Worship at St. Mark
updated: 02 FEB 2010
Sunday worship services
- 8:30 A.M. Contemporary service — easy-going, family-friendly, with a great mix of modern and traditional music;
- 11:00 A.M. Lutheran liturgical service — more formal but not stuffy. We will soon start using Evangelical Lutheran Worship.
Holy Communion is celebrated every Sunday at both worship services. After the service, you are invited to stay for a beverage, pastries, and good conversation.
Lutherans believe that Christ is present in Holy Communion to give us forgiveness, life, and salvation. All the baptized who believe in the presence of Christ in his Supper are invited to receive the Sacrament.
Our faith is built around a strong belief in God as made known to us in Jesus Christ. Through worship, service, and education, we practice our faith, grow our relationship with God and experience God's grace in our lives.
Join us for worship. Stay to become part of the family.
posted: 02 FEB 2010
Midweek Lenten Services and Holy Week
The Lenten season begins with Ash Wednesday on February 17. The worship services, with imposition of ashes, will begin at 12:00 noon and 7:00 P.M. Midweek services, starting February 23/24 will be Tuesdays at 12 noon or Wednesdays at 7:00 P.M. Join us for soup and fellowship before either service.
This year’s theme is “Luther’s Catechisms.” Early in its history, the Lenten season was a time of education in the basics of the Christian faith for new converts seeking baptism at the Easter Vigil.
Using Luther’s two catechisms (the Small Catechism and the Large Catechism) as a basis for our midweek Lenten worship provides you and opportunity to revisit some of the basic teachings of your faith.
Topics for each week:
- February 17: Confession (Ash Wednesday)
- February 23/24: The Ten Commandments
- March 2/3: The Apostles’ Creed
- March 9/10: The Lord’s Prayer
- March 16/17: The Sacrament of Holy Baptism
- March 23/24: The Sacrament of the Altar
Holy Week services include: Maundy Thursday service on April 1 at 12:00 noon and 7:00 P.M. and Good Friday service on April 2 at 7:00 P.M. only.
Easter services on April 3 will be at the regular worship times of 8:30 A.M. and 11:00 A.M.
updated: 06 JUL 2009
New to St. Mark?
If you've never been to church, or it’s been a while, or you just haven't been to our church, then this section is for you. We've compiled a list of questions that you may have thought about but didn't know who to ask. If we have missed your question, just send us a note to ask it!
What should I wear?
At St. Mark, we wear whatever is comfortable, and you can, too. Some people come in jeans, some in shorts, some in dress clothes. The clothes are not the important part, you are.
Do I have to stand up and sing?
Lutherans are known for our singing, so singing is a big part part of our worship, but we have no expectations about your singing ability. We go by the Bible verse that says. “Make a joyful noise unto the Lord!” Nothing is said about our singing having to be in tune! You will see some people standing and some people sitting as they are able. Our only goal during our services is for you to hear and receive God's Word.
Can I bring my kids?
Of course! And we hope you do. We welcome children of every age and our members are very kid-friendly — most are grandparents and love having kids around. During the service, Pastor Hanson and his friend, “Chuck the Moose,” (pictured at the left) share the gospel and a prayer with the children.
What can I expect in the service?
We have two worship services, each with its own “flavor”:
- 8:30 A.M. Contemporary worship — a lively yet relaxed and very family-friendly service. We use modern and upbeat liturgies and songs to keep the service always new and interesting. Congregational singing is led by a small choir, piano, and guitars.
- 11:00 A.M. Lutheran liturgical service — liturgy and congregational singing are led by the Chancel Choir and organ, generally using a more traditional liturgy. But that doesn't mean we are stiff and boring!
What about Holy Communion (The Lord’s Supper)?
Holy Communion is celebrated every Sunday at all worship services. Lutherans believe that Christ is present in this meal to give us forgiveness, life, and salvation. All the baptized who believe in the presence of Christ in his Supper are invited to receive the Sacrament.
If you have questions about communing with us, send a note to Pastor Hanson, call him at (386) 445-3420, or speak to him before the service.
How do you describe St. Mark by the Sea?
- Traditional not stuffy or rigid;
- Contemporary not trendy;
- Challenging not preachy;
- Welcoming and always forgiving.
Remember: You are always welcome into God's house and into our community of faith.
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Lectionary readings for the week
The Revised Common Lectionary (RCL) is a selection of scripture readings for each Sunday and festival of the church year. Each Sunday's readings include a passage from the Old Testament, a Psalm, one of the epistles or Revelation, and one of the four gospels.
Below are the reading for this week:
The RCL is has a three-year cycle that begin with the First Sunday of Advent in December (the first Sunday of the church year). The Gospel readings in the first year (Year A) come from Matthew, those in the second year (Year B) come from Mark, those in the third year (Year C) come from Luke. Portions of the Gospel of John are read on certain Sundays and festivals during each of the three yearly cycles.
| RCL Three-Year Calendar Cycle | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year A: | 2007 | 2010 | 2013 | 2016 | 2019 |
| Year B: | 2008 | 2011 | 2014 | 2017 | 2020 |
| Year C: | 2009 | 2012 | 2015 | 2018 | 2021 |
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