Dear Church Family, 10/29/2024
I hope everyone has been enjoying the warm weather! Today would have been my Dad’s 95th birthday. It’s hard to believe it has been 14 years since he passed away.
Announcements:
This coming Sunday, November 3rd we will be able to hear Pastor Mike Shearer share the message. The performance of the Bethany High School Chori has been moved to a later date.
Women’s bible study meets on Wednesday’s at 9 am in room 104, anyone is welcome to drop by and join us.
Remember to turn your clocks back for Daylight Saving Time on November 3rd!
The menu for First Feasts on November 3rd is sloppy joes and chips. The meal will be served in Albertson Hall following the worship service. Contact Seth Lohr if you can donate food for the meal. Everyone is welcome!
Joys and Praises:
Nicole rejoices that she was able to hear her baby’s heartbeat at a doctor’s appointment this week.
Ronda Mills praises God for a new baby born in her extended family.
Heather D. Allen rejoices in being sober for 16 months! She was recently able to share her testimony at the Downtown Ministry banquet. She also shares her joy that St. Mark’s has always been a safe and accepting place for her.
Aimee Brinson praises God that Karlee is recovering from walking pneumonia.
Kim Everingham rejoices in the 32nd anniversary of Rich receiving a transplant from his sister.
Kim and Angie Altenhof shared the joyful news that the Goshen High School marching band is advancing to the state competition.
Doris Rassi praises God for Rich Everingham and his music.
Angel rejoices that Heather D. Allen has been an inspiration to her in her struggle with addiction.
Prayer Concerns:
Nicole asks for prayers to stay strong against a neighbor who is a user.
Rich Everingham asks for safe travels for Kim who will be visiting Disney World with her two sisters this week.
Angelica Ditmars asks for prayers for her mental health and that her medication changes will bring improvement.
Danni S. asks for prayers for her daughter, Juliet, who is having issues with her lock jaw from stress in law school.
Pastor Tony’s Challenge:
Do the right thing even if it doesn’t go the way that you hoped because God will bless you when you obey Him.
Blessings,
Danni Shearer
Administrative Assistant
St. Mark’s Church