Family Empowerment

Family Empowerment Resources

Financial Empowerment
The purpose of the Financial Empowerment program is to equip school families with essential skills to manage their finances, make informed financial decisions, and improve their financial well-being for a more secure future. Practical tools are offered through free online classes including budgeting, debt management, credit improvement, and homeownership readiness sessions.

All parents are invited to join our *FREE* online financial wellness classes: Financial Foundations | Pathway to Homeownership

To view the full schedule of Financial Empowerment Events for the year, click here.

Parent Alignment
The purpose of early education programming & parent alignment is to focus on shared values that contribute to the overall development and success of our scholars.

Upcoming Event: Author Talkback on Friday, November 14th from 7:30–9:30 am at the North Avenue Campus (2210 N 1st Street). Author Robert Boyd Jr. will share his story about the importance of the healing process when life deals you blows that the soul cannot handle – but God reveals His purpose through it all. This is a free event for St. Marcus parents & community members. Breakfast & a copy of "God, Where Were You?" provided.

Faith & Family
The purpose of faith & family programming is to connect families to people, resources, and opportunities that will support a vibrant faith life.

Friends & Family Sunday – You are invited to join us at St. Marcus Church on Sunday, October 19 at 10:30 am for a special worship service. Invite friends and family and join us for a meal to follow.

Fusion Youth Ministry – 7th-12th graders are invited every Sunday from 10:00 am-12:00 pm for Fusion Worship in the Krier Gym basement at the North Avenue Campus. Fun events are also planned throughout the year. You can always stay up-to-date for the latest events about Fusion on our app.

Men That Matter – As men of God, let's come together. We must seek strength from God the Father, following the example of holy living set before us by Jesus, and lean deeply on the Word of God and guidance of the Holy Spirit to walk boldly in the world around us. Sign up to join us for an upcoming study and connect with fellow brothers.

Embrace Grace/Embrace Life – Embrace Grace is a ministry of St. Marcus Church offering support and community to single women experiencing unplanned (or overwhelming) pregnancies. Embrace Life is for single moms looking for a community to offer emotional, mental, and spiritual support.

 

Parent Advocacy
Our Parent Organizers are passionate leaders who mobilize and empower families to speak up for what’s right. They work to unite parents across our school community to advocate for fair and equal funding for all students—regardless of zip code. Through organizing efforts and direct engagement with policymakers, our Parent Organizers work to ensure that our children have access to the resources they need to succeed.