It’s not too late to sign up for faith formation for elementary children in preparation to receive the Sacrament of Communion. Classes begin this week, Tuesday September 2nd for Year 1, Wednesday September 3rd for Year 2.

Do you carry with you precious memories of St. John Eudes Community –the people and events—that made a powerful change in your faith life through the 61 years of our community? We are archiving the community life and compiling them to feature at our upcoming festivities. Please share photos at events@sjeparish.net and share your stories or video messages.

Please join us in the liturgical celebrations of the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary on Friday, August 15th at 8:15am English Mass and 6:30pm Bilingual Mass.

With grateful heart, we thank Fr. John Avula for being with us this weekend with our community to share with us the blessed efforts of evangelization and faith formation in the diocese of Kurnool, India. Through your generosity and compassionate heart, the sacramental and community life of our brothers and sisters in India will continue to grow. Please give today and make checks payable to The Society of the Propagation of the Faith and be a part of the Spirit’s transformative work in Kurnool. Thank you!

Are you seeking a nurturing, faith-centered, and academically inspiring environment where your child can grow and thrive? St. John Eudes School for TK through 8th Grade is dedicated to excellence in Catholic Education while nurturing every child with in spiritual guidance, intellectual challenge and personal development with the warmth of Family atmosphere. Please call our school office or visit the website to schedule your personal tour. We’re more than just a school – we are family in God.

Our ESL class is part of the long-standing tradition of our parish where we offer this time as a resource to the members of our community who wish to develop their proficiency in the English language. Not only do we seek students but we also ask interested teachers who has the spirit of service and experience in teaching English as a Second Language. Please see the bulletin on how to volunteer.

Click on the link above to learn more!

We pray for our pilgrims who are journeying to the footsteps of St. John Eudes in France and visiting Our Lady of Lourdes. We welcome your prayer intercessions that you wish for Fr. Father Ethan and the pilgrims to carry in their journey. We are united in faith-filled love and joy in this important celebration. You’re invited to share it by emailing events@sjeparish.net. And as our pilgrims journey in faith, let us also lift them in prayer as they carry us in theirs.

May 23-26 www.sjecarnival.com

Join us June 24th, Veneration of the Relic of St Jude the Apostle

January 2024 Dear Parishioners, In the pages that follow is a summary of parish income and expenses for the fiscal year that concluded in June of 2023. Our total ordinary income increased by $29k over the prior fiscal year. Not including the forgiveness of the federal (PPP) loan, our income increased by $146k during the fiscal year. About $37k of the increase was from continued property rentals, $32k was from an increase in faith formation fees, and $25k from other miscellaneous income, including our parish carnival. The balance of the increase was due to your generous donations. There continues to be a trend towards more online giving, which is something we encourage. Thank you for your continued generosity and support! While overall expenses decreased by $20k, we still had a net deficit of $187k. Much of this is reflected in the nearly $100k security grant from the State of California for which we are still waiting for reimbursement, while the remainder of the deficit can be found in higher costs for employee health insurance, utilities, and other administrative expenses. While we have many excellent volunteers, employing trained professionals is necessary to provide high quality services to our 2,700 parish families. The Finance Council has made recommendations where we can reduce and eliminate the deficit where needed, and moving forward this year it is my expectation in collaboration with the Finance Council to eliminate the current deficit. As we do every year, our parish made significant donations to the Together in Mission annual appeal, Catholic Charities, St. Vincent de Paul Society, and other charities. We are excited to share that as of June 30th, 2023, our contributions to our Called to Renew capital campaign totaled $347k, which is over 20% of our $1.646 million total pledge. Work on our church and school roofing and HVAC systems are beginning in the near future. Our parish assets remain well positioned as our total cash and investments are $845k. I leave you with a note from St. Paul: “You are being enriched in every way for all generosity, which through us produces thanksgiving to God, for the administration of this public service is not only supplying the needs of the holy ones but is also overflowing in many acts of thanksgiving to God.” (2 Cor 9:11-12) Fr. Ethan Southard, Pastor Mercedes Dakay, Finance Council Chair Finance Council Members: Primo Custodio, Jenny Crandall, Brian Safdari, Dennis Resurreccion, Dennis Loomis, Lisett Bautista, Victor Asemwota, Shy Suttles

Join us! Saturday, January 28th 10 am - 1 pm Learn what makes St John Eudes School a great choice for TK - 8th grade. Tour campus, meet teachers and see student work on display.

In the spirit of synodality, we are approaching a major turning point in our parish as we are lead to be in deep communion, draw visions and allow hope to flourish. Together let us welcome the new season in our parish community during this year of our 60th year anniversary. All leaders and volunteers of all ministries in the parish are called to mandatory pastoral formation for communion, encounter and consultation. All parishioners are welcome to participate and be part of the Holy Spirit revealing the Lord’s Plan for our faith community.

It’s not too late to sign up for Vacation Bible School! Click on the Link below and experience how Jesus cares “fur” you!!! Reserve a “spot” for your child today!