St. Anthony`s School St Agnes Mission Church
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St. Anthony`s School St Agnes Mission Church
Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time October 20, 2013 ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA 5770 N. Maroa, Fresno Ca 93704-2038 (559) 439-0124 Fax: (559) 439-3050 www.stanthonyfresno.org Parish Office Hours Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm (open during lunch) Mass Schedule Saturday: 8:00am, 5:15pm (Vigil Mass), 7:00pm (Spanish) Sunday: 8:00am, 9:30am, 11:00am, 1:00pm (Spanish), 3:30pm (Latin), 6:00pm Daily Mass Schedule (September - May) Monday - Thursday: 6:45am, 8:00am Friday: 6:45am, 8:45am First Friday: 5:30pm (Chapel) Misa en español del Primer Viernes: 7:00pm (Capilla de Guadalupe) Perpetual Adoration 24 hours a day, 7 days a week located in the Parish Office Sacrament of Reconciliation (confesiones) Saturday: 11:00am - 12:00pm AND 2:30pm - 4:30pm St Agnes Mission Church 111 W. Birch St., Pinedale, Ca 93650 (559) 439-2100 www.stagnesfresno.org Office Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00 - 4:00pm (Closed for lunch 12:30 - 1:30pm) (Closed Wednesdays) Mass Schedule Sunday: 9:00am, 10:30am (Spanish) No Daily Mass Sacrament of Reconciliation Confessions will be held at St. Anthony's Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Tuesday: 7:00 - 8:00pm St. Anthony’s School 5680 N. Maroa, Fresno, Ca 93704 (559) 435-0700 Fax: (559) 435-6749 www.sasfresno.com Principal: Mrs. Kim Cochran page 2 Message from Bishop Ochoa October 20, 2013 Sacraments www.stanthonyfresno.org page 3 READINGS CAN BE FOUND AT #1014 Banns of Marriage The following couples will marry in the coming weeks: Salvador Gonzalez, Jr. and Tiffany Soliz Jerrett Thomason and Meghan Olsen If you know of any canonical reason for them not to be married, please contact the Parish Office. Baptisms We welcome the infants who were recently initiated into the family of Christ. May they always feel the love of God working through their lives as they are guided by their parents and godparents. Paloma Bolanos, Jackson David Compolongo, Adrian Yair Diaz-Becerra, Sophia Fernandez, Alexander Garcia, Carmen Quintero, Giselle Guadalupe Reyes Pray for the Sick: We pray for Susan Tawes, Luz Lindain, Vera Migliore and all those who are sick. May they feel God’s healing power through our prayers. Condolences: We pray for Barbara Harloff, Jody Ann Osborne, Marie Waite, Chuck Shwiyaht, Cipriana Irene Salsedo, Erma Adoline Trowe and all the faithful departed. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Readings and Mass Intentions (October 20 - October 27 , 2013) Sunday 10/20 8:00 am 9:30 am 11:00 am 1:00 pm (Spanish) 3:30 pm (Latin) 6:oo pm 6:45 am 8:00 am Tuesday 10/22 6:45 am 8:00 am Rom 4:20-25; Lk 1:69-75; Lk 12:13-21 Intentions of John Berg by Margaret Berg † Francis Bernadicou by Dick & Alyce Fourchy Rom 5:12, 15b, 17-19, 20b-21; Ps 40:7-10, 17; Lk 12:35-38 † Joaquin Maciel, Jr by his family † Nettie Armas by Gary & Elaine Bethke Wednesday 10/23 6:45 am 8:00 am Rom 6:12-18; Ps 124:1b-8; Lk 12:39-48 † Anthony Coelho by MaryKay & Tom Hackett † Peggy Samson by her famiy Thursday 10/24 6:45 am 8:00 am Friday 10/25 6:45 am 8:00 am Rom 6:19-23; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Lk 12:49-53 † Bambi Gonzalez by Elenita Verano † Mary T. & Joseph Stittich by their daughters Rom 7:18-25a; Ps 119:66, 68, 76-77, 93-94; Lk 12:54-59 † John Hopkins by Ceil & John Norton † Pietro & Davidina Mastrocinque by Rosanna Lampman Saturday 10/26 8:00 am 5:15 pm 7:00 pm (Spanish) Sunday 10/27 #1017 Eduardo Arruda by Sami & Dina Shwiyhat & family Manuel Candaza by Judy Simuns Leta Smith by Gayle Smith Frank Fagan by SA– Silver Angels 8:00 am 9:30 am 11:00 am 1:00 pm (Spanish) 3:30 pm (Latin) 6:oo pm Intentions † Elliott D. Cheilpegian by Rod, Joseph & Kathleen DeLuca Pro Populo † Art Uggla by Betty Uggla † Gilbert Barbo por Petra Barbo † John Orlando by Barbara Orlando † Gilbert Perez, Jr. by Chris, Teri & Mary Monday 10/21 Recently Requested Masses: Sister Flor Azevedo by Betty Uggla Norma Jean Liscano by Betty Uggla Ex 17:8-13; Ps 121:1-8; 2 Tm 3:14 - 4:2; Lk 18:1-8 #1014 Rom 8:1-11; Ps 24:1b-4ab, 5-6; Lk 13:1-9 † Lorranie Forestiere by her children † Thomas Olson by Marketa Limova † Francisca Bravo por sus hijos Sir 35:12-14, 16-18; Ps 34:2-3, 17-19, 23; 2 Tm 4:6-8, 16-18; Lk 18:9-14 † Elliott Chielpegian by Todd & Kristi Wilson †Gerald Richard Berg by Margaret Berg Intentions of Lorraine Kerns by Teri, Chris & Mary † Roy Silva by J. Silva † Rudy Facio by Larry & Felicia Korth Pro Populo ALL SOULS 2013 As we approach November 2, All Souls Day, it is an ancient tradition to pray for our family and friends who have died and are in the arms of Our Savior. We will publish all the names you enroll on your All Souls envelopes in a Book of Remembrance. This memorial book will be in the St. Anthony’s sanctuary the entire month of November. Please write legibly so we can honor your loved ones properly! Envelopes are available at all the entrances and the Parish Office. ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA All Saints Day ~ Holy Day of Obligation Thursday, October 31 ~ Vigil Mass 6:00pm English Friday, November 1 6:45am English 8:45am English 12:15pm Latin (Guadalupe Chapel) English 5:30pm 7:00pm Spanish Saturday, November 2 ~ All Souls Day 7:00pm Dia de los Muertos - Spanish Religious Education Page 4 October 20, 2013 R.C.I.A. (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) Sessions for adults seeking any of the initiation Sacraments: Baptism, Confirmation or First Eucharist are held on Tuesdays at 6:30pm in the Conference Room of the Parish Center. If you have questions, please contact Martha @ [email protected] or 439-0124, ext. 114. Reflection…….. • True faith is not seen as much in outbursts of praise as it is in constant, steady prayer. • Stay faithful to God, as He is faithful to you. • Prayer must be persistent not reactionary or perfunctory. • Being indifferent to those in distress is not love or justice. Indifference is a violation of virtue. Engaging in the daily struggle is the way of Christ. THE NEW LITTLE ROCK SCRIPTURE STUDY SERIES ON ISAIAH has begun but there’s still room for YOU to join us on Tuesdays at 7:00pm in the Board Room of the Parish Center. See what the great prophet has to tell us about the Wisdom of the Lord in our age. New “students” always welcome. Materials available from facilitator for $15. Adult Confirmation: If you are Catholic, older than high school and have been thinking about investigating how to receive your Confirmation, you’ve found it! Sessions are held on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:00pm in the Conference Room of the Parish Center. New folks are welcome at any time… but NOW is a GREAT time to start with the formation process. Join us Tuesday or call Martha for more details: 439-0124, ext. 114 or [email protected] Middle School Youth Group All 6th, 7th & 8th graders always welcome! LIFE TEEN All teens in High School are welcome to attend our 6:00pm Mass. Come sit up front in the Main Section of the Church. Bring a friend!! Oct 20th - Visalia Youth Day Oct 27th- “What if?” Nov 2nd - Inspiration Six Flags Nov 17th - Life Night For more information call:Sharon @ 439-0124 ext 111 or e-mail: [email protected] NEW DAY AND TIME Sunday Afternoons 3:30pm - 4:45pm God is calling YOU to be a CORE Team Member! Pick up a application at the Parish Office Today! EDGE Every Sunday 3:30PM - 4:45PM in the Social Hall For more information call Jenise @439-0124 ext 110 or [email protected] GRADES K - 6th Classes are held on: Sundays @ 3:30 - 4:45pm or Tuesdays @ 6:30 - 7:45pm We will accept late registrations on school campus 30 minutes before classes begin . Registration forms are available in the Parish Office and on our website: www.stanthonyfresno.org For more information contact: Mary Briseño at 439-0124 ext. 119 [email protected] 2ND YEAR OF SACRAMENT PREPARATION Children who are in their 2nd year of Sacrament Preparation in the GIFT Program are required to attend 12 mandatory meetings along with their parent(s) as stated in the GIFT Registration Form. Our 2nd meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 24th from 6:30 - 7:45pm. Take your child(ren) to the classrooms and parents go to the Guadalupe Chapel. I look forward to seeing all 2nd year families there. Parish Ministries www.stanthonyfresno.org The Silver Angels Senior Ministry invites you to join us at our th SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9 , 8:00am – 5:00pm & SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10th, 8:00am – 1:00pm We will have an eclectic assortment of items including jewelry, baked goods, gift baskets, holiday gifts and décor, and homemade craft items. Ms. Jean Chaffee will again join us to personally autograph her book selections. Pasta or Croissant Sandwich Lunches:$5.00 Complimentary Beverages. See you there! † TAIZÉ PRAYER SERVICE † Everyone is welcome to join us on Monday, October 28th from 7:30pm - 8:30pm in the Main at St. Anthony of Padua Church. The experience of Taizé is the singing of refrains, hearing Scripture, praying, simplicity and silence for an extended period of time. This prayer is for people of all ages. The music is easy, repetitive, uplifting, very meditative and moving. We sing, we pray, we meditate and we leave in peace. It is very simple. For questions? Call: 439-0124, x112. “Be Still and know that I am God.” ~ Psalm 46:10 ANNUAL MEMORIAL MASS NOVEMBER 9th @ 10AM IN THE MAIN CHURCH For the month of November, we will have the Annual Memorial Mass in lieu of the Monthly Memorial Mass. This is a special Mass which is offered for our loved ones who have died within the past twelve months. This will take place on Saturday November 9, 2013 @ 10am St. Anthony of Padua Church. If you have a name that needs to be added to our list and plan to attend, please call Office of Ministries at: 439-0124, ext. 112 or 105. Thank you and may God bless you and give you peace. Parishioners: The Silver Angels Senior Ministry invites you to join us for our annual patriotic celebration: “A STARS AND STRIPES TRIBUTE” featuring Georgie Dayton and Ron Surabian, from “New Wrinkles” Tuesday, November 5, 2013, @ 11:30am PARDINI’S (Shaw & Van Ness) Entrée: Ham - Price: $12.00 ALL attendees are encouraged to make advanced reservations: Price: $12.00; At the door: $15.00 We look forward to seeing you! page 5 ST. ANTHONY FOOD DRIVE † OCTOBER 26th & 27th NEXT WEEKEND! On the weekend of October 26th & 27th please, bring your nonperishable food items to the truck that will be located in the Church parking lot, someone from the Knight of Columbus will be there to help assist with your bags. What is needed most is: canned tuna, canned fruit or vegetables and tomato sauce, peanut butter, 1lb. bags of beans and rice, cereals, etc. Monetary donations are also greatly appreciated; please mail or make checks payable to: Catholic Charities 149 N. Fulton Street Fresno, CA 93701. We thank you in advance for your kind generosity! If you would like to volunteer your time in serving others, please contact Catholic Charities at: (559) 237-0851. “Lord, help me to make time today to serve you in those who are most in need of encouragement or assistance.” ~St. Vincent de Paul GRIEF JOURNEY SUPPORT GROUP An 8 -Week Session of Grief Journey has begun @ St. Anthony of Padua Church on Saturdays in the Parish Office Boardroom @ 9:00am Given by: Sylvia Miller, Ed.D, RN Faith Community Nurse The Grief Journey is a unique transition for all who experiences the loss of a loved one, but you do not have to travel this journey alone. Anyone who has lost a loved one and is going through the grief process is encouraged to attend. For more information, please contact Office of Ministries at: 439-0124, x112. FATIMA’S FAITHFUL MINISTRY Fatima's Faithful Group will meet on Thursday, October 24th @ 6pm in the Conference Room. Also, all those who read the book “33 Days to Morning Glory” are encouraged to attend this meeting; we will have a follow-up about the book & Consecration, please bring your book & Miraculous medal. Light refreshments served. For questions please contact Sophia at: 298-3550, if you plan to attend. News You Can Use Page 6 October 20 2013 ST. ANTHONY’S SCHOOL ELECTRONICS RECYCLING FUNDRAISER Sunday, October 13th AND Sunday, October 20th 9:00am - 3:00pm This is a perfect way to clean out your closets, garages, homes and office of all your old electronics for FREE and Benefit the School. For all TV’s, Computers, Monitors, Laptops, Printers, Cell Phones, Print Cartridges etc received, Electronic Recyclers International will donate money to the school. All items received will be recycled!! Please pass this information on to all your co-workers, family and friends, as the more we collect the more money the school will receive! If you drop off a Computer Monitor or TV please stop by the school office sometime during the week and add your name and address to the collection log. A NOTE OF GRATITUDE! We would like to express our gratitude to Liz and her professional team from NorthStar Photography who volunteered their time and talent and products to photograph our volunteers for the Religious Education program. This included about 60 individuals. This will allow us to provide ID Badges which is a great safety issue and gives our program a professional feel. Thanks so much! A RETREAT JUST FOR THE MEN! Do you feel like you want to get closer to God? Experience a lasting change in your life with the Lord, family and workplace. You’re invited to a wonderful retreat away from the daily pressures and deadlines. November 15 - 17, 2013 St. Anthony Retreat Center - Three Rivers Contact: Gary Carrasco at 974-2994 Petunia’s Place Fine books for children & young adults Petunia’s Place Bookstore in the Opus 1 Shopping Center (N/W corner Palm/Bullard) is pleased to partner with St Anthony School for fundraising. The month of October is designated for our parish school and all purchases made by families from our parish and school will be applied toward that goal. Wonderful books and accessories and hands-onmaterials that will delight any child of all ages are available. So, bring your Christmas shopping list along, help our school and get a big start on holiday gifts. Be sure to mention to the bookstore owners that you are a St. Anthony member! Queen of the Holy Family Guild FIG GARDEN GOLF CLUB invites all women of the Parish to their THANKSGIVING FEAST on THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7 6:00 - 8:00pm at the Parish Hall For more information, please contact Pat at 431-5246 or Alice at 222-7005. SCHEDULE $175 Greens Fees Sponsorships Available 10:00am Registration begins with lunch (BBQ’d sausage sandwich) 11:00am Shotgun Start 5:00pm Ribs N’ Tips BBQ dinner will follow the awards ceremony and raffle Refreshments will be served on course. For information or to volunteer call: Paul McDougal 779-3129 or Steve Orlando 269-0445 MANY THANKS TO OUR “RIBBON INSTALLATION” COMMITTEE: The ribbon bookmarks have been placed in the Journeysongs books in the pews. Lucy, Irene, Kate, Ellie, Nicole, Daniella, Lisa, Sam & Grace were our wonderful angels who got the job done in one afternoon. They were fabulous ~ we surely couldn’t have done it without them! We’ll now be able to mark 5 different pages in the books & keep track of the readings, the Order of Mass & some favorite prayers and hymns. Thanks too to all who contributed to the Parish Improvement fund this month so that we were able to invest in these ribbon-markers. Your assistance and stewardship in taking care of this new investment is much appreciated. www.stanthonyfresno.org Around our Diocese page 7 TODAY is World Mission Sunday! We are called to this Eucharistic Celebration and invited to “do good on earth,” to be missionary by putting our faith into action in support of the work of missionaries like Sister Clara who rescues girls from human trafficking in India, giving them a loving home. Your prayers and generous gifts to the Society for the Propagation of the Faith on World Mission Sunday support the tireless work of so many priests, religious and lay leaders around the world as they offer practical, emotional and spiritual care to communities, children and families in desperate need, bringing the light of Christ to the darkest of circumstances. For more information visit: www.IAmAMissionary.org. SACRED RELICS OF THE SAINTS: TREASURES OF THE CHURCH Friday, October 25 - 6:00pm St. Joachim Catholic Church, Madera If anyone desires the return to Jesus’ love and merciful forgiveness, which seems lost as the result of an abortion, there is help through RACHEL’S VINEYARD MINISTRIES. The next retreat is scheduled for November 8 - 10, 2013 in Fresno. To register or for more information, call Jennifer Butcher at 877-629-6626 or Elizabeth Fagundes at 731-6291 or visit Rachel’s Vineyard website at www.rachelsvineyard.org. **Communication is highly confidential.** 11:00am - Lunch 12:00 noon - Shotgun Start4 Player Scramble $150 per player includes: green fees, cart, range balls, lunch and tri-tip buffet dinner For more information, please contact Bob Merkle at 240-9644. Among the treasures will be relics of St. Maris Goretti, St. Therese of Lisieux, St. Francis of Assisi, St. Anthony of Padua, St. Thomas Aquinas and St. Faustina Kowlaska; some of these relics are over 2000 years old. In addition, there will also be a portion of the veil of Our Lady, as well as one of the largest remaining pieces of the True Cross in world. Fr. Carols Martins of the Companions of the Cross will bring his very special ministry to teach about these holy objects. Please do not miss this opportunity. You are encouraged to bring your articles of devotion (such as rosaries, holy cards, etc) and pictures of ill friends/family members which you will be able to touch to the reliquaries as a means of intercession. WELCOME TO SAINT ANTHONY OF PADUA CHURCH We are happy you have joined us today in the celebration of our Holy Mass. We invite you to become acquainted with our worship community and explore all the faith resources available to you, your family and friends. Please stop by at our reception table under the patio after 11:00am Mass, we’d love to say hello! HISPANIC MINISTRIES / MINISTERIOS HISPANOS Pagina 8 BIENVENIDOS: Bienvenidos a St. Anthony of Padua. BAUTISMOS: Bautizos en español para niños se celebran cada otro sábado del mes a las 9am en la Iglesia. Se requiere que los padres y los padrinos del niño/a asistan a una charla de preparación bautismal. Los padrinos de bautismo deben ser católicos practicantes que asistan regularmente a la misa y comulguen para proveer el ejemplo necesario al niño/a. Los padrinos pueden ser personas solteras; pero si es un matrimonio deben estar casados por la Iglesia. Se les recuerda a los padres que no deben posponer el bautismo de sus hijos. La enseñanza de la Iglesia Católica es que los niños deben ser bautizados a pocas semanas después de haber nacido. Pase a la oficina para mas información y sobre platicas Pre-Bautismales! PLATICAS PRE-BAUTISMALES: Las charlas pre-bautismales se dan ciertos sábados del mes a las 9:00am. Pase a la oficina de la parroquia para anotarse ANTES DE ASISTIR A LAS PLATICAS y ver calendario de fechas de platicas disponibles. PRESENTACIONES: Las familias que desean presentar a sus hijos recién nacidos, de 40 días, o 3 años en la iglesia, necesitan pasar antes a la oficina de la parroquia para reservar y registrar la fecha de presentación durante las misa de 7:00pm o 1:00pm. NOTA: Todos los niños son bienvenidos, sin embargo debido a las distintas celebraciones que se llevan acabo durante la misa, si la familia no anota a sus hijos para la presentación no podrá hacer la presentación en la misa. Prioridad de las fechas disponibles se dará a las familias que están registradas en la parroquia. Horario para las Misas de Todos los Santos DÍA DE PRECEPTO OBLIGACIÓN DE ASISTIR A MISA Misa de vigilia Jueves 31 de octubre, 6pm (ingles) Día de Todos los Santos - 1ro de noviembre 6:45am(ingles), 8:45am(ingles), 12:15pm(Latín) 5:30pm(ingles) y 7:00pm(español). AÑO DE LA FE - 20 de octubre, 2013 Domingo Mundial de las Misiones Mensaje del Santo Padre Queridos hermanos y hermanas: Este año celebramos la Jornada Mundial de las Misiones mientras se clausura el Año de la fe, ocasión importante para fortalecer nuestra amistad con el Señor y nuestro camino como Iglesia que anuncia el Evangelio con valentía. En esta prospectiva, querría plantear algunas reflexiones. La fe es un don precioso de Dios, el cual abre nuestra mente para que lo podamos conocer y amar, Él quiere relacionarse con nosotros para hacernos participes de su misma vida y hacer que la nuestra esté más llena de significado, que sea más buena, más bella. ¡Dios nos ama! Pero la fe, necesita ser acogida, es decir, necesita nuestra respuesta personal, el coraje de poner nuestra confianza en Dios, de vivir su amor, agradecidos por su infinita misericordia. Es un don que no se reserva sólo a unos pocos, sino que se ofrece a todos generosamente. ¡Todo el mundo debería poder experimentar la alegría de ser amados por Dios, el gozo de la salvación! Y es un don que no se puede conservar para uno mismo, sino que debe ser compartido. Si queremos guardarlo sólo para nosotros mismos, nos convertiremos en cristianos aislados, estériles y enfermos. El anuncio del Evangelio es parte del ser discípulos de Cristo y es un compromiso constante que anima toda la vida de la Iglesia. «Que la Palabra del Señor siga avanzando y sea glorificada» (2 Ts 3, 1): que este Año de la fe haga cada vez más fuerte la relación con Cristo, el Señor, pues sólo en él tenemos la certeza para mirar al futuro y la garantía de un amor auténtico y duradero» (Carta Ap. Porta fidei, 15). Este es mi deseo para la Jornada Mundial de las Misiones de este año. Bendigo de corazón a los misioneros y misioneras y a todos los que acompañan y apoyan este compromiso fundamental de la Iglesia para que el anuncio del Evangelio pueda resonar en todos los rincones de la tierra, y nosotros, ministros del Evangelio y misioneros, experimentaremos “la dulce y confortadora alegría de evangelizar” (Pablo VI, Exhort. Ap. Evangelii nuntiandi, 80). Papa Francisco MISAS EN ESPAÑOL: SÁBADO 7:00PM Y DOMINGO 1:00PM - AÑO DE LA FE MINISTERIOS HISPANOS / HISPANIC MINISTRIES 20 de octubre, 2013 Page 9 CATECISMO – PRIMERA COMUNIÓN PARA LOS GRADOS DEL K - 8 LAS CLASES YA COMENZARON! Domingos de 3:30-4:45pm NOTA IMPORTANTE ULTIMA SEMANA DE INSCRIPCIONES! Si aun no han inscrito a sus hijos al programa HOY los pueden inscribir de 2:45pm a 3:15pm en la escuela de la parroquia! Para mas información llame a Mary Briseño al 439-0124 ex. 119 SIEMPRE ESTAMOS NECESITANDO CATEQUISTAS VOLUNTARIOS ¡FE VIVA! Viviendo Nuestra Fe a través del Corazón de la Iglesia. Se inicia la Campaña Anual del Obispo 2013-2014 Esta es una invitación para nuestra parroquia para unirse con las demás 89 parroquias de la diócesis a colaborar unidos para responder a las necesidades de nuestra iglesia Diocesana. Los fondos son esenciales para el apoyo a seminaristas y vocaciones, a los ministerios de catequesis, pastoral juvenil, y pastoral familiar; los cuales finalmente benefician a todas las parroquias. Otra vez se puede Dar por Teléfono Mobil, que permite a todo feligrés con teléfono celular a “dar-por-texto” en incrementos de $5 o $10 utilizando un código especial asegurando un crédito de su donación a su parroquia. Este método de dar tendrá también mucho menos impacto en el presupuesto de su familia cuando se extiende por varios meses en su factura de teléfono celular. Por favor asegúrese de recoger el Boletín Informativo ¡Fe Viva! 2013-2014 el cual explica el “Dar-por-Texto” para su parroquia como también ofrece aspectos de importancia de la Campana Anual. Otra vez este año, le invitamos a que haga su donativo a la campana por Internet visitando:www.dioceseoffresno.org/baa haciendo clic en “Dónate” para la Campaña Anual del Obispo. AÑO DE LA FE - Gracias a todos los voluntarios que escucharon anteriormente el llamado de ser catequistas para el programa de Educación Religiosa. Estamos bendecidos por todos los que respondieron a ese llamado y ya están sirviendo! Pero, aun estamos necesitando voluntarios para el catecismo del día Jueves. Si estas interesada/o en aprender mas de tu fe mientras la compartes con los niños, ponte en contacto con Mary Briseño al 439-0124 ex. 119 para mas información. [email protected] Anímate y haz la diferencia en la vida de los niños de nuestra comunidad. CONFIRMACIÓN EN ESPAÑOL Próxima reunión - domingo 27 de octubre 3:30pm ÚLTIMOS DÍAS DE INSCRIPCIÓN! @Pontifex_es 14 oct. Queridos jóvenes, no tengan miedo a dar pasos definitivos en la vida. Tengan confianza, el Señor no los abandonará. MISAS EN ESPAÑOL: SÁBADO 7:00PM Y DOMINGO 1:00PM - AÑO DE LA FE www.stanthonyfresno.org Catholic Corner ARDENT LONGING FOR GOD October 20, 2013 ~ PSALM 63: 2-9 O God, you are my God whom I seek; for you my flesh pines and my soul thirsts like the earth, parched, lifeless and without water. Thus I have gazed toward you in the sanctuary to see your power and your glory. For your kindness is a greater good than life; my lips shall glorify you. Thus will I bless you while I live; lifting up my hands, I will call your name. As with the riches of a banquet shall my soul be satisfied, and with exultant lips my mouth shall praise you. I will remember you upon my couch , and through the nightwatches I will meditate on you. That you are my help, and in the shadow of your wings I shout for joy. My soul clings fast to you; your right hand upholds me. Amen. What is prayer? Do what you can, and pray for what you cannot, and so God will grant you the ability to do it. Georges Bernanos (1888-1948, French writer) Prayer is turning the heart toward God. When a person prays, he enters into a living relationship with God. [CCC 2558-2565] Prayer is the great gate leading into faith. Someone who prays no longer lives on his own, for himself, and by his own strength. He knows there is a God to whom he can talk. People who pray entrust themselves more and more to God. Even now they seek union with the Praying does not mean listening to yourself speak; praying means calming down and being still and waiting until you hear God. SOREN KIERKEGAARD (1813-1855) For me, prayer is a surge of the heart; it is a simple look turned toward heaven; it is a cry of recognition and of love, embracing both trial and joy. ST. THERESE OF LISIEUX (1873-1897) one whom they will encounter one day face to face. Therefore, the effort to pray daily is part of Christian life. Of course, one cannot learn to pray in the same way one learns a technique. As strange as it sounds, prayer is a gift one obtains through prayer. What prompts a person to pray? We pray because we are full of an infinite longing and God has created us men for himself: “Our hearts are restless until they rest in you” (St. Augustine). But we pray also because we need to; Mother Teresa says, “Because I cannot rely on myself, I rely on Him, twenty-four hours a day. [CCC 2566-2567, 2591] Often we forget God, run away from Him and hide. Whether we avoid thinking about God or deny Him - He is always there for us. He seeks us before we seek Him; He yearns for us, He calls us. You speak with your conscience and suddenly notice that you are speaking with God. “They should seek God in the hope that they might feel after Him and find Him. Yet He is not far from each one of us.” ACTS 17:27 You feel lonely, have no one to talk with, and then sense that God is always available to talk. You are in danger and experience that a cry for help is answered by God. Praying is a human as breathing, eating, and loving. Praying purifies. Praying makes it possible to resist temptations. Praying removes fear, increases energy, and gives a second wind. Praying makes one happy. How are the Psalms important for our prayer? Suddenly I experience the silence like a presence. At the heart of this silence was the One who is Himself silence, peace and tranquility. Georges Bernanos (1888-1948) Article courtesy of YOUCAT pages 258, 260 The Psalms, along with the Our Father, are part of the Church’s great treasury of prayers. In them the praise of God is sung in an ageless way. There are 150 Psalms in the OLD TESTAMENT. They are a collection of songs and prayers, some of them several thousand years old, which are still prayed today in the Church community - in the so-called Liturgy of the Hours. The Psalms are among the most beautiful texts in the world literature and move even modern readers immediately by their spiritual power. DR. 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