On the Way to Bethlehem has begun. Follow the 2025 Advent Season Calendar to keep track of all the going ons at Saint Mark.

Saint Mark is once again participating in the South Atlanta Christmas Store Toy Drive, formerly Pride for Parents. 

South Atlanta Christmas Store is a nonprofit organization that collects toys that enables parents to buy their children's gifts at significantly reduced prices. This work provides parents dignity in choosing and purchasing presents for their children. And of course, their children get something they want - it's a win-win for everyone.

We will be receiving toy donations from November 20th through December 8th. 

As you purchase toys, please drop them off in our donation bins marked for the Toy Drive or put them under the Christmas trees in the Sanctuary and Chapel. If you prefer to shop online, please use this wish list through Amazon or Target. You can have them shipped directly to the South Atlanta Christmas Store.

Anyone in need of food can come to Room 204, on the 2nd Floor of the Education Building, to pick up food for themselves or someone they know who is facing food insecurity.

No one need go hungry this Christmas.

• We'll be serving hamburgers and hot dogs for dinner at 5:3opm

• Vespers at 6:30PM

• Handbell Rehearsal at 6:30PM

• This Wednesday Night Study will further explore the series, Rome: a place of longing. The study begins at 6:30pm.

• Chancel Choir Rehearsal at 7:30PM

For dinner reservations, please email the Church Office or complete the Attendance Form 

The cost of dinner is $10 for those aged 60+ and $11 for those aged 36-59. Young Adults, ages 18-35, receive a complimentary meal paid for by the Young Adult Ministry budget.

December 03

5:30pm

Wade Hall

The Festival Singers of Atlanta invite you to the first concert of the 2025-2026 season with a program titled The Very Best Time of Year. The concert theme is taken from John Rutter’s song of the same title plus other music to brighten the winter holidays of Chanukkah, and Christmas. The program will feature A Consort of Christmas Carols by P. D. Q. Bach. This piece will be balanced with more traditional carols from across the centuries.

The program is scheduled for Saturday, December 6, at 4 p.m. in the Sanctuary. You don't want to miss this evening of festive performance!

Tickets

Reasons to participate:  

• In an average year, 2,005 people die by guns in Georgia. 221 are children and teens. Guns are the leading cause of death among children and teens.
• Black children and teens are 4 times more likely than their white peers to die by guns.
• Gun violence costs Georgia $23.9 billion each year, of which $597.8 million is paid by taxpayers – that’s $2,249 per resident each year.
• If you are unable to properly store a gun and fear that a child will get hold of the gun, this is an opportunity to safely surrender an unwanted gun.

Celebrate the season in style! The Sentimental Journey Orchestra invites you to an unforgettable evening of holiday cheer and big band classics. Enjoy the timeless sounds of swing with featured vocalists, Amy Holloway and Jerry Aull, as they bring festive favorites to life.

Admission is free!

December 08

7:30pm-9:00pm

The Sanctuary

Mark your calendars for a joyful new Christmas experience at Saint Mark! On Friday, December 19 at 6:00 PM, the Terrace will come alive with festive lights, seasonal treats, music, and holiday cheer as we host a Christmas Village Festival for our congregation and the Midtown community.

This will be a warm, welcoming, community-focused evening—inviting friends, neighbors, and families to celebrate the season with us as we go beyond the walls of the church.

More details coming soon!

December 19

6:00pm

Terrace

Church Office Hours

Monday-Thursday: 9AM-5PM

Friday-Sunday: Closed