Dear St. Charles Parishioners...
True Christian love epitomizes the essence of selflessness and compassion, transcending mere sentimentality to embody Christ’s teachings of unconditional love and empathy. Rooted in the biblical commandment to “love thy neighbor as thyself,” it extends beyond the boundaries of familiarity, race, or creed.
At its core, true Christian love is marked by sacrificial actions and genuine concern for others’ well-being. It prompts us to extend grace and forgiveness, mirroring the boundless mercy shown by Jesus Christ, his suffering, passion, death, and resurrection. This love seeks not to judge or condemn but to uplift and restore.
Moreover, true Christian love manifests in tangible deeds of kindness and service to those in need. It invites us to feed the hungry, clothe the naked, and shelter the homeless, embodying Christ’s example of compassion towards the marginalized and oppressed.
In essence, true Christian love serves as a beacon of hope and reconciliation in a world often marred by division and strife. It fosters unity amidst diversity, bridging gaps of misunderstanding and fostering a sense of belonging within the Church community.
As followers of Christ, embracing true Christian love invites us on a transformative journey of humility, grace, and compassion, empowering us to reflect the light of God’s love in our interactions with others.
I invite everyone to participate in the holy celebration of Triduum. “I pray that you may have the power to comprehend, with all the saints, what is the breadth and length and height and depth, and to know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge, so that you may be filled with all the fullness of God.” (Ephesians 3:18-19)
“… may Christ dwell in your hearts through faith, as you are being rooted and grounded in love.” (Ephesians 3:17)
I wish everyone a Happy Easter and the blessings of the risen savior!
Yours in Christ,
--- Fr. Augustine Joseph
The Week Ahead
- Thursday, March 28: Holy Thursday
Lenten Collection - One Nation Dream Makers, Livermore
- Morning Prayer 8:30 a.m. (Chapel)
- A & E Change: Holy Thursday 9:45 a.m. (Church)
- The Triduum: Mass of the Lord's Supper 7:00 p.m. (Church/Livestream)
- Altar of Repose immediately after the 7:00 p.m. Mass (Hall) - Friday, March 29: Good Friday
Second Collection - Holy Land
- Morning Prayer 8:30 a.m. (Chapel)
- A & E Change: Good Friday, 9:45 a.m. (Church)
- Biblical Stations of the Cross 12:00 p.m. (Church)
- A & E Change: Holy Thursday 1:30 p.m. (Church)
- The Triduum: Lord's Passion and Death of the Cross (Holy Land Collection) 7:00 p.m. (Church/Livestream)
- A & E Change: Easter 9:00 p.m. (Church) - Saturday, March 30: Holy Saturday
- Morning Prayer 8:30 a.m. (Chapel)
- A & E Change: Easter 9:00 a.m. (Church)
- Adult Choir - Easter Vigil Dress Rehearsal with Instruments 9:00 a.m. (Church)
- Luncheon for Choir, RCIA, and A & E 11:30 a.m. (Hall)
- RCIA Vigil practice 11:30 a.m. (Church)
- The Triduum: The Great Vigil of Easter (RCIA Celebration) 8:00 p.m. (Church/Livestream) - Sunday, March 31: Easter Sunday
- Easter Sunday Mass 8:30 a.m. (Church)
- Easter Sunday Mass with Children's Choir 10:30 a.m. (Church/Livestream)
- Monday, April 1: Parish Office Closed
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Chapel/Livestream)
- Christian Meditation 5:30 p.m. (Ignatius) - Tuesday, April 2: Livermore School (Spring Break)
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Chapel/Livestream) - Wednesday, April 3: Livermore School (Spring Break)
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Chapel/Livestream)
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Community
1315 Lomitas Ave.
Livermore, CA 94550
