Meeting Ground 

The Path from Shelter to Home.

 Rooted in Christian Values

Meeting Ground grew from the concept of "shelter" to the reality of "home" for people experiencing homelessness.

Our mission is to help meet basic human needs and to address the root problems that perpetuate the cycle of homelessness and poverty.




Join Us in Welcoming Our New Executive Director

Dr. Patricia N. Marks Named Executive Director of Meeting Ground

Meeting Ground, the 32-year-old ministry with people experiencing homelessness, announced today the appointment of Dr. Patricia N. Marks as their new Executive Director.  Dr. Marks will begin work in her new role on April 15, 2013.

A Deaconess consecrated by the General Board of Global Ministries of the United Methodist Church, Dr. Marks is a graduate of Wesley Theological Seminary. While in seminary she received their first Certificate in Urban Ministry for her work on issues of social justice. Dr. Marks also holds a Ph.D. in Education from the University of Maryland and a M.S. in Early Childhood Education.

“With over three decades of experience working in non-profit leadership positions, Dr. Marks brings to Meeting Ground a wonderfully unique mix of secular and sacred skills that we were seeking,” said Cathy Skelley, the Chair of the Meeting Ground Board of Directors. “She has a ‘people first’ style of ministry and we are thankful that God has brought us together. We are thrilled that she has accepted our call, and we are looking forward to her leadership and guidance on issues of homelessness and poverty.”

In accepting the position, Dr. Marks stated that she is excited about her transition into the Elkton/Cecil County community which she first learned about as a member of Leadership Maryland.  As a person committed to cooperation and collaboration, she is looking forward to engaging individuals, the business community, service providers, and congregations in the work of Meeting Ground.    

For more information about Meeting Ground go to www.meetingground.org

In Peace,

 

The Board of Directors of Meeting Ground


 

Upcoming Events

North Elk Coffee House- May 18, 2013 7:00PM.  St. Mary Anne's Episcopal Church, Parish Hall.  Proceeds benefit Meeting Ground. Performer Dana Cooper started performing more than 40 years ago at age 16, and is still driven by the constant desire to tap deeper into his own experience.  Help us conclude our 2012-13 season with an evening of wonderful music by Dana Cooper! You can hear some music, including the song he sang with Lyle Lovett at: www.danacoopermusic.com.

Meeting Ground Board of Directors- May 20, 2013.  4:15PM at the Mary Randall Center.


Ongoing Events

Bible Study with Mike Brandon of the Paris Foundation- Tuesdays 9:00 AM at the Mary Randall Center

Bible Study with Sister Cassandra of the Anamchara Fellowship- Thursdays at 10:30 at the Mary Randall Center





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