ST. JUSTIN PARISH COMMUNITY

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1 ST. JUSTIN PARISH COMMUNITY 2655 Homestead Road, Santa Clara, CA (408) ~ Thirtieth in Ordinary Time How do I measure what I or others deserve? The Twenty-Third Day of October of 2016 Weekend Masses Saturday Vigil 5:00 p.m. 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 a.m., 12:15 and 7:00 p.m. Holy Days of Obligation, 12:15 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Parish Office Hours Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Closed for lunch 12:00-1:15 p.m. Weekday Masses Monday-Friday Saturday 8:00 a.m. Reconciliation Saturdays 3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. or by appointment

2 PASTORAL STAFF Rev. Christopher Bransfield, Pastor , x 107, cbransfield@dsj.org Rev. Gerald Nwafor, Parochial Vicar , x 113, gnwafor@dsj.org Ms. Karen Suty, Principal , x 232, ksuty@dsj.org Mr. Joe Bauer, Pastoral Associate, Facilities, Community Ministry x 109, jbauer@dsj.org Mrs. Mary Kane, Director of Faith Formation x 104, mykane@dsj.org Mrs. Lillian Kwiatkowski, Music Director x 112, lkwiatkowski@dsj.org Ms. Laura Ortiz, Office Manager x 102, lortiz@dsj.org Ms. Diane Serrianne, Receptionist x 100, dserrianne@dsj.org Rev. James Okafor, In Residence PHONE NUMBERS Parish Offices: Monday-Friday, 9:00-5:00 p.m. closed 12:00-1:15 p.m. Fax: Website: Catechetical Ministry Ext. 102 Ministry to the Sick Ext. 113 Youth Ministry Ext. 104 Liturgical Ministry Ext. 107 Community Ministry School Office Thrift Store Current Hours: Monday-Friday 9-2:30 p.m. Saturday 9-3:00 p.m. 10-3:00 p.m. Upcoming Second Offerings Your generosity is appreciated. *Denotes Parish Second Collection. 11/6 Community Ministry* 11/20 Campaign for Human Development Two People Went Up to the Temple Walking through the seminary for almost a score was a very tough thing to do. Sometimes I was on the brink of expulsion, and sometimes it was at the point of I can't take this anymore; I want to go home. I looked back and thanked God that I survived and became a priest, but the experiences of the institution never went away from my mind. It was 1991 when we came back from summer break, the long vacation we call it in Nigeria. 100% of the seminarians were living in the seminary dormitory. So the first day is always chaotic and rowdy. A lot of luggage would be outside the dormitory waiting to be examined and searched before the owner would take them into the dormitory. Sometimes you would go to the bathroom to use the toilet. Then return to wait your turn for the screening. A lot of boxes look familiar and similar. That was my final year in the high school, and I have never had any problems with my luggage. I always tag my box with a piece of cloth to identify it from other boxes. I came to the school president and handed over the list contents that were in my box. He looked at it uninterestingly and said I should open the box. That was the first problem. I Our Second Collection for World Mission was $2, Thank you for your continued generosity! WEEKLY STEWARDSHIP REPORT OCTOBER 16, 2016 Goal $12, st Collection $11, Direct Deposit $ Online Giving $1, Variance <$5.50> couldn't open the box because the number I was using is not a matching number. It was a joke at the beginning until the time started counting. The seminarians behind me were agitated, started making comments and the school president suggested that I should step aside to sort myself out and figure out how to open the box. Finally, I could not and normally the solution is to take me to the principal's office to await for anybody who must have misplaced his box too. While the principal was asking me about the trademarks of my box, another young boy came in crying with a box that looked like mine. The principal is too familiar with this kind of case. So he tells the kid to try his keys on mine, and I should try mine on his. We did and the boxes open. The principal would always say, "Two people went up to pray, one justified the other not." He said as an older student I should be wiser and smarter to know my bag after six years. The freshman was allowed to go Scott-free. We the first Christians should not be too sure of ourselves, we should be humble enough to give room for our imperfections, so God can find a space in our hearts to forgive us and have mercy. Fr. Gerald All Saints Day, November 1, is a holy day of obligation. Masses will be held at, 12:15 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. During the month of November we remember and honor our deceased family and friends. Beginning October 29th We invite you to bring framed pictures of your deceased loved ones and place them on the tables by the baptismal font. All Souls envelopes will also be available at the entrances of the church. Page 2 30th in Ordinary Time October 23, 2016

3 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 8:00 a.m. STAND AND BE COUNTED Registering in a parish is a declaration of your desire to be part of a Catholic community and a commitment in all its dimensions brings you advantages, recognition, and responsibilities of many kinds. Being a registered parishioner makes things much easier when it is time for infant Baptism, weddings, when asked to be a Baptismal or Confirmation Sponsor and even funerals. Mass Dedications for the Week of October 24 October 30, notes deceased Marge Stemzynski Ann Marie Ashby + Anna Sandoval + Zenaida Mendoza + Carrie Tamayo + Perpetua de Jesus + Francisco Neves + Agnes Affonso + We are often asked to provide affidavits for Baptismal and Confirmation Sponsors. We can only do this if a person is a registered, active and contributing member. Sat., 5:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 10:30a.m. 12:15 p.m. 7:00 p.m. So, are you a registered parishioner? If not, please consider registering. Registration forms are available in the Parish Ministry Center or online at Mary Bich Vu Harold Boyd + In Thanksgiving Rodrigo Mendez, Jenny Lyn Mendez, Johnny Respicio FOR ALL PARISHIONERS Regina Saenz + Segundo Bosas + Jose Bosas + Primitiva Valdez + We pray for those who are ill or suffering from loneliness, sadness, or depression. We pray for those who care for them. We pray for our deceased family and friends. We pray for our men and women who are serving in the military. This week we pray especially for those who are ill or preparing for surgery: Renie Altamera, Tony Bell, Flavia Busche, Joseph Caffall, Ann Cambra, Mariano Covarrubias, Victor D. Esguerra, Val Feliciano, Steve Fertitta, Lizabeth Gutierrez, Ann Hurley, Mary Ellen, George Leger, Katherine Armenta Palmer, Rich Rojas, Marge Stemzynski, Betty Terra, Kory Tribbin And for those who have died: Jorge Manuel Mireles, Cherie Willcox To have a person added to the Prayer Request, please call the Parish Office at ext. 100 ORGANIZATIONS PARISH COUNCIL Thai Tran FINANCE COUNCIL Mary Sparacino STABLEMATES (Men s Club) Jim Newton LADIES GUILD Julia Cardoza GUADALUPE SOCIETY Maria Marquez ALTAR SERVERS Stephen Russell KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, COUNCIL #3523 Lary James gk@kofc3523.org FIL-AM ORGANIZATION Manny Balce St. Justin Guadalupe Society Fundraiser, October 23rd 9-2:00 p.m. Small Hall Chicken Enchilada Rice Plate $6.00 save the date! Annual BBQ Rib Dinner Saturday, November 12, 2016 Presented by: St. Justin Stablemates and Ladies Guild Tostada Plate $5.00 Pan Dulce 60 Mexican Hot Chocolate 60 Page 3 30th in Ordinary Time October 23, 2016

4 CATECHETICAL MINISTRY NEWS Call or Laura Ortiz, (408) ext. 100, for registration information. If you have any questions about our programs, contact Mary Kane at (408) ext. 104 GENERAL INFORMATION Faith Formation is more than just religious education. It is a life long journey towards a deeper relationship with Christ. Ongoing Faith Formation Classes Have Begun!!! It s not too late to register! Registration forms are available online at st-justin.org, in the Parish Office or at the entrances of the church. Classes for Pre-K3 through 1 st Grade: 9:00-10:00am. 2 nd Grade through 8 th Grade: 10:15-11:30am Sacramental Preparation Program You should have completed Section 2, pages 8-13 in your faith sharing books. High School Confirmation Classes Session: 7 Where am I Going? 5:30-7:00 p.m. Parish Ministry Center Please keep our candidates in your prayers. They will celebrate the Rite of Welcome at the 5:00 p.m., Saturday, October 29th Mass, after their day of retreat. RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) Our next meeting is Tuesday, October 25th at 7:00-8:30pm in the PMC. Come with any questions that you may have about faith, religion, and the Catholic Church. This program is for adults who are seeking baptism, or were baptized Catholic but have not celebrated the sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist. This is a process marked by liturgical rites that are celebrated with the community. This process is centered on the readings and includes attending Mass. For those who are spiritually prepared, they will receive the Sacraments of Initiation, (Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist) during the Easter Vigil. CLOW (Children s Liturgy of the Word) During the 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Masses, children are dismissed to the Parish Ministry Center Chapel for an age appropriate Liturgy of the Word. The children return to church during the Presentation of the Gifts. Are you spiritually attracted to the Catholic faith? Are you married to a Catholic and have thought about converting to Catholicism? Would you like to learn more about the Catholic Faith? You are welcome to participate in our RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) program. We meet in a small group setting to learn about our faith, scripture, Church history, prayers, and our understanding of social justice. For more information, contact Mary Kane, mykane@dsj.org. Material Requests We are very grateful that our parishioners have responded most generously to all our requests. At this time our craft supply storage is filled to capacity. We will notify you when we are able to receive further craft donations. Thank you for your continued generosity!!! Bible Study with Fr. Chris & Fr. Gerald every Friday, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. in the Parish Ministry Center. Page 4 30th of Ordinary Time October 23, 2016

5 COMMUNITY MINISTRY HELP WANTED As you know, the heart of Community Ministry is our volunteers. We are presently looking for more help in our Food Pickup department. We pick up food at Lucky s Grocery store every morning, we pick up donations at Target on Monday, Wednesday and Friday early afternoon, we pick up food from the Second Harvest Food Bank on Tuesday and Thursday mornings and we pick up bread from Sara Lee Bakery on Tuesday afternoons. We are especially searching for Bread Run help but would like to add to our volunteer base to spell those who are doing the other food pickup runs as well. Contact Joe at Ex 109 or jbauer@dsj.org if you are interested and available. Outreach Dinner Our next Outreach Dinner will be taking place on, October 30, beginning at 1:30 p.m. in our Parish Small Hall. All Senior Citizen Members of our Parish are invited, along with a guest, to this meal followed by BINGO. MINISTRY NEWS Financial Assistance for Parishioners St. Justin Community Ministry has set aside some funds to provide Parishioners with limited Financial Assistance when facing unexpected issues. If you find yourself in need, contact Joe Bauer at extension 109 or jbauer@dsj.org Food & Diaper Collection Most of you are aware of the Community Ministry Collection Barrels that are located in our Church. During the month of October, we will continue to request canned Soup, Pork & Beans, Chili, Macaroni & Cheese and Tomato Sauce. We are also in need of Baby Food (Fruits and Vegetables) as well as Baby Diapers (Size 3 5). These are items that we do not receive often from the Second Harvest Food Bank. Please feel free to drop donations in the barrels in the Church, the barrel in the Foyer of the School or bring items to the Parish Office. Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Needed For those of you who have back yard fruit trees with an over abundance of fruit and/ or gardens with vegetables please consider donating what you can to Community Ministry. The fruit and vegetables are a welcome addition to the food that we distribute to those seeking assistance. TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION Imagine the frustration of bishops who work strenuously over their ad limina reports, directing study committees, assembling data, honing the texts, traveling to Rome to the threshold, only to have it all collapse into a fifteen-minute group meeting with the pope. More than a few have grumbled at the weight of this treasure from our tradition, yet from the pope s vantage point, they are essential to his ministry. Pope John Paul II recalled his own experience as the Bishop of Kraków, visiting with Pope Paul VI in the late 1960s and early 1970s. The memory of those individual visits caused him to strengthen the format, assuring each of the world s 2,744 bishops a privileged fifteen private minutes with the pope every five years. If you wonder what the pope does all day, the thought of dealing with five hundred bishops a year and reading their detailed reports on diocesan life should help fill up the calendar. Pope John Paul II used to say that he approached each individual meeting with the personal goal of learning something new about the Church, and his lively interest made the visits immensely worthwhile. The content of the private meetings remains under a privilege of secrecy, or as Cardinal Theodore McCarrick once said, You re only supposed to quote the pope if he tells a joke. Rev. James Field, Copyright J. S. Paluch Co. Just a reminder to check all parish activities, go to our website at Click on the CALENDAR link, and you will find where it is being held and the times. Page 5 30th of Ordinary Time October 23, 2016

6 Jubilee Year of Mercy October 23, 2016 Thirtieth in Ordinary Time Today s Gospel graces us with a beautiful prayer that can make every day of our lives a jubilee of mercy: O God, be merciful to me a sinner (Luke 18:13). Religious Israelites despised the tax collector who prayed it, for collaborating with Gentile occupiers and handling currency that bore the divine emperor s graven image. But the Pharisee s long-winded selfcongratulation, mixed with selfrighteous condemnation, was no prayer at all. The Pharisee... spoke this prayer to himself (18:11, emphasis added). Praying the tax collector s simple, sincere, succinct cry for mercy acknowledges our own sinfulness, and welcomes other sinners as brothers and sisters with whom we can identify, even empathize, echoing Pope Francis famous comment about not being the one to judge. Indeed, the tax collector went home justified (18:14), that is, restored to God s friendship, for God s mercy is not prize achieved but gift received. Let your prayer be brief: for tax collector, prodigal son, and dying thief were all reconciled to God by a single phrase! (Saint John Climacus, 7th century). Peter Scagnelli, Copyright J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. If you suspect abuse in your parish, school or in the Diocese of San Jose, please contact: Child Protective Services ; Call 911; or The Diocesan Office for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults, or protection@dsj.org. If you suspect financial mismanagement in your parish, school or in the Diocese of San Jose, please contact: EthicsPoint: dsj.ethicspoint.com. Pope makes Mercy Friday visit to home for the Children ROME (CNS) -- Continuing his monthly Year of Mercy visits to people in particularly vulnerable situations, Pope Francis spent an afternoon Oct. 14 at Rome's SOS Children's Village. The village, which includes five houses, attempts to provide a home-like atmosphere for children under the age of 12 whose parents cannot care for them. A maximum of six children and a house mother live in each of the houses at the village. According to the Vatican press office, "The boys and girls, accompanied by staff from the center, showed the pope the village's green space, which has a mini-soccer field and a small playground. The children showed the Holy Father their rooms and their toys, and he listened to their stories and stayed for a snack with them." WHAT: Over 50 different workshops that connect with prayer and calls forth an action for justice. Workshops will be offered in English, Spanish and Vietnamese. The conference will address questions such as: Where do I find hope? What does the Catholic Church teach? What are the best practices for ministry in a parish or parish school? How can I open wide the door of my heart to Christ? WHO: All of those interested in enriching their faith are welcome! In the past years over 2,000 attendees When Pope Francis announced the Year of Mercy, he said that he would try each month in private to fulfill one of the works of mercy. Since December, his Mercy Friday visits have included spending time with migrants, the aged, at a recovery community for former drug addicts and at a shelter for women rescued from human trafficking and prostitution. In September, he visited the neonatal unit of a Rome hospital, then went to a hospice, spending time with people who are dying and with their loved ones. By Cindy wooden Catholic News Service FAITH FORMATION CONFERENCE from all over Northern California attended. If you're a parish minister, catechetical leader, catechist, teacher, youth minister or youth leader or perhaps you want to learn more about the Catholic faith - this conference is for you! WHEN: Friday and Saturday, December 2nd and 3rd WHERE: San Jose Convention Center FOOD: Concessions will be available throughout the Convention Center. WEBSITE: Page 6 30th in Ordinary Time October 23, 2016

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8 CHURCH NAME AND ADDRESS St. Justin Church # Homestead Road Santa Clara, CA TELEPHONE CONTACT PERSON Laura Ortiz SOFTWARE MSPublisher 2007 Adobe Acrobat X Windows 10 TRANSMISSION TIME Tuesday 11:00 SUNDAY DATE OF PUBLICATION October 23, 2016 NUMBER OF PAGES SENT 1 through 8 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

9 The Knights of Columbus Fr. Joseph Geary Council of St. Justin and St. Martin parishes will be conducting its annual fund raising drive to benefit people with intellectual disabilities the weekend of Oct. 22nd - 23rd. Council members and family members will be asking for donations after the weekend Masses outside the church. The funds are raised for the Special Olympics and Parents Helping Parents organization who both help individuals with disabilities. Any contributions you can make will be greatly appreciated. Congratulations to the Newly Baptized Zoe Buada Taven Dela Fuente Camila Enriquez Gianluca Ghezzi Troy Le Nyles Roadilla Caeleb Tepora Fall is a beautiful season full of color and crisp fresh air. A Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend is like autumn because it s a weekend full of fresh air, new beginnings and a time to rejoice in the beauty of your marriage and family. It s a great time to rekindle communication and enjoy a weekend away. The next Marriage Encounter Weekend is November 11-13, 2016 at Vallambrosa Center, Menlo Park. For more information: Website: sanjosewwme.org Ken & Claranne at applications@sanjosewwme.org Marriage Anniversaries If your anniversary is coming up, please let us know! Laura Ortiz at ext. 102 or lortiz@dsj.org