Christian Stewardship—Talent The past few weeks, I have been

Christian Stewardship—Talent The past few weeks, I have been

CHRIST THE GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC COMMUNITY
SPRING, TEXAS
Christian Stewardship—Talent
The past few weeks, I have been reflecting on the theme of
Christian Stewardship. Often when we hear that phrase in the
Catholic Church, our thoughts immediately go to the treasure
part—or money. That is certainly part of Stewardship, but it is by
no means the whole story.
Last week I reflected on the topic of time. This week I want to
ponder talent. Every single one of us has been made in the image
and likeness of God. Every single one of us, has been made the
way God wants us to be made and we are a part of His image; we
reflect Him in our very being. Likewise, by virtue of our divine
creation, from the moment of our conception, God implanted
within us various abilities. Once we are born, those abilities begin
to mature and we begin to see them demonstrated in the way that
children play with one another, the kinds of things that they are
attracted to, etc. These abilities/talents are uniquely ours (though
they may resemble others). No one else has the same personality
we have, therefore no one else can offer these talents/abilities in
the way we do. The more we exercise these gifts/talents, the
more we feel satisfied, excited, energized. Why? Because we are
doing and accomplishing the very thing that God gave us to do/
accomplish. We are content and, if we are practicing our abilities
correctly, our talents are also helping others. Again, because we
are made in the image and likeness of God. God ALWAYS
blesses; always gives life. So when we do what it is that God
gave us the ability to do for our good as well as the good of
others, we are blessing others as well as ourselves. “For
everything is from you, and we only give you what we have
received from you” (I Chronicles 29:14-16). When we place our
abilities/talents at the service of others, we call that ministry.
“Ministry is about gifts and needs. We name and nurture the
gifts God has given us; we place these gifts at the service of
those in need. Ministries are many in number and find expression
in the areas of worship, education, community, social justice,
leadership, and evangelization. The Epistle of St. Peter reminds
us, ‘As each one has received a gift, use it to serve another as
good stewards of God’s varied graces’ (I Peter 4:10). A theology
of ministry and service emphasizes that it is not so much that we
do things for others but rather Jesus is doing something for others
through us. Being aware of the difference between ‘for’ and
‘through’ changes our whole manner of service. That is why
prayer is so important: it keeps reminding us that all stewardship
is ultimately the work of the Lord taking place through actions of
faithful disciples” (Bishop Robert Morneau, Auxiliary
Emeritus of the Diocese of Green Bay, WI).
In today’s Gospel, Jesus reminds the Apostles that being
a Christian is not about who is first, but rather, how we
serve.
Christ the Good Shepherd come to our aid.
Fr. James Burkart, Pastor
[email protected]
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September 20, 2015
20 de Septiembre de 2015
Administración Cristiana- el talentoEn las últimas semanas, he estado reflexionando sobre el
tema de Administración Cristiana. A menudo, cuando
escuchamos esa frase en la Iglesia Católica, nuestros
pensamientos son inmediatamente sobre el dinero o parte de
dinero. Sin duda, esto es parte de la administración, pero eso no
significa que lo sea todo.
La semana pasada reflexioné sobre el tema del tiempo. Esta
semana quiero considerar el talento. Cada uno de nosotros ha
sido creado a imagen y semejanza de Dios. Cada uno de
nosotros, ha sido creado a la manera que Dios quiere que
seamos y somos una parte de Su imagen; le reflejamos en
nuestro propio ser. Igualmente, en virtud de nuestra creación
divina, a partir del momento de nuestra concepción, Dios
implantó dentro de nosotros varias capacidades. Una vez que
nacemos, esas habilidades comienzan a madurar y empezar a
verse demostrados en la manera en que los niños juegan uno
con el otro, el tipo de cosas que son atraídos por, etc... Estos
habilidades/talentos son únicamente nuestras (aunque ellos
pueden asemejarse a otros). Nadie más tiene la misma
personalidad que tenemos, por lo tanto nadie puede ofrecer estos
talentos/habilidades en la forma que uno las hace. Cuanto más
ejercitamos los dones/talentos, más nos sentimos satisfechos,
emocionados, energizados. ¿Por qué? Ya que estamos haciendo
y cumpliendo lo que Dios nos dio para hacer/lograr. Estamos
contentos y si estamos practicando correctamente nuestras
capacidades y talentos que son también para ayudar a los
demás. Otra vez, porque estamos hechos a imagen y semejanza
de Dios. Dios siempre bendice y da vida. Así que cuando
hacemos lo que Dios nos dio la capacidad de hacer el bien y por
los otros; asimismo estamos bendiciendo a los demás como a
nosotros mismos. "Porque todo es tuyo y sólo te damos lo que
hemos recibido de ti" (Crónicas 29:14-16). Cuando ponemos
nuestras habilidades/talentos al servicio de los demás, llamamos
a eso Ministerio.
"El Ministerio es sobre regalos y necesidades. Damos nombre
y cultivamos los dones que Dios nos ha dado; ponemos estos
dones al servicio de los necesitados. Ministerios son muchos y
encuentran expresión en las áreas de adoración, educación,
comunidad, justicia social, liderazgo y evangelización. La epístola
de San Pedro nos recuerda, ‘Pongan al servicio de los demás los
dones que han recibido, como buenos administradores de la
multiforme gracia de Dios’ (I Pedro 4:10). La Teología del
Ministerio y el Servicio destaca que no es que cosas hacemos
por los demás sino más bien Jesús está haciendo algo por los
demás a través de nosotros. Consciente de la diferencia entre
'para' y 'por' cambia nuestra manera de todo servicio. Por eso la
oración es tan importante: nos mantiene recordando que toda
administración es en última instancia la obra del Señor
que se lleva a cabo a través de acciones de discípulos
fieles "(Obispo Robert Morneau, auxiliar emérito de la
diócesis de Green Bay, WI).
En el Evangelio de hoy Jesús recuerda a los apóstoles que
ser un cristiano no es quién es primero, sino más bien, cómo
servir.
Cristo el buen pastor, ven en nuestra ayuda,
Padre James Burkart, Pastor
[email protected]
25th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Mass Intentions & Scripture Readings
25° DOMINGO DEL TIEMPO ORDINARIO
Intenciones de la misa y Lecturas de las Escrituras
Mon/Lun, Sept. 21
12 Noon
Tom Stolle †
Eph 4:1-7, 11-13 | Ps 19:2-5 | Mt 9:9-13
Tues/Mar, Sept. 22
7:00 am
Fanaro Family
Ezr 6:7-8, 12, 14-20 | Ps 122:1-5 | Lk 8:19-21
Wed/Mie, Sept. 23
9:00 am
Marita Duggan †
Ezr 9:5-9 | Tb 13:2-4, 7-8 | Lk 9:1-6
Thur/Jue, Sept. 24
7:00 pm
Jasmine Suarez
Hg 1:1-8 | Ps 149:1-6, 9 | Lk 9:7-9
Fri/Vie, Sept. 25
9:00 am
Marita Duggan †
Hg 2:1-9 | Ps 43:1-4 | Lk 9:18-22
Sat/Sab, Sept. 26
8:30 am
5:30 pm
Anna Eszenyi †
Miguel Angelo Bucal
Zec 2:5-9, 14-15 | Jer 31:10, 11-13 | Lk 9:43-45
Micki Zell †
Terri & Tom † Mancini
Miquel Angel Bucal
People of the Parish
Fidel Guzman Vasquez †
Nm 11:25-29 | Ps 19:8, 10-14 | Jas 5:1-6 | Mk 9:38-43, 45, 47-48
Sun/Dom, Sept. 27
En Español
7:30 am
9:00 am
10:45 am
12:30 pm
2:00 pm
For the weekend of / Para el fin de semana Sept 12 & 13
Weekly Contribution / Contribución seminal
$ 43,394.
Weekly Budgeted / Presupuesto semanal
$ 37,087.
Over (Under) / Sobre (Bajo)
$ 6,307.
Catholic Universities
$ 2,802.
FaithDirect—Parish eGiving / eGiving de la parroquia
Number of Participants / Número de participantes
206
Sign up today for Regular Enrollment!
¡Inscribase en línea hoy!
www.faithdirect.net CGS code is TX665
Diocesan Services Fund / Fondos de Servicios Diocesanos
2015 Parish Goal / 2015 Meta Parroquia
$243,000.
Pledged to date / Comprometidos hasta fecha
$248,275.
Total Amount Paid / Cantidad Total Pagada
$223,069.
Amount still owed / Cantidad total que se debe
$ 19,931.
Number of Participants / Número de participantes
481
Thank you for your continued support and generosity!
¡Gracias por su apoyo y generosidad!
Together, let us pray for the needs of our
brothers and sisters, for those in the military, and
those we hold in our hearts.
Juntos, oremos por las necesidades de nuestros
hermanos y hermanas, para los militares y los que
guardamos en nuestro corazón.
Dolores Siefert, Dennis Brusnahan, Will Molina, Colby Vossler,
Harriet Rathe, Brian Waldrop, Peter Mulholland, Susie Sladecek,
Mary Corleen Kehoe, Jr., James Morton, Elaine Hintzel, Jay
Ballard, Lucille Isam, Elvis Ray Isam, Dorothy Martinez, Patty
White, Bob & Kathie Binkle, Fr. John Upton
 Rita Doyle, mother of Marius Doyle &
Annamay Torrence
 Adolfo Amador, father of Elisa Gonzales
 Benilde Rosa, sister of Delia Garcia
Ladies, do yourself a favor
Come to
 CGS Woman’s Retreat
Mercy: A Glimpse into the Heart of God
October 9-11 Peace, Quiet, Prayer, and Mass
with women from CGS and nearby Parishes.
*Individual and Private Rooms
www.passionist.org/holyname or 713-464-0211
Contact Peggy @ 281-376-3748 or
Elissa @ 281-655-8174 for info & carpool
Father
You send us your humble servant Pope Francis. His
example has given light to our eyes and joy to our hearts.
His words are, “Love is our Mission,” and we rejoice to
hear it.
Grant that we hear this in our hearts, speak it aloud
without fear and strive to imitate its promise in our nation.
May the seed sown by the Pope’s visit produce fruit beyond
measure.
May the Vicar of Jesus bring praise to
you Father, Son and Holy Spirit, and
God forever and ever.
Amen
Padre,
Nos envías tu siervo el humilde Papa Francisco. Su ejemplo
ha dado luz a nuestros ojos y alegría a nuestros corazones.
Sus palabras son “El amor es nuestra Misión” y nos alegra
oírlo.
Concédenos que escuchemos esto en nuestros corazones, Y
que lo proclamemos en voz alta, sin miedo y nos animemos a
imitar su promesa en nuestra nación. Que esta semilla
sembrada por la visita del Papa produzca fruto sin medida.
Que este Vicario de Jesús, traiga Gloria al Padre, Hijo y
Espíritu Santo, un solo Dios por los siglos de los siglos.
Amen
CHRIST THE GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC COMMUNITY
SPRING, TEXAS
The Knights will be serving a Pancake Breakfast
September 27th after the morning Masses and the
proceeds will be for funding Father Desy's Annuity
for the first time. Let's show our appreciation to
Father Desy for his dedication by joining the
Knights and fellow Parishioners at a delicious
breakfast of pancakes and all the fixings after
mass.
RCIA: Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. Are you interested
in joining the Catholic Faith? Let’s talk about the Catholic faith
and the sacraments of the Church. The informal inquiry sessions
for adults are ongoing every Monday night 2015 at 7:00 p.m. in
the PAC Bride’s Room. I look forward to meeting you! Gloria
Scoyola 281-376-6831 or [email protected]
FAITH FORMATION PARENT ORIENTATION DATES
ELEMENTARY / JR. HIGH / HIGH SCHOOL
September 23 OR September 27
7:00pm - Pre-K 4yr olds
7:30pm – Elementary K—5th
8:00pm – Jr. High
8:30pm – High School
ELEMENTARY FIRST SACRAMENTS ORIENTATION
(1st Reconciliation / 1st Eucharist)
In Spanish – September 22 7pm-8:30pm
September 20, 2015
20 de Septiembre de 2015
Los caballeros de Colón estarán sirviendo sus desayunos
de Pancakes el domingo 27 de septiembre después de las
Misas de 730am, 9am y 1045am, las ganancias serán para
el fondo financiero del padre Desy por primera vez.
Vamos a mostrar nuestro agradecimiento a padre Desy por
su dedicación al unirse a los caballeros y compañeros
feligreses en un delicioso desayuno de Pancakes después
de Misa.
RICA: Rito de Iniciación Cristiana de Adultos El RICA es el
proceso por el cual los adultos que desean ser parte de la fe
Católica reciben su instrucción. Por favor llámame para platicar del
proceso que necesitas para recibir los sacramentos de la Iglesia
Católica. Comuníquese con Gloria Scoyola:l 281-376-6831 ext 342
o [email protected]
Come and Join Us
Bible Adventures
Wednesdays
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
September thru May
*For children 3 years of age as of September 1st of
the current school year and MUST be able to attend
to their bathroom needs independently.
HIGH SCHOOL FIRST SACRAMENTS ORIENTATION
(1st Reconciliation/1st Eucharist) AND CONFIRMATION
September 23 OR September 27
In English – 8:30pm
Junior High Youth Group
Wednesday, September 24th Broom Stick
Hockey!
.
High School Youth Group
Wednesday, September 23rd
* An opening Mass will be held OCTOBER 4th at
6:00pm for Jr. High and High School Youth who are
registered in Faith Formation
* Una Misa de apertura tendrá lugar el 4 de OCTUBRE
a las 6:00PM para “Jr. High y High School” jóvenes
que están registrado en el programa de Formación de
The Nursery will be open during the
Wednesday morning Mass (9 am)
beginning September 9th. Extended
childcare is available for those attending the
Wednesday Morning Scripture Study
beginning at 10 am. Contact Sandy Krzes.
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The CGS Children’s Choir (Grades 2-8) is starting it’s
2015-2016 season Today from 2-3:34 in the choir room.
We rehearse once a month and sing the Sunday following
rehearsal at the 10:45 mass. Contact Anita Graig for more
information at 281-320-0142.
25th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Fall Festival October 17, 2015
CGS Fall Festival is just around the
corner. Fall festival committee is
kicking it up a notch this year. Come
and be a part of this exciting event.
Contact Mark Stoebner at
281-374-8752 or email
[email protected]
Volunteers are a vital part of our festival.
Please contact Marieanne Suarez
281-851-9806
Español – Juanita Hill 713-208-5327 or email
[email protected]
Please consider donating new or gently
used items for Silent Auction. Cash
donations & gift cards are welcomed and
appreciated to help with both Children's &
Adult Silent Auctions. Please contact Leslie
Cervantez at 713-452-0009 or
[email protected]
Raffle Tickets are on sale. Grand Prize
2016 Ford Fusion SE
nd
rd
2 . 3 .and 4th. Prizes $500 Visa gift card.
Get your winning ticket today.
25° DOMINGO DEL TIEMPO ORDINARIO
Festival de Otoño, Octubre 17 del 2015
El festival de otoño de CGS ya a la vuelta de la
esquina. El comité del festival está trabajando
en la planeación para que este sea un año
inolvidable. Venga y sea parte de este gran
evento. Comunicarse con Mark Stoebner al
281-374-8752 o email
[email protected]
Se necesitan más de 300 Voluntarios para
ayudar durante todo el día en diferentes áreas,
comunicarse con Marieanne Suarez
281-851-9806
Español – Juanita Hill 713-208-5327 o email
[email protected]
El comité de Subastas en Vivo y Silenciosa
necesita artículos. Sus artículos deducibles de
impuesto pueden traerse a la oficina parroquial.
Para más informes comunicarse con:
Subasta en Vivo- Cristina Patetta 281-376-6831 o
[email protected]
Subasta Silenciosa - Leslie Cervantez 713-452-0009 o
[email protected]
Boletos para la rifa ya están a la venta.
Premio mayor de un Ford Fusion SE 2016
2do. 3ro y 4to premios es una tarjeta de
regalo VISA con valor de $500. Compre su
boleto ganador ¡hoy!
“Master, I want to see.”
Car enthusiasts…back
Catholic Men’s Conference
by popular demand...we
will be having some
antique cars at the festival.
If you have an old car that
you would like to show at
the festival, please contact
Jan in the social ministry
office.
San Antonio, Texas
February 13, 2016
New Norris Conference Center
618 NW Loop 410, Suite 207
Sign-Up’s in Progress
Extra Sign-up Cards at Front Desk
Contact: Lorelei Guerin- [email protected]
Small Community Leaders will contact
participants in the next two weeks.
Begins week of October 4th
Sold out 2013, 2014 and 2015 Don’t Miss 2016
To learn more and register online go to:
cmcsanantonio.com
Inscripcion en progreso
Tarjetas adicionales a la receptionist
Contact: Mariela [email protected]
Lideres de grupo pequeno se pondra en los
participantes en las dos semanas.
Comienza semana del 4 de octubre
CHRIST THE GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC COMMUNITY
SPRING, TEXAS
September 20, 2015
20 de Septiembre de 2015
THIS WEEK AT OUR PARISH
ESTA SEMANA EN NUESTRA PARROQUIA
Sun / Dom, Sept. 20
RCIA
First Reconciliation Session I
High School/College Musicians
Mon / Lun, Sept. 21
Bible Study
Pan de Vida
RCIA Inquiry
Baptism Class Session II-Español
Ensayo del Grupo de Oracion
Grupo de Sanacion
Tues / Mar, Sept. 22
Early Childhood Program
Handbell Choir Practice
Boy Scout Troop 1550 Meeting
1st Reconciliation Parent Makeup Mtg.-Español
GriefShare
Reunion de Servidores del Grupo de Oracion
Infant Baptism Session III-English
9:00 a.m.
12:30 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
9:30 a.m.
4:30 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
Wed / Mie, Sept. 23
Bible Adventures
Adventures in Literature
Sunday Scripture Discussion
CGS 55 Plus Board Meeting
High School Youth Night “Da Vine”
The Earthen Vessels Prayer Group
Faith Formation Orientation Mtg. for All Grades
Preparacion Del Retiro De Sanacion
Serra Club Program Meeting
Choir Practice
9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
4:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
Thur/Jue, Sept. 24
Early Childhood Program
Book Study
Marriage Support Group
Jr. High Youth Night “Be Light”
MFCC Terma 2
Shepherds For Christ
Nuestra Fe Catolica
Parent Meeting For 1st Reconciliation Prep
Grupo de Oración “El Rebaño”
Spanish Choir
EMHC Homebound and Hospital
9:30 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
5:30 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
Fri / Vie, Sept. 25
Discipulos en Accion
TOV “Adultos”
10:00 a.m.
7:00 p.m.
Sat / Sab, Sept. 26
Formacion para el Ministerio Cristiano
9:00 a.m.
Baptism Class Session 1-English
9:00 a.m.
1st Reconciliation Preparation Session 1-Español
10:00 a.m.
Infant Baptism Celebrations
10:00 a.m.
TOV Segundo Semestre
4:00 p.m.
Infant Baptism Celebrations
5:30 p.m.
Sun / Dom, Sept. 27 KC PANCAKE BREAKFAST
RCIA
9:00 a.m.
Catechist Meeting
5:00 p.m.
High School /College Musicians
5:30 p.m.
Junior High Faith Formation
5:30 p.m.
Faith Formation Orientation Mgt. for All Grades
7:00 p.m.
High School Faith Formation
7:00 p.m.
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Canonization of Junipero Serra
Currently there are three native born
saints and another nine who labored and
died within the United States.
On September 23rd Pope Francis will
canonize Blessed Junipero Serra, O.F.M. (1713-1784) at the
National Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. (Watch or
listen @ 2:15 pm on EWTN TV or KSHJ 1430 AM radio) He
was a Franciscan missionary from Spain who arrived in
California to set up Catholic missions. It was very difficult
and often met with distrust and violence among the native
peoples. He labored in California for about 15 years serving
as leader and father to the Franciscan missionaries and
those who converted to Christianity.
We have a local organization named after Blessed Junipero
Serra called The Serra Club. Serrans accept as their
responsibility the promotion of vocations to the priesthood
and religious life (www.serrainternational.org). For more
information about the Bl. Junipero Serra and his upcoming
canonization go to: (http://catholicexchange.com/thenewest-american-saint-junipero-serra-apostle-ofcalifornia).
Serran Mass
Honoring the Canonization of Blessed Junipero
Serra CGS Chapel, Celebrant Father Joseph Dang
Wednesday, September 23, 2015 at 7:00 pm.
Reception following in the Narthex
Everyone is Invited!
Contact Candice Tyrrell for all Inquiries: 281-639-4859
http://www.serrainternational.org/
IGNATIAN
SPIRITUAL EXERCISES FOR MEN
Regnum Christi Men’s
Triduum of Renewal
September 24-27, 2015
Check-In : Thurs 6-7 pm
Ends: Sunday at 3pm
Cost: $325
Men’s Open
Spiritual Exercises
September 25-27, 2015
Check-In: Friday 6-7 pm
Ends: Sunday at 3pm
Cost: $275
Mother of Perpetual Help Retreat Center
3417 W. Little York Road, Houston, TX 77091
Online registration@ regnumchristiretreats.com