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Holy Spirit Catholic Church November 3rd & 4th, 2018 1244 St. Francis Rd. Santa Rosa, CA 95409 Parish Office & Rectory: (707) 539-4495 FAX (707) 539-3343 E-Mail: [email protected] Website: www.holyspirit-sr.org Office Hours: Mon-Thurs 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Pastoral Staff: Fr. Ron Serban, Pastor, Ext. 12 Deacon John Storm, 479-5424, [email protected] Ext. 11 Robyn Tubiolo-Wood, Office Manager, Ext. 10 Megan O’ Neill, Director of Faith Formation Ext. 13, [email protected] St. Vincent de Paul Society, 537-7835 Kirt Schlander, Men’s Club, 293-4961 Cheryl Dudley, Women’s Club, 539-5313 Patty Edson, Holy Communion Visitation, 538-3208 Diane Bowman, Prayer Chain, 539-9035 Sharron Simpson, Ministry [email protected] Mass Schedule: Saturday: 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 7:30 a.m. & 10:15 a.m. Liturgy of the Word for Children; Sundays at the 10:15 a.m. Mass Weekdays: Mon.-Thurs. & First Fridays & First Saturdays 9:00 a.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation: Every Thursday, First Friday and First Saturday following the 9:00 a.m. Mass or at the Parish House with an appointment For other Sacraments: Please call the Parish Office 6 months in advance for Marriage 3 months in advance for Baptism Like us on Facebook

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Holy Spirit Catholic Church November 3rd & 4th, 2018

1244 St. Francis Rd. Santa Rosa, CA 95409

Parish Office & Rectory: (707) 539-4495 FAX (707) 539-3343

E-Mail: [email protected] Website: www.holyspirit-sr.org

Office Hours: Mon-Thurs 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Pastoral Staff: Fr. Ron Serban, Pastor, Ext. 12

Deacon John Storm, 479-5424, [email protected] Ext. 11

Robyn Tubiolo-Wood, Office Manager, Ext. 10

Megan O’ Neill, Director of Faith Formation

Ext. 13, [email protected]

St. Vincent de Paul Society, 537-7835

Kirt Schlander, Men’s Club, 293-4961

Cheryl Dudley, Women’s Club, 539-5313

Patty Edson, Holy Communion Visitation, 538-3208

Diane Bowman, Prayer Chain, 539-9035

Sharron Simpson, Ministry [email protected]

Mass Schedule: Saturday: 5:00 p.m.

Sunday: 7:30 a.m. & 10:15 a.m.

Liturgy of the Word for Children; Sundays at the 10:15 a.m. Mass

Weekdays: Mon.-Thurs. & First Fridays & First Saturdays 9:00 a.m.

Sacrament of Reconciliation: Every Thursday, First Friday and First Saturday following the

9:00 a.m. Mass or at the Parish House with an appointment

For other Sacraments: Please call the Parish Office

6 months in advance for Marriage

3 months in advance for Baptism

Like us on Facebook

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The 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time November 3rd & 4th, 2018

…..from your Pastor’s Desk I love the fall. And as I quietly contemplate on what I might write, I watch dappled sunlight shifting through trees stirred by a warm, soft and gentle breeze. Leaves that are already on the cusp of turning into beautiful and stunning shades of gold and brown as winter awaits. It reminds me in the beat of a breath, despite the seemingly constant bombardment of real but terrible news from TV, Radio and the Press, that I live in a truly beautiful, magnificent and inspiring world for which I should give real and constant thanks to God. It reminds me that the seasons come in and go, year on year, whether we will them or not. It reminds me that we are simply custodians and stewards of the gift of God's creation. It reminds me that I am a tiny thread in a rich tapestry created by a master craftsman who, at the beginning of time, gave man and woman stewardship of creation. Today, as I write this, the heat has finally abated, it is a brilliantly beautiful, crisp, fall day. I went for a walk last night and the falling leaves of red and gold were swirling and dancing in circles around my feet in the courtyard. They certainly wanted to be noticed. The clear blue sky [ just look up as you walk out after mass] makes one feel like you could look straight into heaven. We all need reminders to seek the Source of all creation and to give thanks and praise. Seeing God in all things helps us see all things in God.

My sister called the other day crying. I asked her why – she said this was the time of year mom always came to New York City and they would go for long walks through the park and along the river, arm in arm enjoying the fullness of the season. The display of fall beauty across the world helps caregivers of the sick and elderly among us. The senses can be stimulated in marvelous ways. We are all caregivers at some time in our lives. It also helps us with the very young whose every new experience can be one of joyful discovery – if we unfold it to them and allow it to be so. Help your loved one enjoy: -the touch of the crisp air, -the smell of wood fires, -the taste of fresh-baked breads, pastries and cookies... -the sound of falling leaves, -the wonderful display of red, gold, and cocoa-brown colors in the earth. New memories can be made and wonderful hidden memories can be resurrected from the past and meaningful moments can be shared and treasured. It is a time to rejoice before the dark, cold days leading to the end of the year descend upon us. Today, I wish for YOU some special time with your LOVED ONES…stimulating all your senses to feel alive and well in the gifts of creation. Blessed are we who can take a moment and say, “Thank you, Lord,” for your beauty revealed to us. Thank you; Thank you; Thank you ….. Amen.

Father Ron

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Mass Schedule Nov 3rd to Nov 11th

11/03 Sat 5:00pm †Daniel Sullivan

11/04 Sun 7:30am Mass for the People

11/04 Sun 10:15am †Roy & Genevieve Musetti

11/05 Mon 9:00am Int of Zack Davis

11/06 Tues 9:00am Int of Adria & Jamie Clifford

11/07 Wed 9:00am Int of Andry & Katie Skikos

11/08 Thur 9:00am †Barry Ahern

11/09 Fri 9:00am Liturgy of the Word

11/10 Sat 5:00pm Int of Sid Davis

11/11 Sun 7:30am †Barth Family

11/11 Sun 10:15am Mass for the People

November 10th & 11th– 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Readers Eucharistic Ministers Greeters Servers

Sat, November 3rd

5 pm

#1– K. Schmoll

#2– S. Simpson

Joe Piasta, Mary Davis, Dominica Mollahan, Lee Ward, Nora Ward

As Available

As Available

Sun, November 4th

7:30 am

#1– L. Kubo

#2– L. Davis

Robin Kunde, Kurt Kunde, Patti Mazur

As Available

As Available

Sun, November 4th

10:15 am

#1– L. Johnson

#2– D. Bowers

Charlene Hullinger, Diane Lisciandro, John Lisciandro, Jacky Macy, Jolon Wagner, Patty Zack, Michelle Davis, Dave Adams, Diane Hobaugh

As Available

As Available

Children’s Liturgy of the Word –Babette O’Shell

Homebound Week of November 14th– D. Boito, L. Ward, D. Mollihan

PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR SICK AND THOSE WHO

NEED OUR PRAYERS: The intentions of the Holy

Spirit Prayer Chain, Steve Straessler, Tristan Humble,

Mauro DeTrizio, Helen Hubbard, Joey Benjamin,

Karen D’Ambrogi, Renee Dierckx, Jackson Langdon,

Nina Cantacessi, Margaret Potchatek, Charlotte

Facchini, Erasmo Roque, Ken Davis, Marilyn

Lechuga, Chuck Fritch, George Fannuci, Pat La-

Russa, Irma Schelter, Thomas Peterson, Taylor

Gouin, Joe Gouin, Pat Fryer , Ken Hicks and Phyllis

Rogers.

FOR THE SOULS OF: Dennis DeCota, Charlie Rogers,

Frank Mantellina, Ray Hill, Alice Puruggannan,

Marlene Soohoodolskey, Howard Furlong, Al Pisenti,

Margaret Winrich, Carmen Leon Guerrero, Barbara

Bobrowski, George Gooding, Geraldine M. Gonfiotti,

Concha O’Dell, Hank Cooper, Bonnie Clark, and

Esther Keating.

LAST WEEK’S PLATE COLLECTION: $ 5,656.33 NEXT WEEK 2nd Collection– Catholic University of America/Communications:

The altar flowers this week are dedicated to

Roy & Genevieve Musetti

Be Not Afraid

When someone we love is dying, we may want to

help but don’t know what to do. We can feel powerless. Yet when they are transitioning from this life to the next, we can make a significant difference to our loved ones. Bring love. Jesus never turned away from the sick

and the dying. He always had a loving hand to comfort them and their families. Sometimes just holding a hand says more than words. Bring attention. Ask them stories about their life.

Let them know they have inspired you. You’ll treasure these moments after they are gone. Bring comfort. Remind them how much God

loves them and is waiting to welcome them. Encourage them to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation and Anointing of the Sick. Bring peace. Although someone may lose their

ability to speak, they can still hear. Pray out loud, read from scripture or a favorite book. Bring strength. When someone is leaving this

world, fear can be overwhelming. Remind them of Jesus’ words, “Be not afraid.”

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FAITH FORMATION INFORMATION Faith Formation Grades K-12

November 3rd & November 4th

Faith Formation Grades 1-6

In this Sunday’s Gospel (Mark 12:28b–34) Jesus gives us his New Law: Love God and love your neighbor. This Great Commandment sums up Jesus’ teaching that love is what connects us to God and all other people. It sounds easy, but living the Law of Love takes

great effort and prayer. With the help of the Holy Spirit, we can follow Jesus’ Great Commandment. Pray as a family by praising and thanking God. Ask God to show you how you can love him more, by loving your neighbor and yourself. In giving the Great Commandment, Jesus cites one of Israel’s oldest

creeds. “The Lord is our God, the Lord alone. You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your might (Deuteronomy 6:4–5). (Pflaum Gospel Weeklies)

We will begin in class our projects & cards for the homebound for the month of November. It is one way to

love our neighbor. Please pray for all our parishioners who cannot join us at mass each week.

2nd Year Confirmation Candidates

We gather this Monday, November 5th from

6:30PM -8:00PM in the Holy Family Room for

“The Art of Lectio Divina”

We will explore the ancient prayer tradition of

Lectio Divina through sight, sound and touch in

order to gain a deeper meaning from God’s

Word. This evening will offer a time of quiet

contemplation.

Women’s Club

Handicapables Luncheon

Saturday, November 17 Church of The Roses

Sign-up sheets for menu items will be at the back of the church after masses.

The four dishes are:

Chicken Divan, instant rice, cottage cheese salad, and pumpkin bars.

*Recipe copies are provided.

Thank you for your help!

Wednesday Night G.I.G.!

You’ve been told by your parents, preachers on the internet and even people in the crowd at sports

games; Jesus Loves You! Do you feel Jesus’ love?

We will gather Wednesday evening, November 7th for

“Jesus Loves Me This I Know!” from 7-8:30PM in the Holy Family Room.

All teens (8th -12th grade) are invited to join us

Wednesday nights or any event we offer. You and your friends are always welcome!

Save the Date! Advent Workshop

“Create a Nativity Set” Sunday, November 18th 1PM

This workshop will give families (couples and indi-

viduals too) an opportunity to create a nativity set and focus on preparing ourselves to celebrate the Advent

season with Jesus, Mary, Joseph! You must sign up by November 11th to ensure we have

enough supplies. There is a sign-up sheet in the back of the church or

email Megan at [email protected]