FIRE Talk – Praying with Icons in the Eastern Catholic Church
Sacred Heart Parish, Saratoga 13716 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA, United StatesIcons are a powerful visual expression of the Divine popular in Eastern Christianity. Deacon Craig Anderson of St. Basil the Great Byzantine Catholic Church in Los Gatos will share this meaningful prayer tradition—both its history and its current practice. Craig Anderson serves as a deacon in the Byzantine Catholic Church, an Eastern Catholic Church in […]
Death Cafe
GPPM Office 890 Benton Street, Santa Clara, CA, United States7 to 9 p.m. 890 Benton St. Santa Clara, CA Want a safe space to talk about death, dying, what it means? How do we participate or incorporate dying into our lives as we come upon that experience? Want to talk about SUICIDE? Thanks to Santa Clara University Graduate Program in Pastoral Ministries for providing […]
Prayer Practices – Contemplative Prayer
Sacred Heart Parish, Saratoga 13716 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA, United StatesJanuary Prayer Practice: Contemplative Prayer “True contemplation is a theological grace. It can come to us only as a gift.” – Thomas Merton Contemplative Prayer is a manner of quieting oneself and focusing on the Divine. Through Christian meditation, one is able to get rid of distractions so that one can gaze with faith upon […]
Echoes of Worth – Theology of the Body Retreat for high school teenagers
Mission Springs Conference Center 1050 Lockhart Gulch Rd., Scotts Valley, CAThe Echoes of Worth Retreat is based on the teachings of Saint John Paul II's Theology of the Body (TOB) teachings during his Wednesday audiences. The word 'echo' reminds us of when God breathed life into Adam and Eve, and subsequently into each one of us during conception. The 'echo' acts as a constant reminder […]
Planning a Christian Funeral
Saint Joseph of Cupertino Parish, Cupertino 10110 N. De Anza Blvd, Cupertino, CA, United StatesPlanning a Christian Funeral Are you interested in learning more about planning your funeral? JANUARY 18, 2020 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM St. Joseph of Cupertino Parish 10110 North De Anza Boulevard, Cupertino, CA 95014 RSVP’s are appreciated but not necessary: (650) 288-1506 | ccoutreach@dsj.org The Vigil, the Funeral Mass and the Committal each […]
Diocese Celebrates the Feast of Santo Niño
Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph 80 South Market St. , San Jose, CA, United StatesThe Diocesan Council of Filipino Catholics (DCFC), Diocese of San Jose, invites one and all to the annual celebration of the of the nine-day Novena Masses in honor of Santo Niño (Holy Child) from January 9 to January 18 to be held at different parishes. Most Reverend Bishop Carlos Sevilla, SJ will preside at the […]
Pastoral Care Webinar
NACC Webinar ~ Preparing Our People to Provide Pastoral Care: NACC Partners in Pastoral Care Wednesday, January 22 11:00-12:30 (Pacific) Harry Dudley, DMin, and David Lichter, DMin will present “Preparing Our People to Provide Pastoral Care: NACC Partners in Pastoral Care”. All interested in pastoral care are invited to register for this free webinar! Intended […]
SOLACE: Soul + Grief
O'Connor Hospital Chapel 2105 Forest Avenue, San Jose, CA, United StatesA monthly drop-in Grief Support Group grounded in spirituality and faith. Held the fourth Wednesday of each month from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. At O’Connor Hospital Chapel (near the main entrance) 2105 Forest Avenue, San Jose, California Each month we will use a different scripture as a seed of our sharing, discussion and support. […]
2020 Bannan Memorial Lecture – The Frontiers of Astrobiology
Santa Clara University 500 El Camino Real, 95053, Santa Clara , CAJoin the Ignatian Center’s Bannan Forum for the 2020 Bannan Memorial Lecture, featuring José Funes, S.J., Professor at the School of Philosophy in the Catholic University of Cordoba, Argentina. Fr. Funes will address how astrobiology requires a multidisciplinary approach in order to achieve a better understanding of life in the universe. His lecture will pay […]
Men’s Discernment Weekend
Saint Lawrence the Martyr Parish , United StatesRegistration for the free Men's #Discernment Weekend is now open at bit.ly/DSJV-menr20! When: Friday 1/24/20 evening to Sunday 1/26 afternoon. Cost: An open heart and mind. Requirements: Single Catholic male, 18 years and older, recommended by any priest in the Diocese of San Jose. This retreat is also normally required for those who are looking […]
Open House: Estate Planning & Advance Directive Workshop
Gate of Heaven Catholic Cemetery 22555 Cristo Rey Drive, Los Altos, CA, United StatesOpen House: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Seminar 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Learn about the components and benefits of end-of-life planning. Presenters will address Advance Directives, Estate Planning and ways Catholic Cemeteries will assist with your funeral plans and burial property. Give the gift of peace of mind to yourself and your loved ones […]
Opening of St. Victor’s Parish Food Pantry
Saint Victor Parish, San Jose 3150 Sierra Road, San Jose, CA, United StatesSt. Victor’s Parish Food Pantry Ministry will distribute FREE food/produce delivered by the Second Harvest Food Bank every 4th Saturday of the month starting with the dates below. It will be held from 12:00 noon - 2:00pm at the back side parking lot of St. Victor Church at 3108 Sierra Rd., San Jose 95132. During […]
FIRE Talk — Raising Teens in the Faith
Sacred Heart Parish, Saratoga 13716 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, CA, United StatesMany parents today face the challenge of expressing their Catholic faith to their children and keeping them participating in the Church’s life. Mary Ann Andrade shares from her wealth of experience as a director of teen faith formation and a parent as to how to help teens and young adults build the foundation of a […]
Noches de Enriquecimiento Espiritual 2020
Our Lady of Refuge Parish 2165 Lucretia Avenue, San Jose, CA, United StatesFechas: 1/30/2020 2/6/2020 2/13/2020 Horario: 7:00 P.M. a 9:00 P.M. Cooperación: $5.00 por persona por noche ($15.00 total por 3 noches por persona)
Safe Environment Training – ENGLISH ONLY
Saint Joseph Parish 582 Hope Street, Mountain View, CA, United StatesLive training session for Adult Volunteers – English Only Please note that registration begins at 6:45pm at Parish Office Large Conference Room. The training session will start at 7pm sharp.
Retrouvaille Marriage Program
Marriage Help – Retrouvaille (pronounced retro-vi) has helped tens of thousands of couples at all stages of disillusionment or misery in their marriage. This program can help you too. For confidential information about or to register for the February program beginning with a weekend on February 7-9 call 408-605-4998 or email: SanJose@RetroCA.com or visit the […]
Catholic Charities’ House Sharing program
Saint Lucy Parish 2350 Winchester Blvd., Campbell, CA, United StatesThe House Sharing program offers an easy, safe route to help people find renters and affordable housing opportunities. The program is operated by Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County, and is funded and supported by the County offices of Santa Clara. Download Flyer
Get Ready for Lent
Saint Francis of Assisi Parish , United StatesFather Noel will guide us through a spiritual reflection of Siete Palabras, or the seven last words of Jesus before he died on the Cross. Siete Palabras is a traditional Lenten tradition of the Philippines, but everyone is welcome to experience this popular Lenten tradition as we prepare ourselves for Lent.Saint Francis of Assisi Paris
Annual Meet the Author
Saint Thomas of Canterbury Parish, San Jose 1522 McCoy Avenue, San Jose, CA, United StatesLadies of Charity hosts its annual Meet the Author mini-fundraising event featuring Mary Jo Ignoffo, author of 6 books that provide in-depth and original looks at fascinating moments in history, on Monday, February 10, in Becket Hall at St. Thomas of Canterbury Church, 1522 McCoy Avenue, San Jose. Doors open with morning refreshments at 9:30am. […]
World Day of the Sick-Consider Chaplaincy
Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose 43326 Mission Circle, Fremont, CA, United StatesThe Pope’s message for this year’s World Day of the Sick theme is “Come to me, all you who labor and are burdened, and I will give you rest.” (Mt. 11.28) As Pope Francis writes, “Jesus…offers his mercy and comforting presence. He looks upon a wounded humanity with eyes that gaze into the heart of […]