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St. Mark Women’s Retreat 2019
On Saturday, March 16, 2019, the St. Mark Women’s League held their annual retreat. The event was open to all women, not just St. Mark members. The Reverend Mark Matzke, Pastor at St. Mark gave the opening presentation, highlighting the theme, “Let God Be Your GPS.” A number of speakers presented during the day followed by discussion sessions. Lunch was served. It was a delightful day for all that attended.
LWML Prayer Service at St. Mark
The Northeast Zone of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League(LWML) held a prayer service on February 9th at St. Mark. The prayer service was written by Rev. Allen D. Anderson, past president of the Rocky Mountain District of The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. Pastor Kevin Guynn, Northeast Zone Counselor, gave the message. During a luncheon hosted by the St. Mark LWML chapter, Jackie Rychel, president of Ministry In Mission, gave a presentation on the progress and completion of the Elderly Christian…
Annual Women’s League Luncheon
On Saturday, Jan. 12, the annual women’s league luncheon was held at St. Denis Golf Course Party Center. thanks to Donna Robinson for the great pictures
Christmas Community Lunch
On Dec. 19, The Ladies of St. Mark opened the doors of the St. Mark Fellowship Hall to the people of the surrounding communities for their month FREE fellowship luncheon Rigatoni with meatballs , salad and Christmas cookies were enjoyed by all. The St. Mark Bus “Prayer Force One” picked up some hungry carolers at The West Geauga Senior Center who enjoyed the food and great conversations. Each month the ladies at St. Mark host a free community lunch on…
Nov. Community Lunch
Turkey Casserole was the main course at the Nov. St. Mark community lunch. The hearty seniors from the West Geauga Senior center boarded “Prayer Force One” the St. Mark Church bus and joined the attendees from many local communities to enjoy great food and friendly conversation. Each month, the St. Mark members open the doors of “Fellowship Hall,” located in the west wing of the church, to the surrounding communities. This monthly FREE lunch , is a caring ministry that …
Gift of the Magi Boutique 2018
Once a year the members of St. Mark transform the hallways and fellowship hall into a magical Christmas boutique, featuring handmade items that make special Christmas gifts. The St. Mark vision statement is “Making Caring Connections in the Community.” By opening the doors of St. Mark to vendors and members of the surrounding communities, we hope that when they have spiritual needs, they will think of St. Mark to help them with those needs as well. Money raised by the boutique…
Sept. Community Lunch
On Sept. 26, 2018, St. Mark opened it’s doors to the Chesterland and surrounding communities for a free community lunch. The St. Mark vision statement is about making caring connections in the community and this months lunch was awesome for anyone caring about yummy food, and great conversations. As usual “Prayer Force One” the St. Mark church bus picked up a lively band of singers at the West Geauga Senior Center , “Show me the way to go home,” “Take…
St. Mark This & That Sale Underway
Off to a great start the St. Mark “This and That Sale” is happening now. Plenty of great bargains at bargain prices remain. In addition to the sale, St. Mark members are available to pray with you or pray for your needs and thank you’s. Hurry, their is still time today until 4 pm and tomorrow, 9 am to 1 pm St. Mark is located 11900 Chillicothe Rd., Chesterland, OH 44026
June Community Lunch
Sausage, Au gratin potatoes, corn, rolls, fruit salad, homemade deserts plus great conversations, laughter, and joyful serving were the fare of the day at St. Mark for the monthly free community lunch, Each month the ladies of St. Mark sponsor a free luncheon for the Chesterland and surrounding communities. Prayer Force One the church bus also picks up seniors at the West Geauga Senior center. The songs sung on the bus this Wednesday were, “Show Me the Way to Go…
Youth Group Mission Trip- Send Off
What a send off for the St. Mark Youth as they head to Altoona PA to do some servant evangelism! At the 9:45 service on June 10, 2018, all those heading to the missionfield were commisioned and received a blessing in front of the congregation. They were treated to hot dogs, hamburgers and mac and cheese plus other goodies at a going away lunch in fellowship hall after the service. The group boarded “PrayerForce One” the church bus and headed…
Planting the Fun in FUNdraising
St. Mark Women’s League has three major fundraisers each year. The Spring Plant Sale, The Fall “This and That Sale”and the Gift of the Magi Boutique. Last weekend, starting on Friday May 18 and continuing through Sunday, St. Mark opened their doors to the community for an opportunity to put some Spring in their yards by purchasing plantable plants and hanging baskets. Friday featured the “Tour de Fleurs” Plant sale and preview party. A fun time of fellowship food…
12th Annual Mothers Day Luncheon
On Saturday May 12, 2018 the women of St. Mark got together in the St. Mark Fellowship Hall for the 12th annual Mothers Day Luncheon. This years theme, “A fun look at fashion from Victorian Times to present.” Thanks to Donna Toth for the pictures