Upcoming Events
Men’s Coffee + Co-Op
Starts Tuesday, January 14 | Coffee Fellowship 6:15am-6:45am | Mission Café
Men—there’s a new opportunity to dive into community on Tuesday mornings at St. Mark’s! Our Men’s Coffee and Co-Op is an elective-based experience providing multiple ways to engage in fellowship over a cup of coffee, studies, and even an early morning workout. You can come to any or all of these, but we hope you don’t miss this chance to connect with other guys in our community!
Coffee fellowship from 6:15-6:45am at the Mission Café will be the central hub of the morning. Come get to know and hang out with other men over coffee.
Before this, there will be an F3 (Fitness, Fellowship, Faith) workout from 5:30-6:15am, in the ballfield parking lot. Come out and build relationships—and your fitness level—at the same time!
After coffee fellowship, choose from book and Bible studies from 6:45-7:45am, will help deepen your faith with a variety of options to engage in together.
Book studies for 2025 include: Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley and Lead Like It Matters To God by Rich Stearns.
The Bible Study will focus on 1 and 2 Thessalonians.
Financial Peace University
Starts Wednesday, February 26 | 6:30-8pm | Atrium
When debt isn’t holding you back, nothing can stop you from living the life of your dreams. And here’s the good news: You can get there. You just need a plan that works. That’s what you’ll learn in Financial Peace University. FPU is the 9-week class that teaches you step by step how to pay off debt fast and build wealth for your future.
Stuffy financial class? Not here. FPU is full of energy, easy-to-understand lessons, and real-life examples of people just like you who have taken control of their money.
And the best part? You’ll experience the class with a group of people, led by some of our St. Mark's FPU alum, who will encourage you and hold you accountable every step of the way. That’s what makes FPU so life-changing! In fact, the average FPU graduate is debt-free in two years or less! This will only be $25 PER HOUSEHOLD, which includes this class, the material and a year-long membership to FPU.
Learn how money doesn't have to be a stress, how you can plan for your future, and how to build a legacy.
Women’s Coffee + Co-Op
Starts Thursday, January 16 | Coffee Fellowship 9:15am-10:00am | Mission Café
Ladies—there’s a new opportunity to dive into community on Thursday mornings at St. Mark’s! Our Women’s Coffee and Co-Op is an elective-based experience providing multiple ways to engage in fellowship over a cup of coffee and studies. We hope you don’t miss this chance to connect with other ladies in our community!
Coffee fellowship from 9:15-10:00am at the Mission Café will be the central hub of the morning. Come get to know and hang out with other ladies over coffee.
After coffee, choose from 2 different Bible study groups from 10:00-11:30am that will help deepen your faith as you engage with other women. Childcare is available.
St. Mark’s Movie Night: “Buddy” (NEW DATE)
Thursday, February 27 | 5:30-7:30pm | Student Center
Come out to this family friendly movie written, directed, and produced by members of our community, filmed in our community, about an inspiring man from our local community!
Buddy is a man with cerebral palsy who was told he would never amount to anything. Against all odds, he overcame every obstacle in his path to live a fulfilling life of faith and love with a commitment to community and the friends and family who have supported him throughout the years. Watch the trailer here!
The cost, which goes to ongoing support of the movie Buddy, is $5 per person or $15 per family. We look forward to seeing you there!
Rend Collective Live
March 6 | 7pm | St. Mark’s Worship Center
Join us for an evening of celebration and worship with Rend Collective!
Hailing from Northern Ireland, Rend Collective’s energetic and authentic worship style has attracted an international audience with songs like “Build Your Kingdom Here”, My Lighthouse”, and “Counting Every Blessing.” Learn more about the band here!
Concert: Young Musicians of Alamance with Mark Wood
Saturday, March 8 | 7:00pm | St. Mark’s Worship Center
Support our missions partner, Young Musicians of Alamance, and catch the “Electrify Your Symphony” concert with Mark Wood of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra right here at St. Mark’s! For more information about YMA, click here. For tickets, click the button below.
More about Electrify Your Symphony:
Experience the electrifying fusion of classical and rock music, brought to life by the powerful sounds of electric violins, cellos, and more. This high-energy concert promises to sweep you off your feet and ignite your passion for music.
Be part of a night where generations of musicians come together to create something truly extraordinary. Support these incredible young performers as they share the stage with Mark Wood in a celebration of creativity and collaboration.
Don't miss this one-of-a-kind event that will electrify your senses and leave you cheering for more!
Adult Baptism Services (Spring 2025)
Sunday, March 16 | 9 & 11am | Worship Center
We are holding special baptism services at St. Mark’s. We will worship together, hear a message, and watch and celebrate those wishing to be baptized before our summer baptism at Lake Cammack.
Baptism at Lake Cammack | Sunday, August 3 | 9:30am
Our annual lake baptism and service will be held the first Sunday in August. For more info, visit smc.church/baptism.
Connect Lunch (March)
Connect Lunch | Sunday, March 23 | 12:30-2:00pm | Atrium
Connect is the best place to learn what our church believes and to step more fully into the St. Mark’s community.
Join us for lunch after our second service and get to know some members of our staff and elder team, learn more about St. Mark’s, and our Connect Class starting on March 30.
Learn more about Connect Class here!
College Scholarship Applications (Live Now)
Deadline to apply is April 7th!
Our college scholarship application is live. Graduating seniors and current students accepted or enrolled at Elon University or Catawba College are encouraged to apply. Deadline to apply is April 7th. Fill out the application form below, or reach out to Nick or Shawn to find out more info.
Esther: A Royal Tea (A Women’s Ministry Event)
April 26 | 11am-1pm | Atrium
You are cordially invited to a Royal Tea Party hosted by the St. Mark’s Women's Ministry! Lorri Genovese will be speaking on Esther's journey of faith, courage and hope in the one true God, a journey completely relevant to us today!
The table for the tea will be fabulously decorated by the Women of SMCC and there will be a "Best Dressed Table" competition! There will be plenty of tea, scones, pastries and sandwiches to choose from.
What Tea would be complete without the proper attire? Don your fascinators and be a part of the "Best Fascinator" competition. Don’t fear—if you don't have one, we will be making them at the event!
Children are welcome and will share in a special tea of their own, complete with snacks, activities and a very special princess!
Arts Collective: “An Act of Worship”—Light in Shadow
Saturday, May 3 | 6:00pm | St. Mark’s Lobby
An Act of Worship: Light in Shadow
Artists and creators in our St. Mark’s Community Church and surrounding community are invited to submit works of art to be displayed and performed at our Annual Arts Collective event on Saturday, May 3, 2025.
Anyone is welcome to submit up to three pieces for FREE! However, the collective should be viewed as an act of worship to God. We value artists and their God-given gifts and hope you will consider joining in the life of our creative arts community here at St. Mark’s! Please complete the online form (below) by Sunday, April 20, 2025.
This event is for everyone! Come enjoy time with your family, friends, and community viewing the artwork and listening to live readings and music.
Connect Lunch (June)
Connect Lunch | Sunday, June 1 | 12:30-2:00pm | Atrium
Connect is the best place to learn what our church believes and to step more fully into the St. Mark’s community.
Join us for lunch after our second service and get to know some members of our staff and elder team, learn more about St. Mark’s, and our Connect Class starting on June 8.
Learn more about Connect Class here!
Youth Summer Camps & Trips
Youth Summer Camps & Trips 2025
Registration for Students and Kids Summer Camps and Trips is now underway!
Camp KidJam Day Camp (at St. Mark’s) | Completed K-5th Grade | June 16-20
CentriKid Summer Camp | Completed Grades 2-5 | June 23-27
Jonathan Creek Summer Camp | Middle & High School | July 11-15
Mexico Mission Trip | High School & Young Adults | July 26-31
Click the link below to learn about the camps or to register!
Soup Sunday
Sunday, February 16 | 12:15pm | Lobby
Join us for our annual Soup Sunday after the 11 am service on Sunday, February 16th!
Child Baptism & Dedication
Sunday, February 16, 2025 | During our 9am and 11am Services
Child Dedication is a special time in a family's life where parents say to their church family and community that they want to raise their children, putting God first in all that they say and do. We are excited to partner alongside parents as they navigate what this looks like in their home.
There will be an online parent meeting Wednesday, February 12. Once you register, our Family Ministry team will reach out to you to schedule this meeting.
If you have questions, please contact Mollie Vaughn.
Walking Wisely Weekend
Walking Wisely Weekend is coming February 7-9!
Early Bird: $65 (ends Thursday, January 9) | Normal Price: $75
W3 is an annual weekend youth conference for middle and high schoolers put on by a team of youth ministries and schools from all over the county. It’s our 13th annual W3 and we can’t wait to see what God does through it this year!
Here’s what to expect:
Gospel-Centered Teaching
Small Group Focus
Deeper Friendships
Lasting Memories
For more info, visit the W3 website or email Shawn!
Rich Stearns (Message + Author Luncheon)
Storytellers: Rich Stearns
Join us Sunday, January 5th as we hear a message from Richard Stearns—author of Unfinished, The Hole in Our Gospel, and Lead Like It Matters to God, President Emeritus of World Vision USA, but most importantly, Pete’s dad!
Then from 12:30-2pm, join Richard for a special luncheon and book signing in partnership with Things Above bookstore in Graham! Cost for the luncheon is $10 per person, $25 per family.
This event was rescheduled from our Storytellers series in August.
New Year’s Eve Communion
Sunday, December 31 | 6-7pm | Chapel
Stop by the Chapel (Original Sanctuary) anytime between 6 and 7pm on New Year’s Eve for a time of Communion and prayer led by the St. Mark’s Elder team.
Christmas Services at St. Mark’s
December 23 at 7pm | December 24 at 3, 5 & 7pm
Come worship and celebrate Jesus’s birth with us at one of our four memorable services. During each service, we will also provide an engaging children's experience your kids won't want to miss! We can’t wait to see you there!
Christmas Services at St. Mark’s
December 23 at 7pm | December 24 at 3, 5 & 7pm
Come worship and celebrate Jesus’s birth with us at one of our four memorable services. During each service, we will also provide an engaging children's experience your kids won't want to miss! We can’t wait to see you there!
Live Nativity and Petting Zoo
Sunday, December 15 | St. Mark’s Ball Field | 2-4 pm
Our Live Nativity and Petting Zoo is free, and fun, for the whole the community! Come out and invite your friends for an interactive live nativity, including a petting zoo with over 25 animals, face painting, hot cocoa, and Christmas cookies.
Women’s Christmas Brunch
Saturday, December 14 | 10am | St. Mark’s Atrium
In the midst of all the chaos that Christmas can bring, take some time out with the women of St. Mark's to enjoy a morning of carols, community, fellowship, and food. Please bring your favorite Christmas brunch dish to share.
We'll be joined by one of our mission partners, Crossroads, and we would love for you to consider bringing an unwrapped toy and/or toiletries for the ladies they support.
You're also welcome and encouraged to bring a friend! This will be an enjoyable time celebrating together our Savior's birth this Christmas season!
Senior Christmas Brunch
Saturday, December 7 | 9:30am-11:30pm | Atrium
Senior adults, join us for a special Christmas Brunch! We’ll have pancakes, eggs, hash browns, coffee, and a special Christmas sing-along after brunch with a special musical guest.
NewSong’s Very Merry Christmas Tour
Thursday, December 5 | 7:00pm | St. Mark’s Worship Center
Join NewSong, Katy Nichole, and Micah Tyler for the Very Merry Christmas Tour, sponsored by Hope Radio! Doors open at 6pm and the concert starts at 7pm. See you there!
Candles and Carols
Sunday, December 1 | 4:00pm & 6:00pm | Chapel
Come help us kick off our countdown to Christmas with candles and carols! Everyone is invited to join us for hymns and prayer to begin our Advent season. There will be two services, at 4pm and 6pm.
Between services at 5pm in the lobby, our Elder team will be serving pizza, cookies, and hot chocolate. Bring the whole family out for a festive and fun time together!
OCC Collection Week
The mission of Operation Christmas Child is to demonstrate God’s love in a tangible way to children in need around the world. Through this project, Samaritan’s Purse partners with the local church worldwide to share the Good News of Jesus Christ. Each shoebox makes a huge difference!
As the official collection site for Alamance County, we are looking for volunteers to help collect, pack, and load shoeboxes onto trailers.
Below, we’re offering two chances to serve: during Collection Week, and on Sunday mornings at our table in the lobby!
Monday, November 18 — Monday, November 25
Monday 8am-6pm
Tuesday-Thursday 12:30pm-5pm
Friday 12pm-7pm
Saturday 2pm-4pm
Sunday 12:30pm-4pm
Monday 8am-7pm
Questions about Collection Week? Email Coordinator.
Serve at our Lobby Table on Sundays from 8:30-9am, 10:15-11am, or 12-12:30pm from now until November 17!
Questions about serving on Sundays? Email Coordinator.
Ben Fuller Concert
Friday, November 22 | 7pm | St. Mark’s Worship Center
In partnership with Hope Radio, come see Christian artists Ben Fuller and Brennley Brown perform at St. Mark’s on Friday, November 22. Learn more about Fuller and his music here!
The Critical Journey
Saturday, November 16 | 8:30am-3pm | Atrium
We are all on a critical journey. It is a challenging, lifelong process, and we can only walk it with the help of companions and guides. This one-day retreat led by Fil Anderson offers the opportunity to unpack the stages of faith and spiritual formation: a way to deepen our faith and let go of all that is in the way of intimacy with God.
The Critical Journey is a process that requires us to welcome vulnerability and uncertainty, and ultimately leads us to surrender to God’s love. There, we find forgiveness, healing, acceptance, and, in later stages, stillness, wholeness, peace, and the ability to love others compassionately and selflessly.
Join us for a meaningful, lively, and experiential exploration of The Critical Journey.
High School Beach Retreat
Our annual fall retreat for our high schoolers is back! Just like last year, we are renting a beach house in North Myrtle Beach for a weekend full of growth, fun, and memories. Students will spend the weekend engaging with small groups, eating family-style meals, enjoying the beach, and growing in their faith.
This trip is designed to help students get more plugged in with one another, as well as help students prepare their faith for their adult years. We'll be tackling hard questions and exploring how to have a practical faith—all while enjoying the beautiful beach.
When: We leave St. Mark’s at 4pm Friday, November 15 and will arrive back at St. Mark’s at 2pm Sunday, November 17.
Price: $179 Early bird (first 20 registrants); $199 Regular
Questions? Contact Shawn.
Elon Student and Faculty/Staff Lunch
Sunday, November 3 | 12:15pm | St. Mark’s Atrium
Elon students, faculty, and staff—lunch is on us! Immediately after our 11am service on November 3, join us for lunch as you connect with other members of the Elon community. Get to know other students and staff you see on campus and in the classroom right here at St. Mark’s, another place you bELONg!
Global Missions Weekend
Friday, October 25 — Sunday, October 27 | St. Mark’s
Join us over the weekend of October 25-27 for a variety of events focused on Global Missions and our global mission partners. Below you’ll find the ways you can participate and engage in our global missions with your family or groups right here at St. Mark’s!
Friday, October 25 | 7pm | Family Movie Night and Global Missions Discussion
Join us in the Student Center to kick off the weekend with Blue Miracle, a movie for all ages that introduces the importance of global missions with a story you won't forget! This event, including popcorn and drinks, is FREE!
Saturday, October 26 | 10am | Feed the Hunger Pack-a-thon
Help pack meals for the hungry in Western NC and around the world! This is an all-ages event that makes a difference. Donation of $5 per person is suggested—this buys a Bible to be delivered with meals.
Sunday, October 27 | 12:30pm | Missions Partner Luncheon
Wrap up Global Missions Weekend with a luncheon with several of our mission partners that serve around the world! Hear their stories and ask questions. Cost is $10 per person and $25 for families.
Rise Weekend (Middle School)
Rise Weekend is a week's worth of camp fun, all in one weekend put on for our 6th-8th graders. We head to Chestnut Ridge Camp for a weekend packed with live worship, crazy competitions, memorable activities, teaching, small groups, and so much more.
This weekend is designed to set a small group foundation for the rest of the school year. Our theme this year is “A.I. Artificial Identity” Life. Middle School is filled with a number of things that promise to give a student identity and value, but we want our students to find it in Christ!
This year, Rise Weekend will be hosted at Chestnut Ridge Camp, a 30-minute drive from St. Mark’s. This is an all-inclusive event—all meals and activities are included in the price.
Price: Early bird $160 (limited to first 20 registrants); Regular price $180
Drop-off: 5pm on Friday at Chestnut Ridge Camp on October 25
Pick-up: 1pm on Sunday at Chestnut Ridge Camp on October 27
Questions? Contact Shawn.
Guys’ Golf Fellowship Event
Tuesday, October 22 | 5:30-9:00pm | I-85 Golf (2515 Cherry Lane, Haw River, NC)
Join us for a night of great local BBQ from Steve's Smokehouse and fun at the 1-85 Golf Driving Range & Miniature Golf.
$30 covers 2 meats and 2 sides from Steve's, along with friendly team competition on the driving range. Get a few friends together and sign up below!
Women’s “Sip and Paint”
Thursday, October 17 | 5:45pm | Location Change: St. Mark’s Atrium
St. Mark's Women, let's Sip & Paint! Join us for an evening of sipping hot cider and painting a beautiful autumn scene (see above) with our friends from Painted Grape. All skill levels are welcome. This will be a night of fun and friendship you don't want to miss.
Cost is $25.
Embrace Grace Baby Shower
Sunday, October 6 | 1:30pm | St. Mark’s Atrium
Embrace Grace helps women experiencing unplanned pregnancy find a place of belonging within the church. On Sunday, October 6 we will be holding a baby shower for the mothers we are supporting. You’re invited to “adopt a mom” and bring gifts to shower their baby!
Commissioned Vision Night
Wednesday, October 2 | 6-8pm | St. Mark’s Church
Calling all of our amazing volunteers! Join us for a time of worship, commissioning new volunteers, and celebrating our partnership “together for the Kingdom.” After an hour together in the Worship Center, we will break out into smaller groups by ministry area. Mission Café will be open all evening!
Cars at the Café
Saturday, September 28 | 9am-2pm | Mission Café and St. Mark’s Parking Lots
Come out and view a variety of classic cars, from muscle cars and trucks and grab a coffee from the Mission Café!
Awards will be given for multiple categories. On-site registration to enter a car begins at 8am. $10 to show your car, $25 to enter for a prize.
Pat Barrett Live in Concert
Pat Barrett’s “The Beautiful Life Tour “ is coming to St. Mark’s Community Church!
With a full band, Barrett will blend some of his classic songs like Build My Life and Good Good Father with some brand new tunes (Shelter, Praise Him, and Seen Known Loved) in a concert experience inspired by the book of Ecclesiastes. This will be a space for worship, communion, celebration, and encouragement that you won’t want to miss.
Block Party
September 15 | 12:30-2:00pm | St. Mark’s Ballfield
Everyone is invited to our FREE, 2nd annual community Block Party to celebrate the new fall season! We will have food trucks, bounce houses, raffle prizes, a DJ, and games at the ballfield on St. Mark’s Church Road. Come out and invite all of your friends and neighbors to join!
There’s no need to register to attend this event, but we need volunteers to make it possible for the community. If you’d like to serve, please click the button below!
Storytellers Series
Storytellers: Testimonies of Impact
Join us July 28th through September 1st as we hear messages from the following speakers:
July 28 - Rev. Dr. James Wilkes (Lead Pastor, Elon First Baptist)
August 4 - Baptism Service at Lake Cammack
August 11 - Shawn Colacchia (Student Ministry Director, St. Mark’s)
August 18 - Suanne Camfield* (Author and First Impressions Director, Christ Church, Oak Brook, Ill.)
August 25 - Rich Stearns* (Author and President Emeritus of World Vision USA)
September 1 - Fil Anderson (Author and Spiritual Formation Pastor, St. Mark’s)
*Following the second services on August 18 and August 25, join Suanne Camfield and Rich Stearns, respectively, for author luncheons and book signings. Register for each luncheon using the buttons below:
Elon Tailgate Party
Friday, August 30 | 7:00pm | St. Mark’s Front Patio
Our Elon Tailgate party is back! Join us on the patio off of Willow Oak Drive as we watch Elon's season opener against Duke (kickoff is at 7:30).
Come whether you like football or not—we'll have food and fun! This event is for everyone as we come together as a community.
Suanne Camfield (Message + Author Luncheon)
Storytellers: Suanne Camfield
Join us Sunday, August 18th as we hear a message from Suanne Camfield, author of The Sound of a Million Dreams, host of the Deeper Still podcast, and Staff Preacher at Christ Church in Oak Brook, Illinois.
Then from 12:30-2pm, join Suanne for a special luncheon and book signing in partnership with Things Above bookstore in Graham! This event is hosted by the St. Mark’s Women’s Ministry but open to all.
Cost for the luncheon is $10 per person, $25 per family.
Back 2 School (Celebration)
Saturday, August 17 | 5-7pm
Burlington Athletic Stadium, home of the Sock Puppets!
Help us during this 10th anniversary year of our fun-filled event for the students and families of Eastlawn Elementary School where we provide a backpack filled with school supplies and a Bible for each student. There will be free food, face-painting, mascots and princesses, snow cones, and more! Food for families to take home will be provided by Feed the Hunger. We need your help!
We’re offering several opportunities to serve. Click here to help us load in at St. Mark’s at 1pm before the event, or click here to help us unload back at St. Mark’s at 7:30pm after the event! Click below to serve at the Back 2 School celebration!
Click below to give! We hope to raise $50,000 to cover the cost of 1,000 Backpacks filled with school supplies and 300 Bibles.