July 24 - 30, 2025
HOLY DAY & FEAST DAY
Saint James, Apostle
July 25
James, the brother of John the Evangelist, was the first Apostle to be martyred. He was there with the Lord and his brother, John, and Peter at the Transfiguration and in the Garden of Gethsemane.
He is known as James "the Greater" to distinguish him from the other Apostle by the same name. He is the patron saint of Spain and of pilgrims.
Source: CNA
Sts Joachim and Anne, parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary
July 26
The Roman Catholic Church commemorates the parents of the Virgin Mary, Saints Joachim and Anne. The couple's faith and perseverance brought them through the sorrow of childlessness, to the joy of conceiving and raising the immaculate and sinless woman who would give birth to Christ.
Source: CNA
Sts Martha, Mary and Lazarus
July 29
Pope Francis had included the three saints in the General Roman Calendar "considering the important evangelical witness they offered in welcoming the Lord Jesus into their home, in listening to him attentively, in believing that he is the resurrection and the life."
Source: CNA
PARISH ANNOUNCEMENT
Mark Your Calendar for Saint Mark's
60th Anniversary Gala!
To celebrate Saint Mark's 60th Anniversary milestone, the Parish is hosting a Gala celebration on September 12, Friday and all parishioners are invited. There will be a catered dinner followed by fun & entertainment.
Attendance will be by invitation only. If you would like to attend, please provide your name and email on the sign up sheet at the back of the church or via Flocknote so we can send you an invitation. Space is limited so RSVPs will be required.
If you have signed up on Flocknote already then you are good to go. If you wish to make changes, like add a family member, you can sign up again below.
A celebration of this magnitude would not be possible without your support. We are seeking sponsorships or donations of any dollar value to help with the cost. We have a number of sponsorship packages available, so If you own a business, consider sponsoring the event. Or if you know a local business owner, encourage them to sponsor the event, or refer them to us and we will contact them.
For sponsorship package opportunities, please contact Jen Dizon at email:
jkhrdod@gmail.com For donations, please indicate '60th Anniversary' in the memo or reason field. We look forward to seeing you at the Gala!
Saint Mark 60th Anniversary Dinner
September 12 (Friday)
Career and Education Planning
Don't forget! The Career & Education Planning talk by Steve Morehouse happens this Saturday, July 26,
10:00 am at the Parish Center. See you there!
MINISTRY UPDATE
Ladies Guild Summer Meeting
August 6
Ladies of the Parish! The last of our summer Ladies Guild “drop-in sessions” will be Wednesday, August 6 at 11:30 am in the Parish Center. These summer sessions have been well attended with everyone
enjoying some relaxing time and the opportunity to catch up with friends and share happenings, thoughts and ideas as there is no formal agenda. Bring your lunch and spend an hour and a half with friends, a nice chance to stay connected. We hope to see you there!
enjoying some relaxing time and the opportunity to catch up with friends and share happenings, thoughts and ideas as there is no formal agenda. Bring your lunch and spend an hour and a half with friends, a nice chance to stay connected. We hope to see you there!
Cor is coming soon!
Calling all men of the parish! We will soon start a new weekly program called Cor, developed by the Knights of Columbus. Cor will help Catholic men to live their faith and serve their family, parish, community and country. Men will be formed and sharpened as disciples of Jesus.
The mission of Cor is to refocus Catholic men on Jesus Christ and to form and strengthen them in faith and virtue through a brotherhood committed to prayer, formation, and fraternity.
Stories of Growth & Faith at the Excell Breakfast
On Saturday, July 19, we welcomed about fifty people to the Excell Network breakfast, hosted by the expert chefs of the Knights of Columbus. As at each gathering, the Excell students shared their ongoing journeys of growth and faith.
As student Louie observed, if we journey with faith in God, we will be blessed with abundance.
Student Rudy spoke of learning to recognize God’s imprint on everything, to allow Him to guide us always. In our busy “Martha” days, we may feel burdened, “anxious and worried about many things.” Rudy reminded us that many cannot be so busy because they are not free. Let us rejoice that we are free – and with freedom we have hope – and hope inspires the change in our hearts that brings us to the Lord.
GIVE TODAY
Engraved Bricks Fundraiser
We encourage all parishioners to support our fundraising campaign. We continue to accept orders for the 2 locations - - the new Saint Mark Garden and the Our Lady of Lourdes grotto.
Order your engraved bricks today. Every brick helps in supporting Saint Mark's long-tern capital needs.
Thank you for your generosity!
Online Giving in Church If you would like to give online at the masses, you may scan a QR code printed on our paper bulletin distributed in church. Thank you.
MASS INTENTIONS
Saturday, July 26
4:30 pm
• LEN JAVIER (SPECIAL INTENTION)
• ST. MARK PARISHIONERS LIVING & DECEASED
Sunday, July 27
8:00 am
- RICO RAMIREZ (RIP)
- TINH CHAU (RIP)
9:45 am
- ISAGANI PASCUAL (RIP)
- BERNARD GROSS (BIRTHDAY)
11:30 am
- DAMIEN HEMP (THANKSGIVING)
- GERTRUDES SEDERIOSA LADONGA (RIP)
Monday, July 28
8:30 am
- DOROTEA ASUNCION (DEATH ANNIVERSARY)
Tuesday, July 29
8:30 am
- ARLEEN ENRIQUEZ (RIP)
Wednesday, July 30
8:30 am
- JOE & JULIET BRIDGES (WEDDING ANNIVERSARY)
- CAIRO PASCUAL (BIRTHDAY)
Thursday, July 31
8:30 am
- JACINTO CABANAS (BIRTHDAY)
Friday, August 1
8:30 am
- JOSE ONG (BIRTHDAY)
- DOROTHY CONANAN (RIP)
- CONNIE FEIGHT (BLESSED BIRTHDAY)
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 : Enrique Cruz, Sr., Wenilia Eda, Elizabeth McClelland, Victor Luscap, Maria Lourdes Chin, Cruz Sanders, Gabby Jimenez, Kimberly Belmont Bucknum, Leia Perry, James Hardy, 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, Anthony Pimentel, Jonalyn Cañete, Leslie Cruz, Marie D’Asaro, Jason Domingo, Bruno Escalante, Sr., John Parker, Victoria Ramos, Fr. Miles O-Brien Riley, Jim Rooney, and Teresita White.
ARCHDIOCESE NEWS & EVENTS
St. Matthias Preschool Enrollment Ongoing
Host a Youth Refugee, Contact CCSCC
3-Week Mini Bible Study at IHM, Belmont
Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Belmont, is excited to announce a 3-week mini Bible study this August:
Dates: Thursdays, August 14 - August 28
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Location: Parish Library/Welcome Center
This summer, we’ll be diving into the teachings of Father Mike Schmitz, a
beloved Catholic priest known for his engaging and relatable approach to
faith. Fr. Mike is the host of the #1 podcast “The Bible in a Year” and “The
Catechism in a Year”, and a leading voice on Ascension Presents, where he
shares Catholic perspectives on faith, culture, and everyday life.
All women are welcome - come as you are and grow with us!
To register: Contact Laveille Voss - laveille.voss@comcast.net
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:
- Sunday, July 27, 4:00p: Eric Huenneke, Organ.
- Sunday, August 3, 4:00p: Yooky Kim, Violin.
- Sunday, August 10, 4:00p: Chandler Michael Beck, Horn.
- Sunday, August 17, 4:00p: Wiyan Wang, Piano, and Mario To, Guitar. Program dedicated to Holy Name of Jesus Church centennial.
- Sunday, August 24, 4:00p: Young Artists Showcase: Andrew Colburn (15), Organ.
- Sunday, August 31, 4:00p: Young Artists Showcase: Aidan Yau, Organ.
SCHEDULE OF SERVICES
MASSES
Monday to Friday at 8:30 am
Saturday at 4:30 pm (Sunday Vigil)
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
Devotion to the Sacred Heart every First Friday after the Mass and Rosary
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
Confessions every Saturday from 3:45 to 4:20 pm or by appointment
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
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
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