Sunday Continental Breakfast after the 9am Mass. Special collection this week – world Mis- sions Monday Next Grief Group Meeting is tonight at 7 pm in the Rectory. Wednesday Thursday Adoration after the 9:30 am Mass and Benedic- tion at 6:30 pm. Sunday Continental Breakfast after 9 am Mass. Friday Saturday NA Meeting tonight. Tuesday The next Ladies Guild meeting is 11/10 at 1 pm in the Fr. Jim Community Center meeting rooms. NEW MEMBERS ALWAYS WELCOME . Oct. 18, 2015 - Oct. 25, 2015 Sunday 7:30am 9:00am 11:00am 5:00pm For Our Parishioners Frank Donato, Sr. † Tony & Alice Himan † & Maitoza Family † Esperanza Perez † Monday 6:30 am 9:30 am Xuan Nguyen (liv.) ill Jean Mulloy † Tuesday 6:30 am 9:30 am All Souls † Thang Vu † Wednesday 6:30 am 9:30 am Charles & Natalie DiLisio (Anniv.) Peter Thompson (living) Thursday 6:30 am 9:30 am Janet Cardinalli (living) Estelita S. Casimiro (living) Friday 6:30 am 9:30 am Stephanie Millett (living) Ed & Mary Ann Oddo (50th Anniv.) Saturday 8:00 am 5:00 pm Fr.Thuc (in Thanksgiving ) Donna Siri † Sunday 7:30 am 9:00 am 11:00 am 5:00 pm For Our Parishioners Paul V. Cooper † Frances Fitzsimmons † Irmina Bueno † ASCENT EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM Hours of operation closed Monday and Friday. Open Tuesday through Thursday , from 9 am until 2 pm 408-257-8302 FAX Number 408-257-4600 Web Site: www.ascent-jobs.org PO Box 9604, San Jose CA 95157. Ascent is also looking for winter coats. Please leave at the last garage. Thank you! Weekly Stewardship Report Collections for 10/11/2015 $ 10,387 Collections Year to Date $ 144,434 Budgeted Year to Date $ 159,969 Variance $ (15,535) Thank you for your continued support ! The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is a religious formation program for adults and for children 7 years or older, who are interested in joining the Catholic Church. Participants explore their faith while learning about the Catholic tradition. To learn more call 408-255-9950 or email kman- [email protected]Oct. 18, 2015 - Oct. 25, 2015 Social Justice CORNER In June, Pope Francis issued an encyclical letter on Ecology, called “Laudato Si’, mi’ Signore”, or “Praise be to you, O Lord.” Pope Fran- cis has a unique perspective as the pastor of a global flock that is ex- periencing all aspects of our changing world. He talks of events such as increased drought in some areas and storms and flooding in others and their impact on the people living in those areas. He talks of rising sea levels that are forcing people from their homes and air pollution that is causing health problems for many thousands. Usually, these impacts are felt by those who are least likely to have the resources to bounce back. Because the climate crisis impacts people and creation, it has a moral dimension. Therefore, to respond to the ecological crisis is responding to God’s call to love our sisters and brothers. We, as Catholics, are called to an “open dialogue” about the ecological crisis. On a personal level this means being open to recognizing that our own actions contribute to ecological degradation and neglect. How many cars and TVs do we really need? Do we really need the latest gadget or cell phone? Have we become part of the ‘throw away’ culture? Do these things fulfill us and bring us true happiness? Pope Francis calls us to recognize the need for changes in our lifestyle, production and consumption, in order to reverse the human causes which produce or aggravate the ecological crisis. Pope Francis says, “We are called to be instruments of God our Father, so that our planet might be what he desired when he created it, with his plan for peace, beauty, and fullness.” Catholics are called to action on a personal, local, national, and global level. If these crisis are to be averted, we need a change of heart from one of consumerism to one of care of creation, both natural and human. Brought to you by the Social Justice Committee
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Sunday
Continental Breakfast after the 9am Mass. Special collection this week – world Mis-sions
Monday Next Grief Group Meeting is tonight at 7 pm in the Rectory.
Wednesday
Thursday Adoration after the 9:30 am Mass and Benedic-tion at 6:30 pm.
Sunday Continental Breakfast after 9 am Mass.
Friday
Saturday NA Meeting tonight.
Tuesday The next Ladies Guild meeting is 11/10 at 1 pm in the Fr. Jim Community Center meeting rooms. NEW MEMBERS ALWAYS WELCOME .
Oct. 18, 2015 - Oct. 25, 2015
Sunday 7:30am 9:00am 11:00am 5:00pm
For Our Parishioners Frank Donato, Sr. † Tony & Alice Himan † & Maitoza Family † Esperanza Perez †
Monday 6:30 am 9:30 am
Xuan Nguyen (liv.) ill Jean Mulloy †
Tuesday 6:30 am 9:30 am
All Souls † Thang Vu †
Wednesday 6:30 am
9:30 am Charles & Natalie DiLisio (Anniv.) Peter Thompson (living)
Thursday
6:30 am 9:30 am
Janet Cardinalli (living) Estelita S. Casimiro (living)
Friday 6:30 am 9:30 am
Stephanie Millett (living) Ed & Mary Ann Oddo (50th Anniv.)
Saturday 8:00 am 5:00 pm
Fr.Thuc (in Thanksgiving ) Donna Siri †
Sunday 7:30 am 9:00 am 11:00 am 5:00 pm
For Our Parishioners Paul V. Cooper † Frances Fitzsimmons † Irmina Bueno †
ASCENT EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM
Hours of operation closed Monday and Friday. Open Tuesday through Thursday , from 9 am until 2 pm 408-257-8302 FAX Number 408-257-4600 Web Site: www.ascent-jobs.org PO Box 9604, San Jose CA 95157. Ascent is also looking for winter coats. Please leave at the last garage. Thank you!
Weekly Stewardship Report
Collections for 10/11/2015 $ 10,387 Collections Year to Date $ 144,434
Budgeted Year to Date $ 159,969 Variance $ (15,535) Thank you for your continued support !
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is a religious formation program for adults and for children 7 years or older,
who are interested in joining the Catholic Church. Participants explore their faith while
learning about the Catholic tradition. To learn more call 408-255-9950 or email [email protected]
Oct. 18, 2015 - Oct. 25, 2015
Social Justice CORNER In June, Pope Francis issued an encyclical letter on Ecology, called “Laudato Si’, mi’ Signore”, or “Praise be to you, O Lord.” Pope Fran-cis has a unique perspective as the pastor of a global flock that is ex-periencing all aspects of our changing world. He talks of events such as increased drought in some areas and storms and flooding in others and their impact on the people living in those areas. He talks of rising sea levels that are forcing people from their homes and air pollution that is causing health problems for many thousands. Usually, these impacts are felt by those who are least likely to have the resources to bounce back. Because the climate crisis impacts people and creation, it has a moral dimension. Therefore, to respond to the ecological crisis is responding to God’s call to love our sisters and brothers. We, as Catholics, are called to an “open dialogue” about the ecological crisis. On a personal level this means being open to recognizing that our own actions contribute to ecological degradation and neglect. How many cars and TVs do we really need? Do we really need the latest gadget or cell phone? Have we become part of the ‘throw away’ culture? Do these things fulfill us and bring us true happiness? Pope Francis calls us to recognize the need for changes in our lifestyle, production and consumption, in order to reverse the human causes which produce or aggravate the ecological crisis. Pope Francis says, “We are called to be instruments of God our Father, so that our planet might be what he desired when he created it, with his plan for peace, beauty, and fullness.”
Catholics are called to action on a personal, local, national, and global level. If these crisis are to be averted, we need a change of heart from one of consumerism to one of care of creation, both natural and human. Brought to you by the Social Justice Committee
Twenty Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time
My brothers and sisters
There is a great song by the late Rich Mullins called “Screen Door”. The refrain claims that faith without works is like a screen door on a submarine…in other words, not very useful. There are some that would argue this point, but consider today’s gospel reading.
Jesus finds his disciples arguing over who is the greatest, and who will get to sit at Jesus’ right hand. Now, it’s true that they have been faithful followers of Jesus, but does that make them somehow better than anyone else? Jesus Himself says that the answer to that is a resounding “no”. He says quite clearly that whoever wishes to be the greatest shall be the servant of all.
Our fifth graders have an interesting take on this, which they prepared for the 9am Children’s Liturgy. In it, they demonstrate that being friends with Jesus means more than just being a follower. We need to live as He did…and give ourselves up to caring for others. Simple acts of service, from working at a soup kitchen to helping an elderly person carry in their groceries are the kinds of things that pro-mote the dignity of every person, which is what we, as Catholics, are called to do.
So while spending quality time with Jesus in prayer is essential to our relationship with Him, we can’t forget the other half of the equation. Having faith isn’t enough. We have to live it!
In Him,
Kristie Manning
Oct. 18, 2015
Family Faith Formation 408-255-9950
Office is staffed on Tues. and Thurs. 8 -3 and on weekends by appointment. Please call
before stopping by.
Our 6-8th graders have been able to learn about the local private high schools at the high school in-formation night. Soon 8th graders will be able to go to visit these high schools to shadow students there and see how they like the campuses and classes of-fered. Then in January they will take their place-ment tests for high school and await the March re-sults.
Faith Formation: ON THE CALENDAR Oct. 18th: All classes meet at their regular times. Oct. 25th: All classes meet at their regular times Nov. 1st: Safe Environment Training for all classes
Oct. 18th: Formation Night—breakout sessions Oct. 25th: Formation Night—breakout sessions Nov. 1st: General Session—Safe Environ-ment and Teen Leadership Training
Office for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults
Diocese of San Jose - Anthony Gonzalez Phone: 408-983-0113 Fax:408-983-0147 Emergency line: 408-983-0141
HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH MINISTRY And Confirmation
ON THE CALENDAR: Oct. 18th: High School Meeting 6:30-8pm
Oct. 25th: Confirmation Meeting 6:30-8pm
Nov. 1st: Confirmation Meeting 6:30-8pm
Nov. 8th: Scavenger Hunt for the Hungry 6:15pm
Youth/Young Adult Band & Choir rehearsals are every Wednesday evening. Contact [email protected] for more information. *Like us on Facebook: Queen of Apostles Youth *Follow us on Insta-gram: QofAYM *Contact us: [email protected] | 213-6509 | www.qofa.org
We lovingly pray for those in our Parish and families who cannot join us at Mass especially Michael Olds, Linda Ann Hanson, Jim Lisins, Hans Ungelback, Flora Romero Please let us also pray for all our servicemen and women who serve in the Armed Forces throughout the world and remember them in our hearts today and everyday. We re-member those dearly departed in our Queen of Apostles family and in our own families and special persons: James Fitzpatrick.
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Dear Friends:
Due to the rental increases in our area we are experiencing many more hungry homeless folks. Once again we ask for your assistance in helping them . The food items that we need are:
If possible, please purchase pop top lids and openers. Thank you SVDP. Please no out of date foodstuffs.
Donuts
How would you and your family like to help serve donuts after the 9 AM Mass? We are in need of volunteers who would serve one shift per year. Please call the Murchans at 446-0136 Thank you!
Mass of Remembrance: On November 8, at the 11:00 AM Mass, we will remember the deceased members of the families of Queen of Apostles who have died from 11/14 until now.. There will be a slide show of these persons during the Mass. There will also be a presenta-tion. We ask that if anyone has a picture of their family members that they bring it to the rectory or send it by e-mail to dirk at qofa.org.
Santa Clara County 2015 is a safe place for young people (12 through 20) who are affected by the drinking or drug abuse of
a family member or friend. There are no dues or fees. The “Heart to Heart Freedom” Alateen group meets every Thursday evening here at Queen of Apostles School at 7:45 p.m. in room 7. Please call Jay or Venice at 408-406-7081 for more informa-tion.
Grief Group
The grief support group’s next meeting will be 10/19 Please call Shirley 408-241-1209 if you have any questions or need to talk.
“Dear young friends, in a culture of relativism and the ephem-eral, where many preach the importance of ‘enjoying’ the moment, I ask you, instead, to swim against the tide; yes, I am asking you to rise against this culture that sees everything as temporary and that ultimately believes you are incapable of responsibility, that believes you are incapable of true love.” - Pope Francis, Message for the 30th World Youth Day.
The RISE! 2015 Conference is a free two-day event for Bay Area teens, young adults as well as parents, catechists and teachers, that will take place on the 13th/14th of November, 2015. It consists of a series of talks by keynote speakers (Matt Fradd and Jackie Francois), participation in the Holy Mass, op-portunity for Confession, fellowship, and fun!
Following the invitation of our Holy Father, the purpose of RISE! 2015 is to instruct and encourage the youth to rediscover the beauty of the human vocation to love, providing them the arguments they need to rise “against the widespread tendency to reduce love to something banal, reducing it to its sexual aspect alone, deprived of its essential characteristics of beauty, com-munion, fidelity and responsibility” and for the adults to be aware of the dangers that their children are exposed to and how to prevent and act about them. Register today at www.riseba.org
CFM
Our QofA Christian Family Movement (CFM) group invites all young parish families to talk with representatives after the Masses on October 17th and 18th about joining us for the com-ing year. CFMers will be available at the exits for all Masses and the donut table after the 9:00 am Sunday Mass (You’ll no-tice them by their distinctive “CFM” buttons). Come see what nearly 200 other QofA families have enjoyed over the years.
PEACEMAKERS
Vincent McAloon, Third Order Franciscan
Vince McAloon was an ordinary single man from Rhode Island and a family friend. His life as we knew it was involved in helping others around the world. He worked as a teacher in Rome, Jamaica, Pennsyl-vania and Notre Dame, Ind. He later became a field secretary to the Third Order of Saint Francis and lived in Rome. Vincenzo, as he liked to be called, had a joyous, if not impish, attitude. On one of our visits to Rome, he picked us up very late at the airport and on the ride into the city, he went through several red lights . . . seeing our shock and concern, Vince delivered the following quote: “In Rome, traffic signals are mere suggestions.” While a student at Notre Dame, he took left-over food each day to the homeless and needy of South Bend. During World War II he was an assistant to his Army unit’s chaplain in Rome. When there was bread left over after a meal, he took it to the local orphanage, even though he was told he could get in trouble for this. In Jamaica, he taught children and acted in place of a priest if one was unavailable by offering communion services. He enjoyed being of service to others, working at the USO and later establishing a home away from home for Notre Dame stu-dents in Rome. After 30 years of service he was given the honor of being a member of the Order of Friars Minor, a rare privilege for a layman. The order was written in fancy language, but above it all, Vince was singled out for this honor because “he has a Franciscan heart.” Fr. Ted Hesburgh, President of Notre Dame, officiated at his funeral, recognizing Vince as a man who spent his entire life providing care and service to others.
MARRIED COUPLES: __Excellent __Good __Average __So So . How do you rate your marriage? If you’ve checked any of the above, you’re a great candidate for a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend! It’s a beautiful weekend experience de-signed for couples of all ages and backgrounds. It will take you from where you are to another level! Make this autumn special by devoting one weekend to the most important relationship in your life. The next Marriage Encounter Weekend is November 13-15, 2015 in Mountain View. For more information visit our website at sanjosewwme.org or contact Ken & Claranne at ap-plications@san josewwme.org or call 408-782-1413.
ANNUAL LAYETTE CELEBRATION
The Annual Layette Celebration, sponsored by the Office of Woman, Diocese of San Jose, will be held at Holy Family Parish, on Sunday, December 6, 2015 beginning at 3:00 pm. New clothing, sizes newborn to 12 months of age and/or cash donations, will be gratefully appreciated. For information, call Marie McCarthy 408-241-8826.
BREATHE: A 1-Day Retreat for Busy Parents When: Saturday, November 21st Where: St. Francis Retreat Center, San Juan Bautista Why: Because you need it!!! Cost: $40 per person, includes lunch For more information contact Kristie or Klarissa at 408.253-7560 or email [email protected]
Queen of Apostles Church
4911 Moorpark Avenue
San Jose, Ca 95129
Never Give Up! PASTORAL STAFF: Rev. Thuc Si Ho, Pastor Rev. Reynaldo Sarmiento, Parochial Vicar Brian McKenna, Deacon Kristie Manning, Faith Formation/RCIA Director Gregory Elsner, Accountant Mary Ann Oddo, Receptionist / Secretary Marie McCarthy, Receptionist / Secretary Klarissa Chichioco, Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry Family Faith Formation: 408-255-9950 Parish Office 408-253-7560 Open 9-5 Mon. - Friday 4911 Moorpark Ave. Closed for lunch: 12-1 San Jose, Ca.. 95129 Fax: 408-253-9530 Web Site: www.qofa.org Marty Chargin, School Principal School Address: 4950 Mitty Way 408-252-3659 San Jose, CA 95129
MASS SCHEDULE: Saturday (Vigil Mass): 5:00 p.m. Sundays: 7:30, 9:00 and 11:00 a.m., 5:00 p.m. Weekdays: 6:30 and 9:30 a.m. Saturdays: 8:00 a.m. Holy Days: (Vigil Mass) 5:00 p.m., 6:30, 9:30 a.m., 7:00 p.m. Marian Devotions: After the 8:00 a.m. Mass on Saturday SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: Seminar required. Please contact Rectory for information. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Saturdays - 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. or by appointment. SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY: Contact Rectory at least SIX MONTHS prior to any proposed wedding date. INQUIRY SESSION ABOUT THE CATHOLIC CHURCH: Contact number: 408-255-9950 or [email protected]
