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My dear Parish Family,
This year's Vacation Bible Camp will start on Monday, July 29th and will end on August 2nd, Friday. The VBC is always a fun, exciting and learning experience for our parish children.
This year they will journey to many places and countries where our Blessed Mother has appeared, often to little children. Children have the simple, faith and trust attitude that Jesus calls all of us to emulate. "Unless you become like little children, you cannot enter the kingdom of heaven."
May our children during the Vacation Bible Camp come closer to our Lord and to our Blessed Mother.
I want to sincerely thank Nancy Royal, Nicole Ruiz, Rae Almeida and their many teen and adult volunteers who have worked hard and tirelessly to put this Camp together.
Happy Summer!
Father George Aranha
Pastor
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Fiesta for Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage
Saturday, July 27th
8:30am Mass
Fiesta to Follow
Each year, our Filipino community honors Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage, popularly known in the Philippines as Virgin of Antipolo. We call on her protection in our travels especially during the summer season. This tradition started over 400 years ago when the statue of Our Lady was brought by sailors on board their trading ships for protection as they traveled across the dangerous sea between Manila, Philippines, and Acapulco, Mexico.
This year our Filipino community at Santa Teresa Church will honor Our Lady and thank her for her intercession for the many good voyages of Filipino workers to America. From farm workers to doctors, nurses, teachers, engineers, and caregivers, we Filipinos have made our voyages over the years to bring our skills and knowledge to make a good life in America and to support our relatives in the Philippines.
We will thank God and our Our Lady in a special way on Saturday, July 27, with a traditional Philippine Fiesta. Our fiesta will include a Holy Mass at 8:30 AM in the church, presentation and games at 10:00 AM, and hospitality lunch at 11:00 AM at Avila Hall. We are requesting Filipino participants to bring their specialty Filipino dishes to share in this POTLUCK FIESTA.
Please come and celebrate with us on Saturday, July 27, here at Santa Teresa in Avila Hall. With your participation we hope to make this fiesta a yearly tradition.
For more info, call Lourdes Dohi at (408) 421-5717 or Edwin Torralba at (408) 497-4972.
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Creating a Culture of Vocations
Don’t forget to sign up for your family to participate!
As we continue to create a culture of vocation in our parish we are asking for one family from every Mass to sign up to pray the vocation prayer daily promoting a culture of vocations for an entire week. Then that family will bring it back to Mass so that Father can present it to the next family. There is a signup sheet in the vestibule to pick a date and Mass time for your family.
The prayer is on the front page of our bulletins or you can pick up prayer cards in the vestibule basket under the signup sheet.
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Low Gluten Host
There is good news for Catholics with Celiac disease! It is now possible for you to receive Holy Communion with a low gluten host.
Please contact Lynda DeManti at lynda@santateresachurch.com or call the office 408-629-7777 ext. 101 to arrange a time when she can review the procedure with you. |
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The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick
will be Celebrated Saturday, August 3rd
at the 8:30 a.m. Mass
Every month on the first Saturday we celebrate the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. After the homily, Fr. George will invite those who are in need of the grace of God's healing for physical, mental, emotional, or spiritual reasons to come forward and be anointed with the Oil of the Sick. As Father anoints each person on the forehead and palms of the hands he will say, “Through this holy anointing may the Lord in his love and mercy help you with the grace of his Holy Spirit. May the Lord who frees you from sin save you and raise you up.” The person responds “Amen”. Come and celebrate this Sacrament.
"Through this holy anointing may the
Lord in his love and mercy
help you with the grace of his Holy Spirit.
May the Lord who frees you from sin,
save you and raise you up."
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Golden Gems
If you are 50 or better, Come join the fun
Wednesday, August 7th at 10:30am in the Hall
For more information, please contact
Judy at (408) 224-1555 or jukacu3@aol.com
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Save—The—Date
The 13th Annual Festival
Saturday, October 5th & Sunday, October 6th
Our theme will be Country Jambroee
We are looking for:
Books for the Book Worm Booth
Craft Vendors
Entertainment throughout the Weekend
Plants for the Plant Booth
Silent Auction Items
Sponsors for Booths
Items for the While Elephant Sale
NO clothes, electronics, furniture or appliances
And of course volunteers to work!
Watch the bulletin or go to http://santateresachurch.com/festival/
For the latest up to date details
If you have questions, please contact
Lynda DeManti at 408-839-3163 or email Lynda@santateresachurch.com
or
Laura Armour 408-406-4003 or email LauArmour@aol.com
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Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA)
"I have called You by Name, You are Mine"
... an invitation to join the journey.
Although there may be a certain life event that prompts a person to become a Catholic — contemplating marriage, the birth of their first child, the loss of someone close to them — the reality is that all are responding to the work of the Holy Spirit in their own life.
When the time is right, individuals around the world embark on a very personal journey of discovery and faith, becoming members of the Roman Catholic Church through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, or RCIA.
Are you thinking of becoming a Catholic or are you a Catholic who has been baptized but never been Confirmed or received Eucharist. Why not take a step and embark on the RCIA journey. You can make the first step by attending a session on Tuesday, August 6th at 7:30 p.m. in the St. John of the Cross Conference Room (the conference room is attached to the parish office - across from Mary's Garden).
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Faith Formation Registration is Open!
We have graciously extended the early bird special until July 29th as many are coming back from vacations. Please register ASAP so you don't miss a spot in our Faith Formation program!
Registration is open for 2019-2020 faith formation program this weekend. Forms are available in the vestibule, the parish office, and online at http://santateresachurch.com/faithformation/.
If you have any questions or need more information, please contact Nancy Royal, Pastoral Associate and Faith Formation Director at 408-629-7777 Ext. 108 or email nancy@santateresachurch.com. |
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Each Week we will offer a suggestion on how each of us
can take small steps to work harder to care for
the resources of our earth.
By the end of the year each us could take 52
small steps for the
“Care of Our Common Home”.
Speed Time Outside This Week
Take some time to appreciate the outdoors this week. Go for a walk, play with your kids, play sports, or go to the park. Find ways to enjoy challenging weather such as snow, rain, and heat. Enjoy God’s beautiful creation.
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Community Conversation on
Homelessness and Affordable Housing
Facilitated by the American Leadership Forum -
Silicon Valey (ALF) Faith Leader Housing Group,
and graciously hosted by Santa Teresa Catholic Church
Thu, August 1, 2019, 6-8PM
Santa Teresa Catholic Church
794 Calero Avenue, San Jose, CA 95123
Homelessness affects each and every person who lives and works in Santa Clara County, but causes and solutions can be difficult to discuss. We invite you to join us in meaningful dialogue and community conversation on homelessness and supportive housing development in a safe space for us all to explore partnerships and solutions together.
We hope you will join us at Santa Teresa Catholic Church as we engage in meaningful dialogue with our family, friends, neighbors and others in our community.
This community meeting is organized and facilitated by the American Leadership Forum - Silicon Valey (ALF) Faith Leader Housing Group, led by Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County, Charities Housing, Stone Church of Willow Glen and Urban Sanctuary, and supported by Santa Teresa Catholic Church, Destination: Home and the Housing Ready Communities initiative.
Housing Ready Communities
The Housing Ready Communities initiative brings together faith leaders, neighbors, community groups, nonprofits, government and housing developers to take action and support approval of new supportive housing and lowest-income affordable housing throughout Santa Clara County.
For more information about the Housing Ready Communities initiative, including an events calendar of learning and action opportunities, an interactive housing map, tools and other resources, visit http://housingready.org
Housing Ready Communities is a Destination: Home initiative implemented in partnership with the County of Santa Clara Office of Supportive Housing, the City of San Jose Housing Department, the Santa Clara County Housing Authority, Silicon Valley at Home, community organizations and neighbors throughout the county. Housing Ready Communities is generously supported by Symantec.
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FilAm Association of Santa Teresa Parish
Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort
Saturday, August 3, 2019
Departs: 7:30am
Returns: 5:00pm
Cost: $35.00 PREPAID
(includes $15 free play/food voucher
For more information and to reserve your spot
contact Lou Abiog 408-896-7413.
Proceeds from the trip will go towards our Renovation!
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Mark your Calendars—Saturday, August 10th
Baby Back Rib Dinner
Presented by the Italian Catholic Federation
Baby Back Ribs
Bill’s Beans
Anna and Maria’s Famous Salad Bar
Cool Dessert
Bottle of water or Soda included
$30 Adults / $12 for Children 12 and under
Dinner served 6:45pm | Takeout available at 5:30pm
Tickets on sale in the vestibule
For more information, please contact
John or Noreen at (408) 225-6372
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You Can Help Your Marriage
Will be meeting at Santa Teresa Parish
(Avila Hall)
Rediscover Your Marriage – Retrouvaille (pronounced retro-vi with a long i) simply means 'rediscovery'. The program offers the chance to rediscover yourself, your spouse, and a loving relationship in your marriage. 10's of 1000's headed for divorce have successfully saved their marriages by attending. Retrouvaille is a not spiritual retreat, not a sensitivity group, not a seminar, not a social gathering.
For confidential information about or to register for the August program beginning with a weekend on August 23-25 call 408-605-4998 or email: SanJose@RetroCA.com or visit the web site at www.HelpOurMarriage.com |
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Golden Gems Tea & Fashion Show
Saturday, August 24, 2019
Join us on Saturday, August 24, 2019 at 11:30 am in Avila Hall for tea, lunch, fashions and great prizes.
The Golden Gems are sponsoring their annual tea and fashion show. There will be a salad luncheon including tea and desserts while enjoying fashions from Chico’s of Los Gatos modeled by Gems members.
Tickets will be on sale in the vestibule after all Masses beginning on August 3 for $20.00. Your entry ticket buys a chance at a great door prize.
Raffle tickets will only be sold the day of the event allowing you to choose what prize(s) you might win.
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10th Annual
Women's Retreat
Come restore, renew, and refresh your Spirit at the 10th Annual Women's Retreat Friday evening, September 6 and Saturday, September 7!
Be sure to register now to reserve your place on this popular retreat! You won't want to miss out on what will be an amazing spiritual experience!
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Nami Walks Silicon Valley
Saturday, September 21, 2019
SIGN UP NOW for "Team Aloha Brian"
Join the NAMI Santa Clara County mental health walk to raise funds and awareness to help change perceptions about mental health.
Register and donate today at http://www.namiwalks.org/siliconvalley and sign up for "Team Aloha Brian" for our Mental Health Awareness leader Rich Berryessa's team.
When: Saturday, September 21, 2019
Time: Check-in at 8:30am and walk at 10:30am
Where: Guadalupe River Park/Arena Green West N. Autumn Street, San Jose 95133
#NAMIWalksSiliconValley
For more information, please contact Rich Berryessa at 408-578-3075.
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A Short Course on Christianity
Great Presentations | Prayerful Reflections
Cursillo Weekends are a great opportunity to deepen your relationship with Jesus. Presentations lead attendees through the life of faith, grace, and prayer.
Weekends begin on a Thursday after dinner and conclude Sunday with a potluck dinner. It's not too early to sign up.
The Men’s Cursillo will be October 3-7, The Women’s Cursillo: will be October 17-20 both weekends will be held at St. Clare’s Retreat Center in the Santa Cruz Mountains.
For more information, contact: Ed Wendler - 408 504-8238 or email - the2wendlers@yahoo.com
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*** Please Beware ***
FROM THE DIOCESE OF SAN JOSE
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Dear Diocesan Community,
Please be aware, there has been another influx in email phishing scams occurring in the diocese and county, in general. These scams may involve an email (fake) from your priest or pastor usually asking for money, usually in the form of an iTunes gift card. While these emails may appear like it is coming from your pastor or priest, please be assured, it is not. If you take a closer look at the email, it’s likely coming from a “gmail” or similar account, not from @dsj.org.
Please understand our Clergy staff would never engage in a request of this type. If you happen to see an email like this, please delete it immediately.
On occasion, we will provide information about donating to ADA appeal, Priest Retirement, or similar. We would never request donations via iTunes gift card or any gift card for that matter.
If you feel you have been a victim to this recent scam, please notify the authorities and apprise us of scam.
For more information about this and phishing scams in general, please see the links below:
https://apple.co/2ixL2Be
https://hrld.us/2Oni4pM
https://bit.ly/2En307d
https://zd.net/2J3o813 |
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Avila Hall Rental
Did you know that you can rent Avila Hall?
You can see the basic information below by viewing our website below. As we are a busy Parish, please call Jen our Parish Admin at 408-629-7777 Ext 101 (Tuesdays-Thursdays 9am-1pm) to see if the date you are looking for is available. We can also answer any questions you may have.
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Do you know someone
who’s homebound?
If you or a loved one are homebound, and would like to receive Holy Communion, please email us with how we can help! A minister will call or email you to set up a time.
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Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Every Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. to Noon we have Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Jesus invites you to Sit with Him. Talk to Him. Read a book in His presence. Pour out your heart or sit in quiet contemplation. These are all precious ways to deepen your relationship with Jesus in Eucharistic Adoration. Jesus wants to know your plans, your troubles, your fears...all that concerns you. Don’t let anything create distance between Jesus and you.
I am here, come sit with me for awhile!
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Pantry Needs & For Parishioners in Need
REMINDER: Parishioners in need of food, please confidentially
call 408-629-7777 Ext. 106.
We need to replenish the pantry with the following items.
We Can't accept expired food. You can drop off in the vestibule in the baskets before or after Mass or at the office:
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Tuna |
Rice (l-2lbs) |
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Sugar (1-5lbs) |
Jam/Jelly |
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Cookies/Crackers |
Canned Veggies |
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Frosting |
Cake Mix |
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Canned Meat |
Canned Fruit |
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Pasta Sauce |
Peanut Butter |
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Mental Health Awareness
We at Santa Teresa Church will offer practical knowledge and experience to anyone concerned about mental illness and mental health. NAMI (National Alliance On Mental Illness) will be one of our supporting groups for education, support, advocacy and Hope. www.namisantaclara.org. Some Activities ----NAMI Walk September, Annual Candlelight Prayer Vigil in October, NAMI Literature after Masses, Guest Speakers, Film night CANVAS. For more information contact: MentalHealth@santateresachurch.com.
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Parish Calendar and How to Schedule a Meeting
All the events happening at the church are on our website http://santateresachurch.com/calendar/.
Not all meetings are listed as Private, staff, and other meetings aren't listed. To schedule an event or Parish group meeting, please contact Jen Vazquez by emailling your request and the following information to jen@santateresachurch.com:
- Room you want to use
- Date
- Start and stop time
- Any setup time
- The name of the meeting
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REMINDER for Ministers
*In order to signup below for our online system, you must have gone through a Liturgical Ministry training at Santa Teresa Parish. If you haven't, please contact lynda@santateresachurch.com to schedule that BEFORE you sign up.
Our ministry schedule is online (click above). If you have any questions on how to schedule, please contact rae@santateresachurch.com or 408-629-7777 Ext. 110 she will either sign you up, or arrange time to show you how to do it yourself with a training at the office.
There is also instructions online at: http://santateresachurch.com/home/liturgical-ministers/
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Protection for Children/Vulnerable Adults
Santa Teresa Parish is in support of all policies of the Diocese of San Jose to assure protection for children/vulnerable adults, and to assure transparency in our financial management.
If you suspect abuse please contact:
- The Office for Protection of Children & Vulnerable Adults: Anthony Gonzalez protection@dsj.org or 408-983-0113· Child Protective Services 408‐299‐2071
- 911 Police
If you suspect financial mismanagement:
- Ethics Point: dsj.ethicspoint.com or the hotline telephone number 888‐325‐7863
- Teresa Conville, Director of Compliance & Parish Financial Services: 408‐983-0241 or tconville@dsj.org
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Events and Information
Outside Our Parish
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ILM Now Accepting Candidates for the New Academic Year 2019-2020
The Institute for Leadership in Ministry is accepting nominations for the upcoming academic year for both the English and Spanish Tracks.
Pastors should submit their nominations by July 31, 2019.
Please see our website for the complete admission process
(Admission Process - Proceso de Admisión)
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The Jesuit Retreat Center of Los Altos
300 Manresa Way Los Altos, CA 94022
650-917-4010 www.jrclosaltos.org
Following is a list of upcoming retreats open to the community:
St. Ignatius Day Morning of Recollection
Morning of Recollection for Women and Men
July 27, 2019 - $40
Fr. Andrew Rodriguez, S.J.
Join us as we celebrate the feast day of our founder, Ignatius of Loyola.
Lunch will be served.
12-Step Recovery Retreat for Women
Non-silent Retreat for Women
Sept. 6-8, 2019 - $310
Fr. Tom Weston, S.J.
With a spirit of gratitude, we’ll come together to heal, transform and connect.
Praying with the Gospel of Luke
Silent Retreat for Women and Men
Sept. 13-15, 2019 - $310
Fr. Kevin Leidich, S.J.
We’ll pray with the major themes of Luke, which give us a blueprint for living our faith.
Praying with the Saints
Silent Retreat for Women
Sept. 27-29, 2019 - $310
Pastoral Staff and Ms. Cris Goodman
Join us to learn from the saints and to follow in their footsteps.
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MARRIED COUPLES:
Why not give yourselves a weekend away from it all! Time away from the pressures of work and everyday responsibilities. A chance to talk and listen to that special someone who loves you. The next Marriage Encounter Weekends include: Aug 9-11, 2019 in San Francisco, CA and Nov 8-10, 2019 in Menlo Park, CA.
For more information and/or to register for a Weekend, visit our website at: sanjosewwme.org or contact Ken & Claranne at applications@sanjosewwme.org or 408-782-1413.
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