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527 South Houston Avenue | Humble, Texas 77338 | Tel (281) 446-8211 Fax (281) 446-8213
www.st-mm.com
ARCHDIOCESE OF GALVESTON-HOUSTON
St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church
Served by the Missionary Society of St. Paul
Clergy: Rev. Felix Ilesanmi Osasona, M.S.P., Pastor | Rev. Andrew Toyinbo, M.S.P., Parochial Vicar | Deacon Rene Ramon Deacon Rick Simon | Deacon Olatunde Branche | Deacon Nick Caruso (Retired) | Deacon James Meshell (Retired)
We are one family in Christ with a welcoming heart called to serve. Somos una familia en Cristo con un corazón acogedor llamado a servir.
BAPTISMParents requesting baptism for their child must call the parish offi ce two months prior to the de-sired month of baptism. There are no baptisms during Lent or Advent.
BAUTISMO:Padres que quieran bautizar a sus hijos deben de llamar a la ofi cina por lo menos 2 meses antes de la fecha del bautismo. No hay bautizos durante la Cuaresma o el tiempo de Adviento.
MARRIAGECouples interested in marriage at St. Mary Magdalene must contact the offi ce at least six months prior to their desired wedding date.
MATRIMONIOParejas interesadas en casarse en Santa María Magdalena deben contactar a la ofi cina por lo menos seis meses antes de su fecha preferida de matrimonio. Por favor llamen a la ofi cina para información.
ANOINTING OF THE SICKPlease call the parish offi ce if you or a loved one wish to receive the sacrament of the anointing of the sick.
UNCIÓN DE LOS ENFERMOS:Por favor llame la ofi cina si usted o algún ser querido desea ser ungido.
SACRAMENTAL CAREOFFICE HOURSMonday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
WEEKEND MASSESSaturday: Vigil: 5:30 p.m. (English)Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, & 11:00 a.m.; 5:00 p.m. (Youth)Sábado: 7:00 p.m. (Misa de Víspera en Español)Domingo: 1:00 p.m.
WEEKDAY MASSESMonday - Friday: 8:30.m. (English)Martes: 7:00 p.m. (Misa en Español)1st Friday Devotion Mass: 8:30 a.m.1st Saturday Devotion Mass: 8:30 a.m.
RECONCILIATION (CONFESSION)Tuesday: 6:00 p.m.—6:45 p.m.Saturday: 3:30 p.m.—5:00 p.m.
EUCHARISTIC EXPOSITION & ADORATIONMonday - Friday: 9:00 a.m.—9:00 p.m.
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JOIN OUR PARISH FAMILYWelcome to St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church! Are you a registered parishioner?
Becoming an active parishioner begins when you register with the parish. Please stop by the Welcome Ministry table in the narthex to pick up a welcome packet. Alternatively, come by the church offi ce if you would like to register during the week.
The Blessed Sacrament will NOT be Exposed Monday, September 3rd in observance of Labor Day.
Adoration will resume the following Tuesday.
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Clergy Rev. Felix Ilesanmi Osasona, M.S.P., [email protected]. Andrew Toyinbo, M.S.P., Parochial Vicar [email protected] Rene Ramon [email protected] Rick Simon [email protected] Olatunde [email protected] Deacon Nick Caruso (Retired) [email protected] James Meshell (Retired)[email protected]
AdministrationWanda Conley, Business/Facility [email protected] Bueno, [email protected] Zamarrón, Parish [email protected] Mendoza , Communications Coordinator [email protected] Gonzales, [email protected] Swanson, [email protected]
Faith FormationMichael Smith, Pastoral Associate for [email protected] Herrington, Coordinator of Elementary Formation [email protected] Lucarini, Coordinator of Youth [email protected] J. Grebenc, Director of Adult [email protected] Cortez, Director of Hispanic [email protected] na Martinez, Formation Secretary [email protected]
Community OutreachChris Rubio, Director of Family Life & Social Concerns [email protected]
MaintenanceJorge Acosta, Maintenance [email protected] Garcia, Maintenance TechnicianEster Castro, [email protected]
CHURCH STAFF
Nursery Staff Pat De Los Santos, Director of Early Childhood [email protected]
ST. MARY MAGDALENE CATHOLIC SCHOOL
530 Ferguson St. Humble, Texas 77338Phone: (281) 446-8535 | Fax: (281) 446-8527 www.smmcs.org
Joshua Raab, [email protected]
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Church Staff Continued
Music and LiturgyPerci Cacanindin, Director of Music & [email protected] Bibens, Pianist Kathy Yoo, Pianist
TIME & TALENT MINISTRIES
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MASS / LITURGYART & ENVIRONMENTJean Johnson - (281) 358-3416June Domengeaux - (281) 852-2555ALTAR GUILDShirley Jones - (281) 852-0670ALTAR SERVERSVickie VanGordon - (832) 496-9876Jimena Farfán (Esp.) - (832) 513-0812EXTRAORDINARY MINISTERSOF HOLY COMMUNIONFreda Monk - (281) 852-7257German Pereira - (281) 703-2418INSTITUTED ACOLYTERon Cecil - (281) 590-7528MINISTERS OF HOSPITALITYBert Guempel - (281) 852-1549Nelly Fernandez (Esp.) - (832) 405-2735LECTORSDenise Ruffi no - (281) 300-8534Francisco Saldaña (Esp.) - (832) 875-3116CHILDREN’S LITURGY OF WORDJennifer Loveless - (580) 475-8566Raquel Serrano (Esp.) - (832) 790-0058MUSIC MINISTRYPerci Cacanindin - (281) 446-8211Yvette Rodriguez - (281) 548-1674
DEVOTIONSEUCHARISTIC ADORATIONYolanda Vuelvas - 281-777-6188LEGION OF MARYBarbara Rivera (Eng.) - (281) 913-9631Violeta Amador (Esp.) - (832) 571-6391GRUPO DE ORACIÓNHoracio Garcia (Esp.) - (281) 808-1647HEARTS AFIRECynthia Meneses - (832) 492-1742
STEWARDSHIPTom Kleypas - (281) 852-7937
ORGANIZATIONS
KEENAGERS (60+)Barbara Walker - (281) 852-4103 YOUNG AT HEART (50+)SENIOR TRAVEL GROUPJan Crawford - (281) 852-3508
RED HAT SOCIETYJo Smith - (281) 381-9892KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUSCOUNCIL 6878Tony Butera, Grand Knight - (832) 279-7072COLUMBIAN SQUIRESChief CounselorTom Andrews - (713)-376-2044CATHOLIC DAUGHTERSRosa Herrera – (281) 687-5823 MOVIMIENTO FAMILIAR CRISTIANOEvaristo y Linda Estrada - (832) 244-9908
FORMATION ADULT FORMATION, MINISTRIESADULT CONFIRMATION,BECOMING CATHOLIC (RCIA) OPENCCE/FORMATION, INFANT BAPTISMMike Smith - (281) 446-2933ELEMENTARY FORMATION (K-5)Ginger Herrington - (281) 446-2933PREPARATION FOR THE SACRA-MENT OF MARRIAGEChris Rubio - (281) 446-8211YOUTH MINISTRY (6-12)Nery Lucarini - (281) 446-1241JÓVENES EN ACCIÓN POR CRISTOAna Maria Ortega - (713) 405-0652ACTS RETREAT COORDINATIONAlex Fuentes - (832) 423-0739Roxana Fuentes - (832) 723-8748
MINISTERIO HISPANOFormación de fe para adultos, sac-ramentos de confi rmación y comu-nión, el proceso de rica, patroci-nadores de matrimonio, bautismo de niños de 0-6 años, quinceañeras. Vickie Cortez - (281) 446-8211
OUTREACH MINISTRIESPARISH SOCIAL MINISTRYChris Rubio - (281) 540-1907Food Pantry, Eviction and Utility
ASSISTANCE COUNSELING SERVICES (Consejeria) REJOICE COUNSELING APOSTOLATE ( 844) -295-3167 PRISON MINISTRYMary Hernandez - (713) 299-8493HOSPITAL MINISTRYDeacon Ola Branche (713)– 870- 4143HOMEBOUND MINISTRYLinda Enloe - (281) 389-1820RESPECT LIFE MINISTRYTeresa O’Brien - (919) 623-5343([email protected])BLOOD DRIVERosa Herrera - (281) 687-5823BEREAVEMENT MINISTRYMadeline Graham - (281) 446-8044NURSING HOME MINISTRYHumble Health Center, Oakmont & Park Manor, Deerbrook Nursing HomeMonica Fontenot - (281) 913-5221ALCOHOL AND DRUG ABUSEDarril B. - (281) 852-4230Wayne B. - (281) 777-9217Florentino V. - (832) 605-1881Susan G. - (281) 813-0575PRAYER CHAIN MINISTRYRon & Ann McCuen - (281) 852-4743([email protected])Lucia (Lucy) Martinez 915-503-35331 CHURCH INITIATIVERon McCuen - (281) 852-4743PRAYER QUILT MINISTRYJan Crawford - (281) 852-3508Kathy Burch - (281) 812-9374HELPING HANDS MINISTRYJan Crawford - (281) 852-3508LITTLE DRESSES FOR AFRICADottie Gauthier - (337) 344-2461
OTHERSMOTHER'S DAY OUTPat De Los Santos - (281) 446-8211FALL FESTIVAL COMMITTEEPauline Brown Chair - (832) 338 - 9657 PASTORAL COUNCILElizabeth Chapman - (281) 782 - 3579FINANCE COUNCILBert Guempel - (281) 852-1549
PASTOR'S WEEKLY MESSAGE
20th Sunday of the Year, B, August 19, 2018
My fl esh is true food
The sixth chapter of the gospel of John is a masterpiece of the theology of the Eucharist. St. John puts this in the context of the Passover, a feast that had evolved from a combination of two Jewish celebrations: the exodus liberation from Egypt and the celebration of the barley harvest known as the Feast of the Unleavened Bread. In the Passover celebration, the people recall God’s actions in protecting them from the Egyptians and providing manna for them to eat in the desert. The feast was in thanksgiving to God for his salvation and his providence.
In the Eucharist, Jesus, our Passover lamb invites us to feed on him so that we may truly have life. He is the bread that nourishes and sustains us much more than the manna in the desert. He said: “I am the living bread that came down from heaven; whoever eats this bread will live forever; and the bread that I will give is my fl esh for the life of the world.” Jesus gave his life for us and his blood was poured out for us on the cross of Calvary. At Mass, we recall this self-giving of Christ for our salvation. As we partake in the Eucharist, we follow Christ’s injunction to eat of his body and drink of his blood. The Eucharist is real food and drink and the real Jesus in his humanity and divinity. While the people were wondering what Jesus meant by giving his fl esh to them to eat, Jesus emphasized that his fl esh is real: “For my fl esh is true food and my blood is true drink. Whoever eats my fl esh and drink my blood remains in me and I in him” (John 6:54).
When we honor an invitation for a banquet, we always go prepared for the feast. Often time we dress well, fast a little so that we would enjoy every meal that is served. This should be true for our Sunday worship and Eucharistic celebration and reception. The invitation of Jesus for us to eat his fl esh and drink his blood so that we may have life requires some preparation on our part. “To prepare for worthy reception of this sacrament, the faithful should ob-serve the fast required in their Church. Bodily demeanor (gestures, clothing) ought to convey the respect, solemnity, and joy of this moment when Christ becomes our guest” (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1387).
St. Paul urges us to examine our conscience: “Whoever, therefore, eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty of profaning the body and blood of the Lord. Let a man/woman examine him/her-self, and so eat of the bread and drink of the cup. For anyone who eats and drinks without discerning the body eats and drinks judgment upon himself” (1Cor. 11:27-29). As we partake of the Eucharist, we must also allow its meaning to refl ect in our lives. The one we received poured out his life for our sake. Accordingly, we will participate fully in the benefi ts of the Eucharist only to the extent that we imitate, in all aspects of our lives, the generosity and unselfi sh-ness that we see in the life and death of Jesus himself.
Pastoral Council Discernment: Next Sunday 26th of August, we will be discerning six new members to be members of the pastoral council at 2:30 pm in Room 215. I am so glad that we already have thirteen parishioners who have been nominated for the vacant positions. Kindly pray for the discernment process next week that the new members will be strong and committed to the vision of our parish.
Serra Club NE Houston: Members of this wonderful group will be speaking after all Masses next weekend to recruit parishioners to join the club. This is an excellent group of Catholics that strive to promote vocations in our archdio-cese and beyond through their prayers and activities. They also promote vocation to holiness in their own lives and families. I ask for more participation of our parishioners in this club.
Have a blessed week!
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Collections for August 12thOffertory $20,521.60
Online Giving $7,541.02
Total $28,062.62
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Miko & Perci Cacanindin (SPI)Thi Thuy
Roel Mireles †Isiah Starry †Maria Marta Guerra †
Patricia Cacanindin (SPI)Matthew, Clarence & Hasting Rachel †
Ricardo Tamayo †Thelma Moltavo †
Renato Rinoza †Juan Canesa (SPI)
Thomas Donovan †Ismael & Eva Rios †Gina Garcia (SPI)Alcadio Vazquez †
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STEWARDSHIP
Second Collection – Infi rm Priests
Offertory $6,546.84Online Giving $1,980.00Total $8,526.84
Diocesan Services Fund (DSF)
2018 Goal $165,000.00Amount Pledged $135,548.24
Amount Paid $110,061.91Total Participants 358
Next Weekend's Second Collection
Missionary Society of St. PaulMSP has more than 200 priests all over the world and more than 120 seminarians in Nigeria. Thank you for your generous gift to the MSP. Please indicate MSP on your check.
Please stop by the parish offi ce and reserve the date and time for your intention.
Reserve a Mass
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Javier Canales †Mary Helen Padilla †Karen Wilde †Roy Domengeaux †Adele Randazzo †Enya Angeles †Nickolas Resendez †Salma Gomez †Pat Bertrand †Elizabeth Mc Lellan †
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Flower DonationDonations for fl owers in remembrance of a deceased, an anniversary, or any special day will be accepted only for the feast and solemnities of the church. These dates are November 1, All Saints Day, November 2, All Soul's Day, November 25, Our Lord Jesus Christ King of the Universe, and December 8, Immaculate Conception of the Bless-ed Virgin Mary. Your donation of $75 is appreciated as it helps defray the cost of the fl owers. A two-week notice is advisable for the honored to be placed in the Sunday bulletin.
Larry Kirchner †
THIS WEEK IN THE PARISHDate Event Time PlaceSunday, August 19 KC Breakfast After Morning Masses FLCSunday, August 19 KC All Day Event 8 am MGHMonday , August 20 Keenagers (55+) 8 am MGHMonday , August 20 Grupo de Oracion/Coord. Mtg. 7 pm SJHTuesday, August 21 Cub Scout Troop 1610 6 pm SMHTuesday, August 21 Confessions 6 pm ChurchTuesday, August 21 Grupo de Oracion 7 pm FLCTuesday, August 21 Legion of Mary Mtg. 7 pm 101Wednesday, August 22 Talleres Oracion y Vida 10 am SJHWednesday, August 22 KC Meeting 3 pm MGHWednesday, August 22 Girl Scout Troop 118025 7 pm 106-109Wednesday, August 22 Legion de Maria 7 pm LibThursday, August 23 Encuentro 9:30 am SJHThursday, August 23 Room Parent Meeting 6 pm SMHThursday, August 23 Parish Choir Practice 7 pm ChurchThursday, August 23 Talleres Oracion y Vida 7 pm SJHThursday, August 23 Campaign Committee Mtg. 7 pm CRFriday, August 24 Steps for Students Kick off Assembly 8:30 am FLCFriday, August 24 Legion de Maria Mtg. 10 am SJHFriday, August 24 Coro Abba Padre 6 pm ChurchSaturday, August 25 Grupo de Oracion/Nueva Vida 7 am MGHSaturday, August 25 Confessions 3:30 pm Church
*FLC: Family Life Center * MGH: Mc Givney Hall * SJH: St. Joseph's Hall * Lib: Library School*MH: Magdalene House *CR: Conference Room * SMH: St. Mary's Hall
Serra InternationalAugust 25- 26 After all the Masses
St. Mary Magdalene is part of the Ser-ra Club Northeast of Houston’s area that includes six parishes. The Serra Club meets for a program meeting with excellent guest speakers on the fourth Monday of the month at Italiano’s Restaurant in Humble. Ser-ra is an organization that promotes vocations in the Catholic Church and encourages and affi rms voca-tions to consecrated religious life. We invite you to become an active participant in the vocational efforts of Serra.
Members of Serra Club Northeast of Houston will be available after all the Masses on August 25- 26 to an-swer questions and provide additional information. Additionally, we invite you to contact Bob and Arlane Sponaugle, VP of Membership, at [email protected] or [email protected] for additional information.
For information about Serra Clubs, please visit: https://serra10.com/serra-club-northeast
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Couples Celebrating Their 25th & 50th AnniversaryHis Eminence Daniel Cardinal DiNardo will celebrate the silver wedding anniversary Mass for those who are com-memorating their 25th Anniversary years of married life.The Celebration for the couples that are celebrating their 25th years of sacramental marriage will take place on Sun-day, September 16, 2018, at 3:00 pm, at the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart located at 1111 St. Joseph Parkway in Houston.
Registrations will close on August 24, 2018. The Mass for the couples celebrating 50 years of sacra-mental marriage will be held on Sunday, October 21, 2018, 3:00 pm, at the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart located at 1111 St. Joseph Parkway in Houston.
Deadline for registration is September 30, 2018.
Register: www.archgh.org/weddingjubilee
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CCE / FORMATION & YOUTH MINISTRY NEWS
Looking for Catechists: If you are a confi rmed Catholic who loves your faith and likes kids, we need your help to help shape the future! We need cate-chists, someone to share their faith with others, to help teach during our “school-year” CCE program (September - April). We offer three sessions per week, Sunday afternoon, 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., Tuesday night, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. and Wednesday night, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. and each one needs 50+ adult cate-chists to staff the classrooms fully. This would not be possible without amazing people. Would you be one of them? Trainings are scheduled for August 26, 28 and 29 as well as September 4, 5 and 9. Classes be-gin the week of September 16th. Please contact Mike Smith for more details.
Fall 2018 “Sacrament Orientation”: If your child attended the 2-week “Summer Study” CCE program this June and they need preparation for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist, please plan to attend a very important Sacrament Orientation Meeting on Monday, August 27th at 6:00 p.m. in the Church. We will review guidelines, calendars, and answer questions. You will also be able to purchase the sacrament book for $25, cash or check. At least one parent must attend this session; stu-dents are welcome to come.
Quince Años Information Meeting: Do you have a student interested in celebrating a Quinceñera in 2019 - 2020? Did you attend the July information meet-ing? If not, please plan to attend our next quinceañera information meeting on Saturday, September 15th from Noon - 2:00 pm in St. Mary’s Hall. We will have a presentation about parish guidelines and answer your questions. Please contact Nery Lucarini at 281-446-1241 or email her at [email protected].
Mike Smith, M.A. Ginger Herrington Nery Lucarini Pastoral Associate for Formation Coordinator of Elementary Formation Coordinator of Youth Ministry (281) 446-2933 (281) 446-2933 (281) 446-1241 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
CCE / Formation Registration: Our “regular” regis-tration was yesterday. If you missed one of our previous four registration events for the 2018 - 2019 catechetical year, you need to wait until the “late” registration win-dow. CCE classes begin the week of September 16th. The “late” registration window will open during the week of September 30th during our three CCE sessions. Parents, please make note that student absences will accrue during this delay. We will not register anyone in the Parish Offi ce. The “school year” program meets weekly on Sunday after-noons, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm, Tuesday evenings, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm, or Wednesday evenings, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm. Home-based Catechesis is also available. Registered families should bring a parish offering envelope so we can verify your parish membership status, you get these in the mail. NOTE: It is our policy that no one will be turned away due to an inability to pay CCE tuition. However, those families must speak with Fr. Felix before the family reg-istration Formation classes to get a waiver from him. You may contact him at [email protected] or 281-446-8211. We expect full payment of CCE tuition at the time of reg-istration. If you do not pay on the day of registration, we cannot guarantee there will be room for your child(ren).
2019 Confi rmation TEAM: We are looking ahead to next spring when we’ll kick off the 2019 Confi rmation process. If you are a confi rmed high school student, young adult, or adult and would like to help plan/implement the HS Con-fi rmation program, please plan to attend the fi rst Team meeting on Thursday, September 13 from 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. in St. Mary’s Hall. To receive text message updates for Team info, please text @conteam19 to 81010.
Text Message Reminders: We offer text message reminders, which can be sent straight to your cellphone / mobile device. Simply enter 81010 in the “To:” fi eld, and send the following message to register for specifi c messages for our programs. You can also download the Remind app from your cell app store.
2019 Confi rmation candidates / parents: @conf2019 2019 Confi rmation TEAM (plans and runs the program): @conteam19 2020 Confi rmation candidates / parents: @conf2020 2018 Archdiocesan Youth Conference: @smmayc 2018 - 2019 Sacrament Preparation (parents / students preparing for Confession / Communion): @prepfall or @prepspring High School Youth Ministry: @stmmHS Middle School Youth Ministry: @stmmJR
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CHILDREN’S NEWS AND ADULT FORMATIONCCE school year classes begin in September.
Visit the Elementary portion of the parish website for lots of important information and fun extras: www.st-mm.com/elementary. To see the CCE calendar for the year, please access: www.st-mm.com/cce-class-scheduleCatechists, you may access your lesson plans for the year on the Catechists’ Page: www.st-mm.com/for-catechists-only
Breaking Open the Word for Families for The 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time By Ginger Herrington
Reading 1: Book of Proverbs 9:1-6 Lady Wisdom cries out: forsake foolishness that you may live us to feed upon His Word and to drink of His Spirit. He promises the Spirit’s gifts of wisdom, understanding, counsel, fortitude, knowledge, piety, and fear of the Lord. Each gift helps us in our everyday lives. The gift of wisdom enables us to see ourselves as God sees us: beloved, made in His Image and Likeness. Understanding helps us to know God better, and therefore to see the difference between right choices and wrong choices. Counsel tunes us in to hear the Holy Spirit as He speaks to us in prayer and through the good advice and good example of other Catholics. Fortitude fi lls us with the courage to do the right thing. Knowledge opens us up to God’s love for us, so we can love Him. Piety inspires us to show faithful love and honor to God. Fear of the Lord clarifi es our vision of Him: greater and more wonderful than any created thing, so we should always put Him fi rst. Glorify the Lord with one another! Together let us all praise His name!
Reading 2: From the Letter of St. Paul to the Ephesians 5:15-20 Live wisely; try to understand the will of God. St. Paul exhorts the Ephesians to be cast off ignorance, to seek the Lord, and to live wisely. Rather than overindulging physical appetites, St. Paul suggests a different, more satisfying way of life which leads to true inner joy: prayer, sing-ing, thanking the Lord – making music to Him in the heart with gratitude and praise. Be fi lled with the Spirit, giving thanks always and for everything.
Gospel: John 6:51-58 Jesus told the people: “The bread that I will give is My fl esh for the life of the world.” Jesus’ message is so disturbing and confusing for this multitude! They took Him seriously, though. They did not think He was kidding or speaking symbolically or metaphorically. They knew that Jesus meant what He said – they simply could not understand what He was saying. They argued amongst themselves, seeking understanding of this puzzling pronounce-ment: “My fl esh is true food and My blood is true drink.” As Catholics, we take His words very seriously as well, for we know that His Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity are given to us in the Holy Eucharist. Remember that you receive Christ’s glorifi ed Body in Holy Communion, and as you consume the Host, He waits for you to look upon Him with love and to re-ceive the many graces He is ready to pour out upon you. Commune with Jesus when you receive Communion. Speak with the Lord who has so humbly offered Himself to you. Praise, bless, adore, glorify, and thank the Lord as you enter into Communion with Him.
Encouraging words from a saint: “Nothing, therefore, that happens to us - trouble or temptation or injury or torment or slander or anything else that could possibly happen to us – can or will disturb us. Rather, we are content and hold these things in reverence, refl ecting that they come from God and are given to us as good favors, not out of hatred but out of love.” – St. Catherine of Siena
HAVE YOU CONSIDERED BECOMING CATHOLIC?The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) Team invites you to join with others as we begin a journey in faith together. Adult Inquiry classes will begin soon. We will meet once a month for Summer, and then begin the period of Catechumenate in September 2018 with weekly classes. You will be preparing to receive Sacraments at Easter Vigil 2019.
YOU ARE INVITED TO BECOME A SPONSOR FOR RCIA!Would you enjoy supporting someone’s journey to becoming Catholic and receiving initiation sacraments? Become a sponsor for an adult or child This call does not require you to be a theologian, but to be a spiritual companion, serving our community of aspiring Catholics. Please call 281 446-2933 for information.
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WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS
FESTIVAL OF MINISTRIESCOMING SEPTEMBER 8 & 9!
Living in Gratitude!
Stewardship comes down to personal decisions about how we each live, and how we each will respond to God’s gifts based on our experience, self-knowledge and the call of God’s Grace.
Turn Cultural Values Upside Down – Stewardship is NOT the Church asking for money “AGAIN”. It is what we vowed to do when we were baptized – share all of God’s gifts to enable God’s work to be done on earth.
Life of a Christian Steward – Sharing fi nancially is a small part of the commitment. Christian Stewards receive so many gifts from God so these are nurtured and shared abun-dantly with everyone.
Choices – Christian stewards regard success and a high stan-dard of living as secondary to a life of generosity, hospitality, and personal and Godly relationships.
We Give Thanks for God’s Blessings – When responding to God’s generosity the stewardship question is not “should I do these things” but rather, “how much can I do”.
The Decisions are OURS to make!
The Festival will be held after all Masses SEPTEMBER 8& 9 in the Family Life Center.
BECOME INVOLVED IN YOUR PARISH LIFE!
PASTORAL COUNCILSunday, August 26 at 2:30 p.m. we will meet to discern new members.
The primary purpose of the Pastoral Council is to be a consultative body for the pastor. Members of the Council strive to represent the needs and hope of all the people of the parish.
Membership Requirements:Be in full communion with the Catholic Church;Have demonstrated a commitment to the parish community; Be willing to commit themselves to skills development as part of the Christian leader-ship process; Be willing to commit the necessary time and energy to offer effective consultation; Be free of familial relationships with other Council Members; Be registered in the parish for two years; Be committed to spiritual growth.
Our Pastoral Council meets on the 4th Thursday of each month (except July) from 7 – 9 p.m. Please contact Elizabeth Chapman with any questions or to nominate yourself or someone else in the Parish, [email protected].
PART-TIME MUSIC & LITURGY COORDINATOR NEEDED St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church Humble, TexasFor more information contact Perci Cacanindin. Please send resumes to [email protected] 10
Join Our Parish Choir Season begins on August 23, 2018The Parish Choir is seeking new members especially male singers. The Choir Season 2018-2019 begins on August 23, 2018.The Music Ministry is also looking for new cantors or song leaders for the weekend Masses.Please call Perci at the parish offi ce or email him [email protected]
St. MARY MAGDALENE SOCIAL SERVICES Telephone: 281-540-1907With your support, we are able to help those in need of food, clothing and other forms of assistance. You are eligible only if you live in the immediate Humble area. Days & Times of Service:Monday 9:30 a.m. — NoonWednesday 9:30 a.m. — NoonFriday 9:30 a.m. — Noon
We will always serve individuals and families in need. Donations of nonperishable foods can be dropped off at the food pantry Monday, Wednesday and Fri-day from 9:30 am to 12 pm or at the Parish Offi ce, Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Please do not leave your donations at the church.
ALTAR SERVER & MC TRAININGSaturday, September 15th at 9:00 am – 11:30 amCalling all NEW & Returning Altar Servers! There is a training for Altar Server & MC Training Saturday, September 15th at 9:00 am – 11:30 am. All Parents are required to attend the fi rst 45 minutes for an information meeting.
If you are currently an Altar Server or MC you are required to attend annually for refresher train-ing! If your child would like to become an Altar Server and has made their 1st Holy Communion and is at least in the 2nd grade, please plan on attending.
If you have any other questions, please email Vickie VanGordon at [email protected] or call (832) 496-9876.
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Our Mother’s Day Out Program is now taking registrations in the Parish Offi ce Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
During Sunday Mass 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.Children must be 3 months to 4 years old. Tuesday & Thursday7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Children must be 3 months to 9 years old.If you have any questions please contact Pat De Los Santos, Nursery Director, [email protected] or 281-446-8211.
WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Nursery Care is Free During Masses
NORTHEAST CATHOLIC SINGLES: A MINISTRY FOR SINGLES AGES 40 AND OLDERWednesday, August 22 at 7 pmCulver’s Burgers, 331 Northpark Kingwood
Come talk, eat and drink. For more information, contact Elizabeth Schields at 281-441-2552 or [email protected]. Peggy Broyles at 281-359-4560 or [email protected].
Subscribe to us on Flocknote at St. Martha’s or St. Mary Magda-lene’s website.
SERRA CLUB NORTH-EAST OF HOUSTON: MONTHLY DINNER AND MEETINGMonday, August 27, 2018
6:30 pm Social, 7:00 to 8:30 pm Dinner and Program
Italiano’s Restaurant, 217 FM 1960 at Bypass Road East in Humble, Texas
The cost for dinner is $15.00 per personRSVP: Eileen Benvegnu | eileenbenvegnu@
yahoo.com | (713) 826-4943
Serra Clubs foster and promote vocations to the priesthood and religious life; encourages and affi rms vocations to the consecrated life and nurtures the spiritual growth and forma-tion of its lay members. To fi nd out more about this organization, go to https://serra10.com PPAA 9 20 8 ||
www.st-mm.com
The Best of Italy (LB) – Globus Journeys Land Tour
May 15 – May 25, 2019 Air departure – May 14, 201911 Day Tour from Rome to Rome
Air not included – book through Globus or on your own$2,956.00 includes early booking discount
ROME, ORVIETO, TUSCANY, FLORENCE, VENICE, ASSISI, POMPEII, NAPLES, CAPRI & SORRENTO
Our original 28 seats have been fi lled. Globus will allow us ad-ditional seats on a fi rst come fi rst served basis until all seats are fi lled. For additional information and to reserve your seats, contact Jan Crawford at 281-852-3508 or [email protected]. Deposit due August 31, 2018 while seats remain available. Final payment is due March 2019.
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WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS
St. MARY MAGDALENE CATHOLIC SCHOOLIN NEED OF STUDENT TEACHERSSt Mary Magdalene Catholic School is looking for Student Teachers to work at our before and after school program.
The hours are 6:30 .m. – 7:40 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. If you are interested, please contact our director at 281-446-8535.
Contact us today to schedule your private tour. Open enrollment for the 2018/2019 is now available! Call today (281) 446-8535
Dear SMMCS Families,
First and foremost, we hope you all had a wonderful and restful summer break. The SMMCS faculty and staff are excit-ed and are looking forward to having an amazing 2018-2019 school year!
For more information please visit us at:https://smmcs.org/
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: Phil Kelley Council 6878 22nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament In Honor of Monsignor Paul Procella, Dec'dVenue: Oakhurst Golf Club, Porter, TexasDate: Saturday, October 6, 2018Format: 4 Person Scramble ($115/Player) (handicap system employed to keep all in contention)Schedule: 6:45 AM Breakfast & range balls 8:00 m shotgun steak lunch buffet and prize presentation fol-lowing the tournamentTitle Sponsors: Thomas Markle Jewelers [Memorial & The Woodlands] | Aegis Chemicals | Boars Head Premium Meats
Fabulous Prizes will be awarded to: 1st and 2nd Place Team Gross, 1st and 2nd Place Team Net, Longest Drive, Closest To Th e Pin, Door Prizes (Raffl e)
Sign up individually or as a team. Take some clients out for fun and help the Knights of Columbus raise money for charities benefi ting the Special Olympics, Scholarship Funds and various Local, State and Na-tional Charities. Limited openings! Don't wait! Sign up now!
Team Captain:___________________________________NAME/HANDICAP:1._____________________________________________2._____________________________________________3._____________________________________________4._____________________________________________Hole Sponsorships: Donation: $200 or more per hole sponsor (Attractive signs will be displayed @ tee) Sponsor Name: _____________________________________Sponsor Donation: __________________________________Checks payable to: Knights of Columbus Council #6878
Mail all forms and donations to Knights of Columbus Council #6878 c/o Doug Scherr, CFO at Valence Operating Co. 600 Rockmead Drive, Suite 200, Kingwood, TX 77339
General Tournament Information/Registration, please contact Mr. Doug Scherr Email [email protected] , Fax 832.644.7111 or by phone 281.728.8152
(Registration Donation is $115 per Player due in advance or during sign-in)
MENSAJE DEL PÀRROCO20º domingo del año, B, 19 de agosto de 2018
Mi carne es la comida verdadera
El sexto capítulo del evangelio de Juan es una obra maestra de la teología de la Eucaristía. San Juan pone esto en el contexto de la Pascua, una fi esta que se desarrolló a partir de una com-binación de dos celebraciones judías: la liberación del éxodo de Egipto y la celebración de la cosecha de cebada conocida como la Fiesta de los Panes sin Levadura. En la celebración de la Pascua, la gente recuerda las acciones de Dios al protegerlos de los egipcios y proporcionarles maná para que comieran en el desierto. La fi esta fue en acción de gracias a Dios por su salvación y su providencia.
En la Eucaristía, Jesús, nuestro cordero pascual nos invita a alimentarnos de él para que podamos tener vida ver-daderamente. Él es el pan que nos nutre y nos sostiene mucho más que el maná en el desierto. Él dijo: "Yo soy el pan vivo que descendió del cielo; el que come este pan vivirá para siempre; y el pan que yo daré es mi carne para la vida del mundo ". Jesús dio su vida por nosotros y derramó su sangre por nosotros en la cruz del Calvario. En la misa, recordamos esta entrega de Cristo para nuestra salvación. Al participar en la Eucaristía, seguimos el mandato de Cristo de comer de su cuerpo y beber de su sangre. La Eucaristía es comida y bebida real y el verdadero Jesús en su humanidad y divinidad. Mientras la gente se preguntaba qué quería decir Jesús al darles su carne para que com-ieran, Jesús enfatizó que su carne es real: "Porque mi carne es comida verdadera y mi sangre es bebida verdadera". El que come mi carne y bebe mi sangre, permanece en mí y yo en él "(Juan 6:54).
Cuando honramos una invitación para un banquete, siempre vamos preparados para la fi esta. Muchas veces nos vestimos bien, ayunamos un poco para que disfrutemos de cada comida que se sirve. Esto debería ser cierto para nuestra adoración del domingo y celebración y recepción eucarística. La invitación de Jesús para que comamos su carne y bebamos su sangre para que podamos tener vida requiere algo de preparación de nuestra parte. "Para prepararse para la recepción digna de este sacramento, los fi eles deben observar el ayuno requerido en su Iglesia. La conducta corporal (gestos, vestimenta) debe transmitir el respeto, la solemnidad y la alegría de este momento cuando Cristo se convierte en nuestro invitado "(Catecismo de la Iglesia Católica, 1387).
San Pablo nos pide examinar nuestra conciencia: "Quien, por lo tanto, come el pan o bebe de la copa del Señor indignamente, será culpable de profanar el cuerpo y la sangre del Señor". Deje que un hombre / mujer se examine a sí mismo, así que coma del pan y beba de la copa. Porque cualquiera que come y bebe sin discernir, será senten-ciado a un juicio. "(1Corintios 11: 27-29). Al participar en la Eucaristía, también debemos permitir que su signifi cado se refl eje en nuestras vidas. El que recibimos derramó su vida por nuestro bien. En consecuencia, participaremos plenamente y benefi ciarémos de la Eucaristía solo en la medida en que imitemos, en todos los aspectos de nuestras vidas, la generosidad y modestia que vemos en la vida y muerte del mismo Jesús.
Discernimiento del Concilio Pastoral: El próximo domingo 26 de agosto, discerniremos a seis nuevos miembros para ser miembros del consejo pastoral a las 2:30 p.m. en el Salón 215. Estoy muy contento de que ya tengamos trece feligreses que han sido nominados para los puestos vacantes . Por favor, recen por el proceso de discernimiento de la próxima semana para que los nuevos miembros sean fuertes y estén comprometidos con la visión de nuestra parroquia.
Serra Club NE Houston: Los miembros de este maravilloso grupo hablarán después de todas las misas del próximo fi n de semana para reclutar feligreses que quieran unirse al club. Este es un excelente grupo de católicos que se esfuerzan por promover las vocaciones en nuestra arquidiócesis y más allá a través de sus oraciones y actividades. También promueven la vocación a la santidad en sus propias vidas y familias. Pido más participación de nuestros feligreses en este club.
¡Que tengas una bendita semana!
Fr. [email protected] Page 13
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Fondos de Servicios Diocesanos (DSF)
12 de Agosto 2018Ofrenda $20,521.60Por Internet $7,541.02Total $28,062.62
Segunda Colecta – Colección para sacerdotes jubilados y
enfermosOfrenda $6,546.84Por Internet $1,980.00Total $8,526.84
Festival de MinisteriosDespués de todas las Misas el 8 y 9 de septiembre
¡Gracia y el regalo de uno mismo! El don de sí mismo es una com-binación de regalo de nuestro tiempo y nuestras habilidades, para Dios, nuestra parroquia, nuestros vecinos y nuestra comunidad. ¡Explora nuestros ministerios, renueva tu compromiso ministerial e inscríbete! Considere hacer un compromiso para involucrarse en la vida de su parroquia mientras disfruta de compañerismo.
Nuestro Comité de Mayordomía Parroquial planifi ca y ejecuta el evento anual de renovación y reclutamiento, "Festival de Ministe-rios".
ANUNCIOS DE LA SEMANAOFRENDAS DE
NUESTROS TESOROS
Meta $165,000.00Pagado $110,061.91Comprometido $135,548.24Participantes 358
Segunda Colecta
Sociedad Misionera de San PabloMSP tiene más de 200 sacer-dotes en todo el mundo y más de 120 seminaristas en Nigeria. Por favor, indique MSP en su cheque.Gracias por su generoso regalo al MSP.
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"Registro regular" para CCE:Nuestro registro "regular" fue ayer. Si se perdió uno de los cuatro eventos de inscripción para el año cate-quético 2018-2019, debe esperar hasta la ventana de registro "tardío". Las clases de CCE comienzan la sem-ana del 16 de septiembre. La ventana de registro "tarde" se abrirá durante la semana del 30 de septiembre durante nuestras tres sesiones de CCE. Padres, tengan en cuenta que las ausencias de los estudiantes se acumularán durante este retraso.No registraremos a nadie en la Ofi cina Parroquial. El programa "año escolar" se reúne semanalmente los domingos por la tarde, de 3:00 p.m. a 4:30 p.m., los martes por la tarde, de 6:00 p.m. a 7:30 p.m., o los miér-coles por la tarde, de 6:00 p.m. a 7:30 p.m. La catequesis basada en el hogar también está disponible. Las familias registradas deben traer su sobre de la parroquia para que podamos verifi car el estado de su mem-bresía parroquial, usted las recibe por correo.
NOTA: Nadie será rechazado debido a la imposibilidad de pagar la matrícula de CCE ... sin embargo, esas familias DEBEN hablar con el Padre. Félix ANTERIORMENTE a que la familia se inscriba en las clases de For-mación para obtener una . Puede contactarlo al [email protected] o al 281-446-8211.
ANUNCIOS DE LA SEMANA
Anuncio para Celebración de la Misa del 25 y 50 aniversario de bodas para el Boletín ParroquialLas Misa de Celebración de Aniversario en honor a las parejas que celebran sus bodas de plata (25th) y que contrajeron matrimonio por la Iglesia Católica llevará a cabo el día do-mingo 16 de septiembre en la Co-Catedral del Sagrado Corazón a las 3:00 de la tarde.Las inscripciones para esta celebración se cerrarán el 24 de agosto a la media noche.
Las Misa de Celebración de Aniversario en honor a las parejas que celebran sus bodas de oro (50th) y que contrajeron matrimonio por la Iglesia Católica, llevará a cabo el día domingo 21 de octubre en la Co-Cate-dral del Sagrado Corazón a las 3:00 de la tarde. Las inscripciones para esta celebración se cerrarán el 30 de septiembre a la media noche.
Todas las parejas inscritas con antelación y que asistan, o no, a la ceremonia, recibirán un reconocimiento especial fi rmado por su Eminencia Daniel Cardenal DiNardo.
Registro: https://www.archgh.org/weddingjubilee
Taller de Oración y Vida Para AdultosInicia: miércoles 22 de agosto de 10 am a 12 pm
Aprender a Orar para Aprender a Vivir. Te invitamos a profundizar en el conocimiento del Señor y de ti mismo, a través de esta experiencia personal. Aprende como adquirir fortaleza y recuperar el equilibrio emocional. Encuentra el “porque” de las cosas de tu vida. Recupera la alegría de vivir y el sentido de la vida. Conoce formas de orar que se adaptan a tu estilo personal de oración. Este es un modo nuevo de relaciones con Dios.
Dirección: Iglesia Sta. María Magdalena 527 S. Houston Ave, Humble TX 77338Para mas información llame a: Maricarmen Tusell al Tel (281)870-2423 o (281)904-0523.
CHURCH NAME AND ADDRESS St. Mary Magdalene Church #515133 527 S. Houston Avenue Humble, TX 77338
TELEPHONE (281) 446-8211
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