November 15, 2026

33nd SUNDAY in ORDINARY TIME

Gospel of Matthew 25:14-30

To him who has, more will be given. So here is the idea.
A person who does not refuse a gift of the Lord’s receives it and consequently has more.
Then, because he has more, the Lord will offer him another gift.
If he does not refuse that new gift, it will be given—and so he’ll have more.
And then more will be given to him.
And so on and on, till a person blazes in glory for the Lord. 

Unlike the useless servant in the parable, then, we can aim as high as we like,
with true humility, provided we recognize as gift every excellence we have.
Everything is gift, and everything is meant to be given back in service of love for the Lord. 

ST. MARK HARVEST DINNER SUNDAY NOVEMBER 15th at 4:00 P.M.
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!
All are welcome!

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PARISH THANKSGIVING & CHILDREN'S THANKSGIVING MASS

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22nd at 9:00 AM
Faith Formation Children will dress up as Pilgrims & Indians.
There will be a whole parish activity to follow!
Please bring a non-perishable food item for the Food Bank.

Jen Abriatis & Sr. Frances Therese
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Wednesdays
11:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m
Fridays as needed.

Every 2nd Tuesday of each month at 1:00 PM

     New members welcome!      

  Rosary said in church, then a short meeting to follow.

Next meeting,

Tuesday, December 8, at 1:00 PM

HOLY HOUR & ADORATION 

Please come if you’re able!
Can you adjust your schedule to spend a little time in prayer and devotion?
We hope that the summer Adoration has inspired people to grow in their devotion to the Blessed Sacrament.

Also, remember, Confession occurs on Wednesday nights shortly after 6:00 PM as well.

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.