August 24, 2014 - St. Joseph Catholic Church

August 24, 2014 - St. Joseph Catholic Church

PARISH STAFF
Rev. Hector J. Madrigal, Pastor
Leo Ramos
Deacon
Luz M. Casillas de Cárdenas
Administrative Assistant
Rocío González
Receptionist/Secretary
Sandy Brisley
Bookkeeper
Eva Guzmán
Director of Faith Formation
Loretta Martinez
Bulletin/Web Editor
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Phil Seidenberger - Parish Council President
Sonia Higgins - Finance Council President
Denice Haley - Altar Society President
Adult Faith Formation
Lisa Alvarez - Children’s Faith Formation
Steve and Alejandra Miller—Youth Directors
Lola Wooten - Saint Luke’s Ministry
Music Ministry
Yolanda Hernandez - 5:00 pm Saturday Mass
8:00 am Sunday Mass
Pat Carathers - 11:00 am Sunday Mass
Angi Seidenberger
Saint Joseph School Principal
Miechele Ronquillo
School Board President
Josie Herrera
Parent Teachers Organization President
Gail Saiz
St. Joseph Day Care Center Director
Office Hours
Monday—Thursday 8:30am—3:30pm
Friday 8:30 am-12:00 noon
Lunch 12:00pm-1:00pm
Sacrament of Reconciliation
( Confession )
Saturday 3:40 PM - 4:30 PM
or by appointment
Holy Sacrifice of the Mass
Saturday 5:00PM Sunday 8:00 & 11:00 AM-English
Spanish Mass 1:00 PM
Mon., Wed., Thurs. & Fri. 8:15 AM
Tuesday 6:30 PM
Adoration Chapel
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Monday 8:00 a.m. — 10:00 p.m.
Tuesday-Friday 5:00 a.m. — 10:00 p.m.
Saturday 5:00 a.m. — 3:00 p.m.
August 24, 2014
Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time
Vigésimo Primer Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario
St. Joseph Parish Mission Statement
We are a family united in our Catholic faith:
To welcome all God’s children,
And continue Christ’s mission of
Love, Service and Education
To the Community.
Saint Joseph Catholic Church
4122 South Bonham Street
Amarillo, Texas 79110-1113
806-355-5621 (Office) / 806-355-5622 (Fax)
Email: [email protected]
Website: stjosephamarillo.com
Diocesan website: amarillodiocese.org
BULLETIN DEADLINE: Monday at noon
CAMPUS OFFICES
Saint Joseph Elementary School 806-359-1604
Saint Joseph Day Care Center 806-353-7043
Holy Cross Catholic Academy 806-355-9637
Children’s Faith Formation (K-5)
and Youth Faith Formation (6-12)
Wednesdays: 7:00 p.m.—8:30 p.m.
Saint Joseph School Classrooms
I.T.” Impacting Teens
Third Sunday of the month
Sacrament of Baptism
First Monday of the month-English Classes
First Tuesday of the month-Spanish Classes
Sacrament of Matrimony
Contact the Parish Office
Welcome to St. Joseph Catholic Church!
4122 S. Bonham St.
Amarillo, TX 79110
"I will give you the keys to the
kingdom of heaven. Whatever you
bind on earth shall be bound in
heaven; and whatever you loose on
earth shall be loosed in heaven." Then
he strictly ordered his disciples to tell no one that he was
the Christ. - Mt 16:19-20
PARISH INFORMATION
ST. JOSEPH SCHOOL NEWS
St. Joseph is off to a great start! We began
our year celebrating with "Happy New
Year" hats and noisemakers to celebrate a
great beginning for our NEW school
year. Fr. Hector gave our students back
21st Sunday in Ordinary Time
pack blessings in our courtyard area and we prayed for a
successful year. It's not too late to join our family! We
would love to answer any questions you may have about our
"You are Peter, and upon this school. Contact us today! 806.359.1604
rock I will build my church."
The name Peter is significant.
CHILDREN ’ S FAITH FORMATION
It comes from a word that Parents! We will be registering your
means "rock." When Jesus children after all the masses this
gives this new name to Simon, weekend. Please be sure and get them
he is identifying this chosen apostle as a foundation registered as soon as possible so we can get
upon which his church will stand. This verse, along the books ordered. I'm still in need of three
with the constant practice of church tradition ever since assistants, so if you feel the calling of
that moment, explains the office of the papacy. The helping with our program, be sure and let us know when
pope, even to this day, is a direct successor of Saint registering. Have a great week!
Peter. An unbroken historical line traces right back to
Christ himself, when he gave "the keys to the kingdom
IMPACTING TEENS
of heaven" to Peter. In establishing Peter as the first First day of IT will be September 17th. If you have any
pope, Jesus was putting a structure in place that has questions please feel free to call the church office or e-mail
us at [email protected]
We look forward to
proved to be a brilliant one. Because it is built on a firm seeing you and your teens!!
foundation, the Catholic Church has been able to
persevere for millennia through schisms, wars,
ADULT FAITH FORMATION
scandals, and the persistent presence of sin in its all-too Scripture Study is Sunday at 9:15 am for all baptized, open
all members of St. Joseph. The topic for August 24th is
-human members. The church has maintained to
“Anointing of the Sick” (Our Lady of Sorrows Room)
consistency and unity in her teaching thanks to the
headship of the pope. It really is remarkable that an
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
institution so old can still be so vital in this day and age. St. Joseph’s Parish is seeking a Part-time Youth Minister.
Thus far, the prophetic utterance of Christ remains true, This position is open immediately and we are seeking the
"the gates of the netherworld shall not prevail against right candidate to serve our parish. The nature of the
it." Jesus must have been thinking of us, of all future ministry requires the candidates to be bilingual (English &
Christians, when he established the papacy. Just as Spanish). For more information please contact Luz
Jesus instructed Peter after the Resurrection to "Feed Cárdenas, Administrative Assistant at St. Joseph´s Parish,
my lambs...feed my sheep," (Jn 21:15, 17), so too our 806-355-5621
Holy Father continues the mission to care for us like a
good shepherd. We may be thousands of miles from
ALTAR SOCIETY
him, but his prayers and his leadership serve our local The Altar Society has their Baby Basket ministry on display
Catholic community
this weekend in the gathering area. If you are expecting a
nonetheless. The pope's care
newborn and have not registered with us, please consider
for us will always be a
doing it so we can present you with a baby basket fill with
reminder of the loving concern
goodies upon the arrival of your new born. Let us join with
of Christ for his church.
you and celebrate the gift of life.
NOTICIAS DE LA PARROQUIA
NOTICIAS DE LA ESCUELA DE SAN JOSÉ
¡La Escuela de San José ha tenido un gran inicio! Nos pusimos
gorras de “Feliz Año Nuevo” e hicimos ruido con matracas para
celebrar el gran comienzo de nuestro NUEVO Año Escolar. En
el jardín de oración el Padre Héctor bendijo las mochilas de
nuestros estudiantes y oramos para tener un año exitoso. ¡Aún
no es tarde para que se una a nuestra familia escolar! Si usted
tiene preguntas acerca de nuestra escuela con muchísimo gusto
las contestaremos. Llámenos al 806-359-1604
FORMACIÓN EN LA FE PARA NIÑOS
¡Padres de Familia! Este fin de semana después de todas las
Misas estaremos realizando inscripciones para las clases de
formación en la fe. Por favor inscriba a sus niños tan pronto
como le sea posible ya que así nosotros podremos saber cuántos
libros tendremos que ordenar. Aún necesitamos tres asistentes.
Si a usted le gustaría ayudar por favor hágamelo saber cuando
inscriba a sus niños. Gracias.
FORMACIÓN EN LA FE PARA ADOLESCENTES/I.T.
El primer día de clases será el 17 de septiembre. Si usted tiene
alguna pregunta favor de llamar a la oficina parroquial o mandarnos un email a [email protected] ¡Esperamos verlos a todos!
RETIRO DE MATRIMONIOS
El Grupo Matrimonio, Vida y Familia de San Vicente De Paul
les invita al Retiro para Matrimonios que se realizará el 5 y 6 de
septiembre en el Gimnasio de la Escuela de San José. El 5 de
septiembre de 7 a 9 p.m. y el 6 de septiembre de 8 a.m. a 7 p.m.
Acerquémonos al diálogo y a una intimidad con Dios para vivir
nuestra realidad en pareja y fortalecer nuestra familia. Este retiro es para todas las parejas, casadas o no. Habrá cuidado de
niños. Favor de llamar a la oficina parroquial de San José para
registrarse, el teléfono es 806-355-5621. ¡Los esperamos!
OPORTUNIDAD DE TRABAJO
Estamos buscando un Director para el Ministerio de Jóvenes.
Esta posición es de Medio Tiempo y está disponible de inmediato. Estamos buscando al candidato ideal que pueda servir a
nuestra parroquia y trabajar en colaboración con la Escuela Parroquial y la Guardería. La naturaleza de este ministerio requiere que el candidato sea totalmente bilingüe (Inglés y Español).
Para más información por favor comuníquese con Luz Cárdenas, Asistente Administrativa en la Oficina Parroquial al 806355-5621
Readings for the Week of August 24, 2014
Lecturas para la Semana del 24 de Agosto de 2014
Sunday/Domingo:
Is 22:19-23/Rom 11:33-36/Mt 16:13-20
†Emma Guevara
†Olivia Talamantez
8:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
by Nancy Pacheco
by Rosalie Schmidt,
Sandra Castillo and Rayna Talamantez
1:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
Parish Intentions
Mass
Monday/Lunes:
2 Thes 1:1-5, 11-12/Mt 23:13-22
No Mass
Tuesday/Martes:
2 Thes 2:1-3a, 14-17/Mt 23:23-26
No Mass
Wednesday/Miércoles:
8:15 a.m.
Thursday/Jueves:
8:15 a.m.
2 Thes 3:6-10, 16-18/Mt 23:27-32
Mass
1 Cor 1:1-9/Mt 24:42-51
†Matilda Anderle
by Monica Musick
Friday/Viernes:
1 Cor 1:17-25/Mk 6:17-29
Saturday/Sábado:
1 Cor 1:26-31/Mt 25:14-30
8:15 a.m.
Billy Huseman “Happy Birthday”
by Willie F. Huseman
5:00 p.m.
Jordan Webb “Happy Birthday”
by Gagu
Next Sunday: Jer 20:7-9/Rom 12:1-2/Mt 16:21-27
ADORATION CHAPEL
The Lord Needs Your Company!!!
Your commitment to fill the following hours (even on a temporary basis) would be
greatly appreciated, in order to relieve the few who have kept these hours covered at great sacrifice. Please call the coordinator if you can help with day or
night time hours.
Adoration Needs:
Wednesday
Thursday
Saturday
12:00 noon
2:00 pm
2:00 pm
He seeks your company and love.
Could you not watch one hour with Me? (Mt. 26:40)
If you cannot make your hour of Adoration please call:
Pam Marsh-Coordinator at 654-4397 or Louis Raef-Assistant 654-8608
SOCIEDAD DEL ALTAR—CANASTAS PARA BEBÉ
Este fin de semana la Sociedad del Altar tendrá en exposición
después de todas las Misas las canastas para bebé. Si usted está
esperando un bebé y todavía no se registra con nosotros, considero hacerlo para que así pueda obtener una canasta llena de
regalos para la llegada de su bebé. Déjenos compartir y celebrar con usted el regalo de la vida.
Please Pray for our Soldiers
Blase Musick, Jacob Tumbleson, Anthony J. Martello,
John Aaron Peña
Please Pray for our Sick
Rod Green, Theresa Manno, Sylvia Gleason, Rosina Newhouse, Charles Handley, Sue Martinez, Howard Birkenfeld, Julian Biggers, Anthony & John
Newhouse, Lydia Castillo, Carl Ault, G.G. League, Edward Martinez, Bob Gallager, Nina Morganti, Carmen Oviedo, Grisel Morales, Jose Ortiz , Gary Bellinghausen, Jenny C., Chase Sprigen, Christian Morales, M.L.Vigil, Margaret Bynum,
Linda King, Cecilia Gleason, Luca Buga, Willie Faye Huseman, Calista Huber,
Carmen Ramos, Sam Quintana, Patricia Eagle, Mary Rose Edgar,
Lola Wooten, Lynell Alison, Dale Hoover, Danita Vigil, Junior Manibog,
Evangelina Madrigal, Evelyn Mulá, Carol Saldaña , Carla Wilson,
Doris Larson, Tony Peña, Alberto Renteria, Sr., Greg Anderle,
Ezequiel Rodriquez, Cora Barela
Diocesan
News
HOLY CROSS CATHOLIC ADACEMY
Holy Cross Catholic Academy 2014-2015 school year is beginning with a
“pop”! This year, our students will come in and see red and gold throughout the
school giving them a renewed sense of school spirit and pride. Thanks to all
who helped with our facelift. Welcome back Mustangs!!
August 24th to 30th 2014
Del 24 al 30 de Agosto de 2014
RLM ADMIN. ASSISTANT OPENING
The Office of Life Marriage & Family Life of the Diocese of Amarillo is seeking one part-time administrative assist. This position must continually display
the values of: honesty, accountability, gratitude, generosity, joyful service,
proactive leadership, communication, and stewardship. In addition to projecting
a professional image, duties include overseeing and managing office procedures,
general clerical, receptionist, program administrative work and other tasks assigned by director. In addition the administrative assistant will assist with regular meetings, conferences, and annual events. Please submit all inquiries and
resume to: Director of RLM, S. Frausto, PO Box 5644, Amarillo, Texas 791075644
Sunday:
8:00 a.m. Mass-English
9:15
11:00
1:00
2:00
6:00
BISHOP DEFALCO RETREAT CENTER
The Bishop DeFalco Retreat Center is accepting wine donations
for the 11th Annual Wine Raffle to be held on Wednesday, September 17, 2014 at D’Vine Wine. Texas state law requires the use
of donated wine to be used in the annual event. For more info,
please contact the Retreat Center, 383-1811.
HOLY FAMILY CHURCH, NAZARETH TX
Sunday, August 31st, Labor Day Weekend Picnic and Parish Fund-Raiser at
Nazareth Community Hall and Surrounding Area, “The Forebears of the Forties” parade at 10:00 am, Bake Shoppe, Adult Raffle, Adult Bingo and Cow
Patty Bingo. Roast Beef Dinner, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, $10 for Adults; $5 for
those ten and younger. Children’s games and water events from 12:00 noon to
4:00 pm. “All Day Pass” armband Price: ages 8 & up $10; ages 7 & under $5.
All proceeds will benefit Holy Family Catholic Church.
GOD’S PLAN FOR A JOY-FILLED MARRIAGE
For TWO shall Be ONE - God's Plan for a Joy-Filled Marriage, when people
think of the Catholic Church’s teaching on sex and marriage, they often think of
a list of “prohibitions.” God’s Plan for a Joy-Filled Marriage offers a refreshing,
liberating vision of marriage and sexuality—one that helps couples (married &
discerning marriage) to fully embrace, and even celebrate, God’s glorious plan
for their lives. Now Available in English & Spanish For more info: 806-3832243 ext 129. Thursdays - September 11 – Hereford, San Jose Church both Eng.
Span. Fridays - September 12 – Amarillo, St. Hyacinth’s English Only October
30, 31, 1– 6,7,8 – Amarillo St. Joseph’s Spanish Only.
DIOCESAN WOMEN’S CONFERENCE 2014
September 13, Diocesan Women’s Conference~ The Way of the BRIDE, a
day of reflection of the Interior Life Exploring the beauties and intricacies of
Scripture’s “Spousal Analogy” where God reveals himself to be Husband of his
people, and where Christ comes to us as Bridegroom—and what that means to
us today. Topics Include - The Three False Loves ~Understand the Principle of
Attachment, how it enslaves us, and what can free us. The event is a combination of workshop and retreat with formation sessions, group sharing and activities, and quiet time for prayer and reflection. Bring Your Bible! FOR ALL
WOMEN OF ALL WALKS/FAITHS Register Today (806) 678-4673 or Email
us at [email protected] , Event @ St. Mary’s Cathedral
BISHOP DEFALCO RETREAT CENTER
NEEDED...Full time maintenance person for the Bishop DeFalco Retreat Center. Experience in electrical, heating and air, plumbing, boilers, refrigeration
preferred. Please send resume to [email protected] or mail it to BDRC, 2100 N.
Spring, Amarillo, TX 79107, Deadline for applications is August 20, 2014. Also,
part time hospitality person, nights and weekends. Apply in person at the Bishop
DeFalco Retreat Center.
ST. THOMAS BRIDGE CLUB
St. Thomas Couple’s Bridge Club is inviting new members. Join now and
enjoy great fellowship and fun evenings of bridge. Please call John and
Carol Buse at 345-6478
DIOCESE OF AMARILLO-OFFICE OF THE BISHOP
Dear Brother Priests and Parishioners of the Diocese of Amarillo: I would
like to thank you for your incredible generosity in regard to the recent
Special Collection for the Children Refugees on the Texas-Mexican border.
To date we have received $37,711.00 a the Business Office of the Diocese. I
understand that many parishes have yet to respond. This is an amazing amount
for us. I could not be more grateful for your Christian generosity. Please remember and be assured in your heart, that “whatever you did for one of these, the
least brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me”. (Matt. 25:40) Know that the
Lord graciously blesses you for this!
Weekly Collection Report:
Informe Semanal de la Colecta
Projected—Proyectado
Collection— Colecta 08/16 & 08/17
Over/Under—Más/Menos
Children’s Collection—C. de los niños
Special Collection-Black & Indian Mission
Assumption of the Blessed Virgen Mary
$7,500.00
$7,579.76
$79.76
$143.95
$779.74
$630.00
Monday:
a.m.
a.m.
p.m.
p.m.
p.m.
Scripture Study (OLS)
Mass-English
Spanish Mass
JESED (HFR)
Mass
No Mass
6:30 p.m. Altar Society Fall Salad Supper
Monthly Meeting (OLS)
6:00 p.m. Amarillo Rejoicers (HFR)
Tuesday:
NO MASS
8:00 p.m. Campaign Committee Meeting (HFR)
Wednesday:
8:15 a.m. Mass
9:00 a.m. Golden Faith Seekers (HFR)
Thursday
8:15 a.m. Mass
7:00 p.m. The Joy of the Gospel Group
(HFR & SNR)
Friday:
8:15 a.m. Mass—English
7:00 p.m. Choir Rehearsal-Fuego Nuevo (OLG)
Saturday:
3:40 p.m. Confessions
5:00 p.m. Mass-Baptism
Quinceañera—Gym
JULY MASS ATTENDANCE AVERAGE
5:00 pm-123 8:00 am– 71 11:00 am- 183 1:00 pm– 168
JUNE MASS ATTENDANCE AVERAGE
5:00 pm- 124 8:00 am- 81 11:00 am-187 1:00 pm -180
August 30th and 31st, 2014
Altar Servers:
5:00 p.m. Landon Saiz, Ben Fullerton, C.J. Hernandez
8:00 a.m. Victoria Pina-Smith, Emma Pina
11:00 a.m. Luke Hutchins, Marissa Medrano, Alessa Medrano
1:00 p.m. Andres Cárdenas, Isaac Cárdenas, Salvador Casanova
Communion Ministers:
5:00 p.m. Gail Saiz, Jeanette Herring, Billy Thoreson,
Anna Thoreson, Carrie Burton
8:00 a.m. Priscilla Austria, Joe Portillo
11:00 a.m. Michael Rosales, Isabelo Irlas, Ray Barbosa
Clint Page, Lori Page
1:00 p.m. Rufino Chinchilla, Sandra Chinchilla
Lectors:
5:00 p.m.
8:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
1:00 p.m.
Evelyn Mulá
Joe Garcia
Pam Aragon
Lupita Alvarez
Ushers:
Leo Leners
Roger Bernt
Pat Kennedy