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March 26, 2017 Fourth Sunday of Lent (A) 1 Sm 16:1b, 6 7, 10 13a Eph 5:8 14 Jn 9:1 41 To Live By Faith O ur Lenten practices are transforming our hearts to receive the love of Jesus in his passion,

The Pharisees call the man a sinner, born in sin. In their self-righteousness they judge both the blind man and Jesus. Jesus sees and judges differently.

He challenges the wise, educated, and insightful Pharisees by saying, If you were blind, you would have no sin; but now you are saying, We see, so your sin remains (John 9:41).

They are so blinded by their fidelity to God which is really fidelity to their distorted interpretation of the traditions and regulations God gave them that they cannot see his spirit of mercy.

Then we need to love others and to enlighten them with the truth. Jesus heals one man s blindness in the hope of opening the minds and hearts of the Pharisees and us today. Fr.

What is at the root of these judgments? To what truths am I blind? How can I work to open my heart to these truths this Lent? God does not see as a mortal, who sees the appearance.

2 March 26, 2017 Fourth Sunday of Lent (A) 1 Sm 16:1b, 6 7, 10 13a Eph 5:8 14 Jn 9:1 41 To Live By Faith O ur Lenten practices are transforming our hearts to receive the love of Jesus in his passion, death, and resurrection. Today s Gospel revolves around this theme of learning to live by faith. The apostles take for granted that the man s blindness is due to someone s sin. The Pharisees call the man a sinner, born in sin. In their self-righteousness they judge both the blind man and Jesus. Jesus sees and judges differently. He asserts that the man s blindness was not due to a sin of his own or that of his parents and restores his sight. He challenges the wise, educated, and insightful Pharisees by saying, If you were blind, you would have no sin; but now you are saying, We see, so your sin remains (John 9:41). While they can see physically, they cannot see the simple truth that Jesus is the Son of God and has the authority to heal, even on the Sabbath. They are so blinded by their fidelity to God which is really fidelity to their distorted interpretation of the traditions and regulations God gave them that they cannot see his spirit of mercy. They fail to see with eyes of faith. Being merciful like Jesus doesn t mean merely condemning blind legalism, it means showing God s love to those in need. First we need to see as God sees. Then we need to love others and to enlighten them with the truth. Jesus heals one man s blindness in the hope of opening the minds and hearts of the Pharisees and us today. Fr. Mark Haydu, LC Piece: Dogmatic Sarcophagus, healing of the blind man, circa Artist: Unknown Location: Vatican Museums For Reflection Are there people or groups I blindly judge? What is at the root of these judgments? To what truths am I blind? How can I work to open my heart to these truths this Lent? God does not see as a mortal, who sees the appearance. The Lord looks into the heart (1 Samuel 16:7). N Liguori Publications 2017 Liguori, MO uestras prácticas de Cuaresma están transformando nuestros corazones para recibir el amor de Jesús en su pasión, muerte y resurrección. El Evangelio de hoy gira en torno a este tema de aprender a vivir por fe. Los apóstoles dan por sentado que la ceguera del hombre se debe al pecado de alguien. Los fariseos llaman al hombre un pecador, nacido en pecado. En su justicia propia juzgan al ciego ya Jesús. Jesús ve y juzga de manera diferente. Afirma que la ceguera del hombre no se debió al pecado de su propio o el de los padres y restaura su vista. Él desafía a los fariseos sabios, educados y perspicaz diciendo: Si fuerais ciegos, no tendríais pecado, pero ahora decís: Vemos para que vuestro pecado permanezca (Juan 9:41). Mientras pueden ver físicamente, no pueden ver la simple verdad de que Jesús es el Hijo de Dios y tiene la autoridad para sanar, incluso en el sábado. Están tan cegados por su fidelidad a Dios - que es realmente fidelidad a su interpretación distorsionada de las tradiciones y regulaciones que Dios les dio - que no pueden ver su espíritu de misericordia. No ven con ojos de fe. Ser misericordioso como Jesús no significa meramente condenar el legalismo ciego, significa mostrar el amor de Dios a los necesitados. Primero tenemos que ver como Dios ve. Entonces necesitamos amar a los demás e iluminarlos con la verdad. Jesús sana la ceguera de un hombre con la esperanza de abrir las mentes y corazones de los fariseos - y nosotros hoy.

Calendar Monday March 27 Is 65:17 21 Jn 4:43 54 Tuesday March 28 Ez 47:1 9, 12 Jn 5:1 16 Wednesday March 29 Is 49:8 15 Jn 5:17 30 Thursday March 30 Ex 32:7 14 Jn 5:31 47 Friday March 31 Wis 2:1a, 12

3 Calendar Monday March 27 Is 65:17 21 Jn 4:43 54 Tuesday March 28 Ez 47:1 9, 12 Jn 5:1 16 Wednesday March 29 Is 49:8 15 Jn 5:17 30 Thursday March 30 Ex 32:7 14 Jn 5:31 47 Friday March 31 Wis 2:1a, Jn 7:1 2, 10, Saturday April 1 Jer 11:18 20 Jn 7:40 53 Sunday April 2 Fifth Sunday of Lent Ez 37:12 14 Rom 8:8 11 Jn 11:1 45 PAUL SHUANG/SHUTTERSTOCK What are social or communal sins? Do I need to confess them? To answer this question properly, we must first make a number of distinctions. First, we are social beings. We act not only as individuals but also as groups, and we are capable of sinning each way. Sin is an analogous concept with nuances, depending on context. There are original, personal, and social sins. There are also both mortal and venial sins. When we sin as individuals, we commit a personal sin. When we sin in a group, we commit a social sin. As with personal sin, some social sins are more serious than others. Societies that enshrine laws promoting abortion, euthanasia, and in many countries, capital punishment are involved in serious social sins. Our degree of culpability in such sins depends on the level of our participation in the group. The key distinction is whether we are actively (formally) or only accidentally (materially) cooperating in the evil. For example, if you actually voted for a law enshrining one such evil, then you are formally cooperating in the evil. If you voted against it but are paying taxes that fund such practices, then you are only materially cooperating in it. Formal cooperation in a serious offense against God s will should be confessed. Material cooperation lessens the degree of blame, sometimes to the point of eliminating it. It is important to examine the nature of the social evil, study the teachings of the on the issue, determine your level of participation, and form your conscience accordingly. A Word From Pope Francis Dennis J. Billy, CSsR sundaybulletin@liguori.org How many Christians show...that they are eyes to the blind and feet to the lame? They are close to the sick in need of constant care...this service, especially when it is protracted, can become tiring and burdensome...and yet, what a great path of sanctification this is! Message at 23rd World Day of the Sick, Liguori Publications, Liguori, MO Printed in U.S.A. Imprimatur: In accordance with CIC 827, permission to publish has been granted on October 7, 2016, by the Reverend Monsignor Mark S. Rivituso, Vicar General, Archdiocese of St. Louis. Permission to publish is an indication that nothing contrary to teaching is contained in this work. It does not imply any endorsement of the opinions expressed in the publication; nor is any liability assumed by this permission. No part of this work may be used in any form without the prior written permission of Liguori Publications. Scripture texts in this work are taken from New American Bible, revised edition 2010, 1991, 1986, 1970 Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Inc., Washington, DC. All Rights Reserved. Design: John Krus. To order Liguori Sunday Bulletins, call , or visit Liguori.org.

MASS INTENTIONS Mar 27, 2017 - Apr 2, 2017 M 7:30AM Rosario Aviado T 7:30AM Dee-Jade Chock W 7:30AM Eustaquia Baliwas Th 7:30AM int Frank, Marion & Terry Crespo F 7:30AM Mary Piekarczyk int

Consuelo & Gervacio Torio 11:00AM Nancy Jimenez 1:00PM Int Vaz & Camara Families, Joanne & Joe Camara 7:00PM Int People of God REGULAR Mass Schedule Seniors Busy Bees Activities REMEMBER IN PRAYER

We would love to have you join us. Thursday Mar 30, 2017 - Noon - Potluck followed by Bingo. Dessert provided by. Thursday Apr 6, 2017 - Noon - Potluck followed by Bingo. Dessert provided by. Addie Newcomb to speak to the group regarding Lent.

4 MASS INTENTIONS Mar 27, Apr 2, 2017 M 7:30AM Rosario Aviado T 7:30AM Dee-Jade Chock W 7:30AM Eustaquia Baliwas Th 7:30AM int Frank, Marion & Terry Crespo F 7:30AM Mary Piekarczyk int Brzykowska Sat 8:30AM Int Manuel & Maria Costa & family 5:00PM Int Manuel Francisca & Jose Costa & family 7:00PM Maria de los Angeles Ruiz Melchor & Baby Mary Joo Sun 7:30AM Rose Wallace 9:00AM Consuelo & Gervacio Torio 11:00AM Nancy Jimenez 1:00PM Int Vaz & Camara Families, Joanne & Joe Camara 7:00PM Int People of God REGULAR Mass Schedule Seniors Busy Bees Activities REMEMBER IN PRAYER Mar 27, Apr 2, 2017 We are looking for people to join our Thursday group. We socialize, pray together, enjoy a meal and play bingo. We also have guest speakers. We would love to have you join us. Thursday Mar 30, Noon - Potluck followed by Bingo. Dessert provided by. Thursday Apr 6, Noon - Potluck followed by Bingo. Dessert provided by. Addie Newcomb to speak to the group regarding Lent. As always, if you come in late, sit by the door so as not to disturb others. Thursday Apr 13, will be closed for Senior Activities - Holy Thursday. Mark Your Calendars: All Saints Senior Tea will be Saturday, May 6th, from 1 to 4pm in the Gym. The tickets will be $30 each. For more information or to reserve a table, please contact Diana DeJesus at The proceeds from last year helped us to pay 50%+ for the new chairs and tables in the Senior. Thank you for your support. NEED HELP HEARING THE MASS? Members of our faith community who are ill, including: Verna Casadei Josefina Santiago Also members of our faith community who have died, including: Vern Bradshaw Alfonso Villalobos Felicidad Miguel All Saints is fortunate to have assisted listening devices for those who have problems hearing the Mass. Please ask one of the ushers to show you where the easy to use devices are located. We want everyone to hear the Word of God. ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC CHURCH (510) Fr. Ramon Gomez, Ext. 131 Pastor frramon914@gmail.com CLERGY Rev. Michael Castori, SJ castoriallsaints@gmail.com Rev. Alberto Pérez tapatio1981@gmail.com Deacon Larry Quinn dnlarry.allsaints@gmail.com Deacon Rudi Fernandes rqnj1949@aol.com Deacon Jorge Angel angel881@pacbell.net LITURGY Music Ministry Allen del Rosario Ext. 140 allend@gmail.com FAITH FORMATION FF Coordinator: Jean Easterly Ed. D. j3ast3rly@sbcglobal.net Angelica Hernandez angelica.allsaints@gmail.com (510) : Minnie McElhatton Confirmation Coordinator minnieasym@gmail.com Young Adult Ministry: Gwen Ramos allsaintshaywardyam@gmail.com (510) School Principal: Jennifer Diaz (510) Ext.118 jdiaz@csdo.org RCIA & Men s Ministry: Chuck Kennedy chuck.allsaints@gmail.com OUTREACH Social Ministry Outreach: Chuck Kennedy chuck.allsaints@gmail.com CSUEB Ministry: Eunice Park Campus Minister csueb.catholicministry@gmail.com CHURCH OFFICE Lety Arechiga ext. 122 larechiga.allsaints@gmail.com Delores Nnam ext. 120 dnnam.allsaints@gmail.com Carol Kennedy ext. 124 carolk.allsaints@gmail.com

5 All Saints Catholic Weekly Calendar & Facilities Reservations MARCH (MARZO) 2017 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday :00 AM - 10:00 AM CLOW 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Welcome Sunday 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM RCIA 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM SMKO 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Tongan Community 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Over-Eaters Anonymous Cafeteria / Kids Klub 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM Young Adults 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM - (Organ Tuning by Roy Polosa ) 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM SPRED Latino Cursillo Parish Retreat 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Knights of Columbus-4th Degree 6:00 AM - 11:00 AM Tuesday Morning Breakfast 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM 4th Day Cursillo - Women's Bride's Room 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Tongan Community Parish Retreat RCIA Men's 4th Day - KOC 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Young Adults 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Seniors 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Ballet Folklorico Cafeteria / Kids Klub Parish Retreat 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Seniors 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Ballet Folklorico Cafeteria / Kids Klub Parish Reconciliation Tongan Community 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM Choir-7pm 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Tae Kwon Do 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Soup & Stations of Cross - 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Lenten Soup 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM Spanish Bible Study 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM Young Adults Save the Date Saturday May 6, 2017 FESCO's 20th Annual Shuffle Walkathon 9am- 12:00pm San Leandro Marina Seagull Picnic Site

March Collections 2017 2016 Regular contributions: Monthly Mass Contributions $33,361 $ 31,796 Total Faith Direct 13,402 $ 14,181 Total March 2017 $46,763 $ 45,977 Total to date $ 161,444 $ 172,075

YLI WHY NOT? Please pray everyday one Our Father, Hail Mary and Glory Be for the success of our current Fundraiser - thank you!

6 March Collections Regular contributions: Monthly Mass Contributions $33,361 $ 31,796 Total Faith Direct 13,402 $ 14,181 Total March 2017 $46,763 $ 45,977 Total to date $ 161,444 $ 172,075 Budget (Minimum needed) $ 168,000 $ 178,800 Special Collections: CSUEB $ 2,388 $ 2,606 We are $18,000 behind on assessment payments. Hoping the latest raffle and increased collections will help. YLI WHY NOT? Please pray everyday one Our Father, Hail Mary and Glory Be for the success of our current Fundraiser - thank you! office hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm Monday - Friday Saturday 9:00am to 2:00pm (limited services) Horas de oficina de la Iglesia: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Lunes - Viernes 9:00 am-2:00 pm Sábado - servicios limitados Gospel The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. -- Psalm 23:1 Did You Know? Funds given to the collection on the 4th Sunday of the month for St. Vincent depaul help the poor in our parish. Our St. Vincent depaul Ministry assists with emergency food, help with utility bills, rental assistance and clothing. ALL SAINTS LENTEN EVENTS Every Friday at 6pm in the Fridays following Stations of the Cross in the Senior Fridays at 6:30pm in the Viernes a las 6:30pm en la iglesia Thurs. March 7pm - jueves, 30 de 7pm - Iglesia

7 Easter Salubong The Meeting (of the Risen Christ and the Blessed Mother) Sunday, April 16, 2017 Gathering Locations: Women School at 7:00 am Men Room at 7:00 am Processions Start: Salubong : Mass : 7:10 am 7:20 am Immediately after the Meeting

Congratulations ASCS Class of 2018!

June 3, 2018 The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ We say YES to God! Congratulations ASCS Class of 2018! Let^your faith shine brightly so that all your friends, family, and everyone