DEDICATION OF THE LATERAN BASILICA

Gospel John 2:13-22 

Jesus symbolically cleanses the temple in this verse, which was a physical place of worship in Jerusalem.
This act carries a deep spiritual meaning, indicating that the true place of 
worship and connection with God is not a physical building, but within ourselves.
Jesus is showing that he is the new temple, the ultimate connection between humanity and God.
Think of your life like a busy office or a bustling home.
Just as Jesus cleansed the temple with urgency and zeal, it’s time to clear out the clutter in your heart.
Strip away distractions and focus on what truly matters to honor and glorify God.
Make your inner space a sanctuary, pure and dedicated.
What steps will you take today to give God the respect and space He deserves in your life? 

 

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          ST. MARK HARVEST DINNER      

SUNDAY NOV. 9th at 3:00PM 

Sign up today to let us know what dish you’re bringing. 

(Sign-up sheets are in the back of the church.) 

Turkey, mashed potatoes & drinks will be provided. 

In the spirit of being grateful and sharing the bounty, please bring a 

person in need or someone who lives alone, or who may not attend church. 

If you haven’t come before, it’s always a great time with great food! 

Invite a friend.

Don’t miss getting together to share the banquet and thanking God for the harvest! 

 

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ST. MARK GIVING CRIB 

Gingerbread Tags will be available near the Altar in our St. Mark Christmas Giving Crib next weekend, Nov. 15-16, 2025. 

Each tag supplies the info & ideas needed for one child. 

Sunday, December 7th, is the deadline for unwrapped gifts 

(with the Gingerbread Tag securely attached) to be returned by the 

Infant of Prague Statue at St Mark Church. 

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~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. 

 

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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.

  

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The last mass for 2025 was October 18th.
Masses resume in Spring of 2026.


St. James Church, Driftwood PA
Saturday evening mass at 5:30 pm
from April to mid-October.

Come and visit this beautiful little church.
Originally established in 1874.