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705 S T B S L , T 77498 281-494-1156 .S L C .
SIXTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
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Saturday Sábado 3:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Sunday Domingo 4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.
Weekdays Entre Semana Monday-Friday: after each Mass
Tuesday-Thursday at 6:00 p.m. (Miércoles 6:00 p.m. en Español)*
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Monday—Friday 6:45 a.m., 8:30 a.m.
Miércoles (Español) 7:00 p.m.
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8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Anticipatory Sunday Mass
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6:30 a.m.*, 8:00 a.m. (Español), 10:00 a.m., Noon,
2:00 p.m. (Español), 5:00 p.m.
*The 7:00 a.m. Mass has
moved to 6:30 a.m.
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CONTENTS
From our Pastor……………………..…..………….... Ministerios en Español…………….……......……...….. De nuestro Párroco…………………………...…....… Ministry Spotlight (Sacred Linens)…………..……... St. Vincent de Paul School Supply Sign Up……........ Faith Formation………...…………………..………….. Mass Intentions……………………………….……….. Weekly Schedule of Events…………………………… Spiritan China Education Fund……………...…....… Knights of Columbus Blood Drive………………....... Daily Scripture Readings……………………………… Parish Ministries in English….………………….....….. Parish contact information………………......................
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On the cover: Isaac Claesz. van Swanenburg.
The parable of the weeds among the wheat. 1590-1610, oil on panel,
Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.
SAINT THERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL
-THE GRIFFIN NEWS-
STCS Now enrolling PreK-3 through 8th grade
Accepting applications for the 2017-2018 school year. Contact the school office at (281) 494-1157 to request
application materials or visit our website at www.sttheresacatholicschool.org. If you would like
to learn more about STCS, feel free to drop by the school office. We look forward to meeting you.
HELP WANTED STCS seeking music instructors
STCS is seeking after-school and weekend music
instructors for Saint Theresa Conservatory, a ministry of Saint Theresa Catholic School.
We are seeking instructors qualified for violin, cello, piano, clarinet and flute. Those interested in applying
may contact Zachary Turner at [email protected].
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F P ’ As I mentioned last week, our campaign leadership team has been formed and is already working on various aspects of our parish Capital Campaign: A Living Sacrifice Holy and Acceptable to God. This week I would like to thank them sin-cerely for their time and generosity and provide everyone with a snapshot of what we are looking forward to over the next few weeks. Since starting the preparation phase of the campaign in May, volunteers sacri-ficed a great deal of time and effort to reach our current stage. The work achieved over the last two plus months include: the recruitment of volunteers, training those volunteers to effectively raise funds for our parish, and the pro-duction of our communication materials. The campaign is now in the “silent” phase. Our leadership team, comprised of our general chairs, our campaign cabinet, and myself, recently began the pro-cess of coordinating visits with you, the members of St. Theresa. Please note that this round is only the first wave in our efforts to secure financial support; we have not yet contacted every family. Every registered household at St. The-resa will eventually receive a request for support. I kindly ask for your patience and generosity as we go through the campaign process. It is not too late to join our volunteer team! If you wish to assist in our efforts while making a major impact on the life of this parish, please feel free to con-tact me at your convenience. I encourage you to call the office (281-494-1156) or stop by for a visit. As we build on these steps already taken, please pray for the grace to be aware of God’s continued presence, and ask that He guide us along this path we have begun in sacrifice and praise.
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Rev. Eurel Manzano
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12 Day Pilgrimage to: Fatima — Santiago
De Compostela — Avila — Burgos — Loyola — Lourdes
— Barcelona
October 11 - 22, 2017
Fr. Greg Mirto (Spiritual Director and Chaplain) and Dr. Mercedes Sulit, Tour Coordina-tor, invite you to join them on a pilgrimage tour celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the Appa-ritions of Our Lady of Fatima.
The cost is $3,490.00 per person from Houston and
includes round trip air fare, first class hotels, two meals a day,
daily sightseeing, DAILY MASS, airport taxes and fuel
surcharges.
Contact: INSPIRATIONAL TOURS at 713-961-2785,
for information and to register for the tour.
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I P : Pase a la oficina parroquial de 8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. de lunes a viernes o puede tomar una forma en el vestíbulo de la iglesia y entregársela a un ujier. G : La guardería esta abierta du-rante la misa de 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. y 12:00 p.m. No necesita hacer reservación.
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P B I : A los padres se les pide que inscriban a su hijo(a) para el bautismo. Deben traer el certi-ficado de nacimiento del niño a la oficina de la parroquia, y asistir a una clase pre-bautismal. Se anima a los padrinos asistir a la clase. Los padrinos deben de ser mayor de dieciséis (16) años, católicos practicantes, confirmados y si esta casado, tiene que estar casado por la iglesia católica. Las clases se ofrecen el Segundo domingo de cada otro mes a las 3:15 p.m. en el Centro de Vida Familiar. A los padres se les pide de favor que no lleven a sus hijos a la clase. Se les dará Certificado de asistencia al final de la clase aquellos padres o padrinos que no bauti-zaran en Santa Teresa. Por favor llame a la oficina para inscribirse a la clase al 281-494-1156 y hable con Michelle Rodríguez. La próxima clase es el 10 de Septiembre a las 3:15 p.m. P M E : Las personas que deseen contraer matrimonio aquí en la Iglesia de Santa Tere-sa, Son invitados a asistir una entrevista de preparación matrimonial. Esto es obligatorio para comenzar el proceso de preparación. Es para las parejas que no están casados y para las parejas que están casadas civilmente o que viven juntos. Por favor pre inscríbase llaman-do al 281-494-1156. El seminario se ofrece cada otro mes, el segundo jueves del mes. El próximo seminario es el Jueves 14 de Sep-tiembre del 2017 en el Salón FLC-A. C : Nuestro Catecismo en español se ofrece de Septiembre a Mayo, los domin-gos de 9:30 a 11:00 a.m. para grados de Kín-der al 8 grado. Catequesis es un proceso con-tinuo de evangelización, educación, forma-ción y conversión que dura toda la vida. Para mas información por favor llame a la oficina de Catequesis de lunes a viernes al 281-494-1156 de 8:00 a.m. a 4:30 p.m. D S : Para los niños que desean la formación para los Sa-cramentos de Primera Reconciliación (confesión) y la Sagrada Comunión. Esta clase es en conjunto con su catequesis. Los niños deben tener mínimo siete (7) años al comienzo del año escolar. Las clases son un domingo al mes a la 1:00 p.m.
C B : Católico Básico es para padres de niño que asisten a cateque-sis por primera vez y desean prepararse para la formación de Sacramentos de Reconcilia-ción y Comunión. Esta clase es un martes al mes a las 7:00 p.m. en el Centro Comunita-rio de la Parroquia. Esta clase es obligatoria para los padres solamente.
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A C : El grupo se reúne los martes a las 7:00 p.m., en el edifi-cio de CCE. Para mayor Información por favor llame a Myrla Vanegas al 281-277-2730.
G O D N : Se reune en la capilla de la iglesia los Jueves de 7:00-9:00 P.M. Para mas información llamar a Rocio Padilla 832-573-3713 y Eu-genio Gopar 832-715-1799.
C B : Este grupo esta abier-to a la comunidad, se reúne los viernes a las 6:30 pm. Para información: Ramel Ascencio 281-684-4235.
C F S V - M : El coro práctica los lunes a las
7:00 p.m. y cantan en la misa del domingo a las 8:00 a.m. o 2:00 p.m. Para mas informa-ción llame a Susan al 281-494-1156 ext 291
E B : El Grupo se reúne los domingos después de Misa de 8:00 a.m. (los meses de Agosto a Mayo). Para mas infor-mación llame a el Sr. Larry Ponce de León, 281-250-9651
D S C : El pri-mer viernes de mes en la capilla de la iglesia a las de 6:00 p.m. Información: Loreto Casi-llas 832-525-3710 o Maricela Ponce 832-896-8289. F M , M
A : Quieres amar a Je-sús de todo Corazón? Imita a María. El gru-po se reúne los Martes en el Salón B-5 de 7:00-8:00 p.m. Para mas información llamar a Elsa Galindo al 713-534-7395. I V P : Desea llevarse la imagen de la Virgen Peregrina a casa una semana? Regístrese después de misa o llame a Elvira Morales al 281-682-0626. L L M : El grupo se reúne los Lunes a las 6:30 p.m. Para información con Estella Rodríguez al 832-396-6071 o Jaime Abreu 832-418-2287. M V : Desea llevar el Crucifijo y Libro de Oraciones a su casa y rezar por vocaciones sacerdotales y religio-sas. Para mas información llame a la Sra. Maria Elena Rico 281-277-5776.
El Taller de Oración y Vida, es una escuela de Oración, donde se enseña a
las personas diferentes formas de orar, desde las mas sencilla, como la Lectura rezada, hasta las mas elevada
como la contemplación.
Fecha de inicio: Martes 8 de Agosto, del 2017.
7:00pm - 9:00pm Salón B9. Para mas información comunicarse con
Hilda Morales al 713-894-6326
R G : El rosario se reza el día 12 de cada mes en la capilla de la iglesia a las 7:00 p.m. Para información llame a Modesta Mora al 281-494-3588.
P F N : Es segu-ra, saludable y efectiva al igual para concebir, o posponer embarazos y es conforme a lo que la Iglesia Católica ensena sobre la belleza del ser humano y su capacidad para cooperar con Dios y dar vida. Para mas información llame a Irma Roman al 832-287-7333. A A : La Gracia de Dios nunca se acaba. Esto es únicamente con el fin de ayudar a todos aquellos que tengan proble-mas con el alcohol. Para mas información llame al Sr. Oscar Santaella al 832-359-4543
¿Q ACTS ? Invitamos a todos nuestros parroquianos a vivir esta experiencia que ya ha trans-formado la vida de muchas personas que han participado en este retiro. La oportu-nidad esta abierta, sólo falta que tú tomes la decisión de decirle SI al Señor. Personas de contacto para Registraciones para Mujeres: Betty Rodriguez (713) 206-4959 Ana Zamarripa (832) 253-7411 Gabriela Ramirez (832) 455-8697 Rocío Padilla (832) 573-3713 Para Hombres: Roberto Lara (832) 605-4613 Gabriel Lopez (832) 893-0078 Mario Salas (713) 875-4026
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Si tienes 17 años de edad o más y no has sido bautizado, o has sido bautizado en otra comuni-dad de fe, o bautizado Católico pero que nunca has recibido la Primera Comunión, entonces RICA es para ti! La próxima reunión de Inicia-ción será el Domingo 23 de Julio del 2017 de 10:00 am a 12:00 pm en el salón B6. Estos encuentros informales están es-tructurados para responder a tus preguntas acerca de la Iglesia católica.
Póngase en contacto con: Elsa Galindo al
713-534-7395 (durante el día) Alejandro González al
832-519-3847 (después de las 4:00 pm.)
Si usted, su hijo o alguien a quien usted conoce, tiene entre 7 y 16 años de edad, no haya sido bautizado o ha sido bautizado en otra comunidad de fe, tenemos el proceso de RICA propio para cada grupo de diferentes edades. Las sesiones de Iniciación son todos los miércoles a las 6:30 pm. Por favor haga una cita en la oficina al teléfono 281-494-1156 para Registrar su Familia y los Niños antes de atender la prime-ra sesión.
RITO DE INICIACION CRISTIANA PARA ADULTOS (RICA)
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Como mencioné la semana pasada, nuestro equipo de liderazgo de la campaña se ha formado y ya está trabajando en varios aspectos de nuestra Campaña Capital Parro-quial: Un Sacrificio Vivo, Santo y Agradable a Dios. Esta semana me gustaría agrade-cerles sinceramente por su tiempo y generosidad y proporcionar a todos una rápida idea de lo que esperamos en las próximas semanas. Desde el inicio de la fase de preparación de la campaña en Mayo, los voluntarios sacrificaron una gran cantidad de tiempo y esfuerzo para llegar a nuestra etapa ac-tual. El trabajo realizado durante los últimos dos meses incluye: reclutamiento de voluntarios, capacitación de voluntarios para recaudar fondos efectivamente para nuestra parroquia y producción de materiales de comunicación. La campaña se encuentra ahora en la fase "silenciosa". Nuestro equipo de lideraz-go, formado por nuestros coordinadores generales, nuestro gabinete de campaña y yo, iniciamos recientemente el proceso de coordinar visitas con ustedes, los feli-greses de Santa Teresa. Tengan en cuenta que esta ronda es sólo la primera ola en nuestros esfuerzos para asegurar el apoyo financiero; Aun no hemos contactado a todas las familias. Todos los hogares registrados en Santa Teresa recibirán eventual-mente una solicitud de apoyo. Les pido amistosamente de su paciencia y de su ge-nerosidad a medida que avanzamos en el proceso de campaña. ¡No es demasiado tarde para unirse a nuestro equipo de voluntarios! Si usted desea ayudar en nuestros esfuerzos mientras que hace un impacto importante en la vida de esta parroquia, por favor siéntase libre de comunicarse conmigo a su convenien-cia. Le animo a que llame a la oficina (281-494-1156) o pase por una visita. A medida que construimos sobre estos pasos ya tomados, oremos por la gracia de estar conscientes de la presencia continua de Dios, y pidamos que Él nos guíe por este camino que hemos comenzado en sacrificio y alabanza. Sinceramente suyo en Cristo, Rev. Eurel Manzano
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SACRED LINENS
Watch this space for more Ministry Spotlights. If you would like to learn more about or get in-volved in any of our ministries, contact us via the website (sugarlandcatholic.com) or by phone. Feel free to contact the ministry coordinator directly. We would love to hear from you!
“I am the living bread which came down from
heaven; if any one eats of this bread, he will live for
ever; and the bread which I shall give for the life of the world is my flesh… He who eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life, and I will raise him up on the last
day” (John 6:35, 51, 54). Sacred Linens are pieces of cloth which are prescribed for use at each celebration of the Holy Mass and are used at the Altar, or nearby, by the priest-celebrant. Because they are come in contact with the Eucharist, the linens carry small amounts of the Sacred Species that need to be handled very carefully with love and rever-ence. In this beautiful ministry, we are able to take care of the linens that were touching the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ. This is a detailed and meticulous ser-vice that you can do for our Lord, and, with Mary’s help, you too can share in the responsibility of caring for Jesus’ linens. Who can be a volunteer in this ministry? Any active Catholic who, because of their firm belief that Jesus is Present at
the Sacrifice of the Altar, is able to commit to a regular schedule of linen care and is able to follow the guidelines and tips prescribed for when the linens are in their custody. We are a blessed group of a volunteers that are divided in two groups; each takes a turn of responsibility once every five or six weeks—during the week or weekend. By being a part of this ministry, you can show your gratitude and love to our Lord. Share your time with the Virgin Mary praying, so that your faith may grow by preparing and fixing the articles that will be used at the Ta-ble of the Lord when He comes.
If you would like more information or have any questions, please contact Maria Elena Rico at
713-679-4088.
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Hosted by Epiphany Job Networks
Who: Career-minded, degreed professionals When: Thursday, July 27, 2017 From 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Where: Epiphany Church 1530 Norwalk Katy, TX 77450 No pre-registration required What to bring: Plenty of resumes! For more information, contact 832-772-0306 or email at [email protected]
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The school supply sign up is for preschool through high school students. The sign up is July 24, 28, 31, 2017 from 10:00am - 1:00pm Mondays or Fridays in the Society of St. Vincent de Paul office. This program is ONLY for registered parish fami-lies in need of financial assistance. The school supplies will be distributed on August 14, 18 and 21, 2017 at the Society of St. Vincent De Paul, to families that have signed up.
S S D F N Donations are needed to help children start the 2017-2018 school year off right. If you are interested in participating in our school supply drive, please drop off supplies in the boxes at church or come by the Society of St. Vincent de Paul office at St. Theresa Church on Mondays or Fridays from 10:00a.m.–1:00p.m. Thank you for your generous support! T : Crayon box (24 count), folder with two pockets & brads, scissors, glue in plastic bottle, glue stick, spiral - wide-ruled notebook paper, spiral college-ruled notebook pa-per, loose leaf wide-ruled notebook paper, loose leaf college-ruled note-book paper. composition books, rulers (with inches & centimeters together), note cards 3x5, washable markers (8 count package), no. 2 pencils, pencil sharpeners, colored pencils, pens (red, black and blue), pencil bags (with zip-per), pencil box, highlighters, and backpacks.
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La registración para la colecta de útiles escolares es desde pre-escolar hasta estudiantes de Preparatoria. La registración es el 24, 28 y 31 de Julio, 2017 de 10:00 am - 1:00 pm lunes o vier-nes en la oficina de la Sociedad de San Vicente de Paúl. Este programa es SOLO para las familias registradas de la parroquia que necesitan asistencia financiera. Los útiles escolares serán distribuidos los días 14, 18 y 21 de agosto de 2017 en la Socie-dad de San Vicente de Paúl, a las familias que se han inscrito.
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Se necesitan donaciones para ayudar a los niños a comenzar el año escolar 2017-20018. Si está interesado en participar en nues-tra colecta de útiles escolares, por favor, deje los suministros en las cajas en la iglesia o vaya a la oficina de la Sociedad de San Vicente de Paúl en la Iglesia de Santa Teresa los lunes o los vier-nes de 10:00 a.m.- 1:00pm. ¡Gracias por su generoso apoyo!
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The 2016 bazaar committee is in the process of creating dedicated Mass parking signs that
were bid on during the silent auction.
If you were the winning bidder for the Saturday 5:00 pm Mass, Sunday 6:30 am Mass, or the Sunday 5:00 pm Mass, please
contact Bertha Gomez at [email protected] or Diane Senger at
We also have two parking slots available for the Sunday 2:00 pm Mass and the Sunday 12:00 pm Mass. If you are interested in a
dedicated parking space, please contact Bertha or Diane.
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During the CCE school year (Sept.-May) classes are offered at the following times: Preschool CCE is in rooms B3 – B5 dur-ing the Sunday 10:00 a.m. Mass. Kindergarten CCE is available on Sun-days at 10:00 a.m. or Mondays at 4:15 p.m. Elementary CCE is on Mondays and Tuesdays at 4:15 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. Children are asked to go directly to the classrooms.
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Questions or comments, please contact Roland Millare, the director of Middle School CCE, at [email protected]
Middle School Faith Formation meets on Mondays & Tuesdays (Sept.-May) at 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. in the Education Build-ing/School
Sacrament Sunday is for all children in formation to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion. Any questions to Paul Stoessel, Director of Elementary CCE at [email protected] or at 281-830-3804.
Catholic 101 is for all parents of first-year CCE children who are preparing for Sacrament of Reconciliation and First Communion. This is for parents only. Children are invited to attend CCE dur-ing this time.
Contact our Director of Youth Ministry and H.S. Faith Formation, Joseph Mastrangelo at [email protected] with any questions or if you’d like to get involved!
Is God calling you to do something more? Come explore the Catholic Church!
If you are seventeen years of age or older and are: unbaptized, baptized in another faith community, or a baptized Catholic who has never received your First Holy Communion, then the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is for you!
The next Inquiry Gathering will be Wednesday, July 26, 2017 from 7:00 p.m. to
9:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center. You may begin the process at any time during the year. Free babysitting is available upon request. Bring your spouse or
friend, if you’d like. These informal gatherings are structured to answer your questions about the Catholic Church. The RCIA team is ready to walk your
journey of faith with you.
Contact Lynda Knoche at 281-450-1400 or by e-mail: [email protected].
If you, your child or someone you know is between the ages of seven and sixteen,
not baptized or baptized in another faith community, we have an RCIA process suit-ed to your age group. Inquiry sessions are every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Please schedule an appointment with Paul Stoessel via phone (281-494-1156) or e-mail
([email protected]) prior to attending your first session.
Volunteers needed!
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M S Monday, July 24, 2017 Weekday in Ordinary Time 6:45 a.m. Jeff Houtz 8:30 a.m. John Donart Tuesday, July 25 St. James 6:45 a.m. Fr. Patrick Adegbite 8:30 a.m. Morris Voelkel Wednesday, July 26 St. Joachim & Anne 6:45 a.m. Altamirano Family 8:30 a.m. Celestina Marinelarena Thursday, July 27 Weekday in Ordinary Time 6:45 a.m. Patricia Irene O’Neal 8:30 a.m. Purificacion Besa Friday, July 28 Weekday in Ordinary Time 6:45 a.m. Samson Aletor 8:30 a.m. Salvador & Ester Barrera Saturday, July 29 St. Martha 8:30 a.m. Joseph & Alice Ogemen 5:00 p.m. Carlos Hernandez Sunday, July 30 Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 6:30 a.m. Fr. Kevin Thiessen 8:00 a.m. Carmen & Julio Gonzalez 10:00 a.m. Fr. Robert Ritz 12:00 p.m. Raul Contreras Garcia 2:00 p.m. Carolina Mendiola 5:00 p.m. Parish Family One may request Mass intentions through our website or by visiting the parish office during regular business hours. Mass inten-tions are available two (2) months in ad-vance only.
P E Monday, July 24 7:00 p.m. Talleres de Oración y Vida, B9 7:15 p.m. Ensayo Coro Fraternidad Tuesday, July 25 4:00 p.m. String Orchestra Rehearsal 6:30 p.m. Grief Support Group, FLC-A 7:00 p.m. Holy Trinity Prayer, B1/7 7:00 p.m. Franciscanos de Maria, B5 7:00 p.m. Talleres de Oración y Vida, B8 Wednesday, July 26 7:00 p.m. RCIA, FLC-A 7:00 p.m. Divine Mercy Group, FLC-B 7:30 p.m. Adult Choir Rehearsal
Thursday, July 27 9:30 a.m. Rosary Group, B6 4:30 p.m. Flos Cantum (Children’s choir) 7:00 p.m. Encuentro Matrimonial, B6 7:00 p.m. Carismático de Renovación, Chapel Friday, July 28 No Events
Saturday, July 29 9:30 a.m. Legion of Mary, CCE 9:30 a.m. Rosary Group, B6 Sunday, July 30 9:30 a.m. RCIA Catechumens, FLC 9:30 a.m. RICA para Niños, B1/7 10:00 a.m. RICA para adultos, B6 3:30 p.m. Jubilate Deo Rehearsal 6:00 p.m. Rosary Group, Emmaus Chapel
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The parish website has instructions on how to register for convenient on-line giving. You will have full control of your contribution account and scheduling. This option can be a great way to sup-port your church consistently and bolster your commitment to charity.
If you would like to begin online giving, visit the link on our website or call Diane Senger: 281-494-1156.
www.SugarLandCatholic.com
S O July 16, 2017 $ 26,897 Online Giving $ 5,280 Total $ 32,177
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Totals as of July 16, 2017 Goal $ 205,000 Pledged $ 133,532 Payments $ 109,663
366 Participants
*A N C Please note that we have begun to take the 1st and 2nd collections se-quentially: 1st Collection – Green Baskets 2nd Collection – Black Baskets Please call Diane Senger in the par-ish office if you have any questions (281-494-1156).
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2nd China Church Forum 第二屆中華天主教論壇
E pluribus unum. Understanding the Catholic Church in China
Friday, September 15, 2017, from 6:30pm - 8:30pm Parish Life Center (Room A) | St. Michael Catholic Church |
1801 Sage Rd, Houston, TX 77056
Saturday, September 16, 2017, from 8:30am - 4:30pm Scanlan Room | University of St. Thomas | 4000 Mt. Vernon St. Houston, TX 77006
Co-sponsored by Donald S. Nesti, CSSp Center for Faith & Culture, University of St. Thomas
A unique cross-cultural, English-speaking forum for clergy, religious, educators, students, professionals, as well as any-one who loves China! Recognized by Cardinal DiNardo, and joined by Bishop Sheltz and China experts from around the world, our previous events impacted numerous participants and set an exemplary model for West-East dialogue. Understand the historical and contemporary aspects of the Catholic Church in China and how they impact Vatican-China, U.S.-China relations Learn about how Catholicism and popular culture inter-act in mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan Exchange experiences of work, travel and study in Chi-na and opportunities to partner with the Chinese Church in education, social services, etc. Ticket before August 1st are $20. (After this date, $30). Lunch included. $10.00 teacher discount. Free admission to students, clergy and religious. Proceeds go to support the formation of our Chinese priest-students in Houston. Spiri-tan Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Seats are limited! RSVP with [email protected]. For more information please contact, Luke Liu at 814-321-6680.
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Marian Shrines of Europe
12 Day Pilgrimage to: Fatima — Monserrat — Zaragoza — Santia-go de Compostela — Lisbon — Santarem —
Estoril/Cascais/Sintra — Barcelona
September 4 - 15, 2017
Important Highlight: Hotel in Fatima is a 5-minute walk to the Shrine!
Optional 5-day Extension:
August 31st - September 4th, 2017
Lourdes — France — Panoramic Tour of Toulouse
Group Leaders:
Deacon Rey Arellano, Margie Calo and Angelina Sarmiento
Reservation requires completed registration form and $300.00 (per person) deposit. Register now!
Space in Fatima is limited.
For more information, contact Angelina Sarmiento at 281-416-9700
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Congratulations once again to Fr. Martin Njikang on
the successful publication of his latest work:
The Theology of Christian Marriage: Volume 1!
Copies of the new book are now available at the
Parish Office. Suggested donation
is $20.00.
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Sunday, July 30, 2017
in the Knights of Columbus Hall. From 7:30am - 1:30pm.
Sign up after Mass Today, July 22nd - 23rd.
We are excited to announce that our blood drive, by popular demand, has been
“upgraded” to get 3 automated donating ma-chines. These are much faster than the standard machines! With the new machines your DOU-
BLE donation is cut down to almost HALF that of older machines – from 50 minutes down
to about 25 minutes. Speaking from experi-ence, the double-red donation process is LESS taxing on your bodily system, since water and
unneeded fluids are placed BACK in your body. You can donate double in the same amount of time as whole blood, for LESS
strain on your body! (Also note: the medical provider can use the blood immediately... They don't have to filter and process it.) Please, talk it up amongst your family and friends! Let’s
save even more lives!
For more information, contact Paul Cinque-mani, Blood Drive Chairperson, 832-594-6753.
Mass honoring all families who have suffered a miscarriage
Whether you have had a miscar-riage recently or many years ago, join us for this special Mass on Wednesday, August 16th at 6:30 pm at St. Laurence Catholic
Church (3100 Sweetwater Blvd in Sugar Land). The little one you have lost will be honored and remem-bered through special readings and intercessions. This Mass is also for you, as parents, to give thanks for this gift of life through the prayers of the Church. Flowers and special prayer cards will also be offered to the mothers present. Please spread the word!
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P R : We kindly request that all fami-lies of our parish be registered before registering for CCE or sacramental preparation classes. Registration and change forms are available in the vestibule of the church and in the parish office. To update your parish information, please call the parish office from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday. B P I : Parents are asked to register their child for Baptism, to bring a copy of the child’s birth certificate to the parish office, and to attend a pre-Baptism class. Godparents are encouraged to attend class. Godparents must be at least sixteen years of age, prac-ticing Catholics, Confirmed, and, if married, married through the Church. Classes are offered the first Friday of every other month, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center. Parents are kindly asked not to bring their children to the class. Certifi-cates of attendance for the baptism preparation are provided at the end of the class for those who are not baptizing at St. Theresa Church. Please call the office to register for the class at 281-494-1156, Ext. 228. The next class will be on Fri-day, August 4, 2017. P -M S : This pre-marriage seminar is to commence the marriage preparation for all couples who wish to be married within St. Theresa's Catholic community. It is held on the second Tuesday of every other month at 7:00 pm. It provides an opportunity for couples to learn about the Catholic Church's theology of matrimony and begin the process to properly receive this great sacrament of the Church. Couples will learn details of how to plan and prepare for their wedding day and matrimony thereafter. Please pre-register by calling 281-494-1156. The next seminar will be Tues-day, August 8, 2017. For more information please con-tact Deacon James Anderson at 281-224-9986.
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July 24, 2017 through July 30, 2017 Monday: Ex 14:5-18; Ex 15:1bc-6; Mt 12:38-42 Tuesday: 2 Cor 4:7-15; Mt 20:20-28 Wednesday: Ex 16:1-5, 9-15; Jn 20:1-2, 11-18 Thursday: Ex 19:1-2, 9-11, 16-20b; Dn 3:52-56; Mt 13: 10-17 Friday: Ex 20:1-17; Mt 13:18-23 Saturday: Ex 24:3-8; Jn 11:19-27 or Lk 10:38-42 Sunday: 1 Kgs 3:5, 7-12; Ps 119; Rom 8:28-30; Mt 13:44 -52 [44-46] Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Wis 12:13, 16-19; Ps 86; Rom 8:26-27; Mt 13:24-43 [24-30]
L S 24 de Julio del 2017 al 30 de Julio del 2017 Lunes: Ex 14:5-18; Ex 15:1bc-6; Mt 12:38-42 Martes: 2 Cor 4:7-15; Mt 20:20-28 Miércoles: Ex 16:1-5, 9-15; Jn 20:1-2, 11-18 Jueves: Ex 19:1-2, 9-11, 16-20b; Dn 3:52-56; Mt 13: 10-17 Viernes: Ex 20:1-17; Mt 13:18-23 Sábado: Ex 24:3-8; Jn 11:19-27 o Lc 10:38-42 Domingo: 1 Re 3:5, 7-12; Sal 119 (118); Rom 8:28-30; Mt 13:44-52 [44-46] Decimosexto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario: Sab 12:13, 16-19; Sal 86 (85); Rom 8:26-27; Mt 13:24-43 [24-30]
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PRAYER OF SPOUSES FOR EACH OTHER
Lord Jesus, grant that my spouse and I may have a true and understanding love for each other. Grant that we
may both be filled with faith and trust. Give us the grace to live with each other in peace and harmony. May we always bear with one another’s weaknesses and grow from each oth-er’s strengths. Help us to forgive one another’s failings and grant us patience, kindness, cheer-fullness and the spirit of
placing the well-being of one another ahead of self. May the love that brought us together grow and mature with each
passing year. Bring us both ever closer to You through our love for each other. Let our love grow to perfection, for
You live and reign with the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.
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G S M : The hopelessness and sadness that comes from experiencing the loss of a loved one can leave us frozen in place, just trying to cope with everyday life. Support groups are an important tool for finding hope and coping tools on this journey. We are a group of compassionate lay people who also have experienced the death of someone we dearly loved. Join us to listen and share, because no one should grieve alone! For more information please contact Sandy Barber at 832-451-9117 or [email protected]. Perpetual Adoration Ministry: The perpetual adoration ministry is a Eucharistic devotion where people commit to taking an hour to praise and worship Jesus before the Most Blessed Sac-rament. The hour you sign up for is spent in silent prayer and meditation. You may bring your own prayer books, use the books in the chapel, read the Bible, pray the rosary, or just sit and enjoy the peace that comes from simply being in the Presence of God. Adoration is in the Emmaus Chapel, it is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. For more information please contact Re-becca Freeman (281) 844-4616. C U : Our vision is to be a service ministry organi-zation, effectively using our gifts and talents to serve the needs within and outside our community. Our mission is to actively encourage involvement in church activities by members of our Spanish-speaking community, to take the lead in celebrating reli-gious feasts, to be available and lend a helping hand to both the church and fellow parishioners, and to promote higher education by granting scholarships to graduating high school seniors who are registered parishioners. For more information please contact George Morales, Jr. at 281-565-5469. L C M : The Lay Carmelites are an order, not an organization. They are one of the oldest religious orders that follow the contemplative life. They live their daily lives in a secular society, evangelizing, serving, and following the examples of the many Carmelite Saints. For more infor-mation please contact Tonie Arizpe at 832-715-6281. P C : The Pastoral Council is made up of 12 members elected to three-year terms who represent parishioners, parish ministries, and parish organiza-tions. The Council serves in a consultative capacity with the Pastor by bringing forth concerns from the community and working with the Pastor to resolve them. The Council also coordinates parish events and helps the parish meet the needs of the parishioners. The Council meets month-ly. Alan Phipps is the current Chairman: 281-410-1856.
M B B Please contact Cheryl Pospisil ([email protected]) with any updates to the Military bulletin board in the narthex. This in-cludes adding new pictures or updating the information currently on the board. Photos (with accompanying descriptions) can also be dropped off at the church office.
Loving Embrace Infertility Support Group: Meets 3rd Thursday, each month, 7:30-9pm, monthly meeting rotation: Couples Dinner, Ladies Dinner, and Couples Discus-sion. Loving Embrace is a Catholic educational support group for couples who have endured or are presently enduring the pain and suffering of infertility. The group provides support for cop-ing with infertility and explores resources, methods, and options that are morally faithful to the teachings of the Catholic Church. For rotation information contact Erin Colaco at [email protected]
B A : Submissions to the bulletin are due on the Friday (10 days) before the Sunday of publication. Send bulletin notices to Michelle Rivas at [email protected] or FAX: 281-242-1393. E-B : Visit our parish website and click on the link to sign up for our bi-monthly e-blast. Every two weeks, an e-mail will be sent directly to your computer or smart phone with updated information about parish schedules, events, and more. Sign up today! G P : Gabriel Project is seeking monetary or material donations for our pregnant women. Please contact Pina @ 281-650-1225 or [email protected] M E : Are you looking for a new way to let your spouse know you love them in the midst of your jobs, carpooling the kids, and trying to keep up with your house, pool, and yard? Tell him or her they're still #1 in your life... share a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend with each other. Contact Brian & Tina Little at 281-773-4014 or on-line at www.houstonme.org. M P -L R : The first Sunday of each month we pray the Rosary to end abortion. Sunday, August 6, 2017 we will pray the Rosary at 6:30 a.m. inside the Church and after the 10:00 a.m. Mass in front of the Right to Life Monu-ment. N : The nursery is open during the 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. & Noon Sunday Mass. Children from 18 months to 4 years of age are welcome. No reservation is necessary. For more information contact Andrea Ramsey at 281-725-0127.
P R : If you are grieving from a past abortion, contact a member of our Pro-Life team (see page 15) or our diocesan Project Rachel ministry coordinator, Julie Fritsch, for confidential help (713-741-8728).
S . T ’ M ’ P : Mothers and chil-dren welcome! We meet at 10:00 a.m. on the second Wednes-day of the month at a fun location determined a few days prior. Contact: Kim Phalen at 832-535-0715 for more information.
L F S . D : The Lay Fraternities of St. Dominic (aka Dominican Laity) are Lay Catholic men and women, single and married, who serve God in the world as members of the order of preachers (Dominicans). We con-stantly seek to develop a spiritual life rooted in the pillars of prayer, study, community, and preaching according to the lay state. We meet as a group once a month at Holy Rosary Cath-olic Church in midtown Houston. If you have been a practicing Catholic for at least two years and would like to discern whether you have a Lay Dominican vocation, we'd love to hear from you! For more information, please email Mr. Alan Phipps, O.P., at [email protected] or call 281-410-1856.
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P S Omnipotent and eternal God, the everlasting Salvation of those who believe, hear us on behalf of Thy sick servant, N., for whom we beg the aid of Thy loving mercy, that, with his bodily health restored, he may give thanks to Thee in Thy church. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Fr. Roy Oggero JoAnn Duncan Karen Cromer Mary Camacho Martha Gonzalez June & Wilma Narvacan Brittany Dodson Sandra Aguilar Matthew Cortes Enrique Barajas Jeannine Pencak Teresinha B. Bitdinger Rita Nauck Hertha Meyer Alice Hicks Patricia Shannon Rita Beckey Nigel Smith Ann Hamilton Gwen Salisbury Gerry Doyle Joe Puga Ann Davidson Alfredo Hernandez Lara Mildred Netardus Larry Klaus Edith Hartensteiner Judy Lancaster Bernice Guess Ana Daisy Valencia Bernadette Roberts Dick Memmer Annette O’Shea Dennis Deruytter Daisy Valencia
Holy God, Holy Strong One. Holy Immortal One, have mercy on us. To Thee be praise, to
Thee be glory, to Thee be thanksgiving through endless ages, O Blessed Trinity.
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P R P F D Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and may perpetu-al light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen. May their souls, and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. We remember with gratitude, and pray for God’s mercy upon: Deacon Frank Cromer, Deacon Don Senger, Kath-leen Melancon, Garland Melancon, Will DeVa-ney, Pascual Rueda, Martin Leos, Phat Joseph Nguyen, Mary Ann Hines, Anita Morales, Fonny Van Tilborg, Evaristo Tovar, Richard Harnois, Symbol Ordeneaux, Martha Kocich, Tony Medi-na, Anabel Gomez, Margarita Padilla, Curtis Du-rio, Myriam Chavez, Jane Rivera, Theresa Miko-lajczak, Paula Johnson, Bolivia Schlabach, James Hopkins, Frances Scott, Thomas Koon, Amalia Ponce DeLeon, Elmo Ordeneaux, Carlos Hernan-dez, Santiago Abaigar, Efrain Lee Davis, Joyce Franklin, Bob Roberts, Anita Swoboda
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Saint Theresa Catholic Church 705 Saint Theresa Boulevard
Sugar Land, Texas 77498
“The Spirit comes to the aid of our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes with inexpressible groanings” (Romans 8:26).
1 - St. Theresa School 9 - CCE Conference Room
2 - Community Center 10 - Parish Office 3 - Emmaus Chapel 11 - Church 4 - Family Life Center/Gym 12 - Temporary Office 5 - Choir Room 13 - Li le Flower Chapel 6 - Youth Lounge 14 - Rooms (B1 - B11) 7 - St. Catherine Room (Rm A) 15 - St. Vincent de Paul 8 - St. Thomas More Room (Rm B) 16 - Knights of Columbus
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Show favor, O Lord, to your servants and mercifully increase the gifts of
your grace, that, made fervent in hope, faith and charity, they may be ever
watchful in keeping your commands.
Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever. Amen.