ST. JOSEPH BASILICA E-NEWS 
February 21, 2019

St. Joseph Celebrations

March 10 - 18: Novena to St. Joseph

7:00pm
(except Sundays, novena prayer in all Masses)
  • Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
  • Gospel
  • Reflection (3-minute reflection by a parishioner)
  • Novena to St. Joseph & Litany
  • Silent Adoration
7:45pm  -  Benediction & Divine Praises


March 17, St. Joseph Family Day

11:30am - 

Mass & Presentation of the St.Joseph-St.Damien Award

  Blessing of all Volunteers at all Masses 
12:30pm - 

Reception at Notre Dame Hall - International Food Faire

 

March 19, Feast of St. Joseph

8:00am - Mass & Blessing of Bread
8:45am - Refreshment at the Gathering Space

Suggested reading for the Lenten Season
Lent starts with Ash Wednesday on March 6. For your spiritual enrichment, a book titled "Meet Your Spiritual Father: A Brief Introduction to St. Joseph", is available this weekend after all Masses or in the Parish Office.  Suggested donation of $5 (minimum) each book.  Proceeds will benefit the work of the Pastoral Care Ministry.

Young Families Carnival Potluck Feb 23


Families with young children - Carnival potluck brunch this Saturday at St. Barnabas Church (Fr. Selhorst Hall) at 1400 Sixth Street, 10am to noon.  Sponsored by the Young Families Ministry of Alameda.  
Funeral Mass: Carlos Vadillo RIP
Saturday, February 23, 2:30pm, St. Joseph Basilica

Recent letter from Bishop Michael Barber on priest, deacons and religious brothers credibly accused of sexual abuse of a minor. Read here


Serving Those with Special Needs  - Special Mass on March 3

Many in our community have special needs due to developmental delays or disabilities, which can make them feel different or isolated.  Our Special Needs Inclusion Ministry works to ensure they experience welcome, support and spiritual nourishment within our faith community.  For that purpose, a 
Special Mass for Special Needs  will be offered on Sunday March 3rd at 3:00pm, here at St. Joseph Basilica.  All are welcome to attend a Sunday Mass that has been adapted to meet the special needs of those with developmental disabilities, and encourage their active participation.  It will be followed by a reception in Notre Dame Hall for families to network and share resources.   Flyer available  here


Sunday Readings:    
Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time  here

Stewardship

Parish Collection: February 16/17
Weekly Goal: $13,500
Cash/ check : $8,368
Faith Direct: $3,151
Total Giving: $11,519

Thank you for all who helped us reach our goal last week! 
Unfortunately, we're still $1,981 under goal month to date. Please help the Parish to meet the goal. 


School News

St. Joseph Notre Dame High School 
Flight Plan weekly newsletter will be back next week.
 
St. Joseph Elementary School
Weekly newsletter here

Congratulations to our Elementary School students at the recent Diocesean Science Fair where one of our students, Dane Grunt(the one in red shirt) placed first, two who placed second and two who placed third.
Keep up the good work!  Link to picture here

Boogie Night! Support our fundraiser on March 30. Link here.


Upcoming Events

Feb 23: Young Families Potluck Brunch at St.Barnabas
Mar 3: Burning of Palms 
Mar 3: Special Mass for Special Needs
Mar 6: Ash Wednesday
Mar 7: Lenten Soup Meal begins (every Thursday in Lent)
Mar 8: Stations of the Cross begins (every Friday in Lent)
Mar 9: New Parishioners Breakfast
Mar 10-18: Novena to St. Joseph
Mar 14: St. Patrick's Day Celebration hosted by Knights of Columbus
Mar 16: Mission Dolores Tour for Young Families and Young Adults
Mar 17: St. Joseph Family Day.  St. Joseph-St. Damien Awards presented at 11:30 Mass; reception follows

Details and more events  here

Catholic Young Adults Group weekly newsletter available  here .
Young Families monthly newsletter available here.

View last week's bulletin  here 


Basilica Hours

As Catholics, we are fortunate to be able to spend time in church throughout the week and not just during Mass and scheduled services.  However, for safety purposes the Basilica cannot be left open at all hours.  So when can you make a visit?  
The door next to the Gathering Space is generally unlocked from 6:30am to 6:00pm Monday through Saturday, and on Sundays from 6:30am to 1:00pm and again from 5:00 to 8:00pm.  
Of course, the Basilica is open later on nights when we have special events, such as Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, prayer services or choir rehearsals.
So stop by to visit Jesus in quiet prayer when you have a chance.  

Tickler File

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Interested in becoming Catholic and/or preparing for sacraments? The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adult (RCIA) is available year-round.  Click here for information.

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