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God created many different animals in an attempt to make a suitable partner for the first man. Then he took a rib from the man as he slept and built it up into women. At last God had created someone who equaled the man, as she was “bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh and they proved to be suitable partners for each others.

This passage describes how Jesus will become perfect through his suffering. It also reminds us that Jesus’ Father is our Father as well, making him unashamed to call us his brothers and sisters.

The people began to ask Jesus if it was acceptable for a man to divorce his wife. Jesus tells them that two people who have been joined by God should not be separated. People began bringing their children to Jesus, but the disciples tried to send them away. Jesus grew angry and told the disciples to allow the children to come to him.

PRAY FOR PEACE

Sat. 5:00 P.M. For the Intentions of

Gary Devine

Fri. 8:00 A.M. Jeanne Caggiano +

BREAD BAKER Rowena Graham

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.

Come and join us for fellowship, enlightenment and mutual encouragement! The Bible Study Group meets every Wednesday from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall. For more information please call Michelle Benki at 510-499-2693.

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.

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 .

Spiritual Direction provides support and encouragement for the spiritual journey.

Please take up the Mass Attendance count during the month of October and turn in the number to the parish office.

This 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.

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.

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

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 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.

	Our Lady of Lourdes Sunday Bulletin

Twenty- Seventh Sunday In Ordinary Time October 4, 2009 First Reading: Genesis 2:18-24 God created many different animals in an attempt to make a suitable partner for the first man. Then he took a rib from the man as he slept and built it up into women. At last God had created someone who equaled the man, as she was “bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh and they proved to be suitable partners for each others. Second Reading: Hebrew 2:9-11 This passage describes how Jesus will become perfect through his suffering. It also reminds us that Jesus’ Father is our Father as well, making him unashamed to call us his brothers and sisters. Gospel: Mark 10:2-16 The people began to ask Jesus if it was acceptable for a man to divorce his wife. Jesus tells them that two people who have been joined by God should not be separated. People began bringing their children to Jesus, but the disciples tried to send them away. Jesus grew angry and told the disciples to allow the children to come to him. __________________________________________ *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 October 3 - 10, 2009 Sat. 5:00 P.M. For the Intentions of Gary Devine Fri. 8:00 A.M. Jeanne Caggiano + EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS 5:00 P.M. Elena Bunnell, Tony Elenteny, Nancy Fahey, Sr. Catherine Ginther, Sr. Jane Heckathorn 9:00 A.M Teresa Picchi, Michael Porcher, Marites Sanders, Sonya Simril, Almaz Yihdego, Bill Branca, Lucie Durand, Kimberly Gamboa 11:00 A.M. Sr. Barbara Hazzard, Allie Holley, Jeanette Louden-Corbett, Karen Patterson, Tim Taylor, Linda Suciu, Nikiya Arcia LECTORS 5:00 P.M. Matthew Webb, Cecilia Pracher 9:00 A.M. Beverly Harrison, Roberto Bethel 11:00 A.M. Denise Perry, Paul Grimes BREAD BAKER Rowena Graham 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 Come and join us for fellowship, enlightenment and mutual encouragement! The Bible Study Group meets every Wednesday from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall. For more information please call Michelle Benki at 510-499-2693. 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. 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 ATTENTION USHERS!!! Please take up the Mass Attendance count during the month of October and turn in the number to the parish office. THANK YOU. UPCOMING CATHOLIC VOICE COLLECTION This 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. You will find envelopes in the pews. *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 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 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. 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.