2nd Lesson Learned from Teacher Hiring Process

Volunteer to teach Sunday School for the 2026-2026 School Year

As we approach the Fall, Sunday School teacher vacancies are becoming a real concern. We still need three full-time volunteers to run our program. The CYFM Sunday School Working Group … Learn more

1st Lesson Learned from Teacher Hiring Process

Spread the word about Sunday School vacancies

Last Spring, the CYFM Sunday School Working Group designed a teaching fellowship to draw new Sunday School teachers to St. Mark’s. Unfortunately, we have not had any strong applicants. We … Learn more

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. Learn more

St. Mark’s seeks a Teaching Fellow

Sunday School teacher, 9:15 am to 11:15 am for 32 Sunday mornings (Sep to Jun)

Walk alongside inquisitive, active and engaged children in their spiritual formation, based on the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, Godly Play, and related curriculums, and
develop a collaborative team of spiritual formation leaders, paid and volunteer. Learn more

New Parent Support Group – CYFM Neurodiversity Working Group

July 18, 2026

The Children, Youth and Families Ministry (CYFM) Neurodiversity Working Group (NWG) is launching a support group for parents of young people who are neurodiverse or have special needs (no formal diagnosis necessary). We welcome interested parents to an initial meeting July 26th from 11:05 to 12 noon in the upstairs Conference Room, near the Parish Office. Learn more

Summer Sunday School Classroom Assistants

July 18, 2026

We have had a general call out for classroom assistants in Summer Sunday School. The response has been wonderful! But there are still three dates that are looking dicey. If you will be in church on Aug 9, Aug 16 or Aug 30, please consider volunteering for just one short hour from 10 to 11am. Learn more

Register for the Capitol Hill Arts Walk

July 18, 2026

It’s almost August. The Capitol Hill Art Walk is September 12th, and 13th. The registration deadline is August 10th. Artists, crafts people, please register to participate with St Mark’s. Learn more

Support Everyone Home DC’s Back-to-School Initiative

July 18, 2026

Everyone Home DC’s annual back-to-school initiative will provide gift cards for their client parents and caregivers to make their own choices for their children’s back to school needs whether it’s school supplies, a new backpack, a pair of shoes, or a first-day outfit that helps a young scholar walk into school with confidence.  Your monetary support gives something more than financial assistance, it gives them the dignity and flexibility to choose what is right for their children. Learn more

St. Mark’s Justice in Palestine (SMJP) Meeting – Sunday July 19

July 18, 2026

Join the St. Mark’s Justice in Palestine group today at 12:30pm (after the 11:15 service) in the Dozier Library. We’re discussing plans for upcoming solidarity and educational events for the fall and Advent season. Learn more

Incarceration Justice and Arts

July 18, 2026

The Beauty Behind Bars Art Show is up now in our Nave.  The artwork was created by individuals who are or were incarcerated.  Each one found ways to express meaning and passion through creative endeavors.  On Sunday, July 26th, the last weekend of the show, we’ll host a reception, art walk and panel discussion with some of the artists who are home.  Learn more