5. Saint John Paul II became increasingly concerned about this issue. In his first Encyclical he warned that human beings frequently seem “to see no other meaning in their natural environment than what serves for immediate use and consumption”.[4]Subsequently, he would call for a global ecological conversion.[5] At the same time, he noted that little effort had been made to “safeguard the moral conditions for an authentic human ecology”
If your income is less than $54,000, get your tax return prepared by VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Preparation) at no cost. Our site will be open every Saturday morning, 9 to 11:30 a.m., from January 30 through April 16 (except March 26).
“President Obama on Monday announced a ban on solitary confinement for juvenile offenders in the federal prison system, saying the practice is overused and has the potential for devastating psychological consequences.
Jesus has a special compassion for the sick and suffering. He wants us to look out for them. If you are ill or homebound, or in a retirement home or a care facility or if you know a parishioner who needs pastoral care, please contact the Pastoral Home Ministry. We will visit them, bring them Holy Communion and, if needed, offer them the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick by one of our priests.
Young Adult Mass, Tues. Jan. 26th at 7:30PM, St. Simon Church, 1860 Grant Rd, Los Altos The Young Adult Circle will be gathering for Mass in the Small Chapel at St. Simon Church in Los Altos. Celebrate the Eucharist with young adults (20’s and 30’s, single or married) from this and neighboring parishes with fellowship to follow.
1. “LAUDATO SI’, mi’ Signore” – “Praise be to you, my Lord”. In the words of this beautiful canticle, Saint Francis of Assisi reminds us that our common home is like a sister with whom we share our life and a beautiful mother who opens her arms to embrace us. “Praise be to you, my Lord, through our Sister, Mother Earth, who sustains and governs us, and who produces various fruit with coloured flowers and herbs”.[1]
Pope Francis has issued a decree changing the way that the Holy Thursday foot-washing rite is celebrated around the world. The decree was published today by the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments and signed by prefect Cardinal Robert Sarah. The decree says that the rite should no longer be limited to men.
In a Jubilee Year, popes throughout the centuries have established special ways that Catholics can ask for and receive God’s mercy and forgiveness of their sins or the sins of a loved one who has died. These special graces are called “indulgences.” That word has sometimes had a negative meaning because of how the practice of granting indulgences was often abused or misused by individuals who believed one could buy or work for God’s forgiveness.
As a follow-on to Fr. Matt’s homily on New Year’s Day encouraging each of us to set aside 10 minutes daily for prayer, this recent article was published.It had a number of intriguing ideas. Take a look…...
The members of the parish Human Concerns Committee continue to support the abolition of the death penalty in favor of life-without-the-possibility-of-parole. They join the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops in this effort.
If you, or someone you know desires to complete their sacraments please encourage them to join our ongoing “no obligation” inquiry group. For more information about the RCIA process please contact Susan Olsen, at suolsen@dsj.org or at 650-494-2496 ext 25.
Stanford Health Care is looking for bilingual volunteers to assist in their Catholic Eurcharistic Ministry to the Sick in the Spiritual Care Department. Hours are flexible and training will commence in the spring.
This report, compiled from reports from our various ministry representatives, represents the activities of our parish from July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015.
What if? There were no altar servers to carry the cross or prepare the altar; no musicians to help us pray by singing; no greeters to welcome us; no ushers to take up collections and help seat those who need assistance; no Lectors to proclaim the Word of the Lord, and no Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion to distribute the Lord’s Body and Blood? Our churches would go undressed for the seasons without flowers during each changing liturgical season.
No classes December 20, 26, and January 3. We invite you to savor this holiday time with friends and family as we celebrate the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Classes will resume on January 10.