St. Robert's Catholic Church |
1380 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno, CA 94066 |
Tel: (650) 589-2800 |
PARISH BULLETIN |
This is a reprint of the Youth
Anniversary Program Letter, Dear Parish Family, Tonight is a night of great celebration, not only for our Teens but also for the Parish as a whole. It is a celebration of the last year and tonight we ask Gods continuous blessings in the forthcoming year. This liturgy celebrates the Youth Groups Year of Growth and Grace. Though we have experienced our share of growing pains, there is nothing I would rather do more than youth ministry in this parish. Tonight I want to thank everyone in the parish who has been so generous not only to our Youth Group, but also to me. I feel very blessed to be able to serve the Lord here at St. Robert. This Church feels like home to me and our community has become like a second family to me. We have something very special in this Parish and it is truly my honor to be here. Tonight in a special way I want to thank all our Priest (past and present), our Nuns, our Deacon, the Parish Staff, the School Faculty and Staff, my fellow Youth Ministers, my family and friends, and the various individuals and Parish Groups, who have helped make the last year possible. Without all their generosity, love, support, and prayers, we would not have done as well as we did. In a very special way I want to thank my Core Team of Advisors, our Youth Mass musicians and singers, and most importantly our Teens. Without them, there would be no Youth Group or Youth Mass. I thank God everyday for you and ask his continued blessing upon each and everyone of you. Teens, tonight is our night of celebration. For you are not the future of the Church, but rather the present. Finally, on a personal note I just want to thank God. Not only is today our One Year Anniversary, but it is also my Grand parents 50th Wedding Anniversary and my mothers birthday. Tomorrow is one of my best friend, Williams birthday, and ask you to pray for him and his wife, Norma, as they had their first child, William Alexander, last week. He is the cutest thing in the world and another example of Gods infinite goodness. All and all this is a month of absolute blessing. Lord, all I can say is, THANK YOU. Juan Santos |
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION |
Pope John Paul II has declared October 17, 2004 till October 29, 2005 as the Year of the Eucharist, a time of special grace and energy for the church. We are to ask ourselves: Who the Eucharist is, not what the Eucharist is. Cardinal Jozef Tomko said at the opening of the Eucharistic Congress:
On Saturday, November 6th, and on every first Saturday of each month, we are privileged to be able to participate in Exposition of the Most Blessed Sacrament, following the 8:30 am Mass and continuing until Benediction at 10:00 am. Spending time with Jesus in silent prayer can bring about the changes our world so desperately needs. Come, Jesus is waiting! |
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SOULS' DAY ENVELOPES CAN BE FOUND ON THE |
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Monday
- November 1 |
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Mass Intention |
6:30 8:30 |
Mela Kelemete Joaquin Aguimatang |
School/Parent Teacher Conf. Men's Club Tea Meeting |
1:00p 6:00p 7:15p |
Mahoney Room Hall Mahoney Room |
Tuesday
- November 2 Readings: Wis 3:1-9 Ps 23:1-6 Rom 5:5-11 Jn 11:17-27 |
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Mass Intention | 6:30 8:30 7:30p |
All Souls All Souls All Souls |
Scripture Study School/Parent Teacher Conf. Religious Education Legion of Mary |
9:15a 1:00p 3:30p 6:30p |
Mary's Chapel Library Church/Hall Library |
Wednesday
- November 3 Readings: Phil 2:12-18 Lk 14:25-33 |
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Mass Intention | 6:30 8:30 |
All Souls Raffello & Angelina Stagnaro |
School/Parent Teacher Conf. 7th Gr. Cheerleading Choir Practice Bible Study Eucharistic Ministers Eucharistic Ministers |
1:00p 3:00p 7:00p 7:30p 9:00a 7:00p |
Library Hall Church Convent Chapel Mary's Chapel Mary's Chapel |
Thursday
- November 4 |
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Mass Intention | 6:30 8:30 |
In Thanksgiving All Souls |
School/Parent Teacher Conf. Religious Education RCIA |
1:00p 3:30p 7:00p |
Library Church/Hall Convent Chapel |
Friday
- November 5 |
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Mass Intention | 6:30 8:30 |
All Souls Cliff Buelow |
8th Gr. Cheerleading Parish Directory School/Parent Teacher Conf. |
3:00p 1-9:30p 1:00p |
Parking Lot Hall Mahoney Room |
Saturday
- November 6 |
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Mass Intention | 8:30 4:30 |
All Souls Deceased Members of Legion of Mary |
Parish Directory Eucharistic Adoration Computer Class |
8a-6p 9:00a 9:00a |
Hall Church Computer Room |
Sunday
- November 7 |
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Mass Intention | 7:30 9:30 11:30 5:00 |
Byron Montross Frank Fenech All Souls People of St. Robert's |
Fil/Am Choir Confirmation Class Youth Mass Youth Ministry |
10:00a 3:00p 5:00p 6:00p |
Hall Hall Church Hall |
As a Parish Community...We pray for all citizens of the United StatesMay the Holy Spirit guide us in our decisions as we participate in the national election on Tuesday. |
WE CONGRATULATE THE NEWLY BAPTIZED |
Grace Julianna Feldman, |
WE CONGRATULATE THE NEWLY MARRIED |
Jennifer Chiem & Jose Ramirez |
SICK RELATIVES AND FRIENDS |
We pray for the ill: Olga Aiello, Sharon Aiello, Marilyn Arancibia, Robert Bacci, Genaro Badiable, Lito Badiable, Patrick Burke, Maricris Candelaria, Arthur Candia, Carmen Capella, Josie Clarke, Nan Connolly, Cindy Corona, Ana Cosgaya, Walton Dickhoff, William & Sandra Dill, Dan Drew, Carl Edwards, Adela Florez, Jesse Grube, Claire Hamilton, Denise Hawald, Dominique Hauscarriague,Jr, Viko Ivancich, Joanne Johnson, Koret Koelman, Muriel Krause, Sisilia Langi, Shirley Latham, Josephine Lavoie, Austin Lehman, Lena Lucarotti, Michael Martinez, Daniel McHale, Rosemary McHale, Terry McLeod, Josie Mercado, Mary Novickas, Thomas O'Brien, David Papageorgiou, Lara Pinten, Jason Pimentel, James Piazza, Helen Restani, Mamo Scanlan, Pauline Speranza, Bill Stockinger, Justo Tan, Mafi Tukumoatu, Kristi Varni, Diana Walter & Jennifer Westbrook. |
We would like to update this list. Please review and call the rectory at 589-2800 if someone you know can be removed. |
Our sincere sympathy to the family
of |
CONSOLATION
MINISTRY |
St. Roberts Grief Support Group will hold a special meeting on Saturday, November 13th, in the Convent Chapel from 3:004:15 pm to help those who are facing the upcoming Holidays without their loved onespouse, child, sibling, parent, grandparent, grandchild, friend, relative. The gap left by a loss is felt most poignantly during these traditional times of celebrationThanksgiving & Christmas. We invite you to come and pray, share memories, comfort and be comforted. May Our Lady of Sorrows comfort you. Sister Patricia589-0104 |
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All Saints and All Souls All Souls, Día de los Muertos for our Spanish-speaking friends, connects us with those we love whove gone before us marked with the sign of faith, as the Eucharistic prayer says. Latino believers set up altars for the dead, with the favorite things the person loved and candles. It reminds us of the Native American custom of burying the deceased with food and drink for the journey home. The giving of Holy Communion with Extreme Unction used to be called Viaticum, literally with you on the way, expressing our belief that Jesus would accompany our beloved home to heaven. We believe that life is changed, not ended and our belonging to the Communion of Saints includes those who may be in-between, in that stage of purification we call purgatory. Our All Souls celebration affirms the heart of our faith: Jesus died and rose and so shall we. The cornstalks are dry now; the fields of ripe pumpkins and squash are ripe for the harvest. In a real sense, our beloved dead have reached their fullness and have been harvested home. The names of those whove died during the past year surround us, so their faith may strengthen us. Please feel free to bring a photo or prayer card of your loved ones whove died to place in Marys shrine; please print your name and phone number on the back so it can be returned to you after November. Those whove lost loved ones during the past year have received a special invitation to the 7:30 pm Mass on November 2. Please come join us. EM Workshop Revisited |
The Earth Charter Let ours be a time remembered for the awakening of a new reverence for life, the firm resolve to achieve sustainability, the quickening of the struggle for justice and peace, and the joyful celebration of life. |
Catholic Teaching On Solidarity The coming elections provide important opportunities to bring together our principles, experience, and community in effective public witness...As Catholics we need to share our values, raise our voices, and use our votes to shape a society that protects human life, promotes family life, pursues social justice and practices solidarity. -US Catholic Conference of Bishops Administrative Committee |
CHOOSE TOYS TO PROMOTE PEACE |
There are green fliers at the church entrances with suggestions for Christmas gifts which encourage creative, active, constructive and cooperative play instead of toys which promote violence. Please take one. |
THANKSGIVING FOOD COLLECTION |
As we prepare to thank God for all good things, let our hearts go out to our sisters and brothers who are less fortunate. Many find it difficult to feed, shelter and clothe their families. Baskets for your gifts of non-perishable food have been placed on the altar steps. Our St. Vincent de Paul Society will see to it that those members of our Parish Family in need will be touched by our love. Turkey gift certificates are also needed. |
RETROUVAILLE |
Catholic peer ministry for couples in hurting or troubled marriages, will begin a new program November 5-7. For further information, call Dave and Maria Elena Byron or Tony and Pat Fernandez or email: SF@RetroCA.com. |
There is an educational trust fund set up for Anthony and Alexis Ayllon. Please send donations to:
For more information contact Josette Reid. |
Mercy
Center Advent Day of Prayer - Dec. 4th New Years Meditation Intensive - Dec. 29Jan. 1 San Damiano Retreat Center Silent Advent Retreat - Birth of the Beloved -
Dec. 10-12 Come and See - An introduction to Christian Meditation
- Dec. 11th |
MEN'S CLUB |
St. Roberts Men's Club meeting November 1st at 6:00 p.m. at Hennessy Hall. Please RSVP to George Horton or Jim Brown. |
WOMEN'S CLUB CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE |
The Annual Womens Guild Craft night will be held on Monday, November 8th. The cost of a table is $10.00 and for one-half of a table is $5.00. Please contact Teresa Nussbaum to reserve your table! or email bnussbaum@earthlink.net. |
SOCIABLES |
Let's try again. How about a pre-holiday get-together on Nov. 14th at Dominic's which is located at the Poplar Golf Course in San Mateo? The time is 12 Noon. Please contact Bunny Moniz by 11/11/04. See you there. |
WOMEN'S RETREAT |
Our November 13 retreat day at Mercy Center is filling up quickly. If youd like to come, please pick up a pink form at one of the church entrances and get your reservation in soon. |
ADVENT WREATH MAKING SIGN-UPS |
Sign ups are being taken after all the Masses this weekend for individuals/families wishing to make an Advent wreath. Children are most welcome with parents. Evergreens, Oasis, a metal form, 4 candles and a plastic tray will be provided. The donation requested will depend on the wholesale price of the materials. If you have questions, please see or call Sr. Sheral at the rectory 589-2800. |
FIL/AM GROUP |
The Fil/Am Group has new officers as follows: Adelaida Gallagher as Chairperson. Committee members are: Thank you to all who helped make the San Lorenzo Ruiz celebration a success. New members are always welcome. For more information please call Adelaide Gallagher or Terry Thompson. |
ALL SOULS |
November is traditionally the month set aside by our church to commemorate and celebrate the memories of our departed loved ones. This year we will have a special Mass on the feast of All Souls, Tuesday, November 2nd at 7:30 p.m. All are invited to this liturgy. The names of those buried from St. Roberts will be read aloud by members of the consolation Ministry. We will have a special shrine erected in Our Ladys alcove in the church with their names inscribed in a Memorial Book. Please, bring pictures, memorial cards or flowers to place in this shrine all during November. We will also, post their names around the walls of the church, so that the faithful will be reminded of our departed loved ones each time they visit church. We are asking a special favor from you, the parishioners. We have recorded all those buried from Saint Roberts but would like to remember all of your departed loved ones that diedduring the past year. Call, e-mail or fax their names to the Rectory or to Sister Patricia by November 1st. It is a holy and wholesome thought to pray for the dead. |
A NEW
PARISH DIRECTORY SIGN UP THIS WEEKEND Photos will be taken in the Mahoney Room AVAILABLE PHOTO DATES ARE: Pick your date and sign up this weekend TELEPHONE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED |