GENERAL INFORMATION
Office and Staff
(920)596-3241
E-Mail -- stmarksymco@yahoo.com
Office Secretary Hours: Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 8:30am - 11:30 am
Pastor’s Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 12:00pm
Because the pastor's duties makes it difficult for him to be in his office, not only during his regular office hours but at other times during the day as well, it is always best to call for an appointment. The best way to contact the pastor is on his cell phone (920)407-1094
Pastor: Rev. Jeffrey A. Smiles
Secretary: Tracy Heideman
Custodian: Tammy Prill
Organists: Steve Teuscher
(920)596-3241
E-Mail -- stmarksymco@yahoo.com
Office Secretary Hours: Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 8:30am - 11:30 am
Pastor’s Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 12:00pm
Because the pastor's duties makes it difficult for him to be in his office, not only during his regular office hours but at other times during the day as well, it is always best to call for an appointment. The best way to contact the pastor is on his cell phone (920)407-1094
Pastor: Rev. Jeffrey A. Smiles
Secretary: Tracy Heideman
Custodian: Tammy Prill
Organists: Steve Teuscher
2024 St. Mark MMT (Formerly Council) Members
President:................................. Keith Nemmetz
Congregational Secretary:....... Tracy Heideman (acting)
Treasurer:................................. Tracy Heideman
Financial Secretary:........ Wendy Wendt
Board of Elders: Steve Handrich Ryan Poppy
Wayne Wendt Mel Hansen Arnold Heideman
Board of Property: Dale Voie
Board of Education: Open (Audrey Partika- Sunday School Superintendent)
Board of Youth and
Family Ministries: Open
Board of Evangelism
Mission & Human Care: Open
Board of Stewardship &
Finance: Dave Niven
President:................................. Keith Nemmetz
Congregational Secretary:....... Tracy Heideman (acting)
Treasurer:................................. Tracy Heideman
Financial Secretary:........ Wendy Wendt
Board of Elders: Steve Handrich Ryan Poppy
Wayne Wendt Mel Hansen Arnold Heideman
Board of Property: Dale Voie
Board of Education: Open (Audrey Partika- Sunday School Superintendent)
Board of Youth and
Family Ministries: Open
Board of Evangelism
Mission & Human Care: Open
Board of Stewardship &
Finance: Dave Niven
GROUPS, COMMITTEES, ORGANIZATIONS AND PROGRAMS
GROUP ___________________________ CONTACT PERSON
Ladies Aid & Lutheran Women’s Missionary League (LWML)......................................................... No longer active
Sarah Circle .............................................................................................................................................................................. Audrey Partika (920)-779-0968
Lutheran Youth Fellowship (LYF) ................................................................................................................................ Pastor Smiles (920)596-3241
St. Mark Youth League (SMYL) ....................................................................................................................................... Miranda Smith (920)596-3241
Altar Guild ....................................................................................................................................................................................... Tammy Prill (715)460-6015
Finance Committee ................................................................................................................................................................. Wendy Wendt (920)-596-3034
Lutheran Layman's League(LLL) ..................................................................................................................................... Open
Ushers and Greeters ................................................................................................................................................................ Church office (920)596-3241
Worship Committee ................................................................................................................................................................. Pastor Smiles (920)596-3241
Dartball Team .................................................................................................................................................................................. No Longer active
Busy Bees ............................................................................................................................................................................................. Elaine Pethke (920)596-3317
Choir .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... No Longer Active
GROUP ___________________________ CONTACT PERSON
Ladies Aid & Lutheran Women’s Missionary League (LWML)......................................................... No longer active
Sarah Circle .............................................................................................................................................................................. Audrey Partika (920)-779-0968
Lutheran Youth Fellowship (LYF) ................................................................................................................................ Pastor Smiles (920)596-3241
St. Mark Youth League (SMYL) ....................................................................................................................................... Miranda Smith (920)596-3241
Altar Guild ....................................................................................................................................................................................... Tammy Prill (715)460-6015
Finance Committee ................................................................................................................................................................. Wendy Wendt (920)-596-3034
Lutheran Layman's League(LLL) ..................................................................................................................................... Open
Ushers and Greeters ................................................................................................................................................................ Church office (920)596-3241
Worship Committee ................................................................................................................................................................. Pastor Smiles (920)596-3241
Dartball Team .................................................................................................................................................................................. No Longer active
Busy Bees ............................................................................................................................................................................................. Elaine Pethke (920)596-3317
Choir .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... No Longer Active
Worship and Education
Worship Service Times: 10:15 AM Sunday (year round)
7:30 PM Wednesday
The Lord's Supper: The Lord's Supper is celebrated on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sunday's of the month, as well as on Festival Holidays. All those communing are asked to register using the pew cards on the day they commune. As part of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod we are obligated to adhere to the practice of Closed Communion. For a better understanding of what that means in our congregation please click here.
Adult Bible Study: Different Bible Studies are held throughout the year. Watch the church newsletter for upcoming programs.
Sunday School: Audry Partika, Sunday School Superintendent
Sunday School Program begins at the nursery level and continues through 8th grade. Sunday school classes
meet Sunday mornings from 9:00 - 10:00 am (September Through May)
Catechism Class:
Confirmation Teachers: Tammy Evers- 6th & 7th Grade
Pastor Smiles - 8th Grade
The Catechism program runs for 3 years beginning in 6th grade with the rite of confirmation being held during the 8th grade
year. The "Confirmation Guidelines Booklet" is available through the church office.
Church Library: St. Mark has a small church library containing books, videos, and recordings. Anyone may check out these materials by filling out the pocket slip and placing in the holding box there in the library itself. Anyone wishing to donate materials may do so through the church office.
Worship Service Times: 10:15 AM Sunday (year round)
7:30 PM Wednesday
The Lord's Supper: The Lord's Supper is celebrated on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sunday's of the month, as well as on Festival Holidays. All those communing are asked to register using the pew cards on the day they commune. As part of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod we are obligated to adhere to the practice of Closed Communion. For a better understanding of what that means in our congregation please click here.
Adult Bible Study: Different Bible Studies are held throughout the year. Watch the church newsletter for upcoming programs.
Sunday School: Audry Partika, Sunday School Superintendent
Sunday School Program begins at the nursery level and continues through 8th grade. Sunday school classes
meet Sunday mornings from 9:00 - 10:00 am (September Through May)
Catechism Class:
Confirmation Teachers: Tammy Evers- 6th & 7th Grade
Pastor Smiles - 8th Grade
The Catechism program runs for 3 years beginning in 6th grade with the rite of confirmation being held during the 8th grade
year. The "Confirmation Guidelines Booklet" is available through the church office.
Church Library: St. Mark has a small church library containing books, videos, and recordings. Anyone may check out these materials by filling out the pocket slip and placing in the holding box there in the library itself. Anyone wishing to donate materials may do so through the church office.
Congregational Services
Baptisms: All members desiring to have a child baptized at St. Mark have the option of a public baptism during a regular worship service or they may have a private ceremony. Non members desiring to have a child baptized will not be turned away, however a meeting with the pastor will determine what would be the best option depending on each individual case.
Weddings: All members of St. Mark, who are in good standing have the privilege of using the sanctuary for their wedding. All non members desiring to be married at St. Mark, must present their request in writing to the Pastor and the Board of Elders. There is a detailed “Wedding Guidelines Booklet” available from the church office.
Funerals: All members of St. Mark, who die while in good standing with their membership, have the privilege of having their funeral at the church. All non members who contact the church requesting a funeral to be held in the sanctuary must have the approval of the pastor and the Board of Elders.
Fellowship Hall: The fellowship hall is available for members and non-members alike for various types of gatherings. A reservation form with a more detailed explanation of the policy is available from the church office.
Tables and Chairs: The church has a number of old tables and chairs available to be used off the church property. A reservation form and an explanation of the policy is available through the church office.
Church Worker Scholarship: For those individuals who are attending an approved college or university with the intention of going into professional church work, there are funds available to assist with educational expenses. An application is available through the church office
Camp Luther Campership: For those members wishing to attend a program or retreat at Camp Luther in Three Lakes, Wisconsin, there are funds available to offset registration fees. An application is available through the church office.
Baptisms: All members desiring to have a child baptized at St. Mark have the option of a public baptism during a regular worship service or they may have a private ceremony. Non members desiring to have a child baptized will not be turned away, however a meeting with the pastor will determine what would be the best option depending on each individual case.
Weddings: All members of St. Mark, who are in good standing have the privilege of using the sanctuary for their wedding. All non members desiring to be married at St. Mark, must present their request in writing to the Pastor and the Board of Elders. There is a detailed “Wedding Guidelines Booklet” available from the church office.
Funerals: All members of St. Mark, who die while in good standing with their membership, have the privilege of having their funeral at the church. All non members who contact the church requesting a funeral to be held in the sanctuary must have the approval of the pastor and the Board of Elders.
Fellowship Hall: The fellowship hall is available for members and non-members alike for various types of gatherings. A reservation form with a more detailed explanation of the policy is available from the church office.
Tables and Chairs: The church has a number of old tables and chairs available to be used off the church property. A reservation form and an explanation of the policy is available through the church office.
Church Worker Scholarship: For those individuals who are attending an approved college or university with the intention of going into professional church work, there are funds available to assist with educational expenses. An application is available through the church office
Camp Luther Campership: For those members wishing to attend a program or retreat at Camp Luther in Three Lakes, Wisconsin, there are funds available to offset registration fees. An application is available through the church office.