THE CHAIR OF ST. PETER THE APOSTLE

In brushing up for “Catholic Jeopardy,” it might help to know that there is only one feast on the calendar for a thing, rather than a person or mystery. It’s for a chair: Saint Peter’s chair in fact.

After the Resurrection, there can be no doubt that the disciples reserved a special place for Simon Peter in the upper room. Later, Peter became the bishop of Antioch in today’s Syria, the place where we were first called Christians. From there, he went to Rome, the center of the Empire, where it is said that Peter sat in a chair in the house of Priscilla and Aquila to instruct his flock.

Jesus, in entrusting the keys of the Kingdom to Peter and his successors, entrusted his compassion and mercy to them, and charged them with pointing to the Kingdom of God. Compassion and mercy are to resonate through their teaching.

Since the ancient sign of a teacher is the chair (“disciple” literally means one who sits at the feet of a teacher), Peter’s chair has long been treasured. Today there is a symbolic shrine of Peter’s chair above the main altar of St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. This monument is the last work of Bernini, a huge bronze throne supported by four doctors of the Church: Augustine and Ambrose from the Western Church, and Chrysostom and Athanasius from the East. High above it is the alabaster window of the descent of the Holy Spirit.

St. Paul Parishioners and Guests,

Since Father Felipe moved-on to further his retirement in his homeland, the Philippines, the Parish had to made adjustments to its pastoral services, specifically with Daily Weekday Masses. 

I appreciate it that you take note of the changes and adjust your schedule accordingly and also, communicate the changes to other parishioners you know who attend Daily Weekday Masses.

There will not be daily masses on Wednesdays. Below is the weekday mass schedule unless there is a holiday. Please see the weekly bulletins and listen to the Mass announcements for current schedules.

Daily Weekday Mass Schedule:  Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday - 8:00 am (Chapel)​​​​​​​

Thank you for your understanding and support,

Father Joyle Martinez

Pastor

 What are the “O” Antiphons of Advent?

All Souls Envelopes can be found at the back of the church. If you would like to write the names of your deceased loved ones on the envelope and return it, all envelopes will remain on the altar for the month of November

The Knights of Columbus invite all parishioners to join with them to peacefully pray to end abortion.

We will participate in the 40 Days for Life Campaign on Friday, November 1st from 4:00pm to 6:00pm on the public sidewalk in front of the Family Planning Associates abortion business, located at 2322 Butano Dr. Sacramento.

We pray that with God’s help, we will put an end to abortion.

For more information about 40 Days for Life please visit their website:

https:/www,40daysforlife.com/local-campaign/sacramento/

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED!

Our Bereavement Ministry mission is to assist families in both spiritual and corporal ways to aid in the loss of a loved one.

The ministry participates in vigil service, the burial mass and in providing comfort and a place for family members to meet and remember their loved ones.

The Bereavement Ministry provides desserts and salads to supplement food the family provides at receptions following the funeral of members of their families. The ministry is reaching out to parish members to join with this ministry and help provide the desserts and salads needed for these receptions.

Volunteering to help requires providing a dessert, or salad to feed approximately 5 people

Members are normally only solicited to provide food once a month.

The support volunteers providing food are greatly appreciated by the families of deceased members, and is a vital part of the corporal work of mercy to bury the dead.

If you would like to join this vital ministry please call the rectory office (916)381-5200.

Nov 1st—All Saints Day - This is a Holy Day of Obligation

Mass: 8:00am in English

6:00pm in Bilingual

Nov 2nd– All Souls Day

Mass: 8:00am in Bilingual

4:00pm Mass - 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time
 

Hosted by the Bereavement Ministry, the annual “Mass of Remembrance” was held on Monday, November 11th at 6:30pm, as we remember and pay homage and respect to those of our parish community who have left this earthly life during the past year.

Click here to see photos

Help contribute to reduce our diocesan loan by joining us on another bus trip to Jackson Casino.

Date: March 19, 2020

Boarding time: 8:45am

—Departure 9:00am

Cost: $30.00

Refund: $20.00

For more information call:

• Emililia Dones: 849-5617
• Naty Fontillas 363-7541
• Paz Cajucom 599-9166
• Rose Basos 381-3845
• Virgie Monteagudo 477-0856
• Norma 688-8769

Mon December 24th Christmas Eve

8:00am Daily Mass

3:30pm Children’s Play

4:00pm Mass

7:00pm Mass

10:30pm Mass

Tues. December 25th—Christmas Day

9:00am Mass

11:00am Mass

1:00pm Spanish Mass

Mon: December 31st—New Year’s Eve

6:30pm Mass

Tues Jan. 1st—New Year’s Day

10:00am English Mass

1:00pm Spanish Mass

"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

THIS WEEKEND!

Saturday: 11:00 to 7:00pm

Saturday Lunch: - Hot dogs, chips and soda

Saturday dinner: 5pm Ribs, potatoes, salad & green beans

Sunday: 8:30am to 4:00pm

Sunday breakfast: 8:30-11:00am:  Pozale or Quiche

Sunday lunch: 12:00—3:00pm:  Chile, rice, beans & tortilla
 

Theme basket raffle * Other raffle prizes

VISIT WITH SANTA:  Sunday—12:00pm to 3:00pm

JOIN US!!!

For more details click here to see the flyer.

Thanksgiving Day—Mass will be at 10::00am.

We invite you to bring an item from your Thanksgiving meal to be blessed. Items should be placed on the steps in front of the altar.

Our Dream Continues – In Service to all Campaign Update.
 
Our Campaign officially ended in July.  Our contract with Walsh and Associates ends on February 1, 2020.  Parishioners who pledged and those using PINK envelopes have demonstrated a true love for our Parish and a dedication to providing state of the art classrooms for our children enrolled in CFF.  A few of us are continuing to make pledge payments and many others are continuing their support to repay the loan the Diocese made to us to construct the Religious Education Center.  When the active solicitation ended in June of 2016 our outstanding loan from the Diocese, for the construction of the Religious Education Center, was $849,235.64.  Pledge payments and “Pink Envelope” contributions have allowed us to repay $505,955.65. As of December 31 ,2019 our loan balance was $343,279.99
 
In addition to the amount we have repaid we also incurred and paid $67,044.35 in interest charges.
 
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, provide for social services, and expand youth ministry opportunities.  Our allotted contribution was $158,600.00.  Your generosity allowed us to fulfill our obligation to the Bishops One campaign.
 
 
            Your commitment to our Parish is truly outstanding.  Thank You!