This Weekend
Pastor’s Sunday School
Begins at 8:30 a.m. in the New Room. Everyone is invited. Child care is available. Below are the lectionary readings for this week:
- Acts17:22-31
- Psalm 66:18-20
- 1 Peter 3:13-22
- John 14:15-21
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Next Week
Living The Questions
“Living the Questions” is a video-based discussion series that moves beyond a dogmatic, either-or faith and encourages a more-authentic and more-dynamic approach to spiritual life. It continues on Mondays from 1 to 2:15 p.m. on May 22. Come for a refreshing and eye-opening experience, and bring your questions, curiosity and doubts! The study meets in the New Room, near the church office. All are invited--come to one, or come to all.
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Upcoming Dates
Calling All 2017 Graduates
Each year, St. Mark’s UMC likes to recognize this year’s college or high school graduates with a small gift. We are planning the event on Sunday, June 11th, during the 9:30 service. If you are a 2017 graduate or know someone who will be graduating who would like to be honored, please stop by the church office to submit their name and the school’s name to the list. Email (smumcsdoffice@gmail.com) or call (858) 273-1480 for more information. For college graduates, we would like to include not only the name of their college or university but also the degree you received. Deadline for submitting the information is Tuesday, May 30.
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News
Parking lot closed
On Saturday, May 27 the church parking lot will be closed to all traffic due to maintenance repairs.
Wednesday Night Bible Study
Are you interesting in engaging in friendly and lively study of the Bible? You are always invited to drop in on Wednesday Night Bible Study, which meets weekly from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. in the New Room near the church office.
Chair Yoga
Stretching our muscles while deep breathing is something everyone knows is important but sometimes we don’t know how to get started. Chair Yoga is a great place to begin. No headstands or pretzel bending, just moving body and breath. You are invited to chair yoga at 8 a.m. in the Social Hall.
Let Us Know!
Picture-taking and video recording are frequently done during church events. Some of those pictures may be published in our church publications, slideshows, on our website, or on our social media pages. If you do not wish to have your picture published, please let an usher know, or contact the church office 858-273-1480 or via email.
Bringing Water To Our Neighbors
"If any person helps one of these little ones because they are my followers, then that person will truly get his reward. That person will get his reward even if he only gave my follower a cup of cold water." —Matthew 10:42
“Little things, small things, insignificant things are used by Jesus to make huge differences. A cup of cold water is such a wonderful thing when you are thirsty, away from home, and need some time to think and reflect. A gift of a cup of cold water is so powerful if it is offered in Jesus' name, is shared to honor him, and is given to bless others out of thanks for his grace. In such circumstances, a cup of cold water is much more than a drink; it becomes a holy gift given to the Lord himself.” Resource http://www.heartlight.org/wjd/matthew/0513-wjd.html
St. Mark’s is working with Christian Community Service Agency to bring hydration to those who wait in line for their commodities on the fourth Thursday of each month. St. Mark’s provides the water bottles and wagon to transport the water; water bearers will distribute them from 8:30 – 10 AM. Please sign-up in the church office.
One Room Sunday School Sign-ups
Summer is nearing and that mean that St. Mark’s will be asking for volunteers to teach One Room Sunday school beginning on June 4th. There are twelve opportunities to share your knowledge with our youngest church members. Stop by our table in the courtyard after church any Sunday in May to sign up and, pick up the lesson plan. It’s easy to use the lesson plan format with singing (music and words provided), stories to read, and crafts and activities to use. The Education team can assist in answering any questions or give insight into their own experiences. This is a great chance to see what your child is learning in Sunday school and perhaps become a regular teacher in the Fall.
Altar Flowers
Altar flowers are a wonderful way to honor a loved one or celebrate a special occasion. There are several dates for the remainder of the year that no one has ordered flowers for the altar. Please be sure to stop by the church office to place an order
Thank You St. Mark’s
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Next Week At A Glance
Monday, May 22, 2017
1:00 PM Living the Questions Study/NR
6:00 PM Carillon Bells/SH
Tuesday, May 23, 2017
5:30 PM Ed Committee/Lib
6:00 PM PPRC Mtg/NR
7:00 PM Trustees/Lib
Wednesday, May 24, 2017
3:30 PM UMW Exec. Mtg/Lib
5:00 PM Peace Ringers/SH
5:30 PM Bible Study/NR
6:00 PM Glory Ringers/SH
6:30 PM Youth Group/Rm 10
Thursday, May 25, 2017
8:00 AM Chair Yoga/SH
9:30 AM Ties of Love/SH
1:00 PM Interfaith Disaster Council/NR
4:15 PM Cherub & Hallelujah Choirs/CR
5:20 PM Chimes/SH
7:00 PM Chancel Choir
Boy Scouts/SH
Friday, May 26, 2017
9:00 AM Family Friday/SH
Saturday, May 27, 2017
Parking Lot Closed All Day
Sunday, May 28, 2017
8:30 AM Pastor’s Sunday School/NR
9:30 AM Church Service /Sanc
10:45 AM Blood Pressure Screening/NR
12:00 PM Tongan Fellowship/Sanc
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