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Dear St. Charles Parishioners...

The Easter season is important for every Christian and is the most exciting time of year for many of our children, youth, and their parents. On April 14, for instance, five St. Charles teenagers were baptized into our faith and three experienced their first communion.

At 10:00 a.m. this Saturday, May 4, we will hold a special Children's First Communion Mass for the 17 children who have completed their appropriate Faith Formation Classes. I look forward to presiding over this special occasion!

Then, at 11:30 a.m. on Trinity Sunday, May 26, the Most Reverend Bishop Michael C. Barber, S.J. will preside over our Confirmation Mass for the 33 youth who have completed both years of confirmation classes.

In order to build strong relationships with our young families, I - along with a catechist and possibly one parishioner - have begun brief and informal home visits with our faith formation children and their parents. These invaluable sessions provide opportunities for each of us to know one another on a personal level and allow me to better understand and address their needs and concerns.

We've received a terrific response from the families visited so far. As a result, a new ministry has formed for the purpose of arranging these visits. As of this writing, the members of the new Faith Formation Home Visit Ministry are Jim Lucas, Merry Sommers, Holly O'Hagan, and Amanda Swinkels. If you would like to arrange a home visit, please contact Carmela Chy at (925) 447-4549 ext. 115.

Easter Blessings,

Thank you.

Dear Members of our Liturgical Ministries,

On behalf of our parish community, I extend heartfelt gratitude to each of you for your dedication and service to our liturgical celebrations. Your commitment to enhancing our worship experiences through music, altar serving, lectoring, Eucharistic ministers, hospitality ministers, and other ministries has truly enriched our spiritual journey.

Your selfless contributions, whether behind the scenes or front and center, play a vital role in fostering a welcoming and uplifting atmosphere for all who gather to pray. Your devotion and talent inspire us to deepen our connection with God and each other.

As we continue to journey together in faith, may your service be a source of joy and fulfillment, knowing that you are instrumental in nurturing our communal worship life. Thank you for sharing your gifts and passion with us. May God bless you abundantly for your generosity and faithfulness.

May it help you to grow closer to Jesus and to the people of our community.

With gratitude and blessings,

--- Fr. Augustine Joseph

The Week Ahead

Thursday, May 2:
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Chapel/Livestream)
- WINGS 9:30 a.m. (Hall)
- Faith Formation (K-5th Grade) 3:30 p.m. (Hall)
- RCIA 5:30 p.m. (Oscar)
- Family Rosary 7:00 p.m. (Chapel)
- Scout Troop Meeting 7:00 p.m. (Pope)
Friday, May 3:
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Chapel/Livestream)
- Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament 5:00 p.m. (Church)
Saturday, May 4:
- Children's First Eucharist Mass 10:00 a.m. (Church)
- First Eucharist Reception 11:30 a.m. (Hall)
- Reconciliation 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. (Church)
- Vigil Mass 5:00 p.m. (Church)
Sunday, May 5: Sixth Sunday of Easter
- Mass 7:30 a.m. (Church)
- Mass 9:30 a.m. (with CLW) 9:30 a.m. (Church/Livestream)
- Pre-School/Tiny Treasures 9:30 a.m. (Dominic)
- Youth Confirmation Year #1 Class 10:00 a.m. (Pope)
- Mass 11:30 a.m. (Church)
Monday, May 6:
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Chapel/Livestream)
- Christian Meditation 5:30 p.m. (Ignatius)
- HS Youth Ministry 7:00 p.m. (Hall)
Tuesday, May 7:
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Chapel/Livestream)
- Faith Formation (1st-5th Grade) 6:15 p.m. (Hall)
- VBS 2024 Fundraiser - First Street Alehouse 11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 8:
- Mass 8:30 a.m. (Chapel/Livestream)
- Faith Formation (K-5th Grade) 4:00 p.m. (Hall)
- Children's Choir Practice 5:30 p.m. (Pope)
- Adult Choir Rehearsal 7:00 p.m. (Pope)
- Middle School Youth Ministry (MSYM) 7:00 p.m. (Hall)