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ST. THERESA CATHOLIC CHURCH DECEMBER 6, 2015

ST. THERESA CATHOLIC CHURCH 705 ST. THERESA BOULEVARD SUGAR LAND, TX 77498 281-494-1156

WWW.SUGARLANDCATHOLIC.COM

SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT

S T . T H E R E S A P A R I S H A R C H D I O C E S E O F G A L V E S T O N — H O U S T O N

Immaculate Conception Mass Immaculate Conception Mass Schedule, page 2… Schedule, page 2…


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CONFESSION

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.

WEEKDAYS ENTRE SEMANA

Monday—Friday 6:45 a.m., 8:30 a.m.

SATURDAY SÁBADO

8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Anticipated Mass

SUNDAY DOMINGO

7:00 a.m., 8:00 a.m. (Español), 10:00 a.m., Noon,

2:00 p.m. (Español), 5:00 p.m.

MASS AND CONFESSION SCHEDULE

CONTENTS

DSF………………..……………...………....…………

Ministerios en Español…….…..……….…...……….. Mañanitas a la Virgen de Guadalupe……..……...… Simbang Gabi……….. .…..……….…...……...…….. Announcements…………………………….………... Faith Formation/School...…………....……………… Mass Intentions……………………………………….. Weekly Schedule of Events………………………….. Blood Drive……………………………...…………... Christmas With the Strings Concert……....……….. Daily Scripture Readings……………...…..………… Advent Mission……..……………………………….. Parish contact information………………..............

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Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception

December 8, 2015

Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception is the Patroness of the United States. Her feast day is a special day of prayer and intercession for our

nation. December 8 is a Holy Day of Obligation for the United States.

Mass Schedule

Monday, December 7 5:30 p.m. Vigil Mass

(English)

Tuesday, December 8 6:45 a.m.

8:30 a.m.

12:10 p.m.

4:30 p.m.

7:30 p.m. (Bi-Lingual)


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How may I donate to DSF?

Credit Card You may charge your donations to a credit card either using your pledge card or going on-line at www.archgh.org/dsf. We accept payments via MasterCard, VISA, Discover and American Express.

Direct Debit You may set up a direct debit on your checking account on your pledge card. Just follow the directions on the card. You may also pay by “e-check” online at www.archgh.org/dsf.

Check You may place your check in the Pew Envelopes found at your parish or send your check with the pledge card you received in the mail.

Cash You may place your cash in the Pew Envelopes found at your parish.

Stock, IRA, Mutual Funds, or Securities

The Development Department can help arrange any of these transactions. Please call Mi-chael Schillaci at 713-652-4418. Information is also available on the Archdiocesan web-site at www.archgh.org/dsf under the Giving Stocks and Other Securities tab.

Matching Gift DSF qualifies for many corporate matching gift programs. Contact your employer for more information on their matching gift program.

Parish Electronic Giving DSF is Cardinal DiNardo’s annual appeal; as such, DSF donations are made directly to the Archdiocese to directly benefit Archdiocesan programs. You may pledge/donate on-line at www.archgh.org/dsf or complete a donor form available at your parish office or call the Development Records Office of the Archdiocese at 713-652-4422.

Online Giving Already signed up for Online Giving at St. Theresa? You can make your pledge right through your Online Giving account at www.SugarLandCatholic.com. If you do not have an account set up yet, just fill in the fast and simple account registration.


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INSCRIPCIÓN EN LA PARROQUIA: Pase a la oficina parroquial de 8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. de lunes a viernes o tomar una forma en el vestíbulo de la iglesia y entregársela a un ujier. GUARDERÍA: La guardería esta abierta durante la misa de 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. y 12:00 p.m. No es necesaria reservación.

FORMACIÓN PARA LOS SACRAMENTOS

PREPARACIÓN DE BAUTISMO INFANTIL: A los padres se les pide que inscriban a su hijo(a) para el bautismo. Deben traer el certificado 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 cla-se. Los padrinos deben de ser mayor de dieciséis (16) años, católicos practi-cantes, confirmados y si es casado, casado por la iglesia católica. Las clases se ofrecen el Segundo do-mingo de cada mes a las 3:15 p.m. en el Centro de Vida Familiar. A los pa-dres se les pide de favor que no lleven a sus hijos a la clase. Se les dará Cer-tificado de asistencia al final de la cla-se aquellos padres o padrinos que no bautizaran 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 13 de diciembre a las 3:15 p.m. RICA-INICIACIÓN PARA ADULTOS: Eres adulto y aún no has recibido tus sacra-mentos? Para mas información clases de preparación para bautismo, comu-nión y confirmación por favor llame a la oficina parroquial al 281-494-1156. RICA PARA NIÑOS: El RICA para niños es para niños de siete años o mayores que no están bautizados o bautizados en otra fe. Por favor comuníquese a la oficina al 281-494-1156 para mas in-formación.

PREPARACION PARA EL MATRIMONIO EN ESPAÑOL: Las personas que deseen contraer matrimonio aquí en la Iglesia de Santa Teresa, Son invita-dos a asistir un seminario de prepara-ción matrimonial. Esto es obligatorio para comenzar el proceso de prepa-ración. Es para las parejas que no están casados y para las parejas que están casadas civilmente o que viven juntos. Por favor pre inscríbase lla-mando al 281-494-1156. El semina-rio se celebra cada otro mes, el se-gundo jueves de mes. El próximo seminario es el Jueves 14 de enero del 2016 en el Salón FLC-A. CATEQUESIS: Nuestro Catecismo en español se ofrece de Septiembre a Mayo, los domingos de 9:30 a 11:00 a.m. para grados de Kínder al 8 gra-do. Catequesis es un proceso conti-nuo de evangelización, educación, formación y conversión que dura toda la vida. Para mas información por favor llame a la oficina de Cate-quesis de lunes a viernes al 281-494-1156 de 8:00 a.m. a 4:30 p.m.

DOMINGO DE SACRAMENTOS: Para ni-ños que desean la formación para los Sacramentos de Primera Reconci-liación (confesión) y la Sagrada Co-munión. Esta clase es en conjunto con su catequesis. Los niños deben tener mínimo siete (7) años al comen-zó del año escolar. Las clases son un domingo al mes a la 1:00 p.m. El 9 y 10 de diciembre a las 6:30pm tendremos las primeras confesiones para los niños que se están preparan-do para la Primera Comunión. CATOLICISMO BASICO: Católico Básico es para padres de niño que asisten a catequesis por primera vez y desean prepararse para la formación de Sa-cramentos de Reconciliación y Co-munión. Esta clase es un martes al mes a las 7:00 p.m. en el Centro Co-munitario de la Parroquia. Esta clase es obligatoria para los padres sola-mente. La próxima clase es el Martes 1 de diciembre a las 7:00 p.m.

SHARING SUNDAY PROGRAMA DE REGALOS DE NAVIDAD

Sharing Sunday es un ministerio que anualmente distribuye regalos a fami-lias necesitadas. Este programa es so-lamente para niños. Para mas información, llame a St.

Vicente de Paul al 281-242-9149

La Solemnidad de la Inmaculada Concepción

Un día de precepto

Horario de la Santa Misa Lunes, 7 de diciembre 5:30 p.m. (en Ingles)

Martes, 8 de diciembre

6:45 a.m. 8:30 a.m.

12:10 p.m. 4:30 p.m.

7:30 p.m. (Bilingüe)

ATENCION JUNTA OBLIGATORIA

El jueves 10 de diciembre tendremos una junta de todos los Ministerios His-panos a las 7:00 p.m. en el salón B 1/7. Es obligatorio que un represen-tante de cada grupo asista a esta junta. Para mas información, llame a el Dia-cono Gilbert (281) 494-1156.


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Cristo es un rey que no domina sino que nos eleva a su dignidad, el Papa en la Solemnidad de Jesucristo Rey del Universo

2015-11-22 Radio Vaticana

“Servir por amor es reinar”, “ésta es la realeza de Jesús”. En el do-mingo de la Solemnidad de Nuestro Señor Jesucristo Rey del Uni-verso, el Papa Francisco rezó el Ángelus dominical en la Plaza de san Pedro junto a los fieles y peregrinos llegados de diversas partes del mundo.

Reflexionando sobre el Evangelio del día que nos hace contemplar a Jesús mientras se presenta a Pilatos como rey de un reino “que no es de este mundo”, el pontífice recalcó que se trata de una con-traposición entre dos lógicas, aquella mundana y aquella evan-gélica, la de Jesús, que se expresa en la humildad y en la gratuidad.

“Jesús se reveló Rey en el evento de la Cruz” y quien mira la Cruz de Cristo, dijo Francisco, “no puede no ver la sorprendente gratuidad del amor”.

Un amor que permanece sólido y firme aun ante el rechazo y que es el cumplimiento de una vida pasada en el total ofrecimiento de sí en favor de la humanidad.

La fuerza del reino de Cristo es el amor y es por ese motivo que la realeza de Jesús no nos oprime sino que nos libera de nuestras de-bilidades y miserias, animándonos a ir por los caminos del bien, de la reconciliación y del perdón. “Cristo es un rey que no domina sino que nos eleva a su dignidad y esto significa, servir a Dios y a los hermanos”.

Antes de iniciar el rezo del Ángelus el pontífice invitó a pedirle a la Virgen María que nos sostenga en nuestro compromiso de imitar a Jesús, nuestro rey, haciendo presente su reino con gestos de ternura, comprensión y misericordia.

MAÑANITAS A LA VIRGEN DE

GUADALUPE

Sábado, 12 de diciembre

4:30 a.m. – El Santo Rosario en el templo

5:00 a.m. – Las Mañanitas con el Mariachi Imperial en el templo

5:30 a.m. – La Santa Misa con música de mariachi

6:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Habra mas música del mariachi y un desa-yuno en el Centro Comunitario

Después del desayuno habrá

la limpieza.

Gracias por su cooperación.


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EVERYONE IS INVITED! Come join us in celebrating

f|ÅutÇz Ztu| at Saint Theresa Catholic Church – Sugar Land A traditional FILIPINO MASS honoring the

BLESSED VIRGIN MARY in anticipation of CHRISTMAS

Saturday, December 19, 2015 7:00 PM Mass (English/Tagalog)

Main Celebrant: Rev. Eurel Manzano Rev. Greg Mirto, concelebrant & Rev. Mr. Glenn Haller, assisting

RECEPTION in the COMMUNITY CENTER (immediately after Mass)

Festivities include the following highlights:

EVERYONE WELCOME – FREE ADMISSION Families are invited to bring a dish for sharing

Sponsored By: The Holy Trinity Prayer Group & The Samahang Filipino @ St. Theresa

To help, for more details or to donate, please call:

Ninfa Alcantara (281) 265-1048 ~ Oliva Aurelio (281) 568-0451 ~ Rodrigo & Mercy Barrey (281) 491-8222 ~ Bella Castro (713) 303-4209 ~ Jim & Linda Claire (832) 603-0993 ~ Rudy Cruz (281) 565-0554 ~ Lucy DeVilla (832) 754-4100 ~ Tony & Divine Diza (281) 980-8543 ~ Bong & Nida Dumantay (832) 613-5672 ~ Christine Gimotea (281) 794-6755 ~ Lou Gomez (281) 935-3607 ~ Helen Mattern (713) 829-4909 ~ Deacon Glen & Aurora Haller (281)980-9883 ~ Eugenia Miller (281) 498-2361 ~ Ra-mon & Tessie Paguio (832) 868-8954 ~ Rick & Rhodora Quiam (281) 565-3763 ~ Vic & Angelina Sarmiento (281) 416-9700 ~

Dan & Amy Sison (281) 980-7967 ~ Alynn Vivares (281) 302-6228 ~ Eduardo & Mely Silverio (832) 495-5306 ~ Gilda Tu-mang (832) 495-5306 ~ Trudy Swanson (832) 620-7657 ~ Dr. Mercedes Sulit (281) 988-9194 ~

Glenn & Gladys Zamora (281) 530-6558

Caroling

A buffet of Filipino dishes, delicacies & desserts

Display of colorful “parols”*

(*some for sale)

Picture taking with Santa Claus**

(**bring your own camera)

Door prizes and Christmas giveaways

Dance the night away!


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BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS: Submissions to the bulle-tin are due on the Friday (10 days) before the Sunday of publication. Send bulletin notices to Rosa Michel at [email protected] or FAX: 281-242-1393. E-BLAST: 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! GABRIEL PROJECT: Gabriel Project is seeking monetary or material donations for our pregnant women. Contact Pina @ 281-650-1225/ [email protected] MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER: 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 En-counter Weekend with each other. Contact Brian & Tina Little at 281-773-4014 or online www.houstonme.org. DEACON FRANK CROMER MEN’S PRAYER BREAKFAST: Join the men of St. Theresa at the monthly "Breakfast and Prayer before Business," Leader: Deacon Don Sen-ger. Wednesday, December 9, 2015 at 6:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. in the Youth Family Life Center, Room A. Con-tinental breakfast and sharing the Word among friends. It’s inspirational and interesting. There’s no need to call. Simply show up and bring a friend. MONTHLY PRO-LIFE ROSARY: The first Sunday of each month we pray the Rosary to end abortion. On Sunday, December 6, 2015 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 Monument. NURSERY: 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 281-545-2771. RACHEL PROJECT: If you are grieving from a past abor-tion, Contact your diocesan Project Rachel Ministry for confidential help. Dr. Marcella Colbert 713-741-8728.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Coping with Grief Through the Holidays

Tuesday December 8 6:30 – 8:30 pm

Holidays and holy days are times to gather with family &friends. If you have suffered the loss - of a loved one, the holidays can be filled with sorrow and grief. You may feel as though everyone has joy but you. Grief can be raw during the holidays. Join the Grief Support Ministry for a two-hour session:

Tuesday, Dec 8 from 6:30-8:30 in the Family Life Center, St. Catherine Room at

St. Theresa's Catholic Church

All are welcome to bring a friend or refer a relative, friend or co-worker who might be experiencing the pain of grief. These sessions are free and are open to every-one, Catholic or non-Catholic. The session will be held at St. Theresa Catholic Church – Family Life Center, St. Catherine Room! For information/registration/ direc-tions, please contact Sandy Barber by phone at 281-633-9090 or email – [email protected]


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YOUTH

Is God calling you to something more? Come explore the Catholic Church!

If you are seventeen years of age or older and: unbaptized; baptized in another faith expression; or a baptized Catholic who has never received your First Ho-ly Communion, then the RCIA is for you! The next Inquiry gathering will be Wednesday, December 9, 2015 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center. These informal gatherings are structured to answer your questions about the Catholic Church.

Contact Lynda Knoche at 281-342-6937 or by e-mail: [email protected].

If you, your child or someone you know is between the ages of seven and six-teen, not baptized or baptized in another faith expression, we have an RCIA process suited to your age group. Inquiry sessions every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Please schedule an appointment with Paul Stoessel 281-494-1156 or e-mail [email protected] prior to attending your first session.

R.C.I.A. NR.C.I.A. NEWSEWS

During the CCE school year (Sept. —May), classes are offered at the follow-ing times: Preschool CCE is in rooms B3 – B5 during 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. Sacrament Sunday is for all children in formation to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion. Any questions to Paul Stoessel, Direc-tor of Elementary CCE at [email protected] or at 281-830-3804. The next Sacrament Sun-day class is January 10, 2016 at 1:00 PM. Children will have their first confes-sion on December 9 or 10. Group 1 & 3 on December 9th Group 2 & 4 on December 10th 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 during this time. The next class will be on Tuesday, December 1 at 7:00 p.m.

ELMENTARY

FAITH FORMATION

ST. THERESA YOUTH MINISTRY

No High School Faith Formation until Sunday, January 10, 2016.

For more information about Youth Ministry Faith Formation. please call 281-494-1156 and speak to Joseph or Meghan. Joseph Mastrangelo, Director of Youth Ministry joseph@ sugarlandcatholic.com or Meghan Anderson, Asst. Coordina-tor of Youth Ministry meghan@ sugarlandcatholic.com

MIDDLE SCHOOL MIDDLE SCHOOL

Middle School Faith Formation (CCE) meets on Sundays or Mondays 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Please contact Roland Millare at [email protected] for more information.


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MASS SCHEDULE Monday, December 7, 2015 St. Ambrose 6:45 a.m. Lorine C. Bubela 8:30 a.m. Alois Goehring 5:30 p.m. Parker Family Tuesday, December 8 The Immaculate Conception 6:45 a.m. Concha Balseiro & Pura Gallego 8:30 a.m. Margaret I. K. Drygalski & Dolores Marie M. Drygalski 12:10 p.m. Shirley Hand 4:30 p.m. Elvin Kocich 7:30 p.m. Inocencia de Paz Wednesday, December 9 Advent Weekday 6:45 a.m. Al Ewer & John Heitman 8:30 a.m. All The Souls Thursday, December 10 Advent Weekday 6:45 a.m. Carolo 8:30 a.m. Floryan Eugene Drygalski Margaret Irene K. Drygolski Friday, December 11 Advent Weekday 6:45 a.m. Beatrice Meza 8:30 a.m. Ralph O’Grady Saturday, December 12 Our Lady of Guadalupe 4:30 a.m. Parish Family 8:30 a.m. Staci Welsh 5:00 p.m. Joseph Nguyen Sunday, December 13 Third Sunday of Advent 7:00 a.m. Deborah Geno 8:00 a.m. Sociedad Guadalupanos 10:00 a.m. Maria Tri 12:00 p.m. Danny Salsman 2:00 p.m. Parish Family 5:00 p.m. Calilung Family One may request Mass intentions by visiting the parish office during regular business hours. Mass intentions are available two (2) months in advance only.

PARISH EVENTS

Monday, December 7, 2015 9:00 a.m. Learn English Ministry, Rm. B-1 6:30 p.m. Taller Oracion y Vida, FLC-B 7:00 p.m. Ensayo para Coro Fraternidad Tuesday, December 8 9:00 a.m. Learn English Ministry, Rm. B-1 6:30 p.m. Bereavement Grp. Mtg., FLC-A 6:30 p.m. Franciscanos de Maria, Rm 5 7:00 p.m. Hispanic Ministry Mtg., Rm 1/7 7:00 p.m. Marriage Prep Seminar, FLC 7:00 p.m. Holy Trinity Prayer, Chapel Wednesday, December 9 9:00 a.m. Learn English Ministry, Rm. B-1 10:00 a.m. Mother’s Play Group, FLC 5:30 p.m. Legion of Mary Prayer Mtg. 5:30 p.m. St. Theresa String Orchestra Rehearsal, Music Room 7:00 p.m. Divine Mercy Cenacle, FLC-B 7:30 p.m. AA Español, Rm B-5 7:30 p.m. Adult Choir Rehearsal Thursday, December 10 9:00 a.m. Learn English Ministry, Rm. B-1 9:30 a.m. Rosary Group, Rm 6 4:30 p.m. Flos Cantum (Children’s choir) 6:30 p.m. Carmelites Phase 1 & 2 Mtg. 7:00 p.m. Encuentro Matrimonial, Rm 6 Friday, December 11 7:30 p.m. AA Español, Rm B-5 Saturday, December 12 4:30 a.m. Feast of Our Lady of Guada lupe, Church 9:00 a.m. Learn English Ministry, Rm. B-1 9:30 a.m. Legion of Mary Prayer Mtg. 10:30 a.m. Rosary Group, Rm 6 7:30 a.m. String Concert, Sunday, December 13 9:30 a.m. Catecsimo en Español 9:30 a.m. RCIA Catechumens, FLC 9:30 a.m. RICA para Niños, Rm 1/7 9:30 a.m. Apariciones de Virgen de Gua dalupe, CC 10:00 a.m. Prek—Kinder CCE, Rm 3-6 3:00 p.m. Clase Pre Bautismal, FLC 6:15 p.m. Youth Group CCE 6:30 p.m. Middle School CCE 6:30 p.m. Catecismo y Biblia, B-1/7

SUNDAY OFFERTORY November 22, 2015 $ 33,718 Online Giving $ 3,095 Total $ 35,813 November 29, 2015 $ 35,274 Online Giving $ 5,490 Total $ 40,764

DIOCESAN SERVICES FUND 2015

Totals as of November 29, 2015

Goal $ 199,000 Pledged $ 164,050 Payments $ 155,315 Payments Due $ 43,685

486 Participants

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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 infor-

mation about parish schedules, events, and more.

Sign up today!



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MONTHLY MASSES AT CARE-GIVING FACILITIES

Masses in December 2015

These masses are being celebrated by the priests from St. Theresa at the following care-giving facilities.

Thursday, December 3 at 10:00 a.m. at Crescent, 11353 Sugar Park Lane

Monday, December 7 at 12:00 noon at St. Luke’s Sugar Land Hospital, 1317 Lake Point Parkway

Wednesday, December 9 at 10:00 a.m. at Sugar Land Health Care Center: 333 Mattlage Way

Wednesday, December 16 at 10:00 a.m. at Atria, 1401 Soldiers Field

Monday, December 21 at 12:00 noon at St. Luke’s Sugar Land Hospital, 1317 Lake Point Parkway

SHARING SUNDAY Christmas Gift Program

SCHEDULE 2015

December 5, 2015 - Giving Tree Gift Tags on the Tree - Take one

December 6, 2015 - Giving Tree Gift Tags on the Tree - Take one

December 12, 2015 - Sharing Sunday Bring gifts to mass

December 13, 2015 - Sharing Sunday Bring gifts to masses

December 14, 2015 - Distribution of Gifts Distribution 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

December 15, 2015 - Distribution of Gifts Distribution 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. December 16, 2015 - Distribution of Gifts Distribution 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Please contact Belinda at 832-248-4995 for volunteer information.


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PARISH REGISTRATION: We kindly request that all families 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 infor-mation, please call the parish office from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday. BAPTISM PREPARATION FOR INFANTS: 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 at-tend class. Godparents must be at least sixteen years of age, practicing 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. Certificates 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 Friday, February 5, 2016. MARRIAGE PREPARATION: Those who wish to be married at St. Theresa Church are asked to attend a marriage preparation seminar. The seminar is held every other month on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. Please pre-register by calling 281-494-1156. The next seminar will be Tuesday, December 8, 2015.

WEEKLY READINGS

December 7 through December 13, 2015 Monday: Is 35:1-10; LK 5:17-26 Tuesday: Gn 3:9-15, Ps 98; Eph 1:3-6, 11-12; Lk 1:26-38 Wednesday: Is 40:25-31; Mt 11:28-30 Thursday: Is 41:13-20; Mt 11:11-15 Friday: Is 48:17-19; Mt 11:16-19 Saturday: Zac 2:14-17; LK 1:26-38 Sunday: Zep 3:14-18a; Is 12; Phil 4:4-7; Lk 3:10-18 Second Sunday of Advent: Bar 5:1-9; Ps 126; Phil 1:4-6, 8-11; Lk 3:1-6

LECTURAS SEMANAL

7 de diciembre al 13 de diciembre del 2015 Lunes: Is 35:1-10; Lc 5, 17-26 Martes: Gn 3:9-15, 20; Sal 97; Ef 1:3-6, 11-12; Lc 1:26-38 Miércoles: Is 40:25-31; Mt 11:28-30 Jueves: Is 41:13-20; Mt 11:11-15 Viernes: Is 48:17-19; Mt 11:16-19 Sábado: Za 2:14-17; Lc 1:26-38 Domingo: Sof 3:14-18; Salmo 12; Flp 4:4-7 Lc 3:10-18 Segundo Domingo de Adviento: Jer 33:14-16; Sal 25 (24); 1 Tes 3:12 — 4:2; Lc 21:25-28, 34-36

ANNOUNCEMENTS

ONLINE GIVING The parish website has instructions on how to register for convenient on-line giving. You will have full con-trol of your contribution account and scheduling. This option can be a great way to support your church and honor the Lord with your resources. If you would like to begin online giving, either visit the link on our web-site or call Diane Senger 281-494-1156.



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ADVENT MISSION


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PRAYER FOR THE SICK 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 Margarita Iglesias Rafael Gijon Dr. Albert Romano Betty Goehring Dorothy Raska Cathy See Carlos Trejos Bill Murray Virginia Siwa Gloria Ortiz Maria Ewah Maria Pimentel Martha Kocich Ilse Viteri Adela Cuate Adalberta M. De Tristan Bernice Guess Edgar J. Schlabach JoAnn Duncan Linda Patin Rufus Segura Joseph Stovall Robert Byrd Ann Neslony Priscilla Ruiz Julian Villarreal Anola Lee Cynthia Cantu Theresa Ebarb John Hallberg Terri Giaimis Pamela Montferrand Carol Ann Barley Larry Klaus Janie Segura Nicole Loper Karen Cromer Linda Kasper Sara Aguirre Alfaro Martin (Marty) Stieb Myriam Chavez Evelyn Bartos John Arroyo Peter Bohmer Kathleen Melancon Brandon Vos Matt Pici

Charlie Craig Larry Duran Fred Stratton Jose Reymond Jaimes Larry Loper Marilyn Nelson Carolyn M. Norwood Elmo Ordeneaux Jeannine Scates Mydra Pitre Gwen Salisbury Frances Scott Mary Camacho Martha Gonzalez Richard & Lillie Beserra Mami Lopez Matthew Cortes Darlene Marshall Danny Terral Patricia Shannon Regina Vogt Daniele Smith June & Wilma Narvacan Lucy Laurents Richard Harnois Deacon Don Senger Bolivia Schlabech Amalia Ponce DeLeon Margarita M. de Padilla Diane Krall Mary Bates Dolores Heitman Kevin Cisneros Sal Salinas Jorge Medina JoAnne Henry Ron Zucker Juanita I Muniz Balvino Renoj Charlie McDonald Chris Cromer Jewel Truong Paula Johnson Bob Sullivent Bob Roberts Hilda Santibañez Ashley Santibanez

PRAYER FOR THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and may perpetual 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: Donald Mattern, Maria Reyes, Fr. Robert Ritz, Susan Link, Manuel Rangel Jr., Rosie Janssen, Teresita Batista, Antonio Guerrero, Lucille Ligotino, Jo Ann Castille, David Estes, Bruce Buckles, Albert Edward Ewer, Johnny Heitman, LauraMae Davidson, Albert Toncrey, Jan Karwowski, Evelyn Haller, Janie Arias, Martin Villarreal, Guadalupe Rodriguez, Deb-orah Foltyn Geno, Elvin Kocich, Kevin Hinguillo; Kien Hong Phan, Deacon Frank Cromer, Jill Cutway

St. Joseph, Patron of a holy death, pray for us!

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St. Theresa Catholic Church 705 St. Theresa Boulevard Sugar Land, Texas 77498

“Every valley shall be filled and every mountain and hill shall be made low.” (Luke 3)

SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT

Almighty and merciful God,

may no earthly undertaking hinder those

who set out in haste to meet your Son,

but may our learning of heavenly wisdom

gain us admittance to his company.

Who lives and reigns with you

in the unity of the Holy Spirit,

one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

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