Hope Guevara

St. James Catholic Church

Bulletin 515358

Office Phone: 830-672-2945

Fax Phone: 830-672-1058

Catholic Community of Gonzales and Waelder

417 N. College St. Gonzales, Texas 78629

Phones:

Parish Office........................... (830) 672-2945 Fax ........................................... (830) 672-1058 Religious Education .............. (830) 672-6291 Sacred Heart Hall .................. (830) 672-6230 E-Mails: Fr. Stan Fiuk……………………...sfiuk@hotmail.com Fr. Michael Peinemann……..mep39 joanofarc@gmail.com Parish Office……………………..catholic@stx.rr.com CCD Office………………………...prodz@stx.rr.com Website: ……………………………ccgaw.org Saint James

At College and St. Lawrence

Sacred Heart At St. John and St. Lawrence

Saint Patrick In Waelder on Hwy 90

Our Mission

The St. James and Sacred Heart Catholic communities – blessed with the love of the Father, through faith in Jesus Christ and with guidance from the Holy Spirit – will work together to form one unified Catholic and apostolic Church committed to hospitality, stewardship and fellowship among diverse parishioners through religious education and a dedication to believing, living and sharing the Word of God.

Parish Staff: Rev. Canon Stan Fiuk…………………………...Pastor Rev. Michael Peinemann……..….Parochial Vicar Rev. Mr. Terry Brennan……………………….Deacon Rev. Mr. John Klapuch………………………..Deacon Rev. Mr. Alfonso Moreno…………………….Deacon Mrs. Hope Guevara………………………….Secretary Mrs. Charlene Baker……………………Bookkeeper Mrs. Patricia Gonzalez……..Director of Relig. Ed Mr. Tim Decker………… Custodian/Maintenance

MASS INTENTIONS Monday, 3/18 7:00 A.M. For The People of The Parish (SJ)Tuesday, 3/19 7:00 A.M. Jeanie Scranton by Coco Family (SJ) 9:30 A.M. For Vocations (TN) 6:00 P.M. For The People of The Parish (SP) Wednesday, 3/20 7:00 A.M. For The People of The Parish (SJ) 10:00 A.M. For The Homeless (HN) 5:30 P.M. Ludwig Molnoskey by Family (SJ) Billy James Benes by Sherry, Betty Jo & Rando Thursday, 3/21 7:00 A.M. For The People of The Parish (SJ) 12:00 P.M. John Tabera by Smokey/Donna Spahn (SH) Friday, 3/22 7:00 A.M. For the Safety of Our Children (SH) Saturday, 3/23 5:30 P.M. Inez O. Ramirez by Family (SJ) Joe Vega, Jr. by Family Ben Gallardo by Priscilla Finch/Skipper Irle Ben Barborak by Bernice Barborak/Family Martha Kresta by Lizzy/P.J. Fouche Sunday, 3/24 8:00 A.M. Hilario Campos by Family (SH) Benita Reyes by Family Deceased Members of Esparza Family by Family 9:30 A.M. Pearl Welfel by Millie Janota (SJ) Frank/Mary Kuntschik by Family 11:30 AM. Nicolas Esparza, Sr. by Family (SP) 5:15 P.M. For The People of The Parishes (SH)

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Ministers for Next Sunday Thank You for Serving

5:30 PM Lector: Holly Coco Min. of Comm.: Deacon Mildred/Kermit Thiele Ushers: Volunteers 8:00 AM Lector: Jesus Gonzalez/Lupe Mendoza Yolanda delaBarreda Min. of Comm.: Deacon Alfonso Mario Moreno/Evelyn Soto Abel/Lidia Ascencio Ushers: Volunteers 9:30 AM Lector: Lena Hernandez Min. of Comm.: Deacon Bonnie SanMiguel/LeticiaCenotti Ushers: Volunteers 11:30 AM Lector: LaClaire Hermann/Rosalba Villegas Min. of Comm.: Deacon Alfonso Ruben/Lupe Cedillo Ushers: Volunteers 5:15 PM Lector: Pam Such Min. of Comm.: Deacon Shari Stefinsky/Donna Spahn Ushers: Volunteers

Sacrificial Giving: Thank You! St. James $3,956.32 Sacred Heart $1,914.40 St. Patrick $ 939.79

The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom should I fear? — Psalm 27:1

STAND FIRM IN THE LORD It is not hard to imagine, in this age of wars, evil groups bent on the destruction of humanity, and political follies, that the words of Saint Paul were so accurate, even for his time. It seems that the world never changes. Paul says, “Many . . . conduct themselves as enemies of the cross of Christ. Their end is their destruction . . . Their minds are occupied with earthly things” (Philippians 3:18, 19). The result is the destruction of innocent people and of the Earth itself. But Paul says to the Philippians, “our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we also await a savior, the Lord Jesus Christ” (3:20). He will “change our lowly body to conform with his glorified body” (3:21). Note that he says “body” rather than “bodies.” He is talking about the whole community of believers, who, following the example of Jesus and of Paul, will come into the glory of God. So “stand firm in the Lord” (4:1). Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

MANTENTE FIRME EN EL SEÑOR No es difícil imaginar, en esta época de guerras, que grupos malvados tiendan a la destrucción de la humanidad y locuras políti-cas, que las palabras de san Pablo fueron tan precisas, aún para el tiempo en que vivió. Pareciera que el mundo nunca cambia. Pablo dice “muchos se comportan como enemigos de la cruz de Cristo. Para los que piensan en cosas terrenas, su destino es la perdición. . . (Filipenses 3: 18, 19). El resultado es la destrucción de personas inocentes y del planeta mismo. Pero Pablo dice a los filipenses: “somos ciudadanos del cielo, de donde esperamos como salvador a Jesucristo el Señor” (3:20). Él “transformará nuestro cuerpo frágil en un cuerpo glorioso semejante al suyo” (3:21). Nota que él dice “cuerpo” en lugar de “cuerpos”. Él habla acerca de la com-pleta comunidad de creyentes, quienes, siguiendo el ejemplo de Jesús y Pablo, vendrán a la gloria de Dios. Así que “¡manténganse firmes en el Señor!” (4:1). Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.

Just as the Lord gave Abraham, Moses and the Israelites a land to possess, He has also given each of us a home. Whether your home is grand or humble, it is a gift from God. Abraham prepared a great sacrifice to the Lord in gratitude for the home God gave him. How do you show your gratitude to God for the home He has given you? Do you make a sacrifice of any kind? Do you return any of your finances to God, investing equally in your eternal home just as you invest in your earthly home?

Así como el Señor le dio a Abraham, a Moisés y a los israelitas una tierra que poseer, Él también nos ha dado a cada uno de nosotros un hogar. Ya sea que tu hogar sea grande o humilde, es un regalo de Dios. Abraham preparó un gran sacrificio al Señor en gratitud por el hogar que Dios le dio. Cómo demuestras tu gratitud a Dios por el hogar que Él te ha dado? Haces un sacrificio de algún tipo? Reintegras algo de tus ganancias a Dios, invirtiendo igualmente en tu hogar eterno, así como inviertes en tu hogar terrenal?

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Feast of St. Patrick: Greetings and blessings in the name Christ Jesus! I want to extend my well wishes and blessings as you celebrate the feast of St. Patrick on March 17. May Jesus continue to bless and guide all of you in your life of faith and your journey as a community of God. Know that I am praying for you and the Community of St. Patrick Parish, especially on your feast day; I ask that you keep the Archdiocese of San Anto-nio and me in your prayers as well. Most Reverend Gustavo Garcia-Siller, M.Sp.S., Archbishop of San Antonio. Advocacy Day- Save the Date! On Tuesday, April 4, 2017, Catholics from across the Lone Star State will unite for the 2017 Texas Catholic Faith In Action Advocacy Day in Austin. Legis-lative Advocacy Days are an opportunity for Catholics around the state to participate in the political process by voicing the concerns of the Texas Bishops. Participants are invited to visit the State Capitol and meet with legislative staff to discuss the Bishops’ Legislative Concerns regarding issues that affect the life and dignity of the people of Texas. If you are interested in participating in Catholic Advocacy Day visit our website at www.archsa.org/Advocacy-day. Lenten Ecumenical Gatherings: will be held every Wednes-day, 12 noon at First Baptist Church. Lunch will not be pro-vided following the service. The Lenten Mission Presence: The Mystery of the Eucharist continues this week with The Story of the Eucharist looks at how the Eucharist was prefigured in the Old Testament as well as in Jesus’ miracles and teaching. The evening will offer oppor-tunities for prayer, reflection and deeper understanding of the mystery of our faith. Thursday, March 21 at 7:00 PM in the Saint James Sanctuary. Additional Mission Nights: March 28: Bread for the Journey and a bonus evening April 4: Biblical Foundations of the Eucha-rist-for those who want to drive deeper into scripture and apolo-getics. Lenten Daily Masses: Mass each morning Mon-Fri 7 am, St. James; also Tue 6 pm (SP), Wed 5:30 pm (SJ), Thu 12 pm (SH). Stations of the Cross: Wed 6 pm (SJ), Fri 6:30 pm (SH, SP) Parish Penance Service: Wednesday, March 27, 6 pm (SJ). Gonzales Catholic Cemetery clean-up will be Saturday, March 23 at 9 am. In case of bad weather, the clean-up will be held on March 30th. Parishioners who have placed items that are not allowed under cemetery rules and regulations, please remove.

2nd Collection Today: St. Patrick - Jeremiah Fund. Eucharistic Adoration this Friday, 7 am - 8 pm: Sacred Heart.

Fiesta de San Patricio: Saludos y bendiciones en el nombre de Cristo Jesús! Quiero extender mis buenos deseos y bendiciones al celebrar la fiesta de San Patricio el 17 de marzo. Que Jesús con-tinúe bendiciéndolos y guiándolos en su vida de fe y en su viaje como comunidad de Dios. Sepa que estoy orando por usted y por la comunidad de la parroquia de St. Patrick, especialmente en su día festivo; Les pido que también mantengan a la Arquidiócesis de San Antonio y a mí en sus oraciones. Muy Reverendo Gustavo Garcia-Siller, M.Sp.S., Arzobispo de San Antonio. Jornada Católica- Reserva el día! El martes 4 de abril de 2017, los Católicos de Texas nos uniremos para participar en la Jornada Católica por Texas en la ciudad de Austin. Nuestra participación en esta jornada legislativa es la oportunidad que tenemos como Católicos de ser partícipes del proceso político en nuestro Estado, dando voz a los asuntos de interés para nuestros Obispos. Los participantes podrán visitar el Capitolio del Estado y reunirse con el personal de apoyo legislativo para discutir los asuntos que más nos preocupan y que afectan la vida y la dignidad del pueblo de Texas. Si estás interesado en participar en la Jornada Católica por Texas, visita el sitio de Internet: www.archsa.org/Advocacy-day. Servicios Ecuménicos Cuaresmales: se llevará a cabo todos los miércoles, 12 del mediodía en First Baptist Church. No se pro-porcionará almuerzo después del servicio. La presencia de la Misión de Cuaresma: El Misterio de la Euca-ristía continua esta semana con La historia de la Eucaristía anali-za cómo la Eucaristía fue prefigurada en el Antiguo Testamento, así como en los milagros y enseñanzas de Jesús. La tarde ofrecerá oportunidades para la oración, la reflexión y una comprensión más profunda del misterio de nuestra fe. Jueves 21 de marzo a las 7:00 PM en St. James Santuary. Noches de Misión adicionales: 28 de marzo: Pan para el Viaje y una noche de bonificación 4 de abril: Fundamentos Bíblicos de la Eucaristía- Misas durante Cuaresma: Misa cada mañana de lunes a viernes de 7 am, St. James; también el martes 6:00 pm (SP), miércoles 5:30 pm (SJ), jueves 12 pm, (SH). Vía Crucis: el miércoles 6 pm (SJ), el viernes 6:30 pm (SH, SP). Servicio de Penitencia Parroquial: miércoles, 27 de marzo, 6 pm (SJ) La limpieza del Cementerio Católico de Gonzales será el sába-do 23 de marzo a las 9 am. En caso de mal tiempo, la limpieza se llevará a cabo el 30 de marzo. Los feligreses que han colocado artículos que no están permitidos bajo las reglas y regulaciones del cementerio, por favor de levantar.

2a Colecta Hoy: San Patricio - Fundo de Jeremías. Adoración Eucarística Adoración Eucarística el Viernes, 7 am - 8 pm: Sacred Heart.

The Holy Rosary will be recited before the 9:30 A.M. mass by the following: 1st Sunday-Youth, 2nd Sunday-St. James Altar Society, 3rd Sunday-Catholic Daughters of America, 4th Sunday-Knights of Columbus, and 5th Sunday-Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus. El Santo Rosario se reza cada Domingo antes de la misa de 8:00 A.M. Divine Mercy Monday-Thursday @ 3 pm at Sacred Heart Church. The Holy Rosary will be recited every Monday @ 6:30 P.M. at Sacred Heart Church. Bible Study every Monday @ 7:00 P.M. in the Sacred Heart Hall. Estudio Bíblico Lunes a las 7:00 P.M. en el Salón de Sacred Heart. Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help every Wednesday after 5:30 P.M. Mass at St. James Church. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament every First Friday after the 6:30 A.M. Mass. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament every First Tuesday after the 6 P.M. Mass.

Sacred Heart Guadalupanas will meet every first Saturday of the month and participate in the 8:00 A.M. Mass every first Sunday of the month. St. Patrick’s Guadalupanas will meet every first Sunday of the month. Knights of Columbus participate in the 9:30 A.M. Mass every fourth Sunday of the month and meet at 7 P.M. every second Wednesday of the month at the K.C. Hall. Officer/Business meeting held on the last Tues-day of the month at 6 P.M. The Altar Society will meet every second Tuesday of the month in the conference room at 9 A.M. ACTS Core Committee will meet every third Tuesday of the month in the conference room at 6 P.M. Catholic Daughters of America will meet every fourth Tuesday of the month in the St. James Hall at 6 P.M. Sacred Heart Choir practice every Tuesday at 7 pm at Sacred Heart Parish Hall .

Week-At-A-Glance Sun Mar 17, 11 am……………………...…………..No CCD K-6 Tue Mar 19, 5:30 pm, Rectory ……………………..Finance Mtg. Tue Mar 19, 6 pm, SJPR………………………..ACTS Core Mtg. Tue Mar 19, 6:30 pm, SPC………………...Pastoral Council Mtg. Wed Mar 20, 6:30 pm………………..………………...CCD 7-12 Fri Mar 22, SHC……………………...........Eucharistic Adoration Sun Mar 24, 11 am……………………………………...CCD K-6 Sun Mar 24, 6:15 pm, SHC……………………......Baptism Class

READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Dn 9:4b-10; Ps 79:8, 9, 11, 13; Lk 6:36-38 Tuesday: 2 Sm 7:4-5a, 12-14a, 16; Ps 89:2-5, 27, 29; Rom 4:13, 16-18, 22; Mt 1:16, 18-21, 24a or Lk 2:41-51a Wednesday: Jer 18:18-20; Ps 31:5-6, 14-16; Mt 20:17-28 Thursday: Jer 17:5-10; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Lk 16:19-31 Friday: Gn 37:3-4, 12-13a; 17b-28a; Ps 105:16-21; Mt 21:33-43, 45-46 Saturday: Mi 7:14-15, 18-20; Ps 103:1-4, 9-12; Lk 15:1-3, 11-32 Sunday: Ex 3:1-8a, 13-15; Ps 103:1-4, 6-8, 11; 1 Cor 10:1-6, 10-12; Lk 13:1-9 Alternate readings (Year A): Ex 17:3-7; Ps 95:1-2, 6-9; Rom 5:1-2, 5-8; Jn 4:5-42 [5-15, 19b-26, 39a, 40-42]

Bulletin deadline is Monday at Noon. Please send your ministry news to: catholic@stx.rr.com.

Office Hours Monday-Friday 8:00—12:00 PM

12:30 PM—4:30 PM

Sacrament of Baptism Interview with Parents

Bring State Birth Certificate—required Second Tuesday of Each Month

anytime between 7:00 and 8:30 PM at office or second Tuesday of Each Month

anytime between 5:00 and 6:00 PM at St. Patrick or by special appointment with Deacon.

Class for Parents and Godparents 4th Sunday of Each Month

6:15 PM at Sacred Heart Baptism celebrated at the end of any Sunday Mass

Preparation may be done before child is born.

Sacrament of Marriage Please Call Office

At least Six Months Prior to wedding

Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession)

Saturday 4:30-5:15 PM (St. James) Tuesday 5:15-5:45 PM (St. Patrick)

Immediately before or after Masses (on request) or by special appointment

Adult Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist Call office or join our RCIA group

Quinceanera Requirements Effective Oct 1st, 2018 changes have been made for Quinceanera scheduling. Must be attending

CCD beginning Jr. High and complete 7th and 8th grade and be enrolled in 9th grade. No more than 6 absences each year. No pre reservations are to be made until you have clearance from church office.

Mass Schedule Saturday

5:30 PM—St. James Sunday

8:00 AM—Sacred Heart (Spanish) 9:30 AM—St. James

11:30 AM—St. Patrick (Spanish/English) 5:15 PM—Sacred Heart

Monday No Masses Tuesday

6:30 AM—St. James 9:30 AM—Texan Nursing/Rehab.

6:00 PM—St. Patrick (Spanish/English) Wednesday

10:00 AM—The Heights Nursing/Rehab. 5:30 PM—St. James

Thursday 12:00 PM—Sacred Heart

Friday 6:30 AM—St. James (every other week—

Sacred Heart)