SAINT THERESA PARISH ST. THERESA CHURCH, MT. VIEW HOLY ROSARY MISSION CHURCH, KEA’AU Pastor: Father “Paul” Dong Min Li Deacon: Jim Dougherty Parish Office Hours: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 9am - 4pm 18-1355 Volcano Highway, P.O. Box 37, Mountain View, HI 96771 Rectory/Office (808) 968-6233, Fax (808) 968-6215 Email: [email protected]/Website: stcmv.org

WEEKEND MASSES 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time, October 9, 2016

St. Theresa, Mt. View Saturday 5:30 pm The Lord has revealed to the Sunday 10:00 am

Holy Rosary, Kea’au nations his saving power. Sunday 7:30 am Pope authorizes early beatification WEEKDAY MASSES process for priest murdered by jihadists St. Theresa, Mt. View Monday 5:30 pm The bishop of , Dominique Lebrun, has decided to open Tuesday 5:30 pm the process of beatification for Father , killed in July in his

Holy Rosary, Kea’au church by jihadists. Wednesday 8:00 am Thursday 8:00 am In this way, there will not be a five-year waiting period, as provided by

ADORATION law. The Vatican had communicated this move to the French diocese, who then reported it as "exceptional.” St. Theresa, Mt. View Tuesday 6:00pm This exemption is the same one that was granted to other saints such as Holy Rosary, Kea’au John Paul II, Mother Teresa of Calcutta and Lucia of Fatima. Thursday 8:30am

RECONCILIATION From now on, Bishop Dominique Lebrun must gather factual evidence to St. Theresa, Mt. View prove that Fr. Hamel was holy. It will be easy because he was killed in an Every Saturday 5 pm - 5:30 pm ***Or by appointment*** action of hatred of the faith, so he could be declared a martyr.

Holy Rosary, Kea’au During Adoration on Thursday Communication from the Diocese of Rouen ***Or by appointment*** " has overwhelmingly expressed the martyrdom of Fr. Jacques NEW Hamel during a Mass on Sept. 14 that he celebrated with Msgr. Dominique PARISHIONERS: Lebrun, of Rouen, the priest's family, and pilgrims from the Diocese of Rouen. Newcomers are most welcome to participate in all parish Now, Msgr. Lebrun has been informed by the Roman Congregation for the activities and ministries. Causes of Saints that Pope Francis has granted an exception to the five years Our parishioners are a rich usually required before opening a process of beatification. composition of many cultures and communities, Deeply appreciative to the pope for this exceptional gesture, the Archbishop of and are happy to welcome Rouen has decided to open the process during these beginning days to the people of all backgrounds church of Saint-Etienne-du-Rouvray." and faiths to our worshiping community.

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Sanctuary Candle Offering Next Weeks Readings Week of October 9, 2016 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time

STC - Ramirez Family First Reading: Exodus 17:8-13

HRC - Isaac DeRego When Moses raised his arms to God in prayer, the battle went well. So Aaron and Hur supported his arms, lest the MASS INTENTIONS attackers defeat Israel. By sunset, Israel won the fight. Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 121:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 STC-Saturday, October 8, 2016 - 530pm Our help is from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.

The People of St. Theresa Parish Second Reading: 2 Timothy 3:14 - 4:2 STC-Sunday, October 9, 2016 - 1000am Paul urged Timothy to remain faithful to sacred Scripture because God inspired it. God’s inspired word, the source of Loretta Read

wisdom in Christ, helps people learn goodness and holiness. HRC-Sunday, October 9, 2016 - 730am Gospel: Luke 18:1-8

John Fernandez+ Jesus taught a lesson about the power of persistent prayer

by telling the story of a persistent widow who wore down a STC - Monday, October 10, 2016 - 530pm corrupt judge by continually demanding her rights. The judge issued a settlement in her favor, lest she do him in. STC - Tuesday, October 11, 2016 - 530pm

HRC - Wednesday, October 12, 2016 - 8am

HRC - Thursday, October 13, 2016 - 8am

Men of St. Theresa and Holy Rosary, **If you have Mass Intentions** Knights of Columbus Place date/time of Mass and Church on your envelope! is a wonderful opportunity for you to serve the Church!

Knights of Columbus in East Hawaii, continues to grow.

Please pray for the following, Become a part of this dynamic who are sick or in need of our prayers Catholic Men’s Organization.

Ely Acierto, Robert & Leoda Aguiar, Contact Charley Mapa at 987-8713 or 238-0852 Mary Ancheta, Rosaline Berrios, LAST SATURDAY/SUNDAY COLLECTION Rita Branco, Seasons Branco, Briski Family, Julian Chang, Tin Cheong & Keane Smith, ATTENDEES OFFERINGS Ernest Correia, Joseph & Nancy DeRego & Family, ST. THERESA 5:30 PM 53 $442.00 Catalina Gamayo, Hubert Griep, Thelma & William Kahakua, Mary Lou Magno, ST. THERESA 10:00 AM 123 $541.00 Cherine Magnani, Parker Magnuson, HOLY ROSARY 7:30 AM 100 $1,049.50 Maile Mattos, Billie McDaniel, ST. THERESA ONLINE OFFERING $150.00 Tom & Genie McGough, Ann Mejia, HOLY ROSARY ONLINE OFFERING $385.00 Juana Mendoza, Priscilla Obado, Elton Pollard, ST. THERESA VOTIVE CANDLES $41.64 Juanita & Severo Ramirez, Louie G. Sarte, HOLY ROSARY VOTIVE CANDLES $0.00 Florencio, Emma & Roy Simeon, Gabriella Taylor, ST. THERESA SANCTUARY CANDLES $0.00 Joan Trackler, Yvette Vento, HOLY ROSARY SANCTUARY CANDLES $5.00 Building Fund $0.00 These names will be taken off Maintenance Fund $0.00 at the end of October! Youth $0.00 Food Pantry $0.00 Do you know a Catholic Religious Education $240.00 Funerals (For Food Pantry) $150.00 that is Home Bound Baptisms $0.00 and would like to Miscellaneous $0.00 TOTAL FOR THE WEEK $3,004.14 receive the Eucharist? Mass Intentions $40.00 Miscellaneous (Car Blessing) $20.00 Catholic Charities Online $231.00 Call the office with their name, address and phone number, Building Fund (per 8/31/16 statement) $514,299.30 Monday, Tuesday or Thursday, Maint. Fund (per 8/31/16 statement) $45,612.99 9-4. 968-6233 Savings Fund (per 8/31/16 statement) $178,410.21 Building, Maintenance & Savings Fund Amounts only change monthly This week’s and next week’s Lectors/Extraordinary Ministers St. Extraordinary Theresa Lectors Ministers Oct. 8/9 5:30pm Ed/Beth Deacon Last Sunday at St. Theresa 10:00am Zoey/Carol N Deacon Oct. 15/16 10:00am Mass! 5:30pm Cooky/Robin Gabe 10:00am Dee/Mela Debra Holy Rosary Oct. 9 7:30am Luci/John Deacon Oct. 16 7:30am Charles/Ruth

SPECIAL THANKS FROM FATHER FOR THE PATHWAY AND GARDEN ON THE SIDE OF ST. THERESA’S (no more wet shoes)

Living Catholic in the 808: Which Relationship is First? By: Easter Almuena Adult Faith Formation and Marriage Ministry Cathedral Basilica Our Lady of Peace Prayer Before an Election To be fruitful and have order in life, it is From the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops necessary to observe moral guidelines Lord God, as the election approaches, we seek to better understand the and God’s natural order for us. In issues and concerns that confront our city/state/country, and how the marriage and family, it is essential to Gospel compels us to respond as faithful citizens in our community. We ask for eyes put one’s relationship with God first, that are free from blindness so that we might see each other as brothers and sisters, relationship with the spouse second, one and equal in dignity, especially those who are victims of abuse and violence, deceit and children next. and poverty. We ask for ears that will hear the cries of children unborn and those God-husband-children.

abandoned, Men and Women oppressed because of race or creed, religion or gender. God first. Why we have to make God first We ask for minds and hearts that are open to hearing the voice of leaders who will bring in life lies in our being God’s children us closer to your Kingdom. We pray for discernment so that we may choose created and adopted by him through Jesus leaders who hear your Word, live your love, and keep in the ways of your truth Christ. We owe it to God to know, love, and serve him. We are bound to connect as they follow in the steps of Jesus and his Apostles and guide us to your Kingdom of with him through prayer, reading his word, justice and peace. We ask this in the name of your Son Jesus Christ and through the and acting upon his word with love. power of the Holy Spirit. AMEN. Spouse second. The sacrament of Matrimony binds the man and woman to Resources - Responsible Catholic Citizenship love each other for better or worse, for Election season can be a great opportunity for catechesis about missionary discipleship richer or poorer, and in sickness or health until death do they part. The divine and the political responsibilities of Catholics. To help you in your formation efforts, and to presence of God provides grace to tackle equip you to answer questions about the Church’s role in political life, the Catholic marital challenges and to love each other bishops have made available dozens of resources at faithfulcitizenship.org, including: based on commitment and not on feelings.

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Office hours POPE FRANCIS’OFFICIAL PRAYER for St. Theresa Church and Holy Rosary Church are FOR THE YEAR OF MERCY 9-4pm, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday - 968-6233

Lord Jesus Christ, FELLOWSHIP & BREAKFAST HOLY ROSARY CHURCH, KEA’AU THE You have taught us to be merciful like the LAST SUNDAY heavenly Father, and have told us that OF EVERY MONTH whoever sees you sees Him. AFTER MASS Show us your face and we will be saved.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION MINISTRY: CCD PROGRAM COORDINATOR:Leslie DeRego (968-0766) Your loving gaze freed Zacchaeus and St. Theresa, Mt.View-Assistant Coordinator-Roquita Kaisen (895-2067) Classes - Sunday, 8:45 am - 9:30 am Matthew from being enslaved by money; Holy Rosary, Kea’au-Assistant Coordinator-Leslie DeRego (968-0766) the adulteress and Magdalene from seeking Classes - Sunday, 8:45 am - 9:30 am happiness only in created things; made CONFIRMATION PROGRAM: Peter weep after his betrayal, and assured St. Theresa, Mt. View-Catechist-Gavin Kaisen (895-2067) Classes - Tuesdays, 6:00pm - 7:00pm Paradise to the repentant thief. Holy Rosary, Kea’au-Catechist-Ruth Statler (965-6373) Classes - Sunday, 8:45 am - 9:30 am Let us hear, as if addressed to each one of RCIA AND ADULT CATECHISM: us, the words that you spoke to the St. Theresa, Mt. View-Charley Mapa (238-0852) Holy Rosary, Kea’au-Ruth Statler (965-6373) Samaritan woman: “If you knew the gift of God!” YOUTH MINISTRY:: PARISH YOUTH MINSTRY COORDINATOR: Vacant St. Theresa, Mt. View-Assistant Coordinator:Dana Caldeira (557-4143) You are the visible face of the invisible St. Theresa, Mt. View-Youth Leader:Dana Caldeira (557-4143) Father, of the God who manifests his power Holy Rosary, Kea’au-Assistant Coordinator: Vacant above all by forgiveness and mercy: let the Holy Rosary, Kea’au-Youth Leader:Vacant Church be your visible face in the world, its Lord risen and glorified. OTHER MINISTRIES: Food Pantry: Maxine Magnani (989-1865) You willed that your ministers would also Prayer Group: Rob & Cooky Tavares (968-6700) be clothed in weakness in order that they Funerals: The family is strongly encouraged to contact the may feel compassion for those in ignorance priest/office, before scheduling with the mortuary of choice. and error: let everyone who approaches Bereavement Ministry: Melanie Galloway (987-0695) them feel sought after, loved, and forgiven Music Ministry: by God. St. Theresa-Wendell Sagon (808-757-1510) Holy Rosary-Craig Carvalho (959-3348) Send your Spirit and consecrate every one Baptisms: Call the office for appointment. of us with its anointing, so that the Jubilee Marriage: Call the office 6 months before the proposed date. Hospitality: Priscilla Obado (808) 225-9173 of Mercy may be a year of grace from the Parish Pastoral Council Chair: Ruth Statler (965-6373) Lord, and your Church, with renewed Finance Council Chair: ZoeAnn Bianchi (896-6777) enthusiasm, may bring good news to the Building Committee Chair: Charley Mapa (238-0852) poor, proclaim liberty to captives and the (Pastoral, Finance and Building Meetings, will be announced.) oppressed, and restore sight to the blind.

We ask this through the intercession of Mary, Mother of Mercy, you who live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit for ever and ever.

Amen.

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