Church of the Holy Spirit Iglesia del Espíritu Santo 1451 W. Bode Rd. Schaumburg, IL 60194 847•882•7580 After Hours, Emergency Line (630) 336-0811 www.churchoftheholyspirit.org BAUTIZOS EN ESPAÑOL Sábados 11:00 a.m. y Domingos 2:00 p.m. Favor de llamar a la oficina para obtener fechas MATRIMONIOS ¡Felicidades por su compromiso! Favor de llamar a la oficina parroquial para hacer una cita con un Sacerdote o Diacono. Les pedimos que hablen con nosotros antes de apartar fecha con el salón de eventos. QUINCEAÑERAS EN GRUPO Favor de llamar a la oficina para obtener requisitos y apartar fecha PRESENTACION DE 3 AÑOS Domingos después de la Misa de 12:30 p.m. CONFESIONES Sábados de 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. o haciendo cita UNCION DE LOS ENFERMOS Si usted o algún ser querido necesita la unción de los enfermos, favor de llamar a la parroquia y un Sacerdote proveerá el Sacramento FUNERALES Favor de informarnos lo más pronto posible acerca de la muerte de su ser querido. Un familiar o el Director de la Funeraria nos puede contactar. El teléfono de emergencias después de horario de oficina es (630) 336-0811 . September 6, 2015 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time “Sent by the Spirit. Gifted by God.” BAPTISMS IN ENGLISH Second and Fourth Sunday of the Month at 2:30 p.m. MARRIAGES Congratulations on your engagement! We welcome you to call the parish office to arrange an appointment to meet with a Priest or a Deacon before making any definitive arrangements with the hall GROUP QUINCEAÑERAS Please call the parish office to make an appointment 3 YEAR OLD PRESENTATIONS Presentations are done after the 12:30 p.m. Mass on Sundays CONFESSIONS Saturdays from 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. or by appointment ANOINTING OF THE SICK If you or a loved one is in need of anointing due to ill health, call the parish and a Priest will provide this Sacrament FUNERALS Please inform us as soon as possible upon the death of a loved one. To make arrangements a family member or the Funeral Director may contact the office. Our emergency phone number for after office hours is (630) 336-0811 2 From the Desk of Fr. John Del Escritorio de Padre Juan Recently a lady asked me if we go to visit hospitals. I, of course, told her that we do visit the hospitals. There are some issues about hospital visitation that need to be addressed from time to time. The first important issue is that hospitals do not tell parishes if a parishioner is in the hospital. Many years ago, hospitals, especially Catholic hospitals, notified the parish if a parishioner was in the hospital. That is no longer the case. Due to privacy laws (often referred to as HIPPA laws) no hospital can tell anyone about the medical information of a patient. Therefore, they no longer inform us if a person is in the hospital. What then can be done? If someone wants a visit from the parish, please call the parish directly to request a visit. Also, if you want a visit from me, call me directly. I remember when a lady told me, “Father, why didn’t you visit me in the hospital?” I did not know she was in the hospital because no one called me to inform me. I won’t know you are there if you don’t call me and tell me, giving me the hospital and room information and the correct name of the patient. I and the Ministers of Care are happy to visit, just let us know, so we can visit in a timely manner. Thanks. Just a few months ago, Pope Francis wrote an encyclical letter called, Laudato Si, which calls us to take better care of our planet. He says that our planet is becoming an “immense pile of filth,” which is some very strong language. We have so focused on technology and ourselves that we have damaged our planet. I am going to give a presentation on the letter and then we can have some discussion afterwards. The event will take place in English on Wednesday, Sept. 9 in the Hospitality Room, beginning at 7:00pm. The event will take place in Spanish on Sept. 16 in the Worship Space, beginning at 7:00pm. I hope you are able to make it. I think this is a very important topic that concerns us all. Please read the document before you come. You may go to www.vatican.va to read the document without cost in either English or Spanish. Please mark your calendars for the Parish Life Conference on Saturday, October 17 at St. Francis de Sales parish in Lake Zurich, IL. This event is for all parish ministers who want a renewal/retreat day for their ministry. Talks will be offered in English, Spanish and Polish. More information is to come. Recientemente una señora me pregunto si vamos a los hospitales a visitar enfermos. Yo, por supuesto le dije que visitamos hospitales. Hay algunas cosas acerca de visitas a hospitales de las que se tienen que hablar de vez en cuando. El primer punto de importancia es que los hospitales no le dicen a las parroquias si algún feligres esta internado en el hospital. Hace muchos años, los hospitales, especialmente los hospitales Católicos, nos notificaban si algún feligres había sido admitido en el hospital. Ese ya no es el caso. Debido a leyes privadas (frecuentemente referidas como ley HIPPA) los hospitales ya no pueden compartir información médica de pacientes. A consecuencia, ya no nos informan si alguna persona esta en el hospital. Entonces, ¿que podemos hacer? Si alguien desea que alguien de la iglesia los visite, favor de llamar a la oficina parroquial directamente y solicitar esa visita. Tambien, si desean que yo los visite personalmente, me pueden llamar directamente. Recuerdo cuando una señora me dijo, “Padre, porque no me visito en el hospital?” No sabía que estaba en el hospital, porque nadie me aviso. No puedo saber si estan en el hospital, si no me avisan, dándome el nombre del hospital y el nombre correcto del paciente. Tanto a mí, como a los Ministros de Cuidado, nos da gusto visitarlos, solo háganlo saber y los podemos visitar. Gracias. Hace unos meses, el Papa Francisco escribió una carta encíclica llamada, Laudato Si, la cual nos invita a cuidar mejor de nuestro planeta. El dice que nuestro planeta se esta convirtiendo en una “gran montaña de basura,” palabras fuertes. Nos hemos enfocado tanto en la tecnología y nosotros mismos que hemos dañado a nuestro planeta. Daré una presentación de la carta y después habra una oportunidad de charlar acerca del tema. Este evento se llevará en inglés el miércoles, 9 de septiembre en el Salón de Hospitalidad a las 7:00 p.m. y en español el 16 de septiembre en la Iglesia a las 7:00 p.m. tambien. Espero que nos puedan acompañar. Creo que este es un tema de suma importancia que nos incumbe a todos. Por favor lean el documento antes de asistir a esta reunión. Pueden visitar www.vatican.va para leer este documento, ya sea en inglés o español sin costo alguno. Favor de marcar sus calendarios para la Conferencia de Vida Parroquial el sábado, 17 de octubre en la Iglesia de St. Francis de Sales en Lake Zurich, IL. Este evento es paratodos los ministros parroquiales que deseen un día de retiro de renovación para su ministerio. Estas pláticas se ofrecerán en inglés, español y polaco. Proporcionaremos más información en un futuro. . Hoja de Cantos para la Misa de 12:00 p.m Canto de Entrada: Vienen con Alegría Canto de Comunión: Como Busca la Cierva Vienen con alegría, Señor, cantando vienen con alegría, Señor, Los que caminan por la vida, Señor, sembrando tu paz y amor. (bis) Como busca la cierva las Fuentes de aguas, así mi alma te busca a tí, Dios mío. 3 Mi alma tiene sed, sed del Dios vivo, ¿cuándo veré el rostro de Dios? Vienen trayendo la esperanza a un mundo cargado de ansiedad, A un mundo que busca y que no alcanza caminos de amor y de amistad. Envía tu verdad, que ella me guíe, y que tu luz me lleve hacia tí. Espera en el Señor eternamente; El te guiará por sendas de paz. Vienen trayendo entre sus manos esfuerzos de hermanos por la paz, Deseos de un mundo más humano que nacen del bien y la verdad. Copyright 1979, Cesáreo Gabaráin. Derechos reservados. Yo te bendeciré toda mi vida, te cantaré por siempre, Señor. Confía en Yavé, es tu camino para llegar a la eternidad. Obra publicada por OCP Publications. Salmo 144: “Alaba, alma mía, al Señor. Letra y música copyright 1979, The Benedictine Foundation of the State of Vermont, Inc. Derechos reservados. Con las debidas licencias. Alabaré al Señor, mientras viva.” A Comer Tu Pan Letra: Salmo 145,© 1982 SOBICAIN. Derechos reservados. Con las debidas licencias. Música: Alberto Taulé, n. 1932, © 1996, Centro de Pastoral Litúrgia, Barcelona. Derechos reservados. Administradora exclusive en EE. UU. Y Canadá: OCP Publications. Tú, Jesús, eres mi amigo, mi alegría y mi ansiedad; Dame, Señor, la luz que busco, quiero caminar sin dudar. Canto de las Ofrendas: Abre Mis Ojos A comer tu pan nos acercamos; fuerza nos dará para vivir. Eres Tú, Señor, el pan de vida que nos da consuelo y paz en el sufrir. Abre mis ojos, que quiero ver como tú. Abre mis ojos, ayúdame a ver. Abre mis oídos, que quiero oír como tú. Abre mis oídos, ayúdame a oír. Abre mi corazón, que quiero amar como tú. Abre mi corazón, ayúdame a amar. El que sufre y el cansado, el que busca la verdad, El que quiere el bien y no lo logra, busca el amor y la paz. Tú, camino y esperanza de quien ama al caminar, Si no siembra, no habrá fruto: el trigo al morir vida da. Copyright 1973, Maximino Carchenilla y Ediciones Musical PAX-PPC. Derechos reservados. Administradora exclusiva en EE.UU.: OCP Publications Ven y descansa en mi Corazón. Ven y descansa te aliviaré. Copyright 1988, 1998,Jesse Manibusan y Rufino Zaragoza, OFM. Obra publicada por OCP Publications. Derechos reservados. Estrofa 4 en español copyright 1982, SOBICAIN. Derechos reservados. Con las debidas licencias. Música: Jesse Manibusan, copyright 1988, 1998, Jesse Manibusan. Obra publicada por OCP Publications. Derechos reservados. Canto de Salida: Grita, Profeta Has recibido un destino de otra palabra más fuerte, es tu misión ser profeta: Palabra de Dios viviente. Tu irás llevando la luz en una entrega perenne, que tu voz es voz de Dios, y la voz de Dios no duerme. Ve por el mundo, grita a la gente, que el amor de Dios no acaba, ni la voz de Dios se pierde. (bis) Copyright 1980, Emilio Vicente Matéu y Ediciones Musical PAX-PPc. Derechos reservados. Administradora exclusiva en EE.UU. OCP Publications. 4 Songs for the 5:00 p.m., 8:00 a.m., and 10:00 a.m., Masses Gathering Song Let Us Go to the Altar of God Let us go to the altar of God, the God of our gladness and joy! Let us enter the courts of the house of the Lord and sing to the glory of God. Give praise with blast of trumpet, with noble sound of the horn. With the clash of the clanging cymbal, give glory to the Lord! Give praise with lyre and timbrel, with lute and sound of the harp. With the dance of the flute and oboe, give glory to the Lord! Text based on Pss 42, 150. Text and music © 1997, Daniel L. Schutte Publications by OCP Published. All rights reserved. Psalm Response: Bless the Lord, my soul, who heals the broken-hearted. For all my life I will sing to you, O ever faithful God. You fill the heavens with wondrous lights, the earth sings out your glory. Put not your trust in those who rule, the mighty of this earth. Their breath shall fail, their power die, their plans shall fade and vanish. You give your sight to all the blind, you raise up those bent low. Your heart is near to the broken ones, you welcome in the stranger. Text: Psalm 146;3-4, 8-9, 6b-7, 8c-10; Marty Haugen, © 1987, GIA Publications, Inc.; refrain trans. © 1969, ICEL Music: Marty Haugen, © 1987, GIA Publications, Inc. Presentation Song: Open My Eyes Open my eyes, Lord. Help me to see your face. Open my eyes, Lord. Help me to see. Open my ears, Lord. Help me to hear your voice. Open my ears, Lord. Help me to hear. Open my heart, Lord. Help me to love like you Open my heart, Lord. Help me to love. I live within you. Deep in your heart, O Love. I live within you. Rest now in me. Text: Mk8:22-25. Text & Music: © 1998, Jesse Manibusan. Published by OCP Publications. All rights reserved. Communion Song:The Cry of the Poor The Lord hears the cry of the poor. Blessed be the Lord. I will bless the Lord at all times, with praise ever in my mouth. Let my soul glory in the Lord, who will hear the cry of the poor. . Let the lowly hear and be glad: the Lord listens to their pleas; And to hearts broken God is near, who will hear the cry of the poor. Ev’ry spirit crushed God will save; will be ransom for their lives; Will be safe shelter for their fears, and will hear the cry of the poor. We proclaim your greatness, O God, your praise ever in our mouth; Ev’ry face brightened in your light, for you hear the cry of the poor. Text: Psalm 34:2-3, 6-7, 18-19, 23; John Foley, SJ Music: John Foley, SJ © 1978, 1990, John B. Foley, SJ and New Dawn Music Closing Song: Walk in the Reign Close as tomorrow the sun shall appear. Freedom is coming and healing is near. And I shall be with you in laughter and pain To stand in the wind and walk in the reign, To walk in the reign. In days to come the desert shall bloom, Rivers will run there, soon, very soon. So what shall we fear, though death do its worst? The word of our God is the last shall be first, The last shall be first. Comfort each other, for pain soon must end. A day comes when lion and lamb shall be friends. The sightless shall see then, the speechless sing songs. The name of our God is the righter of wrongs, The righter of wrongs. Text & Tune: Rory Cooney, b. 1952 © 1990, GIA Publications, Inc. www.churchoftheholyspirit.org 5 Usher/Greeter General Meeting Eucharistic Minister Meeting Monday, September 21, 2015 @ 7:00 PM ‐ 8:30 PM Hospitality Room & Kitchen Thursday, September 10 * 7:00 PM ‐ 8:30 PM Worship Space & Kitchen “I was a stranger and you welcomed me.” (Matthew 25:35) Hospitality meant something important to Jesus. It was more than common custom. Hospitality showed respect for the visitor/guest. It demonstrated the humility of the host as well. A general meeting is being called to gather all current ushers/greeters and anyone who “helps out” during the mass, but we’re also looking for new people who would like to join this very important ministry! If you would like more information, please contact Rosi Viquez at the parish office 847‐882‐7580 or [email protected] Many of you attended a special Liturgical Gathering with Fr. John in August of 2014, and many suggestions were brought forward that we have implemented. Some Ministers of Communion were unable to attend that meeting, so we are asking that you please come to this meeting to review those changes that will help to unify the procedures especially due to the Mass schedule change. Newly certified Eucharistic Ministers are urged to attend as well since you are being added to the new schedule (Sept.‐ Nov.)…Thank you! HOLIDAY CRAFT BAZAAR COMING ON OCTOBER 3rd AND 4th Our annual Holiday Craft Bazaar will be held this year from 9 AM to 1 PM on Saturday, October 3rd and also before and after the 5 PM Mass on that day and before and after all the masses on Sunday, October 4th. We have many Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas decorations and items for the home. But we also have jewelry, scarves, notecards and American Girl doll clothes. The Craft Bazaar would be a great place to start your Christmas gift shopping early. We have a large selection of items from which to choose. We will also be having a 50/50 Cash Raffle and a bake sale. Make sure to save the date! We will be selling raffle tickets before and after all the masses on the weekends of September 19 – 20 and September 26 – 27. We will also be selling them at the Craft Bazaar. You do not have to be present at the drawing at 1 PM on October 3rd to win so be sure to purchase some tickets. You will have a chance to win a cash prize. rd er 3 tc ob PM y, O 1:00 rda u t Sa AM 0 9:0 There are some changes to our Craft Bazaar this year. In the past, we have sold items from the Craft Bazaar on a second weekend in October. We will not be doing that this year. October 3rd and 4th will be your only chance to purchase the beautiful items we have made. Also, we will not be mailing out letters to everyone with information on the Craft Bazaar. All announcements will be in the Sunday Bulletins. We are still asking the wonderful women in our parish to bake items for our bake sale. More information on bringing the baked goods will be in future bulletins. We hope to see you at the Holiday Craft Bazaar! . 6 www.churchoftheholyspirit.org The Parish Office will be closed on Monday, September 7th La Oficina Parroquial estará cerrada el lunes, 7 de septiembre There will be a meeting for all Ministers of Care on Thursday, September 10th at 6:00 p.m. in the Hospitality Room. Save the date – September 26, 2015 for the next Care for Caregivers Conference at Alexian Brothers Medical Center. Ministros de la Comunion a Los Enfermos Habrá una reunion para todos los de Ministros de la Comunion a Los Enfermos el jueves, 10 septiembre, a las 6:00 p.m. en el Salon de Hospitalidad. ¡Te esperamos! Lord, give success to the work of our hands. We pray for all those who work. For those who are unemployed or underemployed, or have lost their jobs because of changing economic conditions. For those who work in harzardous conditions without sufficient protection. For migrant workers and all who work the land. For all employers that they may seek to provide a just work environment. For those who face discrimination, harassment, or abuse in the work place. For those who must balance job committments with the needs of their families. Loving God, through your Son you gave us an example to love one another as He loved us. Give us the strength to continue working to bring forth your kingdom here on earth - a kingdom of justice and peace, kindness and compassion, grace and mercy. Grant this through Christ our Lord. Amen. The Bread and Wine for the month of September has been donated by Susan & Thomas Kovacevich in Loving Memory of Matthew & Dorothy Kovacevich . www.churchoftheholyspirit.org Front Office Support Staff Position Available We have an opening for a part‐time Front Office Support Staff person. This individual needs to be bilingual in English & Spanish and available to work from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. on Mondays – Thursday and occasional Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Word/Excel and phone etiquette skills are a must. This individual must have the ability to work independently and under pressure. Knowledge of office machines such as copiers, stamp machine, etc. are a plus. If you are interested, please contact Linda Donaldson at [email protected] WOMEN AT THE WELL™ Please join us at the next Women at the Well event on Tuesday, September 15th at 7:00.m. to 9:00 p.m. The program is entitled ST.TERESA OF AVILA 1515-1582, and will be presented by Marcia Whitney-Schenck. Marcia Whitney-Schenck is a Chicago-based writer, artist, and performer, who is interested in interpreting the lives of women of faith in a dynamic way for contemporary audiences. By using visual arts, photographs, music, dance, and monologue, she interprets the lives of saints. She uses Powerpoint and interactive theatrical experiences to create unforgettable presentations. Ms. Whitney-Schenck is the former publisher and editor of Christianity and the Arts. Her recent book, What God Gives: People’s Prayers, is a compilation of her photographs and prayers from her travels. Marcia exudes great love of God, the Church, devotion, and enthusiasm for these great citizens of Heaven. Her dramatizations truly give us a taste for the life and spirituality of this great Doctor of the Church. In the character of St Teresa, she will be asked about her spiritual thoughts and vocation. St Teresa’s thoughts about prayer will deepen and enhance your own spiritual journey. St Teresa of Avila, 1515-1582, born 500 years ago, was a prominent Spanish mystic, Carmelite nun, and theologian of contemplative prayer. She was a reformer of the Carmelite Order. Forty years after her death, she was canonized in 1622; and named Doctor of the Church in 1970, only one of five women so honored. THIS EVENT WILL FILL UP QUICKLY — RESERVE EARLY!! –– $8.00 donation To reserve your spot, please call: Church of the Holy Spirit 847-882-7580 or e-mail: [email protected] . 7 8 www.churchoftheholyspirit.org CHS Religious Ed Confirmation Parent/Student meetings coming soon! Jr. High Program: Sunday, September 13th , 9:30 am in church basement, Rms. LL1/LL2. Religious Education Classes beginning soon: English Program – Saturdays, 9:00 am * 1st – 6th September 19th Children’s Liturgy of the Word returns: Sunday, September 20th 10:00 am mass MOTHERS, LOVERS, PRIESTS, PROPHETS AND KINGS: What the Old Testament Tells Us About God and Ourselves On Wednesday, September 9th, the Women’s Reflection Group will begin a study of the Hebrew Scriptures using the Mary Katherine Deeley’s book. We will get to know Sarah, Abraham, Elijah, Rahab, and Ruth and see how their experiences relate to us today. We meet in the Hospitality Room at 9:30 a.m. Join us for a Greater understanding of the connection between God in the Old Testament and God in the New. . Knights of Columbus Hoffman-Schaumburg Council #6964 The Knights of Columbus support our parish in charitable works, as event volunteers and funding projects. The K of C’s provide fellowship, family focus, and a valued insurance program. All men of our parish are welcome. The Knights meet at St. Matthew Hughes Center, 10001 East Schaumburg Road. Please contact Kevin Thomas, Membership Chairman, at [email protected] or 847‐895‐0038 if you wish more information. Liturgy/Liturgia Outreach/Opción Misionera September 5, 2015 - September 13, 2015 Kathryn Grimm, Joseph & Mary Wrtjak Marilyn Carroll, Neal Neybert Sunday, September 6, 2015 8:00 10:00 12:00 Jeffrey Castro, Dan Santerior Howard Falardeau Viola R. Pietramale, Anna Blaumueller Fieles Difuntos Monday, September 7, 2015 9:00 Jean Bulawa Tuesday, September 8, 2015 9:00 Stephen Gentile Wednesday, September 9, 2015 9:00 John William “Bill” Butler Thursday, September 10, 2015 9:00 Communion Service Friday, September 11, 2015 9:00 Dan Santerior, John Ellis Saturday, September12, 2015 5:00 Ron Bastian, Ann Prokop, Lucille Bastian Charles Bastian, Joan Kramer, Carlos Sanchez Sunday, September 13, 2015 8:00 10:00 12:00 People of the Parish Edward & Irene Coyle, Edythe Bentsen Betty Johnson, Billie Jackson Daniel Arredondo Daniel Arredondo Sunday Collection August 31, 2015 Sunday: $ 11,000.53 Services & Other collections: $ 2,081.86 E-giving and auto transfers: $ 1,542.50 TLC Renewal Project: $ 145 SVDP: $ 390 Mission collection $ 252 For easier, automatic giving, sign up at www.e-giving.org/LoggedIn.asp . PRAYER REQUESTS for the Week of September 5/6, 2015 Saturday, September 5, 2015 5:00 9 For the Sick Maria Aluquin, Joan Angelo, Mary Lou Aylesworth Howard & Donna Bartels, Teresita Bennett, Kevin Berres Alan Bold, Ron Boniecki, Sister Joan Brichacek, OP Elizabeth Bryant, Louis Buffardi, Donato Camacho Cecilia Carrera, Tom Carroll, Rob Churnovic Linda Corona, Courtney Cusentino, Tim Coyle Kathy Czarnecki, Joe Dallain, Marsha Darga Romeo Del Rosario, Larry Devitt, Joe Digiogie Bob Dillon, Tony Durante, David Duraski, John Eichingem Mike Elliott, Terry Enger, Jack Fairchild, Danny Foreman Silvia Fraga, Freddy Fuhrmann, Xavier Gamiz, Maria Rita Garcia, Donna Geary, Ana Patricia Gonzalez Maria Guadalupe Gonzalez, Dave Gregory Juan Guerrero, Nancy Hakanson Guillermina Hernandez, Alice Hockensmith, Rick Hodge Ron Holm, Glyn Hughes, Jessica Huyser‐Skye, Bob Ida Dolia & Ariana Jimenez, Deacon Jaime & Carmen Juarez Annette Koepke, Joan Krupa, Kathleen & Wally Lebbin Roberto Lozano, Mary MacDonald, Kelly Main‐Johnson Antonio Martinez, Silvia Marsh, Pete Mazza Dona McLaughlin, Lois Matus, Lucina Morales Karen Myers, Baby Cameron Ousley Cathy Pacheco, Santina Partipilo, Elizabeth Passoni Michael Pastuszka, Kathryn Patterson, Teri Pilcher Louis Pinstock, Diane Plowman, Michelle Roberts Zareli Saavedra, Emma Salvador, Richard Schmitz June Schultz, Ron Sheldon, Mike Stadler, Michael Stoll Diane Swier, Marina Thijn, Kyle Tirasuolo, Mirtha Tomas Matt & Paddy Toole, Lea Vick Torres Noel Valencia, Sandy Van Stedum Mike Victor, Jr., Eric Von Schaumburg Drake Wallis, Grant Winsauer, George Yecko May they Rest in Peace Bernice Jenrick Sabina M. Luevano 10 Outreach Opción Misionera 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time "He took him off by himself away from the crowd. He put his fin‐ ger into the man's ears and, spitting, touched his tongue." Jesus could have healed this deaf man another way. He could have spoken a powerful word or, for that matter, just silently willed that the man's health be restored. It wasn't uncommon for Jesus to cure people simply by a quick touch. But instead, Jesus chose to heal him in this unique way. He made it a private event, one that involved an unusual kind of physical ritual. Clearly, this was not for Jesus' sake. And since it was away from the crowd, it wasn't for their sake either. This particular healing was for this particular man. For whatever reason, Jesus knew that this man needed these signs‐‐ touching his ears and putting saliva on his tongue‐‐in order to be freed of his inability to hear and speak well. Jesus knows what we need. His care for each and every one of us is not some standardized package of generic charity. He loves us all as unique individuals and understands us. He sees our weaknesses and knows our strengths. He offers himself to us as an intimate friend, not an unfamiliar acquaintance. When we come to him with our hopes, our fears, our desires and needs, he hears and answers us ... in the way he knows is best. It might seem odd. It might be unexpected or different from what we have seen him do for others. But we need to trust, even when we are desperate for "healing," that Jesus does care, that he does listen, and that he does act on our behalf. Let us have confidence in today's Old Testament proclamation from Isaiah: "Thus says the LORD: Say to those whose hearts are frightened: Be strong, fear not! Here is your God ... he comes to save you." Parish Information Informacion de la Parroquia MASS SCHEDULES/ HORARIO DE MISAS Weekdays / Entre Semana Mon-Fri 9:00 am Weekends / Fin de Semana Saturday 5:00 pm Sunday 8:00 10:00 12:00 pm (en Español) DEVOTIONS/ DEVOCIONES Circulo de Oracion: Viernes, 7:30 pm Guadalupanos: 12 de cada mes, 7:00 pm Veneración al Santísimo: Primer Viernes de cada mes, 8:00 pm Pastoral Staff/Equipo Pastoral Administration/Administración Rev. John Dearhammer . . . . . .Pastor Rev. George Kane . .Pastor Emeritus Marianne Supan OP . .Pastoral Associate Rosi Viquez . . . . . . . .Liturgy Director Linda Donaldson . . . . . .Music Director Anna O’Donnell.. . . . .Business Manager Linda Donaldson..............Office Manager Maria Borla - Parish Secretary Bulletin Coordinator Religious Education/Doctrina Religious Ed Office . . . . . .882-7584 Rosi Viquez - Director/Coordinadora de Doctrina (English and Spanish programs) Alicia Lozano . . . . . . . . . . . . .Secretary NEW PARISHIONERS/ PARROQUIANOS NUEVOS Welcome to the Church of the Holy Spirit. We invite all new parishioners to make an appointment to register. Bienvenidos a la Iglesia del Espíritu Santo. Los invitamos a registrarse con nosotros. . Office Support Staff Peg Ghionzoli Office Hours Monday-Thursday * 9:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Friday * 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday * 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sunday * Closed Maintenance Wojciech Gracz.... Facilities Manager Diaconal Couples/Parejas Diaconales Wayne & Helen Beyer Xavier & Cecilia Carrera Mario & Graciela Contreras Ray & Jan Doud Mike & Pat Enger Sung & Angela Han José and Ivonne Paz
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