st. john the baptist 2020 vision mission
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ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST 2020 Vision We are called to active discipleship to live the values taught by our Lord Jesus Christ through acts of faith, hope, and charity. As active disciples, we engage in a “mission” mode of evangelization, forming disciples and inspiring others to do the same. Strategic Vision We are a thriving community of disciples who see their role in the life and evangelizing mission of the Church, sustaining a parish school that continuously grows and increases its enrollment every year, and supporting a facility that architecturally highlights the beauty and spirituality of its border community. Mission We seek to be a community of active disciples who: • Are diverse, inclusive, and collaborative (Welcoming) • Continuously grow and share their faith with all generation of spiritual seekers (Word) • Are involved in a creative, vibrant liturgy (Worship) • Are involved in areas of service that impact its border community and the world (Witness) • Have a strong sense of stewardship, evident in the parish’s healthy finances, committed organization, and self
-sustained ministries (Strengthening) • Are unafraid to grow by remembering the past, celebrating the present, and believing in the future
(Growing)
S a c r a m e n t s
Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday: 4:00-4:45 pm or by appointment.
Infant Baptism Preparation can begin either before or after the birth of your child. Contact the Parish Office at (408) 262-2546 for information regarding our pre-Baptism preparation program.
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Marriage Weddings normally take place in the parish of the bride or the groom. Couples wishing to marry must contact one of the priests at least six months before the proposed date of the wedding.
Rev. Msgr. Wilfredo S. Manrique, Pastor, x311, [email protected]
Rev. Eduardo E. Obero, Parochial Vicar, x302, [email protected]
Rev. Andres Ligot, JCD, In Residence Chris Brazil, School Principal
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Today’s readings re lect on our communal identity as disciples. Before we begin Lent together in a few days, we take time to appreciate what God has done by giving us our family of faith. In Leviticus, God tells Moses to “speak to the whole Israelite community” and give them instructions for living in love. Moses passes along the message—to each and every believer—that God’s people must strive together for holiness. Saint Paul echoes this message, insisting that we are indeed God’s holy children. As temples of the Spirit, we belong to Christ and to one another. This mutual belonging is a blessing and a challenge. In Matthew’s Gospel, Jesus sets a high bar for Christian community: his followers must love not only those who are easy to love, but also the people who upset us. Together, let us ask God to give us this kind of love.
I AM THE LORD Today’s irst reading concludes in classic Levitical style: “I am the L .” Over and over again, the book of Leviticus punctuates its paragraphs with that simple statement: “I am the L .” Relentlessly repeating that phrase, the word of God reminds us that God is the L —and we are not. We did not construct the world; we did not create ourselves. Remembering our status as mere creatures comes as a shock to us at times, especially when we lex and pose as masters of our own tiny universes. On the other hand, knowing we are “merely” God’s beloved children can free us. When we accept that God is the source and summit of all wisdom, we approach life with a growing stillness, an openness to God’s powerful action in the world.
HOLY AND PERFECT Our openness to God’s powerful action helps us understand Jesus’ words in today’s Gospel, when he demands that we become “perfect.” Most of us shudder at the thought of having to be perfect. The idea of achieving perfection seems impossible, frankly. But, just before despair sets in, we recall that we are merely creatures. If God wants us to be “holy” and “perfect,” as today’s readings emphasize, then God will provide all we need to chip away at our imperfections. If we nurse a hateful grudge against someone and cannot imagine being free of the resentment, God can help. If we harm our own bodies through bad habits, the holy Spirit can strengthen our resolve and transform our daily behavior. If we long for advantage over others, if we are disgusted by the thought of loving “unworthy” people, if we overwhelmingly prefer comfort and stability over the wildness of lavish generosity—Jesus Christ, King of glory, can convert our timid hearts. These transformations take time, patience, and prayer. Sitting quietly to re lect over today’s readings is an excellent kind of prayer, and an inspiring way to begin.
Today’s Readings: Lv 19:1–2, 17–18; Ps 103:1–2, 3–4, 8, 10, 12–13; 1 Cor 3:16–23; Mt 5:38–48
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Saturday - February 22, 2020 5:00PM Robert Susbilla (Healing)
Chelsea Burton (Thx) John & Cici Susbilla (Thx) All
Masses Mikayla Tan (Thx) Dominador S Domingo † Jun Domingo † Joseph Truong Dinh Thu †
7:00PM Karen Blanco (Birthday) Amelia Pigeon (Healing) Jovita Candalla † Zenaida dela Cruz † Zennie Ferrer †
Sunday – February 23, 2020 7:30AM Dominador S Domingo †
Jun Domingo † Romeo Galasinao †
9:00AM Wilfredo Bagaoisan † Romeo Valbuena †
10:45AM Wilfredo Bagaoisan † Joseph Truong Dinh Thu † Edward Torreverde †
12:30PM Edgar Buenconsejo (Birthday) RR Cortez (Birthday) Isagani B Garcia †
7:00PM People of the Parish Monday – February 24, 2020 7:00AM Josie Gaudinez (Birthday)
Jocelyn Wariner (Birthday) Tuesday – February 25, 2020 7:00AM Matilde B Malimban †
Porfirio Verzosa Sr † Wednesday – February 26, 2020 * * * * * No Mass Intentions * * * * * Thursday – February 27, 2020 7:00AM Mercedes Tan (Birthday)
Jayden Tavares (Birthday) Margaret Oh †
Friday – February 28, 2020 7:00AM Rufina G Agaceta †
Richard Mercurio † Saturday - February 29, 2020 7:00AM People of the Parish
Mass Intentions
SEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Monday - February 24, 2020 Hall Gym 3:00p-11:00p Bingo Hall 2A 6:00p-9:00p Live Stations Cast
Recollection Hall 2B 6:30p-9:30p Upper Room Bible Study Tuesday - February 25, 2020 Hall Gym 3:00p-7:30p SJBS Basketball Youth Ctr 6:30p-9:00p Sr Legion of Mary Hall 1A 6:30p-9:45p Little Rock Bible Study Hall Gym 7:30p-9:30p Private Event Hall Gym 9:30p-12:00a Ash Wednesday Set Up Wednesday - February 26, 2020 Hall Gym 2:30p-6:30p Ash Wednesday Set Up Hall Gym 7:00p-8:30p Ash Wednesday Mass Hall 2B 7:45p-9:45p Myrna’s Choir Practice Thursday - February 27, 2020 Church 1:15p-2:15p SJBS Choir Practice Hall Gym 1:30p-7:00p SJBS Basketball Youth Ctr 6:30p-8:00p CM Thursday Classes Hall 1A 6:30p-9:45p 10:45 Choir Practice Church 7:00p-9:00p Baptismal Prep Class Hall 2A 7:00p-9:00p Parish Leaders Friday February 28, 2020 Hall Gym 3:00p-6:00p SJBS Basketball Hall 2A 6:30p-9:30p Youth for Christ Saturday - February 29, 2020 Youth Ctr 9:15a-10:30a CM Saturday Classes Hall 1A 10:30a-12:30p Jr Legion of Mary Hall 2A 11:00a-3:00p SJB Youth Choir Hall 1A 3:00p-5:00p Children’s Choir Youth Ctr 5:00p-6:00p Arjay’s Music Ministry Sunday - March 1, 2020 Hall 2A 6:30a-1:00p RCIA Hall Gym 8:00a-12:00p SJBS Basketball Hall 2A 1:30p-5:00p SARF Hall 2A 5:00p-7:00p SJB Youth Hall Gym 6:00p-11:00p Bingo Set Up
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TODAY’S READINGS
First Reading — Take no revenge and cherish no grudge; love your neighbor as yourself (Leviticus 19:1-2, 17-18).
Psalm — The Lord is kind and merciful (Psalm 103).
Second Reading — You are the temple of God, and holy (1 Corinthians 3:16-23).
Gospel — Offer no resistance; love your enemies (Matthew 5:38-48). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday: Jas 3:13-18; Ps 19:8-10, 15; Mk 9:14-29
Tuesday: Jas 4:1-10; Ps 55:7-11a, 23; Mk 9:30-37
Wednesday: Jl 2:12-18; Ps 51:3-6ab, 12-14, 17; 2 Cor 5:20 — 6:2; Mt 6:1-6, 16-18
Thursday: Dt 30:15-20; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Lk 9:22-25
Friday: Is 58:1-9a; Ps 51:3-6ab, 18-19; Mt 9:14-15
Saturday: Is 58:9b-14; Ps 86:1-6; Lk 5:27-32
Sunday: Gn 2:7-9; 3:1-7; Ps 51:3-6, 12-13, 17; Rom 5:12-19 [12, 17-19]; Mt 4:1-11
Let us pray for the sick: Darwin Domingo, Albert Gomes, Maricel Moore, Miranda Moore, Ruby Rajan, Rajan, Luz Santander, Consuelo Susbilla, Robert Susbilla, and Sumanthi Xavier. May the Lord relieve them of their pain and suffering.
Let us pray for those requesting prayers: Expecting Mothers, Unemployed Parishioners, and US Troops.
Let us pray for all those who have passed away: Delfina Abuan, Magdalena Birmodiz, Leopoldo De Leon, Demetrio Nitafan, Pete Ramos, and Sam Shauf. May God grant them eternal rest.
Names will remain on the prayer list for one month unless otherwise requested. E-mail [email protected] to submit names.
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From the Weekend: February 8 & 9
Saturday 5:00 PM 2,213.00 7:00 PM 801.00 Sunday 7:30 AM 1,516.00 9:00 AM 1,739.00 10:45 AM 1,825.00 12:30 PM 1,343.00 7:00 PM 1,205.75 Online Giving (OG) 400.05
Total Sunday Offering $ 11,042.80
Our Weekly Goal $ 11,000.00 Variance 42.80
Novena 505.00 First Friday 830.00
Upcoming Second Offerings: 03/01/20 Aid to Churches in Central & Eastern
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ASH WEDNESDAY Prayer, fasting, and almsgiving: these disciplines, prescribed by Jesus himself in the Sermon on the Mount, along with strict instructions not to launt them in public to win recognition and praise (Matthew 6:1-18), have been embraced by all the saints at the beginning of every Lent for almost two thousand years. But mention Lent, and many react with a grimace or slight shudder—even now, years after of icial obligations have been reduced to a minimum! No wonder the Eastern Rite’s “Lenten Announcement” sounds surprising: “Let us receive with joy, O faithful people, the divinely inspired announcement of Lent! The Lenten Spring shines forth! Begin the fast with joy! Let us fast from passions as well as food, taking pleasure in the good works of the Spirit, and accomplishing them in love!” Saint John Chrysostom, whose feast is September 13, elaborates: “Do you fast? Give proof by your works. If you see a poor person, take pity. An enemy, be reconciled. A friend gaining honor, don’t be jealous.” A positive approach! May the saints help us keep such a Lent!
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FOOLISHNESS
Sometimes the idea of repentance seems old-fashioned, naïve, even foolish. But if you’re looking for real foolishness, you’ll find it in today’s readings.
We begin with Leviticus and the admonition, “Take no revenge and cherish no grudge” (Leviticus 19:18).
We’ve heard that message before, of course, so we might forget how far it is from the so-called “practical realities of life.” Saint Paul warns us about being practical, though. Whoever considers oneself wise had better “become a fool,” because “the wisdom of this world is foolishness in the eyes of God” (1 Corinthians 3:18, 19).
This “foolishness” continues in the Gospel: “Offer no resistance to one who is evil” (Matthew 5:39). In fact, offer the other cheek when you’ve been slapped. Hand over your coat as well as your shirt. Be like God, who sends sunshine and rain on the bad as well as the good. “So be perfect,” says Jesus, “just as your heavenly Father is perfect” (5:48).
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2020 Wedding Anniversary Mass Cathedral Basilica of St Joseph March 14, 2020 9:30am - 10:30am Couples celebrating their 1st through 5th, 25th, 40th and 50th (or more) Wedding Anniversaries in 2020 are invited to attend the celebration mass at the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph in downtown San Jose. Couples will renew their wedding vow, receive a blessing at the celebration, and will receive a certi icate signed by the Bishop. Cake reception will follow in Loyola Hall, Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph. Wedding Anniversary 2020 Registration: bit.ly/dsjwedding2020 _____________________________________________________________
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults On 03/01/20, our topic will be “Living Lent” which covers what is required of us during Lent and what we can do to make it more meaningful. At the 9:00am mass, we will be celebrating the “Rite of Sending” from the Parish which indicates that these Catechumens are ready to be received into the Faith. They will then go to the Cathedral in San Jose to be presented to the Bishop for the “Rite of Election.” The Bishop then declares that they will receive their Sacraments at the Easter Vigil. Everyone is welcome to join in our RCIA Sessions. They are free to attend and no commitment needed. Please come when you see a topic that piques your interest. ________________________________________________________________
Knights News - St John’s Council No. 5796 During Lent, we will be supporting “The 40 Days for Life” campaign by leading the rosary in front of Planned Parenthood in San Jose. Everyone is invited to participate in this rosary. We will meet at 7pm and pray for 1 hour on Tuesdays of Lent except during Holy Week. Membership: Any practicing Catholic gentleman over the age of 18 may join the Knights of Columbus. For more info, please contact Grand Knight Voltaire Montemayor (408) 416-1499 [email protected] ________________________________________________________________
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Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time February 16, 2020
What eye has not seen, and ear has not heard, and what has not entered the human heart, what God has prepared for those who love him, this God has revealed to us through the Spirit. — 1 Corinthians 2:9-10
In 1966 Pope Paul VI reorganized the Church's practice of public penance in his "Apostolic Constitution on Penance" (Poenitemini). The 1983 revision of the Code of Canon Law incorporated the changes made by Pope Paul. Not long after that, the U.S. bishops applied the canonical requirements to the practice of public penance in our country.
To sum up those requirements, Catholics between the ages of 18 and 59 are obliged to fast on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. In addition, all Catholics 14 years old and older must abstain from meat on Ash Wednesday, Good Friday and all the Fridays of Lent.
Fasting as explained by the U.S. bishops means partaking of only one full meatless meal. Some food can be taken at the other regular meal times if necessary, but combined they should be less than a full meal. Liquids are allowed at any time, but no solid food should be consumed between meals.
Abstinence laws consider that meat comes only from animals such as chickens, cows, sheep or pigs -- all of which live on land. Birds are also considered meat. Abstinence does not include meat juices and liquid foods made from meat. Thus, such foods as chicken broth, consommé, soups cooked or flavored with meat, meat gravies or sauces, as well as seasonings or condiments made from animal fat are technically not forbidden. However, moral theologians have traditionally taught that we should abstain from all animal-derived products (except foods such as gelatin, butter, cheese and eggs, which do not have meat taste). Fish are a different category of animal. Salt and freshwater species of fish, amphibians, reptiles (cold-blooded animals) and shellfish are permitted. Those that are excused from fast and abstinence outside the age limits include the physically or mentally ill including individuals suffering from chronic illnesses such as diabetes. Also excluded are pregnant or nursing women. In all cases, common sense should prevail, and ill persons should not further jeopardize their health by fasting.