SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
I recently listened to a podcast with Bill Perkins, the author of the book called Die With Zero. It was a fascinating listen and the book should prove to be a great read. The basic thesis is to spend your money on things that bring fulfillment now and not just save it up till you…
DetailsConcert of “Joy & Light”, The Baroque Christmas Concert
Greetings Saint Simon Parishioners, Back in Ireland we call the Feast of the Epiphany, “Little Christmas.” It is another opportunity for families to gather together. While we always had turkey on Christmas Day, we always had spiced beef on Little Christmas which was more of a treat than turkey. For us children, Little Christmas…
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Art Journaling Retreat – Saturday, February 4, 2023 9am-12pm
Art/Visual Journaling Retreat – presented by the Hope and Wellness Ministry Saturday, February 4, 9am-12pm. Simon Room at St. Simon Parish. Come and learn how to use expressive art as a means of healing through art journaling. You don’t have to be an artist! No skills or previous experience required. Scientists and medical professionals…
DetailsThe Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord
On Tuesday, the parish office re-opened after Christmas break and we had our staff meeting. We hold semi-monthly meetings with the pastoral staff to keep each other connected and up to date with the various activities and ministry work going on in the parish. To build a positive staff culture, we share highs and lows…
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Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI Memorial Mass
Memorial Mass for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI Thursday, January 5 at 7pm Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph, 80 Market St, San Jose CA 95113 More information on Pope Benedict: Reflection by the Most Reverend Timothy P. Broglio, Archbishop for the Military Services, USA and President of USCCB upon the death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI…
DetailsSolemnity of blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God
I hope you had a great Christmas with family and friends and found some time to rest and take time off work during this week. If you were working, I hope you at least had some time to slow down just a little to absorb the profundity of the message of Christmas—God loves us so…
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END OF YEAR GIVING
We are grateful to all Saint Simon Parishioners for your generous support throughout the year. If you are looking to give a little more before the end of this calendar year, please consider supporting Saint Simon in these ways: Sunday offering and other charities (you chose the fund from the drop down menu) click here …
DetailsThe Nativity of the Lord
Hallelujah! Christ is born! Christmas is finally here, and we now gather in churches all over the world to celebrate that the Word was made flesh and God chose to become one of us in Jesus Christ. Over the last two years we have been in a pandemic, something none of us expected during…
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