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CONTENTS

B Francis…………….…..……………………...… 3

Ministerios en Español…………….……...... ……...….. 4

D Papa Francisco…………………………….……….… 5

St. Theresa Catholic School………………..……….... 6

Adult Confirmation…………………………………... 7

Faith Formation………...…………………..………….. 8

Mass Intentions……………………………….……….. 9

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

2017 Bazaar…………….……………………….…….. 10

Proyector de los Ministerios (CCE Primaria)…. 11

Daily Scripture Readings……………………………… 12

Education Grant Opportunity…………………..…... 13

Parish contact information………………...... 15

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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. Anticipatory Sunday Mass

During Lent: Tuesday 5:30 p.m. Sunday  Domingo S  D 4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. 7:00 a.m.*, 8:00 a.m. (Español), Miércoles (Español) 10:00 a.m., Noon, 7:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. (Español),

Weekdays  Entre Semana 5:00 p.m.

Monday-Friday: after each Mass Tuesday-Thursday at 6:00 p.m. *The 7:00 a.m. Mass will move to 6:30 (Miércoles 6:00 p.m. en Español)* a.m. beginning Easter Sunday this year (April 16, 2017)

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Pope Francis tells Christians to be witnesses of life and hope Schedule for the Sacred 2017-04-02 Vatican Radio Triduum, 2017

Pope Francis on Sunday told the faithful not to remain trapped in the rubble of Holy Thursday: April 13th life, but to rise from the rubble and re- build their lives with the help of . 8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer The Pope’s words came during the (chanted, main homily as he celebrated Mass for about church) 70 thousand people gathered in the cen- 9:00 a.m. Washing of the Feet tral square of ’s northern town of and breakfast in the Carpi. Community Center His one-day visit to the Emilia Romagna region comes after a pair of deadly earth- 7:30 p.m. Mass of the quakes five years ago and where extensive restoration efforts have been cited as exem- Lord’s Supper plary. 11:00 p.m. Night Prayer: Reaching out to those who lost loved ones and livelihoods during the 2012 quake, Emmaus Chapel Pope Francis said God does not magically make bad things vanish, but He is close to those who suffer and faith has the power to transform that suffering. Good Friday: April 14th Reflecting on the Gospel reading that tells of the resurrection of Lazarus, the Pope re- Good Friday is a day of fast and called that Jesus himself wept for the death of Lazarus, but “within the mystery of suf- abstinence fering in which rationality is shattered and crushed like flies against a glass pane” he said, “Jesus does not allow himself to be imprisoned by pessimism”. 8:30 a.m. Tenebrae: Emmaus Before that sepulcher, he said, on the one hand there is sorrow, delusion, precarious- Chapel ness; on the other there is hope “that conquers death and evil”. “Jesus, he continued, 11:00 a.m. Vía Crucis Viviente did not offer a remedy to lengthen life, but proclaimed: ‘I am the resurrection and the 3:00 p.m. Divine Mercy: life; whoever believes in me, even if he dies, will live’”. Emmaus Chapel Pope Francis said that we are called to decide on what side to stand, and either close 3:15 p.m. Live Stations of the ourselves in sadness or be open to hope. Cross “There are those who remain buried in the rubble of life, and there are those, like you, 7:30 p.m. Celebration of the who with the help of God rise from the rubble to rebuild” he said. Lord’s Passion Francis invited the faithful to avoid the temptation to be imprisoned in hopelessness and self-commiseration, to not yield to the useless and inconclusive logic of fear and Holy Saturday: April 15th resignation. Fast and abstinence are recommended today “Jesus’ words to Lazarus are also meant for us: leave sadness and hopelessness behind; with Jesus hope is reborn and pain is transformed into peace. He is always there to help us rise” he said. 8:30 a.m. Tenebrae: Emmaus Chapel “Let us ask for the grace, the Pope concluded, to be witnesses of life and hope in a 8:30 p.m. Easter Vigil world that is thirsting for it.”

Before celebrating Mass the Pope visited the quake-damaged Duomo cathedral of Car- Easter Sunday: April 16th pi, where he laid a bouquet of white flowers at the foot of a statue of the Madonna in- Schedule of Masses side. After years of restoration, the cathedral reopened just last weekend.

During his daylong visit, Pope Francis is also scheduled to meet with families who lost 6:30 a.m. loved ones in the quake, lunch with clergy and meet privately with , nuns and 8:00 a.m. (Español) seminarians for an open discussion. 10:00 a.m. The Emilia Romagna model of rebuilding after the magnitude 6.1 and 5.8 quakes that 10:00 a.m. (Community Center) killed 28 people in 2012 has often been cited as exemplary. It included bringing to- 12:00 p.m. Noon gether politicians, entrepreneurs and bishops to decide common priorities. 2:00 p.m. (Español) The papal visit is seen as a sign of gratitude for the rebuilding and as a sign of hope 5:00 p.m. that rebuilding is possible for the people of central Italy, who suffered an earthquake in 2016 that killed nearly 300 people, displaced tens of thousands and wreaked extensive damage to homes, businesses, Churches and infrastructure.

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I P: Pase a C B: Católico Básico la oficina parroquial de 8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. es para padres de niño que asisten a cateque- V C de lunes a viernes o puede tomar una forma sis por primera vez y desean prepararse para en el vestíbulo de la iglesia y entregársela a la formación de Sacramentos de Reconcilia- un ujier. ción y Comunión. Esta clase es un martes al V mes a las 7:00 p.m. en el Centro Comunita- G: La guardería esta abierta du- rio de la Parroquia. Esta clase es obligatoria rante la misa de 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. y 12:00 para los padres solamente. p.m. No necesita hacer reservación. G O F A S A C: El grupo se P B I: reúne los martes a las 7:00 p.m., en el edifi- A los padres se les pide que inscriban a su cio de CCE. Para mayor Información por hijo(a) para el bautismo. Deben traer el certi- favor llame a Myrla Vanegas al 281-277- ficado de nacimiento del niño a la oficina de 2730. la parroquia, y asistir a una clase pre- bautismal. Se anima a los padrinos asistir a la G O D N: clase. Los padrinos deben de ser mayor de Se reune en la capilla de la iglesia los Jueves dieciséis (16) años, católicos practicantes, de 7:00-9:00 P.M. Para mas información Viernes 14 de Abril confirmados y si esta casado, tiene que estar llamar a Rocio Padilla 832-573-3713 y Eu- genio Gopar 832-715-1799. casado por la iglesia católica. a las 11:00 a.m.

Las clases se ofrecen el Segundo domingo de C B: Este grupo esta abier- cada mes a las 3:15 p.m. en el Centro de Vida to a la comunidad, se reúne los viernes a las Familiar. A los padres se les pide de favor 6:30 pm. Para información: Ramel Ascencio E M M: que no lleven a sus hijos a la clase. Se les 281-684-4235. Tu necesitas un fin de semana del Encuentro dará Certificado de asistencia al final de la C F S V- Matrimonial Mundial, ¡TE LO MERECES! La clase aquellos padres o padrinos que no bauti- M: El coro práctica los lunes a las experiencia del Fin de Semana del Encuentro zaran en Santa Teresa. Por favor llame a la 7:00 p.m. y cantan en la misa del domingo a Matrimonial Mundial da a los matrimonios la oficina para inscribirse a la clase al 281-494- las 8:00 a.m. o 2:00 p.m. Para mas informa- oportunidad de examinar sus vidas, revisar 1156 y hable con Michelle Rodríguez. La ción llame a Susan al 281-494-1156 ext 291 como están en su relación de pareja y afianzar próxima clase es hoy el 9 de Abril a las 3:15 p.m. E B: El Grupo se reúne los su decisión de permanecer juntos. domingos después de Misa de 8:00 a.m. (los P M meses de Agosto a Mayo). Para mas infor- Para más información favor comunicarse con: E: Las personas que deseen contraer mación llame a el Sr. Larry Ponce de León, Julia y Alfredo Saldana Ella tel: 281-750-5064 matrimonio aquí en la Iglesia de Santa Tere- 281-250-9651 El tel: 832-451-2960 Email: [email protected] sa, Son invitados a asistir una entrevista de D S C: El pri- preparación matrimonial. Esto es obligatorio mer viernes de mes en la capilla de la iglesia para comenzar el proceso de preparación. Es a las de 6:00 p.m. Información: Loreto Casi- ¿Q para las parejas que no están casados y para llas 832-525-3710 o Maricela Ponce 832- ACTS ? las parejas que están casadas civilmente o que 896-8289. viven juntos. Por favor pre inscríbase llaman- Invitamos a todos nuestros parroquia- do al 281-494-1156. El seminario se ofrece F M, M nos a vivir esta experiencia que ya ha cada otro mes, el segundo jueves del mes. El A: Quieres amar a Je- próximo seminario es el Jueves 11 de Mayo sús de todo Corazón? Imita a María. El gru- transformado la vida de muchas per- del 2017 en el Salón FLC-A po se reúne los Martes en el Salón B-5 de sonas que han participado en este reti- 7:00-8:00 p.m. Para mas información llamar ro. La oportunidad esta abierta, sólo C: Nuestro Catecismo en español a Elsa Galindo al 713-534-7395. falta que tú tomes la decisión de de- se ofrece de Septiembre a Mayo, los domin- gos de 9:30 a 11:00 a.m. para grados de Kín- I V P: Desea cirle SI al Señor. der al 8 grado. Catequesis es un proceso con- llevarse la imagen de la Virgen Peregrina a tinuo de evangelización, educación, forma- casa una semana? Regístrese después de Personas de contacto para ción y conversión que dura toda la vida. Para misa o llame a Elvira Morales al 281-682- Registraciones para Mujeres: mas información por favor llame a la oficina 0626. Betty Rodriguez (713) 206-4959 de Catequesis de lunes a viernes al 281-494- Ana Zamarripa (832) 253-7411 1156 de 8:00 a.m. a 4:30 p.m. L L M: El grupo se reúne los Lunes a las 6:30 p.m. Para información con Gabriela Ramirez (832) 455-8697 D S: Para los Estella Rodríguez al 832-396-6071 o Jaime Rocío Padilla (832) 573-3713 niños que desean la formación para los Sa- Abreu 832-418-2287. cramentos de Primera Reconciliación M V: Desea llevar el (confesión) y la Sagrada Comunión. Esta Para Hombres: Crucifijo y Libro de Oraciones a su casa y clase es en conjunto con su catequesis. Los Roberto Lara (832) 605-4613 rezar por vocaciones sacerdotales y religio- niños deben tener mínimo siete (7) años al sas. Para mas información llame a el Sr. Sam Lopez (832) 893-0078 comienzo del año escolar. Las clases son un Magana al 281-499-2682 o la Sra. Maria Mario Salas (713) 875-4026 domingo al mes a la 1:00 p.m. Elena Rico 281-277-5776.

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El Papa Francisco en el RITO DE INICIACION Ángelus: “Confiamos nues- CRISTIANA PARA tras vidas y el destino de la Iglesia y del mundo a María”

ADULTOS (RICA) 2017-04-02 Radio Vaticana

¿E D Tras la celebración de la Santa Misa en la Plaza de los Mártires y del apre- ? miante llamamiento por diversas situa- ¡V I ciones del mundo actual que están en C! el corazón del pontífice, el Papa Fran- cisco rezó la oración mariana del Án- Si tienes 17 años de edad o más y gelus dominical junto con los fieles no has sido bautizado, o has sido presentes, y bendijo las primeras pie- bautizado en otra comunidad de fe, dras de tres nuevos edificios de la Dió- cesis de Carpi: el de la Parroquia de Santa Ágata, el de la Casa de Ejercicios Espiritua- o bautizado Católico pero que nun- les de San Antonio en Novi, y de la “Ciudadela de la Caridad”. ca has recibido la Primera Comu- nión, entonces RICA es para ti! A la Madre de Dios, pidió posar su mirada misericordiosa sobre los sufrientes, en es- pecial en los enfermos, los pobres y los que están sin trabajo. También agradeció y NO HABRA CONSULTA exhortó a los obispos de la región Emilia Romaña y al pastor de Carpi, mons. Caviña a DURANTE SEMANA SANTA estar cerca de sus sacerdotes. A los fieles todos, el pontífice expresó su gratitud, y con- fió, por último, las vidas y el destino de la Iglesia y del mundo a María. La próxima reunión de Iniciación Queridos hermanos y hermanas: será el Miércoles 19 de Abril del Quiero agradecerles por haber venido a esta Misa: quiero agradecer a todos, a todos 2017 de 7:00 pm a 9:00 pm en el los que han trabajado para esta doble maratón: la del domingo pasado y esta... ¡muchas salón B6. Estos encuentros infor- gracias! Y quiero agradecer a ustedes, enfermos: ¡hay cuatro mil enfermos aquí! Gra- males están estructurados para res- cias a ustedes que con vuestros sufrimientos ayudan a la Iglesia, ayudan a llevar la ponder a tus preguntas acerca de la Cruz de Cristo. Gracias. ¡Muchas gracias a ustedes! Iglesia católica. Y al final de esta celebración, nuestro pensamiento se dirige a la Virgen Santa, a la que veneran en la iglesia catedral dedicada a ella. A María le ofrecemos nuestras alegrías, Póngase en contacto con: nuestros dolores y nuestras esperanzas. Le pedimos que pose su mirada misericordiosa Elsa Galindo al en quienes de nosotros están sufriendo, especialmente en los enfermos, en los pobres y 713-534-7395 (durante el día) en quienes están privados de un trabajo digno. Alejandro González al 832-519-3847 Recordando el ardor apostólico de dos figuras de su tierra, el Beato Odoardo Focherini y la Venerable Marianna Saltini, testigos de la caridad de Cristo, saludo con gratitud, a (después de las 4:00 pm.) ustedes, los fieles laicos. Los animo a ser protagonistas de la vida de sus comunidades, en comunión con sus sacerdotes: apunten siempre en lo que es esencial en el anuncio y Si usted, su hijo o alguien a quien en el testimonio del Evangelio. usted conoce, tiene entre 7 y 16 Agradezco a ti, querido Obispo Francesco, y a todos ustedes, Obispos de la Región de años de edad, no haya sido bautiza- Emilia Romaña, por su presencia, y sobre todo, al Pastor de esta diócesis, Mons. Fran- do o ha sido bautizado en otra co- cesco Cavina: los exhorto a estar al lado de sus sacerdotes con la escucha, la ternura y munidad de fe, tenemos el proceso la cercanía atenta. de RICA propio para cada grupo de Por último, quisiera agradecer a todos y cada uno de ustedes, queridos fieles, a los diferentes edades. Las sesiones de sacerdotes, religiosos y religiosas, a las Autoridades y particularmente a cuantos han colaborado para organizar esta visita, con un pensamiento especial para el AGESCI y Iniciación son todos los miércoles el coro, compuesto por todos los coros de la diócesis, que ha animado esta liturgia. a las 6:30 pm. Por favor haga una Confiamos nuestras vidas y el destino de la Iglesia y del mundo a María, recitando cita en la oficina al teléfono 281- juntos la oración del Ángelus. Ángelus domini... 494-1156 para Registrar su Familia De aquí el Sucesor de Pedro se traslada al Seminario episcopal para almorzar con los y los Niños antes de atender la pri- Obispos de la región y los sacerdotes ancianos residentes en la Casa del Clero, y con mera sesión. los seminaristas, y posteriormente celebrará un encuentro con los sacerdotes diocesa- nos, los consagrados y los seminaristas.

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SAINT THERESA R.C.I.A T T A (A) L CATHOLIC SCHOOL RCIA-C E

-THE GRIFFIN NEWS- Anh Le grew up in Vi- etnam. It was a hard life and Andy left home at age 14. He went to the Philippines as a refugee R R! to wait for a sponsor. He went to Canada and be- came a Canadian citizen. Andy had had no reli- gious upbringing. He came to the United States on business and met Ana, a strong Catholic woman. This is where Andy first discovered what it was to be a Christian. Ana and Andy married civilly and Andy began his journey to become a Catholic. The road was full of obstacles. It took great perseverance on both Andy’s and Ana’s part, years of prayers from Ana’s Catholic friends and help from many others. When Andy came to St. Theresa’s, we were able to celebrate Ana’s and Andy’s marriage in the Church. Ana was thrilled to be able to receive the Body and blood of On Monday, March 20th our students had a rally and a visit Christ in the Eucharist and Andy could then celebrate from Swatson, the Sugar Land Skeeters Mascot, to kick off the Rite of Election and be called to the Easter sacra- the Skeeters Reading Program at St. Theresa Catholic School. ments. He will be baptized, confirmed and make his Students who participate in the reading program will earn 2 First Holy Communion at this year’s Easter Vigil. With Andy’s experiences, he could have become hard- Skeeters tickets. A big “Thank You” to the Sugar Land ened and bitter, but instead, Andy chose the path of Skeeters for supporting our students! gentleness, love and forgiveness. Everyone he meets at St. Theresa’s becomes part of his Catholic family.

______S. P X A R Those children in the RCIA-C also undergo conver- sions that are personal and somewhat developed, in proportion to their age before they are initiated.

David connects with the suffering Christ, especially with the wounds in Christ’s hands. meets Christ in the scriptures. He loves the liturgy. While quiet at first, like so many children, David shares more of his thoughts and is kinder towards his brother.

Diego has learned to act like Christ, especially being more patient with his brother. He has a strong sense of justice.

Daniel has a hunger to learn especially about sacred scripture. He has great insights that continue to deepen as he encounters Christ in the scriptures. We call him Congratulations to STCS 8th graders Sophia Roncal a future theologian. & Cybil Long for placing 5th & 6th in drawing at the St. Pius X Academic Rally! Many thanks to Edwin has a deep and mature spirituality that he shares openly. Edwin has persevered through obsta- Mrs. Romero-Sanchez for teaching our students cles yet eludes a peace and calmness as he knows he is the skills needed to create such beautiful art work. called to be a unifier and healer for those in his family.

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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 Good Friday, Tuesdays at 4:15 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. Children are asked to go directly to the April 14, 2017 classrooms. 3:00pm 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 Sac- rament of Reconciliation and First Com- munion. This is for parents only. Children are invited to attend CCE during this time. Is God calling you to do something more? Come explore the ! M S If you are seventeen years of age or older and are: unbaptized, baptized in another Questions or comments, please contact faith community, or a baptized Catholic who has never received your First Holy Roland Millare, the director of Middle Communion, then the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is for you! School CCE, at [email protected] NO INQUIRY DURING HOLY WEEK

The next Inquiry Gathering will be Wednesday, April 19, 2017 from 7:00 p.m. to Middle School Faith Formation meets on 9:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center. You may begin the process at any time Mondays & Tuesdays (Sept.-May) at 6:30 during the year. Free babysitting is available upon request. Bring your spouse or - 8:00 p.m. in the Education Building/ friend, if you’d like. These informal gatherings are structured to answer your School questions about the Catholic Church. The RCIA team is ready to walk your journey of faith with you.

H S Contact Lynda Knoche at 281-450-1400 or by e-mail: [email protected]. Contact our Director of Youth Ministry and H.S. Faith Formation, If you, your child or someone you know is between the ages of seven and sixteen, Mastrangelo at not baptized or baptized in another faith community, we have an RCIA process [email protected] with any suited to your age group. Inquiry sessions are every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. questions or if you’d like to get involved! Please schedule an appointment with Paul Stoessel via phone (281-494-1156) or e-mail ([email protected]) prior to attending your first session.

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M S P E S O Monday, April 10, 2017 Monday, April 10 Monday of Holy Week 4:15 p.m. CCE-Elementary, School Build. April 2, 2017 $ 29,148 6:45 a.m.  Tony Medina 6:45 p.m. CCE-Elementary, School Build. Online Giving $ 8,925 8:30 a.m.  Mildred Matocha 6:45 p.m. CCE-Middle School, School Build. Total $ 38,073 7:00 p.m. Talleres de Oracion y Vida, Jovenes, B9

7:15 p.m. Ensayo Coro Fraternidad

Tuesday, April 11 Tuesday, April 11 Tuesday of Holy Week 4:00 p.m. String Orchestra Rehearsal 6:45 a.m.  Clarke Family 4:15 p.m. CCE-Elementary, School Build. D S F 2017 8:30 a.m.  Tony & Catherine Medina 6:30 p.m. Bereavement Meeting, FLC-A Totals as of April 2, 2017 6:45 p.m. CCE-Elementary, School Build. 5:30 p.m.  Ma. Socorro Martinez Goal $ 205,000 6:45 p.m. CCE-Middle School, School Build. 7:00 p.m. Holy Trinity Prayer, B1/7 Pledged $ 103,156 7:00 p.m. Marriage Prep Seminar, FLC-B Payments $ 69,349

Wednesday, April 12 Wednesday of Holy Week Wednesday, April 12 276 Participants 6:45 a.m.  Jalayne Tupa 6:45 a.m. Men's Prayer Breakfast, FLC-A

8:30 a.m.  Peter Nguyen 10:00 a.m. Talleres de Oracion y Vida, Adultos, B9

6:30 p.m. High School F.F., FLC-Lounge 7:00 p.m. RCIA, FLC-A 7:00 p.m. RICA, B6 Thursday, April 13 7:00 p.m. Divine Mercy Group, FLC-B Thursday of Holy Week 7:00 p.m. Adult Confirmation, Spanish, B6 *A N C

7:30 p.m.  Priestly Vocations 7:30 p.m. Adult Choir Rehearsal Please note that we have begun to st nd take the 1 and 2 collections se-

Thursday, April 13 quentially: Friday, April 14 9:30 a.m. Rosary Group, B6 Good Friday 4:30 p.m. Flos Cantum (Children’s choir) 1st Collection – Green Baskets 7:30 p.m.  Parish Family nd 7:00 p.m. Encuentro Matrimonial, B6 2 Collection – Black Baskets 7:00 p.m. Carismático de Renovación, Chapel 7:00 p.m. Carmelites Meeting, B1/7 Please call Diane Senger in the par- Saturday, April 15 Friday, April 14 ish office if you have any questions Holy Saturday (281-494-1156). 8:30 p.m.  Parish Family 11:00 a.m. Via Crucis 3:15 p.m. Live Stations

6:30 p.m. Catecismo y Biblia, B1/7

O NLINE GIVING Sunday, April 16 Saturday, April 15 The parish website has instructions on Easter Sunday 9:00 a.m. Learn English Ministry 6:30 a.m.  Karla & Caro Medina 9:30 a.m. Legion of Mary, CCE how to register for convenient on-line 8:00 a.m.  Vicenta Lopez 9:30 a.m. Rosary Group, B6 giving. You will have full control of your

10:00 a.m.  Amanda Archibong contribution account and scheduling. 10:00 a.m.  Parish Family Sunday, April 16 This option can be a great way to sup- 12:00 p.m.  Parish Family 9:00 a.m. Bible Class, CC port your church consistently and 2:00 p.m.  Fred Mora 9:30 a.m. RCIA Catechumens, FLC 5:00 p.m.  Irene Aletor 9:30 a.m. RICA para Niños, B1/7 bolster your commitment to charity. 3:30 p.m. Jubilate Deo Rehearsal 6:00 p.m. Rosary Group, Emmaus Chapel If you would like to begin online giving, One may request Mass intentions by visit- visit the link on our website or call ing the parish office during regular busi- Diane Senger: 281-494-1156. ness hours. Mass intentions are available two (2) months in advance only. www.SugarLandCatholic.com

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2017 Bazaar Adopt a Booth

***DONATE*** A donation toward the booth of your choice will be applied to our income goal

Booths Goal Adoption Remaining Sponsor Advertising $ 500.00 $ 500.00 Mark your Calendars! Auction - Live $ 500.00 $ 500.00 Auction - Silent $ 300.00 $ 300.00 BBQ Briskets $ 200.00 $ 200.00 The Bazaar is May 6th & 7th and we need Baked Potatoes $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00 your HELP! There are several key positions BBQ Sandwiches $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00 Need a Chair person that need to be filled in order to make St. The- Balloons $ 100.00 $ 100.00 $ 0.00 In Loving Memory of Amanda Archibong resa’s 48th year Bazaar a great success. Baseball Radar $ 100.00 $ 100.00 Basketball Shootout $ 100.00 $ 100.00 If you are interested in any of the following, Bean Bag Toss $ 100.00 $ 100.00 Beer/Wine $ 3,000.00 $ 3,000.00 please contact Annette Shinsky-Hollis at Black Jack Shot $ 200.00 $ 200.00 [email protected] or 281-904-8553 or Book Booth $ 200.00 $ 200.00 Mark Dulyunan at Mark- Cake Walk $ 200.00 $ 200.00 Children’s Arts & Crafts $ 100.00 $ 100.00 [email protected] or 832-428-7935. Construction/Tents/ Crew Hospitality $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00 Cotton Candy $ 200.00 $ 200.00 Need a Chair person BBQ Baked Potato Booth Chair Crawfish $ 1,500.00 $ 1,500.00 Volunteer Coordinator DJ/Entertainment $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00 Duck Pond/Lollipop pull $ 100.00 $ 100.00 Live Auction Dunking “Royal Flush” $ 500.00 $ 500.00 Transportation Coordinator Face Painting/Hair /Nails $ 200.00 $ 200.00 $ 0.00 Pegasus Travels Set up and Tear down Crew Filipino Booth $ 2,000.00 $ 2000.00 $ 0.00 Amelia Sison & Wilma Narvacan Several Game & Finance Room $ 500.00 $ 500.00 Ride Booth Chairs First Aid $ 100.00 $ 100.00 Fish Bowl $ 100.00 $ 100.00 Food Purchase $ 500.00 $ 500.00 Time to start cleaning French Fries 1,500.00 $ 1,500.00 Games/Rides $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00 out the closets! Garage Sale $ 2,000.00 $ 2,000.00 The garage sale Hamburgers $ 2,000.00 $ 2,000.00 mobile units are Hidden Treasures $ 100.00 $ 100.00 Hockey Booth $ 100.00 $ 100.00 here and accepting Horse Shoe Toss $ 100.00 $ 100.00 household donations. Ice Cream/Lemonade The mobile units are /Iced Tea $ 500.00 $ 500.00 $ 0.00 Creative Minds, Inc. Italian Sausage $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00 located in front of the Jewelry & Things $ 500.00 $ 500.00 Emmaus Chapel. Kountry Kitchen $ 200.00 $ 200.00 $ 0.00 CDA Knock Down Bottles $ 100.00 $ 100.00 Margaritas $ 800.00 $ 800.00 Theresa Catholic Church Mexican $ 500.00 $ 500.00 Nigerian $ 500.00 $ 500.00 2017 International Bazaar Plants $ 500.00 $ 250.00 $ 250.00 In Memory of Dorothy & Roy Raska Popcorn/Hot Dogs $ 600.00 $ 600.00 Pot-O-Gold $ 200.00 $ 200.00 Raffle Booth $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00 Raffle Prizes $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00 Ring A Coke School $ 100.00 $ 100.00 Rock Wall $ 500.00 $ 500.00 Need a Chair person Skeet Ball $ 100.00 $ 100.00 Sno-balls $ 500.00 $ 500.00 Soft Drinks $ 1,800.00 $ 1,800.00 Space Balls $ 500.00 $ 500.00 Need a Chair person Stuffed Animals $ 200.00 $ 200.00 $10.00 per book Tic - Tac - Toe $ 100.00 $ 100.00 Token Sales $ 500.00 $ 500.00 ਓਅ਌਌/ਂਕਙ $100.00 ਗਏ਒ਔਈ Train Ride $ 200.00 $ 200.00 ਏਆ ਂਏਏ਋ਓ & ਇਅਔ T-Shirts $ 3,000.00 $ 3,000.00 Turkey Legs/Sausage 1 FREE B T- OR on a Stick $ 2,000.00 $ 2,000.00 Need a Chair person 1 FREE Wheel Barrel Raffle (Knight of Columbus) $ - $ - Totals $ 75,000.00 $ 3,250.00 $ 71,750.00

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Nuestras clases de Educación Continua Cristiana (CCE) ofrecen catequesis siste- mática para los niños desde pre-k hasta el 5to grado.

Estas clases cubren la doctrina básica, la oración, la moralidad Cristiana, la liturgia y los Sacramentos a un nivel apropiado para su edad.

El proceso de preparación para la Pri- mera Reconciliación y la Primera Comunión es un proceso que normal- mente comienza en el segundo grado. Los estudiantes deben estar registrados en las clases de CCE o en la Escuela Católica en su primer y segundo año de escuela. Si este es su primer año, los padres deben Ellos deben ser los responsables de enseñar a sus hijos las oraciones atender Católico 101 si quieren que su tradicionales básicas requeridas y las creencias básicas de la Fe Católica. hijo haga la primera comunión en el Pri- 4. Los Padres están obligados a asistir a 6 sesiones en un año de preparativos. mer año. 5. Los Padres y todos los niños que van a hacer su Primera Comunión atenderán la Santa Misa para la Primera comunión con su vestido o traje para la Primera Los Padres y los niños están obligados a Comunión. asistir a 3 sesiones en el otoño y 3 sesio- nes en la primavera en preparación para recibir los Sacramentos. Se anima y se Si usted, su hijo o alguien que usted conoce esta entre la espera que los padres guíen a sus hijos a edad de siete y dieciséis años, no está bautizado o esta través del proceso antes de recibir el Sa- bautizado en otra comunidad de fe, tenemos un proceso cramento. de RICA adecuado a su grupo de edad. Las sesiones de información son todos los miércoles a las 6:30 p.m. 1. El niño debe asistir a las clases de Por favor haga una cita con Paul Stoessel por teléfono CCE regularmente. (281-830-3804) o por e-mail ([email protected]) 2. Una fotocopia del Certificado del antes de asistir a su primera sesión. Bautismo. 3. Se les anima a los Padres a llevar a su Ver este espacio para más atención al ministerio. Si desea obtener más información o participar en hijo/hijos a la celebración de la Santa cualquiera de nuestros ministerios, comuníquese con nosotros a través del sitio web (sugarlandcatholic.com) o por teléfono. No dude en contactar directamente con el coordinador del Misa cada fin de semana. ministerio. ¡Nos encantaría saber de usted!

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P R: We kindly request that all fami- W R lies of our parish be registered before registering for CCE or sacramental preparation classes. Registration and change April 10, 2017 through April 16, 2017 forms are available in the vestibule of the church and in the Monday: Is 42:1-7; Jn 12:1-11 parish office. To update your parish information, please call Tuesday: Is 49:1-6; Jn 13:21-33, 36-38 the parish office from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday. Wednesday: IS 50:4-9a; Mt 26:14-25 Thursday: Ex 12:1-8, 11-14; Ps 116; 1 Cor 11:23-26; Jn B P I: Parents are asked 13:1-15 to register their child for Baptism, to bring a copy of the child’s birth certificate to the parish office, and to attend a Friday: Is 52:13 -- 53:12; Ps 31; Heb 4:14-16; 5:7-9; pre-Baptism class. Godparents are encouraged to attend Jn 18:1 -- 19:42 class. Godparents must be at least sixteen years of age, prac- Saturday: a) Gn 1:1 -- 2:2[1:1, 26-31a]; Ps 104; b) Gn ticing Catholics, Confirmed, and, if married, married through the 22:1-18 [1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18]; c) Ex 14:15 - Church. - 15:1; Ex 15:1-6, 17-18; d) Is 54:5-14; e) Is 55:1-11; Is 12:2-6; f) Bar 3:9-15, 32 -- 4:4; g) Classes are offered the first Friday of every other month, Ez 36:16-17a, 18-28; Is 12:2-3, 4bcd, 5-6; h) 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center. Parents are Rom 6:3-11; i) Mt 28:1-10 kindly asked not to bring their children to the class. Certifi- Sunday: Acts 10:34a, 37-43; Ps 118; Col 3:1-4 or 1 cates of attendance for the baptism preparation are provided Cor 5:6b-8; Jn 20:1-9 or Mt 28:1-10 or Lk at the end of the class for those who are not baptizing at St. 24:13-35 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, June 2, 2017. Palm Sunday: Mt 21:1-11; Is 50:4-7; Ps 22; Phil 2:6-11; Mt 26:14 --27:66 [27:11-54] 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 L S other month at 7:00 pm. It provides an opportunity for 10 de Abril del 2017 al 16 de Abril del 2017 couples to learn about the Catholic Church's theology Lunes: Is 42:1-7, Jn 12:1-11 of matrimony and begin the process to properly receive Martes: Is 49:1-6; Jn 13:21-33, 36-38 this great sacrament of the Church. Couples will learn details of how to plan and prepare for their wedding Miércoles: Is 50:4-9a; Mt 26:14-25 day and matrimony thereafter. Please pre-register by Jueves: Ex 12:1-8, 11-14; Sal 116 (115); 1 Cor 11:23 calling 281-494-1156. The next seminar will be Tues- -26; Jn 13:1-15 day, April 11, 2017. For more information please con- Viernes: Is 52:13 -- 53:12; Sal 31 (30); Heb 4:14-16; tact Deacon James Anderson at 281-224-9986. 5:7-9; Jn 18:1 -- 19:42 Sábado: a) Gn 1:1 -- 2:2 [1:1, 26-31a]; Sal 104 (103); b) Gn 22:1-18 [1-2, 9a, 10-13, 15-18]; c) Ex 14:15 -- 15:1; Ex 15:1-6, 17-18; d) Is 54:5- 14; e) Is 55:1-11; Is 12:2-6; f) Bar 3:9-15, 32 -- 4:4; g) Ez 36:16-17a, 18-28; Is 12:2-3, 4bcd, 5-6; h) Rom 6:3-11; i) Mt 28:1-10 Domingo: Hch 10:34a, 37-43; Sal 118 (117); Col 3:1-4 o 1 Cor 5:6b-8; Jn 20: 1-9 o Mt 28:1-10 o Lc 24:13-35

Domingo de Ramos: Mt 21:1-11; Is 50:4-7; Sal 22 (21); Fil 2:6-11; Mt 26:14 -- 27:66 [27:11-54]

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St. Basil Council 4204 is offering three individual col- lege EDUCATION GRANTS in the amount of $1,500.00 each to 2017 graduating high school seniors. The com- mittee of Knights will review each essay and select the winners. The following rules will apply to the awarding of the grants:

The essay may be HANDWRITTEN or TYPED

The essay must be received by May 10, 2017 by: Grand Knight Lloyd J. Waguespack, Jr., 702 Burney Road, Sugar Land, TX 77498-2610.

The applicant’s name should appear only on the cover sheet and there shall be no reference to your name or the names of any members of your family in your essay, or you will be disqualified. Are you looking for a way to deepen your spiritual life and grow in your understanding of what is The essay should be written in 3 SECTIONS or PARA- GRAPHS. true and essential in being a Christian Woman… Are you a woman who seeks to be more alive, Section I: Personal history, including length of resi- dence in the Sugar Land area, high school activities, jobs, aware and caring? If so, we invite you to hobbies, and community involvement. experience Section II: Goals in life in relation to college major/ minor, desired vocation after college graduation, and the THERESIANS name of the institution you plan to attend.

Section III: Respond to the following "What is the purpose of Christian Marriage? Is it a contract or a Theresians International is a 56 year old covenant?” organization that provides spiritual enrichment

References & Resources: Holy Scriptures: Genesis 1:1- for women. We are a global community of 31; Matthew 19:1-12; 1 Corinthians 7:1-24; Ephesians Christian women who meet in small faith 5:21-33; Ephesians 6:1-4. communities to pray, to be enlightened and Catechism of the Catholic Church: nos.1601 – 1658 challenged, and to support and strengthen each Encyclical Letter of His Holiness Pope Leo XIII: Arca- num (On Christian Marriage) other in reaching out with Gospel values.

Encyclical Letter of His Holiness Pope Pius XI: Casti Friendships are deepened, values are shared, Connubii (On Christian Marriage) spiritual journeys are supported, and fresh insights Encyclical Letter of His Holiness Pope Paul VI: Hu- on God’s presence in our lives are gained. manae Vitae (On the Regulation of Births) YOU are cordially invited to come and see! The Second Vatican Council: Gaudium et Spes (Pastoral Constitution on the Church in the Modern World), Para- graphs 47-52 Sunday, April 23, 2017

The contest is open to the children or 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. grandchildren of all KC’s who are members in good standing at Council St. Theresa Catholic Church 4204, all Columbian Squires of Circle Family Life Center 3058, Jr Catholic Daughters of Court 2211, and all registered members of St. 705 St. Theresa Blvd Theresa Catholic Church of Sugar Land. Sugar Land, TX 77498

The winners of these education grants and their families will be guests of the Knights of Columbus at their annual Please RSVP to: Donna Wheeler, 713-907-7520 awards banquet on June 25, 2017. Should there be any questions, please call Grand Knight Lloyd J. OR [email protected] Waguespack, Jr. at 713-899-2645.

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P S P F D Omnipotent and eternal God, the everlasting Salvation Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and may perpetu- of those who believe, hear us on behalf of Thy sick al light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. servant, N., for whom we beg the aid of Thy loving Amen. May their souls, and all the souls of the faithful mercy, that, with his bodily health restored, he may departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. give thanks to Thee in Thy church. Through Christ our Amen. Lord. Amen. We remember with gratitude, and pray for God’s mercy upon: Fr. Roy Oggero JoAnn Duncan Karen Cromer Deacon Frank Cromer, Deacon Don Senger, Mary Camacho Kathleen Melancon, Garland Melancon, Will Martha Gonzalez DeVaney, Pascual Rueda, Martin Leos, Phat June & Wilma Narvacan Joseph Nguyen, Mary Ann Hines, Anita Mo- Amalia Ponce DeLeon rales, Fonny Van Tilborg, Evaristo Tovar, Ri- Brittany Dodson chard Harnois, Symbol Ordeneaux, Martha Sandra Aguilar Kocich, Tony Medina, Anabel Gomez, Mar- Matthew Cortes garita Padilla, Curtis Durio, Myriam Chavez, Enrique Barajas Jane Rivera, Theresa Mikolajczak, Paula Jeannine Pencak Johnson Teresinha B. Bitdinger Rita Nauck Hertha Meyer Alice Hicks Patricia Shannon Bolivia Schlabach Bob Roberts Rita Beckey Nigel Smith James Hopkins Ann Hamilton Joyce Franklin Gwen Salisbury Gerry Doyle Joe Puga Ann Davidson Alfredo Hernandez Lara Mildred Netardus Larry Klaus Deacon Glenn Haller Anita Swaboda

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. -Indulgence. 500 days

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Through the Passion of your Only Begotten Son, O Lord, may our reconciliation with you be near at hand, so that, though we do not merit it by our own deeds, yet by this sacrifice made once for all, we may feel already the effects of your mercy.

Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

“Who is this?... This is Jesus the prophet, from Nazareth in Galilee” (Matthew 21:11).

Saint Theresa Catholic Church 705 Saint Theresa Boulevard Sugar Land, Texas 77498

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 - Lile Flower Chapel 6 - Youth Lounge 14 - Rooms (B1 - B11) 7 - St. Catherine Room (Rm A) 15 - St. Vincent de Paul 8 - St. Room (Rm B) 16 - Knights of Columbus

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