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 Quick Look Ahead
May 14:            5:30pm Parenting Young Children                                            Potluck Dinner
May 15:            Nursery Open

                        9am Children's Chapel

                       10am Sunday School

                       1pm High School Service Trip                                          Meeting

                       11am Boys and Girls Choir                                               Rehearsal

                       11:30am Teen Choir Rehearsal 
May 22:            Nursery Open

                       10am NO SUNDAY SCHOOL

                       10am Banner Sunday Service

May 29:            Nursery Open

                        9am Children's Chapel

                        NO SUNDAY SCHOOL
THIS WEEK!
SATURDAY: 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.
SUNDAY: High School Service Trip Meeting


This is your last chance to hear information and details about our High School Service Trip to NYC before the registration deadline! This meeting is for parents and rising 9th-12th grade youth-- 1:00pm-2:30pm in the Adams Room. Come for some final details, planning time, and conversation about the importance of service. 



If you cannot attend the meeting but are still interested in the trip, contact Caroline. The registration deadline is Monday, May 16.
Worship this Week: Children's Chapel!




We are back in Chldren's Chapel this week with Caroline! Meet us in the Nave at 9am and we will all be dismissed to the Dance Studio together for a time of creative prayer, singing, and worship. Don't forget to bring some spare change for the offering! See you then!
The Return of Coffee Hour!


Join us this Sunday, May 15 for Coffee Hour!  Snacks and goodies for all ages will be provided after Sunday School in Baxter Hall.  This is great place for youth and parents to connect.  Come, enjoy, and learn how you can help keep it going. See you there!



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Sunday Afternoon: 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.  
COMING UP


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 is tons of fun planned for youth and children! 
When we aren't creating a fun skit together, we will be splashing around in the pool, enjoying a nature hike scavenger hunt, playing kickball and flashlight tag, showing off our moves at the barn dance, and roasting marshmallows by the campfire.


For more information and to register, CLICK HERE!
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:


 - 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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