Holy Week and Easter at St. Mark's

Maundy Thursday, March 20
Agape Meal, Eucharist and Foot Washing
 Our Holy Week observance of Maundy Thursday reflects the early church tradition of simplicity and sharing. We will all bring foods from this list that we will share: cheese, bread, olives, nuts, raisins, dates, almonds, hummus, crackers, dried and fresh fruits.

  • 5:30 p.m. sharp! Gather in the Parish Hall to put out your foods.
  • 5:45 p.m. Agape Meal, Eucharist and Foot Washing.
  • 8:00 p.m. Procession into the church for Stripping of the Altar and devotions at the Altar of Repose.
  • Watch through the Night: Following the service, we will take a portion of the consecrated bread and wine into the back of the church to the Altar of Repose. We will then issue the invitation of Jesus, to "Watch with me one hour." There is a sign-up sheet for people who wish to spend some time watching through the night in quiet prayer and devotion. Please sign up for the Maundy Thursday event in the Parish Hall, call the office at 247-1129, or email CherylW@StMarksDurango.com. Be sure to tell us the number coming with you for this event!


Good Friday, March 21
  • 12:00 Noon Good Friday service from the Book of Common prayer at St. Mark's.
  • 5:30 p.m. Stations of the Cross at St. Mark's.
  • 7:00 p.m. Service of Darkness at First United Methodist Church


The Great Vigil of Easter, Saturday, March 22
  • 8:00 p.m. The Great Vigil of Easter is our most vivid worship experience of the redemption of the world through Jesus Christ. No nursery.


Easter Day, Sunday, March 23
  • 8:00 and 10:30 a.m. (identical services) We will celebrate the triumph of Jesus over death and the grave as we celebrate, offer Eucharist and be witnesses to the Resurrection. Our festival worship with choir will be particularly welcoming to visitors and children. A nursery will be available.
  • 12:00 Noon Easter egg hunt for the kids.


Sunday Worship
8:00 a.m. Traditional Rite I Holy Eucharist and Sermon. Childcare provided.
10:30 a.m. Family Service, Holy Eucharist and Sermon. Childcare provided.


Monday Worship
5:30 p.m. Holy Eucharist


Wednesday Worship
12:00 noon Holy Eucharist and Healing Prayer



5:30 p.m. Beginning January 9, 2008. Soul Break, a 30-minute service of music, silence, and reflection in the style of Taizé.



For more information, please call (247-1129) or e-mail the church office.


910 E. Third Ave. • Durango, CO 81301 • (970) 247-1129