The mission of the Family Ministry is to bring Catholic families of all stages together in fellowship to grow spiritually, connect and build friendships, and serve others in our community.
We warmly invite all parishioners to become part of the Family Ministry.
Coming up Next...
Putting On the Armor of God Conference
Join the Family Ministry for a day of spiritual strengthening by
Putting on the Armor of God.
St. Mark Parish Hall.
This event includes snacks and lunch from Viva Chicken. Please select your lunch choice on the registration form. All meals are gluten and dairy free. Vegan option available.
Saturday, September 13, 2025
10 AM - 3 PM
Combat Evil, Cultivate Virtue
Increase Spiritual Protection for Families
Marian Devotion: Deepen your connection with Our Lady
Guest Speaker- Dan Schneider
Dr. Dan Schneider is an adjunct professor of theology at the Franciscan University of Steubenville and a faculty member at the Maryvale Institute in Birmingham, England. He
is a Benedictine oblate who has been involved in teaching and evangelization in the Catholic Church for nearly twenty years. Dan is a former amateur boxer, U.S. Army helicopter pilot, and Gulf War veteran who teaches with both humor and practical experience. He holds a degree in Business Administration from the University of Notre Dame, a Master’s Degree in Theology from Franciscan University of Steubenville, and a Ph.D. in Biblical Studies from Liverpool Hope University in England. Dan is also a founding member of Liber Christo, a movement in conjunction with Fr. Chad Ripperger, SMD, which provides tools and resources for priests and laity working in Catholic exorcism and deliverance.
$20 Single- $35 Couple -Please RSVP by September 8, 2025
Please register by clicking the link below.
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Fall 2025 Event Calendar
September 13:
Putting On the Armor of God Conference
Guest Speaker- Dan Schneider
October 04:
Wings and Trivia
November 1:
First Saturday Dinner
November 30:
St. Nicholas Pancake Breakfast
December 6:
First Saturday Dinner
Spring Events Coming Soon
2025-2026 Pray & Play Calendar
Select Tuesdays from 3 - 4:30 PM
| Fall 2025 | Spring 2026 |
|---|---|
| September 9 | January 13 |
| September 23 | January 27 |
| October 7 | February 10 |
| October 21 | February 24 |
| November 4 | March 10 |
| November 18 | March 24 |
| December 9 | April 14 |
| April 28 |
For more information about the First Saturday Devotion
Calling All Volunteers!
The Family Ministry relies on its members to ensure the success of our events! If you would like to assist with upcoming events, please fill out this form to be added to our volunteer list!
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Leadership Team
Christian & Michelle Suarez
We met at the very end of our senior year of college, right before Christian joined the US Marine Corps. We got married in between his deployments to Iraq, and transitioned to civilian life shortly after our oldest daughter was born. After several moves and being blessed with eight children, we are happy to call Huntersville home. We became parishioners at St. Mark in 2016. We feel strongly about the importance of community in raising our children in the Catholic faith and are grateful for the opportunity to support the families at St. Mark.
Chris & Kelly Fernandez
We’re a family of five who took a leap of faith and moved from Colorado to Huntersville in August 2023. Since then, St. Mark has embraced us with such a welcoming spirit, and we’re grateful for the opportunity to give back by sharing our passion for family and faith. With a strong commitment to nurturing family values, supporting our children’s spiritual growth, and walking alongside other families, we see the family ministry as a meaningful way to serve. It’s our hope to make a positive impact in the community through love, faith, and connection.