St. Joseph St. Roman CatholicJoseph Parish
11001 North 40th St • RomanPhoenix, AZ 85028 Catholic • www.stjoephx.org Parish • 602-996-5120 • Fax 602-996-4011
Office Hours Mon-Thurs: 9am-5pm (Closed 12-1 pm for lunch) Friday: 9:00 am-12:00 pm First Saturday, Fr. Reggie available by appointment from 10:00 am -12:00 pm Online Giving: https://stjoephx.org
Mass Schedule Monday-Friday: 8:00 am, Rosary before & after Mass First Saturday of each month: 9:00 am Saturday Vigil: 4:00 pm Sunday: 8:30 am & 10:30 am Weekend Masses will be livestreamed & have Communion distributed for one hour after Mass Sunday: 12:30 pm—Syriac Community Mass Holy Days: as announced
Reconciliation Wed: 9 am, Sat: 2 pm or by appointment
Adoration Wednesdays, 9:00a-12:00n, Ascension Hall First Fridays, 9:00a-12:00n, Ascension Hall
Parish Registration New parishioners welcome! Please register online at: www.stjoephx.org or in the office.
Services Call (602) 996-5120 Infant Baptism, Mass Intentions, Marriage Preparation, Annulments
For Emergency (602) 996-5120, Press 4 Anointing of the Sick/Last Rites/Communion to the Hospitalized/Homebound/Other Emergency
Gluten-free hosts are available (see sacristan before Mass) Remember in Your Prayers ALL THOSE AFFECTED BY THE CORONAVIRUS THROUGHOUT THE AFTER HOURS EMERGENCY CONTACT: WORLD 602.686.4643 OR 602.513.9755 (TEXT OR VOICEMAIL) Compassionate and Loving Father, In the face of confusion and concern impart to us the calm of Your presence. Mission Statement In You allow us to find hope and healing.
Our Community of St. Joseph Catholic Church Be with those who serve the sick and give them Your caring hands. endeavors to continue the mission of Christ, the Be with those who lead and give them Your spirit of wisdom. salvation of souls. We do this by sharing our Be with those who have fallen ill and give them Your comforting heart. gifts of service and stewardship while reaching Wrap Your arms around our world and hold us in Your love. out and nourishing our families with Christ-love. Allow us at this time of trial to then serve as instruments of that love to all we meet. Father Regidor Carreon, Parochial Administrator We ask this in Your Name. Amen Pastoral Reflection
THE KEYS OF THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN
My beloved senior parishioners, as you continue to get older, you begin to forget certain things. Where did I put my eyeglasses? Where did I put my wallet or watch or my parker ballpoint pen? In my case, one time I forgot my keys for the rectory, and in going back from the party at dawn I had to call my sister to open the door for me.
The Gospel today uses the image of the “KEY” to express an important component of our Catholic faith. Jesus says to Peter: “I will give you THE KEYS OF THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN. Whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in Heaven. Whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in Heaven.”
First, it tells us about the important role of Peter in the life of the early Christian Community. Peter embodies weaknesses—lack of faith, for instance. But Peter also embodies the exactness and accuracy of faith: “YOU ARE THE CHRIST, THE SON OF THE LIVING GOD.” Jesus entrusted Peter with a mission not because he was perfect but because he was willing to learn each time how to return to the source of grace. In the end, he was to be the primary shepherd of the flock of Christ. As Catholics, we believe that the Office of Peter is still with us through the Holy Father, the POPE. The popes are the successors of Peter and the sign of the Unity of the Church. In these days, the World Youth Day is a living expression of the way the Holy Father can call the young people together for Jesus. Every Papal Visit also makes a powerful impact on the faith of people everywhere.
Second, the Gospel today illustrates the meaning of the KEY. A key symbolizes power. He who holds the key controls the entry or departure of people or controls the access of a place that may be restricted to others. Peter therefore has power, a divine power to bind or loose. This power is not that of domination or oppression. It is a power to serve by inviting and leading people to the right door that opens up for Christ. A key also symbolizes responsibility. He who has the key must be vigilant at all times. He cannot lose the key or neglect it. He must keep the key for the sake of others. So just imagine the sacrifices of the Holy Father for the Church as he confronts one trial after another. Pope St. John Paul II not only guided the Church but also suffered personally for the Body of Christ.
In a special way, we can say that the key is also given to each one of us. At Baptism, Jesus gave us the key to heaven. It doesn’t mean that we automatically become heirs of the Kingdom. We have the power, yes, because we are now God’s children. But we also feel the responsibility not to lose the key but to guard it and keep it safe for ourselves and for others who also wish to enter.
Peter has been an inspiring figure in the early community and even today in our Church. Can you also be like him, eagerly keeping the key of salvation and sharing this discovery with others with whom we share our lives?
#39. A JOKE ON THE PAPAL INFALLIBILITY: A father was surprised when his nine-year old son inquired how he can send a ‘fire extinguisher’ to the Pope. “What would the Pope do with a fire extinguisher?” the father asked. I am concerned about the Pope’s safety,” answered the son. “The poor Pope can burst into flames at any time! Our religion teacher told us that the Pope is INFLAMMABLE.”
This week on the 24th, we celebrate the feast of the great apostle St. Bartholomew known as Nathaniel in John’s gospel and according to tradition, he was flayed alive. On the 25th, it is the optional memorials of two saints, namely St. Louis, a model ruler and a father of 11 children, and St. Joseph Calasanz, the founder of Clerics Regular of Religious Schools. On the 27th, we have the feast of St. Monica, the saintly mother of St. Augustine, his feast is on the 28th. He was the Bishop of Hippo, Africa and one of the four great Doctors of the Latin Church. Lastly, on the 29th, we commemorate the memorial of the Passion of St. John the Baptist. This is all for now, watch for the next bulletin. God Bless!
Your Priest-Servant and Parochial Administrator, Fr. Reggie
ACT OF SPIRITUAL COMMUNION My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament. I love You above all things, and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You. Amen
2 WELCOME TO ST. JOSEPH ROMAN CATHOLIC PARISH PARISH EVENTS
Date Time Ministry Location Monday, August 24 8:00 AM Mass Ascension Hall
Tuesday, August 25 8:00 AM Mass Ascension Hall
Wednesday, August 26 8:00 AM Mass Ascension Hall 9:00 AM Adoration Ascension Hall 9:00 AM Confessions Room 4
Thursday, August 27 8:00 AM Mass Ascension Hall
Friday, August 28 8:00 AM Mass Ascension Hall
Saturday, August 29 2:00 PM Confessions Room 4 5:00 PM Open House-Religious Education Room 5 4:00 PM Mass Ascension Hall
Sunday, August 30 8:30 AM Mass for Sunday Ascension Hall 9:30 AM Open House-Religious Education Room 5 10:30 AM Mass for Sunday Ascension Hall 12:30 PM Mass—Syriac Community Ascension Hall
MASS INTENTIONS & WEEKLY READINGS Observances for the week of August 23, 2020 Sunday: 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time Sunday, August 23 Monday: St. Bartholomew, Apostle 8:30 AM Mass: John Gerega Tuesday: St. Louis; St. Joseph Calasanz, Priest 10:30 AM Mass: Cristian Velasquez Wednesday: Is 22:19-23/Ps 138:1-2, 2-3, 6, 8 [8bc]/Rom 11:33-36/ Thursday: St. Monica Mt 16:13-20 Friday: St. Augustine, Bishop and Doctor of the Church Monday, August 24 Saturday: The Passion of St. John the Baptist 8:00 AM Mass: Viveca Walcott Next Sunday: 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time ©LPi Rv 21:9b-14/Ps 145:10-11, 12-13, 17-18 [12]/Jn 1:45- 51 Tuesday, August 25 8:00 AM Mass: Viveca Walcott 2 Thes 2:1-3a, 14-17/Ps 96:10, 11-12, 13 [13b]/Mt Saturday, August 29 23:23-26 4:00 PM Mass: Gail Hughes Wednesday, August 26 Jer 20:7-9/Ps 63:2, 3-4, 5-6, 8-9 [2b]/Rom 12:1-2/Mt 16:21- 8:00 AM Mass: Viveca Walcott 27 2 Thes 3:6-10, 16-18/Ps 128:1-2, 4-5 [1]/Mt 23:27-32 Sunday, August 30 Thursday, August 27 8:30 AM Mass: Benci Family 8:00 AM Mass: Teresita Mendez Conchos 10:30 AM Mass: Community of St Joseph 1 Cor 1:1-9/Ps 145:2-3, 4-5, 6-7 [1]/Mt 24:42-51 Jer 20:7-9/Ps 63:2, 3-4, 5-6, 8-9 [2b]/Rom 12:1-2/Mt 16:21- Friday, August 28 27 8:00 AM Mass: Jesus Sanchez
1 Cor 1:17-25/Ps 33:1-2, 4-5, 10-11 [5]/Mt 25:1-13 To place an intention, visit or call the Parish Office. Cash, check and credit cards are accepted.
AUGUST 23, 2020—TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 3 Fall Classes will start September 10, 2020 Infant baptism includes children from birth until thru their 6th year (Children 7 or older must attend RCIC – catechism classes). Must be registered parishioners and attending Mass (3) 2020-2021 Fall Registration now open until filled! months before the Baptism. Parents must have original birth certificate of the child Religious Education classes are filled on a first come first served when filling out a Parish Infant Baptism Registration Form basis and space is limited. We have many activities this year at the Church’s office. including: Single Godparent must have Certificate of Confirmation, and in good standing in the Catholic Church. Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (Grades Pre-K thru1st) Married Godparents need Married Certificate and SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE Confirmation Certificate from the Catholic Church. Sacramental Preparation Parents and sponsor must attend a Baptism Preparation Thursdays, 5:30pm-6:30pm class at the parish.
Children’s Liturgy of the Word (CLOW) St. Joseph offers a Baptism Preparation Class for Parents SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE and Godparents every 3rd Saturday of each month from 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon in classroom #4. In-Person classes SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE There is an administrative fee of $20.00 to be paid at the Distance Learning or Home Study option. For Distance Learning time of registration. we will provide live streaming from the classroom, each student Baptism can be scheduled every Saturday; there are no will receive the materials needed for each class so they can baptisms during Lent and Holy Week. work along with the teachers. Parents and/or Godparents may give a donation to the For Questions please contact Erin Sowar 602-996-5120 x 205 Deacon or Priest who is officiating the Sacrament. or 480-621-9203 text or call. Registrations available in the Detailed policies and guidelines are discussed at the parish office. class. To register or for more information, please call the parish office at (602) 996-5120. For more information please call the Parish Office, (602) 996- 5120, or visit our website: www.stjoephx.org/religious-education Baptism Classes for January – December 2020 September 19 October 17 November 21 December 19
-The schedule may be subject to change without prior notice-
R The RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) is the liturgi- cal process to introduce you or someone you know who: C wants to learn more about our faith I is interested in becoming a Catholic is baptized Catholic but have not received 1st Holy Eucha- A rist and/or Confirmed in the Catholic Church.
The St. Joseph RCIA Team will be happy to answer your questions about Catholicism and together we pray as you discern whether God is calling you into full communion with the Church. Please contact Glenda Coen at (602) 996-5120 Ext. 204 or e-mail [email protected] for any questions.
KNIT WITS MINISTRY This lockdown means our ministry members have lots of time to knit, so our closets are overflowing with beautiful blankets and shawls. If you, a family member, friend, or neighbor is sick and in need of comfort, please contact us so we can pray for them and provide them with one of our lovely creations. Contact the Parish office with your request. God Bless You!
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WE CONTINUE TO:
HAVE DAILY MASS (MONDAY-FRIDAY) AT 8:00AM HAVE WEEKEND MASSES – SATURDAY 4:00 PM, SUNDAY 8:30AM & 10:30AM MASKS MUST BE WORN & COMMUNION RECEIVED IN THE HAND HAVE LIMITED SEATING–ASCENSION HALL (50), ROOM 4 (15) LIVESTREAM ALL THE WEEKEND MASSES (Meeting links on our website, www.stjoephx.org, and via Flocknote email/ text) OFFER COMMUNION FOR ONE HOUR AFTER THE WEEKEND MASSES FOR THOSE WHO ATTENDED VIA LIVESTREAM CONTINUE SOCIAL DISTANCING & SANITIZING ALL PARISH-BASED RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CLASSES, TRAININGS, MEETINGS, EVENTS, AND GATHERINGS ARE STILL SUSPENDED. The general dispensation from the Sunday Mass obligation continues. If you are sick, around others who are sick, at risk due to pre-existing conditions or age, or feel vulnerable; you are encouraged to stay home and participate by watching the Livestream or other TV Mass
Check for updates from the Diocese at https://dphx.org/StayHealthy/ Please contact the Parish Office if you have questions or concerns. We THANK YOU for your continued prayers and support of St. Joseph Roman Catholic Parish and Fr. Reggie. Be Healthy – Be Smart – Be Holy
CHURCH REBUILD UPDATE We were hopeful that construction would be underway by now, however last minute funding challenges and clarifications paused our new found moment. The good new is, these challenges seem to be behind us now. Building permits are in hand and we’ve been informed that contracts from the Diocese to begin the work are imminent. However, the process of maximizing insurance proceeds, reviewing current cash flow and the inventory of donations and pledges, reveals we are still in need of considerable funds to finish the interior and furnish our new church. We will have a better estimate in the next few weeks as the contractor finalizes their bid. We continue to see an outpouring of support from our Parish community and have a high degree of confidence that we will get there. Stay tuned for more good news! Please continue to pray for our success.
Glenda and her merry band say:
Through your generous donations of plastic bottles and aluminum cans, the Water Ministry is able to buy food supplies and distribute “packets” to the many homeless people in our area. We are also fortunate to support other ministries here at St. Joseph financially and with food donations. We appreciate you taking the time to separate the bottles into one bag and the cans into another. To those of you who crush the bottles, a special thank you. When the bottles are crushed, you feel stronger and we are able to fit more in our “transport bags” that we take to the recycle plant. Not necessary to be a CRUSHER or a SEPARATOR, but it is helpful. As you can see, this ministry has been able to help many people and we could not have done so without your help. The recycle will not accept glass, milk jugs, plastic cups and plastic food containers.
We want to continue to serve in our Ministry so will be taking precautions to protect our health during these very hot days of Summer. We appreciate your patience and ask that you please excuse our mess as we try to work through these high temperatures. KEEP THE PLASTIC BOTTLES AND ALUMINUM CANS COMING. Thanks and God Bless.
AUGUST 23, 2020—TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME 5 Allace, Max, Larry, Brianna Teri Justus Jeffrey & Rica Sarmiento Judy Arndt Joe LaFave Diana Avila Gary Lewis Donald Bak Pam Lewis Nick Bambulas Loretta Lindsey Help St Joseph’s by using your VIP card Hank Beaulieu Juanita Maitzen when you shop at Fry’s. Go online to Hank Bibby Luz Mata www.frysfood.com and sign in. If you do Ann Bruein Ann McCarthy not have your VIP card registered on line Lydia Casarez Bernie McDonald go to “Register. The parish office has detailed instructions. Maria Cender Maria McDonald Once you are registered and on your account page select Listra Charles Donald McIntosh “community” and pick “community rewards”. Put in NPO# Frederico Chavez Maureen McIntosh 93473 and click submit. Now every purchase of Cristina Chun Claire McMahon groceries, gas, rx will benefit St Joseph Catholic Parish. Anastasia Lisa Daly Michele Meyer Tony D’Arcangelo Bobbie Mitchell Lillian Ekstrom Anne Moore SAFE ENVIRONMENT TRAINING Monica Farine Jan & Bob Myers All individuals who serve in a ministry are required to Winnie Fox Cirene Nowicki renew their Safe Environment status before September Douglas Fauls Patricia Peterson 30th or if they are new, take the foundation course. Failure Fay Gadbery Shirley Peterson to renew or take the foundation course will result in you not Virginia Gambino Patty Piccione being able to serve in the ministry. Dana George Stan Pienczykowski Josie Giannandrea Cathy Proffer We will hold a foundation course at the beginning of Robert Gomez Phyllis Pulice August and an in-person renewal course if needed for Frank Gonzales Jane Ricci those who do not use a computer. Frankie Gonzales Pat Runyon Rowena R. Good Mary Salasek Dennis Gorney Rosalia Sanchez Marsha Gresham Mike Sandoz August 23—Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time: Mary Pat Goss Joann Shively
Like Peter in today’s Gospel, we can find David Grubbs Samantha Soles that when we open our eyes to see, our Raoul Guertin Dorothy Stabnau ears to hear and our hearts to experience Dollie Gutierrez Richard Stanseski Jesus’ presence in our daily lives, God Henry Haun Tim Thompson reveals himself to us. Oskar Jacobs David Tope Frankie and Bill Janisch Macbeth Torno Have you considered answering the call to help serve the Geovanni Jimenez Theresa Viani poor by joining the Society of St. Vincent de Paul? Carol Zaller
Last month, through your gifts, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul brought the love and care of Jesus to the poor by Prayer Line assisting over 103 adults and children, providing For prayers call 602.996.5120 Requests will be prayed $2,155.50 in food, shelter, utility bills, etc. Thank you and by parish volunteers. Contact Karen LeDuke if you would God Bless you for your support! like to become a Prayer Warrior.
MONTHLY COLLECTION St. Vincent de Paul will take up their monthly collection next weekend, August 29th and 30th, following all Masses.
The Knights of Columbus still have car wash coupon books available. All proceeds go to the Church Rebuild Fund. Hank Spinner Viveca ‘Rollie’ Walcott Contact Bob Bogart Richard Farine Evelyn ’Bing’ Balangue ([email protected]) or visit the Timothy Pokuta Constance L Walewski Parish office to purchase. Mary Ann Elias Larry Santoro
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Michelle Carmichael, Office Manager CALL THE PARISH OFFICE: Rachel Sowar, Admin Secretary/Financial Svcs Sacraments Gladys Woodshank, Church Rebuild Admin Anointing of the Sick; Communion for Homebound John Prosek & Karen LeDuke, Financial Services Baptism-Preparation classes & 3 months as registered parishioner Brad Thompson, Facilities Supervisor required. Leonel Miranda, Janitor/Maintenance Marriage 9 months notification for marriages; parishioner in good standing required. Faith Formation Annulments Erin Sowar—Religious Education Coordinator (ext 205) Funeral Arrangements-Call (602-996-5120) or email Glenda Coen—RCIA/Baptism/Marriage Prep (ext 204) ([email protected]) Vacant - Youth Coordinator (ext 211) Ministry Contact Info
Adoration Garden Christine Liberato ...... 602-803-0858 Paula Leo ...... 602-418-9062 (text only) Marne Haney ...... 602-717-9452 Hospitality & Church Greeters Mary Pat Goss ...... 480-799-4983 Sandy Hays ...... [email protected] Altar Servers Jeane Cota ...... [email protected] John Prosek ...... 602-996-5120 Knights of Columbus Altar Linens Anthony Grubbs…….…………… [email protected] Mary Salasek ...... [email protected] Knit Wits (Prayer Blankets) Band of Brothers Men’s Prayer Group Karen LeDuke ...... [email protected] Charles Boll ...... 602-427-8545 Lectors—Adult Charismatic Prayer Group John Prosek……………...……….……[email protected] Christine Liberato ...... 602-803-0858 Lectors—Youth (H. S. to Age 21…………….. 602-996-5120
Church Flowers & Decor Ushers Adult & Youth…………….… ……… 602-996-5120 Paula Leo ...... 602-418-9062 (text only) Water Bottle Church Mice Glenda Coen………………………………….602-996-5120 Glenda Kuhnert ...... 602-996-4167 Music Compassion Ministry Ron Clavecilla ...... [email protected] Karen LeDuke ...... [email protected] Pastoral Care Ministry ...... 602-996-5120 Count Teams Prayer Line …………………………………..602.996.-5120 Karen LeDuke ...... [email protected] Sacristans Crafting & Scrapbooking Don Mohrmann ...... [email protected] Ronah Auguste ...... [email protected] St. Vincent de Paul Society Extraordinary Ministers Jim Tope ...... 602-569-2729 Peggy Gallagher ...... [email protected] Sanctity of Life Faith & Light Catherine Le ...... [email protected] Darrell Auguste ...... [email protected] Scheduler………………… [email protected] Faith, Hope & Love Meredith Sanchez Castillo ...... [email protected] Seniors’ Group Nancy Perlic ...... 602-971-1152, Press 5
Parish Stewardship Support our church today Please use your offering envelopes you receive in the mail or using your debit or credit establish an electronic offering account through your own online card, or checking or banking service, or use the parish’s PayPal program to give via a savings account. bank account or credit card weekly, every two weeks or monthly. Go to the parish website and follow instructions for online giving. www.stjoephx.org Totals for Plate, Midweek, and Online: 8/4/20-8/10/20—$7,477
Pastoral Council Members: Frank Atherton (chair), Rizza Ditchella, Sarah Dizon, Finance Council Members: Rosemary Eck, Regina Edwards, Frankie Janisch, Mary Ann Pat Edwards & Jon Super (co-chairs), Paige Phillips, Kelaghan, Don Leo, Jay Sanchez Glenda Coen
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