Thanksgiving will be here again in a few weeks and here at St. Mark’s Pet Pantry we are hoping the good and faithful folks that always come through for us and allow us to stay open, will once again make this happen.
It’s been a busy expensive year but we have managed to help all who come each month. It varies between 140 to 150 families each month.
In October we helped to feed 196 dogs, 34 puppies and 610 cats, 114 kittens, not to mention the food we give extra to people to feed the feral cats, over a 1/3 of the cats total are feral.
Total amounts for the year to date from January are dry food 9,234lbs for dogs and 12,762lbs for cats.
We are grateful for any donations and any money donations sent direct to church. St. Mark’s Episcopal Church,335 Locust Street, Johnstown PA 15901 (814) 535-6797 Donations of food can be sent by Chewy or dropped at church Tues to Friday 10am to 3pm.
Pet Food dates. Nov 6th and 7th, 2024, Dec 4th and 5th at church.
Thanking you all once again for past help.
Blessings,
Cynthia Greig, St. Mark’s Pet Food Pantry Coordinator
Holy Eucharist Sundays at 9:00AM In-person and via Zoom
Join us on Sunday Morning at 9:00AM for Holy Eucharist Rite II in-person or via Zoom. On the fourth Sunday of each month we offer Holy Eucharist Rite I. Masks are optional. Coffee hour follows the service. All are welcome. The worship service bulletin will be available under Worship. To join us via Zoom, please contact The Reverend Nancy Threadgill at revnancy-stmarks@atlanticbbn.net or (814) 535-6797 in advance of the service to obtain the login information.
Blessing of the Animals and Bake Sale Saturday October 5 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 5, 2024 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.
Bishop Ketlen Solak’s Annual Visitation and Potluck Lunch Sunday October 6 at 9:00AMIn-person and via Zoom
Join us for a special Holy Eucharist Rite II followed by a potluck lunch 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 will be 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.
We will nominate and elect new Vestry Members for a three-year term to begin October 1, 2024. Our Senior Warden will present a “Report on the State of the Parish.” After the meeting, we will share a potluck brunch. Please try to attend this important meeting and bring a dish to share.
Our Sunday Worship Service Time Has Changed!
Our service now starts at 9:00AM (an hour earlier than in the past). Services will continue to start at 9:0AM throughout September and October. In November and December 2024, our service will start at 11:30AM. All services will be available in-person and via Zoom. Coffee hour will follow the service.
Why the change? Bishop Ketlen has asked our Priest-in-Charge, The Reverend Nancy Threadgill to provide Sunday Holy Eucharist for both St. Mark’s and our sister parish St. Francis-in-the-Fields, Somerset. Both parishes surveyed their parishioners last autumn to see what service times they preferred. Both parishes selected these two times. We are testing the waters to see how this schedule works for both parishes in preparation for our sharing a full-time Priest-in-Charge in the near future.
We will continue to offer Holy Eucharist Rite II most Sundays. On the fourth Sunday of each month we offer Holy Eucharist Rite I. If our Priest is unavailable, we offer Morning Prayer. Masks are optional. All are welcome. The worship service bulletin will be available under Worship.
To join us via Zoom, please contact The Reverend Nancy Threadgill at revnancy-stmarks@atlanticbbn.net or (814) 535-6797 in advance of the service to obtain the
Starting September 1, 2024 our service will start at 9:00AM (an hour earlier than in the past). Services will continue to start at 9:0AM throughout September and October. In November and December 2024, our service will start at 11:30AM. All services will be available in-person and via Zoom. Coffee hour will follow the service.
Why the change? Bishop Ketlen has asked our Priest-in-Charge, The Reverend Nancy Threadgill to provide Sunday Holy Eucharist for both St. Mark’s and our sister parish St. Francis-in-the-Fields, Somerset. Both parishes surveyed their parishioners last autumn to see what service times they preferred. Both parishes selected these two times. We are testing the waters to see how this schedule works for both parishes in preparation for our sharing a full-time Priest-in-Charge in the near future.
We will continue to offer Holy Eucharist Rite II most Sundays. On the fourth Sunday of each month we offer Holy Eucharist Rite I. If our Priest is unavailable, we offer Morning Prayer. Masks are optional. All are welcome. The worship service bulletin will be available under Worship.
To join us via Zoom, please contact The Reverend Nancy Threadgill at revnancy-stmarks@atlanticbbn.net or (814) 535-6797 in advance of the service to obtain the login information.
Saturday’s Kitchen September 7
St. Mark’s will be serving at Saturday’s Kitchen September 7th from 10:30AM to 12:30PM. We are in need of at least 6 volunteers to help assemble dinners and serve. Please call Kitty Batrus at 814-288-1848or email kittyb2666@gmail.com
Fall Clean Up Sunday, September 15 Following the 9:00 AM Service (Rain date on Saturday September 28)
Bishop Ketlen will be here Sunday, October 6th. We want the church to look nice for her visit. Over the summer the weeds have cropped up and the plants have grown like crazy. The courtyard and garden beds in front and on the side of the church are in much need to pruning and trimming. We’ll gather after the 9 AM service to get started on the clean-up. If we need more time, we set aside Saturday, September 28 as the rain date. Wear your work clothes to church. Bring your favorite yard tools: gloves, rakes, and small garden tools. We will supply bags and boxes for the weeds and other trimmings. If everyone can do a little, we can get it done.
Annual Parish Meeting & Potluck Brunch Sunday, September 22 Following the 9:00 AM Service
We will nominate and elect new Vestry Members for a three-year term to begin October 1, 2024. Our Senior Warden will present a “Report on the State of the Parish.” After the meeting, we will share a potluck brunch. Please try to attend this important meeting and bring a dish to share.
Join us on Sunday Morning at 10:00AM for Holy Eucharist Rite II in-person or via Zoom. On the fourth Sunday of each month we offer Holy Eucharist Rite I. Masks are optional. Coffee hour follows the service. All are welcome. The worship service bulletin will be available under Worship. To join us via Zoom, please contact The Reverend Nancy Threadgill at revnancy-stmarks@atlanticbbn.net or (814) 535-6797 in advance of the service to obtain the login information.
BBQ Pulled Pork Take-out Picnic Lunch Order Deadline: Monday August 5
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. Price 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. Order Deadline: Monday August 5, 2024 at 5:00PM. Pre-ordered lunches can be picked up on Saturday August 17 from 11:00AM – 1:00PM. Proceeds benefit St. Mark’s ministries.
Compline at The Rectory Wednesday August 14 at 7:00PM In-person and via Zoom
The service of Compline is the “goodnight prayer of the church.” The Rectory is located at 102 Leila Street in Southmont Borough, Johnstown. Service bulletins will be provided. A period for fellowship will follow the service. Wine, cheese and crackers will be available.
Sunday July 21 10:00AM Please bring body wash or shampoo to give to McCullough House residents. Jewelry will be for sale after the service–proceeds benefit Pastoral Care
Masks are optional. Coffee hour follows the worship services. All are welcome. Worship service bulletins will be available under Worship. To join us via Zoom, please contact The Reverend Nancy Threadgill at revnancy-stmarks@atlanticbbn.net or (814) 535-6797 in advance of the service to obtain the login information.
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 under Worship. To join us via Zoom, please contact The Reverend Nancy Threadgill at revnancy-stmarks@atlanticbbn.net or (814) 535-6797 in advance of the service to obtain the login information.
St. Mark’s in Johnstown and St. Francis in the Fields in Somerset, PA seek a shared full-time Priest-in-Charge. To learn more about this exciting opportunity and apply, click “Shared Priest-in-Charge Search” or go to our Main Menu.
Holy EucharistSundays 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 under Worship. To join us via Zoom, please contact The Reverend Nancy Threadgill at revnancy-stmarks@atlanticbbn.net or (814) 535-6797 in advance of the service to obtain the login information.
Holy Week and Easter Sunday Worship Service Schedule
All services will be available in-person and via Zoom. The bulletins will be available below and under Worship/Worship Service Bulletins on this website. To participate in the service via Zoom, please email The Reverend Nancy L. Threadgill at revnancy-stmarks@atlanticbbn.net. Zoom invitations and bulletins for each service will be sent prior to the service.
St. Mark’s and St. Francis in the Fields Seek Shared Full-time Priest-in-Charge
St. Mark’s in Johnstown and St. Francis in the Fields in Somerset, PA seek a shared full-time Priest-in-Charge. To learn more about this exciting opportunity and apply, click “Shared Priest-in-Charge Search” or go to our Main Menu.
St. Mark’s in Johnstown and St. Francis in the Fields in Somerset, PA seek a shared full-time Priest-in-Charge. To learn more about this exciting opportunity and apply, click “Shared Priest-in-Charge Search” or go to our Main Menu.
Holy EucharistSundays 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 under Worship.
To join us via Zoom, please contact The Reverend Nancy Threadgill at revnancy-stmarks@atlanticbbn.net or (814) 535-6797 in advance of the service to obtain the login information.
Palm Sunday Pot Luck Luncheon (Ham Loaf)
On Palm Sunday March 24, bring a side dish or dessert to share and join us following the 10:00AM worship service for a potluck luncheon in the Fellowship Hall. We will provide the main dish (ham loaf.) Everyone is welcome.
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