Weekly eBulletin - August 2, 2020
Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Greetings!

It has been a month since I transitioned to Holy Spirit, and it has been a grace-filled month. I am in awe of your graciousness and the warm welcome I received from all of you.  Read more...

Please join us live at 9:30am for Sunday Mass. I look for to celebrating Mass virtually with you this weekend or meeting you at one of our outdoor Masses.

God Bless,

Fr. Ritche
REVISED MASS SCHEDULES
Please join us for Masses and  remember to wear your name tag so Fr. Ritche can get to know you!

  • Daily Mass will now be at 8:30am via Livestream and we will have room for 10 people under the portico.

  • Weekend Masses: will be outdoors in the school courtyard and we will have room for 60 people. We will continue to live-stream the Sunday 9:30am Mass.
  • Saturday 5:00pm
  • Sunday 8:00am, 11:30am and 6:00pm
Sacrament of Eucharist (Part 2)
The presence of Christ by the power of His word and the Holy Spirit. "Christ Jesus, who died, who was raised from the dead, who is at the right hand of God, who indeed intercedes for us" Read more...
GIVE US THIS DAY BOOKS
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Your answers will be very helpful in deciding how to proceed. Thank you!
SACRAMENTS
Sacrament of Baptism 
will be celebrated every first and third Saturday of the month at 10:30am and 11:30am. Baptismal Preparation Classes are meeting via Zoom.
Please contact Father Edgar at edgar.elamparo@DSJ.org or (408) 997-5107
Sacrament of Confirmation
Updates for the current Year 2 Candidates
We are pleased to announce that we can move forward with the Sacramental Celebration. Confirmation Masses are now available to reserve. The Mass is strictly for the candidate, sponsors, and family. Message Row for details and for the sign-up link - row.david@dsj.org
Registrations for 2020-2021
Preparation and formation for the Sacrament of Confirmation here at Holy Spirit is a two-year process for Middle School Youth starting as early as 7th grade and a
one-year process for High School Youth. Registrations will open next weekend!

PASTORAL CARE
Connecting from a Distance
Physical distancing can change how we regularly interact with others, even people you care about greatly. Safe interaction is essential for everyone to lessen the impact of the COVID-19 virus. However, there are many ways you can build a feeling of connection, even if you can’t see people in person or go places you normally would. Read more...
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Prayers, Intercessions & Intentions
Prayer keeps us connected to the Lord and to one another. 
During the pandemic, if you or someone you know is in need of prayers, please use our new online form to let us know how we can offer support.  Click here     
YOUTH MINISTRY
Voices of Hope – Youth Town Hall Meeting
Friday, August 7 th at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
The Diocese is hosting a virtual Town Hall meeting to allow youth from across our area to express the things that are going on in their lives with regards to our current situation. Bishop Cantú will also be on to issue a statement and messages of hope. All high school youth are welcome. RSVP Here
Youth Ministry Summer Speaker Series
Our next session will be on Sunday, August 9th , featuring Katie Garvey. Katie is a travel nurse and in the past months, has been stationed across our nation assisting COVID-19 patients. This is one not to miss! Contact Row for Zoom meeting details at row.david@dsj.org
SOCIAL MINISTRIES
Pack a Back Needs Volunteers
Thank you to everyone who has contributed to Pack a Back. We had an amazing amount of support from you! We still have slots available for volunteer shifts at Sacred Heart. We especially need volunteers 15 and older to help distribute backpacks to families who need them. Read more...
FAITH FORMATION
In the Name of the Father...
Making the sign of the cross is a gesture that says, in shorthand, that a person is a Catholic. It appears as an icon in popular culture, and as a gesture it is scattered throughout film history. Read more...
BULLETIN BOARD
COMPLETE THE 2020 CENSUS BY AUGUST 11
PLEASE PARTICIPATE & BE COUNTED!
It is EASY : You can respond online, by phone, or by mail. Help and questionnaires are available in many different languages.
It is SAFE : All responses are confidential, and by law, they cannot be shared in a way that identifies a person or a household. Questions about immigration status will NOT be asked.
It is IMPORTANT : Every adult, child and baby living in the United States must be counted, regardless of their age, race, or citizenship status. The final population count will determine how billions of dollars are distributed in our community for schools, healthcare, housing, transportation and more. An accurate count will ensure a fair distribution.
Rosary and Faith Talk
Friday, August 14, 2020 at 11:30am-1:00pm
with Fr. Paul McDonnell O.S.J. will lead us in a rosary for the unborn and give a reflection on "St. Joseph, the Patron Saint for the Unborn". RSVP Here
QUESTION OF THE WEEK
 When have you doubted God’s loving care for you?
Holy Spirit Parish
1200 Redmond Avenue
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 997-5101