"The mission of St. Mark Catholic Church is to invite, inspire, educate, and lead people to know and love Jesus Christ; to understand and live their Catholic faith; to proclaim the Good News of the Gospel through love and service to one another.” Masses: Confessions: Sat. 5PM, Sun 7:30AM, 9:30AM, Wed 6-6:30PM 11:30AM & 1:30PM (en español) Sat 3:30-4:30PM Mon-Fri 8:30AM, Tuesday 6PM or by appointment Thurs 6:30PM (en español) 1011 Eastwood Road Wilmington, NC 28403 Tel: (910) 392-0720 Fax: (910) 392-6777 www.stmarkcc.net
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"The mission of St. Mark Catholic Church is to invite, inspire, educate, and lead people to know and love Jesus Christ; to understand and live their Catholic faith; to proclaim
the Good News of the Gospel through love and service to one another.”
Masses: Confessions: Sat. 5PM, Sun 7:30AM, 9:30AM, Wed 6-6:30PM 11:30AM & 1:30PM (en español) Sat 3:30-4:30PM Mon-Fri 8:30AM, Tuesday 6PM or by appointment Thurs 6:30PM (en español)
Online Parish: www.stmarkcc.net School: www.smcsnc.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/stmarkwilm Instagram: @stmarkwilm Diocese: www.dioceseofraleigh.org United States Catholic Conference of Bishops: www.usccb.org USA Catholic News: www.cathnewsusa.com Wilmington Catholic Radio www.wilmingtoncatholicradio.com
Calendar of Events Monday, 1/6 ∗ 9:15 AM—Chapter by Chapter (Room 7) ∗ 6 PM—Cub Scouts Troop 215 (Parish Hall) ∗ 6:30 PM—Adult Scripture Study (Room 7) Tuesday, 1/7 ∗ 6 PM—Bell Practice (Room 5/6) ∗ 6:30 PM—YAM ID916 Disciple Night (Parish Hall) ∗ 7 PM—Reunion de Comite MCC (Evang. Rm A) ∗ 7 PM—Bible Study, Bible & Mary (Evang. Rm B) Wednesday 1/8 ∗ 9 AM— Our Lady’s Rosary Makers (Room 5/6) ∗ 4:15 PM—Elementary Faith Formation (Various) ∗ 5:30 PM—Vespers ∗ 5:45 PM—JYM Dinner & Games (Parish Hall) ∗ 6 PM—RCIA Inquiry (Evang. Room A) ∗ 6:30 PM—Junior Youth Ministry (Parish Hall) ∗ 7 PM—Hispanic Chorale (Room 5/6) ∗ 7 PM - Ancient Order Hibernians (Room 3) ∗ 7 PM—Ladies Ancient Order Hibernians (Evang.B) Thursday 1/9 • 6:30 AM—Men’s Prayer Group (Room 7) • 9:00 AM—Bible Study (Evang. Room B) • 9:30 AM—Women’s Faith Journey (Room 2) • 9:30 AM—Legion of Mary (Room 7) • 11 AM—Women of the Word (Evang. Room B) • 6:30 PM—Boy Scouts Troop 215 (Parish Hall) • 7:00 PM—Choir Rehearsal (Room 5/6) • 7 PM—Columbiettes Board Meeting (Evang. A) • 7 PM—Knights Executive Board Mtg (Room 7) • 7:30 PM—Men’s Outreach Basketball (Gym) Friday 1/10 • 9 AM— Hour Adoration (Chapel) • 9 AM—Catechesis of Good Shepherd (Old Library) Saturday 1/11 • 7:00 AM—Meals on Wheels (Kitchen) • 8:00 AM—Men’s Fellowship (Room 7) • 8:30 AM—Columbiettes Chapter Mtg (Evang. B) • 10 AM—Saturday AM Bible Study (Room 2) • 4:30 PM—Catechesis Good Shepherd (Library) • 6:30 PM—Hispanic Cursillo Meeting (Room 2) Sunday 1/12 • 8:00 AM—Little Lambs • 9:30 AM—Children’s Liturgy of the Word • 12:30 PM—Spanish Sacrament Prep (Room 2) • Senior Youth Ministry (Rooms 5/6, 2 & 3)
A Message from Our Pastor Fr. Gregory Spencer
Parish Rosary Saturdays 4:25pm Sundays 8:55am and 10:55am Join our Medjugorje Pilgrims in promoting the first of Mary’s Five Stone Message: Prayer. All are invited as participants or leaders.
Perpetual Novena Tuesdays after 8:30am Mass Join us for the Perpetual Novena in honor of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal. Bring all of your intentions to Mary. Booklets are provided.
Vespers and Holy Hour Wednesdays 5:30pm Join us for weekly Vespers and Holy Hour. Reconciliation is also available after the exposition of the Holy Eucharist. Contact Angela Daughtry for more information [email protected]
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Fridays 9AM - 9PM Jesus asks us to love him by spending one quiet hour with him in the Blessed Sacrament. Increase his divine life within you and deepen your personal relationship and friendship with Him. ***Registration for 24 Hour Adoration
is Requested. Book by Chapel***
January is dedicated to the Holy Name of Jesus
January Devotion Mary Mother of God
It is through the virginal Motherhood of Mary that the Word was made flesh. In adoring the Son of God
made man in the Child of Bethlehem, we recognize that Mary is the Mother
of God. - Magnificat
January Prayer The Holy Father’s Intentions for the Month—Prayer intention for
evangelization We pray that Christians, followers of
other religions, and all people of goodwill may promote peace and
justice in the world.
Today is the twelfth day of the Christmas-or the Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord. The visit of the Magi occurs directly before the story of the Holy Family's flight into Egypt. Of the actual birth of Jesus, Matthew tells us little more than, “When Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, in the days of King Herod . . . ” The story of the census is found only in Luke's Gospel, but we hear about the visit of the Magi only in Matthew's Gospel. We often confuse these two stories so they end up combined in our minds.
We actually know very little about the Magi. (We don’t even know
how many there were). They come from the East and journey to Bethlehem, following an astrological sign (-a star or alignment of the planets), so we believe them to be astrologers. We assume that there were three Magi based upon the naming of their three gifts. The Gospel does not say how many Magi paid homage to Jesus. In Matthew's Gospel, they represent the Gentiles' search for a savior. Because the Magi represent the entire world, they also represent our search for Jesus.
We have come to consider the gifts they bring as a foreshadowing of
Jesus' role in salvation. We believe the meaning of the gifts to be Christological. Gold is presented as representative of Jesus' kingship. Frankincense is a symbol of his divinity because priests burned the substance in the Temple. Myrrh, which was used to prepare the dead for burial, is offered in anticipation of Jesus' death.
The word Epiphany means “manifestation” or “showing forth.”
Historically several moments in Christ's early life and ministry have been celebrated as “epiphanies,” including his birth in Bethlehem, the visit of the Magi, his baptism by John, and his first miracle at Cana. May we continue celebrating Christmas today. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! and Happy Epiphany!
Ad Maiorem Dei Gloriam, Fr. Greg
News & Announcements New Parishioners
We would like to welcome you to St. Mark. If you are
interested in registering and joining our Parish, please complete a registration form (located outside the Church Office), by emailing [email protected] requesting to join or by stopping into the Church Office (M-F from 9AM-4PM). If you decide to join us, we ask that you will consider giving your time, talent and treasure for the Lord’s work. If you have any questions, please call the Church Office Secretary at (910) 398-6508. Bulletin Submission requests must be emailed to [email protected] by noon on Tuesday, 11 days in advance of the weekend publication. All submissions must have a contact name, phone # and dates requested to be in the bulletin. Articles are limited to 100-150 words & must include the who, what, where, when & why. A summary/result article with facts & figures should be submitted within one week of the event’s completion. Thank you for your cooperation. Baptism requires a minimum of 30 days notice to complete the requirements and to schedule. Please contact the Pastoral Secretary at (910) 398-6509 or [email protected]. Engaged couples must contact the office six months prior to their planned wedding date to enter Pre-Wedding preparation. Please contact the Pastoral Secretary at (910) 398-6509 or [email protected].
Curious about the Catholic Faith? Wondering?
Seeking A Welcome? Saint Mark's process of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) can help you. If you have questions about the Catholic faith, please drop by for Inquiry any Wednesday evening at 6:00pm in Evangelization Room A, or contact Paul Townend (910) 386-6468 or [email protected].
The Bible and the Virgin Mary, Video presentation by Matthew Leonard with contributions by Dr. Scott Hahn.
The Bible and the Virgin Mary, part of the St. Paul Center’s Journey Through Scripture series, unveils the mystery of Our Lady that is woven into the fabric of Sacred Scripture.
Twelve visually stunning lessons convey the beauty of the doctrine and devotions surrounding Mary, bringing them to life in a powerful, new way.
The study is offered Tuesday evenings, 7-8:30, beginning January 7 and ending March 24. The location is Evangelization Room B.
Registration is free and the cost of the self-purchased participant workbook is $25. For more information and to register, contact Wayne Hickerson: 301-471-4482, or email: [email protected]
Remember a special baby
during Advent – Jesus. St. Mark’sRespect
Life Ministry
St. Mark’s Respect Life ministry thanks all who adopted a baby bottle for Advent. If you were unable to return your baby bottle last weekend, we have a basket in the gathering space.
Faith Formation Families:
Just a reminder we do not have class again until January 8th! I hope and pray each of you have a blessed and safe Christmas Season! Love, Ms. Anne
Youth Ministry Families: Junior Youth Ministry will not meet again until January 8th and Senior Youth Ministry will not meet again until January 12th. I wish you all a very Merry and Joyous Christmas! Love, Ms. Melissa
Seniors in Motion (SIM) Membership Drive
St. Mark SIM group will hold its annual membership drive
in the Gathering Space following all Masses this
Weekend.
Senior singles and couples are welcome to join and become active participants in a number of events in the coming year. In addition to our regular First Friday Mass attendance and breakfasts, the next scheduled event is our Annual Newcomer/Valentine Dinner Party on Sunday, Feb.9th. Other events including a spring bus trip, annual picnic and more are currently being planned.
The Knights Korner
The Advent season is such a wonderful time of hope and anticipation. During these weeks prior to Christmas, we tend to get distracted by all the hustle and bustle of the world and forget about the many folks who desperately need a warm touch, a big smile and an outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Many of these folks live in nursing homes and advanced care retirement homes. Many find it difficult to have hope for the future or anticipate the joy of the birth of our Lord. But, once per year, the Knights, under the leadership of Tim Niggel, organize a caroling caravan to six local nursing homes. This year’s event was held on Saturday, December 14 from 2 to 6 pm and had over 40 Knights and Columbiettes on the bus. Some may question the quality of our voices, but none can question the spirit of our singing! It was such a blessing for each of us to see the residents of these homes singing along with us and feeling the spirit of this special season. Even those who were unable to sing could give us a smile and a heartfelt Merry Christmas.
If you have an interest in learning how to become a Knight, please contact Larry Greer at “[email protected]”.
Young Adult Ministry is for young adults in their 20’s or 30’s, married or single, with or without kids who are interested in exploring a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ through fellowship and formation in the Catholic Faith. We host Theology on Tap, a monthly fellowship and lecture series designed to educate and promote discussion on vari-ous topics. Next meeting to be announced in January 2020.
We host a Young Adult Disciples Night the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm in the parish hall. Notice we have changed from Thursdays to Tuesdays. We have dinner, drinks, recorded talk and discussion. Our next Disciples Night is Tuesday, January 7! For more information and/or ways to get involved in community outreach, contact: [email protected] and follow us on Instagram @smccyam
Happy New Year! Upcoming Dates: Junior Youth Ministry (JYM) for anyone in grades 6-8 meets on Wednesdays from 6:30-7:45pm. Jan. 8: JYM 6:30-7:45pm Jan. 15: JYM 6:30-7:45pm Jan. 22: JYM 6:30-7:45pm Jan. 29: JYM 6:30-7:45pm **Each week youth are invited to arrive as early as 5:45pm for dinner. Just bring $5 and rsvp to [email protected] Senior Youth Ministry (SYM) for anyone in grades 9-12 meets on most Sundays from 5-6:30pm. Confirmation preparation is part of Senior Youth Ministry. Jan. 12: SYM 5-6:30pm Jan. 19: SYM 5-6:30pm Jan. 26: SYM 5-6:30pm
Looking Ahead: We will be attending the John 6:35 Eucharistic Retreat in Raleigh on Feb 7-9. Information sheets and registration forms are available outside the office of youth ministry!
Catholic Heart WorkCamp Summer Mission Trip: We have 8 spots available! We are going to Charleston, SC Jun 21-27. Contact Melissa ([email protected]) if interested!
@smccyouth
Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord Matthew 2: 1- 12 A gift for all people In the time of King Herod, after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, “Where is the child who has bene born king of the Jews? For we observed his star at its rising, and have come to pay him homage.”
Living the Word: Perform the traditional “chalking the door” at your home. Use chalk to write the following above the entrance of your home: 20 +C+M+B+20. The letter have two meanings: they are the initials of the Magi’s names – Caspar, Melchior, and Bal-thasar – and they also abbreviate the Latin phrase Christus mansionem benedicat (“May Christ bless the house”). Questions of the Week: Child: what could you do to be like a star and lead someone to know about Jesus? Adult: What insights about your own faith have you gained from learning about other faith traditions?
Fun Facts for Catholic Kids: Do you think a saint would ever have a horse named Geraldine? Well, today’s saint (Jan. 5) – John Neumann – did! When he was young priest, he and Geraldine often rode through the wilderness where the Indians lived!
There were no churches there, so sometimes John had to offer Mass on somebody’s kitchen table! He also wrote catechisms and finally became a bishop and saint! Do you know who YOUR bishop is? Write him a letter today and tell him who YOU are!
Anne Doyle Director of Children’s Faith Formation Phone (910)398-6511 Email: [email protected]
*** Weekly Gifts are behind due to holiday printing requirements for early submission.***
To Set Up or Edit Recurring On Line Giving or to receive a Realm invite, please contact the parish office. We will be happy to help you with the process.
One Time Gifts may be set up on line by going to St. Mark’s website https://www.stmarkcc.net/ and
clicking on “Donate” or going to the link https://onrealm.org/stmarkcc/Give
SPECIAL & SECOND COLLECTIONS
The second collection on January 12, 2020 is for Tuition Assistance.
Budget YTD $783,200 Actual YTD $713,988 Unfavorable ($ 69,212)
Building Fund Budget YTD $ 51,000 Actual YTD $101,609 Favorable $ 50,609
Combined Total Budget YTD $834,200 Actual YTD $815,597 Unfavorable ($18,603)
Pray for our Sick Lord our God, you give us strength and support
Our Camillus Ministers would be happy to visit and bring Communion to those who are unable to attend Mass regularly. If you or someone you know is homebound, or residing in one of our local assisted living or nursing facilities, please be sure to let the parish office know (910) 398-6508. Please do not make requests on behalf of others without their knowledge and permission.
Divine Mercy Prayer Team Support—If you have a loved one who is gravely ill and in danger of death (in hospice, the hospital, at home or in a nursing home) and would like the Divine Mercy Prayer Team to come to their bedside to pray for them, please contact Amanda Gandolf at (704) 574-5678. The Divine Mercy Prayer Team will pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet for your loved one at your request.
The Flowers and are provided by St. Mark Parish.
Sanctuary Candles are provided in Loving Memory of Mary DeSisto
We pray for our deceased. Especially James N. Morris
May all who have died, rest in peace.
Mass Intentions January 6— January 12
Mon 8:30 AM † Deceased Members of the Spano Family Tue 8:30 AM † Deceased Members of the Targia Family 6:00 PM † Mary Moore Wed 8:30 AM † Shannon Capano Thurs 8:30 AM † Geraldine Langhan 6:30 PM Fri 8:30 AM † George Lerose Sat 5:00 PM † Dorothy Hatcher 6:00 PM Sun 7:30 AM Pro Populo 9:30 AM † Christine Wiley 11:30 AM † Marty Croom 1:30 PM
The 6:00 pm Mass on Saturday is celebrated at Christ the King Catholic Church, our Mission Parish in Riegelwood, NC.
Names will remain on the list for one month from the time of request. Please call the office or email [email protected] if you wish to renew.
Daniel Agnelli
Bernice Barnes
Toni Bellingrath
Ed Boso
Scott Buchanon
Bryan Burrows
Teresa Carney
Patricia Carroll
Abby Coderre
Tom Crafton
June DeMonte
Katie Doyle
James (Jim) Fagan
Greg Foppe
Rose Giambalzo
Lynn Gorman
Alicia Greenberg
Peter Harrigan
Florence (Flo) Hough
Gary Hough
KellyAnn Hough Holz
Warren Johnson
Francis Keenan
Cheryl Marek
Tom McGann
Grace McQuillan
Dorothy Montori
Nicole Moore
Jacob Newcomer
William (Bill) Orth
Sheryl Pacelli
Riley Piner
Larry D. Puckett
Carol Ruch
Juan Rueda
Patricia Rykaczewski
Monica Schindler
Bernadette Secondo
Jim Sevrence
Bob Thomas
Annelies Todd
Richard Tuzzolo
Felice Van Eron
Dean Walker
Mary Fran Watson
Joseph Wells
Eileen Wehinger Emerson
Edwin Wehinger
John Weisenreider
Richard Weisenreider
Joseph Wells
Jeffrey Werner
Susan Wiggs
Linda Williams
Santos Wright
Helen & John Zawisza
International Food Festival (IFF) IFF 2020 is scheduled for Saturday April 25, 2020.
We are currently looking for Volunteers. If you are interested in helping with this Great
St. Mark Tradition,Please call Dawn Wood (910-398-6508) or email: [email protected] for information.
Our next planning meeting will be January 14, 2020 in the
