Welcome to Our Community!
Whether you have already visited us or are researching the internet for a church to attend, we welcome you to this exciting and growing community of faith.
Most of us are searching for something beyond ourselves, for meaningful connections, a place where our children receive a sense of the sacred and our teenagers feel comfortable, safe and supported, for the freedom to ask our questions and discover awe, for a sense of belonging. Whatever your reasons, we invite you to explore St. Mark’s, a place where we come as we are, accept each other for who we are, strive to grow and open to change along the way.
Our Mission
St. Mark's Episcopal Church is an extended family of loving people bound by faith in Christ. We seek to deepen our relationship with God, strengthen our faith community, support each other, and serve our neighbors. We do this by celebrating our faith through meaningful liturgy and prayer, sharing our stories and traditions, and participating in ministries of fellowship, compassion and justice.
“So if anyone is in Christ, there is a new creation: everything old has passed away; see, everything has become new!” — 2 Corinthians 5:17 [NRSV]
Forums for the Easter season:
Sacred Signs of Resurrection
Join us for 50 Minute Forums as we move from the darkness of Lent into the light and promise of Easter. “Sacred Signs of Resurrection” will offer a faithful view of human nature and the hope and desire within us to become more graceful in our quest for the Divine. How do we truly celebrate resurrection? If we are “made in the image of God” and God is understood as inherently hopeful how do we reflect that image? In this series, occurring through the liturgical season of Eastertide, we will reflect upon our experience as people of intellect, emotion, sensation and faith. Join us in the Kennedy Room at 11:30a.m. for hopeful discussions.
Sunday, April 22nd
The Politics of Resurrection with the Rev. Dr. Rebecca Lyman
Sunday, May 6th
Poetry of the Resurrection with Prof. Helen Brooks
Hotel de Zink in May
Please sign up to provide food!
Please help us to feed our homeless guests in the Hotel de Zink program every day throughout the month of May. Click here to sign-up online to provide a dinner, breakfast, or lunch supplies for our 12-15 guests. Sign-ups will also be held after both services until all slots are filled.
Need someone to drive your food over? Looking for other ways to help? Kate Dreher (650-468-6512) will be happy to answer your questions!
Current & Upcoming Newcomer Events!
Please read on below about our current and upcoming events for newcomers or new members. For more information on any of these events, please see our New to St. Mark’s page, or call the church office at (650) 326-3800. We hope to see you at one of these events!
Inquirer's Class
Twice a year we offer a course for those interested in learning more about the Anglican Communion, the Episcopal Church, and St. Mark’s. This course explores the history of our church, our unique identity as Anglicans, and the background and meaning of our worship.
Newcomer's Dessert
Each spring and fall, visitors and new members of Saint Mark’s are invited to an informal gathering at a parishioner’s home. These events give people an opportunity to meet other people new to Saint Mark’s as well as an opportunity to meet established members and clergy.
New Member Welcome Sunday
Two Sundays a year are set aside for welcoming new members to Saint Mark’s. During both the 8:00 and 10:00 services, those who have become members are recognized by name and with prayer.
What's Happening at St Mark's
Download our current Newsletter to see upcoming events!
Calendar at a Glance