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
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1:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m. 8:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. |
Raynesford
Belt Belt Centerville |
He guides me in right paths
for his name's sake.
Even though I walk in the dark valley
I fear no evil; for you are at my side
With your rod and your staff
that give me courage.
The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want.
for his name's sake.
Even though I walk in the dark valley
I fear no evil; for you are at my side
With your rod and your staff
that give me courage.
The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want.
Stations of the Cross
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Shadow Stations of the Cross will be performed by the religious education students on Mar. 24 at 5:30 p.m. at St. Mark's. "Shadow Stations makes the Stations of the Cross come alive for the children".
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At 6:00 p.m., following Stations of the Cross on Fridays at St. Mark's, the Knights of Columbus will be serving either a fish fry or soup and potatoes dinner. Eat in or take out. Everyone is welcome to attend.
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Seder Meal:
Wednesday, Mar. 29 at 6:00 p.m. In cooperation with the Knight of Columbus, the St. Mark's religious education catechists and students will be hosting a Seder meal in remembrance of Jesus' Passover with his disciples. Please RSVP by signing up on the sheet available in the foyer.
Catechesis on the Four Main Constitutions of the Church:
It has been over fifty years since the completion of the Second Vatican Council and yet many faithful Catholics are unaware of what the Council actually taught. Bishop Michael Warfel is presenting a catechesis on the four main Constitutions enacted by the Council on the first four Tuesdays of Lent. Each session will be held at St. Ann's Cathedral beginning at 6:00 p.m. and will conclude by 7:30 p.m.
- March 7: Dogmatic Constitution on the Church
- March 14: Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation
- March 21: Constitution of the Church in the Modern World
40 Days For Life:
- Opening ceremony: Sunday, Feb. 26.
- Mid-way ceremony: Sunday, Mar. 12 at 2:00 p.m. at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Prayers and guest speakers at the Memorial of the Unborn and the chapel.
- Closing ceremony: Sunday, Apr. 2 in front of Planned Parenthood at 211 9th Street South. Join us at the end of our prayer/fasting vigil to celebrate saving lives in Great Falls and around the world.
For more information, call Jennifer Wade at 559-246-4723.
Diocesan Annual Appeal - "We Are An Offering"
Thank you to all who have responded so generously to the Annual Catholic Appeal. The success of this campaign depends on the faithful, steadfast, and devoted members of our eastern Montana faith family. If you have not yet made your commitment, please prayerfully consider a gift.
Bible study continues at Holy Trinity on Sundays from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Classes will resume in the spring at St. Mark's.
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
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 March 18 - March 24, 2023
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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 |
Jeff and Patty
+Josephine Almanza +Marge Zuhoski Winslow family +LuAnn Hill +Ed Nevala +Ed Nevala |
By Lois Hill
By Lita Howes By Susan Tuman By Marie Winslow By Lois Hill By Terry Johnson By Jerry Johnson |
Mass Intentions for March 25 - March 26, 2023
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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 |
Mary and Jeanne
+Gary Rafferty Robbie McGalliard +Alan Francetich |
By Lois Hill
By Russ and Marcia Bowman By the Kleffner family By Barb Francetich & family |
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.