Celebrating Our Catholic Faith through Worship, Education, and Service
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August 14, 2022: Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
My sheep hear my voice, says the Lord;
I know them, and they follow me.
I know them, and they follow me.
Mis ovejas escuchan mi voz, dice el Señor;
yo las conozco y ellas me siguen.
yo las conozco y ellas me siguen.
Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Solemnidad de Asunción de la Santísima Virgen María
Monday, August 15 • Lunes, 15 de Agosto
Mass Schedule • Horario de Misas
• 8:30 AM English
• 7:00 PM Bilingual
Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God, that we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ!
¡Ruega por nosotros, Santa Madre de Dios, para que seamos dignos de las promesas de Cristo!
Happy and holy 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Today we welcome our Mission Co-Op speaker from From Mission to Mission to our community as they tell us their story and the call to service in our Catholic Church.
As many of you know, I served as a lay missionary for two years at St. Bonaventure Indian Mission in Thoreau, New Mexico as a teacher on the Navajo Reservation. They were two of the most fruitful, challenging and difficult years I have ever lived as a Catholic. My time at the mission was filled with examples of great faith and hope but also with despair and doubt. The time serving in Thoreau stretched my faith and confirmed my belief in God more than I can ever describe and I am so very thankful for those years in my life.
When I returned, the transition was difficult from rural New Mexico to busy and bustling Oakland, CA. Being surrounded by so much brought about a crisis in faith and doubt in the good that was being done at the mission and if anything I did in my two years mattered. The hardest transition was not being immersed in the life of our Catholic faith that I had loved so much during the missionary service. It felt like the apostles on the boat being tossed about on the sea, failing to wake up Jesus, trying to survive on their own. Luckily for me, I had a good friend of great faith whom I could talk to and share these fears and who could remind me to simply call upon Jesus in prayer and continue to follow Him… even in Oakland...
Direct link: saintlawrence.org/14aug2022
Feliz y bendecido Domingo XX del Tiempo Ordinario. Hoy como parte del programa anual de Cooperación Misionera, le damos la bienvenida a nuestra comunidad al portavoz de la organización “De Misión a Misión”, para que nos cuente su historia y el llamado al servicio dentro de nuestra Iglesia Católica:
Como muchos de ustedes saben, serví como misionero laico durante dos años en la Misión India De San Buenaventura en Thoreau, Nuevo México, como maestro en la Reserva Navajo. Fueron dos de los años más fructíferos, desafiantes y difíciles que he vivido como católico. Mi tiempo en la misión estuvo llena de ejemplos de gran fe y esperanza, pero también de angustia y duda. El tiempo de servicio en Thoreau acrecentó mi fe y confirmó mi convicción en Dios más de lo que puedo describir y estoy muy agradecido por esos años en mi vida.
Cuando regresé, la transición fue difícil desde la zona rural de Nuevo México, a la demasiado ocupada y bulliciosa, Oakland CA. Estar rodeado de tanto, provocó una crisis de fe y dudas sobre el bien que se estaba haciendo en la misión y si importaba algo de lo que hice en mis dos años. La transición más dura fue no estar inmerso en la vida de nuestra fe católica que tanto había amado durante el servicio misionero. Se sentía como cuando los apóstoles iban en la barca y fueron sacudidos en el mar, sin poder despertar a Jesús, tratando de sobrevivir por su cuenta. Afortunadamente para mí, tenía un buen amigo de gran fe con quien podía hablar y compartir estos temores y quien me recordaba que simplemente podía llamar a Jesús en la oración y continuar siguiéndolo... incluso en Oakland...
God Bless,
Fr. Mark
¡Dios los bendiga!
Padre Mark
†Monsignor Ludwig ‘Lou’ Andre
†Antonio Rodrigues Mendonca Camara
TONIGHT! Friday Night Appreciation Dinner
The Knights of Columbus joyfully invite ALL Parishioners to another special Appreciation Dinner for the support they have received over the years from our community
TONIGHT: Friday, August 12 at 5:30 PM
at the Pavilion Area by the pool
Menu includes:
Hamburgers • Hot Dogs Macaroni Salad • Baked Beans • Dessert • Bottled Water
*No charge, but donations are greatly appreciated*
This second weekend of the month, we will recognize all married couples celebrating their wedding anniversary in AUGUST at all Masses!
God bless all married couples whose anniversary is in the month of August!
This Weekend: Mission Co-op Appeal by From Mission to Mission
Our parish will hear from the group From Mission to Mission at all Masses this weekend. They will share with us both the joys and struggles of their ministry. Please support From Mission to Mission with your prayers and generosity!
From the From Mission to Mission website: “From Mission to Mission, originally known as F.R.O.M., was started in 1980 by missioners who had served around the world and, upon returning “home” found their re-entry the most difficult part of their experience. We became From Mission to Mission to reflect our belief that mission doesn’t end when you return to your home culture and in recognition that those who serve domestically struggle with re-entry as well.”
For more information: missiontomission.org
Join our Prayer Chain Ministry!
The Prayer Chain Ministry offers an opportunity to serve God and bring healing to our community by uniting in prayer for those in need and to practice a spiritual work of mercy of praying for the living and the dead. Prayer is a powerful way we can support others by entrusting them into God's care.
If you would like to become a member of the Prayer Chain, we welcome your participation! This is all done from your home or office.
Please contact our Parish Office if you would like to submit a prayer request or become a member of the Prayer Chain ministry: (408) 296-3000 or parish@saintlawrence.org
If you would like to become a member of the Prayer Chain, we welcome your participation! This is all done from your home or office.
Please contact our Parish Office if you would like to submit a prayer request or become a member of the Prayer Chain ministry: (408) 296-3000 or parish@saintlawrence.org
Catechetical Program Registration Open!
Online Registration for all children, teen, and adult catechetical programs is now open on our parish website saintlawrence.org!
- Becoming Catholic/RCIA
- Sunday School
- Youth Ministry
- Sacramental Preparation for:
- Baptism
- First Communion
- Confirmation
There will be an information table outside after all Masses if you have any questions about classes or the online registration process.
Is God Calling You to be a Volunteer Catechist, Assistant or Leader?
If you are interested in helping the youth of our parish, consider signing up to be a volunteer catechist, assistant catechist, or a leader in the Youth Ministry and High School Confirmation program!
Being involved in the faith formation process allows you to deepen your own faith, meet new people, and build our parish community. Training will be provided.
For more information, please contact Eleanor at the parish office (408) 296-3000 eleanor.depaz@dsj.org
Calling All Volunteers!
If you would like to volunteer at our parish, but are not sure where you may be needed, just let us know the skills or experience you have to offer!
For more info:
Parish Office Help Needed
Do you enjoy working with people? Are you looking for meaningful volunteer work a few hours per week?
Consider serving in our Parish Office as a volunteer receptionist!
Please contact Giuliana, office manager at:
(408) 296-3000 or parish@saintlawrence.org
Consider Altar Serving
Altar servers form a very important part of the Church and our parish is enriched by their dedication and service. Being an altar server is a very important responsibility and requires a sincere commitment by the server and his or her family.
Learn more about our altar server ministry and prayerfully consider if you are called to serve the Lord in this special way!
Water Aerobics are Back!
Are you ready to make waves with a fun and invigorating workout that’s easy on your joints?
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays
August 16 to October 27
7:00-8:00 PM
St. Lawrence the Martyr Pool
Cost: $5.00 per class
A Rezar El Santo Rosario vía ZOOM
Todo los martes a las 7:00 PM
Ingresa este código en tu computadora o teléfono
Meeting ID: 830 9001 1913
Passcode: 400684
Married Couples: Looking for a romantic get-away?
Whether you’ve been married just a few years or over 50 years, Worldwide Marriage Encounter is one of the best and most affordable marriage enrichments available anywhere. Take the time you need for each other and give yourselves the marriage you deserve and God desires for all couples to have.
The next local experience is October 28-30 at St. Francis Retreat Center in San Juan Bautista. For more information or to register visit wwme.org.
For questions, call Ken & Claranne Schirle at (408) 782-1413.