A wide range of activities and groups at St Marks - something for everyone
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Our first year in Lighthouse has been very busy - meeting once a week to explore bible teaching through crafts, drama and music. Our numbers have increased too, and it has been lovely to see friendships growing. Over the past year, we have also enjoyed some special events – BBQ, Beetle Drive and a Christmas party. Last April, St Mark’s hosted a joint service for people with learning disabilities and friends. Some of the group have gone to ‘away days’ – meeting with other similar groups from this area. It’s good to see people with learning disabilities attending most services at St Mark’s - may we continue to be a safe and welcoming church for all! |
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Last Updated ( Saturday, 17 May 2008 )
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The Lunch Club meets every month on the 4th Tuesday... We serve delicious home cooked lunches to the over 60’s each month . The lunches are so much appreciated by our elderly parishioners,( many of whom are sprightly octogenarians) for the excellent food and fellowship. Please come along and join us, or if you are interested in helping the cooks by working with a friendly and happy team one day each month get in touch! For further info please contact Pam Atkinson 872978. |
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Last Updated ( Friday, 15 January 2010 )
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 Alpha courses are organised regularly as a way of sharing our faith....
The Alpha Course runs for 10 weeks. Each week people meet to enjoy a fantastic meal in the Narthex followed by a talk in the church. This is followed by small group discussions covering the Alpha topics such as “Who is Jesus”, “Why and how should I read the Bible?” and “How does God guide us?”. The course could not happen without the very considerable contribution from so many members of St Marks. The meals provided by the catering team are fantastic and their skills and dedication to the course are really appreciated by all. It is also great to see so many members of the St Marks House Groups helping each week with the washing up and clearing away. Finally the clergy and leadership team ensure that the topics are presented with enthusiasm and clarity each week. Please phone the Church Office 01423 544528 to see when our next Alpha course starts. |
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Last Updated ( Friday, 29 April 2011 )
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We are currently looking at how St. Mark's can implement the newly formulated Diocesen Environment Policy. We will be carrying out an audit of current practice and looking for ideas for improvement. We have recently had an independent energy consultant conduct an energy audit for the church. The church mowing team are trying out a new mowing regime at the back of church to see if we can develop a hay meadow area for wildlife. |
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 16 September 2009 )
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Some of the projects we have been involved in include:- Organising an annual Walk to Church Sunday Changing the Church's electricity to a renewable supplier Encouraging Sunday services to include teaching, worship and prayers that encompass green theology Encouraging the congregation to adopt sustainable practices in their homes Working towards good garden management in the church grounds to encourage wildlife
Eco-Congegation Award
St. Mark's achieved Eco-congregation status for 2005-07. Eco-congregation is a project now run by A Rocha UK, they use independent assessors to check a church's green credentials. Our award was presented to us by Bishop John at a special service in 2006. |
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Last Updated ( Saturday, 15 March 2008 )
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