During this suspension of public worship and gathering due to the coronavirus, we’re finding ways to meet remotely, primarily through Zoom video-conference. We invite you to join us. To join us, click on the calendar, find the event you’re...
Friends, I’m sad to say that the entire Zoom platform is currently experiencing difficulty, which means we will not be able to meet this morning over Zoom for the pre-church gathering or for Coffee Hour afterward. This should not...
May 14, 2020 My friends in Christ, I find myself thinking a lot about the Apostle Paul these days, which is uncharacteristic of me. I’ve generally stayed away from him in my reading and writing for two reasons: 1....
COVID-19 2020 (via Zoom)April 10, 2020The Rev. Ian BurchSt. Mark’s Episcopal Church | Milwaukee, WI In 1873 nuns from the Sisterhood of St. Mary went to Memphis, Tennessee, at the request of the Episcopal Bishop Charles T. Quintard, to...
The Rev. Ian BurchSt. Mark’s Episcopal Church (via Zoom from quarantine)April 9, 2020 It’s no secret that I am a big fan of Pride and Prejudice. I’ve read the book probably five or six times, and I’ve seen several...
Friends in Christ, After lengthy consultation with our Sr. Warden Kathy Katter, fellow priests in the diocese, and Bishop Miller, I have decided to suspend all meetings, worship services, and gatherings at St. Mark’s through Saturday, April 4. This...
Traveling MerciesAnne LamottStudy Guide Week 2The Rev. Ian Burch …he’s one of those right-wing Christians who things that Jesus is coming back next Tuesday….p.60 -What kind of Christian are you? What kind of Christian do you suppose we are...
Friends in Christ, Upon the recommendation of several trusted health care professionals, and in consultation with the bishops of Milwaukee, Virginia, and San Diego, we have decided on the following adjustments to our shared life: Effective immediately, our Wednesday...
Traveling Mercies: Some Thoughts on Faith by Anne LamottStudy Guide by Fr. Ian BurchSt. Mark’s Episcopal ChurchMilwaukee, WI I was raised by my parents to believe that you had a moral obligation to save the world. p. 5 +What...
February 22, 2020St. Mark’s Episcopal Church | Milwaukee, WIThe Rev. Ian Burch Good morning, and welcome to St. Mark’s Episcopal Church. Many of you are members here and are familiar with gathering in this sanctuary for joys and for...
