Saint Brendan Catholic Church 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Saint Brendan Catholic Church 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Saint Brendan Catholic Church
Shallotte, North Carolina
25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
September 20, 2015
Reflections on the Readings
Children aren’t the only ones who have role models.
We all have people whose lifestyles intrigue us. The
media constantly hold out for our emulation the rich
and beautiful. These capture our attention, if not
necessarily our respect. Today’s Scripture provides
alternative models, models of wisdom. These biblical
heroes see fidelity and service, though sometimes
difficult, as a truly rewarding lifestyle.
Around the middle of the first century B.C., the author
of the Book of Wisdom sought to provide role models
for his Jewish community in Egypt. In this effort he
contrasts the pious (wise) Jew and the rebellious
(foolish) Jew. The just one is attacked because his
lifestyle is a condemnation of the wicked: “He
reproaches us for sins against the law” (Wisdom 2:12).
The just one’s fidelity is vindicated. He does not die
because he shares community with God.
The author of James defines wisdom as being docile,
lenient, and peaceful. He then points out some causes
of unrest in the community, such as the conflicts and
disputes that spring from passion. Christian wisdom is
dedicated to others; jealousy and strife are selfcentered. This passage makes it clear that we should
imitate wisdom rather than fame and wealth.
The gospel excerpt is Mark’s second passion
prediction. We find the same pattern as in last week’s
passage -- the prediction, misunderstanding, and
instruction on the nature of discipleship. For Mark,
these scenes contain all the ingredients of Christian
wisdom. The child is an apt symbol for powerlessness
and total reliance on others. Mark teaches us to
welcome the powerless and the disenfranchised.
Children’s Choir: We are
pleased to announce that St.
Brendan‘s will be forming a
Children’s Choir beginning in
October for children in Grades 3
and up under the direction of
Sandy Gemach. There are
Registration forms on the Stewardship Table in the
Gathering Space. Please complete and return before
October 21. For information contact Diane Nagle
[email protected]
AMERICA NEEDS FATIMA ROSARY RALLY
to commemorate Our Lady’s appearance at
Fatima, asking for her help in troubled times. Gather
in front of St. Brendan for One Hour of prayer on
October 10th at noon. For more info call Terry ( 910)
842-1507.
Francis Factor; You are
invited to attend two
sessions on October 1 and
October 8 in Brendan Hall
from 3pm to 5pm. These
are not repeat sessions
and it would be wonderful if you could
plan to attend both of them. The
sessions will include a web cast
featuring the recent lecture given by
Richard Rohr and others on how St.
Francis and Pope Francis are changing
the world. The session will be
moderated by David Morris and Karen Carr. All are
welcome!
PLEASE COME!
Bishop Burbidge is coming to St. Brendan’s on
Saturday, October 10.
A special mass will be
celebrated in each deanery of the diocese to celebrate
Hispanic Heritage Day. The Bishop will celebrate mass
here at St. Brendan’s for the Cape Fear Deanery. The
mass is at 11:AM. Please come!
If you or a loved one is admitted to the hospital,
nursing home/assisted living facility, etc. you or your
family must contact the nearest church.
Brunswick – St. Brendan
New Hanover – Chaplain’s Office
Dosher – Sacred Heart
Grand Strand – St. Andrew
Loris – St. James
Sea Coast - Star of the Sea
910-754-8544
910-343-7014
910-457-6173
843-448-5930
843-347-5168
843-249-2356
Amount Saved due to early
payments on the mortgage:
$1,128,138.74
Building Loan as of this month
our total debt is $794,207.51
COLLECTION FOR LAST WEEK
$21,363.25
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Saint Brendan Catholic Church
Shallotte, North Carolina
Worship
Masses for the Week
Sat.
9/19
5pm
† Ann Jarmusz
Sun.
9/20
8am
† Barbara Viviano
9:30am
11:15am
St. Brendan Parishioners
† James Hartnett
Mon.
9/21
9am
Eucharist Service
Tue.
9/22
9am
† James Grant
Wed.
9/23
9am
† Jane Hack
Thur.
9/24
9am
† James O’Shea
Fri.
9/25
9am
† Anthony & Genivieve
Piechocinski
Sat.
9/26
5pm
† Katherine & Dean Saunders
Sun.
9/27
8am
† George Milligan
9:30am
11:15am
St. Brendan Parishioners
† Vincent Pragel
Please pray for the repose of the soul and remember
the family of Tom Wanat who died recently.
Next Week’s Reading
September 27, 2015
26th Sunday In Ordinary Time
Numbers 11:25-29
James 5:1-6
Mark 9:38-43, 45, 47-48
25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
September 20, 2015
Please pray for Our Family and Friends
Ayisha Marawi Hohl
Joe Konen
Carmen Barros
Glenn Petrucci
Dan Stennett
Annie Labagh
Richard Riley
Rod Fagert
Ethel McDonald
Christopher Hylton
Laurie Van Riper
Greg Woods
Ruth Tromblay
Shawn Martin
Phyllis Buskirik
Sean Neumann
The Sullivan Family
Daniel Mulcahy
Meg Willmann
Emma Broughton
Delores Kozel
Joan Auray
Adele Hordan
Vera M. Powell
Kim Barros
Cira Cole
Fr. William Lascelles
Krystal Churchwell
Mary Carmody
Mary Ann Molini
Amanda Plumner
Lisa Ober
Melissa Zobel
Tammy Street
Rose Davignon
Pat Wagner
Jennifer McMillan
Lindsay Wilharm
Didia Brady
Olivia Dunn
Chuck Gibson
Bill Taylor
Gene Cox
Majorie Repoza
John Mulitz
Dottie Henndricks
Marie Tyler
Carolena Nickles
Bette Hofmann
Dom Di Maio
Chris Oliver
Paul Whitehouse
Stella Kielb
Jason Del Pezzo
Michael Maggiore
Solomon Goulet
Patricia Fontana
Maggie Kaintz
Deborah Ritchie
Raymond Normandy
Joy Jordan
Brandon Snyder
Jane Krieger
Jean Mulcahy
Mary McManus
Larry Poitras
Louise Norton
Tommy Pephel
Caz Zukowski
Gina Sullivan
Aaron Alonso
Maria Cistulli
Tom Hutchin
Crystal Basil
Mary Elizabeth Zink
Diane Ovadek
George Carpenter
Bernice Fox
Hazel Zacofsky
Clement McDonald
Teresa Ann Costin
Judy Unterberger
Vicky Lewis
Jennifer Bryant
Joan Gilbert
Bonnie Bryan
Mary Ann Comiskey
Charlotte Sweeney
Tony Kane
Denise Kassel
Heidi Averill
Ann Mandt
Alice Minneci
LCPL Brendan Churchwell
Gina De Cotiis
Andrew Taylor
Lynn Maglione Gregor
Liam Orlando
Louise Troy
Carmel Kealy
Joseph Leslie
The Malone Family
Caroline Lescenski
Betty Kaintz
Bridget McGuire
Frank DiBello
Christine Miles
Ray Delotell
Alexa, Curtis & Evan Paton
Keira Rose Flynn
Carolyn Arney
Ron Sarko
Frank Massa
Stanley Zukowski
Tip Heffner
Donna Maria Kaminskas
Linda Kickham
Helen Fairman
Keri Chavez
Karen Long
Sr. Carol Beairsto Rgs.
Carol & Lauren Caldera
Dianne Fentress
Paul Lixon
Vicky Lewis
Dee Goodrich
JoAnn Behr
Ronald Young
Constance (Pat) Evans
Mary Pouliot
Karen Cohan
Tom Waldron
Betty Hess
Karen Nittoli
Barbara Wengernuk
Althea Grace
Jeff Stephens
Elaine Eberhardt
Please pray for our Parishioners
Communion for the Sick & Homebound
contact Pat McLaughlin at 910-287-5479 if
you know someone who would like to receive
Communion at home.
Attention New Parishioners!
Welcome to St. Brendan Catholic Church. If you
are new to the area, we would like you to choose
St. Brendan as your Parish Family.
Registration forms are on the Stewardship Desk
in the Gathering Space. Please complete the
form and place in the collection basket or mail:
St. Brendan Catholic Church
P.O. Box 2984 Shallotte, N.C. 28459
Gary LaRouech
Cathleen Newman
Mary Lou Matthews
Luis Salas
George Salchert
Barbara Napfel
Debbie Chase
Adele Treible
Mike Bishko
Raymond Kidd
Jennifer Seeley
Elizabeth Walsh
Chris Stephens
Jackie Fennel
Theresa Whaley
Jim Cech
Ed Manz
Pat Pragel
Peggy Tinnell
Jennifer Cole
Joan Gilbert
Jim Lynch
Austin Sammon
Tom Gilmartin
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Dolores Wenstrup
Mary Jane Brust
Pat Thatcher
Philip & Annice Granville
Robert Santoro
Robert Manfred
Donna Leonard
Windy Herring
Lynn Olenchalk
Katlyne Thompson
Gerald Lutz
Jean Rosen
Gloria Hillenburg
Josephine Chebat
Bill Cawthra
Tom Gaven
Ed Kobierowski
Carl Shirdon
Sue Yudysky
Rich Harding
Connie Woodard
Adrianne Ferrier
John A. Murphy
Maria Knapik
Kathy Semanko
Joe and Betty Zegan
Charles Bradner
David Bodette
Deborah Lessner
George & Dorthy Mulcahy
Adrienne Lemmons Josephine Paterson
Charles Witzel
George Scheidle
David & Kelly Garrett Donald Woods
Joe Lowry
Madeline Mahony
Carol Galovich
Mike & Rita McLean
Walter Skawinski
Ralph Kuhnel
Rev. Bruno Swiatocha Anna Zeng
Salvatore Dinolfo
Tom Chase
Saint Brendan Catholic Church
Shallotte, North Carolina
25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
September 20, 2015
Parish Community
K of C Call Richard Rismiller 579-1155.
Check their web site:
www.kofc-shallotte.org
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10/12 Business Meeting
09/21 4th Degree
KofC Annual Soccer Challenge at St.
Brendan, Sunday Sept. 27. The
Challenge is for boys and girls ages 9
to 14. The contest will be 15 kicks at
the goal. Highest scoer wins for each
age group, boys and Girls. Registration is from 1 to
1:30pm and the contest will end at 3 with trophies and
awards.
The Knights of Columbus is seeking a Field Agent for
a career opportunity representing their insurance
program. For info call Christopher Mahoney 919-8455595.
The Columbiettes meet the second
Thursday of each month. The next meeting
will be on October 15. Call Karen McCann
287-4175.
Columbiettes: Our Lady of the Rosary Columbiettes
will be holding their ANNUAL FALL CARD
PARTY at Ryan’s Steakhouse, 3706
Highway 17, North Myrtle beach on
OCTOBER 6. Tickets are $15.00 which
include lunch. We will have wonderful
prizes along with a 50/50 raffle! Tickets are available
by calling Jan Biro at 910-575-4119, or Dotty Callahan
at 910-579-3825. Our proceeds will go in part to St.
Jude Research and St. Brendan’s Loaves and Fishes
Program. Tickets are limited, so please call soon. Plan
on joining us for a day of fun!! Hope to see you there!!
Faith Journey meets on Tuesdays from (9:45 to
11:30) in the McGivney Room. On October 20th we will
begin the Little Rock Study: Eucharist in Scripture:
which emphasizes the importance of meals shared in
faithful fellowship as part of our covenant relationship
with God. Old Testament meals and promises provide
the foundation for gospel meals with Jesus. ‘Breaking
Bread,’ in Acts and the Bread of Life discourse in John
are carefully examined. There will be six sessions
including the introduction. Study resources will be
available at a cost of $15.00. The study will conclude
on November 24th. To register for the study please
contact Pat Bowers at [email protected] or call
Pat at 754-7087 by October 16th. Come and join us
on the journey; all are welcome.
“Retirement Solutions
for Life” a presentation by John
Ingraham and Juliet Casper. Here is a
list of topics they will be covering:
Tax Strategies - develop a strategy,
importance fo RMD, reduce the impact.
Assett Allocation
Long Term Care Options
Social Security
Estate Planning - “will vs. trust”, powers of attorney,
getting things in order
Portfolio Security - how to protect your “nest egg”
from market volatility
John and Juliet will be answering your questions and
informing you on these issues. The presentation will be
in Brendan Hall at St. Brendan’s on October 6 from
1pm until 3pm. Please call St. Brendan’s office to
register for the program at 910-754-8544.
Calling all Crafters - This year our craft
show will be held on November 14 &15,
just in time for the Holiday Shopping. If you
are interested in renting a space call Marie
Frost at 910-575-7638 or e-mail at
[email protected] for more information.
Need Help? Find services
available to you, your family, your
neighbors at the RESOURSE
FAIR. Wednesday, October 7,
from 9am to 3pm at Sacred Heart
Catholic Church 5269 Dosher Cut
Off S.E. in Southport. For more
information call 910-457-6173.
We are looking for a few more people to
help with the Sound Console during the
weekend Masses. It would be nice to have
4 or 5 assigned for each Mass. Currently
we have 2 for Saturday 5pm, 2 for Sunday
8am, 0 for Sunday 9:30am and 1 for Sunday 11:15am.
It is not difficult to man the sound console and expert
instructions will be provided. If you attend one of these
Masses and are interested please call Joe Carpinello
579-9660. We work on a rotation basis.
CONGRATULATIONS! FELICIDADES!
We are very happy to announce that 8 of our Hispanic
parishioners have successfully completed their first
year of studies with the Department of Religious
Studies, University of Dayton, a Catholic university
sponsored by the Marianists. The very enthusiastic
students meet every week to Skype with their instructor
in Ohio. Upon completion of the program, the students
will be certified Catechists. Congratulations to each one!
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September 20, 2015
Saint Brendan Catholic Church
Shallotte, North Carolina
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Activities Calendar
Mon
September
2015
Wed
Special Thanks to our
Sponsor or the week
East Coast Moving LLC
Sat
5
Choir 5pm
19
4 First Friday
Creative Spirit
Rosary of the
Unborn 8:10
18
Creative Spirit
Peace Prayers 9;30
26
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25
Creative Spirit
11
Creative Spirit
Peace Prayers 9;30
Fri
Support the businesses that support our bulletin!
Thu
2 Bereavement
3
Centering Prayer
Counseling
Searchers of Scripture
Contemp. Practice 4-6
Tue
Questions? Call 754-8544 or email
[email protected]
Sun
1 Faith’s Journey
9:30 - 11:30
Choir Practice 6:308:30
16
17
Searchers of Scripture Centering Prayer
Contemp. Practice 4-6
7
15 Faith’s Journey
9:30 - 11:30
Choir Practice 6:308:30
6
9
Searchers of Scripture
14
Healing Prayer 9:30
K of C Bus. Mtg.
Singles Group
6pm
23
Searchers of Scripture
10
Centering Prayer
Brownbaggers
Columbiettes
8 Faith’s Journey
9:30 - 11:30
Choir Practice 6:308:30
13
8am Choir
21
K of C 4th Degree
22 Faith’s Journey
9:30 - 11:30
Choir Practice 6:308:30
30
Searchers of Scripture
Contemp. Practice 4-6
24
Centering Prayer
Brownbaggers
20
Falling Upward
Chapter 12
28
Healing Prayer 9:30
27
11:15 Choir
29 Faith’s Journey
9:30 - 11:30
Choir Practice 6:308:30
Mon: Healing Prayer every 2nd & 4th Mon. at 9:30 a.m. Call Jane: 575-3064 Tues: Faith’s Journey after Mass in the Lahren Rm call Jane 575-3064 Wed: Searchers
Bible Study, after Mass in Lahren Rm. Call Fran: 754-9126 Thurs. Centering Prayer—after Mass in Maloney Rm. Call Jean: 754-9126 Fri.: Creative Spirit (knit/
crochet) after Mass in Lahren Rm. Call Jeanne 579-8241. Peace Prayers after Mass in library.
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Saint Brendan Catholic Church
Shallotte, North Carolina
25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
September 20, 2015
Boletin Hispano
INFORMACION
FORMACION DE FE Padre Ricardo, párroco
(910-754-8544)
Hna. M. Teresa coordinadora (910-200-9209)
Domingo 25 ordinario
El grupo de Jesús atraviesa Galilea camino de
Jerusalén. Lo hacen de manera reservada sin que
nadie se entere. Jesús, quiere dedicarse enteramente
a instruir a sus discípulos. Es muy importante lo que
quiere grabar en sus corazones: Su camino no es un
camino de gloria y poder. Es todo lo contrario,
conduce a la crucifixión y al rechazo aunque terminara
con la resurrección. .A los discípulos no les entran en
la cabeza lo que les dice Jesús; les da miedo hasta
preguntarle. No quieren pensar en la crucifixión.
Mientras Jesús les habla de entrega y de cruz, ellos
hablan de sus ambiciones. ¿Quién será el más
importante en el grupo. ¿Quién ocupara el puesto más
elevado?.
Jesús, se sienta. Quiere ensenarles algo que nunca
han de olvidar. Llama a los 12 y los invita a que se
sienten con El. Y se acerquen a Él. Para seguir los
pasos de Jesús han de aprender. Primero ACTITUD.
Quien quiera ser el primero, que sea el último de todos
y servidor de todos. El discípulo de Jesus ha de
renunciar a ambiciones y honores, rangos y vanidades.
En su grupo nadie ha de pretender estar sobre los
demás. Deben de ser como Jesús “servidor de todos”.
La segunda ACTITUD es tan importante que Jesús la
ilustra con un gesto entrañable. Pone a un niño en
medio de los 12, en el centro del grupo para que los
hombres ambiciosos se olviden de honores y
grandezas y pongan sus ojos en los pequeños, los
débiles, los necesitados.
Luego abraza al niño y les dice. El que acepte a un
niño como este en mi nombre me acoge a mí. El que
acoge a un pequeño acoge al más grande, a Jesús y
quien acoge a Jesús está acogiendo al Padre que lo
ha enviado.
Una Iglesia que acoge a los pequeños e indefensos
esta ensenando a acoger a Dios. Una Iglesia que mira
hacia los grandes y se asocia con los poderosos de la
tierra esta pervirtiendo la BUENA NOTICIA DE DIOS
ANUNCIADA POR JESUS.
Para saber acerca de preguntas sobre
inmigración llamen a la Madre
Rosanne al teléfono 910-616-2105.
La Madre atiende todos los domingos
después de la misa de las 9:30 de la
mañana en las oficinas del Centro
Pastoral.
NUEVAS FECHAS DEL BAUTISMO
El próximo bautismo será el dia 3
de Octubre a las 3:30 de la tarde.
La plática para padres y padrinos
será el dia 20 de Septiembre. El
bautismo se administra a los niños
que están registrados en nuestra
parroquia y los padres asisten a la
misa de los domingos. Si ustedes
pertenecer a otra parroquia deben de bautizarse en la
parroquia que les corresponde.
RETIRO FAMILIAR
Queremos dar las gracias por todos los que han
ayudado en el retiro familiar y a todos los que han
participado. Los Sres. Gomez nos dieron una gran
lección de nuestra renovación familiar. Si Dios reina
en nuestra iglesia, en nuestra casa y en nuestros
corazones, habrá paz y amor; un amor fuerte y
solidario con nosotros, y nuestras familias y nuestras
casas. La música del retiro fue muy muy bonita.
CELEBRACION DE LA HERENCIA HISPANA
El día 10 de Octubre se celebrara en nuestra Iglesia
de San Brendan, el día de la Herencia Hispana. Todas
las parroquias que pertenecen al decanato participaran
desde las 9 de la mañana, hasta las 4 de la tarde. El
tema es la Herencia familiar. Para ello se pide que
saquen fotografías de sus familias y las pongan en un
cartón grande para ponerlas en el salón de San
Brendan. Esto es lo que van hacer las demás familias.
El Obispo de Raleigh, celebrara la Santa Misa a las 11
de la mañana, también en San Brendan habra comida
para todos después de la misa. Todos están invitados.
EL PAPA VISITA SAN BRENDAN
La fotografía del Papa Francisco de tamaño natural, se
encuentra en el vestíbulo de la iglesia. El papa nos
pide oraciones a todos para que su visita a los Estados
Unidos sea un éxito. Todos ustedes se pueden sacar
fotos con el Papa Francisco. La foto familiar seria bien
bonita.
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