Announcements Events Calendar

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

Rev. Sam Wells Talk on “A Church for the 21st Century”

Thurs July 23 | New York Ave Presbyterian Church [NYAPC]

Rev. Sam Wells is Vicar of St Martin-in-the-Fields in London. Advance registration requested. Learn more

Arts Schedule (More or Less) or the Rest of the Church Year

Upcoming art shows for the rest of 2026

July – As you look around you is Beauty Behind Bars – Art by incarcerated people August – St Mark’s art including, kids’ art, Banners, and Claggett workshop art September … Learn more

Christian Education Survey

Provide Feedback on Next Year's Christian Ed Course Offerings

We’ve developed a short survey to gauge the congregation’s interest in different topics for adult education classes, along with preferences for timing and format. We’ve had a great response to … Learn more

Free Minds Write Night

Tue Jul 14 | 7 pm, Baxter Hall

RSVP to connect with poets, once or currently incarcerated, to exchange of creativity, inspiration, and hope. Learn more

No Children’s Programming on July 5

Have a safe holiday and we'll see you next time!

There will be no Children’s Chapel, Next Gen Reflection, or Summer Sunday School on Sunday, July 5 (because it is a holiday weekend). The nursery will not be open. Learn more

Please Pick Up Your Art

Thank you!

The show was great! Now it needs to come down. If you were one of the makers, please pick up your pieces in the Chapel or in Baxter Hall. Learn more