Built around 1897 to serve the growing population of Mansfield, St. Mark's is a vibrant Christian Church in the DEANERY OF MANSFIELD , the DIOCESE OF SOUTHWELL AND NOTTINGHAM , all part of the CHURCH OF ENGLAND.

Our outreach is fuelled by our worship. This follows the high Anglican Catholic tradition, aided by a strong CHOIR (you may hear them on this link) and a full team of ALTAR SERVERS , and enhanced by beautiful FLORAL DISPLAYS.

We always meet for Parish Eucharist at 9.30am on Sundays. This is followed by refreshments and the chance to catch up in the Hall. Once a month, there is also the FAIRTRADE stall.

Every Thursday, Mass is said at 9.15am and each Tuesday at 7pm. These are simple, devotional services normally held in the Lady Chapel. Try the tea/coffee with toast and marmalade after Thursday Mass most weeks! For dates of other worship, including Saints' Days services, please see the DIARY.

Our church family is led and encouraged by our full time Parish Priest, Father George Butler, who is also Area Dean. He would be delighted to MEET YOU and answer your questions. As well as hearing about the many aspects of life at St. Mark's, you may wish to find out about baptism for a child or adult (perhaps yourself!), or to enquire about a church wedding.

Our church family includes many young people. They are encouraged to join the BOYS' BRIGADE or the BROWNIES AND GUIDES , meeting during the week in the HENLEY COMMUNITY HALL, next to the Church. Most weeks at 9.30am Sunday Mass, the YOUNG LIONS leave the service for fun Christian learning in the adjoining hall. Some young people choose to join the CHOIR or the SERVING TEAM, while others prefer to sit with the congregation.

From time to time LIONHEARTS happens for teenagers, combining interactive Christian learning with recreation. Look out for worship organised by the young people, an experience not to be missed. All St. Mark's young people enjoy extra trips and activities.

Young people who do not attend regularly on Sundays are encouraged to find out what goes on in that strange building on the corner! A popular and very busy event is the Advent Craft Day. Also, schools regularly bring their pupils to the Church for "hands on" religious education; the young people are full of enthusiasm and thoroughly wear out Church members who direct these noisy learning experiences! Schools also make use of the Church for their own worship on special occasions, as well as joining us in advertised services. Father George is often invited into local schools to speak with the pupils and take assemblies.

Every so often, St. Mark's folk come together for a good time as well as joining in novel ways of raising money to help others. (How does a SPONSORED SNORE grab you? It means sleeping through the night under the stars in freezing temperatures! What about the Muic Marathon which raised £11, shared bertween WaterAid and st Mark's Church?

The work of St. Mark's and the upkeep of the Church building and the Henley Community Hall require finance! We are dependent on the generosity of local people to provide this. There is a regular giving scheme in which taxpayers are requested to allow us to claim back tax. For one pound a week you may join the 100 CLUB with the chance to win a monthly cash prize. Every Thursday, there is an INDOOR CAR BOOT sale in the Henley Community Hall to raise much needed funds. You may sell your own items on payment of five pounds for a table, or donate good for the St. Mark's table, or just come along to browse, buy and enjoy a cup of tea and a sandwich in good company. If you would like some peace, the Church is open across the car park.

Through the generosity of St Mark's folk, many local and international organisations benefit. Please take a look at the GIVING & RECEIVING page.

In addition to this website, we keep up-to-date with the weekly PEW SHEET, available at each service, and the monthly MARK MAG, normally ready on the last Sunday of the month. Please regularly check up on the NEWS AND EVENTS page so you know what is happening.