St Mark's Episcopal Church

8 a.m. Liturgy in Chapel of St. Mary Magdalene
2026-04-05 08:00 - 09:30, 2026-03-29 08:00 - 09:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Chapel of St. Mary Magdalene, 600 Colorado Ave, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
Join us for a spoken 8:00 a.m. service from the Book of Common Prayer held in the Chapel of St. Mary Magdalene.

Easter Sunrise Vigil
2026-04-05 05:30 - 07:30
At the early morning service, we gather outside around a newly-kindled fire to proclaim through story and song that ours is a God who continuously brings life out of death, then enter the Church in triumph to celebrate the risen Christ and share Holy Communion.

Taoist Tai Chi
2026-04-04 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-28 10:00 - 12:00
Taoist Tai Chi introductory sessions are held at St. Mark’s Palo Alto in the Parish Hall every Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Beginners are welcome to join a Taoist Tai Chi™ arts introductory sessions at any time. Group leaders will guide you through the practice which is part of an ancient tradition dating back to the 13th century. Read their Frequently Asked Questions to learn more.

Holy Saturday Liturgy
2026-04-04 10:00 - 11:00
This brief service of the word focuses on Christ’s rest in the tomb and serves as a reflective prelude to the Great Vigil of Easter.

Good Friday Taizé Service
2026-04-03 18:00 - 19:00
On the day we mark Christ’s crucifixion, suffering, and death, the 6:00 p.m. service uses Taizé chant to reflect on the Stations of the Cross.

Good Friday Liturgy
2026-04-03 12:00 - 13:00
On the day we mark Christ’s crucifixion, suffering, and death, the noon service includes the solemn reading of the Passion from John’s Gospel and the distribution of Communion.

Good Friday Confessions
2026-04-03 10:30 - 11:30
Clergy will be available to hear confessions on Good Friday from 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Centering Prayer
2026-04-03 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-04-01 08:30 - 09:30, 2026-03-27 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-03-25 08:30 - 09:30 | Kennedy Room – St. Marks, 600 Colorado Ave, Palo Alto, California, 94306
Gather to spend time with God in quiet communion and Centering Prayer

Choir Rehearsal
2026-04-02 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-03-26 19:30 - 21:00 | Sanctuary, 600 Colorado Ave, Palo Alto, CA, 94306

Maundy Thursday Supper & Service
2026-04-02 18:00 - 20:00
We gather to commemorate the Last Supper with a “monastic” style dinner in the Parish Hall from 6:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Supper is followed by a service in the Sanctuary beginning at 6:45 where we follow Christ’s example of servanthood by washing each other’s feet, and strip the altar in preparation for Good Friday. The altar of repose, in the Chapel of St. Mary Magdalene, will be open for personal devotion following the service.

Good Reads Book Club
2026-04-02 16:00 - 17:00
In March, the Good Reads group will be reading and discussing Ophelia by Lisa Klein.
The group meets bi-monthly via Zoom on Thursdays at 4:00 p.m. Contact Marie Highby at mhighby@gmail.com for the Zoom link!

Morning Prayer
2026-04-02 08:00 - 08:30, 2026-04-01 08:00 - 08:30, 2026-03-31 08:00 - 08:30, 2026-03-30 08:00 - 08:30, 2026-03-26 08:00 - 08:30, 2026-03-25 08:00 - 08:30 | Chapel of St. Mary Magdalene, 600 Colorado Ave, Palo Alto, CA, 94306
All are welcome for morning prayers in the Chapel of St. Mary Magdalene from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Holy Wednesday Tenebrae Service
2026-04-01 18:00 - 19:30
This musical service includes readings, psalms, and chant focused on the crucifixion, accompanied by a progressive dimming of lights and extinguishing of candles.

Palm Sunday 10:00 Service
2026-03-29 10:00 - 11:30
On this day the service begins outside as we commemorate Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem with a procession; the service concludes with the solemn reading of the Passion from Matthew’s Gospel. Children are especially welcome to participate by carrying the HOSANNA banner during the processional.

10 a.m. Liturgy
2026-03-29 10:00 - 11:30 | Sanctuary, 600 Colorado Ave, Palo Alto, CA, 94306

Palm Sunday 8:00 Service
2026-03-29 08:00 - 09:00

Free Yoga with Alan Twhigg
2026-03-28 11:00 - 12:00
Whether you do yoga for physical, mental, or spiritual health — or all three — here’s an opportunity to practice together during the Lenten season! Parishioner Alan Twhigg, a certified yoga instructor, is offering free yoga classes on Saturdays, March 7, 14, 21, and 28, from 11:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m. in the Kennedy Room. Intended for adults and teens with a reasonable level of mobility; no prior yoga experience required. Contact Alan if you have any questions.

Spring Piano Recital
2026-03-28 10:30 - 11:30

Men's Breakfast
2026-03-25 07:00 - 08:00
The Men’s Breakfast is open to all men of St. Mark’s. We meet every other Wednesday morning at 7:15 a.m. in the Parish Library. We typically choose a book to discuss based on a consensus of what’s on the minds of our members. Breakfast is truly spirit driven with folks bringing what they like, or nothing but themselves…all are welcome! Lively and open discussion are always on the menu.
