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 |
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Remember to move your clocks ahead one hour before retiring on Saturday, March 7. |
Stations of the Cross
- St. Mary's: 7:00 p.m. Tuesdays
- Holy Trinity: 6:00 p.m. Wednesdays
- St. Mark's: 5:30 p.m. - Fridays - followed by a fish fry or soup dinner
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St. Mark's: Friday, March 6, after 5:30 p.m. Stations of the Cross. Cost is $12.00. Bring your family and friends for an evening of prayer, fellowship, and a great meal! |
Chrisim Mass:
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Bishop Jeff invites you to the Chrism Mass on Tuesday, March 24, at 6:00 pm. St. Patrick Co-Cathedral, 215 N. 31st Street, Billings, or join the livestream on the Diocesan YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/DioceseofGreatFallsBillings |
Red Cross Blood Drive: Holy Trinity Catholic Church
Tuesday, March 24, from 1:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 692 Stockett Road, Sand Coulee
SEASON of HOPE
A Future of Faith
A Future of Faith
The Annual Catholic Appeal provides vital support for diocesan ministries, Catholic formation and education, vocations, parish assistance, and outreach programs.
This year's Appeal seeks to unite all parishes of the Diocese of Great Falls-Billings in prayerful generosity, ensuring that the mission of the Church flourishes across Eastern Montana.
Click here to donate.
This year's Appeal seeks to unite all parishes of the Diocese of Great Falls-Billings in prayerful generosity, ensuring that the mission of the Church flourishes across Eastern Montana.
Click here to donate.
It’s tax season—a perfect time to remember that gifts to the Catholic Foundation of Eastern Montana can benefit the Church forever while providing meaningful tax advantages. Qualifying planned gifts made anytime during the year may offer significant savings, including the generous 40% Montana Endowment Tax Credit. Consider how your gift can strengthen parishes, schools, and ministries while leaving a lasting legacy of faith. Questions? Call 406-315-1765 or visit www.catholicfoundationmt.org.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT NEEDED
The Catholic Foundation of Eastern Montana, located in Great Falls, is seeking a full or part-time Administrative Assistant. Put your God-given talents and your experience to work in a positive Catholic environment, making a difference for the future of our Faith!
See the job description at www.catholicfoundationmt.org or to learn more, please contact Judy Held, President, at [email protected] or (406) 315-1765.
The Catholic Foundation of Eastern Montana, located in Great Falls, is seeking a full or part-time Administrative Assistant. Put your God-given talents and your experience to work in a positive Catholic environment, making a difference for the future of our Faith!
See the job description at www.catholicfoundationmt.org or to learn more, please contact Judy Held, President, at [email protected] or (406) 315-1765.
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 February 28 - March 6, 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 |
+Walt Johnson
All souls in purgatory +Dolores Bohlinger +Buddy Bratcher +Walt Johnson All souls in purgatory |
By Mike and Leonida Gondeiro
By Celeste Hoyer By Andy Babich By the Brennan family By Vicki Johnson By Celeste Hoyer |
Mass Intentions for March 7 - March 8, 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 |
+Keely Drummond Schearer
All souls in purgatory +Ted and Julia Porter +Steve Strickland |
By Vicki Johnson
By Celeste Hoyer By Jim and Annie Porter By Rick Mayernick |
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
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.