St. Mark’s Youth
Youth are a valuable part of our St. Mark’s community! We believe youth thrive when they are welcomed, embraced for who they are, and empowered to serve according to their God-given gifts. Read on for more info on our growing youth ministry!
Building Friendships
Most Sunday afternoons, we get together after the 11:15 service to have lunch and hang out. We play games, sing worship songs, and simply have quality time together. Later in the semesters, we switch to less-regular off-campus outings, such as mini-golf, laser tag, or service opportunities. No pressure, no expectations — just God’s goodness shared in community!
We’d love to have you join us! Grades 6-12 welcome. Meet in the Parish Hall after the 10:00 service. Lunch will be provided.
Fall 2025 Schedule
Sunday Mornings at 10:00
Sep 14th – December 14th: 6th-9th grade Bible Study
Sunday Afternoons
Sep 14: Pool Party Kick-Off at the Baird’s
Step 21 – Oct 26: Lunch & Games & Song (six consecutive Sundays)
Nov 9: Pilgrimage to Community First! Village
Nov 30: Peter Pan Mini-Golf
Dec 14: Advent Lazer Tag
Contact Caleb with any questions! caleb@stmarksaustin.org.
Parents: ready to register your junior high or high school student to participate in youth activities this year? Follow the link below!
Learning through Serving
Serving Outside the Church
For the 2025-2025 school year, we will take a pilgrimage to Community First! Village before the All-Parish Workday there in January. We will also have other service opportunities throughout the year.
Serving Inside the Church
The following volunteer roles are open for youth to serve at St. Mark’s:
Acolyte - Assist in the 11:15 service as either a torch-bearer or crucifer.
Lector - Read a passage of scripture during one of our morning worship services.
Children’s Formation Classes - Alongside adult leaders, assist with children’s formation classes or help out in the nursery. (*Safeguarding training required)
Contact Caleb to sign up for any of these service opportunities!
Growing in Faith
Confirmation
Confirmation class is a faith-building opportunity is typically reserved for high school students. It involves a commitment to learn, serve, and be a part of a community, as well as a willingness to explore going through with the rite of Confirmation at the next Bishop’s visit. Contact Caleb to receive info on the next Confirmation cohort.
Pilgrimage
A pilgrimage is an opportunity to encounter God through traveling to sacred places alongside fellow pilgrims seeking spiritual renewal. St. Mark’s desires to give each youth the opportunity to go on one pilgrimage trip during their high school years. In the summer of 2023, six pilgrims from St. Mark’s went to England and Scotland! Stay tuned for an announcement on our next pilgrimage trip.