St Mark's Church
About St Mark's Church
St. Mark’s Church is situated in Herston which forms the western part of Swanage. St. Mark’s Church congregation is drawn from various parts of Swanage but, nevertheless, it has a strong identity as the local ‘village’ church at Herston and this is reflected by the local community through the number of Baptisms, Weddings and Funerals that take place.
To find out more about St Mark's Church click the links on the left.
Toddler Group
We have our own Toddler Group who meet once a week on a Wednesday between 9- 11am during the school term time in the Church Room which adjoins the church. The group is led by a church member who is an Early Years Practitioner at Little Birds Pre- school and this relationship encourages good links into St. Mark’s School for families.
Prayer and Share
Our prayer and share group meet every Thursday morning from 10-10.45am to which everyone is welcome.
Social Activities
There is a varied social programme throughout the year which includes Coffee Mornings, Summer Barbecue, a Quiz and Harvest Supper and a Christmas Meal. Support for Mission. We are currently supporting the work of Mission Aviation Fellowship.
St Mark’s Herston Facebook Page.
It is always worth checking our Facebook page to see what is going on! During Lent, Pentecost and Advent there is a daily post which includes an interesting picture, a Bible reading and a short reflection. This has proved very popular with over 100 regular followers.
St. Mark’s CE Primary School
St. Mark’s Church has close association with St. Mark’s Primary School and the children use the church for regular assemblies and seasonal concerts to which families and friends are invited. Members of St. Mark’s congregation support the school through a Diocese initiative, Pray- Bake - Serve, whereby the church regularly prays for the school, members come in and listen to children reading and during the year bake cakes for the staff.
Church Room Hire
The Church Room is available for hire. For details and hiring costs please telephone the contact number stated below.
St. Mark’s News
Easter Gardens outside the church
The crosses made by each child from St. Mark’s Primary School and brought to church at their Easter Service now displayed behind the altar.