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  • Staff
  • Parish Ministries
  • Faith Formation
  • Sacraments
  • Weekly Bulletins
  • Online Giving
  • Parish Registration
  • 2024 Flag Tribute
  • Youth Group
  • Safe Environment
  • Photo Gallery
  • Event Videos
  • History
  • Fallfest
  • Previous Events
  • Miracles of the Eucharist

Winter 2024 Events & Activties

Saturday, December 7th 9am - 2pm

 

Thank you to Marlene Murphy for the great job in coordinating our Christmas Bazaar again this year.  Also to ALL who helped out in advance of the day, on the day of the bazaar and to all those who supported

St. Mark Parish by attending. 

Click Here to See Photos from the Day

Music Ministry

It’s ALMOST the most wonderful time of the year!  We are looking for highschool and adult musicians to sing and play for our Christmas Masses.  Rehearsals will be held on Sunday mornings beginning November 24. 


Also, we would like to have a children's choir sing for the 4 PM Christmas Eve Mass. We welcome all children in Grade 4 and up who

It’s ALMOST the most wonderful time of the year!  We are looking for highschool and adult musicians to sing and play for our Christmas Masses.  Rehearsals will be held on Sunday mornings beginning November 24. 


Also, we would like to have a children's choir sing for the 4 PM Christmas Eve Mass. We welcome all children in Grade 4 and up who like to sing! Rehearsals will be held on Sundays beginning November 24, and will work around the faith formation class schedule. If you or your child are interested in participating, please email our music director, Andrea Theroux, at musicministry@stmarkjtn.org. 


St. Mark Book Club

Selections for November/December are:  


Let Nothing Disturb You 

by Teresa of Avila 


&


The Story of the Fourth Wise Man

by Henry Van Dyke


The discussion will be held on Wedensday, December 11th at 9am in the church hall

Presentation of the Gifts

 The presentation of the gifts symbolizes the community's offering their lives, work, and commitment to God. It also helps the community to take an active role in our Eucharistic celebration. Representatives of the people bring forward the bread and wine that will become the Body and Blood of Christ.


This opportunity is open to all who par

 The presentation of the gifts symbolizes the community's offering their lives, work, and commitment to God. It also helps the community to take an active role in our Eucharistic celebration. Representatives of the people bring forward the bread and wine that will become the Body and Blood of Christ.


This opportunity is open to all who participate in the Mass. There will be a small wooden cross on the offertory table behind the last pew, if you are interested in bringing up the gifts during that Mass, please take it with you to your pew when you arrive and return it to the table when you bring up the bread and wine. 

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

 St. Mark Parish will be having inquiry sessions for:
- anyone interested in deepening their 

            understanding of the Roman Catholic Faith,

- anyone wanting to complete their Initiation into 

the Church by completing the Sacraments of 

Baptism, Confirmation and/or Holy Communion


 St. Mark Parish will be having inquiry sessions for:
- anyone interested in deepening their 

            understanding of the Roman Catholic Faith,

- anyone wanting to complete their Initiation into 

the Church by completing the Sacraments of 

Baptism, Confirmation and/or Holy Communion

Our next meeting will be Tuesday, November 19, 2024


If interested : please contact the Parish Office by phone (401)423-1421 or email secretary@stmarkjtn.org

The Confirmation II class attended the Catholic Youth Rally held at Christ the King in Kingston.  It was a great day filled with fun, prayer and music.


Upcoming Schedule

November 17th - all grades

November 24th - all grades

No Classes Dec 1st or 8th

Dec 15th - all grades, Advent Activty


Learn more about our progra by clicking the link below.  

Faith Formation Page

Begins November 20th

  We will once again offer a Parish wide Thanksgiving Novena.   Just sign up with the link below to receive a daily email from November 20th to the 28th which will include a picture, short bible verse, simple prayer, and song link.   


Then on your own time or with your family, you can pray and reflect on the theme of the day using all piec

  We will once again offer a Parish wide Thanksgiving Novena.   Just sign up with the link below to receive a daily email from November 20th to the 28th which will include a picture, short bible verse, simple prayer, and song link.   


Then on your own time or with your family, you can pray and reflect on the theme of the day using all pieces or just what speaks to you most.  This is a great way to incorporate prayer into your daily routine and prepare for Thanksgiving!  All are welcome to participate.

Click Here to Sign Up

Bible Study

 You are invited to journey with us as we study The Gospel of John, (Chapters 1-10).  The Fourth Gospel is not simply history but emphasizes the endless accumulation of God’s goodness in Jesus.


We will meet for 6 weeks on Tuesday mornings 9:00-10:30 am (October 22-November 26).  The study guide we will be following is by Loyola Press and copies will be available at the meetings.

Installation Mass for Fr. Tom


On Saturday, September 7 at the 4:00pm Mass, Archbishop-Elect Richard Henning  celebrated a Formal Liturgical Installation of Fr. Tom as our Pastor.  Thank you to all who participated and officially welcomed Fr. Tom as the new pastor of St. Mark.  

Click here to see more photos

Fall 2024 Events & activities

Friday, October 4th at 4:30 PM

 “One day, we will see our animals again in the eternity of Christ.  Paradise is open to all of God’s creatures”
                                               - Pope Francis

Blessing of Parish Pets 

~ Feast of St. Francis Assisi ~

Friday - October 4, 2024 - 4:30 pm
Parish Lawn beside the Church

Pets should be on a leash or in a cage. 

October Devotions Tuesdays at 6:30 PM


 Saint Mark Parish will celebrate its annual Marian Devotions on the Tuesdays of October.  The first Tuesday, October 1st  will begin with Adoration at 6:00 pm and Rosary at 6:30 pm.   All other Tuesdays, will begin at 6:30 pm.

October 19th: 9-11 AM

St Mark Outreach Ministry will hold their annual food drive to benefit our friends at Our Lady of the Rosary Parish in the Fox Point neighborhood in Providence.

Their food pantry serves approximately 150 families each month.  They are multi generational families, diverse ethnic groups, working families struggling to put food on the table a

St Mark Outreach Ministry will hold their annual food drive to benefit our friends at Our Lady of the Rosary Parish in the Fox Point neighborhood in Providence.

Their food pantry serves approximately 150 families each month.  They are multi generational families, diverse ethnic groups, working families struggling to put food on the table and a homeless population.

They almost always run out of food before the month is over and must then either close their door or purchase, with limited funds available, from the RI Food Bank.

This will be a one day only event ~ No rain date

Saturday October 19, 2024 from 9:00-11:00

St. Mark Church parking lot

Follow the arrows in the lot, pop your trunk, and student volunteers will unload the items directly into the OLR truck.  

If unable to be here that day, please leave your donations at either of the side entrances of the church weekdays before 12:00 or at any of the weekend  Masses prior to Saturday October 19.

Please be sure to check the expiration dates!  As always, we appreciate your care and concern for those in need at this time.

October 19th & 20th

 We will once again host a Rose Sale on October 19 & 20 after Masses in honor of Respect Life Month.  


Proceeds from the sale will benefit the Mother of Life Pregnancy Center in Providence (motheroflife.org). 


Volunteers are needed on Friday evening to prep the flowers and on the weekend to help set up and sell at each Mass.  If you are int

 We will once again host a Rose Sale on October 19 & 20 after Masses in honor of Respect Life Month.  


Proceeds from the sale will benefit the Mother of Life Pregnancy Center in Providence (motheroflife.org). 


Volunteers are needed on Friday evening to prep the flowers and on the weekend to help set up and sell at each Mass.  If you are interested in helping out, please contact the parish office at 401-423-1421 or secretary@stmarkjtn.org. 

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

 St. Mark Parish will be having inquiry sessions for:
- anyone interested in deepening their 

            understanding of the Roman Catholic Faith,

- anyone wanting to complete their Initiation into 

the Church by completing the Sacraments of 

Baptism, Confirmation and/or Holy Communion


 St. Mark Parish will be having inquiry sessions for:
- anyone interested in deepening their 

            understanding of the Roman Catholic Faith,

- anyone wanting to complete their Initiation into 

the Church by completing the Sacraments of 

Baptism, Confirmation and/or Holy Communion

Our first meeting will be Tuesday, October 22, 2024


If interested : please contact the Parish Office by phone (401)423-1421 or email secretary@stmarkjtn.org

We are off to a great start with program this year!   Registration has closed, however, if you are still interested in joining, please contact Chris (dre@stmarkjtn.org)


Class calendars and room #'s have been emailed to all families, if you haven't recieved one, please let us know.


 

Catholic Youth Rally - Saturday October 26th

“The summit of 

We are off to a great start with program this year!   Registration has closed, however, if you are still interested in joining, please contact Chris (dre@stmarkjtn.org)


Class calendars and room #'s have been emailed to all families, if you haven't recieved one, please let us know.


 

Catholic Youth Rally - Saturday October 26th

“The summit of Christian living is an encounter with the risen Lord; to this summit, we are called to climb.” Saint John Paul II

Christ the King Church in Kingston, RI will be hosting a Catholic Youth Rally. The day will include keynote speakers, activities, music, fellowship and conclude with Mass. St. Mark’s Confirmation II class will be attending and any other parishioners in grades 8-12 are welcome to join us!    If you are interested, please reach out to Chris (dre@stmarkjtn.org) for more information. 


Learn more about our program, by clicking the link below.  

Faith Formation Page

St. Mark Book Club

St. Mark Book Club

St. Mark Book Club

 The book club will read For the Love of Mary by Father Daniel-Maria Klimek, T.O.R. for September/October. 

Summer 2024 Events

Music Ministry

 We would like to have an ensemble of musicians and choir to play and sing for Fr. Ferland's installation Mass on Saturday, September 7 at 4:00 pm.  


If you are interested in participating with your musical talent for this joyous event OR are interested in participating in the music ministry in any capacity moving forward, please click the

 We would like to have an ensemble of musicians and choir to play and sing for Fr. Ferland's installation Mass on Saturday, September 7 at 4:00 pm.  


If you are interested in participating with your musical talent for this joyous event OR are interested in participating in the music ministry in any capacity moving forward, please click the blue button below and complete the Music Interest Survey or contact our music minister Andrea Theroux at musicministry@stmarkjtn.org.   


ALL are welcome !  


Click here to fill out the music interest survey

Registration Open

There is still a lot of summer left, but in order to ensure that we have enough materials for all students, registration for new and returning families is now open! 


Again this year, we will be registering through our online giving platform, please click the blue link below and follow the instructions on the Religious Education button,

If y

There is still a lot of summer left, but in order to ensure that we have enough materials for all students, registration for new and returning families is now open! 


Again this year, we will be registering through our online giving platform, please click the blue link below and follow the instructions on the Religious Education button,

If you have any questions, please contact Christina Smith (dre@stmarkjtn.org)


Click here to Register for Religious Education

Food Pantry at St. Mark

The Food Pantry is located in the Church basement and is open on Monday's and Friday's from 9am -11am


Walk -ins are welcome, no need to pre-register


The Food Pantry is maintained completely by volunteers with donations from our parishioners and local community.

 

We are always grateful for your donations of unexpired, non perishable food item

The Food Pantry is located in the Church basement and is open on Monday's and Friday's from 9am -11am


Walk -ins are welcome, no need to pre-register


The Food Pantry is maintained completely by volunteers with donations from our parishioners and local community.

 

We are always grateful for your donations of unexpired, non perishable food items, personal care items and cleaning supplies.


Currently needed are:  

Mayonnaise  

Ketchup

Mustard  

Tuna Fish

Cereal   

Canola Oil

Long Cooking Rice 

Saltines/Crackers

Laundry Detergent 

Cleaning Supplies

Shampoo  & Body Wash 


Items can be placed in the orange bins at each of the side doors weekday mornings before noon or around Mass times on  weekends.  May God continue to bless you as we care for those who are in need.

St. Mark Book Club

 The book title for July/August is “Women Made New!:  Reflections on Adversity, Transformation, and Healing” by Crystalina Evert.  This book features stories of twelve women who overcame personal trials and traumas to become champions of the Kingdom of God. Included are powerful and inspiring stories from Mother Angelica, Teresa Tomeo, Ca

 The book title for July/August is “Women Made New!:  Reflections on Adversity, Transformation, and Healing” by Crystalina Evert.  This book features stories of twelve women who overcame personal trials and traumas to become champions of the Kingdom of God. Included are powerful and inspiring stories from Mother Angelica, Teresa Tomeo, Catherine Hadro, Joy Pinto, Johnnette Benokovic-Williams, Dr. Kimberly Scipione, and celebrated women saints such as Teresa of Avila and Joan of Arc.  Included will be a spiritual defense plan and helpful resources to help you along the path to wellness. 

We will meet in late August at a date to be announced.

Weekday Coffee Hour

 As you may have noticed by the warm weather we are having, SUMMER has arrived! With summer comes vacations with time away, friends and family visiting and hopefully some relaxing time.  So….. our Monthly Thursday morning coffee an’ will also be taking some time off for the months of July and August.  Have no fear we will be back in Septe

 As you may have noticed by the warm weather we are having, SUMMER has arrived! With summer comes vacations with time away, friends and family visiting and hopefully some relaxing time.  So….. our Monthly Thursday morning coffee an’ will also be taking some time off for the months of July and August.  Have no fear we will be back in September.   We look forward to seeing you then.  Enjoy these warm lazy days of Summer!

Youth Group News

Youth Group is open to all young people in grades 8-12, so come and join us to share in faith, community, and service! (and food!)


Youth Group will reconvene in September - check back for more information!  

Flag Tribute

 With your generous donations, the 2024 Saint Mark Parish Flag Tribute has been a wonderful success.


In total, the Chapel Fund of the Rhode Island Veterans’ Home in Bristol, RI will receive $3,102 from this program!  


Flags will be displayed on our church grounds from June 14th - July 4th.


Click here to see the pamphlet

First Five Saturdays

Beginning on May 4, 2024, our Parish will begin the practice of celebrating Mass on consecutive Five First Saturdays of the month.  This means practically that we will have an 8am Mass dedicated to the Immaculate Heart of Mary on the First Saturday of May, June, July, August and September.  This devotion is born from the apparition of the

Beginning on May 4, 2024, our Parish will begin the practice of celebrating Mass on consecutive Five First Saturdays of the month.  This means practically that we will have an 8am Mass dedicated to the Immaculate Heart of Mary on the First Saturday of May, June, July, August and September.  This devotion is born from the apparition of the Blessed Mother to the children at Fatima in Portugal in 1917. 


Spring 2024 Events

Flag Tribute

We will once again offer flags for those who wish to “honor” or “memorialize” someone who served or is serving in the United States Military by requesting a flag in their name.  These flags will be displayed on the church grounds from Flag Day, June 14th until Independence Day, July 4th to show our gratitude and appreciation for those who

We will once again offer flags for those who wish to “honor” or “memorialize” someone who served or is serving in the United States Military by requesting a flag in their name.  These flags will be displayed on the church grounds from Flag Day, June 14th until Independence Day, July 4th to show our gratitude and appreciation for those who serve or have served in our military branches in defense of our country.


If you are interested in making a donation toward a flag, forms will be available at the entrance of the church from Saturday May 18 to  Sunday June 2. Any donation amount will be appreciated.  You may also submit your request and donation online by clicking the blue buttom below.


Donations collected will be forwarded to the 

Chapel Fund of the Rhode Island Veterans’ Home, Bristol, RI

 

 The May/June book club selection is Prayer Primer:  Igniting a Fire Within by Thomas Dubay, S.M.  This book deals with the most important human activity: communication with the God.  Fr. Dubai covers all aspects of prayer from how to pray through several types of prayer.  He also offers ways to handle distractions and to deepen your prayer life.  The club will meet to discuss this book in a Zoom meeting on June 27th at 6:30 p.m.  For information and a link to the discussion, please call the parish office (423-1421).  

St. Mark Book Club

 

 The May/June book club selection is Prayer Primer:  Igniting a Fire Within by Thomas Dubay, S.M.  This book deals with the most important human activity: communication with the God.  Fr. Dubai covers all aspects of prayer from how to pray through several types of prayer.  He also offers ways to handle distractions and to deepen your pra

 

 The May/June book club selection is Prayer Primer:  Igniting a Fire Within by Thomas Dubay, S.M.  This book deals with the most important human activity: communication with the God.  Fr. Dubai covers all aspects of prayer from how to pray through several types of prayer.  He also offers ways to handle distractions and to deepen your prayer life.  The club will meet to discuss this book in a Zoom meeting on June 27th at 6:30 p.m.  For information and a link to the discussion, please call the parish office (423-1421).  

Pentecost Sunday May 19th Wear Red & Join us for a Coffee Hour at 9am

 

The liturgical color for the Day of Pentecost is the red of fire, one of the day’s symbols for the Holy Spirit. The Bible often portrays God’s transforming presence through the symbol of fire: Moses and the burning bush, the pillar of fire that led the people of Israel through the wilderness, the fires of Mount Carmel and the temple in J

 

The liturgical color for the Day of Pentecost is the red of fire, one of the day’s symbols for the Holy Spirit. The Bible often portrays God’s transforming presence through the symbol of fire: Moses and the burning bush, the pillar of fire that led the people of Israel through the wilderness, the fires of Mount Carmel and the temple in Jerusalem that consumed sacrificial offerings. 

The fire of the Pentecost story signifies how a collection of fearful disciples was transformed by the Spirit into a bold and active church.

Remembering that the gift of the Holy Spirit is not just for the church of the past or only a few, everyone is invited to wear red to worship next weekend, May 18/19.

Let’s continue the celebration of Pentecost with a Coffee Hour, next Sunday May 19 from 9:00 to 10:00 am in the church hall. Coffee, tea and juice will be provided.  Please bring a baked good to share.  We hope to see you there!  

Honoring Mary in May

The month of May at Saint Mark Parish has traditionally been dedicated to Mary, the Blessed Mother of Jesus.  

On the Tuesdays of May (May 7, 17, 21, & 28), a devotional time of prayer will be conducted from 6:30 to 7:00 pm.  The Blessed Sacrament will be exposed, the Rosary recited and a simple blessing with the monstrance will conclude t

The month of May at Saint Mark Parish has traditionally been dedicated to Mary, the Blessed Mother of Jesus.  

On the Tuesdays of May (May 7, 17, 21, & 28), a devotional time of prayer will be conducted from 6:30 to 7:00 pm.  The Blessed Sacrament will be exposed, the Rosary recited and a simple blessing with the monstrance will conclude the evening. The evening of May 7 will begin at 6:00pm and will conclude at 8:00pm with Benediction.  The Rosary will begin that evening only at 6:30pm. 


Everyone is welcome, invite a friend to join!

Outreach Ministry Baby Shower

 The month of May is dedicated to Our Lady, so the Outreach Ministry will be collecting items to help struggling mothers and their babies in difficult circumstances.

The items that are most needed are: Diapers: all sizes including pull ups, Baby wipes, Baby toiletries and supplies, Infant Formula , New clothing : sizes 6 months to 4T, Bla

 The month of May is dedicated to Our Lady, so the Outreach Ministry will be collecting items to help struggling mothers and their babies in difficult circumstances.

The items that are most needed are: Diapers: all sizes including pull ups, Baby wipes, Baby toiletries and supplies, Infant Formula , New clothing : sizes 6 months to 4T, Blankets, sleepwear, onesies.  

Any brand is acceptable, however for those who would like to order online from Amazon, please click blue button below.

Donations may be placed by the statue of Our Blessed Mother to the right of the main altar from May 4 - May 26.
As always, we thank you for your generosity and compassion.  May God bless you all. 

Amazon Wish List

Youth Group News

 Our next Youth Group meeting will be held on Sunday, May 19th from 5:00pm to 6:30pm in the church hall.

The following meeting, scheduled for Sunday, June 2nd, will be focused on waterfront clean-up in Jamestown (weather permitting). Drop-off/pick-up times and location will be posted in the prior week's bulletin. Please feel free to join 

 Our next Youth Group meeting will be held on Sunday, May 19th from 5:00pm to 6:30pm in the church hall.

The following meeting, scheduled for Sunday, June 2nd, will be focused on waterfront clean-up in Jamestown (weather permitting). Drop-off/pick-up times and location will be posted in the prior week's bulletin. Please feel free to join us to help keep Jamestown beautiful!
 


Youth Group is open to all young people in grades 8-12, so come and join us to share in faith, community, and service! (and food!)

St. Mark Book Club

 For the months of March/April, the St. Mark Book Club will read two titles.  The first, 33 Days of Eucharistic Glory, is by Matthew Kelly.  It is the first ever Eucharistic concentration and will complement the Eucharistic Revival in the church.  The second title, Nurturing Healing Love, by Scarlett Lewis, will fit well with themes of Le

 For the months of March/April, the St. Mark Book Club will read two titles.  The first, 33 Days of Eucharistic Glory, is by Matthew Kelly.  It is the first ever Eucharistic concentration and will complement the Eucharistic Revival in the church.  The second title, Nurturing Healing Love, by Scarlett Lewis, will fit well with themes of Lent.  It is the story of love and forgiveness written by a parent who lost her son in the Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy. 


The club will meet to discuss the titles in a Zoom meeting on Thursday, April 25, at 6:30 p.m.  For information and a link to the discussion, please call the parish office (423-1421). 

Divine Mercy Sunday

 April 7, 2024, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

We will gather as a Parish Family to pray in a focused and devout manner on the Feast of Divine Mercy.  The Chaplet of Divine Mercy will be recited, the Blessed Sacrament will be exposed and confessions will be heard during this time.

Novena for Love and Compassion

Novena for Love and Compassion

Join us for our next parish wide Novena!  

During this Novena we will pray with gratitude for the love in our lives and for God’s grace  to share our love with others.   The Novena will begin on February 6th and end on St. Valentine’s Day.  Just sign up with the link below to receive a daily email from February 6th to the 14th which will i

Join us for our next parish wide Novena!  

During this Novena we will pray with gratitude for the love in our lives and for God’s grace  to share our love with others.   The Novena will begin on February 6th and end on St. Valentine’s Day.  Just sign up with the link below to receive a daily email from February 6th to the 14th which will include a picture, quote, simple prayer, and song link. Then on your own time or with your family, you can pray and reflect on the theme of the day using all pieces or just what speaks to you most. All are welcome to participate. 

Click here to Sign Up

2024 Triduum and Easter Mass Schedule

Holy Thursday 

Mass of the Lord’s Supper @ 7pm 


Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament  8pm - 10pm 


(there is no 8am Mass on Holy Thursday)

Good Friday 

Stations of the Cross at Saint Mark Church @ 3pm 


Celebration of the Passion of the Lord at Saint Mark Church @ 7pm 


(there is no 8am Mass on Good Friday)


The Vigil of Easter (Holy Saturday)

Celebration of Mass @ 7pm 

(there is no 4pm Mass on Saturday)


Easter Sunday 

Celebration of Mass @ 8am & 10:30am 

LENT 2024

Parish Mission March 18, 19 & 20

We will host a Parish Mission on      March 18, 19, & 20 at 7pm  

 

Fr. David Thurber from St. Barnabas Parish in Portsmouth will lead us in a Lenten mission focused on the profound mysteries of the Eucharist and the transformative power of God's love in our brokenness. The theme, 

"Broken Bread, Broken Lives: Embracing God's Redemption in O

We will host a Parish Mission on      March 18, 19, & 20 at 7pm  

 

Fr. David Thurber from St. Barnabas Parish in Portsmouth will lead us in a Lenten mission focused on the profound mysteries of the Eucharist and the transformative power of God's love in our brokenness. The theme, 

"Broken Bread, Broken Lives: Embracing God's Redemption in Our Brokenness," 

will explore the symbolism of Jesus breaking bread at the Last Supper and how that act mirrors the brokenness in our own lives.  


     Monday   - Holy Hour Service with Benediction

Tuesday  - Penance Service with Exposition

    Wednesday   - Celebration of the Mass


 For more information about the focus for each evening,  please click the blue button below.


Fr. Thurber will also be the homilist at the weekend masses on March 16 & 17


Letter from Fr. Thurber

Seder Prayer Service & Potluck March 25

The Seder is a ritual feast celebrated as part of the Jewish Passover celebration.  It is also the meal where we recognize that Jesus "broke bread" and we continue to acknowledge this every Sunday during the Eucharist.  This interactive dinner of reading, prayer, and food, will walk us through the symbols of our faith - such as the tears 

The Seder is a ritual feast celebrated as part of the Jewish Passover celebration.  It is also the meal where we recognize that Jesus "broke bread" and we continue to acknowledge this every Sunday during the Eucharist.  This interactive dinner of reading, prayer, and food, will walk us through the symbols of our faith - such as the tears of the Israelites (in salt water), the promises God made to Moses, and unleavened bread.


We’ll once again hold this parish wide event during Lent on Monday, March 25 at 5pm.  Registration is required for this event, please click the blue box below to sign up.  

  

Click here to register

Outreach Project Donations Accepted March 3 - 24

Did you know that socks and underwear are the most requested items by homeless shelters? Yet they are the items least donated to shelters.


No one should be deprived of the simple daily necessity of clean socks and underwear.  It provides dignity and self esteem.  During this Lenten season, the Outreach Ministry will collect socks and under

Did you know that socks and underwear are the most requested items by homeless shelters? Yet they are the items least donated to shelters.


No one should be deprived of the simple daily necessity of clean socks and underwear.  It provides dignity and self esteem.  During this Lenten season, the Outreach Ministry will collect socks and underwear to benefit the following agencies:

  • Jamestown Food Pantry at St. Mark
  • Food Pantry at Our Lady of the Rosary, Providence
  • Welcome House, Wakefield
  • Looking Upwards, Middletown residential home
  • The McKinney Shelter in Newport
  • Boys Town, male and female residents under 18

Needed are new, unopened packages of socks and underwear for men, women and children in all sizes. Donations will be accepted through Palm Sunday, March 24.  

Any brand is acceptable.  For those who would like to order online from Amazon, please click wishlist link below. 

May God bless you for your care and compassion for those less fortunate whom we try to help!

Click Here for Amazon Wishlist

Discussion with Fr. Doug This is My Body: A Call to Eucharistic Revival

 

The book This Is My Body: A Call to Eucharistic Revival  by Bishop Robert Barron is available at the church entrances for parishioners to enjoy reading during this Lenten season. 

 Fr. Doug will also be facilitating a book discussion on Tuesday February 27 and March 12.  

There is no need to register.

Reconciliation

Soup & Bread Supper

Saturdays at 3:00pm 

(except Holy Saturday) 

or 

by appointment 

(401-423-1421)

Soup & Bread Supper

Soup & Bread Supper

Wednesday, March 6 at 5:30pm 


Take time out of your busy life and join us for a simple supper and community as a reminder to stay focused on sacrifice and abstinence during Lent.    

Stations of the Cross Wednesdays at 6:30pm

Join us on  the following Wednesdays at 6:30pm.  Praying the Stations of the Cross is a wonderful way to help us come closer to Jesus during this time of Lent and to prepare for Easter.   St. Mark will celebrate the Stations in person on the following Wednesdays during Lent: February 21 & 28 and March 6 & 13

Ash Wednesday February 14, 2024

Schedule of Ash Wednesday Services  8am - Celebration of Mass with Distribution of Ashes 

4pm - Liturgy of the Word with Distribution of Ashes 

7pm - Celebration of Mass with Distribution of Ashes 

Sunday, December 24, 2023

4pm (Christmas Eve Mass)

Monday, December 25, 2023

8am & 10:30am (Christmas Day Masses)


Please Note:  The Mass Schedule for the 4th Sunday of Advent will be the regular weekend schedule - 

Saturday, Dec 23, 2023 at 4pm

Sunday, Dec 24, 2023 at 8am and 10:30am

2023 Winter Activties

Saturday, December 2nd 10am-2pm

 Planning for the Parish Christmas Bazaar is well underway!   Thank you to all the volunteers that have come forward to organize the different areas of the bazaar - there will be the greenery table, bake sale, handmade items, basket raffles, Millie’s Christmas table, children’s area, refreshments and more 

2023 Thanksgiving Novena

Please join us again for the parish wide Thanksgiving Novena - it has officially become a tradition at St. Mark.   


Just sign up with the link below to receive a daily email from November 15th to Thanksgiving Day which will include a picture, short bible verse, simple prayer, and song link.   Then on your own time or with your family, you 

Please join us again for the parish wide Thanksgiving Novena - it has officially become a tradition at St. Mark.   


Just sign up with the link below to receive a daily email from November 15th to Thanksgiving Day which will include a picture, short bible verse, simple prayer, and song link.   Then on your own time or with your family, you can pray and reflect on the theme of the day using all pieces or just what speaks to you most.  This is a great way to incorporate prayer into your daily routine and prepare for Thanksgiving!  All are welcome to participate.


 https://forms.gle/4rzaXZ2LmRdPQM5x5 

Drive Thru Food Drive

Drive Thru Food Drive

 

St Mark Outreach Ministry will again be conducting a parish wide food drive for our friends at Our Lady of the Rosary Parish in the Fox Point neighborhood in Providence.

It will be a Drive In and Drop Off event in the church parking lot on Saturday October 14th from 9-11.  Rain date is Saturday October 21st from 9-11.

Simply follow the sig

 

St Mark Outreach Ministry will again be conducting a parish wide food drive for our friends at Our Lady of the Rosary Parish in the Fox Point neighborhood in Providence.

It will be a Drive In and Drop Off event in the church parking lot on Saturday October 14th from 9-11.  Rain date is Saturday October 21st from 9-11.

Simply follow the signs to the church parking lot, pop your trunk and your donations will be unloaded for you!  The good folks from OLR will be here to load directly into their vehicles.

The food pantry at OLR assists 125 struggling families from their neighborhood each month and they often run out of food, forcing them to purchase food from the RI Food Bank or close their doors if there are not funds available to purchase the food needed.  Through the generosity of St Mark parishioners and the Jamestown community, we have never faced that problem here at our food pantry.

The Outreach Ministry wishes to thank our St Mark Family for your continued support and concern for those less fortunate.

 May God bless you all!

        The following is their list of requested items:

Cereals (Hot & Cold) Sugar   

Flour   Vegetable Oil  

Olive Oil  Mashed Potatoes  

Pasta   Rice (Brown and White)

Peanut Butter  Kidney Beans

Baked Beans  Canned Vegetables

Soups   Stuffing

Cranberry Sauce  Tuna

Gravy   Cake Mixes

Coffee   Tea

Juice Boxes  Fruit Cups

Pudding Cups

Personal care items

Toothbrushes  Toothpaste

Laundry Detergent Cleaning supplies

Diapers (All sizes)        

2023 Summer/Fall Activities

September/October Book Selection

 The title of the September/October selection is Two Patients:  My Conversion from Abortion to Life-Affirming Medicine by Dr. John Bruchalski.   The discussion will take place in Zoom format on Thursday, October 26, at 6:30 pm.  For meeting details, please contact the parish office (401-423-1421)

Bible Study

You are invited to journey with us as we study The Gospel of John, (Chapters 11-21). We will begin on October 17 and continue on through to November 21.  

Our study guide is by Loyola Press.

Ocotber Marian Devotions

October Marian Devotions will be held on Tuesday evenings at 6:30PM during the month of October.  

Registration Open

There is still a lot of summer left, but in order to ensure that we have enough materials for all students, registration for new and returning families is now open! Again this year, we will be registering through our online giving platform, please click the blue link below and follow the instructions on the Religious Education button,

If y

There is still a lot of summer left, but in order to ensure that we have enough materials for all students, registration for new and returning families is now open! Again this year, we will be registering through our online giving platform, please click the blue link below and follow the instructions on the Religious Education button,

If you have any questions, please contact Christina Smith (dre@stmarkjtn.org)

Click here to Register

School Supply Drive

 Before we know it, the children of Jamestown and the rest of Rhode Island will be heading back to the classroom.

Again this year, the St Mark Outreach Ministry will have a Back to School collection so we can help struggling families send their children back to school with all the necessary supplies to get them off to a good start.  These 

 Before we know it, the children of Jamestown and the rest of Rhode Island will be heading back to the classroom.

Again this year, the St Mark Outreach Ministry will have a Back to School collection so we can help struggling families send their children back to school with all the necessary supplies to get them off to a good start.  These will be distributed to worthy students in both Jamestown schools and to children whose families are supported through the food pantry at Our Lady of the Rosary parish in the Fox Point neighborhood in Providence.

Through a most generous donation to Outreach from retailer Land's End, we will be purchasing all of the backpacks in bulk and are are asking for your help in collecting the following supplies to fill them:

  • 2 pocket folders
  • Single subject, wide ruled notebooks
  • Composition notebooks
  • Ball point pens (blue or black)
  • #2 pencils
  • Block erasers
  • Small glue sticks 
  • 24 pack crayons
  • 10 pack markers (broad or fine)
  • 12 pack colored pencils 

Your donations may be placed in the colored bins in front of the statue of St Mark, to the right of the main altar through Sunday August 13th.


Any brand is appreciated, if you would like to shop on Amazon, please click below.

Amazon Wish List

July / August Book Selection

 The St. Mark Book Club selection for the months of July/August is The Catholic Table by Emily Stimpson Chapman. In this book, Chapman presents a Catholic perspective on how, with God's grace, the food we make, eat, and share can transform and heal us.  Emily Chapman is a Catholic writer based in Steubenville, Ohio.  She writes regularly 

 The St. Mark Book Club selection for the months of July/August is The Catholic Table by Emily Stimpson Chapman. In this book, Chapman presents a Catholic perspective on how, with God's grace, the food we make, eat, and share can transform and heal us.  Emily Chapman is a Catholic writer based in Steubenville, Ohio.  She writes regularly in her blog about faith, hospitality and food.  Please join us to discuss this title on Thursday, August 24th at 6:30 p.m.  For meeting details, please contact the parish office (401-423-1421)

Holy Day Mass Schedule

Thursday, May 18, 2023

Mass Times:  8am and 7pm

2023 Spring Activities

Flag Tribute

Our Parish Flag Tribute program has had an amazing outpouring of support. All funds collected will benefit the Chapel Fund of the R.I. Veterans Home in Bristol, R.I. This fund helps to meet the spiritual needs of all residents of this nationally recognized facility.  Thank you for your generosity!     The flags will be displayed on the ch

Our Parish Flag Tribute program has had an amazing outpouring of support. All funds collected will benefit the Chapel Fund of the R.I. Veterans Home in Bristol, R.I. This fund helps to meet the spiritual needs of all residents of this nationally recognized facility.  Thank you for your generosity!     The flags will be displayed on the church grounds from Flag Day, June 14th until Independence Day, July 4th to show our gratitude and appreciation for those who serve or have served in our military branches in defense of our country. 

Click here for a Copy of the Pamphlet

Honoring Mary in May

The month of May at Saint Mark Parish has traditionally been dedicated to Mary, the Blessed Mother of Jesus.  

On the Tuesdays of May (May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30), a devotional time of prayer will be conducted from 6:30 to 7:00 pm.  The Blessed Sacrament will be exposed, the Rosary recited and a simple blessing with the monstrance will conclude

The month of May at Saint Mark Parish has traditionally been dedicated to Mary, the Blessed Mother of Jesus.  

On the Tuesdays of May (May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30), a devotional time of prayer will be conducted from 6:30 to 7:00 pm.  The Blessed Sacrament will be exposed, the Rosary recited and a simple blessing with the monstrance will conclude the evening. The evening of May 2 will begin at 6:00pm and will conclude at 8:00pm with Benediction.  The Rosary will begin that evening only at 6:30pm. 


Everyone is welcome, invite a friend to join!

First Five Saturdays Devotion


Beginning on May 6, 2023, our Parish will begin the practice of celebrating Mass on consecutive Five First Saturdays of the month.  This means practically that we will have an 8am Mass dedicated to the Immaculate Heart of Mary on the First Saturday of May, June, July, August and September.  This devotion is born from the apparition of the


Beginning on May 6, 2023, our Parish will begin the practice of celebrating Mass on consecutive Five First Saturdays of the month.  This means practically that we will have an 8am Mass dedicated to the Immaculate Heart of Mary on the First Saturday of May, June, July, August and September.  This devotion is born from the apparition of the Blessed Mother to the children at Fatima in Portugal in 1917. 

Outreach Ministry May Baby Shower

During the month of May, we will be collecting items to help mothers and their babies in financial distress as they try to raise their families in these difficult circumstances.

We are very happy to be joined again by our friends and neighbors from St Matthews Church, making this a true community and ecumenical endeavor!

The items that are 

During the month of May, we will be collecting items to help mothers and their babies in financial distress as they try to raise their families in these difficult circumstances.

We are very happy to be joined again by our friends and neighbors from St Matthews Church, making this a true community and ecumenical endeavor!

The items that are most needed are:

Diapers: all sizes including pull ups

Baby wipes

Baby toiletries and supplies

Infant Formula 

     New clothing : sizes 6 months to 4T

            Blankets, sleepwear, onesies

Stop & Shop and Walmart Gift cards($25 or less)

Any brand is acceptable, however for those who would like to order online from Amazon, please see link below.


The agencies we will be assisting are St. Mark Food Pantry, St. Gabriel's Call in Providence, Newport and South Kingstown, Holy Family Home for Mother's and Children located in Providence and St. Edward’s Food Pantry and Wellness Center located in Providence.  

Please place your donations by the statue of Our Blessed Mother to the right of the main altar beginning on May 5th through May 25th.

As always, we thank you for your generosity and compassion

May God bless you all.

March/April Book Selection

The St. Mark Book Club selection for the months of March/April is Eucharist by Bishop Robert Barron.  Bishop Barron has written a meaningful and inspiring book on the ancient meaning and power of the Eucharist.  

In addition to this main title, Sister Proctor's book, 201 Inspirational Stories of the Eucharist is also recommended as supplem

The St. Mark Book Club selection for the months of March/April is Eucharist by Bishop Robert Barron.  Bishop Barron has written a meaningful and inspiring book on the ancient meaning and power of the Eucharist.  

In addition to this main title, Sister Proctor's book, 201 Inspirational Stories of the Eucharist is also recommended as supplemental reading.  This book offers true stories written by lay men and women, religious, and influential leaders on the healing power of the Eucharist.  The stories are short and will complement the main book. 

The date for the discussion is Thursday, April 27th, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m in the church hall.  All are welcome to participate!

Novena for Love and Compassion

Join us for our next parish wide Novena!  

During this Novena we will pray with gratitude for the love in our lives and for God’s grace  to share our love with others.   The Novena will begin on February 6th and end on St. Valentine’s Day.  Just sign up with the link below to receive a daily email from February 6th to the 14th which will i

Join us for our next parish wide Novena!  

During this Novena we will pray with gratitude for the love in our lives and for God’s grace  to share our love with others.   The Novena will begin on February 6th and end on St. Valentine’s Day.  Just sign up with the link below to receive a daily email from February 6th to the 14th which will include a picture, quote, simple prayer, and song link. Then on your own time or with your family, you can pray and reflect on the theme of the day using all pieces or just what speaks to you most. All are welcome to participate. 

2023 Triduum and Easter Mass Schedule

Holy Thursday 

Mass of the Lord’s Supper @ 7pm 


Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament  8pm - 10pm 


(there is no 8am Mass on Holy Thursday)

Good Friday 

 Ecumenical Prayer Service at Central Baptist Church @ 12 Noon 


Stations of the Cross at Saint Mark Church @ 3pm 


Celebration of the Passion of the Lord at Saint Mark Church @ 7pm 


(there is no 8am Mass on Good Friday)


The Vigil of Easter (Holy Saturday)

Celebration of Mass @ 7:30pm 

(there is no 4pm Mass on Saturday)


Easter Sunday 

Celebration of Mass @ 8am & 10:30am 

Discussion with Fr. Doug: A Risen Christ in Eastertime

Join Fr. Doug for a two part discussion based on the book, A Risen Christ in Eastertime by Fr. Raymond Brown in which he comments on the Gospel stories of the risen Christ and how each treatment of the resurrection fits the theology and plan of its Gospel.   The discussion will be offered on the following Tuesday evenings at 6:30pm in the

Join Fr. Doug for a two part discussion based on the book, A Risen Christ in Eastertime by Fr. Raymond Brown in which he comments on the Gospel stories of the risen Christ and how each treatment of the resurrection fits the theology and plan of its Gospel.   The discussion will be offered on the following Tuesday evenings at 6:30pm in the church hall.  

Tuesdays at 6:30pm - 

March 21, & March 28

There is no need to register.

Stations of the Cross Wednesdays at 6:30pm

Join us on Wednesday at 6:30pm.  Praying the Stations of the Cross is a wonderful way to help us come closer to Jesus during this time of Lent and to prepare for Easter.   St. Mark will celebrate the Stations in person on the following Wednesdays during Lent: March 1st, 15th, 22nd, & March 29th 

Seder Prayer Service & Potluck

The Seder is a ritual feast celebrated as part of the Jewish Passover celebration.  It is also the meal where we recognize that Jesus "broke bread" and we continue to acknowledge this every Sunday during the Eucharist.  This interactive dinner of reading, prayer, and food, will walk us through the symbols of our faith - such as the tears 

The Seder is a ritual feast celebrated as part of the Jewish Passover celebration.  It is also the meal where we recognize that Jesus "broke bread" and we continue to acknowledge this every Sunday during the Eucharist.  This interactive dinner of reading, prayer, and food, will walk us through the symbols of our faith - such as the tears of the Israelites (in salt water), the promises God made to Moses, and unleavened bread.


We’ll once again hold this parish wide event during Lent on Monday, March 27th at 5pm. To sign up, click below or call the rectory (401-423-1421)

  

Click here to register

Outreach Project Donations Accepted until April 2nd

Did you know that socks and underwear are the most requested items by homeless shelters? Did you know they are the items least donated to shelters? Did you know that socks and underwear were on the Christmas Wishlist from the children of Boys Town? 

No one should be deprived of the simple daily necessity of clean socks and underwear.  It p

Did you know that socks and underwear are the most requested items by homeless shelters? Did you know they are the items least donated to shelters? Did you know that socks and underwear were on the Christmas Wishlist from the children of Boys Town? 

No one should be deprived of the simple daily necessity of clean socks and underwear.  It provides dignity and self esteem.  

During this Lenten season, the Outreach Ministry will collect socks and underwear to benefit at least the following agencies:

  • The McKinney Shelter in Newport
  • Operation Stand Down
  • Boys Town in Portsmouth (supports boys and girls)
  • Jamestown Food Pantry at St. Mark

Needed are new, unopened packages of socks and underwear for men, women and children in all sizes. Your donations may be placed in front of the statue of St. Mark, to the right of the altar, or in the marked bins located at each of the entrances from Ash Wednesday,  February 22nd through Palm Sunday, April 2nd.

Any brand is acceptable, however for those who would like to order online from Amazon, please click box below:

Click Here for Amazon Wishlist

Reconciliation

Saturdays at 3:00pm 

(except Holy Saturday) 

or 

by appointment 

(401-423-1421)

Parish Mission March 6th, 7th & 8th

We will host a Parish Mission on      March 6, 7 & 8  

Deacon Frank Tremblay from the Archdiocese of Boston will present on the theme 

“What Wondrous Love is This”.  

He will also be the homilist at the weekend masses on March 4 & 5. 


Monday   - Holy Hour Service with Benediction

Tuesday  - Penance Service with Exposition

Wednesday   - Celebrat

We will host a Parish Mission on      March 6, 7 & 8  

Deacon Frank Tremblay from the Archdiocese of Boston will present on the theme 

“What Wondrous Love is This”.  

He will also be the homilist at the weekend masses on March 4 & 5. 


Monday   - Holy Hour Service with Benediction

Tuesday  - Penance Service with Exposition

Wednesday   - Celebration of the Mass


Each evening will begin at 7pm and last approximately an hour.  

Shroud of Turin March 5th at 2pm

You’re invited to an up-close experience of the most studied artifact of all time, The Shroud of Turin.  Witness this powerful display of the history, science, and mystery behind what many believe to be the authentic burial cloth of Jesus Christ.   Then you can ask YOURSELF - who is the Man of the Shroud?  


The presentation will be by Jim 

You’re invited to an up-close experience of the most studied artifact of all time, The Shroud of Turin.  Witness this powerful display of the history, science, and mystery behind what many believe to be the authentic burial cloth of Jesus Christ.   Then you can ask YOURSELF - who is the Man of the Shroud?  


The presentation will be by Jim Bertrand, M. Ed., American Confraternity of the Holy Shroud and includes a full-size replica of the Shroud of Turin.  Jim and his presentation have been viewed by many Bishops, parishes and Catholics throughout the United States.  All are welcome to attend this fascinating presentation!


Reservations are not required and there is no admittance fee.  Free will donations will be accepted.   


You can view an introduction to Jim Bertrand and The Shroud of Turin on EWTN via YouTube: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SLgmvIIEUHc

Ash Wednesday February 22, 2023

Schedule of Ash Wednesday Services  8am - Celebration of Mass with Distribution of Ashes 

4pm - Liturgy of the Word with Distribution of Ashes 

7pm - Celebration of Mass with Distribution of Ashes 

Make Room for Lent daily prayer booklets are available at the church entrances for parishioners to enjoy a daily reflection and prayer during Lent.  Please take one!

Solemnity of the Ascension

On Thursday, May 9, we celebrate Ascension Thursday.  Masses will be celebrated at 8:00 am and 7:00 pm for the Holy Day.  

Tuesday, December 24, 2024

4pm & Midnight

Wednesday, December 25, 2024

9am

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