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Fr. Ernesto Orci Pastor [email protected] 1-408-296-3000 Ext. 438

Fr. Anthony Tan Nguyen Parochial Vicar [email protected] 1-408-296-3000 Ext. 440

PARISH OFFICE 1-408-296-3000 Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday 9:00 AM - Noon [email protected] Giuliana Barragan Office Manager [email protected] Ext. 431

Vickie Wallace Office Assistant [email protected] Ext. 432

CATECHETICAL OFFICE SUNDAY SCHOOL OF RELIGION M. Eleanor de Paz - Catechetical Director [email protected] Ext. 433

MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH MINISTRY M. Eleanor de Paz [email protected] Ext. 433 HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH MINISTRY [email protected] Ext. 433

HIGH SCHOOL CONFIRMATION Elgin Presa - Coordinator Katrina Antonio - Coordinator [email protected]

YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY [email protected]

ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL (Pre-K - 8th Grade) 1-408-296-2260 Martin M Procaccio - Principal [email protected]

CHILDREN’S CENTER 1-408-296-8077 Teen Center & Extended Day Care Trini Martinez - Director

December3,2017|FirstSundayofAdventSAINT LAWRENCE THE MARTYR CATHOLIC PARISH AND EDUCATION CENTER

1971 ST. LAWRENCE DRIVE SANTA CLARA, CA 95051 TEL. NO. 408-296-3000 FAX NO. 408-296-3100 E-Mail Address: [email protected] Website: www.saintlawrence.org

Celebrating Our Catholic Faith through Worship, Education, and Service

Saint Lawrence Parish

Advent Reconciliation

Wednesday, December 13, 2017

at 7:00 PM

Fourth Sunday of Advent Masses Saturday, December 23, 2017

5:00 PM Simbang Gabi 7:00 PM Spanish / Español

Sunday, December 24, 2017 9:00 AM English/Ingles 11:00 AM English/Ingles

Christmas Eve Masses Sunday, December 24, 2017

♦ 4:00 PM English/Ingles (Children’s Mass) ♦ 6:00 PM English/Ingles ♦ 8:00 PM Spanish/Español ♦ 12:00 AM Midnight Mass in English/Ingles

Christmas Day Monday, December 25, 2017

♦ 9:00 AM English/Ingles ♦ 11:00 AM English/Ingles

Christmas 2017 Mass Schedule Horario de Misas

“O Come let us adore Him”

Holy Day of Obligation Friday, December 8, 2017

Mass Times 8:30 AM with SLEMS

12:00 PM 7:00 PM (Bilingual)

December 3, 2017 - First Sunday of Advent -

The Next Pancake Breakfast Sponsored by The Knights of Columbus

Sunday, December 10, 2017

After the 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM Masses

in the Parish Hall

MENU: 3 Pancakes - 2 Sausages - Scrambled eggs - Coffee - Tea - Milk

Just $ 5.00 Children under 4 FREE

Your pancake breakfast donation helps us support the following charities: Saint Lawrence the Martyr Parish Boy Scout Programs and Parents Helping Parents Orphan Homes in Germany, Israel, India and Mexico

Thank you very much!

St. Lawrence the Martyr Parish accepts donations electronically using your computer, tablet or smart phone. Parishioner Benefits Set up your own contributions Your donation is automatic and safe Electronic giving is efficient, practical and easy

Please prayerfully consider Online Giving. Visit our Parish website at www.saintlawrence.org for more information or to sign up.

Chapel Open Daily from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

MASS T IMES Sunday 8:00 AM 10:00 AM (Children’s Liturgy of the Word) 12 Noon 1:30 PM (Mass in Spanish) 6:00 PM (Youth Mass) American Sign Language (ASL) Mass 6:30 PM (In the Parish Hall) 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month

Saturday 8:30 AM 5:00 PM (Sunday Vigil) Monday – Friday 8:30 AM Reconciliation Saturday 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM or by appointment

Eucharistic Adoration Thursday 9:00 AM Solemn Benediction 8:30 PM Devotions Rosary (English) ● Monday to Saturday After the 8:30 AM Mass Rosario en Español ● Martes 6:30 PM en Capilla Novena to Our Mother of Perpetual Help ● Tuesday 8:15 AM

December 10, 2017 Retirement Fund for Religious

The flu season has come early to Santa Clara County. The County Department of Public Health has requested that we introduce adaptations to the Eucharistic Liturgy, beginning this weekend, the First Sunday of Advent until further notice. For the duration of the flu/cold/virus season, Holy Communion will not be shared under the form of Consecrated Wine. Holy Communion will be distributed only into the hands of communicants; during this time, Holy Communion will not be distributed on the tongue. Should a communicant be unwilling to follow this directive, that person is to receive Holy Communion after everyone else has done so. People should refrain from holding hands during the recitation or singing of the Lord’s Prayer. The exchanging Sign of Peace should be adapted so as to allow for a greeting that does not require shaking hands or touching. All who administer Holy Communion are to wash their hands with an alcohol-based anti-bacterial solution, such as Purell, before and after they administer the Sacrament. This precaution also extends to those who minister to the homebound. The obligation to participate in Sunday Mass does not hold for those who are seriously ill, and that it would be a mark of Christian charity for anyone who has fever, cough or other such symptoms to remain at home.

Thank you for your immediate attention to these matters.

Temporary Liturgical Adaptations during the 2017/2018 Flu/Cold Season


It is Christmas Giving Tree time again. Starting the weekend after Thanksgiving, the tree will be in the vestibule by the Church entrance. Please take an “ornament” and bring an UNWRAPPED gift appropriate for the age and gender noted on the ornament. Please bring your gifts and place them under the tree up until Sunday, December 10th, or to the Parish Office until Friday, December 15th when the presents will be taken to St. Justin’s for distribution.

Christ as Giving Tree

The Advent Season is upon us. It is that wonderful season when Christians all over the world prepare for the coming of our Savior through the birth of God’s son, Jesus Christ. Advent wreaths are placed at our front doors, and a festive mood fills the air around us. With eager anticipation and happiness in our hearts, we await for His coming.

On December 15, the church bells will be ringing at 7:00 P.M. at our church, Saint Lawrence the Martyr Parish, to mark the beginning of our novena Masses for “Simbang Gabi” or “night worship.” An annual tradition that reflects the deep roots of the religious culture of the Philippines, the “Simbang Gabi” is a time to hope, a time to pray, and a time to eagerly wait for the coming of our Messiah.

The Filipino Catholic Community warmly invites everyone in our parish and school community to participate in this annual tradition. Bishop Patrick McGrath will be the presider during the Mass on December 16, Saturday, after which, there will be a simple reception and fun fellowship at the Community Center. On December 22, Friday, a pot-luck reception will be held after this Mass where the parishioners, families, and friends get-together at the Community Center to enjoy the festive spirit the Season brings.

“Simbang Gabi” Schedule: December 15, 18 - 22 at 7:00 P.M. December 16 and 23, Saturday, at 5:00 P.M. December 17, Sunday at 6:00 P.M.

Come and join in the “Simbang Gabi” Novena Masses! If you are interested, sponsor a novena Mass on any of the “Simbang Gabi” dates. Sign-up sheets will be available at the church entrance doors after the Masses on December 2 and 3, 2017 and on December 9 and 10, 2017. Members of the Filipino Catholic Community will be at the entrance doors to facilitate the signing up for those who would like to sponsor a Mass.

For more details, please contact: Mr. Romel Antonio, (505) 847-4345, or at [email protected]

Ms. Therie Velasco-Gonzales, (408) 340-0846 or at [email protected]

Drama of "Our Lady of Guadalupe"

The "Teatro Corazón" from Sacred Heart Parish presents "La Virgen del Tepeyác". The "Drama" of the apparitions of Our Lady of Guadalupe is sponsored by the Hispanic Community of St Lawrence. Invite your family and friends. Event is free and open to the public

Date: Sunday, 12/10/17, 3:00 pm, after the 1:30pm Mass Place: St Lawrence the Martyr Church 1971 St Lawrence Dr, Santa Clara

For more information, call 408 296-3000

"La Virgen del Tepeyác" Obra de Las Apariciones

El “Teatro Corazón” de la Parroquia Sagrado Corazón presenta “La Virgen del Tepeyác”. Venga a ver la Obra de las apariciones de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe, patrocinada por la Comunidad Hispana de San Lorenzo en Santa Clara. La entrada es gratis a todos.

Cuando: Domingo, 12/10/17, 3:00pm, después de la misa de 1:30pm Dónde: Iglesia de San Lorenzo, el Mártir 1971 St Lawrence Dr, Santa Clara CA

Para más informes, llame 408 296-3000

Volunteer Opportunities

The Sacristan Ministry

The Ministry of Sacristan is a time-honored ministry in the Catholic Church. The Sacristan provides an important and essential service to the community by doing all the things that are necessary for our liturgical celebrations. The Sacristan is required to prepare the worship space for its celebrations ranging from the cleaning of the Church and its furnishings to the cleaning of the vessels and linens used in the liturgies. The Ministry of Sacristan is a “behind the scenes” ministry.

At St. Lawrence Parish and Education Center the Ministry of Sacristan is divided into three different ministries:

SETUP SACRISTANS: Preparing the table before the Liturgy is the setup sacristan’s responsibility. Arriving at least 30 minutes before Mass to set out all the items needed for liturgy and then staying after liturgy to clean up and put everything away. Time commitment: One Sunday a month (one hour).

SANCTUARY ATTENDANTS: The Sanctuary Attendants clean the Church each Friday or Saturday by working in teams of two. They are responsible for making sure the worship space is clean and tidy for the weekend Masses. Currently there are 4 teams so the time commitment is once every four weeks. It takes two people one hour a week.

LAUNDERERS: The Launderers are responsible for the washing and ironing of the altar linens, towels and Altar Server albs used during Mass. Time commitment: Currently we have 12 launderers so the commitment is once every 12 weeks. Depending on the amount of linens (more during Easter & Christmas) it could take at least 2 hours.

At this time the greatest need are Sanctuary Attendants and Setup Sacristans.

Please prayerfully consider joining one of these essential ministries. Call Vickie Wallace at 408-296-3000

or email [email protected].

Please Pray For . . . Our Parishioners,

Friends, and Family

Julie Aboussleman Vince Adan Erika Barragan Jaime Barragan Razon-Barragan Paul Bazigian Cheryl Ann Coutcher Suzanna Fossom Matt Hardin Hubert Jansen Ann Lizotte Luli Maldonado Alvina Martinez Jackie Mussynski Mackena Naki

Pat Naki Emily Grace Navarra

Chet O’Donnell Ernie Ortiz Ana Perez

Fatima Reis Erma Schriver Judy Steward

Soledad Valadez Lina Velasco

Rosalío Villagómez


The Art and Environment ministry NEEDS YOU!

Do you like decorating? The Art and Environment Team need your help in decorating the Church and making our Worship Place beautiful and ready for our liturgical celebrations. Any help, big or small, is greatly appreciated! For more information or to sign up, please contact Margaret Haselden at: [email protected] Thank you very much!

Please call ahead for Pre-Needs or At-Need Arrangements

Gate of Heaven Cemetery

22555 Cristo Rey Drive

Los Altos, CA 94024 (650) 428-3730

Calvary Cemetery 2655 Madden Avenue San Jose, CA 95116

(408) 258-2940

CATHOLIC CEMETERIES

OF THE DIOCESE

OF SAN JOSE

You are invited… Consolation of Grief before the Holidays Wednesday, December 6, 2017 / 7-9pm

St. Christopher Parish, Walsh Hall 2278 Booksin Ave., San Jose

Are you or your family members grieving the death of a loved one? The holidays often accentuate our feelings of grief and sadness. Fr. Christopher Bennett offers stories from scripture and life, plus helpful suggestions toward healing and wholeness this holiday season.

All are welcome. Free. For additional information, call Catholic Cemeteries: 650-428-3730 x508

or [email protected]

Looking for the 2018 Longest Married Couple!

Why? Because Worldwide Marriage Encounter, for the eighth year in a row, is conducting the Longest Married Couple Project. What an opportunity to honor couples married 50, 60 or 70+ years! And just maybe a couple you know could be either the state or national winner. Winners will be honored during Valentine’s Day Week, 2018. Nominations are open now through January 10, 2018. The nomination process is simple - just email the couple’s names, wedding date and city they live in along with your contact information to [email protected]. It's that easy. Or, you can go to the wwmelmc.com website for more information.


by: Kelly Flores

Students at Saint Lawrence Elementary and Middle School are enjoying diverse and creative electives in the all new after school enrichment program! The program offers classes ranging from Mad Science, Cooking and Debate to Psychology, Spanish, HSPT and more! These diverse courses run once a week, allowing students to enjoy multiple subjects and also be part of the School athletic program. Ms. Hernandez, Director of Academic Services and Middle School Teacher, is the enrichment Spanish Teacher for Middle Schoolers. She explained the program as “an opportunity for students to venture into multiple subjects, in an exciting and safe environment. Students are exposed to unique course material and enhance their academic and social skills without even leaving their school campus” (MS. Hernandez). It is safe to say the new program is an exciting adventure for the students of Saint Lawrence, and brings a unique way of community building to campus!

Saint Lawrence Elementary and Middle School Grounded in Faith. Inspired by our future.

Advent is a time to prepare our hearts for Christmas, but we often get distracted and busy. Don’t let this Advent pass you by. Slow down and focus on what matters most with Best Advent Ever.

In addition to the Advent events offered at Saint Lawrence, I invite you to participate in a free email program, with short inspirational videos from leading Catholic voices Matthew Kelly and Dr. Allen Hunt, practical tips for your everyday life, and real-life stories of hope.

Sign up at http://www.BestAdventEver.com.

If you have any questions or feedback, please email Elizabeth Sanville at [email protected]

Get ready for the best Christmas of your life!

Eucharistic Adoration

Every Thursday, in the Chapel Adoration starts at 9:00 AM

and ends with Solemn Benediction at 8:30 PM WE ARE ALWAYS IN NEED OF COMMITTED ADORERS.

If you would like to commit to a one hour of weekly Adoration, please contact : The Parish office at (408) 296-3000

Forms are also available in the Church. Thank you!


December 3 to 7, 2017 YEAR B

for the

The Luck of St. Lawrence is back! Tickets are now available at the Parish Office

YEAR!

Now on its

7th

Congratulations to Cole and Janet who won $500 on November 23, 2017.

The next drawing will be on December 16, 2017 for a $1,000 prize _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Remember that each ticket you buy now gives you 7 chances to win. Please return your sold ticket stubs with payment to the Parish Office since

the sooner you turn in your sold tickets, the more chances you have to win the prizes money.

Deadline: Tickets must be returned to the Parish Office on December 15, 2017 before 12 Noon for the drawing on December 16, 2017.

You can be

the next Lucky

Winner!


Office for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults

Diocese of San Jose Anthony Gonzalez

Phone: 1-408-983-0113 Fax: 1-408-983-0147

Emergency line: 1-408-983-0141 E-mail: [email protected]

Office of Financial Services If you suspect financial mismanagement

or misconduct in your parish, school, or in the Diocese of San Jose,

please contact: EthicsPoint dsj.ethicspoint.com

or hotline 888-325-7863

PALABRA QUE DA VIDA

Hoy primer domingo de Adviento, comenzamos una nueva etapa, un nuevo ciclo que en la Iglesia se llama ciclo B. Y queremos iniciar con un objetivo específico:

“Que esta pequeña reflexión de la palabra de Dios del domingo, no pase sin dejar una huella en nuestra alma, y dejar muchas buenas obras en nuestras manos. Se trata de responder al amor de Dios, con amor. ¡Sí con amor a Dios y al prójimo! ¡Se trata de vivir la espiritualidad del Agradecimiento! Una vez que conocemos que Dios nos ama, lo único que deberíamos desear es amarlo. Y para eso la palabra de Dios nos está dando las pistas, las ideas. El Señor nos está ayudando semana tras semana a averiguar cómo podemos hacer para amarle como él se merece, para agradecerle por el mucho amor que nos ha tenido Y concretamente esta semana, a través del evangelio nos dice: “Velad entonces, pues no sabéis cuándo vendrá el dueño de la casa, si al atardecer, o a medianoche, o al canto del gallo, o al amanecer: no sea que venga inesperadamente y os encuentre dormidos…”. (Mc 13, 33-37)

La palabra de Dios nos está invitando a velar, a preparar nuestra casa, que es nuestra alma; para que se encuentre bien dispuesta, a acoger a Jesús que esta ya cercano a su nacimiento.

¿Cómo podemos hacer para tenerla limpia y preparada? La propuesta para esta primera semana de adviento es la de despertar nuestra conciencia y afinarla, para evitar que se convierta en un órgano dormido, en un instrumento inútil. Afinar nuestra conciencia poniéndola en sintonía con Dios que nos habla a través de la Iglesia. Cuando a ti te parezca que algo no es malo, y sin embargo la Iglesia, el santo padre o los obispos, digan que no se puede hacer, entonces no lo dudes, el problema está en ti, tienes que poner tu conciencia en sintonía con Dios nuestro Señor, que habla a través de la jerarquía de la Iglesia. Si quieres limpiar tu casa, empieza por afinar tu conciencia, para que iluminada por la palabra y el magisterio de la Iglesia te diga que es lo que está mal, donde está el pecado, para que así lo puedas solucionar.

Pbro. Santiago Martin (FM) Responsable_MARC

Married Couples: Want to give each other something really special this Christmas?

How about a gift filled with Romance and Excitement? That's just the beginning of what you will receive on a

Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend.

The next Marriage Encounter Weekend is February 9-11, 2018 in San Jose.

For more information visit our website at: sanjosewwme.org or contact Ken & Claranne at [email protected]

or 408-782-1413.

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