I H M CHURCH Pastor: Rev. Gabriel Ruiz, C.M.F. Associate Pastor: Rev. Malachy I. Osunwa, C.M.F. DEACONS Mr. Jorge Bonilla-Valentín Mr. Alfonso Cervantes OFFICE STAFF Patricia Vásquez - Business Manager Michelle Marín - Parish Secretary Lisa Martinez - Weekend Secretary Sandra Burks - Sacristan/Housekeeper Martin Piña - Maintenance Mary Salas - D.R.E. ST. ANTHONY CLARET COMMUNITY Rev. Gabriel Ruiz, C.M.F. Rev. Stephen Sherwood, C.M.F. Rev. Len Brown, C.M.F. Rev. Thomas Thennady, C.M.F. Rev. Malachy I. Osunwa, C.M.F. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament First Friday of the Month 6:30 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. MASS SCHEDULE SATURDAY / SÁBADO 8:00 A.M. (Marian Mass) Español 5:30 P.M. (Vigil) English (Ingles) SUNDAY / DOMINGO 9:00 A.M. English (Ingles) 10:30 A.M. Español (Spanish) 12:00 P.M. Español (Spanish) 5:00 P.M. Español (Spanish) MONDAY—FRIDAY / 12:00 P.M. Español (Spanish) CONFESSIONS / CONFESIONES Saturday (Sábado) 4:30 P.M. – 5:15 P.M. or by appointment CCD OFFICE Saturday-Sunday from 10 A.M.-2 P.M. (210) 251-4826 A.C.T.S. Core Juan Ramirez

Altar Servers Richard Salas Breakfast Ministry Graciela Rivera Cristo Rey Society Clara Nieto Eucharistic Ministry Gerardo Naylor Environment Graciela Rivera Finance Committee Mario Riojas Guadalupanas Society Elena Salinas IHM Young Adults Maria Ramos Knights of Columbus Silvester Mireles

Mission Statement

Immaculate Heart of Mary is a home for all! We strive to bring people to God through the celebrations of the sacraments and the Word of God while addressing the special and spiritual needs of the parish: the poor, the youth, the elderly, the physically chal-lenged, the family and maintaining a multi-cultural heritage. Inmaculado Corazón de María es un hogar para todos! Nos esforzamos para llevar a la gente a Dios a través de la celebración de los sacramentos y la palabra de Dios, respon-diendo a las necesidades especiales y espirituales de la parroquia: los pobres, los jóvenes, los ancianos, los discapacitados, la familia y manteniendo un patrimonio multi-cultural.

OFFICE HOURS MONDAY-FRIDAY 9:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. 2:00 P.M. - 5:30 P.M. SUNDAY 8:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.

Immaculate Heart of Mary Church 617 South Santa Rosa Ave. San Antonio, TX 78204 (210) 226-8268 Fax (210) 226-2412

Claretian Missionaries/Misioneros Claretianos OVER 100 YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY

Website: www.ihmsatx.org E-mail: admin@ihmsatx.org

Fifth Sunday of Easter May 14, 2017

Lectors Nancy Sierra Liturgy Committee Nancy Sierra Men’s Club Fred Rodríguez Pastoral Council Terry Olguin Religious Education Mary Salas Senior Program Olga Gonzales Ushers Julio Sierra Wedding Coordinator Lisa Martinez Women’s Club Estella Rodriguez Youth Ministry Julio Sierra

Parish Organizations Directory

Hail Mary full of grace, the Lord is with thee.

blessed art thou amongst women,

and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus.

Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners,

now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

Fifth Sunday of Easter May 14, 2017

“I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father

except through me.” — John 14:6

TODAY’S READINGS First Reading — To meet their growing needs, the com-munity chooses seven reputable men to serve the new Greek believers (Acts 6:1-7). Psalm — Lord, let your mercy be on us, as we place our trust in you (Psalm 33). Second Reading — We, like living stones, let ourselves be built into a spiritual house (1 Peter 2:4-9). Gospel — “Show us the Father,” Philip asks Jesus. To which Jesus replies: “Whoever sees me, sees the Fa-ther” (John 14:1-12).

Classes &Dates PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!

For Registration requirements you can call the office, visit our website at www.ihmsatx.org or email us at admin@ihmsatx.org Registration closes the Friday, one week before the Baptism date. Register in the Parish office M–F 9am-1pm & 2pm-5:30pm.

PRIVATE BAPTISMS

Please remember that baptisms are a community event as we are welcoming the Child into the Catholic Community. Private bap-tisms should only be requested for medical emergencies and mili-tary deployment urgencies.

BAPTISM CLASSES May 26, 2017 (Espanol)

GROUP BAPTISM Saturday, May 27nd (Espanol)

BAPTISM CLASSES June 16, 2017 (Espanol)

GROUP BAPTISM Saturday, June 17th (Espanol)

BIBLE STUDY/ ESTUDIO DE BIBLIA English--Every Thursday at 6:30pm in the Parish office Conference room. Contact Deacon Alfonso Cervantes at 210-355-9105. Español-Domingos a las 10:15am. Estudio de Biblia que será los Miércoles empieza otra vez en Enero. Para mas información: Francisco Salazar 260-5880.

FORMATION & SPIRITUALITY

LECTURAS DE HOY Primera lectura — Eligieron a siete hombres, llenos del Espíritu Santo (Hechos 6:1-7). Salmo — Señor, que tu misericordia esté con nosotros mientras ponemos nuestra confianza en ti (Salmo 33 [32]). Segunda lectura — Ustedes son una raza elegida, un reino de sacerdotes (1 Pedro 2:4-9). Evangelio — Yo soy el camino, la verdad y la vida (Juan 14:1-12).

Quinto Domingo de Pascua 14 de mayo de 2017

“Yo soy el camino, la verdad y la vida. Nadie va al Padre si no es por mí”.

— Juan 14:6

NOCHE DE COMUNIDAD Every 3rd Monday we have community night for prayer, praise and community fellowship. Everyone is invited. Come and see! ***Cada tercer Lunes tenemos la noche de la comunidad que es para alabanza, oración, y compañerismo. Invitamos a to-dos.

UPCOMING 2017 RETREATS We have a few dates for upcoming retreat. Take some time to nourish your soul and spirit. Don’t wait until it is too late! ***Tenemos unas fechas para retiros en 2017. Favor de crear un tiempecito para retro-alimentar su alma. Es uno de los se-cretos de paz y felicidad. No esperes hasta que sea demasiado tarde. • June 1-4--Men’s ACTS Retreat in English • July 13-16--Teen’s A.C.T.S. Retreat in English

COMMISSIONING MASS FOR PASTORAL MINISTRIES AMBASSADORS

Archbishop Gustavo is pleased to invite you to be part of the volunteer program, Pastoral Ministries Ambassadors. By becoming a Pastoral Ministries Ambassador, you will have the opportunity to share your talents through your service as you participate in exciting events such as V Encuentro and Assembly 2017. 9am-2pm, Saturday, July 8, 2017 Church of the Holy Spirit, 8134 Blanco Rd. For more information/RSVP: Karen Vega 210-734-1648 or karen.vega@archsa.org

MONTHLY HOLY HOUR/HORA SANTA First Fridays-We have Holy Hour and Eucharistic Adoration at 6:30pm. Come and spend time with Our Lord in the Blessed Eucharist! Los primer Viernes-Tenemos la hora Santa y Ado-ración del Santísimo a las 6:30pm. Vengan a com-partir unos momentos en la presencia de Jesús Sacramentado.

ALTAR FLOWERS In honor of all Mothers who love, teach and protect us. May the Lord bless and keep you

always. We Love You!

BREAKFAST Will NOT be served so that all Mothers can celebrate with their families.

SANCTUARY LIGHT In loving memory of all deceased Mothers who have gone before us. May the Perpetual light

shine upon them.

COMMUNION REHEARSAL Tuesday, May 16th from 6:30pm-8:30pm is rehearsal for Com-munion. Be sure your child is ready to receive their Sacrament. Speak to the CCD office today! ***El Martes, 16 de Mayo de 6:30pm-8:30pm es el ensayo para la Primera Comunión. Asegúrese de que su hijo este listo para recibir su Sacramento.

Petra Rodriguez Tommy Contreras Hector Lomas Margaret Perez

Dorthy Yanta Petra Ramirez Rosalinda A. Vohs Omar Bustamante

Carrie Ellen King Joe De Leon Maria C. Carreon Rudy Diaz

If you would like a name to be put on the prayer list please call the parish office at 210-226-8268 or email admin@ihmsatx.org

SATURDAY, MAY 13 5:30 p.m. Susana O. Gonzales Ernestina Barrera Ann. SUNDAY, MAY 14 9:00 a.m. All Mothers Living and Deceased Sp. Int. 10:30 a.m. All Mothers Living and Deceased Sp. Int. 12:00 p.m. All Mothers Living and Deceased Sp. Int. 5:00 p.m. ALL PARISHIONERS Sp. Int. MONDAY, MAY 15 12:00 p.m. Remador L. Frane Ann. Esilida Sanchez Sara Isabel Rodriguez Benigna Pineda Almaraz TUESDAY, MAY 16 12:00 p.m. La Pieta Thanksgiving WEDNESDAY, MAY 17 12:00 p.m. Rudy Diaz Health THURSDAY, MAY 18 12:00 p.m. Eric Garcia B/D Miguel Angel Garcia Soledad Uribe B/D FRIDAY, MAY 19 12:00 p.m. Mr. & Mrs. Jesse Garza Olinda de Morales Aloma Garza SATURDAY, MAY 20 8:00 a.m. Irene Rios

Deadline for Mass intention requests must be submitted by Tuesday for the following week or any dates after and only upon availability. El ultimo día para solicitar intenciones de Misa debe ser en-viada antes del Martes para la semana siguiente o cualquier fecha posterior y solo cuando este disponible.

WEEKLY COLLECTION TOTALS MAY 7, 2017 Regular Collection: $3569.92 Assumption Seminary: $577.75 Children’s Collection: $236.75 Second collection will be gathered for the Catholic Charities. Thank you for your generosity.

BREAKFAST MINISTRY SCHEDULE May 21st—Choirs May 28th—Lectors June 4th—Ushers June 11th—Estudio de Biblia

FATHERS DAY ENVELOPES Father’s Day Offering envelopes are now available. We will be making a list of all Fathers written on the envelopes. The list of Fathers will be in the Father’s Day bulletin. Tenemos los sobres de Día de los Padres. Vamos hacer una lista de todos los nombres de los Padres que escribieron en los sobres. Vamos a poner la lista en el boletín de Día de los Padres.

CONFIRMATION AND FIRST COMMUNION The Confirmation Ceremony will be held on Saturday, May 20th at the 5:30pm Mass. The Communion Ceremonies will be held on Sunday, May 21st. At the 9am in English and 12pm in Spanish Masses.

MOTHERS DAY Dear Lord, we are blessed with loving mothers. As you were blessed with a loving mother. Help us to remember to honor and care for them as they have cared for us since the beginning of life. We cherish our mothers as you have cherished our blessed Mary. Please keep us close in your loving embrace, and protect us al-ways. Amen. The Claretian Missionaries and staff of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church want to wish all Mother’s a blessed day!

CONFIRMATION REHEARSAL Thursday, May 18th from 6:30pm-8:30pm is rehearsal for Confir-mation. Be sure your child is ready to receive their Sacrament. Speak to the CCD office today! ***El Jueves, 18 de Mayo de 6:30pm-8:30pm es el ensayo para la Confirmación.

NEW USHERS / UJIERES NUEVOS The Ushers Ministry is in need of Ushers for each Mass. Anyone who is interested in joining and being a part of this Ministry, please contact Julio Sierra at 210-807-0059. Thank you! ***El Ministerio de los Ujieres tienen necesidad de Ujieres pa-ra cada Misa. Cualquier persona interesada en ser Ujier por favor de contactar a Julio Sierra a 210-807-0059. Gracias!

WEDDINGS / QUINCEAÑERAS If you are planning a Wedding you need to contact the Parish office for requirements at least six months prior to the de-sired date. If you are planning a Quinceañera you need to contact the Parish office for requirements at least two months prior to the desired date.

IHM RETREAT CENTER and PARISH HALL The Retreat Center and Parish Hall are available for rental. Please contact the Parish office for more details.

GIFT SHOP VOLUNTEERS NEEDED We are looking for Parishioners who would like to volun-teer to help in the Parish Gift Shop on Sunday’s only. If you or anyone you know is interested in volunteering please call the Parish Office at 226-8268. Must be bilin-gual.

RESTORATION OF OUR STATUES If any organization/club/group/ministry or individuals would like to sponsor the restoration of any of our other images please contact Fr. Gabriel or the Parish office. We appreciate your support and generosity. A plaque will be added to the image with the name of the sponsor. ***Si alguna organización/club/grupo/ministerio o per-sona individual desean patrocinar la restauración de al-guna otra imagen de la iglesia favor de contactar el P. Gabriel o la oficina parroquial. Apreciamos su apoyo y generosidad. Una placa será colocada a la imagen en reconocimiento del patrocinador.

2017 ARCHBISHOPS APPEAL We would like to Thank all of those who have donated to the Archbishops Appeal. Our Parish Goal is $8,866.00 we have raised $4,690.00.Your gift to the Appeal will support programs to serve those in need, and to provide evangelization for youth, young adults, and families. Your gift to the Appeal is essential to serving the spiritual and physical needs of Christ's people in our community. You can make your gift by filling out the Appeal pledge envelope, or give online at www.archsa.org. Thank you for your generosity!

***Nos gustaría agradecer a todos aquellos que han donado a la apelación anual del Arzobispo. Nuestra meta parroquial son $8,866.00, de lo cual hemos llegado a la cantidad de $4,690.00. Con nuestra colaboración apoyaremos programas a favor de los necesitados, proveer evangelización para jóvenes, adultos y fa-milias. Su ayuda a esta campaña es esencial para continuar sirviendo a las necesidades materiales y espirituales de nuestra comunidad. Puede hacer su donación completando el sobre de la promesa de apelación, o dar en línea en www.archsa.org. ¡Gracias por su generosidad!