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FIFTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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Saturday Sábado 3:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.

Sunday Domingo 4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.

Weekdays Entre Semana Monday-Friday: after each Mass

Tuesday-Thursday at 6:00 p.m. (Miércoles 6:00 p.m. en Español)*

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Monday—Friday 6:45 a.m., 8:30 a.m.

Miércoles (Español) 7:00 p.m.

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8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Anticipatory Sunday Mass

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6:30 a.m.*, 8:00 a.m. (Español), 10:00 a.m., Noon,

2:00 p.m. (Español), 5:00 p.m.

*The 7:00 a.m. Mass has

moved to 6:30 a.m.

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CONTENTS

From our Pastor……………………..…..………….... Ministerios en Español…………….……......……...….. De nuestro Párroco…………………………...…....… Sugar Canes of St. Theresa…………………...……... St. Vincent de Paul School Supply Sign Up……........ Faith Formation………...…………………..………….. Mass Intentions……………………………….……….. Weekly Schedule of Events…………………………… Spiritan China Education Fund……………...…...… Encounter Young Adult Conference……………....... Daily Scripture Readings……………………………… Parish Ministries in English….………………….....….. Parish contact information………………......................

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On the cover: Pieter Brueghel the Elder.

Landscape with the Parable of the Sower. 1557, oil on panel,

Timken Museum of Art, San Diego, California.

SAINT THERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL

-THE GRIFFIN NEWS-

STCS Now enrolling PreK-3 through 8th grade

Accepting applications for the 2017-2018 school year. Contact the school office at (281) 494-1157 to request

application materials or visit our website at www.sttheresacatholicschool.org. If you would like

to learn more about STCS, feel free to drop by the school office. We look forward to meeting you.

HELP WANTED STCS seeking music instructors

STCS is seeking after-school and weekend music

instructors for Saint Theresa Conservatory, a ministry of Saint Theresa Catholic School.

We are seeking instructors qualified for violin, cello, piano, clarinet and flute. Those interested in applying

may contact Zachary Turner at zturner@sttheresacatholicschool.org.

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F P ’ Dear Parishioners, Our Parish Capital Campaign, A Living Sacrifice Holy and Acceptable to God, is underway! Many thanks to the dedicated parishioners who have made a commitment to be on the leadership team throughout the campaign process. We are very excited to have the following individu-als serve in their respective leadership roles:

CAMPAIGN LEADERSHIP

Pastor Rev. Eurel Manzano

General Chairs

Deacon Gilbert and Betty Rodriguez Mark and Erin Serice

Glenn and Gladys Zamora

Honorary Chairs Mary Camacho

Tom and Peggy Hernandez Gene and Pat Reed

Campaign Cabinet

Dcn. James and Carla Anderson Billy and Karen Fuller

Roxane Gautreau Ben George Mary Ann Griffin

Cesar and Irasema Luna Giovanna Padilla

Eduardo Vivanco and Irma Roman Angelina Sarmiento

Special Events Chair

Roxane Gautreau

Faculty and Staff Chairs Betty Pruski, Faculty Chair Diane Senger, Staff Chair

Development Counsel

Steier Group

Please continue to pray for this campaign's success and the continued generosity of all involved.

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Mass with the Most Rev. Oscar A. Solis,

Bishop of Salt Lake City

And members of the National Association of Filipino Priests—USA

St. Theresa Catholic

Church in Sugar Land: Wednesday,

July 19th at 7:00 PM

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I P : Pase a la oficina parroquial de 8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. de lunes a viernes o puede tomar una forma en el vestíbulo de la iglesia y entregársela a un ujier. G : La guardería esta abierta du-rante la misa de 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. y 12:00 p.m. No necesita hacer reservación.

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P B I : A los padres se les pide que inscriban a su hijo(a) para el bautismo. Deben traer el certi-ficado de nacimiento del niño a la oficina de la parroquia, y asistir a una clase pre-bautismal. Se anima a los padrinos asistir a la clase. Los padrinos deben de ser mayor de dieciséis (16) años, católicos practicantes, confirmados y si esta casado, tiene que estar casado por la iglesia católica. Las clases se ofrecen el Segundo domingo de cada otro mes a las 3:15 p.m. en el Centro de Vida Familiar. A los padres se les pide de favor que no lleven a sus hijos a la clase. Se les dará Certificado de asistencia al final de la clase aquellos padres o padrinos que no bauti-zaran en Santa Teresa. Por favor llame a la oficina para inscribirse a la clase al 281-494-1156 y hable con Michelle Rodríguez. La próxima clase es el 10 de Septiembre a las 3:15 p.m. P M E : Las personas que deseen contraer matrimonio aquí en la Iglesia de Santa Tere-sa, Son invitados a asistir una entrevista de preparación matrimonial. Esto es obligatorio para comenzar el proceso de preparación. Es para las parejas que no están casados y para las parejas que están casadas civilmente o que viven juntos. Por favor pre inscríbase llaman-do al 281-494-1156. El seminario se ofrece cada otro mes, el segundo jueves del mes. El próximo seminario es el Jueves 14 de Sep-tiembre del 2017 en el Salón FLC-A. C : Nuestro Catecismo en español se ofrece de Septiembre a Mayo, los domin-gos de 9:30 a 11:00 a.m. para grados de Kín-der al 8 grado. Catequesis es un proceso con-tinuo de evangelización, educación, forma-ción y conversión que dura toda la vida. Para mas información por favor llame a la oficina de Catequesis de lunes a viernes al 281-494-1156 de 8:00 a.m. a 4:30 p.m. D S : Para los niños que desean la formación para los Sa-cramentos de Primera Reconciliación (confesión) y la Sagrada Comunión. Esta clase es en conjunto con su catequesis. Los niños deben tener mínimo siete (7) años al comienzo del año escolar. Las clases son un domingo al mes a la 1:00 p.m.

C B : Católico Básico es para padres de niño que asisten a cateque-sis por primera vez y desean prepararse para la formación de Sacramentos de Reconcilia-ción y Comunión. Esta clase es un martes al mes a las 7:00 p.m. en el Centro Comunita-rio de la Parroquia. Esta clase es obligatoria para los padres solamente.

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A C : El grupo se reúne los martes a las 7:00 p.m., en el edifi-cio de CCE. Para mayor Información por favor llame a Myrla Vanegas al 281-277-2730.

G O D N : Se reune en la capilla de la iglesia los Jueves de 7:00-9:00 P.M. Para mas información llamar a Rocio Padilla 832-573-3713 y Eu-genio Gopar 832-715-1799.

C B : Este grupo esta abier-to a la comunidad, se reúne los viernes a las 6:30 pm. Para información: Ramel Ascencio 281-684-4235.

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7:00 p.m. y cantan en la misa del domingo a las 8:00 a.m. o 2:00 p.m. Para mas informa-ción llame a Susan al 281-494-1156 ext 291

E B : El Grupo se reúne los domingos después de Misa de 8:00 a.m. (los meses de Agosto a Mayo). Para mas infor-mación llame a el Sr. Larry Ponce de León, 281-250-9651

D S C : El pri-mer viernes de mes en la capilla de la iglesia a las de 6:00 p.m. Información: Loreto Casi-llas 832-525-3710 o Maricela Ponce 832-896-8289. F M , M

A : Quieres amar a Je-sús de todo Corazón? Imita a María. El gru-po se reúne los Martes en el Salón B-5 de 7:00-8:00 p.m. Para mas información llamar a Elsa Galindo al 713-534-7395. I V P : Desea llevarse la imagen de la Virgen Peregrina a casa una semana? Regístrese después de misa o llame a Elvira Morales al 281-682-0626. L L M : El grupo se reúne los Lunes a las 6:30 p.m. Para información con Estella Rodríguez al 832-396-6071 o Jaime Abreu 832-418-2287. M V : Desea llevar el Crucifijo y Libro de Oraciones a su casa y rezar por vocaciones sacerdotales y religio-sas. Para mas información llame a la Sra. Maria Elena Rico 281-277-5776.

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Misa con el Rev. Oscar A. Solís, Obispo de Salt Lake City

Y los miembros de la Asociación

Nacional de Sacerdotes Filipinos-USA

Iglesia Católica de Santa Teresa

en Sugar Land: Miércoles, 19 de Julio a las 7:00 p.m.

NOTA: La misa será en

ingles y no habrá confesiones antes de la Misa.

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El Taller de Oración y Vida, es una escuela de Oración, donde se enseña a las personas diferentes formas de

orar, desde las mas sencilla, como la Lectura rezada, hasta las mas elevada

como la contemplación.

Fecha de inicio: Martes 8 de Agosto, del 2017.

7:00pm - 9:00pm Salón B9. Para mas información comunicarse con Hilda Morales al 713-894-6326

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Si tienes 17 años de edad o más y no has sido bautizado, o has sido bautizado en otra comuni-dad de fe, o bautizado Católico pero que nunca has recibido la Primera Comunión, entonces RICA es para ti! La próxima reunión de Inicia-ción será el Domingo 16 de Julio del 2017 de 10:00 am a 12:00 pm en el salón B6. Estos encuentros informales están es-tructurados para responder a tus preguntas acerca de la Iglesia católica.

Póngase en contacto con: Elsa Galindo al

713-534-7395 (durante el día) Alejandro González al

832-519-3847 (después de las 4:00 pm.)

Si usted, su hijo o alguien a quien usted conoce, tiene entre 7 y 16 años de edad, no haya sido bautizado o ha sido bautizado en otra comunidad de fe, tenemos el proceso de RICA propio para cada grupo de diferentes edades. Las sesiones de Iniciación son todos los miércoles a las 6:30 pm. Por favor haga una cita en la oficina al teléfono 281-494-1156 para Registrar su Familia y los Niños antes de atender la prime-ra sesión.

RITO DE INICIACION CRISTIANA PARA ADULTOS (RICA)

D N P Estimados feligreses, ¡Nuestra Campaña Capital Parroquial, Un Sacrificio Vivo Santo y Aceptable para Dios, está en camino! Muchas gracias a los feligreses que se han com-prometido a formar parte del equipo de liderazgo durante todo el proceso de la campaña. Estamos muy contentos de tener a las siguientes personas en sus respectivas funciones de liderazgo:

LIDERAZGO DE LA CAMPAÑA CAPITAL

Pastor Rev. Eurel Manzano

Coordinadores Generales

Deacon Gilbert and Betty Rodriguez Mark y Erin Serice

Glenn y Gladys Zamora

Coordinadores Honorables Mary Camacho

Tom y Peggy Hernandez Gene y Pat Reed

Gabinete de Campaña

Dcn. James y Carla Anderson Billy y Karen Fuller

Roxane Gautreau Ben George

Mary Ann Griffin Cesar e Irasema Luna

Giovanna Padilla Eduardo Vivanco e Irma Roman

Angelina Sarmiento

Coordinadora de Eventos Especiales Roxane Gautreau

Coordinadores de Facultad y Personal Betty Pruski, Coordinadora de Facultad Diane Senger, Coordinadora de Personal

Consejero de Desarrollo

Steier Group

Por favor continúen orando por el éxito de esta campaña y la generosidad continua de todos los involucrados.

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Sunday, July 30, 2017

in the Knights of Columbus Hall. From 7:30am - 1:30pm

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The Sugar Canes’ regular monthly meeting is this Wednesday, July 19, 2017. We meet at our Parish

Community Center at 11:30 am.

We welcome and invite all guests and newcomers, age 50 +, to attend our monthly meetings the third

Wednesday of each month - same place, same time.

After our brown bag lunch we will have a brief business meeting followed by Bingo. Coffee, iced tea, water and

desserts are provided.

God Bless! For more information, call 281-491-4027.

Hosted by Epiphany Job Networks

Who: Career-minded, degreed professionals When: Thursday, July 27, 2017 From 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Where: Epiphany Church 1530 Norwalk Katy, TX 77450 No pre-registration required What to bring: Plenty of resumes! For more information, contact 832-772-0306 or email at outreach@epiphanycatholic.org

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The 2016 bazaar committee is in the process of creating dedicated Mass parking signs that

were bid on during the silent auction.

If you were the winning bidder for the Saturday 5:00 pm Mass, Sunday 6:30 am Mass, or the Sunday 5:00 pm Mass, please

contact Bertha Gomez at gomezbert@yahoo.com or Diane Senger at

diane@sugarlandcatholic.com.

We also have two parking slots available for the Sunday 2:00 pm Mass and the Sunday 12:00 pm Mass. If you are interested in a

dedicated parking space, please contact Bertha or Diane.

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The school supply sign up is for preschool through high school students. The sign up is July 17, 21, 24, 28, 31, 2017 from 10:00am - 1:00pm Mondays or Fridays in the Society of St. Vincent de Paul office. This program is ONLY for registered parish families in need of financial assistance. The school supplies will be distributed on August 14, 18 and 21, 2017 at the Society of St. Vincent De Paul, to families that have signed up.

S S D F N Donations are needed to help children start the 2017-2018 school year off right. If you are interested in participating in our school supply drive, please drop off supplies in the boxes at church or come by the Society of St. Vincent de Paul office at St. Theresa Church on Mondays or Fridays from 10:00a.m.–1:00p.m. Thank you for your generous support! T : Crayon box (24 count), folder with two pockets & brads, scissors, glue in plastic bottle, glue stick, spiral - wide-ruled notebook paper, spiral college-ruled notebook paper, loose leaf wide-ruled notebook paper, loose leaf college-ruled notebook paper. composition books, rulers (with inches & centi-meters together), note cards 3x5, washable markers (8 count package), no. 2 pencils, pencil sharpeners, col-ored pencils, pens (red, black and blue), pencil bags (with zipper), pencil box, highlighters, and backpacks.

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La registración para la colecta de útiles escolares es desde pre-escolar hasta estudiantes de Preparatoria. La registración es el 17, 21, 24, 28 y 31 de Julio, 2017 de 10:00 am - 1:00 pm lunes o viernes en la oficina de la Sociedad de San Vicente de Paúl. Es-te programa es SOLO para las familias registradas de la parroquia que necesitan asistencia financiera. Los útiles escolares serán distribuidos los días 14, 18 y 21 de agosto de 2017 en la Sociedad de San Vicente de Paúl, a las familias que se han inscrito.

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Se necesitan donaciones para ayudar a los niños a co-menzar el año escolar 2017-20018. Si está interesado en participar en nuestra colecta de útiles escolares, por favor, deje los suministros en las cajas en la iglesia o vaya a la oficina de la Sociedad de San Vicente de Paúl en la Iglesia de Santa Teresa los lunes o los viernes de 10:00 a.m.- 1:00pm. ¡Gracias por su generoso apoyo! St. Vincent de Paul, Patron of Works of Charity

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During the CCE school year (Sept.-May) classes are offered at the following times: Preschool CCE is in rooms B3 – B5 dur-ing the Sunday 10:00 a.m. Mass. Kindergarten CCE is available on Sun-days at 10:00 a.m. or Mondays at 4:15 p.m. Elementary CCE is on Mondays and Tuesdays at 4:15 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. Children are asked to go directly to the classrooms.

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Questions or comments, please contact Roland Millare, the director of Middle School CCE, at roland@sugarlandcatholic.com

Middle School Faith Formation meets on Mondays & Tuesdays (Sept.-May) at 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. in the Education Build-ing/School

Sacrament Sunday is for all children in formation to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion. Any questions to Paul Stoessel, Director of Elementary CCE at paul@sugarlandcatholic.com or at 281-830-3804.

Catholic 101 is for all parents of first-year CCE children who are preparing for Sacrament of Reconciliation and First Communion. This is for parents only. Children are invited to attend CCE dur-ing this time.

Contact our Director of Youth Ministry and H.S. Faith Formation, Joseph Mastrangelo at joseph@sugarlandcatholic.com with any questions or if you’d like to get involved!

Is God calling you to do something more? Come explore the Catholic Church!

If you are seventeen years of age or older and are: unbaptized, baptized in another faith community, or a baptized Catholic who has never received your First Holy Communion, then the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is for you!

The next Inquiry Gathering will be Wednesday, July 19, 2017 from 7:00 p.m. to

9:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center. You may begin the process at any time during the year. Free babysitting is available upon request. Bring your spouse or

friend, if you’d like. These informal gatherings are structured to answer your questions about the Catholic Church. The RCIA team is ready to walk your

journey of faith with you.

Contact Lynda Knoche at 281-450-1400 or by e-mail: lynda@sugarlandcatholic.com.

If you, your child or someone you know is between the ages of seven and sixteen,

not baptized or baptized in another faith community, we have an RCIA process suit-ed to your age group. Inquiry sessions are every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Please schedule an appointment with Paul Stoessel via phone (281-494-1156) or e-mail

(paul@sugarlandcatholic.com) prior to attending your first session.

Volunteers needed!

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M S Monday, July 17, 2017 Weekday in Ordinary Time 6:45 a.m. Laura Davison 8:30 a.m. Johnny Heitman Tuesday, July 18 Weekday in Ordinary Time 6:45 a.m. Galo Altamirano 8:30 a.m. George Manikath Wednesday, July 19 Weekday in Ordinary Time 6:45 a.m. Carlos Hernandez 8:30 a.m. Oliva & Pablo Chacon Thursday, July 20 Weekday in Ordinary Time 6:45 a.m. Eric & Bryan Parker 8:30 a.m. Cipriana Yu Friday, July 21 Weekday in Ordinary Time 6:45 a.m. Mario Martinez 8:30 a.m. Thomas Family Saturday, July 22 St. Mary Magdalene 8:30 a.m. Esperanza & Keily Sapon 5:00 p.m. Alois & Betty Goehring Sunday, July 23 Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 6:30 a.m. Parish Family 8:00 a.m. Epigmenia Gonzalez 10:00 a.m. Mark Brinkman 12:00 p.m. CDA 2:00 p.m. Eduardo Compta Gomez & Concepcion Diaz Acosta 5:00 p.m. Jason Dizon One may request Mass intentions through our website or by visiting the parish office during regular business hours. Mass inten-tions are available two (2) months in ad-vance only.

P E Monday, July 17 1:00 p.m. Secular Franciscan Fraternity, B6 7:00 p.m. Talleres de Oración y Vida, B9 7:15 p.m. Ensayo Coro Fraternidad Tuesday, July 18 4:00 p.m. String Orchestra Rehearsal 6:30 p.m. Grief Support Group, FLC-A 7:00 p.m. Holy Trinity Prayer, B1/7 7:00 p.m. Franciscanos de Maria, B5 7:00 p.m. Talleres de Oración y Vida, B8 7:00 p.m. Natural Family Planning, FLC

Wednesday, July 19 11:30 a.m. Sugar Canes, CC 9:00 a.m. Carmelites Meeting, B1/7 7:00 p.m. RCIA, FLC-A 7:00 p.m. Divine Mercy Group, FLC-B 7:30 p.m. Adult Choir Rehearsal

Thursday, July 20 9:30 a.m. Rosary Group, B6 4:30 p.m. Flos Cantum (Children’s choir) 7:00 p.m. Encuentro Matrimonial, B6 7:00 p.m. Carismático de Renovación, Chapel Friday, July 21 No Events

Saturday, July 22 9:30 a.m. Legion of Mary, CCE 9:30 a.m. Rosary Group, B6 Sunday, July 23 9:30 a.m. RCIA Catechumens, FLC 9:30 a.m. RICA para Niños, B1/7 10:00 a.m. RICA para adultos, B6 3:30 p.m. Jubilate Deo Rehearsal 6:00 p.m. Rosary Group, Emmaus Chapel

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The parish website has instructions on how to register for convenient on-line giving. You will have full control of your contribution account and scheduling. This option can be a great way to sup-port your church consistently and bolster your commitment to charity.

If you would like to begin online giving, visit the link on our website or call Diane Senger: 281-494-1156.

www.SugarLandCatholic.com

S O July 9, 2017 $ 27,452 Online Giving $ 4,510 Total $ 31,962 July 2, 2017 $ 31,494 Online Giving $ 9,082 Total $ 40,576

D S F 2017 Totals as of July 9, 2017

Goal $ 205,000 Pledged $ 133,257 Payments $ 107,786

366 Participants

*A N C Please note that we have begun to take the 1st and 2nd collections se-quentially: 1st Collection – Green Baskets 2nd Collection – Black Baskets Please call Diane Senger in the par-ish office if you have any questions (281-494-1156).

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2nd China Church Forum 第二屆中華天主教論壇

E pluribus unum. Understanding the Catholic Church in China

Friday, September 15, 2017, from 6:30pm - 8:30pm Parish Life Center (Room A) | St. Michael Catholic Church |

1801 Sage Rd, Houston, TX 77056

Saturday, September 16, 2017, from 8:30am - 4:30pm Scanlan Room | University of St. Thomas | 4000 Mt. Vernon St. Houston, TX 77006

Co-sponsored by Donald S. Nesti, CSSp Center for Faith & Culture, University of St. Thomas

A unique cross-cultural, English-speaking forum for clergy, religious, educators, students, professionals, as well as any-one who loves China! Recognized by Cardinal DiNardo, and joined by Bishop Sheltz and China experts from around the world, our previous events impacted numerous participants and set an exemplary model for West-East dialogue. Understand the historical and contemporary aspects of the Catholic Church in China and how they impact Vatican-China, U.S.-China relations Learn about how Catholicism and popular culture inter-act in mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan Exchange experiences of work, travel and study in Chi-na and opportunities to partner with the Chinese Church in education, social services, etc. Ticket before August 1st are $20. (After this date, $30). Lunch included. $10.00 teacher discount . Free admission for students, clergy and religious. Proceeds go to support the formation of our Chinese priest-students in Houston. Spiri-tan Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Seats are limited! RSVP with lukeliuhang@gmail.com. For more information please contact, Luke Liu at 814-321-6680.

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Marian Shrines of Europe

12 Day Pilgrimage to: Fatima — Monserrat — Zaragoza — Santiago de Compostela — Lisbon — Santarem — Estoril/Cascais/Sintra —

Barcelona

September 4 - 15, 2017

Important Highlight: Hotel in Fatima is a 5 minute walk to the Shrine!

Optional 5 day:

August 31st - September 4, 2017

Lourdes — France — Panoramic Tour of Toulouse

Group Leaders:

Deacon Rey Arellano, Margie Calo and Angelina Sarmiento

Reservation requires completed registra-

tion form and $300.00 (per person) deposit. Register now!

Space in Fatima is limited.

For more information contact Angelina Sarmiento at 281-416-9700

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P R : We kindly request that all fami-lies of our parish be registered before registering for CCE or sacramental preparation classes. Registration and change forms are available in the vestibule of the church and in the parish office. To update your parish information, please call the parish office from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday. B P I : Parents are asked to register their child for Baptism, to bring a copy of the child’s birth certificate to the parish office, and to attend a pre-Baptism class. Godparents are encouraged to attend class. Godparents must be at least sixteen years of age, prac-ticing Catholics, Confirmed, and, if married, married through the Church. Classes are offered the first Friday of every other month, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center. Parents are kindly asked not to bring their children to the class. Certifi-cates of attendance for the baptism preparation are provided at the end of the class for those who are not baptizing at St. Theresa Church. Please call the office to register for the class at 281-494-1156, Ext. 228. The next class will be on Fri-day, August 4, 2017. P -M S : This pre-marriage seminar is to commence the marriage preparation for all couples who wish to be married within St. Theresa's Catholic community. It is held on the second Tuesday of every other month at 7:00 pm. It provides an opportunity for couples to learn about the Catholic Church's theology of matrimony and begin the process to properly receive this great sacrament of the Church. Couples will learn details of how to plan and prepare for their wedding day and matrimony thereafter. Please pre-register by calling 281-494-1156. The next seminar will be Tues-day, August 8, 2017. For more information please con-tact Deacon James Anderson at 281-224-9986.

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July 17, 2017 through July 23, 2017 Monday: Ex 1:8-14, 22; Mt 10:34 -- 11:1 Tuesday: Ex 2:1-15a; Mt 11:20-24 Wednesday: Ex 3:1-6, 9-12; Mt 11:25-27 Thursday: Ex 3:13-20; Mt 11:28-30 Friday: Ex 11:10 -- 12:14; Mt 12:1-8 Saturday: Ex 12:37-42; Jn 20:1-2, 11-18 Sunday: Wis 12:13, 16-19; Ps 86; Rom 8:26-27; Mt 13:24-43 [24-30] Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Is 55:10-11; Ps 65; Rom 8:18-23; Mt 13:1-23 [1-9]

L S 17 de Julio del 2017 al 23 de Julio del 2017 Lunes: Ex 1:8-14, 22; Mt 10:34 -- 11:1 Martes: Ex 2:1-15a; Mt 11:20-24 Miércoles: Ex 3:1-6, 9-12; Mt 11:25-27 Jueves: Ex 3:13-20; Mt 11:28-30 Viernes: Ex 11:10 -- 12:14; Mt 12:1-8 Sábado: Ex 12:37-42; Jn 20:1-2, 11-18 Domingo: Sab 12:13, 16-19; Sal 86 (85); Rom 8:26-27; Mt 13:24-43 [24-30] Decimoquinto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario: Is 55:10-11; Sal 65 (64); Rom 8:18-23; Mt 13:1-23 [1-9]

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PRAYER OF SPOUSES FOR EACH OTHER

Lord Jesus, grant that my spouse and I may have a true and understanding love for each other. Grant that we

may both be filled with faith and trust. Give us the grace to live with each other in peace and harmony. May we always bear with one another’s weaknesses and grow from each oth-er’s strengths. Help us to forgive one another’s failings and grant us patience, kindness, cheer-fullness and the spirit of

placing the well-being of one another ahead of self. May the love that brought us together grow and mature with each

passing year. Bring us both ever closer to You through our love for each other. Let our love grow to perfection, for

You live and reign with the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.

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G S M : The hopelessness and sadness that comes from experiencing the loss of a loved one can leave us frozen in place, just trying to cope with everyday life. Support groups are an important tool for finding hope and coping tools on this journey. We are a group of compassionate lay people who also have experienced the death of someone we dearly loved. Join us to listen and share, because no one should grieve alone! For more information please contact Sandy Barber at 832-451-9117 or walkthroughgrief@gmail.com. Perpetual Adoration Ministry: The perpetual adoration ministry is a Eucharistic devotion where people commit to taking an hour to praise and worship Jesus before the Most Blessed Sac-rament. The hour you sign up for is spent in silent prayer and meditation. You may bring your own prayer books, use the books in the chapel, read the Bible, pray the rosary, or just sit and enjoy the peace that comes from simply being in the Presence of God. Adoration is in the Emmaus Chapel, it is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. For more information please contact Re-becca Freeman (281) 844-4616. C U : Our vision is to be a service ministry organi-zation, effectively using our gifts and talents to serve the needs within and outside our community. Our mission is to actively encourage involvement in church activities by members of our Spanish-speaking community, to take the lead in celebrating reli-gious feasts, to be available and lend a helping hand to both the church and fellow parishioners, and to promote higher education by granting scholarships to graduating high school seniors who are registered parishioners. For more information please contact George Morales, Jr. at 281-565-5469. L C M : The Lay Carmelites are an order, not an organization. They are one of the oldest religious orders that follow the contemplative life. They live their daily lives in a secular society, evangelizing, serving, and following the examples of the many Carmelite Saints. For more infor-mation please contact Tonie Arizpe at 832-715-6281. P C : The Pastoral Council is made up of 12 members elected to three-year terms who represent parishioners, parish ministries, and parish organiza-tions. The Council serves in a consultative capacity with the Pastor by bringing forth concerns from the community and working with the Pastor to resolve them. The Council also coordinates parish events and helps the parish meet the needs of the parishioners. The Council meets month-ly. Alan Phipps is the current Chairman: 281-410-1856.

M B B Please contact Cheryl Pospisil (c.pospisil@yahoo.com) with any updates to the Military bulletin board in the narthex. This in-cludes adding new pictures or updating the information currently on the board. Photos (with accompanying descriptions) can also be dropped off at the church office.

Loving Embrace Infertility Support Group: Meets 3rd Thursday, each month, 7:30-9pm, monthly meeting rotation: Couples Dinner, Ladies Dinner, and Couples Discus-sion. Loving Embrace is a Catholic educational support group for couples who have endured or are presently enduring the pain and suffering of infertility. The group provides support for cop-ing with infertility and explores resources, methods, and options that are morally faithful to the teachings of the Catholic Church. For rotation information contact Erin Colaco at infertilitysupporthouston@gmail.com

B A : Submissions to the bulletin are due on the Friday (10 days) before the Sunday of publication. Send bulletin notices to Michelle Rivas at Michelle.rivas@sugarlandcatholic.com or FAX: 281-242-1393. E-B : Visit our parish website and click on the link to sign up for our bi-monthly e-blast. Every two weeks, an e-mail will be sent directly to your computer or smart phone with updated information about parish schedules, events, and more. Sign up today! G P : Gabriel Project is seeking monetary or material donations for our pregnant women. Please contact Pina @ 281-650-1225 or sttheresa.prolife@gmail.com M E : Are you looking for a new way to let your spouse know you love them in the midst of your jobs, carpooling the kids, and trying to keep up with your house, pool, and yard? Tell him or her they're still #1 in your life... share a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend with each other. Contact Brian & Tina Little at 281-773-4014 or on-line at www.houstonme.org. M P -L R : The first Sunday of each month we pray the Rosary to end abortion. Sunday, August 6, 2017 we will pray the Rosary at 6:30 a.m. inside the Church and after the 10:00 a.m. Mass in front of the Right to Life Monu-ment. N : The nursery is open during the 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. & Noon Sunday Mass. Children from 18 months to 4 years of age are welcome. No reservation is necessary. For more information contact Andrea Ramsey at 281-725-0127.

P R : If you are grieving from a past abortion, contact a member of our Pro-Life team (see page 15) or our diocesan Project Rachel ministry coordinator, Julie Fritsch, for confidential help (713-741-8728).

S . T ’ M ’ P : Mothers and chil-dren welcome! We meet at 10:00 a.m. on the second Wednes-day of the month at a fun location determined a few days prior. Contact: Kim Phalen at 832-535-0715 for more information.

If you would like to inquire about becoming a knight, please con-tact our membership director Stephen Frontera (281-410-1632) or our website (www.kc4204.org) for information. We meet on the first and third Monday of the month at St. Basil’s Hall across the street from the sanctuary. The Knights of Columbus is the world’s largest Catholic frater-nal service organization. Charity is the foremost principle of the Knights, and our philanthropic efforts go to fund a variety of worthy causes, including Habitat for Humanity, Special Olym-pics, the Vicarius Christi Fund, and disaster relief.

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P S Omnipotent and eternal God, the everlasting Salvation of those who believe, hear us on behalf of Thy sick servant, N., for whom we beg the aid of Thy loving mercy, that, with his bodily health restored, he may give thanks to Thee in Thy church. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Fr. Roy Oggero JoAnn Duncan Karen Cromer Mary Camacho Martha Gonzalez June & Wilma Narvacan Brittany Dodson Sandra Aguilar Matthew Cortes Enrique Barajas Jeannine Pencak Teresinha B. Bitdinger Rita Nauck Hertha Meyer Alice Hicks Patricia Shannon Rita Beckey Nigel Smith Ann Hamilton Gwen Salisbury Gerry Doyle Joe Puga Ann Davidson Alfredo Hernandez Lara Mildred Netardus Larry Klaus Edith Hartensteiner Judy Lancaster Bernice Guess Ana Daisy Valencia Bernadette Roberts Dick Memmer Annette O’Shea Dennis Deruytter Daisy Valencia

Holy God, Holy Strong One. Holy Immortal One, have mercy on us. To Thee be praise, to

Thee be glory, to Thee be thanksgiving through endless ages, O Blessed Trinity.

-Indulgence. 500 days

P R P F D Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and may perpetu-al light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen. May their souls, and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. We remember with gratitude, and pray for God’s mercy upon: Deacon Frank Cromer, Deacon Don Senger, Kath-leen Melancon, Garland Melancon, Will DeVa-ney, Pascual Rueda, Martin Leos, Phat Joseph Nguyen, Mary Ann Hines, Anita Morales, Fonny Van Tilborg, Evaristo Tovar, Richard Harnois, Symbol Ordeneaux, Martha Kocich, Tony Medi-na, Anabel Gomez, Margarita Padilla, Curtis Du-rio, Myriam Chavez, Jane Rivera, Theresa Miko-lajczak, Paula Johnson, Bolivia Schlabach, James Hopkins, Frances Scott, Thomas Koon, Amalia Ponce DeLeon, Elmo Ordeneaux, Carlos Hernan-dez, Santiago Abaigar, Efrain Lee Davis, Joyce Franklin, Bob Roberts, Anita Swaboda

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Saint Theresa Catholic Church 705 Saint Theresa Boulevard

Sugar Land, Texas 77498

“I consider that the sufferings of this present time are as nothing compared with the glory to be revealed for us” (Romans 8:18).

1 - St. Theresa School 9 - CCE Conference Room

2 - Community Center 10 - Parish Office 3 - Emmaus Chapel 11 - Church 4 - Family Life Center/Gym 12 - Temporary Office 5 - Choir Room 13 - Li le Flower Chapel 6 - Youth Lounge 14 - Rooms (B1 - B11) 7 - St. Catherine Room (Rm A) 15 - St. Vincent de Paul 8 - St. Thomas More Room (Rm B) 16 - Knights of Columbus

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O God, who show the light of your truth to those who go astray, so that they may return to the right path, give all who for

the faith they profess are accounted Christians the grace to reject whatever is contrary to the name of Christ and to

strive after all that does it honor.

Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,

one God, for ever and ever. Amen.