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!
This Sunday
Services
- 9:00 AMOrthros
- 10:00 AMDivine Liturgy
Readings
- Orthros GospelJohn 20:19-31
- EpistleHebrews 13:7-16
- GospelMatthew 4:12-17
This Week
Parish Council Elections
This Sunday after Divine LiturgyAll Stewards of St. Mark are encouraged to attend the Parish Council Election this Sunday after Divine Liturgy. The following nominees will be voted on: Linda Arvanitis, Peter Delos, Denise Drackley, David Krepanivich, Romeo Pardines, Kathy Pangas, Dino Raptis, and Lane Thompson. Please plan to stay and participate in this important parish decision!
New Schedule of Classes!
Wednesdays (alternating)Starting this week we are excited to announce an all new schedule for midweek studies. Bible study times will alternate starting this Wednesday with our 10:30 AM Bible Study. The next week there will be an evening Bible Study at 6 PM. Each month will have a theme; this month is "Theophany and our Personal Baptism." Class Schedule: Wednesday January 21st - 10:30 AM - Bible Study; Wednesday January 28th - 10:30 AM - Moms and Toddlers... & their Priest!; Wednesday January 28th - 6:00 PM - Bible Study.
Choir Practice
Wednesday, January 21 at 6:00 PMJoin us for Choir Practice as we are learning new material! All are welcome, especially new members. We are learning more hymns in English, plus we are preparing for Great Lent (already!) which starts February 23rd. The Holy Scriptures tell us: Speak to one another with psalms, hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord. (Ephesians 5:19)
Greek Festival Chair Meeting
Saturday, January 24th - 10:00 AMAll chairs are asked to attend as we prepare for the upcoming festival.
Heart-to-Heart Meeting
Thursday, January 29 at 6:00 PMJoin us for a Heart-to-Heart Potluck Supper and Training. Please note a change in the meeting date! We will continue training with Father Alexander to build us up in our holy faith to inspire and equip us to minister to those who are sick and suffering. The Holy Scriptures tell us: Truly, I say to you, as you did it not to one of the least of these, you did it not to me. (Matthew 25:45)
Save the Date: St. Mark Ladies Luncheon
Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 11:30 a.m.To ALL ladies of St. Mark, please join us for our monthly luncheon which will be on the first Thursday of every month. The first gathering will be held on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at 11:30 a.m., at the Liberty Grille (Del Webb) 13605 Del Webb Blvd, Summerfield, FL 34491. All lunches include drink, tax, and tip - all for the bargain price of $18.00. Please RSVP to Vicki Collins (217) 416-9307 or Joanne Veglas (352) 203-3857. Reservations will not be accepted after Monday, February 2, 2026.
Announcements
Book Store Soft Opening!
Thank you for a fantastic opening week of our new bookstore! The soft open continues this week. Come and browse for Orthodox Books and select Icons. There will also be free Espresso drinks available for everyone! Over the next few weeks we will be setting up volunteer schedules, taking special orders and selling books. Anything you want, just ask!
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
Our Stewardship Drive continues! God is doing great things in our community, and each of us is called to take part in His work. Stewardship sign-ups remain available near the entrance by the candles. Join us in offering back to God a portion of the blessings He has given us, as we grow together in faith and service. Donate Online.
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.