Service

The Comfort Committee prepares and organizes receptions for families after a funeral service. The committee was formed in 1992 to provide care and hospitality to family and friends of the deceased. Committee members assist with cooking and/or serving food during the reception.

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The Columbiettes are a Catholic women's organization committed to the preservation of family life and addressing the religious needs of the church and community where they live, worship, work, and play. 

Deep religious convictions are evident with the Columbiettes: mass attendance, retreats, blood drives, supporting unwed mothers, helping the needy, and helping the mentally and physically challenged. Columbiettes are also active in their parishes and serve as choir members, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, lectors, catechists, and other vital roles.

There are hundreds of auxiliaries all over the United States. 

The Fr. James E. Waters Columbiettes Council #12017 is located in Wilmington, NC, and meets at St. Mark on the third Thursday of the month at 7pm. 

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The Knights of Columbus (K of C) are the largest Catholic men's organization in the world today with over 2 million members worldwide. Charity is at the heart of their work and faith. The goal of the Knights is to help men, their families, and their parishes grow closer to Christ They take active roles in the parish and serve as sacristans, ushers, greeters, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, lectors, choir members, and temporality members. 

The Fr. James E. Waters Knights of Columbus Council #12017 holds many social and charitable functions throughout the year, including pancake breakfasts, Lenten Fish Fry, St. Patrick's Day Dinner Dance, Coats for Kids, L.A.M.B, Almsgiving Food Collections, and more.

Their work addresses the needs of parish, local, and national communities. 

Catholic men over the age of 18 are eligible to join the Knights of Columbus. The Fr. James E. Waters Council meets the 4th Tuesday of every month in the Parish Hall.

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The Grief Support Ministry is committed to providing support, fellowship, hope, and healing for anyone mourning the loss of a loved one. The ministry offers 6-8-week sessions throughout the year. Each meeting consists of prayer, watching a video, discussion/sharing (if you choose), and fellowship. The material used is derived from "Grieving with Great Hope," a Catholic resource program that teaches practical and personal approaches to grief through prayer and fellowship. The purpose of these sessions is to learn ways to treasure the memory of a loved one, reestablish healthy relationships, and find joy in life again.

The ministry is led by people who have experienced grief and will walk with you on the path toward healing. There is no specific timeline to heal, but "Grieving with Great Hope" provides a helpful starting point in the "fork in the road" of your life's journey.

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The Homeless Mats Ministry creates portable sleeping mats out of recycled plastic bags for unsheltered individuals. Bags are crocheted together to make a light and weatherproof mat. 

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The Jail Ministry interacts with inmates through bible studies, individual and group prayer sessions, and spiritual counseling. 

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The Legion of Mary (LOM) is the largest apostolic organization of lay people in the Catholic Church with over 3 million active members around the world. LOM has been active in the United States since 1931, has known continuous Papal approval, and was endorsed by the Second Vatican Council. 

Members of the Legion of Mary engage in door-to-door evangelization, parish visitation projects, youth work, and other spiritual needs of the parish and community. It provides Catholics, 8 years and up, the opportunity to do something positive for the Church while simultaneously deepening their spiritual life and strengthening their Catholic faith. 

Members meet once a week for prayer, planning, and discussion, and complete a couple of hours of definite work each week in pairs and under the guidance of a spiritual director. There is a three month "easing-in period" for individuals interested in becoming a member of LOM. During this time, individuals can see how their work or family obligations blend with the tried and proven system of the Legion. 

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Since 1992, the St. Mark Meals on Wheels Ministry has been part of the Weekend Meals on Wheels, Inc., a local non-profit that complements the weekday Home Delivered Meals Program in New Hanover County. Our volunteers currently prepare and deliver meals to approximately 80 clients throughout the area on the 1st and 2nd Saturdays of each month. This 2,000 meals per year effort is provided by a number of kitchen crews, delivery teams, and dessert team members volunteering as regulars or alternates. St. Mark Meals on Wheels is financially supported by the parish.

Meals are prepared and delivered the first two weekends of each month, 7am-10am, in the St. Mark Kitchen and Parish Hall. 

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The Prayer Shawl Ministry provides a tangible reminder of God's love and comfort through homemade shawls and lap blankets. 

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The Respect Life Ministry promotes and encourages respect for all human life from conception to natural death through prayer and educational opportunities that highlight and support awareness of pro-life issues. 

The ministry holds two baby shower collections a year, one in May in honor of Mary, and one in October during Respect Life Month. Collections of new baby items, such as clothes, bottles, diapers, and blankets, are donated to pro-life centers and organizations in the local community. 

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The Rosary Warriors is a group that gathers weekly over phone to pray the Rosary with people across the United States. Participants pray for the Church, nation, and all of Christ's children. 

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Cub Scout Pack 215 is a co-ed group open to children in kindergarten through 5th grade. The mission of Cub Scouts is to encourage boys and girls to make friends, be helpful to others, and to do their very best regardless of the outcome. With the help of powerful learning projects and exciting outdoor activities, they aim to teach children that doing their best can be a fun and rewarding experience. Cub Scout activities are centered around earning badges that are specific to each grade level.

Cub Scouting's values are embedded in the Scout Oath, the Scout Law, the Cub Scout Motto, and the Cub Scout Sign, Handshake, and Salute. These practices establish and reinforce the program's values in Scouts and the leaders who guide them. 

Cub Scout Pack 215 meets Mondays, 6:30pm-8pm, in the Parish Hall. 

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Scouts BSA Troop 215 and 1215 is open to boys and girls in 6th through 12th grade. The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) provides the nation's foremost youth program of character development and values-based leadership training, which helps young people be "Prepared for Life." The mission of the BSA is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Scout Law. 

Scouts BSA Troop 215 and 1215 meet Thursdays, 6pm-8pm, in the Parish Hall. 

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The Sharing Tree Ministry is a "hearts and hands" ministry that invites people of all ages to join and participate in their mission. Their mission is to extend Christ's love through helping hands that collect, create, and provide personal care kits to impoverished families.

The ministry holds collections at the end of each month to gather a variety of toiletry, cleaning, and other essential personal items. These donations are used to make care kits for families in our parish or local communities. 

The Sharing Tree Ministry is also a collaborative effort between Catholic Charities and St. Mark Catholic Church. Catholic Charities helps deliver care kits to families across the city and surrounding areas. 

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Temporalities is responsible for proper accounting of the Church's weekly financial offerings and collections. 

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The Welcome & Social Committee provides hospitality and service at social or fellowship events. The committee prepares and serves food to families and guests and is responsible for creating a warm and welcoming environment at parish functions. 

The Welcome & Social Committee also contacts new parishioners to welcome them to the parish and offers families assistance or care if needed. 

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