Mission Statement
We the Communities of Christ: St. Mark Parish, St. Mary Parish and Holy Trinity Parish, collectively commit our communities to the establishment of God's kingdom in our midst where peace, justice and love reign.
Mass Schedule
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Saturday
Saturday Sunday Sunday |
1:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m. 8:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. |
Raynesford
Belt Belt Centerville |
Christ is risen! He is truly risen! Alleluia!
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As we celebrate this Easter season, may we renew our faith and allow the risen Lord to roll away the stones that keep us trapped in fear, discouragement, resentment, or hopelessness. May Christ lift our hearts and remind us that we are a people of resurrection, a people of hope, and a people called to live in the light.
With prayers and Easter blessings to you and your family, Rev. Fr. Rodrigo |
Lord Jesus Christ,
as you ascended into heaven,
You promised to remain with us always.
Lift our hearts above the worries of this world,
and help us to live with hope and faith.
Give us courage to follow Your call,
and strength to be Your witnesses each day.
Bless our graduates and all who begin new journeys,
and guide them with Your wisdom and peace.
May we never forget that You are with us,
until the end of the age.
AMEN.
as you ascended into heaven,
You promised to remain with us always.
Lift our hearts above the worries of this world,
and help us to live with hope and faith.
Give us courage to follow Your call,
and strength to be Your witnesses each day.
Bless our graduates and all who begin new journeys,
and guide them with Your wisdom and peace.
May we never forget that You are with us,
until the end of the age.
AMEN.
SEASON of HOPE
A Future of Faith
A Future of Faith
We are now approaching the final weeks of the Annual Catholic Appeal. With grateful hearts, we thank all parishioners who have already responded. Your generosity is helping the Diocese of Great Falls-Billings continue the work of the Gospel throughout Eastern Montana.
Your gifts support the formation of future priests, Catholic education, faith formation programs, assistance for parishes in need, and essential ministries of charity and outreach.
Click here to donate.
Your gifts support the formation of future priests, Catholic education, faith formation programs, assistance for parishes in need, and essential ministries of charity and outreach.
- St. Mark's: Goal, $16,500; Pledged to date, $12,225
- St. Mary's: Goal, $1,900; Pledged to date, $1,000
- Holy Trinity: Goal, $6,000; Pledged to date, $3,050
Click here to donate.
Spread the word! The Catholic Foundation of Eastern Montana is now accepting grant applications for 2026. Catholic churches, schools, organizations, and ministries in our diocese can apply to receive a grant for up to $10,000, which is DOUBLE the grant size prior to 2025.
Visit https://www.catholicfoundationmt.org/grants-program/ to learn more and apply. The application deadline is Friday, June 19, 2026.
Visit https://www.catholicfoundationmt.org/grants-program/ to learn more and apply. The application deadline is Friday, June 19, 2026.
Job Openings at St. Patrick Academy High School:
Current open teaching and staff positions at St. Patrick's Academy High School:
Music teacher, Art teacher, Religion teacher, School Academic Counselor, Administrative Assistant.
For more information, call Brian Held at 406-216-3344 or [email protected]
Music teacher, Art teacher, Religion teacher, School Academic Counselor, Administrative Assistant.
For more information, call Brian Held at 406-216-3344 or [email protected]
Lectio Divina
If you love truth, be a lover of silence. Silence, like the sunlight, will illuminate you in God.
St. Issac - 7th Century Hermit Monk
St. Issac - 7th Century Hermit Monk
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Christian meditation is a form of prayer that entails the use of concentration, focusing on specific thoughts primarily using the holy scriptures that reflect on the revelations of God. It is a mid-level stage of spiritual exercise, which begins with vocal prayer and transitions to the higher level of contemplation. Traditionally, Lectio Divina has four separate steps: read; meditate; pray; contemplate. First a passage of scripture is read, then its meaning is reflected upon. This is followed by prayer and contemplation on the Word of God. Meditation is a movement from vocal prayer to SILENCE, which hopefully ends in 'divine union' as St. Teresa of Avila described 'contemplation'.
Visit here for a beginner's guide to Lectio Divina |
Prayer Chain Corner:
If you have a prayer request, you may send your request to Prayer Chain Coordinator Sherry Helsen at [email protected] or call Leonida Gondeiro at 406-277-4452.
Do not lose your inner peace for anything whatsoever, not even if your whole world seems upset. If you find that you have wandered away from the shelter of God, lead your heart back to Him quietly and simply.
St. Francis de Sales
St. Francis de Sales
We are in need of Mass intentions. Your $10.00 suggested donation contributes to your own parish, and is a good way to honor the memory of those whom we love. Intentions can also be for a special intention; help with a personal problem; the salvation of souls; to receive a special grace; to overcome a particular sin; or for a particular apostolate or ministry, etc.
Mass Intentions for May 9 - May 15, 2026
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Sat
Sat Sun Sun Mon Tue Fri |
1:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m. 8:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. |
Raynesford
Belt Belt Centerville Belt Belt Belt |
Molly Minnehan Ketchum
+Marcy Stinson +Gary Guynn +Buddy Bratcher Shelda Olge +Bob and Micki Brodock +Ruth Surface |
By Dan and Jackie Rice
By Becky Murray By Sandra Guynn By Streifel/Bratcher families By Larry and Mary Brodock By Larry and Mary Brodock By Russ and Marcia Bowman |
Mass Intentions for May 16 - May 17, 2026
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Sat
Sat Sun Sun |
1:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m. 8:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. |
Raynesford
Belt Belt Centerville |
Vicki Johnson
Aimee Wood All religious +Joseph Rusak |
By Lois Hill
By the Ed Wood family By Mike and Deb Ezop By Richard and Elaine Waters |
Prayer for the Protection of the Unborn
Heavenly Father, we come before you with humble hearts, seeking your guidance and strenth. We pray for the protection of the unborn and for wisdom for those in positions of authority. Grant us the courage to stand firm in our convictions and to be voices for the voiceless. May we always uphold the sanctity of life and strive to build a society that values and respects every human being.
Bless our families and bless our land, that we may have the joy of welcoming and nurturing the life of which You are the source and the Eternal Father.
Our Father... Hail Mary... Glory Be...
Bless our families and bless our land, that we may have the joy of welcoming and nurturing the life of which You are the source and the Eternal Father.
Our Father... Hail Mary... Glory Be...
Prayer to St. Michael the Archangel
Our diocese is asking us to pray the prayer to St. Michael the Archangel after all Masses.
St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the Devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly hosts, by the power of God, thrust into hell Satan, and all the evil spirits, who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.
Daily Readings
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This link provides very good tools for studying the bible. Of the various translations listed, the Catholic Church approves the NAS translation, New American Standard.