The St. Mark’s Youth Group is a community of young people who journey together in faith, friendship, and service in Christ’s name.
Youth Group is for all students in grades 9-12, and our gatherings are a chance to grow in faith, build friendships, and serve together.
This year our usual meeting rhythm will be the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month, usually from 5-6:30 PM, with breaks on holiday weekends and school vacations. (There will be some exceptions to this, so please refer to the calendar.) Our gatherings will include service, fellowship, and faith formation – some weeks in the Youth Room, other weeks out in the community.
There will also be Youth Bible Study on Wednesdays from 4-5PM in the Youth Room, starting September 10. Each week we’ll look at one or more of the scripture passages for the upcoming Sunday, opening space for questions, conversation, and reflection. Snacks and drinks too, of course! Come as you are, bring a friend, and grow in faith together.
If you’d like to learn more or get involved, Fr. John would love to hear from you! You can also stay connected by following us on Instagram: @stmarksncyouth.
Youth Sunday is June 14th at 10AM
Blessing of the Graduates and End-of-Year Brunch
On the last Sunday of the school year, St. Mark’s youth will serve as readers and acolytes, and graduating senior Chloe Perkins will preach. The service will also include a blessing of the graduates, and members of the Class of 2026 are especially encouraged to be there!
All high school youth and rising freshmen are invited to continue the celebration at brunch with Father John at Gates in New Canaan. We’ll begin at around 11:30am, following the 10am service.
Sign up for brunch by Sunday, June 7 on the registration page.
Upcoming Youth Summer Service Trip to South Carolina Lowcountry – July 20-25, 2026
This year’s youth service trip to South Carolina will take place Monday, July 20 through Saturday, July 25. During our week together, we will serve, learn, and live in community in the South Carolina Lowcountry.
We will fly to Spring Island, staying at Margaret Roscoe’s family house and another nearby home generously made available to our group for the week. Our service work will take place on nearby St. Helena Island, where we will serve the Gullah community through our partnership with the St. Helena Gullah Housing Project, assisting with home repairs for residents and supporting other community needs.
Our workdays will be Tuesday through Friday, typically beginning in the morning and finishing mid-afternoon. Alongside our time serving, the week will include shared meals, prayer and reflection, and time to rest and enjoy the beauty of the Lowcountry.
- Dates: Monday, July 20 – Saturday, July 25
- Location: Spring Island & St. Helena Island, South Carolina
- Cost: Final cost will be confirmed soon; estimated around $600, covering travel, lodging, and meals.
- Travel details: Fly as a group from NYC to Savannah, then drive (via rental car) to Spring Island
- Chaperones: Margaret Roscoe, Robina Lewis, and Anderson Kenny
- Last Day to Register: Monday, June 15
- Sign up HERE
Additional details about flights, packing lists, and required forms will be shared with registered participants.
Take a look below at some of the photos from our Youth Service Trip to St. Helena Island, SC!
Gospel Garden Interns Needed – High School Student Positions
St. Mark’s is seeking two high school interns to assist with the daily care of the Gospel Garden, which grows fresh produce for those facing food insecurity in partnership
with the New Canaan Food Pantry and Person-to-Person in Darien. These are paid, part-time positions for students interested in contributing to local food justice through hands-on work in the garden.
Compensation: $18 per hour
Key Responsibilities:
Support planting, watering, weeding, harvesting, and general upkeep of the garden
Help prepare and occasionally deliver produce for donation
Collaborate with and take direction from adult leaders and volunteers
Maintain a clean and organized garden environment
Qualifications:
Must be 16 years or older
Valid driver’s license and access to transportation for deliveries when needed
Reliable and able to work independently and with guidance
Ability to work outdoors and engage in physical tasks
Interest in gardening or community service is welcome
Schedule:
Weekday mornings, 9–11AM, Monday–Friday, with some flexibility
Runs from the end of the school year through the start of the next
Interested? Contact Fr. John at jkennedy@stmarksnewcanaan.org.
Youth Service Trip to St. Helena Island, SC!
