All Saints. Todos los Santos. Todos los Fieles

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1 All Saints Todos los Santos Todos los Fieles All Souls Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time October 29, 2017

2 From Father Phil My Dear Parishioners and Friends of St. Theresa, A s we approach the end of October and the beginning of November the young ones think of Halloween and treats. Those of us a little older think of All Saints and All Souls Day. We reflect on our family members that are no longer present with us. We look to this time of year to make ourselves ready for God s presence and we open our hearts and ears to hear what He is asking each of us to do. Readings at this time of the year ask us, as a society and church, to go out of our way to open our hearts and homes. I was a stranger and you welcomed me, can be overlooked at times. I am very proud to say that our Church and our city seem to welcome people with open arms. The Spirit of the Lord at work in our lives prompts us to connect with people of different backgrounds, as well as those who are like ourselves. You all make it possible for us to welcome people to St. Theresa through your generous stewardship contributions. From a Catholic perspective, stewardship is the grateful response of a Christian disciple who recognizes and receives God s gifts and shares these gifts in love of God and neighbor. It is amazing how God has abundantly given to us and we are asked to share our time, talent, and treasure in service to God and others. I hope in the next few weeks you will have time to prayerfully determine if you can increase your stewardship level. Please take this opportunity to help us move forward in our overall mission. I personally want to thank you for your continued support of all we do here at St. Theresa. In true appreciation, Fr. Phil Lloyd Stewardship September 2017 vs Collections $ 60,549 $ 63,023 WeShare/Parish Pay $ 15,606 $ 18,927 Qgiv $ 12,535 $ 18,788 Total $ 88,690 $ 100,738 Overage/(Shortage) $ (12,047) -12% Online Giving There are several ways to access our online giving page: Download a free QR code reader to your phone and scan the image below: You can also go directly on your smart phone or tablet to: Use our electronic kiosk located in the Church, and swipe your card directly. Desktop users can login to our website click on the Giving button on the top green navigation bar and select Donations.

3 "THUS HE GAVE THE COMMANDMENT TO ALL HIS DIS- CIPLES TO IMITATE THE PERFECTION OF THE FATHER SOLEMNITY OF ALL SAINTS Wednesday, November 1 (Holy day of Obligation) 7am (Fellowship Hall) 8:10am School Mass (Gym) 12:10pm (Fellowship Hall) 6:30pm (Fellowship Hall) Thursday, November 2 All Souls 7am (FH) 6:30pm (FH) AND HE SENDS UPON ALL THE HOLY SPIRIT, WHO MIGHT INSPIRE THEM FROM WITH- IN TO LOVE GOD WITH THEIR WHOLE HEART AND TO LOVE ONE ANOTHER AS HE HIMSELF LOVED THEM..." S aint John Paul II provides us with a theologically rich description of the saints. A saint is a member of the Church whose life was imbued with a love of God and neighbor; who is united with God in heaven; who is an intercessory to God on our behalf; and who is worthy of public and universal veneration. -Pope John Paul II, Divinus Perfectionis Magister Put even more simply, a saint is a witness to the love that God has for each of us and whose witness should be emulated by the faithful. A saint has lived the virtues of faith, hope, and charity in such a profound way that others are brought to Christ through their witness, (Jeannine Marino, JCL). He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there shall be no more death or mourning, waiting or pain. -Revelations 21:4 Please join us on All Souls Day November 2nd at 6:30pm in the Fellowship Hall It will be a time to remember our loved ones who have gone before us. This will be a time of healing, hope, joy, and peace. Refreshments will be provided after Mass. The Book of the Names of the Dead C hristian communities all over the world remember the names of their deceased, in prayers of intercession and on anniversaries. The names of those who are called saints are chanted in litany as we approach Baptism and other central moments in the life of the Church. During the month of November, from All Saints' Day until Thanksgiving, many parishes give a place of special honor in their church to the book containing the names of the dead. Parishioners may write the names of those they wish to remember in this special book, which will be located near the altar at every Sunday and weekday Mass during November. "Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord. And let perpetual light shine upon them".

4 Our parish is a member of The Christian Community Service Center (CCSC), a communitybased non-profit organization serving the inner city Houston community. CCSC incorporated in 1980 and since that time has grown to encompass a coalition of 42 churches united in service. With the help of over 2,700 volunteers, CCSC currently offers services through the following outreach programs: Emergency Services-Central, Emergency Services-Southwest, JobNet, Martha s Way, Jingle Bell Express, Back To School, the Louise J. Moran Vision Care Program and the Sunshine Resale Shop. Check their website and Facebook page for more information and to find out about current volunteer opportunities: and CCSC - Christian Community Service Center on Facebook. CCSC MEMBER CHURCHES Bellaire United Methodist Church Bering Drive Church of Christ Bethany Christian Church Christ the King Lutheran Church ChristChurch Presbyterian Covenant Church Faith Lutheran Church First Christian Church First Evangelical Lutheran Church First Seventh Day Baptist Church Grace United Church of Christ Holy Ghost Catholic Church Houston International Seventh-day Adventist Church Kindred Church Pathways Church of Houston Pilgrim Lutheran Church Rice Temple Baptist Church River Oaks Baptist Church Sharpstown Baptist Church Southwest Presbyterian Church St. Andrew s Presbyterian Church CCSC 3230 Mercer Houston, TX Phone: Mailing Address: P.O. Box Houston, TX St. Anne Catholic Community St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church St. John the Divine Episcopal Church St. Luke s Presbyterian Church St. Luke s United Methodist Church St. Mark s Episcopal Church St. Martin s Episcopal Church St. Matthew s Episcopal Church St. Michael Catholic Church Saint Paul Presbyterian Church St. Peter Claver Catholic Church St. Philip Presbyterian Church St. Stephen s Episcopal Church St. Theresa Catholic Church St. Thomas Episcopal Church St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church WatersEdge Community Church West End Church West University Baptist Church West University United Methodist Church Westminster United Methodist Church

5 CAPITAL CAMPAIGN UPDATE After over a year of planning and fundraising the construction phase of our Capital Campaign has finally begun. To all that gave so generously: Thank You! Your gifts have helped us raise $7.85 million towards our goal of $12.1 million. Topping the $7 million mark gave us the confidence to commence construction, but we still need to continue fundraising to avoid or minimize undertaking long-term debt. SUMMARY Please consider reaching deep into your heart to make a commitment of whatever amount you can give to help pay for our church and school construction, a project which is truly worthy of God s glory and honor. Increasing an existing pledge: If you have already made a pledge you can, at any time, increase that pledge by contacting Enrique Benitez, Director of Development (ext. 315). If you are new to the parish, please contact Enrique or Fr. Phil , (ext. 312) if you would like more information. GIVING TO THE CAMPAIGN We need your help! No amount is too small! And, it s never too late to make a pledge! Here is how easy it can be: Pledges for any amount can be made and paid over three to five years on a monthly period. E.g., $10 per week paid over three years would be a gift of $1,560; $25 per week for 3 years would be $3,900. Are you interested in underwriting a pew? We are asking for a pledge of $10,000 per pew twenty pews have already been underwritten. Non-cash donations of stocks, bonds and real estate can also be given. You might also want to consider making a legacy gift when making your estate plans. (Please consult with your financial advisor.) Pledges can be set up and/or donations made by going to the church website and selecting DONATE under the CAPITAL CAMPAIGN tab. Thank you again for your prayers and gifts towards this major improvement to our parish.

6 Announcements DISCOVER THE ROOTS OF OUR CATHOLIC FAITH Dates, Times, Location Morning and Evening Options Monday Evenings 7:00 PM to 9 PM Beginning Jan. 29, 2018 to April 9 with a break on Mar. 5. Friday Mornings 10:00 AM to Noon Beginning Feb. 2 to Apr. 13 with a break on Mar. 9 Registration, For More Information All Meetings will be held at St. Theresa's Fellowship Hall. Workbooks are $25. Registration after Mass Nov and or at Church office. For more info contact Bob or Suzanne Shanley at or or bob@fpchoouston.com Sponsor by: Sparkle Day Come One Come All Let s St. Theresa Sparkle Saturday, November 11th 8:00 a.m. Breakfast 8:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Work 12:30 Lunch Our landscaping needs to be trimmed and freshened up. The lower windows need to be cleaned. Bring your work clothes, lawn equipment, wheel barrow, squeegee, old towels, ladder, and we ll have fun on this beautification day! To volunteer contact head sparklers David Mendel at ext. 343 or david.mendel@sttheresa.cc or Andras Bandi at andras.bandi@sttheresa.cc St. Theresa Women s CLUB Come by and give us a try! The St. Theresa Women s Club welcomes women of all ages to participate in its ministry. Our mission is to help with altar care and supplies, contribute to the needs of the parish, work on charitable projects, and meet with other women to help support our parish. We meet the second Thursday of every month at 6:30pm in the Fellowship Hall. A nominal fee to join is used to help offset the cost of our fundraising events. Questions? Contact Cristela Flores at myvera@hotmail.com or LADIES/MEN OF ST. THERESA: We are in need of additional ladies / men to help laundering of the altar purificators/linens that are used at the Saturday and Sunday Masses. You will be asked to help with the laundering of the purificators/linens twice a year (every six months) and a reminder will be sent to you. Instructions will be provided to you should you find you are interested and have the time in helping with this ministry. Please contact Juliette Listi at or juliettelisti@yahoo.com or jlisti@hmblaw.net

7 St. Theresa students received Little Flower awards and honor roll recognitions on October 23. Register at Tue., Nov pm Fellowship Hall Presented by Chris Lehr St. Theresa Parishioner. Are you unfamiliar with social media or looking to understand it better? Attend this event where we will discuss the various types of social media available and how different social media applications are used. This presentation on social media will be discussed from a chronological perspective so attendees can better understand the past, present, and future of social media. Contact Ginger Tamborello at g.tamborello@sttheresa.cc The new location for Adoration is in the temporary Blessed Sacrament Chapel" (Board Room) in the Fellowship Hall. The entrance will be the outside door facing Memorial Park. The hours of Adoration are: Tuesday & Thursday 7:30am to 10:00 pm If you would like to commit to one hour of Adoration, please contact: Diana Sepulveda at

8 CELEBRATION OF BAPTISM OCTOBER We welcome these new Catholics into the Roman Catholic Church by the Sacrament of Holy Baptism. Olivia Alison Zeniah Cleveland Grace Linh Dao Ariana Sophia Duque-Rodriguez Sebastian Arian Duque-Rodriguez Lily Graciela Lillo-Flores Isabella Suzanne Vidal-Michel Chloe Dominique Vidal-Michel David Michael Truxillo, III Sloane Marie Geneva Wyman CELEBRATION OF MATRIMONY OCTOBER We congratulate those couples, who received the Sacrament of Marriage. May God bless them each and every day and enlighten you with His grace. Sarah Siedhoff and Michael Albrecht Andrea LeBlanc and Stephen Davis Christina Elisa Lombana and Scott Webster Douglas Sarah Schaefer and Tim White Jr. Annie Gierth and Matt Curtis Kelly Marie Dugan and James McComb Toppins Nadia Alameddin and Simon Salas Rachel Frances Haim and Brian Jacob Foley Fathers Support Group Friday, November 17, at 7:00 p.m. Parish Office Introducing a new support group for fathers that are currently or not currently involved in your children lives. This is a meeting to discuss any issues or concerns you might have about parenting children of all ages. For more information contact Fr. Phil Lloyd britishbulldog@sttheresa.cc Taizé Prayer Villa de Matel Chapel Villa de Matel 6510 Lawndale Houston Friday, November 3, 2017 Organ Prelude at 7:10 p.m. Mark Your Calendars! Incarnate Word Academy Open House Sunday, November 5 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. All middle school students and their parents/guardians are cordially invited to attend. Keynote speech 1:45 p.m. followed by guided tours. Visit Register today!

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10 Bienvenidos E N E S PA Ñ O L Noticias y Eventos Carta de Father Phil Mientras nos acercamos al final del mes de Octubre y el principio de Noviembre los niños piensan en Halloween mientras que los adultos pensamos en los días de Todos Santos y Todos los Fieles. Recordamos a los miembros de nuestra familia que ya no estan con nosotros. Vemos esta epoca del año como una oportunidad para ponernos en la presencia de Dios y abrir nuestros corazones y nuestros oidos para entender que es lo que El quiere de nosotros. Las lecturas en esta epoca del año nos pieden que como parte de la parroquia y la sociedad abramos las puertas de nuestros corazones y de nuestros hogares. Yo era un extraño y me acogiste, esta frase puede ser ignorada ciertas veces. Estoy muy orgulioso de nuestra Iglesia y de nuestra ciudad al ver como ha acogido a otras personas con brazos abiertos. El espíritu del Señor nos conecta con personas con diferentes antecedents, así como con personas que comparten historiales similares a los nuestros. Ustedes hacen posible que la gente se sienta bienvenida en Sta. Theresa através de sus contribuciones generosas. Desde la perspectiva católica, la administración es una respuesta agraciada de un discípulo cristiano que reconoce y recibe las bendiciones de Dios y comparte estas bendiciones con amor hacia Dios y hacia los demas. Es increible como Dios nos da abundantemente y ahora se nos pide que compartamos nuestro tiempo, talentos y nuestra riqueza en servicio de Dios y de los demás. Espero que en las próximas semanas recen fervientemente para que cresca el nivel administrativo. Por favor tomen esta oportunidad para ayudarnos a avanzar en nuestra misión en general. Personalmente quiero agradecerles por su apoyo continuo en todo lo que hacemos en Sta. Theresa. Con sincero agradecimiento, Pr. Phil Lloyd Queridos feligreses y amigos de Sta. Theresa, El libro con los nombres de los muertos Donaciones en Línea Hay varias maneras de donar en línea: Descarga la aplicación gratuita QR code reader en tu teléfono y escanea esta imagen: Puedes ir directamente a esta dirección: Usa el kiosko que esta en la iglesia y escanea tu tarjeta. Ve a la página web clic en el botón Giving en la parte verde de la navegación y clic en Donations. Las comunidades cristianas de todo el mundo recuerdan los nombres de sus difuntos, en las oraciones de intercesión y en los aniversarios. Los nombres de aquellos que son llamados santos son cantados en letanía cuando nos acercamos al Bautismo y otros momentos centrales en la vida de la Iglesia. Durante el mes de noviembre, desde el Día de Todos los Santos hasta el Día de Acción de Gracias, muchas parroquias otorgan un lugar de honor especial en su iglesia en el libro que contiene los nombres de los muertos. Los feligreses pueden escribir los nombres de aquellos que desean recordar en este libro especial, que estará ubicado cerca del altar en cada misa dominical y de lunes a viernes durante noviembre. "Que le Señor les conceda el descanso eterno y que la luz perpetua brille sobre ellos".

11 The Week Ahead Sunday, October 29 8:00 am Mass, Gym 8:30 am RCIA, Office 10:00 am Mass, Gym 11:15 am Sunday by Sunday, Gym Upstairs 12:00 am Spanish Mass, Gym 5:30 pm Mass, Gym Monday, October 30 7:00 am Mass, FH 2:30 pm Sr. Carolyn Book Club, Lounge 6:30 pm Meditation Prayer Group, Office Tuesday, October 31 7:00 am Mass, FH 7:30 am-10:00 pm Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, FH Board Room 7:00 pm Women s Encounter, FH Lounge 7:30 pm Men s Encounter, FH Lounge Wednesday, November 1 7:00 am All Saints Day Mass, FH 8:00 am All Saints Day School Mass, Gym 12:10 pm All Saints Day Mass, FH 5:30 pm Reconciliation, FH 6:30 pm All Saints Day Mass, FH 7:00 pm Legión de María, Lounge 7:00 pm Spanish Prayer Group, Office 8:15 pm Men s AA, Fellowship Hall Thursday, November 2 6:30 am Women s AA, Office 7:00 am Mass, FH 7:30 am-10:00 pm Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, FH Board Room 6:30 pm All Souls Mass with Reception, FH Friday, November 3 6:45 am Rosary for Peace, FH 7:00 am Mass, FH 5:00pm Retreat, Office 5:30pm Widows Gathering, Office Saturday, November 4 7:00am Retreat, FH 4:00 pm Reconciliation, Gym 5:30 pm Mass, Gym Sunday, November 5 8:00 am Mass, Gym 8:30 am RCIA, Office 10:00 am Mass, Gym 11:15 am Sunday by Sunday, Gym Upstairs 11:15am Marriage Orientation, Pastoral Center 11:30 am Faith Formation, FH 12:00 am Spanish Mass, Gym 2:30 pm American Legion, FH 5:30 pm Mass, Gym Saturday, October 28 5:30 PM Wil Dalferes Sunday, October 29 8:00 AM Gus Arndt 10:00 AM Pro-Populo (Parishioners) 11:30 AM Miguel Garza Gonzalez 5:30 PM Goloria Leona (L) Monday, October 30 7:00 AM Martha Austin Tuesday, October 31 7:00 AM Louise Gorski Wednesday, November 1 7:00 AM Uncle Mac & Aunt Pat Michelle Marks Dorothea Kristoff Anthony & Natalie Adams Joseph & Louis Adams Nayeli de Jesus (L) 8:05 AM Florence Austin 12:10 PM Gus Arndt 6:30 PM Chauncy Austin Thursday, November 2 7:00 AM Catarina Castelli Giuseppe Camagna Rosario Cucciara 6:30 PM All Souls Friday, November 3 7:00 AM Emile & Neil Leinget (L) Altar Flowers The flowers in front of the altar are in memory of Dennis O'Connor by Kathleen O'Connor

12 Haskell, Houston, TX Phone: Fax: Pastor: Fr. Phil Lloyd, ext.: 312, Deacon Larry Vaclavik, Deacon Bill Wilson, Deacon Dwight Coles, Deacon Juan de Dios Perez Operations & Finance Director Cherie Hernandez, ext. 305 Pastoral Associate Matrimony or Application for Annulment Patrick Miral, ext. 310 Director of Music David San Miguel, ext. 311 Director of Adult Education / Hospitality Ginger Tamborello, ext. 306 g.tamborello@sttheresa.cc Faith Formation / Youth Ministry Janice Berger, ext. 335 j.berger@sttheresa.cc Development Director Enrique Benitez, ext. 315 e.benitez@sttheresa.cc Capital Campaign Johanna Bransford, ext. 309 j.bransford@sttheresa.cc Finance David Mendel, ext. 343 david.mendel@sttheresa.cc Yen Fite, ext. 329 yen.fite@sttheresa.cc Nancy Loncarich, ext. 333 nancy.loncarich@sttheresa.cc Receptionist/Clerical Assistant, Parish Deandra Mackey, ext. 301 d.mackey@sttheresa.cc Mary Ann Virgilio, ext. 301 maryann.virgilio@sttheresa.cc Bulletin Inquires and Submissions Veronica Benitez, ext. 333 stccbulletin@sttheresa.cc St. Theresa School StTheresaCatholicSchool Principal Melissa Ilski ext. 320 melissa.ilski@sttheresa.cc Administrative Assistant, School Rhonda Lastovica, ext. 321 r.lastovica@sttheresa.cc Director of Admissions, School & ECC Kelly McCarty, ext. 314 k.mccarty@sttheresa.cc Early Childhood Center Director Cindy Clements, ext. 338 c.clements@sttheresa.cc Alumni Relations AlumniStTheresaMemorialPark Traci Bocock t.bocock@sttheresa.cc Maintenance Manager Andras Bandi, ext. 302 andras.bandi@sttheresa.cc Weekend Masses: Saturday Vigil: 5:30 p.m. Sunday: 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m. (Spanish), 5:30 p.m. Daily Mass: Monday Friday at 7 a.m., Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Holy Day Masses: 7 a.m., 12:10 p.m., and 6:30 p.m. Office Hours: Monday Thursday: 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Friday: 8:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Sunday: 8:00 1:00 p.m.