HOLY DAY & FEAST DAY
St. Kateri Tekakwitha is the first Native American to be canonized. Known as the "Lily of the Mohawks," Kateri lived a life of holiness and virtue, despite obstacles and opposition within her tribe. Devotion to Kateri began immediately after her death and her body, enshrined in Caughnawaga, is visited by many pilgrims each year. She was beatified by Pope John Paul II in 1980, and canonized by Pope Benedict XVI on October 21, 2012.
(Source: Catholic News Agency)
While Our Lady of Mt. Carmel is the patron saint of the Carmelite Order, the basis for the universal Church honoring Mary under this title dates to her appearance to an English Carmelite St. Simon Stock in the 13th century. She gave him the Brown Scapular, a garment worn by religious over the neck and shoulders as an apron, to be worn by Carmelites “as a sign of her protection.” It is a Marian devotional practice which, over the centuries, has spread to Catholics around the world.
She is also the patron saint for protection from danger, and for deliverance from Purgatory.
(Source: EWTN)
PARISH ANNOUNCEMENT
Matt Lucett Appointed Coordinator of Religious Education
Saint Mark parish is pleased to announce that Matt Lucett, a longtime Parishioner and Catechist at Saint Mark, has taken on the role of Religious Education Coordinator. Let us support Matt as he leads our parish Faith Formation programs.
For inquiries related to CCD, Confirmation and RCIA, you may contact Matt at mlucett@saintmarkbelmont.com.
We thank Ed Ibarra, who has been our Religious Education Coordinator since 2020, and we wish him all the best as he moves on to another parish in San Jose as its new Catechetical Director.
Request for Prayers for the Sick
Saint Mark accepts requests for Prayers for the Sick, including those who are undergoing medical procedure.
Contact Elsa Atendido at office@saintmarkbelmont.com for your requests to be included in the Prayers for the Sick at our Sunday Masses.
Guidelines:
1. Provide the full name of the person/s for whom Prayers for the Sick is intended.
2. To accommodate all requests, names will be read at the Sunday Masses for one month after which they will be listed under the Mass Intentions Section of Flocknote.
3. If you are making a request on behalf of another person, please secure the approval of the person first.
4. Please also inform Elsa, if you already wish the name to be taken off the list.
If you wish to have a Mass offered for an intention, eg. healing, thanksgiving, special occasion or memorial, please also reach out to Elsa who manages the Mass Intentions book.
Second Collection for Peter's Pence
There will be a Second Collection during July 20 & 21 Masses for the benefit of the Peter's Pence. We appreciate your generosity.
PARISH NEWS & EVENTS
Community News
Fr. Al Furtado Honored on his 60th Anniversary
Priests and parishioners from around the Bay Area honored Fr. Al Furtado C.S.Sp. on his 60th anniversary as a priest. He was ordained on July 5, 1964 and was the pastor of Saint Mark from 2001 to 2014. The celebration took place at Saint Dunstan with some of our Saint Mark parishioners in attendance.
Happy Anniversary, Fr. Al ... thank you for your many years of dedicated service to the Catholic faith community!
Celebrate July Birthdays at Communal Supper
Join us at the Parish Center on July 13, Saturday as we honor our July birthday celebrants during the Communal Supper potluck. The photo below shows our happy parishioners during the July 6 Communal Supper. Hope to see you all!
Share a meal at our weekly Communal Supper, Saturdays, 6:00 pm
FAITH FORMATION
REGISTRATION ONGOING! - CCD Faith Formation and Confirmation Classes SY 2024-2025
We welcome kids and teens from Grades 1-12 to enroll in our CCD Faith Formation and Youth Confirmation Classes. Our religious education programs are geared towards helping our kids have a greater appreciation and love for our Catholic Faith, as well as to prepare them to receive our most Holy Sacraments. Our CCD Faith Formation Classes are open to kids from Grades 1-8, which includes those who are preparing for the sacrament of First Holy Communion. Our Confirmation Classes are open to all High School teens.
If you are interested to enroll and have any questions, please contact: Matt Lucett, Coordinator of Religious Education at mlucett@saintmarkbelmont.com The deadline for submitting registration forms and fees is on Tuesday, September 3.
Click the following links for more information about registration and calendars:
Becoming Catholic, the RCIA Way
Are you, or someone you know, interested in becoming Catholic?
Or desire to know more about the Catholic faith?
At St. Mark, we offer support and resources through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults or 'RCIA' process. For inquiries, contact Matt Lucett, Coordinator of Religious Education at mlucett@saintmarkbelmont.com
Click the image below to learn more about RCIA and how to start the process.
MINISTRY PROGRAMS
KoC: Pancake Breakfast
St. Vincent de Paul: July Appeal
Saint Mark SVdP requests these much needed items for families we visit. These are not available from Second Harvest, but through your generous help, we can give.
- diapers, size 6
- cooking oil
Place your donations in crates at each of the church doors from July 6-28. Thank you and God bless!
Liturgical Ministry: Lectors and Eucharistic Ministers
Saint Mark parish is in need of more Lectors and Eucharistic Ministers. If you are interested to serve, contact Chris Milestone at camilestone33@gmail.com or sign up in church.
Save the date! Deacon Rich Dizon will conduct a Refresher course for current Lectors and Eucharistic Ministers and Training & Orientation for new ones on July 20, Saturday, 10:00 am - 12:00 noon in Church.
Social Justice: Excell Network Breakfast is on Saturday, July 20
Time: 8:00 - 9:30 am
Place: Saint Mark Parish Center
At our Excell Network Monthly Breakfasts you will meet justice involved students currently receiving scholarships, and learn more about our work in restorative justice. Through these breakfast events we connect community members to “go under the hood” of what it means to support those reentering society after incarceration.
Social Justice: Hands of God Envelopes
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.
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
Spend your precious Summer time with us
at Saint Mark Catholic Church.
Children's Liturgy of the Word (CLW) on all Sundays of the Year
Every Sunday during the 9:45 am Mass, we invite all children to participate in CLW - a liturgical experience for children that allows them to hear and respond to God's Word. During CLW, children leave the sanctuary during the Liturgy of the Word, and enter our Chapel to hear the scripture proclaimed and explained at an age-appropriate level. The goal of CLW is for our children to grow in their love and understanding of God.
Train children in the right way,
and when old, they will not stray.
and when old, they will not stray.
- Proverbs 22:6
Participate with your family in the Vocation Cross Program.
At the Sunday 9:45 am mass, we invite parishioners to take turns bringing the Vocation cross home. Together with your family, pray the Vocation prayer & Rosary daily, for a meaningful Summer week.
To reserve your week, write your name & contact info on the sign up sheet at the church entrance. If you wish to participate, but unable to attend the 9:45 am mass, please indicate in the sign up sheet and we will make arrangements for you to get the Vocation Cross and prayer.
Volunteer and serve our parish in many fulfilling ways!
This Summer, we invite youth and adults alike to volunteer in liturgical or service activities where you can experience the greatness of God, develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and make lasting friendships!
Contact the following Ministry Heads to volunteer:
Altar Servers - Deacon Rich Dizon at richdizon@gmail.com or Flora Lee Chan at f_leechan@comcast.net
Music Ministry - Elsa Agasid at Elsa94080@gmail.com / 650.452.9803
Religious Education - Matt Lucett at mjlucett@gmail.com
Excell Network Breakfast - Bill Mallet at williammallet@comcast.net / 650.303.7266
SvDP Saint Mark Conference - Andy Klase at aklase1@yahoo.com
We have many other Parish Ministries. Visit our website to learn more.
GIVE TODAY
ENGRAVED BRICKS: The gift that keeps on giving
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 for you and your loved ones, with your words, Set in Stone! Order your engraved bricks today to be included in the next batch that will be laid.
By purchasing one or more bricks, you will be investing in the future of Saint Mark Catholic Church and leaving a lasting legacy for you and your loved ones, with your words, Set in Stone! Order your engraved bricks today to be included in the next batch that will be laid.
Your participation to AAA 2024 is vital to the church
We continue to accept donations as we would like more households in the parish to participate. All amounts that exceed the parish goal go back to Saint Mark. Thank you for your generosity!
How to Donate
• You may give your gift all at once (cash or check) or as a pledged gift.
• Envelopes are available for pick up in the rectory and inside the Church.
• Please return envelopes to the Church or mail them to: Saint Mark Catholic Church, 325 Marine View Avenue, Belmont CA 94002
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MASS INTENTIONS
Saturday, July 13
4:30 pm
- AMBROSIO PALMA (Death Anniversary)
- CRAIG ANTHONY GIGLI (RIP)
Sunday, July 14
8:00 am
- ST. MARK PARISHIONERS LIVING & DECEASED
9:45 am
- JOSE BOB PADILLA (RIP)
- ERNICO GALAVIZ (RIP)
11:30 am
- CORINNE GALVEZ (RIP)
- CORAZON DANDAN (RIP)
July 15 to 19
Monday, 8:30 am
- CARIDAD LUIS (Birthday)
Tuesday, 8:30 am
- RICHARD GORDEN (Healing)
Wednesday, 8:30 am
- LEO JOHN SERAFICA (RIP)
Thursday, 8:30 am
- BOB WALLACE (RIP)
Friday, 8:30 am
- JULIET BRIDGES (Birthday)
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) Summer Quarterly Meeting of the San Francisco Guild of the Catholic Medical Association
Saturday, July 13, 2024: 8:30am-11:30am
Star of the Sea Parish: 4420 Geary Blvd., San Francisco
Contact: Stephen A. McCurdy, MD | 530-564-2410 | samccurdy@gmail.com
Star of the Sea Parish: 4420 Geary Blvd., San Francisco
Contact: Stephen A. McCurdy, MD | 530-564-2410 | samccurdy@gmail.com
ATTENTION HEALTH PROFESSIONALS! The San Francisco Guild of the Catholic Medical Association invites all diocesan health professionals to attend our Summer Quarterly meeting. Join the association for education, support, and fellowship as we grow in our professional and personal lives as Catholic health professionals. For more information, contact Stephen McCurdy, MD.
(New) An Introductory Survey of the Books of the Old Testament (online via Zoom)
Six Weeks beginning July 16 through August 20, 2024, 7:00pm-8:30pm
Contact: Deacon Fred Totah | 415-614-5504 | totah.fred@sfarch.org
Contact: Deacon Fred Totah | 415-614-5504 | totah.fred@sfarch.org
Register: Click Here
This is a six-week introductory survey of the books of the Old Testament, classified as historical, wisdom and prophetical. With an emphasis in traditional Biblical typology, this study will examine the revelatory stages of salvation history and the importance of fulfilled prophecy. Throughout the course, students will be directed to the canon of traditional iconographic representation of significant events of the Old Covenant. This will provide a unique understanding of both the truths being considered and the importance of visual imagery in the proclamation of the Faith and ongoing catechesis. Register above for the Zoom link.
Upcoming Cathedral Concerts
St. Mary’s Cathedral “Musical Meditations” Live and Livestreamed
- Sunday, July 14, 4:00pm: Christoph Tietze, Organ.
- Sunday, July 21, 4:00pm: David Troiano, Organ.
- Sunday, July 28, 4:00pm: Kai Krakenberg (Germany), Organ.
1100 Gough Street, San Francisco
For more information, contact Mr. Chris Tietze at 415-567-2020, Ext. 213
Livestreamed: St. Mary’s Cathedral YouTube
For more information, contact Mr. Chris Tietze at 415-567-2020, Ext. 213
Livestreamed: St. Mary’s Cathedral YouTube
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES
MASSES
Daily at 8:30 am
Saturday at 4:30 pm
Sunday at 8:00 am, 9:45 am (with Children's Liturgy of the Word) and 11:30 am
Sunday at 8:00 am, 9:45 am (with Children's Liturgy of the Word) 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 Chris at 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
Matt Lucett, Religious Education Coordinator, mlucett@saintmarkbelmont.com
Elsa Agasid, Music Director, eagasid@saintmarkbelmont.com
Elsa Atendido, Office Coordinator, elsa@saintmarkbelmont.com
Dinna Bayangos, Communications Coordinator, dinna@saintmarkbelmont.com
Office Inquiries & Concerns: office@saintmarkbelmont.com
Office Address: 325 Marine View Avenue, Belmont, CA 94002
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
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Our next breakfast is on May 18, 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. You can buy tickets online.
On May 11, Saturday, we invite all May birthday celebrants to celebrate their birthday at the Communal Supper at 6pm at the Parish Center
Winner's Prize for Corn Hole Competition
