Weekly eBulletin - June 21st, 2020
Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Greetings!

This week was a big week for us at the Church. We were able to celebrate Mass with parishioners!! Yeah! At last I could see people! I know it was only 25 people and it had to be outside, but it felt so good. Read more...

Please join us live at 9:30 am for Sunday Mass. I look for to celebrating Mass virtually this weekend.

God Bless,

Fr. Brendan
What are examples of devotions?  - from USCCB 
 
One is the importance of Eucharistic Adoration. Its importance is shown in the fact that the Church has a ritual that regulates it: The Rite of Eucharistic Exposition and Benediction. Read more...
FATHER'S DAY PRAYER
Happy Father's Day
Almighty God,
Bless all of the Father's in the world,
Father, we ask that You guide them to be good
role models and loving to their children.
We also ask that You help them to be a Father
like you are. Give them grace and patience to
handle all situations in a loving way.
Amen
RETURNING TO MASS
We are resuming Masses outdoors. Each mass is allowed up to 25 people total. Masses will continue to be live-streamed on Facebook and YouTube. RSVP for Mass
FAREWELL TO FR. BRENDAN
On Sunday, June 28th after the 6:00pm Mass, we will say farewell to Fr. Brendan as he moves on to St. Simon Parish in Los Altos. Please join us in a goodby car parade starting at 6:30pm.

Please queue up by entering the Redmond Avenue Entrance and looping around in the main parking lot to drive back by the front door of the Parish Office where you can greet him and send your love.
YOUTH MINISTRY
Youth Ministry Summer Speaker Series
While our ministry is on a short summer break, stay tuned for our Summer Speaker series that will kick off our summer ministry! Our first speaker series will be on Sunday, July 12th. Stay tuned for more info!

Scripture Reflection Tuesdays
Our Tuesday Scripture reflections will be on a short break. We will come back in July!
PASTORAL CARE
Seasons of Hope -- Grief Faith Sharing Group

After the death of a loved one, our Catholic parish continues to be a place of comfort and support for parishioners who have experienced loss. Seasons of Hope Bereavement Support will be on ZOOM for a 6-week series: Wednesdays, June 24 through July 29 7:00pm-8:00pm.  Read more...
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Even in Summer a Prayer Shawl can bring comfort and healing to someone who is struggling. Holy Spirit Prayer Shawl Ministry has many prayers available for giving. Read more...
PACK A BACK 2020 IS HERE!
Every fall, Sacred Heart distributes backpacks filled with supplies to children who would not otherwise have the materials they need to start the school year. Backpacks and supplies impact not only the student but the whole family. Read more...
GIVE US THIS DAY BOOKS
New Give Us This Day Books
The new Give Us This Day books are available under the portico of the Church. The books are available until they run out. Please use social distance practices. We will have the hand sanitizer out as well and ask that you sanitize your hands before and after. Please take the ones you touch and try not to touch the other books.  

If you are not able to get to the church or have other questions contact Merry Reardon at  merry.reardon@dsj.org
REV UP THE SEMS
REV UP THE SEMS VIRTUAL FUN RUN 2020
The goal of this event is to raise awareness for Vocations while practicing social distancing!

OPEN TO EVERYONE!
Join us (virtually) for our Second Annual Fun Run for Vocations! Read more ...
SACRAMENTS OF BAPTISM AND MARRIAGE
Sacraments of Baptism and Matrimony updates:  
  
(05.10.2020) As of the present, while shelter-in-place still being upheld, the Rites of the Sacrament of Baptism and Matrimony are postponed until further notice.

Nevertheless. we still are offering Baptismal Preparation Class and Marriage Preparation via Zoom. For more information and for any questions about the Sacraments, please contact Father Edgar at edgar.elamparo@DSJ.org or through his office phone (408) 997-5107. 
QUESTION OF THE WEEK
When have you faltered or looked back during your journey of faith?
Holy Spirit Parish
1200 Redmond Avenue
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 997-5101