Today the virgin Mother of God was taken up into heaven to be the beginning and the pattern of the Church in its perfection, and a sign of hope and comfort for your people on their pilgrim way. You would not allow decay to touch her body, for she had given birth to your Son, the Lord of all life, in the glory of the incarnation… (Preface of the Assumption)
TWENTIETH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - August 20, 2017
Observe what is right, do what is just; for my salvation is about to come, my justice, about to be revealed. — IS 56:1
Observe what is right, do what is just; for my salvation is about to come, my justice, about to be revealed. — IS 56:1
Parish News |
ASSUMPTION of the BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
Tuesday, August 15, is the Feast of Our Lady of the Assumption, a Holy Day of Obligation. Mass Schedule: Monday, August 14: Vietnamese (Vigil)-7:30 PM Tuesday, August 15: English – 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 12:15 PM, 6:00 PM. Spanish – 7:30 PM The Parish Office will be closed Tuesday, August 15. |
MARY'S GARDEN
We will pilgrimage together to Mary’s Garden after Mass on the 2nd Sunday of each month where we will pray 3 Hail Mary’s, Glory Be, Our Lady of Fatima, pray for us, and sing a verse of Immaculate Mary. During May and October we will pilgrimage each Sunday. So that we all can visit our grotto during the week we will have one of the front gates open daily from 7 am to 5 pm Monday thru Saturday. To show honor for Mary and respect for our church grounds, let us please NOT place artificial flowers or plants in her garden and NOT place anything on the statue. 
OPEN FORUM
With Bishop Blaire, Our Lady of Fatima, Modesto. Saturday, August 26, 2017. 2:00-3:00 pm. In 20 locations, beginning August 5, 2017, Bishop Blaire will conduct forums for discussion to answer questions and receive comments in parishes and schools where abuse is alleged to have occurred or where identified abusers served. Bishop Blaire welcomes these meetings which are part of the nonmonetary settlement in the exit from bankruptcy. All known survivors of abuse in this parish or school or geographical area are invited to attend. The full schedule of all meetings is available on the Diocesan website: https://stocktondiocese.org/schedule-of-parish-forums Thank you!
I would like to thank the members of the community here at Our Lady of Fatima for attending and contributing to my fundraising dinner. You made this event a success. Thank you for supporting me in my fight against cancer. God bless! Melissa Fletcher |
Come pray with us
We pray Morning Prayer at 7:15 am and the Rosary at 7:30 am Monday thru Saturday in the Church before Mass. Join us. Can you spend one hour with me? This is a beautiful way to spend quiet time in the presence of our Lord. Hours for exposition are: 12 noon to 5:00 pm, Thursdays.
Our St. Vincent de Paul Society has an ongoing need for canned chicken, Hamburger, Tuna, Chicken Helper, canned meals, canned fruits, boxed side dishes, and pancake mix and syrup. Your help is greatly appreciated and goes directly to the many people we help each week. Thank you for your generosity.
Attn: All Communion Ministers
There is always AN URGENT need for more Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion to take Communion to the homebound, to those in hospitals & convalescent & rehab facilities. If you feel called to serve in this Ministry please call Kathy Sbragia at 545-1896. |
Learn More about the Bible!
Please join in the conversation at our next parish book club. We will be reading Invitation to the New Testament: A Catholic Approach to the Christian Scriptures by Alice Camille. Whether you are approaching scripture study for the first time or are a longtime bible reader, there will be insights to be gained by all. We will meet Thursdays in September and October, 9:30 – 11:00 AM in the New Hall OR 7:00 – 8:30 PM in Classroom 6. To sign up for this book club and get the reading schedule, call Joyce Teixeira in the parish office at 491-3468. Participants may order the book on-line (discounted prices available) or pick up a copy in the parish office for $11.00. If your faith in God and love of the scriptures is beckoning you to learn a little more about each of the New Testament writings, come learn! The OLF Seniors, there is a Black Oak Bus Trip scheduled for Wednesday, August 23. The cost is $17. This covers your trip, coffee and donuts and the tip for the bus driver. Black Oak reimburses $15 in gaming money and gives a 10% dining discount. Payment is due when signing up. Sign-ups are with Martina in the parish office. All are welcome.
Communion Ministers Needed
Our parish has a great need for more communion ministers to serve at our Sunday Masses. If you feel called to this ministry, or would just like to check it out, please attend our two-part training session to be held on: Monday, September 11, 2017 AND Monday, September 18, 2017. Both sessions will be held from 7-9 PM in Room 6 of OLF School. Note that you must attend BOTH sessions. The only requirements are that you are a practicing Catholic and have received the Sacrament of Confirmation. Questions? Leave a message for Deacon Jim at the Parish Office (524-7421.) 
Volunteer Opportunity of a Lifetime!
Are you looking for a GREAT OPPORTUNITY to deepen your faith and put a smile on your face every week? Maybe a friend or family member has shared with you their desire to grow in faith as they give their time and concern to others. We invite adults of all ages to GET INVOLVED in our parish religious education ministry. Come MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE WORLD! Be a catechist or classroom aide. Opportunities also available to split a position as co-catechists. Come meet with Melinda or Joyce in the parish office to see what good things the Holy Spirit has in store for you! Call 524-7421. Top Reasons to Become a Catechist: 1. You will grow in your own faith, learn the teachings of the Church, and deepen your relationship with Jesus. 2. Your Baptism calls you to share in Jesus’ ministry. 3. Children, teens, and adults in today’s world, more than ever, need to hear the Good News of Jesus. 4. Children, teens, and adults in today’s world, more than ever, need to encounter good role models of faith. 5. You have much to share with those you’ll teach, and you’ll have opportunities to share faith with other catechists. 6. Today’s catechetical textbooks/resources offer outstanding support. 7. You’ll be challenged, you’ll have fun, and you’ll make new friends. 8. You’ll be helping people deepen their relationship with Jesus. (You’ll be evangelizing!) 9. You’ll be handing on a 2000-year-old Tradition that changes lives. 10. It’s our job: Jesus sent us to “go and teach all nations.” |
Events |
Bishop's Awards Dinner
Saturday, October 21, 2017 at Church of the Presentation in Stockton. Reserve your tickets today! (Read more) Deacon Formation - New Class Beginning
A new class will be forming and beginning in September through the School of Ministry. For more information contact Deacon Greg Yeager at 209-595-5891 or Sister Wanda Billion at 209- 466-0636. |
Rachel’s Vineyard
Healing the pain of abortion, one weekend at a time. A Rachel’s Vineyard weekend is a beautiful opportunity for any person who has struggled with the emotional or spiritual pain of abortion. It is an opportunity to heal repressed feelings of anger, shame, guilt, and grief in a safe and confidential environment. Past retreatants have shared: “I leave this retreat feeling lighter, more free and more connected to God.” “I have found the forgiveness I was seeking at last!” There are two more opportunities to experience the retreat in 2017: Sept. 22--24, 2017 (English) and Oct. 6-8, 2017 (Spanish). For more information or to register contact Kim: 209/465-5433 (English) or Gloria: 510/485-2574 (Spanish). Symbolon
Are you prepared to keep up with your kids as they learn about the faith in Religious Education or at OLF School? Symbolon will help you keep up or even get ahead of them. If you haven’t already registered, go to FORMED.org, register with our parish code F7GZ8R and gain access to this and other Catholic content via your computer, tablet, or your smartphone. “I tell you that you have less to suffer in following the cross than in serving the world and its pleasures.” St. John Vianney
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Are you a registered parishioner?
Have you moved, changed phone numbers, or had other changes since registering? Help us to keep our records up to date by letting us know when changes happen-call the parish office at 524-7421 or go to the Update Form page to change your address. Do you consider yourself a member of the parish? If you do, but have not registered, please do so. Please call the parish office at 524-7421. Periodically we mail out information and would hate to have you miss out on what is happening because you haven’t let us know you are part of us. Help us to be a more welcoming parish |
NEVER leave any valuable items in your car that can be seen. If you’re going to leave something in the trunk or other areas that are out of sight, place them there before you arrive. There are people who watch and wait for any opportunity to break into cars.
Our security cameras are good, but they can’t stop a break-in. Also, please don’t leave bicycles parked without locking them. Purses, bags, and backpacks should never be left unattended-even while going to communion. Sadly, there are people who look for opportunities. Don’t be a victim! SCHOOL SECURITY
For security our parking lot gates will be closed at 8:15 am on school days. The sliding gate between the old hall and Church will remain closed. If you are attending weekday morning Mass we ask that you please park on the street or the parking lot in front of the school. |
OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISH
505 W. Granger Ave. Modesto, CA 95350
Rev. Khoi Pham, Pastor • Rev. Chris Varghese • Rev. Ernesto Madrigal • Deacons Jim Johnson, Juan Vargas
505 W. Granger Ave. Modesto, CA 95350
Rev. Khoi Pham, Pastor • Rev. Chris Varghese • Rev. Ernesto Madrigal • Deacons Jim Johnson, Juan Vargas
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HOURS
Monday-Friday 8:30am-12:00pm, 1:00pm-7:00pm Sat and Sunday: 9am-1:00pm Parish Office: 524-7421 School Office: 524-4170 Email: school@olfmodesto.com Religious Education: 491-3462 RCIA: 491-3468 Youth Ministry: 524-7421 |
MASS SCHEDULE
Saturday Anticipated Mass 5:00 pm - English, 6:30 pm - Spanish Sunday 8 am, 10 am and 6 pm - English 12:00 Noon - Spanish 3:30 pm - Vietnamese Daily Mass 8:00 am (Monday-Saturday) - English 6:30 pm (Tuesday & Thursday) - Spanish |
Holy Days
7:30 pm - Vietnamese Vigil 8:00 am - English 9:00 am (school) - English 12:15 pm - English 6:00 pm - English 7:30 pm - Spanish Sacrament of Penance Saturdays 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
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