THOUGHTS ON STEWARDSHIP THE PRAYER CORNER For the sick: “There are different kinds of spiritual gifts but the same Spirit; there are Jimmy Wong, Floyd Davis, Joe Ramirez, Socorro Gar- different forms of service but the same Lord; there are different workings cia, & Aldo Comparini For the dead: Fr. Terry Fulton, Ayda Young, Manny Gomez, but the same God who produces all of them in everyone.” Joyce Terry, Mary Delmendo, Carmelita Andrews, & Andrea Dizon - 1 C ORINTHIANS 12:4-6 For the military: Jonas Abad, Jr., Robert Harter, Lester Paclibar, By giving each of His Stewards different gifts, God made sure that the & Tyler Kesthely Church would have the right combination of time, talent and treasure that was needed to do His work. However, if one of us does not utilize our MEMORIAL DAY! gifts, God’s plan goes unfulfilled. Some important work is left undone.

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BISHOPS TO CELEBRATE MASSES ON MEMORIAL DAY The Diocese of Sacramento will honor men and women of the armed forces with Masses at Catholic cemeteries on Memorial Day, Mon- PENTECOST SUNDAY — May 24, 2015 day, May 25. The public is invited to participate at any of these Masses to be presided by the following: Jaime Soto at 10 a.m. LITURGICAL SCHEDULE MISSION STATEMENT Parish Center & Office at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Auxiliary Bishop Myron J. Cotta at 10 a.m. Weekend Masses: 8700 Bradshaw Road at Calvary Cemetery, and Father Francis Lawler at 10 a.m. at St. Jo- Saturday 5:00 p.m. "We, the People of St. Maria Goretti Catholic Elk Grove, CA 95624 seph Cemetery. All the cemeteries where these Masses will be held Sunday 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. parish, are called by Christ and guided by the Holy (916) 647-4538 Tel are in Sacramento. & 12:00 p.m. Spirit to proclaim the Good News of the Kingdom of (916) 647-4539 Fax VOCATIONS BENEFIT DINNER: MAY 30 Weekday Masses: God through prayer, praise, sacraments and www.saintmariagoretti.net education in order to build the church and share You are invited to attend a Vocations Benefit Dinner on Saturday, Monday & Tuesday 7:00 a.m. the message of love, justice, and forgiveness in May 30 th , at Our Lady of Grace in West Sacramento. Hosted by the Wednesday & Friday 7:00 p.m. Pastor: Fr. Mervin P. Concepcion This day, that began as Decoration Day in the deep South after the service to all." Knights of Columbus Council No. 9469, the event will begin with a Email: [email protected] Civil War, was designed as a dedication to the fallen, a day of (First Friday of the month, Holy Hour Pastor’s emergency ext. 208 social at 6 p.m., followed by the dinner at 6:45 p.m. and the program reflection, gatherings at cemeteries and memorials. We can create & Benediction after 7:00pm Mass) Administration: at 7:30 p.m. Bishop Jaime Soto will be the special guest for this a Memorial Garden, plant a tree in memory of those who have STEWARDSHIP PRAYER SACRAMENTS: Al Llenos - Business Manager event. Purchase your tickets by calling the Office of Vocations at fallen in service to our country. We can enjoy our day-off with [email protected] (916) 733-0258 or by email to [email protected] . Reconciliation - Praised are you, O God, our loving creator picnics and BBQ parties. But let us not forget why we get the Religious Education: FATHER’S DAY WITH BISHOP SOTO: JUNE 21 Saturday at 3:30-4:30 p.m. and giver of all good gifts. Bless our par- day off and why we can party and have fun. In the end, h ow- Monday through Friday and Sunday by Luz Manrique - Dir. Religious Ed Join Bishop Soto at Raley Field on Fathers Day, Sunday, June 21, ever we remember, let us take a moment to pray and to call to appointment only. ish, strengthen our faith, and grant us [email protected] 2015. Play catch with Bishop Soto before the game at 11 a.m. memory the real reason for Memorial Day. Parish Pastoral Council: Baptism - the spirit of Christian stewardship so Please call the office at (916) 647-4538 Patty Suter to obtain information, preparation of that we may give generously of our time, [email protected] GINELLE’S BAKERY SARI-SARI BUFFET necessary documents before the date of talent, and treasure in worship and Finance Council: FILIPINO CUISINE baptism can be scheduled. Bill Klaproth [email protected] A Filipino-American Bakery All you can eat! Marriage - prayer, and in spreading Your kingdom Mon.-Sat. : 6 am—8 pm 7911 Bruceville Road Engaged couple must contact the office here in our Church and throughout the Liturgy: Sunday: 6 am—6 pm Sacramento, CA 95823 to setup an appointment with the pastor Pat & Ann Hanna to begin preparation of necessary world. This we ask through Jesus Christ, [email protected] 9015 Bruceville Rd. Suite 120 (916) 689-9191 Elk Grove, CA 95758 documents at least 6 months prior to the Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns Stewardship: (916) 627-2993 (916) 583-7376 Fax Monday thru Sunday wedding date. Jude Salgado 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. www.ginellesbakery.com Anointing of the Sick/Communion with You and the Holy Spirit, one God [email protected] to the Sick & Homebound - Music Coordinator: NURSING ASSISTANT TRAINING now and forever. Amen. Please call the office at (916) 647-4538 Mike Kitchens HOME HEALTH AIDE, CEU, CPR, to receive the above sacraments. [email protected] ACUTE CARE

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PENTECOST SUNDAY THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE MASSES FOR THE WEEK May 24, 2015 Sun. May 24 8 a.m., 10a .m., 12p.m. Mass / Sweet Sunday May 24 Pentecost Sunday Mon. May 25 Memorial Day Holiday/Office Closed “When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place. And suddenly a sound Acts 2:1-11; Ps 104:1,24,29-31,34; 1 Cor 12:3-7,12-13; Jn 20:19-23 6:30 a.m. Rosary / Mass came from heaven like the rush of a mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. 10 a.m. Tessie Gutierrez (+) Ernesto Macadaeg (+) 6:30 p.m. Choir Practice, 8 a.m. Choir Noel & Grace Bati (SI) 7:00 p.m. Stewardship Committee Meeting And there appeared to them tongues as of fire, distributed and resting on each one of them. And 12 p.m. Rosalia Laxamana (+) Tue. May 26 6:30 a.m. Rosary / Mass they were all filled with the Holy Spirit.” - Acts 2:1-4 May 25 Monday, Memorial - St. Bede, St. Gregory, 5:00 p.m. Choir Practice, 12 Noon Choir St. Mary Magdalene de Pazzi Wed. May 27 5:00 p.m. Choir Practice, 5 p.m. Choir SIR 17:20-24; PS 32:1-2, 5, 6, 7; MK 10:17-27 5:30 p.m. Capital Campaign Committee Meeting FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK THE CHALLENGE OF PENTECOST SUNDAY: SPEAK THE May 26 Tuesday, Memorial – St. Philip Neri ST. MARIA GORETTI PARISH REGIS- 6:30 p.m. Rosary / Mass / Perpetual Help Novena LANGUAGE OF THE SPIRIT SIR 35:1-12; PS 50:5-6, 7-8, 14, 23; MK 10:28-31 Thurs. May 28 6:00 p.m. Choir Practice, 10 a.m. Choir TRATION DRIVE: Why Register in the The description of 7 a.m. Sergio & Catalina Guillen (SI) Fri. May 29 6:30 p.m. Rosary / Mass Parish? the first Pentecost in the rd May 27 Wednesday, Memorial – St. Augustine of Canterbury Sat. May 30 3:30 p.m. Confession Starting this weekend and on every 3 Acts of the Apostles SIR 36:1, 4-5A, 10-17; PS 79:8, 9, 11, 13; MK 10:32-45 5:00 p.m. Vigil Mass Weekend of the month which coincides with tells us that when de- May 28 Thursday of the 8 th Week in Ordinary Time Missionary Cooperative Appeal our Sweet Sunday for the sole purpose to so- vout Jews from many SIR 42:15-25; PS 33:2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9; MK 10:46-52 cialize and get to know one another, we will be different nations heard May 29 Friday of the 8 th Week in Ordinary Time having a REGISTRATION DRIVE . Regis- the Spirit-inspired proc- SIR 44:1, 9-13; PS 149:1B-2, 3-4, 5-6A, 9B; MK 11:11-26 RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY tering in a parish is a declaration of your de- lamation of the gospel May 30 Saturday, Memorial – Blessed Virgin Mary AB 775, which would force pro-life sire to be part of a Catholic faith community by the disciples, “each SIR 51:12 CD-20; PS 19:8, 9, 10, 11; MK 1:27-33 pregnancy medical clinics to refer cli- and a commitment to the life of the parish one heard them speak- ents for abortions, will soon be voted family. To so clearly state your Catholic commitment in all its di- ing in his own lan- upon by the full State Assem- mensions brings you advantages, recognition, and responsibilities guage.” The outpouring of the Spirit of God united this very diverse VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL & CFF 2015-2016 bly. What is really needed throughout of many kinds . group of people in a powerful moment of God’s self-revelation. But Our Vacation Bible School is sched- the state is for pro-life supporters to Often people may attend Mass at a certain parish for several this was a unity that did not eliminate or smother their diversity; uled on July 6-10, 2015 at 9 a.m.- visit their local Assemblymember’s years, but never register. In our society, sometimes a person may rather it honored and preserved the richness of their diversity. Each 12noon. Registration is every Sun- District Office to urge their Assembly- feel more comfortable at a particular parish whether or not it is the one heard the proclamation of the good news of Jesus Christ in his day in May after all Masses. Fee is member to vote NO on AB 775! For talking points that can be used geographical area where the person lives. When a pastor accepts the or her own language. $20.00. Limited to 50 children only! to oppose AB 775, visit http://stopab775now.com/home.html . To registration, he also accepts the responsibility of their spiritual care. The language of the Spirit was spoken by the risen Christ to his We need many volunteers to help find out who your Assemblymember is, visit http:// For instance, if a person were sick or dying, that pastor has the re- disciples on the first Easter night. His closest followers were locked with our VBS. Needed are crew findyourrep.legislature.ca.gov/ . To sign the Petition Against AB sponsibility for him or her. Registering in the parish has two-fold away in fear, the breath of life sucked out of them by the horror of leaders, stations leaders for the arts 775, go to http://stopab775now.com/signthepetition.html . obligation: on one hand, the pastor is obligated to support the Calvary. They had abandoned the one they had come to love at the and crafts station, music station, Bi- Regarding Physician Assisted Suicide (SB 128), you can sign the mission and needs of the parish and its parishioners; on the other very time when he was in greatest need. And now, raised up and ble stories station, games station, and snacks station. There is a California Against Assisted Suicide Petition at hand, the individual takes on the obligation to support the mission victorious over death, he comes to them through the locked doors, training for the volunteers on June 17th at 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon. http://www.noassistedsuicideca.org/ and email your Senator at and needs of the parish and his/her fellow parishioners. undeterred by the limitations that human circumstances would im- For more information, please call Diane Goodman at 916-686-0700. http://cqrcengage.com/cacatholic/app/write-a-letter. St. Joseph Par- Being a registered parishioner also makes the process much eas- pose. His first word to them is a greeting of peace. This is the lan- CFF 2015-2016 ish in Auburn will host an educational forum on Assisted Suicide on th ier when you wish to participate in a parish ministry, or when it is guage of the Spirit. He could have spoken so many other words, Registration for Returning Students: May 18 – June 30, 2015; Reg- Tuesday, May 26 at 6:30 p.m. Dinner and babysitting will be pro- time for infant baptism, religious education registration, weddings, like “Where were you when I needed you most?” Instead, his greet- istration for New Students: July 1-31, 2015. CLASSES START on vided. Call Chris Jonas at 530-878-0598. SB 128 will be voted on th when asked to be a baptismal or confirmation sponsor, and even ing and his presence instill peace and healing in the midst of fear August 23 for Sunday CFF; and August 26 for Wednesday CFF. by the state Senate sometime before June 5 so call your Senator the funerals. Once you are registered, please notify the parish office of and turmoil. And then he directs these disciples to open themselves CFF Fee: $75.00 for 1 child; 50% discount for the next sibling. soonest that you can. any changes in address or phone number. If you wish to receive to the gift of the Spirit, the Spirit that enables them to receive and Make check payable to St. Maria Goretti Church. There are extra Our prayers at 1442 Ethan Way continue year-round on abortion parish envelopes or mailings, the office can arrange that for you. to grant forgiveness. As the risen Lord, Jesus gifts his disciples fees of $15.00 for First Communion and $75.00 for Confirmation. mornings Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, from 9-11a.m.. Many We are so gifted with many wonderful people who have lived with the Spirit that empowers them to be to the world what he has For questions, call Luz Manrique at 916-647-4538. babies have been saved through prayer, love, and encouragement! parish life in an admirable way! We are so proud of our Liturgical been. They are sent forth to the world to speak the language of the FATHER’S DAY FAMILY BBQ RIB DINNER Just think if every parish in California found the nearest abortion Ministers, our Music Ministers, our Religious Education Families, Spirit, a language of peace, of forgiveness, of generous care and Make plans to attend the Fathers Day Family BBQ Rib Dinner on business and took seriously the lives that are being killed there~ our Youth Group, our Evangelization Ministers, our Social Outreach faithful service, of resistance to the forces of evil; a language of Saturday, June 20th. The Knights of Columbus will be hosting this What a difference that would make! Ministers, the Knights of Columbus, and especially our Staff, Parish compassion for the most vulnerable in our world, of service to the event and will have tickets on sale after all masses starting today. MAKE YOUR DONATION ONLINE Pastoral Council, Finance Council, Stewardship Committee. To all poor and marginalized. It is the language of peacemaking in a vio- Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under. The Save paper. Save time. When you give online, those who participate in the Mass, we invite you to be ONE with us lent world, of the willingness to move beyond self-absorption to- Knights of Columbus thank you for your support of all their events. your gift will be transferred conveniently and so we can achieve a meaningful liturgical celebration of God’s Love, ward self-transcendence. Your support in 2014 made it possible for the Knights to make do- securely from your bank or credit card account better serve our parish needs and our neighborhood. On this Pentecost Sunday, you and I are invited to open our- nations to the parish of over $9,700. directly to the church. Online Giving can be This weekend is Pentecost Sunday, a day called by many “ The selves to the presence and power of the Spirit of Jesus, who dwells MISSION APPEAL FOR THE PHILIPPINES: MAY 30/31 effectively used on its own or with regular offering envelopes for Birthday of the Church .” We commemorate the descent of the within us. This is the Spirit who inspires us to proclaim “Jesus is Fr. Librado Baluarte will come to St. Maria Goretti Church on May your weekly Sunday offertory, contribution to our Building Fund, Holy Spirit on the Apostles. As we celebrate the many gifts that Lord.” This same Spirit enriches us with gifts for service to the 30/31 to make a mission appeal on behalf of Bishop Arturo Bastes, and for our Capital Campaign. Access your account any time you were given by the Holy Spirit to the Apostles and the early followers Body of Christ. We are sent forth from Mass to speak the language of the diocese of Sorsogon in the Philippines. The proceeds of the like - you’re in complete control, and that a win-win for you and St. of Christ, we need to be aware that these are gifts given to us as well. of the Spirit with our lips and with our lives. mission appeal shall be used for the following projects: the educa- Maria Goretti Parish. For more info., visit our website or call Al Stewardship calls us to use these gifts to benefit our Church, our FORTNIGHT FOR FREEDOM: JUNE 21-JULY 4 tion of 150 seminarians and the pastoral programs focusing on the Llenos at the office. parish and communities. Stewardship also reminds us that each of us The Fortnight for Freedom will take place from June 21 to July 4, formation of lay men and women, who are leaders in the Village PLEASE HELP US TO BE EFFICIENT has received unique gifts, and without our particular gifts, regardless 2015, a time when our liturgical calendar recognizes great martyrs Chapel Pastoral Councils. Please be generous for the mission. This is a friendly reminder to our parishioners with regard to issuing how small or big they may be, our community is not whole and it who remained faithful in the face of persecution by political TURKEY & GREECE CRUISE/PILGRIMAGE WITH FR. MERVIN checks to St. Maria Goretti Church. Please use separate checks for creates a vacuum in us. The key of course is our openness to receiv- power—St. Thomas More and St. John Fisher, St. John the Baptist, A Turkey and Greece cruise and a pilgrimage to Apostle Paul & the your capital campaign contribution, your Sunday offering, and ing and using these gifts. SS. Peter and Paul, and the First Martyrs of the Church of Seven Churches of the Book of Revelation is scheduled on Sept. 14 other donations that you give. Please know donations are organized in Why not sign up today? REGISTRATION FORMS are Rome. The theme of this year's Fortnight will focus on the -26. Fr. Mervin will go as the chaplain of the group. Make your various account titles. Checks for capital campaign are deposited to the available in the vestibule and in the parish office. "freedom to bear witness" to the truth of the Gospel. reservations now by calling Linda Mitchell, at 916-400-4366. capital campaign account; Sunday offerings go to Sunday offering ac- count, etc. Your helping us in this matter is greatly appreciated. God bless you for your continuing to support our parish financially.