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 |
Message from Bishop Michael Warfel about COVID:
I have not issued updated guidelines for a response to Covid. I think people have simply become more accustomed to the reality of its existence. It is good to remind parishioners at church functions to follow reasonable behaviors to prevent disease such as regular hand washing, staying at home if there are symptoms, getting tested, etc. I STRONGLY urge people to get vaccinated though, as the CDF points out, this is to be voluntary. Face coverings are certainly yet encouraged. Pastors already have received guidance in the previous year and need to make decisions for their parish based on their local situation. It is good to follow guidance of the local county health department. Pastors should review practices in their respective parish.
Liturgically, Communion under the Precious Blood is yet not to be offered.
Liturgically, Communion under the Precious Blood is yet not to be offered.
Blessing of Candles
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The Feast of the Presentation of the Lord, or Candlemas, is the final 'peak' in the liturgical cycle stretching from Advent and through Christmas and Epiphany. It is nicknamed "Candlemas" because of its association with lights and candles.
Please bring your candles to Mass the weekend of January 29-30 when they will be blessed at the end of Mass. Blessed candles remind us of our vocations to be a light in the world according to our baptismal character. These candles, which are sacramentals, can be used by the faithful in their homes on special occasions, during a sick call, visits by the priest, and when there are storms or times of trial. |
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'.
For more information, visit this video by Fr. James Martin, SJ |
Prayer Chain Corner:
If you have a prayer request, you may send your request to Prayer Chain Coordinator Sherry Helsen at bshelsen@gmail.com or call Leonida Gondeiro at 406-277-4452.
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament:
Held the first Friday of each month at St. Mark's from 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome. To sign up or change your current time, call Jennifer Dollenger at 406-836-2192.
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.
Mass Intentions for January 22 - 28, 2022
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Sat
Sat Sun Sun Mon Tue Fri |
8:30 a.m.
1:00 p.m. 8:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. |
Belt
Raynesford Belt Centerville Belt Belt Belt |
Mary Hill
+Thelma Anderson Members of St. Joseph Lodge #69 +Merle and Maude Carpenter Mary Hill Special Intention +Marcy Stinson |
By Lois Hill
By Stuart and Kyla Anderson family By Ron and Rae Carpenter By Lois Hill By George and Carolyn Wood By George and Carolyn Wood |
Mass Intentions for January 29 - 30, 2022
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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 |
+Ruthy Surface +Chun Ye Bok, Pak Maria, Chun Sun Yul +Chris Pejko |
By Stuart and Kyla Anderson Family By Dale and Soon Smith By Anderson, Good and Brower families |
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.
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.
Prayer for Our Nation (U.S.A.)
God our father, Giver of life, we entrust the United State of America to Your loving care.
You are the rock on which this nation was founded. You alone are the true source of our cherished rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.
Reclaim this land for Your glory and dwell among Your people.
Send Your Spirit to touch the hearts of our nation's leaders. Open their minds to the great worth of human life and the responsibilities that accompany human freedom. Remind Your people that true happiness is rooted in seeking and doing Your work.
Through the intercession of Mary Immaculate, Patroness of our land, grant us the courage to reject the "culture of death". Lead us into a new millennium of life. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
You are the rock on which this nation was founded. You alone are the true source of our cherished rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.
Reclaim this land for Your glory and dwell among Your people.
Send Your Spirit to touch the hearts of our nation's leaders. Open their minds to the great worth of human life and the responsibilities that accompany human freedom. Remind Your people that true happiness is rooted in seeking and doing Your work.
Through the intercession of Mary Immaculate, Patroness of our land, grant us the courage to reject the "culture of death". Lead us into a new millennium of life. We ask this through Christ our Lord. 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.