Today we celebrate the feast of Pentecost sometimes referred to as the birthday of the Church. We know the story. The Apostles hide behind locked doors on Easter evening. They are filled with fear wondering will they be arrested and put to death as friends of Jesus. Besides they do not know what to do without Jesus their leader. Suddenly the risen Jesus appears inside the locked room and breathes new life into the Apostles "Receive the Holy Spirit." From that moment on they are a changed people, filled with courage and strength, eager to go forth to promote their mission. They know what to do to bring the peace of Christ to all people.

In our journey the feast of Pentecost each year is another invitation to be more attentive to God's presence in our lives. We often pray "Come Holy Spirit" as we prepare for the feast. The Spirit of God already dwells in our hearts, but at this time we especially pray that we will recognize that Spirit active within us:

Come Spirit who is our Light
Shine among the shadows within
Warm and transform our hearts.

Come, Spirit, Comforter and Consoler.
Heal the wounded. Soothe the anxious.
Be consolation for all who grieve and ache.

Come Spirit, source of our Peace.
Deepen in us the action of peacemakers.
Heal the divisions that ravage the earth.

All boys and girls from 7th grade and above are eligible to join the ministry of Altar Server, if you are attending Catholic School or are enrolled in the Religious Education program. This is a very important ministry; a wonderful way to participate as our faith community comes together to celebrate Eucharist.

The Church Is Open

St. Robert's is open from before the 6:30 am Mass until 5pm. As you're going from work or school or are on your way to the park, why not come in and thank the Lord for the gift of life and the beauty of these days?

Dear Parishioners,

Please notify the priesthouse (589-2800) if a loved one is either sick or in the hospital and would like to be visited.

Happy Birthday, Church!

Today is the Feast of Pentecost, the birthday of the Church. Remember those old Westerns when one (usually bad) guy would say to another: "This town isn't big enough for both of us." As a small child, I used to think that Jesus had to leave because earth wasn't big enough for Jesus and the Spirit to be here at the same time! As adults hopefully, we understand that Jesus, who was limited to being in one place as a human being, could now through the Spirit be present to all of us at the same time. The Acts reading which we hear today and which is used at many confirmations, struggles to convey a most amazing experience: the noise of a strong driving wind, tongues as of fire resting on each one. Being filled with the Holy Spirit, they had to speak; they couldn't hold it in. Those who heard them, who came from the entire known world at that time and spoke languages they'd never heard of, understood them! The confusion of the Tower of Babel is undone and people are made one again.

The gospel is also wonderful. John's community has Jesus promising that if we love him and keep his word, he and the Father will come to us and make their dwelling with us. The Jerusalem Bible translation says they will make their home with us. Imagine living with Jesus and the Father within you! (The Spirit who will be sent by the Father will also dwell with us.) What aspect of our "home" needs a bit of tidying up for such houseguests? What bad habit needs to be swept away? What window of narrowness or prejudice needs to be opened? What closet filled with depression or ignored bitterness needs to be cleared out? And the most amazing thing is that this Spirit of God will actually do within us whatever needs to be done that we might become a more fitting dwelling place for the Trinity. Just ask for the grace (strength, humility, trust) to open up to the gentle power of God. May the Spirit renew and restore us all!

Liturgical Ministers

Have you ever thought about becoming a bit more involved at St. Robert's? If you're a regular at the 4:30 pm or 7:30 am Mass, why not serve your fellow parishioners as a lector or Eucharistic minister? The training is very simple and will be arranged at your convenience. Please call the rectory at 650-589-2800 and leave a message for Sr. Sheral or Gene May.

Parish Ministries/Groups

MERCY CENTER
2300 Adeline Dr.
Burlingame, Ca 94010
(650) 340-7474

A Retreat for Men - June 3-6
David Keller

Study Day - June 4th
8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Celebrating Diversity
Sister Ishpriya, RSCJ

A Contemplative Retreat - June 4-8
Another World to Live in
Sister Ishpriya, RSCJ

Week Long  - June 13-20
Meditation Intensive
Thomas Hand, S.J.

God for All People - June 19th
10 a.m.-4p.m.
Kathleen Denison, MA and Bill Dohar Ph.d

SAN DAMIANO RETREAT
P.O. Box 767
Danville, Ca 94526-0767
(925) 837-9141

Dreams Workshop - June 11-13
Dream with me
Dr. Jeremy Taylor

Congratulations to
Mark and Hilda Barradas
on receiving the Pius X award in Recognition of 5 years of Catechetical Ministry (teaching in CCD) here at St. Robert's.

Mrs. Pat Bordin has given 25 years to St. Robert's School as teacher and principal, guiding generations of San Bruno children and parents. On Saturday, June 12th, after the 4:30 pm Mass, we will honor her and thank her with a reception in Hennessy Hall.

All children going into the 2nd grade are invited to particpate in the Rite of Passage from

Recently we had our first social night for parents and their young children. About twelve families attended with their preschool and infant children. . Everyone had a fantastic time.

Listed are a few of the food stuffs that we are running low on: jams and jellies, canned vegetables, cereal and oatmeal, peanut butter, spaghetti sauce, juices, packaged cookies, condiments, canned meats and tuna.

We are also collecting Scrip for MOLLYSTONE, ALBERTSON'S, LUNARDI'S, and SAFEWAY. You may make out certificates to Saint Vincent de Paul and either mail them or drop them in the rectory mailbox.