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![]() St. Jude's Catholic Church
3824 Mitchell Road, Ceres, CA 95307 209-537-0516 [email protected] ● 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. |
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. |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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! |
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 [email protected] |
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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. |
THANK YOU
With the contributions of all parishioners who have participated in this project, we hope that it will be a good place for activities in our parish. Thank you for your love and support of our parish.
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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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VINCENT DE PAUL
SSVP is a charitable organization of lay persons,in a spirit of love, justice and charity. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul began in Paris, France, in 1833 when a young law student at the Sorbonne, Frédéric Ozanam, was challenged during a debate to demonstrate what he and his fellow Catholic students were personally doing to help the poor in Paris. Ozanam's reaction was immediate. Within weeks, Ozanam, at 20 years of age, and six of his peers formed the first "Conference of Charity." Under the conference, this group of seven men financed their works of charity out of their own pockets and from contributions of friends. They visited the poor in their homes, providing them with needed aid and assistance. More...... |
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
The Knights was formed to render financial aid to members and their families. OUR HISTORY AND HERITAGE Founded on the principles of charity, unity and fraternity, the Knights of Columbus was established in 1882 by Father Michael J. McGivney, assistant pastor of St. Mary's Church in New Haven, Conn., and a group of parishioners. Their intent? To bring financial aid and assistance to the sick, disabled and needy members and their families. Today, Father McGivney is being considered for sainthood. A LEGACY OF FAITH & SERVICE Founded by a young parish priest now on the path to sainthood, the Knights of Columbus has helped strengthen men, their families, More......... |
EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS
The Ministers distribute Holy Communion, either within Mass or taking it to the sick. The role of the Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion is extremely important during the celebration of the Eucharist. The USCCB has instituted strict requirements of individuals who are commissioned to this very important liturgical role. As one is called to serve, this ministry requires you to grow in confidence, dexterity, agility, and most of all, reverence in handling the sacred species of the consecrated Body and Blood of our Lord, Jesus Christ. Extraordinary ministers are hand-picked by the priest and lay minister assigned to coordinate the ministry. More...... |
ALTAR SERVERS
The altar servers are assistants to a member of the clergy during a Christian liturgy. Although institution into the ministry of acolyte is reserved to lay men, the diocesan bishop may permit the liturgical functions of the instituted acolyte to be carried out by altar servers, men and women, boys and girls. Such persons may carry out all the functions listed in no. 100 (with the exception of the distribution of Holy Communion) and nos. 187 - 190 and no. 193 of the General Instruction of the Roman Missal. The determination that women and girls may function as servers in the liturgy should be made by the bishop on the diocesan level so that there might be a uniform diocesan policy. More...... |