October 17 - 23, 2024
HOLY DAY & FEAST DAY
St Luke the Evangelist
October 18
St Luke was the physician and companion of St. Paul whose gospel preserved the most extensive biography of Jesus Christ. Ancient traditions also acknowledge Luke as the founder of Christian iconography, making him a patron of artists as well as doctors and other medical caregivers. Students of biblical history adduce from Luke's writings that he was the only evangelist to incorporate the personal testimony of the Blessed Virgin Mary, whose role in Christ's life emerges most clearly in his gospel.
St John Paul II, Pope
October 22
Karol Józef Wojtyla, known as Pope John Paul II was born in the Polish town of Wadowice, on May 18, 1920.
The Cardinals elected him Pope at the Conclave of 16 October 1978. His pontificate, one of the longest in the history of the Church, lasted nearly 27 years.
His love for young people brought him to establish the World Youth Days. Under his guidance the Church prepared herself for the third millennium and celebrated the Great Jubilee of the year 2000.
The beloved John Paul II passed away on 2 April, 2005, On April 28, the Holy Father Benedict XVI announced that the normal five-year waiting period before beginning the cause of beatification and canonization would be waived for John Paul II. He was beatified in Saint Peter's Square on 1 May 2011 by Pope Benedict XVI, and canonized in 2014 by Pope Francis.
Source: Catholic News Agency
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Parish Reminders
- Please be informed that there will be no Communal Supper on October 19 and 26.
- There will be a Second Collection during October 20 Masses for the benefit of World Mission Sunday. Thank you for your generosity!
Front Redevelopment & Landscape Project Updates
Front redevelopment mobilization works started October 14.
Roses by the Rectory have been cleared and moved in preparation for the work.
November Prayers for the Deceased
For the month of November, we will be praying for our deceased parishioners and family members. We will project their names at the masses as has been our practice for the past few years. We have kept the list submitted to us as of November 2023. If there are new names that you wish to add to our prayer list this November, please inform Elsa Atendido or send an email to dinna@saintmarkbelmont.com.
Be a Pilgrim in 2025!
Join Fr. Angel on a pilgrimage to Europe to see Marian sites and witness the Holy Door Jubilee year.
RESERVE YOUR SPACE TODAY!
There will be an informational briefing by ABM Tours on November 9, Saturday, at the Saint Mark Parish Center from 9am to 12pm. Please sign up below.
Pilgrimage Info Briefing
UPCOMING EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
October Excell Network Breakfast
October 19, Saturday
This is the 2nd to the last breakfast for the year so if you haven't yet, please join us on October 19, Saturday from 8:00-9:30 am at the at the Saint Mark Parish Center. Be inspired by stories of our brothers and sisters returning home from prison. Tickets will be sold after the Masses this coming weekend.
Ladies' Guild Fall Faire
October 20, Sunday
It's finally here!!! Join us after the Sunday masses this weekend for Ladies Guild’s Fall Faire, with lots to see and enjoy!
Begin the day with a Mimosa or Irish Cream Coffee
as you shop a variety of 13 vendors with lovely
handcrafted items. Lunch or dessert from our bake sale will be available to enjoy or take home.
Raffle tickets will also be available. Get a chance to win a prize from our wide assortment of baskets, restaurants and services! The drawing will be held at 1:30 pm. Winners will be notified if not present.
Proceeds support Ladies Guild many Outreach programs throughout the year. Thank you!
All Saints Dinner Dance
October 26, Saturday
On Saturday October 26th, the Knights of Columbus will be hosting the All Saints Dinner Dance at the Parish Center. The Doors open at 6:00 pm and Dinner will be served at 7:00 pm. There will be games, a costume contest and dancing. Tickets will be available for $40 for Adults, $15 for Teens,13-18. Children 12 & under are free.
COMMUNITY NEWS
Emmanuel Gutierrez Ordained a Deacon
Five seminarians including, Emmanuel Gutierrez, were recently ordained as transitional deacons by Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone at St. Patrick’s Seminary.
We celebrate this wonderful blessing with you, Emmanuel! May God always be with you as you serve the church of Saint Mary's Cathedral where you have been assigned.
We will have a reception for Emmanuel at Saint Mark in the future. Stay tuned!
Parishioners Attend Estate Planning Seminar
On October 12, Saturday, 25 participants listened to speaker Leticia Toledo, who shared helpful insights as well as information on relevant California law on estate planning. While Leticia is not accepting new clients until next year, you may reach her at 650-368-4662 for questions.
We give special thanks to our parishioner, Barbara Kuehn, who arranged for our speaker and who was also a resource person during the seminar. Barbara specializes in family law. She may be reached at bjk@bbqnesq.com and telephone number 650-401-2320. Thank you too to Elsa Atendido and Alice Dy for preparing the refreshments. If you have any topics to suggest for future speaker conferences, please send an email to Dinna Bayangos at dinna@saintmarkbelmont.com
We give special thanks to our parishioner, Barbara Kuehn, who arranged for our speaker and who was also a resource person during the seminar. Barbara specializes in family law. She may be reached at bjk@bbqnesq.com and telephone number 650-401-2320. Thank you too to Elsa Atendido and Alice Dy for preparing the refreshments. If you have any topics to suggest for future speaker conferences, please send an email to Dinna Bayangos at dinna@saintmarkbelmont.com
Evening with the Blessed Virgin Mary
It was truly a beautiful and serene evening of music and prayer! Special thanks to our Grotto Committee, Legion of Mary and volunteers who prepared the food, led the prayers and singing.
To see more photos of our community events and gatherings, visit Media Gallery
GIVE TODAY
Engraved Bricks
With every brick you purchase, you are sure to leave a lasting legacy with your words set in stone!
The Tax Deductible Donations are as follows:
• $150 for a 4” x 8” brick
• $ 250 for an 8”x 8” brick
Hand out to your neighbor in need - - a prayer card, a card listing local resources and a $10 McDonald’s gift card.
Saint Mark Social Justice Ministry is selling envelopes after Mass every 2nd weekend of the month. You may also buy envelopes online.
Saint Mark offers fast easy and secure ways to donate online.
To donate directly through Vanco, click below.
MASS INTENTIONS
Saturday, October 19
4:30 pm
- EVA BARR (RIP)
- CECILIA HSU (RIP)
Sunday, October 20
8:00 am
- SAUL RAYO (RIP)
- ST. MARK PARISHIONERS LIVING & DECEASED
9:45 am
- JUAN LAJOM, SR. (DEATH ANNIVERSARY)
- MARK & SANDRA STOVALL (WEDDING ANNIVERSARY)
11:30 am
- JAVIER LAVAL (RIP)
October 21 -25
Monday, 8:30 am
- ANTHONY ECHAGUE (BIRTHDAY)
- CADEN ECHAGUE (BIRTHDAY)
Tuesday, 8:30 am
- JANE LYN BEKOWICH (RIP)
- PAUL SOARES (RIP)
Wednesday, 8:30 am
- CARLOS ANTONIO TAN, JR. (RIP)
- MARY STOVALL (BIRTHDAY)
Thursday, 8:30 am
- SHEELAH MARIE CARREON (THANKSGIVING)
- WINTER FAMILY LIVING & DECEASED (GOD'S BLESSINGS)
Friday, 8:30 am
- GAUDENCIO AURELLANO (RIP)
- JAIME & ANGELICA ROSAL (WEDDING BLESSING)
PRAYERS FOR THE SICK
We pray for all the sick and injured in our parish community, and all those who care for them, especially for : John Prouty, Maritza, Benjie Andres, Marlene Belloumini, Vince Lopez, Eddie Court, Anto Roselin, Rex Sebastin, Robert VanHuystee, Gabby Jimenez, Sarah Pearson, Anthony Pimentel, Fr. Joseph Bradley, Jonalyn Cañete, Leslie Cruz, Marie D’Asaro, Jason Domingo, Bruno Escalante, Sr., Sheri Jansen-Olliges, John Parker, Pilar Perez, Victoria Ramos, Fr. Miles O-Brien Riley, Heidi O’Neil, Jim Rooney, Teresita White & Michael Zalar
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!
Together in Holiness Marriage Conference at St. Pius Parish, Redwood City
Saturday, October 26, 10:45a – 6:00p
1100 Woodside Road, Redwood City
1100 Woodside Road, Redwood City
Contact: Alexandra Landrigan | Email: Click Here or Ed Hopfner | 415-614-5547 | HopfnerE@sfarch.org
Together in Holiness: Click Here
Married and engaged couples are invited to the eighth annual Together in Holiness marriage conference. This one-day conference will help you strengthen your relationship with your spouse and discover God’s plan for your family. Registration: $64/couple and $5/child for on-site childcare. This conference is presented by the Archdiocese of San Francisco and the St. John Paul II Foundation.
Walk with Jesus in 2025
The pilgrimage continues! This past summer, Jesus captured the hearts of more than a quarter million people across the nation as he journeyed through our streets in the first-ever National Eucharistic Pilgrimage. In 2025, we’re continuing this incredible mission—and you’re invited to be a part of it!
Young adults ages 19–29 are invited to apply to be Perpetual Pilgrims on this journey. A small team of eight will be chosen to walk alongside Jesus in the Eucharist from May 16–June 25, 2025, traveling full-time to accompany Christ as he makes his way across the country. Applications are due by November 1, 2024. Click HERE to apply.
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
Source: Catholic News Agency
