Spotlight on Parishioner Jim Sentman
The beauty of Saint Mark’s is its profound values and respect of traditions while simultaneously its openness, indeed its search, for new means of serving God. The parishioners, blessed with amazing talent and dedication, constantly seek new missions and relevance, so that Saint Mark’s at this exciting moment is in a forward movement. Jim Sentman, a former teacher, is our Coordinator of the growing corps of volunteering Lectors.
Daughters of the King/Children’s Diagnostic Treatment Center (CDTC) Angel Tree Gifts (12/5)
Joyfully, all 50 angels were taken by our parishioners. Please remember to bring your wrapped present with the angel attached to the gift to church this Sunday, December 5. At the 10:30 service on December 12, a representative from the CDTC will join us to thank everyone on behalf of the children. Please note that our Saint Mark’s School’s 50 angel gifts will also be on the altar. A total of 100 gifts will be delivered to the children.
Children’s Advent Sunday School (12/5, 12/12, and 12/19)
Sunday School will take place during the 10:30 am service, for ages 3-11. The Sunday School will focus on the Christmas story and preparation for the Christmas Pageant during the Christmas Eve Family Service at 5:00 pm.
Advent Beach Morning Prayer (12/6, 12/13, and 12/20)
Join us for our annual beach prayer on Mondays during Advent at 8:30 a.m. We will meet at the pavilion, on the beach east of A1A and next to the Commercial Boulevard Pier, in Lauderdale by the Sea. Fr. Harvey will be leading the prayer services. All are welcome. Following the beach prayer, some attendees gather together for breakfast at a nearby restaurant.
Saint Mark’s Book Club (12/9)
Our Advent discussion book is Supper of the Lamb: A Culinary Reflection by Robert Farrar Capon. “From a passionate and talented chef who also happens to be an Episcopalian priest comes this surprising and thought-provoking treatise on everything from prayer to poetry to puff pastry . . .” (Amazon). We will meet in the Parish Hall for a Christmas lunch at 11:30, followed by the book discussion at noon.
Our School’s 2nd Annual Christmas Tree Lighting (12/10)
December 10th is just around the corner!! Tree lighting at Saint Mark’s School!! We still need some donated wood cut ornaments from the Dollar Store for the children to paint AND more volunteers!!. Please volunteer to help us out even if you can come only part of the time. The event will start at 5:00 pm until 8:00 at the school. It is always convivial and fun. Text, call or email Robin Dreyfuss 954-610-2000 or robindreyfuss@gmail.com or Sarah Ransdell at 954-401-5181; ransdell@nova.edu.
Christmas Poinsettias (Deadline 12/16)
Honor or memorialize your loved ones by making a generous gift to our Christmas Poinsettia Fund. The poinsettias will adorn our church altar, during Christmas Season, as they stand in celebration of those who have touched our lives. If you would like the names of your loved ones printed in the Christmas Eve bulletins or you have any questions, please contact Kelly Harris; kharris@saintmarks.com by Thursday, December 16th.
Saint Mark’s Christmas Pot Luck Dinner (12/17)
We will have our Christmas Dinner on Friday, December 17th at 5:00 pm in the Parish Hall. All are welcome to join us in this festive gathering. Please RSVP to Lynne Coughlin at lynnescoughlin@gmail.com.
Also please let Lynne know which favorite dish you will be bringing to share. MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Christmas Eve Services (12/24)
There will be a Children’s Service with the Christmas Pageant at 5:00 pm, followed by 7:00 and 10:00 p.m. services. There will NOT be a service on Christmas morning.
Saint Mark’s Church and School – 2022 Pictorial Wall Calendar
Please email Robin Dreyfuss at robindreyfuss@gmail.com your favorite church photos of events/people. This is a great visual opportunity that unites Saint Mark’s Episcopal Church and School community. The calendar will be a beautiful gift to all parishioners.
Youth Group Fundraiser
Tracy Beeson is selling cloth masks in various sizes to raise money for the Church Youth Group. The cost is $30 for one mask and $50 for two. Any questions contact Tracy at tracy@tracysgarden.com.
Pastoral Care at Saint Mark’s
Our priest-in-residence, Fr. Errol Harvey is currently available to provide pastoral care for our parish. You may contact Fr. Harvey at 917-653-8839, or by email at eahnyc@yahoo.com.
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