St. Mark’s Feast 25th April
Mark the Evangelist is the traditionally ascribed author of the Gospel of Mark. Mark is said to have founded the Church of Alexandria, one of the most important episcopal sees of early Christianity. His feast day is celebrated on April 25, and his symbol is the winged lion.
The Venetian lion appears in two distinct forms. One is as a winged animal resting on water, to symbolise dominance over the seas, holding St. Mark's Gospel under a paw. These animals can be seen all around the Mediterranean, usually on top of a classical stone columnThe other form is known as the lion "in moleca", in the form of a crab. Here the lion is depicted full-faced with its wings circled around the head and resembling the claws of a crustacean. It is emerging from water, so that the lion "in moleca" is associated with the lagoon and the city, whereas the standing winged lion is thought to be more associated with Venetian territory around the Mediterranean. The Latin words engraved on the book are Pax Tibi Marce Evangelista Meus, which means Peace unto you, Mark, my Evangelist.
On the Feast Day of St. Mark. I want to ask that Jesus & St. Mark will continue to bless the Pupils & Staff of St. Marks’s. I want take this opportunity to thank Mrs Droy and all the staff for the support and care they show to our children. On a personal note. I just want to thank everyone in the school for all they have done for me. I love the school and miss you all so so much.
Love Fr. Frank
