Mass Schedule in English SATURDAY SUNDAY

5:00 pm 7:30 am, 9:00 am, 10:30 am, and 6:00 pm

WEEKDAYS

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 7:00 am and Tuesday 5:30 pm

Horario de Misas en Español

SÁBADO DOMINGO 7:00 pm 12:15 pm

DÍAS DE LA SEMANA

Martes 7:00 am (Arroyo Grande) Viernes 7:00 pm (Océano)

Rev. José Alberto Vázquez PASTOR

Rev. Phil Vincent Dumanacal VICAR

Deacon Greg Dutra

MISSION STATEMENT

As a Christ—centered family, rich in tradition and cultures, we are called to live God’s Word by

welcoming, loving and serving all people as we joyfully witness, worship and grow in our Catholic Faith.

DECLARACIÓN DE NUESTRA MISIÓN Como una familia centrada en Cristo, rica en

tradición y culturas, estamos llamados a vivir la palabra de Dios acogiendo, amando y sirviendo a toda la gente al tiempo que celebramos con alegría, damos

testimonio y crecemos en nuestra fe católica.

ST. PATRICK’S CATHOLIC CHURCH

So too, you also must be prepared, for at an hour you do not expect, the Son of Man will come.

También ustedes estén preparados, porque a la

hora que menos lo piensen,

vendrá el Hijo del hombre

501 Fair Oaks Avenue, Arroyo Grande Mailing: P.O. Box 860, Arroyo Grande, CA 93421

Telephone: 805-489-2680 Fax: 805-489-1316 Website: www.stpatsag.org

FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT - DECEMBER 1, 2019 MARK YOUR CALENDAR

DECEMBER 16-24 Christmas Novena Masses Page 5

DECEMBER 5 El Padrecito’s Christmas Fundraiser Page 5

DECEMBER 9 Holy Mass with Healing Page 3

DECEMBER 9-10 Advent Retreat Page 7

DECEMBER 15 The Giving Tree Page 4

PROGRAMA DE LAS FIESTAS DE LA VIRGEN DE GUADALUPE

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CHECK THE CHURCH CALENDAR FOR MORE UPCOMING EVENTS

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BV - Fr. Beto Vázquez VD - Fr. Vince Dumanacal GD - Deacon Greg Dutra MG - Fr. Masseo Gonzalez

EJ - Fr. Ed Jalbert AV - Fr. Alphonse Van Guilder CA - Seminarian Christopher Arriaga AB - Seminarian Abraham Barrera

INITIALS INDICATE PRESIDING PRIEST

SUNDAY DECEMBER 1, 2019 BV 7:30 AM † Hortensia Villanueva † Jim Mitten † John J. Reilly BV/AB 9:00 AM † Ivan Betita † Bob & Colleen McLean † Joseph Souchek VD/AB 10:30 AM Sp. Int. Norma Lyke (BIRTHDAY) VD 12:15 PM (SPANISH) Int. Esp. Jose Ignacio Rodriguez † Edwin Rodriguez † Zolia Diaz EJ 6:00 PM Sp. Int. Leona Wahl (FOR HER HEALTH) † Colleen Rodriguez

MONDAY DECEMBER 2, 2019 MG 7:00 AM † Manuel & Angie Silva † Alberto Oxonian

TUESDAY DECEMBER 3, 2019 CA 7:00 AM (SPANISH) Servicio de Comunion VD 5:30 PM † Edward Baker † Alberto Oxonian

WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 4, 2019 VD 7:00 AM † Alberto Oxonian

THURSDAY DECEMBER 5, 2019 VD 7:00 AM † Alberto Oxonian

FRIDAY DECEMBER 6, 2019 VD 7:00 AM Sp. Int. Gines Pangia † Bill & Gigi Senna † Alberto Oxonian BV/VD 7:00 AM (SPANISH) † Samuel Corona Perez (OCEANO)

SATURDAY DECEMBER 7, 2019 TK 5:00 PM Living & Deceased Members of the Nelson-Grant Family † Concettina & Sam Sarullo VD 7:00 PM (SPANISH) † Alberto Oxonina

SUNDAY DECEMBER 8, 2019 VD/GD 7:30 AM For the Deceased Members of the Crotty Family † Alberto Oxonian TK/GD 9:00 AM Living & Deceased Members of the Knights of Columbus † Frank Montesinos † Eva, Sue & Don Vincent TK 10:30 AM Sp. Int. Bob Taylor † Hector Barroso III † Americo & Lena Como BV 12:15 PM (SPANISH) Disponible VD 6:00 PM Sp. Int. Leona Wahl (FOR HER HEALTH)

“You . . . must be prepared,

for at an hour you do not expect,

the Son of Man will come.”

— MATTHEW 24:44

“Ustedes estén preparados,

porque a la hora que menos lo

piensen, vendrá el Hijo del hombre”.

— MATEO 24:44

TODAY’S READINGS FIRST READING: All the peoples shall stream toward the Lord’s house (Isaiah 2:1-5). PSALM: Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord (Psalm 122). SECOND READING: It is the hour to cast off the dark and clothe ourselves in the light (Romans 13:11–14). GOSPEL: Stay awake! Be prepared! The Son of Man will come when you least expect (Matthew 24:37-44). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved.

READINGS FOR THE WEEK MONDAY: Is 4:2-6; Ps 122:1-9; Mt 8:5-11 TUESDAY: Is 11:1-10; Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17; Lk 10:21-24 WEDNESDAY: Is 25:6-10a; Ps 23:1-6; Mt 15:29-37 THURSDAY: Is 26:1-6; Ps 118:1, 8-9, 19-21, 25-27a; Mt 7:21, 24-27 FRIDAY: Is 29:17-24; Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14; Mt 9:27-31 SATURDAY: Is 30:19-21, 23-26; Ps 147:1-6; Mt 9:35 - 10:1 SUNDAY: Is 11:1-10; Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17; Rom 15:4-9; Mt 3:1-12

LECTURAS DE HOY PRIMERA LECTURA: Todas las naciones confluirán hacia el monte del Señor (Isaías 2:1-5). SALMO: Qué alegría cuando me dijeron: “Vamos a la casa del Señor” (Salmo 122 [121]). SEGUNDA LECTURA: Ya es el momento de que se despierten del sueño (Romanos 13:11-14). EVANGELIO: Velen, pues, y estén preparados para la venida del Hijo del hombre (Mateo 24:37-44). Salmo responsorial: Leccionario Hispanoamericano Dominical © 1970, Comisión Episcopal Española. Usado con permiso. Todos los derechos reservados.

LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA LUNES: Is 4:2-6; Sal 122 (121):1-9; Mt 8:5-11 MARTES: Is 11:1-10; Sal 72 (71):1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17; Lc 10:21-24 MIÉRCOLES: Is 25:6-10a; Sal 23 (22):1-6; Mt 15:29-37 JUEVES: Is 26:1-6; Sal 118 (117):1, 8-9, 19-21, 25-27a; Mt 7:21, 24-27 VIERNES: Is 29:17-24; Sal 27 (26):1, 4, 13-14; Mt 9:27-31 SÁBADO: Is 30:19-21, 23-26; Sal 147 (146):1-6; Mt 9:35 - 10:1 DOMINGO: Is 11:1-10; Sal 72 (71):1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17; Rom 15:4-9; Mt 3:1-12

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Marriage/Bodas & Quinceañeras Call for an appointment with the pastor six months prior to ceremony. Hablar con el padre mínimo seis meses antes

de la ceremonia. Se requiere el sacramento de primera comunión para poder registrar a la quinceañera.

No Excepciones.

Infant Baptism Parents and godparents are required to attend a

pre-baptismal class before registering their child. Please call the parish office to obtain dates

and to sign up for the classes.

We thank you for celebrating the Holy Eucharist with us this weekend. If you are new to the area and are considering St. Patrick’s Church as your parish family,

please complete the registration form on page 5 or on our website and place it in the collection basket or bring it to the church office.

CONFESSIONS

Every Saturday, starting at 3:30 pm in the church, or by appointment. Se habla español.

ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT

Every Friday from 12:30 pm to 5:30 pm in the chapel.

PARISH CENTER PHONE: (805)489-2680 FAX: (805)489-1316 HOURS: MONDAY-TUESDAY & THURSDAY-FRIDAY 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM & 1:15 PM - 5:00 PM WEDNESDAY 1:15 PM - 6:00 PM

Rev. Jose Alberto Vazquez, Pastor Rev. Phil Vincent Dumanacal, Vicar

Deacon Greg Dutra

PARISH STAFF AND MINISTRIES Unless otherwise noted, all phone numbers are 805-489-2680

EXTENSION NUMBERS

10...RECEPTIONIST (HABLA ESPAÑOL) Chantelle Siordia 12...PARISH SECRETARY (HABLA ESPAÑOL) Corie Taylor 14...HISPANIC MINISTRY COORDINATOR (HABLA ESPAÑOL) Andrea Torrejon 15...COUNSELING, GRIEF SUPPORT / MARRIAGE PREPARATION Terri Bledsoe, L. C. S. W. and Spiritual Director 16...ADMINISTRATION Cristina Curzi 28...HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH AND CONFIRMATION Rachel Kovach 31...OUTREACH (HABLA ESPAÑOL)

Katie Hilton, Anita James, Margot Ochoa, Lynnette Borgman 33...CHILDREN’S RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Stacy Huck 37...JUNIOR HIGH AND ALTAR SERVERS’ MINISTRIES Denise Barcus MUSIC (LEAVE MESSAGE AT OFFICE) Kathy Rietveld RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (R. C. I. A.) & ADULT CONFIRMATION Jerri Fife 805-489-2680 SENIOR ADULT MINISTRY (LEAVE MESSAGE AT OFFICE)

John and Dee Mass ST. PATRICK’S SHAMROCK THRIFT SHOP Penni Menno (Manager) 805-481-0612 ST. PATRICK’S SCHOOL (PRESCHOOL-8) Maureen Halderman (Principal) 805-489-1210

COLECTA DEL DOMINGO SUNDAY OFFERINGS

November 24, 2019 $11,167.00 Electronic Donations: $1,661.70 Local Needs: $80.00 Church Repairs: $150.00

NEEDED TO MEET WEEKLY BUDGET: EL PRESUPUESTO DE CADA SEMANA ES DE:

$15, 716.00

Bishop’s Annual Ministry Appeal Diocesan Goal $54,000.00 Pledged $80,018.00 Paid $79,422.84 Participants 221

Received back to date: $25,422.84

SAVE THE DATE

HOLY MASS WITH HEALING Monday, December 9, 2019

at 12:00 pm The celebrant will be Fr. Beto Vazquez.

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You may call the parish office at 489-2680 to place a person’s name on the prayer list.

Usted puede llamar a la oficina parroquial al 489-2680 para dar el nombre de la persona que necesite oración.

+Pray for the following who have asked for our prayers +Orar por la sanación y bienestar de los enfermos y

aquellos que necesiten nuestras oraciones: Pray for the souls of the recently departed

and their families and friends who are grieving: Orar por nuestros hermanos que fallecieron recientemente y

sus familias y amigos que están sufriendo:

“Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them; and may the souls

of all the faithful departed rest in peace. Amen”

† Charles Van Blaricom † John Reilly

Luis Ramirez Preciado Mary Nuzback Scott Hunstad Maria Chavez

Jose Ignacio Rodriguez Jose Perez

Liturgical Environment Ministry Corner Week One: Hope Sunday, Dec. 1 - Saturday, Dec. 7

Over the four weeks of Advent the Body of Christ is asked to

reflect on the virtues of Hope, Peace, Joy and Love. Your local

Environment Ministry invites you to reflect on these virtues

as represented by the candles on our Advent wreath/banners.

The color purple is used to represent spiritual awareness,

wisdom, tranquility. Thousands of years ago, the faithful held

fast to the prophecies that the Messiah would arrive, and

they ardently hoped that God would fulfill His promises to

them. The first week of Advent honors that longing and can

inspire us to contemplate His coming in our lives daily and at

the end of time.

PISMO BEACH / 5 CITIES ROTARY presents its:

7TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS MOVIE

December 14, 2019 at 10:15 am Fair Oaks Theatre

1007 E. GRAND AVE, ARROYO GRANDE, CA 93420

Admission: Non-Perishable Food Item or Unwrapped Toy

Come have your photo taken with Santa and his elves!

· Doors open 9:30 am · Donations of food go to St. Patrick’s Outreach

and toys go to Boys & Girls Club

THE GIVING TREE

Dear St. Patrick’s Parishioners,

This year, when choosing an ornament off The Giving Tree, please keep in mind the children ages 10-12 years old, which happens to be our largest group. Gift cards are a great idea for the older kids. Thank you to everyone for helping to brighten a child’s Christmas. We appreciate your generosity and kindness and could not do this without your support.

Sincerely, Kelly Matosich

FAITH FORMATION CATECHIST NEEDED

The Faith Formation Program is in need of a 3rd Grade catechist. We are using the “Blest Are We” series.

The program meets on Tuesdays 4:00-5:15, at St. Patrick’s School. If you are considering becoming a volunteer,

please be advised that you must be fingerprinted. For additional information, please contact

Stacy Huck at 805-489-2680 ext. 33.

YOUTH GROUP CALANDAR December 1st | Mass & Prayer Reflections

Deck the Youth Center Halls!

Join us as we decorate our Youth Center for the

Christmas season as well as share our favorite tra-

ditions and enjoy some classic Christmas movies.

December 4th | Saint Nicholas, the true story!

Come join us as we discover who the true Saint

Nicholas was as well as share stories about the

saints we admire most.

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Are you a divorced Catholic who is interested in knowing about the annulment process? There is hope! Pope Francis

has made the annulment time less lengthy because he wishes those in need to be able to be married in the church. We are

here to help you understand and navigate this process. Please call Jerri Fife @ 489-2680 for more information.

JOIN US FOR OURVERY FIRST

CHRISTMAS NOVENA MASSES! Christmas is in the air! All are invited to join in our first ever St. Patrick’s Simbang Gabi, or Misa de Gallo or Misa de Aguinaldo or Christmas Novena Masses. The theological thrust of Simbang Gabi is to cherish the spirit of Advent not only in our individual and personal preparation, but also in our preparation as a community, as a family of God united in worship, in prayer, and in sacrifice. It is a gift of sacrifice as we wake up early in the morning, alter our regular day’s rhythm, to bring our intentions to the altar of God together with our brothers and sisters. Within the ritual of Simbang Gabi, children will process to the altar bringing an offering of an empty manger, mantle, vigil candles, and flowers; advent song is sung simultaneously. We’ll create a home for Jesus; changing the face of refusal of the first Christmas. Simbang Gabi originated from the Missa Aurea (golden Mass) practiced by the Roman Catholic Church. Please bring you family and friends…

Concelebrated Masses, December 16-24 5:00 am at the Church – Rosary 5:30 am at the Church – Mass

In the silence of our hearts… The mystery of his love transforms us.

Centering Prayer and Lectio Divina may be a method of prayer to deepen your relationship with God. Our parish Centering

Prayers meet in unison every Tuesday in our chapel from 10:00 am to 10:30 am followed by Lectio Divina (conversing

with God in Scripture) from 10:30 am to approximately 11:15 am in meeting room #3.

EVERY THURSDAY @ 5:30 PM IN MEETING ROOM #3 THERE ARE EVENING CENTERING PRAYER GATHERINGS.

CENTERING PRAYER/LECTIO DIVINA BROCHURES ARE AVAILABLE IN THE VESTIBULE.

THE ROSARY IS PRAYED IN THE CHAPEL EVERY SATURDAY AT

4:15 PM BEFORE THE 5 PM MASS. JOIN US!

ST. PATRICK’S PARISH ARROYO GRANDE, CA

Please submit this completed registration form to the Parish Office. We will enter your family in our Parish Register. Llene su solicitud de registro y entréguela a la Oficina Parroquial. Nosotros pondremos la información en los Archivos Parroquiales.

New Registration | Nueva Inscripción Name | Nombre : Address | Dirección : City | Ciudad : Zip | Código: Telephone | Teléfono:

I would like to volunteer for | Me gustaría ser voluntario(a) en:

I would like information about becoming Catholic. Me gustaría recibir información para convertirme en Católico.

I would like information about | Me gustaría información de:

Check here if you wish to receive contribution envelopes. Marque aquí si desea recibir sobres para donaciones.

Request Envelopes | Petición de sobres:

Address/Telephone number change Cambio de Dirección/Numero Telefónico:

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RECORDAR

Te invitamos a honrar a un ser querido fallecido o devoción especial por la Iluminación de una vela perpetua en el vestíbulo. Nuestro devocional de vela tiene 12 velas perpetuas en la fila de atrás. Su

intención se colocará en un marcador de su vela. Favor de pasar por la oficina parroquial para reservar tu vela.

(devoción 1 mes / $50.00)

Todas las velas están disponibles diarias.

RECUERDO CON FLORES Recordar una persona especial o una ocasión

¡con un donativo floral!

Su tributo en flores ayudará a mejorar nuestro ambiente litúrgico y honrar la memoria de una

persona especial o la ocasión. Su recuerdo se colocará en el boletín del fin de semana de su solicitud. Todo

lo que se recaude irá al cuidado de nuestro espacio de adoración litúrgico. Los sobres están disponibles en

el vestíbulo. Por favor llene toda la información solicitada en los sobres, ponerla en la canasta o

traer a la oficina parroquial.

(Donación sugerida $25.00)

ADORACIÓN AL BENDITO SACRAMENTO

El santísimo esta expuesto cada Viernes en la capilla de la iglesia

en Arroyo Grande, de las 12:30pm a las 5:30pm.

PROGRAMA DE LAS FIESTAS EN HONOR

A LA VIRGEN DE GUADALUPE

Martes, 3 de Diciembre | Gela Gómez Océano: 6:30pm Rosario, Misa y convivio

Miércoles, 4 de Diciembre | Familia Martiñon Océano: 6:30pm Rosario, Misa y convivio

Jueves, 5 de Diciembre | Encuentro Matrimonial Océano: 6:30pm Rosario, Misa y convivio

Viernes, 6 de Diciembre | Jalisco Océano: 6:30pm Rosario, Misa y convivio

Sábado, 7 de Diciembre | Oaxaca Arroyo Grande: 6:30pm Rosario, Misa y convivio

Domingo, 8 de Diciembre | Familia Arévalo Océano: 6:30pm Rosario, Misa y convivio

Lunes, 9 de Diciembre | Guanajuato Océano: 6:30pm Rosario, Misa y convivio

Martes, 10 de Diciembre | Centro América Océano: 6:30pm Rosario, Misa y convivio

Miércoles, 11 de Diciembre | Familia Banda Arroyo Grande: 6:30pm Rosario, Misa y convivio

Jueves, 12 de Diciembre | Comunidad de Charo Arroyo Grande: 5:00am Misa y convivio

7:00pm Misa y Convivio

ÚNASE A NOSOTROS POR PRIMERA VEZ

MISA DE GALLO EN LA IGLESIA DE SAN PATRICIO

¡Navidad esta en el aire! Todos están invitados a unirse a nuestra primera Simbang Gabi de San Patricio, o Misa de Gallo o Misa de Aguinaldo o Misas de Navidad Novena. El objetivo teológico de Simbang Gabi es apreciar el espíritu de Adviento no solo como individuo y preparación personal, pero también en nuestra preparación como comunidad, como familia de Dios unida en adoración, oración y sacrificio. Es un regalo de sacrificio cuando nos levantamos temprano en la mañana, alterando el ritmo de nuestro dia normal, para llevar nuestras intenciones al altar de Dios junto con nuestros hermanos y hermanas. Dentro del ritual de Simbang Gabi, los niños iran al altar llevando una ofrenda de un pesebre vacio, un manto, velas de vigilia y flores; canción de adviento se canta simultáneamente. Crearemos un hogar para Jesus; cambiando la cara de rechazo de la primera navidad. Simbang Gabi se origino de la Missa Aurea (Misa de Oro) practicada por la Iglesia Catolica Romana. Por favor traiga a su familia y amigos …

Misas concelebradas: 16 - 24 de Diciembre del 2019 5:00 am en la Iglesia | Rosario

5:30 am en la Iglesia | Misa

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December 9 & 10, 2019 | Saint Patrick’s Church

ADVENT RETREAT GIVEN BY FR. MATT PENNINGTON

“Advent can be Hope, Peace, Joy & Love”

“Whenever I think of Advent, my mind immediately descends to the endless responsibilities required in preparation of Christmas. Presents need to be purchased, cards need to be addressed, there are social gatherings and parish responsibilities that must be attended to. For many years, Advent represented a towering stack of obligations and ‘to do’ lists. Recently, I have come to appreciate the fact that the weeks of Advent are intended to be a retreat preparing us to celebrate the birth of Jesus and preparing ourselves for the second coming. Advent actually means “coming.” It has taken me awhile to let go of the million and one pre-Christmas tasks and stop to pray, reflect, cultivate gratitude and consider the spiritual ramifications of this time of year. Consequently, I am inviting you to join me as the Saint Patrick’s Catholic Community enjoys a mini-retreat in Advent. I will be celebrating a daily Mass on Monday and Tuesday, December 9th and 10th. The Eucharistic liturgy will be followed by a short ‘Breaking Open the Word,’ in your parish hall. And on those same two evenings we will gather together in the church for an evening prayer. These days are meant to refresh the soul and re-orient the mind into the true meaning of Advent. Please join me, Father Matt Pennington as we sing together, pray together and reflect on the ordinary miracles of the God who lives amongst us.”

About Fr. Matt Pennington: Fr. Matt Pennington is the Pastor of Nativity of our Lady Catholic Community in San Luis Obispo, Ca. He is a graduate of Norte Dame University and is a contributing writer to Today’s Liturgy Magazine. Father Pennington published this year a book of reflections entitled Journal of a Country Priest.

RETREAT SCHEDULE MONDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2019

Morning Mass 10:00 am Hall for Reflection Time 10:30 am Evening Prayer Service 6:00 pm

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2019

Morning Mass 10:00 am Hall for Reflection Time 10:30 am Evening Mass in Church 5:30 pm Evening Prayer Service 6:00 pm

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