Adult members of St. Mark have many different opportunities for learning, fellowship, and Christian service. Whether you'd like to deepen your understanding of the bible, participate in outreach to the community, or just enjoy being together, one of these groups is sure to be right for you. |
Members of the St. Mark chapter of WELCA (Women of the ELCA) meet together on the first and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 9:30 am in the Social Hall. Refreshments are served and all members of the congregation are welcome. On the first Tuesday of the month they usually invite a guest speaker while the second Tuesday meeting is generally dedicated to Christian service. Their ongoing projects include putting together layette packs for distribution to needy families by the Salvation Army, collecting Box Tops for Education and collecting used cell phones to donate to spouse abuse shelters. They also sponsor the annual "Dress a Bear" teddy bear drive at Christmas time. See calendar for schedule.
On November 11, members and friends are invited to an all day introduction to the ELW, complete with lunch and plenty of singing. The $20 cost includes your own copy of the hymnal which you may bring home or donate to St. Mark. The workshop will be held at Prince of Peace in Largo. Watch for more details or call the church office.
Sunday morning Adult classes will be held by Pastors Alan and Phyllis Wolkenhauer, Maryanne Kehlenbach and several guest presenters. Topics for the remainder of 2006 will include "Getting to Know Your Bible," "Luther and the Reformation," "The New Hymnal." and "The Christmas Story."
A new unit begins the week after each Breakfast Sunday. (There is no class when there is a breakfast.) See the calendar for details.
