St. Dominic`s Catholic Church, Benicia

St. Dominic’s
Catholic Church,
Benicia
Fifteenth Sunday
of Ordinary Time
July 10th, 2016
Today’s Readings:
DT 30:10-14
Col 1:15-20
Luke 10:25-37
Intentions for the Week
Mon 7/11
Tues 7/12
Wed 7/13
Thurs 7/14
Friday 7/15
Sat 7/16
Sun 7/17
7:00AM †Long Vo
8:15AM †Maryluice Clare
7:00AM †Anthony Kownacki
8:15AM George Reynolds (B)
7:00AM †Robert Wischer
8:15AM Deacon Errol Kissinger (B)
7:00AM †Dolly Kownacki
8:15AM Harris & Consuelo Ingle (A)
7:00AM †Bonifacio & Carmen Torres
8:15AM Elena Sanchez (B)
8:15AM †Jesus Quenga
5:30PM For the People of the Parish
7:30AM For the Roman Pontiff
9:00AM Symantha Telepak-Compton (B)
10:45AM †William Earp, Sr.
12:30PM †Javier Quiroz
5:30PM †Alex Rubang
Legend: († ) Memorial (H) Health
(A) Anniversary (B) Birthday (T) Thanksgiving
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)
Parish Office Hours
Closed Mondays
Tuesday-Friday:
Saturday:
Sunday:
9AM-12PM, 1PM-4PM
10AM-1PM
8:30AM-1PM
In case of a priestly emergency after hours,
call 707-747-7220 , listen to recording and
connect directly with a priest.
475 East I Street - Benicia, CA 94510 (707) 747-7220 www.stdombenicia.org @STDOMBENICIA
Pastor’s Corner
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
On Thursday, July 28th you are invited to a cruise and lunch with
Fr. Jerome. We will leave St. Dominic’s at 9:30AM and drive to
the Vallejo ferry station. The ferry is first come first serve, so we
must line up early. Our ferry departs at 10:30AM from Vallejo and
heads to the ferry building in San Francisco. Then we will take the
“F” trolley to Pier 39. Once at the Pier we will lunch and take in
the sights. Because we are not asking for sign ups or prepayment
having all of us try to eat at the same restaurant and the same
table will be impossible. As such, for lunch we will break into
smaller groups. This is a nice opportunity to get to know someone
you might not know at our parish. The return ferry departs at
3:30PM from Pier 39. Again, it is first come first serve, so we will
want to be at the ferry by 2:45PM. Please budget $29.85 for an
adult and $16.05 for seniors for transportation costs. Tickets will
be purchased by individuals. Price does not include lunch. Due
to legalities, children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by
their parent. So I have an idea of who is coming, please RSVP to
[email protected].
After last week's bulletin went to print, another $5,500 was
received as dedicated gifts towards our Closing the Gap
campaign. In addition, last weekend’s collection was above
average. This means we raised $45,000 of our $47,000
goal! Since some of your gifts were deposited in the new fiscal
year they are not reflected in the Financial Report in the lower
right hand corner of this page. Thank you again for all your
support for our parish.
Just as a clarification to last week’s homily regarding Mass attire,
casual dress is still acceptable for Mass here at St. Dominic’s.
However, we ask for increased discretion for all family members
and please reserve short shorts/skirts, bare shoulders or tight
fitted clothing for recreational activities.
God bless you,
Fr. Jerome
Announcements
Chant Camp– Where Kids Learn to Sing Catholic
Prayers, August 8-12th. Registration is Open Now! We
are actively looking for Parent Volunteers to get involved in
this special event and help plan the pizza night. Please
email [email protected].
Stations of the Cross Now Every Friday Afternoon!
The Seven Sorrows Rosary Group, which meets weekdays
at 3:30PM in the Church to pray the Rosary are adding the
Stations of the Cross to their prayers on Fridays, except
during Lent. If a conflict arises with another group’s event in
the church on a particular Friday they will begin with the
Stations of the Cross and then complete their Seven
Sorrows Rosary in the Siena Room. Join us for the way of
the cross!
Our LifeTouch Family Directories Are Here! Participating
families can pick up their FREE copy of the new photo book
in the Parish Office.
Parish Events
New Series: The Bible and The Virgin Mary
Mondays, July 11th, 6:30PM
In the Siena Room
RCIA, New Class Introductory Meeting
Tuesday, July 19th, 7-8PM
In the Mary Magdalene Room
Doors of Mercy, Session 3 of 6
Friday, July 22nd, 7PM
In the Siena Room
Day on the Bay with Fr. Jerome
Thursday, July 28th, 2016
Details to come
World Youth Day
Sunday, July 31st
Trinity Pines Retreat Center
SDYG Teen Gym Night
Sunday, July 31st, 7-10PM
At the City Gym
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
Registration Open Online
St. Dominic School Back in Session
Monday, August 15th 8:00AM
Youth Pizza/Movie Night
Friday, August 19th, 6-10PM
In the Parish Hall
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Registration is now open online!
http://www.stdombenicia.org/gathering/kids-camps-andevents/
Kids receive interactive instruction all week by Fr. Corwin
Low, O.P. and Mary Ann Carr Wilson, a trained music
teacher and all conclude the week with a special Vigil
Mass performance on Friday, August12th at 7PM
followed by a Pizza and Ice Cream social.
Confirmation &
Teen Events This Summer
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.
Save These Dates for Fun Social Events for Teens
this Summer:
July 27th- St. Dominic's ~ San Francisco Church Tour*
July 31st– Gym Night from 7-10PM at Benicia City Gym
Aug. 19th– Pizza/Movie Night 6-10PM Parish Hall
Sept. 17th– Coastal Cleanup in Benicia
Oct. 1– Leadership Children’s Festival
*St. Dominic’s Benicia teens are invited to participate in
a tour of St. Dominic's Parish in San Francisco followed
by a picnic lunch on Wednesday, July 27th from 10am3pm. Please contact the Office of Faith Formation at
335-4697 for more information and/or to register for this
event.
Mass on the Grass
Mark your calendar for Sunday, August 7th, Annual
Mass on the Grass.
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, July 8th & 22nd
Friday, August, 5th & 19th
Friday, September 2nd
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.
The celebration will
begin with praise and
worship at 9:30am,
followed by Mass at
10am and lunch at
11:30am. Please
remember to bring a
lawn chair, umbrella or a
pop up tent, sunscreen, and your appetite! Also a
dessert or side dish to share at your table.
Please note: The regularly scheduled 9:00AM,
10:45AM, and 12:30PM Masses will not take place on
August 7th.
Commemorative T-Shirts: Mass on the Grass t-shirts
will be sold after each Mass the last two weekends in
July. This year’s shirt will commemorate the Jubilee 800
of the Order of the Preachers.
Golf Carts Needed! Each year, parishioners who need
a ride from the parking lot to the grass area have been
offered a shuttle service at the park. If you have a golf
cart that you are able to share on August 7th, please
contact Lisa Toomey at 335-4697. Thank you for
considering assisting with this service!
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 25th and end October 30th, 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.
St. Vincent de Paul
Check out our new Facebook
Page!
http://www.facebook.com/
svdpbenicia
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.
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].
New Series on Mary
The Bible and the Virgin Mary, A Six-Part Series
Mondays,
July 11-Aug 15, 2016
6:30PM-8:30PM
In the Siena Room
The Bible and the Virgin Mary is
a dynamic six-part video series
that beautifully explains the
Catholic truths about Our Lady
showing how she has been a
part of God’s plan to bring
salvation to the world since the
beginning of time. In addition to
explanation of dogmas, answers to common objections,
and demonstration of Mary’s presence in the Old and
New Testaments, this study discusses Churchapproved Marian apparitions that play an important role
in Catholic Tradition. It’s sure to help Catholics and nonCatholics alike grow in an understanding and
appreciation of the Mother of God.
Coursework includes readings from Scripture, the
Catechism of the Catholic Church, and Hail Holy Queen
by Dr. Scott Hahn, the book upon which this course is
based. The book Hail Holy Queen should be purchased
by participants in advance of the course and is available
at your local bookstore or online sources and is the only
cost to participants in the series.
This course counts toward SDS Catechism Hours for 2016/2017
School Year. Bring Your Paperwork to be signed by Leader
Rosary Confraternity
You are invited to join in the mission of the Dominican
Order by joining the Confraternity of the Holy Rosary.
The Dominican Order has been praying this “sword of
justice” for centuries, imitating Mary by contemplating
the life of Mary’s Son.
http://www.rosary-center.org/nroscon.htm
Please Come
Adore Him
"O marvelous Sacrament! How can I
find words to praise you! You are the
life of the soul, the medicament
healing our wounds, our comforter
when we are overburdened, the
memorial of Jesus Christ, the proof
of his love, the most precious
precept of his testament, our
companion in the pilgrimage of life,
the joy sustaining us in our exile, the
burning coal kindling the fire of
divine love, the instrument of grace, the pledge of
eternal bliss and the treasure of Christians,"
Louis of Granada (1505-1588)
CURRENT ADORATION NEEDS:
5 AM TUESDAY (Weekly)
Call Dennis Hirth @ 747-9609
5 AM WEDNESDAY (Weekly)
Call Dennis Hirth @ 747-9609
2 PM THURSDAY (Weekly)
Call Maggie Ruszel @ 747-0734
4 PM THURSDAY
(Weekly or alternating weeks)
Call Maria Brule @ 745-1032
Perpetual Adoration Hours:
Open to the public 7 AM to 8 PM daily (the rest of the
hours are by scheduled assignment) located in the
Adoration Chapel next to the Church.
If you are interested in becoming a Eucharistic adorer
(assigned or substitute) or have questions about
adoration, please call Shirley Cortez @ 208-2004 or Joji
Holzwarth @ 704-8779.
Eucharistic Ministers of
Holy Communion
The body of Christ needs you as 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.
Training only takes one hour.
Contact the Parish Office and JoAnn Talken will
coordinate training at 553-8084 for more information.
Good News Reflection:
15th Sunday in Ordinary Time
July 10th, 2016.
Deuteronomy30:10-14
Ps 69:14,17,30-31,33-34,36-37 or Ps 19:8-11
Colossians 1:15-20
Luke 10:25-37
Enough love to heal the world
The opposite of love is not hate. It's apathy: ignoring
a need, not caring, and doing nothing when there is
something we can do to relieve suffering. In this
Sunday's Gospel reading, Jesus gives us the
Parable of the Good Samaritan to explain that if we
Homeless Jesus statue. Credit: Matt Hadro/CNA.
love God with our whole heart, our whole being, our
The bronze statues, created by sculptor Tim
whole strength, and our whole mind, we naturally
Schmalz, depicts Jesus as a homeless man lying
care about other people, even those who are strangers, even
on a park bench, covered in a blanket, with the
those whom we're "not supposed to" like, and even when it
crucifixion wounds on his feet.
costs us something personally.
Many of the problems that exist in our world today are allowed
to continue because too many of us Christians -- we who through Christ have the power to change the world -do not care enough to sacrifice our time and personal agendas to get involved. Much of the suffering that's
endured in our families and workplaces and parishes would be stopped or relieved if enough Christians loved
God enough to care about others enough to risk the cost of intervening.
How much do you love God? The answer lies in how much you're willing to sacrifice for the sake of loving
others, which is the definition of love that Jesus taught us with this parable and with his life.
None of us love God perfectly yet. Purgatory will be a time of painfully regretting our lack of love, while eagerly
improving our love for others so we can enter into the fullness of God's love in heaven. Until then, we have daily
opportunities, here and now, to purify our lives less painfully. Daily we're given tests to improve how well we
love others.
So daily ask the Holy Spirit, your teacher, your empowerer, your source of holiness, to help you become more
like Christ. Ask the Holy Spirit to help you love all others as Christ loves them.
By doing this spiritual exercise consistently, you will receive a new joy and an enlivened passion in dealing with
others. You will feel greater love for God and you will experience his love for you much more intimately.
Questions for Personal Reflection:
Whom do you pass by and ignore when you see suffering? Is there anyone you've recently walked away from
because you didn't want to give up something (perhaps your time, pride, prejudice, feeling of inadequacy,
resentment or unforgiveness)? Take it to the Sacrament of Confession to receive God's grace and help in loving
others more fully.
Questions for Family & Community Faith Sharing:
Name a "Good Samaritan" you know or have read about. What did this person give up to serve others? How do
such people find the ability to love so well? Describe a situation you've witnessed where apathy has contributed
to someone's suffering. How could love make a difference?
2016 Terry Modica, Catholic Digital Resources, www.catholicdr.com. Printed by permission.
To view or subscribe to daily Good News Reflections, visit www.gnm.org.
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
Principal
Katie Perata, [email protected]
ST. DOMINIC PRESCHOOL (707) 745-4430
Director
Tanya Sanchez, [email protected]
Larry Watson
Louise Thibeaux
Ana Menjivar
Dan Macariola
Barbara Everingham
Andre Davis
Teresa Winer
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
Glenys Hewitt
Nellie Morgado
Ramond Davena
Dawn Altobell
Dorothy Szabo
Daniel Cooper
Charlie Gallagher
Amy Smith
Ann Hansen
Cyndi and Dan Wolke
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
Please remember the following
recently deceased parishioners (and their
families) in your prayers:
Remigio Balingit, Duncan McNiff,
Sherilynne Gate, Carmela Patania-White,
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
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- (707) 747-1471
Eminence
Organics & FHF Products
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Facials & Eyelash Extensions
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
Spiritual Direction, Katrina Cooper
707-748-7581 Parishioner
Trained at Bread of Life in Sacramento
Care Network, LLC
Home Care Services/Placement Referral
707-747-2720 / Carmen Haban
Mr. Lawn Garden Service
Landscaping, Maintenance and Installation
707-747-5273
Teresa Stone- Notary Public
707-330-0773
[email protected]
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