SAINT JOHN VIANNEY
AUGUST 24, 2014
Catholic Church
thePeace PeaceofofChrist Christ InInthe Dear Friends in Christ: Saint john Vianney September 17th is a most wonderful day. It is the greatest day of my life because it was the day I was Catholic Church
Archdiocese of Galveston — Houston
baptized! What is the day of your baptism? For the next few weeks, the bulletin letter will be devoted to the topic of Baptism. For more information see The Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC) #1213-1284.
625 Nottingham Oaks Trail Houston, TX 77079
Baptism is the beginning of our new life in Christ. In the waters of baptism we are “born again”; original sin is washed away and we become the adopted children of God and Tel.: 281-497-1500 members of the Church. It is the greatest gift that parents can give to their children. God Fax: 281-584-2024 gives every human the gift of life through nature and then He gives, through his Church, the www.stjohnvianney.org supernatural gift of eternal life! As Catholics, we do not restrict the gift of the sacrament of ______________________________ baptism to adults. We lavishly share it with all, for all are in need of salvation and God wills that all be saved. From the time of the apostles, the scriptures testify that “whole PARISH CLERGY households” came to be baptized (Acts 16:15). These households including adults, infants Rev. R. Troy Gately and children, give witness that no one should be denied the gift of salvation. Pastor
Today, the Church continues to call people to the gift of new life in the cleansing waters of Rev. Charles J. Talar baptism. For adults who have never been baptized (no religion, belonging to a non-Christian Rev. Daniel L. Warden religion or just never baptized) The Rites of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) is the normal Priests in Residence way of preparation and reception of the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist). The preparation takes place through a series of stages: the proclamation of the Deacons Word of God (Pre-Catechumenate), a period of acceptance of the Word and conversion of heart Dale Steffes and life (Catechumenate), a period of purification and enlightenment (Celebration of the Sacraments) Al Vacek and a period of further instruction in the life of faith following baptism (Mystagogy). These Fred Kossegi periods of preparation are accompanied by various ritual actions or rites. Thus, the Randy Graham formation process is appropriately called the Rites of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). Louis Provenzano ______________________________ Liturgically, the Sacraments of Initiation are most fittingly celebrated at the Easter Vigil with the preparation periods preceding Easter and the final preparation taking place during Lent. PASTORAL STAFF In practice, the formation begins in the fall, but there is not a strict timeline. For adults who are baptized outside the Catholic Church and wish to become Catholic, they Adult Forma$on too can be a part of the RCIA. They participate in the formation with the unbaptized. Yvonne Gill Instead of being baptized again, they make a Profession of Faith and with the newly baptized, Youth Forma$on they complete the Sacraments of Initiation by receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation and Daniel Marcantel receiving the Holy Eucharist. This completes their initiation and brings them into full communion with the Catholic Church. The reason they are not baptized again is that the Music Ministry Michael Madrid Catholic Church recognizes the validity of baptism of those who are baptized with water and the Trinitarian Formula “In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit”. The RCIA Pastoral Care/ is not a program, nor is it “convert classes.” The RCIA is a formation process of becoming a Spiritual Life committed disciple of Jesus Christ and deepening one’s relationship with God by becoming Louis Provenzano members of His Holy Catholic Church. It is being formed in the way of life as a Catholic. Parish Life/ As with those who are baptized as infants, the conversion of life does not end with the Ac$vity Center celebration of the sacraments but is a life long journey of faith. The formation of adult Richard Fairly catechumens was the common process of the early church and was restored following Vatican II. Social Service Ministries Deborah Montez
Business Office C.J. Pete Prados
If you know someone who is interested in becoming Catholic (baptized or unbaptized) or has questions about the Catholic Faith, we welcome them and invite them to contact Yvonne Gill in our Adult Formation Department. In Pace Christi,
21st Sunday in ordinary time
Mass Intentions
Weekly Readings
Monday, August 25, 2014 9:00 a.m. † John C. Bianchi, Jr.
Monday
2 Thes 1:1-5, 11-12; Ps 96; Mt 23:13-22
Tuesday, August 26, 2014 9:00 a.m. Living and Deceased Members of the Cook Family 7:00 p.m. † Joe Del Valle
Tuesday
2 Thes 2:1-3a, 14-17; Ps 96; Mt 23:23-26
Wednesday, August 27, 2014 9:00 a.m. † William Sco7 Court
Thursday
1 Cor 1:1-9; Ps 145; Mt 24:42-51
Friday
1 Cor 1:17-25; Ps 33; Mk 6:17-29
Thursday, August 28, 2014 9:00 a.m. Claudia Shoemaker 7:00 p.m. † Martha Vasquez
Saturday
1 Cor 1:26-31; Ps 33; Mt 25:14-30
Sunday
Jer 20:7-9; Ps 63; Rom 12:1-2; Mt 16:21-27
Friday, August 29, 2014 9:00 a.m. † Adam Brasher Saturday, August 30, 2014 5:30 p.m. † Ida Matocha Sunday, August 31, 2014 8:00 a.m. † Joanne Schilke 9:30 a.m. Missa Pro Populo 11:00 a.m. † Bill & Eleanor Burns 12:30 p.m. † Rose and Bob Berra 2:00 p.m. Irene Stewart 5:30 p.m. † Helen Mann 7:00 p.m. Tony Hernandez Other Remembrances S. Bockholt, Ursuline H. Smith, Maria Elena Arana, Quesada Family †Sheila Beissel †Redenta Anchilla Kalinga †George Masota Mayalla
New Parishioners Welcome to our St. John Vianney Family Elvia Akhtar, Burton and Donna Barnes, Jr. Leopoldo and Maria Bello, Cody and Faith Boren, Gustavo and Nelly Grace Campos, ChrisIan Cordova, Luis and Laura Escobar Soto, Jessica Garcia, Jonathan Gonzales, Gary and Melissa Janda, Shiby and Shiby Karippai, Leslie Kowalski, James Longville, Oscar and Dora MarInez, William and Megan McLellan, Jr., Brian Salas, Thomas and Kelli Sax
Flowers for Our Lord In honor of Christopher Williams Donated by Karla Roberts
Wednesday 2 Thes 3:6-10, 16-18; Ps 128; Mt 23:27-32
AAB CDE TFG SDHII BEJGKE OAE Let us Rejoice and Pray for these soon-to-be married couples: Ashley Maria Amery and Max Winston Yu Marcela Alanis and Michael Ruben Balli Sarah Cohen and Donald Wayne Duplechian 21st Sunday In Ordinary Time “Or who has given the Lord anything that he may be repaid?” ROMANS 11:35
St. Paul reminds us of a central fact of stewardship. We cannot give the Lord anything, because God already owns it all. God made everything. All that we can do is return a por3on of God’s many gi s back to Him. Sincere gra3tude for our gi s opens our hearts to joyful generosity!
Annual Mission Appeal CASA JUAN DIEGO Weekend of August 30th and 31st For our Annual Mission Appeal, a second collecIon will be taken following communion. This year we have been assigned Casa Juan Diego, Houston. Mark and Louise Zwick and staff will be at all the masses to give a presentaIon aLer the gospel.
Let us Pray For the souls of the recently deceased, Edward McLaughlin and Alvin Perry. Eternal rest grant unto them O Lord and let Perpetual light shine upon them.
MASS SCHEDULE Saturday Vigil 5:30 p.m. Sunday 8:00 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m. Spanish: 2:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m. Weekdays Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m.
Tuesday & Thursday 7:00 p.m.
LITURGY OF THE HOURS Monday - Friday 6:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.
NOVENA & ROSARY Our Lady of Perpetual Help Wednesdays 6:30 p.m. Novena of the Sacred Heart 1st Fridays following 9:00 a.m. Mass Divine Mercy Chaplet and Rosary a er 9:00 a.m. daily Mass _________________________________________________________
CONFESSIONS Saturday 10:00 a.m. & 4:00 p.m. Sunday 6:45 p.m. (Spanish) _________________________________________________________
BAPTISMS Classes offered monthly. Please contact the Parish Office MARRIAGE Please contact the Parish Office at least eight months prior to desired date ANOINTING OF THE SICK/COMMUNION TO THE SICK AND HOMEBOUND Please contact the Parish Office __________ ______ _______ _______ ______ _______ _______ ______ _______ _______ ______ _______ _______ _
OFFICE HOURS Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. — 5:00 p.m.
SAINT JOHN VIANNEY
AUGUST 24, 2014
Catholic Church
Youth Formation Registrations after Mass Still haven’t registered for CCE? Unable to make it to the Youth Formation Office during the week to do that? Internet connection out? Don’t worry, we are here to help! The Youth Formation Office will be open after all Masses this weekend August 23/24.
CCE Classes will begin September 7, 8, and 10. To be on the roll for the first day of class, registration forms are due by August 29.
We will be open for CCE and Sacrament Preparation registration at this time. As always, you can register in person M-F 8:30am-5:00pm as well. You can also register directly through the parish website: www.stjohnvianney.org
Sacrament Preparation Registra$on for Sacrament Prepara$on for 2014-2015 has begun! This includes First Reconcilia$on and Communion, Confirma$on, and RCIC. Registra$on forms for Sacrament Prepara$on are available in the CCE/Youth Forma$on Office ONLY. Sacrament Prepara$on is a separate program from CCE. Please come by the Youth Forma$on Office for more info, prepara$on requirements, and registra$on forms.
New day, new time, same great program. That’s right, starting during the 2014-2015 school year we are adding a new session to our CCE program. In addition to the current session days and times, we will also offer CCE for K thru 5th grade Wednesdays, 6-7:00pm Register today in the CCE/Youth Formation Office or online at www.stjohnvianney.org.
Parent’s Night Out Our next Parent’s Night Out is scheduled for FRIDAY, September 19. We will have childcare available from 5-9pm. Children ages 1-10yrs old are welcome.
Is God calling you to share the joy of your faith with the children and youth of our parish? Wonderful volunteer opportuniIes await! Contact the Youth FormaIon Office at 281-497-6665 for more informaIon.
The fee is $20 for the first child $5 for each additional child. Registration forms are available in the Nursery and the Children/Youth Formation Office. Registration forms will be available beginning on Tuesday, September 16.
21st Sunday in ordinary time
Adult Formation It’s Back!! THE MAIN COURSE Presenta$ons to feed the mind & the soul!
First Thursdays Sept. 4
Fr. Don Nes$ What’s “New” About The New Evangeliza$on? Breakfast immediately following the 9am Mass; Presenta$on: 10:15—11am
In recent years “The New Evangelization” has become a buzzword in Catholic circles. Books are being published, conferences organized, diocesan offices created and whole courses of study put together. While the phrase, “New Evangelization” may mean something to some, it typically leaves many scratching their heads. Why has the Church devoted so much time and energy to The New Evangelization? Presented by Fr. Don Nesti, Founder and Director of the University of St. Thomas Center for Faith and Culture. Fr. Nesti holds a doctorate from the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome and has lectured extensively and authored numerous books and articles.
The Legacy Series A Con$nuing Chris$an Educa$on Program For Bap$zed Catholic Adults
Legacy I: Retrieving, Reviewing and Rehearsing the Founda$ons of our Faith The Old Testament: An Overview of the Texts and Themes Sunday mornings: Sept. 14, 21, 28, Oct. 5, 19 9:30am—10:30am Legacy II: Fr. Robert Barron’s: The New Evangeliza$on Sunday mornings: Sept. 7, 14, 21, 28, Oct. 19, 26 11am—12:15pm To preregister:
[email protected]; all materials provided; see website for details
Conversations Small group discussions held onMonday evenings, 7-9pm Choose your Conversa$on: ⇒ Epic: The Early Church An 11 week series exploring the first 500 years of ChrisIanity begins Sept. 8 ⇒ Mudhouse Sabbath A 5 week “conversaIon” on how our faith can be enriched by biblically rooted Jewish spiritual tradiIons and rituals begins Sept. 22 ⇒ What Makes Us Catholic? A 5 week discussion on the pracIces and beliefs that disInguish Catholics from other ChrisIans. begins Sept. 22 To join a Conversation contact Yvonne Gill
[email protected] Detailed descripIons of each Conversation on parish website.
Don’t be le out of the Conversa#on!
New Parishioner Night Nig New to the parish? Never been to a New Parishioner Night? Night Then you’re invited! Wine and Cheese Recep$on Sunday, 14 Sept. 6:30pm—8pm St. Jude Hall RSVP to 281/497-1555 or 281/752-2467 Childcare by reserva$on provided during the Night. Altar Server Training Sept. 14 If you are 10 years or older (or close to it) and interested in learning more about serving in this ministry contact Mr. Mike McDonnell at 281/493-6867; 713/972-1388 or
[email protected]
SAINT JOHN VIANNEY
AUGUST 24, 2014
Catholic Church
Adult Formation Catholic? Thinking about it? Know someone who is? Call now! For informa$on on the RCIA process (Rite of Chris$an Ini$a$on of Adults)
An informa$on mee$ng will be held on September 4 7-9pm For more informa$on contact Yvonne Gill, 281-584-2022 or
[email protected]
Music Ministry We invite you to come join our music programs! Offer your talents to the Lord, rehearse once a week and gain experience being in an ensemble.
Children’s Choir begins 9/3 (5:30-6:30pm) (Cardinal Choir) K-2 grades (Cantate Singers) 3-5 grades NEW JH & HS groups are being formed this year! 9/3 (5:30-6:30pm) (call for info) Sanctuary Choir begins on 9/3 (7-9pm) Vesper Choir begins this weekend 8/17 (4-5pm) Schola Hispana begins on 9/2 (7-9pm) For more info: Michael Madrid (choral): (281)584-2041 David San Miguel (instrumental): (281)752-2465
JOIN IN THE GREAT ADVENTURE!! ** The Bible Timeline Or ** Ma\hew: the King and His Kingdom Wednesday evenings beginning Sept. 24, 7-9pm Or
** A “Quick” Journey Through the Bible (8) Tuesday mornings beginning Sept. 16 9:45am—noon &
**A “Quick” Journey Through the Bible in Spanish (8) Thursday evenings, 7-9pm beginning Sept. 25. Pre-registraIon is required. For informaIon on related fees and deadlines, contact the Adult FormaIon Office
HREE Great Adventures!!! Don’t Miss Out!
21st Sunday in ordinary time
Parish Life Coffee & Donuts
St. Anne’s Society
Sunday, September 7
If you're a mom of a young children and looking for a fun group of other Catholic moms to connect with, you are invited to join St. Anne's Society of SJV!
Following All Morning Masses Activity Center
THANK YOU!! For Making A Difference! 184 Donations Saving 552 Lives! Our next Blood Drive is Sunday, November 16
Our Welcome Coffee is This Wednesday, August 27, in the AcIvity Center 9:30-11:30 am. For more informaIon, please email Meg Maguire,
[email protected] BabysiWng is provided, please contact
[email protected]
Are You Ready for Football, Food & Fun! Everyone is invited to our season opening “NFL Watch Party”
Thursday, September 4 7:15 pm Activity Center Green Bay Packers vs. Seattle Seahawks
FREE FOR EVERYONE! GAME ON THE GIANT SCREEN WINGS, PIZZA & SNACKS CASH BAR w/ BEER & WINE If you plan on attending, please RSVP by Tuesday, September 2nd at 281-497-1555 or
[email protected] St. Monica’s Society We are a welcoming community of mothers with school-aged children (elementary through college) that provides opportuniIes for social interacIon, educaIon and spiritual growth. To find out more about this exciIng Ministry and our upcoming events please contact us at
[email protected]
SJV TRIPS A Spiritual Journey to Lourdes, San#ago de Compostela & Fa#ma Registra#on is now available: stjohnvianney.org (under News & Announcemnts)
April 27 to May 8, 2015 Please contact Carolyn Greene
[email protected]
SAINT JOHN VIANNEY
AUGUST 24, 2014
Catholic Church
Pastoral Care and Spiritual Life LITURGY OF THE HOURS Morning Prayer (Lauds): 6:30am Evening Prayer (Vespers): 6:30pm in the Adoration Chapel Come and join with us in scriptures, psalms, canticles, and hymns in the ancient tradition of our church.
IGNATIAN
SPIRITUAL EXERCISES FOR MEN
September 12 - 14, 2014
&
May 1 - 3, 2015
ATTENTION MEN OF ST. JOHN VIANNEY Are you looking to deepen your relationship with God? Be a better husband? Become a more loving father? Build friendships with other like minded men? And seek to be the best man you can be? You are invited to:
That Man is You! Meets Thursdays starting September 11 through April Activity Center Dining Room 6:00AM-7:30AM Please go to: www.paradisusdei.org to sign up, or contact: Paul Holub 713-817-2958 or
[email protected]
"As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpen another." Proverbs 27:17 DEEPER FRIENDSHIP WITH JESUS CHRIST SPIRITUAL DIRECTION MASS & CONFESSION PERSONALIZED VOCATION STATEMENT & VIRTUE PROGRAM
Are you hurting or is someone you love hurting? Then please join us:
Online registration at: regnumchristiretreats.com Sponsored by: REGNUM CHRISTI AND LEGIONARIES OF CHRIST Love Christ, Serve People, Build the Church
For more information, please contact: Laura Jungeblut at 281-492-6431or
[email protected]
Tuesday evenings 6:30pm Room C-25 Everyone is welcome. Starts: September 9
Would you like to deepen your prayer life and become an intimate friend of God? By seeking God’s will in all circumstances, we respond to the call to live the Gospel in our daily lives. We study and meet together for mutual support. NEW CLASS STARTING! The Lay Carmelites are accepting candidates to begin formation classes this fall. For more information, call Seola Edwards at 281-367-6047 or Margaret Looper at 936-449-6608 or 936-668-6608. Between the ages of 18 and 35? Single, Engaged, or Married? Join our Parish Young Adult Ministry! Email:
[email protected] Phone: 281-752-2426 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SJVYoungAdults Twitter: @SJVYoungAdults
breaking open the word bible study
College
When: Sundays at 11am (starting September 7th) Where: Heritage Room Bring: Your bible
Ignatius Bible Study of
Have a kid in college? Do you know a college student? Sign them up for the
SJV College Connect Program
When: Monday’s 7:30pm (Starting September 8th) Where: St. John Vianney CCE Library Bring: Your Bible
Program Features Include: -Monthly Check-in Emails -Care Packages for Midterms with Snacks and Goodies -Campus Catholic Centers Outreach -Invitations to Special Summer Events and Programs Sign up available online www.stjohnvianney.org/article/merge/
21st Sunday in ordinary time
Social Ministries
Save the date!
Respect Life Mee$ng
For our Mission Movie Night
Thursday, September 4 5:30 p.m. Social Services Conference Rm
Now Showing: Romero The true story of El Salvador’s heroic priest Featuring movie theater concessions and discussion Saturday, September 20th 7:00 p.m.
AV Room
2014 SJV Adult Mission Trips Eagle Pass, TX: October 22nd-26th & October 29th-November 2nd
El Salvador: October 24th-November 1st For more informa3on or to sign up, please contact Dick at
[email protected] or Glorivel at
[email protected].
A Rachel Retreat for Women who Suffer a`er an Abor$on Private and Confiden$al Saturday, September 20, 2014 9:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
For more informa3on: contact Diane at
[email protected]
Helpers of God’s Precious Infants Saturday, September 20, 9:00 a.m. Mass at St. Thomas More 10330 HillcroL St., Houston, TX 77096 To be followed by Rosary (locaIon tbd) Carpool leaves from SJV at 8:15 a.m. For more informa3on: contact Diane at
[email protected]
FOOD DRIVE THIS WEEKEND! August 23-24th We are in need of the following items: Pasta, Rice, Dry Beans, Sugar, Flour, Cooking Oil, Tuna, Laundry Detergent, Dish Soap, Toothpaste, Shampoo, Baby Food, Diapers (all sizes), & Paper Sacks *Please check expiraIon dates—we cannot distribute expired food or food that has been opened.
Parish Social Ministry Cer$fica$on
Loca$on to be announced to par$cipants only
Make a difference in the lives of those in need! Register for this course to learn how to become a Parish Social Minister.
Retreat given by Fr. Paul Felix Priests available throughout the day for sacramental reconciliaIon
The classes meet on Thursdays from 7:00 to 10:00 pm at Catholic ChariIes, 2900 Louisiana St. Classes begin on September 11th and end on November 6th.
Presented by: The Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, Respect Life Office
The complete cost of the course is $85. Limited scholarships are available. To register, contact Ma7 Johns at
[email protected] or 713-874-6659 Deadline to register is Aug. 29.
