August 7 - 13, 2025
HOLY DAY & FEAST DAY
Saint Dominic
August 8
St. Dominic Guzman helped the cause of orthodoxy in the medieval Church by founding the Order of Preachers, also known as Dominicans.
“This great saint reminds us that in the heart of the Church a missionary fire must always burn,” Pope Benedict XVI said in a February 2010 General Audience talk on the life of St. Dominic. In his life, the Pope said, “the search for God's glory and the salvation of souls” went “hand in hand.”
Source: CNA
Saint Clare of Assisi
August 11
She founded the Poor Clares. Her rule for the order was revolutionary: absolute poverty. Under Clare’s guidance, the sisters wore no shoes, ate no meat, and used no possessions that could distance them from the poor they vowed to emulate.
Clare's reputation for holiness was such that the Pope himself came to her deathbed in 1253 to give her absolution, and wanted to canonize her immediately on her death, but was advised by his cardinals to wait. She was canonized in 1255, two years after her death.
Source: DynamicCatholic
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PARISH ANNOUNCEMENT
Religious Education Update
We would like to thank Matt Lucett who has fulfilled the role of Religious Education Coordinator in the past school year. Matt will continue to be a Catechist, a ministry which he has served for many years at Saint Mark. We are grateful for his ministry.
We are pleased to introduce Jacob Tolentino, who is joining Saint Mark as Director of Religious Education (DRE), concurrent with his role as DRE of Saint Bartholomew.
Jacob may be reached at jacob@saintmarkbelmont.com.
Welcome, Jacob!
"Hi everyone! My name is Jacob Tolentino and I'm excited to be your new Director of Religious Ed at St. Mark. Growing up in the faith has led me to dedicate my life to serving the Church & the people I encounter.
I graduated from Santa Clara University with a Master's in Pastoral Ministry, and am ecstatic to journey with you and your family. I have a passion in Youth and Music Ministry, so expect my guitar to come along with me as we journey together. I can't wait to meet everyone in the community."
Evening with Blessed Virgin Mary
August 23
On August 23 (Saturday) at 6:30 pm,
we are holding an "Evening with the Blessed Virgin Mary" at the Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto in celebration of the
we are holding an "Evening with the Blessed Virgin Mary" at the Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto in celebration of the
Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
All are invited.
Photo: EWTN
Birthdays at Communal Supper
Join us during Communal Supper on August 23 to dine in fellowship with co-parishioners and celebrate with our August birthday celebrants!
Update: Diamond Anniversary Gala
September 12, Friday
Invitations are being sent for the Saint Mark Diamond Anniversary Gala! Please watch your email.
RSVPs will be required as space is limited. RSVP returns requested by August 15, 2025.
Come experience Pasquale Esposito and his band perform Italian and other music in a fun filled night of good food, good company and good entertainment. Catering provided by Black Tie Affair.
Of course 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. If you know a local business owner, consider asking them to sponsor the event, or let us know and we can contact them. Please contact Jen Dizon jkhrdod@gmail.com for sponsorship package opportunities. For donations, please indicate 60th Anniversary in the memo or reason field. We look forward to seeing you there!
MINISTRY UPDATE
Saint Mark Speaker Series Continues
August 23
Thank you to Steve Morehouse for sharing his time and expertise with our youth!
Mark your calendar for our next speaker, Jamie Cabrera, who will talk about Medicare on August 23. Jamie is the Vice President and Co-Founder of Heritage Financial North. She has been in the financial industry since 2004. For more than a decade Jamie has assisted clients when it comes to navigating the complex world of several government benefits. As a Medicare Specialist and broker, she offers independent and unbiased guidance through educational workshops and one on one counseling at no cost. Jamie is certified with all of the insurance carriers for Medicare Supplement, Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug plans for the state of California.
Cor is coming soon!
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.
Interested? Want to learn more? Contact Tom Miller 650-771-2872 or tommiller@sonic.net.
Starting on September 6, 2025, the Couples for Christ choir will be singing at a few of our anticipated Sunday masses at Saint Mark church on Saturdays at 4:30 pm.
Know More About the Couples for Christ
Couples for Christ (CFC), formally the Couples for Christ Global Mission Foundation, Inc., is a Catholic organization intended for the renewal and strengthening of Christian family life.
It started with just 16 couples in 1981 as part of a Prayer Group called “Ligaya ng Panginoon” (LNP or “Joy of the Lord”) in the Philippines, separated from LNP in 1993 and grew to a worldwide movement. CFC is highly evangelistic driven by its global vision of “Families in the Holy Spirit Renewing the Face of the Earth” and sustained by its core values of “Pro-God, Pro-Family, Pro-Life and Pro-Poor.” Family Ministries were added through the years to answer the spiritual needs of every family member. Today, CFC is in more than 100 countries.
It started with just 16 couples in 1981 as part of a Prayer Group called “Ligaya ng Panginoon” (LNP or “Joy of the Lord”) in the Philippines, separated from LNP in 1993 and grew to a worldwide movement. CFC is highly evangelistic driven by its global vision of “Families in the Holy Spirit Renewing the Face of the Earth” and sustained by its core values of “Pro-God, Pro-Family, Pro-Life and Pro-Poor.” Family Ministries were added through the years to answer the spiritual needs of every family member. Today, CFC is in more than 100 countries.
In March 11, 2000, CFC was granted Vatican recognition as an International Association of the Faithful of the Pontifical Right, through the Pontifical Council for the Laity. In April 25, 2005, on the feast of St. Mark, the Vatican confirmed CFC’s recognition and issued the definitive approval of its International Statutes. Likewise, CFC has been recognized by the Archdiocese of San Francisco on March 11, 2015.
For more information, visit our website: couplesforchristusa.org
For more information, visit our website: couplesforchristusa.org
Starting on September 6, 2025, the Couples for Christ choir will be singing at a few of our Saturday 430pm masses at Saint Mark. Stay tuned.
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, August 2
8:30 am
• FRANCISCA ANTONIO (RIP)
• LITA MENDOZA (BIRTHDAY)
4:30 pm
• ROSARIO DEIPARINE SEDERIOSA (RIP)
• WILLIAM & JAMIE DE WITT (WEDDING ANNIVERSARY)
Sunday, August 3
8:00 am
- ST. MARK PARISHIONERS LIVING & DECEASED
- SALVADOR SEDERIOSA (RIP)
9:45 am
- WENILIA EDA (HEALING)
- MILAGROS VINZON GORUBAO (RIP)
11:30 am
- MARIANO & FRANCISCA ANTONIO (RIP)
- JOSEPH RAMIREZ (BIRTHDAY)
Monday, August 4
8:30 am
- ISABELITA CLEMENTE (RIP)
- VIBENCIA YAP (RIP)
Tuesday, August 5
8:30 am
- WINTER FAMILY LIVING & DECEASED (BLESSINGS)
- MARTELIANA ALBORES (RIP)
Wednesday, August 6
8:30 am
- ALL FAMILIES ASSISTED BY ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
- CHRISTOPHER & PAMELA STOVALL
(WEDDING ANNIVERSARY)
Thursday, August 7
8:30 am
- SHARLENE ONGOCO (BIRTHDAY)
- ERNESTO SANCHEZ (BIRTHDAY MEMORIAL)
Friday, August 8
8:30 am
- ARLENE ENRIQUEZ (RIP)
- ANDY KLASE (HEALING)
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 : Connie Feight. Bob and Georgia Vierra, 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, Olinda Meneses, Flor Carlos, Paulo Valencia-Chavez, Elizabeth Chavez, Manuel Valencia-Chavez, Ernie Echague, 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
New – Adventures in Marriage
Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025 – 8:30am - 4:30p
St. Mark Parish – 325 Marine View Avenue, Belmont
Contact: Ed Hopfner | 415-614-5547 | hopfnere@sfarch.org
St. Mark Parish – 325 Marine View Avenue, Belmont
Contact: Ed Hopfner | 415-614-5547 | hopfnere@sfarch.org
To Register: Click Here
For Video/Promo: Click Here
Every important vocation requires ongoing education and formation. How about the most important of all - Marriage? Join the Archdiocese Marriage and Life Office for the nationally recognized, award-winning Relationship skills Workshop for couples, helping make “average” marriages good and good marriages great! Contact Ed Hopfner for details. Register above and watch the short video/promo. Registration fee includes all materials, two lunches, and childcare if needed.
St. Vincent de Paul Society of San Francisco: 32ndAnnual Brennan Award Dinner
Thursday, Sept. 18, 6:00p – 9:00p
Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption – 1111 Gough Street, San Francisco
Contact: Erica Hernandez | 415-757-6552 | ehernandez@svdp-sf.org
Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption – 1111 Gough Street, San Francisco
Contact: Erica Hernandez | 415-757-6552 | ehernandez@svdp-sf.org
Tickets/Sponsorship: Click Here
St. Vincent de Paul Society of San Francisco is pleased to invite parishes to this event.For more than three decades, the Brennan Award has been presented to individuals or organizations whose humanitarian work has made a powerful impact on those in need in San Francisco. This year we are proud to recognize Sheila Doyle Kiernan and The Alice Phelan Sullivan Corporation with the Brennan Award, and Capital Group with the Corporate Service Award for their extraordinary commitment to service and social justice.
We hope you will join us for an inspiring evening that benefits those whom we serve, the homeless and survivors of domestic violence. All proceeds will be used to provide food, shelter, housing, clothing, and supportive services to the thousands of men, women, and children we help through our programs. The event begins at 6:00p with a hosted cocktail hour. Our dinner and program will follow at 7:00p. Tickets are $350 per person. Tickets and sponsorships are available for purchase above. For more information, please email or call Erica Hernandez.
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, 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
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