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February 2020 Special Observances and Events

Pet Food Pantry	Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday February 4 – 6, 2020	We provide free pet food for dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, rabbits, and birds in order to help low-income pet owners care for their pets.
Coffee Shop Bible Study	Every Tuesday morning at 10:00 a.m.	We meet at The Mill House Café at the corner of Diamond Blvd. and Luzerne Street in Old Westmont for study and fellowship.
Book Study	Every other Tuesday evening 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. Check the Calendar for dates.	We are studying The Time is Now: A Call to Uncommon Courage by Joan Chittister.
Ham Loaf Sale	Order now through March 4, 2020. Pickup after March 17.	A 2 lb loaf is $14; a 1lb loaf is $7. Sold frozen with glazing sauce and baking instructions.
Community Common Prayer	Sunday, February 16, 2020 6:30 p.m.	This month’s service is a Taize Service.
Ash Wednesday	Wednesday, February 26, 2020 Ashes to Go 7:30 – 9:30a.m. & 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Worship services 12 noon & 6:00pm.	Ashes to Go will be available in Central Park, downtown Johnstown. Worship services will be held in St. Mark’s Lady Chapel.
Lenten Quiet Day	Saturday, February 29, 2020 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.	The topic of this year’s Lenten Quiet Day is “What is Jesus’ recipe for love?”

January 2020 Special Observances and Events

Pet Food Pantry	Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday January 7, 8, & 9, 2020 9:30 a.m. -12:30p.m.	We provide free pet food for dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, rabbits, and birds in order to help low-income pet owners care for their pets.
Coffee Shop Bible Study	Every Tuesday morning at 10:00 a.m.	We meet at The Mill House Café at the corner of Diamond Blvd. and Luzerne Street in Old Westmont for study and fellowship.
Book Study	Every other Tuesday evening from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Check the Calendar of Events for exact dates.	We are studying The Time is Now: A Call to Uncommon Courage by Joan Chittister currently.
Community Common Prayer (CCP)	Sunday, January 19, 2020 at 6:30 p.m.	The theme of this month’s CCP is “New Zealand Night Prayer.”
Special Parish Meeting	Sunday, January 26, 2020 following the 10:00 a.m. service	We will review and vote on the proposed 2020 parish budget, congregational approval to balance the budget, and congregational approval of revised by-laws. We also will elect Deputies to Diocesan Convention. All parish members are encouraged to attend this short meeting.

December 2019 Special Observances and Events

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	Pet Food Pantry	Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday, December 2 – 4, 2019 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.		We provide free pet food for dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, rabbits, and birds in order to help low-income pet owners care for their pets.
	Coffee Shop Bible Study	Every Tuesday morning at 10:00 a.m.		We meet at The Mill House Café at the corner of Diamond Blvd. and Luzerne Street in Old Westmont for study and fellowship.
	Book Study	Every other Tuesday evening 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. in the church conference room. Check our Calendar of Events for specific dates.		We are studying The Time is Now: A Call to Uncommon Courage by Joan Chittister currently.
	Advent Quiet Day	Saturday, December 7, 2019 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.		The theme of this year’s Advent Quiet Day is “A Celtic Advent.”
	Community Common Prayer Service (CCP)	Sunday, December 15, 2019 6:30 p.m.		The theme of this month’s CCP service is “Blue Christmas.”
	Greening of the Church & Potluck Luncheon	Sunday, December 22, 2019 following the 10:00 a.m. service		Join us as we decorate the church for the holiday season and enjoy good food and fellowship at our potluck luncheon.
	Christmas Eve Services	Tuesday, December 24, 2019 6:00 p.m. and 10:45 p.m.		The 6:00 p.m. service is a Holy Eucharist with instrumental music. At 10:45 p.m a musical prelude is followed by an 11:00 p.m. Choral Holy Eucharist.
	Celebration Johnstown	Tuesday, December 31, 2019 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.		We will host the following entertainers In the Sanctuary: Tom Katz from 6 to 7 p.m.; Josh Dunmeyer from 7 to 8 p.m.; and Bo Moore & Brothers from 8:15 to 9:15 p.m. In the Parish Hall: The Master’s Puppets will entertain from 6 to 6:30 p.m.; Hard Rok, KoKo & Joe from 6:30 to 8 p.m.; Brian Harshberger from 8:15 to 9:15 p.m. Refreshments will be available for sale in the Parish Hall

November 2019 Special Observances and Events

Flea Market & Bake Sale		Saturday, November 2, 2019 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.	Homemade baked good, jewelry, vases, attic treasures, vintage glassware & linens, holiday decorations, books, clothing, household items, & more. Proceeds benefit St. Mark’s Music Ministry
Coffee Shop Bible Study		Every Tuesday morning at 10:00 a.m.	We meet at The Mill House Café at the corner of Diamond Blvd. and Luzerne Street in Old Westmont for study and fellowship.
Book Study		Every other Tuesday evening 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. in the church conference room. Check our Calendar of Events for specific dates.	We are studying The Time is Now: A Call to Uncommon Courage by Joan Chittister currently.
Pet Food Pantry		Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday November 5 – 7, 2019 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.	We provide free pet food for dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, rabbits, and birds in order to help low-income pet owners care for their pets.
Stone Soup Workshop		Saturday, November 9, 2019 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.	We will be making soup from a “stone” (small contributions of ingredients from all participants). While the soup cooks, we will have a discussion of what stewardship means, and how we can express our faith through our gifts of time, talent, and treasure.
Community Common Prayer		Sunday, November 17, 2019 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.	This month’s service is a “Service of Thanksgiving.” Join us as we pray with gratitude
St. Mark’s Halupki Harvest Stuffed Cabbage Dinner		Friday, November 22, 2019 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.	Dinner consists of 1 Halupki, 2 Pierogies, a serving of Halushki, 2 cookies, & coffee, tea or water. Plate price: $8.00 A la carte available: $3.00—1 Halupki, $2.00—2 Pierogies, $2.00—1 Halushki, $1.00—2 cookies Dine in or Take out
Thanksgiving Day Worship Service		Thursday, November 28, 2019 9:00 a.m.	Holy Eucharist Rite II. All are welcome.

October 2019 Special Observances and Events

Coffee Shop Bible Study	Every Tuesday morning at 10:00 a.m.	We meet at The Mill House Café at the corner of Diamond Blvd. and Luzerne Street in Old Westmont for study and fellowship.
Book Study	Every other Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m. in the church conference room. Check the Calendar of Events for dates.	We will begin our study of The Time is Now: A Call to Uncommon Courage by Joan Chittister on October 22.
Blessing of the Animals	Saturday, October 5, 2019 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall and Courtyard	Rain or Shine. Bring your beloved pet for a special blessing. All people & pets are welcome. Please keep dogs leashed & other pets gently restrained.
Pet Food Pantry	Tuesday – Thursday, October 8 -10, 2019 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.	We provide free pet food for dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, rabbits, and birds in order to help low-income pet owners care for their pets.
Spaghetti Luncheon	Sunday, October 20, 2019 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.	Luncheon includes spaghetti, meatball, salad, bread, dessert and coffee or tea. Cost is $ 8.00
Community Common Prayer	Sunday, October 20, 2019 at 6:30 p.m.	This month’s service is an “Interfaith Healing Service”. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. A special invitation is extended to all who are battling or have battled cancer and those who love them.

September 2019 Special Observances and Events

Coffee Shop Bible Study		Every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m.	We meet at The Mill House Café at the corner of Diamond Blvd. and Luzerne Street in Old Westmont for study and fellowship.
Pet Food Pantry		Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday September 10, 11 & 12, 2019 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.	We provide free pet food for dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, rabbits, and birds in order to help low-income pet owners care for their pets.
Community Common Prayer Service		Sunday, September 15, 2019 at 6:30 p.m.	The theme of this month’s service is “Taize Service.”
Parish Meeting		Sunday, September 22, 2019 at 11:00 a.m.	All members of the Parish are encouraged to attend. We will nominate and elect new members of the Vestry.
Bishop Price’s Visitation and Covered Dish Lunch		Saturday & Sunday, September 28 and 29, 2019	The Bishop will preside at the 5:00 p.m. Saturday and 10:00 a.m Sunday Services. The Covered Dish Lunch will follow the 10:00 a.m. Sunday Service

August 2019 Special Observances and Events

Coffee Shop Bible Study	Every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m.	We meet at The Mill House Café at the corner of Diamond Blvd. and Luzerne Street in Old Westmont for study and fellowship.
Pet Food Pantry	Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday, August 6 – 8 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.	We provide free pet food for dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, rabbits, and birds in order to help low-income pet owners care for their pets.
Community Common Prayer	Sunday, August 18 6:30 p.m.	The theme of this month’s service is “Prayer Service for the New School Year.”
Memorial Service for Miss Ethel Jane Kerplunk	Saturday, August 24 10:00 a.m.	This special service will honor the life and works of Miss Ethel Jane Kerplunk, the founding inspiration for The Ethel Fund, Inc.