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Monsignor John Talesfore, Pastor

One Notre Dame Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94402 (650) 344-7622 Phone, (650) 344-4830 Fax

www.stmatthew-parish.org

ST. MATTHEW CATHOLIC CHURCH Faith, Love, Community, Service

MASSES − MISAS

SUNDAY: 7:00am, 10:45am, 12:30pm En Español: 8:45am and 5:30pm

Chinese Community Chapel Masses Cantonese: 2nd, 4th, 5th Sunday @ 3:00pm. Mandarin: 1st and 3rd Sunday @ 3:00pm.

SATURDAY VIGIL MASS: 5:00pm Misa de Vigilia (sábado) en Español: 7:00pm

DAILY MASSES: 6:30am, 12:05pm

CONFESSION—CONFESIONES

Monday-Friday / Lunes a Viernes 5:00pm-5:30pm in the Chapel Saturday/Sábado 11:30am-12:00noon & 4:30pm-5:00pm

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Dear St. Matthew Parishioners, Families and Friends, Simon and Andrew, James and John were working when Jesus called them. They immediately put down their nets and followed Jesus. Can you imagine? The disciples walked away from their previous way of life and toward another, in which Jesus and his way take precedence. They put aside anything that would stand between themselves and the life of discipleship. Jonah acted similarly--he perceived the Lord's call and responded without question. He literally walked a different path, toward Nineveh. No doubt, Saint Paul's own dramatic conversion was in his mind as he wrote to the community in Corinth. The path of discipleship is about holy perspective. Do not let anything stand between you and Christ. LEAVE BEHIND Simon, Andrew, James, and John abandoned their nets and followed Jesus. The nets were their livelihood, the most important tools for their work as fishermen. For these first disciples, their nets represented all they knew life to be about, and all it could be. Yet they put the nets aside, risking an unknown future in order to "catch people" as Jesus promised. What do you need to leave behind? Most people will not be asked to give up their livelihood in order to answer Christ's call. Yet we certainly must abandon everything that prevents us from living our lives authentically as followers of Jesus. Sometimes we must let go of the life we know in order to embrace a living, (Continued on page 2)

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Dear St. Matthew Parishioners, Families and Friends, (cont’d)

compelling, meaningful life of faith in Christ. Prayer-fully examine your faith and life. Is there attachment to material possessions? Are there relationships or feelings that prevent you from living and growing in faith? Is there a negative habit that gets in the way? Let go of what stands between you and the Lord. In-vite God's healing presence, forgiveness, and mercy to transform the nets--all that holds you back--and risk answering Christ's call to discipleship. WALK TOWARD Jonah did not simply walk away from his previous way of life. He walked toward Nineveh. The disciples did not only abandon their nets. They walked toward Jesus and to a life of discipleship. G. K. Chesterson is quoted as saying, "Christianity has not been tried and found wanting; it has been tried and found diffi-cult." Yet Christian living is also deeply meaningful. What would happen if you truly took the call to fol-low Jesus to heart? It isn't only about turning away from things that are counter to the Christian way of life. As it was for Jonah, the disciples at the seashore, and Saint Paul, a true life of faith is also about walk-ing toward God, about loving God and neighbor, about risking an unknown future filled with life and goodness, holiness and grace. Today's Readings: Jon 3:1-5, 10; Ps 25:4-5, 6-7, 8-9; 1 Cor 7:29-31; Mk 1:14-20

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Tercer Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario DEJAR ATRÁS Simón, Andrés, Santiago y Juan abandonaron sus redes y siguieron a Jesús. Las redes eran su estilo de vida, la herramienta más importante de su trabajo como pescadores. Para estos primeros discípulos, sus redes representaban todo lo que sabían de la vida y de lo que podría ser. Aun así, ellos las hicieron a un lado, arriesgándose a un futuro desconocido para "pescar a personas" como Jesús lo había prometido. ¿Qué es lo que tú necesitas dejar atrás? A muchas personas no se les va a pedir dejar sus trabajos para poder seguir a Cristo. Sin embargo, ciertamente debemos abandonar aquello que nos previene de vivir nuestras vidas auténticamente como seguidores de Jesús. Algunas veces debemos de dejar la vida que conocemos para poder abrazar una vida con sentido y significado de fe en Cristo. Con un espíritu de oración examina tu fe y vida. ¿Hay algo que te amarre a las posesiones materiales? ¿Hay relaciones o sentimientos que te previenen de vivir y crecer en la fe? ¿Hay un hábito negativo que se interponga en el camino? Suelta aquello que se interponga entre ti y el Señor. Invita a la presencia sanadora de Dios, el perdón y la misericordia que transforma las redes, todo lo que te mantiene inmovilizado, y arriésgate a responder la llamada de Cristo al discipulado. CAMINAR HACIA Jonás no simplemente se alejó de su anterior estilo de vida. Él caminó hacia Nínive. Los discípulos no solo abandonaron sus redes. Ellos caminaron hacia Jesús y a una vida de discipulado. G. K. Chesterson se le cita diciendo: "El cristianismo no ha intentado y encontra-do anhelo; ha estado intentado y encontrado difi-cultad". Aun así, la vida cristiana tiene un profundo significado. ¿Qué pasaría si verdaderamente tomaras con el corazón el llamado de Jesús? No solo se trata de alejarse de aquellas cosas que son con-trarias a la vida cristiana. Como lo fue para Jonás, los discípulos en la orilla del mar, y san Pablo, una verdadera vida de fe también es caminar hacia Dios, amando a Dios y al prójimo, arriesgándose a un fu-turo desconocido lleno con vida de bondad, santidad y gracia. Lecturas de hoy: Jon 3:1-5, 10; Sal 25 (24):4-5, 6-7, 8-9; 1 Cor 7:29-31; Mc 1:14-20 Copyright (c) J. S. Paluch Co., Inc.

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Clergy

Monsignor John Talesfore, Pastor 650-344-7622 ext.102 jtalesfore@stmatthewcath.org Rev. Dominic S. Lee, Parochial Vicar 650-344-7622 ext. 119 domsaviolee@yahoo.com Rev. Alvin Yu, Parochial Vicar 650-344-7622 ext. 112 ayu@stmatthewcath.org

In Residence

Most Rev. William Justice, Auxiliary Bishop of San Francisco Rev. Thomas Parenti A retired priest from San Francisco

Property Manager

Mr. James Walsh 650-344-7622 ext. 105 jwalsh@stmatthewcath.org

Pastoral Associate Religious Education Director

Teresita Contreras 650-344-7622 ext. 101 tcontreras@stmatthewcath.org

Human Resources Director Office Manager

Josie Berdal 650-344-7622 ext. 162 jberdal@stmatthewcath.org

Hispanic Ministries Coordinator

Reyna Fernandez 650-344-7622 ext. 113 rfernandez@stmatthewcath.org

Chinese Adult Faith Formation Director

Rev. Dominic S. Lee (Chinese) 650-344-7622 ext. 119 domsaviolee@yahoo.com

Stewardship Development

Coordinator

Kathryn Cross 650-344-7622 ext. 104 kcross@stmatthewcath.org

Receptionist

Esmeralda Perez 650-344-7622 ext. 100 eperez@stmatthewcath.org

Bulletin Editor

Rosalinda Ceja 650-344-7622 ext. 103 rceja@stmatthewcath.org

Pastoral Staff & Parish Contacts

St. Matthew Catholic School Contacts

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910 S. El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94402

650-343-1373 FAX#: (650) 343-2046

Website: www.stmatthewcath.org

Principal

Dr. Adrian Peterson 650-343-1373 ext. 126

apeterson@stmatthewcath.org

School Office

office@stmatthewcath.org

Admissions Director

Kerry Ann Ruff 650-343-1373 ext. 139

karuff@stmatthewcath.org

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Mass Intentions January 20– January 27

Saturday 20 5:00 Victoria & Albert Raffo † 7:00 Luis Martinez † Sunday 21 7:00 Mickey Dench † 8:45 Jocelyn & Esmeralda Soto 10:45 Community / Pueblo Jacob Arevalo 12:30 Marcela Jones & Lorenzo Castillo 5:30 Familia Hernandez Lopez Monday 22 6:30 Paz & Vicente Punsalang † 12:05 Hong Cung & Hoa Huynh † Tuesday 23 6:30 Nancy Palladino † 12:05 Christie & Erick Tu Wednesday 24 6:30 Arturo Martin 12:05 Nancy Helene Palladino † Thursday 25 6:30 Esperanza Corona 12:05 Khanh Tu Friday 26 6:30 Laila Khodor 12:05 Seny Berdal † Saturday 2712:05 Nick & Paz Dizon †

Walk for Life Saturday, January 27, 2018 Civic Center Plaza, San Francisco Rally stars at Civic Center Plaza at 12:30p.m walking down Market Street Ends at Justin Herman Plaza/Ferry Building. Register and info:415-658-1793 email: info@WalkforLifeWC.com

Caminata por la Vida Sábado 27 de enero del 2018 Civic Center Plaza, San Francisco Comenzando a las 12:30p.m en la calle Market Finalizando en Justin Herman Plaza/Ferry Building. Para registrarte y para mas información: 415-658-1793 email: info@WalkforLifeWC.com

Walk for Life

The Legion of Mary Immaculata Preasidium meets to pray, learn and practice the message of Jesus through the inspiration of the life of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Come join us on Monday at 10:30am. at the Church vestibule.

The Legion of Mary Immaculata Preasidium Pray For The Departed

Lawrence Chiesa

Thank you for your generosity in the Collection. Gracias por su generosidad en la Colecta.

Sunday Collection $ 9,756.04 Colecta dominical Electronic Collection $ 2,563.60 and GivePlus Colecta Electrónica

Solemnity of Mary $ 1,520.80 Solemnidad de María Madre de Dios

Señor de Esquipulas $ 638.43 Mass Intentions $ 300.00 Candles $ 233.65 velas

Grupo Monte Sinai $ 118.00

Weekly Offering—Ofrenda Semanal

Please Join Catholic Charities for a Celebration of Art and Community Wednesday, January

24, 2018 5:00pm – 7:00pm Sparks Art Gallery 4229 18th Street, San Francisco, CA

Sunday: Third Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday: Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children Tuesday: St. Vincent; Saint Marianne Cope Wednesday: St. Francis de Sales Thursday: The Conversion of St. Paul the Apostle Friday: Ss. Timothy and Titus Saturday: St. Angela Merici; Blessed Virgin Mary

SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES

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If you have family or friends whom have been away from the Church, please tell them about the Catholic Come Home website at : catholicscomehome.org And please note the site has the information in many languages! You can find their cards in all the vestibules of the Church!

EWTN EWTN News covers the largest Pro-Life events in the world. As hundreds of thousands gather in Washington, DC to defend life, EWTN News will be onsite and on the ground, bringing marchers’ stories and the latest developments during the Washington March for Life. Then, it’s off to San Francisco to cover all the pro-life activities happening on the West Coast. EWTN can be viewed on: COMCAST 229, ATT 562, ASTOUND (now WAVE) 80, SAN BRUNO CABLE 143, DISH SATELLITE 261 AND DIRECT TV 370. For more information go to: ewtn.com

• MINISTERIO PARA LLEVAR LA COMUNIÓN A LOS ENFERMOS Si Usted esta enfermo y no puede asistir a Misa y le gustaría recibir la Santa Comunión llame a Alejandra Ambriz al telefono 650-627-9251

• TIENE PROBLEMAS CON ALCOHOL O DROGAS? favor de llamar al 650-823-4468

Catholics Come Home

PARISH MINISTRIES MINISTERIOS PARROQUIALES SAVE THE DATE The Archdiocese of San Francisco will offer our Annual Wedding Anniversary Mass on February 3, 10:00am, at the Cathedral. All couples celebrating ‘5 year anniversaries’ (5 years, 10, 15… 35, 40) or over 40 years, in 2018, are invited to celebrate with us. Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone will be the principal celebrant. Register at www.anniversarymass.net

APARTA LA FECHA La Arquidiócesis de San Francisco ofrece su “Misa anual de aniversario de bodas” el día 3 de febrero, a las 10:00am, en la catedral. Parejas que celebran su aniversario de 5 años (5, 10, 15… 35, 40) o más de 40 años están invitados a celebrar con nosotros. Su Excelencia Arzobispo Salvatore Cordileone celebrará la Santa Misa. Para registrarse visite www.misadeaniversario.info

Estudio Biblico ¿Tienes preguntas acerca de la Biblia? ¿Quieres aprender a orar con la Sagrada Escritura? El grupo de Estudio Bíblico de nuestra Parroquia St. Matthew, te invita a tener un encuentro con Cristo a través de su Palabra. Acompáñanos cada semana, invita a un amigo y juntos aprendamos mas sobre nuestra Biblia! Nos reunimos los días

lunes a las 7:00pm en el auditorio. Para mas información comuníquese con: Juan Machado al tel: 650-307-2456

Baptismal Catechesis Prior to the baptism of your infant, parents are required to attend our Baptism class. Please call the Parish office for reservations. 650-344-7622

Pláticas Pre-bautismales Para poder bautizar a su bebe, los padres y padrinos deberán asistir a una clase pre-bautismal. Favor de llamar a la oficina para registrarse. 650-344-7622

St. Vincent de Paul Society 50 North “B” Street, San Mateo, CA 94401

HOMELESS ASSISTANCE FAMILY ASSISTANCE

Please call (650) 343-4403 YOU MAY CALL COLLECT

Please silence your cell phone before entering our church.

Thank you!

Por favor apague su teléfono celular antes de entrar a la Iglesia. Gracias!

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Immaculate Conception Academy, an all-girls, College Prep Catholic High School located in the Mission District in San Francisco has implemented a work-study program and is looking for organizations to sponsor their students. Currently, just to cite a few, the girls are working at companies such as GAP, Bank of the West, UCSF, Jones Day Law Firm, Heffernan Insurance Brokers, etc. Nationwide this program is already succeeding in 32 other cities coast to coast. A team of 4 students works at an organization to cover one full-time position, rotating work days.

The organization receives an entry-level, clerical staff position filled without the hassle of hiring, benefits and other HR concerns. The students are employees of the ICA Corporate Work Study Program. The organization’s sponsorship helps lower the tuition cost of their college preparatory education, making it affordable for more working class families. Operating as essentially a small, outsourcing staff agency, ICA enables the organization to fill needed clerical or entry-level positions. The students are on site

36 weeks a year, 40 hours a week adding diversity, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn and succeed. For more information please contact Sister Lilly at (415) 824 2052 ext 28 and/or visit ICA’s website at www.icacademy.org

Immaculate Conception Academy

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SENIOR Valentine LUNCHEON! Saturday, February 3rdSENIOR Valentine LUNCHEON! Saturday, February 3rd It’s going to be so Sweet! The St. Matthew’s Senior Community is invited to our quarterly luncheon. Come join the fun and luncheon prepared by St. Matthew’s Hospitality Ministry. It will be held immediately following the 12:05pm Saturday Mass, February 3rd in Ward Hall. All registered parishioners 65 + are cordially invited. We hope to see you there! There is no cost to attend, however, donations are appreciated to support St. Matt’s Christmas Giving Tree. Reservations are required. Spaces fill up quickly. To reserve your spot, please RSVP to Kathryn Cross at 344-7622 ext. 104 All reservations must be received by 12pm on Wednesday, January 31st. Unfortunately we cannot accept late reservations as Cupid will out and about shopping for sweet treats!

El comité de Hospitalidad de nuestra parroquia invita cordialmente a todas los feligreses registrados mayores de 65 años a una comida el sábado 3 de Febrero del 2018 inmediatamente después de Misa de las 12:05pm en el Ward Hall. No tiene costo, pero se aceptan donaciones para el apoyo del programa del Árbol de Regalos de nuestra parroquia. Se requiere reservación. El espacio es limitado. Llame a Kathryn Cross al 344-7622 antes del miércoles 31 de Enero

Chinese New Year Trip to the Cache Creek Casino

Date: Saturday, February 17, 2018

Departure Time: EXACTLY at 7:10am

Pick-Up Location: St. Matthew Church

Cost per person: $28 (payable to St. Matthew, not refundable.) Including simple breakfast.

This is a same day turn-around trip and will return to San Mateo, approximately by 5:00pm.

For reservations, please contact

Fr. Dominic Lee at

(650)344-7622 Ext.119

Join us for lots of fun and good times!!!