Sunday

Continental Breakfast after 9:00 am Mass. Tony Melendez Concert 2:00 pm

Monday No Grief Group Meeting

Tuesday The next Ladies Guild meeting is 10/11 at 1 pm in the Fr. Jim Community Center meeting rooms. NEW MEMBERS ALWAYS WELCOME.

Wednesday

Thursday Adoration after 9:30 am mass until 6:30 pm Confessions offered

Friday

Saturday

Sunday Continental Breakfast after 9 am Mass. Special Collection this weekend World Mission Sunday

Oct. 9, 2016 - Oct. 16, 2016

Sunday 7:30am 9:00am 11:00am 5:00pm

Bob E. DeBarr †, Rick Garcia † Fred Mor † For Our Parishioners Janet Buch †

Monday 6:30 am 9:30 am

Arlette Nikolli † Joseph Quan Vu †

Tuesday 6:30 am 9:30 am

Ramon Nogami † Roy D’Cruz †

Wednesday 6:30 am

9:30 am No Intention Francis Youn (living)

Thursday

6:30am 9:30am

Rev.Thuc Si Ho (B’day.) Thang Vu †

Friday 6:30am 9:30am

Communion Service Communion Service

Saturday 8:00 am 5:00 pm

Jessica Pigula † Humberto D’Cruz †

Sunday 7:30 am 9:00 am 11:00 am 5:00 pm

Jason Oddo (B’day.) For Our Parishioners Jim Cupp (B’day) Vincent Oddo (50th B’day)

Weekly Stewardship Report Collections for 10/2/2016 $ 10,776 Collections 7/1/16 to 10/2/16 $138,724 Budgeted 7/1/16 to 10/2/16 $152,490 Variance ($13,766)

Please note the budgetary shortfall: To help keep the parish within its budget please prayerfully consider making a one time tax deductible gift. Contact the parish office for details. Thank you for your continued sup-port!

Oct. 9, 2016 - Oct. 16, 2016

Social Justice Corner

Pope Francis made an appeal for peace at the recent closing ceremony of the World Day of Prayer for Peace gathering in Assisi. He said, “Nothing is impossible if we turn to God in prayer. God’s name is peace.” He stated, “We recognize the need to pray constantly for peace, because prayer protects the world and enlightens it. We have heard the voice of the poor, of children and the younger generations, of women and so many brothers and sisters who are suffering due to war. With them, let us say with conviction: No to war! May the anguished cry of the many innocents not go unheeded. Let us urge leaders of nations to defuse the causes of war. We need a greater commit-ment to eradicating the underlying causes of conflicts: Poverty, injustice and inequality, the exploitation of and contempt for human life. May a new season finally begin, in which the glob-alized world can become a family of peoples, carrying out our responsibility of building an authentic peace, attentive to the real needs of individuals and people, preventing conflicts through a cooperation that triumphs over hate and overcomes barriers through encounter and dialogue. Consider making a daily commitment to pray for peace in our world. Offer this prayer before stepping out of bed in the morning, before all meals, and when you lay your head on your pillow, “Dear God, I pray for peace in our world and an end to war and hatred. Help me to be an instrument of peace today.”

Social Justice Committee

ASCENT EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM

The Annual Oktoberfest dinner, which honors Fr. Jim’s efforts to help the unemployed find jobs, will be held Saturday, Oc-tober 15. The tickets for this

fundraiser will be sold after all masses by volun-teers from the Ascent Employment Program. For those that cannot come, a donation would be most welcome. The cost is $35 for adults, children first grade and under are free. Buy your tickets early.

The Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Dear Friends of Jesus,

Today’s readings emphasize the wonderful things that are in store for us if we have faith in our loving Crea-tor. In the first reading, Naaman, a pagan leader, obeyed the prophet Elisha’s directive to wash in the Jordan. Not entirely sure of why he had to do this not once but seven times, he went ahead and did just that. Because of his faith his leprosy was cured and he became a firm believer in the God of Abraham. To go from non be-lief to belief in the hope that the God of Abraham would help him made Naaman very generous towards El-isha. He declined a gift he had no right to take and that only made Naaman’s faith stronger.

In the second reading we see Timothy suffering imprisonment for his preaching. Rather than complain about his lot, however, he sees his own suffering as a way to ensure the salvation of his disciples so he embraces it because he believes they and himself will reap their salvation so long as they do not deny Christ. This read-ing ends with a statement about the unconditional generosity of Jesus who will always welcome us back whenever we slip away from Him.

Then we have the Gospel message which emphasizes Christ’s total generosity even when we do not recipro-cate it. Of the ten lepers he cures, only one, returns to express his gratitude. And that one is a Samaritan, the most despised of people to the Jews. Notice Jesus, though he expresses disappointment that the others did not return to thank Him, He does not condemn them. Still, He tells the foreigner that his faith has saved him.

For us Americans born into a free society it is easy to take our faith for granted. But elsewhere that is not al-ways the case. On a recent trip to the Baltic States and Russia I saw many incidences of hardship for their faith that people endured under both Nazi and Communist oppression. Among some of the more graphic in-stances was the arrest, torture and murder of the archbishop of Vilnius, Lithuania, a country where 82% of the people claim Catholicism as their faith. Then in Latvia there is a hill that contains more than a hundred thousand crosses put there by the faithful. After driving the Nazis out of this country, the Soviets destroyed this shrine that had existed since the sixteenth century. They even posted guards around the site to prevent people from visiting it. Despite these guards, however, people would sneak in at night and plant more crosses so the authorities gave up. Now this Hill of Crosses is a major tourist attraction.

Finally, in St. Petersburg, Russia there is Saint Catherine of Alexandria’s cathedral on the main street. It does not compare with the grandeur of the ornate Russian Orthodox churches but in it simplicity shows us how our faith has survived. As you enter the building on your left is what must have been a side chapel. All that is left is a desecrated altar, partially destroyed by sledge hammers and a big empty hole on the wall behind it that must have contained a crucifix or icon of some sort. Daily Mass is said in another chapel. Though I could not understand the language, I knew what was happening. It made me very humble and grateful both for my faith and the freedom to practice it that we Americans enjoy. So today let us thank God as Naaman, Timothy and the Samaritan did, and act accordingly towards one another. God bless.

Deacon Brian

Oct. 9, 2016

Family Faith Formation 408-255-9950

Office is staffed on Tuesday and Thursday 8:00 am -3:00 pm and on weekends by ap-pointment. Please call before stopping by.

Our school’s theme this year is ‘Saints of Service’. Each Wednesday at Morn-

ing Prayer, our students are recognizing a saint through a prayer, play, song or presentation. We are con-tinuing with our year long recognition of the saints with the fifth grade performing a tribute to Saint Francis of Assisi by singing ‘Make Me an Instrument of Your Peace’. Our 8th grade students will be learning about saints and presenting short skits featuring those saints for the whole school.

Registration forms for 2016-2017 are available online at http:www.qofa.org/2016-2017-registration-2 or in the parish office. Registrations are still being accepted for all grade levels pre-k through 8th . Classes have started On the Calendar: Oct. 9th: All classes meet at their usual times. Oct. 16th: All classes meet at their usual times. Oct. 23rd All classes meet at their usual times. Children’s

Liturgy at the 9am Mass. Oct. 30th All classes meet at their usual times

.We are still accepting registrations for our Middle School Ministry program for the 2016-2017 school year. More info can be found online http://www.qofa.org/middle-school-ministry. MSM meets Sunday nights at 6:15 in the gym. On the Calendar: Oct. 9th: General Session—Guest Speaker Tony Melendez Oct. 16th: Formation Night—breakout sessions Oct. 23rd: Formation Night—breakout sessions Oct. 30th: General Session—Guest speaker, Ricky Ferrer

OPCVA

Office for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults

Diocese of San Jose - Anthony Gonzalez Phone: 408-983-0113 Fax:408-983-0147 Emergency line: 408-983-0141

ASCENT EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM

Hours of operation, 9:00 am -2:00 pm , Tuesday thru Thursday Contact 408-257-8302 FAX Number 408-257-4600 Web Site: www.ascent-jobs.org

HIGH SCHOOL Youth Ministry and Confirmation

Confirmation Registration is now open! Go to: tiny-url.com/QAconfirmation for details.

ON THE CALENDAR:

Oct. 9: All classes meet at their usual times. Oct. 21-23: High School Retreat at Queen of Apos-

tles, $40, pandevidaretreat.com *Like us on Facebook: Queen of Apostles Youth *Follow us on Instagram: QofAYM *Contact us: youth@qofa.org | 408-213-6509 | www.qofa.org

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is a religious formation program for adults and for

children 7 years or older, who are interested in joining the Catholic Church. Participants ex-plore their faith while learning about the Catho-

lic tradition. To learn more call 408-255-9950 or email kman-ning@dsj.org

40 Days for Life Fall Campaign 2016

September 28th to November 6th

24 Hour Prayer Vigil-October 24th, 10am to October 25th, 10am—Contact Mary Ann at missmaryann7@yahoo.com to sign up .Prayer Vigil with David Bereit, Founder of 40days for Life October 25th—12pm. Daily Prayer Vigils—Sept. 28th—Nov. 6th, 1691 The Alameda, San .Jose , Sign up at www.40daysforlife.com/sanjose. . For more information see the flyer in the church.

CHILDREN’S CHOIR :

Our Queen of Apostle’s Children’s Choir will be leading the assembly in song at the 9:00 a.m. Mass one Sunday a month. Practices will be from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the church on the Friday before. This group is for singers in 3rd through 8th grade. Returning and new members are welcome ! If you have any questions, please contact Becky at nanosmom@hotmail.com.

Public Square Rosary Crusade 2016 October 15th, 2016

Queen of Apostles Courtyard—Parking Lot Entrance For more information contact Elena Schemmel at 408-446-4280

Santa Clara County 2016 is a safe place for young people (12 through 20) who are affected

by the drinking or drug abuse of a family member or friend. There are no dues or fees. The “Heart to Heart Freedom” Ala-teen group meets every Thursday evening here at Queen of Apostles School at 7:45 p.m. in room7. Please call Jay or Venice at 408-406-7081 for more information.

Grief Group

Please call Shirley 408-241-1209 if you have any questions or need to talk. As of now there will not be any Grief Group meetings scheduled.

We lovingly pray for those in our Parish and families who cannot join us at Mass especially, Tomas Arguello, Eliza-beth Felix, Venice Romiti, Ken Koenig, Joann Caban,, George Hakius, Jeanne Futrell, Barbara Carrillo, Mary Crawford, Sherman Willaims. Please let us also pray for all our servicemen and women who serve in the Armed Forces throughout the world and remember them in our hearts today and everyday. We remember those dearly departed in our Queen of Apostles family and in our own families and special persons.

Seeking Preschool Assistant Teacher Queen of Apostles preschool in San Jose is looking for an ener-getic, active, and dedicated teacher to join our professional and fun-loving team. Candidates should have 12 Early Childhood Education or Child Development Units, and 6 months to one-year preschool experience. Ability to pass background check & finger print clearance. Current: First Aid & CPR certified. Ability to communicate positively and effectively with chil-dren, parents and staff. This position is a full time position. Your resume should include a cover letter and 3 work related references. If you are interested in applying for this position, please contact the preschool director Sophia Paul at paul@qofa-school.org. You may also reach her at 408-213-1630 ex 222.

PEACEMAKERS Feast Day October 11

Even though he was 77 when he was elected Pope, John XXIII exuded an enthusiasm for life, as would a younger man. Within a short time upon his election he called the Second Vatican Council into being, hoping to “open the windows” of the Church and let in some fresh air. The Council was a sign of extraordinary renewal in the Church – a positive dialogue be-tween the Church and the modern world.

Pope John came to represent peace as he authored Pacem in Terris, the encyclical on peace as well as living his life as an example of how to be a peaceful person. He hoped for peace in every heart – “every believer must be a spark of light and a center of love.” In the arms race, “true and solid peace of na-tions consists not in equality of arms but in mutual trust alone.”

How can we bring a “spark of light and a center of love” to this world?

Marriage Encounter Weekend

Married Couples: Fall is a beautiful season full of color and crisp fresh air. A Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend is like autumn because it’s a weekend full of fresh air, new begin-nings and a time to rejoice in the beauty of your marriage and family. It’s a great time to rekindle communication and enjoy a weekend away. The next Marriage Encounter Weekend is No-vember 11-13, 2016 at Vallambrosa Center, Menlo Park. For more information visit our website at: sanjosewwme.org or contact Ken & Claranne at 408-782-1413 or applica-tions@sanjosewwme.org

THE GRATEFUL GARMENT PROJECT When a victim of sexual assault enters a SART (Sexual Assault Re-sponse Team) facility for an examination, they are often required to surrender their clothing for forensic evidence. This can leave victims with nothing to wear home but a paper hospital gown. T.G.G.P. pro-vides NEW clothing, grooming items and snacks to victims of sexual assault of all ages. Queen of Apostles is hosting a clothing drive to assist TGGP. Outside of church there are bins for your donations of NEW clothing, grooming items and snacks. Don’t feel like shopping? Financial contributions allow purchases of clothing in bulk at whole-sale prices; this makes each dollar go farther. Please make your tax-deductible donation payable to: The Grateful Garment Project. On the table outside you will find brochures about TGGP and a list of what items of clothing are needed. Donations will be accepted at all services on the weekends of Oct. 1 & 2; Oct 8 and 9; and Oct. 15 and 16. Please be generous in helping TGGP return dignity to victims of sexual as-sault!!!

Music Ministry Grant from the Catholic Community Foun-dation We are excited to announce that Queen of Apostles music ministry has been awarded a $250 grant for Liturgical Music through the Catholic Community Foundation. This grant has been used in purchasing a new CCLI music license. CCLI will allow us to incorpo-rate music not covered under our current license into our liturgies and children’s programs. Thank you to the Catholic Community Foundation for their generous gift!

Queen of Apostles Church

4911 Moorpark Avenue

San Jose, Ca 95129

Never Give Up! PASTORAL STAFF: Rev. Thuc Si Ho, Pastor Rev. Reynaldo Sarmiento, Parochial Vicar, Dir. Of Liturgy Deacon Brian McKenna, Coordinator of Social Justice Kristie Manning, Faith Formation/RCIA Director Gregory Elsner, Accountant Mary Ann Oddo, Administrative Assistant II Marie McCarthy, Administrative Assistant I Klarissa Chichioco, Coordinator of Youth and Young Adult Ralph Garcia , Facilities Supervisor Teri Silvestri, Music Coordinator Carmen Macias, Wedding Coordinator Dirk Maasen, Technology Coordinator Family Faith Formation: 408-255-9950 Parish Office 408-253-7560 Open 9-5 Monday - Friday Closed for lunch: 12-1 4911 Moorpark Ave. San Jose, Ca.. 95129 Fax: 408-253-9530 Web Site: www.qofa.org Marty Chargin, School Principal School Address: 4950 Mitty Way 408-252-3659 San Jose, CA 95129

MASS SCHEDULE: Saturday (Vigil Mass): 5:00 p.m. Sundays: 7:30, 9:00 and 11:00 a.m., 5:00 p.m. Weekdays: 6:30 and 9:30 a.m. Saturdays: 8:00 a.m. Holy Days: (Vigil Mass) 5:00 p.m., 6:30, 9:30 a.m., 7:00 p.m. Marian Devotions: After the 8:00 a.m. Mass on Saturday SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: Seminar required. Please contact Rectory for information. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Saturdays - 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. or by appointment. SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY: Contact Rectory at least SIX MONTHS prior to any proposed wedding date. INQUIRY SESSION ABOUT THE CATHOLIC CHURCH: Contact number: 408-255-9950 or kmanning@dsj.org