Dear Holy Spirit,

Wow, it is August! I can’t believe how time flies. In just a few weeks we will be back in “full swing.” Families are back from vacation, a new academic year begins, catechetical formation begins, we are back to our regular routine and yes, summer is quickly approaching its final weeks. Some of us might be asking where did the summer go? As they say, time flies when we are having fun. I hope that you all had or are enjoying the break.

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The Solidarity Fund for the Church in Africa

Next weekend, there will be a second collection for the Solidarity Fund for the Church in Africa. Africa faces the economic and social hurdles of enormous debt, epidemic, severe poverty, and political unrest. In spite of these challenges, the Church in Africa has almost tripled in size in the past 30 years. However, it is difficult for the church to sustain its growth and maintain essential pastoral outreach. The Fund provides grants to finance pastoral projects including outreach programs, schools, evangelization, and education of clergy and lay ministers. Our solidarity is necessary to help the “salt of the Earth” Church in Africa realize its potential as a “light of the world.”

You may make your gift online using the link provided here. Under "Fund" select "Second Offerings" then under "Sub fund" select "Pastoral Solidarity Fund - Church in Africa." Thank you for your support and generosity.

60th Anniversary BBQ

Join us as we kick off our 60th anniversary with a joint BBQ event for the church and school on Sunday, August 27th, from 1 pm to 4 pm. You can buy individual tickets for $5 per person by clicking here or at all Masses this weekend. Don't miss the exciting activities, delicious food, and fantastic live music. It's a great chance to socialize with your community and meet new people. Remember to extend the invitation to your friends and neighbors, as everyone is welcome! If you're interested in volunteering, please get in touch with Carin Santikul at carin.santikul@sbcglobal.net.

HUNGRY? An Evening of Prayer, Praise, Scripture, and Worship

Thursday, August 24, 7pm, Church

“Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will eat with them, and they with me.” -Revelation 3:20

Now that we are in Year 2 of the National Eucharistic Revival and making plans for the resumption of the Precious Blood at Holy Spirit, it is fitting that we do our part to bring us closer to the Eucharist, the source and summit of our faith, the Bread of Life, closer to Christ. Please join us for an Evening of Prayer, Praise Scripture & Worship on Thursday, August 24 at 7pm in the Church. At our Thursday Lenten Speaker Series back in March, our Holy Spirit music ministry hosted a Praise & Worship event on the theme of "Thirsty?" so now we're on the flip side and present to you a Praise & Worship night called “HUNGRY?”

Our music ministry will present music and scripture centered on the many forms of hunger we experience and encounter in our lives. Our session will touch upon our hunger for the Eucharist, for the presence of Jesus Christ. We acknowledge that hunger isn't limited to our need for food. We hunger for a deeper connection of our faith, we hunger for a stronger sense of community, we hunger for the actions necessary to make this world a better place, etc. What else do we hunger for? Healing, love, acceptance, validation, comfort, peace? What do you hunger for? Will you accept the invitation to come, sit and join us at the Table?

Help us spread the word about our P&W event to your family and friends. Come and join us! We look forward to seeing you there!

Tim Mascarinas, director of music

 Alpha is Here!

Beginning September 12^th  at 6:00pm, Holy Spirit Parish will offer the Alpha Course. Come and explore the relevance of Christianity in your life. Gather weekly with other seekers for thought-provoking and engaging presentations, an informal meal, and small group discussions. Hear and appreciate the perspectives of some of those you only know from seeing them in church or school week after week. Please register by clicking here. Alpha is for sharing, bring a friend!

Pack a Back Still Accepting Monetary Donations!

If you haven’t donated yet, now is the perfect time to do so! As Sacred Heart takes inventory of donated items, they will use monetary donations to makes bulk purchases of items still needed to ensure there is enough for every child. This year, Sacred Heart will be providing 4,000 local children in need with a backpack and a bag of grade-specific school supplies. Please help Holy Spirit meet our donation goal of $7,000. Click here to donate..

Thank you Holy Spirit for your generous support! Your investment in education today will have a long-term positive impact on breaking the cycle of poverty.

 Faith Formation Registration is Open

Don’t wait any longer- Kindergarten through 5^th grade. Click here to register.

Contact Jane Thompson at 408-997-5121 or jane.thompson@dsj.org for more information.

 Domestic Church Registration is Open

Children who have completed year- one of sacrament preparation need to be registered for Domestic Church as well as Faith Formation to complete year-two. These programs run concurrently.

Don’t wait any longer

Click here to register.

Contact Jane Thompson at 408-997-5121 or jane.thompson@dsj.org for more information.