St Mark Lutheran Church

Welcome

St. Mark Lutheran Church is a vibrant, multigenerational congregation on the east side of

Rockford, Illinois.

We are delighted that you have chosen to visit our website and learn more about our exciting ministries. As you view the various links, we hope you will gain a positive sense of our enthusiasm and passion for "Growing in Faith, Sharing God's Grace."

We are confident that you will find numerous opportunities to participate in the life of our congregation and to experience God's unconditional love, forgiveness, and grace.

St. Mark has a strong emphasis on worship, music, youth, education, spiritual formation, and service to others - key characteristics of a healthy, growing church. As we seek to expand each of these areas of ministry, we invite you to join us in our celebration of the Christian life.

Carefully examine the many descriptions of our ministries and prayerfully consider where God might be calling you to participate. Please feel free to contact us or any of the St. Mark staff with your questions or comments.

Again, we thank you for visiting the St. Mark web page, and we invite you to consider making St. Mark your church home. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Your partner in ministry,
Rev. Chad McKenna and Rev. Katrina Steingraeber

Worship With Us!

We offer two worship services on Sunday morning, both celebrating Holy Communion.

9:00 am Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary

11:00 am Praise Service in Fellowship Hall

10:00 am Fellowship Time with

Coffee and Donuts in the cafe.

10:00 Adult Forum

10:00 Sunday School

Click here for the 9:00 am live-stream link.

Click here for our YouTube Channel.

Find out more

Upcoming Events

The Kishwaukee Valley Concert Band

Sunday, November 8 at 3:00 pm

St. Mark presents a free concert honoring Veterans Day. The Kishwaukee Valley Concert Band conducted by Phyllis Hogberg, will be performing a patriotic concert. Enjoy stirring music, wonderful narration and sing-along to the songs of America. Veterans are encouraged to wear their uniforms. A free-will offering will be taken.

Christmas Concert

Sunday, December 6 at 3:00 pm

Celebrate the Season, a Christmas Cantata by Joel Raney. Kick off the magical holiday season with an afternoon of great Christmas music for the entire family. Featuring the St. Mark Ringers, the Voices of St. Mark, and many talented musicians. Conducted by Robert Rub. A free-will offering will be taken. A r

Sunday, December 6 at 3:00 pm

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Wassail Sunday

Sunday, December 20, between the 9:00 & 11:00 am services

Join us for one of St. Mark's oldest traditions of Wassail (apple cider and spices) and homemade cookies. We offer a cup of Wassail to drink and wish you continual health and best wishes.

Christmas Eve Worship

Thursday, December 24

3:00 pm Christmas Eve Worship Service

9:00 pm Christmas Eve Worship Candlelight Service

Holy Communion is celebrated at both services.

Both will be live-streamed.

Growing in Faith Sharing God's Grace

Growing in Faith Sharing God's Grace

Welcome

Worship With Us!

Upcoming Events

The Kishwaukee Valley Concert Band

Christmas Concert

Wassail Sunday

Christmas Eve Worship

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