Mission Trips 2008

“All who take upon themselves the name of Christ are called into ministries of love and service by the example of Christ.  As these members of our community begin their work in other communities, we pray the blessings of God upon their endeavors.

“We recognize them as ambassadors of this congregation in ministry with the people of these communities and dedicate them to service in the name of Jesus Christ. Through our prayers we will be united with them in their work. May God richly bless their labors.

“We believe in God, Creator of the world; and in Jesus Christ, the Redeemer of creation. We believe in the Holy Spirit, through whom we acknowledge God’s gifts. We commit ourselves to the rights and dignity of all persons and to the improvement of the quality of life. We dedicate ourselves to peace throughout the world and to the rule of justice and law among all nations. We believe in the present and final triumphs of God’s Word in human affairs, and gladly accept our commission to manifest the life of the gospel in the world.”

Honduras Mission Trips

Are you ready for an exciting, spiritual and multicultural experience? Do you like working with your hands doing light construction work, interacting with children during Vacation Bible School, or being a member of a medical/dental team? Get involved! Be a witness to a ministry that will change your life, serving God’s children in Honduras. Please attend our "Getting to Know Honduras" meeting on Sunday, March 9 after each worship service. We will be accepting $100 deposits from team members, completing travel and contact forms, and answering general questions. Stop by and become part of this exciting ministry! For more information or to reserve your spot, contact team leader Byron Pittman, bhpittman@aol.com, 404.441.6588.

Click here for more information about Saint Mark's 2008 mission trips to Honduras.

Katrina Mission Project to Gulfport

Anyone interested in participating in a mission trip to the Mississippi Gulf is invited to attend a meeting Sunday, March 2, 10 am in the chapel. Ten Saint Markers went in May 2007 and helped 3 different families. It was a rewarding trip. No specific dates have been scheduled for this year's trip yet. If you cannot attend the planning meeting but are interested in participating, contact Greg Brown, 404.869.9280.

Appalachia Service Project

This year’s ASP trip is scheduled for June 8-14. Contact Jackie Watson, jackie.m.watson@atl.frb.org, Angie Buysse, angiebuysse@gmail.com, or Steve Gutermuth, seg30033@yahoo.com.

Click here to learn more about the Appalachian Service Project.

For more information about Missions at Saint Mark or if you have suggestions, contact Rev. Josh Noblitt, Deacon in Residence and Chair of Community Outreach & Missions, jnoblitt@stmarkumc.org, 404.739.5162, or Rev. Phillip Thomason, Minister of Outreach & Pastoral Care, pthomason@stmarkumc.org, 404.873.2636 x12.