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SUNDAY, May 22, 2022
Sixth Sunday of Easter Written by THE FAITHFUL DISCIPLE
GROW AS A DISCIPLE | PRAY, STUDY, ENGAGE, SERVE
GROW: Jn 14:23-29 In the reading from John’s Gospel today, Jesus eases into the message he has for his disciples – a message he knows they don’t want to hear: He has to leave them. But Jesus tells his disciples that if they love him and keep his commandments, he and the Father will “make their dwelling” within them. He then assures them that they will not be alone: The Advocate will come to not only remind them of all he taught them, but also teach them everything they need to know in the future. Finally, he offers them peace, the peace that comes only through the Spirit and draws them closer to God. Though Jesus knows they are broken-hearted that he is leaving, he tells them to rejoice if they love him, for he is returning to his Father. Jesus’ words to the first disciples ring true for every disciple throughout the ages. He does not leave anyone who loves him alone. He sends his Spirit to dwell in us, to teach and remind us of his love and how to love one another. The Spirit guides us, encourages us, and sustains us – always. We are never alone. GO EVANGELIZE | PRAYER, INVITATION, WITNESS, ACCOMPANIMENT GO: The first Christians, guided by the Holy Spirit, shared this message with the Gentile communities to whom they were ministering: “It is the decision of the Holy Spirit and of us not to place on you any burden beyond these necessities.” This is a profound moment in the Church as it shows first, the power of the Holy Spirit working in and with the Apostles; and second, the importance of faith (not ritual circumcision, or other human laws) for salvation. The Gospel is intended for all, without exception, and the Holy Spirit is our help and our Advocate in our own lives of faith, and in our sharing of that faith with others. Let us seek the counsel of the Holy Spirit in all we do, that we might be a blessing, not a burden, for everyone seeking the glory of God’s light. STUDY: The Acts of the Apostles is an amazing account of how Jesus’ followers grew from a small group of frightened people into the courageous and zealous missionaries who founded his Church. Read the catechism from 687-747 to learn more about the Holy Spirit and pray for the grace to let him work in and through you for the salvation of all who seek him. |
HAPPY EASTER 2022
St. Jude Parishioners,
During Holy Week we celebrate the liturgical actualization of the Paschal Mystery of Jesus Christ... "for I handed on to you as of importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures. That he was buried; that he was raised on the third day. If there is no resurrection of the dead then neither has Christ been raised, then empty is our preaching; empty too our faith. But now Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who have been asleep.'' (1 Cor 15:3-4, 13-14, 20)
Rev. Gustavo Quintero V., Pastor
St. Jude Parishioners,
During Holy Week we celebrate the liturgical actualization of the Paschal Mystery of Jesus Christ... "for I handed on to you as of importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures. That he was buried; that he was raised on the third day. If there is no resurrection of the dead then neither has Christ been raised, then empty is our preaching; empty too our faith. But now Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who have been asleep.'' (1 Cor 15:3-4, 13-14, 20)
Rev. Gustavo Quintero V., Pastor
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 PARISH COMMUNITY OF ST. JUDE |
Our Current Mass Times
● WEEKDAYS Mon-Fri: 8:00 am (Bilingual) and 6:00 pm (Spanish) ● SATURDAY: 4:00 pm (English) & 6:00 pm (Spanish) ● SUNDAY: 8:00 am & 12:30 pm (English) 6:30 am, 9:30 am, 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm, 6:00 pm (Spanish) ● CONFESSIONS: Thursday: 4:00 pm | Friday & Saturday: 5:00 pm ● HORA SANTA: Thursday: 5:00 pm |
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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. 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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CONFESSIONS Thursday: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Friday and Saturday: 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm |
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PARISH NEWS
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ANNOUNCEMENTS ● You can place your Sunday offering in the box located at the front of the altar. Second Collections can be placed in the baskets at the entrance. ● Today's second collection is for Parish construction project. Thank you for your generosity. ● Please remember to wear a mask when you are in any of the Parish buildings. ● Don't forget to call the Religious Education Office starting April 25th to request your appointment to register for catechism classes. |
Thank you all the catechists
Fri. 5-20-2022
Fri. 5-20-2022
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These are the catechists who gave formation to the students this year 2021-22 for First Communion and Confirmation II. We thank you all the catechists who have been doing the marvelous job in teaching catechism to our children. May God bless you and your family always.
English - First Communion Mabel Borges Claudette Casillas Maria Galvan Debra Martin Susy Serrato Aline Alvarado Jeanene Michelena Alma Barraza English - Confirmation 2 Jackie Rodriquez Maria Nevarez Aida Gongora Ruben Alvarez |
Spanish - First Communion
Nadia Aranda Claudia Cerda Socorro Gallardo Alicia Gutierrez Rebeca Juarez Consuelo Ruiz Laura Zamora Griselda Mejia Angelica Gomez Rosie Cardenas |
Veronica Martinez
Emilia Hernandez Rosa Cisneros Aurelia Galvez Maria Casillas Genoveva Rosales Gaby Meda Maricela Castaneda Consuelo Castillo Efrain Villafania Maria de Dios Spanish - Confirmation II Roberto Gomez Maria Elena Garcia Nadia Aranda Claudia Cerda Aida Gongora Olga Ochoa Rosa Benitez Roxana Macias Veronica Aquino Juan Carlos Orozco Gildardo Solorio Jose Romo |
CONGRATULATIONS
ALL FIRST COMMUNICANTS
Saturday, May 7th at 10:00 am and 12:00 pm.
Please keep them in your prayer as they continue on the journey of faith.
ALL FIRST COMMUNICANTS
Saturday, May 7th at 10:00 am and 12:00 pm.
Please keep them in your prayer as they continue on the journey of faith.
Congratulations all the newly baptized and their families!
Saturday 5-7-2022 at 8:00am
Saturday 5-7-2022 at 8:00am
MAY CROWNING
Sat. 5-1-2022 @ 12:30 pm Mass
A "May Crowning" is a traditional Roman Catholic ritual that occurs in the month of May. May is Mary's month! During the Holy Mass on May Crowning day, a wreath of flowers and herbs is placed on the statue of Mary. We pray that during this May with our flowers of prayers we will receive God's grace through the intercession of MARY, Our Blessed Mother. Photos May Crowning 2021>>>
Sat. 5-1-2022 @ 12:30 pm Mass
A "May Crowning" is a traditional Roman Catholic ritual that occurs in the month of May. May is Mary's month! During the Holy Mass on May Crowning day, a wreath of flowers and herbs is placed on the statue of Mary. We pray that during this May with our flowers of prayers we will receive God's grace through the intercession of MARY, Our Blessed Mother. Photos May Crowning 2021>>>
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REGISTRATION
*Catechism classes for this year are just about full. For more information on the availability of classes please call the Religious Education Office. Appointments for next year's catechism classes 2022-2023 will begin the week of April 25th, 2022. Make sure that you call that week to reserve a time to come and register. |
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BISHOP MINISTRY APPEAL 2022 If you haven't completed your pledge envelope for this year's BMA 2022, please take an envelope and bring it with you next week, our goal this year is $73,080.00. To those that have made their pledge, thank you. |
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HELP THE POOR
You can place your Sunday offering in the box located at the front of the altar. Second Collections can be placed in the baskets at the entrance. In the states United we have approx. 38 million people in poverty and with your generous donations 25% of the funds raised remain in the diocese to fund local projects against the poverty. Help us fight poverty in this nation. Thank you for your generosity. |
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SAFETY Wallmart is now open and the problems with traffic congestion have already started. That is why we ask you to be very careful at the entrances to the parish. We recommend that you use the entrance that is next to the Church and not the one next to the Office. |
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KEEP ALL OF US SAFE 2-20-2022 As many of you have heard the governor lifted the mask mandate for indoor activities for those that are vaccinated. Here at St Jude we will be asking you to please continue to wear a mask for a bit longer, vaccinated or not. The number of deaths due to the new variants are still high and we want to do everything possible to keep everyone safe |
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"Synod 2021-2023: For a Synodal Church."
On Oct. 10, 2021, Pope Francis formally opened a two-year process called “a synod on synodality,” officially known as “Synod 2021-2023: For a Synodal Church.” In brief, the process involves an expansion of an established institution, called the “Synod of Bishops.” This means that bishops around the world will consult with everyone from parishioners to monks, nuns and Catholic universities before coming together for a discussion in 2023. The topic? How the church can learn to rely more fully on this kind of consultation-and-discussion process – how it can become more “synodal” in its governance. |
Prayer for the Synod on Synodality
We stand before You, Holy Spirit, as we gather together in Your name. With You alone to guide us, make Yourself at home in our hearts; Teach us the way we must go and how we are to pursue it. We are weak and sinful; do not let us promote disorder. Do not let ignorance lead us down the wrong path nor partiality influence our actions. Let us find in You our unity so that we may journey together to eternal life and not stray from the way of truth and what is right. All this we ask of You, who are at work in every place and time, in the communion of the Father and the Son, forever and ever. Amen.
We stand before You, Holy Spirit, as we gather together in Your name. With You alone to guide us, make Yourself at home in our hearts; Teach us the way we must go and how we are to pursue it. We are weak and sinful; do not let us promote disorder. Do not let ignorance lead us down the wrong path nor partiality influence our actions. Let us find in You our unity so that we may journey together to eternal life and not stray from the way of truth and what is right. All this we ask of You, who are at work in every place and time, in the communion of the Father and the Son, forever and ever. Amen.
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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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INFANT BAPTISM
Limit of fifteen (15) children per celebration Please call the parish office for more information: (209) 537-0516 or email: stjudechurchceres@gmail.com Baptism Application |
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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. |
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... |
