The one who sat on the throne said, “Behold, I make all things new.” (Rev. 21:5)
Dear Fellow Parishioners of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception:
I am so glad that my priestly ministry has taken me a little further down old Highway 9 to this beautiful parish. It was the beloved home of my dear friend, Fr. Mark Catalana, and I am sure that it will be loved just as much by me.
MASS SCHEDULE
Weekday Mass: Monday – Saturday 9:30am (Livestream & in Church)
Rosary on Mondays - Saturday at 9:00 am (Livestream & in Church)
Saturday Vigil Mass: 5:00pm (in Church)
Sunday Masses: 7:30 am (in Church), 9:00am (Livestream & in Church) & 5:00pm (in Church)
Confession: Saturday 3:30pm - 4:30pm in the Pastoral Center Conference Room.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
(CONFESSION)
We have resumed our weekly schedule for the Sacrament of Reconciliation for all faithful with no prior appointments on Saturdays from 3.30 to 4.30 pm in the Pastoral Center Conference Room.
USCCB DOCUMENT ON THE EUCHARIST
There has been much media coverage of the recent United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). Most of it asserted that the U.S. bishops, in defiance of the Vatican, made a historic move to censure Biden. This did not happen. The bishops voted to draft a document on the meaning of the Eucharist in the Life of the Church. This will help enhance the efforts of the USCCB’s “Eucharistic Revival” strategic initiative over the next three to four years. Bishop Cantú offers the following tools to help you respond to questions and concerns you may receive.
USCCB question and answer (Q&A) document that responds to the most frequent concerns that have been raised about the vote. Bishop Cantú concurs with the answers in the Q&A document.
Story in Catholic News Service – an in-depth interview with Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades of Fort Wayne-South Bend, Indiana, who chairs the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Committee on Doctrine – about why the bishops voted to write a teaching document on the mystery of the Eucharist and what it means for all U.S. Catholics.
Farewell, dear friends…
Dear brothers and sisters, and beloved children in Christ Jesus,
Finally, the hour has come to say farewell, cherish memories, and say, “What then is Apollos? What is Paul? Servants through whom you believed, as the Lord assigned to each” (I Cor 3:5-7).
Stewardship & Development
Our Goal for July is $58,824.00
THANK YOU FOR YOUR GIFT OF TREASURE!
Your continued ONLINE support of St. Mary is greatly appreciated.
THANK YOU to those who have already signed up for online donations.
If you would like to discontinue receiving envelopes please contact Sharon Aeria
COLLECTING FOR THE UNHOUSED
We all know that the homeless population has increased greatly over the last year.
St. Mary is partnering with Catholic Charities - Parish Engagement Project.
We will prepare hygiene care packages for those who are living on our streets in Santa Clara County.
Many of these unhoused individuals are couples but some of them also have children with them.
Please drop off donations in the basket located by the doors in church, or by the Pastoral Ministries Office.
Thank you,
Jane Najour – jnajour@stmaryslg.org (408) 354-3726 x121
Items that we need:
- Bars of soap
- Bottles of shampoo (not larger than 12 to 14 ounces)
- Dry shampoo
- Lotion (hypo allergenic or nothing with scents please)
- Nail clippers
- Plastic combs or hair brushes
- Tooth brushes
- Toothpaste
- Floss
- Sanitary pads (for female clients)
- Wet wipes
- Hand sanitizer
- Socks (men and women)
- Packs of Kleenex
- Disposable razors
ST. MARY SCHOOL
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Registration for the 2021-2022 school year is OPEN!
Are you interested in Catholic education for your children?
Diocese of San Jose
Once in a Lifetime Opportunity!
Experience the DIOCESAN YOUTH RENEWAL this year at
Sacred Heart Parish Saratoga
Experience the DIOCESAN YOUTH RENEWAL this year at
Sacred Heart Parish Saratoga
Let’s celebrate gathering together in person with youth and leaders from throughout the diocese! Join together enjoying activities, growing our faith, and deepening our relationship with Jesus Christ. Be ignited by the Holy Spirit!
Monday and Tuesday (July 19 – 20)
High School Youth 9th grade to graduating seniors
Thursday and Friday (July 22-23)
Middle school is incoming 6th grade to outgoing 8th grade.
High School Youth 9th grade to graduating seniors
Thursday and Friday (July 22-23)
Middle school is incoming 6th grade to outgoing 8th grade.
JULY 17: JUBILEE GAMES FOR VOCATIONS
The Diocese of San José is hosting the Jubilee Games for Vocations at Archbishop Mitty High School in San José. Sisters and postulants will compete in a soccer game for the St. Clare Cup, with high school girls filling out both teams. Priests and Seminarians will compete in a second soccer game for the St. Joseph Cup, with high school boys filling both teams as well. This outstanding community event of family entertainment will follow all the Covid-19 regulations. Click here to purchase tickets or register to play or volunteer.
JULY 17: JUBILEE GAMES FOR VOCATIONS
The Diocese of San José is hosting the Jubilee Games for Vocations at Archbishop Mitty High School in San José. Sisters and postulants will compete in a soccer game for the St. Clare Cup, with high school girls filling out both teams. Priests and Seminarians will compete in a second soccer game for the St. Joseph Cup, with high school boys filling both teams as well. This outstanding community event of family entertainment will follow all the Covid-19 regulations. Click here to purchase tickets or register to play or volunteer.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES PARISH ENGAGEMENT IS IN NEED OF VOLUNTEERS We all know someone who is impacted by the Pandemic. Catholic Charities Parish Engagement Project continues to need volunteers at its food distribution sites. This is also a great opportunity for high school students to earn service hours. Please sign up at: https://tinyurl.com/CatholicCharitiesVolunteer
JULY 12-14: QUO VADIS HYBRID RETREAT
Quo Vadis is Latin for “Where are you going?” This retreat seeks to help men in high school discern their vocation. You could be called to be a husband, a religious brother, a deacon, a priest… whatever your vocation may be, God is calling each of us to love and to serve Him.
Seek out what that calling is July 12-14, 2021. This retreat is a hybrid retreat for high school men. Registration is free. Click here to register or for more information.
JULY 14: CATHOLIC FUNERAL & CEMETERY SERVICES: GRIEF EVENTS
July 14 & August 18: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
This is a welcoming space to explore your grief and gain a better understanding of the emotions you are going through and how you might grow with a foundation of knowledge and prayer. For more Information.
This is a welcoming space to explore your grief and gain a better understanding of the emotions you are going through and how you might grow with a foundation of knowledge and prayer. For more Information.
RENTAL ASSISTANCE & RESOURCES
2 Rent Assistance Programs and Resources are now available! Low-income Santa Clara County residents who have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic can receive assistance with rent payments. Visit bit.ly/dsjhh21 to view details on these programs.
2 Rent Assistance Programs and Resources are now available! Low-income Santa Clara County residents who have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic can receive assistance with rent payments. Visit bit.ly/dsjhh21 to view details on these programs.
DIOCESE JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS UPCOMING EVENTS
AUG 11: Feast of St. Clare Mass
Nov 21: Closing Mass
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