Happy Easter!
April 17, 2022
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Greetings!
“Why do you seek the living among the dead? He is not here. He has been raised!” (Luke 24:1-2) As we celebrate the great joy of Easter, the words above are worth pondering. They are very powerful words that remind us that the Risen Jesus lives in our world. Jesus is not confined to time and space. Rather Jesus lives in each one of us. He is among the living! Read More...
God Bless,
Fr. Ritche
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Weekday: 8:30 AM
Sunday: 9:30 AM (live-streamed), 11:30 AM, 6:00 PM
Saturday: Confession: 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Vigil Mass: 5:00 PM
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Mass Livestream Update
Please note that we will no longer live-stream daily Mass moving forward.
9:30 AM Sunday Mass will continue to be live-streamed, but will not be available online after. We hope you can join us in person or online at 9:30 AM on Sundays!
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Holy Week schedule (April 9 - 17, 2022).
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Catholic Home Missions Appeal
April 24th Second Collection
Many dioceses across the U.S. face the challenge of accessibility and high poverty rate. The faithful of these diocese assist each other in creative ways to form disciples. When you participate in the Catholic Home Missions Appeal, you become a neighbor to Catholics to these home mission dioceses that benefit from the collection. You can share your monetary gifts next weekend at Mass or you can donate online here. Please select "Second Collection" and look for this specific cause.
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Divine Mercy
The message of The Divine Mercy is simple. It is that God loves us – all of us. And, He wants us to recognize that His mercy is greater than our sins, so that we will call upon Him with trust, receive His mercy, and let it flow through us to others. Thus, all will come to share His joy. Read More...
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THANK YOU!
We would like to thank all who help make Holy Week successful and prayerful:
Altar Servers, Art & Environment Team, EMOES, Liturgy Committee, Mass Coordinators, Music Ministry, Ushers, the Men's Group, the Mota Family, the Pecota Family, the Phelps Family, the Perucci Family, RCIA Committee, Tom Sanders, Tom Tate, and all the Priests who helped us with the Sacrament of Reconciliation
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Thanks to all who have already responded with a gift to the 2022 Annual Diocesan Appeal. To date, 346 families have pledged $236,048 -- that is 78% toward our goal. There is still plenty of time to respond with a gift - they can be made through our parish office or the Diocesan website. Thank you!
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Welcome!
Please help us welcome and pray for those who will be initiated at the Easter Vigil:
Brett Bately, Alyssa Lim, Heather Cane, Alexa Serrano-Mendoza, Lucas Everrett, Landon Smith, Cole Gray, and Sara Springer
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Senior Luncheon
Saturday, April 30th at Noon
It's been a long time since we gathered! Seniors, join us on Saturday, April 30th for a luncheon. Please RSVP here by April 24th. Questions? Please contact Melissa Brush at melissa.brush@dsj.org
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Children's Liturgy of the Word
(CLOW)
We are bringing back CLOW in a few months! CLOW provides children with an opportunity to take a more active part in the celebration of their faith during Mass.
We are looking for CLOW catechists. Do you feel called to help children grow in their faith? CLOW is offered during 5 PM and 9:30 AM Masses for approximately 20 minutes, all materials are provided.
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Vacation Bible School (VBS)
June 13 - 17
Registration is now open! All incoming Kinder through 5th graders (2022-2023 school year) are invited to join us in person for a week of discovery in God’s Wonder Lab, where they will learn that God can make the impossible, possible! Space is limited. Click here to register attendees.
We are also looking for adults to assist as teacher's aides, to lead recreation activities, and assist with craft and science. Sign up to help here. Questions? Please contact Melissa at melissa.brush@dsj.org
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Youth Ministry
3sixty and Edge will be on a little break for Lent and Holy Week. Our next gathering will be an Easter celebration!
3sixty resumes back on Sunday, April 24th and Edge on Wednesday, April 27th.
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Saturdays at Sacred Heart
Saturdays at Sacred Heart is one of the many ministries we partner with Sacred Heart to serve the larger Santa Clara County community. We especially need your help on May 21st!
Volunteers will be sorting and bagging produce, and filling boxes with food items for weekly distribution. Volunteers need to be at least 9 years old to participate, and volunteers between the ages of 9-14 must be accompanied by an adult. This is a great opportunity for families to participate in community service together and earn service hours. Learn more and sign up here.
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Home First - New Volunteer Opportunity!
Home First Services offers a range of services to our unhoused neighbors and at-risk households, including emergency shelter programming, interim housing, permanent housing services, and homelessness prevention.
We are seeking for those who can help as a Helpline Representative Volunteer. This role provides customer service to those calling the Agency’s helpline. For more information, please click here.
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Universal Synod
If you could not attend a listening session to share your feedback, you can share your opinions online here! The last day to participate is April 30th.
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Earth Day is April 22nd
How are you celebrating earth day this year? Check out these ideas from the California Catholic Conference here!
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Revs vs Sems: Basketball Challenge
May 15th - St. Francis High School
Come cheer on your favorite priests and seminarians in the Revs vs Sems Basketball Challenge! Doors open at 6 PM and tip-off is at 7 PM. Click here for more information and tickets.
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Diocesan Youth Retreat (DYR)
June 27 - July 1
Registration is Open!
Join youth and leaders in Tahoe this summer for an unforgettable retreat! Spots are limited, so sign up today! For more information and registration link, click here.
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Holy Spirit Parish
1200 Redmond Avenue
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 997-5101
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