July 2 - 8, 2026
Happy 250th Anniversary, USA!!!
A prayer on the Occasion of the U.S. Bishops Consecrating
the United States of America to the Sacred Heart of Jesus:
O Most Sacred Heart of Jesus: You know the longings of our hearts, and you desire that we enjoy friendship with you.
O Most Sacred Heart of Jesus: You know the longings of our hearts, and you desire that we enjoy friendship with you.
From your pierced side, you have poured out the wellspring of life,
for which we thirst. Your heart burns with a love for all people to return to a right relationship with you. We celebrate the abundant
gifts you have given this nation, founded on the self-evident
truths that our Creator has endowed all people with the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
We make reparation for the offenses against you and against human dignity that have taken place in this nation. May our hearts be united to yours, so that our families and communities enjoy peace
and happiness; may broken relationships be reconciled,
injustices repaired, and the wounds of our land be healed.
May your holy Catholic Church serve as a sign, pointing all people to your infinite love. O Desire of Nations and Center
of History, we ask you to bless these United States of America. Who live and reign with God the Father in the unity of the
Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen.
HOLY DAY & FEAST DAY
Saint Thomas, Apostle
July 3Saint Thomas made what is certainly the most explicit statement of faith in the New Testament:
“My Lord and My God!” and, in so expressing his faith, gave Christians a prayer that will be said till the end of time.
Source: franciscanmedia
Our Lady of Refuge
July 5"While it is commonly known that St. Junípero Serra was instrumental in bringing the Catholic faith to California, most are unaware that Our Lady, Refuge of Sinners is actually the patroness of California."
- Father Vincent Woo and Jacek Nowick, 2025
Learn more: sfarch.org
Saint Maria Goretti
July 6"Saint Maria Goretti was a girl whom God’s Spirit endowed with the courage to stay faithful to her Christian vocation even to the point of making the supreme sacrifice of her life. Her tender age, her lack of education and the poverty of the environment in which she lived did not prevent grace from working its miracles in her. Indeed, it was precisely in these conditions that God’s special love for the lowly appeared." - Pope John Paul II
Source: nationalshrine.org
PARISH ANNOUNCEMENT
July 3, First Friday Mass at 8:30 am followed by Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
July 4, First Saturday Mass at 8:30 am followed by Devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary
Confessions will be held from 10:00 - 11:00 am on the 3rd and 4th of July.
Starting on July 6, we will have the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament at the chapel on weekdays at 8:00 am, and we will be praying the Liturgy of the Hours. Please download IBREVIARY on your phone for the prayers. (If you need assistance, please go to the parish office.) The Mass begins at 8:30 am, as scheduled.
Catechism on the Liturgy of the Hours:
The Liturgy of the Hours is intended to become the prayer of the whole People of God. Rooted in Scripture, it sanctifies the hours of the day with prayer, readings, and hymns. The prayers vary according to the date, time of prayer, liturgical season, and saint of the day.
The Liturgy of the Hours, which is like an extension of the Eucharistic celebration, does not exclude but rather in a complementary way calls forth the various devotions of the People of God, especially adoration and worship of the Blessed Sacrament. (CCC 1178)
The Liturgy of the Hours provides a way for us to pray without ceasing (see 1 Thessalonians 5:17) and offers a rhythm for the spiritual life. Clergy and religious often pray it together, and the laity are encouraged to join in as they are able, whether individually, with family, or in parish groups.
Source: AscensionPress, Catechism of the Catholic Church
Appeal for Altar Servers & Eucharistic Ministers
We need youth and adult Altar Servers to serve at our Sunday masses. If you are able to help, please reach out to : Fr. Angel or Deacon Rich at richdizon@gmail.com or Flora Lee-Chan at f_leechan@comcast.net. We will provide training for altar servers.
We also need more Eucharistic Ministers to serve especially in the 8:00 am and 11:30 am Sunday masses. If you are interested, please contact Chris MIlestone at camilestone33@gmail.com. A training for new Eucharistic Ministers will be held on July 11, 2026, 9:00 - 11:00 am in the Church.
Saint Mark Speaker Series: Medicare & Services for Seniors
July 19On Saturday, July 19, from 1:00 - 3:00 pm at the Parish Center, meet and learn from our special guest Jackson Stodgel, a Benefit Specialist who will share his expertise on Medicare and Services for Seniors in the County.
Sign up in church if you are attending.
Also, save the date on August 2 for a session on Proposition 13 & 19 and Long Term Care Insurance.
MINISTRY UPDATE
Faith Formation Program Registration is Ongoing!
St. Mark's Faith Formation has opened Registration for the Faith Formation Program for 2026-2027. Registration Forms can be found on our Parish Website saintmarkbelmont.com or in the Front of the Church for physical application. All registration will be physical forms.
To register your child: please complete the Registration Form and Faith Formation Handbook in their entirety, and submit both documents and Tuition to the parish office. Written Checks should be written out to St. Mark's Faith Formation Program or you can make an online payment.
Registration for the Faith Formation Program will stay open from June 14, 2026 to September 20, 2026.
Contact Jacob Tolentino [Director of Religious Education] via email for any questions or needed information at email: jacob@saintmarkbelmont.com
Knights Table
This weekend, Sunday, July 5th, join us as we celebrate our Nation’s 250th birthday with our Free Annual Pancake Breakfast in the Parish Hall after the 8:00 and 9:45 am Sunday Masses. Donations are gladly accepted with the net proceeds supporting people with intellectual disabilities.
Also, please mark your calendars to join us on Sunday August 9th after the morning Masses for a lifesaving blood drive. Information and details on the Blood Drive and on the Annual Casino Excursion (“ACE”) will be shared soon.
COR: Recap & Next Meeting
Cor Men's Group thanks everyone who came out to Michael Craig’s house on Monday, June 29th! We enjoyed some incredible barbecue, great drinks, and even better fraternity. We also spent some time diving into Psalm 27, staying true to Cor’s focus on prayer and faith formation.
Please note: We are taking a short break the first week of July because the Knights of Columbus are meeting on July 6. We will gather again on Monday, July 13 at 7:00 pm in the Parish Center. All Saint Mark men are invited—hope to see you there!
Couples for Christ San Mateo : Christian Life Program Starts August 1 through September 19
COMMUNITY EVENT
Sacristans Meeting
We thank our Sacristans for their ministry. Few people know them because they work behind the scenes, purifying the vessels used at mass and doing other tasks in our church before and after the masses.
In the photo during their meeting with Fr. Angel are: Barbara, Connie, Celia, Elsa, Luisa, Rita, Patrick, Josie and Rose.
Catechists' Year-end Gathering
We thank our catechists for their dedicated ministry: Bob, Mary, Tina, Tess, Ezekiel, Janet, Matt and Deacon Rich.
The Singing Priests of Tagbilaran
We give our special thanks to Fr. Linuel Canozares, Fr. Ferdinand Irig, Fr. Irvin Garsuta, Fr. Jonas Lubiano, Fr. Expedito Rubio, Jr. and Fr Christian Florenosos for presiding at our Sunday 4:30 pm mass and for singing for us at the reception in the parish hall. We also thank the FIlipino Ministry for hosting the reception and everyone who supported the benefit event!
June Birthday Celebrants!
Blessings to our June birthday celebrants -Virgie, Kathleen, Ginger & Joe !
GIVE TODAY
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.
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, July 4
8:30 am- JANE NAVA SUMAOANG (RIP)
4:30 pm
- ROBERT VIERRA (RIP)
Sunday, July 5
8:00 am
- CARIDAD CRUE & CESAR CRUZ (RIP)
- ST. MARK PARISHIONERS LIVING & DECEASED
9:45 am
- ARIEL BENET (RIP) (RIP)
- FLORINE MALIWAT DOMINGO (RIP)
- RYAN DE LUNA (RIP)
11:30 am
- MARCELINO TOLENTINO (DEATH ANNIVERSARY)
- EDGARDO SAMANIEGO (RIP)
Monday, July 6
8:30 am
- RAMON DE OCAMPO (RIP)
Tuesday, July 7
8:30 am
- FLORINE MALIWAT DOMINGO (RIP)
Wednesday, July 8
- ALYSSA PALMA (BIRTHDAY)
- FR. EMMANUEL GUTTIERREZ (SPECIAL INTENTION)
Thursday, July 9
8:30 am
- ARIANNA BAYANGOS (SPECIAL INTENTION)
Friday, July 10
8:30 am
- RAMON DE OCAMPO (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 : Maria D'Asaro, Estela Llamas, Charlene White, Gwendlyn Price, Wiliam White, Mercedes Silva, Celia Perez, Blair Robert Williams, Jess Yujeco, Robert Yujeco, George Camerlengo, Helen Kiraly, Teresa Prieto, Arlene G, 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) ‘Sacred Voices’ Tour
Locations, dates, and times belowContact: Dr. Christoph Tietze | 415-567-2020 x213 | orgelchris@yahoo.com
Tickets for Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption: Click Here
Tickets for Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph: Click Here
Tickets for Cathedral of the Annunciation: Click Here
Tickets for Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament: Click Here
Tickets for Grace Cathedral: Click Here
Tickets for Cathedral of Christ the Light: Click Here
Forty singers from the most important musical institutions in Rome and at the Vatican will perform at St. Mary’s Cathedral in a special Aug. 25 concert featuring the music of the popes and saints. The concert showcases the great Roman polyphonic (Greek for “many voices”) tradition of the Sistine Chapel Choir and its most famous composers.
Tickets are on sale now for performances at Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption, San Francisco (Aug. 25, 7:00p); Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph, San Jose (Aug. 24, 7:00p); Cathedral of the Annunciation, Stockton (Aug. 26, 6:30p); Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, Sacramento (Aug. 28, 7:30p); Grace Cathedral, San Francisco (Aug. 27, 8:00p); and Cathedral of Christ the Light, Oakland (Aug. 29, 3:00p). See links above to purchase tickets through Eventbrite. See more details in the document attached below. There will also be a limited edition of the concert CD on sale at each event.
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, July 5, 4:00p: Maxim Dzul, Organ. Works by Buxtehude, Mendelssohn, Bach, Bridge, and Boellmann.
- Sunday, July 12, 4:00p: Stefan Donner (Vienna), Organ. Works by Bach, Fuchs, Schmidt, and Buck.
- Sunday, July 19, 4:00p: Celeste Stella Trio: Hhyunji Park, Piano; Jiwon Evelyn Kwark, Violin; and August Lee, Cello.
- Sunday, July 26, 4:00p: Matthieu Basile, Organ.
(New) Free Summer Workshop: Youth Paint & Sip and more…
Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026 – 10:00a to 3:00pSaint Mark Parish – 325 Marine View Avenue, Belmont
Contact: Rita Liu | 650-307-8296 | filipinoministryadsf.yya@gmail.com
Registration: Click Here
The Filipino Ministry of the Archdiocese of San Francisco is sponsoring a FREE
summer workshop: "YOUTH PAINT & SIP and more..." for youth interested in learning about the Filipino cultural traditions in a fun and interactive way! Participants will engage and explore their identity as a Filipino Catholic through food and creative expression. No painting skills/experience required.
Workshop Overview:
- Open to all Youth within the archdiocese, ages 12 to 17 (on first come, first served basis)
- Parental consent & waiver required to attend (to be emailed after registration)
- Painting supplies provided
- Lunch and snacks provided
- Register above by July 24 to ensure there are enough supplies for all participants.
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 in the church
AT THE CHAPEL
Rosary after the 8:30 am Mass
Devotion to the Sacred Heart every First Friday after the Mass and Rosary
Devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary every First Saturday after the MassAdoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Perpetual Help Devotion, Wednesdays after the morning Rosary
AT THE GROTTO
(outdoor activity may move to Chapel due to weather conditions)
Rosary at 6:30 pm, Monday to Friday
OTHERS
Confessions : every First Friday and First Saturday from 10:00 to 11:00 am and
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.
