August 2, 2026

18th Sunday in Ordinary Time

 Matthew 14:13-21

Faced with a hungry multitude, the disciples express doubt,
noting they have only five loaves and two fish.
Jesus instructs them to bring what they have, blesses it,
and distributes it, resulting in abundance for all.

This miracle highlights that God can multiply even the smallest offerings when placed in His hands,
emphasizing trust in divine provision and the transformative power of faith.

FR. PAUL’S 40TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION 

YOU’RE INVITED!! 

The Anniversary Celebration is Sunday Aug. 30th beginning with a 12:00 PM Mass.
Immediately following mass, there will be a receiving line for the general public in O’Connell Hall then a reception dinner will follow at the Emporium Fire Hall.
If you’d like to join in the celebration at the receiving line or the Fire Hall, please take an RSVP card, found in the back of the church.
Please fill it out, mail it to the address on the pre-addressed envelope, drop it in the collection basket or leave it at the rectory.
 RSPV’s need to be returned by Aug. 1st.

Anyone interested in helping with the preparations, please reach out to Sister Therese @ 814-594-0511, Jen Abriatis 814-335-4871 or the rectory 486-0569.

BAPTISMAL PREPARATION CLASS 

THURS., AUG. 20, 2026     6:30 PM 

Please call the rectory @ 486-0569 if you’re in need of classes for an upcoming baptism. 

HOLY HOUR & ADORATION 

Adoration will take place every Sunday after 9:00 AM with 

Benediction at 11:00 AM. Please join us all summer. 

There is an 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.