worship (Page 3)

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St. Mark Women’s Retreat 2019

On Saturday, March 16, 2019, the St. Mark Women’s League held their annual retreat. The event was open to all women, not just St. Mark members. The Reverend Mark Matzke, Pastor at St. Mark gave the opening presentation, highlighting the theme, “Let God Be Your GPS.” A number of speakers presented during the day followed by discussion sessions. Lunch was served. It was a delightful day for all that attended.

LWML Prayer Service at St. Mark

The Northeast Zone of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League(LWML) held a prayer service on February 9th at St. Mark. The prayer service was written by Rev. Allen D. Anderson, past president of the Rocky Mountain District of The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. Pastor Kevin Guynn, Northeast Zone Counselor, gave the message. During a luncheon hosted by the St. Mark LWML chapter, Jackie Rychel, president of Ministry In Mission, gave a presentation on the progress and completion of the Elderly Christian…

St. Mark Picnic 2018

On June 3, 2018,  the members of St. Mark met in our sanctuary for one service at 10:am. The sanctuary was full as our voices razed the roof in song and we as brothers and sisters in Christ participated in the Sacrament of the Altar (Communion). After worship we met in the St. Mark Pavilion for food , fellowship and games. All ages from seniors to young families with babies and young adults had an awesome time. Thanks to all…

June 10, 2018 – SUMMER SCHEDULE BEGINS

 Summer Worship Schedule  Beginning June 10, there will be two worship services each Sunday.  8:15 a.m. will continue to be the  traditional Lutheran Litugical  service;   9:45 a.m. will alternate between The Gathering (Hymns and Contemporary “Praise” Music) and the contemporary service (Contemporary “Praise” Music).    The 9:45 a.m. service on  June 10 will be the  contemporary format 

Clayton Heuer – New Organist at St. Mark

October saw major change in the music ministry at St. Mark. Longtime organist Hildred Tornberg stepped down from her position as organist at St. Mark. Hildred will still direct the choir. St, Mark is pleased to announce that member Clayton Heuer has assumed the position of organist. Clayton is the son of Don and Carolyn Heuer, members of St. Mark. Clayton, has A Master of Music from Michigan State University. Notable performances include the American Guild of Organists, Bach Festival…

Honoring Service, Serving the Needy, Fellowship, Bibles for Kids

The weekend ending on Sunday Sept 24, was a busy time at St. Mark. Hildred Tornberg, the longtime church organist retired from playing the organ. Hildred will still direct the choir. The congregation appreciates  her years of service and dedication to excellence in music at St. Mark . Satuday we served a meal those in need at Building Hope In The City(BHIC), the urban outreach of Trinity Lutheran on the near west Side of Cleveland. St. Mark serves a meal…

3 Worship Services – Sunday School – Bible Studies start Sept 10

Our  Worship Styles and Sunday Christian Education 8:15 AM A traditional Liturgical Service Featuring all-time favorite hymns that Christians have enjoyed for generations 9:45 AM Sunday School  and Bible Classes 9:45 AM The “Gathering”, a blended worship service combines traditional hymns and contemporary music. 11:00 AM A “contemporary” service featuring “Praise” music in a less formal setting Holy Communion is celebrated on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Sunday of the month All Services feature Scripture readings, prayer and a thoughtful…

Carducci – Shulman Wedding at St. Mark

On May 27th Caitlin Carducci and Dennis Shulman we’re married at St Mark.  Caitlin is the daughter of Joseph and Charlotte Carducci. Their reception was held in fellowship hall. The Carduccis are members at St. Mark and the entire congregation wishes the newlyweds and their families God’s blessings. Pastor Mark  Matske, Senior Pastor at St. Mark  and celebrant at the wedding mentioned how special it was to have members of the congregation help with the wedding so that everything went as…

Summer Schedule Begins June 4, 2017

Summer Worship Schedule Beginning June 4, 2017 There will be two worship services each Sunday. 8:15 a.m. will continue to be the traditional service; 9:45 a.m. will alternate between The Gathering and the contemporary service. The 9:45 a.m. service on June 4 will be the Gathering format.

Holy Week Highlights

Selected Highlights from Holy Week at St. Mark Palm Sunday- Easter Egg Hunt, Christian Seder, Pastor Matzke – Good Friday Sermon, Easter Sunday – Contemporary Service thanks to Donna Toth and Bruce Robinson for the photos

Happy Birthday St. Mark

On January 29, 2017 we celebrated everyone’s birthday at St. Mark. We  received Communion on a one service Sunday .Following theservice we had a birthday party potluck in fellowship hall. Each person at the party had to sit at the table that aligned with their birthday month. This was a great way to meet new people in the congregation.