June 21st - Monday
Dear St. Charles Family:
Let us give thanks to Deacon Gil Pesqueira, for providing us with his message at Sunday's Service! (see below)
Fr. Kwame
Fear to Faith
“Let us cross over to the other side.” In Sunday’s Gospel Jesus makes the journey less of a miracle event and more of a teaching. It is a symbolic journey from fear to faith. Even though we are reading from chapter 4 of Mark’s Gospel, the disciples have already seen Jesus perform miracles, they have listened to Jesus teach and He has personally coached them. But it is one thing to hear everything explained, and quite another thing to understand and apply what has been heard and seen.
Fear and faith are the dynamics of discipleship. In the Gospels, the disciples abandon Jesus in fear after he is arrested, in the Gospel of Mark they flee from the tomb in terror, and before they cower in the upper room. After the ascension disciples, the disciples go throughout the world proclaiming the “Good News” without fear and filled with the grace and faith of the risen Christ. Their journey from fear to faith is complete.
Just like the disciples, we can delude ourselves into thinking we have strong faith when everything is going our way and there is calm in our lives. But life is filled with many difficulties and challenges that cause us to be fearful. Each day we are confronted with many events that may cause us to become apprehensive. Getting laid off from work, dealing with a sudden serious illness, or conflict with the ones we love are just some of the many things that happen each day that may cause us to be filled with fear and sick with apprehension.
It only when the unexpected hits, do we discover what kind of faith we have or if we have any faith at all. As I have said before, being a follower of Jesus does not make us exempt from pain, disappointment, or fear. We think that faith in God is a ticket to earthly peace and joy. But faith does is not make us exempt from fear, at times our lives will be unsettling and perplexing.
So what can we do? In today’s gospel, the disciples looked toward Jesus. The disciple’s example is a daily reminder from God that we need to live every day with our focus on Him and trust Him. Jesus loves us unconditionally and desires a relationship with each one of us. As we deepen our friendship with Jesus through a daily commitment to converse with Him, we will come to trust Him more.
We also need each other. Certainly, we are called to have a personal relationship with Jesus. But we also are called to relationships with each other here at St. Charles, here is where we can find help and support. When someone asks, “Lord, don’t you care,” the answer often can be found in the love and encouragement from those around us that strengthens our faith. Together we share faith in Jesus, live the Gospel, and care for others.
Jesus only wants what is best for us. He will protect us and calm the storms in our minds and hearts. All Jesus asks is that we turn our eyes from our fears to Him. This does not mean that life will be perfect, without trials and struggles. But it does mean that we can face life’s difficulties with peace and calm, and even deep interior joy as Jesus is with us at every moment, even if we don’t recognize it.
To all fathers actual or adopted, by blood or those grandfathers, uncles, cousins, coaches, teachers, priests, or even perhaps a single mother or grandmother who took on the role of both mother and father. I give thanks to you. May God’s face shine in you and be gracious to you. May God continue to hold you in the palm of God’s hand and say, “You are my beloved in whom I am well pleased.
Deacon Gil
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It was a blessing to be able to bring back the long-awaited VBS to St. Charles Borromeo, Livermore. From the opening ceremonies to the closing ceremonies children and volunteers were having a great time.
We learned more about Jesus, His love for all humans. We were able to build lasting friendships and sang our hearts out.
If you are interested in learning more about Faith Formation for your child please contact Carmela Chy. We also welcome all parents to strengthen their relationship with Jesus. In doing so it will help to bring the love of Christ into your homes. Please contact Diane Saunders for adult learning opportunities.
Keep an eye out for more information regarding next year's VBS! Click HERE to see all of the fun we had this year!
These guidelines will be in effect as of June 26, 2021
St. Charles Borromeo would like to Congratulate Darlene and Bob Murphy who will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on June 26th!
Your love for each other is an inspiration and a great example of commitment for everyone around you.
Jun
27
Celebration of Life ~ Kim Swinkles
Open house reception following the 11:30 am mass on Sunday June 27th. Come celebrate Kim's life on the one year anniversary of her passing.
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Jun
28
Walk On Water ~ Youth Ministries
Come join W.O.W Ministries' Kick-Off from 6:00 pm-9:00 pm
Contact Justin Swinkles for more details.
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Calling all Parishioners!
This weekend we celebrated Christ as our head, but we also remember our call to be the One Body. As we always say: The Mass is missing something when you are not here.
Furthermore, we are missing something when YOU do not serve with the gifts you have been given to share.
Please contact the heads of your former ministries to discuss coming home. You can also contact Tree Gorman, Director of Liturgy, to inquire about whether your ministry is back yet. We welcome you to look into joining one of a number of ministries for the first time.
We are here to answer any questions you may have. Feel free to contact Holly O'Hagan for further information. We are here for you!
St. Charles has unfortunately been vandalized multiple times over the past months. For the safety of our staff, parishioners and guests we will be installing a security video system.
In addition, you will notice new signs being placed around the parish similar to the one above.
If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact Holly O'Hagan.
~ Job Opportunities Available ~
We are searching for talented & creative individuals who have a passion
We are searching for talented & creative individuals who have a passion
for knowledge and teaching.
A special thank you to the many parishioners for their support
of the "Host & Chalice Tabernacle."
If the Spirit inspires you, please donate HERE
Dinner will be provided at no cost. Join us in the Keeley Center Hall or on Zoom.
A free will offering may be made at the event.
Zoom starts at 7:00 p.m. Click HERE to join.
Meeting ID: 88431249124
Passcode: 659894
Roy Cavellini
(925) 200-4127
Jul
12
Monday, July12th, 6:30 pm
Topic: Sacrament of Reconciliation
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Men of Faith will hold their next monthly meeting on Monday, July 12th from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. confirm your seat HERE.
Fr. Mark Wiesner, who we all remember as our former Pastor, will be speaking on the subject of Reconciliation. The title of his presentation is “You did WHAT?”
Please join us for his talk and share dinner with your fellow Men of Faith.
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Community
1315 Lomitas Ave.
Livermore, CA 94550
"Not a Place Where...But a People Who"
