November 20 - Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower

November 20 - Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower

Little Flower Basilica
Closing of the Year of Mercy
And the Holy Door
November 20th 2016
Solemnity of Christ the King
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel & St. Therese Parish
SUNDAY MASS SCHEDULE
7:30am, 9:00am (Español), 11:00am, 1:00pm,
6:30pm (Español).
(Discalced Carmelite Nuns at 7am)
WEEKDAY MASS SCHEDULE
Monday ~ Friday:12:00pm & 5:30pm
(Discalced Carmelite Nuns at 7:00am)
Saturday: 8:00am & 5:30pm (Vigil)
(Discalced Carmelite Nuns at 7:00am)
SPECIAL MASSES
Tuesday: 5:30pm Carmelite Community Mass
Thursday:8:30am Little Flower School Mass
1st Friday:5:30pm Mass for the Sick
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
Thursday: 6:00pm~7:00pm Holy Hour
Monday ~ Sunday Our St. Elias Chapel is
open for Adoration from 8:00am to 6:00pm
CONFESSIONS~CONFESIONES
Tuesday: 6:00- 7:00pm
Saturday: 4:00- 5:00pm & 7:00- 8:00pm
By appointment, call the parish office.
Spiritual Direction, call the parish office.
BAPTISMS ~ BAUTISMOS
English: Second Sunday of the month
Spanish: Third Sunday of the month
For more information: ww.littleflowerbasilica.org
WEDDINGS~ BODAS
At least six months prior to wedding date.
View requirements on website:
www.littleflowerbasilica.org
VISITING THE SICK
Call the parish office (210) 735-9126.
BASILICA (210) 735-9126 * Fax: (210) 735-1389
Rector: Fr. Gregory Ross, O.C.D.
Pastor: Fr. Luis Gerardo Belmonte-Luna, O.C.D.
Parochial Vicar: Fr. Marion Bui, O.C.D.
Fr. Luis Joaquin Castaneda, O.C.D.
Fr. Raul Reyes, O.C.D.
Fr. Henry Bordeaux, O.C.D.
Fr. Emmanuel J. Nnadozie, O.C.D.
Senior Secretary: Sylvia DeHoyos ext. 116
Business Manager: Susana Cantu ext. 114
Book Keeper: Consuelo Salazar ext. 104
Human Resources: Laura Cole ext. 105
CCD Director: Rita Beltran ext. 110
LITTLE FLOWER SCHOOL
Principal: Mrs. Nora Mozingo
905 Kentucky Ave.
San Antonio, TX 78201
Tel. (210) 732-9207 * Fax (210) 732-3214
Dear Little Flower Parishioners,
BE MERCIFUL LIKE THE FATHER!
Dear friends these words have accompanied us during this Year of Mercy; the
mercy of God that is always being offered to us. Mercy has been our encouragement to fulfill Jesus’ commandment, “ LOVE ONE ANOTHER”.
We have received many graces, even if we cannot see them, in
very different ways through the experience of Mercy, and we
have been brought closer to our neighbors. Passing through the
HOLY DOOR immerses us in that precious gift of forgiveness that
comes from God alone.
We raise our eyes to heaven and give thanks to the Father for this
Jubilee. Thanks to all our Carmelite priests, guest priests, parishioners, visitors and people from inside and outside of the Archdioceses of San Antonio for their presence and participation during
this year. Thanks to all those known and unknown people who
worked so hard for the preparation of this year. May the Lord
bless you!
As Thanksgiving Day is already here, I am sending to all of you
my blessing and the blessing of our Carmelite
Community. May the Lord, the source of everything we have, be with you and your families on
this day.
Fraternally,
Fr. Luis Gerardo Belmonte-Luna, OCD
Pastor
Thanksgiving Day Mass
Thursday, November 24th
11:00 am
(There will be NO 5:30pm Mass)
Statement of Archbishop Gustavo regarding election of
Donald Trump as President of United States of America
I, and the faithful in the Archdiocese of San Antonio, pray for President-elect Donald Trump
and the United States of America. Election day and its aftermath have revealed a deep divide in America. After
a bruising campaign, the people of our country must find ways of healing and to avoid inflicting new hurts,
along with searching for the common good. Unity, charity, compassion and understanding for those who are
hurting are bedrock principles of our nation.
Our nation is not just the flag or its geography; it is the people. The presidential campaign has been tough and
sad and damaging in many ways, and now is the time to work for unity; respecting the dignity of every human
person. Many people are just waiting for the opportunity to use their gifts and talents.
Let’s build up this country. This is not just the role of the president. A true leader is a servant first, and then a
leader. We need to help the president-elect.
In his acceptance speech on election night, President-elect Trump said he wants to work with everybody. Let's
take him at his word. We need people who are disenfranchised -- minorities, the poor, the sick, the elderly -- to
be part of this effort. A claim made during this campaign was that the political establishment has not helped
those most in need. Let's have hope and see what the new administration can do in this area. In addition, the
president-elect espoused a strong pro-life position during the election, and we will be watching for developments.
Our people must not only be helpful, useful, and creative in solving our nation's problems, but we need to be a
catalyst for change for the whole world. We can't be content to just feel good about our country, our one piece
of the world. We will not be great unless we foster positive transformation beyond ourselves.
This is a new chapter, so let’s work together. We have to contribute to positive discourse instead of offering
disparaging comments.
Peace is the fruit of freedom and liberty, and our country was born out of that. It is a process. All of us can
grow and show the fruits. A tree is known by its fruits.
With a humble heart, let’s re-create this country and its people. There is tremendous work to be done. It is not
be easy and will entail a lot of sacrifice. If everyone participates we have a different picture. Many young people have become engaged in the political process. I am very hopeful that they will help us to take these next
steps.
One area seldom discussed during this campaign was the spiritual dimension of our nation. While economics
and other elements of government are important concerns that were debated, the fraternal, relational, and spiritual development of people has to be addressed. We are struggling with that.
For Christians, our hope is in Christ, and in him we will achieve reconciliation and build unity.
Declaración del Arzobispo Gustavo García-Siller, MSpS, sobre la
elección de Donald Trump como Presidente de los Estados Unidos
de América
Hago oración, junto con los fieles de la Arquidiócesis de San Antonio, por el Presidente electo
Donald Trump y por los Estados Unidos de América. El día de la elección y sus secuelas han
revelado una profunda división en Estados Unidos. Después de una campaña hiriente, la gente
de nuestro país debe encontrar formas de sanar y evitar infligir nuevas heridas, además de buscar el bien
común. La unidad, la caridad, la compasión y la comprensión para los que sufren son principios fundamentales
de nuestra nación.
Nuestra nación no es sólo la bandera o su geografía; es el pueblo. La campaña presidencial ha sido ruda y triste
y perjudicial en muchos sentidos, y ahora es el momento de trabajar por la unidad; respetando la dignidad de
toda persona humana. Muchas personas sólo esperan la oportunidad para utilizar sus dones y talentos.
Construyamos este país. Esto no es sólo labor del presidente. Un verdadero líder primero es un servidor, y
luego un líder. Necesitamos ayudar al presidente electo.
En su discurso de aceptación en la noche de las elecciones, el presidente electo Trump dijo que quiere trabajar
con todos. Tomémosle la palabra. Necesitamos que las personas que están privadas de sus derechos, es decir las
minorías, los pobres, los enfermos, los ancianos, sean parte de este esfuerzo. Una afirmación hecha durante esta
campaña fue que la clase política no ha ayudado a los más necesitados. Por otro lado, el presidente electo
asumió una fuerte posición en favor de la vida durante el proceso electoral. Tengamos esperanza y veamos lo
que la nueva administración puede hacer en estas áreas; estaremos prestando mucha atención.
Nuestra gente no sólo debe ser servicial, útil y creativa para resolver los problemas de nuestra nación, sino que
necesitamos ser un catalizador de cambio para el mundo entero. No podemos contentarnos con sentirnos bien
por nuestro país, nuestra única pieza del mundo. No seremos grandes si no fomentamos la transformación positiva más allá de nosotros mismos.
Este es un nuevo capítulo, así que trabajemos juntos. Tenemos que contribuir a un discurso positivo en lugar de
ofrecer comentarios despectivos.
La paz es fruto de la libertad, y nuestro país nació de eso. Es un proceso. Todos podemos crecer y mostrar los
frutos. Un árbol es conocido por sus frutos.
Con humildad de corazón, trabajemos juntos para restaurar la confianza y la unidad entre todo nuestro pueblo.
Tenemos mucho trabajo por hacer y debemos hacerlo juntos. No será fácil y conllevará mucho sacrificio. Si
todos participan, tendremos un horizonte diferente. Muchos jóvenes se han involucrado en el proceso político y
tengo mucha esperanza de que nos ayuden a dar los siguientes pasos.
Una de las áreas raramente discutidas durante esta campaña fue la dimensión espiritual de nuestra nación. Si
bien la economía y otros elementos del gobierno son preocupaciones importantes, el desarrollo fraterno, relacional y espiritual de las personas tiene que ser abordado. Estamos luchando con eso.
Para los cristianos, nuestra esperanza está en Cristo, y en él lograremos la reconciliación y construiremos la unidad.
Cristo Rey
Basilica of the National Shrine of
The Little Flower
20 de noviembre de 2016
PRAYER AFTER AN
ELECTION
God of all nations,
Father of the human family,
we give you thanks for the
freedom we exercise
PRIORITY I: New Evangelization
and the many blessings of
Goal 1:Promote more Bible study and Carmelite spiritdemocracy we enjoy
uality.
in these United States of America.
Goal 2: Recruit and train a team of study group facil- We ask for your protection and guidance
itators and start a study program to serve the needs of for all who devote themselves to the common good,
different groups of our parish: Matrimonies and Parworking for justice and peace at home and around the
world.
enting.
Goal 3: Develop a stewardship committee to encour- We lift up all our duly elected leaders and public servants,
age our parishioners to offer their time, talents and
those who will serve us as president, as legislators and
treasure to the Lord through the parish.
judges, those in the military and law enforcement.
Heal us from our differences and unite us, O Lord,
with a common purpose, dedication, and commitment to
PRIORITY 2: Catechesis and Formation
achieve liberty and justice in the years ahead for all peoGoal 1: Increase the participation of our parishioners ple, and especially those who are most vulnerable in our
in our Parish Retreats or lectures as an opportunity for midst.
anyone to refresh or reaffirm the basics of their Faith. Amen.
Proclamation of Parish Goals
Goal 2: Provide Formal Training and Certification of
Catechists. Take action to form a committee to prepare, establish and review guidelines for those who
serve.
Goal 3: Establish a Liturgical Committee to recruit,
prepare and coordinate all those who serve in our liturgical services as Altar servers, lectors, sacristans and
extraordinary ministers of the Holy Communion.
PRIORITY 3: YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT
Goal 1: Establish a strong youth program and young
adult program.
Goal 2: Create a Youth Minister office
Goal 3: Include and promote the Theology of the
Body in the youth curriculum with the participation of
parents.
Rev. Fr. Luis Gerardo Belmonte-Luna, O.C.D., Pastor
Mrs. Eloise Moran, Coordinator
Solemnity of Pentecost
San Antonio, Texas. May 15th, 2016
Our Pastor Fr. Luis, invites all parish organization members, choirs and any person involved
in a ministry to participate in our first
CHRISTMAS PARTY
on Saturday, December 17th, at the Little
Flower Hall. Hour TBA. Please save the Date!
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel & St. Therese Parish
St. Vincent de Paul Society News
To our Parishioners, we want to thank you
for your help in fulfilling our goal to feed
75 families of our community. Blessing to
you all.
Little Flower Altar Society News
Our monthly business meeting is planned for Sunday,
November 27, 2016 at 9:00 A.M. It is held at the
Parish Pastoral Center, 824 Kentucky Ave. Please plan
to attend. To be a visible sign of our service and commitment to the Parish, members are invited to attend
Holy Mass together on Saturday, November 26 at
5:30 P.M. New members are always welcome.
Thank you and God bless you,
Annette Vallejo, President
(210) 520-6899
Señor Sudz Express Car Wash Fundraiser
Freaky Clean is now Señor Sudz Express Car Wash, & we're
pleased to announce the opening of our new location at 3114
Fredericksburg Road (corner of Fredericksburg & Fresno)! We
are also pleased to continue our Little Flower Fundraiser at both
locations! Simply choose the Little Flower Sudziest $15 car wash
package, & we will donate 20% to the Little Flower Parish. That's
$3 donated to the Church each & every time! Be sure to choose
the Little Flower Sudziest car wash package on your next visit to
benefit your car & our Parish! Same owner, same GREAT Freaky
Clean SERVICE.
NEW Name & NEW Location!
1431 Culebra Road
3114 Fredericksburg Road
www.SenorSudzCarWash.com
Thanksgiving Day Prayer
Lord, we thank you
for the goodness of our people
and for the spirit of justice
that fills this nation.
Little Flower Gift Shop
We thank you for the beauty and fullness of the
land and the challenge of the cities.
(210) 736-3889
Store Hours: Mon-Fri 11am-4pm
We thank you for our work and our rest,
& Sat-Sun 9am-3pm
for one another, and for our homes.
For the month of November, the Gift Shop is offering a We thank you, Lord:
accept our thanksgiving on this day.
20% off sale on everything in the store, except on
books and candles. To better serve our customers we We pray and give thanks through Jesus Christ our Lord.
R: Amen.
now offering layaway! Now until Christmas.
Annual Christmas Raffle
To benefit the Discalced Carmelite Nuns on Monday,
December 12, 2016
Donation: $ 1.00 each or 6 for $ 5.00
Prizes are:
1. Fontanini Heirloom Nativity Set
2. 3’ Thomas Kinkade Nativity Christmas Tree
3. 71/2” Thomas Kinkade Holly Angel of Light Figurine
4. Fontanini Musical Glitter Dome
5. 9”x10” “The Promise of Christmas” Mantel Décor
Winners will be notified and prizes are to be picked up at
the Monastery of Discalced Carmelite Nuns, located at
6301 Culebra Rd. and St. Joseph Way, San Antonio, Texas
78238
Be assured of our deep gratitude for your help and our continued remembrance of you in prayer.
Mother Thérése, O.C.D. and Community
Parish Office Closed for the Holiday
The Parish Administration Office will be closed on
Thursday, November 24th, and Friday, November
25th, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
We hope you and your families have a safe and
blessed holiday!
Christ the King
November 20, 2016
Lectors /Commentators
Second Collection:
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26
Campaign for Human Development
5:30pm Nick Christilles, Sylvia Montoya / Randy Christilles
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 27
November 27 - Church Maintenance Fund
7:30am Lilly Berry, Rosa Maria Martinez /Alois Iltis
9:00am (S) Maria Medina, Maria Luisa Villalon / Mauro Martinez
11:00am Tony Valek, Dolores Noriega / Maria Gonzalez
1:00pm Children’s Mass / Jeannette Santos
6:30 pm (S) Mirna Martinez, Estela Perez / Anita Parral
Weekly Collection
Extraordinary Ministers of Communion
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26
5:30pm Imelda Garcia, Laura Christilles
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 27
7:30am Jaime Macias, Santos Ipina
9:00 am (S) Gloria Acosta, Mari Berumen, Alma Rosa Reyes
11:00am Homer & Annie Cadena, Betty Gawry
1:00pm Cynthia Reyes, Isabel Santos, Douglas Dionne
6:30 pm (S) Hortensia Ortega
Mass Intentions
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20 CHRIST THE KING
7:30am For Our Parishioners
9:00am Confraternity of the Brown Scapular
11:00am Little Flower Mass Association
1:00pm No Mass on this day.
6:30pm Thalia Gonzales
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21 THE PRESENTATION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN
MARY
12:00pm +Josephine Layden
5:30pm +George & +Thelma Menne and Family
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 22 SAINT CECILIA
12:00pm +Cecilia Betty Almaguer - Happy Birthday
5:30pm +Lorenzo Machado
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 23 SAINT CLEMENT AND SAINT COLUMBAN OF
ROME
12:00pm +Samuel Gallegos & +Hermelinda Z. Gallegos
5:30pm +Maria Mercado
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 24 SAINT ANDREW AND COMPANIONS
11:00am +Frank & +Olga Valdez
5:30pm Louis & Gabriel Solano
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 25 WEEKDAY
12:00pm +Gregorio G. Ruiz
5:30pm +Henry V. Almaguer, Sr. - Happy Birthday
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26 BVM ON SATURDAY/FIRST SUNDAY OF
ADVENT / VIGIL
8:00am
5:30pm
Esquivel Family/ Special Intentions
+Maria R. Mireles
November 13, 2016
First Collection:
St. Vincent de Paul Society:
Online Giving:
Candles:
Other:
Total $ 9,752.85
Thank you for your support!
$ 7,450.60
$ 1,429.25
$ 385.00
$ 416.00
$
72.00
Registered Online Supporters: 40
www.littleflowerbasilica.org
Lord, hear our prayers…..
The following friends and members of the
Parish need your prayers. Please add
these names to your prayer list. Contact
the Parish Office 735-9126 to have names
added to the prayer list.
Fr. Henry Bordeaux, OCD., Annie Cadena, Helen Garcia,
Belle Quesnell, Mary Curiel, Liz Curiel, Carroll Hendrix,
Cecilia DeHoyos, Alice DeHoyos, Genara Castillo, Ernestina Silva, Fernando Martinez Sr., Elvira Trevino, Homer
Cadena, Yolanda A. Leos, Kay Shaw, Gloria Shaw, Julie
Shaw Akins, Maxine Cadena, Manuela Hernandez, Erika
Huerter, Kenneth Narendorf, Michael Narendorf, Homer &
Maria Idalia Gaytan, Zachary Casarez, Soledad Contreras, Mario Alfaro, James E. Gillette, Gim & Elizabeth Ng,
Gloria Galindo, Carlos Garcia, Gloria Ramos, Hermelinda
& Raymond Guadiano, Leticia Guadiano, Sue Ruiz, Evangelina Gamboa, George Zentella Sr., George Zentella, Jr.,
Henry Posos, Lucy Phalen, Chad Hammes, Christina Polanco
& Baby, Kim Nester-Atiee, Sr. Anne Marie, OCD, Sr. Teresa, OCD, Angel & Mary Bustos, Herlinda Guerra, Richard Joseph Corbett, Cielo Salinas Sanchez, Deborah Vara,
Maria Gamez, Rosamaria Garcia, Baldo Ollerbidez, Ana
Cano Hernandez, Daisy Gutierrez, ET, B.Ortiz, Henry Garcia, Rosa Maria Alfaro, Elisa Valdez & Family, Michelle
Guillen, Pat Gallaher, Patrick Goldbach, Michael Miller, Fr.
Will Combs, Theresa Sauceda, Elvira Trevino, Cynthia Perez, Steve Waldron, Bruce Miller, Miguel Castillo, Maria
del Rosario Escalante, Cristela James, Elena Cardenas,
Graciela Martinez, Renato dePiccoli, Gary Davila, Rodolfo
Ruiz, Jenny Torres, Anita De La Rosa, Angie Vazquez, Lee
Hurtado, Rosie Cardenas, Leticia Yvonne Pena, Daniel C.
Pena, the Escalante Family, Lisa Gallo, Austin Atiee, Gina
Gonzalez, Miguel Silva Castillo, Michael Daratt, Virginia
Casas, Jesse Villegas