Sunday, September 19 - This year, Catechetical Sunday, September 19, 2010, will focus on the theme, “Matrimony: Sacrament of Enduring Love.” Those who have been designated by the community to serve as Catechists, Religion Teachers and Ministers of Faith will be called forth to be commissioned for their ministry at the 9am Mass on September 19. Catechetical Sunday is a wonderful opportunity to reflect upon the role that each person plays, by virtue of Baptism, in handing on the faith and being a witness to the Gospel. Catechetical Sunday is an opportunity for all to rededicate themselves to this mission as a community of faith.

Friday, September 10th, at 1pm. Please mark your calendars and join us for our Fall Anointing of the Sick and Elderly. This will take place on Friday, September 10th, at 1pm in the Church and will be followed by refreshments and fellowship in the Parish Hall. Should you have a question, please contact Helen Campbell at 795-7958.

Tuesday, September 21 - The Women of St. Joseph kicks off this year’s activities by hosting their 12th annual baby shower on Tuesday, September 21 at 7:30pm in the parish hall. Bring an unwrapped gift like a onesie, booties, bonnets, or blankets for the Newborn Unit at St. Rose Hospital and Pregnancy Choices, a local clinic. Join in this celebration of new life and a new year of funfilled, interesting events. Can’t make it, but still want to contribute a gift? Put your item in the box at the back of the church and it will be included in the donations to the groups. If you have questions, contact Debip12@comcast.net or Kathy Bray at 659-6374.

Dear Friends,
It is with some sadness that we have to announce that Father Joseph will be leaving our parish on September 15, 2010. Father Joseph has been reassigned as parochial vicar at the Cathedral of Christ the Light and has been with us since January 1, 2008. Such a short time. It is with heavy heart that we see him move on. At the same time our love and prayers go with him as he assumes his new responsibilities at the Cathedral.

To honor and thank him for his ministry here at St. Joseph, there will be a reception following the 12:30 Mass on Sunday the 12th at which Father Joseph will preside. All are welcome.
- Fr. Manny

Sunday, Sept. 26, 2010 The 3rd Annual "Friends of the Poor Walk" Sunday, to benefit the needy and suffering is scheduled to be held on Sunday, Sept. 26, 2010 at Moreau Catholic High School. in Hayward. You can participate or make a pledge, by logging on to www.svdpfriendsofthepoorwalk.org - All proceeds from the walk directly benefit the people served by St. Vincent de Paul in the communities. A sign-up form will be published in the 9/12 Weekly Bulletin. Thank you for your kindness and generosity. For additional information call: 510-656-2331

Friday, October 8, 2010 - Calling All Golfers! A SJS Golf Tournament is set for Friday Oct. 8, 2010 at the Summitpointe Golf Course in Milpitas. All Golfers and Fun Seekers are welcome to join in the fun. The Golf Package includes: Green fees, range balls, golf cart, dinner, tee prize and souvenir. All are sure to enjoy the Raffle & festivities. Cost is $150 unless it is paid before September 10 - then it is only $125. If you can't play but want to support the school, consider buying raffle tickets or sponsoring a SJS staff member to golf. Please contact the SJS office or Laurie Kaefer for more detail & registration (510) 656-6525 or check out our Facebook page for more details.

An Invitation for Non-Practicing Catholics and for those Seeking to Refresh their Faith Were you raised Catholic but do not come or seldom come to Church anymore? Are you a Catholic who now feels separated from the Church? Would you like to know more about the Catholic Church as it is today? Would you like to feel at home in the Catholic Church again?

COME AND SEE - Never been baptized? Come and see how to allow Jesus Christ into your life in a deeper way. Come and learn more about the Catholic faith, and discuss and share faith around a particular topic. We meet every Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in Ministry House 2. Call to find out more about this life changing process. Sister Mary Teresa (510) 657-0905.

Vocations - Is God calling you to Religious Life? Religious Life Vocation Discernment Retreat for single, Catholic women (18-40). Fri. May 21 (6pm)-Sat. May 22 (7pm), 2010 at the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose Motherhouse in Fremont. Info or RSVP by Mon. May 17 at blessings@msjdominicans.org - or- 510-933-6335.

Young Adult Retreat Young Adults (21-40) ‘Celebrate Pentecost’ Retreat on Sat. May 15, 2010 (10am-9pm) at the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose Motherhouse in Fremont. Information or RSVP by May 10 at blessings@msjdominicans.org or 510-933-6335

Taize (prayer around the cross) - Every Third Friday - Join us in prayer and song on Friday, Sept. 17 from 8:00pm-9:15pm (and every 3rd Friday of the month) at Dominican Sisters of MSJ Motherhouse Chapel, 43326 Mission Blvd, Fremont. 510-657-2468

Tuesday, September 21st - Pax Christi Fremont invites you to participate in the International Day of Peace on Tuesday, September 21st at 6:00 p.m at Lake Elizabeth in Fremont. Please forward this invitation to any groups or individuals who might be interested in participating. May peace prevail on earth.

October 10, 2010 Come join us for a Super Bonza Bottler Day - 10/10/10! St. Joseph School will be celebrating 50 years of excellence in education on October 10, 2010. Come "Back to where you once belonged!" and say "HI" to Ms. Phyllis Taurosa, Sister Mary Virginia, Ms. Paula Pardini, Mrs. Jane Simon, Mrs. Marsha Nieman - a few of the past staff who will be there. A 12:30pm Mass will kick off the celebration of family fun, festivities & food at SJS. RSVP forms are on the table at the back of church. For more info call St. Joseph School office at (510) 656-6525. Or see our Facebook page and become a fan.