The Weekly Roar
May 19th
Coming up...
Saturday Charter Day - We will be set up outside the Sanctuary
5pm Evening chapel service
The last Saturday service will be 5/27
and we will begin back up again in the fall
Sunday 8am Holy Eucharist Rite I
10am Holy Eucharist & Rite II
Garden Blessing at Ross Farm following the 10am service
Monday 10am Morning Prayer via Zoom
Wednesday 9am Holy Eucharist Rite II
Thursday 6:30pm Women's Group
We are continuing youth group and Sunday school every other Sunday evening from 5-6:30, including dinner. Please check the calendar for dates.
Visit our website stmarksbr.org for links and schedules to all upcoming services, bulletins, music offerings, signups, and more.
Office Hours: Monday - Thursday, 9am-3pm. The office is closed on Friday.
This Sunday at 11:30am we will meet at the Ross Farm to bless the Giving Garden. We will be joined by St. Bernard's and St. John On The Mountain.
We'll have refreshments along with chairs for those that want to come relax.
While we will not be planting, please come to church dressed for the occasion, and bring a hat, sunscreen, and bug spray. Let's get the garden kicked off with lots of fellowship and joy!
We'll have refreshments along with chairs for those that want to come relax.
While we will not be planting, please come to church dressed for the occasion, and bring a hat, sunscreen, and bug spray. Let's get the garden kicked off with lots of fellowship and joy!
Charter Day 5/20: Prayer Stations at St Mark's
Charter Day will take place on Saturday, May 20th. You are invited to volunteer for our Prayer Station at St Mark's.
Come help to facilitate prayer requests, make message candles and BBQ rub favor jars. Perhaps you could supply homemade lemonade to be served throughout the day? Sign up and help this event boosting with salt, light and vitamins C! Click here to sign up!
Intuitive Eating Program Continues in May
Intuitive Eating is a psychoeducational group that has been meeting at St. Mark's in the Heritage Room on Tuesday evenings from 7:15-8:30pm. All are welcome. We will meet again on 5/23 and discuss dates going forward.
People talk about "healthy eating" and weight control but many still feel confused and down about addressing these issues. This non-diet approach helps people gain understanding, peace, joy and freedom, regarding their food, weight, and body image. Lindy Judd, LCSW, has been counseling and teaching on this subject for over 30 years. If interested or if you have questions, contact Lindy at
908-202-9466. For St. Mark's members, $15/session. (This class/support group will meet three times monthly)
God's Giving Garden
We have been working hard for the past two months to plan our beds, complete Spring clean-up, and plant our early cool-weather crops like broccoli, lettuce, peas and spinach. We have also expanded three existing beds and made one new one.
Weekly work sessions are every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday morning, 9am- noon, weather-permitting.
Come join us!
Next women's group is May 25th
Thank you to Jody Hough for being the hostess for May's Women's group We have a great group of "regulars" already and we all help with cleanup, so hosting is a breeze. Please contact Dawn Knill if you are interested.
Use this link to sign up to bring food and RSVP
Kitchen Committee Gathering on Monday, 6/5
Please join St. Mark's crew for our "Kitchen Committee". Some light cleaning and comradery will be combined during this event.
We will continue the service to St. Mark's one more time before the summer. We will meet again on June 5th starting at 9:30am and ending by 11:30am.
Please come if you are able to join us.. It is a nice way to join parishioners for an activity with a purpose.
Curbing Hunger Food Drive 2023
June is fast approaching and you know what that means - opportunities to help stock the Food Bank for the summer months when food supplies are low.
Here are 2 ways you can help Curb Hunger:
- Fill a bag with canned food and put it at the curb on your regular recycling days between June 1st and June 30th.
- Donate online and food will be delivered to the Food Bank. www.curbinghunger2023.org
LONJ Presents "First Take" - May 28th
Rule #1, The Brooklynaires, and Vocal Synergy will be appearing on May 28th at 3pm here at St. Mark's. Tickets are $20-$35 Click here for tickets Afterglow after party immediately following on site
We have been busy updating the online directory with new photos and updated contact information. It is a great tool to have the St. Mark's families easily accessible on your phone or computer. Please take a look at your entry and let us know if you would like any edits made. And remember - YOU can make any changes yourself whether it's changing out a photo or updating member information. Below are links with instructions for anyone who is not yet set up.
What do these three things have in common?
1) the Keansburg Meatloaf Recipe
2) a diagram of parking around the church campus
3) the address of Ross Farm
Answer: They're all included in the activities pages of St. Mark's Online Directory.
For more info: https://stmarksbr.org/on-line-directory/
For personalized help downloading the app to your phone or laptop email bethtechstevedore@gmail.com
Our Online Directory
Have you downloaded our online directory app to your smart phone or tablet yet? It's really easy and so convenient to have! Follow this link for step-by-step instructions.
Prefer to use your computer? No problem! Click here for instructions on how to get connected with your computer.
Once you are in the directory you will be able to update your own information and even upload a new photo.
Give the office a call if you need any assistance.
The Bernards Township Health Department will be offering Bivalent Omicron booster doses in May.
May COVID-19 vaccine clinics are scheduled as follows:
Bivalent Omicron Boosters for Pfizer (ages 5-11 and 12+) and Moderna (ages 18+) will be given on the following Tuesdays:
- May 23rd from 3:00-5:00pm
- May 30th from 3:00-5:00pm
All clinics will take place at Saint James Church, 184 S. Finley Ave, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920
Visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/bthdpfizerkids to make your pediatric Pfizer (ages 5-11) appointment.
Visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/bthdpfizer to make your Pfizer (ages 12+) appointment.
Visit https://www.signupgenius.com/go/bthdmoderna to make your Moderna (ages 18+) appointment.
If you plan to get a booster for any COVID-19 vaccine, please review your eligibility here or at bernardshealth.org before making your appointment.
PLEASE NOTE: Adults aged 65+ and/or those who are immunocompromised are now eligible to receive an ADDITIONAL updated (bivalent) booster dose.
For all clinics:
Walk-in spots may be available but are not guaranteed.
Bring your original vaccination card with you.
No identification or insurance card required.
Please wear a mask and social distance upon arrival.
Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
If you have questions or need help making an appointment, please call 908-204-2520.