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Pastor Fr. Jeremy Leatherby
Deacon—Lawrence Klimecki
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Pastor—Fr. Stanley Poltorak
Deacons—Lawrence Klimecki & David Leatherby
Our Mission Statement To bring souls to the salvation which Jesus Christ has won for us, by our
proclamation of and witnessing to the splendor, beauty and fullness
of the Catholic Faith.
Parish Office | 8:30am-4:30pm Closed from 12:00pm-1:00pm
Fr. Stanley Poltorak [email protected]
Chris Garn [email protected]
916.481.7441 x200
Diana Jimenez | Bookkeeper [email protected]
Parish School Principal-Carrie Donahue 916.482.0351
[email protected] www.presentationschool.net
Religious Education Sidney Curry | 916.482.8883
Youth Ministry Vacant
Immaculata Coordinator Celeste Spitz | 916.923.8272
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4123 Robertson Avenue | Sacramento | CA 95821-0208
September 10th, 2017
Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
Mass Times: Saturday
8:30am | Vigil • 5:30pm
Sunday 8:00am | Family • 10:30am | Youth • 4:30pm
Weekdays 6:30am | 8:00am
Sacrament of Reconciliation:
Thursdays Saturdays 6pm 4pm
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Monday-Friday | 24 Hours A Day
‘There am I in the midst of them’
A Stranded Pilgrim, Love, and Justice
There is an old story about two pilgrims traveling to a monastery high up in the mountains of Tibet. A storm was approaching and they made their way as quickly as possible along the nar-row and treacherous paths.
While negotiating one such path they heard a voice calling out for help. Another pilgrim had slipped from the trail and fallen into a deep chasm. The first pilgrim stopped and peered into the darkness. He couldn't see the trapped man but he could hear him calling out in desperation.
“We should help him,” said the first pilgrim.
“No,” said the second, “if we stop we will be trapped by the storm and we will all die.”
The second pilgrim continued on his way while the first remained on the edge of the trail looking down into the darkness of the chasm. Quickly he resolved to help the trapped pilgrim. He secured a rope to a rock and lowered himself down. The fallen pilgrim suffered a broken leg and it took much time and effort to get him onto the trail.
By then the storm had arrived in full force. Bitter wind was driving freezing snow into snowdrifts all around them. They could barely see a few feet in front of them. The first pilgrim supported the injured man as best he could and they continued on their way to the monastery.
After what seemed like hours they finally saw the lights ahead of them promising refuge. As they hob-bled toward the gates they passed the body of the second pilgrim, frozen just a few yards from safety. He had tripped and been knocked unconscious. Without the companionship and help of the first pilgrim, he froze to death.
What does it mean to love our neighbor as ourselves?
Paul’s comments on love are given in the context of justice. His words preceding today’s readings tell us “Pay to all their dues, taxes to whom taxes are due, toll to whom toll is due, respect to whom respect is due, honor to whom honor is due.” (Romans 13:7).
This differs from the old covenant wherein the Law was the means of justice. Jesus makes all things new and Paul tells us “Owe no one anything, except to love one another; for the one who loves another has fulfilled the law” (Romans 13:8). Thus it is out of love that we pursue justice. Love for God and love for neighbor.
This love is not optional. It is not like romantic love or brotherly love, which allows us to choose those on whom we bestow it. This is the self-sacrificing love of God for man. This type of love we are obligated to reciprocate and practice among one another. It is this “agape” love that motivates us to seek out those who have taken themselves out of communion with God and His church and try to win them back.
If we truly practice this love and hold it within our hearts then how can we not reach out to minister to our brothers and sisters, especially those who have removed themselves from our communion? We are in fact expected to do so.
Justice then, is our moral imperative; it is our goal. Love is the means by which we achieve it.
Pax Vobiscum
Pray for the sick in our community, especially: Jan Almay, Sharon Anderson-Kunz, Anthony Andreozzi, Sue Ashby, Shaun Banagan, Patricia Becker, Pat Borri, Pat Botelho, Mary Carter, Adolf Cascardo, Chris Cetti, Wally Dondero, Bill Dunphy, Judy DuPont, Leilani Fitzgerald, Patti Fox, Marcy French, Vienna Golsong, Doug Hagans, George Hague, Sharon Harrington, Lynn Hauf, Jonathan Hunt, Fred & Pat Ingram, Ed Jackson, Robert Johnson, Kimberly Kaufman, Devonne Keevers, June Kertes, Debbie Robrecht, John & Rosemary Lally, Mary Largent, Georgia Latimer, Shirley Lauwers, Nilda Medina, Michael Mejia, Lucille Moessinger, Randy Qualls, Alex Quiroz, Maryanne Redmond, Pat Riecks, Bridget Ruiz, Amy Fleege Schaffner, Gene Segno, Mark Skvarla, Wanda Southern,
Marilyn VanAlstyne, Nic Windeshausen, Brenda Winn, Elizabeth & Grecielia Zuranich.
Deacon Lawrence Klimecki
† Mass Intentions † Rel ig ious Educat ion News
Sunday (Ez 33:7-9/Rom 13:8-10; Mt 18:15-20) 8:00am † Lucille Gruenwald (D) Nash 10:30am · Family † People of the Parish (L) 4:30pm · Youth † Charlene Bencken, Happy Birthday! (L)
Monday (Col 1:24-2:3; Lk 6:6-11) 6:30am
† Bill Vanderveer (D) Mary Hopkins
8:00am † Bradshaw & Mellon Families (L&D) Bradshaw’s Tuesday (Col 2:6-15; Lk 6:12-19) 6:30am † Presentation School Staff & Faculty † Adrian John Bayan (D) Momma Jeanne 8:00am † Joseph Funaro (D) Joy Funaro Wednesday (Col 3:1-11; Lk 6:20-26) 6:30am † John Painter (D) 8:00am † Maureen Bradshaw (L) Joan Risse-Vincent Thursday (Nm 21:4b-9; Phil 2:6-11; Jn 3:13-17) 6:30am † The Conversion of Sinners 8:00am † Sid Curry (L)
Friday (1 Tm 1:1-2, 12-14; Jn 19:25-27) 6:30am † Spitz Family (L) 8:00am † Joseph Funaro (D) Joy Funaro
Saturday (1 Tm 1:15-17; Lk 6:43-49) 8:30am † J.S. & Family (L) 5:30pm · Vigil † Betty Simpson (D) John Simpson Sunday (Sir 27:30-28:7; Rom 14:7-9; Mt 18:21-35) 8:00am † Dave & Barbara Scott (D) Scott Family 10:30am · Family † Teresa Vallejo (L) Frech Family † Rick Lucas, Happy Birthday! (L) Family † People of the Parish (L) 4:30pm · Youth † People of the Parish (L)
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Other PBVM Parish Phone Numbers
St. Vincent de Paul 916.485.3482 ·T/Th/F: 9-11am 916.477.6115 ·Voice or Text
Scrip | Diana Jimenez 916.402.1028
Divine Mercy Prayer Line Maureen Bradshaw 916.487.9620
Music Ministry | Becky Poncini 916.541.5805 [email protected] Legion Of Mary Patricia Jackson 916.973.8537
Altar Society Diana Jimenez 916.402.1028 Knights of Columbus Charles Mudd Jordan Ruiz 489.4149 807.4218 kofc15693.org
September 2nd & 3rd
Will be available next week! Thank you for your contributions!
Please consider FaithDirect as a GREEN alternative to envelopes!
Cal l Chris to inquire | 481.7441 x200
Contact Sidney Curry | DRE | 482.8883
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High School Youth
Have a great
summer!
Middle School Youth
Have a great summer!
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Children’s Faith Formation Presentation Parish welcomes your children back to the
Children’s Faith Formation classes (CFF)!
For children who do not receive Catholic religious education during their regular school hours, this program
supplements the faith formation already started in the home and during Masses. This program includes First Eucharist,
First Reconciliation and Confirmation. If you need to register or have questions contact
Sid Curry for more information.
Adult Faith Adult Faith Formation RCIA begins on Monday | Sep 11th 6:00pm | Immaculata
Please call Sid Curry for more
information 916.482.8883 [email protected]
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Our Lady of Sorrows, pray for us!
Right-To-Life Sacramento
Presentation Parish is holding
a prayer vigil every Saturday from 10:30am-12pm in
front of the abor on mill on Butano Drive. Please join us in our
cri cal, life-saving vigil! Join us at other mes as well.
This week’s abortion schedule: Tues – 09/11| Wed – 09/12
Thur - 09/13 Fri – 09/14 (7:30am – 3pm) Sat-09/15 (10:30am-12pm)
www.presenta on-r2l.org R2L Mee ngs every 2nd Monday at 6:30pm.
Next Mee ng: September 11th
Jesus is The Way, The Truth
and The Life! God bless everyone who
works to defend the sanctity of life.
The Diocese of Sacramento provides pastoral care to
persons who have suffered sexual abuse by members of the
Catholic clergy and other Catholic Church workers.
Please call toll-free
866-777-9133 if you are seeking assistance in coping with
this tragic situation. Assistance is available in
English and Spanish.
You can protect mothers and children by joining this worldwide mobilization! Through prayer and fasting, peaceful
vigils and community outreach, 40 Days for Life has
inspired 750,000 volunteers!
With God’s help, here are the proven results in 20 coordinate campaigns: 13,305 babies saved from abortion
154 abortion workers converted 86 abortion centers closed
Here’s how to take part: \
Vigil location: FPA Women’s Health,
2322 Butano Drive, Sacramento. Vigil Hours:
8am to 6pm, Monday through Friday. Local Contact:
Susan Money: 530-320-1614 email: [email protected]
Learn more at: 40 daysforlife.com/Sacramento
40daysforlife.com/sacramento Is Jesus Christ calling ME to
become a priest?
Seven confidential sessions open to all young men (18-30’s) and led by a priest, to help you gain the spiritual tools to discern your true vocation.
FIRST SESSION BEGINS: Thursday, September 14, 2017 7-8:30 pm
NEXT SESSIONS: Oct 12, Nov 9, Dec 14, Jan 11, Feb 8, Mar 8
St. Mel Parish in the St. Jude Room (above the Adoration Chapel) 4745 Pennsylvania Ave. Fair Oaks, CA
To Ensure adequate supplies, please pre-register with: Sacramento Diocesan Vocations Office
916.733.0258 or [email protected]
We say good-bye to
long time parishioner
John Painter
Internment celebration will be held at
Calvary Cemetery September 16th
1pm
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord!
Carmelite Monastery Benefit Luncheon
Saturday October 7th
12pm−3pm
Italian themed luncheon with food cooked by the Auburn chapter Knights of Columbus
There will be a silent auction and raffle! Drawing for a beautiful handmade quilt!
Tickets can be purchased now by contacting Brenda McCollum at
[email protected] | 916.502.6693
Carmeliteauxilliary.org
News & Events at Presentation Parish!
Wednesday September 13th
We will be meeting in the
Immaculata at 9:45am
Schedule return at 3:30pm
Snacks provided!
Bring money for lunch
Please bring gratuity for bus driver!
Limited to 20 people
Sign up soon for your chance to win
your fortune!!!
Confirm attendance with
Fran Trinca 916-359-8263
Senior Joy
Inspirational Catholic CDs, Pamphlets, Books & Booklets
Come see the Lighthouse Media Kiosks in our church
(north entrance) and chapel.
We ask for a donation of: $4.00 per CD $3 for 10
$3.00 per Booklet $5.00 per Book | $.50 per
Pamphlet Checks made payable to
Presentation Parish
ATTENTION ALL PARISHIONERS!
If you have recently moved or changed phone numbers, please contact the parish office to update your information in our parish database.
Contact Chris at [email protected] or 916.481.7441
Pan De Vida Retreat
November 10th – 12th
For more information contact: Sid Curry
916.482.8883 [email protected]
Dear Vincentian’s and all those who
would join us to help serve those in need,
Beginning Wednesday September 13th
at 7:30pm, in the Immaculata, we will be
having our monthly meetings.
Please join us, especially if you haven’t
been around for a while.
Deacon Lawrence will become the
Spiritual Advisor for our
Conference at PBVM and will be guiding
us to use our spiritual
gifts to help others.
That’s our mission!
To quote Thrift Store Saints by Jane Knuth
“We Pray Together. Help Poor People face-to-face.
The Poor are our teachers.”
Pan De Vida is a response to the call of St. John Paul II to enable
young people to live and proclaim the
Gospel
It will be led by priests and brothers of the
Franciscan Friars of the Renewal out of New York City
You can register in the parish office or visit our web-
site to print out the forms. Limited space is available!
The Diocese of Sacramento is taking donations for those affected by Hurricane Harvey in the Gulf Coast.
Catholic Charities USA, the Church’s official domestic relief agency, is already
at work in the affected area and continues to deploy much needed resources. The funds collected in this appeal will be used in support of the efforts of Catholic
Charities USA, and their member agencies, in response to this immediate emergency effort to provide to the communities: shelter, clean water, food, and
medical care.
If you would like to donate you can drop of a check to the parish office. Please make checks payable to Diocese of Sacramento and in the memo sec-
tion put Hurricane Harvey Relief. Due to the immediate need please drop off checks by 09/15
You can also donate by visiting catholiccharitiesusa.org or by
calling 1-800-919-9338
PRESENTATION PARISH EVENTS September 10—October 7
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Gallegos Maternity
Home Dinner
CFF-9am
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Legion of Mary
9:15am
RCIA 6pm
12
Kni ng 10:30am
KofC 7pm
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SVdP Mtg 7:30pm
14
Confession 6pm
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Feed the Hungry 10am
17 CFF-9am
18
Legion of
Mary 9:15am
RCIA 6pm
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Kni ng 10:30am
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Senior Joy Book Club
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Confession 6pm
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Feed the Hungry 10am
24 CFF-9am
25 Legion of
Mary 9:15am
RCIA 6pm
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40 Days for Life
Start
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Confession 6pm
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Feed the Hungry 10am
1 CFF-9am
2 Legion of
Mary 9:15am
RCIA 6pm
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Kni ng 10:30am
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5
Confession 6pm
6 Parish Family
Adora on 7pm
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Feed the Hungry 10am
P u b l i s h i n g D e a d l i n e s : Church, School & Community Events
September 24th Bulletin—Due September 12th
October 1st Bulletin—Due September 15th
October 8th Bulletin—Due September 20th
COMMUNITY EVENTS Sep 10—Bishop Gallegos Maternity
Home Dinner, Dante Club Sep 27—40 Days for Life Start Sep 29-30—Ministry Days at SFHS Sep 30— 3rd Annual Oktoberfest Oct 6— Parish Family Adoration Hour Nov 10-12—Pan De Vida
If you are a new parishioner, or need to update your parishioner information, please call the rectory.
~IMMACULATA ~ MINISTRY & USAGE
INFORMATION To use our parish facility,
please contact: Celeste Spitz—Immaculata Coordinator
916.923.8272
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Thank you to all who spend time in the Blessed Sacrament in
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AVAILABLE HOLY HOURS:
Mondays | 10:30am-11:30am Tuesdays | 1:30am-2:30am Tuesdays | 2:30am-3:30am
Tuesdays | 11:30am-12:30pm Wednesdays | 2:30am-3:30am
Wednesdays | 12:30pm-1:30pm Fridays | 5:30am– 6:30am
Nicole Resch Sperber | 916.396.1341 [email protected]
Check with the Scrip seller after any Mass.
You can also purchase Scrip 8:30am-3:00pm
in the school office
Thank you for supporting our
wonderful school!
