St. Mark (Archdiocese of Atlanta)

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St. Mark
Dedication: St. Mark
Type/Classification: Territorial Parish
Non-Parochial: No
Operated By: Diocesan clergy
Venerated Saints: None specified
Diocese: Diocese of Metropolitan Archdiocese of Atlanta
Deanery:
Address: 5410 Hwy. 197 S, Clarkesville, Georgia 30523
City: Clarkesville, GA
Subdivision: Georgia
Country: United States
County: Habersham County
Website: No website specified
Founded: 1964
School: No
Email: None specified
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St. Mark is a territorial parish in the Archdiocese of Atlanta, located in Clarkesville, Georgia. Dedicated to Saint Mark, the patron saint of evangelists and missionaries, the parish serves a community in Habersham County.

Established in 1964, St. Mark Parish has been a place of worship for over five decades. Limited sources suggest that the parish was founded during a period of significant growth in the Clarkesville area.

History

According to available records, the first Mass at St. Mark Parish was celebrated on date unknown.[1]

Special features

  • Annual parish festivals and community events
  • Ministries focused on evangelization and service to the local community

Relics

No information is available regarding relics associated with St. Mark Parish.

Architecture

The church building at St. Mark Parish was designed to accommodate a growing congregation in the Clarkesville area. External features of the church include:

  • A large parking lot for parishioners
  • A playground for children attending Sunday school and other youth programs

Interior features

  • A spacious nave with seating for over 500 worshipers
  • A beautiful stained-glass window depicting Saint Mark the Evangelist

Art and Devotional Features

Devotional elements at St. Mark Parish focus on the life and mission of Saint Mark.

Stained Glass Windows

  • The large stained-glass window in the nave depicts Saint Mark the Evangelist

Statues and Sculptures

  • A statue of Saint Mark stands near the main altar

Other Artwork

  • Various works of art throughout the church building reflect the life and mission of Saint Mark

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External links

References

  1. ↑ "St. Mark - Clarkesville". Archdiocese of Atlanta. https://www.archatl.com/parishes/st-mark-clarkesville/. 
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