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Sunday
No Continental Breakfast after 9am Mass .
Monday Next Grief Group Meeting is August 5, in the Parish Office conference room at 7 pm. !!
Tuesday The next Ladies Guild Meeting is in Sept. 11, in the Fr. Jim Community Center.
Wednesday
Thursday Adoration after 9:30 am Mass until 11:45 am
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
No Continental Breakfast after 9am Mass.
July 15, 2018 - July 22, 2018
Sunday
7:30am 9:00am 11:00am 5:00pm
David Trumbull † For Our Parishioners No Intention Anton Quy Nguyen †
Monday 6:30 am 9:30 am
Dr. Thomas Glenchur † Marge Hatfield ( Bd.)
Tuesday 6:30 am 9:30 am
Christian Dobleman † Donna D’Cruz ( Bd.)
Wednesday 6:30 am
9:30 am No Intention No Intention
Thursday
6:30am 9:30am
No Intention No Intention
Friday 6:30am 9:30 am
No Intention Chi & Phuong Nguyen (50th anniv.)
Saturday 8:00am 5:00pm
No Intention No Intention
Sunday
7:30 am 9:00 am 11:00 am 5:00pm
Keigo Kitagawa† & Family Chi & Phuong Nguyen(50th anniv.) For Our Parishioners No Intentions
Weekly Stewardship Report
Stewardship numbers not
available at time of print
July 15, 2018 - July 22, 2018
One time gifts this fiscal year Gifts for unrestricted use: $ 35,535 Gifts for specific projects: $ 9,980 Total: $ 45,515 Thank you for your generosity.
SOCIAL JUSTICE CORNER
In Him
In him we have redemption by his blood. In him, we are chosen. In him, we were sealed with the promised Holy Spirit. In him, may we know the hope that belongs to our call. The Easter Season has again come and gone along with Pentecost and the feast of Corpus Christi. We have been given what we need to be God’s hands and feet here on earth. Have you allowed yourself time for silence to listen? Listen, with love. Listen, with courage. Listen, with humility. Listen, with strength. What is your call? What can you do? Have you al-lowed the grace of the Holy Spirit to be effective in you? Are you charitable, joyful, peace filled, patient, kind, good, generous, gentle, faithful, modest, self-controlled or possess chastity? Next time when you witness something that tugs at your heart, ask your-self, what would Jesus do? Jesus tells us when you do for the least of my brothers and sisters you do for me (Matthew 25:40). Be the hands and feet of Jesus. Social Justice Committee
MARRIED COUPLES: Give your marriage a well – deserved vacation. Plan to go on a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend and come back with a marriage that is refreshed and full of energy! The next weekend
Marriage Encounter Weekend is August 24-26, at the Vallombrosa Retreat Center. For more information visit our website at sanjosewwme.org or contact Ken & Cla-ranne at [email protected] or 408-782-1413.
Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Mark 6: 7-13
My brothers and sisters,
Today’s gospel is an exercise in trust. Here we have Jesus, having just been rejected by the people of his hometown, sending out his disciples two by two into the countryside to cast out demons and preach repen-tance. And oh, by the way, don’t take any money or extra clothes or anything. Just go.
I wonder what my response would be. No, I don’t really have to won-der, because I already know. I would spend some time arguing with him over what I really needed for the journey. I have to have my hikers and my day pack, first aid kit and at least some trail mix and bottled water, right? And then what about once I get there? Is there like a book, or something that will tell me what I should say?
You see, this is a conversation I have had with God on more than one occasion. As a general rule, I’m pretty self-reliant. But I’m also a wor-rier. I like to have everything in place, and backups for my backups. Experience tells me that having a plan B is prudent. But sometimes I’m so busy making all of the “necessary preparations” that my plan gets in the way of God’s plan. Sound familiar?
Jesus didn’t ask eloquent speakers or great theologians to go out. He asked twelve ordinary, hardworking men. Simple men, armed with nothing but their faith. And that faith was exactly what they needed to fulfill His mission.
What might God be asking of you?
Kristie Manning, Director of Family Faith Formation
July 15, 2018
Family Faith Formation 408-255-9950
Office is staffed on Tuesday and Thursday 8:00 am -3:00 pm and on weekends by ap-pointment. Please call before stopping by.
Queen of Apostles School is closed for the summer. Classes will resume on
August 16, 2018.
The school office is open in June and in August from 9am – 1pm. If you are interested in enroll-ment, please see our school website at www.qofa-school.org. and contact the school office.
On the Calendar: Registration for the 2018-2019 catechetical year is now open. You can register online at www.qofa.org. Paper registration forms are available in the parish office. Is God calling YOU to be a catechist? Of course He is! We are all responsible for the formation of our children, but some of us are called to do it in a very specific way. The Faith Formation office is looking for a few good men and women to prayerfully consider making a one year commitment to pass on the faith, through catechetical ministry. Training is provided, and the commitment is approximately 2-3 hours per week, including prep time and classroom instruction. Catechists are needed in pre-k, 1st grade, Sacramental Preparation (Reconciliation and First Holy Communion), RCIA for children and Middle School Ministry. The future of the Church depends on each of us fulfilling our call to evangelization. For more information, please call 408.255.9950 or email [email protected]
We want to live out the Gospel of Jesus Christ through our relation-ships with our Lord, our families, our friends, and our community. Our goal is to create deliberate disciples through activities that are spiritual, social and service oriented. All middle school students are welcome!! Session officially begin on Sept. 23rd, but a kickoff social is in the works. Stay tuned!!!
Office for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults Diocese of San Jose - Anthony Gonzalez Phone: 408-983- 0113 Fax:408-983-0147 Emergency line: 408-983-0141
HIGH SCHOOL Youth Ministry and Confirmation 3rd Saturdays The high school youth ministry meets every 3rd Saturday. Con-tact [email protected] to receive more details! Confirmation High school confirmation registration is open! Please go to qo-faym.weebly.org for more details. Steubenville Conference, July 27-29, 2018 in San Mateo Registrations for Steubenville are now open. The cost is $190 before June 1st! Contact [email protected] for more information on this life changing spiritual conference for teens. *Like us on Facebook: Queen of Apostles Youth *Follow us on Instagram: QofAYM *Contact us: [email protected] | 213-6509 | www.qofa.org
ADULT FORMATION: Bishop Robert Barron’s Catholicism Series This series is a drop in program designed for adults. There is no registration required. Sessions take place each Wednesday night from 7pm to 9pm in the parish office. July 18th: Session 8: The Mystical Union of Christ and the Church. July 25th: Session 9: Prayer and the life of the Spirit.
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) Is a religious formation program for adults and for children 7 years or older, who are interested in joining the Catholic Church. Participants explore their faith while learning about the Catholic tradition. To learn more call 408-255-9950 or email [email protected]
Family Camping
Do you enjoy camping? Or do you want to try camping? Come join us for camping over Labor Day weekend! Lots of family fun! The Christian Family Movement (CFM) of Queen of Apostles is planning our annual camping trip for the Labor Day weekend, Aug. 31 until Sept. 3. This year we have a group reservation at Big Basin State Park, and you and your family are invited to join us. The cost is $120 per couple or family for the 3-day weekend. If you are interested or wish more information, contact Jan Wedig, at 408-858-9022 or [email protected]
Calling Singers, Instrumentalists & Piano Players of all Ages! You're welcome and encouraged to join the 5pm Sunday music group. We play mostly contemporary/Christian pop music (some of which you'll hear on Christian radio stations), and practice Tuesday nights at 7:30 in the church. We also practice starting an hour before mass. Even if you cannot participate every week, please consider joining and help "make a joyful noise to the Lord" as often as you can. For more information, contact Amy Cooprider at [email protected].
PARISH PICNIC !!!
It’s being planned now for September….Interested in be-ing a Chair for either Hospitality or Games? Next meting is July 30th, 6pm. Contact Laura Schemmel, 408– 655-8310 or [email protected].
We lovingly pray for those in our Parish and families who can-not join us at Mass especially: John Ruzzo, Connie Corrales, Joan Grotzinger, Joel Rivera, Barbara Mertzlufft, Antonia Luna, Janet Decker, Barbara Carrillo.. Please let us also pray for all our servicemen and women who serve in the Armed Forces throughout the world and remember them in our hearts today and everyday. We remember those dearly departed in our Queen of Apostles family and in our own families. .
Peacemakers
Pope Leo XIII (1810—1903)
Born Vincenzo Pecci, he had been archbishop of Perugia, when elected to succeed Pope Pius IX in 1878. Pius had done much to enhance the image and power of the papacy. His actions left little opening for constructive dialogue with issues of the day. The new pope, Leo XIII, was keen to overcome this defensive attitude.
Without doubt, Leo’s most significant contribution was in his judgements in the social realm. His 1891 encyclical, RERUM NOVARUM, ushered in the modern era of Catholic social teaching. Leo was the first pope to address the problems associ-ated with the rise of industrial capitalism and the plight of the working class.
While reflecting socialism, Leo’s encyclical implied a strong critique of unchecked capitalism. The Church declared its com-mitment to principles of social justice, the dignity of labor, and defense of the poor. This commitment to be further elaborated upon in the following century of Catholic social teaching.
From GIVE US THIS DAY, July 2016
Social Justice Committee
You are invited to purchase scrip gift cards in the vestibule exit to the parking lot.
The times for scrip sales are: Saturday at 5:00 pm mass Sunday after the 7:30 am mass before and after the 9:00 am mass and before the 11:00 am mass.
Grief Support Group 1st and 3rd Mondays 7 pm – 8:30 pm in the Parish Office
Are you, a family member or friend, grieving the loss of a loved one? Whether it’s a current loss or one in the past, we will reassure you that there is hope for those whose loved one has died. Join others in sup-port, friendship, and prayer in a confidential setting. We meet every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month except July, in the Rectory. If you have any questions or need to talk, please call Shirley at 408-241-1209
SUMMER HOURS FOR THE PARISH OFFICE The Parish office is continuing to operate on Summer hours from 9:00 am until 12:00pm, closed for lunch 12:00 pm until 1:00pm, re-open from 1:00 – 4:00pm, Monday thru Thursday. We will be open from 9:00am until 12:00 pm on Fridays. As usual, we will be closed Saturday and Sunday. If you need keys, please take these hours into consideration. Thank you. Have a safe and faith filled Summer. Normal hours will begin 8/13
Dear Queen of Apostle’s family, Our food pantry is full. PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE ANY FOOD BY THE GARAGE OR IN CHURCH. We appre-ciate your help, Dave, Shannon, Terean. But on another note. The St. Vincent de Paul volunteers are looking for new additions to their team. If you would be so inclined to find out more about this wonderful group of volunteers and what they do, please call the parish office and leave a name and contact number so that someone may call you back. Thank you for your time and attention.
Sandwiches for the Homeless
Thank you for your donations to the sandwich-making ministry here at Queen of Apostles. We meet twice a month to prepare sandwiches, fruit and snack for the homeless who come to Casa De Clara, a Catholic Worker House in San Jose. We gladly ac-cept donations of peanut butter, jam, granola bars and cash do-nations. Please bring the food to Fr. Jim’s garage. Cash dona-tions may be left at the Rectory. Thank you for your gen-erosity. Social Justice Ministry
Thank you for your generosity to the Mis-sion Co-op Collection . We are so happy to report that we have collected $6,928.82 total. Thank you all again
Queen of Apostles Church
4911 Moorpark Avenue
San Jose, Ca 95129
Never Give Up! PASTORAL STAFF: Rev. Thuc Si Ho, Pastor Rev. Reynaldo Sarmiento, Parochial Vicar, Dir. Of Liturgy Deacon Brian McKenna, Coordinator of Social Justice Kristie Manning, Faith Formation/RCIA Director Gregory Elsner, Accountant Mary Ann Oddo, Administrative Assistant II Marie McCarthy, Administrative Assistant I Klarissa Chichioco, Coordinator of Youth and Young Adult Anthony Talaich, Maintenance Supervisor Teri Silvestri, Music Coordinator Carmen Macias, Wedding Coordinator Dirk Maasen, Technology Coordinator Family Faith Formation: 408-255-9950 Parish Office 408-253-7560 Open 9-5 Monday - Friday Closed for lunch: 12-1 4911 Moorpark Ave. San Jose, Ca.. 95129 Fax: 408-253-9530 Web Site: www.qofa.org Marty Chargin, School Principal School Address: 4950 Mitty Way 408-252-3659 San Jose, CA 95129
MASS SCHEDULE: Saturday (Vigil Mass): 5:00 p.m. Sundays: 7:30, 9:00 and 11:00 a.m., 5:00 p.m. Weekdays: 6:30 and 9:30 a.m. Saturdays: 8:00 a.m. Holy Days: (Vigil Mass) 5:00 p.m., 6:30, 9:30 a.m., 7:00 p.m. Marian Devotions: After the 8:00 a.m. Mass on Saturday SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: Seminar required. Please contact Rectory for information. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Saturdays - 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. or by appointment. SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY: Contact Rectory at least SIX MONTHS prior to any proposed wedding date. INQUIRY SESSION ABOUT THE CATHOLIC CHURCH: Contact number: 408-255-9950 or [email protected]
