Our 2024 Annual Pledge Campaign is underway. To learn more about us, go to Stewardship. To make your pledge, click here. Your ongoing support of our mission and ministries is very important.

If you are not ready to pledge but would like to make a donation to support St. Mark’s and our ministries, please go to Donate.

Holy Eucharist Sundays at 10:00AM In-person & via Zoom

Join us on Sunday Mornings at 10:00AM for Holy Eucharist in-person or via Zoom. We offer Rite I on the fourth Sunday of each month. We offer Rite II on the other weeks. Masks are optional. Coffee hour follows the service. All are welcome.

The worship service bulletin is available under Worship.

If you are not feeling well, please participate via Zoom. To join us via Zoom, please contact The Reverend Nancy Threadgill (revnancy-stmarks@atlanticbbn.net) or (814) 535-6797 in advance of the service to obtain the login information. Sign-in will begin 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the event. Please be patient as it may take a few minutes to admit everyone.

Compline at The Rectory Wednesday January 10 at 7:00PM

We will be gathering at The Rectory, 102 Leila St, Johnstown, PA 15905 for the
service of Compline, the “goodnight prayer of the church.” Service bulletins will be provided. Please bring a chair if you would like to sit. Wine, cheese and crackers will be available. Please come join us for prayer and fellowship. If you would like to join us by zoom, please send an email or call the church by noon Wednesday (1/10).

St. Mark’s Discernment Process

Annual Parish Meeting Sunday January 28 following the 10:00AM Worship Service In-person and via Zoom

All members of St. Mark’s are strongly encouraged to attend this important meeting. We will be reviewing and voting to approve the 2024 Parish Budget and authorize transfers from our Trust Accounts. In addition, we will be electing one Lay Deputy to Diocesan Convention (3-year term beginning 7/01/2024). Please plan to attend either in-person or via Zoom.

What are the Seasons of Advent and Christmas?

Advent Resources for Worship and Study

Check out the new resources for children, youth and families, including a Letter to Santa printable form with a gratitude twist. A wide variety of resources for adults are available too.

Advent and Christmas Events 2023

All events described below will be held at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 335 Locust Street, downtown Johnstown PA 15905, unless otherwise noted. The events are free. All are welcome. Masks are optional at all events. 

Bulletins for the Worship Services will be available at the Worship Service Bulletin tab under Worship in the menu above.

If you are not feeling well, please participate via Zoom. If you wish to participate via Zoom, please contact The Reverend Nancy Threadgill at revnancy-stmarks@atlanticbbn.net or (814) 535-6797 in advance of the event to obtain login information.

2024 Annual Pledge Campaign

Our 2024 Annual Pledge Campaign is underway. To learn more about us, go to Stewardship. To make your pledge, click here. Your ongoing support of our mission and ministries is very important. Thank you for helping us to be the hands and feet of Our Lord Jesus Christ.

If you are not ready to pledge but would like to make a donation to support St. Mark’s and our ministries, go to Donate

St. Mark’s Discernment Process

It’s that time of year when we have to put a call out for donations for St. Mark’s Pet Food Pantry. It’s a time of year when we are running so low on funds and with Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays around the

corner and folks having extra costs in their daily lives, the need for help is really urgent.

In October we assisted 155 families and every month the total gets larger. Since our fund drive last year and from Jan 2023 through October 2023 we have given out dry dog food 9,744 lbs. and dry cat food 10,740 lbs. This does not include kitten food which is also in the hundreds of lbs. plus puppy food. Afraid treats are no longer available due to increased costs of all animal food.

So once again we ask all  the kind folks who every year come forward and help us with the funds and allow us to carry on helping the needy pets in our area. Donations can be made via our Donate tab or sent to St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 335 Locust St. Johnstown PA 15901 and donations of food can be dropped off at the church. If you have any questions please call the Church at 814-535-6797. Thank you and God Bless, Mrs. Cynthia Greig, St. Mark’s Pet Food Ministry

Halupki Harvest: Stuffed Cabbage Take-out Dinner Saturday November 18, 2023 11:00AM-1:00PM

Take-out Only. Meals must be ordered in advance. Dinner consists of 1 Halupki, 2 Pierogies, a serving of Halushki, and 2 cookies. Plate price: $10.00 To order call (814) 535-6797 or email stmarks@atlanticbbn.net

Holy Eucharist Sundays at 10:00AM In-person and via Zoom

Join us on Sunday Mornings at 10:00AM for Holy Eucharist in-person or via Zoom. We offer Rite I on the fourth Sunday of each month. We offer Rite II on the other weeks. Masks are optional. Coffee hour follows the service. All are welcome.

The worship service bulletin is available here and under Worship.

If you are not feeling well, please participate via Zoom. To join us via Zoom, please contact The Reverend Nancy Threadgill (revnancy-stmarks@atlanticbbn.net) or (814) 535-6797 in advance of the service to obtain the login information. Sign-in will begin 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the event. Please be patient as it may take a few minutes to admit everyone.

Compline at The Rectory Wednesday November 8 at 7:00PM

We will be gathering at The Rectory, 102 Leila St, Johnstown, PA 15905 for the
service of Compline, the “goodnight prayer of the church.” Service bulletins will be provided. Please bring a chair if you would like to sit. (There is no furniture at the rectory.) Wine, cheese and crackers will be available. Please come join us for prayer and fellowship. If you would like to join us by zoom, please send an email or call the church by noon Wednesday (11/08).

Thanksgiving Day Holy Eucharist Rite II Thursday November 23 at 10:00 AM In-person and via Zoom

Join us at 10:00 AM on Thanksgiving Day Thursday November 23 for Holy Eucharist Rite II in-person and via Zoom. All are welcome. Coffee hour follows the service. The Worship Service Bulletin will be available here and under Worship. Masks are optional. If you are not feeling well, please participate via Zoom.

St. Mark’s Discernment Process

Our Priest-in-Charge, The Reverend Nancy L. Threadgill will be retiring soon. We and St. Francis-in-the-Fields in Somerset, PA will share a new priest. We have begun the discernment process that ultimately will lead to our calling our new priest. Monthly updates on our progress are available in our newsletter, The Grapevine, found under the main menu tab “About.” Now and throughout the process, we ask that you join us in praying the following prayer for guidance.

Gracious and loving God, you know us better than we know ourselves. Guide the Discernment Committees, Vestries, and people of St. Francis-in-the Fields and St. Mark’s through this time of transition and discernment. We pray that your Holy Spirit continues to open our hearts and minds to new opportunities and ideas; so that we may follow where you lead — knowing that Jesus Christ walks with us each step of the way.

Empower each and every member of the Discernment Committees to use their gifts for ministry to the fullest; to share their thoughts openly and honestly; to respect the opinions of others; and to encourage humility, patience, and joy.

Finally, instill in all the people of St. Mark’s and St. Francis in-the-Fields a glorious vision of the future; that, guided by your Holy Spirit, we may be united in love — with warm hearts, enlightened minds and open arms — so that we may gladly accomplish the mission to which you are calling us; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Adapted from Rector Search Committee Prayer, Christ Church, Winnetka, IL

Join us on Sunday Mornings at 10:00AM for Holy Eucharist in-person or via Zoom. We offer Rite I on the fourth Sunday of each month. We offer Rite II on the other weeks. Masks are optional. Coffee hour follows the service. All are welcome.

The worship service bulletin is available here and under Worship.

If you are not feeling well, please participate via Zoom. To join us via Zoom, please contact The Reverend Nancy Threadgill (revnancy-stmarks@atlanticbbn.net) or (814) 535-6797 in advance of the service to obtain the login information. Sign-in will begin 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the event. Please be patient as it may take a few minutes to admit everyone.

ST. MARK’S DISCERNMENT PROCESS

Our Priest-in-Charge, The Reverend Nancy L. Threadgill will be retiring soon. We and St. Francis-in-the-Fields in Somerset, PA will share a new priest. We have begun the discernment process that ultimately will lead to our calling our new priest. Monthly updates on our progress are available in our newsletter, The Grapevine, found under the main menu tab “About.” Now and throughout the process, we ask that you join us in praying the following prayer for guidance.

Gracious and loving God, you know us better than we know ourselves. Guide the Discernment Committees, Vestries, and people of St. Francis-in-the Fields and St. Mark’s through this time of transition and discernment. We pray that your Holy Spirit continues to open our hearts and minds to new opportunities and ideas; so that we may follow where you lead — knowing that Jesus Christ walks with us each step of the way.

Empower each and every member of the Discernment Committees to use their gifts for ministry to the fullest; to share their thoughts openly and honestly; to respect the opinions of others; and to encourage humility, patience, and joy.

Finally, instill in all the people of St. Mark’s and St. Francis in-the-Fields a glorious vision of the future; that, guided by your Holy Spirit, we may be united in love — with warm hearts, enlightened minds and open arms — so that we may gladly accomplish the mission to which you are calling us; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Adapted from Rector Search Committee Prayer, Christ Church, Winnetka, IL

It is with heavy but thankful hearts that we report that our Beloved Maggie and Mark are now enjoying a new life at the Rainbow Bridge. Maggie passed away during the night of October 9 and Mark joined her on October 17. Both died of feline lymphoma. Maggie was a shy, gentle cat who loved everyone and welcomed them at St. Mark’s for the past 8 ½ years whether it was greeting them in the Ladies’ Chapel on Sunday Morning or just saying hello to visitors. Mark was a bit more outgoing and was happy to join everyone for a meeting or a meal. They were the Ambassadors to the Pet Food Ministry for 8 ½ beautiful years. We miss them greatly, but are thankful for the time we had with them.

Holy Eucharist Sundays at 10:00AM In-person & via Zoom

Join us on Sunday Mornings at 10:00AM for Holy Eucharist in-person or via Zoom. We offer Rite I on the fourth Sunday of each month. We offer Rite II on the other weeks. Masks are optional. Coffee hour follows the service. All are welcome.

The worship service bulletin is available here and under Worship.

If you are not feeling well, please participate via Zoom. To join us via Zoom, please contact The Reverend Nancy Threadgill (revnancy-stmarks@atlanticbbn.net) or (814) 535-6797 in advance of the service to obtain the login information. Sign-in will begin 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the event. Please be patient as it may take a few minutes to admit everyone.

ST. MARK’S DISCERNMENT PROCESS

Our Priest-in-Charge, The Reverend Nancy L. Threadgill will be retiring soon. We and St. Francis-in-the-Fields in Somerset, PA will share a new priest. We have begun the discernment process that ultimately will lead to our calling our new priest. Monthly updates on our progress are available in our newsletter, The Grapevine, found under the main menu tab “About.” Now and throughout the process, we ask that you join us in praying the following prayer for guidance.

Gracious and loving God, you know us better than we know ourselves. Guide the Discernment Committees, Vestries, and people of St. Francis-in-the Fields and St. Mark’s through this time of transition and discernment. We pray that your Holy Spirit continues to open our hearts and minds to new opportunities and ideas; so that we may follow where you lead — knowing that Jesus Christ walks with us each step of the way.

Empower each and every member of the Discernment Committees to use their gifts for ministry to the fullest; to share their thoughts openly and honestly; to respect the opinions of others; and to encourage humility, patience, and joy.

Finally, instill in all the people of St. Mark’s and St. Francis in-the-Fields a glorious vision of the future; that, guided by your Holy Spirit, we may be united in love — with warm hearts, enlightened minds and open arms — so that we may gladly accomplish the mission to which you are calling us; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Adapted from Rector Search Committee Prayer, Christ Church, Winnetka, IL

BISHOP KETLEN SOLAK’S ANNUAL VISIT Sunday October 8 at 10:00AM In-person and via Zoom

Join us for a special Holy Eucharist Rite II followed by a reception honoring Bishop Ketlen. The Bishop will be the Principal Celebrant at the Lord’s Table and preach the Gospel. All are welcome.

The worship service bulletin is available here and under Worship.

If you are not feeling well, please participate via Zoom. To join us via Zoom, please contact The Reverend Nancy Threadgill (revnancy-stmarks@atlanticbbn.net) or (814) 535-6797 in advance of the service to obtain the login information. Sign-in will begin 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the event. Please be patient as it may take a few minutes to admit everyone.

BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS AND BAKE SALE Saturday October 7 10:00AM-1:00PM

In honor of the Feast of St. Francis, St. Mark’s is holding its annual Blessing of the Animals and Bake Sale on Saturday October 7, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. in the church courtyard. Rain or shine. Everyone is invited to bring their beloved pet of any species for a special personalized blessing by St. Mark’s priest The Reverend Nancy L. Threadgill. Please keep dogs on leashes and other pets gently restrained as appropriate for their species.

Assorted baked goods and other edible items will be available for sale.

 A Prayer for Animals and Those Who Care for Them

Dear God, You have given us care over all living things; protect and bless the animals who give us companionship and delight and make us their true friends and worthy companions.  Amen.

COMPLINE AT THE RECTORY  Wednesday, October 11 7:00PM In-person and via Zoom The Rectory 102 Leila St. – in Southmont 

We will be gathering monthly at the Rectory for the service of Compline, the “goodnight prayer of the church.” The dates will vary each month. Our next gathering will be Wednesday October 11, 2023. Service bulletins will be provided. Please bring a chair if you would like to sit. (There is no furniture at the rectory) Wine, cheese and crackers will be available Please come join us for prayer and fellowship. If you would like to join us by zoom, please send an email or call the church by noon Wednesday (10/11).

ST. MARK’S DISCERNMENT PROCESS

Our Priest-in-Charge, The Reverend Nancy L. Threadgill will be retiring soon. We and St. Francis-in-the-Fields in Somerset, PA will share a new priest. We have begun the discernment process that ultimately will lead to our calling our new priest. Monthly updates on our progress are available in our newsletter, The Grapevine, found under the main menu tab “About.” Now and throughout the process, we ask that you join us in praying the following prayer for guidance.

Gracious and loving God, you know us better than we know ourselves. Guide the Discernment Committees, Vestries, and people of St. Francis-in-the Fields and St. Mark’s through this time of transition and discernment. We pray that your Holy Spirit continues to open our hearts and minds to new opportunities and ideas; so that we may follow where you lead — knowing that Jesus Christ walks with us each step of the way.

Empower each and every member of the Discernment Committees to use their gifts for ministry to the fullest; to share their thoughts openly and honestly; to respect the opinions of others; and to encourage humility, patience, and joy.

Finally, instill in all the people of St. Mark’s and St. Francis in-the-Fields a glorious vision of the future; that, guided by your Holy Spirit, we may be united in love — with warm hearts, enlightened minds and open arms — so that we may gladly accomplish the mission to which you are calling us; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Adapted from Rector Search Committee Prayer, Christ Church, Winnetka, IL

HOLY EUCHARIST Sunday mornings at 10:00AM In-person and via Zoom Join us on Sunday Mornings at 10:00AM for Holy Eucharist in-person or via Zoom. We offer Rite I on the fourth Sunday of each month. We offer Rite II on the other weeks. Masks are optional. Coffee hour follows the service. All are welcome. The worship service bulletin will be available here and under Worship. If you are not feeling well, please participate via Zoom. To join us via Zoom, please contact The Reverend Nancy Threadgill (revnancy-stmarks@atlanticbbn.net) or (814) 535-6797 in advance of the service to obtain the login information. Sign-in will begin 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the event. Please be patient as it may take a few minutes to admit everyone.

COMPLINE AT THE RECTORY Wednesday, September 13 7:00PM In-person and via Zoom The Rectory 102 Leila St. – in Southmont We will be gathering monthly at the Rectory for the service of Compline, the “goodnight prayer of the church.” The dates will vary each month. Our next gathering will be Wednesday September 13, 2023. Service bulletins will be provided. Please bring a chair if you would like to sit. (There is no furniture at the rectory) Wine, cheese and crackers will be available Please come join us for prayer and fellowship. If you would like to join us by zoom, please send an email or call the church by noon Wednesday (9/13).

SATURDAY’S KITCHEN Saturday, September 16 10:30AM to 12:30PM St. Mark’s will be serving at Saturday’s Kitchen September 16th from 10:30 to 12:30. We are in need of at least 6 volunteers to help assemble dinners and serve. Please call Kitty Batrus at 814-288-1848 or email kittyb2666@gmail.com

FALL CLEAN-UP Saturday, September 23 9:00AM to 12:00Noon Bishop Ketlen will be here Sunday, October 7th. Over the summer the weeds have cropped up and the plants have grown like crazy. We want the church to look nice for her visit. Please take time from your busy schedule to help beautify the Church Courtyard and surroundings. Bring your favorite yard tools: gloves, rakes, and small garden tools. We will supply bags and boxes to for the weeds and other trimmings. If everyone can do a little, we can get it done. The more workers, the less time it will take to get the job done!

ANNUAL PARISH MEETING Sunday, September 24 Following the 10:00AM Service In-person and via Zoom Nomination of Vestry Members, Election of Vestry Members, Report on the State of the Parish. Please attend.

ST. MARK’S DISCERNMENT PROCESS Our Priest-in-Charge, The Reverend Nancy L. Threadgill will be retiring soon. We and St. Francis-in-the-Fields in Somerset, PA will share a new priest. We have begun the discernment process that ultimately will lead to our calling our new priest. We will post additional information about where we are in the process as we go along. Now and throughout the process, we ask that you join us in praying the following prayer for guidance.

Gracious and loving God, you know us better than we know ourselves. Guide the Discernment Committees, Vestries, and people of St. Francis-in-the Fields and St. Mark’s through this time of transition and discernment. We pray that your Holy Spirit continues to open our hearts and minds to new opportunities and ideas; so that we may follow where you lead — knowing that Jesus Christ walks with us each step of the way.

Empower each and every member of the Discernment Committees to use their gifts for ministry to the fullest; to share their thoughts openly and honestly; to respect the opinions of others; and to encourage humility, patience, and joy.

Finally, instill in all the people of St. Mark’s and St. Francis in-the-Fields a glorious vision of the future; that, guided by your Holy Spirit, we may be united in love — with warm hearts, enlightened minds and open arms — so that we may gladly accomplish the mission to which you are calling us; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Adapted from Rector Search Committee Prayer, Christ Church, Winnetka, IL

Our Priest-in-Charge, The Reverend Nancy L. Threadgill will be retiring soon. We and St. Francis-in-the-Fields in Somerset, PA will share a new priest. We have begun the discernment process that ultimately will lead to our calling our new priest. We will post additional information about where we are in the process as we go along. Now and throughout the process, we ask that you join us in praying the following prayer for guidance.

Gracious and loving God, you know us better than we know ourselves. Guide the Discernment Committees, Vestries, and people of St. Francis-in-the Fields and St. Mark’s through this time of transition and discernment. We pray that your Holy Spirit continues to open our hearts and minds to new opportunities and ideas; so that we may follow where you lead — knowing that Jesus Christ walks with us each step of the way.

Empower each and every member of the Discernment Committees to use their gifts for ministry to the fullest; to share their thoughts openly and honestly; to respect the opinions of others; and to encourage humility, patience, and joy.

Finally, instill in all the people of St. Mark’s and St. Francis in-the-Fields a glorious vision of the future; that, guided by your Holy Spirit, we may be united in love — with warm hearts, enlightened minds and open arms — so that we may gladly accomplish the mission to which you are calling us; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Adapted from Rector Search Committee Prayer, Christ Church, Winnetka, IL

Holy Eucharist Sunday Mornings at 10:00AM In-person and via Zoom

Join us on Sunday Mornings at 10:00AM for Holy Eucharist in-person or via Zoom. We offer Rite I on the fourth Sunday of each month. We offer Rite II on the other weeks. Masks are optional. Coffee hour follows the service. All are welcome.

The worship service bulletin will be available here and under Worship.

If you are not feeling well, please participate via Zoom.

To join us via Zoom, please contact The Reverend Nancy Threadgill (revnancy-stmarks@atlanticbbn.net) or (814) 535-6797 in advance of the service to obtain the login information. Sign-in will begin 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the event. Please be patient as it may take a few minutes to admit everyone.

Join us at 7:00PM on Wednesday August 30 at The Rectory for Compline. You can participate either in-person or via Zoom. Masks are optional. If you are not feeling well, please participate via Zoom.

For directions to The Rectory or to join us via Zoom, please contact The Reverend Nancy Threadgill (revnancy-stmarks@atlanticbbn.net) or (814) 535-6797 in advance of the service. Sign-in via Zoom will begin 10 minutes prior to the beginning of the event. Please be patient as it may take a few minutes to admit everyone.

Holy Eucharist Sunday Mornings at 10:00AM In-person and via Zoom

Join us on Sunday Mornings at 10:00AM for Holy Eucharist in-person or via Zoom. We offer Rite I on the fourth Sunday of each month. We offer Rite II on the other weeks. Masks are optional. Coffee hour follows the service. All are welcome.

The worship service bulletin is available here and under Worship.

If you are not feeling well, please participate via Zoom.

To join us via Zoom, please contact The Reverend Nancy Threadgill (revnancy-stmarks@atlanticbbn.net) or (814) 535-6797 in advance of the service to obtain the login information. Sign-in will begin 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the event. Please be patient as it may take a few minutes to admit everyone.

St. Mark’s is holding a BBQ Pulled Pork Take-out Picnic Lunch fundraiser on Saturday August 26, 2023 from 11:00AM – 1:00PM. Each lunch consists of a BBQ pulled pork sandwich,* macaroni & cheese, coleslaw and two cookies. * A vegetarian option (veggie crumbles in BBQ sauce) is available but must be requested when placing order. Cost per meal is $10.00. The lunch is take-out only and must be ordered in advance. To order, call (814) 535-6797 or email stmarks@atlanticbbn.net. Deadline: Friday, August 25, 2023 at 5:00PM. Proceeds benefit St. Mark’s ministries.     

Holy Eucharist Sunday Mornings at 10:00AM In-person and via Zoom

Join us on Sunday Mornings at 10:00AM for Holy Eucharist in-person or via Zoom. We offer Rite I on the fourth Sunday of each month. We offer Rite II on the other weeks. Masks are optional. Coffee hour follows the service. All are welcome.

The worship service bulletin is available here and under Worship.

If you are not feeling well, please participate via Zoom.

To join us via Zoom, please contact The Reverend Nancy Threadgill (revnancy-stmarks@atlanticbbn.net) or (814) 535-6797 in advance of the service to obtain the login information. Sign-in will begin 15 minutes prior to the beginning of the event. Please be patient as it may take a few minutes to admit everyone.