May 15 - 21, 2025
Prayer for Pope Leo XIV
Lord, source of eternal life and truth, give to your shepherd a spirit of courage and right judgment, a spirit of knowledge and love. By governing with fidelity those entrusted to his care, may he, as successor to the Apostle Peter and Vicar of Christ, build your Church into a sacrament of unity, love and peace for all the world. Amen.
Let us pray for the pope. May the Lord preserve him, give him a long life, make him blessed upon the earth, and not hand him over to the power of his enemies. May your hand be upon your holy servant. And upon your son, whom you have anointed. Amen.
Source: CNA • Photo: Vatican News
PARISH ANNOUNCEMENTS
- Please be informed that there will be NO Communal Supper on May 17, Saturday.
- Environment Ministry Appeal - We are seeking donations of Potted Plants to be placed in the Saint Mark garden. If you would like them returned to you, please put your name at the bottom of the pot. Kindly place them in the workroom in the church. Thank you.
MINISTRY UPDATES
Excell Network Breakfast
May 17
Saint Mark Catholic Church hosts monthly breakfasts to support the restorative justice scholarship program of the SF Archdiocese, which assists students on probation and parole as they continue their education.
The next Excell Network Breakfast is on May 17, 2025 from 8:00 - 9:30 am at the Parish Center. You may buy your tickets online.
Speaker Series on Wellness
May 24, 10:00 am at the Parish Center
Get ready for an Interactive Lecture on Wellness with Dr. Cathleen Morehouse, a licensed chiropractor and primary care physician who has practiced in the San Francisco Bay Area for the past 38 years. Dr. Cathleen is one of our parishioners at Saint Mark!
The lecture will cover topics such as nutritional tips, improving eating habits, stretching, fitting cardio-vascular exercise into your life, 'your home is your gym' and optimizing your health through chiropractic care.
Both youth and adults are welcome! Attendees should wear comfortable clothes, bring a water bottle, and feel free to ask questions, and participate in a few fun exercises.
Sign up to reserve your space!
Dr. Cathleen Morehouse
Speaker Series on Wellness
May 24, Saturday, 10:00 am at Parish Center
Ordination of Rev. Mr. Emmanuel Gutierrez
Ordination Mass (no need to RSVP)
June 7, Saturday at 10:00 am, Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption, San Francisco
First Mass of Thanksgiving (please RSVP below or in Church)
June 8, Sunday at 3:00 pm, Saint Mark Church, followed by Reception at the Parish Center
First Mass of Thanksgiving & Reception
June 8, 3:00pm at Saint Mark Church
COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS
Evening with Blessed Virgin Mary
Thanks to Deacon Rich for leading the prayers and to our Grotto Commitee members - Josie Hemp (Chair), Angel Mora and Bill Mallet for organizing the event.
May Birthday Celebrants at Communal Supper
May birthday celebrants - Jason, Josie J, Josie H, Ophie and Barbara.
Jubilee & Marian Pilgrimage 2025
We welcome Fr. Angel, Fr Dominic and our pilgrims back home! Special thanks to Fr. Angel and Fr. Dominic for leading our pilgrims as spiritual chaplains and to our pilgrims for supporting this fund raising activity for our Parish and the Filipino Ministry.
Here are some of their travel notes and photos! Many thanks to Wilma Valdemoro for taking photos and sharing these with us.
I start my journey April 21, the first time I joined a pilgrimage. It's one of my bucket list to see Europe and I'm glad that I joined this pilgrimage. During this pilgrimage I experienced meeting different people and understanding the meaning of the Lord, Mama Mary, other saints. I saw the famous St. Peter Square & Holy door. It’s amazing. We visited the tomb of Pope Francis. It is unfortunate that we didn’t see him alive. We are blessed to see all the important places ... Fátima & Lady of Lourdes. May 5 we head back to USA ... we are all safe and high in spirits! - Wilma
This was my first pilgrimage and I thoroughly enjoyed it! However I went down with a heavy cold & cough the moment I arrived! Luckily it did not happen when we were on tour! The places we visited & the Cathedrals we toured were a dream come true for me! Yes, the shedule was ardouos but we were able to accomplish everything we set out to do! Thank you Lord! - Angelita
A blessed filled pilgrimage in building on our faith in God and seeing the beautiful places where miracles happened. We enjoyed the fellowship with parishioners and priests. A great big thanks to the organizers. - Tom & Jackie
I learned so much, experienced so much, and enjoyed the Pilgrimage in Europe. It was very humbling and moving. I would not have been able to plan this alone and also participate in the processions held in Fatima, Lourdes, and the Vatican. It was so nice to meet other pilgrims in our group and getting to know other parishioners from St. Mark. My sister and I also spent quality time together.
The picture of me with Fr. Dominic is in front of an 800 year old baptismal font in Rome. - Renzi
The picture of me with Fr. Dominic is in front of an 800 year old baptismal font in Rome. - Renzi
GIVE TODAY
Engraved Bricks Fundraiser
We are pleased to announce that our new Saint Mark Garden, designed for prayer and contemplation, is now complete and ready for you to visit.
Be one of the first to leave your mark at this serene space. Order your engraved bricks today. Every brick helps in supporting Saint Mark's long-tern capital needs.
Thank you for your generosity!
Archdiocesan Annual Appeal 2025
The AAA is a community undertaking and our Parish goal this year is $57,397. We are asking for all parishioners to participate. All donations, no matter the amount, are needed and much appreciated. Thank you your support.
OBITUARY
Rev. Anthony E. McGuire
Reverend Anthony E. McGuire passed away peacefully at the age of 85 years.
Fr. Tony has been presiding at our Friday masses at Saint Mark. He will be greatly missed.
Fr. McGuire was ordained to the priesthood by Archbishop Joseph T. McGucken in San Francisco almost 60 years ago on July 5, 1965. He served in the Archdiocese from 1965 until his retirement in 2015. He served in several parishes in the San Francisco, San Mateo & Santa Clara counties. He was also Chaplain for the Spanish speaking community, Secretary of Ethnic & Cultural Affairs, Vicar for Priests, and was involved with the USCCB (formerly NCCB) Ministry.
Let us keep Fr. Tony in our prayers.
Funeral arrangements are pending.
MASS INTENTIONS
Saturday, May 17
4:30pm
- LIZETTE PALMA, BIRTHDAY
- ERNESTO SANCHEZ, DEATH ANNIVERSARY
Sunday, May 18
8:00 am
- MARY BREWER BIRTHDAY MEMORIAL
- ST. MARK PARISHIONER LIVING & DECEASED
9:45 am
- JADI EVANS, BLESSED BIRTHDAY
- CHITA LOPEZ TAYLOR, RIP
11:30 am
- BOB WALLACE, RIP
- DIOSCORO VIRAY, DEATH ANNIVERSARY
- NIEVES ACUNA, BIRTHDAY MEMORIAL
Monday, May 19
8:30 am
- JOSIE JAVIER, THANKSGIVING
- CECILIA LAPUZ, THANKSGIVING
Tuesday, May 20
8:30 am
- LINDA RIVERA, RIP
- ROSA CARRASCO, RIP
Wednesday, May 21
8:30 am
- LINDA RIVERA, RIP
- JIM SPILLANE, MEMORIAL MASS
Thursday, May 22
8:30 am
- LINDA RIVERA, RIP
- MICHAEL GABRIEL TATLONGHARI, RIP
Friday, May 23
8:30 am
- CHUCK MARQUELING SPECIAL INTENTION & THANKSGIVING
- CARINA GARCIA, RIP
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 : Kimberly Belmont Bucknum, Leia Perry, James Hardy, Tinh Chau, Julio Cagigal, Bernard Gross, Gary Krippendorf, Olinda Meneses, Flor Carlos, Paulo Valencia-Chavez, Elizabeth Chavez, Manuel Valencia-Chavez, Ernie Echague, Connie Feight, Felicidad Gayla, Gary Stillian, Jose Ong, John Prouty, Maritza, Benjie Andres, Marlene Belloumini, Vince Lopez, Eddie Court, Anto Roselin, Rex Sebastin, Robert VanHuystee, Gabby Jimenez, Anthony Pimentel, Jonalyn Cañete, Leslie Cruz, Marie D’Asaro, Jason Domingo, Bruno Escalante, Sr., John Parker, Victoria Ramos, Fr. Miles O-Brien Riley, Heidi O’Neil, Jim Rooney, and Teresita White
ARCHDIOCESE NEWS & EVENTS
Kerygma & Karaoke
Friday, May 16, 2025, 7:00p – 10:00p
Saint Matthew Parish – One Notre Dame, San Mateo
Contact: Remee Vargas | 415-614-5595 | youngadults@sfarch.org
Saint Matthew Parish – One Notre Dame, San Mateo
Contact: Remee Vargas | 415-614-5595 | youngadults@sfarch.org
RSVP: Click Here
Join Archdiocesan Young Adults for Kerygma and Karaoke at Saint Matthew Parish in San Mateo. This event is open to individuals 21 and older. Enjoy a fun evening with a free-will offering of $20, which includes food and a signature drink. Please RSVP above or email youngadults@sfarch.org.
St. Mary’s Cathedral Sunday Afternoon “Musical Meditations” Live and Livestreamed
For more information, contact Mr. Chris Tietze at 415-567-2020, Ext. 213
St. Mary’s Cathedral YouTube
St. Mary’s Cathedral YouTube
Enjoy the longest continuously running organ concert series in San Francisco, and other instrumental and vocal recitals as well, Sundays at 4:00p. These Sunday Musical Meditations are open to the public at the Cathedral (1111 Gough Street,
San Francisco) and are being livestreamed on the St. Mary’s Cathedral YouTube channel, above.
San Francisco) and are being livestreamed on the St. Mary’s Cathedral YouTube channel, above.
Upcoming concerts in May:
- Sunday, May 18, 4:00p: Heeguen Song, Violin, with Jin Kyung Lim, Piano.
- Sunday, May 25, 4:00p: Vajra Voices with instrumentalist Shira Kammen, Karen Clark, Director
Welcoming Celebration for the Eucharistic Pilgrimage of the California Missions!
Friday, June 6, 2025, 1:30p – 3:30p
Mission San Rafael – 1104 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael
Contact: Parish Office | 415-454-8141 | kaguilar@saintraphael.com
Mission San Rafael – 1104 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael
Contact: Parish Office | 415-454-8141 | kaguilar@saintraphael.com
Join Mission San Rafael for a special Welcoming Celebration for the Camino de California Eucharistic Pilgrimage!
Schedule of Activities for Friday, June 6:
1:30pm Van carrying the Blessed Sacrament arrives at St. Raphael Church parking lot; People gather at Albert Park
1:30pm Van carrying the Blessed Sacrament arrives at St. Raphael Church parking lot; People gather at Albert Park
1:45pm Van carrying the Blessed Sacrament arrives at Albert Park
2:00pm Archbishop Cordileone leads procession from Albert Park to St. Raphael Church
2:20p Procession arrives at St. Raphael Church
2:30p Benediction with the Archbishop3:00p Archbishop escorts Blessed Sacrament to van
3:00-3:30 p.m. Conclusion / snacks and refreshments served
To learn more about this special pilgrimage, which will travel to all 21 missions: Click Here
2:20p Procession arrives at St. Raphael Church
2:30p Benediction with the Archbishop3:00p Archbishop escorts Blessed Sacrament to van
3:00-3:30 p.m. Conclusion / snacks and refreshments served
To learn more about this special pilgrimage, which will travel to all 21 missions: Click Here
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
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
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
