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IN THE DIOCESE

Statement of Bishop Patrick J . McGrath Diocese of San Jose

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The news this week of the historic sexual abuse of minors in six Pennsylvania dioceses is truly horrific . Trust was first betrayed by these attacks on the innocent ; however , the systematic cover-up and reassigning of these priests by their bishops and superiors is just as unforgivable .

As I have stated on many occasions , we – the Church and its ministers – must abide by a higher standard . We are called to protect and keep safe children , the young and all vulnerable persons . There can be no short-cuts , nothing that can excuse immoral and sinful acts .

The Diocese of San Jose remains committed to protecting God ’ s children and to fostering the safest of environments in which to worship , learn and live .

I echo the bishops in Pennsylvania who have asked for forgiveness . Yet we know that forgiveness does not absolve perpetrators of the consequences of these grave transgressions against the defenseless .

Finally , I ask you to pray for the victims and their families . I would also request that you pray for the vast majority of priests – present and past – who have been faithful in their ministry . They , too , grieve for the terrible stain of this sin that has harmed so many .

May God bless you all .

Oberammergau Passion Play

A Passion Play Journey to Hungary , Austria and Germany under the Spiritual Direction of Bishop McGrath and Rev . Christopher Bennett , 11-Days : September 3 to 13 , 2020 .

To secure a ticket we ask that you make reservation with a depost . For more information please contact Father Chris at ( 408 ) 269-2226 , or cbennett @ dsj . org .

Join us for an engaging meeting on the homeless crisis on Saturday , September 8 , at the Educare Center 1399 Santee Road from 9 a . m . to noon .

The Bay Area Conference of Associates and Religious ( BACAR ) is sponsoring aa discussion with members from Casa de Clara , Showers for the People , Village House , and Hope Village . For more information please visit , www . bacar2 . org . or contact Kathy Noether knoether @ aol . com

August 21 , 2018 | The Valley Catholic

Appointments of Bishop Patrick J . McGrath

September

4 Tues – Fri , September 14 , Pilgrimage to the Holy Land

Saint Martin of Tour ’ s Young Adult Ministry presents : 80 ’ s Dance Party for all young adults ( 20-40 ) August 25 @ 7:30 p . m ., Saint Martin of Tours Gym , 200 O ’ Connor Dr ., San Jose . $ 10 suggested donation . 1980 ’ s fashion encouraged . Light refreshments provided , proceeds benefit Father Abe ’ s missionary work in India . Appropriate party behavior and tasteful attire is expected .

Do You Own A Pet ? August 25 @ 10 a . m . -noon , Saint Francis of Assisi Memorial Garden , 5111 San Felipe Road , San Jose . Guest speaker Dr . Louise Rathjen , DVM , CHPV Certified Animal Hospice and Palliative Care Veterinarian started Restful Paws in 2014 so that pets could have in-home hospice care to make their last days as comfortable as possible and to give pets a peaceful and dignified passing in the comfort of their own home . They also guide families in need of grief support . Rsvp ’ s appreciated , but not required , ( 408 ) 223-1770 ext : 326 or fleyerle @ dsj . org .

Mentoring Program for New Faith Formation Directors 1 to 5 years August 30 @ 9:30 a . m . -3 p . m ., Chancery , 1150 North First Street , San Jose . In the National Directory for Catechesis we read the following : “ The single most critical factor in an effective parish catechetical program is the leadership of a professionally trained parish catechetical leader ,” NDC # 54:5 . As the new Director for Faith Formation for the Diocese it is important for me that the Directors are professionally trained so that they can carry out their ministry in effective ways . It is also equally important for me that the directors ( especially those who are beginning their ministry ) are supported and have the resources and training they need to be effective in this important ministry of the Church . With this in mind , I am reestablishing the mentoring program for new directors . Using the passage from Luke 24 ( The Emmaus story ), “ what are you discussing along the way ?” as our focus , the mentoring program will be a sustained conversation with your mentor and with the Office of Faith Formation . The program has four components : 1 . Each new director will be assigned a mentor who the mentee will meet with monthly . The mentor is chosen by the Director of Faith Formation for the Diocese . 2 . Four sessions separate from your monthly meeting with your mentor that will be held from 10 a . m . to 12 p . m . gathered around topics related to your ministry as directors . 3 . The program is for one year only . 4 . A fee of $ 25 . is requested . For more information , visit www . dsj . org / what-are-you-discussing-along-the-way .

Screenagers Growing Up in the Digital Age August 31 @ 7-9 p . m ., 5111 San Felipe Road , San Jose . Come join us and watch this fascinating documentary on how screen time affects the development of the teenage brain . How it affects their social behavior , friends and family . Come and see how other families struggle with their own Screenager . For more information , visit www . screenagersmovie . com .

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