August 7, 2016 - St. James the Apostle Catholic Church

Sunday, August 7, 2016
Nineteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time
“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
www.stjta.org
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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 registra on 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 bap-
zed here at St. James. For informa on concerning Bap sm, 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 mes of
RECONCILIATION (CONFESSIONS)
sickness. If you wish to receive the Anoin ng of the Sick, please contact the parish office or see the priest or one of the deacons before or
a er mass. He will be glad to assist you.
EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED
SACRAMENT
MARRIAGE: Congratula ons 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
Wednesday: 6:30-7:15 p.m.
Saturday: 3:30-4:30 p.m.
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.
CLERGY
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 our website
at STJTA.org It is our pleasure and privilege to assist you on your
journey of faith.
MINISTRIES/ORGANIZATIONS:
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
Deacon Rene Ramon
[email protected]
Ext. 115
Parish Council: (Pam Schultz)………………………[email protected]
Spring mers: (Carolyn Vercher)……………………………[email protected]
Deacon Art Zepeda, Retired
[email protected]
Ext. 118
Brian O’Neill
Music Ministry Coordinator
Ext. 123
Chela Mescia, Secretary
[email protected]
Ext. 125
Cathy Uvalle, Secretary
[email protected]
Ext. 120
Joyce Ramos, Jeff Harris, Ma lde Concio, Joshua
Jones, Gary Mokry, Carl Borders, Jose Alvarez, Sylvia Kohanski, Richard J. Horwedel, Laura Lopez,
Carl Wrobel., Geoffrey Wiggins, Colleen Becwar,
Cody Connelly, Richard Millet, Andrew Contreras,
Olivia Rodriguez, Billie Gassen, Evelyn Callery, Tom
Horwedel, Charles Presley, Todd Schultz, Edward Sanchez, Frances Bollom, Bayron Fuentes, Raquel Ragan, Rene Espinoza, Tina Burke, Adrian
Steffes, Lydia Lara, Mr. Alex Perez, Donna Montalvo, Yoselin Herrera,
Anniston Serrato, Joshua Jones, Patricia Schultz, Angelo Ramos, Samuel
Mondragon Jr., Chona Nolasco, Rose Marie Sanchez, John Mescia, Lety
Munoz, Maricela & Jonathan Mondragon, Alex Osornio, Terry Dvorak,
Richard Zabawa, Valen n Aguilar, Juliana Gonzales.
Altar Society: (Theresa Avila) ………………………………………[email protected]
Boy Scouts Troop #355, Cub Scouts, American Heritage Girls:
(Paul Hall) ………………………………………………………[email protected]
Catholic Daughters of the Americas:
STAFF
BULLETIN DEADLINE
All Bulletin requests can be sent to:
[email protected]
TWO WEEKS prior to publication.
Please keep this in mind when you have an
announcement to submit for posting.
(Cindy Giacona)………………………………………………………[email protected]
Couples for Christ/FFL: (John Blaser)…………[email protected]
El Shaddai DWXI Prayer Group: (Joyce Ramos)……[email protected]
Family Fun Night: (Eric Wilbourn)………………...stjamesff[email protected]
Grupo de Oración: (Trini Villafaña)……………[email protected]
Knights of Columbus #6557: (Jose Ruvalcaba)…[email protected]
PRAY FOR THOSE IN THE MILITARY
AND THOSE WE HOLD IN OUR HEARTS
Ifyouoramemberofyourfamilyexperiencesillnessorinjury
calltheparishof iceat281-353-5053andwewilladdthatnameto
theprayerlistintheBulletin.Wewillprayeverydayforthose
ontheprayerlist.
Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
ACTIVITIES&READINGSTHISWEEK
SUNDAY AUGUST 7
WIS 18:6-9; PS 33:1, 12, 18-22; HEB 11:1-2, 8-19; LK 12:32-48
7:30 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
1:00 p.m.
Mass - Donna Irwin +
Mass - Pro Populo
Mass - Michael Bielamowicz +
Misa - Connie Chicas +
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MONDAY, AUGUST 8
St. Dominic. Priest
7:00 p.m.
EZ 1:2-5, 24-28C; PS 148:1-2, 11-14; MT 17:22-27
Adora on
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TUESDAY, AUGUST 9
EZ 2:8-3:4; PS 119:14, 24, 72, 103, 111, 131; MT 18:1-5, 10, 12-14
7:30 a.m. Rosary
8:00 a.m. Mass - Romana Escobar +
8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer
9:00 a.m. Spring mers
9:00 a.m. Catholicism Classes (St. James Room)
7:00 p.m. Taller de Dones y Carismas (Parish Hall)
7:00 p.m. Catholicism Classes (St. James Room)
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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 10
St. Lawrence, deacon and martyr
Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Last Sunday’s “Parable of the rich fool” delivered a
compelling reason to do the right thing—now: “You
fool, this night your life will be demanded of
you” (Luke 12:20). Today, Jesus warns us: “You also
must be prepared, for at an hour you do not expect,
the Son of Man will come” (12:40). Though we do
not know when our Master will come, we do know
what our Master expects to find. Jesus expects us to
be vigilant (12:37) and diligent (12:42) in our work for
the kingdom, but also filled with reverent mercy
toward our fellow servants and ourselves. Hopefully,
Jesus’ warning not to get drunk and beat each other
up (12:45) does not apply to us literally! But what
changes do I need to make, right now, so that the
many people outside “the Master’s house” will want
to come inside to experience the healing comfort of
Jesus’ own mercy in the compassion of Jesus’
modern-day disciples?
2COR 9:6-10; PS 112:1-2, 5-9; JN 12:24-26
7:30 a.m. Rosary
8:00 a.m. Mass - All Souls in Purgatory
8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer
6:30 p.m. Confession
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THURSDAY, AUGUST 11
St. Clare, Virgin
7:30 a.m.
8:00 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
7:00 p.m.
EZ 12:1-12; PS 78:56-59, 61-62; MT 18:21-19:1
Rosary
Mass - August “Gus” Sivcoski +
Morning Prayer
Taller de Oracion y Vida (Disciple Room)
7:30 a.m.
8:00 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
6:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
EZ 16:1-15, 60, 63; PS 12:2-6; MT 19:3-12
Rosary
Mass - John Regelski +
Morning Prayer
El Shaddai Ministry (JP II Room)
Grupo de Oracion
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 12
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SATURDAY, AUGUST 13
EZ 18:1-10, 13B, 30-32; PS 51:12-15, 18-19; MT 19:13-15
9:30 a.m.
English Bap sm (Narthex)
10:00 a.m.
Catechist Mee ng (Apostle Room)
3:30 p.m.
Confession
5:00 p.m.
Vigil Mass - Robert O. Cobb +
OUR MONTHLY PARISH FOOD DRIVE is on
the 3rd Sunday of every month. On the
weekend of August 20th and 21st, please
bring new non-perishables which have not
reached their expiration date. This
benefits those most needy in our community.
DO YOU WANT TO DEEPEN YOUR
RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD AND
ENHANCE YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF OUR
CATHOLIC FAITH?
Join us here at St. James for a spiritual growth
and education opportunity
with Bishop Robert Barron
and his much
acclaimed 10 part DVD
series entitled: Catholicism
We are meeting for 6 more
consecutive
Tuesdays (9am & 7pm) in the St. James Room.
Presented by Mr. Peter Wood.
DON’T MISS IT!!!
ST. JAMES THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH
—-DIOCESAN NEWS
SPRING, TEXAS
—-STEWARDSHIP
OUR GIFTS TO GOD
Thank you for your generous stewardship.
Week ending July 31, 2016
Regular Collection (198 env)
Social Ministries (142 env)
Mailed in contributions:
Online Giving:
Office Misc:
Total:
$ 9,738.60
$ 3,044.40
$
967.00
$ 2,594.62
$ 2,780.80
$ 19,125.50
Attendance: 1870
SCHEDULED SECOND COLLECTIONS:
1st Sunday: Maintenance Fund
5th Sunday: Social Ministry
Sign up for Online Giving by
visiting www.stjta.org
DSF 2016 ~
“GO FORTH AND BEAR FRUIT
THAT WILL LAST…”
Parish Goal for 2016:
Amount Paid:
Amount Pledged:
# of participants:
% paid at:
Report date:
Circle of Friends Catholic Singles Ministry
Circle of Friends Catholic Singles Ministry
Circle of Friends is open to all adults who are
single, widowed, divorced or separated.
People from any Parish and Faith are invited
to participate in group activities.
Please look at our webpage @ http://staoptw.org<https://
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detail of events and more.
August Major Events:
Cynthia Woods
Mass & a Meal @ St. Simon & Jude
Shankz Black Light Mini Golf
$90,000.00
$ 58,854.66
$ 76,772.00
297
65.39%
08/01/2016
NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Faith Formation News
***There will be a meeting for parents of children enrolled in
Faith Formation on Wednesday, August 24th at 7:00pm***
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: James Spurgin – [email protected]
Youth Ministry High School: AJ Bituin Youth Ministry Middle School: Eric Co
Youth Ministry News
High School Youth Nights: All students in high school (Grades 9-12) are invited to our youth nights every
other Friday from 7pm - 9pm in the Parish Hall. Join us for snacks, activities, and fellowship. Feel free to
bring a friend!
Middle School Youth Nights: All students in middle school (Grades 6-8) are welcome to join for snacks,
games, and fun!!! We meet every Wednesday from 7:00pm - 8:30pm in the JPII Room.
— MORE PARISH NEWS
Children’s Choir and Mass
There will be a Children’s Choir rehearsal August
10 at 6:30 pm. This will be to practice for singing at
the Children’s Mass August 14 at 11:00 am. Please
plan to attend if your child is member of the Children’s Choir, or if you are thinking they might
want to join for this coming school year.
Let’s Get Involved with
Faith Formation
We welcome any parents, seniors
and young adults to come on
board with St. James Faith Formation Ministry. We will use music, crafts,
drama, games, scripture and group sharing.
Come aboard and share your talents with the
children of our parish. The commitment will
be once a month starting September – May
from 6-7:30. If you’re interested, please contact Rachel in our Faith Formation Office at
281 353-5053 with the grade level you’re
interested in assisting with.
Singers and Musicians Needed
JoinSt.JamestheApostleCatholic
ChurchForumonFacebook.
The Solemnity of the
Assumption of the
Blessed Virgin
Mary is Monday,
August 15, 2016.
Mass will be
offered at 8am.
Do you have a talent for singing or playing an
instrument, and a desire to use your talent in
service to God and others? Then we have a place
for you in the St. James music ministry. We are
recruiting new choir members to sing at 9am or
11am masses, cantors, accompanists and
instrumentalists. We also need children to sing at
the Children’s Masses on the second Sunday of
each month. The commitment is to attend at most
one practice a week and arrive at church 30
minutes before Mass. In return, we will help you
develop your skills, show off your talent, and make
beautiful music among friends. Contact Brian
O’Neill by emailing [email protected] or leave a
message at 281-353-5053x123 to set up
an audition. Projectionists also wanted.
ST. JAMES THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH
—–MINISTERIO HISPANO
SPRING, TEXAS
(Gracias por su ayuda Cristiana De Los Dones)
Fin de Semana del 31 de julio 2016
Colecta Regular (198 sobres)
Ministerio Social (142 env)
TALLER DE ORACION Y VIDA
Para adultos
“La iglesia necesita de hombres y mujeres que enen un “no se
que”, que hacen visible al invisible” - Padre Ignacio Larrañaga
Contribuciones enviadas por correo:
Contribuciones Vía línea:
Office Misc:
Total:
Asistencia:
$ 9,738.60
$ 3,044.40
$
967.00
$ 2,594.62
$ 2,780.80
$ 19,125.50
1870
SEGUNDA COLECTA PROGRAMADA:
1er domingo: Reducción de la deuda
5o domingo: MInisterio Social
APRENDER A ORAR PARA APRENDER A VIVIR
Te invitamos a profundizar en el conocimiento del Señor y de
mismo, a través de esta experiencia personal.
Aprende como adquirir fortaleza y recuperar el equilibrio
emocional.
Encuentra el “por qué” de las cosas de tu vida.
Regístrese para dar sus donaciones
electrónicamente en nuestra
página de la parroquia www.stjta.org
SERVICIO DEL FONDO DIOCESANO 2016
“VAYAN Y DEN
FRUTO ABUNDANTE Y
DURADERO…”
Recupera la alegría de vivir y el sen do de la vida.
Conoce formas de orar que se adaptan a tu es lo personal de
oración.
Este es un modo nuevo de relacionarse con Dios.
Meta de la parroquia 2016:
Pagado:
Promesa:
# de participantes:
% pagado:
Fecha:
$90,000.00
$ 58,854.66
$ 76,772.00
297
65.39%
08/01/2016
INICIA: jueves 11 de agosto 2016
DE: 7:00 a 9:00 pm
NO se olvide de anotar la cantidad de
DIRECCION: Iglesia Saint James the Apostle
su donacion en sus sobres dominicales
22800 Aldine -Wes ield Rd. Spring, Tx. 77373
cada semana para darle el credito apropiado
Para mayor información llamar a: Guadalupe Borjas
Tel. (832) 892 2945
Visite nuestra pagina renovada al
www.stjta.org y reunase con nosotros
en el foro de Facebook.
La colecta de víveres de la parroquia es el tercer n
de semana de cada mes. La próxima colecta es el 20
y 21 de agosto. Favor de traer comes bles que aún no hayan caducado (expirado) para beneficiar a los
más necesitados de
nuestra parroquia.
El Centro de asistencia maternal Birthright necesita ayuda adicional de
voluntarios (especialmente
bilingües) durante el verano. Proporcionamos entrenamiento y horas flexibles de turnos de dos horas.
Favor de contactar feligreses Mary Arnold,
Yoli Garza o Jane Garcia al número
(281) 440-4910 y [email protected]
515166
St. James the Apostle
22800 Aldine-Westfield Road
Spring, TX 77373
Contact: Maria Thrift
[email protected]
Software:
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Transmit: Monday afternoons
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