St. Mark’s Church in-the-Bowery
We strive to embody the world we know is possible.
Welcome to St. Mark's
Whether you're exploring faith, searching for a spiritual home, or simply looking for a place to belong, you are welcome here. Rooted in the Episcopal tradition, we gather for worship, build authentic community, and strive to embody the world we know is possible through compassion, justice, and love of neighbor.
Our worship calendar
New! 9:00 a.m. Thirty-Minute Mass, Upstairs Romero-King Chapel
9:30 a.m. Bible Study, Parish Hall
11 a.m. Holy Eucharist & Children’s Program, Sanctuary
Centuries of history
Since 1799, St. Mark's Church-in-the-Bowery has welcomed New Yorkers and visitors alike to worship, reflect, and serve.
Built on Manhattan's oldest site of continuous religious practice, our church has witnessed the city's remarkable transformation while remaining rooted in the Episcopal tradition.
Across generations, we've sought to be a place where faith inspires hospitality, creativity, justice, and hope for our neighbors and our world.
Programs & events
Book Launch: Unmaking Eden — Thursday, Nov. 5
Doors: 6:30 p.m. Program: 7 p.m.
Join the author, Dr. David M. Carr, in conversation with Bishop Matt Heyd and the Rev. Dr. John Thatamanil for a conversation on the book
Domestication is not just something that humans impose on animals, but an ancient structure binding both creatures within shared systems of subjugation. Advancing trenchant new ideas, David Carr unpacks Genesis 1-11 to reveal ways in which embedded human–animal, gender, and group hierarchies constitute our world. Drawing on animal studies and Indigenous perspectives alike, he treats the Bible's origin stories as an invitation to rethink inter-species flourishing and re-imagine community based on intrinsic worth rather than mere utility.
Refreshments will be served.
Welcome Center — Wednesdays, 4:30–6:30 p.m.
St. Mark’s is offering food, cell phone charging, rest/respite, and other resources to welcome our neighbors who are without work or shelter in New York.
Please consider donating food, new socks, men’s shoes and clothing. There is an urgent need at the moment for professional clothing. If you wish to donate clothes, email Church Administrator Jay Johnson.
You can make a financial donation here. If you wish to volunteer, email Church Rector Anne Marie Witchger.
Stream our Sunday service on YouTube
Can't make it to church in person? We'd love to worship with you online. Our Sunday services are livestreamed on YouTube and remain available to watch anytime. Whether you're joining us from across the city or across the world, you're always welcome at St. Mark's.
RESTORE. WELCOME. SERVE.
Help us renovate our Parish Hall & Kitchen
In use seven days a week, our Parish Hall and Kitchen serve as a gathering place for worship and fellowship, community meetings, art programs, poetry readings, social justice organizing, shared meals, and countless neighborhood events. More than just a building, the Parish Hall and Kitchen are where faith meets action — a vital, welcoming space that nurtures creativity, connection, and care for all.
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