SAINT GEORGE MARONITE CHURCH
AN EASTERN CATHOLIC CHURCH OF THE
WEST SYRIAC ANTIOCHENE TRADITION
Week of April 3, 2016
New Sunday
Divine Mercy Sunday
Annette Garcia - Parish Secretary Ex. 100
Nick Morey – Bookkeeper Ex102
Jo Ann Reed - Financial Consultant
Michele Chebib - Hall Manager Ex. 104
Deborah Mery Fernandez - Cultural Arts Director Ex 107
Richard Karam - Church Attorney
Edward Karam - Church Realtor & Lector Coordinator
Soumaya Doenges - Greeter Coordinator
Ameen Al Bahloly- Altar Server Coordinator
Regina Aune - Archivist
Fernando Fernandez - Athletic Director Ex. 105
Brendan George - Pastoral Council Chairman
Jose Fernandez - Finance Committee Chairman
Candy Monsour - LAS President
Patricia Karam - Scholarship Committee Chairman
Elyse Karam, Monica Chavez, & Sabrina De La Cruz -
MYO Directors
Samantha Karam Naffah - MYP President
Michele Chebib - Religious Education Coordinator Ex.123
Crystel Harb & Katy Emerson – MYA Coordinators
Dave Sweeney - Veterans Committee Chairman
Toufic Khalife & Larry Monsour - Grounds Committee
Liturgy Schedule:
Monday-No Liturgy
Tuesday 5:30 PM
Wednesday - Friday 12:00 Noon
Saturday 5:00 PM, Sunday 8:00 AM & 11:00 AM
Saint George Maronite Catholic Church
6070 Babcock Road, San Antonio, TX 78240
Offices: (210) 690-9569 (210) 690-2240
Fax: (210) 690-5093
Hall: (210) 696-5937 www.stgeorgemaronitecenter.com
Fr. Charles Khachan, MLM – Pastor Ex. 101
E-mail: [email protected]
Fr. Marwan Abi Nader, MLM - Associate Pastor
Deacon Tom Billimek
Merciful Like the Father!
Religious Education & Bible Study
Pre K - 12th grade-See bulletin for schedule
Ladies Altar Society (LAS)
See bulletin for schedule
Maronite Youth Organization (MYO)
See bulletin for schedule
Adoration
Tuesday 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Mystery of Reconciliation (Confession)
30 minutes before Liturgy and upon request
Mystery of Baptism & Chrismation
Parents and Godparents must meet with the pastor to make arrange-
ments
Mystery of Crowning (Marriage)
Notify the pastor ONE YEAR in advance for the necessary
arrangements
Sick and Hospitalized
Contact the pastor for visitation
Memorial Sunday and Lebanese Luncheon
Last Sunday at 11:00 AM
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MARONITE MINUTE
New Sunday, Divine Mercy Sunday April 3, 2016
CATHOLIC LEADERS REFLECT ON LIFE, WORK
OF EWTN FOUNDER MOTHER ANGELICA
By Catholic News Service
Mother Angelica "reflected the Gospel commission to go forth and make disciples of all nations" said
Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz of Louisville, Kentucky, president of the U.S. bishops' conference.
"Like the best evangelists, she used the communications tools of her time to make this happen. She
displayed a unique capacity for mission and showed the world once again the vital contribution of women
religious."
Archbishop Kurtz was one of several Catholic leaders who took note of the March 27 death of Mother
Angelica, a Poor Clare of Perpetual Adoration, who founded the Eternal Word Television Network. Virtually
all of them, at one time or another, had appeared on EWTN.
"Her work, begun in the cloister, reached across the globe," Archbishop Kurtz said in a March 28
statement. "She was a convincing sign as to how even the humblest of beginnings can yield abundant fruit."
Archbishop Charles J. Chaput of Philadelphia, who served on the EWTN board of directors for many
years, called Mother Angelica "a woman of extraordinary faith, intelligence, energy and determination." He
added he "saw firsthand the tremendously positive impact her work for Jesus Christ had on many millions of
people."
"Mother Angelica brought the truth and the love and the life of the Gospel of Jesus to so many people,
not only to our Catholic household of faith, but to many thousands of people who are not Catholic, in that
beautiful way she had of touching lives, bringing so many people into the Catholic faith," said Bishop Robert
J. Baker of Birmingham, Alabama, in whose diocese EWTN is located.
"Mother Angelica was a pioneer of the new evangelization before that term ever became popular," said
Msgr. Walter Rossi, rector of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in
Washington, the site of many Masses telecast live each year by EWTN.
"By providing religious programming, the Mass and devotions, first by television and now by every
form of communications media, Mother Angelica and EWTN proclaimed the message of the Gospel to mil-
lions of people throughout the world," he said.
"She untiringly exhorted all to pursue holiness by living with God in the present moment. We are
grateful for your prayers for this courageous daughter of the church," said Mother Dolores Marie, superior of
the Poor Clare Nuns of Perpetual Adoration of Our Lady of the Angels Monastery in Hanceville, Alabama.
The monastery is north of the Birmingham suburb of Irondale, where EWTN has its headquarters.
"Her voice and her message will be with us for a long time," said a statement from Father Frank
Pavone, national director of Priests for Life, about Mother Angelica. "We have all lost a friend, a mentor, a
spiritual mother, a voice of conscience, and a source of laughter and encouragement."
(Continued on p. 6)
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Intentions and Readings of the Divine Liturgy
Sat. April 2nd 5:00 PM Liturgy for The living & deceased members of the Anderson Family
req. by Pat & Judy Perillo
Col 2:8-15 Jn 20:19-25
Sun. April 3rd 8:00 AM NO LITURGY
11:00AM Liturgy for the living and deceased parishioners of St. George
2Cor 5:11-21 New Sunday, Divine Mercy Sunday Jn 20:26-31
Mon. April 4th NO LITURGY
1Pet 1:1-9 Jn 20:1-10
Tues. April 5th 5:30 PM Liturgy for the intentions of the parishioners.
1Pet 1:10-16 Jn 20:11-18
Wed. April 6th 12:00 Noon Liturgy for Lucy Sandoval req. by Robert Sandoval
1Pet 1:17-21 Mt 28:11-15
Thurs. April 7th 12:00 Noon Liturgy for Karen Karam Baines req. by George & Kathy White
1Pet 1:22-25 Mt 28:16-20
Fri. April 8th 12:00 Noon Liturgy for Maria Del Carmen , Farah Zahoul req. by Nader Family
1Pet 2:1-10 Jn 2:13-25
Sat. April 9th 5:00 PM Liturgy for Joe Mery req. by Roger & Jackie Hill
1Pet 2:11-17 Mt 22:41-46
Sun. April 10th 8:00 AM Liturgy for Martha Mery (10yr.anniversary) req. by Tony Mery & Family
11:00AM Liturgy for Maria Del Carmen , Farah Zahoul req. by Nader Family
2Tim 2:8-13 Third Week of the Resurrection Lk 24:13-35
Stewardship
Good Friday - Holy Land Collection
$630.00
March 27, 2016 - Easter Sunday
$5,110.00
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Bertha Acevedo,
Rocky Anawaty,
Amira Andera,
Regina Aune,
Corey Baines,
Gerry Baines,
Sharon Benson,
Pamela Gabriel Craig,
Marina Curie-John,
Diana Curi-Ryder,
Josephine Daaud,
Amira Dean,
David Emerson,
Norma Emerson,
Zeyna Faris,
Brendon Fuselier
Muriel Keogh
George,
Hank Grage,
Betty Gudat,
Harry Hilton,
Jackie Hill,
James Hughlette,
Sal Isgro,
Marie Joseph,
Al Jowdy,
David Karam,
Elyse Karam,
Eugene Karam,
Mary Anne Karam,
Mary Ann Trad
Karam,
Sophie Abdo
Karam,
Donna Khattar,
Marie La Monica,
Richard La Monica,
Margaret Craig
Loyd,
Charles Malouff,
Maria Marines,
Elvira Mery,
Maria Mery,
Paul Mery, Jr.,
Tony Mery,
Tony Moawad,
Connie Moller,
Adele Morrison,
Nancy Nasif,
Tim O’Connor,
Jose Olvera,
Thelma O’Shaugh-
nessy,
David Palazzo,
Noel Palazzo,
Ashley Polley,
Larry Raba,
Tanya Raba
Curtis Reed,
Kirsten Reed,
Rose Ribble
Roberto Rodriguez,
Pedro Rosas,
David Saliba,
Gloria Saliba,
Bella Rodriguez
Torres,
Rose Trevino,
Jeanette Van
Delden,
Ted Van Delden,
Gene Viola,
Joe Walker,
Miriam Wells,
Cathy Turcotte Wolfe,
George Yamin.
Edward K. Mery - April 18, 2015
Elias Kalifa - July 1, 2015
Robert Beathe - July 7, 2015
Malake Mery - August 24, 2015
Jack Riegel - August 27, 2015
Henry Murray Boothroyd - November 13, 2015
Suzann Westermann - November 29, 2015
Margaret Abdo Karam - December 1, 2015
Joseph Jacob Harb - December 23, 2015
Elda Jadallah - December 28, 2015
Karen Karam Baines - March 10, 2016
Saturday, April 2nd (5:00 PM)
Lector: Pat Perillo
Ushers: Frank Dieck & Elizabeth Aboud
Greeters: Sandy Nasif
Altar Servers: Kiersten Salinas
Sunday, April 3rd
Lector: (8:00 AM) Frank Westermann
Lector: (11:00 AM) Brendan George
Ushers: Toufic Khalife, Marcel Noujeim, MYO
Greeters: MYO
Altar Servers: MYO
Saturday, April 9th (5:00 PM)
Lector: Ralph Karam
Ushers: Arthur Lang & Gladys Salisbury
Greeters: Karen Sacre
Altar Servers: Zack Karam & Aaron Mery
Sunday, April 10th
Lector: (8:00 AM) Frank Westermann
Lector: (11:00 AM) Larry Karam
Ushers: David Sweeney & Larry Monsour
Greeters: LAS
Altar Servers: Anthony Kuri, Andre Kuri &
Harry Doenges
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SUNDAY APRIL 3RD Qurbono (Liturgy) 8:00 AM & 11:00 AM
Faith Formation
Divine Mercy Chaplet at 10:40
TUESDAY APRIL 5TH
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will be from
3:00 PM to 5:30 PM followed by the Qurbono
(Divine Liturgy) at 5:30 PM. Adoration will
resume at 6:00 PM and will conclude with the
Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament.
Please note the Blessed Sacrament CANNOT be
left exposed and alone, therefore, a signup sheet is
in the church foyer. If the hours are not completely
filled, adoration will be cancelled on that Tuesday.
SUNDAY APRIL 10TH Qurbono (Liturgy) 8:00 AM & 11:00 AM
Faith Formation
Holy Name Society meeting at 9:30 AM
Rosary at 10:40 AM
LAS and MYO meeting after the 11:00 AM
Liturgy.
ANNUAL LENTEN APPEAL
The Annual Lenten Appeal for the Eparchy of Our
Lady of Lebanon is taking place. The proceeds of
the appeal go towards assisting the formation of
future priests, new mission parishes, charities and
many other ministries in the Eparchy. Every family
is asked to participate in the Appeal at a level
which is meaningful for them. You can make your
donation with a check or credit card. We count on
your generosity and support to our Eparchy to
reach parish’s goal for this year’s Appeal of
$11,000.00.
PICTORIAL DIRECTORY
We are in the process of creating a new directory
for St. George parishioners. We have reserved
eight days in May to take these pictures. (May 10-
14, May 17-19). We will be signing up beginning
April 9-10th, 16/17,23/24, April 30/ May 1, May
7/8 after all liturgies. If you are unable to sign up
at the church , there will be a website available.
The photo sessions will include hours during the
day, night, and Saturday. We encourage full par-
ticipation by all parishioners. A complete and up-
dated directory is invaluable to all—especially to
our new parishioners. More information is coming.
For now, please save these dates on your calendar.
FROM THE PASTOR’S DESK
A special Thank you to all the parishioners and
friends who joined us during the Holy Week and
Easter celebrations. Thank you for all your sup-
port and gifts. I will keep you in my prayers.
Earlier this year, a pledge card was sent to all
parishioners. Thank you to those who have sent
their commitments; we are waiting for others. Your
pledge card helps us plan all the events throughout
the year. On the pledge card, you will find a time
and financial commitment estimate. Both are
needed in order for St. George to maintain a solid
foundation, to rise and to prosper in the eyes of
Our Lord. Please consider giving in both areas, fill
out your stewardship pledge to the best of your
abilities and return it by mail or via email to the
church office by April 30th, 2016. The pledge card
is available in the church foyer and at the church
office. Thank you for your commitment and
support to St. George.
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS
ST.GEORGE SCHOLARSHIPS
Applications are now being accepted for the
St. George Scholarship. Please turn in
applications to the church office no later than
April 8, 2016.
NAM SCHOLARSHIPS
The John A. Solomon Memorial NAM
Scholarship is open to active members of
the MYO who are graduating seniors.
The Naomi and Paul Kassouf NAM Schol-
arship is open to high school seniors
whose parents are members of NAM.
The Thomas and Jennie Ayoob Memorial
NAM Scholarship is open to current col-
lege students.
USEK and NDU Scholarships are open to
college students who are members of
NAM or their parents are members of
NAM.
See the church office for applications.
Deadline May 5, 2014.
LEBANESE FOLKDANCE TROUPE
Registration to join the dancers for the upcom-
ing events throughout the year will be April 9,
2016. Please contact Debbie Fernandez at 210
-415-8260. [email protected]
Community Life
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Miscellaneous
LAS CORNER LAS mass and meeting Sunday April 10, 2016
April 3 - Jubilee Year of Mercy Celebration with
Bishop Elias Zaidan.
April 16 - 24 - Pilgrimage to Lourdes and Fatima.
May 5 - Ascension of Our Lord
May 10-14, May 17-19 - Pictorial Directory Photo
Sessions.
June 10 - 12 - Folklife Festival From Pope Francis
“God is greater than our sin.”
Bishop’s Holy Year Prayer Intention:
The intention for April: “Vocations to the Priesthood
and Religious Life ”
CATHOLIC LEADERS REFLECT ON LIFE, WORK
OF EWTN FOUNDER MOTHER ANGELICA
By Catholic News Service;
(Continued from p. 2)
"Mother Angelica was a true media giant. She proved that the church belonged in the popular media
alongside the news, sports, and talk shows," said Franciscan Father Michael O. Sheridan, president of the
Franciscan University of Steubenville, Ohio. The show "Franciscan University Presents," a roundtable
theology discussion, has been produced by the university for EWTN since 1993.
"She heeded the call of the Second Vatican Council to bring the Gospel message into contemporary
society. With humor and the occasional stern word, but always moved by a deep love of people, Mother An-
gelica faithfully conveyed the knowledge and love of God to Catholics, Christians, and nonbelievers alike,"
Father Sheridan added.
"Mother Angelica leaves behind a legacy of holiness and commitment to the new evangelization that
should inspire us all," said Carl Anderson, supreme knight of the Knights of Columbus.
"I was honored to know and be able to assist Mother Angelica during the early days of EWTN. Over
the years, that relationship grew, and today the Knights of Columbus and EWTN partner regularly on im-
portant projects. Mother Angelica was fearless, because she had God on her side," Anderson said. "She saw
what he needed her to do and she did it!"
"Mother Angelica touched the lives of countless people throughout the world by way of her landmark
evangelization at EWTN," said Boston Cardinal Sean P. O'Malley.
She also "lifted Catholic media presence to a new level of achievement, bringing the message of Christ
into the homes of people from all walks of life," he added.
“You see, God expects His people to do the ridiculous so He can do the miraculous.”
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THE IMAGE OF THE DIVINE MERCY
Source: https://www.ewtn.com/devotionals/mercy/image.htm
The earliest element of the Devotion to the Divine Mercy revealed to St. Faustina was the Image. On
February 22nd, 1931 Jesus appeared to her with rays radiating from His heart and said,
Paint an image according to the pattern you see, with the signature: Jesus I trust in You. I desire that
this image be venerated, first in your chapel, and throughout the world. (Diary 47)
I promise that the soul that will venerate this image will not perish. I also promise victory over its enemies
already here on earth, especially at the hour of death. I myself will defend it as My own glory. (Diary 48)
I am offering people a vessel with which they are to keep coming for graces to the fountain of mercy. That
vessel is this image with the signature: “Jesus, I trust in You.” (Diary 327)
The two rays denote Blood and Water. the pale ray stands for the Water which makes souls righteous.
The red ray stands for the Blood which is the life of souls. These two rays issued forth from the very depths of
My tender mercy when My agonized heart was opened by a lance on the Cross. These rays shield souls from
the wrath of My Father. Happy is the one who dwell in their shelter, for the just hand of God shall not lay
hold of him. (Diary 299)
Not in the beauty of the color, nor of the brush, lies the greatness of this image, but in My grace.
(Diary 313)
By means of this image I shall grant many graces to souls. It is to be a reminder of the demands of My
mercy, because even the strongest faith is of no avail without works. (Diary 742)
In these texts the Church's doctrine on images, justification and grace are explained. First, by itself an
image is merely a painting, no matter how beautiful and expressive. Yet, it can point us the mysteries of the
faith and dispose us to grasp and receive what it represents, in this case the Divine Mercy. It is thus a vessel,
not the source, a reminder, not the reality. The reality is the merciful fountain of grace flowing from the
pierced Heart of Christ on the Cross, and flowing out visibly to represent the visible, that is the sacramental,
signs of grace, Baptism and Eucharist, standing for all the sacraments of the Church. Thus, St. John in his first
letter insists on the presence of the invisible with the visible, the Spirit with the water and the Blood.
The image also reminds us that salvation is not just by faith, but by works of charity also. It takes faith to
see and believe in what the Image signifies, Divine Mercy poured out from Christ upon the Cross, but it takes
mercy, love going beyond the strict requirements of justice, in order to draw down mercy on oneself. "Forgive
us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us" (Mt 6:12) and "the measure with which you measure will
be measured out to you" (Mt 7:2) The Image of the pierced side of Christ pouring out blood and water reminds
us that the Cross, love in action, is the price of mercy. "As I have loved you so also should you love one
another." (Jn 13:34)
Diary, Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska, Divine Mercy in My Soul (c) 1987 Congregation of Marians of
the Immaculate Conception, Stockbridge, MA 01263. All rights reserved. Used with permission.
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