St Raymond Church Menlo Park, California Bulletin no. 519100 For

St Raymond Church
Menlo Park, California
Bulletin no. 519100
For June 14, 2015
Submitted by Ronnica Hagy
(650) 323-1755
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11th Sunday in Ordinary Time
June 14, 2015
1100 Santa Cruz Avenue Menlo Park, CA 94025 Tel: 650-323-1755 Fax: 650-561-3755
Email: [email protected] Website: www.straymondmp.org
CLERGY AND STAFF
Pastor
Fr. Christopher Fadok, O.P.
Parochial Vicar
Fr. Ambrose Sigman, O.P.
In Residence
Fr. Nathan Castle, O.P.,
Fr. Xavier Lavagetto, O.P., Fr. Patrick O’Neil, O.P.,
Fr. Eugene Sousa, O.P., Fr. Daniel Rolland, O.P.
Permanent Deacon
Deacon Tom Kelly
Permanent Deacon
Deacon Charles Seagren, O.C.D.S.
School Principal
Dr. Tara Rolle
Religious Ed. Coordinator
Stephanie Virag
Confirmation, Youth Minister and Pastoral Assistant
for Development
Christine Augulis
Office Manager
Ronnica Hagy
Sacristan
Mirna Esquivel
Facilities Supervisor
Groundskeeper
Pedro Hernandez
Javier Hernandez
MINISTRY COORDINATORS
Liturgical
Altar Servers
Altar Society
Extraordinary Ministers
Lectors
Prayer & Faith Formation
Bonnie Morey
Elizabeth Haynes
Charles Seagren
Charles Seagren
Adult Faith Formation
Bible Study
Children's Liturgy
Confirmation/Youth Minister
Couples Bible Study
Director of Music
Legion of Mary
RCIA
Religious Ed
Rosary
Social Outreach
Homebound & Sick
Homeless Family Fund
St. Vincent de Paul
Parish Community
Donuts & Coffee
Seniors Together
Clubs
Men’s Club
Mothers’ Club
Finance Council
Pastoral Council
Lori Mirek
Barbara Murphy
Mike Brown
Chris Terndrup
Christine Augulis
Karyn Leahy
Tim Connors
Christine Galvez
Charles Seagren
Debbie Pinkston
Christine Augulis
Camilo Colorado
John Isoefa
Patty Hjelm
Fr. Christopher Fadok, O.P.
Stephanie Virag
Patty Hjelm
Patty Hjelm
Sally Cesario
Bob Caletti
Doug Farel
Lisa Casentini,
Karyn Leahy & Ginny Tendrup
Doyle Rundell
Chris McCanna
James Precobb, Cat Westover,
Maureen Hamer and David Mount
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Grounded in Faith,
Growing to Serve
MASS SCHEDULE
Weekends
Saturday Vigil: 5:15 pm
Sundays: 8:00 am, 10:00 am and 6 :00 pm
Weekdays
Monday thru Saturday: 8:00 am
First Friday of the Month: 8:10 am
Holy Days: 6:00 pm Vigil, 8:00 am, 12:10 pm & 6:00 pm
Confessions
Saturday: 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm,
Sunday: 30 minutes before Mass or by appointment.
Anointing of the Sick
First Thursday of every month following the 8:00 am Mass.
Eucharistic Adoration
First Saturday of every month following the 8:00 am Mass.
THE PASTOR’S CORNER
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Grace to you and peace. Pope Emeritus Benedict once
remarked on the different types of desert that exist now in
modern society: not just the desert of material poverty, which is
certainly a growing problem everywhere, but the emotional and
spiritual desert that results from a purely materialistic vision of
life. Pope Francis has certainly taken up this same concern.
Our efficient, wealthy, consumer society hasn’t produced a
great deal of real human happiness. Rather, we are ever more
conscious of a deep and troubling strain of hopelessness,
ugliness, and violence, and an increasing denial of human
dignity and God’s goodness.
I was recently reminded of this sad truth while reading an
article with the disturbing title, “Why Are Palo Alto Kids
Killing Themselves?” I found myself in agreement with the
author, Maggie Gallagher, who argues that, whereas many
parents and their kids seem to think the problem can be solved
by reducing stress and having more fun, the true solution must
go deeper. She writes: “Stress in itself is not what causes
people misery, anxiety, or depression, and fun is not what keeps
people from wanting to kill themselves . . . The problem is not
that these teens are pushed to succeed . . . it is that when
confronted by their own fear that they may fail to do so, at least
at the same level as their peers or their parents, they have not
been given a powerful vision of how and why their life would
nonetheless be worth living.”
When a society no longer shares and communicates a vision of
human flourishing that goes beyond the insatiable desire for
achievement and consumption, we can lose sight of the true
dignity and purpose of our lives. In such circumstances, the
desire for life itself slowly and painfully fades away. In
response, we Christians have good reason for holding fast to
that central reality of Jesus’ preaching, the kingdom of God. In
a world of dark despair—a temptation for us all—we need to
return to our source of light and hope: Christ our Lord and the
promise of the kingdom of God. We must exercise courage to
proclaim the Gospel, the powerful news that God reigns over
all, and pray for grace to open the hearts of all those around us.
Our task as Christians is to make God’s goodness visible in this
world, and to do it with such joy and such a clear proclamation
of the name of Jesus that it plants a seed of faith in the hearts of
those who are not yet walking the path of the kingdom of God
or who, worse yet, have rejected that kingdom as a hopeless
joke or a dangerous lie.
The strength necessary for doing this, for holding fast to Christ
and working with God’s grace to change society and save
ourselves and our children, is found in the Church. It is found
in the scriptures and in the sacraments. It is in the “dwelling”
of the Church, the mustard seed planted by Christ, which grows
and grows throughout the world, that we come to God and rest
in him. It is in the Church that we hear the word of God that
gives us hope. It is in the Church that we are fed by God’s
sacraments and fortified by his grace.
All of this happens whether we perceive it or not. In the
Gospel today, Jesus helps us recognize this immensely
important spiritual truth: that spiritual growth can happen
imperceptibly. The kingdom of God is like a tiny seed, Jesus
tells us. Often we cannot see God working, or how he is
working, any more than we can see the growth of a seed
underground. But in time it becomes known as it breaks
forth from the earth and rises up bearing fruit ready for the
harvest. As with the imperceptible seed, so it is with the
faith, hope, and love that God nurtures within us at the
celebration of the Mass. Their existence and growth within
us may not always be easy to see, but their fruit will be the
salvation of the world.
Go and announce the Gospel of the Lord!
Fr. Christopher, O.P.
Congratulations to
Reagan Alexandra Danielewicz,
Emma Pham, &
Auguste Pribula
recently baptized at St. Raymond.
Bible Study
There will be no Bible Study on June 16, 23, or 30. Class
will resume on July 7th.
MISSION STATEMENT
St. Raymond Parish is a community united by our
Catholic Faith as disciples of Jesus Christ. We seek
communion with God the Father, Son, and Holy
Spirit through ongoing personal and communal
conversion to Christ and a deeper commitment to
the mission Jesus gives each of us to preach the
Gospel. The Sacred Scriptures and sacraments of the
Church sustain us. We dedicate ourselves to Truth
and strive to grow in love of God and neighbor
through community, prayer, study, and service, as
we work by grace to build up in one another and
share freely with others the abundance of
magnificent gifts God has given us.
HOMELESS FAMILY
FUND
We received a referral from a new Case Manager at First Step
for Families. Her client is a young single mother in her early
twenties with two children, a six-year old daughter and a
one-year old son. The client had been living with family until
they moved out of the area. Since that time, she and the
children lived in a motel for one month and had been in the
shelter for six months.
The mother has been working part time at a movie theater for
the last eight months earning $500 per month. She also receives
$390 in food stamps and $670 from CalWorks. She is also
working toward her AA degree on-line at Canada College. She
found a room to rent for $700 per month. The landlord required
a $2,000 deposit. She had saved $1,000 toward it and we were
pleased to provide the other $1,000 she needed in order to
secure the room.
She wants to continue saving money, obtain full-time
employment and finish her classes. Her Case Manager is
confident that she will be able to fulfill her goals and keep to
the budget they have worked out together. They were
extremely grateful for our help. Our ability to assist these
families is made possible by your very generous contributions
to the Homeless Family Fund. On behalf of all those we have
helped, thank you.
Please ensure that your contributions are made payable to "St.
Raymond Homeless Family Fund". They may be placed in the
collection basket, sent to the Parish office (1100 Santa Cruz
Ave.) or through the St. Raymond website (e-contributions).
" he love of God has been poured into our hearts through the
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Spirit of God dwelling within us." Romans 5:5
MathGenesis at St. Raymond Church
MathGenesis is back again! Husband and wife team,
Professor Paul and Tina Mitiguy, along with a Stanford
engineering graduate student, are running a fun, activitiesbased math class this summer. They are currently enrolling
incoming 5th graders. Sessions are 3:45- 6 PM, Tuesdays
and Thursdays (with one Monday). Actual dates are: June
30th, July 2nd, July 7th, July 9th, July 13th (Monday), July
16th, July 21st, and July 23rd. The group meets at the Parish
Hall and uses the school playing field. The cost is $50 per
student per session. Need-based scholarships are available.
Tina, Paul, and their own incoming 5th grader, are math
enthusiasts, and they are excited to offer nontraditional
math activities and games in a small setting outdoors.
They will review grade-level topics such as fractions,
multiplication factors & multiples, mental multiplication
past 10, probability, and introduce much more! Students
should be capable of fast-paced physical activity. Limited
availability. To reserve a spot or inquire further, please
contact Tina at [email protected]. or by calling
(650) 954-4002.
Mass Intentions & Event Calendar
Saturday, June 13, 2015
The Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary,
St. Anthony of Padua, Priest & Doctor of the Church
5:15 p.m. Maria Sa-ing Swang-ngam †
Sunday, June 14, 2015
Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time
8 a.m. Ralph Ruocco †
10:00 a.m. St. Raymond Parish
6 p.m. Virginia Galisse †
Monday, June 15, 2015
8:00 a.m. Cindy Stewart †
7:25 a.m.-Morning Prayer-Chapel
7:40 a.m.-Office of Readings-Chapel
after 8 :00 a.m. Mass -Rosary-Chapel
Tuesday, June 16, 2015
8 a.m. Herb Pickard †
7:25 a.m.-Morning Prayer-Chapel
7:40 a.m.-Office of Readings-Chapel
after 8 a.m. Mass -Rosary-Chapel
9 a.m.-Legion of Mary-Parish Center
Wednesday, June 17, 2015
8:00 a.m. Steve Herle †
7:25 a.m.-Morning Prayer-Chapel
7:40 a.m.-Office of Readings-Chapel
after 8:00 a.m. Mass -Rosary-Chapel
Thursday, June 18, 2015
8:00 a.m. Jane, Michael, & Jack Bjork
7:25 a.m.-Morning Prayer-Chapel
7:40 a.m.-Office of Readings-Chapel
after 8:00 a.m. Mass -Rosary-Chapel
Friday, June 19, 2015
Saint Romuald, Abbot
8:00 a.m. Joseph Hrouda †
7:25 a.m.-Morning Prayer-Chapel
7:40 a.m.-Office of Readings-Chapel
after 8:00 a.m. Mass -Rosary-Chapel
Saturday, June 20, 2015
8:00 a.m. Amanda Glinski †
7:25 a.m.-Morning Prayer-Chapel
7:40 a.m.-Office of Readings-Chapel
after 8:00 a.m. Mass -Rosary-Chapel
As a parish community we pray for
the sick among us:
Lynn Bacon, Roger Barth, Kayte Roach, James
Roach, Bernice D’Arcy, Jill Gretch, Catherine Matsakis,
Joan Briggson, Eleanor Jekot, Margaret McSweeney,
and Dennis Daul.
This Week’s Readings
Ezekiel 17:22-24
Psalm 92:2-3, 13-16
2 Corinthians 5:6-10
Mark 4:26-34
Next Week’s Readings
Job 38:1, 8-11
Psalm 107-23-26,28-31
2 Corinthians 5;14-17
Mark 6:35-41
The Rosary Confraternity is a gr oup of
Christians that contemplate the Life of Jesus
through praying the rosary. They receive
spiritual benefits by the recitation of the
rosary, including partial and plenary
indulgences . They are asked to pray the
rosary three times a week. You may already
be a member of the Confraternity by habit, so why not join
in a formal way? http://www.rosary-center.org/nroscon.htm
WHY SETTLE FOR A “GOOD” MARRIAGE WHEN
YOU CAN HAVE A GREAT MARRIAGE?
You can make the leap from just “good” to GREAT on a
Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend! Marriage
Encounter is 44 hours where married couples can get away
from jobs, kids, chores, and phones—and focus only on
each other. If you’d like greater depth, growth, and
enrichment in your relationship, you’ll like the
difference a Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend can
make! For more information, go to
www.sanfranciscowwme.org or call Paul & Yvonne at
650.366.7093. 2015 San Francisco/Santa Rosa Weekends:
Vallombrosa Retreat Center, Menlo Park: Nov 20-22.
Space is limited; apply early.
Hello From Camp Argo!
Camp Argo is pleased to announce that we are
accepting applications for Summer 2015. Our special
guest calendar is being finalized, new equipment is
being ordered, and most of your favorite camp
counselors are getting ready to come back for another
fun summer with YOU!
Camp Argo provides a wide range of opportunities for your
child to grow through interactive play, traditional and
non-traditional sports, and other creative outlets. We also
invite local heroes, educators, community leaders, and
charitable organizations to come speak about their positions in
the community and welcome amazing performers weekly to
entertain us with their tremendous talents. Camp Argo
believes in empowering children to dream big, be kind to one
another, find their strengths, try their best, and learn to lead
by example.
More information can be found on our
website; www.campargo.com.
Looking forward to seeing all of you!
Sunday’s collection for 6-7
$4244.00
E-contributions
$1905.00
TOTAL
$6149.00
TRY…...E-Contributions
Sign up online via our website not only for your
Sunday offerings , but also St. Vincent de Paul , Religious
Education registration fees, Confirmation registration
fees, the Homeless Family Fund and the Fall Drive. Go to
www.StRaymondMP.org click on the “contributing” tab at the top
right of the website, and then click “click here to contribute” under
the “Online Giving” section. There, you’ll see very easy donation
instructions. THERE IS NO COST TO YOU FOR THIS
SERVICE! !!!!
Your generosity is greatly
appreciated!
Father’s Day
Spiritual Bouquets
Give your Father, Grandfather, Father-in-Law, Godfather, Brother, Uncle, Son, or Friend a spiritual bouquet
for Father’s Day. Envelopes can be found on the tables
in the back of the church.
Mass Intentions are available through 2016
at the Parish office Monday-Thursday from 8
a.m. to 5 p.m. , Friday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.,
and Sunday from 9 a.m. to noon. You can
also schedule a Mass over the phone by
calling (650) 323-1755.
Meditation on Today’s Readings
Like Job, sometimes the Lord speaks out of a storm. We
may have it all together; we may be experts at life. But the
storm comes just the same. We are raised up, and thrown
down to the depths. Our hearts melt in fear, for ourselves or
for those we love. And we cry out to the Lord.
The disciples are expert fishermen. They know all about
the Sea of Galilee. But a violent squall comes up suddenly
and they are in danger of capsizing. They call out to Jesus.
Only faith and prayer can pull them through.
God has set limits for the storm. It will come so far and no
farther. Let us cry to the Lord in our distress. There is a
peace that surpasses understanding. Let us cross over to the
calm of faith. The love of Christ impels us. Be still, and
know that he is God.