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October 2018
Geriatric Home Aide Training
Catholic Charities is again offering a free Geriatric Home Aide Class in partnership with Foothill College at our Zanker office. Class starts on September 24, 2018. Primary contact: Laurel Ashcraft, GHA Instructor via email ashcraftlaurel@fhda.edu. Secondary contact: Irmela Vrankic, ivrankic@catholiccharitiesscc.org, or 408-325-5171. Download Flyer
Find out more »Planning A Catholic Funeral & Legacy Giving
The Vigil, the Funeral Mass and the Committal each have distinct purposes in the journey toward healing and wholeness. When we experience the death of a loved one, we have Catholic rituals and prayers of our church to comfort us. Come learn about the history and richness of our Catholic Funeral Rites (Vigil, Mass, Committal), Legacy Giving, and the services and options at our Catholic Cemeteries. This workshop will assist you in making choices about your funeral or that of…
Find out more »Church Security and Intruder Response Training
On Friday and Saturday, October 19th and 20th, 2018 St. Lucy will be hosting a Church Security and Intruder Response Training seminar given by Strategos International. I attended this seminar a year or so ago, I thoroughly enjoyed it and given the number of unfortunate terrorist type acts happening in our churches, schools, and other venues it is vitally important that we know how to recognize threats and what to do in these circumstances heaven forbid they happen. Who is…
Find out more »Saint Leo the Great Alumni Mass and Luncheon
Save the Date- Saint Leo the Great School Alumni Mass and Luncheon- all Alumni of Saint Leo the Great School (103 years strong!) join the school and parish community for a mass and luncheon to follow. Download Flyer
Find out more »Grief Support
The group will meet every other Monday evening from 7:00PM - 8:30PM in the Parish Center small room. Season 3: Oct 1, 15, 22 Season 4: Oct 29 Nov 5, 19, 26 Dec 3, 10 Please call (408) 251-7055 to register. Download Flyer
Find out more »Workshop on Tribunal Procedures
Workshop Part I is on Sacramental Record Keeping for new Parish Personnel, Office Managers, Administrative Assistants and Secretaries. The topics include: 1. Sacramental Registers: Notations, Change or Removal of Entries 2. Missing or Unrecorded Entries 3. Permanent, historical records and confidential information: Storage and Proper Handling 4. Sponsors and Godparents – Proxy Godparents, Legal Guardianship and Adoptions Workshop Part II is for the newly ordained Priests and Deacons and other Pastoral Ministers involved in Marriage Preparation and also those seeking…
Find out more »Alpha Course at Saint Frances Cabrini
Alpha is an opportunity for anyone, anywhere, to freely explore their unique questions about life, faith, and God. It has been an eye opening experience to those that have gone through the Alpha Course, and guests have come away with a deeper sense of their Christian faith. Come and experience this course yourself. Bring your spouse, significant other, adult children, or neighbors. There is a meal served at each session and there is no charge to participate. An introductory dinner…
Find out more »Solace: Soul + Grief
Held the fourth Wednesday of each month from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. At O’Connor Hospital Chapel (near the main entrance) 2105 Forest Avenue, San Jose, California Each month we will use a different scripture as a seed of our sharing, discussion and support. We hope to create a sacred space for you to share your grieving. No RSVP is necessary. This group is made possible by the support of O’Connor Hospital and sponsored by Catholic Cemeteries – Diocese of…
Find out more »Pure Fire Young Adult Retreat – Love, God
Diocese of San Jose Pure Fire Young Adult Retreat "Love, God" When: October 28-30, 2018 Where: Mount Herman Christian Conference Center For: Young Adults in their 20's and 30's For more information: www.dsj.org/purefire To register: bit.ly/purefire2018 Pure Fire Retreat is our annual diocesan retreat for young adults in their 20’s and 30’s. In the hustle and bustle of their professional lives and the demands of nurturing positive, healthy relationships, young adults need a break from time to time in order…
Find out more »Bishop’s Mass for the Sanctity of Human Life
Bishop Oscar Cantu will celebrate the Mass for the Sanctity of Human life, in conjunction with the Fall 40 Days for Life Campaign. It will be followed by light refreshments. All are invited. The time of the event has been corrected to 7:00 pm. For information, 40dflsanjose@gmail.com Download Image
Find out more »Dia de los Muertos – Day of the Dead
Calvary Cemetery, in association with the Silicon Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, honors and remembers our deceased family and friends and celebrates one of Mexico's traditional holidays reuniting and honoring beloved ancestors, family, and friends. Join us for a cultural and spiritual celebration. Where: Calvary Catholic Cemetery- 2650 Madden Avenue, San Jose, CA 95116 When: Saturday, October 27, 2018 Time: 11am to 4pm This event is FREE and open to the public! • Ritual, Music, and Dance. • Face Painting…
Find out more »Spiritual Masters with Fr. Kevin Joyce
Fr. Kevin Joyce will be presenting on the Great Christian Spiritual Masters who led us in times of great trial and tribulation. Guests ages 15+ are welcome to join for these FREE monthly spiritual seminars held in the PAC at St Lucy Parish. Download Flyer: PDF Download Flyer: PNG
Find out more »Fe Más Allá del 2000 – Parte II -Bautismo y Confirmación
Fe Más Allá del 2000, es un programa dinámico que llevamos a cabo durante el año. Consta de dos partes asiste a la formación de catequistas, lideres, y otros ministerios y movimientos. Es también un curso básico para continuar estudios para Maestro Catequista a nivel Diocesano y de la Región XI. Es patrocinado por la Oficina del Apostolado Hispano y del Consejo Catequético Hispano. Haga clic aquí para inscripciones en linea y ver el volante
Find out more »Anticipating the Holidays – A Retreat for Grievers
Church of Transfiguration and Catholic Cemeteries present: Holidays often accentuate the grief and sadness experienced when a loved one dies. Come and receive strength and hope. Fr. Christopher Bennett shares stories from scripture and life and offers helpful suggestions to meet this holiday season with hope. Presenter: Fr. Christopher Bennett, Pastor, Christopher Parish RSVP’s required by Tuesday, October 23, 2018: (650) 428-3730 cemeteryinfo@dsj.org Download Flyer
Find out more »November 2018
Solemnity of All Saints
In the United States, when November 1 falls on a Saturday or a Monday, it is not a holy day of obligation. See the description of this rule here. This is not a holy day of obligation in: 2021 2025 2027 2031 2032 2036 2038 2042 2049
Find out more »Closing Candlelight Vigil and Rosary – 40 Days for Life Fall
Please join us for peaceful prayer and public witness to kick off the 40 Days for Life Fall Campaign. Please DO NOT park in the Planned Parenthood or YMCA parking lots - use legal street parking. Download Logo 1 Download Logo 2 Download Logo 3
Find out more »177 Project – Eucharistic Adoration
On Friday, November 2nd, Queen of Apostles is hosting the 177 project. Featuring some of the top rising Catholic artists in the country, the 177 Project is committed to bringing Eucharistic Adoration to every diocese in the US. Please join us for an evening on Adoration and Confession, followed by a FREE concert featuring Aly Aleigha and Matt Faley. Doors open at 6:45. This event is free, but tickets are required and can be picked up in the parish office,…
Find out more »Praise & Worship
First Friday Praise & Worship Devotion 7pm Mass with Benediction 7:30pm Confessions 7:30pm Praise & Worship Music with Adoration & Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament on the Church's main altar 8pm Benediction Download Flyer
Find out more »Detention Ministry Training Session
The next training session for Detention Ministry in the Santa Clara County Correctional Facilities will be held on Saturday, November 3, 2018 at the Chancery Office: 1150 North First Street, San Jose, CA 95112 from 9:00 until about 11:00 am. This training will be primarily for brand new volunteers. You are needed to direct prayer services and bible studies and possibly to accompany individual inmates through the RCIA process. If you think you are interested in serving incarcerated persons and…
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