May 11, 2014 - St. Bernard Catholic Church
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May 11, 2014 - St. Bernard Catholic Church
May 11, 2014 Pastoral Staff 209-835-4560 Ext. # by Name Welcome to St. Bernard’s Parish Page 2 Pastor Fourth Sunday of Easter May 11th, 2014 Rev. Fr. Chad Wahl, L.C., #161 Rev. Fr. Fernando Barrera, #118 Parochial Vicars OUR MISSION STATEMENT Rev. Mr. Ray Whitlock 836-3194 Rev. Mr. Peter Ryza, #162 Deacons Expressing our love of Jesus Christ through the Eucharist, enlightened by the Holy Spirit, and by living the will of the Father, we gather as one family, rich in culture and tradition, willing to share our gifts with all, and working together as we journey to the kingdom of God. Rev. Msgr. Ivo D. Rocha, #125 Jennifer Overby, #157 Administrator Marie White, #111 Office Manager Mary Correia, #102 Maria Esther Ramirez, #163 Parish Secretaries Leticia Gomez, #110 Receptionist Elvira Orozco, #189 Faith Formation Director Henry Correa, #121 Confirmation Director Stacy Hughes, #107 Faith Formation Assistant Remedios M. Barrera, #188 Spanish Pastoral Associate Leticia Villegas-Gomez, #128 Youth Ministry Coordinator Efrain Orjuela, #138 Music Director Following the Good Shepherd The joyful tone of the past three Sundays of Easter is a little darker today. All three readings remind us of suffering, death, and sin. We, like Peter’s audience in the first reading, can ask, “What are we to do?” And the answer will be the same: we must reform. Or, as Peter says in his first Letter, we have strayed like sheep and must return to the shepherd. Jesus describes Himself as a shepherd in today’s Gospel, and we know it was one of the earliest images of Christ in the apostolic church. Today’s passage continues the darker theme of the first two readings. Danger lurks and the sheep need protection. They might follow a false leader; they might be stolen or destroyed. Only in Jesus Christ will we be safe. Only in Him will we have eternal life. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co. Steve Arena, #113 Stewardship Coordinator Sr. Marlene Sylas, #142 Ministry of Caring Coordinator Sr. Cecilia D’Mello, #103 Eng. Baptism Ministry Coordinator Sr. Cecilia D’Mello, #155 Funeral Ministry Coordinator Paula Yroz, #140 Liturgical Director Dulcina Serda Liturgical Assistant Gary Abate, #133 Principal Mary Costa, #131 School Secretary Sue Barnes, #132 Bookkeeper/Scrip Coordinator Larry Bettencourt, #135 Chuck Dubie Maintenance Supervisors Cristina Barrera Samuel Contreras Sandra Parreiras Maintenance Staff St. Bernard’s Thrift Store 836-2498 2014 GALA “The Vatican” The excitement is building to attend the Gala this year. The décor is outstanding; we have brought the Vatican to Tracy. For those who are attending, they will see firsthand the beauty of the room and if you’re not attending, then you can see some of the décor during all Sunday Masses at the Holy Family Center on May 18th. The Raffle Ticket drawing will take place the evening of the Gala. If your ticket is drawn you will be notified by phone the next day, or if in attendance you will know immediately. Thank you to all who volunteered to help, donated items for the auctions, sponsored, and/or supported this event in any way. It takes the effort of many to be successful…we have such great people here at St. Bernard’s who give so freely of themselves for the benefit of others and for this we are truly grateful. St. Bernard’s Parish Page 3 MASS INTENTIONS Church SUNDAY, May 11th 7:00 a.m. For all Mothers, Living & Deceased +Frank & Lena Simas +Pat Selna 8:30 a.m. For all Mothers, Living & Deceased +Joe , Velma, & Jerry Pimentel 10:00 a.m. For all Mothers, Living & Deceased +Kay Schopf +Virginia M. & Jacinto Silva 4:00 p.m. For all Mothers, Living & Deceased +Tom & Beatrice Lucksinger MONDAY, May 12th 8:00 a.m. +Carlos Teixeira +Efren Rodriguez +John & Bernice Mancuso 5:30 p.m. +Patricia Neeley +Manuel & Ana Vitoria +Joao, Maria, & Nivia Diniz TUESDAY, May 13th 8:00 a.m. +Frances Yroz +Huynh Thi Tham Intentions of Luis & Fatima DeSousa 5:30 p.m. +All Souls +Alvaro Vieira For the sick & deceased members of Our Lady of Fatima WEDNESDAY, May 14th 8:00 a.m. +Diane Gomes +Josephine Foley +Izaura S. Simas +Remedios Galinato 5:30 p.m. +Sam & Marie Tuso +Charles & Victoria Tuso Holy Family Center SUNDAY, May 11th 9:00 a.m. For all Mothers, Living & Deceased +Lupe & Roberto Meza +Asuncion Magaña 11:00 a.m. For all Mothers, Living & Deceased Pro Populo 1:00 p.m. For all Mothers, Living & Deceased +Maria Dolores Airada Intentions of Norberto & Anabel Oseguera 6:00 p.m. For all Mothers, Living & Deceased Intentions of Zoe Bautista Second Offering Today our second offering is for the New Church, our “Building Together With Christ Campaign”. Through the generosity of the People of St. Bernard’s, we have paid off our property loan. We are now working to pay down the construction loan for the Holy Family Center. We are grateful to those still able to assist with paying off the remaining debt on the Holy Family Center. We are also grateful for everyone’s continued prayers supporting this ongoing project. God bless you all! THURSDAY, May 15th 8:00 a.m. +Joe, Lena, & Clyde Dutra +Beverly Rose +Livramente Santos 5:30 p.m. +Luz & Adela Mendez +Jim Gannon +Maria & Jacinto Silva 3 FRIDAY, May 16th 8:00 a.m. +Bonnie Strohmaier +Julio Tambis +Regino Bernardo +Maria Ribeiro 8:45 a.m. SBS Mass Intentions 5:30 p.m. +Janet Alves +Linda Gann +Mauro & Aurie Ramirez +Agnes Hang SATURDAY, May 17th 8:00 a.m. +The Anthony Vierra Family +Marvin Seward +Julius Cezar DePerio, Sr. 5:00 p.m. +Peter Yroz +Masud Mehran +Emmanuel Cordero Intentions of Janet Diones 7:00 p.m. +Pedro Ulloa +Maria C. Sanchez +Hilario Cornejo In Thanksgiving Catholic Charities Provides Help, Creates Hope Catholic Charities Sunday is May 17/18. With increasingly distressing federal and state budget cuts, your help is vital in meeting the ongoing needs of the poor and vulnerable of our Community. 100% of your contribution to Catholic Charities stays within our communities. Last year Catholic Charities provided services to over 26,000 people. Please pray for those who are most in need, and please plan to give as generously as possible to “Provide help for Today and Hope for Tomorrow”. Altar Candle Memorial The Altar Candle Memorial for the week of May 11th: In loving memory Gloria J. & Mary Silveira, requested by Laurence Silveira. In loving memory of the deceased members of the Jose Sarmento family, requested by Candida Sarmento. St. Bernard’s Parish Page 4 Parish Activities HFC-Holy Family Center , LH-Large Hall, SH-Small Hall, MC-Ministry Center, LH Mtg. Rm.-Large Hall Meeting Room Sunday, May 11, 2014 Happy Mother’s Day 5:30 p.m. Bible Study-SH Monday, May 12, 2014 3:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. CYO-LH Amigos de Dios-LH, SH Legion of Mary-MC Rm. 2 Spanish Altar Server Mtg.-Church Jr. High Youth Group-HFC Saturday, May 17, 2014 7:00 a.m. 7:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Confessions-Church Cursillos Sabatina-LH Mtg. Rm. Spanish Baptisms-Church Eucharistic Service at Tracy Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Confessions-Church Raise the Roof Gala-HFC Spanish Day Care-Kindergarten Spanish RCIA-MC Rm. 1 4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 13, 2014 3:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Cantor Practice-Church CYO-LH Spanish Choir “Voces”-MC Rm. 1 Knights of Columbus-SH Charismatic Prayer Group-MC Rm. 2 Ultreya de Cursillo-LH Mtg. Rm. Wednesday, May 14, 2014 8:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:45 p.m. 9:00 p.m. Wednesday Morning Social-LH Mtg. Rm. School Registrations-LH YLI-SH Parish Choir-MC Rm. 1 Spanish Bible Study-MC Rm. 2 Amigos Spiritual Workshop-LH Mtg. Rm. CYO-LH Men’s Fellowship-LH Thursday, May 15, 2014 8:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m. 5:15 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:45 p.m. Cleaning for Jesus-Church Eucharistic Service at Astoria Gardens School Registrations-LH Jr. High Music Ensemble-MC Rm. 1 Confessions-Church Spanish Marriage Encounter-LH Mtg. Rm. RCIA-HFC Spanish Choir “Viento Nuevo”-MC Rm. 1 CYO-LH Friday, May 16, 2014 8:45 a.m. 10:15 a.m. 3:00 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 5:15 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. SBS Learning Mass-Church Mass at New Jope Eucharistic Service at Heritage Place English Children’s Choir-MC Rm. 1 CYO-LH Spanish Children’s Choir-MC Rm. 1 Good News People Closing-LH Spanish Choir “ABBA”-MC Rm. 1 Spanish Young Adult Group-SH Spanish Bible Study-MC Rm. 2 Wednesday Morning Social We invite you to join us every Wednesday after the 8:00 a.m. Mass in the Large Hall Meeting Room for coffee, juice, and a light refreshment accompanied by fellowship. Reconciliation Schedule Thursday Saturday 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm 7:00 am to 7:45 am 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm Stay with us, Lord! Walk with us, Lord, along the road of resurrection! Explain for us, so slow to believe, the things that Scripture says of you. Break the bread of the Eucharist with us whenever we share our lives with our brothers and sisters. Stay with us each time night approaches and the daylight fades in our hearts! From Come, Lord Jesus by Lucien Deiss, CSSp, copyright © 1976, 1981, Lucien Deiss. Published by World Library PublicaƟons. p.168 Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration (Adoration Chapel located in Convent behind Church) “Each time you approach the Blessed Sacrament, remember that Jesus has been waiting for you twenty centuries for this personal visit from you.” -St. Josemaria Escriva We are in need of adorers on Wednesdays at 5pm. To become an adorer or to inquire, call Anita Laspina (English) @ 835-3173 or Cecilia Garcia (Spanish) @ 346-3372. St. Bernard’s Parish Page 5 Ministry of Caring God’s Gift of Life … Baby Giovanna Del Toro born to Carlos & Robin! Baby Mason Cardoso born to Michael & Jessica! Baby Graysen Carter born to Blake & Alayna! Baby Logan Parilla born to Chad & Erica! Baby Timothy Stewart born to Timothy & Antoinette! Baby Valor Grayson Wright born to Sterling & Jennifer! Love endures … Peter & Jane Vink celebrating 35 years on the 12th! Ronald & Marie Morris celebrating 31 years on the 14th! Mark & Gloria Schopf celebrating 22 years on the 16th! Jose & Candida Sarmento celebrating 60 years on the 17th! Lifting up to God for healing: ... those lately in hospital … Janet Farmer, Maria Vega, Maria Rios, Donna Boyd, Jose Mandujano, James Moreda, Penny Flores, Belmeda Simas, Erica Parilla, Jose Carrasquillo, Charles Montoya, Rafael Betancourt, Karl Jensen, Frank Savage, Maria Covarrubias, Maria Rodriguez, Esther Avila, Alayne Victoria, Coralyn Gray, Amanda Costa, Rosa Lagunas de Rodriguez, John Ravazzini, Bernard Dunne Jr., Germaine Imhof, Annette Ochoa, at home/convalescent: Betty Brazil, Carol Louise Silva, Remedios Barrera, Rita Baretta, Betsy Parrillo, Liz Costa, David & Maxie Millingar, Margaret Tine, Mary H. Bacchetti, Marianne Brown, Alex Bitzer, Candida Sarmento, Vince Vaca, Tom Trujillo, Mary Coleman, Glorianne Piatek, Rose Solis, Katie Chavez, Alice & Manuel I. Borges, Tillie Castellon, Regina Stevens, Mabel Moitoso, Catherine Corsaro, Harriet Pereira, Mary Serpa, Luis Rosario, Eileen Morri, Wanda Hirsch, Inez Gomes, Eric Treiss, Connie (Peterson) Person, Myrtis Hux, Cindy Poso, Nella Bonomini, Jeanie Ferrera, John Borejko, Frank & Josie Silva, Pet Manacio, Julia La Frano, Manuel & Dolores Nunes, Matt Reeves, Vincent & Mary Ungaro, Mela Prock, Peter Mazzoni, Joanne Tynes, Frank Silva, Charlie Rice, Howard & Dorothy Silva, Martina Tan, Barbara Lawlor, Al Marks, Caroline Rotella, Minnie Martin, Draga Louth, Janice Mattos, Richard Mattos, Patricia Adams, John & Jean Laufman, Belinda Barbosa, Betty Peterson, Lynne Hemmingsen, Bob Schneider, Lisa Navarro, Matthew Bogetti, Aggie Deeds, James Turner, William Ray Thomas, Betty Turnley, Margaret Gonzalez, Linda Rivas, Ellen Poso, Gussie Owens, Diana Russell, Reggie Mersaroli, Roger Elissagaray, Paul Lee, Teresa Olasolo, Carmen Monarrez, Linda S. Fontanares, Lydia Gann, Daniel Price, Jim Raddatz, Luis Leo, Zonda Hyman Whitten, Assunta Gaia, Patrick Morse, James Bisbee, Maria Salvador, Ida Geist, Mae Wible, Bill Baier, William Stewart, Linda Wiscarson, Alfonza Grijalva, Delores Grijalva, Maria Zilli, Gloria Martinez, Alex Miller, Margaret Prock, Diane Geipel, Karen Lewandowski, Nat Bacchetti, Agnes Deeds, Claire Abell, Elayne Costa, and those we hold in our hearts. Our beloved now living with Christ in a new way … Roberto Moreno Garcia and Jeanette Roberts Umazi. Remembered in prayer: Egideo Martins RIP by Lynne Hemmingsen; Art Cabral RIP by Angela & Rick Flores; Nelson Costa RIP by Henry & Angie Long. Wedding Anniversaries need to be called in at least 2 weeks in advance. Names cannot be automatically put into this column without your authorization because of privacy laws. Please call Sr. Marlene for information or names to be added in this column. Vocations Day The Daughters of the Cross feel blessed to have the opportunity to serve St. Bernard's Parish. We started the school in 1958 and now serve in different ministries. PLEASE JOIN US IN PRAYER as we invite younger women to look into their hearts and experience God's call to join us as we joyfully respond to God's love and consecrate our life to God. For more information/questions, please contact Sr. Marlene 835 4560 ext. 142 or email [email protected] . FUNdraiser BUS TRIP to Black Oak Casino Tuesday, May 13, 2014 To reserve your seat, please come to the Parish Office and pay your $25.00. The casino will give $10 towards slot play and $5 towards food for a five hour stay. More details on your ticket. All proceeds go towards our new church Building Fund. Questions? Lynne Hemmingsen 835-0623 or Parish Office 835-4560. Counting Sheep When at night you cannot sleep, talk to the Shepherd and stop counting sheep. —Anonymous. St. Bernard’s Parish Page 6 Sacraments Baptism For Infant Baptisms, at least two months in advance is required. English: Sr. Cecilia, Ext. 103 Spanish: Remedios, Ext. 188 First Reconciliation For children preparing for their First Holy Communion. Elvira Orozco, Ext. 189 First Holy Communion For school age children (2nd grade or higher); this is a two year preparation. Elvira Orozco, Ext. 189 Confirmation For students 6th grade or above who desire to become a fully initiated Catholic; this is a two year preparation. Henry Correa, Ext. 121 Matrimony Registered parishioners should make an appointment at least six months prior to the marriage date. English: Deac. Pete, Ext. 162 Spanish: Remedios, Ext. 188 First Communion and Confirmation Preparation Information: Registration Update: We will be conducting another open registration for Faith Formation on June 10th. If you are a new participant to the program, you will need to attend the Orientation Meeting on June 4th to obtain valuable information & a registration packet. You will not be able to complete registration without a completed packet. If you are a current participant wishing to re-enroll in the 2nd year of the program, you should have received your packet. If you have not, please contact the Director. Orientation Meeting at Holy Family Center: June 4th Spanish: English: 4:30-5:30pm 6:00-7:00pm Registration at Small Hall of St. Bernard’s Church: June 10th 1:30-6:30pm Volunteers Needed The success of the Faith Formation of our children is due, in part, to the generosity and dedication of volunteers. These volunteers, who become Catechists, classroom aides, or program aides, share their faith and love for Jesus while teaching the youth of our parish as they grow in the Faith. We are in need of volunteers for the upcoming 2014-2015 season which begins in August. We will provide you with the training, tools, and support to assist you in this Ministry. If the Lord is calling you to be part of this ministry, please contact Henry Correa or Elvira Orozco at the Faith Formation Office @ 209-835-4560. RCIC Good News People (Rite of Christian Initiation for Children) For school age children, between 8 & 16 years of age, who have not been baptized; this is a two year preparation. Elvira Orozco, Ext. 189 VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL RCIA Preschool to 6th grade program. (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) June 9-13, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This process provides you with the opportunity to explore your calling and become a fully initiated Catholic Christian or to help others do so. English and Spanish: Henry Correa, Ext. 121 Closing Plenary Cost is $35.00 for 1st child & $5.00 sibling discount. Call today to find out if space is available; Melissa (209) 839-6726 All Good News People participants are invited to attend our Closing Plenary celebration on Friday, May 16th at 7:30 p.m. in Father Fleming Hall. For more information contact Steve Arena at the Parish Office @ 835-4560. St. Bernard’s Parish Page 7 St. Bernard’s School Teaching Vacancy Primary Teacher Junior High Teacher Science/Computer Lab Teacher St. Bernard’s School is looking for a primary teacher, a middle grade teacher, and a science/computer lab teacher. The positions begins August 1st. Salary is determined by experience and units completed beyond a B.A. (credential preferred). All interested applicants should contact the School Office for further information. Applications must be submitted ASAP, no later than May 15th with interviews to follow. Applications can be found online at www.st-bernardschool.org. Please include a resume with a letter of interest for the positions available. St. Bernard’s School 165 W. Eaton Ave., Tracy, Ca. 95376 209.835.8018 Preschool News Registration costs are now available at the Parish and School Offices for the 2014/2015 School Year. For more information, please check the School Website at: www.st-bernardschool.org or the Parish Website at: www.st-bernards.org Please keep our St. Bernard’s School First Communicants in your prayers. They received the Lord for the first time on Friday, May 2, 2014: Reese Acierto LJ Adap-Parafina Jericho Andaya Audrey Arnaudo Sylvia Arrington Robert Barnett Mikayla Brown Leah Butler Robert Costa Cy Fahrberger Bryce Foisy Vendela Galasinao Andres Gamboa Claire Hamer Madison Hickman Diana Hutchings Alyssa LaCorte Joseph Leadon Sebastian Lim Madison MacDonald Adam Masana Destany Mohs Brandon Ng Alyssa Pamintuan Isaac Paquin Jazzelyn Rios Adam Rodriguez Jon-Jon Rodriguez Juliana Sales Ryan Santiago Kyan Sheu Chloe Siapno Jeremiah Zamora Jemone (JJ) Williams —“You too dear young people, can be joyful witnesses of His love, courageous witnesses of His Gospel, carrying to this world a ray of His light” — Pope Francis “The youth is the future of our church”, what do these words mean exactly? Come and find out who you are called to be by joining our energetic and God enthusiastic Youth Ministry! St. Bernard’s has 2 age appropriate groups for all of our young parishioners. Edge Nights are open to all Jr. High students (6th, 7th, & 8th grades). We meet Mondays: 7:00—8:30pm at HFC on Valpico Road. LifeTeen Nights are open to all High School students. We meet Sundays right after the 6:00pm Youth Mass at HFC on Valpico Road, 7:30-9:00 pm. SBYG will be taking a 3 week break in the month of June. There will be no high school or Jr. High meetings from June 1—June 15. We are resuming our activities with a family BBQ on Saturday June 21 at Fr. Fleming Hall. All are welcome! On Sunday 6/22 all incoming freshmen are welcome to join the high school group and on Monday 6/23 all incoming 6th graders are welcome to join our Jr. High group.! For more information, please contact our Youth Coordinator, Letty Gomez, at the Parish Office ext. 128, or email: [email protected]. Young Ladies’ Institute (YLI) YLI members will be welcoming District Deputy, Jeanette Borges, to our Institute for her Official Visit on May 14th. The meeting will be at 5:30pm with refreshments to follow. The Nominating Committee will also give their report for Officers for 2014-2015. Pro Life Corner “He who denies that human life begins with conception does not need to contend with religion, but science. To deny this certainty of biology is not to express a lack of faith, but a lack of basic knowledge of human genetics, something that is even known by the general public.” ~Ecuadorian Federation of Societies of Gynecology & Obstetrics (FESGO), April 17, 2008 St. Bernard’s Parish Page 8 Mother’s Day Remembering our Mothers with love: (*Indicates Living Intention +Alice P. Diniz *Judy Wahl +Martha Catano +Vera Mendoza +Anne Keating *Guadalupe Montaño *Maria Buenrostro *Nelly A. Jiao *Amparo H. Rivera In Honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary +Maria A. D’Souza +Rita C. Viegas +Maria Carmen Ramirez *Leticia M Correa *Alejandra L. Holdener *Eleanor White *Lorraine White +Barbara Wasson +Anne Marian +Juana Flores +Encarnación Barrera *Alicia Morales +Mary C. Silva +Rosemarie “Rosie” Silva +Mary C. Brazil +Maria J. Silva +Irene Van Derbeck +Yvonne Petrig +Theresa “Tree” Silva +Isabelle “Belle” Silva +Evelyn Terra +Josephine Castro *Betty S. Brazil *Josephine “Josie” Silva *Teresa Borges +Indicates Deceased) *Nancy Schlemmer *Ernestina Azevedo *Daughters of the Cross *Sharen Petrig +Mamie Silva +Pauline Silva +Mary Castro +Ella Pombo +Rose Calvillo +Ellen Ryan +Angelina Cecchi +Catherine Mooney +Kathleen Braten +Marta Finnen +Olivia Ramirez +Avelina Alegre +Deolinda Costa *Jennifer Overby *Maria Dimate de Constanza *Marina de Marin *Blanca Marin +Herodina Castillo +Felicitas Rangel *Debbie Pine *Tillie Castellon +Christina Costa *Carleen Costa +Evelyn Dias Perry *Kim Dang *Jessie Yñiguez +Lucy Batel +Agnes Hang +Florence Boldin +Francesca Xuan *Marie Boldin +Rosa Castillo +Consuelo Resendez *Josephine Silva +Mary Lawlor +Anna Maher +Lena Dutra +Edith Nunes +Emily Morris +Maria Dutra +Mary Mattos *Millie Dutra *Lucyla Isler +Silvia Josefina Hernandez +Rose Sanchez +Paula Cisneroz *Cynthia Cisneroz +Elizabeth Elwer +Rose Wihl +Gertrude Wenzlick *Linda Wihl +Lillian Yap *Barbara DiGangi *Elvira Maya-Soto +Maria Elena Soto Hinojosa +Isabel Silveira Solis +Maria Elena Rosales +Divina Remollino *Nenita Ruzon *Jackie Horsewski +Sylvia Barbosa +Margaret Ryza *Irene Saenz *Dalia Lara *Adoracion Fernandez *Nolita Cayetano +Encarnacion Antido *Milagros T. Pasaoa +Ana Tamayo Capito +Ana Maria Jacobo *Sally Fowler +Joan Costa +Lorraine Rosenquist +Christina Melendez Webb *Cyrella Weisbeck *Shirley Davis *Janice Overby +Marie Souza +Brenda Condon +Laura Navarro +Adele Mick Kenney +Dorothy Parrillo +Katherine Parrillo +Adele Zigmund +Ann Tiechman *Kathy Ruffino *Dolores Holmes *Helen Hanlan +Evelyn Bogetti *Liz Costa *Cristina Barrera *Alicia Ceballos *Eliza Barrera +Aldine Souza +Helen Keiser +Ana Faria +Ilda Correia A Mother’s Heart A Mother’s heart is always filled with love for her children, with hopes and dreams for them, with a never ending prayer that God blesses them with happiness; that God will protect them from harm; that God cares for them in her absence. A Mother’s heart is always filled with love for her children and love for God. Today, mom, we thank our Lord for the precious gift of you. We are blessed because you are part of our lives. We love you dearly and wish you the Lord’s choicest blessings today & always. St. Bernard’s Parish Family Aviation Day The Knights of Columbus & Haley Flying Service Inc. are having a Family Aviation Day on Saturday, June 14th, beginning at 8:00am. For a $25 donation (non-refundable) you can enjoy a barbequed hot dog or hamburger, drink, & bag of chips. Also included is a ride in a Cessna 182, Citabria 7ECA, or Piper Super Cub. Only 100 tickets are available, so get your tickets early from John Oliveira (221--5080) or the Parish Office. Haley Flying Service Inc. is located on Tracy Blvd. and Grimes Road, north of Tracy. Bring your camera! All donations go to the Charities supported by the Knights of Columbus, Council #4041. Page 9 SU PALABRA EN ESPAÑOL Corazón de una Madre El corazón de una madre siempre está lleno de amor por sus hijos, de esperanzas y sueños para ellos, con una oración sin fin que Dios les bendice con alegría; que Dios les protegerá de los daños; que Dios se preocupa por ellas en su ausencia. El corazón de una madre siempre está lleno de amor por sus hijos y amor por Dios. Hoy, mamá, damos gracias a nuestro Señor por el don precioso de ti. Somos bendecidos porque usted es parte de nuestras vidas. Te queremos mucho y le deseamos las más ricas bendiciones del Señor hoy y siempre. Segundo Ofertorio Towards Ordination Please join the Diocese of Stockton as we pray for Seminarian Cesar Martinez (St. Frances of Rome, Riverbank) who will be ordained to the Transitional Diaconate on Saturday, May 17 at St. Patrick’s Seminary. The Transitional Diaconate is the last step before the Priestly Ordination. God willing, a year from now, Cesar will be ordained to the priesthood! Priests’ Retreat Please pray for our priests as they gather for their annual retreat May 19- 23, 2014. Memorial Day Masses Bishop Blaire will be celebrating Mass on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26 at 9:00am at St. Stanislaus Cemetery in Modesto. Msgr. Richard Ryan will be celebrating Mass on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26 at 9:00 am at San Joaquin Catholic Cemetery in Stockton. All are welcome to attend. Diocesan Financial News The link is: www.stocktondiocese.org/ financial-news. Este fin de semana, nuestro segundo ofertorio es para la Nueva Iglesia, “Construyendo Junto Con Cristo”. Gracias a la generosidad del pueblo de San Bernardo, hemos pagado nuestro préstamo de la propiedad. Ahora estamos trabajando para pagar el préstamo de la construcción del centro Sagrada Familia. Estamos muy agradecidos a los que todavía pueden ayudar con el pago de la deuda de el centro La Sagrada Familia. También damos las gracias por sus oraciones que apoyan este proyecto actual. Dios los bendiga a todos! Caridades Católicas proporciona ayuda, crea la Esperanza Caridades Católicas es el domingo 17 y 18 de mayo. Con los recortes presupuestarios estatales y federales cada vez más angustiantes, su ayuda es vital para satisfacer las necesidades actuales de los pobres y vulnerables de nuestra comunidad. 100% de su contribución a Caridades Católicas se mantiene dentro de nuestras comunidades. El año pasado Caridades Católicas prestaron servicios a más de 26.000 personas. Por favor oren por aquellos que más lo necesitan, y por favor planea dar tan generosamente tal como se les sea posible para "Proporcionar ayuda para Hoy y Esperanza para el Mañana". St. Bernard’s Parish Page Page109 SU PALABRA EN ESPAÑOL “Formación de Fe” Informes para los programas de Preparación de Primeras Comuniones y Confirmación: Registraciones: Tendremos otra registración de Formación de Fe, el 10 de junio. Si usted es un nuevo participante en el programa, tendrá que asistir a la reunión de orientación el 4 de junio para obtener la información y el paquete de inscripción. Usted no podrá completar la registración sin el paquete. Si usted es un participante actual que deseen volver a inscribirse en el segundo año del programa, debería haber recibido su paquete. Si no es así, comuníquese con el Director. Reunión de orientación @centro La Sagrada Familia: Miércoles, 4 de junio Español: 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Inglés: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Registración @ salón chico (Parroquia de San Bernardo) 10 de junio de 1:30 p.m.—6:30 p.m. SIGAMOS AL BUEN PASTOR (Cont’d) (Cont’d) “EL VATICANO” Las emociones se elevan al llegar la fecha de la Gala este año. La decoración esta excepcional; hemos traído al Vaticano a Tracy. Para aquellos que asistirán, van a ver personalmente la belleza del salón y si usted no asistirá, entonces usted podrá ver algo de la decoración durante todas las misas del domingo en el Centro de la Sagrada Familia el 18 de mayo. La rifa se llevará a cabo la noche de la Gala. Si se elije su boleto se le notificará por teléfono el día siguiente, o si asiste usted sabrá inmediatamente. Gracias a todos los que se ofrecieron a ayudar, donaron artículos para la subasta. Se necesita el esfuerzo de muchos para tener éxito ... tenemos gente tan buena aquí en nuestra Parroquia de San Bernardo quienes han dado tan libremente de sí mismos para el beneficio de los demás y por eso estamos muy agradecidos. El Sacramento de Reconciliación Jueves: 5:30 p.m. a 6:30 p.m. Sábado: 7:00 a.m. a 7:45 a.m. 3:30 p.m. a 4:45 p.m. A petición popular…. …….otro paseo en el autobús al Black Oak Casino!! Fecha: Martes, mayo 13 del 2014 El tono de alegría de los tres domingos pasados se ensombrece hoy. Las tres lecturas nos recuerdan el sufrimiento, la muerte y el pecado. Nosotros, igual que la audiencia de Pedro en la primera lectura, podemos preguntar, “¿Qué tenemos que hacer?” Y la respuesta es la misma: Tenemos que convertirnos. O, como Pedro dice en su primera carta, nos hemos extraviado como las ovejas perdidas y tenemos que regresar al pastor. En el Evangelio de hoy Jesús se describe a sí mismo como el pastor y sabemos que fue una de las primeras imágenes de Cristo en la Iglesia de los apóstoles. El pasaje de hoy continúa el tema más sombrío de las dos primeras lecturas. El peligro acecha y las ovejas necesitan protección. Podrían seguir un guía falso, podrían ser robadas o destruidas. Sólo con Jesús estarán a salvo. Sólo con Jesús lograremos la vida eterna. Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co. Costo: $25.00 Este evento apoya y recauda fondos para la construcción de nuestra Nueva Iglesia. Para mas informes, comuníquese con: Lynne Hemmingsen 835-0623 o la oficina de la Parroquia 835-4560. BODAS EN GRUPO ¿Han pensado en bendecir su unión con el Sacramento del Matrimonio? La Parroquia de San Bernardo esta promoviendo la celebración de unas bodas colectivas, para parejas conviviendo juntas y deseen recibir el Sacramento del Matrimonio. Para mas información por favor comuníquese con Remedios Barrera al (209) 835-4560 Ext. 188. St. Bernard’s Parish We Celebrate Our Confirmandi Spirit of wisdom and understanding, enlighten our minds to perceive the mysteries of the universe in relaƟon to eternity. Spirit of right judgment and courage, guide us and make us firm in our bapƟsmal decision to follow Jesus' way of love. Spirit of knowledge and reverence, help us to see the lasƟng value of jusƟce and mercy in our everyday dealings with one another. May we respect life as we work to solve problems of family and naƟon, economy and ecology. Spirit of God, spark our faith, hope and love into new acƟon each day. Fill our lives with wonder and awe in your presence which penetrates all creaƟon. Amen. Justine Abuso Lizbeth Aguilar Yocelyn Aguilar Jacky Alvarez Pricillia Alvarez Ramon Andrade Ryan Andrade Daniela Angel Miguel Angel Kristoffer Aquino Michelle Arroyo Kara Asuncion Julia Ballutay Michael Balogh Antonio Bares Michelle Barragan Jesus Barraza Elias Belloso Allison Beteta Parker Bonin Darwin Briseno Gillann Buena Marianne Buena Antonio Bugarin Guillermo Bugarin Ulloa Marilynn Bui Michelle Bui Karina Cabrera Johan Calderon Ashley Camacho Isabella Capri Crystal Cardenas Alex Carter Stephen Case Carly Castello Joshua Castillo Karl-Joaquin Castillo Arianna Castillo-Morgado Madison Castro Alissa Castro Omar Castro Christian Cayabyab Zelaya Ceja Beaney Cervantes Leslie Chavez Andrew Christensen Christian Cisneros Nathan Concepcion Tristan Concepcion Cecilia Contreras Ulices Contreras Christian Coronel Arianna Corpuz Giovany Cruz Isaiah Cruz Jonathan Cruz Mia Cruz Teresa Cruz Julissa Cruz-Olguin Jaime Cuellar Mateo DaSilva Meghan DaSilva David De Anda Jessica De Vera Cynthia Diaz Abel Dorado Anthony D'Souza Colton Duke Jesse Dutra Michelle Edina Chaztine Embucado Alexa Espinoza Gabriel Estrella Aaron Fider Jose Flores Jesus Flores Andrew Fontanilla Lizeth Franco Andrea Garcia Gabrielle Garcia Antonio Gigliotti Marco Gigliotti Lesly Godinez Marco Godinez Nicolas Gomez Samantha Gomez Eduardo Gonzalez Isabel Gonzalez Valeria Gonzalez-Larez Julia Gosiengfiao Samantha Guanzon Maria Guerrero Karina Guizar Marisela Gutierrez Janeth Guzman Jamie Halverson Bailey Henderson Cintya Hernandez Evelyn Hernandez Jessica Hernandez Maribel Hernandez Ryan Herrera Savannah Hinton Kristian Ibale Kristopher Ibale Karely Iribe Solian John Jacobson Lesley Jaime Inigo Jaque Maxine Jaque Estrellita Jimenez Clare Lawlor Sonia ledesma Joseph Lomas Jennifer Lopez Sophia Lorusso Lorenzo Lucero Dixon Ludden Francisco Maldonado Martha Maldonado St. Bernard’s Parish Rexella Managbanag Marck Mandujano Juan Marin Jacob Marquez Joshua Marquez Maximilian Marrs Luke Martin Felipe Martinez Daniel Miranda Daniel Monarrez Vanessa Mora Nikole Morales Andrew Moses Jesse Munoz Juan Murillo Patricia Murillo Alessandra Navas Charlene Nguyen Trinity Nguyen Luis Olmedo Ricardo Olvera Blake Ornellas Jonathan Orozco Isabella Ovalle Michaela Ovalle Joe Padilla-Nunez Marx John Pena Joshua Peralta Yarely Perez Hugo Picaso Vasquez Skyler Plascencia Carlos Plaza Liseth Plaza Luz Alondra Puentes Yadira Ramirez Cesar Ramos Jesus Renteria Gonzalo Rios Shively Rivera Vanessa Rivera Hugo Rodriguez Faith Roe Megan Roe Marisol Romero Maritza Romero Angel Romero Matthew Rosario Gloria Rosas Isidro Rosas-Cano Adrian Ruiz Enrique Ruiz Manuel Salas Jorge Salazar Karla Salazar Raul Salazar Sebastian Salinas Diana Sanchez Joshua Sanchez Osvaldo Sanchez Crystal Santa Elena Leila Santana Stephanie Segur John Paul Joaquin Seitz Leonel Serrano Sophia Serrano Biridiana Silva Jesus Silva Matthew Silva Daniel Silveira Mikala Slotnick Nicole Sotelo Juan Soto Brittney Sousa Humberto Suarez Diego Suarez Marco-Vincent Tejidor Navarro Tienda Aliyah Tijero Marco Tinoco Javier Topete Issac Torres Monique Trejo Gabriela Trujillo Hudson Tsang Luis Ureno Luis Valdez Raymond Valdivia Elvia Valdivia Alana Valenzuela Stephanie Valenzuela-Cortes Jonathan Valle LucyAna Valles Alexa Van Os Bryan Vasquez Ulysses Vasquez Andy Velazquez Mario Vieira Damian Villagran-Gonzalez Eduardo Villarreal Gabriella Villarreal Jered Wong Jesus Zapien Ariana Zarate A Prayer for Young Adults Gracious and Loving God, Help these young men and women to be a light for all the world to see, in all the places they live and work. Let their light shine for all peoples: for their families, for their church communiƟes, for their cultures and socieƟes, for the economic and poliƟcal systems, for the whole world. Coming into the room where the disciples were gathered aŌer the resurrecƟon, “Jesus, your son, said: ‘Peace be with you’” (Jn 20:21) Make these men and women bearers of Christ’s peace. Teach them the meaning of what was said on the mountain: “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons and daughters of God” (cf Mt 5:9) Send them, Father, as you sent your son: to free their brothers and sisters from fear and sin. We ask this of you, in Christ’s name. Amen. Asapted from the Papal Homily for World Youth Day 1995, Manila St. Bernard’s Parish Pastoral Council Chuck Tuso (Chairman) Louie Serrato (Vice-Chairman) Diane Traina (Secretary) ScoƩ Arganbright Nilma Cayetano BridgeƩ Madruga Chris MarƟn Rosa I Rodriguez Roberto Santos Terry Tennyson Lilia Vazquez 2014 Pastoral Council Candidates Elections will be held the weekend of May 17/18 during all Masses. Photos and information about the candidates are posted in the Vestibule & at the entrance of Holy Family Center. Jim Abell - My wife, her mom, and I moved to Tracy in November, 2012 after living in Johnsburg, Il. for 32 years. While in Johnsburg I was very active in our parish serving as a Eucharist Minister, School Board, Youth Ministry, Confirmation preparation, and many committees and ministries. Even before we arrived at St Bernard's, I was very excited to be coming here. When I heard St Bernard's had the Life Teen Program for high school students I was very happy. I could not wait to settle in and get involved. Once were here, it took a little longer to get moved in and settled than we thought, but we began getting acquainted with the ministries of St Bernard's. I am now an active Greeter, Eucharist Minister, Religious Ed. Teacher, and a member of the Youth Group. I have been so pleased to find all of the great activities and ministries such as Faith, Friends, and Cabernet and Faith on Tap. With our parish being the only one in Tracy and serving a population of over 80,000 there is a lot of work to do. I am excited to be a part of the future here and hope to be able to serve as we continue to grow and minister in this wonderful community. I am very excited about the prospect of moving forward with our Holy Family Center. With over 7,000 families currently on our census, with about 3,000 active, we have a lot of evangelizing to do. I want to be a part of this process and helping to grow St Bernard's. My name is Miguel Chao. I was born and raised in Tracy and returned 10 years ago with a family after college and my career took me to the Bay Area and Southern California for a number of years. I’ve had a 24 year long career with the Chevron Corporation in a variety of engineering, operations, and management roles including leading teams in the US and Latin America. My focus in life is my faith, my role as a husband, and my role as a father to two teenage sons. I have many friends and family within St. Bernard’s community which have supported and strengthened me in my journey as a Catholic and I have an interest in growing our catholic way of life for current and future generations. Service to our Parish community has been a focus for our family. My wife, Patricia, and I are Extraordinary Ministers of the Eucharist and my sons, Miguel and Roberto, are Altar Servers. In addition, Patricia and I have been involved in St. Bernard’s Pro-life Ministry. In the recent past, Patricia was privileged to serve both on the Pastoral Council and the Parent Teacher Club of St. Bernard’s School. As a member of the Knights of Columbus – Tracy Council, and its Financial Secretary up until recently, I have worked with many wonderful catholic men and their families to support our priests and to raise funds for local charities. I would be honored to continue my commitment to service if elected as a member of the Pastoral Council. St. Bernard’s Parish My name is Daisy Dabandan. My family and I have been members of our parish for 12 years. Being a Sr. Consulting Manager for Oracle Financials Systems is my day job. I, with my family, have had the privilege of serving in the music ministry at the 4pm Mass for the past 10 years. My husband and I are also active members and Household Leaders of “Couples for Christ” (CFC), a recognized ministry in our Parish and by the Pontifical Council for the Laity. We recently accepted the call to be Parent Coordinators for “Singles for Christ” in Central Valley. Our daughters serve as Cantor, Lector, and Eucharistic Minister. Our family carries within us a heart of service and deep love for our faith. We are grateful for the chance to bring to the parish, Scott Hahn’s Bible Study Series, which is open to all parishioners. The call to serve on the Parish Council is indeed humbling. I hope and pray I will provide valuable insight in the collaborative work to which the entire parish is called. I hope to fulfill my specific role to best serve the life, ministry, and operation of the parish. Thank you and God bless. My name is Alberto Estudillo, I have been married to my wife Lorena for 13 years. We have 3 wonderful children: Bryan, 11; Brandon, 9; and Kimberly, 6. Currently I am the coordinator for the Lectors of the Spanish Masses and along with my wife, members of the Spanish Marriage Preparation Team (PreCana). My wife and I became Lectors approximately 7 years ago and have been involved in Spanish Marriage Preparation for the last 2 1/2 years. Our children have loved being a part of the Parish’s Faith Formation Program. Thank you for your consideration. May the Lord Bless You. My name is Randy Pineda. I have lived in Tracy and have been a part of St. Bernard’s Parish since 2006. I’m married to Rubee and we have three children. Our whole family serves in parish choirs, singing or playing musical instruments. We’re members of Couples for Christ (CFC), a family ministry that focuses on evangelization. My wife and I are the coordinators for CFC-Youth for the whole Central Valley. We currently have over 100 teens from Tracy, Mountain House, Lathrop, Manteca, Stockton, and Modesto. Our mission at CFC-Youth is, “Young People Being and Bringing Christ Wherever They Are”. We help them deepen their faith and relationship with Jesus Christ so they can share it with others. If elected, it would be an honor to serve the parish as a member of the Pastoral Council. My name is Jeff Ramsey, I have been married to my wife, Kim, for 33 years. I have 3 adult sons and five grandchildren. I retired from The Alameda County Fire Department in 2009 after 32 years. I was baptized here at St. Bernard’s at the Easter Vigil in 1991. All three of our sons attended St. Bernard’s School. Currently I volunteer at Tracy Interfaith Ministries and I am a Eucharistic Minister. I have a very deep love for our Lord and in as much a very deep commitment to the Parish of St. Bernard’s and St. Bernard’s School. Thank you for your consideration to represent you on the Pastoral Council. My name is Debbie Rinaldo and I have been blessed with parents who instilled the importance of faith in me from day one. I've had the pleasure of growing up as a member of the St. Bernard's Church since the age of two. And now, as a mom of two girls attending St. Bernard's School, my husband, Jimmy, and I are proud to instill the gift of faith in our daughters. Professionally, I'm a Community Outreach Coordinator for a local hospital. My skills of working collaboratively with others to address community health concerns will support the Pastoral Council's effort in enhancing the spiritual health of our St. Bernard's Family. It would be a privilege to give to the glory of God through the Council's work and support our wonderful parish and all the future generations of parishioners to come. Thank you for your consideration and God bless.