SAVE THIS DATE! Oct. 23, Oct. 30, Oct. 23, Oct. 30, Social Justice Corner

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1 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Oct. 23, Oct. 30, 2016 Continental Breakfast after 9:00 am Mass. Second Collection this weekend for the Hurricane victims and their families. No Grief Group Meeting The next Ladies Guild meeting is 11/ 8 at 1 pm in the Fr. Jim Community Center meeting rooms. NEW MEMBERS ALWAYS WELCOME. Adoration after mass until 6:30 pm Confessions offered Continental Breakfast after 9 am Mass. Special Collection this weekend is for St. Vincent de Paul. Social Justice Corner Lord God, as the election approaches, we seek to better understand the issues and concerns that confront our country and how the Gospel compels us to respond as faithful citizens in our community. We ask for eyes that are free from blindness so that we might see each other as brothers and sisters, one and equal in dignity, especially those who are victims of abuse and violence, deceit and poverty. We ask for ears that will hear the cries of children unborn and those abandoned, men and women oppressed because of race or creed, religion or gender. We ask for minds and hearts that are open to hearing the voice of leaders who will bring us closer to your kingdom. We pray for discernment so that we may choose leaders who hear your Word, live your love, and keep in the ways of your truth as they follow in the steps of Jesus and his Apostles and guide us to your Kingdom of justice and peace. We ask this in the name of your Son, Jesus Christ and through the power of the Holy Spirit. Amen. From the Conference of Catholic Bishops. ASCENT EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM Hours of operation, 9:00 am -2:00 pm, Tuesday thru Thursday Contact FAX Number Web Site: PO Box 9604, San Jose CA Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Oct. 23, Oct. 30, :30am 9:00am 11:00am 5:00pm 6:30am 9:30am 6:30am 9:30am 8:00 am 5:00 pm 7:30 am 9:00 am 11:00 am 5:00 pm Homer Ruiz Joshua Joseph (b day) Mary Koehmstedt Doyle For Our Parishioners Jannel George Oden Christian Dobleman No Intention Stephanie Millett (B day) & Family No Intention May Parlee USA & Citizens B & D Families Mary Lee Hathaway Hsiung Ching-Bun For Our Parishioners Jacques & Anne-Marie Berger Weekly Stewardship Report Collections for 10/16/2016 $ 9,111 Collections 7/1/16 to 10/16/16 $ 158,527 Budgeted 7/1/16 to 10/16/16 $ 170,748 Variance $ 12,221 Please note the budgetary shortfall: To help keep the parish within its budget please prayerfully consider making a one time tax deductible gift. Contact the parish office for details. Thank you for your continued support! SAVE THIS DATE! 14 th Annual Multi-Cultural Mass and Dinner Theme: Peace, November 12 5 pm Mass; 6:30 pm dinner An event you will not want to miss!

2 The Thirtieth in Ordinary Time Everything You Always Wanted to Ask about Your Faith but were Afraid to Ask Contributed by Fr. Rey Sarmiento Question: I am having a difficult time making a choice on who to vote when there isn t a single candidate that clearly comes out as the best candidate for me. I m so confused. What do I do in this case? Answer: Second Series of Two There are four permanent principles of the Church s social doctrine that are considered primary and fundament parameters of reference. These principles can aid us in evaluating the many issues that we face as a nation. These principles provide a moral framework for Catholic engagement in advancing what we have called a consistent ethic of life. This ethic does not treat all issues as morally equivalent nor does it reduce Catholic teaching to one or two issues. It anchors the Catholic commitment to defend human life, from conception until natural death, in the fundamental moral obligation to respect the dignity of every person as a child of God. This includes, therefore, all issues affecting human life and dignity such as racism, poverty, hunger, employment, education, housing, and health care. The permanent principles are: (1) the dignity of the human person; (2) the common good; (3) subsidiarity, and (4) solidarity. The Church asks us Catholic voters to use these principles to examine candidates positions on issues affecting human life and dignity as well as issues of justice and peace while we examine the candidate s integrity, basic philosophy, and performance. We also need to be careful not to become single-issue voters. A candidate s position on a single issue is not sufficient to guarantee a voter s support. However, if a candidate s position on a particularly issue promotes an intrinsically evil act, such as legal abortion, redefining marriage in a way that denies its essential meaning, or racist behavior, a voter may legitimately disqualify a candidate from receiving support. Below is a brief explanation of these four permanent principles of the Church s social doctrine that informs our conscience. The Dignity of the Human Person. The sanctity of human life must always be maintained. Direct attacks on innocent persons are never morally acceptable, at any stage or in any condition. Assault against the dignity of the human person includes but not limited to abortion, euthanasia and assisted suicide, human cloning, in vitro fertilization, the destruction of human embryos for research, unjust war, genocide, racism, and human trafficking. Subsidiarity. Every person and association has a right and a duty to participate actively in shaping society and to promote the well-being of all, especially the poor and the vulnerable. For that matter, larger institutions, like the government, should not interfere with smaller or local institution. However, when the more local institutions cannot adequately protect human dignity, meet human needs and advance the common good, larger institutions have the responsibility to help. The family is an example of a smaller institution. The family based on marriage between man and a woman is the first and fundamental unit of society and is a sanctuary for the creation and nurturing of children. It should be defended and strengthened, not redefined, undermined, or further distorted. Parents have the right and responsibility to care for their children, including the right to choose their children s education. The Common Good. When human rights are protected and basic responsibilities are met, human dignity is respected and the common good is fostered. Every human being has a right to life, the fundamental right that makes all other rights possible, and a right to access those things required for human decency food and shelter, education and employment, health care and housing, freedom of religion and family life. The right to exercise religions freedom publicly and privately by individuals and institutions along with freedom of conscience need to be constantly defended. In a fundamental way, the right to free expression of religious beliefs protects all other rights. The principle of the common good includes also respecting the dignity of work and protecting the rights of workers, and care for God s creation. Solidarity. This principle recognizes that we are one human family, regardless of race, ideology, ethnic or economic background. This principle calls us to welcome the stranger among us, including the immigrants seeking work, to promote peace and pursue justice for all. In reference to solidarity, a special emphasis must be given to the Church s preferential option for the poor. While the common good embraces all, those who are weak, vulnerable, and most in need deserve preferential concern. These four principles reflect fundamental ethical principles that are common to all people. In light of these principles, the Church calls us to set our eyes more on moral principles than on the latest polls; the needs of the weak than on benefits for the strong; on the pursuit of the common good than on the demands of the narrow interests. With these four principles may the Holy Spirit guide each one of us according to the dictates of our informed conscience.

3 Oct. 23, 2016 Fr. Thuc celebrated our St. Francis of Assisi mass on Oct. 4. During his homily he asked the students about listening and how to do it. They told him they had to use their ears and be focused and open and quiet to hear. He emphasized how St. Francis was a saint of service to the poor and to animals and to all of creation. The third and sixth graders helped to proclaim readings and lead prayers during the mass. Office for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults Diocese of San Jose - Anthony Gonzalez Phone: Fax: Emergency line: HIGH SCHOOL Youth Ministry and Confirmation Confirmation Registration is now open! Go to: tinyurl.com/qaconfirmation for details. ON THE CALENDAR: Oct. 30:Youth Ministry, all high school students invited Nov.13: Scavenger Hunt for the Hungry Nov. 20: Confirmation Classes *Like us on Facebook: Queen of Apostles Youth *Follow us on Instagram: QofAYM *Contact us: youth@qofa.org Remember Departed Loved Ones in November The parish will be celebrating our annual Mass of Remembrance on November 6 at 11:00am. If your Loved One entered heaven since November 1, 2015 and you want to attend the Mass and light a candle to remember your Loved One, please contact the parish office at The slide show from the Mass of Remembrance will be played before mass for all remaining November s. We would appreciate getting a picture of a Loved One if they have not been remembered in past years. Either printed or electronic media can be used. Printed pictures will be returned. Please submit to the Parish office or dirk@qof a.org. by Nov. 3rd. Family Faith Formation Office is staffed on Tuesday and Thursday 8:00 am -3:00 pm and on weekends by appointment. Please call before stopping by. Registration forms for are available online at or in the parish office. Registrations are still being accepted for all grade levels pre-k through 8th. Please note the First Communion Year 2 class is now closed for enrollment On the Calendar: Oct. 23 rd All classes meet at their usual times. Children s Liturgy at the 9am Mass. Oct. 30 th All classes meet at their usual times Nov.6th Safe Environment training Nov. 13th All classes meet at their usual times Nov.20th All classes meet at their usual times We are still accepting registrations for our Middle School Ministry program for the school year. More info can be found online MSM meets nights at 6:15 in the gym. On the Calendar: Oct. 23 rd : Formation Night-breakout sessions Oct. 30 th : General Session -Guest speaker, Ricky Ferrer OPCVA Nov. 6th : Formation Night-breakout session Nov: 13th: General Session Scavenger Hunt for Hungry Nov. 20th: General Session-St. V. de Paul food sort/shoeboxes Office of Youth & Young Adult Ministries in the Diocese of San Jose are hosting Pure Fire Young Adult Retreat Friday, October 28, 2016 at 7:00 PM -, October 30, 2016 at 1:00 PM in Boulder Creek, CA Register on Eventbrite! 40 Days for Life Fall Campaign 2016 September 28 th to November 6 th The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is a religious formation program for adults and for children 7 years or older, who are interested in joining the Catholic Church. Participants explore their faith while learning about the Catholic tradition. To learn more call or kmanning@dsj.org 24 Hour Prayer Vigil-October 24th, 10am to October 25th, 10am Contact Mary Ann at missmaryann7@yahoo.com to sign up.prayer Vigil with David Bereit, Founder of 40days for Life October 25th 12pm. Daily Prayer Vigils Sept. 28th Nov. 6th, 1691 The Alameda, San.Jose, Sign up at For more information see the flyer in the church.

4 Seeking Preschool Assistant Teacher Queen of Apostles preschool in San Jose is looking for an energetic, active, and dedicated teacher to join our professional and fun-loving team. Candidates should have 12 Early Childhood Education or Child Development Units, and 6 months to oneyear preschool experience. Ability to pass background check & finger print clearance. Current: First Aid & CPR certified. Ability to communicate positively and effectively with children, parents and staff. This position is a full time position. Your resume should include a cover letter and 3 work related references. If you are interested in applying for this position, please contact the preschool director Sophia Paul at paul@qofa-school.org. You may also reach her at ex 222. ANNUAL LAYETTE CELEBRATION The Annual Layette Celebration, sponsored by the Office of Woman, Diocese of San Jose, will be held at Holy Family Parish, on, December 4, 2016 beginning at 3:00 pm. New clothing, sizes newborn to 6 months of age and/or cash donations, will be gratefully appreciated. For information, call Marie McCarthy or PEACEMAKERS In this column we have shared lives of some well-known peacemakers and saints, as well as little-known local people whom we might consider saints/peacemakers. In his book, My Life with the Saints, Fr. James Martin, S.J. helps define what a saint is, none of us are meant to be Therese of Lisieux or Pope John XXIII, but we are meant to be ourselves. We are meant to allow God to work in and through our own individuality, our own humanity. As St. Thomas Aquinas said, grace builds nature. So, we all have the capacity to be saints. It is not a farout expectation. Moreover, Fr. Martin found companions among the saints. They were friends I could turn to when I needed a helping hand. While at Mass, Fr. Martin heard a prayer of thanksgiving to God for the saints, You renew the Church In every age by raising up men and women outstanding in their holiness, living witnesses of your unchanging love. They inspire us by their heroic lives, and help us by their constant prayers to be the living sign of your saving power. Many saints have struggled with the same human foibles as we have and knowing this, encourages us to carry on. Stories of saints can be found in our library in the rectory conference room. Social Justice Committee Veronika Phillips Marriage Encounter Weekend Married Couples: HURRY, HURRY, HURRY. Time is running out to register for the next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. Let a cozy weekend for just the two of you keep you warm on these long winter nights. 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 or applications@sanjosewwme.org Music Ministry Grant from the Catholic Community Foundation We are excited to announce that Queen of Apostles music ministry has been awarded a $250 grant for Liturgical Music through the Catholic Community Foundation. This grant has been used in purchasing a new CCLI music license. CCLI will allow us to incorporate music not covered under our current license into our liturgies and children s programs. Thank you to the Catholic Community Foundation for their generous gift! Santa Clara County 2016 is a safe place for young people (12 through 20) who are affected by the drinking or drug abuse of a family member or friend. There are no dues or fees. The Heart to Heart Freedom Alateen group meets every Thursday evening here at Queen of Apostles School at 7:45 p.m. in room7. Please call Jay or Venice at for more information. We lovingly pray for those in our Parish and families who cannot join us at Mass especially, Tomas Arguello, Venice Romiti, Ken Koenig, Joann Caban,, George Hakius, Jeanne Futrell, Barbara Carrillo, Ben Hatfield. Please let us also pray for all our servicemen and women who serve in the Armed Forces throughout the world and remember them in our hearts today and everyday. We remember those dearly departed in our Queen of Apostles family and in our own families and special persons, especially: Patsy Fernandes. Grief Group Please call Shirley if you have any questions or need to talk. As of now there will not be any Grief Group meetings scheduled.

5 Queen of Apostles Church 4911 Moorpark Avenue San Jose, Ca Never Give Up! PASTORAL STAFF: Rev. Thuc Si Ho, Pastor Rev. Reynaldo Sarmiento, Parochial Vicar, Dir. Of Liturgy Deacon Brian McKenna, Coordinator of Social Justice Kristie Manning, Faith Formation/RCIA Director Gregory Elsner, Accountant Mary Ann Oddo, Administrative Assistant II Marie McCarthy, Administrative Assistant I Klarissa Chichioco, Coordinator of Youth and Young Adult Ralph Garcia, Facilities Supervisor Teri Silvestri, Music Coordinator Carmen Macias, Wedding Coordinator Dirk Maasen, Technology Coordinator Family Faith Formation: Parish Office Open 9-5 Monday - Friday Closed for lunch: Moorpark Ave. San Jose, Ca Fax: Web Site: Marty Chargin, School Principal School Address: 4950 Mitty Way San Jose, CA MASS SCHEDULE: (Vigil Mass): s: Weekdays: s: Holy Days: Marian Devotions: 5:00 p.m. 7:30, 9:00 and 11:00 a.m., 5:00 p.m. 6:30 and 9:30 a.m. 8:00 a.m. (Vigil Mass) 5:00 p.m., 6:30, 9:30 a.m., 7:00 p.m. After the 8:00 a.m. Mass on SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: Seminar required. Please contact Rectory for information. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: s - 4:00-4:45 p.m. or by appointment. SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY: Contact Rectory at least SIX MONTHS prior to any proposed wedding date. INQUIRY SESSION ABOUT THE CATHOLIC CHURCH: Contact number: or kmanning@dsj.org