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The sports world was abuzz when Grant Desme stepped away from a MLB career with the Oakland A's to join the priesthood. Come hear his journey of faith and reaction from others this Thursday. Learn more about the fearless women in the New Testament in an 8 week series starting tomorrow. Don't miss hearing the dynamic words of Fr. Greg Boyle, S. J., a nationally renown gang expert who has changed the lives of multitudes through faith and hard work. His motto is to invest in rather than incarcerate the youth and give them hope. He says, "Kids with hope don't join gangs." See Video >
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Grant Desme in San Jose ~ April 8
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Grant Desme  was living the dream of every little boy who aspires to be a professional athlete. The Oakland Athletics picked Desme in the second round of the 2007 amateur draft and offered him a six figure signing bonus. He was the only player in the entire minors with 30 home runs and 30 stolen bases last season and was named the most valuable player of the Arizona Fall League. Then he set the sports world abuzz in January when he announced he was leaving the big leagues to join the Catholic priesthood. Many wondered how he could give up the "glam sports life" to join a church filled with controversy. We all know that there are many more men who wish to be a sports star these days than a man of the cloth. Now Desme will return to the Bay Area to respond to these many unanswered questions along with his mentor Monsignor Craig Harrison of the Diocese of Fresno.
"The Calling" w/Grant Desme & Msgr Craig Harrison
Thursday, April 8
6:45am Mass (opt)
7:30am Breakfast & Program
Price: $20 Members / $25 Guests
RSVP Now >
Holiday Inn - Mediterranean Room
1740 North First Street
San Jose, CA 95112
For more information, contact: (408) 491-9229 or
info@sjcatholicprofessionals.com
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Thanks Catholic Scoop Readers!
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UFW ˇSi Se Puede! families and Let The Eagle Fly cast members  |
Thanks to all of the Catholic Scoop readers who gave
donations so the United Farm Worker students from the ˇSi Se Puede! Learning Center in Hollister could come see the Let The Eagle Fly - Story of Cesar Chavez musical on Sunday, March 28, 2010. We
were able to bring up 40 kids who were all very excited to come to the
"big city" and experience this heartfelt musical. It will be etched in their memories forever. ˇMuchisimas Gracias!
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Women in the New Testament ~ Starts April 8 |
 Women were highly involved in Christ's ministry as well as the growth
of the early church. Women traveled with and helped support Jesus' ministry and were there during his crucifixion and the first at his
tomb. Learn more about the women behind the stories in the bible and what their roles were. Join us for an 8 week study of Women in the New Testament using the Little Rock Scripture Study Series.
Women in the New Testament
April 8 - May 27
Immaculate Heart of Mary - St Michael's Hall
1040 Alameda de las Pulgas
Belmont, CA 94002
Price: Free
For more information, contact:
Marie Felix at 650 593-6157 x 27
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Fr. Greg Boyle of Homeboy Industries ~ April 17
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 In 1992 Fr Greg Boyle, S.J., was Pastor of Dolores Mission in the Boyle Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles addressing the escalating problems of gang-involved youth when the riots broke out following the Rodney King verdict. Fr. Greg responded by creating Homeboy Bakery with a mission to create an environment that provided training, work experience, and above all, the opportunity for rival gang members to work side by side. He believed that many gang members were eager to leave the dangerous and destructive life on the streets and start a new path. Today, Homeboy Industries located in downtown Los Angeles, is recognized as the largest gang intervention program in the country, and has become a national model which was grown to include Homeboy Bakery, Homeboy Silkscreen, Homeboy Maintenance, Homeboy/Homegirl Merchandise, and Homegirl Café. Come celebrate and support the work of East Side Heroes and hear the dynamic and inspiring words of Fr Greg of Homeboy Industries.
7th Annual East Side Heroes
Student Achievement Banquet
Keynote Speaker:
Fr. Greg "G" Boyle, S.J. of Homeboy Industries
Saturday, April 17
4:00 - 6:00pm
Camden Community Center
3369 Union Avenue
San Jose CA, 95124
Tickets: $150 suggested donation or pay as you will
All are welcome, nobody gets turned away. Monies raised goes toward Catholic School education scholarships.
RSVP NOW>
For more information, contact:
Enrique Flores at enrique_essj@hotmail.com or 408-515-6544 or visit www.eastsideheroes.org
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Assumpta Awards
~ May 6 ~
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The Assumpta Award is given each year by the Archbishop of San
Francisco and the Board of Regents of St. Mary's Cathedral in
recognition of the achievements of those who form an important part of
the Cathedral family.
Save-The-Date
Assumpta Awards Dinner
Thursday, May 6
6:00 - 10:00pm
Cathedral Event Center
For more information, contact:
Maria Cunningham at 415-567-2020
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Calvary Cemetery Tour
~ April 17 ~
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Calvary Catholic Cemetery was founded in 1882. It is the final
resting place for many of the pioneers of the Santa Clara Valley. Learn
about local history of the community and cemetery traditions. Discover
symbols and signs that have endured in Catholic and Christian practices
of burial. Learn vocabulary words particular to cemeteries. Design your
own grave marker.
Observe how a grave is prepared by the field staff employees. Families are invited to come for a free tour, appropriate for ages 7
and up. Please wear sturdy shoes and temperature appropriate clothing. Hats and sunglasses are also appropriate.
Calvary Cemetery Tour
'Monuments of Mercy'
Saturday, April 17
10:30am - 12:00pm
Calvary Cemetary
2650 Madden Ave.
San Jose, CA 95116
Directions >
For more information:
408-258-2940 x207
or visit www.ccdsj.org
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Celebrate
Jesuit Volunteers
~ April 29 ~
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There are 300 Jesuit Volunteers serve full-time in in 32 cities in the USA providing non-profit organizations and schools working in direct service, advocacy and community giving. Learn more >
Celebrate Jesuit Volunteers
Featuring
Fr. Steve Privett, S.J.
USF President
Thursday, April 29
6:30 - 8:30pm
Price: $100
RSVP NOW>
University of San Francisco
McLaren Hall
2130 Fulton Street
San Francisco, CA
Questions?
Contact Julie Richards at jrichards@jesuitvolunteers.org
or 410-244-8226.
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