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. Friday: 2 Cor 9:6-10; Ps 112:1-2, 5-9; Jn 12:24-26
O Divine Master, Saturday: Hb 1:12 — 2:4; Ps 9:8-13; Mt 17:14-20 grant that I may not Sunday: 1 Kgs 19:4-8; Ps 34:2-9; Eph 4:30 — 5:2; Jn 6:41-51 so much seek to be consoled, as to console; to be understood, as to understand; to be loved, as to love; for it is in giving that we receive, While this prayer has always been attributed to St. Francis, it is in pardoning that we are pardoned, the author is actually unknown. and it is in dying that we are The prayer does wonderfully born to eternal life. represent the spirit of St. Francis Saints and Special Observances and Franciscan Orders. Amen. v Mon: The Transfiguration of the Lord Tues: St. Sixtus II and Companions; St. Cajetan @Pontifex Weds: St. Dominic Thurs: St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross Holiness is not only about the Fri: St. Lawrence spirit: it is also the feet that Sat: St. Clare of Assisi take us to our brothers and sisters, and the hands that Prayer Requests allow us to help them.
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Your Financial Support (Includes direct deposit, credit card and online donations) For Those Who Are Ill or in Pain Shelly Hill, Deirdre Bigus, Ruth Mallery, Paul L. Blankenship, Regular Giving Charles Class, Sr. Claire Graham SSS, Galen Unruh (Week of July 9-15, 2018) In-Pew (Collection) $ 5,003 For Those Who Have Been Called to Eternal Life Online Giving* $ 2,664 May They Rest In Peace Total $ 7,667 Mass Intentions Designated Donations Aug. 04 Sat. 5:15pm Kevin Bailey (†) (07/01/18 - 07/15/18) Aug. 05 Sun. 7:30am Confrats Building Fund $ 898 Sun. 9:30am Pro Populo Step Ministry $ 2398 Karl John Schnetz Sun. Noon Ted Thomas (†) Thank you for your generosity! Aug 08 Wed. 12:10pm Rosario Hernandez (†) *Consider signing up for Online Giving at www.stfrancisparish.com Francisco Hernandez (†) No checks, no envelopes, helps cut Parish costs & saves you time! 4 Aug. 09 Thurs. 12:10pm Michael H. Greenberg The Artist Among US: Our new Brunsman Hall Mural start by prepping the wall and sharing his 10 foot ladders, to my Dave and his incredible math expertise which I couldn’t My dear Faith-filled Parish Friends, have done without, to J.D. Warrick and Richard Hernandez for their uplifting, daily pop-in-visits and caring for my needs, Thank you for inviting me to be the one to fulfill your visions to Jacquie Embs and Judy Miranda for initiating the invite of creating a warmer, pleasing and inviting environment in and encouraging me with their relentless, gentle persuasion our Brunsman Hall, where we gather as an extension of the to say “YES”, and to all of you for your enthusiastic support Eucharist and our fellowship with one another. Not only has these past six weeks. this been an incredibly personal and spiritual journey for me, but has blessed me with the opportunity to contribute my I pray my wall-art will not only lift your spirits and bring you gift in some small way to the amazing ministries here at St. joy but serve as a reminder to lift one another’s as we strive Francis, for which I will always be grateful. to be like Brother Francis, “instruments of His peace”. Special thanks to Bill Schrader who got me off to a great Leann Cooke
Summer Fun Welcome Brunch Sunday, August 05 10:50am-12:15pm with Sr. Dorothy McCormack, OSF
COME! EXPERIENCE GOD’S WORD as alive and able to change your life. Jesus, the Word of God, is the core of our Christian faith. If you want to know, understand, and follow in the footprints of Jesus on a deeper level, as did St. Francis, the For New & primary place to find Jesus is sacred scripture. Recently-New Parishioners!! Classes unpacking the Sunday Bible readings will be held on THURSDAYS throughout the school year. We will begin with an What makes St. Francis such a special place? introductory class on August 30. All are welcome. Come find out at our welcome brunch hosted by the St. Francis Welcome Team. Meet Fr. Des, our parish staff, volun- What: A weekly scripture class on Thursdays teers, and others who want to learn more about our Francis- Time: Pick one: morning class from 10:30 am to 12 can heritage and what it means to be a Vatican II parish. You noon, or evening class from 7:00 to 8:30 pm do not need to bring anything—just yourselves! Childcare is Where: Parish Center Chapel (ring the K Street doorbell) provided for children three years and older. Fee: None (donations gratefully accepted) The text for the class is the New American Bible. If you missed an earlier brunch and would like to join us, you’re welcome! If you’ve been here awhile and want to get For more information and REGISTRATION, please call Sr. more involved, you’re welcome, too! Just want to help wel- Dorothy McCormack, OSF at (650) 339 -1204. or email at come our new folks? You’re also invited to join us! If you can [email protected] bring a dish to share, that would be great, too! 5 Franciscans For Justice ongoing: all are welcome Children’s Liturgy of the Word During the Liturgy of the Word at our 9:30 am Mass, children K-4th “... don’t be grade are escorted from the church to the Parish Center Chapel by an adult catechist. No registration required. Parents may accompany afraid, trust their children. During June, July, Aug & Sept. - 2nd Sundays only. ” Church Tours in Jesus... Learn about the art & history of our church on the Fourth Sunday of This coming Saturday, August 11th, is the feast day of St. the month, following the Noon Mass. Clare of Assisi. Who was she? Communion Visitation Having refused to marry at 15, Clare was moved by the To request a visit for you or a loved one, please email: dynamic preaching of St. Francis. He became her lifelong [email protected]. Please include your phone friend and spiritual guide. number in your email. At 18, Clare escaped from her father’s home one night, Contemplative Prayer was met on the road by friars carrying torches, and in the Mondays 6:00 pm in the Parish Center Chapel, and Tuesdays after poor little chapel called the Portiuncula received a rough 12:10 pm Mass in St. Clare Chapel. woolen habit, exchanged her jeweled belt for a common rope with knots in it, and sacrificed her long tresses to Franciscan Crown Rosary Ministry Francis’ scissors. First Saturday of each month, 9-10am, in the Parish Center, we pray the Franciscan Crown Rosary, followed by conversation, fellowship, Sixteen days later her sister Agnes joined her. Others and brunch at a local restaurant. For more info, contact came. They lived a simple life of great poverty, austerity, [email protected] and complete seclusion from the world, according to a Rule which Francis gave them as a Second Order. At age Healing Prayer Ministry 21, Francis obliged Clare under obedience to accept the Email your prayer petitions to [email protected], or office of abbess, one she exercised until her death. call the parish office (443-8084).
The Poor Ladies went barefoot, slept on the ground, ate High School Youth Ministry (on hiatus) no meat, and observed almost complete silence. Later 1st and 3rd Thursdays from 6:00-8:00 pm in the Parish Center. Light Clare, like Francis, persuaded her sisters to moderate this dinner provided. Bring a friend! For more info email StFrancisTeens@ rigor: “Our bodies are not made of brass.” The greatest stfrancisparish.com. emphasis, of course, was on gospel poverty. They pos- sessed no property, even in common, subsisting on daily Hospitality contributions. When even the pope tried to persuade On most Sundays after the 9:30 am Mass, join us for coffee and Clare to mitigate this practice, she showed her charac- donuts in Brunsman Hall. teristic firmness: “I need to be absolved from my sins, but I do not wish to be absolved from the obligation of Library Hours following Jesus Christ.” Thursdays, 11:00-1:00 pm as well as 1st and 3rd Sundays 8:30 - 11:30 am in the Parish Center Contemporary accounts glow with admiration of Clare’s life in the convent of San Damiano in Assisi. She served the sick and washed the feet of the begging nuns. She came LGBT Ministry All are invited to find community and support in their faith journey from prayer, it was said, with her face so shining it dazzled those about her. She suffered serious illness for the last through worshipping with us and participating in parish activities. 27 years of her life. Her influence was such that popes, Contact [email protected]. cardinals, and bishops often came to consult her-Clare Little Lambs Nursery Program herself never left the walls of San Damiano. Child care for children ages 1-3 during 9:30 am Mass. Register online at www.stfrancisparish.com/children_formation.htm A well-known story concerns her prayer and trust. Clare had the Blessed Sacrament placed on the walls of the Taizé Prayer convent when it faced attack by invading Saracens. “Does Each Wednesday from 6:00-7:00 pm, in the church. it please you, O God, to deliver into the hands of these beasts the defenseless children I have nourished with your T’ai Chi Chih love? I beseech you, dear Lord, protect these whom I am Saturdays: 9:05 am in St. Clare Chapel or, weather permitting, in the park now unable to protect.” To her sisters she said, “Don’t be across from the church, and Wednesdays 6:00 pm in the church (dur- afraid. Trust in Jesus.” The Saracens fled. ing Taizé Prayer). [ source: Franciscan Media ] School Prayer Service Franciscans Mondays at 8:10 am in the church (when school is in session). For Justice Thomas Merton Circle More info: John (482-6976). from Bro. Mark, OFM Young Adults (20’s-30’s) FranciscansForJustice.org | FACEBOOK: Franciscans for Justice A community for growth, companionship, and transformation. Activities include hikes, potlucks, and small faith-sharing groups. For Santa Chiara d’Assisi by Giovanni Battista Moroni; photo by Sailko (CC BY-SA 4.0) 6 more info contact Patrice at [email protected] NEXT WEEKEND
Next week, we will take up the Collection for the Church in Latin America. For many in Latin America and Caribbean, rural terrain and a lack of ministers are obstacles to practicing their A Night of FUN!!! faith. Your support to the collection provides lay leadership Make Plans to Join us training, catechesis, priestly and religious formation, as well St. Francis Parish as other programs to help share our faith with those who Family Night long to hear the Good News of Christ. To learn more, Thursday, August 23, 2018 www.usccb.org/latin-america. River Cats vs. Fresno Grizzles Gates open: 6:00 pm / First Pitch 7:05 ppm SAVE THE DATE Special Rates for St Francis Parish – Cost per ticket is $15.00 St. Francis Family and friends Sit together Free Parking with carpooling (4 or more*) Limited number of tickets available! Go to https://bit.ly/2LvRBos to purchase your ticket(s) before August 16 to assure availability.
Contact Richard Hernandez [email protected] | 916-443-8084 xt114 for further information or if you are unable to purchase tick- ets on line. It promises to be a fun and exciting evening for our St. Francis Community!!! *If carpooling visit lasherautogroup.com/rivercats to get your certificate. Food for Thought - The Spirituality of St. Francis Parish Grief Ministry Cooking St. Francis Parish is in the process of developing a grief support Food is an integral part of many things we do in faith. This was program for our church community. To help expand our forma- especially true at the Last Supper, when Christ gave the Eucharist tion team we are asking for additional members to join us. to his disciples at a communal meal. Join us for a discussion of the Perhaps you are wondering if being a part of our grief ministry role that food plays in our Christian practice and whether it truly is is for you? Please call if you have some time to spare and: “better to give than receive.” Come join us ... • You have lost a loved one and from your experience have Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018 • 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. • Brunsman Hall found various ways to heal, grow, re-invest in life again and have a desire to “give back” by supporting others in their heal- The continental breakfast begins at 8:45 a.m. ing and growth, or There is no cost to attend, but please RSVP to [email protected] • You have a “gift” of some experience, vocation or training in a related area you can offer that would assist this ministry in becoming established and developed, or
• If you feel called to listen patiently, support gently and walk softly with another as they discover ways to heal their heart and soul in a safe, comforting and caring group setting.
If you may be interested please contact the following formation grief team members for further information: ADRIANNE SCHULTZ KENT MEYERS 916-342-1442 916-359-8432 Drop off during any Mass on these weekends [email protected] [email protected] 7
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for the next three years. I’ll also be taking music history and theory courses as part of my curriculum, as well as assisting a class of 15 undergraduate students who enrolled in a basic conducting course. I’ll be teaching them the various nuances and gestures involved in conducting any ensemble. I’m sure this will be my favorite class. Our first concert in Fall centers on a recent composition titled “Con- sidering Matthew Shepard” by composer Craig Hella Johnson. This is in response to the tragic life of Matthew Shepard, a student at the I wanted to take this opportunity to mention a couple of important University of Wyoming who died 20 years ago. His life story promptly dates leading up to the Fall semester, and expand on some specifics led to the creation of the Matthew Shepard Foundation which “em- regarding the doctoral program at the University of Connecticut. As powers individuals to embrace human dignity and diversity through you may already know, August 11 and 12 will be my final weekend outreach, advocacy and resource programs. We strive to replace hate of liturgies at St. Francis. My final day at work will be on Wednesday, with understanding, compassion and acceptance.” During the music August 15 - which will allow me to provide music at the 6:30am, learning process, I’m sure I will remind myself of the goodness and 12:10pm, and 6:30pm liturgies for the Feast of the Assumption overall mission of St. Francis of Assisi Parish. of the Blessed Virgin Mary. On the following Sunday (8/19), I will board a plane from Sacramento to Hartford, CT. After attending a Lastly, I found out that there’s a Catholic parish in Hartford called few graduate student orientations during the week and moving into St. Patrick-St. Anthony Parish that is under the pastoral care of the my new place in Storrs, CT, the Fall semester will officially begin on Franciscan Friars (OFM). I plan on attending mass frequently to re- August 27. plenish my faith and spirituality. My attendance there will also serve as a reminder of the love and appreciation I have embraced from all I have the privilege of conducting UConn’s top choir ensembles un- der the direction of Dr. Jamie Spillane, who will serve as my mentor of you here in Sacramento. - Tim Mascarinas, Director of Music 10 Giannetti & Booms #1on Mexican Food CASAZZA ORTHODONTICS CASAZZAChiropractic Sacramento’s Premier Chiropractic Healthcare Center 916.452.3584 Dr. Lance A. Casazza D.C. 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