Bulletin June 12th, 2016 - St Dominic`s Catholic Church Benicia, CA

Dominicans & Deacons
Fr. Jerome Cudden, O.P. Pastor
Fr. Corwin Low, O.P. Parochial Vicar
Fr. David Farrugia, O.P. (In Residence)
Deacon Errol Kissinger
Deacon John Flanagan (Retired)
Schedule of Masses
Weekdays:
Saturday:
Saturday:
Sunday:
7:00AM, 8:15AM
8:15AM only
Vigil Mass 5:30PM
7:30AM, 9:00AM, 10:45AM,
12:30PM (English/Spanish),
5:30PM (Youth)
1st Sunday of Month: 3PM (Vietnamese)
"Your faith has saved you; go in
peace."
Intentions for the Week
Mon 6/13
Tues 6/14
Wed 6/15
Thurs 6/16
Friday 6/17
Sat 6/18
7:00AM †Bernardo Bayudan
8:15AM †Juliana Mercado Reyes
7:00AM †Avelina Lauder
8:15AM †Pat Little
7:00AM †Fauto Folquer
8:15AM †Peggy Reilly
7:00AM Mr. & Mrs. Sisini (T)
8:15AM Fr. Paul Bang (Hyo Ik ) (T)
7:00AM †William Earp, Sr.
8:15AM †Burt & Gwen Strickley
8:15AM †Leonardo Delgado
5:30PM †Paul Haban
All Mass Intentions on
Sunday June, 19th (Father’s Day)
will be for the dads in our community.
St. Dominic’s
Catholic Church
Benicia
Eleventh Sunday in
Ordinary Time
June 12th, 2016
Today’s Readings:
2 Sm 12:7-10, 13
Gal 2:16, 19-21
Luke 7:36-8:3
Legend: († ) Memorial (H) Health
(A) Anniversary (B) Birthday (T) Thanksgiving
475 East I Street - Benicia, CA 94510 (707) 747-7220 www.stdombenicia.org @STDOMBENICIA
Good News Reflection
Parish Events
What it means to be justified
Have you ever thought about how sins are forgiven? How do we go
from sinful to justified? Think of the word "justified" as "made to be
just and fair". Because we have sometimes been unjust in our
dealings with others, Jesus, the Perfectly Just One, took our sins to
the cross. The injustices died with him there.
Grief Support Series, Week 2
Saturday, June 11th, 11AM
In the Aquinas Room
Justice is a legal word. But as this Sunday's second reading points
out, it's not the law that forgives us; we're not justified (i.e., we don't
become fair, loving and just) by the law but through faith in Christ,
"for if justification comes through the law, then Christ died for
nothing."
Cave Quest VBS (Sonshine Summer)
June 20-24th, 8:45AM– Noon
In the Parish Hall
Jesus explains it in this Sunday's Gospel reading. The sinful woman
who bathed Jesus with her tears was forgiven, changed and justified
through her great love for him. Love is what breaks us away from the
power of sin. Love is what makes us behave justly. Any of us who
genuinely want to be loving but sin anyway are usually unaware, at
that moment, that our behavior is hurting anyone. We don't sin out of
deliberate malice, yet we have behaved unjustly. We sin because we
take our eyes off of Jesus. We're reacting to current or past stimuli
that's tempting us to behave unjustly. But if we pause long enough to
pray and reconnect to Jesus, we can take control. We can choose to
act in love.
When we make love our highest priority, temptations lose their
power. Caring about others distracts us from the stimuli that causes
our sinful reactions. And as soon as we discover that we've caused
pain through sin, we're motivated by love to undo the damage as
best we can. We enter into the justice of God. When we love others
as Jesus loves them, our faith has become our salvation. As it was
for the woman in the Gospel, Jesus says to us: "Now you can go in
peace."
Questions for Personal Reflection:
Recall an unloving behavior or attitude you had recently. What were
you reacting to? Dig deeper. What's the root of that reaction? For
example: Did anyone hurt you the same way? Forgive him/her. Are
you afraid? Trust God instead. If necessary, talk to a priest or family
counselor to help you identify the root cause. The truth will set you
free to love as Jesus
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loves!
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Questions for Family
Knights of Columbus
& Community Faith
Student Scholarship
Sharing:
Recipients for 2016
Tell the story of a sin
you overcame more
The Knight’s proudly present this year’s
than a year ago. What
scholarships to the following recipients
did you do to overcome
its control of you? How St. Dominic School 8th Grade Graduates:
did the love of Jesus
empower you?
Grace Hatfield - daughter of Angie & Josh
$750 tuition to Carondelet HS
© 2016 Terry Modica,
Matthew Thompson - son of Jessica & Kent
Catholic Digital Resources,
www.catholicdr.com. Printed $750 tuition to St. Patrick-St. Vincent HS
Peter Cooley - son of Anne & Michael
by permission.
To view or subscribe to daily $750 tuition to St. Patrick-St. Vincent HS
Good News Reflections, visit
Council Knight Student Awards:
www.gnm.org.
Happy Father’s Day
Sunday, June 19th, 2016
Doors of Mercy, Week 1
Friday, June 24th, 7PM
In the Siena Room
The Bible and The Virgin Mary Class
Monday July 11, 6:30PM
In The Siena Room
Special Series on Aging: Memory & Dementia
Friday, June 17th, 6:30-8PM
In the Parish Hall
RCIA, New Class Introductory Meeting
Wednesday, June 22nd & 29th, 7-8PM
In the Mary Magdalene Room
New Series: The Bible and The Virgin Mary
Mondays, July 11th, 6:30PM
In the Siena Room
Mass on the Grass 2016
Celebrating the 800th Dominican Jubilee
Sunday, August 7th, 9:30AM
Benicia Community Park
Fr. Corwin’s Chant Camp for Kids
August 8-12th
Find Event Details in Parish Bulletin or Online
Nolan Fey - son of PGK Duane & Lady Tricia
- Freshman, St. Pat-St. Vin HS - $500
Collin Samansky - son of Michael &
Rochelle
- 8th Gr. Graduate - St. Dominic School $400
Sophia Gaspar Roth - daughter of Scott &
Marigel Gaspar- 5th Gr - Joe Henderson
Elementary - $300
CONGRATULATIONS to all of these fine
students who have demonstrated the ideals
of learning, behavior and school spirit
espoused by the Knights.
And THANK YOU to all of you parishioners
for your financial support through our
Breakfasts for making all of this possible!
Eucharistic Ministers
Confirmation & Teens
The body of Christ needs you
to be an Extraordinary
Minister of Holy Communion.
Please pray for guidance from
the Holy Spirit to be open to
this rewarding ministry serving
the precious Body and Blood of
our Lord to your fellow
parishioners.
YR I Confirmation Registration:
Registration for YR I Confirmation
for the 2016-17 school year is now
open. Please contact Lisa Toomey
in the Office of Faith Formation for
registration information. Teens need
to be in the 8th grade or older to
begin preparing for the Sacrament of
Confirmation.
Training only takes one hour. Contact the Parish Office
and JoAnn Talken will coordinate training.
Please contact Jo Ann Talken at 553-8084 for more
information.
Prayer Hike Challenge with Fr. Jerome:
Join Fr. Jerome for a (non-strenuous) prayer hike on
Wednesday, June 29th from
10:00AM-4:00PM.
We will carpool to the Marin
Headlands for the prayer hike
which will be followed by a picnic
lunch. Registration deadline:
Friday, June 24th.
Our LifeTouch Family Directories are
here!
Participating families
can pick up their free
copy of the new photo
book in the Parish
Office. Thanks to
everyone that helped
make this possible.
For more information or to
register for the above
opportunities, please contact Lisa
in the Office of Faith Formation at
[email protected] or at 707-335-4697.
St. Vincent de Paul
Check out our new Facebook Page!
http://www.facebook.com/svdpbenicia
Doors of Mercy: Exploring God’s Covenant with You
Join us! For only the fourth time in Church history, the
Pope has declared an Extraordinary Jubilee Year. And
the focus? Mercy.
Learn to give and receive forgiveness, to forgive
others, to forgive yourself. We invite you to join us as
we participate in a parish wide program, Doors of
Mercy. This is not a bible study, there is no written
homework, just eight simple sessions that will allow you
to experience God’s hope, healing and loving mercy in
this once-in-a-lifetime program.
Meeting are 7:00-8:30PM in the Siena Room
on the following dates:
Friday, June 24th
Friday, July 8th & 22nd
Friday, August, 5th & 19th
Friday, September 16th & 30th
Email Steve Williams at [email protected] for
additional details and to get registered.
*This class counts towards SDS
catechism hours for stewardship.
Keep in touch and get informed about our meeting
times, programs, and service opportunities.
Please Help Stock the Pantry
Please continue to help stock our pantry this spring and
summer. We are always in need of paper
towels, and food items: peanut butter,
jelly, Hamburger Helper, Tuna Helper,
pasta mixes, cereal, mayonnaise and
tuna. Thank you.
If you are in need of food or assistance
with rent, temporary living arrangements and/or utilities,
please call the SVdP Food Pantry at 707-746-1773 and
leave a message.
*This course counts
toward SDS Catechism
Hours for 2016/2017
School Year. Bring Your
Paperwork to be signed
by Leader
SDS Graduation: Class of 2016 Blasts Off
We thank the Parish for all of their love and support of our students and
for playing such an integral role in our community.
Worship Updates
The Music Ministry is in great
need of an upright piano. If
you have an instrument and
no longer use it or want it.
Call or e-mail Francisco Ortiz,
St. Dominic’s Music Director
at [email protected].
5:30PM Saturday Night Choir
Looking for Talent!
The 5:30PM Saturday Music Group is looking for
volunteer musicians and singers to join our contemporary
liturgical music ministry.
We are especially in need of guitarists to add to our
accompaniment team. As long as you can play, or sing,
well-enough without further instruction, you're most
welcome to join us in singing God's praises.
Looking to switch schools?
Do you feel like your child
isn’t getting what they
need from their current
school? Ready to try
something different?
Join us at St. Dominic
School next year!
We have a few spots
open in several grade levels and our community
makes all the difference!
It is our mission to help each student achieve success
every year. We want to make Catholic education
achievable for any St. Dominic parish family, so we
invite you to meet with Katie Perata and discuss your
family’s needs for the next school year. It’s not too late!
Download Top 10 Things You Didn’t Know About
SDS Students and watch a video about student life
created by SDS student Kiana McDonald!
Grief Series Begins
Understanding Grief and Getting Help
If you, or someone that you love, is grieving a loss, we
want to offer support for the journey. Our 7-week series
is highly respected throughout Solano County, led by
trained facilitators for peer-to-peer support on the seven
stages of grief.
Saturdays, June 4th– July 17th at 11AM in the
Aquinas Room
Ministry Center at St. Dominic’s.
For more information contact Joanne Flanagan.
707-747-9416 or email [email protected]
http://www.stdombenicia.org/st-dominic-catholicschool/
Contact Katie Perata, at our school office at
(707) 745-1266 to schedule a tour and learn more or
visit us at sdbenicia.org.
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Practices are every Wednesday, 7:30PM-8:30PM, in the
church. See one of our group members after Saturday
Mass to find out more.
http://www.stdombenicia.org/gathering/kids-camps-and-events/
St. Dominic’s Educational
Series on Aging
Memory & Dementia
Maria Nina Gonzales, MD
June 17th, 2016
6:30PM-8:00PM in the
Parish Hall
What is memory? What are the types of memory
changes? This workshop provides a brief overview
of the cognitive function of memory, age-related
memory changes, mild impairment, dementia and
life care planning.
Maria Nina Gonzales, MD is a Neurologist practicing at
Kaiser Permanente in Vallejo. Dr. Gonzalez completed
her medical education at the University of East Medical
Center, Phillipines. Dr. Gonzalez completed her
internship and residency at the University of
Massachusetts School of Medicine, MA, and fellowship
at St. Vincent Hospital at Worcester Medical Center,
Worcester, MA. Dr. Gonzalez holds board certifications
in Neurology and Sleep Medicine from the American
Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
Sacrament Prep
Reconciliation: Saturdays at 4:00-5:00PM in the church
or by appointment.
Adult Baptism, Confirmation, Anointing of the Sick,
Communion Calls: Please call the Parish Office.
Marriage: Please call 12 months in advance; family
must be registered parishioners.
Children’s Sacraments: We encourage parents to
inquire about Baptism and attend two classes (offered
monthly) before the
birth of a child.
Children at St.
Dominic's are
enjoying the
Liturgy of the
Word for Children;
so much so, we are in need of more adult volunteers. All
leaders are volunteers from our parish and we are
always looking to expand our team.
For Baptism & First Eucharist scheduling or to assist
with CLOW contact Debi Thurin at 707-335-4688 or
email her at [email protected].
Perpetual Eucharistic
Adoration
Spend time in the Blessed Sacrament where Our Lord
is Truly Present. Pray and listen. It pleases Him to
see you.
Perpetual Adoration Hours:
Open to the public from 7AM to 8PM daily, the rest of
the hours are by scheduled assignment. The small
adoration chapel is located next to the Church in front
of the ministry center.
If you are interested in joining the dedicated group of
perpetual Eucharistic adorers or have questions about
adoration, please call Shirley Cortez @ 208-2004 or
Joji Holzwarth @ 704-8779.
The Dominican Sisters will be leaving Vallejo
at the end of June.
You are all invited to a
Farewell Mass at
St. Vincent Ferrer Church
in Vallejo
June 26th, at 10AM
Reception Immediately Following.
Adult Confirmation
Begins this Summer!
Each year, Bishop Jaime Soto extends an opportunity to
receive the Sacrament of Confirmation to practicing, adult
Catholics of the Diocese of Sacramento, who have
received religious instruction, but for various reasons
were never confirmed.
The next celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation
will take place on Saturday, November 5, 2016, at St.
Mary's Church in Vacaville.
This opportunity is presented for those informed, adult
Catholics, who practice their faith in the parish
community. Because it is appropriate that each parish
offer formation for those who wish to be confirmed,
classes will begin in late September.
For further information, please contact Deacon Errol
Kissinger at (707) 335-4674 or
[email protected].
Classes will convene for six consecutive Sundays
beginning September 25 and end October 30, 2016.
Classes will be held 2:00-3:30PM in the Mary Magdalene
Room of the Ministry Center.
To participate the candidate must be a baptized Catholic,
who has received catechetical instruction at least up to
receiving the Eucharist (First Communion), be either
unmarried or in a marriage recognized as valid by the
Catholic Church, have a recent copy of their Baptismal
Certificate issued within the past 6 months, and have a
Confirmation sponsor who must be a confirmed,
practicing Catholic and at least 16 years of age.
VBS Donations Needed!
Vacation Bible Camp/
Sonshine Summer Needs
Donations!
Set up begins this week and
we are looking for the following
items to help us decorate the
Parish Hall in a CaveQuest
theme:
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Tarps
Projector Lights or “Star
Shower” As seen on TV
Christmas Lights (Clear)
Dome Tents
Cellophane
Butcher Paper– Black or
Tan
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Spray Paints (black, grey,
purple, green)
Empty Rolls from
wrapping paper or
butcher paper
Packing Tape
Spray Foam
Styrofoam Sheets
For questions, or to learn how you can help volunteer as
an adult, please Email Deacon Errol at
[email protected].
Please pray for the recovery of the sick listed
in our Book of Intentions and the
following:
PARISH OFFICE
www.stdombenicia.org
(707) 747-7220
Pastor
Fr. Jerome Cudden, O.P
[email protected]
Parochial Vicar
Fr. Corwin Low, O.P.
[email protected]
Business Manager
Teresa Stone
[email protected]
Music Director
Francisco Ortiz
[email protected]
Communications
Erin Jacobs
[email protected]
Bookkeeper
Lori Telepak-Compton
[email protected]
Secretary
Alisa Aquino,
[email protected]
OFFICE OF FAITH FORMATION
(707) 747-7240
Director of RE
Deacon Errol Kissinger
707-335-4674
Admin. Assistant
Joy Urbina
707-747-7240
Teen Confirmation
& Special Liturgies
Lisa Toomey
707-335-4697
Children’s Sacraments Debi Thurin
707-335-4688
ST. DOMINIC’S YOUTH GROUP (SDYG)
www.sdyg.wordpress.com
(707) 747-7220
Youth Minister
Joe Lucero
[email protected]
All Ministry Contact list is available in the
Parish Office.
ST. DOMINIC SCHOOL
www.sdbenicia.org
(707) 745-1266
Lisa Bowen
Terry Irwin
The Pines Family
Ron Pearman
Fr. Jim Cassin
Siu Ming Lau
Thom Clark
Glenn Bliss
Maura Yanner
Johanna Abrera
Lonnie Stone
Doris Seitz
Jim Schafer
Rick Keller
Gia Quinn
Glenys Hewitt
Nellie Morgado
Ramond Davena
Dawn Altobell
Dorothy Szabo
Daniel Cooper
Charlie Gallagher
Amy Smith
Ann Hansen
Cyndi and Dan Wolke
Please remember the following
recently deceased parishioners (and their families) in your
prayers:
Sr. Lucille Shea, O.P. ,
Fr. Victor Cavalli, O.P.,
Diane Garcia, Millard Oracoy,
Esther Preciado, Lawrence Gunn, Sr.,
Pat Scafa, Patricia Swan, Jan Tobias,
Augusto Hocson, Harriet “Patty” Little,
William “Bill” Earp, Sr., Lee Ann Darwood, Richard Lucas
*sick and remembrances will be listed for a period of 3 months
PARISH OFFICE HOURS
Katie Perata, [email protected]
Closed
ST. DOMINIC PRESCHOOL (707) 745-4430
Tuesday-Friday:
Saturday:
Sunday:
Principal
Director
Carolyn McKay
Susan Furey
Henderson Family
Leroy Howell
Bernice Clark
Aurora Bareng
Brian Smith
Fr. Kenneth Brown
Cristina O’Brien
Branson David King
Jack Curran
Michelle Christle
Matthew Bidou
Monica Jaime
Tom Mitchell
Gladys Haddad
Al Rohleder
Jeff Mues
Mili McDermott
Scott Dziuban
Mary Carbullido-Anderson
Charlie White
Pete Raine
Scott Reeder
James Werder
Mondays
9AM-12PM, 1PM-4PM
10AM-1PM
8:30AM-1PM
Tanya Sanchez, [email protected]
In case of a priestly emergency after hours, call
707-747-7220 , listen to recording and connect directly with
a priest.
Please patronize the following businesses owned by members of our parish community.
Their contributions each week underwrite our Parish Bulletin. Thank you!
All About Beauty Spa - Leonora
Organic Skin Care & Eyelash Extensions
(707) 747-1471 Call or Text
James M. McVeigh
Certified Public Accountant
707-746-5604
Richard Joyce, O.D. Optometrist
Exams, Glasses, Contacts
874 Southampton Rd. 707-745-6266
A & S Chem Dry 707-748-7726
Anthony & Shelly Trevino
Serving St. Dominic’s Parish for 18 years!
Kindred Spirits Pet/HouseSitting
Dorothy Doscher
707-334-3776
Rick Brown Construction
All Phases Home Remodel
707-746-8596 707-246-9975
ATS Tax & Financial Solutions Tax
Angels to your rescue! Returns/ QB
707-745-1040
Kristine Passalacqua
Studio of Interior Design
StudioOfInteriorDesign.com 707-746-7123
Sac’s Tasty Hot Dogs
George & Karolyn Maichel
2445 Springs Rd, VJO 707-642-2442
Affordable Quality Cabinets
Allan Lemone, Sales and Installation
707-745-2100
Law Offices of Randal M. Barnum
Employment, Personal Injury Litigation
707-745-3747
Shutters and More
Bill Simpson, Parishioner
707-746-8187
BarocciMotorGroup.com
Luxury Lease Returns, Tony & Rita Nino
510-235-1500
Law Offices of Thomas R. Healy
Wills/Trusts/Estate Planning/
General Practice 707-553-7360
George Schandelmier Landscaping
707-554-2722
georgeschandelmierjrlandscaping.com
Buddahful Salon
Amy Pappas, Owner/Stylist
814 First St., 707-745-4409
Law Offices Robert A. Schroth
Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning
707-745-0130
Smitten Flowers
Fresh flowers, free local delivery!
www.smittenflowers.com 707-722-7516
Care Network, LLC
Home Care Services/Placement Referral
707-747-2720 / Carmen Haban
Mr. Lawn Garden Service
Landscaping, Maintenance and Installation
707-747-5273
Spiritual Direction, Katrina Cooper
707-748-7581 Parishioner
Trained at Bread of Life in Sacramento
Crane Station, Inc.
Rex Sevilla–Crane and Electrical Services
800-891-3888
Napoli Pizza and Pasta
Chris & Lisa Guerrera- Owners
707-746-8906 www.napolibenicia.com
T&T Electric – Tim Wade
Residential & Commercial
707-315-8285
Eagle Vines Realty-American Canyon
Ron Banasik Broker/Owner (707) 373-3139
Lisa Guerrera Agent (707) 333-9656
Old Capital Lockshop
Automotive Lock Specialist
707-746-Keys (5397)
Tuolumne Street Auto Repair
John McLaughlin, Parishioner
707-648-3434
Falkner Construction & Painting
(707)-853-1038
www.falknerconstruction.com
Olson Realty, Inc.
Kathleen McInerney Olson/Broker
707-745-3602
Up2Code Plumbing
Owner Mike Pitta - 24 hour service
707-751-1714
Fregosi & Co. Paints– Mike Fregosi
Concord, CA
925-609-9925
Passalacqua Funeral Chapel
707-745-3130
Vincent R. Maher, Attorney at Law
724 Texas Street, Fairfield, CA 94533
Tel: 707-427-2800 / Fax: 707-427-2220
Furniture Service & Repair
Charlie H. White, Design/Shopworking
707-746-0169
Reyes Electric Co. & Design LIC#32877
Residential/ Commercial
707-747-6818
Warring & Assoc. Realtors
Bill/Diane Brokers/Owners
829 First St. 707-746-6990
Gavin/Schreiner Insurance , Tom Gavin
Chartered Financial Consultant
707-745-5626
For advertising opportunities here e-mail [email protected]
Hamann Real Estate 513 First Street
Tim and Jeannie Hamann/Broker-Owners
707-747-9300
If you are a ministry leader or organization that would like to promote a church
event or catholic charity in the bulletin please submit your request online at…
John Passalacqua/Greg Silva, Directors
BULLETIN SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
HTTP://WWW.STDOMBENICIA.ORG/BULLETIN-SUBMISSIONS/
Deadlines for submission are the Friday, one full week, before the Sunday you
would like a promotion to run. All submissions are pending Pastor Approval.
For questions email [email protected]
475 East I Street - Benicia, CA 94510 - Tel. (707) 747-7220 - Fax. (707) 745-5642 www.stdombenicia.org