February 1, 2026

4th Sunday of Ordinary Time 

Can the Beatitudes become a way of life for you? 

If one of them becomes important to you, might the others follow? Pope Francis offered us these new Beatitudes. 

How do these “confront the troubles and anxieties of our own time with the spirit of love of Jesus”? 

* Blessed are those who look into the eyes of the abandoned and marginalized, and show them their closeness. 

 * Blessed are those who see God in every person and strive to make others also discover him. 

 * Blessed are those who protect and care for our common home. 

* Blessed are those who renounce their own comfort in order to help others. 

* Blessed are those who pray and work for full communion between Christians. 

All these are messengers of God’s mercy and tenderness, and surely they will receive him their merited reward. 

- Pope Francis 

Nov. 1, 2016 

2026 Catholic Service Appeal



Click on the link below to see
Bishop Persico's message:
Link to watch the CSA video on YouTube

END-OF-YEAR GIVING STATEMENTS

All parishioners are encouraged to print their own end-of-year giving statements.
Parishioners can access their giving history through the Diocese of Erie website using the Ministry Platform portal. 

These self-service statements are secure, easy to use, and help reduce printing and mailing costs for the parish.

To link directly to the diocese portal, use:

www.eriercd.org/portal.html.

If you’ve not already used this portal, it’s easy to sign up and view your information.  As always, if you do not have access to the internet, we will happily print your giving report for you. If you have any questions, please call Kim at the rectory, 814-486-0569.

Contestants Wanted for Cook Off

Get ready for the Chili/Mac-n-Cheese showdown at St. Mark O’Connell Hall on Saturday, Feb. 7th starting at 5:00 PM. 
If you’re a chili or mac-n-cheese maestro, bring your crock pot and join the cook-off fun! 
Arrive by 4:45 PM and don’t forget to call ahead at 814-486-0569 to register.

No need to be a St. Mark parishioner – this event is open to everyone!  Experience the culinary delights and friendly competition.

But that’s not all….stick around for live music featuring “The All Saints Band” aka…Fr. Paul, Chet K. and “Big D”,
who promise a musical journey spanning old and new favorites! 

Don’t miss the chance to win big with a 50/50 or basket raffle. 

Beer, wine, pop and water will be available for a donation. 

Best of all your participation will support local families. 
Come hungry, bring your musical spirit, and let’s make this event a memorable one!

~GRATEFUL STEWARDS~ 

We will be praying how to give of our Time, Talent and Treasure. 

A commitment sheet will be available to place as an offering by the tabernacle for the next year. 

CONFIRMATION for Grade 9 and EDGE SESSIONS for Grades 6-8 
will be held on Sundays from 10:00 AM –11:15 AM 

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FAITH FORMATION for Grades 1-5 on Wednesdays, starting Oct 1st, 3:30-5:00 PM 

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Please return your child’s registration form if you haven’t already done so.
If you have any questions, or need to register a child, please contact: 
Mrs. Jen Abriatis at the Faith Formation office: 814-486-0569 

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.