Youth Weekend Retreat coming up.
The Youth Ministry team will take several of our teens on a weekend retreat, Nov 14-15. We ask the community to pray for us as we go off together to pray and to listen to God speaking to us, away from the busy-ness of our lives.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Fall Festival a success!
Many, many thanks to all who helped to make our First Fall Festival a success! The weather couldn't have been more perfect. Everywhere I looked people seemed to be truly enjoying themselves. We are blessed to be part of such a collaborative community of faith.
I am collecting feedback from the event, so please email your comments, both what to keep and what to improve upon, to sscott@dsj.org
This event would not have been possible without the help of the following parishioners:
In the kitchen: Marika Harkins, Joan and Greg Sease, their son, daughter and their 3 grandchildren, Bill McPeak, Mike Froess, Maria Etheridge, Mary de Leo, Lucy Chai, Hedwig Harkins, Lorene and Roger Hughes, Sue and Jackie Winklebleck, Ziggy Freslassie, John Cruickshank, Ken and Margaret Shieck,
With the drinks: Frank and Becky Muller and John and Edith Cruikshank.
Setup/tear down/facilities: Alan Welch.
Silent Auction coordinator: Kathy Quick.
Music and announcements: Luisa Lennon.
Pumpkin Walk: Hank, Vicki, Jessica and Kenny Schwoob, Leticia Tapia, Alicia Dagdagan, Samantha Supan.
Ticket Sales: Pat Arand.
Games: Rocky Tilney, Kathy Foos, David Silva.
Shifts: Curtis, Nancy and Madison Lindsey, Joe, Mary, Katie and Thomas DiLeo, Doug and Anne Moe, Ying, Matt, James and Joshua Holden, Rocky Tilney, David Silva, Delia Besio, John Ordona, Capella Kerst, Marina Valdez, Meg Alduino, Ralene Wasielewski, Antonella Biondi, Sara Machado, Jeremy Panelli, Kim Hanrahan, Steve Salcido, and the students from Canyon Heights Academy: Alexandra, Emika Lewis, Josh Parker, Joel Parker, and Carbel.
Food contributors: Lorene Hughes, Cynthia Ruiz, Rosemarie Luck, Meg Bullock, Amy Trayer, Donna Poppenhagen, Ralene Wasielewski, Eleanor Licup, Patricia Soraire, Maria Panelli, Betty Theresi, Jo Ann McPeak, Diane Dalton, Evan Rust, Delia Besio, Mary DiLeo, Corina Martin.
Underwriting: three anonymous contributors.
To wrap up, our silent auction took in $808, and a preliminary look at our numbers shows that we profited $1,700, all of which will go towards our catechetical programs.
Many, many thanks to all who helped to make our First Fall Festival a success! The weather couldn't have been more perfect. Everywhere I looked people seemed to be truly enjoying themselves. We are blessed to be part of such a collaborative community of faith.
I am collecting feedback from the event, so please email your comments, both what to keep and what to improve upon, to sscott@dsj.org
This event would not have been possible without the help of the following parishioners:
In the kitchen: Marika Harkins, Joan and Greg Sease, their son, daughter and their 3 grandchildren, Bill McPeak, Mike Froess, Maria Etheridge, Mary de Leo, Lucy Chai, Hedwig Harkins, Lorene and Roger Hughes, Sue and Jackie Winklebleck, Ziggy Freslassie, John Cruickshank, Ken and Margaret Shieck,
With the drinks: Frank and Becky Muller and John and Edith Cruikshank.
Setup/tear down/facilities: Alan Welch.
Silent Auction coordinator: Kathy Quick.
Music and announcements: Luisa Lennon.
Pumpkin Walk: Hank, Vicki, Jessica and Kenny Schwoob, Leticia Tapia, Alicia Dagdagan, Samantha Supan.
Ticket Sales: Pat Arand.
Games: Rocky Tilney, Kathy Foos, David Silva.
Shifts: Curtis, Nancy and Madison Lindsey, Joe, Mary, Katie and Thomas DiLeo, Doug and Anne Moe, Ying, Matt, James and Joshua Holden, Rocky Tilney, David Silva, Delia Besio, John Ordona, Capella Kerst, Marina Valdez, Meg Alduino, Ralene Wasielewski, Antonella Biondi, Sara Machado, Jeremy Panelli, Kim Hanrahan, Steve Salcido, and the students from Canyon Heights Academy: Alexandra, Emika Lewis, Josh Parker, Joel Parker, and Carbel.
Food contributors: Lorene Hughes, Cynthia Ruiz, Rosemarie Luck, Meg Bullock, Amy Trayer, Donna Poppenhagen, Ralene Wasielewski, Eleanor Licup, Patricia Soraire, Maria Panelli, Betty Theresi, Jo Ann McPeak, Diane Dalton, Evan Rust, Delia Besio, Mary DiLeo, Corina Martin.
Underwriting: three anonymous contributors.
To wrap up, our silent auction took in $808, and a preliminary look at our numbers shows that we profited $1,700, all of which will go towards our catechetical programs.
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Youth Mass
Sunday, November 1, 11am
Our second Youth Mass is this coming Sunday. Choir members, be at the church by 10:30am.
If you have a child who would like to participate in the Youth Masses as a greeter, usher, reader or choir member, please contact Sherry at sscott@dsj.org
The next Youth mass will be on December 6, at 11am.
The next choir rehearsals will be on Tuesday, Nov. 10 and 17, from 5:30-6:30pm.
Sunday, November 1, 11am
Our second Youth Mass is this coming Sunday. Choir members, be at the church by 10:30am.
If you have a child who would like to participate in the Youth Masses as a greeter, usher, reader or choir member, please contact Sherry at sscott@dsj.org
The next Youth mass will be on December 6, at 11am.
The next choir rehearsals will be on Tuesday, Nov. 10 and 17, from 5:30-6:30pm.
Advent Family Breakfast
Sunday, November 22, 10-12noon, Becket Hall
The entire parish family is welcome to join the catechetical ministry in celebrating and preparing for the season of Advent. We will enjoy a continental breakfast after the 9am mass while we share our knowledge and experiences of the season and brainstorm ways to celebrate the true meaning of Advent/Christmas. Families will create an advent keepsake to treasure!
This event is part of the catechetical program, meaning, CM families are expected to attend.
Please RSVP to Sherry by Nov 17.
Sunday, November 22, 10-12noon, Becket Hall
The entire parish family is welcome to join the catechetical ministry in celebrating and preparing for the season of Advent. We will enjoy a continental breakfast after the 9am mass while we share our knowledge and experiences of the season and brainstorm ways to celebrate the true meaning of Advent/Christmas. Families will create an advent keepsake to treasure!
This event is part of the catechetical program, meaning, CM families are expected to attend.
Please RSVP to Sherry by Nov 17.
Faith Formation Conference, " The word of God, coming to life", is coming to the Santa Clara Convention Center, November 20-21.
Register by Friday, October 30. Let's get a large group of catechists and volunteers and carpool from St. Thomas to and from the event on Friday and Saturday. If you have work commitments or family commitments, you may sign up for just one of the days. For more information or to register online go to: http://www.dsj.org/education/catechetical-ministry/faith-formation-conference
It's a great way to get some continuing formation whether you are a beginning catechist or a seasoned veteran.
RSVP carpools to Sherry at sscott@dsj.org
Register by Friday, October 30. Let's get a large group of catechists and volunteers and carpool from St. Thomas to and from the event on Friday and Saturday. If you have work commitments or family commitments, you may sign up for just one of the days. For more information or to register online go to: http://www.dsj.org/education/catechetical-ministry/faith-formation-conference
It's a great way to get some continuing formation whether you are a beginning catechist or a seasoned veteran.
RSVP carpools to Sherry at sscott@dsj.org
Bible Presentation Ceremony
Tuesday, November 3, 7pm, Becket Hall
For 5th and 6th grade CM students and their families. Parents of 5th and 6th grade CM students: please plan to attend. You will be presenting a bible to your student. The ceremony will take about 30 minutes. rsvp to Sherry at sscott@dsj.org
Tuesday, November 3, 7pm, Becket Hall
For 5th and 6th grade CM students and their families. Parents of 5th and 6th grade CM students: please plan to attend. You will be presenting a bible to your student. The ceremony will take about 30 minutes. rsvp to Sherry at sscott@dsj.org
Tips for preventing the spread of the H1N1 flu virus.
In addition to the prevention guidelines we are following at mass ( http://www.dsj.org/about-us/bishops/bishops-statements/adaptations-of-liturgical-norms-in-response-to-a-request-from-th), we are also taking precautions when we gather for catechetical classes. (http://www.dsj.org/education/catechetical-ministry/pandemic-catechetical-plan)
I'd like to point out a few of the measures we have taken at St. Thomas to prevent the spread of the H1N1 flu virus. First, we are asking the students to wash their hands when arriving at St. Thomas and just before they have snack. Second, we are preparing our snack in individual containers. Third, we are wiping down tables and chairs between the 4pm and 7pm sessions. Fourth, we have segregated the students' writing and craft supplies in individual, labeled containers.
If your student is running a fever, or is sick, do not send them to class. The child must be without a fever, unassisted by fever reducing medication, for 24 hours before they can return to class.
Here is some advice from the CDC: exerpt from http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/general_info.htm
What You Can Do to Stay Healthy
Get vaccinated. Vaccination is the best protection we have against flu. Seasonal flu vaccine is available now and initial doses of 2009 H1N1 flu vaccine also are available, with additional doses available later this year.
Influenza is thought to spread mainly person-to-person through coughing or sneezing of infected people.
Take everyday actions to stay healthy.
Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
Wash your hands often with soap and water. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. Germs spread that way.
Stay home if you get sick. CDC recommends that you stay home from work or school and limit contact with others to keep from infecting them.
Follow public health advice regarding school closures, avoiding crowds and other social distancing measures.
Find healthy ways to deal with stress and anxiety.
Stay informed.
Call 1-800-CDC-INFO for more information.
In addition to the prevention guidelines we are following at mass ( http://www.dsj.org/about-us/bishops/bishops-statements/adaptations-of-liturgical-norms-in-response-to-a-request-from-th), we are also taking precautions when we gather for catechetical classes. (http://www.dsj.org/education/catechetical-ministry/pandemic-catechetical-plan)
I'd like to point out a few of the measures we have taken at St. Thomas to prevent the spread of the H1N1 flu virus. First, we are asking the students to wash their hands when arriving at St. Thomas and just before they have snack. Second, we are preparing our snack in individual containers. Third, we are wiping down tables and chairs between the 4pm and 7pm sessions. Fourth, we have segregated the students' writing and craft supplies in individual, labeled containers.
If your student is running a fever, or is sick, do not send them to class. The child must be without a fever, unassisted by fever reducing medication, for 24 hours before they can return to class.
Here is some advice from the CDC: exerpt from http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/general_info.htm
What You Can Do to Stay Healthy
Get vaccinated. Vaccination is the best protection we have against flu. Seasonal flu vaccine is available now and initial doses of 2009 H1N1 flu vaccine also are available, with additional doses available later this year.
Influenza is thought to spread mainly person-to-person through coughing or sneezing of infected people.
Take everyday actions to stay healthy.
Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
Wash your hands often with soap and water. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. Germs spread that way.
Stay home if you get sick. CDC recommends that you stay home from work or school and limit contact with others to keep from infecting them.
Follow public health advice regarding school closures, avoiding crowds and other social distancing measures.
Find healthy ways to deal with stress and anxiety.
Stay informed.
Call 1-800-CDC-INFO for more information.
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