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Saint Joseph Catholic Church
Iglesia Catolica De San Jose
Welcome to Visitors & New
Members
You are welcome to worship with us at any time. If
you are new to the Randolph County area, may we
invite you to register as a member of the parish?
Registration forms are available in parking lot
vestibule or by calling the office. 336—629-0221
512 West Wainman Avenue
Asheboro, NC 27203
Ph: 336-629-0221
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.stjoenc.org
Office Hour Monday - Friday 8:00 am 5:00 pm
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Para Confesarse
Saturday at 5:00pm / Wednesday at 5:30 pm or by
appointment
Pueden confesarse los sábados a los 5:00pm y
Miercoles a los 5.30 pm de la tarde o puede llamar
al Párrocco, el Padre Philip por cita especial
Eucharistic Adoration Adoracion Eucaristica
First Fridat/Primer Viernes 9:00 am—Saturday 6:00
Mass Schedule / Horario de Misas
Saturday/Sábado 4:00pm English ,
6:00pm Español
Sunday/Domingo 9:00 am, 4:00 pm in English
12:00 pm en Español
Daily Masses:
Monday and Friday: 8:15am,
Wednesday: 6:00pm,
Thursday: 12:15
Holy Days: 7 pm Vigil 8:15, 12:15,& 7 pm Espanol
Parish Staff
Fr. Philip Kollithanath: Pastor, Email:
[email protected]
Jean Hyatt: Parish Secretary;
Teresita Ramirez: Office Assistant
Colette Estes Music Coordinator
Jason Kroeger Faith Formation Coordinator (English)
Manuela Torres: Hispanic Faith Formation Coordinator
Rosemary Chriscoe: Parish Council;
Scott Harris: Finance Council
Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
July 19, 2015
Behold, the days are coming,
says the LORD, when I will raise up
a righteous shoot to David.
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PARISH OF ST. JOSEPH
July 19,2015
From the Pastor’s Desk Fr. Philip Kollithanath
Pope Francis in his book on Marriage continues on the spiritual dimension of the sacrament. Referring to the miracle at the Wedding at Cana
( Jn.2:1-11) the Holy Father reminds us that the earthly celebration is rescued by the redeeming presence and miraculous intervention of Jesus.
Every marriage becomes a successful celebration when we turn to the Lord with our human limitations. The basic truth about marriage is in
“the permanent commitment to solidarity, fidelity, and fruitful love” unveiling the deepest longings of the human heart. In this amorphous
culture and age when people are reluctant to make a real commitment, it is a courageous act to seek strong and lasting love.
Young people should be aware of the obstacles to a permanent commitment in marriage and courageously come forward to form families and
bring forth children to the world. It is a frequent jargon to say “it is difficult out there ..” the grace of the sacrament will give them the
strength and the courage they need in marriage for a long journey together for an entire life. They need Jesus’ help to walk beside one another
in trust, acceptance, and a forgiving heart. It is the greatest inspiration for the children to see their father and mother growing together and
making each other – more of a man and more of a woman.
The Holy Father continues his rationale that the marriage is the sacrament of the love of Christ and the Church. The reality of this mutual
devotion is solidified and purified through suffering and willful acceptance of the crosses in the process. A desire to live together is a basic
undercurrent. When the human mind is not settled in this, is easily swayed by obstacles and conflicts in daily life. Prayer, individually and
together, is the source of strength for success and perseverance. A prayerful heart will receive the grace to forgive and love, no matter what.
According to the Holy Father (p. 26-34 ), the three magic words, “please, thank you, and sorry”, prayer, and making peace before making bed,
will keep the marriage a beautiful and growing experience.
Today we encounter many couples living together, having children, building families, and most often really devoted to each other. Why are
they afraid of or unwilling to make that lasting commitment in the sacrament of marriage? Is this leaving a door open to walk away, or due to
the influence of the liberal world which is constantly at war against the concept of family and holy matrimony ? it is like using all that is available but refusing to offer the security of a lasting gift of self. It does not reflect Christ’s love for us. In a loving, giving, and committed relationship, there is no room for rethinking. Our relationships should reflect Jesus’ love for us which is not over at death but remains closer even
after death.
God bless you all.
Sarcament of Baptism—Baptism is a highly sacred event and deserves careful
and complete readiness. Please contact the church office (336-629-0221 to register for the Baptism Preparation
Class, which is done on a regular basis. Parents must be registered and participating members of our parish
community.
Sacrament of Marriage
- Couples should contact the Pastor (336-629-0221) at least 6 months prior
to the wedding date for necessary preparation.
Ministry of the Sick— Please call the church office (336-629-0221) to inform us of an illness or hospitalization of a family member. Federal Privacy Law prohibits the hospital from giving room numbers, so we
must have prior knowledge of a patient’s room number before we visit the hospital. The Sacrament of
Anointing is done upon request prior to surgery or a illness.
Prayers for our Military—please call the office (336-629-0221) to notify us of their Military Status
Faith Formation: Classes will resume in the fall.
Registration schedules will be announced.
If we continue to practice Stewardship of Time,Talent & Treasure, we will be fulfilling our LOVE OF GOD
and our neighbor with our heart, soul, mind & strength.
July 19, 2015
Parish of St. Joseph
WEEKLY MASS SCHEDULE 7/19
Weekly Offerings:
Offertory:
$
4,862.00
Sunday
Year to Date._______________ $ 9,730.00
Needed___________________ $ 13,000.00
Under/over ________________ $ 3,270.00
Building Fund Goal
Raised :
$1,500.000.00
$1,419,809.88
Thank you for your continued
support. We are getting closer
our Goal.
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9:00 am Mass English All Deceased
members of the Knights of Columbus
12:00 noon Spanish Mr.&Mrs. Moncion’s
25th Wedding Anniversary
4:00 pm Youth Mass Austin Hill
Birthday Req. Carl & Georgia
Mon. 20th 8:15 am
Tues. 21st No Mass—Rosary Group 1:00 pm
Wed. 22nd 5:00 Confessions 6:00 pm Mass
Thur. 23rd 12:15 Mass
Fri. 24th
8:15 am
Sat. 25th
4:00 pm English Tom Rich Birthday req.
Carl & Georgia
6:00 pm Spanish
Baptism Sat. 12 Noon
Adeline Cortez Muro
July 25th 6:00 pm
Eucaristia: Elizar Perez, Maria Luisa Torres, Luis Reinoso, Barbella
Lectores:
Felicitas Aviles, Rosalinda Gaeta, Miguel Dominguez
Hospitalidad Eladio Dominguez,Ponciano Aviles,
Victor Rodriguez,
Acolitos:
Jose,Jessica & Jaquelin Palma, Gerardo Barron
Adeline
STEWARDSHIP
July 26th 12:00 Noon
Eucaristia:
Jose ,Altagracia Grullon, Lleopoldo Jaimes,
Julia Rodriguez ,Blanca Castro
Lectors
Francisca Muro & Leonila Osorio
Hosptaliid Blanca & Natalia
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Annuncios: Victor Manuel, Manuela Torres
Acolitos:
Claudia & Dagne Sosa, Jaquelin Rodriguez,
Teresa Barron
If we accept the challenge of putting God
first in our time and treasure, our
attitudes, priorities and spiritual lives will
definitely change.
WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER
LITURGICAL SCHEDULE
July 25th 4:00 pm Mass
Acolytes:
Lectors:
Eucharistic
Hospitality
Jenna
Cheryl Benford , Mike Leach
Kim Price, Marty Hornyak, Keith Bryant
Lynn Hyatt, Larry Kastner
July 26th 9:00 am
Are you like sheep without a shepherd? Deepen your
communication, strengthen your relationship, rekindle your
romance and renew your sacrament. The next Worldwide
Marriage Encounter weekends are Jul 31-Aug 2, 2015 in
Chapel Hill, NC and Nov 6-8, 2015 in Atlantic Beach, NC .
Early sign up is highly recommended. For more information visit our website at: http://
NCMarriageDiscovery.org or contact us
at [email protected]
or 704-315-2144.
English Mass
Acolytes:
Georgia Smith David Appel
Lectors:
Kim Price, Ruth Scanlan
Eucharistic: Dr. Pincus, Tom Murphy, Fran Stark,
Dan Higgins,
Hospitality: David Poupore, Ron Stark, Wayne Dawson
GOD WITHIN
God dwells in a secret and hidden way in all souls, in
their very substance, for if God did not, they could not
exist at all.
—St. John of the Cross
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PARISH OF ST. JOSEPH
Knights of Columbus
& Squires
July 19,2015
PLESE TAKE A MOMENT TO PRAY FOR
OUR PARISHIONERS WHO ARE ILL
who have requested prayers:
Christopher Gardner, Bob Green, Grace Gizzi, Lillian
Any Catholic male 18 yrs &
Hazelwood & Roamona Shepard,
over who may be interested in
Robert Baker and Colleen Greene, Flora Smith,
joining the Knights, please conGary & Marilyn Hutchins , Ralph Evans, Jose Espiallet
tact Jason Kroeger at 301-4418. All the men of the
Carl McCollom & Ken Jalgert, Fanklin Lara
parish are welcome to join
SQUIRES: Will meet every 2nd Sunday of the month Military: Adolfo Angel Vasquez
after the 4pm mass.
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If there is anyone you would like to add to
St.Joseph’s Knight of Columbus offers our deep apthe prayer list please calll the office & let us
preciation for all the parishioners who participated
know. 336-629-0221
and/or volunteered for the Lake Jordan Camping
Trip. The support from Fr. Philip celebrating Mass by
the Lake Saturday night. Plus the Hispanic Members
BIRTHDAY LIST FOR JULY 19th-26th
of the Council supplying and cooking two meals
19th Nicholas Otranto, Tom Rich,
during the day on Saturday made this an event to re21st Rodolfo Benitez, Juar Cruz, Maria Esteban, Alejandro
member. Vivat Jesus!
Salinas, Veronica Mendoza
Steve Gage Grand Knight
22nd Fabiola Cortes, Maria Flores,.Estrella Hernandez,
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Magdalene Ramos
Columbiettes
The deadline for Recipe’s is fast approaching, we would like to put in your favorite recipes
in the new Book “ BREAKING BREAD WITH THE
LORD.”
If each Family could either write, print or
copy a few of your favorite recipes it would be
greatly appreciated. Thank you for your help in
this venture to raise money for the new church.
Eucharistic Congress 2015
The Theme for the 11th Eucharistic Congress for the Diocese of
Charlotte is “Behold I Make all Things New”. The Congress will
include a procession of the Eucharist through the streets of Uptown Charlotte. Plan to attend this important event, September
11 & 12 2015 at the Charlotte Convention Center. Visit
www.GoEucharist.com for more information.
23rd David Appel, Francy Garcia, Donald Dunmyer, Mary
Heerschap, Hector Jaramillo
24th Andres Mercado, Paul Shue, Judy Simmons
25th Ofelia Aquino, Rocio Belman, Jonathan Leach,
Jaime Soto,
26th Erik Aguilar, Gael Ambriz, Daisy Garcia, Rosendo
Flores, Ivyme Piansay, Carmen Estrada, Ana
Santaolaya, George Skinner, Maria del Carmen
Xinastle
EDUCATIONAL MINUTES
Anyone that would like to ask Kim Price any questions
regarding “Educational Minutes) or if anyone has a topic of
interest to present to the congregation please e-mail her at
[email protected] or by cell phone 336– 653-1201.
Kim will be glad to discuss your recommended topics.
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YOUTH SCHEDULE FOR JULY
Confirmation Bibles: the list of Candidates is
July 19th Youth Group meets at 5:30 pm
July 25th Habitat for Humanity Service
July 26th Youth Group meets at 5:30 pm
hanging on the wall near the old kitchen. If anyone would like to
donate a bible for our Candidates, please sign your name on the
sheet. Bibles will be $40.00 each. Please drop
the money off at the office or the collection.
State what it is for and who you want to donate it
to. Thank you for your generosity.
PARISH OF ST. JOSEPH
TODAY’S READINGS
First Reading — I shall gather the remnant of my
flock and bring them back to their meadow
(Jeremiah 23:1-6).
Psalm — The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing
I shall want (Psalm 23).
Second Reading — You who were once far off have become near by
the blood of Christ (Ephesians 2:13-18).
Gospel — When Jesus saw the vast crowd, his heart was moved with
pity for them, and he began to teach them many things (Mark 6:30-
TREASURES AND TRADITIONS
When
Catholicism encounters a culture, it tends to approach the culture
with a measure of respect for its key customs, especially those touching family life. Around the world, these long‑established customs are
often received into the liturgy, sometimes with a new level of interpretation. From Old Mexico, the custom of the lasso (“cord”) has
migrated across borders, and is now firmly established in the marriage liturgy of Spanish‑speaking Catholics in the United States. It’s a
large cord, sometimes resembling rosary beads, looped around the
necks of the newlyweds in a figure‑eight shape. It is a great honor for
a person, normally a godparent or close relative, to place the lasso
around the shoulders of the couple, groom first. The lasso, a symbol
of profound unity, remains in place throughout the liturgy until removed, usually by the priest. The bride keeps the lasso as a memento
of the day, a sign of her ties of love to her husband in heart and
home. The tender ministry of the godparent in this ceremony clearly
links this sacrament of vocation th baptism. It’s not unusual to see
the lasso made of fragrant orange blossoms, harking back to very ancient pre‑Christian rituals seeking the blessings of fertility and
happiness.
—Rev. James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES
Sunday:
Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Monday:
St. Apollinaris
Tuesday:
St. Lawrence of Brindisi
Wednesday: St. Mary Magdalene
Thursday: St. Bridget
Friday:
St. Sharbel Makhlūf
Saturday: St. James
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday:
Tuesday:
Wednesday:
Thursday:
Friday:
Saturday:
Sunday:
Ex 14:5-18; Ex 15:1bc-6; Mt 12:38– 42
Ex 14:21 — 15:1; Ex 15:8-10, 12, 17; Mt 12:46-50
Ex 16:1-5, 9-15; Ps 78:18-19, 23-28; Jn 20:1-2, 11-18
Ex 19:1-2, 9-11, 16-20b; Dn 3:52-56; Mt 13:10-17
Ex 20:1-17; Ps 19:8-11; Mt 13:18-23 –28
2 Cor 4:7-15; Ps 126:1bc-6; Mt 20:20—28
2 Kgs 4:42-44; Ps 145:10-11, 15-18; Eph 4:1-6; Jn 6:115
July 19, 2015
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NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING
A FREE Natural Family Planning (NFP) Full Course
(with intro.) will be offered in Winston-Salem at Holy
Family Catholic Church, August 8th, from 1pm to 5pm.
Topics to be covered include:
* Effectiveness of modern NFP methods
* Health risks of popular contraceptives
* Benefits of NFP - health, relational, and spiritual
* Church teaching on marital sexuality
* And...how to use NFP
For more information, go to ccdoc.org/nfp or to RSVP,
contact: Batrice Adcock, MSN, at Catholic Charities
(704)-370-3230 or [email protected].
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WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER
It is our trust and faith in God that allows him to heal us and gives us
peace. Is God in charge of your marriage? Deepen your communication, rekindle your romance and renew your sacrament. The next
worldwide Marriage Encounter wk.ends are 7/31—8/2/2015 in Chapel Hill NC and Nov. 6-8-2015 in Atlantic Beach, NC Early sign up is
recommended. For more information applications ar NCMarriageDiscovery.org or contact us at [email protected]
or 704-315-2144.
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Rediscover Your Marriage – Retrouvaille simply
means 'rediscovery'. The program offers the chance to rediscover yourself, your spouse, and a loving relationship in your marriage. Thousands of couples headed for divorce have successfully improved their marriages by attending. Retrouvaille is a not
spiritual retreat, sensitivity group, seminar or social gathering.
It is a program where couples learn to talk to each other again.
For confidential information or to apply for the next program
beginning with a weekend September 25, 2015, call 800-4702230 or 434-793-0242, e-mail us at [email protected],
or visit the web site at www.retrouvaille.org.
THANK YOU TO ALL WHO HAVE TURNED
IN THEIR PLEDGES FOR DSA.
We are still short of our assessment. Please consider making
your pledge soon in order for us to reach our goal
Please be informed that we are short of $7,925.00 to meet the
DSA Goal.
Since our building plans are currently under the review of
the Diocese, they will look into our liabilities first.
DSA is a parish liability which we have to meet the goal.
Please help our progress towards the building project.
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Iglesia De San Jose
Ig lesia Católica de San José
July 19, 2015
Fr. Philip Kollithanath Pastor
Papa Francisco en su libro sobre el matrimonio continúa en la dimensión espiritual de la Santa Cena. Refiriéndose al milagro en
las bodas de Caná (Juan 2: 1-11), el Santo Padre nos recuerda que la celebración terrenal es rescatado por la presencia redentora y la
intervención milagrosa de Jesús. Cada matrimonio se convierte en una celebración con éxito cuando nos volvemos al Señor con
nuestras limitaciones humanas. La verdad básica sobre el matrimonio se encuentra en "el compromiso permanente de la solidaridad,
fidelidad y amor fecundo" revelando los anhelos más profundos del corazón humano. En esta cultura amorfa y edad en que la gente
es reacia a hacer un compromiso real, es un acto de valentía de buscar el amor fuerte y duradera.
Los jóvenes deben ser conscientes de los obstáculos para un compromiso permanente en el matrimonio y con valentía presentado
para formar familias y traer hijos al mundo. Es una jerga frecuente decir "es difícil por ahí .." la gracia del sacramento les dará la
fuerza y el valor que necesitan en el matrimonio para un largo viaje juntos por una vida entera. Necesitan la ayuda de Jesús para
caminar al lado de uno al otro en la confianza, la aceptación, y un corazón perdonador. Es la mayor fuente de inspiración para
que los niños ven a su padre ya su madre creciendo juntos y haciendo unos a otros - más hombre y más de una mujer.
El Santo Padre continúa su argumento de que el matrimonio es el sacramento del amor de Cristo y de la Iglesia. La realidad
de esta devoción mutua se solidifica y se purifica a través del sufrimiento y la aceptación voluntaria de los cruces en el proceso. Un
deseo de vivir juntos es un trasfondo básico. Cuando la mente humana no se resuelve en este, es fácil de llevar por los obstáculos y
conflictos en la vida cotidiana. La oración, individual y colectivamente, es la fuente de fortaleza para el éxito y la perseverancia.
Un corazón orante recibirá la gracia de perdonar y amar, no importa qué. Según el Santo Padre (p. 26-34), las tres palabras
mágicas, "por favor, gracias y lo siento", la oración y hacer la paz antes de hacer la cama, se mantendrá el matrimonio una
experiencia hermosa y creciente.
Hoy en día nos encontramos con muchas parejas que viven juntas, tener hijos, la construcción de familias, y más a menudo
realmente dedicado a la otra. ¿Por qué tienen miedo o no quieren hacer ese compromiso duradero en el sacramento del
matrimonio? ¿Es esto deja una puerta abierta a alejarse, o debido a la influencia del mundo liberal que está constantemente en
guerra contra el concepto de familia y matrimonio santo? que es como usar todo lo que está disponible, pero se niega a ofrecer la
seguridad de un regalo duradero de sí mismo. No refleja el amor de Cristo por nosotros. En una relación de amor, dar, y
comprometido, no hay espacio para repensar. Nuestras relaciones deben reflejar el amor de Jesús para
nosotros, que no ha terminado en la muerte, pero sigue siendo más cerca, incluso después de la muerte.
Dios los bendiga a todos.
Caballero de Colón de St. Joseph ofrece nuestro profundo
agradecimiento a todos los feligreses que participaron y / o se
ofrecieron voluntariamente para el viaje Lago Jordan Camping.
en quiere donar una biblia para nuestros candidatos, por favor
El apoyo del P. Philip celebrar la Misa por la noche Lago
firme su nombre en la hoja. Biblias serán de aproximadamente $ Sábado. Además de los miembros hispanos del Consejo su40.00 cada uno. Por favor deje el dinero en la oficina o en la
ministro y cocinar dos comidas durante el día el sábado hicieron
de este un evento para recordar. Vivat Jesús! Steve Gage Granero
colección. Por favor, indique para qué sirve y quién quiere doero
narlo a. Gracias por tu generosidad.
Confirmación Biblias:
Columbiettes
la lista de los candidatos i algui-
La fecha límite para la receta de se acerca
rápidamente, nos gustaría poner en sus recetas favoritas en el nuevo libro "ROMPIENDO EL PAN CON EL SEÑOR." Si cada
familia podría ya sea escribir, imprimir o copiar algunas de sus
recetas favoritas que sería muy apreciada . Gracias por su ayuda en
Le informamos de que estamos por debajo de
esta empresa para recaudar fondos para la nueva iglesia usted.
DIOS DENTRO DE MI
Dios está de una forma secreta y escondida dentro de las
paredes de nuestra alma; en su misma substancia, por que si no
fuera así, no podría existir del todo.
$7,925.00. para cumplir con el Objetivo de DSA.
Desde nuestros planes de construcción están actualmente
en la revisión de la Diócesis, que se verá en nuestros pasivos
primero.DSA es una responsabilidad de la parroquia, que
tenemos que cumplir con el objetivo.Por favor, ayudar a
nuestro progreso hacia el proyecto de construcción.
Iglesia De San Jose
July 19,2015
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TRADICIONES DE NUESTRA FE El evangelista Mateo (14:21) recuenta que cuando Jesús multiplicó los panes,
dio de comer a “unos cinco mil hombres, sin contar las mujeres y los niños”. Este pequeño detalle lo tiene sólo él. Mateo escribió su
Evangelio para los cristianos de origen judío, por lo cual contiene muchos detalles que solamente reconocen aquellas personas de origen judío. Por ejemplo, el detalle acerca del número y la clasificación de personas que comieron del pan multiplicado. En aquella época, la religión judía sólo permitía la participación del varón. Las mujeres y los niños no contaban para el culto, ni en la toma de decisiones en la casa. Por lo tanto, al subrayar la presencia de las mujeres y los niños, Mateo indica que en la Iglesia o comunidad cristiana, las
mujeres y los niños participan activamente. También ellos comen y reciben de la bondad de Jesús. Esto engrandece la maravilla del
milagro, porque el número de personas que comieron se multiplica. Pero más importante aún, subraya la apertura de la comunidad
nueva, instaurada por Jesús, la Iglesia, donde ni mujeres ni niños deben ser relegados.—Fray Gilberto Cavazos-Glz, OFM, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
LOS SANTOS Y OTRAS CELEBRACIONES
Domingo: Decimosexto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario
Lunes:
San Apolinario
Martes:
San Lorenzo de Brindis
Miércoles:Santa María Magdalena
Jueves:
Santa Brígida de Suecia
Viernes: San Sharbel Makhlūf
Sábado: Santiago
LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA
Lunes:
Ex 14:5-18; Ex 15:1bc-6; Mt 12:38-42
Martes:
Ex 14:21 — 15:1; Ex 15:8-10, 12, 17; Mt 12:4650
Miércoles: Ex 16:1-5, 9-15; Sal 78 (77):18-19, 23-28; Jn
20:1-2, 11-18
Jueves:
Ex 19:1-2, 9-11, 16-20b; Dn 3:52-56; Mt 13:1017
Viernes: Ex 20:1-17; Sal 19 (18):8-11; Mt 13:18-23
Sábado: 2 Cor 4:7-15; Sal 126 (125):1bc-6; Mt 20:20 -28
Domingo: 2 Re 4:42-44; Sal 145 (144):10-11, 15-18; Ef 4:1
-6; Jn 6:1-15
Planificación Familiar Natural
Que es el Metodo de Planificacion Familiar Natural y como
Primera lectura — El Señor reunirá el resto del rebaño y asig- utilizar
nará nuevos pastores (Jeremías 23:1-6).
Sus Beneficios
Salmo — El Señor es mi pastor, nada me falta (Salmo 23 [22]). Riesgos y efectos secundarios de la contraception hormonal
Segunda lectura — En Cristo, tanto los judios como los no juEnseñansas de la Iglesia
LECTURAS DE HOY
dios tienen acceso en un sólo Espíritu (Efesios 2:1318).Evangelio — Cansados, Jesús y los apóstoles tratan de irse
hacia un lugar retirado para descansar (Marcos 6:30-34).
Curso Gratis, Lunes, 17 de Agosto, Iglesia Católica de San
Francisco de Asis, Franklin, de 6 pm a 9 pm, contacto Edith
PROGRAMA JUVENTUD julio
11 de julio de Hábitat para el trabajo de servicio Humanidad.
12 de julio Squires se reúnen a las 5:30 pm
19 de julio Grupo de Jóvenes se reúne a las 5:30 pm 25 de julio de Hábitat para la Humanidad de
servicio
26 de julio Grupo de Jóvenes reúne a las 5:30 pm
LA PRESENCIA DE CRISTO EN EL MUNDO
Hay una cierta “conexión” que falta entre las dos primeras oraciones del Evangelio de hoy. En la primera los apóstoles regresan de
la misión a la que habían sido enviados de dos en dos (“apóstol” en griego significa “enviado”). Habían sido enviados a predicar la
conversión, a expulsar a los demonios, y a sanar a los enfermos en el nombre de Jesús. En la segunda oración, Jesús les dice que se
vengan con él a un lugar solitario para descansar un poco. Nos gustaría pensar que, entre esas dos oraciones, una expresión de placer y
gratitud cruzó el rostro de Jesús al oír como el Reino ha sido proclamado en su nombre, y como no tuvieron que sacudirse el polvo de
los pies en ninguna parte. ¡Bien se merecían un descanso! A nosotros tampoco nos vendría mal, cuando nos juntamos alrededor de
Jesús como los apóstoles en el Evangelio de hoy, que nos tomáramos un descanso, para que el Señor pueda escuchar lo que hemos
hecho en su nombre –nuestros éxitos, nuestras decepciones, nuestra necesidad de “escaparnos” un rato con él para que nos fortalezca
para seguir trabajando en el nombre de Dios. Ya que nosotros los bautizados no somos sólo el rebaño de Cristo; por el agua y el Espíritu hemos sido transformados en el Cuerpo mismo de Cristo, la presencia del pastor para dar vida al mundo.
Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.