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St. Francis of Assisi Parish Sacramento Honoring our Franciscan Tradition St. Francis of Assisi Parish aUGUST 05 2018 •The Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time “I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me will never hunger, and whoever believes in me will never thirst.” John 6:35 From the Pastor’s Desk the Eucharist it is hunger. We hunger for a love that does not disappoint, for a Word that does not fade away. We hunger for After the feeding of the multitudes in last Sunday’s Gospel, the a Bread that does not fail to satisfy. In the Eucharist the love of a disciples leave in a boat and Jesus follows them. The crowd tender God is offered to us in Word and Sacrament. The second notices the departure of Jesus and discern where he has gone. Vatican Council emphasized this great truth when it declared In the dialogue that develops between Jesus and the crowds, that the Church “never ceases to partake of the Bread of Life Jesus unfolds for them, and for us, the Gift of Himself that he and to offer it to the Faithful from the One Table of the Word of gives in the Eucharist. The crowds make reference to Moses and God and the Body of Christ” (Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, ask Jesus for a recognizable sign that he was sent from God, December 1963). In our Sunday Gathering at St. Francis, we are just as Moses did by giving their ancestors Manna in the Desert. nourished by God’s Word and the Bread of Life. In our reflections Jesus corrects their misinterpretation: pointing out the Manna over these coming weeks we pray for a deeper appreciation of received by their ancestors came from God. As God fulfilled their the Wonderful Gift of that same Eucharist. ancestors needs in the Desert, so God has provided them with Food for Eternal Life. In the bread that they have received from Peace and every good in the tradition of St. Francis and St. Clare. Jesus they have received Physical as well as Spiritual nourish- ment. Jesus wants the crowd to see beyond the surface to the Fr. Des. one who provides this true nourishment. Please join us in our Parish celebrations for the Transitus of St. The promise that Jesus held out to the crowd is the one that he Clare on Friday, August 10 and for the Feast Day itself, Saturday, holds out to us today - it is the promise fulfilled in the Eucharist. August 11. If there is one thing we all share when we come to celebrate WEEKEND MASSES WEEKDAY MASSES RECONCILIATION CHURCH HOURS Saturday Vigil 5:15pm (in St. Clare Chapel) Saturday 4:00-5:00pm M-Th 9:00am-3:00pm Sunday 7:30am, 9:30am, Noon 12:10pm or by appointment Fri 9:00am-1:30pm stfrancisparish.com | facebook.com/SFAPSacramento Sending Forth with Gratitude and Good Wishes CHILDREN’S FAITH FORMATION Time with Tim following each Mass, CLASSES BEGIN ON Aug. 11th and 12th, in Brunsman Hall SEPTEMBER 23… After three years with our parish, Tim is moving to Connecticut to pursue a doctoral program in Music. Join us after Mass to: REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! • Say thank you • For children attending public schools in grades 1 through • Wish him well 8, classes are on Sundays from 11:00am to Noon • Donate towards funding of Tim’s schooling • For children of nursery, preschool, and Kindergarten age, ... and enjoy a cookie while visiting. classes are on Sunday from 9:30-10:30am To offer help with the receptions, please contact Mary Myrick at • Preparation for First Communion and Reconciliation [email protected] happens in 2nd grade • Preparation for Confirmation happens in 7th grade Donations and cards accepted following each Mass this week- end and next as well as at https://www.gofundme.com/doctor- To register and pay fees visit in-musical-arts http://stfrancisparish.com/forms/FaithFormation/ Opportunities to Participate “... you also, like living stones, are Next Up being built into a spiritual house ...” 1Peter 2:5 AUG 16 Opportunities for volunteer Coordinators & event members in Outreach Ministries Being Francisan – I have been a St. Francis parishioner since I returned to Sacramento Building with in 1988. Since then, I have been involved in a variety of ministries and church events, both as a volunteer coordinator and as an event team member. The satisfaction that I have received through giving Living Stones back to our parish is immeasurable. Summer Course In the near future, we have following events scheduled. If you are interested in either coordinating or being a member of one of the on Franciscan Life teams, please contact me: with Bro. Mark Schroeder, OFM Sponsored by the St. Francis of Assisi Parish August 5, 2018 – Welcome Brunch for New Parishioners Pathways to Justice Committee August 23, 2018 – St Francis River Cats Outing February 23, 2019 – Annual Gala Also: Team to develop activities for Seniors. #SIX: Current ministries in progress that are looking for volunteers. Thursday Pathways for Justice August 16 Young Adults “To Be Formed Breakfast and Steps Ministry Grief Ministry (in formation) into Christ Jesus” In addition to these activities noted, there are numerous ministries and ways at St. Francis where you serve our parish. Information is Bro. Mark, from our local friary, available. will be your guide. We will Inquire with a staff member and volunteer today!!!!!! start promptly at 7PM and have a guaranteed ending by 8:30PM. Thank you in advance. Brunsman Hall. All are welcome. http://stfrancisparish.com/PDF/LivingStones2018.pdf Richard Hernandez, Director of Outreach & Stewardship 2 Come To The Wedding! On Palm Sunday of the year 1212, in Clare’s name is forever linked to her spiri- the dark of Assisi’s night and the light of tual brother, Francis of Assisi. Together, and even at great distance from one an- God’s love, Clare Offreduccio left wealth other, they revived a weakened Church and privilege forever to be wedded to through radical fidelity to the Gospel. her Beloved. Her passionate devotion 800 years later they continue to inspire to Jesus Christ was radiantly visible un- millions who seek a loving and uncom- til her death on 11 August 1253. Clare’s promising union with the Crucified spiritual children live on today in the Christ. In this week leading to the Feast women who have entered the Order of Saint Clare, let us first recall the teach- she founded, and in all men and women ing she gave to Saint Agnes of Prague, a who daily follow her life-changing coun- noble¬woman who also released advan- sel: “Love Him totally who gave himself tage and title, to better embrace a Fran- totally for your love.” ciscan life of Gospel poverty and prayer: Detail depicting Saint Clare from a fresco Most noble Queen, gaze, consider, (1312–20) by Simone Martini in the Lower contemplate, desiring to imitate basilica of San Francesco, Assisi. Public domain. your Spouse. August 10: the Transitus of St. Clare h August 11: The Feast of St. Clare Clare of Assisi, founder of the Order of Poor Ladies, died on August 11, 1253. As is our parish tradition, on the evening of Friday August 10, at 7:00pm, we join with Franciscan communities all over the world to commemorate her death and entry into eternal life. The Parish Liturgy Team invites everyone to this Transitus, a reflective evening of music, Scripture, readings and prayer. Her feast day will be recog- nized at all masses next weekend. The Adult Faith Ministry Presents ... Don’t miss these four Wednesdays in August at 6:30 p.m. in Brunsman Hall, located off the church parking lot. Bring your 14th Annual dinner, or help yourself to popcorn and beverages. Be ready for stimulating post-film discussions. BEING MORTAL: L.EAVING A LEGACY WED. AUGUST 8 - THE DESCENDANTS - DRAMA R George Clooney portrays a man whose wife hovers on life support. Their marriage had been unraveling prior to her accident and their teenage daughter is struggling with alcohol and bitterness. In the meantime he stands on the brink of a major decision about inherited land that will make him the “bad guy” with either his family or the local inhabitants. Will he be able to bridge the emotional gap with his children plus find forgiveness for his unfaithful wife? All this conflict takes place in paradise: Hawaii. The film won Golden Globes for Best Picture and Best Actor for Clooney. WED. AUGUST 15 - BEING MORTAL - DOCUMENTARY PG WED. AUGUST 22 - THE DIVING BELL AND THE BUTTERFLY How can doctors help people navigate the DRAMA PG final chapters of their lives with confidence, Experience the triumphant tale of a man whose direction and purpose? This film explores the love of life and soaring vision shaped his will science of palliative care and examines the to overcome the almost impossible obstacle question, “What are your priorities if your time of a massive stroke to achieve a life without is limited?” Facing these issues can empower boundaries. Nominated for four Academy Awards and winner patients to live their lives in a purposeful and fulfilling manner. the Golden Globe for Best Picture in 2008, critics have called this This film shines an unprecedented spotlight on how patients, film, “Astonishing. A beautiful and exceptional movie.” Come families and doctors experience all stages of life for the ultimate and be inspired. goal of not simply a good death, but a good life - all the way to the very end. 3 Peace Prayer Of St. Francis Weekly Readings Lord, make me an Sunday: Ex 16:2-4, 12-15; Ps 78:3-4, 23-25, 54; Eph 4:17, 20-24; Jn 6:24-35 instrument of your peace; Monday: Dn 7:9-10, 13-14; Ps 97:1-2, 5-6, 9; 2 Pt 1:16-19; Mk 9:2-10 where there is hatred, Tuesday: Jer 30:1-2, 12-15, 18-22; Ps 102:16-21, 29, 22-23; let me sow love; where there is injury, pardon; Mt 14:22-36 or Mt 15:1-2, 10-14 where there is doubt, faith; Wednesday: Jer 31:1-7; Jer 31:10, 11-12ab, 13; Mt 15:21-28 where there is despair, hope; where there is darkness, light; Thursday: Jer 31:31-34; Ps 51:12-15, 18-19; Mt 16:13-23 and where there is sadness, joy.
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