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St. Robert's Catholic Church |
1380 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno, CA 94066 |
Tel: (650) 589-2800 |
PARISH BULLETIN |
| Dear Parishioners, Is any
among you sick? This Sunday we as a parish will celebrate the sacrament of The Anointing of the Sick during the 11:30 a.m. Liturgy. This sacred anointing of the sick was instituted by Christ our Lord as a true and proper sacrament of the New Testament. St. James encouraged his followers to pay special attention to those sick among them. We, today, are following his advice and our priests will anoint and pray for all in need of healing. This past week we celebrated the Baptism of Our Lord by John the Baptist. This celebration came very soon, just one day in the Church calendar, after the magnificent feast of the Magi, in where we see the Wise Men or Magi falling down in adoration before the infant in the manger. They offer homage to a little baby. They follow their heart and not their eyes to recognize Our Lord’s presence. Then we saw John the Baptist submitting to the will of God in the person of Jesus of Nazareth and performing the ritual of Baptism. John was rewarded for his obedience to Jesus’ request by seeing the heavens open and the Sprit of God descending like a dove and coming to rest on him, and hearing a voice from heaven tell him, “this is my Son, the Beloved, my favor rests on Him”. What were John’s reactions to this scene? What were his followers? John recognized Jesus but did his disciples? We were never told, but we do learn a great lesson from those two incidents in recognizing the presence of God in the unexpected. Yahweh is taking us by the hand every day and helping us to recognize Christ in our neighbor. This week, perhaps, we could look a little closer at all those who are sick, suffering or old and see the suffering Christ our Lord in them. God bless each of you, |
PARISH
OFFICE CLOSED |
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Monday
- January 16 |
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| Mass Intention | 8:30a | Kevin McKenna † |
| Tuesday
- January 17 Readings: 1 Sm 16:1-13 Mk 2:23-28 |
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| Mass Intention | 6:30a 8:30a |
In Thanksgiving David Vinal † |
| Scripture Study Religious Education Sr. Legion of Mary |
9:15a 3:30p 6:30p |
Mary's Chapel Church & Hall Library |
| Wednesday
- January 18 Readings: 1 Sm 17:32-33,37,40-51 Mk 3:1-6 |
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| Mass Intention | 6:30a 8:30a |
Maria Stefani † Kevin McKenna † |
| 7th Gr. Cheerleading SR Band Choir Practice Scripture Class |
3:00p 6:00p 7:00p 7:30p |
Hall Hall Church Conven t Chapel |
Thursday
- January 19 |
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| Mass Intention | 6:30a 8:30a |
Joan Zelnik † Catherine Guinnane † |
| Religious Education RCIA School Board Meeting |
3:30p 7:00p 7:30p |
Church & Hall Convent Chapel Mahoney Room |
Friday
- January 20 |
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| Mass Intention | 6:30a 8:30a |
John Schaeffer † Marie Yoest † |
| Cheerleading TIPPS |
3:00p 6:30p |
Hall Hall |
Saturday
- January 21 |
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| Mass Intention | 8:30a 4:30p |
Bill Wilson † Emiliano Francisco † |
| AA Meeting | 10:00a | Mahoney Room |
Sunday
- January 22 |
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| Mass Intention | 7:30a 9:30a 11:30a 5:00p |
Bernardo Mocelin † People of St. Robert's Manuel Falzon † Pat Forbush † |
| Fil/Am Choir Jr. Legion of Mary |
10:00a 12:30p |
Hall Mahoney Room |
| As a Parish Community We pray....O n this Martin Luther King weekend, that each member of the human family, regardless of age, gender, race, color or creed will find protection, not only in Civil Law, but in every human heart. |
WE CONGRATULATE THE NEWLY BAPTIZED |
Oscar Alvidrez, Jr. |
| Dear Parishioners We continue to ask each week that parishioners pray for the chronically ill of our parish. If you have a friend or loved one in need of our parish prayers please call the Rectory at 589-2800. Also, please remember our Emergency prayer network that prays for specific intentions that require a concerted effort due to their critical nature. To facilitate the network, please call Michele Pipinich at 589-4963. The network people then pray frequently for the next 72 hours. We would appreciate a return call with the outcome so we can praise God for His faithfulness. This week we pray for: |
Our sincere sympathy to the family
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TRAINING FOR MINISTERS TO THE BEREAVED |
The Archdiocese of San Francisco is offering an intensive training workshop for all those interested in learning about the Consolation/Bereavement Ministry. If you would like to attend and work with the St. Robert’s Consolation Ministry, please, call Sister Patricia 589-0104 for more information. To register for the training call Barbara Elordi at (415) 614-5506. The training dates are: Marin San Francisco |
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Our Christmas Collection now totals $42,735.15 |
FINAL CENTERPLATE REPORT |
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258 different individuals volunteered throughout the
year. GIANTS’ OPENING DAY 25% of the proceeds ($12,721.48) go to each of the following
entities: |
SIGN UP FOR E-CONTRIBUTIONS |
E-Contributions for January 4th collection were $3,613.39 Go to www.saintroberts.org and click on the e-contributions button. The first page explains the details. There is a button to take you to the e-paluch registration page. You can register online using either your checking account or credit card. There is no cost to you for this service. |
COMPUTER
CLASSES RESUME |
Saint Robert’s will be offering Computer Classes again this semester. Classes will be held on Saturday mornings from 9:15 to 10 :30 a.m. beginning February 4th, in the school Computer Lab. If you are interested please, call the rectory at 589-2800 or Sister Patricia at 589-0104 to register. |
CONSOLATION
MINISTRY |
Saint Robert’s Grief Support Group will hold a meeting on January 28th in the Convent Chapel from 3-4:15 p.m. (before the 4:30 p.m. Mass). Anyone who is suffering from the loss of a loved one—spouse, sibling, child, parent, friend or relative is invited to come and pray, share, comfort and be comforted. You are invited to bring a companion for support and strength. God bless and comfort you in your sorrow. Call Sister Patricia 589-0104 or any of the Consolation Ministry Committee. |
SAINT ROBERT'S CHURCH LIBRARY |
Spiritual Reading will be available at St. Robert’s after the Masses on Sundays. Please take a few minutes either before or after Mass and check out a book or two that interest you. You may keep the books until you have them read. We have some books on the Library cart but we have many more in the Library/Reconciliation room. Enjoy Reading |
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The Call of God In the gospel, John the Baptist has been preparing his followers for the coming of the Messiah and points him out to them, “Behold the Lamb of God.” He passes his disciples on to Jesus, the One who gives his own life meaning. Andrew, once he has spent the day with Jesus, goes to get his brother Simon and introduces him to Jesus. What about us? Are we being called to be instruments of God, like Eli, John the Baptist and Andrew were? Would we dare ask a young adult we know - nephew or niece, grandchild, neighbor – to consider being a sister, priest, brother or lay minister? We say that we value these vocations, but if we don’t encourage those we know who have the necessary qualities, how will God reach them? Peace, S. Sheral Our Blessed Diversity Many thanks to those who helped us celebrate the Feast of the Epiphany in 14 languages: Marķa Canjura and Emily Gonzalez, Spanish; You gave us a taste of what heaven will be like! |
WOMEN'S GUILD PRESENTS Saturday March 4th at 5 P.m. Tickets go on sale January 23rd at the Women's Guild meeting priced at $75 per person. For tickets sales after the 23rd contact Annetta Giambruno. Reserve rooms at a discounted rate of $89. Call (800) 411-7275 and mention St. Roberts. Come enjoy great food, live band “Spun” and wonderful company. |
SCRIPTURE CLASSES |
Resume on Wednesday evenings
beginning January 18th We will study the Gospel According to Luke. |
THE DIGNITY OF ALL LIFE |
Honoring Joseph Cardinal Bernadin’s powerful image of the “seamless garment” approach to life issues – respecting the dignity of human life from the moment of conception until natural death - the Respect Life program of the Archdiocese addresses abortion, euthanasia, the death penalty and bioethics. Next Sunday is the anniversary of Roe v. Wade, a ruling which has radically effected our country since its passage in 1973. Unfortunately, the controversy quickly became framed in terms of rights - the rights of the mother vs. the rights of the child. As evidenced by the questioning of Supreme Court nominee Samuel Alito, it is still one of the most divisive issues in our country. The annual Walk for Life will take place next Saturday, Jan. 21 beginning at 11 am at Justin Herman Plaza. It will be preceded by an 8 am Mass at St. Mary’s Cathedral. If you’d like more information or to register, please log onto www.walkforlifewc.com or call 415-586-1576. To become more informed on what Catholic organizations are doing about the life issues, there are several websites you can consult: National Right to Life Committee at www.nrlc.org; Democrats for Life at www.dfla.org; Archdiocese of San Francisco Office of Public Policy and Social Concerns at www.sfjustlife.org. |
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February 2006 17-18 Men's Spirituality 17-19 East West Retreat - A Contemplative Retreat 17-19 Retreat for Those Who Work with the Poor 19-24 Centering Prayer Teacher Training March 2006 4 Lenten Day of Prayer 4 Retiro de Cuaresma 5 Centering Prayer Introductory Session 12 Centering Prayer Follow-up Session 17-19 Mercy Center Bookstore Sale 24 Speaker Series: James Finley – Little Things that Fill The Whole World 25 Workshop with James Finley – On Spiritual Awakening 26 Centering Prayer Follow-up Session Vallombrosa Center February 2006 18 The journey of Pilgrimage and Wandering March 2006 4 “Forgiveness-The Healing Act 19 Drumming: Pathway to Healing |
DIVORCE RECOVERY COURSE |
Offered by the Separated and Divorced Catholics of the Archdiocese of San Francisco provides a chance to understand the emotional journey begun with the loss of a marriage. It will be held Sunday evenings January 29th through March 12th and will meet at St. Stephen Church, O’Reilly Parish Center, 451 Eucalyptus, San Francisco from 7 to 9 p.m. The cost of $45 includes materials. To register or for more information, call Vonnie at (650) 873-4236 or Susan at (415) 752-1308. |
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SCHOOL NEWS Applications for Kindergarten for the 2006/2007 school year will be accepted at the school office starting January 30th through February 3rd, from 9 am until 3 pm. Child must be 5 years of age by September 1, 2006. Please bring copies of the child’s birth certificate, baptismal record, social security card and a check for $30.00 to cover the testing fees. St. Robert School, mindful of its mission to be witness to the love of Christ for all, admits students of any race, color and national and/or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded to or made available to students at this school. St. Robert School does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, and national and/or ethnic origin, age, sex or disability in administration of educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs. |
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January 21st and 22nd |
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Saturday, 4:30 p.m. Mass |
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| Presider | Msgr. Dreier |
| Eucharistic Ministers | T. Dachauer (C), J. Scannell, C. Browne, Doug Hageman, Di Hageman, J. Hageman, R. Hanley, R. Aveson, C/M Noce |
| Lector | C. Aveson |
| Altar Servers | P. Cantane and J. Frank |
Sunday, 7:30 a.m. Mass |
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| Presider | Fr. Hung/Deacon Meyer |
| Eucharistic Ministers | E. Ruggiero (C), J. Aldinger, Y. Ignacio, L. Quintana, A. Buelow |
| Lectors | J. Moresco and A. Reyes |
| Altar Servers | A. Clifford and G. Pino |
| Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Mass | |
| Presider | Msgr. Dreier |
| Eucharistic Ministers | V. Yanke (C), J. Yanke, R. Valdez, L. Canaya, B. Canaya, G. Tolentino, M. Saisi, K. Semenza, M. Blumenthal |
| Lectors | J. Valdez and J. Shick |
| Altar Servers | N. Antonis and A. Finocchiaro |
| Sunday, 11:30 a.m. Mass | |
| Presider | Fr. Marini |
| Eucharistic Ministers | G. May (C), R. Benavente, C. Pacas, R. Pacas, V/L Piccinini, H. Mantler, M. Giusti B. Chester, S. Lucchese, S. Stefaniuk |
| Lectors | F. Firpo aqnd B. Baxter |
| Altar Servers | C. Norton and M. Norton |
Sunday, 5:00 p.m. Mass |
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| Presider | Fr. Healy |
| Eucharistic Ministers | T. Thompson (C), R. Atkinson, I. Reyes, E. Donnelly, M. Santiago, M. Koski, M. Huntington, J. Arellano, B. Rodriguez |
| Lector | C. Landholt |
| Altar Servers | V. Lopez and A. Diaz |
