September 18-24 , 2025
HOLY DAY & FEAST DAY
Saints Andrew Kim Tae-Gon, Paul Chong Ha-Sang and Companions
September 20
Saints Andrew Kim Taegon and Paul Chong Hasañg, were leaders of the Catholic Church in Korea. Pope John Paul II said this of the Catholic Church in Korea: "The Korean Church is unique because it was founded entirely by laypeople. This fledgling Church, so young and yet so strong in faith, withstood wave after wave of fierce persecution. Thus, in less than a century, it could boast 10,000 martyrs.
The death of these many martyrs became the leaven of the Church and led to today's splendid flowering of the Church in Korea.
Source: CNA
Padre Pio
September 23
On September 23, the Catholic Church remembers the Italian Franciscan priest Saint Pio of Petrelcina, better known as “Padre Pio” and known for his suffering, humility and miracles.
“A worldwide following gathered around him ... because he said Mass humbly, heard confessions from dawn to dusk and was – it is not easy to say it – one who bore the wounds of our Lord,” Pope Paul explained. “He was a man of prayer and suffering.”
Source: CNA
PARISH ANNOUNCEMENT
Second Collection on Sep 20 & 21: Priests Retirement Fund
Our priests have dedicated their lives to serving others. They have been with us and those we love for many of life’s most precious moments, from birth to death, showing us the love and compassion of God.
They have baptized us, taught us, preached the Gospel to us, and led our parish communities. They have heard our sins, blessed us with absolution, and brought us the Eucharistic gift of Christ Himself.
They have witnessed our weddings, comforted us in illness, officiated our funerals, and always been there, in both our times of distress and our moments of celebration.
In their retirement years, these men of God need and deserve our help.
Thank you for your generosity.
Click to watch & learn more.
Eucharistic Adoration
Our Adoration is from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm at the Chapel.
We are looking for adorers to fill up vacant slots. The Sign up sheet is in the chapel.
If you are interested but have not done it before, we will provide training.
Please contact Josie Hemp at jrhemp5@gmail.com
Training by David Lee
Our next Saint Mark Speaker Series is on October 11, Saturday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm at the Saint Mark Parish Center. The training by David Lee will include CPR, First Aid and AED.
Light lunch will be served.
Speaker Series: Training with David Lee
October 11, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
David Lee
MINISTRY UPDATE
We are looking to fill up the 4pm and 5pm slots for Vigil on September 24. Please email Brendan Casey at brendancasey1023@gmail.com if you have any questions or want to sign up.
Vigil Location : Planned Parenthood, 2907 El Camino Real Redwood City, CA
Excell Network Breakfast
This Saturday, September 20, join us for the next breakfast from 8:00-9:30 am at the Saint Mark Parish Center.
Listen & be inspired by our student guest speaker Mr. Michael Mosley.
You can also buy breakfast tickets online. Click HERE
COR
Weekly beginning September 28, 12:30 - 2:00 pm
Cor Begins at Saint Mark
September 28
Cor begins on September 28. We will meet weekly in the parish hall from 12:30 until 2:00 pm.
“Cor has helped me to be a better father, husband and man. The group is so supportive and caring. We have experienced a wonderful connection with God and each other.” - Richard, South Carolina
Discipleship is being a follower of Jesus Christ, learning from Him and sharing His message. Cor is a perfect platform to grow in discipleship.
Want to learn more? Contact Tom Miller 650-771-2872 or tommiller@sonic.net. Sign up sheets are at the back of the church. You may also sign up with just a click here on Flocknote. What are you waiting for?
The CFC choir will be singing at a few of our Saturday 4:30 pm masses at Saint Mark.
Your are Invited: CFC Christian Life Program
COMMUNITY HAPPENING
Saint Mark Diamond Anniversary Gala
What An Unforgettable Evening!
Thank you to all who were able to attend and participate in our 60th Anniverary Gala last September 12. We could not have done it without you!
We are collecting photos for our Media Gallery. Please share and email your photos to dinna@saintmarkbelmont.com
We are pleased to announce our Grand Raffle prize winners:
• Joyce Duque - winner of the 7 destinations choice grand prize
• Heather Chau - winner of the Las Vegas grand prize.
Our sincerest thanks to everyone who donated in cash & kind and to those who purchased raffle tickets to support Saint Mark's fundraiser!
Blessing of SVdP Shed
Fr. Angel blessed the new shed and the Vincentians in attendance last September 11. The shed will be used to store dry goods for our neighbors in need.
We are grateful to Andy Klase for his gift to the Conference.
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.
OBITUARY
Andy Klase III
In photo: Andy Klase in 2024, during a party held in his honor as outgoing President of Saint Mark - SVdP.
We mourn the loss of Andy Klase III, who passed away on September 12.
Andy was active in our parish as a member of the Finance Council and as Liaison for the Second Harvest Food Bank. As president of our SVdP Conference from 2018-2024, Andy collaborated with other ministries at Saint Mark to extend our impact among our neighbors in need. Andy was a staunch supporter of the Archdiocese Restorative Justice programs, especially the Excell Network. He will be remembered for his leadership, kindness, wisdom and compassion.
The funeral mass will be held on September 26, Friday, at 11:00am at Saint Mark Church. The reception will follow at the Parish Center.
Let us keep Andy and his family in our prayers
Andy was active in our parish as a member of the Finance Council and as Liaison for the Second Harvest Food Bank. As president of our SVdP Conference from 2018-2024, Andy collaborated with other ministries at Saint Mark to extend our impact among our neighbors in need. Andy was a staunch supporter of the Archdiocese Restorative Justice programs, especially the Excell Network. He will be remembered for his leadership, kindness, wisdom and compassion.
The funeral mass will be held on September 26, Friday, at 11:00am at Saint Mark Church. The reception will follow at the Parish Center.
Let us keep Andy and his family in our prayers
Update on Funeral Service for Olinda Menezes:
Date: September 27, Saturday
Mass Time: 12:00pm at Saint Mark Church
*Pastries and coffee served in the Parish Center at 11:30 a.m
Mass Time: 12:00pm at Saint Mark Church
*Pastries and coffee served in the Parish Center at 11:30 a.m
MASS INTENTIONS
Saturday, September 20
4:30 pm
- JOE & JULIET BRIDGES (SPECIAL INTENTION)
- ANDY NG (SPECIAL INTENTION)
Sunday, September 21
8:00 am
- ST. MARK PARISHIONERS LIVING & DECEASED
- GARY KRIPPENDORF (RIP)
9:45 am
- DIGNA QUITALIG (BLESSED BIRTHDAY)
- GARY KRIPPENDORF (RIP)
11:30 am
- ATENDIDO & ANTONIO FAMILY LIVING & DECEASED
- GARY KRIPPENDORF (RIP)
Monday, September 22
8:30 am
- ERIBERTO GARCIA (RIP)
- PETITION TO ST. ANTHONY (THANKSGIVING)
Tuesday, September 23
8:30 am
- FRED CARRUBBA (BIRTHDAY)
- CAILEY JEN (HEALING)
Wednesday, September 24
8:30 am
- MERCEDES SILVA (BIRTHDAY)
- LARRY STOPENKOFF (RIP)
Thursday, September 25
8:30 am
- CELIA PASCUAL (THANKSGIVING)
- MARIA DE LA CRUZ (BIRTHDAY BLESSING)
Friday, September 26
8:30 am
- ROSE LIONGSON (RIP)
- CAILEY JEN (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 : Helen Konoshkonik, Marie Murray, Christine Cang, Mary Beth Jones, Connie Feight. Bob and Georgia Vierra, Enrique Cruz, Sr., Wenilia Eda, Elizabeth McClelland, Victor Luscap, Maria Lourdes Chin, Cruz Sanders, Gabby Jimenez, Leia Perry, James Hardy, Bernard Gross, 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, John Parker, Victoria Ramos, Fr. Miles O-Brien Riley, Jim Rooney, and Teresita White.
ARCHDIOCESE NEWS & EVENTS
2025 Holy Spirit Conference
Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025 – 8:00a (Doors Open); 4:00p (Vigil Mass)
Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption (Event Center) – 1111 Gough Street, San Francisco
Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption (Event Center) – 1111 Gough Street, San Francisco
Contact: Danny Garza | 650-270-8065 | cannyg.ccrboard@gmail.com
Online Registration: Click Here
Conference theme is “Fanning the Flame of Hope.” (Romans 15:13). Talks in English, Spanish & Vietnamese. Main Speakers are Peter Herbeck and Jesse Romero. See bios attached and Holy Spirit Conference Flyer.
Register above. Fee of $35 includes lunch. For more information, please contact Danny Garza.
Faith Formation Conference 2025
Friday, Nov. 7 and Saturday, Nov. 8, 11:00a
St. Matthew Parish – One Notre Dame Avenue, San Mateo
Contact: Sr. Celeste Arbuckle | 415-614-5652 | arbucklec@sfarch.org
St. Matthew Parish – One Notre Dame Avenue, San Mateo
Contact: Sr. Celeste Arbuckle | 415-614-5652 | arbucklec@sfarch.org
The Faith Formation team is excited to invite you to participate in our annual Faith Formation Conference: November 7 is for Youth Leaders and November 8 is for everyone. The keynote speaker is Father Agustino Torres, CFR. Our theme is “Hope Does Not Disappoint” “La Esperanza No Desilusiona” Presentations will be in English and Spanish. We invite all in catechetical ministry to attend. Contact Sr. Celeste Arbuckle if you have questions.
Notre Dame High School Shadow Dates
For families with 8th grade daughters, shadow dates are open at Notre Dame High School in Belmont! Shadow dates run from September 16 - November 17. 7th and 8th grade families are invited to Open House on October 19 and Notre Dame Night on November 13. Find out why Notre Dame Belmont was voted the best private high school in the Bay Area for 2024 and 2025!
To register for a shadow visit or other event, click HERE.
To register for a shadow visit or other event, click HERE.
Learn more about Notre Dame at www.ndhsb.org
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, domsaviolee@yahoo.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
Jacob Tolentino, Director of Religious Education, jacob@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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Our Adoration is every Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm at the Chapel.
We are looking for adorers to fill up vacant slots to make sure that Adoration is available throughout the day.
Sign up sheet is in the Chapel. We will provide training.
