Good News – In October, Pastor Chris will begin a new session of “Good News,” a class designed to introduce participants to what we believe, teach, and confess in the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. All are invited to attend, especially those considering membership at St. Mark. We meet in the Matthew Room, near the back/north entrance. Class begins at 9:15 a.m. and lasts until 10:00 a.m.
Beyond the Pulpit: Week 2 — Family & Home Our Beyond the Pulpit series continues as we celebrate Pastor Appreciation Month! This week, get to know Pastor Mark and Pastor Chris a little better through the people who mean the most to them—their wives, children, family traditions, and life at home. How did they meet their wives? What do they enjoy doing together? And what family traditions have become special over the years? Find out more in this week’s Friday Update FYI email!
Men’s Breakfast is this Saturday, October 10th at 8:30am, at the Coffee Post on 306 in Chesterland. It’s a great way to connect with others here at St. Mark. See George Fretz with questions.
Family Night is this Thursday October 8th. Join us for a special event designed to help families nurture faith in everyday moments. We’ll eat dinner together followed by a time of discussion and support. This month we will talk about family devotions: what does it look like, how do others do it, etc. Please RSVP to Pastor Chris so he can plan dinner accordingly.
SPECIAL FAMILY EVENT – Pastor Mark and the Fellowship Committee proudly present AN EVENING WITH BIGFOOT. All are invited to attend this Saturday, Oct. 10 at 4:00 in Fellowship Hall. Be prepared for an informative presentation on the unexplained phenomena which inhabit our world! You won’t want to miss this one-time informative discussion followed by a light supper. Please sign up on the bulletin board so we know how many to prepare for.
St Mark Book Club – For our October meeting, we will be meeting at 1 p.m. on October 21st (PLEASE NOTE THIS IS THE THIRD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH) in the small dining room off of St. Mark’s Fellowship Hall. We will be discussing Leland Vittert’s autobiography, “Born Lucky.” The author discusses his life with autism. For our November meeting, we will discuss books that have FOOD in their titles. Read ANY book that has food in the title. Examples include a cookbook, a cozy mystery, or nonfiction book about a common ingredient. We will be meeting at 1 p.m. on November 11th in the Gilson Room at the Geauga West Public Library. 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!
Our annual Gift of the Magi Christmas Boutique will be here before you know it. The boutique is scheduled for Friday November 13th 7-9 pm (preview party) and Saturday November 14th 9-4. This is a major Outreach Ministry to the community and needs the support and the participation of the entire congregation, young and older, men and women. There are many ways to participate: making or baking items to sell, helping with set-up and take-down, pricing used Christmas items, or working during the sale. You can contact Briana McCrudden with any questions at 440-667-7633 or email bri_alicia1589@yahoo.com
Wish list: Oyster shells – If you order raw oysters in the next two weeks, will you bring the shells home. I will happily clean them – Marilyn Meyerholt.
JEWELRY Thank you to all who donated jewelry for the rummage sale. Now it’s almost time for the Boutique. Please check your Christmas jewelry – earrings, pins, necklaces, bracelets, and watches. We also need “bling” jewelry for Christmas parties and New Year’s parties. Please put it in the container marked ‘Ellen’ in the room off the kitchen. Questions call Ellen Gilbert
We need your help! The Gift of the Magi Christmas Boutique is just a few weeks away. This is a special congregational event that combines an awesome holiday show with the opportunity to invite the community to connect with our congregation. Please publicize the Boutique by giving your family, friends, co-workers, whomever a “mini” flyer available on the Narthex entry table. Take as many as you can use. We appreciate your help. Or use this QR code to your contacts as it will link them to St Mark ‘s website with all the information.
Operation Christmas Child – School Supplies Week! This week our OCC “give-and-take” table will feature school supplies. Samaritan’s Purse encourages packers to include items like multiple pens and pencils, erasers/sharpeners and notebook paper in shoeboxes because in many countries, children must have their own supplies in order to be able to attend school. In some OCC testimonies, siblings have reported having to share supplies before receiving their OCC box. The oldest age group of children can also use more advanced items like graph paper, solar calculators and protractors, if you find them at a good price and choose to add them. Coloring books and crayons or colored pencils are a great choice for all ages. Questions? Please contact debbie.turk@yahoo.com.