Office Address: 828 O Street (PO Box 335) Sanger, CA 93657 Office Hours: Tuesday through Friday 10:00

am-5:00 pm (Closed from 12 noon-1:00 pm) Tel: (559) 875-2025 Fax: (559) 875-2618 Website: www.stmarysanger.org

The Catholic Church of Sanger and Del Rey

23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time -

September 4, 2011

"If two of you agree on earth about anything for which they are to pray, it shall be granted to them by my heavenly Father." -- Matthew 18:19

Reading 1 -- Warn the wicked, trying to turn them from their ways (Ezekiel 33:7-9). Psalm -- If today you hear his voice, harden not your hearts (Psalm 95). Reading 2 -- Owe nothing to anyone, except mutual love (Romans 13:8-10). Gospel -- If two agree about anything for which they pray, it shall be granted to them (Matthew 18:15-20). A MESSAGE OF LOVE In the final verses of today's Gospel reading Jesus says that when two or three are gathered in his name, "there am I in the midst of them" (Matthew 18:20). So we understand that fraternal correction is always undertaken with Jesus present to us. Likewise, encouraging the good in others is not only the right thing for us to do, it is a necessity. The Lord tells the prophet Ezekiel that if he "does not speak out" to dissuade a person from evil, then he, too, will be held responsible. We live in a "do your own thing" age when moral objectivity is often ignored. Clearly when the message we share with others is one of love, our motives cannot ever be misinterpreted. As St. Paul writes, "Love does no evil to the neighbor; hence, love is the fulfillment of the law" (Romans 13:10). PARISH CLERGY Rev. Peter Quinto, RCJ, Pastor Email: pyquinto@aol.com Rev. Philip Puntrello, RCJ Email: puntrello@rcj.org Rev. Salvatore Ciranni, RCJ Rev. Rene Panlasigui, RCJ Email: rene052458@gmail.com Rev. Mr. John Biedermann, Deacon Email: biedermanns@verizon.net OLD ST. MARYS CHURCH
828 O Street Sanger, CA 93657 Masses/Misas: Saturday 5:30pm; Sbado 7:00pm; Sunday 7:30 am; Mon-Fri 7:00 am Reconciliation/Confesiones: Thursday/Jueves 5:00 pm-8:00 pm; Saturday/Sbado 2:15 pm & 6:30 pm. Other times, call for an appointment.

5:00 pm-6:00 pm Youth Mass Misa Juvenil 6:00 pm-8:00 pm Life Night Encuentro Juvenil Divine Design

PARISH GROUPS & ORGANIZATIONS

ALTAR SERVERS Fr. Rene Panlasigui, RCJ 875-0416 ALTAR SOCIETY Carmen Alonzo 875-3827 APOSTOLATE OF LIFE Christi Garza 875-2812 GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP Charlene Biedermann 875-7741 CABALLEROS DE COLN Cesar Torres 303-5474 CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS Maria Ramirez 875-9685 CHOIRS Adult English 10:30 am Sunday Divina Voluntad 7:00 pm Sbado Teresa Castillo 875-4297 Adultos Espaol 8:30 am Domingo Mary Lombardo 875-4827 ngeles de Mara 5:00 pm Domingo Rolando Rodriguez 875-6639 Juan Carlos 286-8087 Children 10:30 am 4th Sunday Beth Musgrave 876-3936 DIVINE MERCY MESSENGERS Erlina Rogers 876-3562 ENCUENTRO MATRIMONIAL MUNDIAL Juan y Maria Martinez 394-1531 ENGLISH BIBLE STUDY Fr. Philip Puntrello, RCJ ESTUDIO BIBLICO Hna. Reyna Maldonado, MEMI 888-2889 FAITH FORMATION PROGRAM St. Mary, North & Bethel, Sanger Elementary 875-6340 Jr. High & High School 875-6340 Adults (RCIA) 907-2881 St. Katherine, Del Rey English: Julia Flores 888-2903 Spanish: Lupe Rodriguez 394-1531 FR. HANNIBAL HOUSE 1501 14th Street, Sanger (PO Box 37) Tel. 875-0564; Fax 875-8815 Email: Hanibalhouse@aol.com Call for schedule GRUPO DE ORACIN Memo Jimenez 312-3050 ITALIAN CATHOLIC FEDERATION Michael Quiroz 360-1574 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Cesar Gonzales 875-5823 LAY ROGATIONIST VOCATION ANIMATORS (LARVA) Francisco Javier Luna LECTORES Y COMENTARISTAS Martha Lomeli 875-9429, 349-2851 LECTORS & COMMENTATORS Anna Galvan 875-6091 Art Mendoza 304-7040 LEGION OF MARY Sal Rodriguez 875-8002 MARRIAGE & FAMILY LIFE Javier & Isabel Luna NA MEETING Yaya 709-9498 PADRES Y MADRES ORANTES Angel Verduzco & Gloria Mendoza 875-5424 ROGATIONIST SEMINARY Fr. Rene Panlasigui, RCJ 875-5808 SOCIEDAD GUADALUPANA Jaime Garza 876-3603, 876-3707 ST. MARYS GIFT SHOP Lulu Torres 303-5451 YOUTH MINISTRY Edge (Junior High) Millie Muoz 875-6764 Life Teen (High School) Efrain Santos 618-5808

NEW ST. MARYS CHURCH

12050 E. North Avenue Sanger, CA 93657 Masses/Misas: Domingo 8:30 am; Sunday 10:30 am; Domingo 5:00 pm; Lunes-Miercoles, Viernes 6:00 pm

ST. KATHERINES CHURCH

5375 Carmel St. Del Rey Masses/Misas: Sbado 5:30 pm; Sunday 9:30 am; Miercoles 5:30 pm; Primer Viernes 5:30 pm Confesiones: Sabads antes de la Misa

WEEKLY LITURGICAL CALENDAR CALENDARIO LITRGICO SEMANAL Saturday, September 3 2:15 pm Confessions (Fr. Peter) O Street 4:00 pm XXV-Ramon & Maria Martinez (Fr. Philip) Seminary 5:30 pm +Dan C. Torres (Fr. Peter) O St 5:30 pm Jorge Torres (Fr. Philip) Del Rey 6:30 pm Confessions (Fr. Philip) O Street 7:00 pm +Abel Ramirez (Fr. Peter) O Street 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, September 4 Ez 33:7-9; Ps 95; Rom 13:8-10; Mt 18:15-20 7:30 am Pro populo (Fr. Peter) O Street 8:30 am +Catalina Valdez (Fr. Philip) Bethel 9:30 am +Mario Morales (Fr. Peter) Del Rey 10:30 am Luis Mata Sr. (Fr. Philip) Bethel 1:00 pm +Arvisto de Castro (Fr. Rene) Bethel 5:00 pm Diana Mora-bday, +Eric Michael Mora (Fr. Rene) Bethel DAILY LITURGICAL ASSIGNMENTS (Sep 5-9) 6:40 am Morning Prayer: Ruth A. 7:00 am Mass Lector: Betty G. Resp. Psalm: Dan L. EMHC: Fritzie C. 7:30 am Rosary: Lupe P. Monday, September 5 Col 1:24 -- 2:3; Lk 6:6-11 Labor Day 7:00 am +Souls in Purgatory (Fr Philip) O Street 6:00 pm Misa y Vsperas (P. Peter) Bethel

PRAYERS ORACIONES + Have been requested for the intentions of: + Por las intenciones de: Maria Acosta, Joey Almeraz, Cora Alvarado, Francisca Alvarado, Michelle Azpiraz, Dalvin Baker, Henry Banuelos, Jose Antonio Becerril, J. J. Benavides, Jose Calavera, Nathan Cantu, Ofelia Castellanos, Ramon Castellanos, Angie Castillo, Daniel Cerda, Albert Cisneros, Kendra Constance, Lupe Cortz, Hilda De Anda, Santos De La Fuente, Dolly Dodson, Joey Franco, Amber Frausto, Raymundo Frausto, Vera Fuentes, Ronnie & Nicole Gallardo, Joe Galvan, Mike Galvan, Angelica Gandara, Brianna Garcia, Miguel Garcia Jr, Jackie Gardner, Cindy Gonzalez, Elvira Gonzalez, Juanita Gonzalez, Kelly Gonzalez, Linda Gonzalez, Roy Gonzalez, Ruben Gonzales, Johnny Guardado, Jocelyn Guerra, Charlene Henley, Benny Hernandez, Josefina Brecenio Hernandez, Maria Elena Ponce Herrera, Paulita Ibarra, Esther Infante, Raymond Infante, Alberto Lacayo, Gabriel Lara, Christine Lopez, Maegen Lopez, Ruben Lucid, Rosalinda Mancilla, Victor Hugo Mancillas, Blanca Martinez, Daniel Mata, Josephina & Jose Montes, Magdalena Moreno, Aurora Murillo, Isabel Murillo, Hilda Nicacio, Eduardo Padilla, Lydia Pedregon, Raymond Perez, Ric Perez, Robert Perez, Jr., Jennifer Pichardo, Joseph Puente, Sarah Quinn, Joe Resoer, Gina Reyes, Noe Reyna, Estella Rico, Mike Rico, Julian Rocha, Arthur C. Rodriguez, Carlos Rodriguez, Irma Romero, Angelita Ruiz, Ismael Ruiz, Patricia Ruiz, Antonio Salazar, Edward Sandoval, Nellie Scholar, Kellie Smith, Sandy Smith, Genaro Solorzano, Frank Soto, Connie N. Tacata, Elisa Toledo, Lourdes Valeriano, Manuel Vargas, P. J. Vauter, Nick Velasco, Valerie Villagomez, Patricia Villarreal, Roberto Ybarra, Isabel Zavala, Jose Zavala + For all those who are serving in the military + Por el personal militar Joe Aguilera, Cliserio Avalos, Gilbert Avila, Benedict Balagtas, Bill, Daniel Campos, Juan Carlos Campos, Johnathan Cardiel, Jonathan Chacon, Joe Contreras, David De La O, Eloisa Delgado, Martin Ellison, Mark Roy Espinoza, Maribel Fernandez, Amy Fidalgo, Seth Fidalgo, Rudy Flores, Tanya Florian, Stewart Fowler, Kimberli Fuentes, Cole Herron, Karisa Garza, Manuel Garza Jr., Patrick Garza, Aaron Gonzalez, John Guerra, Joseph Hernandez, Salvador Hernandez, Rolando Iglesias, Craig Mulligan, Gabriel Nieto, Christopher Ohano, Michael Ortega, Celerino Pealoza, Michael Anthony Perez, Javier Saenz, Sofia Sanchez Silva, Jesse Sandoval, Tom Siqueiros, Donald Sombat, Michael Teel, Rafael Torres, Michael P. Tortorete, Matthew Valdez, Fernando Zapata

Tuesday, September 6 Col 2:6-15; Lk 6:12-19 7:00 am Vasquez-Bautista Families (Fr. Philip) O St 6:00 pm Misa y Vsperas (P. Peter) Bethel Wednesday, September 7 Col 3:1-11; Lk 6:20-26 7:00 am +Ines Teso (Fr. Philip) O St 5:30 pm Misa en espaol (Fr. Sal) Del Rey 6:00 pm Misa y Vsperas (P. Peter) Bethel Thursday, September 8 Mi 5:1-4a or Rom 8:28-30; Mt 1:1-16, 18-23 [18-23] The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary 7:00 am +Carmen Cantu (Fr. Philip) O Street 5:00 pm Misa y Adoracin Eucarstica - Calle O 6:00 pm All Night Eucharistic Adoration - O Street Friday, September 9 1 Tm 1:1-2, 12-14; Lk 6:39-42 St. Peter Claver, priest 7:00 am Elva Rodriguez-thanksgiving (Fr. Philip) O St 6:00 pm Misa y Vsperas (P. Peter) Bethel

Saturday, September 10 1 Tm 1:15-17; Lk 6:43-49 2:15 pm Confessions (Fr. Rene) O Street 5:30 pm Amalia Torres (Fr. Peter) O St 5:30 pm Misa en espaol (Fr. Philip) Del Rey 6:30 pm Confessions (Fr. Sal) O Street 7:00 pm Cesar y Familia (Fr. Rene) O Street 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time, September 11 As the Lord is kind and merciful (Ps 103), so should we be forgiving toward one another (Sir 27:30 -- 28:9). Our forgiveness is to be without limit (Mt 18:21-35) and so reflect Christs eternal love. He alone is Lord (Rom 14:7-9). Page 2

+ For those who have died/ + Por los difuntos: Lidia Velazquez Torrez (mother of Celina), Robert D. Perez, Sr. (husband of Angelita), Alice L. Brusellas (mother of Robert)

TABERNACLE LIGHT DEDICATION VELADORA DEL TABERNCULO

September-for the intentions of Eulalia Sanchez Septiembre-por las intenciones de Eulalia Sanchez

Send, O Lord, holy apostles into your Church.

STEWARDSHIP OF TREASURE CO-RESPONSABILIDAD DE TESORO August 27 & 28 St. Mary $ 2,830.00 St. Katherine 339.00 Total 3,169.00 Ongoing Faith Formation 776.00 Building Fund 10.00 May God bless you for your continued support of our church. Que Dios les bendiga por su apoyo generoso. SECOND COLLECTION Todays second collection is for the Church Maintenance Fund. THEY "They cleaned up the park." "They put out fresh bread." "They fixed the elevator." Behind every "they" is a real person. Look at any ordinary object, like a pencil. How many people did it take to make it? Someone planted the tree, someone felled it; others hauled it, cut it down to size, added lead and an eraser, packaged it, shipped it, and put it on a store shelf. "They" are millions of people ensuring we have the things we need and each is a reflection of God. God is not the farmer harvesting the wheat or rice for our tables, but God made the farmer and keeps his heart beating for his daily tasks. God is the essential "behind the scenes" person, the real presence behind every "they." God is behind everything in the entire universe. And when we finally find God, our lives become transformed with true gratitude. LIVING STEWARDSHIP NOW Offer simple words of thanks to anyone who does a service for you. Nothing is too unimportant to acknowledge. No one is unimportant enough to be overlooked. MISSION STATEMENT As faithful disciples of Christ, we, the Catholic Community of St. Mary & St. Katherine, proclaim our threefold mission: to worship God, to share our faith, and to serve those who are in need.

PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS Lord Jesus Christ, shepherd of souls, who called the apostles to be fishers of men, raise up new apostles in your church. Teach them that to serve you is to reign, to possess you is to possess all things. Kindle in the young hearts of our sons and daughters the fire of zeal of souls. Make them eager to spread your kingdom upon earth. Keep our present religious and seminarians healthy, both physically and spiritually. Grant them courage to follow you, who are the Way, the Truth and the Life, who lives and reigns forever and ever. Amen.

PRAYER FOR A NEW BISHOP Almighty God, send your Holy Spirit to guide those who will advise the Holy Father in the selection of the next Bishop of the Diocese of Fresno. May he have the zeal of Saint Paul, the priestly gifts of Saint John Vianney, the wisdom of a loving father and brother, and most of all, the heart of your Son, Jesus. We ask that the Blessed Virgin Mary intercede for us, and Saint Therese, our patroness, join us in this prayer, which we make through Christ, our Lord. Amen.

The Holy Fathers September 2011 Intentions

General Intention: For all teachers, that they may convey love in truth and educate in authentic moral and spiritual values. Missionary Intention: That the Christian communities spread throughout the Asian continent may proclaim the Gospel with fervor, bearing witness to beauty with the joy of the faith.

THE WEEK AHEAD/ESTA SEMANA

Sunday, September 4 6:00 pm Life Night (Hall) Monday, September 5 (Labor Day) 7:00 pm AA Meeting (FFC #5) Tuesday, September 6 7:00 pm CDA Meeting (Ciranni Center) Wednesday, September 7 4:30 pm Childrens Faith Formation Parent & Student Orientation (Hall) 7:00 pm High School Faith Formation Parent & Student Orientation (Hall) Thursday, September 8 6:00 pm Silent Adoration (O Street) 7:00 pm English Adoration (O Street) 7:00 pm Precatechumenate (FFC #7) 7:00 pm Catechumenate (FFC #2) 7:00 pm Echoes of Faith (FFC #1) Friday, September 9 7:00 pm English Baptismal Class (FFC) Saturday, September 10 8:00 am Liturgy Workshop (Chapel) 8:30 am Hope Sanger (Kitchen) 11:00 am Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Updating and Preparation for Commissioning (Chapel) Sunday, September 11 9:00 am Childrens Faith Formation Parent & Student Orientation (Hall) 11:30 pm Children and Junior High Faith Formation-Parent & Student Orientation (Hall) EDGE Kick-Off 3:30 pm High School Faith Formation Parent & Student Orientation (Hall) Domingo, 4 de septiembre 6:00 pm Grupo Juvenil-Life Teen(Hall) Lunes, 5 de septiembre (Da Laboral) 6:30 pm Grupo de Oracin (saln) 6:30 pm Capacitacin de Animadores (Del Rey) Martes, 6 de septiembre 6:00 pm Ministerio de Padres y Madres Orantes (capilla) Mircoles, 7 de septiembre 4:30 pm Formacin Religiosa de Nios y Padres/primer da (saln grande) 7:00 pm Formacin Religiosa de Jvenes y Padres/primer da (saln grande) 7:00 pm Grupo de Oracin (Del Rey) 7:00 pm Grupo de Biblia (Ciranni Ctr) Jueves, 8 de septiembre 5:00 pm Misa y Hora Santa (Calle O) 6:00 pm Hora Santa (Calle O) 6:30 pm Capacitacin de catequistas (Del Rey) 7:00 pm Precatecumenado (FFC #7) 7:00 pm Catecumenado (FFC #2) 7:00 pm Ecos de Fe (FFC #1) Viernes, 9 de septiembre 5:30 pm Ensayo del coro (Del Rey) 6:30 pm Primera reunin de padres de familia de catequesis (Del Rey) Sbado, 10 de septiembre 8:00 am Taller Litrgico (capilla) 8:30 am Hope Sanger (Kitchen 3:30 pm Catequesis para los nios (Del Rey) Domingo, 11 de septiembre 2:00 pm Catequesis para nios y Junta con sus padres (saln)

Enva, Seor, apstoles santos a tu Iglesia

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Parish and Diocesan News

OUR FAMILY, OUR FAITH, OUR FUTURE Throughout July 2011, the overall campaign revenue realized an increase of $39,971.00. Thirty-six parishioners throughout the diocese paid off their pledges. Nine parishes still have yet to achieve 50% of their goal. St. Mary & St. Katherine Goal: $378,000.00 Cash: 201,769.25 Cash % of Goal: 53.38% Pledge Balance: 61,795.00 Challenge: 38,360.00 Written Off: 151,741.00 Your commitment to the success of this worthy campaign is essential we extend our most sincere thanks for your diligence and your continued efforts. Respectfully, Diocesan Development Office FAITH FORMATION YEAR 2011-2012 September 7, Wednesday September 11, Sunday All elementary, junior high, and high school students are reminded of the first day of Faith Formation classes this coming week. Since this is our first day, we will all begin together with a Parent & Student Orientation at the hall. Any parent with a child or youth attending a Wednesday class unable to attend this parent meeting must come on Sunday, September 11. CHILDRENS CHOIR September 8, Thursday The Childrens Choir sings every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month during the 10:30 am Mass beginning September 18. Practice will be every Thursday, from 6 to 6:45 pm. Please contact Beth Musgrave for more information at 876-3936. BASIC CATECHIST TRAINING September 8, Thursday The next session for Echoes of Faith is on Thursday for Module 2Page 4 Liturgy & Sacraments Part 2, from 79 pm at the FF Center. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION September 8, Thursday Could you not keep watch and pray for one hour with me? (Mt. 26:40b) from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, at the old church on O St. CATHOLIC PROFESSIONAL & BUSINESS CLUB September 9, Friday Join the CP&BC on Friday, September 9, to hear retired US Congressman George Radanovich. Mr. Radanovich served eight terms in the US House of Representatives, representing Californias 19th congressional district from 1995-2011. He is also the author of The New Word Order is the Old World Order, in which he advocates rebuilding the four institutions of faith, family, work and government as the cornerstones for real change in American society and governance. Reservations are required for the September 9th breakfast, help at Pardinis, and can be made by calling Denise Correia at 4322722 or by visiting www.cpbcfresno. org. Doors open at 7 am for coffee and networking. The program concludes at 8:30 am. The cost is $12 for members and $15 for guests. INTERNATIONAL FOOD FESTIVAL September 10, Saturday KNXT-TV Channel 49s 25th Anniversary A day of Food, Raffle, Crafts, Entertainment & Family Fun Diocese of Fresno Pastoral Center 1550 N. Fresno St. Fresno Entrance: $10 Adults, $5 kids under 10 Buy tickets at: www.KNXT.TV or call: 559-488-7440 EDGE JR. HIGH YOUTH MINISTRY September 11, Sunday The Kick-Off for Edge will be on September 11. We are now recruiting High School students to help as Core in Training (CIT). This will count as your service project requirement for Faith Formation/Confirmation. Contact Millie Muoz if you are interested in helping at 875-6764. CATECHISTS, YOUTH MINISTERS, & FAITH FORMATION VOLUNTEERS RETREAT September 17, Saturday Mark your calendars! Let us prepare for Catechetical Sunday (September 18) through a half day of reflection and prayer from 8 am to 12 noon at St. Marys Hall. FIRST ANNUAL WINE TASTING FIESTA September 24, Saturday Enjoy Local Wines, Food and Music, Silent Auction & Raffle Prizes from 6 pm to 11 pm at 2415 Almond Ave. Sanger. For more information contact Linda Rodriguez (284-7171), Dan Luna (347-8080) or Louis Mata (859-3550). Contact any Father Hannibal House Board Member for Tickets. Donation: $25 per person/ $40 per couple. Benefits Father Hannibal House LIFE TEEN NEWS September 25, Sunday In September 2008, Life Teen hosted the first Global Life Night. Last year we donated over $200,000 to build and maintain 18 wells in Ghana, Africa. This year we turn our attention, prayer, and service to some of the most vulnerable in society: the unborn. This years project is to stock the shelves of our local pregnancy resource center with baby items and other essentials. PRO-LIFE MINISTRY St. Mary's/St Katherine's is in the first stages of reviving a Pro-Life Ministry. Your input together with our Pastor will determine the nature and mission of this parish apostolate. Please prayerfully consider responding to this invitation to Parish Pro-Life Ministry, the smallest of time you can offer can be put to great use. All ages are invited, both youthful passion and years of wisdom are welcome and needed! If you are interested in more information, please call Christi Garza at 2898902 after 7 pm. IS GOD CALLING YOU To consider a life of service as a priest or religious? Are you seeking a better and more meaningful life? Any

Contact Fr. Rene Panlasigui, RCJ for information on Vocations: 618-0257

man who is 17+ years old is invited to attend a gathering for men who want to discern where it is God may be calling them to serve Him. The Discernment Group Meeting will be held in our area on September 24 from 2 to 3:30 pm at Bishop Scher Room, Diocese of Fresno Pastoral Center, 1550 N. Fresno St., Fresno. For more information contact: Fr. Dan Avila, Vocations Office, 559488-7424 or www.vocations@dioceseoffresno.org YOU CAN HELP YOUR MARRIAGE! Do you feel alone? Are you frustrated or angry with each other? Do you argue? Does talking about it only make it worse? Retrouvaille helps couples through times of trouble, disillusionment, and misery in their marriages. There is HOPE for your marriage. For confidential information about and/or to register for the next weekend retreat, please call 1-800-470-2230 or visit the website at www.HelpOurMarriage.com. WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER October 21-23 Marriage Encounter weekends provide a setting for spouses to be alone as a couple, to rediscover each other, and to focus together in their relationship. Our next weekend is October 21-23 at two locations: a hotel in Modesto or the retreat house in San Juan Bautista. For more details contact 831-704-6322, email registrar@wwme-centralca.org. ROGATIONIST FUNDRAISER The Rogationist Fathers have a drawing to visit their Formation House in Tonal, Jalisco Mexico. The 1st prize is a trip for four to the Rogationist Formation House with a guided tour by Fr. Antonio Carlucci Drawing will be held on Dec. 3, 2011 Contact Juan Lomeli to get your ticket today (875-9429, 349-2851) or Martha Lomeli (278-0252). RACHELS VINEYARD If anyone desires the return to Jesus love and merciful forgiveness, which seems lost as the result of an abortion, there is help through Rachels Vineyard Ministries. An Englishspeaking retreat is scheduled for Sep. 30, Oct. 1-2. For more info, call 877-629-6626 or email butcher_jennifer@yahoo.com.

LITURGY CORNER
DONORS NEEDED

Any individual, family or parish group who would like to donate a copy of the Revised Roman Missal (Third Edition) would please call the office (875-2025) or talk to any of our priests. The Revised Roman Missal will be available for purchase in October and will be used beginning the First Sunday of Advent, November 27, 2011.

The next Liturgy Workshop on the New Roman Missal will be on Saturday, September 10, at the Chapel of the new church on Cherry & Bethel avenues, from 8 am to 12 pm. Anyone who feels called to be an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion must attend the last hour of the workshop, from 11 am to 12 noon in order to be included for commissioning from October 2011 to September 2012.

23RD ANNUAL DIOCESAN CONGRESS October 15, Visalia Convention Center Every year our event continues to draw more attendees from varying ministries as well as lay Catholics wanting to learn more about their faith. We are happy to welcome 67 different speakers throughout the weekend with workshops again being offered in seven different languages. It is a beautiful experience to celebrate such diversity as a community at our event. On Saturday evening we invite our Young Adults to participate in our Young Adult Night offered in English and Spanish and on Sunday we will hold our High School Youth Day. Who is invited to attend? - All people in the pews - All people interested in learning more about the Catholic faith - All who want to learn how to teach others about an all-embracing God On Line Registration You can register on line. The Early Bird (10% discount) registration deadline for Saturdays Congress is September 6, 2011. Registrations are accepted by mail until September 6, 2011. On-line registration is available until October 7, 2011. If you do not have internet access or need assistance using online registration, contact the Office of Ministries by phone by calling (559) 488-7474. On-line registration and credit card registration will not be available after October 7, 2011. Faxed registrations will not be accepted. WHAT IS YOUTH DAY? October 16, Sunday Youth Day is our largest gathering of High School Youth in the Diocese of Fresno. Sponsored by the Office of Ministries Youth and Young Adult Office, we seek to foster in our young people what an amazing and privileged place they occupy in the life of the Catholic Church. Last Year nearly 1,400 youth and their chaperones participated in Youth Day. The event offers great speakers and opportunities for prayer and worship. Registration for Youth Day, REQUIRED for St. Marys & St. Katherines Confirmation Classes, will be through the Faith Formation Office, North & Bethel Avenues. Basic Information Cost: $20 before 9/21; $25 after 9/26 Ages: 9th-12th grade high school students Location: Visalia Convention Center Time: 10:00 am-5:30 pm; Check-in at 8:30 am Page 5

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21 de agosto del 2011 Primera lectura -- Somos responsables unos de otros y debemos guiarnos mutuamente por el buen camino (Ezequiel 33:7-9). Salmo -- Si hoy escuchas su voz, no endurezcas tu corazn (Salmo 95 [94]). Segunda lectura -- La ley del amor nos obliga (Romanos 13:8-10). Evangelio -- Jess est presente entre nosotros siempre que haya dos o tres reunidos en su nombre. UN MENSAJE DE AMOR En los versculos finales de la lectura del Evangelio de hoy Jess dice que cuando dos o tres estn reunidos en su nombre, "ah estoy yo en medio de ellos" (Mateo 18:20). As entendemos que siempre se aplica la correccin fraternal cuando hacemos presente a Jess. De igual manera, alentar lo bueno en otros no slo es actuar rectamente, sino que es una necesidad. El Seor dice al profeta Ezequiel que si l "no amonesta" al malvado para que se aparte del mal camino, entonces Dios le pedir cuentas. Vivimos en la era en que "cada quien hace lo suyo" y se suele ignorar la objetividad moral. Claramente, cuando el mensaje que compartimos con otros es un mensaje de amor, nuestros motivos no pueden ser mal interpretados. Como escribe san Pablo: "Quien ama su prjimo no le causa dao a nadie, As pues, cumplir perfectamente la ley consiste en amar" (Romanos 13:10). PREGUNTAS PARA LA SEMANA: Adultos Qu puedo hacer esta semana para demostrar como mi fe influencia mi vida? Nios Qu puedo hacer esta semana para demostrar que creo en Jess? ELLOS Y ELLAS "Limpiaron el parque", "acabaron de sacar el pan del horno", "ya arreglaron el ascensor". Detrs de todas estas tareas hay personas que hacen estos trabajos. Fjate en un objeto ordinario, como por ejemplo un lpiz. Cuntas personas se necesitan para hacer un lpiz? Alguien tiene que sembrar el rbol, otros tienen que tumbarlo y cargarlo; aun otros lo transportan, lo cortan a la medida, le ponen la punta y la goma, lo empacan y lo embarcan, y lo ponen en los estantes de la tienda. Son millares de personas que se necesitan para que nosotros tengamos las cosas a nuestra disponibilidad. "Ellos y ellas" son un reflejo de Dios. Dios no es el agricultor que cultiva el trigo o el arroz para nuestra mesa, pero Dios hizo al agricultor y mantiene latente su corazn para que pueda desempear sus labores cotidianas. Dios es realmente esa persona "en la retaguardia", pero esencial, que est presente en cada trabajo de "ellos y ellas". Dios est detrs de todo en todo el universo. Y cuando por fin veamos a Dios en todo, nuestra vida quedar transformada por una gran gratitud. LA CO-RESPONSABILIDAD VIVIDA AHORA Dale las gracias a alguien que te presta algn servicio. Ningn servicio prestado es intranscendente, ni tampoco lo es la persona que lo presta. LA PLANIFICACIN NATURAL DE LA FAMILIA El ltimo serie de clases para este ao ser los martes, 13 y 27 de septiembre, 18 de octubre y 8 de noviembre en el Saln Catlico, 755 Toulumne St., Parlier. El costo por pareja es $45.00, incluye las clases y material. Para cualquier pregunta, llama a Fausto y Lourdes Ramirez a 646-2275 o al 393-6176. Pgina 6

ORACIN PARA UN NUEVO OBISPO Dios todopoderoso, enva tu Espritu Santo para guiar a los que aconsejarn al Santo Padre en la seleccin del prximo Obispo de la Dicesis de Fresno. Que l tenga el afn de San Pablo, los dones sacerdotales de San Juan Vianney, la sabidura de un padre y hermano amoroso, y sobre todo, el corazn de tu Hijo, Jess. Que la bienaventurada Virgen Mara interceda por nosotros, y que la Santa Teresa del Nio Jess, nuestra patrona, nos una en esta oracin, que hacemos por Cristo, nuestro Seor. Amn. INTENCIONES DE ORACIN DEL SANTO PADRE PARA EL MES DE SEPTIEMBRE DE 2011 General: Por todos los docentes, para que sepan trasmitir el amor a la verdad y educar en los valores morales y espirituales autnticos. Misionera: Para que las comunidades cristianas dispersas en el continente asitico proclamen el Evangelio con fervor, dando testimonio de su belleza con la alegra de la fe. LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA Lunes: Col 1:24 -- 2:3; Lc 6:6-11 Martes: Col 2:6-15; Lc 6:12-19 Mircoles: Col 3:1-11; Lc 6:20-26 Jueves: Mi 5:1-4a o Rom 8:28-30; Mt 1:1-16, 18-23 [18-23] Viernes: 1 Tim 1:1-2, 12-14; Lc 6:39-42 Sbado: 1 Tim 1:15-17; Lc 6:43-49 Domingo: Sir 27:30 -- 28:9; Sal 103 (102); Rom 14:7-9; Mt 18:21-35 LOS SANTOS Y OTRAS OBSERVANCIAS Domingo: Vigsimo tercer Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario Lunes: Da del Trabajo Jueves: La Natividad de la Santsima Virgen Mara Viernes: San Pedro Claver Sbado: Santa Mara Virgen FORMACIN DE FE/PRIMERA COMUNIN/CONFIRMACIN 2011-2012 Comenzarn esta semana las clases de formacin religiosa para los nios y jvenes. Deben asistir los padres de familia y los guardianes a una junta con el Padre Peter en el saln grande en la misma hora de las clases, o mircoles o domingo.

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ADORACIN EUCARSTICA 8 de septiembre, jueves De modo que no pudieron permanecer despiertos ni una hora conmigo? De las 5:00 pm a las 8:00 am en la iglesia chiquita por la calle O, #828. TALLER LITRGICO 11 de septiembre, sbado Todos los lectores, comentaristas, ministros extraordinarios de la sagrada comunin, acomodadores y los miembros de los varios coros, que todava no han participado a un taller acerca del nuevo misal romano DEBEN asistir este prximo sbado de las 8:00 am a las 11:00 am en la iglesia grande. Los ministros extraordinarios de la sagrada comunin tendrn una hora de preparacin para la comisin anual (de octubre 2011 a septiembre 2012) de las 11:00 am a las 12:00 pm. Los que se sienten llamados a este ministerio favor de hablar con el Padre Peter antes del 11 de septiembre. SORTEO ROGACIONISTA Los Padres Rogacionistas les invitan a participar en un sorteo y visitar la Casa de Formacin en Tonal, Jalisco Mexico. El primer premio ser un viaje para cuatro personas a la Casa de Formacin guido por el P. Antonio Carlucci. El Sorteo ser el 3 de Diciembre. Favor de llamar a Juan Lomeli para comprar el boleto (8759429, 349-2851) o a Martha Lomeli (278-0252). MADRES ENAMORADAS + PADRES ENAMORADOS = FAMILIAS ENAMORADAS El Fin De Semana del Encuentro Matrimonial Mundial es un programa de 44 horas en donde las parejas pueden alejarse del trabajo, los nios, el telfono y las tareas de la casa para enfocarse solamente en el uno para el otro. Si estn buscando que su relacin crezca, sea mas profunda y rica, entonces les gustar la diferencia que puede hacer en ustedes el Fin de Semana de EMM. Para ms informacin, llamar a Jess y Lupita Romero (559) 875-5495 o 355-5631 CONGRESO DIOCESANO 2011 14-16 de octubre de 2011 Centro de Convenciones de Visalia Ya estn disponibles los libritos para el Congreso, la reunin de tres das de personas ofreciendo enriquecimiento educativo y espiritual y el

crecimiento en la fe para todos los catlicos. El viernes es para los catequistas; el sbado es para todos los fieles; y el domingo es para la juventud. Los del tercer ao de Confirmacin en las Iglesias de Santa Mara y Santa Katerina son obligadoas a participar al Da Juvenil, el domingo; su inscripcin es a travs nuestra oficina. Los dems, inscrbase hoy: www.dioceseoffresno.org/congress FIESTA DE LA FE Padrenuestro Esta oracin refleja claramente la intimidad que Dios tena con su Padre, con su "Abb"; por ello no tiene como fin primordial pedirle a Dios el pan para el diario vivir. Tiene como primera finalidad glorificar su nombre, reconocer su divinidad y pedir que ese reino de justicia, de paz, de igualdad entre los pueblos venga ya mismo. Estas obras del Reino de Dios anunciado por Jess, a veces casi imperceptibles, es lo que pedimos que venga, es lo que estamos comprometidos a hacer una realidad. Slo hasta que hemos pedido que se haga la voluntad divina, en nuestra vida, es entonces que pedimos pan para no desfallecer. No slo pan material que sacie nuestra hambre, sino del pan eucarstico que sacia el hambre ms profunda de los cristianos. La Eucarista como pan, no es fruto de nuestro crecimiento humano, sino que es don divino; es Dios mismo que se nos da por amor para que no andemos "como ovejas sin pastor". El comer este pan que pedimos tiene consecuencias de perdn y reconciliacin; de crear un estilo de vida diferente que glorifique el nombre de Dios con palabras y obras. "Que se haga su voluntad, as en la tierra como en el cielo". MUCHAS GRACIAS Muchas gracias al Sr. Carlos Alfaro y Sr. Carlos Rojas por construir la valla alrededor del acondicionador de aire. Que Dios los bendiga. NUESTRA MISIN Como discpulos de Cristo, nosotros, los feligreses de la Comunidad Catlica de Santa Mara y de Santa Katerina, proclamamos nuestra misin de tres-doblez: adorar a Dios, compartir nuestra fe, y servir a los que son necesitados.

BAUTISMO DE INFANTES/BEBES Los padres y padrinos necesitan asistir a las clases de preparacin antes del bautismo. Ven a la oficina con el certificado de nacimiento para registrarse. Los bautizos en espaol se celebran el primer domingo del mes. La prxima clase ser el viernes, 7 de octubre, 7-8:30 pm en el saln 1, calles Norte y Bethel. RITO DE LA INICIACIN CRISTIANA DE ADULTOS (RICA) La RICA es un proceso para preparar a los adultos, nios y jvenes (7 aos de edad y ms) a celebrar los sacramentos de la iniciacin cristiana (Bautismo, Confirmacin, Eucarista). Las clases en espaol para adultos se dan los sbados de las 9 a 10:30 am, para los nios los domingos de 9 a 10:30 am. Los padres de los nios deben participar a la Santa Misa todos los domingos. Para ms informacin llame a Jessie Avery, 875-8187. MATRIMONIO/VALIDACIN DEL MATRIMONIO CIVIL Las parejas que desean celebrar este sacramento deben parar por o llamar la oficina parroquial para un formulario de inscripcin del PreMatrimonio. Las parejas deben dar por lo menos cuatro meses de su intencin del matrimonio. Ellas necesitan encontrarse con un sacerdote antes de poner la fecha de su boda. Los que todava falta la Primera Comunin o la Confirmacin deben registrarse a las clases de la RICA. UNCIN DE LOS ENFERMOS Por favor llame a la oficina (8752025) y hable con un sacerdote para programar el sacramento tan pronto como sepa que tendra una operacin, antes de entrar al hospital o si es necesario en caso de cualquier enfermedad seria o de un accidente. QUINCEAERA/O Los jvenes DEBEN asistir a las clases de Formacin de Fe o Iniciacin Cristiana (RICA) y participar regularmente a la Misa todos los domingos. Hable con Helen Gomez (473-7737) por los menos un ao antes de la celebracin. Page 7

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