news

Bring a pet (or stuffed animal!) for a blessing in honor of God’s presence to and in all …

The Becoming Beloved Community Task Force is pleased to invite you to our Sunday Forum on Sunday, October …

The 2022 United States elections will be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2022. Here at St. Mark’s, the …

Each week, the teens of St. Mark’s gather for fun and fellowship over a shared dinner. Please help …

This week’s requests. A HUGE THANKS FROM THE FOOD CLOSET – some kind soul from St. Mark’s jumped …

If you are interested in deepening your faith through prayer, study, and honest conversation, join us on Wednesday, …

Part of our fall kickoff is to make sure that we can contact you and keep you posted …

The Parish Retreat is currently full UNLESS you’d like to camp. Please email leeanne@saint-marks.com if you’d like to …

Help us prepare for the next liturgical season here at St. Mark’s! This Sunday, after our morning liturgy, …

The Rev. Molly Baskette, author of Bless This Mess: A Modern Guide to Faith and Parenting in a …

Do you have questions about God, Christianity, the Bible, or the Episcopal Church? Are you looking to deepen …

If you shop with Amazon, please be sure to choose St. Mark’s as your AmazonSmile beneficiary, or start …

Are you curious about the various ministries we offer at St. Marks?  Would you like to find ways …

Are you a lector? Would you like to be a lector? Members who proclaim the Word (the lessons …

This week’s requests.  This week a different kind of request from the Food Closet for a non-food item …

This fall, we’re excited to offer a series of Sunday morning forums that will focus on “Caring for …

Do you or someone you know have difficulty hearing in church? Have you ever thought to yourself, “Hmmm, …

This week’s requests.  So nice that the little gingham-lidded donation jar on the Outreach Table has had new …

Joy Kathleen Weller was born to Katie and David Weller on Thursday, August 25. She is healthy, and …

Please consider being part of the St. Mark’s services being offered in the county jail! We are hoping …

After a Jazz Eucharist, we will process outside for the festivities with more live jazz music, games, good …

Roll up your sleeves and join the Buildings and Grounds Commission. On Saturday, August 27 there will be a …

This week’s requests. The Food Closet donations baskets were again full to the brim. I wish you wonderful …

We are delighted to welcome Alison Fischer as our guest preacher this Sunday! From Alison: I am a …

This Sunday, after the liturgy, come over to Hoover Park for fun and games! All kids and their …

This week’s requests. Hope everyone’s summers are going well!  Your recent large donations of paper bags with handles has …

The decennial gathering of bishops from across the global Anglican Communion has wrapped up and the bishops are …

On Sundays August 7 and 14, we invite all ages to come at 9:30 a.m. to practice a song to sing at the offertory in the service. No reading knowledge is required.

Do you love to read?  Do you love to talk about what you read?  If yes, consider joining …

What does it look like to engage in deep and nourishing elder care? How can we move beyond …

On Sunday, August 14 we will bless anyone who is heading into a new school year – students, teachers, even those heading off to college!

For the month of August, we welcome 15 Hotel de Zink guests to our parish hall to have dinner and sleep each night. Please sign up via mealtrain if you are able to provide a dinner (daily) or breakfast (weekends).

A gathering especially for newcomers: Aug 14 after the liturgy (around 11:15a). Get coffee, ask questions, and get to know us.

Children and teens will gather in the church kitchen to cook a healthy and tasty meal for the …

This week’s requests. Recently contributions of cash are being placed in Food Closet’s donation jar found on the …

Are you curious about why we do the things we do at St. Mark’s? Do you have questions about Episcopal history, polity, worship, or belief?  If yes,  register now for our upcoming Inquirer’s Class!

Join us for our wonderful annual Parish Retreat, an event for all ages the weekend of October 7-9 …

From 26 July – 08 August 2022, the decennial gathering of bishops from across the global Anglican Communion …

This week, we are preparing to welcome 15 Hotel de Zink guests to our church for the month …

This week’s requests. Recently contributions of cash are being placed in Food Closet’s donation jar found on the …

Join us poolside for water games, lunch and time to connect! We will have separate hangout spaces for …

This week’s requests. This week I was delighted to find a packet of carefully saved rubber bands in …

Many thanks to Kate Clover, our Parish Administrator, whose last day at St. Mark’s was last week. We …

Freeman Bradford, member of St. Mark’s for many years, died June 19, 2022. His remains will be buried …

This past July 8-11, the Episcopal Church held our tri-annual General Convention (GC) gathering of bishops, clergy, and …

From 26 July – 08 August 2022, the decennial gathering of bishops from across the global Anglican Communion …

This week’s requests. The most important request this week is for volunteers as noted. See below for the …

Join us as we celebrate Katie & David Weller and the upcoming birth of their daughter. Date:  Sunday, …

Saturday, July 9th, at 5:00 p.m. This Saturday please join Christ Episcopal Church and Congregation Beth Am for …

The Episcopal Church will be holding our tri-annual General Convention (GC) gathering together bishops, clergy, and delegates from …

From 26 July – 08 August 2022, the decennial gathering of bishops from across the global Anglican Communion …

Mees Tielens is a postulant for priesthood in the Diocese of California and has just completed his second year …

This week’s requests. The most important request this week is for volunteers as noted here. See below for …

Let’s get to know each other better this summer!  In June and July, we’ll be gathering in the …

Hotel de Zink was started in 1987 by Jim Burklo as part of the Urban Ministry of Palo …

This week’s requests. The most important request this week is for volunteers as noted here. See below for …

Agape is back, but we need everyone’s help to keep it back! What is Agape? It’s a time …

This week’s requests. The most important request this week is for volunteers as noted here. See below for …

The Episcopal Church will be holding our tri-annual General Convention (GC) gathering together bishops, clergy, and delegates from …

Eucharistia, our prayer of thanks to God and the consecration of the elements of bread and wine at …

Congratulations to those who were confirmed, received, and reaffirmed at Grace Cathedral last Saturday. We are so excited …

Each week, the coloring bulletin includes some questions designed to spark contemplation, conversation, and connection. Anyone who fills …

This week’s requests. The donations request list remains the same this week.  Thank you for all the wonderful …

As mentioned in Rev. Nikky’s sermon on Sunday, we can become branches of healing in many ways. One …

Over the last month we have talked about what we treasure and hope to be as Christians in …

Join us for Pentecost! On this feast day we celebrate the coming of the Holy Spirit – upon …

A Group of adults and young people will travel to Grace Cathedral Saturday, June 4 for a 10am …

It’s been so long! Join us to re-start and re-new the fun! Games! Trivia! Water soaked clergy! Food …

Our own Minister for Lifelong Formation, Debie Thomas, has released her first book! Into the Mess and Other …

Over the last month we have talked about what we treasure and hope to be as Christians in …

This week’s requests –  The level of donations has been consistent and wonderful and ,as always, is so …

Join us this Sunday after the service to talk about what we can learn from scripture about being …

This week’s requests –  The Food Closet thanks you all for your continuing generosity and hopes you can …

On the 11th of Every Month Multifaith Voices for Peace and Justice sponsors an interfaith prayer gathering. This month, May …

Join us this Sunday after the service to talk about the challenges and changes we face as a …

This week’s requests –  The Food Closet thanks you all for your continuing generosity and hopes you can …

We invite ALL the women of St. Mark’s to join us on Saturday, May 21st, from 9am to …

During the COVID-19 lockdown in our jails, God still used volunteers to change lives through jail ministry. Are …

Join us this Sunday to share your stories! After the service we will gather to offer opportunities for …

This week’s requests –  Hope everyone had a wonderful Easter! The donations request from the Food Closet remains …

Dear St. Mark’s community, I am so happy to share that I am returning to you all this …

Women of St. Mark’s!  Please save the date, and join us on Saturday, May 21st, from 9am to …

Vital Conversations About Our Future! In this Eastertide season St. Mark’s is beginning to have conversations and gather …

Ragazzi Boys Chorus will be the guest singers at our 10 AM Service on Sunday May 1. We …

This week’s requests – Well – my sincerest apologies are due to you all! The last few weeks …

Easter is not simply a day on the calendar.  Like Christmas, it’s a season of celebration, and it …

 Each year, the children and youth at St. Mark’s create thoughtful Easter baskets to share with members of …

This week’s requests – St. Mark’s donations have dropped off to nil recently, but not the number of …

Are you interested in deepening your connection to the Church, and proclaiming your faith in Christ through Confirmation, …

This week’s requests – Spring has sprung, but the needs at the Food Closet remain the same. Donations …

During this holy season of penitence and preparation, we invite you to make daily use of our Lenten …

One option is through the Episcopal Relief Fund. Read this article with a link to donate.

Sacred Ground is a ten-session Episcopal Church curriculum focused on understanding and addressing systemic racism in our communities …

March 16 & 23 @ 7:30 P.M. in person and available on Zoom Canon Stephanie Spellers recently began a …

Easter Memorials & Thanksgivings Consider the devotional opportunity of making a special Easter donation (to support our music …

***There is also new immediate need: A family of two (Adult and child) in our parish is in …

This week’s requests – Did you know that the food closet also provides food for furry friends? Dry …

This week’s requests – Did you know that the food closet also provides food for furry friends? Dry …

I’d like to extend a huge thank you to members of the InReach Ministry for generously providing meals …

Forty weekdays before Easter, we come together to mark the beginning of the Lenten season with Ash Wednesday. …

Join us on the patio for our parish-wide celebration of Shrove Tuesday with a pancake supper. Good food, …

This is a global question that has become increasingly difficult to answer, especially in our postcolonial context. How …

Sunday, February 20 in person and over Zoom Has Christianity always been intolerant of LGBTQ+ identities? When and …

This week’s requests –  Did you know that the food closet also provides food for furry friends? Dry …

St. Mark’s Re-Regathers in Person! We have once again gathered in person for our 10am Sunday service, with …

Please join us for an all ages family hike at Byrne Preserve trailhead located in Los Altos Hills. …

While we’re worshipping online, children’s programming takes the form of short videos from youth and children’s minister Lily …

Dear St. Markers, Well, it’s been just over a month since the three strokes that caused me to …

February 15, 7pm Our vision for our ministries is that there is connection, collaboration, and support between Teams; …

Composers from Africa and the African diaspora have for centuries performed and written music in a multitude of …

Thank you to the St Mark’s community for your generosity in the Advent Giving Tree! Through your contributions, …

This week’s requests – Notably Food closet donations have dropped off substantially during the last month – please, …

Join Michael Fitzpatrick for a three-week series of Wednesday night conversations, as we explore the “Good News” that …

St. Mark’s will hold its (virtual) Annual Meeting on Sunday, January 30, 2022 via Zoom at the conclusion …

This week’s requests – both food items and maintenance supplies are listed to keep the Food Closet’s shelves full …

Sunday, January 23rd @ 11:30am How do we remain faithful in times of anxiety, uncertainty, and weariness?  What …

Four new Vestry Members are elected to replace the outgoing vestry members whose terms end at Pentecost. The …

This week – food items are requested again, but so are supplies to keep the Food closet running …

Sunday January 16 @ 11:30am, presented virtually over Zoom Several members of St. Mark’s lead services from the …

As we continue to navigate through these challenging days together, we are grateful to worship and share in …

Light.  Revelation.  Manifestation.  Good News.  These are some of the themes of Epiphany, the new liturgical season we …

Join us at 5:30pm on zoom on the Feast of Epiphany (Thurs. Jan 6, 2022) for a brief …

If you can help us de-decorate our Christmas greens and decorations, please plan to stay after the service …

Christmas Eve Friday, December 24 4 PM Children’s Pageant and Eucharist  A local favorite with a new wonderful …

St. Mark’s Annual Giving Tree Every year St. Mark’s creates a Giving Tree during Advent to encourage donations …

On New Year’s Eve, December 31, at 8 p.m., former organist James Welch returns to St. Mark’s for …

Trying to remember the steps from the Examen from Rev. Nikky’s sermon on Sunday? Here they are: Pray for …

This week – again, not so much in the way of food donation requests, but the urgent need …

Join us to green the church in preparation for Christmas! On Dec 19th, beginning at 5pm, we will …

This week’s spotlight again features the photography of Rod Searcy. We are grateful for his artistic eye that has …

This week – not so much in the way of food donation requests, but a really big need …

Human Rights for All: A Multifaith Call to Action Thursday, Dec. 9, 7pm the Eve of World Human …

iSing would like to invite you to an intimate and festive “Neighborhood” concert. Join us on December 13th …

In honor of St. Nicholas, a Bishop in Turkey in the 4th c., we invite you to support …

Are you interested in exploring the Bible in new and creative ways?  Would you like to read, pray, …

It is customary, Sunday by Sunday, for the church to receive contributions for flowers and/ or music, which …

Join us this second Sunday of the Advent season as we anticipate the ever arriving grace of God, …

This week’s spotlight features Matthew Burt with his choice of Calvin Hampton’s setting of “We plow the fields and …

Although the liturgical season of Lent is the time we usually talk about adding more spiritual practice to …

Advent is a season of anticipation and reflection, a time of the year when we prepare our hearts …

Why does the church observe the season of Advent?  What is its history?  Why do we consider it …

This week we give special thanks to the beautiful drone footage of St Mark’s captured by Charlie Rock. …

“The Liminal Light of Advent: Wreaths, Reflections and Rituals – Saturday, November 27, 5 P.M. Outside Courtyard, Parish Hall …

Gratitude for our St. Mark’s family became especially poignant for me at the gathering this morning (October 30) …

The Covid-19 pandemic has affected our lives in so many complicated ways.  We have lost loved ones, endured …

When I was asked to write a short comment about gratitude for St. Mark’s, I thought “Oh no, …

This image was submitted by parishioner Rod Searcy as a reflection of gratitude seen through the photographer’s lens. …

Great news  – all the Food Closet’s volunteer shifts are now filled. A big thanks to any St. …

Please join the Outreach Alliance for another in-person volunteer event! We will be making grab-and-go lunches for the …

Cool wet weather is here: This is where our donations excel – comfort foods.  You’ll see protein items …

Historical Thanksgiving Day Service at St. Mark’s Eucharist and Prayers from the Past for the Present We will …

GRATITUDE It’s hard to believe it has been nearly 12 years since we landed at St. Mark’s, and …

This image was submitted by Carla Bliss of the Bishop’s Ranch. We thank Carla for her beautiful expression …

Join us as we begin our annual stewardship campaign, celebrating the St. Mark’s community and contemplating how each …

The Diocese of California’s 172nd Convention took place October 22 and 23. The annual meeting highlights the accomplishments …

An important part of ministry in jails (and in our communities) is the need to be “trauma-informed” – …

This Sunday: All Saints, Baptism and Safety and Respect Moving Inside! This day, the Sunday after All Saints …

What is “All Hallows Eve” or “All Saints Day?”  How did this festival evolve, and why do we …

I took this snapshot while a Stanford healthcare worker was pricking my finger to take blood for evidence …

Cool wet weather is here: This is where our donations excel – comfort foods.  You’ll see soups and …

As I think about God and my relationship with St. Mark’s during our Stewardship Campaign many of my …

Thank you all so much – an amazing amount of donations have been coming in the last few …

On Sunday, we were invited to reflect on things for which we are deeply grateful. St. Mark’s offers …

The Feast of All Saints (Nov 1) falls on a Monday this year, so we observe it the …

After twenty long months, I’m thrilled that St. Mark’s choir will soon resume singing for rehearsals and services! …

Please join us after church on Sunday, October 31 for our multicultural, intergenerational celebration of All Souls Day, …

This photograph of Kalea (see her artwork submission here) was taken at the last in-person Maundy Thursday event, held …

When David and I moved to Palo Alto, one of the first things we did was take a …

ALL SOULS’ DAY SERVICE OCTOBER 30, 2021, 9AM At 9 am, Saturday, October 30st, we will again observe …

We give special thanks for the submission this week by Kalea, age 11, of a drawing illustrating what …

Submitted by the Rock Family Psalm 107:1 O give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; for his …

The Food Closet is still in need of volunteers. During the Covid lock down period – though the Food …

Stewardship 2022 is about to Begin Again! Every fall is an opportunity for the community of St. Mark’s to remember …

“Blessed are those whose strength is in you…they go from strength to strength!” (Psalm 84) NOTE: If you are …

The past year and a half will go down in memory as one of the most challenging times …

The Outreach Alliance invites you to join us for the Ride to End Homelessness on October 23rd. It’s …

The Food Closet is still in need of volunteers. During the Covid lock down period – though the …

California Bach Society: Die Familie Bach Saturday, October 9, 8pm Artistic director Paul Flight leads the California Bach …

Dear Friends, I am very pleased to announce the call of Matthew Burt as St. Mark’s new Music …

We are migrating to Breeze, our new church management data system. Very soon, you will no longer be …

Our annual blessing of the animals in honor of the feast of St. Francis and St. Clare falls …

Join us for our fifth Community Faire Sunday on October 3  — hosted by the ministries and folks who …

This week’s donations requests are the same as last weeks – so let’s highlight the Food Closet’s need …

After church on Sunday, September 26, we will have a water fight and other fun games in Hoover Park! …

Thank You All  for the Amazing Food Drive and Volunteer Opportunities:  First of all, again a huge thanks …

Breeze is the directory you can use to contact other members of the church. Click here to learn …

It’s a Breeze to view any financial contributions you’ve made to St. Mark’s in Breeze, as well as …

Our annual Parish Retreat at Bishop’s Ranch in Healdsburg is scheduled for October 8th-10th, 2021!! The retreat is …

You can view upcoming events when you’re logged into Breeze. The Breeze and Web Site calendar have the …

Roll up your sleeves and join the Buildings and Grounds Commission. On Saturday, Sept 11 there will be a …

Are you interested in deepening your Christian faith?  Are you curious about the particular beliefs and practices that make …

The Food Closet is in full swing, and we need your help! Please help your neighbors in need …

Drop  Off  Your Donations at St. Mark’s and Volunteer Opportunities: The Food Closet Donation Baskets are available for …

Once again, Saint Mark’s has safely housed and deliciously fed a group of unhoused guests for one month!  Our …

On Sunday, August 29, sixteen years after Hurricane Katrina hit the Gulf Coast, Hurricane Ida made landfall in the same …

As Episcopalians, as followers of Jesus, as people of faith, we mourn the recent loss of life in …

Earthquake-battered Haiti needs our help, and a St. Mark’s parishioner has offered to match your contributions up to …

Drop  Off  Your Donations at St. Mark’s and Volunteer Opportunities: The Food Closet Donation Baskets are again available …

It’s official. We’ve moved into our new church database!! As with any move, there will undoubtedly be a …

On Sunday, August 15, the Rev. Dr. Debra Murray, an African-American woman and the Senior Pastor of First …

Drop Off Your Donations at St. Mark’s and How to Do Donations by Check: The Food Closet Donation …

This past year, 50 of us at St. Mark’s studied and prayed about racism in America using the …

Drop Off Your Donations at St. Mark’s and How to Do Donations by Check: The Food Closet Donation …

Come one, come all! We are looking forward to beginning to re-gather following a summer of a bit …

Please join fellow parishioners, family, and friends of Malcolm H. Dudley at a memorial celebrating his life on …

THIS WEEK: Saturday, 8.14.2021 Going BACK In, Staying In jail ministry volunteertraining Jail Ministry works through dedicated volunteers …

Ever wondered what would it be like to try spiritual direction? Now is your chance! Briefly defined, spiritual …

Hotel de Zink is a rotating shelter for unhoused adults that comes to St. Mark’s every year in …

As we look to “begin again” this fall and launch into our new program year, we’re excited to …

We are moving along in our search for the next Music Director of St. Mark’s! We’ve interviewed a …

Episcopal Lutheran Campus Ministry at Stanford is getting ready to welcome students to campus in the fall and …

The Unitarian Universalist Church in Palo Alto (UUCPA) has asked for our support of their Safe Parking application …

Dan Carlson is a postulant for the priesthood in the Diocese of Southern Ohio. He is currently completing …

Drop Off Your Donations at St. Mark’s and How to Do Donations by Check:The Food Closet Donation Baskets …

Join us for our annual Blessing of the Backpacks August 8th at the 10am service. All students, preschool …

Organized by Carla Bliss and Mildred Jones. Join us for conversation on St. Mark’s patio on Tuesday, August …

Drop Off Your Donations at St. Mark’s and How to Do Donations by Check:The Food Closet Donation Baskets …

Join members of the St. Mark’s community for a summer camping trip at Mount Diablo State Park, August …

HDZ and LifeMoves are in need of clean linens and towels. If you have any items to donate, …

Ryan Macias is a postulant for Holy Orders from the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles, and a third-year …

Music Director St Mark’s Episcopal Church in Palo Alto, CA is searching for one individual to be our …

Tell us about your experience as a member of a St. Mark’s Commission or Ministry Team (fill out the survey here)! …

Drop Off Your Donations at St. Mark’s and How to Do Donations by Check: The Food Closet Donation …

Would you like to receive remote communion this summer? The staff at St Mark’s is happy to assist …

Bring your own sack lunch for a time of fun and community at our parish picnic on July …

Ask Us Anything! Exploring Questions of Faith with our Clergy What are you curious about when it comes …

Drop Off Your Donations at St. Mark’s and How to Do Donations by Check: The Food Closet Donation Baskets …

Juneteenth Liturgy at Grace Cathedral Saturday, June 19th at 2pm – Inaugural Diocesan Feast Day Celebrating Juneteenth In …

We are invited to show our gratitude for recently retired St. Mark’s treasurer Maureen Kennedy by supporting the …

We had a wonderful response to our music survey as we seek to support our St. Mark’s music ministry …

When we gather for worship on Sunday mornings, we are invited to bring our bodies, minds, and souls …

The Outreach Alliance is thrilled to come together again for our first in-person volunteer event of 2021! Please …

Please join us for the June 13 forum at 11:30am – Making it Personal: Spiritual Practice and The …

Sunday June 6 please join us at the 11:30am forum, “God, our founding fathers and the supreme court.” A …

In this season we are discussing the divisions in our country and neighborhoods, religious, political and cultural, and …

Please use the new online submission form for church communications! You can now submit news and information from the …

Tuesday May 25 marks the one-year anniversary of the murder of George Floyd, which ignited a worldwide racial …

In this Easter season we are discussing the divisions in our country and neighborhoods, religious, political and cultural, …

Hi parents! As we begin to gather again in person, we are so excited to welcome children and …

On Sunday, May 23rd, the church will observe Pentecost, the coming of the Holy Spirit on the earliest …

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Gender Diversity Conversation scheduled for this Saturday, May 15th, has been postponed.  We …

St. Mark’s Music Survey: Share your thoughts on the future of our music ministry! With the departure of …

Our Easter 10am service went so well that we are moving forward with the concurrent model for the …

Hi parents, and Happy Mother’s Day! Today’s lectionary video is about being God’s friend – what does that …

As we gradually begin to regather in person, many of st. mark’s ministries are finding the need to …

Sunday Forums on American Harvest: • On Sunday, April 25, author Maria Mutsuki Mockett will join us in …

Would you like to learn more about your faith and the Episcopal Church? Join us for a 3 …

Hi parents! Today’s Children’s Chapel video has a botanical theme. We’re talking about being flowers on God’s “big …

For those who will be joining worship via livestream throughout Eastertide: please sign-up using this form https://forms.gle/quwZrQmytDNqakrc7 to …

The Adult Education Commission encourages community conversations of two books in this Easter season. Please order one or …

Please complete our Volunteer Engagement Survey!! The Outreach Alliance wants to hear from you! How can we can …

Hi all! Today’s Children’s Chapel video is here: https://youtu.be/2WEELoCpEPM Please help me connect with your kiddos! I would love to …

Bruce Cooper, a former parishioner and Senior Warden of St. Mark’s, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 9. The …

Children’s Chapel Video – April 18 Hi parents and children! Today’s Children’s Chapel video is here: https://youtu.be/nyxwMmr7eQU Theological background: Throughout …

Children’s Chapel – “Doubting” Thomas Hi children and families! Today’s Children’s Chapel video comes to you from the …

St. Mark’s Outreach Commission will join the Forum on April 18th at 11:30am to discuss it’s on-going work …

Sign up to have St. Mark’s Traveling Journal visit your house! There are two Traveling Journals and our …

We are excited to announce that in this new Easter season we will begin a new focus on …

We are thrilled to announce that we have hired a new administrator and content manager!! Kate will assume …

Do you enjoy meeting people? Would you like to be part of welcoming parishioners and integrating new members …

As we continue to shelter at home, please check out our St. Mark’s YouTube channel for a new Children’s Bible Story …

Get our Holy Week Devotional booklet: prayers, reflections, and liturgies for use at home. download here