First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for everyone, | | |
This past Sunday, we encountered the third ‘mark’ of Methodism: A Methodist gives thanks (in every situation). Giving thanks, or expressing gratitude, can be difficult at times as the negatives of life are far easier to hold onto than the blessings and the positives we experience. Gratitude can also be difficult because cultivating a soul of gratitude takes time to root and grow in our lives. Yet, gratitude is grounded in the greatness and goodness of God. As we sit in those qualities of God, we begin to realize that we are living our lives firmly wrapped in the love and grace of God. This realization then leads into a genuine response of gratitude.
This week we invite you to practice gratitude in a deeper way: Be fully present to the greatness and goodness of God that is being poured into your life (regardless of how big or small it may seem).
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Spring Choir Concert
performance footage
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The choirs of Saint James, and Saint Mark, United Methodist Church performed Antonio Vivaldi's Gloria on Sunday. It was a performance of two talented groups, and when paired with an orchestra accompaniment, it created a powerful experience for everyone who was there to witness.
If you were unable to attend in person, simply click the button below to view the performance footage. It's a great video to play during your evening commute or during a quite moment of reflection.
Enjoy!
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Midday Music in May
performance video
| | Our very own, Nicholas Joslin, performed at Peachtree Road UMC as part of their Midday Music in May series. It was a fantastic afternoon of music and bonding. If you missed it, don't fret! Click the button below to view the performance. | | The meeting time for the next Social Justice meeting has been changed to 11:30 AM. The meeting is still happening on May 24th in the Foundations classroom (room 111). | | Pentecost Sunday & Memorial Day | |
There will only be one worship service at
10:00 AM on May 24 (Pentecost Sunday), and the church office will be closed on May 25 (Memorial Day).
| | Recognizing our Graduates | |
We want to recognize and celebrate the accomplishment of all our graduates (graduate school, college, high school, middle school) at the 11AM service on June 7th by inviting them to help us serve Communion!
If you (or your graduate) will be in worship, please let us know!
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June 07
the Sanctuary
11:00 AM
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Habitat for Humanity
Pride Build dates
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Mark your calendar! Atlanta Habitat's Pride Build will coincide with Atlanta Pride this year - so we should have some cooler building weather! They will be building a "twoplex" - one physical structure that will house two different families - on these Saturdays: 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/31, and 11/7.
More information on how you can get involved is coming soon.
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You are warmly invited to the Service of Healing & Reconciliation. This service offers space to bring before God the places where we carry hurt, grief, division, or weariness, both as individuals and as a community.
Through scripture, music, guided prayer, and moments of quiet, we will seek God’s healing grace and reconciling love.
Whether you are seeking healing, offering forgiveness, or simply holding space for others, this service is an invitation to rest in God’s mercy and to move forward together in hope. Come as you are.
May 21
Frances Winship Walters Chapel
12:00 PM
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"Crystal Meth Anonymous is a fellowship of people who share their experience, strength and hope with each other so they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from addiction to crystal meth."
**Adapted with permission of the Grapevine of Alcoholics Anonymous.
This fellowship meets every Thursday.
May 21
The Gathering Room (second floor of the Education Building)
7:00 PM
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Blood Drive
in partnership with Life South Community Blood Center
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All donors will receive a t-shirt, free cholesterol screening, and a $25 eGift card. A $40 eGift card will be given to all double red cell donors, along with a t-shirt and free cholesterol screening.
Donors must be 16 or older, weigh at least 110 pounds, and show photo I.D. 16-year-olds require written parental permission.
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May 24
Parking lot between Saint Mark and The Hadley
9:30am-1:00pm
| | 5th Saturday Breakfast Club! | | |
Breakfast Club is a volunteer-led initiative that feeds the un-housed community in Atlanta. On every 5th Saturday of the month, the Saint Mark young-adults takes the reins of the initiative, and that’s exactly what will happen on May 30th. Contact Connor Maguire to RSVP.
May 30
Wade Hall
10:30 AM
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Just because Wednesday Night Fellowship is on pause doesn't mean we can't fellowship on Wednesdays! You're invited to Gather in Grace, the group that will be meeting off-campus on Wednesday evenings this summer. If you can't tell from the photo above, it's a fun time! Contact Jason Lowery for more information.
June 03
Athens Pizza (1341 Clairmont Rd, Decatur, GA 30033)
6:00 PM
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Pool Party
all young-adults are welcome
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It's that time of year again, time for the annual young-adults pool party! The Barrera-Dislers are hosting again this year (we love y'all!), and it's certain to be as fun as ever. The function begins at 1:00 PM, and the hosts has made it clear that if you show up sweaty - you're getting sprayed with the water hose before jumping in the pool!
Bring snack, a towel, and don't forget your sunscreen.
Contact Reverend Charlotte for more info. We'll see you there!
June 06
Barrera-Disler house
1:00 PM
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The next Make Your Mark Day is June 6th. This occurrence will be unique in that we will be focusing on three areas of the church: the gymnasium, the staff parking garage, and the front lawn. These areas need some tender love and care, but we can't do it all on our own. Be part of this day of service, by committing to an hour, or the day. Every little bit helps.
Mike Beecham is the lead for the gymnasium, Sheri Graham is the lead on the garage, and Jeff Bradly is the lead on the front lawn. Contact theses individuals to let them know you're coming.
We definitely hope to see you there!
June 06
Saint Mark
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
| | Saint Mark Prayer Ministry | |
Joe Black
Joe is beginning his transition from palliative care to hospice care. Please hold Joe, Derald, and Joe’s care team in your prayer.
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Click on the link and head over to the Saint Mark Prayer Ministry page. Please surround these people and their family and friends with your prayers and love.
https://www.stmarkumc.org/prayer-ministry
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Please submit the request to Office@stmarkumc.org one week before you would like it published in the ReMarks.
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Monday-Thursday: 9AM-5PM
Friday-Sunday: Closed
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