The Valley Catholic November 19, 2019 | Page 2

2 IN THE DIOCESE November 19, 2019 | The Valley Catholic What Does Gratitude Mean to Me? By Liz Sullivan, Director of Communications/ Executive Editor The focus of this issue of The Valley Catholic is gratitude. We are just days away from Thanks- giving, followed closely by Advent and Christmas; a very special time in the life of the Catholic Church. In preparation for this issue, I have been asking co-workers and friends what “gratitude” means to them. As is typical, I received many different responses. I then caught myself and asked: Well … what does “gratitude” mean to me? When I stopped to think about it, the answer isn’t as easy as it would seem. Even though every morning as soon as I wake up I write down what I am “grateful” for as a means to start the day happy and appreciative. I also thought of many superficial things such as the 49ers football team and the memorable season they are having. Plus, the only way the Dallas Cowboys get to the Super Bowl is if they buy a ticket. And it looks like my beloved Philadelphia Eagles still have a shot at a great season. Or how I am grateful for the love of my dog Nanook and how she wags her tail anytime I come in the front door at home. Of course, there is the gratitude of having a job that I love and a roof over my head and food on the table. Yet, as I have been writing this col- umn over several days I feel like no matter what I write, how much I write, or even my feelings when I write, I haven’t a n swered t he que st ion: “What does gratitude mean to me?” Life is a journey. For me, that now seems to be a journey in search of the meaning of gratitude. I would be grateful to hear what others think gratitude means to them. Email me “what gratitude means to me” at [email protected]. With your permission, I might include some responses in the next issue of The Valley Catholic on December 17. Annual Fall Lunch and Bake Sale November 22 @ 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Becket Hall at Saint Thomas of Canterbury Church, 1522 McCoy Avenue, San José. Ladies of Charity invites you and your friends to our Annual Fall Luncheon and Bake Sale All proceeds benefit the students at Sacred Heart Nativity School San José: Sacred Heart Nativity School for Boys and Our Lady of Grace School for Girls. Anticipating the Holidays: Consolation of Grief November 23 @ 10 a.m. – Noon, Saint Joseph of Cupertino Parish, 10110 N. De Anza Blvd., Cu- pertino. Holidays often accentuate the grief and sadness experienced when a loved one dies. Come and receive strength, hope, helpful suggestions toward healing and wholeness this holiday season. All are welcome. For more information about our workshops, please contact our Out- reach Department: [email protected] or [phone]. RSVP appreciated but not necessary. Holy Family Holiday Boutique November 23 @ 10 a.m. - November 24 @ 4 p.m., Holy Family Parish Community Center, 4848 Pearl Ave, San José. Complete your holiday shopping at Holy Family’s 17th Annual Holiday Boutique. Shop a wide variety of gifts for children and adults alike. Simbang Gabi 2019 December 10 @ 7– 9 p.m., Saint John the Baptist Church, 279 South Main Street, Milpitas. The Diocesan Council of Filipino Catholics is sponsoring the Simbang Gabi 2019 kick-off event. All are welcome to celebrate with a Mass, presided by Bishop Cantú, then continues with a joyful celebration in Pavalkis Hall. The Valley Catholic Publisher Bishop Oscar Cantú Executive Editor and Communications Director Liz Sullivan [email protected] Business Manager Rosie Zepeda [email protected] Production Manager Yesenia Cabrera Hall [email protected] 1150 N. First Street, Suite 100, San José, CA 95112-4966 [phone] PHONE | [phone] FAX [email protected] | tvc.dsj.org The Valley Catholic (ISSN 8750-6238) is published for the Diocese of San José, 19 times a year: twice monthly except in August, December, and January (when one issue is published). The Valley Catholic is not published in July. Periodical postage paid at San José, CA and additional mailing offices. The Valley Catholic is dated and mailed to all registered households in the Diocese of San José. Subscriptions: $25 per year within Santa Clara County; $35 per year outside Santa Clara County Postmaster: Send address changes to: Diocese of San José, 1150 North First Street, Suite 100, San José, CA 95112-4966 Opinions, quotes, and views appearing in The Valley Catholic do not necessarily reflect those of The Valley Catholic and do not represent an endorsement by The Valley Catholic. Acceptance of advertising for publication in The Valley Catholic does not constitute approval or endorsement by The Valley Catholic. Address all letters, news releases, advertising inquiries, circulation, and/or subscription requests to The Valley Catholic at the address listed above, or e-mail at [email protected]. Appointments of Bishop Oscar Cantú NOVEMBER 19-20 Tues/Wed – Region XI, RECOSS V Encuentro follow up, Diocese of San Bernardino. 21 Thurs, 9 a.m., Mass & School Visit, St. Clare’s, Santa Clara. Thurs, 1:30, 3 & 4 p.m., Internal Office Meeting, Diocesan Offices, San José. Thurs, 7 p.m., Mass for Victims of Violence, St. John the Baptist, Milpitas. 22 Fri, 10 & 11 a.m., Internal Office Meeting, Diocesan Offices, San José. Fri, 2, 3 & 4 p.m., Internal Office Meeting, Diocesan Offices, San José. 23 Sat, 10 a.m., Diocesan Vietnamese Martyrs Mass & Celebration, Saint Maria Goretti Parish, San José. 24 Sun, 10 a.m., Sunday Spanish Mass, St. Joseph Cathedral, San José. 25 Mon, 8:30, 9:30 & 10:30 a.m., Internal Office Meetings, Diocesan Offices, San José. 26 Tues, 9 a.m., Internal Office Meeting, Diocesan Offices, San José. Tues, 1:30, 2 & 3 p.m., Internal Office Meeting, Diocesan Offices, San José. Tues, 5:30 p.m., Parish Engagement Outreach, Catholic Charities & Our Lady of Refuge, Our Lady of Refuge, San José. 29 Fri, 1 p.m. Mass and Celebration honoring Our Lady of Juquila, Oaxaca, Community, St. Mary Parish, Gilroy. DECEMBER 1 Sun, 9:30 a.m., English Mass, St. Leo the Great Parish, San José. Sun, 11 a.m., Spanish Mass, St. Leo the Great Parish, San José. 2 Mon, 9 & 10:30 a.m., Internal Office Meetings, Diocesan Offices, San José. Mon, 2 p.m., Internal Office Meeting, Diocesan Offices, San José. Mon, 5:30 p.m., Clergy Advent gathering, St. Christopher Parish, San José. 3 Tues, 8:30 a.m., Internal Office Meeting, Diocesan Offices, San José. Tues, 11 a.m., Maryknoll Fathers & Brothers Jubilee Mass, Los Altos. Tues, 5 p.m., Knights of Malta Mass & Dinner, St. Simon Parish & Los Altos Country Club, Los Altos. 4 Wed, 6 p.m., Bishops’ Welcoming Dinner to the CaCMC, San José. 5-7 Thurs – Sat, California, Catholic Ministry Conference, San José, Convention Center. Fri, 7 p.m., Our Lady of Guadalupe Diocesan Pilgrimage & Mass, Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, San José. 8 Sun, 5 p.m., Mass & Our Lady of Guadalupe Celebration, St. Joseph of Cupertino Parish, Cupertino. 9 Mon, 9 a.m., Bishops California Catholic Conference Meeting, Sacramento. 10 Tues, 9 a.m., Internal Office Meetings, Diocesan Offices, San José. Tues, 11:30 a.m., Blessing of the Tabernacle, Stanford Healthcare, Interfaith Department Stan- ford Hospital, Palo Alto. Tues, 2 & 3 p.m., Internal Office Meetings, Diocesan Offices, San José. Tues, 7 p.m., Diocesan Simbang Gabi Commissioning, St. John the Baptist Parish, Milpitas. 11 Wed, 9:30 a.m., Advent Mass, Archbishop Mitty High School, San José. Wed, 4:30 p.m., Catholic Community Foundation Board gathering, San José. 12 Thurs, 5 a.m., Mañanitas to Our Lady of Guadalupe, St. Joseph Cathedral, San José. Thurs, 6 a.m., Mass in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe, St. Joseph Cathedral, San José. Thurs, 7 p.m., Mass in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, San José. 13 Fri, 9 a.m., Mass & Visit, St. Lucy School, Campbell. Fri, 11:30 a.m., Luncheon with Cathedral docents, St. Joseph Cathedral. Fri, 3 p.m., Bishop’s Circle of Excellence Christmas Reception, San José. 14 Sat, 9:30 a.m., Diaconate Formation Session, Diocesan Offices, San José. 15 Sun, noon, Mass & Christmas Concert, St. Nicholas & St. Williams Parish, Los Altos. 16 Mon, 9 & 10:30 a.m., Internal Office Meetings, Diocesan Offices, San José. Mon, 2 p.m., Internal Office Meeting, Diocesan Offices, San José. Mon, 5 p.m., Bishop’s Circle of Excellence Christmas Reception, San José. 17 Tues, 9 & 11 a.m., Internal Office Meetings, Diocesan Offices, San José. Tues, 12 p.m., Catholic Community Foundation Christmas Celebration, Downtown San José. Tues, 2 p.m., Internal Office Meeting, Diocesan Offices, San José. Tues, 7 p.m., Simbang Gabi Mass, St. Francis of Assisi Parish, San José. 18 Wed, 9:30 a.m., Hispanic Ministry Posadas & luncheon, Directores y Coordinadores de Cate- quesis y Ministerio Hispano, Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, San José. 19 Thurs, 9:30 a.m., Council of Priests Meeting, Diocesan Offices, San José. Thurs, 1:30, 3 & 4 p.m., Internal Office Meetings, Diocesan Offices, San José. Deadline for the January 21, 2020 edition of The Valley Catholic is Tuesday, December 17, noon. Please submit to: [email protected]. ADDRESS CORRECTIONS To make corrections to your subscription, email us at: [email protected] Or cut out and mail to: The Valley Catholic 1150 N. First Street, Suite 100 San José, CA 95112 Questions? Call [phone] Please correct my name Please correct my address We are receiving two copies. Please cancel this subscription. Please cancel this subscription.