St. Charles Borromeo Church Sunday, August 12, 2018 Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Volume 43 Number 32

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1 St. Charles Borromeo Church Sunday, August 12, 2018 Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Volume 43 Number 32 Get up and eat! (1 Kings 19:5) Elijah was downcast. Queen Jezebel had just ordered his death. Just a few days earlier, Elijah had found himself in a moment of jubilation. He had just outdueled four hundred prophets of the false god Baal. In a matter of days, Elijah went from complete jubilation to complete depression. He went from fearless confidence in God to fearing for his life. He went from feeling like a special messenger of God to feeling like a fruitless and worthless vine. It was so bad that Elijah even asked God to take his life. In this dire moment, God sent some food and an angel to help Elijah. The angel told him, Get up and eat, else the journey will be too long for you (1 Kings 19:7). Like Elijah, we all have moments of jubilation and moments of discouragement. We may be in prison, we may be dealing with difficulties at work or at home, we may have lost our confidence and feel like a failure. These moments of hardship can sap the life right out of us. In today s Gospel, we see Jesus telling people that he is the Bread of Life that came down from heaven (John 6:51). Even greater than the food that God provided for Elijah, Jesus offers us living bread, his own flesh. He offers us his own life in the Eucharist so that we don t ever have to lose hope. As we take and eat, Jesus can minister to our fearful and broken hearts. Even the simple act of eating this Bread can help us feel better. The Eucharist inspires us to hold on to our faith, even when we are downcast. It reminds us that Jesus was completely human, like us in every way except sin. He was tempted just like us. He suffered like us. So he knows firsthand what it s like to be troubled. So take and eat today, knowing that Jesus is with you through even your most troubling times. He will give you his energy for the long haul. Lord, you are the Bread of Life. The Word Among Us Daily Meditation (August 12, 2018) Mass Intentions for the Week Mon., 8/13 - NO MASS Feast of Saints Pontian, Pope, and Hippolytus, Priest, Martyrs Tues., 8/14-12:10 P.M. MASS Feast of Saint Maximilian Kolbe, Priest & Martyr: Freddie Pierce; George, Louise & Marcella Bourgeois; William "Bill" Nezzio

2 Wed., 8/15-7:30 A.M. MASS Solemnity of The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary: Frank Weimer (DA); Freddie Pierce; George, Louise & Marcella Bourgeois; Louis Gaubert (B); Marguerite & Euel J. Zeringue; Mckensie Trosclair (B); Memorial Society; Noah & Camilla Ann; O'Neil, Vesta, Kenneth, Loretta & Michael Bourgeois; Noah & Odile Bourgeois; Mary Ann Bourgeois; Special Intention; Gautreaux & Richard Families Wed., 8/15-6:00 P.M. MASS Solemnity of The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary: Gerald "T-Shay" Foret; Gordner & Velma Foret; Jake & Mabel Matherne; Mallory Griffin-Altar Server (B); Ronnie Sampey; Sally Thibodaux; Mary Frances Bourgeois Thurs., 8/16-12:10 P.M. MASS Feast of Saint Stephen of Hungary: Freddie Pierce; George, Louise & Marcella Bourgeois Fri, 8/17-7:30 A.M. MASS Freddie Pierce; George, Louise & Marcella Bourgeois; Marguerite Zeringue; Philip Barrios; Kate Danos Sat., 8/18-4:00 P.M. Vigil Mass of The Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Ames & Valerie Rodriguez; P. J. Zeringue; Aimee Saenz (B); Alcee & Emily Zeringue & Family; Beverly Lagarde Breaux; Ces & Rena Zeringue; Yvonne & Charley Plaisance; Gene Nichols; Mike & Nita Zeringue; Charles & Nell Zeringue; Donatien & Kate Danos; Earline & Theogene Gaubert; Jeannie Gaubert; Earline Chiasson; Elsie Gaudet; Eugene & Elise Adams & Sons; Frank & Edna Weimer; Freddie Pierce; Gautreaux & Richard Families; George, Louise & Marcella Bourgeois; Gilbert "Chief" Knoblock; Tammy Knoblock Toups; Gregory, Boudreaux & Gaubert Families; J.P. Bourgeois; John Blanchard (B); Josephine & Roy Foret and Allen; Jules R. Quatrevingt; Junious & Nita Lirette; Robert Lirette; Junius Lirette Jr.; Nita L. Crochet (B-8/19); Jane L. Wilcox; Kate Danos; Lawrence & Eugina Mayet; John & Doris Mayet; Clara M. Himel; Tisha Normand; Leonce & Ruth Thibodaux & Sons & "Chinie"; Louis Gaubert & Family; Alexis Benoit & Family; Brad Ford; Lydia F. Folse; Marcel & Rose Richard; Marco Gilliam; Marguerite & Euel J. Zeringue; Mark Benoit; Mary "MiMi" LaRose; Patti Knoblock (B); Philip & Inez Marse; Ralph Melancon; Richard "Peachy" Gaudet Sr.; Ronnie Sampey; Roy Bourgeois; Shirley Chiasson; Ruth Marie Trosclair; Sally Thibodaux; Stone Savoy; Wilbert Dufrene; Ashley Dufrene; Beth Dufrene; Tarlton David; Thomas & Gertie Zeringue; Warren LeBlanc; Wilbert & Mercedes Knoblock; William "Bill" Nezzio; Miriam Rousselle (DA) Sun.., 8/19-7:30 A.M. Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Marguerite Thibodaux; Harry Becnel; Benson Plaisance Jr.; M/M Benson Plaisance Sr.; Carroll Acosta Sr.; Charles, Dolly, Lucille & Sheldon Price; M/M Edward Toups; M/M Willie Breaux; Cody Pierce; Dave Folse (DA); Dave Folse Jr. (B); Debra F. Knobloch (B); Denis Knobloch (DA-8/20); Fred & Ruby B. Hebert; George (B) & Eulalie B. Iver; Helen Schexnaydre; Jerome Coniker; Jessie Pierce Jr.; Jim & Velma Richard; Nookie & Theresa Diaz; Joy Lynn Naquin; Jules J. & Jeanne L. Ball; Michael Trosclair; Michael Poussard; Brandon Courteaux; Jules Quatrevingt; Edward Comeaux Jr.; Linda Kliebert; Louis & Inez Devillier; Patricia & Cherry Devillier; M/M Joshua Oldag (WA); M/M Thomasie Danos & Family; Clarence, Wayne & Sandy Foret; Mary W. & Dave J. Robichaux, Hazel &

3 Chester Boudreaux; Chester Boudreaux Jr.; Olga L. Robichaux; Oscar & Lillie Prejean; Betty & Curtis Morvant & C.J.; Philip & Goldie Weimer; Ray Weimer Jr.; Richard "Bibbens" Robichaux (B); Roberta F. Boudreaux; Theresa & Philip Toups Sr.; William "Bill" Nezzio Sun.., 8/19-10:00 A.M. Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Earline Chiasson; Andras & Barrilleaux Families; Beverly Lagarde Breaux; Christina Hebert; Christine Martin; Madison A. Lagarde; Cynthia Molaison Naquin; Eddie Thibodaux & Allison; Freddie Pierce; Irvin & Marie Prejeant; George & Bernice Whitman; Joseph E. Blanchard Jr.; Joseph Lagarde Sr.; Dorothy (Dot) Lagarde; K.C. Toups, DVM; Kerry Robichaux; Linda Loupe; Hugh William Watts; Marie & Francis Savoie; Mary Frances Bourgeois; Melvin Gehbauer, Sr.; Poor Souls in Purgatory; Richard "Peachy" Gaudet (B-8/20); Terry & Glenda Legendre Toups (WA-8/17); Julia Benoit Boquet; Tyler Hebert; William "Bill" Lyles; William Mitchell (B-8/20)); David L.J. Lagarde Jr.; Sherry Boudreaux; Marcella Bourgeois DATES,TIMES & PLACES 24/7 Perpetual Adoration (Chapel) Mon, 8/13 NO MASS Tues, 8/14-12:10 P.M. - Mass (Chapel) 6:00 P.M. Implementation Team Meeting (Conference Room) Wed, 8/15-7:30 A.M. - Mass - Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Holy Day of Obligation (Church) 10:00 A.M. Rosary (Chapel) 6:00 P.M. - Mass - Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Holy Day of Obligation (Church) Thurs, 8/16-12:10 P.M. Mass (Chapel) Fri., 8/17-7:30 A.M. Mass (Chapel) 8:00 A.M. Communion Calls Sat., 8/18-9:00 A.M. Pastoral Council Meeting (MFLC) 4:00 P.M. Vigil Mass Sun, 8/19-7:30 A.M. Mass 8:45 10:00 A.M. 11 th Grade CCD Class 10:00 A.M. Mass/CCD Mass (11 th Grade Calling forth of Candidates) Mon, 8/20-6:00 P.M. Parents (ONLY) of Grades 1-9 Meeting - STUDENTS DO NO ATTEND (Church) Our Lady of Fatima Statue will be in the home of Margaret LeBlanc on 8/8-15/2018

4 BLESSED SACRAMENT CANDLE (IN CHURCH) IN MEMORY OF: (8/10-16) BLESSED SACRAMENT CANDLE (IN CHAPEL) IN MEMORY OF: (8/10-16) Deceased Members of KC Council #12060 ALTAR BREADS IN MEMORY OF: (8/10-16) William Bill Lyles; Joseph Lagarde Sr. ALTAR WINE IN MEMORY OF: (8/10-16) Joseph Lagarde Sr. MISSALETTES IN MEMORY OF: (8/10-16) Joy Lynn Naquin SACRIFICIAL GIVING (August 4-5, 2018) $4, In 109 Envelopes Loose $4, Total Maintenance Collection: $ St. Anthony: $2.00 SCRIPTURE READINGS FOR THE COMING WEEK: MONDAY (8/13): Ez 1:2-5, 24-28c; Mt 17:22-27 TUESDAY (8/14): Ez 2:8-3:4; Mt 18:1-5, 10, WEDNESDAY (8/15): Rv 11;19A; 12:1-6A, 10AB; Cor 15:20-27; Lk 1:39-56 THURSDAY (8/16): Ez 12:1-12; Mt 18:21-19:1 FRIDAY (8/17): Ez 16:1-15, 60, 63; Mt 19:3-12 SATURDAY (8/18): Ez 18:1-10, 13b, 30-32; Mt 19:13-15 SAT/SUNDAY (8/18-19): Prv 9:1-6; Eph 5:15-20; Jn 6:51-58 BIBLE VERSE OF THIS WEEK: I will bless the Lord at all times; his praise shall be ever in my mouth. (Psalm 34:2)

5 The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary The Most Blessed Virgin Mary, when the course of her earthly life was completed, was taken up [ assumed ] body and soul into the glory of heaven, where she already shares in the glory of her Son s Resurrection, anticipating the resurrection of all members of His Body. (Catechism of the Catholic Church, no. 974) Mass times for the Solemnity of The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Holy Day of Obligation) are: Wednesday, August 15 th at 7:30 A.M. & 6:00 P.M. in Church. PLEASE NOTE: SAFE ENVIRONMENT TRAINING Anyone wishing to work with children MUST be Safe Environment Trained. Safe Environment Training is now available on-line Before beginning the actual training, please make sure that you fill out the Volunteer Ministry Application and return the completed form to Lisa at the Administration Office. Thank you for your cooperation with this matter. SAVE THE DATE! - Sunday, August 12 th at 4:00 P.M. in Church for grades 10 th 11 th - Safe Environment Training (Circle of Grace). - Sunday, August 12 th at 4:00 P.M. in the Chapel 11 th Grade Parents Meeting. AN INVITATION FOR THE YOUTH All Youth in grades 8 th and up are invited to attend Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament with an opportunity to dive deeper into your faith on Sunday, August 19 th at 7:00 P.M. in the Chapel. Y all come and bring a friend!! Listening Session If you have not participated in a Listening Session with Fr. Carl yet, you will have the opportunity to do so this Saturday, August 11 th after the 4:00 P.M. Mass and Sunday, August 12 th after the 7:30 A.M. & 10:00 A.M. Mass in Mauret Family Life Center WEDDING ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS The Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux is inviting all couples married in the Catholic Church who are celebrating their 25 th, 40 th, 50 th, 60 th (and beyond) wedding anniversary during 2018 to a Diocesan Prayer Service to be held

6 Sunday, October 21, 2018 at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral at 2:00 P.M. A reception will immediately follow in the Life Center. If you wish to participate in this program, please notify the Administration Office before August 24 th to register. All registered couples will receive an inscribed diocesan certificate in their own church parish during their scheduled parish celebration. Our Parish Wedding Anniversary Celebration will be held on Saturday, October 20 th, at the 4:00 P.M. Mass, with refreshments afterwards in the foyer of the Church. Please Note: You do not have to attend the Diocesan Celebration to be recognized at our Parish Celebration. Mass for Acadian and French-Heritage People: At 6:00 PM on August 15, 2018, the patron feast day of the Acadian people, Fr. Roch Naquin will be the principal celebrant, and Bishop Shelton Fabre will preside at a French-language Mass at St. Hilary Church in Mathews, LA. All are invited, especially people of French heritage, to offer praise and thanks to God in the language of our ancestors. In the context of this celebration we implore the Lord to enable us to preserve our language and cultural identity. A reception will follow in the St. Hilary Parish Hall. HURRICANE SEASON PRAYER Our Father in Heaven, through the intercession of Our Lady of Prompt Succor, spare us during this hurricane season from all harm. Protect us and our homes from all disasters of nature. We ask this through Christ Our Lord. Amen. QUOTE: Feed your faith and your fear will starve to death.