The Holy Father's Universal Prayer Intention for August: The Church
Let us pray for the Church, that she may receive from the Holy Spirit the grace and strength to reform herself in the light of the Gospel.
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
Sunday Masses: 7:30am, 9:00am (Livestream & in Church) & 5:00pm
Confession: Saturday 3:30pm - 4:30pm in the Pastoral Center Conference Room.
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
(CONFESSION)
The Sacrament of Reconciliation for all faithful with no prior appointments is on Saturdays from 3.30 to 4.30 pm in the Pastoral Center Conference Room.
STEWARDSHIP & DEVELOPMENT
Our Goal for August is $77,163.00
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
FAITH FORMATION
FAITH IN ACTION
LITURGICAL MINISTERS NEEDED FOR MASSES
(Sunday & Special Occasions - Weddings, Funerals, etc.)
(Sunday & Special Occasions - Weddings, Funerals, etc.)
Lectors ~ Eucharistic Ministers ~ Sacristans ~ Ushers ~
Live Stream Operators & Eucharistic Ministers for the Homebound
Live Stream Operators & Eucharistic Ministers for the Homebound
To become a minister, you must have received the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist and be a registered parishioner at St. Mary. Please prayerfully consider becoming a Liturgical Minister. The Diocese of San Jose requires that all volunteers who work with children and vulnerable adults be fingerprinted and complete the Protecting God's Children® on-line training as a prerequisite to this ministry. Training for each minister will be provided. For more information or to apply to become a minister, please email
The Catholic Code of Canon Law (Canon#537) mandates a parish finance council in each parish. The role of the parish finance council is to advise and assist the pastor of the parish in all matters pertaining to parish finances and parish staff in planning the budget and in overseeing and controlling the financial affairs of the parish. If you have knowledge of accounting, finance, budgeting, and/or development, we would like to invite you to consider joining St. Mary Finance Council. The Finance Council meets quarterly on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 6:00pm.
For more information, please contact Ron Pelzel, Finance Council Chair at parish.office@stmaryslg.org
If you have one or more of the following “handyman” skills: Mechanical skills ~ Electrical skills ~ Painting skills ~ Plumbing skills ~ Carpentry skills ~ General handyman skills or any experience in mechanical, carpentry, masonry, handyman tasks, construction, etc. or would like to help in planning and/or executing general repairs on parish facilities and grounds we would like to hear from you.
This ministry monitors the condition of the physical environment and advises the Finance and Pastoral Councils of current facility and grounds status. It functions as a resource for general repairs and saves the parish money by performing repairs and projects instead of hiring others to do them whenever possible. It helps the Finance Council to coordinate and plan capital expenditures.
Catholic Charities Parish Engagement Is In Need Of Volunteers: 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
RENTAL ASSISTANCE & RESOURCES
Rent Assistance Programs and Resources: 2 Programs for Rent Assistance 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 https:// bit.ly/dsjhh21 to view details on available programs.
Rent Assistance Programs and Resources: 2 Programs for Rent Assistance 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 https:// bit.ly/dsjhh21 to view details on available programs.
Find out more about the COVID-19 Tenant Relief Act and how to prevent unjust evictions. https://bit.ly/3ewfyss
ST. MARY SCHOOL
smslg.org 408.354.3944
SCHOOL OFFICE - SUMMER HOURS
Though our days are definitely longer, we can guarantee there will be someone in the school office at the desk to answer phones, open the Uniform Closet, collect any documents you're dropping off, etc. Monday through Friday, 10am - 2pm.
Feel free to leave a message if you call outside of office hours, and we will be sure to return your call.
Registration for the 2021-2022 school year is OPEN!
Are you interested in Catholic education for your children?
Visit our website smslg.org or call our school office for more information,
408-354-3944 or contact
408-354-3944 or contact
AROUND THE DIOCESE OF SAN JOSE
JULY 11 - AUGUST 25: JOSEPH - HOW TO LIVE EXTRAORDINARY IN THE ORDINARY: Perfect for the year of St. Joseph This eight week series from Real Life Catholic features speakers such as Chris Stefanick, Dr. Scott Hanh, Chris Evert and more! Register first at https://coaching.reallifecatholic.com/reallifejoseph.
Starting July 11 until August 25, log in at https://coaching.reallifecatholic.com/reallifejoseph on either Sunday evenings at 7pm or Wednesday mornings at 11am to pray, reflect and discuss.
Starting July 11 until August 25, log in at https://coaching.reallifecatholic.com/reallifejoseph on either Sunday evenings at 7pm or Wednesday mornings at 11am to pray, reflect and discuss.
AUGUST 10: PROCLAIMING JESUS TO OUR CULTURE
Join us for Reflection and Discussion led by Most Rev. Robert Barron, Auxiliary Bishop of Los Angeles, Tue. Aug 10 @ 7pm. Via Zoom - details will be provided soon. This is a unique opportunity coordinated by Bishop Cantú and Fr. Hao Dinh. If you have any questions please email evangelization@dsj.org
Join us for Reflection and Discussion led by Most Rev. Robert Barron, Auxiliary Bishop of Los Angeles, Tue. Aug 10 @ 7pm. Via Zoom - details will be provided soon. This is a unique opportunity coordinated by Bishop Cantú and Fr. Hao Dinh. If you have any questions please email evangelization@dsj.org
AUGUST 13-15 - NISBET SCRIPTURE RETREAT RETURNS!
Fr. Jim Nisbet, acclaimed scripture scholar, will be sharing his insights and wisdom during the 41st Annual Nisbet Scripture Retreat at St. Francis Retreat Center this summer. The retreat is August 13-15. Openings are still available for single and double occupancy. This popular retreat fills up quickly, so don't wait too long. Register by calling the Retreat Center at 831-623-4234.
Fr. Jim Nisbet, acclaimed scripture scholar, will be sharing his insights and wisdom during the 41st Annual Nisbet Scripture Retreat at St. Francis Retreat Center this summer. The retreat is August 13-15. Openings are still available for single and double occupancy. This popular retreat fills up quickly, so don't wait too long. Register by calling the Retreat Center at 831-623-4234.
AUGUST 14: CATHOLIC CEMETERIES MEMORIAL MASS:11:00 am Join us for our Monthly Memorial Mass at Gate of Heaven Cemetery August 14th at 11AM, where we remember those who have been buried at our cemeteries during the month of July. Have a loved one who’s name you would like to add?
Call 650-288-1506 or email ccoutreach@dsj.org.
AUGUST 18: CATHOLIC FUNERAL & CEMETERY SERVICES: GRIEF EVENTS
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.
DIOCESE JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS UPCOMING EVENTS
AUG 11: Feast of St. Clare Mass
Nov 21: Closing Mass
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