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GUEST MUSICIANS THIS SUNDAY
We are excited to welcome guest musicians, The Promised Land Singers, this Sunday. They will sing most of the musical portions of the traditional service. Please make them feel welcome.
The Promised Land Singers are a family quartet from Oconee County, South Carolina, dedicated to sharing the message of Christ through music. Known for their heartfelt harmonies and uplifting performances, the group presents a blend of Southern Gospel, Bluegrass, and traditional Christian music that appeals to audiences of all ages. Drawing from strong family values and a deep love for ministry, The Promised Land Singers have been blessed
to sing in churches, community events, and concerts throughout the region.
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The Great 50 Days:
“Christ has died, Christ is risen, Christ will come again!” Every time we celebrate Holy Communion, we remind ourselves of this good news. From now until May 24th we will celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. In the church Easter is actually 50 days long! Jesus rose on Easter Sunday, but he appeared to his disciples for 40 days and then ascended into heaven. Then ten days later he sent the Holy Spirit to anoint the disciples at Pentecost. Make time to celebrate the new life that we have through the resurrection of Jesus, not just today, but every day!
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- Golden Corner Food Pantry
- Ann Hope UMC Feeding Ministry
- Collins Children's Home
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IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO TAKE THE ENDOWMENT SURVEY!
To date 48 of our disciples have clicked on the link, scanned the QR code, or filled out a paper copy of the SURVEY to give the Endowment Committee a sense of how each of you feel about supporting Saint Mark in the future.
NOW IT’S YOUR TURN. IT ONLY TAKES
5 MINUTES TO COMPLETE.
THANK YOU.
CLICK HERE to take the online survey by May 31st
| CLICK HERE to email Pastor Alex with your prayer concerns. | Next Sunday is Pentecost! Pentecost is the 50th day after the resurrection. Jesus appeared to his disciples for 40 days and then ascended into heaven. Ten days later was the Jewish festival of the first fruits, also called Pentecost. While believers in God from every nation of the known world were coming to Jerusalem, God poured out the Holy Spirit on the disciples, and they proclaimed the Good News in all the languages of the people present. On Sunday, May 24th, we will be celebrating and dramatizing these events. Come to church and celebrate the coming of the Holy Spirit! | All Saint Mark Sunday School classes are invited to participate together in an intergenerational experience. On Sunday, June 7 we will gather in the Commons Room at 10am to share an interactive class for all ages. Reach out to Julie with any questions. | Join the Berries for their popular Fish Fry event on Saturday, June 13th at 5pm in the Commons Room. As always, we will feast on delicious fish caught and prepared by Paul Herren & Eddie Rembert and fries prepared by David Powell. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. We will provide water and iced tea. We will also play Trivia! Please RSVP to Diana Palmer by Saturday, June 6th. | |
CLICK HERE for the Family Ministry newsletter
to see all that's happening with children and youth!
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Whether you have helped with WACKE Camp in the past or not, you are invited to jump in and join the fun! Attend the volunteer meeting to learn how you can help make this the BEST week of the summer. There are places for station leaders, helpers, preparation and support.
Contact Julie Spoelstra with any questions.
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HELP NEEDED: Give Spark a try on Wednesday, May 20 to see if you'd like to join the volunteer team! We need 1 or 2 more people to help us regularly for next school year.
Contact Lisa Simmons or Julie Spoelstra.
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- May Birthdays
- Pickle Ball Mondays
- Church Directory on Your Mobile Device
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Have you lost or misplaced your church nametag? Here is how to order a new one…
Located in the Atrium and Narthex are small manila envelopes with an order form label on the front. Fill out your name(s) and select the type of nametag backing you prefer -- pin, *magnet, or clip. (*Note specifications for a magnet-style badge.) Place the appropriate payment in the envelope and give it to a greeter at the service you attend. The greeter will deliver to the church office for ordering.
The office will place the order(s) with Ralph’s Trophy Shop, pick them up when ready, and contact you when it has arrived and where to retrieve it. Please contact the
church office if you have any further questions.
| In recognition of Earth Day, the ReCharge! Committee has complied a list of recommended reading for Adults, Youth, and Children. Scan the QR code above to access the list. |
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Saint Mark UMC
616 Quincy Road
Seneca, SC 29678
Call us:
9 am - 5 pm (M-Th)
(864) 882-2603
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send an email
Pastoral Care
Emergencies or after regular office hours call
(864) 882-2603
extension 104
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May 17, 2026
7th Sunday of Easter
9:00 am
Celebrate! Contemporary Worship Service
@ Gym
10:15 am
Sunday School
(all ages)
11:15 am
Traditional Worship Service
@ Sanctuary
Worship services are
Live Streamed
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CHILDREN & YOUTH
SUNDAY SCHOOL
Children meet in Room A101 off the atrium. Youth meet in the Youth Center.
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Have Information to Share with Your Church Family?
Click here to email Director of Media & Communications, Kristine Montgomery, or call her at (864) 882-2603 to have your info included in the next edition of the Heart Beat. The deadline is
3 pm Wednesday before the Heart Beat goes out Thursday
at 4 pm.
Please note: Office hours are Sunday-Thursday. Emails sent after 5 pm Thursday may not be seen until the following Sunday morning.
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MAY 2026 ISSUE
Link to The Advocate for free! Click the icon above.
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Click on the icon above to access the most recent edition of the Saint Mark Disciples Directory. The directory is password protected due to personal information. You should have received an email containing the password. If not, CLICK HERE to request the password. Printed directories can be obtained
by contacting the church office.
If you would like to submit a photograph or update your contact information, please email Kristine Montgomery.
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The 2026 Saint Mark Ministry Guidebook contains information about church structure, leadership and ministries. Click on the icon above to access the complete document. The Guidebook is password protected due to personal information. CLICK HERE
to request the password.
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