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PotLuck Picnic and a Movie
Potluck Picnic & Movie On Friday, August 25th the congregation gathered at the St. Mark pavilion for a picnic-style potluck and a movie. The potluck food was delicious, and the hamburgers and hot dogs were scrumptious. The movie, Disney’s Aladdin, was enjoyed by all on this perfect late summer night. Thanks to the St. Mark fellowship committee for their hard work to make this event possible.
This ‘n That Sale
This ‘n That Sale Thursday, September 7, 2023, 5 pm to 8 PM ($5.00 admission Thursday Only) Friday, September 8, 2023, 9 am to 4 pm Saturday, September 9, 2023, 9 am to 12 pm
August Men’s Breakfast
The St. Mark monthly men’s breakfast met at Coffee Works in downtown Chesterland on Au. 12, 2023. The accommodations were tight due to the large attendance, but we managed to sit elbow to elbow and enjoyed fellowship and a presentation by St. Mark member David Greishammer. David emphasized the blood of Christ that was spent on the cross for us all and quoted a number of scripture verses that emphasized that fact. A well-participated in discussion followed on how we…
Congrats Pastor Chris
Pastor Chris Ryan has completed his Specific Ministry Pastor Curriculum at Concordia St. Louis Seminary. St. Mark members held a reception between services on Sunday, July 30, 2023, to celebrate this accomplishment. Thank You, Pastor Chris, for all your hard work to share the GOOD NEWS of Jesus Christ at St. Mark and the loving Pastoral care you show our members. We pray for you and encourage you as you now start work on your Masters of Divinity Degree,
Serving those in Need
On Saturday, July 15, 2023, St. Mark members hosted a fried chicken dinner for those in need in the Ohio City neighborhood of Cleveland, Ohio. The social hall at Trinity Lutheran Church was the venue. St. Mark serves this meal monthly, which has become a great opportunity to share the Good News of Jesus Christ along with the meal. St. Mark members also bring donated clothes for the Trinity clothing store and food for their food pantry. The message this…
Kiwanis 4th of July Parade
St. Mark members loaded their instruments on a flatbed trailer and shared the Good News of Jesus Christ in song along the parade route of the West Geauga Kiwanis 4th of July Parade. Members of the congregation marched next to the float and tossed out “flying discs” to the crowd that featured information about St. Mark and the upcoming Vacation Bible School. Thanks to all who participated, and many thanks to the West Geauga Kiwanis for sponsoring this annual parade.…
April Community Lunch
On a sunny but cool April 26, St. Mark opened its doors to the community and served a delicious lunch of an unstuffed cabbage casserole, apple sauce, rolls and homemade desserts. The lunch is served on the last Wednesday of the month at no charge to those attending. It is a great time to catch up with neighbors and friends, especially now after a long winter. The next lunch will be served on May 31, it starts at 11 am…
Debt reduction Breakfast
The last of our Debt Reduction Breakfasts was held on Sunday, April 23, 2023, after each service. This month’s breakfast is presented by the men of the church. These breakfasts are always a special treat. The food is great, the fellowship is wonderful, and all monies collected go to pay down our mortgage.
Sharing The Good News Tailgate
On Saturday, April 15 , 2023 , members of St. Mark’s outreach team held a baseball tailgate in front of Trinity Lutheran Church in Ohio City. We served Hot Dogs, “Grandma’s” macaroni salad, Cracker Jack and delicious chocolate chip cookies. David Grieshammer, a member of St. Mark gave his testimony about how he came to know Jesus Christ and said a prayer before the meal. St. Mark serves a meal to the homeless and disadvantaged at Trinity Lutheran on the…
Easter at St. Mark
HE IS RISEN !! HE IS RISEN INDEED !! Easter was spectacular at St. Mark. We had a well-attended, sunrise, liturgical service as well as festival services, with brass instruments, praise music, and organ music, at 9 am and 11 am. The St. Mark choir sang at the 9 am service. Holy Communion was celebrated at all 3 services. Pastor Matzke’s sermon, “Do not be Afraid,” was uplifting and extremely relevant to the troubled times we live in. Listen to…