Thanksgiving Sunday
Sunday, October 11, 2026 - 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Services
Thanksgiving Hospitality follows the 10:30 a.m. Service in Addison Hall. We look forward to seeing you!
Today we celebrate the Rector's 23rd ordination anniversary. Michael Bloss will perform two pieces that were played during the ordination ceremony. The reception following the 10:30 service will provide an opportunity to express best wishes and gratitude to Leighton for his dedicated service as well as to wish one another a blessed Thanksgiving.
Niagara Women's Retreat: Shaping the Future
Bishop Susan Bell Retreat - October 16-17, 2026
Bishop Susan Bell invites the women of the Diocese of Niagara to join her on retreat this fall in Niagara-on-the-Lake to explore how God is calling and equipping women to use their gifts, voices, and experiences in service of God's church. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. You can click the graphic below to go to the Registration page. You can also CLICK HERE and CLICK HERE for more information and to register.
2026 ST. MARK'S CEMETERY
TREE PRUNING
The annual pruning of the over 100 trees that have been planted to create the arboretum in the cemetery will take place in late fall. Pruning is done to remove deadwood and to ensure the ongoing health of the trees.
CEMETERY MAINTENANCE
The cemetery is looking for volunteers to help keep it neat and tidy. It involves walking the cemetery, picking up any debris, twigs and branches throughout the summer. Some pruning may be required including the ivy in and around the memorial garden.
Anyone who is interested please contact Sally Mitchell at semitch215@gmail.com.
STONE CLEANING
We welcome volunteers to assist with the cleaning of historic stones. A"refresher" session will be held on a Saturday morning in June. More details to follow. Once trained, volunteers may work on their own and at their own pace.
DONATIONS
Donations for ongoing tree maintenance are most welcome. St Mark's issues annual charitable donation receipts for donations totalling $50.00 or more.