jo Phelps jophelpssept9@gmail.com, Sally Domby swldomby@yahoo.com or Susan Grimes susan.lee.grimes@gmail.com.

Sealed as Christ's own forever

Although baptism is available any time of the year, the Easter Season, which lasts 50 days and includes Pentecost, is a traditional time. Baptisms normally take place during a Sunday Eucharist because the community pledges to support the baptized in the development of his or her faith. If you would like to schedule a baptism for yourself or a child, please contact Fr. Roy at stmarkscrector@gmail.com or call the parish office.

Support for PRES kids

Port Royal Elementary School will conduct state-mandated testing on May 8-9 and May 13-15. Approximately 90 students will be tested each of those days and they would like our help to provide pre-packaged snacks for them. St. Mark's will purchase snacks in bulk. If you would like to help fund this request, please make a $5 donation to St. Mark's. If writing a check, note "PRES snacks" in the subject line. Carter Hoyt will take all donations, make the purchase, and deliver to the school. Any questions, please contact Carter at carterhoyt@comcast.net. 

New LLM schedule available

Thanks to everyone who volunteered to serve as a Lay Liturgical Minister during the current rotation. Please click HERE for a copy of the schedule, which is also available on the webpage and updated each Thursday. Email us at stmarksc@gmail.com or give us a call if you're a regular or new volunteer and want to help fill in the blanks. Usher/Greeters are scheduled separately by Tom Tull. If you'd like to serve in that capacity, contact Tom at tull6785@bellsouth.net.

Bakers needed

Suzanne Thompson needs help baking the little “love loaves” that we include in the welcome bags for visitors. The recipe is simple and easy. If you’re willing to help, please contact Suzanne at 843-263-5260 or thompsonsuzanne01@yahoo.com.

Music Notes

In Sunday’s Gospel reading, Jesus tells his disciples, “Peace be with you.” We will also hear and sing God’s peace in the music. The prelude “Let There Be Peace on Earth” was written for the International Children’s Choir in 1955 and recorded by artists from Mahalia Jackson to Carlos Santana. At the Offertory, the choir will sing the well-known traditional canon, “Dona Nobis Pacem” (Give Us Peace).  More than the absence of war, peace represents the fullness and profound joy of the Christian life through Easter, baptism and the Eucharistic Feast in the hymns we will sing on Sunday. —Karen Harmon, Music Director

Open dates for altar flowers

The following dates in May and June are open to anyone who would like to give altar flowers as a memorial or in thanksgiving: May 5, May 19, May 26, June 2, June 23, June 30. Fill out an envelope available in the narthex and enclose your check to St. Mark's for $30, or get a copy of the form HERE and mail it in. Many thanks to all who've donated flowers and to the members of the Flower Guild for their beautiful arrangements.

We ask your prayers for Mary Bryan, Connie Skok, Judy Parichy, Jim Lorenz, Ben Donaldson, Susan Perry, Bonnie Connolly, Stacia Christie, Jack Stefan, George Kirkman, Amy Christian, Alice, Dan Snook, Tietjen Alvarez and Lori.

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Office Hours

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