February 19 - 25, 2026
HOLY DAY & FEAST DAY
Saint Peter Damian
February 21
Peter Damian was a man of deep prayer and recollection. Precisely because of this, he knew how to distinguish what is essential to attain the perfection of charity.
The saint was well aware that in order to follow Christ it is necessary to form and strengthen the soul, particularly the mind. This is how he himself expresses it beautifully: “May hope raise your joy, may charity kindle your fervor. Thus your mind, well satiated, will be able to forget exterior sufferings and will progress in the possession of the goods it contemplates within itself.”
Source: EWTN
Image: Detail of Cardinal Peter Damian in the maps room of the Vatican Museums | photo by Livioandronico2013 I Franciscan Media
Saint Polycarp
February 23
Irenaeus, who was his pupil and then Bishop of Lyon, and the historian Eusebius of Caesarea, write of him thus: "Polycarp was not only educated by the Apostles and lived with many of those who had seen the Lord, but it was the Apostles who sent him to Asia as Bishop of the Church of Smyrna".
During his long time as Bishop, Polycarp stood out for his zeal in faithfully preserving the doctrine of the Apostles, for spreading the Gospel among the pagans, and for fighting heresies. Irenaeus describes him as a patient and lovable preacher, with great solicitude for widows and slaves. He was burned at the stake, but remained unharmed as the flames never touched him. Finally, he was killed by the sword.
Source: VaticanNews
LENT 2026 CALENDAR
The season of Lent is upon us. To help us prepare for Lent, Saint Mark parish has lined up activities, beginning with Ash Wednesday all the way to Easter Sunday. We encourage all parishioners, young and old alike, to participate and experience the joy of Renewal that this holy season brings. Check out our LENT 2026 calendar below and save the dates.
Important Reminders
Fridays of Lent
Fridays of Lent begins this week on February 20. Our Knights of Columbus will be preparing and serving soup at 6:00 pm in the parish hall and will lead the Stations of the Cross at 7:00 pm in church. Join us in fellowship and prayer!
Day of Recollection
To participate in Recollection on February 28, we request you to sign up in church or on Flocknote so we can get a proper head count for lunch.
Day of Recollection
Day of Recollection with Fr. Emmanuel Gutierrez, February 28, 10:00-4:00pm
PARISH ANNOUNCEMENT
Evening with the Blessed Virgin Mary
On February 21, Saturday, 6:30 pm, let's gather at the Grotto for a special night of devotion through prayer, music and meditation. This is in observance of the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes which was celebrated by the Catholic community on February 11.
Save the date for other Marian events and regular activities organized throughout the year. (See poster for details.)
Birthdays at Communal Supper
Join us for Communal Supper every Saturday at the Parish Center, after the 4:30 pm Mass. Bring a meal to share and dine in fellowship with other parishioners.
On February 21, we will celebrate the February birthday celebrants of Saint Mark parish.
Give to AAA 2026
There are nearly 450,000 Catholics in the Archdiocese of SF, and the Annual Appeal is a unique opportunity to come together as one and provide critical assistance to those who need and depend on us.
Watch the video to learn more about AAA.
DONATION TAX LETTER INFORMATION: The parish office will be releasing 2025 Donor Statements for charitable giving starting end of February, 2026. Thank you for supporting Saint Mark Catholic Church.
MINISTRY UPDATE
Excell Network Breakfast is Back!
Breakfast with us in 2026. The first Excell Network Breakfast at Saint Mark Parish Center happens on February 21, Saturday at 8:00-9:00 am.
Whether you've been here before or this is your first time, you'll be touched by our beloved series of inspirational talks featuring students who are on the SF Archdiocese Restorative Justice Ministry's reentry scholarship program.
This Week's COR Update
We’re continuing our spiritual warfare conversation. We talked about some of the many ways the devil tempts us. He is able to disguise his temptations in ways that seem good and not evil tricking us into some sin. At the same time our guardian angel tries to shield us and the whole choir of angels bands together protecting us from the devil.
On February 23rd, we will get to the conclusion of our video from EWTN moves from Devils and Angels. The prodigal son repents and asks for forgiveness. Spiritual warfare against the devil goes on because the devil will never stop trying to lead us astray. But we have spiritual armor and weapons at our disposal and many tools to help us toward salvation.
We meet most Mondays in the parish center at 7:00. Why not give Cor a try? The men here are just like you and have found prayer, fraternity, and spiritual formation within this group of men.
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.
OBITUARY
Funeral services for Theresa Phung will be held on March 14, 2026, at St. Mark Catholic Church in Belmont, California, at 10:00 am, with a reception in the parish hall to follow.
Friends who are able to attend are encouraged to remember Theresa’s joyful spirit by dressing in bright colors, especially her favorite – pink! In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in her memory to the Society of St Vincent de Paul St Mark Parish Conference.
MASS INTENTIONS
Saturday, February 21
4:30 pm
- ESTELLE CARRUBBA (BIRTHDAY MEMORIAL)
- ERNESTO ENRIQUEZ (RIP)
Sunday, February 22
8:00 am
- ST. MARK PARISHIONERS LIVING & DECEASED
- JEFEL GONONG (RIP)
9:45 am
- ANASTACIO VILLARICO (RIP)
11:30 am
- ROY & CYNTHIA ILUSTRISIMO
(SPECIAL INTENTIONS)
Monday, February 23
8:30 am
- FELICIDAD GAYLA (SPECIAL INTENTIONS)
Tuesday, February 24
8:30 am
- ROGELIO VILLARICO (RIP)
Wednesday, February 25
8:30 pm
- SALVACION VILLARICO (RIP)
Thursday, February 26
8:30 am (Holy Day)
- PATRICIA PALOMINO (BIRTHDAY)
Friday, February 27
8:30 am
- FR. BOB MORAN (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 : Mary Jo Parker, Lourdes Chin, Esther Chavez, 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.
ARCHDIOCESE NEWS & EVENTS
(New) Healing Mass
Feb. 24, 2026 – Tuesday, 5:00p
St. Bartholomew Parish – 600 Columbia Drive, San Mateo (Healy Hall)
Contacts: Maria Shao | 650-347-0701 | maria@barts.org
St. Bartholomew Parish – 600 Columbia Drive, San Mateo (Healy Hall)
Contacts: Maria Shao | 650-347-0701 | maria@barts.org
If you seek healing – whether physical, emotional, mental, or spiritual – join this Healing Mass. Anointing with oil will be offered at this service. Contact Maria Shao for more information.
(New) Catholic Charities Easter Basket Food Drive
Donation Deadline: Mar. 25, 2006
National Shrine of St. Francis of Assisi -610 Vallejo Street, San Francisco
Contact: Darlene Wilson | 415-972-1371 | volunteer@catholiccharitiessf.org
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. 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, March 1, 4:00p: Amelia Romano, Harp.
- Sunday, March 8, 4:00p: Octavio Mujica, Cello.
- Sunday, March 15, 4:00p: Karen Peng, Piano.
- Sunday, March 22, 4:00p: Joerg Abbing, 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
Reserve your space. Sign up on Flocknote or in church!
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.
