St. Mark's UMC

06/23/2026

What helps you stay connected to God through prayer?

Do you have a favorite time of day, a favorite place, or a prayer practice that helps you focus?

Share your thoughts in the comments and encourage one another.

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06/22/2026

THE POWER OF PRAYER

Prayer is one of God's greatest gifts to His people.

Through prayer, we bring our joys, concerns, hopes, fears, and thanksgiving before God. Prayer reminds us that we are not alone and that our Heavenly Father hears us when we call upon Him.

Sometimes prayer comes easily. Other times, we struggle to find the words. Yet Scripture assures us that even when we cannot pray as we ought, God knows our hearts.

This week, set aside a few moments each day to be still before God. Speak honestly, listen carefully, and trust that He is near.

📖 "Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God." — Philippians 4:6

🙏 Prayer: Lord, teach us to pray. Help us to bring every part of our lives before You and to trust in Your wisdom, love, and care. Amen.

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06/21/2026

👔 Happy Father's Day from St. Mark's UMC!

Today we give thanks for fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, foster fathers, mentors, and all those who have faithfully reflected God's love through their guidance, sacrifice, and care.

We also recognize that Father's Day can bring mixed emotions. Some are celebrating joyful relationships, while others are remembering loved ones, grieving loss, carrying difficult memories, or longing for relationships that never were.

Wherever you find yourself today, may you be reminded of the steadfast love of our Heavenly Father, who knows you, cares for you, and walks with you through every season of life.

📖 "As a father has compassion for his children, so the Lord has compassion for those who fear Him." — Psalm 103:13

Join us in thanking God for the people who have shaped and encouraged us along the way.

💙 We'd love to hear from you: Who is someone who has had a positive fatherly influence in your life?

06/20/2026

06/19/2026

"Christianity is a life. It is not enough to have learned Christ and His doctrine; we must imitate Him."

— John Chrysostom

Discipleship is not simply knowing about Jesus—it is becoming more like Him.

06/18/2026

This week, choose one intentional way to follow Jesus:

• Spend ten extra minutes in prayer.
• Read a chapter of Scripture each day.
• Encourage someone who is struggling.
• Serve a neighbor or friend in need.
• Invite someone to worship with you.

Small acts of faithfulness can have a lasting impact.

What step will you take this week?

06/17/2026

"But be doers of the word, and not merely hearers who deceive themselves."

— James 1:22

Faith is not only something we believe—it is something we live. As disciples of Jesus, we are called to put God's Word into practice each day.

06/16/2026

What is one practice that helps you grow closer to Christ?

Is it prayer? Reading Scripture? Worship? Serving others? Spending time in Christian fellowship?

Share your answer below. Your experience may encourage someone else in their walk with Christ.

06/15/2026

FOLLOW ME

Following Jesus is more than attending church on Sunday. It is a daily journey of learning, growing, serving, and trusting. When Jesus called His disciples, He did not simply invite them to believe certain truths. He invited them to walk with Him. They learned from His teachings, observed His compassion, and gradually became more like Him.

The same invitation is extended to us today. No matter where we are in our faith journey, Jesus calls us to take the next step in following Him. This week, consider what it means to be a disciple—not just in word, but in action.

"Then Jesus said to His disciples, 'If any want to become My followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross and follow Me.'" — Matthew 16:24

06/14/2026

🙏 Sunday Discussion

Thank you for worshiping with us today!

What is one lesson, Scripture, or insight from today's message that you want to carry into the week ahead?

Share your takeaway in the comments. Your reflection may encourage someone else in their walk with Christ.