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2 TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY Are they few in number who are to be saved? This question has been repeated through the centuries. Faced with the demands of the gospel or with the fact that millions never hear the gospel, laity and theologies alike have experienced a certain anxiety. The discussion often takes place in an atmosphere of certainty that we are on the right side. Yet the theoretical question concerning the number of elect in fruitless. We have been forewarned that the door which leads to salvation is narrow. All that lies within What matters is to act, to do courageously all that lies within our power to enter. There are no guaranteed reservations that will assure us access to the banquet. We must mistake the door. Neither ethnic identity nor religious heritage substitutes for life in Christ. Our religious traditions tends toward one of two extremes. Either we rest smug in the conviction that baptism alone suffices or we suffer the delusion th earn salvation by spiritual athletics. The narrow door opens between these two. THE STRUGGLE Asked to name a saint of our times, many of us would say Mother Teresa. Born in Albania, she began religious life as a sister in a teaching order, which sent her to a girls school in Calcutta, India. She was shocked to see the dismal poverty beyond the school grounds. In 1948 she responded with unquestioned faith to an inner calling: to leave the teaching order and serve the destitute in Calcutta s slums. Very soon, other women joined Mother Teresa in her works of mercy, forming the Missionaries of Charity. Over the next fifty years Mother Teresa became a worldrenowned symbol of compassion and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize. A book published after her death contains letters she wrote to friends, superiors, and confessors, and reveals that this small, energetic nun had spent long years in a spiritual desert. She had such deep longing for God, but felt no faith, love, or fervor. Her fame increased, but except for a brief few weeks in 1958, her faith did not return. Prominent atheists declared that the letters show that all religious faith is a sham. Those of us who struggle with faith are encouraged by her heroism. The struggle cont... Like Saint John of the Cross, Saint Teresa of Ávila, and many others, she kept doing God s will in spite of spiritual darkness. Her dying wish was that her letters be destroyed, but the Church decided to keep them. Perhaps now we know why. Copyright 2009, World Library Publications. All rights reserved. LA LUCHA Si nos pidieran que mencionáramos a un santo o una santa de nuestra época muchos de nosotros diríamos: La Madre Teresa. Nacida en Albania, comenzó su vida religiosa en una congregación de hermanas maestras, que la envío a enseñar en una escuela de niñas en Calcuta, en la India. Se quedó consternada al ver la pobreza tan deprimente que había por todos lados. En 1948 respondió con una fe incontestable al llamado interior de dejar la congregación de religiosas maestras e ir a servir a los desamparados en los suburbios de Calcuta. Muy pronto otras mujeres se unieron a la Madre Teresa y a sus obras de misericordia. Así se formó la congregación de las Misioneras de la Caridad. En el transcurso de los siguientes cincuenta años la Madre Teresa fue reconocida mundialmente como un símbolo de compasión y galardonada con el Premio Nobel de la Paz. Un libro publicado después de su muerte, cuyo contenido son cartas escritas por ella a amigos, superiores y confesores, revela que esta pequeña y vigorosa monja había pasado largos años en un desierto espiritual. Ella tenía un anhelo profundo de Dios, pero no sentía fe, amor o fervor. Su fama aumentó pero, excepto por unas breves semanas en 1958, su fe no volvió. Dejó escrito que su sonrisa era una máscara mientras luchaba inmensamente para ver qué valor tenía su obra, y que si no había Dios, tampoco podía haber alma y Jesús no es el Cristo. Hasta dejó de rezar por un tiempo porque no le parecía tener sentido. Aparentemente la Madre Teresa murió con sus dudas en Algunos ateos prominentes han dicho que esas cartas demuestran que toda fe religiosa es una farsa. Para aquellos de nosotros que luchamos con nuestra fe, el heroísmo de esa mujer nos anima. Al igual que san Juan de la Cruz, santa Teresa de Ávila y muchos otros, ella siguió haciendo la voluntad de Dios a pesar de su oscuridad espiritual. Su último deseo fue que se destruyeran sus cartas, pero la Iglesia decidió guardarlas. Tal vez ahora sabemos por qué. Copyright 2009, World Library Publications. All rights reserved.

3 D+E+I PRESENTS Preparing Spiritually for the Elections FAITHFUL CITIZENSHIP: Catholic Tension Re-Visited by Fr. Robert Keller, OP, Sunday, September 11, 2016 From 1:00 to 3:00 pm UNM Continuing Education Center, Albuquerque, NM Election years put Catholics on alert that we are members of this nation. We are called to vote. In every election, there are candidates whose positions may or may not reflect our faith values. We gather to step back for a moment of reflection at which we can work to clarify our place in society, our values, and what we can do as citizens. Fr. Robert Keller will provide catholic insights and lead break-out sessions which will reconvene to share the new understandings which are sure to develop. Given the way the current campaign is developing our gathering will be animated! Come and participate! RSVP to contact@deiabq.org or D+E+I Members free General Public $10 free-will offering appreciated. RELIGIOUS EDUCATION SECRETARY NEEDED AT NATIVITY OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, & put your trust in the LORD. 8/14/2016 Regular Sunday Collection $ St. Vincent de Paul $ School Support $ Utilities $ Building Fund $ Second Collections: 1st. Sunday of the Month St. Therese School, 2nd Sunday, St. Vincent de Paul, 3rd Sunday Building Fund, 4th Sunday Utilities, 5th Sunday Misc. PRAY FOR THE SICK IN OUR PARISH Anthony & Florinda Cortez, Bernice Laredo, Gerald Rodriguez, Armijo, Sena & Chavez families, Andrew Cleland, Robert Griffin, Melvin Vigil, Ramona Ramirez, Helena Baca, Joan Turrieta, Carmen Lueras, Olga Varoz, Sarah Gonzales, Angie Tachias, Ray Rodarte, Mary Chavez, Ashley Lopez, Damian Garcia, Virginia Sando, Josephine Chavez, Mary Vigil, Martha Harrison and for those in hospitals or their home and can t attend church. FIESTAS St. Francis Xavier is hosting their annual fiestas on September 23rd, September 24th & September 25th, All are invited to join them for fun, games and great food. Bring your family and friends and enjoy! PILGRIMAGE HISTORICAL WALK THROUGH SALVATION Join us November 1st 17th, 2016 for a Seventeen Day Holy Land Pilgrimage under the spiritual direction of Father Francisco Alanis. Cost will be $ for the seventeen days. For additional information contact Caroline Padilla at (505) God Bless. The Secretary and her family are moving to Wisconsin, her last day will be October 3rd, If you know anyone who is interested in the position please contact Deacon Michael Illerbrun at The Parish is accepting applications until September 1, 2016 for this position. This position requires regular weekend, work and one evening per week in addition to normal weekday office hours. Applications are available in the parish office. "A good Catholic meddles in politics." Pope Francis, September 2013

4 The Shrine of the Little Flower St. Therese of the Infant Jesus Parish Albuquerque, NM catholic communicator AN OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION OF THE ARCHDIOCESE OF SANTA FE* Sunday August 21, 2016 The Catholic Committee on Scouting for ASFis pleased to announce the Annual Retreat for Scouting. American Heritage Girls, Girl Scouts, Camp Fire Boys and Girls, Cub and Boy Scouts, Venturers, and their parents will spend the day learning about their Catholic Faith tailored for their respective scouting program. We will grow in our Catholic beliefs by listening, sharing, praying, singing, and playing. Please attend only one retreat. Santa Fe s retreat is on September 23, at Santa Maria de la Paz Parish. Albuquerque s retreat will be at St. Jude Thaddeus Parish on October 1. For more information and to register, visit our website at html or contact JoAnn Brennan at or via at Joann2719@aol.com. Classes: Register online at or call Rosalie or rromero@archdiosf.org. Introduction to Scripture: Wednesdays, September 7 to October 5, 6:30-8:30pm at Our Lady of Fatima (Room 1) in Albuquerque. Mary Reinhardt, MTS, Instructor. $10 fee. Introduction to Scripture: Saturdays, September 17 to October 1 from 9am 1pm at Lourdes Hall (Room 132) in Albuquerque. Deacon Keith Davis, Instructor. $10 fee. Introduction to Church History: Tuesdays, September 27, October 4, 11, 18, and November 1st. No class October 25, class at Lourdes Hall (Room 132) in Albuquerque from 10am to noon. Deacon Keith Davis, Instructor. The Archdiocese of Santa Fe African American Catholic Community invites all to join us for Mass on August 28, 12 noon at St. Joseph on the Rio Grande Catholic Church, 5901 St. Joseph s Dr. NW, Albuquerque. Presider Fr. Benjamin Onwumelu. For more information please call (505) or (505) Sponsored by the Archdiocese of Santa Fe Office of Social Justice and Respect Life and the AACC. Archdiocese of Santa Fe Catholic Schools Please visit www. asfcatholicschools.org or call to learn more about the Catholic Schools in our community. We re saving a seat for you! Mercy is With You 5 th Women Retreat in Spanish September 10 and 11 At Holy Family Church, 562 Atrisco Dr. SW Albuquerque, For information, call Beatriz Nelly Retrouvaille, a lifeline for troubled marriages. Is your marriage tearing you apart? Is there little or no meaningful communication? Are you considering separation or divorce? We believe Retrouvaille can help. Retrouvaille will teach you a method to reestablish communication. This three phase program consists of a weekend experience, a series of 7 follow-up sessions over a three month period, and a monthly meeting for lifelong support. The next program will be September 16-18, now both in English and Spanish. For more information, or to register, please call in Albuquerque or Pilgrimage Advertisement Travel with the Friars of the Renewal in 2017! Holy Land - Jan $3295 plus tips Our Lady of Guadalupe - March (APS/RRPS Spring Break) $1795 plus tips Prices include Air from ABQ, ground transportation, admissions, guides & most meals Kristine@ Select-Intl.com / or Linda@FunCatholicTravel.com / Brochures: Date Night Date Night, for married couples of mixed Christian traditions to recall and celebrate our unity in faith. Saturday, September 10 6:30pm Dinner will be served at Our Lady of Annunciation Parish, Magdalene Hall, 2611 Utah NE, Albuquerque RSVP by September 6 by calling Rose Garcia at Renowned Catholic singer John Michael Talbot will be presenting a three night mission at the Shrine of St. Bernadette in Albuquerque on September 6, 7 and 8, at 7:00pm. John Michael is a platinum-selling music legend, a best-selling author, and the host of The Church Channel s popular show All Things Are Possible. Don t miss out on this extraordinary mission. A love offering will be taken each evening to support the ministry of the Brothers and Sisters of Charity, founded by Talbot. The Shrine is located at Indian School Road, NE, Albuquerque Phone: All are welcome! *A privately owned business licensed by the Archdiocese of Santa Fe Published by JCPress TheCatholicCommunicator@gmail.com

5 Mass Intentions Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time St. Rose of Lima August 23 God our Father, for your love, St. Rose gave up everything to devote herself to a life of penance. With the help of her prayers, may we imitate her selfless way of life and enjoy the fullness of Your Blessings in Heaven. Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, Who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God forever and ever. Amen. Saturday, August 20, 2016 Ez 43: 1-7a; Mt 23: :00 AM Eloy & Maida Sandoval By: Marie Sandoval Ubaldo Maestas (Birthday) By: Millie Borrego 4:00 PM FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH Sunday, August 21, 2016 Is 66: 18-21; Heb 12: 5-7, 11-13; Lk 13: :00 AM Ortencia Casaus By: Joe & Neyda Casaus Sandra Valdez (1st Anniversary) By: Husband & family Special intention od Michael Cordova 10:00 AM Judy Garcia By: Severo & Romelia Garcia Denis Paul Alonzo (20th Anniversary) By: Mom Grace Nevarez C de Baca (8th Anniversary) By: Philip C de Baca 12:00 PM Juan Sanchez (9th Anniversary) By: Wife Dolores, Joe Sanchez & Sandra Barela & family Mary Lou & Eugene Duran By: Robert Duran Daniel Garcia (Birthday) By: Mom & Dad Monday, August 22, Thes 1:15, 11-12; Mt 23: :00 AM Communion Service ST. THERESE PARISH FIESTAS SEPTEMBER 30TH, OCTOBER 1ST & 2ND Lets show our support to Liana Padilla on her fundraising activities. Anyone interested in running along side with Liana is urged to contact Liz Baca at or the Parish office Our Next fiesta meeting will be August 6:00 PM. Tuesday, August 23, Thes 2: 1-3a, 14-17; Mt 23: :00 AM Solomon Sal Fresquez By: Family Special intentions for David Weatherman & Carl Weatherman By: Mom Wednesday, August 24, 2016 Rv 21: 9b-14; Jn 1: :00 AM Robert Garcia By: Gloria Garcia Thursday, August 25, Cor 1: 1-9; Mt 24: :00 AM David S. Galbiso (10th Anniversary) By: Mom Valerie A. Cordova By: Mom & family Lucy & Louie Martinez By: Irene Maldonado & Lupita Duran Friday, August 26, Cor 1: 17-25; Mt 25: :00 AM FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH Saturday, August 27, Cor 1: 26-31; Mt 25: :00 AM FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH 4:00 PM George Montoya (1st Anniversary) By: Mom Benjamin E. Juarros (Birthday) & Benjamin Juarros By: Alice Juarros Gianna Suzanne Frongillo By: Leina Dinkel Sunday, August 28, 2016 Sir 3: 17-18, 20, 28-29; Heb 12: 18-19, 22-24a; Lk 14: 1, :00 AM FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH 10:00 AM Orlando Remijio Olona (2nd Anniversary) By: Melba Olona Anselmo Serrano (Birthday) By: Wife & family Lawrence T. Montano By: Gilbert & Ruby Montano Felicia Torres (Birthday) By: Jim & Diane Griego & family 12:00 PM Ray T. Barela (29th Anniversary) By: Sandra Barela, Joe Sanchez & family Benito Serbin Jr. (Anniversary) By: Lena & Dee Serbin Robert Bobby McCoy By: Millie Borrego Thank You to our bulletin advertisers! The advertisements pay for our bulletins. ADVERTISER OF THE WEEK ABSOLUTE SKYLIGHT & CONSTRUCTION

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