St. Robert's Catholic Church |
1380 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno, CA 94066 |
Tel: (650) 589-2800 |
PARISH BULLETIN |
Dear Parishioners, Next week we will begin the collection for the Annual Appeal of the Archbishop. It enables the Archbishop to provide ministries, programs and services that benefit every parish. This year, the AAA 2000 assessment is $4.6 million. However, nearly $6 million will be allocated for ministries and services that benefit Catholics in San Francisco, San Mateo and Marin. Over half these funds will be provided by the Archbishops Annual Appeal. The remainder of the budget is funded from bequests, rents investment, and special gifts. Ministers, programs and services provided by the Archdiocese include:
Every parish and mission is assessed a share of the total $4.6 million goal. The Archbishops Stewardship council, based upon the parish assessment formula approved by the Council of Priests and individual circumstances, determines these assessments. Pastors are advised of their parish's assessment in a letter from the archbishop. It is the responsiblity of the parish to remit the entire assessment by December 31, 2000. Our assessment for 2000 is $79,000.00. Sincerely |
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JUBILEE BLESSINGS THIS WEEK TO: READINGS FOR NEXT SUNDAY IN THE HOUSE OF GOD Last week I received a phone call from Rev. Steven Brown, pastor of the Church of the Nazarene here in San Bruno. He called to say how pleased he was to have received the big card from St. Roberts that we had all signed two weeks ago at the beginning of Christian Unity Week. We had a very warm conversation, and I want to extend his gratitude and prayers to all of you. Congratulations to the parish for signing all those cards. It was a great act of love! Special thanks to MaryAnn Saisi and Mark, Hilda, Paul, and Eric Barradas for preparing and delivering the cards. The work and prayer for Christian unity is all a part of what we call it "the ecumenical movement." Ecumenism will be a big part of our RENEW 2000 faith-sharing discussions beginning the week of March 5th. Sign-up today! - Pat Kelly *We pray for the ill: Tony Coogan, Koret Koelman, Terry McLeod, Adela Florez, Ana Cosgaya, Peter Capodonicco, Rosemary McHale, Arthur Candia, Bastiaan Blumenthal, Muriel Krause, Sister Cabrini, Don Vickery, Jeanne McHugh, Catherine Cook, Ann Burns, Imelda Daly, Margarita Velez, Marky, Marlyn Arancibia, Marcia Bourne, Sandra Dill, Millie Blazina, Randall Guerro, Denise Hawald & Cyndy Smerdel. *We pray for the repose of the souls of: Joseph Bonetti and Bob, Ileana & Emily Ost. As a Parish Community, We Pray |
Dear Parishioners, Wisdom to live by: Ive learned that either you control your attitude or it controls you. Ive learned that heroes are the people who do what has to be done when it needs to be done, regardless of the consequences. Ive learned that money is a lousy way of keeping score. Ive learned that my best friend and I can do anything or nothing and have the best time. Ive learned that sometimes the people you expect to kick you when youre down will be the ones to help you get back up. Ive learned that sometimes when Im angry I have the right to be angry, but that doesnt give me the right to be cruel. Ive learned that true friendship continues to grow, even over the longest distance. Same goes for true love. Ive learned that just because someone doesnt love you the way you want them to doesnt mean they dont love you with all they have. Ive learned that maturity has more to do with what types of experiences youve had and what youve learned from them and less to do with how many birthdays youve celebrated. Ive learned that you shouldnt be so eager to find out a secret. It could change your life forever. Ive learned that two people can look at the exact same thing and see something totally different. Ive learned that no matter how you try to protect your children, they will eventually get hurt and you will hurt in the process. Ive learned that your life can be changed in a matter of hours by people who dont even know you . Ive learned that even when you think you have no more to give, when a friend cries out to you, you will find the strength to help. Ive learned that credentials on the wall do not make you a decent human being. Ive learned that the people you care about most in life are taken from you too soon. Sincerely, Father Ring |
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EVENING OF RENEW |
Join us for an Evening of Renew. Learn about small faith-sharing communities within St. Roberts that offer support and encouragement to get to know Jesus better and to live the gospel message. Renew gathers 10-12 people in homes for 6 weeks of prayer and faith sharing. Everyone interested in Renew is welcome to this Evening of Renew 2000. Bring your favorite dessert to share. |
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LUNCH |
It is our pleasure again to assist the San Mateo county Aids Clinic with their lunch program. We are scheduled for the 2nd Wednesday of each month. If you can prepare a favorite cookie, snack or lunch item for 10 to 12 people, please drop it off at the childrens chapel, in the back of church, by 9:15AM on February 9th. Please pack the items in a non-returnable container. Frozen items can be donated; they will be saved for a day when no other food is provided. Once again, thanks for all your help - its much appreciated. |
Mens Club Dinner/Meeting.....Tomorrow night, Feb. 7th we will have our Mens Club dinner/meeting. Please come join us. Make your reservations by calling Dan Uroz and reserve your spot! Dinner is $13. SOCIABLES.....Our next get-together will be on Feb. 27th at El Torito Restaurant. The address is 1590 Bayshore Hwy, Burlingame. This will be a Sunday brunch. The price per person is $16. Please call Bunny Moniz for reservations. |
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