Welcome Parishioners, Guests, and Seekers! We welcome you to our parish home and hope that you will be comfortable and experience the love of Christ! We are a Mission Parish dedicated to teaching the Gospel within Holy Tradition and sharing the spiritual life. You will experience the One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church, founded in Jerusalem and preserved throughout the centuries by the martyrs and the faithful Orthodox Christians. Sunday worship is the center of our Christian life; it is the liturgy of the Holy Eucharist, where Christ is present, the Head of the Assembly, offering all of the faithful present to His Father, and giving us the gifts of Holy Communion. We hope you will enjoy the fellowship at St Mark's afterwards.
This Sunday
Services
- 9:00 AMOrthros
- 10:00 AMDivine Liturgy
Readings
- Orthros GospelMatthew 25:1-13
- Epistle1 Timothy 1:1-7
- GospelLuke 19:37-44
This Week
Adult Education
Tuesday, 6:30-7:30 PMAdult Education class.
Bible Study
Wednesdays, 10:30-11:45 AMChristmas edition. This group is open to all, and the study will be topical at this point, with book studies later in the year. Meetings are every Wednesday.
Choir Practice
Wednesday, December 17, 6:00 PMMonthly choir practice is on Wednesday, December 17 at 6:00 PM. Newcomers are welcome. Please see Philanthy Nichols, Choir Director.
Heart to Heart
Thursday, December 18, 6:00 PMMonthly Heart-to-Heart Meeting and Lenten Potluck Supper with training by Father Alexander is on Thursday, December 18 at 6:00 PM. Newcomers are welcome. Please see Philanthy Nichols, Ministry Coordinator.
Annual Festival of Tables
Saturday, December 17 (Save the Date), 11:00 AM - 2:00 PMThe Festival of Tables is a celebrated annual event featuring beautifully decorated themed tables, a delicious lunch, and a Chinese auction/basket raffle. Enjoy a fun afternoon as volunteers showcase creative table designs ranging from whimsical to elegant. Lunch is included, along with plenty of opportunities to participate in raffles and win exciting items. Proceeds benefit a local children's charity and the St. Mark Building Fund. Tickets: $30 per person (lunch included). To host a table or for more information: Kathy Pangas - 561-827-6262. For raffle item donations: Ron Badami - 516-458-3844.
Nativity Pageant Final Dress Rehearsal
Saturday, December 20, 10:30 AMFinal rehearsal for the Nativity Pageant.
Vasilopita Pick Up
Sunday, December 21Vasilopita Pick Up is on Sunday, December 21 for prepaid orders. Please see Ecmel Aktalay.
Nativity Pageant Performance
Sunday, December 21Nativity Pageant performance is on Sunday, December 21 after Church.
Announcements
Book Store Opening Soon!
Saint Mark's Bookstore is taking requests. You can request an Icon, Book, or any other Orthodox items that you would be interested in. We will order it and it ships directly to the church for easy pick up. Shipping is free! 30-40% of your order goes directly to support St Mark. If you would like to request anything please speak to Romeo or Matthew. Available Vendors: Ancient Faith, St Vladimir Seminary, St Herman Press, Uncut Mountain Supply, Holy Cross Bookstore, St Anthony's Monastery, New Rome Press, Legacy Icons.
Women's Singles Group
Calling all single ladies of St. Mark! Join our new group for friendship, connection, and fun - coffee meetups, game days, local trips, and more. Meetings and most events are held during the day. To learn more or sign up: Text Kathy Pangas at 561-827-6262.
A Word on Stewardship
We are excited to announce the start of our parish-wide Stewardship Drive! God is doing great things in our community, and each of us is called to take part in His work. Stewardship sign-ups will be available near the entrance by the candles, and on October 17th, a basket will be placed in front of the icon of The Theotokos. Join us in offering back to God a portion of the blessings He has given us, as we grow together in faith and service. Be sure to remember St Mark's in your will.
Submissions to the Bulletin
If you have an update, news, or an event that you would like mentioned in the bulletin reach out to stmarkgocit@gmail.com and the IT team will make sure it gets added.