We treasure the Word, baptismal water, and the bread and wine of holy communion. We want to nurture a culture and a love for the heritage of rich but very down-to-earth worship. It's called liturgical; it's historical, biblical, and invites participation by the whole family.  It's simple worship. Join us.

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[Jesus said] “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments. And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Helper, to be with you forever, even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees Him nor knows Him. You know Him, for He dwells with you and will be in you.”

Have you ever seen a movie or read a book about demonic possession? The idea of having an evil spirit live in somebody is horrible. It’s the spiritual equivalent of rape;—a kind of forced intimacy that is never supposed to happen, a horrible imitation of true union.
But what Jesus is talking about today is the total opposite. As believers in Jesus, we have the Holy Spirit living in us;—as close as can be, but never forcing Himself on us or coming where He is not wanted. No, He would never do a thing like that! He behaves like Jesus, full of grace and love.
The Spirit is not a force or power. He is a Person;—in fact, He is the Third Person of the Trinity, one God together with the Father and the Son. We don’t fully understand Him, but we experience Him, because He is the One who makes us believers in Jesus. Without His help, we would not know or trust in Jesus. We would be in darkness. The Holy Spirit is the light by which we see. And He is the only One who comforts us and makes us strong, holding us up in faith even when we suffer.
What a wonderful gift Jesus promised us! And He kept His promise on Pentecost, when He sent the Spirit to all God’s people. Now all of us who trust in Jesus have the Holy Spirit for our constant Companion, teaching us, forgiving us, and helping us to grow up in Jesus, until we reach the full measure of what God plans for us to be.
When we are confused, we can ask the Holy Spirit for wisdom. When we are afraid, we can rely on Him for courage. We are never alone;—never separated from the God who loves us. And we know this is true because Jesus promised us;—and He is the One who loved us enough to suffer, die, and rise for our sake.
This Devotion was written by Dr. Kari Vo.
In the Old Testament, Isaiah is the theologian par excellence. No book in the Old Testament comes close to Isaiah. The prophet’s saving message, soaring language, and unforgettable imagery are tightly woven into the fabric of Christian hymnody, liturgy, and devotional literature. Isaiah's influence on the New Testament is massive. Isaiah articulates Christology, ecclesiology, and missiology.

Join us as we work through the Book of Isaiah!

We’re taking a break this Sunday
so everyone can spend time with their families. 
See ya next week!

KIDS NEED TIME TO CONNECT WITH JESUS
Jesus Connections is connecting kids to Jesus by teaching them how to be:
ROOTED IN THE WORD OF GOD
 DWELL WITH CHRIST & 
BRANCH OUT INTO THE WORLD
This is our way of passing the baton of faith to the next generation.
Following Fellowship, children are invited to join the teachers for learning and fun as they explore how Jesus loves and cares for them. The curriculum is Bible-based and introduced in an age-appropriate way with interactive and hands-on activities to support the children's learning. These classes are geared towards preschool - 6th grade.

We’ll be taking a break on Mother’s Day so families can spend that special time together. 

 

A Heart Like Mary’s

Humble, faithful, and full of trust.

As we celebrate our mothers and mother figures this week, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the character of Mary. She showed incredible humility, trust, and a willingness to follow God’s plan—even when it wasn’t easy or fully understood. Her quiet strength and faithful heart remind us what it looks like to listen, trust, and say “yes” to what God is calling us to do.

We hope this short reflection encourages meaningful conversations at home as you celebrate the love, care, and faith we see in the women who bless our lives.

Want to learn more about how Lutherans understand and honor Mary? Check out the link below:
 https://resources.lcms.org/history/luthers-love-for-st-mary-queen-of-heaven/
 No matter if they’re crispy, crunchy, soft, chewy, thin, thick, or sweet we will love them! Perfect for sharing.

You are what you eat, so eat something sweet!

Interested in learning what Lutherans believe, teach, and confess? Interested in becoming a member of St. Mark Lutheran Church? Already a member and want to refresh your knowledge of the church?

 Join us for LUTHERAN ROOTS Wednesdays @ 6 p.m.!

There will be a members' Congregational Meeting on May 17th for election of officers for Church Council and Preschool Board. The following leadership positions are available:
Church Council:
President
Treasurer
Christian Education Chairperson
Head Trustee
Preschool Board:
Chairperson
Treasurer

Church members, please prayerfully consider one of these positions to be a part of the Leadership Team at St. Mark Lutheran Church. We would love to have your knowledge and expertise in making important decisions to keep our Church and Preschool operating the best.

LWML will be hosting its annual Rhubarb and Rummage sale June 5 & 6 and June 12 & 13, so start cleaning out your closets and garage!  We are unable to accept clothing or shoes again this year. 

We so appreciate the treasures you donate!

Men of St. Mark! 

If your week runs on coffee, bacon, and brotherly encouragement, we’ve got good news.

Join us for men’s breakfast featuring:
Food that tastes better than it is good for you.
Coffee strong enough to forgive your sins. (Not even Close!)
Conversation ranging from Scripture to sports to “remember when…”
Fellowship without singing solos or being volunteered for anything. (Probably)

Come hungry and leave fed. No RSVP required - but pants are!

Lord, provide healing, peace, strength, comfort, and understanding… 

HEALTH
Paul Holmes - Recovering at home from back surgery.
Donna Taylor ( Julie F.’s Niece) - Surgery for a ruptured appendix a month ago, which has progressed to a systemic infection.
Aaron Byers - Tumor has grown since last PET scan.
Carol Doerr - Had emergency back surgery on Friday 4/10. Prayers for a successful recovery, comfort, and strength.
Family of Ray Burnett (friend of John Rose) - Ray passed away from stage four throat cancer. 
Jim Johnston - Fell while at home, fracturing his hip, and was taken to Salt Lake for surgery. His surgery was successful, and he will spend the next few weeks recovering in Salt Lake.
Bruce (Daniel Hood’s Friend) - In ICU after a stroke and may not recover.
MILITARY
Mathew Eisinger - As he deploys with the Army to Poland, Sept. 16th, for 9 months. 
Wyatt & Jake Bradford - Wyatt Bradford serves in the Navy in Okinawa, and Jake Bradford, U.S. Marines, serving in Camp Lejeune.
Jeffrey Byers (Jerry & Lori's nephew) - Is in the Marines & is being deployed to Iran.
We pray for God’s protection, guidance, and peace, for those away from home or in need, 
 as well as comfort and strength for their families during this trying time.

Lord, in Your mercy, hear our prayers.

For prayer requests or changes to a current prayer, please email  stmarkelko@gmail.com.

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