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ST. JOSEPH
BASILICA
1109 Chestnut Street
Alameda, CA 94501
January 17, 2016
Second Sunday
In Ordinary Time
MASS TIMES
Monday through Saturday
8:00am
Saturday Vigil Mass
5:00pm
Sundays
7:30am * 9:30am * 11:30am
7:00pm
Sacrament of Penance
Saturday, 3:30 to 4:30pm
DEVOTIONS
Rosary Mon.- Sat., 7:30am
First Friday Adoration
after the 8:00am Mass
with Vespers at 5:30pm
followed by Benediction
Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Wednesday after
8:00am Mass
Rev. George Alengadan, Pastor………510-995-9421
galengadan@sjbalameda.org
PARISH OFFICE HOURS
9:00am to 4:30pm
Monday through Friday
Office closed for lunch
Noon to 1:00pm
Rev. Thi Van Hoang, Associate Pastor……510-995-9475
tvanhoang@sjbalameda.org
Volunteer coverage
Mon. & Tues. 4:30 to 7:00pm
Sat. & Sun.
8:30am to 1:00pm
Parish Office phone: 510-522-0181
Parish Office fax: 510-522-2864
Parish Office email: parish@sjbalameda.org
Facebook.com/sjbalameda
Website: www.sjbalameda.org
Mary Kovalitsky, Office Manager & Bulletin Editor
510-995-9420……mkovalitsky@sjbalameda.org
OUR MISSION: TO LIVE AS JESUS TEACHES
Brothers and sisters in Christ,
Today is the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time. The readings of this Sunday are so rich,
beautiful and symbolic. They depict the theme of the wedding between heaven and earth,
between God and humanity. In the first reading, the prophet Isaiah says the Builder will
marry his people. The God of the universe will share his life, his being with his people and make them his spouse. The
Gospel tells us Jesus, his mother Mary and his disciples are invited to a wedding banquet. In middle of the celebration,
the host ran out of wine and Jesus helped them change water into wine so that they might continue the celebration.
There are some lessons we can draw from this story. First of all, we notice the names of the bride and groom are not
mentioned. They are usually the main characters at a wedding and stand out, but we don’t even see them. By doing this,
the evangelist depicts Jesus as a groom, a main character who comes to make his first proposal to the people of Cana to
make them his spouse. God comes to meet his people at a wedding feast, which is to say that God wants us to have joy in
our lives. However, sometimes in our lives we “run out of wine” because of our sins and failures. We go through life
feeling washed up, disappointed, depressed. Our lives seem tasteless like water. In those moments, let’s not forget Jesus’
power of changing water into wine to bring us back to whom we are created for: Joy.
Yes, Our Lord wants to come to us today and change water into wine in our lives, and to transform each of us into a new
and better person. What then is our response – Are we the one who would prefer to remain as water and be satisfied as
the old self? Or do we listen to Mary, the mother of Jesus and our mother who exhorts us - “Do whatever he tells you,”
and allow Jesus to change water into wine in our life and to transform us into a newness of life? The choice is ours. And
this is the Good News of today!
Have a grace filled week with joy,
Fr. Thi Hoang
REDISCOVER AND SHARE GOD’S BOUNDLESS MERCY – JANUARY 24
Catechists, parents, and anyone who shares their faith with others are invited to Notre Dame Hall (SJND High School
cafeteria) next Sunday for an afternoon to inspire and challenge you, and to enrich how you teach your children, your
students, or others. Engage with Christ in new ways, and learn how to be channels of God’s mercy in this Jubilee of
Mercy. Hospitality at noon followed by presentation by Patti Collyer 12:30 to 2:00pm. RSVP requested to Anne Marie
at afourre@sjbalameda.org or 995-9409. Offered by and for the Alameda Deanery. Patti Collyer is the Coordinator of
Faith Formation for Children and Youth for the Diocese of Oakland, and gives frequent workshops on a wide variety of
topics.
LENT IS FAST APPROACHING. ARE YOU READY?
ASH WEDNESDAY, February 10, 2016 Masses with ash distribution: 6:30am.,
8:00am, Noon, 5:00pm, and 7:00pm
Bring your last year’s palms from Palm Sunday to the Basilica between January 30 and
February 7, and join us on Tuesday, Feb. 9 at 7:00pm for our palm burning ceremony and prayer service.
SAVE THE DATE!
JUBILEE OF MERCY MISSION ON MARCH 7, 8 & 9. Deanery Lenten Mission mornings or evenings
at St. Joseph Basilica at 9:00am and repeated at 7:00pm.
PARISHIONERS! Join us for the 12th Annual
Walk for Life West Coast Saturday Jan. 23
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Meet at Gathering Space at 10:30 am and carpool to Fruitvale
BART station
Get off at Civic Center BART station (Hyde St exit); walk up
Grove St then Larkin St
Meet at Playground / Right side as you face city hall / near
toilets / Larkin & McAllister
Main event starts at Civic Center Plaza, San
Francisco 12:30 pm
At end of walk:
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Meet at red & yellow ‘Muni streetcar’ flower stand / Market & Spear / Embarcadero BART station entrance
Contact Dan Lydon, 510-205-2480 OR Felix Marquez,
510-207-5094 for more information
The goal of Walk for Life is to be a vocal and visual message that states the people of the West Coast stand
for life while informing and educating society of the harm abortion can cause in an attempt to change the
perceptions of those who believe abortion is an answer.
The Silent No More Awareness Campaign will meet at 10:45 in the Civic Center Plaza, San Francisco. George
Forney will lead the campaign.
The Info Faire will take place in the Civic Center Plaza from 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
IMPORTANT UPCOMING EVENTS
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HEALING MASSES with the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick on the Feast Day of our Lady of
Lourdes, February 11 at 11:00am and 7:00pm in the Basilica.
WE EXCEEDED OUR GOAL
By $468.75!
YOUR GENEROSITY IS MUCH
APPRECIATED!
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130TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION- Join the
celebration of the dedication of our parish on March 19 (Feast
of St. Joseph) with Mass at 11am, followed by International
Potluck and festivities. To volunteer with entertainment,
sponsorship, organization, etc. plan to attend the upcoming
meeting on Tuesday Jan. 19 at 7:00pm in the Parish Center.
For more info please contact Julie at 995-9411
or jpond@sjbalameda.org
COLLECTION FOR
JANUARY 9/10 , 2016
Weekly Budgeted Goal
$13,000.00
Plate Collection
$12,051.00
EFT Collection
$1,417.75
Total Parish Collection
Excess
$13,468.75
$468.75
GREETINGS FROM KERALA, INDIA!
The first few days of my vacation I spent with my older brother, Joseph, who is recuperating well after his open heart surgery. Thanks you very much for your prayers. In the past
few days I have been traveling to different places. I visited the Salesian seminary in
Bangalore. It is comforting to see that there are currently about 200 seminarians. While
the West has a shortage of vocations in Asia and Africa, God is blessing the church with
vocations. I believe in the Holy Spirit! Besides the Seminary, I also visited five other
Salesian institutes which do amazing pastoral ministry in schools and parishes for the
poor, including street children. The size of the schools on average is 2000 students. My
visit to theses places has confirmed for me that the best kept secret is the whole world is the great work Catholics do in
hospitals, schools and orphanages for the poor and the less fortunate.
I also participated in the silver jubilee of priesthood of Fr. Paulson who is the
pastor of Christ the King parish, Pleasant Hill. Twenty-seven people, including
two priests, had come from the Bay Area for the occasion and also to visit
India. I was also the silver jubilee of his brother priest, Fr. Santhosh who is a
principal of a big school in India.
I also participated in the parish festival in my home town on the occasion of
Epiphany. It is a three day celebration with Solemn Masses a colorful procession through the city, fireworks, family gatherings, decorations and illuminations. The Parish feast is bigger than Christmas externally. It is also a time for renewal in faith and family relationship.
Stay tuned for more news. In the meantime please be assured of my prayers and fraternal remembrance for you.
Fr. George
How can we show others the mercy of God? We say that God is
compassionate, but we ignore the poor. We say that God loves us and has
mercy on us, but we hold grudges against our friends. Our actions need to
authentically reflect God's mercy. Click below to explore the different ways
that you can live out that mercy every day!
The Corporal Works of Mercy
The Corporal Works of Mercy are found in the teachings of Jesus and give us a model for how we should treat all others,
as if they were Christ in disguise. They "are charitable actions by which we help our neighbors in their bodily
needs" (USCCA). They respond to the basic needs of humanity as we journey together through this life. The Corporal
Works and some suggestions are listed below.
FEED THE HUNGRY—Sign up to help serve meals at our local St. Vincent de Paul dining room in Oakland.
GIVE DRINK TO THE THIRSTY—bring some bottled water or juice boxes to church and deposit them in the food bins
for the needy.
SHELTER THE HOMELSS — donate blankets to our local shelter or if you can crochet or knit make a blanket for
someone.
VISIT THE SICK— if someone in your family is ill go and visit them or just stop by one of our local senior homes to
brighten up someone’s day. I used to bring my doggie to the Alameda Care Center and everyone just loved to talk or
give my doggie a pet. We brightened up the day for several patients who were shut in. You can also donate blood to
save lives.
VISIT THE PRISIONERS—this may be a hard one but you can at least pray for those who are in prison
BURY THE DEAD—make sure you have a funeral Mass for your family members or visit a local cemetery and pray for
your dearly departed.
GIVE ALMS TO THE POOR—Our annual Rice Bowl collection is fast approaching and you can give alms by filling up
your Rice Bowl.
For more info on the Year of Mercy and how you can get involved visit: www.usccb.org
SPECIAL EVENTS AT UPCOMING MASSES
Like to know what to expect at weekend Masses? Mark your calendars for the following:
January 31, 9:30am: Catholic Schools Week begins (St Joseph Elementary School present in full force)
February 7, 9:30am: Family Mass & Scout Sunday (Children take an active role in Mass, including helping with
readings)
Can you use a little peace this week? Taizé is an ecumenical, candlelit service of prayer
in simple chant, Scripture readings, silent worship and veneration of the Cross, offered as a witness to
peace and reconciliation, for which we gather each month. Join us Friday, January 22, 2016 at St. Joseph
Basilica, at 8:00 P.M. Visit us on www.facebook.com/TaizeOnTheIsland and www.taizeontheisland.co.cc
CATHOLIC UNDERGROUND, Saturday, January 23, 7:00 pm
St. Philip Neri Parish, 3108 Van Buren St., Alameda
The next Catholic Underground will take place at St. Philip Neri Parish on Saturday, January 23 at 7:00 pm.
Catholic Underground is a two part event for young adults in the Bay Area. The first part of the evening
consists of Eucharistic Adoration, and the second part showcases different Catholic artists. During the next
Catholic Underground, the featured artist will be Alanna Boudreau, an American singer-songwriter. Contact
Steven Lewis 510-267-8394 slewis@oakdiocese.org
Oakdiocese.org/CUBayArea
WHAT IS 9 DAYS FOR LIFE?
1.
PRAY the novena from Saturday, January 16 - Sunday, January 24, 2016.
2.
GATHER together in prayer and action with others.
SHARE your experience online.
http://www.usccb.org/about/pro-life-activities/january-roe-events/how-can-i-participate-in-9-days-for-life.cfm
3.
NEW PARISHIONER BREAKFAST ON FEBRUARY 6,
9:00AM IN THE RECTORY DINING ROOM. If you have
joined the parish in the past three months please join your
pastor, staff members and also some parish volunteers for
a meet and greet. Light refreshments provided.
Call Mary, 510-995-9420 or email mkovalitsky@sjbalameda.org to R.S.V.P.
CELEBRATING THE SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE
Some couples may have chosen
not to marry “in the Church” because of families issues or timing or concerns about cost or other
reasons, and now hesitate to have their marriage convalidated (sacramentally recognized by the
Church) because of similar worries about cost or time. Worry no more! Join Fr. George and Fr.
Thi with presenters Jack and Mary Sullivan on Saturday March 5, 9am to 3pm in Notre Dame
Hall for a Convalidation Preparation (Retreat & Paperwork), and a Convalidation Mass at
11am on Saturday June 18. For the preparation day, please bring a recent copy of your baptism certificate
(issued within 6 months of the date of your scheduled convalidation) and a copy of your First Communion and
Confirmation certificates if available. Each person should have one witness (preferably a family member)
who knows you well. The witness can come anytime between noon at 3pm that day for a brief interview and to
fill out some paperwork. If an annulment is needed (either of you has a prior marriage), that must be
addressed first; please contact Fr George at 510-333-1029 or Fr Thi at 995-9475. RSVP requested to Parish
Office or afourre@sjbalameda.org.
MASS INTENTIONS
Saturday, January 16
8:00 a.m. Hank Hilp †
5:00 p.m. Peggy Heymes †
Sunday, January 17
7:30 a.m. Antonio Estrada †
9:30 a.m. Le Thi Huong †
11:30 a.m. John the Baptist Giang Do †
7:00 p.m. Joseph Lo Paro Jr. †
Monday, January 18
8:00 a.m. Jacquie Lydon
Tuesday, January 19
8:00 a.m. Margaret Souza
Wednesday, January 20
8:00 a.m. James Calvin Shirriel † death anniversary
Amelia Pana † 40th day death anniversary
OUR PARISH OFFICE WILL BE
CLOSED ON MONDAY,
JANUARY 18 TO OBSERVE
DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.
“The ultimate measure of a man is not
where he stands in moments of comfort
and convenience, but where he stands at
times of challenge and controversy.”
“In the end, we will remember not the words of our
enemies, but the silence of our friends.”
Today we especially remember these words of Dr. Martin
Luther King Jr. to go out and make a difference in our
world.
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Photo below is of St Thomas Cathedral, Fr. George’s
home parish where he was baptized.
Thursday, January 21
8:00 a.m. Maureen Davis
Friday, January 22
8:00 a.m. Thomas Santos
Saturday, January 23
8:00 a.m. Anthony Foglia
5:00 p.m. Maria Elena Martin
Sunday, January 24
7:30 a.m. Emily Carmel †
9:30 a.m. Fotunato & Patricia Zamora † death anniv.
11:30 a.m. Tony Medina
7:00 p.m. George Eng †
Let us remember...All those who have died,
especially Dr. Arthur Lipow.
"The staff and board of
the Oakland Catholic
Worker would like to
thank the organizers and
parishioners of the
Catholic Community of
Pleasanton, St. Joseph's
Basilica and St. Lawrence
O'Toole parishes for their thoughtfulness and generosity in
providing gifts and support for our annual Christmas gift
distribution project. Your many kindnesses provided joy to
the 95 families who received
gifts through you this Christmas. May the joy of the incarnated Christ remain with
you, your families and parishes throughout the holiday
season and in the year ahead."
PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR SICK:
Jennifer Lizardo, Doreen McAfee, Chris Davis, Roger Silva,
Alma Flores, Ernesto Sanchez, Jennifer Manchester, Carrida
Ward, Dianne Nobriega, Louise Predovic, Jake Paradiang, Fred
Davis, Herb Robles, Katherine Gallardo, Jovita Giron,
Dr. Benjamin Reyes, Ramon Tirona, Fr. Jim Sloan, Patricia
Glynn, Gail Crichton, Lily Hansen, Sherry Crevani, Gina S.
Corral, Baby Leo, Charles H. Thomas, Jim Lynch, Joey
Camacho, Iong & Fong Che, Mr/Mrs. James West, Patricia
Becker, Alejandro Elopre, Robert Santos, Billy Caver, Juner
Valencia, Florence Anne Cordray, Juana Valenzuela, Rachel
Sutherland, Carlie Bell, L. Corral, Blanca Herzog, Juanita
Estrellas, Tom Hall, Jim Langowski, Ofelia Osalbo, Christopher
Herrera, Jean Tuneski, Nimfa Banzuelo, Richard Avila, Robert
Torres, Amelia Miguel, Juanita Estrellas, Edis Rodriguez, Anna
Cheung, Kirk Miller, Vincent Gueverra, Maria C. Sanchez,
Lucy Ramirez, Fred & Jo Leitz, Nico Stavrianopoluos, Vicky
Rosen.
For prayer requests, please call the Parish Office, 522-0181
Please let the office know when you want your name
removed from the list. Thank you.
ST. JOSEPH BASILICA
1109 CHESTNUT STREET
PHONE: 510-522-0181 — FAX: 510-522-2864
Email: parish@sjbalameda.org
website: www.sjbalameda.org
SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE
PARISH STAFF
Preparation for registered, active parishioners
should begin at least six months in advance of
the proposed wedding date. Please contact
Fr. George, 995-9421 or
Mary Kovalitsky at 995-9420.
Anne Marie Fourre, Director of Faith Formation
995-9409………………….afourre@sjbalameda.org
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Please stop by the Parish office or check our
website under “Sacraments” for information,
schedule and registration form
for infant baptism (6 or younger)
or contact Mary, 995-9420.
Julie Pond, Coordinator Finances, Facilities/Events
995-9411 ………………..jpond@sjbalameda.org
David Howitt, Music Director
995-9403………………....dhowitt@sjbalameda.org
Michael Chinnavaso, 7 PM Music Coordinator
522-0181………………..mchinnavaso@gmail.com
St. Vincent de Paul………………24-hour hot-line
995-9471
ARE YOU NEW TO OUR PARISH?
St. Joseph’s is an active and diverse parish.
If you are new, please fill out a
registration form at the
Parish Office, in the church’s vestibule or
online at www.sjbalameda.org
PLEASE SUBMIT BULLETIN INFORMATION
TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO THE EVENT
ST. JOSEPH MINISTRIES
Newcomers are welcome to join
Monday, 7:00-9:00pm
Wednesday, 7:30-9pm
Tuesday, 10:00-11:30am
Thursday, 10:00-11:30am
1st Monday, 6:45-8:00pm
Thursday, 4:00-5:00pm
1st Wednesday, 7pm
3rd Monday, 7:30-9:30pm
2nd Thursday, 7-8:30pm
Wed.,8:30-10:00am
Sat., 8:30-10:30am
Sister Kim Nguyen, Youth Ministry Coordinator
995-9574………………..knguyen@sjbalameda.org
Melissa De Boer, Wedding Coordinator
418-1042 …………….. mdeboer@sjbalameda.org
For adults or children over age 6
please contact Anne Marie, 995-9409.
All God’s Children
Charismatic Prayer Group
Basilica Choir rehearsal
Bible Study
Bible Study
Boy Scouts
Children’s Choir
Girl Scouts
Grief Support
Knights of Columbus
Legion of Mary
Legion of Mary
Eric Bertelsen, Liturgy Coordinator
995-9404…..…………ebertelsen@sjbalameda.org
COMMUNITY STAFF
Milt Werner, Interim Principal of SJND High School
523-1526 ..................... ……..mwerner@sjnd.org
Marilyn Marchi, Principal of SJES
522-4456 .............................. mmarchi@csdo.org
Matthew Murray, Campus Life Minister………
...995-9444……………………...mmurray@sjnd.org
Pastoral Care Team
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SJR
RDR
SJR
BAS
SJR
DR
SJR
RR
RR
Rite of Christian Initiation
/ Inquiry
Scripture Reflection
St. Vincent DePaul Society
Taize Prayer Service
Young Ladies Institute
7pm Spirit Ensemble
rehearsal
1st Sat. , 8:45-9:30am
SJND Classroom #106
Wed. 7:30-9:00pm
Tuesday, 7 to 8:30pm
4th Thursday 7:00-7:30pm
4th Friday, 8:00-9pm
2nd/4th Mon., 7:00-8:30pm
Thursday, 7:30-9:00pm
SJH
SJR
SJR
BAS
SJR
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BAS/ Basilica SJR/ St. Joseph Room (in Parish Center)
DR/ Damien Rm. (in Parish Center) RR/Reconciliation Room
RDR/ Rectory Dining Room SJH/San Jose Hall
BULLETIN NUMBER
421600
CHURCH NAME AND ADDRESS
St. Joseph Basilica
1109 Chestnut Street
Alameda, CA 94501
TELEPHONE: 510-995-9420
CONTACT PERSON: Mary Kovalitsky
EMAIL: mkovalitsky@sjbalameda.org
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