Weekly eBulletin - October 11th, 2020
Twenty Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time
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Greetings!
I love the story of the annunciation of the Birth of John the Baptist because it tells us what prayer is all about. We know from sacred scriptures that his parents, Zechariah and Elizabeth, were advanced in age. The Gospel of Luke tells us that Elizabeth was barren. Read more...
We are offering a downloadable worship aid each weekend, complete with lyrics to all songs for Sunday Liturgies! To download this weekend's worship aid, click here.
God Bless,
Fr. Ritche
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OCTOBER LIFE STREAM MASS COUNT |
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October Livestream Mass Count
Every year, we report the number of attendees at each mass to the Diocese. If you are participating online at our livestream Mass on Sunday, please help us with October’s Mass Count by taking this quick survey here. This will continue until the end of October. Thank you!
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If and When it Happens...
Some of us might have read that there is a chance that we would be allowed to worship indoors as early as next week. IF and WHEN that happens here are the directives that we need to follow... Read more...
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Please note that we are streaming on 2 different platforms: Facebook Live and Youtube. We have noticed that Facebook is more stable at the moment. Accounts are not required for either platform.
To access YouTube live stream, please Click here
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Join us in person for Masses. Please remember to wear your name tag and come to get to know Fr. Ritche!
Fr. Ritche’s Installation Mass
Please join us in prayer and thanksgiving at Father Ritche’s Installation Mass on Sunday, November 1st, 2020 at 11:30am. Please note for this weekend only, 11:30am mass will be our livestreamed mass rather than 9:30am. View the invitation here.
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Next weekend we celebrate World Mission Sunday. Pope Francis invites the entire Church to support mission dioceses in Africa, Asia, the Pacific Islands, Latin America and Europe, where priests, religious and lay leaders serve the world’s most vulnerable communities. Please keep the Pope’s missions in your prayers and be generous in next week’s collection for the Society for the Propagation of the Faith. To donate Click here
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October, Month of the Rosary
by Reverend Matthew R. Mauriello
Tradition tells us that the Rosary as a form of prayer was given to St. Dominic by Mary, the Mother of God, who entrusted it to him as an aid in the conflicts with the Albigensians (a heretical dualist religious movement). Read more...
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Sacrament of Baptism
will be celebrated every first and third Saturday of the month at 10:30am and 11:30am. Baptismal Preparation Classes are meeting via Zoom every first Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm.
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Sacrament of Matrimony
Marriage Preparation should begin six months prior to the proposed date of wedding. Meetings with the priest are being offered via Zoom.
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Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession)
Drive-up Saturday from 3:30pm to 4:30pm (or by appointment)
For more information and for any questions about these Sacraments, please contact Father Edgar at edgar.elamparo@dsj.org or (408) 997-5107.
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Confirmation Year 1
Our first session will be on Wednesday, October 7th at 6:30pm via Zoom. Please refer to your info sheet for Zoom meeting details or you may contact Row.
Confirmation Year 2
Our first session will be on October 21st on Zoom at 6:30pm.
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A Healthy Sadness?
We all feel sad sometimes, but that doesn't necessary mean that we're actually experiencing clinical depression. Sadness is a normal human emotion that can make life more interesting. Read more...
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Prayers, Intercessions & Intentions
Prayer keeps us connected to the Lord and to one another.
During the pandemic, if you or someone you know is in need of prayers, please use our new online form to let us know how we can offer support. Click here
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3sixty High School Ministry
As we look into transitioning and opening our church doors for Mass inside, we will continue to need ministers to serve. If any youth / parents feel called and are comfortable in serving, in whatever capacity (Lector, Usher, Greeter, etc.) do let us know. You can email either Fr. Edgar or Row.
Registrations for 3sixty are now up. If your high school youth are finding the ministry fruitful and engaging, please consider registering them. Registrations can be done online here
Our next 3sixty gathering will be in person on Sunday, October 25th at 4:30pm. For youth attending the in person gathering, they are welcome to stay for the 6pm Mass. Please be sure to RSVP for a spot at if they do stay for Mass.
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Edge Middle School Ministry
The Edge ministry will be taking an all virtual format for the time being. Edge kicks off on Wednesday, October 14th at 7:00pm via Zoom. Registrations can be done online through our Parish website. Zoom information will be sent out to all who have registered. To register click here
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Six Ways to Teach your Children the Faith
Often you find your heart in your mouth, like the day you drove off from the hospital with your first baby and thought wildly, “They’re letting us take this kid out of here?!” Read more...
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Saturdays at Sacred Heart
Our next ministry opportunity is October 17th and there are only a few more spots available! Click here to learn more or to sign up.
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Open for In-Person Learning!
Beginning October 5, Holy Spirit School is phasing in a return to on-campus, in-person instruction! Distance learning still available in ALL grades. For more information click here
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Dominican Sisters Holiday Boutique
Our Online Holiday Boutique is live thru Nov. 14th! We are offering online ordering-only this year with your choice of shipping or curbside pickup. Most of the items available are made by our Sisters and include your favorites, our Dominican Olive Oil, Holy Honey, fruitcake, and art. Proceeds go to providing care for our Dominican Sisters. For information and to place orders, click here
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How much responsibility do you feel the government should take for meeting the needs of the less fortunate in our society? How willing are you to contribute? |
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Holy Spirit Parish
1200 Redmond Avenue
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 997-5101
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