Announcements

Announcements

Wednesday Lenten Service: This week we have our last “Sermon from the Cross” before Holy Week. Jesus declares “It Is Finished” in John 19:30. His willing sacrifice accomplished His Father’s plan for redemption. Be sure to attend at either 11:30am or 7:00 pm to prepare your heart for the celebration of Easter.


Lily Memorial Deadline: is next Sunday March 24. Remember your loved one with You can sign up now by picking up the form at the Welcome table. The deadline to order is March 24ᵗʰ. The cost per lily is $8.00.

Thank You: to everyone that participated in our Easter Basket Mission for Geauga County Job and Family Services. This year we delivered 102 Easter Baskets. Special thanks to Janie and Denny Palmer, Larry and Monica McGurer, Rich and Carol Johnson who helped deliver all the baskets. Many hands make light work.


The Elders: have been in discussion concerning Communion and are considering having Communion every Sunday, not just the 1ˢᵗ and 3rd Sundays. In the Lord’s Supper, we speak of the presence of the living Christ. We summarize Holy Communion as, The living Christ, here and now, in the flesh, does
this. It is His doing, not ours. 1 Cor. 11:24-25:”Do this in remembrance of me.” Contact your Elder if you would like to discuss this.


Zion Lutheran: in Painesville is hosting a Rummage Sale & Bake Sale to benefit Birthright Lake, Inc. Saturday, April 13, 2024 from 9-2. Housewares, toys, baby items, clothing, books, hardware, seasonal decorations, shoes, boots, handbags, linens, coats, jewelry and many unique finds! Bake Sale with homemade goodies! Members of our sister congregations are welcome to join the fun of serving at this great event either on Friday April 12th from 4-8 for set-up or on Saturday, April13th from 9-2 for the Sale! Contact Lisa Reed for more information 440-391-8968


“Life is Like That”: is the theme for the LWML Spring Rally at St. Paul’s in Painesville. Save April 27ᵗʰ and come with your sisters from St. Mark to be encouraged. Fellowship/coffee begins at 9:30. See the LWML bulletin board outside Fellowship Hall for more information.


St. Mark’s Book Club: Our next meeting will be on Wednesday, April 10th at 1 p.m. April’s book is YOUR choice of any biography, autobiography, or memoir. We will be mixing things up. You get to pick the book! We’ll discuss the person’s life and critique the writing. Make sure to see Sue for a simple questionnaire to complete in advance so your book can be part of an informal but fun trivia game at book club. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Feel free to pack a lunch and join us at noon for extra fellowship in the small dining room. Questions? Need a Book? Contact Sue Matzke. Please bring a friend or two! #FindOneMore

Registration is now open for Vacation Bible School! Our theme this year is SCUBA – Diving into Friendship with God. This epic undersea adventure will include crafts, games, songs, Bible stories, and more! VBS will run from July 22-26 from 9-11:30am and is open to children from age 3 through entering 5th
grade. The link to register as a participant or volunteer is vbspro.events/StMark2024. It’s not too early to start en that you know in our community to this FREE event!