visit our websites: holynamesf.com December 16, 2007 holyname-sf.org Let the children come to me...matthew 19:14 Phone: (415) 664-8590 Pastoral Center: 1555 39th Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94122 HOLY NAME OF JESUS PARISH
HOLY NAME OF JESUS PARISH 1555 39th Ave. San Francisco, California 94122 Phone: (415) 664-8590 Fax: (415)759-4293 Rev. Donald S. D Angelo PASTOR Rev. Angel Quitalig, SSP PAROCHIAL VICAR55 Most Rev. Ignatius Wang, JCD Auxiliary Bishop of San Francisco IN RESIDENCE Deacon Michael Doherty PAROCHIAL ASSOCIATE Sr. Stella Negri, FdCC PASTORAL ASSOCIATE Sr. Connie Martinez, FdCC PASTORAL OUTREACH MINISTRY COORDINATOR Sr. Esther Ling, FdCC SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR CHINESE MINISTRY D.R.E., HOLY NAME SCHOOL Juan Lopez DEACON Mr. Tony Eiras MUSIC DIRECTOR Colleen A. Durkin PARISH SECRETARY Jackie C. Alcaraz OFFICE MANAGER HOLY NAME SCHOOL 1560 40th Ave. SF, CA 94122 (415) 731-4077 Dr. Ann Meyers Manchester Principal PARISH NURSE PROGRAM Carol, R.N. (415) 664-8590 ext. 109 SCHEDULE OF MASSES Sunday 7:30 AM, 9:30 AM (Family Mass), 11:30 AM, 5:15 PM (Vietnamese) Saturday 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 3:00 PM (Chinese), 5:00 PM (Vigil) Weekdays 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM Holy Days 7:30 AM, 9:00AM, and 7:30 PM Confessions 15 minutes before 9:30 and 11:30 AM Masses on Sunday or by appointment 4:30-5:00 PM Saturday Perpetual Help Devotions Friday following the 9:00 AM Mass Baptisms Baptisms by appointment Baptismal Preparation Fourth Thursday of the month in the Pastoral Center - 7:30 PM Marriages Contact Rectory 6 months in advance. Religious Education (C.C.D.) Kindergarten to 9th Saturday 10 AM 12 Noon (alternative choice) Tuesday 5:15-6:30 PM RCIA for youth Tuesday 5:15-6:30 PM Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (R.C.I.A.) Every Wednesday Pastoral Center 7:30 PM Every Sunday Flanagan Center 10:30 AM Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Every Wednesday 9:30 AM 7:30 PM VISIT OUR WEBSITES: www.holyname-sf.org www.holynamesf.com HOLY NAME CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC Private lessons are offered in piano, voice, guitar and violin. For more information or to register, please contact Jackie at (415)664-8590 ext 114. MAGDALEN OF CANOSSA CONVENT: 1858 38th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94122 (415) 753-6685 RECTORY 3240 Lawton St. San Francisco, CA 94122 (415) 759-4294 FLANAGAN CENTER (415) 564-2632
Third Sunday of Advent December 16, 2007 Those whom the LORD has ransomed will return and enter Zion singing, crowned with everlasting joy. Isaiah 35:10a TODAY S READINGS First Reading The barren deserts will rejoice and flower. Tired bodies will receive strength. Aching hearts will be made glad (Isaiah 35:1-6a, 10). Psalm Lord, come and save us (Psalm 146). Second Reading Be patient, for the coming of the Lord is as sure as the rain (James 5:7-10). Gospel Tell of what you hear and see: The blind regain their vision, the crippled their movement, the deaf their hearing. The dead are raised to new life! (Matthew 11:2-11). We pray for the Sick...that they may experience God s Love and Healing. Caroline Brown Helen Chiari Gloria Debrunner Isabel Dominguez Joseph Fitzgerald Grace Hanson Ellen Larkin Gladys Steinhoff Fr. Piers Lahey Mary Leung Lowel Lu Bill & Betty Lynch James Monger Carmel Sharpe Kit Tang Mee Yee Diane Yohannan We pray for those who have Died: Donald Kiernan HOMEBOUND THANK YOU Sr. Connie and the Homebound Mass Committee would like to thank all the volunteers who helped at the Homebound Mass and reception on Saturday, December 8, 2007. The volunteers included Tony Eiras, his music and choir who performed so beautifully, Lay Canossians, servers, drivers, decorators and those who donated food and money. Our thanks to Pat Relampagos and the Holy Name Exercise and Dance Group whose dancing was most enjoyable. Thank you to Jackie and Colleen for their administrative help. Most importantly our thanks to Fr. Charles who celebrated the Mass and to Deacon Juan Lopez who assisted him and to Fr. Don and Angel who helped administer the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. YOU ARE ALL VERY MUCH APPRECIATED! MASS INTENTIONS WEEK of December 16, 2007 Sun 16 7:30 AM Mass for the People 9:30 AM Dalmacio Briones, Sr. 11:30 AM Robert H. Wright Mon 17 7:30 AM Thomas P. Horan,Jr 9:00 AM Antonio Campos Tue 18 7:30 AM Eduardo & Olga Da Luz 9:00 AM Frank Marovich Wed 19 7:30 AM Elizabeth Kirwan 9:00 AM Souls in Purgatory Thu 20 7:30 AM Carolina Da Luz 9:00 AM Anne Spinetta Fri 21 7:30 AM PJ McGarty 9:00 AM Kenneth Mann Sat 22 7:30 AM Milly Donohue 9:00 AM Tom Birmingham 5:00 PM Ann Xavier CATHOLIC LADIES AID COLLECTION Today, members of the Catholic Ladies Aid Society will be collecting for the needy in the Parish. Boxes will be at the exits.
WELCOME TO HOLY NAME OF JESUS PARISH, SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA Page 4 ONE WARM COAT COLLECTION Thank you to all who supported the coat drive. Holy Name collected 492 coats, which were picked up Monday morning by St. Anthony Foundation. The support from students, families, and parishioners of Holy Name is nothing short of amazing. Special thanks goes to the office of Assemblywoman Fiona Ma for their donations. MISA DE GALLO The Fil-Am Club of Holy Name is hosting its annual Misa de Gallo, dawn masses held during advent starting Saturday, Dec. 16, through Sunday, Dec. 24 at the Flanagan Center. Services will start at 5:30 am and breakfast will be served immediately after the Mass. All are welcome! GIVING TREE Do not forget the giving tree. Christmas is a time for sharing and giving. Let us give joy through the real Christmas Spirit. When you give you also receive. WELCOME Last Sunday, December 9th, we welcomed the new catechumens, through the Rite Of Acceptance. Let us accompany them with our prayer. YOUTH GROUP MEMBERS NEEDED We want to be proud of our young people. On December 21 st. Members of the youth group are needed to help w/ decorating to make our Church more beautiful. The time will be 10:00AM to 11:00AM. Thank you. ANNUAL APPEAL REMINDER If you would like to contribute to the Annual Appeal for tax year 2007, please be sure that your contributions are in by December 31st, 2006. For those who gave a pledge, your payments should be completed by December 31, 2007. Please send donations to AAA File 73363, PO Box 60000 San Francisco, CA 94160-3363. BEING GOOD Who stops being better stops being good. Oliver Cromwell VOCATIONS CORNER There are several stages involved in the process of becoming a religious Priest, brother or sister. Each Community has its own rules, but generally, it involves four stages. The first stage involves the time period when a prospective candidate become acquainted with the Community and the Community with the candidate. This may occur as early as high school or college years. The vocation director is usually the point of contact between the individual and the Community. The candidate may spend short period of time living with the Community in order to become exposed to the life of the Community, life of the members. This week you are asked to pray especially for the Priests of your parish. Do not be afraid to ask the Lord to bless our parish with generous vocations. Also ask yourselves: Is God calling you? Do not be afraid to respond with generosity to God s call. CONGRATULATIONS! Congratulations to the following Students who performed at the recently concluded 2nd Annual Holy Name Conservatory Recital last December 9th at the beautiful Orradre Chapel at St. Ignatius College Preparatory. On Piano: Krystal Chan, Samantha Boarman, Calvin Wong, Rachel Tam, Sophia Hapin, Dominic Bitterman, Sophia Hapin, Veronica Mei, Jasmine Sullivan, Patrick McSweeney, Jacob Wilson Gates, Kimberly Beach, Isabella Alcaraz, Katrina Alcaraz & Susanna Mei. On Vocals: Jasmine Sullivan, Gwynette Oller, Isabella Alcaraz & Sophia Hapin. On Guitar: Owen Weir On Violin: Timmy Chu & Toby Lee Congratulations again on a Great Performance and a job well done! CELEBRANTS FOR CHRISTMAS MASSES: December 24: 5 PM Fr. Don D Angelo 7 PM Vietnamese Fr. Te Van Nguyen 12 Midnight Most Rev. Ignatius Wang December 25: 7:30 AM Fr. Angel Quitalig 9:30 AM Fr. Don D Angelo 11:30 AM Fr. Angel Quitalig CANOSSIAN CORNER The Canossian Sisters started their apostolic ministries in Verona, Italy in 1808. During her life time, St. Magdalene founded Canossian Communities in various places in Italy: Verona, Venice, Milan, Bergamo, and Brescia. Years later, the Institute spread to other parts of Italy and then to all the continents. The Mother House is in Verona and the General House or Headquarters in Rome.
WELCOME TO HOLY NAME OF JESUS PARISH, SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA Page 5 WALK FOR LIFE Please join us in the 4th annual WALK FOR LIFE! This is a prayerful walk along San Francisco's historical waterfront in celebration of life. It will take place on January 19, 2008 with inspiring and distinguished guest speakers, such as Dr. Alveda King, niece of Dr. Martin Luther King, and Fr. Frank Pavone, lined up for the pre-walk rally at Justin Herman Plaza, beginning at 11 am. For more information, call (415) 586-1576 or visit our website www.walkforlifewc.com. And! Please join the 1st Annual Youth Rally directly following the Walk for Life West Coast. The rally will include live music by renowned artist Matt Maher; Master of Ceremonies, Christian Educator & Speaker Jesse Romero; and fellowship for all those that have made the pilgrimage to San Francisco with the united goals of standing for the weakest and most vulnerable in today's world, the unborn children. We will stand, sing, and worship in solidarity as we commit ourselves to the protection of all Human Life. The rally will immediately follow the Walk, and will commence at 4pm until 6:30pm at Fort Mason (walking distance from Marina Green). For more information, call (415) 586-1576 or visit our website www.walkforlifewc.com. CELEBRANTS FOR NEXT WEEK-END Saturday, December 22 3:00 PM Chinese Bishop Ignatius Wang Saturday, December 1 5:00 PM Vigil Fr. Angel Quitalig Sunday, December 23 7:30 AM Bishop Ignatius Wang 9:30 AM Fr. Don D Angelo 11:30 AM Fr. Angel Quitalig 5:15 PM Vietnamese Fr. Te Van Nguyen SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Third Sunday of Advent; Las Posadas begins; Eid al-adha (Muslim feast of the sacrifice of Ishmael) celebrated this week Friday: St. Peter Canisius Saturday: Winter begins READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Gn 49:2, 8-10; Mt 1:1-17 Tuesday: Jer 23:5-8; Mt 1:18-25 Wednesday: Jgs 13:2-7, 24-25a; Lk 1:5-25 Thursday: Is 7:10-14; Lk 1:26-38 Friday: Sg 2:8-14 or Zep 3:14-18a; Lk 1:39-45 Saturday: 1 Sm 1:24-28; Lk 1:46-56 Sunday: Is 7:10-14; Ps 24; Rom 1:1-7; Mt 1:18-24 Third Sunday of Advent GOD S FAVOR Jesus was deep into his work when John the Baptist was imprisoned for speaking truth to power. John s disciples were immersed in their own lives when his imprisonment was visited upon them. They didn t have the luxury of hindsight, and they were visibly shaken by John s imprisonment and certain fate. They came to Jesus to ask John s question and their own, Are you the one? As evidence of his identity, Jesus recites the signs of God s favor. The words he uses echo those of Isaiah. These are the very words from the first reading, and they are fresh in our minds. Jesus does not give us abstractions or high-sounding ideas. He does not speak of a God who reigns in highest heaven. He speaks of a God who acts on our behalf. John s disciples can see that God s power plays itself out in compassion. We are invited to see this, too. Not only that, we are invited to be the instrument of God s compassion, just as Jesus was. GOD S WORK Jesus also takes time to sing the praises of John, this principled man who does not change with the wind. Jesus reiterates that there is no greater person born of woman than John the Baptist. His was the privilege of heralding the coming of the Savior. But greater than this, Jesus pointedly adds, is John s participation in the reign of God. Our role is not to announce the coming of the Lord, but to receive the Lord whom John heralded. If the earth is to bud forth a Savior in our time, it will have to be through our healing mission that is his work. For John, this work cost him his life. We have the vocation of continuing this costly work. Especially during this season, we are asked to recall our commitment to healing, reconciliation, and peacemaking. This is a rejoicing Sunday because we can see and taste Christmas. This is a season of joyful anticipation as we consciously look for ways to be active, effective members of the reign of God. Today s Readings: Isaiah 35:1 6a, 10; Psalm 146:6 10; James 5:7 10; Matthew 11:2 11 ANGELA S INTERVIEW One of our parishioners has a great story to tell that was broadcast on KGO Radio on Saturday, December 8, 2007 about her personal visit to the Sudan. She's very unassuming, but she's an amazing woman with an amazing story. If you have the time (about an hour) have a listen to the KGO Radio broadcast of her interview. You'll be amazed at her experience. It's a live replay of the broadcast. Go to the following link: http://kgoam810.com Article.asp?PT=Archive&id=49920 Select: Saturday- Select: 9:00 p.m. Select your preferred media player. Sit back and listen. It's an hour program with LOTS of commercials. But it's worth the time. We are so blessed to have Angela in our parish.
December 11 School Bulletin Dear Holy Name Parent, It is definitely the season for celebrating our many blessings. St. Nicholas came to visit the students on Thursday, December 6, which was his feast day. A large shoe was left outside the classroom while we were all at Mass and when we returned the shoe had a small candy cane for each student from our good old St. Nick. HOLY NAME SCHOOL BORDERS GIFT WRAP Please support our school by visiting the Holy Name tables at Borders Stonestown this weekend, Dec. 15th and 16th from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. as our 8th graders and their parents participate in the Borders' Gift-Wrapping Program. Visit our tables and have your Borders' purchases wrapped by our students and parents. Your generous "tips" will help with the 8th grade end-of-the year activities. Tell your friends and family members! This Thursday Night: I m really looking forward to seeing you all at the Christmas Concert. The students will be performing with a 24 piece orchestra, thanks to our gifted and generous Mr. Eiras. How fortunate our students are, I can hardly wait. 3 Cheers for Mr. Sergio Herrera (Omar, 4A) and his helpers who painted. the Assembly Room (our soon to be library) this Saturday. A huge thanks goes to the Holy Name Men s Club, especially to Kris Giron (Faith, 3B & Hope 1st), Dennis Gleavy (Emma, 3rd & Sean, K), and Robert Bowen (Sam, 3rd and Anzsia, K) who gave many hours. Thanks also to the others who were in and out between coaching duties. Next painting days: We will be working on the hall in front of Kindergarten and up the stairs to connect with the painting done this Summer in the main hall. Vince de Lucca will be coordinating this effort. The work will take place between Wednesday, January 2 and Sunday, January 6. I know our tireless and beyond generous professional painters, Sergio Herrera & Fred Grafelman, will also help as they are able. Remember, many hands make light work. If you can help for a few hours, for a day, or for a few days, please give Vince a call at 810-7788. He will be happy to hear from joyful, willing volunteers. Dreaming: What do you think of the idea of a Library, Multi-Media Center? This may be the perfect time in Holy Name s history to look at this possibility. Much conversation, planning, grant writing etc. would have to take place but it would be a wonderful conversation to have. That will be one of the main topics at the January 10 Parent Guild meeting. Be sure to mark your calendars now. We want to hear from anyone with ideas, experience or dreams. We will be forming a working committee, so be sure to be there and give us your input. Blessings, Ann Meyers Manchester, Ed.D KINDERGARTEN APPLICATIONS Applications are now available for Kindergarten 2008-2009. If your child is ready for Kindergarten in 2008, please call the office for an application. We want to give priority to siblings. Don t delay. We have a number of applications already on file. 2007 Christmas Schedule CHRISTMAS EVE MASSES Monday, December 24 5:00 PM (Family {Children s}mass) 7:00 PM (Vietnamese Mass) 11:30 PM Christmas Carols Holy Name Choral Ministry 12:00 MIDNIGHT Pontifical High Mass Most Reverend Ignatius C. Wang, Main Celebrant CHRISTMAS DAY MASSES Tuesday, December 25 7:30 AM 9:30 AM 11:30 AM NEW YEAR S DAY MASS Solemnity of Mary, the Mother of God ( Not a Holy Day of Obligation) Tuesday, January 1 9:30 AM Confessions Saturday, December 15, 2007 4:30-5:00 PM Sunday, December 16, 2007 ½ hour before 7:30 AM, 9:30 AM and 11:30 AM Masses Saturday, December 22, 2007 4:00 5:00 PM