Announcements Events Calendar

Lambda Lions Kickoff Planning Meeting

Any and all LGBTQIA+ parishioners are invited to join following 11:15 service.

The Lambda Lions, St. Mark’s LGBTQIA+ affinity group, will be holding our August kickoff planning meeting on Sunday, August 30, 2026. Learn more

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. Learn more

Information Sessions about Education for Ministry 

Sun Aug 23 | 10:40 am (after Sermon Seminar)

The Adult Christian Education program is holding three information sessions to familiarize St. Mark’s parishioners with the EfM program. The sessions will describe the EfM program, answer questions, and identify chances to enroll. Learn more

Take a Look at Our New (Art) Show: “CLASS ACT”

Stay tuned!

“Class Act” showcases art from the Sunday School, Adult Classes, and the Claggett Art Workshop. There will be an art walk in the Nave with a still-to-be-determined date. Learn more

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. Learn more

Artists, crafters – share your art with Capitol Hill in September

By August 10, register for the Capitol Hill Arts Walk (Sep 12/13).

Thousands of people will be touring the Hill that weekend. St Mark’s will be a key location. Learn more

Neurodiversity Working Group Meeting August 16

Support group for parents of young people who are neurodiverse or have special needs

Julie Murphy, a 40-year St. Mark’s member and certified parent coach, will convene this monthly space where parents can share experiences and find support and strength. Learn more

Bring Those Wrapped Utensils to Church

What to do with those wrapped takeout utensils you'd prefer to see used.

Randy is happy to find a good home for your wrapped (takeout) utensils if you connect with him in advance and bring them to church. Learn more

The Crab Feast is This Sunday August 2nd!

Celebrate those who poke and prod us into living up to our own potential

Join us at 12:15ish in Baxter Hall for a shared meal of crab or (shudder) pizza and celebration. Learn more

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