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November 26, 2017

219 Bean Avenue • Los Gatos, California 95030 • 408.354.3726 • fx 408.354.9302 • www.stmaryslg.org

Welcome to St. Mary of the Immaculate ConceptionFor more detailed information about what is happening now and in the future at St. Mary go to our online calendar on our website

or on the computer in the parish office. Registration Forms can be found online, in the vestibule of the church or in the Parish Office.

our Lord Jesus Christ, KiNg of the uNiverse

This Week...www.stmaryslg.org/#calendar

Sun.Nov. 26

Malankara Mass 1 pYouth Choir Practice 4 p

Mon.Nov. 27

Prayer Shawl Ministry 10:15 a Adoration & Rosary 6 p Women’s Support Group 6:30 p Women’s Scripture Study 7 p

Tue.Nov. 28

Small Christian Community 6:30 a Women’s Spirituality Group 8 a Prayer Group meeting 10 a Centering Prayer 7 p RCIA 7 p

Wed.Nov. 29

Organ Practice 4:30 pWomen of Faith 7:15 p

Thu.Nov. 30

Little Rock Scripture Study 9:30 a Centering Prayer 4 pSMS Men’s Club 5p

Fri.Dec. 1

Men’s Faith Sharing 6:30 a Bible Study 8 a Adoration/Divine Mercy 3 p

Sat.Dec. 2

Los Gatos Christmas Parade 2nd Collection - School Support Reconciliation 3:30 p

Sun.Dec. 3

2nd Collection - School Support Coffee and Donuts after AM masses Elementary Faith Formation 9 & 11:15a Playways 9 a Malankara Mass 1 pReconciliation Parent/Child Retreat 2 p Youth Choir Practice 4 p WAV 6 p

mass times

Daily: Mon - Sat 7:30 am Saturday (Vigil): 5 pm

Sunday: 7:30, 9 & 11:15 am and 5 pm Reconciliation: 3:30 pm on Saturdays Rosary prayed after 7:30am daily mass

Text Giving is now Available ...What does this mean?

If you have not yet signed up for ConnectNow Online Giving, or even if you have, we are now also providing the ability to text your donation to the Sunday Collection as well as Christmas, Easter and 2nd collections.

Number to text to: 14082605076

1. Text the amount you would like to give to your church’s designated number ( For other than Sunday ColleCtion read tipS Below ).

2. If you are a first time text-giving donor, or not signed up for ConnectNow Giving currently, you will be prompted to visit a secure URL.

3. Once you click the registration link, you will enter your credit or debit card information.

4. At this point your donation will process.

5. You will see a confirmation text showing your donation and registration were successful.

For more information on Text Giving go to https://stmar yslg.org/tex t

Stewardshipis the grateful response of a Christian disciple who recognizes and receives God’s gifts and shares these gifts of love of God and neighbor.

stmaryslg.org/donateTHANK YOU to those who have already signed up. If you were receiving envelopes please contact Lisa - [email protected] if you would like to discontinue them.

Memory Bricks

Memory Bricks are a great way to remember a special event, person or loved one in our community. When you purchase a brick your contributions fund our Parish and School buildings & grounds upkeep and improvements. Information and order form can be found on our website at s t m a r y s l g . o r g / b r i c k - o r d e r - f o r m .

New to St. Mary’s? Any Changes in your life? Have you moved? Cancelled your landline phone? Got a new cell phone number?

Changed your email address? Forgot to let your parish know about any of these changes? You can easily register or update your information online -

https://www.stmaryslg.org/parish-registration or give us a a call at 408/354-3726

We appreciate your ongoing support and commitment to St. Mary Church. If you have ever forgotten your envelope, checkbook or to stop for cash you should consider signing up for ConnectNow Giving (online giving). In addition to recurring scheduled donations for Sunday and School collections, ConnectNow Giving offers one-time giving via the web, using a mobile app (iTunes) (Android) or via text. Most 2nd collection and special collections are also available as one-time gifts. Need help getting set-up? Contact Teri Tucci — [email protected] or 408.354.3726 x137

stmar yslg.org/donate

Recently members of our Finance Committee

presented our

aNNuaL Parish fiNaNCiaL rePort for the

Fiscal Year July 1, 2016 - June 20, 2017

A more detailed reporting of our income and expenses mentioned in this report, along with a video of the presentation, can be found on our website:

https://stmaryslg.org/stewardship

CHRIST, KING OF ALLOn this, the final Sunday of the liturgical year, we celebrate the solemnity of Christ the King. By concluding the year with this feast we are proclaiming our faith that Jesus Christ is the one and only king over all seasons, all peoples, and all of creation.At the end of time as we know it, Christ's work of restoring all things to unity and harmony with their Creator God will be completed. This Sunday, when we claim Christ as both our Shepherd and our King, we recognize our own calling to participate in Christ's saving work by caring for those whom Jesus calls "the least ones" (Matthew 25:45).

the streNgth of our Parish CommuNity

Many people tell me that St. Mary’s is a great parish and I’m quite inclined to believe them. Our parish site is located in one of the best towns in Santa Clara County. We have an excellent school with dedicated teachers along with an experienced and professional pastoral staff. Lay leadership is the cornerstone of the conciliar groups of the parish, and the many that serve in this capacity recruit, train, and support the parishioners to answer the call of service in the local community. Anyone with analytical eye is capable of recognizing all of the advantages of belonging to a parish like ours.

The life of our parish community is centered in Jesus Christ. This centeredness is the one strength we could not afford to lose because

it is the identity to which each of us accepts by virtue of our sacramental life in the Church. The fulfillment of the sacramental life compels us to live what we believe in service to God and one another. While it may be easier for some to remain inactive, the call to active engagement with fellow parishioners and staff members remains the hallmark of lay involvement in the mission of the Church.

Even while we have many strengths to consider there is still much that we lack, and we do well to consider how we can build on what we have in order to make our parish community the best it can be. As we conclude the month of November and make preparations for Advent and Christmas, let us keep focus on how we can give confidence to each other to pursue the efforts that we endeavor as a Christian Community.

The time we have is indeed a valuable commodity. As Catholics, we are meant to spend time first and foremost with God in prayer. This time allows you to

discern how best to use the talents God has created in you, making it possible to see how your talent can bear fruit in service to God and our neighbor. Once you know what it is you can offer to God, it’s far easier to identify your role for service. When others see what you offer, they will be encouraged to consider similarly ways they might be of service at St. Mary.

Generosity is a natural outcome of this kind of discernment. Financial contributions correspond to your willingness to support the mission of the Church. Consider carefully what you can give to the life of this parish community. Pray about it and decide on the part you will play in support of our parish life that lends to strengthen our identity as disciples of Jesus Christ.

Saint Mary’s Parish CommunityAnnual Christmas Giving Tree - 2017

Giving Hope and Joy to Those in Need

Please take one or more ornaments from the tree and fulfill the request on gift tag.

Remember to return unwrapped gifts and gift cards

for the Christmas Giving Tree by December 9/10.

Cash or check donations are welcome and will be used to

purchase needed items. Tax donation receipts are avail-

able upon request from the Pastoral Office.

AbouT #GivinGTuesdAy

#GivingTuesday is a global giving movement that has been built by individuals, families, organizations, businesses and communities in all 50 states and in countries around the world. This year, #GivingTuesday falls on November 28. #GivingTuesday harnesses the collective power of a unique blend of partners to transform how people think about, talk about, and participate in the giving season. It inspires people to take collective action to improve their communities, give back in better, smarter ways to the charities and causes they believe in, and help create a better world. #GivingTuesday demonstrates how every act of generosity counts, and that they mean even more when we give together.

To learn more about #GivingTuesday participants and activities or to join the celebration of giving, please visit:

Website: www.givingtuesday.org

Facebook: www.facebook.com/GivingTuesday

Twitter: twitter.com/GivingTues

www.stmaryslg.org/faith-formation

To register, please go to our website under Faith Formation or email Terri Trotter - [email protected]

Family Faith Formation

You can still sign up for Family Faith Formation Classes for all sessions:

Pre-school through High School. You can register at stmaryslg.org/faith-

formation-registration-formRemember that Faith Formation is an on-going and life-long process

and children should attend sessions every year to deepen their understanding, knowledge and relationship with Christ.

Are you interested in learning more about the Catholic Faith?

Interested in becoming a Catholic?Join us for our RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation Of Adults) journey of faith

that meets on Tuesday evenings from 7-8:15pm. During this year-long process

we will explore themes of Spirituality, Sacraments, Prayer, The Mass,

Social Justice, etc. If interested, please contact Terri -

[email protected]

New ParishioNersBarbara Lencioni

Shari Oldfield

Advent & Christmas

with Thomas Merton

4 Tuesday Mornings Nov. 28, Dec. 5, 12, and 19

from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon St. Mary’s Conference Room

Come, join us on an inner Advent journey, as we venture into a

place of interior silence in order hear and respond to the Holy

Spirit as we prepare to celebrate Christmas, a day made holy by sacred mystery. These morning

gatherings help us put the focus of Christmas on Christ. There are informational flyers at the

entrances to the church with pre-registration information.

FEAST OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION (Holy Day of Obligation) Thurs., December 7, 2017 7:00 PM Light refreshments will follow in the Hofmann Center Fri., December 8, 2017 7:30 AM 9:00 AM School Mass 7:00 PM ADVENT RECONCILIATIONSat., December 16, 2017 8:00 AM - 9:30 AMPriests will be available for Individual ConfessionThurs., December 21, 2017 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMPriests will be available for Individual Confession CHRISTMAS EVE CELEBRATIONSunday, December 24, 2017 4:00 PM Mass - Howley Hall 4:00 PM Mass - Church 6:00 PM Mass 10:00 PM Mass Adult Choir (w/ 30 min. prelude) CHRISTMAS DAY CELEBRATION Sunday, December 25, 2017 7:30 AM Mass 10:00 AM Mass The “Niners” ***Please note time changes*** *note: NO 9:00 am, 11:15 am & 5 pm mass

Mary Mother of God (New Year's Day)Sunday, January 1, 2018 7:30 AM Mass

ADVENT SCHEDULE

Monday: Dn 1:1-6, 8-20; Dn 3:52-56; Lk 21:1-4

Tuesday: Dn 2:31-45; Dn 3:57-61; Lk 21:5-11

Wednesday:Dn 5:1-6, 13-14, 16-17, 23-28; Dn 3:62-67; Lk 21:12-19

Thursday: Rom 10:9-18; Ps 19:8-11; Mt 4:18-22

Friday: Dn 7:2-14; Dn 3:75-81; Lk 21:29-33

Saturday: Dn 7:15-27; Dn 3:82-87; Lk 21:34-36

Sunday: Is 63:16b-17, 19b; 64:2-7; Ps 80:2-3, 15-16, 18-19; 1 Cor 1:3-9; Mk 13:33-37

PRAY FOR THE DECEASED Jessica Antal †

Michael Brown † Bill Carroll, S.J.†

Betty Roudebush † Sister Betty Shields †

PRAY FOR THE SICK

Kevin Dircio Tony Micalco

We pray for all parishioners who need healing of body, mind and spirit, that Jesus be a source of strength and comfort. To place a name on this list (for three weeks), contact Pastoral Care, 354-3726 x121. You also are invited to write names in St. Mary’s Book of Petitions and Prayers in front of Mary’s statue in church.

St. Vincent de Paul Society - St. Mary Conference http://www.stmaryslg.org/st-vincent-de-paul

“Help Us Help Others in our Community”

The Prayer Shawl Ministry Group will meet Monday November 27th 10:15 am to 11:45 am in the Parish Conference Room. We welcome new members! With our busy schedules it may be difficult to attend a particular meeting; partici-pants are welcome whenever they can come. If you have any ques-tions regarding participating, receiving a prayer shawl, donating a shawl or the availability of patterns and sup-plies, please contact Jane Najour ( 354-3726 ext. 121) or [email protected].

November is Organ Donation Month - “ Celebrating Faith, Hope and Life” The Holidays are upon us. This is a time to reflect on and have gratitude for all of the blessings that we have received throughout the year. While many of are looking forward to celebrating with our loved ones, thousands of people in our community who are on the transplant wait list will be wondering if this might be their last holiday. Organ and tissue donors can give the most precious gift, the Gift of Life. Register as an organ and tissue donor at DonorNetworkWest.org or at the DMV and share your decision with your loved ones.

CHRIST, KING OF ALLOn this, the final Sunday of the liturgical year, we celebrate the solemnity of Christ the King. By concluding the year with this feast we are proclaiming our faith that Jesus Christ is the one and only king over all seasons, all peoples, and all of creation.At the end of time as we know it, Christ's work of restoring all things to unity and harmony with their Creator God will be completed. This Sunday, when we claim Christ as both our Shepherd and our King, we recognize our own calling to participate in Christ's saving work by caring for those whom Jesus calls "the least ones" (Matthew 25:45).

Thank you from SVdPThe St. Mary’s Conference of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul thanks you for the generous patronage you provided during our November Annual Appeal and Thanksgiving Food drive. New members and associates are always welcome. If you would like information about how you might join or support our parish conference, please contact John Thielmann; [email protected] or visit us on our website; https://stmaryslg.org/st-vincent-de-paul .

FOR ADS

FOR ADS

PastoraL admiNistratioNParish & Pastoral Ministries Offices: 408.354.3726 Fax: 408.354.9302

Fr. Rick Rodoni Pastor [email protected] x139Fr. Biju Daniel Varghese Parochial Vicar [email protected] x138Terri Trotter Pastoral Assoc., Director of [email protected] x123 Faith Formation -Infant through Adult Jane Najour Coordinator of Pastoral Ministries [email protected] x121 Ellie Harris Youth Ministry [email protected] x129Corliss Greene Director of Music [email protected] x122Jill Montanari Parish Administrative Asst. [email protected] x110Teri Shepherd Tucci Business Manager [email protected] x137

sChooL admiNistratioNSchool Office: 408.354.3944 Fax: 408.395.9151Jim Johnston Principal [email protected] x119Lynne Dickerson Vice Principal [email protected] x161Cecile Mantecon Vice Principal [email protected] x148Sheryl Becker Office Manager [email protected] x132Kathy Rosendin Administrative Assistant [email protected] x118

mass times Daily: Mon - Sat 7:30 am Saturday (Vigil): 5 pm Sunday: 7:30, 9 & 11:15 am and 5 pm

Reconciliation: 3:30 pm on Saturdays Rosary prayed after 7:30am daily mass

If it is an emergency and you need to reach a priest call 408.482.8021

The presiders’ schedule can be found on our website at:www.stmaryslg.org/mass_times

registratioN oPeN for 2017-2018!

We are accepting applications for all grades, Transitional Kindergarten - 8th Grade. Our Extended Care Program pro-vides after-school supervised care until 6:00pm. Applications and enrollment information is available on the St. Mary School website, www.smslg.org. For more information, call the school office, 408-354-3944. St. Mary School does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and/or ethnic origin, age, sex or disability in the admission of students, the administration of educational policies, scholarships, loan programs, athletic and other school-administered programs.

www.smslg.org

SUPPORT ST. MARY’S 8TH GRADE

CLASS OF 2018Buy your $20 Community Card

and start saving today! All proceeds from your purchase

directly support the 8th Grade trip to Washington D.C.

Why purchase a Community Card?The Community Card:

- Provides special discounts for many Los Gatos businesses that

you already patronize and others you should visit!

- Can be used multiple times, until it expires next year!

- Pays for itself after just a few uses!

Community Cards will be sold after ALL masses!, or you can contact

[email protected].

Important Dates:

DEC. 8 9AM SCHOOL MASS IMMACULATE CONCEPTION