Dear Brothers and Sisters,

What a beginning of 2020 this has been. I cannot recall a seminary class that could have prepared me for the challenges the Coronavirus and physical distancing brought to my ‘normal life’. So, if you are feeling overwhelmed, afraid, angry, or in shock…I get it. So many feels so different. And yet some things remain: the abiding love of God, the connections of friendship and prayer within our community, and our commitment to reach out in service to our neighbors.

As a Diocese, in 2021 we will mark the 40th Jubilee for the Diocese of San Jose. Since then, we have come together on a journey as faithful Catholics in our Parishes and Schools throughout the Diocese.

We are brought together from all walks of life through various ministries and services to do God's work of justice, mercy, outreach, and formation. “Journeying Together in Hope”, the Annual Diocesan Appeal for the Diocese of San Jose, provides the financial support to these ministries and services for all Catholics in our community. The Annual Diocesan Appeal goal of $5,894,755. allows us to live our discipleship in bringing the good news to all our brothers and sisters.

Your generosity toward the 2021 Annual Diocesan Appeal will provide essential support to St. Christopher’s and the other parishes of our local Church for programs like Catechesis and Faith Formation, Liturgical Minister Formation, Youth and Young Adult Ministry, Life, Justice & Peace, Family Life Ministries, Ministries for Cultural Diversity and Tuition Assistance for our Catholic Elementary Schools.

Your financial support does deeply matter. People need the connection, hope, comfort, and inspiration of our community. The COVID-19 pandemic has strained community relationships and left many isolated. The ministry of our churches – your work – sustains people in this challenging time, and because of your generosity we continue to help those in need.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who donated last year, especially those who had to make a sacrifice to give. To those who have not supported the Appeal, I urge you to make a gift or pledge this year. Our 2020-21 ADA goal is $203,821.

Journeying Together in Hope., we can answer God’s call to mission and ministry. We can be spiritually united even when physically apart. I am confident that this year's ADA will be another success and a testimony of your commitment not only for St. Christopher’s parish, but for the mission of our Diocese as we celebrate our 40th Jubilee year.

We look back with pride that Saint Christopher Parish has participated and exceeded its goal from the beginning of the Annual Diocesan Appeal. I thank you for your past generosity, for your sacrifices and for your presence to this community of faith.

May Jesus Christ, healer of all, stay with you and your love ones in this time of uncertainty.

Fr. Christopher Bennett

Fr. Christopher Bennett, Pastor

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ST. CHRISTOPHER PARISH
2278 Booksin Ave.
San Jose, CA 95125
408-269-2226
FAX 408-269-2784

 
ARE YOU ABLE TO HELP?

Our Outreach pantry is serving many people at this difficult time.   The pantry is in need of canned goods, especially, canned pasta, pasta sauce and chili, but all canned goods are welcome.  If you are in a position to donate, it would be most appreciated, so that we can continue to serve those who are in great need.  Please leave your donations on the porch of the Msgr. Allen Center.

INTENTIONS

Three times each week, your priests will be saying private Masses and remembering the needs of our community.  Please send your prayer intentions to intentions@stchrissj.org