Second Sunday of Lent March 16, 2014 His face shone like the sun and his clothes became white as light. - Matthew 17:2 St. Veronica Church Established 1951 The Transfiguration by Raphael (1516-20) 434 Alida Way, South San Francisco, CA 94080 Fax: 650-588-1481 www.stveronicassf.com Phone: 650-588-1455
St. Veronica Parish Parish Office Hours Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Closed for lunch from 12:30-1:30 p.m. (unless otherwise posted) Phone: 650-588-1455 Fax: 650-588-1481 Parish Staff Fr. Charles Puthota, Ph.D., Pastor Fr. Rafael de Avila, Parochial Vicar Fr. Don Sharp, S.J., Weekend Assistant* Fr. Al Grosskopf, S.J., Weekend Assistant* Deacon Roger Beaudry Deacon Joseph LeBlanc Ms. Patricia Spiteri, Parish Secretary Mrs. Karen Guglielmoni, Faith Formation and Wedding Coordinator Ext.305 Mr. Christopher Lindstrom, Music Director 650-588-1455 Ext. 308 St. Veronica Catholic School www.saintveronicassf.org Phone: 650-589-3909 Mrs. Kathryn Lucchesi Mrs. Geninne Ruegg Principal Vice Principal SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION Sacrament of Baptism Baptismal Preparation classes are held once a month. Call the Parish Office 650-588-1455 Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) Call the Parish Office to register 650-588-1455 Ext.309 Faith Formation: 650-588-1455 Ext. 305 Catechetical instructions (1st to 8th grades) Confirmation Classes: 650-588-1455 Mass Intentions WEEK of March 16, 2014 Parish Office email: churchoffice@stveronicassf.com Sun 03/16 6:45 Helen Nakarada 8:00 Aurea Alumisim 9:30 Pat Kerrigan 11:00 Vicente David 12:30 People of St. Veronica 6:00 Ramon H. Davila Mon 03/17 6:30 Jovita Arcenal 8:30 Patrick Kerrigan Tue 03/18 6:30 Maggie Kalvelage 8:30 Margaret Siri Wed 03/19 6:30 Teodora Hipolito 8:30 Nello Venturini Thu 03/20 6:30 Janet Podesta 8:30 Jennifer Wodke Fri Sat Sun 03/21 6:30 Marino Sun 8:30 Sebastian Chavez 03/22 8:30 Aurea Alumisim 5:00 Hermelinda De Navarro 03/23 6:45 Eufemia Nisperos 8:00 Michael Casella 9:30 Mike and Kevin Folan 11:00 Tetet Virey 12:30 People of St. Veronica 6:00 Rosa Martinez Avalos Reflecting on the Word Lent is a time for transformation; a time to let our thinking be transfigured. In today s Gospel we have the story of the transfiguration of Jesus, and what we might think of as the non-transfiguration of Peter. Peter s response to this event shows that he is still tied to an old way of thinking. First, he thinks that Jesus, Moses, and Elijah are in need of some sort of shelter. Second, he wants to camp out on the mountain of transfiguration rather than make the journey to Jerusalem, where the true glory of Jesus will shine forth on the cross. What saves him from his un-transfigured way of thinking is the voice of God telling him to listen to Jesus. Most of us do not have the benefit of such an audible voice, but we do have the example of Peter with which scripture presents us. We can learn that what we need to do in order to share in the transfiguration of the world that is glimpsed in Jesus own transfiguration is to listen to him, the Son in whom God is well pleased. Lent is traditionally a time of giving things up. Today s Gospel suggests that we need to give up certain old ways of thinking and to actively listen to Jesus in prayerful reflection on scripture. - adapted from Living the Word
Mass Schedule Saturdays: 8:30AM and 5:00PM Sundays: 6:45, 8:00, 9:30, 11:00AM, and 12:30PM Spanish Mass: Sundays at 6:00PM Holy Days: 6:30, 8:30AM, and 6:30PM Monday - Friday: 6:30 and 8:30AM Confessions Saturdays: 4:00 5:00PM Liturgy of the Hours Monday - Friday: Morning Prayer at 6:00AM Eucharistic Adoration Monday - Friday: 9:00AM - 9:00PM Parish Registration Please complete and return form to the parish office, or simply drop it in the collection basket. Kindly print all information Name(s): Name(s): Address: City and Zip: Phone: E-mail: Primary language spoken at home: Updating Current Parish Registration Moving / Please remove from mailing list This is a new registration Please call me. ON THE HORIZON! March 27: Movie Day, 1 p.m., Pastoral Center March 31: Book Club, 7 p.m., Pastoral Center April 26: Capital Campaign Bocce Tournament May 3: Volunteer Appreciation Dinner It is with great joy that we welcome into our church and community the following children who received the Sacrament of Baptism at our Church on Saturday, March 8, 2014 Clarissa Alvarez Rosita Alvarez Sofia G. Vazquez Blanco Pray for our Beloved Deceased In your prayers this week, please remember the repose of the souls of our deceased parishioners, especially: Colleen Risner - died Jan. 31, 2014 Eternal Rest Grant Unto Her, O Lord... Welcome New Parishioners! Our parish continues to be blessed and enriched by the presence of new parishioners: Steve, Kathleen and Mia Casazza May St. Veronica Church become a spiritual home where your faith and fellowship may be nourished with inspiration for you to live a life of service and generosity toward God and others. Envelopes received in the First Collection: February 22 and 23: 279 March 01 and 02: 308 March 08 and 09: 296 If you currently receive envelopes but do not use them, please prayerfully consider including your donation in the collection basket. Thank you for supporting St. Veronica Parish and its works. Day Mass Time 1st Collection Maintenance Totals Saturday 03/08/14 5:00PM 2564.00 323.00 2887.00 Sunday 03/09/14 6:45AM 517.00 124.00 641.00 8:00AM 670.00 199.00 869.00 9:30AM 1105.00 225.00 1330.00 11:00AM 833.00 193.00 1026.00 12:30PM 1254.00 304.00 1558.00 Spanish Mass 6:00PM 323.00 180.00 503.00 Ash Wednesday Masses 2997.00 n/a 2997.00 TOTALS: $10,263.00 $1,548.00 $11,811.00
From the Pastor s Desk Dear Parishioners, A Season of Sacraments: Both the Faith Formation and School families had their First Reconciliation recently. The children did a fantastic job. They were relaxed and smiling---enjoying this second sacrament in their lives. Their parents and families were all excited about their children receiving the grace and beauty of this sacrament. It s indeed a charming event when we see the little children making their first confession, saying the Act of Contrition, doing penance, and seeking God s grace and blessings. One cannot but be touched and moved by the earnestness and innocence, the transparency and trust, of these children. I wish I could become so earnest and childlike in my relationship with God. I wish I could recover my simplicity and recapture my lost angels. The children teach us a lot about faith, love, and life. No wonder Jesus said: Unless you become like these children, you will not enter the Kingdom of God. The children are all looking forward to their First Communion in April and May. Our parish will become better and holier because of these children receiving these new sacraments. The families of the children are blessed and inspired as well. Let s keep them all in our prayers. Shall we all seek and long for these children s faith and trust, especially in this season of Lent? Archbishop s Annual Appeal (AAA): We are making steady progress in reaching our goal. During our monthlong drive, the names of the donors were placed in the bulletin. There will be another complete list published in the next 2-3 weeks, including the names of the recent donors. Those of you who haven t donated so far, please rush, hurry, hasten! Help us complete the goal of $49,200! If your name is not on that list, you are still lagging behind in practicing the spirit of stewardship--- to strengthen the Archdiocese of which St. Veronica Church is a part. WASC: This is the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, an accrediting commission. Fostering excellence, WASC accreditation recognizes schools that meet an acceptable level of quality, in accordance with established, research-based WASC criteria. Members of this commission visited a couple of months ago and again last week, studying and observing various aspects of our parish school. They came prepared after carefully studying the self-study report that our school had submitted to them. They talked to various people and groups, including me, seeking feedback about how our school is doing. The end result will be the granting of accreditation status for our school for another period of six years. They will highlight the strengths and point out areas for improvement. This is an opportunity for our school to grow and excel further, and become even stronger in faith, academics, and service. I congratulate Principal Kathy Lucchesi, the teachers and staff who have been preparing meticulously for this process of self-examination and recognition by WASC. Ten Practical Things You Can Do in Lent: As you know well, Lent is a time set aside for slowing down and thinking about how we live and love, how our faith journey is, how our family life is, how we relate to larger community, what we do to help those in need, etc. Shall I make 10 practical suggestions for this holy season? 1. Make sure to attend the weekend Mass. 2. If possible, catch a daily Mass either before you go to work or at lunch break near where you work. 3. Read reflectively a chapter each day from one or two of the gospels. 4. Go to confession before Easter. 5. Become more kind toward and respectful of others, starting with your family. 6. Do one thing at least which will connect you with someone sad, poor or in need. 7. Read online some of the sayings and actions of Pope Francis as a way of being inspired. 8. Do one thing by way of faith or service to connect you deeply with the Catholic Church. 9. Do one thing by way of service to connect you with the town/city/world. 10. Appreciate people more readily and generously. Pope Francis s First Anniversary: March 13 last year, Jorge Mario Bergoglio, a cardinal from Buenos Aires, Argentina, and a Jesuit, was elected Pope. The Church and the world have not been the same since. Millions of Catholics around the world have become excited and proud of their Catholic faith. The other Christian churches, other religions, even non-believers are all applauding this Pope as someone extraordinary. We thank God for this Pope and for the new spirit blowing through the church and the world. A question that we can ask is: How does all this excitement about Pope Francis translate for me in terms of a change of heart toward the Five Important F s in my life: fun, faith, family, friendship, and fellowship? Religious Joke: Atheist: "Do you honestly believe that Jonah spent three days and three nights in the belly of a huge fish?" Preacher: "I don't know, sir, but when I get to heaven, I'll ask him." Atheist: "But suppose he isn't in heaven?" Preacher: "Then you ask him." Your Friend and Pastor, Father Charles Puthota
Prayer and Reflection Lenten events at St. Veronica Stations of the Cross will be recited each Friday during Lent immediately following the 8:30 a.m. Mass and again at 6:30 p.m. A Half-day Retreat will be held on Saturday, March 29 at St. Veronica. Flyers may be found in the vestibule or interested parties may RSVP directly to the Pastoral Center by March 26. A donation of $10 per person is requested to cover the cost of food and materials. CANCELLED: The Deanery-Level Lenten Penance Service which was to be held at Mater Dolorosa has been cancelled. The Annual Chrism Mass will take place on Thursday, April 10, at 5:30 p.m. at St. Mary s Cathedral. Almsgiving St. Vincent de Paul Conference at St. Veronica is accepting non-perishable food items. Especially needed are canned fruits and vegetables, cereal, peanut butter and jelly, coffee, tuna, pasta and rice. Now through Good Friday, April 18, items may be placed in the basket in the vestibule or dropped off at the Pastoral Center. The Gubbio Project housed at St. Boniface Church is in need of toiletry items for the homeless in and around San Francisco s Tenderloin area. Take a Ziploc bag and fill it with the following items: 1 or more pairs of socks, disposable razors, small tubes of toothpaste, 1 or more toothbrushes, 1 packet or more of cough drops, 1 pair of stretchy cloth gloves, 1 cloth hat. Many of these items may be found at the dollar or discount stores. Please return filled bags to the container in the vestibule or the Pastoral Center by Good Friday. Visit the Gubbio Project at www.thegubbioproject.org to learn more about the services they provide. Yarn Donations may be dropped off at the Pastoral Center. We have a group of dedicated crafters who will turn your donation into beautiful lap blankets for the elderly. Catholic Charities CYO is offering a variety of ways for volunteers to strengthen their faith through acts of compassion during the Lenten season. Visit www.cccyo.org/lent for a list of opportunities and contact Jane Ferguson Flout at 41-972.1227 or jfergusonflout@cccyo.org to sign up. Congratulations to the Newlyweds! Mayra Jimenez and Eduardo Mora who were wed at Saint Veronica Church March 8, 2014 That is why a man leaves his father and mother and clings to his wife, and the two of them become one body. -Genesis 2:24 Volunteers are invited to take part in the annual Washing of the Feet during the Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord s Supper at 6:30 p.m. on April 17. Those interested are asked to call the Pastoral Center and sign up. All ages welcome!
March Book and Movie Events! The next meeting of the St. Veronica Movie Club will be Thursday, March 27 at 1:00 p.m. in the Pastoral Center. Bernadette (2008), with a runtime of 120 minutes, will be shown. The next meeting of the St. Veronica Book Club will be Monday, March 31 at 7:00 p.m. in the Pastoral Center. Siddhartha by Herman Hesse will be discussed. New members are always welcome! Please call the Pastoral Center to sign up and receive further information. Is a trip to the Holy Land on your bucket list? Join Father Charles from October 19 28, 2014 Price: $4,349 from San Francisco per person based on double occupancy. Included Sites: Caesarea, Haifa, Nazareth, Tiberias, Sea of Galilee, Jordan River, Mount Tabor, Mount of Beatitudes, Tabgha, Capernaum, Jericho, Cana, Jerusalem, Gethsemane, Ein Karem, Bethlehem, Bethany, Masada, Dead Sea. We will visit places connected with the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Nights: One night in Tel Aviv, 2 nights in Tiberias, 5 nights in Jerusalem. Items of interest include: Renewal of marriage vows at Cana, a dip in the River Jordan, Masses and visits to the holiest shrines, sailing on a boat in the Sea of Galilee, bathing in the Dead Sea, the Way of the Cross along Via Dolorosa, placing your prayer papers in the Wailing Wall (Western Wall). Included in the cost: Round-trip airfare; airline fuel surcharges and airport taxes; 8 nights at centrally located first class hotels; Breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily; transportation by air-conditioned motor coach; assistance of professional local Catholic guides; sightseeing and admission fees; Mass and prayers daily with Father Charles and spiritual activities. If you would like to become a pilgrim, please contact: Rosalie or Rinda of 206 Tours at 800-206-TOUR (8687) or email: rosalie@206tours.com or rinda@206tours.com. For information online: www.pilgrimages.com/ frputhota/ For a Full-Color Brochure: Contact Patti or Karen at the Parish Office. Baptism Information Registration forms are available from the Pastoral Center during regular office hours, or you may download a form from our website at www.stveronicassf.com. Baptisms are celebrated on the 1st and 3rd Saturday (English) and 2nd Saturday (Spanish) of each month. Please call the Parish Office for times and to register. April 5 (full), 12 (full), May 3, 10 (S), 17 26 (full) June 7, 14 (S-full), 21 July 5, 12 (S), 19 August 2, 9 (S), 16 September 6, 13 (S), 20 Preparation classes for parents and godparents are held monthly on Tuesdays as noted: April 8 May 13 June 10 July 8 August 12 September 9 Classes are conducted in the Pastoral Center from 7:30-9:00 p.m. (Adults only please). Please call the Parish Office at 650-588-1455 to reserve your space for the Baptismal Preparation Classes. MISA DOMINICAL EN ESPAÑOL De esta manera la parroquia de Santa Verónica quiere prestar un servicio pastoral a la comunidad latina presente en el área de Sur San Francisco. Con esto se pretende que la comunidad latina participe de una manera más significativa en la vida parroquial. FRECUENCIA: Todos los domingos del año. HORA: 6:00 PM. BAUTISMOS EN ESPAÑOL Los bautismos en español se llevan a cabo el segundo sábado de cada mes. La plática preparatoria para el bautismo se lleva a cabo el mismo día del bautismo. Esto es, se da la plática e inmediatamente después se tiene la ceremonia del sacramento del bautismo. FRECUENCIA: Sábado segundo de cada mes HORA: 11:00 AM PLÁTICA: Antes de la ceremonia del bautismo. Para mayor información llamar a la oficina. Tel: 650 588-1455
St. Veronica Capital Campaign Update - March 2014 Following completion of Phase I, current funds available for Phase II - $164,183. Additional funds needed to break ground on Phase II - $85,817. St. Veronica Legacy Items still available! Order deadline is May 1, 2014! Leave a lasting legacy by gifting a Legacy Item to commemorate a life event or loved one. For complete details and to download the order form, visit http://stveronicassf.com/cap_cpng/cc.pdf -- or -- www.stveronicassf.com St. Veronica Parish Spring 2014 Bocce Ball Tournament When and Where: Sat., April 26 at Orange Memorial Park Bocce Courts Check in: 8:00-9:00 a.m.; Games start promptly at 9:00 a.m. Cost: $30 per participant ($120 per team). Four players per team; single players welcome. If you have less than 4 players, we will fill your team. Included: Breakfast-coffee and donuts; Lunch-hamburgers and hot dogs; raffle Spectators welcome - join us for lunch at noon - $10.00 Interested? List your team name (if applicable) and team members names and phone numbers/email addresses and submit with payment to the Pastoral Center c/o Mike Dimech, Class of 72. Checks may be made payable to the St. Veronica Church. Need more information? Contact Mike Dimech at 650-922-2667 or mdimech7@gmail.com. Recap of Upcoming Capital Campaign Events and Deadlines April 26 - Spring Bocce Ball Tournament, Orange Park May 1 - Legacy Item order deadline (to date, 121 4x8 bricks, 129 8x8 bricks and 62 granite tiles, 21 benches and 4 trees have been purchased) May 17 - Spring Gala, Basque Cultural Center Every Wednesday in July - Bingo!! November 1 - Sister Act Comedy Dinner Show