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ST. THERESA CATHOLIC CHURCH SEPTEMBER 20, 2015 TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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

ST. THERESA CATHOLIC CHURCH SEPTEMBER 20, 2015

CONTENTS

FAITH FORMATION - CCE

Families can now register online. Just go to Pope Francis………………..…...…….………….….. 3 www.SugarLandCatholic.com

The registration link is on the top of the main page. Ministerios en Español…….…..……….…...……….. 4

Papa Francisco…....……….…...….….…………...… 5

Avisos en Español……….. .…..……….…...……….. 6

News and Announcements………...………….…... 7

School/ Religious Ed/ CCE…………....……………… 8

Mass Intentions……………………………………… 9

Weekly Schedule of Events………………………... 9

Study Program: Priest, Prophet , King …...... ……… 10

We are always looking for volunteers! RCIA Q & A…….…………………………………….. 11 Call the CCE office for more details: 281-494-1156 Daily Scripture Readings……………...…..………… 12

O NLINE GIVING More Announcements………...……………………... 13

The parish website has instructions on how to register Parish contact information………………...... 15 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 www.SugarLandCatholic.com to begin online giving, either visit the link on our web-

site or call Diane Senger 281-494-1156.

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MASS AND CONFESSION SCHEDULE

WEEKDAYS  ENTRE SEMANA CONFESSION SATURDAY  SÁBADO

Monday—Friday Saturday  Sábado 8:30 a.m. 6:45 a.m., 8:30 a.m. 3:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Anticipated Mass

Sunday  Domingo SUNDAY  DOMINGO 4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. 7:00 a.m., 8:00 a.m. (Español), Weekdays  Entre Semana 10:00 a.m., Noon, Monday-Friday: after each Mass 2:00 p.m. (Español), Tuesday & Thursday at 6:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m.

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Jesus frees us from selfishness, Following Jesus, continued the Pope, PERPETUAL ADORATION sin and self means taking up one’s own cross to accompany him on his journey, a path For over a decade, the parishion- 2015-09-13 Vatican Radio that ultimately leads to true freedom, ers of St. Theresa have been en- freedom from selfishness and sin. The gaged in a continual act of prayer The Pope recalled how they responded, Holy Father also underlined that ac- before the Blessed Sacrament. saying that some people thought he was companying the Lord means rejecting For twenty-four hours a day, every John the Baptist restored to life, others the worldly mentality that puts the day of the year, the needs of the Elijah or one of the great prophets, but "self" at the centre of existence, instead universal Church, our nation, the couldn’t quite believe he was the Messi- following what is renewed and authen- parish, our families, and our per- ah. tic. sonal needs have been lifted up to the Lord. The Holy Father noted how Jesus then Then speaking to the young people asks a very important question "But who present in St Peter’s Square, Pope Fran- The Emmaus chapel of Perpetual do you say that I am?" in order to test cis asked, “Have you felt the need to Adoration is open to everyone. their faith. become closer to Jesus?” “Reflect and The parish invites you to commit pray,” the Pope advised, and let the to one hour of prayer a week be- Jesus, said Pope Francis is impressed by Lord speak to you. fore the Blessed Sacrament. the faith of Peter who says “you are the

Christ”. Following the recitation of the Marian There are a few hours during the prayer, the Holy Father remembered a week in which we only have one But Jesus also rebukes Peter for thinking new Blessed being proclaimed in adorer. Some of these hours are the way men think and not as God South Africa. Samuel Benedict Daswa listed below. thinks when he tells the disciples "the was a family man killed in 1990 be- Son of Man must suffer many things ... cause of his fidelity to the Gospel. Day Hours and be killed, and after three days rise Sunday 12am, 1am, 2am, 8am, again". Pope Francis said that in his life Daswa 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, & always showed “great consistency, 5pm For Peter, explained the Pope, these courageously taking on Christian atti- words are scandalous. The Holy Father tudes and refusing worldly and pagan Monday 1am, 4am, 6am, 11am, also explained that in announcing that 12pm & 1pm habits. His testimony, the Pope added, he must suffer and be put to death and helps especially families to spread the Tuesday 2am, 3am, 6am, 11am, then resurrected, Jesus wants to make it truth and charity of Christ.” & 12pm clear to those who follow him that as the Messiah he is a humble servant. He also greeted temporary teach- Wednesday 1am, 2am, 7am, What Jesus is also saying, said Pope ers from Sardinia, and expressed the 12pm & 1pm hope that the problems of the labour Francis is that “anyone who wants to be For more information, or to in- his disciple must accept being a serv- market would be addressed by taking account of the family and its needs. quire about how to become an ant.” adorer, please contact Rebecca Freeman (281-844-4616).

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INSCRIPCIÓN EN LA PARROQUIA: Pase a RICA PARA NIÑOS: El RICA para ni- CORO FRATERNIDAD DE LA SANTISIMA la oficina parroquial de 8:00 a.m. a ños es para niños de siete años o ma- VIRGEN MARIA: El coro práctica los lu- 5:00 p.m. de lunes a viernes o tomar yores que no están bautizados o bau- nes a las 7:00 p.m. y cantan en la misa una forma en el vestíbulo de la iglesia tizados en otra fe. Por favor comuní- del domingo a las 8:00 a.m. o 2:00 y entregársela a un ujier. quese a la oficina de doctrina al 281- p.m. Para mas información llame a 494-1156 para mas información. Susan al 281-494-1156 ext. 261. GUARDERÍA: La guardería esta abierta durante la misa de 8:00 a.m., 10:00 ESTUDIO BÍBLICO: El Grupo se reúne los a.m. y 12:00 p.m. No es necesaria PREPARACION PARA EL MATRIMONIO EN domingos después de Misa de 8:00 reservación. ESPAÑOL: Las personas que deseen a.m. (los meses de Agosto a Mayo). contraer matrimonio aquí en la Igle- Para mas información llame a el Sr. sia de Santa Teresa, Son invitados a Larry Ponce de León, 281-250-9651 FORMACIÓN PARA asistir un seminario de preparación matrimonial. Esto es obligatorio para DEVOCIÓN AL SAGRADO CORAZÓN: El LOS SACRAMENTOS comenzar el proceso de preparación. primer viernes de mes en la capilla de Es para las parejas que no están casa- la iglesia a las de 6:00 p.m. Informa- PREPARACIÓN DE BAUTISMO INFANTIL: A dos y para las parejas que están casa- ción: Loreto Casillas 832-525-3710 o los padres se les pide que inscriban a das civilmente o que viven juntos. Maricela Ponce 832-896-8289. su hijo(a) para el bautismo. Deben Por favor pre inscríbase llamando al traer el certificado de nacimiento del 281-494-1156. El seminario se cele- FRANCISCANOS DE MARÍA, MISIONEROS niño a la oficina de la parroquia, y bra el segundo jueves de mes cada DEL AGRADECIMIENTO: Quieres amar a asistir a una clase pre-bautismal. Se trimestre. El próximo seminario será Jesús de todo Corazón? Imita a María. anima a los padrinos asistir a la cla- el Jueves 12 de noviembre del 2015 El grupo se reúne los Martes en el Sa- se. Los padrinos deben de ser mayor en el Salón FLC-A. lón B-5 de 7:00-8:00 p.m. Para mas de dieciséis (16) años de edad, católi- información llamar a Elsa Galindo al cos practicantes, confirmados y si es 713-534-7395. casado, casado por la iglesia católica. CCE: CATECISMO: Nuestro Catecismo en español se ofrece de Septiembre a IMAGEN DE LA VIRGEN PEREGRINA: Desea Las clases se ofrecen el Segundo do- Mayo, los domingos de 9:30 a 11:00 llevarse la imagen de la Virgen Peregri- mingo de cada mes después de la misa a.m. para grados de Kinder al 8 gra- na a casa una semana? Regístrese des- de las 2:00 p.m. (aproximadamente a do. Catecismo ya comenzó. Nunca pués de misa o llame a Elvira Morales la 3:15 P.M.) en el Centro de Vida es tarde para registrarse. al 281-682-0626. Familiar. A los padres se les pide de favor que no lleven a sus hijos a la Para mas información por favor llame LA LEGIÓN DE MARIA: El grupo se reúne clase. Se les dará Certificado de asis- a la oficina de Catecismo de lunes a los Lunes a las 6:30 p.m. Para informa- tencia al final de la clase pre bautismal viernes al 281-494-1156 de 8:00 ción con Estella Rodríguez al 832-396- a aquellos padres o padrinos que no a.m. a 4:30 p.m. 6071 o Jaime Abreu 832-418-2287. bautizaran en Santa Teresa. Por favor llame a la oficina para inscribirse a la MINISTERIO VOCACIONES: Desea llevar clase al 281-494-1156 ext. 228 y ha- GRUPOS DE ORACIÓN el Crucifijo y Libro de Oraciones a su ble con Michelle Rodríguez. La Próxi- casa y rezar por vocaciones sacerdota- ma Clase será el 10 de Octubre a las Y APOSTOLADO les y religiosas. Para mas información 3:15 p.m. llame a el Sr. Sam Magana al 281-499- APOSTOLADO DE LA CRUZ: El grupo se 2682 o la Sra. Maria Elena Rico 281- reúne los martes a las 7:00 p.m., en 277-5776. RICA-INICIACIÓN PARA ADULTOS: Eres el edificio de CCE. Para mayor Infor- adulto y aún no has recibido tus sacra- mación por favor llame a Myrla Va- ORACION Y VIDA: Taller de Oración y mentos? Te invitamos a asistir a las negas al 281-277-2730. Vida se reúne en el Salón: Santo To- clases de preparación para bautismo, mas cada Lunes por 15 semanas. Para comunión y confirmación. Para mas CATECISMO Y BIBLIA: Este grupo esta más información con: Andrea Cortez información por favor llame a la ofici- abierto a la comunidad, se reúne los Tel. 281-451-7848 o e-mail: an- na parroquial al 281-494-1156. domingos a las 6:30 pm. Para infor- [email protected] mación: Ramel Ascencio 281-684- 4235. Mas anuncios en español en pagina 6...

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Para seguir a Jesús hay que rechazar la mentalidad mundana, dijo el Papa

2015-09-13 Radio Vaticana

Queridos hermanos y hermanas, ¡buenos días!

El Evangelio de hoy nos presenta a Jesús que, en camino hacia Cesarea de Filippo, interroga a los discípulos: “¿Quién dice la gente que soy yo?” (Mc 8, 27). Ellos respondieron lo que decía la gente: que algunos lo consideran Juan el Bautista, redivivo, otros Elías o uno de los grandes Profetas. La gente apreciaba a Jesús, lo consideraba un “enviado de Dios”, pero no lograba aún reconocerlo como el Mesías, aquel Mesías preanunciado y esperado por todos. Y Jesús mira a los apóstoles y pregunta una vez más:

“¿Y ustedes quién dicen que yo soy?” (v. 29). He aquí la pregunta más importante, con la que Jesús se dirige directamente a aquellos que lo han seguido, para verificar su fe. Pedro, en nombre de todos, exclama con pureza: “Tú eres Cristo” (v. 29). Jesús queda sorprendido por la fe de Pedro, reconoce que ella es fruto de una gracia, de una gracia especial de Dios Padre. Y entonces revela abiertamente a los discípulos lo que le espera en Jerusalén, y dice que “el Hijo del hombre deberá sufrir mucho… ser condenado a muerte y resucitar después de tres días” (v. 31).

Al escuchar esto, el mismo Pedro, que acaba de profesar su fe en Jesús como Mesías, se siente escandalizado. Llama al Maestro y lo regaña. ¿Y cómo reacciona Jesús? A su vez reprende a Pedro por esto, con palabras muy severas: “¡Retírate, ve detrás de mí, Satanás!”. ¡Pero le dice ‘Satanás’! “Porque tus pensamientos no son los de Dios, sino los de los hom- bres” (v. 33).

Jesús se da cuenta de que en Pedro, como en los demás discípulos – ¡y también en cada uno de nosotros! – a la gracia del Padre se opone la tentación del Maligno, que quiere apartarnos de la voluntad de Dios.

Anunciando que deberá sufrir y ser condenado a muerte para resucitar después, Jesús quiere hacer comprender a quienes lo siguen que Él es un Mesías humilde y servidor. Es el Siervo obediente a la palabra y a la voluntad del Padre, hasta el sacrificio completo de su propia vida.

Por esto, dirigiéndose a toda la muchedumbre que estaba allí, declara que quien quiere ser su discípulo debe aceptar ser siervo, como Él se ha hecho siervo, y advierte: “El que quiera venir detrás de mí, que renuncie a sí mismo, que cargue con su cruz y me siga” (v. 35).

Ponerse en el seguimiento de Jesús significa tomar la propia cruz – todos la tenemos… – para acompañarlo en su camino, un camino incómodo que no, no es el del éxito, de la gloria pasajera, sino el que conduce a la verdadera libertad, la que nos libera del egoísmo y del pecado.

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ANUNCIOS

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Se trata de realizar un neto rechazo de aquella mentalidad mundana que pone el propio “yo” y los propios in- tereses en el centro de la existencia: y no, ¡eso no es lo que Jesús quiere de nosotros! En cambio Jesús nos invita a perder la propia vida por Él, por el Evangelio, para recibirla renovada, realizada, y auténtica.

Estamos seguros, gracias a Jesús, que este camino conduce, al final, a la resurrección, a la vida plena y definiti- va con Dios. Decidir seguirlo a Él, a nuestro Maestro y Señor que se ha hecho Siervo de todos, exige caminar detrás de Él y escucharlo atentamente en su Palabra – acuérdense: leer todos los días un pasaje del Evangelio – y en los Sacramentos.

Hay jóvenes aquí, en la plaza: chicos y chicas. Yo sólo les pregunto: ¿han sentido ganas de seguir a Jesús más de cerca? Piensen. Recen. Y dejen que el Señor les hable.

Que la Virgen María, que ha seguido a Jesús hasta el Calvario, nos ayude a purificar siempre nuestra fe de falsas imágenes de Dios, para adherir ple- namente a Cristo y a su Evangelio.

NUEVO PROGRAMA DE SANTA TERESITA! Grupo de Alcohólicos Anónimos se reúnen cada miércoles y viernes de 7:30 p.m. a 9:00 p.m. en el Salón B-5. Se inicia por primera ves el miércoles 23 de septiembre. La Gracia de Dios nunca se acaba. Esto únicamente con el fin de ayudar a todos aquellos que tengan problemas con el alcohol. Para mas información llame a Oscar Santaella al 832-359-4543

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

SENIOR CITIZENS LUNCHEON

Sunday, October 4, 2015

Knights of Columbus Steak Dinner All Senior Citizens of St. Theresa’s Parish are October 16, 2015 invited to the annual luncheon on Sunday, October 4 in our Community Center. at the St. Basil Hall at 6:00 p.m. $17.00 per person Food, fun and fellowship will begin at 11:30 a.m. Rib eye Steak, Baked Potatoes, Salad, Beverages and Dessert Sponsored by the Catholic Daughters of Americas, Court St. Theresa of Lisieux #2211 Pre Sale Only

“Thanks to all the parishioners who purchased chicken/sausage on Sunday August 30. We were able to sell out”

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FAITH FORMATION

C.C.E. YOUTH

During the CCE school year ST. THERESA YOUTH MINISTRY (September—May), classes are of- www.stymsugarland.com

fered at the following times:

Preschool CCE is in rooms B3 – B5 Youth Night have begun. They meet Sunday nights at 6:15 p.m. during the Sunday 10:00 a.m. Mass.

Kindergarten CCE is available on Sundays at 10:00 a.m. or Mondays Facebook (St. Theresa Youth Ministry) 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 Twitter (@stym_sugarland) the classrooms.

Sacrament Sunday is for all children in formation to receive the Sacra- Instagram (@stym_sugarland) ments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion. Any questions to Paul Stoessel, Director of Elementary CCE at [email protected] or at 281-830-3804. The first Sacrament R.C.I.A.R.C.I.A. NNEWSEWS Sunday class is on Sunday, Sept. 20 at 1:00 PM. Is God calling you to something more? Catholic 101 is for all parents of first- Come explore the Catholic Church! year CCE children who are preparing for Sacrament of Reconciliation and If you are seventeen years of age or older and: unbaptized; baptized in another First Communion. This is for parents faith expression; or a baptized Catholic who has never received your First Ho- only. Children are invited to attend ly Communion, then the RCIA is for you! CCE during this time. The next Inquiry gathering will be Wednesday, September 23, 2015 from 7:00 Middle School CCE has begun: CCE 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. will meet on Sundays or Mondays

6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Contact Lynda Knoche at 281-342-6937 or by e-mail:

[email protected]. There will be a brief meeting for Middle School CCE parents on either October 4th (Sunday) or 5th If you, your child or someone you know is between the ages of seven and six- (Monday) at 6:15 p.m. at the library teen, not baptized or baptized in another faith expression, we have an RCIA on the 2nd floor of the religious edu- process suited to your age group. Inquiry sessions every Wednesday at 6:30 cation building. p.m. Please schedule an appointment with Paul Stoessel 281-494-1156 or e- Please contact Roland Millare at mail [email protected] prior to attending your first session. [email protected] for more information. Continued on page 11...

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

MASS SCHEDULE PARISH EVENTS SUNDAY OFFERTORY Monday, September 21, 2015 Monday, September 21, 2015 St. Matthew 9:00 a.m. Learn English Ministry, Rm. B-1 September 13, 2015 $ 35,461 6:45 a.m.  Enrique Vivanco 6:30 p.m. Taller Oracion y Vida, FLC-B Online Giving $ 3,509 8:30 a.m.  Alois Goehring 7:00 p.m. Ensayo para Coro Fraternidad Total $ 38,970

Tuesday, September 22 Tuesday, September 22 CAPITAL CAMPAIGN (2006) Weekday in Ordinary Time 9:00 a.m. Learn English Ministry, Rm. B-1 As of September 13, 2015 6:45 a.m.  Sarah Vanek 6:00 p.m. Bereavement Grp. Mtg., FLC-A 8:30 a.m.  Eloy Rivera 6:30 p.m. Franciscanos de Maria, Rm 5 Pledges $ 4,457,662 7:00 p.m. Holy Trinity Prayer, Chapel Payments $ 4,095,272

Payments Due $ 362,390

Wednesday, September 23 Wednesday, September 23 Weekday in Ordinary Time 9:00 a.m. Learn English Ministry, Rm. B-1 6:45 a.m.  Charles W. Bubela 5:30 p.m. Legion of Mary Prayer Mtg. IOCESAN ERVICES UND 8:30 a.m.  Thomas Family 5:30 p.m. St. Theresa String Orchestra D S F Rehearsal, Music Room 2015 6:30 p.m. RICA para Niños, Rm 1/7 Totals as of September 13, 2015 Thursday, September 24 7:00 p.m. RCIA Inquiry, FLC Weekday in Ordinary Time 7:00 p.m. Divine Mercy Cenacle, FLC-B Goal $ 199,000 6:45 a.m.  Zoilo Zarate 7:30 p.m. AA Español, Rm B-5 Pledged $ 153,478 8:30 a.m.  Dorothea Scaglione Payments $ 136,240 Payments Due $ 62,761 Thursday, September 24 Friday, September 25 9:00 a.m. Learn English Ministry, Rm. B-1 450 Participants Weekday in Ordinary Time 9:30 a.m. Rosary Group, Rm 6 6:45 a.m.  Francesco & Carmela Riga 7:00 p.m. Encuentro Matrimonial, Rm 6 8:30 a.m.  Guillermo Meza

Visit our parish website and click on Saturday, September 26 Friday, September 25 the link to sign up for our bi-monthly Weekday in Ordinary Time 7:30 p.m. AA Español, Rm B-5 e-blast. Every two weeks, an e-mail  8:30 a.m. Thomas Nguyen will be sent directly to your computer 5:00 p.m.  Barbara Hallberg or smart phone with updated infor-

Sunday, September 27 Saturday, September 26 mation about parish schedules, Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time 9:00 a.m. Learn English Ministry, Rm. B-1 events, and more.

7:00 a.m.  Clara Iloka 10:30 a.m. Rosary Group, Rm 6 Sign up today! 8:00 a.m.  Jose Salvador Sanchez &

Rodolfo Sanchez Sunday, September 27 10:00 a.m.  Arbid Johansan & 9:30 a.m. Catecsimo en Español Sally Magary 10:00 a.m. Prek—Kinder CCE, Rm 3-5 12:00 p.m.  CDA 9:30 a.m. RCIA Catechumens, FLC 2:00 p.m.  Parish Family 9:30 a.m. RICA para Niños, Rm 1/7 5:00 p.m.  Adeline Bordonato 9:30 a.m. Estudio de Biblia, FLC-Gym 6:15 p.m. Youth Group CCE One may request Mass intentions by visiting 6:30 p.m. Catecismo y Biblia, B-1/7 the parish office during regular business hours. 6:30 p.m. Middle School CCE www.SugarLandCatholic.com Mass intentions are available two (2) months in advance only.

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R.C.I.A.R.C.I.A. QQ && AA What happens during a RCIA session? In the Pre-Catechumenate period, we answer the inquir- er’s questions about God and His church. We tell stories of faith, about Jesus Christ in scripture and our own stories of how God has worked in our lives. In the Catechumenate period, we worship with the community at mass and are dismissed after the homily to feast more on the Word of God. We have an extend- ed session where we learn about the teachings of Christ and His church. We may join a community event in the parish or experience various forms of prayer. We learn to serve others and share the Good News. In Mystagogy, we reflect on the rites and how they con- nect with our everyday lives as we live a Catholic way of life.

Have a question about RCIA? Email: [email protected]

SECULAR FRANCISCAN FRATERNITY is forming at St. Theresa’s Church in Sugar Land and their meetings will be held on the fourth Sunday of each month. One must be a practicing Catholic and at least 21 years of age. Come join us and learn more about the Secular Francis- can Order that meet in groups called Fraternities. Mary, Queen of the Universe, is the Patroness of the Francis- can Family.

For additional information about the Secular Franciscans call Connie Zocco at 281-498-5464 or email con- [email protected].

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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 information, please call the parish office from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday.

WELCOME TO OUR NEW PARISHIONERS Bienvenidos a nuestra comunidad

Mr. & Mrs. Jose Trujillo and Family Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Schmitz and Family

Mrs. Brenda Marroquin and Family

Mr. & Mrs. Bryant Cabezas WEEKLY READINGS Mr. Florencio Reyes & Ms. Ernestina Saavedra and Fam. Miss Elizabeth Heeb September 21 through September 27, 2015 Mr. Manuel Guzman & Ms. Sandra Uribe and Family Monday: Eph 4:1-7, 11-13; Mt 9:9-13 Mr. & Mrs. Melecio Bustos and Family Tuesday: Ezr 6:7-8, 12b, 14-20; Lk 8:19-21 Mr. Jason Lu & Ms. Victoria May Wednesday: Ezr 9:5-9; Lk 9:1-6

Thursday: Hg 1:1-8; Lk 9:7-9

Friday: Hg 2:1-9; Lk 9:18-22

Saturday: Zec 2:5-9, 14-15a; Lk 9:43b-45 Sunday: Nm 11:25-29; Ps 19; Jas 5:1-6; Mk 9:38- MARRIAGE PREPARATION: Those who wish to be married 43, 45, 47-48 at St. Theresa Church are asked to attend a marriage preparation seminar. The seminar is held every other Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: month on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. Wis 2:12, 17-20; Ps 54; Jas 3:16 — 4:3; Mk 9:30-37 Please pre-register by calling 281-494-1156. The next seminar will be Tuesday, October 13, 2015.

BAPTISM PREPARATION FOR INFANTS: Parents are asked to register their child for Baptism, to bring a copy of the LECTURAS SEMANAL child’s birth certificate to the parish office, and to attend

21 de septiembre al 27 de septiembre del 2015 a pre-Baptism class. Godparents are encouraged to at- Lunes: Ef 4:1-7, 11-13; Mt 9:9-13 tend class. Godparents must be at least sixteen years of Martes: Esd 6:7-8, 12b, 14-20; Lc 8:19-21 age, practicing Catholics, Confirmed, and if married, Miércoles: Esd 9:5-9; Lc 9:1-6 married through the Church. Jueves: Ag 1:1-8; Lc 9:7-9 Viernes: Ag 2:1-9; Lc 9:18-22 Classes are offered the first Friday of every other month, Sábado: Zac 2:5-9, 14-15a; Lc 9:43b-45 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center. Parents Domingo: Num 11:25-29; Sal 19 (18); Stgo 5:1-6; are kindly asked not to bring their children to the class. Mc 9:38-43, 45, 47-48 Certificates of attendance for the baptism preparation are provided at the end of the class for those who are not Vigésimo quinto Domingo de Tiempo Ordinario: baptizing at St. Theresa Church. Please call the office to Sab 2:12, 17-20; Sal 54 (53); Stgo 3:16 — 4:3; register for the class at 281-494-1156, Ext. 228. The next Mc 9:30-37 class will be on Thursday, October 8, 2015.

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BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS: Submissions to the bulle- LEARN ENGLISH MINISTRY tin are due on the Friday (10 days) before the Sunday of publication. Send bulletin notices to Rosa Michel at VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Learn Eng- [email protected] or FAX: 281-242-1393. lish Ministry teaches conversational English to adults including basic skills needed to talk on the phone, get di- E-BLAST: Visit our parish website and click on the link rections, open a bank account, apply to sign up for our bi-monthly e-blast. Every two weeks, for a job or talk to a child's teacher. Our free classes an e-mail will be sent directly to your computer or smart are open to adults of all nationalities and faiths. Classes phone with updated information about parish schedules, begin on September 14. Please contact learnenglish- events, and more. Sign up today! [email protected] if you are interested in helping

others learn to speak English. GABRIEL PROJECT: Gabriel Project is seeking monetary or material donations for our pregnant women. Please contact Pina @ 281-650-1225/ stthere- [email protected] LOVING EMBRACE INFERTILITY SUPPORT GROUP: MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER: Are you looking for a new way The group meets the 3rd Thursday, each month, 7:30- to let your spouse know you love them in the midst of 9:00 p.m., monthly meeting rotation: Couples Dinner, your jobs, carpooling the kids, and trying to keep up Ladies Dinner, and Couples Discussion. with your house, pool, and yard? Tell him or her they're still #1 in your life... share a Worldwide Marriage En- Loving Embrace is a Catholic educational support group counter Weekend with each other. Contact Brian & Tina for couples who have endured or are presently enduring Little at 281-773-4014 or online www.houstonme.org. the pain and suffering of infertility.

MEN’S PRAYER BREAKFAST: Join the men of St. Theresa The group provides support for coping with infertility at the monthly "Breakfast and Prayer before Business," and explores resources, methods, and options that are Leader: Deacon Frank Cromer. Wednesday, October morally faithful to the teachings of the Catholic Church. 14, 2015 at 6:45 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. in the Youth Family Life Center, Room A. Continental breakfast and sharing For rotation information contact Shannon Lassen at 832- the Word among friends. It’s inspirational and interest- 978-6716 [email protected]. ing. 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. Sunday, Oc- tober 4, 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 abortion, Contact your diocesan Project Rachel Ministry for confidential help. Dr. Marcella Colbert 713-741-8728.

ST. THERESA’S MOMS’ GROUP: Mothers and children welcome! We meet every Wednesday morning. Location to be determined. Contact Sarah Schimpf at 703-728- 8802 or [email protected] for more information.

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PRAYER REQUESTS

PRAYER FOR THE SICK PRAYER FOR THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED Omnipotent and eternal God, the everlasting Salvation of Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and may perpetual those who believe, hear us on behalf of Thy sick servant, light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen. N., for whom we beg the aid of Thy loving mercy, that, May their souls, and all the souls of the faithful departed, with his bodily health restored, he may give thanks to through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. Thee in Thy church. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Fr. Roy Oggero John Cromer We remember with gratitude, and pray for God’s mercy Margarita Iglesias Chris Cromer upon: Rafael Gijon Brandon Vos Dr. Albert Romano Matt Pici Betty Goehring Charlie Craig Ron Lee Grayum, Thomas Roberson, Fred Mora, Dorothy Raska Larry Duran Sarah Vanek, Olga Mutina, Vernida Broussard, Cathy See Fred Stratton Jason N. Dizon, Rebecca Batac, Amador Landrito, Carlos Trejos Jose Reymond Jaimes Donald Mattern, Maria Reyes, Fr. Robert Ritz, Elvin Kocich Larry Loper Bill Murray Marilyn Nelson Susan Link, Manuel Rangel Jr., Rosie Janssen, Virginia Siwa Carolyn M. Norwood Teresita Batista, Antonio Guerrero, Lucille Ligotino, Gloria Ortiz Elmo Ordeneaux Jo Ann Castille, David Estes, Bruce Buckles, Maria Ewah Jeannine Scates Albert Edward Ewer, Johnny Heitman, Laura Mae Maria Pimentel Mydra Pitre Davidson, Albert Toncrey, Jan Karwowski, Evelyn Martha Kocich Jill Cutway Ilse Viteri Gwen Salisbury Haller Adela Cuate Frances Scott Adalberta M. De Tristan Mary Camacho Bernice Guess Martha Gonzalez Edgar J. Schlabach Richard & Lillie Beserra JoAnn Duncan Mami Lopez Linda Patin Matthew Cortes Rufus Segura Darlene Marshall Joseph Stovall Danny Terral Robert Byrd Patricia Shannon Ann Neslony Regina Vogt Priscilla Ruiz Daniele Smith Julian Villarreal June & Wilma Narvacan Anola Lee Lucy Laurents Cynthia Cantu Richard Harnois Theresa Ebarb Deacon Don Senger John Hallberg Bolivia Schlabech Terri Giaimis Amalia Ponce DeLeon Pamela Montferrand Deacon Frank Cromer Carol Ann Barley Daniel Zamora Larry Klaus Margarita M. de Padilla Janie Segura Diane Krall Nicole Loper Mary Bates Karen Cromer Dolores Heitman Elaine Petrash Kevin Cisneros Linda Kasper Sal Salinas Sara Aguirre Alfaro Jorge Medina Martin (Marty) Stieb JoAnne Henry Myriam Chavez Ron Zucker Evelyn Bartos Juanita I Muniz John Arroyo Marissa Pozzi Peter Bohmer Balvino Renoj St. Joseph, Patron of a holy death, pray for us! Kathleen Melancon Charlie McDonald

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TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

O God, who founded all the commands of your sacred Law upon love of you and of our neighbor, grant that, by keeping your precepts, we may merit to attain eternal life.

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

“Thus says the LORD: Say to those whose hearts are frightened: Be strong, fear not!.” Isaiah 35:4

St. Theresa Catholic Church

705 St. Theresa Boulevard Sugar Land, Texas 77498