Our Dream Continues- In service to all Campaign Update

When our campaign ended in June of 2016 our outstanding loan from the Dioceses for the construction of the Religious Education Center was $849,235.64. Pledge payments and “Pink Envelope” contributions have allowed us to repay $209,936.61 as of June 25^th.  Our current balance is $639,299.03.

In addition to the amount we have repaid we also incurred and paid approximately $30,563.39 in interest charges.

Thank you to all those who made pledges and are fulfilling their commitment, and parishioners who continue to use their “Pink Envelopes”.
 
Bishop Soto’s ONE CAMPAIGN Update

Our campaign had two parts the repayment of our loan and a required contribution to the Diocese ONE campaign conducted to provide support for Catholic education, care for retired Diocesan priest, improve our ability to communicate with our Spanish speaking community, and provide for social services and expand youth ministry opportunities.  Our allotted contribution is $158,600.  As of February 9^th we have paid $52,866.68, leaving us a balance of $105,733.32.

Your commitment to our Parish is truly outstanding.  Thank You!

 “Spiritual Bouquet” envelopes are available for the upcoming Mothers Day celebration. You will find them in the entrance ways of the church. You are invited to list the names of your mothers, living and deceased, return the envelopes and they will remain on the altar for the remainder of the month of May.

 Fireworks Booth

The Knights Fireworks Booth will open at12:00noon on Tuesday, June 28th—and will be open daily from 9:00am to dark through July 4th. Please plan to buy your fireworks from your St. Paul Knights of Columbus. Watch the bulletin for discount offers.

 Donuts and Coffee

The Knights will be hosting donuts on Sunday June 25th. This takes place either in the parish hall, or on the plaza in front of church, weather permitting. Come and enjoy donuts, coffee, hot chocolate and tea for just a donation.

 Parish Breakfast

We are sorry there will be no Parish Breakfast from July to September due to the Independence Day Holiday and the parish hall will be used for the White Elephant Sale preparation during the month of July. See you all for faith fellowship next August.

 Join the Knights of Columbus

If you would like to find out more about becoming a Knight please ask any Knight, they should all be wearing their name badges, or call Roger Tafoya at (916) 936- 3810.

Pictures of the 2016 St. Paul Crab Feed online - see them here.

The Sacramento Life Center cordially invites you to join them for their Ribbon Cutting and Open House at their new home at 2316 Bell Executive Lane on JULY 13TH at 4:30-7:00pm/ Join us fr the Ribbon cutting followed by guided tours of the new facility, come enjoy some music, wine, appetizers and of course—Leatherby’s ice cream.

 The Diocese is offering a TEEN WEEK during July 30-August 5. The theme of the week is Survivor, and this is a great time for those youth who think they are too old for Traditional Camp, but still want that summer camp experience. Know that there will be other older campers in camp and help customize the program just for you.

Help contribute to the St. Paul Building Fund as we plan another Bus Trip. This time we are going to JACKSON RANCHERIA CASINO.

Date: June 22nd

Boarding time: 8:45am

Departure time & place: 9:00am church parking lot

Fare: $30.00

Refund: $20.00

For information and reservations please call:

Rose Basos: 381-3845, Paz Cajucom 599-9166, Emilia Dones 849-5617, or Naty Fontillas 362-7541

 Loaves and Fishes have made a request for the following items. All can be delivered to the warehouse at 1351 North C St, Mon-Fri 7:00am to 3:00pm. You can also leave your donations at the rectory office and we will be glad to take them to Loaves and Fishes for you.

Gently used Adult Tennis Shoes
Bus Passes
Toothbrushes
Baby Wipes
Metal Forks
Ground Coffee
Back Packs
Small Toothpaste
Postage stamps

Dog food and pet supplies to help our guests and pets —pet food, collars, carriers, blankets, etc.

As the guests enter the Loaves and Fishes area there are so many stories of love, danger, pain and suffering, hope and strength. Loaves and Fishes has created a new website where you can read first hand accounts of the stories that take place daily at Loaves and Fishes.

Please visit: http://stories.sacloaves.org  to start. 

All of your donations will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you to those who made a gift to the 2017 Annual Catholic Appeal. Your gift will make a difference in someone’s life.

As of MAY 25, 2017, 378 parishioners have partici- pated in the Appeal, totaling $5,041 in gift and pledges. If you have not yet made a donation, it’s not too late! No contribution, no act of charity is ever too small or insig- nificant. Don’t forget 25% of what you give is returned to the parish. This year Appeal funds will be used to sup- port our parish Social Justice Ministty.

Mother Mary’s Baby Shower

 Baby items are still being collected for our "Mother Mary's Baby Shower" to be donated to Maryhouse. A big “thank you” to those who have already brought items. The items requested for babies, whose mothers are homeless, or living in extreme poverty: Sizes 5 & 6 diapers, baby food, pull-ups for toddlers, baby bottles, new baby blankets, pacifiers, and baby cereal, maternity clothes.Boxes for your donations are in the entrances of the church, or you may bring them to the parish office during office hours.

We will deliver all the donations on May 12th to Maryhouse, located at Loaves & Fishes, by members of the Social Justice Ministry. Your generosity is appreciated. If you would prefer to make a monetary donation please mark "Social Justice Ministry.” On the outside of the envelope and place it in the collection basket.

Did you know?

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. It is most appropriate that Child Abuse Prevention Month is held during the Easter season. There is no better time than Easter to celebrate the protection of our most valuable gift from God—our children.

A Prayer for Healing

Holy Spirit, comforter of hearts, Heal your peoples’ wounds and transform brokenness into wholeness. 
Grant us the courage and wisdom humility and grace to act with justice. Breathe wisdom into our prayers and labors.
Grant that all harmed by abuse may find peace and justice. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen

Pastoral Assistance for Victims of Sexual Abuse

The Diocese of Sacramento provides pastoral care to persons who have suffered sexual abuse by members of the Catholic clergy and other Catholic Church workers.

Please call toll free at 866-777-9133 if you are seeking assistance in coping with this tragic situation. Assistance is available both in English and Spanish.

 Divorced and looking for closure? Remarried and yearning to return to the sacraments?

The Diocesan Tribunal has lay people, deacons and priests trained as Parish Advocates who assist and accompany people seeking an annulment. If you, or someone you know is thinking about an annulment, contact the Tribunal by phone (916) 733-0225 or by email at TribunalDept@scd.org. We are happy to answer your questions and help you get started.

“Myths of Annulments”

 Myth #1: “An annulment will make my children illegitimate.”

TRUTH: An annulment has no civil effect and does not change the status or “legitimacy” of children.

Myth # 2 “It’s just a “Catholic divorce.”

TRUTH: The purpose of a civil divorce is to declare the end of a marriage. The purpose of an annulment is to determine the truth regarding the validity of a marriage at the time of the exchange of consent and thereby determine the status of the parties in the Catholic Church.

Myth #3 ”Marriages held outside a Catholic Church don’t count, therefore, no annulment is needed.

TRUTH: The Catholic Church presumes all marriages between a man and a woman are valid until proven otherwise. This includes marriages of Catholics, unbaptized persons, non-Christians and atheists and includes marriages held at a church, winery, wedding chapel, backyard, beach, etc.

 Myth #4 “Annulments are expensive -If you don’t have the money you can’t get one.”

TRUTH: A formal case fee is $600. However, no one is turned away due to lack of ability to pay.

Myth #5 “Once you submit the paperwork it’s a slam dunk.”

TRUTH: There are no guarantees about an annulment. Each case is looked at individually because each situation is different, Not all cases are created equal. Some are more complicated. Not all cases submitted are granted annulments.

Myth #6 “If you are a big donor to the Church an annulment is always granted.”

TRUTH: Annulments cannot be bought. Donations, long term participation in a parish have no bearing on an annulment. One cannot “shop around” for an annulment, all tribunals follow the same procedures.

 Myth #7  ”It takes three to five years to get an annulment.”

TRUTH: Most formal cases heard in the Sacramento Tribunal are finished in less than a year. Much depends on the participation of the parties and their witnessed to ensure a timely resolution to the case.

Myth #8 “Only Catholics need an annulment.”

TRUTH: To marry a Catholic in the Church, both parties— whether Catholic or not—must be free to marry. Any and all previous marriages must be addressed. Persons who have divorced and remarried civilly without an annulment, and wish to become Catholic, must have their previous marriage(s) examined by the Tribunal before being baptized or received into the Church.

 Myth #9 ”A divorced person is excommunicated and cannot receive Communion without an annulment”

TRUTH: Divorced Catholics may receive Communion. Catholics who are divorced and remarried civilly without an annulment  cannot receive Communion. In neither case are they excommunicated.

Myth #10 “If my spouse does not want to participate, an annulment is impossible to get.”

TRUTH: The former spouse has a right to participate in the case. However if she/he does not participate in a formal case it still moves forward. Some types of cases do not require participation of a former spouse. The Tribunal determines the best possible way to proceed depending on the situation.

For more information or direction for a possible annulment contact the Tribunal by phone at (916) 733-0225, or email at TribunalDept@scd.org

The summit of the Liturgical Year is the Easter Triduum—from the evening of Holy Thursday to the evening of Easter Sunday. Though chronologically three days, they are liturgically one day unfolding for us the unity of Christ's Paschal Mystery.

The single celebration of the Triduum marks the end of the Lenten season, and leads to the Mass of the Resurrection of the Lord at the Easter Vigil.

The liturgical services that take place during the Triduum are:

• Mass of the Lord's Supper
• Good Friday of the Lord's Passion
• Mass of the Resurrection of the Lord
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