24 December 2017 . 770-479-8923 tel * 2941 Sam Nelson Road * Canton, GA 30114 * 770-479-6025 fax

MASS SCHEDULE AND INTENTIONS

HORARIO DE MISAS E INTENCIONES

Saturday, December 23 5:30pm — Brian and Viviana Dyckowski (Anniversary) Sunday, December 24 8:00am — John F Donoghue † 11:00am — David Johnston † Christmas Eve — Noche Buena 4:00pm — Pedro Vazquez † (English Mass) 7:00pm — Eugene Marino † (Misa Español) Christmas Day — Navidad Monday, December 25 10:00am — Carolina Van Houten † 12:00pm — Monstserrat Peña † Tuesday, December 26 9:00am — Communion Service Wednesday, December 27 6:30pm — Communion Service Thursday, December 28 9:00am — Communion Service Saturday, December 30

5:30pm — Jim and Susan (50th Anniversary) Sunday, December 31 8:00am — Alfredo Azula † 11:00am — Carolina VanHouten † 5:30pm — James Lyke † (Misa Español) Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God — Solemnidad de Maria, Madre de Dios

Monday, January 1st 10:00am — Eucharist 12:00pm — Eucaristia

FOR OUR SICK AND ALL IN NEED OF HEALING

POR NUESTROS ENFERMOS

y todos quien NECESITAN SANACIÓN

Sunday Fourth Sunday of Advent 2 Sm 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16; Ps 89:2-3, 4-5, 27, 29; Rom 16:25-27; Lk 1:26-38 Vigil: Is 62:1-5; Ps 89:4-5, 16-17, 27, 29; Acts 13:16-17, 22-25; Mt 1:1-25 or Mt 1:18-25

David’s posterity shall endure forever. His kingship finds its fulfillment in the son of Mary, Jesus the Christ. To him be glory and praise forever.

The Nativity of The Lord God’s covenant gloriously shines forth

in the birth of Jesus, son of David. Night: Is 9:1 - 6; Ps 96:1 - 3, 11 - 13; Ti 2:11 - 14; Lk 2:1 - 14

Darkness is scattered, God’s grace is revealed in the birth of the Messiah.

Dawn: Is 62:11 - 12; Ps 97:1, 6, 11 - 12; Ti 3:4 - 7; Lk 2:15 - 20

Our of love for us, God became flesh, for our Saviour has appeared. Light dawns for us all!

Day: Is 52:7-10; Ps 98:1-6; Heb 1:1-6; Jn 1:1-18 or 1:1-5, 9-14

God has spoken to us through his Son, the Word made flesh.

Thus has salvation been revealed to all the nations.

Tuesday Saint Stephen, The First Martyr Acts 6:8-10; 7:54-59; Ps 31:3cd-4, 6 and 8ab, 16bc and 17; Mt 10:17-22 Wednesday Saint John, Apostle and Evangelist 1 Jn 1:1-4; Ps 97:1-2, 5-6, 11-12; Jn 20:1a, 2-8 Thursday The Holy Innocents, Martyrs 1 Jn 1:5—2:2; Ps 124:2-3, 4-5, 7cd-8; Mt 2:13-18 Friday Fifth Day within the Octave of the Nativity of the Lord / Saint Thomas Becket, Bishop and Martyr 1 Jn 2:3-11; Ps 96:1-2a, 2b-3, 5b-6; Lk 2:22-35 Saturday Sixth Day within the Octave of the Nativity of the Lord 1 Jn 2:12-17; Ps 96:7-8a, 8b-9, 10; Lk 2:36-40 Sunday The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph Sir 3:2-6, 12-14; Ps 128:1-2, 3, 4-5; Col 3:12-21 or Col 3:12-17; Lk 2:22-40 or Lk 2:22, 39-40 or, for Year B,Gn 15:1-6; 21:1-3; Ps 105: 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 8-9;Heb 11:8, 11-12, 17-19; Lk 2:22-40 or Lk 2:22, 39-40 Family life is rooted in the unconditional love of God as witnessed by the Holy Family. Mindful of his covenant, God blesses the faith of Abraham and Sarah in their son, Isaac. The child Jesus and his parents are blessed by Simeon.

READINGS FOR THE WEEK

LECTURAS PARA LA SEMANA

Brian Lindner Daniel Zurita Mikaela Rose MaryAnn Gasko

Tom McEvoy Meg Ladner Higinio Horta Keith Kahn

James Deverteuil Victor Reyes Louise Baker

Anthony Aloe Ben Ball

Brandon West Cameron Collins

Cody Bilodeau Cory Shannon David Cotter

Jeff Goodwin John A. Minnich

Jullian Walker Kasey Mortilaro

Lt Cl James Deverteuil Nelson Rivera Randy Eaton

Rick Savage Ryan Halloran Sean Collins Steve Canty Terry Smith Trey Rickert

For those who serve...

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Welcome to our parish! We are glad that you chose to worship with us.

If you would like to join our parish family, please ask one of the ush-

ers for a registration form, fill it out and either return it to an usher,

mail it or bring it to the parish office.

God Bless!

¡Bienvenidos! Nos complace que haya elegido celebrar con nosotros.

Si usted desea unirse a nuestra familia parroquial, por favor pídale a

uno de los acomodadores un formulario de inscripción, llénelo y,

o bien devuélvalo a un acomodador, envíelo por correo o tráigalo a la

oficina parroquial.

¡Dios los Bendiga!

Catequésis Familiar — Family Catechesis

El Espíritu de Dios viene a nosotros en las formas en que menos nos lo esperamos.

Escucha la Palabra (Lucas 1:26-38) Cuando escuchas esta lectura acerca de María, ¿qué parte de la lectura te llega más al corazón? Ve tu vida Pregunta para los niños: Si tuvieras que contar a alguien algo sobre María, la madre de Jesús, ¿qué le dirías? Pregunta para los jóvenes: El saludo del ángel Gabriel a María fue, “Alégrate, llena de gracia, el Señor está contigo. Éste es el saludo de Dios para cada uno de nosotros también: Dios nos ama tal como somos. ¿Cuáles son algunas de tus fortalezas personales por las que Dios se regocija? Pregunta para los adultos: Mencione un área de su vida en la que Dios le haya sorprendido con amor, capacidades, inclusive con un hijo/a. ¿Cómo ha obrado el Espíritu de Dios en usted en esta dimensión de su vida? Actividades para la semana Tomen estas actividades para reflexionar mas:

María dijo "sí" al llamado de Dios sin saber lo que significaría. Su historia nos muestra que nada es imposible para Dios. Piense en alguna situación de su vida familiar que cree que es imposible. Durante el tiempo de oración en esta semana, pida a Dios que lo ayude con esa situación.

Reúnase con su familia y recen los Misterios Gozosos del Rosario. Pidan a María que les dé el coraje de escuchar a Dios como ella lo hizo.

Cada uno de nosotros tiene un lugar en el desarrollo de nuestra historia familiar. ¿Cómo ha transmitido la historia de fe a su familia?

Repase el Ave María con sus hijos. Asegúrese de que todos puedan decirlo de memoria.

God's Spirit comes to us in ways we least expect.

Listen to the Word (Luke 1:26-38) As you hear this reading about Mary today, what words or phrases strike you? What in this reading touches your heart? Look into your life Question for children: If you were to tell someone one thing about Jesus’ mother, Mary, what would you say? Question for youth: Gabriel's greeting to Mary was, "Hail, favored one! The Lord is with you." This is God's greeting to each of us – he loves us just as we are. What are some of your personal strengths that God rejoices in? Question for adults: Name one area of your life where God has surprised you with love, abilities, or even a pregnancy. How is God’s Spirit upon you in this dimension of life? Activities for the week Take these activities to further reflect: Mary said "yes" to God’s call without knowing what it would

mean. Her story shows that nothing is impossible with God. Think of one area of your family life that you think is impossible. During prayer time this week, ask God for assistance with that family situation.

Gather with your family and say the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary together. Ask Mary to give you the courage to listen to God as she did.

Each of us has a place in the unfolding story of our family history. How have you carried on the story of faith in your family?

Review the Hail Mary with your children. Make sure they can each say it from memory.

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En la primera lectura, Dios promete al Rey David que su hogar y su reino durarán para siempre. Es a través del “Sí” de María – “yo soy la servidora del Señor, hágase en mí tal como has dicho” – que la promesa se cumple.

In the first reading, God promises King David that his house and his kingdom will endure forever. It is through Mary’s “Yes” – “I am the handmaid of the Lord. Let it be done to me as you say.” – that the promise finds fulfillment.

CORRESPONSABILIDAD DE ACUERDO A LA BIBLIA

STEWARDSHIP BY THE BIBLE

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The Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord & Solemnidad de la Natividad del Señor Mass Schedule Horario de Misas

Sunday, December 24th, 2017

Vigil of Christmas & Vigilia de Navidad 4:00 p.m. Mass (Parish Center)

7:00 p.m. Misa en español (Parish Center)

Monday, December 25th, 2017

Christmas Day & Día de Navidad 10:00 a.m. Mass in English (Sanctuary) and 12:00 p.m. Misa en español (Sanctuary)

Sunday, December 31st, 2017

Feast of the Holy Family & Fiesta de la Sagrada Familia Regular weekend Mass Schedule § Horario regular de Misas

January 1st, 2018

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God & Solemnidad de María, Madre de Dios 10:00 a.m. Mass in English and 12:00 p.m. Misa en español

January 6th and 7th , 2018

Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord & Solemnidad de la Epifanía del Señor Regular weekend Mass Schedule § Horario regular de Misas

All are welcome to celebrate with us our Christmas Season Masses

¡Todos son bienvenidos a celebrar con nosotros las Misas de la Epoca de Navidad!

COMING HOME THIS CHRISTMAS Christmas is a time for coming home to be with people we love and have missed. When someone who has been away for a long time comes back to the family there is great rejoicing. The same is true with the Church family. So when you come to church this Christmas and someone is sitting in your pew, do not be upset; instead, let us rejoice that others are coming to church. Let us not be irritated if we may have to get cozy to accommodate more people in the pews. Christmas is love, let us show that love to our fellow Catholics whether they are regular Mass attendees or just come on the Holy Days.

The most important fact is that they are here! Their presence tells us that there is still a Catholic spark in their heart and we want to make that spark glow so that their hearts are once again on fire for the Catholic faith.

REGRESANDO A CASA ESTA NAVIDAD La Navidad es una época para volver a casa para estar con la gente que amamos y hemos extrañado. Cuando alguien que ha estado ausente por mucho tiempo regresa a la familia hay una gran alegría. Lo mismo ocurre con la familia de la Iglesia. Así que cuando llegue a la iglesia esta Navidad y alguien esté sentado en su asiento regular, no se enoje; por el contrario, alegrémonos de que otros estén viniendo a la iglesia. No nos irritemos si tene-mos que juntarnos mas para dar cabida a más personas en las bancas. La Navidad es amor, vamos a demostrar el amor a nuestras hermanas y hermanos católicos sean o no asistentes regulares a las Misas o solo vengan en los días solemnes.

¡Lo más importante es que están aquí! Su presencia nos dice que hay una chispa católica en su corazón y queremos que esa chispa brille para que sus corazones nuevamente sientan sed por la fe Católica.

Parking at Christmas As we remember and celebrate the Birth of the Messiah we pay attention to the beauty of the season, and yet we also have to consider some other mundane and practical matters such as parking. Please remember that in the next weekend we will probably have a larger than usual number of people worshiping at Our Lady of La Salette; and we all know first hand that our parking situation is not ideal. Let us be mindful of that reality and let us become a little more considerate of one another. Let us allow our Christian values to shine as we come to worship next weekend. If you are able, please park as far away from the church as you can, so that others who are less able than you are, may park closer to the en-trance to the church. Remember that we can park on our rectory grounds across the street from the church and that if we do it in an organized man-ner we can maximize the use of the parking space there also.

Have a Merry and Blessed Christmas

Estacionamiento en Navidad Cuando recordamos y celebramos el Nacimiento del Mesías, prestamos atención a la belleza de la temporada y, sin embargo, también tenemos que considerar otras cuestiones mundanas y prácticas, como el es-tacionamiento. Por favor, recuerden que en el próximo fin de semana probable-mente tengamos un número de personas mayor de lo habitual que adoran en Nuestra Señora de La Salette; y todos sabemos de primera mano que la situación del estacionamiento no es ideal. Permítanos ser conscientes de esa realidad y permítanos ser un poco más considerados el uno del otro. Permitamos que nuestros valores cristianos brillen cuando vengamos a adorar el próximo fin de semana. Si puede, estacione lo más lejos posible de la iglesia, para que otros que sean menos capaces que usted, se estacionen más cerca de la entrada de la iglesia. Recuerde que podemos estacionar en el terreno de nuestra rectoría al otro lado de la calle de la iglesia y que si lo hacemos de una manera organizada, podemos maximizar el uso del espacio de estacionamiento allí también. Deseandoles una Feliz y Bendita Navidad

PLEASE NOTE: THE PARISH OFFICE IS CLOSED FROM DECEMBER 22 THORUGH JANUARY 5, 2018. WE WILL REOPEN ON MONDAY, JANUARY 8, 2018.

TOME NOTA: LA OFICINA PARROQUIAL ESTARÁ CERRADA DEL 22 DE DICIEMBRE HASTA EL 5 DE ENERO, 2018. REABRIREMOS EL DIA LUNES, 8 DE ENERO DEL 2018.

Save the date... Saturday, January 13, 2018 at 7:00pm

Ministers’ Appreciation Dinner

Aparte la fecha... Sábado 13 de enero del 2018 a las 7:00pm

Cena de Apreciación de Ministros

¡Dios con nosotros! God with us!

Emmanuel Te bendecimos, Señor, porque tu Hijo, al hacerse hombre, compartió la vida de familia y conoció sus preocupaciones y alegrías. Te suplicamos ahora, Señor, en favor de nuestras familias: guárdalas y protégelas, para que, fortalecidas con tu gracia, gocen de prosperidad, vivan en concordia y, como Iglesia doméstica, sean en el mundo testigos de tu gloria. Por Jesucristo, nuestro Señor. Amén

We bless your name, Lord, for sending your own incarnate Son,

to become part of a family, so that, as he lived his life,

he would experience its worries and its joys.

We ask you, Lord, to protect and watch

over our families, so that in the strength of your grace

their members may enjoy prosperity, possess the priceless gift of your peace,

and, as the Church alive in the home, bear witness in this world to your glory.

We ask this thought Christ our Lord. Amen.

For a child is born to us, a son is given us; upon his shoulders dominion rests. Porque un niño nos ha nacido, un hijo se nos ha dado; lleva sobre sus hombros el signo del imperio.

25 de diciembre

Solemnidad de la Natividad del Señor ¡Hoy nos ha nacido un Salvador! En respuesta a un amor tan grande, sólo el regalo de mí mismo será suficiente. Querido Señor, te has dado a nosotros; en amor y agradecimiento, me entrego de nuevo a ti.

December 25

Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord For unto us is born this day a Savior! In response to so great a love, only the gift of my whole self will do. You have given us yourself, dear Lord; in love and

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In Memory of: Irene Andrejski Mary Allen Caroline Buschur Betty Brenan Borger Family Edward Bonnici Eugene Booth Linda Boyette Beverly Berretta Rocky Berretta Gene Berretta Samm Berretta Familia Benitez Edith and Earl Boal Richard Banet Elizabeth Banet Jason Cornell SJ Cornell Family Tom and Helen Collins Zane Collins Diane Centenaro Carlisle Cox, Sr. Victoria Cox Carlisle Cox, Jr. Nancy Cox Dave Crawford Ann Crawford Charlotte Crawford Bill Crawford Cox Margarita Cline Judy Cox Bo Cox Anna Marie Cotter Gerald Crosby Helen and Lou DeLuca Sandy Dixon Ken Dixon Angelo Ditty, Sr. Lou and Helen DeLuca Chester David Margaret David Savannah Eaton Triston Eaton Charles Elliott, Sr. Miguel Forte R.O. and Frances Fincher Delia H. Fine Rosemarie Falbo

In Memory of: Rita Gibbons John Gibbons Steve Gradski Family Silas Garnsey Daniel Garnsey Cecil Michael Gibbs Gizinski Family Ursula Gavitsky Charlie Hallacy Sa Hamby Frank Harris Karen D. Hassinger Francis Husar Gerald Hoetink Anna Hahn John Hahn Virginia Hahn David Johnston Ruth Kirby Cora Kelson Leo and Adele Kendziora Lindsay Kendziora All Deceased Knights Evan Kreeger Kump Family Klug Family Lundgard Family Jenny Langhorst McDonald Family Carolina Mejia Joan Montoro Jessica McCartney Art Moore Jen Moore David McDonald Rose and Frank McNellie Larry Newman George O’Neill Family Antonio Oliveira Lloyd Payne Leon C. Pierro Donald Priegel The Peel Family Bill Pennebaker Salvador Riggi Edward Ryzkiewicz The Ryzkiewicz Family Lena Raykowski Mark Smart Marcelina Salazar Jan Shiver Myron Shawala, Sr. Patricia Shawala

In Memory of: Harry Teribury CJ TenBarge Family Zella and H.W. Tarkington Jill Joanne Taylor Jeffrey Mark Taylor Joseph Tubilewicz, Sr. Louis A. Tirelli The Tirelli Family The Trossbach Family Familia Tarde Monteen Vanadore Dawn Marie Whitmore Tom Washburn Florence Warnke Edwin Warnke In Honor of: Judy and Mike Brown Ellen Brown Susan Buschur Jim Buschur Sheree Fincher-Sawyer Ann Furman Don Furman Linda Flory Dave Flory Bernadette Greecher Mary Ann Gasko Fred Gasko Joyce Harris The Family of Ray and Trudie Horton Mark Kujak Barbara Kujak Jack Moore Helen Marshall Linda McFarland Lawrence McFarland Bill McNellie Debbie McNellie The Moore Kids John Megill Sheila Megill Nancy Ragsdale Joe Ragsdale Deacon John Stanley Aggie Warren Barry Young Carmen Young

Christmas Flower Donations

Generously Provided by: Lawrence and Donna Bryan Stephen and Sandra Banet Laurie and Robert Cooke Ursula Cox Frank X. Cotter Kevin and Suzanne Dixon Caroline Ditty Bernadette Greecher Shari Garnsey Jennifer Gronroos Steve and Ded Hallacy Wendell Henry Ray and Trudie Horton Hidegard Husar Cathy and Charles Hoetink Martha Johnston William and Lucila Kelson Lee Kendziora Fred and Jeanne Kump Susan L. Lampas Jean and Dick McDonald William and Debra McNellie George and Caroline O’Neill Steve and Sonia Oliveira Edilma Payne Mr. and Mrs. Pierro Irene Priegel Mary Peel Philip and Margaret Ryzkiewicz Myron and Cheslene Shawala Gary and Dorothy Teribury Patricia Tarde Mark Whitmore John Wolcott Richard and Patrick Warnke Anonymous

Thank you to all who contributed to the Christmas Flowers. The following dedications were made:

Gracias a todos los que contribuyeron para las Flores deNavidad. Las siguientes dedicaciones fueron hechas:

Monday, December 25 10:00 am Eucharist

12:00 pm Eucaristía

Tuesday, December 26 9:00 am Communion Service

9:30 am Soup Kitchen

9:30 am Women’s Book Group

Wednesday, December 27 12:10 pm Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament

6:30 pm Sacramental Preparation

6:30 pm Youth Group

6:30 pm Communion Service

Thursday, December 28 9:00 am Communion Service

9:30 am Scripture Study

9:30 am Soup Ministry

7:00 pm Scripture Study

7:00 pm Preparación Sacramental

Friday, December 29 9:00 am Forming Intentional Disciples

10:00 am Close-Knit Group

11:00 am Life after Loss Group

7:30 pm Jóvenes Adultos

Saturday, December 30 9:00 am Cursillo Group Meeting

11:00am Renovación Carismática

3:30 pm Choir Practice

4:30 pm Reconciliation

5:30 pm Eucharist

7:00 pm Celebración de la Palabra

Sunday, December 31 8:00 am Eucharist

11:00 am Eucharist

5:30 pm Eucaristía

OUR LADY OF LA SALETTE 2941 Sam Nelson Rd. Canton, GA 30114 770.479.8923 tel 770.479.6025 fax

WEEKEND MASS SCHEDULE

Saturday: 5:30pm Sunday: 8:00 and 11:00am in English. Domingo: 5:30pm en español

Reconciliation Saturday at 4:30pm or by appointment.

PASTORAL TEAM Reverend Victor J. Reyes, Pastor. vjreyes@lasalettecanton.com

Deacon Charlie Carignan. ccarignan@lasalettecanton.com Deacon John Stanley. jstanley@lasalettecanton.com Music Ministry. music@lasalettecanton.com Faith Formation. ffeng@lasalettecanton.com Formación de Fe. ffesp@lasalettecanton.com Youth Ministry. youthministry@lasalettecanton.com Parish Mgmnt. accountingmanager@lasalettecanton.com Parish Office. accountingmanager@lasalettecanton.com Bookkeeping. accountingmanager@lasalettecanton.com Maintenance. maintenance@lasalettecanton.com Bulletin/Web Site.accountingmanager@lasalettecanton.com

Whelp Wanted: Parish Administrative Assistant: Part-time (16 hrs/wk), fully bilingual (English/Spanish) self starter, organized, able to work without supervision, great communication skills, able to multitask and a very strong attention to detail; with knowledge and proficient use of computer software. Flexibility with work hours including some Sundays is necessary. Positive and service-oriented disposition is required. Email resume to search@lasalettecanton.com Se busca: Asistente Administrativo Parroquial Medio-tiempo (16 hrs/sem), completamente bilingüe (inglés/español) persona dinámi-ca, organizada, capaz de trabajar sin supervisión, gran capacidad de comunicación, capaz de realizar múltiples tareas y una gran atención a los detalles; con conocimiento y uso competente de programas de computación. Flexibilidad con las horas de trabajo es necesaria incluyendo algunos domingos. Se requiere una buena disposición, orienta-da al servicio. Enviar currículum al correo electrónico: search@lasalettecanton.com

PROMISE TO PROTECT. PLEDGE TO HEAL.

To report abuse call 888-437-0764 24 Hour Reporting Hotline

YOU MATTER. YOU ARE FAMILY. WE ARE HERE TO LISTEN AND TAKE ACTION

Saturday 5:30pm Sacristan Carmen Young Hospitality Bill McNellie Phil Ryzkiewicz Barry Young Altar Server Enrique Sr Torres Valerie Torres

Lector Wendell Henry E.M.H.C. Caroline Ditty Martha Johnston

Sunday 8:00am Sacristan Elizabeth Garner Hospitality Gary Johnson Randy Johnson Bob Rush Altar Server Jose Herrera Diego Herrera

Lector Vince Baker E.M.H.C. Lorene Buresh Sue Deering

Sunday 11:00am Sacristan Greg Patterson Hospitality Andy Hatcher Lee Kendziora William Schollian Robert Vandel Altar Server Dillon Sawyers

Lector Keith Kahn Jean McDonald E.M.H.C. Mary Fleckner Pam Selden

Sunday 5:30pm Sacristan Eleuteria Bastidas

Hospitality Mario Tubac Adelina Luen Petrona Mateo Celso Chuy Gustavo Castro Altar Server Misael Salgado Matias Francisco

Lector Angel Francisco Aida Mendez Isabel Garcia Lucas Argueta M.E.S.C Lucila Kelson Mario Herrera Maria Andrade Roberto Mendez Luis Herrera

MASS MINISTRY 12/30 AND 12/31

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St. Vincent de Paul Conference “And the King will say to them in reply, ‘Amen, I say to you, what-

ever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for ME’”. Matthew 25:40

Ministry Meeting 1st & 3rd Wednesdays

10:00am in the SVDP Annex Reunion del Ministerio 1er y 3er Miercoles

10:00am en el Anexo SVDP

Help Line: 678-892-6163

Línea de Ayuda: 470-377-3718 To Volunteer / Para ser voluntario:

Attend a Ministry Meeting

THANK YOU for your continued support.

GRACIAS por su apoyo continuo.