Be Inspired (again) by Bishop Mariann!

Each of us, from time to time, takes on each character in the story of the Good Samaritan

On March 29, Bishop Mariann Budde delivered a powerful keynote address at Samaritan Ministry’s “Next Step Breakfast.” Drawing on events in her own life, she spoke movingly about how each […]

Gratitude for Lenten Service, Mite Box Reminder

Return Mite Boxes on April 27 or May 4, please

Many thanks to everyone who has helped with the service projects during Lent. There have been over 40 youth and 30 adults who have joined the efforts. For those of […]

An Opportunity for Youth! – Updated

Learn how to apply for grants ranging from $50 - $1000.

In addition to the current missions we support through Service and Social Justice, we have set aside money to give youth the opportunity to develop outreach initiatives.

Rev. Munther Isaac of “Christ in the Rubble”: Vigil and Procession on April 2nd

March 29, 2025

We will meet at the White House, Lafayette Park, for a vigil at 5:15, followed by a procession to New York Presbyterian Church for his 6:30 p.m. event on his […]

Update from the Episcopal hospital in Gaza

Maureen Shea is keeping us updated.

Ahli is the only hospital in northern Gaza with active ICU beds, just three to serve an entire region in crisis. Get more details and learn about the most immediate challenges.

Support for Friends Affected by Refugee Fund Restrictions

Find out how you can help.

The restriction of funds for refugees has recently impacted one of our own, a family of seven who arrived in the US in October 2024 from Qatar.

Incarceration Justice Group – April 8, 7 pm

All are welcome!

Guest speaker, Courtney Stewart, is Chairman and CEO of The National Reentry Network for Returning Citizens, based in NW Washington, DC.

Thank You – Lunch for Shirley’s Place

March 15, 2025

Many thanks to St Mark’s youth and their adult leaders for preparing the hot lunch for Shirley’s Place on Monday, March 10. Also thanks to Cecilie Jones and Sallie McElrath […]

Thank You to All Who Helped At Last Sunday’s Lenten Service Project

Many hands made for light work!

On Sunday, March 9, 28 youth and adults pitched in to bag over 1400 pairs of underwear for migrants.

Rev. Munther Isaac (“Christ in the Rubble”)

Busboys & Poets, April 1; NY Ave. Presbyterian Church, April 2

Rev. Isaac is a Palestinian Christian and pastor of the Christmas Lutheran Church in Bethlehem. He is known for the “Christ in the Rubble” display and sermon of lament. He […]