Diocese of San Jose

CRS Rice Bowl Personal Testimony - Thomas Awiapo
2017-01-17 17:15 - 18:15, 2017-01-18 17:15 - 18:15, 2017-01-19 17:15 - 18:15, 2017-01-20 17:15 - 18:15, 2017-01-21 17:15 - 18:15, 2017-01-22 17:15 - 18:15, 2017-01-23 17:15 - 18:15, 2017-01-24 17:15 - 18:15 (America/Los_Angeles) and 12 more dates | St. John Vianney Parish, 4600 Hyland Avenue, San Jose, CA, United States
Don’t miss dynamic Thomas Awiapo, CRS Director – Africa, telling his powerful true story of heartbreak, loss and hope.
February 20: St. John Vianney: Saturday Masses (5:15pm, 7pm – Spanish)
February 21: St. John Vianney: All Masses (7:30am, 9am, 10:30am, 12pm – Spanish, 6pm)
February 22: Bellarmine College Prep: (11:20am) School Assembly
February 22: St. Simon: (1:30pm) School Assembly
February 22: St. Lawrence Parish & Schools: CRS Lenten Prayer Service (7pm) All Are Welcome

– Learn about RICE BOWL and make the connection between your spare change and changing people’s lives.
– Purchase FAIR TRADE foods and gifts from WORK OF HUMAN HANDS
– Learn about the CRS Global Mission
CRS Thomas Awiapo Flyer

Real Life RCIA---Stories of Hope
2017-01-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Santa Teresa Parish
The Catechumenate Advisory Committee of the Diocese of San Jose invites you to a training for RCIA leaders and their team on Thursday January 19th.
Come and hear real life stories from parish RCIA leaders in our diocese who have met challenges successfully. This training is for those who work with adults, youth and children in the RCIA process. Nick Wagner, the director and founder of team RCIA will facilitate our conversation and enhance it with his knowledge and wisdom on effective RCIA practices.
We hope to see at least one leader or team member from each parish. “The quality of any form of pastoral activity is placed at risk if it does not rely on truly competent and trained personnel.” (General Directory for Catechesis #234)
Fee: $10.00
Bring your RCIA book!
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Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat
2017-01-20 16:00 - 2017-01-22 14:00 | Mount Hermon Retreat Center, 37 Conference Dr., Mt Hermon, CA, 95041, United States
Give the gift of healing… If you or someone you know has been impacted by an abortion then a Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat would be a life changing gift. This retreat is for singles, married couples, siblings, Grandparents or medical professionals.
Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat offered by RealOptions Pregnancy Medical Clinics offer support to those who have been impacted by abortion. Attendees examine the experience, identify impact in life, and begin the healing process. Retreats are offered at no cost to attendees and are confidential. . To register visit www.realoptions.net/hope, email us hope@realoptions.net or call (408) 837-0990.
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Retiro de Preparación Matrimonial
2017-01-21 08:00 - 15:00 | Diócesis de San José, 1150 North First Street, San Jose, CA, 95112, United States
Retiro de un día para Parejas Comprometidas
En la Diócesis de San José
1150 North First Street, San José, CA 95112
Sábado, 21 de Enero de 2017
8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
$150 por pareja (Incluye: Planificación Natural de la Familia, Almuerzo y Material)
Para más información o para inscribirse hoy a complete la forma haciendo clic AQUI. Cuando a complete su inscripción envíela a la Diócesis de San José con el pago incluido y con los datos requeridos en la inscripción. Si tiene alguna pregunta, por favor comuníquese con Adriana Valenzuela al (408) 983-0124.
Ultimo día para inscribirse es dos semanas antes del Retiro de Preparación Matrimonial (si el retiro que usted desee inscribirse no está disponible se le notificara).

Faith Beyond 2000 -Part 2- The Sacraments of Healing
2017-01-23 18:45 - 21:00 | Chancery, St. Joseph Conf Room, 1150 N. First Street,, San Jose, CA, 95112, United States
A dynamic formation program for catechists and others
interested in gaining a better understanding of their faith
FAITH beyond 2000, Part 2 …
• Covers faith fundamentals that every catechist or pastoral minister needs to know
• Uses up-to-date DVD material from Echoes of Faith Plus
• Follows the Catechism of the Catholic Church and the guidelines for Catechist Certification in California
• Flexible: Attend all of the sessions and receive a certificate of completion at the end or attend only those sessions that you are able to attend or need for your ministry.
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Bereavement Training
2017-01-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Diocese of San Jose – Chancery Office, 1150 N. First St., Ste. 100, San Jose, CA, 95112, United States
Parish staff and volunteers are invited to participate in a 6 week series for those who want to learn more about ministering to those who are mourning.
The ministry of consolation depends on faith, compassion and prayerful presence. It becomes more effective
when there is understanding of the grief process, practices of effective communication, and knowledge of varied models of consolation programs. Participants will engage in an established course of study with opportunities
to learn, share and practice elements of this ministry that enhance skills and resources.
There is a $100 fee that will be returned upon completion of the training series.
Please RSVP by returning attached slip with payment or at cemeteryinfo@www.dsj.org or 650-428-3730 ext. 508.
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Musicians Master Classes 2017
2017-01-27 18:00 - 22:00 | Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph, 80 South Market St. , San Jose, CA, 95113, United States
Saturday Jan 27, the evening will begin with registration and hospitality at 5:30. At 7:00 begins the concert with the keynote speech being given by Jesse Manibusan.
This concert will feature many of your favorite songs and many new songs by the workshop clinicians. You will be able to purchase their music after the concert. Saturday morning begins the workshop at 9:00 am. There are two tracks, one in English led by Janèt Whitaker and one in Spanish led by Jaime Cortez.
There are 3 price points – $40.00 with lunch included – $25.00 bring your own lunch – $00.00 if you are scholar shipped by your parish. Here is an opportunity to collaborate with your favorite musicians. Don’t miss this chance to learn your craft of being a director, choir member, instrumentalist, or youth choir director. See you all in January!!
Brochure and Registration Form (Print)

Poverty Simulation
2017-01-28 09:00 - 12:00 | Santa Teresa Parish
Adults interested in reflecting on the realities faced by people living in economic poverty in our community are invited to participate in a Poverty Simulation Activity on:
This poverty simulation experience is designed to help participants understand what it might be like to be a part of a typical low income family trying to survive from month-to-month. It is a simulation, not a game! The object is to sensitize participants to the realities of life faced by low income people, while providing concrete suggestions for further advocacy.
For additional information contact:
Robin Hayr at robin@hayr.net
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http://santateresachurch.com/volunteer

Cosoloation of Grief through Prayer and Music
2017-01-28 10:00 - 12:00 | St. Joseph Cupertino, 10110 N. De Anza Boulevard, Cupertino, CA, United States
Experience a time of prayer and reflection with a variety of music shosed and presented by Fr. Chris Bennett. Get in touch with the many feelings that accompany bereavement.
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St. Ignatius of Loyola Movie
2017-02-01 16:00 - 17:00 | St. Ignatius of Loyola, 2501 S. Winchester Blvd., Campbell, CA, 95008, United States
The Life of St. Ignatius of Loyola . Fundraiser for Youth to attend World Youth Day in Panama in 2019
Tickets are presold only. Not available at the door.
Feb 1 at 4pm and Feb 2 at 7pm
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Wedding Anniversary Celebration 2017
2017-02-04 14:00 - 15:30 | Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph, 80 South Market St. , San Jose, CA, 95113, United States
Bishop Patrick J. McGrath would like to invite all couples celebrating their 5th (or less), 25th, 40th and 50th (or more) Wedding Anniversaries this year to participate in our Annual Wedding Anniversary Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph in downtown San Jose.
The couples will be invited to renew their wedding vows and will receive a blessing from Bishop Patrick McGrath who will preside over the celebration. Each couple will also receive a certificate signed by the Bishop.
Wedding Anniversary Registration
