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MARCH 1, 2020 — FIRST SUNDAY OF LENT (YEAR A)

SAINT BARTHOLOMEW’S PARISH

Saint Bartholomew Parish is a welcoming and inclusive Catholic Community of Faith.

As disciples of Jesus Christ, we commit ourselves to sharing our Christian Faith

as well as our time, talents, and resources for the welfare of all God’s people.

Mass Times

Saturdays 5:00 p.m. Vigil

Sundays 8:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. with Children’s Liturgy

11:15 a.m. 5:30 p.m.

Daily Mass Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.

Holy Days 5:30 p.m. (Vigil) 8:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m.

First Friday Eucharist Adoration 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel

Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturdays, 4:15 to 4:45 p.m. or by appointment

Fr. Mike Healy

Pastor Marriage and Baptism Preparation

[email protected], ext. 213

Rachael Smit Director of Religious Education,

First Eucharist Preparation [email protected], ext. 215

Pattie Tangney

Veronica McCusker Receptionists


Jeff Dimagmaliw Bulletin Editor

[email protected]

Fr. Teddy Magpayo Associate Pastor

Marriage and Baptism Preparation, Filipino Ministry, Liturgy Committee, Lectors,

Eucharistic Ministers, Alter Servers, RCIA [email protected], ext. 226

Joanie Bronzini

Faith Formation Assistant [email protected], ext. 219

Cathy Scharetg

Confirmation Director [email protected], ext. 211

Andrea Rodriguez

Communications Webmaster

[email protected]

Mary Rock

Operations Manager, Funeral Arrangements


Jacob Tolentino Youth Minister


Maria Shao Music Director


Ministry Scheduling [email protected]

Luis Marcello

Maintenance/Facilities, ext. 223

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Parish Community Office: 600 Columbia Drive, San Mateo, CA 94402

Phone (650) 347-0701 Fax (650) 347-2429 www.Barts.org Mon–Thu, 9 a.m.–8 p.m. | Fri, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. | Sat, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

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T he Lenten season is a fresh invitation to explore again who God is, who we are, and what it means to be human. We begin by hearing the

tragic story of the first humans in the book of Genesis. As Paul describes in Romans, our struggles started when our ancestors broke the bond of unity with God, sought self-sufficiency, and grew apart from their true purpose and identity. In Matthew’s Gospel, we see how Jesus resists the lure of living outside of unity with God. Jesus rejects false promises of possessions, power, and status. Instead, he puts his life in his Father’s hands. As our model for living as a fully human person, Jesus demonstrates that we are created to live in relationship with and trust in God, and in harmony with and for all of creation.

STEWARDSHIP BY THE BOOK

What temptations lure us from the path of discipleship? Possessions? Pride? Power? Oh Lord, create for us a clean heart and renew a steadfast spirit within us!

QUESTION OF THE WEEK

“What helpful advice could you offer someone faced with a temptation?”

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION

All are invited to contemplate, to adore, and to pray to Jesus Christ before the Blessed Sacrament every first Friday of the month. Hours of exposition are from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Please sign-up online. Adoration is a sign of devotion to and worship of Jesus Christ who is fully present to us in the Consecrated Host.

As the Lord said to Peter the night before His Crucifixion, “So you could not keep watch with me for one hour? (Matthew 26:40)”

“CONNECTIONS”

The second reading this Sunday is not easy to follow, especially when some of Paul’s sentences are more like paragraphs. But you will notice that he makes several important connections: between sin and death, between Adam and Jesus, and between obedience and disobedience.

Sin, he says, is the cause of death. Of course, everyone is subject to death at some point, even if they haven’t sinned. A less serious sin can be a little “death” when it makes us feel that we are not as close to God as we could be. And sins that we might think are not a big deal, like smoking, can lead to serious health problems.

The connection between Adam and Jesus is not so obvious. Adam was the first to bring sin and death into the world. Jesus is the first to bring forgiveness by his death on the cross. The main difference between them is that Adam disobeyed God, while Jesus was obedient to his Father. Adam reminds me of a child who knows what he is supposed to do, but thinks that he can do the opposite and get away with it.

In the Gospel, Satan can be thought of as trying to get Jesus to do things the easy way. When he tempts Jesus to turn stones into bread, he shows Jesus an easy way to feed the people. But Jesus takes a better way, when he feeds us with himself in the Eucharist. The devil says Jesus can throw himself off the temple as a dramatic way to attract followers; Jesus lets himself hang from the cross to draw people to himself. Satan promises the kingdoms of the world if Jesus will only worship him. But Jesus chose to be crowned with thorns and receive his kingdom when he rose from the dead.

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OUR MILITARY Dan Lagomarsino, Elizabeth Constantino, Sean McGinnis, Alaina Mariano, Frank Verducci III, Reece Zunino, and Michael Henry Tauskey

OUR PARISHIONERS Francisco Ramon Nava, Ramon Ongpin, Mary Helen McMahon, Margaret Chan, Yolanda Meffert, Les Carscadden, Jack Sunseri, Penny Bloching, Kelly Smircich, Sharon Jean Rottiers, Julie Ann Rottiers, Veronica Dean, Barbara Carmody, Connie Leahy, Jane Thompson, Anna Scandalios, Lyla Shin, Denise Briand, Peggy Crisci, Bob Pfeffer, Christina Picazo, Nathaniel Lighty, Benny Long, Helen Maurana, Rick Meyers, Joan Morabito, Juan Carlos Munoz, Santino Olives, Joan & Bill Pizoli, Joel Rivera, Anne Soeitek

READINGS FOR NEXT WEEK

——: Second Sunday of Lent :——First Reading Genesis 12:1-4a

Psalm Psalm 33 Second Reading 2 Timothy 1:8b-10

Gospel Matthew 17:1-9



others that those with flu-like symptoms remain at home. For the convenience of those who are homebound or unable to attend Mass because of illness or infirmity, Mass is broadcast on channels 8, 20 (Comcast), KTSF 26. THE PENTATEUCH

Let’s take a look “under the hood” of the Pentateuch together. You are invited to join us as we venture into the Old Testament and at the same time connect the dots to the New Testament and approach the Holy Spirit in a docile way to nourish our faith and guide our life of charity as faithful shepherds of our church through the Scriptures. Join us every second Monday of the month starting March 9th at 7 p.m. at the Parish Center Library for a discussion about Our Journey into the Pentateuch.

Together as a discussion group we will look at:

1. God speaking to his church 2. All the Divinely-inspired books of the Old

Testament and the prophecy of the coming of Christ Our Redeemer

3. 46 books in all grouped into three books: Historical books, Didactical (poetical or wisdom) books, and Prophetical books

4. How the interpretation of the Old Testament in the context of Church Tradition is personal

5. Understanding the word “Pentateuch” as a tool to keep straight our path with love and ease

6. In the end what is our individual message as we share the good news with others because we took another good look at The Word

Hope to see you then! Contact: Eleanor Britter at (415) 378-6789.

SOCIAL JUSTICE

“An ounce of practice is worth more than tons of preaching.”

Mahatma Gandhi

Please join the St. Bart’s Social Justice group as we try to practice social justice in our community. Our next meeting is Monday, March 23rd at 7:00 p.m. For more information, please reach out to Ross Weir at [email protected] or at (650) 678-0480. CATHOLIC WOMEN’S RETREAT

Registration is open for the upcoming Hope and Healing After Abortion Women's Retreat on March 7-8, which will be held here in the SF Bay Area. The retreat will be led by Fr. Vito Perrone, Contemplative of St. Joseph with the Daughters of Carmel, at a confidential location. Donation of $50 is suggested, but can be waived. For more information, call (415) 614 5567, [email protected], or register online at sfarchdiocese.org. HEALTH ADVISORY

To protect the health of our parish community, we will not consecrate the usual four chalices for Communion but instead you will receive under one Species—the Bread which is the body of Christ. If you are feeling ill or may have been exposed to an illness, please refrain from offering your hand during the Sign of Peace. Please be aware that the obligation to attend Sunday Mass does not apply to those who are ill, especially those who suffer from contagious disease. It is a sign of consideration for

Sunday 8:00 a.m. Missa pro Populo 9:30 a.m. Karen Brizzolara † 11:15 a.m. Karen Brizzolara † 5:30 p.m. Patricia Vales † Monday 8:00 a.m. Karl Nigg † Tuesday 8:00 a.m. Vicky Rodriguez † Wednesday 8:00 a.m. Carl & Josephine Ercole † Thursday 8:00 a.m. Rose-Marie Dilenschneider † Friday 8:00 a.m. Agaha Huang † Saturday 5:00 p.m. Maria DeGregorio †

— THIS WEEK’S MASS INTENTIONS —



”THE FOUR GIFTS” BOOK READING

Coming to the Hillbarn Theatre in Foster City in June 5th through the 14th will be a reading of a book written by Father Joe Bradley titled “The Four Gifts.” Do not miss this event! For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit hillbarntheatre.org. BRIGHTEN THE DAYS OF A SENIOR

Brighten the days of a senior with companionship—Help out at Catholic Charities Adult Day Services Program in San Carlos by playing games, reading, doing crafts for a few hours per week. Flexible dates and times, Mondays to Fridays between 9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Please contact Carol Laughlin at [email protected] for more details.

CHILDREN’S FAITH FORMATION

CHILDREN’S LITURGY

BOOK CLUB

The Book Club will be holding its next meeting on Thursday, March 12th at 10:30 a.m. in the Media Center, for a discussion of “East of Eden” by John Steinbeck. On April 9th, we will discuss “Atonement” by Ian McEwan. Please join us for some great discussion. For more info, please call Alba

Toboni at (650) 922-2237.

Men’s Prayer Group

Register at Barts.org (under About—Parish Registration) to get the latest from St. Bart’s via email.



TAIZE PRAYER SERVICE

Please join us for an evening of song, silence, and prayer around the cross on Thursday, March 19th at 7:30 p.m. here at St. Bart’s. 40 DAYS FOR LIFE CAMPAIGN

Help save babies from dying and parents from crying—in remorse. Offer God a beautiful sacrifice this Lent of 2020. From February 26th to April 5th, commit to one (or more) hours weekly (or even daily!) at the 40 Days for Life peaceful sidewalk prayer vigil in front of the abortion business at 2907 El Camino Real in Redwood City. Make this Lenten commitment by contacting Jessica (scheduler) at (650) 572-1468 or (650) 918-9119 (mobile) or at [email protected], or go to www.40daysforlife.com/redwoodcity.

God will surely bless you for it—you will not be at the vigil alone—and you may save a life! LENTEN CLOTHING DRIVE

This year, our St. Bartholomew parish project will support the St. Francis Center in Redwood City. It is asking for donations of new underwear and socks for adults and children, ages 6-17. Diapers (size 4 and 5) are also needed.

During Lent, please place your donations in the collection bins in the church vestibule or the parish office. If y o u h a v e q u e s t i o n s , k i n d l y contact [email protected]. Thank you for your generosity!

MINISTRIES & ORGANIZATIONS WITHIN ST. BARTHOLOMEW’S PARISH Altar Servers Fr. Teddy Magpayo (650) 347-0701, x226 [email protected]

Baptism Preparation Fr. Mike Healy (650) 347-0701, x13 [email protected] Fr. Teddy Magpayo (650) 347-0701, x226 [email protected]

Bridge for Fun (and Bridge Lessons) Drew Donovan (650) 341-0896 [email protected] Building and Grounds Committee Bob Fitzgerald (650) 574 8644 [email protected]

Circle of Concern—Funeral Receptions Ursula Esteves (650) 341-0717 [email protected] Trudie Huygen (650) 341-5969 [email protected]

Eucharistic Adoration Mary Jo Anstey (650) 348 3571 [email protected] Eucharistic Ministers Fr. Teddy Magpayo (650) 347-0701, x226 [email protected]

Eucharistic Ministers to the Sick Theresa Chenlouie (415) 205-2394 [email protected] Faith Formation (Religious Education) Rachael Smit (650) 347-0701, x215 [email protected]

Filipino Ministry Brenda Foster (650) 346-2327 [email protected] Finance Council Bob Bunje (650) 341-7671 [email protected] Friendship Club Betty Jue Tan (650) 571-0430 [email protected]

Funeral Arrangements Mary Rock (650) 347-0701 [email protected] Grief Support Ministry Gwyn Luong (650) 773-9314 [email protected]

Hospitality Coffee & Donuts Lois Pileri (650) 341-4991 [email protected] Hospitality Ushers Joe Pert (650) 341-6152 [email protected]

Lectors and Liturgy Committee Fr. Teddy Magpayo (650) 347-0701, x226 [email protected]

Marriage Preparation Fr. Mike Healy (650) 347-0701, x13 [email protected] Fr. Teddy Magpayo (650) 347-0701, x226 [email protected]

Men’s Club Tony DaRoza (415) 298-2788 [email protected] Men’s Prayer Group Jack Baumgarten (650) 218-2225 [email protected]

Music Ministry Maria Shao (650) 347-0701, x222 [email protected] Pastoral Council Joe Pert (650) 341-6152 [email protected] Parish Book Club Ann Regan (650) 347-4680 [email protected]

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) Fr. Teddy Magpayo (650) 347-0701, x226 [email protected] Saint Vincent de Paul, (650) 343-4403 Randi Randle (650) 573-0619 [email protected]

Samaritan House Brenda Sell (650) 483-3765 [email protected]

Sandwich Sunday Francine Dickson (650) 346-9455 [email protected] Gary Bergero (650) 372-0576

Saturday Morning Fitness Class Jack Galatolo (650) 345-7531 Second Harvest Mary Jo Anstey (650) 740-0347 [email protected]

Spiritual Direction Barbara Sequeira (650) 364-4572 [email protected] Social Justice Ross Weir (650) 678-0480 [email protected]

Women’s Guild Kathy Messinger (650) 544-9023 [email protected] Women’s Prayer Group Karen Lautsch (650) 342-9827 [email protected]

Youth Ministry Jacob Tolentino (650) 347-0701, x218 [email protected]

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