Spiritual Life Seminars
“Everyday Spirituality from the Masters”
Led by Fr. Kevin Joyce Ph.D.
Pastor, St. Lucy Parish, Campbell
 
These monthly seminars will present practical teachings from great Catholic spiritual masters in order to provide nourishment, inspiration, and helpful tools for the spiritual journey.  Participants may attend occasionally or regularly.  People should bring Bibles to each session, and an additional text is recommended: Ursula King, Christian Mystics: Their Lives and Legacies throughout the Ages (Mahwah, NJ: Hidden Sp[ring, Paulist Pres, 2001.
 
2009-2010 Schedule:  one Sunday per month in St. Lucy Parish Activities Center
4:00 PM           Presentation
5:15 PM           Personal prayer and meditation
6:00 PM           Mass in the church (regularly Sunday Mass)
 
If you have any questions, please contact St. Lucy at (408) 378-2464

January 10, St.Ignatius of Loyola and the Spiritual Exercises

• St. Ignatius, the man and the spiritual master
• The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius

February 14, The Stages of the Spiritual Journey According to St. Teresa of Avila & St. John of the Cross

• Purification, illumination, union
• The 7 Dwelling Places
• The dark nights of the senses and the spirit

 
March 14, Contemporary Spirituality, Part I:  The 12-Step Programs as a 20th Century Application of Traditional Christian Spirituality

• Recovery from addictive, compulsive, or obsessive behavior
• Deepening our relationship with God
• The 12-steps as spiritual journey

May 2, Contemporary Spirituality, Part II:  Selected Spiritual Writers as Guides for the Spiritual Journey (Fr. Kevin Joyce)

• 20th century authors:  Thomas Merton, Dorothy Day, Mother Teresa

Recommended Reading List

_Carlo Carretto, I Francis_ (Maryknoll, NY: Orbis Books, 1982), ISBN 0-88344-200-0 and
_Letters From the Desert_ (Maryknoll, NY: Orbis Books, 1976), ISBN:  0-89129-061-3
 
Oliver Davies (trans.), _Celtic Spirituality_ (New York: Paulist Press, 1999)
 
Dorothy Day, _The Long Loneliness_ (San Francisco: Harper & Row, 1981)
 
Thomas DuBay, _Fire Within: St. Teresa of Avila, St. John of the Cross, and the Gospel--on Prayer
Friends in Recovery, The Twelve Steps for Christians_ (Curtis,WA: RPI Publishing, Inc., 1994), ISBN 0-941405-57-5
 
Louis Dupré & James A. Wiseman (eds.), _Light From Light: an Anthology of Christian Mysticism_ (New York: Paulist Press, 2001)
 
Mary Margaret Funk, _Tools Matter for Practicing the Spiritual Life_ (New York: Continuum, 2001)
 
Thomas Keating, _Open Mind, Open Heart: the Contemplative Dimension of the Gospel_ (New York: Amity House, 1986)
 
Ursula King, _Christian Mystics: Their Lives and Legacies throughout the Ages_ (Mahwah, New Jersey: Hidden Spring / Paulist Press, 2001)
 
Martin Laird, _Into the Silent Land: A Guide to the Christian Practice of Contemplation_ (Oxford University Press, 2006)
 
Thomas Merton, _The Seven Storey Mountain: An Autobiography of Faith_ (San Diego: Harcourt Brace & Company, 1999), ISBN 0-15-601086-0  and _The Wisdom of the Desert_ (New York: New Directions, 1970)
 
_A Monk of the Eastern Church_, (Lev Gillet), The Jesus Prayer (Crestwood, NY:  St. Vladimir’s Seminary Press, 1987)
 
Henri J.M. Nouwen, _The Return of the Prodigal Son: A Story of Homecoming_ (New York: Doubleday, 1992), ISBN 0-385-47307-9
 
Henri J.M. Nouwen, _The Way of the Heart: Desert Spirituality and Contemporary Ministry_ (New York: The Seabury Press, 1981), ISBN 0-8164-0479-8
 
Ronald Rolheiser,  _The Holy Longing_ (New York: Doubleday, 1999)
 
Laura Swan, _The Forgotten Desert Mothers: Sayings, Lives, and Stories of Early Christian Women_  (New York:  Paulist Press, 2001)
 
St. John of the Cross, _The Collected Works of St. John of the Cross_ (Washington, D.C.: ICS Publications, 1991), ISBN 0-935216-15-4
 
St. Teresa of Avila, _The Interior Castle in Vol. Two of The Collected Works of St. Teresa of Avila, translated by Otilio Rodriguez & Kieran Kavanaugh_ (Washington, D.C.: ICS Publications, 1980)
 
Richard J. Woods, _Christian Spirituality: God’s Presence through the Ages_ (Maryknoll, New York: Orbis Press, 2006)

Michael L. Wentz for Fr. Kevin Joyce

January 11, 2010 - January 12, 2010

o    Strong Catholic Families

Evening Parent Session with Parish, diocesan leaders.

January 11, 2010 - January 12, 2010

o    Strong Catholic Families

Learn and share your techniques on getting people fired-up to do what is right! The Interfaith Council on Economics and Justice is sponsoring an Interfaith Seminar on Justice and Preaching for clergy of all faiths.  Geared towards helping people who preach and teach, get over their fears and helping others get over fears of fighting for justice issues and matters. Seminar led by Father Eduardo Samaniego, SJ of Most Holy Trinity Parish and Rabbi Dana Magat of Temple Emmanuel.

RSVP to Rev. Rebecca Kuiken at Rebecca@atwork.org or (408) 269-7872.

Be a part of something new! 

Come to the first Diocesan-wide gathering of Parish Administrators, Office Managers and Parish Secretaries.  This will be a new group in the Diocese for Parish Office Personnel to share our faith, best practices, discuss our challenges and support one another. 

Our goals for this first meeting will be to pray together, to introduce ourselves and share a meal.  After lunch we will discuss the original idea for these meetings and solicit input on how these gatherings would be most valuable, as well as plan for future meetings (frequency, date, time and place).  Please consider joining us on January 12, 2010, from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. at St. Martin of Tours Community Building, 200 O'Connor Drive, San Jose.  Lunch will be at noon ($7 per person), meeting at 1:00 p.m.  For more information and to RSVP please contact Holly Schoppe at hschoppe@dsj.org.

Contact: John RInaldo jrinaldo@dsj.org

In compliance with the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People, Safe Environment and Sexual Conduct Training and the Adult Pastoral Code of Conduct is required of all diocesan personnel: priests, deacons, pastoral ministers, administrators, principals, teachers, staff, and volunteers. This training is a condition of employment and is expected to be completed within 6 months of hire for new employees. Training is valid for three years.  Volunteers, as well as employees who need to recertify their training, have the option of completing the training requirement by attending a live workshop or taking the training online at www.shieldthevulnerable.org.   New employees are required to attend the live presentation of the Safe Environment and Sexual Conduct Training.  The workshop is presented by the Office for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults.

Registration is required.  You can make a reservation in either of three ways:  (1) fill out the "Signup" form below, (2) contact the Office for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults, or (3) contact Linda Tully at (408) 983-0144.   Workshops require a minimum of 15 attendees and may be subject to cancellation for lack of sufficient participants.
 
Future Safe Environment Workshops are scheduled as follows:

*  Thursday, February 25, 2010, 1:30 – 4:00 p.m., The Chancery, Saint Clare Conference Room                  (New Teachers)

*  Tuesday, April 13, 2010, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., The Chancery, Saint Joseph Conference Room

*  Thursday, May 20, 2010, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m., The Chancery, Saint Joseph Conference Room

Shortly before his death, Pope John Paul II asked all the bishops of the world to have trained exorcists in every diocese.  Bishop McGrath chose a priest to be the exorcist of the Diocese of San Jose, assisted by a few other priests and mental health professionals, including Fr. Kevin Joyce.  This year Doubleday published a fine book about the training of exorcists called "The Rite:  the Making of a Modern Exorcist" by Matt Baglio that focuses on the exorcist of San Jose.  Fr. Kevin will explain the scriptural foundations and practice of the ancient ministry of deliverance from evil spirits.

Mass Time:  6:45AM; Fr. Justin Le and Fr. Kevin Joyce co-presiding
Breakfast Program: 7:15AM
Location:  Holiday Inn, 1740 North First Street, San Jose
Speaker:  Fr. Kevin Joyce Pastor, St. Lucy Parish, Campbell
 Topic:  "THE RESURGENCE OF THE MINISTRY OF EXORCISM IN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH" 
$20 Members, $25 Non-Members.  Walk-ins welcome
Contact:  Jessica King 408-491-9229; cpbcinfo@gmail.com or
www.sjcatholicprofessionals.com

Saint Frances Cabrini School

"The Best Kept Secret in Silicon Valley"

Join Us at our Open House for Pre-Kinder through Eighth Grade.

Thursday, January 14, 2010, 7:00 p.m.

Now Accepting Applications for Enrollment

Contact Name: Connie Tomasello

Contact Email: ctomasello@sfcschool.org

Contact Phone: 408-377-6545

Sponsored by the English Cursillo Movement

All Cursillistas are invited to attend an evening of sharings, witness talks, music. Please bring a snack or drink to share and a non-perishable food item for the poor.

More information contact Lynda DeManti - 408 839-3163

Join young adults for a fun evening as we start 2010 off right. Explore your relationships ... career ... physical well-being ... faith.

Please RSVP on facebook, or e-mail San Jose Young Adult Catholics if you have any questions.

Contact: Laurie Galdes
Phone: (408) 378-6196

January 15, 2010 - January 17, 2010

A Rachel’s Vineyard Interdenominational Retreat for healing the emotional and spiritual pain of abortion will be offered January 15 -17, 2010 in Santa Rosa.  The weekend will help you experience the mercy and compassion of God and transform the pain of the past into hope, joy and love.  For confidential inquiries call (707) 967-1101 or email rachelsvineyard@gmail.com.  Visit us at www.rachelsvineyard.org.

January 16, 2010

January 15, 2010 - January 17, 2010

A Rachel’s Vineyard Interdenominational Retreat for healing the emotional and spiritual pain of abortion will be offered January 15 -17, 2010 in Santa Rosa.  The weekend will help you experience the mercy and compassion of God and transform the pain of the past into hope, joy and love.  For confidential inquiries call (707) 967-1101 or email rachelsvineyard@gmail.com.  Visit us at www.rachelsvineyard.org.

Celebrate Martin Luther King's Birthday with a day of prayer, study, and reflection.  Registration includes lunch.  Before January 12, $15 or $20 at the door.  Be earth-friendly.  Bring your own cup.

For questions, contact Susan Olsen at susan.olsen@holyfamilysanjose.org.

Click here for a flyer/registration. 

One of life’s most devastating experiences is that of human grief arising from the loss of a loved one. To escape being trapped in the tragic cycle of confusion, anger and pain, one must acknowledge and feel the waves of emotions that are part of mourning. Through this process, the mystery of healing and faith enter our lives. We will view an award winning video of real people who have experienced loss and healing. We will learn basic truths about grief. After each of three parts, participants will take time to share and connect their own story. This workshop is appropriate for those who are grieving and those who want to understand the grief process.

Presenter: Suzanne Young M.A, Pastoral Outreach Coordinator

Contact information: Suzanne Young, syoung@dsj.org, 408-258-2940
 

Mass for Feast of Santo Nino

Mass for Feast of Santo Nino

TADA! and the Blue Plaid Players present their 5th annual fundraiser to benefit the performing arts at Presentation High School, featuring teachers, alumnae, parents and friends. Godspell uses a variety of theatrical styles to interpret one of humanity’s greatest events. Based on the Gospel of St. Matthew, this is a show that will entertain and inspire the whole family. 5 performances only: January 16, 17, 22, 23, 24. You can order tickets online.

Performances:
Saturday January 16 @7:30PM 
Sunday, January 17 @2:00PM 
Friday, January 22 @7:30PM 
Saturday, January 23 @7:30PM 
Sunday, January 24 @2:00PM

Tickets:
$15 / $20

Godspell:
Godspell is the first musical written by Oscar, Grammy and Golden Globe award-winning composer Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Pocahontas, Pippin, Hunchback of Notre Dame, and more). Written in 1971, it celebrates the Gospel of St. Matthew by bringing the parables to life through song, dance, and creative storytelling. The show, featuring beloved songs like "Day By Day" and "All Good Gifts," is being staged by the very talented staff, parents, friends, and alumnae of Presentation High School to raise funds to support the Performing Arts.

For more information:
Visit www.pres-net.com or call 408 264-1661, Ext. 245
 

January 15, 2010 - January 17, 2010

A Rachel’s Vineyard Interdenominational Retreat for healing the emotional and spiritual pain of abortion will be offered January 15 -17, 2010 in Santa Rosa.  The weekend will help you experience the mercy and compassion of God and transform the pain of the past into hope, joy and love.  For confidential inquiries call (707) 967-1101 or email rachelsvineyard@gmail.com.  Visit us at www.rachelsvineyard.org.