September 27, 2009

First Reading:  Numbers 11:25-29

Two men not considered prophets by the people began to prophesize, and this offended those who did not feel they were true prophets. But Moses explained that prophets are chosen by God, not the people.

Second Reading:  James 5:1-6

James speaks out strongly against people who become rich by cheating their workers. He claims the wealth they have dishonestly collected will be testimony against them on judgment day.

Gospel:  Mark 9:38-43. 45. 47-48

Jesus explains to his disciples that it is acceptable for a person who is not part of their group to speak in his name, but he does warn that anyone who tries to lead his followers astray will be punished. Jesus also discusses personal failing and the importance of taking whatever steps are necessary to avoid them.

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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

    September 26 – October 3, 2009

EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS

5:00 P.M.        Jean Neuhauser, Elena Bunnell,

Tony Elenteny, Nancy Fahey,

Sr. Catherine Ginther

9:00 A.M         Mary Liu, Teresa Picchi,

Michael Porcher, Marites Sanders, Sonya Simril, Almaz Yihdego,

Bill Branca, Lucie Durand

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

Karen Patterson, Tim Taylor,

Linda Suciu, Nikiya Arcia

LECTORS    

5:00 P.M.        John Hunt, Ruthanne Allen-Hunt

9:00 A.M.        Theresa Noble, Cynthia Wyman

11:00 A.M.       Jeanette Louden-Corbett,

Bruce Corbett

PLEASE HELP TO DEFRAY THE COST OF OUR NEW SOUND SYSTEM.

You may have noticed that we installed a new Sound System. We would like to thank all parishioners who already made a donation to defray the cost.

We need your help! If you would like to contribute to the cost, please make your check payable to Our Lady of Lourdes Church.

Total Cost: $62,000.00

Amount donated $47,054.93

We are still $14,945.07 short.

Thank you in advance for your generosity.

                                                                                       BIBLE STUDY GROUP

AT OUR LADY OF LOURDES CHURCH

Retrouvaille

A lifeline for marriages

Married Single Lifestyle –

The Married Single Lifestyles describes couples that may have lost a sense of closeness they once had as marriage partners and are living more like roommates. Retrouvaille teaches couples how to survive times like these in their marriage. This program has helped 10’s of 1000’s of couples experiencing difficulty at all levels of marital distress from disillusionment to deep misery. For confidential information, or to register please call 510-648-6874 or email: Oakland@RetroCA.com or visit the website at www.HelpOurMarriage.com .

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 call:

Sr. Margaret Lynch s.n.j.m.

(510) 653-3486

HOLY FATHER COLLECTION

A special Thank you to all parishioners who made a donation last weekend for the Peter’s Pence collection. You donated the amount of $516.00.

UPCOMING CATHOLIC VOICE COLLECTION

The weekend of October 3-4, 2009 is the annual second collection for the Catholic Voice. Your donations help our parish offset its payment for this important communication ministry. The Voice is the only regular source of Catholic news and information delivered to all parishioners in the Diocese. Please be generous in your support to defray our assessment of $5,160.00. Checks should be made payable to Our Lady of Lourdes Church.

USHERS NEEDED!

We are in need of Ushers for all three Masses. If you would like to help and become an Usher please call the parish office at 451-1790 Ext. 201, or speak to one of the Sacristans.

Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat, Santa Rosa

Has an abortion left you with a broken heart? A confidential retreat, sponsored by the Diocese of Oakland, will offer a loving and supportive environment where women and men can reconcile painful post-abortion emotions and begin the process of renewal and healing.

For confidential inquiries call (707)-967-1101

or email  rachelsvineyard@gmail.com

See also www.rachelsvineyard.org

Worldwide Marriage Encounter

Married Couples: What makes us both truly human and truly like God? It is love of a married couple, which is unselfish, undying, and wholly directed to the good of others. It is love that unites us in an unbreakable bond of fidelity, and fellowship with others. Jesus loved his own until the very end of his passion and death on the cross (John 13:1). Experience a WWME weekend being held in Pleasanton the weekend of November 20-22, 2009 and discover God’s meaning more fully.

For more information, call

Ray & Roberta Montes at 916-806-4601

or Joe & Sue Talarico at 925-680-7767

or got to http://www.rekindleyourmarriage.org  Please register, on-line by October 28.

BISHOP O’DOWD HIGH SCHOOL

CAMPUS TOURS AND OPEN HOUSE

Campus Tours and Class Visits

Eighth grade students may visit the Bishop O’Dowd campus from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. on the following dates, Thursday, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2009 Parents are welcome to participate in a parallel program with Administrators. Please register online

www.bishopodowd.org/admissions

Open House –

Sunday, November 1, 2009  

1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

The open house is an opportunity to explore the Bishop O’Dowd campus, meet faculty, administration and students and learn about the academic, co-curricular and campus ministry programs, no reservation required.

We Welcome our Visitors