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St.Mark ROADtrip rewind
On the weekend of June 14, members of St. Mark took the road and traveled to the State of Kentucky to the Creation Museum and Ark Encounter. The group consisted of great grandparents with their great-grandchildren, young families, teens, and seniors. All had the opportunity to have their beliefs in creation upheld by exhibits on God’s creation as outlined in the bible book Genesis. The opportunity to walk through a life-size mammoth Noah’s Ark made the story of the great…
Education Volunteer Appreciation Dinner
On Monday, May 6th, the Board of Education at St. Mark held a volunteer appreciation dinner to recognize those that have had an impact on the youth at St. Mark over the past school year. Deacon Chris Ryan, head of the St. Mark Board of Education thanked all those in attendance. The event featured a lively, white elephant, gift auction along with unofficial Martin Luther currency, thanks to Kim Ryan.
Youth Group Christmas party
On Dec. 16 the Youth Group celebrated Christmas at their final meeting of the year. Everyone shared a gift. Fun foods, were prepared by Howard and Erna Mable and Chris Ryan shared a message. The Youth Group kick off the new year on Jan.6, 2018. at 6 pm in fellowship hall. For further info contact Please email Christopher.Ryan@gmail.com or call him at (440) 264-3825.
Sunday School Kickoff
EXCITEMENT !!! On Sept 16, Sunday school kicked off at St. Mark Chesterland. Video, Music, Dancing, Donuts. God is on the move at St. Mark Alleluia.
Vacation Bible School 2018
St. Mark Lutheran Chesterland Ohio, invited the children in the surrounding communities to Splash Canyon, the theme for the 2018 Vacation Bible School. From the exciting white water rafting in the main church entrance way to the rocks and waterfall in the church sanctuary, the young people learned about Jesus through song, stories, crafts and videos. Thanks to all who participated.
Youth Group Mission Trip- Send Off
What a send off for the St. Mark Youth as they head to Altoona PA to do some servant evangelism! At the 9:45 service on June 10, 2018, all those heading to the missionfield were commisioned and received a blessing in front of the congregation. They were treated to hot dogs, hamburgers and mac and cheese plus other goodies at a going away lunch in fellowship hall after the service. The group boarded “PrayerForce One” the church bus and headed…
Katie the Owl Visits St. Mark Preschool
Tim Cunnigham, Wildlife Ed Specialist from the Lake County Metro Parks, Penitentiary Glen visited St. Mark Preschool on Wednesday April 25, 2018. Tim brought special guest, Katie the owl, Katie had received medical attention for some muscle problems at Lake Metro Parks and now visits schools and other venues to aquatint people with her background and opportunities available for nature education at the Lake Metro Park, Penitentiary Glen.
Easter Basket Outreach
The members of St. Mark filled 127 Easter Baskets with gifts for the children of Geauga County. Each basket was special, pink for girls, blue for boys. A note from the St. Mark congregation was included in each basket. The baskets were loaded on “Prayer Force One”, the church bus and were delivered to Geauga Jobs and Family Services. , on March 22, 2018. Thanks to Monica McGurer for the photos
2018 Youth Lock-In
Whirll Ball, Bowling, Lazer Tag, Food, Music, trying to stay up all night. What fun! This describes the 2018 youth lock-in at St. Mark! Friday Feb. 23, 2018 was the date! Deacon Chris Ryan was the driver of the church bus, “Prayer Force One. ” Marti and Kirk Jacobson were the brave souls that stayed with the youth. ALL NIGHT. Thanks to Kim Ryan for the great pictures.
2017 Youth Group Christmas Party
On Sunday evening Dec. 17, 2017 the Youth Group had their Christmas party in fellowship hall, featuring a live animated Christmas tree (Chris Ryan) and one of Santa’s elves (Tom Holt). Thanks to Kim Ryan and Donna Robinson for the pics
2017 St. Mark Childrens Christmas Program
at the 11:00 am service on Dec. 17, 2017 the children of St. Mark held their annual Christmas program. Thanks to all who participated and helped behind the scenes.