Weekly eBulletin - January 31st, 2021
Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
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Greetings!
The up-coming season of Lent is a time for us to intensify our prayer life, fast from what inhibits us from growing in our friendship with Jesus and with one another, and giving alms which is doing acts of charity for those in need.
Like last year, observance of the Lenten season is being modified because of the pandemic. There will be changes in our celebration of Ash Wednesday, which will be discussed in a 4-minute of catechesis in our Masses next weekend. Chances are Holy Week will also be celebrated in a nuanced way. Despite the adjustments, the three pillars of Lent remain the same Prayer, Fasting and Almsgiving. Read more...
God Bless,
Fr. Ritche
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Give Us This Day
The Give Us This Day books for February are on the bookcase in front of the church. Please practice all social distance protocols when picking them up.
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ADA-JOURNEYING TOGETHER IN HOPE |
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The programs and ministries supported by the Annual Diocesan Appeal are for the needs of those in the Diocese of San Jose. 100% of the funds collected over a parish’s goal are returned to the parish. For more information on the work of the Diocese, or to make a gift online, click here.
To donate via text, text ADA to 408-317-0990.
To date, thanks to your generosity, we have $44,989 in pledges. Thank you!
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Saturday
Mass Times: 3:00 pm (new time) and 5:00 pm (livestreamed)
Confession: 4:00pm-4:45pm
Sunday
9:30am (livestreamed) and 11:30am
Please don't forget to bundle up for Mass. It can be cold outside.
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The Feast of the Presentation of the Lord
According to the Law of Moses (Exodus 13:2), every firstborn shall be consecrated to God; those who opens the womb of a mother belongs to God. This was the reference in the Old Testament on why Mary and Joseph took child Jesus up to Jerusalem to present Him to God, 40 days after His birth. Read more...
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Save the date:
The annual Golf Tournament will be on Monday May 17, 2021 at Boulder Ridge Golf Club. For more information contact Sarah Shah at sarah.ranae@gmail.com
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Please pray for the Candidates coming into full Communion by celebrating their First Communion and Confirmation on February 7th at 11:30 Mass
- Danny Alman
- David Najarro
- Julie Rahan
- Sarah Shah
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New Mental Health Ministry:
Faith can play a major role in recovery for individuals with mental health challenges; and participation in the life of a chosen congregation provides a strong tie to everyday community life, as it does for all of us. Join the NEW Mental Health Ministry team at Holy Spirit to help educate the community, reduce stigma and create a safe place for all. Contact Fr. Ritche, Fr. Edgar or Leah Harris, Director of Pastoral Care, at 408-997-5110 or leah.harris@dsj.org.
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Angst
We are thrilled to be able to offer a free screening of the documentary film, Angst, followed by a live moderated discussion panel with mental health professionals. Angst is a film that explores anxiety, its causes, effects and what we can do about it. Please register today and we will see you online on Monday, February 8.
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3sixty High School Ministry
Our next 3sixty is on Sunday, February 14th at 7:00pn on Zoom. Join us for a special evening with a theme suited for the date!
Edge Middle School Ministry
The next Edge session will be on Wednesday, February 10th at 7:00pm. All middle school youth are welcome to join us as we begin to prepare for the Lenten season.
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Sacred Heart Community Service is looking for volunteers
Volunteers will be filling boxes with food items for weekly distribution. Sacred Heart is limiting the number of people on site. Volunteers need to be at least 9 years old and volunteers between the ages of 9-14 must be accompanied by an adult.
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New Holy Spirit Sandwich Ministry
Do you want to serve those in need but are concerned about COVID-19? Make sandwiches in the safety of your own home, which will be distributed to those experiencing food insecurity. Join the new HS Sandwich ministry click here.
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A big THANK YOU to our community for your generosity to the Sacred Heart Gift Card program. With your donations & the school’s coin collection, we were able to provide Sacred Heart with $7991.39.
Sacred Heart is grateful for the ongoing support we have given them. Holy Spirit made the season a brighter one for many families in need.
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It's "O" Week in PreK! That means there is an Octopus in the classroom! Applications for the 2021-2022 school year are now available online if you'd like to join us in PreK next year. Learn more...
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Opening Mass for the 40th Anniversary of the Diocese of San José Jubilee Celebration:
On January 27, 1981, a papal decree was issued establishing the Diocese of San Jose. Please join us virtually for the Opening Mass marking the beginning of our year-long 40th Anniversary celebration, which will be livestreamed on our Facebook page on January 30, 2021 at 11 a.m. Bishop Cantú will be presiding. Monsignor Michael Mitchell will be the homilist.
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Holy Spirit Parish
1200 Redmond Avenue
San Jose, CA 95120
(408) 997-5101
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