Spiritual Growth

Altar Guild - Altar flowers, linen care and church decorating at Christmas and Easter. For information, contact Sr. Mary Agnes at srmaryagnes2001@gmail.com.

Be a Man -  The Saint Mark Be A Man group hopes to encourage all men to embrace their vocations by being faithful to the teachings of the Catholic Church and by reclaiming their duties as men in all aspects of life. We meet on Thursday evenings from 7 to 9pm.  If you have any questions please contact Rod Brostrom, rod.brostrom@gmail.com.  More information can be found at www.stmark/beaman.org

Cursillo/Cursillistas -  Christian Life Retreats that provides 3-day weekends for those who participate to learn how to better live out Christianity and then continue to meet and share.  for information on Cursillo at St. Mark, go to www.stmarknc.org/cursillo. 

Divine Mercy Cenacle -  This group holds a bi-weekly prayer and discussion on Scripture, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and the writings of St. Maria Faustina, as a small Christian community. Meets twice a month on Wednesday morning or Wednesday evening. For more information contact Chris Donaghy at chrisdonaghy2@gmail.com.

Evangelical Catholic -  Learn more about sharing your faith, meeting people where they are at, and deepening your own relationship with God through Evangelical Catholic. Visit www.stmarknc.org/evangelical-catholic fore more information.

Elementary School Catechists (K-5 ECHO) - Teaching children K-5 about our faith and preparation for Sacraments.  Visit www.stmarknc.org/catechists-core-team for more information.

Family Ministry - Our mission is bring Catholic families together in fellowship to grow spiritually, connect and build friendships, and serve others in our community. Visit www.stmarknc.org/family-ministry for more information or contact Michelle Suarez at family.ministry@stmarknc.org

Fidelis - Young women 6th-12th grades, developing a sisterhood and supporting each other in living lives of virtue. For more information visit www.stmarknc.org/fidelis or email fidelis@stmarknc.org.

Fraternus - For the young men of our parish in 6th-12th grade, challenging them to grow in a life of virtue. For more information visit www.stmarknc.org/fraternus or email commander.stmark.fraternus@gmail.com.

Hispanic Ministry - Works with all aspects of the Hispanic Community. For more information visit www.stmarknc.org/hispano.

Holy Face Devotion -  Prayer group that meets in the Church every Tuesday from 5:30-6:30 pm to offer prayers of reparation to the Holy Face of Jesus. For more information about our group, or to see Fr. Lawrence Carney's presentation on April 24, 2023, go to www.stmarknc.org/holy-face-apostolate.Or contact Virginia Greecher at greecherv3@gmail.com

Life Teen/High School Youth Ministry - Catholic high school youth ministry program. Our goal is to reach out to teens on four levels spiritual, emotional, social, and educational. We meet each Sunday after the 5:00PM mass at the Parish Hall, where we have some time for fellowship over a free meal, After dinner, we move into our Life Night which may be about a relevant issue, an educational teaching or just about having fun in a social atmosphere. For more information visit: www.stmarknc.org/lifeteen.

Marriage Ministry -  Providing support for married couples to strengthen their relationship in accordance to the Catholic faith. Please contact Mario Sacasa, hope@drmariosacasa.com, or Christine Wisdom, ontheroadstmark@gmail.com.  More information can be found at the Marriage Ministry page here: www.stmarknc.org/marriage-ministry.

Mary’s Women of Joy -  Mary's Women of Joy is a ministry offering prayer and the Catholic study of scripture and Church teachings. Through both prayer and study, this ministry encourages and supports women in our spiritual growth, understanding, and embrace of the Catholic faith. our ministry is faithful and obedient to the Magisterium of the Church and receptive to the work of the Holy Spirit. We joyfully strive to integrate fullness and beauty of our faith into our lives, while fulfilling our God-given vocations to know, to love, and to serve god within our families, parishes, and community.  For more information please visit the Mary's Women of Joy page here: www.stmarknc.org/MWOJ.

Men's Bible Study -  Men meet regularly for a selected course of Bible Study. All men are welcome. We start and end the class with prayer and we are currently studying the Book of Genesis.  The Group meets most Wednesday evenings  100% is never required, we know people have other duties to fulfill. For any questions, please contact Ray FitzGerald, rfitzg@aol.com, (704)-922-1702

Men's Fellowship Group - Our purpose is to discuss our lives in the light of our faith and share our experiences through friendship, prayer, and fraternity. Our meetings are centered around specific topics with applicable Scripture and Catechism readings. our gal is to grow closer to Christ and reinforce his values in our lives and homes. We Meet 2 Saturdays a month at 7:00 am until 8:50 in Room 200 in the Parish Center.  If you have any questions please reach out to either John Benson, johnjbenson1962@gmail.com or Sean McSweeney at, seanwmcsweeny@bellsouth.net

Middle School Catechists (6-8 EDGE and Confirmation) - Core Team members for middle school ministry program where Confirmation prep takes place. Visit www.stmarknc.org/catechists-core-team for more information.

Millions of Monicas -  Women who meet weekly to pray for their children, grandchildren, Godchildren, loved ones who have left the Catholic Faith.  for more details visit www.stmarknc.org/millions-of-monicas

OCIA (formerly RCIA)  -  Volunteers assist in small group discussions and support those interested in becoming Catholic.  Contact Leanne Vaccaro at leanne.vaccaro@stmarknc.org for more information.

Perpetual Adoration -  Our Lord is waiting to spend an hour with you each week. Open 24 hrs/7 days a week. www.stmarknc.org/adoration

Prayer Chain Ministry -  To request private prayers for someone, or a card sent to them, please go to www.stmarknc.org/prayers.  If you would like to add someone to the website list, and/or the Bulletin list, please contact Paige Mccall at paige.mccall@stmarknc.org. Items published in the Bulletin may take 2 weeks to appear. Names will appear in the Bulletin for a month. Names will remain on the website for the calendar year. To become a member of the prayer team, please email prayerwarriors@stmarknc.org.

Prayer Shawl Ministry - This is a group of dedicated ladies at St Mark who meet twice a month to pray and fellowship together as we knit and crochet prayer shawls for those suffering through a time of transition, crisis or need. Our shawls go to the Levine & Dickson Hospice Houses in Huntersville and in Charlotte, Rachel's Vineyard Retreat and Parish members. The group also makes baby blankets that go to area NICUs and Mira Via.  You can assist this Ministry by becoming a member and sharing your talents with us, donating yarn or making a monetary donation to aid in the purchase of yarn, For more information, contact Liz Hoegler at jlhoegler@gmail.com.

Regnum Christi -  Regnum Christi’s mission is to reveal Christ’s love to people, form them as apostles, and launch them in their God-given mission. For more information visit rcnorthcarolina.org.

Rosary Makers Ministry (Our Lady Undoer of Knots) -  Did you know that here at St. Mark we have a ministry devoted to making Rosaries for those making First Communion, Confirmation, and for those being Baptized? We also send Rosaries to other places that are in need. What a beautiful way to share our talent while evangelizing the Rosary. Everyone is welcome! Whether you are a beginner (We will teach you) or someone who has been making Rosaries for years, we need you! So, if you enjoy making things with your hands and have devotion to the Blessed Mother, and the Rosary please consider becoming part of this ministry. If you have any questions or if you know anyone in need of a Rosary, please contact Sharon Torczynski at rosaryblessing@aol.com. Meetings are held once a month on the last Saturday of the month at 10 AM, following the 9 AM Mass, in Room 204.

Rosary Prayer Group -  Parishioners meet Tuesday evenings from 7-7:30 pm in the church to pray the rosary.  For more information contact Sherri Petrilli, sfpetrilli@gmail.com.

Small Groups -  Program to connect with others through small group faith sharing studies in the fall and spring.  Visit www.stmarknc.org/small-groups for more details.

Welcome Retreats - The Welcome group begins with a Retreats to help you discover what’s missing in your life and what to do about it.  Visit our Welcome page here: www.stmarknc.org/welcome-retreat.

Widow Support Group -  Widows meet weekly for support and fellowship. For information, contact Karen Lynn at cwik2016@aol.com

Women Newcomers/After the Boxes -  Meets twice per year for 10 week sessions on Wednesday mornings. Class helps with the physical, spiritual and emotional aspects of a move. Meet fellow parishioners and connect to church and community. For more information please contact Catherine at 704-340-6234 or email After-the-boxes@stmarknc.org.