Sunday

Continental Breakfast Second Collection this weekend is for Eth-nic Minorities and Latin America

Monday One Mass only , at 9:30 am RECTORY CLOSED - Martin Luther King

Tuesday The next Ladies Guild meeting is 2/14 at 1 pm in the Fr. Jim Community Center meeting rooms. NEW MEMBERS ALWAYS WELCOME.

Wednesday

Thursday ADORATION after 9:30 am Mass

Friday 6:30am Communion Service 9:30am Communion Service

Saturday Sunday Continental Breakfast after 9 am Mass

Special collection next weekend is for St. V. de Paul

Jan. 15, 2017 - Jan. 22, 2017

Sunday 7:30am 9:00am 11:00am 5:00pm

Betty Moy † (anniv.) Mel Miranda, in thanksgiving For Our Parishioners Conrado Sarmiento †

Monday 6:30 am 9:30 am

No Mass Betty Moy †

Tuesday 6:30 am 9:30 am

Bill Blasser † Cheri Draeger

Wednesday 6:30 am

9:30 am Josephine De Liso † Conrado Sarmiento †

Thursday

6:30am 9:30am

Alex Gonzales Christine Sancgo † & Peter Funtila †

Friday 6:30am 9:30am

Communion Service Communion Service

Saturday 8:00am 5:00 pm

Jim Clement † Arthur Boucher †

Sunday 7:30 am 9:00 am 11:00 am 5:00 pm

Joseph Sagan † Joe, Margaret & Rita Murray† For Our Parishioners Dominic Kulers †

Weekly Stewardship Report

Collections for 1/8/2017 $ 13,715 Collections 7/1/2016 – 1/8/2017 $ 314,495

Budgeted 7/1/2016-1/8/2017 $ 322,703

Variance ( $ 8,208)

Please note the budgetary shortfall:

To help keep the parish within its budget please prayer-fully consider making a one time tax deductible gift. Contact the parish office for details. Thank you for your continued support!

Jan. 15, 2017- Jan. 22, 2017

Social Justice Corner

Inauguration Week

Next Friday, January 20th, our nation turns a page in its history and opens a new chapter, installing our 45th President of the United States. This new administration carries on the desires of the first pilgrims and forefathers in establishing a civil government based on religious free-dom, God’s law and the common good. We are reminded of the words of our Declaration of Independence, that we recognize “that all men are created equal, endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights: Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.”

Our President-elect will continue a long-held tradition of visiting a church, (the Washington National Cathedral), on the day following the Inauguration. Many religious leaders and faith-filled citizens will look to God in prayer. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops offers these Inauguration prayers: God of power and might, wisdom and justice:

We pray for our new President, Donald Trump, to have before him at all times the charge to protect and defend the rights of all citizens, especially the weak and most vulnerable among us. For all civic authorities, entrusted with care for the common good, to act with loving care in all they do.

For our nation, to continue to promote liberty and freedom, justice and peace for all. For the people of the United States, to engage in a spirit of cooperation, tranquility, and respect for one another and for all human life as good stewards of the gifts God has given us.

For the Church and its leaders, to serve as beacons of the light of Christ in a world in the shadows of fear, violence, poverty and death.

Book: Rediscover Jesus

Chapter 2: Getting to know Jesus: How well do you know Je-sus ? Who is Jesus? He’s an invitation. Jesus wants to have a deep, dynamic, personal relationship with you. GOD THE FATHER WANTS US to know his Son. To find out more, read Rediscover Jesus. Kelly, Matthew. Rediscover Jesus: An Invi-tation. United States: Beacon, 2015. Print.

Chapter 3: An Invitation: More books have been written about Jesus than about any other person or subject in history. There is a wonderful joy in discovering someone for the first time. To find out more. Read Rediscover Jesus.

Second Sunday in Ordinary Time

What identifies us as individuals and tells people who we are? This simple question can be answered in a variety of ways. Some might say that we are identified by our names. Our names tell people something about our ancestry and give others something which to call us. Others might say that we are identified by our physical features or by identifying marks. Our scars come with stories; our smile gives others a hint as to who we are. Still others might say that we are identified by our actions. What we do and say are impor-tant and give people insight into who we truly are. In today’s Gospel by John, we see all these types of iden-tification.

John the Baptist refers to Jesus by two names of which we are familiar: the “Lamb of God” and the “Son of God.” By using these titles, John the Baptist identifies Jesus' ultimate purpose: to redeem humanity. Much like our names, it gives us something by which to identify Jesus and tell us about who He is in relation to us. Also, in John's testimony he says that he saw the Spirit descend upon Jesus. By this sign or “physical fea-ture,” John the Baptist was able to identify that Jesus was the One who was to come after him. Lastly, John the Baptist, who himself is not referred to by name in this Gospel, is identified through his actions as he bap-tizes others by water. Through this action, he distinguishes himself from the Lord as Jesus will baptize with the Holy Spirit. John also puts his practice of baptism in the context of Jesus' ministry. The purpose of John's baptism was to make Jesus known to Israel.

John the Baptist's sense of purpose is clearly identified in this reading: he baptized others in order to prepare for and make known the ministry of the One who was to follow. When John the Baptist recognizes Jesus as the One who was to follow, he does not try to keep the attention on himself, but rather he pointed the way to Jesus. Similarly, we are to identify ourselves as disciples of Jesus by living our lives in such a way that our deeds and our words point to Jesus’ influence in our lives.

As parents and educators, it is imperative that we impart this lesson to our children and students. At Queen of Apostles School, we identify ourselves through our mission and our Schoolwide Learning Expectations (SLEs). These words and symbols represent who we are as a school community and set guidelines for our school community and our actions. The first SLE is that our students are to be Caring Christians. While community service, kindness to others, and humility are certainly key parts of this lesson, we must also re-mind them never to be ashamed for their faith. A good deed is its own reward, but our good deeds may also inspire others to reflect on their own relationship – or lack thereof – with Jesus. Our next SLE is Active Learner. Students should not only take responsibility for their learning but take pride in their education by sharing it with others through reading, writing, and speaking. Next is Self-Confident and Responsible Indi-vidual; through this SLE students are reminded that part of their identity should be the part that shows perse-verance and Never Gives Up. Lastly, students are reminded to honor and respect themselves in mind, body, and spirit, in Healthy Individuals.

It is our hope that when those in the Queen of Apostles community are asked, “Who are you?” they will re-member the SLEs.

Many Blessings,

Elizabeth Trela

Vice Principal

Jan.15, 2017

Family Faith Formation 408-255-9950

Office is staffed on Tuesday and Thursday 8:00 am -3:00 pm and on weekends by ap-pointment. Please call before stopping by.

Queen of Apostles School does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, na-tional or ethnic origin, age, gender or disability

in the admission of students, the administration of educational policies, scholarship, and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

Our 8th grade students have attended the high school infor-mation night that was provided at Queen of Apostles School by several Catholic high schools in the area. They have followed that up with visits to the high schools they are inter-ested in attending. Also, they have been preparing for the high school placement tests which are taking place in Janu-ary at these local high schools. We are praying for them and wish them well!

Registration forms for 2016-2017 are available online at http:www.qofa.org/2016-2017-registration-2 or in the parish of-fice. On the Calendar: Jan. 15th: No classes MLK holiday Jan 22nd: All classes meet at their usual time Jan. 29th: No classes, please pray for our cate-chists who will be on retreat this day.

We are still accepting registrations for our Middle School Min-istry program for the 2016-2017 school year. More info can be found online http://www.qofa.org/middle-school-ministry. MSM meets Sunday nights at 6:15 in the gym. On the Calendar: January 15th: No Session==MLK holiday January 22nd: Formation Night—breakout sessions Janu-ary 28-29 MSM AMAZING RACE RETREAT (no evening session)

Office for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults

Diocese of San Jose - Anthony Gonzalez Phone: 408-983-0113 Fax:408-983-0147 Emergency line: 408-983-0141

ASCENT EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM

Hours of operation, 9:00 am -2:00 pm , Tuesday thru Thursday Contact 408-257-8302 FAX Number 408-257-4600 Web Site: www.ascent-jobs.org PO Box 9604, San Jose CA 95157.

HIGH SCHOOL Youth Ministry and Confirmation Jan. 22: Youth Ministry Night, open to all high school teens, 6:30pm Jan. 29: Confirmation Year 2 Session, 6:30pm Feb. 5: Confirmation Year 1 & 2 Session, 6:30pm Save the date: Feb. 26 - Guest Speaker Karlo Broussard from Catholic Answers, 6:30pm Save the date: Echoes of Worth High School Retreat, January 13-15, www.echoesofworth.com *Like us on Facebook: Queen of Apostles Youth*Follow us on Instagram: QofAYMContact us: youth@qofa.org | 408-213-6509 www.qofa.org

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults

(RCIA) is a religious formation program for adults and for children 7 years or older, who are interested in joining the Catholic

Church. Participants explore their faith while learning about the Catholic tradition. To learn more call 408-255-9950 or email kmanning@dsj.org

Married Couples: LOOKING FOR A NEW YEARS RESOLUTION? Why not make a commitment to do something

to improve your marriage-like attending a Worldwide Mar-riage Encounter weekend? The next Marriage Encounter Weekend is March 17-19, 2017 in Mountain View. For more information visit our website at sanjosewwme.org or c o n t a c t K e n & C l a r a n n e a t a p p l i c a -tions@sanjosewwme.org or 408-782-1413.

What: Resting with God: A Young Adult Retreat Where: The Jesuit Retreat Center of Los Altos When: January 20-22, 2017 Are you feeling burned out? Do you need some time away to connect with yourself, with others, and with God? Then treat yourself and come to the Young Adults Retreat. Spend a weekend in prayer, faith sharing, reflection, and fellowship — with opportunities for Liturgy, reconciliation, and talks on relevant Ig-natian themes. “Come to me, all you who are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28). Early Bird Registration Fee https://jrc.retreatportal.com/

Alateen group will no longer meet on Thursday evenings here at Queen of Apos-

tles School at 7:45 p.m. If anyone needs to talk, please call Jay or Venice at 408-406-7081 for more information.

We lovingly pray for those in our Parish and fami-lies who cannot join us at Mass especially, Ron Richards, Dave Lamb, Tomas Arguello, Venice Ro-miti, Ken Koenig, George Hakius, Jeanne Futrell, Barbara Carrillo, Ben Hatfield, Please let us also pray for all our servicemen and women who serve in the Armed Forces throughout the world and re-member them in our hearts today and everyday. We remember those dearly departed in our Queen of Apostles family and in our own families and special persons:

PEACEMAKERS We Are All Called to be Peacemakers

In the coming year we are all called to be peacemakers. As a commu-nity of joy and hope we are one in Christ. We need to rely on Christ’s love for us and in the love expressed by our spiritual mentors:

Pope Francis Peace is a precious gift which must be promoted and protected . . . never has violence brought peace in its wake. Peace in our homes, our families, our schools and our com-munities. Peace for those faces which have known nothing but pain.

Bishop McGrath We should be filled with boundless love for God and our neighbor.

Mother Teresa Spread love everywhere you go. First of all in your own house . . . Let no one ever come to you without leav-ing better and happier. Be the living expression of God’s kind-ness; kindness in your face, kindness in your eyes and kindness in your smile.

Pope John XXIII The joys and hopes, the griefs and anxieties of the people of this age, especially those who are poor or in any way afflicted, these are the joys and hopes, the griefs and anxieties of the followers of Christ.

Vatican II documents – preamble written by Pope John XXIII

A Prayer for our Church God, our Heavenly Father, we humbly ask you to make the doors of our Church wide enough to receive all who need human love and fel-lowship, and a Father’s care; narrow enough to shut out all envy, pride and un-charitableness. Make its threshold smooth enough to be no stumbling block to children, or to weak or straying feet; but rugged and strong enough to turn back the tempter’s power.

O, Heavenly Father, make the doors of our Church a gateway to your Eternal Kingdom. Bless every member and worker in our Church. May all that we do be done to Your honor and for Your glory, and to the up-building of your parish, as an extension of Your kingdom.

Please send to us those whom You would have be a part of Your work here at our church, and may we all continue to be Yours, forever; daily increasing in Your Holy Spirit of love and in service to others. We ask this through Jesus Christ, our Lord and our Savior. Amen.

Divorced? SEPARATED? If you are divorced or separated and interested in be-ing part of a new support group in our area, we would like to hear from you! Please call the parish office and leave your name and contact information.

GIVING TREE

This is a revised thank you based on the final figures!!

Thank you so much for over 500 gifts valued at over $10,000! There were many grateful recipients – here are two from active servicemen’s families:

“Thank you very much for all of your kindness! It was appreci-ated more than I could ever express!!”

“I don’t know where to begin, but I’ll start with THANK YOU! We are truly humbled and blessed to have received so many great gifts! I wish that I could personally thank you for making our Christmas so special.”

“THE AMAZING RACE” MIDDLE SCHOOL RETREAT Attention 6-8th Grade Students: Join 80 other students for a weekend full of games, music, talks, food, and faith sharing! Date: January 28-29, 2017 Place: Camp Maymac, Scotts ValleyCost: $100, scholarships available; Contact: Klarissa at

CHILDREN’S CHOIR

New and returning young singers are welcome to join in our Chil-dren’s Choir ! The choir leads the Queen of Apostles assembly in song at one mass each month. Our next

mass will be on Sunday, February 5 at 9:00 a.m. Practice will be on Friday, February 3, at 7:00p.m. in the church . Contact Becky at nanosmom@hotmail.com or Gina at beem47@sonic.net for more information.

Queen of Apostles Church

4911 Moorpark Avenue

San Jose, Ca 95129

Never Give Up! PASTORAL STAFF: Rev. Thuc Si Ho, Pastor Rev. Reynaldo Sarmiento, Parochial Vicar, Dir. Of Liturgy Deacon Brian McKenna, Coordinator of Social Justice Kristie Manning, Faith Formation/RCIA Director Gregory Elsner, Accountant Mary Ann Oddo, Administrative Assistant II Marie McCarthy, Administrative Assistant I Klarissa Chichioco, Coordinator of Youth and Young Adult Ralph Garcia , Facilities Supervisor Teri Silvestri, Music Coordinator Carmen Macias, Wedding Coordinator Dirk Maasen, Technology Coordinator Family Faith Formation: 408-255-9950 Parish Office 408-253-7560 Open 9-5 Monday - Friday Closed for lunch: 12-1 4911 Moorpark Ave. San Jose, Ca.. 95129 Fax: 408-253-9530 Web Site: www.qofa.org Marty Chargin, School Principal School Address: 4950 Mitty Way 408-252-3659 San Jose, CA 95129

MASS SCHEDULE: Saturday (Vigil Mass): 5:00 p.m. Sundays: 7:30, 9:00 and 11:00 a.m., 5:00 p.m. Weekdays: 6:30 and 9:30 a.m. Saturdays: 8:00 a.m. Holy Days: (Vigil Mass) 5:00 p.m., 6:30, 9:30 a.m., 7:00 p.m. Marian Devotions: After the 8:00 a.m. Mass on Saturday SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: Seminar required. Please contact Rectory for information. SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: Saturdays - 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. or by appointment. SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY: Contact Rectory at least SIX MONTHS prior to any proposed wedding date. INQUIRY SESSION ABOUT THE CATHOLIC CHURCH: Contact number: 408-255-9950 or kmanning@dsj.org