Announcements Events Calendar

Join St. Mark’s Incarceration Justice Ministry and Panel of Returning Citizens

Tue Sep 8 | 7 pm in Baxter Hall

Continuation of discussion about the legal system and consequences for those with severe criminal charges, including the challenges faced upon returning home and how the community can better support these citizens. Learn more

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. Learn more

Nursery Coverage During Medical Leave

Starting September 6

The nursery will be up and running in September with caregivers, Ms. Katrina and Ms.Kenisha, while Deborah is out on medical leave. Learn more

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