Lifelong Faith Formation

Catholic Moms Group provides an opportunity for moms to meet for prayer and fellowship. The group also includes a faith-centered book study allowing participants to grow together in their vocation of motherhood. Children (and their toys) are welcome! 

Our St. Mark elementary programs enrich the knowledge of your child's faith as well as their spiritual life, prayer, and liturgical experiences. Our goal is to continue supporting our children and families while strengthening our efforts and commitment to the total faith development and education of children at St. Mark.

We offer Little Lambs, a pre-school and kindergarten program on Sunday mornings, 9:30am-10:30am, and elementary Faith Formation classes on Wednesday evenings, 4:15pm-7:45pm, for children in grades 1-5.

Sacramental preparation for First Reconciliation and First  Holy Communion is a 2-year program and requires both the child and parents to actively participate in the life and mission of the Church. 

Children who are "out of sequence" due to lack of participation in faith formation classes or catechesis can enroll in our Out of Sequence Program. Once completed, the child will be able to receive the sacraments of Baptism, First Reconciliation, and/or First Holy Communion. 

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• Edge (Grades 6-8): As their teenage years draw near, Edge will help deepen their faith, develop a personal relationship with Jesus, and strengthen their friendships in the Church community. 
• Lifeteen (Grades 9-12): Lifeteen is a classical youth ministry program focused on leading teens to Christ and allowing the Young Church to step into its own as the faith is passed onto the next generation. Students experience community-building activities, praise and worship, large group presentations, and small group breakouts. 

Youth Ministry Meeting Times

• Edge - Wednesdays, 6:30pm-7:45pm, Parish Hall

• Lifeteen - Sundays Meetings, 6:30pm-8:30pm, St. Mark Catholic School/Gym (must attend 2 meetings per month) 

All high school teens, through their participation in Lifeteen, receive their required sacramental formation for Confirmation. Teens must be enrolled and participate in the program for two consecutive years. 

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The Men's Prayer Group gathers for prayer and preparation for the upcoming Sunday Mass. Time together begins with prayer and the Rosary followed by a detailed discussion of the upcoming scripture readings for Sunday. Commentary is provided by group leader, Paul Covington. During meetings, expert opinions are shared from Dr. Brant Pitre, Dr. John Bergsma, and Dr. Scott Hahn, along with teachings from the Catechism of the Catholic Church. 

The Men's Prayer Group meets Thursdays, 6:30am-7:45am, at St. Mark in the St. Juan Diego Room. Participants can also join online or by phone.

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Rosary and Readings is a co-ed group that gathers for prayer and preparation for the upcoming Sunday Mass. Time together begins with prayer and the Rosary followed by a detailed discussion of the upcoming scripture readings for Sunday. Commentary is provided by group leader, Paul Covington. During meetings, expert opinions are shared from Dr. Brant Pitre, Dr. John Bergsma, and Dr. Scott Hahn, along with teachings from the Catechism of the Catholic Church. 

Rosary and Readings meets Thursdays, online, 10:15am-11:30am.

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The Secular Franciscans are an 800-year-old order of the Catholic Church. There are upwards of 1 million Secular Franciscans in the world. Members are part of the third order founded by St. Francis of Assisi. Franciscans come from all walks of life and strive to live the Beatitudes and work toward their conversion and sanctification. 

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Seekers of the Kingdom is a co-ed bible study group for adults. Meetings take place on Mondays, 9:15am-11am, in the St. Juan Diego Room. 

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The Discalced Carmelites are a Roman Catholic religious community of priests, nuns, brothers, deacons, and laity serving the Church through lives of contemplative prayer and ministry in a fraternal setting appropriate to their state in life. Members of the Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites are faithful members of the Church, called to live in allegiance to Christ "through a friendship with the one we know loves us" and in service to the Church. Under the protection of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, in the biblical tradition of the prophet Elijah and inspired by the teachings of St. Teresa of Jesus and St. John of the Cross, they seek to deepen their Christian commitment received in baptism. 

Members of the Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites live their vocations "in the world" rather than in a monastery.  Having the freedom to be physically present to others in their families, workplaces, neighborhoods, and parishes, they bring the fruit of their prayer to the world. 

The St. Joseph Community of Discalced Carmelites Secular Order meets the first Saturday of every month at St. Mark from 10am-1pm in the chapel and educational rooms (St. Juan Diego and St. John Newman). 

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That Man is You! is an interactive men's program focused on the development of male leadership in the modern world. It combines the best research from science with the teachings of the Catholic faith and the wisdom of the saints to develop the vision of authentic men capable of transforming themselves, their families and greater society. 

That Man is You! meets Saturdays, 6am-7:30am, in the Parish Hall. 

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Walking with Purpose is a bible study group for women. It combines personal study with small group discussion, linking our everyday challenges to the solutions given to us through the teachings of Christ and the Catholic Church. If you desire to grow in your faith, in a supportive community of Catholic women, Walking with Purpose is for you!

Walking with Purpose meets Thursdays, 9:30am-11am, in the St. John Henry Newman Room.

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Women of the Word is an adult women's bible study group. Meetings take place on Thursdays, 11am-12:30pm, in the St. Juan Diego Room. 

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