You are warmly invited to St Mark’s this season.  As unrest, injustice, and suffering seems to rage in the world, how is the Christmas story one of love, joy, hope and peace for all?  

Born into a broken world, in a little a town of Bethlehem, the Prince of Peace came to earth.  We invite you to join us in Advent as we align ourselves with God’s presence and explore why the birth of a baby is relevant for each of us in the world today.

It starts with Christmas but it doesn’t have to end there.

Are you looking for a new opportunity, to meet interesting people and to go on an adventure together?

Alpha is a series of sessions that explores life, faith and meaning. There’s food, video and conversation. If you’re curious, why not add Alpha to your bucket list for 2024?

We are collecting luxury hamper items for The Harrogate Clothes Bank. If you would like to donate items please drop them at St Mark’s during office hours or at service times.

Suggested items to donate include:

Brandy Snaps
Florentines
Popcorn
Christmas Cake
Boxed Chocolates (celebrations)
Yule Log
Stollen
Pringles or nice crisp
Cranberry sauce
Chocolate orange
Tree chocolates
Shloer drink
Mince Pies

(no alcohol please)

Half of the collection taken during the Christingle Service will go to the work of the Children’s Society and half towards the mission and ministry of St Marks.

As a church we give 10% of our giving to charity. During our Christmas services 10% of all donations will go towards the Archbishops of Jerusalem & Canterbury Emergency Appeal for Diocese of Jerusalem. The international appeal calls for prayers and donations not only for the work of the Anglican-run al-Ahli Arab Hospital’s vital work in Gaza, but also for the Diocese of Jerusalem’s ministries throughout the Holy Land which are also being greatly affected by the Israel-Hamas war.