Celebrating Our Catholic Faith through Worship, Education, and Service
www.saintlawrence.org • (408) 296-3000 • parish@saintlawrence.org
September 11, 2022: Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Rejoice with me because I have found my lost sheep.
Alégrense conmigo, porque ya encontré la oveja que se me había perdido.
Happy and holy 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time! As we enter into September the parish is coming alive with many activities and opportunities for spiritual growth in encountering our Lord Jesus.
Today at the end of every Mass we will begin our “3 Minutes Catechesis” on the Eucharist. Over the next several months we will be talking about how our celebration of Eucharist is found through the prayers of the Mass and our full and active participation in the Eucharistic life of the Church in and through Jesus Christ enriches our lives.
We are also beginning our men’s group, “That Man is You” which meets on Saturday mornings in English and on Sunday Morning in Spanish. This is a great way to learn more about our faith, how God calls men to follow him. It is open to both the young and old.
Next weekend we begin our catechetical work with the young and old in the parish. Our sacramental preparation is vital and life giving to the parish community. Each Sacrament received grows the strength of the Body of Christ and helps us be witnesses of the Gospel in the world. Growing in relationship with Jesus is the goal we desire, not just learning the facts of our faith, but knowing the person of Jesus Christ. If you are an adult or a child you are welcome to come and grow in faith...
Direct link: saintlawrence.org/11sep2022
¡Feliz y santo XXIV Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario! A medida que nos adentramos en septiembre, la parroquia cobra vida con muchas actividades y oportunidades para el crecimiento espiritual en el encuentro con nuestro Señor Jesús.
Hoy al final de cada Misa comenzaremos nuestra “Catequesis de 3 Minutos” sobre la Eucaristía. Durante los próximos meses estaremos hablando de cómo nuestra celebración Eucarística se vive a través de las oraciones de la Misa y de nuestra participación activa y plena en la vida eucarística de la Iglesia a través de la cual Jesucristo enriquece nuestras vidas.
También estamos comenzando nuestro grupo de hombres, "Ese hombre eres tú", que se reúne los sábados por la mañana en inglés y los domingos por la mañana en español. Esta es una excelente manera de aprender más sobre nuestra fe, cómo Dios llama a los hombres a seguirlo. Está abierto tanto a jóvenes como a adultos.
El próximo fin de semana comenzamos nuestro trabajo de catequesis con los jóvenes y adultos de la parroquia. Nuestra preparación sacramental es vital y da vida a la comunidad parroquial. Cada Sacramento recibido hace crecer la fuerza del Cuerpo de Cristo y nos ayuda a ser testigos del Evangelio en el mundo. Crecer en la relación con Jesús es la meta que deseamos, no solo aprender los hechos de nuestra fe, sino conocer la persona de Jesucristo. Si eres un adulto o un niño, eres bienvenido a venir y crecer en la fe...
†Moses Pirotta
†Queen Elizabeth II
This second weekend of the month, we congratulate all married couples celebrating their wedding anniversary in SEPTEMBER at all Masses!
God bless all married couples whose anniversary is in the month of September!
Saturdays in the Parish Hall beginning September 10
• 6:45 AM: Breakfast
• 7:00 AM: Session Begins
• 8:15 AM: Session Ends
September 10
Session 1: Radiate and Illuminate
This week we jump right into a journey of understanding and what it means to reflect the Light of Christ.
That Man is You! honestly addresses the pressures and temptations that men face in our modern culture, especially those relating to their roles as husbands and fathers. The program harmonizes current social and medical science with the teachings of the Church and the wisdom of the saints to develop the vision of man fully alive!
FREE Pancake Breakfast is BACK on September 11
The Knights of Columbus’
FREE Pancake Breakfast
of 3 pancakes, 2 sausages & eggs!
Sunday, September 11
after the 8:00 & 10:0 AM Masses
Breakfasts will be served in to-go boxes in front of the Community Center
Donations are gratefully accepted to support the many causes of the Knights of Columbus!
September 14: Friendship Club Luncheon Returns
Renew old friendships and make new ones!
Wednesday, September 14
11:30 AM in the Parish Hall
$10.00 at the door
RSVP only if attending to:
Cora (408) 668-5652 • Ellen (408) 244-9659
Menu: Sandwiches
California Pizza Kitchen Fundraiser for
Our St. Lawrence Elementary & Middle School
Wednesday, September 14
Help support our St. Lawrence Elementary & Middle School (SLEMS) for the first Dine Out fundraiser of the school year on Wednesday, September 14 at California Pizza Kitchen (3535 Monroe Street in Santa Clara)!
Our school will receive 20% of food and beverage sales from dine-in, take-out, catering and online orders (CPK.com using the code BACK20% at checkout) that day.
Domingos por la manana
Salón Parroquial
Septiembre 18-Diciembre 18 2022
6:25 AM Desayuno caliente
6:55 AM Presentación
7:55 AM Despedida
¡Ese Hombre Eres Tú! es un programa para hombre interactive que combina las mejores investigaciones cientfficas con las ensef\anzas de la fe Catolica y la sabidurfa de los santos para desarrollar la vision del hombre vivo. Al enfrentar honestamente las presiones y las tentaciones que enfrentan los hombres en nuestra cultura moderna, iEse Hombre Eres Tu! busca formar a los hombres a ser ca paces de transformar a sus hogares ya la sociedad.
Solo presentate, o contacta a Rubén Belmont para detalles: belmontruben70@gmail.com • (408) 712-6729
iCurso sin costo!
Donaciones para desayuno son bienvenidas!
In honor of Mexican Independence Day, our parish Hispanic Community will have a Mexican food sale and celebration on Sunday, September 18 after the 12:30 PM Spanish Mass! Come and enjoy with your family! Hope to see you there!
Children’s Liturgy of the Word: September 25
Our Children’s Liturgy of the Word will return to the 10:00 AM Sunday Masses!
During Mass, children ages 5 to 5th grade will be invited to explore the Gospel with a catechist and return to Mass for the Liturgy of the Eucharist
No registration required
Saturday, October 29
• Young Adult Career Development Workshop
Saturday, November 5
• Mass of Remembrance
Saturday-Sunday, December 3-4
• Bethlehem Holy Land Artworks Sale
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 until 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.
