Upcoming Services & Events
January 12th - 8:30 am and 10:30 am
January 19th - 8:30 am and 10:30 am
January 26 - 8:30 am and 10:30 am
February 2 - 9:30 am followed by a church Budget meeting
February 9 - 8:30 am and 10:30 am Realm training after each service
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February 2nd
One Service at 9:30 followed by a Church Budget meeting!
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Pledge Envelopes
Pledge Envelopes for 2025 are available for pick up in the back of the church on Sundays and in Founders Hall during the week. Names are on the assigned envelopes. Please direct any questions to Marcia in the office.
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February 9th
Realm (connect) Training!
We will be having a "realm" training on Sunday February 9th after the 8:30 service. and after the 10:30 service. Please bring the device you will be using realm on so we can help you log in and show you how to change and update your information: including our online directory, pledge payments and many other things that make this tool so wonderful.
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La Escuelita Dinner February 8th | |
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$40 Dinner Ticket: Dinner for 1 (6pm-9pm), includes 1 Drink or Raffle Ticket
$300 Table (8 Tickets): Dinner for 8 (6pm-9pm); Includes 8 Drink or Raffle Tickets (Upgrade single tickets to VIP for an additional $55 per ticket)
$100 VIP Single Ticket: Access to VIP Happy Hour (5pm-6pm) including unlimited special appetizers, beer, and wine, amazing Violin music, an early look at Raffles, and Single Dinner Ticket.
If you cannot join us, please consider donating a Dinner Ticket for a La Escuelita teacher/family member to use!
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The date for the Service and Celebration of Life Reception for Liz Gail, Is Friday, January 31st at 1:00 pm.
Please join us to Remember Liz who gave so much to St. Mark's and will be deeply missed.
Liz Wanted everyone to wear Bright Colors!
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2025 Pledge totals
Number of Pledges -55
Amount - $190504.00
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Online Giving is now available through Realm.
Please use the below link for all of your giving needs.
You can select where your donation will go via drop-down.
(You can set up recurring payments via this link)
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January 31st 6-9 pm
Pizza and Games! Come join us for a night of fellowship, pizza, and games. We will be hosting a pizza and game night in the Rafters on Friday, Jan. 31 from 6-9. Pizza, salad, and sodas are being provided, and there will be babysitting as well. Bring some games, or just bring yourself, and let's have some fun! Please let John Calabrese know if you are planning on coming (and if you have any dietary restrictions), so we can ensure there is enough pizza for everyone. You can tell him in person, by email at johna.calabrese@gmail.com or via text to 202-327-3034
Childcare will also be available: Nursery and Older Kids in Founders Hall
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Mandatory Safe Church Training by the NC Diocese for the following:
- Church Staff
- Choir/Music Director, paid individuals etc.
- Children/Youth Sunday School Teachers
- Vestry
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Convention Delegates
- Acolyte Leader
- Eucharistic Visitors
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Small Group Leaders
- Preschool
- Board of Directors
2/15/25 10am-12pm Zoom Safe Church Training, Registration Link
2/23/25 1-3pm Zoom Safe Church Training, Registration Link
4/30/25 10am-12pm Zoom Safe Church Training, Registration Link
5/14/25 6-8pm Safe Church Training, Online, Registration Link
5/15/25 6-8pm Safe Church Training, Online, Registration Link
Please see Brandy if you would like a link to do the training on your own.
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You are invited to attend NC Episcopal Cursillo #111 –May 15-18, 2025. It will be held at Camp Walter Johnson, Lexington, N.C. Cursillo is a Diocesan program and is an opportunity for Episcopalians seeking to grow their faith to meet and learn together. At Cursillo you will experience the gift of God’s love through shared prayer, worship, study and fellowship. For more information contact Fred Watts, fredwat3@aol.com and visit http://www.nccursillo.org/ for an application to attend. | | |
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Thank you all for your poinsettia donations! All poinsettias are available for pick up to take home and enjoy! Come to Founder's Hall Friday 9-1 or Sunday before, during, or just after services! | |
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Lions Lamb is a ministry that sends sift cuddly 'critters' to children who survive school shootings.
We would love to have a few knitters to make critters for us. Linda Holst has a pattern, or use your favorite one!
Please contact Jan Daubener if you are interested! Jandaubener@gmail.com
704 467 7752
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Outreach Ranson
Ranson has also Requested the following:
Snacks for Teachers. Ideas include Granola Bars, fruit, chips, chocolate, etc.
Gift cards for Teachers: Walmart, gas cards, Door Dash, Uber (any denomination)
Gift cards for Students: Wendy’s, McDonald’s, etc. (suggested amount $5)
(drop off gift cards in front office)
Uniform shirts for the students.(Adult sizes (s,m,l,xl) ONLY) Please note the colors needed below or White. Please order From JC Penny and Amazon.
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Call for Teachers
St. Mark's needs teachers for Sunday school please see Brandy Saltzman if you are able to help!
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Upcoming Youth Programs and Events
Please contact Brandy Saltzman for more information brandysaltzman@stmarksnc.org 704-968-1035
The youth are selling Autobell gift cards for $25.00 each
Jan 31st - Parents Night Out is happening from 6 to 9 pm in Founders Hall, at the same time as the adult game night in the Rafters. Potty trained to 18 are welcome. There will be games, food, and movies. If you are able to donate some money towards food costs that would be great, but if not no worries! Send your kids in pjs and ready to have fun! Please contact Brandy Saltzman to reserve your spot!
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Morning Prayer Via Zoom
Monday Wednesday and Friday 8:30-9:00 am
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Forward Movement is a ministry of the Episcopal Church inspiring disciples and empowering evangelists. Multiple resources offering daily devotions, prayers,Bible studies, and much more to better equip and support people in their walk with Jesus Christ. | |
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W.I.N.E.
(Women in Need of Entertainment)
January WINE -
Monday, January 20, 6:30 pm at the home of Amy Sparks
12823 Winding Ridge Rd
Huntersville, NC 28078-7109
Please bring something to share (wine and/or food item)
This event is open to all the women of our church.
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Any Inquiries?
Email awancona@gmail.com
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Choir Rehearsal
Choir will rehearse on Mondays from 6:30pm-8:00pm in the Church. All voices are welcome, anyone interested in music at St. Mark's is invited to attend!
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Come Join Us
Coffee Hour every Sunday after the 8:30 and 10:30 services. Have a cup of coffee and a sweet treat and enjoy some fellowship.
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Ministries of St Mark's
Youth and Children – Brandy Saltzman
Worship – Tracy Tinsley
Outreach- Lynnda Jordan
Daughters of the King – Marcia Kephart
Welcome – Julie Hornsby
Coffee Hour – Lisa Edwards
Flyin’ Lion – Debbie Heggen
Music- Alex Ancona
Buildings and Grounds- Scott Hundertmark
Altar Guild- Doreen Mondlak/Fiona Brown
Ushers- Patrick Wiley
Flowers- Emelie Colmery
Stewardship- Libby James
Hospitality – Kelly Pope
Pastoral Care – Jan Daubener/ Valerie Doolittle
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Need some St. Mark's Swag?
Order shirts through our Zazzle Link.
Pick a Polo Shirt, T-shirt, Hoodie, Onesie Male and Female styles available
Order HERE
Please see Candy Sullivan with any questions.
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Bulletin for
January 12th
First Sunday after the Epiphany
8:30 am and 10:30 am Services
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