Saint Mark the Evangelist
Led by Father Justin Ward · Founded 1905
7340 Cahaba Valley Rd, Birmingham, AL 35242
About Saint Mark the Evangelist
Saint Mark the Evangelist is a Catholic parish located in Birmingham, Alabama. The church serves the Cahaba Valley area and maintains an active presence in the local community through its parish operations and religious services. The congregation has earned a 4.9 out of 5 rating from 85 Google reviews, reflecting consistent positive feedback from parishioners and visitors. The parish offers Catholic worship and spiritual formation to its members. Saint Mark the Evangelist provides the sacraments and religious education as part of its ministry to the faithful. The church engages in parish life through various activities that support its congregation's spiritual development and community involvement. Saint Mark the Evangelist is situated at 7340 Cahaba Valley Road in Birmingham, Alabama. Those seeking additional information about the parish, including Mass times, programs, and other details, can visit the church's website at stmarkrc.org. The parish welcomes members of the Catholic community and others interested in learning more about its mission and activities.
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The Catholic Church is the world's oldest and largest Christian institution, tracing its leadership through an unbroken line of popes back to the Apostle Peter. The Mass — the central act of Catholic worship — follows a liturgical calendar and culminates in the Eucharist, which Catholics believe is the real presence of Christ. Catholic life is shaped by seven sacraments: Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation, Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, and Matrimony. Parishes typically offer multiple Sunday Masses, daily Mass, confession hours, and robust faith formation programs. The Church's social teaching on human dignity, care for the poor, and the common good is expressed through extensive charitable and educational ministries worldwide.
Plan Your Visit
Get directions →First service starts at Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM — plan to arrive 10 minutes early
On-site parking is available — no need to hunt for street parking
Fully wheelchair accessible — contact the church for specific accessibility needs
Dress code is casual — come as you are
Check the website for any schedule changes before your visit
Member Reviews
★ 4.9 · 85 Google reviewsIsabel Bates
★★★★★Jesus is there! Church is beautiful, community is incredible and active, pastor is Christ-centered, present, and speaks the Truth with kindness, fervor and care.
Trenton Garmon
★★★★★Beautiful experience. Kind people. I am a Knight with their order. Yet no Open Chalice Mass during the week. … More
Sermons Online
Saint Mark the Evangelist publishes sermons on YouTube
Service Times
🕐 Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Programs
Amenities & Accessibility
Walkability
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Saint Mark the Evangelist hold services?
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Where is Saint Mark the Evangelist located?
7340 Cahaba Valley Rd, Birmingham, AL 35242
What denomination is Saint Mark the Evangelist?
Saint Mark the Evangelist is a Catholic church.
How do I contact Saint Mark the Evangelist?
Call (205) 980-1810 or visit http://stmarkrc.org/.
What is Saint Mark the Evangelist known for?
Saint Mark the Evangelist is a Catholic parish located in Birmingham, Alabama.
Church Health Score
Based on Google rating, reviews, and online presence
Strong
This church scores 82/100 compared to other Catholic churches in Birmingham.
Catholic Benchmarks
Hartford Seminary + ECFA national averages