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Holy Trinity Catholic Church
December 20, 2015
20523 Huebner Road San Antonio, Texas 78258
Website: www.holytrinitysat.org
The Fourth Sunday of Advent
When Elizabeth heard Mary's greeting,
the infant leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth,
filled with the Holy Spirit,
cried out in a loud voice and said,
"Blessed are you among women,
and blessed is the fruit of your womb."
Lk 1:41-42
People who believe and belong — The Kingdom of God is where you are
Parish Office - 210-497-4200
FAX: 210-497 - 4285
Monday-Thursday: 8:30AM – 8:00PM
Friday 8:30 AM—5:00 PM
Saturday 9:00AM - 12:00PM
Pastoral Staff
Pastor - Msgr. Michael H. Yarbrough
Parochial Vicar - Fr. Oscar Tello-Curiel
Deacon Michael Cleary, 857-0930
Deacon Chris Laskowski, 497-4486
Deacon Guy LoTurco, 497-2363
Deacon Jerry Micek, 497-4410
Deacon David Seguin, 365-4902
Deacon Dickie Yzaguirre, 545-2604
Parish Staff
Parish Administrator: Oscar Perez
Finance Coordinator: Cecilia Greene
Bookkeeper: Lizzette Kranz
Director of Music & Liturgy: Lucy Tavira
Sacristan: Doug Stolo
Coordinator of RCIA & Adult Ed: Desma Delgado
Parish Secretary: Gloria Barretto
Receptionist: Ana Rosa Lane
Facilities Manager: Terri Collins (210-497-0700)
Facilities Manager Asst. : George Weynand
Maintenance Coordinator: Joaquin Martinez
Faith Formation Office - 497-4145
Monday—Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
(Limited Hours in July)
Faith Formation Staff
Coordinator of Religious Ed: Kristin Casas
Asst. Coord. of Religious Ed: Eric Mejia
Admin. Asst. Rosa Becnel
Admin. Asst. Martha Sandoval
LIFETEEN - High School Ministry
Youth Minister: Debra Gray
Confirmation:
Assistant Youth Minister: Renee Kuntz
The EDGE - Middle School Ministry
Assistant Youth Minister: Caitlyn DeWitt
WELCOME
We extend a warm welcome to anyone new to our parish family & all
visitors who celebrate with us throughout the year. If you would like
to join this parish, please pick up a registration form which can be
found near both bulletin boards in the foyer. Complete & return the
registration form at your convenience.
Eucharistic Celebrations
Saturday: 5:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00AM, 9:30AM, 11:15AM,
1:00 PM (Spanish) & 5:30 PM
Weekday - refer to page 2 for changes:
Mon., Wed., Fri., Mass is at 8:30 AM & 12:05PM
Tue. & Thu., Mass is at 6:30 AM
Adoration Hours:
9:00AM - Noon ~ Mondays and Wednesdays
9:00AM - Midnight ~ Fridays
9:00AM First Fridays to 9:00AM First Saturdays (24 hour adoration)
SACRAMENTS
Penance:
Saturday, 3:00-4:30 PM
in church building or call the office for
an appointment.
Baptism:
Pre-baptism instruction is required.
Classes for 2015:
Last Monday of the month Jan. - Nov.,
unless it’s a Holiday.
Call the parish office to sign up.
Marriage:
There is a 6 month preparation period
for Sacramental marriages. Please call
the parish office for details.
Inquiry into the Catholic Faith:
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
(RCIA).
Call Desma Delgado 497-4200
BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS,
ARTICLES AND REQUESTS
DEADLINE:
10 days prior to date published
via email please:
[email protected]
PULPIT ANNOUNCEMENTS
by 10:00 AM by Wednesday
Prior to weekend needed:
[email protected]
PARISH REPORTER
Sylvia Theall - [email protected].
Help us
keep our records current.
Please notify the Parish Office
if you are moving or if your
personal status has changed.
Sympathy
Monday December 21
Celebrant – Fr. Oscar
8:30AM - Enrique Chavez, †, Chuck Ogilvie, † & Ernest Gonzales, †
Celebrant – Msgr. Mike O’Gorman
12:05PM - Harlan Hinkle, Sp. Int. & John Zimmer, †
We offer condolences and sympathy to our
parishioners who have experienced
a death in their family.
Tuesday December 22
Celebrant - Msgr. Mike O’Gorman
6:30AM - Andrea Bravo, †, Guadalupe Salcedo, †, & Ben Paoletta, †
Wednesday December 23
Celebrant – Fr. Oscar
8:30AM - Dr. Jose Antonio Estens, †, Dolores Cantu, † & Cirino Cardenas †
Celebrant – Msgr. Mike O’Gorman
12:05PM - Andrea Bravo, †, Debbie Gray, Sp. Int. & Norman H. Riebe, †
PRAYER TO ST. MICHAEL
Thursday December 24
Celebrant - Fr. Oscar ~ Children’s Mass
4:00PM - Vincent Cullinan,†
Celebrant - Fr. Oscar
7:00PM - Enrique Chavez,†, & Dan & Maria Noli Childs, Sp. Int.
Celebrant - Fr. Oscar ~ Midnight Mass
12:00AM - Charles S. Cavallo, †
Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle; be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God
rebuke him, we humbly pray: and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly host, by the power of God, thrust into hell Satan and all the
evil spirits who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls.
Amen
Friday December 25
Celebrant - Fr. Oscar
9:30AM - Alicia Eva Almanza † & Christy Fowler Sp. Int.
Celebrant – Fr. Oscar
11:15AM - Santos Martinez Tamayo, † & George & Kristen Cell, Sp. Int.
Celebrant - Fr. Oscar ~ Spanish Mass
1:00PM Priscila Rivera, Sp. Int. & Salvador Robles, †
Parish Prayer List:
For Inclusion on the Ill and Homebound prayer list in the Bulletin
contact: Gloria Barretto - 497-4200 ext. 307
[email protected]
For the Parish Email Prayer Chain contact:
ZZ Mylar at [email protected]
Saturday December 26
Celebrating – Fr. Jonathon Felux
5:00PM – Margie Loebig, †, Don Maisel , †,
& Carl & Marian Wallace, †
Sunday December 27
Celebrant - Fr. Oscar
8:00AM - Kevin Cherucheril, Sp. Int.
Celebrant – Fr. Oscar
9:30AM - Cary Collins, † & Hector & Cristina Gonsales, Sp. Int.
Celebrant - Fr. Oscar
11:15AM Roger Seguin, †
& Harold & Darlene Hatzenbuehler & family, Sp. Int.
Celebrant - Fr. Oscar
1:00PM Jorge Enriquez, † & Hector Garcia Cantu, †
Celebrant - Msgr. Mike O’Gorman
5:30PM Harlan Hinkle, Sp. Int. & Cary Collins, †
**Celebrant subject to change
DECEMBER 26TH & 27TH
Saturday 5:00 PM
Lectors: Sylvia Theall & John Theall
Altar Servers: Rafael Fernandez, Faith Pruetz & Grace Pruetz
Sunday 8:00 AM
Lectors: Janie Munoz & Jolene Waun
Altar Servers: Cloe Frey & Robert Lozano
Sunday 9:30 AM
Lectors: Marcel Theriot & Mike Kurz
Altar Servers: Paige Bonguli, Matthew Poole & Madison Poole
Sunday 11:15 AM
Lectors: Terry Nguyen & Don Kane
Altar Servers: Luke Prior, Viviana Garza & Christopher Youngblood
Sunday 1:00 PM
Lectors: Jovenes I & Jovenes II
Altar Servers: Diego Rivera, Mario Ronquillo &Karol Zavala
Sunday 5:30 PM - Lifeteen Mass
Lectors: Katie Trexler & Sammy Kuntz
Altar Servers: Jake Retzloff & Declan Barnes
Ranita Adams
Patricia Beghetti
Mike Bordovsky
Douglas Boubel
Bernice Burrage
Peggy Camp
Diana Carlee
Dora Cavazos
Ramiro Cavazos
Heather Cheshier
Betty Jane Choffel
Merle Choffel
Meredith Clarke
Jose Cortes
Benny DeLeon
Mike De Leon
John E. Clifford
Alfredo Galindo
Patricia C. Galindo
Judy Garcia
Sharon M. Garcia
Carmel Gatt
Mary Giniewski
Cathy Goin
Jacob Goldsmith
Amanda Gonzales
John Gonzales
Lupita Gonzalez
Richard Gould
Carlos Guevara, Sr.
Carly Guidotti
Jane Kiernan
Margie Kiolbassa
Bonita Langley
Janet Langley
Mark Langley
Joseph Latronico
Kevin Lewis
Deacon Guy LoTurco
Patricia Matteson
Elizabeth Martinez
Francisco Martinez
Fernando Monroy
Steven Montelongo
Josie Moreno
Larry Nolte
Jim O’Farrell
Mary Palma
Sebastian Pena
Adela Perez
Barbara Perez
David Perez
Felix Perez
Fred Perez
Tuyet Pham
Hattie Mary Rachal
Macey Rakowitz
Mary Rangel
Olivia Michelle Ramirez
Antonio Quinones, Jr.
Tony Resendez
David Ross
Melinda Saenz
Ivanna Salas
Jose Antonio Salas
F. R. (Bob) Smith
John Edward Smith
Krista Soria
Peter Suess
Martha Sweeney
Helen Swete
Lucy Tavira
Sylvia Theall
Nancy Torries
Janet Treemarcki
Michael Trevino
Priscilla Towne
Daniela Villanueva
Tomas Andres Villegas
Kelly Waite
Darnell Waun
Mary Elizabeth Williams
Dustin Wintrow
Msgr. Mike Yarbrough
Carrie Zyskowsky
Joe Zyskowsky
If you would like your loved ones name on the prayer list please contact
our Parish Secretary: Gloria Barretto at the parish office 497-4200
or email [email protected]
Our parishioners serving overseas:
Pray for their safe return.
Frank Czerniakowski, Kevin Semrlrath, Eric Hohman
William McCary & Brant Walz
THIS WEEK’S EVENTS at HOLY TRINITY
Sunday
9:30AM-11:00AM NO High School Confirmation/Holiday Break
Dec. 20
11:00AM
Spanish Choir Practice/FFC
2:00PM
HTCC Theatre Group/BH
After 5:30PM Mass NO LIFETEEN/Holiday Break
Monday
9:00AM-12:00PM Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament/Chapel
Dec. 21
9:15AM
Divine Mercy Cenacle/BH
4:30PM & 6:00PM NO Elementary Faith Formation/Holiday Break
NO EDGE/Holiday Break
7:00PM-8:30PM
7:00PM
HT Choir Practice/Angel Room
7:00PM
AA Meeting/BH
Tuesday
10:00AM
Bridges Beyond Grief/BH
Dec. 22
4:30PM
NO Elementary Faith Formation/Holiday Break
6:00PM-8:30PM
Girl Scout Troop 566/FFC
6:00PM-8:30PM
Boy Scout Troop 501/FFC
6:30PM
Lifeteen Core Mtg./FFC
6:30PM
ACTS Core Mtg/FFC
6:30PM
Spanish Men’s ACTS Team Mtg./Angel Room
7:00PM
Knights of Columbus Officers Mtg./BH
Wednesday 9:00AM-12:00PM Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament/Chapel
NO Elementary Faith Formation/Holiday Break
4:30PM
Dec. 23
6:30PM
Spanish Women’s ACTS team/BH
7:00PM-8:30PM
NO High School Confirmation/Holiday Break
7:00PM
Cenáculo de la Divina Misericordia /BH
7:00PM
RCIA - Adults/Angel Room in the Church
Thursday
MERRY CHRISTMAS
Dec. 24
ALL PARISH & FAITH FORMATION
OFFICES CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAY
MERRY CHRISTMAS
Friday
Dec. 25
ALL PARISH & FAITH FORMATION
OFFICES CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAY
Saturday
6:15AM-8:00AM
That Man Is You/FFC
Dec. 26
3:00PM
Spanish Youth Music Practice/FFC
3:00PM
Confessions
5:00PM
Vigil Mass
Readings for the Week of December 20, 2015
Sunday:
Week of December 20th
Mi 5:1-4a/Ps 80:2-3, 15-16, 18-19/
Heb 10:5-10/Lk 1:39-45
Monday:
Sg 2:8-14 or Zep 3:14-18a/
Ps 33:2-3, 11-12, 20-21/Lk 1:39-45
Tuesday:
1 Sm 1:24-28/1 Sm 2:1, 4-8/Lk 1:46-56
Wednesday: Mal 3:1-4, 23-24/Ps 25:4-5, 8-10, 14/Lk 1:57-66
Thursday:
Morning: 2 Sm 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16/
Ps 89:2-5, 27, 29/Lk 1:67-79
Friday: Vigil: Is 62:1-5/Ps 89:4-5, 16-17, 27, 29/
Acts 13:16-17, 22-25/Mt 1:1-25 or 1:18-25
Night: Is 9:1-6/Ps 96:1-3, 11-13/Ti 2:11-14/Lk 2:1-14
Dawn: Is 62:11-12/Ps 97:1, 6, 11-12/Ti 3:4-7/Lk 2:15-20
Day: Is 52:7-10/Ps 98:1-6/Heb 1:1-6/
Jn 1:1-18 or 1:1-5, 9-14
Saturday:
Acts 6:8-10; 7:54-59/Ps 31:3-4, 6, 8, 16-17/
Mt 10:17-22
Next Sunday: 1 Sm 1:20-22, 24-28 or Sir 3:2-6, 12-14/
Ps 84:2-3, 5-6, 9-10/1 Jn 3:1-2, 21-24 or
Col 3:12-21 or 3:12-17/Lk 2:41-52
In Memory
Of
Andrea Bravo
From
Her Family
Contact: Desma Delgado to reserve your date
497-4200 or [email protected]
Thank You to our florist ~ The Last Straw ~ Joe & Maria Ramirez, Parishioners
If you would like the Flower or Mass intentions published
in the bulletin please make your request
at least two weeks prior.
There is no guarantee on last minute requests.
2015 MASS INTENTIONS
Consider having a Mass said for a birthday,
graduation, anniversary, special event,
or a memorial for someone special.
Please come by the church office during regular business hours
to reserved your date and time for a Mass intention.
Eucharistic Adoration Invitation
Is the Holy Spirit calling you to a deeper relationship
with the Lord through Eucharistic Adoration?
Currently, we were in need of adorers to cover a few
particular hours. Our hours of greatest need are:
Fridays from 6 - 7 PM., 7 - 8 PM., 8-9 p.m., 9 - 10
PM and 10 - 11 PM and 11p.m.-midnight
If you are interested in either becoming a
committed weekly adorer for any of the above times
Please call for more information :
Robert & Belinda Galvan: 210-849-1430.
[email protected]
We have many different ministries here at Holy Trinity.
We would like to feature a different Ministry each month.
We will pray for the efforts and support of these ministries in the
chapel during adoration hours.
For the month of December we pray for those involved with
Lifeteen, Edge, Elementary Faith formation, Confirmation
Spanish Youth Group and Los Niño's de Valor
Blessed Advent!
4th Sunday of Advent
Luke 1:39-45
Today we have two mothers meeting; they are
related, and one carries in her womb John the
Baptist and the other woman, Mary, carries in her
womb Jesus.
The Gospel account says that John, who would
cry out in the desert the message that everyone
needs to "prepare the way of the Lord," leapt with joy in the
womb of his mother upon hearing Mary's greeting.
John's message in the desert is the message that we all need to
heed as we get closer to the Christmas celebration. May our faith
leap with joy at the chance to proclaim our Lord and to prepare
the way!
Celebrate the Jubilee Year of Mercy
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Go to OSV.com/YOM to learn more.
Msgr. Mike
Msgr. Mike has been recuperating at
home. He will not be active in the parish
just yet, but hopes to return by the
beginning of January
Please continue to Pray for Msgr. Mike
PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS
God of Love, You show your favor for us and grace us
through baptism. Bless us with the courage to carry out the
mission of Jesus. Grant us open and generous hearts to see
the needs of others and to respond with compassion. May the
Church be blest with women and men who are dedicated to
You through marriage, the single life, the diaconate,
priesthood, and the consecrated life. It is in Christ and
through Christ that we offer ourselves to You now and
forever.
Amen.
ORACION POR LAS VOCACIONES
Dios de Amor, muestras tu favor hacia nosotros
y nos das tu gracia en el Bautismo. Bendicenos con valor
para llevar a cabo la mision de Jesus. Concedenos corazones
abiertos y generosos para que viendo las necesidades de los
demas respondamos con compassion. Que la Iglesia sea
bendecida con mujeres y hombres que se dedican a Ti en el
matrimonio, la vida celibe, el diaconado, el sacerdocio y la
vida consagrada. Es en Cristo y por Cristo que nos
ofrecemos a Ti ahora y siempre.
Amen
Prayer of Pope Francis for the
Jubilee Year of Mercy
Oración de Papa Francisco para
Jubileo de la Misericordia
Lord Jesus Christ, you have taught us to be merciful like the
heavenly Father, and have told us that whoever sees you sees
Him. Show us your face and we will be saved.
Your loving gaze freed Zacchaeus and Ma!hew from being enslaved
by money; the adulteress and Magdalene from seeking
happiness only in created things; made Peter weep a"er his
betrayal, and assured Paradise to the repentant thief.
Let us hear, as if addressed to each one of us, the words that
you spoke to the Samaritan woman: “If you knew the gi" of
God!”
You are the visible face of the invisible Father, of the God who
manifests his power above all by forgiveness and mercy: let
the Church be your visible face in the world, its Lord risen and
glorified.
You willed that your ministers would also be clothed in
weakness in order that they may feel compassion for those in
ignorance and error: let everyone who approaches them feel
sought a"er, loved, and forgiven by God.
Send your Spirit and consecrate every one of us with its anoin%ng,
so that the Jubilee of Mercy may be a year of grace from
the Lord, and your Church, with renewed enthusiasm, may
bring good news to the poor, proclaim liberty to cap%ves and
the oppressed, and restore sight to the blind.
We ask this of you, Lord Jesus, through the intercession of
Mary, Mother of Mercy; you who live and reign with the Father
and the Holy Spirit for ever and ever.
Señor Jesucristo, tú nos has enseñado a ser misericordiosos
como el Padre del cielo, y nos has dicho que quien te ve, lo ve
también a Él. Muéstranos tu rostro y obtendremos la salvación.
Tu mirada llena de amor liberó a Zaqueo y a Mateo de la
esclavitud del dinero; a la adúltera y a la Magdalena del buscar
la felicidad solamente en una creatura; hizo llorar a Pedro luego
de la traición, y aseguró el Paraíso al ladrón arrepen%do.
Haz que cada uno de nosotros escuche como propia la palabra
que dijiste a la samaritana: ¡Si conocieras el don de Dios!
Tú eres el rostro visible del Padre invisible, del Dios que manifiesta
su omnipotencia sobre todo con el perdón y la misericordia:
haz que, en el mundo, la Iglesia sea el rostro visible de Ti,
su Señor, resucitado y glorioso.
Tú has querido que también tus ministros fueran reves%dos
de debilidad para que sientan sincera compasión por los que
se encuentran en la ignorancia o en el error: haz que quien se
acerque a uno de ellos se sienta esperado, amado y perdonado
por Dios.
Manda tu Espíritu y conságranos a todos con su unción para
que el Jubileo de la Misericordia sea un año de gracia del Señor
y tu Iglesia pueda, con renovado entusiasmo, llevar la Buena
Nueva a los pobres proclamar la libertad a los prisioneros y
oprimidos y res%tuir la vista a los ciegos.
Te lo pedimos por intercesión de María, Madre de la Misericordia,
a % que vives y reinas con el Padre y el Espíritu Santo por
los siglos de los siglos.
4th Sunday of Advent
CHRISTMAS MASS SCHEDULE
December 24th - Christmas Eve
4:00 PM Children’s Mass
7:00 PM
12:00AM Midnight Mass
December 25th - Christmas Day
9:30 AM
11:15 AM
1 PM Spanish
NEW YEAR MASS SCHEDULE
December 31 - 6:00 PM Vigil Mass
January 1 - 10:00AM
1:00PM Spanish
ALL PARISH OFFICES
WILL BE CLOSED
THURSDAY AND FRIDAY,
DECEMBER 24TH & 25TH
AND FRIDAY, JANUARY 1ST
"Mary set out and traveled to the hill country in haste." What
was the rush? Why did Mary go so quickly to visit her cousins
Elizabeth and Zechariah? It's hard to know exactly what her purpose was, but one thing is clear: Mary and Elizabeth shared a
special connection. Perhaps Mary was anxious to be in the company of someone who could understand her unusual situation.
At this point, Mary was newly pregnant by the power of the Holy Spirit. The verses preceding today's reading tell us about the
appearance of the Angel Gabriel and Mary's willingness to become the mother of the Messiah. Now, this child was already
growing within her womb, but the whole thing was an incredible
secret. Who would believe her? In whom could Mary confide the
unbelievable events that had taken place? We know that at some
point later, Joseph had a vision in a dream that allowed him to
understand. But before that dream came, he was planning to part
ways with Mary. It must have been during that difficult time that
Mary went to see Elizabeth. And what joy that upon her arrival,
Elizabeth immediately understood. "Blessed is the fruit of your
womb," Elizabeth cried out. The same Holy Spirit who conceived Jesus in Mary's womb enlightened Elizabeth at this moment. What a consolation this must have been to Mary.
This story reminds us of the importance of our own fellowship in
the faith. Sharing our spiritual journey with other believers who
are receptive to the Holy Spirit is meant to be a source of encouragement and strength. We are not supposed to be in this alone.
As we worship and celebrate together with our faith community,
may we share with each other the real joy of this sacred season.
It is the festival of our Savior's birth, the day we celebrate that salvation has dawned upon the world. Christ is born, and
we rejoice that he has come among us in the flesh, our God made visible in an infant child who would one day give up his
life for us. This is the heart of the Christmas mystery: that Christ is born for us today. This feast is so much more than a historic anniversary. Christmas celebrates the coming of God among us, born as a human person. Christ's birth has an effect in
our lives today. His birth transcends history and changes us. He brings us light and life.
Think of the symbols of the season.
The crèche tells us the Gospel stories: first from Luke, which details the human birth in a lowly stable
and the angels' message to shepherds about the birth of a Savior; and later from Matthew, which describes the arrival of Magi who signify that God's salvation extends to all.
The wreath made of evergreens reminds us that God is one, without beginning or end, and even though we
celebrate the human birth of Christ, he remains God, begotten of the Father before all ages.
The tree stands as a symbol of life, its green branches unfading even in the winter cold, just as God's life remains
in us even though our human form should die.
The candles we burn at this time of year recall the birth of him who is forever the light of the world, showing
us the way to the eternal Father.
The angels stand as heralds of the good news, an emblem for each of us on this solemn feast of our own
duty to spread the message that Christ is born and saves us from our sins.
We rejoice this day in the birth of Christ!
We renew our faith in his power to save as he joins earth and heaven through his coming in the flesh.
From Msgr. Mike Yarbrough, Fr. Oscar Tello
Curiel
And the Holy Trinity Staff
Nativity of the Lord
"And we saw his glory." Never before or since, in the entire course of human history, have
men and women been able to gaze upon the face of God. But for a brief moment in time,
God "became flesh and made his dwelling among us." This is the remarkable event we celebrate today.
At that first Christmas some two thousand years ago, the glory of God was revealed through
the face of a child. As a tiny, helpless creature, completely dependent upon his mother to
sustain him, this humble little baby came into the world. Yet this infant was "the only Son,
God, who is at the Father's side." Why is it that the eternal majesty of the triune God should
choose to appear in such a simple way? How does this humility reveal what St. Paul calls today, "the refulgence of [God's] glory, the very imprint of his being"?
Today we celebrate a holy day that is unlike any other. Indeed we celebrate a BELIEF that is
unlike any other when we proclaim, as Christians, that God became man and walked in our
midst. No other major world religion makes such an astonishing claim. And with this comes
our unique understanding of the humble nature of God. We believe in a God whose glory is
not the glory of the world. His majesty is not like that of earthly kings and rulers. Rather, we
believe in a Heavenly Father who loves his little children enough to live among them. This Father takes joy in the joy of his children. Jesus once remarked that just as we desire to give
good gifts to our children, "how much more will your heavenly Father give good things to
those who ask him" (Mt 7:11).
This Christmas, may we remember that the greatest gift is Christ himself.
~ TIME ~ TALENT ~ TREASURE ~ HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC CHURCH ~ TIME ~ TALENT ~ TREASURE ~
Everyday Stewardship
The average American will spend close to $800 this year on Christmas gifts. That number is for the average person, not even the average family, which would be much higher. Most Americans will also take on some credit debt this Christmas in order to get their loved
ones all the gifts they want. Of course, all of this spending is in the name of Jesus, the reason for the season, right?
Even good stewards can easily get sucked into excessive spending at Christmas time. We have been programmed by our culture to see
the season as the time for giving better gifts than at any other time of the year. But the reality is that Christmas should be seen as a time
where those outward things matter the least, and what really matters is the reality of family and the experience of Christmas traditions
together. But we have to be mature disciples to see it that way.
As everyday stewards we need to give gifts with greater meaning rather than a bigger price tag. We are accountable to God for each
dollar we spend, so we need to spend wisely. Also, I doubt Jesus has any desire to be used as the reason why your credit card bill is so
high.
God becoming man is a complete example of gift giving. God gave to us his only Son so we might have eternal life. It had nothing to do
with money, and everything to do with giving completely of one's self. Christmas gifts are good and important traditions, but it is the
giving of ourselves to one another that truly identifies the real reason for the season.
Tracy Earl Welliver, MTS
© Liturgical Publications Inc
HOPE IS COMING !
Holy Trinity parishioner, Bryan Grundhoefer, is running for Homecoming King
to support Hope for the Future with scholarships for students.
The Khaki & Plaid Gala is on Saturday, January 23rd.
$1 = 1 vote for Bryan.
Any tables purchased, sponsorships or donations made in his name
will be a vote for his Kingship and a win for Holy Trinity Church!
Please support this valiant cause at:
www.hopeforfuture.org
Child Advocates San Antonio
Be the voice for an abused or neglected child.
Learn how you can become a CASA Volunteer.
CASA representatives will be on site after
each Sunday mass on January 3, 2016
For more information you can visit our website
www.casa-satx.org
or contact Leticia Hernandez @ 210-225-7070
Ser la voz de un niño abusado o descuidado.
Aprenda cómo usted puede convertirse en un
voluntario de CASA.
Representantes de CASA estará en la iglesia después de
cada misa el 03 de enero 2016.
Para obtener más información, puede visitar nuestro sitio web:
www.casa-satx.org
o comuníquese con Leticia Hernández @ 210-225-7070
Religious give thanks. "We cannot begin to repay all who
contribute," writes a Catholic sister. "So we pray to God,
who is never outdone in generosity, to reward you." Heartfelt thanks for your donation to last week's collection for the
Retirement Fund for Religious. May God bless you for your
goodness!
Los religiosos expresan su gratitud. "No podemos comenzar a
pagar a todos los que han contribuido", nos escribe una de las hermanas. "Por eso rogamos a Dios, a quien nadie supera en generosidad, Él que sea quien los recompense". Con nuestro más profundo agradecimiento por sus donativos en la colecta de la semana
pasada para el Fondo para la Jubilación de Religiosos. ¡Que Dios
los bendiga por su bondad!
HOLY TRINITY MINISTRIES & GROUPS
LITURGICAL MINISTRY
Eucharistic Ministers, Lectors, Greeters & Altar Servers - Lucy Tavira, 244-3743
ACTS - Jennifer Bishop, 481-6760
Adult Faith Formation
Desma Delgado, 497-4200 ext.315
Alcohol & Drug Dependence
John Welsh, 687-9019
Altar Guild, Susan Kent, 748-0200
Alzheimer's Ministry
Pat Waisley, 497-7254
Carol Short, 497-4639
Bridges Beyond Grief
Emily Baril, 497-8166
Bunco, Ruth Jones, 724-3457
Christ Centered Marriage Ministry
Cindy & Michael Gonzalez at (210) 497-0917
Christian Assistance Ministry
Rita Farmer, 378-5426
Parish Prayer Chain
E-mail: [email protected]
Pastoral Council
Will Person, 317-5288
Prayer Shawls
Carol Short, 497-4639
Safe Environment
John Kiernan, 836-8966
Scouts, Kevin Pfahning, 287-0699
Social Concerns Committee
Rolland Cole, 316-8039
Spiritual Direction
Mary Wilder, 213-9920
St. Timothy - Sister Parish
Bob Lorenz, 316-5090 or work: 494-1375
Cancer Support Group
James Ermis, 616-1129
Stephen Ministry
Pam Hughes, 394-5723
Jerry Krimbill, 392-0602
Catholic Daughters of The Americas
Lina Ramirez, 643-2805
Teams of Our Lady
Ronnie & Mary Montemayor, 497-5789
Covenant of Love
Tony & Lucy Miller, 842-8896
That Man Is You
Joe Kuntz, 781-1637
Divine Mercy Cenacle
English - Kerry Johnston, 287-8939
Ed Kowalsky, 452-3837
Spanish-listed under Spanish Ministries
Young Adult Community
Eric Mejia, 497-4145
Divorced and Separated
David - 473-1841
Mary, 473-9608
Dan, 497-1704
ENDOW
Christina Orsborn, 422-2530
Emily Schuelke, 551-8836
Eucharistic Adoration
Robert & Belinda Galvan, 849-1430
Forever Young Seniors
Lina Ramirez, 481-3294
Habitat for Humanity
Jack Wilder, 275-2587
Hospital Ministry
Goldie LoTurco, 497-2363
Patricia Matteson, 408-6387
Knights of Columbus
John Ly, 878-9172
4th Degree Knights, Tom Trbovich, 497-3482
Meals on Wheels - Christian Senior Service
Mike Clary, 497-7929
Mothering with Grace
Emily Schuelke and Bridie Chaudoir
[email protected]
Nursing Home & Homebound Ministry
David Porter, 494-5410 or 452-2350
Carol Rickhoff, 497-4400 or 884-2400
Our Lady’s Rosary Ministry
Ana Flores, [email protected]
Spanish Ministries / Ministerios en Espanol
Coordinador
Luis F. Jimenez, 296-6815
Ministros de Eucarastia
Martha Rodriguez, 912-7344
Lectores
Alejandra Perales, 415-2284
Musica
Rafael Moras, 431-2017
Holy Trinity Mission Statement
The mission statement is: We at Holy
Trinity Catholic Church seek to live
out the message and mission of Jesus
Christ as a community of worship,
shared faith, and service, where we
believe and belong and share the gifts
and talents received from God through
the Holy Spirit.
Nosotros, en la Iglesia Católica Holy
Trinity buscamos vivir el mensaje y la
misión de Jesucristo como una comunidad de adoración, fe compartida y
servicio, donde creemos y pertenecemos
y compartimos los dones y talentos recibidos de Dios a través del Espíritu Santo.
Please provide any feedback you may
have to the PPC chair,
Will Person at [email protected]
Are you looking to become
involved in the Parish?
Serve Our Lord
Serve Your Parish
Are you looking for a way to become
involved? Do you feel a calling? Do you
have a special talent you would like to
share with the Parish? Have you been
involved in a ministry at a previous parish? We are seeking interested individuals who would like to share their time
and talent with the various ministries and
groups we have here at Holy Trinity.
Please contact anyone of our Ministry or
group leaders for more information.
Los Niños de Valor
Alejandro Cantu Huerta, 347 6600
Ujieres
Gerardo Barona, 262-2227
Cenaculo Divina Misericordia
Ivonne G. Martínez , 606-0649 (AM)
Marichuy Garcíamoreno , 803-2608 (AM)
Ernesto Brux, 843-730-3134 (PM)
Adrian Guerrero, 702-8655 (PM)
Estudio de Biblia En Espanol
Estelita Stevens, 286-1481
Comunidad de Matrimonios
Roberto & Elizabeth Chinea, 274-5290
Apostolado de La Cruz
Estela Andonie, 838-8768
Regnum Christi Men
Hector Islas, 909-8083
Regnum Christi Women
Cata Villarreal, 501-2873
Grupo de Jovenes
Martha Rodriguez, 912-7344
Professional Counseling Services
Available here at Holy Trinity
For individuals, couples
and families
Please contact: Antonio Ramirez, PhD
or Berenice Diaz
at 210-497-4200 ext. 313
Servicios Profesionales de Terapia
Disponible aquí en Holy Trinity
Para personas, parejas
y familias
Por favor póngase en contacto con:
Antonio Ramirez, PhD o Berenice Diaz
210-497-4200 ext. 313
THE DIVINE MERCY Weekly Message
The Mother of God has taught me how to prepare for the Feast of Christmas.
I saw Her today, without the Infant Jesus. She said to me: My daughter,
strive after silence and humility, so that Jesus, who dwells in your heart
continuously, may be able to rest. Adore Him in your heart; do not go out
from your inmost being. My daughter, I shall obtain for you the grace of an
interior life which will be such that, without ever leaving that interior life,
you will be able to carry out all your external duties with even greater care.
Dwell with Him continuously in your heart. He will be your strength. Communicate with creatures only in so far as is necessary and is required by
your duties. You are a dwelling place pleasing to the living God; in you He
dwells continuously with love and delight. And the living presence of God,
which you experience in a more vivid and distinct way, will confirm you, my
daughter, in the things I have told you. Try to act in this way until Christmas
Day, and then He Himself will make known to you in what way you will be
communing and uniting yourself with Him.
Mensaje semanal De La DIVINA MISERICORDIA
La Santísima Virgen me ha ensenado como debo prepararme para la
fiesta de la Natividad del Señor. La he visto hoy sin el Niño Jesús; me
ha dicho: Hija mía, procura ser mansa y humilde para que Jesús que
vive continuamente en tu corazón pueda descansar. Adóralo en tu
corazón, no salgas de tu interior. Te obtendré, hija mía, la gracia de
este tipo de la vida interior, que, sin abandonar tu interior, cumplas por
fuera todos tus deberes con mayor aplicación. Permanece continuamente con Él en tu corazón. Él será tu fuerza. Mantén el contacto con las
criaturas si la necesidad y los deberes lo exigen. Eres una morada
agradable a Dios viviente, en la que Él permanece continuamente con
amor y complacencia, y la presencia viva de Dios que sientes de modo
mas vivo y evidente, te confirmará, hija mía, en lo que he dicho. Trata
de comportarte así hasta el día de la Navidad, y después Él Mismo te
dará a conocer cómo deberás tratar con Él y unirte a Él.
Source: The Diary of St. Faustina, Divine Mercy in My Soul, paragraph 785
For further information call Frank Salinas (210-415-9061) or Ed Kowalsky (210-452-3837)
Divine Mercy Cenacles available in English on Monday - 9:15AM and Tuesday - 7:00PM and
en Español - Wednesday - 7:00PM and Friday - 9:30AM
Love One Another as I Have Loved You . . .
In John 15:12, Jesus says, “This is my
commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you.” Loving
and caring for one another is not just
the priest's job—it’s something Jesus
calls us all to do! Stephen Ministry is
a ministry in which people with special gifts for caring ministry can put those gifts to use in an
organized way, bringing Jesus’ love and care to those who
most need it.
If you know someone who is going through
a difficult time, contact one of our Stephen Leaders:
Jerry Krimbill, 392-0602 or Pam Hughes, 394-5723
or email Pam at [email protected]
about Stephen Ministry.
Our Stephen Ministers are ready to provide focused,
confidential, one-to-one Christian care—to help that person
experience the healing power of Christ’s love.
Holy Trinity Our Lady's Rosary Ministry
Holy Trinity has a Rosary devoted to Our Lady, and all are welcome to join: We speak and
pray a universal language of love for Our
Blessed Mother! Training is provided and
rosary making supplies are provided for you to
take home and make rosaries on your own time
at your own pace.
Workshops are held the
First Tuesday of each month at 6:30PM - 8:30PM
Family Room in the Banquet Hall
3rd Tuesday of each month at 11:00AM - 1:00PM
Angel Room inside the Church
Come and join us, we pray and make a very powerful
and beautiful tool...A Rosary
If you would like more information please call
Ana Flores 210-307-6083 or [email protected]
NURSING HOME
& HOME BOUND MINISTRY
Eucharistic Ministers needed to assist a few hours per week in
this vital ministry, taking Holy Communion to those who cannot come to Mass. Training and written instructions will be
provided by someone currently in this Ministry. If you are a
homebound Parishioner, or have moved to a Nursing Home,
and would like Holy Communion bought to you on Tuesday
mornings, we can add you to the schedule.
Please contact:
David Porter (H) 210-494-5410 (C) 210-452-2350
or [email protected]
Carol Rickhoff (H) 210-497-4400 (C) 210-884-2400
or [email protected]
ALZHEIMER MINISTRY
The Alzheimer Ministry at The Haven, 511 Knights Cross, San
Antonio, We meet at The Havens at 10:00 every Thursday to
socialize and do activities with the residence of the Alzheimer
Care facility there.
Carol will usually bring one of her service dogs for the residents
to enjoy. Besides visiting with the residents, volunteers join in
on the singing, exercise and other activities. The current Ministry Volunteers are seeking more volunteers.
Please consider joining this Ministry by contacting:
Pat Waisley 497-7254; [email protected] or
Carol Short 497-4639; [email protected]
Holy Trinity Prayer Shawl Ministry
We will meet January 5th at 1:00 in the
Family Room of the Banquet Hall.
We welcome anyone who would like to renew
their knitting or crocheting skills with our
support and encouragement. Those who have
thought they might like to learn are also welcome. This is a wonderful way to show God’s love and healing powers and meet some other wonderful people in this
ministry.
If you would like more information please call
Carol Short at 210-497-4639.
Cancer Support Group
Next meeting is Thursday evening, January 28, 2016,
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Faith Formation Building, 2nd floor conference room.
All married and engaged couples are invited
We meet the first Friday of the month (except holiday's)
at 7pm- 9 pm
Holy Trinity Catholic Church
Room: Gathering Area in Faith Formation Building
Refreshments will be served.
Childcare available
contact Barbara at [email protected]
Covenant of Love “Date Nights” is a ministry
provided to the couples of our parish to help enrich
and support Catholic marriages.
Attendees will discover God’s plan for marriage,
as well as gain practical tools to build
a stronger and more joy-filled marriage.
Please come, we're here to listen.
Your first time? You will not be alone.
People who believe and belong
The Kingdom of God is where you are.
Having trouble saying the word cancer?
We have all been there. Looking for support? This is it.
What can go wrong? Nothing. Prayers?
Endless - just for you.
Patient? Caregiver? Family or friend?
Meet caring supporters - here to help.
Witness courage, faith, understanding
Experience what support really means
And, be glad that you came
No reservation needed - just come FREE PARKING
The Holy Trinity Cancer Support Group is listed on the
American Cancer Society's website (acs.com. See Connections page). The parish webmaster transfers our Impressions
articles to the parish webpage for your review. See bulletins
for the following month's meeting time.
For questions, info, contact Jim or Jan Ermis, email [email protected], or phone, Home: 497-8613,
5 Marriage Tips To Start
The Year of MERCY
FORGIVE – No one is perfect. Everyone makes mistakes. If
you make forgiveness a habit – for everything from major mistakes to little annoyances you will keep resentment from growing.
CALL – DO NOT TEXT BUT CALL your spouse two times
randomly today and let them know how you care for them, love
them and appreciate them. It is easy to get busy with life and
forget to let our true love know how much we really love them.
Love them as if today is your last day!
GRATITUDE – Make a gratitude journal for your spouse by
writing what he or she does that you are grateful for. During
times of wanting to fight and argue, bite your tongue and read
that journal before you criticize in a moment of frustration.
ADORATION – Take a few minutes during the week to stop at
a church and sit before the Tabernacle, simply be with Christ,
the merciful. Thank God for your spouse and list the ways in
which you are thankful. If you can, go to adoration together as a
couple.
PRAY – Praying together helps a couple stay together! Pray a
Rosary every night before bed with your spouse. Allow God
back into your marriage!
SAVE THE DATE
Minister of Holy Communion Training,
There will be a class to prepare persons who desire to become
ministers of Holy Communion on
Tuesday, January 19, 2016
from 6:00 to 9:00PM
In the Church
and a test that will cover information from the EM handout on
Thursday, January 21, 2016.
The class will cover what is required to minister to our congregation, There is one form you must complete PRIOR to the
class and placed into Deacon Chris Laskowski’s box located
in the parish office. The form may be obtained from the parish
office or the parish website.
Commissioning as a minister of Holy Communion will be during a Lifeteen Sunday Mass at a date to be determined, most
likely on January 24, 2016.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY SIGN-UPS COMING SOON
Your opportunity to help with the parish Habitat for Humanity project is fast approaching. Construction will
start on Friday Feb 5th and will continue for seven weeks. Hands on construction volunteers will be needed
for every Friday and Saturday starting on Friday Feb 5th and ending on Saturday Mar 19th. We will also be
soliciting donations of snacks and water/Gatorade to keep the workers refreshed. New this year will be the
use of on-line sign-ups that will open on January 1st to be followed by in person sign-ups following Masses
on the weekend of Jan 9/10 and Jan 16/17 if necessary. Anyone 14 years of age and older may help with construction – no experience
required. This is a great family project to help your teen complete any community service hours they may require. If you have any
questions or would like to be part of the organizing committee, please contact Jack Wilder at 210-275-2587.
BENEDICTION SERVICES SUSPENDED
DUE TO THE UPCOMING
HOLIDAYS
THERE WILL BE
NO BENDECION SERVICES
FOR THE MONTHS OF
NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER
Calendar of Events
BAPTISM CLASS AT HOLY TRINITY
Parents and Parents-to-be: If you are not registered,
please do so prior to the class. The Baptism Class is
offered to registered members of Holy Trinity.
SAVE THE DATE: April 17, 2016
Holy Trinity Golf Tournament
THERE WILL BE NO BAPTISM CLASS
IN DECEMBER
Please call the parish office at 497-4200 to sign up.
Holy Trinity Altar Guild Needs More
Handmaids of the Lord
The Altar Guild needs more parishioners to ensure that the Holy Trinity masses and the
Blessed Sacrament Chapel are “pleasing in His eyes”. Help is
needed and the Altar Guild may be your ministry. The Altar
Guild cleans and washes over 90 communion linens every week.
We ensure the Blessed Sacrament Chapel, the main Altar, the
offertory table, and the credence table is dressed with clean linens. Help washing the communion vessels and ensuring the
Sanctuary candle is full during adoration times are other duties.
We have also added the duties of decorating the Church and Altar for liturgical seasons and special Masses. “Do not be afraid”
Our Altar Guild coordinator will instruct and answer any questions you may have.
Contact Susan Kent at 210-748-0200 or email her at
[email protected].
Divorced and Separated Group
ADULT FAITH FORMATION
The next session of the Catholics Divorce Survival Guide
(CDSG) Video Program for Divorced & Separated will begin on
Thursday, January 7, 2016. This is a peer group ministry program presented by ministers who have personally experienced
Divorce and Separation.
Spring Bible Study
Meeting location: St. Teresa conference Room on the second
floor of the Faith Formation Center building.
Meeting time: 6:30 - 8:45 p.m. each Thursday for twelve weeks
Child Care: Sorry no child care will be available
Additional information regarding the CDSG Program can be
found at the web site www.CatholicsDivorce.com.
For registration, questions or more information, please contact
David - 473-1841 - [email protected]
Mary - 473-9608 - [email protected]
Dan -497-1704 - [email protected].
"The Bible is not meant to be placed on a shelf,
but to be in your hands, to read often - every day,
both on your own and together with others.”
Pope Francis
Bible Study begins in mid-January.
Join us as we study Galatians for 8 weeks.
· Mondays 6:30 to 8:30 pm
· Wednesdays 9:15 to 11:15 am
Visit www.holytrinitysat.org for more information.
Reflection ~ Follow the Peace
The more you open yourself up to God, the more He,
through the Holy Spirit, will guide your heart. The Holy Spirit is your advocate, your guide, in daily living.
The more you work to center your life on Christ and doing God's
will, the more sensitized to a feeling of peace you will become.
Let that feeling of peace, or the lack of it, be your guide. As a
general rule, when you are doing God's will you will find peace.
If you are not, peace will be fleeting or non- existent. While it is
true that God leads you through difficult times to form you and
strengthen your faith, through prayer and reflection you will
come to know if the struggle is leading you closer or further
away from God. Follow the peace.
" Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the
world gives do I give it to you. Do not let your hearts be troubled
or afraid."- (John 14:27).
Copyright 2014, (c) Vince Frese
For more resources visit DivorcedCatholic.org and vincefrese.com.
Endow study starting in January!
Join us for the next Endow study
Wednesday evenings
6:45pm – 8:45pm
Holy Trinity Banquet Hall,
Meeting Rm. A
For more information contact
Christina Orsborn
[email protected] /
The Young Adult Community
Who are we?
Y.A.C. is a ministry made up of Catholic Young Adults in
their 20s and 30s
from Holy Trinity, St. Mark, & St. Padre Pio.
The Young Adult Community seeks to deepen our relationship with Christ and His Church
by providing opportunities for fellowship, spiritual development, and service.
Ministry Contact Information
Coordinator: Eric Mejia
Phone: 210-497-4145 ext. 334
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.holytrinitysat.org/yac
or Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/yacsa
Join Holy Trinity's moms group
Mothering with Grace
We meet first and third Fridays of the month.
(except holidays)
9:30AM-11:30AM,
We are a group of moms working towards a closer relationship
with God. Moms who strive to ignite a passion for God in our
children and families. Moms who know we can't do it alone, support each other and need each other. Moms who band together for
spiritual growth, social activities, and service projects in an effort
to make a difference in this world, one tiny face at a time.
Please contact Emily Schuelke or Bridie Chaudoir
at [email protected]
if you are interested or would like more information.
COMUNIDAD HISPANA
El Apostolado de la Cruz nos ofrece un camino de vida que nos lleva a una transformación
constante como personas y católicos en el mundo de hoy. Vivir en el espíritu de esta obra, santificándola cada día, enaltecerá el reinado del Espíritu Santo a través del hombre para que florezca la santidad y el amor en el mundo.
El Apostolado de la Cruz invita a todos los Señores,
a una sesión informativa para conocer más de este ministerio, que se llevara a cabo:
El Jueves 14 de Enero del 2016 a las 19:00 hrs. en el salón del Banquet Hall de la Parroquia.
Para mayor información favor de comunicarse a los siguientes teléfonos:
▪Dr. Antonio Ramírez (210) 416-8004 ▪Estela Andonie (210) 838-8768
▪Alejandra Padilla (210) 360-9823 ▪Laura García (210)842-1809
[email protected]
Retiro de ACTS para Hombres
4 – 7 de Febrero, 2016
“…No Temas. Desde ahora
seras pescador de hombres.”
Lucas 5:10
Te invitamos a vivir un encuentro con Jesus
en el proximo retiro de ACTS para hombres
del 4 – 7 de Febrero, 2016,
en el Centro de Retiros de Cordi Marian.
Inscripciones: lunes, 11 de enero, 2016 de 6:00 a 8:00 PM
Frente las puertas del salon de banquetes de la iglesia.
El taller de oración y vida nos enseña a orar por medio de
múltiples y variadas formas empezando desde las más simples
hasta llegar a la contemplación.
"APRENDER A ORAR PARA APRENDER A VIVIR"
El taller es una verdadera escuela de vida y por medio de la
palabra de Dios y su meditación nos vamos librando de miedos
angustias tristezas y como resultado aumentamos nuestra fe.
11 de enero de 2016 de 18:45 a 20:45
Holy Trinity Banquet Hall
Entrada libre
Costo del retiro: $175 Se require un deposito inicial
no reembolsable de $25.
Informes: Oscar Centeno ~ 210 389 8587
Mayores informes:
Julio Cervantes – (210)383-3614
Ernesto Brux – (843)730-3134
Para Taller en la manana - Lunes
Marichuy Garcia Moreno
210-803-2608
Gracias a estas bellas damas de nuestro estudio de la
Biblia en español por su ayuda en el festejo anual de
Senior Luncheon
Solemnidad de la Inmaculada Concepción de Maria,
Misa de acción de gracias por el curso de biblia
“La Virgen Maria y la Biblia”
y consagración al Inmaculado Corazón de Maria
Con agradecimiento especial a nuestro
Padre Oscar por su apoyo en este evento
8 de diciembre de 2015
HIGH SCHOOL & MIDDLE SCHOOL
Every Monday
7- 8:30pm
in the Banquet Hall!!
All Middle School Students
are welcome!!!
Lifeteen
For High School Students
(Incoming 9th to outgoing 12th)
Sunday nights after the 5:30pm Lifeteen mass.
Please join us in the Faith Formation Bldg., upstairs for
dinner and a Lifenight.
This is a gather, proclaim, break and send format.
We gather as a group spend time
Together and learn about the Catholic Faith.
We will meet over the summer,
Except Labor Day Weekend.
1 year of Lifeteen (with excellent attendance)
is needed before entering Confirmation
For information on any of our Middle school events
Or If you are interested in helping with Middle School
Youth Ministry please contact 210-497-4145
Caitlyn at [email protected]
Renee at [email protected]
HELP NEEDED VOLUNTEER!
CALLED TO SERVE THE YOUTH OF OUR CHURCH
It takes a special heart to serve middle school in
Faith Formation throughout the school year.
For more information and to see pictures of our events
Check out our Youth Website:
http://www.holytrinitysatyouth.org
Now registering for Lifeteen Summer Camp
Join us for a faith filled week paired with fun in the beautiful mountains of Georgia.
This week is life changing and an awesome way to grow closer to Christ.
Camp is $525 plus airfare. Deposit of $125 due to reserve spot.
Limited spots available, so don’t delay in registering.
High School: June 20-25 or July 18-23 (Incoming 9th to outgoing 12th)
Middle School: July 3-8 (Incoming 6th to outgoing 9th)
Please come by the Faith Formation Building to sign-up or emailRenee at [email protected]
COMUNIDAD HISPANA ~
Estudiantes de Secundaria para Confirmación
De Holy Trinity
Les damos la bienvenida a todos los Estudiantes de Secundaria
para prepararse a recibir el Sacramento de Confirmación. Consiste este año con la buena participación en el grupo de Lifeteen los Domingos de 6:30 – 8:30pm (incluyendo la cena y
compañerismo) entre los meses de Agosto y Mayo.
Necesitamos que todos los jóvenes que participan estén registrados. Lo puede hacer en nuestra página de internet
www.holytrinitysatyouth.org y completar el proceso. Por favor
pasen a la oficina de la Preparación de la Fe a firmar sus papeles y a pagar la tarifa. El segundo año de Confirmación está
abierto para aquellos que hayan completado los requerimientos del primer año. Para preguntas o ayuda por favor contacten
a Renee Kunz (210) 467-4145 [email protected]
COMUNIDAD HISPANA
Atención Padres de familia.
Si su hijo o hija participa en el Grupo de Jóvenes en
español los jueves por la noche, por favor venga a la
oficina de la Formación de la fe de la parroquia, a la
brevedad posible. Necesitan completar y entregar la
hoja de registro necesaria para que el/ella participe en
este programa.
La hoja de registro también puede ser bajada de la
página web del Ministerio de Jóvenes de la parroquia
http://www.holytrinitysatyouth.org/
Gracias por apoyar a sus hijos en su camino de fe.
Upcoming Events...
December Dates-At-A-Glance
Dec. 24
Dec. 21, 22, 23
Dec. 28, 29, 30
Children’s Christmas Eve Mass
No Class: Christmas Break
No Class: Christmas Break
Dec. 24th - Children’s Christmas Mass
The Children’s Christmas Eve Mass & Pageant will be
celebrated on December 24th at 4:00pm.
Jan. 4, 5, & 6 – Spring Classes Begin
Elementary classes will resume on Monday, January 4th,
Tuesday January 5th, & Wednesday, January 6th. Remember that a parent/guardian must sign their child in and out
of their class. Please do not drop off your child without
signing him or her in.
Jan. 25, 26, & 27 – First Communion Workshop
The First Communion Parent/Child Sacrament Workshop will be
held on January 25th, 26th & 27th during regular class times in
the upstairs Gathering Area. This workshop is for those preparing
for their First Communion this Spring.
Level 1 Online Courses Now Available
Dec. 21-23 & 28-30 – No Class
Merry Christmas! There will be no
classes beginning
Monday, December 21st thru Wednesday, December 30th
to honor & celebrate the birth of our savior, Jesus Christ.
All boys and
nd girls ages 9 to 14 are
invited to participate in the 2016
Knights of Columbus Free Throw
Championship. The local
competition will be held on
Friday, January 9th 2016 from 10am
to 1pm at the Rolling Hills Catholic
School / Antonian Middle School at
Rolling Hills
Address: 21240 Gathering Oak,, San
Antonio, TX 78260.
The Archdiocese of San Antonio is now offering Level 1
Catechist Formation courses online. If you are interested in
registering for these classes please contact Kristin or Eric
in the Faith Formation Office: (210) 497-4145.
There is no cost to compete and there is
a winner in every age group. Please see
a Knight of Columbus member after all
masses on the 27th of December
2015 a
and the 3rd of January 2016 for
early registration and additional
ear
information.
Pl
Please
Contact Vincent Lewis
K of
o C Youth Activities Director
210-995-5127
COMMUNITY NEWS & EVENTS
The Khaki & Plaid Gala,
which raises funds to help more children
receive the gift of a Catholic school education,
will be held Saturday, January 23, 2016 at the
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center.
Additionally, the Homecoming Court Nominees
are working hard to win the crown and build up
HOPE tuition assistance funding.
SONTERRA ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY
DR. BRYAN ROACH D.D.S.
“Wisdom Teeth, Implants and Cosmetic Facial Procedures”
210-494-2005
1202 E. Sonterra Blvd., Ste. 801 • San Antonio
New Patients Welcome!
Parishioner
REAL ESTATE is my PASSION, SERVICE is my OBSESSION.
VICTOR YONG, Realtor®, GRI
(210) 273-5075 [email protected]
How may I help you...? To Buy or Sell YOUR HOUSE?
Permiteme Ayudarte a Comprar o Vender TU CASA
Free Market Analysis - Asesoria gratuita
16719 HUEBNER RD., B4, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78248
PARISHIONER
Senior L
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Style
Residential
Commercial
Rentals
Lots
ASSISTED LIVING & MEMORY CARE
COMMUNICATE ATTITUDE
RELIABILITY RESPECT EXCELLENCE
21802 ENCINO COMMONS
210-483-9999
STONE OAK
• O
OPEN DAILY
ILY WITH CONTIN
CONTINUOUS
TINUOUS SERVICE
• PRIVATE ROOMS FOR ALL CELEBRATIONS!
• ROOM EQUIPPED WITH SCREEN/PROJECTOR
• GLUTEN FREE MENU • DAILY LUNCH SPECIALS
• HAPPY HOUR / PATIO
www.franklinpark.org
20079 STONE OAK PKWY
(210) 494-0561
DOMINION
22211 INTERSTATE 10 FRONTAGE RD.
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(210) 698-9700
WWW.ALDACOSRESTAURANTS.COM
TORRES REMODELING
381-7647
Room Additions • Crown Molding
Tile • Sheet Rock Repairs
Painting • Decks
Betsy Dippo Agent
19190 Stone Oak Parkway #112
San Antonio, TX 78258
Off: (210) 496-FARM
Fax: (210) 491-0371
Toll Free: (888) 316-3276
State Farm Insurance Companies
Home Offices: Bloomington, Illinois
INSURANCE AGENT
Cell: 469-471-5172
Service: 281-812-9775
“I shop your rate so you don’t have to”
“Te cotizo entre las mejores aseguradoras y te ofrezco la mejor opcion”
HOME • AUTO • FLOOD • COMMERCIAL • LIFE
www.SernaInsurance.com
13457 Blanco Rd. • San Antonio, TX 78216
Cowboy Cleaners
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497-8691
DR. PATRICIA GOMEZ DINGER - Parishioner
Board Certified Adult and
Pediatric Allergy & Immunology
For Fine Dry Cleaning & Laundry
Pick-Up & Delivery Service
Parishioner
5959 Northwest Parkway
San Antonio, TX 78249
ROD
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The 3 Pillars of Lifelong Health
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and Development Programs • Excellent Benefits
• Flexible, Full time and Part time schedules
Find out more @ www.atentojobs.com
DONALD W. BUCKNER, D.D.S., P.A.
ERIC D. KUHL, D.D.S., P.A.
FAMILY DENTISTRY
Office Hours By Appointment
15321 San Pedro, #104
496-1711
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HJ Horticulture
COMMERCIAL, HOA’S & RESIDENTIAL INSTALLATIONS
210-499-ITCH (4824)
Planting a Seed for a Greener Tomorrow
www.mysaallergist.com
Lane Bishop, Parishioner
LANDSCAPING & IRRIGATION
2 Locations: 540 Madison Oak Dr. Ste 210
210-264-4130
[email protected]
5000 Schertz Pkwy Bld. 400 Ste 400
MCCI Medical Group Legacy Place
Senior Focused
Primary Care
On Site Lab
EKG’s
Minor Procedures
Bi-Lingual Staff
Free Activity Center
Seniors 55+
Yoga, Zumba
Lunch & Learns
Educational Series
Birthday Parties
New Medicare Patients Welcome!
Legacy Place 18414 U.S. Hwy. 281 N, Ste. 104
San Antonio, TX 78259
(210) 495-0222
For ad info. call Michael Casas at 1-800-950-9952 • www.4lpi.com
Holy Trinity, San Antonio, TX.
D 4C 05-0443
ZAVALA LANDSCAPE
& GARDEN DESIGN
[email protected]
210.568.0459
210.844.0459
Tree and Lawn Maintenance
Landscape Designs
Retainer Walls and Walkways
Flower Beds , Sprinkler Repair & Installation , Mulch & Soil
~ SE HABLA ESPAÑOL ~
PERFECTION ROOFING CO.
All Types of Roofing & Repair
Residential • Commercial
Ad Good for $25 Disc.
Free Estimates
210-822-3434
Don Winters
695-1497
Colon &
Rectal Surgery
and Colonoscopy
Senior Living with Style
INDEPENDENT LIVING ASSISTED LIVING
COMMUNICATE ATTITUDE
RELIABILITY RESPECT EXCELLENCE
210-404-1444
www.franklinpark.org
MARCOS MEDICAL CARE
San Antonio Recovery Center
YOLANDA MARCOS, MD, FACP
Exceptional Treatment for Substance Abuse
Board Certified • Internal Medicine
RESIDENTIAL
RESIDE
DENTIAL TR
TREATMENT
T PR
PROGRAMS • INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT CARE
510 Med. Court Ste. 210
210-494-4290 • www.marcosmedical.com
5806 Culebra • San Antonio, TX 78228 • 210-432-3700 • www.rusober.com
Raul Ruelas, Owner/Parishioner • Karen G. Ruelas LPC, Parishioner
Saturday Hours Available • Parishioner
GETTING IRS NOTICES?
Need help with income tax problems?
Call for a Free Tax Resolution Consult
Childcare Your Way
• Mon-Fri 6:30am-9:30pm
• Saturday 8am-6pm
• Drop In 2:30-9:30pm
210-670-9700
“Inspiring Minds for a World of Possibilities”
Una Escuela Bilinue Para un Nino Moderno
Infants - 11 years
Full-Time, Part-Time, MDO
Licensed Tax Practitioners
Stone Oak: 210-481-9172
Hollywood Park: 210-701-8461
In Business Since 1990
TCT Tax Service | [email protected]
9107 Marbach Road Suite 104, San Antonio, TX 78245
Serrano OB/Gyn
CENTER FOR
MINIMALLY INVASIVE
CARDIAC SURGERY
CARMELO OTERO, M.D.
Cardiac - Peripheral
Vascular and
Thoracic Surgery
210-615-6626
225 E. Sonterra Blvd., Ste. 201
Parishioner
GOURMET HOME STYLE COOKING
FOR ANY OCCASION
TINA ZIMMERMAN
Chef & Parishioner
210-789-0298
Christopher Serrano,
M.D., F.A.C.O.G.
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210-545-7700
Monitor Your System Today!
Installations and Service of
• Burglar System • CCTV Systems
• Access Control Systems
• Voice, Data, and Internet
$16.95
Q Security Systems
Per Month
1-877-835-7115
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Roger Pastrano, Parishioner
• Machine Rentals
• Non-Alcoholic Slushes
• Assorted Flavors
(210) 269-8893 (210) 497-3962
Sally Romo-Parishioner
REALTOR®
Se Habla Español
www.serrano-obgyn.com
20726 Stone Oak Pkwy.
Ste. 101
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Sisters Care at the Village Non-Medical In-Home services Ministry
Looking for: Strong, Dependable, Individuals to be a part of a Premier team.
Caregivers, Male Caregivers, PRN Caregivers, Housekeepers.
Assisting Older Adults with: Light Housekeeping • Transportation • Bathing • Meal Preparations
Contact us or Visit for Immediate Application and Consideration
David R. Seguin,
Must: Clear background check / 1 yr. Exp. In field / Reliable transportation / Proof of auto insurance
D.D.S., M.A.G.D.
4707 Broadway • San Antonio, TX 78209 • Ph: 210-733-9800 Lic.# 011872
Cosmetic & General Dentistry
Master, Academy of General Dentistry
www.sallyromo.com
(210) 861-6838
[email protected]
Your Stone Oak Specialist
For ad info. call Michael Casas at 1-800-950-9952 • www.4lpi.com
Daisy Ramirez-Estrada, MD
Board Certified Family Medicine
(210) 497-2338 • Med1st.com
Accepting New Patients * Parishioner
Se Habla Español
26112 Overlook Pkwy, Suite 1100 • San Antonio, TX 78260
Holy Trinity, San Antonio, TX.
C 4C 05-0443
TX LARGEST INDEPENDENT AGENCY
10 Minutes for 20 Quotes – Home & Auto
18503 Sigma Rd, Ste 109, San Antonio, TX 78258
More Options • Better Coverage • Better Price
PHIL DELGADO / 210.899.3800 / [email protected]
Lowering Mortgage Payments for Homeowners & Brokers • Parishioner
• Commercial & Residential
• Plumbing Repairs
• Sewer Camera & Video
Lic # M-18234
210-699-0818
Liliana Meeker, DDS
Root Canal Specialist
Hank Bussey, PT, DPT, MS, OCS
Gabriel Molina, PT, MPT, MBA, CMT
Stephanie Bussey, PT, MPT
210-494-8022
Parishioner - Se Habla Español
335 E. Sonterra Blvd., Suite 100
San Antonio, TX 78258
www.meekerendo.com
Stephen W. Dinger, DO
(Parishioner)
Tel: 210.495.7246 (PAIN)
Fax: 210.495.7245
ELISA’S PET SITTING
www.backpainsa.com
~ Parishioner ~
Locations: Schertz • Stone Oak • Dominion
Call us today to make and appointment!
“Serving all of your pain management needs”
(210) 481-2207
Long D ai ly Wa lk s
When you’re away
your pets will play
FREDERICK R. ZLOTUCHA
Roger Schmidt
Attorney at Law
(210) 788-1532
[email protected]
(210) 227-9877
Protecting Catholic families since 1882
222 Main Plaza East • San Antonio, TX 78205
Trial, Probate, Family Law, Personal Injury, Real Estate,
Bus Lit., Med. Mal., Contract, Oil & Gas - General Practice
Life Insurance • Long-Term Care
Annuities • Disability
Admitted To Texas State Bar 1978
Free Initial Consultation
G
Dry In
One Hour!
GILLETTE Air Conditioning & Heating
Family Owned & Serving South Texas for Over 50 Years
Commercial • Residential • Industrial • Boilers
We Service All Central Systems
TACLA #762C
735-9235
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Parishioner owned & operated
Environmentally Safe • Free Estimates
Mention this ad and save 10%!
(210) 659-8986
www.heavensbest.com
SUNSET NORTH FUNERAL HOME
Mark Garza, Manager
495-7770
910 NORTH LOOP 1604 EAST
Between Stone Oak Parkway and Highway 281
Jimmy Tirres, CLU, LUTCF, FIC
LIFE INSURANCE • ANNUITIES
[email protected]
Office: 210-829-0029 • Mobile: 210-313-7679
For ad info. call Michael Casas at 1-800-950-9952 • www.4lpi.com
Holy Trinity, San Antonio, TX.
B 4C 05-0443
MONIQUE BORDELON PROUSE
“AV” RATED, HIGHEST POSSIBLE PEER RATING
WILLS, BUSINESS DISPUTES, PERSONAL INJURY
FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION
www.TeamBordelon.com
[email protected]
(210) 483-5000
1846 N. Loop 1604 W. Suite 205
San Antonio, TX 78248
www.sacatholicprofessionals.com
Honesty, Professionalism and Experience!!
Your Goals Are My Job Description,
Please call me for a Free Consultation!
Happy to be here, Proud to Serve.
We offer Biblically
Responsible Portfolios
19230 Stone Oak Parkway, Suite 315 • San Antonio, TX 78258
Rosario Crutchfield: 210-535-1151
Eric Zeitler AIF®, CRPS®, CMFC®
CONTRIBUTING PARISHIONER
Se Habla Español
www.RosarioC.com • [email protected]
Private
Privat Wealth Manager - Parishioner
• Complete
Co
Retirement & Financial Planning
Personalized Risk Based Investment Management
• Pe
and Retirement Plan Professional
• 401K
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advisory services offered through Sigma Planning Corporation. Client Centric
Wealth Management is independent of Sigma Financial Corporation and SPC.
Find out more at:
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STONE OAK OFFICE (210) 627-9000
VISIT: www.ronsalazarlaw.com
Preferred, REALTORS
Let’s Visit
210-807-7599
San Antonio Catholic
Business Professionals
Ron Salazar - Parishioner
Parishioner*Realtor
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www.ccwmgmt.com
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(210) 251-4838
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Nursing & Rehab choice
for over 20 years
16400 Blanco Rd
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210-408-1212
www.regentcare.biz/movie
(5 miles north of 1604)
Dee Garcia
210-861-3124
[email protected] | Active Parishioner since 1997
Let’s work together to Buy, Sell or Invest for your
“Dream Home In Texas”
1102 E. Sonterra Blvd. • San Antonio, TX 78258
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Kelly Zeitler SGS, CHRS
Parishioner
Heat Check for $54.95
19230 Stone Oak Parkway
Suite 315
San Antonio, TX 78258
Winter Safety Reminder:
Carbon Monoxide is colorless, odorless, and tasteless.
Let us check your home today to make sure you are safe.
We are now providing free estimates for attic installation.
BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY!
210-888- 4 559
Group and Individual
Health, Dental, Life
and Supplemental
Insurance
(210) 495-3555
11725 Warfield, San Antonio, TX
Max Gardiner
Owner
Parishioner 25 years
www.AirCare-SA.com
Guy Kukla
Members of the San Antonio Catholic Professionals
Lic# TACLB017367E & TACLB64480E
Parishioner 17 years
Music Minister
President
Health Care Reform Certified
[email protected]
Auto Repair and Collision
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The dentist you choose does make a difference.
Plumbing, Heating &
Air Conditioning, Inc.
Call us, or go online to find out more
about the services we provide!
Residential • Commercial • Industrial • Institutional
Mech Lic #M-17583: TACL#A19546C
CLARENCE R. FELLER JR., DDS, MAGD
15440 Tradesman • 210-493-7057
Serving San Antonio Since 1956
Parishioner since
1989
• most insurance accepted & filed
• early morning & lunch hours
• financing with carecredit®
17201 SAN PEDRO, SUITE 130, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78232 | 496-1919 • WWW.FELLERSMILES.COM
For ad info. call Michael Casas at 1-800-950-9952 • www.4lpi.com
Holy Trinity, San Antonio, TX.
A 4C 05-0443