CHARISM: A gift given for the good of others. We often speak of charism when referring to the important work and legacy of the religious. The Sisters of the Holy Family are “gleaners,” pushing out the boundaries of the world to reach those most abandoned.
Each year, through its annual spring grant cycle, the Catholic Community Foundation grants financial support to various Catholic ministries throughout the Valley. We are pleased to announce that this year’s cycle has now closed and grants have been awarded.A total of $242,400 was granted, including a $25,000 matching grant from John M. Sobrato. Of the …
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By Mary Quilici Aumack In March of 2012, I wrote an article about the Mass of Dedication at Our Lady of Refuge. I knew even then that this would be a very special parish. At that time, I thought, “What is more worth celebrating than a new Parish, signified by an overflowing church?”
By Mary Quilici Aumack The gift of vocations in my life… Recently I have attended two celebrations for a quarter of a century of ordained ministry. One was for my good friend Father Jon Pedigo, and the other for my pastor Father Rick Rodoni, whom I first met when I was 7. I sadly missed …
By Anne LeClair Each quarter, pastors from around the Diocese gather with the Catholic Community Foundation to discuss their shared vision for Catholic parishes, schools, and institutions throughout Santa Clara County.
I once read that the greatest gift one generation can give the next is hope. For a Good Friday talk that I gave at the Cathedral Basilica, I focused on four gifts from the Cross: Compassion, Mercy, Peace and Hope. In planning the piece on Hope, I consulted my friend Monsignor Browne. Here’s what he …
For many of us, our 2015 tax returns are complete and we do not want to think about the IRS for months to come. However, keeping a charitable mind in 2016 may make next year’s tax appointment more pleasant and can be a great benefit to your parish, school or charity of choice. Here are …
Father Greg Kimm has spent the past 11 years as the pastor of Saint Joseph of Cupertino Parish. Prior to becoming pastor, he also served as parochial vicar for six years and as deacon for one. To say that he cherishes his parish community would be an understatement. Saint Joseph of Cupertino is more than …
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