September 30, 2018 | Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Fr. Ernesto Orci Pastor eorci@saintlawrence.org 1-408-296-3000 Ext. 438

Fr. Joseph Page Parochial Vicar jpage@saintlawrence.org 1-408-296-3000 Ext. 440

PARISH OFFICE 1-408-296-3000 Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday 9:00 AM - Noon parish@saintlawrence.org

Giuliana Barragan Office Manager gbarragan@saintlawrence.org Ext. 431

Vickie Wallace Office Assistant vwallace@saintlawrence.org Ext. 432

CATECHETICAL OFFICE SUNDAY SCHOOL OF RELIGION M. Eleanor de Paz - Catechetical Director edepaz@saintlawrence.org Ext. 433

MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH MINISTRY M. Eleanor de Paz middleschoolym@saintlawrence.org Ext. 433

HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH MINISTRY highschoolym@saintlawrence.org Ext. 433

HIGH SCHOOL CONFIRMATION Elgin Presa - Coordinator Katrina Antonio - Coordinator highschoolconfirmation@saintlawrence.org

YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY youngadult@saintlawrence.org

ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL (Pre-K - 8th Grade) Carina Lares - Principal clares@saintlawrence.org 1-408-296-2260

CHILDREN’S CENTER 1-408-296-8077 Teen Center & Extended Day Care Trini Martinez - Director

SAINT LAWRENCE THE MARTYR CATHOLIC PARISH AND EDUCATION CENTER 1971 ST. LAWRENCE DRIVE SANTA CLARA, CA 95051 TEL. NO. 408-296-3000 FAX NO. 408-296-3100

E-Mail Address: parish@saintlawrence.org Website: www.saintlawrence.org

Celebrating Our Catholic Faith through Worship, Education, and Service

MASS TIMES Sunday • 8:00 AM • 10:00 AM (Children’s Liturgy of the Word) • 12 Noon • 1:30 PM (Mass in Spanish) • 6:00 PM (Youth Mass)

American Sign Language (ASL) Mass

• 3:30 PM (In the Church) 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month

Saturday • 8:30 AM • 5:00 PM (Sunday Vigil)

Monday – Friday • 8:30 AM

Reconciliation Saturday • 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM or by appointment

Eucharistic Adoration Thursday • 9:00 AM Solemn Benediction 8:30 PM

Devotions Rosary (English) ● Monday to Saturday After the 8:30 AM Mass Rosario en Español ● Martes 6:30 PM en Capilla Novena to Our Mother of Perpetual Help ● Tuesday 8:15 AM

Chapel Open Daily from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

In response to the abuse crisis in the Catholic Church,

all parishioners are invited to partake in the

Evening Prayer and Adoration in October in our Church.

October 4,11, 18 and 25, 2018 (Thursdays) Time: 7:30 PM

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September 30, 2018 Fund for Church Loan Payments

and Maintenance

Taizé - Prayer around the Cross Please join us from 8pm to 9pm

Oct. 19, Nov. 16, Dec. 21, Jan. 18, Feb. 15, March 15, May 17 Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose Chapel

43326 Mission Circle, Fremont, CA 94539 (off Mission Tierra). For more information, please call 510-502-5797.

Sponsored by The Knights of Columbus Sunday, October 14, 2018

After the 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM Masses in the Parish Hall

MENU: 3 Pancakes - 2 Sausages - Scrambled eggs - Coffee - Tea - Milk Just $ 5.00 / Children under 4 FREE

St. Lawrence the Martyr Parish accepts donations electronically using your computer, tablet or smart phone. Parishioner Benefits • Set up your own contributions • Your donation is automatic and safe • Electronic giving is efficient, practical and easy

Please prayerfully consider Online Giving. Visit our Parish website at www.saintlawrence.org

for more information or to sign up.

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Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday Until October 30, 2018

New Time: From 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM Donation $4/session

This weekend we continue reading from the Letter of Saint James, we have heard from Saint James throughout September. The person to whom this letter is ascribed can scarcely be one of the two members of the Twelve who bore the name James, for he is not identified as an apostle but only as “slave of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ”. This Saint James most probably refers to the third New Testament personage named James, a relative of Jesus who is usually called “brother of the Lord”. He was the leader of the Jewish Christian community in Jerusalem whom Paul acknowledged as one of the “pillars”. In Acts he appears as the authorized spokesman for the Jewish Christian position in the early Church. According to the Jewish historian Josephus, he was stoned to death by the Jews under the high priest Ananus II in A.D. 62.

Today’s passage from James shifts from instruction on how to live and proper dispositions underlying a righteous life to warnings for those who ignore such teaching. Immediately before today’s Second Reading, the author has cautioned against overly confident preparation for the future, since all things are divinely ordained. In each present moment, one ought to do God’s will, and whoever fails to do what he or she knows to be right commits sins.

James addresses the warning that follows in today’s Scripture to those who expend great effort amassing wealth in this world. Again he stresses that the present world is transitory, and so the attempt to store up riches for the future is fruitless. Further, those who have cheated others in order to secure luxury for themselves will find God on the side of the poor who suffered because of their grasping for wealth increasing riches and pleasure for oneself at the cost of fair treatment of others is momentary; God’s just recompense will last forever.

God’s Just Recompense (taken from Commentary On Today’s Second Reading) By: Kelly Flores

This year has been exciting and joyful at Saint Lawrence Elementary and Middle School so far. Some very special, positive changes for the School are the return of former members of the Community. One of those special returners is Mrs. Stein! Mrs. Stein taught Kindergarten at SLEMS from 2004-2011, her last class is the current 8th grade. Mrs.

Stein has stayed in contact with the Community over the years, joining in Graduation and other celebrations and events. Her new role at SLEMS is our librarian. When asked about her new adventure Mrs. Stein said “I’m very proud to return to my home at SLEMS after my retirement, hoping to make a difference in a small way. I was delighted when Mrs. Lares suggested I might work in the library. I hope to enhance the curriculum by inspiring young readers to love books. I’ve always felt that part of my mission is to create a warm, loving learning environment that is safe, nurturing and fun”. We feel very blessed to have Mrs. Stein back with us weekly, and look forward to the wonderful lessons and joyful books we will be sharing during library time with her!

The Next Marriage Encounter Weekend is November 9-11, 2018 in San Jose.

For more information visit our website at: sanjosewwme.org or contact Ken & Claranne

at applications@sanjosewwme.org or 408-782-1413.

Starting on Tuesday, October 2nd and running for 10 sessions, a Theology of the Body study for teens will be held at St Lawrence. It will be from 7:30pm - 9pm in the Tutoring Center. Visit www.echoesofworth.com to learn more!

Palabra que da Vida

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Office for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable

Adults Diocese of San Jose Anthony Gonzalez

Phone: 1-408-983-0113 Fax: 1-408-983-0147

Emergency line: 1-408-983-0141 E-mail: protection@dsj.org

Office of Financial Services If you suspect financial

mismanagement or misconduct in your parish, school,

or in the Diocese of San Jose, please contact:

EthicsPoint dsj.ethicspoint.com

or hotline 888-325-7863

CATHOLIC CEMETERIES OF THE DIOCESE OF SAN JOSE

Please call ahead for Pre-Needs or At-Need Arrangements

Gate of Heaven Cemetery 22555 Cristo Rey Drive

Los Altos, CA 94024 (650) 428-3730

Calvary Cemetery 2655 Madden Avenue San Jose, CA 95116

(408) 258-2940

Sé misericordioso y acoge al pecador “Dijo Juan a Jesús: Maestro, hemos visto a uno que echaba demonios en tu nombre, y se lo hemos querido impedir, porque no es de los nuestros. Jesús respondió: No se lo impidáis, porque uno que hace milagros en mi nombre no puede luego hablar mal de mí. El que no está contra nosotros está a favor nuestro.” (Mc 9, 38-40) La “palabra de vida” de esta semana nos invita a practicar esa virtud tan de moda que es la “tolerancia”, pero entendida de una manera cristiana. Todos caben en la Iglesia –les dice Jesús a sus discípulos- porque todos caben en el corazón amoroso del Padre. Todos, incluidos los pecadores más notorios. Esto nos tiene que llevar a una actitud de acogida y no de rechazo; de comprensión con el prójimo e incluso con sus debilidades y pecados. Sin embargo, esta comprensión -y ahí es donde nos diferenciamos de la manera secularizada de vivir la tolerancia- no significa que tengamos que dar la razón a quien no la tiene, que tengamos que decir que el mal no existe o que, llevados de nuestra comprensión hacia el pecador, debamos decirle que lo que hace no tiene importancia y que puede seguir pecado. Cristo, que es siempre nuestro modelo, comía con los pecadores públicos de su época -los publicanos y las prostitutas- y no dudaba en enfrentarse con una sociedad hipócritamente puritana para defender a una adúltera que iba a ser lapidada. Sin embargo, a los publicanos les decía que dejaran de robar, a las prostitutas que se ganaran honestamente la vida y a la adúltera le dijo que no pecara más. Seamos intransigentes con el pecado y acogedores y misericordiosos con el pecador. Basta con que se arrepienta, con que quiera cambiar, para que reciba ya el abrazo del Padre. No lo olvidemos, todos caben en la Iglesia, con tal de que quieran ser santos, aunque aún no lo sean. Gracias a eso, cabemos también nosotros. Propósito: Practica la misericordia y una bien entendida tolerancia que consiste en aceptar las legítimas diferencias que el prójimo tiene con respecto a ti. Acoge con misericordia al pecador, pero jamás aceptes el pecado. Pbro. Santiago Martin

Responsable MARC.

Mass of Remembrance for Victims and Survivors of Violence

Bishop McGrath and the Catholic community invite you to a Mass of Remembrance for victims and survivors of violence, and for peace. Date: Wednesday, 17 October 2018 Time: 7:00 PM Place: St. Elizabeth Church at 750 Sequoia Drive, Milpitas, CA Presider: Bishop McGrath This is a communal celebration of remembrance of those who have lost their lives through violence and a communal prayer for peace. All are invited to attend and to pray for those who are enduring the loss of a family member or friend. “Violence is overcome day by day, choice by choice, person by person, all of us must make a contribution.” U.S. Catholic Bishops

Misa de Recuerdo para las Víctimas y los Sobrevivientes de Violencia

El Obispo Patrick J. McGrath y la comunidad católica de San Jose te invita a la celebración de la santa misa para víctimas de violencia, y por la paz. Fecha: Miércoles 17 de octubre de 2018 Hora: 7:00 PM Lugar: Iglesia de Santa Elizabeth en 750 Sequoia Drive, Milpitas, CA Oficiante: Obispo McGrath Esta es una celebración comunitaria para conmemorar a aquellos que han perdido sus vidas a través de la violencia y una oración comunitaria por la paz. Todos están invitados a asistir y a orar por aquellos que están sufriendo la pérdida de un familiar o amigo.

“La violencia se supera cada día, decisión por decisión, persona por persona, todo debemos contribuir a superarla.” Obispos Catolicos de Estados Unidos

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September 30 to October 7, 2018 YEAR B

for the

The Luck of St. Lawrence is back! Tickets are now available at the Parish Office

Year! Deadline: Tickets must be returned to the Parish Office on October 30, 2018 before 12 Noon for the drawing on Oct. 31, 2018.

Now on its The name of the winner of the September 28, 2018 drawing will be published in next week’s bulletin.

The next drawing will be on October 31, 2018 for a $200 prize ♦Remember that each ticket you buy now gives you 9 chances to win. ♦Please return your sold ticket stubs with payment to the Parish Office since the sooner you turn in your sold tickets, the more chances you have to win the prizes money.

You can be the next Lucky

Winner!

Vince Adan Ann Ayala Lanny Barr

Razon-Barragan Malu Bautista Paul Bazigian

Mayeth Bernardo John Bonette

Enrique de la Cerda Cheryl Ann Coutcher Craig DeGiovanni Jr.

Toni DeGiovanni Suzanna Fossom

Matt Hardin Margaret Haselden

Connor Higgins Mary Lou Hostetter

Ann Lizotte Luli Maldonado Alvina Martinez

Patricia Martinez Lucy Moreno Mackena Naki

Pat Naki Emily Grace Navarra

Ernie Ortiz Elizabeth Ostachuck

Ana Perez Alberta Perkins

Lina Pirotta Moses Pirotta

Marjorie Reichert Fatima Reis Joel Rivera

Soledad Valadez David Vega

Lina Velasco Ricardo Villagomez

Soyong Williams Alma Zamora

Please Pray For . . . Our Parishioners,

Friends, and Family

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For St. Lawrence Fifth Grade!

Apply at waldenwest.org/volunteer

(and request April 8-12, 2019)

waldenwest_cabinleaders@sccoe.org

For St. Lawrence Sixth Grade!

Apply at waldenwest.org/volunteer

(and request Feb. 25–March 1, 2019)

waldenwest_cabinleaders@sccoe.org

Please help Operation Care & Comfort (OCC) bring some holiday cheer to our Troops & Veterans by filling out holiday cards or donate unfilled cards. Please return all cards by October 26th 5pm to the Rectory. I will pick them up in time for our holiday pack on November 4th. Thank you, Tim for OCC Instructions: 1. Please do not seal envelopes. Place a V on the back of envelopes if the holiday card is for a Veteran. 2. Please keep your message light and cheerful. 3. Please don’t write about politics, religion or controversial issues. 4. If you wish you can place a mailing label, so if the Troop & Veteran wants to they can reply. If you do get a reply, we ask that you share that with us. 5. Thank you for helping provide some cheer to our Troops & Veterans during this holidays. Question: Contact Tim Logan @ 408-896-9764 or email tlogan23@gmail.com subject line: Holiday cards.

Don't Miss Ignatius Press 40th Anniversary Celebration!

You are invited to join us to celebrate 40 years of God's blessings on the publishing work of Ignatius Press. Meet and hear distinguished Catholic speakers Fr. Joseph Fessio, SJ, Cardinal Francis Arinze, Peter Kreeft, Michael O'Brien, Fr. Robert Spitzer, SJ, Steve Ray and Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone. Fri./Sat., Nov. 2-3, at St. Mary's Cathedral event center.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit ignatius.com/40

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Have you ever thought about becoming a Sister? Do you seek a new path? Are you listening to your heart?

Single Catholic women ages 18-40 are invited to a Religious Vocation Discernment Retreat with the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul

October 26-27, 2018 in Los Altos Hills, California (Bay Area).

If you would like to know more about attending this prayerful and reflective discernment retreat,

contact Sister Lisa Laguna, D.C. at 650/949-8890, 213-210-9903, or email us at srllaguna@doc1633.org

learn more at www.Daughters-Of-Charity.com/retreats/

40 Days for Life Fall Campaign From September 26 through November 4, you’re invited to join other Christians for 40 Days for Life – 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion. You’re also invited to stand and peacefully pray during a 40-day vigil in the public right-of-way outside Planned Parenthood, 1691 The Alameda, San Jose 95126, and also to help spread the word about this important community outreach. If you’d like more information – and especially if you’d like to volunteer to help, please contact: Rilene at (408) 800-5498 or 40dflsanjose@gmail.com.

Upcoming events: • Continuing Prayer Vigils 7:00 am to 8:00 pm every day. Join us in

prayer on the sidewalk in front of Planned Parenthood, 1691 The Alameda, San Jose 95126. Schedule yourself and a friend here online www.40daysforlife.com/sanjose. We pray from 7 am to 8 pm, every day for the 40 days.

Download the 40 Days app at 40daysforlife.com/app/ Digital calendar, devotional prayers, news feed and FAQ’s!

OPEN HOUSE: ESTATE PLANNING SEMINAR Saturday, October 6: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Gate of Heaven Catholic Cemetery Open House: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.; Seminar: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Learn about the components and benefits of end-of-life planning. Presenters will address Advance Directives, Estate Planning and ways Catholic Cemeteries will assist with your funeral plans and burial property. Give the gift of peace of mind to yourself and your loved ones by having your plans in place. RSVPs appreciated. Complimentary lunch; free tours and appointments. 650-549-6056 or cemeteryinfo@dsj.org

PLANNING A CATHOLIC FUNERAL and LEGACY GIVING Thursday, October 18: 7:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.

St. Julie Parish – Sullivan Center - 366 St. Julie Drive, San Jose Presenters: Fr. Christopher Bennett,

Catholic Community Foundation, Catholic Cemeteries Come learn about the history and richness of our Catholic Funeral Rites (Vigil, Mass, Graveside Committal), Legacy Giving, and the service and options at our Catholic cemeteries. This workshop will assist you in making choices about your funeral or that of someone close to you. For more information, contact Catholic Cemeteries 650-428-3730 or cemeteryinfo@dsj.org