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Bill Maiden Honored by University Hospitals
On Monday Dec. 11, 2017 Bill Maiden, a long time St. Mark member was honored for his service in the military by University Hospital Hospice. Bill was presented with a pin and certificate honoring his military service in the United States Marine Corps. Bill told the group about his growing up as a youth in Alabama through his service to the United States as a Marine in World War II. He also led a stirring rendition of “God Bless America,”.…
November Community Lunch
Nov 30, 2017 was Turkey Day for the community surrounding St. Mark. Home made turkey stuffing casserole was the main course at the St. Mark monthly community free lunch. Fellowship Hall was full of laughter and conversations , the St. Mark bus “Prayforce One” brought people from the West Geauga Senior Center, food and friendship was the order of the day. The next community lunch will be Dec.27! Mark your calendars and celebrate Christmas with us.
December Men’s Breakfast
On Dec 2, 2017, the men of St.Mark met at the Rise and Dine Cafe in downtown Chesterland for their monthly fellowship breakfast. This month’s speaker was Rev. Lud Golz, retired Pastor at Fellowship Bible church in Chagrin Falls, OH. Rev. Golz website is here http://www.gettinggodsmessage.org/meet_golz.html
St. Mark Celebrates Bill Maiden at 95
Often described as the “Spiritual Soul” of the St. Mark congregation, Bill Maiden had his 95th birthday celebrated on Sunday Nov. 27 in the St. Mark Fellowship Hall. For those of you that don’t know Bill listen to the “Voices of Faith” interview by Pastor Matzke below. https://www.stmarkchester.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Bill-MaidenVOF.mp3 The members of St. Mark love and cherish Bill. We are grateful for his living faith that he shares with all that he come in contact with.
Gift of the Magi Christmas Boutique – Magical
On Nov. 10 and 11th , the St. Mark church entrance, hallways and Fellowship Hall were turned into a magical Christmas boutique. Beautifully displayed, colorful hand made Christmas gifts were available for purchase during the event. The proceeds will be used to fund projects and ministries by the Women’s League at St. Mark. This annual boutique at St. Mark features a preview party fellowship event on the Friday night before the event is open to the general public. Special thanks…
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…
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…
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…
Carducci – Shulman Wedding at St. Mark
On May 27th Caitlin Carducci and Dennis Shulman we’re married at St Mark. Caitlin is the daughter of Joseph and Charlotte Carducci. Their reception was held in fellowship hall. The Carduccis are members at St. Mark and the entire congregation wishes the newlyweds and their families God’s blessings. Pastor Mark Matske, Senior Pastor at St. Mark and celebrant at the wedding mentioned how special it was to have members of the congregation help with the wedding so that everything went as…