Immaculate Heart of Mary

500 Fairview • Brentwood, CA 94513 • (925) 634-4154 • FAX (925) 516-9340 Office Hours: Open Monday-Friday 9:00 am-4:00 pm. www.ihmbrentwood.com — E-Mail: [email protected] Fr. Jerry Brown, Pastor 634-5202 [email protected] Fr. Jim Sullivan, Parochial Vicar 634-4154 x 107 [email protected] Fr. Fabio Correa, Parochial Vicar 634-4154 x 108 [email protected] Dn. John Kortuem - 634-4154 x 161 Dn. Ed Spano - 634-4154 x 153 Dn. Ron Horan - 963-6501 or 634-4154 x 152 [email protected] Missionary Sisters - 513-8154 or 634-4154 x 154

MASSES / MISAS Saturday/Sábado: 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM Eng 6:30 PM Español Sunday/Domingo: 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM and 12:30 PM Eng 10:45 AM and 2:00 PM Español, 5:00 PM Traditional Roman Rite (Latin) Weekday Masses/Misas Diarias: Mon thru Fri: 7:00 AM English Mon-Wed-Fri: 8:30 AM English Tue-Thurs: 8:30 AM Spanish Tue 5:15PM Traditional Roman Rite (Latin)

Emergency 684-7312

THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT - December 15, 2013 COLLECTION REPORT Plate—November 2013

REPORTE DE COLECTA Plato—Noviembre 2013

Budgeted ($21,000.00 Weekly)) Plate Collections Income shortfall of Budget for November

$ $ $

84,000.00 83,733.00 267.00

Loans Balance Loan #1 (Church Loan) Balance Loan #2(Community Life Center Loan) Total Loan Balance Outstanding

$ 927,922.00 $ 594,779.00 $ 1,522,701.00

Presupuesto ($21,000.00 semanal) $ Colectas de Plato $ Ingresos en deficit del presupuesto de Noviembre $

84,000.00 83,733.00 267.00

Préstamos Saldo del Préstamo #1 (Prestamo Iglesia) $ 927,922.00 Saldo del Préstamo #2 (Centro de Vida Comunitaria)$ 594,779.00 Saldo Total del Préstamo Pendiente $1,522,701.00

Our balance on the Community Center Loan is now $595,000.00. We have 181 *IHM STAR* families who have adopted the average $1,000.00 pledge. We need another 414 to reach our goal. The official twelve-month pledge period begins January1, 2014, so please adopt a $1,000.00 pledge before year-end. Understandably, not everyone can give $1,000.00 but it is important that we have all parish families participate, so please complete a pledge card for whatever amount you can pay over the one-year period. Every dollar counts and everyone’s participation reflects that we all share the same goal to get this loan paid off. Thank you to those who have already submitted their pledge cards. El saldo del préstamo del Centro de Vida Comunitaria ahora es de $595,000.00. Nosotros tenemos 181 familias que son *IHMS ESTRELLAS* las cuales han adoptado la oferta de un promedio de $1,000.00. Nosotros necesitamos 414 mas ofertas para poder llegar a nuestra meta. Los doce meses de la oferta empezaran el 1 de Enero del 2014, asi que por favor adopte una oferta de $1,000.00 antes de fin de año. Entendemos que no todo el mundo puede dar $1,000.00 pero es importante que tengamos a todas las familias de la parroquia participando en este programa, asi que por favor complete una tarjeta de ofertra por cualquier cantidad que ustedes puedan dar durante un periodo de un año. Cada dolar cuenta y su participacion refleja que todos nosotros tenemos la misma meta de pagar este préstamo. Gracias a todos los que ya han entregado sus tarjetas de oferta. MISA DE GALLO (Simbang Gabi) begins Monday, December 16th. At 5:00 am (No 7:00 am Mass December 16-24). Come to Mass and stay for breakfast!

LITURGY OF THE WORD

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Psalm Response

3rd Sunday of Advent THE INTRODUCTORY RITES

Entrance Chant: O Come, O Come, Emmanuel

Gospel Acclamation

Nicene Creed

Penitential Rite

I believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all things visible and invisible. I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son of God, born of the Father before all ages. God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, consubstantial with the Father; through him all things were made; For us men and for our salvation he came down from heaven, (all bow) and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary, and became man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate, he suffered death and was buried, and rose again on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead and his kingdom will have no end. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is adored and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets. I believe in one, holy, catholic and apostolic Church. I confess one baptism for the forgiveness of sins and I look forward to the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come. Amen.

Prayer of the Faithful

LITURGY OF THE EUCHARIST

Preparation of the Gifts: Blest Are They

Amen

Agnus Dei (Lamb of God)

Communion: In This Place

Sanctus (Holy, Holy)

Mystery of Faith

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Practicing Catholics (those at Mass each week and regular at confession) are invited to receive the Sacrament. Non practicing Catholics should go to confession before receiving Holy Communion. Non Catholics are welcome to come for a blessing (cross your arms over your chest).

Jesus, Hope of the World

THE CONCLUDING RITES

Sending Forth: Prepare the Way of the Lord

TONIGHT (SUNDAY)!!!

Song of Praise: Jesus, Come to Us

Credo Niceno

III Domingo de Adviento Entrada: Oh Ven, Oh Ven, Emmanuel

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Creo en un solo Dios, Padre todopoderoso, Creador del cielo y de la tierra, de todo lo visible y lo invisible. Creo en un solo Señor, Jesucristo, Hijo único de Dios, nacido del Padre antes de todos los siglos: Dios de Dios, Luz de Luz, Dios verdadero de Dios verdadero, engendrado, no creado, de la misma naturaleza del Padre, por quien todo fue hecho; que por nosotros, los hombres, y por nuestra salvación bajó del cielo, Todos se inclinan: y por obra del Espíritu Santo se encarnó de María, la Virgen, y se hizo hombre; y por nuestra causa fue crucificado en tiempos de Poncio Pilato, padeció y fue sepultado, y resucitó al tercer día, según las Escrituras, y subió al cielo, y está sentado a la derecha del Padre; y de nuevo vendrá con gloria, para juzgar a vivos y muertos, y su reino no tendrá fin. Creo en el Espíritu Santo, Señor y dador de vida, que procede del Padre y del Hijo, que con el Padre y el Hijo recibe una misma adoración y gloria, y que habló por los profetas. Creo en la Iglesia, que es una, santa, católica y apostólica. Confieso que hay un solo bautismo para el perdón de los pecados. Espero la resurrección de los muertos y la vida del mundo futuro. Amén.

Oración de los Fieles

Acto Penitencial

LITURGIA EUCARÍSTICA Prep. de las Ofrendas: La Virgen Sueña Caminos

LITURGIA DE LA PALABRA

Salmo Responsorial: Respuesta: Ven, Señor, a salvarnos. Ven, Señor, a salvarnos. Aclamación del Evangelio

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Santo

Aclamación Conmemorativa

Toda la Tierra

Amén

Cordero de Dios Cordero de Dios, que quitas el pecado del mundo: Ten piedad, ten piedad, ten piedad de nosotros. Cordero de Dios, que quitas el pecado del mundo: Ten piedad, ten piedad, ten piedad de nosotros. Cordero de Dios, que quitas el pecado del mundo: Danos la paz. Danos la paz. Danos la paz. Danos la paz!

Comunión: Es Mi Cuerpo

Salida: Que Se Abran los Cielos

Pastor’s Page

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John Paul II came to the papacy in October, 1978. The 1981 assassination attempt in St. Peter’s Square occurred on May 13th, anniversary of the first of the Fatima apparitions, and John Paul credited his survival to Our Lady of Fatima. He subsequently determined to make the consecration of Russia to Our Lady as she had requested in 1929. On March 25, 1984, united with all the bishops in the world, John Paul consecrated the world to the Immaculate Heart of Mary, and made special mention of Russia and her people. This consecration, Sr. Lucia said, satisfied Our Lady’s request. The following year, Mikhail Gorbachev came to power in the Soviet Union. The new Russian leader immediately set about introducing liberalizations and reforms in the Soviet Union—remember “perestroika” and “glastnost”? Margaret Thatcher famously said of Gorbachev , “I like him, I can work with him.” Ronald Reagan also admired the new leader of the communist bloc, who visited America several times and who spoke of God, and of God’s providence in political and economic affairs. Gorbachev also met twice with the Pope. Gorbachev’s approach was more than just a breath of fresh air. It was a gale-force wind of freedom that, in six years, succeeded in dismantling Soviet tyranny. Starting with Poland and Hungary, the nations of Eastern Europe freed themselves without so much as the firing of a shot. The Berlin Wall was torn down by hand. The fifteen individual republics which had made up the USSR, led by the Baltic States, also freed themselves from the Marxist yoke. The Soviet Union was officially dissolved on December 8, 1991—Feast of the Immaculate Conception. The communist flag was lowered over the Kremlin for the last time, on Christmas Day that same year. Seven years after the 1984 consecration, Russia was free of the scourge of atheist and materialist communism. All of this, of course, is known; it is recorded history. The unrecorded history of the fall of the Soviet Empire is known largely only to Fatima researchers. Put bluntly; the 1984 consecration averted the Third World War. IHM Pray for us Father Jim MARIA X Juan Pablo II fue elegido Papa en Octubre del 1978. El atento contra la vida del Papa tomo lugar en la Plaza de San Pedro el 13 de Mayo, aniversario de una de las primeras apariciones de Fatima y Juan Pablo acredito sobrevivir el atentado a Nuestra Señora de Fatima. Entonces el determino hacer la consagración de Rusia a Nuestra Señora como ella habia pedido en el 1929. El 15 de Marzo del 1984, unido con todos los obispos del mundo, Juan Pablo consagro al mundo al Inmaculado Corazon de Maria e hizo mencion especial de Rusia y su gente. Esta consagracion, la Hermana Lucia dijo, fue satisfactoria a la peticion de Nuestra Señora. El año despues, Mikhail Gorbachev tomo el poder en la Union Sovietica. El Nuevo lider Ruso inmediatamente introdujo liberaciones y reformas en la Union Sovietica—se acuerdan de “perestroika” y “glastnost?” Margaret Thatcher famosamente dijo de Gorbachev, “Me gusta. Puedo trabajar con el.” Ronald Reagan tambien admiro al Nuevo lider del bloqueo comunista, quien visito America varias veces y hablo abiertamente de Dios, y de la providencia de Dios en asuntos politicos y economicos. Gorbachev tambien se reunio con el Papa dos veces. La manera de governar de Gorbachev fue como un respire de aire puro. Fue como un fuerte viento de libertad que en seis años triunfo en desbaratar la tirania Sovietica. Empezando con Polonia y Hungria, las naciones del Este se liberaron sin descargar una bala. La pared de Berlin fue tumbada a mano. Las quince republicas individuales que formaban la USSR encabezada por los Estados Balticos, tambien se liberaron del Marxismo. La Union Sovietica fue oficialmente disuelta el 8 de Diciembre del 1991—Fiesta de la Inmaculada Concepción. La bandera comunista fue bajada sobre Kremlin por última vez, el dia de Navidad del mismo año. Siete años despues de la consagración del 1984, Rusia fue liberada del latigo del ateismo y comunismo materialista. Todo esto, por supuesto, se sabe: esta escrito en la historia. La historia no narrada de la caida del Imperio Sovietico se sabe solamente a los investigadores de Fatima. En pocas palabras: la consagracion del 1984 pudo prevenir a la Tercera Guerra Mundial. IHM Ora por nosotros Padre Jim

Christmas & New Years Mass Schedule Horario de Misas de Navidad y Año Nuevo December 24th: Children’s Mass at 5:00pm Traditional Latin Mass at 8:00pm Midnight Mass at 12:00am December 25th: December 31st: January 1st:

English Mass at 10:00am Spanish Mass at 12:00pm Vigil at 11:00pm

Mass 10:00am

St. Vincent de Paul will be collecting new socks, underwear, toys and gently used jackets and sweaters during the month of November and the first two weeks of December. Items will be given away to the needy on December 21st. There will not be food collection for 12/22 and 12/29. If you have any questions call Barbara DeDora at 550-5637. St. Vincent de Paul estará colectando calcetines, ropa interior y suéteres usados en buenas condiciones durante el mes de Noviembre y las dos primeras semanas de Diciembre. Estos articulos serán donados a los necesitados el 21 de Diciembre. No habrá colecta de comida el 22 y 29 de Diciembre. Si usted tiene alguna pregunta, favor llame a Beatrice Elkins 634-4150. Gracias!

Contra Costa Food Bank Mobile Produce Distribution Program will resume January 14th, 2014. For more information, please call Ralph at 240-1177. Banco de Comida de Contra Costa Programa Movil de Distribucion de Provisiones Regresra el 14 de Enero del 2014 Para mas informacion, favor llamar a Ralph al 240-1177.

WOMEN’S FAITH SHARING Will begin a new program on January 9, 2014 using the book entitled: “Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World,” by Joanna Weaver (12 week Session). or more information email: Carol Horan [email protected].

Prayer & Ministries MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK INTENCIONES PARA MISAS DE LA SEMANA SATURDAY, Dec. 14 8:00 AM Andrew Herrera—Intention † Irene Villegas Alvarez 5:00 PM † Joe Canciamilla, Alice and Lorenzo Riera 6:30 PM † Eva Aumada, Gladis Gonzales , Jesus y Trinidad Nuño SUNDAY, Dec. 15 7:30 AM † John S. Novak and Bart D’Uva 9:00 AM † Emilio Della Constanza, Manuel Castro 10:45 AM † Esther Ayala, Maria Padilla 12:30 PM † Mary Goldsby David Emmanuel Olaso—Intention 2:00 PM All Souls in Purgatory 5:00 PM † Cecilia Valenzuela, Fr. John Garcia Peter DeSouza—Health MONDAY, Dec. 16 8:30 AM Isreal Martinez—Birthday Cindi Ruiz—Birthday TUESDAY, Dec. 17 8:30 AM † Jesus Diaz, Danyell Alexander 5:15 PM Judy McKinney and Paula Sees—Health WED. Dec. 18 8:30 AM

† Maria J. Novak, Connie Moura

THURSDAY, Dec. 19 8:30 AM † Alberto and Jesus Lopez † Mary Wagner FRIDAY, Dec. 20 8:30 AM † Trifonia, Christopher and Bernard Cultura † Roberto and Jesus Lopez

READINGS FOR THE WEEK / LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA

Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday: Saturday: Sunday

187: Nm 24:2-7, 15-17a Mt 21:23-27 193: Gn 49:2, 8-10 Mt 1:1-17 194: Jer 23:5-8 Mt 1:18-25 195: Jgs 13:2-7, 24-25a Lt 1:5-25 196: Is 7:10-14 Lk 1:26-38 197:Sg 2:8-14 or Zep 3:14-18a Lk 1:39-45 10: Is 7:10-14 Ps 24:1-3, 4ab, 5-6 Rom 1:1-7 Mt 1:18-24

The Gabriel Project - This ministry meets the second Friday of each month at 7:00 pm in Matthew classroom. If you are an exectant Mother in need, please call the hotline at 1-800-910-0191 THE GABRIEL PROJECT IS HAVING A DIAPER AND FORMULA DRIVE UNTIL XMAS. WE ARE LOOKING FOR DONATIONS OF SIZE 1 AND 2 DIAPERS (ANY BRAND) & SIMILAC OR ENFAMIL FORMULA. THERE IS A CON TAINER IN THE FOYER OF THE CHURCH FOR DONATIONS.

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Sick Relatives & Friends/Parientes y Amigos Enfermos

Pray For: Raymond Hanson, Becky Montgomery, Regina Martinez, Marie Fitzgerald, Caroline Fallon, Jainee Smith, Ryan Hoffman, Jamie Caminiti, Courtenay Wallpe, Tom Kane, Maria Lagman, Giselle Honore, Alejandro Landeros, Hillary Eckrote, Bev Casey, Pat Fernando, Margie Galvis, Geraldine Kovacs, Jim McQuinn, Jay Meis, Dolores Kramer, Dolores & Jack McLean, Gerry Kovacs, Dylan Gilmore, Jimmy Wright, Kyle Wright, Leanna Lefebvre, Anita Esquivel, Edna Williams, Rose Marie Hauck, Mellisa Detrude, Cu & Susan Tikalsky, Kristy Scalise, Tina Chen, Carl Sizelove, Ramon Linan, Roland Estandian, Rhiannon Dodds, Craig Hagist, Geovanny Colchado, Danny Lefebvre, Nolan Grubbe, Deacon Frank Bustos, Bill Arrieta, Abi Larroque, Consuelo Martinez, Don Groves, Irma Angelica Mercado Ramirez, Linda Spring, Ted Medina, Doris Cole, Kristin Visbeck, Virginia Martinez, Raymond Greene, Carl Sizelove, Vicky Romero, Guy Rognlien, Barbara Ulrici, Kathy Krasovic, Joanna Riccabona,, Mark Weidman, Nicole Gilmore, Debbie White, Genozeba Sausedo, Rachel Mullins, Janet Kinsley, Mike Sloan, Elizabeth Burger, Raquel Medina, Nathaniel Quinones, Lupe L. Rios, Valerie DePaolo, Linda Crossen, Nisser Family, Carlos Galvis, Jose Salas, Sotero Amboy, Jim Bowen, Yvonne Pastrone, Carol Barone, Scott Leeper, Jim McQuinne, Delia Perez, Betty Kebede, Cynthia Leonard, Shelli McCulloch, Julia Markwood, Elizabeth Cox, John Settembrino, Phil Plake , Michael Ruiz,, Alfredo Contreras, Josie Martinez, Jurgen Urbina, Stacey Stauffer, Gianna Lawrence, Rocio del Real, Morgane Doherty, Selfida Lara, Manuel Soliz, Daniel Cortez, Leo Paniagua, Norm Ruddick, Antonia Tonna, Ron Lang, Dave Emmanuel Olaso, Tim Painter, Betty Bowen, Ronald Honore, Armando Garcia, Rafael Oseguera, Ellie Bregman, Traci Hall-Ahkile, Rick Buxton, Judy McKinney, Janet Ginn, Lynn and Elie Bregnam. Note: All names will be removed from the prayer list at year-end. If you wish a name to remain on the list, please e-mail the information to [email protected] before December 20th Thank you.

Stewardship Corner Each of us has his or her own role to play in the coming of the Kingdom of God. John the Baptist was called to be the herald of the Messiah, preparing the way of the Lord. To what is the Lord calling me? Cada uno de nosotros tiene su propio papel en la venida del Reino de Dios. San Juan Bautista fue llamado el heraldo del Mesías, preparando el camino del Señor. A que me llama el Señor?” SCHEDULE OF SECOND COLLECTIONS

12/29/13 St. Vincent de Paul FECHAS DE SEGUNDA COLECTA

12/29/13 St. Vincent de Paul The Ministry of Caring would like to thank all who participated in our survey. We have compiled the results and have begun to plan with John Muir Medical Center the educational program for the year. You will be receiving notices for all the classes. Thank you also for participating in the Remembrance Tree. We will do it again next November.

Respect Human Life.… “We encourage all citizens, particularly Catholics, to embrace their citizenship not merely as a duty and privilege, but as an opportunity meaningfully to participate in the building of culture of life. Every voice matters in the public forum.” Pope John Paul II

Ministries & Events/Fundraisers

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Un grupo de jóvenes del Salvador vendrán a compartir con nosotros, con la obra EL RETABLO DE NAVIDAD, el día 20 de Diciembre a las 7:00 pm en el Templo Parroquial durante las Posadas y la Novena del Niño Dios. Están todos invitados. EL RETABLO DE NAVIDAD es una pastorela navideña que representa el nacimiento del Niño Jesús, nos narra desde la anunciación a la Santísima Virgen María hasta la visita de los Reyes Magos. Una obra musical “que es muy multicultural que nos permite ver mas profundamente el significado de la navidad, la celebración del nacimiennto del Niño Jesús…,” que ha nacido en cada uno de nuestros corazones. DURACION ES DE 50 MINUTOS NOVENA DEL NINO DIOS Y POSADAS

16 de Diciembre— Movimiento Familiar Cristiano 17 de Diciembre— Catequistas y Padres de Familia 18 de Diciembre— Grupo de Emaus Sociedad Guadalupana 19 de Diciembre— Divina Misericordia Matrimonios para Cristo 20 de Diciembre —Grupo Juvenil , Prejuvenil y Confirmación 21 de Dicienmbre Ministros de Eucaristia Lectores y Monaguillos C. Neucatecumenales 22 de Diciembre — Coro Parroquial Grupo Biblico 23 de Diciembre — Legión de María

SPRED or (Special Religious Education) is sharing our faith with young people with developmental disabilities in a small group setting. We want to start a new group here at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish. Many helper catechists are needed to nurture the growth of faith in our friends with special needs. Please contact Linda Kortuem at 634-4154 Ex. 110 for more information.

PRAYERS FOR THE PRIEST 12/15/13-Fr. Thomas Matus, OSB, Cam. 12/16/13-Fr. James E. Starbuck (Ret.) 12/17/31-Fr. Olman Solis 12/18/13-Fr. Evan Howard, OFM 12/19/13-Ronan Rances 12/20./13-Fr. Michael Morris, OP 12/21/13-Msgr.Antonio Valdivia (Ret.)

Incarnation Monastery Berkeley, CA 4124 Thresher Ct., #311 Cedar Fall, IA St. Anthony Parish Oakley, CA San Damiano Retreat House Danville, CA St.Bonaventure Paris Concord, CA St. Mary Magdalen Parish Berkeley, CA 617 Prospect Ave. Oakland, CA

GARDEN MINISTRY BENEFITS FROM EAGLE SCOUT PROJECT Andrew Griffin an IHM Boy Scout, Troop 93, took on as his Eagle Scout project the building of a greenhouse to enable the Garden Ministry to propagate vegetables onsite. He raised the funds necessary by holding a car wash, individual donations and a generous donation from the Knights of Columbus. With the assistance of nine of his fellow Scouts, construction began with the foundation on November 2nd., and on November 9th the greenhouse was completed. The greenhouse is constructed of an aluminum frame covered with twin polycarbonate panels. It was impressive to watch the scouts work as a team with Andrew directing the work. Two adults were there for any needed guidance. Thanks to Andrew & his fellow Scouts for donating their time, talent and treasure to benefit the Garden Ministry whose purpose is to provide fresh vegetables to the St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry. You are all appreciated!

Page #10 Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Adoración del Santísimo Sacramento Thursday/Jueves 9:00AM-6:00PM Friday/Viernes 9:00AM-Saturday/Sábado 8:00AM In the Chapel/En la Capilla

Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick Sacramento Unción de los Enfermos

DATE:

TIME:

MEETING:

LOCATION:

Mon. Dec. 16

4:00pm 6:00pm 6:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:15pm 7:30pm 7:30pm 2:45pm

Educated Angels Bible Study/Eng Younger Youth Group Bible Study/Sp Emmaus Men/ Eng Charismatic Prayer Group Daughters of Mary Men of St. Joseph Faith Formation/Eng.

6:00pm 7:00pm

Legion of Mary/Sp Faith Formation/Sp

8:00am 1:30pm 6:00pm 7:00pm

Men’s Fellowship Group Tutoring Ministry Choir/Mass/Sp Confirmation

7:30pm 7:30pm

Choir/12:30pm Mass Neocatechumenal Way 2

Hall A,B,C Library Hall A, B Matthew Luke Chapel John Library Library/Hall A,B,C John/Lk/Mark/Matt Chapel Conf.Rm/Library/ Hall A, B, C/Jn/Lk Mark/Matt/Church/ Cry/Foyer Library John/Lk/Mk/Matt Music Office Library/Hall A,B,C Jn, Lk,Mk,Matt. Music Room Chapel

3:00pm 3:30pm 4:00pm 4:00pm 6:00pm 6:00ppm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:30pm 8:00pm 9:15am 6:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 10:30am 3:00pm 4:00PM 7:30pm 10:45am 3:30pm 3:45pm 4:00pm

St,. Vincent de Paul Altar Servers/Latin Mass RCIC Choir/Youth Legion of Mary/Eng. Taizé RCIA/Eng. Confirmation/Adult Ladies’ Guild Choir/9:00 Mass Neocatechumenal Way Taizé St. Vincent de Paul Christian Family Movement Divine Mercy/Sp. Youth Group St.Vincent de Paul Orchestra Movimiento Familiar Cristiano Neocatechumenal Way Sunday School/Sp Altar Servers/Latin Mass Choir Latin Mass Couples for Christ/FFL/Sp

Ministry Office Church John Music office Conf.Room Church/Cry/Foyer Library/Mark Matthew John Music Office Luke Hall C Hall B, C John/Luke Library Hall A,B,C Hall A.B.C Music Office Hall A,B,C, Luke/Jn/Library/ Matthew Church Music Office Library/Matthew

If you have a serious or ongoing illness or are going into surgery, notify the Parish Office at 634-4154. Si usted tiene una enfermedad seria o va a ser operado, notifique a la Oficina Parroquial al número 634-4154.

Communion to the Homebound Comunión a los Enfermos

If for any reason you are unable to attend Mass and would like to receive the Host at home, please call the Parish Office. / Si por alguna razón no puede asistir a Misa y quiere recibir la Comunión en casa, por favor llame a la Oficina Parroquial.

Tues. Dec. 17`

MARRIAGES / MATRIMONIOS: Please contact the Parish Office six months in advance. Por favor contactar a la Oficina Parroquial seis meses antes. BAPTISMS / BAUTISMOS: Parents must complete the Baptism Registration form available in the parish office at least two months in advance and attend the required baptism class. You must provide a copy of the child’s birth certificate. Godparents may also attend the same class or attend one at their local parish and obtain a completion certificate. When choosing your child’s Godparents, please bear in mind that they must be baptized, confirmed, receive communion regularly in the Church and, if married, they must be married in the Catholic Church. There can be NO exceptions to these rules. Los padres tienen que llenar la forma de Registro para Bautizos disponible en la oficina parroquial por lo menos dos meses antes y asistir a la clase de bautismos requerida. Usted tiene que traer una copia del certificado de nacimiento del bebé. Los Padrinos también tienen que asistir a la misma clase o asistir a una en la parroquia local de ellos y obtener un certificado al terminar la clase. Cuando escoja a los Padrinos de su bebé, por favor tenga en mente que ellos tienen que haber sido bautizados, confirmados, reciben comunión frecuentemente en su Iglesia y, si están casados, deben de estar casados por la Iglesia Católica. NO hay excepciones para estas reglas. FUNERALS / FUNERALES: We recommend using Catholic Funeral & Cemetery Services at 757-0658. They will contact the office to make your arrangements. Recomendamos que use Servicios de Funeral & Cementerio Católico al 757-0658. Ellos contactarán a la oficina para hacer sus arreglos. URGENT NEED—Share- a- Mass Ministry is in urgent need for a volunteer driver to bring a couple who lives in Sommerset III to Mass on Sundays. The couple is bilingual, so any mass is fine. We are searching for drivers living near Deer Valley/Hillcrest in Antioch. Please call Richard Nahm at 925.240.9885. EXPRESSION OF GRATITUDE—We want to recognize and thank Iris Villegas Nahm for her diligent efforts in procuring our new AED (Defibrillator) recently installed in our Parish Hall. We also want to extend our sincere thanks and appreciation to American Medical Response (AMR), for their most generous donation of the free Defibrillator Equipment.

Wed. Dec. 18

Thurs. Dec. 19

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Sun. Dec. 22

Worldwide Marriage Encounter “Christ is the reason for the Season. Is Christ in your marriage? Worldwide Marriage Encounter can help you make your marriage Christ-centered. Sign up today to attend our upcoming Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend on February 7-9 held in Pleasanton. Early registration is highly recommended. For more information contact Mike & Jeanne @ 925.672.2016 or Joe & Sue @ 925.680.7767 now or go to oaklandwwme.org IHM MOM’S GROUP MEET EVERY 2ND & 4TH THURSDAY FROM 9:00 TO 11:00 AM IN CLASSROOMS JOHN AND LUKE . CONTACT [email protected] BABYSITTING AVAILABLE

BULLETIN # 513483 IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY BRENTWOOD TEL: # 925-634-4154

CONTACT: Ana Ellenberger