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Loons Game with Young Adults (Mar 22)
Let's get Loony!! It's always a good time at Allianz Field, and we want you to be there! Some basic info: Where: Allianz Field When: Sunday, March 22, 1:30pm game Cost: $22 Meet at the Saint Mark's rectory at 12:30pm and we will depart by 12:40pm to walk to the stadium together! All tickets are for the supporters section of the stadium - it's a roaring fun, standing-room-only zone! That section, though, can get crowded, so we want to make sure to get there early. Lunch isn't

Church of St. Mark
Feb 21 min read


New Parishioner Lunch (Feb 08)
Following 11 AM Mass | Carolyn Hall We'd love to meet you! Unless you've already been to a New Parishioner Lunch, this is for all new parishioners (those who are new to St. Mark's as of September 2025), those who are considering becoming parishioners, and their families are invited to our New Parishioner Lunch on Sunday, February 8th, held in Carolyn Hall at 12 PM (immediately following the 11 AM Mass). The lunch is free to attend, but we do ask that you RSVP! These lunc

Church of St. Mark
Jan 281 min read


Pancake Breakfast (Feb 08)
9:30 - 11:30 AM | School Cafeteria Join Pack/Troop 1 for a hearty, delicious pancake breakfast hosted by the Scouting units of St. Mark’s — a tradition dating back to 1910! As the oldest Catholic Scouting unit in America, they’re proud to continue building character, faith, and leadership. Come enjoy pancakes, fellowship, and fun while supporting our Scouts. They hope to see you there! Menu includes pancakes, sausage, fruit, milk, juice, coffee All you can eat (but please c

Church of St. Mark
Jan 281 min read


Healing Mass (Feb 10)
6:00 PM

Church of St. Mark
Jan 271 min read


Women's Winter Social (Jan 24)
7:00 - 9:00 PM | Carolyn Hall Featuring an inspiring talk by Kristen Grant. And if you don't want to be inspired, come for the fellowship, fun, food, and drink. And bring an app' or a 'ssert! RSVP at stmark.xyz/wws

Church of St. Mark
Jan 191 min read


Young Adult Movie Night (Jan 24)
6:30 PM | Rectory Some Catholic movie! Pizza! At the rectory! RSVP!

Church of St. Mark
Jan 161 min read


The Mass... Explained (Jan 27)
7:00 - 8:30 PM | Church Have you ever wondered why we do what we do in the Mass? Do you know someone who is curious about Catholicism and our way of worship? The OCIA team is hosting a "Mass Explained," led by Fr. David, on Tuesday, January 27 from 7-8:30 p.m. in the Church. This event is open to all in the parish and in our community, so please come and invite anyone you know who would like to know more about Catholic faith and practice. Note: this will not be an actual M

Church of St. Mark
Jan 161 min read


Parish Soiree (Jan 17)
School Gym | 7:00 - 10:00 PM Save the date for the 2026 St. Mark's Soirée! Join your parish family at 7 p.m. on Saturday, January 17, for an elegant, social evening of music, hors d’oeuvres, and beverages. All parishioners ages 21+ are invited by the pastor to attend. Formal invitation to follow. RSVP HERE

Church of St. Mark
Dec 30, 20251 min read


PES Founder's Mass (Jan 18)
11:00 AM | Church The Church of St. Mark is staffed by the religious order Pro Ecclesia Sancta (they're great!) and on Jan 20 (1992) their founder, Fr. Pablo Menor, SJ passed to his eternal reward. This year, their annual Mass in remembrance of Fr. Menor's "heavenly birthday" will be at the 11:00 AM Sunday Mass of January 18. Reception in Carolyn Hall to follow. RSVP if attending the reception!

Church of St. Mark
Dec 29, 20251 min read


Mary Mother of God (Jan 01)
Mass at 6:00 PM on Dec. 31 (with choir) and/or 10:00 AM Jan. 01 January 1st is the Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God! And the last octave day of Christmas (Christmas continues afterwards though, so keep it going). And it's a Holy Day of Obligation! (Also, parish office is closed Jan. 01!)

Church of St. Mark
Dec 29, 20251 min read


Christmastide (starts Dec 24)
Updated 2025 Dec 17: Note that, from what follows, 7:00 AM Mass will be suspended following the Christmas Eve Day 7:00 AM Mass. Adoration will be suspended from Christmas Eve Day with the 10:00 AM Mass and resume the following Monday after the 10:00 AM Mass. Dec 24 - Ordinary schedule in AM (7:00 & 10:00 AM) then Christmas schedule in PM 4:30 PM Vigil Mass with Cantor; 4:10 PM Carols Midnight Mass with Cantor Dec 25 - 10:00 AM only (with choir) Dec 26 - 10:00 AM only Dec

Church of St. Mark
Dec 21, 20251 min read


Nativity Tableau (Dec 24*)
December 24th @ 4:30 PM Christmas Vigil Mass* | Church Come take part in telling the Christmas story! Children ages 4-12 are invited to participate in a nativity tableau at the beginning of the 4:30PM Christmas Eve Mass. Rehearsal will take place on TUESDAY December 23rd at 11AM in the church. (Children who are 4 years old should plan to have a parent at rehearsal to assist them). Costumes will be provided. Sign up by Tuesday, 12/16. Please send questions to Katie Shra

Church of St. Mark
Dec 11, 20251 min read


Christmas Flower Offerings (by Dec 19)
St. Monica said to her saintly son before her death, "Remember me at the altar of the Lord." This Advent, you have the opportunity to place the memory of your deceased loved one close to the altar of God by means of a Christmas flower offering. Offerings will go to furnish the altar with the annual poinsettia arrangements. Please submit the donation and the name of your deceased loved one to the parish office by December 19th. Suggested offerings: 4.75” - $6 6.5” - $10 8” -

Church of St. Mark
Dec 11, 20251 min read


Advent Giving Tree (Nov 30 - Dec 17)
Start Advent off with the spirit of giving! And everyone in the family can get involved! Beginning November 30th, look for the Giving Tree in the St. Mark’s vestibule right as you enter the church for Mass! Take a moment before or after Mass to grab an ornament tag and help a local family in need. Then purchase the listed item and turn it in with the ornament tag attached on or before December 17th in “Santa’s Gift box” next to the Giving Tree! Make the most of your Advent

Church of St. Mark
Nov 23, 20251 min read


Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
Dec 8 | Masses at 10 AM, and 6 PM | A HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION

Church of St. Mark
Nov 23, 20251 min read


A French Baroque Christmas (Dec 06)
7:10 PM | The Church (2001 Dayton Ave) Have yourself A French Baroque Christmas with La Grande Bande! Tickets required! 7:10 - Organ Prelude 7:30 PM - Concert Performance $35 (Sec A), $25 (Sec B), $15 (Sec C/Students) Use discount StMarks1225 to save 15% Tickets can be obtained at lagrandebande.org/tickets or by phone at 507-237-6539 About La Grande Bande: La Grande Bande was founded by Dr. Michael Thomas Asmus in 2011, with the goal of bringing high-quality arts programmi

Church of St. Mark
Nov 22, 20252 min read


Christmas Boutique and Cookie Sale (Dec 6-7)
December 6 (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM), December 7 (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM) | Carolyn Hall (Moore St./Dayton Avenue - Free Entry! ) Mark your calendars now for the annual CCW Christmas Boutique, held on Saturday, December 6 from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, and on Sunday, December 7 from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Come to Carolyn Hall for homemade Christmas goodies and Christmas treasures for sale at a remarkable savings. There will be coffee and doughnuts after the Sunday masses. Volunteer help needed!

Church of St. Mark
Nov 22, 20251 min read


Parish Formation Night (Dec 03)
5:30 - 7:30 PM | Carolyn Hall This is for you, dear reader, as a member of the WHOLE PARISH FAMILY. "Really, for me?" Yes. In no uncertain terms. The evening will feature meal (pizza), formation, adoration, and small group discussion. Please RSVP so we have a good headcount for pizza!

Church of St. Mark
Nov 21, 20251 min read


Christ the King (Nov 23)
COMBINED MASS at 10:00 AM, Eucharistic Procession to Follow (with light reception after) Long live Christ the King! And he will; may we live long with him and share him with those around us! And so we will do just that on Sunday, November 23rd. And note Confessions will be from 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM.

Church of St. Mark
Nov 12, 20251 min read


Advent in the Home (Nov 22)
8:30 - 10:00 AM | St. Mark's Cafeteria For all women of the parish! Join your fellow women of the parish for a light breakfast, reflection, and a panel discussion on how to prepare homes and hearts for this liturgical season.

Church of St. Mark
Nov 3, 20251 min read
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