HOLY DAYS & FEAST DAYS
The Solemnity of the Annunciation celebrates the coming of the Angel Gabriel to the Virgin Mary to announce to her the special mission God had chosen for her in being the mother of His only son. We are continually reminded of the importance of this feast to our salvation in various devotional prayers. Two examples that highlight the importance of this feast are the joyous mysteries of the Rosary and the Angelus.
This feast celebrates the Incarnation of the Second Person of the Trinity and the salvation of all mankind.
Source: Catholic News Agency
** Light dinner will be served at the Parish Hall after the 4:30pm Mass.**
PARISH ANNOUNCEMENTS
SECOND COLLECTION : The season of Lent is a time to give. We shall have a second collection on the following dates:
- March 29, Good Friday - Holy Land Collection https://myfranciscan.org
- March 31, Easter Sunday - SVDP Saint Mark Conference
ANOINTING OF THE SICK: On April 7 (Divine Mercy Sunday), we will have the Anointing of the Sick during the 9:45am Mass.
The Anointing of the Sick is not a sacrament for those only who are at the point of death. As soon as anyone of the faithful begins to be in danger of death from sickness or old age, the fitting time for him to receive the sacrament has certainly arrived. It is also fitting to receive the sacrament just prior to a serious operation. The same holds for the elderly whose frailty becomes more pronounced.
For any questions, please contact the parish office.
Source: Catechism of the Catholic Church
PARISH NEWS & EVENTS
Holy Week : Relive the Passion of Christ
Saint Mark invites the community in observing HOLY WEEK, beginning from Palm Sunday through Easter Sunday, the day of Resurrection of our Lord, Jesus Christ.
Community News & Photo Gallery
Excell Network Breakfast
On Saturday, March 16, Saint Mark welcomed fifty guests to our monthly Excell Network breakfast. While enjoying a delicious meal prepared by our Ladies Guild, we listened to a beautiful reflection from Excell Network student Ronald Scott. While still in prison, Mr. Scott recognized that true prayer is “God, please help me understand what You want me to do,” and not “God, please give me what I want.” His words so perfectly capture our Lenten journey from the desert to the Cross to the Resurrection: “With God, there is always a path.”
How fortunate the Saint Mark community is to host the Excell Network Breakfast!
We also wish to thank Ashley, Carly, Gabby, Maia, and Vicky from Notre Dame for dedicating their time to helping us at the registration and merchandise tables. We are so blessed!
To view more Excell Network Breakfast photos, visit Media Gallery
Lenten Day of Recollection
On Saturday, March 16, the Lenten Day of Recollection was held at Saint Mark with nearly 80 members of our faith community in attendance. Msgr. Michael Harriman led three Conferences with the theme: "Never place a period where God has placed a Comma!" Each conference opened with a hymn sung by the congregation, followed by scripture reading, a talk & reflection by Msgr. Harriman and small group discussions. The recollection also included time for Reconciliation Service, the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Adoration.
Our St. Mark Confirmation Youth Group participated in the Recollection as part of their preparation to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. They were joined by youth guests from St. Dunstan Parish who are also preparing for Confirmation. The Youth started the day with some fun icebreakers and during the recollection, engaged in meaningful small group discussions , talking about the topics presented and seeing how they are relevant to their lives today. It was much appreciated by the youth to have the opportunity to pause for a while, learn some great nuggets of wisdom from our talks, and to spend time in prayer and fellowship with each other.
Our special thanks to the following who made the Day of Recollection possible: Msgr. Michael Harriman, the Liturgy Committee, Hospitality Ministry, AV Ministry and parish staff.
To view more Day of Recollection photos, visit Media Gallery
Click PLAY button to watch the full videos of Day of Recollection conferences on our YouTube channel.
Soup & Stations of the Cross
On March 15, we gathered for another evening of hearty soup, followed by Readings and Stations of the Cross. Thank you, Knights of Columbus, for being our sponsor for the night!
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MINISTRY PROGRAMS
"Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have,
for such sacrifices are pleasing to God." - Hebrews 13:16
Saint Mark SVDP Appreciates Your Generosity
Many of our neighbor families in Belmont and San Mateo continue to face great challenges paying their rent as well as providing for their essential day to day expenses.
In the months of January and February your generous donations supported our Saint Mark SVdP conference in providing assistance by:
- Making home visits to 125 families; which included a total of 389 people
(149 children & 245 adults) - Providing physical assistance, such as: $130 Albertsons gift cards ($3360.00 value), 448 bags of food ($18368.00 value), 20 vouchers for the SVdP thrift stores to purchase clothes ($1340.00 value)
Our Vincentians bring the “face of Christ” to each family when making the home visit. We share the love & caring of our entire Saint Mark community. Next Sunday, March 31, is the SVdP second collection. Thank you for supporting our neighbors who are most in need. God’s Peace and Blessings to each of you!
Social Justice Ministry Programs:
Excel Network Breakfast on April 20
Our next breakfast is on April 20, Saturday, from 8:00 to 9:30 am at the Parish Center. Excell Network's reentry scholarship program assists students on probation and parole as they continue their education. Start your day with us and be inspired by the students' stories of hope and renewal, while enjoying a delicious meal!
Tickets are priced at $20 per person. Bring your family & friends to this worthwhile cause!
Saint Mark Social Justice Ministry volunteers will also sell tickets after Sunday masses on April 13 & 14.
For more information, please contact
Bill Mallet: williammallet@comcast.net
Hands of God Envelopes for Neighbors in Need
We all seek to help our neighbors in need, but what can we do for the neighbor we meet on the street, in the parking lot, at our door? In addition to your prayers and kind words, we offer a practical way to help.
The Hands of God envelopes provide food for body and spirit: For $10, you will get a McDonald's gift card ($10 value), a bilingual prayer card, and a bilingual card listing local resources, all in a weatherproof Ziploc baggie.
Saint Mark Social Justice Ministry volunteers are selling envelopes after Sunday masses on April 13 & 14.
For more information, please contact
Diana Krippendorf: 650-861-1951
Diana Krippendorf: 650-861-1951
dianalk53@hotmail.com
Irene Torres-Tabor: 650-430-8696
Irene Torres-Tabor: 650-430-8696
ENGRAVED BRICKS: Order today to honor someone or as a gift for a special occasion!
The Tax Deductible Donations are as follows:
• $150 for a 4” x 8” brick
• $250 for an 8”x 8” brick
By purchasing one or more bricks, you will be investing in the future of Saint Mark Catholic Church and leaving a lasting legacy with your words, Set in Stone!
By purchasing one or more bricks, you will be investing in the future of Saint Mark Catholic Church and leaving a lasting legacy with your words, Set in Stone!
MASS INTENTIONS
Saturday, March 23
4:30pm
- Mark Stovall (Birthday)
Sunday, March 24
8:00am
- Saint Mark Parishioners, Living and Deceased
- Jose Mendoza (RIP)
9:45am
- Teresa Aroche (RIP)
11:30am
- Tito Baby Boy, Recto and Lilia Ora (RIP)
March 25 to 29
Monday, 8:30 am
- Shayna Faith Carreon (Thanksgiving)
- Cris Licudine (Birthday)
Tuesday, 8:30 am
- Geovanni Kelly (RIP)
Wednesday, 8:30 am
- Cris and Nelia Licudine (25th Wedding Anniversary)
Thursday, 8:30 am
- Virginia Palma (Birthday Memorial)
- Tameka Hill (Thanksgiving)
Friday, 8:30 am
- Seanna Stange (Thanksgiving)
Share a meal at our weekly Communal Supper.
“Could you not watch
one hour with me?”
- Matthew 26:40
Join us in Adoration -
a quiet time spent in prayer before Jesus.
An Invite to Vocation Cross Program
At the Sunday 9:45 am mass, parishioners will take turns bringing the Vocation cross home to pray the Vocation prayer & Rosary daily, for a week.
Sign up sheet is at the church entrance. If you wish to participate, but unable to attend the 9:45am mass, please indicate in the sign up sheet and we will make arrangements for you to get the Vocation Cross and prayer.
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ARCHDIOCESE NEWS & EVENTS
Keep up to date with news & events in the greater Bay Area. It's an enriching way to grow in faith and build community. Some events are held online, you can join from anywhere!
(New) Three Archdiocesan Restorative Justice Events During Holy Week
Contact: Julio Escobar | 415-614-5572 | escobarj@sfarch.org
ONE: Saturday, March 23 and Saturday, March 31, 2024 - Attend a two-day training (Training location: 1 Peter Yorke Way, San Francisco)
8:00a – 4:00p
For more information: Click Here.
Learn how to visit incarcerated young people 12 to 25 years old at San Francisco Juvenile Justice Center. To schedule a screening interview, contact Julio Escobar. A flyer is attached below.
TWO: Tuesday, March 26, 2024 - Prepare Easter Cards and Treats for Prisoners
(Location: Archdiocese of San Francisco1 Peter Yorke Way, San Francisco)
9:00a – 4:00p
Must register: Click Here
Help prepare Easter cards and treats for all people in custody at San Francisco County Jails. Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided.
THREE: Thursday, March 28, 2024 - Deliver Easter Cards and Treats to Prisoners
11:00a at CJ#2 - 425 7th St, San Francisco
1:30p at CJ#3 - 1 Moreland Dr, San Bruno
Must register: Click Here
Help distribute Easter cards and treats to all people in custody at San Francisco County Jails.
For background information, click button.
(New) Feast of San Pedro Calungsod Eucharistic Celebration
Saturday, April 20, 12:00pm
St. Mark Catholic Church, 325 Marine View Avenue, Belmont, CA 94002
St. Mark Catholic Church, 325 Marine View Avenue, Belmont, CA 94002
Save the Date: Walking with Jesus
Across the Golden Gate Bridge!
Sunday, May 19, 2024, 11:00am
St. Mary of the Assumption Cathedral – 1111 Gough St.
Contact: Sandra Kearney | 415-614-5505 | kearneys@sfarch.org
St. Mary of the Assumption Cathedral – 1111 Gough St.
Contact: Sandra Kearney | 415-614-5505 | kearneys@sfarch.org
More Information: Click Here
Join us for the launch of the National Eucharistic Revival Pilgrimage from the West with the St. Junipero Serra Route. Join Archbishop Cordileone and the Eucharistic Perpetual Pilgrims for 11:00am Mass at St. Mary of the Assumption Cathedral followed by a pilgrimage walk with the Blessed Sacrament across the Golden Gate Bridge.
ONLINE EVENTS
(New) Holy Week Through the Eyes of the Great Painters: Amy Guiliano (via Zoom)
Saturday, March 23, 2024, 7:00p
Contact: Maggie Gallagher | 914-522-5310 | mgallagher@bxvi.org
Contact: Maggie Gallagher | 914-522-5310 | mgallagher@bxvi.org
Register for Zoom Link: Click Here
From the earliest crucifixion scenes to the masterpieces of Da Vinci and Michelangelo, enter into Holy Week through the Church's rich artistic tradition. Amy Guiliano will be our mentor as we prepare for the coming of Easter by meditating on great images from the Renaissance and more.
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES
MASSES
Daily at 8:30 am
Saturday at 4:30 pm
Sunday at 8:00 am, 9:45 am and 11:30 am
Sunday at 8:00 am, 9:45 am and 11:30 am
Cantonese Mass 1:30 pm every 2nd, 4th and 5th Sunday
Livestream Masses for the Sick & Homebound every Sunday at 9:45 am
First Saturday Mass at 8:30 am, followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament.
Holy Day Masses at 8:30 am and 7:00 pm
AT THE CHAPEL
Daily Rosary after the 8:30 am Mass
Confessions every Saturday from 3:45 to 4:20 pm or by appointment
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament : Monday to Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Perpetual Help Devotion, Adoration & Benediction : Wednesdays at 7:00 pm
AT THE GROTTO
(outdoor activity may move to Chapel due to weather conditions)
Rosary at 6:30 pm, Monday to Friday
Rosary Rally at noon every first Saturdays
OTHERS
Anointing of the Sick - by appointment. Contact parish office.
Holy Communion for the Homebound. Email camilestone33@gmail.com.
PARISH INFORMATION
Parish Staff & Email Directory:
Fr. Angel Quitalig, Pastor, frangel@saintmarkbelmont.com
Fr. Dominic Savio Lee, In-Residence, frdominic@saintmarkbelmont.com
Richard Dizon, Permanent Deacon, dcnrich@saintmarkbelmont.com
Edmund Ibarra, Religion Education, eibarra@saintmarkbelmont.com
Elsa Agasid, Music Director, eagasid@saintmarkbelmont.com
Elsa Atendido, Office Coordinator, elsa@saintmarkbelmont.com
Dinna Bayangos, Communications Coordinator, dinna@saintmarkbelmont.com
Website / FB: webmaster@saintmarkbelmont.com
Livestream / YT: channel@saintmarkbelmont.com
Office Address: 325 Marine View Avenue, Belmont, CA 94002
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
