Announcements (Page 21)
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Immanuel Lutheran, Downers Grove IL Youth Group
St. Mark entertained a youth group from Immanuel Lutheran Church , Downers Grove IL last weekend as they traveled to Western Pennsylvania for mission work. About 60 youth and adults slept in the St. Mark church and St. Mark members provided dinner on Saturday and a breakfast on Sunday as well as a huge bonfire Sat. night. We were privileged to worship with the group at our 8:15 service. We pray for their safe travel and that the Holy Spirit uses their…
Pastor Matzke on Twitter
It's been a long time, but I'm about to record a new Voices of Faith with my friend Bill Maiden. Very excited! — Mark Matzke (@ReverendMatzke) August 2, 2016
St. Mark 2016 Vacation Bible School
St. Mark Vacation Bible School 2016 (VBS) took place from July 25th thru July 29th. 55 plus kids enjoyed the theme “Barnyard Roundup” in the St. Mark Sanctuary. The entire St. Mark campus was turned into a Barnyard, sans the smell. Volunteers from the St. Mark congregation plus members of the community helped the children , sing songs, watch videos, hear bible stories, meet biblical characters and pray. They feasted on food like lambs made from marshmallows and pretzels and sandwiches…
July Community Lunch
“Making Caring Connections In Our Community” is the St. Mark vision. This month the Womens League connected with Brats and Beans during our monthly free community lunch. special thanks to Donna Robinson for the wonderful pictures
Kevin Bacon at St. Mark Vacation Bible School!
It was a busy first day at St. Mark Chesterland’s Barnyard Round-up Vacation Bible School! It started off with a guest appearance by none other than Kevin Bacon Take a look at the video below to see Kevin’s intro: Here is a gallery featuring some first day activities.
Pastor Matzke on Twitter
I'm happy to announce my return to "His Time" with @KFUOAndy on August 26, 9:00 am EST. Listen live at https://t.co/m2Wdqa4Foa — Mark Matzke (@ReverendMatzke) July 21, 2016
CRUISE IN To St. Mark Chesterland
On July, 16, 2016, a gorgeous summer evening, St. Mark, Chesterland Ohio, opened its parking lot to car and truck enthusiasts displaying their vintage , Corvettes, GTO’s , Semi’s, and pick up trucks . Conversations revolved around carburetors and fellowship as St. Mark’s members put some action into their vision statement “Making Caring Connections in Our Community,” by connecting with the car and truck loving community in Chesterland and beyond. Special Thanks to Donna Toth and Donna Robinson for the wonderful pictures
Kirsten Zimmerman- Missionary to El Salvador
On Sunday, July 10th, Kirsten Zimmerman addressed the congregation of St. Mark Lutheran Church in Chesterland about her work at Love & Hope Children’s Home in Santa Tecla, El Salvador. She told of the challenges and victories of the last 4 1/2 years, and updated St. Mark on the status of the children under her care. Following Kirsten is easy: On Instagram: @kirstenzimm Her blog: blog.loveandhopechildrenshome.com These ways always contain great photos! Or, look for monthly updates in the St.…
June Free Lunch
Special Thanks to Bada Bing Pizza and Catering for providing Pizza for the St. Mark July Community Lunch. In addition to the pizza, the St. Mark Womans League provided salads, fruit and home made desserts. Here is a picture gallery of the event thanks to Donna Robinson for the pictures
June Men’s Fellowship Breakfast
June men’s fellowship breakfast featured a short presentaion by Rev. Lud Golz. (click below to see more about Lud) http://www.gettinggodsmessage.org/meet_golz.html the message was based on 2Peter 1:vs 1-11 and really hit home with a very practical application of our faith in daily living
St. Mark Endowment Fund Kickoff
On May 21st at Generations Party Center a kickoff was held for the St. Mark Lutheran Endowment Fund. Ron Meister, chairman of the St. Mark Endowment Fund was the master of ceremonies. Presentations were given by Eileen Fitzenreiter, Ohio District Gift Planning Coordinator for the LCMS foundation who spoke on “Peace Through Planning”, detailing strategies to help us “Give Back” to help continue the Lord’s work through estate planning. David V. Wohlabaugh, Financial Advisor of Wernick Wealth Management Group of…
Summer Worship Schedule Starts June 12
Summer Worship Schedule starts June 12, 2016 8:15 am, Traditional Liturgical Worship 9:45 am ,Contemporary and the Gathering Service rotates from Sunday to Sunday A Longer look at the Lessons Bible study follows the 8:15 am service