January 1 - 7, 2026
May more Blessings come your way in 2026!!!
HOLY DAY & FEAST DAY
Solemnity of Mary
January 1
Holy Day masses at 8:30 am & 7:00 pm.
Having just celebrated the Nativity, the Church concludes the octave of Christmas by honoring Mary under her greatest title, the Mother of God. Upon the fact of her divine Motherhood depend all her dignities and prerogatives.
The Catechism of the Catholic Church (paragraph 509) teaches, “Mary is truly ‘Mother of God’ since she is the mother of the eternal Son of God made man, who is God himself.”
Source: EWTN
Most Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral in Raleigh, North Carolina. | Credit: Jason Schronce/Shutterstock
The Most Holy Name of Jesus
January 3
Every 3rd of January, the Church celebrates the Most Holy Name of Jesus. In the words of St. Bernadine of Siena: “This is that most holy name longed for by the patriarchs, anxiously awaited, called upon amid cries of suffering, invoked with sighs, implored with tears, given when the fullness of grace arrives.”
Source: EWTN
The Epiphany of the Lord
January 4
The word “epiphany” comes from the Greek epiphainen, a verb that means "to shine upon," "to manifest," or “to make known.” Thus, the feast of the Epiphany celebrates the many ways that Christ has made Himself known to the world, mainly the three events that manifested the mission and divinity of Christ: the visit of the Magi, the baptism of Jesus, and the miracle at Cana.
Source: CNA
PARISH ANNOUNCEMENT
On January 2, we shall hold our first First Friday Mass at 8:30 am, followed by Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Adoration.
On January 3, we shall hold our first First Saturday Mass at 8:30 am followed by Devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary and Adoration.
December Celebrants at Communal Supper
On December 27, we celebrated the birthdays of our parishioners Noel De Ocampo, Susie Yulo and Tom Cheung, together with Fr. Angel and many parishioners.
Join us for Communal Supper at the Saint Mark Parish Center every Saturday following the 4:30 pm Mass. It's a great moment of fun, food and fellowship!
MINISTRY UPDATE
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Walk for Life West Coast 2026
Join fellow Catholics and Pro‐Lifers from all over California and beyond as we stand up for the littlest among us at the 22nd Annual Walk for Life West Coast in San Francisco on January 24, 2026. There will be Mass at 9:30 am celebrated by Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone at St. Mary’s Cathedral. The rally begins at 12:30 pm in San Francisco’s Civic Center Plaza, and the Walk, down the city’s Market Street, begins at 1:30 pm. For more information visit www.walkforlifewc.com or call 415‐658‐1793.
Go with other Saint Mark parisioners! You can sign up in Church if you are planning to ride the Saint Mark chartered bus.
Let's hear it from our parish volunteers as they provide more information and insights about Walk for Life. To watch the video, click WFL 2026
LG Sweats, Sweatshirts & Coats Drive
In January, Ladies Guild will be collecting gently used SWEATS, SWEATSHIRTS and
COATS for those in need served by Catholic Worker House, Redwood City.
COATS for those in need served by Catholic Worker House, Redwood City.
If you are replacing or cleaning out closets please save any clean sweats that are still
wearable. Our collection of gently used clean sweatshirts, sweatpants and coats for men, women and children will take place the weekends of January 10-11 and January 17-18, 2026. Items may be left in the bins in the workroom located to the right of the altar.
Update from Cor
The Apostle’s Creed
- This Creed probably was not written by the apostles. The words we say today seem to have been finalized around the year 500.
- There are twelve beliefs we share in the creed. Lore says these came from the twelve apostles.
- Like the Nicene Creed, we profess our beliefs in God the father, son, and holy spirit.
- We believe in the holy catholic church and the communion of saints, this communion includes all of us from the past, present, and future.
- Jesus descended into hell and rose again on the third day. This is a little different from the Nicene Creed. In hell, Jesus freed all the dead who were waiting for the resurrection and He sent their souls toward heaven.
We will talk about the Apostle’s Creed at Cor. All of us should understand the creed we believe in and profess at Baptism and every time we pray the rosary. Men of Saint Mark, come join us in Cor. We enjoy each other’s company and develop our Catholic faith at the same time in every meeting. Text Tom Miller at 650.771.2872 or email tommiller@sonic.net.
GIVE TODAY
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, January 3
8:30 am
- IZAYAH EVANS (BIRTHDAY THANKSGIVING)
4:30 pm
- JANET LEYTE-VIDAL (SPECIAL INTENTIONS)
- IVAN BULJAN (THANKSGIVING)
- KAREN & JIM SPILLANE (RIP)
Sunday, January 4
8:00 am
- ST. MARK PARISHIONERS LIVING & DECEASED
- DIOSDADO BANATAO (RIP)
9:45 am
- CAMILLE TORRES (RIP)
- ST. MARK VOLUNTEERS & DONORS
11:30 am
- VICKIE & RON VIERRA (RIP)
- ST. MARK CHOIR (SPECIAL INTENTIONS)
Monday, January 5
8:30 am
- BILL & SHU-HUI (25TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY)
- BAYANGOS-GAYLA-GOKIM FAMILY LIVING & DECEASED
Tuesday, January 6
8:30 am
- IDA & GEORGE MICHELETTI (RIP)
- FR. DOMINIC LEE (SPECIAL INTENTIONS)
Wednesday, January 7
8:30 pm
- IRENE & MANUEL VIERRA (RIP)
Thursday, January 8
8:30 am (Holy Day)
- JEFEL GONONG (RIP)
Friday, January 9
8:30 am
- CATHERINE LIM (THANKSGIVING)
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 : Aurora Lopez, Tanya Daniels, Patrick Quispe, Kathy Wieder, Helen Konoshkonik, Marie Murray, 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, Jim Rooney, and Teresita White.
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.
