Saint Robert's Catholic Church & School
Saint Robert's Church - 1380 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno, CA 94066-4794
Phone: (650) 589-2800
FAX: (650) 588-9628
Saint Robert's School - 345 Oak Avenue, San Bruno, CA 94066-4709
Phone: (650) 583-5065
. . . . . FAX: (650) 583-1418

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Mass Intentions - March 25 thru March 31, 2024

03/25, Monday 8:15am

Elizabeth Nemes -

Tom Dachauer -

03/26, Tuesday 8:15am

People of St. Roberts

03/27, Wed. 8:15am

People of St. Roberts

03/28, Thursday

No 8:15am Mass
Lord's Supper 7:30pm
Adoration until 10:00pm

03/29, Good Friday

1:00pm Stations of the Cross
2:00pm The 7 Last Words
3:00pm The Lord’s Passion

03/30 Holy Saturday

No Morning or 4:30pm Masses
Confessions 3:00 - 4:30pm
Easter Vigil Mass 8:00pm

03/31, Easter Sunday

7:30 A.M. Mass-In person only
9:30 A.M. Mass-In person
11:30 A.M. Mass-In person

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STEWARDSHIP of TREASURE

July 1st, 2023 to March 3rd, 2024 (goal)

$360,000

07/01/2023 to 06/30/2024 Weekly (goal)

$10,000

July 1s, 2023 to March 3rd, 2024 (actual)

$289,975

Weekly Collection March 4th, 2024 (actual)

$6,359

Weekly Collection Feb. 18th, 2024 (actual)

$7,080

(actual includes e-Contributions)

Weekly Collection Feb. 11th, 2024 (actual)

$6,053

Weekly Collection Feb. 4th, 2024 (actual)

$5,286

e-Contributions for the month of February

$15,197

Thank you for your generosity !

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2024 Archdiocesan Annual Appeal - our goal is $108,670

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Our generous parishioners have donated $32,345 as of March 18, 2024
We are short $106,890 from our 2024 Appeal goal.
The above donation is a sum of their donations to date and pledges thru the end of the year.


February 23, 2024

Archdiocesan Annual Appeal 2024 VIDEO

HOLY DAYS of OBLIGATION in 2024

Thursday, August 15th

Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Friday, November 1st

Solemnity of All Saints

Monday, December 9th

Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Wednesday, December 25th

Nativity of the Lord - Christmas


Stations of the Cross - Fridays 6:00 P.M. during Lent

Lent runs from Wednesday, February 14th thru Thursday, March 28th


Holy Week 2024

Palm Sunday - March 24
Saturday evening Vigil Mass - 4:30pm
Sunday Masses - 7:30am, 9:30am, 11:30am & 5:00pm

Holy Thursday - March 28
No 8:15am Mass
Mass of the Lord's Supper - 7:30pm
Adoration in Church/Hall till 9:30pm

Good Friday - March 29
No 8:15am Mass
Stations of the Cross - 1:00pm
The Seven Last Words - 2:00pm
The Lord's Passion - 3:00pm

Holy Saturday - March 30
No Morning or 4:30pm Masses
Confessions - 3:00pm to 4.30pm
Easter Vigil Mass - 8:00pm

Easter Sunday - March 31
7:30am, 9:30am & 11:30am
Easter Egg Hunt - after the 9:30am Mass
click for more information
No 5:00pm Mass




Parish News & Announcements


ST. ROBERT’S - MUTUALLY SHARED VISION & PRIORITY PLAN

Parish Purpose Statement - Our parish purpose is to illuminate and build an inclusive community through worship, service and formation, in joyful furtherance of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and to be witnesses to the love of God.

Parish Vision Statement -
St. Robert’s shines with the light and love of the Catholic Church. We share our spirituality through a fellowship of the heart while remaining committed to living the Gospel through service to all, actively bringing peace and joy to the community.

Parish Values

VIRTUE We are a parish realizing our mission through faithfulness in prayer as we spread a message of Hope in our community.

SERVICE We are called by the Gospel to share our blessings from God and meet the needs of others.

HOSPITALITY We are a welcoming community demonstrating the love of Christ to all through our actions.

Three Parish Priorities

EVANGELIZATION - Based on a strong foundation of catechesis, members of the St. Robert’s parish community are called to live and preach the Gospel to our brothers and sisters in Christ both within the parish and to the greater community.

COMMUNICATION - Opening channels for community interaction and dialogue, and sharing of logistical information to promote the warmth of our parish community.

PARTICIPATION - Building a stronger parish that gives members a sense of belonging, leading them to a greater involvement in liturgies and ministries.

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Pastor's Update


Fr. Arnold Zamora

January 5, 2024

Things you may want to know this week.

1.

This Sunday, we celebrate the Feast of the Epiphany of our Lord. Although popularly known as "Three Kings Sunday," the Bible makes no mention of kings or how many but, rather, it refers to magi or wisemen who came to adore the newborn King. In some traditions, this day marks the end of Christmas. However, the liturgical season of Christmas ends on the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord which is celebrated on Monday, January 7th, this year. Next Tuesday starts the Ordinary Time of our Church calendar!

2.

We welcome back our Saint Robert School family from a three-week Christmas break. It’s back to school this Monday!

3.

The Women at the Well will be meeting this Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at 9:30am at the convent.
For more information about this group, contact
Betty Gonzalez at bgpfaeffle@aol.com

4.

Thank you for supporting the Second Collection last Sunday for Saint Vincent de Paul Society. Yesterday, as they usually do every First Thursday of the month, they were able to distribute groceries to some needy families in our community.

5.

I agree with one parishioner who said, "I won’t say goodbye to 2023 because of the many beautiful memories.” So, instead, I will say, “Thank You 2023!" I will not say goodbye either, as I leave Sunday afternoon for my Sabbatical. Instead, I will say, "God bless you!" I will keep you all in my prayers as I continue my philosophical and religious studies in Rome, as well as during my R&R in the Philippines. Thank you for all your best wishes. See you in July! SIGNING OFF for now!

Fr. Arnold

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FAZnotes


Fr. Arnold Zamora

(Father Arnold Zamora)

January 5, 2024

Dear St. Robert’s parishioners and friends,

Welcoming you to this New Year 2024, I also extend my best wishes and fervent prayers for you.

May the blessing of GOD surround you to keep you safe always…
May the words of FRIENDS reassure you in kindness as they speak…
May you always find GOD’s favor in every path you trek in life…
May God give you STRENGTH, COURAGE, and WISDOM to overcome all challenges.
May LOVE, JOY, and LAUGHTER be yours every single day of this school year...
May the good LORD always bless you and keep you!
May HE make HIS face shine upon you and be gracious unto YOU!

I leave you behind those words of blessings. I will be away for six months for my Sabbatical. I will in Rome, known as the Eternal City. I will be back in July energized and more motivated to serve you.

You’ll always be in my heart and in my prayers,

-Fr. Arnold


Synod

2021 thru 2023

What is a synod?

A synod is a council of the Church, usually convened to decide an issue of doctrine, administration or application. The word synod is from the Greek sinodos (s???d??) meaning “assembly” or “meeting” and is similar to the Latin concilium meaning “council”. Sometimes the phrase “general synod” or “general council” refers to an ecumenical council, like the Second Vatican Council (1962-1965).

. Archdiocese's Synod Information Link .


Mass Schedules
Most Masses will be available On-Line
Sunday 7:30am and 5:00pm Masses are NOT available On-Line.

Weekdays

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Monday thru Saturday 8:15am Masses

Community Rosary

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Monday thru Friday before 8:15am Masses

Mother of Perpetual Help Devotion

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Wednesday after the 8:15 am Mass

Saturday Vigil Mass

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Saturday 4:30pm Mass

Sunday

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Sunday 7:30am, 9:30am, 11:30am & 5:00pm Masses

Sacrament of Penance (Confession)

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Saturday 3:30pm thru 4:15pm

Community Rosary

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Monday thru Friday before the 8:30am Masses

Perpetual Help Devotion

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Wednesday after the 8:30am Mass


PARISH SACRAMENTAL CELEBRATIONS

SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM

There is a period of preparation for the celebration of this Sacrament. Parents are required to attend a Pre-Baptismal class. Contact the Parish Office in advance to make arrangements.

SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION

Confirmation Preparation is a two-year program. Students usually begin in 7th Grade, with the Sacrament of Confirmation received in 8th Grade. Please contact the Religious Ed office for more information.

Adult Confirmation - please contact
Mary Hile-Nepfel. (650) 589-2800

SACRAMENT OF EUCHARIST

Our Eucharistic Ministers are available to bring the Eucharist to the sick or homebound. Contact the Parish Office.

SACRAMENT OF THE ANOINTING OF THE SICK

Call the Parish Office in case of serious illness and before surgery and hospital care.

SACRAMENT OF MARRIAGE

There is a six month period of preparation for the celebration of this Sacrament. Contact the Parish Office to make arrangements.

Parish Office: (650) 589-2800

Rev. Arnold E. Zamora - Pastor

Rev. 'Boie' Bonifacio G. Espeleta, Jr. - Parochial Vicar

Rev. Stewart Wilber - Sunday Assistant

Deacon John Meyer - Pastoral Associate

Mr. Gianpaolo "GP" Eleria - Music Director

Ms. Rose Aragon - Office Manager/Bookeeper

Lisa Gonzalez-Pasero - Parish Secretary/Receptionist

Mr. Edgar Ceja - Interim Principal - School Principal (K-8)

Ms. Joanne Bartolotti - Religious Ed Coordinator Parish School of Religion Education (CCD)

Mrs. Leslie Fong - Religious Ed Coordinator Parish School of Religious Education (C.C.D.)

Mary Hile-Nepfel - Director, RCIA

Mr. Edgar Ceja - Religion Director for St. Robert School

Travis Wingate - Director of Youth Group Ministry


Priests and other Parish Leaders

Links to:

Archdiocese of San Francisco for General Public

Archdiocese of San Francisco for Staff, Volunteers & Clergy

U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops

Vatican Web Site (English)

How is Easter Sunday determined?