Posts by rychel (Page 17)

Posts by rychel (Page 17)

November Men’s Breakfast

Every month the men of St. Mark meet for breakfast at the Rise and Dine cafe in downtown Chesterland.  A short presentation on various topics is presented by speakers from all walks of life. This month Deacon Chris Ryan spoke about the cycles of life and used a leaf as an illustration. Chris jokingly said all the guys were reminded of all the work they had ahead of them, cleaning up the leaves in their yards. Next breakfast is Dec.…

Honoring Service, Serving the Needy, Fellowship, Bibles for Kids

The weekend ending on Sunday Sept 24, was a busy time at St. Mark. Hildred Tornberg, the longtime church organist retired from playing the organ. Hildred will still direct the choir. The congregation appreciates  her years of service and dedication to excellence in music at St. Mark . Satuday we served a meal those in need at Building Hope In The City(BHIC), the urban outreach of Trinity Lutheran on the near west Side of Cleveland. St. Mark serves a meal…

Youth Group starts their new calendar year

The St. Mark Youth Group started  a new year on Rally Day on Sept 10, 2017 ! A lot is happening this year, mission trips, fundraisers  as well the fun and lasting friendships that happens at these events. Youth Group meets at 6 pm Sunday nights

St. Mark Chesterland joins hurricane relief

St. Mark joined with Ministry In Mission, a Recognized Service Organization of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS), to help provide relief supplies for hurricane relief.  St. Mark members loaded the St. Mark church bus, “Prayer Force One” with palettes of freeze dried food, bags of pet food, diapers and cleaning supplies. On Wednesday Sept. 6,  the bus headed south to Caldwell Ohio and delivered the supplies to The Harp Mission,(HARP) a service organization recommended by Rev. Terry Cripe, Ohio…

August 2017 Community Lunch

Each month St. Mark opens the doors of our “Fellowship Hall” to the Chesterland and surrounding community for a free community lunch. August featured sloppy joes, cole slaw, fruit salad, desserts and chips. The event takes place on the last Wednesday of the month. Transportation is available from the Chesterland Geauga Senior Center on the St. Mark Church Bus “Prayer Force One”

3 Worship Services – Sunday School – Bible Studies start Sept 10

Our  Worship Styles and Sunday Christian Education 8:15 AM A traditional Liturgical Service Featuring all-time favorite hymns that Christians have enjoyed for generations 9:45 AM Sunday School  and Bible Classes 9:45 AM The “Gathering”, a blended worship service combines traditional hymns and contemporary music. 11:00 AM A “contemporary” service featuring “Praise” music in a less formal setting Holy Communion is celebrated on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Sunday of the month All Services feature Scripture readings, prayer and a thoughtful…

August Men’s Breakfast

Ryan Jensen, missionary to Northern China, was the guest speaker at the August St. Mark monthly men’s breakfast. Ryan, who grew up in the Chesterland area, highlighted his experiences in China and spoke about a specific opportunity he had to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with a family in China. Ryan answered ,many questions about his experience in China. The St. Mark men’s group meets on the first Saturday of the month at Rise and Dine Cafe in…

Serving at Building Hope In The City- July 2017

Every month St. Mark members board “Prayer Force One” , the St. Mark Church Bus and head to Trinity Lutheran Church on Cleveland s near west side to serve a meal, bring clothes for their clothing outreach and bring canned goods and other food to help with their food pantry. Our goal is to show the love of our risen savior , Jesus Christ to these people so that they will be drawn to Him. July featured a light fare…

St. Mark – Chesterland Independence Day Parade

The largest group ever, participated in the 2017 Chesterland Independence Day Parade . Led by our Praise Team, the St. Mark Float again featured live music. The eclectic group of Pastors, Youth Leaders, Youth Group members, and  Senior Citizens from St. Mark tossed flying discs to the crowd as well as passing out “We are Family” stickers and bookmarks highlighting the new family ministry at St. Mark. Special thank to Onderdonk Sons roofing for the use of their flatbed trailer

July Men’s Breakfast

On the first day of July 2017, Rise and Dine Cafe in downtown Chesterland hosted the St. Mark monthly men’s breakfast. It is an informal gathering of men that meet to have breakfast and hear a short presentation by men from all walks of life.  This month’s speaker was Rev. Greg Glodkowski from Chester Christian Center. Pastor Greg  spoke on the Old Testament  book of Proverbs and related it to how relevant it could be to our friendships today. The…

June Community Lunch

The weather was beautiful, the temperature was moderate for the St. Mark June Community (free) lunch.” Prayer Force One,” the St. Mark church bus headed to the Chesterland Geauga County Senior Center to transport hungry seniors to the lunch. Chicken Pasta Salad, Pea Salad, Rolls, Watermelon, Deviled Eggs and Desserts were the fare of the day. Fellowship, great conversation and fun were had by all. On the last Wednesday of each month St. Mark holds a community free lunch from…