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The ReMarks
October 07, 2026
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Good morning friend, we hope you're stocking up on glitter because you're going to need it this weekend.
Here's what is going on, and coming up, around Saint Mark.
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We' have raised $129,738 as of October 6th. That puts us less than 15% away from our $150,000 goal!
The Legacy Campaign is set to end on October 25th. At this rate, we may be able to reach our goal before the deadline, and go well beyond it!
Funds from The Legacy Campaign will be used to Replace our Sanctuary Sound System, Secure our Church Campus with dependable key-card access, and Restore our historic Fifth Street Red Doors.
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Make a difference
on & before
Pride Sunday
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Pride Sunday is this week, and there's no shortage of tasks to be accomplished between now and then. The Saint Mark staff, and worship team, need helping moving tables, chairs, and platforms in preparation for the big day.
You would make a huge difference in the Sunday morning experience by showing up to Wade Hall at 5:30 PM this Thursday to help us get everything ready.
We could also use some extra hands on Sunday morning at 7:30 AM!
| | Help Keep Saint Mark Seen and Heard! | | Saint Mark’s A/V team urgently needs volunteers! Our dedicated volunteers need more helping hands with sound, cameras, and captions for our weekly 11 a.m. services. You don’t have to serve in the balcony every week—just one Sunday a month would make a tremendous difference. Some roles require no experience, just a little tech savvy and a willingness to learn. Training is provided! Help make worship accessible in the sanctuary and online. Interested? See Matt McClure, Paul Spencer, Johnny Sims, or the church office. | | |
Would you student's school be interested in watching a daytime performance of The Diary of Anne Frank?
The Drama Ministry is inviting all the schools in Atlanta to witness their production, so if you think your student's school would like to participate, contact Howie Ashley.
| | Pride Parade Float Assembly | | Volunteers are welcome to go to Neighborhood Church on October 10th from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM to help build the North Georgia Conference float! | |
Builders Needed
The Diary of Anne Frank
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There's plenty to do before the curtain opens on the drama ministry's production of The Diary of Anne Frank, like building the set!
Set construction happens on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 - 7:00 PM, and Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Anyone is welcome to join.
Contact Buddy Wofford to sign up, or just show up to the third floor on any of the days mentioned above. Thanks!
| | Through the Glass: 150 Years of Faith at Saint Mark | | |
As part of our 150th Anniversary Celebration, journey with us through the stories behind Saint Mark’s stained glass windows.
This week’s featured window:
The Three Women at the Tomb
| | Wednesday Night Fellowship | |
Mike Smith and Pastor Charlotte are leading a training on how to read scripture in a confident and meaningful way this evening. The training will begin at 6:30 and include individual practice from the pulpit.
The kitchen is serving spaghetti and meatballs along with fresh vegetables and dessert at 5:30. Vespers and Handbells start at 6:30, choir rehearsal at 7:30.
The cost of dinner is $11 for adults, $10 for seniors, and young-adults (ages 18-35) can receive a complimentary meal as provided by the Young Adult Ministry budget.
Email office@stmarkumc.org to RSVP.
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Young Adults Movie Night
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
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Pizza will be provided!
October 08
Youth Room (3rd Floor of the Education Building)
7:00 - 9:00 PM
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This is a welcoming fellowship of individuals who gather every Thursday to share their experience, strength, and hope with one another. Group members support each other in overcoming a common struggle and encourage recovery from addiction to crystal meth in a safe, understanding, and supportive environment.
**Adapted with permission of the Grapevine of Alcoholics Anonymous.
October 08
The Gathering Room (second floor of the Education Building)
7:00 PM
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The time has finally come. Pride Sunday is this week! There will be brief prayer service at 8:30 AM in the sanctuary and a full worship service on the terrace a 10:00 AM (weather permitting).
Guest preacher, Bishop Robin Dease will be giving the sermon at the 10:00 AM service. Bishop Dease was elected by the 2022 Southeastern Jurisdictional Conference of The United Methodist Church and consecrated November 4, 2022.
We will provide chairs for the 10:00 AM service, but anyone planning to stay for the parade must bring their own chair if they plan to sit.
Paid parking in the deck will begin at 2:00 PM on Sunday. If you're not a Saint Mark church member, and you plan to keep your vehicle in the parking deck after worship, you will need to pay for parking anytime after 2:00 PM.
If you're walking in the parade, the North Georgia United Methodists Pride Parade 2026 Facebook page is where you can find the most up to date information. If you would like to sign up to walk in the parade, click the button below.
There are lots of ways to get involved this year. Do one, do some, or do them all. Whatever you do, Sunday is guaranteed to be a blast!
October 11
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All you need to do is show up, bring your curiosity, and allow yourself to be surrounded by people offering compassion and understanding. This group meets every week, and supports both individual and collective grief. No expectations to have the right words or to share more than you are ready to.
Scott Boozer, the Director of the Management Concepts School of Federal Leadership Excellence, is facilitating the group.
If you are wondering whether this group might be helpful to you, please join. Meetings happen on Tuesday evenings. Enter the building through the glass doors on Peachtree Street.
October 13
The Parlor
6:30 - 8:00 PM
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Atlanta Habitat for Humanity
Pride Build
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Atlanta Habitat for Humanity is honored to invite YOU to join us as a catalyst for neighborhood revitalization by building 2 new homes during our annual PRIDE Build! By building quality, affordable houses in safe, vibrant neighborhoods, together we are creating opportunities for working homebuyer families to thrive and achieve many other dreams.
Time Commitment: Commit to working for the full build day. All volunteers are needed from beginning to end, including set up and clean up
(8-hours).
No previous construction experience is required.
Age Requirements: The minimum age for volunteers is 16. No one under age 16 will be allowed on site.
Build Site Check In: We will have digital/mobile check in on all build sites. Please ensure you have your VolunteerHub login information readily available to check in successfully for your build day.
The link to register: https://vhub.at/stmarkumc
Jay Smith and Frank Wrenn are the Saint Mark contact people for the build. Contact them with any questions
October 17
7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
2072 Chicago Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, USA
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This is a space for young-adults to discuss faith, life, and current events without judgement or pressure.
Contact Pastor Charlotte for the address
October 18
6:30 PM
Off-campus
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Need a night to yourself? We’ve got the kids covered!
Join us at Saint Mark United Methodist Church on Saturday, October 24, from 6:00–9:00 PM for a fun-filled evening for children while parents enjoy a few hours to relax, grab dinner, run errands, or enjoy a night out.
Kids will enjoy games, movies, dinner, and dessert with plenty of fun and fellowship throughout the evening!
📅 Saturday, October 24
⏰ 6:00–9:00 PM
📍 Saint Mark United Methodist Church
Drop the kids off, take a little time for yourself, and enjoy a well-deserved Parents Night Out! We can’t wait to spend the evening with your kids!
Click the button below to register.
| | Saint Mark Prayer Ministry | | |
Press the button to get to the Saint Mark Prayer page.
Those on the list could use your love and prayers.
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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: 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Friday-Sunday: Closed
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