Worship Schedule/Horario de Misas:

Saturday Vigil Masses 4:15 pm - Vietnamese 6:00 pm - Spanish

Sunday Masses 8:00 am, 9:30 am, 6:00 pm -English 11:00 am -Spanish, 12:30 pm -Filipino 3:45 pm, 7:30 pm -Vietnamese

Daily Masses 8:00 am -English 5:30 pm -Vietnamese except Wednesday Novena and Mass Our Lady of Perpetual Help Wednesday - 5:30 pm Confessions/Confesiones Saturday at 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm or by appointment

Parish Office Hours /Horario de Oficina Tuesday - Friday 9:30 am to 7:00 pm Saturday -10:00 am to 2:00 pm Sunday -10:30 am to 2:30 pm Monday - CLOSED

MOST HOLY TRINITY CHURCH Iglesia la SantisimaTrinidad•Giáo Xứ Chúa Ba Ngôi

Simbahan ng Santisima Trinidad • Tasi Tolu Pa’ia

*A Jesuit Parish* At Most Holy Trinity, it is our mission to discover and proclaim God’s

love through Worship, Study, Prayer and Good Works.

Clergy and Pastoral Staff Fr. Robert A. Fambrini, S.J. Pastor ext 114 Fr. Duc Vu, S.J. ext 117 Fr. Andrew Garcia, S.J. ext. 116 Fr. Vincent Duong, S.J. ext. 123 Deacon Vicente Perez, Ret. ext 112 Deacon Ruben Solorio ext 100 Deacon Dung Tran ext 100 Sylvia Hogan , Business Manager ext 307 Sr. Maria Goretti Nguyen, L.H.C. ext 110 Martha Armenta, Receptionist ext 100 Porty Nevarez, Faith Formation ext 126 Sr. Mary Margaret Phan, L.H.C. ext 115 Mario Lucas, Accountant ext 109 Mercedes Serrano,PAR Coordinator ext 108 Sal Rojas, Liturgical Director ext 119

2040 Nassau Drive, San Jose, CA 95122 • Telephone: (408) 729-0101 • FAX: (408) 258-4131 School: 1940 Cunningham Ave, San Jose, CA 95122 • Telephone: (408) 729-3431 • FAX: (408) 272-4945

www.mht-church.org - www.mostholytrinitysj.org

August 6, 2017 - Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord

Today we celebrate the Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord, and in today’s Gospel reading we hear it proclaimed that on Mount Tabor, Peter, James, and John caught a glimpse of Jesus’ divinity strong enough to strike fear into their hearts. The event took place shortly after Peter’s confession of faith that Jesus was, indeed, the Messiah. In today’s second reading from Peter, we hear his personal testimony. This comes from a man who spent more than three years with Jesus. Peter witnessed his humanity. He saw Jesus hungry, tired, and finally, rejected and crucified. But he also saw Jesus feed the 5,000, walk on water, heal the sick, and raise the dead. He saw Jesus in his glory when he was transfigured. He saw Jesus risen from the dead and ascend into heaven with the promise that he is coming again in power and glory. How strong is the stewardship of our own faith? Do we accept Peter’s apostolic witness to Jesus as Christ? Does this testimony help us acknowledge and trust Christ Jesus as our Lord and savior? Source: International Catholic Stewardship Council e-Bulletin.

Worship and Prayer Reflexion del la Esccritura de Hoy

Mass Intentions for the Week

MONDAY August 7, 2017 8:00 AM Giuse Chan Nguyen † Apolonio Reyes, Jr. † Humberto Garcia † TUESDAY August 8, 2017 8:00 AM Dominador Venegas - Bday Alberth Da Rosa & Dad † Sean Nguyen - Healing WEDNESDAY August 9, 2017 8:00 AM Anna Le Thi Phan † Sean Nguyen - Healing THURSDAY August 10, 2017 8:00 AM Anna Le Thi Pham † Sean Nguyen - Healing Sacred Hearth of Jesus FRIDAY August 11, 2017 8:00 AM Bob Bakeman - Healing Brian Lucas † Sean Nguyen - Healing SATURDAY August 12, 2017 8:00 AM Warren Stanley Smith † Napoleon Corpus † Damiana Corpus †

TODAY'S READINGS

First Reading -- I saw one like a Son of man coming on the clouds of heaven (Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14).

Psalm -- The Lord is king, the most high over all the earth (Psalm 97).

Second Reading -- Be attentive to the prophetic mes-sage, as to a lamp shining in a dark place (2 Peter 1:16-19).

Gospel -- Jesus was transfigured, and his clothes be-came white as light (Matthew 17:1-9).

READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Nm 11:4b-15; Ps 81:12-17; Mt 14:13-21 Tuesday: Nm 12:1-13; Ps 51:3-7, 12-13; Mt 14:22-36 or Mt 15:1-2, 10-14 Wednesday: Nm 13:1-2, 25 -- 14:1, 26-29a, 34- 35; Ps 106:6-7ab, 13-14, 21-23; Mt 15:21-28 Thursday: 2 Cor 9:6-10; Ps 112:1-2, 5-9; Jn 12:24 -26 Friday: Dt 4:32-40; Ps 77:12-16, 21; Mt 16:24- 28 Saturday: Dt 6:4-13; Ps 18:2-4, 47, 51; Mt 17:14- 20 Sunday: 1 Kgs 19:9a, 11-13a; Ps 85:9-14; Rom 9:1-5; Mt 14:22-33

La Transfiguración del Señor EL OJO DEL VIGILANTE El Evangelio de san Mateo revela que el rostro de Jesús "brillaba como el sol" durante su transfiguración. El evangelista está usando una figura de discurso, desde luego, pero podemos imaginar lo qué fue observar la Transfiguración pudo haber sido para Pedro, Santiago y Juan. La brillante del rostro de Jesús se compara con la del sol. El planeta Tierra está a una distancia del sol de noventa y tres millones de millas, aun así, si miramos al sol directamente sufrimos quemaduras en nuestras retinas, o un daño permanente en los ojos o perdida severa de la vista. Los discípulos estaban tan cerca a Jesús durante la Transfiguración que él podía tocarlos. ¿Cómo es ser testigo de la brillantes de Jesús? Los discípulos estaban atemorizados. Quizá ver a Jesús en su gloria se percibe como peligroso como cuando empieza un eclipse solar. Sin lugar a dudas, los discípulos taparon sus ojos, cayendo a tierra cubriéndose sus caras. LA MISERICORDIA DE DIOS Aunque la experiencia de los discípulos en la montaña fue amedrentadora, nuestro Señor misericordioso no quiere que el miedo ensombrezca el milagro del que ellos fueron testigos. Jesús los tocó, diciéndoles: "levántense, no tengan miedo". Las palabras de Dios que provenían de la nube fueron igual de alentadoras: "Este es mi Hijo amado en quien me complazco, escúchenlo". Dios amorosamente nos tranquiliza, confirmando la identidad de Jesús como el Hijo del Hombre e invitándonos a poner atención a aquel que viene a salvarnos.

San Pedro, un testigo de este evento declara que su testimonio es "totalmente confiable". Podemos depender de su palabra. San Pedro espera que sus palabras sean como una "lámpara brillante en un lugar oscuro, hasta que el alba del día y la estrella de la mañana empiece a levantarse en nuestros corazones". Gracias a Dios, podemos confiar en las experiencias transformadoras de vida de las demás personas que nos ayudan a transformar nuestra propia vida. Quizá no tengamos una experiencia tan extrema en lo alto de una montaña como la que tuvieron Pedro, Santiago y Juan; por lo que los escuchamos a ellos como testigos de la majestad de Dios. Todas las lecturas de hoy nos recuerdan que Dios nos da la Palabra para creer y vivir y nos envía las palabras de Daniel, Pedro y Mateo para animarnos. Lecturas de hoy: Dn 7:9-10, 13-14; Sal 97 (96):1-2, 5-6, 9; 2 Pe 1:16-19; Mt 17:1-9 Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.

Today’s Scripture Reflection

Estimados Feligreses: El mes pasado les escribí acerca del proceso Parroquial de Renovación y Evaluación (PAR) con la promesa que le estaría dando actualizaciones en algunos de los logros de las varias comisiones. La Comisión de Alcance el cual incluye el banco de comida, San Vincent de Paul, Ministerio de los Desamparados, Ministerio de Salud, Caballeros de Colon, Comunidad Activa Socorro, Grupos Activos, Los Amigos, Ministerio de Duelo y Ministerio de Detención han puesto su objetivo para este próximo año el envolvimiento de 200 nuevos parroquianos adicionales en el ministerio social de alcance. Para poder proveer estas oportunidades, la Comisión de Alcance de la parroquia junto con PACT y la Diócesis de San José están ofreciendo en Santísima Trinidad una serie de talleres de información / envolvimiento durante todo el año. Es llamado “Mateo 25: Señor, cuando te vimos…” Los diferentes temas de Justicia Social incluirán Inmigración, Inseguridad de Comida, el Ambiente, Cuidado de Salud Universal, Desamparados / Vivienda Asequible, Justicia Restaurativa y Cuestiones Laborales. Cada taller durara 90 minutos e incluirán un presentación de la cuestión por un presentador con conocimiento del tema, habrá tiempo para discusión y posibles maneras en como estar más envuelto aquí en la parroquia, en la Diócesis o en el condado. La primera presentación será este Martes, 8 de Agosto a las 7 PM en Salón Comunitario del Centro Trinidad. El Padre Jon Pedigo de la Diócesis de San José será el presentador sobre el desafiante tema de inmigración. Todos son bienvenidos!

Padre Roberto

Dear Parishioners: Last month I wrote to you about our Parish Assessment and Renewal program (PAR) with a promise that I would be updating you on some of the accomplishments of the various commissions. The Outreach Commission which includes our pantry, St. Vincent de Paul, Homeless Ministry, Health Ministry, Knights of Columbus, Comunidad Activa Socorro, Grupos Activos, Los Amigos, Bereavement Ministry and Detention Ministry has set as its goal for the coming year the involvement of an additional 200 parishioners in social ministry outreach. In order to provide those opportunities, the Outreach Commission of our parish along with PACT and the Diocese of San Jose is offering here at MHT a series of information/involvement workshops throughout the coming year. It is called “Matthew 25: Lord, when did we see you…” The various social justice topics will include immigration, food insecurity, the environment, universal health care, homelessness/affordable housing, restorative justice, and labor issues. Each workshop, lasting 90 minutes, will include a presentation of the issue by a speaker knowledgeable of the topic, a chance for discussion and then an offering of possible ways in which to become involved here in the parish, in the diocese or the county. Our first presentation will be this Tuesday August 8 at 7 PM in the Community Room of our Trinity Center. Fr. Jon Pedigo of the Diocese of San Jose will speak on the challenging topic of immigration. All are welcome! Fr. Bob

From the Pastor/Notas Del Parroco

The Book of Daniel, from which our First Reading is drawn, was written some two centuries before the birth of Christ. This is only significant in that many of the prophets (Daniel is considered one of the major prophets) lived as many as six centuries before Christ. However, regardless the timeline, we need to be moved by and appreciative of the prophecies we find in the Old Testament. In the particular passage in today’s reading it states, “The one like a Son of Man received dominion, glory, and kingship.” Today, of course, is the Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord, and this reading very much parallels what is portrayed in the Transfiguration. The interesting point within this reading from Daniel, however, is that it refers to the “Son of Man,” which is the term Jesus Himself used most often to describe Himself. We have referenced this fact previously. In fact, the term “Son of Man” occurs 85 times in the Gospels, and in 83 of them it is Jesus who uses the term. (It appears 32 times in Matthew; 15 times in Mark; 26 times in Luke; and 12 times in John, and it is in John where it is used twice by someone other than Jesus.) The important point for us is that Jesus calling Himself the Son of Man explains that He was born of a woman, and He shares in our earthly conditions and sufferings. That fact should make us want to embrace Him as our Savior, our Friend, and our Shepherd even more. Filed Under: Stewardship Bulletin Reflections by Catholic Stewardship Consultants, Inc.

Are you in need of monetary or food assistance? We may be able to help you. We provide assistance with food, utilities, transportation and other expenses. Please call SVdP (408) 729-0101 ext. 323 and leave a message and phone number so we can help you. ¿Le necesitan ayuda alimentaria o monetaria? Podemos ser capaces de ayudarle. Proveemos la ayuda de la comida, utilidades, transporte y otros gastos. Por favor llame SVdP (408) 729-0101 ext 323 y deje un mensaje y su número de teléfono para que podamos ayudarle.

WEEKLY GIVING July 29/30, 2017

Offertory Collections - $ 15,105 Offertory Budget 20,000 Missionary Cooperative Appeal 17,224 The Priests and Deacons of this parish have contributed $472.00 the past week from their ministries to support the mission of MHT. Thank you for your generosity and continuing support.

Sacramental Registrations / Registracion para Sacramentos First Communion, Confirmation, Adult and Children RCIA registration forms are available at the Parish office. If you have a child to register for the first time or if you are a returning for second year or Level II, please stop by and pick them up during business hours. Formas de Primera Comunión, Confirmación RICA para adultos estarán disponibles en la oficina Parroquial. Si tiene niño/as para registrar por primera vez o si está regresando para su segundo año o Nivel II, por favor pase a recogerlas entre las horas de oficina.

Grupo de Evangelización de La Santisima Trinidad les invita pláticas del

Les invitamos a venir y discutir cómo la Iglesia puede servir mejor las necesidades de los hispanos/latinos en Estados Unidos, su voz es muy valiosa para nuestro futuro.

Cada miércoles de 7pm a 9pm. En el Salón Viejo con el Diácono Vicente Pérez. Para más información, llamar a Rosa Maria Ruiz al (408) 983-0133 o a Diácono Vicente Pérez al (408) 896-3366 Jesús Parra (408) 836-3299.

Todos están invitados al retiro parroquial el sábado, 26 de Agosto, comenzando a la 1 pm en el Community Room.

Want to discover more about Christ, improve relationship with other people, and experience a life that is filled with joy, peace and love? We invite you to attend a Christian Life Program (CLP). CLP is a course providing a renewed understanding of God’s call to us and our response as Christians. It consists of 12 enlightening talks, dynamic group discussions and fruitful time for fellowship.

The program is available to singles, separated, widowed and married couples.

Know more about the Christian Life Program by attending an

Orientation and Information Session Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 5:30 PM Venue: Most Holy Trinity Parish Hall

2040 Nassau Drive San Jose, CA 95122

CLP is FREE, your only investment is your time and an open heart. Kids watch will be available for free at the premises. SAY "YES" TO THE LORD'S INVITATION! For more information, please contact:

Jan Abad (408) 836-5598 Nelia Somera (408) 504-5397 Edgar Osbual (408) 506-7837

Society of Saint Vincent De Paul - Most Holy Trinity Conference

Baptismal Prep Class Help Needed The baptismal prep class is seeking to build a team to teach pre baptismal classes once a month and we are hoping to have 6 volunteers to teach these classes. The commitment would be every two months for two hours. If you do not have experience don’t worry, you will receive proper training. For more details please do not hesitate to contact Porty at 408 729-0101 ext 126 or pnevarez@mht-church.org. Thank you!

Bible Study Resumes Sept. 14 Thursday evenings at 7pm Study Topic: "Acts of the Apostles" (20 sessions) Format: Small group discussion and DVD lecture Materials: Book "Acts: The Spread of the Kingdom" by Ascension Press, purchase the Study Set. All Are Welcome.

August 6, 2017

Prevention Magazine (January 2017) spoke to people who NEVER get sick to find out what they believe works for them. These are real people who shared their beliefs. “I cut up lemons and put them in the fridge. Every morning I squeeze one into water and add 5 drops of honey”. (Can’t remember the last time she was sick) “I’ve eaten yogurt every day for 30 years. I tell jokes and make my patients laugh”. (May have had a cold 10 years ago) “I have 4 kids and we’re outside all the time. Being out in the fresh air is so much better than being in a closed environment that harbors germs”. (Hasn’t been sick in 6 years) “I run almost 3 miles almost daily. I swim once or twice a week. I climb stairs and walk everywhere”. (Jim is 80 years old, can’t remember the last time he was sick) “I have a smoothie every morning. I use avocado, banana, berries, leafy greens, chia, hem or flax seed”. (Hasn’t been sick in 4 years) “I wash my hands a zillion times a day”. (Can’t remember the last time she was sick) “I work with 2 or 3 people who are chronic complainers. Every winter they’re hacking and achy and sick. I take the approach of keeping a positive attitude. I’m grateful for every day”. (Gets sick briefly maybe once a year) “I take vitamin C and zinc twice a day all year round”. (Hasn’t been sick in nearly 3 years)

La revista Prevention habló con personas que NUNCA se enferman para averiguar qué creen que funciona para ellos. Estas son personas reales que compartieron sus creencias. Corto limones y los pongo en la refrigedora. Cada mañana exprimo uno en agua y agrego 5 gotas de miel ". (No recuerdo la última vez que estuvo enferma) "He comido yogur todos los días durante 30 años. Digo bromas y hago reír a mis pacientes ". (Puede haber tenido un resfriado hace 10 años) "Tengo 4 hijos y estamos afuera todo el tiempo. Estar en el aire fresco es mucho mejor que estar en un ambiente cerrado que alberga gérmenes ". (No ha estado enfermo en 6 años) "Corro casi 3 millas casi diariamente. Nado una o dos veces por semana. Subo escaleras y camino a todas partes ". (Jim tiene 80 años, no recuerda la última vez que estuvo enfermo) "Tengo un batido cada mañana. Utilizo el aguacate, el plátano, las bayas, los verdes frondosos, el chia, el dobladillo o la semilla de lino ". (No ha estado enfermo en 4 años) "Me lavo las manos un millón de veces al día". (No recuerdo la última vez que estuvo enferma) "Trabajo con 2 o 3 personas que se quejan crónicamente. Cada invierno están enfermos. Tomo el enfoque de mantener una actitud positiva ". (Se enferma brevemente quizás una vez al año) "Tomo vitamina C y zinc dos veces al día durante todo el año". (No ha estado enfermo en casi 3 años)

Health Ministry

Where/Donde: Most Holy Trinity Church Trinity Center Community Room Salón Comunitario Centro Trinidad

When/Cuando: Mondays/Lunes 7:50pm-8:50pm Wednesdays/Miercoles 7:30pm-8:30pm

Everyone is welcome!/Todos son bienvenidos! $5 donation is requested/Se pide donación de $5

Open Gym Times for Teens and Young Adults If you like to play Basketball, the Most Holt Trinity Center Gym is open on Thursdays from:

7:00 pm to 8:30pm: 14-17 yrs old 8:30pm to 10pm: 18+ yrs old

Address: 2040 Nassau Drive, San Jose, CA, 95122 Contact: Jay Matthew Perez or Nicole Fader 408-729-0101 Ext. 322. A night for everyone to have fun in a welcoming and friendly environment.

Catholic Cemeteries of the Diocese of San Jose Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Los Altos 650-428-3730 Calvary Cemetery, San Jose 408-258-2940 St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Milpitas Pre-Need Arrangements at time of death, contact: Teresa Huyen Nguyen -hunguyen@dsj.org or 408-296-9895.

Zumba Class

Marriage Encounter Do you know that more than 1,500,000 couples in over 92 countries have experienced a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend? They found something worth passing on. The next Marriage Encounter Weekend is November 10-12, 2017 in San Jose. For more information visit our website at: sanjosewwme.org or contact Ken & Claranne at applications@sanjosewwme.org or 408-782-1413.

Booth Rental Available SUPPORT MHT PARISH FESTIVAL AND YOUR BUSINESS ... With more than 4,000 registered parishioners, getting a Booth for $200.00 during the Festival can lead to high visibility for your business. Please contact Sylvia Hogan at 408-729-0101 ext. 307 or sghogan@mht-church.org for reservation (excluding food and beverages).

Volunteers Needed! Please consider volunteering as the success of our Festival depends on our volunteers. We need volunteers for the following positions/areas:

1. DJ for the weekend to help coordinate entertainment 2. Coordinate Dessert Booth 3. Coordinate Silent Auction 4. Public Relations (PR) to help in sending out letters and

putting up flyers etc. Please contact Sylvia Hogan at 408-729-0101 ext. 307 or sghogan@mht-church.org to sign-up. Thank you for volunteering. Your generosity will help us continue to build up our community.

Next Festival Planning Committee Meeting - August 9 6:30 PM Room 11. All are welcome.