You Too Can Be a Samaritan!

Come join us!

Ever since St. Mark’s helped establish the Samaritan Ministry of Greater Washington in 1986, many members of our congregation have supported its work. 

The Gaza Children’s Shroud

August 16 after the 11:15 service; August 23 after the 9 am and 11:15 services.

St. Mark’s will be one of several communities each inscribing about 300 names on a shroud that will later be assembled into the Gaza Children’s Shroud, which will be on display at events in New York City and Washington, DC.

Seeking Confirmation Meal Coordinator

This is an important back-of-the-house role! Please consider helping.

Seeking a confirmation meal coordinator to take responsibility for recruiting volunteers from the congregation for ~8 lunches between October and May, keep track of supplies, and order pizza in a pinch.

Samaritan Spotlight on Michael Knipe! 

Read the profile about Michael

In this month’s issue of its “In Step” newsletter, the Samaritan Ministry of Greater Washington is shining a light on our own Michael Knipe.

High Need for Sunday School Teachers and Assistants 

Support our growing Sunday School!

We need storytellers and assistants from 10 to 10:50 am on Sunday mornings during the traditional school year.

Help Include Far Flung Parishioners + Friends in Worship

Training provided. Get the details...

Would you like to help include those in our community who need or prefer virtual access? You can volunteer to share Sunday morning worship via Facebook, YouTube, and Zoom!

9 a.m. Vergers Needed! 

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Becoming a Verger at St. Mark’s may be just what you are looking for as a way to get more involved!

Welcome to Navajoland Youth visiting DC July 6-13, 2026

Make a donation or host a youth from Navajoland

Six youth ages 13-15 from the Episcopal Church of Navajoland are excited to be visiting DC July 6th-13th, 2026.

Host a Newcomer Gathering 

Find out just how fun and flexible it can be to host one of these!

Newcomer Gatherings are an opportunity for new and established members to share a meal, meet people whose paths don’t often cross, and discuss what makes this community unique.

Spread the Word: Sunday School Teaching Fellowship

Help spread the word!

Do you know someone outside of St. Mark’s who might love the opportunity to become a Sunday School Teaching Fellow? With the rapid growth of our Sunday School, we’re taking an innovative approach to fill some additional teaching spots.