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22 November 2015
Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
Pastor
Fr. Patrick Moses
Parochial Vicars
Fr. Rudy Alumam
Fr. Martin Nguyen
Supply Priests
Fr. Ian Bustonera, AM
Fr. Mark Cruz, AM
Fr. Randy Sampinto, AM
Permanent Deacons
José Campos, Del Davis,
Steve Germain, Gerald Pyne
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 12-1 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
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
“I am the Alpha and the Omega,”
says the Lord, “the one who is and who
was and who is to come, the almighty.”
Rev 1:8
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
Adoration
Weekly: Fridays 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Monthly: 13th of the month
9:00 AM – 6:00 AM (on the 14th)
Penance (English & Spanish)
Monday: 6:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 PM
Saturday: 3:30 PM
or by appointment
5201 Evergreen Avenue, Cypress, CA 90630  714-826-0760  www.sticypress.org  [email protected]
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Enter his gates with thanksgiving, his courts with
praise. Give thanks to him, bless his name. (Psalm 100:4)
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
This coming Thursday is Thanksgiving Day and we are encouraged
to pause and give thanks to God. In his Thanksgiving Proclamation
of 1863, President Abraham Lincoln wrote: “The year that is drawing
toward its close has been filled with the blessings of fruitful fields and
Adult Formation
healthful skies. To these bounties, which are so constantly enjoyed
Rebecca Soto, Director
that we are prone to forget the source from which they come, others
have been added which are of so extraordinary a nature that they
Ministerio Hispano
can not fail to penetrate and soften even the heart which is habitually Sr. Maria Teresa Salceda, Director
Humberto Arreola, Coro Hispano
insensible to the ever-watchful providence of Almighty God.”
In 1863, the United States was in the Civil War, a terribly brutal and
emotional experience. Thousands of young Americans had died,
while others faced the prospect of certain death. Yet, in the midst of
such a challenging time, President Lincoln called upon Americans to
remember the richness of God’s blessings and to be thankful.
So it should be with us. In many ways, 2015 has not been an
easy year for our nation. We continue to struggle with economic
hardships. Bad weather and natural disasters have affected parts
of our country. Wars continue to take men and women away from
their homes, and some of these brave soldiers will never return.
Political tensions throughout the world bring the threat of further
violence and death. However, in spite of our challenges and
setbacks, we have been richly blessed by God. Thanksgiving is
due just as much today as it was in 1863, perhaps much more.
When we give thanks, we bring to mind God’s gifts to us. This, in
turn, reminds us of God’s gracious nature. We think, not just of what
God has done, but also of who God is. In the language of Psalm
100, we enter God’s gates with thanksgiving, so that we might go
into His courts with praise. For many of us, thanksgiving for what
God has done leads us to praise God for who He is.
On this Sunday before Thanksgiving, we celebrate the Feast of
Christ the King and remember the great gift of salvation we have
received in Jesus Christ. Another reason to give thanks for
immeasurable goodness of God. May you enter God’s gates with
thanksgiving today, so that you might celebrate in his courts with
praise and may God give you and your family a rich and blessed
Thanksgiving Day!
In Thanksgiving for all of you,
Fr. Patrick
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.
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“My kingdom does not belong to this
world. If my kingdom did belong to
this world, my attendants (would) be
fighting to keep me from being handed over to the Jews. But as it is, my
kingdom is not here." (John 18:36)
Why? I have been asking this
question a lot these days. This
morning, I am back in Idaho. I am
preparing for the funeral of a very
good friend. She succumbed to
cancer five days ago. She suffered
much through the years that we've
known her. A severely handicapped
child, his death, marital issues, job
issues, health issues; name it, she
has experienced it. “Why?” is the
question her surviving children ask.
It is a question that many ask.
The tragic news from France. A
seemingly senseless massacre.
How much more can the world take?
“Why, why Lord, do you let these
terrible things happen” is the
question that we keep hearing.
I met the “answer” to the question
“why” for my friend, Gerry, in the
parish office last week. It was a
chance encounter. I had never met
her before. She radiated joy. The
smile was from ear to ear and I could
not pass by without introducing
myself. I was hooked!
I caught her on the way out the
door. She had just visited one of our
priests. I learned that she had also
just buried a second child ten days
earlier. She was now on her way
home to care for her husband with
dementia. Like Gerry, she teaches
unconditional love with her life.
Like Gerry, she teaches patient
endurance with an effervescent love
for our Lord and an infectious hope
for eternal life in His kingdom yet to
come. Thank you!
As for Paris, I don't think there
will ever be sufficient answers. My
daughter did give me a helpful quote
attributed to Mr. Rogers, a childhood
TV personality: “In times of tragedy,
look for the helpers. They are always
present.” I am so blessed to be part
of a community “helpers.” Thank
you!
Deacon Steve
PS. Let it be known that last
weekend our faith community gave
back $29,620 for the building of His
Kingdom on Earth. Thank you!
TODAY
SPECIAL COLLECTION FOR NATIONAL NEEDS: This collection combines three
national collections into one. The Catholic Campaign for Human Development to
address the root causes of poverty in America, The Catholic Communication
Campaign to contribute to the process of evangelization and The Catholic University
of America campaign to provide funding for academic scholarships. Envelopes are
located in the pews. Please place your envelope in the regular collection basket
along with your weekly donation. Thank you for your generous response.
MONDAY
LAY APOSTLES: Please join us in praying the Rosary every Monday after the
8:30 a.m. Mass in the crying room. Everyone is welcome.
TUESDAY
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.
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.
OUR PARISH "JUNIOR LEGION OF MARY" (AGES 8 TO 14): Meets every
Wednesday from 3:00-3:45 in the Youth Formation workroom. Please call
Brenda Diacajo, the adult president, at 714-828-2516 for further information.
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.
Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, the
Parish Office will close at noon on
Wednesday November 25th and be
closed all day Thursday the 26th &
Friday the 27th. If you should need a
priest for an emergency during this
time, please call the Parish Office at
(714) 826-0760 and a priest will be
contacted. The office will reopen on
Sunday, November 29th at 9:00 AM.
We are sorry for any inconvenience
that this may cause. Thank you for
your patience and understanding.
FRIDAY
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 MEETINGS will not be held tonight or in December.
They will resume in January 2016.
SATURDAY
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.
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NOVEMBER TURKEY AND HAM COLLECTIONS
As the holidays approach and supermarkets have specials
for turkeys and hams, please consider buying an extra one
for donating to H.O.P.E. for our holiday basket food
distribution to the area’s needy families. Turkeys and hams
may be dropped off at the rectory garage on December 5
from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. or call Mary Ellen Oves at
714-821-3457. Thank you for caring and sharing!
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 1
CATHOLIC FAITH CONVERSATION
7 to 9 p.m. in a parishioner's home the first Tuesday of the
month. We are a small group of Catholics who discuss our
faith beliefs... helping us to learn more from each other;
helping us to grow closer to God; and share our faith with
others with greater faith and conviction. Everyone contributes
(no matter how small) which becomes a chain reaction, as
one person's input draws another on to thought & speech.
The Legion of Mary sponsors and facilitates the meeting.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
MEETING—7:00 p.m. in classroom #7
Deacon Jerry Pyne and a NAMI representative will present
valuable information and literature to help families who are
coping with mental illness issues in their lives. Come and
be informed of the various agencies that may be helpful as
well as some general information that may aid in the caregiving of those with mental illness challenges. This meeting
will be offered every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5
ST. IRENAEUS CURSILLO ULTREYA!
After the Saturday evening mass at 6:15 p.m. in the
Education Building
This is a gathering of St. Irenaeus parishioners who have
made their weekend and those who want to - We call this
an Ultreya! There will be music and food and fellowship
and fun!
MONDAY, DECEMBER 7
WOMEN’S CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
7:00-9:00 p.m. in the Youth Faith Formation workroom
If you are a cancer survivor, newly diagnosed or dealing
with treatment, your presence will be most welcome.
Meetings are held the first Monday of each month.
If you would like to attend, please contact Terry Arenz,
our WCSG Facilitator/Parish Nurse, at 562.924.5335.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 9
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.
DECEMBER 16-24
SIMBANG GABI SPONSORED BY THE FCF
Masses will be at 5:00 a.m.
We accept mass intentions for each of the masses; please
call Josie Ninofranco at 714-761-6375. Please sign in as a
sponsor who will bring food for the fellowship after the
mass. For more information, please call Cora Arevalo at
562-402-7872 or Terry Arenz at 562-924-5335.
MONDAY, DECEMBER 21
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.
CURSILLO
Men's weekend: Jan 21 - 24, 2016; Apr 14 - 17, 2016
Women's weekend: Feb 4 - 7, 2016; Apr 28 - May 1, 2016
JANUARY 22-24, 2016
ANNUAL PARISH MEN’S RETREAT
Mater Dolorosa Retreat Center, Sierra Madre
The retreat, which is preached by the Passionist Retreat
Team, begins Friday evening and concludes early Sunday
afternoon. The lovely grounds and peaceful atmosphere
of Mater Dolorosa make this a perfect spot for a weekend
of spiritual renewal and growth. This year’s theme is “No
Greater Love”. For more information please call Gary at
714-826-3402, Fred at 714-761-8617 or Frank at
714-952-2420.
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JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH MINISTRY—Grades 7 & 8
NO PEACEMAKERS THIS WEEK. We meet again on
December 1st.
HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH MINISTRY—Grades 9-12
NO SUNDAY NIGHT LIVE - We are off until January 3rd.
Keep an eye out for details about our White Elephant/Ugly
Sweater Party!
PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR CONFIRMATION
CANDIDATES WHO ARE AWAY ON RETREAT
THIS WEEKEND.
REFLECTION
One of the biggest questions Jesus asked his disciples
was “Who do you say that I am?” He wanted to see if
they, without being told, could figure him out. Today,
Pilate questions Jesus’ identity. Jesus is smart, creative,
and curiously evasive when answering Pilate.
Sometimes we avoid answering questions when we
aren’t sure what the other person wants to hear or what
they will do with the answer we give. Jesus knew exactly
what was going on, yet he still plays this apparent game
of words with Pilate. Jesus never comes right out to say
his is a king, but lets Pilate use his own words to say he
is king. So, what does it mean to be a king, to have a
kingdom with followers and attendants? In our world, and
in Pilate’s, it meant power. If Jesus were king in Pilate’s
terms, this would not be good for the Roman empire. No
one could usurp the power of the government. Pilate
misunderstood Jesus’ identity. In God’s realm, kingship
means something very different. The Kingdom of God is
that of peace, of praise, and a us come to our own
decisions and to respond in love—to use the gifts he
gives us in this world.
ACTION
Spend some time in conversation with your parent(s).
Ask for their advice on something you may be struggling
with in your life right now. Seeking advice from people
who love you allows trust to grow and a relationship to
strengthen. As you do this with people on earth, it will
help with our God in heaven.
JOURNALING QUESTIONS
Whom do you trust to have control over your life?
Parents? Friends? Society?
What would it be like to allow Jesus to have full control
over your life?
What do you need to change to allow your heart to be
more open to accept Christ as your King?
God’s Word, Your World! 2015–2016 © 2015
Archdiocese of Chicago: Liturgy Training Publications. All rights
reserved. Written by Julie M. Krakora. Permission to publish
granted by the Most Reverend Francis J. Kane, DD,
Vicar General, Archdiocese of Chicago, on October 14, 2014.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY—Pre-school-6th Grade
(and Sacrament Preparation for older students)
THANKSGIVING BREAK: No classes will be held on
Tuesday, 11/24 , Wednesday, 11/25 and Sunday, 11/29.
CHRISTMAS STEWARDSHIP PROJECT: As in the past,
we will be adopting children of servicemen stationed in
Orange County. Each class adopts one or two
(depending on the size of the class). Money should be
brought in on December 1, 2 and 6. Gifts will be wrapped
the following week and picked up by the group organized
to run this program.
LITURGY OF THE WORD FOR CHILDREN: We still
need adult volunteers to have this program. Please call
Ruth at 714-826-1140 to volunteer. Training is available.
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
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St. Irenaeus Parish School
learning, believing, and serving…together
CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE A SUCCESS!
St. Irenaeus Parish School held their annual Christmas
Boutique on Sunday, November 8th and it was a big hit!
We had lots of vendors and crafters to shop from and
our 6th graders held a bake sale to raise funds for 6th
Grade Science Camp. We want to thank Mrs. Jennifer
Seitz and Mrs. Amber Perez for their hard work in
planning this event. It takes a lot of effort to coordinate
vendors and set up the boutique. We also want to thank
all of our participants for taking part in our annual event
and we hope to see you next year!
BRAIN POWER MANIA UPDATE
St. Irenaeus Parish School continuous to move up in the
ranks in the Brain Power Mania Program sponsored by
the Buena Park Mall. We are currently in 11th place! This
is the highest we’ve ever ranked in the program. Please
keep up the good work. Every point counts to stay in the
race!
As you begin your Christmas shopping soon, remember
our parish school and save those receipts. In January, all
receipts will be worth double points! This is any receipt
dated between August 15, 2015 through January 31,
2016! If you have receipts sitting around that you haven’t
had time to log-in, hold them until January. During the
holiday season there are some extra incentives for points:

Santa has arrived! Purchase a photo package with
Santa and our school earns an extra 1,000 points; just
be sure to log it in at customer service before January
31st.

Visit Sugar Plum between December 2-6 and earn 50
points per dollar spent; log in by December 31st.

Donate blood to the Red Cross and earn 2,500 points.
The Red Cross will be at the Buena Park Mall on
Friday, November 27th, from 12-6pm and Thursday,
December 24th, from 11am-4pm.

Lastly, Scienterrific Kids will be providing holiday gift
wrapping for your convenience when you make a
donation. Earn an extra 500 points by taking your
receipt to customer service.
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Have you been baptized but have never received communion?
Have you thought about becoming Catholic?
Maybe you have questions like...
Does God really know me? How can I know Him? What is Faith?
Would you like to find out more about baptism for adults? What is RCIA?
We invite you to Ask Questions and Get Answers!
Find out what it means to be Catholic.
Develop a relationship with God and others who are searching
just like you!
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If YOU or someone you know have questions about becoming Catholic,
or just want to know more...contact Rebecca Soto at
714.826.0760 or [email protected].
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TO PRAY FOR THE SICK
PARA PEDÍR POR LOS ENFERMOS
MaryAnne Augustine  Teresa Baldwin
Jennifer Baldwin  Gregorio Benites  Helen Benjamin
Richard Borowski  Fred Cassera  Alistair Cawley
Leo Charbonneau  Frank Faecke
Charles D. Favreau  Rommel Flores  Millie Geibe
Lorenzo Griarte  Mary Hall  Sharon Hanson
Carol Huff  Tom Hunter  Christine Madlem
Yolanda Melvin  Michael Moore  Aidan Morallo
Linda Padron  Janna Pi`ilani  Colleen Plahy
Annette Reitz  Mary Ritenhour  Rose Ritenhou
Teiya VanMeter  Pauline Vonderharr  Khalil Wiseman
Congratulations to our
Newly Baptized
Jonathan Bonoan
Jackson Carvell
Thomas Cramp
Giselle Delherra
Evan Garcia
Ava Garvey
Dash Ipapo
Riley Jilk
Desmond Mason
Nixon Mathias
Jacob Rentoy
Violette Reyes
Ilias Rodriguez
Izaiah Rodriguez
Renay Elise Samala
Reese Angeli Roxas
Wedding banns
Michelle Bermudez & Michael Harnish
NEW MISSALS AND SONGBOOKS!
Starting next week, we'll be replacing Breaking Bread,
Spirit & Song, and Missal Del Dia/Flor y Canto with a
bilingual missal. In January we'll be adding a custom
Saint Irenaeus songbook filled with parish favorites!
These two new additions will build on our parish's
tradition of enthusiastic and active participation in the
liturgy. Thank you for your patience as we transition.
Would you like to have a 2015 Breaking Bread book?
If so, you may take one from the church AFTER the
6:30 p.m. mass on Sunday, November 22nd until
Monday, November 23rd. We are keeping the covers, so
please leave them in the pews and take the book ONLY.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Calling all H.O.P.E. volunteers and
more! This is H.O.P.E.’s busiest
season. With our annual fundraiser
behind us, it is time to concentrate on
our Christmas food & toy distributions.
The Christmas distribution of food
and toys is our biggest event for the less fortunate of
our community. Please consider helping in some way
within the next three weeks so that the families who
would otherwise not have anything can enjoy a
holiday season that we take for granted. Help us
bring joy and hope to well over 200 families.
Volunteers are needed for the following activities which
take place in the Education Building on dates as noted:
Move food from storage to boxing area - 12/11@ 5:30pm
 set up
 Volunteers with trucks to move food from storage to
Education Bldg. and
 Volunteers capable of lifting heavy boxes
Boxing food for Christmas food drive
- 12/12 @ 8 am
Toy gift wrapping
- 12/15 @ 9 am and 7 pm
Distribution of Christmas food boxes - 12/19 @ 8 am
and children’s toys
We are still in need of donations of peanut butter and
cereal to help fill the Christmas food baskets. Please drop
donated items in the baskets in the back of the church the
weekend of December 5 and 6:
Turkeys/Hams are also still needed and can be dropped
off at the church garage on
Saturday, December 5th
between 8-10 a.m.
BE a blessing this
Christmas by donating
and volunteering!
We cannot do it without
you!
READINGS FOR NEXT SUNDAY
29 November 2015—First Sunday of Advent
Jer 33:14-16 / 1 Thess 3:12-4:2 / Luke 21:25-28, 34-36; L3C
Sharing Questions: The tribulations of my daily
living are…These deep me from…
What helps me love as Christ loves and grow in holiness is…
Pregunta Para Reflexión: Las tribulaciones de mi
vida diaria son... Esto me hace profundizar desde...
Lo que me ayuda a amar como Cristo. Me hace amar y
crecer en santidad….
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Entrad por sus puertas con acción de gracias, por su corte con
alabanza. Da gracias a él, bendecid su nombre; (Salmo 100: 4)
El próximo jueves es el Día de Acción de Gracias y nos sentimos
animados a hacer una pausa y dar gracias a Dios. En su Proclamación
de Acción de Gracias en 1683, el presidente Abraham Lincoln escribió:
"El año que está llegando a su fin ha sido lleno de bendiciones por
los campos fructíferos y cielos saludables. Por estas bondades, las
cuales son constantemente disfrutadas por nosotros y siendo como
somos, propensos a olvidarnos de la fuente de donde vienen, se han
añadido otras que son de tan extraordinaria naturaleza, que no pueden
dejar de penetrar y ablandarnos el corazón, el que es habitualmente
insensible a la providencia siempre vigilante de Dios Todopoderoso".
En 1863, Estados Unidos tuvo con la guerra Civil, una experiencia
terriblemente brutal y emocional. Miles de jóvenes estadounidenses
habían muerto, mientras que otros se enfrentaban a la perspectiva de
una muerte segura. Sin embargo, en medio de un momento tan difícil,
el presidente Lincoln pidió a los estadounidenses que recordaran la
riqueza de las bendiciones de Dios y que debían ser agradecidos.
Así debe ser con nosotros. En muchos sentidos, 2015 no ha sido un
año fácil para nuestra nación. Seguimos luchando con dificultades
económicas. El mal tiempo y los desastres naturales han afectado
varias partes de nuestro país. Las guerras continúan llevando a los
hombres y las mujeres fuera de sus hogares y algunos de estos
valientes soldados nunca volverán. Las tensiones políticas en todo el
mundo traen la amenaza de nuevos actos de violencia y muerte. Sin
embargo, a pesar de nuestras dificultades y reveses, hemos sido
abundantemente bendecidos por Dios. Acción de Gracias debe ser
ofrecida tanto hoy como en 1863, posiblemente mucho más.
Cuando damos gracias, nos viene a la mente los dones de Dios para
nosotros. Esto, a su vez, nos recuerda la naturaleza de la gracia de
Dios. Creemos, no sólo en lo que Dios ha hecho, sino también de quién
es Dios. En el lenguaje del Salmo 100, entramos por las puertas de
Dios con acción de gracias, para que podamos entrar en su corte con
alabanza. Para muchos de nosotros, gracias por lo que Dios ha hecho
nos lleva a alabar a Dios por lo que Él es.
En este domingo antes del Día de Acción de Gracias, celebramos la
Fiesta de Cristo Rey y recordamos el gran regalo de la salvación que
hemos recibido en Jesucristo. Otra razón para dar gracias por la
bondad inconmensurable de Dios. Ojalá que el día de hoy podamos
entrar por las puertas de Dios con agradecimiento, para que podamos
celebrar en su corte con alabanza y que Dios les otorgue a ti y a tu
familia un abundante y bendito ¡Día de Acción de Gracias!
Con agradecimiento por todos ustedes,
Padre Patricio
PREPARÁNDONOS A
INICIAR EL AÑO JUBILAR
DE LA MISERICORDIA
El logo y el lema ofrecen juntos una
buena síntesis del Año jubilar. Con
el lema Misericordiosos como el
Padre (tomado del Evangelio de
Lucas, 6,36) se propone vivir la
misericordia siguiendo el ejemplo
del Padre, que pide no juzgar y no
condenar, sino perdonar y amar sin
medida (cfr. Lc 6,37-38). El logo se
presenta como un pequeño compendio teológico de la misericordia.
Muestra, en efecto, al Hijo que
carga sobre sus hombros al hombre
extraviado, recuperando así una
imagen muy apreciada en la Iglesia
antigua, porque indicaba el amor de
Cristo que lleva a término el misterio
de su encarnación con la redención.
ESTA SEMANA EN
NUESTRA PARROQUIA
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
SABADO
CLASES DE CATECISMO para 1ª.
Comunión de 9:30 a 11 a.m.