Community
The Goal
Why community matters
As members of the body of Christ and the Catholic church, the parishioners at St. Mark Catholic Church are part of an active and vibrant community of faith and love. A variety of activities for all ages occur in the community every month.
Cub Scouts
Cub Scouting is a family-oriented program designed for boys 1st through 5th grade. The purpose of the program is to have fun while helping the boys develop character, their association with the community at large and their spiritual awareness. Boys are divided into dens based on grade level or age. Each Den is led by adult volunteers, mostly parents of Cubs. Each den has the ultimate goal to earn a rank in Cub Scouts; activities are directed to accomplish these advancements. 1st graders earn Tiger; 2nd graders earn Wolf; 3rd graders earn Bear, and; 4th and 5th graders work to earn Webelos and the Arrow of Light. A boy can join scouting at any level.
There are specific Catholic religious emblem award programs presented in the Pack through the Catholic Committee on Scouting: Parvuli Dei, Light of Christ, Don Boscoe
Boy Scouts
Boy Scouts is a youth program designed for young men from the age of 11 (or graduated from the 5th grade) up to the age of 18. The purpose of the program is to help the young men develop themselves with a commitment to God, to others and to himself. It is a boy ran program overseen by volunteer adults. One of the objectives of the programs is to develop leadership skills and expose the boys to a variety subjects that may direct future hobbies and/or careers. Of these, camping is one of the primary emphasis areas. Boy Scouts meet once a week for troop meetings/activities. Once a month we also have a weekend activity that usually includes camping. Each summer we also attend a 10 day summer camp at the H. Roe Bartle Scout Reservation next to Truman Lake.
Remarkables
The ReMARKables is our traveling group for those 50 and older. It was begun some 20 years ago and continues strongly today. Our trips accommodate 52 passengers travel to such places as Washington, DC; New York, Miami, The Grand Canyon and many other places. Check with Betsy for the next trip and its availability.
YOU CAN NOW PAY WITH A CREDIT CARD or e-Check!
Flute Circle
Would like to invite all who play or would like to learn how to play.
Our group meets weekly to enjoy the beautiful music of the Native American Style Flute.
All are WELCOME, no musical experience necessary.
Every Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. in meeting room 5
For more information please contact Elvin Barchers at 816-520-4158
If you don’t own your own flute, we have PVC flutes you can borrow. Must contact Elvin first.
Knit wits
The Knit Wits Prayer Shawl Ministry gathers together to knit, crochet and pray as we create prayer shawls for those in need in our community. For those who are ill, suffering from a loss to those celebrating a birth, sacrament or other joyous occasion, we help to provide a symbolic hug wrapping each recipient in the warmth of our community's love and support.
Our ministry meets on the SECOND Tuesday of each month (NO GATHERINGS IN JULY & DECEMBER) from 7-8:30 in meeting room 3. Feel free to join us!
Requests for prayer shawls can be made by calling Chris Masuch in the parish office. Please allow 4 weeks for an individual request. There is NO cost for a prayer shawl! It is freely given in love; however, donations (financial or supplies) are always appreciated. Thank you for your continued support!!
To learn more, contact Chris Masuch by phone (816-373-2600 ext. 351) or email.
Bingo
A social ministry for adults designed to promote fun and fellowship. Bingo meets the first Monday of each month from 11:30 am to 3:00 pm in meeting room 1 of the Parish Center. Bring your own snack. All adults are welcome to participate as players or as helpers.
For more information, please contact Tony or Vicky Macias at 816-217-3933.
