Last spring, St. Mark was treated to two benefit concerts to help support our five students who attended the Lutheran Summer Music Academy* in Decorah, Iowa this summer. The outpouring of support from the generous people of St. Mark, plus matching funds from Thrivent, added up to roughly $5,700.00! This allowed the students to meet their financial goals and become eligible for matching tuition funds.
As a way to give thanks to St. Mark for our support, and to give thanks to God for the gift of music, our five students who attended LSM—Jacob, Kayleigh, Zoe, Jessica, and Kahli—will offer their music during worship on November 10. Come enjoy the talents of these five young musicians and learn more about their experiences at LSM.
*Lutheran Summer Music Academy is a four-week residential training and performance program based on musical excellence and faith exploration for band, orchestra, choir, piano, pipe organ, and composition students completing 8th grade. Students of all religious backgrounds are taught at Luther College in Decorah, Iowa by more than 30 world class faculty artists and guided by a team of dedicated counselors. Musical study, rehearsal, and performance are rooted in an intentional community that supports musical and personal growth. If you would like more information, you are welcome to talk to one of our students, see Pastor Beth for informational brochures, or visit the LSM website at www.lutheransummermusic.org.