Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish · 2019-09-18 · LỚp HỌC TIẾNG anh MIỂN phi Các ngày...

20
Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish 281-463-7878 www.SeasCatholic.org

Transcript of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish · 2019-09-18 · LỚp HỌC TIẾNG anh MIỂN phi Các ngày...

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: September 24, 2017 1

 

 

 

Sa int E l i zabeth Ann Seton Par i sh 281-463-7878 www.SeasCatholic.org

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: September 24, 2017 2

 

Sept. 18: I Timothy 2:1-8 Psalm 28 Luke 7:1-10 Sept. 19: I Timothy 3:1-13 Psalm 101 Luke 7:11-17 Sept. 20: I Timothy 3:14-16 Psalm 111 Luke 7:31-35 Sept. 21: Ephesians 4:1-7, 11-13 Psalm 19 Matthew 9:9-13 Sept. 22: I Timothy 6:2c-12 Psalm 49 Luke 8:1-3 Sept. 23: I Timothy 6:13-16 Psalm 100 Luke 8:4-15

On the Cover: Red Vineyards near Arles. Vincent van Gogh, 1888. Oil on Canvas. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow. This is the only painting that van Gogh sold in his lifetime.

Ruth and the Fami ly

Ruth shows family to be at the center of God’s plan By Dr. Jeff Mirus — Sep 05, 2017 The Book of Ruth in the Old Testament is very short, only about three times the length of this little essay. It is a charming account of how Ruth, a Moabite who had married one of Naomi’s sons, accompanied her mother-in-law back to her ancestral home in Bethlehem after both her husband and her sons had died on their homestead in Moab. More than anything else, the story of Ruth emphasiz-es devotion to the God of Israel and the importance of strong family ties. It may seem superfluous to call special attention to God’s side of the faith-and-family equation in this book, for it is obvious. The characters repeatedly seek to do what is right in God’s sight, and constantly call upon Him to bless their efforts. It will be sufficient here to recall how Ruth convinced her mother-in-law not to make her go back to her parents when Naomi, bereaved of not only her hus-band but both sons, decided to return to Judah. Her two widowed daughters-in-law loved Naomi and wished to accompany her, but Ruth alone overcame Naomi’s reluctance to take them away from all that they knew. “See, your sister-in-law has gone back to her people and to her gods; return after your sister-in-law,” Naomi said. But Ruth replied in one of the most famous speeches in all of Scripture:

Entreat me not to leave you or to return from following you; for where you go, I will go, and where you lodge I will lodge; your people shall be my peo-ple, and your God my God; where you die I will die and there will I be bur-ied. May the LORD do so to me and more also if even death parts me from you. [Ruth 1:15-17]

Clearly Ruth has a rare devotion to God, and a rare devotion to the woman who had taught her how to worship Him. Family relationships From this point on, Ruth’s story revolves around the recovery of strong family relationships which have otherwise been lost. It is thoroughly rooted in the rights and duties of family members under the Covenant in Israel. Throughout Scrip-ture, Jewish women (and their husbands) felt it was a reproach to them to fail to have children—a great sorrow which often had social repercussions. Repeated-ly, beginning with Abraham’s wife Sarah, we also witness near-miraculous births to aging women who have poured out their grief to God. In fact, immediately after the Book of Ruth closes, at the very start of the First Book of Samuel, we find a childless woman, Hannah, in the Temple, overwhelmed with sadness, si-lently lamenting her barrenness:

As she continued praying before the LORD…Eli [the priest] took her to be a drunken woman. And Eli said to her, “How long will you be drunken? Put away your wine from you.” But Hannah answered, “No, my lord, I am a

Continued on page 6...

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: September 24, 2017 3

 

Ruth and the Family………….……....…….. p. 2 Live Auction and Dinner…....…..………..... p. 3 Stewardship Report………….….………...... p. 4 Lourdes Virtual Pilgrimage..……..………... p. 5 Ruth and the Family (cont.)………..………p .6 Anuncios en Español.................................. p. 7 That Man is You…………..……….….……... p. 8 St. Vincent dePaul Report……..…..…..….. p. 9

How to Pray the Rosary….…......…...... p. 10 Guide to Confession……….…….….... p. 11 Noticias en Español....……...…..…...... p. 12 Gingerbread Holiday market.……..… p. 13 Mass Intentions …………..……...……... p. 14 Sick List………………………...…….…… p. 15 Parish Directory…………………………. p. 16 St. Vincent dePaul Feast Day….Back Cover

Mass Schedule Monday—Friday 6:30 a.m. English 9:00 a.m. English 7:00 p.m. English On Friday, the evening Mass is in Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt)

7:30 p.m. Miércoles en Español Saturday 9:00 a.m. English

Anticipated Masses 5:00 p.m. English 6:30 p.m. Español 8:00 p.m. Tiếng Việt

Sunday Masses 7:00 a.m. English 8:30 a.m. English 10:30 a.m. English 12:15 p.m. English 2:00 p.m. Español 5:30 p.m. English 7:30 p.m. Español

Confession Tuesday—Thursday 7:00 a.m. Wednesday 5:45 p.m.—6:45 p.m.

Friday 5:45 p.m.—6:45 p.m.

Saturday 3:00 p.m.—4:30 p.m.

First Friday 8:00 a.m.—8:45 a.m. 5:45 p.m.—6:45 p.m.

Table of Contents

Annual Parish Live Auction & Dinner

Saturday, September 30 at 6:00 p.m.

Catered by Harris County Smokehouse Incudes Dinner, Dessert, Beer & Wine

Tickets are available after Mass at the flagpoles

on September 16-17 & 23-24

$25 per person

Tickets are also available for purchase during the week at the parish office. For more information,

please contact Kathy Schippers at 281-795-3595

Donations and sponsorships are still being gratefully received!

The Archdiocesan Capital Campaign has been temporarily suspended awaiting further evaluation in light of the effects of hurricane Harvey. Up-dates will be published as they be-come available. Until then, all sched-uled meetings, receptions, and train-ing sessions have been temporarily cancelled.

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: September 24, 2017 4

 

St. Joseph’s Freedom Men’s Group We are a confidential support group and our goal is to de-velop skills to win the battle against alcohol, chemical, and porn/sexual addiction. Meetings are Saturdays, from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Wife and family member meetings are held upon request on the last Saturdays of March, June, September, and December. More information is available at :HTTP://saintjosephfreedomgroup.blogspot.com/ and [email protected] Northwest Ultreya Ultreya is part of Cursillo, a Catholic lay movement that offers an opportunity to meet Christ in a more complete way. Cursillo provides a lifetime plan for following Christ through prayer, study and action, in friendship with others. We meet at 9:45 a.m. on the third Saturday of each month in the FLC. Contact Duane King 281-615-8942. Helping Hands Ministry We assist families in pre-planning for funerals. To schedule an appointment, please call Beth Wood at 281-413-9682. Bereavement support in the form of printed Carenotes spe-cific to a family’s need is provided at the time of a Funeral or Memorial Mass. Parish Nursing Ministry The Parish Nursing ministry is comprised of health care pro-fessionals and others who have the health of our parishion-ers at heart. They are nurses, therapists, educators, and experts in the fields of health promotion. Some work in home health, elderly assistance, aging, hospice, gen-eral medicine, surgery, oncology, obstetrics, domestic vio-lence and intensive care. They work to coordinate care for parishioners in their time of need. Meetings are held the first Tuesday of the month. Please feel free to call Wyona (281-433-5365) or Kim (832-746-1135) if you have health ques-tions or would like to join this growing ministry. S.E.E.D.S. Pre-School Registration Our preschool program serving children 18 months to five years of age. We are Nationally Accredited through NAEYC. We are currently enrolling for 2 day, 3 day and 5 day session options, but filling up quickly. If you are inter-ested in enrolling your child in our quality program contact our office at 281-855-2503. We offer tours at your conven-ience please call or stop by. www.seedsrootedinlove.org Respect Life Committee For information about upcoming pro-life activities, you are invited to call Lia Mclean at 832-766-2634, or contact her by e-mail: [email protected].

Sunday, September 17, 2017 Regular Offertory $ 35,471 St. Vincent dePaul $ 12,404 Harvey Relief Fund $ 8,058 Diocesan Services Fund (DSF) Parish Goal $270,000 Pledged-to-date $182,678 Paid-to-date $159,966 Number of participants 572

Charismatic Prayer Group

“If today you hear His voice, harden not your hearts.” (Psalm 95)

The Scripture readings for the Sunday Masses in Septem-ber are filled with words of obedience, love and for-giveness. Jesus’ words continue to instruct us how to follow Him, for His is the only Way to eternal life. If you are looking for more ways to connect your life with your faith, please join us on Friday evenings from 7:30 to 9:00 pm in the Family Life Center Prayer Room for lively praise music, prayer, worship, and sharing God’s Word. Fellowship and light refreshments follow. September 29: “My sheep hear my voice. I know them and they follow me.” Discussion topic at our last September gathering is from

the Gospel of Matthew 21:28-32

Parish Apostolates

Senior Citizen Luncheon Welcome back Senior Citizens. A Pot Luck lunch will be held on Thursday October 5. You are cordially invited to join us. If you have any questions please call Angela at 281-463-2082 or 713-705-082.

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: September 24, 2017 5

 

R.C.I.A. The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is for people who are thinking about the possibility of becoming Catho-lic. It is for people who have not been baptized, people of other faiths or people who have been baptized Catholic but did not complete the sacraments of Initiation. We gradually explore the beliefs of the Catholic Church and discern, over a period of many months, the path to union with the holy Church. If you are interested, or have a rela-tive, friend or co-worker who has expressed this interest, please call: Nadia Jara: 281- 463-7878 ext. 337 or at [email protected] English Classes Free English class on Mondays, Sept. 25, 2017-May 21, 2018, 9:00-11:00 a.m. & 7:00- 9:00 p.m. at Copperfield Church, 8350 Highway 6 North #C-8 (behind Wings‘N More). Contact Jan Garza 832-443-4248, [email protected] You must be 18 or older. (no baby-sitting provided). ¡Gratis! clases de Ingles para adultos, los lunes, el 25 de Septiembre– el 21 de Mayo, 9:00-11:00 a.m. y 7:00-9:00 p.m. Puede empezar cualquier semana. Copperfield Church, 8350 Highway 6 North #C-8 (detrás de Wings ‘N More). Contacto: Jan Garza 832-443-4248 o [email protected]. Tiene que tener 18 años o más. LỚp HỌC TIẾNG anh MIỂN phi Các ngày THỨ HAI, Ngày 25 tháng 9/2017 - Ngày 21 tháng 5/2018, từ 9:00-11:00 sáng & 7:00 - 9:00 chieu' Tại nhà Thờ Copperfield, 8350 Highway 6 North #C-8 (ở sau Wings 'N More) Xin liên lạc Jan Garza 832-443-4248. [email protected] Phải từ 18 tuổi trở lên. Baking Ministry SEAS Homebound Communion Ministry seeks volunteers to bake goodies for their recipients. The communion ministers make their visits every Sunday after the 8:30 a.m. Mass to give Holy Communion and a plate of goodies. If you could provide 2 or 3 plates of food once a month, con-tact Aulie Johnson at 281-855-8831 or e-mail [email protected] with your name, address and phone number. Eucharistic Adoration Some of our regular adorers are not able to continue for the time being, due to the flooding from hurricane Harvey. For the next few weeks, we have need of adorers at the following hours: Tuesday: 1:00-2:00 a.m., 2:00 –3:00 a.m.; 4:00 –5:00 p.m.; Wednesday: 3:00 –4:00 p.mm., 6:00 –7:00 p.m.; Thursday: 6:00 –7:00 p.m.; Friday: 11:00 a.m.-Noon.

Parish Apostolates

Knights of Columbus Council no. 8096 If you are a Catholic man and you are not a member of the Knights of Columbus, you are missing a wonderful op-portunity to transform your life. As a Knight, you have the opportunity to support your parish, give back to your com-munity, grow in your faith plus many more benefits. We meet the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each month at 7:30pm, with a small meal served @ 7pm, in the Community Life Center (CLC). Contact Grand Knight Bob Kossman @ [email protected] or Membership Director, Michael Hamilton @ [email protected].

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: September 24, 2017 6

 

Continued from page 2... woman sorely troubled…. Do not regard your maidser-vant as a base woman, for all along I have been speak-ing out of my great anxiety and vexation.” Then Eli an-swered, “Go in peace, and the God of Israel grant your petition which you have made to him.” Then the wom-an went her way and ate, and her countenance was no longer sad. [1 Sam 12-18]

Hannah became the mother of Samuel, a great prophet, who crowned David King of Israel. In Sacred Scripture, the glory of Israel always runs through women, who alone can give birth to the future. Intensity of devotion It is this intensity of devotion to faith and family that ani-mates the entire Book of Ruth. As women with no means of support, both Ruth and Naomi live on the knife-edge of poverty. It is only Naomi’s secure knowledge of the LORD’s will regarding widows in Israel, and her trust that a good man will do God’s will, that enables her to guide Ruth to a solution, for Ruth did not yet know the full importance of family responsibility among the Jews. A prosperous farmer named Boaz took pity on Ruth when she was gleaning grain in his fields (another custom for the sustenance of the poor). Boaz was generous; he also of-fered her protection in the fields, along with the other maidens of his household. But it turns out that Boaz was very near kin to Naomi, and so Naomi counseled Ruth con-cerning the customary way for her to indicate that she de-sired Boaz’s support in far deeper and more enduring ways. Astonished and pleased, Boaz replied:

And now it is true that I am a near kinsman, yet there is a kinsman nearer than I…. [I]f he will do the part of the next of kin for you, well; let him do it; but if he is not will-ing to do the part of the next of kin for you, then, as the LORD lives, I will do the part of the next of kin for you. [Ruth 3:12-13]

Immediately Boaz went to the city gates, intercepted the next of kin as he entered the town, and assembled elders as witnesses to their discussion. He first explained that the next of kin had the right to redeem the land belonging to Naomi’s deceased husband (Elimelech), indicating that if the next of kin did not want to do this, Boaz himself was

next in line and would do it. But the next of kin was willing to redeem the land. Next, Boaz explained:

“The day you buy the field from the hand of Naomi, you are also buying Ruth the Moabitess, the widow of the dead, in order to restore the name of the dead to his inheritance.” Then the next of kin said, “I cannot re-deem it for myself lest I impair my own inheritance. Take my right of redemption yourself, for I cannot redeem it.” [Ruth 4:5-6]

It only enhances the impact of this book that the last chap-ter informs us of one more thing: Through Ruth, Boaz be-came the father of Obed, Obed the father of Jesse...and Jesse the father of David. God’s plan Most readers will probably remember the LORD’s com-mand that when a man died, his widow should not be cut off, but the man’s brother or other near kin should take her to wife and raise up an heir for the one who had died (e.g., Deut 25). It is just this combination of love for God and fam-ily piety—indicating a deep and well-ordered concern for the common good—which is at work in the Book of Ruth. These actions and attitudes were particularly important in a culture in which women had few ways to make their own way, but they were even more deeply rooted in respect for God’s gifts, especially the gift of children, and respect for the families within which these gifts are nurtured to bear fruit in the sight of the LORD. How strange these realities of life under the Old Covenant must seem in a culture which knows little beyond the un-trammeled liberty of the individual! No wonder our modern culture produces so many disoriented, insecure, and des-pairing individuals—men and women who are well-acquainted with the emptiness of mere pleasure but have only rarely, if ever, experienced the security of real love. One of the great and enduring purposes of the Book of Ruth is to place before us the proper and essential ground-ing of our personal and social existence—to make us know beyond doubt our rootedness in both Divine and familial love.

Jeffrey Mirus holds a Ph.D. in intellectual history from Princeton University. A co-founder of Christendom Col-lege, he also pioneered Catholic Internet services. He is the founder of Trinity Communications and CatholicCul-ture.org . Reprinted by permission.

The Book of Ruth Shows that Family is at the Center of God’s Plan

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: September 24, 2017 7

 

R.I.C.A. para Adultos Proceso de preparación para la cele-bración de los sacramentos del Bautis-mo, Primera Eucaristía y Confirmación para Adultos. ¿Está pensando en la preparación sacramental de Adultos? RICA, Rito de Iniciación Cristiana para Adultos, es un proceso de discerni-miento y preparación para las perso-nas interesadas en aprender más so-bre la Iglesia Católica, Para aquellos que nunca han sido bautizados, o han sido bautizados en otras denominaciones, o que han sido bautizados en la Iglesia Católica pero no han recibido los sacramentos de iniciación (Eucaristía y Confirmación). Este es un bellísimo proceso sin ningún compromiso a través del cual se ex-plora lentamente las enseñanzas de la Iglesia Católica. Si usted está in-teresado, o un pariente, amigo o compañero que le ha manifestado interés anímelo a comunicarse con: Nadia Jara al 281- 463-7878 ext. 337

[email protected] Grupo de estudio Bíblico Les invitamos a ser parte de nuestro grupo de estudio Bíblico, que se reúne todos los martes durante el año esco-lar, de 12:30-2:30 p.m. en el FLC. Nues-tra próxima reunión será Sept 12, 2017. Favor de mandar mensaje por texto con cualquier pregunta al 281-620-8308 attn: Guadalupe Ortiz. Grupo Carismático Misión: Dar testimonio del papel deter-minante de los carismas en la predi-cación del Evangelio y en la construc-ción de la comunidad cristiana. Faci-litar la Educación en la Fe y la Expe-riencia de Comunidad Cristiana entre Adultos. Asambleas: Todos los Viernes de 7:30 a 9:45 pm., en los salones A&B del Edificio de Vida Familiar (FLC). Todos son Bienvenidos, Contamos con Servicio de Guardería.

Papa Francisco—Mensaje del Ángelus Roma: 3 de septiembre, 2017 El pasaje del Evangelio de hoy (cf Mateo 16, 21-27) es la continuación de aquel del pasado domingo, en el cual se resaltaba la profesión de fe de Pedro, «roca» sobre la cual Jesús quiere construir su Iglesia. Hoy, en un con-traste evidente, Mateo nos muestra la reacción del propio Pedro cuando Jesús revela a sus discípulos que en Jerusalén deberá sufrir, ser matado y resucitar al tercer día. (cf v. 21). Pedro lleva a parte al maestro y lo reprende porque esto —le dice— no le puede suceder a Él, a Cristo. Pero Jesús, a su vez, reprende a Pedro con duras palabras: «¡Quítate de mi vista, Satanás! ¡Escándalo eres para mí, porque tus pensamientos no son los de Dios, sino los de los hombres!» (v. 23). Un momento antes, el apóstol fue bendecido por el Padre, porque había recibido de Él aquella revelación, era una «piedra» sólida para que Jesús pudiese construir encima su comunidad; y justo des-pués se convierte en un obstáculo, una piedra pero no para construir, una piedra de obstáculo en el camino del Mesías. ¡Jesús sabe bien que Pedro y el resto todavía tienen mucho camino por recorrer para convertirse en sus apóstoles! En aquel punto, el Maestro se dirige a todos los que lo seguían, presentándo-les con claridad la vía a recorrer: «Si alguno quiere venir en pos de mí, nié-guese a sí mismo, tome su cruz y sígame» (v. 24) Siempre, también hoy. Está la tentación de querer seguir a un Cristo sin cruz, es más, de enseñar a Dios el camino justo, como Pedro: «No, no Señor, esto no, no sucederá nunca». Pero Jesús nos recuerda que su vía es la vía del amor, y no existe el verdade-ro amor sin sacrificio de sí mismo. Estamos llamados a no dejarnos absorber por la visión de este mundo, sino a ser cada vez más conscientes de la ne-cesidad y de la fatiga para nosotros cristianos de caminar siempre a contra-corriente y cuesta arriba. Jesús completa su propuesta con palabras que expresan una gran sabiduría siempre válida, porque desafían la mentalidad y los comportamientos egocéntricos. Él exhorta: «Quien quiera salvar su vida, la perderá, pero quien pierda su vida por mí, la encontrará». (v. 25). En esta paradoja está contenida la regla de oro que Dios ha inscrito en la naturale-za humana creada en Cristo: la regla de que solo el amor da sentido y felici-dad a la vida.

Continuado en pagina 12...

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: September 24, 2017 8

 

W ith the installation of the retablo paintings, the reno-vation of the sanctuary is now complete. While the

execution of these images took longer than expected, I hope that you will agree that they were worth the wait. These holy images are a visible sign of the Communion of the Saints, and of our Christian vocation to be united with Christ in everything, including His holy and saving Cross. The painting to the left of the crucifix depicts the Blessed Virgin Mary and St. Joseph. Mary is gazing up towards her divine Son, her countenance evincing a profound unity with the sufferings of Christ. St. Joseph is turned toward the viewer, his extended hand inviting us to enter into this scene and stand with them at the foot of the Cross. Mary’s image is surrounded by roses, a symbol of her pro-found love for God and for us. Joseph stands in a field of lilies, a sign of his purity of body and soul. An angel hovers above them, holding a shield with the coat-of-arms of Pope Francis, a sign of the universal Church.

The painting on the right depicts our patron saint, Elizabeth Ann Seton, and closer to the Cross, the Venerable Antonio Margil, O.F.M. St. Elizabeth is the first native-born American to be canonized. As a foundress of an order of teaching sisters, St. Elizabeth founded the first Catholic elementary school, and is considered the mother of the American paro-chial school system. Fr. Antonio Margil de Jesus (1657-1726) was a Franciscan priest and missionary. Born in Spain, he can to the New

Wednesday mornings 5:30 a.m. - 7:00 a.m.

in the Community Life Center

It’s not too late to join in! This is only our second session.

Invest a little time in yourself to become a better husband, father and spiritual leader in your family! Coffee, juice, donuts & kolaches are served to jump start your morning. No cost, preparation or outside commitments! Just come, listen and learn!

Fall Program: The Unveiling of Love

This Week’s Program: The Battle over the Bride A Prophetic Vision Temptations in Scripture Warnings from the Chair of St. Peter Miraculous Medal Apparition Apparition of Our Lady at Lourdes Apparition of Our Lady at Fatima The Vision of a New Springtime Visit our website at www.paradisusdei.org and click on “Learn More” in the That Man is You section or contact Carlos Alatorre at 832-265-7708 or by e-mail at: [email protected] Wherever you are in your spiritual life, Jesus Christ wants to meet you right there and take you further!

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: September 24, 2017 9

 

The following is a summary of our August activity (a contin-uación un resumen de nuestras actividades en Agosto): During our food drive for August we collected 907 pounds. No. of Visits (Visitas): 32 Assistance (Asistencia): Food (Comida) $ 525.00 Rents/Mortgages (Rentas/Hipotecas) $ 5,142.09 Electric (Electricidad) $ 1,252.29 Natural Gas $ 13.00 Water (Agua) $ 169.70 Transportation (Transportación) $ 100.00 Total Assistance (Total Asistencias) $ 7,202.08 Overhead (Gastos): Office Phones/Internet (Teléfonos Oficina/Internet) $ 281.99 Service fee at Geek Squad to replace hard drive in St. Vincent de Paul office computer $ 48.70 Refrigerator (Refrigerador) purchased for office use, Funds were donated by CyFair Ladies. $ 129.89 Total Overhead (Gastos Total): $ 460.58 Contributions (Contribuciones) $ 11,563.50 Have a blessed week and thank you for your faithful sup-port! (Bendita sea su semana y muchísimas gracias por su continua ayuda!)

“Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.”

Phone: 281-463-4560 Email: [email protected]

Hours: M-W-F 9:00 a.m. – Noon

World in 1683. An intrepid missionary and teacher, Fr. Mar-gil worked in the mission fields of Yucatan, Costa Rica Guatemala, and Mexico. From 1716-1722, Fr. Margil founded several missions in Texas including Mission San Jose in what is now San Antonio. Since he is not yet a Blessed or a canonized Saint, the im-age of Fr. Margil does not include a halo. Bluebonnets are shown at his feet to remind us of Fr, Margil’s missionary ef-forts in our state. The angel in this image holds the shield of the Archdiocese. May these images cultivate a spirit of devotion in us and a desire to join the saints in giving witness to Christ.

About the Artist: Mrs. Carmen Sanchez-Romero, is the sev-enth of eleven children. She studied fine arts and art histo-ry at the University of Murcia. Carmen has completed commissions for Boeing Corp. in Spain, St. Theresa parish, and many private collectors.

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: September 24, 2017 10

 

Pilgrimage to Germany and Austria with Fr. Paul Lockey — May 11 – 20, 2020

This is a once-in-a-lifetime pilgrimage to Germany and Austria visiting religious and cultural sites in Munich, Freising, the Obersalzberg Mountains, Berchtesga-den, Salzburg, Regensburg, Nuremberg, and Rothenberg concluding with the 42nd performance of the world-famous Passion Play in Oberammergau. This unique production only takes place every decade. The history of the Pas-sion Play dates back to 1633. In the middle of the Thirty Years War, after months of suffering and death from the plague, the Oberammergau villagers swore an oath that they would perform the "Play of the Suffering, Death and Resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ" every ten years. The villagers have fulfilled their promise to God every ten years since this pledge. What a tremendous and unique way for us to unite our own spiritual journey with this extraordinary tradition of faith. We hope you will prayerfully consider joining your brothers and sisters in Christ on this pilgrimage. Flyers are available in the parish office.

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: September 24, 2017 11

 

How to go to Confession In order to make a good confession, we examine our conscience, asking God’s help to know our sins and to be truly sorry for them.

R i te of Reconci l iat ion

Priest: In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Penitent: Amen. Bless me, Father, for I have sinned. It has been (say how long) since my last confession. My sins are (confess your sins). When you are done, the priest will give you spiritu-al advice and assign a penance. He will then ask you to pray an Act of Contrition, for example: Lord Jesus Christ, son of God, have mercy on me, a sinner.

- or- O my God, I am heartily sorry for having offended Thee, and I detest all my sins, because I dread the loss of heaven and the pains of hell; but most of all because they have offended Thee, my God, Who art all good and deserving of all my love. I firmly resolve wit the help of Thy grace, to confess my sins, to do penance, and to amend my life. Amen. The Priest then says the Prayer of Absolution while the penitent listens. At the conclusion of the pray-er, make the sign of the Cross and say, “Amen.” Priest: Go in peace. Penitent: Thanks be to God.

Complete your penance as soon as possible. If you were giv-en prayers to say, try to pray them in church before departing.

Pasos básicos para confesarse Entra al confesionario sin miedo, confiando en la misericordia de Jesús: Penitente: Ave María Purísima. Sacerdote: Sin pecado concebida. Penitente: Bendígame padre porque he pecado. Hace ... de mi última confesión. Mis pecados son los siguientes... Confiesa todos los pecados desde tu última con-fesión. No es necesario ilustrar detalles de lo ocurrido. Por ejemplo: "Ofendí gravemente a mis padres de palabra" en vez de: "Íbamos en el carro y papa sacó una vieja conversación.... me habló de una novia... reaccioné....entonces..." Confiesa tus propios pecados y no los ajenos. El confesionario no es para desahogarse contando lo que nos han hecho otros. Sacerdote ofrece algún consejo e imparte la pe-nitencia. Penitente reza el Acto de Contrición, por ejemplo: Pésame Dios mío y me arrepiento de todo corazón de haberte ofendido. Pésame por el infierno que merecí y por el cielo que perdí; pero mucho mas me pesa porque pecando ofendí un Dios tan bueno y tan grande como vos; antes querría haber muerto que haberle ofendido, y propongo firmemente ayudado por tu divina gracia, no pecar mas y evitar las ocasiones próximas de pecado. Amen Sacerdote imparte la absolución con estas pala-bras: "Dios, Padre de misericordia..." y despide al penitente en paz.

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: September 24, 2017 12

 

Legión de María

Formación de Adultos Martes FLC 9 7:30 p.m.

Patricia Romo 713-302-1272

Martes FLC 10 7:30 p.m. Liliana Díaz 281-723-2328

Viernes FLC 9, 6:15p.m.

Marlene Rocha 832-410-5273

Jóvenes 10-18 años Viernes FLC 9 7:45 p.m.

Marlene Rocha 832-410-5273

La Hospitalidad de Nuestra Señora de Lourdes de los Voluntarios de Norteamérica presentará un Peregri-naje Virtual al Santuario de Lourdes que durará de 1.5 a 2 horas, en la Parroquia de St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, el día sábado 4 de noviembre a la 1PM. Durante esta experiencia guiada, podrán sumergirse en el Mensaje del Evangelio de Lourdes como fue dado por Nuestra Señora de Lourdes a Sta. Bernardita.

Tendrán la oportunidad de tocar la Roca de la Gruta y experimentar la gracia sanadora del Agua de Lourdes. Como parte de este peregrinaje spiritual que nos acerca más a Jesús y a su Santísima Madre, recibirán una bendi-ción Eucarística y rezarán el Rosario. ¡Se otorga una Indulgencia Plenaria, bajo las condiciones normales, a todos los fieles que participen en un Peregri-naje Virtual a Lourdes con los Voluntarios de Norteaméri-ca! Vengan y experimenten la gracia sanadora de Nues-tro Señor Jesús a través de su Madre Inmaculada. ¡Inviten a su familia y amigos! ¡Nuestra Señora extiende su invitación a todos! ¡Lo más cercano a visitar el mismo Santuario de Lourdes, es hacer un Peregrinaje sin tener que viajar! Para mayor información favor llamar a Maria al teléfono: 832 573 1170.

Continuado de pagina 7... Gastar los talentos propios, las energías y el propio tiempo solo para cuidarse, custodiarse y realizarse a sí mismos conduce en realidad a perderse, o sea, a una experien-cia triste y estéril. En cambio, vivamos para el Señor y asentemos nuestra vida sobre su amor, como hizo Jesús: podremos saborear la alegría auténtica y nuestra vida no será estéril, será fecunda. En la celebración de la Eucaris-tía revivimos el misterio de la cruz; no solo recordamos sino que cumplimos el memorial del Sacrificio redentor, en el que el Hijo de Dios se pierde completamente a Sí mismo para recibirse de nuevo en el Padre y así encontrarnos, que estábamos perdidos, junto con todas las criaturas. Cada vez que participamos en la Santa Misa, el amor de Cristo crucificado y resucitado se nos comunica como alimento y bebida, porque podemos seguirlo a Él en el camino de cada día, en el servicio concreto de los her-manos. Que María Santísima, que siguió a Jesús hasta el calvario, nos acompañe también a nosotros y nos ayude a no tener miedo de la cruz, pero con Jesús crucificado, no una cruz sin Jesús, la cruz con Jesús, es decir la cruz de sufrir por el amor de Dios y de los hermanos, porque este sufrimiento, por la gracia de Cristo, es fecundo de resu-rrección.

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: September 24, 2017 13

 

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: September 24, 2017 14

 

ARMY Salvador E. Zapata, Christopher Porras, Kristin Baron, Juan Vega Jr. Jessie H. Treviño II, Jesse Sinfuentes, Henry García, Gilbert Álvarez, Michael Wright, Ray Banda, Manny Hernández, Jim Branson, Joshua A. Chavira, Richard Christie, Melissa Comiskey, David García, Antonio R. Delgado, Mike Fitzgerald, Ky V. Truong, John García, Jack Longmire, Chris Lawrence, Gabriel de la Garza, Juan Manuel, Matthew O’Dowd, Marc Maziarz, Joshua Salsgiver, Tim Woods, James Scherwitz, Matthew Soileau, Tony Thompson, Michael Carty, Jessie H. Treviño, Christian Urena, Danny Morales, Jerry Morales, Joshua A. Treviño, Michael Hori, Scott Pfirman, Timothy Soto, David Freeman, Cameron J, Saltus, Trevor Marshall, Daniel Pruitt, Joseph Nadasky, Roosevelt Harris, Christina González, Evan Adams, Janet González, Alberto Moreno, Victor Delgado, Luis Rosales, Sgt. Christopher Farías, Louis Hendershot, Jr.

Rudy Banda III, Elvia Ayala, Manuel James López, Andy Huayamave, Sarah Campo, Maximilian Klein, Sgt. Epigmenio Gómez Jr., Chris Figeria, Alexis Roman, Hunter Thigpen, Marco Hernandez, Thomas Stovall, Jorge Rodolfo Cantu Darien Moore

NAVY Jessica López, Matthew Rodríguez, A.J. Edwards, Joe Vaughn, Christopher McMullin, Linsum Flores, Michael Fruggiero, Chris Rode, Stuart Marshall, Gabriela San Martin, Jason Rodríguez, Mark Riddle, Raymond J. Reyes, Cristian Shirl, Sean V. Saluzzi, Thomas Roche, Justin J. Trudeau, William Wilkerson, Paul Zielinski, Candy Flores, Jonathan Hyacinth, Alejandro Alatorre, Jonathan Young, Sean G. McBeth, Justin Ryan Keyser, Patricia Meehan. Donna Angeolind

MARINES Brad Harless, Zachary Bond, Adam Garcia, Marvin Boruca, Kleber Villalva, Frank Campos, Omar García, Stefan Barcik, Steven E. Jiménez, Patrick Lambert,

Stephen Mayeaux, Randall T. Schindler, Jimy Perafan Peter Tate Jr., Vincent Flores, Albert García, Jason Wood, Joseph Mooney, Hunter W. Moffitt, Anetor Asibor, Albert García , Sergio Perez, Keith Breeckner, Ricky Isaac Hernández, Vinny Escobar, Ryan Foley, Victor Carrión-Martínez, Christopher Unger, Kidany Vaquero, Ryan DeKay, Codie M. Barnett, Sherry L. Sola, Kevin Flores, Matthew Araiza, Jakob Murray Lysias Jovian Maciel

AIR FORCE Coy Daniel Incaprera, Christie Scherwitz, Phillip M. Doria, David Nordel, Vincent Becklund, David Harrison, Robert N. Lobit, Sean Huggins, Dennis J. Morosin, Don Sarmiento, Raphael Ashe, Kenzie O’Leary, Tsg.Srg. Don Park, Nathalie Rodríguez, David Anthony, Nathalie Huayamave, Nelvin Rodríguez, Maurice James Hardy II, Ricardo Villalva Jr.

NATIONAL GUARD Camilo Orozco Ed Dextraze Tony Nies Jerry Torres Kevin Westlund Cynthia Tobon

Monday, September 25 6:30 a.m. William Perez 9:00 a.m. Arlinda Meno 7:00 p.m.   Joseph Lee

Tuesday, September 26

6:30 a.m. In thanksgiving 9:00 a.m. Frank Jr. & Josephine Coselli 7:00 p.m. Felix & Isabel Orozco

Wednesday, September 27

6:30 a.m. In thanksgiving 9:00 a.m. Marijo C. Gahimer 7:00 p.m. Angeline Babauta 7:30 p.m. Luis Enrique Diaz Machuca

Thursday, September 28

6:30 a.m. In thanksgiving 9:00 a.m. Christopher Astudillo 7:00 p.m. Dorothy Pullappallil

Friday, September 29

6:30 a.m. In thanksgiving 9:00 a.m. Souls in Purgatory 7:00 p.m. Tammy

Saturday, September 30

9:00 a.m. Aurelia Jasso 5:00 p.m. Elizabeth King 6:30 p.m. Gloria Leticia Gomez 8:00 p.m. Richard & Daisy Miranda

Sunday, October 1 7:00 a.m. Joyce Hennessey 8:30 a.m. Marion Ann Ricard

10:30 a.m.   Pro Populo 12:15 p.m. Ligia Marina Rodriguez

2:00 p.m.   Ubaldo Garcia 5:30 p.m.   Carmen Wheatfill 7:30 p.m. Jairo Munoz

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: September 24, 2017 15

 

Let us Pray for God’s Healing for all the Sick If your family member or friend is no longer in need of our prayers, please advise us in order to remove his/her name. Kathryn Arnst, Jan Arnold, Rita Aguilar, Luis Acosta, Jack Aultman, Manuel Alvarez, Vicenta Avellaneda, Dave Anderson, Mary Borelli, Laure Boconvi, Don Barnes, Anita Blomberg, Carmen Vazquez Blanco, Dianne Blevins, Joanne Brown, Estefano Bermejo, Lin Boehlert, Chavez-Vargas Family, Fa-bian Cabrello, Carolina Cabrello, Edward Costello Jr., Lucia Angela Carbo-ne, Sarah Callans, Diane Calzado, Kayson Clay, Marlaina Cadena, Gilberto S. Cisneros, Elizabeth Cisneros, Victor H Cisneros, Maria Elena Chavez, Hum-berto Fabian Caballero, Margarita Castano, Michael Alfred Crewell, Grant Cruise Family, Juan Antonio Cabrera, Sally Castro, Roger Corkill, Emmanuel Cubillos, Maria Colon, Marilyn Cisar, Erin Conney, Remedios Cuevas, Ricardo Castaneda III, Bobby Duenas, Marlene Dunlap, Gertrude Dunlap, Debbie Dunn, Dale Le Duc, Vuong (David) Minh Dao, Mary Dorelli, Alex Diaz, Luis Enrique Diaz, John Doll, Faye Edwards, Luis Madico Escudero, Marisa Ehrig, Jody Ferguson, Sgt. Christopher Farias, Yorley Frias, Samuel Fuentes, Jonhy Francisco, AA Fuentes III, Steve Flannery, Mariana De Jesus Gonzalez, John A Guillespie, Gene Gessert, Victoria Alana Garcia, Nelly Abby Gonzalez, Elizabeth Gardner, Gerard Gallegos, Kelly Gillespie, Joseph Gallagher, Mavis Gann, Jonahs Galloway, Juan Alberto Garcia, Homer Garza, Rosa Garcia, Lydia Ann Garcia, Caroline Hallford, Bob & Francis Hartnett, Renee Hanna, Milton Hanas, Joyce Hennessy, Olivia Hernandez, Cecilia Jimenez, Dana Jones, Jessica Jacobson, Gene Juranka, Megan Kelly, Sharon Kettner, Elih Kars, Lane Kimble, Gene Kimble, Stanley Loziek, Netta Laird, Scott Laird, Christian Lebanc, Julio Lezama, Jose Lara, Gary Lindig, Mitchell Lyon, Mike Leditin, Doug Lidiak, Carlos Humberto Bolivar Lara, Nelson Mejia, Nenita Mendiola, Karen Berenice Margarito, Margie Morales, Carol Melz, Emily Martinez, Sandra Morales-Negron, Rudy Mendoza, Walter Mayko, Manuela Alicia Ortiz Molina, Sergio Montoya, Adelaida Maldonado, Bradley Marti-nez, David Martinez, Ines Madice, Kevin Malanaphy, Agustin Madona, Jose Manuel Monreal, Evelyn Marinas, Drake Motolet, Lilvon Michael, Byron Mi-chael, Lamar Montalvo, Gerardo Madrigal, Karlin Medlin, Roy Martin, Frank Meyer, Lia McLean, Judy Mamaclay, Vicky Nevares, Andres Nevares, Mary Neminach, Alpha Newgene, Gam Thi Nguyen, Ryan Naulty, Janell Noeth, Shirley Ngang, Virginia Neiser, Danna Paola Osollo, Leonor Orozco, Rodolfo Ocampo, Julie Ojonta, Lisa Peterson, Julian Gregory Pearson, Maria Anto-nia Medina Perez, Robert D. Perez, Robert A. Perez, Benjamin Poblete, Ro-bert Parker, Timothy Petrich, Melanie Pearson, Blake Patrick, Bobby Prize, Jeannine Quintero, Chris Ramirez, Marcela Ramirez Roldan, Olefia Rodri-guez, Valentin Rangel, Lynette Roberts, Mark Rodriguez, Sidney Rojo, Familia Montes Ruiz, Olga Sarahi Reyna, Jose Rosas, Jerrene Randall, Jack Randall, Doris Ramirez, Robert Ramirez, Rodolfo E. Ramirez Jr., Sonia Reyes, Joel Rive-ra, Nery Randa, Oralia Rosas, Marie Sauceda, Lee A. Sauseda, Bob Som-mers, Mrs. D. Florence Sicola, Johnny Sicola, Evan Schuessler, Amelia Soar-ces, Lupita Scotka, Jose Santistevan, Elizabeth Salas, Jo Stewart, Fred Stoehr, Judge Deborah Sanchez, Daniel Shay, Thomas Stovall, Mariana Soto, Dou-glas Smith-Barry Jr., Tommy Sebesta, Gisela Sachs, Mary Jane Schillinger, Jose Sion, Khris Scherwitz, Hanna Stoval, Verneta Thomas, Claude Tournay, David Turilli, John Trevino, Martha Toledo, Justin Thacker, Dick Taylor, Dolores Tallman, Linda Villanueva, Guadalupe Vasquez, Edith Vazquez, Dioselvia Lozano de Vargas, Jose Vargas, Nancy Wannamaker, Irma Guadalupe Westry, Luke Wade, Mike Wilson, Mary Wilson, Marshall Williamson, Claire Way, Jim & Jamie Wade, Ashley Wade, Wilder Family, Gale Winberley, Leti-cia Zarzoza, Gilberto Zamora, Leo Zerguche, and all others who also need our prayers   

 

If you know anyone who is sick or in need of prayer support, please call 281-463-7878. Comuníquese al teléfono anterior si conoce algún enfermo que nece-sita el apoyo de la oración de nuestra familia parroquial.

Thinking about joining us? Inspired by Gospel values, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is a Catholic lay organization that leads women and men to grow spiritually by offering person-to-person service to the needy and suffering in the tradition of its founder, Blessed Frederic Ozanam (1813-1853) and patron, St. Vincent de Paul (1581-1660). Members, known as Vin-centians, are drawn from every ethnic and cultural background, age group and economic level. Our SEAS Conference serves parishioners and all within our church boundaries. Contact our office at 281-463-4560 or send an email to [email protected] for more info. Have a blessed week!

Thanksgiving After Mass St. Thomas Aquinas Lord, Father all-powerful and ever-living God, I thank You, for even though I am a sinner, your unprofitable servant, not because of my worth but in the kindness of your mer-cy, You have fed me with the Precious Body & Blood of Your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ. I pray that this Holy Communion may not bring me condemnation and punishment but forgiveness and salva-tion. May it be a helmet of faith and a shield of good will. May it purify me from evil ways and put an end to my evil passions. May it bring me charity and patience, humility and obedience, and growth in the power to do good. May it be my strong defense against all my enemies, visible and invisible, and the perfect calming of all my evil impuls-es, bodily and spiritual. May it unite me more closely to you, the One true God, and lead me safely through death to everlasting happiness with You. And I pray that You will lead me, a sinner, to the banquet where you, with Your Son and holy Spirit, are true and per-fect light, total fulfillment, everlasting joy, gladness without end, and perfect happiness to your saints. grant this through Christ our Lord, AMEN.

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: September 24, 2017 16

 

Parish Office 281-463-7878

Pastor Rev. Stephen B. Reynolds

Parochial Vicar Rev. Antonio Ortiz

Parochial Vicar Rev. Gregory Tran, C.R.M.

Parochial Vicar Rev. Preston Quintela

Deacons Ola Branche German Godoy Peter Tuu Hoang Tom Jeffers

Gilbert Johnson Chuck Pennell Alfonso Sosa

Managerial Administrator Deacon German Godoy

Director of Finance Linh Nguyen

Director of Liturgy & Music Carmen Delgado

Director of Religious Education Becki Brumbaugh

Director of Spanish Ministries Lucia Rueda

Director of Vietnamese Ministries Deacon Peter Tuu Hoang

Director of Family Life Nadia Jara

Director of Adolescent Catechesis & Evangelization

Donna Worley

Youth Apostolate Andrew Schuelke

Parish Office 281-463-7878

FAX 281-463-4822

Parish E-Mail [email protected]

Parish Website www.SeasCatholic.org

School Office 281-463-1444

School Website www.seascs.org

S.E.E.D.S. Office (pre-school) 281-855-2503

S.E.E.D.S. Website www.SeedsRootedInLove.org

Parish Office Hours Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m.—8:00 p.m.

Saturday 8:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m.

Coordinator of Vietnamese CCE Toan Pham

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church 6646 Addicks-Satsuma Road Houston, Texas 77084-1599 281-463-7878 www.SeasCatholic.org

Bulletin Deadlines Submissions for the bulletin are due on Noon Monday, thirteen days in advance of publication date. Submit your information to Mrs. Patti Bergholtz at her e-mail: [email protected]. All submissions must be an MS Word document (no PDF files), us-ing Century Gothic font, size 9. Please do not use any other for-matting (i.e., all caps, bold, italics, underlining, colored text, text box-es, etc...). Graphics and photos are subject to editing. Bulletin Date Deadline

October 8 September 25 October 15 October 2 October 22 October 9 October 29 October 16

281-463-7878 SeasOf f ice@SeasCathol ic .org

Thank you for your support of the Annual Fund/Lighting the Way Campaign. You may now enroll online with Faith Direct to make a monthly contribution and/or a one-time gift. Visit faithdirect.net and enter code TX417. Search for SEA-SCS Annual Fund. All gifts are tax deductible.

An Eldercare Service that provides professional guidancefor senior living and care at no charge to families

Assisted Living • Memory Care • In Home ServicesRetirement Communities

Donna Composto: 281-682-3727The Path to Safe Senior Living www.momscareplan.com

T&A GLAMOUR SHOTSPHOTO BOOTH

[email protected] • 281-758-1400

“WE RENT PHOTO BOOTHS FOR ALL OCCASIONS”

CECILE NGUYEN, LUTCF,Agent

9585 Clay Road, Suite #8Houston, TX 77080

713-462-1447 713-462-8509

ThereseKhu-Tenenbaum

REALTOR®Ross Group12623 Jones RoadHouston, TX 77070Office (281) 469-7677Fax (281) 469-5963Cell (832) [email protected] Office Is Independently Owned And Operated

001722 St Elizabeth Ann Seton Church (C) www.jspaluch.com For Ads: J.S. Paluch Co., Inc. 1-800-833-5941

1327 Lake Pointe

Parkway, Suite 500

281.940.7963

15518 FM 529

281-550-7070www.freddysUSA.com

• SUNDAY SPECIAL •20% OFF ANY COMBO W/AD

J.M. PlumbingSales & Service

Cypress-HoustonJesse G. McKinley

281-469-6206 Lic #RMPL13890

LAURA REAGOR Parishioner Since 1994

(713) [email protected]

BUSY BEER E A L T Y

DISCOUNTS

FOR MILITARY,

PUBLIC SERVANTS,

TEACHERS

NNOORRTTOONNPPRREESSSSUURREE WWAASSHHIINNGG && MMOORREE

✓ Pressure Washing

✓ Deck/Fence Staining

✓ Pairing

✓Handyman

883322--330022--22993322

FUNERAL HOMEOur Family Serving Yours

281-897-98239926 Jones Roadwww.cyfairfunerals.com

Trusted • Licensed • InsuredFully Trained Professionals

POOLPOOLCLEANINGCLEANING

Houston’Houston’s Choices ChoiceFor Pool ServicesFor Pool Services

Weekly Pool Cleaning Includes:• Brushing pool walls• Checking & inspecting equipment• Skimming surface, vacuuming bottom• Water chemistry, emptying all baskets• Chemical feeders & more!Sergio @ 832-671-3564

Funerals &

Cremations

Traditional & Memorial Services

All Funeral Prearrangements

Accepted

14094 Memorial DriveHouston, Texas 77079

www.DettlingFuneral.com281-497-2121

MIRACLE ROOFING“SPECIALIST IN ASPHALT SHINGLES REPAIR”

GUTTER CLEANING & RE-ROOFS

“FREE ESTIMATE” [email protected]

Dine In - Catering - Take OutOpen 7 Days A Week

Lunch Special 11AM - 3PMFREE Delivery Within 5 Mile

Min. $12 Lunch Min. $15 Dinner17817 FM 529 Suite #160 281-858-1888 281-858-6888

Taquería & Frutería

Contamos con Panadería, Fresh Meat,Fruit and Imported Products - Best Tacos in Town

#0210540 Cypres Creek Pkwy

Houston, TX 77070Tel: (281) 807-5344

#032372 Cypres Creek Pkwy

Houston, TX 77068Tel: (281) 397-9988

[email protected]

Real Es ta te • Inves tments • Serv icesServ ic ios • Invers iones • En B ienes Ra icesCar los de Andacar losgray@el i tegraywol f . com 713-742-3454

ELITE GRAY WOLF E. LLC

A.D.Y JANITORIAL.INCResidential • Commercial • Industrial

Making a difference in building maintenance • Our goal is your satisfaction

Phone 832-876-9119 AmeliaDine In - Catering - Take Out

Open 7 Days A WeekLunch Specials 11AM-3PMFREE Delivery Within 5 Mile

Min. $12.00 Lunch Min. $15.00 Dinner17440 FM 529 Rd. 281-656-8550 281-656-8561

JO JOChinese Cafe

001722 St Elizabeth Ann Seton Church (B) www.jspaluch.com For Ads: J.S. Paluch Co., Inc. 1-800-833-5941

PHO TOWNPHO TOWNNOODLE - GRILL - ROLLSNOODLE - GRILL - ROLLS

10931 JONES RD. 10931 JONES RD. HOUSTON, TX 77065HOUSTON, TX 77065

[email protected]@GMAIL.COM

10% OFF W/ THIS AD.10% OFF W/ THIS AD.

PLUMBING • HEATINGAIR CONDITIONINGSALES & SERVICE

Pool Heaters • Fixtures • Faucets • DisposersHot Water Heaters • Water & Gas Lines

713-464-4189TACL000355& MPL14303

ART’S PEST CONTROLFamily Owned & Operated“Don’t Let Bugs Bug You!”10% OFF 1st Service Call w/ad

Free Estimates 281-398-0854

GODZINA LAW FIRMIMMIGRATION LAWBruce Godzina, JD MBA, Principal

Se Habla Españ[email protected] Pinemont Drive, Suite 1000

Houston, Texas 77018

(713) 635-9265www.veniteimmigration.comFREE INITIAL CONSULTATION

S✝. AlphonsusReligious Store

Church Supply & Gift

Laura’s TailorsCustom Vestments, Dress Making

Alterations & Tailoring4625 Hwy 6 NorthHouston, TX 77084(281) 550-8863Cell: (713) 261-9271

Duane C. King, Attorney14906 FM 529, Suite 201

281.615.8942Family Law Wills & Estates Small Business Real Estate

Parishioner

HOUSTON COMPREHENSIVERHEUMATOLOGY, P.A

We Manage Inflammatory Joint Diseases (Arthritis, Lupus, Gout), Osteoporosis11240 FM 1960 Rd West, Suite 401, Houston, TX 77065

Bao T. Nguyen, D.O., Ph.D.Board Certified Rheumatologist

Phone: 832-521-8088 Email: [email protected]: 832-521-8089 www.hcrheum.com

CYPRESS ACUPUNCTURE & CHIROPRACTIC13040 FM 529, Ste. G (at Edridge next to Cherry Home Furniture)

(713) 849-4804John Nguyen, D.C., F.I.A.M.A.

• Headaches, neck and back pain• Painful joints, numbness, arthritis• Hip, leg, shoulder, arm pain relief• Acupuncture• Nutrition and herbs• Auto Accidents

* Free Consultation & Exam

* 50% OFF FIRST INITIAL

VISIT ONLY (With Ad)

Affordable Handyman281.414.5266

HOME REPAIR SERVICENo job too small

[email protected]

Houston’s Oldest & Most Trusted FamilyOwned Funeral Home & Cemetery Firm

STEVE TOUCHYATTORNEY AT LAW

ParishionerRepresenting Families & Businesses Since ’83

15840 FM 529, STE. 280HOUSTON, TX 77095

281-858-0700

Over 20 years in business!!

FAST CASH FOR HOMES

713-649-SOLD7653

www.texashb.com

A+ Rating

Guadalupe Ortiz, State Farm Agent17802 W. Little York, Ste 600 Houston, TX 77084Bus [email protected]

State Farm Life Insurance Company0901038TX.1 Bloomington, IL

BUSY. BUSY.BUSY. BUSY.BUSY.

Life insurance shouldn’t wait.Even though life is busy, take amoment to reflect on what’smost important. For peace ofmind, protect your family withState Farm® life insurance.Like a good neighbor,State Farm is there.®CALL ME TODAY.

KITCHENLIFTA FACELIFT FOR YOUR KITCHEN

Kitchen & Bath RemodelingFully Insured • Free Consultation • Free Estimates

John & Michelle Zullinger - CTR Parishioner • 832-928-5988

Grow in your faith,find a Mass, and

connect with yourCatholic Community

with OneParish!

Download Our Free App or Visit

MY.ONEPARISH.COM

HAND WRISTELBOW SHOULDER• Endoscopic Carpal

Tunnel Release• Endoscopic Cubital

Tunnel Release• Trigger Finger Release

• Sports Injuries• Wrist Pain• Wrist Fractures• Tennis Elbow• Rotator Cuff Injuries

Dr. Jeffrey E. BudoffHand, Wrist, Elbow & Shoulder SpecialistBoard Certified Orthopedic Surgeon, CAQ Hand Surgery

Office locations• Cy-Fair - 11740 FM 1960

Road West, Houston, Texas 77065ReArmYourselfTexas.com

For Appointments, Call: 713-800-1120• Med Center• Pearland • Katy

Cindy Herzog, Agent281-955-6789 - 24x7 We Speak Spanish and Vietnamese

www.CindyHerzog.com (SEASCS Parent)

BUY • SELL • RENT281-799-3969

[email protected]

Give your Homean ExteriorMakeover

(10% off with Ad)

281.904.4824 www.XtremeKleanPressure.com

Advanced Pressure Washing

From the WLP Vault comes the Bible Story of Christmas featuring

8 Classic Christmas Carols and a reading of the Gospel of Luke 2: 4-20

by Bing Crosby! Also available on vinyl.

Visit WLPmusic.com to purchase your copy - CD $10.00

800-566-6150 Photo Courtesy of Bing Crosby Enterprises

St. Francis Religious GiftsLargest Selection of Catholic Gifts

First Communion - Books - Sacramentals

4906 Hwy 6 North, Bear Creek 281-859-0400001722 St Elizabeth Ann Seton Church (A)

DERECHOMIGRATORIO

IGNACIO PINTO-LEÓNABOGADO

14511 Old Katy RoadSuite 360Houston, TX [email protected] Parishioner ✝✝

www.jspaluch.com For Ads: J.S. Paluch Co., Inc. 1-800-833-5941

Ballard RealtyJudy Reidy

Cell: [email protected]

JC Home Remodeling713-885-4470

• Bath/Shower Conversions • Kitchen• Flooring • Drywall Repair/Texture

• Painting • Patio/Covers• Plumbing • Fencing

Free On-Site Estimates, Jose Llanos

Residential • CommercialADDICKS-CHAMPION

Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc.Sales • Service • Installation

Parishioner • $10 OFF w/RepairChuck Kostak • Parishioner Member BBB

(281) 859-1800(281) 373-0111TACLB009595E

Special offer in September / MarchBest Services & Best Deals - All-InclusiveLimited Spaces - contact us now

Spirit Tours-Direct Tour OperatorTel: 929-214-1111 / [email protected] W Little York Rd, Suite 500Houston, TX 77084

www.holylandhandicraft.org

RELIGIOUS PRODUCTSMADE IN HOLY LANDJERUSALEM/BETHLEHEM

OLIVE WOODROSARY CROSSESLAST SUPPER, TEN COMMANDMENTS& MUCH MORE CALL US OR VISIT

US AND ASK FORTHE DISCOUNT

COUPONVALID UNTIL THE

END OF THE MONTH

20%OFF

K & S Plumbing Co. Serving All Your Needs

RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL REPAIRSPhone: 713-695-9739 • www.kands-plumbing.com

Joseph Kenjora Jr. & Eddie Syzdek Jr. Owners

Master License No. 9146 & 9149 35 Years Experience Parishioner

Catholic OwnedA portion of the proceeds go to the less fortunate.

281-861-9918

$28Image Nails Spa

6340 N. Eldridge Pkwy. Ste. DHouston, TX 77041

Mon-Sat 9:30-7:30pm Sunday 11:00-5:00pm(713) 466-3845

Langham Creek HardwareThe helpful place

Locally owned and operated 281.855.680118020 FM 529 Cypress, TX 77433

Located at the corner of FM 529 and Barker Cypress in the Kroger Shopping Center

KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY

DIEGO DE ANDA (AGENT)Office 281-599-7600 Cell [email protected] www.kw-signature.com

To Buy or sell please call me

Family & Cosmetic Dentistry • Orthodontics • Dentistry for Adults & Children

WE ACCEPT:Medicaid & CHIP for ChildrenMedicaid & Medicare for AdultsMost PPO Insurance Plans

Dr. Hieu Nguyen Pham, D.D.S.Dr. Xuan Quyen Truong, D.D.S.

BRACES:$1,000 OFF

ALL CASES!!!

(832) 427-17975547 N. Highway 6,Houston, TX 77084

Perfect Cuts By TracyNo Appointment Necessary

(713) 896-0039

$1.00 OFF HAIRCUT$5.00 OFF COLOR/HI-LITESADULT $8.95 / CHILD $6.95

Sat. 9 -613150 FM 529 #115 Sun. 10:00 - 5Houston,TX 77041 Mon. - Fri 10:00 - 7

JAMAIL PLUMBING CO.Repairs & Remodeling

24 Hour Emergency Service(281) 351-1236(281) 463-6500(281) 444-3070

MPL #16251

Brian or Sally, coordinators

860.399.1785www.CatholicCruisesAndTours.com

an Official TravelAgency of Apostleship

of the Sea-USACST 2117990-70

LEGAL SERVICES• Family Law• Wills • Adoption• Health Care

Directives• Collaborative

LawPrince of Peace

Parishioner

CHRISTINELINCOLNAttorney-At-Law

12777 Jones Rd., Ste. 475Houston, TX 77070

281-970-9005

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time: September 24, 2017 17

 

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church 6646 Addicks-Satsuma Road Houston, Texas 77084-1520

 

S t . V incent dePaul Sept . 27

St. Vincent de Paul was born to a poor peasant family in the French village of Pouy on April 24, 1581. His first formal education was provided by the Franciscans. He did so well, he was hired to tutor the children of a nearby wealthy family. He used the monies he earned teaching to continue his formal studies at the University of Toulose where he studied theology. He was ordained in 1600 and remained in Toulose for a time. In 1605, while on a ship traveling from Marseilles to Narbone, he was captured, brought to Tunis and sold as a slave. Two years later he and his master managed to escape and both returned to France. From that point forward he spent his life preaching missions to and provid-ing relief to the poor. He even established hospitals for them. This work be-came his passion. He later extended his concern and ministry to convicts. The need to evangelize and assist these souls was so great and the de-mands beyond his own ability to meet that he founded the Ladies of Chari-ty, a lay institute of woman, to help, as well as a religious institute of priests - the Congregation of Priests of the Mission, commonly referred to now as the Vincentians.