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Monday, Dec. 24, 2018

6:00 pm   Christmas Eve Service/Holy Eucharist Rite II
10:30 pm Christmas Prelude
11:00 pm  Midnight Service/ Holy Eucharist Rite II

NO CHRISTMAS DAY SERVICES

Sunday, December 23, 2018

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There will be a sign up sheet in the Parish Hall for our Potluck Dinner, or you can call Joanne at the office and let her know how many are attending and what “potluck” item you are bringing. Please take time from your busy schedule to join us after the 10:00 am Service to decorate the Church in time for the Christ Child’s visit.

Friday, December 21, 2018

6:00 pm

St. Mark’s Episcopal Church is having a Blue Christmas service at 6:00 pm on
Friday, December 21st. This liturgy is especially for those whose experience
of the Christmas season is not one of cheer and festivity. For many Christmas
can be a profoundly sad and lonely time, a reminder of loss and brokenness. The death or impending death of a loved one, loss of health or employment, family crises, separation or divorce, and depression are some of the many reasons that Christmas can be painful and isolating.

Held on the longest night of the year, the winter solstice, this is a quiet, meditative
service of Holy Communion honoring the birth of Christ. The lighting
of candles offers opportunity for remembrance, reflection, prayer and spiritual
healing. One can grieve knowing they are not alone and be comforted
and strengthened by the love of Christ and those present. In Jesus Christ,
Emmanuel, God is with us. Burdens can be lightened, peace and hope restored.
Come for yourself, for someone you love or for those who suffer around the
world. A light shines in the darkness. All are welcome!

Sunday, December 16, 2018

6:30 p.m.

Please join us Sunday evening, as we sing joyfully in preparation for
the coming of the Christ Child. All are welcome!

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When: Third Sunday of Each Month

Where: St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 335 Locust Street, Johnstown

Time: 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

Why: To pray via various methods for our community, our nation, and our world. To also share conversations and find new relationships together.

Sunday October 21, 2018: Healing Service

Sunday November 18, 2018: Evensong

Sunday December 16, 2018: Advent Lessons and Carols

   Traditional Episcopal service during the Advent           Season in preparation for the celebration of Christmas.

Sunday January 20, 2019: Vespers

Sunday February 17, 2019: Compline

Sunday March 17, 2019: Celtic Worship

Sunday May 19, 2019: Taize