GOOD NEWS CLASS Will be taught by Pastor Mark. The first class, which will take place on Sunday, April 12 from 9:15am-10am in the Matthew Room, will cover the topic “What is the Gospel”. The first seven (7) classes will explore what we believe, teach and confess in the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod. The last class will be a Q&A session. The community is invited to attend, especially those considering membership at St. Mark. New Member Sunday will be June 28.
It’s time to sign up for church directory pictures. Universal Church Directory will be taking professional pictures for the St. Mark Church Directory on April 28 and April 29 from 2 pm to 8:30 pm. Sign up using the QR code. CHURCH CODE: oh2954 PASSWORD: Member-smlc Call/text Mark Rychel 440-668-4650 with any questions
Bells are Back: Handbell practice resumes April 7. We have 2 openings, so if you’ve ever thought you might like to give it a try – this is your chance! Contact Leah Spisak for more information.
SHARE YOUR FAITH- Starting Wednesday Apr. 6 at 7pm, for 6 weeks, we will explore how to share your faith using the LCMS “Everyone His Witness” approach to conversationally sharing who Jesus is in your life. Use the QR code to sign up. Call/text Mark Rychel 440-668-4650 with any questions
“The Story” Bible Study will resume starting on Wednesday April 22 at 5pm. We are beginning the New Testament and would love for others to join us. Your book will be provided and supper is included! Please contact Linda Bencic to join. LLBENCIC@gmail.com 440 667-3166.
May 7th is the National Day of Prayer. St. Mark will be hosting a prayer service at 7pm that night. This year’s theme is “Glorify God among the Nations – Seeking Him in All Generations.” Be sure to invite others.
Ladies of St. Mark ! Don’t be late for a very important date!!! Mark your calendars for a celebration of 20 wonderful years of afternoon tea parties. This event will take place Saturday, May 9th from 11:30 to 1:30 in the fellowship hall. Please join us for an extra special time of food, fun, and fellowship. The cost of tickets is $22.00 per adult and children 8 and under are free. Tickets will be sold between services 4/12, 4/19, and 4/26. Limited tickets so don’t be late!!!!! Questions contact Diana Monaghan or Jamie Nicoletti
Vacation Bible School: Registration is open! Our theme for this year is “Jesus is the Best Gift Ever – For Everyone. Everywhere.” and we will explore the Christmas story. Participation is open to all children age 3 (and potty-trained) through entering fifth grade and it will take place July 20-24 from 9:30am-noon. In addition to a Bible Story station, we will have rotating stations for crafts, games, mission and snacks. Register using the QR Code. If you have questions, reach out to Linda Bencic or Debbie Turk.
St. Mark’s Book Club: For our April meeting, we will be discussing Rebecca Skloot’s The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks. We will be meeting at 1 p.m. on April 8th in the small dining room off of St. Mark’s Fellowship Hall to discuss this nonfiction book that “captures the beauty and drama of scientific discovery, as well as its human consequences.” For our May meeting, we will be discussing Charlotte’s Web. Join us as we discuss E.B. White’s classic story of love, loss, and renewal. We will be meeting at 1 p.m. on May 13th in the small dining room off of St. Mark’s Fellowship Hall. Due to changes at the Fairport Harbor Public Library, book club titles will no longer be available to borrow from Sue. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Please contact Sue Matzke with any questions about either month. All are welcome. Bring a friend or two!
From Lee Stone – I want to thank each and everyone of you for all your support-cards, telephone calls, prayers, visits etc the past 6 weeks or so. It has been quite difficult and I wouldn’t have made it without all of you. Thank you, thank you. -Lee