I H M CHURCH Pastor: Rev. Gabriel Ruiz, C.M.F. Associate Pastor: Rev. Malachy I. Osunwa, C.M.F. DEACONS Mr. Jorge Bonilla-Valentín Mr. Alfonso Cervantes OFFICE STAFF Patricia Vásquez - Business Manager Michelle Marín - Parish Secretary Lisa Martinez - Weekend Secretary Sandra Burks - Sacristan/Housekeeper Martin Piña - Maintenance Mary Salas - D.R.E. ST. ANTHONY CLARET COMMUNITY Rev. Gabriel Ruiz, C.M.F. Rev. Stephen Sherwood, C.M.F. Rev. Len Brown, C.M.F. Rev. Thomas Thennady, C.M.F. Rev. Malachy I. Osunwa, C.M.F. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament First Friday of the Month 6:30 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. MASS SCHEDULE SATURDAY / SÁBADO 8:00 A.M. (Marian Mass) Español 5:30 P.M. (Vigil) English (Ingles) SUNDAY / DOMINGO 9:00 A.M. English (Ingles) 10:30 A.M. Español (Spanish) 12:00 P.M. Español (Spanish) 5:00 P.M. Español (Spanish) MONDAY—FRIDAY / 12:00 P.M. Español (Spanish) CONFESSIONS / CONFESIONES Saturday (Sábado) 4:30 P.M. – 5:15 P.M. / or by appointment CCD OFFICE Saturday-Sunday from 10 A.M.-2 P.M. (210) 251-4826

A.C.T.S. Core Juan Ramirez Altar Servers Richard Salas Breakfast Ministry Graciela Rivera Cristo Rey Society Clara Nieto Eucharistic Ministry Gerardo Naylor Finance Committee Mario Riojas Guadalupanas Society Elena Salinas IHM Young Adults Maria Ramos Knights of Columbus Silvester Mireles Lectors Nancy Sierra

Mission Statement

Immaculate Heart of Mary is a home for all! We strive to bring people to God through the celebrations of the sacraments and the Word of God while addressing the special and spiritual needs of the parish: the poor, the youth, the elderly, the physically chal-lenged, the family and maintaining a multi-cultural heritage. Inmaculado Corazón de María es un hogar para todos! Nos esforzamos para llevar a la gente a Dios a través de la celebración de los sacramentos y la palabra de Dios, respon-diendo a las necesidades especiales y espirituales de la parroquia: los pobres, los jóvenes, los ancianos, los discapacitados, la familia y manteniendo un patrimonio multi-cultural.

OFFICE HOURS MONDAY-FRIDAY 9:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. 2:00 P.M. - 5:30 P.M. SATURDAY 8:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. SUNDAY 8:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.

Immaculate Heart of Mary Church 617 South Santa Rosa Ave. San Antonio, TX 78204 (210) 226-8268 Fax (210) 226-2412

Claretian Missionaries/Misioneros Claretianos OVER 100 YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY

Website: www.ihmsatx.org E-mail: admin@ihmsatx.org

Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time February 26, 2017

Liturgy Committee Nancy Sierra Men’s Club Fred Rodríguez Pastoral Council Terry Olguin Religious Education Mary Salas Senior Program Olga Gonzales Ushers Julio Sierra Wedding Coordinator Lisa Martinez Women’s Club Estella Rodriguez Youth Ministry Julio Sierra

Parish Organizations Directory

Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time February 26, 2017

Can a mother forget her infant, be without tenderness for the child of her womb? Even should

she forget, I will never forget you. — Isaiah 49:15

TODAY’S READINGS First Reading — God will never forget you (Isaiah 49:14-15) Psalm — Rest in God alone, my soul (Psalm 62). Second Reading — Make no judgments; the Lord will judge (1 Corinthians 4:1-5). Gospel — God feeds the bird and clothes the flowers. Do not be anxious; God knows all your needs (Matthew 6:24-34).

Classes &Dates PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!

For Registration requirements you can call the office, visit our website at www.ihmsatx.org or email us at admin@ihmsatx.org Register in the Parish office M–F 9am-1pm & 2pm-5:30pm.

PRIVATE BAPTISMS

Please remember that baptisms are a community event as we are welcoming the Child into the Catholic Community. Private bap-tisms should only be requested for medical emergencies and mili-tary deployment urgencies.

BAPTISM CLASSES March 17, 2017 (Spanish)

GROUP BAPTISM Saturday, Mar. 18th (Spanish)

BAPTISM CLASSES April 21, 2017 (English)

GROUP BAPTISM Saturday, Apr. 22nd (English)

BIBLE STUDY/ ESTUDIO DE BIBLIA English--Every Thursday at 6:30pm in the Par-ish office Conference room. Contact Deacon Alfonso Cervantes at 210-355-9105. Español-Domingos a las 10:15am. Estudio de Biblia que será los Miércoles empieza otra vez en Enero. Para mas información: Francisco Salazar 260-5880.

NOCHE DE COMUNIDAD Every 3rd Monday we have community night for prayer, praise and community fellowship. Everyone is invited. Come and see! ***Cada tercer Lunes tenemos la noche de la comunidad que es para alabanza, oración, y compañerismo. Invitamos a to-dos.

FORMATION & SPIRITUALITY

LECTURAS DE HOY Primera lectura — Dios nunca te olvidará (Isaías 49:14-15) Salmo — Descansa sólo en Dios, alma mía (Salmo 62 [61]). Segunda lectura — No juzgues, sólo Dios juzgará (1 Corintios 4:1-5). Evangelio — Dios alimenta a las aves y viste a las flo-res. No estés ansioso; Dios conoce todas tus necesidades (Mateo 6:24-34).

Octavo Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario 26 de febrero de 2017

¿Puede acaso una madre olvidarse de su creatura hasta dejar de enternecerse por el hijo de sus entrañas?

Aunque hubiera una madre que se olvidara, yo nunca me olvidaré de ti.

— Isaías 49:15

UPCOMING 2017 RETREATS We have a few dates for upcoming retreat. Take some time to nourish your soul and spirit. Don’t wait until it is too late! ***Tenemos unas fechas para retiros en 2017. Favor de crear un tiempecito para retro-alimentar su alma. Es uno de los se-cretos de paz y felicidad. No esperes hasta que sea demasiado tarde. • March 30-April 2--Retiro de ACTS para Hombres-Español • June 1-4--Men’s ACTS Retreat in English • July 13-16--Teen’s A.C.T.S. Retreat in English

CANS FOR LENT—FOOD DRIVE Catholic Charities in partnership with Guadalupe Community Center is collecting non-perishable food items for their food pan-try. We have a black bin from Catholic Charities for you to place your donations. It will be by the front doors on Sunday and in the Parish office Monday thru Saturday. Thank you for your support.

2017 ARCHBISHOP’S APPEAL The 2017 Archbishop’s Appeal Campaign has begun. The theme for this year is Disciples, Sent by the Spirit. Our parish Appeal goal is $8,866.00. Your gift can be made by filling out the pledge card and placing it in the offertory during Mass. Thank you for your generosity. La Campaña 2017 del Arzobispo ha comenzado. El tema para este año es Discípulos, enviados por el Espí-ritu. Nuestro objetivo parroquial es $8,866.00. Su ge-nerosa donación se puede hacer rellenando el formula-rio de compromiso y coloque en el ofertorio durante la misa. Gracias por su generosidad.

ALTAR FLOWERS Donations for the altar flowers may be made

to the Parish in memory of a loved one, a birthday, anniversary or special occasion.

BREAKFAST Served by Familias Unidas after the 9:00a.m. and 10:30a.m. Masses. Join us for some good food and fellowship.

SANCTUARY LIGHT In memory of Pedro Flores.

May the Perpetual Light shine upon you.

HOLY HOUR March 3rd at 6:00pm we will be having a special Holy Hour night. It will be filled with Reconcil-iation, a Rosary, Praise & Worship, Testimony and Eucharistic Adoration. Joining our Pastor, Fr. Gabriel Ruiz, are special guests Fr. Abraham Vettuvelil and Deacon Rory Desmond. Please join us. All are welcome.

ASH WEDNESDAY/MIERCOLES DE CENIZA March 1st is Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent. We will have mass at: 7am; 12pm; and 7pm. Ashes will be distrib-uted at the end of each Mass. ***El 1 de Marzo será Miércoles de Ceniza y el comienzo de cuaresma. Misas a las: 7am, 12pm y 7pm. Distribución de ceniza será después de las Misas.

Tomas Flores Tommy Contreras Cynthia Canales Jerry Contreras, Jr. Rosalinda Vohs

Domingo Gutierrez Clara White Ziola Velez Ashlynn Contreras Jerry Contreras, Jr.

Arispe Family Felisita Gutierrez Omar Bustamante Rudy Diaz Angela Diaz

If you would like a name to be put on the prayer list please call the parish office at 210-226-8268 or email admin@ihmsatx.org

MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL LENTEN RETREAT The Youth Ministry invites all middle and high school youth to attend our one day retreat on March 4th from 9am-6:30pm. Register today after Mass. For more info contact Julio Sierra: 210-807-0059 or Terry Olguin: 210-445-6322. ***El ministerio de jóvenes ofrecerá un retiro de un día para todos los jóvenes de preparatoria y secundaria el día 4 de Marzo de las 9am-6:30pm. Registrarse hoy después de la Misa. Para mas info contactar Julio Sierra o Terry Olguin.

RETIRO PARA LECTORES Tendremos un mini retiro/taller para lectores en Español el 11 de Marzo en el salón de conferencias de la Iglesia. De 8:45am-12pm. Lectores actuales y personas interesadas en el ministe-rio de lector están incitadas a venir. Esperamos su asistencia.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25 5:30 p.m. Rosemary Ramos Aguilar Ann. SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26 9:00 a.m. Pedro Flores Ann. Ascension Ruiz Saul Segura Ann. 10:30 a.m. Carmen Ramirez Teodoro Cabriales Manuela Rodriguez 12:00 p.m. Melody Huerta B/D St. Anthony Sp. Int. 5:00 p.m. All Parishioners Sp. Int. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 27 12:00 p.m. Jesucristo Sp. Int. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 28 12:00 p.m. St. Anthony Sp. Int. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1st—ASH WEDNESDAY 7:00 a.m. All Parishioners Sp. Int. 12:00 p.m. All Parishioners Sp. Int. 7:00 p.m. All Parishioners Sp. Int. THURSDAY, MARCH 2 12:00 p.m. Lucio A. Palacio B/D Mary J. Lopez Ann. FRIDAY, MARCH 3 12:00 p.m. Joseph Ng Sp. Int. SATURDAY, MARCH 4 8:00 a.m. Irene V. Rios

Deadline for Mass intention requests must be submitted by Tuesday for the following week or any dates after and only upon availability. El ultimo día para solicitar intenciones de Misa debe ser en-viada antes del Martes para la semana siguiente o cualquier fecha posterior y solo cuando este disponible.

WEEKLY COLLECTION TOTALS JANUARY 29, 2017 Regular Collection: $3341.38 Maintenance Fund: $932.61 Children’s Collection: $74.50

BREAKFAST MINISTRY SCHEDULE March 5th—Youth Group March 12th—Women’s Club March 19th—Pastoral Council March 26th—Matachines

CHURCH IN CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE This Wednesday, our second collection will be for the Church in Central and Eastern Europe. Your donation helps restore the Church and build the future in 20 countries. Funds will help support reconstruction, education and poverty outreach. Thank you for your generosity. **Este Miércoles, nuestra segunda colecta será para la Iglesia en Europa Central y Oriental. Su donativo ayuda a restaurar la Iglesia y construir el futuro en 20 países. Los fondos finan-cian la reconstrucción, la educación y los programas de exten-sión dirigido a los pobres. Muchas gracias por su generosidad.

STATUE OF CRISTO REY The image of Cristo Rey has been beautifully restored! Resto-ration was done by our very own parishioner Erika Romero. For any restoration projects contact Erika at 210-758-6993. At this time please do not touch the image as the paint is fresh.

WEDDINGS / QUINCEAÑERAS If you are planning a Wedding you need to contact the Parish office for requirements at least six months prior to the desired date. If you are planning a Quinceañera you need to contact the Parish office for requirements at least two months prior to the desired date.

IHM RETREAT CENTER and PARISH HALL The Retreat Center and Parish Hall are available for rental. Please contact the Parish office for more details.

Committee Members for 2017 Fall Festival Chair Persons: Fundraisers: Claudio, Juan G., Lety Charlie L. Entertainment: Advertisement/Promos: Juan R., Rogelio Grasiela Raffle Committee: Finance Committee: Lourdes Terry Food Permits: Booth(s): Anabelle Medina Esteban T. Children’s Area: Stage: Juan G. Lety Set Up/Clean Up All volunteers

2017 FIESTA MEDALS Our 2017 Fiesta Medals are on their way! If you are interested in sponsoring this years medals please call or stop by the Parish office. This year’s medals were designed and made by the Award winning David Durbin of Monarch Trophy. A portion of the sales from our Fiesta Medals are going towards Restora-tions. We will have an unveiling and Thank You announce-ment to our sponsors soon!

TRIP TO KICKAPOO April 6th the Women’s Club will be having a trip to Kicka-poo Casino. Trip is $25 per person with a $20 perk from the casino. Contact Estella Rodriguez at 210-862-7458 or Lupe Corona at 210-222-2391 for more info. Thank you for your support.

UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS MARK YOUR CALENDARS-MORE INFO TO COME

March 25th—Dial-A-Trailer (a flyer with more information will be inserted in a future bulle-tin. It will have details on what can be discarded in the trailers) March 26th—Garage Sale (We will be selling spots for the Garage sale. Stay tuned!)