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Paul and Barnabas addressed many people and large crowds gathered to hear them. Some of the Jews became jealous, and argued with whatever Paul said. But Paul and Barnabas continued preaching their message of salvation and everlasting life, until they were eventually forced to leave the town.

John saw a vision of many people surrounding the throne and the Lamb. One of the elders told him these were the people who had survived great periods of trial, but maintained strong faith in God. Now they would receive eternal protection and comfort from God as reward for their loyalty.

Jesus states that his sheep know his voice and follow him, and will receive eternal life. Jesus also says that no one can snatch his followers away, because God is greater than anyone who might try, and Jesus is one with God.

PRAY FOR PEACE

SUNDAY OFFERINGS

April 18, 2010 $4,145.00

OUR WEEKLY GOAL IS $5,400.00

IN ORDER TO PAY ALL OUR EXPENSES

MAY GOD BLESS YOU

FOR YOUR GENEROSITY

Congratulations

Fr. Seamus

On your 35^th Anniversary

of Ordination to the Priesthood.

Thank you for being our Pastor and Friend.

May God bless you, guide you

And protect you always.

May 2, 1975

Creator of goodness and love, hear our prayers for the sick members of our community and for all who are in need. Amid mental and physical suffering may they find consolation in your healing presence. Show mercy as you close wounds, cure illness, make broken bodies whole and free downcast spirits.

find lasting health and deliverance, and join us in thanking you for all your gifts. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ who healed those who believed.

Interested in doing more for the good of others within a group of women of all ages who serve under the patronage of the Blessed Mother and who support each other in all aspects of their lives? Consider joining the Young Ladies Institute (YLI),

which was started in San Francisco in 1887 by three Catholic young women who were inspired to help an ill friend. The Institute has grown and is now made up of ladies of all ages. Our works of charity include many scholarship programs, youth activities, visiting the sick, financial support to many various charities, children in need, as well as to our seminarians for financial studies assistance. Last year we had as our special project, supporting children in praying the rosary and exposing more young girls to YLI, as well as to continue the growth and fellowship of our local chapter.

We meet at Mercy Care Center 3431 Foothill Blvd., Oakland, CA 94601 the third Saturday of every month at 10:00 A.M. Anyone who is interested may call Mrs. Teresa Orozco at 510-593-1124 (English/Spanish).

For more information and registration please contact San Damiano Retreat House at 925-837-9141 or www.sandamiano.org

Do you have a desire to deepen your relationship with God and become more aware of the Spirit’s guidance in your life? Spiritual Direction provides support and encouragement for the spiritual journey. Consider this for yourself! For more information please call:

The second collection this weekend is for the Catholic Home Mission Appeal. This Appeal supports the Home Mission places right here in the United States where the Catholic Church struggles just to keep parishes open and to educate children. Some Dioceses are terribly short on priests, sisters, and the money needed to run parishes. For example there are only 70 priests in the whole State of Utah, 57 in Idaho and 45 in Wyoming. The Catholic Missions Appeal helps build community within the Church and works for the common good of Catholics in the United States. Please give generously to help your fellow Catholics here in America.

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

SPECIAL MASS OF THANKSIVING

May 2, 2010 at 11:00 a.m.

There will be a Special Mass in Honor of Fr. Seamus’ 35^th Anniversary of Ordination to the Priesthood on Sunday, May 2^nd at 11:00 a.m. All parishioners are invited. Hospitality will follow the Mass in the parish hall.

	Our Lady of Lourdes Sunday Bulletin

Fourth Sunday Of Easter April 25, 2010 First Reading: Acts 13:14-. 54-52 Paul and Barnabas addressed many people and large crowds gathered to hear them. Some of the Jews became jealous, and argued with whatever Paul said. But Paul and Barnabas continued preaching their message of salvation and everlasting life, until they were eventually forced to leave the town. Second Reading: Revelation 7:9. 14-17 John saw a vision of many people surrounding the throne and the Lamb. One of the elders told him these were the people who had survived great periods of trial, but maintained strong faith in God. Now they would receive eternal protection and comfort from God as reward for their loyalty. Gospel: John 10:27-30 Jesus states that his sheep know his voice and follow him, and will receive eternal life. Jesus also says that no one can snatch his followers away, because God is greater than anyone who might try, and Jesus is one with God. __________________________________________ *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. SUNDAY OFFERINGS April 18, 2010 $4,145.00 OUR WEEKLY GOAL IS $5,400.00 IN ORDER TO PAY ALL OUR EXPENSES MAY GOD BLESS YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY MASS INTENTIONS April 24 – May 1, 2010 Sat. 5:00 P.M. Celina N. Ezekwem + Sun. 9:00 A.M. Jim Roveto + Sun. 11:00 A.M. Celina N. Ezekwem + __________________________________________________ EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS 5:00 P.M. Sr. Lorna Walsh, Jean Neuhauser, Elena Bunnell, Tony Elenteny, Nancy Fahey 9:00 A.M Kimberly Gamboa, Raul Gonzales, Mary Liu, Teresa Picchi, Michael Porcher, Bernadette Ritchey, Dane Ritchey, Marites Sanders 11:00 A.M. Elisa Davila, Dennis Emmett, Sr. Barbara Hazzard, Allie Holley, Jeanette Louden-Corbett, Karen Patterson, Lynda Suciu, Nikiya Arcia LECTORS 5:00 P.M. James Scott, Cecilia Pracher 9:00 A.M. Vincent Morgante, Mel Stenger 11:00 A.M. Jeanette Louden-Corbett, Bruce Corbett BREAD BAKER Amy Kourkgy *Congratulations* *Fr. Seamus* On your 35^th Anniversary of Ordination to the Priesthood. Thank you for being our Pastor and Friend. *May God bless you, guide you* *And protect you always.* May 2, 1975 A prayer for the sick Creator of goodness and love, hear our prayers for the sick members of our community and for all who are in need. Amid mental and physical suffering may they find consolation in your healing presence. Show mercy as you close wounds, cure illness, make broken bodies whole and free downcast spirits. May these people especially: Fr. Tony Lachner, Eugene Demuth, Bev Stehli, Patricia Mooney, Mittie Phillips and Betty Parces find lasting health and deliverance, and join us in thanking you for all your gifts. We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ who healed those who believed. AMEN. YOUNG LADIES INSTITUTE #70, OAKLAND, CA WOMEN LOOKING FOR THAT EXTRA SOMETHING???? Interested in doing more for the good of others within a group of women of all ages who serve under the patronage of the Blessed Mother and who support each other in all aspects of their lives? Consider joining the Young Ladies Institute (YLI), which was started in San Francisco in 1887 by three Catholic young women who were inspired to help an ill friend. The Institute has grown and is now made up of ladies of all ages. Our works of charity include many scholarship programs, youth activities, visiting the sick, financial support to many various charities, children in need, as well as to our seminarians for financial studies assistance. Last year we had as our special project, supporting children in praying the rosary and exposing more young girls to YLI, as well as to continue the growth and fellowship of our local chapter. We meet at Mercy Care Center 3431 Foothill Blvd., Oakland, CA 94601 the third Saturday of every month at 10:00 A.M. Anyone who is interested may call Mrs. Teresa Orozco at 510-593-1124 (English/Spanish). UPCOMING SAN DAMIANO RETREATS April 27-29, 2010 Waking up to this day: Seeing the Beauty right before us Paula D’Arcy & Fr. Rusty Shaughnessy, OFM Come enjoy a mid-week retreat as Paula and Fr. Rusty sharing inspiring insights on being awake and aware in good times and in bad. The retreat will be based on the nine guideposts for seeing beauty right before us as outlined in Paula’s newest book, Waking Up to This Day. For more information and registration please contact San Damiano Retreat House at 925-837-9141 or www.sandamiano.org We Welcome Our Visitors SPIRITUAL DIRECTION Do you have a desire to deepen your relationship with God and become more aware of the Spirit’s guidance in your life? Spiritual Direction provides support and encouragement for the spiritual journey. Consider this for yourself! For more information please call: Sr. Margaret Lynch s.n.j.m. at 510-653-3486 Catholic Home Mission Collection April 24/25, 2010 The second collection this weekend is for the Catholic Home Mission Appeal. This Appeal supports the Home Mission places right here in the United States where the Catholic Church struggles just to keep parishes open and to educate children. Some Dioceses are terribly short on priests, sisters, and the money needed to run parishes. For example there are only 70 priests in the whole State of Utah, 57 in Idaho and 45 in Wyoming. The Catholic Missions Appeal helps build community within the Church and works for the common good of Catholics in the United States. Please give generously to help your fellow Catholics here in America. __________________________________________ 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. SPECIAL MASS OF THANKSIVING May 2, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. There will be a Special Mass in Honor of Fr. Seamus’ 35^th Anniversary of Ordination to the Priesthood on Sunday, May 2^nd at 11:00 a.m. All parishioners are invited. Hospitality will follow the Mass in the parish hall.