Schedule of Masses Morning Daily Mass Monday - Saturday 7:30 am Saturday Vigil 5:00 pm Sunday 7:30, 9:30, 11:30 am Confessions Saturday 3:30-4:30 pm or by appointment Confirmation Classes & Youth Ministry/Life Teen Sunday - see calendar Bible Study Monday 8:15-9:15 am Tuesday 7:30-8:30 pm Faith Formation (Pre K– 5th Grade) Thursday 5:45-7:00 pm Edge Middle School Ministry (6th – 8th Grade) Thursday 5:30-7:00 pm Parish Mission Statement The Catholic Faith Community of Saint Patrick accepts the Gospel message of Jesus and seeks to fulfill the message in both words and actions by being joy-filled people who welcome and share our faith with all who encounter us. St. Patrick Catholic School Kelly Stevens, Principal Preschool through 8th Grade Nursery Infant Care Center (6-weeks to 2.5 years) 907 Seventh Street, Rodeo, CA 94572 Phone: 510.799.2506 Fax: 510.799.6781 Preschool Phone: 510.799.6683 www.stpatrickschoolrodeo.org 825 Seventh Street Rodeo, CA 94572 Phone: 510.799.4406 Fax: 510.799.5681 [email protected]www.stpatrickrodeo.org Office Hours Monday-Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm Staff Father Larry Young Pastor 510.799.4406 [email protected]Father Peter Tu Nguyen Parochial Vicar 510.799.4406 [email protected]Kathy Pruett Parish Secretary 510.799.4406 [email protected]Beverly Fung Director of Religious Education & Communications 510.799.4434 [email protected][email protected]Arlene Aquino Youth Programs Admin Assistant 510.799.4434 [email protected]Joy Alcantara Youth Programs Support Staff 510.799.4434 [email protected]August 7, 2016 Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
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Schedule of Masses
Morning Daily Mass Monday - Saturday 7:30 am
Saturday Vigil 5:00 pm
Sunday 7:30, 9:30, 11:30 am
Confessions Saturday 3:30-4:30 pm
or by appointment
Confirmation Classes & Youth Ministry/Life Teen
Sunday - see calendar
Bible Study Monday 8:15-9:15 am Tuesday 7:30-8:30 pm
Parish Mission Statement The Catholic Faith Community of Saint Patrick accepts the Gospel message of Jesus and seeks to fulfill the message in both words
and actions by being joy-filled people who welcome and share our faith with all who encounter us.
St. Patrick Catholic School
Kelly Stevens, Principal Preschool through 8th Grade Nursery Infant Care Center
(6-weeks to 2.5 years)
907 Seventh Street, Rodeo, CA 94572 Phone: 510.799.2506 Fax: 510.799.6781
Sunday, August 7 Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Second Collection Regular Parish Maintenance Gift Shop Open Today Monday, August 8 Feast of St. Dominic Fr. Larry’s Bible Class, Gospel of Matthew - Year of Mercy 8:15 - 9:15am in the Church Hospitality Meeting - 6:00pm Tuesday, August 9 Fr. Larry’s Bible Class, Gospel of Matthew - Year of Mercy 7:30 - 8:30pm in the Church YLI Meeting Wednesday, August 10 Feast of St. Lawrence, Deacon & Martyr Pastor’s Feast Day Our Lady of Perpetual Help Novena - 8:00am St. Vincent de Paul Meeting - 7:00pm Stewardship Meeting - 7:00pm Thursday, August 11 Knights of Columbus Meeting Friday, August 12 Santo Nino Novena - 8:00am Youth Ministry Camping Retreat Saturday, August 13 Legion of Mary Rosary - 8:00am Youth Ministry Camping Retreat St. Patrick Catholic School Transitional Kindergarten Student/ Parent Meeting & Kindergarten Meeting, 2:00 - 3:30pm Sunday, August 14 Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday, August 15 Feast Day, The Assumption of Mary Today is not a Holy Day of Obligation because it falls on a Monday, however, we should go to Mass anyway. Mass Times: 7:30am, 9:00am and 7:30pm
Please note that we are counting on the weekly collection of $11,120.00 to meet our 2016 budget. Please give your part to help us reach our goal.
Sacrificial Giving
August 7 - 14, 2016
Sun 08/07 7:30a For the People of St. Patrick Parish 9:30a Claeys Family † Janet de Lara 11:30a Frank Alban † Susan Alban
Mon 08/08 7:30a Aline King † Foley Family
Tues 08/09 7:30a Ava Aguila Aguila Family
Wed 08/10 7:30a Special Intention Kramer Family
Thurs 08/11 7:30a Miles Pascual Urbano Lisa Urbano & Family
Fri 08/12 7:30a Angela M. Anthony (Happy Birthday) Ditta Family
Sat 08/13 7:30a Dave Lucas † Peter Manuelpillai 5:00p Patrick Mason † Charles Posedel
Sun 08/14 7 :30a For the People of St. Patrick Parish 9:30a Francisco V. Guinto † Milagros S. Guinto 11:30a Justina Alban † Susan Alban
Our soul waits for the Lord, who is our help and our shield.
— Psalm 33:20
Dear People of St. Patrick Parish: We are people of faith, we trust in a loving God who cares about each one of us. We do not see doom and gloom in every action of life. Yes, however, we do see sin, evil and horrible things that humans do to one another. A Christian, is one who believes and follows Jesus Christ, listens to His teachings as found in the Gospel today. Jesus told us, “Do not be afraid any longer, little flock, for your Father is pleased to give you the kingdom.” Put your trust in that. Yes, life may not be easy, but when we remember God’s love and His promise to us on the day of Baptism, we should take comfort in that promise. You and I do not know when we will die and leave this earth, but, we know that if we love God and one another, follow the Commandments and make use of the Seven Sacraments, we are sure we will get to heaven. Do we want to go to heaven? Do we really want to be with God and our loves ones in heaven? Let us not let those who do not have faith and only trust in themselves lead us into fear and become people without hope. We, the People of St. Patrick Parish, believe and live in faith, hope and charity and expect we will all be together in heaven celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with St. Patrick and our beloved family and friends. Who wants to be in hell with the devil and be greedy, lifeless, unhappy people? NOT US! God Bless,
Fr. Larry Young Pastor
A Message from Our Pastor
News ~ Information ~ Events
Worldwide Marriage Encounter
Let us turn our hearts back to God and allow Him to lead and guide us so that we can fulfill God’s plan and purpose for our lives and marriages. Strengthen, Renew and Rekindle your marriage by attending the next upcoming Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend on November 18-20. For more information contact Mike & Jeanne, 925-672-2016 or Joe & Sue, 925-680-7767 or online at oaklandwwme.org Weekends are presented in Pleasanton/Dublin area.
Jubilee Year of Mercy August 7, 2016 Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Last Sunday’s “Parable of the rich fool” delivered a compelling reason to do the right thing—now: “You fool, this night your life will be demanded of you” (Luke
12:20). Today, Jesus warns us: “You also must be prepared, for at an hour you do not expect, the Son of Man will come” (12:40). Though we do not know when our Master will come, we do know what our Master expects to find. Jesus expects us to be vigilant (12:37) and diligent (12:42) in our work for the kingdom, but also filled with reverent mercy toward our fellow servants and ourselves. Hopefully, Jesus’ warning not to get drunk and beat each other up (12:45) does not apply to us literally! But what changes do I need to make, right now, so that the many people outside “the Master’s house” will want to come inside to experience the healing comfort of Jesus’ own mercy in the compassion of Jesus’ modern-day disciples?
Catechist Cross-fit Saturday, August 27, 8:00am - 4:30pm St. Joachim Parish, Hayward
Presented by the Department of Faith Formation & Evangelization at the Diocese of Oakland, all Catechist are invited for a “spiritual workout” to strengthen and inspire as a new year of ministry begins. Activities include: Warm-up - Keynote Address; Circuit Training - Breakout Sessions; Core Workout - Mass; Cross Training - Praise & Worship; Cool Down - Closing Prayer. The day will feature acclaimed speaker, Bob Rice and our very own Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ. To register, visit www.oakdiocese.org/crossfit Registration is $25 and includes lunch.
Couples for Christ Information Night Saturday, August 13, 6:30pm St. Paul Parish Hall, San Pablo
Come and find out more about Couples for Christ (CFC) and its family ministries. Learn how our Christian Life Program can help you and your family grow in your faith and spiritual journey. There is no cost to attend, the only investment is your time. Refreshments and kid watch will be provided. For more information, contact Andy & Gloria Martin, 510-799-7762 or email, [email protected].
Legion of Mary
Become a member of Legion of Mary—Visit the sick and shut-ins, visit Catholics who want to return to the faith, pray daily for the work of the Legion and assist the parish in whatever ways to help bring Christ to the people. For more information contact Enry Tiangsing, 510-245-0152 or Priscilla, 510-367-2619. The Legion of Mary meets every Saturday after the 7:30am Mass in the Chapel.
RCIA Cross-fit Saturday, August 20, 9:00am - 4:00pm St. John Vianney Church, Walnut Creek
RCIA and Adult Confirmation candidates are invited to a “spiritual workout” to get renewed and inspired. Activities include: Warm-up - Keynote Address; Circuit Training -Breakout Sessions; Cross Training - Praise & Worship; Cool Down - Closing Prayer. The Keynote Speaker will be Bill Keimig, National Speaker, Assistant Director of the Catechetical Institute. Space is limited so register early at www.oakdiocese.org/rcia.crossfit Registration is $20 and includes lunch.
SLRG Summer Jam 2016 The Roaring 20’s was a great success. So many came in attire of that period of time. Much fun was had. Thank you to all who made this event a success for the San Lorenzo Ruiz Group and the Parish of St. Patrick - Many Thanks! Altar Society Gift Shop Thank you to the Altar Society as they re-open their ministry of providing religious goods and books for purchase, which in turns, helps to support the arts and environment and other expenses of the parish for our liturgies. Stop by and visit the Gift Shop. School is Around the Corner St. Patrick Catholic School is busy preparing for the opening of the 2016-2017 school year on Wednesday, August 17. Remember, we are the only Catholic school that has infant care all the way thru 8th grade. What a blessing for our parish and school.
Life at St. Patrick Parish
Congratulations to
Sophia Ann Domingo Harris
who received the Sacrament of Baptism on Saturday, July 30, 2016. We welcome Sophia Ann all to our Catholic faith.
Weekend of August 6-7, 2016
In Thanksgiving
Donated by Milagros S. Guinto
2017 Mass Intention Book is Open
The 2017 Mass Offering Forms are located in the church lobby literature rack or in the Parish Ministry Center. Mass Intentions are on a first-come, first-served basis. The stipend offering is $10 per one name / per Mass and must be included with the Mass Offering Form.
Phone calls and emails cannot be accepted. All requests for Mass Intentions must be submitted using the Mass Offering Form and either mailed or submitted to the office in person.
Masses are limited to only 8 per family to allow the Mass Book to be available to all parishioners. Please note that all Sunday, 7:30am Masses are for the People of St. Patrick Parish and are not available for intentions.
For additional information or questions, please call Kathy Pruett the parish office at 510-799-4406.
Faith Formation, Confirmation and Youth Ministry 2016 - 2017 Registration is open for next year’s religious education programs. Register online at stpatrickrodeo.org Forms are also available in the Church and Parish Ministry Center.
Youth Ministry Activites (open to all high school students)
August 12-14: YM Camping Retreat, Duncan Mills, near Russian River
September 17: OnFire NorCal Jam, Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Vallejo
For more information regarding any of these programs, please contact the Faith Formation Office at 510-799-4434 or email, [email protected].
2017 Altar Flower Donations
The Altar Flower Donation List is now available at the entry of the church. Flower donation can be used for memorials, birthdays, anniversary or any other special occasion. After signing up, please remember to complete the provided form and return it to the Parish Ministry Center with your check, payable to ’St. Patrick Church’. The envelope, with form and check, may also be placed in the collection basket. Altar Flower Donations are on a first-come, first-served basis.
OUR FATHER IN FAITH
The Le er to the Hebrews today sings a hymn of praise to Abraham and to his faith, upon which are founded the religions of Judaism, Chris anity, and Islam. Abraham is called “father” in faith by more people on earth than anybody else, numerous as the sands of the seashore or the stars of the heavens. Hebrews tells us it was this founda onal faith that led Abraham to obey God’s call when he heard it, though he was called to journey to a land he did not know and told he would father a mighty race
through a marriage he thought was barren. But Abraham’s faith, the author of Hebrews tells us, was his realiza on of what he hoped for, and the evidence of what he could not see. How
o en are we, in simple daily events of our own Chris an voca on, called to an unfamiliar place or told we are to do
something we do not believe we can? How fortunate we are to have Father Abraham as our guide and example!
