February 14, 2016 - St. Justin Parish

ST. JUSTIN PARISH COMMUNITY
2655 Homestead Road, Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 296-1193 ~ www.st-justin.org
First Sunday of Lent
What restores your spirit?
What tests your faith in God?
The Fourteenth Day of February of 2016
Weekend Masses
Weekday Masses
Saturday Vigil
Monday-Friday
5:00 p.m.
Sunday
7:30, 9:00, 10:30 a.m.,
12:15 and 7:00 p.m.
Holy Days of Obligation
8:30 a.m., 12:15 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Parish Office Hours
Monday-Friday
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Closed for lunch 12:00 - 1:15 p.m.
8:30 a.m.
Saturday
8:00 a.m.
Reconciliation
Saturdays 3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
or by appointment
PASTORAL STAFF
Rev. Christopher Bransfield, Pastor
408-296-1193, x 107, cbransfield@dsj.org
Rev. Gerald Nwafor, Parochial Vicar
408-296-1193, x 113, gnwafor@dsj.org
Ms. Karen Suty, Principal
408-248-1094, x 232, ksuty@dsj.org
Mr. Joe Bauer, Pastoral Associate,
Facilities, Community Ministry
408-296-1193 x 109, jbauer@dsj.org
Mrs. Mary Kane,
Director of Faith Formation
408-296-1193 x 104, mykane@dsj.org
Mrs. Lillian Kwiatkowski,
Music Director
408-296-1193 x 112, lkwiatkowski@dsj.org
Ms. Laura Ortiz, Office Manager
408-296-1193 x 102, lortiz@dsj.org
Ms. Diane Serrianne, Receptionist
408-296-1193 x 100, dserrianne@dsj.org
Rev. James Okafor, In Residence
PHONE NUMBERS
Parish Offices:
408-296-1193
Monday-Friday, 9:00-5:00 p.m.
closed 12:00-1:15 p.m.
Fax:
408-244-9437
Website:
www.st-justin.org
Catechetical Ministry
Ext. 102
Ministry to the Sick
Ext. 113
Youth Ministry
Ext. 104
Liturgical Ministry
Ext. 107
Community Ministry 408-243-1462
School Office
408- 248-1094
Go to our website at
www.st-justin.org
to make safe and
secure donations by credit card,
checking or savings.
Upcoming Second Offerings
Your generosity is appreciated.
*Denotes Parish Second Collection.
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Churches in Eastern &
Central Europe
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Building Fund*
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BE PREPARED
As a young boy, I was a
great athlete. I ran marathons
and I played soccer. In 1990
I was picked to represent my
state in the 10,000 meters
final of the nationals. I was
the best in my state and
probably the first ten in the
country. Every state was allowed three
slots officially. There were some
others who joined through a wildcard.
I was carrying the pride of my state on
my shoulders. As the best in the state
all eyes were on me. I was dwelling on
the praises of my past success. I didn’t
go to training camp which started two
months before the championship. I
never prepared for the championship,
and a week before the tournament I
reported to camp. I was received with
great ovation. The following day we
zoomed off for the competition.
finish 5,000 meters. Until
today, I have against my
name DNF (Did Not Finish).
What a shame. The true
message came to me from
the coach after the
tournament, “Gerry boy, you
did not prepare.”
I look at the Lenten season as the
period, that moment, that time in our
lives as Christians, when we prepare
for the marathon. This 40 days
preparation will help us to win the 325
days marathon ahead. Do not presume
or assume anything. Even if you are a
champion or a loser, this is an
opportunity to be prepared as a good
Christian and great apostolic athlete.
This is the time we would learn how
to give so that we can receive. This is
the moment when we should learn
how to pray, so that we should be
On the D-day, I dressed up, did a little heard. This is the moment we should
warm-up routine. All hopes were high learn how to fast, in order that we may
and we moved into the arena. Names be strong in faith. This is the season
we should learn how to forgive, so
were called, expectant winners were
mentioned and the youngest athlete at that we too will be forgiven by God
when the time for forgiveness comes.
the track was mentioned also, in
retrospect as a potential champion in Welcome to Lent.
the person of Gerald Nwafor. We took
our positions on the track and waited
for the gun. The formal instructions
Fr. Gerald
were given and we were set to go. At
the sound of the gun we took off. It
was to my surprise that I could not
Our Second Collection for
Community Ministry was
was $9,541.90
WEEKLY
STEWARDSHIP REPORT
FEBRUARY 7, 2016
Goal
$12,500.00
1st Collection
$11,747.00
Direct Deposit
$1,958.00
Online Giving
$1,640.00
Variance
$2,845.00
First Sunday of Lent
Thank you for your continued generosity!
Parish
Office
Closed
The Parish Office will be closed
on Monday, February 15 in
observance of the Presidents’ Day
Holiday.
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ORGANIZATIONS
Rejoicing in God’s Mercy, Together in Christ
Parish Goal: $178,000.00
ADA Goal: $132,912.00
The ADA Team is
almost at 2nd!
PARISH COUNCIL
Thomas Viano
408-296-1193
Thai Tran
FINANCE COUNCIL
Mary Sparacino
408-296-1193
STABLEMATES (Men’s Club)
Jim Newton
408-296-1193
LADIES GUILD
Julia Cardoza
408-296-1193
GUADALUPE SOCIETY
Maria Marquez
408-985-1088
As of Monday,
February 8th we
have received:
ALTAR SERVERS
Stephen Russell
408-472-1931
Goal:
$178,000
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS,
COUNCIL #3523
Lary James
408-772-2779
gk@kofc3523.org
Pledges: $81,594.00
Donors: 205
Please be as generous as
you can!
FIL-AM ORGANIZATION
Manny Balce
408-296-1193
Mass Dedications for the Week of
February 15 – February 21, 2016 + notes deceased
Monday
8:30 am.
Jerry Cashman +
Saturday
5:00 p.m.
Domen Family
Julian Saenz +
Tuesday
8:30 a.m.
Manuel Sousa +
Sunday
7:30 a.m.
Jerry Sousa +
Wednesday
8:30 a.m.
Perry Demorest +
Sunday
9:00 a.m.
Lucy Hull +
Thursday
8:30 a.m.
In ThanskgivingMario Saturno
Sunday
10:30a.m.
For All Parishioners
Friday
8:30 a.m.
Justin Troung +
Sunday
12:15 p.m.
Francis Affonso +
Saturday
8:00 a.m.
Bich Vu
Sunday
7:00 p.m.
Belen Mendoza +
We pray for those who are ill or suffering from loneliness,
sadness, or depression. We pray for those who care for them. We
pray for our deceased family and friends. We pray for our men
and women who are serving in the military.
This week we pray especially for those who are ill or preparing for surgery:
Joe Armenta, Catherine Armenta, Kathleen Armenta, Harold Boyd, Cathy Taylor
Caminio, Adela Capistrano, Susy Carter, Mary Therese Dumont, Valentino Feliciano,
Alex Frick, Eloise Frick, Yolanda Guzman, Mary Ellen, Karin Linn, Larry Lynch,
Robert Mathews, Wayne Pantley, Frank Sattler, Tylee Silvia, Christopher Roberts,
Dale Velazquez
And for those who have died: Zosimo Casano, Sary de Leon, Ted Tamone, Sr.
February 14, 2016
First Sunday of Lent
SAVE THE DATE!
April 9, 2016 will be the
Annual St. Justin School Spring
Benefit, "The Cattle Baron's
Ball". Tickets are on sale now at
the school office. Also, check out
the auction website to see what
wonderful items are
available this year. https://
sites.google.com/site/
sjspringevent/ It is constantly
being updated with exciting items.
If you have questions, please
contact Ginny Orlando at
408-985-2713 or
Ginny_Orlando@yahoo.com.
Thank you for all you do for our
school!
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CATECHETICAL MINISTRY NEWS
Call or email Laura Ortiz, (408)296-1193 ext. 100, lortiz@dsj.org for registration information.
If you have any questions about our programs, contact Mary Kane at (408) 296-1193 ext. 104
YOUTH FAITH FORMATION
No Catechetical Sessions in honor of President’s Day weekend.
See you next week!
(Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults)
General Information
Our Early Childhood Education Program (ages three through First
Grade) meets Sunday, 9-10 a.m., while our Elementary Program
(2nd grade through Junior High) meets Sunday, 10:15-11:30 a.m.
If you are new to Catechetical Ministry, please print out a registration
packet from our website or complete one in Room 2 next Sunday.
How is Your 3-Year Old Enjoying Mass?
During the 9 a.m. Mass, we offer an Early Childhood Program. Though
our Kindergarten classes are to capacity, our Three-year and Four-year
old classes still have plenty of room. Our program provides a
developmentally appropriate faith-based experience for the youngest
members of our community.
Material Requests
We are very grateful that our
parishioners have responded most
generously to all our requests.
At this time our craft supply
storage is filled to capacity.
We will notify you
when we are able to receive
further craft donations.
Also, if you are
interested in supplying our Parish
Ministry Center and Room 2 with
large and small paper plates,
forks, spoons, cold cups and
napkins, that would be very much
appreciated.
Thank you for your continued
generosity!!!
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High School
Confirmation
THIS Sunday, February 14,
at the 7:00 p.m. Mass, we will
celebrate the Rite of Enrollment
with our High School
Confirmation Candidates. We will
look to their sponsors/parents to
testify to their changed lives, they
will sign their names and we will
send them with our blessings to
proceed in their
Lenten Spiritual Journey.
Please keep our candidates in your
prayers, as they continue the
catechetical portion of their formation.
First Sunday of Lent
Adult Confirmation
If you or someone you know is
interested in completing your initiation
with the Sacrament of Confirmation,
join us on Tuesday, February 16,
7-8:30 p.m., in the Parish Ministry
Center for our Orientation Session.
Adult Baptism
Are you or is someone you know
interested in the Roman Catholic
faith? You are invited to participate
in RCIA. For information, please
contact Mary, mykane@dsj.org OR
drop by Tuesdays, 7:00-8:30 p.m., in
the Parish Ministry Center.
Do you feel
God‘s call to
share your faith
with others?
Have you thought about
becoming a catechist for our
“Children’s Liturgy of the Word”
on Sunday mornings? A catechist
is a person of faith who responds
to that call, and passes on the
traditions and teachings of our
Church to others. Our
“Children’s Liturgy of the Word”
allows our children to be in a
focused environment that opens
their hearts and minds to hear and
to respond to God’s Word in an
age appropriate manner. To find
out more about this essential
ministry, contact Mary Kane,
mykane@dsj.org.
February 14, 2016
MINISTRY NEWS
Community Ministry
Catholic Relief
Services – Rice Bowl
Food Collection
Most of you are aware of
the Community Ministry
Hungering for
Collection Barrels that are
Opportunity – Our journey
located in our Church.
with CRS Rice
Bowl begins in
During the month of February, we
Colombia, where
will continue to request Canned
coffee beans are
Soup, Pork & Beans, Chili,
changing lives!
Macaroni & Cheese and Tomato
What actions can we take this Lent to
Sauce. These are
change lives – at home and around the
items that we do not
world? Visit crsricebowl.org for more.
receive
often from the
Outreach Dinner
Second Harvest
Our next Outreach Dinner will be Food Bank. Please
taking place on Sunday, February feel free to drop
21, beginning at
donations in the barrels in the
1:30 p.m. in the
Church, the barrel in the Foyer of
Parish Small Hall.
the School or bring items to the
All Senior Citizen
Parish Office.
members of our
Parish are invited to this meal
Fresh Fruit and
followed by BINGO.
Vegetables needed
For those of you who have back
yard fruit trees with an over
abundance of fruit and/or gardens
St. Justin Community Ministry has with vegetables
set aside some funds to provide
please consider
Parishioners with
donating what you
limited Financial
can to Community
Assistance when
Ministry. The fruit
facing unexpected
and vegetables are a
issues. If you find
welcome addition to
yourself in need, contact Joe Bauer the food that we distribute to those
at 408-296-1193 extension 109 or
seeking assistance.
jbauer@dsj.org
Financial Assistance for
Parishioners
Just a reminder to check all parish activities, go to our
website at www.st-justin.org. Click on the
CALENDAR link, and you will find where it is being
held and the times.
February 14, 2016
First Sunday of Lent
TREASURES FROM
OUR TRADITION
Today Lent begins. Ash
Wednesday initiates the forty days
of the Lenten fast, but since
Sundays are not tallied in the days
of fasting, today is the solemn
opening of the forty days of Lent.
The Church has work to do today,
principally the calling forward of
those chosen (the proper word is
elected) for the Easter sacraments.
Some of those who have been
catechumens may now make a
transition to a new way of life as
the “elect.” For them, this Lent
will be a time of “purification” and
“enlightenment.” For us who
accompany them, it is a time of
helping them discern God’s call
and prepare for new life.
This year, while the readings from
the third year of the Lectionary
cycle are usually read, they are set
aside on certain Sundays for the
benefit of the elect. We turn then
to the readings from Year A, and
we give those who journey to the
font of baptism three extraordinary
companions. In the Gospels for
those days, we meet the woman of
Samaria and the man born blind,
and we come to the tomb of
Lazarus three days after his death.
Many bishops celebrate the Rite of
Election on or near today,
affirming God’s choice for these
new faithful, and also offering
them the solidarity of many
companions. In 2013, over 38,000
adults entered the baptismal waters
in the United States, a remarkable
testimony to the vigor of our
tradition of receiving and nurturing
adult faith.
—Rev. James Field, Copyright © J. S.
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St. Justin ’ s
Charismatic Prayer
Meeting
Wednesdays at
7:30 p.m.
Church
Contact: Frank Zuniga
FAITH Beyond 2000 Part I
A dynamic formation program for
catechists and others interested in
gaining a better understanding
of their faith.
The Chancery
1150 N. First Street
San Jose, CA 95112
Mondays, 6:45 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
February 22: Introduction to the
Scriptures
March 14: The Old Testament
April 25: The New Testament:
The Gospels
Plan now to attend
FAITH beyond 2000 and give
your ministry and your
spirituality a boost!
http://www.dsj.org/education/catecheticalministry/basic-catechist-certification/faithbeyond-2000-part-1-registration/
If you suspect abuse in
your parish, school or in
the Diocese of San Jose,
please contact: Child
Protective Services 408-299-2071; Call
911; or The Diocesan Office for the
Protection of Children and Vulnerable
Adults, 408-983-0113 or email
protection@dsj.org. If you suspect
financial mismanagement in your parish,
school or in the Diocese of San Jose,
please contact: EthicsPoint:
dsj.ethicspoint.com.
February 14, 2016
Jubilee Year of Mercy
moment to celebrate and experience
God’s mercy” (MV, 17). Francis bids
us make the prophet Micah’s words
our own: “God . . . who does not
persist in anger forever, but delights
rather in clemency. You will cast into
the depths of the sea all our
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sins” (Micah 7:18, 19). Having
First Sunday of Lent
experienced God’s mercy ourselves in
the unconditional forgiveness of our
On Ash Wednesday Pope Francis
sins, how eager we should be to invite
commissioned “Missionaries of
others to know the peace of God’s
Mercy,” priest-confessors sent forth
boundless mercy; perhaps even to
worldwide as “living signs of the
Father’s readiness to welcome those in experience, through our reaching out
in gentle kindness and compassionate
search of [God’s] pardon.” In a way,
though, Pope Francis challenges all of care, something of God’s
unconditional love for them.
us to become “missionaries of
mercy” (Misericordiae Vultus, 18) by
—Peter Scagnelli, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.
living Lent in this Jubilee Year of
Papal quotes Copyright © 2015, Libreria Editrice Vaticana. Used with
Mercy “more intensely as a privileged permission.
First Sunday of Lent
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ADS
CHURCH NAME AND ADDRESS
St. Justin Church #488800
2655 Homestead Road
Santa Clara, CA 95051
TELEPHONE
408 296-1193
CONTACT PERSON
Laura Ortiz
EMAIL: lortiz@dsj.org
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SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
Gerald and Irene Taylor
February 14, 1971
Celebrate
St. Patrick’s Day
with the
Stablemates
Tuesday, March 1
Join the Stablemates for their
Annual Corned Beef and
Cabbage Dinner.
Doors Open at 6:00 p.m.
Dinner at 7:00 p.m.
Limited Seating
Irish Entertainment!
$20.00 per Person
For tickets please stop by the
Parish Ministry Center!
Lenten Stations
of the Cross
Every Friday of Lent, in Church,
7:00 p.m.
Parish Lenten Reconciliation
Service
NEW RECONCILIATION
OPPORTUNITIES DURING LENT
The Diocese of San Jose is
launching an evangelization campaign
this Lent called “The Light is On for
You.” All the Catholic Churches in the
County of Santa Clara will be open on
Wednesdays 6-8 p.m. for the Sacrament
of Reconciliation. “The Light is On for
You” is part of our effort to reach out to
Catholics who have been away from the
Church. Consider inviting your friends
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and family to this sacrament of
healing. Consider the
sacrament for yourself.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17TH
THROUGH WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23RD
6:00 TO 8:00 P.M.
PARISH MINISTRY CENTER
ADORATION CHAPEL
Please give some prayerful thought to this
opportunity. You are welcome on any of these
Wednesday evenings. No appointment needed.
Confession also offered in the Church as regularly
scheduled: SATURDAYS 3:30 P.M. –4:15 P.M.
First Sunday of Lent
Wednesday, March 9
6:00 p.m.
Church
Novena to Our Lady
of Perpetual Help
Wednesdays,
7:00 p.m.
Bible Study: Parish Ministry
Center
Fridays, 11:00 a.m.
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