Council Corner: May 2026

Dear Friends in Christ,

As the beauty of spring unfolds around us, I am reminded of these words from

Song of Solomon 2:11–12: “See! The winter is past; the rains are over and gone.

Flowers appear on the earth; the season of singing has come.”

What a fitting reminder that God is always at work bringing new life, new energy,

and new hope. As we enter May, I am grateful not only for the changing season

but also for the many ways I continue to see God’s faithfulness at work here at

St. Mark’s through your service, kindness, and commitment to our church family.

At our most recent Council meeting, we approved several important items that

help support the ministry and future of St. Mark’s. Council accepted the March

meeting minutes, and a few highlights are listed below:

●Tech Station Build

We are pleased that the tech station build is nearly complete. This investment

helps strengthen our worship experience and supports how we share ministry

with one another and beyond our walls.

●St. Mark’s 75th Anniversary

Looking ahead to October 2027, Council began discussing plans for celebrating

St. Mark’s 75th anniversary. This is a special milestone in the life of our church,

and I am excited to begin thinking about how we can honor our history while

celebrating all that is still to come.

●Baldwinsville Community Band

Council also approved moving forward with welcoming back the Baldwinsville

Community Band in November for a Veterans Day performance. Opportunities

like this are a wonderful way to connect with our broader community and open

our doors in fellowship and gratitude.

●Website Updates

Work is continuing on needed website updates so we can better communicate

with members and visitors alike.

Personally, I continue to be thankful for the privilege of serving as your Council

President. This season of church life is filled with both opportunity and

responsibility, and I am grateful to serve alongside such dedicated council

members, ministry leaders, and congregation members. Your willingness to show

up, serve, and care for one another is part of what makes St. Mark’s such a

welcoming and faithful church home.

As we move through this season of renewal, may we continue to look for the

ways God is growing something new among us — in our worship, in our service,

and in our life together.

Respectfully submitted,

Lea Ann Quimby

Council President, St. Mark’s Lutheran Church