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 Quick Look Ahead
May 8:             Nursery Open

                       8:30am Boys and Girls Choir 

                        9am Family Eucharist

                       10am Sunday School

                       10am Summer Parents Meeting

                       11am Youth Parish Retreat Meeting

                       11am Boys and Girls Choir                                               Rehearsal

                       11:30am Teen Choir Rehearsal 
May 15:            Nursery Open

                        9am Children's Chapel

                       10am Sunday School

                       1pm High School Service Trip                                          Meeting
May 22:            Nursery Open

                       10am NO SUNDAY SCHOOL

                       10am Banner Sunday Service

THIS WEEK!
SUNDAY: Summer Parents Info Meeting!


Join us THIS SUNDAY during the 10am hour to receive important information about Summer programming in 2016, including Summer Sunday School, Service Trips, Parish Retreat, and more. This will be a great time to meet other St. Mark's parents, and get in-the-know with all things Youth and Family Ministries. Hope to see you there!
May 8: Parish Retreat Interest Meeting for Youth and Children!


In preparation for the Parish Retreat on June 11-12, all youth and children are encouraged to gather in the Library after Sunday School on this Sunday for donuts and lively discussion about what they hope to do at Claggett this year. We want to hear from everyone, so come with some ideas about what you have loved most about parish retreats of the past, and let's all work together to make this the best weekend yet!
The Return of Coffee Hour!


Join us this Sunday, May 8 for the return of the between services-after Sunday School-full groaning board-coffee hour.  Snacks and goodies for all ages.  A great place for Sunday Schoolers and parents to meet up.  Come, enjoy, and learn how you can help keep it going. See you there!



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Worship this Week: Family Eucharist!





It's that time of the month- time for our second Sunday Family Eucharist during the 9am service! Come enjoy a fun service geared towards youth and children with a special Children's Reflection given by Michele. See you there!
COMING UP
May 14: Parenting Younger Children Group Potluck Dinner!



All parents of children 5th grade and younger are encouraged to join us for dinner and lively conversation on Saturday, May 14 from 5:30-7:30pm in the Elders Room. Childcare is provided, so come enjoy an evening of fellowship and support with fellow St. Mark's parents. REGISTER HERE or Contact Caroline or Kate McFadden for more information.
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May 15: Inter-generational Tea Party! 




St. Mark's Women to Women group invite women of all ages to an inter generational tea party on Sunday, May 15, from 3:30pm-5pm in Baxter Hall. Hats and dresses encouraged but not required. Bring you favorite tea cup and plan for a lovely afternoon! RSVP via Edna Boone.  


June 11-12: All Parish Retreat!







Mark your calendars for the All Parish Retreat at Claggett Center in Adamstown, MD! This is a well-loved St. Mark's tradition and is a wonderful opportunity to connect to our community in a deep and meaningful way. And, of course, there will be tons of fun planned for youth and children! Stay tuned for more information about trip reservations, but, for now, click here for more information about the beautiful retreat Center!  


VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Volunteers Needed for Summer Programming!



We have a lot of exciting programming for youth this summer, but none of it will be possible without volunteers! See volunteer opportunities below and consider lending a helping hand:


Event: All Parish Retreat, Youth Activities Planning Team
Need: 2 parishioners to assist Director and Parish Life Liaison with planning children's activities for Parish Retreat
Requirements: Attend planning meeting in May (time/date TBD); assist with set up/organization at retreat; serve as supervisor for events during retreat.


Event: Summer Sunday School Volunteer
Need: 6-8 parishioners to assist with planning and leading Summer Sunday School (June 19-August 28)
Requirements: Attend teacher meeting (early June); sign up in groups of 3+ to lead at least 3 Summer Sunday School sessions (very teacher-friendly curriculum!)


Event: High School Service Trip Chaperons
Need: 3-4 parishioners to join us in NYC June 26-July 2
Requirements: Attend trip training times as able; be present for youth on trip; help Director with travel/itinerary logistics


Event: Middle School Service Trip Chaperons
Need: 3-4 Parishioners to join us at FLOC's Outdoor Education Center July 14-17.
Requirements: Attend trip training times as able; be present for youth on trip; help Director with travel/itinerary logistics


All volunteers must be up to date on Safeguarding God's Children training. Click here for more information or to sign up for one of the training dates below:


 - May 7- Ascension, Gaithersburg, 9:30am-12:30pm
 - June 4- Christ Church, La Plata, 9:30am-12:30pm
SAVE THE DATES!


May 22: Banner Sunday
June 11-12: Claggett Parish Retreat
June 24-July 1: Senior High Service Trip

July 14-17: Middle School Service Trip

July 24-29: Junior Camp EDOW
August 2-7: Middle Camp EDOW
Caroline McReynolds-Adams | Youth and Family Ministries | 202.543.0053, ext. 320 | caroline.mcreynoldsadams@stmarks.net | www.stmarks.net


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