admin January 31st, 2010
Attention all Word Ministers, Extraordinary Eucharistic Ministers, Candle Bearers, Hospitality, and Cross Bearers, the new schedule for February thru May 2010 is now up available. Please, click on the following link to view and download the PDF file:
admin January 31st, 2010
Catholic Schools Week is the annual celebration that focuses attention on the good work done by the nation’s Catholic schools. “Catholic Schools – Dividends for Life” is the theme selected for Catholic Schools Week 2010. In these challenging times, the theme also reminds parents that the dividends of a Catholic school education—students prepared in faith, knowledge, morals and discipline—last a lifetime. There is no better way to invest in a child’s future—or the future of our world.” Marie Powell, executive director of the Secretariat of Catholic Education of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, noted: “We realize that in most parts of the country a Catholic education is not without some cost. But I can’t think of a better investment in the future than to invest in the education of a child.” The logo designed for the week features a cross superimposed on an outstretched hand. Rays coming from behind the hand express the concepts of faith, knowledge, morals and discipline—all beneficial aspects of a Catholic education.
admin January 26th, 2010
St. Catherine of Siena Parish is once again collecting used shoes. In cooperation with the Christian Help Center/Reynaissance Family Center, the homeless in Vallejo and the needy in Africa will benefit from your used shoes.
CHILDREN, MEN AND WOMEN USED SHOES WANTED!
Bring your used shoes: tennis shoes, leather shoes, dress shoes, sandals, boots, etc…. Drop off at the front entrance of St. Catherine’s Church in Vallejo by 6:45 pm on Sunday, January 31, 2010. For more information contact Janet Brandon at 647-4445.
Thank you!
admin January 26th, 2010
St. Catherine’s Charismatic Community invites you to a Mass for Healing with Fr. Archie Guiriba. Fr. Archie, OFM, is well known in International Catholic Charismatic Convention as a Speaker and Healer! He hails from the Philippines (Bicol). Join us this Friday, January 29, 2010 at 7:00 pm at St. Catherine’s Church. For more information, please call Charles Berenguer at 552-5716.
admin January 19th, 2010
St. Catherine’s Faith Community will join parishes in the Diocese of Sacramento and Christian Churches around the world in observing a period of prayer and unity during the annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, January 18-25. The 102nd annual observance of the ecumenical week takes the theme: “You are Witnesses of These Things” (Luke 24:28).
*While intentions for unity will be lifted up in all the Masses during the week, and also on the weekend of January 24th-25th, parishioners are invited to a special Holy Mass for Unity on Wednesday, January 20th at 7:00 pm. We encourage everyone to include in their daily private, individual prayers intentions of ecumenism: while it is rather difficult to have unity in doctrine, Churches could definitely have oneness in awareness, understanding, respect and love through interfaith dialogue.
admin January 19th, 2010
Several pro-life events are scheduled this month in Northern California. Bishop Jaime Soto will be the main celebrant of the annual pro-life Mass on Friday, Jan. 22 at 12:10 p.m. in the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament at 1017 11th St. in Sacramento.
The Mass in reparation for the sin of abortion is held annually to mark the date of the 1973 U.S. Supreme Court decisions in Roe v. Wade and Doe v. Bolton which legalized abortion.
The Mass will be preceded by a convening of student leadership from junior high and high school levels in the diocese as well as adult chaperones and Catholic school teachers attending workshops about the culture of life. Bishop Soto has invited Catholics in the diocese as well as all people of good will to join together for fasting, abstinence, prayer and works of charity on Jan. 22 as day of reparation for “the sinful national scourge of abortion.”
admin January 15th, 2010
WASHINGTON—The Church mourns the terrible suffering of the people of Haiti, and parishes across the country are urged to take up a special collection the weekend of January 16-17 for the humanitarian efforts of the U.S. bishops and Catholic Relief Service (CRS) in Haiti, according to a January 13 letter to Catholic bishops of the United States from Cardinal Francis George of Chicago and Archbishop Timothy Dolan of New York.
admin January 5th, 2010
In celebration for the Year for Priests, St. Catherine of Siena Parish is hosting a special talk by Fr. Julito R. Orpilla, Parochial Vicar, Holy Spirit Church. Let us show our appreciation, support and encouragement to our young priest, Fr. Julito, as he shares with us his journey to the priesthood. The theme of his talk is “Faithfulness of Christ, faithfulness of priests” and will be held this Friday, January 8, 2010 at 7:00 pm in the church.
For the lips of the priest are to keep knowledge
And instruction is to be sought from his mouth,
Because he is the messenger of the Lord of hosts.”
Mal 2:7
admin December 14th, 2009
In the advent of Jesus Christ’s birth, we will celebrate this waiting period together.
Misa #1-Tuesday, December 15
6:00-7:00pm Reconciliation
7:00pm Caroling
7:30pm Holy Mass
Misa #2-Wednesday, December 16
6:00-7:00pm Reconciliation
7:00pm Caroling
7:30pm Holy Mass
Misa #3– Thursday, December 17
6:00-7:00pm Reconciliation
7:00pm Caroling
7:30pm Holy Mass
Misa #4-Friday, December 18
6:00-7:00pm Reconciliation
7:00pm Caroling
7:30pm Holy Mass
Misa #5-Saturday, December 19
7:00pm Caroling
7:30pm Holy Mass
Misa #6- Sunday, December 20
8:00pm Caroling
8:30pm Holy Mass
Misa #7-Monday, December 21
6:00-7:00pm Reconciliation
7:00pm Caroling
7:30pm Holy Mass
Misa #8-Tuesday, December 22
6:00-7:00pm Reconciliation
7:00pm Caroling
7:30pm Holy Mass
Misa #9-Wednesday, December 23
6:00-7:00pm Reconciliation
7:00pm Caroling
7:30pm Holy Mass
admin December 7th, 2009
Second Sunday of Advent
These questions are springboards for reflection, spawning other questions as related to the theme of God’s Word for Sunday.
1. Have you ever been subjected to the decisions of duly appointed authority figures who have misused their authority? Explain. How do you think a Christian should respond to such a situation?
2. Do you believe that no human authority can thwart God’s will and God’s purpose? If so, do you have any experience that confirms this belief? Explain.
3. When have you “sown in tears” but “reaped in joy”?
We invite you to post your reflections by clicking on “Comments” below:
admin December 7th, 2009
This Thursday, December 10th at 7:00pm
As the faithful assemble together in communal celebration and receive sacramental absolution, they listen together to the Word of God, which proclaims his mercy and invites them to conversion; they examine the conformity of their lives with the Word of God and they help each other through common prayer.
Our Advent Communal Penance Service will be held on Thursday, December 10th at 7:00pm in the church.
admin December 3rd, 2009
This weekend is Life & Dignity Sunday (December 5th-6st) in the Diocese of Sacramento. It is a day that Bishop Soto has designated for us to focus on the Catholic responsibility to be good and engaged citizens. You have been invited and had the opportunity to register for a state-wide Catholic Legislative Network, which is to be a strong, clear, moral voice for life and justice in our state. We thank you for registering, if you did; and for your patience and forbearance if you did not. If you did register, we hope that you will be faithful in responding to the Action Alerts that will come asking for your assistance on important issues. If you missed signing up today, you can still register online at www.cacatholic.org.
Here are other useful links:
• US Conference of Catholic Bishops
• Vatican
• Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church
• Office of Social Justice
Official Government Sites:
• State of California
• California Legislation
• Library of Congress
admin December 1st, 2009
First Sunday of Advent
These questions are springboards for reflection, spawning other questions as related to the theme of God’s Word for Sunday.
1. What will you do this Advent to prepare for the coming of the Lord?
2. Do you think of Jesus’ second coming as something to long for or something to dread? Do you know why you feel as you do?
3. Jesus tells the people to “stand erect” when he comes. Why do you think Jesus says this? What posture seems most appropriate to you? Why?
We invite you to post your reflections by clicking on “Comments” below:
admin November 24th, 2009
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admin November 24th, 2009
Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ the King
These questions are springboards for reflection, spawning other questions as related to the theme of God’s Word for Sunday.
1. Have you ever been falsely accused? What were the circumstances? How did you treat your accusers? How do you think Jesus would have you treat your accusers?
2. What does it mean to you personally to say that Jesus Christ is king? In what ways is Jesus king in your life?
3. Think of someone you know who is facing difficulty. What hope do you have to offer this person?
We invite you to post your reflections by clicking on “Comments” below:
admin November 24th, 2009
At the request of Bishop Jaime Soto, all parishes in the Diocese of Sacramento will be focusing attention on our civic responsibilities by inviting interested parishioners to register for a newly created Catholic Legislative Network. It has been described as a “Voice for Life and Dignity in California.” Next weekend there will be a one-page explanation of the Network and Life & Dignity Sunday in our parish bulletin. Please read it and then carefully and prayerfully consider registering for the Catholic Legislative Network on December 5 & 6.
admin November 24th, 2009
A Christmas Outreach Concert
Saturday, December 5th at 1:00 pm in the church
The annual “Joy of Giving” Christmas outreach concert brings cheer and honors the homeless, the elderly, the poor and the physically challenged. You are invited to share and participate in this Christmas fellowship.
Share this news with your home care provider friends and tell them to bring their clients to the church at 11:30 am for the traditional photo shoot with Santa. More information, please call Gene Leoncio at 554-0264.
Don’t forget, if you have friends and relatives who would enjoy this afternoon of merriment, bring them with you!
admin November 24th, 2009
Sponsored by the St. Catherine of Siena Class of 2010, the Breakfast with Santa will be held on Sunday, December 6th between 7:00 am to 2:00 pm at the School Gym.
Your choice of American, Filipino or Mexican breakfast served with coffee, tea, orange juice and/or milk. Enjoy performances by the students during breakfast and Raffle Prizes Galore.
Prices through 11/29: adults – $7.25 / Child – $5.25
Prices after 11/29: adult – $8.25 / Child – $6.25
For more information call Lani at 515.9875
Fundraiser to defray 8th Grade graduation expenses.
admin November 16th, 2009
Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time
These questions are springboards for reflection, spawning other questions as related to the theme of God’s Word for Sunday.
1. Do you believe that God is present in world events? Why?
2. Do you think of Jesus as a judge? Is this thought comforting for you? Why or why not?
3. Do you believe that Christ has already conquered evil? What ramifications does this belief have in your life
We invite you to post your reflections by clicking on “Comments” below:
admin November 16th, 2009
Next weekend, November 21st & 22nd, our annual Thanksgiving Food Drive is fast approaching. Please remember that we cannot accept frozen turkeys for the drive. To ensure the success of our Thanksgiving Food Drive, we will accept donations or gift cards of $10 or larger denomination from Safeway Stores or Food 4 Less. Please be generous. Thank you!
Please join us in this historic opportunity to contribute to the realization of our vision for St. Catherine of Siena Parish, ensuring a legacy of Catholic faith for those who one day will follow us. If you wish further information about Building Our Church of Tomorrow …Today Campaign, click here