NEW VISION Jesus proclaimed that he came into the world to make the sightless see and the seeing blind. A difficult saying! But surely it must mean that Jesus intended to take our ordinary ways of looking at things and turn them inside out. Jesus came to change our perspective. When the prophet Samuel went out to select the new king, he chose a young man who had the look of royalty about him. But God told him not to judge by appearances. God told Samuel—and to-day tells us—to change our perspective and to look at things and people differently. We are like the Ephesians, whom Paul urged to live as children of the light. With the light of faith, we have a new way of looking at things, and we are called to bring that new vision to the world around us. This is a great vocation, a calling to wake people up to what’s really important. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

FOURTH SUNDAY OF LENT MARCH 30, 2014

The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. — Psalm 23:1

TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION If there is such a thing as a Catholic “trademark” it is the sign of the cross, first traced on the senses of catechumens as they begin the journey to baptism, or on the forehead of an infant who is brought to the doors of the church at bap-tism. As early as the third century, Christians were tracing the sign of the cross on their bodies. At first, the cross was traced on the forehead during times of prayer and daily occupations. We use a similar small cross today as we trace the cross over on the forehead, lips, and heart at the Gospel during Mass. Much later, the full-body sign traced from forehead to heart to shoulders took shape, perhaps copying the priest’s gesture of blessing with the consecrated host during Mass. Today, this superb baptismal gift is a sign of belonging to Christ and the community, a way of focusing our attention, of asking for God’s blessing, of tracing on our shoulders a willingness to find meaning in life’s burdens. In the sign of the cross, we have an ever-available means of expressing gratitude for our baptism. —Rev. James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS “Serving our church, community & country.”

April 4, 8:00 am & 7:30 pm, First Friday Mass April 12, Knights will prepare palm leaves April 12, Easter egg stuffing April 20, 1:15 pm Children Easter Egg Hunt. April 26, Seminarian Dinner Dance

If interested in becoming a Knight, contact: Roland Nimis, Grand Knight

RNimis@yahoo.com or 510-487-8232

Rules for fasting and abstinence... Catholics ages 14 and over are to ab-stain from meat on Ash Wednesday, Good Friday and all Fridays of Lent. Individuals between 18 and 59 are also obliged to fast — eat one full meal — on Ash Wednesday and Good Fri-day. Eating two smaller meals is per-

mitted to maintain strength, but eating between meals is not. These obligations, however, do not apply to those whose health or ability to work would be seriously affected. Catholics are also encouraged to do penance in oth-er ways, such as prayer, acts of self-denial, almsgiv-ing and works of kindness and compassion.

FILL US Open wide the windows of our spirits and fill us full of light; open wide the door of our hearts, that we may receive and entertain Thee with all our powers of adora-tion. —Christina Rossetti

MASS INTENTIONS March 29, 2014 - April 5, 2014

Saturday, March 29 5:00 pm + Aurora Abuzman

Sunday, March 30 8:00 am + Erlina Arevalo 10:00 am + Dec. Mem. - Richter Family 12:00 pm For the People 6:00 pm + Rogelio Razon Monday, March 31 8:00 am Spe.Int. - Belinda Serrano Tuesday, April 1 8:00 am + Emil Custodio Wednesday, April 2 8:00 am + Porfiria Lorenza Thursday, April 3 8:00 am + Cynthia Rabuy Friday, April 4 8:00 am + Carmen Sabenorio + Amador Tayco Saturday, April 5 8:00 am Spe.Int. - Choy/Ho Families 5:00 pm + Rosito Frias

Please pray for the sick… Ester Acda, Johnny Ang, Saturnino Angeles, Reynaldo Anto-nio, Susana Aquino, Charmaine & Ricky Arciga, Alma Arre-glado, Rachel Austria, Gay Badillo, Agapito Bagon, Eva Ban-croft, Cecilia Barrera, Francisco Barrera, Victoria Bantugan, Nina Baquirano, Alice Beans, Gloria Bustos, Franklin Calub, Carolina Canio, Napoleon Canio, Patrocina Canio, Gold Cantolino, Teofista Coloma, Alfonso & Flora De Guia, Ofelia de Guzman, Merly Jereza, Alice De Loyola, Angeles Dingcong, Bernardo Dingcong, Roberto Dingcong, Theresa Diola, Geraldine Dotson, Fely de Jesus, Albert Doble, Cezar Domingo, Elpidio Dorotheo, , Edilberta Enriquez, Juanita Estrellas, Mina Fernando, Emerita Fulinar, Francisco Garcia, Linda Hernandez, Rosario Ilustre, Reynaldo Joa-chico, Erlinda Kasilag, Francesca Kelsey, Eric Igos, Tessie Lacandazon, Mori Lacson, Idalina La Rosa, Arthur Juanita Ledesma, Macapagal, Lisa Mananquil, Ruth Marquez, The-resa Martinez, Saturnina Mayo, Janet McCulley, Zeny Me-sa, Victor Montoya, Florentina Morales, Eric Morton, Roquita Padua, Esperanza Perez, Marlen, Peralta, Orlando Peralta, Benita Quintong, Cora Ragasa, Lita Raposas, Oliver Rasul, Elaine Resurreccion, Leo Reyes, Luisa Reyes, Felix Rivas, Charmaine Rivera, Eufenia Rivera, Anita Sacdalan, Robert Salazar, Epifania Santos, Fe Segundo, Jose Segundo, Vir-ginia Sosongco, Keanna & Keara Tankg, Joseph Thompson, Leonard Torres, Jacob Tril, Emmeline Velayo, Pio Verdan, Lydia Villacorta, Delfin Villaflor, Paz Wijangco, Joe Yumang, Dianne Zamora, Milad Zayat

TODAY’S READINGS First Reading — As the prophet Samuel anointed Da-vid with oil, the spirit of the LORD rushed upon David (1 Samuel 16:1b, 6-7, 10-13a). Psalm — The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want (Psalm 23). Second Reading — You who were once darkness are now light in the Lord (Ephesians 5:8-14). Gospel — The man who had been blind from birth pro-claimed: The one called Jesus made clay with his sali-va, anointed my eyes with it, and told me to wash (John 9:1-41 [1, 6-9, 13-17, 34-38]). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.

READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Is 65:17-21; Ps 30:2, 4-6, 11-13b; Jn 4:43-54 Tuesday: Ez 47:1-9, 12; Ps 46:2-3, 5-6, 8-9; Jn 5:1-16 Wednesday: Is 49:8-15; Ps 145:8-9, 13cd-14, 17-18; Jn 5:17-30 Thursday: Ex 32:7-14; Ps 106:19-23; Jn 5:31-47 Friday: Wis 2:1a, 12-22; Ps 34:17-21, 23; Jn 7:1-2, 10, 25-30 Saturday: Jer 11:18-20; Ps 7:2-3, 9bc-12; Jn 7:40-53 Sunday: Ez 37:12-14; Ps 130:1-8; Rom 8:8-11; Jn 11:1-45 [3-7, 17, 20-27, 33b-45]

Interested in knowing more about the Catholic faith?

Are you an adult who… is interested in being baptized Catholic? �� was baptized in another Christian tradition

and would like to explore what being Cath-olic is all about?

�� was baptized Catholic as a child, but has not celebrated the Sacraments of Confir-mation and Eucharist?

If you answered yes to any of the above, please consider joining our ongoing Inquiry sessions for chance to ask questions, learn more about us and about the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, the process by which adults join the Church. No commitment required. For more information, call the parish office at 510-471-7766 or email:

stanneadultfaithformation@gmail.com

ST. ANNE SCHOOL OF FAITH FORMATION (GRADES 1- 8)

FAITH IN ACTION…Call To Family, Community, and Participation – The Catholic Church calls us to recognize that we live in relationship with all members of the human family; to break down walls of selfishness, isolation, and apathy; to become fully involved in our families, our communities, and the world. What are some ways that a family helps society? How will you demonstrate your willing-ness to be politically involved as a Christian?

R E M I N D E R

SPRING BREAK - MARCH 31, APRIL 1-2-3 No CCD Classes - School is closed.

Classes will resume on Monday, April 7

ST ANNE SCHOOL OF FAITH FORMATION

CCD STEWARDSHIP ENVELOPES

Elijah: I transferred clothes from the washer to the dryer. Annelise Adion: I folded my clothes. Ailinh: I cleaned the table. Leia Laureano: Treasure giving $1.00. Bailey: I helped Mom in the store. Rayanne Flores: I baby sat & worked hard on a test. Mia Albano: I washed the dishes after dinner. Natalie: I brought the box for Lenten rice bowl donation. Jhon Daryl de la Cruz: I got a gift for my cousin . Edwin Cuenco: I cleaned the dishes in my house. Jasmine Lacandazon: I worked hard on a fitness test for P.E. Melissa Paiso: I washed the dishes. Samantha Cruz: I forgave my friend for some thing she did. Hannah Sprotte: My brother broke his arm and my Mom went with him to the E.R. so I made dinner for everyone.

St. Anne Youth Ministry St. Anne Youth Ministry will not meet on Mon-day, March 31due to Spring Break. Our next meeting will be on Monday, April 7 at 6:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall. The topic of our meeting will be “The Journey to Calvary—The Musical Sta-tions of The Cross.” St. Anne Youth Ministry Retreat The Spring Youth Ministry retreat will be held on April 11-13 at the Diocesan Youth Retreat Center in Lafayette. The information and reg-istration meeting for parents and students is scheduled for Sunday, April 6 at 3:00 p.m. in classroom #106. Payments are due then and permission slips and directions will be given out. Please email stayouthministry@sbcglobal.net with any questions.

GRIEF SUPPORT MINISTRY Grief Support Ministry is inviting everyone to come and attend the Lenten DVD series from 2-5 PM, classroom #106:

April 5 - Sacrament of Confession April 12 - Holy Eucharist

Divine Mercy Apostolate Everyone is invited -- Make 2014 A Year In Prayer & Spiritual Growth. Come and pray with the St Anne Divine Mercy Apostolate members: 7:00 PM - Church - Every First Friday 7:00 PM - Room 104 - All other Fridays 7:30 PM - Church - Sundays Interested in becoming a Divine Mercy Aposto-late? Contact any Divine Mercy Apostolate Mem-bers for more info or contact Lou Castro - Coordi-nator - 510-396-1162. PLEASE NOTE... During the Lenten Season, the Divine Mercy Friday prayer will be held on Mondays at 7:30 pm in Room 104 or Room 106 based on availability. This is only during the Lenten season so we can all participate in the Parish Station of the Cross on Fridays at 7:30 pm

St. Anne 40th Anniversary Parish Directory Update

Our printed parish directory should be deliv-ered to St. Anne by the end of the Month. Announcements will be made in the bulletin and families who took pictures will be given a copy of the directory at no cost. We thank you for your patience.

Sunday, March 30, 2014 THIS WEEK AT ST. ANNE Monday, March 31 8:00 am - Mass, CH 9:00 am - Legion of Mary, CR #103 9:00 am - Viewing, CH 7:30 pm - Lectors, CH Tuesday, April 1 8:00 am - Mass 9:00 am - Viewing, CH 7:30 pm - RCIA, CR #106 7:30 pm - Fit Club Wednesday, April 2 8:00 am - Mass 10:00 am Funeral, CH 6:00 pm - SPRED, SH 7:00 pm - Perpetual Devotion, CH 7:30 pm - Young Adult Choir, CR #105 7:30 pm - Easter Vigil Choir, CR #106 Thursday, April 3 8:00 am - Mass, CH 10:00 am - Funeral, CH 7:30 pm - Lopez, CH 7:30 pm - Children’s Choir, CR #105 7:30 pm - Unity Choir, CR #106 8:00 pm - Fit Club, SH Friday, April 4 8:00 am - Mass, CH 10:00 am - Lectio Divina, CR #102 10:30 am - Funeral, CH 5:00 pm - Lenten Soup & Bread, SH 6:00 pm - Legion of Mary, CR #103 6:00 pm - Indonesian Community, CR #105 7:30 pm - Stations of the Cross, CH 7:30 pm - 8:00 am Choir, CR #106 Saturday, April 5 8:00 am & 5:00 pm Mass, CH 9:00 am - SPRED, CR #105 & 106 9:00 am - Polish Community, CR #102, 103 & 104- 2:00 pm - Lectio Divina, CR #106 6:00 pm - Indonesian Community, CR #105 6:15 pm - Charismatics, CR #104 6:30 pm - El Shaddai Sunday, April 6 8:00 & 10:00 am, 12:00, 6:00 pm- MASS, CH 9:30 am - St. Anne Seniors, CR #105 10 am - Youth Ministry, CR #103 11:00 am - Indonesian Community, CR #102 12:00 pm - Individual User, SH 1:00 pm - Hand Maid of the Lord, CR #104 1:30 pm - Polish Community, CH 3:00 pm - Youth Ministry, CR #105 & 106 4:00 am - Children’s Choir, CH 6:00 pm - Faith Formation, CR #102 7:00 pm - Divine Mercy Prayer, CH 7:30 pm - Fit Club, SH

FINANCE CORNER Weekly Collection Goals Sunday, March 23, 2014 $12,749.50 Budget $15,000.00 Over (Under) ($ 2,250.50)

BEGINNING EXPERIENCE Beginning Experience Weekend May 2-4, at the Jesuit Retreat Center of Los Altos. This program helps Divorced, Separated and Widowed take a step forward, finding renewed hope and vitality to enjoy life and through God, experience positive growth. Weekend includes 2 nights stay, 6 meals and all ma-terials, $260. Scholarships available. Contact John Ferreira 650.692.4337 or email sjbeginexp@aol.com website www.sanjosebe.com

‘The Lenten Journey’ Mission Our Lady of the Rosary Church

A three-night Lenten mission is being of-fered at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Monday and Tuesday evenings, April 13-15, at Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 703 C Street, in Union City. The mission presenter is the Rev. J. Patrick Foley, who de-scribes himself as an “itinerant papist preacher.” Father Foley is well known and in recent weeks has given missions and retreats throughout the Western states plus Vermont and New York. The mission presentations begin each night at 7:30 p.m. and are titled “The Lenten Journey – Christ’s and yours.” The Pastor of Our Lady of the Rosary Church, Rev. José M. León, is inviting all neighboring parishes to attend – Fremont, New-ark, Hayward and beyond. There is no admission charge. Father Foley explains: “I am paid no sala-ry and charge no fees. My sole means of support are the donations given by those whom I serve. Those gifts not only provide for all my living ex-penses; they also make it possible for me to travel to small, rural, or out-of-the-way parishes and groups who might not otherwise be able to afford a mission or retreat. Indeed, your donations make this ministry possible, and for that I am very grate-ful.”