In our second reading this weekend, we hear from the first letter of St. John the exhortation, “Beloved, let us love one another, because love is of God; everyone who loves is begotten by God and knows God. Whoever is without love does not know God, for God is love.” These words remind me so much of many of you who minister in our parish and support our ministries in so many ways. Our parish has continued to reach out to our community in various ways, revealing the very love of God.
This week you will receive a brochure introducing our “God's Love Unites Us” Program. I’m proud to be part of the St. Mark's Church community. On Commitment Weekend, May 11 & 12, I invite each of you to participate in this important program and help us respond to God’s great gift of love. I ask that you please review this brochure and prayerfully consider how you and your family can help St. Mark's Church by financially supporting our ministries, furthering our mission, and reinforcing our future.
We ask that all faithful parishioners complete a Commitment Card. A card will be included in the brochure mailing for you to:
• mail to the church using the pre-addressed envelope included in this mailing.
• or bring your card to Mass next Sunday.
• or you may visit our parish website at www.stmarksgreece.com and complete an electronic Commitment Card.
The back of the Commitment Card has a place for you to include any prayer intentions you wish to share. We welcome all intentions and they will be prayed for collectively over the next few weeks. If you would like to speak to a staff member, please indicate so on your card and we will be in contact with you.
Our goal is 100% participation! Thank you for your generosity and support of St. Mark's Church!
Deacon Frank