A Stewardship Parish Our Mission: To Evangelize God's People, beginning with the Gift of the Holy Eucharist

May 1, 2016 Sixth Sunday of Easter

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1813 Oakdale Road • Modesto, CA 95355

ST. JOSEPH’S CATHOLIC CHURCH

From the Pastor’s Laptop

Father Mark Wagner May 1 , i s the

traditional feast day of St. Joseph the Worker, and today we pray in particular for men, that they will be good workers, good husbands and good fathers of families. We pray also for the success of the June 11 “Central Valley Men’s Conference,” which will help strengthen the faith of the men of St. Joseph’s!

Today’s second reading is about a great marriage that is described at the end of the Bible (Rev. 21:10-14, 22-23). It speaks of the heavenly vision of the “New Jerusalem” where the saints will dwell in heaven. Unfortunately, the reading that we hear at Mass begins with verse ten, omitting verse nine, which would help us to better understand the context and the profound meaning of this great final vision of the Bible. Verse nine says: “One of the seven angels… said to me, ‘Come here. I will show you the bride, the wife of the Lamb.’” Verse ten begins to describe the vision of the “bride”: “The angel took me in spirit to a great, high mountain and showed me the holy city Jerusalem…”

The rest of the reading describes the beauty of this city which is “the bride, the wife of the Lamb.” This city represents the Church and all the souls of the saints. God is so in love with us that He calls us His bride! God loves us! He loves our city.

His heart is moved when He looks at the neighborhoods and the homes where we dwell. He loves to gaze on us in the Church where we gather as His people, showing how God loves His Church as a husband loves his bride. This is the meaning of the great final vision,

Holy Eucharist Sunday Mass:

Saturday Vigil: 5:30pm Sundays: 7:30am, 9am (Traditional Latin), 10:30am 12:00 Noon 1:30pm (Español) 5:30pm 7:30pm

Daily Mass: 8:00am & 5:45pm; Saturdays 8:00am Traditional Latin Mass, Fridays at Noon

Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration: Chapel access code available in office Children’s Services: Liturgy of the Word (CLOW) Sunday Mass 10:30am, 1:30 pm Spanish Sacrament of Reconciliation: Monday thru Thursday 5-5:30pm Fridays: 6:30pm (Holy Hour) Saturdays 8:30-9:30am & 4-5pm Homebound please call 551-4973 for a priest to visit you by appointment. Clergy: Fr. Mark Wagner, Pastor Fr. Francis Joseph, OCD, Assoc. Pastor Fr. Chandrasekar C. Paulraj, Assoc. Pastor Fr. Ernesto Madrigal (not in residence) Rev. Mr. Ken Ochinero, Deacon Rev. Mr. Ernest Ciccarelli, Deacon RCIA Inquiries: Noemi Ewalt 209-581-8477

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which is found at the end of the Bible: God will see His bride, which is our city. We will be happy in heaven not because we live in a beautiful city, but because WE are the city and God finds us beautiful!

Marriage is a very important theme in the Bible. Another indication of the importance of marriage is found in the first reading (Acts 15:1-2, 22-29). It concerns the first great decision made by the nascent church at the first church Council in Jerusalem. It was decided not to “upset” new converts by forcing them to obey all the complicated Jewish laws from the Old Testament. It was decided that Christians could live completely free.

“Marriage is a very important theme in

the Bible.” The only requirements would be to

refrain from certain foods and from “unlawful marriage.” This meant that Christians could not engage in adulterous or incestuous relationships; this can never change! This reading shows that Christians must always uphold and defend marriage which is that stable relationship between one man and one woman, the only stable place to raise children, and the only firm foundation for the future of society.

“...the wife of the Lamb”

Parish Office Hours Monday-Friday: 8:30am-6:30pm

except Wednesday: 1-6:30pm Weekend Maintenance

(209) 602-6062

Questions? To make an appointment with a priest or deacon or to register at

St. Joseph’s, please stop in or call our parish office at 551-4973.

Welcome to St. Joseph’s We’re glad you’re here!

Mass Intentions

How can we help?

209 551-4973 Ext.

Español Rosario 110 Altar Servers Svetlana 200 Buildings and Grounds Tammy 207 Children / Teen Catechesis Maria 218

Choirs and Cantors Svetlana 200 Events and Activities Tammy 207 Financial Services Barbara 108 Giving to St. Joseph’s Tammy 207 Parish Lending Library 208 Parish Ministries Bertha 202 Parish Registration Rosario 102

Room Reservations Rosario 110

Volunteering Bertha 202

Website Ramon 213

Youth Ministry Franz/Patty 206/223

Publications Tammy 207 Religious Education Doug 203

PARISH LEADERSHIP COMMITTEES: Pastoral Council: David Loucks Finance Council: Jim Gordin Building: Rick Dinubilo Development: Daniel Del Real Stewardship: Rick Rahe

READINGS

Monday: ACTS 16:11-15

Tuesday: 1 COR 15:1-8

Wednesday: ACTS 17:15, 22—18:1

Thursday: ACTS 18:1-8

Friday: ACTS 18:9-18

Saturday: ACTS 18:23-28

Sunday: ACTS 7:55-60

Sunday, May 1 (Sixth Sunday of Easter)

7:30a All St. Joseph’s Parishioners 1:30p

Guillermo Radilla Jesus & Elvira Quiralte Erasmo Quiralte Juanita Perez

9:00a Roland Noack Loy Sagrado Sp. Int. Ivan Rizo

3:30p

Fr. Joseph Thuruthikattu

10:30a

Mother’s Day Novena 5:30p

Francisco Egozcue

12pm Sylvester DeLeon 7:30p

Sp. Int. Trenton Kjellberg

Monday, May 2

8:00a Mother’s Day Novena 5:45p

Joseph Alegria Catherine Feehan Luis Reis Katherine Foster

Tuesday, May 3

8:00a Mother’s Day Novena 5:45p

Jack Adams Ray Brom, Jr. Ines Lebin Frances Noto

Wednesday, May 4

8:00a Mother’s Day Novena 5:45p

Ethel I. Crum John & Virginia Bairos Erlinda Baraan Jim Trevillyan

Thursday, May 5

8:00a Mother’s Day Novena 5:45p

Dan Martin

Friday, May 6

8:00a Mother’s Day Novena 5:45p

Odete Pimentel

Saturday, May 7

8:00a Mother’s Day Novena 5:30p

St. Joseph’s Memorial Mass

Sunday, May 8 (Seventh Sunday of Easter) Mother’s Day

7:30a Katherine Baggett 1:30p

Laura Ruelas Angela Dominguez Micaela Rangel Dolores Diaz

9:00a

Anastacia & Panfilo Mahayag John Flynn, Jr. Rustico Belen Augusto & Josefina Imperial

5:30p

Sp. Int. Monica Rodriguez

10:30a

O’anh Vu 7:30p

All St. Joseph’s Parishioners

12pm Mother’s Day Novena

12:00p

Petrina Aliotti

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Respect Life Committee

Every month during the Year of Mercy we are reflecting on Works of Mercy

May: Comfort the Afflicted

Come to daily Mass on Wednesdays, when we pray for the intercession of our Mother of Perpetual Help

Check the front office or our events calendar for meeting/contact

information about groups meeting at St. Joseph’s, including : AA Al Anon (Spanish and English) Alateen Encourage Courage Call “211”, a free and confidential service that helps people find the

local resources they need. They are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Visit http://www.csa-stanislaus.com for a list of online resources.

Some times the people who suffer the most are the ones that suffer in silence. Be a friend to someone and show concern for their well being. Try to always be a comforting Light of Jesus in the world.

Step in when you see someone being degraded or bullied, and put a stop to it. You can change the course of someone’s life with a simple act of Mercy.

Don’t ignore people; try to be that person who listens when someone

is talking to you about their concerns.

Actions for this month:

It’s a simple concept. Baby bottles filled with coins. That’s the Baby Bottle Campaign. But this simple concept yields impressive results. This change adds

up, and truly changes lives. Through hosting a Baby Bottle Campaign and partnering with Modesto Pregnancy Center, you allow us to continue being

dedicated to protecting the unborn, and providing for those facing an unplanned pregnancy, as well as the many other services we offer.

STARTS THE WEEKEND OF MAY 8 to benefit the

Modesto Pregnancy Center

Please remember St. Joseph’s Church when planning your estate. Call 551-4973, ext. 207 for more information. Language to use: I give to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, a Corporation Sole, a California nonprofit Corporation, located in

Modesto, CA _____ Dollars ($_______) This gift shall be used for the benefit of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church for ministry and operational expenses or for the following purpose:_______________.

Parish Events and Activities

Save trees and support your church

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Regina Caeli During the Easter season (until Pentecost, May 15), Catholics pray the following prayer instead of the

Angelus (at 6am, Noon and 6pm): V. Queen of Heaven, rejoice, alleluia. R. For He whom you did merit to bear, alleluia. V. Has risen, as he said, alleluia. R. Pray for us to God, alleluia. V. Rejoice and be glad, O Virgin Mary, alleluia. R. For the Lord has truly risen, alleluia. Let us pray. O God, who gave joy to the world through the resurrection of Thy Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, grant we beseech Thee, that through the intercession of the Virgin Mary, His Mother, we may obtain the joys of everlasting life. Through the same Christ our Lord. Amen.

Monday, May 2, 2016 7:00 PM

Boy Scouts Hall

Tuesday, May 3, 2016 9:00 AM Senior Strength Training JP11

10:30 A English for Citizenship Class JP4

6:00 PM Beginning English Class JP4

6:15 PM Legion of Mary JP4

6:30 PM Rosary Makers JP5

7:00 PM Charismatic Prayer Group Sp.

JP7

7:00 PM Filipino Liturgy Committee JP4

7:00 PM Corpus Christi Procession Meeting

JP10

Wednesday, May 4, 2016 6:00 AM St. Joseph’s Workshop (A

Ministry for Men) Hall

6:30 AM Serra Club Mass Chur

11:30 A Intermediate English Classes

JP4

5:45 PM AA - Principle Study Group JP5

5:45 PM Al Anon - Path to Serenity JP10

6:00 PM Alateen - Courage To Be Me JP8

Thursday, May 5, 2016 9:00 AM Senior Strength Training JP12

12:00 P Lunch Bible Study JP5

Friday, May 6, 2016 3:00 PM Divine Mercy Prayer Group CH

6:00 PM Al-Anon Spanish JP10

6:30 PM Children's Adoration Chur

Saturday, May 7, 2016 8:00 AM Blessings Breakfast Hall

8:30 AM Militia Immaculata-Adult JP5

6:30 PM Fr. Francis' Farewell Dinner Hall

8:30 AM M.I. - Spanish JP7

9:00 AM AA - Language of the Heart JP4

Annual Diocese Priest Retreat— May 9- 13 Daily Mass/Confession Cancellations

Masses at 8am Monday, May 9 and then resume at 5:45pm, Friday, May 13

Parish Events and Activities PERPETUAL

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION VACANCIES: Monday: 5-6am;

Friday: 10-11am; 12-1am; Saturday: 4-5pm

Please note that the Adoration Chapel

is only for those who have been provided the access code by the parish

office or who visit prior to or immediately following a Mass. For

those wishing to sign up for an hour, please contact

David and Monica: 209-527-4920.

Healthy Tips from our St. Joseph’s Health Ministry

Signs of Alzheimers:

Memory loss that disrupts daily life, trouble solving problems, difficulty completing familiar tasks, time or

place confusion, trouble understanding visual images, problems with spoken words,

misplacing things and can't retrace steps, poor judgment, withdrawal from social activities, changes in

mood and personality.

In the Diocese

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POSITION OPENING AT ST. JOSEPH’S CHURCH Weekend Janitor, Part Time

Friday-Sunday, 24 Hours per week.

Position requires commitment to the mission of the parish, excellent judgment, ability to perform strenuous tasks for prolonged periods of time, as well as other duties and responsibilities. Please call Director of Operations for more information at ext. 207. Application packet

and position description are available in the parish office.

MODEST DRESS IN CHURCH With the hot weather here, we need to remind everyone of the

importance of dressing appropriately in the house of God. Please avoid short dresses or shorts, spaghetti straps, and any other

immodest attire which does not cover the shoulders, back and cleavage. We ask that men avoid wearing shorts or sleeveless shirts.

Thank you for wearing your Sunday best!

CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICE GUILD ”A TABLESCAPE LUNCHEON”

TUESDAY, May 10—11:30am St. Joseph’s Catholic Church—Fr. O’Hare Hall

Delicious Lunch by Greens, decorated tables and Craft Boutique. ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE CATHOLIC CHARITIES HOMEMAKER PROGRAM

Tickets: $40 each. Call Catheryn Harty at 599-2442 for ticket information.

CATHOLIC PROFESSIONAL AND BUSINESS CLUB MEETING

TUESDAY, May 10— Speaker: Deacon José Reyes Born and raised in El Salvador, he graduated as a Mechanical Engineer from the s Catholic University of El Salvador. He has spent his entire professional career, over 30 years, in the Applications Development side of Information Services, with the last 24 years working for E & J Gallo Winery. José received the Sacrament of Holy Orders in the Order of the Permanent Diaconate at the Cathedral of the Annunciation in Stockton in 2003. Besides his busy schedule at work, Deacon José has an active participation in the life of the Church at St. Stanislaus Catholic

ST. JOSEPH’S WORKSHOP (A Ministry for Men) 6am-Fr. O’Hare Hall (includes breakfast) Wednesday, May 4: Incarnation,

Redemption and Mary Wednesday, May 11: Grace, The Holy

Spirit and Virtues

Youth Ministry

www.vatican.com

How can we show others the mercy of God? We say that

God is compassionate, but we ignore the poor. We say that God loves us and has mercy on us, but we hold grudges

against our friends. Our actions need to authentically

reflect God's mercy. Click below to explore the different ways that you can live out that

mercy every day!

For more resources: http://wwwmigrate.usccb.org/beliefs-and-teachings/how-we-

teach/new-evangelization/jubilee-of-mercy/

Religious Education : Announcements

April 21 was our last day of class

for the Parish School of Religion.

Only those students who will receive their first Confession (after having completed 2 years of catechism), or their First

Holy Communion (after having completed 3 years of catechism), will be attending class throughout the month of May and will receive their sacrament then. Please call

our office at 661-8817, if you have not received this information and your child qualifies for one of these.

You can now register your children for catechism for the 2016-17 School year by downloading the Registration form from our parish website;

www.stjmod.com or pick up a packet at the School of Religion or Parish office.

The last day to register is July 31, 2016*, there will be no exceptions. Payments can also be made online at

www.stjmod.com/psrRegistration.

Profiles in Stewardship By Tammy Menezes

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Center for Lay Apostolates

New to the Parish? Wondering where to start?? Call the Center for Lay Apostolates

551-4973, ext. 202

FOCUS ON LEADERSHIP: Plaza Refreshments are served today by volunteers from our Plaza Hospitality.

Parish Stewardship — a way of life

The Development Committee

is composed of St. Joseph’s Parishioners who have a real interest in the resource development for the future of our parish. Typical backgrounds or interests include: Sales,

Marketing, Digital Design/Social Media, Real Estate, Finance, Education, Management, Public Relations, Law,

Insurance and other related interests. The Committee meets once per month, ten months of the year and terms are

for three years.

The Development Committee is one of the five leadership committees of the parish and its chair (or representative)

also attends the pastoral council meeting.

If you have….. an enthusiasm about the future direction of the parish,

a willingness to listen, to speak honestly and to work toward consensus, the ability to inspire and empower

others to delegate ….

We'd love to hear from you!

What’s the next step if I am interested? Please send a letter of interest to tmenezes@stjmod.com or

to the Parish Office.

Deadline is May 13, 2015. Thank you!

Mary McNicholas Parishioner Mary McNicholas

worked for many years as a Physician’s Assistant, or PA, in local emergency rooms. Her calm, positive demeanor must have brought peace and hope to those who were suffering with critical health issues.

In the same way, she brings her spirituality as a Lay Dominican to her current leadership role at St. Joseph’s as the Children’s Liturgy of the Word leader for the 10:30 Mass. Following a series of meetings regarding the shortage of adult volunteers, the decision was made to temporarily halt the CLOW program for both the 10:30 and 1:30 Spanish Masses.

Many children expressed their disappointment that the “school” they go to during Mass was no longer meeting. In an effort to invite more parents and other adults/older teens to serve, there will be a recruitment in the next two months for all those interested in CLOW remaining as an active ministry in the parish.

Mary is a “mighty Mary,” but she and Maria Lobato, the Spanish CLOW leader, need the village of St. Joseph’s to rally behind them.

“God bless you, Mary, for your

positive energy and willingness to steward and share

your gifts in CLOW. “

Boletín Parroquial en Español! DEL LAPTOP DEL PÁRROCO, Padre Mark

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¿Cómo podemos mostrar a otros la misericordia de Dios?

Decimos que Dios es compasivo, pero ignoramos a los pobres. Decimos que Dios nos ama y tiene misericordia de nosotros, pero tenemos

rencor contra nuestros amigos.Nuestras acciones

deben reflejar auténticamente la

misericordia de Dios. Haz clic abajo para explorar las

diferentes maneras en que se puede vivir la misericordia

que todos los días!

Más información: http://

wwwmigrate.usccb.org/beliefs-and-teachings/how-

we-teach/new-evangelization/jubilee-of-

mercy/

Religión: Anuncios

Usted ya puede registrar a sus niños para catecismo para el año escolar 2016-17 visitando nuestra pagina de web; www.stjmod.com donde podrá obtener el formulario de registro, o también se puede recoger en la

Escuela de Religión o la oficina parroquial. El ultimo día para registrar a sus hijos es el 31 de Julio*, sin excepciones. Usted también puede hacer pagos por internet en nuestra página de internet

www.stjmod.com/psrRegistration.

Hoy es el primero de mayo, la fiesta tradicional de San José el Obre-ro. Oramos en particular para los hom-bres, que serán buenos obreros, buenos esposo, y buenos padres de sus fami-lias. Oramos también por el éxito para la “Conferencia de Hombres Católicos del Valle Central” que se llevará a cabo el 11 de junio, la cual ayudará a ¡fortalecer el fe de los hombres de St. Joseph’s!

La segunda lectura de hoy es sobre un gran matrimonio, el cual están descrito al final de la Biblia (Rev. 21:10-14, 22-23). Esta lectura describe la visión celes-tial del “Nuevo Jerusalén” donde los santos habitarán en el cielo. Desafortunadamen-te, la lectura que escuchamos en la Misa comienza con el versículo diez, que quiere decir que no escucharemos el nueve, el cual nos ayudaría a entender el contexto y significado profundo de esta gran visión final de la Biblia. El versículo nueve dice: “Luego se acercó uno de los siete Ánge-les… me dijo: ‘Ven que te mostraré a la novia, a la esposa del Cordero.’” Luego, el versículo diez comienza a describir la visión de la “novia”: “Me llevó en espíritu a una montaña de enorme altura, y me mostró la Ciudad santa, Jerusalén…” El resto de la lectura describe la belleza de esta ciudad, la cual es “la novia, la esposa del Corde-ro.” Esta ciudad representa la Iglesia y todas las almas de los santos. Dios está tan enamorado de nosotros que ¡nos llama su novia! ¡Dios nos ama! Ama nuestra ciu-dad. Su corazón está conmovido cuando mira los vecindarios y las casas en que ha-bitamos. Ama mirarnos dentro de la igle-sia donde nos reunimos como su pue-

blo. Para Dios, esto lo hace enamorar como un esposo con su esposa. Eso es lo que significa por esta gran visión final que se encuentra al final de la Biblia: Dios verá a su novia, la cual es nuestra ciudad. Estaremos contentos en el cielo porque hemos vivido en una ciudad hermosa. Estaremos felices porque SO-MOS la cuidad y ¡Dios nos ve hermosos! El matrimonio es un tema importante en la Biblia. Se encuentra otra indicación de la importancia del matrimonio en la primera lectura (Hechos 15:1-2, 22-29). Se trata de la primera decisión grande que se hizo en la iglesia naciente en el primer consejo de la Iglesia en Jerusalén. Se decidió no “inquietar” a los nuevos convertidos al obligarles a obedecer todas las leyes complicadas de los judíos del Antiguo Testamentos. Se decidió que ¡los cristianos podrían vivir completamente libres! Los únicos re-quisitos serían de abstenerse de ciertas comidas y de “uniones ilegales.” Esto quiso decir que los cristianos no podían tener relaciones adulteras o incestuo-sas. Esto nunca puede ser cambiado. Esta lectura demuestra que los cristianos siempre tienen que dar soporte para y defender al matrimonio que es la rela-ción estable de un hombre y una mujer, lo cual es el único lugar estable para criar a niños y la única fundación para el futuro de la sociedad.

El 21 de abril fue nuestro ultimo día de clase para la Escuela de Religión.

Solo los estudiantes que harán su Confesión por primera vez (después de haber asistido a catecismo por 2 años) o su Primera Comunión (después de haber asistido

a catecismo por 3 años), continuaran asistiendo a clase durante todo el mes de mayo, y luego recibirán los sacramentos. Por favor comuníquese con nuestra oficina (209)

661-8817 si su hijo(a) no ha recibido información y cualifica para uno de estos.

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Por: Tammy Menezes

OUR LADY OF FATIMA SCHOOL ENROLLING NOW!

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Sanando del dolor del aborto en fin de semana. Los fines de semana de la Viña de Raquel son una oportunidad

maravillosa para cualquier persona que está en la lucha espiritual o emocional del aborto. El fin de semana es un proceso especialmente ideado para ayudarle a experimentar el amor y la

misericordia de Dios. Es también una oportunidad para dejar aflorar sentimientos reprimidos de rabia, vergüenza, culpa y

dolor. Hay tres oportunidades durante este Año de la Misericordia para entrar en este proceso conciliador: en Inglés: Sept. 9-11. Del 2016 y, en Español: Julio 15-17 del 2016. Para más información o para inscribirse póngase en comunicación con Kim al 209.465.5433,

para Inglés. Para Español comuníquese con Gloria al 510.384.6875.

Noticias de la Diócesis

Durante el tiempo de Pascua (hasta Pentecostes, 15 de Mayo), los catolicos rezamos la siguiente oracion en lugar

del Angelus (a las 6am, mediodia y 6pm): V. Alégrate, Reina del cielo. Aleluya.

R. Porque el que mereciste llevar en tu seno. Aleluya. V. Ha resucitado, según predijo. Aleluya.

R. Ruega por nosotros a Dios. Aleluya. V. Gózate y alégrate, Virgen María. Aleluya.

R. Porque ha resucitado Dios verdaderamente. Aleluya. V. Oremos: Oh Dios que por la Resurrección de tu Hijo, nuestro

Señor Jesucristo, te has dignado dar la alegría al mundo, concédenos por su Madre, la Virgen María, alcanzar el gozo de la

vida eterna. Por el mismo Jesucristo Nuestro Señor. R. Amén.

Mary McNicholas Feligrés Mary McNicholas trabajó

por muchos años como Asistente al Médico en salones de emergencia locales. Su comportamiento calmado y positive seguro contribuyó paz y esperanza para todos aquellos que estaban sufriendo de asuntos médicos críticos. En la misma forma, contribuye su espiritualidad en su papel actual de liderazgo dentro de los Dominicanos Laicos y en la Liturgia de la Palabra para Niños (CLOW, de sus iniciales en inglés) para las misas de las 10:30 AM aquí en St. Joseph’s. Después de una serie de reuniones sobre la escasez de voluntarios adultos, se hizo la decisión de parar temporalmente el programa de CLOW para las misas de las 10:30 y las de 1:30 en español.

“Muchos niños expresaron su

desilusión de que la “escuela” que

asisten durante las misas ya no iba a

estar.” En un esfuerzo para invitar a más

padres y otros adultos/jóvenes mayores para servir, habrá una campaña de reclutamiento durante los próximos dos meses para todos los que están interesados en mantener CLOW como ministerio activo en la parroquia. Mary es una “María potente”, pero ella y María Lobato, la coordinadora de CLOW en español, necesitan que el pueblo St. Joseph’s se junte con ellas. Qué Dios te bendiga, Mary, por tu energía positive y tu disponibilidad de ser corresponsal en compartir su talentos en CLOW.

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The Consecrated Catholic CemeteriesMass is offered at the cemeteries for those entrusted to our care.

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San Joaquin Catholic CemeterySTOCKTON • (209) 466-6202

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St. John’s Catholic CemeteryESCALON • (209) 838-7134

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John F. Flynn Health Ins. Agent Concierge Level ServiceMedicare Supplements, Individual Medical Plans

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Brakes, Lube, TiresA/C, Custom Exhaust

Shocks/Struts, Alignment, Batteries,Lifetime Warranty

Midas CC: 180 days interest FREE {oac}

Gary Moya......Owner/Parishioner3833 McHenry Ave.

523-4706Our technicians are

ASE Certified

SEAN F.MULLINS, D.D.S.

Family DentistryNew Patients Welcome

521-25661316 Coffee Rd., Suite B-4

ModestoParishioner

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...the best place for fresh!a great place for savings!

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1316 Coffee Rd. Bldg. CModesto, CA 95355

ph 209.521.6822 fx 209.521.0466www.pobletedental.com Parishioner

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pro-life Catholic Church teachings.

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4770 W. Herndon Ave., Suite 109Fresno, CA 93722559-450-7128

Gifts for all the Sacraments. Bibles, Books, Clothing, Children’s Corner, Home Décor

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David & Jim Halvorson4742 McHenry Ave. (209) 575-1606

Theresa MartinhoParishioner

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MODESTO GROCERY & DELIAsian Produce, Fish & Lechon

1800 Prescott Rd., ModestoOpen 7 days 9 AM - 6 PM

524-7186

John L. Gorman IIIAttorney At Law

1200 G Street, Ste. BModesto, CA 95354

(209) 548-4000Se Habla Español

Voted Modesto’s Favorite Lawyer

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Personal InjuryCivil LitigationReal Estate and

Business Matters

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RAYA-KARATE-DO

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Parishioner

801 Oakdale Rd.Modesto

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Locations:

Sisk RoadMcHenry Ave.

Locations:

Vintage Faire MallOakdale Rd.

Printing, Inc.

Service And Quality You Expect571 Tully Rd.

577-3858

Tuxedo Rentals - Men’s Wear521-6181 Parishioner2625 Coffee Rd. Western Plaza

BRAD E. PEZOLDT D.D.S., M.S.D.Orthodontist

Board Certified Orthodontic Specialist524-8381 / Parishioner

at McHenry and Briggsmore(in front of Rite AID)

Call (209) 578-1533Hablamos Español

Tagalog din po

New free Adult Series Starts Wednesday

“Ready with the Answer”

1 Peter 3:15

Responding to God’s Blessings

FREE PARISH BREAKFAST

Saturday, May 7 (8-11am) Pancakes, Eggs, Sausages — the works!

(Prepared by our Knights of Columbus & Ministry Leaders)

Our Parish Leadership Committee members will welcome you and be your hosts! Highlights will include

ministry statistics and a display of our PSR student art and poetry. Enjoy a cup of coffee and a relaxing breakfast with other

parishioners! Entertainment provided by our Cherubim Choir.

Saturday, May 7 (7-9pm)

Join us for Fr. Francis’ Farewell Dinner

Seats are limited. Doors open at 6:30pm

Fr. O’Hare Hall-Free

Join us in thanking this faithful servant , who returns to his Florida

Carmelite Order at the end of May