St. Justin Parish

Whom do you try to protect as Christ protects you?

Weekend Masses

Saturday Vigil 5:00 p.m. Sunday

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

Weekday Masses

Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. Saturday 8:00 a.m.

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

and 7:00 p.m.

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

Or by appointment

Parish Office Phone 408-296-1193 ext. 100

Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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

2655 HOMESTEAD ROAD SANTA CLARA, CA 95051

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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

Mrs. Mary Kane, Director of Faith Formation 408-296-1193 x 104, mary.kane@dsj.org Mr. Joe Bauer, Facilities Coordinator 408-296-1193 x 109, jbauer@dsj.org

Mr. Clement Cano, Music Director 408-296-1193 x 112, ccano2@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

Mrs. Nancy Uyeda, Community Ministry Assistant 408-296-1193 x 105, nuyeda@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

Fourth Sunday of Easter As little children we paid close attention to our parents. Hopefully, we could trust in their love for us and know that nothing could harm us as long as they were around. As we grew older we put our trust in others. Some of them cared more about us than others. We were able to sense the ones who really loved and respected us. We may have been wary of others who seemed to fulfill their duty more out of obligation or because of what they would be paid. Then the time came when we started listening to voices that were not necessarily loving or protective, but simply older, independent and a bit dangerous. We may have learned that following their example could lead to trouble.

As adults we need to understand that we still choose the voices we listen. It is always good when the voice of the Lord is familiar and one that we truly listen for. We can pretend we do not hear the familiar voice of the Good Shepherd and convince ourselves that the “voices we do not know” are good voices and get ourselves into trouble. Jesus tells us that he came so that we might have life and have it more abundantly. How do we

know that we are living life as Jesus desires for us? Our life is but the answer to this question. We can be faithful to our commitments as husbands, wives, employees and friends, or we can jeopardize these commitments because we listen to voices that call us to some very adult “danger.” Are we being faithful followers of Jesus?

This week we can examine the voices that we listen to and strengthen our bond with Jesus – the Good Shepherd. We can examine how we are living and look to what changes do we seek during this Easter season? We can proclaim the Resurrection of Jesus by the way we live our lives and by the example we set for others to follow. Have a good week!

Peace, Fr. Chris

Our 2nd Collection for Community Ministry was

$9,698.65

Thank you for your continued generosity!

Upcoming Second Offerings Your generosity is appreciated. *Denotes Parish Second Collection.

5/12 Diocesan Priest

Retirement

5/19 Catholic Charities

WEEKLY STEWARDSHIP REPORT MAY 5, 2019

Goal $12,500.00

1st Collection $11,174.00

Online Giving $1,531.00

Variance $1,698.00

Direct Deposit $1,493.00

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ORGANIZATIONS

FINANCE COUNCIL Mary Sparacino 408-296-1193

STABLEMATES (Men’s Club) Dan Grimley 408-296-1193

LADIES GUILD Eva Eveleth 408-296-1193

GUADALUPE SOCIETY Maria Marquez 408-296-1193

ALTAR SERVERS 408-296-1193

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, COUNCIL #3523 Aaron Curley 408-296-1193 gk@kofc3523.org

FIL-AM ORGANIZATION George Solanzo 408-296-1193

BOY SCOUT TROOP 14 Toby McPheeters 408-296-1193 www.bsa14.org

Monday 8:30 a.m.

George Dias + Jerry Rentschler +

Saturday 5:00 p.m.

James Clarke + Belen Vergara Torres +

Carroll Schultheis +

Tuesday 8:30 a.m.

Dr. Everett Viano +

Sunday 7:30 a.m.

James R. Shoaf, III

Wednesday 8:30 a.m.

Audrey Zampedri Sunday 9:00 a.m.

Dick Benenato + Steve Russell +

Thursday 8:30 a.m.

June Tyler + Sunday 10:30a.m.

FOR ALL PARISHIONERS

Friday 8:30 a.m.

Danilo Escalona + Editha Aquias +

Sunday 12:15 p.m.

Eloise Frick +

Saturday 8:00 a.m.

Editha Aquias + Sunday 7:00 p.m.

Caroline Mathews +

Mass Dedications for the Week of May 13 – May 19, 2019 + 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: Ngoc Anh, John Flexen, Marcial Garcia, Linda Hamilton, Gino Hernandez, Michael Hernandez, Teresa Hubner, Mike Kovacich, Robert Ray, Joseph Rodriguez, Larry Vergano

And for those who have died: William P. Keyes

Annual Alumni BBQ Tuesday, May 21st 6:30– 8:30 p.m. Parish Ministry Center All are welcome! Past participants, team members and those who want to explore RCIA. RSVP mary.kane@dsj.org

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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

Catechesis more than just religious education. It is a life long journey towards a deeper

relationship with Christ.

Ongoing Faith Formation Program will Resume in September!

These classes meet on Sunday morning. Registration forms will be available at st-justin.org or in the Parish Office. We will mail out registration forms for returning families in August.

Sacramental Preparation Program First Reconciliation and First Eucharist

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. Registration begins in August and is supplemental to Ongoing Faith Formation.

High School Confirmation Program

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 in August and is limited to 22 students.

RCIA (adapted for children) If your child is seven years or older and unbaptized, we provide the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults adapted for children. Please contact Mary Kane at mary.kane@dsj.org for more information.

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

(Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults)

Our next meeting is Tuesday, May 14th at 7:00-8:30pm in the

PMC. Come with any questions that you may have about faith, religion, and the

Catholic Church. This program is for adults who are seeking baptism, or were baptized

Catholic but have not celebrated the sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist. This is a process marked by liturgical rites that are celebrated with the community. This process is centered on the Sunday readings and includes

attending Mass. For more information email Mary Kane at

mykane@dsj.org.

The next infant Baptism Preparation class is

Thursday, May 16th at 7:00 p.m. in the Parish

Ministry Center.

Please call the Parish Office to register.

408-296-1193 ext. 100

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MINISTRY NEWS

Outreach Dinner Thank you to the St. Justin school 5th Grade class who sponsored last week’s Outreach Dinner. Our next Outreach Dinner, will take place today, Sunday, May 19th, 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 via email at jbauer@dsj.org or at 408-296-1193 extension 109.

Food & Diaper Collection Most of you are aware of the Community Ministry Collection Barrels that are located in our Church. During the month of May, we will continue to request canned Soup, Ravioli, Chili, Macaroni & Cheese and Tomato Sauce. We are also in need of size 5 and size 6 diapers. 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

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.

TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION The reception of Holy Communion at Sunday Mass is such an expected feature of the Mass these days that it is surprising to realize that for many centuries, receiving Communion was a relatively rare event in the life of a faithful Christian. “Easter duty” means that Catholics must celebrate reconciliation if aware of serious sin, and receive Holy Communion during the Easter season. For a while, this was a requirement of Easter week, and later extended to the whole season of fifty days, and even beyond that by a few weeks. For the majority of people long ago, this meant Communion was a once-a-year moment. A rather complex bureaucracy grew up around this rule in the Middle Ages. Amazingly, people received a kind of token at confession admitting them to Communion in their home parish, which then kept careful records and reported them to the bishop. Surviving records can tell us a great deal about our ancestors. In fact, people were encouraged to journey to the church of their baptism in order to fulfill their duty, and therefore the Easter duty includes in its origins a grateful pilgrimage to the font in which you were first embraced by Christ. If your “Holy Mother Church” is within a drive, why not make a pilgrimage to that font a feature of your Easter celebration of these fifty days?

—James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

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For More Information Contact Us at St. Justin School

2655 Homestead Rd, Santa Clara, CA 95051 Phone: 408-248-1094

Email: schooloffice@stjustinschool.org Website: www.stjustinschool.org

Catholic Values ◊ Technology ◊ Full Athletic Program ◊ Extended Care 

It’s Not To Late To Join!

St. Justin Scripture Study began a new study on

Thursday May 2nd. We will begin Acts: The Spread of

the Kingdom, by Jeff Cavins.

The Acts of the Apostles shows the Church, enlivened by the Holy Spirit, teaching, preaching, healing, and restoring outcasts in the same way that Jesus did on earth. It provides a historic framework for understanding the rest of the New Testament. Paul’s letters come alive in a new way when they are read within the context of the Acts narrative. You will learn how the Gospel witness spread outward in waves, from Jerusalem to Judea and Samaria, and finally to the ends of the earth. Share with the early Christians the joys and struggles of living the life of Christ, and learn how these apply to us today.

We meet from 10:00am to 11:30am in the PMC. The cost of the study is $30. for the study guide. All are welcome no matter where you are in your faith journey or scripture study experience. For more information contact Mary Kane, mary.kane@dsj.org.

ADS

Pedro and Candida Diaz

May 13, 2000

Tommy and Ana Segovia

May 11, 1971

Marriage Anniversaries

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

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

Our retired diocesan priests continue to impact the lives of thousands each and every year!

These men of God celebrate Mass, administer the sacraments, and walk with us still. Our Diocesan priests have given us decades of faithful service, receiving modest compensation for their work.

Many of priests continue their ministry for years after retirement, assisting in parishes with weekend liturgies, hearing confessions, and visiting the sick.

These priests rely on their payments from Social Security and the Priest Retirement Plan for their needs. In

recent years the number of retired priests has grown significantly to 44, challenging the diocesan retirement resources.

Therefore on Good Shepherd Sunday, May 12, each parish will take up a second collection at Mass for the new Diocesan Priests Retirement Appeal. You may wish to make a gift by going to www.dsj.org/priests-retirement.

Your generosity to this appeal helps us keep an important promise of care to these priests who have been good Shepherds and have kept their promises to us.

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 May 12, 2019 NUMBER OF PAGES SENT 1 through 8 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS