November 23, 2014 - St. Joseph Parish
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November 23, 2014 - St. Joseph Parish
Sandaint J oseph Parish Mission Church of St. Vincent de Paul 9961 Elk Grove Florin Road, Elk Grove, CA 95624 ● (916) 685-3681 ● FAX (916) 685-7254 Mission Church: 14673 Cantova Way, Rancho Murieta, CA 95683 ● (916) 354-2403 ● FAX (916)354-2404 We, the parish community of Saint Joseph Catholic Church (Elk Grove) and Mission Church of Saint Vincent de Paul (Rancho Murieta), enriched by many traditions and cultures, come together to worship God in Sacrament, liturgy, and prayer. We are committed to acting as One Body in Christ, and to living our One Faith with the help of the Holy Spirit. We continually seek to reach out in loving service to others, both within our parish as well as in the greater community, in order to spread the Good News of our faith.” (Parish Mission Statement) Schedule of Services Office Hours Saint Joseph Parish Saint Joseph Parish Weekend Masses Saturday Sunday 4:30 PM 7:30 9:00 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM (Español), & 5:00 PM (Filipino Mass Every First Sunday, English Mass - All Other Sundays) Weekday schedules (Monday to Friday) Liturgy of the Hours 7:30 AM Daily Mass 8:00 AM Rosary 8:30 AM First Friday Mass 7:00 PM Eucharistic Adoration Friday 8:30 - 10:00 AM Every First Friday 7:30 - 10:00 PM Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday 2:30 - 3:30 PM Or By appointment Mission Church of Saint Vincent de Paul Weekend Masses Saturday Sunday Weekday schedules Daily Mass (Wednesday) Service of the Word (Fridays) Sacrament of Reconciliation Saturday 5:00 PM 9:00 AM 8:30 AM 8:30 AM 4:00 - 4:30 PM Or By appointment To Celebrate the Sacraments of Marriage and Baptism, please visit or call the parish office. Or visit our parish website: http://stjoseph-elkgrove.net/ Monday 9:00 AM - 12:00 Noon Tuesday to Friday 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Visit us on our website: stjoseph-elkgrove.net See us on Facebook: St. Joseph Catholic Church (Elk Grove, CA) Mission Church of Saint Vincent de Paul Monday/Wednesday/Friday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Parish Staff Fr. Brian Atienza (Pastor), ext. 122 e-mail: [email protected] Fr. Carlo Tejano (Parochial Vicar), ext. 125 e-mail: [email protected] Deacon Larry Hiner, 916-685-3681 e-mail: [email protected] Aurora Fragozo-Aguirre (Parish Administrator), ext. 120 e-mail: [email protected] Vernel Ploché (Database Administrator), ext. 121 e-mail: [email protected] Sr. Olive Kingsbury, RVM (DRE of Faith Formation), ext. 124 e-mail: [email protected] Veronica Padilla Perez (Administrative Assistant), ext. 127 e-mail: [email protected] Armida Gallegos-Lee (Administrative Assistant), ext. 128 e-mail: [email protected] Jerome Baybayan (Youth Ministry Coordinator), ext. 123 e-mail: jbaybayan @stjoseph-elkgrove.net Bill DuVal (SVdP -Administrative Assistant), (916) 354-2403 ext. 129 e-mail: [email protected] Amy Roberts (Liturgical Music Coordinator) e-mail: [email protected] Paul Seishas (Marriage/Family/Therapist) (916) 616-1800 e-mail: [email protected] Submit bulletin Articles by Friday (one week prior ) to: e-mail: [email protected] St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School Trina Koontz (Principal), (916) 684-7903, ext. 12 e-mail: [email protected] Saint Joseph Parish Parish Weekly Collection : 11/24 08:00am…—All Souls Mass— : 11/25 08:00am…—All Souls Mass— : 11/26 08:00am…—All Souls Mass— RM 08:30pm…—All Souls Mass— Thu: 11/27 08:00 am…—All Souls Mass— Fri: 11/28 08:00 am …—All Souls Mass— Sat: 11/29 04:30pm…Vincente Largo † ...Jins K. (SI) RM 05:00pm….For The People of SVDP 11/30 07:30am….Missa Pro Populo 09:00am…..Basilio Dy † ...Raul M. Gonzalez Sr. † RM 09:00pm…John D. Muller † 11:00am…Ron E. Koenig † ...Raymond Beauchemin † 01:00pm ….Manuela Hernández † 05:00pm .…Antonio Pereira † ….Uwarzie Family (SI) Today’s Readings First Reading — I will rescue my scattered sheep (Ezekiel 34:11-12, 15-17). Psalm — The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want (Psalm 23) Second Reading — As in Adam all die, so too in Christ all shall be brought to life (1 Corinthians 15:20-26, 28). Gospel — Whatever you did to the least ones, you did to me (Matthew 25:31-46). Readings For The Week Weekly Goal: St. Joseph SVdP $ 11,200.00 $ 2,600.00 Offertory this Week: St. Joseph $ 10,922.50 SVdP $ 2,052.00 FOR EFT (Electronic Fund Transfer) If you wish to contribute via EFT (electronic fund transfer) please visit our parish website for more information. “Thank you for your generosity and may God continue to bless you with His providence.” Catholic Campaign for Human Development Collection This weekend’s collection is for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) needs your help. CCHD was founded to end the cycle of poverty in the United States by funding organizations that help people themselves. With the tradition of improving education, housing situations, and economic development, CCHD continues to make a positive impact on communities nationwide. Your contribution will defend human dignity and help those living on the margins of our society. Please give to the CCHD Collection. Schedule of Masses Thursday, November 27th - Thanksgiving Day Mass at 9:00am Mass Sunday, November 30th - Advent Season First Sunday of Advent, Blessing of Advent Wreath Thursday, December 4th - Novena for Our Lady of Guadalupe at 6:30pm Monday, December 8th—Holy Day of Obligation The Feast of The Immaculate Conception of The Blessed Virgin Mary at 8:00am and 7:00pm Bilingual mass Mon: Rv 14:1-3, 4b-5; Ps 24:1bc-4ab, 5-6; Lk 21:1-4 Tues: Rv 14:14-19; Ps 96:10-13; Lk 21:5-11 Wed: Rv 15:1-4; Ps 98:1-3ab, 7-9; Lk 21:12-19 Thur: Rv 18:1-2, 21-23; 19:1-3, 9a; Ps 100:1b-5; Fri: Sat: Lk 21:20-28 Thanksgiving Day (suggested): Sir 50:22-24; Ps 145:2-11; 1 Cor 1:3-9; Lk 17:11-19 Rv 20:1-4, 11 — 21:2; Ps 84:3-6a, 8a; Lk 21:29-33 Rv 22:1-7; Ps 95:1-7ab; Lk 21:34-36 Sun: Is 63:16b-17, 19b; 64:2-7; Ps 80:2-3, 15-16, 1819; 1 Cor 1:3-9; Mk 13:33-37 Early Bulletin Article Submissions Please email all request for articles to be placed in the bulletin by the following due dates for the holidays. Dates to turn in articles: Monday Nov.17th - for the Nov. 30th bulletin Monday Dec. 8th - for the Dec. 21st bulletin Friday Dec.12th - for the Dec. 28th bulletin Wednesday Dec.17th - for the Jan. 4th bulletin Any questions you may contact Veronica by email at [email protected]. Thank you in advance for your cooperation and support, it is greatly appreciated. Saint Joseph Parish Pastor's Note - Solemnity of Christ the King of the Universe When the Son of Man comes in his glory, and all the angels with him, he will sit upon his glorious throne, and all the nations will be assembled before him." (Matthew 25:31) Today is the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ King of the Universe. Today is the culmination of the liturgical year. This is a fitting conclusion to the year long journey of the life of Christ celebrated during the different liturgical season. It is hoped that we come to a closer experience of Christ and a step closer to conforming our lives to His. The solemnity celebrates the fulfillment of the promise of God through Christ and we rejoice under his glory and reign. As we look into the words of Jesus through the gospel of Matthew, we ask ourselves how would we fare? How will we be sorted as the sheep of His flock? If Jesus is to come at this very moment, will we be sorted as sheep or as goats. Will we join Him in the triumphant kingdom celebrated by our solemnity today? As we are about to enter the new liturgical year, there are a few things I want us to consider. We are given another chance to celebrate the life of Christ throughout the liturgical season's movement through the year. We have another chance to dwell deeper into the mysteries that unfold in the different moments of Christ's life celebrated in the liturgy. We bring our lives closer to Christ and be the encounter of Christ to our world today It may also be the time to look into the participation we do in terms of the financial support of the parish. You will see that we continue to improve the environment of our worship space. I hope you consider perhaps increasing your periodic parish contribution and consider the electronic fund transfer (EFT), this will facilitate the regularity of contributions and allow me to prudently use the financial resources you entrust and improve our experience of Christ in our parish community. This week, we also celebrate Thanksgiving Day. I extend, on behalf of the entire parish staff, our gratitude for the opportunity to serve you. God bless! In Christ Fr. Brian Atienza Nota del Pastor Solemnidad de Nuestro Señor Jesucristo, Rey del Universo “Cuando venga el Hijo del hombre, rodeado de su gloria, acompañado de todos sus ángeles, se sentara en su trono de gloria, y entonces serán congregadas ante E1l todas las naciones.” (Mateo 25:31) Hoy celebramos la Solemnidad de Nuestro Señor Jesucristo, Rey del Universo. Hoy es la culminación del año litúrgico. Aquí concluye esta jornada de la vida de Cristo celebrada durante las diferentes temporadas litúrgicas a través del año. El deseo es de que tengamos una experiencia más cercana con Cristo y podamos dirigir nuestras vidas conforme a la de EL. La solemnidad celebra el cumplimiento de la promesa de Dios a través de Cristo y nos regocijamos en su gloria y su reinado. Como vemos en las palabras de Jesús a través del evangelio de Mateo, nos preguntamos a nosotros mismos, como estamos? y cómo ovejas de su rebaño, como nos ordenaran? Si Jesús viniera en este preciso momento, nos habría de dividir como ovejas o como chivas? Nos uniremos a Él en su triunfante reino celebrado en nuestra solemnidad de hoy? Al estar a punto de entrar al nuevo año litúrgico, hay algunas cosas que me gustaría considerar. Se nos da otra oportunidad de celebrar la vida de Cristo a través de las temporadas litúrgicas durante todo el año. Tenemos otra oportunidad para vivir profundamente en los ministerios que se desarrollan en los diferentes momentos de la vida de Cristo celebrado en la liturgia. Acercamos nuestras vidas más a Cristo y somos el encuentro de Cristo con nuestro mundo hoy dia. También es el tiempo para mirar nuestra participación en términos de apoyo financieros a la parroquia. Pueden ver como continuamos mejorando nuestro espacio de adoración. Espero que consideren tal vez aumentar su contribución periódica parroquial y pueden hacerlo a través de nuestro sistema de transferencia electrónica (EFT). Esto facilitará la regularidad de las contribuciones y me permitirá utilizar con prudencia los recursos financieros que ustedes donan con confianza y mejorar así nuestra experiencia con Cristo en nuestra comunidad parroquial. Esta semana, también celebramos el día de Acción de Gracias. Extiendo, en nombre de todo el personal de la parroquia, nuestra gratitud por la oportunidad de servirles. Dios los Bendiga En Cristo Padre Brian Atienza Saint Joseph Parish St. Joseph’s Youth Ministry presents... Our 1st Annual Christmas Around Our World PLEASE SAVE THE DATE Friday Dec. 5, 2014 Thanksgiving Day Collection We have a unique opportunity to serve the most needy people here in Elk Grove. Funds collected on Thanksgiving Day will go to support two Transition Houses here in Elk Grove. The second house will be opening around the first of the year for homeless families who are committed to turning their lives around. The first $1,000 collected will be matched by an anonymous donor. St. Joseph’s Thanksgiving Tradition of bringing your bread and wine to be blessed for your family’s meal will continue this year. At the same time we are asked to share with others who are not so fortunate. Please bring non-perishable foods and children’s and men’s clothing. You may drop the clothes in the St. Vincent de Paul barrel in the vestibule or the Renwald Room. If you ar e unable to donate food and clothing on Thanksgiving Day, you may leave them in the SVDP gold barrel in the vestibule at any time. Men’s and children’s clothing is desperately needed at this time. Please save your women’s clothes for Granny’s Attic in May/June. COLECTA DEL DIA DE ACCION DE GRACIAS Tendremos una oportunidad única para servir a los más necesitados aquí en nuestra ciudad de Elk Grove. Los fondos recibidos el Día de Acción de Gracias serán para apoyar dos Casas de Asistencia provisional aquí en Elk Grove. La segunda casa abrirá sus puertas aproximadamente al inicio del año para las familias en necesidad y quienes están comprometidas a cambiar sus vidas. La primera colecta de $1,000 será igualada por un donador anónimo. Nuestra Tradición de Acción de Gracias en San José de traer su pan y vino para bendecirlos y después disfrutarlos en la comida familiar continuara este año. Así mismo les pedimos que compartan con los menos afortunados. Por favor traer artículos de comida no perecedera, y ropa para niños y hombres. Los artículos pueden ser entregados en el depósito de colección de la Sociedad de San Vicente de Paul, localizado en el vestíbulo de la iglesia o en el salón Renwald. Si usted no puede hacer su donación el Día de Acción de Gracias, puede hacerlo en cualquier otro momento. Existe gran necesidad de ropa para niños y hombres durante este tiempo. Por favor deje la ropa de Dama para nuestra Subasta de la Abuelita en Mayo/Junio. We are inviting all the families of St. Joseph’s parish to join us on a night of festivities as a community with a Christmas Tree Lighting, Advent Prayer Service, a night of food, fun activities for the children, and shopping! Mrs. Claus’ Bake Shop Here we have a variety of different holiday themed baked goods, and sweet treats to be given away as Christmas presents, or simply to enjoy for yourself! • Santa’s Stockroom We will be selling different gifts at great prices that children and adults can give to their friends and family members. • The Elf Den With all these great purchases you will be able to buy around the world, you’ll need to have them wrapped! Here at the elf den, the elves will be at your service bagging and wrapping your gifts as needed. • The North Pole Need pictures with Santa? You will have your chance! Santa will be waiting for you and your families as we take you to the North Pole for a night. • The Parcel Workshop You can never have too long of a Christmas list! Here the children of our parish will be able to write their Christmas lists and give them to Santa! • Candy Cane Lane Your one stop spot for your Christmas candy canes. • Kris Kringle Kafe Stop over at the Kafe for some warm soups, nachos, lumpia, and drinks! Please save the date and join us for a night of jolly and gay fun on December 5th from 6-9pm in the Social Hall. Saint Joseph Parish Christ the King Men’s Retreat A Time To Catch Our Breath: A time to reflect. A time to evaluate. A time to learn. A Time to pray. A time to lift our spirits to the Lord. The time to do all this is during our annual retreat at Christ the King Retreat Center. Christ is calling you to share His love. The men’s retreat is on Dec. 5-7. Come join us as we spend a little time with our Lord to pray and learn more of Him and ourselves. Please call Niel Evans, 686-5977, or Daniel Wayne, 682-5059, or Phil Moralez, 685-4840, or Larry Joerger, 685-2044, for the men‘s retreat. View the retreat center at: www.passionist.org/retreats/ christtheking. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School Applications Welcome prospective Kindergarten families to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic School. As Elk Grove's Catholic school, we are accepting applications for the 2015-2016 school year between October 6th & December. 19th, 2014. Please visit our website at: www.stelizabetheg.org. Applications can be found on the website or through the school or parish offices. Our school is located at 9539 Racquet Court, Elk Grove, CA 95758. Our administrators provide school tours on Thursday mornings. Please call to schedule a tour! The school office number id: 916-684-7903. Prospective Kindergarten students must be five years old by September 1st, 2015 to apply for the 2015-2016 school year. In Christ's peace, Mrs. Koontz, Principal. FCCW - Women’s Study Group THE FELLOWSHIP OF CATHOLIC CHRISTIAN WOMEN invites all women of the parish to join us for our study: Angels of God. We meet twice a month on Thursdays 7 to 9 pm. Our next meeting will be Dec 4th. Bring a friend! The December 4th study will focus on the following Scripture passages: Judg 13:2-24; Lk 1:5-20, 26-38. More questions? Contact Deb at [email protected]. For mor e info about FCCW go to http:// www.fellowshipofcatholicchristianwomen.org St. Vincent de Paul Society News We wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving. We hope you can be with loved ones on this special day. Please join us at our monthly meeting on Tues., December 2nd, at 7pm, in the Renwald Room. Please visit our Giving Tree after Thanksgiving and take bells to help make this Christmas special for some needy families. Thank you and God Bless you. If you need help with daily living expenses,please call our confidential hot line at 916-667-2779. A volunteer will schedule a home visit to discuss your needs. Regular Bulletin Article Submissions Please email all requests for articles to be placed in the bulletin to [email protected]. Deadline for submission is 12pm, Friday, one week pr ior to date ar ticle will appear in bulletin. All requests must include a name and telephone number; in case verification is required. Thank you. Noticias de la Sociedad de S.V. de Paúl Les deseamos a todos un Feliz Día de Acción de Gracias y esperamos que disfruten con sus seres queridos éste día tan especial. Por favor acompáñenos a nuestra junta mensual, el Martes 2 de Diciembre, a las 7pm, en el Salón Renwald. El árbol de Navidad con las campanitas de los deseos de regalos de los necesitados, estará en el vestíbulo de la Iglesia a partir del Viernes 28 de Noviembre. Por favor tome los que pueda, compre los regalos, envuélvalos bonito y regréselos pronto con la campanita pegada por fuera, no más tarde que el Domingo 14 de Diciembre. Muchas gracias y que Dios los bendiga. Si usted necesita ayuda con los gastos diarios de la casa, por favor llame a nuestra línea confidencial, al 916-667-2779 y deje mensaje. Cuando le regresemos la llamada, platicaremos sus necesidades en su casa. Saint Joseph Parish Youth Ministry News High School Youth Ministry meets on November 23rd from 6-8pm in the Youth Room. EDGE Middle School Ministry meets on November 24th from 6:30-8pm in the Social Hall. EDGE Thanksgiving Potluck The EDGE Thanksgiving Potluck will be on November 24th from 6:30-8pm. Please ar r ive before 6:30pm to set your food up in the St. Mary’s room. The potluck will br eakdown as follows: If your last name starts with: A-G: A side dish to share!(i.e. mashed potatoes, vegetables, salds, etc.) H-0: A main dish to share! (i.e. anything with meat) P-Z: A dessert to share! (i.e. anything with meat) Confirmation Service Hours Come and volunteer as elves at “Christmas around our World” on December 5th, from 6-9pm. All workshops will need elf helpers to prepare and help with each event. Sign up with Jerome at EDGE nights. Christmas around our World! SAVE THE DATE: December 5, 2014 Please join in supporting the Youth Ministry in a night of Christmas Joy together as we prepare to enter into the birth of our Lord this Christmas season. All families are invited to attend Christmas around the World, a fundraiser for the Youth Ministry of our parish as our parish community comes together in the spirit of Christmas. We will have a Christmas Tree Lighting, Prayer Service with Candle Lighting, pictures with Santa Claus, Arts and Crafts, Gift Sales such as Mason Jar Cookie Mixes, gift items, all kinds of food of different cultures, candy canes, live music, entertainment, and an allaround celebration of culture and faith as we enter into the season of Christmas. Join us on December 5th from 5:30-9pm in the Social Hall. ¡Noticias Del Ministerio Juvenil! El Grupo de Jóvenes de High School se reunirá este domingo 23 de Noviembre de 6 a 8pm en el salón de Jóvenes. EDGE el Ministerio de Secundaria se reunirá el lunes 24 de Noviembre de 6:30 a 8pm en el salón social EDGE Celebración de Acción de Gracias para Compartir El Ministerio de EDGE celebrara su Día de Acción de Gracias con una reunión el 24 de noviembre de 6:30 a 8:00pm. Por favor llegar antes de las 6:30pm par a colocar la comida en el salón St. Mary. La comida par a tr aer y compar tir será: Si tu apellido empieza con: A-G: Un platillo para acompañar y compartir!(por ejemplo: puré de papa, vegetales, ensalada, etc.) H-O: Un platillo principal para compartir! (por ejemplo: cualquier platillo que se acompañe con carne.) P-Z: Un postre para compartir!(Por ejemplo: galletas, pay de manzana, pay de queso, etc.) Horas de Servicio Comunitario Ven y se voluntario como uno de los ayudantes de Santa en nuestro evento “Navidad alrededor de Nuestro Mundo” el 5 de Diciembre, de 6-9pm. Todos los talleres necesitan ayudantes de Santa para preparar y ayudar en las diferentes actividades. Regístrate con Jerome en las noches de EDGE. . !Navidad alrededor de Nuestro Mundo! ANOTA LA FECHA: Diciembre 5, 2014 Únanse y apoyen al Ministerio Juvenil en una noche de Alegría Navideña, juntos preparémonos para celebrar el nacimiento de nuestro Señor en esta temporada de Navideña. Todas las familias están invitadas a disfrutar de Navidad Alrededor del Mundo, un evento para recaudar fondos para el Ministerio Juvenil en nuestra parroquia, así nuestra comunidad parroquial se unirá con el espíritu Navideño. Vamos a encender el árbol de Navidad, un servicio de oración con velas, fotos con Santa Claus, artes y manualidades, ventas de regalos como: paquetes para preparar galletas, una variedad de artículos para regalar a los seres queridos, comidas de diferentes culturas, dulces, música en vivo, toda una celebración de fe, cultura y entretenimiento para dar inicio a la temporada de Navidad. Únase a nosotros el 5 de diciembre de 6-9 pm en el salón Social. Masses for All Souls You still may submit your 3X5 size pictures for inclusion in the memorial designed by our own Connnie Laxague. You may drop them off at the office with Bill or give to the Ushers. 9th ANNUAL FAMILY PANCAKE BREAKFAST WITH SANTA The 9th Annual BREAKFAST WITH SANTA will be held in the SVDP social hall on Sunday, December 7th after 9:00 AM mass. Tickets ar e $5.00 per family and will be available befor e mass on November 23rd and November 30th Christmas Dinner/Dance 2014 Tickets are now on sale Salute for our 12th toannual Life Christmas Dinner Dinner/Dance. & Auction Gather your friends and enjoy a lovely fun evening of Prime Rib and all the fixings presented by Red Oak BBQ followed by music and A Black and White Gala celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, November 8 at the Hyatt Regency dancing by Tony “Fifth are $45.00 for dir singles, and a Ballroom. GuestCervone’s speaker for theAvenue event Band”. is AbbyTickets J ohnson a for mer ector $90.00 of thefor larcouples, gest Planned full table of 8 for $360.00. For ticket information please call Connie Laxague at 687-8295 or Bill in the Parenthood in the US and now a nationally recognized Pro-life author, Leader and Advocate. Come and church office at 354-2403. hear her story. Cost is $135 or $1300 for a tablet of 10. If you are interested in going, please contact Lynn King at [email protected] or 687-6442. **CHRISTMAS CHILDREN'S CHOIR** V forming o c a t iaoChildren's ns Cro ss Does your child love to sing? We are Christmas Choir (K-6), to perform for the A thank you Eve to Rosie Stomsvik for taking the Vocations Cross in September prayers for Ceres SVDP Christmas service on Wednesday, December 24, 2014. Rehearsals will beand on Sunday, Nov. 30, Holsapple taking in October. Thank you!If you have any questions, please contact June Pland at Dec. 7, 14,forand 21 itstar ting at 10:15am. 354-2175 or [email protected]. DID YOU GET THE E-MAIL? E-mail Are Changing The database for our church is lackingAddresses a considerable amount of contact information, both in the area of The parish is changing to a new e-mailDuring providertheand all the staff will be22 using new e-maile-mail addresses. telephone numbers and e-mail addresses. week of September I sent a blast to all The the new format will addresses be @stjoseph-elkgrove.net. I willwere be accepting r esponding to the elkgrDemon” ove.net recorded e-mail in the database. There numerous and “Bounce Backs and Mailer e-mails immediately and non-existent. will discontinue of the parishmail.com 1, returns effective for addresses that were So use if you didn't receive thataccount e-maileffective inquiry December we have no 2014. The complete e-mail address for me at the SVdP office is [email protected]. electronic account for your family. Please help make this database a more complete record. If you did not receive my e-mail send me one so I can cut and paste your address to the database, that way I don’t type it incorrectly. If you don’t wish to receive e-mails please this SVdP request. If there is a certain class of Thanksgiving Daydisregard Mass at e-mail notifications you wish to be excluded from please let me know, sucham. as In prayer requests (P), Youth Our Thanksgiving Day Mass on November 27 will be celebrated at 9:00 lieu of an offertory monand CFF items (Y) or you don’t want any “all church” notifications” (N). For request for exclusion from “all etary collection by the ushers, we will be collecting non-perishable food for the Elk Grove Food Bank. Bring church notifications” your e-mail will only be used to communicate directly with you for matters of your a can to Mass to bring up to the altar. Monetary donations will also be accepted. Also, bring bread and wine concern only.atThe e-mail address to is to be served your dinner tabletotorespond Mass to [email protected]. blessed by Father. What a wonderful way to start your Thanksgiving meal! Holy Day of Obligation The Feast of The Immaculate Conception of The Blessed Virgin Mary Monday, December 8th will begin with Mass here at SVdP at 8:30am. . Contact Lynn King at 687-6442 or [email protected] . Christmas Giving Tree Project The Christmas “Giving Tree” is now up in our vestibule along with a smaller tree with tags labeled “shoe box.” Again this year our gifts will go to the children of the Moral Values Program in Sacramento. Please take a tag or two and you can be assured that you will be making Christmas brighter for a less fortunate child. Please tape the tag to your wrapped gift and return it to the church by December 21st. The gifts will be taken to MVP after Christmas in the Mexican tradition that gifts were not shared until the Feast of the Epiphany. If you have any questions please contact Lana Mason at 354-3855. Thank you for your generosity and caring.