St. Paul Catholic Church

SAINT JUAN DIEGO (1474-1547) December 9

How well Mary’s own words describe Juan Diego: “God has cast down the mighty from their thrones and lifted up the lowly” (Luke 1:52). Through him, for the diverse peoples of the Americas, indigenous and immigrant, the Mother of God became known as their Mother, too. Cuauhtlatzin, his given name, means “One Who Speaks Like an Eagle,” and Juan Diego faithfully delivered the Virgin’s request that a church be built at Tepeyac where she had appeared to him.

To the skeptical bishop’s request for a sign, Our Lady showed Juan Diego roses blooming through stony ground, despite winter’s cold. When he unfolded his tilma to present them to the bishop, imprinted there was Mary’s image! Her blue sash and the flower over her womb were traditional Aztec symbols of pregnancy and new life. But her features were those of a mestiza, indicating mixed Aztec-European heritage. Thus to peoples too easily prone to a “clash of cultures,” Our Lady of Guadalupe remains the enduring icon of unity-indiversity, the fruit of our one baptism into Jesus, her Son.

Help contribute to the St. Paul Building Fund to help us reduce our Diocesan Loan for the Religious Education Center.

We are planning another Bus Trip.

This time we are going to the Hard Rock Casino

Date:                   January 16, 2020
Boarding Time:    8:45am
Departure Time:  9:00am
Location:             St. Paul Parking Lot
Cost:                   $35.00
Refund:               $20.00 free play
                            10% off food coupon

For more information call:

• Emililia Dones: 849-5617
• Naty Fontillas 363-7541
• Paz Cajucom 599-9166
• Rose Basos 381-3845
• Virgie Monteagudo 477-0856

"Let Us Come Together In Prayer"
In Preparation For The Coming Of Our Lord, Jesus Christ

"Simbang Gabi - Posada"

The origin of the Advent Novena “Simbang Gabi” traces its roots in Mexico when the Pope granted the petition of Fray Diego de Sorio to hold Christmas Mass outdoors in 1587 as the Church could not accommodate large crowds. During olden times, the pre-dawn mass is announced by ringing of church bells.

"Posada"is a Spanish word for “inn” and the Posadas Navideñas, which recall events leading up to the Nativity of Jesus, are a centerpiece of Christmas traditions in Mexico. There is usually at least one Posada taking place in a neighborhood of every town every night between the 16^thand 24^thof December.
 
As One Catholic Faith Community, St Paul Ministries and other different Religious groups are called together to lead and prepare our parish community during the time of Advent, every year.  
 
Parishioners are encouraged to come and join the nine days of prayer, worship, and fellowship in waiting, watching, and celebration of the Nativity of Jesus at Christmas as well as HIS second coming.

This annual 9-day Novena and Mass celebration starts on December 15^th and ends December 23rd.  The event highlights with Novena at 6:30 pm followed by the Mass at 7:00 pm, and of course, a festive reception is always a part of the celebration each night.  This brings and unites the two major national customs into these nine days of religious observance. 

The Advent Novena tradition of “Simbang Gabi” and “Posada” customs continue strongly to this day in our parish. It is a significant custom not only because it strengthens relationship among family members, but also because it is the time when our faith is intensified. 

It is a spiritual preparation for Christmas, the birth of Jesus Christ.
 
Questions? See the poster for more information or call the parish office (916) 381-5200

Mark your calendars for December 14th and 15th for our annual Christmas Fair. If you would like to be a vendor, or have questions please calll Michelle Eck at (916) 524-5097

For more details click here to see the flyer.

Loaves and Fishes ask for help in providing basic needs for people experiencing homelessness!

Winter Needs List:

Seasonal: Sleeping bags, tarps and blankets, jackets and coats, umbrellas and rain ponchos. Hats, gloves and scarves,

General: Toilet paper, travel sized toiletries, tooth brushes and toothpaste. Disposable razors, Brushes and combs, backpack, bicycle locks, Flashlights and batteries. Sewing kits, Gift card

Adults: Socks and underwear, shoes, reading glasses, feminine hygiene products

Children: Diapers, underwear and socks, bottles and sippy cups, baby food and juices.

Winter is fast approaching and it becomes a difficult time for those who call the streets their home. Our Social Justice Ministry is once again collecting items for the homeless.

This year we will be collecting scarves, gloves, mittens and especially chapsticks.

You can leave your donations in the bins at the entrances of the church, or drop them off at the rectory office during office hours.

God bless you for your generosity.

Faith in Action
Faith, Family, Community and Life
 

We help our local area by sponsoring an Adopt a Street. Twice a year we clean up a stretch of Florin Road near the parish. This is an activity open to all volunteers so please keep an eye out for our future date.

Our annual Crab Feed is just around the corner, scheduled for FEBRUARY 8th, 2020 so please save the date. Tickets will be going on sale towards the end of November.

As Knights, we put our Faith into Action. What a beautiful way to model God’s calling to our families. So get involved, become a Knight today. If you would like to know more about the COMMUNITY programs we are currently involved in or programs that could possibly coordinated, please reach out to us at mothersetoncouncil6922@gmail.com

Thank you.

Thank you everyone for your donations that helped us fill our Thanksgiving Baskets for the needy. Your generosity was greatly appreciated.

 To honor the sacrifice and service of our veterans and active duty members of St. Paul Catholic Church, Father Joyle blessed the mounted board in the South vestibule on Saturday, November 11, 2017.

We pay tribute to all men and women in uniform both in the past and the present.

Families may bring a 3” x 5” photo of active duty military members to be placed in the Prayer Board.

Contact Roger Tafoya at (916) 936-3810 with any questions.

Click here to see the photo album.

 Please pray for the following Active Duty members of our families
serving in the Armed Forces

Funeral & Memorials November 1 - October 31

Your prayers are requested for the families and friends of St. Paul Parish whose funerals or memorial Masses were celebrated during the 2018-2019 church year.

Eternal rest grant them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen!

Taeko Tekverk	Edward Shunney	Dorothy Olivera
Tanner Dixon	Roberto dela Vega Jr.	Natividad Fortuno
Linda Jones	Carolina Pascual	Helen Sophia
David Moore	Max Mendoza	Max Mendoza
Manny Viernes	Jack Steele	Valerie Daclan
Joan Wise	Laura Guilford	Teresa Robles
Eveangelina Venegas	Erlinda Siopongco	Rafael Aguayo
Mitsuko Monaco	Heliodoro Magana	Max Ingham
Rev. Benedict DeLeon Jr.	Remigio Gulmatico	Sonia Blanco
Mitsuko Monaco	Lawrence Bielby	Marguerite Morrison
Policarpo Pimentel	Corazon Bien