CO-CATHEDRAL of the SACRED HEART Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
November 20, 2016
1111 St. Joseph Parkway at San Jacinto / Fannin St.
Church Hours — M - F: 6:30 am - 6 pm; Saturday: 9 am - 8:30 pm; Sunday: 6:30 am - 9 pm Weekend Mass Sacrament of Penance (Confessions)
English: Saturday Vigil 5 pm Monday - Friday: 30 minutes prior to Mass Sunday 7 am, 9 am, 11 am, 5:30 pm First Thursday of the month: 4:30 - 5:15 pm Vietnamese: Saturday Vigil 7 pm (Weekdays: Confessional near the Sacred Heart transept)
Sunday 1 pm Saturday: 3:30 - 4:30 pm Spanish: Sunday 7:30 pm Sunday: 8:15 - 8:45 am (between 7 & 9 am Masses) Weekday Mass 10:15 - 10:45 am (between 9 & 11 am Masses) 7 am, 12:10 pm Monday - Friday 4:30 - 5:00 pm
7:30 pm, First Fridays: Vietnamese Mass, Vietnamese and Spanish 30 minutes prior to Mass followed by Exposition and Benediction (Weekends: Confessional near entrance way on the right) CATHEDRAL CENTRE Parish office is located at the Cathedral Centre. 1701 San Jacinto at Jefferson St. Houston, TX 77002-8215 (Parking behind the Centre) Phone: 713-659-1561 Fax: 713-651-1365 Office hours: Monday - Friday 8 am to 5 pm (Closed: 12 noon - 1 pm) CO-CATHEDRAL of the SACRED HEART Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
His Eminence Daniel Cardinal DiNardo, D.D., S.T.L. Archbishop of Galveston-Houston
The Most Reverend George A. Sheltz, D.D., Auxiliary Bishop The Most Reverend Joseph A. Fiorenza, D.D., Archbishop Emeritus The Most Reverend Vincent M. Rizzotto, D.D., J.C.L., Retired Auxiliary Bishop
Co-Cathedral Clergy The Very Reverend Lawrence W. Jozwiak, J.C.L., Pastor / Rector The Reverend Anthony Columba Ekanem, MSP; The Reverend Alfonso Dat-Nhan Tran, Parochial Vicars Deacons: Johnny Salinas, Leonard Lockett, John Carrara, Daniel Addis and Truong Son Nguyen
Co-Cathedral Staff Selma DeMarco - Director of Evangelization and Faith Formation
Carmen Benitez - Faith Formation Associate; Stephanie Rocha - Youth Director
Crista Miller - Director of Music / Co-Cathedral Organist; Natasha Manley - Music Associate / Wedding Music
Michael Emmerich - Co-Cathedral Associate Organist; Jeong-Suk Bae - Co-Cathedral Assistant Organist Bree Delphin - Secretary for Weddings; Elizabeth Perez - Bulletin Editor and Secretary for Sacramental Records
Deacon John Carrara - Business Manager; Gwenne Buck - Facilities and Project Coordinator Shannon Wesley - Parish Accounting; Chris Felix - Building Engineer
Katherine Buck - Baptismal Secretary / Receptionist; Esmeralda Cervantes - Receptionist
Ruben Valenzuela, Trong Pham - Maintenance; Guillermo Herrera, Ray Garcia - Sextons
Phone: 713-659-1561 Visit our web site for vital info: www.sacredhearthouston.org
New Parishioners: Marriage: Register with the parish office: ext. 111. Contact ext. 131 at least 9 months prior to wedding date.
Church Certificates: Vocations for Priesthood and Religious Life: For all sacramental certificates: ext. 137. Contact the Office of Vocations: 713-652-8239 or www.houstonvocations.com Baptism: Holy Communion to the Sick/Homebound: ext. 136. —For infants & children under age 7—713-337-3570. —For 7 years & older (Rite of Christian Initiation Anointing of the Sick: adapted for Children): ext. 142. Any Catholic who is to have surgery due to a serious
Children’s Catechesis & Evangelization (CCE): illness; any Catholic whose health is seriously im- For pre-K through high school: ext. 142. paired by sickness or old age should be anointed ASAP, preferably before going to the hospital. First Penance & First Holy Communion: Contact the parish priest to be anointed: ext. 136. For 2nd through 12th grade: ext. 142.
Funerals: ext. 143. Confirmation: —For high school youth: ext. 142. Novena to Our Mother of Perpetual Help: Wednesday before 7 am & 12:10 pm Mass —For adults: ext. 141. Novena to the Sacred Heart of Jesus: High School Youth Ministry: ext. 142. Friday during 7 am & 12:10 pm Mass
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA): Eucharistic Exposition and Benediction: For adults inquiring about becoming Catholic and —First Thursday of the Month (English) baptized Catholics who lack Confirmation and Holy Conclusion of 12:10 pm Mass until 6 pm Communion: ext. 141. —First Friday of the Month (Vietnamese) Evangelization & Adult Faith Formation: ext. 141. 7:30 pm Mass followed by Exposition / Benediction
Music Ministry: ext. 152. Parish Outreach: [email protected]
Young Adults: [email protected] Tours of the Church: ext. 143
Pastor’s Message p. 3
November 20, 2016 2nd Collection Today: Campaign for Human Development
Dear Friends in Christ: Support Group for Abused, Maria Goretti Network, p. 11 Quí Ông Bà và Anh Chị Em thân mến trong Chúa Kitô: Thanksgiving Day Mass, Nov. 24 at 9:30 am, p. 11 Estimados Amigos y Amigas en Cristo: At the Saturday 5 pm Vigil Mass, Bishop George Sheltz person then commented “going to confession had been a will close officially the Holy Doors, the Doors of Mercy, much more peaceful experience than she expected, and that here at the Co-Cathedral. There were 6 designated parish she also appreciated everything that (the priest) said to her.” churches in the Archdiocese plus St. Mary Cathedral Basili- I am so grateful that this lady took the time to write me such ca in Galveston and the Co-Cathedral. We are the last a letter. One never knows how we affect each other. God church in our archdiocese to close the Doors of Mercy . works in wonderful and mysterious ways! It was a year ago on Dec. 8 that Pope Francis opened an Have you noticed that Fr. Tony is not around? He decid- Extraordinary Jubilee Year, a Holy Year of Mercy that ed that he wanted to learn to speak Spanish. So he is at a lan- would last in Rome through Nov. 20, 2016 (Christ the King). guage school in Mexico for 4 weeks and will return Dec. 9. “Pope Francis invited us to think about mercy anew as the So please be patient, especially with confessions, since we ‘act by which God comes to meet us’ but also mercy as the will have one less priest available. We have a high number ‘fundamental law that dwells in the heart of every person of confessions here. Many of our confessions are people who looks sincerely into the eyes of his brothers and sisters from other parishes who appreciate that we have confessions on the path of life’. He invited us to live by this mercy in our everyday of the week, a unique reality here at the Co- parishes and lives, to forgive others as well as to seek recon- Cathedral. Cathedrals tend to have reputations for the availa- ciliation. He challenged us to understand mercy and justice bility of confessions. Unfortunately, so many parishes have as ‘two dimensions of the same reality’ on the way of con- only one priest, or maybe two at some of the larger parishes. version of the sinner towards love.” With the number of Masses on weekends, these parishes can- It was amazing how many people experienced this great not offer confession times on Sundays as we do here. Please event. It was amazing how many people went to confession pray that we can continue to offer such an availability of here at the Co-Cathedral and all the other sites. People do confession times. want to be reconciled with God and one another and want to Yes, Christmas is only about a month away. So please extend such mercy to one another. begin to think about contributing to our Christmas Flower There are countless stories of how we affect each other. I fund so as to offset the expenses of decorating the church. received recently a typed, one page letter from a lady in our Since our church is so large, it takes many flowers to make it archdiocese thanking me for maintaining a “steady supply of look beautiful. Please be generous. prayer/information sheets about the Holy Door at the Co- Today’s 2nd collection goes to the Catholic Campaign for Cathedral.” (And we went through so many of those infor- Human Development (CCHD) sponsored the U.S. Confer- mational sheets in a year, plus the material was on our parish ence of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). As hopefully you website!) This lady passed on these sheets to many of her know, I like to inform you on what and how much the Catho- family and friends. Then she shared four different stories: lic Church does to help others. What is the purpose of her friend in New York, her sister in Vermont, and two peo- CCHD? In the gospel of Luke, Jesus told his disciples, “Go ple here in Houston. They were so impacted by these infor- out quickly into the streets and alleys of the town and bring mational pages that they were moved to experience the Holy in here the poor and the crippled, the blind and the lame (Lk. Doors and confession. One of her friends noted that she had 14: 12-24).” This is the mission of CCHD. See p. 12 for a experienced confession only 3 times in 42 years! This same more detailed explanation of the services of CCHD.
Praised be the Sacred Heart of Jesus! Forever, amen! Hãy chúc tụng Thánh Tâm Chúa Giêsu đến muôn đời, amen! ¡Alabado sea el Sagrado Corazón de Jesús! ¡Por siempre, amen!
Fr. Lawrence W. Jozwiak Pastor / Rector
p. 4 Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe WELCOME to the Co-Cathedral! MUSIC for MASS We are a community of faith where all people are welcome! Gathering Hymn: Visitors, please come back as often as possible. If you do not 5pm: #742 There's A Wideness in God's Mercy have a parish home, consider joining our parish, sharing your #626 Crown Him with Many Crowns time and talent with us. All monetary donations will support the ministries and services that we provide. Please be generous Offertory: in your giving. Thank you. For any questions, ask the Greeters Hymn: #632 All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name in the narthex. Motet (9&11am): Jubilate Deo - Benjamin Britten (1913-1976) Participate as fully as you are able to do so, using these pages. Silence all cell phones please! Communion Music: Chant: Sedebit Dominus Rex (Mode VI): "The Lord will sit 7 am - ANTIPHONS on his royal throne for ever; the Lord will bless his people in peace." Entrance: How worthy is the Lamb who was slain, to re- Motet: O Sacrum Convivium - Thomas Tallis (c. 1505-1585) ceive power and divinity, and wisdom and strength and Hymn: #627 Rejoice the Lord is King honor. To him belong glory and power for ever and ever. Jubilee Year Conclusion Canticle (5 pm): Communion: The Lord sits as King for ever. The Lord will #17 My heart sings out with joyful praise (Magnificat) bless his people with peace. Recessional Hymn: #629 To Jesus Christ, Our Sovereign King
Order of Mass
Gathering Hymn I believe in one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church. E Introductory Rites Penitential Rite I confess one baptism for the forgiveness of sins and I look Lord have mercy; Christ have mercy; Lord have mercy. forward to the resurrection of the dead and the life of the Gloria world to come. Amen. Liturgy of the Word Offertory Music
First Reading Readings: #1172 Prayer of the Faithful
Responsorial Psalm Ps. 122 Liturgy of the Eucharist
R. Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord. Preparation of the Altar and Presentation of the Gifts Second Reading P. Pray, brothers and sisters, that my sacrifice and yours may be
acceptable to God, the almighty Father. Gospel C. May the Lord accept the sacrifice at your hands for the Homily praise and glory of his name, for our good and the Nicene Creed good of all his holy Church. I believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and Eucharistic Prayer earth, of all things visible and invisible. P: The Lord be with you. C: And with your spirit. P: Lift up your hearts. C: We lift them up to the Lord. I believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son of P: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. C: It is right and just. God, born of the Father before all ages, God from God, Light Sanctus / Holy, Holy, Holy from Light, true God from true God, begotten not made, con- substantial with the Father; through Him all things were made. Mysterium Fidei / The Mystery of Faith (A) For us men and for our salvation he came down from Heaven, Amen
(We all are to make a bow of the body during the next 2 lines.) The Communion Rite and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary, Agnus Dei / The Lamb of God and became man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered P: Behold the Lamb of God, behold him who takes away the sins death and was buried, and rose again on the third day in ac- of the world. Blessed are those called to the supper of the Lamb. cordance with the Scriptures. He ascended into heaven and is C: Lord, I am not worthy that you should enter under my seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in roof, but only say the word and my soul shall be healed. glory to judge the living and the dead, and His kingdom will Reception of Holy Communion: have no end. For those who are practicing actively the Catholic Faith. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, Please bow before receiving the Body and/or Blood of Christ. who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Communion Music Father and the Son is adored and glorified, who has spoken The Concluding Rites through the Prophets. Recessional Hymn
SUNG MASS SETTING p. 5 SIGNIFICANCE of BOWING
A bow signifies reverence and honor shown to the names or event being mentioned. We are to do the following:
1) A bow of the head is made when the three Divine Persons (the Trinity) are named together and at the names of Jesus, of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and of the Saint in whose honor Mass is being celebrated. 2) A bow of the body (a profound bow) is made during the Creed with the words (and by the Holy Spirit…and became man—highlighted in red words in the Creed). —General Instruction to the Roman Missal, #275 p. 6 CO-CATHEDRAL of the SACRED HEART Join the Music for Thanksgiving Mass
Glad Tidings Choir Gathering Hymn: a special choir for all of the family #709 We Gather Together
We’ll sing a First Reading Readings: #1264 Christmas Cantata at the Responsorial Psalm Ps. 113 R. Blessed be the name of the Lord for ever. 4 p.m. Christmas Eve Mass Offertory: Hymn: #817 Pescador de Hombres
Sanctus / Holy, Holy, Holy—Latin Chant #370B Mysterium Fidei / The Mystery of Faith—ICEL We proclaim your death, O Lord. Amen Agnus Dei/ Lamb of God—Latin Chant #375B
This is a wonderful Communion Music: opportunity for the entire Hymn: #658 Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence family. Rehearsal CDs are Recessional Hymn: available for purchase. #700 Now Thank We All Our God
Music Materials—$20 Financial assistance available Robert Bates, University of Houston
Rehearsals are on Sundays: POSTPONED December 4 December 11 We regret to announce that Monday’s organ recital December 18 with Robert Bates must be rescheduled for a future 2-4 p.m. date.
RSVP or questions: However, we will celebrate the sixth anniversary of the [email protected] Martin Pasi & Associates Opus XIX organ with an or- or [email protected] gan demonstration and program presented by Co- Cathedral staff. Don’t miss this opportunity to get an up close and personal encounter with this remarkable instrument.
This FREE program will begin at 7:30 pm, Monday 21 November.
TODAY—November 20, 2016 3:00 p.m.
Since 2009, the Archdiocesan Choir of Galveston- Houston has offered a sacred music concert the Sun- day afternoon nearest the Feast of St. Cecilia (November 22), the patron saint of musi- cians. Each year, the concert gives honor to persons or events that are significant in the life of the Church.
Prayers p. 7
WELCOME ALL VISITORS to the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart!
MASS INTENTIONS Deceased † READINGS for the COMING WEEK
Saturday November 19 Weekend readings: #1172 in the red hymnal. (Eng) 5:00 pm Trini Mendenhall Monday: Rv 14:1-3, 4b-5; Ps 24:1bc-4ab, 5-6; (Viet) 7:00 pm For Community Intentions Lk 21:1-4 Tuesday: Rv 14:14-19; Ps 96:10-13; Lk 21:5-11 Sunday November 20 Wednesday: Rv 15:1-4; Ps 98:1-3ab, 7-9; Lk 21:12-19 (Eng) 7:00 am Holy Souls in Purgatory † Thursday: Rv 18:1-2, 21-23; 19:1-3, 9a; Ps 100:1b-5; (Eng) 9:00 am Brian & Alexa Sustaita Lk 21:20-28: Sir 50:22-24; Ps 145:2-11; (Eng) 11:00 am Lewis Francis † & Rose McCabe Atchison † 1 Cor 1:3-9; Lk 17:11-19 (Viet) 1:00 pm For Community Intentions Friday: Rv 20:1-4, 11 — 21:2; Ps 84:3-6a, 8a; (Eng) 5:30 pm For the People of the Parish Lk 21:29-33 (Span) 7:30 pm Patricia Donisi Saturday: Rv 22:1-7; Ps 95:1-7ab; Lk 21:34-36 Monday November 21 Sunday: Is 2:1-5; Ps 122:1-9; Rom 13:11-14; (Eng) 7:00 am Teresa Torres Hurtado † Mt 24:37-44 (Eng) 12:10 pm Lewis Francis † & Rose McCabe Atchison † Tuesday November 22 For the scriptures used at Mass every day and to hear a (Eng) 7:00 am Lewis Francis † & Rose McCabe Atchison † reflection: go to http://www.usccb.org/ Tab in on the day of the month on the calendar noted as Daily Readings on the (Eng) 12:10 pm Darlene Briks † right side of the main page. Wednesday November 23 (Eng) 7:00 am Bernadine & F.R. Pizzitola † (Eng) 12:10 pm Lewis Francis † Rose McCabe Atchison † Pray for those marrying
Thursday November 24: Thanksgiving Day (Eng) 9:30 am Levi Sitters November 25 — Jose Galvan & Magdalena Gonzalez 26th —Henry Tello & Cristina Tello There is NO 7 am or 12:10 pm Mass on Thursday. Friday November 25 Pray for a resolution to the civil unrest (Eng) 7:00 am Daniel Cardinal DiNardo in our society. (Eng) 12:10 pm Priscilla Patricio † Pray for all the unemployed. Saturday November 26 (Eng) 5:00 pm Marjery Dela Cruz PRAY for the DEAD (Viet) 7:00 pm For Community Intentions
Sunday November 27 For the repose of the souls of Fr. Rawlin Enette, SSJ †; Deacon (Eng) 7:00 am Holy Souls in Purgatory † Frank Berntsen †; Asunción Soledad Morris †, mother of Celina Monks; James Emil Sylvester Hilbig †, uncle of Emily Hilbig and (Eng) 9:00 am Manuel V. † & Elisa H. de los Santos † Irma Califa †, aunt of Stephany Califa. (Eng) 11:00 am Maria Elena † & Juan Garza, Sr. † Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord. (Viet) 1:00 pm For Community Intentions —And let perpetual light shine upon them. (Eng) 5:30 pm Geo Bianchini & Maria Esperanza Bianchini † May they rest in peace. —Amen. (Span) 7:30 pm For the People of the Parish May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. —Amen. For consolation and God’s healing graces upon the family Pray the Rosary daily for: and friends of the deceased. Heal their pain and dispel the • Life and Marriage darkness and doubt that comes from grief. —Amen. • Religious Liberty
PRAY for ... • peace in our world, especially in the Holy Land, for an end to terrorism and civil strife, all hostages, refugees and immigrants. • the safety of all those who protect us: military personnel, police officers, fire fighters and all others. • a transformation of mind and heart for those who do not believe in the sanctity of human life. • for all healthcare professionals to make wise and ethical decisions to promote health. • the spread of the Gospel and the sanctity of all marriages and families. • an end to all discrimination, prejudice and hatred. • all the sick and suffering, the dying and the faithful departed †.
Pope’s Intentions: Universal: Countries Receiving Refugees: That the countries which take in a great number of displaced persons and refugees may find support for their efforts which show solidarity. Evangelization: Collaboration of Priests and Laity: That within parishes, priests and lay people may collaborate in service to the community without giving in to the temptation of discouragement.
p. 8 Children’s Catechesis & Evangelization (CCE) Faith Formation Sunday! Faith Formation for Children and Youth Cathedral of the Sacred Heart Parish November 20: 9 am - 10:30 am Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston The goal of Children and Youth Faith Formation here at the Co- Cathedral Centre Cathedral of the Sacred Heart is to provide a comprehensive process of the highest possible quality of Catholic Christian Education and Theme: ADVENT Spiritual Formation for the Children and Youth of our Parish. We do (First Sunday of Advent is November 27) this in a safe, welcoming, caring, and hospitable environment while enabling their parents and guardians to successfully accept and perform High School Youth Confirmation their role as the primary teachers and role models of their children. Preparation Registration Forms are now available It is never too late for Confirmation December 2017. to register your children for Faith Formation.
1. Copy of Student’s Baptism Certificate required with Registration Forms are available: registration form. - Online at www.sacredhearthouston.org/cce-classes 2. Students must be: - Narthex of the Church - Cathedral Centre - In at least 10th Grade. - Actively participating in Mass weekly at the ACTIVITIES FOR CATHOLIC FAMILIES Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart. Say the Glory Be each even- Pray the Lord’s Prayer - Be in their second consecutive year of High School ing as a prayer of praise for together as a family. Place em- CCE or a Catholic High School. the kingdom of God. phasis on the words “your king- Registration Forms available online or in the Cathedral Centre. dom come, your will be done Approximately once a month Sessions start in January. Make a King cake or cake/ on earth as it is in heaven.” Re- dessert shaped like a crown as mind your family to be aware of NO CCE SESSIONS a “sweet” way to mark the God’s Reign Feast of Christ the in the world Sunday, November 27 King. (Nov. 23, 2014 – last this week. Thanksgiving Weekend Sunday of Liturgical Year)
Parents Corner The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, Parents: Please visit the following websites for great ideas King of the Universe for your families. All three websites offer tips, tools, crafting ideas, seasonal projects and much more! Reading 1: 2 Samuel 5:1-3 Reading 2: Colossians 1:12-20 *********************************************************** Gospel: Luke 23-35-43 TEACHING CATHOLIC KIDS | osvparish.com The most popular website is Teaching Catholic Kids. Editor Margaret Theme: In Christ, everything continues in being. DeMatteo offers an ages-and-stages approach to the liturgical season with awesome craft and activity ideas, reflection questions, prayer and Breaking Open the Word more. This site is perfect for catechists, homeschoolers, moms and more; Suggested text for faith sharing: Today’s Gospel be sure to bookmark this page on your browser.
Step One: Listen to the Word Saint of the Day As you hear this familiar story of Jesus on the cross, what words or phrases catch your attention? In this reading, what touches Blessed Miguel Pro Feast Day: November 23 your heart? What image strikes you? ReneAigneReneAignerrr /Miguel// lived in Mexico during a time when the Chris- Step Two: Look into Your Life tian faith and the Catholic Church were persecuted and the faithful were forced to abandon their faith. Question for Children: Jesus is always kind to those who love Miguel became a Jesuit priest who worked among the him. How do you show your love for Jesus? remaining Catholics, often in disguise to avoid author- ities. He was finally captured and brought before a Question for Youth: This week we celebrate Christ the King. In firing squad. At the time of his death, Miguel opened his arms like the best sense of the word, a King is some one who cares for the Christ on the cross, and photos of him dying in this manner were people under his care, and also has authority over them. When spread throughout Mexico, re-enlivening people’s faith! have you felt Jesus’ care for you? How do you allow Jesus to Miguel's message today: Few of us are born with a faith strong have authority over you? enough to withstand the kind of pressure applied to Catholics in Mexico to abandon their beliefs during the early 20th Century. At- Question for Adults: As you think about Jesus on the cross, tending Mass often, serving in a parish ministry, and frequent per- having compassion on the “good thief,” what lesson do you draw sonal prayer will all help to strength our faith. from it for your own life? Text from www.oursundayvisitor.com
Youth Ministry News p. 9
Youth Ministry MeeƟng is today, Sunday, Nov. 20th at 2:30 — 4:30 pm on the second floor.
We had a great retreat on Nov. 5th. Thank you to all the youth at aƩended we were able to make new friends, have fun and share our happiness journey in life and with listening to God. A big special thank you to Deacon Truong Son Nguyen!! He has been helped out the youth group tremendously and been a strong example to the youth.
Please remember to invite a friend to this hour of prayer, fun and fellowship. A few topics in the Agenda • Bring a Friend • Fun, Food and much more! We are in need of adult chaperones, please consider volunteering your time and talents to the young people in the parish! Please con- tact Stephanie Rocha at 281-794-4841 if you have any questions.
Co-Cathedral Young Adults News
Preparing for Christ An Advent Bible Study Interested in being part of the 4 Week Bible Study Tuesdays Evenings Co-Cathedral Young Adults, contact us at Cathedral Centre: 7 pm—8:30 pm [email protected] Cost: $20.00
Join us, the Co-Cathedral Young Adults, this Advent as we take 4 weeks to prepare ourselves for the com- New Charis Ignatian Spirituality Retreat for ing of Christ! Are we ready for the King? Are our hearts ready to receive our Savior? The four weeks leading up to Christmas Young Adults in their 20’s and 30’s mark the beginning of the Western Church's liturgical year. “What Next? Finding Answers with Faith” Advent is our time for reflection, meditation and preparation. Whether you are transitioning jobs, moving to a new city, transi- November 29: Wake Up! Get Ready!” December 06: The King and His Kingdom tioning in a relationship, graduating from college or unsure about December 13: Rejoice in the Lord! what lies next for you, transitions are not always easy. Connect December 20: The Incarnate Word with others experiencing similar big decisions, encounter the ways God is present in the midst of uncertainty and grow in your For more information or to sign up, faith. Contact Carmen Benitez at [email protected] Saturday February 11 - Sunday February 12
CATHOLIC VOCATIONS (2403 Holcombe Blvd, Houston TX 77021) $50 per person in- Has God called you? cludes lodging/food. There is a limit space, deadline to register is February 3, 2017. Sponsored by the Office of Young Adult & The Archdiocese Office of Vocation offers you an amazing oppor- Campus Ministry at 713-741-8778. tunity to discern your calling in an enriching setting. ******************************************************* Register online www.archgh.org/yacm Women Seeking the Road Less Traveled Dec. 8 (6:00 pm – 9:00 pm)
A monthly discernment gathering for women ages 18 and older who are SAVE THE DATE discerning a vocation to religious life. Meet in different convents around the APRIL 8, 2017 archdiocese every second Thursday of the month from September to May. YOUNG ADULT DAY Program includes supper, a brief presentation and time for sharing, followed by prayer. Sisters from several religious orders who live and minister in the ST. JEROME CATHOLIC CHURCH Archdiocese will be present. Free event. Information on sites and registra- tion visit www.houstonvocations.com/women-seeking St. John Vianney Young Adults present: Discover the Road Less Traveled Dec. 8 (6:30 pm – 9:30 pm) A Night with Christopher West A monthly discernment gathering at St. Mary’s Seminary for single young Join Christopher West as he shares his insights into adult men ages 18 and older. Meets every month from September to May. St. John Paul II’s Love and Responsibility. Join priests and seminarians for fellowship, prayer, music, dinner and talks about the discernment process for priesthood and religious life. Free event. Tuesday, November 29 @ 6 pm—9 pm Registration: $20.00 9845 Memorial Dr., Houston, TX 77024. Information at: St. John Vianney (625 Nottingham Oaks Trail, 77079) www.houstonvocations.com/discover To Register : www.stjohnvianney.org/ya
CONTACT: Selma DeMarco, [email protected] or 713-659-1561, ext. 141. p. 10 Adult Faith Enrichment & Educational Opportunities
We would like to invite you to “FORMED” explore the possibility of becoming a member of our Catholic Faith and Community. GREAT CATHOLIC CONTENT
We offer opportunities to enter into the Process to From the Church’s Greatest Teachers become Catholic and/or become a fully Initiated Catholic year round. Please contact us. We would love to hear from you.
For more information or to set an appointment to get started email Selma at [email protected]
Parenting Help? The office of Family Life Ministry have trained eight professionals around the Archdiocese of Galveston- Houston to provide services to parents who are willing and need help raising their children. The program is designed to offer advice, support and formation to parents with common develop- Register at http://formed.org/register/#/registration/individual? mental and behavioral problems in children. To obtain more ParishCode: 0be7ec (first digit is the number 0) information please contact us at 713-741-8739 or 713-741-8711.
Welcome to “Opening the Word” Do you know a couple that is having a challenging situation in a program offering prayer and insights for the their relationship and need help? We may be able to coach you Sunday Scriptural lessons in Year C. Featuring a as a couple. We offer enrichment sessions, consulting and men- variety of experienced presenters including Dr. toring for married couples experiencing some crisis or challenges Tim Gray, Mary Healy, Scott Powell, Dr. Edward in their relationship. For more detailed information please con- Sri and Ben Akers, the 52 videos are designed to tact the office of Family Life Ministry at 713-741-8711. facilitate thought and discussion for personal faith formation or in the context of a group meeting. Personal Marriage Preparation: Prayer Journals and a Group Leader’s Guide are also available Advance approval required to begin classes. to make the most of these Sunday readings. • [Available on “Formed”] Sunday, November 20: Class D • Sunday, December 4: Initial
• Sunday, December 11: FOCCUS Christian Meditation Wed. Evenings at 6:30 pm Parish Library Location: Cathedral Centre. Please check White Board for room assignment each time. On the first floor of the Cathedral Centre. What is Christian Meditation? Christian Meditation is not a Time: Sign-in: 12:00-12:30/Class: 12:30-2:30 pm study or discussion, but a weekly meeting of Christians coming together to silence their minds/hearts and listen to the quiet voice Contact the parish at least nine months prior to the desired wedding of God speaking. After a brief, pre-selected Christian message, participants date to register for classes, and book your date. meditate in silence for about 20 minutes. Meditation is an ancient form of Out of country weddings require twelve months. Christian prayer practiced by the saints, and religious communities throughout Marriage Guidelines: Visitwww.sacredhearthouston.org, the world. FOOD FOR THOUGHT: "Love is a patient effort by persons who dedicate themselves to Video/Discussion Sessions listening and drawing closer to others." ~ Pope Francis On the Basics of Catholic Faith TUESDAY EVENINGS 6:45 pm-8:45 pm
At the Cathedral Centre in Room 164
November 22: “A Love That Lasts” Part 2 November 29: “Catholic Social Teaching” Part 1 December 6: “Catholic Social Teaching” Part 2
Curious about what we Catholics believe and why? Come on over and let’s discuss it! Does not matter if you are Catholic or not, or how long you have been Catholic if you are!
STEWARDSHIP: Time, Talent, Treasure p. 11
10% Tithing of gross income: Nov. 5/6 Year to Date
• 5% to the parish (2 hours of weekly income) Actual Collection: $29,534* $604,488 • 4% to second collections and other worthy charities Budgeted Collection: $35,000 $655,749
• 1% to Diocesan Services Fund (DSF) Amount over (Under): ( $5,466) ($ 51,261)
*Includes $6,873 from Faith Direct. ReƟred Priests—2nd CollecƟon $4,806**
eGiving through Faith Direct! Enroll today! SECOND COLLECTION THIS WEEKEND www.faithdirect.net. Our church code is TX363. CAMPAIGN FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
Are you starƟng to plan your Holiday vacaƟons? Consider en- rolling in eGiving through Faith Direct so that your giŌ can OPEN HOUSE FOR reach us even when you cannot. Visit www.faithdirect.net and CATHOLIC use our church code: TX363. Your giŌs through Faith Direct will HIGH SCHOOLS help stabilize our parish finances through the busy (but beauƟ- Strake Jesuit College Prep. Thurs, Dec. 1: 7 pm-10 pm ful) holidays months. Pope John XXIII Catholic High School Thank you for your conƟnued support of our parish family with Sunday, December 4: 1-3 pm your Ɵme and talents as well as treasure! God Bless You, Fr. Lawrence W. Jozwiak Cristo Rey, Jesuit College Prep of Houston Sunday, December 6: 1-3 pm
THANKSGIVING DAY MASS: 9:30 am Christmas Flowers & Decorations
Thursday, November 24 at 9:30 am in English, Vietnamese and Spanish. Remember to be extra generous with your donation for Christmas flowers and decorations. It takes many Parish Offices will be closed on Thursday and Friday, flowers to decorate our church so as to be beautiful! November 24 and 25.
Support Group for the Abused: Maria Goretti Network Why do I serve as an Usher/Greeter? Regular monthly meetings at the Cathedral Centre: I've been asked to explain why I like being an usher at the Abused physically, sexually, spiritually or emotionally Co-Cathedral. I don't know why, I just do. It's like when For Recovery and Forgiveness one is asked why he or she loves someone and they answer Every 3rd Monday of the month at 7 pm I don't know, I just do. To me, that in of itself, expresses Next Meeting: Monday, November 21 their love for each other. I enjoy all the faces and expres- For meeting info, send a confidential email to sions I encounter each Sunday morning. I find we are all [email protected] or call 832-544-6491. the same as much as we are different. I cannot remember everyone's name but I remember all the faces and that's KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL #803 enough for me. Just try it - You will love it! —Russel Smith THANKSGIVING FUNDRAISER
SMOKED TURKEYS See an usher to volunteer to serve!
Cost: $45/Turkey (10 lbs) Fasting & Prayer on Fridays Date: Wednesday, November 23 Pick up time: Noon to 4 pm Pick up location: Cathedral Centre Parking Lot 1701 Jacinto Street @ Jefferson For the healing of division in our nation ALTAR SERVER MINISTRY Next Training Class/ and God’s guidance for Practice is December 3, 9 am to 11 am. Please RSVP if you our country’s leadership plan on attending this training. If at least 5 people do not as we move into the RSVP, class will not be held. Training Class/Practice is held future. in the Co-Cathedral. NEED ALTAR SERVERS FOR 5 PM SATURDAY VIGIL MASS. Contact: Sharon Messa, (713) 240-3420, [email protected] p. 12 p. 13
Today’s second collection goes to the Catholic Cam- With a grant from CCHD, the Parish Peace Project in paign for Human Development (CCHD) sponsored by the Chicago aims to address the continuing violence in Latino U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). What is the neighborhoods and the large number of struggling Latino purpose of CCHD? For over 43 million Americans, there is youth and young adults. This project, a collaboration be- a thin line: between eviction and home, between hunger and tween 15 parishes and the Office of Young Adult Ministry at health, between unemployment and work, between anxiety the Archdiocese of Chicago, works with those caught up in and stability. This line is the Poverty Line. For a family of the criminal justice system, brings support services to four, that line is $24,257 a year (Source: U.S. Census Bu- schools, as well as providing mental and medical health ser- reau, Income, Poverty, and Health Insurance Coverage in vices to the undocumented. By connecting pastoral ministry, the United States, 2015). restorative justice work, and community organizing, the Par- ish Peace Project prepares young at-risk Latino men and CCHD is dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty by women to build safer and stronger neighborhoods in Chica- funding community programs that encourage independ- go. ence. It works to be a voice of hope for those on the mar- gins of society who experience the realities of living in pov- CCHD carries out Jesus' mission of mercy. For over 40 erty. CCHD supports programs to heal the wounds of crime years, CCHD has been the national anti-poverty program of and violence, advocate for more just policies, protect God’s the USCCB working to break the cycle of poverty in the creation, and develop strong communities. United States and educate on poverty and its causes. The Subcommittee on the Catholic Campaign for Human Devel- Often, when juveniles are arrested, their record follows opment allocates grants from funds received via the national them their whole lives, decreasing their chance of finding collection each year. This national collection is the primary gainful employment and increasing their chances of source of funding the CCHD's anti-poverty grants and edu- reoffending. Together with the Catholic Bishops, groups cation programs working to provide lasting solutions for the like the Direct Action and Research Training Center (dart) estimated 46 million people who live in poverty in the Unit- in Miami are working to reduce the number of juvenile ar- ed States. Twenty-five percent of funds collected remain in rests, giving children a real chance at success. Thanks to a each diocese to support local anti-poverty projects. strategic national grant from CCHD, DART is working with school and law enforcement officials to decrease the number We are essential to its success. Our generous donations of school-based arrests and promote alternative constructive will give those in poverty the support they need to make last- interventions that give children a second chance at their fu- ing changes. Together, we can make a difference in families ture. Because of their work, school systems are now able to and communities across the United States. Please donate implement restorative justice practices affecting over 65,000 prayerfully and generously. Thank you. students and resulting in a decrease in suspensions and ar- rests. Other examples of CCHD-funded groups include Urban Tree Connection, which works with low-income communi- ties to develop local gardening projects. Urban Tree Con- nection Coop has turned vacant land in Haddington, Penn- sylvania, into space for food production, teaching low- income residents how to grow and sell food. These projects not only give residents access to nutritious foods but they also create an opportunity for people to develop leadership skills and build community bonds.
p. 13 Parish Outreach Ministry—Our Parish Network of Charity YOU ARE GOD’S PUMPKIN AND THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD! Our Outreach Volunteers provided an October Blessed Breakfast with themed devotion and craft for the residents at Star of Hope Transitional Housing. The morning was filled with good food, fun craft, music, prayer and great friends!
A special thank you to Julia Nicastro and our Blessed Breakfast Volunteers for making this morning so special!
Making Spirits Bright... Our Outreach Ministry works closely with our partner agencies who care for the needs of our homeless friends. This Christmas we would like to gift 200 residents of Magnificat House with a new hooded sweatshirt and CVS gift card. If you would like to help us reach this goal you can drop off CVS Gift Cards ($10 increments) to our Outreach Office Monday—Friday or on Sundays.
Questions? Email: [email protected]
Do you know of an individual or family who MAKING SPIRITS would benefit from receiving fresh food items? Our Next Mobile Food Distribution will be BRIGHT Saturday December 17th Begins @ 9am (Cathedral Centre Parking Wednesday December 28th Lot) 10am—3pm Please invite them to come and receive. No income requirements—All are Welcome Cathedral Centre Recipients should bring their own bags or box for food. Family Friendly
Volunteers will help provide the To View Details about Outreach Minis- 200 residents of Magnificat House try and to Register as a Volunteer, visit (Supportive housing program) our Parish “Outreach” Page with a Christmas www.sacredhearthouston.org Luncheon and Party. [email protected] p. 14
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Liturgia Anuncios
-Preludio del Órgano: una improvisación La Novena para Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe es cada do- mingo, empezando a las 6:40 pm hasta el día de la Fiesta de -Antífona de Entrada: Digno es el Cordero que fue Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. Todos están invitados. inmolado, de recibir el poder, la riqueza, la sabiduría, la fuerza y La Palabra entre Nosotros está en venta por $2.00 en la entra- el honor. A él la gloria y el imperio por los siglos de los siglos. da de la Co-Catedral. La Palabra entre Nosotros tiene las lec- -Entrada: Himno a Jesucristo (#398) turas y meditaciones espirituales de cada día del mes de no- viembre. -Gloria (Misa San José, #5) La Santa Biblia se vende por $7.00 en la entrada de la Co- -Salmo: Qué alegría cuando me dijeron: “Vamos a la casa Catedral. del Señor”. Qué alegría cuando me dijeron: “Vamos a la casa del Señor”. Los Misales del Año 2017 están en venta por $6.00 en la en- trada de la Co-Catedral. En el Misal encontrará las lecturas y -Canto de Ofertorio: Cristo Vence (#401) oraciones de las Misas de domingo y días festivos; al igual, el -Santo (Misa Melódica, #109) rosario, el vía crucis y reflexiones sobre las lecturas. -Anunciamos Tu Muerte (Misa Melódica, #110) -Amen (Misa Melódica, #111) Ministerios Espirituales -Cordero de Dios (Misa Melódica, #112) Estudio Bíblico: Conozcan al Señor mejor a través de nuestras -Antífona: [Sedebit] En su trono reinará el Señor para platicas Bíblicas cada lunes a las 6 pm en el primer piso del Centro Catedral, conducido por el Diacono Daniel. siempre y le dará a su pueblo la bendición de la paz. (Sal 28, 10 -11) La Legión de María: Debajo del liderazgo de María, cultiven su relación con Cristo cada lunes a las 7:15 pm en el primer -Comunión: Con Devoto Anhelo (#522) piso del Centro Catedral, para rezar el santo rosario, reflexionar -Salida: Viva Jesús el Rey (#400) sobres las enseñanzas del Señor, y hacer planes para servir al Señor. -Postludio del Órgano: una improvisación Palabras del Papa Francisco Retiro de Adviento El Encuentro Personal con Dios Jesús, el Rey de los Misericordiosos
Jesús es el Señor de nuestra vida, pero no tiene poder político. Es un profeta itinerante de Galilea, que anuncia el Reino de Dios e invita a todos a compartir esta experiencia. Su reino es existirá cuando los hombres y mujeres comenzaran a actuar como actúa Dios. ¿Cómo sería la vida, si la gente, el mundo, el universo, la historia se pareciera más a como Dios la imagino y creo? Jesús le confirma a Pilato que su reinado es de otro estilo: “Si mi reino fuera de este mundo, mi guardia habría luchado para que no cayera en manos de los judíos”. Por lo tanto, Jesús es rey, pues: “Para esto he nacido y para esto he venido al mun- do”. Pero la palabra “rey” tiene en sus labios un significado completamente distinto. En efecto, para él ser rey significa: “Dar testimonio de la verdad”. Y sus súbditos son quienes es- cuchan su palabra de verdad, la Verdad del Padre. A partir de este rey coronado de espinas, burlado por los soldados y asesi- nado en una cruz de esclavos. No nos avergoncemos de un Cristo perseguido y muerto por ser testigo de la Verdad: “la La Co-Catedral del Sagrado Corazón de Jesús les invita a par- ticipar en un retiro del Adviento donde experimentaremos el Verdad nos hará libres”. “Todo el que es de la Verdad, escucha gozo de la presencia de Dios a través de la Adoración del San- mi voz”, el que con corazón sincero mira a este rey tan singular tísimo Sacramento, unas pláticas espirituales sobre pasajes de y acepta su camino de humildad y renuncia, pertenece a su los Evangelios y textos sagrados, alabanzas, y ejercicios espiri- reino. “Buscad primero el Reino de Dios y su justicia y lo de- tuales. El tema es: El Encuentro Personal con Dios más se os dará por añadidura”, cuanto entretenimiento en las añadiduras, en pensar que el reino lo acaparamos nosotros, o la El retiro será el día sábado, 3 de diciembre de 9:00 AM- Iglesia. El reino es universal, consiste en la soberanía del amor 2:30 PM en el cuarto piso del Centro Catedral (1701 y engendra una nueva raza de hombres basada en la misericor- San Jacinto, la esquina de calle Jefferson y San Jacinto). dia y la compasión. Hay parqueadero disponible. Se servirá un almuerzo sen- cillo. Se les invita a que traigan un plato o bebidas para compartirlo con los demás.