December 2016
Preview Party for New Canaan Artisans Holiday Boutique
Please attend our second annual preview party! Last year was full of festivities! Join us for holiday cheer and for a donation of $10 you may purchase items from our Holiday Boutique the evening before our Boutique. New Canaan Artisans will have handicrafts, knitted items, machine and hand sewn items for sale.One of the features of this year’s boutique will be Christmas stockings to hang by the chimney with care. We will also continue the tradition started last year of…
Find out more »February 2017
Economist Stephen Roach To Speak at St. Mark’s
On Sunday, February 12, influential economist Stephen Roach will speak at the 9AM Adult Forum at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church on the topic "Rethinking Global Trade: America First or America Last?" Fundamental questions are now being raised about America’s role in the $80 trillion global economy. From a Mexican-funded border wall and threatened tariffs on China to charges of currency manipulation by Japan and Germany to the abrogation of “dumb trade deals” such as NAFTA (with Canada and Mexico) and…
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Blues in Lent at St. Mark’s
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in New Canaan, CT will present Blues in Lent, beginning Wednesday, March 8 at 7:30PM, and will run for five consecutive Wednesdays during Lent. All performances are free and open to the public. Playing and listening to the blues and to spirituals allows a deeper experience of humanity, and is a way a way to reflect and grow. This month, New York City based blues, rock and jazz guitar player, singer, and composer Tom Larsen will be…
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Screening and Discussion: Behind the Orange Curtain
Sunday, April 30, 2017 5:30PM @ St Mark’s Episcopal Church • 111 Oenoke Ridge • New Canaan, CT 06840. Moderated by Alan Mathis, President and CEO of Liberation Programs. Liberation Programs’ mission is to empower people and their families to be free of the disease of addiction by providing targeted solutions that restore lives and strengthen our community. Free and open to all.
Find out more »May 2017
May Fair at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church will hold the 68th Annual May Fair, kicking off with “Friday Night Lights” on Friday, May 12 from 5PM-10:00PM, and on Saturday, May 7 from 9AM-7PM. May Fair, recognized as Connecticut’s largest one-day fair, will be held on the church grounds at 111 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan. Back by popular demand, “Friday Night Lights” will serve as a prelude to the main event on Saturday, and will hold a special appeal for young adults and kids,…
Find out more »September 2017
Screening of Generation Found
Generation Found is a beautifully encouraging story about a community coming together to support those in recovery. The documentary looks at sober high schools and alternative peer groups as a means of supporting those dealing with addiction. The film will be followed by group discussion. Adults and young people 7th grade and older are encouraged to attend.The screening is free!
Find out more »Screening of Life Animated
On September 22 at 7PM, Special Needs New Canaan will screen “Life Animated,” an award-winning short documentary, that focuses on the life of Owen, a boy with autism, and his parents, who find a new way of communicating with him that changes all of their lives. Based on the best-selling book by Ron Suskind, the film is the inspirational story of Owen Suskind, a three-year-old who suddenly and inexplicably goes silent and for years and remains unable to express thoughts,…
Find out more »October 2017
Colin MacKnight Concert
Friday at 8PM, free concert at St. Mark's. Colin MacKnight is a second year C.V. Starr Doctoral Fellow at The Juilliard School, where he also received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees. He studies with Paul Jacobs, Grammy award winner and chair of the organ department. Colin also serves as Assistant Organist at New York City’s Saint Thomas Fifth Avenue. In addition to his work for the church, Colin is responsible for the music theory program at Saint Thomas Choir School.
Find out more »Youth Mental Health First Aid
A free training open to anyone who works with or volunteers alongside youth. This training will give attendees skills to build a better foundation for helping those who may have or may be developing mental health and/or substance use challenges. Space limited to 25 people. Breakfast, lunch and snacks provided.
Find out more »December 2017
Handel’s Messiah
Conducted by Brian-Paul Thomas, St. Mark’s Organist & Choirmaster The St. Mark’s Chorale will be accompanied by an orchestra of professional musicians from New York City and New Haven. Tickets $50 Premium Reserved Seating of Your Choice $35 Reserved Seating of Your Choice $25 General Seating • $10 Students Tickets are available through the St. Mark’s Office, on our website: www.stmarksnewcanaan.org, and at the door.
Find out more »February 2018
St. Mark’s Mardi Gras Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
February 13 • 5PM-7PM MORRILL HALL, $10/$30 For Families, Proceeds go to the St. Mark's Youth Mission Fund. All are welcome.
Find out more »Blues in Lent at St. Mark’s
St. Mark's Episcopal Church in New Canaan, CT will present the popular Blues in Lent, beginning Wednesday, February 21 at 7:30PM. The series will run for five consecutive Wednesdays during Lent. All performances are free and open to the public. New York City-based blues, rock and jazz guitar player, singer, and composer Tom Larsen will be presenting a series of duos, performing some of his favorite pieces with special musical guests. He will be joined by a selection of other…
Find out more »April 2018
Earth Day Lecture at St. Mark’s: The Importance of Natural Resource Sustainability in a Very Connected Biosphere; Do We have a Christian Responsibility to Try to Save the Planet?
St. Mark's Episcopal Church will host an environmental lecture given by St. Mark's parishioner G. Warfield "Skip" Hobbs on April 22 at 9AM in Morrill Hall. The lecture is free and all are welcome. Hobbs will give two lectures in honor of Saint Francis, the patron saint of the environmental movement, and to mark Earth Day 2018. St. Francis is the subject of St. Mark's Parish Program this year. Francis extolled Brother Sun, Sister Moon and the Stars, Brother Wind,…
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MAY FAIR Friday Night Lights
Friday Night Lights will serve as a prelude to the main May Fair event on Saturday and will hold a special appeal for young adults and children, offering all of the carnival rides, music, and special food concessions. 5PM-10PM.
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St. Mark’s Episcopal Church will hold the 69th annual May Fair, kicking off with “Friday Night Lights” on Friday, May 11 from 5PM-10:00PM, and on Saturday, May 12 from 9AM-7PM, rain or shine. The famous White Elephant Tag Sale will take place on Saturday only at 9AM. May Fair, recognized as Connecticut’s largest one-day fair, will be held on the church grounds at 111 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan.
Find out more »September 2018
St. Mark’s Screening of Documentary Film, The Anonymous People
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church will present a documentary film titled The Anonymous People on September 30 at 5:30PM. The film explores the over 23.5 million Americans who are in long-term recovery from alcohol and drug addiction and encourages the message of acceptance and open dialogue about what it is to be in recovery. The screening is free and open to those who are in grade 7 and above. Parents and guardians are also encouraged to attend and engage in conversation…
Find out more »November 2018
St. Mark’s Evensong
St, Marks Episcopal Church will present a Choral Evensong under the direction of Arthur Sjögren on Sunday, November 4 at 5PM. Evensong is a liturgy in use in the Anglican tradition and always celebrated in the late afternoon or evening. This service is particularly unique since most of the service is rendered chorally. The origin of Evensong stems from the services monks observed in monasteries. The Archbishop of Canterbury, under the reign of King Henry the VIII, selected this service…
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St. Mark’s Christmas Candlelight Concert
St. Mark's Episcopal Church will present a Candlelight Christmas Concert with two of the great baroque Magnificats. It will also feature the world premiere of a piece composed for this event by Michael Minard, movie and television composer. General admission tickets are available for $20 ($10 for students) on the St. Mark's website, through the Church Office, or at the door.
Find out more »May 2019
May Fair Friday Night Lights
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church will hold the 70th annual May Fair, kicking off with “Friday Night Lights” on Friday, May 11 from 5PM-10PM, and on Saturday, May 12 from 9AM-6PM, rain or shine. “Friday Night Lights” will serve as a prelude to the main event on Saturday and will hold a special appeal for young adults and children, offering all of the carnival rides, music, and special food concessions. Some outdoor tents will also be open for the tag sale.…
Find out more »May Fair
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church will hold the 70th annual May Fair, kicking off with “Friday Night Lights” on Friday, May 11 from 5PM-10PM, and on Saturday, May 12 from 9AM-6PM, rain or shine. “Friday Night Lights” will serve as a prelude to the main event on Saturday and will hold a special appeal for young adults and children, offering all of the carnival rides, music, and special food concessions. Some outdoor tents will also be open for the tag sale.…
Find out more »September 2019
“Fully Alive” at St. Mark’s
This year, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church will be the first parish to pilot a year-long parish program called "Fully Alive", a version of Yale Center for Faith and Cultures’ life-changing curriculum, "Christ and Being Human". We will explore how Jesus is the source, the course, and the force of all that makes us fully alive, not just in our spiritual lives, but in the whole of our lives. It begins on Sunday, September 8 at 9AM and will take place…
Find out more »Miroslav Volf, World Renowned Theologian, to be Guest Speaker at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church
Miroslav Volf, world renowned founding Director of the Yale Center for Faith and Culture, will be the guest speaker at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church on Sunday, September 22 the 9AM Fully Alive forum. All are welcome. He will also preach at the 10AM service. Fully Alive will feature a host of compelling speakers throughout the year who will explore the difference Christ makes in particular aspects of our lives, including family, work, money, sex, play, and more. The 9AM Fully…
Find out more »November 2019
Fully Alive at St. Mark’s: Thomas Jones, Race and Diversity in America Today: A Reflection
Thomas W. Jones is founder and senior partner of the venture capital investment firm TWJ Capital LLC will speak on Sunday at 9AM at St. Mark's as part of the Fully Alive Speaker Series. All are welcome to attend. He served as chief executive officer of Global Investment Management at Citigroup; vice-chairman, president and chief operating officer at TIAA-CREF; and senior vice president and treasurer at John Hancock Insurance Company. Jones received master’s degrees from Cornell University and Boston University,…
Find out more »St. Mark’s Screening of Documentary Film, I Remember When I Paint
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church will screen "I Remember Better When I Paint" on Friday, November 1 at 6:30PM in Morrill Hall. The screening is free and all are welcome to attend. Light refreshments will be served. Released in 2009, the film was selected for the 2015 Flagler Film Festival, the 2010 Rhode Island International Film Festival, and the 2009 Bel Air Film Festival. In 2014 and 2015, the film was broadcast nationwide on PBS stations. "I Remember Better When I…
Find out more »St. Mark’s Fully Alive Speaker Series
New Canaan resident Lise Leist will be the guest speaker at the 9AM Fully Alive forum at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church on Sunday, November 10. She will speak on the topic of Race, Equity, and Inclusion in the third of three sessions of Fully Alive on Race and Diversity. All are welcome to attend. Lise Leist is the Director of Post Secondary Education, Future 5 in Stamford. As Director, Leist has the responsibility for engagement, development and membership experience for…
Find out more »Fully Alive at St. Mark’s: Lise Leist-Race, Equity, and Inclusion: A Teach-in
Lise Leist will be the featured speaker at the Fully Alive Speaker Series at St. Mark's On Nov. 10 at 9AM.. Her topic will be, "Race, Equity, and Inclusion: A Teach-in". Leist is Director of Post Secondary Education at Future 5 in Stamford. As Director, Lise has the responsibility for engagement, development and membership experience for Future 5–Stamford area high school students. She champions Future 5’s mission: to unlock the potential of every student, playing a critical role in helping…
Find out more »Matthew Croasmun, Associate Research Scholar and Director of the Life Worth Living Program, Yale Center for Faith and Culture to Speak at Fully Alive Forum
Matthew Croasmun, Associate Research Scholar and Director of the Life Worth Living Program, Yale Center for Faith and Culture, will be the guest speaker at the 9AM Fully Alive forum at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church on Sunday, November 17. He will speak on the topic of “Work” in the first of two sessions of Fully Alive. All are welcome to attend. Matt Croasmun is an Associate Research Scholar and Director of the Life Worth Living Program at the Yale Center…
Find out more »Nora Gallagher Environmental Strategist, Patagonia to Speak at Fully Alive Forum at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church on November 24 at 9AM
Nora Gallagher, an Environmental Strategist at Patagonia, and who serves on the Dean’s Advisory Council at Yale Divinity School, will be the guest speaker at the 9AM Fully Alive forum at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church on Sunday, November 24. She will speak on the topic of “Work: A Reflection” in the second of two sessions of Fully Alive. All are welcome to attend. Gallagher is a celebrated writer, editor, teacher, preacher, and author of several spiritual memoirs including, Practicing Resurrection,…
Find out more »December 2019
A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols for Christmas
A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols for Christmas will take place at St. Mark's next Sunday, December 22, at 4PM. Christmas without carols? Bah, humbug! Hear the story of our redemption—from Adam and Eve through the arrival of the Magi—in word and song with the St. Mark’s Choir, soloists, and harp. A reception will follow in Morrill Hall. There will be a free-will offering. Join us for this well-loved tradition, which for many marks the start of the Christmas…
Find out more »The World’s Greatest Christmas Pageant at St. Mark’s
Every Christmas Eve at 5 PM, the children of the Church School take to the stage for the St. Mark’s Christmas Pageant. Complete with a Bible that opens to reveal the Old Testament prophets, live farm animals, the famous Hollstein camel, and a special effects and a star of Bethlehem that will make you feel like dancing, it’s a "don’t miss" event!
Find out more »January 2020
Fully Alive Speaker Series at St. Mark’s
Alison Gruseke, Yale University, scholar of the Hebrew Bible and St. Mark's parishioner Alison Gruseke will share what our Old Testament has to say about sex, love, and God.
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Associate Rector and Theologian-in-Residence, The Rev. Justin Crisp, will walk us through the primary ways sex has been thought of in the Christian tradition, beginning with the New Testament itself.
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Society: The Witness of Martin Luther King, Jr.-Join us this Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Weekend as we explore Dr. King’s theology of human flourishing, social and individual, as reflected in his speeches and sermons.
Find out more »February 2020
Fully Alive Speaker Series at St. Mark’s
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church will continue its popular Fully Alive Speaker Series on Sunday, February 9 at 9AM. American sports radio personality and New Canaan resident Chris “Mad Dog” Russo will be the guest speaker. In conversation with the Rev. Peter Walsh, he will share reflections on the importance of play from his life lived in the world of sports. Christopher Russo, known as "Mad Dog", is an American sports radio personality best known as the former co-host of the…
Find out more »Ashes to Go at the New Canaan Train Station
The clergy of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in New Canaan, CT will be on hand from 6:45-8AM at the New Canaan Train Station on Ash Wednesday (February 26) to provide the popular annual “Ashes To Go” for commuters before they board their morning trains. Each year St. Mark’s offers the imposition of ashes to busy New Canaan commuters if they cannot attend a traditional Ash Wednesday service. “Ashes To Go” represents St. Mark’s meeting the people of the community where…
Find out more »March 2020
YogaMass at St. Mark’s
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church will hold YogaMass on Saturday, March 7 from 10AM to Noon in the sanctuary of the church. YogaMass is a unique, embodied worship integrating yoga, breathwork, meditation, and Holy Communion. It was created by The Reverend Gena Davis, priest and certified yoga educator. The practice connects the spirituality of mind, body, and spirit integration with the promise of Jesus. As part of the experience, Rev. Davis will integrate a guided meditation and crystal bowl sound bath…
Find out more »Choral Evensong at St. Mark’s
Please join us for this beautiful, candlelit, Lenten service. The St. Mark’s Choir, joined by the Choristers, will sing the music of Smith, Moore, and Byrd, chosen because of its meditative tone and derived from plainsong (sometimes also called “Gregorian chant). A reception will follow in Morrill Hall.
Find out more »April 2020
Sundays With Mike at St. Mark’s
Mike Handler, Director of Emergency Management in New Canaan, will be back every Sunday for a Q&A with the Rev. Peter Walsh. Ask your questions via the link on our website during the live stream.
Find out more »Sundays With Mike at St. Mark’s
Mike Handler, Director of Emergency Management in New Canaan returns every Sunday at 9AM to chat with the Rev. Peter Walsh via the St. Mark's live stream. He will also answer your questions related to the response to COVID-19. Ask your questions via the St. Mark's website during the live stream. www.stmarksnewcanaan.org
Find out more »May 2020
Sundays at St. Mark’s: Mike Handler at 9AM, and 10AM Mother’s Day Service
Sunday 9AM Faith Forum: This week, Mike Handler, Director of Emergency Management in New Canaan, will be back for a Q&A with Rev. Peter Walsh. Ask questions via the link on our website during the live stream. Sunday 10AM Holy Eucharist: Special Mother's Day Zoom Choir, and a postlude and slideshow tribute to mothers will be featured in this special live stream service via the St. Mark's website. A Zoom Coffee Hour will follow. All are welcome.
Find out more »Sundays With Mike Handler at St. Mark’s
Every Sunday at 9AM, Mike Handler, Director of Emergency Management in New Canaan, will be back for a Q&A with Fr. Peter. Ask questions via the link on our website during the live stream.
Find out more »June 2020
Sundays With Tom at St. Mark’s: Talking About Race in America
This Sunday, June 7 at 9AM, New Canaan resident Tom Jones, founder and senior partner of the venture capital investment firm TWJ Capital LLC, is the live stream guest speaker at St. Mark's. His topic will be "Talking About Race in America". He is author of "From Willard Straight to Wall Street" that provides a front row seat to the author's triumphs and struggles as he was twice investigated by the SEC and emerged unscathed. His searing perspective as an…
Find out more »October 2021
Men’s Club Speaker Will Describe Ford Motor’s Role in Building B-24 Bombers
During World War II, America’s industries retooled to build the ships, planes, rifles and supplies necessary to support the combat troops in Europe and Asia. At Friday’s meeting of the New Canaan Men’s Club (October 15), Charles Salmans will describe the Ford Motor Company’s role building the B-24 Bomber, which, at its peak, turned out one plane every 55 minutes. The Men’s Club meets Fridays at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 111 Oenoke Ridge, beginning at 10 a.m., with the speaker’s…
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Maundy Thursday at St. Mark’s
The Liturgy of Maundy Thursday • April 14 and the Holy Eucharist 6PM in the Church (with choir) Overnight Vigil in the Chapel In-Person and Live Stream
Find out more »Good Friday at St. Mark’s
The Liturgy of Good Friday • April 15 Noon in the Church (with choir) 6PM in the Chapel live-streamed
Find out more »Holy Saturday at St. Mark’s
The Liturgy of Holy Saturday • April 16 8:30AM Liturgy of Holy Saturday The Great Vigil of Easter and the Holy Eucharist 7:30PM Great Vigil of Easter (with choir) live-streamed
Find out more »Easter Day at St. Mark’s
Easter Day • April 17 A Festival Celebration of the Holy Eucharist 7AM under the Arcade 9AM Festival Eucharist (with choir) 11AM Festival Eucharist (with choir) Live-streamed
Find out more »May 2022
May Fair at St. Mark’s (Friday – Day One)
Following a two-year pandemic hiatus, St. Mark’s May Fair is back for 2022! Taking place rain or shine on Friday, May 6 (5-9 PM) and Saturday, May 7 (9 AM-5 PM), May Fair will feature a variety of new and exciting activities and a wide range of food for the whole family. The much-anticipated annual event draws nearly 7,000 people over the course of the two-day event, with proceeds supporting outreach and grants to non-profits worldwide whose work serves those…
Find out more »May Fair at St. Mark’s (Saturday – Day Two)
Following a two-year pandemic hiatus, St. Mark’s May Fair is back for 2022! Taking place rain or shine on Friday, May 6 (5-9 PM) and Saturday, May 7 (9 AM-5 PM), May Fair will feature a variety of new and exciting activities and a wide range of food for the whole family. The much-anticipated annual event draws nearly 7,000 people over the course of the two-day event, with proceeds supporting outreach and grants to non-profits worldwide whose work serves those…
Find out more »November 2022
Fore CARES Mini Golf
Join us on this day off of school for an 18-hole “par-tee!” Fore CARES will be run “shotgun” style. At a particular tee time, each group of players starts at the same time but at different holes. Each hole is limited to four players at a time. CARES may combine smaller groups to form a foursome. This event is $20 per golfer, with the proceeds going directly towards CARES programming! The event will be held rain or shine and tickets…
Find out more »April 2023
Pathway Session on Setting Boundaries at St. Mark’s
Please join us for the New Canaan Parent Support Group's April 19 Pathway Session on setting boundaries to promote recovery. Amanda Craig, PhD, a local therapist, author and speaker will give advice and practical tips to follow. To reserve a seat, go to ncparentsupportgroup.org or use link below.
Find out more »May 2023
St. Mark’s May Fair
Saturday, May 13th Midway Rides: 9 AM – 6 PM Food Court: 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM (while supplies last) White Elephant and all other venues: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM TICKETS/WRISTBANDS: Tickets are $1.50 each – 22 tickets for $30; 48 tickets for $60. Rides require 2-4 tickets per ride. Tickets details can be found at mayfairsmc.org. ATMS will be available onsite. Cash and credit cards will be accepted. For up-to-date information and to plan your visit, go to…
Find out more »October 2023
Blessing of the Animals in Observance of St. Francis Day
10AM Bird Sunday during church school 4PM Pet Memorial Service in the Courtyard 5PM Blessing of the Animals
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