St. Mark Greek Orthodox Church

Weekly Bulletin · Week of August 16

11th Sunday of Matthew

Sunday, August 16, 2026

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

8:30 AMOrthros
9:30 AMDivine Liturgy
11:00 AMTown Hall — Survey Results

Readings

Orthros Gospel: John 21:15-25
Epistle: 1 Corinthians 9:2-12
Gospel: Matthew 18:23-35

This Week

Little Ascetics Homeschool Co-op
Friday, August 21 — 9:30 AM
Byzantine Choir Practice
Friday, August 21 — 6:30 PM
Open to everyone, no experience needed — learn the liturgical hymns of the Divine Liturgy, Orthros, and Vespers.

Announcements

Town Hall This Sunday: The Parish Survey Results

The results of the parish survey are ready to share. Everyone is invited to the Town Hall meeting following Divine Liturgy this Sunday, hosted by Fr. Christian and Maximos (Lane) Thompson. Come hear what we said together — and what happens next.

Introduction to the Orthodox Faith — Begins September 9

Embark on a transformative nine-week journey into the heart of the Orthodox Christian faith — its theology, practices, and spiritual traditions. Classes meet every Wednesday at 6:30 PM. All are welcome — Orthodox, curious, and seeking alike. - September 9 — The True Church: From Apostles to Today - September 16 — Jesus Christ and Early Christian Heresies - September 23 — The Mysteries of God - September 30 — Orthodox Anthropology: Why is Man? - October 7 — Asceticism: the Fight Against the Passions - October 21 — The Liturgical Life of the Church - October 28 — The Friends of Christ - November 4 — Living the Faith: From Theory to Practice - November 11 — Moving Forward: Q&A with Potluck Dinner Questions? Email Fr. Christian at frchristian@stmarksgoc.org.

Reminder: School Supplies for Santos Elementary

The school year is here — we are collecting school supplies for the students of Santos Elementary. Most-needed items: - #2 pencils, crayons (24-count), colored pencils, cap erasers, and dry-erase markers - Wide-ruled composition notebooks, loose-leaf filler paper, and solid-color pocket folders - Facial tissues, disinfecting wipes, hand sanitizer, and Ziploc bags (gallon or quart) - Reusable water bottles Every donation helps a neighborhood child start the year ready to learn. Thank you for your generosity.

The Parish Newsletter

Ministry news, Parish Council notes, the treasurer's report, and the month ahead — all in one place.

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.

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