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ST. ALOYSIUS OF GONZAGA St . Louis Church
48 West Hollis Street Nashua, N.H. 03060
Phone: 603-882-4362 * Fax: 603-886-8923
www.stlouisnashua.org
A COMMUNITY OF WORD, WORSHIP, FELLOWSHIP AND SERVICE IN THE ROMAN CATHOLIC TRADITION
Rev. Marcos Gonzalez-Torres ................. Pastor [email protected]
Richard Desmarais ................................... Candidate to [email protected] Diaconate
Parish Council Members: Susan Simard, Linda Paradise, Carmel Pawlowski, Liliana Pontoni,
Jhoanny Marte, Karen Deoleo, Rolande Suchocki, Jean-Paul Archambault, Ludis Salazar
Finance Council Members: Mrs. Rolande Suchocki - Chairperson, Mr. Leo Simard,
Mr. Douglas Pratt, Mrs. Denise Barnett , Mr. Benito Medellín
Faith Formation Team: Jennyfher Briseño ..........................................Faith Formation [email protected] Director Giselle North ........................................... Director of [email protected] Confirmation Carmen Dussault ...........................................Pastoral care [email protected] Monica Quiñones .......................................... Youth Minister [email protected]
Susan Simard ………………………………….. Bible Course [email protected] Coordinator English
Office Staff: Jennifer McInerney ................................. Bookkeeper [email protected] Rafael Peña ............................................. Property [email protected] Maintenance Monica Quiñones .......................................... Bulletin Editor / [email protected] Social Media
Misioneras Servidoras de la Palabra Sister Sara Grimaldo ................................... Convent: 603-882-0893
Cemetery Office: Elizabeth Klamka...........................................St. Louis, 603-886-1302 St. Francis,
[email protected] St. Stanislaus
OFFICE HOURS:
Monday – Thursday 9am – 4pm
Closed on Fridays
MASS SCHEDULE:
Weekdays:
Monday- Friday: 8:30am
Wednesday: 7:00pm (Español)
Weekends:
Saturday: 4:00pm - 6:00pm (Español)
Sunday: 9:00am (Français & English) -11:00am
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION:
In the Church
English & Spanish
Saturday: 3:00pm
Wednesday: 6:00pm - 6:45pm & by appointment
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday
from 12 noon to 8:00 p.m.
at Corpus Christi Chapel 43 Franklin St Nashua, NH
Adoration on Wednesdays at St. Aloysius Church
from 9a.m. to 7p.m. (If there is a Funeral Mass,
adoration will commence after Mass.)
Closed if no school
NH CATHOLIC CHARITIES:
261 Lake St. Nashua, NH 03060 * 603-889-9431 www.nh-cc.org
CORPUS CHRISTI FOOD PANTRY:
Contact: Susan Dignan * 603-882-6372
Emergency Assistance: 603-598-1641
Welcome to our Church family! We’re glad you came to join with us in our worship time today. We hope you come again!
Second Sunday of Lent Sunday, March 16, 2014
2nd Sunday of Lent "This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to him." When they heard this divine declaration, Peter, James, and John fell on the ground, trembling in fear. The gleaming vision of Jesus miraculously transfigured before them, and the appearance of the two prophets who had been dead for ages, didn't knock them over. Rather, the clear voice of God that followed this apparition struck fear into their hearts. The first part of the heavenly announcement certainly confirmed what they had just seen-the unveiled glory of Jesus' divinity. But these words included another element, a command from on high: "Listen to him." Perhaps part of the fear that shook these men was the solemn realization that Christ's divinity demands more than our respect. It demands our response.
Knowing that Jesus is God is only part one. We are also called to follow him, by heeding his teachings and imitating his example. Lent is a special time to examine just how well we are "listening" to Christ. It is a season to uncover the areas where we are deaf to his word, or at least where we are pretending not to hear it. To this end, we have the Lenten exercises of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. First and foremost, in prayer we literally pause to listen. We do our best to quiet ourselves and ask God to speak to us in the depths of our hearts. By fasting, we learn to silence the demands of those physical cravings that too often take first priority in our lives. And through the practice of giving alms, we train ourselves to hear the voice of "the least of these," in whom Christ himself is present. This Lent, may we respond wholeheartedly to God's command to listen to his Son.
Parish Lenten Mission Repent and Believe:
A Journey Through Lent From April 5th–9th we will be having our Parish Lenten Mission “Repent and Believe: A Journey Through Lent”. The Franciscan Brothers of the Primitive Order will be with us to share how we can encounter Christ through repentance and our faith this Lent. We will have daily mass presided over by a Franciscan priest at 8:30am during the mission. On Tuesday, April 8th we will have a Lenten Reflection evening beginning at 5:30pm with the mass. We invite you to join us in worship, prayer, and fellowship. Mass will be followed by a light dinner and reflection about repentance and our faith by the Franciscans. The Franciscan Friars will also be available to hear confessions here in the Church every day, all day during the mission. Wherever you are in your faith journey, please join us to help you discover—or re-discover—the Catholic faith. For more information please call the office at 882-4362 or visit our parish website www.stlouisnashua.org.
CRS Rice Bowl Our parish will be participating in CRS Rice Bowl, Catholic Relief Services’ Lenten program, as a way to encounter Jesus through others, especially through the most vulnerable in our world. Rice Bowls will be available starting on Ash Wednesday, March 5th. Please be sure to take one home and use the easy and fun resources to deepen your family’s Lenten experience. Your prayers, fasting, and almsgiving this Lenten season will help Catholic Relief Services continue to provide life-saving assistance in nearly 100 countries. CRS works on our behalf to care for the poorest in our world and to end global poverty.
Catholic Literature Conference Saturday, March 29 from 9:30am to 4pm. Come hear internationally acclaimed speakers discuss great works of Catholic literature and the authors that wrote them. Speakers are Fr. Michael Kerper, Dr. Thomas Howard, Dr. Mitchell Kalpakgian and Joseph Pearce. The conference will be held in the activity center at St John the Evangelist, 72 S. Main Street, Concord, NH. Tickets are $15 and include lunch. For more information, visit www.christthekingnh.org/catholic-literature-conference or call Angie at 224-2062.
Mid-Lent Reflection Have you ever reflected on the mid-points in your life – e.g. mid-life itself, the mid – point of a pregnancy, a project, a marriage, a career, a ministry, a relationship? Come explore what the mid-point in Lent can reveal to us or teach us about the value of mid-points in our lives, using scripture to shed light on our reflections. March 29 from 9:30am to 3pm. Presenter: Mary Schneiders, OP. Please, register as soon as possible. Cost: $40.00 (includes meal) Deposit: $10.00 (non-refundable). For more information contact Elaine Marquis, CSC at 603-435-7271 or visit our website: www.Berakah.org.
Second Sunday of Lent Sunday, March 16, 2014
Mass Intentions: Monday, March 17th, 2014
8:30am - Harold and Juliette Pelletier by Mariette
Gene Gelinas by the Parish Nurses
All Souls
Tuesday, March 18th, 2014
8:30am - For all souls in purgatory and sinners of the world
Laurette Gillis by Theresa Brodeur
Wednesday, March 19th, 2014
8:30am - Fr. Wilfred Chiasson by Jerry and Doris Chiasson
7:00pm - Juan Antonio Lerma
Thursday, March 20th, 2014
8:30am - Alice and Andre D’Amours
All Souls
John H. Beebe by Therese Fontaine
Friday, March 21st, 2014
8:30am - Carroll J. Blier
Lillian B. Blier
Tracey Erin Perrin by her parents
Saturday, March 22nd, 2014
4:00pm - Ann and Al Pinette by their family
Raymond (Duke) Galipeau by his family (3rd anniv.)
Lucille Desmarais by her husband Lucien
Rene Lebrun by his wife (5th anniv.)
Mr. Normand Rondeau by Adrian and Yvonne Pelchat
Charlie and Rita Forrence
6:00 pm - Por todos los fieles difuntos
Colombina Mieses Taveras by her family
Carmelo Escalante
En acción de gracias a Jesús de la Misericordia
Sunday, March 23rd, 2014
9:00am - George Martin by Julien and Rita Martin
For all souls in purgatory and sinners of the world
Mrs. Regina Tardif by Mr. and Mrs. Claude Quirion
Sylvio and Elizabeth St. Amour by their daughter Lucille
11:00am - All Souls
Patricia Stinson by her family
Mrs. Louise Jean by Mr. and Mrs. Ouellette
Sanctuary Lamp:
Church: For all our parishioners
Chapel: For all our parishioners
Weddings Diocesan policy states that the couple should contact the parish priest at least six months prior to the wedding before making any arrangements. Please call the rectory for further information.
Baptisms For catechesis and preparation information please contact Jennyfher Briseño at the rectory or by email at [email protected].
Home Services The first Friday of each month, we will have home visits to the sick. If you are sick, know someone who is sick, if you are in a nursing home or know someone who is in a nursing home and need prayer or to receive Holy Communion, please contact Carmen Dussault at (603) 882-4362 or by email at [email protected].
A Very Special Ministry We are looking for people who want to participate in the ministry of the sick, visiting with them and bringing them communion at home. If you feel that you have a calling upon your heart to serve your Christian community in this way please call Carmen Dussault at the Rectory office, 603-882-4362.
Readings for the Week of March 16, 2014 Sunday: Gn 12:1-4a/2 Tm 1:8b-10/Mt 17:1-9
Monday: Dn 9:4b-10/Lk 6:36-38
Tuesday: Is 1:10, 16-20/Mt 23:1-12
Wednesday: 2 Sm 7:4-5a, 12-14a, 16/Rom 4:13, 16-18, 22/Mt 1:16, 18-21, 24a or Lk 2:41-51a
Thursday: Jer 17:5-10/Lk 16:19-31
Friday: Gn 37:3-4, 12-13a, 17b-28a/Mt 21:33-43, 45-46
Saturday: Mi 7:14-15, 18-20/Lk 15:1-3, 11-32
Next Sunday: Ex 17:3-7/Rom 5:1-2, 5-8/Jn 4:5-42 or 4:5-15, 19b-26, 39a, 40-42
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St. Aloysius Parish
The Week Ahead: Monday, March 17th, 2014
7:55am - 8:20am: Rosary for the unborn (Church)
8:30am: Mass
10:00am: Al-Anon Meeting in Milette Manor
12:00pm - 8:00pm: Eucharistic Adoration in the Chapel
4:30pm: Bible Courses (Spanish) in Milette Manor
5:00pm - 8:00pm: Boys Scouts meeting in Milette Manor
6:30pm - 7:30pm: Bell Choir practice (Church)
Tuesday, March 18th, 2014
7:55am - 8:20am: Rosary for the unborn (Church)
8:30am: Mass
12:00pm - 8:00pm: Eucharistic Adoration in the Chapel
4:30pm: Bible Courses (Spanish) in Milette Manor
Wednesday, March 19th, 2014
7:55am - 8:20am: Rosary for the unborn (Church)
8:30am: Mass
9:00 - 5:00pm: Eucharistic Adoration (Church)
3:00pm: Divine Mercy Chaplet in Spanish (Church)
5:30pm: Spanish Bible Study in Milette Manor lower level
7:00pm: Spanish Mass
8:00pm - 9:00pm: CERS Meeting at Milette Manor
Thursday, March 20th, 2014
7:55am - 8:20am: Rosary for the unborn (Church)
8:30am: Mass
12:00pm - 8:00pm: Eucharistic Adoration in the Chapel
5:30pm - 6:45pm: Faith Formation in Milette Manor
5:30pm : Spanish Bible Studies in Milette Manor
7:00pm: English Bible Studies in Milette Manor
Friday, March 21st, 2014
**Cemetery & Rectory Offices Closed**
7:55am - 8:20am: Rosary for the unborn (Church)
8:30am: Mass
3:00pm: Stations of the Cross (English)
6:00pm: Stations of the Cross (Viacrucis en español)
6:30pm - 8:00pm: EDGE Night in the Church Hall
7:00pm: Choir “Voces del Señor” practice
Saturday, March 22nd, 2014
4:00 - 5:00pm: Kids Choir Practice in Milette Manor
7:30pm - 9:00pm: Al-Anon Meeting in Milette Manor
Sunday, March 23rd, 2014
8:30am - 1:30pm: RCIA Classes in Milette Manor
10:30am - 1:30pm: RCIA for Children in Milette Manor
5:30pm - 6:30pm: Life Mass
6:30pm: Spanish Choir Practice in the Church
6:30pm - 8:00pm: Lifeteen in the Church Hall
Your Weekly Contributions DeMarch 8th and 9th
We greatly appreciate the great generosity you showed for our Christian Community. May
you be richly blessed for all that you do.
Booster Club News Rolande Suchocki is the winner of $40. The Parish received $60. Thank you to those who participate each week. This is a great little fundraiser for our parish. There are envelopes at each entrance to the church. Pick up an envelope or two and take a chance. The winner receives 40% of the amount collected and the parish receives 60%.
Offertory: $3,958.00
Loose: $1,901.94
Total: $5,859.94 Ash Wednesday - Aid to East Europe $2,253.00
A Special Thank You Thank you to all those who purchased the book, Salam Maria, to help forward the project of establishing the Mama Maria Center in Ngong, Kenya. Hard work and the contributions of so many will one day make this dream a reality and there will be a place for youth to gather and explore the truths of the Catholic faith. There are still more books available. If you are interested in purchasing one and helping this worthy cause, please contact Grace Gikaru at 888-9442.
Corpus Christi Food Pantry and Assistance
The Corpus Christi Food Pantry will be providing Easter Food for families who are in need of help with their Easter Celebration. The Food Bags will be available for distribution to those in our community on April 11. If you or anyone you know is in need of this assistance, please call Mrs. Susan Dignan, Pantry Director 882-6372 by March 25, as it is necessary to sign up. We thank the many generous parishioners who have made this event possible.
**Volunteers Needed**
We are in need of volunteers. We are located at 43 Franklin St., Downtown Nashua. Opportunities are available on Monday and Wednesday mornings, 8:30 am to 12pm as well as Tuesday and Thursday afternoons 1pm to 4pm. Please call us to find out how you can contribute to our mission at the pantry. An hour or two once or twice a month would be greatly appreciated! Contact Mrs. Susan Dignan, Pantry Director to set up a time to come by or to find out more! Thank you.
St. Aloysius Parish
Youth Ministry News The Youthfest this year will be on May 3rd. If you want to join us in this extraordinary experience please contact Monica for more information. The invitation is for ALL youth of the Parish and not only the members of EDGE and Lifeteen.
If you are interested in becoming a member of our Youth Ministry programs, please contact Monica at [email protected] or Jennyfher at [email protected], or call the rectory office at 603-882-4362.
Also, if you would like to help, we need people who can provide dinner for the youth. Thanks!
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Faith Formation Program K-5: Thursdays from 5:30pm to 6:45pm in the Milette Manor
Confirmation Program: The confirmation seminars are held on the first Sunday of every month from 8:30am to 1:30pm. For more information please contact Giselle North at [email protected]
EDGE: Fridays from 6:30pm-8pm in the Church Hall
Lifeteen: Sundays from 6:30pm-8pm in the Church Hall
For more information visit our office during regular office hours (Monday-Thursday 9am to 4pm.) or contact Jennyfher Briseño at 603-882-4362 or [email protected].
Awakening to the Power of Compassion On Saturday, March 22 from 9:30am to 3pm Berakah is hosting a one day workshop on comprehensive compassion, inspired by Brian Swimme’s Power of Interrelatedness. Participants will be invited to reflect on various questions. How does compassion emerge in the human heart? Can we learn compassion as a way of life in this crucial moment in time? Can we let go of our fears to love more deeply? Presenter: Norman Comtois, O.M.I., a religious and priest has ministered as prison chaplain, pastoral counselor, and retreat and spiritual director. $40 includes the noon meal. Register as soon as possible. For more information and registration visit our web page: http://www.berakah.org/.
Confirmation Preparation for Adults Classes for Adults needing the sacrament of Confirmation will be starting soon! Classes will be held on Wednesday nights beginning March 12th until April 23rd from 6:30pm-8pm in Milette Manor. Please contact Jennyfher Briseño as soon as possible at the parish o f f i c e ( 6 0 3 - 8 8 2 - 4 3 6 2 ) o r b y e m a i l a t [email protected] with any questions or to register.
**Adult Confirmations will be April 27th at 2pm at St. Joseph Cathedral in Manchester**
Lent Disciplines of Fasting and Abstinence Ash Wednesday, March 5, 2014, and Good Friday, April 18, 2014, are days of fast and abstinence. Fridays of Lent are also days of abstinence.
Fasting is to be observed by all 18 years of age and older, who have not yet celebrated their 59th birthday. On a fast day, one full meal is allowed. Two other meals, sufficient to maintain strength, may be taken according to each one’s needs, but together they should not equal another full meal. Eating between meals is not permitted, but liquids, including milk and juices, are allowed.
Abstinence is observed by all 14 years of age and older. On days of abstinence, no meat is allowed. Note that when health or ability to work would be seriously affected, the law does not oblige. When in doubt concerning fast and abstinence, the parish priest should be consulted.
Fasting, almsgiving, and prayer are the three traditional disciplines of Lent. The faithful and catechumens should undertake these practices seriously in a spirit of penance and of preparation for baptism or of renewal of baptism at Easter.
Look! New Website on Our Lady of Beauraing
Interested in learning more about the approved apparitions of Our Lady of Beauraing in Belgium? Visit our website by logging onto www.ladyofthegoldenheart.org [1]. This is the only “official” U.S. website authorized by the Pro-Maria Committee. See our website with details on our up-coming celebration on August 22 at St. Joseph the Worker Shrine in Lowell, MA. We are available for presentations to parish organizations/prayer groups. Contact Irene Tremblay, 112 Norris Rd., Tyngsboro, MA. (978) 649-1813. We appreciate your comments on our site. Email us at [email protected].
Chrism Mass Please join the Most Reverend Peter A. Libasci, Bishop of Manchester and the priests in the diocese on April 15th at 6pm at St. Joseph’s Cathedral in Manchester for the annual blessing of the oils at the Chrism Mass. These oils will be distributed among the parishes and institutions of the Diocese of Manchester for use during the next year. At this special Mass, all priests will be given the opportunity to renew their priestly promises during the Liturgy. General seating is available to those who would like to attend. Register online at catholicnh.org/chrism. RSVP by April 8, 2014.
Bake Sale Our Youth Ministry program will be holding a Bake Sale next weekend to raise money in order to be able to attend the Youthfest. Your donation is very important to us. The Youthfest is an annual event where the youth have the opportunity to join with other youth from all around the Diocese for an amazing day full of events that help them explore and share their faith. Thank you for all your help and prayers!
Segundo Domingo de Cuaresma Sábado, 15 de marzo de 2014
Servicios Domiciliares El primer viernes de cada mes, tenemos visitas domiciliarias para los enfermos. Si usted está enfermo(a), conoce a alguien que esté enfermo(a), si alguien está en un asilo o conoce a alguien que esté en un asilo y necesite de visitas para hacer oración o recibir la comunión, favor de comunicarse con Carmen Dussault al (603)882-4362.
Una Nueva Luz Alcohólicos Anónimos en Español, todos los Sábados de 7:30 a 9:30pm en el Milette Manor ¡Bienvenidos!
Al-Anon en Español Para familiars y amigos de alcohólicos. Todos los sábados de 7:30pm - 9pm en el Milette Manor.
Cursos Bíblicos Todos los lunes a las 7pm y los martes a las 5pm en el Milette Manor. Para más información favor de comunicarse con la Hermana Sara al 882-0893.
Lecturas para la semana del
16 de marzo de 2014 Domingo: Gn 12, 1-4/2 Tim 1, 8-10/Mt 17, 1-9
Lunes: Dn 9, 4-10/Lc 6, 36-38
Martes: Is 1, 10. 16-20/Mt 23, 1-12
Miércoles: 2 Sm 7, 4-5. 12-14. 16/Rom 4, 13. 16- 18. 22/Mt 1, 16. 18-21. 24 o Lc 2, 41- 51
Jueves: Jr 17, 5-10/Lc 16, 19-31
Viernes: Gn 37, 3-4. 12-13. 17-28/Mt 21, 33- 43. 45-46
Sábado: Mi 7, 14-15. 18-20/Lc 15, 1-3. 11-32
Domingo siguiente: Ex 17, 3-7/Rom 5, 1-2. 5-8/Jn 4, 5- 42 o 4, 5-15. 19-26. 39. 40-42
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Esta misa es ofrecida por: El eterno descanso de Juan Antonio Lerma, Rosa Alejandra Perez, Hugo Muñoz Suarez, Albert Stymest, Simeón Levi Camilo Pantaleón, Martín Mazara, Oscar Marino Quintero, por todas las almas del purgatorio y pecadores del mundo entero, por todos los fieles difuntos, en acción de gracias a la Virgen de Schoenstatt y en acción de gracias a Jesús de la Misericordia.
Adoración al Santísimo Sacramento ~Adoración en la capilla Corpus Christi todos los lunes, martes y jueves de 12pm a 8pm (48 Franklin St. Nashua, NH)
~Adoración todos los miércoles en la Parroquia San Luis de Gonzaga, de 9am a 6:45pm. Todos los miércoles durante la Adoración en la parroquia tendremos la coronilla a la Divina Misericordia a las 3pm.
~ El segundo sábado de cada mes tenemos Adoración Nocturna de 10pm a 5am en la Parroquia San Luis de Gonzaga. ¡Están todos invitados!
Radio Inmaculada Te invitamos a escuchar a Radio Inmaculada en tu radio 101.9 FM o a travez de www.radioinmaculada.org. Allí encontrarás, meditaciones, el Santo Rosario, a la hermana Sara en el programa Conociendo Tu Fe todos los martes
a las 7:00 pm y mucho más. Una radio Católica en nuestra área.
Bautismos Las Charlas Pre-bautismales serán todos los 2do sábados de cada mes a la 1pm en Milette Manor. Los papas y padrinos deben asistir. Les pedimos que por favor nos entreguen los certificados de confirmación de los padrinos antes de la celebración del bautismo. Los bautizos en español son el 2do y 4to domingo del mes a las 12:30pm. Pueden contactar a Jennyfher Briseño en la oficina para más información o para inscribirse.
Bodas Favor de comunícarse a la oficina parroquial con Hilariza Villar 6 meses antes de llevarse acabo el evento, gracias.
Formación de Fe K-5: Jueves de 5:30pm a 6:45pm en el Milette Manor.
Confirmación: Contactar a Giselle North
EDGE (6-8): Viernes de 6:30pm-8pm en el sótano
Lifeteen (9-12): Domingos de 6:30pm-8pm en el sótano
Para más información acerca de cualquiera de esto programas favor de comunicarse con Jennyfher Briseño a la oficina parroquial 6 0 3 - 8 8 2 - 4 3 6 2 o p o r c o r r e o e l e c t r ó n i c o [email protected].
Manténgase al día con las Noticias del State House
La Legislatura de NH está iniciando una nueva session y más de 650 proyectos de ley están en la agenda. Las medidas incluyen la derogación de la pena de muerte, el suicidio asistido por un médico, la licencia clínica de aborto, y el apoyo a las víctimas de la trata de personas. Visite la página web de la Diócesis de Manchester para leer la edición actual de la revista Catholic Citizen News y suscríbase visitando la siguiente página: catholicnh.org / CCN.
Rosarios Si quieres recibir el santo Rosario en tu hogar communicate con la Hermana Sara al 603-882-0893 o con Guadalupe Gomez al 598-9788. “María es la mano que nos lleva a su Hijo Jesús.”
Parroquia San Luis de Gonzaga
Enfermera para la Salud
Del Centro Parroquial Los siguientes eventos son patrocinados por el Hospital St. Joseph y se llevarán a cabo en el Milette Manor
Medición de la presión arterial gratis/ Consejería de salud. Todos los miércoles y viernes de 9am-12pm.
Nuestras enfermeras parroquiales están aquí para promover el bienestar, la salud, la curación y la integridad del cuerpo, mente y espíritu. Podemos ayudarle a controlar su presión arterial, ofrecer apoyo en la toma de decisiones sobre la atención sanitaria, y la presencia social, el conocimiento y la oración.
Tienda en Línea de la Parroquia Visita nuestra tienda en línea donde se puede encontrar una amplia variedad de libros, así como artículos y recursos para ayudar con problemas tales como las relaciones, crianza de los hijos y más. Solo haz clic en el “banner”de tienda web en nuestro sitio web.
2º Domingo de Cuaresma El domingo pasado, las tentaciones; y este domingo, la gloria. Qué bien captan estos dos domingos nuestra fragilidad humana. Somos débiles y pecadores, pero al mismo tiempo tenemos la visión de la fuerza de la victoria y la gloria. Y todo gracias a Jesús y su transfiguración: momento de gloria, triunfo y afirmación del Padre hacia su Hijo amado, y para los discípulos tiempo de aprendizaje y silencio gozoso para llegar a la cruz. Debemos de darnos cuenta de que el escoger a Cristo todos los días de nuestra vida es una ganancia. Estemos atentos en esta Cuaresma a las manifestaciones constantes de la gloria de Dios y su presencia en nuestra vida.
El escuchar la palabra de Dios es clave ya que en ella encontraremos la fuerza para vivir y morir, subiendo la montaña con Jesús y bajando enseguida con él ya transfigurados para seguir en la lucha contra el mal. La montaña es el paso para darle un vistazo a la cumbre de lo divino. ¡Cara brillante como el sol, ropa blanca, voz que salía de la nube! ¿Lo podemos ver ahora? ¡Tentación y gloria! Es lo que estaremos viviendo y experimentando en esta Cuaresma. Aquí está la invitación divina: escuchar a Jesús y dejar nuestros miedos y tentaciones a un lado para poder compartir plenamente la gloria de Jesús. El punto es que reflexionemos: ¿Qué tan alta es la montaña que debemos subir para ver a Jesús? ¿Cómo podremos tocar su presencia? Ése es el reto a cumplir. ¡Tentación a vencer, gloria por descubrir! El camino apenas da comienzo. Crucemos las barreras y seamos fieles al mensaje. ¡Dios nos ama!
Movimiento Familiar Cristiano ¿Le gustaría mejorar su relación de pareja?
¿Quisiera tener major comunicación con su esposa(o) e hijos?
El Movimiento Familiar Cristiano Católico es un movimiento laico que agrupa familias católicas, apoyada y con la dirección espiritual del párroco. Si desea más información acerca del movimiento, favor de comunicarse con Ludis al 603-318-9118.
Misión Parroquial de Cuaresma Arrepiéntanse y Crean:
Un Viaje A Través de la Cuaresma De Abril 5 al 9 tendremos nuestra misión parroquial de Cuaresma llamada “Arrepiéntanse y Crean: Un Viaje A Través de la Cuaresma”. Los Hermanos Franciscanos de la Orden Primitiva estarán con nosotros para compartir como podemos encontrarnos con Cristo a través del arrepentimiento y nuestra Fe durante esta Cuaresma. Tendremos Misa diaria a la 7pm en español de lunes a miércoles. El domingo 6 de Abril tendremos un retiro familiar empezando a las 1pm con la Santa Misa y terminando a las 8pm. Los invitamos a todos a orar, compartir, y reflexionar con nosotros en este día. Los Hermanos Franciscanos estarán compartiendo reflexiones sobre el arrepentimiento y nuestra Fe. Durante la semana de misión los padres estarán disponibles para escuchar confesiones todos los días aquí en la iglesia. Esperamos que, desde donde se encuentre usted en su fe, pueda compartir con nosotros en esta misión para poder descubrir, o redescubrir, nuestra Fe Católica. Para más información favor de llamar a la oficina al 882-4362 o visitar nuestra página web www.stlouisnashua.org.
Noticias de la Pastoral Juvenil Los jóvenes de EDGE continúan aprendiendo acerca de la importancia de la oración mientras que los jóvenes de Lifeteen están adentrandose en el significado y prácticas de la Cuaresma. Por favor, sigan orando por nuestros jóvenes mientras profundizamos con ellos acerca de las enseñanzas de la Iglesia.
Si usted está interesado en convertirse en miembro de uno de nuestros programas del Ministerio de la Juventud, por favor póngase en contacto con Mónica al correo [email protected] o Jennyfher al correo [email protected], o llame a la oficina al 603-882-4362.
Si usted quiere ayudar, necesitamos personas que pueden proporcionar cena a la juventud. Por favor, póngase en contacto con Mónica ¡Gracias!
Viacrucis **El Viacrucis inició el viernes 7 de marzo. Únase a nosotros en oración y meditación del Camino de Jesús con la cruz al Calvario todos los viernes durante la Cuaresma a las 3pm en Inglés y en Español a las 6pm aquí en la Iglesia.**
**Estamos buscando personas que quieran participar del Viacrucis viviente que se lleva a cabo el viernes santo. Si usted desea ser parte del elenco que protagoniza la pasión y muerte de nuestro Señor Jesucristo, por favor comuníquese con la Hermana Sara lo antes posible. Recuerde que ésta representación es una bonita manera de evangelizar a nuestra comunidad en el amor y el servicio a Dios.**