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St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church Served by the Missionary Society of St. Paul Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston 527 South Houston Avenue, Humble, TX 77338 † (281) 446-8211 † www.st-mm.com Office Hours: M-F 8:00 A.M. — 4:30 P.M. Pastor: Rev. Felix Ilesanmi Osasona, M.S.P. Parochial Vicar: Rev. Anthony Udoh, M.S.P. Deacons: Nick Caruso & James Meshell Weekend Mass English: Saturday Vigil: 5:30 P.M. Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, & 11:00 A.M.; 5:00 P.M. (Youth) Español: Sábado (Misa de Víspera): 7:00 P.M. Domingo: 1:00 P.M. Weekday Mass Monday--Friday: 8:30 A.M. (English) Martes: 7:00 P.M. (Misa en Español) 1st Friday Devotion Mass: 8:30 A.M. 1st Saturday Devotion Mass: 8:30 A.M. Reconciliation (Confession) Tuesday: 6:00 P.M.—6:45 P.M. Saturday: 3:30 P.M.—5:00 P.M. Eucharistic Exposition and Adoration 9:00 A.M.—9:00 P.M. (Mon.—Fri.) Sacrament of Baptism: Parents requesting baptism for their child must call the parish office two months prior to the desired month of baptism. There are no baptisms during Lent or Advent. Sacrament of Matrimony: Couples interested in marriage at St. Mary Magdalene must contact the office at least six months prior to their desired wedding date. Please contact the office for more information. Anointing of the Sick Please call the parish office if you or a loved one wish to receive sacramental anointing of the sick. Sacramento del Bautismo: Padres que quieran bautizar a sus hijos deben de llamar a la oficina por lo menos 2 meses antes de la fecha del bautismo. No hay bautizos durante la Cuaresma o el tiempo de Advien- to. Sacramento del Matrimonio: Parejas interesadas en casarse en Santa María Magdalena deben contactar a la oficina por lo menos seis meses antes de su fecha preferida de matrimonio. Por favor llamen a la ofici- na para mayor información. Unción de los Enfermos: Por favor llame la oficina si usted o algún ser querido desea ser ungido. PARISH MISSION STATEMENT: We are one family in Christ with a welcoming heart called to serve. Weekly Message The Second Coming of Jesus Christ ther’s house, paradise, etc. To be in heaven is to live at the end of the world has been de- the life of Christ as St. Ambrose said: “For life is to be scribed in the scriptures as “the Day” with Christ; where Christ is, there is life, there is the or “the Day of the Lord.” This theme kingdom.” is very prominent in Paul’s letters to the Thessalonians. He pointed out On the other hand, scripture speaks of a place of that at the Second Coming, those burning for the wicked – hell, a place of torment and who are alive would have no ad- eternal pain. Jesus speaks of “Gehenna,” of “the un- vantage over those who died earlier. quenchable fire” reserved for those who, to the end What is important is for each person to live their of their lives, refuse to believe and be converted, lives for God. Because this coming was thought to be where both soul and body can be lost (Matthew 5:22, very imminent, some Thessalonians decided to stay 29; 10:28; 13:42, 50; Mark 9:43-48). The chief pun- idle until Jesus returned. In today’s second reading, ishment of hell, according to the Catechism of the Paul cautioned such people against idleness. Catholic Church, is eternal separation from God, in whom alone we can possess the life and happiness At Mass, we proclaim the mystery of our faith: “We for which we were created and for which we long proclaim your death, O Lord, and profess your resur- (CCC 1035). It is not God who turns people away rection until you come again.” The precise day or from him and sends them to hell; rather some peo- time for this “coming again” of Christ is not known. ple, by their choices, say “no” and reject the mercy of Jesus warned his disciples to beware of those who God and turn their back against God. As we await the would deceive them that the end of the world was “Day of the Lord,” let us walk in the footsteps of the near when it was not. “But as for that day or hour, master, Jesus Christ, the author and finisher of our nobody knows it, neither the angels in heaven, nor faith. Let us make choices that draw us closer to Life the Son; no one but the Father” (Mark 13:32). Paul in Jesus rather than away from Him. cautioned that “the Day of the Lord is going to come like a thief in the night” (1 Thessalonians 4:13-5:4). Our beloved Associate Pastor, Fr. Tony Udoh, M.S.P., will begin his one-month vacation on November 14th. While the time of the Second Coming may not be This will be his first visit to Nigeria since he came as known, we all know that we will not live forever on a missionary to the United States almost two years Earth. Sooner or later, we will die, and then we will ago. I am sure he is very excited to go back to visit his be judged. As we approach the last days of the litur- family and friends. Kindly pray for his safety and gical year, we reflect on “the Day of the Lord,” which protection during his vacation. We hope he will be the prophet Malachi spoke about in our first reading refreshed and well-rested when he returns to us for today. That day is going to bring about pain for the Christmas celebrations here in Humble. arrogant and evildoers. They will burn up in a fur- nace in hell, but for those who fear the Lord, the sun Do not forget to join us this Friday at 7:30PM in the of righteousness will shine out with healing in its church for the King of Mercy concert put together rays in heaven (Malachi 3:19-20). by our Music Ministry, with Perci Cacanindin direct- ing. The concert is celebrated the end of the Year of Heaven awaits those who fear the Lord. It is the ulti- Mercy and the Solemnity of Christ the King. It is a mate end and fulfillment of the deepest human long- free concert, but freewill donations will be accepted ings, the state of supreme, definitive happiness. In to support the Music Ministry of our parish. Come heaven, we see God face to face as we fulfill our mis- enjoy a night of praise and thanksgiving to our God, sion on Earth. The Scriptures have many images for the King of Mercy. heaven: life, light, peace, a wedding feast, the Fa- —Fr. Felix ([email protected]) Jubilee Year of Mercy As this Jubilee Year of Mercy comes to an end, Jesus’s first disciples ask what every age seems to wonder about the end of the world: “Teacher, when will this happen? What sign will there be?” (Luke 21:7). But instead of what we’d like to know, Jesus tells us what we need to know. Don’t be terrified by natural disasters, human violence, personal sufferings. Because God’s mercy abounds, all is grace. “It will lead to your giving testimony” (21:13). So Malachi promises “the sun of justice with its healing rays” (Malachi 3:20a); and Jesus describes how we should welcome the end: “Stand erect and raise your heads, because your redemption is at hand” (Gospel Acclamation, Luke 21:28). Rather than worrying about ourselves and the future’s perils, both Jesus’s gospel and Pope Francis’s Jubilee Year of Mercy bid us go forth to spend our lives proclaiming God’s promise of boundless mercy but also translating God’s mercy into living deeds of unfailing compassion and enduring comfort. —Peter Scagnelli, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co., Inc P. 2 Time & Talent Ministries Are you new to our parish or have been coming for a while but are not yet registered? We offer you a warm welcome to St. Mary Magdalene parish. Becoming an active parishioner begins when you are counted as a parishioner. Please stop by the Welcome Ministry table in the nar- thex to register. You can also come by the church office during the week to register. MASS / LITURGY ORGANIZATIONS OUTREACH MINISTRIES SOCIAL SERVICES ART & ENVIRONMENT KEENAGERS (60+) Barbara Walker - (281) 852-4103 Chris Rubio - (281) 540-1907 Jean Johnson - (281) 358-3416 June Domengeaux - (281) 852-2555 YOUNG AT HEART (50+) PRISON MINISTRY SENIOR TRAVEL GROUP Mary Hernandez - (713) 299-8493 ALTAR GUILD Jan Crawford - (281) 852-3508 HOSPITAL MINISTRY Shirley Jones - (281) 852-0670 RED HAT SOCIETY Margarita Rodriguez - (832) 445-6318 ALTAR SERVERS Loretta Schermock - (832) 640-9357 HOMEBOUND MINISTRY Vickie VanGordon - (832) 496-9876 Jo Smith - (281) 381-9892 Marvin Corbitt - (281) 852-3111 Jimena Farfán (Esp.) - (832) 513-0812 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS RESPECT LIFE MINISTRY EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERS COUNCIL 6878 Teresa O’Brien - (919) 623-5343 John Garza, Grand Knight - (832) 875-1377 ([email protected]) OF HOLY COMMUNION Freda Monk - (281) 852-7257 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS - 4TH BLOOD DRIVE Monty Enloe - (832) 452-5760 Rosa Herrera - (281) 687-5823 Horacio Garcia (Esp.) - (281) 808-1647 COLUMBIAN SQUIRES BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY INSTITUTED ACOLYTE Chief Counselor Madeline Graham - (281) 446-8044 Ron Cecil - (281) 590-7528 Tom Andrews - (713) 376-2044 NURSING HOME MINISTRY MINISTERS OF HOSPITALITY CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS Humble Health Center, Oakmont & Park Manor, Bert Guempel - (281) 852-1549 Virginia R.