The ReMarks

September 10, 2025

The breeze is cooler, the day a little shorter, and Atlanta’s trees are starting to whisper that change is near.

As the season turns, we lean into the steady grace of community, worship, and the joy of gathering.


Join us this Sunday as we learn about knowing thy self and finding grace.


Ephesians 2:8-9

 

Church News

 

Sanctuary Renewal Progress Update: Building on Legacy with Every Step

  • Renovation continues in the Sanctuary
  • Thank you for remaining faithful and flexible
  • We continue to worship with purpose and care
 

Pride Auction

Celebrate love, inclusion, and community by bidding in this year’s Saint Mark Pride Auction! From handcrafted treasures to unique experiences, every item supports our ongoing commitment to LGBTQ+ ministry and outreach.

Whether you're eyeing something fabulous for yourself or a gift that gives back, your bids help fund the vibrant, affirming work of Saint Mark UMC.


The auction is open now—click here to explore the items and place your bids.

 

Outreach Closet Needs for this Season

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Men’s Underwear: L to 2X

Men’s Jeans and Cargo Pants: 32 to 40

Jackets: L to 2X

Long sleeve T-Shirts: L to 2X

Sweatpants: L to 2X

Hoodies: L to 2X

Tennis shoes: 10-14

Men’s gloves and beanie caps

Blankets


No dress clothes please.

 

Front of House Volunteer Opportunity

Steel Magnolias is looking for volunteers to help with seating guests as they arrive, distributing tickets, handling concessions, and guiding people out at the end of the performance.

If you're interested, contact Buddy Wofford to sign up!

Upcoming Events

 

🌸 STEEL MAGNOLIAS OPENING WEEKEND IS HERE! 🌸

Get ready for three unforgettable shows celebrating the strength, sass, and sisterhood of Chinquapin Parish!


Fri 9/12, 7:30 - Opening Night + Shelby's Wedding Reception 🥂 

Sat 9/13, 7:30 - Dress Like Your Favorite Steel Magnolia, or just wear your best wedding attire 💅

Sun 9/14, 2pm - Hairdresser Appreciation ($5 off with business card) ✂️


Three shows, three ways to celebrate the bonds that make us stronger than steel.

 

Evening Praise & Prayer

A brief service of prayer, scripture, hymns, and sung canticle featuring John Harr.


September 15 at 6:45PM in the Chapel.

 

Wednesday Night Fellowship Returns

Wednesday Night Programming will begin on September 17th!  

Join us for:  

  • Dinner at 5:30PM, 
  • Vespers at 6:30PM, 
  • Handbell Rehearsal at 6:30PM, 
  • Book Study at 6:30PM,
  • Chancel Choir Rehearsal at 7:30PM. 


For dinner reservations, please email the Church Office or complete the Microsoft Forms survey no later than 2PM on Wednesday, September 17th.  


The cost of dinner is $10 for those aged 60+ and $11 for those aged 36-59. Young Adults, those aged 18-35, receive a complimentary meal. 

 

Knowing Who We Are: Wednesday Night Study

Join us as we begin a new study on Knowing Who We Are: The Wesleyan Way of Grace – What We Believe, What We Do, and Why by Laceye C. Warner. This book invites us to explore the core of our Wesleyan faith—connecting belief and practice—and helps us discover how God’s grace shapes who we are and how we live as disciples of Jesus Christ. All are welcome! It starts at 6:30pm.

It will be a deeper dive into our sermon series by the same name that we start this Sunday.

 

Service of Healing & Reconciliation

Join us on September 18th at 12PM in the Chapel for a worship service focused on seeking God's healing and wholeness through prayer, the calling of names, and anointing with oil, symbolizing God's presence and provision in our lives.

 

Church Council Meeting

Church Council will meet on September 21 at 12:30PM in the Foundations Classroom (Room 111). 

 

Sunday Morning Discussion:

Celebration of Discipline

Are you interested in learning more about the spiritual disciplines? You are invited to join us are we step into a deeper place of spiritual growth, together!


Beginning on Sunday, September 28th, Pastor Charlotte will begin a ‘Sunday Morning Discussion’ focused on the spiritual disciplines using Richard Foster’s book Celebration of Discipline: The Path to Spiritual Growth. 


Sunday Morning Discussion will be in the Gathering Room on the second floor of the Education Building during the 10 O’clock hour.


For more information, please reach out to Pastor Charlotte.


Special Thanks


Thank you Robert L. Manning for your gift in memory of Kelly Brown.


Saint Mark Prayer Ministry


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

Want something mentioned in the ReMarks?

Please submit the request to Office@stmarkumc.org one week before you would like it published in the ReMarks.

 
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Church Office Hours


Monday-Thursday: 9AM-5PM

Friday-Sunday: Closed