ST. VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC CHURCH 6800 BUFFALO SPEEDWAY, HOUSTON, TEXAS 77025 713-667-9111, FAX 713-667-3453, WWW.SVDP-HOUSTON.ORG ARCHDIOCESE OF GALVESTON-HOUSTON HIS EMINENCE DANIEL CARDINAL DINARDO September 4, 2016, Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time MASS SCHEDULE Weekdays: 6:45 AM and 12:10 PM Saturday: 8:15 AM, Vigil Mass at 5:00 PM Sunday: 7:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM Spanish Mass: Sunday, 3:00 PM Life Teen Mass: Sunday, 5:00 PM Young Adults Mass: Tuesday, 7:00 PM except No First Tuesday 7 PM Mass EUCHARISTIC ADORATION in the Church Adoration Chapel, 24 hours, Monday, 7 AM through Saturday, 8 AM CONFESSIONS: Tuesdays, 6-7 PM and Saturdays, 3:30-4:30 PM or call 713-667-9111 for an appointment HEALING AND ANOINTING OF THE SICK second Wednesday of the month after 12:10 PM Mass Pastor Rev. Msgr. William Young Parochial Vicar Rev. Phong Nguyen Deacons Gus Camacho, Dan Pagnano Business Administrator, Meredith Wyzik, 713-663-3549 Director of Music, Daryel Nance, 713-663-3539 Director of Liturgy, Laura Rivera, 713-663-3528 Director of Faith Formation, Nick LaRocca, 713-663-3565 Director of Communications, Mary Gosline, 713-663-3546 Parish School, 713-666-2345 Fax 713-663-3562 Principal, Carolyn Sears
Transcript
1
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC CHURCH 6800 BUFFALO SPEEDWAY, HOUSTON, TEXAS 77025
September 4, 2016, Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time
MASS SCHEDULE
Weekdays: 6:45 AM and 12:10 PM Saturday: 8:15 AM, Vigil Mass at 5:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM
Spanish Mass: Sunday, 3:00 PM Life Teen Mass: Sunday, 5:00 PM
Young Adults Mass: Tuesday, 7:00 PM except No First Tuesday 7 PM Mass
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION in the Church Adoration Chapel, 24 hours, Monday, 7 AM through Saturday, 8 AM
CONFESSIONS: Tuesdays, 6-7 PM and Saturdays, 3:30-4:30 PM or call 713-667-9111 for an appointment
HEALING AND ANOINTING OF THE SICK second Wednesday of the month after 12:10 PM Mass
Pastor Rev. Msgr. William Young
Parochial Vicar Rev. Phong Nguyen
Deacons Gus Camacho, Dan Pagnano
Business Administrator, Meredith Wyzik, 713-663-3549
Director of Music, Daryel Nance, 713-663-3539
Director of Liturgy, Laura Rivera, 713-663-3528
Director of Faith Formation, Nick LaRocca, 713-663-3565
Director of Communications, Mary Gosline, 713-663-3546
Parish School, 713-666-2345 Fax 713-663-3562
Principal, Carolyn Sears
September 4, 2016, Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time
P.2
Dear Parishioners:
I was born a Jersey Boy, but grew up outside Syracuse, New York in an old house that
was shared by two families. Eventually we were able to convert our home into a single-family dwelling. My dad worked two jobs and my mother worked during the day but was
home when we were home. About the time I was 13 or 14 my dad and I took on the task of improving the house.
We spent weekend after weekend crawling under the house and running new wire through the crawl space, through the attic, etc. We put up a new ceiling to replace a tin
ceiling in the living room. We saved for several months so we could put in a new roof. We had to hire a company for this. There were several other improvements for the house. We
just did not seem to get to the point of redecorating the inside.
Just as we were reaching a bit of financial security, my family was transferred to Houston as part of NASA
moving to Houston. I have always wondered, if we had been able to complete the work on the inside of the house could my parents have sold it for more? It is still standing today [although it looks a lot smaller than I remember].
Our parish over the last few months has experienced much unseen work that is important for the health of the
buildings. We are served by a strong Buildings and Grounds Committee and Facilities Manager. To go over some of the changes we have implemented —
A. The Church
New drainage has been installed and we continue to monitor ground water issues
We have begun the work of repairing our Burnham windows to preserve their beauty
The women’s restroom repair and restoration
New exterior lighting and more to come
B. The Apostolic Center
New phone system
Upgrades to our technology need
New Faith Formation Suite
Upgrades to security cameras [church and school]
C. School
All classrooms painted
Increased safety for doors, etc.
Opened new Fine Arts Center for art and music.
New sanitary plumbing repairs and a fix to a construction mistake [66% paid for by the architect
and contractor]
Your parish staff is working year round to help make our parish operate for the greater honor and glory of
God. Our plans include increased lighting on the parking lots on Holcombe and Buffalo Speedway. Some evenings
we have 8 to 10 different offices or rooms occupied for classes, counseling, etc.
All these projects are possible because you support this parish with your prayers and financial gifts. As we begin this new school year let us give thanks for all we have. It is important for all of us to contribute to the
financial strength of the parish in order that we continue to maintain what we have and provide for updates and repairs.
I ask all of us to reflect and ask ourselves if my financial support is a true reflection of my gratitude to God for the blessings I have. Perhaps it is time to bump up the tithe we give to our church. So many wonderful things
year round and a solid financial base contributes and facilitates a growth in service and outreach.
Maintaining our physical plant, while the highest of missions, a very important element to maintain is our mission as a parish and place of worship. Thank you for all you have done to make this parish a wonderful Family of Faith.
Pax et bonum,
Msgr. Bill
Letter From The Pastor
3
September 5 to September 11
Monday September 5, Weekday 6:45 AM - Msgr. Bill Young,
Friends & Family of Angela Ganuchi 12:10 PM - Mathew & Valsa George, Stacy Barnett †
Tuesday September 6, Weekday 6:45 AM - St. Jude League
Wednesday September 7 6:45 AM - Thomas F. Green, Jr. †,
The soul of Peter, Hoang Hue † 12:10 PM - John Fazzino †, John "Buddy" Ennis †
Thursday September 8 The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary 6:45 AM - Souri Felix †, Josie O'Donnell †
8:15 AM - Tony Rodriguez † 12:10 PM - Tony & Katherine Sechelski †, Can Huynh †
Friday September 9, USA: St. Peter Claver, Priest 6:45 AM - Bill Henricks †, Dr. Robert Fain †
8:15 AM - The soul of Joseph † 12:10 PM - Andrea Christine Regnier †, Gerald Bush †
Saturday September 10, Weekday 8:15 AM - Richard Faust †, Erlinda Simpao †
5:00 PM - Mary DeGeorge †
Sunday September 11 TWENTY-FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
7:00 AM - Ruth Kolenda † 9:00 AM - Maria Tran Thio Quit †
11:00 AM - Parishioners 1:00 PM - Bill Fisher †
3:00 PM - Guillerrmo Mata † 5:00 PM - Richard Faust †
Mass Intentions for the Week
Taizé Night Prayer
Sunday Night-Prayer of the
Roman Church using the
beautiful music of the
Community of Taizé, in France.
This Sunday, September 4, 7:30 P.M.
First Sunday of the Month
Here at St. Vincent de Paul Church
We will offer Night Prayer (Compline) of the
Roman Church, using the beautiful music of
the Community of Taizé in France. Lasting
just over a half-hour, it is a beautifully peaceful
prayer experience with which to conclude
one’s Sunday night in contemplative song.
Blood Drive Thank You! A big thank you to the 49 donors who gave at the Parish Blood Drive on August 28. A total of 59 blood products were provided. We also had 7 persons who tried to donate but were deferred; please try again. Thank you for re-
sponding to the call of love and mercy. Next blood drive is December 11 - mark your calendars! Enjoy your Blue Bell Ice Cream!
Please pray for the repose of the souls of: ===================================
Hyrell Agnes De Mello ===================================
Lillian Ann Eger ===================================
Eileen M. (Fiegl) RUSSO ===================================
May they rest in the peace of Christ.
Mission Appeal September 3 & 4 The Society of the Oblates of the Sacred Heart (OSH)
The Society of the Oblates of the Sacred Heart (OSH) is a religious Order of Priests and Lay Brothers committed to various missionary works of the Catholic Church particularly by promoting the devotion of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. We are involved in retreats and parish missions, visit the families and encourage the enthronement of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in the families, parish pastoral ministry, educational ministry in the schools, provide family counseling, social development programs etc. The priests of the Oblates of the Sacred Heart minister in various parts of the world. Four of our priests are serving the Archdiocese of Galveston Houston. We appreciate your valuable prayers and support for the missionary activities and ministries of the Oblates. Your generosity and sacrifice will help us a lot in the for-mation of our seminarians, the development of our retreat centers, in our catholic school ministries, in our family and social development programs and all our missionary endeavors. An Oblate priest will be with you this week-end to share the missionary activities of the Oblates. May the good Lord bless you and reward you for your generos-ity and kindness. Fraternally in the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Fr. Luke Manuel
OSH (Local Superior, Oblates of the Sacred Heart)
August 28, 2016, 22nd Sunday of Ordinary Time First round baskets passed are for the Offertory and the second
rectangular baskets are for the Second Collection.
Offertory: $46,221.32
Other Charitable: $ 2,413.00
Total Contributions: $48,634.32
4
While reading through a Catholic marriage blog recently, the traditional vows somehow took on a different phrasing. In-stead of the usual promises to honor and be true to each other, the vows became: God has chosen you to give yourself freely to your spouse, accept children lovingly, to honor each other and be true to each other under all circumstances: what is your response? And the response was the same one the Blessed Virgin Mary gave when asked to conceive and be-come the Mother of God. “Fiat,” she said: let it be done to me according to Your word. When we say “I do,” we aren’t just making a vow to our spouse in the sight of God. We are also saying “Fiat” to the marriage vocation to which God has entrusted us. Common questions in Catholic marriage preparation concern emotional maturity, putting someone else’s happiness above your own, delaying gratifications, and keeping commitments. Mary, at age 14, was able to put away girlish thinking and youthful insecurity and commit to a relationship which had uncertain benefit to herself and no reward in this world, be-cause God had called her to this work. St. John Paul II said “Every aspect of priestly formation can be referred to Mary, the human being who has responded better than any other to God’s call…to the point of conceiv-ing, in her heart and in her flesh, the Word made man, so as to give him to mankind.” For the very same reason, our Mother Mary is the model of the other, great universal voca-tion, Marriage.
Brought to you by the SVDP Vocations Committee. Pray for Vocations!
HOW IS GOD, IN HIS INFINITE
LOVE, CALLING YOU?
Elementary Faith Formation
Registration for Lord's Day and CCE is OPEN Please register your children as soon as possible.
Registration forms are online or at the parish religious edu-cation office. Completed forms may be returned in person or by mail to the parish office. Please contact Monica Aq-uila with any questions - [email protected]
The Lord’s Day Program is a faith formation program for children 2 years old through 5 years old. You may choose the 9:00 AM or the 11:00 AM class, and they meet in the Primary School Building.
The CCE Program provides faith formation for children in grades 1 through 8. We also have a class for children with special needs. CCE meets 10:30AM - 12:00Noon in the Primary, Intermediate and Middle School Buildings and the Msgr. Jamail Family Center.
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION PREPARATION: In order to be ready to start preparation for First Holy Com-munion, students must complete one full year of Catholic Education, beginning no sooner than First Grade. This re-quirement may be satisfied by attendance at CCE, Catholic School, or Home School (provided the curriculum consists of daily Catholic Education).
DOES YOUR CHILD NEED TO BE BAPTIZED? If your child is over 7 years or older and needs to be bap-tized, we have an RCIA program adapted for children. In addition to the Sunday CCE classes from 10:30am to 12:00noon, we will meet once a month on a Monday night from 5:30pm to 6:30pm. Please talk to Monica for more information about classes.
For further information please contact Monica Aquila at 713.663.3509 or [email protected]
Life Teen – High School Youth Ministry
Lifeteen Mass 5pm and Lifenight 6pm: All high schoolers are
welcome to join us for food, fun, fellowship, and prayer every
week at the Lifenight after the 5pm Lifeteen Mass, from 6:00-
8:00pm. Come and take a closer step to Jesus during these dy-
namic and fruitful nights! 9/4-No Lifenight (Labor Day Week-
end), 9-11-Kickoff Lifenight!
Bible Study: All High Schoolers are welcome to join us for our
Confirmation Classes: Classes begin Wednesday September 14!
Genesis and Covenant's first classes are September 14 and Revelation's first
class is September 21.
Not Registered? Go to the parish website (www.SVDP-
Houston.org) to access the online regis-tration. A direct link to this registration
and program info is at www.svdp-houston.org/teenconfirmationonlineregistration
Questions? Contact Pat Gunning Coordinator of Youth Ministry [email protected], 713-663-3524
Altar Server Training
There is an altar server train-ing for new altar servers on Saturday, September 24 from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM in the Msgr. Jamail Family Center. To be an altar server one must be in 6th Grade or above.
Sunday, Sept. 4: Bible Study Canceled this week for Labor Day weekend. It will return on Sept.11. Friday Sept. 16 - Sunday Sept. 18: Bayou Awakening
We invite anyone between the ages of 18-25 to live an
awakening retreat. It starts Fri. Sept. 16, 5pm and ends
Sun. Sept. 18, 1pm. Cost $65 per person. Registration
deadline Sept. 10, www.bayouawakening.org
St. Jude Membership Mass is celebrated at every Tues-
day, 6:45a.m. Mass for members’ intentions. Member-
ship cards are available in the St. Jude Alcove.
St. Anne’s Society Kick Off Meeting 7 September, 11:00am- 1:00pm, MJFC. Please join us as we kick off the new year for St. Anne’s Society. Come hear about exciting upcoming events that we have planned for the year, renew your membership, see and visit with friends. LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED! The nursery is availa-ble. For more information contact Melissa Pruet at [email protected]. The Next Chapter: A Spiritual Group for Parents of Teens and Young Adults Every Tuesday starting 9/7 through 10/4, 6:30-8 pm, MJFC 206. Arlene Schneider will be our lead facilitator for this group which is de-signed for Moms of middle schoolers, high schoolers, and college aged children but ALL Moms are wel-come. The session topics will include: 9/6 High school and College Application Process 9/13 Umbrella Parenting and Bucking the Entitlement Trend 9/20 Communication and Boundaries with Teens and Young Adults 9/27 Stress, Anxiety and Depression in Teens 10/4 Family as refuge, social media and personal safety In addition to learning about these topics and discussing them, we will pray for our families as we navigate these years. Norma L. McLellan St. Anne's Society Book Club Featured Book: Circling the Sun: A Novel by Paula McLain, Wed., Sept. 14, 2016, 7 - 9 PM, MJFC 208B
For more information go to stannessociety.org/
ST. ANNE’S SOCIETY
Virtus Class Keeping the Promise Alive
Keeping the Promise Alive is a mandatory refresher course for ALL Employees and ALL volunteers who have taken Protecting Gods Children more than five years ago. The course will be held October 11, 2016, 7-8:30 pm, in the Monsignor Jamail Family Center or you may attend at the parish of your choice.
Keeping the Promise Alive Registration Process 1. Go to www.virtus.org and enter your User ID and Password. If you do not remember your User ID and password please contact Karen Johnson at 713-667-9111 or [email protected] to avoid creating a duplicate account. 2. Next, click on the TOOLBOX tab and complete the background check by selecting your correct date of birth. Once you have completed both, select SUBMIT. 3. Please review your account information to make sure your contact information is correct. Select UPDATE MY ACCOUNT in the Toolbox tab. After you make changes, select SAVE. 4. Next, click on Instructor-led Training to pre-register for the “Keeping the Promise Alive” workshop. Select “if you would like to register for additional upcoming training sessions, click here” and choose the session/date you want to attend.
You have now finished the preregistration process. Click LOGOUT, located in the upper right-hand corner of the screen to close your account screen.
Loving Embrace Infertility Support Group
Thursday, September 15, 2016, 7:30-9:00PM St Vincent de Paul Catholic Church
Msgr Jamail Family Center, Room 202 The meeting will feature Guest Speaker Brooke Jemelka, MD, Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Jemelka is one of three practitioners with Caritas Women’s Care, part of CHI St. Luke’s Medical Group Sugar land. Caritas is dedicated to providing holistic, comprehensive, and re-storative services for women from adolescence through menopause. Honoring womanhood and the sanctity of human life, Caritas Women’s Care offers on-site educa-tion about natural family planning and infertility in a lov-ing, faith-based environment.
It’s TRUE!! Our biggest choir is everyone, in all the pews. But there’s always room for more great singers in our Music Ministry too.
Discover Music Ministry – ask any Musician after Mass.
6
K of C Pancake Breakfast
Next Sunday, September 11, 8am – 12:30pm St. Vincent de Paul Cafeteria
In observance of the 15th anniversary of the tragedy of September 11, 2001, the
profits of the Sunday, September 11th Pancake Breakfast will go to the following
two charities:
1. The Archdiocese for the Military Services USA provides the Catholic Church's pastoral ministries
and spiritual services to the United States Armed Forces.
2. The 100 Club financially rescues the dependents of firefighters and law enforcement officers who
have died in the line of duty.
Opening Doors to Life After Loss Opening Doors is a six-week program for adults who have experienced the loss of a loved one due to death, divorce, or separation. It is a place where you will meet others who can understand your grief and support you during the healing process. Beginning on September 13 the group will meet from 10:00-11:30 for six Tuesdays, in MJFC 205. Pre-registration is not required, and walk-ins are welcome. JPII Study Group The JPII Study Group will begin their weekly meetings again next week on September 12. They will continue to meet every Monday at 10:30 in MJFC 206. All are welcome whether or not you have attended before. Tai Chi A new class in Tai Chi will begin September 9. The class meets on Fridays, 5:30-7:00 pm in the MJFC Main Room. New students are always welcome. French Class French I has progressed to the level of Inter-mediate French. A new class for beginning French (French I) will be offered a soon as a teacher is available. French II (Conversational French) also will be offered when a teach-er is available. See “Opportunities to Volunteer.” Opportunities to Volunteer The area of Adult Life Min-istries would be happy to have volunteers to help with these activities: Teach beginning French or conversation-al French / Teach beginning Spanish / Teach or coordi-nate a program in art and/or music appreciation / Any oth-er activity that you may wish to offer for adults to stimu-late mental and social growth.
Spiritual Direction For an appointment with a spiritual
director call: Sandy Marcello at 713-529-8162,
Eileen Meinert at 713-363-1961, or
Elaine Caldwell at 713-663-3564.
John XXIII Study Group The John XXIII Study Group is a venue in which Vatican II and other papal documents are used as a basis for discussing current world problems and issues related to Catholic life. The group meets 10-11am, Mondays, in MJFC 208A. All are welcome. There is no charge and pre-registration is not required.
On-going Activities Free and Open to Adults All are held in the MJFC
Centering Prayer: Tuesdays at 10:00 in 206.
Christian Meditation: Wednesdays at 7:00 pm in 206.
Share the Word Bible Study: Thursdays at 10:30 in 206.
Teresians: Mondays at 11:00 in 208B.
JPII Study Group begins meeting again Sept. 12,
10:30am, in MJFC 206.
JXXIII Study Group meets Mondays at 10am in 208A.
SVdP Book Club: Second Wednesdays at 10:30.
Opening Doors: Begins September 13 at 10:00 in 205.
Cards (Canasta): Thursdays at 1:00 in 206.
Mah Jongg: Every Monday & Thursday at 12:30 in 206.
Mexican Train Dominoes: Thursdays at 1:00 in 206.
English Class (ESL): Tuesdays at 9:30 in 208A.
Italian I: Wednesdays at 10:00 in 202.
French I: Waiting for a teacher.
Interm French: Closed. Class is full.
French II: Waiting for a teacher
Spanish I: Coming soon.
Spanish II: Tuesdays at 1:00 in 208A
Continuing Spanish: ridays at 9:30 in 208B..
Stitch ’n Time: Tuesdays at 12:30 in 208B.
Sugar Sticks: Wednesdays at 1:00 in AB.
Bridge: Tues.1:00, Wed.1;30, Fri. 1:30 in 206.
Tai Chi: Fridays at 5:30 pm in MJFC.
Bus Trips: As scheduled.
Adult Life Ministries
7
Bake Sale SVdP ACTS Apostolate
September 10th and 11th, 2016
Please help support and raise
funds to help others attend
and/or offset the costs of the upcoming Women’s
(Spanish) ACTS Retreat November 10-13th.
Baked goods from our talented parishioner’s will
be offered after every mass on the weekend of
September 10th and 11th.
Thank you in advance for your support!
GRACIAS POR SU AYUDA!... GRACIAS POR SU DONACION!
“Brillará el sol de justicia, que les traerá la
salvación en sus rayos” Malaquías 3:20
THAT MAN IS YOU! PARISH MEN’S GROUP
STARTS TUESDAY SEPT. 13TH
6AM – 7AM, PARISH FAMILY CENTER
WEEK 1 TOPIC: THE ISSUE IS LEADERSHIP
BECOMING A MAN AFTER GOD'S OWN HEART
The first year of the That Man is You! program, entitled Becoming a Man after
God’s own Heart, considers man in his relationship to God. Join other men in the
Parish seeking to know and serve the Lord as a husband and/or a father. Coffee and
Room. Our first study for the 2016-2017 season will be
Thomas Smith's course on "The Prophets". This is a 10
week study which is free and open to all adult members
of the parish. Workbooks will be available at the first
class for $20 each. Please consider joining us. For more
information, contact Joan Molinaro @ 713-408-3556.
8
Society of St. Vincent de Paul Her story was one of loneliness and the cross. At almost 70 years old she lives in a home inherited from her de-ceased mother, has concern over a broth-er with severe emotional needs, and her only help paying bills is from the little money that her son earns mowing lawns. She called because she was about to lose water service. Water leaks in her home had persisted for over a year and resulted in large bills. Two Vincentians visited her home to offer compas-sion, hope and assistance. One Vincentian brought tools and went on hands and knees to diagnosis the extent of the problems. The needs were so significant that he took pictures to show a plumber. We contacted two other charities to assist us in paying her bill, after spending many hours confirming with the city water department the extent of her expenses owed. We thank Terrell Sword of Sword Plumbing Compa-ny, for his complimentary service of three home visits to remedy our client’s water leaks. Terrell said that he was so very grateful to have had the opportunity to help an individual in such need. We also advised our client about Social Security benefits that she was entitled to receive, and helped her obtain free legal advice which she needed. The conclusion of our client’s story is that water re-sources have been saved, expenses reduced, the living environment of her home has improved and she is getting the legal and financial assistance that she needs. We offer sincere gratitude to the parishioners of our Church and to Sword Plumbing Company for helping us put into prayer and action the plea of St. Vincent de Paul: “Bear the pains of the poor together with them, doing all you can to give them whatever help they need, and remain in peace.” Please call 713-664-5350 if you are interested in mem-bership in our Parish Society of St. Vincent de Paul Con-ference. Your prayers for Jesus in the suffering and in the poor and donations to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul are humbly and gratefully appreciated.
==========================================
In today’s Gospel, Jesus lays out the demands of follow-ing Him, the great cost of discipleship. The Mission Statement of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul states: “Vincentians witness God’s love by embracing all works of charity and justice…the Society makes no distinction in those served because, in them, Vincentians see the face of Christ.” Have you considered answering the call to help serve the poor by joining the Society of St. Vincent de Paul? Call 713-664-5350 for help, or if you are interested in mem-bership in The Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Please use the organization link in the Church website (http://svdp-houston.org/society-of-st-vincent-de-paul) to access more information on the Society. The St. Jude Chapel Poor Box proceeds are used by the Society of St. Vincent de Paul to benefit those in need. Donations may be made at any time.
Choice Wine Marriage Date Night Program Marriage
Join us for "The Choice Wine" Marriage Date Night on Friday September 16th, 7pm to 9pm at the Monsignor Jamail Parish Family Center. The evening consists of dinner, an inspiring marriage enrichment video, and discussion on God's plan of authentic marital happiness. Dinner will be served buffet style and you can bring along a bottle of wine to share as a married couple if you wish. There is no cost for this Marriage Date Night, simply email Nick LaRocca at [email protected] to sign up so that we can reserve a spot for you and your spouse.
The Catholic's Divorce Survival Guide DVD viewing every Tuesday starting 9/13/16 –
12/12/16, 6:45-8:45pm, in the MJFC. This will be
a 12 DVD set viewing with discussion afterward.
9
The Jubilee Year of Mercy Has Not Ended – Now is the Time of Mercy
Join us for an AMAZING 10-session Journey Fr. Michael Gaitley weaves a tapestry of wonder
and beauty from the threads of the dramatic history of Poland, the transformative message of St. Faustina Kowalska, the prophetic apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima, the powerful witness of St. Maximillian Kolbe, and the world-changing
papacy of Pope Saint John Paul II. But this is more than just a masterful telling of the “Second Greatest Story.” Thanks to the bril-liant artistry of the Augustine Institute’s world-class film team, this amazing story comes to life
like never before. In fact, you’ll not just learn about the consoling message of Divine Mercy,
you’ll experience it.
Tuesday evenings at 7 PM starting Sept 13th in the Family Center
See a preview at: https:/vimeo.com/148172431
Join us in Closing the Jubilee Year of Mercy with The Second Greatest Story Ever Told
"Go to the Poor. You will find God." Saint Vincent de Paul
Parish Mass to Pray for the Poor
Saint Vincent de Paul Catholic Church
Sunday, September 25, 2016
11:00 AM
"It is in prayer that we find the strength to be
sustained in the service of God and our neighbor.”
St. Vincent de Paul
“If you had but a spark of that sacred fire which consumed
the heart of Jesus Christ, could you spend your life with fold-
ed arms and abandon those who call for your help?”
Saints and Special Observances Sunday: Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday: Labor Day Thursday: The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Friday: St. Peter Claver Saturday: Blessed Virgin Mary
Readings For The Week
Monday: 1 Cor 5:1-8; Ps 5:5-7, 12; Lk 6:6-11, or, for Labor Day, any readings from the Mass “For the Blessings of Human Labor,” nos. 907-911 Tuesday: 1 Cor 6:1-11; Ps 149:1b-6a, 9b; Lk 6:12-19 Wednesday: 1 Cor 7:25-31; Ps 45:11-12, 14-17; Lk 6:20-26 Thursday: Mi 5:1-4a or Rom 8:28-30; Ps 13:6; Mt 1:1-16, 18-23 [18-23] Friday: 1 Cor 9:16-19, 22b-27; Ps 84:3-6, 12; Lk 6:39-42 Saturday: 1 Cor 10:14-22; Ps 116:12-13, 17-18; Lk 6:43-49 Sunday: Ex 32:7-11, 13-14; Ps 51:3-4, 12-13, 17, 19; 1 Tm 1:12-17; Lk 15:1-32 [1-10]
Mass of Celebration for the
Canonization of Mother Teresa Daniel Cardinal DiNardo will preside at a 9:30 a.m.
Mass of Celebration in commemoration of the Canon-
ization of Mother Teresa on her Feast Day – Monday,
Sept. 5 – at the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart,
1111 St. Joseph Parkway, Houston. The Mass is open
to the public. Blessed Mother Teresa of Calcutta, MC,
will be canonized by Pope Francis at the Vatican on
Sunday, Sept. 4 at 10:30 a.m. (3:30 a.m. CST).
Theresians Women’s Organization You are invited to attend an informational meeting for
Theresians, a woman’s Catholic organization forming in
our area. Theresians are small Catholic faith groups
whose foundations are built on Spirituality, Education,
Community, Vocation, and Ministry. Our meeting is
scheduled for Tuesday, September 6, at 7:00 p.m. Con-
tact Kathy Simpson at 713-899-7471 for details.
God Is Calling You to a
Deeper Relationship with Him
If we consider that God is the Divine Bridegroom and the
Church is his Bride, then the prophets can be seen as
“spiritual marriage counselors.” They afflict the comfort-
able and comfort the afflicted, calling us to return to our
covenant relationship with God. They urge us to repent-
ance, warn us of the dangers of sin, and announce the
blessings of faithfulness. Their prophetic words speak to
us even today, as they draw us closer to our heavenly
Bridegroom.
St. Vincent de Paul Parish will begin
The Prophets: Messengers of God’s Mercy
on September 8th at 7:00pm. The 10 week course
in the MJFC Main Room is free and there are
workbooks available for $20.
For more information or to register for the study
visit the registration table after Mass or
contact Joan Molinaro at 713-408-3556.
St. Jude League Enrollment St. Jude League is opened for enrollment throughout the
year. Membership for enrollment is $5.00 for the year.
The 6:45 A.M. Mass each Tuesday is celebrated for in-
tentions of those enrolled in the League. St. Jude is a
powerful intercessor for anyone in need. Membership
Cards are available in the St. Jude Alcove.
Let the Games Begin That might be a good slogan for the Olym-
pics, but not for a marriage! The World-
wide Marriage Encounter Weekend shows
couples how they can be straightforward
and honest in their communication, thus
building a foundation for the kind of trust and love every
marriage deserves The next two scheduled weekends this
year will be Oct. 14 - 16 & Nov. 4 - 6. Find out more or
sign up at: www.houstonme.org or call 713-482-1791
Sean and Kari Tracey’s Shepherd’s Cup Charity Golf Classic benefiting Catholic Education, Faith Formation and St. Mary’s Seminary at Kingwood Country Club, 1700 Lake Kingwood Trail on Monday, Oct. 3, 2016. To sponsor or play visit www.shepherdscup.org or call 713-652-4418. Presented by the Galveston-Houston Archdiocese
and Knights of Columbus Charities.
11
Sacrament of Baptism: Children, age 6 or younger re-
(Includes round trip air fare from Hou-ston, first class hotels, double occupancy, two meals a day, full breakfast, and din-ner, English speaking tour guides, all en-trance fees and sightseeing as per itiner-ary, airport taxes and fuel surcharges, tips to guides and drivers.)
Tour Coordinator: Lucie Gardea, 832-413-2746
Next Coffee & Donuts in the Family Center
Following: 7, 9, 11a.m. and 3pm Masses
Sunday, September 18, 2016
Hosted by SVdP Society and the
Compassion Ministry
Bayou Awakening Retreat Retreat for young adults ages 18-25. September
16-18, 2016. The mission of Awakening is to
bring young adults to a personal encounter with
Christ, provide an opportunity for spiritual renew-
al and to connect young adults to the Catholic
church and a safe community. Register online at
www.bayouawakening.org or by mail before Sep-
tember 10. All young adults in this age range are
welcome. For more information 713-741-8778.
12
PEREGRINACIÓN CELEBRANDO EL CENTENARIO DE FÁTIMA
Peregrinación a Portugal, España, Francia e Italia Fátima-Alba de Tormes-
Salamanca-Zaragoza-Lourdes-Roma-Asís. Fechas: mayo 11-22, 2017. Costo:
$3,590, partida de Houston.
Se require un depósito de $500 con la aplicación para reservar su espacio. Folleto
con aplicación disponible en las oficinas parroquiales. (Incluye viaje de ida y vuelta
desde Houston, hoteles de primera clase, en habitación doble, dos comidas al día,
desayuno y cena, guías de turismo, todas las entradas y visitas turísticas de acuerdo
al itinerario, impuestos de aeropuerto, propinas para los guías y conductores.)
Agencia de Viajes: Inspirational Tours, Houston, TX.
Coordinadora del tour: Lucie Gardea; Contacto: 832-413-2746.
Vigésimotercer Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario
4 de septiembre de 2016
ASUNTOS DE FAMILIA En nuestros días usamos a menudo la palabra “familia” para describir toda una serie de relaciones más o menos
íntimas que existen (o debieran existir) entre los miembros de varias agrupaciones humanas. Las parroquias,
escuelas, tropas exploradoras de niños o niñas, los grupos de trabajo y muchas otras agrupaciones se refieren
frecuentemente a sí mismos como “miembros de una
familia”. Por tanto, ¡cuánto nos sorprenderá, como familia
natural o parroquial, escuchar hoy de labios del mismo Jesús,
que para entender lo que es ser discípulo suyo hay que
renunciar a las relaciones familiares y romper esos lazos, y
hasta llegar a despreciar la misma vida que Dios nos ha dado!
¿Habrá que tomar esto al pie de la letra? Sí, y no. El
Evangelio de hoy nos dice que, para progresar como
discípulo, para seguir a Cristo cada vez más de cerca, sólo
Cristo y su Evangelio deben ser corazón y centro de nuestra
vida. ¿Acaso la mayoría de nosotros seremos llamados a dejar
atrás nuestras familias? Probablemente, no. Pero si somos
discípulos de Cristo, hemos de estar dispuestos a hacerlo.
UNA FAMILIA GUIADA POR LA SABIDURÍA DE DIOS La primera lectura, tomada del libro de la Sabiduría, nos ofrece de cierta manera, la misma lección.
Nada de lo que sabemos en esta vida, nada de lo que más amamos o de lo que más apreciamos, puede
equipararse con las riquezas insondables de la sabiduría divina. La descripción algo drástica de Jesús sobre lo
que tenemos que rechazar, pone el mismo abismo que describe el autor del libro de la Sabiduría entre los
caminos de Dios y nuestros caminos. Pero tanto Jesús como el autor del libro de la Sabiduría nos enseñan que,
por medio del espíritu de la gracia que viene de lo alto, Dios puede venir a nosotros y de hecho viene a
revelarnos el camino del cielo. No podemos encontrar esos caminos por nosotros mismos, ni en las cosas de
este mundo ni en nuestras relaciones humanas. Pero con la ayuda de Dios podemos, aun con nuestra naturaleza
limitada, acercarnos más y más a los brazos amorosos que Dios nos ofrece.
encia que te ayudará a crecer en Dios y a compartir en
comunidad con hermanas en Cristo.
Para cualquier información comunicarse con
Clara Blankenship 804-878-1479, Marta Irizarry 713-
254-5951 o Sabina Varela 713-501-6037.
Ave MariaGregorian Chants
conducted by Lucien Deiss, CSSpAvailable on CD ($17)
800-566-6150World Library Publicationsthe music and liturgy division of J.S. Paluch Co., Inc.www.wlpmusic.com
Following Jesus Every Day:Following Jesus Every Day:GOSPEL MEDITATIONS FOR DAILY LIVING
Ninety days’ worth of Gospel verses and reflections includinga meditation, a prayer, a simple activity for the day anda related verse from the Old Testament. Ideal for Lent
and Eastertime, or for any time of year!
800-566-6150 • www.wlp.jspaluch.com/13182.htm
If You Live Alone You Need LIFEWatch!24 Hour Protection at HOME and AWAY!
✔Ambulance✔Police ✔Fire✔Friends/Family
CALLNOW! 800.393.9954
FREE ShippingFREE Activation
NO Long Term Contracts
Solutions as Low as$1a Day!
Assisted Living Communities(713) 592-9200
2929 West Holcombe Blvd. Houston, TX 77025ALF Lic. 030197
The Community Built for Lifewww.belmontvillage.com
515135 St Vincent De Paul Church (C) www.jspaluch.com For Ads: J.S. Paluch Co., Inc. 1-800-833-5941
A FullService Salon
Men • Women • ChildrenInside Original HAIRHUT
3907 N. Braeswood713.666.5975
Cell 832.651.3281
The Most Complete OnlineNational Directory
of Catholic ParishesCHECK IT OUT TODAY!
ADVERTISINGHe who has a thing to sell andgoes and whispers in a well, isnot so apt to get the dollars ashe who climbs a tree and hollers.
........ ........
PROTECTING SENIORS NATIONWIDEPUSH TALK 24/7 HELP
$19.95*/Mo. + 1 FREE MONTH➢➢ No Long-Term Contracts➢➢ Price Guarantee ➢➢ American Made
TOLL FREE: 1-877-801-8608*First Three Months
GREENBRIARFAMILY DENTAL
4101 Greenbriar #315713-522-1110
MUSTARD SEED RESALE SHOPSupporting the Works of Magnificat HouseServing the Homeless, Hungry, Mentally Ill
Spoken and musical reflections to accompany yourfaith journey. Ideal for times of grief, struggle or
longing. CD with mini journal $$1144..9955..800-566-6150World Library Publicationsthe music and liturgy division of J.S. Paluch Co., Inc.www.wlpmusic.com
www.jspaluch.com For Ads: J.S. Paluch Co., Inc. 1-800-833-5941
SOUTHLANDHARDWARE
The store that has“almost” everything
1822 Westheimer713-529-4743
Mon.-Sat. 9am-6pmSunday 9am-5pm
The Cleanest Techs in Town!
VILLAGE Plumbing & Home Services713.224.drip (3747) www.villageplumbing.com
Plumbing • Heating • Air Conditioning • Appliance Repair
Tailors • Alterations2429-A University • 713-524-8819
Brian or Sally, coordinators
860.399.1785www.CatholicCruisesAndTours.com
an Official TravelAgency of Apostleship
of the Sea-USACST 2117990-70
2504 Bissonnet 713-528-2404
FINE CUSTOM FRAMING SINCE 1946
MATT MOORE 713-664-0330JASON LEVINE 6719 STELLA LINK
www.jspaluch.com For Ads: J.S. Paluch Co., Inc. 1-800-833-5941
JesusA to Z
Michael O’Neill McGrath, OSFS
A colorful Catholic ABC bookfor kids and families! Includesa glossary of questions to help
adults pass on their Catholic faith.007199 9 x 12 Hardcover
$16.99 each • Special Offer — 2 for $25.00!
800-566-6150 www.wlpmusic.com
Perot Plumbing24//7 Emergency Service
713-667-7500MP # 17909
Thank you for advertising in our church bulletin.I am patronizing your business because of it!
Please Cut Out This “Thank You Ad” and Present It The Next Time You Patronize One of Our Advertisers✂
Saint MargaretSunday MissalAn ideal companionfor personal prayer.
In Stock & Ready to Order Today.CALL OR ORDER ONLINE. $39.95
800-566-6150 • www.wlpmusic.com
BRAESMAIN (TEXACO) CENTER & MOUDRY MOTORSService and Repairs
Specializing in Auto Air Conditioning and Transmission Service8001 Braesmain at 2600 S. Braeswood Blvd., Houston, TX 77025
(713) 667-1553 • ED MOUDRY, Owner
Re-Roofs • RepairsInsulated Windows
Hardi Siding • GuttersGus Campos, Parishioner
St. Ambrosewww.camposroofing.com
713.680.3530
“The Roofing Specialists”
713.401.6000 mrhandyman.com
TAQUERIA PANADERIA CARNICERIABeef *Produce *Pork *Goat *Chicken *Bakery *Beer *Grocery *Seafood9223 Stella Link • 713-660-9495 • Open 6am to 9pmEn la compra de 2 tacos de desayuno llévese 1 “GRATIS”
In the purchase of 2 breakfast tacos, you get 1 more for FREE
