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Save the Date: 40 Hours Prayer for Vocations (All)
Mark your calendars: 2018 events for all ages! Info: www.dsj.org/vocations April 20–22 40 Hours Prayer for Vocations (All)
Find out more »“Come and See” Religious Vocation Discernment Retreat
Is God calling you to be a Sister? If this question is in your heart, the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul invite you to join other young adult women ages 18-40 seeking God’s will for their lives. Walk with us! Talk with us! Pray with us! Join us for a prayerful, reflective weekend discernment retreat to help you find your calling. Contact Sr. Lisa Laguna, D.C. srllaguna@doc1633.org Download Flyer
Find out more »Women’s Weekend of Renewal
Come away to nourish your mind, body and spirit. This non-silent retreat for women will integrate meditation, artistic expression, gentle movement and embodied prayer, music and spiritual direction. You are invited to participate in any or all activities that feed your soul. Download Flyer
Find out more »Spiritual Exercises in Daily Life 18th Annotation
This is a mini retreat at home, which is a 14-week Spiritual Exercise. You meet with a Spiritual Exercises director, pray with the materials, and speak with God. St. Ignatius understands that we are in a busy world, so he encourages us to experience Spiritual Exercises according to our own willingness, age, education, and talent. This Spiritual Exercises in your daily life, will start in February, First Lent, 2018. From the Exercises will help you: to find your relationship with…
Find out more »Memorial Mass for César Chávez (25th anniversary)
The Latin American Studies Program at Santa Clara University invites the community to a mass commemorating the 25th anniversary of the death of César Chávez (March 31, 1927-April 23, 1993). The mass will be a first in a series of events at SCU to commemorate the anniversary. Download Flyer
Find out more »The Alpha Course in Spanish
¿Qué es Alpha? Alpha es una introducción practica a la fe cristiana y a la persona de Jesús con su mensaje de las “Buenas Noticias”. El curso Alpha se lleva a cabo en un ambiente amigable y relajado. Cada sesión empieza con una cena gratis. Luego sigue la enseñanza de varios temas y termina con una discusión de grupos pequeños. Los temas cubiertos incluyen “¿Quién es Jesús?”, “¿Por qué Murió Jesús?”, “¿Quién es el Espíritu Santo?”, “Que Hace el Espíritu…
Find out more »Faith Beyond 2000 – Part I – The New Testament, The Gospels
Faith Beyond 2000 is: A dynamic formation program for catechists and others interested in gaining a better understanding of their faith FAITH beyond 2000, Part 1 … • 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…
Find out more »Grief Support Group
If you are grieving over a loss in your life, a death, divorce, or job loss; if you feel lost or lonely, join with others who are also experiencing a loss. Download Flyer
Find out more »Monday Night Adult Bible Study -EPIC A Journey Through Church History
Discover the "EPIC" Story of the Catholic Church As Catholics we are heirs to a remarkable heritage. The history of our Faith is so much more than a list of facts and dates. It is a fascinating story of adventure, rebellion, tragedy, and triumph. A story 2,000 years in the making, one word best describes Catholic history: EPIC Epic: A Journey through Church History is a captivating and fast-paced look at the story of the Catholic Church. Beginning with the…
Find out more »SOLACE: Soul + Grief
We hope to share a sacred space for those in mourning be it newly bereaved of those continuing the grief journey. Using scripture as a reflective basis for our shared time together. Download Flyer
Find out more »End-of-Life Decisions: A Catholic Perspective
Santa Teresa Parish & Catholic Cemeteries present: Choices at the end of life present unique challenges, particularly within a complex and technologically advanced society. Physical death is perceived within modern society as the ultimate human tragedy. This presentation will explore end-of-life choices within the context of faith in Jesus and the moral tradition of the church. Presenter: Deacon Ray Gans Ray is a deacon in the Diocese of San Jose and a member of Holy Family Parish where he assists…
Find out more »Young Adult Spiritual Support Group
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center is seeking young adult volunteers between the ages of 18 and 30 to join a spiritual support group for young adult patients in intensive care or rehabilitation services. If you are considering a future career in the medical field, this is an opportunity for you to get training and experience to help you reach your goals. Complete the Santa Clara Valley Medical Center volunteer application from our website and call us at 408-885-6996 to sign…
Find out more »End-of-Life Decisions: A Catholic Perspective
Saint Athanasius Parish & Catholic Cemeteries present: Choices at the end of life present unique challenges, particularly within a complex and technologically advanced society. Physical death is perceived within modern society as the ultimate human tragedy. This presentation will explore end-of-life choices within the context of faith in Jesus and the moral tradition of the church. Presenter: Deacon Ray Gans Ray is a deacon in the Diocese of San Jose and a member of Holy Family Parish where he assists…
Find out more »Interfaith Prayer for Hope, Healing & Peace
An evening of prayer and reflection will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish on Thursday, April 26 from 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. The evening is an opportunity to come together as individuals from various faith communities to reflect upon our own personal losses as well as the recent losses in our communities, nation and world. Our prayer will call us to embrace hope. For more information, please contact Sr. Mary Ann Cantlon at 408-983-0131. Download Flyer
Find out more »Estate Planning Workshop
Estate Planning is a comprehensive process involving many components. The workshop will cover the basic elements of Estate Planning: the Revocable Living Trust; charitable and legacy planning; a lifetime gifting program; medical care planning (Advance Health Care Directive); planning for incapacity (durable financial power of attorney); and burial and funeral planning. Come with your questions. Presenter: Paul A. Pelosi, Attorney At Law, Pelosi Law Office, San Jose, has been in practice since 1973 in Santa Clara County. He is well-versed…
Find out more »Advance Directives
Advance Directives (Power of Attorney for Health Care) is a document that clearly states your requests regarding health care if you are unable to do it for yourself. This workshop discusses important issues that arise from these decisions. Your family and health-care providers will respect and appreciate this legal statement and be grateful for the clarity and certainty that it provides. It names the person(s) that should carry out those wishes. Download Flyer
Find out more »One World Cup
Student-athletes from Archbishop Mitty, Bellarmine, St. Francis, Notre Dame, and Presentation high schools will join refugee children from across the Bay Area to form two teams that will compete for the second annual One World Cup at 10:45 a.m. on Saturday, April 28th, at Archbishop Mitty High School. The game brings youth of different backgrounds together through the universal language of soccer. Download Flyer
Find out more »Candidate Forum
Candidate forum for Santa Clara County Board of Supervisor District Four. Opportunity of voters to ask candidates questions regarding issues affecting their neighborhoods.
Find out more »American Kidney Fund: 2018 SJ Kidney Action Day
American Kidney Fund is interested in working with parishes to help promote and advertise our event and to encourage parishioners to volunteer or attend free health screenings. Our signature outreach event is held in cities where the rates of kidney disease are higher than the national average. Our goal is to encourage people to embrace good health through education, screenings and resources available. No RSVP is needed if parishioners would like to attend. For volunteers, please see attached a Volunteer…
Find out more »Shalom Sundays – Mental Health Matters!
Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among 10-24 year olds in the U.S. Nearly all youth who died by suicide had factors that preceded suicide, such as recent crisis or recurrent mental health problem. Suicides are preventable. As caring, faith-filled adults, we can help build youth resilience. Mental Health Matters! Learn & practice QPR for suicide prevention & intervention. Presenter: Mego Lien, MPH, Santa Clara County Behavioral Health, Suicide Prevention and Intervention. Other presenter: Rich Berryessa, Santa Teresa…
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