PARISH ANNUAL REPORT

On the weekend of the16th & 17th of October, the Parish Finance Council will do the Annual Parish Financial Report. The Profit and Loss of the last Fiscal Year (2020-2021) and the Annual Budget for the new Fiscal Year (2021-2022) submitted to the diocese will be reported to the congregation in all the masses.

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OCTOBER: THE MONTH OF THE HOLY ROSARY

It has been made as a tradition of the church to dedicate the month of October to be a HOLY ROSARY MONTH praying and asking the protection of our Blessed Mother.

It traces back its history from the famous battle at Lepan- to. The Turks in the mid 1500's were gaining ground in their conquest of Europe. The Mediterranean trade routes were controlled by the Turks then. Venice was the center of art and culture during that time and they were frightened that they soon be subjected to the Turks. With the demand of the Turks that Cyprus should surrender to them, "the Venetians appealed to Pope Pius V, who as- sembled a multinational naval expedition that engaged the Turks at Lepanto, near the Bay of Corinth on October 7, 1571. Pius V, a Dominican friar, prayed the rosary throughout the battle and attributed the victory to the intercession of the Blessed Virgin. Hence the feast of Our Lady of the Rosary (which was first called the feast of Our Lady of Victory) on October 7. But the Pontiff’s were not the only prayers addressed that day to the Mother of God. The Christian troops are said to have prayed the rosary throughout the night be- fore the battle, and some sources say that the rhythmic repetition of the prayer thoroughly frightened and demor- alized the Turkish host." (Fr. Reginald Martin, OP of the Dominican Friars - Province of the Most Holy Name of Jesus) If the Turks would have been successful, Europe would have been a Muslim continent. Christianity would have died in Europe. Perhaps we are not even Christians now.

To commemorate this historical event of Christianity and to give thanks to God through the Blessed Virgin Mary, we will be praying the Holy Rosary 15 minutes before the masses on weekends throughout the month of October. We will be asking the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary to end this pandemic, to heal the victims of this pandemic both the affected and the families of the de- ceased, for peace and justice in the world, for good weather and prosperity. If Mary had interceded for that miracle at Lepanto, she could also do that for us. Join us in praying the rosary before all the masses. Queen of the Holy Rosary pray for us. Amen.

NEWLY BAPTIZED CHILDREN (SPANISH)

Let us welcome our newly added members of the Catholic Church particularly in St. Paul Church. They were baptized last October 2. They are: ABIGAIL SILVA GARCIA, OLIVER LARI- OS MANCILLA, CAMILA URTEAGA, ROMEL CORLEONE MUÑOZ MACHUCA, LEO EUSTOLIO MACHUCA, ALAN RA- MOS SALAZAR, ZOEY CATLEYA RAMOS SALAZAR, OLIVER REY CHANCHAVAC, GAEL ALEXANDER CHAVEZ, AGUILAR ROSIE MARISOL MENDEZ OLIVEROS, KENDRICK LUCIO GOMEZ

SPECIAL FIRST COMMUNION

Last Sunday in the Spanish Mass, two sisters received the Body of Christ for the first time. It was a special arrangement for them, since they did not have the chance to receive it last year. They were fully prepared and had undergone the necessary formation for children receiving the Sacrament. Congratulations to VALENTINA RAMIREZ and VICTORIA RAMIREZ. May you continue to nourish yourself with the Word of God and the Body and Blood of Christ every weekend and every time you participate in the Holy Eucharist throughout the year.

PARISH ANNUAL REPORT

On the weekend of the 16th & 17th of October, the Parish Finance Council will do the Annual Parish Financial Report. The Profit and Loss of the last Fiscal Year (2020- 2021) and the Annual Budget for the new Fiscal Year (2021-2022) submitted to the diocese will be reported to the congregation in all the masses.

WE ARE CALLED TO BE MINISTERS

Being baptized and confirmed do not end just there. We are not just passive Christians but are expected to be active Christians. Do you remember the parable of the talents? God is expecting us to make use of those talents and not just keep or bury them on the ground. We are called to grow in our faith by our participation in the work evangelization. One of the ways in which we can do this is to join a ministry or two to bear fruits in our faith. It would be a blessing on our part and also on the church. It is a way of serving the church and God too. Whatever we received as a blessing, we return it as a blessing too in the ministries.

On the first page of this bulletin you can find the different areas of the ministry of our church. Find one that befits your charisma and call the respective chairperson to join.

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FLOWER AND PLANT DECORATIONS

Adding natural decorations to our church to enhance our Liturgical Worship is commendable. We are aware that flowers are expensive but if we each contribute a little of what we have then we can buy more flowers and plants for the weekend. We, therefore, are appealing to your generosity for CHURCH FLOWER donors and sponsors every weekend. Thank you very much.
PHISING SCAM

It is the time of the year again that people take advantage of other people especially during this time of pandemic. This is not new. They have been doing this in the past years.

Some parishioners are receiving texts messages and emails posing to be priests and using our names. Do not be gullible with these e-mails and texts. Do not reply to their messages. If you do, next time that they e-mail you, they will be asking for “help” or “assistance.” They will ask you to buy gift cards for them and then will request you to send the numbers of the cards.

We priests are not soliciting gift cards or asking you to buy gift cards for us because we have no time to buy them ourselves. Our names may appear in the e-mail or in the text message but those are not our e-mail addresses and phone numbers.

Just ignore them. Block their e-mail addresses. Do not be fooled by them.
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2021: YEAR OF ST. JOSEPH

Selected Prayers in Honor of Saint Joseph:

From the conclusion of the Apostolic Letter Patris Corde

Hail, Guardian of the Redeemer,

Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

To you God entrusted his only Son;

in you Mary placed her trust;

with you Christ became man.

Blessed Joseph, to us too,

show yourself a father

and guide us in the path of life.

Obtain for us grace, mercy and courage,

and defend us from every evil. Amen.

Saint Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary*

Grant, we pray, almighty God,

that by Saint Joseph’s intercession

your Church may constantly watch over

the unfolding of the mysteries of human salvation,

whose beginnings you entrusted to his faithful care.

Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Votive Mass of Saint Joseph*

O God, who in your inexpressible providence

Were pleased to choose Saint Joseph

as spouse of the most holy Mother of your Son,

grant, we pray,

that We, who revere him as our protector on earth,

may be Worthy of his heavenly intercession.

Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Saint Joseph the Worker*

O God, Creator of all things,

who laid down for the human race the law of work,

graciously grant

that by the example of Saint Joseph and under his patronage

we may complete the works you set us to do

and attain the rewards you promise.

Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph*

O God, who were pleased to give us

the shining example of the Holy Family,

graciously grant that We may imitate them

in practicing the virtues of family life

and in the bonds of charity,

and so, in the joy of your house,

delight one day in eternal rewards.

Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

For Various Needs: For the Family*

O God, in Whose eternal design

family life has its firm Foundation,

look with compassion on the prayers of your servants

and grant that, following the example

of the Holy Family of your only Begotten Son

in practicing the virtues of family life

and in the bonds of charity

we may, in the joy of your house,

delight one day in eternal rewards.

Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

*taken from the Roman Missal
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JOURNEY WITH ST. JOSEPH PILGRIMAGE

• June 19, 2021 (Father’s Day weekend) – December 7, 2021
• Learn more: www.scd.org/journey-st-joseph

Pilgrim Mechanics

1. A Pilgrim’s Prayer Booklet will be provided.
2. Pilgrims may sign a guest book as they enter the pilgrim church. Pilgrims should venerate the Blessed Sacrament and proceed to the statue or image of St. Joseph.
3. The last church to be visited will be the St. Joseph Church nearest your parish; it can also be your own parish named after him.

Guidelines upon Visiting the Pilgrim Churches

1. Pilgrims must pray the Act of Consecration to St. Joseph at the image of St. Joseph or some prescribed prayers for St. Joseph especially the ones in the pilgrim’s prayer booklet.

2. If possible, pilgrims should attend the celebration of the Eucharist in one of the pilgrim churches.
3. Pilgrims are encouraged to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation in one of the pilgrim churches.

4. Pilgrims are encouraged to bring something for the poor (like non-perishable groceries, food vouchers/visa cards, etc.) to one of the pilgrim churches.

Special Tips

1. The Pilgrimage is about 6 months long. There is enough time to complete the journey, but expect that the number of pilgrims will be doubled as the period comes to a close.
2. Most pilgrim sites are open Saturdays 8am - 5pm. Pilgrims are always encouraged to call the parish office during weekday business hours to assist with planning. Note that there might be a baptism, wedding, funeral, etc happening while you visit the church it is advised that pilgrims remain

EXCERPT FROM THE BISHOP'S LETTER TO PRIESTS: COVID19 VACCINATION'S PERSONAL CHOICE
The Congregation for the Doctrine of Faith and the Doctrine Committee of the USCCB have reminded us of the moral obligations of charity. The individual disciple of the Lord Jesus should not only look to one’s own personal benefit but also to the common good of public health that will be served by receiving the vaccine. 
Anyone who chooses not to receive the vaccination for religious reasons does so on basis of their own personal conscience. The pastor is not obligated to provide his personal or ecclesial endorsement for such a personal choice.
Members of the faithful who choose not to be vaccinated are encouraged to properly inform their conscience. They should also keep in mind the moral obligations of charity to care for others in the community, especially the most vulnerable. Charity will require reasonable, concrete actions to protect others from possible infection such as wearing masks and limiting social contact.

EXCERPT OF BISHOP SOTO'S LETTER TO PRIESTS: OPPOSITION TO SB 245
I invite the faithful to write or call their state representatives during the week of August 23-27, 2021, to oppose SB 245, which expands abortion by removing deductibles, co-payments, and other cost-sharing. Clergy and the faithful can visit the webpage, www.scd.org/sb245. You will find more information about SB245, a sample letter to send to your district member, a call script to reach out to your state representative, and petitions for the General Intercessions. 
SB 245 will make only one "choice" more accessible for women in California: the abortion of an unborn child. At the same time, prenatal care and post-natal services continue to have significant co-pays and deductible costs. Reducing the co-pay for abortions urges women, usually those who are poor and isolated, to choose abortion in the absence of any alternative support to bring their child to birth. Women and their children deserve better.
It is important to voice our opposition to this attack on the dignity of human life. This bill violates this covenant of life and love by discarding those who are seen as useless and inconvenient. The sufferings of the pandemic have made it clear that we are all essential in the eyes of God.
We must care for one another, especially the most vulnerable. This summer has been busy both at the Federal and State legislature regarding protecting the life of the unborn child. I thank many of you that were able to help us with the Hyde Amendment petition and letter signing. Please continue to promote this effort. May the intercession of our Blessed Mother Mary and St. Joseph help us be joyful messengers of the Lord Jesus, promoting the gospel of life.
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This is the letter of Bishop Soto to priests dated July 7,

2021 RE: HYDE AMMENDMENT

Dear Brothers:

Please encourage parishioners to communicate with their congressmembers and senators before July 16th, urging them to include the Hyde Amendment in the appropriation legislation. Direct them to https://www.notaxpayerabortion.com/.

Parishioners may also send an electronic message directly to their US Senators and Representative at: https:// www.votervoice.net/USCCB/Campaigns/86502/Respond.

The Hyde Amendment has been a consistent, annual legislation passed with bipartisan support to prohibit the use of federal tax dollars for abortion. Some of the Congressional Leadership now want to take away the Hyde Amendment so federal taxpayer dollars will pay for abortions.

When government offers a woman a free abortion instead of the resources she needs to care for her child, it is not “choice,” but coercion. The sad tragedy of abortion becomes further normalized in the culture. Taxpayer dollars would be far better spent supporting women in crisis pregnancies and struggling new mothers so that no woman ever feels economic pressure to have an abortion.

The Hyde Amendment has been credited with saving over 2.4 million lives, and without it, the current abortion rate would likely go up significantly. This will be a significant change, undermining a longstanding political consensus against the federal support of abortion. The members of Congress must hear from a massive number of people before it votes on taxpayerfunded abortion during the second half of July.

The USCCB has launched a campaign for Catholics to raise their voices on behalf of women. Invite the parishioners to join this nationwide effort. Easy, ready-to-use tools from the USCCB are provided for you and your staff at https://www.respectlife.org/no-taxpayer-abortion. As Pope Francis has said, “The future of humanity ... is fundamentally in the hands of peoples and in their ability to organize.” It is critically important for Catholics to send a strong message before Congress moves forward to impose taxpayer-funded abortion. Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Let us ask the intercession of our Blessed Mother Mary and St. Joseph, her chaste spouse, so that the wisdom and mercy of the Lord Jesus may guide us to promote a culture of life in our Nation.

Respectfully,
+Jaime Soto
Bishop of Sacramento

Bishop Soto urges Catholics in the Diocese of Sacramento to oppose Senate Bills 380 & 245

The California Senate will be voting on two lifethreatening bills in the coming weeks. I urge Catholics to tell their state Senator to oppose these two bills that target the vulnerable lives of children and the frail elderly.

During this time of pandemic, we have come to understand how connected we are to one another. We have learned how much children and those with vulnerable health depend on us for care, compassion and companionship. Both bills, originating out of the State Senate violate this covenant of life and love by discarding those who are seen as useless and unnecessary. The Pandemic has made clear that we are all essential in the eyes of God.

Senate Bill 245 seeks to remove co-pay cost sharing for all abortion services and would prohibit cost sharing from being imposed on Medical beneficiaries. Let your lawmakers know that women deserve better than abortion and they should instead fund life-affirming services in a patient’s health care plan.

Senate Bill 380 would seek to expand access to assisted suicide, eliminate the current safeguards and sunset provisions in the current assisted suicide law. Visit https:// cacatholic.org/action-alerts to take action today.