PARISH e-NEWS & UPDATES - January 3, 2021
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LIVE THE LITURGY : Inspiration for the Week
Even the slightest flicker of a light helps to properly orient us when we find ourselves in total darkness. Being in darkness can be unsettling and even a bit unnerving. We lose our focus and struggle to find our bearings and achieve balance. On life’s journey we may think we are walking in the light but are really lingering in darkness. We do not see the full picture, either because we are distracted, disinterested, or even apprehensive. Sometimes, we even choose to close our eyes when the light is readily available to illuminate our path. Do we really desire to know the truth of who we are? In Jesus Christ, a light has been given to those who dwell in darkness. God’s revelation gives us the light to see where we come from, who we are and where we are going. It also tells us that this Good News is not meant for just a privileged few but is intended to go out to all the world. Is this something we want to see?.
(The Epiphany of the Lord
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MASS SCHEDULE AT ST. JULIE BILLIART PARISH |
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SUNDAY MASS - DRIVE-IN
10:00 am - English | 11:30 am - Spanish
SUNDAY MASS
LIVESTREAM / ZOOM
January 3 ONLY
9:00 am - English | 1:00 pm Spanish
DAILY MASS
LIVESTREAM / ZOOM
Rosary before Mass - 9:00 am
Mon - Friday - 9:30 am
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or DIAL BY PHONE
+1 669 900 6833 or +1 669 219 2599
Meeting ID: 4152738903
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Message of Pope Francis for the celebration of the
54th WORLD DAY OF PEACE
1 JANUARY 2021
A CULTURE OF CARE AS A PATH TO PEACE
Read the full message
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New Year Message from
Fr. Angelo David
The year 2020 has been a very overwhelming year for all of us! There have been a lot of challenges and trials that we have had to go through especially because of the pandemic. Even as we speak, we are still battling the effects of this pandemic. However, with the introduction of the vaccines, we are looking forward to the new year with renewed hope and courage!
Read the full message in:
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POPE FRANCIS DECREES 2021 AS "YEAR OF ST JOSEPH" |
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Pope Francis has declared a special Year of St Joseph to mark the 150th anniversary of the proclamation of St Joseph as Patron of the Universal Church.
The Year of St Joseph will run from Tuesday, 8 December 2020, to Wednesday, 8 December 2021.
Pope Francis has also decreed a plenary indulgence for the Year of St Joseph, available to the faithful under the usual conditions, for various acts of devotion detailed in a report from Vatican News.
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STEWARDSHIP & DEVELOPMENT |
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Our parish is very grateful for the many parishioners and friends of our parish who have continued and increased their generosity over the past few months. So many of you continue to turn in your envelopes to the office or have made gifts using ONLINE GIVING.
Your generosity has allowed the parish to continue paying our employees and maintain our facilities during this historic time. Thank you to all those who have made sacrifices to make this possible.
If you are unable to make your weekly offertory gift online, please continue to mail or drop off your the envelopes at the parish office 366, Saint Julie Drive, San Jose, CA 95119.
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FOR THE SICK & HOME-BOUND
Kathy Tobin, Rosalio Russo, Donald Marsh II, José Oswaldo Soares Machado, Destiny Marie Lozano, Sid Flores, Russell G Serenka, Oscar Lozano, David Tong Nguyen, Jesus Jimenez, Jose Gonzales, Edilberto Bustamante, Martha Vasquez, Maria Guadalupe Ramirez, Dolly Grey, Ethel Soliven Timbol, Peggy Mitchell, Jose Parasseril, Aleyna Espinoza, David Petruncola, Angela Bustamante, Sharon Lyndon, Brian Johst, Emma Ordonio, Joseph Ordonio, Cal & Janie Sharp, Barbara Henry, Eugene Haberman
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PRAYERS FOR THE DECEASED
Russell Serenka, Judy Corrippo, Ole Regalo, Rita Russo, Fatima Patti De Lumen, Sister Patrice Underwood, IHM , Elisabeth Fajardo, Vito Fajardo, Herminigildo Atencion, Dominic Miranda, Chauncey Russo
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PARISH OFFICE OPEN FOR ONLINE (email) AND PHONE SUPPORT
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for past editions of our e-newsletter.
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To keep you and our Parish staff safe, the parish office remains closed for in-person support. However, we are available to assist you virtually. Please send us an email or leave a voicemail and we will respond promptly.
contact information.
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Update on the 40th Anniversary of the Diocese |
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The Jubilee Opening Mass is rescheduled for Saturday, January 30, 2021 at 11:00 am at Our Lady of Peace Parish in Santa Clara.
NEXT JUBILEE EVENTS
- Mar 19, 2021: Anniversary Mass, 7:00 pm, at Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph
- May 01, 2021: Feast of Saint Joseph the Worker, 11:00 am (details TBA)
- Aug 11, 2021: Feast of Saint Clare, 7:00 pm (details TBA)
- Nov 21, 2021: Closing Mass (details TBA).
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Men's Virtual Discernment Weekend: January 29-31, 2021
Is God calling you to the priesthood? In this retreat you will have the chance to explore the priesthood, listen to priest's vocation stories and learn about steps for discernment, values of priestly life and the structure of seminary formation during a weekend of prayer, discussions & fraternity. Click here for more information or contact vocations@dsj.org.
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Women's Virtual Discernment Weekend: February 5-7, 2021
What does it mean to have a vocation and discern it? How do you know when you are called to marriage or consecrated life? We know you have these questions and we want to help you find some answers! The Diocese of San Jose Vocations Office invites young adult women aged 18-40 to a free bilingual retreat weekend! Click here for more information or contact vocations@dsj.org.
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OFFICE OF FAMILY LIFE & SPIRITUALITY
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Marriage Prep Dates: Find the steps couples need to take before saying “I do” at the altar and many resources for engaged and married couples. For more information,
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CLASSES FOR MOTHERS OF TEENAGE AND YOUNG ADULT CHILDREN
Get tips on how to manage stress for yourself and your family. Free online Zoom classes.
Wednesdays from 6 pm - 7 pm
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CLASES PARA MADRES CON HIJOS ADOLESCENTES O JÓVENES ADULTOS
Practique técnicas para lidiar con el estrés. Clases gratis en línea (Zoom).
Jueves de 6pm a 7:30pm
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Mondays, January 11th - February 15th
7:00-8:00 PM
Facilitator: Candee Lucas, CFCS San Jose Aftercare Coordinator
ZOOM Meeting ID: 936 5020 2617
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CATHOLIC CHARITIES RESOURCES |
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DRIVE-IN CITIZENSHIP APPLICATION ASSISTANCE
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RENTAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
STATE – Governor Newsom has signed into law AB 3088 Eviction Moratorium, giving renters
extra time to pay their rent.
- Prevents landlords from evicting tenants for nonpayment of rent this year from March 4 – August 31 because they lost income due to COVID-19.
- Extends the protection to renters who
- pay at least 25% of their rent from September 1 and January 31, 2020.
- file a declaration of financial hardship due to the pandemic.
CITY OF SAN JOSE – San José residents who have lost jobs or income due to COVID-19 may
apply to the City of San Jose for financial assistance for rental payments, utilities, and housing
deposits from April 2020 through December 2020. Interested persons should apply by calling
one of the following numbers:
- For monolingual Vietnamese: (408) 757-8044 and/or (408) 757-6661
- For monolingual Spanish: (408) 757-7703 and/or (408) 757-7591.
- For all other languages and general inquiries: (408) 758-0011
Applications will be accepted through a lottery system.
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Behavioral Health Services for Children & Youth
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FOOD DISTRIBUTION VOLUNTEERS
Positions:
Registration, Loading, Traffic & Leads
In order to volunteer you must be between
the ages of 14 to 65
For information and to volunteer,
email Lynda DeManti at
SIP & SEW VOLUNTEERS (sew masks)
Twice a month join other volunteers virtually while sewing masks together to support our volunteers at food distribution sites and other public venues. This position is entirely virtual. No background checks required.
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REFERRAL VOLUNTEERS
This position is for those primarily interested in service navigation. Volunteers staff a phone hotline during hours that they pre-determine and schedule where community members can call and access quick references for help. This position can take place in person or virtually and is supported by full time staff and a tech platform that makes connecting people to services easy and fast. The position requires 2-3 hours of availability per week. Volunteers must complete a 2 hour training, pass a Livescan test and TB test. Need volunteers who can speak Spanish, Vietnamese or English.
TRANSLATORS
English/Spanish and English/Vietnamese
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For information and to volunteer,
email Lynda DeManti at
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HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION |
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