ADVENT ACTIVITIES & CHRISTMAS SERVICES
Christmas Poinsettias
If you would like to make a donation for the Christmas poinsettias, please sign up by December 16th in the parish hall or email the church office at office@stmarksfortbend.org. We suggest a donation of $10 for each poinsettia while any size donation is welcome.
Advent Activities
Hanging of the Greens & Decorating the Chrismon Tree
Sunday, November 30 after the 10am Service
Come help with the Hanging of the Greens & decorate the Chrismon tree! This year, we will decorate the sanctuary on November 30, after the 10:00 am service. The Kings Men Chorus will provide us with beautiful music as we climb on ladders and fluff the bows! Join us for wassail, hot chocolate, gingerbread, and don't forget to wear your Christmas shirt as we bring in the holiday season.
ECW Christmas Brunch & Gift Exchange
Sunday, December 14 at 11:30 am
Calling all church women……St. Mark’s Episcopal Church Women (ECW) is inviting you to our Christmas brunch on December 14, at 11:30 a.m. in the church parish hall. The festivities will include a gift exchange, so please be sure to bring a wrapped Christmas gift of not more than $20. A ham will be provided but we ask that you bring your favorite side dish or dessert of your choice. Prepare yourself to enjoy an afternoon of Faith, Fellowship, Friends, and Food.
Advent Wreath Making
Sunday, November 30 at 9:00 am & 11:00 am
We will have items to spruce up your current advent wreath. Feel free to bring your wreath to add bows and decorations to it. We will also have some wreath frames if you would like to make an advent wreath. Taking time to pray each day through Advent no matter what our schedule, is a moving way to prepare for the coming of Jesus. Lighting advent candles at home is a wonderful way to slow down and round out your personal devotions and deepen your connection to God’s story.
Outreach Project
Sunday, December 7 after the 10am Service
Join us as we spread holiday cheer to the teachers and staff at Bowie Elementary, one of our outreach partners, by writing letters of love and encouragement to help them finish the year strong. We will also put together goodie bags, which special elves will pass out the following week.
Christmas Card Decorating
Sunday, December 14 after the 10am Service
The holiday spirit is all about giving. What better way to spread some cheer than by giving back? It can be a small gesture like making Christmas cards. Being away from home during the holidays is tough but getting a little Christmas cheer can have a big impact. Join us to bring in the Christmas season by decorating cards for the retirement community. You don’t want to miss the chance to help spread Christmas cheer this year!
Advent Cookie Decorating
Sunday, December 21 after the 10am Service
We will have Cookie Decorating to bring in the Christmas season! Sprinkles, frosting anything sweet, hope you can make it, we’ll save you a seat! All ages are invited to participate in this yummy event. Please join us for an occasion to enjoy fellowship and anticipate the festivities of Christmas.
Lessons & Carols
Sunday, December 21 at 4:00 pM
Please join us as we journey From Darkness to Light, a Service of Lessons & Carols. The service will begin at 4:00 p.m., in the sanctuary; a reception will follow in the parish hall. You don't want to miss our vocal ensemble and friends of St. Mark's, along with a chamber ensemble, as we present a special service that was composed especially for our parish.
CHRISTMAS EVE
Wednesday, December 24
Worship & Holy Eucharist
4:00pm
Christmas Eve Concert: Dominique McCormick
5:00pm
Our Christmas Eve service will be a traditional service including liturgy, music, and candles that kindle our joy for this
most special occasion. A Christmas Eve Concert will follow our service with Dominique McCormick.
CHRISTMAS DAY
Thursday, December 25
Worship & Holy Eucharist in your Christmas Pajamas
10:00am