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1 Sunday, August 5, 2018 - Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time The publication of Pope Francis Apostolic Exhortation recently on the call to holiness in today s world has been a major headline event.

He says, My modest goal is to re-propose the call to holiness in a practical way for our own time, with all its risks, challenges and opportunities.

1 1 Sunday, August 5, Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time The publication of Pope Francis Apostolic Exhortation recently on the call to holiness in today s world has been a major headline event. Pope Francis notes the following on the purpose of the instruction which is five chapters and 177 paragraphs long. He says, My modest goal is to re-propose the call to holiness in a practical way for our own time, with all its risks, challenges and opportunities. The title of the instruction is Rejoice and Be Glad! (Mt 5:12). During these weeks, six or seven paragraphs from each of the five chapters will be shared in the bulletin weekly for your reflection and enlightenment. The full text is available online at It is available in several languages. This week s sharing is from Chapter Five: SPIRITUAL COMBAT, VIGILANCE AND DISCERNMENT 158. The Christian life is a constant battle. We need strength and courage to withstand the temptations of the devil and to proclaim the Gospel. This battle is sweet, for it allows us to rejoice each time the Lord triumphs in our lives. COMBAT AND VIGILANCE 159. We are not dealing merely with a battle against the world and a worldly mentality that would deceive us and leave us dull and mediocre, lacking in enthusiasm and joy. Nor can this battle be reduced to the struggle against our human weaknesses and proclivities (be they laziness, lust, envy, jealousy or any others). It is also a constant struggle against the devil, the prince of evil. Jesus himself celebrates our victories. He rejoiced when his disciples made progress in preaching the Gospel and overcoming the opposition of the evil one: I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven (Lk 10:18). More than a myth 160. We will not admit the existence of the devil if we insist on regarding life by empirical standards alone, without a supernatural understanding. It is precisely the conviction that his malign power is present in our midst that enables us to understand how evil can at times have so much destructive force. True enough, the biblical authors had limited conceptual resources for expressing certain realities, and in Jesus time epilepsy, for example, could easily be confused with demonic possession. Yet this should not lead us to an oversimplification that would conclude that all the cases related in the Gospel had to do with psychological disorders and hence that the devil does not exist or is not at work. He is present in the very first pages of the Scriptures, which end with God s victory over the devil. Indeed, in leaving us the Our Father, Jesus wanted us to conclude by asking the Father to deliver us from evil. That final word does not refer to evil in the abstract; a more exact translation would be the evil one. It indicates a personal being who assails us. Jesus taught us to ask daily for deliverance from him, lest his power prevail over us Hence, we should not think of the devil as a myth, a representation, a symbol, a figure of speech or an idea. This mistake would lead us to let down our guard, to grow careless and end up more vulnerable. The devil does not need to possess us. He poisons us with the venom of hatred, desolation, envy and vice. When we let down our guard, he takes advantage of it to destroy our lives, our families and our communities. Like a roaring lion, he prowls around, looking for someone to devour (1Pet 5:8). Alert and trustful 162. God s word invites us clearly to stand against the wiles of the devil (Eph 6:11) and to quench all the flaming darts of the evil one (Eph 6:16). These expressions are not melodramatic, precisely because our path towards holiness is a constant battle. Those who do not realize this will be prey to failure or mediocrity. For this spiritual combat, we can count on the powerful weapons that the Lord has given us: faith-filled prayer, meditation on the word of God, the celebration of Mass, Eucharistic adoration, sacramental Reconciliation, works of charity, community life, missionary outreach. If we become careless, the false promises of evil will easily seduce us. As the sainted Cura Brochero observed: What good is it when Lucifer promises you freedom and showers you with all his benefits, if those benefits are false, deceptive and poisonous? 163. Along this journey, the cultivation of all that is good, progress in the spiritual life and growth in love are the best counterbalance to evil. Those who choose to remain neutral, who are satisfied with little, who renounce the ideal of giving themselves generously to the Lord, will never hold out. Even less if they fall into defeatism, for if we start without confidence, we have already lost half the battle and we bury our talents Christian triumph is always a cross, yet a cross which is at the same time a victorious banner, borne with aggressive tenderness against the assaults of evil.

2 Scripture Reflection August 5, 2018 18th Sunday of Ordinary Time Ex 16:2-4, 12-15; Eph 4:17, 20-24; Jn 6:24-35 The crowd looked for Jesus and His disciples, but couldn t find them so they sailed to

But don t work for food that doesn t last. You want food that lasts forever. Food that He would give them. They wanted to know how to do these jobs for God, so they could have everlasting food.

2 2 Scripture Reflection August 5, th Sunday of Ordinary Time Ex 16:2-4, 12-15; Eph 4:17, 20-24; Jn 6:24-35 The crowd looked for Jesus and His disciples, but couldn t find them so they sailed to Capernaum and found Him and asked Him when He had gotten there. Jesus replied that you weren t looking for Me because I had performed miracles, but because I had fed you the loaves and fishes. But don t work for food that doesn t last. You want food that lasts forever. Food that He would give them. They wanted to know how to do these jobs for God, so they could have everlasting food. Jesus told them that they needed to believe in the One that God sent. The crowd wanted another miracle, so they would believe in Him. They said God gave their ancestors manna from heaven. Jesus said, I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me will never hunger, and whoever believes in me will never thirst. Each week, we receive the bread of life in the Host and the Blood that quenches our thirst forever. Do you think the people understood what Jesus was saying? Do you believe in the One that God sent? Are you filled with Christ each time you receive the Body and Blood? Have you sat down and really thought about the Eucharist? What happens at Consecration? That when the Priest is holding the bread or wine and it truly turns into the Body or Blood of Christ while we are there watching? What a miracle we observe each Mass! Think about it and try not to be overwhelmed. Chaplet of Divine Mercy & Rosary Crusade this Sunday, August 5th at 3pm Hosted by Conrad and Luisa Greer at Regina Cleri Council #5133, 1330 S. Mountain View. Bring a favorite dish to share for a small gathering after the prayers. Father Peyton often said, The Family that prays together, stays together. DID YOU KNOW... That receiving Eucharist destroys venial sin. Destroys! Through sin, the fervor of our charity can be dampened by venial sin. But when we receive the Eucharist we are united with Charity himself, which burns away the vestiges of our venial sins and leaves us cleansed and ready to begin again. ~ Sr. Theresa Aletheia Noble Becoming Catholic or Finishing Your Sacraments RCIA Process Year-long for the un-baptized (and non-practicing baptized), to prepare for receiving the Sacraments of Initiation...Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation. Series is offered on Tuesday evenings at 7pm, starting September 11, 2018, in the Parish Activity Center. Sacraments will be received at the Easter Vigil, Cost is $40 for materials. Call the parish office for more information. Profession of Faith: This 12 week series is for persons who are baptized, practicing Christians, and wish to be oriented to the Sacraments and practices of the Catholic Church. Series is offered on Tuesday evenings starting September 11, 2018, at 7pm in the Parish Activity Center. Cost is $40 for materials. Call the parish office for more information. Adult Confirmation: This 9-week series is for Catholic adults who are lacking Confirmation. Series is offered on Tuesday evenings starting September 25, 2018, at 7pm in the Parish Activity Center. Cost is $40 for materials. Call the parish office for more information.

3 Liturgy At A Glance! Lyn Bulski at 305-3612 or Lbulski@ omosparish.

Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 6:30pm Masses for the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 6:30am, 8:30am, 6:30pm PRIEST CONFESSION SCHEDULE Wednesday 6pm - 6:25 pm Saturday 4pm

12-15, 18-22; Ps 102:16-21, 29, 22-23; Mt 14:22-36 or Mt 15:1-2, 10-14 Wednesday: Jer 31:1-7; Jer 31:10, 11-12ab, 13; Mt 15:21-28 Thursday: Jer 31:31-34; Ps 51:12-15, 18-19; Mt 16:13-23 Friday: 2 Cor

Our deepest thanks to the BEST DRUMMER EVER, Jim Hunziker, who is leaving us for greener pastures! We pray for the very best for Jim and his wife, Tory in their journey.

We sing/play at the 9am Mass on each Sunday of the month except the first Sunday. If you have a hidden talent of RHYTHM, please consider sharing your talents with OMOS.

Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord Juan Gonzalez, Alba Jimenez, Bettie Lovering, Katherine Connelly Eucharistic Adorers Needed Sunday 1:00pm Tuesday 2:00pm Wednesday 7:00am, 8:00am, 9:00am, 7:00pm

3 3 Liturgy At A Glance! Lyn Bulski at or Lbulski@ omosparish.org August 8 August 11 August 12 August 14 August 15 Memorial Mass at 6:30pm Mass Liturgy & Worship Commission Meeting, 7am in Kino Room 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time Anticipated Mass for Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 6:30pm Masses for the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 6:30am, 8:30am, 6:30pm PRIEST CONFESSION SCHEDULE Wednesday 6pm - 6:25 pm Saturday 4pm - 5pm Saturday 7pm - 7:30pm READINGS FOR NEXT WEEK (In some instances, the optional readings may be used) Monday: Dn 7:9-10, 13-14; Ps 97:1-2, 5-6, 9; 2 Pt 1:16-19; Mk 9:2-10 Tuesday: Jer 30:1-2, 12-15, 18-22; Ps 102:16-21, 29, 22-23; Mt 14:22-36 or Mt 15:1-2, Wednesday: Jer 31:1-7; Jer 31:10, 11-12ab, 13; Mt 15:21-28 Thursday: Jer 31:31-34; Ps 51:12-15, 18-19; Mt 16:13-23 Friday: 2 Cor 9:6-10; Ps 112:1-2, 5-9; Jn 12:24-26 Saturday: Hb 1:12 2:4; Ps 9:8-13; Mt 17:14-20 Sunday: 1 Kgs 19:4-8; Ps 34:2-9; Eph 4:30 5:2; Jn 6:41-51 PRAISE ALIVE IS LOSING ITS DRUMMER! Our deepest thanks to the BEST DRUMMER EVER, Jim Hunziker, who is leaving us for greener pastures! We pray for the very best for Jim and his wife, Tory in their journey. They have both been very faithful, loving servants here at OMOS. God speed!! The Praise Alive choir is now in need of a drummer. We sing/play at the 9am Mass on each Sunday of the month except the first Sunday. If you have a hidden talent of RHYTHM, please consider sharing your talents with OMOS. You may contact Lyn Bulski at or lbulski@omosparish.org. Looking forward to hearing from you. Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord Juan Gonzalez, Alba Jimenez, Bettie Lovering, Katherine Connelly Eucharistic Adorers Needed Sunday 1:00pm Tuesday 2:00pm Wednesday 7:00am, 8:00am, 9:00am, 7:00pm Receiving the Eucharist means adoring Him whom we receive. Only in this way do we become one with Him, and are given, as it were, a foretaste of the beauty of the heavenly liturgy. The act of adoration outside Mass prolongs and intensifies all that takes place during the liturgical celebration itself." - Pope Benedict XVI July 28-29, 2018 $11, SVDP/Project Outreach $2, Thank you for your generous support! The Blessed Nuno Society Pilgrimage to Our Lady Queen of All Angels Orphanage Saturday, August 11th Blessed Nuno Society is sponsoring an all-day pilgrimage to Our Lady Queen of All Angels Orphanage in Agua Prieta on Saturday, August 11th. The carpool will depart from the parish parking lot at 8am on Saturday, August 11th and return by 8pm that Saturday evening. Participants must have a valid passport and are asked to reserve their space by contacting Rocio Zamora in the parish office,

4 LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA Lunes: Dn 7:9-10, 13-14; Sal 97 (96):1-2, 5-6, 9; 2 Pe 1:16-19; Mc 9:2-10 Martes: Jer 30:1-2, 12-15, 18-22; Sal 102 (101):16-21, 29, 22-23; Mt

Sal 112 (111):1-2, 5-8; Jn 12:24-26 Sábado: Hb 1:12 2:4; Sal 9:8-13; Mt 17:14-20 Domingo: 1 Re 19:4-8; Sal 34 (33):2-9; Ef 4:30 5:2; Jn 6:41-51 La Sociedad del Blessed

Ven y se parte de esta hermosa experiencia para toda la familia, donde pones en práctica las Obras de Misericordia: El día inicia a las 8AM y regresamos a la 8PM del

Solo necesitas tener pasaporte y muchas ganas para servir y aprender. Si estas interesado regístrate, llamando a la parroquia.

Institute begins Sat., August 25th. Register now!

methods of biblical study, sharing and praying with scripture, and application of skills in Bible-study leadership.

hope and healing to those who have experienced the pain and loneliness of a broken marriage.

4 4 LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA Lunes: Dn 7:9-10, 13-14; Sal 97 (96):1-2, 5-6, 9; 2 Pe 1:16-19; Mc 9:2-10 Martes: Jer 30:1-2, 12-15, 18-22; Sal 102 (101):16-21, 29, 22-23; Mt 14:22-36 o Mt 15:1-2, Miércoles: Jer 31:1-7; Jer 31:10, 11-12ab, 13; Mt 15:21-28 Jueves: Jer 31:31-34; Sal 51 (50):12-15, 18-19; Mt 16:13-23 Viernes: 2 Cor 9:6-10; Sal 112 (111):1-2, 5-8; Jn 12:24-26 Sábado: Hb 1:12 2:4; Sal 9:8-13; Mt 17:14-20 Domingo: 1 Re 19:4-8; Sal 34 (33):2-9; Ef 4:30 5:2; Jn 6:41-51 La Sociedad del Blessed Nuno El sábado 11 de Agosto Te invita a nuestro peregrinaje y visita a la Casa Hogar, Reyna de Todos los Ángeles en Agua Prieta, Sonora, México el sábado 11 de agosto. Ven y se parte de esta hermosa experiencia para toda la familia, donde pones en práctica las Obras de Misericordia: El día inicia a las 8AM y regresamos a la 8PM del mismo día. Nos vamos en caravana y dejamos los vehículos en la frontera donde nos recogerá un camión que nos llevara a nuestra jornada de Misericordia del día. Solo necesitas tener pasaporte y muchas ganas para servir y aprender. Si estas interesado regístrate, llamando a la parroquia. NEW Bereavement Support Group Facilitated by OMOS Stephen Ministry Meets this Thursday, August 9th 6:30 8:00pm PAC Retreat Room Diocese of Tucson Catholic Bible Institute begins Sat., August 25th. Register now! The Catholic Bible Institute of Southern Arizona (CBISA) is a three-year program that involves a comprehensive study of the Sacred Scriptures, with particular focus on methods of biblical study, sharing and praying with scripture, and application of skills in Bible-study leadership. Information brochures are located in the entryway of the parish hall or in the parish office, or contact CBI graduates Laura Stehle or Melinda Caballero in the parish office, Pequeñas Comunidades de Fe Todos los miércoles por la mañana de 9:30 11:30am PAC Salón de Retiros DIVORCE HEALING Program Beginning Aug 20th This ministry will bring hope and healing to those who have experienced the pain and loneliness of a broken marriage. Surviving Divorce: Hope and Healing for the Catholic Family features twelve video presentations that cover topics such as shock and grief, anger and forgiveness, money issues, dealing with children and a former spouse, and annulment and remarriage. This program is for newly separated and divorced and those still struggling with issues many years later. It will help them find answers to their questions, restore their hope, and begin authentic healing. A group begins on August 20 here at Our Mother of Sorrows. Group size is limited and registration closes after the third week. Call Felicia Klein at , or to csdtucson@yahoo.com.

5 YOUTH Ministry It s Kickoff Time!!! Saturday Night 4:00 9:00pm 04 AUGUST 2018 $12 at the door Clean out your closets and help homeless teens! Bring gently used clothing and/or new socks.

If it is Sunday stop by to hear the stories and see the pictures of last nights event. Calling all Holy Men and Women who have a place in their heart for Teens!

.. 2 Young Adults for Core Team 2 to help with High School Confirmation Food ministers to provide meals Parents to help with service projects and events and anyone with great ideas!

Come hang out with your friends, enjoy good food, great conversations and lots of fun Sundays 1:30 3:30pm Thursdays 6:00 8:00pm (Thursday evening adoration 8:15-8:45pm) We need lectors and

org (602) 677-3064 Pray For Those Who Seek Healing: Deacon Chuck Chajewski, Julia Frankhouser, Amy Ottoson, George Glover The Our Mother of Perpetual Help Rosary will take place at 6pm on

School Supply Drive School starts the first week of August. School supplies are needed for families who rely on Casa Maria as well as those in our own parish community.

School items listed below can be dropped off in the box marked School Supplies in the church or in the Parish Office now through August 13th.

5 5 YOUTH Ministry It s Kickoff Time!!! Saturday Night 4:00 9:00pm 04 AUGUST 2018 $12 at the door Clean out your closets and help homeless teens! Bring gently used clothing and/or new socks. Galaxy Battles, food and music! 2018 Seniors welcome for one last bash! If you are reading this on Saturday...you still have time...come on over to the PAC. If it is Sunday stop by to hear the stories and see the pictures of last nights event. Calling all Holy Men and Women who have a place in their heart for Teens! In preparation for the new year OMOS Teen MD s are asking the community to prayerfully consider how you can help. Looking for... 2 Young Adults for Core Team 2 to help with High School Confirmation Food ministers to provide meals Parents to help with service projects and events and anyone with great ideas! Contact Kim: KSisson@omosparish.org Remember the 12:30 Mass is our Mass! All High School Teens invited anytime! Come hang out with your friends, enjoy good food, great conversations and lots of fun Sundays 1:30 3:30pm Thursdays 6:00 8:00pm (Thursday evening adoration 8:15-8:45pm) We need lectors and musicians for the 12:30 Mass! For information regarding youth ministry, teen programs or needs, please contact Kim Sisson, OMOS Youth Ministry... ksisson@omosparish.org (602) Pray For Those Who Seek Healing: Deacon Chuck Chajewski, Julia Frankhouser, Amy Ottoson, George Glover The Our Mother of Perpetual Help Rosary will take place at 6pm on Wednesday, August 8th. For more information, please call The next Our Lady of Guadalupe Rosary will take place in the PAC Rm #2 on Thursday, August 9th at 7pm. School Supply Drive School starts the first week of August. School supplies are needed for families who rely on Casa Maria as well as those in our own parish community. In addition, the children at the Blessed Nuno Orphanage in Agua Prieta are in need of school supplies this year. With your help we will help as many children as possible. School items listed below can be dropped off in the box marked School Supplies in the church or in the Parish Office now through August 13th. Students who receive the supplies greatly appreciate your donations. If you have any questions or wish to make a monetary donation to help, please call Laura Stehle at Pens Pencils Markers Crayons Highlighters Kleenex Scissors Sharpeners Backpacks Erasers School Supplies Needed Dry Erase Markers Spiral Notebooks (Wide & College Rule one, three or five subject) Dividers & Page Protectors Plastic/Poly Folders Notebook Paper (Wide & College Rule) Glue & Glue Sticks Disinfectant Wipes Composition Books Hand Sanitizer Paper Towels Check out Teen Ministry on the OMOS Website! omoslifeteen@slack.com

Orlino+ 4:00 pm - Marcelo Roldan+ 6:00 pm - Guy & Rita Bernard MONDAY, AUGUST 6 6:30 am - Kiyo Cecil+ 8:30 am - Jacinta Garcia+, Pedro Garcia TUESDAY, AUGUST 7 6:30 am - John & Theresa Earls 8:30 am

6 THIS WEEK'S MASS SCHEDULE: If you would like to present the gifts of bread and wine at the Mass offered for your loved one, please sign up in the Gift Bearer Book behind the last pew in the back of church. SUNDAY, AUGUST 5 7:00 am - Anne Lynch+ 9:00 am - Ian Noriega (Birthday) 10:45 am - Deacon Bob Speers+ 12:30 pm - Phillip A. Orlino+ 4:00 pm - Marcelo Roldan+ 6:00 pm - Guy & Rita Bernard MONDAY, AUGUST 6 6:30 am - Kiyo Cecil+ 8:30 am - Jacinta Garcia+, Pedro Garcia TUESDAY, AUGUST 7 6:30 am - John & Theresa Earls 8:30 am - Jerry Arnaud+ WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8 6:30 am - Fr. Tom Quirk 8:30 am - Howard Miller+ 6:30 pm - Memorial Mass THURSDAY, AUGUST 9 6:30 am - Paul & Delia Cecil+ 8:30 am - Zeniaida Jimenez FRIDAY, AUGUST 10 6:30 am - Delia Cecil+ 8:30 am - Howard Miller+ SATURDAY, AUGUST 11 8:30 am - John Maher+ 5:30 pm - Al Camerlin+ SUNDAY, AUGUST 12 7:00 am - Lorraine Magill+ 9:00 am - Tom Diehl+ 10:45 am - Maria Marcaida+ 12:30 pm - Joseph Alexandrowicz+ 4:00 pm - Marcelo Roldan+ 6:00 pm - Carl Sylvester, Jr. *School Mass (when school is in session) Anointing of the Sick on the first Wednesday and Friday of the month Begin your beautiful spiritual journey with your Savior at a Rachel s Vineyard Retreat for healing after abortion. Rachel s Vineyard Retreat Ministries Next Retreat - September 7-9, 2018 (Tucson) 6 THIS WEEK AT OMOS PARISH SUNDAY, AUGUST 5 1:30 pm - Teen Missionary Disciples - PAC Dining Rm 2:00 pm - Fortaleciendo Familias en la Fe - PAC/Scout Rm MONDAY, AUGUST 6 7:00 pm - Grupo de Oracion - PAC/Scout Rm 6:30 pm - Stephen Ministry Meeting - PAC/Retreat Rm TUESDAY, AUGUST 7 7:00 pm - Turning Point Book Study - PAC/Auditorium 7:00 pm - Hispanic PCIC Chapter Mtg - PAC/Rm #1 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8 9:30 am - Golden Agers cardplaying - PAC/Dining Rm 6:45 pm - Lectio Divina - PAC/Retreat Rm 7:00 pm - Grupo de Jovenes - PAC/Auditorium 7:00 pm - Hispanic Ministry - PAC/Dining Rm/Scout Rm THURSDAY, AUGUST 9 6:00 pm - Teen Missionary Disciples - PAC/Dining Rm 6:30 pm - Bereavement Support Group - PAC/Retreat Rm 7:00 pm - OLOG Rosary - PAC/Rm #2 7:00 pm - Clase de Bautismo - PAC/Auditorium FRIDAY, AUGUST 10 4:00 pm - Baptismal Interviews - Kino Conference Rm 7:00 pm - Charismatic Prayer Group - PAC/Rm #1 SATURDAY, AUGUST 11 7:00 am - Liturgy Commission Mtg - Kino Conf. Rm 9:00 am - Quinceñera Retreat - PAC/Dining Rm/Auditorium SUNDAY, AUGUST 12 1:30 pm - Teen Missionary Disciples - PAC Dining Rm 2:00 pm - Fortaleciendo Familias en la Fe - PAC/Scout Mary Points the Way to Jesus. At Cana, Mary said, Do whatever He (Jesus) tells you. Fr. Liam Leahy will help you deepen your understanding of Mary s role and invoke her help and protection. Come to Alive in Christ at 6:30pm, August 9th, at Sacred Heart Church, 601 E. Ft. Lowell. Call Gloria ( ) for information. Magnificat Women s Brunch Saturday, August 11th, 10:00AM - 12:30PM New location: St. Francis de Sales Church 1375 S. Camino Seco (in the Parish Center) Tickets $20 Come join other women from around the diocese for a catered brunch, fellowship, music, prayer and worship. Call Liz Shears or Gloria Roberts to purchase tickets. Just Coffee will not be sold this weekend. We will resume sales again the third weekend, August 18-19, after all Masses. If you need coffee before then, contact Jean Fedigan On behalf of the farmers in Chiapas, thank you for your continued patronage over the past 15 years! Rediscover Your Marriage - A Retrouvaille Weekend can help couples rediscover hope and purpose in their marriage. Register Now for a Retrouvaille Weekend beginning Friday evening, August 17 - Sunday, August 19. Call or visit

1 Sunday, August 14, th Sunday in Ordinary Time. The Olympic Torch

1 Sunday, August 14, th Sunday in Ordinary Time. The Olympic Torch 1 Sunday, August 14, 2016-20th Sunday in Ordinary Time JESUS AND THE OLYMPIC FIRE: There is a very clear parallel between what Jesus says in this weekend s Gospel and the Olympics and the Olympic fire.