ST. JUSTIN PARISH COMMUNITY

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1 ST. JUSTIN PARISH COMMUNITY 2655 Homestead Road, Santa Clara, CA (408) ~ Twenty-Seventh in Ordinary Time When have you experienced the power of faith? The Second 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. WEEKLY STEWARDSHIP REPORT SEPTEMBER 25, 2016 Goal $12, st Collection $10, Direct Deposit $ Online Giving $ Variance <$1,261.00> As I write this, I am on a pilgrimage in Lourdes, France. For those who are unfamiliar with Lourdes, it is the place where the Blessed Virgin appeared to a poor fourteen year old girl, Bernadette Soubiroux. The first apparition occurred February 11, 1858 and there were eighteen in all, with the last taking place on July 16, Bernadette was sent with her younger sister to gather firewood when a beautiful lady appeared to her in a grotto called Massabielle. Bernadette was the only one to see the vision, although at times many other people were with her. On one of the visits, the vision told Bernadette to drink of the water of the spring in the grotto itself, the existence was unknown, but immediately water gushed forth. On another occasion, the apparition instructed Bernadette to tell the priest she wished a chapel to be built on the spot and processions to be made to the grotto. During her sixteenth vision, Bernadette asked the lady her name and finally the woman said, I am the Immaculate Conception. Now Bernadette was from a very poor family, the oldest of nine children and uneducated and it is highly unlikely that she knew about the document of The Immaculate Conception since it was only decreed four years earlier. The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes, the Immaculate Conception, is a destination for pilgrims from all over the world; drawn to the waters by miraculous healings and miracles. Around one million people come to Lourdes each year! Every evening, there are two processions, the first is the Blessed Sacrament procession. A bishop or priest carries the Blessed Sacrament followed by priests who concelebrate the rite, following them are the pilgrims, many who are in wheelchairs, many who are in beds barely able to sit up. They are lovingly pushed by the many volunteers who come to Lourdes each year just to offer their assistance to those in need. During the procession The Faithful Prayed there were meditations, hymns, and prayers in countless languages. It was humbling to see the outpouring of love for those who were ill or disabled, and the sheer number of so many people in need of healing. The procession ends in the underground Basilica of St. Pius X, a modern concrete building that can accommodate 25,000 pilgrims! (The day that I participated in the procession, there were approximately 15,000 pilgrims!) The second procession each evening is the Torchlight Marian Procession and is led by pilgrims bearing a replica of the statue of the Virgin Mary. Most people carry a candle, much like our procession during the Easter Vigil. The focus of this procession is the rosary, and all five decades are recited in many languages. How powerful an experience to be part of so many pilgrims all praying the Rosary and praising the Virgin Mary. One of the most powerful homilies I have heard was about a parent and son going on a pilgrimage to Lourdes. The son had a disability and was unable to walk, so they were going to Lourdes so that he would be healed. The priest giving the homily explained that he was praying every day to the Lord for wisdom and guidance for when they would return from Lourdes, with the son still unable to walk. As soon as they returned, the priest spotted the father and son, still in a wheelchair. With trepidation, he approached the father who exclaimed, Father, that was such a miraculous pilgrimage, my son is healed! For now my son is completely at peace with his disability! Many pilgrims go to Lourdes for physical healing, however, the Lord heals us in many other ways as well. This week, let us not only pray for the physical healing of others, but to allow God s grace to heal us in many other ways as well. Mary Kane Page 2 27th in Ordinary Time October 2, 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 3 October 9, notes deceased Helen Barela + Johnny & Audrey Capistrano Dr. Everett Viano + Anthony Long Truong + Sat., 5:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. B. John Talia + 10:30a.m. Josie Sidoti + Tita Honey 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. So, are you a registered parishioner? If not, please consider registering. Registration forms are available in the Parish Ministry Center or online at 12:15 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Davison Vivit, Sr. + Marge Stemzynski Dick Benenato + FOR ALL PARISHIONERS Marcelle Ghabbour + Robert Eads 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: Tony Bell, Harold Boyd, Flavia Busche, Joseph Caffall, Ann Cambra, Steve Fertitta, Henry Goldenberg, Lizabeth Gutierrez, Ann Hurley, Mary Ellen, Marilyn Knie, George Leger, Katherine Armenta Palmer, Rich Rojas, Marge Stemzynski, Betty Terra, Kory Tribbin, Cherie Willcox And for those who have died: Marilu Eder 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 STABLEMATES St. Justin Mens Club will hold their monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 4, at 6:30 p.m. in the Small Hall. All men of the parish are welcome to attend! St. Justin Guadalupe Society Fundraiser, October 23rd 9-2:00 p.m. Small Hall Chicken Enchilada Rice Plate $6.00 Tostada Plate $5.00 Pan Dulce 60 Mexican Hot Chocolate 60 Page 3 27th in Ordinary Time October 2, 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 Begin October 2 After you have walked your child to their class, come to the Large Hall for a brief parent meeting. 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 Mandatory Parent Meeting today, October 2, 1:30pm in the PMC or next, October 16 th at 1:30pm. Just one parent needs to attend. Faith sharing books will be handed out. High School Confirmation Classes Begin October 2, 5:30-7pm We still have space available if you are in high school, grades 9-12 and have received the sacraments of Baptism and 1 st Eucharist. Come tonight to the Parish Ministry Center with your parent to register! The Sacrament of Confirmation is the completion of the Sacraments of Initiation. It is the beginning of lifelong, full participation in the Catholic Church. Sessions are evenings 5:30 7:00pm. Parental participation is required. Prerequisites for Confirmation: Be in High School grades 9-12 Have already received the sacraments of Baptism and 1 st Eucharist Weekly Mass attendance Full participation in all elements of the parish preparation process including an all day retreat and attendance at the Diocese wide Confirmation Conference. RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) Our next meeting is Tuesday, October 4 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 27th of Ordinary Time October 2, 2016

5 MINISTRY NEWS 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 help those who are doing the other food pickup runs as well. Contact Joe at ext. 109 or jbauer@dsj.org if you are interested and available. Outreach Dinner Thank you to Suzy Rodrigues, Barbara Kelly and the Seventh Grade class from our School who sponsored last week s Outreach Dinner. Our next Outreach dinner will be taking place next, October 9, beginning at 1:30 p.m. in the Parish Small Hall. All Senior Citizen members of our Parish are invited, along with a guest, to this meal followed by BINGO. 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 and 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 In the mid-1960s, many religious congregations that had maintained a custom of assigning new names to their members allowed a return to baptismal names. The practice stems from the origins of monastic life, when a desire to flee the world and its enchantments caused a severe break with family life and commitments. A new name signified that the old person had died and a new one was coming to life. Some orders even spread funeral palls over their entrants and tolled the funeral bell. On a practical level, in a crowded monastery of a few hundred monks or nuns, it made sense not to have six Brother Alfrics or nine Sister Clares. The one name, one person rule worked well. In more recent times, a young woman entering the convent might be given her parents names as a way of honoring their generosity, so Hilda might become Sister Philip Margaret after her father and mother. A cherished name in the order might be bestowed on a newcomer so that there would always be a Brother Owen around, or a young person might adopt the name of a beloved saint. A handful of religious congregations, like Mother Barat s Religious of the Sacred Heart, always used family names. Many monasteries still bestow a new name at the end of probation. Other religious institutes have revived the custom of changing their candidates names at the end of novitiate, although for the most part religious who were around at the time of the Council were happy to get their baptismal names back. A few, of course, cherished their acquired names and have held on to them, so convents still hold the creativity badge for naming. Where else today can you find great names today like Madeleva, Siena, and Celestina? Rev. James Field, Copyright J. S. Paluch Co. Page 5 27th of Ordinary Time October 2, 2016

6 Jubilee Year of Mercy October 2, th in Ordinary Time Jubilee of Marian Devotion begins next Saturday How long, O LORD? (Habakkuk 1:2). With Habakkuk s question echoing across twenty-six hundred years, Respect Life finds all life claiming sanctuary in our hearts: unborn infant, senior citizen, immigrant and refugee, imprisoned and addicted, people burdened with illness and disabilities of body, mind, or spirit. Even Mother Earth, Pope Francis notes in Laudato Si, bears scars of disrespect for the life she nurtures and sustains. Life is still threatened, as in Habakkuk s day, with ruin and misery, destruction and violence,... strife and clamorous discord (see 1:3). Since our efforts so often seem ineffective, we unprofitable servants cry with the apostles, Increase our faith (Luke 17:10, 5). But Jesus reply might be paraphrased, Not quantity quality. Next weekend marks the Jubilee Year of Mercy s special devotion to Mary, whose willingness to shelter Jesus in her womb and stand at the foot of his cross bears witness to the qualities that Jesus expects our faith to manifest: the willingness to trust, to risk, and to dare to speak up for life. 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. Bishop McGrath s Statement on the 2016 Elections As we approach this Fall s General Election, I know that many of you like myself are in the process of discerning the choices before us in the presidential race, as well as in many of the other races and issues that will be decided on November 8. I am writing to you today to put forward principles for your consideration in arriving at decisions that are consistent with Catholic teaching. 1. Every citizen who is eligible to vote must do so. It is a sacred trust, a grave responsibility. In casting a ballot, each person becomes a participant in our democratic process. Voting is a moral act, it expresses our values, our faith, and our hopes for our nation and world. 2. Be informed. Read and study the many issues and candidates that will appear on your ballot. There are no simple answers to the challenges that face our nation and our world. The United States is integrated into the society of nations and cannot act unilaterally. The good of the whole world and the welfare of people most at risk the common good must always be considered in the policies that govern the actions of our nation. 3. There are key moral and social issues that need to be considered in casting one s vote. The teaching of Pope Francis is clear that there are a number of concerns that must be included in moral decision-making. Among these are abortion, poverty, capital punishment, care for the environment, assisted suicide, and immigration. 4. There is no perfect candidate. There is no Catholic candidate. No candidate s position on the issues lines up consistently with the teaching of the Church. San Diego Bishop Robert W. McElroy notes the inherent complexity in casting a ballot: Voting for candidates is a complex moral action in which the voter must confront an entire array of competing candidates positions in a single act of voting. It is crucial that in voting for a candidate who supports the advancement of an intrinsic evil, Catholic voters not have the intention of supporting that specific evil, since such an intention would involve them directly in the evil itself. But voters will often find themselves in situations where one candidate supports an intrinsically evil position, yet the alternative realistic candidates all support even graver evils in the totality of their positions. 5. The Church may become directly involved in encouraging parishioners to vote one way or another on issues of moral import. This would include, for example, our support of Proposition 62, which would eliminate the death penalty, and our opposition to Proposition 66, which would expedite the implementation of the death penalty. 6. Every Catholic citizen has the responsibility to form their conscience by considering the complexity of the issues, the teaching of the Church, and their own relationship with the Lord. We are bound to vote according to our conscience. As Pope Francis stated in The Joy of Love, it is the role of the pastors to help form consciences, not to replace them. In closing, I entrust you all to the Lord, that you may be enlightened by the indwelling Holy Spirit and that you may participate as responsible citizens in casting your ballot on November 8. As you do so, please know that you are all in my prayers. Page 6 27th in Ordinary Time October 2, 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 2, 2016 NUMBER OF PAGES SENT 1 through 8 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

9 Bill and Marge Martin September 29, 1956 Frank and Mary Caballero September 29, 1957 Do you love Jesus and want to share that love with our youth? We are looking for adults and youth who feel called to this ministry. Our catechetical programs depend on the dedication of many catechists who graciously share their time and talent with our youth. We will provide training and all materials. 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 visit our website at: sanjosewwme.org or contact Ken & Claranne at applications@sanjosewwme.org or Our needs at this time are the following: Teen Aides (s, 9:00-10:00am) Teen Aides (s, 10:15-11:30am) Liturgy of the Word for Children Leaders (9am & 10:30am Masses) High School Confirmation Team Members (s, 5:30-7:00pm) Contact Mary Kane at, (408) ext. 104 or mykane@dsj.org if God is calling you today. Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible If you would like to have a deeper relationship with God and a better understanding of your faith, then join us for Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible. We will uncover the story woven through Scripture beginning with Genesis. This is a great way to get the big picture of the Bible and see how our Catholic Faith is rooted in Scripture. You will learn how the Bible reveals God s loving plan for us, and you will learn helpful ways to put your faith into practice. We will meet for eight weeks beginning Thursday October 13 th in the PMC. We meet from 10:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. for faith sharing and fellowship. We will also watch a 30 minute video presented by Jeff Cavins as he guides us to Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible. The cost of the study is $20. For the participant book. All are welcome no matter where you are in your faith journey, or previous Bible reading experience. Please RSVP to Mary Kane at mykane@dsj.org so that we will know how many books to order.