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ST. THOMAS MORE CHURCH
HOUSTON, TEXAS
Fr. Hai’s Corner
Today's spiritual message is found in the Gospel Reading
that we oen referred as the ‘Great Commission’. When
Jesus appeared to the eleven, He said to them, "Go into
all the world and proclaim the Good News to the whole
crea%on. The one who believes and is bap%zed will be
saved: but the one who does not believe will be condemned." In other words, those who do not believe and
refuse the Sacrament of Bap%sm will be condemned. It is
absolutely necessary that one be bap%zed of water and
Spirit in order to enter the Kingdom of God. For two thousand years, the Catholic Church has proclaimed the Good
News to the whole crea%on, genera%on aer genera%on.
For two thousand years, the Ascension of the Lord has
been commemorated in thoughts, in words and in ac%ons. May each one of us con%nue to be a greater part in
living the ‘Great Commission of Jesus.’
Fr. Hai
MEDICAL MISSION TEAM UPDATES:
Sunday, May 17, 2015 from 3pm to 5 pm in Servant
Hall we will hold our first informational meeting about the
2015 Medical Mission trip to El Salvador. If you are discerning this mission experience, just want information, are
interested in helping here at home or are ready to go againplease make every effort to attend this meeting. Please also
refer to our webpage http://stmhouston.org/medicalmission for additional information. For questions contact
Christine Hunter at [email protected] or 832-338-3002 or
Diana Janssens - [email protected].
The Apostleship of the Cross wishes to thank everyone who supported them at their recent bake sale
and Mother’s Day Gifts Sale event! The money
raised helps this group to fund guest speakers for
their spiritual events during the year. Thanks
again for your support!
Eucharistic Adoration:
Tues., 1-2 p.m.
Wed., 4-5 p.m.
Thursday, 12 noon-1 p.m.
Our chapel remains open 24 hours a day because of the commitment made by those who
take a weekly Holy Hour. Please commit!!
Call Suzie Hamilton for info, 713-557-3036 or 713-7290221.
May 17, 2015
It’s that time of year again...Scheduling Time!!!
All ministries and organizations that use parish facilities for
their meetings need to make their requests for the upcoming year...either the new school year, 2015-2016 or for the
calendar year 2016, depending on your meeting schedule.
There is a new form that is available on the church website, the facility request form. If you do not have access
to the internet, you can call the office for a copy. Remember, a request is simply that: a request. We will do our
best to accommodate everyone. Questions? Ask for Suzie.
www.stmhouston.org
713-729-0221
We will have a Taize Prayer service on May 19,
7:00pm in the church. This is a contemplave, mediaonal me of song and scripture. Please make
plans to come.
Spread the Good News! St Thomas More Event Photo
is free and open to all STM ministries. Ministry
Heads may call Chris Moras at 713.305.4099 to
schedule photography for their next parish event.
You can view parish photos from past events at
www.stthomasmoreevents.shutterfly.com
On Saturday, May 23, from 6:30 PM to
midnight, we will have a Pentecost Vigil in
the Church, sponsored by the Legion of
Mary and the Apostleship of the
Cross. Come and join other parishioners as
we prepare for this great feast, the birth of
the Church. We will have Exposition of the
Blessed Sacrament; the recitation of the
Rosary; guided meditations; hymns; and
time for silent prayer.
Collection Information July 2014-June 2015
Yearly Budgeted Offertory
Weekend Collection
$1,850,523.00
(05/10/2015)
WEEKLY
Actual Collection
Budgeted Amount
Over (+)/Under(-)
31,349.37
37,000.00
- $ 5,650.63
FISCAL YTD
1,651,697.25
1,628,000.00
+$ 23,691.25
The Actual Collection for Fiscal Y TD includes Holy Day Collection amounts.
Additional Collections:
Plaid Bag (School) Collection
$ 3,132.15
Children (Social Services)
$
3.00
Building Fund
$
297.00
Thank you for your continued generosity!
ASCENSION OF THE LORD
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Readings for the week of May 17, 2015
Ascension of the Lord
Acts 1:1-11/Eph 1:17-23 or Eph 4:1-13 or 4:1-7, 11-13/
Mk 16:15-20(58) Pss Prop.
Saint John I, Pope and Martyr
Acts 19:1-8; Ps 68; Jn 16:29-33
Acts 20:17-27; Ps 68; Jn 17:1-11a
Saint Bernardine of Siena, Priest
Acts 20:28-38; Ps 68; Jn 17:11b-19
Saint Christopher Magallanes, Priest,
and Companions, Martyrs
Acts 22:30, 23:6-11; Ps 16; Jn 17:20-26
Saint Rita of Cascia, Religious
Acts 25:13b-21; Ps 103; Jn 21:15-19
Morning: Acts 28:16-20, 30-31; Ps 11;
Jn 21:20-25 Vigil: Gn 11:1-9 or
Ex 19:3-8a, 16-20b or Ez 37:1-14 or
Jl 3:1-5; Ps 104; Rom 8:22-27; Jn 7:37-39
Extended Vigil: Gn 11:1-9 or Ex 19:3-8a,
16-20b; Ez 37:1-14 or Jl 3:1-5;
Rom 8:22-27; Ps 104; Jn 7:37-39
Pentecost Sunday
Day: Acts 2:1-11; Ps 104;
1 Cor 12:3b-7, 12-13 or
Gal 5:16-25; Jn 20:19-23 or
Jn 15:26-27, 16:12-15
MASS INTENTIONS FOR THE WEEK OF MAY 17…
Monday, May 18
6:30 a.m. †Irv Hamet
5:30 p.m. †Joe Pryor
Tuesday, May 19
6:30 a.m. †Most Abandoned Soul in Purgatory
5:30 p.m. Mary Jane Uchendu
Wednesday, May 20
6:30 a.m. †Maria Melendez
5:30 p.m. †Larry Keuchel Jr. & Sons
Thursday, May 21
6:30 a.m. †Clare Williams
5:30 p.m. †Henry Nowak
Friday, May 22
6:30 a.m. June Shumake
8:15 a.m. Michael Felton & Family
5:30 p.m. †Monica Tumba
Saturday, May 23
9:00 a.m. †Clare Williams
5:00 p.m. †Richard Endres
Sunday, May 24
7:30 a.m. †Danilo Tarzona
9:00 a.m. †Johnny Johnson & Rene Johnson, Thanksgiving
11:00 a.m. †Efrain Salazar Guajardo
1:00 p.m. †Pablo Pineda
5:00 p.m. For the Parish
7:00 p.m. †Marie Dolan
VOLUNTEER INTERFAITH CAREGIVERS:
Do you have a few hours a month to volunteer? VIC-SW,
which serves the frail and elderly of the southwest Houston
area, urgently needs volunteers to take people shopping or
to medical appointments, and also to perform minor home
repairs and garden and yard work for those who can no
longer perform these services for themselves. Even a couple of hours a month can make a world of difference to
your neighbor in need. Call 713-772-8181 to volunteer.
This week around STM….
Sunday, May 17
9:30 a.m. RCIA, Adult Ed Bldg.
10:00 a.m. Sacrament of the Sick, Church
12:15 p.m. Nigerian Catholic Women, Scout House
2:30 p.m. Spanish Baptisms, Church
3:00 p.m. Medical Mission Mtg., Donovan’s Den
6:00 p.m. Sp. Choir, AE-St. Mary
6:30 p.m. Young Disciples (Youth Group), Youth Center
Monday, May 18
6:30 p.m. Sp. Legion of Mary, Room F
Combined Choir, Church
7:00 p.m. Sp. Home Visitors, AE-St. Peter
7:30 p.m. Apostleship of the Cross (Sp.), AE-St. Paul
Tuesday, May 19
7:00 p.m. Taizé Prayer Service, Church
Pastoral Council, AE-St. Paul
Wednesday, May 20
6:00 p.m. Parishioner Assistance Ministry, Rectory
7:00 p.m. OMOPH Prayer Group, Chapel
Adult Confirmation (Sp.), Youth Prayer Room
Youth Confirmation Class 2, School
7:30 p.m. RCIA Inquiry, AE-St. Peter
Legion of Mary, AE-St. Paul
Sp. Choir, Church
Thursday, May 21
6:45 p.m. Sp. Choir, AE-St. Mary
7:00 p.m. Adult Confirmation (Eng.), Rectory
7:30 p.m. Word of Truth Bible Study, AE-St. Peter
Apostleship of the Cross, AE-St. Paul
Combined Choir, Church
11:00 p.m. Precious Blood Prayer Group, Donovan’s Den
Friday, May 22
9:15 a.m. Altar Society, Church
5:00 p.m. Legion of Mary Jr. (Sp.), Room F
6:00 p.m. Legion of Mary Jr. (Sp.), Room F
6:30 p.m. Sp. Altar Servers (Monaguillos), Prinster Hall
7:00 p.m. Sp. Choir, AE-St. Mary
Saturday, May 23
3:30 p.m. Confessions, Church
6:15 p.m. Confessions, Church
6:30 p.m. Pentecost Vigil, Church
Sunday, May 24
9:30 a.m. RCIA, Adult Ed Bldg.
10:00 a.m. Sacrament of the Sick, Church
2:00 p.m. Taller de Oracion, Youth Center
3:00 p.m. Sp. Marriage Encounter, Prinster Hall
6:00 p.m. Sp. Choir, AE-St. Mary
6:30 p.m. Young Disciples (Youth Group), Youth Center
The 2015 Graduang 8th Grade Class of St Thomas More
Parish School is proud to announce that they have raised
$8500.00 for the American Wheelchair Mission. The goal was
to purchase 50 wheelchairs in honor of the 50th anniversary of
the school.
They surpassed their goal. They would like to thank the
Knights of Columbus Council 3910, students, family, friends and
the parish community for helping in this effort. May God bless
you. If you'd like to make a dona%on to further this campaign
please make your checks payable to St Thomas More School
with a nota%on for the wheelchair project. When you can,
please visit the website for the American Wheelchair Mission to
see how their project will impact the world. Wheelchairs purchased will go to Vietnam at Thanksgiving. Thank you.
ST. THOMAS MORE CHURCH
HOUSTON, TEXAS
May 17, 2015
STreaMliners (Adults over 50 only) - May 2015
$15 dues for the year—Adults over 50 only.
Monday, May 18, County Bus Day Trip, Schulenberg, $10pp
and lunch on your own. Bus leaves at 8:30 a.m.
Thursday, May 21, Coushatta Casino Day Trip, $15pp
(includes $10 free play), coffee, donuts, hot kolaches at 6:30
a.m., bus leaves at 7:00 a.m., return around 7:00 p.m.
If you are graduating from school, now is a good time
to consider a religious vocation for your future.
The Parish Vocations Committee
NEW TRIP - June 1-3, 2015 Paragon Casino, Marksville, LA,
$185pp single, $256pp double, payment due at signup, no refund
after May 20
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All trips leave from the back parking area near Prinster Hall. If you are parking
your car please leave at least 5 spaces open around the dumpsters and
recycling bins.
STreaMliner trips are open to all STM families and friends!
For info, call Ed’s Tours 713-723-2035.
INTERESTED IN JOINING THE CATHOLIC CHURCH?
This process is known as the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
(RCIA). It begins with informal question and answer sessions.
Inquiry sessions are held on Wednesday evenings, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
For more information, just come on Wednesday evening, or talk
to Deacon John Krugh on Sunday or call the church office, 713729-0221.
Religious Education 2014-2015 YEAR
CONFIRMATION—HIGH SCHOOL
May 27, Last Day of Classes 2014-2015
COMING SOON…………..
REGISTRATION FOR 2015-2016 CCE YEAR
Be on the lookout for the 2015-2016 CCE registration in early June.
Keep in mind that it is important in your child’s faith journey that
they attend CCE each year as one year builds on another. The most
important part of your child’s health, growth and well-being is, of
course, a wonderful and faithful relationship with Jesus.
THE FAMILY THAT PRAYS TOGETHER STAYS TOGETHER
+Remember to bring your child to Sunday Masses+
Andrea Osborn is a School Counselor at STM. She has a Bachelors of Arts degree in Communica%ons from Pepperdine University and a Master of Arts degree in Counseling and Guidance
from Loyola Marymount University. Andrea has
been a counselor for over 35 years; 7 years at
STM. She has one son, Nathan. Her interest
and hobbies are reading, traveling, dancing,
listening to classic rock music, geKng together
with friends, and playing with her two cats. Andrea says, “I love counseling at STM because
God is a part of every counseling session and guidance program
that I have presented. Finding strength and trust in God for everything we do in our daily lives is always shown to our students
with joy and enthusiasm. Despite our current pain or loss, God
will always take us through to the other side with gentleness,
love, and compassion.”
Loving Embrace Infertility Support Group
Meets 3rd Thursday, each month, 7:30-9pm, monthly meeting
rotation: Couples Dinner, Ladies Dinner, and Couples Discussion.Loving Embrace is a Catholic educational support group for
couples who have endured or are presently enduring the pain and
suffering of infertility. The group provides support for coping
with infertility and explores resources, methods, and options that
are morally faithful to the teachings of the Catholic Church. For
rotation information contact Shannon Lassen at 832-9786716 [email protected].
Troop 99 Boy Scouts will host a garage sale fundraiser Saturday, May 30, 2015. The garage sale will be open from 8:00 a.m.
to 2:00 p.m. in the Rehkopf Gym.
We are accepting donations for the garage
sale. Donations can be dropped off at the
Rehkopf Gym (old gym) on Friday, May 29
from 5—7 p.m. Donations of clothes, small
furniture/electronics/ household supplies/
toys etc. would be appreciated. Items over
40 lbs. cannot be accepted.
Participating scouts are raising funds to help with costs at Seabase Camp in Florida this summer. The group thanks Father Hai
and St. Thomas More Parish for their support.
For more information contact :
Angie Broussard 713-385-3805
Flocknote is a way for the parish to communicate with you!
If you don’t have time to read the bulletin but want to know
what’s going on, sign up for this service. There are 2 easy
ways to register for Flocknote (pick one):
Visit our network at
flocknote.com/stmhouston
or
Text “Hillcroft” to 84576
ASCENSION OF THE LORD
YD@STM
YD@STM SUMMER SUNDAYS SCHEDULE
St. Thomas More is excited to announce the Young Disciples Youth
Ministry, which currently holds events for high-schoolers (entering
freshman up to graduating seniors) weekly, on Sunday nights. We are
eagerly planning more events and activities throughout the rest of the
year and will announce those as they are scheduled!
May 17 - Why “Confirm it?”
May 24 - Memorial Day Weekend
May 31 - Why must I “Confirm it?”
June 7 - How can I know God?
June 14 - Science and Religion (youth group & confirmandi)
June 21 - Psalm 23: A song about God’s character
June 28 - God’s Attributes: What is God like?
July 5 - NO MEETING! Happy Fourth!
July 12 - Theology of the Body (youth group & confirmandi)
July 19 - What’s in a Name? (or who God isn’t)
July 26 - What is the Trinity?
August 2 - TBD
August 9 - TBD
YD@STM Ministry Vision:
The Young Disciple Ministry at St. Thomas More aims to
build confident young men and women that are eager to grow
in faith, serve joyfully, and create a community in Christ with
a love for the Lord, his people, and the Eucharist. Through
this, we envision the creation of creative, thoughtful, and
eager new leaders for our growing parish.
El Ministerio de Jóvenes Discípulos en Santo Tomas Moro el
objetivo es construir hombres y mujeres que están con ganas
de crecer en la fe, servir con alegría, y crear una comunidad
en Cristo con un amor por el Señor, a su pueblo, y a la Eucaristía. A través de este, la visión es de crear líderes creativos,
atentos, y ansiosos para nuestra creciente parroquia.
Summer 2015 Sundays Schedule - Every Sunday at 6:30 (after 5PM
Mass), we will get together in the Youth center to play games listen to
music, and learn a bit about Christ and each other. The subjects of the
discussions are listed to the right!
For ALL Confirmandi in Second Year it is MANDATORY
to attend June 14 and July 12, part of the Chosen Program.
TODOS los candidatos de Confirmación Segundo año es
OBLIGATORIO asistir a las reuniones de Junio 14 & Julio
12, parte del Programa de Confirmación II.
If you have any questions, please contact Aida Gonzales at
[email protected].
ST. THOMAS MORE CHURCH
HOUSTON, TEXAS
Del Padre Hai
El mensaje espiritual de hoy se encuentra en la lectura del Evangelio que ha menudo nos referimos como
la “Gran Comisión”. Cuando Jesús se apareció a los
once, les dijo: “Vayan por todo el mundo y proclamen la Buena Nueva a toda la creación. Aquel que
crea y sea bau%zado se salvara; pero quien no cree
será condenado." En otras palabras aquellos que no
creen y niegan el Sacramento del Bau%smo serán
condenados. Es absolutamente necesarios que uno
sea bau%zado con el agua y el espíritu para poder entrar al Reino de Dios. Por dos mil años, la Iglesia Católica ha proclamado la Buena Nueva a toda la creación,
generación tras generación. Por dos mil años, la Ascensión del Señor ha sido conmemorada en pensamiento, en palabras y en acciones. Que cada uno de
ustedes con%núe siendo una gran parte viviendo la
“Gran Comisión de Jesús.”
Padre Hai
May 17, 2015
Si te estas graduando de la escuela, ahora es el
mejor momento para considerar una vocación religiosa para tu futuro. El comité de Vocaciones
de la Parroquia
Es tiempo nuevamente ...para reservar salones!!!
Todos los ministerios y organizaciones que utilizan las facilidades de la Parroquia para hacer sus reuniones necesitan
hacer una propuesta para el próximo año, ya sea el Nuevo
año escolar, 2015-2016 o para el calendario del próximo
año 2016, dependiendo de los horarios de sus reuniones.
Hay una nueva forma que esta disponible en la pagina de
Internet de la Iglesia, el formulario para solicitar una instalación. Si usted no tiene acceso al internet, puede llamar a
la oficina por una copia. Recuerde, una propuesta es simplemente una propuesta. Haremos lo mejor que podamos
para acomodar a todos. ¿Preguntas? Hable con Suzie.
www.stmhouston.org
713-729-0221
Educación Religiosa Año 2014-2015
Felicidades! A todos los 147 niños/as que recibieron su Primera Comunión ayer
sábado 9 de Mayo 2015. Les invito a asistir cada domingo a la Eucaristía y
recibir a Cristo vivo en sus corazones y reine siempre. Felicidades también a
todos los padres y sigan ayudando a que estos niños puedan continuar creciendo
espiritualmente.
CONFIRMACION - ESCUELA SECUNDARIA
27 de Mayo - Último día de Clases 2014-2015
Andrea Osborn Es la Consejera de la Escuela de STM. Tiene una
Licenciatura en Artes de la Comunicación de la
Universidad de Pepperdine y una maestría en
Artes en Asesoramiento y Orientación de la
Universidad Loyola Marymount. Andrea ha
sido una Consejera por mas de 35 años; 7 años
en STM. Tiene un hijo, Nathan. Sus intereses y
pasa%empos son leer, viajar, bailar, escuchar
música rock clásica , reunirse con amigos, y jugar con sus dos
gatos. Andrea dice, “Me encanta dar consejería en STM porque
Dios es parte de cada sesión de consejería y programa de orientación que he presentado. Encontrar la fuerza y la confianza en
Dios por todo lo que hacemos en nuestra vida co%diana se
muestra siempre a nuestros estudiantes con alegría y entusiasmo. A pesar de nuestro dolor o perdida actual, Dios siempre nos
lleva a través hacia el otro lado con dulzura, amor y compasión.”
Tendremos un Servicio de Oración Taize el 19 de Mayo a las 7:00pm en la Iglesia. Este es un empo de
contemplación, y meditación de las canciones y de la
escritura. Por favor haga planes para asisr.
MUY PRONTO…………..
REGISTRO PARA LA DOCTRINA DE 2015-2016
Este al tanto para las fechas y horarios para el registro de la doctrina que se llevara a cabo en el mes de JUNIO. Recuerde que es importante en el viaje de la fe de
su hijo (a) que asistan a la doctrina cada año. La parte mas importante de la salud
de su hijo, es el crecimiento y el bienestar, y por supuesto una maravillosa relación de fe con Jesús.
LA FAMILIA QUE ORA UNIDA PERMANECE UNIDA
+Recuerde que debe de traer a sus niños a la Misa del Domingo+
MAYO: MES DE MARIA
La Iglesia otorga este mes a María
para conocerla y amarla mas.
María nos cuida siempre y nos ayuda en todo lo que necesitamos.
Ella nos ayuda a vencer la tentación y conservar el estado de gracia y la amistad
con Dios para poder llegar al Cielo, María es la
Madre de la Iglesia.
RECEMOS EL ROSARIO EN FAMILIA
ASCENSION OF THE LORD
PRAYERS FOR THE SICK / ORACION POR LOS ENFERMOS
John Amato, Pedro Apigo, Bobby Baker, Elisa Baker, Cristine
Banks, Lontondra Banks, Eden Bautista, Lisa Bivins, Julia Brown,
James Caffrey, Mary Jane Coke, Bernice Condon, Ellen Cooper,
Heather Deeton, Karen DeJean, Alice Fahy, Bonifacio Figueroa,
Therese Flaherty, Frank Garcia, Gonzales Family, John Gorman,
Barbara Graham, David Graham, Leticia Griewe, John Hahn,
Marylou Hahn, Ofelia Herrera, Ken Jarzombek, Maurice Korkmas,
David Lafferty, Bob Little, Mary & Sabin Marshall, Margaret Martin,
John R. Martin, Joyce Mercurio, Carol Montello, Mary Jane Morgan, Margaret Morris, Catherine Mourey, Venita Mrok, Emma
Newhouse, Freddie Perez, Myrella Ribas, Joanne Richards, Cherry Ronan, Christopher Saldivar, Rabbi Sherwin, June Shumake, Al
Suhor, Theresa Steen, Brian Steiner, Jan Tennert, Bertha Theriot,
Beverly Thomas, Patricia Trejo, John Upton, Rich Vachris, Bertie
Vargas, Clair Wise
PRAY FOR ALL SERVING IN THE MILITARY, ESPECIALLY THOSE IN OUR PARISH FAMILY
SFC Paul Bergman, Col. David Eskelund, Megan Godsey,
Traci Godsey, Sgt. Billy Janca, SSgt Bradley Louis, Mike
McIntosh, Ebenezer E. Ohaegbulem, Charles U. Oparnozie, LCDR Russell Thiem
Ausn Benne Tice is a home schooled, Eagle Scout, Naonal Merit
Finalist, graduate of Georgetown University, former Captain in the
United States Marine Corps and recipient of the 2012 George Polk
Award for War Reporng. He is the eldest of seven children, and was
born and raised in Texas.
In May of 2012, the summer before his final year at Georgetown Law
School, he chose to go to Syria as a Freelance Journalist to report on
the conflict there. Two days a4er his 31st birthday, on August 13,
2012, his editors, family and friends lost contact with Ausn, as he
was preparing to travel from Daraya, near Damascus, to Beirut, Lebanon.
Please connue to pray for the safe return of Ausn to his family.
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