IN MEMORIAM
MARCH 3, 1928 – DECEMBER 3, 2024
Most Reverend John Stephen Cummins †
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Bishop Emeritus John S. Cummins †. We pray for the repose of his soul. May he rest in peace.
For funeral rite schedule or additional information, click here.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to ministries dear to Bishop Cummins
FACE (Family Aid Catholic Education) and Priest Retirement Fund.
Second Collection:
Maintenance & Improvement Fund
On the first weekend of each month,
we are dedicating the Second Collection for our Parish Maintenance & Improvement Fund. Restricted funds collected will be used for the maintenance and improvements of our facilities and deferred maintenance.
The M&I Fund can be used for repairs such as plumbing issues, roof leaks, campus lighting and improved security, just to name a few. Please keep in mind that supporting this fund should be above and beyond what you already tithe to our regular plate collection. It shouldn’t take the place of your overall support to the parish through our regular plate collection.
If you have further questions, contact Eric Hom at eric@holyspiritfremont.org.
Maintenance Technician Lead Needed
Holy Spirit Parish & School is seeking a qualified individual as our part-time, 23 hours per week, Maintenance Technician Lead.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing preventative and predictive routine maintenance work, semi-skilled carpentry and plumbing work along with other minor buildings and grounds repair work throughout the campus.
Click on the “LEARN MORE” button below for responsibilities and job classifications.
Interested candidates should send their cover letter and resume to Eric Hom, Business Manager at eric@holyspiritfremont.org.
December 15-23, 2024 | 6:30 pm
Simbang Gabi 2024
Join us in preparation for the birth of Jesus, our Lord and Savior.
To support our Simbang Gabi Novena, please contact the following:
Mass Sponsor: Patrick Bajet, pbajet@yahoo.com
Souvenir Booklet: Albert Leano, 310.867.3266
General Fund: Pat Saturnio, 510.468.7321
Lector/Eucharistic Minister: Femy Fonacier, 408.307.0359.
To make a donation, click on the “Online Donation” button below.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2024 | 3:00 PM CHURCH
Holy Spirit Music Ministry Christmas Concert
Let’s celebrate the birth of our Savior and enter the Christmas season with glorious music. Join us for our annual Christmas concert. Enjoy performances by our Adult Choirs, Children’s Choir, and featured soloists.
Christmas Mass Times
Tuesday, December 24, 2024 – Christmas Eve
4:00 pm, 6:00 pm, and 8:30 pm
12:00 midnight
Carols begin at 11:30 pm.
Wednesday, December 25, 2024 – Christmas Day
7:15 am, 9:00 am, 10:45 am, and 12:30 pm
There is NO 5:00 pm Mass.
Christmas & New Year Holiday Closures
In observance of Christmas and New Year, please note the following parish closures and modified hours:
Dec. 24, 2024 to Jan. 5, 2025
De Sousa House Closed
Dec. 24-29, 2024 & Dec. 31, 2024 to Jan.1, 2025
Parish Office & Rectory Closed
Dec. 30, 2024 & Jan. 2-5, 2025
Parish Office & Rectory Modified Hours
9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Holy Day of Obligation
Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Mother of God
& New Year Mass Times
New Year’s Eve | Tuesday | December 31, 2024
10:00 pm – Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
11:00 pm – Mass
New Year’s Day | Wednesday | January 1, 2025
7:00 and 8:15 am
6:30 pm
Diaconate Formation Information Meetings
ARE YOU BEING CALLED TO THE DIACONATE?
A new Deacon Formation class is starting in the Diocese of Oakland.
For more information, interested men and their wives are invited to attend one of the information meetings.
Date: Sunday, January 5, 2025 OR Sunday, January 26, 2025
Time: 2:00 – 3:00 pm
Location: Transfiguration Church Parish Hall, 4000 E. Castro Valley Blvd., Castro Valley
For more information, Cielo Barroso-Branco in the Diocesan Office of Clergy Services: 510.267.8356 or CBranco@oakdiocese.org
CHAPTER 11 UPDATE
A letter from the Most Reverend Michael C. Barber, S.J.:
Dear faithful Catholics and friends of the Diocese of Oakland,
May the peace and love of our Lord Jesus Christ continue to be with each one of you!
I want to update you on the progress we have made since May 8, 2023, when the Roman Catholic Bishop of Oakland (the Diocese) made the difficult but necessary decision to seek bankruptcy protection.
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Please click the button below to read Bishop Barber’s letter in its entirety.
Be part of the rich history of Holy Spirit Fremont
We have stained-glass windows and panels available for sponsorship:
• Gifts of the Holy Spirit (2): $12,000 each
• Fruits of the Holy Spirit (4): $10,000 each
• Exterior panels with parish Mission Statement – St. John side (2): $12,000 each
• Panel with Music Staff – Choir area: $12,000
Lower panel – choir area: $5,000
For more information on how to support our parish through this ongoing beautification project, contact Jeff@holyspiritfremont.org