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Sister Servants of the Blessed Sacrament

Hermanas Siervas de Jesús SacramentadoProvince of the immaculate concePtion

2020 Vol. 1

Our life and mission is to increase the love of Jesus in the Eucharist and Mary, his mother, through the ecclesial ministry of Catholic education.

Dear SJS Friend,

With joy-filled hearts we share in this newsletter the many blessings God has granted to our Province through your love and support of our mission.

� An extension of our Charism and mission: Lay Ecclesial Association of Apostles of the Eucharist

� A ministry: Silviano Carrillo Centers for Adult Education

� A project: SJS Retirement Home

� A Life of Love and Service: Sister Lucy Cisneros, SJS - RIP 1940-2020

I invite you to pray for the success of these endeavors, as well as for an increase of holy vocations to the priesthood and religious life, especially in our Province. May the Lord continue to bless the work of our hands and grant you and your loved ones abundant blessings in your journey of holiness, love and service.

You are in our prayers daily! Please send us your intentions for our Lenten bouquet of prayers.

Sister Lilia M. Barba, SJSProvincial Superior

Since 1904 the Sisters have dedicated their lives to the adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and to Catholic education. Following in the spirit of Father Silviano, the Sisters started the “Lay Ecclesial Association of Apostles of the Eucharist” with the objective of extending love for Jesus in the Holy Eucharist, the promotion of authentic values that strengthen family unity, and the apostolate of taking the joyful message of the Gospel into the world. For more information email province@usasjs.org or contact:

� Bonita: 619-292-2971, Sr. Esther Nuñez, SJS or Sr. Maria Luisa Pelayo, SJS

� Calexico: 760-357-1046, Sr. Gabriela Rodriguez, SJS or Sr. Ana Guzman, SJS

� San Ysidro: 619-207-0333, Sr. Juanita Pereyra, SJS

� Sun Valley: 818-764-9857, Sr. Francina Vivier, SJS or Sr. Claudia O. Cortes, SJS

From the beginning, Father Silviano wanted lay persons to participate in the spirituality and the work of the Sister Servants of the Blessed Sacrament.

aPostles of the holy eucharistLoving & Adoring Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament among the Laity

As educators, following the lead of Pope Francis to ‘go out to the peripheries’ and upon noticing the urgency to serve the immigrant population in Southern California, the Sisters decided to initiate and sponsor a ministry dedicated to provide immigrants the tools they need to succeed in the United States. The Silviano Carrillo Centers’ mission is to challenge adults to grow in faith and knowledge for their benefit and that of society’s. The Sisters attempt to foster in individuals the knowledge of their worth as children of God.

SCC’s students are motivated to nourish their faith by being responsible and productive citizens, to develop better English speaking and writing skills, and to help themselves and their families set clear goals which will result in dignified lives.

The Centers operate under the leadership of the Sisters with the participation of lay staff members and many volunteers. Additionally, SC Centers partner with Catholic Charities to bring immigration lawyers and/or licensed professionals who can give legal advice.

The first programs launched were Citizenship and ESL classes in St. John the Evangelist Parish in Encinitas, CA and St. John of the Cross Parish in Lemon Grove, CA thanks to the support and generosity of their Pastors. Classes are taught in English or in Spanish depending on the need. Blessed be God for the blessings received through this new ministry!

For more information or to volunteer and support the centers please contact Sr. Adriana Rebeca Zuro, 619-721-0600.

SILVIANO CARRILLO CENTERSInspIrIng and promotIng adult personal FaIth and ContInuous growth through eduCatIonal opportunItIes

God has been good to us, and we are glad indeed!

In the previous newsletter, we showcased the property God’s Divine Providence provided for the dignified retirement of our Sisters who have dedicated their lives to the service of God and others. As we work to make this home a reality, we would like to provide you the opportunity to become part of this important project to care for our aged Sisters. This home has the potential to provide for the long-term needs of the Sisters in our Province.

The six-bedroom home can adequately house about eight Sisters. Most bedrooms have a full bathroom and are spacious enough for one or two Sisters. The plan includes some remodeling to convert a parlor into a chapel, the hallway into a study/activity room, and the master bedroom into a bright and peaceful living/community room. Additionally, there are two walk-in closets that will become two fully equipped ADA compliant bedrooms with bathrooms. The impact on the quality living of the retired and infirm Sisters will be remarkable. We can now offer appropriate care to our Sisters, keeping them close to their families, communities and to the people they know and love.

We seek your assistance with the following in kind donations. Become a part of this journey to help make this house a home.

TOP TEN Household Needs

� High capacity washer

� High capacity dryer

� Refrigerator

� Chest freezer

� Dinner and silverware

� Kitchen utensils

� Bed linens

� Patio furniture

� Round activity tables and chairs

� Window blinds

Chapel

� Altar

� Stained glass

Gift Cards

To contribute to the equipping of the retirement house or to the remodeling fund, please contact Mrs. Astrid Carmona at our development office at 619-292-2971 or development@usasjs.org

Together we can make a difference in the lives of the Sisters!

Blessed be God for the life of Sister Lucy, who loved and served Him for 79 years, 54 of those years as a Sister Servant of the Blessed Sacrament. She worked to make Jesus known and loved in the communities where she ministered. She also

spread her love and devotion for our Blessed Mother by making and distributing hundreds of rosaries during her retirement. Sister Lucy was a pillar of strength to our Province and a stronghold of prayer for the increase of vocations to the priesthood and religious life. Let us praise God for the gifts granted to Sister Lucy, for a life dedicated to the service of others, and for her witness of joy, generosity, and faith in the hands of God.

SiSter Lucy ciSneroS, SJSA Life of Love And Service: 1940-2020

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Bishop Silviano Carrillo CardenasJubilee Year Prayer

Oh God, You allow us to celebrate with joy the first centennial of the Episcopal Ordination of your Servant Silivano Carrillo, whom you endowed with great love for your Son Jesus in the Holy Eucharist, grant us the grace to see him raised to the altars, so that inspired by the example of his virtues, we may like him, serve our brothers and sisters with love and generosity. Amen.

Sister Servants of the Blessed Sacrament3173 Winnetka DriveBonita, CA 91902(619) 267-0720usasjs.org

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Your gift supports our mission to Love and Serve, TOGETHER WE ARE SERVANTS WHO MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

Our Sisters devote their lives to preparing children for success spiritually, academically and socially through Catholic education. By supporting just one Sister, your gift will multiply the impact of her love

and service to over 2300 students in our Catholic schools each year.

Donate online at usasjs.org

Unless otherwise indicated, donations will be considered unrestricted.

For more information contact Astrid Carmona, Development Manager at 619-292-2971 or development@usasjs.org

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