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OUR MISSION: TO LIVE AS JESUS TEACHES
DEVOTIONS Rosary and Chaplet of
Divine Mercy Mon.- Sat., 7:30am
First Friday Adoration 8:00am 1:00pm
and also from 7 - 10pm
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Wednesday after
8:00am Mass
PARISH OFFICE HOURS 8:30am to 5:00pm
Monday through Friday Office closed for lunch
Noon to 1:00pm
VOLUNTEER COVERAGE Sat. 8:30am - 12:30pm Sun. 8:30am - 1:00pm
ST. JOSEPH BASILICA
1109 Chestnut Street Alameda, CA 94501
MASS TIMES
Monday through Saturday 8:00am
Saturday Vigil Mass 5:00pm
Sundays 7:30am * 9:30am * 11:30am
7:00pm
Sacrament of Penance Saturday, 3:30 to 4:30pm
or by appointment
Rev. George Alengadan Pastor………510-995-9421
Rev. John Carillo Parochial Vicar……510-995-9475
Deacon Matthew Murray 510-995-9444
Mary Kovalitsky Office Manager & Bulletin Editor
510-995-9420 [email protected]
Parish Office phone: 510-522-0181
Parish Office fax: 510-522-2864 Parish Office email:
[email protected] Facebook.com/sjbalameda
APRIL 30, 2017 THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER
THE LORD IS RISEN, ALLELUIA, ALLELUIA!
This is a proclamation of joy, of hope, of triumph. But is it normal to feel sad, disappointed and confused in this highpoint of our faith? It is.
It is normal to feel sad specially if you have lost someone special. That was why the two disciples in this weekend’s Gospel episode, who have become close to the Lord, were in serious mourning as they trek the road to Emmaus, a village some 12 miles away from Jerusalem.
It is normal to feel disappointed when your hopes are dashed. These two disciples pinned their hopes on Jesus and knowing that He was now dead, they felt desolate as they traced their way back home.
It is normal to be confused when you are faced with events you cannot understand. The two disciples did not know why things happened the way they did and what would happen next. Their confusion blinded them to the real identity of their newfound companion on the road.
But it is even more normal for God to intervene when He sees His people falling into sadness, despair and confusion. The Lord Jesus joined them because He knew they needed a companion on the dark path they were walking. Jesus caught up with them because He knew they needed someone to support and encourage them, to lift up their sagging spirits.
In His patience, the Lord Jesus leads His two friends to a gradual realization that in fact, He was now risen, alive and powerful, as He once promised. He patiently explained the fulfillment of the promises in Scripture. He patiently celebrated with them the sacred meal He established. It is then that the disciples re-gained their senses and recognized the presence of the Risen Lord. He is not dead, but is alive forever!
The Gospel this weekend is a very powerful portrayal of how our God deals with us. He walks with us in our daily pains and difficulties. He joins us in our journey through the dark moments of life, in order to lead us to the brightness of His promises and His presence. Today, He walks with us in the Eucharist where, as be-fore, He breaks open His Word before us and offers us the bread and wine to become His Body and Blood.
May the Easter season greet us with joy, even amidst sadness, disappointment and confusion. Let us be sensitive to our companion, our friend, the God who intervenes and enters into our journey of faith, with our hearts aflame within us. Let us go forth in joy, proclaiming to others the God who comes to our aid. Like them, let us be instruments of the proclamation that God does not abandon His people, that He comes to heal our wounds and lift up our spirits, especially on our own daily roads leading to Emmaus.
Happy Easter Rev. John Carillo
PLEASE SEE OUR NEW TIMES FOR FIRST FRIDAY ADORATION ON FRONT PAGE OF BULLETIN
MEETING ON REFURBISHING OUR SANCTUARY MAY 6 As we’ve started thinking about refurbishing our sanctuary, more ideas have come up, so we want to hear from you! Please join us in the Basilica at 12:30pm Saturday May 6 to explore ideas and offer feedback. Meeting will last between one hour and an hour and a half. ARE YOU BEING CALLED? We are currently seeking a highly-motivated well organized “hands-on” individual for our Parish
Business Manager. This individual will work closely with the Pastor to assure that the Saint Joseph business operation runs smoothly and efficiently. The successful candidate will be an effective communicator who possesses a good knowledge of finance, supervisory skills, as well as being proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. A working knowledge of Quick Books is desirable. Interested individuals should send their resume to Ron Curtis at [email protected].
MAY, THE MONTH OF MARY
MAY CROWING OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MOTHER This Friday, May 5st at the 8:00am Mass and also at all Masses next weekend. This Christian custom of dedicating the month of May to the Blessed Virgin arose at the end of the 13th century. In this way, the Church was able to Christianize the secular feasts which were wont to take place at that time. May crownings and other special May events in honor of Mary, such as public recitation of the rosary, stem from this time.
Shoes of Peace Holy Saturday April 15, 2017 our Holy Mother Our Lady of Fatima allowed us to cherish the moments of the sun as we walked, prayed the Holy Rosary and sang songs. God teaches that our steps do not falter (Psalms 37:31. We left our footprints along Encinal Avenue and Central Avenue to bring comfort and peace to the earth and families. As we commit ourselves to the Lord we become one spirit with him. Our Faithful life on Earth commands that we pray universally for the whole world then we will see “Thy will be done on Earth as it is in heaven.” We are to put into action on this world all the energies and means to serve and to render peace. Along the trail of life we meet with smiles and we meet with tears, sometimes the days are sunny and sometimes sadness and strife. But, there can be no rainbow without the drops of rain and there can be no healing without the pangs of pain. We need to saturate our minds in the Cross Roads of Life with the balance of nature. Shoes of Peace gives us courage while on the trail of life to know that tribulations works patience, and patience, Experience, and experience, hope for peace on Earth as we leave Our Footprints and to allow the mighty hand of God to create powerful miracles. May the God of hope fill each of you with all the Joy and Peace in believing so that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit for Peace. Dr. Terecita L. Dean, Legion of Mary ROSARY FOR OUR LADY OF FATIMA - MAY 13TH AT 4 PM. Please join the Knights of Columbus with the help of other St. Joseph ministries in commemorat-ing the 100th Anniversary of the appearance of Our Lady of Fatima on Saturday, May 13th at 4 pm in the Basilica. We will recite a special Rosary in multiple languages and with song.
Contact Felix Marquez at (510) 207-5094 or [email protected] if you have any questions suggestions.
Budgeted Weekly Goal $13,500.00
Plate Collection $8,974.94
EFT Collection $2,960.55
Total Parish Collection $11,935.49
April 22/23, 2017
Budgeted Weekly Goal $13,500.00
Plate Collection $13,670.32
EFT Collection $2,960.55
Total Parish Collection $16,639.87
Holy Thursday, (St. Vincent De Paul) $2,774.07
Good Friday, (Holy Land) $1,671.67
Easter Flowers $1,234.00
Lenten Soup Meal (Oakland Ca Worker) $3,328.00
Rice Bowl, (Catholic Relief Services) $3,382.66
Easter, April 15/16, 2017
THANK YOU FOR BEING SO GENEROUS AT THIS SPECIAL
TIME OF YEAR!
MONTHLY MAINTENANCE COLLECTION, MAY 6/7
BISHOP WELCOMES NEWLY BAPTIZED Three of our newly baptized joined other neophytes (“newly planted”) from throughout the Oakland Diocese at the Neophyte Mass offered at the Cathedral of Christ the Light last Sunday. The neophytes received a special blessing from our Bishop Michael Barber, and enjoyed a reception hosted by the Cathedral Parish after Mass. Pictured with Bishop Barber: Peter Ngu, Cameron Ameigh and James Gentry. If you know someone interested in preparing for Baptism, it’s never too late! Inquiry sessions are offered on Wednesday nights; contact Anne Marie at 995-9409.
ARE YOU MISSING OUT ON COMMUNION? Many Catholics were baptized as infants but were never able to prepare for the other sacraments. If this is your story, now may be the perfect time! The topics in our ongoing RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) sessions over the next several weeks are especially appropriate for those interested in preparing for Reconciliation, Eucharist and eventually Confirmation. Join us in the Parish Center (1119 Lafayette St.) 7:30 to 9pm on Tuesday nights. Contact Anne Marie at 995-9409 for information.
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY INVITATION
If you are in your 20’s or 30’s and are interested in forming a Young Adult Ministry here in Alameda, join Deacon Matthew in St Joseph’s Parish Center (1119 Lafayette Street) at 7pm Monday May 8 for initial planning. For information contact Deacon Matthew at [email protected] or 510-995-9444.
YOUTH CONFIRMATION UPDATE We extend our deepest gratitude and many blessings to Youth Confirmation Catechists and Leaders. Thank you for all the fine work you do. We appreciate a wonderful Volunteer like you!
THANKS TO: Rebecca Bartley, Chanelle Bautista, Deacon Jacob Boddicker, SJ, Chidube Joseph Chukwu, SJ, Gabriel Felix, Trisha Galban, Ernest Mahr, Noriko Mahr, Deacon Matthew Murray, and Ed Varga.
CELEBRATE! MAY 7, 10:30AM – 1:30PM
Experience authentic foods and desserts from Mexico and Latin America. Food fair hosted in lower parking area closest to the fountain. Tickets sold at the event for various food items: $1-$5. For more info contact Graciela Sanchez, 415-420-2666
STAFF UPDATE!
Our own Deacon Matthew Murray will be ordained on Friday, May 26 at 7:00pm at the Cathedral of Christ the Light. All are welcome to attend.
Reverend Matthew Murray will preside and preach on Sunday, May 28 at both the 9:30 and 11:30am Masses. Following the 11:30am Mass everyone is welcome to attend a reception in honor of Father Matthew in Notre Dame Hall.
For prayer requests, please call the Parish Office, 522-0181 Please let the office know when you want your name
removed from the list. Thank you.
PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR SICK: Mark & Katherine Gomez, Benedicto Balan, Jr., Betty O’Neill, Claude Lavoie, Thay Nguyen, Jerry (Brother of Maureen Davis) Jazlynn Alana Cain, Emily Libby, Dwain Bollinger, Patricia Poehling, Eugenia Flores, Rev. Bill Moore, SS.CC., Mariano Penaranda, Abbess Markella, Lois Chase, Ronald Bautista, Arturo B. Estrada, Ulysses Melendres, Frances Cor-ral, Martin Freitas, Marie Miladnovich, R. Rodriguez, Rosie Hernan-dez, Mark Devlin, Pedro Robles, Juanita Estrelles, Jaime Jimenez, Jackie Green, Rick Copeland, Sophia Ortega, Isaura Verduzco, Martha Dolores Valenzuela, Angie Agadier Trujillo, Fr. Tony Herrera, Betty Torres, Pat Dundon, Kathy Bartlett, Romelita Bautista, Garth Waters, Elvie Mendoza, Joan Cummings, Sandy Anderson, Sam Kong Kee, Josslyn Tramel, Lori Agazzi, Martinez Espinoza, Elisa Lee, Kyle An-thony, Doreen McAfee, Ernesto Sanchez, Jennifer Manchester, Di-anne Nobriega, Herb Robles, Dr. Benjamin Reyes, Ramon Tirona, Fr. Jim Sloan, Patricia Glynn, Gail Crichton, Lily Hansen, Sherry Crevani, Gina S. Corral, Baby Leo, Charles H. Thomas, Jim Lynch, Joey Camacho, Iong & Fong Che, Patricia Becker, Robert Santos, Juner Valencia, Florence Anne Cordray, Juana Valenzuela, Rachel Suther-land, Carlie Bell, L. Corral, Blanca Herzog, Juanita Estrellas, Tom Hall, Jim Langowski, Christopher Herrera, Nimfa Banzuelo, Robert Torres, Amelia Miguel, Edis Rodriguez, Anna Cheung, Kirk Miller, Maria C. Sanchez, Lucy Ramirez, Jo Leitz, Vicky Rosen, Nico Stavrianopoluos.
Fri., May 5 — Mother’s Day Novena begins Thurs.,May 18 — SJES “Spring Sing”1pm & 7pm Sun., May 21 — Notes for Nourishment, 3pm Sat. May 26 — Deacon Matthew’s ordination Sat. May 27 — New parishioner breakfast,9am Sun. May 28 — Fr. Matthew’s first Mass @ St. Joseph Wed. June 7 — Fr. Jacob’s first Mass @ St. Joseph
Saturday, April 29 8:00 a.m. Felino Estigoy † Maria Quinto † Ricardo & Rufina Mejia, Thanksgiving 5:00 p.m. David Cary † Perfecto Posadas †
Sunday, April 30 7:30 a.m. David Haering † 9:30 a.m. For the people of the parish, liv. & dec. 11:30 a.m. Fr Gabriel Perez † Bill Aldrich † 7:00 p.m. David Mattera †
Monday, May 1 8:00 a.m. Kay McDonald †
Tuesday, May 2 8:00 a.m. Dr. P.J. Dobbins, Birthday thanksgiving
Wednesday, May 3 8:00 a.m. Keith Proctor † Thuy Nguyen special intentions
Thursday, May 4 8:00 a.m. Michael Parker †
Friday, May 5 8:00 a.m Glenn W. Groff †
Saturday, May 6 8:00 a.m. All Souls, Nguyen family thanksgiving 5:00 p.m. Rolland Am Rhein † Phillip Edwards †
Sunday, May 7 7:30 a.m. For the people of the parish, liv & dec. 9:30 a.m. Rev. John Kenny, SS.CC.† 11:30 a.m. Gil & Naty Pelegrin, Aida Bernardino Branscum † 7:00 p.m. Mrs. Ruth Longo †
Let us remember...All those who have died, especially Rosa Phipps, Maurice “Mo” Hale and Helen McMullen. Phillip Seamount funeral Mass, May 13, 2:00pm at St. Joseph
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS OPEN HOUSE AND
INFORMATION SESSION Learn how to take full advantage of membership in the Knights of Columbus and
all associated Fraternal benefits on Thurs., May 11 at 6:30pm in
Notre Dame Hall. To R.S.V.P. or for information please contact
Brian Montone, 510-689-6998 or [email protected].
Dinner will be served and everyone is welcome!
WOMEN’S RETREAT Our Legion of Mary invites active members, women & men (18 years or older) who would benefit from a retreat to join them at St. Clare’s Retreat and Convent in Soquel, Ca on May 19 through 21. If you are interested please call Hermie Camerino at 510-769-2953 or email her at [email protected] more info about the St. Clare’s Retreat and Convent visit: www.stclaresretreatcenter.com
SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE
Preparation for registered, active parishioners should begin at least six months in advance of
the proposed wedding date. Please contact Fr. George, 995-9421 or
Mary Kovalitsky at 995-9420.
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
Please stop by the Parish office or check our website under “Sacraments” for information,
schedule and registration form for infant baptism (6 or younger)
or contact Mary, 995-9420.
For adults or children over age 6 please contact Anne Marie, 995-9409.
ARE YOU NEW TO OUR PARISH?
St. Joseph’s is an active and diverse parish. If you are new, please fill out a
registration form at the Parish Office, in the church’s vestibule or
online at www.sjbalameda.org
PLEASE SUBMIT BULLETIN INFORMATION TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO THE EVENT
PARISH STAFF
Anne Marie Fourre, Director of Faith Formation 510-995-9409……….…… [email protected]
Eric Bertelsen, Liturgy Coordinator 510-995-9404…..………[email protected]
Sr. Kim Nguyen, SSND Youth Ministry Coordinator 510-995-9574……………[email protected]
Liz Patrick, Bookkeeper 510-995-9550……………………[email protected]
David Howitt, Music Director 510-995-9403……………[email protected]
Michael Chinnavaso, 7 PM Music Coordinator 510-522-0181……………[email protected]
Tamara Centeno, Wedding Coordinator 510-282-4621…………[email protected]
Susan Gahan, Funeral arrangements & reception 510-522-0181 [email protected]
St. Vincent de Paul………………24-hour hot-line 510-995-9471
COMMUNITY STAFF
Ken Jennings, Principal of SJND High School 510-523-1526 ................ ……[email protected]
Dr. John Rizzo………..Principal of SJND Elementary School, 510-522-4456…………...…[email protected]
Deacon Matthew Murray, Campus Minister…… 510-995-9444……………………[email protected]
ST. JOSEPH BASILICA 1109 CHESTNUT STREET PHONE: 510-522-0181 — FAX: 510-522-2864
Email: [email protected] website: www.sjbalameda.org facebook.com/sjbalameda
ST. JOSEPH MINISTRIES Newcomers are welcome to join
All God’s Children Charismatic Prayer Group Monday, 7:00-9:00pm BAS Basilica Choir rehearsal Wednesday, 7:30-9pm BAS Bible Study Tuesday, 10:00-11:30am SJR Bible Study Thursday, 10:00-11:30am SJR Cub Scouts 1st Monday, 6:45-8:00pm SJR Children’s Choir Thursday, 4:00-5:00pm BAS Girl Scouts #33369 1st Wednesday, 7pm SJR Girl Scouts 2nd & 4th Wed., 6:15pm LC Grief Support 3rd Monday, 7:30-9:30pm DR Knights of Columbus 2nd Thursday, 7-8:30pm SJR
Legion of Mary Wed.,8:30-10:00am RR Legion of Mary Sat., 8:30-10:30am RR Pastoral Care Team 1st Sat. , 8:45-9:30am SJND Classroom #106 Rite of Christian Initiation / Inquiry Wed. 7:30-9:00pm LC Scripture Reflection Tuesday, 7 to 8:30pm SJR St. Vincent DePaul Society 4th Thursday 7:00-8:30pm SJR Taize Prayer Service 4th Friday, 8:00-9pm BAS 7pm Spirit Ensemble Thursday, 7:30-9:00pm BAS rehearsal
BAS/ Basilica SJR/ St. Joseph Room (in Parish Center) DR/ Damien Rm. (in Parish Center)
LC/ Learning Center RR/Reconciliation Room
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HOLY WEEK 2017
BULLETIN NUMBER 421600 CHURCH NAME AND ADDRESS St. Joseph Basilica 1109 Chestnut Street Alameda, CA 94501 TELEPHONE: 510-995-9420 CONTACT PERSON: Mary Kovalitsky EMAIL: [email protected] SOFTWARE: MS PUBLISHER 2007 ADOBE ACROBAT 9 ADOBE READER X ADOBE DISTILLER 0 WINDOWS XP PRINTER: Ricoh Aficio 2800 Super G3 TRANSMISSION TIME: Wednesday, 10am BULLETIN FOR SUNDAY: 04/30/2017 NUMBER OF PAGES SENT: 1 THROUGH 8 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: All Color Bulletin, eff. 8/31/14