Mass Schedule
All Celebrations will be outside, in front of the Community Center until further notice. The Sunday 10:30 AM and 2:15 PM (Spanish) Masses, 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. The dispensation of attending Mass on Sundays and days of obligation will continue until further notice.
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SUNDAY MASS
DAILY MASS (Monday-Saturday)
PERSONAL PRAYER
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WEEKDAY SPANISH MASS
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION AND BENEDICTION
CONFESSION
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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 ConnectNow Giving image below. We also have text giving to make it easy to donate from your phone.
You may also drop off your donation in the mail slot at the Ministry Center (located at 6715 Leesburg Place, Stockton, CA 95207) or send it through the US Postal Service. An additional option is for you to contact your banking institution to set up an automatic debit transfer to the parish.
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You may also drop off your donation in the mail slot at the Ministry Center (located at 6715 Leesburg Place, Stockton, CA 95207) or send it through the US Postal Service. An additional option is for you to contact your banking institution to set up an automatic debit transfer to the parish.
For details on the various methods of contributing, please visit our contribution page by clicking here (or select 'Contribute' from the menu at the top of the page.)
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Bishop's Ministry Appeal
This year, our parish goal is to have at least 800 of our parish families pledge and donate to the annual Bishop's Ministry Appeal. As of June 1, 2020 we have 268 families who have pledged! To pledge towards this year's goal, please click the 'Bishop's Ministry Appeal' image. Be sure to designate 2020-Church of the Presentation-Stockton as the parish you are pledging for. |
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Updates
Mass Times for The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
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Saturday, August 15th is the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. It is not a Holy Day of Obligation since it falls on a Saturday. However, we will have Mass to honor our Mother. There will be a Vigil Mass for the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Spanish on Friday, August 14 at 7:00 p.m.
Mass Times: Friday, 8/14 @ 7:00 PM (Spanish) Saturday, 8/15 @ 7:00 AM & 10:00 AM (English) El sábado 15 de agosto es la Asunción de la Santísima Virgen María. No es un Día Santo de Obligación ya que cae en sábado. Sin embargo, tendremos Misa para honrar a nuestra Madre a las 10:00 a.m. También habrá una Misa (Vigilia) en español para la Asunción de la Santísima Virgen María el Viernes, Agosto 14 a las 7:00 p.m. Tiempo de Misa: Viernes, 8/14 @ 7:00 PM (Español) Sabado, 8/15 @ 7:00 AM & 10:00 AM (Ingles) |
I CREATE / YO CREARÉ
International Crusade of Reparation with the Eucharist & Adoration for a Total Encounter: an invitation into the way of being holy, by Fr. Jose M. Maghinay.
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All are invited to the call of the International Crusade! For a copy of the I CREATE document, please click here (English).
All are invited to the call of the International Crusade! For a copy of the I CREATE document, please click here (Spanish).
All are invited to the call of the International Crusade! For a copy of the I CREATE document, please click here (Spanish).
PARISH SMARTPHONE APP / APLICACIÓN PARROQUIAL PARA TELÉFONOS INTELIGENTES
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. |
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. |
Fr. Mark's Articles / Artículos del P. Mark
ARTICLES ABOUT SAINTS MENTIONED IN FR. MARK’S HOMILY
Today, August 9, is the Feast Day of Saint Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein). She was a convert from Judaism and was arrested by the Nazi’s and sent to Auschwitz concentration camp where she was put to death in the gas chamber. She was a victim of the hatred of the Nazi hatred for the Jews. Also here are two links to articles about two other Catholic heroes who were also victims of racism: Venerable Augustus Tolton and Saint Josephine Bakhita. It is inspiring to learn about these Catholic heroes who truly lived the Catholic teaching that every human person is precious in God’s eyes.
To read Fr. Mark's articles, please click on the links below.
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)
Today, August 9, is the Feast Day of Saint Teresa Benedicta of the Cross (Edith Stein). She was a convert from Judaism and was arrested by the Nazi’s and sent to Auschwitz concentration camp where she was put to death in the gas chamber. She was a victim of the hatred of the Nazi hatred for the Jews. Also here are two links to articles about two other Catholic heroes who were also victims of racism: Venerable Augustus Tolton and Saint Josephine Bakhita. It is inspiring to learn about these Catholic heroes who truly lived the Catholic teaching that every human person is precious in God’s eyes.
To read Fr. Mark's articles, please click on the links below.
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)
As you are aware, there has been an increase in coronavirus cases and deaths in San Joaquin County. According to the San Joaquin Office of Emergency Services, “Staying home is still safest. It’s important for San Joaquin County residents to continue staying at home as much as possible, and do their part to keep everyone healthy.”
Please remember that the obligation to attend Mass has been dispensed and is still in effect. Given the above, if you choose to come to Mass and if you are not in the high-risk category, you may be able to assist as a Mass attendant. Mass attendants help with taking names, parking, seating, practicing all self-distancing protocols, etc. at our outdoor Masses. If you would like to volunteer, please come to a training Tuesday, August 11, at 5:30 pm. As the Spanish Mass will be at 5:30 pm as well, please park on the street and enter through McClellan Way. We will meet by the Ministry Center garages as you enter the parking lot. Please call Carol Quijada at 209-478-8278 to register for the training. Thank you. |
Como ustedes saben, ha habido un aumento en el número de casos y fallecidos de coronavirus en nuestro condado. Según la Oficina de Servicios de Emergencia de San Joaquín, “Quedarse en casa sigue siendo lo más seguro. Es importante que los residentes del Condado de San Joaquín continúen en casa tanto como sea posible y hagan su parte para mantener a todos saludables".
Recuerde que la obligación de asistir a Misa ha sido dispensado y aún está vigente. Dado lo anterior, si elige venir a Misa y si no está en la categoría de alto riesgo, puede ayudar como Asistente de Misa. Los Asistentes de Misa ayudan a tomar nombres, con el estacionamiento, sentar a las personas, asegurar que se usa mascarilla, etc. en nuestras Misas al aire libre. Si desea ser voluntario, venga a un entrenamiento el martes 11 de agosto a las 5:30 pm. Como la Misa en español también será a las 5:30 pm, por favor estaciónese en la calle y entre por McClellan Way. Nos encontraremos en los garajes del Centro del Ministerio cuando ingrese al estacionamiento. Llame a Norma Rodriguez al 209-320-5715 para registrase en el entrenamiento. Gracias. |
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Dear Presentation Parishioners,
As you are aware, due to the increased number of coronavirus cases in our county, indoor worship services have been suspended. Outdoor Masses are an option. Please remember that the obligation to attend Mass has been dispensed and is still in effect. According to the San Joaquin Office of Emergency Services, “Staying home is still safest. It’s important for San Joaquin County residents to continue staying at home as much as possible, and do their part to keep everyone healthy.” We now have more frequent outdoor Masses. To avoid contracting COVID-19, please:
BE READY! Be ready to be kind, caring, supportive, patient, and alert. Most of all, be ready to worship God and celebrate with us in a safe environment. |
Estimados Feligreses de Presentación,
Como ustedes saben, debido al aumento en el número de casos de coronavirus en nuestro condado, los servicios litúrgicos en interiores han sido suspendidos. Las Misas al aire libre son una opción. Recuerde que la obligación de asistir a Misa se ha dispensado y aún está vigente. Según la Oficina de Servicios de Emergencia de San Joaquín, “Quedarse en casa sigue siendo lo más seguro. Es importante que los residentes del condado de San Joaquín continúen en casa tanto como sea posible y hagan su parte para mantener a todos saludables". Ahora tenemos celebraciones al aire libre más frecuentes. Para evitar contraer COVID-19, por favor:
¡ESTÉN LISTOS! Prepárese para ser amable, atento, solidario, paciente y alerta. Sobre todo, prepárate para adorar a Dios y celebrar con nosotros en un ambiente seguro. |
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Parish Pandemic Procedures Update
During this time of pandemic, the Church of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary is implementing all the safety procedures that are required, as well as many additional precautions that are recommended for the safety of our community members. These include cleaning, disinfecting, and the use of masks, thermometers, and proper social distancing. We gather contact information of everyone who attends all Masses, just in case we have to call everyone who attended a particular Mass. This has happened two times in recent weeks. We had to notify everyone who attended two of our Masses here at Presentation, because we later learned that those two Masses had been attended by someone who later tested positive for coronavirus. In both cases, the person attending the Mass did not have any symptoms while attending the Mass, practiced social distancing while attending the Mass, and had conformed to the all established protocols of the parish. They assured us that they did not come in close contact with others at the Mass. Nevertheless, a parish staff member notified each of those who had attended those Masses, just to inform them that they should be alert for symptoms. We also called them again two weeks later in an effort to make sure that our safety protocols at Mass were effective and that no one became infected by attending either of the Masses. One of these Masses was a Confirmation Mass celebrated on June 29 for our parish school families, and the other was our 5:00 p.m. Mass on July 5. We are providing this information so that everyone can make informed decisions about whether they wish to attend our Masses during the pandemic. If anyone tests positive for coronavirus, please notify the parish right away (209-472-2150) so that we can notify those who were present at the Mass or service you attended. The information received will be handled in a confidential manner. |
Actualización de los Procedimientos de la Pandemia Parroquial
Durante este tiempo de pandemia, la Iglesia de la Presentación de la Santísima Virgen María está implementando todos los procedimientos de seguridad que se requieren, así como muchas precauciones adicionales que se recomiendan para la seguridad de los miembros de nuestra comunidad. Estos incluyen la limpieza, desinfección y el uso de máscarillas, termómetros y distanciamiento social adecuado. Recopilamos información de contacto de todos los que asisten a todas las Misas, en caso de que tengamos que llamar a todos los que asistieron a una Misa en particular. Esto ha sucedido dos veces en las últimas semanas. Tuvimos que notificar a todos los que asistieron a dos de nuestras Misas aquí en Presentación, porque más tarde supimos que esas dos Misas habían sido atendidas por alguien que luego dio positivo por coronavirus. En ambos casos, la persona que asistía a la Misa no tenía ningún síntoma mientras asistía a la Misa, practicaba el distanciamiento social mientras asistía a la Misa y se había conformado con todos los protocolos establecidos de la parroquia. Nos aseguraron que no entraron en contacto cercano con otros en la Misa. Sin embargo, un miembro del personal de la parroquia notificó a cada uno de los que habían asistido a esas Misas, solo para informarles que deberían estar atentos a los síntomas. También los llamamos nuevamente dos semanas después en un esfuerzo por asegurarnos de que nuestros protocolos de seguridad en la Misa fueran efectivos y que nadie se infectara al asistir a cualquiera de las Misas. Una de estas Misas fue una Misa de confirmación celebrada el 29 de junio para las familias de nuestras escuelas parroquiales, y la otra fue a la Misa de 5:00 p.m. el 5 de julio. Estamos proporcionando esta información para que todos puedan tomar decisiones informadas sobre si desean asistir a nuestras Misas durante la pandemia. Si alguien da positivo por coronavirus, notifique a la parroquia de inmediato (209-472-2150) para que podamos notificar a quienes estuvieron presentes en la Misa o al servicio al que asistió. La información recibida será tratada de manera confidencial. |
MASS TIMES/TIEMPOS DE MISA
All celebrations will be outside, in front of the Community Center until further notice. The 10:30 AM and 2:15 PM (Spanish) Masses will be livestreamed on our Facebook page. After the celebration, the recordings will also be available on our YouTube channel and website. The dispensation of attending Mass on Sundays and days of obligation will continue until further notice.
SUNDAY MASS/DISTRIBUTION OF COMMUNION
DAILY MASS (Monday-Saturday)
WEEKDAY SPANISH MASS
SUNDAY MASS/DISTRIBUTION OF COMMUNION
- 7:00 am
- 8:45 am
- 10:30 am (also Livestreamed on Facebook)
- 2:15 pm (Spanish) (ONLY Livestreamed on Facebook)
- 4:00 pm (Distribution of Communion)
- 7:00 pm (Spanish)
DAILY MASS (Monday-Saturday)
- 7:00 AM
WEEKDAY SPANISH MASS
- 5:30 PM on Tuesdays
- 7:00 PM on the First Friday of Every Month
Todas las celebraciones están afuera, frente al Centro Comunitario hasta nuevo aviso. 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. La dispensa de asistir a misa los domingos y días de obligación continuará hasta nuevo aviso.
MISA DOMINICAL/DISTRIBUCION DE LA COMUNION
MISA DIARIA (Lunes-Sábado)
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/DISTRIBUCION DE LA COMUNION
- 7:00 AM
- 8:45 AM
- 10:30 AM (también vivo en Facebook)
- 2:15 PM (Español) (Vivo en Facebook – NO es una Misa pública)
- 4:00 PM (Distribución de Comunión)
- 7:00 PM (Español)
MISA DIARIA (Lunes-Sábado)
- 7:00 AM (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
Celebrate our weekly Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament on Thursdays from 5:45 to 6:45 PM. All celebrations will be outside, in front of the Community Center until further notice. “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.
Please note, for your safety and those of our Church community:
1. Face coverings are required (2 years and older).
2. Maintain social distancing.
3. 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!
Please note, for your safety and those of our Church community:
1. Face coverings are required (2 years and older).
2. Maintain social distancing.
3. 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!
Celebre nuestra adoración semanal del Santísimo Sacramento los jueves de 5:45 p.m. – 6:45 PM. Todas las celebraciones serán afuera, frente al Centro Comunitario hasta nuevo aviso. “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.
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!
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 8:30 AM in front of 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).
Please enter from Harrisburg and wait along the oleander bushes on McClellan if there is a long line. Please follow signs.
For your protection and the protection of our priests, if you are coming to confession in a car or by walking up, 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).
Please enter from Harrisburg and wait along the oleander bushes on McClellan if there is a long line. Please follow signs.
For your protection and the protection of our priests, if you are coming to confession in a car or by walking up, 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 8:30 AM frente 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).
Ingrese desde Harrisburg y espere a lo largo de los arbustos de adelfas en McClellan si hay una larga cola. Siga las indicaciones. Para su protección y la protección de nuestros sacerdotes, si va a confesarse en un automóvil o al caminar, use una 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).
Ingrese desde Harrisburg y espere a lo largo de los arbustos de adelfas en McClellan si hay una larga cola. Siga las indicaciones. Para su protección y la protección de nuestros sacerdotes, si va a confesarse en un automóvil o al caminar, use una máscara y mantenga un distanciamiento social seguro de al menos seis (6) pies.
Upcoming Liturgical Celebrations
OUR PARISH - nineteenth SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME/Décimo noveno DOMINGO DEL TIEMPO ORDINARIO
Go outside and stand on the mountain before the Lord; the Lord will be passing by. - 1 Kings 19:11
I will hear what God proclaims. . . . - Psalm 85:8
They are Israelites; theirs the adoption, the glory, the covenant, the giving of the law, the worship, and the promises; theirs the patriarchs, and from them, according to the flesh is the Christ, who is over all, God blessed forever. Amen. - Romans 9:4-5
. . . [Jesus] went up on the mountain by himself to pray. . . . “Take courage, it is I; do not be afraid.” - Matthew 14:14
Elijah stood on the mountain, the place of theophany, the place where God reveals Godself. He was attentive and expectant, waiting for God. “The storm, earthquake and lightning, which in Exodus 19 manifested God’s presence, are here only the heralds of [God’s] coming. The whispering murmur signifies that [God] converses intimately with [God’s] prophets” (The New Jerusalem Bible, notes, p. 461).
Jesus himself went up the mountain to pray. We are called to go up the mountain to pray as well. And when we are in the place of prayer, what do we do? The Catechism of the Catholic Church, quoting St. John Damascene, tells us that “Prayer is the raising of one’s mind and heart to God or the requesting of good things from God” (CCC, 2559).
Peter reaches out to Jesus in the midst of his fear as the wind and waves begin to overwhelm him. However, it was when Peter took his eyes off Jesus and “saw how strong the wind was [that] he became frightened” (Matthew 14:30).
So what are we to do in the storms that overwhelm and crash upon us? Listen, attend, pray, focus, wait, trust.
I will hear what God proclaims. . . . - Psalm 85:8
They are Israelites; theirs the adoption, the glory, the covenant, the giving of the law, the worship, and the promises; theirs the patriarchs, and from them, according to the flesh is the Christ, who is over all, God blessed forever. Amen. - Romans 9:4-5
. . . [Jesus] went up on the mountain by himself to pray. . . . “Take courage, it is I; do not be afraid.” - Matthew 14:14
Elijah stood on the mountain, the place of theophany, the place where God reveals Godself. He was attentive and expectant, waiting for God. “The storm, earthquake and lightning, which in Exodus 19 manifested God’s presence, are here only the heralds of [God’s] coming. The whispering murmur signifies that [God] converses intimately with [God’s] prophets” (The New Jerusalem Bible, notes, p. 461).
Jesus himself went up the mountain to pray. We are called to go up the mountain to pray as well. And when we are in the place of prayer, what do we do? The Catechism of the Catholic Church, quoting St. John Damascene, tells us that “Prayer is the raising of one’s mind and heart to God or the requesting of good things from God” (CCC, 2559).
Peter reaches out to Jesus in the midst of his fear as the wind and waves begin to overwhelm him. However, it was when Peter took his eyes off Jesus and “saw how strong the wind was [that] he became frightened” (Matthew 14:30).
So what are we to do in the storms that overwhelm and crash upon us? Listen, attend, pray, focus, wait, trust.
DÉCIMO NOVENO DOMINGO DEL TIEMPO ORDINARIO
"«Sal fuera y permanece en el monte esperando a Yahvé, pues Yahvé va a pasar.» " 1 Reyes, 19 - Bíblia Católica Online
"8.¡Haz, Señor, que veamos tu bondad y danos tu salvación!" Salmos, 85 - Bíblia Católica Online
"4.Ellos son los israelitas, a quienes Dios adoptó; entre ellos descansa su gloria con las alianzas, el don de la Ley, el culto y las promesas de Dios. 5.Suyos son los grandes antepasados, y Cristo es uno de ellos según la carne, el que como Dios está también por encima de todo. ¡Bendito sea por todos los siglos: Amén!" Carta a los Romanos, 9 - Bíblia Católica Online
"27.En seguida Jesús les dijo: «Animo, no teman, que soy yo.»" Evangelio según San Mateo, 14 - Bíblia Católica Online
Elías estaba en la montaña, el lugar de la teofanía, el lugar donde Dios se revela a sí mismo. Estaba atento y expectante, esperando a Dios. “La tormenta, el terremoto y los relámpagos, que en Éxodo 19 manifestaron la presencia de Dios, son aquí sólo los heraldos de la venida [de Dios]. El murmullo susurrante significa que [Dios] conversa íntimamente con los profetas [de Dios] ”(Biblia nueva de Jerusalén, notas, p. 461).
Jesús mismo subió al monte a orar. Estamos llamados a subir a la montaña para orar también. Y cuando estamos en el lugar de la oración, ¿qué hacemos? El Catecismo de la Iglesia Católica, citando a San Juan Damasceno, nos dice que “La oración es elevar la mente y el corazón a Dios o pedir cosas buenas a Dios” (CIC, 2559).
Pedro se acerca a Jesús en medio de su miedo cuando el viento y las olas comienzan a abrumarlo. Sin embargo, fue cuando Pedro apartó los ojos de Jesús y “vio lo fuerte que era el viento [que] se asustó”
(Mateo 14:30).
Entonces, ¿Qué vamos a hacer en las tormentas que nos abruman y se estrellan contra nosotros? Escucha, sirve, ora, concéntrate, espera, confía.
"«Sal fuera y permanece en el monte esperando a Yahvé, pues Yahvé va a pasar.» " 1 Reyes, 19 - Bíblia Católica Online
"8.¡Haz, Señor, que veamos tu bondad y danos tu salvación!" Salmos, 85 - Bíblia Católica Online
"4.Ellos son los israelitas, a quienes Dios adoptó; entre ellos descansa su gloria con las alianzas, el don de la Ley, el culto y las promesas de Dios. 5.Suyos son los grandes antepasados, y Cristo es uno de ellos según la carne, el que como Dios está también por encima de todo. ¡Bendito sea por todos los siglos: Amén!" Carta a los Romanos, 9 - Bíblia Católica Online
"27.En seguida Jesús les dijo: «Animo, no teman, que soy yo.»" Evangelio según San Mateo, 14 - Bíblia Católica Online
Elías estaba en la montaña, el lugar de la teofanía, el lugar donde Dios se revela a sí mismo. Estaba atento y expectante, esperando a Dios. “La tormenta, el terremoto y los relámpagos, que en Éxodo 19 manifestaron la presencia de Dios, son aquí sólo los heraldos de la venida [de Dios]. El murmullo susurrante significa que [Dios] conversa íntimamente con los profetas [de Dios] ”(Biblia nueva de Jerusalén, notas, p. 461).
Jesús mismo subió al monte a orar. Estamos llamados a subir a la montaña para orar también. Y cuando estamos en el lugar de la oración, ¿qué hacemos? El Catecismo de la Iglesia Católica, citando a San Juan Damasceno, nos dice que “La oración es elevar la mente y el corazón a Dios o pedir cosas buenas a Dios” (CIC, 2559).
Pedro se acerca a Jesús en medio de su miedo cuando el viento y las olas comienzan a abrumarlo. Sin embargo, fue cuando Pedro apartó los ojos de Jesús y “vio lo fuerte que era el viento [que] se asustó”
(Mateo 14:30).
Entonces, ¿Qué vamos a hacer en las tormentas que nos abruman y se estrellan contra nosotros? Escucha, sirve, ora, concéntrate, espera, confía.
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.
To view the worship aid for the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, please click here (PASSWORD: Savior).
Entrance: “O Bless the Lord, My Soul” #534
Communion: “Only in God” #433Closing: “How Firm a Foundation” #710
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.
To view the worship aid for the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, please click here (PASSWORD: Savior).
Entrance: “O Bless the Lord, My Soul” #534
Communion: “Only in God” #433Closing: “How Firm a Foundation” #710
DIOCESE OF STOCKTON/DIÓCESIS DE STOCKTON
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To read Bishop Cotta's Monthly Reflection for August 2020, click here (English). To read Bishop Cotta's Monthly Reflection for August 2020, click here (Spanish). 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. |
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Hispanic Youth & Young Adult Ministry
Healthy Relationship Seminar: The Diocese of Stockton's Hispanic Youth & Young Adult Ministry and Region XI, invites you to a webinar in Spanish, Healthy Relationships: Who does it depend on? Connect through Facebook Live: @ XI.RECOSS or YouTube Live: Ministerio Hispano Region XI (https://youtu.be/B1P7V8dXROs) on Tuesday, August 11th at 8:00 PM. |
The conference which is hosted by the Diocese of Stockton's Family & Respect Life Ministry will be held on Saturday, August 29, 2020. The 2020 virtual Pro-Life and Family Leadership Conference is open to parishioners. The conference will:
Robert Poncini, Coordinator of Life & Dignity at
209-466-0636 or email: rponcini@stocktondiocese.org
Steve Budnik , Coordinator of Marriage & Family Life at
209-466-0636 or email: sbudnik@stocktondiocese.org.
- Enhance your leadership in ministries within your parish & community.
- Present the new Respect Life theme of the year to better serve your parish.
- Help you engage in ongoing evangelization within your parish.
- Expand the leadership roles within your parish with young adults.
- Opening prayer.
- Opening Address from Bishop Cotta.
- Rolling out the new pro-life theme from the USCCB: Living the Gospel of Life.
- Break-out Zoom-room sessions.
- Regather in main Zoom-room to go forth & live the Gospel of Life.
Robert Poncini, Coordinator of Life & Dignity at
209-466-0636 or email: rponcini@stocktondiocese.org
Steve Budnik , Coordinator of Marriage & Family Life at
209-466-0636 or email: sbudnik@stocktondiocese.org.
VATICAN
Join the VAtican for Mass, Prayers, and NewsVisit Vatican News for all the latest updates on Pope Francis, the Holy See and the Church in the World. To view a Livestream from the Vatican, click here or the click the play button.
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The Sin of RacismTo view a resource on 'Responding to the Sin of Racsim' offered by the USCCB, please click here.
To view the statement of U.S. Bishops’ President on George Floyd and the Protests in American Cities (Archbishop José H. Gomez of Los Angeles and president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), May 31, 2020), please click here. |
Laudato si' week: Care for Our Common HomeLaudato Si’ Week - May 18-23
May 24th marks the fifth anniversary of Laudato Si’. In honor of the anniversary of this ground-breaking ecological encyclical Pope Francis has invited all Catholics to participate in a period of prayer and action focused on caring for God’s creation. You can sign up to participate in Laudato Si’ Week, by clicking here. The week includes virtual retreats and workshops May 18-23 , culminating in a global day of prayer on May 24. The USCCB has also published prayer cards (available here) and other resources for small groups. More information can be found on the California Catholic Conference by clicking here. Click any of the links below for resources from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops & Catholic Current: Laudato Si' Week Prayer for Common Home (English) Oración para Cuidar de Nuestra Casa Común (Spanish) |
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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 August distribution dates are August 1st and August 15th. 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. |
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DRIVE-THRU FOOD DROP OFF Our community never ceases to show what it means to put faith into action! The Social Justice Committee, along with our Food Pantry, did a fantastic job organizing this event to help the growing number of vulnerable families in our community due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Thank you to everyone who donated food and time in support of those in need! Our community is AMAZING and a BLESSING! To see more pictures from the event, click here. |
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Dealing with COVID-19
We all face challenges during this time of global pandemic due to COVID-19 and our Pastoral and Social Services Ministry is here for you. If you or someone you know is feeling confused, lonely, and/or afraid it is OK. You are not alone. Susan Dobson, in our Pastoral and Social Services Ministry, is here to help you. The office is open to all at any time (by phone or Face Time or Zoom for meetings.)
To request an appointment with our Pastoral and Social Services Ministry, call for an appointment: 209-320-5733 or please click here (requests are kept confidential).
Maybe you are not aware that you are grieving. To see some of the common symptoms associated with grieving, click here. You may also visit our DEALING WITH COVID-19 page for additional resources and messages during these challenging times.
To request an appointment with our Pastoral and Social Services Ministry, call for an appointment: 209-320-5733 or please click here (requests are kept confidential).
Maybe you are not aware that you are grieving. To see some of the common symptoms associated with grieving, click here. You may also visit our DEALING WITH COVID-19 page for additional resources and messages during these challenging times.
Reaching out to our parishioners
We are calling our parishioners to check in and see how they are doing. However, we do not have current phone numbers for everyone. This is a good time to call the Ministry Center (209-472-2150) to update your contact information. Thank you. Know you are in our prayers.
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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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)
Homilies (Audio Files)
Homilies from the live-streamed Sunday Masses are available by clicking on the below links.
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