St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston 18223 Point Lookout Dr. Nassau Bay, Texas 77058-3594 281-333-3891 / Fax: 281-333-3815 www.stpaulcatholic.org Monday – Thursday Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday Hours: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. (Closed for lunch 12-1 p.m., M-F) The Clergy Staff Pastor, Rev. Wencil Pavlovsky (Ext. 325) Rev. James P. Bradley Retired Deacon Scott Daniel (Ext. 337) Deacon Arturo Monterrubio (713-741-8709) Deacon Servando Rojas (Ext. 337) Deacon Jim Lockwood Retired Deacon Hector Romeu Retired The Pastoral Staff Adult Faith Formation (Ext. 328) Heidi Clark 281-957-7324 Children’s Ministry (Ext. 339) Sara Fontana 281-957-7327 Early Childhood Program (Ext. 340) Vicky Kuehnel 281-333-0176 Liturgical Ministry (Ext. 333) Joyce Lubofsky 281-333-3891 Multicultural Ministry (Ext. 321) Esperanza Monterrubio 281-957-7328 Music Ministry (Ext. 332) Jose Arredondo 281-957-7330 Youth Ministry (Ext. 301) Kathy Giannini 281-957-7320 Business Manager (Ext. 330) Maria Conner 281-957-7323 Bookkeeper (Ext. 341) Theresa Waller 281-957-7325 Facilities Director (Ext. 343) Michael Centanni 281-957-7332 Parish Secretary (Ext. 323) Laura Ruzicka 281-957-7322 Assistant Secretary (Ext. 300) Elena Capetillo 281-957-7329 Society of St. Vincent de Paul (281-333-2509) Office Hours: Tuesday 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Wednesday 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Thursday 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Appointment required for Financial Assistance but not for Food Pantry We Celebrate the Eucharist Weekday: Mass in English Tuesday – Saturday at 8:30 a.m. Misa en Español (Mass in Spanish) Jueves (Thursday) a las 7:00 p.m. Weekend: Mass in English Saturday Vigil at 5:00 p.m. Sunday at 9:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. Misa en Español (Mass in Spanish) Domingo (Sunday) a las 12:00 Mediodía Confessions: Tuesday and Thursday 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Eucharistic Adoration: Continuously in the Chapel 6:00 p.m. Sunday – 8:30 a.m. Saturday
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St. Paul the Apostle
Catholic Church Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
18223 Point Lookout Dr. Nassau Bay, Texas 77058-3594
We Celebrate the Eucharist Weekday: Mass in English
Tuesday – Saturday at 8:30 a.m.
Misa en Español (Mass in Spanish) Jueves (Thursday) a las 7:00 p.m.
Weekend: Mass in English Saturday Vigil at 5:00 p.m. Sunday at 9:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.
Misa en Español (Mass in Spanish) Domingo (Sunday) a las 12:00 Mediodía
Confessions: Tuesday and Thursday 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Eucharistic Adoration: Continuously in the Chapel 6:00 p.m. Sunday – 8:30 a.m. Saturday
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A huge THANK YOU!! Our parish DSF goal for 2017 was $130,000. With your help we raised
$133,191! That means not only that we MET our goal and do not have to take monies budgeted from our other ministries, but also that we will receive back 50% ($1,596) back to put toward our building fund needs! Thank you for sharing your blessings with our parish family and community!!
¡MUCHISIMAS GRACIAS! Nuestra meta de DSF parroquial para el 2017 era $130,000. ¡Con su ayuda recaudamos $ 133,191! Eso significa no solo que HEMOS ALCANZADO nuestra meta y no tenemos que tomar dinero presupuestado de nuestros otros ministerios, sino también que recibiremos un 50% ($1,596) de vuelta para nuestras necesidades de fondos para la deuda de construcción. ¡Gracias por compartir sus bendiciones con nuestra familia parroquial y nuestra comunidad!
Easy on-line giving to collections, ministries and maintenance of our Spiritual Home. Visit www.faithdirect.net to sign up. St. Paul the
Apostle Church Code TX596.
Donaciones fáciles en línea a colecciones, ministerios y mantenimiento de nuestro Hogar Espiritual. Visite www.faithdirect.net para registrarse. Código TX596 para la iglesia de San Pablo el Apóstol.
Sunday, January 7th, the Solemnity of the Epiphany and Monday, January 8th, the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, close out the Christmas Season. The Masses for the Epiphany will be the usual schedule. There is no Mass on
Monday, January 8th.
El domingo, 7 de enero, la Solemnidad de la Epifanía, y el lunes, 8 de enero, la Fiesta del Bautismo del Señor, cierra la temporada de Navidad. El horario de las Misas de la Epifanía es el horario regular. No habrá Misa el lunes, 8 de enero.
December 31 Financial Stewardship Administración Financiera 31 de diciembre
Contributions $ 17,844.45 Contribuciones
Regular $17,844.45 Regulares No On line deductions this period. $ 0.00 No Deducciones De Línea Durante Este Periodo.
Building Loan Payment $ 37,130.77 Préstamo del Edificio November building Fund $ 18,034.43 Donaciones de fonda para la deuda del edificio en noviembre
2017 DSF $ 130,000** 2017 DSF
Paid To Date $133,191 Pagado al Día *Increases as parishioners Respond to
Archdiocese Appeal. **Half of all amounts donated over the
$130,000 goal are applied to our building debt. The other half will go into
Archdiocese DSF accounts.
*Número aumenta a lo que feligreses responden al apelación de la Arquidiócesis
**La mitad de todos fondos donados sobre el objetivo de $130,000 serán aplicados a la deuda de nuestro edificio. El resto se destinara a cuentas de DSF de la Arquidiócesis.
FINANCE COUNCIL
The Finance Council assists the Pastor in a consultative role with
administration of parish goods,
encouraging support of Parish and Archdiocesan
stewardship programs for Time, Talent and Treasure. For more
The Pastoral Council is a representative body of the faithful,
whose focus is on the parish community and fostering the mission of the Church. It is
presided over by the Pastor, with members
assisting in a consultative basis to
represent the interests and spiritual well-being of the parish. For more
information, contact the Pastoral Council at PastoralCouncil@stpaul
catholic.org.
2017 Members Michael Benz
Evelina Contreras Raymond Khoury
Harald Langer Matthew Malone
Mario Moreno Tony Quezada
Oscar Ortiz Luisa Rivera
Yvonne Vigue-Rodi Aaron Walz Susan Wells
Barbara Wirth
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Readings & Mass Intentions ♦ Lecturas Y Intenciones de Misa
(1/7/2018 – 1/13/2018)
Sunday (Is 60:1-6; Eph 3:2-3a, 5-6; Mt 2:1-12) Epiphany 9:00 AM †Pavo Marinovic; Linda D'souza; 12:00 PM For the People of the Parish 5:00 PM Necy Bugais; Katherine Post Monday (Is 42:1-4, 6-7; Mk 1:7-11) Baptism of the Lord
No Mass Tuesday (1 Sm 1:9-20; Mk 1:21-28) First Week of OT 8:30 AM Brian Groth; Katherine Post Wednesday (1 Sm 3:1-10, 19-20; Mk 1:29-39) First Week of OT 8:30 AM Benita Jacob; †Dorothy Breidenstein Thursday (1 Sm 4:1-11; Mk 1:40-45) First Week of OT 8:30 AM † Steve Wright; †Truth Hoedebecke 7:00 PM †Steve Campos Jr. Friday (1 Sm 8:4-7, 10-22a; Mk 1:40-45) First Week of OT
8:30 AM †Christine Rehlinger Saturday (1 Sm 9:1-4, 17-19; 10:1a; Mk 2:13-17) First Week of OT;
Hillary, Bishop and Doctor of the Church; Vigil: (1 Sm 3:3b-10, 19; 1 Cor 6:13c-15a, 17-20; Jn 1:35-42)
8:30 AM Robyn Gardner 5:00 PM †Steve Campos Jr.
Please Pray For: Tony Faga Cancer Joyce ZongroneLarry Rhea Medical Nancy StancerTom Biviano Medical Nancy StancherWendy McClain Health Kathy McClainMaureen Dienno Healing Julie Dienno-DemarestShelly Michna Healing Heidi ClarkAl Arens Recuperating Mary ClarkJerry Adam Recuperating Mary ClarkTekla Adam Treatments Mary ClarkJohn McClain Kidney Kathy McClainWinnie Gillen Healing Peggy NelsonCarol Weide Healing Janet WrenAllan Weide Healing Janet WrenAlexandria Kallneyer Healing Janet WrenAngie Law Virus H Clark Jeanne Mitchell Health Issues Gretchen MitchellToshiko Ami Health Issues Gerard HughesMalou Gonzalez Healing Lita Lao Bruce Reed Illness Sharon ReedMary Kohan Stroke Pat RosenbaumJulieta Guzman Banda Cancer Lita Lao Kathy Mayo Cancer Debbie WallerCheryl Monroe Medical Issues Latanier RichardJayden Hernandez Brain Tumor Alex DeleonDanny Knight Hospitalized P ParatoreDonna Dalton Healing Theresa WallerGlynn Lunney Illness Peter BraccioMelissa Carpenter Health concerns ACTS
The bread and wine are donated in thanksgiving by John and Rose Stanley.
The candles burn for in celebration of John and Rose Stanley's 60th Anniversary.
St. Paul the Apostle Knight’s News www.stpaulcatholic.org/knights-of-columbus
Like us on facebook.com/kofc6234 Join the Knights of Columbus, contact Philip
Augustine 832.816.4852
Join us in Serving God, Church, and Community
It is time again to start thinking about Father Walter’s Senior’s
Scholarship fund. Watch/read the bulletin each and every Sunday for details. Support our Knights of Columbus to raise the funds needed, by purchasing their award winning BBQ Brisket by the Lb., Catholic smoked Chicken, finger licking Ribs, and Sausage.
Lifetime of Music & Ministry- John Michael Talbot will bring his “Lifetime of Music & Ministry Concert Tour on Thursday, February 8, 2018 to the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in Houston. Tickets are $30 for General Admission and $50 for a special VIP Package that includes preferred seating, early admission to artist’s sound check and an autographed CD. The concert is sponsored by God’s Embrace Ministries and tickets can be purchased online at www.godsembrace.org. For questions and group rates, please call the sponsor at 979.561.8883.
Society of St. Vincent 281.333.2509
Office Hours: Tuesday-Wednesday, 9:30-11:30 AM Thursday: 6:00-8:00 PM
Upcoming Conference Meetings January 10 & 24, 2018, 7 PM @ St Paul, Room 1
Please note the SVDP office will be closed January 8, 2018 for the Christmas Holiday.
Merry Christmas from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul.
May you live in the Light in 2018!
Early Childhood Program Seeing Children Through The Eyes of God! For information contact: Vicky Kuehnel, Director
OF HOLY COMMUNION There will be an all-day training course for new extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion on Saturday, January 20th. If you are interested in participating, please contact Joyce Lubofsky at [email protected].
IT’S FLU AND COLD SEASON! To limit everyone’s exposure
to this winter’s flu and colds, we ask everyone to please follow these
guidelines: If you are ill, stay home! If you are contagious, you should not be around other people, including and especially at Church, a closed environment where you could possibly infect hundreds of other people with your germs or virus. “Contagious” includes everything from a coughy, sneezy, phlegmy cold to the flu. If you are not feeling up to par but you are not sick enough to stay home:
**do not hold hands during the Our Father;
**do not shake hands or hug other people at the Sign of Peace – a smile and nod of the head with the words “The Peace of the Lord be with you” will suffice;
**do not drink from the cup of the Precious Blood;
**receive the Host in your hand, not on your tongue.
Show concern for your brothers and sisters in the community, especially the elderly or chronically ill, and follow these simple guidelines to ensure a healthier winter for us all!
ENTRENAMIENTO PARA NUEVOS MINISTROS
EXTRAORDINARIOS DE LA SAGRADA COMUNION Habrá un curso de entrenamiento para nuevos ministros extraordinarios de la Sagrada Comunión el sábado 27 de enero. Si tiene interés, favor de comunicar con Joyce Lubofsky a [email protected].
¡ES TEMPORADA DE LA GRIPE!
Para limitar la exposición de todo el mundo a la gripa y los resfríos este invierno, les pedimos a todos que sigan estas directrices:
¡Si usted está enfermo, quédese en casa! Si es contagioso/a, no debe ser cerca de otras personas, incluyendo y especialmente en la Iglesia, un entorno cerrado donde posiblemente usted podría infectar a cientos de otras personas con el virus o gérmenes. “Contagioso” incluye todo clase de enfermedad desde una tos o estornudo a la gripe.
Si no se siente muy bien pero no al nivel para quedarse en casa:
**no sostenga las manos durante el Padre Nuestro;
**no se dan la mano o abraza a otras personas durante el Señal de la Paz - será suficiente una sonrisa y el guiño de la cabeza con las palabras "la paz del Señor este con usted";
**no beba del cáliz de la Preciosa Sangre;
**recibe la Hostia en la mano, no en la lengua.
Muestra preocupación por sus hermanos y hermanas en la comunidad, especialmente los ancianos u enfermos crónicos y seguir estas sencillas instrucciones para asegurarse un invierno más saludable para todos nosotros.
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Ministry and Continuing Education for Adults Because Our Faith is too Rich to have ever Learned it All…
Contact Heidi Clark, Director of Adult Ministry, 281.333.3891, Ext. 328 or [email protected] for more information.
Adult faith formation at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church is centered around the understanding that living
“The Way” taught by Jesus Christ is a life-long, evolving journey, involving both effort and decision. To enable adults to explore the
faith and deepen their knowledge of God’s Word, we provide many opportunities to come together in a learning environment. As a
diverse community with a small parish feel, we know it is important to walk that journey with others and to share what we have
learned along the way.
Philippians Bible and Prayer Study Group Beginning Toward the end of his life, under arrest and awaiting trial in Rome, Saint Paul wrote a short but powerful letter to the Philippians. At the heart of this letter is Paul’s eloquent hymn of Christ’s total gift of self, the model for Paul’s life. With his words and the example of his life, Paul exhorts the Philippians to have the mind of Christ, to live a life worthy of the Gospel, and, by God’s grace, to gain Christ. In this six-session Bible study which also beautifully interweaves contemplative prayer into the experience, you’ll gain important insights on how to grow you prayer life. This study group will meet Wednesday nights from January 3-Feb. 14, 7-8:30 p.m., in the conference room. Participation is free. Contact [email protected] for more information or call 281-333-3891, ext. 328.
Ladies’ Spirituality Group If you are looking to grow in your understanding of God’s plan for you and how to live that out authentically, consider joining this weekly daytime spiritual growth group for women. The group will begin meeting again on Tuesday morning, January 23. The book we’ll be reading and discussing is Jennifer Fulwiler’s latest best-seller, “Something Other Than God.” The group meets from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in room 1. The book is available free for parishioners on the FORMED.ORG website using our parish access code: Q8QMC7.
A Welcome for Newcomers Who are you? Are you divorced? Are you worried about your kids? Are you married for the second, or even the third time? Are you a newcomer? Are you from another Christian tradition? Are you full of doubt? Has it been a while since you’ve been to church? All are welcome here. If you've been away, you can come back; if you've been living in darkness, you can come to the light. To find out more about becoming Catholic—or even returning to the faith—contact Heidi Clark at [email protected] or call 281-333-3891 x328.
Ladies Lunch Bunch Gathers Attend The next Ladies Lunch Bunch gathers Wednesday, January 10, 2018, at 12:30 p.m. at BJ's Restaurant and Brewhouse, 515 W. Bay Area Boulevard, Webster. If you do not receive an invitation and wish to join the group, please call Mary Sue Anton, 713 254-2961. Please RSVP no later than Monday, January 8, at noon.
FORMED ACCESS CODE: Q8QMC7
Save the Date - Texas Rally for Life Saturday, January 27, 2018, Austin, TX State Capitol Join other pro-life Catholics for the Texas Rally for Life. St. Paul will be joining St. Helen (2213 Old Alvin Rd in Pearland) on their bus. The cost is $30/person, (includes water and snacks). Children under 12 are free. Tentative schedule is as follows: 7:00 AM sharp-Bus leaves St. Helen’s Parking lot 8:15 AM Pro-Life Mass at St. Vincent de Paul-Houston presided by Cardinal Di Nardo 9:15 AM Bus leaves for Austin 11:30 AM Stop/Lunch on your own (or bring a sack lunch) 1:00 -3:00 PM March and Rally 3:30 PM Return to St. Helen Reserve your seat (as soon as possible to be assured of a seat) by contacting Marilyn Daniel, 713.412.8559 or [email protected].
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Ministerio Multicultural “Ustedes son el cuerpo de Cristo, y cada uno en su
lugar es parte de él.” (1 Cor. 12:27)
Lo que dijo el Papa Francisco en la Fiesta de la Epifanía del Señor
En esta fiesta de la Epifanía, que nos recuerda la manifestación de Jesús a la humanidad en el rostro de un Niño, sintamos cerca a los Magos, como sabios compañeros de camino. Su ejemplo nos anima a levantar los ojos a la estrella y a seguir los grandes deseos de nuestro corazón. Nos enseñan a no contentarnos con una vida mediocre, de “poco calado”, sino a dejarnos fascinar siempre por la bondad, la verdad, la belleza… por Dios, que es todo eso en modo siempre mayor. Y nos enseñan a
no dejarnos engañar por las apariencias, por aquello que para el mundo es grande, sabio, poderoso. No nos podemos quedar ahí. Es necesario proteger la fe. Es muy
importante en este tiempo: proteger la fe. Tenemos que ir más allá, más allá de la oscuridad, más allá de la atracción de las sirenas, más allá de la mundanidad, más allá de tantas modernidades que existen hoy, ir hacia Belén, allí donde en la sencillez de una casa de la periferia, entre una mamá y un papá llenos de amor y de fe, resplandece el Sol que nace de lo alto, el Rey del universo. A ejemplo de los Magos, con nuestras pequeñas luces busquemos la Luz y protejamos la fe. Así sea. (2014)
Welcome to Youth Ministry “…dedicated to bringing teens into relationship with Jesus Christ, and empowering young people to become
disciples of Him in their everyday life through study of scripture, catechesis and service…”
¡Edge viernes no se reúne de nuevo hasta el 19th de enero! Weekend Retreat is in March…Watch for information at welcome center. En un retiro de fin de semana en marzo…Ver para obtener información en el centro de bienvenida.
We meet TONIGHT!
Service Opportunities Monday, January 8th
8:00AM to Noon Help with taking down the
Christmas Greenery around the Church! Sign up @SPACE.
Confirmation next session is January 28th La próxima sesión de confirmación 28 de enero
Teen ACTS Team Discernment forms are available NOW
@ the Welcome Center! Interview date is February 8th
Los Adolescentes ACTS discernimiento de los equipos formularios
están disponibles ahora @ El Centro de Bienvenida!
Fecha de la entrevista es 8 de febrero
Para más información acerca de este ministerio comuníquese con Esperanza Monterrubio a 281.333.3891 Ext 321 o
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Children’s Ministry Partnering with parents to keep
the light of faith burning
For information call Sara Fontana 281.333.3891 Ext. 339 or e-mail [email protected].
SPRING SEMESTER CCE STARTS THIS WEEK!!!!
Children’s Liturgy of the Word will be offered
January 20 at 9a.m. Mass
Led by Kristin & Peter Fontana
Parents if you would like to assist please call Sara at 281-957-7327
Elementary Students
1st Reconciliation Preparation
Parents please assist your
child in completing Chapter 6.
Final Parent Session during
CCE times
January 7 ( Family
Formation)
January 8 or January 10 Pornography: How To Handle This Reality In My Ministry And My Family A resourceful workshop on ways we can help those we serve through our ministries and how we can equip ourselves and families to live in freedom from the newest addiction. Parish and school staff, clergy and any others interested in this topic are invited to attend.
Tuesday February 13, 2018, (9am-2pm) St. Dominic’s Chancery
2403 Holcombe Blvd $30 includes lunch. Registrations https://archgh.cvent.com/PornographyHowToHandleThisRealityInMyMinis 713-741-8778
Ministerio de Niños Asociarse con los padres a mantener
la luz de la fe ardiente
Para información comuníquese con Sara Fontana 281.333.3891 Ext. 339 o [email protected].
SEMESTRE DE PRIMAVERA 1ST DAY
January 7 –
Family Formation
January 8 –
Monday/Lunes CCE
January 10 –
Wednesday CCE
January 12 –
Viernes CCE
Primeros estudiantes preparación para la reconciliación
Los padres por favor ayuden a
su hijo a completar el capítulo 6.
Sesión final de padres
durante el CCE Times
8 de enero o 12 de enero
Liturgia de la Palabra con Niños January 7, 21 y 28 12pm Misa
Presenter: Fr. Sean Kilcawley from Integrity Restored
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Join the Legion of Mary Praesidium, Our Lady Star of the Sea!!!!
As Mary’s army, we Legionaries assist Fr. Wencil in taking Christ out to the world by evangelizing and fighting evil. Together we are on a journey towards sanctification. The Legion of Mary praesidium meetings are held in room 1 every Monday at 6:45 p.m. Our Legionary assignments are focused on Spiritual Works of Mercy, take about 2 hours and are performed in pairs. Some examples of Legionary assignments are: - Visit and Pray the Rosary (or the Divine Mercy Chaplet) with nursing
home residents, homebound parishioners, with families receiving the Pilgrim Virgin Statue and at funeral vigils (upon request).
- Assist with Communion Services at nursing homes. - Evangelize at a Book Borrow in front of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul offices, during
Door-To-Door visits, at the Strawberry Festival and at the University of Houston (Clear Lake Campus) Catholic booths, etc.
- Catechize RCIC, RCIA, CCE and the homebound as well as those in nursing homes and those we visit.
- Set up an altar for Our Lord and participate in the Corpus Christi Procession. - Assist with the crowning of Mary at the May Crowning. - Assist with Home Enthronements. - Assist with Our Lady of Guadalupe festivities including setting up an altar honoring our
devotion to Mary. - Participate in the National Prayer Life Chain along Nasa Rd 1 and the ProLife Rosary
Procession on the anniversary of Roe vs Wade. - Go on Summer Outings, Tours and many other Fun activities. - Visit newly registered parishioners, newly Baptized and newly married. - Teach others about the history of the rosary and how to pray it. The list is endless! We must forget ourselves, our own comforts and desires and concentrate completely on what we can do for others with the power of the Holy Spirit and the ministering help of Mary. For more information, contact Maria Lorenzo by emailing her at [email protected]
or simply show up at a Monday meeting at 6:45 p.m. in room 1.
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2018 Fr. Walter Super Bowl BBQ
Sponsored by The Knights of Columbus Of St. Paul the Apostle
The St. Paul Knights of Columbus will be cooking BBQ briskets, ribs, chickens, sausage and chopped beef sandwiches for the annual Father Walter Sheffield Scholarship Fund. BBQ will be available for purchase after Mass the weekends of January 20-21, 27-28, and February 3-4. Call Louis Nguyen @ 281.732.7566 for additional information.
2018 Padre Walter Super Bowl BBQ
Patrocinado por los Caballeros de Colón de San Pablo Apóstol
Los Caballeros de Colón de San Pablo cocinarán asados de barbacoa, costillas, pollo, salchichas y sándwiches de carne picada para el Fondo de Becas del Padre Walter Sheffield anual. El BBQ estará disponible para la compra después de la misa los fines de semana del 20-21, y 27-28 de enero, y del 3 al 4 de febrero. Llame a Tony Quezada @ 281.217.1810 para información adicional.
