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May 2, 2024

May: The Month of Mary

This is the month in which, in the churches and individual homes, the most affectionate and fervent homage of prayers and devotions from the hearts of Christians are raised to Mary. It is also the month in which from his throne descend upon us the most generous and abundant gifts of the Divine Mercy.

- Pope Paul VI, The Month of Mary, 1967

Join us for the crowning of Mary at all Masses this weekend.

Pope Francis' May Prayer Intention:

For the formation of men and women religious, and seminarians

Let us pray that men and women religious, and seminarians, grow in their vocational journey through human, pastoral, spiritual, and community formation, that leads them to be credible witnesses of the Gospel

Sixth Sunday of Easter

Get a head start on Mass by reading the upcoming Mass readings here.

Scripture Reflection

Gather virtually on Zoom each Thursday at 10:30 am to reflect together on the readings for the upcoming Sunday.

Meeting ID: 844 3581 2163; Passcode: GoodNews or save this link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84435812163?pwd=S3ArdWV3TDNRc0hMOWtwMzlESFlXdz09

Upcoming Events

Thursday Women's Rosary Update:

Due to the First Communion rehearsal, tonight's Women's Rosary is canceled.

First Weekend of the Month

Maintenance Collection

Just a quick reminder that the maintenance collection is happening this weekend. We're counting on your generous donations to keep the Basilica and Grounds looking amazing.

Envelopes are available in the pews if you'd like to donate that way, or with the parish online giving link here.

Thanks so much for your help and support!

The Communal First Saturdays in Reparation to the Immaculate Heart of Mary for the Salvation of Souls and Peace in the World

Saturday, May 4 @ 7:15 am

For more details, contact Lilian Dubow at Lilian.Dubow@gmail.com or go to the website: www.CommunalFirstSaturdays.org

St. Joseph's Day is this Sunday!

Join us in the high school quad following the 12pm Mass, around 1pm.

Faith, food, and fun!

Don't miss the celebration of our patron saint and the wonderful diversity of our parish community this Sunday! Everyone is welcome!

Final Tuesday Adult Formation Session on May 7

Join us in the Basilica at 7 pm for a Church Tour. Church art and architecture teach much about our faith. This is the last session of the general formation offerings for Catholics seeking to enrich their faith. Future Tuesdays will return to the original focus on catechumens and candidates (those seeking to become Catholic) and Catholics who have been baptized but no other sacraments. Info at https://sjbalameda.org/adult-faith-formation

Next Parish Family Activity and Donuts:

Sunday, May 19

10:45 am in the Gathering Space

3rd Annual Corpus Christ Procession

Sunday, June 2

1:30 pm

Our annual procession will begin at St. Joseph as we proudly bring Jesus to the streets of Alameda, ending at St. Barnabas. Join us and be a part of this incredible event!