MEssage from our Ministers16th Sunday in ORdindary Time
I myself will gather the remnant of my flock. . . . - Jeremiah 23:3
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. - Psalm 23:1 He came and preached peace to you who were far off and peace to those who were near. . . . - Ephesians 2:17 Come away by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while. - Mark 6:31 In the complexity and busyness of today’s world, we can become frazzled and undone. Like the disciples, we may have “no opportunity even to eat” (Mark 6:31). Unless we make time to rest in God, frustrations and stress can overwhelm us. God is present in the midst of our comings and goings. God gathers us and gives us peace. How do we respond to God’s invitation so we can come to know Jesus as Good Shepherd, the One who delights in us, the One who desires to give us peace and rest? Make time to be still, to rest, to be with God in an intentional way. When we accept God’s invitation, we will find that there is nothing we want. When we put God first, everything else falls into place. 
Décimo Sexto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario
"3.Yo recogeré el Resto de mis ovejas " - Jeremías, 23 - Bíblia Católica Online "1.Salmo. De David. Yahveh es mi pastor, nada me falta" - Salmos, 23 - Bíblia Católica Online "17.Vino a anunciar la paz: paz a vosotros que estabais lejos, y paz a los que estaban cerca" - Efesios, 2 - Bíblia Católica Online "«Venid también vosotros aparte, a un lugar solitario, para descansar un poco.»" - Marcos, 6 - Bíblia Católica Online En la complejidad y el ajetreo del mundo actual, podemos agotarnos y destruirnos. Como los discípulos, es posible que “no tengamos oportunidad ni siquiera de comer” (Marcos 6:31). A menos que hagamos tiempo para descansar en Dios, las frustraciones y el estrés pueden abrumarnos. Dios está presente en medio de nuestras idas y venidas. Dios nos reúne y nos da paz. ¿Cómo respondemos a la invitación de Dios para llegar a conocer a Jesús como Buen Pastor, Aquel que se deleita en nosotros, Aquel que desea darnos paz y descanso? Tómate un tiempo para estar tranquilo, descansar, estar con Dios de manera intencional. Cuando aceptamos la invitación de Dios, descubriremos que no hay nada que deseemos. Cuando ponemos a Dios primero, todo lo demás encaja. 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. Sincerely, Fr. Mark PUBLIC CELEBRATION OF MASS - COVID-19
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.
The dispensation of attending Mass on Sundays and days of obligation will continue until June 26-27, 2021. SUNDAY MASS/DISTRIBUTION OF COMMUNION
DAILY MASS
WEEKDAY SPANISH MASS
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
CONFESSION
Please keep in mind, our duty to continue to assist with the financial support of the Church (cf. canons 22 §1 and 1983 of the Code of Canon Law) and should consider giving electronically via our website or by mailing a check to our parish. Continuaremos celebrando las Misas de 10:30 am y 2:15 pm afuera frente al Centro Comunitario. Todos los demás se celebrarán adentro. Traiga su propia silla para sentarse afuera si no se siente cómodo estando adentro, si la iglesia se llena, y para todas las celebraciones al aire libre. 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
MISA EN ESPAÑOL LOS DÍAS DE LA SEMANA
ADORACÍON EUCHARÍSTICA
CONFESIÓN
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. 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. 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. FR. MARK'S REFLECTIONS AND ARTICLES / REFLEXIONES Y ARTÍCULOS DEL P. MARK
GOSPEL MEDITATION
There’s an ordinary pine grove located on a tree farm not too far from town where life’s stresses and demands seem to melt away. It is here that all that seemed so important out there no longer is and one can get lost in the rows of trees and majestic beauty. God is here and all is good. We need to connect with the Divine Source of all that is in order to understand what it is we are doing and why we are doing it. Otherwise, things stop making sense and bitterness can overcome one’s spirit. It’s okay to play once in a while and to discover that place of profound life and peace. People always have needs and there is constantly something to do. And while all of that is necessary and we are needed, there is also that inner solitude within that needs to be celebrated and released. We all need a pine grove. It’s that little place we can go and leave all that consumes us behind. It’s a place where technology can be set aside and wonder, and awe given some time. We don’t have to text, calculate, or orchestrate anything in the pine grove. It is a somewhat deserted place where all of that can be set aside and we can just be. The anger, frustration, exhaustion, discouragement, helplessness, and occasional apathy, all can fall to the ground like all of those pine needles that once held their place on the branch of a Frasier Fir. The needles can let go. We can let go. We are beings connected with Being and we all need to remember what really matters, who really matters and what life is truly all about. We need to find that place where we can rest and let go of all of the barnacles we accumulate. Rest, breathe, seek, and love. The world will need us again when we leave the pine grove. It will all be waiting for us, beckoning for our attention. But we will have prayed and will have marveled at the silence and the beauty of goodness. We can go back, ready, and eager to listen, to help, to heal, to cry, to embrace, and attend to all that is asked of us. But, having let go of the distractions in that deserted place we will have a renewed sense of purpose. We will know better Who it is we serve and what we are meant to do. It will all be clearer now that we have been Divinely touched and refreshed. ©LPi
MEDITACIÓN EVANGÉLICO 16º Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario La Liturgia de hoy evoca la figura del pastor. Figura muy fuerte en tiempos de Jesús. Un pastor cuida, protege y da la vida por sus ovejas. También existen los malos pastores y se distingue su mal proceder. Este Evangelio, también es recordado el IV domingo de Pascua. Jesús es el Pastor de Pastores, basta el mirar su proceder para ver lo mucho que nos ama y busca nuestro bien en todo momento. La primera lectura nos describe los rasgos de los malos pastores. Así, que, si los invertimos veremos claramente las características de los buenos pastores. ¿Actualmente a quienes se les dice pastores? Bueno, no es solamente los pastores en la iglesia. Pastores son las personas que cuidan y protegen y guían a otros. Se les puede llamar pastores a los padres de familia, a los maestros, a los abuelitos y a toda persona que tiene bajo su cuidado, de alguna forma, el hogar, la escuela o la oficina. El Evangelio nos dice que Jesús dijo a sus discípulos: “Vámonos aparte, a un lugar retirado, y descansarán un poco. Porque eran tantos los que iban y venían que no les quedaba tiempo ni para comer” (Marcos 6:31-32). Lo que paso a los apóstoles, les pasa a los padres de familia responsables del cuidado de sus hijos. Son tantas las idas y venidas que no hay tiempo ni para comer. ¡Señor Jesús, deseo que tú seas mi Pastor y mi Maestro en todo lo que hago! Guíanos a todos y cúranos de nuestras heridas por esta pandemia. El mundo entero te necesita, no nos abandones. Oremos juntos: “El Señor es mi Pastor nada me falta; en verdes pastos él me hace reposar. A las aguas de descanso me conduce, y reconforta mi alma” (Salmo 23: 1-3). ©LPi PrayerspRAYER FOR THE sICK
Prayer for the SickMany people are suffering from ailments of some form or another. Not to mention those who are affected by the global pandemic: COVID-19. Please join us as we pray for the sick, their families, and caregivers.
Quincy Vaughn, Ilene Lao Rualizo, Tina Mills, Jodi Raper, Shirley Benecke, Ariel Sandoval, Jorge Fernandez, Miguel Aguilar, Kathleen Smith, Pam Makelke, Janet Kavanaugh, Mary Anderson, Dolores Chaparro, Terri Lomeli, Momoh Lahai, Lori Mock, Jim Essner, Damon Barkley, Stan Flott, Michael Copeland, Julie Nguyen, Shirley Torlai, Savannah Torlai, Jason Fleming, Nicholas Mills, Melody Martinez, Maria Luisa Ramirez Castro, Vidal Castro Barbosa, Silvestre Ramirez, Manuel Almendarez, Sr., Josie Yeaman, Gayle Elesante, Erlene Raspo, Mary Oliva, Connie Spielman, Dolores Dominguez, Rita Hersom, Russell Smith, Vanessa Jara, Karen Essner, Lydia Quintana, Jodi Harden, David Smith, Liz Waddle, Gilberto Rios Sevilla, Stephanie Delira, Virginia Gurat, Julie Lagesse, Kathy Ramirez, Karl Feist, Jill Choate, Carl Wilner, Michael Relloque, Joyce Gabato, Ellie Bender, Jeophrey Sulit, Dinora Morales, Andrew Cisneros, Jacob Barrows, Victoria Oliva, Yvonne Calderone, Emilio Mora, Barbara Gini, Mario Rodolfo Rodriguez Samayoa, Patti Spielman, Helen Miller, Rosemary Bitz, and Rudy Garcia To add or remove names, please contact the Media Coordinator at media@presentationchurch.net. To see additional 'Prayers for the Sick', please click here. mASS iNTENTIONS
wEEKLY mASS iNTENTIONSSunday, July 18, 2021
Monday, July 19, 2021
Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
Thursday, July 22, 2021
Friday, July 23, 2021
Saturday, July 24, 2021
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iN REMEMBRANCE OF THOSE WHO HAVE GONE BEFORE USChristine Burdick Guadalupe Gonzales Ryan Gabato Joe Moya Claro Dimayuga Eugene Sbragia Lucila Romano Christina Manaloto Esmerna Manaloto Domingo Manaloto Al Acio Natalia Montes Nava Danilo Mendoza Imelda Itliong Julius Guzman Mary Tafoya Luis Lopez Carol Jolly Carlos Almanza Napoleon Larot Gustavo Gonzalez Eva Sotelo Garrido Jose Alberto Lepe Marlene Knapps Ramon Carino Antonio Maria de Leon Marilyn Cruz Walt Nichols Elsie Holdren Bernice Horn Maria Vargas Maria Robledo Clara Villalpando Elidia G. Tavarez Joe L. Gracia Robert L. Parrino Kathleen Moretto Buenafe Sola Tuazon Christopher Blin Vivian Simon Edward Ziller Wilma Franzone Flora Jaramillo Jimmy McCluskey |
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rEADINGS FOR THE weEK
From the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)
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Sunday, July 18, 2021 - 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Jer 23:1-6/Eph 2:13-18/Mk 6:30-34
Monday, July 19, 2021
Ex 14:5-18/Mt 12:38-42
Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Ex 14:21—15:1/Mt 12:46-50
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
Ex 16:1-5, 9-15/Mt 13:1-9
Thursday, July 22, 2021
Sg 3:1-4b or 2 Cor 5:14-17/Jn 20:1-2, 11-18
Friday, July 23, 2021
Ex 20:1-17/Mt 13:18-23
Saturday, July 24, 2021
Ex 24:3-8/Mt 13:24-30
Sunday, July 25, 2021 - 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time
2 Kgs 4:42-44/Eph 4:1-6/Jn 6:1-15
Sunday, July 18, 2021 - 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Jer 23:1-6/Eph 2:13-18/Mk 6:30-34
Monday, July 19, 2021
Ex 14:5-18/Mt 12:38-42
Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Ex 14:21—15:1/Mt 12:46-50
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
Ex 16:1-5, 9-15/Mt 13:1-9
Thursday, July 22, 2021
Sg 3:1-4b or 2 Cor 5:14-17/Jn 20:1-2, 11-18
Friday, July 23, 2021
Ex 20:1-17/Mt 13:18-23
Saturday, July 24, 2021
Ex 24:3-8/Mt 13:24-30
Sunday, July 25, 2021 - 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time
2 Kgs 4:42-44/Eph 4:1-6/Jn 6:1-15
Stewardship ReflEctions
From our Stewardship Council
16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
“He said to them, “Come away by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while.” Mark 6:31
Do you spend time, every day, alone and in silence listening to how God is calling you? If not, you are missing out on a wonderful opportunity to develop a more personal relationship with Him. Unless we talk and more importantly, listen to God every day, how else will we know how He is calling us? Consider making a retreat this year, spend some “alone” time with God.
“He said to them, “Come away by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while.” Mark 6:31
Do you spend time, every day, alone and in silence listening to how God is calling you? If not, you are missing out on a wonderful opportunity to develop a more personal relationship with Him. Unless we talk and more importantly, listen to God every day, how else will we know how He is calling us? Consider making a retreat this year, spend some “alone” time with God.
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16° Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario
"Él les dijo, "Vengan conmigo ustedes solos a un lugar tranquilo y descansen un poco." Marcos 6:31
¿Pasa tiempo, cada día, solo y en silencio escuchando como Dios lo llama? Si no, usted está perdiendo una oportunidad maravillosa para desarrollar una relación más personal con El. A menos que usted le hable y más importante, escuche a Dios cada día, ¿Como saber que Él lo está llamando? Considere hacer un retiro este ano, pase algún tiempo "solo" con Dios.
"Él les dijo, "Vengan conmigo ustedes solos a un lugar tranquilo y descansen un poco." Marcos 6:31
¿Pasa tiempo, cada día, solo y en silencio escuchando como Dios lo llama? Si no, usted está perdiendo una oportunidad maravillosa para desarrollar una relación más personal con El. A menos que usted le hable y más importante, escuche a Dios cada día, ¿Como saber que Él lo está llamando? Considere hacer un retiro este ano, pase algún tiempo "solo" con Dios.
Children's PRayer
From our Minister of religious Education
Sharing the Gospel
Have you ever just wanted to be alone for a while? Jesus and his disciples knew what that felt like. They wanted to be alone to talk and rest, but crowds of people were surrounding them. Even when Jesus and his disciples tried to slip away unnoticed, people followed them anyway. They arrived only to find more crowds of people. This was certainly not the quiet time they had planned on. Being patient and kind, Jesus gave up what he wanted, and he began to teach the crowds.
Prayer
Dear God, thank you that Jesus gave up what he wanted, just so he could help other people. Help me to follow his example. Amen.
Something to Draw
Draw a picture of Jesus surrounded by large crowds of people.
Mission for the Week
Spend some alone time with Jesus tonight. If you get interrupted because someone else needs help, that's okay. Go help, and then come back to your alone time with Jesus again.
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Have you ever just wanted to be alone for a while? Jesus and his disciples knew what that felt like. They wanted to be alone to talk and rest, but crowds of people were surrounding them. Even when Jesus and his disciples tried to slip away unnoticed, people followed them anyway. They arrived only to find more crowds of people. This was certainly not the quiet time they had planned on. Being patient and kind, Jesus gave up what he wanted, and he began to teach the crowds.
Prayer
Dear God, thank you that Jesus gave up what he wanted, just so he could help other people. Help me to follow his example. Amen.
Something to Draw
Draw a picture of Jesus surrounded by large crowds of people.
Mission for the Week
Spend some alone time with Jesus tonight. If you get interrupted because someone else needs help, that's okay. Go help, and then come back to your alone time with Jesus again.
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Spiritual Communion
Even if one cannot sacramentally receive the Eucharist, everyone should be aware of the practice of making a spiritual communion. The following is a daily prayer for Spiritual Communion:
O my Jesus, I believe that You are in the Blessed Sacrament.
I love you above all things, and I desire to receive you into my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment receive you sacramentally,
come at least spiritually into my heart.
I embrace you as if you were already there and
unite myself wholly to you.
Never permit me to be separated from you.
Amen.
For more resources on Spiritual Communion, click here.
O my Jesus, I believe that You are in the Blessed Sacrament.
I love you above all things, and I desire to receive you into my soul.
Since I cannot at this moment receive you sacramentally,
come at least spiritually into my heart.
I embrace you as if you were already there and
unite myself wholly to you.
Never permit me to be separated from you.
Amen.
For more resources on Spiritual Communion, click here.
saINT OF THE wEEK
Saint Christina the Astonishing
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Feast Day: July 24 Born at Brusthem, Belgium, Christina had a seizure at age 21 that was thought to have killed her. At the Mass being said for her, she suddenly flew to the top of the church, later saying she had been to hell, purgatory and heaven, and was allowed to return to earth to pray for suffering souls. This was one of the incredible events attributed to this poor, likely schizophrenic mystic, called “Christina Mirabilis,” who reportedly flew to treetops and rooftops to avoid smelling other people. She spent her last years in St. Catherine Convent in Saint-Trond, and is a patron saint of psychiatrists, psychologists and those suffering mental illness. Copyright © 2021, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, DC. All rights reserved. CNS Photo. |
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Sta. Cristina la Asombrosa
1150-1224
Día de fiesta— 24 de julio
Nació en Austria, su padre era un conde polaco y su madre oriunda de Suiza. María Teresa renunció a su posición de dama de compañía de una gran duquesa toscana para dedicar sus habilidades literarias y de organización a las misiones africanas y al movimiento para la liberación de los esclavos. En 1894, fundó el Instituto de las Hermanas Misioneras de san Pedro Claver, la cual fue aprobada formalmente en 1899. María Teresa enfatizó la importancia del movimiento laico, promovió el alfabetismo entre los africanos y produjo Biblias, catecismos y publicaciones periódicas en varios idiomas africanos. Ella falleció en Roma en la casa general de su orden y fue beatificada en 1975.
Copyright © 2021, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, DC. Todos los derechos reservados. Imagen en dominio público.
1150-1224
Día de fiesta— 24 de julio
Nació en Austria, su padre era un conde polaco y su madre oriunda de Suiza. María Teresa renunció a su posición de dama de compañía de una gran duquesa toscana para dedicar sus habilidades literarias y de organización a las misiones africanas y al movimiento para la liberación de los esclavos. En 1894, fundó el Instituto de las Hermanas Misioneras de san Pedro Claver, la cual fue aprobada formalmente en 1899. María Teresa enfatizó la importancia del movimiento laico, promovió el alfabetismo entre los africanos y produjo Biblias, catecismos y publicaciones periódicas en varios idiomas africanos. Ella falleció en Roma en la casa general de su orden y fue beatificada en 1975.
Copyright © 2021, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, DC. Todos los derechos reservados. Imagen en dominio público.
Happening Now
In Our Parish
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Spread Christian cheer with the choir. If you enjoy singing, then join the choir practices in preparation for the concert. Choir practices are on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 PM in the church.
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Spring/Summer 2021 - Faith Formation WITH FR. JOe
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YOU ARE INVITED! YOU ARE WELCOME!
SPRING-SUMMER 2021 FAITH FORMATION A Spirituality of Growing & Living in the Kingdom of the Divine Will on Earth as it is in Heaven COURSE DESCRIPTION: In the light of the “Our Father”: “Thy Kingdom Come, Thy Will be done on earth as it is in heaven,” this spirituality --- understood as God’s “great miracle of miracles, the greatest gift God has ever given to humankind” --- focuses on “the restoration of the Kingdom of God’s Will come to earth as it reigns in heaven.” |
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This course facilitates knowing, loving, and possessing the Kingdom of the Divine Will in response to God’s invitation: “Come, you who are blessed by my Father. Inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world” (Matthew 25:34).
18-COURSE SESSION BEGINS/ENDS & WHERE:
The course begins on April 14, 2021 and ends on August 11, 2021. This takes place every Wednesday from 5:45 pm to 7:30 pm at the Church of the Presentation of the B.V.M., Stockton, CA. FREE: No charge.
COURSE CONTENT & PROCESS:
THANKS FOR YOUR GOODWILL
18-COURSE SESSION BEGINS/ENDS & WHERE:
The course begins on April 14, 2021 and ends on August 11, 2021. This takes place every Wednesday from 5:45 pm to 7:30 pm at the Church of the Presentation of the B.V.M., Stockton, CA. FREE: No charge.
COURSE CONTENT & PROCESS:
- Adoration, Prayers, Hymns of Praise & Worship
- Video Presentation: 18-course sessions based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church and the Church-approved writings of Luisa Piccarreta
- Input by Fr. Joe: Contemplation-Action for the Healing/Life of the World, Church & Family
- Blessing
THANKS FOR YOUR GOODWILL
NEW TECHNOLOGY
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Download our new FREE app for iPhone and Android smartphones. 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. Click here to get the app from your phone or tablet. Descargue nuestra nueva aplicación parroquial HOY!. 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. |
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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:
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Thank you for your consideration and support!
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!
In Our Parish School
School Happenings
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Welcome Back Students, Family, Faculty, and Staff We look forward to a phenomenal school year! |
“Alone we can do so little, together we can so much.” - Helen Keller. Our new normal (for now): teaching lessons via ZOOM. Our teachers are working around the clock and going above & beyond to be there for their students.
Prayer for our School
Blessed are you, Lord God,
Creator of body and mind and heart; you have sent the Spirit of wisdom and knowledge to guide your people in all their ways. At the beginning of this new school year (or semester/term) we implore your mercy: bless the students, teachers, and staff, that together we may grow in faith, hope, and love as we learn from you and each other how to follow your Son Jesus. Expand the horizons of our minds, that we may grow in wisdom, understanding, and knowledge; deepen our commitment to seek the truth of your ways; and enliven our faith to reach out to those in need. Glory and praise to you, Lord God, in the Church and in Christ Jesus forever and ever.
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Prayer taken from the Catholic Household Blessings and Prayers, Revised Edition (Washington, DC: USCCB, 2007), 300. Copyright © 2020, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington DC. All rights reserved.
Blessed are you, Lord God,
Creator of body and mind and heart; you have sent the Spirit of wisdom and knowledge to guide your people in all their ways. At the beginning of this new school year (or semester/term) we implore your mercy: bless the students, teachers, and staff, that together we may grow in faith, hope, and love as we learn from you and each other how to follow your Son Jesus. Expand the horizons of our minds, that we may grow in wisdom, understanding, and knowledge; deepen our commitment to seek the truth of your ways; and enliven our faith to reach out to those in need. Glory and praise to you, Lord God, in the Church and in Christ Jesus forever and ever.
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Prayer taken from the Catholic Household Blessings and Prayers, Revised Edition (Washington, DC: USCCB, 2007), 300. Copyright © 2020, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington DC. All rights reserved.
In Our Diocese
Bishop Cotta's Corner
Bishop Cotta's Monthly Reflection
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To read Bishop Cotta's Monthly Reflection for July 2021,
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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 30 de junio 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 |
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Hispanic Ministry:
Encuentro Matrimonial - Agosto 27-29, 2021 (Marriage Encounter in Spanish) Vivan un encuentro matrimonial virtual desde la comodidad de su hogar. La experiencia es un refugio para el corazón que ayuda a escucharse y conectarse más profundamente con su pareja y con Dios. El Obispo Ramón Bejarano compartirá y acompañará en la reflexión. Inscríbanse lo más pronto posible comunicándose con Ramona Orta al (209) 679-5387; o via email francisco.ramona.orta@wwme.org. |
Migrant Ministry:
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