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May 10, 2026
SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
Gospel Jn 14:15-21
The Promise of the Holy Spirit Jesus reassures His disciples that they will not be left alone:
He will ask the Father to send “another Advocate, to be with you forever” (John 14:16).
This Advocate, the Spirit of Truth, dwells within believers, guiding, comforting,
and empowering them in their faith journey.
The Spirit is a gift that the world cannot perceive,
highlighting the unique spiritual ability available to those who follow Christ.
Through the Spirit, believers experience God’s personal presence, even in times of uncertainty or loss.
ALLELUIA! CHRIST IS RISEN!
ASCENSION OF THE LORD
HOLY DAY OF OBLIGATION
THURSDAY, MAY 14, 2026
“He ascended into heaven and from there he’ll come again to judge the living and the dead.”
“Pray for the Holy Spirit, you will be clothed with power.”
Masses: Wednesday, May 13th at 5:15 PM
(Rosary at 4:45 PM. No Holy Hour this evening)
&
Thursday, May 14th at 8:15 AM
ROSARY DURING MAY
The Rosary will be prayed each weekday at 4:15 PM during May,
led by a different group, except Wednesdays, when it will be at 6:30 PM.
Clothing Drive, Friday, May 8th to Thursday May 14th
CLEAN OUY THOSE CLOSETS AND DRAWERS!!
This event is open to the public.
There is no charge for any clothes---take what you want---
we have women’s, men’s and children clothing available.
St. Mark O’Connell Hall (basement of the church) is open from 7:00 AM-7:00 PM daily.
Please drop off your gently-used, clean clothing from now until May 7th.
No Undergarments, please.
ST. MARK ROSARY SOCIETY ANNUAL YARD SALE
SATURDAY, JULY 4th, 9 AM-1 PM in St. Mark's parking lot.
Be sure to save your ‘treasures’ as you begin your spring cleaning!
As always, we cannot accept computers, TV’s, calculators, clothes or undergarments.
Donations can be dropped of Tuesdays and/or Thursdays beginning May 5th & 7th
through June 30th from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Please bring all items to the back of the Faith Formation building...room 6 (nearest to Fr. Paul’s driveway).
If you need your donations to be picked up, please call Josie DeSio at 814-486-1968
or Art May at 814-486-0787 to arrange date and time for pick up.
2026 Catholic Service Appeal
Click on the link below to see
Bishop Persico's message:
Link to watch the CSA video on YouTube
There is a new on-line giving platform from which to make your regular weekly / monthly donations
to St. Mark Church, or for any "special" donation, such as holydays, etc.
Follow this link to sign in and make your donation - https://onrealm.org/StMarkParish/give/now
If you have any questions, you may call the rectory at 814-486-0569.
Masses at St James - Saturdays at 5:30 pm
NO MASS AT ST JAMES ON JUNE 20, 2026
St. James Church, Driftwood PA
from April to mid-October.
Come and visit this beautiful little church.
Originally established in 1874.