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Fill us with your
love, O Lord, and
we will sing for joy!
__ Psalm 90
11 October 2015
28th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday Mass
Saturday Vigil: 5:00 PM
Sunday AM: 6:30, 8:00, 9:45, 11:30
Sunday PM: 1:15 (Español), 5:00 (Teen Mass), 6:30
Pastor
Fr. Patrick Moses
Weekday Mass
Monday – Friday: 6:30, 8:30 AM
Wednesday: 7:00 PM (Our Lady of Perpetual Help Novena)
(Tagalog Mass every 4th Wednesday of the month)
Saturday: 8:30 AM
Permanent Deacons
José Campos, Del Davis, Steve Germain, Gerald Pyne
Adoration
Weekly: Fridays 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Monthly: 13th of the month 9:00 AM – 6:00 AM (on the 14th)
Penance
Monday: 6:00 PM (English & Spanish)
Friday: 6:00 PM (English & Spanish)
Saturday: 3:30 PM or by appointment (English & Spanish)
Parochial Vicars
Fr. Martin Nguyen and Fr. Rudy Alumam
School Principal
Monica Hayden
Parish Office Hours
9:00 AM - 7:30 PM* Monday & Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM* Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
*Closed for lunch from 12:00 - 1:00 PM
CLOSED SATURDAY
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Sunday
New Hope Crisis Counseling Hotline
Hot Line (24/7) 1-714-NEW-HOPE or 714-639-4673
5201 Evergreen Avenue, Cypress, CA 90630  714-826-0760  www.sticypress.org  [email protected]
11 OCTOBER 2015  28TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
“Good Teacher, what must I do?” (Mark 10:17) – a question from
today’s Gospel, Mark 16:17-30, essential to a Christian life well lived.
The alternative – drifting along without responsible reflection – is a
wasted life. The reply of Jesus to the young man who puts this question
to him is surprising. The community that gave us Mark’s Gospel certainly
believed that Jesus was God’s unique Son. The response given by
Jesus reflects a constant pattern in his teaching: he wanted to lead his
hearers to the Father. Like the young man, we will only find the answer
to the question of what direction our life should take in the presence of
the One Jesus called his God and Father.
The life of all who live in Christ is one and the same; there are, however,
different forms of discipleship. This paradox has given rise to some
confusion in the Church’s life when states of life have been compared.
The first response of Jesus in this incident is to urge fidelity to the
commandments – the pattern of life to which most of the Lord’s disciples
are called. However, this man was seeking a way that went beyond what
had been recommended. Jesus “looking at him, loved him” (Mark 10:21),
and he urged him to sell everything he owned and give the money to the
poor, and to join Jesus in the radical detachment that was Jesus’ own
way of life – for the sake of the Kingdom.
For many centuries, the comparison of the two ways of life indicated
by Jesus has been expressed in misleading terms. The radical following
has been spoken of as a higher form of Christian life. But life in Christ,
as has been said, is one. The life that is better for each person is the
life that they are called to by God – there they will find the way to the
greatness that is to be theirs in the designs of God. Since Vatican II this
confusion has been left behind. Today, however, it is being suggested
that as we have recovered an appreciation of the fact that no baptized
Christian is in an inferior state of life, we have obscured the fact that
the Lord’s call to individual disciples involved different means of living
discipleship.
The reaction of the young man leads Jesus to develop a theme
important for all forms of discipleship: earthly possessions can prove a
great obstacle to growth of life in Christ. The disciples were amazed,
because many texts of the Old Testament seemed to imply that material
wellbeing is a sign of God’s blessing on a good life. Our reading from
Wisdom 7:7-11shows that old Israel was already looking beyond this
point of view. The whole life of Jesus is a corrective of this superficial
interpretation of God’s ways. His final words have a lesson for disciples,
whatever the form of following to which they have been called – authentic
fidelity is a gift of God, “All things are possible for God” (Mark 10:27). Our
reading from Hebrews 4:12-13 can serve as a commentary on the call of
Jesus to make our life decisions in the presence of the Father. The “Word
of God” (Hebrews 4:12) is a theme of great importance in the Old Testament. It is a Word that confronts believers with the ways of God. In Jesus
we know the Word of God in person, a Word giving expression to the
boundless love and generosity of the Father who calls each one of us.
With my prayers in Christ,
Fr. Patrick
Parish Office 714-826-0760
Business Administration
Steve Germain, Business Manager
Tony Kulassia, Office Manager
Sherri Nelson, Admin. Secretary
Margie Mendez, Secretary
Lisa Giacomi, Bulletin
Adult Formation
Rebecca Soto, Director
Ministerio Hispano
Sr. Maria Teresa Salceda, Director
Humberto Arreola, Coro Hispano
Health Care Ministry
Sr. Rita O’Connell, Director
Worship
Kimberly Wargo, Director of Music
Stewardship
Carlos Ramirez, Director
Youth Formation 714-826-1140
Ruth Bradley, Director
Elaine Brewster, Secretary
Renee Lloyd, Secretary
Youth Ministry 714-826-0460
Laura Benoit, Director
Denise Gonzales, Secretary
Parish School 714-827-4500
Monica Hayden, Principal
Infant Baptism
It is necessary to attend a
Pre-Baptism Information Evening.
Register in the Parish Office at
least two months prior to the
proposed Baptism date.
Sacraments
To complete sacraments or to
become Catholic, adults contact
the Parish Office; children and
teens contact Youth Formation.
Marriage
Contact the Parish Office.
Six months preparation is required.
Anointing of the Sick
In case of serious illness or surgery,
contact Health Care Ministry.
11 OCTOBER 2015  28TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
This weekend's Gospel is one of
those readings that strikes a chord of
fear in me - I possess so much that I
do not want to “give away.” While
pondering these thoughts and my
worries about the future, I am struck
by St. Mark’s observation, “Jesus,
looking at him, loved him.” I also just
read a reflection by St Ignatius of
Antioch where he confessed, "my
present need, then, is for that humility
by which the prince of this world
[satan] is overthrown." I am once
again reminded that my biggest
“treasure” is me, myself, and I. Not
so, for your parish office staff.
A short story: it seems that there
was a note, addressed to no one in
particular, that was found in the
Sunday collection by the counting
ministry. The staff person who read it
last discerned a plea for help that I
would have missed. Even better, the
author was researched, a phone
call was placed and it was quickly
discovered that the need was not for
money but for prayer. The author just
wanted a job commensurate with their
education and experience and wanted
“our” help.
A “longer” and “continuing” story:
Keeping office hours during times that
are convenient to our parishioners,
especially on weekends, is not easy.
Our limited staffing requires a lot of
personal sacrifice, by three ladies in
particular - they trade inconvenience
for their families for our “convenience.”
They regularly “give up” so that others
can “have.” Yet, you will never hear a
complaint; you will only see smiles.
A “glorious” story: We are
celebrating Margie Mendez’s 10th
anniversary as a member of the office
staff. Please stop by and thank her for
her faithful service, joyful attitude and
countless hours feeding our computer
with your generous donation data!
I / we are so blessed to be served
by humble, loving and giving followers
of Jesus. Please keep them in your
constant prayers and please pray for
our family member that wrote the note
seeking our help.
Deacon Steve
PS. This past weekend you “gave”
$33,850 to support our parish. Thank
you!
PPS. We are looking for volunteers to
help us in the office. If the Holy Spirit
is prompting you to “give away” some
time, please contact Tony Kulassia.
MONDAY
H.O.P.E. BUSINESS MEETING: 7:00 p.m. in the Education Building. All are
welcome! Come find out more about H.O.P.E.
TUESDAY
PARISH MONTHLY ADORATION begins this morning following the 8:30 a.m.
Mass and continues throughout the day and night, ending tomorrow morning before the 6:30 Mass. All parishioners are encouraged to come for any prayer time.
MARIAN MOVEMENT OF PRIESTS: Please join us in praying the rosary every
Tuesday after the 8:30 a.m. Mass in the crying room.
WALKING FOR HEALTH: 9:15 a.m. Meet in front of the Ed Bldg for a 1/2 hour walk.
CAPACITAR: 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. in the Education Building.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MEETING: 7:30 p.m. in classroom #8. For more
information please call Jay Conklin at 714-337-6857.
AL-ANON MEETING: 7:30 p.m. in Room #7. For more info call Betty at 761-4624.
WEDNESDAY
MOTHER OF PERPETUAL HELP NOVENA: Join us in the crying room after the
8:30 a.m. mass.
ROSARY FOR HUMAN LIFE, MARRIAGE, AND RELIGIOUS FREEDOM
each week at 9:45 a.m. (after the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Novena ) in the
Crying Room.
DIVORCE RECOVERY: Journey of Hope is a new program for Catholics
undergoing the pain of separation and divorce. Group meets from 7:00-8:30 p.m.
in the Youth Formation Bldg. conference room to view Journey of Hope videos and
support each other. For more information call Pat Hansmeyer at 714-713-7412.
NEW HORIZONS SUPPORT GROUP: 7:00-8:30 p.m. in classroom #14
Planned social activities for single, separated, divorced or widowed, ages 50+.
Meets the second Wednesday of each month. Contact: Alicia DeAnda at
714-761-8246 or Gerry Terpening at 714-969-0329.
THURSDAY
BIBLE STUDY: Join Deacon Jerry in the Education Building at 9:00 a.m. and
7:00 p.m. for our Bible Study. We will be studying the Gospel of John.
SHAWL MINISTRY: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. in classroom #6. Meets the 3rd Thursday
of every month. We welcome all crocheters and knitters. Shawls are intended
for members of our parish who are in need of comfort due to bereavement and/or
illness. Contact Donna Kriesel at 714/897-3019 for more information. You earn
FISH hours for participating!
FRIDAY
FOOD BAGGING: Volunteer help is needed to bag food for H.O.P.E.’s next
distribution day. Meet behind the Education Building at 7:30 a.m.
LEGION OF MARY: 9:30-11:00 a.m. in the Youth Faith Formation office. For more
information please call Grace at 714-742-0960.
CHARISMATIC PRAYER GROUP MEETINGS are held Fridays (except the first
Friday of the month) at 7:30 p.m. in classroom 6. Please join us in giving praise,
thanks, honor and love to our Lord. All are welcome.
SATURDAY
H.O.P.E. FOOD DISTRIBUTION: Volunteer help is needed to distribute food to
registered recipients. Meet behind the Education Building at 8:00 a.m.
11 OCTOBER 2015  28TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
40 DAYS FOR LIFE - HELP SAVE LIVES!!
From September 23 – November 1 Respect Life Ministry
will join with our brothers and sisters from many parishes
in Orange County in this life-saving campaign. 40 Days
for Life is a worldwide movement to protect mothers and
babies. During 40 Days for Life, Respect Life Ministry will
meet on the patio on Wednesdays after the 8:30 AM Mass
to carpool to location.
OCTOBER
CURSILLO!
The powerful God who made the universe tells us how
much He loves us in Isaiah 43:4: "You are precious in my
sight, you are glorious and I LOVE you". Come enjoy
your gift that is waiting for you. Come taste and see the
goodness of God. Give yourself the gift of Cursillo, where
your unique close encounter with the grace of Jesus Christ,
will open your heart so you can be the stewards we are
called to be.
Here are the dates for the next Cursillo weekends:
Men's weekend: October 15-18 and January, 2016
Women's weekend: October 29 - November 1 and
January, 2016 (Dates TBD)
Learn more about Cursillo by contacting Vernon Atwood,
at [email protected] or 714-686-7364 and/or visit this
link: www.occursillo.org.
OCTOBER 16-18
WOMEN’S SILENT RETREAT
Sacred Heart Retreat House, Alhambra
begins at 5:00 p.m. Friday, ends at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday
Rev. John Trigilio, Retreat Master
Theme: “I Was Born For You” - St. Teresa of Avila
Reservation application and payment deadline is Oct. 1st
Contact Parish Captains: Mary Montoya, (714) 827-0743 or
Anita Fuller, (714) 615-0542 for reservations.
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23 AND 24
5TH ANNUAL OC STAND DOWN FOR VETERANS
Tustin South Hangar, 15700 Victory Rd., Tustin
Begins at 8:00 a.m. on Friday
At this 2-day event, homeless veterans and their families
will receive basic social services like hot meals, hygiene,
showers, hair cuts, medical and dental exams, vision and
hearing assessments and a wellness sanctuary of other
assistance. There is free transportation, and overnight
bunks available on Friday night. For more information call
714-247-4311 or email [email protected].
Website is www.orangecountystanddown.com. For more
local information call the H.O.P.E. offices at 714-826-0760.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 26
MENTAL WELLNESS WORKSHOP
6:00 – 10:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall
Don’t miss Health Ministry’s workshop, “Mental Wellness…
What Should I Know?” presented by Cathy Williamson of
the L.A. County Department of Mental Health. She will
offer much needed information for everyone touched by
mental health issues, those diagnosed as well as family
and friends. Join us as we also learn about the programs
and resources available through the National Alliance on
Mental Illness (NAMI). All are welcome.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3
FALL LECTOR MEETING
7:00 - 8:30 p.m. in the Church
Please mark your calendars now. For questions, contact
Patti Kirby at 714-739-0463.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2015
H.O.P.E.’s ANNUAL FUNDRAISER DINNER DANCE
‘Get Your Kicks On Route 66’ promises to be an evening
filled with great food, fun, friends, raffles and dancing. The
annual fundraiser dinner dance will be held at Knott’s Berry
Farm Resort Hotel at 7:00 p.m. with great menu choices for
your dining pleasure. Tickets go on sale starting October
SATURDAY/SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17/18
17, 2015; buy yours early so you won’t be disappointed!
WORLD MISSION SUNDAY
All proceeds benefit H.O.P.E.’s outreach programs. Watch
Next weekend we will celebrate World Mission Sunday. This
year we are invited to support the 1,150 of the youngest dioces- the bulletin for further announcements and details.
es in Africa, Asia, the Pacific Islands, and parts of Latin America
and Europe. Please keep the Missions in your prayers and
Wedding banns
please be generous in next weekend’s collection for the Society
of the Propagation on the Faith.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 19
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
7:00 p.m. in classroom #14
If you have experienced loss and are in need of
non-judgmental, caring support, please join us on the
third Monday of each month.
Madeline Quijano and Ernie Ignaco
11 OCTOBER 2015  28TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
11 OCTOBER 2015  28TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH MINISTRY—Grades 7 & 8
JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH MINISTRY begins this week on
Tuesday, October 13th in the Parish Hall from 7-8:15 p.m.
Registration is ongoing. Forms are available on our
website @ www.stisticypress.org or in the vestibule of the
church. (High School students are invited to be
Peacemaker Leaders. Call Laura for info.)
October 20th - No Peacemakers
October 27th - Halloween Party
HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH MINISTRY—Grades 9-12
SUNDAY NIGHT LIVE - All high school students are
welcome. Come over right after the 5pm Mass or meet us
at the hall about 6:15 p.m. (until 8pm). Bring a friend.
October 11th – Outdoor games
October 18th – Respect Life
October 25th – Safe Environment
“To Save a Life” Movie 6pm – 9pm
This movie satisfies the safe environment requirement.
All high school students should plan to attend.
NOVEMBER CONFIRMATION RETREAT – If you are
attending the November retreat, please be sure to bring
your parent to the pre-retreat meeting on Monday,
October 12th at 7:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall.
REFLECTION
How many times a day do you stop to thank your parents
for something? Aside from birthdays, Christmas, or
another special holiday or event, parenting can be a
thankless job—but it’s one filled with great joy.
Everything that you are given is from the selfless love
of another human being. Would you want to have a job,
earn a decent amount of money, and then give up all
your money to your friends? The love of a parent is a lot
like the love of Jesus in today’s Gospel.
Jesus is approached by ten lepers. Lepers were considered outcasts. Their disease caused people to shut them
out of society. They had to beg for everything! But something in them made them call out to ask Jesus for help.
This is faith! Jesus had pity and healed them. Of the ten
lepers who were cleansed and healed, only one said
“thank you.” Think of your parents. Imagine that you and
your siblings were given an amazing gift and only one of
you says “thank you.” The thankful leper senses the
healing, immediately gives glory to God, and turns
around to fall at Jesus’ feet. By thanking God (or others),
you acknowledge the goodness inside another and allow
this same goodness to grow within you. This is why
parenting is such a joy, your parents get to watch your
goodness and love grow as they shower you with theirs.
ACTION
Write a thank you card to a different person each day
this week. Make sure one is to your parent(s) for all the
small things they do. Write one to a teacher who helps or
inspires you, another to a friend who always is there for
you, and maybe another to a grandparent. Whom else
can you thank?
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY—Pre-school-6th Grade
(and Sacrament Preparation for older students)
REGISTRATION FOR 2015/2016 SCHOOL YEAR
(grades 1 through 6 and special sacrament classes) HAS
CLOSED. You may still enroll your children for Home
Study. Come to the office and find out more about this
option or call 714-826-1140.
REGISTRATION FOR PRE-SCHOOL IS STILL OPEN.
OFFICE HOURS: Sunday Morning: 9:00 to 11:30 a.m.
Monday: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Wednesday and Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Closed on Friday and Saturday
11 OCTOBER 2015  28TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
St. Irenaeus Parish School
learning, believing, and serving…together
ST. IRENAEUS FUN RUN COMING SOON!
Our annual Fun Run will be held this year on Friday,
October 23rd from 3:30pm-4:30pm on the large field. This
year’s theme is “Super Heroes.” Students began collecting
donations a few weeks ago. The goal this year is $26,000
and the funds will be used to buy electronic devices for the
lower grades, special projects, and hands-on experiences
for the whole school. After just two weeks of donations
student have nearly reached the half way point! Students
wear their Fun Run shirts every Thursday to show their
spirit. Each grade has a different color, which leads to a
very colorful campus!
If you would like to be a Business Sponsor or simply
make a donation towards the Fun Run, ask a St. Irenaeus
student or stop by the school office. We are open Monday
-Friday from 7:30am-4:00pm.
CALLING ALL CRAFTERS!
The St. Irenaeus Parish School 5th Annual Christmas
Boutique is Sunday, November 8th from 9:00am-3:00pm
in the Parish Hall. If you are a crafter or vendor that would
like to participate, applications are available in the back of
the church and in the school office. You can also email
Mrs. Lisa Sambrano at [email protected]
and request one to be emailed to you.
BRAIN POWER MANIA FOR OCTOBER
Wow! We have jumped from 22 place to 14 place in the
Buena Park Mall’s Brain Power Mania program! Thank
you for all your support. Please keep those receipts
coming, we need the help!
This month there are lots of great opportunities for points.
 Take your ticket stub from the Krikorian Theatre and
our school will receive an additional 200 points per
ticket.
 Earn 50 points per dollar from any purchase made at
Sugar Plum scheduled for October 15-18.
 Earn 20 points per dollar in October if you shop at Big
Air Trampoline, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, Cold Stone
Creamery, Smashburger, Freckled Frog Learning
Center, Geeky Mamas, Wedding Design Center,
Fancy Gifts and More, Sports Treasures, Win, Lose,
or Draw Sportswear. Receipts must be logged by
November 15th for full credit.
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11 OCTOBER 2015  28TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
TO PRAY FOR THE SICK
PARA PEDÍR POR LOS ENFERMOS
Estela Aguirre  Helen Benjamin  Chuck Callender
Maria Encarnita Castillo  Violy Catalasan
Resse Cayetana  Jack Changras  Valley Changras
Leo Charbonneau  Milagros Corpin
Gertrude Garcia  Millie Geibel  Abel Gonzales
Joan Gretz  Lorenzo Griarte  Mary Hall
Carol Huff  Tom Hunter  Theresa Kholoma
Steve McCoy  Yolanda Melvin  Michael Moore
Gloria Nelson  Linda Padron  Pete Palacpac
Rowena Ramos Prassad  Nick Rabanera
Aaron Reaume  Annette Reitz  Chuck Rodriguez
Louie Rodriguez  Ryan Santiago  Geneva Strom
Michael Sysak  Teiya VanMeter
Lydia Vizcarrondo  Pauline Vonderharr  William Wyly
We Remember Our Deceased
Kim Aguilar
Vicente Alas
Jaime Avalos
Agapito Beza
Antonio M. Blasco Jr.
Shirley Bucag
Helen Buñales
Daniel Charbonneau
Anne Cortes
Abuelita Delia
Fred Dutton
Angelina Espero
Gregorio Espero
James J.S. Ferrazza
Lourdes Gabriel
Priscilla Geronimo
Gliceria Guarte
Lily Gutierrez
Helen Kelemen
Jonathan Kovach
Fr. Don Kribs
Nicole Lynn Lauzon
John Lazar
Jerry Lee
Sandra Lim
Norma Luz B. Lopez
Ann Maclean
Julie Maclean
Sr. Ann Marguerite
Fred Molina
Jame Molo
Lynda Montiague
Julie Erin Mooney
Luzviminda P. Obedoza
Michael Sancho Pedro
Ava Mae Penirian
Maria Rossario Pineda
Ann Marie Poto
Emma Ramirez
James J. Sferrazza
Nancy Shea
Marian Dulay Tories
Elsa White
Luke Wigley
Bertie Yerga
READINGS FOR NEXT SUNDAY
18 OCTOBER 2015
29TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME
Isa 53:10-11 / Heb 4:14-16 / Mark 10:35-45; L146B
Sharing Questions: The glory I often discover myself
seeking is…The glory Jesus invites me to seek is…
The “cup” Jesus asks me to drink is…When I drink of this
cup, I…
Compartiendo Preguntas: La gloria menudo me
descubro a mí mismo buscando es ...
La gloria Jesús me invita a buscar es ...
La "copa" Jesús me pide que beber es ...
CASH 4 SHOOZ
Thank you to all our generous parishioners and Father
Martin who donated shoes for Respect Life Ministry’s
fundraiser in September. We were able to fill 53 trash
bags and still more shoes are being brought in. Shoes
will be picked up October 17,th and we will have the total
amount of funds raised in the next bulletin.
OCTOBER BABY SHOWER
Just a reminder Respect Life Ministry is having a baby
shower during the month of October beginning Saturday,
October 10th through the 31st for the mothers and babies
at Precious Life Shelter in Los Alamitos. We invite you to
purchase a baby gift and place it in the playpen by the
Holy Family statue. A flyer with suggested baby items will
be next to the playpen. Thank you for your support.
PENNIES FROM HEAVEN COLLECTION
In the years past Respect Life Ministry used the baby
bottle campaign to collect funds for the Diocese’s Pennies
From Heaven Campaign. These funds help clinics,
Shelters and men, women and children in crisis. In lieu of
the baby bottle campaign, there will be a second collection
at all the Masses the weekend of October 24/25 for this
worthwhile cause. We appreciate your generosity.
CELEBRATE LIFE
The 4th annual Pro Life Conference will take place on
Saturday, October 17, 2015, at Holy Family Church,
18708 Clarkdale Ave. Admission is FREE along with a
FREE breakfast and lunch. Speakers will be Catherine
Adair, Former Planned Parenthood worker, Cheryl
Conrad, Co-Founder of Operations Survivors of the
Abortion Holocaust and Emily Wilkinson, West Coast
Coordinator Students for Life of America. For more
information please contact Vina Dungo at 562-412-0405
or Carolina Gonzalez (Spanish) at 562-746-8785.
All are welcome to attend a special pro-life event to
celebrate the sanctity of human life.
On Saturday, October 31st, a Mass for the Unborn will
be celebrated with Bishop Kevin Vann at St. Hedwig
Church at 8:30 AM. After Mass, a conference will take
place in Quinn Hall. There will be complimentary
refreshments. Conference concludes at Noon.
Featured speakers will be Fr. Chris Heath, Pastor of
St. Hedwig, Fr. Sebastian Walshe, Norbertine priest
and frequent guest on “Catholic Answers” and Sylvia
Aimerito and Lori Rae Martin, Founders of “AudioGirl
Ministries. St. Hedwig is located at 11482 Los
Alamitos Blvd, Los Alamitos.
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"Maestro bueno, ¿qué debo hacer?" (Marcos 10:17) - una pregunta
formulada en el Evangelio de hoy, Marcos 16: 17-30, esencial para
una vida cristiana bien vivida. La alternativa – vivir a la deriva a lo largo
sin reflexión responsable - es una vida desperdiciada. La respuesta de Jesús al
joven que hace esta pregunta le es sorprendente. La comunidad que nos dio el
Evangelio de Marcos, sin duda creía que Jesús era el Hijo único de Dios. La respuesta dada por Jesús refleja un patrón constante en su enseñanza: quería llevar
a sus oyentes al Padre. Como el joven, sólo encontraremos la respuesta a la pregunta de qué sentido debe tomar nuestra vida para estar en la presencia de aquel
a quien Jesús llamó su Dios y Padre.
La vida de todos los que viven en Cristo es una y la misma; hay, sin embargo,
diferentes formas de discipulado. Esta paradoja ha dado lugar a cierta confusión
en la vida de la Iglesia, cuando se han comparado los estados de vida. La primera
respuesta de Jesús en este incidente es instar la fidelidad a los mandamientos - el
modelo de vida a la que la mayoría de los discípulos del Señor son llamados. Sin
embargo, este hombre estaba buscando una forma que va más allá de lo que se
había recomendado. Jesús "mirándole, le amó" (Marcos 10:21), y le instó a vender todo lo que tenía y dar el dinero a los pobres, para unirse a Jesús en el desprendimiento radical que era la manera de la vida de Jesús - por el bien del Reino.
Durante muchos siglos, la comparación de las dos formas de vida indicadas
por Jesús se ha expresado en términos engañosos. El seguimiento radical se ha
hablado de una forma más alta de la vida cristiana. Pero la vida en Cristo, como
se ha dicho, es una. La vida que es mejor para cada persona es la vida que les
llama a Dios - no van a encontrar el camino a la grandeza que ha de ser el suyo,
en los designios de Dios. Desde el Concilio Vaticano II esta confusión se ha quedado atrás. Hoy, sin embargo, se sugiere que a medida que hemos recuperado una
apreciación del hecho de que ningún cristiano bautizado está en un estado inferior de vida, hemos ocultado el hecho de que la llamada individual del Señor a
los discípulos envuelve diferentes medios de discipulado según como vivan.
La reacción del joven lleva a Jesús a desarrollar un tema importante para todas
las formas de discipulado: las posesiones terrenales pueden probar que son un
gran obstáculo para el crecimiento de la vida en Cristo. Los discípulos quedaron
asombrados, porque muchos textos del Antiguo Testamento parecían dar a entender que el bienestar material es un signo de la bendición de Dios en una vida buena. Nuestra lectura de la Sabiduría 7: 7-11 indica que el viejo Israel ya estaba
mirando más allá de este punto de vista. Toda la vida de Jesús es un correctivo de
esta interpretación superficial de los caminos de Dios. Sus últimas palabras tienen una lección para los discípulos, cualquiera que sea la forma de seguir a los
que han sido llamados - auténtica fidelidad es un don de Dios, "Todas las cosas
son posibles para Dios" (Marcos 10:27). Nuestra lectura de Hebreos 4: 12-13
puede servir como un comentario sobre la llamada de Jesús para que nuestras
decisiones de vida sean en la presencia del Padre. La "Palabra de Dios" (Hebreos
4:12) es un tema de gran importancia en el Antiguo Testamento. Es la Palabra
que enfrenta a los creyentes con los caminos de Dios. En Jesús sabemos que la
Palabra de Dios en persona, es dar la Palabra que expresa al amor sin límites y la
generosidad del Padre que nos llama a cada uno de nosotros.
Con mis oraciones en Cristo,
Padre Patricio
Bodas comunitarias
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LUNES
ROSARIO POR LA PAZ Y LAS
FAMILIAS a las 6:30 p.m. en la Iglesia
GRUPO DE BIBLIA a las 7:00 p.m.
en el salón #7.
MARTES
Curso de espiritualidad:
“CAMINANDO CON CRISTO” a las
7:00 p.m. en el salón #16.
JUEVES
GRUPO DE ORACION a las 7 p.m.
en el salón #7.
PRACTICA DEL CORO HISPANO a
las 7 p.m. en el salón #12.
VIERNES
JOVENES PARA CRISTO a las 7:00
pm. en el salón # 16
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