October 23 - 29, 2025
HOLY DAY & FEAST DAY
Saints Simon and Jude
October 28
St. Jude: Known as Thaddaeus, was a brother of St. James the Lesser, and a relative of Jesus. He is an author of an epistle (letter) to the Churches of the East, in particular the Jewish converts, directed against heresies.
He is invoked in desperate situations because his New Testament letter stresses that the faithful should persevere in the environment of harsh, difficult circumstances, just as their forefathers had done before them.
St. Simon the Zealot: Little is known about the post-Pentecost life of St. Simon, who had been called a Zealot. He is thought to have preached in Egypt and then to have joined St. Jude in Persia.
Source: CNA
PARISH ANNOUNCEMENT
November 2 is All Souls' Day
Starting on November 2, we will be offering daily masses during the month of November in commemoration of our faithful departed.
Please email dinna@saintmarkbelmont.com for deceased members of your families and loved ones to be added to the names of those we will be praying for.
If you have submitted the names last year, there is no need to re-submit the names.
Appeal for More Eucharistic Ministers
The Extraordinary Ministry of the Eucharist was formed to assist the celebrant, other priests, and deacons with the distribution of Holy Communion during weekday and Sunday masses. Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist also assist in bringing the Eucharist to those confined to their homes and nursing/group homes in the area.
We need more Eucharistic Ministers to serve at our Sunday masses. If you are able to help, please contact Chris Milestone at camilestone33@gmail.com
Advisory: There will be NO Communal Supper on October 25 & November 1 and 8.
Pilgrimage 2026
MINISTRY UPDATE
Ladies Guild Fall Faire
October 26
FallFAIRE is here! Join us this Sunday, October 26, 2025, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm in the Parish Center! Shop at selected 16 vendors, fun vintage table, delicious home made bake sale, beverage bar with mimosas, specialty coffee or a glass of wine. Enjoy a mini massage, snack or delicious meal. There's something for everyone!
Raffle prizes include amazing high end wine baskets and gift certificates to the following restaurants: Fernando’s, Iron Gate, Mistrals, Amici’s, Towne, Doppio Zero, Grill House and Chez Fr. Angel.
Raffle tickets will continue to be sold at the FallFaire. We will draw the lucky raffle prize winners at around 1:00 pm. Winners need not be present.
This is our major fundraiser and supports our outreach efforts. Your participation is much appreciated!
COR Announcement
There is no Cor gathering on Sunday,October 26. Visit the Ladies Guild FallFAIRE and bid on a basket today.
Cor will resume after the 11:30 am Mass on November 2. All of us men can build our faith formation, pray, and fraternize together with God. Please come, you’ll be glad you gave Cor a try!
Want to learn more? Contact Tom Miller 650-771-2872 or tommiller@sonic.net.
All Saints Family Party
November 8
On Saturday, November 8, all are invited to the All Saints Family Party at the Saint Mark Parish Center.
Doors open at 6:00 pm. Prepare for an evening of great food, family fun & games and music. Dress up as your favorite Saint, we will have a costume contest for Kids and Adults.
Purchase tickets at all Masses from a Knight. Tickets are at $40 for adults and $15 for youth. Children 7 and Under are Free!
Sponsored by the St. Mark Knights of Columbus
COMMUNITY HAPPENING
October Celebrants at Communal Supper
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-term 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, October 25
4:30 pm
- GAUDENCIO AURELLANO (RIP)
- ANDY KLASE (RIP)
- HOWARD STOVALL (BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE)
Sunday, October 26
8:00 am
- ST. MARK PARISHIONERS LIVING & DECEASED
- ANDREW LIM HUANG (RIP)
9:45 am
- VICKIE VIERRA & RON VIERRA (MEMORIAL MASS)
- GERALDINE LEE O'DONNELL (RIP)
11:30 am
- SUSAN DONNA P. RAMIREZ (BIRTHDAY)
- LINDA KUTTLER (RIP)
- GARY KRIPPENDORF (RIP)
Monday, October 27
8:30 am
- REGINA GARCIA (SPECIAL INTENTION)
- MERCEDES SILVA (BIRTHDAY THANKSGIVING)
Tuesday, October 28
8:30 am
- JUAN LAJOM, JR. (DEATH ANNIVERSARY)
- OLINDA MENESES (RIP)
Wednesday, October 29
8:30 am
- MANUEL CARILLO (WEDDING ANNIVERSARY)
- MANUEL & IRENE VIERRA (MEMORIAL MASS)
Thursday, October 30
8:30 am
- JOHN GABRIEL TATLONGHARI (SPECIAL INTENTION)
- OLINDA MENESES (RIP)
Friday, October 31
8:30 am
- RICHARD HADIDJENAR (DEATH ANNIVERSARY)
- FR. ANGEL QUITALIG (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 : Tanya Daniels, Patrick Quispe, Kathy Wieder, 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, 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
Memorial Mass at Holy Cross Cemetery
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.
St. Mary’s Cathedral Sunday Afternoon “Musical Meditations” Live and Livestreamed
For more information, contact Mr. Chris Tietze at 415-567-2020, Ext. 213
Enjoy the longest continuously running organ concert series in San Francisco, and other instrumental and vocal recitals as well on Sundays at 4:00p. These 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.
Upcoming LIVE and Livestreamed
- Sunday, October 26, 4:00p: Gigout Festival: Alexander Ffinch, Organ.
- Sunday, November 2, 4:00p: Palestrina Missa pro defunctis, sung by the St. Mary’s Cathedral Choir to commemorate Palestrina’s 500th birthday.
- Sunday, November 9, 4:00p: David Hatt, 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, 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.
