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Monsignor John Talesfore, Pastor
One Notre Dame Avenue San Mateo, CA 94402
(650) 344-7622 Phone (650) 344-4830 Fax
www.stmatthew-parish.org
ST. MATTHEW CATHOLIC CHURCH Faith, Love, Community, Service
8:45am (Español), 10:45am, 12:30pm, 3:00pm (Chinese in the small Chapel),
5:30pm (Español)
Confession/Confesiones: Monday-Friday
Lunes a Viernes 5:00pm-5:30pm in the Chapel
Saturday/Sábado 11:30am-12:00noon &
4:30pm-5:00pm
Christ the King In 1925, Pope Pius XI instituted the Feast of Christ the King in his encyclical letter Quas Primas, in response to growing nationalism and secularism around the world. He had the foresight to realize
that secularism could soon wage awful wars against the Church. During the early twentieth century, in Mexico, Russia, and in many parts of Europe, atheistic regimes threatened not just the Catholic Church and its faithful but civilization itself. Pope Pius XI’s encyclical gave Catholics hope and—while governments of men around them crumbled—the assurance that Christ the King shall reign forever. Pope Pius XI said that Christ “reign[s] ‘in the hearts of men,’ both by reason of the keenness of his intellect and the extent of his knowledge, and also because he is very truth, and it is from him that truth must be obediently received by all mankind.” While we hope and pray that the dark times of almost a century ago remain in the past, a troubling recent Pew Forum report shows that religious intolerance is on the rise worldwide, including in the United States. Therefore, we must remain vigilant when our first American freedom protected under the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution is threatened. (Continued on page 2)
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Christ the King (cont’d) Religious liberty gives us the ability not just to worship at Mass but the freedom to feed the hungry, serve the needy, and tend to the sick. During this time when we come together as a nation in thanksgiving for our many blessings, let us thank God for the gift of religious liberty and ask that it not be taken for granted.
Prayer for the Protection of Religious Liberty
O God our Creator, from your provident hand we have received our right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. You have called us as your people and given us the right and the duty to worship you, the only true God, and your Son, Jesus Christ. Through the power and working of your Holy Spirit, you call us to live out our faith in the midst of the world, bringing the light and the saving truth of the Gospel to every corner of society. We ask you to bless us in our vigilance for the gift of religious liberty. Give us the strength of mind and heart to readily defend our freedoms when they are threatened; give us courage in making our voices heard on behalf of the rights of your Church and the freedom of conscience of all people of faith. Grant, we pray, O heavenly Father, a clear and united voice to all your sons and daughters gathered in your Church in this decisive hour in the history of our nation, so that, with every trial withstood and every danger overcome—for the sake of our children, our grandchildren, and all who come after us—this great land will always be “one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen. USCCB CNS Photo/Gregory A. Shemitz visit www.usccb.org/freedom for more information on how you can take action to protect religious liberty!
Nuestro Señor Jesucristo Rey del Universo Cada Año, en el último domingo del Año litúrgico, Cele-bramos la Solemnidad de Cristo Rey. El Apóstol San Pablo nos Enseña: "En [Jesucristo] fueron creadas Todas Las cosas en el cielo y en la Tierra, ... y todo tiene En El su consistencia" (Col 1,16-17). El es el Alfa y el Omega, el Principio y el Fin, el 'Camino, la Verdad y la Vida ". En efecto, Cristo promete a sus amigos fieles el don de la Salvación, la promesa de la vida eterna por medio de su Resurrección. Orígenes de la fiesta En 1925, Mediante su Encíclica Quas Primas, el Papa Pío XI instituyó la fiesta de Cristo Rey en respuesta al cre-ciente nacionalismo y secularismo-la adoración de "ídolos" del Mundo terrenal, como el dinero y la fama, por encima de Dios. Durante los primeros años del siglo XX, en México, Rusia y Otras partes de Europa el secularismo amenazaba no solo a la Iglesia Católica sino-a la Civilización Misma. La encíclica Quas Primas dio a los católicos la esperanza de que, aunque los gobiernos se derrumbaran , el Reino de Cristo duraría para siempre. El Papa Pius XI dijo que Cristo “reina” en los corazones de los hombres. Ahora más que nunca, debemos cele-brar que Jesucristo es el Rey del Universo En Cristo, NECESITAMOS Preservar Nuestros Derechos Fundamentales de la creación que se encuentran en el libro del Génesis: "Dios vio que todo cuanto había hecho era muy bueno" (Gen 1,31). Por lo Tanto, somos "Hechos a su imagen y semejanza", cada uno de Nosotros posee el sello de la bondad mensurable (Gn 1,26). Bondad de Cristo, implantada en el Corazón del hombre, nos llama para luchar lo que por derecho nos pertenece a cada uno de nosotros: El Derecho a la libertad religiosa. En Cristo, NECESITAMOS evangelizar con amor. Cris-to, manso y humilde de Corazón, es el perfecto siervo de Dios: Mediante sus enseñanzas (Dignitatis humanae, 11) . Con nuestras obras cotidianas, sigamos el ejemplo de mostrar la verdad de Cristo a los demás. En Cristo, NECESITAMOS proclamar la verdad. El Reino de Cristo "da testimonio de la Verdad" Quan 18,37). Al dar este testimonio, Cristo reconoce la autori-dad del gobierno "den al César lo que es del César" (Mateo 22,21). Dar testimonio de la verdad en estos tiempos puede ser difícil, pero Cristo nos ha enseñado la importancia de siempre estar al servicio para el bien de la humanidad. Por lo del tanto, con su gracia y la esperanza en el don de su Salvación, demos testimonio siempre de la verdad de esta manera, nos convertimos en Verdaderos Siervos de Cristo que preparan Su Reino en la Tierra y en Cielo. USCCB
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Clergy
Monsignor John Talesfore, Pastor 650-344-7622 ext.102 [email protected] Rev. Dominic S. Lee, Parochial Vicar 650-344-7622 ext. 119 [email protected] Rev. Tony Vallecillo, Parochial Vicar 650-344-7622 ext. 162 [email protected]
In Residence
Most Rev. William Justice, Auxiliary Bishop of San Francisco Rev. Thomas Parenti
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Chinese Community Chapel Masses Cantonese: 2nd, 4th, 5th Sunday @ 3:00pm. Mandarin: 1st and 3rd Sunday @ 3:00pm.
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THANK YOU - WEEKEND COLLECTION/COLECTA SEMANAL Thank you for your generosity in the Collection Gracias por su generosidad en la Colecta
Sunday Collection $ 11,656.55
Electronic Collection $ 1,181.50
A.A.A $ 3,619.38
Candles $ 225.56
Mass Intentions $ 210.00
Mass Intentions November 21– November 28
Saturday 21, 5:00 Dolph & Ruth Malatesta † 7:00 Maria Guardado † Sunday 22, 8:45 Ma. Estela Garcia † 10:45 Community / Pueblo 12:30 Gezy & Bobby Liskay † 5:30 Familia Rojas Briseno Monday 23, 6:30 Richard Struempf † 12:05 Anthony & Margaret Andidora † Tuesday 24, 12:05 Cerna Zuniga Family † Wednesday 25, 6:30 Bill Talmage † 12:05 Milton Bazzel † Friday 27, 12:05 George & Dolores Bedrosiam† Saturday 28,12:05 Javier Jacinto †
Bilingual Confession Friday from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Confesiones bilingües Viernes de 7:00pm a 9:00pm
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Baptismal Catechesis Prior to the baptism of your infant, parents are required to attend our Baptism class. Please call the Parish office for reservations. .
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Thanksgiving Mass Misa de Acción de Gracias
Thursday, November 26th at 9:00 a.m. Jueves 26 de Noviembre a las 9:00 a.m.
Please bring two food items: Item 1: Something from your table to be
blessed during the Mass. Item 2: Something to donate for someone
else’s table
~ Por favor trae dos artículos de comida
1er. Artículo: Algo que usarás en tu cena de Acción de Gracias para que sea
bendecido durante la Misa. 2do. Artículo: Algo que puedas donar
para la cena de otra persona (los más pobres)
St. Vincent de Paul Society Next weekend (Nov.28/29) there will be a special collection for St. Vincent de Paul in our parish. The second collection will help to serve the needy people and families who live nearby. Your donations provide: ►Food for over 500 needy families/individuals in our parish ►Temporary PG&E and rent assistance to people who are experiencing short-term job loss. Gifts of both money and non-perishable food are greatly appreciated! If you would like to give some of your time, please call the Parish Center at 344-7622.
Christmas at Kohl The alumnae of Mercy High School are again sponsoring the holiday boutique Christmas at Kohl on Wednesday, December 2nd. from 5:00 to 9:00pm. This event is held at Mercy High School’s Kohl Mansion, 2750 Adeline Drive, Burlingame. For more information call: 650-762-1190
Pray For The Departed
Gai Marino ~ Carlos Rodriguez
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Assisted Suicide Referendum Stop Assisted Suicide in CA before it’s too late! Earlier this year, through a Special Session, the CA legislature passed assisted suicide, allowing doctors to prescribe overdose medication to terminally-ill patients. Join a coalition of physicians, nurses, disability-rights organizations, and people of all faiths to stand for the lives of our elderly and dying and oppose assisted suicide. On Sundays throughout the rest of the year, referendum petitions will be available for signature outside of Masses. Signers must be registered to vote and can only sign once. Why Oppose Assisted Suicide? • Sends the Wrong Message: Legalizing suicide for the terminally ill, while discouraging it for the rest of the population, teaches that the lives of the ill and disabled do not matter to our society. •Will Worsen Patient Care: Patients in other states where assisted suicide has become law, people are being denied treatment prescribed by their doctors and instead offered drugs for assisted suicide. •Will Increase Non-Terminal Suicide Rates: Suicides skyrocket when assisted suicide is legalized. Oregon's suicide rate for non-terminal people increased 49% after assisted suicide became legal. If you have further ques ons or need assistance our point person is Vicki Evans, Archdiocesan Respect Life Director, who can be reached at 415-614-5533 or [email protected].
Prayer to Stop Assisted Suicide: O God, source of all life and hope, look kindly on our brothers and sisters facing the end of their lives. Fill them with the hope of your mercy and give them peace and comfort. We pray for all Californians. Inspire them to protect the lives of the elderly, the infirm and the disabled. Renew our commitment to building a community where every human life is welcomed and wanted, valued and defended -- from conception to natural death. We ask this through the intercession of Saint John Paul II. Amen.
St. Matthew Catholic School CHRISTMAS TREE AND
WREATH Fundraising Program
Your organization receives 15% of the purchase price when you buy a Holiday tree at HONEY BEAR TREES. Tell your friends & neighbors and raise even more money! Simply bring this flyer when you purchase your tree and wreath. (If you happen to forget it, there will be extra flyers on the lot). It’s that simple! All our trees are of the finest quality and freshness, grown on the Cocco Christmas Tree Farm in Oregon’s beautiful Cascade foothills. Here’s a great opportunity to find the perfect Christmas Tree and support your organization at the same time!
Honey Bear Trees - Redwood City 955 Woodside Rd. 650-364-3507 Open: 11/20/2015 to 12/24/2015
7 days a week from 9:00am to 9:00pm
Honey Bear Trees - San Carlos 1579 El Camino Real
San Carlos: Open: 11/21/2015 to 12/24/2015
Honey Bear Trees - San Mateo SMCo. Event Center
2495 S. Delaware Street San Mateo: Open: 11/26/2015 to 12/24/2015
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ÁRBOLES DE NAVIDAD Y CORONAS Programa de recaudación de Fondos
Su organización recibirá el 15% del precio de compra cuando usted compre un árbol de Navidad en HONEY BEAR TREES. ¡Cuéntele a sus amigos y vecinos y recaude aún más dinero! Simplemente muestre este folleto cuando usted compre su árbol y corona. (Si se le olvida, no se preocupe en la parcela abra más volantes disponibles) ¡Es así de sencillo! Todos nuestros árboles son de la mejor calidad y frescura, cultivados en la granja de árboles Cocco Tree Farm, localizada en las montañas Cascada Foothills, en Oregón. ¡Esta es una gran oportunidad para encontrar el árbol de Navidad perfecto y brindarle apoyo a su organización, al mismo tiempo!
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SACRAMENTO DE LA RECONCILIACION Horario de Confesiones en Español para la semana del 23 al 28 de Noviembre. (sujeto a cambios) Lunes 23, 5:00 pm a 5:30 pm en la capilla Miércoles 25, 5:00 pm. a 5:30 pm en la capilla Viernes 27, 5:00 pm a 5:30 pm en la capilla 7:00 pm a 9:00 pm en la capilla Sábado 28, 11:30 am y 4:30 pm en la Iglesia
El sacramento de la Penitencia esta constituido por el conjunto de tres actos realizados por el penitente, y por la absolución del sacerdote. Los actos del penitente son: el arrepentimiento, la confesión o manifestación de los pecados al sacerdote y el propósito de realizar la reparación y las obras de penitencia (CIC-1491). La confesión individual e íntegra de los pecados graves seguida de la absolución es un medio ordinario para la reconciliación con Dios y con la Iglesia. (CIC-1497)
Necesita Ayuda? Si usted o alguien de su familia tiene un problema
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Misa bilingüe de Acción de Gracias, Jueves 26 de
Noviembre a las 9:00am. Invitamos a todos los parroquianos a que nos
acompañen a celebrar el Día de Acción de Gracias con una Misa especial a las 9:00am. (Esta será la única Misa celebrada en ese día. Ese día No Habrá confesiones ni exposición del Santísimo)
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Thanksgiving Day Thursday, November 26, 2015 at 9:00 A.M.
As you make plans for this year’s family celebration of Thanksgiving, we invite parishioners who will be staying in the
area to join us for a special Thanksgiving Day Mass at 9:00am on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26, 2015. (NOTE: There will be NO 6:30am Mass, 12:05pm Mass, 5:00pm Confessions or Exposition and Benediction that day.)
As our nation enjoys this one day a year to thank God “from Whom all blessings flow,” we Catholics have the opportunity to better appreciate just what a blessing we have in the weekly and daily opportunities we enjoy for “Eucharist,” which means “thanksgiving” in the original Greek. What better way to start our national feast as Catholics, faith-filled and faithful citizens of the United States of America! Msgr. John Talesfore, Pastor
Hospitality Ministry The Parish Hospitality Committee is looking for members to join our fun group. We are responsible for planning, organizing and hosting many of our parish social functions. It’s a great way to be creative and social while adding warmth of hospitality to our parish community. For more information, please contact Kathy Grazioli at 650-200-7487 or [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you!
If you are considering enrolling your child at St. Matthew Catholic School for the 2016-2017 school year, applications are now available online. Please visit the
school website www.stmatthewcath.org, for more information. Questions? Contact Ann Connelly at [email protected] or (650) 343 1373 x 139
