May 18, 2014

Pastoral Staff 209-835-4560 Ext. # by Name

Rev. Msgr. Ivo D. Rocha, #125 Pastor

Rev. Fr. Chad Wahl, L.C., #161 Rev. Fr. Fernando Barrera, #118

Parochial Vicars

Rev. Mr. Ray Whitlock 836-3194

Rev. Mr. Peter Ryza, #162 Deacons

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

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

Welcome to St. Bernard’s Parish Fifth Sunday of Easter

May 18th, 2014

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

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.

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Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration

(Adoration Chapel located in Convent behind Church)

“The only time our Lord asked the Apostles for anything was the night He went into agony. Not for activity did He plead but for an Hour of companionship.”

-Archbishop Fulton Sheen

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.

Priests’ Retreat

Our priests will be on retreat this week: May 19th to May 23rd. Join us in prayer that this time will be a source of grace and renewal for them.

Father’s Day

The role of a Father is as important as the Mother. The Fa-ther is to support and maintain the family through the work of his hands and to protect those he loves. Fathers are to help their children find solid support for their dignity and for their growth in truth and love within the embrace of their home.

On Father’s Day, all Masses will include the Mass Intention: “All fathers, living and deceased”

Envelopes honoring the names of our fathers will be placed in a basket & lovingly displayed near the Altar at the Church and at the Holy Family Center for the week-end. These names will appear in the bulletin Father’s Day weekend. If you would like to have your father remembered, living or deceased, please drop by the Parish Office to fill out the Father’s Day envelope. A $10.00 donation is appreciated for each name. The deadline is June 6th by 5:00 p.m.

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M A S S I N T E N T I O N S

Altar Candle Memorial

The Altar Candle Memorial for the week of May 18th: In loving memory of Harry P. Argeris, requested by Terry Argeris. In loving memory of Maria Strmiska, requested by the Strmiska Family.

Church

SUNDAY, May 18th

7:00 a.m. +Rosie & Raymond Ramirez +Jacinta Aldiano +John Castro 8:30 a.m. +Ana & Manuel Faria +Celestino & Maria Carranza 10:00 a.m. +Sharon Rinauro +John F. Silva +Antonio Corsaro +John Lima 4:00 p.m. +Annette & Lucinda Ramirez Intentions of Roque & Nelly Jiao

MONDAY, May 19th 8:00 a.m. +Ignacio G. Vasquez +John Lancaster In Honor of Our Lady of Lourdes 5:30 p.m. Eucharistic Service

TUESDAY, May 20th 8:00 a.m. +Virginia Soliven +Anita Mondano 5:30 p.m. Eucharistic Service

WEDNESDAY, May 21st 8:00 a.m. Eucharistic Service 5:30 p.m. Eucharistic Service

THURSDAY, May 22nd 8:00 a.m. Eucharistic Service 5:30 p.m. SBS School Graduation Mass

3FRIDAY, May 23rd 8:00 a.m. +Ruben Rivera +Ella Pombo 5:30 p.m. +Haley & Smith Families +John Perry +Consuelo Dulay +Albert & Albert B. Chavez

SATURDAY, May 24th 8:00 a.m. +Ilario, Dario, & Charlene Imbrunetti +Joseph & Andrew Patrick

5:00 p.m. +Maria Strmiska +Tony Jaques Intentions of Lydin Gan 7:00 p.m. +Esperanza Guzman +Juan Romo In Honor of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Holy Family Center

SUNDAY, May 18th

9:00 a.m. +Souls in Purgatory +Paula Cisneros +Ralph Garcia +Tomas Macedo Cuevas 11:00 a.m. Pro Populo 1:00 p.m. +Rosa Mendiola +Bertha Alicia Aguilar +Miguel & Elvira Mendoza 6:00 p.m. +Mathew & Jennie Mariano +Consuelo Cortez +Egidio Martins

Second Offering

Catholic Charities Sunday is today.

Today our Parish is participating in Catholic Charities Sunday. Catholic Chari-ties is our Church’s outreach to the most vulnerable families in our community. Through your contribu-tion to Catholic Charities, we will be able to provide services to over 26,000 vulnerable people this year. Your help is needed more than ever. One hundred percent of your contribution stays in this community. On behalf of the thousands of individuals and fami-lies served by Catholic Charities, thank you for providing “Help for Today and Hope for Tomorrow.” Thank you!

Reconciliation Schedule

Thursday No Confessions Saturday 7:00 am to 7:45 am 4:00 pm to 4:45 pm

Sunday, May 18, 2014 7:00 a.m. K of C Membership Drive-SH 12:00 p.m. Couples for Christ-SH, LH Mtg. Rm. 7:30 p.m. High School Youth Group-HFC

Monday, May 19, 2014 6:30 p.m. Amigos de Dios-LH, SH 6:30 p.m. Legion of Mary-MC Rm. 2 7:00 p.m. Jr. High Youth Group-HFC 7:00 p.m. Spanish Welcome Group-MC Rm. 1

Tuesday, May 20, 2014 10:30 a.m. Ministry of Caring Mtg.-MC Rm. 2 3:30 p.m. Cantor Practice-Church 7:00 p.m. Spanish Choir “Voces”-Church 7:00 p.m. Youth Group Music Ministry-HFC 7:00 p.m. Charismatic Prayer Group-MC Rm. 1 7:00 p.m. Ministry of Caring Mtg.-MC Rm. 2 7:00 p.m. Ultreya de Cursillo-SH 7:00 p.m. Bereavement Mtg.-LH Mtg. Rm

Wednesday, May 21, 2014 8:30 a.m. Wednesday Morning Social-LH Mtg. Rm. 7:00 p.m. Spanish Altar Server Formation-SH 7:00 p.m. Parish Choir-MC Rm. 1 7:00 p.m. Spanish Bible Study-MC Rm. 2 7:00 p.m. Amigos Spiritual Workshop-LH Mtg. Rm.

Thursday, May 22, 2014 8:30 a.m. Cleaning for Jesus-Church 10:30 a.m. Eucharistic Service at Astoria Gardens 5:15 p.m. Jr. High Music Ensemble-MC Rm. 1 5:30 p.m. SBS Graduation Mass & Celebration- Church, LH, K, SH 6:30 p.m. Misioneros Guadalupanos-LH Mtg. Rm. 7:00 p.m. Spanish Choir “Renacer”-Church 7:00 p.m. RCIA-HFC 7:00 p.m. Spanish Choir “Viento Nuevo”-MC Rm. 1

Friday, May 23, 2014 10:15 a.m. Eucharistic Service at Heritage Place 3:00 p.m. English Children’s Choir-MC Rm. 1 5:15 p.m. Spanish Children’s Choir-MC Rm. 1 6:00 p.m. Spanish Couples “Cana”-LH, LH Mtg. Rm. 6:30 p.m. Spanish Choir “ABBA”-MC Rm. 1 7:00 p.m. Spanish Young Adult Group-SH 7:00 p.m. Spanish Bible Study-MC Rm. 2

Saturday, May 24, 2014 7:00 a.m. Confessions-Church 7:00 a.m. Cursillos Sabatina-LH Mtg. Rm. 9:30 a.m. English Baptisms-Church 10:00 a.m. Eucharistic Service at Tracy Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 12:00 p.m. Couples for Christ-SH, LH Mtg. Rm. 1:00 p.m. VBS Mtg.-MC Rm. 1 4:00 p.m. Confessions-Church 6:30 p.m. Spanish Day Care-Kindergarten 7:00 p.m. Spanish RCIA-MC Rm. 1

HFC-Holy Family Center , LH-Large Hall, SH-Small Hall, MC-Ministry Center, LH Mtg. Rm.-Large Hall Meeting Room

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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.

Wednesday Morning Social

Memorial Day

They fell, but o’er their glorious grave

floats free the banner of the cause they died to save.

—Francis Marion Crawford

Parish Offices Closed

The Parish Offices will be closed Saturday, May 24th through Monday, May 26th in observance of Memorial Day. The offices will reopen on Tuesday, May 27th at 8:30am.

MARY OUR MOTHER What a joy to remember that Mary is our Mother! Since she loves us and knows our weak-ness, what have we to fear?

—Saint Thérèse of Lisieux

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Ministry of Caring Ron Robeson, Jose Carrasquillo, Donna Boyd, Mary Perry, Mariza & Baby Mora, and those we hold in our hearts.

Our beloved now living with Christ in a new way … Esther Rodriguez, Montserrat Schell, Emily Santos, and Moises S. Felix.

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.

Bereavement Support Group

Please join the Bereavement Sup-port Group on May 20th at 7:00 pm in the Large Hall Meeting Room. For more information, please contact Johanna at (209) 835-1560.

God’s Gift of Life … Baby Mercedes Elena Holdener born to Jens & Alejandra! Baby Jesus Contreras born to Ruben & Maria!

Love endures … Ronald & Susan Watzke celebrating 50 years on the 23rd! Micki & Maria Maguire celebrating 31 years! Manuel & Mary Torres celebrating 40 years! - on the 21st. Frank & Margaret Silva celebrating 64 years! - on the 23rd! Ron & Lorna Ziller celebrating 39 years on the 24th!

Lifting up to God for healing: ... those lately in hospital … Janet Farmer, Maria Covarrubias, Jose Mandujano, Ramona Garcia, Martha Arribeno, Rafael Betancourt, Kenneth Beckwith, Francisco Bravo, Richar Pruneda, Edna Ferrera, Ines Gonzalez, Rito Zuniga, John Moran, Laura Urrabazo, James Brackman Jr., Natasha Mann, Esther Ripoli, Ludovina Costa, Mary Alvarez, Johnny Roldan,

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 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, 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, Betty Turnley, Margaret Gonzalez, Linda Rivas, 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, Claire Abell, Elayne Costa,

Readings for the Week

Monday: Acts 14:5-18; Ps 115:1-4, 15-16; Jn 14:21-26 Tuesday: Acts 14:19-28; Ps 145:10-13ab, 21; Jn 14:27-31a Wednesday: Acts 15:1-6; Ps 122:1-5; Jn 15:1-8 Thursday: Acts 15:7-21; Ps 96:1-3, 10; Jn 15:9-11 Friday: Acts 15:22-31; Ps 57:8-10, 12; Jn 15:12-17 Saturday: Acts 16:1-10; Ps 100:1b-3, 5; Jn 15:18-21 Sunday: Acts 8:5-8, 14-17; Ps 66:1-7, 16, 20; 1 Pt 3:15-18 or 1 Pt 4:13-16; Jn 14:15-21 or Jn 17:1-11a

THANK YOU and BLESSINGS

on everyone who contributed in any way towards our EASTER SENIOR CELEBRATION! It was truly a joyful event. A special thank you to Ronnie Gallegos and Betty Hollars who organized the lunch - and our amazing cooks - there were many appre-ciative remarks about how good the food was!

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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

RCIC

(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

RCIA

(Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults)

This process provides you with the opportunity to ex-plore your calling and be-come a fully initiated Catho-lic Christian or to help others do so. English and Spanish: Henry Correa, Ext. 121

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: 4:30-5:30pm English: 6:00-7:00pm

Registration at Small Hall of St. Bernard’s Church:

June 10th 1:30-6:30pm

Confirmation Information

Congratulations to all the newly confirmed and their families, the Confirmation Rite ceremony was indeed a special and spiritual experi-ence. Everyone looked great with smiles everywhere. We wish you all the best as you continue to grow in the faith. We were extremely proud

of all: Confirmandi, sponsors, and parents. We extend a sincere thank you to the Faith Formation Team, Catechists, and parents for their hard work, dedication, patience, and commitment to the program. We all en-joyed being part of your student’s growth in the faith.

Sacrament Certificates

If you received any Sacrament of Initiation, (RCIA, Communion, and Confirmation) and have not yet received your certificate, they are available at the Parish office.

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 be-come 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 Au-gust. We will provide you with the training, tools, and support to assist you in this Minis-try. If the Lord is calling you to be part of this ministry, please contact Henry Cor-rea or Elvira Orozco at the Faith Formation Office @ 209-835-4560.

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You’re Pregnant!

No two words can bring a woman more joy or more emotional trauma. You probably have a lot of questions. You don’t have to face that tough decision alone. Preg-nancy Resource Center of Tracy is there to listen, care, and help. You can reach PRC at 836-4415 (24 hour helpline) or on the web at: www.tracyprc.org or visit them at 1039 Central Avenue (Open Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday 10am-4pm; Tuesday 2pm– 6pm; closed Friday through Sunday).

Pro Life Corner

“Give us the grace-When the sacred-ness of life before birth is attacked, to stand up and proclaim that no one ever has the authority to destroy unborn life.”

~Pope John Paul II, from a homily given in 1979

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 mid-dle grade teacher, and a science/computer lab teacher. The positions begins August 1st. Salary is determined by experi-ence 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 in-clude a resume with a letter of interest for the positions availa-ble.

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

—“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 Minis-try! St. Bernard’s has 2 age appropriate groups for all of our

young parishioners.

Edge Nights are open to all Jr. High stu-dents (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. F l e m i n g H a l l . A l l a r e w e l c o m e ! On Sunday, June 22 all incoming freshmen are welcome to join the High School group and on Monday, June 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,

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Preschool to 6th grade program. (sorry all student helper positions have been filled)

June 9-13, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Cost is $35.00 for 1st child &

$5.00 sibling discount.

Registrations available at Church Office; for more information, call Melissa (209) 839-6726

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Registered in the Parish?

Are you registered and active?

1. Have you moved away from your parental home?

2. Are you newly married, grew up here, but are starting your own family?

3. Are you new to the area and just haven’t gotten around to it?

4. Were you once an active member of the Parish but left and have returned?

5. Do you not receive mail from the Parish?

If any of these apply to you, there is a good possibility that you are not registered. Please visit the Parish Office to register . We look forward to welcoming you! To avoid problems or misunderstandings, especially when planning Baptisms and Marriages, or when you have special requests for the Parish, etc., please be sure that you are registered and active. *Using the Sunday Offertory Envelopes (whether or not you include a donation) indicates to us that you are present at Mass. It also ensures that you get a statement for income tax purposes and shows that you are practic-ing your faith (e.g. should you require a Godparent letter or letter of recommendation). Please ask for your enve-lopes when registering as members of the Parish.

ITALIAN CATHOLIC FEDERATION DINNER

All Parishioners are invited to attend our monthly dinner:

Country Style Ribs, Special Baked Beans, Zucchini, Green Salad, Bread, and Cake

Celebrating Mothers and Fathers!

Thursday, May 29th in Fr. Fleming Hall

Social Hour: 6:00pm, Dinner 6:30pm

ICF Members $8.00, non-members $12.00, Teens 13-18 yrs. $5.00, children 5-12 yrs. $3.00,

and children under 5 yrs. are free

For reservations: Letty 835-2997 or Rita 835-1474

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Prayer

The more you devote yourself in prayer the more you will do well in your work.

—St. John Bap st de la Salle

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 Su-per 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.

In celebration of the Year of the Laity, the St. Bernard

Charismatic Prayer Group is inviting you to a two-day Pentecost Recollection,

“Let the Fire Fall”

Theme: Joy of the Gospel (Apostolic Exhortation by Pope Francis)

Saturday, June 7, 2014 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 pm and Sunday, June 8, 2014

9:00 a.m. to 3:00 pm

at Fr. Fleming Hall St. Bernard’s Church

Fr. Teo S. Rustia, founder of several healing centers and Spiritual Adviser of various prayer communities across the globe, will conduct the seminar.

Information: Nilma Cayetano:209-814- 5158; Benita Ohler: 209-607-2679.

Knights of Columbus Open House

The Knights of Columbus Tracy Council 4041 will be having an Open House after each morning Mass at the Small Hall. All gentlemen who would like to know more about our Fraternity are invited to stop by for information; refreshments will be served.

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SU PALABRA EN ESPAÑOL

Diocesan Financial News

The link is: www.stocktondiocese.org/financial-news.

Worldwide Marriage Encounter (in the Stockton Diocese)

MARRIED COUPLES: A World-wide Marriage Encounter Weekend is a gift of love. It’s a weekend of fresh air, the rebirth of romance and new beginnings. If you’d like to make

your marriage even more special than it already is, call now! The next weekend dates are: June 13-15, August 22-24 in Sacramento, October 10-12 in Re-no or October 24-26 in Modesto.

For more information: http://www.sacramentowwme.org

or contact: John & Angelica Angarita at: applications@sacramentowwme.org

or 866-825-2046.

Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat

June 6-8, 2014 Has abortion left you feeling empty and alone? Rachel’s Vineyard retreats are available for anyone who has struggled with the emotional and spiritual pain of abortion.

View a short video with testimonials at: http://stocktondiocese.org/project-rachel or to register call: 209/465-5433 or email Kim Fuentes at: kfuentes@stocktondiocese.org

Passing on our Faith

The Diocese of Stockton will honor parish catechists who have continu-ously taught in their parish program for 5, 10 or more years on Monday, June 2, 2014. For further information,

Día del Padre

El papel de un Padre es tan importante como el de la Madre. El Padre ayuda y mantiene a la fami-lia por medio del trabajo de sus manos y protege a los que ama. Los Padres ayudan a sus hijos a encontrar apoyo solidó para su crecimiento en la

verdad y amor y su propia dignidad dentro de su hogar.

En el Día del Padre, todas las Intenciones de las Misas incluirán la intención: “All fathers, living and de-ceased” (que significa: “Para todos las Padres, vivos y difuntos”).

Sobres brindado honor al nombre de nuestros Padres serán ubicadas en una canasta y amorosamente expuesta cerca del Altar en el Centro de La Sagrada Familia du-rante el fin de semana entero. Estos nombres aparecerán en el Boletín Parroquial de ese fin de semana. Si usted desea conmemorar a su Papá, vivo o difunto, por favor pase a la Oficina de la Parroquia para llenar un sobre para el Día de Los Padres. Una donación es apreciada para cada nombre publicado. La fecha limite para someter los nombres es el 6 de Junio a 5 p.m.

Segunda Ofrenda

Hoy nuestra Parroquia participa en el Do-mingo de Caridades Católicas. Caridades Católicas es el brazo social de nuestra Iglesia y se extiende a las familias mas vulnerables de nuestra comunidad. Por medio de su contribución a Caridades Católicas, podremos proveer servicios a 26,000 personas vulnerables este año. Necesitamos su ayuda mas que nunca. Cien por ciento de su contri-bución se queda en nuestra comunidad diocesana. De parte de los miles de individuos y familias que reciben servicios de parte de Caridades Católicas, gracias por Proveer Ayuda Hoy y Esperanza para Mañana.

Oficinas Cerradas

Las Oficinas Parroquiales esta-rán cerradas el sábado, 24 de Ma-

yo hasta el lunes, 26 de Mayo, en observación al Día de los Soldados Caídos (Memorial Day). Abriremos de Nuevo el martes, 27 de mayo a las 8:30am.

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“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, ten-drá 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 Di-rector.

Reunión de orientación en el 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 en el salón chico (Parroquia de San Bernardo)

10 de junio de 1:30 p.m.—6:30 p.m.

Información de Confirmación:

Felicitaciones a todos los recién confir-mados y sus familias, la ceremonia del Rito de Confirmación fue una experiencia especial y espiritual. Todo parecía genial con sonrisas por todos lados; le deseamos lo mejor en su crecimiento en la fe. Está-bamos muy orgullosos de todos los confirmandos, padri-nos y padres. Extendemos un agradecimiento sincero al equipo de Formación de Fe, catequistas y padres por su trabajo, de-dicación, paciencia y compromiso con el programa. To-dos disfrutamos ser parte del crecimiento de su hijo en la fe.

Certificados del Sacramento

Si usted recibió algún Sacramento de Iniciación (RICA, Comunión, y/o Confirmación) y aun no ha recibi-do su certificado, están disponibles en la Oficina de la Parroquia.

BODAS EN GRUPO

¿Han pensado en bendecir su unión con el Sacramento del Matrimonio?

La Parroquia de San Bernardo esta pro-moviendo la celebración de unas bodas colectivas, para parejas conviviendo juntas y deseen reci-bir el Sacramento del Matrimonio. Para mas información por favor comuníquese con Remedios Barrera al (209) 835-4560, Ext. 188.

El Sacramento de Reconciliación

Jueves: No Confesiones Sábado: 7:00 a.m. a 7:45 a.m. 3:30 p.m. a 4:45 p.m.

Estudio Bíblico

Están todos invitados a participar en nuestras clases de Estudio Bíblico. Es una gran oportunidad de aprendizaje para todos de una manera fácil de entender. Las clases son en el Salón de Ministerios #2.

El Miércoles, 21 de Mayo empezamos otro curso con la introducción al estudio de la Biblia .

Para mas información, comuníquese con el Coordinador Edgar Franco al (209) 471-1386

Retiro de Nuestros Sacerdotes

Nuestro sacerdotes tendrán el retiro en la semana del 19 al 23 mayo . Únase a nosotros en oración pa-ra que sea una fuente de gracia y de renovación para ellos.

GRACIAS Y BENDICIONES

A todos los que contribuyeron de alguna manera a nuestra celebración para nuestros miembros de la tercera edad! Fue realmente un acontecimiento alegre. Un agradecimiento especial a Ronnie Gallegos y Betty Hollars que organizó el almuerzo - y nuestros cocineros increíbles - hubo muchos comentarios elogiosos acerca de lo bueno que estaba la comida!