Holy Name of Jesus Parish name Serving the Outer Sunset since 1925 The Ascension of the Lord May 20, 2012 1555 39th Avenue San Francisco, CA 94122 Tel. No. (415) 664-8590 Fax: (415) 759-4290 www.holyname-sf.org www.holynamesf.org
The Ascension of the Lord May 20, 2012 Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved. Mark 16:16 TODAY WE CELEBRATE THE FEAST OF THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD TODAY S READINGS First Reading Jesus tells the disciples that they will be witnesses to the ends of the earth (Acts1:11) Psalm God mounts his throne to shouts of joy: a blare of trumpets for the Lord (Psalm 47) Second Reading God seated Jesus at his right hand in the heavens (Ephesians 1:17-23) or Ephesians 4:1-13 [1-7,11-13]. Gospel The Lord Jesus was taken up into heaven. (Mark 16:15-20). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the Lectionary for Mass 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Acts 19:1-8; Jn 16:29-33 Tuesday: Acts 20:17-27; Jn 17:1-11a Wednesday: Acts 20:28-38; Jn 17:11b-19 Thursday: Acts 22:30; 23:6-11; Jn 17:20-26 Friday: Acts 25:13b-21; Jn 21:15-19 Saturday: Acts 28:16-20, 30-31; Jn 21:20-25 Sunday: Vigil: Gn 11:1-9 or Ex 19:3-8a, 16-20b or Ez 37:1-14 or Jl 3:1-5; Ps 104; Rom 8:22-27; Jn 7:37-39 Day: Acts 2:1-11; Ps 104; 1 Cor 12:3b-7, 12-13 or Gal 5:16-25; Jn 20:19-23 or Jn 15:26-27; 16:12-15 SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: The Ascension of the Lord Monday: St. Christopher Magallanes and Companions Tuesday: St. Rita of Cascia Friday: St. Bede the Venerable; St. Gregory VII; St. Mary Magdalene de Pazzi Saturday: St. Philip Neri; Vigil of Pentecost HOLY NAME Youth Ministry! - Don t Forget! The youth group (7th grade and up) meets every 2nd & 4th Sunday after the 11:30 AM Mass. We invite all youth from 7th-12th grade to join us for fun, fellowship and to learn more about the person of Jesus Christ. Weekly Offering 5/13/12 5/15/11 CASH 1,279.01 1,387.53 CHECKS 4,722.00 3,822.00 Total Collection 6,001.01 5,209.53 # of Envelopes 215 204 MASS INTENTIONS WEEK of May 20, 2012 Sun 20 7:30 AM Pierre Jaureguito 9:30 AM John Yerina 11:30 AM Mass for the People Mon 21 7:30 AM Mothers Day Novena 9:00 AM Brendan Logan Tue 22 7:30 AM Mothers Day Novena 9:00 AM The McCarthy & Sheehan Family Wed 23 7:30 AM Mothers Day Novena 9:00 AM Roger Pendenza Family Thu 24 7:30 AM Chris & Rose McCarthy 9:00 AM John McEllistrim Fri 25 7:30 AM Lee Lui Chong Yuk 9:00 AM Elizabeth Ann Marshall Sat 26 7:30 AM Special Intentions of Tito Dullano, Jr. 9:00 AM Rose Paculba 5:00 PM May Castro de Leon We pray for the Sick...that they may experience God s Love and Healing. Lorenzo Aguirre, Dalmacio Briones Jr., Deogracias Cusi, Evangeline Agbunag, Gene Relampagos, Mani Glanz, Janice Di Martini, Mary Medina, Clara Lee, Amy McNally, Arturo Martin, Alexis Rivera, Aurora Urmeneta, Alice Fiumara, Philip Nordstrom, Inge Nordstrom, Rosa Maria Alonso, Marilou L. Dullano, Laura Andrade, Viola Mahoney, Christopher Weinman, Poy Wong, Leny Lopez, Mee Yee, Johanna Bualat, Juan Aguirre, Arlene V. Rivera, Kevin Lu, Dory Constantino, Margaret O Brien, Fr. Tom Seagrave, Max Kirkham, Regina Gilson, Joan Boike, Jenny Guilfoyle, Amelia Lippi, Marguerite Rodigou, Kevin Maguire, Soledad Rico We pray for those who have Died that they may be granted a home in heaven. C.L.A.S.COLLECTION Today, members of the Holy Name Ladies Aid will be collecting for the needy in the Parish. Boxes will be by the exits. CATHOLIC COMMUNICATION CAMPAIGN Next Sunday s Second Collection is for the Catholic Communication Campaign. See page 5 for more info.
HOLY NAME SCHOOL Dear Holy Name Families, I truly don t know how to thank our parents for an incredible Teacher Appreciation Week. From Monday through Friday, we were all amazed at the outpouring of appreciation that came in so many forms. The halls were decorated with bouquets of balloons; the faculty room was dressed up throughout the week with beautiful flowers and an amazing display of food. We were served breakfast, several delicious lunches, including a baseball lunch, high tea and a medley of sweets. Teachers and staff members received flowers, candy and thank you notes all during the week. A few of us were lucky enough to be picked in a drawing for a gift card. On behalf of the faculty and staff members of Holy Name School, I thank you. You really are the best parents in town and are truly appreciated by each of us. God bless each of you. Sincerely, Mrs. Judy Cosmos NOTE FROM NATASHA S FAMILY Dear Holy Name, Thank you so much, the families and teachers who have reached out to Natasha, by making a donation to the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation or buying a bracelet or T-shirt. The PBTF is a fantastic cause because it is trying to fast-forward life-saving treatments for children with this devastating disease. To date there is not a single FDA-approved medication for children with brain tumors, but this organization is committed to changing that. We are gratified to see the groundswell of goodwill shown to our family, as well as the other young warriors battling brain tumors. A big thank, too, to the Good Samaritans who donated bloods or platelets to patients requiring blood transfusions. Almost every child on the seventh floor at UCSF needs blood and/or platelets to help their recovery. Many families are indebted to you. Natasha had two blood transfusions two days ago, and we were told that both donors specifically asked to have the blood designated for Natasha. Aweinspiring. Please keep Natasha and all the young patients who have to endure debilitating treatments to fight their disease in your thoughts and prayers. If you would like to learn more about childhood brain tumors, please watch the 5-minute video made by the PBTF on our website: www.firstgiving.com/suzanneleigh Ken and Suzanne Holmes GOOD NEWS CORNER Congratulations to Sophia Ibalio, 2 nd grade, who received an Honorable Mention in this year s Archdiocesan Respect Life Contest. Sophia s essay was submitted along with others from schools of the Archdiocese of San Francisco. STUDENT COUNCIL 2012 Congratulations to the following students who were elected to the Student Council for 2012: Executive Commissioner Asst. Executive Commissioner Apostolic Commissioner Boys Sports Commissioner Girls Sports Commissioner Spirit & Social Commissioner Communication Commissioner Fundraising Commissioner Technology Commissioner School Service Commissioner Mei Tam Owen Phanh Monique Nguyen Nelson Beltran Sophia Hapin Emma Gleavy Cheyenne Tam Brandon Leung Spencer Collantes Brittney Nguyen HOLY NAME TREE OF LIFE The Holy Name Tree of Life, a bronze tree trunk with approximately 400 leaves is located at the back of the Church. Donors can have their names, or those they wish to honor, engraved on the leaf. The proceeds of the donations to the Tree of Life will go towards a much-needed Capital Improvement Fund. Each leaf costs $500 with a $25.00 engraving charge. We suggest setting a MAXIMUM number of characters per leaf to 5 lines, 25 characters per line including spaces. Leaf color choices are Gold, Silver or Bronze. Please send engraving request with check payment (payable to Holy Name Parish) or drop by the church office, 1555 39th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94122. For more information, please call (415) 664-8590. ARCHDIOCESE OF SAN FRANCISCO 2012 ARCHBISHOP S ANNUAL APPEAL As good stewards of the mysteries and gifts of Jesus Christ, I humbly ask you to join me in making a generous gift to the 2012 Archbishop s Annual Appeal and to be the light for so many in our community. You may send in your donation with the brochure you received in the mail or simply cut and fill out this form, attach your donation check, and mail or drop off to: Holy Name, 1555 39th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94122 To date, we have received $28,466 (51.38%) in pledges towards our goal of $55,400. Thank you for your generosity and continued support. - Fr. Arnold E. Zamora CUT HERE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Name: Address: Phone No.: E-Mail: Pledge or one-time donation amount: For More Information regarding the Archbishop s Annual Appeal: Please contact the parish office at (415) 664-8590 or the Archdiocesan Office of Development at (415) 614-5580 or development@sfarchdiocese.org
FAZtor s Notes by Fr. Arnold Zamora What a journey it has been! I just came back from vacation or should I say work-cation. A red wavy line appeared underneath the word indicating that work-cation is not recognized in the dictionary. But that s how I describe the month that I have been away from the parish. Although it is always a choice to just sit and relax by the beach and take a quite moment of rest or to be more fruitful for others, I always take the latter option. So one day after I arrived in my beautiful island of Bohol, Philippines, I was doing a weekend music workshop for a university choir. It was a work related to Holy Name, although not to our parish but to Holy Name University, which is the name of the school run by the SVD fathers. The next weekend was spent on a workshop-seminar for the music ministers of my home Diocese of Tagbilaran. Then another weekend spent, for another choir of the same university. My weekdays were spent flying back and forth to Manila doing my music CD album project. As for my priestly ministry, a young adult charismatic group had scheduled me, even before I arrived, for their first Friday Mass. I also officiated at the mass for the 10 th year death anniversary of my father, whose funeral I was unable to attend. I also administered the Sacrament of Baptism to my first grandnephew, the son of my sister s daughter. Then came the moment of glory. The official release of my new CD album was passionately marked by a colorful launching at the luxurious Bohol s Peacock Garden. Aptly entitled My Life in You, the album contains 12 songs that I wrote and subtitled Psalm of Psalms, revealing their biblical inspiration from the Book of Psalms and providing the great opportunity to express a heartfelt message of hope, love, faith, praise and inspiration. Every three years our province of Bohol gives an award to Ten Outstanding Boholanos Around the World (TOBAW). I felt humbled to be included in the line-up as I accepted the award for the Arts-Music category. Bohol is a prime tourist destination in the Philippines and is famous for its Chocolate Hills, thousands of cone-shaped hills. But the hills are alive with the sound of music. Every time a priest sings in the US, people always asked me, Is he from Bohol too? When I ask why, the response is: Because he sings well. My reply is: Oh, I thought it is because he is good looking too. Now after those glorious moments, like in the Transfiguration scene, I have to come down from that mountain. Perhaps in my case, from those hills, and face the world again and continue my ministry. I M BACK! HOLY NAME PARISH 2012 RELIGIOUS ED SUMMER CAMP When: All Saturdays in June Time: 10 AM 2 PM (Please bring bagged lunch) Cost: $50 Deadline for Registration: May 23, 2012 OPEN TO ALL CHILDREN GRADES K-8 Activities include praying, baking, knitting, movies, arts & crafts and more. Registration is a must. Please contact Sr. Stella or call the Parish office (415) 664-8590 for more information. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Child s Name: Grade: Parent/s Name: Address: Phone Number: WE ARE STILL COLLECTING DONATIONS FOR OUR PENNY DRIVE TO REACH OUR GOAL OF $6,000 Please drop off donations at the church office or on Sundays in back of the Church MOVIE NIGHT Thursday, May 24th, 2012, 7 PM in the Flanagan Center Feature Film: THE OUTSIDERS Director Francis Coppola's adaptation of the popular S.E. Hinton novel about the price of rebellious youth is notable chiefly for the stunning cast of young actors who went on to rich and varied careers. In supporting roles, the film features the likes of Tom Cruise, Patrick Swayze, Diane Lane, Rob Lowe, Emilio Estevez, and Tom Waits, among others. The story centers on two rival gangs in the early 1960s Midwest, and the violent turf wars that escalate and tragically claim young lives. C. Thomas Howell plays the central character who yearns to prove himself and be accepted by his older brothers' gang, while at the same time finding his first love and dreaming of a life beyond his dead end existence. Geared toward the teenage crowd, the film nonetheless features some fine direction from Coppola in a story that evokes memories of the classic coming-of-age films of the 1950s. --Robert Lane 8 th GRADE MUSICAL TICKETS ON SALE NOW The eighth grade class is presenting the musical, On The Town. Performances will be Friday and Saturday, May 18 and 19, at 7:00 p.m., and Sunday afternoon, May 20, at 2:00 p.m.. Please note that seats are reserved. Please call the school office. Thank you to those who donated to Mr. Galvin s musical wish list. CONGRATULATIONS & HAPPY WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Benny and Ofelia Capuyan (45th ): May 20 Sofia & Juan Aguirre (67th): May 14th
HELLO???? THE FIRST RESPONDER A few days ago, our Parish Secretary received a telephone call from an elderly parishioner who was having difficulty breathing, the caller said she needed help and gave her address. Fortunately, our Secretary was able to identify this caller and was able to call for help. This situation was a true emergency and the phone call should have been 9-1-1. What is a true emergency? Is the victim's condition life or limb threatening? Could the victim's condition worsen and become life or limb-threatening on the way to the hospital? Could moving the victim cause further injury? Does the victim need the skills or equipment of paramedics or emergency medical technicians? Would distance or traffic conditions cause a delay in getting the victim to the hospital? What Are Some Examples? Know which symptoms to watch for. According to the American College of Emergency Physicians and other national organizations, the following are some of the warning signs of a medical emergency: Difficulty breathing, shortness of breath Chest or upper abdominal pain or pressure Fainting or loss of consciousness Unresponsiveness when talked to or touched Drowning Unexplained seizures or convulsions Sudden dizziness, weakness, or change in vision Mental change (such as confusion, unusual behavior, difficulty waking or speaking) Unexplained severe headache Sudden or intense pain Bleeding that won't stop Severe vaginal bleeding Coughing up or vomiting blood Suicidal or homicidal feelings Choking Severe burns Allergic reaction Trauma (injury) Hypothermia or abnormally low body temperature Heat stress or exhaustion Motor vehicle accident injury Industrial accident Drug overdose or poisoning Neck or back injury How You Can Help in a Medical Emergency? Know What to Say. Calling for help is easy. Just dial 9-1-1. The information you give the emergency dispatch operator helps EMS help you. Continued»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»»» Catholic Communication Campaign: How the Good News gets around If Jesus Christ were on earth today, how would he spread his message of salvation? Would he use television, radio, newspapers, text messages, billboards, DVDs, or even the Internet? Pope Benedict XVI, in his 43rd message for World Communication Day..., said that "these technologies" are truly a gift to humanity and we must endeavour to ensure that the benefits they offer are put at the service of all human individuals and communities." The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops established the Catholic Communication Campaign (CCC) collection in 1979 to respond to the national and local communications needs of the Church. The collection is unique in that proceeds are split equally between each participating diocese and the national office. Dioceses use their share of the CCC collection to support local communications efforts such as televised Masses and diocesan newspapers. On the national level, CCC funds support the development and production of a wide range of media initiatives that are carried out by USCCB staff and grantee organizations. A portion of the CCC's national funds are also set aside for grants to aid Catholic communication efforts in developing nations. From RSS feeds of the Daily Readings from the New American Bible, to television specials seen on national networks and public service messages seen by millions of Americans, the Catholic Communication Campaign is how the Good News gets around! SCHEDULING YOUR PHOTO APPOINTMENT: If you were not able to schedule your photo appointment with our scheduling volunteers the last 3 Sundays, you can still schedule your own appointment by going to https://www.securedata-trans14.com/ap/ holynameofjesuschurch/index.php?page=10 or by simply logging on to our new website www.holynamesf.org the link to the Lifetouch photo scheduler is on our website. Don t wait! Appointments are becoming limited. Still need help? Or need help changing an appointment? Call Jackie at the Parish office (415)664-8590. Continued from«««««««««««««««««««stay calm, speak clearly, and stay on the phone until the emergency operator tells you to hang up. Tell the emergency dispatch operator where to find the person needing emergency care, who is hurt or sick, and what happened. The emergency operator will also need to know what condition the victim is in and if any help is being given. Give the exact location of the emergency. Point out any landmarks nearby intersections, bridges, and buildings that will help the ambulance crew find you. And leave your name, address, and telephone number in case the emergency operator needs to get back in touch with you. Make the right call. If it s potentially life threatening, or you re in doubt, don t guess call 9-1-1.
Holy Name Parish Business Office: est. 1925 1555 39th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94122 Phone: (415) 664-8590 Fax: (415) 759-4293 www.holyname-sf.org www.holynamesf.org HOLY NAME SCHOOL: (415) 731-4077 Website: www.holynamesf.com Judy Cosmos, Principal 1560 40th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94122 HOLY NAME PRESCHOOL: (415) 664-4753 Alice Ho Seher, Preschool Director Website: www.holynamesf.com & click on Preschool Holy Name CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC Private lessons are offered in piano, voice, guitar and violin. To register or more information please contact Jackie at (415) 664-8590. RECTORY: 3240 Lawton St. San Francisco, CA 94122 (415) 759-4294 FLANAGAN CENTER: (415) 564-2632 PARISH NURSE PROGRAM: Carol, R.N. (415) 664-8590 ext. 109 CANOSSIAN SISTERS: (415) 753-6685 1858 38th Ave. San Francisco, CA 94122 PARISH STAFF: Rev. Arnold E. Zamora, Pastor Rev. Nicasio Paloso, Parochial Vicar Most Rev. Ignatius C. Wang, JCD Auxiliary Bishop Emeritus/In Residence Rev. Mr. Michael Doherty, Deacon Sr. Stella Negri, FdCC, Pastoral Associate Sr. Herminia Cosico, FdCC, Pastoral Outreach Minister Sr. Esther Ling, FdCC, Spiritual Director Chinese Ministry/D.R.E., Holy Name School Jackie C. Alcaraz, Parish Manager Director/Holy Name Conservatory of Music Colleen A. Durkin, Parish Secretary Holy Name School Alumni Coordinator Tony Eiras, Music Director Carol Elliott, RN, Parish Nurse Ron Alcaraz, Gym Director Rodil Hidalgo, Boys Athletic Director Vince de Lucca, Girls Athletic Director Patrick Cody, Parish Pastoral Council Chairperson Jim Regan, Parish Finance Council Chairperson Pls. contact the Parish office if you would like to contact members of the Pastoral or Finance Councils. SCHEDULE OF MASSES Sunday: 7:30 AM, 9:30 AM (Family Mass), 11:30 AM, 3:15 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 & 4:30-5:00 PM Saturday or by appointment Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Every Wednesday 9:30 AM 7:30 PM Sacred Heart of Jesus Devotions: Friday after 9:00 AM Mass Perpetual Help Devotions: Saturday after 9:00 AM Mass First Saturday Devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary begins at 8:30 AM with the Rosary, then Mass & Benediction Baptisms by appointment Baptismal Preparation Fourth Thursday of the month in the Pastoral Center - 7:30 PM Marriages Contact Pastoral Center 6 months in advance. Religious Education (for Children) Kindergarten to 9th, Saturday 10 AM 12 Noon RCIA for youth Monday 5:00 PM-6:30 PM Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (R.C.I.A.) Wednesdays, 7:30-9:00 PM in the Pastoral Center R.C.I.A. (Chinese) Every Saturday Pastoral Center 10:00 AM Religious Education (for Adults) : Please call Sr. Stella 664-8590 Bible Class every Tuesday@10-11 AM (Flanagan Center) Bible Study Group (Chinese) Every Wednesday 7:30 PM Flanagan Center Parish Pastoral Council: contact Fr. Arnold Zamora St. Vincent de Paul Society meeting every Monday at 7:30 PM (Pastoral Center) Legion of Mary: Contact Rose Symkowick (415) 731-4652 Blood Pressure Screening: every 2nd Wednesday from after the 7:30 AM Mass until Noon (Pastoral Center) except JULY & AUGUST Holy Name Ladies Aid: every 1st Wednesday of the Month at 11:45 AM (Flanagan Center) Senior Club: every Thursday at 11:00 AM (Flanagan Ctr.) Monday Night Yoga: every Monday at 6:15 PM (Assembly Room); Please contact Jackie at (415) 664-8590 FIL-AM Club: Every 3rd Friday of the month, 6:45 pm (except Oct. and Nov. at 7:30 pm) at the Flanagan Center. HOLY NAME Choir Practice: every Tuesday at 7:00 PM Welcome New Parishioners! Please complete and return form to the Pastoral Center (1555 39th Ave.), or simply drop it in the collection basket. Kindly print all information. Name(s) Address City & Zip Phone E-mail: Send me envelopes: Send me info on auto-donations