“To know Christ better, live as He calls us to live, and make Him better known.” THE CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF PLEASANTON CATHOLICSOFPLEASANTON.ORG AUGUST 18, 2019 TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME A Note From Fr. Mark Gilroy. El Paso. Dayton. Over the last few weeks our country has been shocked again and again with news of mass shootings and acts of unspeakable violence. The innocent have been killed and wounded. Once again conversations and debates are being had with arguments, we have all heard before being repeated once again. While it’s important we be active in our society to help shape just public policy, we also need to be certain to consider how we, as people of faith, respond in these difficult moments. Clearly one of the first responses we are called to make is to reach out and help in any way we possibly can. The central mystery of our faith, (ConƟnued on page 2)
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“To know Christ better, live as He calls us to live, and make Him better known.”
THE CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF PLEASANTON
“To know Christ better, live as He calls us to live,
and make Him better known.”
THE CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF PLEASANTON
CATHOLICSOFPLEASANTON.ORG
AUGUST 18, 2019 TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
A Note From Fr. Mark Gilroy. El Paso. Dayton. Over the last few weeks our country has been shocked again and again with news of mass shootings and acts of unspeakable violence. The innocent have been killed and wounded. Once again conversations and debates are being had with arguments, we have all heard before being repeated once again. While it’s important we
be active in our society to help shape just public policy, we also need to be certain to consider how we, as people of faith, respond in these difficult moments.
Clearly one of the first responses we are called to make is to reach out and help in any way we possibly can. The central mystery of our faith,
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the Resurrection of Christ, demonstrates that life and love overcome evil and death. We bear witness to this truth every time we reach out in compassion to another. We may reach out to those in Gilroy, El Paso or Dayton monetarily or with a note, or we may reach out to calm the fears of someone right next to us. Perhaps the help we can offer is to constantly hold in prayer those who died, were injured, their family, friends and all those who responded to the crises. In actions both great and small we live our belief that goodness ultimately overwhelms evil. In all things we strive for our guiding principle to be love – love that brings hope and healing.
A more difficult response is as followers of Jesus we forgive. The persons who committed theses atrocities must be caught and dealt with in a moral way, but we need to forgive the perpetrator(s) so that our actions and decision making are not informed by an emotional need for revenge or retribution. Revenge and retribution are not Gospel values. Forgiveness does not mean we forget or pretend what has happened never happened. Forgiveness allows us to deal with what has happened free from unjust anger and the need to “even the score.” Forgiveness allows us take actions and make decisions based on wisdom and justice. I often wonder what has happened in a person’s life, what have they experienced or what has been done to them or what have they not had which they needed, that would lead them to commit so horrendous an act. In all things we strive for our guiding principle to be love – with a concern toward the salvation of all, even our enemies.
Perhaps the most difficult response though is to not be afraid. Who has not in the last few weeks wondered if something similar could happen right here where we live, play, pray and work? While not specifically labeled as a “command”, the Scriptures recount God frequently encouraging His people to not fear (e.g.: Do not fear, for I am with you, do not be afraid, for I am your God (Isaiah 10:41) and Do not fear, only believe (Mark 5:36)). Even last week, our Gospel began with Jesus telling his disciples, “Do not be afraid any longer....” (Luke 12:32) Our challenge is to be a people who act on faith, not fear. With our hopes and eyes firmly fixed on God, we believe that God can bring good even out of the horrific occurrences we have experienced. In all things we strive for our guiding principle to be love – to let the love of God guide our life rather than fear.
I am going to bring recovery and healing; I will heal them and reveal to them abundance of prosperity and security.
Jeremiah 33:6 May God bless us all with a peaceful week.
- Fr. Mark
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PASTORAL COUNCIL For suggestions or comments about the parish, please email the Pastoral Council at [email protected].
SUNDAY August 18
8:00 AM 10:00 AM 12:00 PM
For the People Francine Vitale Ruperto Doronila
2:00 PM Rite of Baptism Church
MONDAY August 19
8:30 AM Mary Jean Loftis 8:00 AM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM
Rosary Intercessory Prayer St. Vincent de Paul Meeting
8:30 AM Leonardo & Rosalina Meneses 8:00 AM 9:00 AM 11:00 AM 6:00 PM 7:00 PM
Rosary SCC Faithfull Friends Directed Meditation Al-Anon - Friday AM AA—Words of Wisdom Hispanic Prayer Group
Church Room 6 Room 8 Room 8 Rms. 4, 5 & 7
SATURDAY August 24
8:30 AM 5:00 PM
Tony Costello John & Josephine Bahmiller
8:00 AM 8:45 AM 3:00 PM
Rosary Al-Anon Saturday AM Reconciliation
Church Rms 7 & 8 Church
SUNDAY August 25
8:00 AM 10:00 AM 12:00 PM
Paul Schandel Larissa Shaji (L) Alex Spotorno
2:00 PM 1:00 PM
Rite of Baptism Fr. Mark’s Installation Reception
Church Hall
SUNDAY August 18
9:00 AM 11:00 AM 4:00 PM 6:30 PM
Jim Kohnen Nelson & Lagrimas Galvez Michael J. Gonzalez Natividad Villarica
10:00 AM RCIA Inquiry Room A
MONDAY August 19
12:10 PM Anni Weiss 11:30 AM 12:45 PM
7:15 PM
Rosary & Angelus Eucharistic Adoration RCIA
Chapel Chapel Room A
TUESDAY August 20
12:10 PM Ildefonsa N. Castillo 11:30 AM 7:30 PM
Rosary & Angelus RCIA Neophyte Gathering
Chapel Room A
WEDNESDAY August 21
12:10 PM Mary Janeiro 11:30 AM 12:45 PM 5:30 PM
Rosary & Angelus Eucharistic Adoration Legion of Mary
Chapel Chapel Room B
THURSDAY August 22
12:10 PM Ken Harris 11:30 AM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM
Rosary & Angelus Cantor Rehearsal Grief Ministry: Critiquing Workshop
Chapel Church Chapel
FRIDAY August 23
12:10 PM V. T. Antony 11:30 AM Rosary & Angelus Chapel
SATURDAY August 24
SUNDAY August 25
9:00 AM 11:00 AM 4:00 PM 6:30 PM
For the People Lucila Gamiao (L) Tristan Ang Arturo Ilagan Jr.
10:00 AM RCIA Inquiry Room A
TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
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Scripture Readings August 25 Isaiah 66:18-21 Hebrews 12:5-7, 11-13 Luke 13:22-30
Infant & Toddler Playgroup Tuesdays at 10:00 AM St. Augustine Hall, Room 13
Giving Pre-K children in our community a casual setting to play, learn and socialize in a Christ-centered environment while providing a forum of support, friendship and fellowship for parents/caregivers.
Adult Confirmation Adults interested in preparing for the Sacrament of Confirmation, please contact Matt Gray at (925) 202-5425.
RCIA: Come and See The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the process that adults complete to receive the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. Please contact Matt Gray, (925) 202-5425 or [email protected].
Military Peer Support Group St. Augustine Rectory Conference Room 3rd Thursday of the Month 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Veterans share life challenges and opportunities with other veterans the 3rd Wednesday of each moth. For information, contact Dom Pietro at (925) 462-4665 or email at [email protected]. All Ages welcome.
Putting Faith Into Action If you are looking for opportunities to put your faith into action in service of those in need, please contact the Social Justice Committee at [email protected] to find out more about our work and the programs we sponsor and organize. A Message From The Social Justice Committee
Preaching Schedules Want to know which priest is doing daily or weekend Mass? Please visit our website and click on the “Mass Times” button on the homepage.
Employment Opportunity The Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose are seeking a Mission Advancement Director focused on donor relationship and Annual Fund appeals to create an expanded base of support for their mission and ministry priorities. Requirements include a college degree, a minimum of 5 years’ experience in fundraising, good presentation and communication skills. For more information or to apply contact Maureen Gallagher at [email protected].
Need Bridge Players Marathon bridge from September through May. Play once a month. Play evening, day and couples groups. If You are interested please contact Glorian Crosslin (925) 846-3926.
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Marilyn Diane Allard Mary Terese Costello
Jackie Jackson Ron Renekka
Francis Nnoli Mary Shaw Jay Nelson
Joao Batista Caldeira
PRAYERS FOR THE DECEASED Steve Adams
Dominic Tringali Angie Dimakiling
Isaiah Lee Joe Holt Al Morris
David Haro Araiza Kaden Koopmann
J. Daniel Carleton Kheng Ngov Juliet Blake Fred Shaw Kelly Beaty Les Baker
Kevin O’Connor Zachary Yu
PRAYERS FOR THE SICK
CYO BASKETBALL Online Registration Now
Open! Registration is now open at www.ccopcyo.org under “Register Online.” Register your child by grade and gender. Coaches are needed, please complete the coach’s registration. Open to all Boys and Girls in 3rd – 8th grade who are residents of Pleasanton or Sunol. Register immediately as there is a capacity limit and a Late Fee starting August 19. Registration will be closed September 4. If capacity is reached, or your registration is late, children will be placed on a wait list. Player Evaluations will be held September 8, 9 and 10. For questions go to the website FAQs. We look forward to your participation!
INSTALLATION MASS & RECEPTION
AUGUST 25, 2019
TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
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Fr. Mark Wiesner will be installed as our Pastor on Sunday, August 25 at the 12:00 PM Mass at St. Augustine Church. There will be a reception to follow in St. Augustine Hall. Come participate in this important Mass and welcome Fr. Mark as our new Pastor!
REV. MARK D. WIESNER
TWENTY-FIRST PASTOR of
THE CATHOLIC COMMUNITY
OF PLEASANTON
2019 MISSION CO-OP August 24 & 25
Once a year in cooperation with the national office of the Society of the Propagation of the Faith, missionaries from Catholic organizations, dioceses and religious orders are invited to visit our parish, giving us the opportunity to experience Catholicism from beyond our borders and help to foster the spirit of mission in our own parish. Donations are used to spread Gospel of Jesus Christ through primary evangelization, as well as to promote and support vocations, faith formation, and catechesis, to build churches, seminaries, clinics, hospitals and schools.
St. Augustine Church Diocese of Hai Phong - Vietnam
Fr. Anthony Huong Le The diocese of Hai Phòng) is a Roman Catholic diocese in northern Vietnam. The bishop is Joseph Vu Van Thien since 2002. The creation of the diocese in its present form was declared 24 November 1960. The earliest forms of Roman Catholic institutions appeared in that territory since 1655, with French and Spanish missionaries until the middle of the 20th century. The diocese covers an area of 10,000 km², and is a suffragan diocese of the Archdiocese of Hanoi. By 2016, the diocese of Hai Phòng had about 135,000 believers (2.4% of the population), 76 priests and 86 parishes, 365 Churches. Queen of the Rosary Cathedral in Hai Phong has been assigned as the Cathedral of the diocese.
Purpose Of The Appeal Funds raised will help to educate seminarians, provide scholarships for poor children, food and medicine for the diocesan orphanage, and Caritas.
St. Elizabeth Seton Church Diocese of Kabale - Uganda
Fr. Vincent Musaby’Imana Kabale Diocese is one of the 19 dioceses of Uganda, situated in the rural extreme southwestern corner of the country—about 280 miles from the capital city (Kampala). The diocese boarders Rwanda on the South West and the Democratic Republic of Congo on the Western side, and serves a population of 1,500,000 people, of whom approximately 700,000, are Roman Catholic.
Purpose Of The Appeal Financial support for our hospital serving the rural poor, as we continue to grapple with tropical life-threatening diseases such as malaria, typhoid, HIV/Aids, TB, among others. Our patients currently have to travel 280 miles for disease diagnosis. We are also seeking assistance for our long-term Kabale Diocese Orphaned and Vulnerable Children Program, providing support to orphaned children, the vast majority of whom have lost both parents, providing them with school tuition, clothing, and healthcare. We are currently supporting 510 children out of well over 20,000 greatly in need of help.
