ST. JUSTIN PARISH COMMUNITY 2655 Homestead Road, Santa Clara, CA 95051

(408) 296-1193 ~ www.st-justin.org

Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

The Twenty-Third Day of July of 2017 Weekend Masses

Saturday Vigil 5:00 p.m. Sunday

7:30, 9:00, 10:30 a.m., 12:15 and 7:00 p.m.

Holy Days of Obligation 8:30 a.m., 12:15 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Weekday Masses Monday-Friday

8:30 a.m. Saturday 8:00 a.m.

Reconciliation Saturdays 3:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.

or by appointment

Parish Office Hours Monday-Friday

9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Closed for lunch 12:00 - 1:15 p.m.

What weakness can the power of the Spirit help you overcome?

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PASTORAL STAFF Rev. Christopher Bransfield, Pastor 408-296-1193, x 107, cbransfield@dsj.org

Rev. Gerald Nwafor, Parochial Vicar 408-296-1193, x 113, gnwafor@dsj.org

Ms. Karen Suty, Principal 408-248-1094, x 232, ksuty@dsj.org

Mr. Joe Bauer, Pastoral Associate, Facilities, Community Ministry 408-296-1193 x 109, jbauer@dsj.org

Mrs. Mary Kane, Director of Faith Formation 408-296-1193 x 104, mykane@dsj.org

Mrs. Lillian Kwiatkowski, Music Director 408-296-1193 x 112, lkwiatkowski@dsj.org

Ms. Laura Ortiz, Office Manager 408-296-1193 x 102, lortiz@dsj.org

Ms. Diane Serrianne, Receptionist 408-296-1193 x 100, dserrianne@dsj.org

Rev. James Okafor, In Residence

PHONE NUMBERS

Parish Offices: 408-296-1193 Monday-Friday, 9:00-5:00 p.m.

closed 12:00-1:15 p.m. Fax: 408-244-9437

Website: www.st-justin.org

Catechetical Ministry Ext. 102

Ministry to the Sick Ext. 113

Youth Ministry Ext. 104

Liturgical Ministry Ext. 107

Community Ministry 408-243-1462

School Office 408- 248-1094

Thrift Store 408-243-7117

Current Hours: Monday-Friday 9-2:30 p.m.

Saturday 9-3:00 p.m. Sunday 10-3:00 p.m.

Patience for a Good Harvest God’s supremacy is clear in the reading from Wisdom. God is all-knowing, just, and powerful. Our hearts, thoughts, and actions are clear to God before we even know them. Even with incomprehensible power, God is patient. The words of Wisdom show us how God tempers justice with mercy and how God’s actions teach us to be patient, fair, and hopeful.

Paul encouraged the Romans to be patient through the trials of this life. The fretting is really not worth the effort when compared to the glory God has in store for us. We are saved in the hope of what is unseen, and we need to be patient in order to receive God’s promise of heaven. Even when we lack patience, the Spirit helps us and gives us the heart to hope, wait, and pray.

Jesus tells a parable about wheat and weeds in Matthew’s Gospel. After planting good seeds of wheat, an enemy came along to the field and spread weed seeds. When the plants popped through the soil, the workers were upset to see so many weeds and wanted to pull them out.

The owner encouraged the workers to be patient—to let them grow together until the harvest. Whatever weeds were left, the workers were to bundle and burn.

All three readings today challenge us to be patient. That’s a tall order for a culture immersed in satellite dishes, fax machines, mobile phones, the Internet, and compact discs filled with volumes of information. Often we are in such a hurry that we don’t take the time to look at all the aspects of a situation. Our hurry causes us to judge quickly. We may judge other people, or judge a case, coming to the conclusion that it does not warrant our time. Patience, however, gives us time to do God’s work among the wheat and the weeds. Rather than appraise the weeds as evil and lost causes, we are shown by God’s example to wait patiently and lovingly for the final judgment that belongs to God alone. Copyright © 2004, World Library Publications. All rights reserved.

Our Second Collection for the Mission Co-Op Appeal was

$4,118.00 Thank you for your continued generosity!

WEEKLY STEWARDSHIP REPORT

JULY 9, 2017

Goal $12,500.00

1st Collection $8,515.00

Online $1,380.00

Direct Deposit $1,808.00

Variance <$797.00>

WEEKLY STEWARDSHIP REPORT

JULY 16, 2017

Goal $12,500.00

1st Collection $8,565.00

Online $1,223.00

Direct Deposit $318.00

Variance <$2,394.00>

Our Second Collection for Peter’s Pence was

$2,380.00 Thank you for your continued generosity!

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ORGANIZATIONS

PARISH COUNCIL Thai Tran 408-296-1193

FINANCE COUNCIL Mary Sparacino 408-296-1193

STABLEMATES (Men’s Club) Jim Newton 408-296-1193

LADIES GUILD Julia Cardoza 408-296-1193

GUADALUPE SOCIETY Maria Marquez 408-985-1088

ALTAR SERVERS Stephen Russell 408-472-1931

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, COUNCIL #3523 Rafael Betancourt 650-224-6849 fs@kofc3523.org

FIL-AM ORGANIZATION Manny Balce 408-296-1193

BOY SCOUT TROOP 14 Toby McPheeters 408-421-9770 www.bsa14.org

Mass Dedications for the Week of July 24 – July 30, 2017 + notes deceased

We pray for those who are ill or suffering from loneliness, sadness, or depression. We pray for those who care for them. We pray for our deceased family and friends. We pray for our men and women who are serving in the military.

This week we pray especially for those who are ill or preparing for surgery: Pam Manquen, Caleb Miles, Lourdes Nastor, Chang Nguyen, Jerry Sylvia, Doody Ungson, Christine Walsh, Nam Vu, Beverly York

And for those who have died: Mary Jane Bartosik, John Pindrock

Monday 8:30 a.m.

Alona Lea Nicolas + Andrea and Monica Nicolas +

Saturday 5:00 p.m.

Leona Gonzales + William Kelly +

Tuesday 8:30 a.m.

All Souls Sunday 7:30 a.m.

Pilar Ferrer Marionette Hickey

Wednesday 8:30 a.m.

Antonio Aranda Sunday 9:00 a.m.

Anne Behan + William Kelly +

Thursday 8:30 a .m.

Hipolito Aquias + Sunday 10:30a.m.

FOR ALL PARISHIONERS

Friday 8:30 a.m.

Peggie Mueller Sunday 12:15 p.m.

Pedro & Candida Taloma +

Saturday 8:00 a.m.

Alona Lea Nicolas + Andrea and Monica Nicolas +

Sunday 7:00 p.m.

All Souls

Registering in a parish is a declaration of your desire to be part of a Catholic community and a commitment in all its

dimensions brings you advantages, recognition, and

responsibilities of many kinds. Being a registered parishioner

makes things much easier when it is time for infant Baptism,

weddings, when asked to be a Baptismal or Confirmation Sponsor and even funerals.

We are often asked to provide affidavits for Baptismal and

Confirmation Sponsors. We can only do this if a person is a

registered, active and contributing member.

So, are you a registered parishioner?

If not, please consider registering. Registration forms

are available in the Parish Ministry Center or online

at www.st-justin.org

STAND AND BE COUNTED

Knights of Columbus Annual Picnic

The Knights of Columbus, Fr. Joseph Geary Council 3523 of St. Justin parish will be have their annual picnic. We invite all parishioners,

Knights and their families & friends to the picnic on Sunday, July 30th from 11am - 4pm at the Arbor Picnic Area "A" at the Central Park.

The Knights of Columbus will supply hamburgers, hot dogs, fixings and drinks. If you like, please bring a side dish or dessert to share.

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CATECHETICAL MINISTRY NEWS Call or email Laura Ortiz, (408)296-1193 ext. 100, lortiz@dsj.org for registration information.

If you have any questions about our programs, contact Mary Kane at (408) 296-1193 ext. 104

Faith Formation is more than just religious education. It is a life long journey towards a

deeper relationship with Christ. Ongoing Faith Formation Program Classes will begin October 1st These classes meet on Sundays, Pre-K3 through 1st Grade: 9-10 a.m. 2nd Grade through 8th Grade:10:15-11:30 a.m. High School Confirmation Session will begin September 24th This program begins in September and culminates with the Sacrament of Confirmation in May. The candidate sessions take place on Sundays, 5:30-7:00 p.m. Registration begins August 1st.

Sacramental Preparation You may register for this program if your child has already completed one year of Ongoing Faith Formation or is enrolled in a Catholic school. This program is for baptized children in 2nd grade and higher. Parent-Child interviews will begin in August.

CLOW (Children’s Liturgy of the Word) During the 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Sunday Masses, children are dismissed to the Parish Ministry Center Chapel for an age appropriate Liturgy of the Word. The children return to church during the Presentation of the Gifts.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Jr. High Catechists Needed There is no better gift than that of passing on the faith to our children. We are looking for teachers/catechist for our Sunday Faith Formation program. No experience necessary, just a willing heart to share our faith with our children. If you feel called to this ministry, please contact Mary Kane at mykane@dsj.org

(Rite of Christian Initiation

of Adults) Are you an adult seeking

baptism? Or were you baptized Catholic as a child but have not

celebrated the sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist?

This program is a process of

spiritual and education formation through a conversion of mind and

heart. It is marked by liturgical rites that are celebrated with the parish community. It is open to

all who genuinely seek, by God’s grace to live their lives in the

Catholic Christian faith.

Baptism of School-Age Children If your child is seven years or older and unbaptized, we provide the Rite of Christian Initiation adapted for children. Please call Mary Kane at (408) 296-1193 ext. 104 for more information.

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MINISTRY NEWS

Outreach Dinner There is an Outreach Dinner taking place today, Sunday, July 23, beginning at 1:30 p.m. in our Parish Small Hall. All Senior Citizen members of our Parish are invited, along with a guest, to this meal followed by BINGO.

Financial Assistance for Parishioners

St. Justin Community Ministry has set aside some funds to provide Parishioners with limited Financial Assistance when facing unexpected issues. If you find yourself in need, contact Joe Bauer at 408-296-1193 extension 109 or jbauer@dsj.org

Food & Diaper Collection Most of you are aware of the Community Ministry Collection Barrels that are located in our Church. During the month of July, we will continue to request canned Soup, Pork & Beans, Chili, Macaroni & Cheese and Tomato Sauce. We are also in need of Baby Diapers (Size 3- 5). These are items that we do not receive often from the Second Harvest Food Bank. Please feel free to drop donations in the barrels in the Church, the barrel in the Foyer of the School or bring items to the Parish Office.

Fresh Fruit and Vegetables needed For those of you who have back yard fruit trees with an over abundance of fruit and/or gardens with vegetables please consider donating what you can to Community Ministry. The fruit and vegetables are a welcome addition to the food that we distribute to those seeking assistance.

COMMUNITY MINISTRY TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION For centuries, the only Eucharistic Prayer we heard as Western Catholics was the old Roman Canon, usually recited in a low voice by the priest, in Latin. By the 1940s, many Catholics were learning to follow along with the actions of the priest by means of a bilingual missal, with Latin on one side and English on the other. Drawings of the priest’s position at the altar, moving from one side to the other, or bowing or standing with uplifted hands at the center, helped the readers stay on track. The Roman Canon is a long prayer, and since it was done every day for every occasion, priests had a way of galloping through it. Even though long, its structure is fairly simple, with the consecration and sacrifice clearly marked out. Sadly, this surviving prayer had triumphed over many treasures of our tradition that emphasized other dimensions of Eucharist. The Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy in 1963 did not call directly for new Eucharistic Prayers, but that direction was inevitable. Discussion began almost immediately, and by 1967 the Vatican approved three new Eucharistic Prayers. In 1974, the Congregation for Worship unveiled the experiment of two Eucharistic Prayers for Masses of Reconciliation, and three for Masses with Children. At last, a period of creativity and enrichment had begun. —Rev. James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

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save the date! Annual Parish Celebration has been moved

to Sunday, September 10, 2017

FAITH Beyond 2000 Part II

A dynamic formation program for catechists and others interested in

gaining a better understanding of their faith.

The Chancery 1150 N. First Street San Jose, CA 95112

Mondays, 6:45 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

August 28: Family, Culture, Church

Plan now to attend FAITH beyond 2000 and give

your ministry and your spirituality a boost!

http://www.dsj.org/education/catechetical-ministry/basic-catechist-certification/faith-

beyond-2000-part-2

Get ready to be ON FIRE at the NorCal Jam at Six Flags Discovery

Kingdom in Vallejo Saturday, September 16, 2017

Celebrate Mass with 4,000 youth, the diocesan Bishops, Fr. Agustino Torres,

Joe Melendrez, and Papa Joe! Get inspired by speakers Rhyan Ramirez, Lucia Zamora, Thomas Awaipo, Joe

Melendrez, Leah Darrow and Fr. Augstino Torres. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat lunch and ride till you drop with two

hours exclusive park access. Enjoy an evening concert!

Sign up today at www.norcalcatholicyouth.com

Tentative Schedule 7:00am– Tram Service Starts 8:00am - Gates of Park Open 8:15am - Chabot Stadium Opens 9:00am - Morning Program & Mass with Fr. Joseph Espaillat, II, Jesse Manibusan, Steve Angrisano, Sarah Hart, Joe Melnedrez and the Holy Fire Choir @ Chabot Stadium 12:00pm - Joe Melendrez (YA Talk) 12:00pm—Fr. Joseph (Spanish) 12:00pm - 4:00pm - ON FiRE Local Stage @ Dolphin Plaza 12:00pm - 3:00pm - Lunch and Vocation Carnival @ Picnic Grove 2:00pm - Fr. Joseph (Boys Talk) 2:00pm - Cecilia Flores (Girls Talk) 5:00pm - Evening Program with Joe Meledrez, Steve Angrisano, Sarah Hart, Fr. Joseph, and the Holy Fire Choir @Chabot Stadium 7:00pm - 9:00pm - Exclusive Ride Time for ON FIRE ticket holders

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Volunteer Training for Detention Ministry

October 28, 2017 9-11:00 a.m.

Diocese of San Jose Chancery

This training will be primarily for brand new volunteers. You

are needed to direct prayer services and bible studies and

possibly to accompany individual inmates through the RCIA process. If you think you

are interested in serving incarcerated persons and would like further information, please

contact Sister Maryann Cantlon at (408) 983-0131 or

at mcantlon@dsj.org

ADS

Just a reminder to check all parish activities, go to our website at www.st-justin.org. Click on the CALENDAR link, and you will find where it is being held and the times.

Marriage Anniversaries

If your anniversary is coming up, please let us know!

Laura Ortiz at 296-1193 ext. 102 or lortiz@dsj.org

If you suspect abuse in your parish, school or in the Diocese of San Jose, please contact: Child Protective Services 408-299-2071; Call 911; or The Diocesan Office for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults, 408-983-0113 or email protection@dsj.org. If you suspect financial mismanagement in your parish, school or in the Diocese of San Jose, please contact: EthicsPoint: dsj.ethicspoint.com.

By offering Married Couples the beautiful  

experience of a Worldwide Marriage  

Encounter Weekend, the Catholic Church is 

affirming and supporting you in your 

 chosen vocation – Marriage.  Take  

advantage of this great gift to enhance your 

relationship and enjoy a love‐filled weekend 

away together. The next Marriage Encounter 

Weekend is: November 10‐12, 2017 in 

 San Jose. Early registration is highly  

recommended. For more information visit our 

website at: sanjosewwme.org or contact Ken & 

Claranne at applications@sanjosewwme.org or  

by phone at 408‐782‐1413.  

Tony and Reddie Trias July 21, 1982

Have you ever wondered who does the flowers for the Church? Have you wished to learn how to arrange flowers?

We have an opportunity for you to be trained to help the Flower Committee. The Flower committee arranges flowers for the Church

every week. You can volunteer to be on the committee, and be paired and trained for flower arrangements, so you can become an independent

flower arranger. We need more volunteers! Usually we do flower arrangements on Friday afternoons or Saturday mornings. We set up a schedule about every 6 months, and you volunteer for a good day for

your schedule. St. Justin’s pays for the flowers, and you pick them up at Fuji’s or Mt. Eden and then arrange them. All of this will be covered in

training. If you are interested in joining the committee, please contact Louise Sumpter at 408-348-7734 or by email

at lsumpter55@earthlink.net. Thanks for considering becoming a flower committee member!

CHURCH NAME AND ADDRESS St. Justin Church #488800 2655 Homestead Road Santa Clara, CA 95051 TELEPHONE 408 296-1193 CONTACT PERSON Laura Ortiz EMAIL: lortiz@dsj.org SOFTWARE MSPublisher 2007 Adobe Acrobat X Windows 10 TRANSMISSION TIME Tuesday 11:00 SUNDAY DATE OF PUBLICATION July 23, 2017 NUMBER OF PAGES SENT 1 through 8 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS