September 27, 2015 - St. James the Apostle Catholic Church

September 27, 2015 - St. James the Apostle Catholic Church

“Living Our Timeless Catholic Faith in a Contemporary World”
22800 Aldine-Westfield Rd., Spring, TX 77373
Office 281-353-5053 * Fax 281-355-8847
Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
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ST. JAMES THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH
Parish Office Hours
SPRING, TEXAS
PARISH INFORMATION
Monday-Thursday: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
NEWCOMERS: A warm welcome to you. We hope that you find a
home with us here at St. James. If you would like to become a registered member of our parish family, please pick up a registration form
locate on either side of the doors. If you wish, you may stop the
parish office or please visit our website at STJTA.org. We will be happy to assist you in any way.
Sunday Mass Schedule
Saturday Vigil: 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, 11:00 a.m.
1:00 p.m. (Misa en español)
INFANT BAPTISM: We are excited about you having your baby baptized here at St. James. For information concerning Baptism, please
contact the parish office or please visit our website at STJTA.org.
Weekday Mass Schedule
Tuesday-Friday 8:00 a.m.
ANOINTING OF THE SICK: The church is here for you in times of
sickness. If you wish to receive the Anointing of the Sick, please contact the parish office or see the priest or one of the deacons before or
after mass. He will be glad to assist you.
Reconciliation (Confessions)
Wednesday: 6:30-7:15 p.m.
Saturday: 3:30-4:30 p.m.
MARRIAGE: Congratulations on your upcoming marriage. The
church wishes to assist you in preparing for this important sacrament.
Couples should contact the parish office at least six (6) months prior
to the wedding date so that we can adequately prepare you to
receive this sacrament or please visit our website at STJTA.org.
EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED
SACRAMENT
Monday: 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
First Friday of each month:
8:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Second Friday of each month
(en Español)
7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
RCIA: The church welcomes you as a son or daughter. We hope that
you find a home with us here at St. James. If you are interested in
becoming Catholic and learning about our faith, please speak to the
priest or one of our deacons. You may also wish to visit It is our our
website at STJTA.org. It is our pleasure and privilege to assist you on
your journey of faith.
MINISTRIES/ORGANIZATIONS:
CLERGY
Altar Society: (Theresa Avila) ………………………………………[email protected]
Boy Scouts Troop #355, Cub Scouts, American Heritage Girls:
Rev. Charles J. Samperi, Pastor
[email protected]
Ext. 117
Deacon Ray Oden, Administrator
[email protected]
Ext. 111
Deacon Alfonso Chicas
[email protected]
Ext. 113
Deacon Paul Pinon
[email protected]
Ext. 119
Grupo de Oración: (Maria Esther Alvarez)
Knights of Columbus #6557: (Jose Ruvalcaba)
Respect Life: (Deacon Rene Ramon)…………………[email protected]
Deacon Rene Ramon
[email protected]
Ext. 115
Parish Council: (Pam Schultz)………………………[email protected]
Springtimers: (Betty Frey)…………………………………[email protected]
Deacon Art Zepeda, Retired
[email protected]
Ext. 118
PASTORAL STAFF
(Paul Hall) ………………………………………………………[email protected]
Don Nguyen, Director of Music
[email protected]
Ext. 123
Chela Mescia, Secretary
[email protected]
Ext. 125
Cathy Uvalle, Secretary
[email protected]
Ext. 120
BULLETIN DEADLINE:
Is two weeks prior to publication. Please
keep this in mind when you have an
announcement to submit for posting.
Catholic Daughters of the Americas:
(Paula Willis)…………………………………………………………[email protected]
Couples for Christ/FFL: (Joel Santa Cruz) …………[email protected]
El Shaddai DWXI Prayer Group: (Joyce Ramos)……[email protected]
Family Fun Night: (Eric Wilbourn)………………[email protected]
THE PEOPLE
ON THE PRAYER LIST
Annette Failla, Matthew Noonan, Ramona Trevino,
Malena Trevino, Joe Trevino, Jimmy Arnold, Gary Grant, Felipe Cavazos,
Mary Consford, Keylee Humphreys, Pierce Counts, Laura Counts, Angela Ganucci, Jennifer, Rose Marie Gatchel, Donna St. Clair, Hai Nguyen,
John Lyke, Moises Woods, Andrea Duran, Hannah Henry, Raymond &
Michelle Vera Jr., Pat Schultz, Zeny Naguit, Gail Nevlud, Mary Ahr, Erin
Musick, Yolanda Deleon, Moone, Don Casper, Florine Gates, Saul Martinez, David Salazar, Geraldine Hvizdos, Denise Fayard, Laura Lopez,
Imelda Aucoin, Rosa Serrato, Rosa Henry, Gus Sivcoski, Albert & Sylvia
Rivera, Albert Medina, Gary Mokry, Bobby Landry, Jim Fayard Wayne &
Fara Isaacs Family, Liz Treybig, Arnold Alvarez, Richard Robbins, Butch
Moore, Celia Oviedo, Ron Brown, George Lopez, Nicole M. Hendrix,
Velma Sanchez, Edward Sanchez, Raquel Ragan, Carol Keating, Marissa
Fernandez, Maria Mondragon, Fernanda Mondragon, Elena M. Richards, Tim Sehrock, Steve Smith, Mary Shannon.
THE 26th SUNDAY of ORDINARY TIME
READINGS THIS WEEK
27 Sunday
ACTIVITIES THIS WEEK
NM 11:25-29;PS 19:8, 10, 12-14; JAS 5:1-6; MK 9:38-43, 45, 47-48
28 Monday
ZEC 8:1-8; PS 102:16-21, 29 AND 22, 23; LK 9:46-50
SUNDAY, SEPT 27 26th SUNDAYof ORDINARY TIME
29 Tuesday
7:30 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
1:00 p.m.
30 Wednesday
Mass - Fausto Fuente +
Mass - Pro Populo
Mass - Walter Tingley +
Misa (Español) - Juanita Tapia de Ortiz +
***Convalidation Seminar after each Mass***
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MONDAY, SEPT 28 St. Wenceslaus, St. Lawrence
Ruiz and Companions
8:00 a.m.
7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
Rosary
Adoration
Cub Scout Meeting (Parish Hall)
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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 St. Michael, St. Gabriel,
St. Raphael, archangels
7:30 a.m. Rosary
8:00 a.m. Mass - Velma & Joe Andrade +
8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer
9:00 a.m. Spring Timers (Parish Hall)
7:00 p.m. AHG Troop Meetings (JP II Room)
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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30
7:30 a.m.
8:00 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
6:00 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
St. Jerome
Rosary
Mass - Mike Krall +
Morning Prayer
Bible Study (St. James Room)
Confession
High School Youth Night (Parish Hall)
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THURSDAY, OCT 1
7:30 a.m.
8:00 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
6:00 p.m.
St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus
Rosary
Mass – Kathy Latour +
Morning Prayer
Bible Study (St. James Rm)
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2
DN 7:9-10, 13-14; PS 138:1-2AB, 2CDE-3, 4-5; JN 1:47-51
NEH 2:1-8; PS 137:1-6; LK 9:57-62
OCTOBER 1 Thursday
NEH 8:1-4A, 5-6, 7B-12; PS 19:8-11; LK 10:1-12
2 Friday
BAR 1:15-22; PS 79:1B-2, 3-5, 8, 9; MT 18:1-5, 10
3 Saturday
BAR 4:5-12, 27-29; PS 69:33-35, 36-37; LK 10:17-24
Gospel Activity of the Week for Families
Take a drive. Look at the places of worship in your
community. What do you see? How are they alike?
How are they unique? How are they different?
St. therese of lisieux
1873 - 1897
Memorial - October 1
Left motherless at four years old, she
followed her two older sisters into
the cloistered Carmelites, entering at
fifteen as Sister Thérèse of the Infant
Jesus. St. Thérése was unable to travel to the missions during her lifetime,
but prayed fervently for their success. In 1896, she contracted tuberculosis and after months of suffering, died at the age of twenty-four. Posthumous publication of her autobiography, “The
Story of a Soul,” prompted popular devotion. The “Little Flower” is remembered for her “little way” of seeking perfection in
the ordinary with a simple but total trust in God. She is the
patron of missions and missionaries. In 1997, St. John Paul II
declared her a Doctor of the Church.
The Holy Guardian Angels
7:30 a.m.
8:00 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
7:00 p.m.
Rosary
Mass – Int. Javier & Elizabeth Galindo
Morning Prayer
Grupo de Oracion
8:00 a.m.
8:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
3:30 p.m.
5:00 p.m.
Infant Baptism Classes (Apostle Room)
Infant Baptism Classes Spanish St. James Room)
Day of Reflection—Confirmation (Parish Hall)
Confessions (South Confessional)
Mass - Fausto Fuente +
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 Blessed Virgin Mary
We offer our condolences to Oscar & Dora
Garza and family on the death of their
daughter Theresa Shields. May Theresa
and all the faithful departed rest in peace.
In 1972 Pope Paul VI revised several ministries and minor clerical orders. One ministry that was preserved was the ministry
of the instituted acolyte. While the term acolyte is at times used
when referring to young men and women who assist at the altar
(altar servers), the ministry of acolyte is a permanent institution. Because the ministry has its roots in the formation of ordained clergy, the ministry is reserved to men. The instituted
acolyte is appointed to assist the deacon
and serve the priest in the celebration of
the liturgy. He is an extraordinary minister of Holy Communion serving only
when sufficient ordinary ministers are
not available. Men must be at least 21
years of age, fully initiated and living an
exemplary Christian way of life, with no
impediments to sacramental reception,
(e.g. if married, one must be in valid marital union recognized
by the Church). For more information please contact Deacon
Ray in the parish office.
ST. JAMES THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH
— MORE PARISH NEWS
The Family Fun Night Ministry is looking
for volunteers, especially VIRTUS trained
volunteers to help
out with the All
Hallow's Eve Festival on Saturday,
October 17th.
Please contact
Erik or Amber Wilbourn at [email protected] OR
call: 281-236-2729.
Praying with My Family Workshop
Bring the entire family (children & adults) for this handson and fun workshop! Includes free resources to help
your family pray. The workshop will end with enough
time to take a break and attend the 5pm Vigil Mass if
you wish to go. The workshop will be on Saturday, October 10th, from 3-4:45pm in the Parish Hall and is being presented by
David Dziena, the Adult Faith Formation Coordinator. If you have any
questions you can contact David via
email: [email protected] or call the
parish office: 281-353-5053
SPRING, TEXAS
—-STEWARDSHIP
It has often been said that it is not the size
or nature of the gift which is important; it
is the attitude in which it is given. It is
what is in one’s heart that is important.
There are many quotes about this kind of
giving, including that wonderful line in the Prayer of
St. Francis, “It is in giving that we receive.” Jesus
makes reference to the importance of giving in today’s Gospel from St. Mark: “Anyone who gives
you a cup of water to drink because you belong to
Christ, amen, I say to you, will surely not lose his
reward.” Giving a cup of water may not seem significant to us, but to God, who sees into our very
hearts, it can be of great consequence. The keys
are that the gifts are given out of love, not pity or
guilt or because we may be blessed with excess.
And they are given in Jesus’ name. Giving, especially of self, is a sign of our commitment to being a
disciple of Jesus and as a sign that we truly “Love
our neighbor.” Giving in this way is at the nucleus
of stewardship. However, it can only be achieved if
we have undergone a conversion of heart which
leads us to understand that it is not how much we
give, but how much love we put into giving.
OUR GIFTS TO GOD
Thank you for your generous stewardship.
Week ending September 20, 2015
Regular Collection (237env)
Mailed in contributions:
Online Giving: 9/14-20/2015
Total:
$ 11,350.76
$ 1,824.46
$ 2,072.62
$ 15,247.84
Attendance: 1977
SCHEDULED SECOND COLLECTIONS:
1st Sunday: Debt Reduction
5th Sunday: Social Ministry
Sign up for Online Giving by visiting www.stjta.org
DSF 2015 ~
“GO FORTH AND BEAR FRUIT
THAT WILL LAST…”
Parish Goal for 2015:
Amount Paid:
Amount Pledged:
# of participants:
% paid at:
Report date:
$87,000.00
$69,773.71
$81,723.30
296
80.20%
9/21/2015
26TH SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME
Faith Formation News
For any questions, please contact the Faith Formation Office (281-353-5053 ext. 124)
Faith Formation Secretary: Rachel Weatherby - [email protected]
CFF (Grades 4-6 & 7-8): Jackie Brown - [email protected]
CFF (Grades 1-3 & 9-12): Theresa Avila - [email protected]
Adult Faith Formation: David Dziena – [email protected]
Youth Ministry Middle & High School: A.J. Bituin – [email protected]
Youth Ministry News
High School Youth Nights: All parishioners in High School are welcome to attend our youth nights each Wednesday
from 7:30-9pm in the parish hall. Join us for dinner, activities, and fellowship. Bring a friend! Upcoming meetings are October 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th
Junior High Youth Nights: All parishioners in Junior High School are welcome to join our Junior High youth nights.
Come for food, games, and fun. Upcoming meetings are from 7-8:30pm on October 14th and 28th, in the JPII Room (behind
the church building).
Special Event: (Junior and Senior High Students) March of the Surviving Youth "BORN TO LOVE”: Saturday October
10th at the Catholic Charismatic Center, Houston. A bus will be departing from St. James (tentatively set for 7:30am)
—-DIOCESAN NEWS
Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary Devotion & Art*
Wednesday, Oct 7th, 7pm at St. Anthony of Padua
Catholic Church in the Woodlands, TX 77381
How can we honor Our Lady in her special
month of the rosary? Historically Our Lady of the
Rosary was called upon to stop the attack against
Christians in the 16th century. Let us once again implore Our Lady’s help to protect Christianity
throughout the world on the Feast Day of Our Lady
of the Rosary. All are invited to take part in the feast
in honor of Our Lady of the Rosary 7-7:30pm Procession and Crowning of the statue of Our Lady
National Day of Prayer at Planned Parenthood
of the Rosary; Praying the Rosary 7:30-8pm Scripture Meditation 8pm-9pm Exhibit in the Church*.
October 10th
9am to 11am
* Framed prints of Bl. Fra Angelico’s art depicting
Planned Parenthood - Spring Center - 4747 Louetta Rd.
the Rosary mysteries will be utilized during the reci- Join in the national outcry against the atrocities being performed at Planned Parenthood. Across the nation, thoutation of the Rosary, Scripture meditation and will be
sands of people will be gathering on the sidewalks of their
exhibited afterward.
White Mass
There will be a White
Mass to celebrate and
bless those in Healthcare
on Oct. 17th at 5pm at
the Co-Cathedral of Sacred Heart at 1111 San
Jacinto Pkwy.
Call 713-4902620 for more
information.
local Planned Parenthood to pray for all the women and
children being hurt.
Now is the time to take a stand for the voiceless and offer
them our witness.
Wear blue and bring flowers in memorial of the unborn
who will die on the 10th. Please feel free to bring your children, peaceful signs (no hateful language or graphic images), and don’t forget some water.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1638247203084175/
contact: [email protected]
ST. JAMES THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH
SPRING, TEXAS
—–MINISTERIO HISPANO
(Gracias por su ayuda Cristiana De Los Dones)
Fin de Semana del 20 de septiembre 2015
Colecta Regular (237 sobres)
Contribuciones enviadas por correo:
Contribuciones Vía línea:
Total:
Asistencia:
$ 11,350.76
$ 1,824.46
$ 2,072.62
$ 15,247.84
1977
SEGUNDA COLECTA PROGRAMADA:
1er domingo: Reducción de la deuda
5o domingo: MInisterio Social
SERVICIO DEL FONDO DIOCESANO 2015
“VAYAN Y DEN
FRUTO ABUNDANTE Y
DURADERO…”
Meta de la parroquia 2015:
Pagado:
Promesa:
# de participantes:
% pagado:
Fecha:
$87,000.00
$69,773.71
$81,723.30
296
80.20%
9/21/2015
NO se olvide de anotar la cantidad de
su donacion en sus sobres dominicales
cada semana para darle el credito apropiado
En 1972 el Papa Pablo VI revisó varios ministerios y
órdenes menores del clero.. Un ministerio que se
conservó fue el ministerio del acólito instituido.
Mientras que el término acólito es a veces usado
para referirse a los hombres y mujeres jóvenes que
ayudan en el altar (monaguillos), el ministerio de
acólito es una institución permanente. Debido a que
el ministerio tiene sus raíces en la formación de clero ordenado, el ministerio está reservado a los
hombres. El acólito instituido es designado para
ayudar al diácono y servir al sacerdote en la celebración de la liturgia. Él es un Ministro Extraordinario de la Sagrada Comunión sirviendo sólo cuando suficientes ministros ordinarios no están disponibles. Los hombres deben tener por lo menos la
edad de 21 años, totalmente entregados y estar
viviendo la vida Cristiana de una manera ejemplar
sin nada que los impida, por ejemplo (si es casado,
tiene que estar casado por la Iglesia Católica). Para
mas información, favor de comunicarse con el
Diácono Ray Oden en las oficinas de la parroquia.
Visite nuestra pagina al
www.stjta.org y reunase con nosotros
en el foro de Facebook.
Taller - Orando con Mi Familia
sabado 10 de octubre de 3pm a 4:45pm
en el salon grande de la parroquia
...Este taller para la
familia sera en Ingles...
Si está interesado,
habrá material en
Español
como libros, oraciones al final del taller.
Están todos invitados
(niños y adultos).
La Familia que ora
junta se mantiene
unida…
26to domingo del tiempo ordinario
Actividad de la Semana
Dé un paseo en auto. Observe los lugares de
culto en su comunidad. ¿Qué ve? ¿En
qué se parecen? ¿En qué son unicos?
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St. James the Apostle
22800 Aldine-Westfield Road
Spring, TX 77373
832-492-7167
Contact: Maria Thrift
[email protected]
Software:
Pub 2013
AAXI
Windows 8
Transmit: Monday afternoons
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: