Why we love St Marks

"So, you asked why I love St. Mark? I love it because it's a compassionate community. It's a group of people who care, who try to do God's work and follow his commands -- but who make mistakes. Nobody's perfect, and nobody expects me to be, either. When we work together we do a lot to help others. And I appreciate that there's always someone to support me when I'm struggling. I've made wonderful friends here, and I've learned the true meaning of "faith journey." You don't have to be a "true believer" to walk through the door and be welcome. We provide a place to hear the word of God, and grow in understanding. In good times and bad, it's the place I belong on Sunday mornings (and many other times throughout the week, too!)."

Linda O.

"We didn't attend church very much, mostly holidays. We always had the typical Sunday morning arguments with the kids; they didn't want to go. We never felt part of the community at the churches we attended. Our teenage son started coming to St Mark's with his friends. One Easter he refused to go to church with us because he wanted to go to 'his' church. That's when we decided to come and find out what drew him in. We were recognized as a new family and were made to feel welcomed right from that first Sunday. Pastor Joe's sermons are wonderful (and often entertaining too!) and the kids loved the Children's Sermons where Pastor preaches on what's in the bag 'on the fly'. The Youth Group also provided lots of activities and opportunities for the kids to bond with other members. We've made lots of friends and St Mark's is now a big part of our life, not just someplace to go on Sundays and holidays because you should. This is a place where everyone knows you and makes you feel like you're part of a bigger family."

Cheryl C.

St. Mark was a life saver to me! Moving to a new state is always stressful and the thought of finding a new church even more so. From the very first service I attended, I knew that St. Mark would be my new home! I was greeted by so many friendly members who quickly recognized that I was new and they made me feel so comfortable immediately. Once I met Pastor Joe, I was hooked! In the last 5 years, all of the staff and congregation members have been so helpful to me in healing some very difficult life situations and I honestly don't know what I would have done without them. Praise the LORD!

Lydia

I love the people of St. Mark! I have found such wonderful friendships here. Pastor Joe is such a good shepherd for us, balancing wisdom, spiritual leadership and strength with humor and laughter, and childlike insights that the children love. The children's sermons are one of my favorite things. I love feeling that we are all one family; we care about each other, and can grow our faith together. St. Mark is my spiritual home.

Linda B. Hilliard

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