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St. Jude's Catholic Church
3824 Mitchell Road, Ceres, CA 95307 209-537-0516 stjudechurchceres@gmail.com ● Office Hours: Mon-Fri. 10 am-5 pm (Closed for lunch 12:00 - 1:00 pm) Rev. Gustavo Quintero V., Pastor ● Welcome to our Church to worship the Lord, our God. |
COVID-19 Updates
Our Current Mass Times at Gazebo ● WEEKDAYS N/A. ● SATURDAY: 4:00 pm (English) ● SUNDAY: 12:00 pm (English) 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm, & 4:00 pm (Spanish) This schedule is subject to change without notice. |
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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2020
First Sunday of Advent Written by THE FAITHFUL DISCIPLE
GROW AS A DISCIPLE | PRAY, STUDY, ENGAGE, SERVE
Sometimes I grow nostalgic for the laid-back Advents of my childhood: making a list for Santa, digging into the perforated cardboard Advent calendar for chocolate for breakfast, and lighting the Advent wreath (fire!) each Sunday. We all know, however, that the season can quickly become usurped by things to do – shopping, family, cleaning, etc. Today’s readings remind us that this is not what Advent is about. The tone in our Scriptures which begin the Advent season is not subtle. Isaiah asks God to return, to “rend the heavens and come down” – to save and deliver his people. The psalm is equally adamant: “Lord, make us turn to you.” We, as a Church, are waiting for the fullness of the Kingdom on earth, and we must prepare. GO EVANGELIZE | PRAYER, INVITATION, WITNESS, ACCOMPANIMENT I’m a cradle Catholic, but for me, Advent was always about waiting to celebrate the birth of Christ. I love pulling out the Nativity scene and lighting the candles each week leading to the celebration of Christ’s birth. Only in recent years have I grown in awareness of the dual meaning of Advent – that we Christians also are waiting for Christ’s Second Coming at the end of time. I admit, it’s always seemed to me something far into the future and perhaps not applicable to my lifetime here on earth. However, as Jesus reminds us in the Gospel, “You do not know when the Lord of the house is coming.” And while this is true, it not something to fear, but something to prepare for and look forward to! We wait in joyful hope, asking for the grace to remain faithful to our baptism and to live in a way that makes Christ’s presence known to others. STUDY Remember the pre-pandemic holidays? Chances are, you’ve got some extra time on your hands this season. Why not use it to take a deeper dive into Advent this year, by participating in an online Bible study or reading and praying with the Scriptures each day of Advent. |
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RUBY JUBILEE 40yrs
CONGRATULATIONS
FR. GUSTAVO QUINTERO V ON THE 40th ANNIVERSARY OF YOUR ORDINATION November 29 1980-2020 AD MULTOS ANNOS! |
PARISH NEWS
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CATHOLIC MASS ONLINE
CATHOLIC TV SUNDAY MASS FROM EWTN CHAPEL DAILY TV MASS | DAILY HOLY MASS LIVE ONLINE The institution of the Eucharist |
1337 The Lord, having loved those who were his own, loved them to the end. Knowing that the hour had come to leave this world and return to the Father, in the course of a meal he washed their feet and gave them the commandment of love. More>>>
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Mass Intention Offerings
If you like a Mass intention, please call or email one week in advance. Do it online Click here. The parish office will reply back to you confirming they have received it. Thanks. |
Call parish office with the following information: ●Name for intention
●What is the intention for ●Date and time of intention ●Your name and phone number |
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The St. Vincent de Paul Society is taking sign ups for Christmas Boxes of food. Distribution will be Monday, Dec. 21 from 11 AM-2PM. Pick up will be drive thru. Sign up by calling Mabel at 209 537-7256 and leave a message with your name and phone number.
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NOVEMBER: MONTH OF ALL SOULS
We dedicated the entire month of November to our loved ones who have passed away. If you would like an intention for that person, please take an All Souls |
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CATECHISM CLASS 2020-2021
Classes start this week for those enrolled this year's Religious Education Program. Packets were already distributed, if you have not picked up yours, please call the RE office and leave a message. More>>> |
The Religious Ed Office continues to be closed. If you need to meet with a coordinator, please call for an appointment. Religious Ed Office phone hours:
English: Mon. 9am - 2 pm & Tue. and Wed. 2pm - 6pm Spanish: Monday - Wednesday 9am - 2p |
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Society of San Vincent de Paul of St. Jude
We attempt to reopen to serve those in need in our parish and community. Open once a week. The food pantry will be open: Wednesdays 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 pm. |
●Interview outside, clients wait in the car ●Wear mask ●Social distancing ●Food only, no clothing . ●Wear mask ●Social distancing ●Food only, no clothing.
We are giving a try and things are subject to change! |
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Offering Our Gifts to God
St. Jude parish appreciates your offering during this time to support our parish continue to serve the needs of our community. What you have received through faith, you want to return to God showing your love for |
Him and for community. You may bring your offering every week when you come to Church or send it to the parish office. If you have questions about the Parish Project, please call the parish office (209) 537-0516. Thank you for your participation.
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Baptisms in English Will Take Place the Following
Dates: ● November 28, 2020 9:00 AM Baptism dates for the year 2021 are being verified, Thank you for your patience. |
Limit of fifteen (15) children per celebration Please call parish office for more information. (209) 537-0516 stjudechurchceres@gmail.com |
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DIOCESE OF STOCKTON ST. JUDE PARISH Welcome you and your family back to Mass. Should I go back to Mass? YES! COMING BACK TO MASS. COMING BACK TO THE TABLE. |
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Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of Mexico and Empress of the Americas Saturday 12-12-2020 |
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ST. JUDE MINISTRIES ALL MINISTRIES click here
CHOIRS
"The musical tradition of the universal Church is a treasure of inestimable value, One of God's greatest gifts to us, his creation, was the gift of song. In words and music, our ancestors in faith—Moses, David, Deborah, Paul, St. Gregory—have taught us how to revel in God's infinite love, proclaim his glory, give thanks for his abounding generosity, and plead for mercy and forgiveness. Sing to the Lord: Music in Divine Worship, guidelines approved by the bishops of the United States in 2007, recalls this vast, rich musical tradition as it provides basic guidelines for understanding the role and ministry of music in the liturgy. Standing on the foundational work of the Council fathers, More... |
LECTORS
In the celebration of the Eucharist, the lector has his own proper function, When the Sacred Scriptures are read in the Church, God himself speaks to his people, and Christ, present in his word, proclaims the Gospel. Therefore, the readings from the Word of God are to be listened to reverently by everyone, for they are an element of the greatest importance in the Liturgy. Although in the readings from Sacred Scripture the Word of God is addressed to all people of whatever era and is understandable to them, a fuller understanding and a greater efficaciousness of the word is nevertheless fostered by a living commentary on the word, that is, by the Homily, as part of the liturgical action. More... |
RCIA
Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is a minimum 2-year process Catechumenate Period - This is the period is a longer amount of time where the Catechumens are given pastoral formation and guidance towards living a good Christian live. More intense catechesis is given to them and they develop to grown in the parish community. The Church helps these Catechumens learn and understand the liturgical rites, and strengthened by God's blessings, work toward their purification and better understanding of the Eucharist. This is a period of faith formation, understanding and participation in the liturgy and apostolic activities, and beginning of parish life. More... |
LADIES GUILD
The Ladies Guild of St. Jude Catholic Church will offer scholarships: Eligibility Requirements: -Applicant must be Catholic, a registered member: of St. Jude Parish or a child / grandchild of a living or deceased member of the St. Jude Ladies. Guild. -High School students must have a minimum G.P.A. of 3.0. -College students must have a minimum G.P.A. of 3.0. -Students must be enrolled at an accredited high school, four-year college, university, or community college during the 2019-2020 academic school year. To be considered, all applicants must complete an online application, submit letters of recommendation, using Google Drive, More... |
