The ReMarks

February 4, 2026

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Sermon Scriptures

2 Kings 10:15-16

15 When he left there, he met Jehonadab son of Rechab coming to meet him; he greeted him and said to him, “Is your heart as true to mine as mine is to yours?”[a] Jehonadab answered, “It is.” Jehu said,[b] “If it is, give me your hand.” So he gave him his hand. Jehu took him up with him into the chariot. 16 He said, “Come with me and see my zeal for the Lord.” So he[c] had him ride in his chariot.


Ephesians 4:1-7

4 I, therefore, the prisoner in the Lord, beg you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called, 2 with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, 3 making every effort to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace: 4 there is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling, 5 one Lord, one faith, one baptism, 6 one God and Father of all, who is above all and through all and in all.[a]


Ephesians 4:11-13

11 He himself granted that some are apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors and teachers 12 to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ, 13 until all of us come to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to maturity,[a] to the measure of the full stature of Christ.

 

Church News

Saira Draper

Special Guest

Representative Saira Draper from House District 90 will be visiting Saint Mark this Sunday, February 8th! She will be speaking briefly at the 11:00 AM service and will stay for a Q&A session in the Sanctuary afterward.


Rep. Draper is devoted to a number of legislative issues including expanding economic opportunity, reproductive justice, gun safety, racial and social justice, climate and environmental justice, improving public education, and voting rights — her work addresses delivering on the promise of Building a Better Georgia.

 

Visit the Mary Woelper Living Room

The Mary Woelper Living Room

We have lots of Black History Month inspired content for you this month. Here's another one! Take a visit to the Mary Woelper Living Room to find works of literature and history written by, or on, significant black figures. The books in Mary's living room are for all ages so bring your friends, bring your kids, bring your grandparents, or just bring yourself.


The Mary Woelper Living Room is on the first floor of the Education Building, on the side closest to the parking deck.

 

Closed for Presidents Day

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The church office will be closed on February 16th in observation of Presidents Day. What started in 1879 as an honoring of George Washington's birthday, has changed to a means of creating more

three-day weekends in the hopes of improving administrative efficiency.


Because the holiday falls between the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln (Feb. 12) and George Washington (Feb. 22), it has become commonly referred to as Presidents Day.

 

Rest in Peace Francis Ray

Francis Ray, mother of Susan Ray, has passed away. A visitation ceremony is happening on Saturday, February 7th, from 4:00 - 6:00 PM at University Heights United Methodist Church . Her Celebration of Life is the following day 1:30 PM followed by lunch reception, also at University Heights United Methodist Church.

Upcoming Events

Wednesday Night Fellowship & Growth

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Evening schedule:

  • Roast pork tenderloins for dinner at 5:30
  • Vespers, Handbells rehearsal, and spiritual study at 6:30
  • Chancel Choir Rehearsal at 7:30


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.


Email office@stmarkumc.org to RSVP for dinner.



February 04

5:30 PM

Wade Hall

 

MethEnders Anonymous

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Every Thursday at 7:00pm MethEnders meets to share experiences, strengths, and hopes! A subject from either the Big Book or 12 and 12 Steps are discussed. Thoughts on the subject are explored within the meeting or privately outside of the meeting. This is a group for people who are just starting on their path of sobriety, and for those who have been on the path for many years. 



February 05

7:00 PM

The Gathering Room (second floor of the Education Building)

 

Evening Praise & Prayer

The Francis Winship Walters Chapel

Join us for a serene Evening Praise & Prayer Service, where we gather to reflect and rejuvenate through heartfelt prayer, inspiring scripture readings, and the uplifting melodies of traditional hymns and sung canticles. This brief yet meaningful service offers a peaceful retreat from the day's hustle, inviting you to connect with your faith and community in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.



February 09

6:30 PM

Francis Winship Walters Chapel

 

Service of Healing & Reconciliation:

Love and Heartache

This service focuses on encountering God's presence as we seek to find healing and wholeness. Join us as we step into the fullness of God's love and grace, even in the midst of heartbreak and heartache.



February 12

12:00 PM

Francis Winship Walters Chapel

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