A Letter from the Pastor
Dear parish family, May 24, 2020
As we celebrate Memorial Day this Monday, I thought it fitting to share with you an article from the Abilene (Texas) Reporter News that I read recently reminding us of the meaning and significance of this day. Please remember all who gave their lives so we can have ours…..God bless America! Thank you for your continued contributions to the parish and prayers. God’s blessings to you and your family!
-Fr. Mark Amaral, Pastor
Memorial Day is our national holiday of remembrance for the patriotic men and women who gave their lives in the military service of our country to preserve the freedoms we enjoy as Americans.
A past Gallup poll revealed many Americans do not know its real meaning.
Memorial Day, established by the National Holiday Act of 1971, memorializes our military members who died serving this country. It is observed on the last Monday in May (May 25 this year) and normally begins the summer vacation season.
The National Moment of Remembrance Act of 2000 requests that we pause at 3 p.m. for one minute on Memorial Day as an act of national unity to remember America's fallen military heroes.
The genesis of this memorial came from American women in the South and North during and after the Civil War. They decorated the graves of all fallen soldiers with flowers in respectful remembrance.
Beginning with eight citizen-soldiers who fell near Lexington, Massachusetts, at the start of the American Revolution, more than 1.35 million of our military have perished defending this country, and more than 40,000 remain missing in action. This ultimate sacrifice still is being made by our military men and women serving in the prolonged war on terrorism.
Wherever you may be on Memorial Day during the perilous pandemic, please pause for a moment to respectfully remember with patriotic pride and genuine gratitude the brave military men and women who sacrificed their lives for our American liberties.
As we celebrate Memorial Day this Monday, I thought it fitting to share with you an article from the Abilene (Texas) Reporter News that I read recently reminding us of the meaning and significance of this day. Please remember all who gave their lives so we can have ours…..God bless America! Thank you for your continued contributions to the parish and prayers. God’s blessings to you and your family!
-Fr. Mark Amaral, Pastor
Memorial Day is our national holiday of remembrance for the patriotic men and women who gave their lives in the military service of our country to preserve the freedoms we enjoy as Americans.
A past Gallup poll revealed many Americans do not know its real meaning.
Memorial Day, established by the National Holiday Act of 1971, memorializes our military members who died serving this country. It is observed on the last Monday in May (May 25 this year) and normally begins the summer vacation season.
The National Moment of Remembrance Act of 2000 requests that we pause at 3 p.m. for one minute on Memorial Day as an act of national unity to remember America's fallen military heroes.
The genesis of this memorial came from American women in the South and North during and after the Civil War. They decorated the graves of all fallen soldiers with flowers in respectful remembrance.
Beginning with eight citizen-soldiers who fell near Lexington, Massachusetts, at the start of the American Revolution, more than 1.35 million of our military have perished defending this country, and more than 40,000 remain missing in action. This ultimate sacrifice still is being made by our military men and women serving in the prolonged war on terrorism.
Wherever you may be on Memorial Day during the perilous pandemic, please pause for a moment to respectfully remember with patriotic pride and genuine gratitude the brave military men and women who sacrificed their lives for our American liberties.
The Ascension of the Lord
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ST. EDWARD PARISH GENERAL INFORMATION DURING THE
‘SHELTER IN PLACE’ MANDATE:
• All public Masses in the Diocese of Oakland (including St. Edward) are suspended until further notice. Regarding Mass intentions: Fr. Mark and Fr. John are offering Mass privately for many of the Mass intentions scheduled. Not all of the scheduled Mass intentions can be offered (because of multiple Sunday Masses for instance) therefore some will be rescheduled and offered at future public Masses once the quarantine is lifted. Be assured that ALL of the scheduled Mass intentions will be offered in due time.
• The church building hours: the church is closed per mandate of county health officials and will remain closed until further notice.
• Collection envelopes may be mailed to or dropped-off at the parish business office. Online donations are always welcome. The link for this can be found at the top of this webpage.
• The parish business office will be staffed on a partial-day schedule on a day-to-day basis as follows: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00pm p.m. on Monday-Friday.
REGARDING THE SACRAMENT OF PENANCE/RECONCILIATION:
Sacramental Confession in the church will not be available (except for the dying and the critically ill at home) in light of the closing of all churches in the Diocese per the Bishop’s Mandate. The faithful are reminded that those who cannot get to Confession because of the COVID-19 virus lockdown (or another serious reason) can go to God directly in private prayer, be specific about their sins, request pardon, and experience God’s loving forgiveness. Do what the Catechism of the Catholic Church says and has said for many years. If Confession with a priest is not available, then pray to and speak directly with God, your Father, and tell Him the truth, say “Lord, I did this, this, this. Forgive me,” and ask for pardon with all your heart. Make an Act of Contrition and promise God, “I will go to Confession afterward when it becomes available again and as soon as possible at that time, but forgive me now.” And immediately you will return to a state of grace with God. The Catechism of the Catholic Church (Section 1452) says: “When it arises from a love by which God is loved above all else, contrition is called ‘perfect’ – contrition of charity. Such contrition remits venial sins; it also obtains forgiveness of mortal sins if it includes the firm resolution to have recourse to Sacramental Confession as soon as possible.” Please remember that “nothing can separate us from the love of God that comes to us in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans 8:39) He has not abandoned us and we have not abandoned Him.
REGARDING FAITH FORMATION CLASSES: FIRST COMMUNION AND CONFIRMATION:
• Please remember that Bishop Barber has granted a DISPENSATION from the OBLIGATION to attend weekend/Sunday Mass to all the Catholic faithful in the Diocese of Oakland until further notice. The Bishop recommends that the faithful pray and take advantage of/participate in Holy Mass as broadcast on television and radio. Weekly collection envelopes may be mailed to the parish office and may also be dropped off at the parish office during business hours or in the mailbox.
• The date for the resumption of CCD and Confirmation classes will be evaluated as circumstances evolve and will be announced when it is determined. Clare Beltran and Gepaul Carpio have been and will be communicating via email with all CCD students, parents and teachers regarding further related details (for example: lesson plans, online instruction, homework and notebook assignments, quizzes and tests, etc.).
• All public Masses in the Diocese of Oakland (including St. Edward) are suspended until further notice. Regarding Mass intentions: Fr. Mark and Fr. John are offering Mass privately for many of the Mass intentions scheduled. Not all of the scheduled Mass intentions can be offered (because of multiple Sunday Masses for instance) therefore some will be rescheduled and offered at future public Masses once the quarantine is lifted. Be assured that ALL of the scheduled Mass intentions will be offered in due time.
• The church building hours: the church is closed per mandate of county health officials and will remain closed until further notice.
• Collection envelopes may be mailed to or dropped-off at the parish business office. Online donations are always welcome. The link for this can be found at the top of this webpage.
• The parish business office will be staffed on a partial-day schedule on a day-to-day basis as follows: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00pm p.m. on Monday-Friday.
REGARDING THE SACRAMENT OF PENANCE/RECONCILIATION:
Sacramental Confession in the church will not be available (except for the dying and the critically ill at home) in light of the closing of all churches in the Diocese per the Bishop’s Mandate. The faithful are reminded that those who cannot get to Confession because of the COVID-19 virus lockdown (or another serious reason) can go to God directly in private prayer, be specific about their sins, request pardon, and experience God’s loving forgiveness. Do what the Catechism of the Catholic Church says and has said for many years. If Confession with a priest is not available, then pray to and speak directly with God, your Father, and tell Him the truth, say “Lord, I did this, this, this. Forgive me,” and ask for pardon with all your heart. Make an Act of Contrition and promise God, “I will go to Confession afterward when it becomes available again and as soon as possible at that time, but forgive me now.” And immediately you will return to a state of grace with God. The Catechism of the Catholic Church (Section 1452) says: “When it arises from a love by which God is loved above all else, contrition is called ‘perfect’ – contrition of charity. Such contrition remits venial sins; it also obtains forgiveness of mortal sins if it includes the firm resolution to have recourse to Sacramental Confession as soon as possible.” Please remember that “nothing can separate us from the love of God that comes to us in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans 8:39) He has not abandoned us and we have not abandoned Him.
REGARDING FAITH FORMATION CLASSES: FIRST COMMUNION AND CONFIRMATION:
• Please remember that Bishop Barber has granted a DISPENSATION from the OBLIGATION to attend weekend/Sunday Mass to all the Catholic faithful in the Diocese of Oakland until further notice. The Bishop recommends that the faithful pray and take advantage of/participate in Holy Mass as broadcast on television and radio. Weekly collection envelopes may be mailed to the parish office and may also be dropped off at the parish office during business hours or in the mailbox.
• The date for the resumption of CCD and Confirmation classes will be evaluated as circumstances evolve and will be announced when it is determined. Clare Beltran and Gepaul Carpio have been and will be communicating via email with all CCD students, parents and teachers regarding further related details (for example: lesson plans, online instruction, homework and notebook assignments, quizzes and tests, etc.).
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Rectory Office Hours
5788 Thornton Ave.
Newark, CA 94560
510-797-0241
Monday through Thursday
8:30am to 12:00pm
1:00pm to 4:30pm
Friday
8:30am to 12:00pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday 9:00am to 12pm
Newark, CA 94560
510-797-0241
Monday through Thursday
8:30am to 12:00pm
1:00pm to 4:30pm
Friday
8:30am to 12:00pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday 9:00am to 12pm
Confessions
Confesiones
1st Friday at 4:30pm & Saturdays 3pm
Parish Staff
Clergy
Clergy
Rev. Mark Amaral, Pastor
Rev. Alfonso Borgen, OFM Conv, Parochial Vicar
Rev. Robert McTeigue, S.J., in residence
Dn. Ernie Perez. Retired
Dn. Roger Wedl, Retired
Parish School
Sister Carolyn Monahan, O.P., Principal
Kathy McCall, School Secretary
Parish Staff
Irma Ramirez, Parish Secretary
parishoffice@stedwardcatholic.church
Belinda Reyes Sullivan, Office Assistant
Sebastian Belo, Business Manager
Cruz Calvillo, Facility Manager
Katherine Stencel LaRose, Director of Music
Faith Formation
Clare Beltran, Director of Faith Formation
faithformationstedward@gmail.com
Gepaul Carpio, M.Div., Confirmation & Youth Ministry Coordinator
stedwardministry@gmail.com
Ana Maria Katsanes, Secretary
Rev. Mark Amaral, Pastor
Rev. Alfonso Borgen, OFM Conv, Parochial Vicar
Rev. Robert McTeigue, S.J., in residence
Dn. Ernie Perez. Retired
Dn. Roger Wedl, Retired
Parish School
Sister Carolyn Monahan, O.P., Principal
Kathy McCall, School Secretary
Parish Staff
Irma Ramirez, Parish Secretary
parishoffice@stedwardcatholic.church
Belinda Reyes Sullivan, Office Assistant
Sebastian Belo, Business Manager
Cruz Calvillo, Facility Manager
Katherine Stencel LaRose, Director of Music
Faith Formation
Clare Beltran, Director of Faith Formation
faithformationstedward@gmail.com
Gepaul Carpio, M.Div., Confirmation & Youth Ministry Coordinator
stedwardministry@gmail.com
Ana Maria Katsanes, Secretary
Important Notice - Masses, and other Parish Activities Postponed
3/16/20
Dear Parish Family,
In response to the orders of the government mandate, St. Edward parish will temporally
cease all operations. This includes all Masses (weekdays and Sundays), meetings of any
type, prayer groups, social groups and any external groups such as Boy Scout meetings.
As drastic as this may seem, I want to repeat that this is a temporary measure to stop the
spread of the coronavirus. As of now, all Catholics are fully dispensed from their Sunday
obligation to attend Mass until April 7 when we plan to resume normal operations.
In the meantime I ask that you still observe Sunday with some form of spiritual communion
with the Lord through prayers like the rosary, meditating on the Sunday scripture readings
or other devotions as well as watching the Mass on television on EWTN or listening to the
radio. The church and chapel will be closed to the public during this time period meaning
it will be locked.
I appreciate your understanding and cooperation during these weeks. Fr. John, Fr. Robert and I will be here at the parish, but we must comply with the temporary restriction of large gatherings of people on the site.
Therefore, aside from the business activity of the office, all other pastoral and liturgical
activity will be cancelled until the planned resumption of normal activities on April 7.
The office will be open Monday through Friday until 12pm.
On a personal note, I will be praying for each of you and ask for your prayers as well. I trust
we will get through this event.
I also appreciate your continued financial support of the parish at this time and ask that you still maintain your regular offering to the parish in order to sustain our staff and facilities. All parish staff will continue to be paid therefore your continued financial support is critical. You
may either mail your offering to the parish office or drop it in the mailbox next to the office
service window.
Thank you in advance for your care and concern for St. Edward. I ask that we all pray a daily rosary united with the Blessed Virgin seeking her protection and guidance during this time. I look forward to celebrating the sacraments with you very soon.
Blessings and God’s protection be with you,
Fr. Mark Amaral, Pastor
In response to the orders of the government mandate, St. Edward parish will temporally
cease all operations. This includes all Masses (weekdays and Sundays), meetings of any
type, prayer groups, social groups and any external groups such as Boy Scout meetings.
As drastic as this may seem, I want to repeat that this is a temporary measure to stop the
spread of the coronavirus. As of now, all Catholics are fully dispensed from their Sunday
obligation to attend Mass until April 7 when we plan to resume normal operations.
In the meantime I ask that you still observe Sunday with some form of spiritual communion
with the Lord through prayers like the rosary, meditating on the Sunday scripture readings
or other devotions as well as watching the Mass on television on EWTN or listening to the
radio. The church and chapel will be closed to the public during this time period meaning
it will be locked.
I appreciate your understanding and cooperation during these weeks. Fr. John, Fr. Robert and I will be here at the parish, but we must comply with the temporary restriction of large gatherings of people on the site.
Therefore, aside from the business activity of the office, all other pastoral and liturgical
activity will be cancelled until the planned resumption of normal activities on April 7.
The office will be open Monday through Friday until 12pm.
On a personal note, I will be praying for each of you and ask for your prayers as well. I trust
we will get through this event.
I also appreciate your continued financial support of the parish at this time and ask that you still maintain your regular offering to the parish in order to sustain our staff and facilities. All parish staff will continue to be paid therefore your continued financial support is critical. You
may either mail your offering to the parish office or drop it in the mailbox next to the office
service window.
Thank you in advance for your care and concern for St. Edward. I ask that we all pray a daily rosary united with the Blessed Virgin seeking her protection and guidance during this time. I look forward to celebrating the sacraments with you very soon.
Blessings and God’s protection be with you,
Fr. Mark Amaral, Pastor
Schedule for Holy Mass
Horario de la Santa Misa
During the suspension of our normal Mass schedule, you may consider watching the Mass online at EWTN: https://www.ewtn.com/tv
Saturday in English 5:00pm
en Español 7:00pm
Sunday 7:15am
9:00am
11:00am
in Portuguese 12:30pm
7:00pm
Weekdays, Monday-Saturday 9:00am
First Friday 5:30pm
EM/Lector schedule:
www.rotundasoftware.com/ministry/saintedward/schedules/?pointer=last
Liturgy of Hours
and Eucharistic Adoration
Monday-Friday
Morning Prayer 6:15am
Evening Prayer 3:30pm
Saturday
Morning Prayer 8:15am
Morning Prayer 6:15am
Evening Prayer 3:30pm
Saturday
Morning Prayer 8:15am
Sacraments
Holy Baptism
Sagrado Bautismo
Must be registered in St. Edward Parish
three months prior to baptism.
Deben registrarse en la parroquia
tres meses antes del bautismo.
Holy Matrimony
Sagrado Matrimonio
The Diocese requires six months preparation prior to marriage. Please contact a priest to schedule an appointment.
La Diócesis pide que se prepare con seis meses de anticipación. Por favor, haga cita con un sacerdote.
Funerals
Funerales
The priest would like to meet with the family prior to the funeral service.
El sacerdote le gustaria reunirse con la familia antes del servicio funebre.
Sagrado Bautismo
Must be registered in St. Edward Parish
three months prior to baptism.
Deben registrarse en la parroquia
tres meses antes del bautismo.
Holy Matrimony
Sagrado Matrimonio
The Diocese requires six months preparation prior to marriage. Please contact a priest to schedule an appointment.
La Diócesis pide que se prepare con seis meses de anticipación. Por favor, haga cita con un sacerdote.
Funerals
Funerales
The priest would like to meet with the family prior to the funeral service.
El sacerdote le gustaria reunirse con la familia antes del servicio funebre.
Parish Registration Form
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Forma de Registro
| Forma de Registro in Español |
Our Parish School
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