St. Mark Update

This summer has been an amazing and busy summer.  We had a successful Vacation Bible School.  Becca Honzel was our summer intern and she did a great job.  The youth did an amazing job on their week of service.   There were three baptisms this summer, I just love baptisms.  And sadly, we said goodbye to some beloved members, who made an impact on lives of many people. 

We have had some maintenance work completed over the summer.  Randy Scott has replaced lights on the east side of the building and he continues to work on the outside lighting so all the lights work properly.  The exit signs and the emergency lights have been updated throughout the building.  Stenstrom Blacktop came out and filled some holes in our parking lot.

What is next?  Next week we will have some tree maintenance done on the trees near the clinic.  There are a few dead trees that will come down, several invasive trees that will be removed, and several trees trimmed to provide easier access for the lawn crew. This will give a fresh look to that part of the property.

For the past three years, money has been set aside to cover parking lot maintenance.  It is time to repair the cracks, seal coat, and restripe the parking lot.  This will take place on Monday, September 19^th and Tuesday, September 20th.  There will be limited or no access to the parking lot on those two days.  We ask that you please avoid coming to the church on those two days. 

The tent for SeptemberFest has arrived early, due to staffing.  Just a reminder that SeptemberFest worship is September 11^th at 10:30am, there will be donuts and coffee available at 10am and a BBQ lunch following the service.  You won’t want to miss the concert on Friday evening, September 9^th, at 7pm featuring Bob Rub, Margaret Dean, and the St. Mark Bell Ringers.  There is an opportunity to serve others on Saturday.  Lasagna Love Meal Assembly will take place from 10am until 1pm on Saturday the 10^th, please see Melinda for more details.

I want to thank the amazing staff of St. Mark for their part in making this summer a success.  We are blessed with an amazing staff.  Please join me in welcoming Pastor Chad back this Sunday, September 4^th.  

Peace, 

Pastor Katrina Steingraeber