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LITURGICAL RENEWAL

Phase 1 — Spring 2026: INTRODUCTORY RITES

From April 12 through summer 2026, we focus on the opening moments of the Mass, the moments that gather us from being individuals into being the Body of Christ. These are the Introductory Rites: the entrance procession, the greeting, the Penitential Act, the Gloria, and the Collect (Opening Prayer). You experience them every Sunday. This spring, we are inviting you to notice them, understand them, and enter into them more fully. 


The Greeting

The very first words spoken at Mass are not a formality — they are a two-way proclamation. The priest turns to the assembly and says: “The Lord be with you.” And the assembly responds: “And with your spirit.” In that exchange, the whole theology of the Mass is expressed: Christ is present in the assembly, and about to be made present in the Eucharist. Through both, he heals the world. This Sunday, receive the Greeting not as an opening pleasantry, but as the declaration it is.


The Penitential Act and Gloria

After the greeting, we pause for the Penitential Act — a moment to acknowledge our need for God’s mercy with humble and honest hearts. We come before the Lord not pretending to be perfect, but as beloved children who know we need His grace.

On most Sundays, we then burst into the Gloria — an ancient hymn of praise nearly two thousand years old. From confession to praise — this is the rhythm of the Christian life.


The Collect — Our Prayers Gathered as One

The Introductory Rites conclude with the Collect, or Opening Prayer. After a moment of silence — your moment to bring your own intentions to God — the priest prays on behalf of the entire assembly. Your prayers and mine rise together to the Father. We are not alone.


Fase 1 — Primavera 2026: RITOS INTRODUCTORIOS

Desde el 12 de abril hasta el verano de 2026, nos enfocamos en los momentos iniciales de la Misa, aquellos que nos reúnen y nos transforman de individuos en el Cuerpo de Cristo. Estos son los Ritos Introductorios: la procesión de entrada, el saludo, el Acto Penitencial, el Gloria y la Colecta (Oración Inicial). Los experimentas cada domingo. Esta primavera, te invitamos a notarlos, comprenderlos y participar en ellos más plenamente.


El Saludo

Las primeras palabras pronunciadas en la Misa no son una formalidad; son una proclamación mutua. El sacerdote se dirige a la asamblea y dice: “El Señor esté con ustedes”. Y la asamblea responde: “Y con tu espíritu”.

En ese intercambio se expresa toda la teología de la Misa: Cristo está presente en la asamblea y está a punto de hacerse presente en la Eucaristía. A través de ambas, Él sana al mundo.

Este domingo, recibe el Saludo no como una simple cortesía inicial, sino como la declaración que verdaderamente es.


El Acto Penitencial y el Gloria

Después del Saludo, hacemos una pausa para el Acto Penitencial: un momento para reconocer nuestra necesidad de la misericordia de Dios con corazones humildes y sinceros. Nos presentamos ante el Señor no fingiendo ser perfectos, sino como hijos amados que saben que necesitan Su gracia.

En la mayoría de los domingos, después entonamos el Gloria, un antiguo himno de alabanza de casi dos mil años. De la confesión a la alabanza: ese es el ritmo de la vida cristiana.


La Oración Colecta — Nuestras oraciones unidas en una sola

Los Ritos Iniciales concluyen con la Colecta, o la Oración Inicial. Después de un momento de silencio —tu momento para presentar tus propias intenciones a Dios— el sacerdote ora en nombre de toda la asamblea.

Tus oraciones y las mías se elevan juntas al Padre. No estamos solos.


CONFIRMATION CLASS - RETREAT

MAY 30 at 9:00AM


A reminder to all Confirmation students in Fr. Engel's class, that the retreat is part of the requirements of your sacramental preparation, and your participation is expected.  Please meet in the Conference Room at the parish office, on Saturday, May 30th at 9:00am. Lunch will be provided. Thank you.


RETIRO ESTUDIANTES DE CONFIRMACION

30 DE MAYO a las 9:00AM


Un recordatorio para todos los estudiantes de Confirmación de la clase del Padre Angel: el retiro  forma parte de los requisitos para su preparación sacramental y se espera su participación.

Por favor, preséntense en el salón de conferencias en la oficina parroquial, el sábado 30 de mayo a las 9:00 a.m. Se proporcionará almuerzo. Gracias.


CORPUS CHRISTI PROCESSION - Sunday, June 7 at 2:30pm


Join us for the Procession on the Solemnity of Corpus Christi as we publicly witness our faith in the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Holy Eucharist.

All parishioners and families are warmly invited to participate in this beautiful tradition of prayer, worship, and devotion. Come walk with our Lord through our community as we celebrate the gift of the Eucharist together.


PROCESION DE CORPUS CRISTI - domingo 7 de mayo a las 2:30pm


Únete a nosotros en la Procesión de la Solemnidad del Corpus Cristi mientras damos testimonio público de nuestra fe en la Presencia Real de Jesucristo en la Sagrada Eucaristía.

Todos los feligreses y sus familias están cordialmente invitados a participar en esta hermosa tradición de oración, adoración y devoción. Vengan a caminar con nuestro Señor por nuestra comunidad mientras celebramos juntos el don de la Eucaristía.


TRAINING ON THE CATECHESIS OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD - LEVEL 1.  July 18-24 at St. Nicholas & St. William


Formation at Level I lays the foundation for all subsequent Levels of formation in the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. It explores the religious nature and the most vital religious needs of the 3-6 year old child, preparing participants to work in an atrium with children or work with CGS catechists and leaders in supporting the CGS program by making the materials, setting up the atrium or assisting at the Formation courses. For more information and to register please click here. Scholarships are available.


"LIFE IS A GIFT FROM OUR LORD" - A Culture of Life Conference

Thursday, May 21, 4:30PM - 9:00PM

at Our Lady of Peace Church & Learning Center (2800 Mission College Blvd, Santa Clara)


The Guadalupe Hope Society and GHS Women's Center invite you to a faithf filled gathering celebrating the dignity and sacredness of human life. The evening will begin with the Holy Rosary at 4:30PM, followed by Holy Mass at 5:15PM. The conference program will feature a keynote presentation by internationally recognized pro-life advocate and EWTN host, Patricia Sandoval, along with a panel of respected Catholic leaders. This event is free and open to the public. For more information and to register click here


Para información en español sobre esta conferencia, haz clic aquí


ENROLLMENT FOR THE 2026–2027 SCHOOL YEAR IS NOW OPEN!

If you are interested in a Catholic education for your children, or know someone who would benefit from this information, please share this flyer


¡LAS MATRICULAS PARA EL AñO ESCOLAR  2026–2027 YA ESTAN ABIERTAS!

Si estás interesado en una educación católica para tus hijos, o conoces a alguien que se beneficiaría de esta información, por favor comparte este  flyer


SCHOOL SUMMER CAMP - TK-5th GRADE

Arts & Crafts, Outdoor Games, Story Telling, STEM activities, Interactive and Hands on Activities and much more. Beginning June 22. More information here


CAMPAMENTO DE VERANO DE LA ESCUELA

(TK - 5o. grado)

Artes y manualidades, juegos al aire libre, narración de cuentos, actividades STEM, actividades interactivas y prácticas, y mucho más. A partir del 22 de junio. Más información aquí.


BAPTISM PREPARATION CLASS FOR PARENTS AND GODPARENTS


Our next baptism preparation class (in English) will be held on Monday, June at 6:45 PM in the Conference Room at the Parish Office.  To register please call 650-967-3831.


CLASES DE PREPARACION PARA BAUTIZO, PARA PAPAS Y PADRINOS


Por favor, tome nota de que las clases de bautizo para papás y padrinos se darán el CUARTO sábado en los meses de febrero, marzo y abril a las 9:00 AM. Para obtener más información o para registrarse para la clase, comuníquese con la oficina parroquial al 650-967-3831. La próxima clase es el 23 de mayo.


SUNDAY BULLETIN - May 17, 2026


Find more announcements in our weekly bulletin.


BOLETIN DOMINICAL - 17 de mayo de 2026


Encuentra más anuncios en nuestro boletin dominical.


BECOME A  PARISH VOLUNTEER


If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please click here or call the Parish Office at 650-967-3831. 


Si estás interesado en ser voluntario en alguno de nuestros ministerios, por favor haz clic aquí para obtener información, o llama a la oficina parroquial al 650-967-3831.


DONATE YOUR OLD EYEGLASSES👓


Got glasses you no longer wear? Don’t let them collect dust—let them change a life!

Last year, our parish donated 235 pairs of eyeglasses and sunglasses to the Lions Club. These glasses are carefully sorted and repaired, when needed, then distributed to people in need.

The eyeglass drive is still going strong! Drop your gently used or outdated glasses into the donation box at the church entrance, or bring them to the Parish Office. Clear out a drawer. Your generosity helps improve someone’s quality of life—thank you for your support!


DONA TUS ANTEOJOS USADOS


¿Tienes lentes que ya no usas? ¡No dejes que se llenen de polvo—mejor haz que cambien una vida!

El año pasado, nuestra parroquia donó 235 pares de anteojos y gafas de sol al Club de Leones. Estos lentes se clasifican cuidadosamente y se reparan, cuando es necesario, antes de ser distribuidos a personas que los necesitan. ¡La campaña de recolección de lentes continúa! Puedes dejar tus lentes que ya no usas en la caja de donaciones ubicada en la entrada de la iglesia, o llevarlos a la Oficina Parroquial.

Vacía un cajón. Tu generosidad ayuda a mejorar la calidad de vida de alguien—¡gracias por tu apoyo!


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EUCHARISTIC ADORATION


Monday through Thursday, 2:30PM (following the 2:00PM Mass) - Benediction at 3:15PM. 

All day Friday from 8:00AM (following the 7:30AM Mass) - Benediction at 3:15PM.


Novena to Our Mother of Perpetual Help at St. Joseph Parish


The Novena to Our Mother of Perpetual Help is now included every Wednesday during our celebration of the 2:00PM Holy Mass. We invite you to join us. 


Estudio de las Sagradas Escrituras 

Todos los lunes de 7:30PM - 8:30PM.


La Parroquia de St. Joseph invita a hombres y mujeres mayores de 18 años, a participar en el Grupo de Estudio de las Sagradas Escrituras. Ven a explorar y compartir reflexiones sobre los textos sagrados para conocer y enriquecer más tu fe. Te esperamos cada lunes en el salón de conferencias de la Oficina Parroquial, 580 Hope St, Mountain View.


Jornada de Oración 


Acompáñanos en las Jornadas de Oración el primer sábado de cada mes. Comenzamos con la Misa de 7:30AM y continuamos con el Santo Rosario hasta las 12:00PM.  Te esperamos el 6 de junio.


Devoción al Santo Rosario


De lunes a viernes a las 6:30PM

Sábado - 3PM* (El 1er sábado no habrá Rosario)

Domingo - 12PM


En el verano nos reunimos frente a la Virgen en la Plaza de la Parroquia, y en el invierno en la Oficina Parroquial.


Novena to Saint Joseph


Join us every Saturday at 3:00PM to pray a novena to St. Joseph, husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary. We start with the Chaplet to the Divine Mercy, followed by the Rosary and then the novena.  

All are welcome!


YOUNG ADULTS' MINISTRY 


St. Joseph Parish Young Adults currently meet Wednesdays and our schedule looks like this:


 Holy Hour in the church at 6:45 PM

                           Bible Study at 8:00 PM

                           Fellowship at 9:00 PM


For more info and if you’d like to be added to the WhatsApp group chat contact Gabe at: gabriel.valencia@dsj.org


Legion of Mary


Join us every Sunday at 8:00AM at the Parish Office.  The Legion of Mary's goal is to help people get closer to Jesus through Mary. The work is to be done in closest union with Mary. We can participate with apostolic work, prayer and sharing our work with others.


Rosario de Hombres


Primer y tercer sábado del mes - después de misa de 7:00PM.  Nos reunimos adentro de la iglesia.



Adoración Nocturna  |  Nocturnal Adoration

El cuarto sábado del mes, después de la misa de 7:00PM. Le invitamos a acompañarnos en la adoración al Santísimo Sacramento hasta la media noche. Más información sobre la Adoración Nocturna |aquí|   Te esperamos el  23 de mayo.


Fourth Saturday of the month, after the 7:00PM Mass. Join us in the adoration of the Blessed Sacrament until midnight.  More information |here


Become a Knight of Columbus


The Knights of Columbus Council #4926 is seeking new members. The KoC is a Catholic lay organization founded on the principles of Charity, Devotion and the promotion of Catholic values, that provides members and their families with volunteer opportunities to serve the needs of Catholic families within the five local Parishes -  St. Joseph, St. Simon, St. Nicholas, St. William and St. Athanasius.   If you are interested in joining, please email: KofColumbus4926@gmail.com

We meet on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30PM at the Parish Office.  Next meeting: June 2.


St. Vincent de Paul Society - St. Joseph Mountain View


The SVdP Society meets every other Wednesday at 7:00pm. Our in-person meetings are held at the Parish Office (580 Hope Street, Mountain View) on the first Wednesday of the month; our virtual meetings are on the third Wednesday. If you are interested in joining us, please contact Frank Pelkofer at pelkofer@gmail.com


Monthly Evenings of Recollection for Women


Women (18 and over) are invited to the monthly evenings of recollection, at St. Joseph Parish in Mountain View, given by a priest of the Prelature of Opus Dei, with time for prayer, examination of conscience, and confession. Join us on the second Tuesday of each month (Jan-Nov) at 6:30PM in the church.  Next recollection evening:  June 9.


Monthly Evenings of Recollection for Men


Men (18 and over) are invited to the monthly evenings of recollection, at St. Joseph Parish in Mountain View, given by a priest of the Prelature of Opus Dei, with time for prayer, examination of conscience, and confession. Join us on the third Wednesday of the month (Jan-Nov) at 7:00PM in the church. Next recollection evening: May 20.


The Italian Catholic Federation (ICF), St. Giorgio Branch #47 


Are proud to be a part of St. Joseph Church. We look forward to seeing you at our monthly meetings, on the third Tuesday of each month. Let’s bring our community together and share our faith and religious spirit. We welcome all heritages to strengthen our organization through our diversity. If you would like to become a member please contact the parish office at 650-967-3831. Next meeting: May 19 at 6:30pm, in Conference Room 1, at the Parish Office.


AA Sunday Group (weekly meetings)


AA meets every Sunday at 6PM in the Large Conference Room at the Parish Office, 580 Hope St, Mountain View (please use door facing Hope Street). If you need more information please call 650-669-1578.



Marriage Preparation Course (English) 


Diocesan Marriage Preparation dates  in 2026 can be found at: https://www.dsj.org/evangelization/family-life/marriage-preparation/. This site also includes information on the Marriage Process in the Catholic Church, and in-person retreats. 

If you have questions regarding the course please email evangelization@dsj.org


Preparación Matrimonial (español)


Encuentra las fechas para el Retiro Diocesano de Preparación Matrimonial (virtual) en 2026 en: https://www.dsj.org/evangelization/family-life/marriage-preparation/. El sitio web también incluye información sobre el proceso matrimonial en la iglesia católica, y sobre retiros en persona. Para más información envía un email a evangelization@dsj.org.



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St. Joseph Mountain View, Catholic School
1120 Miramonte Avenue
Mountain View, CA 94040

Phone: (650) 967-1839
Fax: (650) 691-1530

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