Pope Francis' Message for Lent 2015

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2 Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time Mark is interested in the link between the miraculous activity of the messiah and the awakening of faith. Faith leads people to ask Jesus for healing. Healing leads them to the total commitment of faith. The cure of Peter s mother-in-law suggests more than Christ s extraordinary power over a sick body. In a clipped account, Mark demonstrates his interest in the meaning of the event: the healing of bodies is aimed at wholeness of spirits. This same narrative implies a model for every believer. Made whole by the power of Jesus, we too must devote our full energy to serving the Lord. This model is not easy. Enthusiasm for miraculous cures is not enough. All the crippled and possessed of Capernaum crowd in front of Simon and Andrew s house because they see Jesus only as a wonderworker. Jesus slips away. He takes refuge in solitude and prayer, to search out the real meaning of his mission. He is first of all the sower gone out to spread the Word (Mark 4:3). His word more than his miracles must move us. Regulations on Fasting and Abstinence The dual disciplines of fasting and abstinence have a long history in the Catholic Church. Going back to the early Church, the purpose behind the custom of self denial is not punishment; it is to simplify our lifestyles so that we create a certain emptiness. In this way, freed from all distractions, we are able to hear and respond to God s continued call to conversion and holiness. Fasting is to be observed on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday by all Catholics between the ages of 18 to 59 years (inclusive). On days of fasting, one full meal is allowed. Two smaller meals, sufficient to maintain strength, may be taken according to one s needs, but together they should not equal another full meal. Eating between meals is not permitted, but liquids are allowed. Abstinence from meat is to be observed by all Catholics who are 14 years of age and older. Ash Wednesday, all the Fridays of Lent, and Good Friday are days of abstinence. Note: If a person is unable to observe the above regulations due to ill health or other serious reasons, they are urged to practice other forms of self denial that are suitable to their condition. Fasting, almsgiving, and prayer are the three traditional disciplines of Lent. The faithful and catechumens should undertake these practices seriously in a spirit of penance and of preparation for baptism or of renewal of baptism at Easter. Pope Francis' Message for Lent 2015 The Vatican released Pope Francis' 2015 "Message for Lent" today, and its focus is on fighting indifference in all its manifestations in the Church in the institutional Church, in parishes and dioceses, and in ourselves. Pope Francis emphasized the need for all Catholics to reach out to those in the peripheries, and to not become selfreferential or self-centered. We become more like Christ, he said, by hearing the Word of God, receiving the sacraments, letting ourselves be touched by the love of the Father and by uniting with others in prayer. We can overcome indifference, he added, by using Lent as an opportunity to form our hearts. The pope's message said, in part: Lent is a time of renewal for the whole Church, for each communities and every believer. Above all it is a "time of grace" (2 Cor 6:2). God does not ask of us anything that he himself has not first given us.... Indifference to our neighbor and to God also represents a real temptation for us Christians. Each year during Lent we need to hear once more the voice of the prophets who cry out and trouble our conscience.... Lent is a favorable time for letting Christ serve us so that we in turn may become more like him. This happens whenever we hear the word of God and receive the sacraments, especially the Eucharist. There we become what we receive: the Body of Christ. In this body there is no room for the indifference which so often seems to possess our hearts. For whoever is of Christ, belongs to one body, and in him we cannot be indifferent to one another. "If one part suffers, all the parts suffer with it; if one part is honored, all the parts share its joy" (1 Cor 12:26) Every Christian community is called to go out of itself and to be engaged in the life of the greater society of which it is a part, especially with the poor and those who are far away. The Church is missionary by her very nature; she is not self-enclosed but sent out to every nation and people... As a way of overcoming indifference and our pretensions to selfsufficiency, I would invite everyone to live this Lent as an opportunity for engaging in what Benedict XVI called a formation of the heart (cf. Deus Caritas Est, 31). A merciful heart does not mean a weak heart. Anyone who wishes to be merciful must have a strong and steadfast heart, closed to the tempter but open to God. A heart which lets itself be pierced by the Spirit so as to bring love along the roads that lead to our brothers and sisters. And, ultimately, a poor heart, one which realizes its own poverty and gives itself freely for others. Cathy Dee Catholic, OSV Content, OSV Daily Take

3 St. Therese Catholic School has been fostering faith, service and learning since We offer academic programs for Pre-school to 8th grade. We are conveniently located in the North Valley, minutes from I-25 and I-40. We offer Before and After Care from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Be sure to visit us and see what a small environment can do for your child in 2015! For information call the school at or visit our website at God Bless Save the Date Mardi Gras! Please join us for our 4th Annual Mardi Gras Dinner and Dance Friday, February 13th, 2015, from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. at the Prestige Event Ctr., th St. NW. Alb NM. This is a fun filled evening with a wonderful Prime Rib Dinner, adult drinks (included in cost), and a DJ for your dancing pleasure. Come ready to have fun! Tickets are $30.00 each and all proceeds go towards promoting our academic programs. For more information please call St. Therese School at or stop by the front office to buy your tickets. Thank you for your generous support. 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 re-establish communication and consists of a weekend experience and a series of seven follow-up sessions over a three month period. The next program will be February 13-15, For more info., please call in Albuquerque or or Thank You to our bulletin advertisers! The advertisements pay for our bulletins. ADVERTISER OF THE WEEK Indoor Party Tyme Collections from February 1, 2015 Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, & put your trust in the LORD. Regular Sunday Collection $ St. Vincent de Paul $ School Support $ Utilities $ Building Fund $ Church Boiler $ Prayer Garden $ First Offering $ 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. U.S. Catholic Conference of Bishops Second Collections We thank you for your contributions which make possible the ministries of our parish. Please use your envelopes when making any donations to our parish. (If possible please use checks). If you don t have envelopes, you may use the temporary envelopes which are located at the entrance and in the back of the church. Please Pray for the sick in Our Parish Albert J. Cortez Family, Frances Meek, Sister Clara Reid, Edward Strader, Gabriel Shooter Delgado, Abigail Delgado, Jose & Tonica Dominguez, Anthony Cuellar, Lois Wells, Priscilla Martinez, Elaine Hoolihan, Dennis Meaney, Tony Sena, Aaron Armijo, Lourdes Gurule, Frank Cortez, Gloria Cordero, Virginia Sando, Pete Lucero, Rosa De Aragon, Joe Baca, Theresa Hernandez, Ernest Benavidez, Arthur Cordova, Elva & Julian Ramirez, Steve Sanchez, Mary Garcia, Theresa & Sal Fresquez, Nazario Herrera, Eduvijen Espinosa, Raquel Sandoval, Ramona Chavez, Robert Garner, Dolores Sosa, Javier & Angela Carrillo, Brenda Chavez, Ray J. de la Cruz, Ernest Sierra, Julie Sena, Corrine Garcia, Julian Aguirre, Ron Garcia, Leo Sandoval, Jose Vernier, Fr. Christopher Crotty, Richard Padilla, Fr. Ron Carrillo, Sarah Lopez, Philip Cordova and for those in hospitals and in their home who can t attend church. REMINDER: Each week names will be deleted from the current list to accommodate other parishioners who need to be added to this list. Thank you for your understanding & patience, God Bless. Mass Schedule 18 February 2015 Ash Wednesday 6:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 12:00 Noon & 5:30 PM Ashes will be distributed at all Masses

4 The catholic communicator AN OFFICIAL COMMUNICATION OF THE ARCHDIOCESE OF SANTA FE* Please join us for our 4 th Annual Mardi Gras Dinner and Dance Friday, February pm at the Prestige Event Center th St. NW This is a fun-filled evening with a wonderful Prime Rib dinner, adult drinks (included in cost), and a DJ for your dancing pleasure. Come ready to have fun! Tickets are $30 each and all proceeds go toward promoting our academic programs. For more information, please call St. Therese School at or stop by the front office to buy your tickets. Theology on Tap is ministry for young adults by young adults who want to explore the role of faith in their daily lives. We provide the opportunity to not only learn about the Catholic faith but also meet like-minded people and make new friends. It is open to all young adults (18-40), regardless of religious affiliation. Our next speaker is Fr. John Carney, pastor of Church of the Incarnation. Come early, stay late! Grab a beer and enjoy the delicious food with friends. We meet at Club Rio Rancho on February 11 at 6:30pm. For more information, contact Church of the Incarnation at Lenten Mission at St. Therese Shrine of the Little Flower (3424 Fourth Street NW, Albuquerque) Bishop Emeritus of Pueblo, Colorado Arthur N. Tafoya February 23, 24, 25 6:30pm each day All are welcome! Pray for the spiritual success of the mission. If you have any questions please contact Deacon Raul Talavera at St. Therese Religious Education office Please join us for the 8 th Annual Blue Mass 12 noon Tuesday, February 17 St. Pius X Gymnasium 5301 St. Joseph Place NW, Albuquerque Celebrant, Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan The Blue Mass is a blessing for all police officers, sheriff deputies, firefighters, military, emergency medical personnel, and correction officers in New Mexico, and an opportunity to honor our fallen heroes who have made the ultimate sacrifice. The Mass is a prayer of thanksgiving for these individuals and their service to our communities and for their families who love and support them. A reception for all follows the Mass. All denominations are welcome. For information on the Blue Mass, please contact the Director of Deacons Office, or dcnsec@archdiosf.org. Catholic Charities Refugee Settlement Program Often, refugees arrive in this country with only the clothes on their back. Catholic Charities provides them with a place to live and essential household goods. Many new or gently used items are needed immediately and donation can make a difference; the following are needed: toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo, men s disposable razors, dish soap, laundry detergent, alarm clocks, brand-new pillows, blankets (twin, full and queen). lamps, beds, sofas, dressers, Shrine of the Little Flower St. Therese of the Infant Jesus Parish Albuquerque, NM Sunday February 8, 2015 tables, chairs, and night stands. For smaller items, we ask that you drop them off at our Catholic Charities office located at 3301 Candelaria, NE (just west of Carlisle) between 8-noon or 1-5pm. We can schedule the Catholic Charities truck to come directly to your home for larger items. Call Thank you! 2015 Valentine s Arts and Crafts Fair February 8 9am-3:30pm Holy Family Church 562 Atrisco SW Albuquerque Spanish Quinceañera Family Retreat Hosted by the Hispanic Ministry Office at Our Lady of Guadalupe in Albuquerque Saturday, February 21 from 9am-4pm All young ladies getting ready for their 15 th year celebration are invited to spend the day with their parents learning about the tradition and spiritual meaning of a Quinceañera Celebration. The workshops are: What is a Quinceañera Celebration? Who am I? The Holy Family; My Youth and Values; God s Forgiveness. $25/family, lunch included. Call Jessica at Love and Logic A four session course on parenting skills for ages 0 teen years $10 per person/couple for a workbook. February 25, March 4, 11 and 18 6:30-8:30pm Catholic Center located at 4000 St. Joseph Pl NW, Albuquerque Contact the office of Family Life for more information or to register, (505) The Dominican Laity, a group of lay Catholics who make a formal commitment to live out the Dominican charism of prayer, study, community, ministry, and preaching, has found a new home. We will now meet at St. Therese Catholic Church, 3424 Fourth Street NW, Albuquerque On the first Saturday of the month Mass at 8am Followed by study and fellowship at the rectory In February, we will discuss Chapter 5 of The Joy of the Gospel by Pope Francis. For more information, call Archdiocesan Pre-Cana Classes Engaged Encounter February Albuquerque To register, call or online at Classes: Register online at: com/?cst=3cbb4e or call Rosalie at or rromero@ archdiosf.org. Then and Now: Voices of Fire February19 & 26, March 5 6:30-8:30pm San Ysidro Parish Center, Santa Fe $10 Advanced Level Course: A Lenten Journey through the Old Testament Thursdays, February 19-March 12 5:30-7:30pm 8 credit hours (OT Scripture) Queen of Heaven Albuquerque $10 course fee. $15 book fee. Register by February 16. *A privately owned working in conjunction with the Archdiocese of Santa Fe Published by JCPress JCPress@comcast.net

5 Mass Intentions Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time Prayer to St. Scholastica February 10 O God, to show us where innocence leads, you made the soul of your virgin Saint Scholastica soar to heaven like a dove in flight. Grant through her merits and her prayers that we may so live in innocence as to attain to joys everlasting. This we ask through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, Who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, One God, forever and ever. Amen. Saturday, February 7, 2015 Heb 13: 15-17, 20-21; Mk 6: :00 AM Ray Romero By: Carmen Scott Margarita Jaramillo (Birthday) & the faithful departed By: Lydia Jaramillo 4:00 PM Jose Cordero & deceased family members By: Ernest Cordero Nicolas Calderon By: Claudia Torres Deceased Santistevan family members Sunday, February 8, 2015 Jb 7: 1-4,6-7; 1 Cor 9: 16-19, 22-23;Mk 1: :00 AM Amanda y Alejandro Alvarez By: Amalia Castillo Pedro & Senovia Archuleta By: Mr. & Mrs. Philip Archuleta 10:00 AM FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH 12:00 PM Eduardo Gutierrez Anna Ortiz By: Kathleen Ortiz Lupe Sturtcman By: Mary Gayton Special Intentions of Life Teen Monday, February 9, 2015 Gn 1: 1-19; Mk 6: :00 AM Communion Services Tuesday, February 10, 2015 Gn 1: 20--2:4a; Mk 7: :00 AM Filomeno Cervantes (1st Anniversary) By: Cervantes Family For the health of Ann Lucero Bernie Armijo By: Connie Gallegos Raul Talavera Sr. (1st Anniversary) Wednesday, February 11, 2015 Gn 2: 4b-9, 15-17; Mk 7: :00 AM David Lucero Josephine Cordova By: Mr. & Mrs. Randy Mirabal Fr. Clarence Galli By: Mr. & Mrs. Randy Mirabal Thursday, February 12, 2015 Gn 2: 18-25; Mk 7: :00 AM Eduardo Gutierrez (3rd Anniversary) Special Intention of Helen Jaramillo (90th Birthday) By: Leina Dinkel Frances Fitzpatrick (10th Anniversary) By: Jane Schill Friday, February 13, 2015 Gn 3: 1-8; Mk 7: :00 AM Eusevia Mendoza By: Joe Mendoza Pauline Benavidez By: Mary Padilla Saturday, February 14, 2015 Gn 3: 9-24; Mk 8: :00 AM Michael Meek (Birthday) By: Mom & Dad Candelaria Trujillo (15th Anniversary) & Joe Dan Trujillo (4th Anniversary) By: Gloria Martinez For the health & well being of Barbara Jean Ransom By: Rose M. Alderete 4:00 PM In Thanksgiving to St. Jude By: Patsy Ortiz In Thanksgiving to St. Anthony & St. Therese By: Patsy Ortiz Frank Concini Sunday, February 15, 2015 Lv 13: 1-2,44-46; 1 Cor10:31 11:1;Mk 1: :00 AM Bertha Griego By: Diane Griego & Family Maida Sandoval (Birthday) By: Eloy & Marie Las Animas del Purgatorio By: Amalia Castillo 10:00 AM Nolia Garcia & Felix Garcia By: Rosalinda Lopez Satch Rae By: Rosalinda Lopez Rosa Perez & deceased family members 12:00 PM FOR THE PEOPLE OF THE PARISH Special Intentions of Life Teen

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