Blessing of the Animals is held at a yearly service around the Feast Day for St. Francis of Assisi. This is usually an afternoon service. Along with the usual mix of dogs and cats we have even had the occasional rat and chicken.
In the local community, St. Mark’s members take part in the World Day of Prayer Service at whatever church is hosting it each year.
A Blue Christmas Service is for people who struggle with grief or loneliness. Several commented on how important this was for them and since it was the only Blue Christmas service in the area.