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Welcome to St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church.
St. Mark Parish lives, teaches, proclaims and celebrates the Good News of Jesus Christ.
I hope you will find this website contains useful information about our parish, sacramental life, ministries, and various forms. There are many opportunities to get involved in our parish life and grow in your faith.
If you need any assistance please feel free to contact the Parish Center at 317-787-8246.
- Fr. Bill Marks, Pastor -
a note from our pastor
I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas celebration. Even with the extra week of Advent this year, it was an extremely busy and event-packed Advent and Christmas for me. I pray your Advent and Christmas was a slower pace than my pace.
Thanks for everyone who gave of their time to decorate the church, to be ministers at all the Masses during the Octave of Christmas, and to sing or to play in all the different choirs. We are blessed with many talented people.
Thanks for all the gifts, goodies, invitations to parties and Christmas cards. I appreciate your kindness and goodness to me. A generous Santa placed a Nativity Set by the door of the rectory. I set it up in the middle of the kitchen table. Thank you, Santa! Also, someone placed a wonderful assortment of cookies and candies by the rectory door. I am sorry that I was unable to greet, to receive, and to thank you for your gift. The goodies were on a glass dessert stand which I would like to return, but there was no name on the gift.
May the Light of Christ guide you and fill you with grace, love, and hope in the New Year.
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St. Mark School Information
IMPORTANT ENROLLMENT DATES FOR 2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR
Early Bird Pre-Kindergarten Registration is Now Open!
Registration for St. Mark Catholic School 2019-2020 Pre-Kindergarten program is now open for those children age 4 by August 1, 2019. Our Pre-K program is a full day, 5 days a week program and follows our normal school schedule.
The registration fee for Pre-K is $200. You may register in the school office or by emailing Mr. Albertson at ralbertson@stmarkindy.
Please call the school office at (317) 786-4013 with any questions you may have.
Kindergarten - Eighth Grade Enrollments
Monday, January 7, 2019Letters of Intent for the 2019-2020 school year will be sent home with the oldest child of current St. Mark Catholic School Families for the purpose of securing spots for the 2019-2020 school year.
Friday, January 18, 2019
This Letter of Intent and $100 family registration fee is due back to the school office by Friday, January 18, 2019 by 3:30pm
Monday, January 21, 2019
St. Mark Parishioner Families that do not currently (2018-2019 school year) have children at St. Mark Catholic School, may begin registering students for the 2019-2020 school year to be considered for any available spots.
Wednesday, February 6, 2019
Open House- Open Enrollment for any families seeking enrollment for any available classroom spots.
Monday, May 6, 2019
All parents using FACTS Tuition Management to pay their tuition monthly must be enrolled online with their information current.
Friday, May 31, 2019
All parents paying their entire tuition upfront and receiving a discount must have full tuition payment to the school office.
Friday, May 31, 2019
All upfront partial tuition payments are due to the school office. (no discount given)
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News
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We pray for the repose of the soul of Jerry Obergfell. St. Mark extends condolences to his family. May God grant eternal rest to him and His consolation to his family and friends. May the soul of Jerry and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.Read More -
Married Couples – It’s New Year’s Resolution Time! – Resolve to start a new love affair with your spouse that’s beyond your wildest dreams. It can happen on a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend? Future Weekends will be at Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House, Indianapolis, from 26-28 April and from 1-3 November 2019, and at Mount Saint Francis Centre for Spirituality, New Albany, from 1–3 February and from 16- 18 August 2019. Visit www.wwme.org for further information.Read More -
Look back at the first 25 years of St. Mark.Read More -
Our lives change when our habits change. Based on Matthew Kelly’s book The Four Signs of a Dynamic Catholic, Find Your Greatness will introduce you to four simple ways to reach your full potential. On Saturday, January 19th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., St. Roch will host Dr. Allen Hunt as he guides us along the journey of finding the-best-version-of-yourself. Tickets are $25 and include the book. They may be purchased at the Parish Center or online. Tickets purchased at the Parish Center are buy one, get one free. For more information about the event or to purchase tickets online, click above. Questions? Please contact Angi Swiezy at aswiezy@stmarkindy.org or 787-8246 x104.Read More -
Ann Unversaw, Marcie and Steve Swayze, Cliff Edgemon, Fred Engelking, Lisa Engelking, Dick Bowling, Mickey Lentz, Mike Murphy, Puring De La Alas, Jo Ellen Forestal, Chris A. Williams, Elaine Alexander, Mike Schwartz, Mary Fortress, Sherry Brett, Carolyn Walters, Karen Firkins, Sherrie Blomberg, Linda and Jerry Gaydos, Pat Henn, Joe Pierle, Shirley Martin, Hunter Moore, Betty Mouser, Joanne Burkert, Debbie O’Neal, Rosemary Delph, Bill Mahlman, and Pat Taylor. To add or update a name to our Prayer List, or the St. Mark Prayer Chain, please contact Alison Archer, aarcher@stmarkindy.orgRead More -
To submit information to the St. Mark Bulletin, please email Alison Archer (aarcher@stmarkindy.org). All submissions must be received by Monday at Noon to be printed for the coming Sunday.Read More
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Upcoming Events
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Thursday, January 17, 7:00 PM
The next St. Mark Men's Club meeting will be held Thursday, January 17th. We will have a special start time at 7:00 pm so we may enjoy the Pacers/Sixers game on national TV. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Please come join us. We are open to all men of the parish 21 and older.Read More -
Monday, January 21, 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Vigil for Life with Audrey Assad Sponsored by the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, Diocese of Lafayette - in - Indiana, and Right to Life Indianapolis Come join us for a night of worship, Eucharistic Adoration, confessions, and a Eucharistic procession, as we pray for the respect of ALL life! St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church.Read More -
Saturday, January 26, 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
The St. Mark PTG Spaghetti Dinner is quickly approaching! The Spaghetti Dinner is a great social event that brings our St. Mark families together for a great meal while raising money. Meal includes spaghetti and meatballs, ziti, garlic bread, salad, and dessert! Prices: Family $20 Adult $8 Youth (5-12) $5 Senior Citizen $5 Children 4 and under eat free!Read More -
Saturday, February 2, 1:00 PM - 8:30 PM
We would love for your middle school student to join us for this year's Jr. High Youth Rally: Holy, Holy, Holy. The Jr. High Youth Rally is a one-day event for all students in grades 6-8 to explore their faith and grow deeper in their relationship with Christ through music, prayer, and talks prepared by our keynote speaker and high school breakout presenters. This event is presented by the youth ministers of the South Deanery and will have attendees from across the Archdiocese. Date: Saturday, February 2, 2019 Time: 1 p.m. dropoff - 8:30 p.m. pickup Where: Roncalli High School. Click for more information.Read More -
February 15 - February 18
SENIOR RETREAT FOR THOSE WHO ATTEND A PUBLIC SCHOOL OR ARE HOMESCHOOLED will take place President's Day Weekend February 15-18th at CYO Camp Rancho Framasa, IN. Registration will close February 1st on our website. If you know a Senior that might benefit from this experience, please invite them to attend. Cost: $165 Register: Online archindyym.com/senior-retreatRead More -
Friday, February 22
Valle Vista Country Club Come, Sail Away! The Dinner Dance committee is seeking donations for the Silent Auction and Raffle to be held during the Dinner Dance on February 22. Suggested items include gift cards, bottles of beer, wine, and/or liquor, cash to purchase items, and any new items that someone would like to win. Also, if you know a business owner who would like to donate a service or item, those are appreciated also. You can drop items off at the Parish Center or contact Molly Burns at 317-440-6071 or mburns314@comcast.net to schedule pick up. Thank you for assistance! IN Gaming License 149215Read More
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Today's Readings
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Reading 1 Heb 3:7-14Responsorial Psalm Ps 95:6-7c, 8-9, 10-11Gospel Mk 1:40-45
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community rewards program & fundraising information
A percentage of your total Kroger bill will be donated to St. Mark Catholic School and we ask that all families enroll in this rewards program to help earn money for our school! Register online at krogercommunityrewards.com. You will need your Kroger Plus card number. Make sure to designate SAINT MARK CATHOLIC SCHOOL as your charitable choice.
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SaFE and sacred training
Safe and Sacred is the child protection program for the Archdiocese of Indianapolis. The training program is completely conducted online and includes processing of a background check and Code of Conduct. The purpose of the “Safe and Sacred” program is to provide easier access to child protection training for clergy, employees, and volunteers. It allows us to broaden the focus of the training to increase awareness of all forms of child abuse. Safe and Sacred includes an assessment that must be taken and passed to ensure that training content is learned and can be applied. Who is Required to Sign Up for this Program? Safe and Sacred Training is a requirement for all volunteers regardless of their ministry area. If you are 18 years of age or older and you volunteer in any ministries here at St. Mark, you must comply with all the requirements prior to volunteering. Click here to access the Safe and Sacred site. Please contact the Parish Center at 787-8246 if you have any questions.