A special summer camp for children ages 6 through 12 will be offered August 4th through 8th and August 11th through 15th from 9 a.m. to noon in the Hall at Our Lady of the Rosary.
A copy of the revered icon of Our Lady of Czestochowa, (aka, the Black Madonna) of Poland, has been traveling the world and will be visiting the South Bay on Thurs., July 31, Our Lady of Peace Church, 2800 Mission College Blvd., Santa Clara, from 11:30am and throughout the day. Masses at 12 noon and 5:15pm. A Byzantine Catholic Prayer Service in honor the holy Mother of God will be celebrated at 7:00pm and includes the blessing of Holy Water. For more information: Father Anthony (408) 871-0919 or visit the Byzantine Catholic community's website: www.stbasil.org
Thank you to everyone who supported the mission and ministries of our parish during the month of June. Our average weekly collection for this final month the fiscal year was $11,284.
The “seeds of faith” are planted when we choose to have our children baptized. Nourish those seeds with participation in STA-Kids Faith Formation. Registration forms are available in the vestibule of the church and on our parish website. Classes will begin again at the end of August, but sign up now and make your commitment to your children’s future as people of faith.
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
The Bishops of California today issued a statement on the arrival of displaced persons, mostly women and children, in Southern California.
Many, many images are now on the parish Photography website for viewing and ordering, including First Communions at St. Albert the Great and Our Lady of the Rosary, this year's Confirmation along with pictures of The Knights of Columbus Crabfest.
On behalf of Fr. Randy, and Fr. Peter, and all those who so enjoyed our farewell reception, our thanks and gratitude go to the Community Life Committee. It was obvious that many hours of hard work was needed to prepare for and clean-up after such a great celebration. To all those who joined with the Community Life Committee, we all appreciate your efforts of hospitality and community fellowship.
This Sunday marks the beginning of my 5th year as Pastor of St. Thomas Aquinas. As I look back, I must say it has been an interesting journey— never a dull moment! After each proud accomplishment, I always say; “what’s next?” And yet, I believe we have made some very good progress. Let me just mention a few...
Many changes are taking place in the Catholic Network to End Human Trafficking. We are setting up new committees, selecting new members, and we will be working on new projects in partnership with other organizations such as the South Bay Coalition.....more information will follow in upcoming newsletters.