Below are some helpful links:
Pope Francis reveals top 10 secrets to happiness
Diocese of San Jose Facebook Page
Podcasts with homilies and youth group information from San Jose Diocese
Catholic App by Laudate for Android
Catholic App by Laudate for iPhone/iPad
Did you know? The candles used during Mass must be made of real wax: not electric, not synthetic. A wax candle burns, giving light as it consumes itself. Christ is the Light of the World and he poured himself out completely for us. The living flame at the altar is not a decoration; it points to the one who sacrifices Himself that we might live on fire with faith in Him!![]()
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¿Sabías que? Las velas que se usan en la Misa deben ser de cera real —no eléctricas ni sintéticas. Una vela de cera arde, dando luz al consumirse a sí misma. Cristo es la Luz del Mundo —y se entregó completamente por nosotros. La llama viva en el altar no es una decoración; apunta a Aquel que se sacrifica para que nosotros vivamos encendidos por la fe en Él.![]()
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In every entrance procession, the crucifix leads the way, inviting all to follow him to the altar of sacrifice and resurrection. The candles are not decorations. Their flames symbolize the Light of the World, accompanying us as we come as ourselves. Those who process in (altar servers, deacon, and presider) do so on behalf of the whole assembly, because the liturgy is always the action of the whole Church. Try to imagine yourself as part of that procession — walking toward the Lord who waits to embrace you. ![]()
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During the entrance procession, the Book of the Gospel is carried high with dignity and reverence. This is not just any book. Every word IS Christ. As John 1:1 states: "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God." When the deacon or lector carries the Book of the Gospel in procession, they carry Christ Himself. Watch for this beautiful moment next time you are at Mass!![]()
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