ST. MARK LUTHERAN CHURCH
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What We Believe

 Our congregation is a place in which people come in contact with the living Lord Jesus Christ through worship, relationships, activities and outreach.    While we are a traditionally Lutheran congregation in the way that we practice the Sacraments of Baptism and Holy Communion, it is important  to us that all have an opportunity to encounter Jesus in ways that are personally meaningful and life-giving.

                         The foundation of our beliefs  is the reality of grace, the unconditional love that God shows to all people through His activity in our lives and through the suffering and  sacrifice of Jesus.  While we do good things for other people, we serve   others not to “earn” our way to heaven, but instead to show our  gratitude for the mercy and grace God has shown to us.  

                          In worship,  we practice two different styles: a traditional, liturgical worship led  by the pipe organ and a traditional choir, and a contemporary  praise  and worship service which is led by a band and a praise choir.   It is  important to us that both types of worship be excellent in both  music  and execution, to allow the worshipers to concentrate fully on  the  presence of God and to bring Him glory.

                         As do most Lutherans, we believe that the Bible is the inspired Word of God, and that it is both an historical  document  and the revealed, contemporary presence of God in our world  today.   Sunday sermons are always based on a Biblical text, and Pastor Giller is careful to present the Scripture in a responsible and meaningful way.  In our policies and practices, we welcome all who wish to worship and serve, including our LGBTQ+ friends.  In 2015, St. Mark actively affirmed same-sex marriage as part of how we live out our faith.
 
                        We are a sacramental church and regularly celebrate both Holy Communion and Baptism.   When we gather for Holy Communion,  we believe that Jesus Christ is present “in, with, and under” the  bread  and wine (Martin Luther’s words!)  So, we celebrate the real  presence  of Jesus in Communion, and recognize his forgiveness as we  join together  in that act.  

                       First Communion is generally received in fifth grade.  In  Baptism, we generally baptize babies, but a few times a year, we have the privilege of  baptizing adults who are making a first-time faith commitment.  When  babies are baptized, the parents and sponsors agree to take  responsibility for their life in the church until the child is able to  do so for him/herself.  That time of taking responsibility is called  Confirmation, or Affirmation of Baptism, and usually occurs after two  years of instruction in about eighth grade.

  
         Have questions? Want to talk? Contact Pastor Giller for more information!

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Worship at St. Mark

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8:30am  Traditional Worship
10:30am   Contemporary Worship
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Contact Us

Office Phone:  419-691-3597
​Fax: 419-691-8952

611 Woodville Rd.
Toledo, OH 43605
  • Live Stream
  • Who We Are
    • Worship
    • What We Believe
    • Mission and Purpose
    • Staff
    • Photos
  • News & Events
    • News
    • Events
  • Give
  • Grow
    • Kids Ministry
    • Confirmation 6-8
    • Book Study
  • Get Involved
    • Find Help
    • Serve
  • Resources
    • St. Mark Facebook Page
    • St. Mark YouTube
    • Announcements
  • Contact Us
    • Prayer Wall
  • First Communion Retreat