November 13-19, 2025
HOLY DAY & FEAST DAY
Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini
November 13
St. Frances Cabrini was an Italian missionary who spent much of her life working with Italian immigrants in the United States. From a young age, she longed to be a missionary in China, but God had other plans for her. Orphaned in Italy before she was 18, she joined the Sisters of the Sacred Heart and took on the name “Xavier” in honor of St. Francis Xavier, the great missionary to the Orient.
Mother Cabrini, who had a deathly fear of water and drowning, crossed the Atlantic Ocean more than 30 times in service of the Church and the people she was serving. She is the patron of immigrants.
Source: CNA
Saint Albert the Great
November 15
St. Albert the Great is a Doctor of the Church and the patron saint of scientists.
Albert became known as “Great” because of his intellectual abilities; he was a respected philosopher, scientist, theologian and teacher, and was well-versed in Arabic culture. One of his students, who later became a great friend and built upon his Scholastic method, was Thomas Aquinas.
Source: CNA
PARISH ANNOUNCEMENT
2nd Collection on November 15/16: Campaign for Human Development
The Campaign for Human Development is the national anti-poverty program of the U.S. Catholic Bishops, working to break the cycle of poverty by helping low-income people participate in decisions that affect their lives, families, and communities.
There will be a 2nd Collection for the Campaign for Human Development during Sunday masses on November 15 & 16. Thank you for your generosity.
Thanksgiving Mass
Let us give thanks! We will have a Thanksgiving Mass on November 27, Thursday at 10:00 am in church.
If you wish to have your bread, wine, turkey and cranberry sauce to be blessed, you may bring them for the blessing after the Thanksgiving Mass.
Advent is Near, Save the Dates!
Advent Recollection with Reconciliation Service
December 6, Saturday to be led by Dr. Anthony Lilles, STD. He is a professor of Moral Theology and Dogmatics at Saint Patrick Seminary.
Simbang Gabi at Saint Mark
Opening Mass : December 15, Monday, 7:00 pm
3rd Night Mass : December 17, Wednesday, 7:00 pm
9th Night Mass : December 23, Tuesday, 7:00 pm
3rd Night Mass : December 17, Wednesday, 7:00 pm
9th Night Mass : December 23, Tuesday, 7:00 pm
Scroll down to Archdiocese News & Events section to see the full Simbang Gabi mass schedule.
Pilgrimage 2026: Support our Parish Fundraiser
MINISTRY UPDATE
Volunteer for the Youth Christmas Pageant
Preparation is ongoing for the Saint Mark Christmas Pageant on December 24, 2025 during the 4: 30 pm Mass. We need volunteers for the following roles: Joseph, Mary, Angels, Shepherds and Three Kings.
We will require one (1) mandatory practice, date to be announced later. Please contact Jacob Tolentino at email: jacob@saintmarkbelmont.com if your child/children can volunteer for one of the roles.
Final Excell Breakfast in 2025
November 15
Join us for the last Excell Network Breakfast for the year this Saturday, November 15, 8:00-9:30 am at the Saint Mark Parish Center.
Show your support for our brothers and sisters on probation and parole as they continue their education.
Buy your tickets online HERE.
COR Activity this Weekend
November 16
Cor is for every man in Saint Mark parish. Cor is intended to help our spiritual development, provide a time and place for prayer, and allow for fraternity.
You do not need to be a Knight of Columbus join COR.
On Sunday November 16, we’ll meet in the parish center after the 11:30 am Mass. The gathering will be completed by about 2:00 pm. We will focus on Saint Augustine this time.
Augustine was one of our most important Catholic saints and he lived around 400 AD. We will look at his life and talk about some of his writings. Augustine wrote a lot, his words published exceed those in the Bible. He was bishop of Hippo in Africa. He influenced many important people through the ages including Thomas Aquinas and Martin Luther.
Text Tom Miller at 650.771.2872 or email tommiller@sonic.net for more info.
COMMUNITY HAPPENING
All Saints Family Fun!!!
Wilma Valdemoro, dressed as St Clare Lyon, is awarded First Prize in costume contest and wins a free casino trip in 2026.
Thank you to everyone who came and supported our event ... from the Knights of Columbus.
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, November 15
4:30 pm
- ANDREW & XAVIER ATENDIDO (BIRTHDAY)
- EMILIA SANTOS LAJOM (DEATH ANNIVERSARY)
Sunday, November 16
8:00 am
- ST. MARK PARISHIONERS LIVING & DECEASED
- BAYANGOS - AVECILLA FAMILY (RIP)
9:45 am
- GOKIM - GAYLA FAMILY (RIP)
- FELINO REYES (RIP)
11:30 am
- BOB WALLACE (RIP)
- TERESA ECHAGUE (RIP)
Monday, November 17
8:30 am
- MARC STEPHEN GARCIA (SPECIAL INTENTION)
- ROSARIO DEIPARINE SEDERIOSA (RIP)
Tuesday, November 18
8:30 am
- ELPRESES LAPUZ (RIP)
- SALVADOR SEDERIOSA (RIP)
Wednesday, November 19
8:30 am
- ISABELITA CLEMENTE (RIP)
- JOANN ESGUERRA (RIP)
Thursday, November 20
8:30 am
- JAIME CARREON (BIRTHDAY THANKSGIVING)
- PETER CANG, JR. (RIP)
Friday, November 21
8:30 am
- IRMA HERNANDEZ (RIP)
- GERTRUDES SEDERIOSA (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 : Donna Mackay, Aurora Lopez, 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
Simbang Gabi Commissioning Mass
December 12 – 6:00 pm
Our Lady of Mercy Parish – One Elmwood Drive, Daly City
Contact: Estelle Oloresisimo | 415-535-9248 | Estelle.oloresisimo@gmail.com
Our Lady of Mercy Parish – One Elmwood Drive, Daly City
Contact: Estelle Oloresisimo | 415-535-9248 | Estelle.oloresisimo@gmail.com
Simbang Gabi (9-Day Night Masses)
December 15 to 23 at parishes in Central San Mateo; full schedule below.
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, November 16, 4:00p: Collin Miller, Organ.
- Sunday, November 23, 4:00p: Heeguen Song, Violin, and Jin Kyung Lim, Organ. Bach Partitas and Sonatas.
- Sunday, November 30, 4:00p: Lekai Li, Cello.
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.
