Week of January 4
Forefeast of the Theophany of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ
Sunday, January 4, 2026
Printable version →Welcome Parishioners, Guests, and Seekers! We welcome you to our parish home and hope that you will be comfortable and experience the love of Christ!
This Sunday
Services
- 9:00 AMOrthros
- 10:00 AMDivine Liturgy
Readings
- Orthros GospelJohn 20:11-18
- Epistle2 Timothy 4:5-8
- GospelMark 1:1-8
This Week
Feast of Theophany
Monday, January 5thDivine Liturgy at 10 AM, celebrating the Divine Liturgy and the Blessing of the Water. Vespers at 6 PM, preparing for the Great Feast of Theophany.
- 10:00 AMDivine Liturgy
- 6:00 PMVespers
New Schedule of Classes!
Starting Wednesday, January 7thStarting this week we are excited to announce an all new schedule for midweek studies. Bible study times will alternate starting this Wednesday with our 10:30 AM Bible Study. The next week there will be an evening Bible Study at 6 PM. Each month will have a theme; this month is "Theophany and our Personal Baptism." Class Schedule: Wednesday January 7th - 10:30 AM - Bible Study; Wednesday January 14th - 10:30 AM - Moms and Toddlers... & their Priest!; Wednesday January 14th - 6:00 PM - Bible Study; Wednesday January 21st - 10:30 AM - Bible Study; Wednesday January 28th - 10:30 AM - Moms and Toddlers... & their Priest!; Wednesday January 28th - 6:00 PM - Bible Study.
Annual Festival of Tables
Saturday, January 17th, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PMSave the Date! The Festival of Tables is a celebrated annual event featuring beautifully decorated themed tables, a delicious lunch, and a Chinese auction/basket raffle. Enjoy a fun afternoon as volunteers showcase creative table designs ranging from whimsical to elegant. Lunch is included, along with plenty of opportunities to participate in raffles and win exciting items. Proceeds benefit a local children's charity and the St. Mark Building Fund. Tickets: $30 per person (lunch included). To host a table or for more information: Kathy Pangas - 561-827-6262. For raffle item donations: Ron Badami - 516-458-3844.
Choir Practice
Wednesday, January 21 at 6:00 PMJoin us for Choir Practice as we are learning new material! All are welcome, especially new members. We are learning more hymns in English, plus we are preparing for Great Lent (already!) which starts February 23rd. The Holy Scriptures tell us: Speak to one another with psalms, hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord. (Ephesians 5:19)
Heart-to-Heart Meeting
Thursday, January 29 at 6:00 PMJoin us for a Heart-to-Heart Potluck Supper and Training. Please note a change in the meeting date! We will continue training with Father Alexander to build us up in our holy faith to inspire and equip us to minister to those who are sick and suffering. The Holy Scriptures tell us: Truly, I say to you, as you did it not to one of the least of these, you did it not to me. (Matthew 25:45)
Announcements
Book Store Soft Opening!
This week we are excited to announce that our bookstore is finally open! Come and browse for Orthodox Books and select Icons. There will also be free Espresso drinks available for everyone! Over the next few weeks we will be setting up volunteer schedules, taking special orders and selling books. Anything you want just ask!
Women's Singles Group
Calling all single ladies of St. Mark! Join our new group for friendship, connection, and fun—coffee meetups, game days, local trips, and more. Meetings and most events are held during the day. To learn more or sign up: Text Kathy Pangas at 561-827-6262.
A Word on Stewardship
We are excited to announce the start of our parish-wide Stewardship Drive! God is doing great things in our community, and each of us is called to take part in His work. Stewardship sign-ups will be available near the entrance by the candles, and on October 17th, a basket will be placed in front of the icon of The Theotokos. Join us in offering back to God a portion of the blessings He has given us, as we grow together in faith and service. Donate Online.
Submissions to the Bulletin
If you have an update, news, or an event that you would like mentioned in the bulletin reach out to stmarkgocit@gmail.com and the IT team will make sure it gets added.