Dear Saint Charles Borromeo family,
As many of you know, Darlene Murphy is active with School Godenu in Ghana, her charitable organization. Unfortunately, she has learned that a fire damaged the junior high building that was significantly renovated not long ago. With many thanks to God, no one was hurt. However, the estimate to repair the damage is $10,000. Please see Darlene's letter below to learn more about the unfortunate incident.
Meanwhile, our annual Blessing of the Animals will be held on the back lawn this coming Saturday, October 1, at 10:00 a.m. All animals are welcome, and I look forward to seeing them (and you) for the blessing. This is always a fun event!
Also, be sure to read last weekend's bulletin, as it includes Jim Oliver's autobiography in article #9 of the summer series titled "Getting to Know the Leadership at St. Charles Borromeo."
Please note that our WINGS group will be providing FREE DONUTS and COFFEE for everyone after 7:30 and 9:30 a.m. Masses this Sunday! The purpose is to promote the WINGS registration table outside of the church, as their weekly gatherings will resume on the morning of Thursday, October 6 for a meet-and-greet social event.
And, finally, my new Adult Bible Study series has been postponed. It will now begin on Thursday, November 3. We will meet on Zoom at 7:00 p.m. to begin studying the five books of Moses. More information and the Zoom link will be included in upcoming Flocknotes.
Blessings, everyone!
-- Fr. Kwame
The Week Ahead
You May Also View Our Complete Calendar
- Wednesday, September 28:
- Mass 9:00 a.m. (Livestream/Church)
- K-5 Faith Formation 3:45-5:15 p.m. (Call FF Office for Location)
- Adult Choir Rehearsal 7:00 p.m. (Church)
- Middle School Youth Ministry 7:00 p.m. (Hall)
- Thursday, September 29:
- Mass 9:00 a.m. (Livestream/Church)
- Friday, September 30:
- Mass 9:00 a.m. (Livestream/Church)
- Saturday, October 1:
- BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS 10:00-10:30 a.m. (Back Lawn)
- Buonsante Funeral and Reception 1:00 p.m. (Church/Hall)
- Reconciliation 4:00-4:30 p.m. (Church)
- WINGS Promotion Table 4:45 p.m. (Outside of Chapel)
- Vigil Mass 5:00 p.m. (Church)
- Sunday, October 2:
- Mass 7:30 a.m. (Church)
- WINGS Promotion Table 8:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. (Outside of Chapel)
- Pre-School/Tiny Treasures 9:30 a.m. (Dominic Rm)
- Youth Confirmation 1 Class 10:00 a.m. (Hall)
- Mass 9:30 a.m. (Livestream/Church/Courtyard)
- Distribution of Holy Communion 10:30-11:15 a.m. (Chapel)
- Mass 11:30 a.m. (Church)
August 16 Fire Damages junior high school in Godenu, Ghana
From: Darlene Murphy
Date: September 19, 2022
To: St. Charles Parishioners
Topic: Recent Fire in our Godenu, Ghana junior high school
It is with a heavy heart, I inform you that on August 16, the village chief in Ghana called to tell me that the building for the junior high school caught on fire. Fortunately, the fire started at 7:30 p.m. and no one was hurt. Try to imagine putting out a building on fire with buckets of water because there are no fire engines or hoses.
It is assumed that it was an electrical fire that started in the roof rafters. No inspection reports are done in the village. The building consists of three classrooms and two of them were destroyed. The children were released from school on Friday, August 12, for a month break. The children will be using the new library and computer building to hold class when they resume school on September 12.
WAVE was hoping to get started on the repairs as soon as possible, but the rainy season has started and will continue until December. We hope, by December, the materials will be purchased, and the reconstruction will begin. The building is made of cinder block, so fortunately the walls were not destroyed. Reconstruction will include, new electrical wires, and fans, installation of a new roof, windows with screens, new desks, and bookshelves, resurfacing the floors, refinishing the blackboards, and painting the inside and outside of the building. The repair estimate is $10,000.
I have set up an emergency fund to help rebuild the junior high school building in the village. However, if you are interested in donating to the repairs, please visit WAVE4kids.org or checks can be mailed to WAVE at 2431 Via De Los Milagros, Pleasanton, CA 94566. Any donation will be greatly appreciated!
In July, I traveled to Ghana for the first time in 2.5 years due to COVID to visit the village school and children. Everything at that time looked great and it was nice to see all the progress WAVE has made in the village over the years. This fire is a setback; however, we will rebuild and move forward to continue to educate the children in the village of Godenu, Ghana.
Thank you for your continued support.
Darlene Murphy
St. Charles Borromeo Parishioner
Founder-WAVE
We invite families to unite with Bishop Barber and the Diocese of Oakland!
Celebrate Catholic Family Life and come together for the Closing Mass.
Celebrate Catholic Family Life and come together for the Closing Mass.
Where? Cathedral of Christ the Light
When? Saturday, October 1 at 5:00 p.m.
When? Saturday, October 1 at 5:00 p.m.
Ideas on How to Participate in Celebrate Catholic Family Life:
1. Check oakdiocese.org/ccfl for all the family events scheduled throughout the Diocese for September 24 - October 2, 2022!
2. Download the Family Participation Passport and attend an event in each category (formation, prayer, social, and service). Submit your Family Passport for the closing drawing on October 7, 2022 (submit by Oct. 5) for an opportunity to win fun prizes.
3. Join us for the CCFL Closing Mass on Saturday, October 1st at 5:00 p.m. Join Bishop Barber at the Cathedral of Christ the Light for the Mass and then a light supper on the Plaza.
4. Submit your photos and Family Participation Passport to catholicfamilylife@oakdiocese.org. Submit your passport no later than October 5th! Please RSVP via email to CatholicFamilyLife@oakdiocese.org for food count and parish signage representation.
Registration Weekend
Visit Our WINGS Promotion Table Outside Church!
Saturday, Oct. 1
4:45-6:15 p.m.,
and
4:45-6:15 p.m.,
and
Sunday, Oct. 2
8:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
8:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Are you ready?
Bring your completed registration form (or use one of ours)
along with cash or a check in the amount
of $30.00 made out to St. Charles Borromeo
with “WINGS” written on the memo line.
along with cash or a check in the amount
of $30.00 made out to St. Charles Borromeo
with “WINGS” written on the memo line.
WINGS will be hosting FREE Donuts and Coffee this weekend!
Five-Day In-Person Silent Retreat
Presented by Father Laurence Freeman, OSB
Accommodations are limited...
One Mind, One Heart: Unified Consciousness:
The 2022 theme for the World Community for Christian Meditation (WCCM) is Unified Consciousness. This is not merely an intellectual or abstract issue, because the survival of humanity may well depend upon the evolution of our consciousness. The mind of Christ within each of us is the same mind that contains all of us. The meditator experiences this in real-time by being able to see herself in others and others in herself. In this silent retreat, Laurence Freeman will explore the personal healing involved in unifying ourselves and others.
This retreat will also serve as an introduction and a deepening of the practice of meditation.
For additional information, please contact
Claire La Scola at 925-447-9800.
Please direct your inquiries about reservations to
San Damiano Hospitality Manager, Lisa Briones,
or call 925-837-9141 x 303.
San Damiano Hospitality Manager, Lisa Briones,
or call 925-837-9141 x 303.
Join Us to Celebrate WINGS Opening Day!
Meet and Greet Coffee Social
Thursday, October 6
9:30 am on the church plaza
Theme:
“An Attitude of Gratitude and Generosity”
“An Attitude of Gratitude and Generosity”
What can you expect when you become a WINGS member? Our ministry invites all women to come to celebrate being together while deepening their relationship with Jesus. It is a place that allows you to reconnect with old friends and meet new ones while listening to amazing speakers and enjoying sweet and savory breakfast foods.
This year our presenters will guide and inspire us to strengthen our gratitude and generosity. All WINGS members will be gifted with a copy of Matthew Kelly’s “The Generosity Habit” to use for weekly reflection and generosity tips.
To become part of this amazing ministry, turn your registration form into Janet Schott or Cindy Kline during the "Meet and Greet Coffee Social" on Thursday, October 6 at 9:30 a.m. We will also be available to answer any questions you may have about WINGS.
We hope to see you at WINGS!
Questions? Contact Janet Schott: 925-373-9346
or Cindy Kline 925-724-7636
or Cindy Kline 925-724-7636
Register Now!
Saturday, October 22
9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Borromeo Hall
Borromeo Hall
Our Second-Annual One-Day Men's Retreat!
Presenter:
Fr. Rusty Shaughnessy
This will be the culmination of our five-month journey into
men's spirituality will inspire you.
Our goal is to see 40 men attend and grow
We need you to join the 25 who have already made the commitment!
Free-will donation only
men's spirituality will inspire you.
Our goal is to see 40 men attend and grow
We need you to join the 25 who have already made the commitment!
Free-will donation only
Reserve Your Seat HERE
St. Raymond Church
11555 Shannon Ave.
Dublin, CA 94568
11555 Shannon Ave.
Dublin, CA 94568
Contact Sylvia to reserve your seat by Sunday, October 16
925-858-2374 or obhill@pacbell.net
Volunteer Your Trunk!
contact Amanda Swinkels and be part of the fun.
MASS INTENTIONS
Rest in Peace...
Constance Logsdon,
loving mother of our choir member/cantor
Dennis Logsdon
Constance Logsdon,
loving mother of our choir member/cantor
Dennis Logsdon
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Community
1315 Lomitas Ave.
Livermore, CA 94550
"Not a Place Where...But a People Who"
