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FAITH GOES WITH YOU! 

For many reasons, Summer is often a season of travel.  We all have places to go, things to do, and people to see.  Whether you're on a family vacation, a travel sports team, or simply claiming time for self-care, faith goes with you.

We are church together, and while you are away we will miss you and pray for you.  And rather than think of St. Mark's as a community "you'll see in a few weeks or months," why not take us with you!  Embrace the power of the Holy Spirit, who accompanies you on all your journeys, and continue to grow in faith as you travel.  

To help you and your family stay connected in faith throughout your travels, here are several resources and recommendations.
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Did you know that we publish every sermon, every week!?  You can find these recordings in three places:

1) HERE- Our Sound Cloud page
2) Bottom our website Homepage
3) St. Mark's Facebookgroup.

Sermons typically uploaded by Monday morning.  

Tune in.  Listen as you drive. 
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Join the Church's song from your phone, tablet, iPad, or laptop by following Cantor Tony's Blog.  Each week, Tony writes about the hymn selections for that Sunday, including the history behind each selection and their connection to the theme of the day/week. 

Follow the blog.  Search for the music.  Listen and hum along.
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Print out a flat Jesus. Color him in.  Take him with you wherever you go!

You’re never too far away from the love of God!  Be sure to take lots of pictures with flat Jesus and tag St. Mark's in the photos so we can see where you went!


See examples here: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter

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Faith5 is a wonderful devotion and ritual to end the day with.

Share, read, talk, pray, and bless.

If you like more structure to a devotion, there are plenty of great apps out there to guide your reading (First 5, ELCA Daily, WELCA Daily Reflections, Luther Seminary God Pause).
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You can read (or listen to) the Bible on your phone or other mobile device!

Of course, you can also take your Bible with you wherever you go, but if you’re packing light and need an app, YouVersionand Bible Gatewayare great options!


Don't know where to start?  Try the Revised Common Lectionary Daily Readings. ​
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Traveling away from St. Mark's is a great opportunity to visit the communities of faith and learn about their tradition and style.  

The ELCA has churches all over the country.  Use THISresource to help you find a worshiping community wherever you go.

Share your experience with Pastor Daniel! 
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Hanging out on the beach? Hiking in the mountains?  Riding shotgun on a long road trip   Sitting by the pool? Avoiding the in-laws?

Use some of that time to catch up on your reading! We’ve curated a list of what we’re reading 
here.
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Here are some ideas to spread kindness wherever you go:
  • Make some kindness rocks and drop them in places where people will find them and smile! Find out more about The Kindness Rock Project here.
  • Pass along some Random Acts of Kindnessto people you encounter! You can even download a kindness calendarto help you think of ideas for every day!
  • Print out this kindness bingo cardand fill it in as you travel!
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St. Mark's is your faith family and community of worship.  We are interested in what you're up to!

Send us a postcard!  Tell us where you are, who you're with, and what you're doing!  We'll post it on the bulletin board!

3976 Hendricks Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32207

KEEP IN TOUCH! 

Keep in Touch!

When you share an act of kindness, complete your bingo card, finish a book, visit a new community of faith, listen to a hymn, or take a selfie with FlatJesus, TAG US @stmarksjaxelca!  
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Shout out to my colleague, Pastor David Hansen, from Spirit of Joy! Lutheran in The Woodlands, Texas for the inspiration.  Every summer, Pastor David assembles Faith 2 Go kits for his congregation.  His idea has been used and contextualized for St. Mark's with his permission. 
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  • Home
  • St. Mark's Ark
    • About Us
    • Now Enrolling
    • Now Hiring
  • About Us
    • Who We Are
    • Leadership
    • History
    • The Messenger Archives
    • Community Outreach >
      • St. Mark's Foundation
      • Community Partners
      • St. Mark's Library
    • FAQ
  • Worship
    • COVID-19 Guidelines
    • What to Expect
    • Service Times
    • Morning and Evening Prayer
    • Sacraments
    • Music
    • Holy Week
    • Stations of the Cross
  • Sunday School
    • K-2 Classroom
    • Grade 3-4 Classroom
  • Calendar
  • Contact Us
    • Building Usage