Retrouvaille is a program for married couples that feel bored, disillusioned, frustrated, or angry in their marriage. Some experience coldness. Others experience conflict in their relationship.
On July 3, our first of the month second collection will now be dedicated to our Worship Space Expansion fund. Many months of discussions were held with the parish Finance Committee, who have advised that we look to the future.
At almost 78 years of age, I am now starting to feel unmistakable signs of my mortality. Therefore, effective July 1, 2022, I would like to enjoy my full retirement once again. We will have a blessing for Deacon Willy at the 10:00am Mass on June 26.
People, who have nowhere else to turn, come to our doors seeking assistance with utility bills, overnight shelter, food and other needs. Your generosity in next Sunday’s second collection will assist us in helping our neighbors. “For it is in giving that we receive.”
Maintenance Worker, Full Time - Requires skills in carpentry, plumbing, painting, and some electrical. May also do minor gardening tasks that assist in keeping the grounds safe and orderly.
The theme for this year is Life and Dignity for All. This year, as we approach the Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) is especially mindful of the debates around our country about abortion.
Over the next three years, every Catholic parish, school, apostolate, and family are invited to be a part of renewing the Church by enkindling a living relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ in the Holy Eucharist —and sent out in mission “for the life of the world.”
The St. Francis of Assisi Social Justice Team is considering the formation of a Catholic Relief Service (CRS) Chapter in support of the CRS mission of assisting the poor and vulnerable outside the United States. We are hoping you can help us in identifying some individuals who may be interested in this effort.
Are you interested in joining the Catholic Church? Then OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults) is for you! The OCIA process introduces you to the beliefs and practices of the Roman Catholic Church. It helps you explore what it means to be a Christian.
Thank you to everyone who supports the mission and ministries of our parish. During the month of May, our average weekly collection was $18,850. You also generously donated to various important causes in our May (second collections) at $28,058 ($5,612 a week.) This brings our May weekly average to $24,462.
Wedding Coordinators needed If you are interested and want more information in assisting in this important ministry, please contact Gillian Griffis at the parish office. ggriffis@dsj.org or 408-223-1770 x324. Training would be provided.
If you missed the Bethlehem Artworks Organization selling Holy Land merchandise, you can now get them at the gift shop year-round. We will be carrying an assortment of their products
Every Catholic should be registered in a parish. Besides the active support and involvement that the registration enables, the parish registration is also a condition for many sacraments including Baptism and Matrimony. It is therefore important to register at your local parish as soon as possible.