The Mission, Vision, and Core Values of St. Mark’s

We celebrate God’s love by welcoming all people into a life with Jesus Christ and each other.

Worship

Our worship of the Trinity is expressed in the Word and Sacraments according to the
Bible and the Book of Common Prayer. It is enhanced by traditional architecture and sacred liturgical music: ancient and modern.

Outreach

We sponsor multiple ministries for those in spiritual, emotional or physical need, whether on the margins of life in our downtown or others in the wider Southeast Texas community.

Education

Christian education at St. Mark’s enables our children to find joy in spiritual growth,
our youth to find relevance in the Gospel message and adults to engage the life of the mind which feeds the spirit.

Stewardship

We strive to be faithful stewards of our time, talent and treasure for the ultimate glory of God, the growth of His Kingdom and as an example to others.

Fellowship

We are a community of believers whose relationship with each other is centered on our common faith in God and His Son. We provide a Christ

Vision of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 2021

In support of our core values and to accomplish our mission, St. Mark’s Church proclaims its vision as a community which will:

• Enable the congregation to engage and serve our neighbors at home, school, work, and in the community.
• Build on the engagement and encouragement of families with opportunities for worship, fellowship, children and youth activities, and service activities that meet their unique pace and life schedules.
• Encourage the generous sharing of God’s gifts to use of time, talent, and treasure.
• Enhance our multimedia (especially website and social media) communication in the congregation and in the community.
• Equip the congregation to provide safety, security, and first aid when we gather.
  

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