The priests, sister and staff of St. Victor’s Church wish you a blessed, peaceful Easter.

One of the beautiful traditions of the Easter season is the lighting of the Paschal Candle.  The Easter (Paschal) Candle symbolizes Christ as the Light of the World.  It stands in the sanctuary throughout the days of Easter until Ascension, reminding us of the risen Christ – the true light for each and every person.

St. Victor’s Welcomes...Those who are receiving Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation: Ginger Ho, Jose Jimenez, Phil Nguyen and Linda Truong...and, those who are making a Profession of Faith and receiving Eucharist and Confirmation: Rona Aragon, Jeanina Gonzales, Reuben Juni, Mary Jane Lacro, Orlando Lacro, Aries Laderes, Leilani Ladrillono, Garrett Malate, Mark Morrow, Antonio Paniagua, Jonathan Que, Kelly Sana, Steve Strawbridge and Laurentino Zapanta.

ANNUAL DIOCESAN APPEAL

Bishop McGrath, the Diocesan Steering committee, Father Perata, Priests and Parish Chairman, we all THANK and CONGRATULATE St. Victor’s for another stellar performance in the Annual Diocesan Appeal. Those funds collected in excess of the Diocesan assessment will, as usual, be returned to the parish.  We may all take pride that St. Victor’s continues to be a leader in this most important annual pledge drive.  Again, our THANKS and CONGRATULATIONS FOR YOUR CONTINUED GENEROSITY, SUPPORT AND A JOB WELL DONE!!!

CATECHETICAL MINISTRY CLASSES

There will be NO classes this week.

Please check your handbook for your child’s specific class schedule to find out when the class resumes.

The CM teachers, aides and staff wish everyone a happy, joy-filled Easter.

(If the Church is full at the Easter Mass you are attending, please check the hall for an additional Mass.)

ALL PARISH OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED ON EASTER MONDAY, MARCH 24^TH.

EXTRA EASTER DONATION ENVELOPES ARE AVAILABLE IN THE PEWS.

PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND AND JORDAN – NOVEMBER 2-13

Father Lim invites you to come to an informational meeting next Sunday, March 30^th, from 2:30-4:30 P.M. in the small room of the parish center.  For all the details, please contact Father Lim @ 251-7055.

ANNUAL ACIES

Acies is an individual and collective renewal of consecration to our Blessed Mother.  Every year, all active and auxiliary members of the Legion of Mary renew their consecration to our heavenly Queen.  Families and friends are welcome.  This year’s Acies will be held at Resurrection Church (725 Cascade Dr., Sunnyvale) on Saturday, April 5^th. The rosary and consecration starts at 11:00 A.M.  Mass follows at 12:00 noon.  Refreshments will be served in their parish hall after the Mass.

EASTER FLOWER DONATIONS NEEDED

Donations for the Altar Society Flowers may be made in our EASTER FLOWER envelopes located on the table in the vestibule of the Church.  Your contribution will help defray some of the expenses used for beautifying the Church at this time of the year.  Please place these envelopes in the collection basket, or drop them by the Rectory Office. 

                              Welcome to all visitors.  We hope that you enjoy your time and celebration with us.

Something incredible is about to happen!

St. Victor Church’s Vacation Bible School is in the planning stage!  It will be held the mornings of July 21^st through July 25^th. What is Vacation Bible School?  It is a Jesus celebration!  It is 5 mornings of music, games, snack, drama, and Bible teaching for children entering kindergarten, through 5^th grade.

Mass Intentions for the Week

Monday             March   24         8:00 A.M.          Edward & Olive Olivera

Tuesday            March   25         8:00 A.M.          Tim Gallagher

Wednesday       March   26         8:00 A.M.          John & Jessie Correia

Thursday           March   27         8:00 A.M.          Steve & Mary Perata

Friday               March   28         8:00 A.M.          Cezar M Uytingco

Saturday           March   29         8:00 A.M.          Anna Xu Nguyen

                                                5:00 P.M.          Evelyn DeBem

Sunday             March   30         9:15 A.M.          Deceased Members of the John Correia Family

                                               10:45 A.M.         Thanksgiving

BANNS OF MARRIAGE

Edwin Madrinon & Maritess Balmonte III

Mark Morrow & CeCe Nguyen I

Rest in Peace

St. Victor’s Parish Community would like to extend their sympathy and prayers to the families and friends of Dominic V. Gullo, Gary Jaszewski and Mary Lisy, who recently passed away.

Flowers for the Altar

This week’s Sanctuary flowers were donated by Zenaida M.Tandoc in loving memory of Abraham T. Tandoc’s birthday.

For more information regarding weekend Sanctuary flower donations – in memoriam, thanksgiving or celebration, please call the Rectory Office @ 251-7055.  Minimum suggested donation is $85.00.

PLANNED GIVING NOTES

Is Your Will Valid?

If your will was written in another state or your financial and/or family circumstances have changed, or it has been three years since it was last reviewed by a professional, it may be obsolete!

If you want to know more about this, the Diocese can provide free assistance.  Call the Development Office @ 983-0243, or write to them at: 900 Lafayette St., Suite 301, Santa Clara, CA 95050.

ARE YOU A REGISTERED MEMBER OF ST. VICTOR’S PARISH?

We would like to remind those who are not registered members of the parish about the need to do so.  Registration helps to fulfill the Diocesan requirements with regard to letters of reference/permission, certificates to act as a sponsor for the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and Marriage. For more information and/or to register in the Parish, please stop by the Rectory Office (Monday-Friday from 8:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.) or call us @ 251-7055. We would be happy to mail you one.

SAVE THE DATES...EVERYONE IS INVITED...

St. Victor’s Dinner Auction – Saturday, April 26^th, from 6:00-9:30 P.M. in the Parish Hall.

Benefit Bingo – Saturday, May 17^th, from 5:30–9:00 P.M. in the Parish Hall.

Golf Tournament - Saturday, May 31^st, at Coyote Creek Golf Course in San Jose, 8:00 A.M. Shotgun.

For more information regarding any of the above events, please call Laura Pesavento @ 888-9629.

FIL-AM SPRING BENEFIT GALA...

will be held on Saturday, April 19^th, in the Parish Hall from 6:30 P.M. - midnight.  Cost is $40.00 per person.  For tickets or more information, please call Lori @ 926-6758 or Gloria @ 926-6602.

SPECIAL NOTICE: Unfortunately, there have been a number of car break-ins during Masses.  Please DO NOT leave purses or other valuables in your car or lock them in the trunk.  Keep valuables with you at all times.

THERE WILL BE A SECOND COLLECTION NEXT WEEKEND FOR ST. VICTOR’S ST. VINCENT de PAUL SOCIETY.

Thank You

Once again the annual SEDER was a sellout success!  We hope that the 200+ guests enjoyed the celebration of the mingling of Christian and Jewish traditions.  SPECIAL THANKS are given to the many wonderful chairpersons and volunteers, who devoted time and energy towards making this event a memorable one, and to McDonald’s for their generous donations.  Any lost/found Seder dishes and silverware may be dropped off or picked up at the parish office.

ATTENTION ALL HIGH SCHOOL TEENS – The Diocese of San Jose presents the annual Youth Summer Tahoe Retreat from June 16^th-20^th. Cost is $300.00.  For more information, please visit http://www.dsj.org/tahoe .

YOUNG ADULTS 20s AND 30s – The Diocese of San Jose’s Theology on Tap will be holding seven topics of interest to young adults, at seven different locations beginning April 6^th.  Please visit www.totsiliconvalley.com for all the details.

Many Thanks to our Bulletin Advertisers – they make our Sunday Bulletin possible. Please patronize and thank them!

Please help to keep the Church and the surrounding area neat and clean.  At the end of Mass you can help by replacing your Music books and Missalettes in the pew racks and by taking your bulletin home with you for handy reference.  Thank you!  

Alleluia, Alleluia, He is Risen, Alleluia!

 
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