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Originally Posted by rdhdleo
We have been going to St. Marks since it opened it doors and had services in what is now the church hall for functions. We also felt St. Tims rigid and somewhat cliquish but that was us. We LOVE St. Marks and there never seems to be a shortage of hugs, like any place you are new to, give it time and really get to know the people, join in on some of the groups. We love the Pauline fathers at St. Marks they are actually less rigid than the diocesan priests and more humble. That said hope you find a church you feel good about  I'm glad we joined St. Marks. Oh and Welcome to The Villages!!! |
I have to agree with entry. I attended St Tim's but wasn't for me.
In my humble opinion :
I went to St Mark's the Evangelist and have been very pleased. The church,parish participation and ministries are first rate. MY opinion on the Pastor is that he is among the BEST I have seen in 61 years of Catholicism.
His sermons (to me) have always had a meaning. During the sermons he invariably tosses in a zinger that has the audiences laughing out loud .
That is good communication
The music has been good but due to a new music minister -I would say it is incredible. Guest musicians are welcomed and really add to the Mass
Yes some times Father does express his frustration that others don't have the same reverence as he does.
Perhaps if this offends you then there are many churches that can accommodate your unique needs.
If you want to dine and dash (put in a good 40 minutes)
then this church is NOT for you!