St. Mark’s Lutheran Church 3976 Hendricks Avenue • Jacksonville, Florida 32207 Office: 904-396-9608 • Email: [email protected] • Web: www.stmarksjax.org S S e e p p t t e e m m b b e e r r 2 2 0 0 1 1 5 5 From the Pastor Be doers of the word Martin Luther didn’t like the book of James. Of course, Luther didn’t like lots of things. But to say he didn’t like James is an understatement. He called James an “epistle of straw” and wanted it taken from the books of the New Testament. Luther criticized James first because Jesus is only men- tioned twice in the book and second because the cross and resurrection are not even mentioned—three things Luther thought central to the Christian gospel. So for the past almost 500 years, Lutherans have not always appre- ciated the message of James. I think Luther and we have missed the point, however. James, like the other so-called “pastoral epistles” (1 & 2 Peter; 1, 2, & 3 John; and Jude), shows the Church learning how to be the Church—how to live day-to-day as disciples of Jesus Christ. James, right at the beginning of his epistle says, “But be doers of the word and not hearers only” (1:22). He emphasizes throughout that faith in Jesus is not a solitary matter, nor is it a philo- sophical, or even a spiritual matter. Faith is an active verb. “Faith active in love,” is how Paul would say it. It is faith lived within community, lived for the sake of each other and not our own solace or benefit. This fall, we are going to take a fresh look at James and the other pastoral epistles, not just for an insight into the early church, but for lively instructions for how we at St. Mark’s are also to live as “doers of the word.” We can all come with our own ideas and experience with how we think St. Mark’s should be. But I’ve learned too well over the years that if a congregation does that, there will be turmoil and they will lose track of who they are and why they are a church. It’s not that individuals are wrong, it’s that we often find the center in ourselves and not in the word. The pastoral epistles will help us find that center. You can start anywhere in James and find counsel for us all—counsel about care for the poor, the widow, and the orphan; counsel about holding our tongues; counsel about patience with each other; and counsel about generosity. Although these things appear to be about doing things, for James, all of them are about faith, there is no distinc- tion. In one of my favorite Bible verses, he wrote, “But someone will say, ‘You have faith and I have works.’ Show me your faith apart from your works, and I by my works will show you my faith.” (2:19) It is in the living of faith and our works done in love that the early church learned to be Christian. We hope and pray the same for us. — Pastor Thomas S. Hanson Music Notes A Concert of Early Spanish Music at St. Mark’s At the beginning of Spain’s 16 th century, Charles, the grandson of Ferdinand and Isabel, was the King of Spain and became the Holy Roman Emperor. Religious suspi- cion against converted Jews and Muslims, exploration and colonization in the New World, and difficulties with France were all part of Spain’s political and social iden- tity. In the midst of all of this, instrumental and vocal music flourished. A reflection of Spain’s recent past when there were five separate kingdoms, the music is a mixture of moods and languages, sacred and secular, tempo and color. Some of this music, including villancicos (secular and sacred Christmas carols), church music, and instru- mental solos will be heard in a concert at St. Mark’s Evangelical Lutheran Church on Sunday, October 4 th , at 7:00 p.m.
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From the Pastor Be doers of the word
Martin Luther didn’t like the book of James. Of course, Luther didn’t like lots of things. But to say he didn’t like James is an understatement. He called James an “epistle of straw” and wanted it taken from the books of the New Testament. Luther criticized James first because Jesus is only men-tioned twice in the book and second because the cross and resurrection are not even mentioned—three things Luther thought central to the Christian gospel. So for the past almost 500 years, Lutherans have not always appre-ciated the message of James. I think Luther and we have missed the point, however.
James, like the other so-called “pastoral epistles” (1 & 2 Peter; 1, 2, & 3 John; and Jude), shows the Church learning how to be the Church—how to live day-to-day as disciples of Jesus Christ. James, right at the beginning of his epistle says, “But be doers of the word and not hearers only” (1:22). He emphasizes throughout that faith in Jesus is not a solitary matter, nor is it a philo-sophical, or even a spiritual matter. Faith is an active verb. “Faith active in love,” is how Paul would say it. It is faith lived within community, lived for the sake of each other and not our own solace or benefit.
This fall, we are going to take a fresh look at James and the other pastoral epistles, not just for an insight into the early church, but for lively instructions for how we at St. Mark’s are also to live as “doers of the word.” We can all come with our own ideas and experience with how we think St. Mark’s should be. But I’ve learned too well over the years that if a congregation does that, there will be turmoil and they will lose track of who they are and why they are a church. It’s not that individuals are wrong, it’s that we often find the center in ourselves and not in the word. The pastoral epistles will help us find that center.
You can start anywhere in James and find counsel for us all—counsel about care for the poor, the widow, and the orphan; counsel about holding our tongues;
counsel about patience with each other; and counsel about generosity. Although these things appear to be about doing things, for James, all of them are about faith, there is no distinc-tion. In one of my favorite Bible verses, he wrote, “But someone will say, ‘You have faith and I have works.’ Show me your faith apart from your works, and I by my works will show you my faith.” (2:19) It is in the living of faith and our works done in love that the early church learned to be Christian. We hope and pray the same for us.
— Pastor Thomas S. Hanson
Music Notes A Concert of Early Spanish Music at St. Mark’s
At the beginning of Spain’s 16th century, Charles, the grandson of Ferdinand and Isabel, was the King of Spain and became the Holy Roman Emperor. Religious suspi-cion against converted Jews and Muslims, exploration and colonization in the New World, and difficulties with France were all part of Spain’s political and social iden-tity. In the midst of all of this, instrumental and vocal music flourished. A reflection of Spain’s recent past when there were five separate kingdoms, the music is a mixture of moods and languages, sacred and secular, tempo and color.
Some of this music, including villancicos (secular and sacred Christmas carols), church music, and instru-mental solos will be heard in a concert at St. Mark’s Evangelical Lutheran Church on Sunday, October 4th, at 7:00 p.m.
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Patricia DeWitt is the artistic director of RareSong, a group of musicians she has gathered to perform this ear-ly music. Other performers include: Lynne Radcliffe, Tony Cruz, Lucinda Mosher, Barrie Mosher, Marcy Brenner, and Peter DeWitt.
Instrumental pieces include recorder ensembles, vio-la da gamba, the sackbut, harpsichord, and music for the pipe organ. Composers represented include Juan del En-cina and Francisco Guerrero.
The concert is free and all are invited. Rehearsals Resume For Our Musical Ensembles
The St. Mark’s Ringers will hold its first rehearsal on Wednesday, September 9th, from 5:30 -6:30. This is so we can play for “God’s Work – Our Hands” Sunday on September 13th.
On Wednesday, September 16th, the regular Wednesday rehearsal schedule will resume: St. Mark’s Ringers 5:30 – 6:15 Vespers 6:15 – 6:45 Alleluia Ringers 6:45 – 7:25 Festival Choir 7:30 – 9:00
In addition to the groups listed above, the Matins Choir sings at the 8:30 service. We meet at 8:00 in the music suite to rehearse the liturgy and hymns. We also learn an easy piece for the musical offering. High School and adult singers of all levels are invited to come.
We have several open positions in the Alleluia Ring-ers this year. This is our group for beginners. If you’ve ever played a musical instrument (even a very long time ago), you will be able to play in this group! Contact To-ny Cruz if you are interested. Your Hymn Requests are Welcome
Do you have a favorite hymn that we haven’t sung in a while? Your requests are welcome!
Hymns in Lutheran worship are chosen to comple-ment the lectionary readings and themes for the day. If I know of a particular hymn you want to sing, I can keep an eye out for the next suitable spot to sing it. Please send your requests to [email protected], or hand them to me on a written piece of paper with your name. (Please, only one or two requests at a time.) I will even try to let you know when your hymn will be sung.
—Tony Cruz
St. Mark’s Ark Connections made with Love and Pudding
Mary Lay’s banana pudding is legendary. As a child, I remember going across the street to Mrs. Lay’s house. Her children were older than me so they seemed magical. I am sure I had her banana pudding as a child, but it is as an adult that it touched my life and gave me happy memories.
After joining St. Mark’s Bill Daugherty came to my mom’s house to take a picture of my young family. At that time he mentioned knowing our across the street neighbor Mary. He probably mentioned her banana pudding as well. Later, as parish hostess I noticed a book of favorite recipes of the congregation. In that book was the recipe for Mary Lay’s banana pudding. Bill later told me he had to ask several times to get it and every time it was made it was a hit.
When Bill died I made sure there was Mary Lay’s banana pudding for people to enjoy as we talked about how wonderful he was.
What you don’t know is that Mary and my mom were close until Mary’s death. That they shared love in many ways including banana pudding. That sharing that recipe was a connection that Bill and I had and again was one of many ways we showed our love.
When my mother was ill, many of you showed her love. You visited her and sent her cards and flowers. She enjoyed me reading the cards to her (some more than once). Mary and Clara made sure the word got out that mom was hospitalized and gave me much moral support. After her death, Jane made Mary Lay’s banana pudding.
Thank you to those who showed love for our family. We ask that gifts in memory of Mozella Roux be given to St. Paul Lutheran Church, 2730 Edgewood Ave. W., 32209. God’s peace, — Patrice Roux-‐Neal
Worship Schedule Regular Sunday worship times September 20
Our summer single worship time of 10:00 am on Sunday mornings continues through September 13, which is “God’s Work Our Hands Sunday.”
Casual Saturday services continue on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays at 5:30 pm. Our regular Sunday worship times of 8:30 am and 11:00 am resume on September 20.
—Pastor Tom
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Men In Mission Work and Fellowship
The August Men in Mission workday was held on August 1, 2015. Nine of us gathered at 7:30am for pray-er and breakfast.
Robert Brown and Fred Schaible laid the new tiles to repair the floor in the church kitchen (grouting was done the following week by Ken Sohacki); Bill and Punkie VanAs continued painting in the office; Ken Sohacki blew leaves off the roofs and cleaned gutters clogged by recent storms; Aaron and Robert Brown checked and re-paired lighting; Dave Swan replaced a broken paper towel dispenser in an Ark classroom; Bob Smith repaired a leaking sink in another Ark Classroom; and Aaron Brown and Bernie tried unsuccessfully to repair the gar-age door opener in the Parsonage.
Our next scheduled workday will be Saturday, Au-gust 29, 2015 due to the Labor Day Weekend. A notice will go out via the phone tree with the work planned and as always all are welcome. Thanks again to those that at-tend these work days. It is critical that this regular maintenance be done. Property
Several small items have been repaired over this month, but a couple of larger ones have come up. The parsonage garage door opener has failed and needs re-placement. The replacement was not a large expense; it will just take some time for a couple of us to install it. Also, there are a few dead limbs up in the large oak tree in the Ark playground. This is a safety problem that will need to be taken care of by a tree service.
Our next Property meeting will be in September with a review of the proposed spending for 2016. Thanks to all for your continued support of our facility. God's work, Our hands. —Bernie, Ken and Property Committee
The Drip Line Blood drive “Be a hero—donate blood”
Thank you to all who were able to par-ticipate in last month’s blood drive. A total of 12 units of blood were collect-ed. Thank you all for being quiet he-roes! The next collection date will be on October 18, 2015, from 8:00 a.m. until 12 Noon. See you on the bus!
—Jan Berglund
WELCA Circle News Deborah Circle
Deborah Circle’s mission is to provide a social set-ting where St. Mark’s women study God’s word and provide an outreach to our community.
Since January, we have made 31 visits to shut-ins and we have taken altar flowers in January and May to members of our congregation. Pew duties are performed each month. We assembled and delivered 50 Valentine’s Day, 30 Easter, and 30 Fourth of July favors to Child Life Shands Hospital, Jacksonville.
If you are not a member of a WELCA Circle and are interested, we would encourage you to attend any of the 3 monthly circle meetings. All women are welcome! —Mary Lou Weidenmier
Women’s Ministries
September Circle meetings
Deborah Circle - Tuesday, Sept. 8, 9:30 am/Hart Hall Priscilla Circle - Thursday, Sept. 10, 7:00 pm/Library Rebecca Circle - Saturday, Sept. 12, 10:00 am/Hart Hall All women are invited to participate in circle meetings and special events. Contact Rachel Mumford or Joyce Wertz for more information.
Wanted: Travel-‐size toiletry items These will be used for the Hygiene Kits for UCOM (United Community Outreach Ministries) to be assem-bled during “God’s Work. Our Hands.” Sunday on Sep-tember 13, 2015. Please donate any of the following items: shampoo, conditioner, toothbrushes, toothpaste, combs, razors, soap, shaving cream, and deodorant. (Remember, we are seeking travel-sized items, only, and are especially in need of the underlined items.) Please place these things in the marked box in Hart Hall by September 1st. For questions, please contact Lynn Doiron at 703-0847 (call or text) or [email protected]. – Lynn Doiron
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Council Update Council Actions/Notes from 08/24/15
The following were some of the actions which occurred at the 8/24/15 Council meeting: • The Council elected Tracy Williams as Council Pres-
ident and Lynn Doiron as Council Vice-President through 12/31/15.
• A Council workshop/mission renewal discussion with Pastor Jim Graeser will occur on October 24, 2015.
• Pursuant to the Bishop’s recommendations the con-gregation is strongly encouraged to attend a reconcil-iation workshop to be held on 11/7/2015. Details to follow.
• An informational update will be held between ser-vices on 9/20/15.
• Initial discussion was held on how best to fund need-ed capital replacement/improvements for church property. Most A/C units and other building systems are outdated or past life expectancy. No motions were received in this matter. Exploratory conversa-tion only of refinancing the mortgage or obtaining an equity loan occurred. The Council is aware that con-gregational approval is needed in the future should such a course of action be recommended by Council. You are welcome to join in the informal discussion with a member of Council on this topic.
• The Standing Audit Committee is being reformed. Volunteers are being sought. If you are interested in this committee please contact Pat Ainsley for details.
• The 2016 Spending Authorization process is under-way. Ministry Chairpersons/Lead members please have data to Larry Tallman by 9/1/15. If you have questions ask us.
• The 2015 Annual Meeting will be held on Saturday, December 12, 2015 at 9:00 A.M.
Please contact a member of the Council should you have a question – Jan Berglund
Council Secretary
The Stewing Pot Are You Part of Our Good Soil?
• Throughout the Gospel readings Jesus shares Para-bles with his disciples. Many are stories of faith, of God’s love and encouragement to believers. In the Gospel of Mark the Parable of the Sower is found. We know that Jesus talks about the Word of God and compares it to seeds which grow in varied types of soil.
• A question to ask may be: What type of soil serves as the basis of your faith? Take a moment in your day and read through chapter 4 of the Gospel of Mark. Good soil is available at Saint Mark’s.
• Help your church to maintain the qualities of good soil. During September take the time to complete and return the financial commitment card reflecting the thankfulness in your life of all the blessings which God provides to you daily.
Be safe in your activities as the summer winds down. —Uncle Stew
Fellowship Supper Club Supper Club season is here! The sign-up sheet is posted on a bulletin board at Church. The season will begin with a kickoff dinner in Fel-lowship Hall on Friday, Sept. 25 with the entire group. This will be followed by 2 gatherings in smaller groups, one in the fall and one in the spring. The smaller groups are held in the home of the host/hostess. The finale is a group event so we can all come together again in May. Singles or couples are welcome to participate. When you sign up just indicate if you will be willing to host and what season you would prefer to host, as well as the number of guests you would be comfortable hosting in your home. We have had groups of 6, 8, 12, etc. so it's what is convenient & fun for the Host/Hostess. If you do not have room to host a dinner in your home you can still participate in all dinners, just let Jenny know.
The time and details of the Fall Kickoff on the 25th will be announced in the Roars. We hope you will join us! If you have any questions, please call or see Steve or Jenny Hicks, or Mary Mittelstadt. —Jenny Hicks
God’s Work. Our Hands. Register to help with a project “God’s Work. Our Hands. Sunday” - September 13, 2015. 10:00am Worship Service with a pot-luck dinner afterwards. After dinner, we will have a variety of projects avail-able, including several that are inside the church, due to hot weather or possible rain. If you have a bright yellow “God’s Work. Our Hands. Sunday” shirt from last year, please wear it. If not, we will have a free shirt for you! Use the registration form in this issue of the Messen-ger, or pick up a form at church. Thank you so much, Lynn Doiron, Send Team Chair
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Send Team Update Disbursement of Funds
There was $1,242.75 in the St. Mark’s Send account for the purpose of “Memorials and Thank Offerings – Lo-cal, State, and National Tithe”, plus $1,373 left over from the “75th Anniversary Gifts for Outreach”, for a total of $2,615.75 available funds for distribution.
Your Send Team has made the decision to give approx-imately one-fourth of the total amount ($650) to each of the following organizations: Local - JASMYN (Jacksonville Area Sexual Minority Youth Network), State – “Mission Possible” (Florida/Bahamas Synod Capital Campaign for Luther Springs and Lutherock), International – ELCA Ma-laria Campaign, and Lutheran World Relief. Due to a matching gifts offer from LWR, our gift of $650 to that or-ganization was matched by their donors and now totals $1,300!
As a reminder, last year we gave to the following or-ganizations: LSS Immigration Services ($2,000), St. Mark’s Ark Scholarship Fund ($1,000), UCOM: United Community Outreach Ministries ($1,000), Lutheran Braille Workers ($500), The Blood Alliance ($1,200), St. John’s Lutheran Church for school supplies ($500), Family Prom-ise for Cardboard City ($500), and St. Mark’s Bach Ves-pers ($500).
Your gifts continue to make a difference in many lives! Thank you! —Lynn Doiron
Pot Luck Dinner “God’s Work. Our Hands.” Sunday -‐ September 13
Our 10:00 am Worship Service will be followed by a Pot-Luck dinner. We will then go out into our community to do God’s work with Our Hands. Please bring the following item for our Pot-Luck dinner:
If your last name begins with Please bring A-H entrée I-R side dish or salad S-Z dessert Please note that this is a true “Pot-Luck” dinner. There will be no additional meat/entrée provided.
Concert JDRF Benefit -‐ September 20
The San Marco Chamber Music Society will present its annual concert benefitting the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation on Sunday, September 20 at 7:00 PM right here at St. Mark’s. It will feature Eric and Ellen Olson, plus pianist Bonita Wyke and violinist Chris Chappell. No admission will be charged, but free will donations to JDRF will be gratefully taken. Please come and enjoy the concert and support diabetes research! —Ellen Olson
Memorial and Honor Gifts The following gifts, not previously acknowledged, were re-ceived by St. Mark’s in recent weeks: In memory of Karl Stupski –
Clara Echerer Russ & Jeanette Snyder Mary Cusick Larry & Rose Tallman Gwin Reiser Bernie & Clara Giancola
Loree Mueller Charles Goodyear Barbara Glynn Bill & Sue Rust Katherine Bragg Tom & Sue Hanson Jane Daugherty Gene & Becky Hutson George Stupski Condor Capital Management The Bolles School Keith & Rosemary Klemmt David Brewer Dave Miller and Family Joyce Stupski Michael & Nancy Darragh Mary Jo Marjenhoff Ron & MaryLou Eckels Kathy Richardson Patricia McCauley & Bryan Cox Mike & Mary Swart Robert & Sylvia Cronin Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Namey Andrew & Lauren May Jean Henderson Steven & Jhan Shaaber
In memory of Mozella Roux – Tom & Sue Hanson Rusty & Joan Snyder Clara Echerer
Community Events Health and Nutrition Support Group
St. Mark’s Health & Nutrition Support Group will meet on Saturday, September 19, 2015 from 9:00am to 10:00 am in Hart Hall. (The third Saturday of each month.) This group is for anyone who is interested in health and nutrition – diabetics, heart patients, those who want to lose weight or maintain weight loss, those interested in healthy aging, or anyone who just wants to eat and live in a healthy manner. (It is not a weight-loss group.) Family and friends are invit-ed to attend. Each person brings a new perspective. For questions, please call Lynn Doiron at 904-703-0847 or [email protected]. We hope to see you there! —Lynn Doiron
Lion’s Pride Join us this month!
Lion's Pride begins again on September 11, 2015 with brown bag lunch at 12 noon in Hart Hall. Beverage and dessert will be provided. Our speaker will be a fire department representative discussing fire prevention and safety in your home. If you are not contacted for reserva-tions, please call Clara Echerer at 737-4480. Head count is helpful for set-up and supplies. Hope you plan to come. —Clara Echerer
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“God’s Work. Our Hands.”
Sunday ~ September 13, 2015 10:00 a.m. – Worship Service, followed by a Pot-Luck dinner,
then we will go out into our community to do God’s Work, with Our Hands.
REGISTRATION FORM
Please check the project on which you want to work.
If you have a bright yellow “God’s Work. Our Hands.” shirt from last year, please wear it. If you don’t have one, you will receive a free shirt.
___ Yard clean up at UCOM, 3349 St. Augustine Road (We will need to take equipment to mow, trim, weed, and pressure wash.) ___ Painting a fence and window frames at UCOM, 3349 St. Augustine Road (We will need to take our own paint brushes and cleaners.) ___ Pick up trash along Hendricks Avenue and Emerson Street ___Assemble hygiene kits for UCOM at the church ___ Making cards/Writing letters to service men/women at the church ___ Making fleece tied blankets for Lutheran World Relief at the church ___ I cannot attend, but will make a donation to pay for needed materials, such as paint for UCOM, fleece for blankets, or writing materials. ___ Set up on Saturday, September 12th for the Pot-Luck Dinner on Sunday (We will contact you to determine a time for this.) ___ Make iced tea and lemonade before the Pot-Luck dinner ___ Take down and put away tables and chairs after the Pot-Luck dinner ___ Kitchen clean up after the Pot-Luck dinner Name ______________________________________________________ E-mail ______________________________________________________ Phone ______________________________________________________
You may either mail this form to the church, or place it in the designated box in Hart Hall. If you have questions,
please contact Lynn Doiron at 703-0847 (call or text) or [email protected].
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Worship Assistant Schedule for September 2015 Date Assisting Minister Lector Server Altar Guild September ) !:#$ Saturday
Larry Tallman Rose Tallman Ginger Hudson &
Marieanne Prokop
September ! !":""
Steve Hicks Al Voss Bridget Pudimat Susan Jackson & Nicki Hassell
September !" !":"" God’s Work, Our Hands
Bill VanAs Eric Olson Ellen Olson Susan Jackson & Mary Lou Weidenmier
September !! !:#$ Saturday
Volunteer Volunteer Ginger Hudson &
Marieanne Prokop
September !" !:#! !!:##
Pat Ainsley Jane Kilby
Leslie Allen Gary Pudimat
Bill VanAs Al Voss
Bonnye Bell
Mary Lou Weidenmier
September !! !:#$ !!:##
Ron Eckels Gary Pudimat
Neil Daraskevich Carl Moser
Jack Hudson Dennis Doiron
Bonnye Bell
Rachel Mumford
Date Order of St John Fellowship Nursery Ushers Flowers September ) !:#$ Saturday
19 Family Promise Week 9:00am Health & Nu-trition Support Group/HH 5:30pm Casual/ Contemporary Wor-ship/N
20 Family Promise Week 8:30am Worship 9:45am Blood pressure screening/L 9:45am Sunday School 11:00am Worship/Nave 7:00pm San Marco Chamber Music Society JDRF Concert/N
21 6:30pm Finance Team/L
22 5:15pm Meditation/N 6:00pm Yoga/HH 7:30pm Community Band/FH
23 5:30pm StMark’s Ringers/N 6:15pm Vespers/N 6:45pm Alleluia Ringers/N 7:30pm Festival Choir/MS 6:30-8:30pm Holy Family Catholic Church Volleyball/FH 7:00pm Executive Committee/CR
29 5:15pm Meditation/N 6:00pm Yoga/HH 7:30pm Community Band/FH
30 5:30pm StMark’s Ringers/N 6:15pm Vespers/N 6:45pm Alleluia Ringers/N 7:30pm Festival Choir/MS 6:30-8:30pm Holy Family Catholic Church Volleyball/FH
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Financial Summary for July 2015 September Birthdays
Tony Cruz September 1 Mari-‐Anne Kapp September 1 Joyce Wertz September 2 Isla Williams September 2 Brittany Bryant September 5 Susan Jackson September 6 Karen Kristopeit September 6 Bill Ahrens September 7 Nicki Hassell September 7 Lauren Kemp Ragland September 7 Cathy Stupski September 7 Marylou Eckels September 8 Peggy Cornely September 13 Cindy Sohacki September 13 Miora Rambeloarisoa September 14 Kristyn Kendrick September 16 Matt Stupski September 17 Sue Ashby September 19 Tom Hanson September 21 Janis Lumpkin September 22 Mark Weber September 23 Shirley Requet September 24 Bill Rust September 26 Darryl Kendrick September 27
September Anniversaries John & Rachel Mumford September 8 Darryl & Patricia Kendrick September 18
Letter of Request Do you have a photo of Alice Loest?
I am hoping you can help me. I am contacting you on behalf of the Loest Research Library of the Georgia Salz-burger Society. We are currently trying to locate a photo of Alice Rahn Loest that we could hang in the library. I un-derstand she was a lifelong member of St. Marks and that she passed away sometime in 2006. Any assistance you could provide us would be greatly ap-preciated.
If you can provide a photo of Alice Loest, please contact Sheryl Exley at [email protected]. Thank you!
— Sheryl Exley
From the Church Office
Keeping our records accurate If your address, phone number, cell phone number, or email address changes
at any time, please notify the church office so the records can be accurate and your corrections published in the Messenger & directory.
Is your birthday or anniversary missing? Then it is not in the church data-base. Let the Church office know of any omissions so everyone can be remem-bered on their special days. —Rose Tallman
Calendar items and articles Items to be included in the weekly Roars must be in by Wednesday at noon.
Items to be included in the monthly Messenger must be submitted by the 15th of each month. Please keep messages brief. All articles, messages, calendar info, etc. are subject to approval and may be reformatted at the discretion of the edi-tors. Submit notices and articles to the office or email at [email protected]
. — Gina Olson & Rose Tallman
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We are a welcoming congregation where you can express your love for God and for God's people and creation no matter your age, race, economic status, or sexual orientation.
Worship & Office Hours Contact us Worship Services Saturdays (Casual/Contemporary)
1st and 3rd Saturdays 5:30 pm
Sunday Morning 8:30 am & 11:00 am (Summer service – 10:00 am) 9:45 am Sunday school for children and adults Nursery provided at both services.
Office Hours Monday – Friday 9:00 am to 12:00 pm (temporary) Closed on national holidays.
Ministry Staff
Rev. Thomas S. Hanson Senior Pastor Office phone: 904-‐396-‐9608 Mobile phone: 904-‐416-‐5341 (preferred) Email: [email protected]
Tony Cruz Cantor Office phone: 904-‐396-‐9608 x 21 Email: [email protected]
Congregation Officers & Council Tracy Williams President Lynn Doiron VP & Send Pat Ainsley Treasurer Jan Berglund Sec. & Stewardship Eric Olson Celebrate Bernie Jorn Invite Barbara Brown Nourish Bernie Giancola Property Bob Wofford Aaron Brown Property Bill VanAs Larry Tallman Fellowship & Comptroller
St. Mark’s Ark Preschool Patrice Roux-‐Neal Director of St. Mark’s Ark Preschool Office phone: 904-‐346-‐0404 Email: [email protected] Web: www.stmarksark.com
We are a welcoming congregation where you can express your love for God and for God's people and creation no matter your age, race, economic status, or sexual orientation.
