Appointments of Bishop patrick J . McGrath
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November 8 , 2016 | The Valley Catholic
Bishop McGrath ’ s Statement on Election 2016 and After Eelction
Dear Friends ,
Since 1796 , when John Adams succeeded George Washington as President , a founding principle of our great nation has been the orderly transfer of power , as an expression of the will of the people . The notion of a democracy relies upon this .
As hard-fought as many of our elections have been , our nation has always succeeded historically in coming together in a mature and civil manner , for the benefit of all , for the good of all of the people . No matter the outcome , we have united – in word and in deed – as one nation .
This year ’ s contentious and unsettling presidential race threatens our ability to come together as one people . The claims by some of our fellow citizens that they will not accept the final outcome of the election borders on the seditious , portending a future that would be neither civil , nor true to our common roots as Americans . We cannot do this . It is not who we are , not who we are called to be .
I ask Catholics and all people of good will to come together on November 8 th and 9 th and on all of the days that follow to continue to forge one nation , subject to the rule of law and to unite as one American people , committed to the common good of these United States , with its government “ of the people , by the people and for the people ” ( Abraham Lincoln , Gettysburg Address ).
May God bless you all and may all of our people come together as “ one nation , under God , with liberty and justice for all .”
With every best wish and kind regard , I remain , Sincerely yours ,
Patrick J . McGrath Bishop of San Jose
Sulpician Fathers to Leave Saint patrick ’ s Seminary and University
On Saturday , October 22 , the Archdiocese of San Francisco announced that after 118 years of service at Saint Patrick ’ s Seminary and University in Menlo Park , the Society of San Sulpice (“ Sulpicians ”) will withdraw from the Seminary , effective at the end of the current academic year .
Many of our priests and all of our current seminarians are alumni or students of Saint Patrick ’ s . We owe a great debt of gratitude to the Sulpician Fathers for their ministry among us for these many years . They will be missed .
Appointments of Bishop patrick J . McGrath
November
8 Tues , 2 p . m ., Visit and Tour , Chaplaincy Program , Valley Medical Center , San Jose 9 Wed , 8:30 a . m ., Mass and Visit , Saint Catherine School , Morgan Hill 10 Thurs , 9:30 a . m ., Council of Priests Meeting , Diocesan Offices , San Jose
Thurs , 1 p . m ., Meeting of the Bishop ’ s Cabinet , Diocesan Offices , San Jose 12 Sat , 10 a . m ., Mass , Feast of Vietnamese Martyrs , Vietnamese Catholic Center , San Jose
Sat , 5 p . m ., Mass , End of Jubilee Year , Saint Martin Church , Sunnyvale 13 Sun , 11:30 a . m ., Mass , Closing of Year of Mercy , Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph , San Jose
Sun , 4 p . m ., Mass and Dinner , Seton Provincialate , Los Altos 14-20 Mon-Sun , USCCB Meeting , Baltimore 22 Tues , 6 p . m ., Vienna Boys Choir , Sacred Heart Church , Saratoga 27 Sun , 10 a . m ., Mass and Groundbreaking , Our Lady of La Vang Church , San Jose 29 Tues , 1 p . m ., Clergy Personnel Board Meeting , Diocesan Offices , San Jose
Tues , 5 p . m ., Evening Prayer and Dinner , Marianist Community , Cupertino
Diocese of San Jose Elects Council of Priests Officers for 2016-17
Chairman – Father Christopher Bennett Vice Chairman / Secretary – Father Bob Frambini , S . J . Parliamentarian – Father Andy Ligot , J . C . D .
COMING UP IN OUR DIOCESE
Saints of California November 8 @ 6:30 p . m . - 8:30 p . m .; 88 Race Street , San Jose , St . Leo Great the Parish . Jacob Huether will speak about the significance of Patron Saints , the importance of Sacramentals , and why the State of California has cities named after so many wonderful Saints . Art by Portraits of Saints will be displayed , and Relics of some of our favorite Saints including Saint Francis of Assisi , Saint Rita , Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque , Saint Gemma Galgani and Saint Teresa of Calcutta will be available for Veneration . Children are welcome to attend .
Saints in our House ; How Parents and Teens Connect November 10 @ 6:30 p . m . - 8:30 p . m .; Saint Lawrence , 1971 Saint Lawrence Drive , Santa Clara . Internationally acclaimed author and speaker Michele Borba will speak on how parents and teenagers can effectively communicate . All teenagers , parents , grandparents , confirmation sponsors are welcome to this open event sponsored by the Diocese of San Jose Office of Youth and Young Adults , Hispanic Apostolate , Vocations and Santa Clara University Markkula Center for Applied Ethics . For more information , visit www . dsj . org / beasaint .
Job : the Now Testament – A benefit musical for homeless ministry November 11 - 12 @ 7 p . m ., Nov . 13 @ 3 p . m .; Archbishop Mitty High School , 5000 Mitty Way , San Jose . When we experience suffering in our world and in our own lies , many say it is part of God ’ s plan – but is it ? Join John Angotti and friends to explore this question through a present-day look back at the story of Job . For more information visit , www . holyspiritchurch . org .
Villa Siena Holiday Boutique November 12 @ 9 a . m . - 4 p . m .; 1855 Miramonte Ave ., Mountain View . Beat the holiday rush while supporting the residents of Villa Siena Senior Living Community . Christmas decorations , baked goods , jewelry , gift items & raffle prizes . All proceeds benefit the residents of Villa Siena . For more information , visit www . villa-siena . org .
Monte Carlo Night November 12 @ 6:30 p . m . – 10 p . m .; Saint Lucy Parish , 2350 Winchester Ave ., Campbell . Come join us for a St . Lucy Parish Monte Carlo night of fun ! Admission tickets can be purchased online at www . birthright . support .
Support Group for Families of the Incarcerated November 15 @ 6:30 p . m . – 9 p . m .; First Presbyterian Church , 49 N . Fourth Street , San Jose . Mission : To provide a safe nurturing place where friends and families of the incarcerated can express their fears , problems , and hopes with others experiencing similar challenges . The Support Group meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month . All beliefs are welcome .
Faith Beyond 2000 – Part 2 Baptism and Confirmation November 21 @ 6:45 p . m . – 9 p . m .; Chancery Office , 1150 N . First Street , San Jose . A dynamic formation program for catechists and others interested in gaining a better understanding of their faith . For more information , contact ( 408 ) 983-0127 .
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