At the centre of the Christian life is loving like Christ. Just as Christ laid down his life for us, so we are called to humble sacrifice for the sake of others. Loving like this is demanding.
St Mark's Music
St Mark’s Music (an activity of the St Mark’s Darling Point Cultural Trust) has been founded with the vision of sharing fine choral and organ music.
Kids
We value our children and run a comprehensive Kids’ Church programme each Sunday during our 10am service. We also run Music Time on Monday mornings during term time.
Friends of St Mark's
The Friends seeks to connect people with each other and St Mark’s and welcomes anyone for whom our beautiful church has a special meaning.
Historical Society
The Society aims to preserve and celebrate the achievements of our church as a source of inspiration and encouragement to the development of modern Australian society.
Connect Groups
Connect Groups are the best way to explore questions and deepen your faith, while connecting with others. A range of groups meet in person and on Zoom.
Weddings
Marriage is a gift from God for the good of people: God has our wellbeing at heart. Part of that can be that he wants us to experience all the joy and security of an intimate relationship.
Alpha
Alpha is a series of interactive sessions that explores the big questions of life, faith and meaning. Consider these important questions in a relaxed, accepting setting.
Hope Explored Course
Hope Explored looks at the life, death and resurrection of Jesus in Luke’s Gospel, this three-session series shows that Christianity is about real hope
Youth
St Mark’s Youth is a group for young people in school Years 6 -12 on Friday nights during term time. Each week we share food, have fun, and explore life and faith together.
Gardeners
We meet every Friday morning to beautify the church gardens. We are a friendly, companionable and enthusiastic group sharing our passion for gardening.
St Mark's Bell Ringers
We meet every Monday 4:30pm and 6:30pm for practice in the church bell tower and every alternate Sunday between morning services, as well as ringing at additional special events.
Serve
Serving one another is one way we can grow together as the people of God. We prayerfully desire to be a church that is known for our Christ-like love, expressed in joyful service.
Baptisms
Each birth is a miracle and it is good to thank God for his gift of life. We would love to help you organise a suitable celebration of thanks to God and prayer for your child’s future.
Simply Christianity
Simply Christianity is a series of interactive sessions that that delves into the historical eye-witness account of Jesus’ life, death and resurrection in a relaxed, friendly environment.
Pre-marriage Online Course
A wedding takes a day. A marriage lasts a lifetime.
The Pre-marriage online course is designed for couples who are engaged or may be exploring marriage.
Marriage Course
The Marriage Course is a series of seven sessions, designed to help committed couples invest in their relationship. Gain some practical relationship skills and techniques.
Quilters
The St Mark’s Quilters meet on the second Saturday of each month from January to November in the Howard Lea Hall at St Mark’s Church, 10am – 3pm.
Pastoral Care
We seek to show Christ’s love in action and help people feel valued, welcomed and cared for. Our aim is to provide appropriate care and assistance by prayer, phone, and visits.
Prayer
At St Mark’s we believe in the power of prayer and God’s promises that he will listen to us when we pray. Please let us know if you would like prayer. We are here for you.
Funerals
St Mark’s considers it a privilege to conduct services that honour and give thanks to God for the life of each unique individual who has been made in God’s image.
Rough Edges
Our community supports Rough Edges at St John’s, Darlinghurst including financial support and providing meals to their kitchen one night per month (second Sunday).