CLICK HERE FOR 2023 LENTEN & EASTER SCHEDULE

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Lenten Liturgical Schedule
 
· Stations of the Cross:  Fridays, February 24 – March 31 at 6:00 PM in the Church followed by a meal in the Parish Hall
· Tuesday Daily Mass: Tuesdays, February 28 – April 4 at 12:00 Noon in the Chapel
· Vespers: Sundays, March 26 at 5:00 PM in the Church.

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EASTER FLOWERS
Easter flower envelopes are located at the welcome desk. Please return all envelopes by March 31st in order for your donation and loved one to be listed in the bulletin.

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Rice, Rice and more Rice! 

The Knights of Columbus request your help in cooking rice for our Red Beans and Rice Lenten Meal this Friday, March 24th after the Stations of the Cross. Please bring your COOKED RICE to the Parish Center kitchen any time after 3:00 PM on Friday, or you can come get a knight to help you carry it in for you. We Thank you for your help and support of our Knights of Columbus Council at Saint Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church.

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Divine Mercy Eucharistic Holy Hour: On Sunday, April 16 at 3:00 PM in St. Mark’s Chapel, we will come together for an hour of prayer with the exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and the Chaplet of Divine Mercy. The prayer will also include Scripture readings, psalms, and intercessions.  Please join us as we praise our God of Mercy and Compassion!

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Fresh smoked Hams, Tender, Juicy flavorful! Arnone’s Sausage! Try it once, love it forever! Made from the freshest prime cuts of beef and pork! The sausage will be uncooked and fresh. All proceeds benefit the Saint Mark the Evangelist Ministries

Order online: https://st-marks-kofc.square.site

To order: See a Knight at the Church entrance after Mass.

Last Day to order is Sunday, April 2, 2023
Pick up in Parish Life Center on Thursday, April 6^th between 4-6 PM. 

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St. Mark invites all parishioners to join us in the Parish Center for refreshments after each Mass on the weekend of April 1st and 2nd.  On Saturday after the 4:00pm Mass there will be a Wine and Cheese Social.  On Sunday after each Mass, Coffee and Donuts will be served.  We hope to see you there!

(There are snacks for children at the Saturday Wine and Cheese Social) Please let us know if you are interested in our ministry and would like to help.  We would love to have you share in the fun!

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Knights of Columbus Spring Flea Market

March 30, 12:00 noon – 7:00 p.m.
March 31, 8:00 a.m. –  4:00 p.m.
April 1, 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon

Knights of Columbus Spring Flea Market Donation Pickups

We will be happy to pick up any items that you wish to donate beginning March 7, contact Fred Kapp @ 205-862-2588 or [email protected] to schedule. Toys, clothing, tools, sporting goods, household items, furniture, vehicles are terrific, no mattresses or large electronics, please. We will also accept drop-offs at the Youth Center March 27-29. We are happy to provide receipts for tax purposes on request. Thank you very much for your continuing support!

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Join us for VBS! The Summer's Best
Wilderness Adventure!
June 19 – 23  /  9:00 am - 12 Noon
Join us this week to explore, learn and grow in our Catholic faith in this fun-filled, engaging adventure!
While being engrossed in a wilderness adventure of epic proportions, this program will help children understand the importance of the sacraments instituted by Jesus and entrusted to His Church. We'll climb the highest mountain peaks and sail the bluest streams. With all the activities, games, snacks, and music - you're in for an exciting week!
Register at https://vbspro.events/p/events/2023sacraments 

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