SAINT GEORGE MARONITE CHURCH

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1 SAINT GEORGE MARONITE CHURCH AN EASTERN CATHOLIC CHURCH OF THE WEST SYRIAC ANTIOCHENE TRADITION Week of September 4, 2016 Seventeenth Week of Pentecost Religious Education & Bible Study Pre K - 12 th grade-see bulletin for schedule Ladies Altar Society (LAS) See bulletin for schedule Maronite Youth Organization (MYO) See bulletin for schedule Adoration Tuesday 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM Mystery of Reconciliation (Confession) 30 minutes before Liturgy and upon request Mystery of Baptism & Chrismation Parents and Godparents must meet with the pastor to make arrangements Mystery of Crowning (Marriage) Notify the pastor ONE YEAR in advance for the necessary arrangements Sick and Hospitalized Contact the pastor for visitation Memorial Sunday and Lebanese Luncheon Last Sunday at 11:00 AM Liturgy Schedule: Monday-No Liturgy Tuesday 5:30 PM Wednesday - Friday 12:00 Noon Saturday 5:00 PM, Sunday 8:00 AM & 11:00 AM Saint George Maronite Catholic Church 6070 Babcock Road, San Antonio, TX Offices: (210) (210) Fax: (210) Hall: (210) Fr. Charles Khachan, MLM Pastor Ex ckhachan@gmail.com Fr. Marwan Abi Nader, MLM - Associate Pastor Deacon Tom Billimek Annette Garcia - Parish Secretary Ex. 100 Nick Morey Bookkeeper Ex102 Jo Ann Reed - Financial Consultant Michele Chebib - Hall Manager Ex. 104 Deborah Mery Fernandez - Cultural Arts Director Richard Karam - Church Attorney Edward Karam - Church Realtor & Lector Coordinator Soumaya Doenges - Greeter Coordinator Ameen Al Bahloly- Altar Server Coordinator Regina Aune - Archivist Fernando Fernandez - Athletic Director Brendan George - Pastoral Council Chairman Jose Fernandez - Finance Committee Chairman Candy Monsour - LAS President Patricia Karam - Scholarship Committee Chairman Elyse Karam, Monica Chavez, & Sabrina De La Cruz - MYO Directors Samantha Karam Naffah - MYP President Crystel Harb - Religious Education Coordinator Crystel Harb & Katy Emerson MYA Coordinators Dave Sweeney - Veterans Committee Chairman Toufic Khalife & Larry Monsour - Grounds Committee Merciful Like the Father!

2 MARONITE MINUTE Seventeenth Week of Pentecost September 4, 2016 CARRIER OF GOD S TENDER AND MERCIFUL LOVE The canonization of Mother Teresa invites us to look to her as a Christian hero, an outstanding model of the Christian life. But as Lumen Gentium of the Second Vatican Council tells us, It is not only through their example that we cherish the memory of those in heaven; rather we seek, by devotion to them, to exercise that bond of fraternal charity which unites and strengthens the whole Church in the Spirit (cf. Eph 4:1-6). Just as Christian charity brings us closer to Christ on our earthly journey, so does the communion of saints join the People of God to Christ, the fountainhead of all grace and life, on their eternal journey (LG 50). The Holy Father s desire is to have Mother Teresa s canonization during this Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy, particularly during the Jubilee celebration for workers and volunteers of mercy. The whole pontificate of Pope Francis is marked by attention and love for the last, the least and the lost, for the marginalized, for those at the peripheries of human existence the poorest of the poor. How fitting, then, to have Mother Teresa to be, we could even say, the saint of this Jubilee! Wishing to place Mother Teresa, with her example and message, directly and clearly into the context of the Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy, the theme, Carrier of God s Tender and Merciful Love has been chosen. At the time of the Inspiration (1946), Jesus gave to Mother Teresa the name of the religious community He was asking her to begin: Missionaries of Charity. Mother Teresa translated this to carriers of God s love. In this too, she was following Jesus s directions; He had invited her: You come - go amongst them [the poor] - carry Me with you into them. Thus, she would exhort her religious family to be faithful to the mission entrusted to them: Carry Him and His light into the homes of the poor, especially to the souls most in need. Spread the charity of His Heart wherever you go. The theme expresses as well those particular qualities of charity that she was to make known to the poorest of the poor: the tenderness of God s merciful love for those most in need. She urged her followers to serve the poor with tender and compassionate love. This is carrying the love of Jesus who, she was absolutely convinced, loves each one of us tenderly with mercy and compassion. and wants us to love each other as He loves each one of us with a tender love. Mother Teresa insisted that love cannot remain still. It has to get into action, and that action is service. The service that the Missionaries of Charity render to the poorest of the poor is actually comprised of what are traditionally called the works of mercy. The Catechism of the Catholic Church teaches that works of mercy are charitable actions by which we come to the aid of our neighbor in his spiritual and bodily necessities. Instructing, advising, consoling, comforting are spiritual works of mercy, as are forgiving and bearing wrongs patiently. The corporal works of mercy consist especially in feeding the hungry, sheltering the homeless, clothing the naked, visiting the sick and imprisoned, and burying the dead. Among all these, giving alms to the poor is one of the chief witnesses to fraternal charity: it is also a work of justice pleasing to God (CCC 2447). As we approach the canonization of Mother Teresa, we may be encouraged by her example and message of God s tender and merciful love to put love into living action as she did, to do ordinary things with extraordinary love. We may not be called to do exactly what Mother Teresa did, but we can do what God entrusts uniquely to each one of us. Mother Teresa understood this so well: As I often say to people who tell me they would like to serve the poor as I do, What I can do, you cannot; what you can do, I cannot. But together we can do something beautiful for God. As the Church wishes to present Mother Teresa as an icon of the Father s mercy in this Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy, it is our hope that her words and example will urge all of us to become generous servants and to reflect the face of God s mercy to those around us, beginning in our own families. As Mother Teresa s face radiated God s tender and merciful love, so too may we become more and more a reflection of His tender mercy through our loving actions. 2

3 Intentions and Readings of the Divine Liturgy Sat. Sept. 3rd 5:00 PM Liturgy for Edward Karam req. by his family James 5:13-20 Lk 19:41-44 Sun. Sept. 4th 8:00 AM Liturgy for Deceased Daniel Family Members req. by Frank & Betty Gudat 11:00AM Liturgy for Msgr. James Khoury Rom 13:8-14 Seventeenth Week of Pentecost Lk 10:25-37 Mon. Sept. 5th NO LITURGY 1 Tim 1:1-7, Mt 5:43-48 Tues. Sept. 6th 5:30 PM Liturgy for Msgr. James Khoury req. by JoAnn & Curtis Reed 1 Tim 1:18-2:7 Jn 13:31-35 Wed. Sept. 7th 12:00 Noon Liturgy for Edward K. Mery req. by Ralphie Karam 1 Tim 2:8-15 Jn 15:12-14 Thurs. Sept. 8th 12:00 Noon Liturgy for Daniel Fernandez req. by Ralphie Karam 1 Tim 3:1-13 Mt 22:35-40 Fri. Sept. 9th 12:00 Noon Liturgy for Mike Ayoub 1 Tim 3:14-4:5 Lk 6:31-38 Sat. Sept. 10th 5:00 PM Liturgy in Loving memory of Michael Allen Anderson 1yr anniversary req. by Pat & Judy Perillo 1 Tim 4:6-16 Jn 17:20-26 Sun. Sept. 11th 8:00 AM Liturgy for Deceased Daniel Family Members req. by Frank & Betty Gudat 11:00AM Liturgy for Deceased of the Aune & Pinion families req. by Regina Aune 1Cor 1:18-25 Feast of the Holy Cross Jn 12:20-32 We apologize for any inconvenience if a name of a loved one was misspelled or dropped off the list of masses by mistake. August 28, 2016 Stewardship: $4, You can now contribute online, 3

4 Bertha Acevedo, Rocky Anawaty, Amira Andera, Regina Aune, Corey Baines, Gerry Baines, Sharon Benson, Pamela Gabriel Craig, Marina Curie-John, Diana Curi-Ryder, Josephine Daaud, Amira Dean, David Emerson, Norma Emerson, Zeyna Faris, Brendon Fuselier Muriel Keogh George, Hank Grage, Betty Gudat, Harry Hilton, Jackie Hill, James Hughlette, Sal Isgro, Marie Joseph, Al Jowdy, David Karam, Elyse Karam, Eugene Karam, Mary Anne Karam, Mary Ann Trad Karam, Donna Khattar, Marie La Monica, Richard La Monica, Margaret Craig Loyd, Charles Malouff, Louise Malouff, Maria Marines, Karen Martinez, Elvira Mery, Maria Mery, Paul Mery, Jr., Tony Mery, Tony Moawad, Connie Moller, Adele Morrison, Nancy Nasif, Tim O Connor, Jose Olvera, Roger O Shaughnessy Thelma O Shaughnessy, David Palazzo, Noel Palazzo, Ashley Polley, Larry Raba, Tanya Raba Curtis Reed, Kirsten Reed, Rose Ribble Roberto Rodriguez, Pedro Rosas, David Saliba, Gloria Saliba, Marie Schechter, Bella Rodriguez Torres, Rose Trevino, Jeanette Van Delden, Ted Van Delden, Gene Viola, Joe Walker, Miriam Wells, Cathy Turcotte Wolfe, George Yamin. Jack Riegel - August 27, 2015 Henry Murray Boothroyd - November 13, 2015 Suzann Westermann - November 29, 2015 Margaret Abdo Karam - December 1, 2015 Joseph Jacob Harb - December 23, 2015 Elda Jadallah - December 28, 2015 Karen Karam Baines - March 10, 2016 Sophie Abdo Karam - June 24, 2016 Saturday, September 3rd (5:00 PM) Lector: Joe Khattar Ushers: Frank Dieck & Elizabeth Aboud Greeters: Sandy Nasif Altar Servers: Zack Karam & Aaron Mery Saturday, September 10th (5:00 PM) Lector: Ralphie Karam Ushers: Arthur Lang & Gladys Salisbury Greeters: Karen Sacre Altar Servers: Lexi Carraway, Josie Carraway, Caleb Carraway & Kiersten Salinas Sunday, September 4th Lector: (8:00 AM) Frank Westermann Lector: (11:00 AM) Brendan George Ushers: MYO Greeters: MYO Altar Servers: MYO Sunday, September 11th Lector: (8:00 AM) Frank Westermann Lector: (11:00 AM) Michael Mery Ushers: David Sweeney & Larry Monsour Greeters: Ladies Altar Society Altar Servers: Anthony Kuri, Andre Kuri & Harry Doenges 4

5 SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 4TH Qurbono (Liturgy) 8:00 AM & 11:00 AM Rosary at 10:40 AM TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 6TH Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will be from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM followed by the Qurbono (Divine Liturgy) at 5:30 PM. Adoration will resume at 6:00 PM and will conclude with the Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 11TH Qurbono (Liturgy) 8:00 AM & 11:00 AM Rosary at 10:40 AM LAS mass and meeting at 11:00 AM. The meeting will take place in the church office. SECOND COLLECTION FOR CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY The second collection on Sunday September 11 will be for Catholic University. The Catholic University of America, located in Washington, D.C., is the national university of the Catholic Church. Founded in 1887, CUA offers students an excellent education in a faith-filled atmosphere that is grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition. The Collection for The Catholic University of America underwrites scholarships to assist financially deserving students in completing their education at CUA in over 50 disciplines. SPECIAL COLLECTION FOR THE FLOOD VICTIMS IN LOUISIANA At the request of the USCCB and Bishop Elias, we will take up a special collection for the victims of the flooding in Louisiana on Sunday, September 18, during all liturgies. The funds collected will help our Maronite Families in Louisiana who need assistance, along with sending funds directly to Catholic Charities USA. If you like, you can make your donation directly on the Eparchy s website type=mzvbq0vaqea%3d or Church website Community Life FAITH FORMATION PROGRAM Faith Formation will begin on Sunday, September 18. Registration fees for one child are $35, and registration fees for two or more children are $60. It is held every Sunday morning (except the last Sunday of the month) from 9:00-10:45 am in the MCC. Weekly announcements appear in this bulletin and by to all registered families. Everyone is welcome to attend. Please be advised: for parents seeking to enroll their children to receive First Communion, this is a two-year program taught in the 1st and 2nd grade classes with a well-established curriculum and qualified teachers. You can download the registration form and make an online payment through the Church s website. For additional information, please contact Crystel Harb at or crystelharb_lb@hotmail.com. Faith Formation classes start Sunday September 18 at9:00 AM in the MCC. MAGIC IS THE NIGHT On September 24,2016, Magic is the Night A Masquerade, will take place. Preparations have been underway for a good part of this year, however, now is the time to come together and put on the final touches which is sure to be the event of 2016! All are welcome to participate. Areas of need are: cooking, decorations, silent auction donations, and table sales. Tables are: $ , , and $ Individual tickets are available for $ each. Please check the bulletin for information and announcements. Final preparations will take place the week of September 24th. 50TH ANNIVERSARY AD BOOK On October 7, 2016 the Eparchy of Saint Maron will be celebrating it s 50th anniversary. In celebration of the 50th Anniversary, a commemorative ad book is being put together. Anyone who would like to sponsor a message or an ad should go to the NAM website page=50adbookform or contact the church office. 5

6 Miscellaneous LAS CORNER We would like to let everyone know that we still have grape leaves available for sale. Cost is $ lb. of grape leaves Lebanese cookbooks for sale, $ each. September 24 - Magic is the Night October Lebanese Food Festival November 13 - Veterans Day November 24 - Thanksgiving Bishop s Holy Year Prayer Intention: The intention for September: Students and Teachers FROM POPE FRANCIS God gave us the earth to till and to keep in a balanced and respectful way. 6

7 Faith Formation Ministry Registration Form All sessions: Sunday 9:00-10:45 am in MCC Our Family is registered in the parish: Yes No All families are asked to register and be active members of the parish. Father s Name Mother s Name Address Zip Home Telephone Cellular Address (Required) Reminders, and program changes, will be sent via , text message, and/or telephone. Personal information is confidential. Please provide accurate information so we may contact you in a timely manner. Thank you. Registration for one child is $35 Registration for two or more children is $60 Child s Name Age Grade Years of Religious Education Date of Birth Holy Mysteries Received Baptism Chrismation Eucharist Penance Note: All pre-kinder children must be 4 years of age by September 1 st. Parent/Legal Guardian Signature Date For Office Use: Date Check/Cash Amount Breakfast 7

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