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Advance Directives
St. Joseph of Cupertino 10110 N. DeAnza Blvd, Cupertino, CA, United StatesSt. Joseph of Cupertino Parish and Catholic Cemeteries presents: Advance Directives (Power of Attorney for Health Care) is a document that clearly states your requests regarding health care if you are unable to do it for yourself. It names the person(s) that should carry out those wishes. This workshop discusses important issues that arise from […]
Planning a Christian Funeral Workshop
Queen of Apostles Parish 4911 Moorpark Avenue, San Jose, CA, United StatesAre you interested in learning more about planning your funeral? Queen of Apostles and Catholic Cemeteries presents: The Vigil, the Funeral Mass and the Committal each have distinct purposes in the journey toward healing and wholeness. When we experience the death of a loved one, we have the rituals and prayers of our church to […]
Consolation of Grief During the Holidays
Church of the Transfiguration 4325 Jarvis Avenue, San Jose, CA, United States"Life is changed, not ended." Church of the Transfiguration and Catholic Cemeteries presents: Anniversaries and holidays often accentuate the grief and sadness we experience when a loved one dies. Fr. Chris Bennett offers us stories from scripture and from his own life to support our practices and activities that bring healing during our periods of […]
Celebrating a Life: Planning a Liturgy for Funeral Mass or Memorial Service
St. Mary’s Parish - Hofmann Center 219 Bean Avenue, Los Gatos, CA, United StatesSt. Mary’s Parish and Catholic Cemeteries presents: Learn the basic elements of planning a funeral or memorial mass liturgy for yourself and your loved ones. We’ll consider scripture, song, and liturgical elements that celebrate the unique life of each person. A worship aid template and basic resource guides will be provided. Presenter: Carol Thornton, Director […]
End of Life Decisions – A Journey in Faith
St. Joseph of Cupertino 10110 N. DeAnza Blvd, Cupertino, CA, United StatesChoices at the end of life present unique challenges, particularly within a complex and technologically advanced society. Physical death is perceived within modern society as the ultimate human tragedy. This presentation will explore end of life choices within the context of faith in Jesus and the moral tradition of the church. Presenter: Fr. Joseph Benedict […]
Embracing End of Life: Estate Planning & Planning Your Funeral
Sacred Heart of Jesus - School Cafeteria 325 Willow Street, San Jose, CA, United States*Workshops will be given in English & Spanish simultaneously Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish and Catholic Cemeteries present: Embracing End of Life with Love: Estate Planning Preparing your will with love. This workshop will discuss the importance of Catholics acting as stewards of God’s gifts by helping you define your wishes for Estate Planning and […]
Celebrating a Life: Planning a Liturgy for a Funeral Mass or Memorial Service
Church of the Transfiguration 4325 Jarvis Avenue, San Jose, CA, United StatesLearn the basic elements of planning a funeral or memorial mass liturgy for yourself and your loved ones. We’ll consider scripture, song, and liturgical elements that celebrate the unique life of each person. Templates and basic resource guides will be provided. Presenter: Carol Thornton, Director of Pastoral Care, Social Justice and Community Ministry at St. […]
Ministry to the Bereaved: Create & Sustain your Parish Ministry
St. Martin of Tours Parish - Community Room 200 O’Connor Drive, San Jose, CA, United StatesThis in-depth training and enrichment series is an opportunity for staff and volunteers to focus on bereavement support in the parish setting. Your knowledge, skills and confidence will be enhanced by exploring topics on the grief process, communication and facilitation skills and forming your parish plan. Activities, reflection and prayer will be included each week. […]
Celebrating a Life: Planning a Liturgy for a Funeral Mass or Memorial Service
St. Joseph of Cupertino 10110 N. DeAnza Blvd, Cupertino, CA, United StatesLearn the basic elements of planning a funeral or memorial mass liturgy for yourself and your loved ones. We’ll consider scripture, song, and liturgical elements that celebrate the unique life of each person. A template and basic resource guides will be provided. Click here to download a flyer.
Ministry to the Bereaved: Create & Sustain your Parish Ministry
St. Martin of Tours Parish - Community Room 200 O’Connor Drive, San Jose, CA, United StatesThis in-depth training and enrichment series is an opportunity for staff and volunteers to focus on bereavement support in the parish setting. Your knowledge, skills and confidence will be enhanced by exploring topics on the grief process, communication and facilitation skills and forming your parish plan. Activities, reflection and prayer will be included each week. […]
Anointing of the Sick – A Healing Ritual
St. Joseph of Cupertino 10110 N. DeAnza Blvd, Cupertino, CA, United StatesAnointing of the Sick ~ One of the seven sacraments Baptized Catholics of all ages who seek recovery in body, mind, and spirit. There may still be a misunderstanding that this Sacrament is solely for those on their death bed, but that is not the case. This Sacrament can offer strength, peace, and courage to […]
Ministry to the Bereaved: Create & Sustain your Parish Ministry
St. Martin of Tours Parish - Community Room 200 O’Connor Drive, San Jose, CA, United StatesThis in-depth training and enrichment series is an opportunity for staff and volunteers to focus on bereavement support in the parish setting. Your knowledge, skills and confidence will be enhanced by exploring topics on the grief process, communication and facilitation skills and forming your parish plan. Activities, reflection and prayer will be included each week. […]
Ministry to the Bereaved: Create & Sustain your Parish Ministry
St. Martin of Tours Parish - Community Room 200 O’Connor Drive, San Jose, CA, United StatesThis in-depth training and enrichment series is an opportunity for staff and volunteers to focus on bereavement support in the parish setting. Your knowledge, skills and confidence will be enhanced by exploring topics on the grief process, communication and facilitation skills and forming your parish plan. Activities, reflection and prayer will be included each week. […]
Advance Directives
Saint Anthony Parish 20101 McKean Road, San Jose, CA, United StatesSt. Anthony Parish and Catholic Cemeteries of the Diocese of San Jose presents:A California Advance Health Care Directive is a document that clearly states your requests regarding health care if you are unable to do so yourself. Your family and health-care providers will respect and appreciate this legal statement and be grateful for the clarity […]
Advance Directives
Saint Anthony Parish 20101 McKean Road, San Jose, CA, United StatesSt. Anthony Parish and Catholic Cemeteries of the Diocese of San Jose presents:A California Advance Health Care Directive is a document that clearly states your requests regarding health care if you are unable to do so yourself. Your family and health-care providers will respect and appreciate this legal statement and be grateful for the clarity […]
Planning a Christian Funeral
St. Joseph Cupertino - Parish Center 10110 DeAnza Boulevard, Cupertino, CA, United StatesSt. Joseph Cupertino and Catholic Cemeteries present:The Vigil, the Funeral Mass and the Committal each have distinct purposes in the journey toward healing and wholeness. When we experience the death of a loved one, we have the rituals and prayers of our church to guide us. This workshop will assist you in making choices about […]
Planning a Christian Funeral
Saint Martin Parish 590 Central Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA, United StatesSt. Martin Parish and Catholic Cemeteries present: The Vigil, the Funeral Mass and the Committal each have distinct purposes in the journey toward healing and wholeness. When we experience the death of a loved one, we have the rituals and prayers of our church to guide us. This workshop will assist you in making choices […]
Veterans Tribute and Memorial Day Mass at Calvary
Calvary Catholic Cemetery 2650 Madden Avenue, San Jose, CA, United StatesJoin us in remembering those who have served our country. Featuring: National Anthem, Prayer, Speeches, Lowering of the Flag, Moment of Silence, Tribute Wall, and Mass in honor of our heroes. Veterans Tribute at 10:30am, followed by mass celebrated by Fr. Michael Hendrickson at 11am. This is an open air mass, please bring your own […]
Veterans Tribute and Memorial Day Mass at Gate of Heaven
Gate of Heaven Cemetery 22555 Cristo Rey Drive, Los Altos, CA, United StatesJoin us in remembering those who have served our country. Featuring: National Anthem, Prayer, Speeches, Lowering of the Flag, Moment of Silence, Tribute Wall, and Mass in honor of our heroes. Veterans Tribute at 10:30am, followed by mass celebrated by Bishop Thomas Daly at 11am. This is an open air mass, please bring your own […]
Planning Your Christian Funeral
St. Simon Parish - Simon Room 1860 Grant Road, Los Altos, CA, United StatesAre you interested in learning more about planning your funeral? St. Simon and Catholic Cemeteries present: The Vigil, the Funeral Mass and the Committal each have distinct purposes in the journey toward healing and wholeness. When we experience the death of a loved one, we have the rituals and prayers of our church to guide […]