The Messenger of St. Mark's | After Pentecost | Sept. 26, 2024 | |
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For your thought:
Are any among you suffering? They should pray. Are any cheerful? They should sing songs of praise. Are any among you sick? They should call for the elders of the church and have them pray over them, anointing them with oil in the name of the Lord. The prayer of faith will save the sick, and the Lord will raise them up; and anyone who has committed sins will be forgiven. Therefore confess your sins to one another, and pray for one another, so that you may be healed. --James 5:13-15
Study this Sunday's Readings.
Lectionary Note: From 6/2 until Advent (12/1), we will be reading from Track 1 for our Old Testament readings - Psalms, Epistle and Gospel readings will be from Track 2.
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Worship on Sunday is both in person and virtually, every week at 9:30 a.m. We live stream Sunday liturgies on our Facebook & YouTube channels.
Also, we offer a Midweek Eucharist every Thursday at 11 a.m. that is both in person and on our live-streaming platforms.
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This Sunday's Coffee Hour is Pancakes & Photos:
Please bring a side of fruit to share. St. Mark's will provide the pancakes. We'll also be updating directory photos, so please be ready to pose for a photo!
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Useful links:
Important Upcoming Dates:
- Sat., Sept 28, 9 am - Noon - Safe Church Support (Library)
- Sun., Sept. 29, 11 am, Pancake Breakfast (In Person/Parish Hall)
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Wed., Oct. 2, 6:20 pm, Evening Prayer (In person, Nave)
- Thurs., Oct. 3, 12:15 pm Embracing the Names of God Class (Chapel)
- Sat., Oct. 5, 9 a.m., Parenting Group (In person, library)
- Sun., Oct. 6, 11:15 am, Not Just for Newcomers Class begins (Chapel)
- Sun., Oct. 6 5:00, pm, Pet Blessings (Fish Garden)
- Wed., Oct. 9, 6:20 p.m., Evening Prayer (In person, Nave)
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Fall Stewardship is a time of reflection about how each of us will support, spiritually and financially, the community of St. Mark's, in the coming year. Our theme this year is "A Sanctuary of Growth and Belonging." Celebration Sunday (also known as Pledge and Pancakes Sunday) is October 27th when we bring our completed pledge cards to worship. Please participate in this time of discernment by reflecting on how St. Mark's provides you sanctuary and how you might help provide sanctuary to others here at St. Mark's. | |
SAINT MARK'S MISSION, MINISTRY & OUTREACH | |
Baptism for Infants and Children at St. Marks | |
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Is your family interested in exploring the possibility of Holy Baptism for your child?
Please join other St. Mark’s families Saturday, October 5th at 9am for a short Godly Play Lesson on Holy Baptism for the whole family, followed by discussion for parents and a supervised playdate for kids on the playground.
Saturday, November 2nd at 9am for a discussion with other parents on Taking the Plunge: Baptism and Parenting by Anne E. Kitch while kids play on the playground.
If your child is already baptized we strongly encourage you to attend to support other families on their journey, and to explore how the promises of Baptism are continuing to unfold over time in the life of your family.
Baptisms are normally celebrated on the 4 Baptismal Feast Days of the Church, with baptisms at the Great Vigil of Easter being the primary, most ancient and traditional occasion for baptism.
Upcoming dates for Baptisms at St. Mark’s include:
Sunday, November 3, 2024: The Feast of All Saints
Sunday, January 12, 2025: The Feast of the Baptism of our Lord
**Saturday, April 19, 2025: The Great Vigil of Easter**
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Not Just for Newcomers Class | |
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Welcome to Sunday: A Deep Dive into our Worship and Life Together
Sundays 11:15-12:15 Stoney Chapel Begins October 6th
Facilitator Fr. Christopher McLaren
Whether you are new to St. Mark’s or the Episcopal Church or a long-time Episcopalian, you will enjoy this discussion-oriented class. We will be exploring our Episcopal Beliefs and Practices from a variety of perspectives, building community, and connecting more deeply to our liturgical practices and traditions. Each class will stand on its own and some out of class reading will be encouraged but not required. All are welcome to attend whenever they are available.
Please let Fr. Christopher know that you plan to attend, via email.
Books you might want to explore during this class:
The Way of Love: Episcopal Beliefs and Practices by Scott Gunn and Melody Wilson Shobe
Welcome to Sunday: An Introduction to Worship in the Episcopal Church by Christopher Webber
Welcome to the Episcopal Church by Christopher Webber
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Exploring Prayer through Sufi Practices | |
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Embracing the Names of God
w/Mary Catherine Casey
Thursdays at 12:15pm in St. Mark's Library
10/3, 10/10, 12/5, 12/12
St. Mark's member Mary Catherine Casey writes:
"Growing up as a Roman Catholic I loved not only Jesus, but also the saints whose lives seemed to highlight different aspects of God’s gracious love and forgiveness. It provided me a way to see in action how my little light might reflect the Christ Light.
In my late forties I was introduced to Sufism through the teachings and practices of Hazrat Inayat Khan. My spiritual journey deepen as I learned new ways of engaging our embracing God through prayer, meditation and spiritual practices.
I invite you to join me as we explore the names of God as “a way” to the Heart of God. This class will meet 4 times. October 3rd and 10th and December 5th and 12th. We will meet on Thursday’s from 12:15-1:15."
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New Monthly Parenting Group | |
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Parenting brings unique challenges at every stage. If you are doing the work of “parenting” a child of any age, or if you are simply eager to listen with curiosity and compassion to support others who are doing this important work, please join us for our new monthly Parenting Group, Saturday mornings at 9am at St. Mark's.
There will be a supervised playdate available for younger kids on the St. Mark's playground (weather permitting) or in the downstairs youth choir room (if the weather is crummy.) while parents meet for discussion in the library.
Upcoming Parenting Group Dates: 10/5, 11/2, 12/7, 1/11, 2/1, 3/8, 4/5, 5/3
Our first two gatherings will focus on Baptism, and provide an opportunity for parents who may be curious about exploring the possibility of baptism for their child to come and learn more (details below).
Even if your own kids are already baptized, this is an important opportunity for you to draw alongside other parents and provide encouragement , support, and community as they discern the right next steps in their own family's spiritual journey.
If you are the parent of teen or young adult kids, your participation is especially valuable--as newer parents often crave the support of "mentor parents" who have walked this road ahead of them.
Please join us. And please help spread the word to any other parents/families you think might be interested.
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Please join St. Mark's clergy in a service of the Blessing of the Pets on Sunday, October 6 at 5:00 pm. After this lively service, you are invited to enjoy popsicles and fellowship.
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Music that Makes Community Monthly Song Circles | |
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As the autumn air begins to cool, let's warm our hearts by singing together!
All are welcome to join our monthly Music that Makes Community Song Circles in Albuquerque. Join us as we teach, learn, share, and sing songs together in the oral tradition!
We generally gather and sing together from 6:30-8pm the First Tuesday of each month. Depending on the preferences of the hosting individual/community, we may gather beforehand for a potluck or brown bag supper and community time. Contact Mo. Sylvia for more information.
Tuesday, October 1st at La Mesa Presbyterian Church
7401 Copper Ave NE
Join us at 5:30 for Brown Bag supper or 6:30 just to sing. Meet in the Conference Room (look for the signs).
Hosts: Winona & David Poole
Tuesday, November 5th at Albuquerque Mennonite Church
1300 Girard NE.
Join us at 5:30 for potluck, or 6:30 just to sing.
Host: Leslie Kryder
Tuesday, December 3rd at Shepherd of the Valley Presbyterian
1801 Montano NW.
Across from the Unser Museum. The west parking lot is better to park in, by the main entrance to the sanctuary, which is on the west side of the building.
Host: Jennifer Freeman
Thursday-Saturday, January 2-4
New Years Singing Retreat at the Norbertine Abbey
(Details and Registration Coming Soon)
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Many thanks to everyone who has already completed their updated Safe Church Training and emailed their transcripts to the church office. Feedback from members who have completed the updated trainings has been very positive. (John Murray actually, unironically described it as the highlight of his week!)
Please make every effort to complete your training modules and email your transcript to the church office by October 1, You can find detailed instructions about how to access the online training modules and send your transcript to the church office by visiting: https://www.stmarksabq.org/safe-church. You can also download instructions for completing the minimum requirements for All Members by clicking here. If you serve as a volunteer at St. Mark's in any capacity, you may be required to complete additional "Specialty Training" modules---but the basic procedure for accessing the modules is the same.
If you need additional guidance, pastoral, or technical support, Mother Sylvia will be available in the library at St. Mark's on Saturday, September 28th from 9am-11am.
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Coming Soon: Saturday Spiritual Care Conversations | |
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In the Library at St. Mark’s (or other location, TBD)
Note: Kids are always welcome–if you expect to have kids with you, text Mother Sylvia so we can plan to meet on the playground or other kid-friendly space.
Contact Mother Sylvia: email or text (510) 932-1315
All are welcome to drop in for a space of honest, supportive conversation.
Come share the questions and the wisdom, the struggles and the gifts that you find yourself navigating as you engage in the holy, hard, ongoing work of….
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Give by mail (St. Mark's has a secure mailbox and is checked regularly). Send to: 431 Richmond Place NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106. | | |
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Give electronically by PayPal®.
Please consider checking the box that reads, "I’d like to add to my donation to help offset the cost of processing."
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Give electronically through the Diocese of the Rio Grande Parish Donation site and check the box next to "Albuquerque-St. Mark's".
Just fill out the rest of the information and click the Next button at the bottom of the page. Please make sure fill out "special instructions or comment" to let us know how to apply your gift (e.g., pledge, congregational relief fund, etc.).
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DRG News & Recent Bishop Hunn Video Updates | |
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Diocesan Convention news can be found here: Convention 2024 — The Episcopal Diocese of the Rio Grande
Below you will find Bishop Michael Hunn's most recent videos:
The Investiture of Presiding Bishop-elect Sean Rowe
Nov. 2, beginning at 9:30 a.m. ET, with a prelude featuring a “roll call” of dioceses. The service itself starts at 11 a.m. ET.
In this historic and joyful season, we invite you to pray for guidance for our church and our new presiding bishop, Sean Rowe as he leads us in envisioning the reign of God in our midst. May our celebration unite us as a sacramental community, and may we be filled with new energy to bear witness to God’s work of redemption. The service will be livestreamed on the Episcopal Church's Investiture page and on The Episcopal Church’s Facebook page. A recording will be posted and distributed after the service.
Embracing the Future in Four Steps
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LGBTQ+ Ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of the Rio Grande | |
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Social Gathering & Service of Compline
Sunday, October 27 from 4:00 to 6:00
Location: The home of Tim Backes in Corrales
42 Sego Lane (northeast corner of Corrales Road and Sego Lane)
4½ miles north of Alameda on Corrales Road
The entrée will be provided. If your last name begins with an A-L, you are invited to bring an appetizer to share. If your last name begins with an M-Z, you are invited to bring a dessert to share.
If you have any questions or would like to RSVP, please contact Rev. Mike Angell or Rev. David Martin.
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Diocese of the Rio Grande 2024 Women's Ministry
New Date
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Join the Churchwide Virtual Celebration
The Investiture of Presiding Bishop-Elect Sean Rowe
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All are welcome to join us for worship during our Thursday 11 a.m. midweek Holy Eucharists and our Sunday Holy Eucharists at 9:30 a.m. You may join us in person or on Facebook & YouTube.
Come as you are!
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