St. Robert's Catholic Church |
1380 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno, CA 94066 |
Tel: (650) 589-2800 |
PARISH BULLETIN |
Dear Parishioners: In the tradition of the Church, this month of November is a time to pray for all those who have died. We pray that they might soon be with Christ their Redeemer in paradise. This year we remember in a special way all those who died so tragically on September 11th. If possible, try to come to Mass one weekday during the month to pray for them and for your loved ones who have died. Bishop Braxton of Lake Charles, Louisiana, recently gave a homily in which he spoke words that can benefit us:
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WEEKLY MASS INTENTIONS |
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READINGS FOR NEXT SUNDAY |
Wisdom 11:22- 12:2 |
Eucharist and Social Justice "Solidarity" is a term frequently used when we talk about the principles of social justice. Solidarity means that we stand with and are united with each other, especially with the weakest and most vulnerable of our brothers and sisters in the human family. The slogan "United We Stand" is an expression of solidarity. So is "the Body of Christ." Heres more from Fr. John A. Coleman, S.J. and St. John Chrysostom on Eucharist and social justice:
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As a Parish Community, we
Pray... |
WE CONGRATULATE THE NEWLY BAPTIZED |
Gianna Teresa Vasquez, |
WE CONGRATULATE THE NEWLY MARRIED |
Kathleen Bordin & Michael Biagini |
SICK RELATIVES AND FRIENDS |
We pray for the ill: Sharon Aiello, Marilyn Arancibia, Ilaria Belluomini, Bastiaan Blumenthal, Marcia Bourne, Ann Burns, Joseph Calleja, Arthur Candia, Josie Clarke, Nan Connolly, Ana Cosgaya, Imelda Daly, Walton & June Dickhoff, Sandra & William Dill, Carl Edwards, Adela Florez, Elsie Grech, Denise Hawald, Joanne Johnson, Koret Koelman, Muriel Krause, Josephine Lavoie, Marky, Daniel McHale, Rosemary McHale, Jeanne McHugh, Terry McLeod, Sal Milizio, Catherine Okulove, Leo Pieretti, Lee Shick, Mary Shick, Cyndy Smerdel, Pauline Speranza, Kari Stellino, Don Vickery, Ray Driscoll & Bernie Voight. ****Please call the Rectory if you have a friend or family member who is ill or in the hospital and would like a visit from our Clergy. |
YOUR EMERGENCY PRAYER NETWORK IS HERE |
The "Emergency Prayer Network" will pray for your specific intentions whenever some crisis arises in your life. If you call, our group will pray fervently for three days for you and your special intention. Call Michele Pipinich. We simply ask that you let us know how things turn out so that we can praise God for His faithfulness. |
Masses will be offered for All Souls throughout the month of November. Envelopes for the Mass intention of All Souls and your deceased loved ones are available at all entrances of the church. |
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LUNCH |
We are scheduled for the 2nd Wednesday of each month. If you can prepare a favorite cookie, snack or lunch items for 10 to 12 people, please drop it off at the Childrens Chapel, in the back of Church, by 9:00 am on Nov. 14th. Please pack the items in a non-returnable container. Frozen items can be donated. We appreciate all your help. |
IT'S TURKEY TIME....well, sort of: |
This Thanksgiving Season the members of our St. Vincent de Paul Society at St. Roberts are collecting Gift Certificates and Scrip from Albertsons, Lunardis, Safeway, & Molly Stones in lieu of frozen turkeys. Since some families do not have the facilities for cooking turkeys or may prefer hams, chicken or vegetables, we feel that scrip and gift certificates would be more appropriate. We will still be giving our canned food as in the past. Non-perishable food can be left in the vestibule of the church. You may write these certificates to St. Vincent de Paul and either mail them to the Rectory or drop them in their Rectory mailbox. Thanksgiving food and certificates will be given out on Saturday, November 17th. Thank you for your support, |
CHOIRS A-PLENTY! |
St. Roberts Childrens Choir has begun a new season. All St. Roberts youth from 2nd grade up are invited to participate in the Childrens Choir. For more information, call Ms. Baldomero at 583-5065 or Mr. Kelly at 589-2800. The adult choirs for 10:30, Noon, and 5:30 Masses have begun rehearsals for the Fall, Advent, and Christmas seasons. (We have the shopping malls beat for earliest Christmas music!) Come join the funall voices welcome! Call Pat Kelly for the 10:30 and 5:30 choirs, and Manny Ortiz for the Noon choir at 589-2800. |
THANK YOU! |
Sister Ita wishes to thank, very sincerely, all who helped to make her Boutique a success, especially those who donated items for sale, helped with publicity, priced the items, helped to setup, sell and tidy up. "God Bless you All!" |
"Do this as a remembrance of Me." 52 Reasons to Come to Mass Every Sunday. 1. To worship with our brothers and sisters in Christ in our own parish and around the world. 2. To show our kids how much our faith means to us. 3. To be united with all the billions of Catholics down through the ages who have shared in this same sacrifice and celebration. 4. To worship the Son of God made flesh. 5. To adore the Father as "the source and the end of all the blessings of creation and salvation". 6. To thank the Son for His redeeming sacrifice. 7. To glorify the Spirit, our advocate in heaven. 8. To recite the Gloria, one of the greatest hymns of praise ever composed. 9. To meditate upon all the saving events of Holy Week and the Resurrection of Easter Sunday. 10. To take time out from all the hustle and bustle of the week to experience a glimmer of the sacred. More to follow in the weeks to come |
We welcome you into our parish! Daniel DeLorenzo If youre new to St. Roberts, we ask that you complete a registration form (found in the vestibule of the church). Drop it either in the collection basket, the mail, or at the parish office. We will send you a New Parishioner Packet with information about the parish, its organizations and groups. |
MERCY BURLINGAME: All 6th, 7th and 8th grade families are invited to Mercy High Schools parent-student Open House on Sunday, November 4th at 1:00 p.m. RETROUVAILLE: A program for troubled marriages. November 16-18. A weekend program will be held at the Vallombrosa Center in Menlo Park. All couples who have physically or mentally "packed their bags" are invited to work on keeping their family intact. The weekend, and twelve, two hour follow-up sessions, will help couples heal and renew their families. The program is presented by three couples and a Catholic Priest. Call Ed and Peg Gleason (415) 221-4269; or email.edgleason@webtv.net for registration or information. More info about Retrouvaille is at www.retrouvaille.org. THE SISTERS OF MERCY at Marian Care Center in Burlingame will be holding their 7th Annual Christmas Boutique on Friday, November 16th and Saturday, Nov. 17th, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m, in the Activity Room at Marian. The proceeds of the sale go to the Activity and Recreation fund for our retired and disabled sisters. Refreshments will be available. |
OUTDOOR ED |
Family Pancake Breakfast THIS SUNDAY, Nov. 4th after 9:00 a.m. Mass, in the Hall. The proceeds will benefit Outdoor Education for the 6th grade class of St. Roberts. Cost is $3.00 for adults, $2.00 for children, and $10.00 maximum for each family. |
MEN'S CLUB MEETING |
Monday, Nov. 5, at 6:30 pm. Contact Dan Uroz for reservations. |
MEN'S CLUB 1ST ANNUAL MONTE CARLO NIGHT |
Saturday, Nov. 10th in Hennessy Hall. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. gaming from 7 to 11 p.m. $25.00 per person and $50.00 per couple, which includes a buffet dinner, complimentary champagne, Initial Buy-in. No-host Cocktails. Call Steve Belluomini or Dan Uroz for reservations and information on how to sponsor a table. |
WOMEN'S
GUILD |
Interested in selling your crafts? Rent a table at our craft night, Monday, Nov. 12th. The cost is $20 for 1 full table and $10 for half a table. Sign-up is on a first-come basis paid with a check. Please call Patty Ciraulo. Please join us for dinner - Doors open 6:30 pm. Cost is $10 by Nov. 5th, and $13 after Nov. 5th. Call Barbara Mitchell for reservations. |
CASH
FOR CLASS |
If you have shopped at Tanforan, please turn in your receipts at the info booth on the 2nd floor at Tanforan, in the vestibule of the Church, or the Rectory. For questions or more info Call Linda Cuddy. |
eScrip |
Did you know St. Robert Church and School participates in the eScrip program? This is a very easy way for us to earn money to benefit our Church and School. Heres how it works:
Give them a call at 1-800-592-0942 on line at eScrip.com or check the vestibule for more information. Our Group number is 137045398. If you are an Albertsons shopper we have a free Community Card that you show the cashier every time you shop. Albertsons will give us 2-5% of your purchase. No tracking, no fuss. Its easy!! If you would like a card or more info on how you can help us, call Linda Cuddy. |
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RETIRO Your Marriage: The Time of Your Lives What Shall I Give the Lord For All He Has Given to Me? Picking Up the Pieces Gratitude Means Service SAN DAMIANO RETREAT Mens Retreat Nov 16-18 AA Recovery Retreat Nov 23-25 ACDF Recovery Retreat Nov 30-Dec. 2 The Mall or the Manger? MERCY CENTER "Community in Uncertain Times" Nov. 17th |
TUESDAY, November 6th WEDNESDAY, November 7th THURSDAY, November 8th FRIDAY, November 9th SATURDAY, November 10th Sunday, November 11th |