Santa Teresa del Niño Jesús Catholic Mission

In moments of deep trial, when human remedies seem to fail, the light of divine hope shines brightest through the patronage of the faithful Apostle of impossible causes. Known for his powerful intercession and steady guidance, he stands as a compassionate companion for every soul facing overwhelming challenges, reminding us that no burden is too heavy when placed in the hands of God. May his enduring legacy inspire us to trust unwaveringly in the Lord’s providence, finding in every trial a renewed promise of grace, healing, and victory.

Recorrer el mundo llevando el mensaje de Cristo no fue para San Juan Pablo II solo una misión, sino un testimonio vivo de que la fe puede transformar el corazón de la humanidad. Su vida entera, marcada por el perdón, la defensa de la dignidad humana y un abandono filial a la Santísima Virgen, nos recuerda que el amor de Dios es una fuente inagotable de fortaleza capaz de renovar cualquier historia. Al meditar en los días de esta novena en su honor, entregamos nuestras batallas, familias e intenciones a su amorosa intercesión. Pedimos que su legado nos guíe para construir puentes de paz, abrazar el Evangelio con ardor y caminar cada día con la certeza de que nunca estamos solos.

In October, as we dedicate this month to the Holy Rosary, every prayer becomes a gentle invitation to pause, breathe, and rest our souls in the presence of God. Walking hand in hand with our Blessed Mother, we place our days and worries into her care, discovering in this simple devotion a quiet sanctuary from the noise of the world. As we pray this Rosary, we entrust our deepest joys, trials, and silent intentions into the Immaculate Heart of Mary. We ask her motherly intercession to draw us ever closer to Jesus, granting us the grace to live each day with steady faith, humility, and inner peace.

La vida de Carlo Acutis es un faro de luz que nos recuerda que la santidad es posible hoy, en medio de la juventud, la tecnología y la cotidianidad de nuestro tiempo. Con su fe sencilla y su amor apasionado por la Eucaristía —a la que llamaba su autopista al cielo—, Carlo nos enseña a no ser fotocopias de las modas del mundo, sino versiones originales del amor de Dios, usando cada talento para iluminar a los demás. Pedimos que su ejemplo nos inspire a poner a Jesús en el centro de nuestras vidas y a caminar hacia la eternidad con un corazón alegre, auténtico y lleno de esperanza.

Mon 8:30am: Peter Gray. Tue 8:30am: † Michael Holian; 6:30pm: † Michael Hession. Wed 8:30am: † Albert Richard Hinn; 10am: † William Power. Thu 8:30am: † Barbara Schadt; 6:30pm: † Judith Casey. Fri 8:30am: † Michael Hession. Sat 5pm: † William Zimmerman; 6pm at CTK: † Barbara Novakowski. Sun 7:30am: For the People of the Parish; 9:30am: † Barbara Schadt; 11:30am: Thomas Sheridan; 1:30pm: † Mario Tadeo Garcia.

Help spread joy by participating in the Box of Joy program! Take a box, fill it with new toys, clothing, school supplies, or hygiene items for children in need worldwide. Boxes must be returned by Oct 24-25. Each $9 donation covers shipping costs. Let's make a difference together!

Join the St. Monica Prayer Group starting on Oct 20 to pray for those who have left the Catholic faith. Pray together after the 8:30am Mass on the first and third Tuesdays of the month in the church. No registration required. Let's pray for the return of our loved ones to the faith.

October is Respect Life Month. Engage in the Respect Life Mass on Oct 30 at 10:00am at the Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral. A Respect Life Summit will follow at 11:30am at the Cathedral Parish Center. Join Bishop Luis Zarama and fellow Catholics for a day of prayer, fellowship, and commitment to life.

Celebrate Columbus Day with a dinner at the Parish Hall on Oct 17. Doors open at 6pm, serving starts at 6:30pm. Enjoy a meal prepared by the Knights of Columbus. Advanced purchase required. Email tickets@

to secure your spot!

Saint Teresa of Avila, a Doctor of the Church and master of the spiritual life, reveals to us that true prayer is simply an intimate conversation with the One who we know loves us. Her writings stand as a timeless guide into the interior castle of the soul, teaching us that in the quiet depths of our hearts, God abides as our steadfast friend, strength, and ultimate peace. As we journey through the days of this novena in her honor, we ask her intercession to kindle a passionate desire for prayer in our daily lives. May her courage and unwavering faith remind us that "God alone suffices," filling our hearts with trust, surrender, and deep spiritual clarity.

La vida de San Francisco de Asís es un canto luminoso a la humildad, al desprendimiento de lo superfluo y al amor apasionado por Cristo. En su abrazo a la pobreza y en su fraternidad con toda la Creación, nos enseña que la verdadera libertad y la paz del corazón nacen de despojarse de las vanidades del mundo para llenarse únicamente de la presencia de Dios. Que su ejemplo nos inspire a vivir con alegría sencilla, a reconocer el rostro del Señor en nuestro prójimo y a convertir nuestra vida cotidiana en un instrumento de su paz.

Mon. Oct. 5: 8:30am † Bill Zimmerman. Tue. Oct. 6: 8:30am Erika De Landa, 6:30pm † Barbara Novakowski. Wed. Oct. 7: 8:30am † Lucy M. Targia, 10am † William Power. Thu. Oct. 8: 8:30am † Anne M. Lengkeek. Fri. Oct. 9: 8:30am Mary Lou & Jack Cook. Sat. Oct. 10: 5pm † Michael Hession. Sun. Oct. 11: 7:30am For the People of the Parish, 9:30am † Richard & Arlene Dugan Repko, 11:30am † Walter Lezinski, 1:30pm † William Power.

Confessions: Wed 6-6:30pm, Sat 3:30-4:30pm. Adoration: Fri 9am-7pm.

Join the Respect Life Ministry for various events throughout October, including a Respect Life Life Chain on Sunday, October 4th, a Baby Shower Collection ongoing all month, and a Baby Bottles Drive for Life Line starting the weekend of October 3-4.

Discover opportunities for sacrament preparation, RCIA inquiry sessions, youth ministry, adult faith formation, and more. Get involved and deepen your faith!

Oct 17: Rosary Rally at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church. Oct 10: Coastal Carolina Prayer Breakfast for Life. Check the bulletin for registration and details.

The Holy Angels stand as powerful guardians and silent messengers of God’s infinite love, accompanying us through every step of our earthly pilgrimage. Sent by the Lord to protect, defend, and guide our hearts toward heaven, their presence reminds us that we are never alone in our spiritual battles or in the quiet moments of daily life. May their constant vigilance inspire us to walk with courage, opening our souls to the light, peace, and protection that flow from the heavenly court into our lives.

Mon-Fri: Daily Mass at 8:30am | Tue: Daily Mass at 6:30pm | Wed: Daily Mass at 8:30am and 6:30pm, Skurski & Majka Family at 10am | Thu: Daily Mass at 8:30am and 10am in Spanish | Fri: Daily Mass at 8:30am | Sat: Daily Mass at 8:30am and 6:30pm in Spanish | Sun: Three Masses at 7:30am, 9:30am, and 11:30am in English, 1:30pm in Spanish

Join us for 24-Hour Adoration starting after 8:30am Mass on Friday, October 2nd, in the chapel and concluding before the 8:30am First Saturday Mass on October 3rd.

Throughout October, the Respect Life Ministry at St. Mark will collect NEW baby items to support local mothers in need. Please drop off donations in the designated bins and a baby crib located in front of the Parish Hall.