Friday, March 13, 2020

Immediate Cancellation of All St. Mark Worship, Activities, and Events due to Coronavirus COVID-19 Pandemic


Dear St. Mark friends,


The spread of the coronavirus COVID-19 is of grave concern to all of us. We are witnessing its swift movement globally, nationally, and locally. Organizations and leaders in our community are implementing extreme measures to contain this disease through the suspension or cancellation of numerous gatherings and events.

In the last two days, I have received numerous email notifications from various ELCA Bishops and Pastors around the country announcing the temporary cancellations of all worship, activities, and events in their respective congregations. I believe their actions rightly convey the urgency needed in responding to this alarming pandemic.

In order to be proactive in protecting our St. Mark members and many guests, I am announcing the immediate cancellation of all Sunday worship services and Sunday School classes, Wednesday morning Bible studies and evening Lenten worship, confirmation classes, music rehearsals, and all other weekday and evening activities and events at least through the end of March. All cancellations are effective as of today. We will proceed on a week-by-week basis after that, giving you regular updates on when we plan to resume our regular worship schedule and activities.

The church office will remain open during this time, but we ask that you come to the office only if necessary, to reduce your risk. Please feel free to contact me or office manager Jill Davenport with any concerns or questions that arise.

While the reality of this dire situation is still sinking in for us, I ask for your steady prayers and support as we take the necessary steps together to confront this unprecedented pandemic in the most responsible and effective way for the good of all.

Walking this journey of faith with you,
Pastor Mark

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