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This story from Exodus reveals that the Israelites, after their escape from Egypt, cast all blame for their suffering on Moses. In this instance, they were dying of thirst. When Moses appealed to the Lord, the Lord directed Moses to strike a rock and water would gush forth.

Paul reminds the Romans that because Christ died for all people, they are acceptable in God’s sight.

Jesus converses with the Samaritan woman at Jacob’s Well. When Jesus indicates that whoever drinks from the water he gives will never be thirsty again, the woman immediately answers, “Give me this water, sir…” Jesus then reveals that she has had five husbands and tells her that he is the Messiah. The woman believes Jesus and proclaims this news to all the townspeople, who believe her and come to see Jesus.

5:00 P.M. Nancy Fahey, Sr. Catherine Ginther, Eileen Herrmann, Mary McGowan,

9:00 A.M Teresa Picchi, Michael Porcher, Bernadette Ritchey, Dane Ritchey, Marites Sanders, Sonya Simril,

11:00 A.M. Dennis Emmett, Sr. Barbara Hazzard, Allie Holley, Jeanette Louden-Corbett,

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.

The Annual Catholic Relief Services collection will be taken up next weekend after all the Masses. You will find envelopes in the pews.

We would like to thank all parishioners for their generosity for the Central and Eastern Europe collection last weekend.

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

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

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

	Our Lady of Lourdes Sunday Bulletin

Third Sunday Of Lent March 7, 2010 First Reading: Exodus 17:3-7 This story from Exodus reveals that the Israelites, after their escape from Egypt, cast all blame for their suffering on Moses. In this instance, they were dying of thirst. When Moses appealed to the Lord, the Lord directed Moses to strike a rock and water would gush forth. Second Reading: Romans 5:1-2, 5-8 Paul reminds the Romans that because Christ died for all people, they are acceptable in God’s sight. Gospel: John 4:5-52 Jesus converses with the Samaritan woman at Jacob’s Well. When Jesus indicates that whoever drinks from the water he gives will never be thirsty again, the woman immediately answers, “Give me this water, sir…” Jesus then reveals that she has had five husbands and tells her that he is the Messiah. The woman believes Jesus and proclaims this news to all the townspeople, who believe her and come to see Jesus. __________________________________________ *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 March 6 - 13, 2010 Sun. 5:00 P.M. Demetria Dayrit + Sun 9:00 A.M. Giovanni Aiello + Sun. 11:00 A.M. Myrna Spark + Mon. 8:00 A.M. Steve Benassini + Wed. 8:00 A.M. Carlos Luciano + Fri. 8:00 A.M. For the Intentions of Patricia Mooney __________________________________________________ EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS 5:00 P.M. Nancy Fahey, Sr. Catherine Ginther, Eileen Herrmann, Mary McGowan, Sr. Mary Liam Brock 9:00 A.M Teresa Picchi, Michael Porcher, Bernadette Ritchey, Dane Ritchey, Marites Sanders, Sonya Simril, Almaz Yihdego, Lucie Durand 11:00 A.M. Dennis Emmett, Sr. Barbara Hazzard, Allie Holley, Jeanette Louden-Corbett, Karen Patterson, Linda Suciu, Nikiya Arcia, Elisa Davila LECTORS 5:00 P.M. Lois Doctor, Tom Doctor 9:00 A.M. Beverly Harrison, Roberto Bethel 11:00 A.M. Bruce Corbett, Jeanette Corbett BREAD BAKER Lani de los Reyes 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. _________________________________________ Catholic Relief Services Collection The Annual Catholic Relief Services collection will be taken up next weekend after all the Masses. You will find envelopes in the pews. *2010 Collection to Aid the Church in* *Central and Eastern Europe* We would like to thank all parishioners for their generosity for the Central and Eastern Europe collection last weekend. You donated the amount of $135.15 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 LENTEN PRAYER SERVICE All parishioners are invited to come to our Lenten Prayer Service every Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. March 10, 2010 The Raising of Lazarus March 19, 2020 Lenten Rite of Reconciliation (Penance Service) March 24, 2010 The Stations of the Cross “Build a thriving Marriage!” A one-day seminar for married couples Do you want to Build a better marriage? improve communications? ‘rekindle the spark?’ This seminar is for you Improve your communication Experience the healing power of forgiveness Discover the role of service and prayer in marriage Live and love the marriage God intended for you. When: Saturday, March 20, 2010 Where: St. Isidore Church, Danville Cost: $55/couple or #30/person Pre-registered Time: 8:00 a.m. Mass (Bishop Salvatore Cordileone) 9:30 a.m. workshop Information and online registration: www.greatmarriage.us or Ed Hopfner ehopfner@oakdiocese.org Angel of God my guardian dear, To whom his love commits me here; Ever this day be at my side, To light and guard, to rule and guide. Amen. 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 ___________________________________________ PLEASE NOTE: Please turn off your cell-phone and pager when entering the Church. THANK YOU.