WATER CHALLENGE
For the past 19 years, St. Mark has supported Marion Medical Mission through our Christmas Alternatives Gift Fair. During the past three years, St. Mark member donations have funded the construction of 30 wells.
We are beginning our third annual Lenten Challenge on Ash Wednesday.
Pastor Dave has encouraged his congregations for the past 12 years to drink only clean tap water for the 40 days of Lent. Giving up the morning trip to Starbucks or the evening glass of wine might be a tall task for some, but it will help us comprehend how much money we spend on beverages.
Moreover, we can use the money we save to support more wells in Africa. We are blessed to have clean water in our community, and this challenge helps us to understand the needs of those who have less, and support groups who are working to provide living water for all God’s children.
Christine Polak, Mission Committee
READ THE GOSPEL in 40 DAYS
Another challenge is to join us for reading the Gospel each day during Lent. Pastor Dave's St.Mark Spark will also follow this schedule beginning today, Ash Wednesday.
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