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Church of the Resurrection
Sunnyvale, California
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Welcome to Church of Resurrection
We are a spiritual Catholic community, located in Sunnyvale, California, part of the Diocese of San Jose. We welcome and encourage you to join us for Mass, participate in our ministries, and get to know the wonderful people who make up our parish family. Together, we can deepen our relationship with God and one another.
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Mass and Confession Schedule
Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
August 23, 2026
Eucharistic Adoration:
Thursday 8:45 am - 12:00 pm (in Chapel)
Weekday Mass:
Monday - Saturday 8:15 am (in Chapel)
Tuesday and Wednesday 5:30 pm (in Chapel)
Today's Readings:
Benediction:
Thursday 12:00 pm (in Chapel)
Sacrament of Reconciliation:
Saturday 4:00 - 4:45 pm (Confessional Room in Church)
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Pastor's Column
August 30, 2026
The Gift and Mission of Faith Formation
Our Catholic faith is a gift—one meant to be learned, lived, and shared. While Sunday Mass is the beating heart of our Catholic life, our growth in faith doesn't end when Mass concludes. We are all called to deepen our relationship with Jesus, understand what we believe, cultivate a prayer life, and help our children integrate faith into their everyday lives.
Faith formation is not just for children preparing for sacraments; it is a lifelong journey for every one of us. Wherever you are on your path, there is always more to discover about God and the gift of His Church.
Religious Education (PreK/Kinder – Grade 8) Our Religious Education program welcomes children from PreK/Kindergarten through 8th grade, including those preparing for First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion. Our goal goes beyond sacrament preparation: we aim to help children know Jesus, understand the Mass, and build a faith foundation that lasts a lifetime.
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Registration: Open now!
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First Class: Sunday, September 13 at 11:15 AM. (See the bulletin for registration details.)
Youth Confirmation: Designed for high school students, our Confirmation program helps teens deepen their faith, receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit, and discern how God is calling them to serve.
Youth Ministry: Our Youth Ministry offers teens a safe, welcoming space to build authentic friendships, ask real questions, serve others, and draw closer to Christ.
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Kickoff: Sunday, September 13, following the 10:00 AM Mass at the Youth Center.
Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA): Have you or someone you know considered becoming Catholic? Were you baptized Catholic, but never received First Communion or Confirmation? Or do you simply want to rediscover your faith? OCIA is more than a class—it is a journey of prayer, community, and encounter with Christ.
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First Gathering: Sunday, September 13, following the 10: 00 AM mass at the School Library. Pick up a brochure at the church exits or contact Deacon Mike for details.
Finally, I want to express my deep gratitude to our catechists, coordinators, and Faith Formation leaders. Thank you for pouring your time, energy, and love into this ministry. Through your service, you accompany parents in forming the next generation of Catholics while walking alongside adults seeking Christ.
As we begin this new year, let us remember: Faith formation is not simply another parish program. It is at the core of who we are and what we are called to do. Together, may we continue building a parish where children, youth, adults, and families are actively learning, living, and loving our Catholic faith.
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Bringing Sunday Home
PRAY • REFLECT • LIVE
Family Reflection:
In today’s Gospel, Jesus tells His disciples, “Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me.”
Taking up our cross does not always mean doing something extraordinary. Often, it happens in the ordinary moments of family life—when we choose patience instead of anger, forgive when we have been hurt, help when we would rather relax, or put someone else’s needs before our own.
Jesus shows us that real love sometimes asks something of us. Following Jesus means choosing to love even when loving is not easy.
Talk About It:
Ask each other:
“What is something that is difficult for me right now where Jesus is asking me to choose love?”
For younger children, try:
“When is it hardest for you to be kind?”
Talk about one way Jesus can help each of you.
Family Activity:
“Choose Love” Challenge.
Each morning, choose one small sacrifice you can make for someone else.
· Help without being asked.
· Let someone else go first.
· Put down your phone and listen.
· Forgive instead of holding a grudge.
· Do a chore without complaining.
At the end of the day, ask yourself:
“How did I carry my cross and follow Jesus today?”
Family Prayer:
Lord Jesus, You showed us that true love is willing to sacrifice. Help us to follow You, especially when doing what is right is difficult.
Give our family patience when we are frustrated, generosity when we are selfish, and courage when following You costs us something. Teach us to carry our crosses with love and to help one another carry theirs. Amen.
Upcoming Events
Aug. 31
Mon
Legion of Mary meets in the office to pray from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Sep. 2
Wed
Devotion to Mother of Perpetual Help Mass at 5:30 PM.
Scripture Study with Fr. Phong, Youth Room at 7:00 PM.
Sep. 3
Thur
Eucharistic Adoration and Benediction in the Chapel at 8:45 AM and 12 NN.
Sep. 5
Sat
Men’s Faith Sharing Group at 7:30 AM in Youth Room. Volunteer at St. Vincent De Paul distribution in the Church from 8:00 - 9:00 AM.
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Religious Education Registration Information
Register your children for Religious Education or the Youth Group!
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Complete the registration in the QR code below right.
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Religious Education classes are for Pre-K/Kinder to 8th Grade students.
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Contact: Jeanne Matsuda at 408-772-5383
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Youth Group membership is for High School students.
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Contact: Nisha Joseph at 847-345-0019
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Meet every Sunday from 11:15 am to 12:15 pm at Church of the Resurrection
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First Day is September 13th
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Altar Servers Needed For Sunday, 8:30 AM Mass
Our 8:30 am Sunday Mass is in need of additional altar servers to support our single volunteer, and any help you can provide is deeply appreciated. If your child is interested in serving, please contact our Altar Server support at magalong@gmail.com.
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Mission Appeal, August 28 & 29th
Each year in parishes throughout the United States, parishioners have the opportunity to hear about the world missions. Next weekend, August 29/30, Fr. John Washington will be speaking at all of the weekend Masses. Fr. Washington currently serves as Parochial Vicar at Queen of All Saints Parish in Warden, Washington, and Our Lady of the Desert Parish in Mattawa, Washington.
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Laudato Si' - Season of Creation
The introductory gathering of the first Laudato Si’ Circle on Sunday was a success! Thank you, parishioners, for showing up and proudly proclaiming your commitment to Care for Creation. This Season of Creation—September 1 through October 4 –is an appropriate time for the entire Church of the Resurrection congregation to pivot to answer the Cry of the Earth and the Cry of the Poor. We invite you to take advantage of the momentum.
Contact Joanne Artis 408-910-9662; joanneballartis@gmail.com
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Parish Picnic July 11, 2026
Together with Fr. Mark and Fr. Louis, over 200 parishioners, families, friends and volunteers gathered for a beautiful day of fellowship, food, fun and games. Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make our Parish picnic a joyful and successful event!
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Dear Parishioners,
In every generation, the Church is called to renew her mission and to prepare the way for those who will come after us. As members of this parish family, we have received so much from those who came before us—the gift of faith, a community of prayer, and a place where we encounter Christ. Now it is our turn to continue that legacy. With that spirit of gratitude and hope, I would like to share with you an important initiative taking place throughout our Diocese: the capital campaign called “Sowing Seeds of Faith.”
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Parish Survey and Listening Sessions - Results
Thank you to everyone who participated in our Parish Survey and Listening Sessions! More than 250 parishioners responded to the survey, and over 120 parishioners attended the listening sessions, generously offering their time, insights, and heartfelt input. Once again, we thank you for your openness, honesty, and commitment to the life and future of our parish. Please see the summary of results here.
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A Note About The Annual Diocesan Appeal
Each year, the Annual Diocesan Appeal (ADA) supports the regular operations of shared ministries and services that no single parish can sustain alone—from seminarian formation to Catholic Charites to faith formation resources.
For 2026 only, we will not have a separate ADA. Instead, we invite you to direct gifts you would ordinarily offer to the ADA toward the Sowing Seeds of Faith Campaign for Spiritual Renewal. This diocesan-wide campaign is helping every parish bring our Pastoral Plan to life.
Our parish will be participating in Sowing Seeds of Faith later this year, and we look forward to sharing more with you soon. In the meantime, thank you for your continued generosity and for walking with us as we discern how God is calling our community to grow.
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To view our Parish Leadership Team and Council Members' biographies, click here.
"Loving The Mass, Loving Jesus"
A Four-Weekend Journey Through The Parts Of The Mass
Liturgy of the Eucharist
(Part 3)
September 21 2025
Communion
and Concluding Rites
(Part 4)
September 28, 2025
"I am the Resurrection and the Life, he who believes in Me, though he die, yet shall he live,
Our Mission
To joyfully and actively celebrate the sacraments,
provide lifelong spiritual formation that nourishes our faith,
and lovingly and compassionately serve the world.
Our Vision
To be an enthusiastic, welcoming, and serving Catholic Community of Christ's Disciples.
Mosaic of Blessed Mother
The mosaic in the rear of the Church depicts the Blessed Mother. The Blessed Mother served as the spiritual theme for Fr. Nicholas Farana's initial parish outreach program called "R.O.P.E." (Reach out to People Everywhere)
Mosaic of Jesus
On the other side of the Mosaic of the Blessed Mother is the matching mosaic of Jesus with children of all different nations.
Stained Glass Art Windows
As you walk into Church of the Resurrection, you are greeted by the beauty of the stained glass art windows throughout the Church, behind the sanctuary, and in the Chapel.
and whoever lives and believes in Me shall never die." John 10:25
Visiting the Chapel
Statues of Child Jesus, Our Lady and St. Joseph in the Chapel were hand-carved in Ortisei-Bolzano, Italy. Looking at the Chapel window from within the Chapel, you see to the right of the entrance a faceted glass windows featuring St. Clare, co-patron saint of the Diocese of San Jose, and St. Francis of Assisi holding the Cross.
A replica of Michelangelo's Pieta graces the gardens in the piazza.