Welcome to St. Mark’s! We’re glad you found us!

The quick details
Sunday Services are in-person and online at 10 am
St. Mark's Lutheran Church
3350 N Delany Rd
​Waukegan, IL 60087

What makes your church unique? 

​St. Mark's takes pride in being an open and affirming church where everyone is embraced just as they are. Regardless of your race, religion, gender expression, sexuality, or life experience, we are overjoyed to have you here at St. Mark's. We stand firm in our commitment to celebrate your uniqueness. Something unique about us is that we were founded by Finnish immigrants, and you'll discover delightful nods to this heritage, such as our seasonal collection of Finnish Tonttu (gnomes) that playfully hide in our sanctuary for our Sunday School kids to find, or our heartwarming Pullah bread bake fundraiser.

What do you believe about the Bible? 

Within the ELCA, we hold the position that the Bible is the inspired word of God. It serves as a rich library of writings, encompassing history, poetry, stories, wisdom sayings, law codes, and much more. These writings document how the people of God interacted and understood the divine. We also acknowledge that these writings contain historical stances of those people, some of which do not align with the ethical values we uphold today. As modern-day Christians, our responsibility is to engage with these writings within the context of our present understanding and to move away from ancient oppression. Most importantly, the Bible presents the live-giving story and teachings of Jesus, our example, Redeemer, and friend.

Are you an open and affirming church?

We extend a wholehearted welcome to all, including our LGBTQIA+ community and those who have experienced divorce. At St. Mark's, you are embraced and affirmed for who you are.

Do you offer pastoral counseling or support services?

Our prayer team is always eager to lift your concerns in prayer. Please reach out to us at [email protected] with your prayer requests. Pastor Colin is here to listen and support, especially during challenging times. Please don't hesitate to email or call the church to connect with him. For ongoing care, we can connect you with local counselors who specialize in therapeutic care. When it comes to social services, like all churches in Lake County, we collaborate with Love Inc., an invaluable resource for those in need of monetary assistance, housing, and other essential social services.

Join us for in-person or virtual Sunday morning worship at 10:00 am. 
You can find us on Facebook and Youtube.
Questions? Contact our Church office at ​[email protected]