St. Robert's Church Bulletin, June 20, 1999

St. Robert's Catholic Church

1380 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno, CA 94066

Tel: (650) 589-2800

PARISH BULLETIN
JUNE 20, 1999
Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Dear Friends:

Summer Vacation has come and I’m sure you had to rearrange your schedules. Of course you didn’t forget a little time for Scripture Reading. I’d like to share with you some verses that have been helpful to me.

You are the light of the world - do not hide your light. Light adds nothing to what is already there. It just helps us to see it. If I am light, as Jesus says, then I must see the goodness in others. I must help them to see the goodness in themselves. Remember that God created us ‘good’.

You are the salt of the earth. What does salt do? Of itself it doesn’t taste too nice. Nobody would think of eating a spoonful of salt! But just imagine what it does to our food. It brings out the flavor. If I am salt I bring out the goodness in others. Salt also preserves. By my good example, I help others to preserve the goodness in their lives.

Come to me if you are weary. My yoke is easy and my burden light. We all get weary at times and we certainly don’t feel that the burden is light. Jesus meant what He said so why not hand it all over to Him. No great miracle will happen, but He will give us all the strength we need. The load is lighter when two share it.

Enjoy the summer. Live in the present moment. That is all we have.

Blessings galore,
Sister Ita

THIS WEEK IN THE LITURGICAL CALENDAR

READINGS FOR THE 13TH SUNDAY OF THE YEAR
2 Kings 4:8-11, 14-16; Romans 6:3-4, 8-11; Matthew 10:37-42

MASS MUSINGS

Happy Father’s Day to all! Sometimes our secular holidays and religious observations seem to be at odds with one another. Which are more important to celebrate? Which are more relevant to our lives? Happily, Father’s Day and Mother’s Day, always on Sundays, lend themselves to "an attitude of gratitude" that is most appropriate for our Eucharist (thanksgiving) on the Lord’s Day. How could we ever begin to approach God as beloved sons and daughters without some knowledge of love that we first received from Mom and Dad? And doesn’t God, through Word and Eucharist, teach and empower us to show sacred honor to our parents and to be good parents ourselves? Our relationships with God, Dad, and Mom, are central to our lives, just as they were to Jesus. Reread Luke 2:39-52, the story of Mary and Joseph finding Jesus in the temple. It’s an excellent Father’s Day story for daughters and sons of all ages. - Pat Kelly

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Monday	6:30	All Fathers
	8:30	John Schaukowitch †
Tuesday	6:30	All Fathers
	8:30	Manuel Falzon †
Wednesday	6:30	All Fathers
	8:30	Ida Barbieri †
Thursday	6:30	No Intention
	8:30	All Fathers
Friday	6:30	All Fathers
	8:30	Angelo Mezzetta †
Saturday	8:30	All Fathers
	4:30	Sydney Paton †
Sunday	7:30	People of St. Robert's
	9:00	All Fathers
	10:30	Apalitenos of SF Bay Area & Feast of St. Peter
	12:00	Giuseppe Pignati †
	5:30	David Orloff †

**We welcome into the family of God: Jayme Dias, Brian Biewer and Lauren Wright, who were baptized in Christ.

**We pray for the ill Blake Interdonato, Tony Coogan, Koret Koelman, Terry McLeod, Adela Florez, Ana Cosgaya, Peter Capodonicco, Rosemary McHale, Arthur Candia, Bastiaan Blumenthal, Muriel Krause, Sister Cabrini, Don Vickery, Jeanne McHugh, Catherine Cook, Ann Burns, Imelda Daly, Gene Martin, Margarita Velez , Marky & Marcia Bourne.

**We pray for the repose of the soul of: Patrick Bellina.

As a Parish Community, We Pray
That God will bless and strengthen fathers in all they do for their families. May they know that they are deeply loved and appreciated.

FATHER'S DAY SPIRITUAL BOUQUETS

Remember your father with a spiritual bouquet on Father’s Day. They are available in the vestibule of the church and can be returned in the collection basket or at the parish office.

VACATION MASS CONTEST

Once again we will have our annual contest for the Parish bulletin from a vacation church you worshiped at during the summer. The prize goes to the family who submits one from the furthest point from St. Robert’s. It will be hard to beat the one last year from Germany. As you know, I enjoy seeing what is happening at other parishes so bring them to me even if your vacation destination is the Russian River or Santa Cruz.

Father Ring

PARISH DIRECTORIES

New parish directories are available at the rectory Monday-Friday 9-5.

LETTERS TO GOD FROM OUR 3RD GRADE RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASS

Dear God, You are wonderful. I think you are the best person in the whole universe. I wanted to thank you for all of the times when I was upset and you helped me when I prayed to you. I hope you appreciate the time I took every night to learn the Apostles creed. I just want to say one more thing. I love you.

Dear God, Please help me have a safe and fun summer.

A NOTE FROM FATHER RING

Dear Parishioners:

I am happy to announce that Archbishop Levada has assigned Father Mark Taheny as Associate Pastor of our Parish, taking the place of Father John Glogowski. As you know, Fr. John has been appointed Pastor of St. Matthias Parish in Redwood City. Fr. Taheny is a native of San Francisco, a graduate of St. Ignatius College Preparatory and of the University of San Francisco. He did his theological studies at St. Patrick’s Seminary in Menlo Park and was ordained a Priest in 1995. For the past four years, he has been Associate Pastor of Epiphany Parish in San Francisco. The appointments become effective on July 1st. There will be a farewell reception for Fr. John on Sunday, June 27th, after the 10:30 Mass. I hope that many of you will be able to come and thank Father for coming to our rescue.

Sincerely,
Father Vincent Ring

MASS INTENTIONS

One of the teachings of the Church is that after death, all who die in God’s grace and friendship, but still infectly purified, are indeed assured of their eternal salvation; but after death they undergo purification, so as to achieve the holiness necessary to enter the joy of heaven. It is based on this tradition that Masses are celebrated in memory of those who have died. From the beginning the Church has honored the memory of the dead and offered prayers in suffrage for them, above all the Eucharistic sacrifice, so that, thus purified, they may attain the beatific vision of God. If you wish a Mass celebrated in memory of a loved one, please phone the Parish secretary at 589-2800. Masses are also offered for the intentions of the living. It is a beautiful present to a loved one.

CORRECTION TO LAST WEEK'S BULLETIN

The 50th Anniversary Celebration of St. Robert’s School will be held on September 11th - not September 1st. Please make a note of this!!!

COMING TO ST. ROBERT'S
THE GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH

This year’s annual parish festival will be on September 24, 25 & 26th. The Barbecue and Food booths are in need of your help. Several people are needed to work in these two very popular booths and everyone from the parish is welcome to help. Most shifts are for two hours, but you can work for as many hours as you would like and on all three days if you wish.

This year’s menu will include those all time favorites - delicious barbecued tri tip steak sandwiches, chicken sandwiches, hamburgers, hot dogs, polish sausages, Domino’s Pizza, nachos, soft drinks, candy and much more.

If you can help in any way, please contact Louise and Ray Downs. Thank you.

SUMMER OF LOVE

Summer is an excellent time to begin service as a Eucharistic Minister, Choir Member, Lector, Usher/Hospitality Minister, Children’s Liturgy Minister, or Altar Society member. You can help our liturgical ministries stay strong and vibrant during the months while others are vacationing. Call Pat Kelly at 589-2800.

TEEN CLUB CAR WASH
SATURDAY, JUNE 26TH, 9AM-2PM

SHELTER CREEK CHEVRON
$5.00 DONATION

ATTENTION!!! SOCIABLES

Our next get-together will be on June 27th at Mimi’s Cafe at Bridgepoint in Foster City. For information please call Bunny Moniz.

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MONDAY, JUNE 21ST
7PM, Reunion Committee Mtg.....Library

TUESDAY, JUNE 22ND
6:30-8PM, Legion of Mary....Library

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 23RD
7-8:30PM, Liturgy Committee.....Library

THURSDAY, JUNE 24TH
7-9:30PM, Fil/Am....Hall

SATURDAY, JUNE 26TH
9-2PM, Teen Car Wash - Shelter Creek Chevron

SUNDAY, JUNE 27TH
10-11:30 Fil/Am Choir...Hall