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St. Mark's Episcopal Church is a thriving and busy parish, with opportunities for a variety of interests. This page will tell you about many of those exciting events that might speak to your call to service in the community, connection with fellow St. Mark's folks, or special worship offerings. Check out what we have going on soon!

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Thanksgiving Day Service, 10 a.m., Church. Join us for a spoken Eucharist service.

Advent Wreath Making, 9 to 10:30 a.m., Hauser Hall. The Women of St. Mark's has generously donated all the supplies including foam wreaths, candles, and greenery. We will also have Advent booklets for daily readings along with an Advent calendar for the kids. Everyone is welcome.

Christmas on the Porch, 5 to 7 p.m. Kick off the holidays with Christmas on the Porch at St. Mark's Episcopal Church. Christmas carols will be led by a brass quintet and St. Mark's Choir. We will have refreshments and fun for the whole family!

Blood Drive, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Reeder Gym. While one in seven hospitalized people will need a blood transfusion in a  lifetime, only one in 20 eligible blood donors actually donate.  There is  no substitute for blood - your donation saves lives.   

Sign up to Donate Blood

Little Church Food Drive, 9 a.m.

Children and Youth Christmas Parties, 9:45 to 10:30 a.m.

The Beacon Service Day, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The Beacon is a non-profit day program that offers a number of resources to homeless men and women in Houston and is located near Christ Church Cathedral. Their mission is to provide essential and next-step services to restore hope and help end homelessness in Houston. We have a service opportunity for a maximum of 15 people (minimum age of 13) to participate by assisting in serving a meal or client laundry.
Sign up to Volunteer

Sunday Dinner with Friends, 6:30 p.m. after The Five O'Clock service.

Reading of the Gospel of Matthew, 7 p.m. To sign up, please contact Joseph Rawley.

Kids' Meals, 6 to 7 p.m., Hauser Hall. *Please note this is an evening event.

Women of St. Mark's Ornament Exchange, 7 p.m., Home of the Berryman Family.

Christmas Pageant Rehearsal, 9 a.m. to noon, Church.

Christmas Pageant, 9 a.m. Little Church.

4 p.m.   |   Family Eucharist, Rite II

6 p.m.   |   Festival Eucharist with choir and brass, Rite II

8:30 p.m.   |   Festival Eucharist with choir and brass, Rite I

DECEMBER 25   |  CHRISTMAS DAY

10:30 a.m.   |   Spoken Service