This evening's Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament with Adoration (Thursdays at 5:30 PM) has been canceled.
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity 2022
January 18 - January 25, 2022
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God of every nation, creator of every human life, the Lord Jesus Christ, the Word of God, has been made manifest in human history by becoming one of us and one with us. Born in a stable, born in homelessness, he is our King and Lord. The Magi bore witness to the Light of hope coming into the world as they faithfully followed the star, coming from foreign lands in the East, until arriving in Bethlehem of Judea.
The solidarity of God with created humanity in this gift of Epiphany calls us to a life of solidarity with the homeless, the refugee, the weakest, and the rejected. We are all human beings worthy of redemption and prepared by that redeeming love to the glory of your Kingdom. Help us, O gracious Lord, to do this in unity and peace.
As we who bear the name of Christian, from the days of the church at Antioch, hold a special place in our hearts for the ancient Christian communities in the land we call holy, remind us to continually respond to our baptismal promises to you, who said through your Spirit at the Jordan, “This is my Son, the Beloved, with whom I am well pleased.”
Help your Church, merciful One, to be a light for unity within itself and a beacon of hope for all humanity. We ask this through Jesus Christ, who with you and the Holy Spirit reign as One God for ever and ever. Amen.
Prayer from https://www.usccb.org/committees/ecumenical-interreligious-affairs/week-prayer-christian-unity-2022
To read a message from the Vatican on the Week of Christian Unity, click here.
To view the Diocese of Stockton's webpage on Catholic Social Teaching, click here.
The solidarity of God with created humanity in this gift of Epiphany calls us to a life of solidarity with the homeless, the refugee, the weakest, and the rejected. We are all human beings worthy of redemption and prepared by that redeeming love to the glory of your Kingdom. Help us, O gracious Lord, to do this in unity and peace.
As we who bear the name of Christian, from the days of the church at Antioch, hold a special place in our hearts for the ancient Christian communities in the land we call holy, remind us to continually respond to our baptismal promises to you, who said through your Spirit at the Jordan, “This is my Son, the Beloved, with whom I am well pleased.”
Help your Church, merciful One, to be a light for unity within itself and a beacon of hope for all humanity. We ask this through Jesus Christ, who with you and the Holy Spirit reign as One God for ever and ever. Amen.
Prayer from https://www.usccb.org/committees/ecumenical-interreligious-affairs/week-prayer-christian-unity-2022
To read a message from the Vatican on the Week of Christian Unity, click here.
To view the Diocese of Stockton's webpage on Catholic Social Teaching, click here.
Live Theater Production! |
Tolton: From Slave to Priest
We are excited to announce that we will bring the St. Luke Production of Tolton: From Slave to Priest to our parish in January 2022! The story of Venerable Father Augustus Tolton is phenomenal. This is exciting live theater production promotes faith, reconciliation, and healing.
When: Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at 7:00 pm. Where: Church of the Presentation - Community Center Cost: Free-will offering HURRY! Space is limited, so reserve your seat now! Reservations may also be made by calling the Ministry Center at 209-472-2150. |
OUR DOOR IS OPEN, OUR TABLE IS SET: THERE IS A PLACE FOR YOU HERE! |
Mass ScheduleALL MASSES WILL BE INSIDE THE CHURCH. Bring your own chair to sit outside if you are uncomfortable being inside and/or if the church fills up (more pews will be available). The Sunday, 10:30 AM and 7:00 PM (Spanish) Masses, 7:00 AM Daily Masses, Weekday Spanish Masses, and Eucharistic Adoration will be livestreamed on our Facebook page. After the celebration, the recordings will also be available on our YouTube channel and website. It has once again been made obligatory for Catholics in our diocese to attend Mass on Sundays.
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Thank you for being a blessing to the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church! We ask that you keep our parish community in your prayers during this difficult time and continue to provide your support to the parish. You may contribute through our ConnectNow Online Giving portal by clicking on the ConnectNow Giving image below. We also have text giving to make it easy to donate from your phone.
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2021-2022 Stewardship Renewal
Stewardship Renewal is among us! We ask that you pray about your role in our parish. Reflect on how you are involved: Do you serve in parish ministries? Do you come to parish-wide events? Are you taking steps to improve your spiritual life and further study your Catholic Faith? If you haven’t done so already, please complete and return your Commitment Card (one per family).
Our goal is to be a Stewardship Parish - a community who is noticeably committed to prayer, parish ministry, and generous financial support. All three are equally important. May God bless you as you make your commitments.
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MASSES THIS WEEK
Out of an abundance of caution and to avoid contagion, we have canceled the 12:15 pm Masses this week. Fr. Mark has tested positive for Covid-19. He is feeling much better and will end his quarantine soon. Liturgy of the weekOUR PARISH - 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time / 2° Domingo de tiempo ordinario
For the Lord delights in you. . . . - Isaiah 62:4
Sing to the Lord a new song. . . . - Psalm 96:1 To each individual the manifestation of the Spirit is given for some benefit. - 1 Corinthians 12:7 Do whatever he tells you. - John 2:5 God love us and delights in us. How will we respond this week? The Spirit is given to us. How will we listen and act this week? 
Segundo Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario "Porque Yahveh se complacerá en ti" - Isaías, 62 - Bíblia Católica Online "Cantad a Yahveh un canto nuevo" - Salmos, 96 - Bíblia Católica Online "7.A cada cual se le otorga la manifestación del Espíritu para provecho común" - I Corintios, 12 - Bíblia Católica Online "«Haced lo que él os diga.»" - Juan, 2 - Bíblia Católica Online Dios nos ama y se deleita en nosotros. ¿Cómo responderemos esta semana? El Espíritu nos es dado. ¿Cómo escucharemos y actuaremos esta semana? Follow along during the Mass
To view the Livestream of our 10:30 AM & 2:15 PM Masses, visit our Facebook page. Readings, in English, may be located on our Parish News. To view full readings, please click here. FR. MARK'S REFLECTIONS AND ARTICLES / REFLEXIONES Y ARTÍCULOS DEL P. MARK
Gospel Meditation
GOD’S WAY OF LOVING US “As bridegroom rejoices in his bride so shall your God rejoice in you.” (Isaiah 62:5). God loves us so much, that he sent his only Son to be the bridegroom of the Church. (Cf. John 3:16 and today’s Gospel John 2:1-11). This is the theme of the Gospel of John, which begins and ends with two wedding scenes. Both Cana and Calvary are depicted as wedding scenes. Scholars relate this to the fact that in John’s Gospel there are only two places where wine is mentioned: at Cana and as sour wine is lifted to the lips of Jesus as he drinks his cup of covenant suffering. These are also the only two scenes in the Gospel of John where the mother of Jesus is mentioned: the “woman” who is the New Eve for Christ, the New Adam. (Cf. John 19:26) The covenant marriage of Jesus is also a major theme of the Gospel of Luke, which will be read almost every Sunday this year. (Today we hear the story of the Wedding of Cana from John’s Gospel only because it relates to last Sunday’s Feast of Epiphany.) Luke knew well the Jewish concept of “covenant”, even though he was not himself of Jewish ancestry. He was a gentile, born into a family that had converted to Judaism. Other scholars say that it was Luke himself who had decided to convert to the religion of Israel. Regardless, Luke had studied the Old Testament and he knew that the word “covenant” meant “a legal way of joining a family.” Two examples of the covenant are adoption and marriage. So as he wrote his book about the life of Jesus, Luke was very aware that Jesus had come to make us one with God in a permanent family bond. We become his adopted children in baptism, and we become his very flesh in the Sacrament “of the new and everlasting Covenant” that he established at the Last Supper and on the Cross. (Cf. Luke 22:20) What more could he have done for us? With so many of us sick or suffering from the inconveniences and conflicts of the pandemic, we are reminded that Jesus has made a covenant promise to love us “in sickness and in health.” Certainly, also, his people are being deservedly cleansed from our sins: “Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her to make her holy, cleansing her by the washing with water.” (Ephesians 5:25) “…Because the Lord disciplines the one he loves, and he chastens everyone he accepts as his son.” (Hebrews 12:6) We can look forward to a New Year filled with assurances that we are loved by our God! -Fr. Mark
MEDITACIÓN EVANGÉLICO COMO NOS AMA DIOS “Como el esposo goza con su esposa, así harás las delicias de tu Dios”. (Isaías 62:5). Tanto amó Dios al mundo, que dio a su Hijo para para que el sea el esposo de la Iglesia. (Cf. Juan 3,16 y Evangelio de hoy Juan 2,1-11). Este es el tema del Evangelio de Juan, que comienza y termina con dos escenas de boda. Tanto Caná como el Calvario son escenas de boda. Los expertos de la Biblia explican que en el Evangelio de Juan solo hay dos lugares donde se menciona el vino: en Caná y cuando el vino agrio se lleva a los labios de Jesús mientras bebe su copa de sufrimiento del pacto. Estas son también las dos únicas escenas del Evangelio de San Juan donde se menciona a la madre de Jesús: la “mujer” que es la Nueva Eva para Cristo, el Nuevo Adán. (Cf. Juan 19,26) La alianza matrimonial de Jesus con su pueblo es también un tema principal del Evangelio de San Lucas, que se leerá casi todos los domingos de este año. (Hoy escuchamos la historia de las Bodas de Caná del Evangelio de Juan solo porque se relaciona con la Fiesta de la Epifanía del domingo pasado). Lucas conocía bien el concepto judío de “pacto”, a pesar de que él no era de la raza judía. Era un gentil, nacido en una familia que se había convertido al judaísmo. Otros piensan que fue Lucas quien decidió convertirse a la religión de Israel. Sea lo que sea, Lucas había estudiado el Antiguo Testamento y sabía que la palabra "alianza" significaba "una forma legal de unirse a una familia". Dos ejemplos del pacto son la adopción y el matrimonio. Entonces, cuando Lusas escribió su libro sobre la vida de Jesús, estaba muy consciente de que Jesús había venido para unirnos con Dios en un vínculo familiar permanente. Nos convertimos en sus hijos adoptivos en el bautismo, y nos convertimos en su misma carne en el Sacramento “la alianza nueva sellada con mi sangre” que él estableció en la Última Cena y en la Cruz. (Cf. Lc 22,20) ¿Qué más podía haber hecho por nosotros? Con tantos de nosotros enfermos o sufriendo por los inconvenientes y conflictos de la pandemia, se nos recuerda que Jesús hizo una promesa de pacto de amarnos “en la salud y en la enfermedad”. Ciertamente, también, su pueblo está siendo merecidamente limpiado de nuestros pecados: “Cristo amó a la Iglesia y se entregó a sí mismo por ella, bañandola en el agua…”. (Efesios 5:25) “Pues el Señor corrige al que ama y castiga al que recibe como hijo”. (Hebreos 12:6) ¡Podemos esperar un Año Nuevo lleno de seguridades de que somos amados por nuestro Dios! -Fr. Marcos 
To view the resources that the diocese has put together, please visit stocktondiocese.org/relearning-the-mass (English) and stocktondiocese.org/aprendiendo-la-misa (Spanish). |
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POSTPONED - Until Monday, January 24th
The first session of the upcoming faith formation "Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life" has been postponed and will NOT take place until Monday, January 24th. 
To download the full description from Fr. Joe, click here.
"Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life Study Set" (Includes: book, workbook, timeline chart, online access for one year) Purchase through Ascension Press by clicking here. "Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life Book" (Book only) Purchase through Ascension Press by clicking here. 
You may also visit their website: https://presentationknights.org/event/crab-feed/
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DIOCESE OF STOCKTON/DIÓCESIS DE STOCKTON
Bishop Cotta's Corner
Bishop Cotta's Monthly Reflection
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To read Bishop Cotta's Monthly Reflection for the New Year,
click here (English). To read Bishop Cotta's Monthly Reflection for the New Year, click here (Spanish). |
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To view the Rosary Army's guide on how to pray the rosary, click here (English)
To view the Rosary Army's guide on how to pray the rosary, click here (Spanish) To read Bishop Cotta's COVID-19 Update, click here (English). To read Bishop Cotta's COVID-19 Update, click here (Spanish). |
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“Our Lady showed us a great sea of fire which seemed to be under the earth. Plunged in this fire were demons and souls in human form.... ”
(Lúcia dos Santos, Visionary of Fátima)
The terrifying and horrific vision of hell, which the Shepherd Children witnessed, “lasted but an instant.” Lúcia tells us: “We looked up at Our Lady, who said to us, so kindly and so sadly: ‘You have seen hell where the souls of poor sinners go. When you pray the Rosary, say after each mystery: O my Jesus, forgive us, save us from the fire of hell. Lead all souls to heaven, especially those who are most in need.’”
Our Lady instructed the Little Shepherds: “Sacrifice yourselves for sinners, and say many times, especially whenever you make some sacrifice: ‘O Jesus, it is for love of You, for the conversion of sinners, and in reparation for the sins committed against the Immaculate Heart of Mary.’”
To view the bishop's full letter, please click here.
(Lúcia dos Santos, Visionary of Fátima)
The terrifying and horrific vision of hell, which the Shepherd Children witnessed, “lasted but an instant.” Lúcia tells us: “We looked up at Our Lady, who said to us, so kindly and so sadly: ‘You have seen hell where the souls of poor sinners go. When you pray the Rosary, say after each mystery: O my Jesus, forgive us, save us from the fire of hell. Lead all souls to heaven, especially those who are most in need.’”
Our Lady instructed the Little Shepherds: “Sacrifice yourselves for sinners, and say many times, especially whenever you make some sacrifice: ‘O Jesus, it is for love of You, for the conversion of sinners, and in reparation for the sins committed against the Immaculate Heart of Mary.’”
To view the bishop's full letter, please click here.
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WEEKLY UPDATE: https://dioceseofstockton.flocknote.com/WeeklyUpdate
Or Text “DOSWU” to 84576 on your phone.
BISHOP COTTA’s REFLECTIONS: https://dioceseofstockton.flocknote.com/BishopsReflectio
Did you know that you can sign up to receive “Flocknote” emails from the diocese? Use the below links to sign up for two of the most popular Flocknotes from the Diocese of Stockton Pastoral Center and keep up to date with all of their latest information.
WEEKLY UPDATE: https://dioceseofstockton.flocknote.com/WeeklyUpdate
Or Text “DOSWU” to 84576 on your phone.
BISHOP COTTA’s REFLECTIONS: https://dioceseofstockton.flocknote.com/BishopsReflectio
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The Diocese of Stockton is proud to introduce its very own podcast network. The network is the faithful's one stop shop to hear what's going on around the diocese. Series and shows featured on the podcast network will be informative, engaging stories on people, ministries and parishes from around the diocese. Voices of Ministry is the first original series from the diocesan podcast network. The series introduces listeners to Diocesan Pastoral Staff and Parish Representatives as they discuss how their work positively impacts the diocese. Ep. 1 of the series is on Evangelization & Faith Formation and features Grace Garza Ayala, Director of Evangelization and Faith Formation for the Diocese of Stockton and Joanna McCormack, Director of Religious Education for St. Joachim in Lockeford.
Listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-diocese-of-stockton-podcast-network/id1550374924 or here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2s9a60nyXCF5AnLAq2v2sb?si=GzENZUK_QP2Nn-JhFumaeA |
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School of Ministry
Looking for opportunities to grow in faith? Consider registering in online courses through the School of Ministry – University of Dayton Partnership.
Course offerings for Cycle 6 (August 22 - September 25, 2021) Cycle 6 Registration: Opens July 7, 2021, and closes August 18, 2021 Cycle 6 Courses in English ITM (English): Understanding Culture in Ministry: Building Bridges TLM (English): Introduction to Canon Law (In Person Course - Register Here) Contact: Diocese of Stockton School of Ministry 209-466-0636 To view the full brochure, click here. |
¿Busca oportunidades para crecer en su fe? Considere inscribirse en cursos en línea a través de la asociación de la Escuela de Ministerio y Universidad de Dayton.
Cursos ofrecidos en el Ciclo 6 (del 22 de agosto al 25 de septiembre de 2021) Inscripción para el Ciclo 6: Abre el 7 de julio de 2021 y cierra el 18 de agosto de 2021. Cursos Ciclo 6 en Español ITM (Español): Herramientas y Habilidades Interculturales para el Ministerio TLM (Español): Introducción al Derecho Canónico (Curso en Persona - Registrese Aquí) Contact: Diocese of Stockton School of Ministry 209-466-0636 Para ver el folleto completo, haga clic aquí. |
Faith Formation Opportunities
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Catechist Specialization:
For questions, please email the diocese at EFF@stocktondiocese.org. For course details, click here. For on-going formation through the Diocese of Stockton, click here. |
Especialización para Catequistas
Para más información del curso, haga clic aquí. Enviar tus preguntas a EFF@stocktondiocese.org Visita el enlace On-going Formation - Diocese of Stockton - Stockton, CA |
Support
New Technology for the Parish: FORMED, Smartphone App, and Bulletin
Father Mark has graciously gifted our parish with a one-year subscription to the FORMED website!
FORMED is a part of the Augustine Institute and is a technology platform for the delivery of award-winning Catholic content, children’s programming, audio talks, e-books, and more. The Formed site can be accessed online, through the FORMED smartphone app, on Apple TV, and Roku.
¡Un regalo del Padre Mark!
¡Aprender y vivir la belleza de tu fe católica, nunca había sido tan fácil! Puedes hacerlo en casa o en tus trayectos desde cualquier dispositivo conectado a internet. Encontrarás cientos de libros, presentaciones en audio, películas, documentales y programas de estudio en video… hay algo para ayudar a cada miembro de la familia a profundizar en su relación con Cristo y su Iglesia.
FORMED is a part of the Augustine Institute and is a technology platform for the delivery of award-winning Catholic content, children’s programming, audio talks, e-books, and more. The Formed site can be accessed online, through the FORMED smartphone app, on Apple TV, and Roku.
¡Un regalo del Padre Mark!
¡Aprender y vivir la belleza de tu fe católica, nunca había sido tan fácil! Puedes hacerlo en casa o en tus trayectos desde cualquier dispositivo conectado a internet. Encontrarás cientos de libros, presentaciones en audio, películas, documentales y programas de estudio en video… hay algo para ayudar a cada miembro de la familia a profundizar en su relación con Cristo y su Iglesia.
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You are invited to click the link below, for the FORMED website, where you may create a FREE account as a parishioner of Presentation. After a few simple steps, you'll be able to access and enjoy all that FORMED has to offer!
There are a few easy steps for new parishioners to Sign Up on FORMED:
To view step-by-step instructions, please click here. If you are already a member of FORMED, then click here to access their website (then click 'Sign In' located in the upper right corner of the screen). Please note that if you attempt to sign in on a new device or through the FORMED app, then you will be sent a verification email before being allowed access again. |
You can also scan the QR Code with your smartphone.
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PARISH SMARTPHONE APP
Church of the Presentation is excited to announce the anticipated release of our own parish smartphone app. This new app is now available for parishioners to download on both Apple iPhones and Android phones. We expect the features and capabilities of our new app to foster a stronger sense of community and faith in the daily lives of all parishioners. Church of the Presentation will be able to communicate quickly and easily with all parishioners via messages and notifications to keep you in the loop with what is going on in our Church. You will then be able to quickly reply to messages. Other features will include:
As you can see, this app offers a lot of capabilities for improving parish communication and serving as a faith-building resource. It is well-thought out and should become a real asset to complement our daily faith lives. Please pass this info along to anyone who may be interested or whom it may benefit from the Church of the Presentation App. The more people who use and participate, the stronger our Catholic community will become. Download our app today by clicking here, at myparishapp.com, or search your phone's app store for "myparish". 
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APLICACIÓN PARROQUIAL PARA TELÉFONOS INTELIGENTES
La iglesia de la Presentación se complace en anunciar el lanzamiento anticipado de nuestra propia aplicación parroquial para teléfonos inteligentes. Esta nueva aplicación es ahora disponible para que los feligreses la descarguen en los teléfonos Apple iPhone y Android. Esperamos que las características y capacidades de nuestra nueva aplicación fomenten un sentido más fuerte de comunidad y fe en la vida diaria de todos los feligreses. La Iglesia de la Presentación podrá comunicarse rápida y fácilmente con todos los feligreses a través de mensajes y notificaciones para mantenerlo al tanto de lo que está sucediendo en nuestra Iglesia. Entonces podrá responder rápidamente a los mensajes. Otras características incluirán:
Como puede ver, esta aplicación ofrece muchas capacidades para mejorar la comunicación de la parroquia y servir como un recurso de construcción de fe. Está bien pensado y debería convertirse en un activo real para complementar nuestra vida diaria de fe. Comparta esta información a cualquier persona que pueda estar interesada o que pueda beneficiarse de la aplicación Iglesia de la Presentación. Cuantas más personas usen y participen, más fuerte se volverá nuestra comunidad católica. Descargue nuestra aplicación hoy en myparishapp.com o busque "myparish" en la tienda de aplicaciones de su teléfono. 
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We have a BRAND NEW BULLETIN!
We are excited to start using our new publisher, LPi. Our weekly bulletins will be available:
Printed bulletins are currently not available per the guidance of the public health officials and our diocese. It's not too late to place an advertisement in our bulletins! The ad section will be included in the online and emailed version! To learn more, you can either call Gina at (916) 200-8979, or email her at GShaughnessy@4LPi.com. Thank you for your consideration and support! |
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FR. MARK'S REFLECTIONS AND ARTICLES / REFLEXIONES Y ARTÍCULOS DEL P. MARK
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A message from Fr. Mark:
Happy Feast of St. Andre Bessette! January 6 is the anniversary of the death of “Frere Andre”, the miracle-worker of Montreal. When he died in 1937, approximately one million people came to his funeral services because he was famous for curing sick people. He would pray to St. Joseph, and many thousands of people were cured during his lifetime as well as after his death. Pope Francis has declared this year 2021 to be the year of St. Joseph, who is the most powerful saint in heaven! Let us be like St. Andre Bessette and try to increase our love for St. Joseph, so that he will help us love Our Lord and Our Lady as he did! I have written an article on St. Andre Bessette and St. Joseph. To read it, please click here. Fr. Mark Wagner To read Fr. Mark's articles, please click on the links below. Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, November 21, 2020 Saint Robert Bellarmaine Saint Thérèse of Lisieux Padre Pio of Pietrelcina 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time - September 6, 2020 Saint Josephine Bakhita (English) Santa Josefina Bakhita (Spanish) Saint Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (English) Santa Teresa Benedicta de la Cruz (Spanish) Venerable Augustus Tolton (English) |
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Second Collections / Segundas colecciones
Thank you for your continued support of our parish! Donation envelopes have been ordered and are in the mail. Some parishioners have already received their boxes of envelopes. If you have not received your box of envelopes yet, it is likely in transit with USPS. We have been notified by USPS that they are experiencing unprecedented volume increases and limited employee availability due to the impacts of COVID-19. We appreciate your patience and support.
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January 2022:
No date: Initial Offering January 1: Solemnity of Mary January 2: Weekly Envelope January 2: Church in Latin America January 9: Weekly Envelope January 9: Building & Maintenance January 16: Weekly Envelope January 16: Parish Assessment January 23: Weekly Envelope January 23: Parish School Scholarship January 30: Weekly Envelope January 30: 5th Sunday Fund February 2022: February 6: Weekly Envelope February 13: Weekly Envelope February 20: Weekly Envelope February 20: Building & Maintenance February 27: Weekly Envelope February 27: Religious Education Ministries March 2022: March 2: Ash Wednesday March 6: Weekly Envelope March 6: Black and Indian Missions March 13: Weekly Envelope March 13: Building & Maintenance Not Dated: Easter Flowers March 20: Weekly Envelope March 27: Weekly Envelope March 27: Catholic Relief Services |
April 2022:
April 3: Weekly Envelope April 3: Building & Maintenance April 10: Weekly Envelope April 10: Parish Assessment April 14: Holy Thursday April 15: Holy Land Collection April 17: Easter Sunday April 24: Weekly Envelope April 24: Catholic Homes Mission Appeal (CHMA) May 2022: May 1: Weekly Envelope May 1: Priests' Retirement May 8: Weekly Envelope May 15: Weekly Envelope May 15: Building & Maintenance May 22: Weekly Envelope May 22: Catholic Communication Campaign (5/29) May 29: Weekly Envelope May 29: 5th Sunday Fund June 2022: June 5: Weekly Envelope June 5: Building & Maintenance June 12: Weekly Envelope June 19: Weekly Envelope June 19: Parish School Scholarship June 26: Weekly Envelope June 26: Collection for the Holy Father (Peter's Pence) |
The USCCB created a short reflection on the 2020-2021 Respect Life theme, “Live the Gospel of Life.” It explores how Jesus becoming man and redeeming us through his humanity reveals the dignity of all human life and how the Gospel of life is therefore essential to our identity as followers of Christ.
To read the reflection in English, click here.
To read the reflection in Spanish, click here.
To read the reflection in English, click here.
To read the reflection in Spanish, click here.
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Employment opportunities
OUR PARISH
To view more information about any of the above the positions, please click here or visit the ‘Employment Opportunities’ page on our website.
DIOCESE OF STOCKTON
To view more information about either of these positions, please click here or visit the ‘Employment Opportunities’ page on the Diocese of Stockton website.
- MINISTER OF MUSIC - The Minister of Music position is a full time, exempt and at-will position serving all liturgical celebrations including, but not limited to, weekend Masses, children’s Masses, Christmas, Easter, Holy Week, Holy Days of Obligation, Penance Services, special celebrations, Funerals and Weddings. The purpose of this ministry is to assist in leading the parish community to worship and to pray in collaboration with the priest-presider and all other liturgical ministers fostering full, conscious, and active participation. Must possess a professional proficiency in organ playing and accompanying soloists/choirs.
- RECEPTIONIST - Church of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary is seeking an energetic candidate to join our parish office who is highly professional, detail oriented, and able to multitask. The ideal candidate will have an excellent customer service background, work well under pressure, enjoy working, and will be genuinely positive and enthusiastic.
- YOUTH MINISTER - FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME - PRESENTATION CHURCH: This position implements the parish’s commitment to total youth ministry in a comprehensive manner. Youth Ministry’s overall goal is to evangelize youth in five ways: formation, fellowship, liturgy, service, and family life.
To view more information about any of the above the positions, please click here or visit the ‘Employment Opportunities’ page on our website.
DIOCESE OF STOCKTON
To view more information about either of these positions, please click here or visit the ‘Employment Opportunities’ page on the Diocese of Stockton website.
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FOOD PANTRY DISTRIBUTION The Church of the Presentation Food Pantry is currently distributing food on the first and third Saturdays of the month. The distribution dates for the month of February are on Saturday, February 5, 2022 and Saturday, February 19, 2022. The Food Pantry drive-thru will begin at 7:00 AM and run until approximately 8:30 AM, or until there is no food remaining. During the current Covid-19 pandemic the Food Pantry is utilizing a drive-thru approach where people will STAY in their cars and the food will be placed in their trunks. There will be no physical contact. |
CELEBRATING MASS DURING COVID-19 / MISA DURANTE COVID-19
New Guidelines for Sunday Masses as of July 31, 2021
1. Since June 27, it has once again been made obligatory for Catholics in our diocese to attend Mass on Sundays, unless they are unable to do so because of ill health or other serious reasons. The dispensation from the obligation to participate in Mass which had been given to us during the pandemic will now be abrogated and the obligation will be reinstated. However, those who are not comfortable attending in-person may request further dispensation from their pastor. Those who are ill, vulnerable to serious illness, or caring for a vulnerable person have a serious reason to refrain from participation in Sunday Mass and do not need to obtain this special dispensation. 2. Please DO NOT ATTEND MASS if you are unwell. Just as in pre-Pandemic, we should all be respectful of others if we are not well. Those who are not feeling well or have symptoms consistent with COVID-19 must not attend Mass. 3. Our parish will continue to provide Livestream Masses for the sake of those who are sick and homebound. 4. Outdoor Masses will be discontinued because the distancing requirements within the church have been removed. Outdoor seating will be allowed at all Masses in shaded areas outside the open doors of the church. Please bring your own chairs for outdoor seating. 5. Be respectful of those who might still feel afraid to return to Mass. The diocese has directed that those who are not fully vaccinated are to wear a mask at Mass, and that even those who are vaccinated are highly encouraged to wear a mask. However, this will not be enforced by means of verification, but rather on an honor system. Some vaccinated persons may choose to wear a mask because they are taking care of a vulnerable loved one. Please be considerate of those who might be afraid of sitting next to someone who is not wearing a mask. Those who feel most concerned about contagion may sit in the South transept of the church where there will be increased social distancing (two pews closed between each open pew). Please be respectful and do not judge others for their decisions as regards wearing or not wearing a mask at Mass. 6. We are no longer required to enforce social distancing and capacity limits in the church, but at Presentation Parish we will continue to close some of the pews so that there is at least one empty pew between each pew that is occupied. Parishioners may sit in any open pew. Some particularly vulnerable persons may choose to sit outside the church, or in the Southwest section of our church where there will be increased distancing between occupied pews (two empty pews between each occupied pew). 7. Holy Water fonts will again be made available to the faithful and will be cleaned/emptied regularly. 8. Congregational singing is now permitted. You may prefer to just listen to the cantor, but if you wish to sing you can sing out loud to the Lord! 9. Click here to read the full statement given by the bishop and our diocese. Wearing masks is highly recommended! Alert your friends who do not have access to the internet. Thank you to all the faithful who have continued to strengthen their faith with us both in-person and online. May we continue to serve the Lord together while looking out for the spiritual and physical well-being of our brothers and sisters in Christ. |
Reglas y Recomendaciones para las Misas dominicales a partir del 31 de julio de 2021
1. Desde Junio, se ha vuelto a obligar a los católicos de nuestra diócesis a asistir a Misa los domingos, a menos que no puedan hacerlo por problemas de salud u otras razones graves. La dispensa de la obligación de participar en la Misa que se nos había dado durante la pandemia ahora será abrogada y la obligación se restablecerá. Sin embargo, aquellos que no se sientan cómodos asistiendo en persona pueden solicitar más dispensa de su pastor. Aquellos que están enfermos, vulnerables a enfermedades graves o que cuidan a una persona vulnerable tienen una razón seria para abstenerse de participar en la Misa dominical y no necesitan obtener esta dispensa especial. 2. NO ASISTA A MISA si no se encuentra bien. Al igual que en la etapa prepandémica, todos debemos ser respetuosos con los demás si no estamos bien. Aquellos que no se sientan bien o tengan síntomas compatibles con COVID-19 no deben asistir a Misa. 3. Nuestra parroquia continuará brindando Misas en vivo por el bien de aquellos que están enfermos y confinados en casa. 4. Se suspenderán las Misas al aire libre porque se eliminaron los requisitos de distanciamiento dentro de la iglesia. Se permitirán asientos al aire libre en todas las Misas en áreas sombreadas afuera de las puertas abiertas de la iglesia. Traiga sus propias sillas para sentarse al aire libre. 5. Sea respetuoso con aquellos que todavía puedan tener miedo de regresar a la Misa. La diócesis ha ordenado que aquellos que no estén completamente vacunados deben usar una máscara en la Misa, y se recomienda vivamente que aquellos que están vacunados usen también una máscara. Sin embargo, esto no se hará cumplir mediante verificación, sino más bien en un sistema de honor. Algunas personas vacunadas pueden optar por usar una máscara porque están cuidando a un ser querido vulnerable. Sea considerado con aquellos que puedan tener miedo de sentarse al lado de alguien que no esté usando una máscara. Aquellos que se sientan más preocupados por el contagio pueden sentarse en el crucero sur de la iglesia donde habrá un mayor distanciamiento social (dos bancos cerrados entre cada banco abierto). Por favor, sea respetuoso y no juzgue a los demás por sus decisiones en cuanto a usar o no una máscara en la Misa. 6. Ya no estamos obligados a imponer el distanciamiento social y los límites de capacidad en la iglesia, pero en la iglesia de la Presentación continuaremos cerrando algunos de los bancos para que haya al menos un banco vacío entre cada banco que esté ocupado. Los feligreses pueden sentarse en cualquier banco abierto. Algunas personas particularmente vulnerables pueden optar por sentarse fuera de la iglesia, o en la sección suroeste de nuestra iglesia, donde habrá un mayor distanciamiento entre los bancos ocupados (dos bancos vacíos entre cada banco ocupado). 7. Las fuentes de agua bendita se pondrán nuevamente a disposición de los fieles y se limpiarán / vaciarán con regularidad. 8. Ahora se permite el canto congregacional. Puede que prefieras simplemente escuchar al cantor, pero si deseas cantar, ¡puedes cantar en voz alta al Señor! 9.Haga clic aquí para leer la declaración completa dada por el obispo y nuestra diócesis. Se recomienda encarecidamente el uso de mascarilla. Avise a sus amigos que no tienen acceso aInternet. Gracias a todos los fieles que han continuado fortaleciendo su fe con nosotros tanto en persona como en línea. Que podamos seguir sirviendo al Señor juntos mientras buscamos el bienestar espiritual y físico de nuestros hermanos y hermanas en Cristo. |
MASS TIMES/TIEMPOS DE MISA
ALL MASSES WILL BE INSIDE THE CHURCH. Bring your own chair to sit outside if you are uncomfortable being inside, if the church fills up (more pews will be available). The Sunday, 10:30 AM and 7:00 PM (Spanish) Masses, 7:00 AM Daily Masses, Weekday Spanish Masses, and Eucharistic Adoration will be livestreamed on our Facebook page. After the celebration, the recordings will also be available on our YouTube channel and website.
SUNDAY MASS/DISTRIBUTION OF COMMUNION
DAILY MASS
WEEKDAY SPANISH MASS
SUNDAY MASS/DISTRIBUTION OF COMMUNION
- 5:00 PM Saturday (Vigil in English)
- 7:00 PM Saturday (Vigil in Spanish, also Livestreamed on Facebook)
- 7:00 AM
- 8:45 AM
- 10:30 AM (also Livestreamed on Facebook)
- 12:15 PM
- 2:15 PM (Spanish)
- 5:00 PM
DAILY MASS
- 7:00 AM on Monday-Friday (also Livestreamed on Facebook)
- 12:15 PM on Monday-Friday
- 8:00 AM on Saturday
WEEKDAY SPANISH MASS
- 5:30 PM on Tuesdays
- 7:00 PM on the First Friday of Every Month
TODAS LAS MISAS SERÁN DENTRO DE LA IGLESIA. Traiga su propia silla para sentarse afuera si se siente incómodo dentro, si la iglesia se llena (habrá más bancos disponibles). Se transmitirán en vivo en nuestra página de Facebook. Después de la celebración, las grabaciones también estarán disponibles en nuestro sitio web y canal de YouTube.
MISA DOMINICAL
MISA DIARIA
MISA EN ESPAÑOL LOS DÍAS DE LA SEMANA
Nuestras celebraciones litúrgicas y mensajes se pueden encontrar en nuestra página de Facebook y nuestro canal de YouTube. Asegúrese de suscribirse para recibir notificaciones de nuevos videos.
MISA DOMINICAL
- 5:00 PM Sábado (Vigilia en Ingles)
- 7:00 PM Sábado (Vigilia en Español, también vivo en Facebook)
- 7:00 AM
- 8:45 AM
- 10:30 AM (también vivo en Facebook)
- 12:15 PM
- 2:15 PM (Español, también vivo en Facebook)
- 5:00 PM
MISA DIARIA
- 7:00 AM on Lunes-Viernes (En vivo en Facebook)
- 12:15 PM on Lunes-Viernes
- 8:00 AM on Sábado (En vivo en Facebook)
MISA EN ESPAÑOL LOS DÍAS DE LA SEMANA
- 5:30 PM on Martes (En vivo en Facebook)
- 7:00 PM on el Primer Viernes de Cada Mes (En vivo en Facebook)
Nuestras celebraciones litúrgicas y mensajes se pueden encontrar en nuestra página de Facebook y nuestro canal de YouTube. Asegúrese de suscribirse para recibir notificaciones de nuevos videos.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION/ADORACIÓN EUCARÍSTICA
“This is an extension of the Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament which occurs in every Mass: ‘Behold the Lamb of God, behold him who takes away the sins of the world. Blessed are those called to the supper of the Lamb.’ Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament flows from the sacrifice of the Mass and serves to deepen our hunger for Communion with Christ and the rest of the Church” (USCCB). For more information on Eucharistic Devotion, please click here.
Celebrate our weekly Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament inside the church on
Please note, for your safety and those of our Church community:
Those who attend our celebration do so at their own risk. Vulnerable, at-risk, and otherwise concerned persons should remain home. Anyone with the slightest symptoms or feelings of sickness must remain home.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Celebrate our weekly Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament inside the church on
- 8:00-10:00 AM on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
- 8:00-9:00 AM on Tuesdays and Thursdays
- 5:30-6:45 PM on Thursdays (also Livestreamed on Facebook)
Please note, for your safety and those of our Church community:
- It is strongly recommended that those who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 wear a mask when participating in indoor worship. Those who are not fully vaccinated are still required to wear a mask.
- Maintain social distancing.
- Refrain from congregating before and/or after the celebration.
Those who attend our celebration do so at their own risk. Vulnerable, at-risk, and otherwise concerned persons should remain home. Anyone with the slightest symptoms or feelings of sickness must remain home.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
“Ésta es una extensión de la adoración del Santísimo Sacramento que ocurre en cada Misa: ‘He aquí el Cordero de Dios, he aquí el que quita los pecados del mundo. Bienaventurados los llamados a la cena del Cordero’. La exposición del Santísimo Sacramento fluye del sacrificio de la Misa y sirve para profundizar nuestra hambre de comunión con Cristo y el resto de la Iglesia” (USCCB). Para obtener más información sobre la devoción eucarística, haga clic aquí.
Celebre nuestra Exposición semanal del Santísimo Sacramento dentro de la iglesia el
Tenga en cuenta, para su seguridad y la de nuestra comunidad de la Iglesia:
1. Se requieren cubiertas faciales (edades 2 años y más) .
2. Mantener el distanciamiento social.
3. Abstenerse congregarse antes y / o después de la celebración.
Los que asisten a nuestra celebración lo hacen bajo su propio riesgo. Las personas vulnerables, en riesgo y de otra manera preocupadas deben permanecer en sus hogares. Cualquier persona con los síntomas más leves o sentimientos de enfermedad debe permanecer en casa.
¡Esperamos celebrarlo contigo!
Celebre nuestra Exposición semanal del Santísimo Sacramento dentro de la iglesia el
- 8:00-10:00 AM los lunes, miércoles y viernes
- 8:00-9:00 AM los martes y jueves
- 5:30-6:45 PM los jueves (también en vivo en Facebook)
Tenga en cuenta, para su seguridad y la de nuestra comunidad de la Iglesia:
1. Se requieren cubiertas faciales (edades 2 años y más) .
2. Mantener el distanciamiento social.
3. Abstenerse congregarse antes y / o después de la celebración.
Los que asisten a nuestra celebración lo hacen bajo su propio riesgo. Las personas vulnerables, en riesgo y de otra manera preocupadas deben permanecer en sus hogares. Cualquier persona con los síntomas más leves o sentimientos de enfermedad debe permanecer en casa.
¡Esperamos celebrarlo contigo!
CONFESSIONS/CONFESIONES
Confessions will be available Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 5:00 PM and Saturday at 9:00 AM inside the church.
“Peace be with you!” With these words, the Risen Lord greeted his frightened Apostles in the Upper Room on the day of his Resurrection. They were troubled, anxious, and fearful—much like each one of us at some point in our lives. Christ repeated the words, “Peace be with you.” But then he added, Receive the Holy Spirit. Whose sins you forgive are forgiven them” (Jn 20:19-23).
For your protection and the protection of our priests and everyone around you, please wear a mask and maintain safe social distancing of at least six (6) feet.
“Peace be with you!” With these words, the Risen Lord greeted his frightened Apostles in the Upper Room on the day of his Resurrection. They were troubled, anxious, and fearful—much like each one of us at some point in our lives. Christ repeated the words, “Peace be with you.” But then he added, Receive the Holy Spirit. Whose sins you forgive are forgiven them” (Jn 20:19-23).
For your protection and the protection of our priests and everyone around you, please wear a mask and maintain safe social distancing of at least six (6) feet.
Las confesiones estarán disponibles Lunes, Miércoles, y Viernes a las 5:00 PM y los Sábados a las 9:00 AM dentro a la iglesia.
“¡La paz esté con ustedes!” Con estas palabras el Señor Resucitado saludó a sus asustados Apóstoles en el Cenáculo el día de su Resurrección. Estaban confundidos, ansiosos y temerosos, muy parecido a como nos sentimos nosotros en algún momento de nuestras vidas. Cristo repitió estas palabras, “La paz esté con ustedes.” Pero entonces añadió, “Reciban el Espíritu Santo. A quienes ustedes perdonen los pecados, queden perdonados” (Jn 20:19-23).
Para su protección y la protección de nuestros sacerdotes y de todos los que lo rodean, use un máscara y mantenga un distanciamiento social seguro de al menos seis (6) pies.
“¡La paz esté con ustedes!” Con estas palabras el Señor Resucitado saludó a sus asustados Apóstoles en el Cenáculo el día de su Resurrección. Estaban confundidos, ansiosos y temerosos, muy parecido a como nos sentimos nosotros en algún momento de nuestras vidas. Cristo repitió estas palabras, “La paz esté con ustedes.” Pero entonces añadió, “Reciban el Espíritu Santo. A quienes ustedes perdonen los pecados, queden perdonados” (Jn 20:19-23).
Para su protección y la protección de nuestros sacerdotes y de todos los que lo rodean, use un máscara y mantenga un distanciamiento social seguro de al menos seis (6) pies.
View Our Recorded Celebrations and Messages
Our liturgical celebrations and messages may be found on our Facebook page and our YouTube channel. Be sure to subscribe to get notifications of new videos.
rECORDINGS OF Mass
A Livestream of Mass is available each Sunday along with various other Liturgical celebrations being Livestreamed throughout the week. You may watch live on our Facebook page. The recordings may also be located on our YouTube channel after the Livestream has ended. The English Mass is celebrated at 10:30 AM and the Spanish Mass is celebrated at 2:15 PM.
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rECORDINGS OF Other Liturgical Celebrations
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rECORDINGS OF Messages from Our Priests
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Prayer and Reflection of Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, led by Fr. Mark Fr. Mark continued his ABC (Arts, Books, and Culture) Series with his favorite book, “A Story of a Soul”, the autobiography of St. Thérèse of Lisieux. |
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9TH ANNUAL SUMMER FAITH-FORMATIONWhat was covered during the Faith-formation session:
- Are we at war? - If so, who is our enemy? - And how can we win this battle? For a document to follow along with Fr. Joe's 9th Annual Summer Faith-Formation, please click here. |
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In the above YouTube videos, Fr. Mark reflects and discusses 'meditating like a monk'. He encourages us to take this time, where we are sheltering in place, to practice mental prayer or meditation. To learn more about meditation, watch Bishop Barron's reflection, by clicking on the on video to the right. |
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FATIMA AND THE BOOK OF ESTHER
Have you watched Fr. Mark's video on the correlations between Fatima and the Book of Esther? If you haven't, be sure to watch it! For a document that Fr. Mark has put together that goes hand-in-hand with his video, click here. To understand the Book of Esther, check out these two delightful online videos:
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AN ACT OF SPIRITUAL COMMUNION
My Jesus, I believe that You are in the Blessed Sacrament. I love You above all things, and I long for You in my soul. Since I cannot now receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. As though You have already come, I embrace You and unite myself entirely to You; never permit me to be separated from You. (Partial indulgence)
A PRAYER FOR PROTECTION IN TIME OF PANDEMIC
Please pray this prayer daily for an end to the Covid-19 pandemic.
O Mary, you always brighten our path as a sign of salvation and of hope. We entrust ourselves to you, Health of the Sick, who, at the Cross, took part in Jesus’ pain while remaining steadfast in faith. O loving Mother, you know what we need, and we are confident you will provide for us as at Cana in Galilee. Intercede for us with your Son Jesus, the Divine Physician, for those who have fallen ill, for those who are vulnerable, and for those who have died. Intercede also for those charged with protecting the health and safety of others and for those who are tending to the sick and seeking a cure. Help us, O Mother of Divine Love, to conform to the will of the Father and to do as we are told by Jesus, who took upon himself our sufferings and carried our sorrows, so as to lead us, through the Cross, to the glory of the Resurrection.
Amen.
Under thy protection we seek refuge, O Holy Mother of God. In our needs, despise not our petitions, but deliver us always from all dangers, O glorious and blessed Virgin. Amen.
(Adapted by the Knights of Columbus from the prayer by Pope Francis)
My Jesus, I believe that You are in the Blessed Sacrament. I love You above all things, and I long for You in my soul. Since I cannot now receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. As though You have already come, I embrace You and unite myself entirely to You; never permit me to be separated from You. (Partial indulgence)
A PRAYER FOR PROTECTION IN TIME OF PANDEMIC
Please pray this prayer daily for an end to the Covid-19 pandemic.
O Mary, you always brighten our path as a sign of salvation and of hope. We entrust ourselves to you, Health of the Sick, who, at the Cross, took part in Jesus’ pain while remaining steadfast in faith. O loving Mother, you know what we need, and we are confident you will provide for us as at Cana in Galilee. Intercede for us with your Son Jesus, the Divine Physician, for those who have fallen ill, for those who are vulnerable, and for those who have died. Intercede also for those charged with protecting the health and safety of others and for those who are tending to the sick and seeking a cure. Help us, O Mother of Divine Love, to conform to the will of the Father and to do as we are told by Jesus, who took upon himself our sufferings and carried our sorrows, so as to lead us, through the Cross, to the glory of the Resurrection.
Amen.
Under thy protection we seek refuge, O Holy Mother of God. In our needs, despise not our petitions, but deliver us always from all dangers, O glorious and blessed Virgin. Amen.
(Adapted by the Knights of Columbus from the prayer by Pope Francis)
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