Fr. Paul Chovanec, Pastor Fr. Peter Thang Nguyen, Parochial Vicar Deacon Corney Llorens Deacon Nhat Tran
ADULT BAPTISM AND ENTERING THE CATHOLIC CHURCH The Rite for the Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) process is ongoing. Contact one of the priests in the parish office.
ADULT CONFIRMATION FOR PRACTICING CATHOLICS Please phone the parish office.
SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY Please contact Elizabeth Lopez-Moreno at 281-902-5711 or [email protected] 6 months to 2 years prior to desired date.
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM FOR CHILDREN Baptism for children through age six is held monthly except during the season of Lent. There are no private baptisms.
There are required preparation sessions for the parents. At least one parent must be a registered member of the parish and a practicing Catholic. Expectant parents are asked to begin this process during the second trimester of pregnancy.
Please phone the parish office.
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM FOR CHILDREN SEVEN AND OLDER Please contact the Religious Education office about the RCIA process, 281-902-5701.
SACRAMENT OF THE ANOINTING OF THE SICK Please phone the parish office as soon as you or someone in your family schedules surgery/hospitalization or suffers an
illness or injury. PLEASE DON’T DELAY in this prayer for Christian healing! The Sacrament is celebrated the fourth Saturday of the month at 9 a.m. Mass.
FIRST COMMUNION, FIRST PENANCE , CONFIRMATION AND QUINCEAÑERA CELEBRATIONS Please contact the Religious Education office, 281-902-5701.
YOUTH MINISTRY AT ST. JUSTIN MARTYR There are various activities for Middle and High School Youth throughout the year. Youth Nights take place every
Wednesday 7-8:30 p.m. and are a time for youth to make friends, have fun and learn more about their faith. For more information contact the Youth Ministry Office at 281-902-5710.
ST. JUSTIN MARTYR PRESCHOOL Early childhood education - 18 months to Pre-K Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
For information, please call 281-556-1260.
ST. JUSTIN MARTYR PARISH SOCIAL MINISTRY Monday, Wednesday, Friday – 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Other times, call 281-556-6882. Fax is 281-752-5985.
BULLETIN DEADLINE Sunday at 5:00 p.m. Bulletin e-mail: [email protected]
WELCOME TO ST. JUSTIN MARTYR Please let us know you have arrived. We are anxious to meet you. Contact the parish office for a welcoming packet.
ST. JUSTIN MARTYR PARISH BOUNDARIES Beginning at a point on Barker Reservoir Dam at Briar Forest Street, East on Briar Forest to Dariy Ashford; thence South on Dairy Ashford to Westheimer Road; thence East on Westheimer Road to Old Westheimer Road; thence South on Old Westheimer Road, to Alief-Clodine; thence West on Alief-Clodine to Dairy Ashford; thence South on Dairy Ashford Bellaire Blvd; thence West on Bellaire Blvd. to Eldridge; thence South on to Beechnut; thence West on Beechnut to Addicks-Howell Road (Hwy 6); thence South on Addicks Howell Road to Keegans Bayou; thence West on Keegans Bayou to O’Brien Road; thence North on O’Brien Road to Barker Reservoir Dam; thence Northeast along the Dam to the point of beginning at Briar Forest.
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Financial Stewardship Weekend Collection
October 13 $15,033 On-line Giving $ 972 Received via mail $ 2,777 Total $16,904
Number of Participants 237 Upcoming Second Collections
October 20 Propagation of the Faith November 10 Retired Priests November 24 Campaign for Human Development Propagation of the Faith Collection
This weekend, October 19 & 20, we celebrate World Mission Sunday. Our celebration will center on prayer and sacrifice, offered at the Eucharist for the missionary tasks: for Priests, Sisters, Brothers and lay Catechist who are helping people to know the love of Christ through their service in village missions, in small schools, in medical outposts, in orphanages, refugee camps, and crowded cities throughout Africa, Asia, the Pacific and remote regions of Latin America.
Clergy Reflection Persistent Faith
Today’s liturgy is about the “necessity of praying al-ways and not losing heart.” Moses and Aaron and a per-sistent widow. We are today in a mortal struggle with dangerous enemies that threaten to kill us: deprivation, persecution, division, and violent behavior. We must engage in battle with the enemy, and we must hold up our hands in prayer, like Moses, to the God who is our source of power and will give us strength. Our faith in that God should make it possible to fight with confi-dence against these social evils which often seem to have the better of the fight. To be a people of faith is a great responsibility; much depends on our devotion. Living the gospel is an unending command that allows no time out or vacation time, no excuses. May we be worthy of our calling.
Deacon Corney
Today’s Readings
First Reading — As long as Moses kept his hands raised up, Israel had the better of the fight. Exodus 17:8-13 Psalm — Our help is from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. Psalm 121 Second Reading — Remain faithful to what you have learned and believed. 2 Timothy 3:14 — 4:2 Gospel — Will not God secure the rights of his chosen ones who call out to him day and night? Luke 18:1-8
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Pastoral Staff
Vacant Coordinator of Adult Ministry
Lisa Hachicho Director of Preschool
Jackie Baca Coordinator of Religious Education
& Youth Ministry
Karen Rachal Parish Administrator
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Parish Events Sunday, October 20th - Fall Festival 8:00 a.m. Mass 9:00 a.m. Fall Festival to 4 p.m. 10:00 a.m. Mass 10:00 a.m. Little Church 12:00 p.m. Vietnamese Mass 5:00 p.m. Spanish Mass 6:30 p.m. NO Middle School & High School CCE Monday, October 21st 7:00 p.m. Mass 7:00 p.m. Adult Bible Study Tuesday, October 22nd 6:00 p.m. Elementary CCE 6:30 p.m. Penance 7:00 p.m. Adult Sacrament Class 7:00 p.m. Mass 7:00 p.m. Young Adults 7:30 p.m. Perpetual Help Devotion Wednesday, October 23rd 9:00 a.m. Mass 9:30 a.m. Eucharistic Adoration 7:00 p.m. RCIA Pre-Catechumenate 7:00 p.m. RCIA 7:00 p.m. Youth Night 7:00 p.m. Elementary CCE Thursday, October 24th 9:00 a.m. Mass Friday, October 25th 9:00 a.m. Mass 6:30 p.m. Mass Saturday, October 26th 9:00 a.m. Mass 9:00 p.m. Elementary CCE 4:00 p.m. Penance 5:30 p.m. Mass Sunday, October 27th 8:00 a.m. Mass 10:00 a.m. Mass 10:00 a.m. Little Church 12:00 p.m. Vietnamese Mass 5:00 p.m. Spanish Mass 6:30 p.m. Middle School & High School CCE
Prayer Needs
October 19th ~ October 27th
Sat. Oct 19th 5:30 p.m. + Stephen Barta
Sun. Oct 20th 8:00 a.m. + Edgardo
Sun. Oct 20th 10:00 a.m. + Matthew Nguyen
Sun. Oct 20th 12:00 p.m. People of St. Justin
Sun. Oct 20th 5:00 p.m. + Luis Bravo Martinez + Javier Bravo Martinez
Mon. Oct 21st 7:00 p.m. + Helen Rachal
Tue. Oct 22nd 7:00 p.m. Eheh Family
Wed. Oct 23rd 9:00 a.m. Jeanine
Thurs. Oct 24th 9:00 a.m. + Analina Sanchez
Fri. Oct 25th 9:00 a.m. Olga Alvarado
Fri. Oct 25th 6:30 p.m. An Duong
Sat. Oct 26th 9:00 a.m. + Julian Martina
Sat. Oct 26th 5:30 p.m. + Virginia Sendejo
Sun. Oct 27th 8:00 a.m. People of St. Justin
Sun. Oct 27th 10:00 a.m. + Uche Diribe
Sun. Oct 27th 12:00 p.m. Maria Nguyen Thuy Lieu
Sun. Oct 27th 5:00 p.m. + Jimmy Almond
Mass Intentions
Readings for the Week Sun., Oct 20th: Ex 17:8-13/2 Tm 3:14-4:2/ Lk 18:1-8 Mon., Oct 21st: Rom 4:20-25/Lk 12:13-21
Tues., Oct 22nd: Rom 5:12,15b,17-19,20b-21/ Lk 12:35-38 Wed., Oct 23rd: Rom 6:12-18/Lk 12:39-48 Thurs., Oct 24th: Rom 6:19-23/Lk 12:49-53 Fri., Oct 25th: Rom 7:18-25a/Lk 12:54-59 Sat., Oct 26th: Rom 8:1-11/Lk 13:1-9 Sun., Oct 27th: Sir 35:12-14,16-18/ 2 Tm 4:6-8,16-18/Lk 18:9-14
40 Days For Life
It is a worldwide campaign to call the community’s attention to the sacredness of human life and to the evil that is abortion. 40 Days for Life began on September 25th and it will end on November 3. Each day, parishes and groups will send representatives to pray on the side-walk by an abortion clinic. St. Justin Martyr’s prayer day will be on Saturday, October 26th from 10:15 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. After the regular St. Justin 9:00 a.m. Mass, the group will proceed to the abortion clinic by car. Carpooling is encourages. The location of the abortion clinic is, Houston Women's Clinic, 4820 San Jacinto Street, Houston, TX 77004. For more information contact Harry and Connie Herber at 832-877-4553. _____________________________________________
Quarterly Parish Meeting
All are invited to the upcoming Quarterly Parish Meet-ing on Thursday, October 24, at 7:00 p.m. in the parish hall. Get the latest updates on parish activities and con-cerns. Come to listen, come to learn, come to share your ideas. YOU are needed!
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Solemnity of All Saints
Vigil Mass on Thursday, October 31, at 7:00 p.m.
Friday, November 1 6:00 a.m. - Mass 9:00 a.m. - Mass
7:00 p.m.– Multicultural Mass If you are a St. Justin Martyr Liturgical Minister please consider serving at Mass. Sign-up in the brides-room.
All Souls Celebration - November 2
The commemoration of all the faithful departed will be observed at Forest Park Cemetery, Westheimer and Dairy Ashford, with a Rosary Wednesday, November 2nd at 10:30 a.m. in the Cemetery Chapel. Following the Rosary, the priests and deacons of St. Justin Martyr will visit and bless the graves of those whose loved ones are in attendance. _____________________________________________
The Book Of Hope The Book of Hope is kept from year to year and placed in our worship space during the month of October and early November. Each member of the parish is invited to inscribe in the book, on both sides of the page, in any language, the names of the recently departed of those who have died within the past year.
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Life Chain Sunday
What is a Life Chain? It’s a “prayer chain” and public (sidewalk) witness against abortion. Come let us seek God’s divine intervention for the healing of our community and nation. Who can attend? The St. Justin Martyr Catholic Community and all who are willing to defend human life against abortion. Bring the family, including a chair for the elderly relatives. October 27, is LIFE CHAIN Sunday, from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m., at three near-by locations, SJM parishioners will join men and women of other churches—Catholic and non Catholic—to carry signs beside local highways to proclaim the sacredness of human life. Sign-ups have begun. For more information, contact James or Nan DeGhelder at [email protected].
This is Festival Weekend! Come, join the fun and bring the
whole family! Enjoy good food, good fun, and
good fellowship! Saturday 4PM to 11PM & Sunday 9AM to 4PM
(And maybe bring home the $5,000 Raffle Grand Prize!)
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African Parishioners of St. Justin Martyr
First Sunday: General Meeting Second Sunday: African Catholic Women/Youth & Young Adult Third Sunday: Executive Meeting/Choir Practice Fourth Sunday: Family Prayer Meeting All meetings take place in the CFC building, room 212 after the 10:00 a.m. Mass. Third Wednesday: 8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Conference Prayer line Tel: 712-451-0606 Access Code 975858# For more information please click on www.africancommunitysj.org. _____________________________________________
Adult Ministry Coordinator Needed
St. Justin is presently interviewing for the position of Adult Ministry Coordinator. This position is specifically assigned the duties of Adult Sacraments, Wedding Coordinator, Spanish Baptism preparations, and coordinating all other adult faith and prayer groups. It is a 30 hour per week (full time) position and requires a flexible schedule to meet with different groups and with couples preparing for marriage. Send resume and application to Mrs. Karen Rachal in the parish office.
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News About the Mavericks
October 23 - Wednesday - SW Senior Senate quarterly meeting at St. Cyril’s. Meeting at 10:00 a.m. followed by a pot-luck lunch. October 25 - Friday - 5:30 p.m. - Annual hamburger/hot dog cook-out at Amity Park, Alief Clodine Rd. & Dairy Ashford. Donation $2. Chips, desserts & drinks are also appreciated. November 2 - Saturday - SW Senior Senate Apprecia-tion Luncheon at St. Cyril’s Coast $16. Doors open at 11:00 a.m. Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Call Jim at 281-293-8206 for reservations by today, October 20. Looking Ahead! November 22, 23 & 24 – 3-Day Trip to the Hill Coun-try Will tour the YO Ranch where hundreds of exotic animals roam and visit The Coming King Sculpture Prayer Garden in Kerrville. Will also listen to country music in Luckenbach and much more. Call Marge at 281-498-3413 for more information and to make your reservations.
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Social Ministry News During September 2019, the Social Ministry assisted 104 households (280 individuals) of which 32 were new clients. Statistics: 80 Households Food 3 Households Rent Pledge 10 Households Food and Rent Pledge 6 Households Utility Pledge 5 Households Food and Utility Pledge Breakdown of Households by ethnic group: Asian 7 Households 18 Individuals Afro American 60 Households 160 Individuals Hispanics 29 Households 80 Individuals Anglos 8 Households 22 Individuals Food for Thought: During September 2019 the So-cial Ministry purchased 464 pounds of food for $100.00 from the Houston Food Bank. Thank you St. Justin Martyr Community for supporting such a worthy cause. May God bless you and keep you safe!_____________________________________________
Let Us Pray
For the souls of the recently deceased, Ann Heidel & Debora Siri Wara. May eternal rest grant unto them O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon them.
St. Justin Martyr Catholic Preschool News
Make sure to look for the SJM Preschool Boutique today at the Fall Festival! We
will have some wonderful items for sale! This is a small way to support our Church community and enjoy our-selves as we raise funds! There will be games and food and most definitely FUN! Hope to see you there!
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Daughters of Isabella Unity, Friendship and Charity
“Our help is from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.” Ps. 121 We are having our Bake Sale on October 27. Please support us by purchasing our delicious baked goodies. Our Butter Braids fundraiser is in progress. You may place your orders at the table in the parish hall or with any of our members. The Fall Festival will be held October 19 & 20. We will be sponsoring the Cake Walk this year. Please help us by donating a homemade cake. Cakes can be deliv-ered Friday, October 18, to room 110 in the CFC build-ing. Our next meeting is November 11, at 7:15 p.m., room 101 in the CFC building. If you are interested in finding out more or joining our wonderful organization please call or text Mary Christo at 832-788-5897. _____________________________________________
Please Do Not Leave Valuables In Your Vehicles
All parishioners are asked to be vigilant in locking their vehicles and storing anything of value out of sight or in the trunk. There have been several burglaries of motor vehicles in the parking lot. The thieves are smashing in windows and stealing personal belongings. The best way to avoid having property stolen from your vehicle is to not leave anything of value inside your vehicle! Thank you.
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Please Pray For . . .
The following couple will celebrate the Sacrament of Matrimony at St. Justin Martyr:
November 9 Jorge Ramirez & Patricia Ledezma
Parish Life
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Sparkle Day
Our past Sparkle Days have been so successful and it is time to give the grounds another
good cleaning. Our fall “Sparkle Day” will start at 8:00a.m. on Saturday, November 9. I am asking all St. Justin groups and organizations to join together in weeding, trimming, and mulching, the beds surrounding the property. We will greet all workers with pastries, coffee and water. Please bring yard tools, work gloves, and garbage bags. Check in at the volunteer table to work with a member of the Gardening Angels for instructions in each garden. I pray for a productive, community building day. Thank you for your hard work.
Karen Rachal Parish Administration
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St. Justin’s Young Adult Group
Are you, your child, or your grandchild between 18 and 35ish? Join the Young Adult Community for faith and fellowship. October 19-20 - Fall Festival - Token Sales/Collection/Counting. Volunteers needed to sell, collect, and count tokens during the festival. October 22 - Bible Study. Join us at 7:00 p.m. in CFC 211 to discuss the readings for the week. Questions, call Robert Ontko at 832-372-9928. _____________________________________________
MEN'S ACTS RETREAT November 7th -10th
For three days and three nights, relax and leave the busy world behind. Find Peace. Fraternal Fellowship. Spiritual Renewal. Grow Closer to God. Contact Phil Kurtz for more information: 281-619-6709. Or ask any ACTS member.
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Spanish Legion of Mary
On the weekend of November 2-3, the (Spanish Language) Legion of Mary will be recruiting additional members after the Masses. Those who are bilingual or who speak Spanish may want to stop and visit with them and accept the prayer cards in either Spanish or English to support their apostolates.
By making your pledge you will be supporting vital projects across our Archdiocese and helping our parish to: Replace the eleven HVAC units
attached to the church that are 30 + years old. Install new LED light system in the sanctuary of the church. The Total Campaign Goal for St. Justin Martyr is $907,414. We have the potential to keep $300,000 and even more for our parish if all of us participate. Please fill out your family’s pledge card today and place it in the offering basket. Pledge cards can be found in the narthex. No down payment is necessary to make your pledge. _____________________________________________
Stewardship Prayer
Jesus, I give my whole life to You, I thank You for creating me, dying for me, and rising for me.
Please give me a spirit of service and love so I can pour out myself for others as You did for me.
In gratitude, I offer myself to You, asking for the grace to keep You first in my heart.
Help me to use everything You have given me to serve You, my parish, and all those around me. Amen
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Food Sales
October 20 KC Breakfast October 28 Daughters of Isabella Bake sale _____________________________________________
Our Altar Flowers this week
were donated by Jenny Nguyen
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Next weekend the Ministry Spotlight will be on the
- Daughters of Isabella - Visit the table in the Narthex after Mass
This is a friendly reminder to all 6th through 12th grade students—if you have not attended Youth Nights for the month of October, you have 2 more opportunities to attend. Wednesday, October 23th and Wednesday, October 30th. Please remember you must attend 2 Youth Nights per month. This is a CCE requirement.
Reminder:
Confirmation I Monthly Class
Saturday, October 26 From 3:30 to 5:15pm (Penance 4pm to 5pm)
Topics ♦ Define the church ♦ Community - the Mass ♦ Liturgy ♦ Liturgy of the Word
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INFORMATION SHEET: Church name & address St. Justin Martyr #515169 13350 Ashford Point Drive Houston, Texas 77082 Contact person: Martha Martin @ 281-556-5116 Software used: Win 10, MSPub 2016, AA-9 Date of publication: October 20, 2019 (Sunday’s date) Number of pages transmitted: Cover + 7 text pages + this page = 9 (2 ad pages) Special instructions for Production:
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