St. Veronica Church 434 Alida Way, South San Francisco, CA 94080

Phone: 650-588-1455 www.stveronicassf.com Fax: 650-588-1481

Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time February 13, 2011

“Blessed are they who follow the law of the Lord.” Psalm 119

Sermon on the Mount

St. Veronica Parish Rectory Office Hours

Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Phone: 650-588-1455 Fax: 650-588-1481

Parish Staff Fr. Charles Puthota, Ph.D., Pastor Fr. Linh Nguyen, Parochial Vicar Fr. Joe Walsh, In Residence

http://rico50.blogspot.com Deacon Roger Beaudry Deacon Joseph LeBlanc Sandy Kearney, Parish Manager Patricia Spiteri, Parish Secretary Karen Guglielmoni, Faith Formation & Wedding Coordinator Christopher Lindstrom, Music Director 209-952-0209

St. Veronica Catholic School Phone: 650-589-3909

Kathryn Lucchesi Janet Burke Principal Vice Principal

Rectory email: churchoffice@stveronicassf.com

SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION

Sacrament of Baptism Baptismal Preparation classes are held once a month.

Call the Parish Office 588-1455

Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) Classes from October through Pentecost.

Call the Parish Office to register 588-1455

Faith Formation: 650-588-1455 Catechetical instructions (1st to 8th grades)

Confirmation Classes: 588-1455

Reflection on Our Cover

The Sermon on the Mount continues. Jesus speaks as a teacher, stressing that he has not come to abolish the law or the prophets but to complete their teaching. He contrasts his teaching with that of the scribes and Pharisees, calling on his followers to let their holiness surpass theirs. His bottom line must become ours. Although Jesus’ teaching was based on the common tradition of Israel, his interpretations were so unprece-dented that some accused him of having rejected that tradition. Jesus insists that his interpretations really offer the fuller meaning of the tradition. The contrast that Jesus sets up is not between himself and the law, but between his interpretation of the law and that of the scribes and Pharisees. He criticizes them for insisting on the minutiae of the law at the expense of the right-eousness that is at its heart. • How does the “law of the Lord” influence your life?

Mass Intent ions WEEK of February 13 , 2011

Sun 02/13 6:45 † Felix Remedios 8:00 † Lizia Azzopardi 9:30 † Emanuel Borg 11:00 † Aileen Camilleri 12:30 People of St. Veronica

Mon 02/14 6:30 Faina P. Aoay & Family 8:30 † Novella Fenisey & Family Tue 02/15 6:30 † Marcy Gundayao 8:30 † Lee Heise Wed 02/16 6:30 † Elisco Nazareno 8:30 † Steven Vina Thu 02/17 6:30 † Steven Vina 8:30 † Lupe Gutierrez Fri 02/18 6:30 † Tillie Esquibel 8:30 † Paul & Verena Broussard Sat 02/19 8:30 † Jovita Arsenal 5:00 † Connie Palomar Sun 02/20 6:45 Sarah Paranpan 8:00 † Lizia Azzopardi 9:30 † Richard M. McGrath 11:00 † Dorothy Zaro 12:30 People of St. Veronica

Mass Schedule

Saturdays: 8:30AM & 5:00PM Sundays: 6:45, 8:00, 9:30, 11:00AM, and 12:30PM

Holy Days: 6:30, 8:30AM, & 6:30PM Monday—Friday: 6:30 & 8:30AM

Confessions

Saturdays: 4:00—5:00PM

Liturgy of the Hours Monday—Friday: Morning Prayer at 6:00AM

Eucharistic Adoration

Monday—Friday: 9:00AM—9:00PM Sunday: 1:30 PM—9:00PM

Parish Registration

Please complete and return form to the parish rec-tory, or simply drop it in the collection basket.

Kindly print all information

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Baptism Information

Registration forms are available from the rectory office during regular office hours, or you may download a form

from our website at www.stveronicassf.com

Baptisms are celebrated on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month at 11:00 a.m. unless otherwise noted:

Preparation classes for parents and godparents are held monthly on Tuesdays as noted below. Classes are conducted in the Church from 7:30 - 9:00 p.m. (Adults only please).

Saturday 02/05 5:00PM 1703.00 227.00 1930.00

Sunday 02/06 6:45AM 1093.00 193.00 1286.00

8:00AM 962.50 143.00 1105.50

9:30AM 1553.00 349.00 1902.00

11:00AM 1054.00 191.00 1245.00

12:30PM 1135.00 346.00 1481.00

TOTALS: 7500.50 1449.00 8949.50

Day Mass Time 1st. Collection 2nd. Maintenance Totals:

Thank You for your generosity and support to St. Veronica Parish

March 5 (full), 19 August 6, 20

April 2 (full), 16 (full) September 17

May 7, 21 October 1, 15

June 4, 18 November 5, 19

July 16 December 3, 17

March 8 August 9

April 12 September 13

May 10 October 11

June 14 November 8

July 12 December 13

Please remember the sick and the care-givers in our community. Pray that they may find comfort

and healing in Christ.

Please contact the rectory office if Homebound Eucharistic services are needed.

“Father, as we prepare for World Marriage Day, we thank you for your tremendous gift of the Sacrament of Marriage. Help us to witness to its glory by a life of growing intimacy. Teach us the beauty of forgiveness so we may become more and more One in Heart, Mind and Body.”

SAINT VALENTINE’S STORY St. Valentine, for whom this holiday is of course named, was an actual historical figure. He was a Roman physician who was also a Christian priest during the days of the early church. This was at a time when Christians saw tremendous persecu-tion and many practiced in secret. There are actually a couple versions of the Valentine’s Day story. One version has it that Valentine was so loved by the children of the town that they would constantly write him notes speaking of their affection--hence the origin of exchanging valentines. In the other version of the story, Valentine is working to heal a blind boy and is arrested by Roman soldiers for his work as an “undercover priest”. Valentine is shortly thereafter sentenced to die. And yet before he is taken off to be executed, he takes the time to write to the little blind boy a note explaining to him Jesus' love, enclosing a small treat. According to this story, when the boy eats the treat his eyesight is miraculously re-stored, and he is able to see well enough to read Valentine's note--which is, of course, at the exact same moment that Val-entine is executed.

Announcements

New Parishioners in our Midst

Our parish continues to be blessed and enriched by the presence of new parishioners.

Mark, Shela & Samantha Kho

Marta Salazar Daniel, Jennifer & Madeline Wilson

May St. Veronica Church be a place where you can

bring your sorrow and joys, your pain and triumphs.

WELCOME TO ST. VERONICA PARISH!

Loss In Our Parish Family

Patricia Cowen Died February 2, 2011

“Eternal Rest Grant Unto Them, O Lord…”

2/21 President’s Day Rectory office Closed

3/05 10:00AM - St. Veronica Catholic School First Communion

3/05 2:00PM - Wedding, Walker & Leongson

3/06 9:30AM - 6th Grade Family Mass

3/19 6:00PM - Luck of the Irish Dinner & Raffle

3/09 Ash Wednesday - Fast & Abstain from Meat

3/12 10AM - Faith Formation 1st Reconciliation

Please continue to keep in your prayers our 67 Confirma-tion candidates who will be receiving the Sacrament of

Confirmation this weekend.

Dear Friends at St. Veronica, Confirmation: This weekend Confirmation will be con-ferred on 67 of the young men and women of St. Veron-ica parish. When Bishop William Justice confirms them, they will receive the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. As we share their joy, let us wish and pray that these young peo-ple may tangibly experience the fruits of the Holy Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithful-ness, gentleness, self-control (Galatians 5:22). First Reconciliation: On February 5th, 35 of our young-sters in Grade 2 of St. Veronica School made the Sacra-ment of Reconciliation. Among other things, I told the children three simple things: that Jesus loves them, that Jesus forgives them, and that Jesus needs them. They made really heartfelt first Reconciliations, which was a moving experience. The families of these children gath-ered were inspired by the children’s piety and charmed by their songs. Msgr. Michael Padazinski and Fr. Joe Walsh who assisted in this Sacrament mentioned that it was one of the finest First Reconciliation ceremonies they have witnessed. These children will make their First Communion on March 5th. Please keep them in your prayers and hearts. Valentine’s Day: The theme of red (Spirit’s tongues of fire) on the Confirmation Day (Feb. 13th) will overflow into the next day, Valentine’s Day, symbolized by red-hot hearts. As we celebrate various forms of human love, including romantic love, we realize that it’s God’s most amazing and everlasting and unconditional love that makes all human love possible. God is love. Let us be captivated by the heart of Christ, pierced and opened for love of us. May we be more deeply dedicated to a life of love--- to love God and others, generously and selflessly. Your friend and pastor, Father Charles Puthota

Luck of the Irish Raffle

Drawing will be held in the Parish Center after Luck of the Irish Dinner (need not be present to win)

1st Prize $5,000 2nd Prize $2,500 3rd Prize $1,000 4th Prize $500 5th prize $200 6th prize $200 7th prize $200 8th prize $200 9th prize $200

Please return the ticket with all information filled out, along with your donation made payable to the St. Veronica Guild, to the School Office or Parish Rectory.

A receipt will be sent to you with your ticket # on it. Additional tickets are available in the School Office and Parish Rectory.

Your support in our fundraising efforts is greatly appreciated!

One Complimentary Meal at the Luck of the Irish Dinner for each $100 raffle ticket purchased.

Come join us for….Great Food, Great Fun & Great Entertainment!

Try your LUCK with family members, friends, or co-workers. You can all share in the “Pot of Gold”!!!

Only 250 tickets will be soldOnly 250 tickets will be sold!!

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__________________________________________________________________________________________ Name(s) of Raffle participants(s) __________________________________________________________________________________________ Address __________________________________________________________________________________________ Phone Student Seller Grade

“My School’s Cool” Program is Back!

Continue collecting your shopping & Century

Theatre receipts for the benefit of our St. Veronica Catholic School.

Dear St. Veronica Parents, Parishioners and Friends: Last school term St. Veronica School participated in the “My School’s Cool” program, which is coordinated by The Shops at Tanforan. The program began last year in September, 2010 and will run through June 9, 2011. Last term many of you diligently saved your receipts and turned them in. Thank you for supporting this painless fund raising effort to help our school. Each dollar spent at the mall earns our school one point. Receipts will be rounded to the next whole dollar at .51 cents. The last day to submit mall receipts will be on June 10, 2011. On Saturday, June 18, 2011, the top five schools will be awarded the following: 1st Place: $10,000 (our goal) 2nd Place: $ 5,000 3rd Place: $3,000 4th Place: $1,500 5th Place $ 500 Thanks for your support.

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Keep Turning in those Box Tops for

St. Veronica Catholic School Fundraiser!

We all shop for groceries, sometimes two or three times a week –- or more. Now turn those shopping trips into easy cash for our school, and encourage friends to do the same! Just look for the Box Tops logo on hundreds of products like Cheerios®, Hamburger Helper® and Kleenex®, in almost every aisle of the store. All you need to do is clip the box tops and send them to the school office or rectory. Mark you envelope Box Tops. Each one is worth 10¢ for our school. Throughout the year there will be Bonus Box Tops, which will earn us extra rewards. Thanks for your continued support in these simple fund raising activities. Every little bit helps!

Saint Veronica Parish Center Saturday, March 19, 2011

Social Hour 6:00 pm / Dinner 7:00 pm No Host Bar (Beer and Wine)

Please join us for Great Food, Great Fun, & Great Entertainment!

Saint Veronica Catholic School Guild

proudly presents the annual

Corned Beef, Cabbage, Potatoes Soda Bread

Dessert

Name

Phone Number

________ Adult(s) - $12.00 ________ Child(ren) - $ 8.00 (13 & under) ________ I bought a raffle ticket & will use the complimentary dinner ________ Total # of guests ________ Total amount enclosed

Please return reservation to Parish Rec-tory or School Office - c/o Luck of the Irish Dinner $10,000 Pot of Gold raffle tickets are available at the Parish Rectory and School Office.

For further information, call: Lucy Grubbs@ 650.872.0764

(please cut along dotted line and return lower portion with your check made payable to St Veronica Guild)

Raffle drawing after dinner!!!