June 21, 2026

12th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Matthew 10:27-28

The “fear” Jesus refers to is not terror but reverent awe toward God,
who alone can judge and determine the eternal destiny of both body and soul.  
This godly fear encourages obedience, trust, and alignment with God’s will, rather than anxiety over human opposition.
By understanding that God’s authority surpasses all human threats, believers are empowered to live boldly,
proclaim the Gospel, and endure trials without being paralyzed by fear of earthly powers .
This teaching reassures followers that ultimate security and life are found in God, not in avoiding physical danger. 

 

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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. 

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HOLY HOUR & ADORATION 

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

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

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COMMUNITY VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 

JULY 13-17, 2026 ~ 6-8 PM at St. Mark Church 

ALL ARE WELCOME 

The Theme this year is: RAIN FOREST FALLS 

If you’d like to volunteer or make any donations, please call 

Jen Abriatis @ 814-335-4871. 

Watch the bulletin for more sign-up information. 

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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. 

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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. 

              

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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.

  

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Masses at St James - Saturdays at 5:30 pm

St. James Church, Driftwood PA
from April to mid-October.

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