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St. Mark’s
Catholic Community
February 8, 2015
Pastor ~ Rev. Ben Uhlenkott
Parochial Vicar ~ Rev. Bruno Mgaya
Weekday Liturgy Schedule
Monday~
Tuesday~
Wednesday~
Thursday~
Friday~
Saturday ~
8 am
8 am
8am
8 am
8:30 am
8 am
Sunday Liturgy Schedule
Saturday ~ 5 pm
Sunday~8:30 am, 11 am, 5 pm
Anointing of Sick/ End of Life
Sacraments
Baptism~ Class held every second Saturday of each month at 10 am
Reconciliation~ Saturday~ 3:00 pm
Marriage~ Arrangements must be made four months in advance
914-3472
St. Mark’s Catholic Community
7960 Northview
Boise, ID 83704
www.stmarksboise.org
Parish Office Hours
Monday through Friday 8:30 am - 4 pm
Sunday
9: 30 am -11 am, 12 pm - 1 pm
Parish Schools
St. Mark’s Elementary
375-6654
7503 Northview, Boise, 83704
Mark Hopkins, Principal— www.stmarksboise.com
Phone: 375-6651
Bishop Kelly High School Office
375-6010
Mike Caldwell, Principal—www.bk.org
Fax: 375-3211
Anointing of Sick/ End of Life
914-3472
Rosary Devotions
Rosary for Peace and Evening with Mary
Monday at 7 pm (Adoration Chapel)
Prayer Chain
St. Mark’s has a prayer chain that prays for the needs of
all and would like to pray for you. If you need prayer for
any reason please call Janet Clark at 377-4789, or the
parish office at 375-6651, or email
[email protected]
Parish Office Staff
Business Coordinator
Facilities Maintenance
Finance Administrator
Development Director
Pastoral Associate—Ministries
Office Manager
Chuck Nelson
Sergio Gonzalez
Matt Lee
Deb Miller
Amy Wong-Little
Phyllis Sawyer
Marisela Baca
Faith Formation Directors
Sean Forrest
Thomas Bailey
Wendy Sleisher
Debbie Campbell
Catherine Calovich
24 Hour Eucharistic Adoration
Kathy Webster Coordinator
853-5888
Youth Ministry
Jr. High Youth Ministry
Youth Sacramental Preparation
3-5th Grade Faith Formation
Pre–School Faith Formation
E-mail Addresses
Parish Staff -first initial last name @stmarksboise.org
Music Director and Wedding Coordinator
Katie Pape
[email protected]
Development Message
“A Christian steward is one who receives God’s
gifts gratefully, cherishes and tends them in a
responsible and accountable manner, shares
them in justice and love with others and returns
them with increase to the Lord. “
—A statement from the U.S.
Catholic Bishops
Liturgical Ministries
Outreach Extraordinary Ministers
Dcn. Mike Lowe—559~3752, [email protected]
Extraordinary Ministers
Barry & Jeanne Fitzgerald—376-2624, [email protected]
Lectors
Judy Ditter—376-1056
Ushers
Pat Lind—377-4368,
[email protected]
Greeters
Christine Haener —861-7359, [email protected]
Altar Servers
Mary Pasker—376-9122,
[email protected]
Liturgical Ministry Scheduler
Gayle O’Donnell—939-0871, [email protected]
Food Bank
Teresa Taylor
Raoul Johnson
327-0345
Knights of Columbus
[email protected]
Council of Catholic Women
Mary Glenn—345-2723, [email protected]
Funeral Information
Dcn Mike Lowe—559~3752, [email protected]
Megan Heying
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Young Adult Ministry
[email protected]
The St. Mark’s Story
Rosary Makers
“Creating Rosaries at St. Mark’s allows me
to put my faith in action,” shared Rosary
maker co- chair Claudia Forshey. With
their works of love, the St. Mark’s Rosary
Makers are very active! Each year these
devoted servants hand tie over 3000
Rosaries which are then donated locally
and through missions in some of the most
poverty stricken areas of the world
including Vietnam, Haiti, India and Africa.
Local recipients include residents in
nursing homes and hospitals, those
attending retreats, and our own Jr High
and High School students and First
Communicants. Rosaries are even provided to the homeless who are ministered to by St. Mark’s
parishioners. The list of recipients is long, and the prayer lives touched is too. The photo below shares the
gift by the Rosary makers to Father Ben on the anniversary of his ordination.
“We all look forward to it. We gather, create Rosaries, pray for each other and for those who will be
receiving our Rosaries,” said Forshey.
At a special gathering, the group was inspired by Father Bruno and his method of Rosary making. As an
orphan, Father Bruno made Rosaries and sold them to fund his education. St. Mark’s Rosary makers are
the only group in the valley who both make and sell Rosaries. The volunteers sell Rosaries at St. Mark’s
and other parishes a couple of times each year. The proceeds from these sales fund the donated
Rosaries and allow the ministry to be self-sustaining. The St. Mark’s Rosary Makers will even repair
Rosaries, which often come to them in pieces in a baggie. The volunteers are happy to help fix your
Rosary and can even find a way to replace missing parts.
Would you like to help? St. Mark’s Rosary Makers gather each Wednesday at the church from 9am-12pm.
New members to the group are welcome, experienced members are willing to teach if you would like to
learn how to make a Rosary. If you would like to purchase a Rosary the group has them available at their
weekly meetings, or you can contact Claudia Forshey at 208 376 7603 or [email protected].
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Parish Calendar and Upcoming Events
Parish Weekly Calendar
Sunday, February 08, 2015
 7:00 am Choir Rehearsal
 8:30 AM Sunday Mass
 9:00 am Orientation to the Daniel Plan
 11:00 am Sunday Mass
 11:00 am RCIA Dismissal
 1:00 pm Retrouvaille Core Meetings
 2:00 pm Vietnamese Choir Practice
 5:00 pm Sunday Mass
Monday, February 09, 2015
 6:00 am Monday Morning Men's Prayer Group
 8:00 am Daily Mass
 8:30 am Wellness Fair
 9:00 am Quilters
 10:00 am Library Ministry
 6:00 pm Pneuma Dancers
 6:30 pm Walking Towards Eternity - Bible Study
Tuesday, February 10, 2015
 8:00 am Daily Mass
 9:00 am Revelation Bible Study
 9:30 am Genesis to Jesus
 6:30 pm 11 am Choir Rehearsal
 7:00 pm Legion of Mary
 7:00 pm RCIA
 7:00 pm Respect Life
Wednesday, February 11, 2015
 8:00 am Daily Mass
 9:00 am Centering Prayer
 9:00 am Rosary Makers
 10:00 am Fit and Fall
 10:00 am Jesus With Us Prayer Group
 7:00 pm 8:30 am Choir Rehearsal
Thursday, February 12, 2015
 6:00 am Reel Men
 8:00 am Daily Mass
 9:00 am Cursillo - 4th Day Women
 9:02 am St. Mark's Playgroup
 10:00 am Fit and Fall
 5:30 pm Yoga
 6:45 pm Knights of Columbus
 7:00 pm Jake's Music Ministry
 7:00 pm Genesis to Jesus
 7:00 pm Reel Men
Friday, February 13, 2015
 8:30 am St. Mark's School Mass
 9:00 am Creed Sacramental Bible Study
 11:00 am Library Ministry
 5:00 pm Surprise Party
Saturday, February 14, 2015
 8:00 am Daily Mass
 8:30 am Carmelite's
 8:30 am Small Faith Facilitators Meeting
 10:00 am Baptism Class
 4:00 pm Sat. Eve. Choir Rehearsal
 5:00 pm Sunday Mass
 6:30 pm Vietnamese New Year Practice
Upcoming Events
PARISH OFFICE CLOSED
FOR PRESIDENTS DAY
Monday, February 16
ASH WEDNESDAY MASSES
February 18
7 am, 8:30 am , 12 Noon and 7 pm
PASSION AND PURPOSE FOR MARRIAGE
Friday, February 20
6:30 pm – 10:00 pm
DR ALLEN HUNT (Dynamic Catholics)
FAMILY RETREAT
Saturday, February 21
9 am – 12:30 pm
WELLNESS FAIR
Sunday, February 22
9 am – 1 pm
STUDENT-LED MASS
Sunday, March 15
11 am
FIRST COMMUNION WEEKEND
Saturday and Sunday, May 2 & 3
STUDENT-LED MASS
Sunday, May 17
8:30 AM
We want to see your
smiling face!
There will be a final opportunity
to have your family
photographed for the pictorial
directory.
Parishioner and photographer
Bart Cepek has generously
volunteered his time to take a
photo of any families not yet
photographed for the directory.
February 19th from 6:30-8 pm,
February 22nd from 9:30 am-2 pm, February 25th
from 6:30-8 pm.
Lifetouch will charge a $10 fee for submission of the
photo, which will also cover the cost for you to
receive a directory. Please call Amy in the parish
office to schedule your appointment. 375 6651 ext
102
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Parish News and Information
Fasting and Prayer
On Friday
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration
Being Christian is not the result of an idea,
but the encounter with a living person.
--Pope Francis
What a wonderful opportunity we have to keep company with the
Real Presence of Jesus in St. Mark’s Perpetual Adoration
Chapel. Thank you to all who keep this blessed vigil.
If this is new to you, please know that you are welcome to come
inside for a visit whenever you can. If you feel called to schedule a regular Holy
Hour each week, check the schedule posted in the Adoration vestibule or
online at stmarksboise.org/adoration/ to see the most needed times. Then call
Kathy Webster at 853-5888 to put you on the schedule and answer any
questions you may have.
Kathy and other adorers are available to visit with you this weekend after each
Mass at the adoration table which is just outside the Resurrection Room.
Please stop by to say hello and get your questions answered. If you are a
regular adorer, we hope you will stop for a visit also.
Passion & Purpose for Marriage
Dr. Allen Hunt, renowned speaker and author, works with Matthew Kelly
at Dynamic Catholic. We are pleased that he will be here at St. Mark's
Friday, February 20th to give us his insights about what makes a
marriage great. With humor, music and poignant truth, Allen shares his
and his family's conversion story and answers those all important
questions, what do men want, what do women want and what is the
most important word in a marriage. Whether you've been married briefly
or for many years, we are all called by God to be the best versions of
ourselves, and the best spouses for our mates. Give your Valentine the
best gift yet: attend Passion & Purpose for Marriage with your spouse
and grow in your love for God and for each other. Tickets on sale after
Mass or in the office for $25 each. Babysitting is available on a limited
basis.
Please join us this Wednesday
for fasting and prayer for
for married couples.
(fasting = one full meal
and two snacks)
(prayer= Mass,
Adoration, Rosary, etc)
Readings for February 15,
2015, Sixth Sunday
in Ordinary Time
1st Rd.: Lv 13:1-2, 44-46
R. Ps: Ps 32:1-2, 5, 11
2nd Rd. 1 Cor 10:31—11:1
Gospel: Mark 1:40-45
PLAN TO JOIN US FOR OUR FIRST
LENTEN STATIONS OF THE CROSS
AT 5:30 PM
ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH
AND THEN JOIN US FOR DR ALAN
HUNT’S
PRESENTATION ON THE
“PASSION AND PURPOSE OF MARRIAGE”
AT 6:30 PM
(Financial aid is available, call
Amy Wong Little 375-6651)
World Meeting of Families
Even if you are not able to attend the World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia in September, you can prepare yourself to participate from a distance by informing yourself about the topics that will be addressed.
Chapter 3, of Love is Our Mission: The Family Fully Alive, which is the preparatory catechesis for the World
Meeting of Families, is titled “The Meaning of Human Sexuality.”
“The tangible, earthly, corporeal world is more than inert matter or modeling clay for the human will. Creation
is sacred and has sacramental meaning. It reflects God’s glory which includes our bodies. Our sexuality has
the power to procreate, and shares in the dignity of being created in the image of God. We need to live accordingly.
God created the whole material world out of His love for us. Everything we can see and touch, including our
male and female bodies, was created for the sake of God’s covenant. We do not always love as we ought,
but God’s pattern of love protects us and calls us back to our true natures. Marriage and celibacy are the two
ways of being together as male or female in light of God’s covenant, and for this reason both marriage and
celibacy are considered chaste ways of living.”
Please pray for the success of the World Meeting of Families, for all those attending, and for Pope Francis’
visit to the U. S this fall.
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Faith Formation
On the Ride Home
In the second reading and the Gospel for
the 5th Sunday in ordinary time: God’s
words tell us of St. Paul and Jesus sharing
the message that salvation can be theirs.
Why did the human race need salvation?
Remember the story of Adam and Eve? So
much was destroyed in Man’s relationship
with God that the only way to repair it was for God to come to earth as
a baby. Jesus the Son of God goes from village to village preaching
and driving out demons. Jesus tells people about his father’s never
ending love and care for them and how they should treat all people this
way too! We are brothers and sisters of Jesus and he wants us to
continue working the family business. What are some ways you can
help build this family business?
St. Mark’s will be holding a Lenten Family Retreat on Saturday,
February 21st from 9 am- Noon. Join Fr. Ray Donaldson, SJ as he
speaks on Ignatian Spirituality. The day begins at 8 am with Mass,
followed by a continental breakfast. There will be breakout sessions
for adults and children. The morning also includes Lenten trivia fun for
the family and Stations of the Cross. Registration forms are available
in the kiosk in the church vestibule or on our website. For more
information or to register, contact Catherine Calovich at 375-6651 or
[email protected].
Junior High Youth
If you thought the time machine and
Pentecost set you on fire, come and
join us Wed, Feb 11th at 6:30 in
Donoghue Hall for Mystery Service &
Issue Night! Our Saint of the Day is
St. Jane of Valois! Be ready for Faith
Facts! See you there and bring a
friend.
St. Mark’s
Lenten
Family
Retreat
Students and Schools
St. Mark’s School Calendar
February 13 (Fri.) ........................... Progress Reports - No School
February 13-15 (Fri.-Sun.) ............. Hallissey Basketball Tournament
February 16 (Mon.) ........................ President’s Day - No School
February 18 (Wed.) ....................... Ash Wednesday – Student Body Mass
March 20 (Fri.) ................................End of Third Quarter - (12:00 dismissal)
March 23-27 (Mon.-Fri.) .................Spring Break - No School
Bishop Kelly High School Calendar
Feb. 15 (Sun) …………………. BKPA Hallissey Pancake Breakfast
Feb. 16 (Mon) ………………….Presidents’ Day Holiday – No School
Feb. 18 (Wed) …………………Ash Wednesday – Lent Begins
Mar. 5 (Thu) …………………...End of Third Quarter
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St. Mark’s Ministries
Council of Catholic Women
HELP—St. Mark’s needs
Outreach Extraordinary
Ministers of Holy Communion.
We are looking for individuals to help in the
following areas:
 March 2 - Next CCW meeting.
Soup dinner provided by the
board. 6:30 social, 7:00 meeting
and dinner.
 SAVE the DATE - April 11th -
CCW's 35th Annual Fashion
Show, the "No Fashion, Fashion
Show - Wear Your Best
Western" - Ticket sales will start
February 15.

For a few of the assisted living homes and the
home-bound we serve.

Some elderly who desperately want to receive
Our Lord, may not be able to if we cannot find people willing take
the time to reach out to them.
The Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion (EMHC) provides the
Eucharist as well as the opportunity for prayer and fellowship to those
who are unable to attend Mass. EMHC is also a big helping hand to
LAZARUS, by visiting people to provide the comfort and blessings at a
difficult time.
If you can help please email Deacon Mike Lowe at:
[email protected] or call 559-3752.
Wanted: Lectors
Are you interested in becoming a lector? If you are
please contact Judy Ditter at 376-1056 or email
me at [email protected]
Knights of
Columbus
Council Meetings
†
Next Business Meeting:
†
Next Social:
Feb. 12th, St. Mark’s @ 7 pm.
Feb. 26th, Pinnacle Grill.
Upcoming Degree Ceremonies
† 2nd Degree Feb. 7th at 11:30
am at St. Mark’s
Story Link Prison Ministry Needs Your Help
The Story Link Prison Ministry is in need
of SPIRITUAL BOOKS for the prisoners
to read to their children. We can always
use Dr. Seuss books. Books can be new
or gently used and for children ages 2-10
years. Please place the books in the
BOX that is on the table in the hall near
the church office. Thank You and God
Bless.
Upcoming Events
† Annual Knight’s of Columbus
Fish Dinner on Friday, March
13 from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm.
For more information contact: Kathy
McGinley [email protected] or Mary
Ann Kojis [email protected]
Knights’ Medical Equipment
Call Dale at 888-3782
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Around the Valley
Retrouvaille
A Lifeline for Marriage – Retrouvaille (pronounced retro-vi with a long i) helps couples through difficult times
in their marriages. It is designed to provide the tools to help get your marriage back on track. It will give you
the opportunity to rediscover each other and examine your lives together in a new and positive way. This program has helped 10’s of 1000’s of couples experiencing marital difficulty at all levels including disillusionment
and deep misery. For confidential information about or to register for the program beginning with a weekend
in Boise on March 13-15, call 1-800-470-2230 or visit the web site at www.HelpOurMarriage.com
Father Bruno’s Art Workshop
It is time for Fr. Bruno Segatta’s annual art workshop.
February 20, 2015. 10am to 3 pm.
Englefield Green Clubhouse. 527 S. Archstone Way
No experience necessary. Canvas, paint and lunch are provided.
Cost: Donation for Father Bruno’s charity: Corpus Christi House.
For reservations and more information call Mildred Tillotson at 208-343-3303 or Roxanne at 208-344-2597
Evangelization: Marian Style with Thomas Smith
St. John's Cathedral Presents: Evangelization: Marian Style with Thomas Smith. Discover how Pope Francis
reveals Mary as model for sharing the Good News and how our belief that Mary is our Queen and Intercessor
is rooted in Sacred Scripture. Sunday, March 1, 6:30pm at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, 807 N.
8th St., Boise. Come to the beautiful Cathedral to hear from Thomas, "one of the most gifted speakers I
know." ~Jeff Cavins. The event is free, and open to anyone, a free will offering will be gratefully accepted.
40 Days for Life
"40 Days for Life/Meridian" - From February 18 - March 29, the Treasure Valley will join with hundreds of
other cities and towns participating in a life-saving campaign made up of Prayer & Fasting, Community
Outreach, and Peaceful Vigil. Will you join with us in praying for an end to abortion? The peaceful prayer vigil
location will be at Planned Parenthood, 2112 E. Franklin Road, in Meridian. Beginning Feb. 17th, vigil
hours will be 7:00 am - 7:00 pm every day until Palm Sunday. Learn more and get involved, sign up at:
www.40daysforlife.com/meridian.
There will be a KICK-OFF RALLY on Sunday, February 15th at 7:00 pm. Please plan to join us at the
Cloverdale Memorial Park Reception Center, 1200 Cloverdale Road, Boise and meet other prayer warriors
dedicated to LIFE! There will be a short program featuring guest speaker Kay Painter, local author of "From
Sin and Sorrow to Service" (her website: http://rememberingsara.org), and an opportunity to learn a little
more about other post-abortion healing opportunities around the valley. Also, we plan to hear exciting reports
from some of the young people from BSU and BK who attended the January "Walk for Life" in San
Francisco!
For more information, contact Karen Simkins ([email protected] or 208-869-6804) or Joan Shay
([email protected] or 360-431-4438).
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