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1 Closing of the Year-of of-faith November 24, Mission College Blvd., Santa Clara, CA Conducted by the Fathers of the Institute of the Incarnate Word Website: RECTORY Rev. Gustavo Nieto, IVE, Pastor (408) Rev. Samuel Leonard, IVE, Associate Pastor Rev. Juan Nuñez, IVE, Associate Pastor Rev. Joseph LoJacono, IVE, Associate Pastor CONVENT Servants of the Lord and the Virgin of Matara (408) Mother Maria Regina Pacis, SSVM, Superior OFFICE HOURS Rectory: Mon. 9am-4:30pm (closed 12-1); Tue. - Fri. 9am-7pm (closed 12-1pm); (408) Sat. 9am-1pm; Closed Sunday Catechism: Tues. & Thu. 9-11:30am & 5:30-8pm; Wed. 9-11:30am & 3-6pm; (408) Sat. 9am-1pm Adult Religious Ed: Tue. - Fri. 2 to 7pm; Sat. 9am-1pm (408) Library: Sun.-Tue. 9am-5pm, Wed. 1pm-3pm, Fri 9am-5pm (Ext. 1214) (Located in the Family Learning Center Room 1214) Music Ministry: Contact Bernadette Arnold (Ext. 2217) MASSES Sunday Vigil: Sat. 5pm & 7:30pm Sunday: 7:30am, 9:00am,10:30am, 12noon, & 5pm, 6:30pm (Spanish) & 8pm Holy Days: Please see our website or call the Rectory Office Weekdays: 8am, 12noon, 5:15pm; also 7:30pm Wed. & 8am Sat. First Friday: 8am, 12noon, 5:15pm, 7:30pm CONFESSIONS Saturdays: 3:30pm - 5pm Other times: During all Sat & Sun Masses Mon. during the 12noon & 5:15pm Masses Tue - Fri. during the 8am, 12noon; 5:15pm Masses GIFT SHOP (408) St. Vincent de Paul (800) BAPTISMS, MARRIAGES & FUNERALS: Please contact the Rectory Office for arrangements (For Marriages please contact the office before setting the date.) Our Lady of Peace 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 November 24, st Reading: 2 Samuel 5:1-3 Psalm: Psalms 122:1-5 2nd Reading: Colossians 1:12-20 Gospel: Luke 23:35-43 FROM OUR PASTOR Dear Parishioners, On this Sunday which closes the liturgical year, the Church celebrates the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. The Solemnity of Christ the King was instituted in 1925 by Pope Pius XI in his famous encyclical letter Quas Primas. In 1970 its observance was moved to the last Sunday of Ordinary Time and adopted by Anglicans, Lutherans, and many other Protestants along with the new Revised Common Lectionary, as well as by the Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia In his 1969 motu proprio, Mysterii Paschalis, the Holy Father Paul VI gave the celebration a new title: Our Lord Jesus Christ King of the Universe. He also gave it a new date in order to make clear the eschatological importance of this Sunday : the last Sunday in the liturgical year. He assigned to it the highest rank, that of Solemnity. At the end of the letter Quas Primas, Pope Pius XI briefly enumerated the blessings which he hoped and prayed may accrue to the Church, to society, and to each one of the faithful, as a result of the public veneration of the Kingship of Christ. These were the Holy Father s expectations which I d like to share with you so that we may make them our own: - When we pay honor to the princely dignity of Christ, men will doubtless be reminded that the Church, founded by Christ as a perfect society, has a natural and inalienable right to perfect freedom and immunity from the power of the state; and that in fulfilling the task committed to her by God of teaching, ruling, and guiding to eternal bliss those who belong to the kingdom of Christ, she cannot be subject to any external power. The state is bound to extend similar freedom to the orders and communities of religious of either sex, who give most valuable help to the Bishops of the Church by laboring for the extension and the establishment of the kingdom of Christ. By their sacred vows they fight against the threefold concupiscence of the world; by making profession of a more perfect life they render the holiness which her divine Founder willed should be a mark and characteristic of his Church more striking and more conspicuous in the eyes of all. - Nations will be reminded by the annual celebration of this feast that not only private individuals but also rulers and princes are bound to give public honor and obedience to Christ. It will call to their minds the thought of the last judgment, wherein Christ, who has been cast out of public life, despised, neglected and ignored, will most severely avenge these insults; for his kingly dignity demands that the State should take account of the commandments of God and of Christian principles, both in making laws and in administering justice, and also in providing for the young a sound moral education. - The faithful, moreover, by meditating upon these truths, will gain much strength and courage, enabling them to form their lives after the true Christian ideal. If to Christ our Lord is given all power in heaven and on earth; if all men, purchased by his precious blood, are by a new right subjected to his dominion; if this power embraces all men, it must be clear that not one of our faculties is exempt from his empire. He must reign in our minds, which should assent with perfect submission and firm belief to revealed truths and to the doctrines of Christ. He must reign in our wills, which should obey the laws and precepts of God. He must reign in our hearts, which should spurn natural desires and love God above all things, and cleave to him alone. He must reign in our bodies and in our members, which should serve as instruments for the interior sanctification of our souls, or to use the words of the Apostle Paul, as instruments of justice unto God (Ro 6:13). If all these truths are presented to the faithful for their consideration, they will prove a powerful incentive to perfection. As we read this beautiful words it is also our fervent desire, that those who are without the fold may seek after and accept the sweet yoke of Christ, and that we, who by the mercy of God are of the household of the faith, may bear that yoke, not as a burden but with joy, with love, with devotion; that having lived our lives in accordance with the laws of God s kingdom, we may receive full measure of good fruit, and counted by Christ good and faithful servants, we may be rendered partakers of eternal bliss and glory with him in his heavenly kingdom. Fr. Gustavo Nieto, IVE Announcements We joyfully welcome all visitors to the Shrine! The Knights of Columbus donut sale after all morning masses. St. Vincent de Paul Thanksgiving Food Drive ends Tues, Nov. 16 See Page 6 for more details Original Oil Painting of St. Anthony of Padua from South America will be auctioned off on Thursday, December 12th between 7-am & 8-am, during the breakfast after 5-am Mananitas & Mass. Get 5 Raffle tickets for a $5 donation. Winners need not be present to win. Tickets available daily after 5:15-pm Mass (M-F) in Old Hall or call Mrs. Eva Kirschbaum at Annual Open House and Free Christmas Concert Friday, December 13 Everyone is invited! The celebration starts at 4:00pm in the Rectory Office followed by a FREE concert at 7:30 pm in the church. The Cherubim & St. Cecilia Choirs, with Soloists and Guest Musicians will be conducted by Music Director, Bernadette Arnold. If you would like to sing-a-long, you may bring your own music score of Handel's Messiah or copies will be available at the door for a small donation. Details on pg. 8. Simbang Gabi (the traditional Filipino Christmas Novena) starts Mon., Dec. 16 Holy Mass at 5AM with fellowship & breakfast to follow. All are welcome! More details on pg. 7

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5 Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe Page 5 Sacrament Preparation ADULT FAITH FORMATION Continuing Education ADULT RELIGIOUS EDUCATION OFFICE OFFICE HOURS CONTACT FACEBOOK MONDAY, TUESDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY MARGARET SANCHAGRIN 3 pm to 7pm msanchagrin@dsj.org Located next to the Gift Shop Catholic Faith Fellowship ixáñxüá tçw U uäx fàâwçm Âg{x \ÇytÇvç atüütà äxáê j à{ YÜA TÇà{ÉÇç [xüçtçwxé Tuesday Evenings 7:15 8:45pm December 3, 10, and 17 FLC Room 1101 (Church Hall, 2nd Tuesday of the month) Join us for a pot-luck and meet the new members of the Catechumenate You re invited to a pot-luck on Sunday, December 1, 2013, following the 12:00 noon Mass to meet the new members of the Catechumenate. As inquirers into the Catholic Faith experience an initial conversion and begin to enter into a relationship with God in Christ, they publicly declare their intention to enter the Church. The Church formally accepts the inquirers into her midst as catechumens. This is done at the Rite of Acceptance into the order of Catechumens. The Rite of Acceptance into the Order of Catechumens is of the utmost importance because these individuals are assembling publicly for the first time to declare their intention to the Church and the Church in turn carrying out its apostolic mission, accepts them as persons who intend to become its members. Please remember to keep all of our inquirers in your prayers. Bring a dish and meet in rooms following the Mass, and welcome those who want to enter the Church. If you have any questions, please call the Adult Religious Education office at We look forward to seeing you there. Clase de Bautismo para Padres y Padrinos Las clases para Padres y Padrinos se ofrecen a lo largo del año. Tendrá que asistir a dos clases; En Vida Cristiana y Ceremonia de Bautismo. Las Clases se encuentran los viernes por la tarde de 7:15 hasta las 8:30pm y se ofrecen en inglés y español. Si sirve de un padrino en otra parroquia, por favor pida un certificado del Catequista después de completar su segunda sesión. Esta clase está bien durante dos años. Clases en español - FLC Salón 1104 En Vida Cristiana December 6, 2013 Ceremonia de Bautismo December 20, 2013 Baptism Seminar for Parents and God-Parents Classes for Parents and God-parents are offered throughout the year. You will need to attend two classes; On Christian Living and Ceremony of Baptism. The Classes meet on Friday Evenings from 7:15 to 8:30pm and are offered in English and Spanish. If you are serving as a godparent at another parish, please ask for a certificate from the Catechist after completing your second session. This class is good for two years. Classes in English - FLC Room 1101 On Christian Living December 20, 2013 Ceremony of Baptism December 6, 2013

6 Page 6 Our Lady of Peace November 24, 2013 SAT. 8:00 AM All Souls Novena :00 PM Zaldy De La Cuesta, Birthday 7:30 PM Campanilla & Murillo Families SUN. 7:30 AM For the People :00 AM Virgilio Delin, Sr. & George Delin, Sr. 10:30 AM Frank Richard Barrera & Nikole Kalami Pierce, Birthdays 12 NOON End of Year-of-Faith Closing Mass 5:00 PM Edward Superior, Jr., Birthday 6:30 PM All Souls Novena/Todas Las Almas 8:00 PM Gerardo Garcia MON. 8:00 AM Maria Mendoza & Ethel F. George NOON Luz Sistoza, Death Anniversary 5:15 PM All Souls Novena TUE. 8:00 AM All Souls Novena NOON Tony Motamedi, Health & Special Intentions & Zari Mohazzab, Birthday & Special Intentions 5:15 PM Katrina Underwood, Death Anniversary & Underwood Family, Special Intentions WED. 8:00 AM Trinidad Cundangan, Death Anniversary NOON All Souls Novena 5:15 PM All Souls 7:30 PM Beth de Dios, Thanksgiving THUR. 8:00 AM Virginia Camposano, Death Anniversary & Virgie Camposano 12 NOON Paula Rosagas, Death Anniversary 5:15 PM All Souls Novena FRI. 8:00 AM All Souls Novena NOON Antonio Bautista 5:15 PM All Souls SAT. 8:00 AM Dominador Camposano, Jr. & Judith C. Tecson :00 PM All Souls Novena 7:30 PM Kidney Donor & Souls in Purgatory *** Mass intention book is now closed. The book will re-open on December 3, 2013 for the months of January, February & March. Thank you for your generosity! Due to personnel changes weekend totals are not available at this time. We will be posting them here as soon as we can. Thank you for your patience and understanding. St. Vincent de Paul Society at Our Lady of Peace Church THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE ENDING TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26 Thank you so much for your generosity to help us serve the needy. Here is a list of non-perishable food items that you can donate for our food pantry. Food Shopping List NO fresh (ie milk, cheese, meat, etc), glass, expired or other perishable items Canned: -Vegetables -Fruit -Soups -Tuna - Milk - Cooking Oil - Rice and Beans - Pasta - Macaroni & Cheese - Cake Mix - Jello Pudding Mix - Breakfast Cereals - Pancake Mix - Stuffing Mix - Instant Potatoes - Peanut Butter

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10 Page 10 Our Lady of Peace Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe Nov Feast Days 25 St. Catherine of Alexandria 30 St. Andrew Events Thanksgiving Weekend (Rectory Closed) Dec Feast Days 3 St. Francis Xavier 4 St. John Damascene 6 St. Nicolas 7 St. Ambrose Events 6 First Friday All-Night-Vigil (ending with an early morning 5AM Mass) 7 Spanish IVE 3rd Order Mtg (in the gym at 6pm) 12 5AM Manañitas with reception after 13 Rectory Open House 4-7pm 13 Gaudate Christmas Concert 7:30pm 14 English IVE 3rd Order Mtg after the 5pm Mass Calendar of Events SCHEDULE OF CHURCH DEVOTIONS Full 15-Decade Rosary Santo Niño Novena Rosario en Español Holy Hour St. Anthony Novena with Mass Rosary in Vietnamese Men of the Sacred Heart Mother of Perpetual Help Novena and Mass St Joseph the Worker s Holy Hour Intercessory Prayer Group Weds-Mon 6-7 PM Mondays 7:00PM Mondays 8:00 PM Tuesdays 11AM Tuesdays 6 PM Tuesdays 8 PM Tuesdays 12AM-1AM Wednesdays 7 PM Thursdays 7PM Fridays 11PM On-Going Parish Ac vi es Thursday 10:45 A.M. Pray the Rosary for the protec on of the unborn and born babies at star ng at 10:45 A.M. at the Mountain View Planned Parenthood at the intersec on of California and San Antonio. Saturday 9:30 A.M. Rosary Making Classes are held in the Old Hall, 9:30 to 11 a.m. for adults & children (materials provided). All are welcome! Saturday Morning Roster for Altar Workers (Nov 30) Mila dela Concha, Elda Grijalva, Judy Blas, Irene Guerrero Every 2nd Saturday Rosary at the Shrine a er 8am Mass for the bea fica on of Fr. Patrick Peyton, CSC Last Saturday of the 9:15 AM All pro-lifers are welcome to pray the rosary in front of the Planned Parenthood abortuary at 1691 The Alameda (Taylor & Naglee), San Jose. Other pro-life ac vists have been picke ng and providing help to future mothers at this site for several decades every Saturday & will welcome your support. Call Clark Beck at Every 3rd Sunday Altar Society Bake Sale a er all morning masses. Cenacle Mass and Holy Hour to pray for Priests, Seminarians & Voca ons at 3PM WEDDING BANNS Melville Anto Cheryeth of Santa Clara, CA (formerly from Trichur, Kerala, India), son of Anto Joseph Cheryeth & Shally Anto Cheryeth intends to marry Neha Stephen of North Chalakjoy, Trichur, Kerala, India, daughter of Stephen Pudussery Ha alan and Merly Stephen. The betrothal ceremony will be held at St. Joseph s Church in North Chalakudy by Fr. Antony Manjaly, and the wedding ceremony to follow at another parish. ANYONE HAVING KNOWLEDGE OF ANY OBSTACLE TO THE PROPROSED BETROTHAL AND/OR MARRIAGE HAS AN OBLIGATION IN CONSCIENCE TO MAKE IT KNOWN TO THE PASTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. Free Thanksgiving Dinner For anyone in our community who is in need of a hot meal and a warm, friendly environment for the Thanksgiving Holiday. All Families Welcome: Adults & Children Thursday, November 28, Noon to 3 PM St. Clare s Parish Hall (Corner of Lexington & Lafayette Streets) Dinner will include: Salad, Turkey, Stuffing, Massed Potatoes, Vegetables, Rolls & Butter, Dessert, Coffee, Fruit Punch & Water For more information turkeydnr@gmail.com Sponsored by the Marsalli Family Foundation 501C#

11 Bulletin #: Our Lady of Peace Santa Clara, CA (408) or Contact: Grace Laxamana x2104 Back-up Contact: Karen Ruiz