Becoming A Member


How Does One Affiliate with The Episcopal Church?

Through Baptism and Confirmation or Reception.

  • The Episcopal Church recognizes the baptism of all other Christian churches.
  • Confirmation (Inquirer’s) Classes: Classes are held each spring and fall and are open to all who wish to be confirmed or received, or those who would like to take a refresher course or those who would simply like to learn more about The Episcopal Church.
  • Reception refers to those previously confirmed in the Roman Catholic Church, Evangelical Lutheran Church of America, or any of the Greek or Eastern Orthodox Churches.


Transfer of Membership

Anyone can transfer membership from another Episcopal Church to St. Mark’s Episcopal Church by contacting Melody Jones.


Who May Receive Communion In the Episcopal Church?

All baptized Christians are welcome to receive Holy Communion. This is the Lord’s Table, not ours. If you are or have ever been welcome at the Lord’s Table anywhere, you are welcome here with us.
 

Interested in Finding Out More About Becoming a Member?

  • Come visit us on a Sunday. We worship at 8 a.m. (Rite I, Spoken) and 10:30 a.m. (Rite II, With Choir and Organ)
  • Reach out to staff by filling out our contact us form.
  • Call our office at 409-832-3405


Youth Confirmation

For those students who are in sixth grade and up and who are ready to affirm their faith, we offer youth confirmation class. Students will learn about the Episcopal Church, the sacraments, and the creeds. They will become more familiar with the Book of Common Prayer. The program culminates with those participants being confirmed by the Bishop. Confirmation marks the beginning for students to explore their identity as a Christian, and to expand their involvement in our parish and the wider church. Parents may wish to contact Lauren Johnsen, Director of Family Ministries.