Ned Steele, who served as a pastor at St. Mark’s from 2009-2015, is preaching in our worship this Sunday. He writes, “This Sunday's message is about hope. I want to suggest that hope is a gift we are given in our lives. This hope must be returned by us in as many ways as we are able, as often as we are able. And, if you have ever wished for a mash-up of the 15th chapter of the Book of Romans and Kool and The Gang's song ‘’Celebration,’ well then, this would be your Sunday!”
We are looking forward to hearing Ned’s sermon, “All that is Given.” The lessons from the Scriptures this Sunday are Romans 15: 1-6, 13, which will be read by Kristen Hess, and Matthew 6: 25-33, which Sue Sgambelluri will read. There will be a Moment for Mission brought by the United Women in Faith. We’ll be led musically by the Chancel Choir, under the direction of Gerry Sousa and accompanied by Lois Leong. The choir will offer the introit, “As We Sing of Hope and Joy,” and for the anthem, will sing “Holy Spirit, Hope and Healer.” We’ll also have a moment for children.
If you are new to St. Mark’s, or are a long time part of our community, we look forward to connecting with you. Worship begins at 10:30 in the sanctuary. To join online, visit www.smumc.church, and click on the Live Stream banner.