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Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
9900 Stella Link Rd.
Houston, TX 77025
713 667 0497 ph 713 668 4742 fax
www.corpuschrisƟchurchhouston.org
Administered by the Blessed Sacrament CongregaƟon
Parish Mission Statement
Embracing the Eucharist as the source and summit of our lives, we
are a Catholic community commi ed to peace, jus ce and unity
through worship, service, educa on and fellowship.
Fr. Dana PeloƩe, SSS
Pastor/Parroco
CLERGY/CLERO
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Fr. Robert Chabot, SSS
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Parochial Vicar/Vicar Parroquial
Fr. D. Peter, SSS
In Residence
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Bro. Anthony Ornelas, SSS
In Residence
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MASS SCHEDULE/HORARIO DE MISA
Saturday/Sábado
Sunday/Domingo
Monday/Lunes
Tues,/Martes—Fri./Viernes
8:00 am
5:00 pm (Sunday Vigil)
9:00 am, 11:00 am
1:30 pm (Español)
8:00 am, 7:00 pm
8:00 am
Holydays / Dias de Fiesta See the bulle n / Se anuncia en el bole n
Liturgy of the Hours/Liturgia de las Hora Mon. - Thursday 7:40 am
Confession / Confesiones - Saturday/Sábado - 3:30 – 4:30 pm
Sacramental PreparaƟon
Please call the Parish Office for guidelines for Bap sm,
First Penance, First Communion and Confirma on.
Sacrament of Marriage
Please call the Parish Office at least 6 months in
advance before se ng the date.
3RD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
JANUARY 27, 2013
Definición de Nuestra Misión
Acogiendo la Eucaris a como la fuente y cima en nuestras
vidas, somos una comunidad Católica, comprome da a la paz,
la jus cia, y la unidad a través de el culto, servicio,
educación y fraternidad.
PASTORAL STAFF— PERSONEL
Stella Rivera, Secretary
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Beverly Svoboda, Pastoral Associate
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Joe Patrick, Director, Music & Liturgy
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Director of Religious Ed—Posi on Open 713 667 0497 x 115
Connie Rodriguez, Office Assistant
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Jose Mar nez, Maintenance
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MINISTERIO HISPANO
Leonor Cas llo, Directora
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Martha Mar nez, Directora, Coro
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CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Claire Mueller, Principal
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www.corpuschristichurchhouston.org
PARISH ANNOUNCEMENTS
Nothing Ordinary about Ordinary Time
Authored by David Saunders from a Blog entitled A View from the Loft
I think the term "Ordinary" is an unfortunate label given to
these Sundays between Epiphany and Ash Wednesday, because it carries with it the implication (completely understood
given the use of the term in regular speech) that these Sundays are commonplace. "Ordinary". Actually, it means
"ordered" and refers to the numbered Sundays that fall outside
the revised structure of the calendar that came out of the Second Vatican Council.
It's unfortunate that the importance of these weeks between
Epiphany and Ash Wednesday often get lost. Even in the modern Church, most musicians and liturgists consider the Christmas season to be over by Epiphany, or at the very latest the
Feast of the Baptism. Most churches will appear barren as all
of the decorations have been pulled down and the
"ordinary" (read, commonplace) decorations (plants, etc.) will
have been returned to their usual place.
Here's what a wonderful little hand missal I own teaches about
the Christmas Cycle:
Advent is composed of four weeks, during which we long with
the patriarchs and prophets for the coming of our Lord.
Christmas brings before our eyes the birth of the Word Incarnate, Who is born in us, and His Epiphany, or manifestation to
the world.
The time after the Epiphany includes from one to six Sundays,
which recall to us the hidden life of Christ at Nazareth, and
manifests to us His divinity.
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PARISH CALENDAR
Sun., Jan. 27, 1:30 pm - Mass & Baptisms
Sun., Jan. 27, 6:00 pm - Keeping the Promise Alive
(VIRTUS Refresher Course) – PH
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Mon., Jan. 28, 7:00 pm - Infant Baptism Preparation Class
#2, Parish Office
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Thurs., Jan. 31, 9:00 am - CCS Open House
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Sat., Feb. 2, 8:00 – 1:00 pm - Retreat & First Reconciliation (Spanish), PH & Church
Sun., Feb. 3, 10:00 am—Fund for the Poor mtg., Rectory
FAITH WORKING THROUGH LOVE
2013 DIOCESAN SERVICES FUND
Our 2013 Diocesan Services Fund begins next weekend. Every
parish throughout the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston participates. Christ calls us to reach those who are sick or in need, to
bless them and serve them. The thousands of people served by
the ministries of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston need
our compassion and generosity. Gifts to the DSF enables us to
reach out to people in this parish and through the Archdiocese
through more than 60 important and much needed programs.
This week, all registered parishioners will receive a letter from
Archbishop, Cardinal DiNardo, along with a pledge card, inviting
you to hear Christ’s call of “faith working through love” by participating in the 2013 DSF. Please pray about your DSF commitment, then complete the pledge card and return it via mail or
bring it to Mass next weekend. Online contributions can be
made at www.archgh.org/dsf. Thank you for your generosity as
we work together to meet our parish goal of $68,000.
FOR THOSE WHO HAVE DIED,
WE PRAY...
I don't think there's anything particularly "ordinary" about these
Sundays that come after Epiphany and I hope that you will
share in the ongoing feasting and celebration. Lent and it's
time of fasting and preparation will begin soon enough.
Marcelina Ortiz
Mother of Amelia Ortiz
You are invited to a Knitting Class! The Council of Catholic Women invites the women of the
parish to attend their February meeting on Tuesday, February 5, 9:30 am. We are learning to
knit caps for the Seafarers’ Mission, located at
the Port of Houston. Anyone who wants to either learn to knit or
learn how to make the hats, please bring No. 10 knitting needles
to the meeting. For beginners we will have practice yarn available. For those who are experienced in knitting, please bring
yarn as you will be able to start making your hat. Come and
share in the fun and hospitality while learning to knit!
Give the Gift of Life! The next blood drive at
Corpus Christi will be held on Sunday, February
10 in Prefontaine Hall. As Valentine Day approaches let us offer a valentine to someone
through a blood donation. Jesus said when we
aid the least of his brethren we do it for Him (Mt
25:40). So, sign up to donate and save this date.
May her soul and all the souls of the faithful
departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Amen.
2012 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Financial Contribution Statements for 2012
are available upon request by calling the
parish office at 713 667 0497 or emailing
[email protected]
Grateful for God’s blessings, we offer our gifts…
January 20, 2013
Offertory
Debt Reduction
$12,448
$ 4,340
Second Collection
January 27
Bishops Fund for Latin America
February 3
MRI Fund
Thank you for your gifts of stewardship.-Time, Talent and Treasure!
www.corpuschristichurchhouston.org
NEWS FROM SCHOOL
CCCS proudly welcomed three new members
to the National Junior Honor Society. We are
very excited to have many talented students in
our Middle School! Check our Facebook page for photos.
You will also see photos of our students working on science
experiments and classes working together on projects!
Registration packets for the 2013-2014 school year were distributed to currently registered families on Friday, January 18.
Please return yours as soon as possible.
If you are interested in making application for the 2013-2014
school year, please contact Mrs. Miller, Admissions Director,
for information. You may email her at:
[email protected]; or call 713-664-3351.
Support the CCCS 8th Grade Garage Sale!
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Saturday, February 9, 8:00 am
Thursday, Feb 7 from 4:00 till 8:00 donations received
at the school gym.
Friday, Feb 8th - Set up 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
BIG SALE on Saturday, Feb 9th - 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Please contact Mary Ellen Wolf 281-300-7602 if you have
items you would like to donate to the Garage Sale.
Garage sale proceeds benefit the 8th grade trip
to Washington, D.C. in May!
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
BAPTISM PREPARATION CLASSES – Class #2
for parents and sponsors is planned for this Monday,
January 28 at 7:00 pm in the parish office. Please call
the office in advance to register for the class. Infant
Baptisms are scheduled for Sunday, February 3 at
the 11:00 am Mass.
CONFIRMATION SCHEDULE
JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2013
Attention Confirmation Students,
Parents and Sponsors
MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THESE
IMPORTANT DATES
Saturdays, February 2 & February 9 - Those who have not
had an opportunity for reconciliation are encouraged to go to
confession before the Sacrament of Confirmation.
Sunday, February 10, 3:00 pm to ? - Confirmation Practice
in the Church. Sponsors must attend.
Thursday, February 21, 7:00 pm – Sacrament of Confirmation with Mass, Bishop George Sheltz, Presider - A reception honoring our newly confirmed young people follows the
Mass. This is a Thursday evening. Please make arrangements
with your teachers:; inform them that you have an important
religious ceremony and that you will need to have extra time to
complete homework or prepare for exams.
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MINISTERIO HISPANO
CALENDARIO PARROQUIAL
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Domingo 27 de enero, 1:30 pm - Misa & Bautismo
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Sáb. 2 de Febrero – 8:15 am - Retiro & Primera Confesión
Domingo 27 de Enero, 6:00 pm - Keeping the Promise
Alive, Inglés (Nuevo Curso revisado de VIRTUS)
LA FE QUE OBRA POR MEDIO DEL AMOR
FONDO DE SERVICIOS DIOCESANOS 2013
El Fondo de Servicios Diocesanos nos ayuda a todos nosotros
ha cumplir con la misión de Cristo, aqui en la tierra, apoyando
aquellos programas y servicios, que no pueden ser ejecutados
por una parroquia ndividualmente.
Más de 60 programas reciben todo o parte de los fondos del
DSF y, todo ese dinero es gastado dentro de los límites arquidiocesanos. Las grandes areas que el ministerio apoya, con
los fondos económicos que recibe del DSF, incluyen: la educación católica de los jóvenes y de los adultos; los ministerios
pastorales para ayudar a la gente enferma, pobre y encarcelada; la formación y educación de los lideres de la iglesia;
y, los programas de servicio social tales como: la Clínica San
José; la Villa de Santo Domingo y, Caridades Católicas.
Esta semana, todos los parroquianos registrados, recibirán una
carta de nuestro Arzobispo, el Cardenal DiNardo, junto con
una tarjeta personalizada de compomiso, invitándolo a escuchar el llamado de Cristo relativo a la “Fe que obra por medio
del amor”, para que este año participe en el Fondo Diocesano
de Servicios.
Ore por su compromiso con el DSF 2013 y, luego complete la
tarjeta de compromiso que le fue enviada y devuélvala por
correo colocándola en el sobre especial que se le suministró o
tráigala a la misa del siguiente fin de semana. Con su generosidad usted le permitirá a nuestra comunidad católica, continuar con numerosos programas y servicios vitales. La meta
económica de nuestra Parroquia, para el presente de ao es de
$68,000.
www.corpuschristichurchhouston.org
MINISTERIO HISPANO
Nada Ordinario sobre el Tiempo Ordinario.
Escrito por David Saunders de un Blog titulado “A View from the Loft”
Creo que la palabra “Ordinario” es una descripción equivocada
dada a estos domingos entre la Epifanía y el Miércoles de Cenizas, porque lleva una implicación (bien entendido dado el uso de
la palabra en conversación diaria) que estos domingos son muy
comunes. “Ordinarios.” Actualmente, significa ordenado y se
refiere a los domingos enumerados que caen fuera de la estructura revisada del calendario que procedió del Concilio Vaticano
Segundo. Desafortunadamente, la importancia de estas semanas
entre la Epifanía y el Miércoles de Cenizas a menudo se pierde.
Aun en la Iglesia moderna, la mayoría de los músicos y liturgistas consideran que la temporada Navideña termina con la Epifanía, o al menos con el Bautizo del Señor. La mayoría de las
iglesias estarán vacías porque se quitaron todas las decoraciones
de Navidad y las decoraciones (plantas, etc.) “ordinarias” (es
decir, muy comunes) habrán regresado a su lugar.
Esto es lo que enseña un misal maravilloso que tengo sobre el
ciclo de Navidad.
Adviento consiste de cuatro semanas, durante las cuales anhelamos con los patriarcas y profetas la venida del Señor.
Navidad nos presenta el nacimiento del Verbo Encarnado,
Quien nace en nosotros, y Su Epifanía, o manifestación al mundo.
El tiempo después de la Epifanía incluye de uno a seis domingos
que nos recuerdan la vida escondida de Cristo en Nazaret, y nos
manifiesta Su divinidad.
No creo que haya nada particularmente “ordinario” sobre estos
domingos que vienen después de la Epifanía y espero que compartan en la fiesta y celebración que continúa. Cuaresma y su
tiempo de ayuno y preparación comienza bastante pronto.
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RETIRO & PRIMERA RECONCILIACION
SÁBADO 2 DE FEBRERO
Los niños que se presentaron como Candidatos el domingo pasado van a tener su
Retiro & primera confesión el sábado 2 de
febrero. Pidamos por todos ellos ahora
que se acerca el día de celebrar el Sacramento de la Reconciliación al confesarse por primera vez.
SACRAMENTO DEL MATRIMONIO –Las 2 parejas que empezaron su proceso de preparación sacramental como parte de la
formación para el Sacramento del Matrimonio han terminado y
recibido una bendición especial el domingo pasado para que en
este tiempo que les falta Dios les acompañe siempre para poder
celebrar su Matrimonio el 9 marzo del 2013. De una manera
especial roguemos por ellos y por todas aquellas parejas que
estén considerando acercarse a celebrar este Sacramento.
BAUTISMOS – Hoy recibimos y damos la bienvenida a estos
niños que por las aguas bautismales entran a ser nuevos miembros de nuestra Iglesia Católica. Los próximos bautismos van a
celebrarse el domingo 14 de abril del 2013 después de atender
a la preparación del sábado 13 de abril. Por favor, los miembros
de nuestra comunidad que desean bautizar en esta fecha, llamar para información adicional o hacer cita para venir a registrarse. 713-667-0497 - 713- 838-9350.
HORARIO DE CONFIRMACION PARA
ENERO Y FEBRERO DEL 2013
Atención estudiantes de Confirmación,
padres y padrinos
El calendario para el resto del programa de Confirmación es:
Sábado 2 de Febrero & 9 Febrero
Pavor de tomar el tiempo para confesarse antes de la celebración del Sacramento de Confirmación.
Domingo 10 Febrero, 3:00 pm hasta ? – Práctica de Confirmación en la Iglesia. Los Padrinos deben de asistir.
Jueves 21 de Febrero, 7:00 pm
Sacramento de la Confirmación y Misa—Obispo George
Sheltz - Una recepción en honor de los nuevos confirmados a
continuación de la Misa. Este es un jueves por la tarde. Por
favor, hagan arreglos con sus maestros: informarles que esta
es una importante ceremonia religiosa y que necesitan tiempo
extra para terminar tareas o preparar exámenes.
NEWS AROUND THE ARCHDIOCESE
RECUERDE A SUS SERES QUERIDOS OFRECIENDO
LA INTENCION DE LA MISAS POR ELLOS – Si a ustedes les gustaría recordar a sus seres queridos, vivos o
difuntos en las Misas. Puedes ofrecer intenciones para
las Misas durante la semana y el fin de semana; tenemos algunas fechas disponibles para este año 2013. Se pide un estipendio o donación de $5 por cada Misa. Llama a la ofician parroquial al 713-6670497 de 8:30 am – 4:30 pm de lunes a viernes.
El Plan de Dios para un Matrimonio lleno de alegría
Un seminario suplementario que explora, con más profundidad, la Teología del Matrimonio y de la Sexualidad. Basado en las enseñanzas de
la Teología del Cuerpo del Beato Juan Pablo II. Se lleva a cabo en el
Centro Aquidiocesano de San Dominic: 2403 Holcombe Boulevard,
Houston, TX 77021. El próximo programa se presentara el 23 de febrero del año en curso. Para mayores informes comuníquese con la oficina del Ministerio de Vida Familiar 713-741-8776.
www.corpuschristichurchhouston.org
January 28 – February 3, 2013
Monday, January 28 St. Thomas Aquinas
8:00 am
Nora Church
7:00 pm
Carolina Amado
Tuesday, January 29
8:00 am
Gracie Lorraine Manuel
Wednesday, January 30
8:00 am
Segundo Gimotea +
Thursday, January 31 St. John Bosco
8:00 am
Alejandra Garcia
Friday, February 1
8:00 am
Willie Alfredo Manuel, II
Saturday, February 2
8:00 am
Liliana Amado
5:00 pm
People of the Parish
Sunday, February 3
9:00 am
Anne Clesi +
11:00 am
Debora Carrera +
1:30 pm
Leonela Aguilar
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EVENTS FROM THE VOCATIONS OFFICE….
Feb. 3 – World Day for Consecrated Life – 11:00 a.m. Mass at the
Co-Cathedral with Cardinal DiNardo presiding. All are invited to join in
this liturgy to pray for all those who have made commitments in the
consecrated life, and to thank them. The vowed religious will be invited
to publicly renew their commitment during the liturgy. http://
www.houstonvocations.com/2012/world-day-of-consecrated-life/
Second Thursday of Every Month: Feb. 14, Mar. 14, Apr. 11, May 9
Discover the Road Less Traveled: a Monthly Discernment Meeting
at St. Mary’s Seminary for young adult men 18 and older. Every second Thursday of the month from October to May, 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. for
fellowship, prayers and learning the tools of discernment. Each year
men from this group join a seminary or a religious community. http://
www.houstonvocations.com/2012/discover/
Women, Seeking the Road Less Traveled: a monthly gathering for
women 18 and older who are discerning a call to religious life. Sisters
from several religious orders who live and minister in the Archdiocese
will be present, 6:30-9:00 p.m., at the Jerabeck Lounge of the University of St. Thomas. http://www.houstonvocations.com/2012/womenseeking/