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Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, May 4th
The St. Bernard Pancake Breakfast prepared by the Knights of Columbus will be held on Sunday, May 4th in St. Bernard Parish Hall. Breakfast is served 8:30 am till 12. The menu includes pancakes, ham, sausage, scrambled eggs and all the usual wonderful trimmings! Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children under 12 and $25 for a family of 5 or more. The proceeds will go to the St. Bernard Parish Building Fund.
The April Pancake Breakfast at St. Bernard, put on by the Knights of Columbus, made $427 for Parish Building and Maintenance. Thank you for your generous support and patronage. And thank you to the members who made it happen.Consider joining this group of catholic gentlemen who joyfully work for Christ and community.
Fr. Bernard’s Easter Message
Dear Parishioners
Last month I visited Goa, India, to commemorate my mom’s third death anniversary. Traditionally the graves are the property of the parish and are not privately owned. Every third year the remains are exhumed, and the parish recycles the grave for the newly deceased. After the third year of the burial, you can either purchase a niche carved out into the wall of the cemetery and save the remains into it or reverently place the remains in the central well of the cemetery. As we were in the process of doing this ritual, I was struck with the same theological question “What happens to the body after our death?” Without an iota of doubt the truth of the RESURRECTION comes alive as an answer.
We are at the threshold of the Glorious Easter season. We are filled with joy and gratitude because Resurrection is the foundation of our faith. The risen Lord mainfests God’s power over death and gives us hope for eternal life. The resurrection of Jesus is an irrefutable proof that was attested to by so many eyewitnesses, and many have died for this truth of faith.
In the Catholic Church, Jubilee years are traditionally observed every 25th year. Now in 2025, the theme of this Jubilee year is “Pilgrims of Hope”. This theme encourages us to hope in the promise of Christ as we walk the pilgrimage of life. In John 11:25 Jesus says, “I am the resurrection and the life, whoever believes in me, even if he dies, will live.” Every Easter Jesus challenges us with these words which were spoken to Martha after the death of Lazarus and calls on us to be pilgims of hope of our own Resurrection.
May the Risen Lord bless you and your family and may you be “pilgrims of Hope.”
On Behalf of Fr. Eliseo, Deacons Dance and Craig, I wish you a Happy Easter.
Fr. Bernard
First Holy Communion and Confirmation Class News
First Holy Communion will be May 4, 2025. Reconciliation, for children only, will be on April 30th at 6pm at Sacred Heart Church.
El 1 de mayo de 2025 habrá una reunión de padres para los padres cuyos hijos serán confirmados. La reunión se llevará a cabo en el salón de la iglesia del Sagrado Corazón a las 6 p.m.
Thank you. Maria Romo, DRE
Eureka Summer Mission Trip
Betty Chinn’s Eureka Mission Trip – July 13-18
29th Annual Little Flowers Summer Camp – July 14-18
St. Catherine Creative Art Conference – July 30-Aug. 1
Liturgy Schedule
Sacred Heart – St. Bernard – St. Joseph Parishes
April 25
Friday
12:15 pm – Mass @St. Bernard Church
April 26
Saturday
4:00 pm – Mass @ St. Joseph Church
April 27
Sunday
7:30 am – Mass @ St. Joseph Church
9:00 am – Mass in English @ Sacred Heart
10:30 am – Mass @ St. Bernard
12:15 pm – Mass in Spanish @ Sacred Heart
April 28
Monday
12:15 pm – Mass @ St. Bernard Church
5:30 pm – Memorial Mass for Pope Francis at St. Bernard (English)
April 29
Tuesday
7:30 am – Mass @ St. Joseph
April 30
Wednesday
12:15 pm – Mass @ St. Bernard Church followed by Adoration & Confessions
6:00 pm – Adoration & Confessions @ Sacred Heart Church
7:00 pm – Spanish language Memorial Mass for Pope Francis @ Sacred Heart Church
May 1
Thursday
7:30 am – Mass @ St. Joseph Church
11:30 am – Mass @ St. Joseph Hospital Chapel
May 2
Friday
12:15 pm – Mass @St. Bernard Church
May 3
Saturday
4:00 pm – Mass @ St. Joseph Church
May 4
Sunday
7:30 am Mass @ St. Joseph Church
9:00 am – Mass in English @ Sacred Heart Church
10:30 am – Mass @ St. Bernard Church
12:15 pm – Mass in Spanish @ Sacred Heart Church
Catholic News
We have created links to the best Catholic news sites so that you can keep current in the latest national and international Catholic news.
America: The Jesuit Review
Our flagship magazine is the leading Catholic journal of opinion in the United States. First published in 1909, America magazine is known across the Catholic world for its unique brand of opinion and analysis. From theology and spirituality to politics, international relations, arts and letters, and the economy and social justice, America’s coverage spans the globe. We tell the stories that matter most to the church and the world. Our award-winning website is americamagazine.org.
Catholic News Service
Catholic News Service has a rich history of journalistic professionalism and is a leader in the world of Catholic and religious media. With headquarters in Washington, offices in New York and Rome, and correspondents around the world, CNS provides the most comprehensive coverage of the church today.
And in the digital age, CNS is showing a new audience the accuracy that has always been its hallmark with its video journalism and documentary production.
Vatican News
Vatican News is the news portal of the Holy See. Surpassing the concept of being a simple digital platform, Vatican News seeks to respond and, in a certain sense, to anticipate the continual changes taking place in communication, with the objective of “communicating the Gospel of mercy to all people” in various cultures. It communicates and interacts through audio, video, text and images on a multi-lingual, multi-culture, multi-channel, multi-media and multi-device plain.
Catholic News Videos
Why is the Pope wearing red in his coffin? Is it new that he’s being buried outside the Vatican?
The Pope Video
In his prayer intention for the month of March, Pope Francis invites us to pray for families in crisis, and to reflect on the importance of forgiveness: “Forgiveness means giving another chance. God does this with us all the time.”
In this video, produced by the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network, the Pope tells us that “each person” in the family “is unique,” but that “differences can also cause conflict.” He adds that to heal wounds, forgiveness is key, “even when there’s no possibility of the ‘happy ending’ we’d like.”
Through this intention, let’s together pray that broken families might experience the healing of their wounds through forgiveness, rediscovering each other’s gifts even in their differences.
“We all dream about a beautiful, perfect family. But there’s no such thing as a perfect family.
Every family has its own problems, as well as its tremendous joys. Every member of the family is important because each member is different than the others, each person is unique. But these differences can also cause conflict and painful wounds.
And the best medicine to heal the pain of a wounded family is forgiveness. Forgiveness means giving another chance. God does this with us all the time. God’s patience is infinite. He forgives us, lifts us up, gives us a new start.
Forgiveness always renews the family, making it look forward with hope.
Even when there’s no possibility of the “happy ending” we’d like, God’s grace gives us the strength to forgive, and it brings peace, because it frees us from sadness, and, above all, from resentment.
Let us pray that broken families might discover the cure for their wounds through forgiveness, rediscovering each other’s gifts, even in their differences.”
By the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network (Apostolate of Prayer and the Eucharistic Youth Movement): https://www.popesprayer.va
The Pope Video: https://www.thepopevideo.org/ In collaboration with Vatican Media: http://www.vaticannews.va
Jubilee in 2 Minutes
Introducing Radiate Love
Humble Pie
In His divine wisdom, God invites couples to deepen their roots,
prune the dead branches, and grow through any rocky ground to
produce the best fruit. Mutual vulnerability and respect amid
differences are the keys to a more profound and enduring love.
When the moment arrives to humbly give and receive forgiveness,
the Holy Spirit pours out grace on our will so we can grow in
holiness and love. Learn more and share the Good News about
marriage and family life at: www.radiatelove.info
RCIA: An Invitation to Satisfy Our Deepest Longing
The human heart seems ultimately to manifest itself in the desire to be loved and to love in return. Until then, as St. Augustine said, our hearts are restless until they rest in God who is Love. As Catholic Christians, we are privileged to share God’s love through Mass, the Sacraments and how we live our life.
Do you know someone thirsting for God? Do you know someone not baptized or baptized in a different Christian tradition thirsting to know what it means to be Catholic? Do you know someone already Catholic but who has not yet received the Eucharist or been confirmed? They may be thirsting, too.The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is a place to ask questions and seek understanding. Weekly “no strings” inquiry gatherings will be held at 7 pm on Tuesday evenings beginning in September. We would love for you to invite/accompany anyone you know whose heart is restless for the God who loves them.
For more information, please contact Liz McGee (707-599-6138) or contact the rectory office. stbshrcia25@gmail.com.
Diocesan Marriage Preparation on the Web
For something so integral and important to a person’s flourishing and happiness and the health of our society marriage is generally given little attention in the world, but the Catholic Church has consistently led the way in educating and supporting couples, preparing them for this magnicent vocation with Christ as its center. Considering Marriage? Check out the diocesan website: https://srdiocese.org/marriage-preparation
Santa Rosa Diocese Marriage Preparation
Scam alert!
Recently, some parishioners have reported receiving requests for gift cards from Fr. Bernard or Fr. Rowell or Bishop Vasa. This type of thing is always a scam. Priests would not request gift cards from parishioners, let alone indirectly through email.They would ask directly for volunteer work. Always disregard this type of indirect request, especially for money or gift cards from priests as being a scam.
Visit Our Facebook Page For Your Daily Jolt
We encourage you to check in on our every day to see the latest news and to check back each day for a little piece of inspiration as well as a small spiritual challenge. Many parishioners have been attracted to the idea of carving out a moment of spiritual contemplation, and coupling it with a meaningful — and very doable — action. Each day the Daily Jolt will offer a brief daily insight/inspiration and will also contain a “microChallenge” asking readers to take that moment of mindfulness and turn it into some small, immediate form of action in their lives. Our spiritual journeys are all unique and incredibly personal, but that doesn’t mean we don’t need a little Jolt from time to time to keep the journey moving forward. Don’t worry, this isn’t a test! There are no wrong answers here, our spiritual journeys are all unique and incredibly personal, but that doesn’t mean we don’t need a little Jolt from time to time to keep the journey moving forward. We hope that Busted Halo’s® Daily Jolt can be that sort of reminder for you on your own journey. So visit us everyday to get your Daily Jolt. Check it out on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/sacredhearteureka
We Have A Prayer Team
If you have a special need of any sort, we have a prayer team who will pray on your behalf. Let us pray with you, and for you. Surround yourself with prayer.
Call our prayer line leader Toni 24/7 at (707) 445-361six
Rosary Group on Tuesdays
The Sacred Heart Rosary group invites you to join them on Tuesdays at 11:30 at Sacred Heart Church in the chapel. We look forward seeing you there.
The Best Devotional Apps You NEED on Your Phone
It’s no secret that spiritual reflections and prayer meditation guides have been around for eons and aren’t going anywhere. But, for those searching for a more structured prayer guide and the accountability that comes with it, devotional apps are the way to go.
We’ve done a test drive of some of the latest (and greatest!) devotional apps on the market today. Check out why these made the cut and consider downloading one or two to jumpstart your spiritual life this advent season.
Natural Family Planning Class Information
Natural Family Planning classes teach a highly effective scientific method involving charting the individual body’s own system for the purpose of determing fertile and infertile times. Not only is it highly effective and natural but couples report that the method brings them closer together as it requires the loving cooperation of the couple. Many couples trying to conceive have found it most helpful as well as those wishing to hold off on conception. Natural family planning (NFP) can now be learned: self-paced, live online, or onsite. Cost is $150 and taught either in Spanish or English. You may take a class the traditional way in person with the teaching couples and other student couples, online, in a virtual classroom (some gadgets required.) or self-paced classes offered online. Spaced a week apart you and your spouse or fiance attend three classes at your own pace,one week apart. Please go to the Couple to Couple League website to compare classes, find classes near you or to register https://ccli.org/
No Cost Limited Obstetrical Ultrasounds
J. Rophe Medical provides no-cost limited obstetrical ultrasounds to patients between 7-16 weeks pregnant in a confidential and professional setting, where each client is treated holistically with the utmost care and respect. Other services they provide include pregnancy testing, access to ultrasounds for women in outlying areas via the Mobile Medical Unit, Jenny Grace, prenatal vitamins, referrals to medical and social services, and past abortion recovery help. All services are free. Open from 10 to 4 Mon–Thurs, Call 707-444-0423 for an appointment.
Red Bird Ministries – At the Service of Bereaved Familie
Red Bird Ministries is a Catholic, pro-life/pro-family grief support ministry that focuses on bereaved families who have experienced child loss of any age and circumstance, including pregnancy loss through miscarriage and stillbirth, and after birth as an infant, child, adolescent, or adult. While we operate as Catholics our ministry serves anyone who has experienced the loss of a child. Connect with us at https://www.redbird.love/red-bird-families
Loving Help For Post Abortion Survivors
Loving Help For Post Abortion Survivors
Do not continue to live in shame, fear or numbness: Rachel’s Vineyard heals hearts broken by abortion.
rachelsvineyard@gmail.com or (707) 967-1101 Rachelsvineyard.org
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Catholic Apps
Catholicism might be a thousand years old, but that doesn’t mean we can’t make use of modern technology to practice our faith.
Catholic apps allow us to seek a deeper connection with God and understand what Catholicism is really about. It provides an easier and more comfortable way to read the bible quotes or brush up on your knowledge of Catholic prayers and teachings. For young Catholics, these apps are also valuable resources to help incorporate our faith into a digital lifestyle.
Stress in Your Marriage?
Retrouvaille is a program for married couples that feel bored, angry, disillusioned, or frustrated, in their marriage. Some experience coldness or conflict in their relationship. Retrouvaille has helped so many couples who are experiencing difficulties in their marriage. For confidential information about or to register for the September 15-17 Retrouvaille weekend in San Jose, call 408-605-4998 or email: SanJose@RetroCA.com. And please or visit our website at
How to Obtain a Plenary Indulgence During the 2025 Jubilee
The Vatican has detailed how to obtain plenary indulgences — removing temporal punishment for sin through Christ’s merits — during the 2025 Jubilee Year.
Requirements: detachment from sin (even venial), confession within about 20 days, Communion, and prayer for the Pope’s intentions (e.g., an Our Father and Hail Mary). Each indulgence requires a separate Communion and prayer, ideally on the day of the indulgenced act. Only one plenary indulgence can be obtained per day, but a second is possible if applied to souls in purgatory.
Ways to obtain the indulgence can be found by clicking the link below
Avoid These Online Scams Directed At Catholics
With the prevalence of easy-to-access technology and the vast variety of ways people communicate these days, the pervasiveness of people who make it their mission to scam people out of money using digital trickery is only increasing. We collected some of the most common scams that are directed specifically toward Catholics as well as how to identify and avoid them in order to protect yourself from online criminals.
THIS WEEK ON FORMED
“This Week on FORMED” is a weekly video designed to help Catholics learn more about FORMED’s content related to each week of the year. Join Taylor and Ben each week as they walk you through amazing content on FORMED! You’ll discover all kinds of videos and audio to accompany you during the weekly liturgical calendar, Saint feast days and world events taking place.
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