St. Mark the Evangelist (Diocese of Harrisburg)
| St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Saint Mark the Evangelist |
| Type/Classification: | Territorial Parish |
| Non-Parochial: | No |
| Operated By: | Congregation of St. Basil |
| Venerated Saints: | Saint John the Baptist, Saint Joseph |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Harrisburg |
| Deanery: | Central Dauphin Deanery |
| Address: | 385 S Ridge Ave., Greencastle, Pennsylvania 17225-1157 |
| City: | Greencastle, PA |
| Subdivision: | Pennsylvania |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Franklin County |
| Website: | Website |
| Founded: | 1960 |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | info@stmarkmechanicsburg.com |
| AI Confidence: | Not rated |
| Review Level: | 0/5 (unreviewed) |
St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church is a territorial parish in the Diocese of Harrisburg, located in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. Dedicated to Saint Mark the Evangelist, the patron saint of writers and publishers, the parish serves a suburban community in Cumberland County.
Established in 1960 by the Diocese of Harrisburg, St. Mark's was one of several new parishes formed during this period to meet the growing needs of the local Catholic population.[1]
The parish community is served by priests from the Congregation of St. Basil, a religious order founded in Poland in the 17th century.
History
St. Mark's was established to serve the growing Catholic population in Mechanicsburg and surrounding areas. The first Mass was celebrated on September 11, 1960, at the parish's original location.[2]
Special features
- Annual parish festival and community events
- Ministries inspired by Saint Mark's life as an evangelist, including outreach to local schools and youth organizations
Relics
According to established Catholic tradition, the main altar contains deposited relics of Saint John the Baptist and Saint Joseph, reflecting the parish's devotion to these saints.
Architecture
The church building features a modern design with a large nave and transepts. The exterior façade is adorned with a prominent bell tower.
External features
- A large parking lot accommodates parishioners and visitors
- A playground area for children is located adjacent to the church
Interior features
- A beautiful stained-glass window depicting Saint Mark the Evangelist in action as an evangelist
- A statue of Saint Joseph, patron saint of families, is situated near the main altar
- The sanctuary features a large crucifix above the high altar
Art and Devotional Features
The parish's devotional life focuses on Saint Mark the Evangelist, with artwork and liturgical elements reflecting his role as an evangelist.
Stained Glass Windows
- A stunning stained-glass window depicting Saint Mark the Evangelist in action as an evangelist
- Additional windows featuring scenes from the life of Christ
Statues and Sculptures
- A statue of Saint Joseph, patron saint of families, is situated near the main altar
- A sculpture of Saint John the Baptist is located in the narthex
Other Artwork
- A beautiful mural depicting the Gospel story of Saint Mark's call to be an evangelist
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Related parishes
- Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church (Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania)
- Saint Joseph Catholic Church (Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania)
External links
References
- ↑ "St. Mark the Evangelist - Mechanicsburg". Roman Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg. https://www.hbgdiocese.org/parishes/st-mark-the-evangelist-mechanicsburg/.
- ↑ "History of St. Mark the Evangelist Parish". St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church. https://www.stmarkmechanicsburg.com/about/history/.