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God told Abram that he would give him the land of Egypt and his descendants would become a great people. Abram then made sacrifices to God, cutting them in half. A torch passed between the pieces, as a visible sign to Abram of God’s promise.

Paul urges the Philippians to avoid becoming too interested in material possessions. He reminds them that their most important wealth is their faith in Jesus, which will lead them to eternal life.

Jesus took Peter, John and James to a mountain to pray. When his clothes grew incredibly white, Moses and Elijah appeared. They spoke of the scripture he was to fulfill. Then a cloud came down and a voice said. “This is my Son, my Chosen One. Listen to him.” The disciples who had seen Jesus’ glory did not disclose this experience to anyone until much later.

All are invited to a free monthly program every 2^nd Saturday of each month until August 14 to introduce the Bay Area Manhattan Declaration on the sanctity of human life, traditional marriage, and religious freedom. Lectures begin at 3:00 p.m., followed by a Mass at 5:00 p.m. and reception at 6:00 p.m.

Ernest Pierucci, Esq., Attorney and Senior Fellow, Catholics for the Common Good, will discuss “Prospects for Marriage and the Family in the Current Legal Environment.

Thank you to all parishioners who supported this year’s Bishop’s Appeal. If you have not made your gift to the Bishop’s Appeal, please consider pledging or making a contribution at this time. The Bishop’s Appeal continues to be necessary because there are needs in the Diocese that cannot be effectively fulfilled by the individual or by the local parish.

This weekend, February 27 / 28, 2010 the second collection will go to aid the Church in Central and Eastern Europe. In this part of the world the Church, emerging from 70 years of Communist rule, is vigorously involved in rebuilding the faith of its people. Proceeds from the collection, sponsored by the Bishops of the

United States

, are used for:

BREAKING DOWN ILLUMINES THE DARKNESS

By Fr. Rusty Shaughnessy

Tuesday, March 16, 2010

When faith arises from the depths of our hopelessness; when we suddenly find forgiveness in a heart filled with resentment; when we discover confidence when fear was about to consume us; this is divine mercy.

Whenever the impossible gift arrives for us, a gift we have neither earned nor deserved, we can do nothing less than rejoice. “By the tender mercy of Our God, the dawn from on high will break upon us.” Luke: 1:78

Fr. Rusty Shaughnessy, OFM is a Franciscan priest and Retreat Master at San Damiano Retreat. Over the years Fr. Rusty has facilitated retreats, workshops, and parish missions internationally. He attended St. Mary’s Seminary, Baltimore, MD where he earned his MA in Theology.

March 19 -21, 2010

WORD INTO SILENCE

On this weekend you will experience Scripture passages for Holy Week, (Lectio), followed by silent sitting meditation in the Christian tradition, six meals and daily Liturgy included, plus optional chair massage and spiritual direction.

Spiritual Director: Sr. Barbara Hazzard.

For information and reservation

please call San Damiano Retreat House

at 925-837-9141 or register online www.sandamiano.org

enlightenment and mutual encouragement! The Bible Study Group meets every Wednesday from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. at

All parishioners are invited to come to our Lenten Prayer Service every Wednesday at 7:00 p.m.

From Ancient Roots to Modern Times” will be the featured presentation of the Crossroads Irish-American Festival on March 6 at 1:00 p.m. at the San Francisco Public Library, 100 Larkin at Grove. The public is invited to join this ‘roundtable conversation.’ Other events: concert by the Legendary Tommy Sands, Irish dance, storytelling, workshops, and more. The Festival runs from March 2-14 in San Francisco. Learn more at www.irishamericancrossroads.org or call at

Peter, James and John wanted to build a “booth” for Jesus and just stay on the mountain where His transfiguration took place. But the Son of God, the Chosen One, knew that He must instead keep moving toward His Crucifixion. We, too, must rise from worship and do what we can to hasten the coming of the Kingdom.

	Our Lady of Lourdes Sunday Bulletin

Second Sunday Of Lent February 28, 2010 First Reading: Genesis 15:5-12. 17-18 God told Abram that he would give him the land of Egypt and his descendants would become a great people. Abram then made sacrifices to God, cutting them in half. A torch passed between the pieces, as a visible sign to Abram of God’s promise. Second Reading: Philippines 3:17-4.1 Paul urges the Philippians to avoid becoming too interested in material possessions. He reminds them that their most important wealth is their faith in Jesus, which will lead them to eternal life. Gospel: Luke 9:28-36 Jesus took Peter, John and James to a mountain to pray. When his clothes grew incredibly white, Moses and Elijah appeared. They spoke of the scripture he was to fulfill. Then a cloud came down and a voice said. “This is my Son, my Chosen One. Listen to him.” The disciples who had seen Jesus’ glory did not disclose this experience to anyone until much later. __________________________________________ *PRAY FOR PEACE* Prayer for Generosity Dear Lord, teach me to be generous; Teach me to serve you as you deserve; To give and not to count the cost; To fight and not to heed the wounds; To toil and not to seek for rest; To labor, and not to ask for any reward – except that of knowing that I am doing your holy will. AMEN. MASS INTENTIONS February 27 – March 6, 2010 Sat 5:00 P.M. Kayser (Casey) Rycbacki + Sun 11:00 A.M. Jorge Isola + Tue. 8:00 A.M. Bill Rose + __________________________________________________ EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS 5:00 P.M. Tony Elenteny, Nancy Fahey, Sr. Catherine Ginther, Eileen Herrmann, Mary McGowan 9:00 A.M Mary Liu, Teresa Picchi, Michael Porcher, Bernadette Ritchey Dane Ritchey, Marites Sanders, Sonya Simril, Almaz Yihdego 11:00 A.M. Elisa Davila, Dennis Emmett, Sr. Barbara Hazzard, Allie Holley, Jeanette Louden-Corbett, Karen Patterson, Linda Suciu, Nikiya Arcia LECTORS 5:00 P.M. Lois Doctor, Tom Doctor 9:00 A.M. Mel Stenger, Vince Morgante 11:00 A.M. Gerry Beaulieu, Allie Holley BREAD BAKER Amy Kourkgy St. Anthony of Padua Institute Manhattan Forum Lecture Series 2^nd Saturday of each Month through August – 3:00 p.m., at St. Margaret Mary Church, Father Kozina Hall, Oakland. All are invited to a free monthly program every 2^nd Saturday of each month until August 14 to introduce the Bay Area Manhattan Declaration on the sanctity of human life, traditional marriage, and religious freedom. Lectures begin at 3:00 p.m., followed by a Mass at 5:00 p.m. and reception at 6:00 p.m. Saturday, March 13 Ernest Pierucci, Esq., Attorney and Senior Fellow, Catholics for the Common Good, will discuss “Prospects for Marriage and the Family in the Current Legal Environment. For more information on the monthly speaker, visit http://www.sapi.org/200912.htm BISHOP’S APPEAL 2010 To Make Christ Better Known. Thank you to all parishioners who supported this year’s Bishop’s Appeal. If you have not made your gift to the Bishop’s Appeal, please consider pledging or making a contribution at this time. The Bishop’s Appeal continues to be necessary because there are needs in the Diocese that cannot be effectively fulfilled by the individual or by the local parish. Our goal for the year 2010 is $14,447.00. *2010 Collection to Aid the Church in* *Central and Eastern Europe* This weekend, February 27 / 28, 2010 the second collection will go to aid the Church in Central and Eastern Europe. In this part of the world the Church, emerging from 70 years of Communist rule, is vigorously involved in rebuilding the faith of its people. Proceeds from the collection, sponsored by the Bishops of the United States, are used for: Supporting religious education programs Training seminarians Expanding social ministries Rebuilding churches, convents and schools. Your generosity can help provide the Resources to grow and nourish the faith in this region of the world. UPCOMING SAN DAMIANO RETREATS BREAKING DOWN ILLUMINES THE DARKNESS By Fr. Rusty Shaughnessy Tuesday, March 16, 2010 When faith arises from the depths of our hopelessness; when we suddenly find forgiveness in a heart filled with resentment; when we discover confidence when fear was about to consume us; this is divine mercy. Whenever the impossible gift arrives for us, a gift we have neither earned nor deserved, we can do nothing less than rejoice. “By the tender mercy of Our God, the dawn from on high will break upon us.” Luke: 1:78 Fr. Rusty Shaughnessy, OFM is a Franciscan priest and Retreat Master at San Damiano Retreat. Over the years Fr. Rusty has facilitated retreats, workshops, and parish missions internationally. He attended St. Mary’s Seminary, Baltimore, MD where he earned his MA in Theology. March 19 -21, 2010 WORD INTO SILENCE On this weekend you will experience Scripture passages for Holy Week, (Lectio), followed by silent sitting meditation in the Christian tradition, six meals and daily Liturgy included, plus optional chair massage and spiritual direction. Spiritual Director: Sr. Barbara Hazzard. For information and reservation please call San Damiano Retreat House at 925-837-9141 or register online www.sandamiano.org BIBLE STUDY GROUP AT OUR LADY OF LOURDES CHURCH Come and join us for fellowship, enlightenment and mutual encouragement! The Bible Study Group meets every Wednesday from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Library on Boden Way. For more information please call Michelle Benki at 510-499-2693 LENTEN PRAYER SERVICE All parishioners are invited to come to our Lenten Prayer Service every Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. March 3, 2010 The Woman at the Well March 10, 2010 The Raising of Lazarus March 19, 2020 Lenten Rite of Reconciliation (Penance Service) March 24, 2010 The Stations of the Cross “Irish-American Spirituality: From Ancient Roots to Modern Times” will be the featured presentation of the Crossroads Irish-American Festival on March 6 at 1:00 p.m. at the San Francisco Public Library, 100 Larkin at Grove. The public is invited to join this ‘roundtable conversation.’ Other events: concert by the Legendary Tommy Sands, Irish dance, storytelling, workshops, and more. The Festival runs from March 2-14 in San Francisco. Learn more at www.irishamericancrossroads.org or call at 415-810-3774 STEWARDSHIP February 28, 2010 (Second Sunday of Lent) Peter, James and John wanted to build a “booth” for Jesus and just stay on the mountain where His transfiguration took place. But the Son of God, the Chosen One, knew that He must instead keep moving toward His Crucifixion. We, too, must rise from worship and do what we can to hasten the coming of the Kingdom. PLEASE NOTE: Please turn off your cell-phone and pager when entering the Church. THANK YOU.