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 |
ADVENT
The time of hope and anticipation
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God of Love,
Your son, Jesus, is your greatest gift to us. He is a sign of your love. Help us walk in that love during the weeks of Advent, As we wait and prepare for his coming. We pray in the name of Jesus, our Savior. - Author Unknown
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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.
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 November 27 - December 3, 2021
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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 |
Fr. Rod
+Betty Voytoski +Michael Ferda +Chris Pejko +John and Shirley / Diane Marn +Bob Coleman +Vi Coleman |
By Lois Hill
By Tim and Susan Marn By Tom and Susan Tuman By Anderson, Good and Brower families By Tim and Susan Marn By Becky Murray By Becky Murray |
Mass Intentions December 4 - December 5, 2021
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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 |
Patty and Jeff
+Vince and June Werner +Irene, Greg Enderson +Melvin and Naomi Whitaker |
By Lois Hill
By George and Carolyn Wood By Tim and Susan Marn By Ron and Rae Carpenter |
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
Click on the image for readings
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.