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2ND ANNUAL DIOCESAN YOUNG ADULT RETREAT: April 19-21, 2002 ALL FILLED-UP!!!
Dominican Sisters Mother House: 43326 Mission Blvd., Fremont
All singles and couples in their 20's and 30's are invited to a special Young Adult Easter Season Retreat. This year's retreat theme will be "Relationships: God as Foundation in the Young Adult Life." In our busy lives, how do we find meaningful relationships: with significant others, with friends, with ourselves, and with God? How can we truly build our relationships on the foundation of God's love, hope and compassion?
A cost of $85.00 includes all meals and accommodations from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon. Spaces are VERY LIMITED. Please register by sending an e-mail to [email protected], and sending a check to:
Eunice Park,
Diocese or Oakland, Department of Youth and Young Adult Ministry,
3014 Lakeshore Avenue,
Oakland, CA 94610.
For more information contact Eunice Park, (Coordinator of Young Adult Ministry for the Diocese of Oakland) at 510-628-2184 or [email protected]
WORLD YOUTH DAY:
The Diocese of Oakland invites young adults in their 20s and 30s for a pilgrimage to World Youth Day in Toronto, Canada, July 23 - 28, 2002. The Diocesan pilgrimage will begin on July 17, 2002 and include travel to host families prior to WYD, returning to San Francisco on July 29, 2002.
For more information, contact Evelyn Gonz�lez or Grace House in the Department for Youth and Young Adults at
(510) 628-2188 or (510) 287-3513. You can also email at: [email protected].
July 16-29 or July 22-29, 2002
World Youth Day Pilgrimage in Toronto, CANADA. UPDATED INFORMATION... Only $1000
NOW... Deadline extended! World Youth Day Pilgrimage in Toronto, CANADA. The International Catholic Gathering for young adults. The intended audience for WYD is late teens, 20s and 30s. All parish ministers, parents and young adults are invited to learn more about this exciting opportunity to journey together as an Archdiocese and join over a million Catholic young adults from around the world with the Pope. We are offering two trips to WYD 2002 in Toronto, Canada: July 16 - July 29 (14 days) for $1475 (double occ.) and $1000 (quad. occ.) and July 22 - July 29 (8 days) for $1400 (double occ.) and $1000 (quad. occ.). Cost includes airfare, hotels, most meals, trip insurance, and bus transportation. The 14 day trip includes the "Days in the Diocese" program when young adults stay with Canadian host families near Ottawa. Space is limited - Sign-Up NOW! Please contact Sr. Christine Wilcox, 415-614-5594, [email protected] should you have any questions or would like an information packet sent to you.
Death Penalty Moratorium Signature Gathering!
Between now and May 1, parishes are encouraged to join in this effort supported by the California Catholic Conference and Oakland's Social Justice and Respect Life Ministries. Contact Monika at [email protected] or Mary Doyle at [email protected]. More information at www.californiamoratorium.org. Thank you for your efforts in this necessary step toward fulfilling Pope John Paul II's plea for an end to the death penalty.
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY CERTIFICATION
June 8-9, August 23-25 and November 22-24
Principles and Practices Young Adult Ministry Certification from Center for Ministry Development by Joan Weber. This national certification process covering 4 weekends throughout 2002 (the other two dates TBA) is intended for all priests, religious, parish staff and young adults interested in furthering their education and knowledge of working with and for young adults. Contact Evelyn Gonzales, 510-628-2188, [email protected] for more information.
Saturday, October 19: Fall Fest 2002
A time for young adult Catholics to come together, at University of San Francisco. This day long conference gathers over 300 Bay Area singles and couples in their 20s and 30s for a keynote, 3 workshops, Liturgy and dinner and dance. Please contact Mary Jansen if you would like to volunteer, 415-614-5596, [email protected].
October 27-November 3, 2002
Join the Catholic Alumni Club of the San Francisco Bay Area for a 7-Night Mexico Riviera Cruise. Departing from Los Angeles on Sunday, October 27 at 4pm and sailing to Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan and Cabo San Lucas with the Carnival Cruise Line's Elation returning to Los Angeles at 9am the following Sunday. Inside cabins begin at $510 per person based on double occupancy. Contact Gloria Lane, 650-583-5515, [email protected].
OTHER EVENTS
Sat, Apr 13 Tenderloin Children's Center Library Project at the
Tenderloin Center at 570 Ellis @ Leavenworth and Hyde from 10am to 1pm.
The center has received 500 books and needs help categorizing them by
level and subject. Elementary School Teachers NEEDED! Contact Marie
Borges, [email protected], 415-242-4130
Sat, Apr 13 Young Adult Mass with Bishop PJ McGrath with Diocese of
San Jose young adults at Santa Clara University in the Mission Santa
Clara Church at 500 El Camino Real at 7pm. Praise and Worship Concert
will follow the mass. All young adults in their 20s and 30s and their
families and friends are invited. Contact Nelson Gonzales,
408-983-0135, [email protected].
Sat, Apr 13 Volunteer training for Maitri, a fifteen room
residential care facility for people living with AIDS, is looking for
volunteers to provide emotional, practical and spiritual support to
residents. Contact Sara Lesser, 415-558-3004.
Saturday, 4/13 � "Finding God in the Rat Race." A day of
recollection facilitated by Fr. Jerry McCourt, S.J. From 9:30am to
4pm. $40 per person/advance registration or $45 at the door. At El
Retiro San I�igo Jesuit Retreat House in Los Altos. For more
info,
contact El Retiro at 650-948-4491 or [email protected], or
register online at www.elretiro.org.
Sat, Apr 13 Late Night Catechism Play at St. Gregory's Parish in San
Mateo. The professional production is coming LIVE to St. Gregory's for
only $25 at 8pm in the Vanos Gym. Contact Bonnie,
[email protected], 650-345-8506.
Sun, April 14 from 1:30pm to 4:30pm
St. Lawrence O'Toole Rectory Meeting Room
Men and women exploring life choices are invited to Come to learn
from the life experiences of diocesan priests and women and men
religious, come to explore helps in discerning life choices.
Call your RSVP to the Oakland Vocations Office 510-267-8356.
Sun, Apr 14 Volunteer training for Maitri, a fifteen room
residential care facility for people living with AIDS, is looking for
volunteers to provide emotional, practical and spiritual support to
residents. Contact Sara Lesser, 415-558-3004.
Mon, Apr 15 Fr. Bernie Bush will address the sexual abuse scandal at
St. Dominic's Parish Hall at 7:30pm. Sponsored by the St. Dominic
young adults, Fr. Bush has been a child advocate for 15 years, has a
Ph.D. in both Psychology and Theology, and is a
consultant to the Archdiocese of San Francisco in the area of Child
Abuse and Sexual Misconduct. This is a great opportunity
for us to learn, ask questions, and discuss positive changes.
Tue, Apr 16 Service in Catholic Theology at the Stanford young
adults meeting at 7pm. Contact Michael Perez,
[email protected].
Wed, Apr 17 Young Adult Mass with St. Vincent de Paul young adults
on Green and Steiner Streets at 7:30pm in the church. Contact
[email protected].
Sat, Apr 18 Volunteer training for Maitri, a fifteen room
residential care facility for people living with AIDS, is looking for
volunteers to provide emotional, practical and spiritual support to
residents. Contact Sara Lesser, 415-558-3004.
Fri, Apr 19 The Priority of Lay Leadership in Silicon Valley by
Bishop Patrick J. McGrath at Stanford young adults at 7:30pm in the
Memorial Church side chapel at 7pm. Contact Kim Warren,
[email protected].
Fri, Apr 19 - Film Series. Views Through a Catholic Lens. Many
great films and filmmakers have been shaped by their `Catholic
imagination.' Join us as we look at films reflecting sacramental
themes in everyday life, and see how both blockbusters and art films
can help us to imagine our faith through a different lens. All
interested "cinemaphiles" are welcome, as we watch movies each month,
with discussion to follow. This month our theme is "anointing of
the
sick." At the St. Agnes Spiritual Life Center at 7pm. For more
info
contact the SLC at http://stagnesslc.org or Chad Evans at 415-487-
8560x226 or [email protected].
Sat, Apr 20 Field Trip to the Missions with St. Agnes Spiritual Life
Center from 9am to 5pm from Mission Dolores in San Francisco to San
Francisco Solono in Sonoma. Contact Chad Evans, 415-487-8560.
Sat, Apr 20 Romantic Swing Gala honoring Marie & Jack Fitzpatrick.
Proceeds benefit Catholic Charities children's programs including
Richmond Hills Family Center, Rita da Cascia, Guerrero House and St.
Joseph's Village. Contact Little Children's Aid Junior Auxiliary,
415-592-9243, [email protected].
Apr 19 & 20 Called and Gifted Workshop at St. Dominic in the parish
hall for Friday evening and Saturday day. This is a special program
that teaches Catholic how to discover their unique spiritual God-given
gifts. FREE - donations accepted. Contact the parish office at
415-567-7824.
Apr 19-21 Fuel for Life: Discovering the Hidden Power of Your
Spirituality at the Stanford young adult retreat at El Retiro Retreat
Center in Los Altos. $140. Contact Neville Bonwit,
[email protected].
Apr 19-21 FULL - Please Sign Up Early Next Year! 2nd Annual
Oakland Diocesan Young Adult Retreat at the Dominican Sisters of Mission
San Jose Mother House in Fremont. All Bay Area singles and couples in
their 20's and 30's are invited to "Relationships: God as Foundation in
the Young Adult Life." Contact Eunice Park, 510-628-2184,
[email protected].
Apr 19-21 Soul 2 Soul III, "Women in Science, Technology and
Religion" sponsored by the Center for Women and Religion at the Mudd
Building at Pacific School of Religion at the Graduate Theological Union
in Berkeley. Contact [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>, 510-649-2490.
Sat, Apr 20 St. Joseph Village Hike. From Tennessee Valley hike to
the beach with the children of St. Joseph's Village Family Shelter.
Meet at SJV at 10am (see on-going volunteer programs for more details).
Bring a daypack and water. Contact Annie Petrides,
[email protected]. Sponsored by St. Dominic young
adults.
Sat, Apr 20 Celebrate Life Conference at the UC Berkeley Campus for
college and high school pro-life groups from 9:15am to 3:30pm. Speakers
include Serrin Foster from Feminists for Life and Mike Krempasky from
Leadership Institute. $10. Contact
www.stanford.edu/group/ssfl/hs_conf.html, [email protected],
[email protected].
Mon, Apr 22 Is Catholic Sexuality an Oxymoron? with moral theologian
Rev. Dick Sparks from Holy Spirit Parish in Berkeley at St. Vincent de
Paul young adults at 7:30pm in the parish hall. Contact Thomas,
[email protected].
Tue, Apr 23 Natural Family Planning Introductory Workshop at St.
Dominic church in the School Library at 7pm. $25 per couple. Contact
Tim Ferguson, [email protected], 415-567-7824.
Tue, Apr 23 Parting of the Ways: How Judaism & Christianity
Separated, a five (5) session dinner series featuring Ken Cohen,
President of the Lehrhaus Judaica's board of directors. Sponsored by
the American Jewish Committee at the Jewish Community Federation
Building at 121 Steuart Street at Mission and Howard in San Francisco at
6:30pm. Began Feb. 26, but if you are interested, they may have space.
Contact 415-777-3820, sanfranciscoajc.org, www.ajc.org.
Tue, Apr 23 Sts. Peter and Paul young adult bible study in the
parish center with Fr. Steve at 7:30pm. Contact
[email protected].
Apr 25-28 Imprisonment and Transformation: an Interfaith
Conference on Contemplative Prison Service at the Mercy Center in
Burlingame. Contact 650-340-7474, www.mercy-center.org.
Apr 26-28 Young Adult Retreat: Making God's Dream for You a
Reality with Ben Innes, OFM at the San Damiano Retreat Center in
Danville. Contact 925-837-9141.
Sat, Apr 27 Festival Juvenil Latinoamericano. Equipo Arquidiocesano
de Pastoral Juvenil. Catedral de Santa Maria (St. Mary's Cathedral in
San Francisco). Para todos los jovenes que no podran asistir a la
convocacion del Papa en la XVII Jornada Mundial de la Juventud en
Toronto, Canada Vengan, vivamos, compartamos. celebremos nuestra
juventud, nuestras luchas y nuestra fe. Para mas informacion Ilamar a
Cecilia Arias -Rivas al, 415-614-5573, Sergio Canjura, 415-334-9664,
[email protected].
Sat, Apr 27 Eucharistic and Lector Ministry Training Series from the
Archdiocesan School of Pastoral Leadership and Office of Worship at Our
Lady of Mercy Church, 1 Elmwood Dr. in Daly City from 9am to 4pm. Must
have pastor's recommendation and attend both sessions. $40. Contact
Joni Gallagher, 415-614-5564, [email protected].
Sat, Apr 27 Christmas in April with FIAT at St. Joseph's Mission in
Fremont. Help build and fix homes for the elderly or disabled. Contact
Cristina Clariza, [email protected], 510-684-3702 or Robin Yount,
[email protected].
Sun, Apr 28 Inquiry Day into Religious Life for single, Catholic
women ages 18-40 at the Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose in
Fremont. Contact Sr. Rebecca, 510-657-2468, [email protected].
Tue, Apr 30 4th Annual Catholic Lobby Day in Sacramento. The
California Catholic Conference (CCC) is hosting Catholics from all over
California who are interested in exercising their "faithful citizenship"
in their state's Capitol. This one-day event from 9am-4pm includes
information sessions, a rally at the Capitol, visits with legislators
and a mass celebrated at the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament.
Contact Melanie Piendak, 415-614-5570, [email protected].
Tue, Apr 30 Theology on Tap at Jillian's Sports Bar in the Metreon
(101 4th Street between Mission and Howard in San Francisco) at 7pm
(gathering) and 7:30pm (program). Being Young and Faithful by Sheila
Babby (Catholic young adult from St. Dominic) and Daniel Richards
(Episcopalian student from the Church Divinity School of the Pacific).
A five-week opportunity on Tuesday evenings from April 30 to May 28 to
join with other young adults in conversation about our common search.
Theology on Tap is a co-sponsorship with the Young Adult Ministries of
the Catholic Archdiocese of San Francisco and the Episcopal Diocese of
California. Free - donations accepted. Contact Mary Jansen,
415-614-5596, [email protected].
Fri, May 3 Taize Prayer at Mercy Center. Meet and carpool with the
Our Lady of Angels young adults in the OLA parking lot at 7pm.
Friday, 5/3 � Film Series. Views Through a Catholic Lens. Many
great films and filmmakers have been shaped by their `Catholic
imagination.' Join us as we look at films reflecting sacramental
themes in everyday life, and see how both blockbusters and art films
can help us to imagine our faith through a different lens. All
interested "cinemaphiles" are welcome, as we watch movies each month,
with discussion to follow. This month we will watch
"Malena." At
the St. Agnes Spiritual Life Center at 7pm. For more info contact
the SLC at http://stagnesslc.org or Chad Evans at 415-487-8560x226 or
[email protected].
Sat, May 4 Eucharistic and Lector Ministry Training Series from the
Archdiocesan School of Pastoral Leadership and Office of Worship at Our
Lady of Mercy Church, 1 Elmwood Dr. in Daly City from 9am to 4pm. Must
have pastor's recommendation and attend both sessions. $40. Contact
Joni Gallagher, 415-614-5564, [email protected].
Sat, May 4 A Kiss is Still a Kiss, Our Lady of Angels Annual Dinner
Dance Auction at the Westin Hotel in Millbrae at 7:30pm. $100, Black
Tie. Contact Steve, 650-579-7715, [email protected] by April 20.
Sun, May 5 The Church of the Future: A New Look at Morality with
Rev. Richard Sparks, CSP, a Pastor of Holy Spirit Parish in Berkeley
will present on "Crossing the Catholic Moral Minefield: Tiptoeing
Wisely" at Vallombrosa Center in Menlo Park at 2pm. Contact Sr. Rosina,
650-325-5614, [email protected].
Tue, May 7 Theology on Tap at Jillian's Sports Bar in the Metreon
(101 4th Street between Mission and Howard in San Francisco) at 7pm
(gathering) and 7:30pm (program). Soulfulness: Finding God in a Bar? by
The Very Rev. Alan Jones (Dean of Grace Cathedral). A five-week
opportunity on Tuesday evenings from April 30 to May 28 to join with
other young adults in conversation about our common search. Theology on
Tap is a co-sponsorship with the Young Adult Ministries of the Catholic
Archdiocese of San Francisco and the Episcopal Diocese of California.
Free - donations accepted. Contact Mary Jansen, 415-614-5596,
[email protected].
Thur, May 9 Called by Name, a day for anyone who is interested in
looking at the topic of being gay/lesbian and Catholic by Kevin Dincher
from 8am to 5pm at the Marianist Center in Cupertino. Contact
408-253-6279, www.marianistcenter.org.
Fri, May 10 Self-Care Day for Nurses: A Potpourri of Therapies with
Susan Ezra, RN, HNC & Terry Miller Reed, RN, MS, HNC at the San Damiano
Retreat Center in Danville from 9am to 4pm. Contact 925-837-9141.
May 10-12 "Feminine Landscapes," a retreat for Mothers and
Daughters facilitated by Suzanne and Christy Young at El Retiro Retreat
House in Los Altos. Contact 650-948-4491, [email protected]
<mailto:[email protected]>, www.elretiro.org.
Sat, May 11 Assembling bouquets of roses for shelter mom's at St.
Joseph's Village from 9:30am to 2pm for Mother's Day. Sponsored by
Little Children's Aid Junior Auxiliary. Contact [email protected].
May 11-12 Seeking Balance by the Sea: Finding God in Our Everyday
Lives retreat with St. Vincent de Paul young adults at the Marconi
Center in Point Reyes. Rev. Miles O'Brien Riley, a dynamic speaker,
will lead the discussion. Contact Christine Wang,
[email protected], 415-929-9013.
Mon, May 13 An Evening of Song and Spoken Word with Sister Rebecca
at St. Vincent de Paul young adults at 7:30pm in the parish hall.
Contact Thomas, [email protected].
Tue, May 14 Theology on Tap at Jillian's Sports Bar in the Metreon
(101 4th Street between Mission and Howard in San Francisco) at 7pm
(gathering) and 7:30pm (program). Tapping into the Sacred by Most Rev.
John C. Wester (Auxiliary Bishop of San Francisco). A five-week
opportunity on Tuesday evenings from April 30 to May 28 to join with
other young adults in conversation about our common search. Theology on
Tap is a co-sponsorship with the Young Adult Ministries of the Catholic
Archdiocese of San Francisco and the Episcopal Diocese of California.
Free - donations accepted. Contact Mary Jansen, 415-614-5596,
[email protected].
Sat, May 18 Diocese of Oakland Young Adult Mass at St. Joachim's
Parish (Hesperian near A Street) in Hayward at 8pm. A reception will
follow. Contact Eunice Park, [email protected].
Sun, May 19 Bay to Breakers Race in San Francisco from downtown to
Ocean Beach at 7am.
Tue, May 21 Theology on Tap at Jillian's Sports Bar in the Metreon
(101 4th Street between Mission and Howard in San Francisco) at 7pm
(gathering) and 7:30pm (program). The Funny Thing About God by Rev.
Brian Joyce (Pastor at Chirst the King Parish in Pleasant Hills). A
five-week opportunity on Tuesday evenings from April 30 to May 28 to
join with other young adults in conversation about our common search.
Theology on Tap is a co-sponsorship with the Young Adult Ministries of
the Catholic Archdiocese of San Francisco and the Episcopal Diocese of
California. Free - donations accepted. Contact Mary Jansen,
415-614-5596, [email protected].
Tue, May 21 Steve Marracini of St. Vincent de Paul Society will give
an overview of his work at the Sts. Peter and Paul young adult meeting.
Contact [email protected]
May 25-27 Rafting and camping trip with FIAT (the St. Joseph
Fremont young adults) on the Merced River near Yosemite. Contact Paul
Tamayo, [email protected], 510-713-7766.
Tue, May 28 Theology on Tap at Jillian's Sports Bar in the Metreon
(101 4th Street between Mission and Howard in San Francisco) at 7pm
(gathering) and 7:30pm (program). What Would Jesus Drink? by The Rev.
Dr. Bill Countryman (New Testament professor at CDSP in Berkeley). A
five-week opportunity on Tuesday evenings from April 30 to May 28 to
join with other young adults in conversation about our common search.
Theology on Tap is a co-sponsorship with the Young Adult Ministries of
the Catholic Archdiocese of San Francisco and the Episcopal Diocese of
California. Free - donations accepted. Contact Mary Jansen,
415-614-5596, [email protected].
May 31-June 2 Getting From Here to There, a retreat for Gay and
Lesbian Catholics by Fr. Thomas Weston, SJ at El Retiro House in Los
Altos. Contact 650-948-4491, [email protected], www.elretiro.org
Sat, June 1 Corpus Christi Eucharistic Conference at St. Isidore
Parish Center in Danville with Bishop John Cummins at 8:30am. Speakers
include Very Rev. Robert Christian, OP, Rosalind Moss and Rev. Steven
Duffin. Contact Ralph & Brigitte Desimone, 925-937-7492,
www.bodyofchrist.faithweb.com.
Mar 15-17: "Sat, Apr 13 "Finding God in the Rat Race," a day of recollection by
Fr. Jerry McCourt, SJ from 9:30am to 4pm at El Retiro Jesuit Retreat
House in Los Altos. Contact 650-948-4491, [email protected]
<mailto:[email protected]>.
Apr 19-21 "Lord, Teach Us to Pray As You Prayed," A Silent Retreat
for Men facilitated by Fr. Bernie Bush at El Retiro Jesuit Retreat House
in Los Altos. Contact 650-948-4491, [email protected]
<mailto:[email protected]>, www.elretiro.org.
Apr 19-21 The Dance of the Resurection: The Gospel Stories with
Megan McKenna at the San Damiano Retreat Center in Danville. Contact
925-837-9141.
Apr 26-28 "Time: A Spiritual Focus," a Silent Retreat for Men
facilitated by Fr. Robert McDevitt at El Retiro House in Los Altos.
Contact 650-948-4491, [email protected]
<mailto:[email protected]>, www.elretiro.org
<http://www.elretiro.org>.
Apr 26-28 Young Adult Retreat: Making God's Dream for You a
Reality with Ben Innes, OFM at the San Damiano Retreat Center in
Danville. Contact 925-837-9141.
May 3-5 "The Cup of Our Life," a Retreat for Women facilitated
by Judy Zolezzi and Fr. James Hanley, SJ at El Retiro House. Contact
650-948-4491, [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>,
www.elretiro.org <http://www.elretiro.org>.
May 3-5 Grief Retreat: Grief Observed with Carol Kaplan, MFT at
the San Damiano Retreat Center in Danville. Contact 925-837-9141.
Fri, May 10 Self-Care Day for Nurses: A Potpourri of Therapies with
Susan Ezra, RN, HNC & Terry Miller Reed, RN, MS, HNC at the San Damiano
Retreat Center in Danville from 9am to 4pm. Contact 925-837-9141.
May 10-11 Cultivating a Joyful and Grateful Heart, an overnight
retreat for women by storyteller Debra Ting at the Marianist Center in
Cupertino. Contact 408-253-6279, www.marianistcenter.org.
May 10-12 "Feminine Landscapes," a retreat for Mothers and
Daughters facilitated by Suzanne and Christy Young at El Retiro Retreat
House in Los Altos. Contact 650-948-4491, [email protected],
www.elretiro.org.
May 10-12 Eco-Spirituality Weekend "Opening the Global Heart" at
the Presentation Center in Los Gatos by Sr. Joanna Bramble, CSJ.
Contact 408-354-2346, www.prescenter.org <http://www.prescenter.org>.
May 17-19 "The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius," a Silent
Retreat on Prayer for Men and Women facilitated by Fr. Bernard Bush at
El Retiro House in Los Altos. Contact 650-948-4491, [email protected]
<mailto:[email protected]>, www.elretiro.org.
Sat, May 25 Retreat day for single parents by Carol Kaplan at
Vallombrosa Center in Menlo Park from 9:30am to 3:30pm. Contact
650-325-5614, www.vallombrosa.org.
May 31-June 2 Getting From Here to There, a retreat for Gay and
Lesbian Catholics by Fr. Thomas Weston, SJ at El Retiro House in Los
Altos. Contact 650-948-4491, [email protected], www.elretiro.org
May 31-June 2 ACDF Recovery Retreat: From Loneliness to Friendship
with Carol Mitchell, PhD and Paul Slakey, MA, MFT at the San Damiano
Retreat Center in Danville. Contact 925-837-9141.
June 7-9 "Come Holy Spirit of Healing," a healing retreat
facilitated by Linda Schubert and Fr. Bernard Bush at El Retiro House in
Los Altos. Contact 650-948-4491, [email protected],
www.elretiro.org.
June 7-9 Dream Workshop: Following Our NIght Dreams to
Deeper Awareness with Jeremy Taylor at the San Damiano Retreat Center in
Danville. Contact 925-837-9141.
June 22 Photography and Prayer I: Awakening to the Handprinted
of God by Carol Fowler at Vallombrosa Center in Menlo Park. Contact
650-325-5614, www.vallombrosa.org.
Jun 22-Jul 1: Summer Silent 8-day Retreat. Individually-directed
which generally follows the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius.
Facilitated by the spiritual directors at El Retiro Jesuit Retreat
House in Los Altos. For more info, contact El Retiro at (650) 948-
4491 or [email protected], or register online at
www.elretiro.org. *Also July 2-11and July 12-21.
June 24-29 Embracing the Heart of Nature: An Exploration of
Eco-Spirituality at the Mercy Center in Burlingame. Contact
www.mercy-center.org, 650-340-7474.
July 8-14 Women in Scripture tell their Stories at the
Presentation Center in Los Gatos by Sr. Patricia Bruno, OP. Contact
408-354-2346, www.prescenter.org.
July 26-28 Retreat on Women's Issues by Ursula Caspary-Frankel at
Vallombrosa Center in Menlo Park. Contact 650-325-5614,
www.vallombrosa.org.
June 28-30 Single Adults Retreat: Celebrating the Beauty of Self
through Relationship with Barry Brunsman, OFM and Michelle L'Allier, OSF
at the San Damiano Retreat Center in Danville. Contact 925-837-9141.
Aug 9-11 "Our Human Search for God," a Silent Retreat for Men at
El Retiro House in Los Altos. Contact 650-948-4491,
[email protected], www.elretiro.org.
Aug 24 Photography and Prayer II by Carol Fowler at Vallombrosa
Center in Menlo Park. Contact 650-325-5614, www.vallombrosa.org.
Sept 14 A Retreat Day for Siblings by Carol Kaplan at
Vallombrosa Center in Menlo Park. Contact 650-325-5614,
www.vallombrosa.org.
Oct 4-6 Grief and Healing Retreat by Barbara Elordi at
Vallombrosa Center in Menlo Park. Contact 650-325-5614,
www.vallombrosa.org.
Thur, Oct 10 An Evening with Fr. Ron Rolheiser, author of The Holy
Longing at Vallombrosa Center in Menlo Park. Contact 650-325-5614,
www.vallombrosa.org.
Nov 11-13 Sacred Circles: Spiraling into the Spirit. Come explore
the divine energy within and all around us through dance, poetry and
chanting at The Bishop's Ranch in Healdsburg. Contact 707-433-2440.
Sick
Project Open Hand: providing vital nourishment to people living with HIV/AIDS, Seniors, and homebound people living with serious illness. Volunteers needed to shop for, prepare, deliver and serve meals.
Contact 415-447-2300, www.openhand.org, [email protected].
Spiritual Care Services/Sequoia Hospital: Volunteers needed to provide prayer, Eucharist and comfort to hospital patients. Contact Johanna Fogl, 650-261-0719, [email protected].
Visiting Senior Citizens
"The Heritage" Retirement Community: Every Wednesday from 6:15pm to 7:15pm at 3400 Laguna Street at Bay (alternate entrance at 1550 Francisco St.), 415-567-6900. Contact Laura David, 415-922-3556.
Sponsored by St. Vincent de Paul YAG.
Little Brothers - Friends of the Elderly: Many one-time and ongoing volunteer opportunities to provide companionship, advocacy and outreach to isolated elders in San Francisco. Contact Lori Guidos, 415-771-7957,
[email protected].
Helping the Homeless
Fresh Fruit Program: Every Saturday at 8am. Meet in the St. Vincent de Paul parking lot on Green at Steiner Sts. to sort and deliver fruit to homeless shelters in the city. Deliveries are usually completed no later
than 9:30am, after which you might meet for breakfast. Contact Martha Johnson, 415-440-4751, [email protected].
Adult Enrichment Workshops at St. Joseph's Village. Work with the parents at St. Joseph's Village, a homeless shelter for families. Volunteers needed on a one-time or on-going basis to help coordinate and
deliver small interactive workshops on a variety of topics: arts and crafts, health and fitness, life skills, job skills, music, dance, etc. Any and all ideas are welcome to help make a small, but positive impact on someone else. Contact Joe Bernabe, 415-564-5198, [email protected].
Helping Kids
K-8 St. Dominic's School Tutoring. Wednesday mornings from 7:15-8:15am in the school library at Pine and Steiner. Contact Kathleen Reilly, 415-387-5692.
Tenderloin Children's Reading Program. Every Tuesday from 5:30pm to 7pm at 570 Ellis St. between Hyde and Leavenworth. Contact Marie Borges, [email protected], 415-401-0925 or Delly Tamer, [email protected], 415-775-7727. Sponsored by St. Vincent de Paul YAG.
St. Joseph's Village Homeless Shelter for Families: Bi-monthly Saturdays from 10am to 2pm. Meet at St. Joseph's at 220-10th Street between Howard and Folsom. Organized fun with the kids and running their computer lab.
Annie Petrides, [email protected], 415-440-3598 or Susan Guevara, [email protected] , 415-584-5587. Sponsored by St. Dominic YAG.
Prison Ministry
Letter Writing Campaign
In conjunction with the Archdiocese, Br. Mark from St. Dominic Parish is coordinating a letter writing program to death row inmates at San Quentin. Contact Br. Mark at [email protected].
Juvenile Prison Ministry
Working with young people ages 12-18 at the Sunday Catholic Communion Services at two juvenile facilities in San Mateo. Volunteers opportunities as lectors, preachers, Eucharistic Ministers, pastoral counselors and faith sharing. Contact Ricardo, [email protected], 415-564-5198.
Taize/Meditative Prayer
* Taize at the Chapel - Main Post Chapel at 130 Fisher Loop in the Presidio of San Francisco. Every first Saturday at 8:30pm. Contact Delia Molloy at 415-563-4280.
* Mercy Center Taize Pray - 2300 Adeline Dr. in Burlingame. Every first Friday at 7:30pm. Contact 650-340-7474.
* Lectio Divina, Centering Prayer - St. Agnes Spiritual Life Center in San Francisco. Wednesdays at 7:30pm. Chad Evans, 415-487-8560 ext. 226, [email protected].
* Christian Meditation - St. Catherine of Siena on Monday nights (except holidays) in the back crying room. Connect with God in the silence of centering prayer. All levels welcome. Contact Alan Leclerc, [email protected], 650-344-6161, www.wccm.org.
* Vallombrosa Center - 250 Oak Grove Ave. in Menlo Park. Every third Thursday. Contact 650-325-5614, www.vallombrosa.org.
Spiritual Direction
* St. Agnes Spiritual Life Center. Hours: TWTH 12-7pm; F 12-5pm; S 12-4pm. Chad Evans, 415-487-8560 ext. 226, [email protected].
* Jesuit Retreat House, 650-948-4491
* Mercy Center, 650-340-7474
* Santa Clara University, 408-554-4372
Project Rachel - for healing after abortion.
Project Rachel is a Catholic program to help both women and men who have struggled with the emotional or spiritual pain of an abortion. The Archdiocese of San Francisco has a program through the Respect Life
Office, 415-614-5572. Rachel's Vineyard Retreats are held throughout the year in many states. The retreat is a very specific process designed to help you experience the mercy and compassion of God. There are many rituals and exercises to help you grieve the loss of your unborn child and to receive and accept God's forgiveness. For more information and retreat dates call 877-HOPE-4-ME, visit their website at www.rachelsvineyard.org or write:
Rachel's Vineyard Ministries, PO Box 195, Bridgeport, PA 19405-0195.
Young Adult Bible Studies
* Bible Study at Sts. Peter & Paul Church at 7:30pm in the Parish Center on every 4th Tuesday usually with Fr. Steve. Contact Valentina Simi, [email protected]
* Scripture Study in six and four week sessions at the St. Agnes Spiritual Life Center. Contact Chad Evans, 415-487-8560 ext. 226 for specific dates and times for future six and four week sessions.
* Lectionary reading study, fellowship and lunch for the coming Sunday on Wednesdays from 12noon to 2pm at St. Agnes Spiritual Life Center.
* Bible Studies sponsored by St. Joseph Young Adults of Fremont. Various locations and times. Contact Sr. Michelle L'Allier, [email protected]
* "Exploring the Sunday Readings" weekly Scripture Study at St. Angela's Parish in Pacific Grove every Thursday at 7pm. Contact Greg Baker, 831-646-1172, [email protected].
* Small Faith Sharing Community begins in the Rock House at St. Pius in Redwood City everyother Thursday at 7:30pm . Small Christian Community is a face-to-face gathering of six to twelve people who invest time with one another for the common purpose of applying Gospel values to every day aspects of their lives. Contact Wayne MacMartin, [email protected].
SPORTS
* Synergy Yoga at St. Agnes on Mondays and Wednesdays, 7:30-9pm in the Lower Hall Gym. $5 per class. Contact Chad Evans, 415-487-8560 ext. 226.
* Soccer at Burlingame High School track field on Sundays at 12:30/1pm. Organized by St. Catherine of Siena young adults. All levels welcome. Whoever shows up, plays! Contact Richard Jack, 650-347-4147, [email protected].
Vocations
Have you ever thought about being a priest, a religious sister, or a religious brother? For more information check out the following websites: www.vocations.com (Vocation Information and Discernment Links), www.hometown.aol.com/craigfsf/ (Archdiocese of San Francisco Vocation Office).
Divorced Catholics Support Groups
* New Tomorrow at St. Stephen Parish Center, 451 Eucalyptus in San Francisco, first and third Wednesdays at 7:30pm. Contact Theresa Lopez, 415-666-0876 or Fr. Al Groskopf, 415-422-6698.
* New Wings at St. Thomas More, Scanlan Hall, 1300 Junipero Serra at Brotherhood Way in San Francisco, third Thursdays at 7:30pm. Contact Alan Fisk, 415-584-2861 or Fr. Jerome Foley, 415-452-9634.
* High Hopes at St. Mark Parish Center, 325 Marine View Ave. in Belmont, second and fourth Thursdays at 7:30pm. Contact Jackie Knudson, 650-593-1544 or Jeanne D'Arcy, 650-592-2164.