Due to expected severe weather and potential flash flooding, the blessing of the animals service is being rescheduled to November 8th at 6:00 PM.

The door locks are being replaced on the week of October 5th. More information about when to pick up new keys will be provided soon!

The Diary of Anne Frank is cast; now it needs to be built! The Drama Ministry is accepting production assistants to help build the performance set.

Set construction will happen on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 - 7:00 PM, and Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.

Contact Buddy Wofford to sign up!

T-shirts will be distributed on Sunday, October 4, after each worship service. If you are unable to pick up your shirt on October 4, it will be available for pickup in the church office during the following week.

The midterm elections are fast approaching, and Election Day is November 3rd.

Important Dates:

 - October 5: Last day to register to vote

 - October 13–30: Early in-person / advance voting

 - October 23: Last day to request a mail-in ballot

Voters can check their registration status and find their polling location by visiting the My Voter Page at mvp.sos.ga.gov

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 Lord is my Shepherd

The Pride Flag Ceremony is a brief service that celebrates the raising of the Pride flag from our bell tower and the diversity of God's beloved. It's a reminder that God's grace and love is bestowed upon all people, and a blessing upon all who are represented by these flags. The service begins at 6:30 PM on the terrace.

The kitchen is serving BBQ pork and chicken, along with fresh vegetables at 5:30 PM. The cost for supper 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.

Vespers and Handbells will not meet today.

Choir rehearsal begins at 7:30 PM.

Email office@stmarkumc.org to RSVP for dinner.

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 01

The Gathering Room (second floor of the Education Building)

7:00 PM

James Drew and Noel Guilford are getting married this Saturday! You're invited to witness their holy matrimony, and to stay for the desert reception afterwards. Join us for this jubilee of love.

October 03

5:00 PM

Saint Mark United Methodist Church

Join Mike Smith and Pastor Charlotte for a training on how to read scripture in a confident and meaningful way. This training includes individual practice from the pulpit. All you need to do is show up.

October 07

Meet in the Wade Hall conference room

6:30-7:30 PM

Pizza will be provided!

October 08

Youth Room (3rd Floor of the Education Building)

7:00 - 9:00 PM

It's no secret that Pride Sunday is a big deal at Saint Mark. Well this year is guaranteed to be louder & prouder than ever. Not only are we inviting everyone to remain on the terrace after the 10:00 AM worship service, but we're also having Bishop Robin Dease preach 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. Her first assignment as bishop was to the North Georgia Episcopal Area of The United Methodist Church and she began service in North Georgia on January 1, 2023.

The awesome sauce doesn't stop there. If you don't simply want to watch the parade, you can sign up to be in the parade. And if that's still not enough for you, show up to Neighborhood Church on October 10th from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM to help build the North Georgia Conference float!

There's lots of ways to get involved this Pride Sunday. You can find the most up to date information by going to the North Georgia United Methodists Pride Parade 2026 Facebook page.

Get excited!!

October 11

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 will be the Saint Mark contact person for the build. Contact him with questions.

October 17

7:30 AM - 3:30 PM

2072 Chicago Ave NW, Atlanta, GA, USA

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

Church Office Hours

Monday-Thursday: 9:00AM to 5:00PM

Friday-Sunday: Closed