August 26, Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time Pastor Rev. Brian Dinkel, IVE

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1 Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time Pastor Rev. Brian Dinkel, IVE Associate Pastors Rev. Thomas Steinke, IVE Rev. Jonathan Dumlao, IVE Rev. Wilian Montalvo, IVE Convent Superior Mother Marie Bon Secours, SSVM Servants of the Lord and Virgin of Matara Weekend Masses Sunday Vigil: 5 pm and 7:30 pm Sunday: 7:30 am, 9 am,10:30 am, 12 Noon, 2 pm & 5 pm, 6:30 pm (Spanish) & 8 pm Weekday Masses 6:30am, 8 am, 12 pm, 5:15 pm; also 7:30 pm Wednesday & 8am Saturday First Friday: 8 am, 12 pm, 5:15 pm & 7:30 pm Holy Day Masses Please see our website or contact the Rectory Office Confessions Sat: 3:30 pm - 5 pm Other Times: During all Saturday & Sunday Masses Mondays: During 12 Noon & 5:15 pm Masses Tues Fri: During 8 am, 12 Noon, 5:15 pm Masses August 26, Mission College Blvd. Santa Clara, CA (408) (More Offices & Ministries: Pg.7) Social Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church & Shrine Mission Statement Our Lady of Peace is a church and shrine dedicated to the greater glory of God and the salvation of souls. It is a place of prayer & pilgrimage with: Perpetual adoration of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament Devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary Frequent celebration of the Sacraments, particularly the Eucharist and Reconciliation Integrated formation of the person (spiritual, moral, intellectual and emotional)

2 Page 2 Our Lady of Peace August 26, 2018 Dear Friends, As we have been considering some forgotten virtues, it is now time for us to look at a virtue that is perhaps virtually unknown, the virtue of studiousness or studiosity. It is a virtue that is intimately related to the knowledge of the truth and our commitment to the search for truth. It is not easy to find a good translation for the Latin word studiositas. In everyday language studiousness is going to mean the particular dedication of a good student. St. Thomas Aquinas uses this term in a very precise sense, as a virtue. The word studium, means, a keen or vehement application of the mind to something. (S.Th., II- II, q. 166, a.1) So, it has to do with knowledge and we can talk about knowledge in two ways: the act of obtaining knowledge or knowing something and the act of the appetite to know. Within all of us we have desires or appetites, for example, in our bodily nature we naturally desire the pleasure of food, so too with respect to our soul, we naturally desire to know. All men have a natural desire for knowledge. (Aristotle, Metaphysics, I,1) The moderation of this desire to know (or any desire for that matter) comes from temperance. Therefore, according to St. Thomas, the moderation of our desire to know belongs to studiousness. Now, I know what you may be thinking here, moderation means I better study less in order to be virtuous kids don t use this one on your parents to avoid doing your homework. Moderation here means, explains St. Thomas, to avoid tending excessively to know things. When there is a lack of moderation in this area it is called curiosity. In this golden age of information, which offers limitless access and connection to content, it also has the negative effect of cultivating the vice opposed to studiousness, curiosity. We can become hooked on instant gratification and bored without immediate stimulation, which applies entirely to the possession of information, we want to know things immediately and with little effort. The internet demands our attention with provocative words like bombshell, unprecedented, sensational, just to name a few. We seek information in quick and easy packages served in bite-size morsels, reading only the headlines, or blogs, or top 10 lists, any video that is longer than 3 minutes, forget about it. Curiosity is actually a very big issue in our day; it is a common vice that seems to be harmless, but all you have to do is look at how many times people pull out their phones or devices without any purpose other than to know what s happening. Now with, instant messaging, TV, smart phones, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Netflix, just to name a few, we are in a perpetual state of binging and purging of information as we scan the web, flip through channels and swipe the screens. So, how do we cultivate studiousness? It will take effort. The word studium implies another latin word vehemens, which means very eager, impetuous, ardent, application of the mind towards the truth. Knowledge tends to the truth, a true truth, that is to say, one that is not merely subjective, but real, opposed to error. To begin to acquire this one must have some conditions set. These come from the lucid reflections of A.G. Sertillanges, The Intellectual Life. He says we must establish a zone of silence. Here reflection and real thought transpires or as Saint-Exupéry says silence is the space where the spirit can spread its wings. A spirit of recollection is also a necessary condition says Sertillanges, which helps us to really think things through and penetrate the depths of reality rather than remaining immersed in superficialities. Another condition is humility, which helps us to understand that we will always be students to the truth. I would like to conclude with a few ingredients for studiousness: concentration. We cannot be satisfied with a 5-second attention span, we can build up our mental endurance, it just takes time and practice. Continued on page 3 Announcements We joyfully welcome all visitors to the Shrine Next week s 2nd collection: Facilities Maintenance Fund Donuts and Coffee Sale The Knights of Columbus invite you to their donuts and coffee sale after all morning Masses. Tamales Sale on Sunday after Sunday Masses while supplies last. Petitions to be placed in the Heart of Mary We are now accepting petitions & donations in preparation for the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Please use the form on pages 5 & 6 and turn this in to the parish office by Sept. 1st. Catechism Classes Registrations are now open for Catechism classes and sacrament prep. Please see page 3 for office hours and more information. Women s Spiritual Exercises Retreat There will be a silent retreat available for women from September 7th to 9th. Please see page 4 or our website for details. Marian Exhibit Submissions for the Mary, Mother of all Nations Exhibit are now being accepted. Please see page 4 for more information. Total Consecration Registrations are now open. Talks and exercises are guided through the Consecration Group. Please see page 8 for more info.

3 Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time Page 3 The second ingredient is reading. Not just snippets and tidbits, tweets and snaps, but the classics. Here we are in contact with and formed by Homer, Plato, Augustine and Aquinas. We must know how to be selective in what we read. Why not read the best? The third ingredient is to exercise the memory. As St. Thomas Aquinas once wrote to a companion: Put whatever you can into the cupboard of your mind as if you were trying to fill a cup. Happy Studying! Mary, Our Lady of Peace, pray for us, Fr. Brian Bishop McGrath s Statement on Pennsylvania Grand Jury Findings Statement of Bishop Patrick J. McGrath Diocese of San Jose August 15, 2018 The news this week of the historic sexual abuse of minors in six Pennsylvania dioceses is truly horrific. Trust was first betrayed by these attacks on the innocent; however, the systematic cover-up and reassigning of these priests by their bishops and superiors is just as unforgivable. As I have stated on many occasions, we the Church and its ministers must abide by a higher standard. We are called to protect and keep safe children, the young and all vulnerable persons. There can be no short-cuts, nothing that can excuse immoral and sinful acts. The Diocese of San Jose remains committed to protecting God s children and to fostering the safest of environments in which to worship, learn and live. I echo the bishops in Pennsylvania who have asked for forgiveness. Yet we know that forgiveness does not absolve perpetrators of the consequences of these grave transgressions against the defenseless. Finally, I ask you to pray for the victims and their families. I would also request that you pray for the vast majority of priests present and past who have been faithful in their ministry. They, too, grieve for the terrible stain of this sin that has harmed so many. May God bless you all. Catechism Class Registrations Baptism, First Holy Communion, Confirmation, Continuing Education (from Kinder to 12th grade) Catechism Registrations are now open until September 1st. You can fill out a registration form ahead of time by going to our website: Adult Sacrament Prep Adults seeking classes for First Communion and Confirmation, please send an to Mother Bon Secours at adult.edu@olop-shrine.org. Interested in joining the Catholic Church? Inquire today! Send an to Mother Bon Secours at adult.edu@olop-shrine.org. Classes begin in September. Aug. 21st Sept. 1st Catechism Office Hours: Tuesday to Friday 10 am - 12 noon and 5:00 pm 7:00 pm Saturdays 9:00 am 12 noon If you have any additional questions, you can the Catechism office at olopccdoffice@servidoras.org

4 Page 4 Our Lady of Peace August 26, 2018 Women s Spiritual Exercises Silent Retreat September 7th, 8th, 9th Starting 9am on September 7th Camp St. Francis of Assisi 2320 Sumner Ave. Aptos, CA An artistic exhibit of statues and images of Our Blessed Mother from around the world Cost: $125 Exhibit Schedule Sept. 7 Sept. 8 & 9 Sept pm - 8pm 10am - 8pm 10am - 6pm Our Lady of Peace Family Learning Center Rooms This silent retreat is a condensed version of the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola, preached in English and Spanish separately by an IVE priest. The weekend will include: meditations, talks, Mass, and adoration, as well as an opportunity for Confession and spiritual advice. You are all encouraged and invited to submit for consideration any painting, framed image, or statue of Our Lady to be displayed at the exhibit. It should be approved for use in a Church and can be brought in to be exhibited. For an application, please go to and look on the events calendar. Turn the completed form in to the parish office or to an SSVM sister. If you need more information or transportation to the place, please call (650) or c.ourladyofpeace@servidoras.org Together in Holiness Marriage Enrichment Conference Saturday, September 29, :00AM to 3:30PM Church of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Belmont, CA Speakers: Dr. John & Mrs. Claire Grabowski; Rev. Joseph Illo; and Dr. Chris Stravitsch Mass celebrated by Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone Eucharistic Adoration Reconciliation Cost: $59/couple or $35/individual. Scholarships are also available upon request On-site childcare (2-12yrs); pre-registration required For more information, please visit togetherinholiness.org or Susie Lopez at susie@forlifeandfamily.org This is a wonderful opportunity to share your image with others as a special devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary! If you would like to submit an item for display, please visit -mother-nations-marian-exhibit/ and turn in the form by August 31, 2018 to the Consecration Group, at olop@consecrationgroup.org or by turning it in to the parish office.

5 Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time Page 5 Annual Celebration of the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary You and your loved ones are cordially invited to join us for the Annual Placing of Prayer Petitions into the Heart of Mary outside at the Shrine on: Sunday, September 9th after the 12pm Sunday Mass To participate, please fill out the following form with your prayer petitions, thankgiving, and/or names for loved ones. You may also attach an 8.5x11 page of petitions (one-sided, unstapled, unfolded, and untaped preferred). Please return this to the parish office via collection basked, mail, or in person). Your tax-deductible donations will be utilized by the parish to maintain the Shrine. Please write your petitions on the back of this page. Name: Address: City, State, Zip: Phone# We appreciate Our Lady of Peace Shrine and wish to pledge our support with our enclosed offering of $ Cash enclosed Check enclosed (payable to: Our Lady of Peace Shrine): Check # Credit Card Gift The issuer of the card indicated below is authorized to pay the amount shown upon proper presentation. I promise to pay such TOTAL subject to and in accordance with the agreement governing the use of such card. Credit Card: (Circle One) Discover Master Card Visa Card # Exp. Date / Signature Today s Date Submission Deadline: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 ST, 2018

6 Page 6 Our Lady of Peace August 26, 2018 Submission Deadline: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 ST, 2018 My Petitions: You are always welcome at Our Lady of Peace Church and Shrine, where our doors are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Shrine of our Blessed Mother has been a focal point for many people seeking inspiration, comfort, or to pray. We celebrate Holy Mass and offer the Sacrament of Reconciliation over 30 times a week. We have over 800 children in our religious education program Many conferences and resources are available to help you grow in holiness. Every hour, on the hour, in the Church (except when Mass or services held), you can join our adoration team in praying the Rosary followed by the Divine Mercy Chaplet. See the weekly bulletin for additional prayer times in Vietnamese and Spanish.

7 Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time Page 7 MASS INTENTIONS Saturday, August 25th 5 pm +Marjorie Roach, Death Anniversary 7:30 pm +Rufina Cruz Sunday, August 26th 7:30 am Teresita Kuntz, Thanksgiving 9 am +Louis & +Rosemary Trinko 10:30 am +Angel Villegas Sr., Death Anniversary Noon +Martin Handel, Special Intentions 2 pm Ron Hampton Gonzaga, Birthday 5 pm For the People 6:30 pm +Rosaura Peña, Death Anniversary 8 pm Juan Covarrubias, Birthday Monday, August 27th Noon Rolando Cayabyab, Birthday 5:15 pm Anthony Vincent Navarro, Thanksgiving Tuesday, August 28th Noon Joseph Cueto, Birthday 5:15 pm Elda Grijalva, Birthday Wednesday, August 29th Noon +Federico Bantugan, Death Anniversary 5:15 pm Adela A. Fabricante, Birthday 7:30 pm Filomena Chin, Health Thursday, August 30th Noon Paul Warren, Birthday 5:15 pm +Reynaldo E. Augustin Friday, August 31st Noon +Jose & +Mariano Abuan, Death Anniversary 5:15 pm +Rufina Cruz, Birthday Saturday, September 1st 5 pm +Richard Grijalva 7:30 pm +Perfecta O. Fang, Special Intentions Note: The numbers for the weekend of August 19th were not available at the time of printing and will be printed in next week s bulletin. Young Adults Group Activities Sunday Brunch Meetup September 9th, 2018 after the 10:30am Mass We will be going to Puesto on Augustine Drive. Please let us know if you are interested in coming! Works of Mercy First Sunday of each month September 2nd, October 7th, November 4th, December 2nd Friday Formation Nights Family Learning Center, Room 1104 at 7pm olopyoungadults@gmail.com for more information. You can also check us out on Facebook at Offices and Ministries Rectory (408) Monday: 9am - 4:30pm (closed 12pm - 1pm) Tue. Fri.: 9am - 7pm (closed 12pm - 1pm); Sat.: 9am - 1pm; Closed Sunday Catechism (408) Closed for Summer Adult Religious Edu. (408) x1113 Tue, Thurs, Fri: 5:30pm - 8:30pm Sat.: 9am - 1pm Library (408) x1214 Sun. - Tue.: 9am - 5pm, Wed.: 1pm - 3pm, Fri 9am - 5pm Gift Shop (408) St. Vincent de Paul 1-(800) Baptisms, Marriages, and Funerals Please contact the Rectory Office for more information.

8 Page 8 Our Lady of Peace August 26, 2018 Liturgical Vestments and Sacred Vessels What is the history of liturgical vestments? What is their meaning? How are they used in ceremonies? Why do they have different designs and colors? What is the history of sacred vessels? What is their meaning? How are they used in ceremonies? Why do they have difference shapes and materials? What are liturgical vestments and sacred vessels used in the Eastern rite? Monday, August 27th, :00pm 9:00pm Our Lady of Peace Church Family Learning Center 2800 Mission College Blvd. Santa Clara, CA Speaker: Fr. Michael Pintacura U.S.A. Vice Postulator TAIGI $10 Per Person (non-refundable) Tickets are sold at the door Free for Clergy & Religious Consecration Day Sunday, November 25th The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, during 2pm Mass FOR NEW ENROLLEES AND FOR THOSE RENEWING THEIR CONSECRATION Program begins on Saturday, October 20th According to St. Louis-Marie Grignon de Montfort REGISTRATIONS ARE OPEN! Contact us: olop@consecrationgroup.org

9 Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time Page 9 RELICS OF SAINT PIO TO VISIT THE DIOCESE OF SAN JOSE MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 TH, AM TO 7PM OUR LADY OF PEACE CHURCH & SHRINE 2800 MISSION COLLEGE BLVD. SANTA CLARA, CA A Mass in honor of Saint Padre Pio will be celebrated at 7:30pm by Rev. Brian Dinkel. For more information, please call (408) , or send an to: info@olop-shrine.org Sponsored by the

10 Page 10 Our Lady of Peace August 26, 2018 Devo on Schedule 15-Decade Rosary Santo Niño Novena Mass Rosario en Español Men of the Sacred Heart Holy Hour & Benedic on St. Anthony Novena with Mass Rosary in Vietnamese Mother of Perpetual Help Novena & Mass St Joseph the Worker Weds. - Mon. 6 PM - 7 PM First Monday 7 PM Mondays 8 PM Tuesdays 12 AM - 1 AM Tuesdays 11 AM Tuesdays 6 PM Tuesdays 8 PM Wednesdays Novena 7 PM Mass 7:30 PM Thursdays 7PM Our Lady of Peace Gi Shop Open 7 Days a Week August 2018: Month of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Feeding Faith Book Club August Featured Title: (20% off) On-Going Parish Activities Every Thursday Rosary of Protection at 10:45 am At the Mountain View Planned Parenthood (intersection of California & San Antonio) 1st Thursdays Our Lady of Vailankanni Novena & Holy Mass The novena will be at 7 pm followed by the Holy Mass at 7:30 pm Saturday Morning Roster for Altar Workers (September 1st) Rosalina Romuar, Cora Camat, Zenaida Labre, Arsenia Nicolas, Kathy Kha Every Saturday Rosary Making Classes at 9:30 am Held in the Old Hall from 9:30 am to 11 am for adults & children (materials provided) 2nd Saturdays Rosary at the Shrine at 8 am Rosary at the Shrine after 8am Mass for the beatification of Fr. Patrick Peyton, CSC Last Saturday of the Month Rosary at 9:15 am Come pray the rosary in front of the Planned Parenthood at 1691 The Alameda (Taylor & Naglee), San Jose. Other pro-life activists have been picketing and providing help to future mothers at this site for several decades. Call Maria Christine at nd Sundays Lay Carmelite meeting. Please contact Donna Rae Smith for further information: donareyesmusic@gmail.com Every 13th of the Month from May to October Fatima Mass & Procession 7:30 pm Holy Mass to be followed by a procession (if it is a Sunday the Holy Mass will be at 8 pm) Every 3rd Sunday - Altar Society Bake Sale after all morning masses - Cenacle Holy Hour to pray for Priests, Seminarians & Vocations at 3 pm (reg $49.95) A Catholic Introduc on to the Bible: The Old Testament By Dr. John Bergsma & Dr. Brant Pitre Gi Shop Hours Mon.: 11am 5:30pm Tues./Thurs.: 8:45am 7pm Wed./Fri.: 8:45am 8pm Living with the Saints Stop in to browse these & other great resources! August 11th Feast of St. Clare of Assisi August 14th Feast of St. Maximilian Kolbe August 28th Feast of St. Augus ne A Man for Others ($16.95) Will to Love ($9.50) The Confessions ($12.95) New Paperback Editions! Sat./Sun.: 9am 7pm Clare and Francis ($19.95) A remarkable achievement. Substan ve & systema c, it integrates history, theology, faith, reason, Scripture, and tradi on all in light of the living authority of the Church. Most Rev. Robert Barron, S.T.D., Auxiliary Bishop, Archdiocese of Los Angeles; Founder, Word on Fire Ministries Would You Bap ze an Extraterrestrial?.and other Ques ons ($16.99) Fill These Hearts: God, Sex, and the Universal Longing ($14.99)

11 Bulletin #: Our Lady of Peace Santa Clara, CA Contact: Elizabeth Nguyen (408) or (408) Backup Contact: Karen Ruiz (408) ext. 2125