November 26, 2017 Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe ST. GABRIEL THE ARCHANGEL CATHOLIC CHURCH STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION ON READINGS EZ 34: 11-12, 15-17; PS 23: 1-3, 5-6; 1 COR 15: 20-26, 28; MT 25: 31-46 We celebrate today what is popularly and traditionally called the Feast of Christ the King. This is also the beginning of the last week of our Catholic Liturgical Year, as the New Year begins with Advent next Sunday. We often mention that time is a gift to us; this idea of measuring Church time is also a gift, but do we truly appreciate it? People tend to say I go to church. In reality, Christ does not call us to go to church; He calls us to be Church. We should live our lives in such a way that it is clear we are Catholic and Christian and part of Christ s Kingdom, for He is our King. Were you aware that the name Christ is a royal title in itself? In Greek it means the anointed king. St. Paul referred to the Lord as king of kings and lord of lords, a phrase with which we are familiar. If we accept Christ as our King, and if we live our lives as His disciples and followers we are certainly part of His Kingdom. Pope Pius XI instituted today s solemnity in 1925 at a time when many countries were struggling with total loyalty to secular royalty. Pius XI wanted Catholics to recognize that their loyalty was to a higher power, their spiritual king in heaven. Pius XI wrote at that time, For Jesus Christ reigns over the minds of individuals by His teachings, in their hearts by His love, in each one s life by the living according to His law and the imitating of His example. PARISH OFFICE 8755 Scarborough Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80920 www.saintgabriel.net Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm Phone: (719) 528-8407 Fax: (719) 598-1696 Email: office@saintgabriel.net PARISH CLERGY Pastor, Fr. Kirk Slattery frkslattery@saintgabriel.net Deacon Andy Dunnam dcnadunnam@saintgabriel.net Deacon Mike McGrady mmcgrady@saintgabriel.net Deacon Dave Geislinger dgeislinger@diocs.org MASS SCHEDULE Weekend : Saturday 5:00 pm; Sunday 8:30 am, 10:30 am, 12:30 pm (Spanish) & 4:30 pm Weekday : Tuesday-Friday 12:15 pm SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Tuesday-Friday: 11:50 am-12:10 pm, Saturday: 2:30-3:30 pm, or by appointment. First Friday: 10am to noon. Eucharistic Adoration: Wednesday 10 am to 7 pm.
ADVENT HAPPENINGS Extended Reconciliation times December 2, 9, 16, 23; 1:30 3:30pm Feast of Immaculate Conception, December 8 Masses at 12:15pm and 6:30pm Our Lady of Guadalupe, December 9 Mañanitas at 7:00 am followed by Mass in Spanish at 8:00 am Posadas December 16 immediately following the 5pm Mass INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY Snow season is here! For office hours and possible Confession and Mass cancellation, please call 528-8407, for recorded information which will be updated by 9am. For specific ministry event cancellations, look for information from the ministry coordinator. Please be safe during these winter months The office will be closed Dec 8, Dec 22, Dec 25, and Jan 1. WORDS TO PONDER "Cast away from you all the transgressions that you have committed against me, and get yourselves a new heart and a new spirit! Why will you die, O house of Israel? For I have no pleasure in the death of anyone, says the Lord God. Turn, then, and live." Ezekiel 18:31-32 GIVING TREE The Giving Tree is up in the Narthex loaded with gift tags for you to take. While you are out doing your Christmas shopping pick up an extra gift or two for an underprivileged child or family. This year we are providing smiles to over 240 children and families on Christmas morning. Your generous donations will go to families at Sacred Heart Parish in Denver, an impoverished inter city parish of Denver, to families at the United States Air Force Academy and to local families in our neighborhood. HELP NEEDED Our readings AND music portion of the hymnal will change this weekend for the coming liturgical year. Come back Sunday evening immediately after the 4:30 pm Mass, and help us get ready for Advent. This is a great project for families! Contact Kathy Thomas if you have questions, 528-8407, or kthomas@saintgabriel.net. SEEKING VOLUNTEERS Do you want to help make St. Gabriel s a safe place for Worship/Fellowship? We are looking for someone to lead our Health & Safety Team. If you re interested, please contact Marc Lanning at mlanning@saintgabriel.net or Steve Reed at stevenj.reed@yahoo.com for more information. 4th Sunday of Advent Masses December 23 Mass at 5pm. December 24 Masses at 8:30am, 10:30am, and 12:30pm (Spanish). Christmas Eve Masses December 24 Masses at 4pm, 6:30pm, 8:30pm (Spanish), and Midnight Christmas Day Mass December 25 Mass at 10am New Year s Day Mass January 1 Mass at 10:00 am (combined) St. Gabriel the Archangel 2 Colorado Springs, CO
CALENDAR THIS WEEKEND Sat-Sun Giving Tree in Narthex. UPCOMING ACTIVITIES Mon, Nov 27 Apologetics Course 9-11am. Mon, Nov 27 The Great Timeline Bible Study 7-9pm. Mon, Nov 27 Return Class 7pm. Tues, Nov 28 The Great Timeline Bible Study 9:30-11:30am. Wed, Nov 29 Eucharistic Adoration from 10am 7pm. Pray the rosary and Divine Mercy chaplet after the 12:15 Mass. Children s hour from 4-5 pm. Pray the rosary at 6:15 pm. Evening Prayer and Benediction starts at 6:40 pm. Wed, Nov 29 Dante s Divine Comedy 7pm. Thurs, Nov 30 Anima Session 1 6:30-8:30pm. Fri, Dec 1 First Friday Adoration 10am-12pm. Fri, Dec 1 Reading/discussion group for Divine Mercy Prayer Cenacle in the Library after 12:15 Mass. Sat, Dec 2 Advent by Candlelight 9-11:30am. SAVE THE DATE Dec 8 Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Holy Day of Obligation). Masses at 12:15 and 6:30pm. Office Closed. Dec 9 Our Lady of Guadalupe, Mananitas 7am flowed by Mass in Spanish at 8am. Dec 15 Date night presents Fr. Nathan Cromly 6-8pm. Dec 16 Posadas after 5pm Mass. FINANCIAL BLESSINGS RECEIVED Fiscal Year July 2017 - Oct 2017 Total Offertory & Other Income Received: $450,722 Total Operating Expense: $413,467 RETURNING GODS GIFTS UPDATE We are almost there to meet our 2017 Goal. 2017 Parish Goal: $113,435 Total Intentions: $112,348 Total collected to date: $105,669 Percentage collected: 93% For every dollar donated past the parish goal the Diocese will give ½ back to the parish. DECEMBER FAITH FORMATION SCHEDULE Sunday: December 3 and 10. Includes Gr K-5 (11:45-1:15) and Gr 6-7 and Confirmation (2:30-4:00). RCIC: Sunday December 3 and 10(9:45-11:15). Mondays: December 4 and 11. Gr K-7. YSF: Sunday December 3 and 10 (9:45-11:15). Homeschool: No Meeting in December. YDisciples: TIS THE SEASON FOR GIVING TO CHARITY With Thanksgiving holiday goodwill in the air (and, perhaps a desire to earn some tax exemptions before January), charitable giving generally peaks this time of year. Advent is an appropriate time to ask ourselves, How can I repay the Lord for all the good done for me? Psalm 116:12. Please consider the following opportunities as you make your end of year plans: Donations you wish to include for the 2017 Tax Year must be dated and received or postmarked by December 31, 2017. You may place your gift in the collection, mail or deliver to the Parish Business Office. You may also schedule your gift through http://www.saintgabriel.net/giving/giving-options or as a One-Time Gift. If you have appreciated stock this year, you may realize a tax break through a donation to St Gabriel. Consult your tax advisor or financial advisor for your situation. If you are 70 ½ or older and have a Required Minimum Distribution from your retirement plan, you may benefit from a directed gift to St. Gabriel. Talk to your tax advisor, financial advisor, or plan administrator and let them know if you are interested in the possible tax benefit. Maximize your tax benefits. Begin early to evaluate the charitable gifts you have made this year, and those you are considering. Allow time to consult financial advisors and to complete all necessary steps in time to count your gift for the 2017 tax year. Gifts received or processed online after December 31, 2017 will be included in your 2018 giving statement. St. Gabriel the Archangel 3 Colorado Springs, CO
CALLING ALL CORPUS CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL ALUMNI! We are trying to put together an Alumni database with the hopes of launching an Alumni Reunion Weekend in Summer. Please email Karen Shannahan at kshannahan@corpuschristicos.org with your contact information. Thank you! RESPECT LIFE By focusing on the most vulnerable members of society, we strengthen the entire fabric of society to protect the rights of all. Archbishop William E. Lori, Chair Ad Hoc Committee for Religious Liberty St. Gabriel the Archangel 4 Colorado Springs, CO
During this Advent season, consider spending time with Jesus. Our Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament schedule is: Every Wednesday 10am 7pm First Friday 10am noon On Wednesdays we have the Divine Mercy chaplet prayed after 12:15pm Mass followed by the rosary. A rosary is also prayed starting at 6:15pm followed by Evening Prayer and Benediction. Truly prepare yourself for the birth of Jesus by taking time to spend with Him. St. Gabriel the Archangel 5 Colorado Springs, CO
St. Gabriel the Archangel 6 Colorado Springs, CO
WEEKLY FAITH TOPIC CHRISTMAS CONFESSION PAUL TURNER Many Catholics go to confession as part of their preparation for Christmas. A lot of people who shop, bake, mail, and party throughout December know there is a deeper reason for all this activity. They want to do more than decorate the house and set the table. They want to prepare their hearts so that the Kind of Kings will find in there a home. Your parish probably sets aside extra time for confessions in December. Priests usually hear individual confessions on Saturday afternoon. But they gather people for a communal penance service on some other evening of the week this time of year. During the week or ten days before Christmas, you should be able to find confessions scheduled at your parish or in another one nearby. As an alternative you may ask a priest for a special appointment to hear your confession. Some people do this if they are not free when the parish confessions are scheduled, or if they would like to spend a little more time to confess their sins and discuss their spiritual life with a priest. Priests are busy, especially during the week before Christmas, but they will want to help you if they can. If Christmas comes, and you still haven t gone to confession, it is never too late. The good news is you can always go. If your experience of Christmas this year touches your heart; if you are moved by the spirit of giftgiving by family, friends, and strangers; if you realize more deeply that God loved you enough to send you Jesus then open your heart. See God s glory. Acknowledge your weakness. Confess your sins. And rejoice in the grace of forgiveness. Copyright 2012 Resource Publications, Inc., 160 E. Virginia St. #170, San Jose, CA 95112, (408) 286-8505. EXTENDED RECONCILIATION TIMES December 2, 9, 16, 23; 1:30 3:30pm READINGS FOR THE WEEK OF NOV 26 Monday: Dn 1:1-6, 8-20/Dn 3:52-56/Lk 21:1-4 Tuesday: Dn 2:31-45/Dn 3:57-61/Lk 21:5-11 Wednesday: Dn 5:1-6, 13-14, 16-17, 23-28/Dn 3:62-67/ Lk 21:12-19 Thursday: Rom 10:9-18/Ps 19:8-11/Mt 4:18-22 Friday: Dn 7:2-14/Dn 3:75-81/Lk 21:29-33 Saturday: Dn 7:15-27/Dn 3:82-87/Lk 21:34-36 Sunday: Is 63:16b-17, 19b; 64:2-7/Ps 80:2-3, 15-16, 18-19/1 Cor 1:3-9/Mk 13:33-37 Nov 27 Nov 28 Nov 29 Nov 30 Dec 1 Dec 2 Dec 3 PRAY FOR VOCATIONS Gordon Brenner, Candidate Mike Crocker, Candidate John (Jay) Doherty, Candidate Steve Prebeck, Candidate John Riley, Candidate Paul Ruff, Candidate Rob Rysavy II, Candidate BAPTISMS We welcome into our Faith Community, the newest members of God s Family: Ailany Ramirez Simental baptized November 25. BULLETIN DEADLINE Deadline for bulletin announcements is 10am Monday November 27 for the December 3 bulletin. Please send all announcements to office@saintgabriel.net. TITHING RECIPIENT The recipient of today s tithe is for the Parishioner & Emergency Support Fund. This fund provides help with emergency needs of parishioners. Please pray for the people supported by this fund. PRAYERS If you have a request for needed prayers, strength, hope, courage or thanksgiving for yourself, family or friends, please email the Prayer Chain at ncbelanger54@gmail.com. MASS INTENTIONS Sat Nov 25 5:00 pm for: Catherine Hendrixson (+) Sun Nov 26 8:30 am for: Pierce Ford (+) Sun Nov 26 10:30 am pro populo Sun Nov 26 12:30 pm for: Aleida Martinez (+) Sun Nov 26 4:30 pm for: Purificacion Fabugais (+) Mon Nov 27 12:15 pm NO MASS Tues Nov 28 12:15 pm for: Patti Logan (SI) Wed Nov 29 12:15 pm for: Bill & Dolores Zoelle (+) Thurs Nov 30 12:15 pm for: Trudy Kijowski (SI) Fri Dec 1 12:15 pm for: Kari Solseth (SI) Sat Dec 2 5:00 pm for: Leonard Maykowski (+) Sun Dec 3 8:30 am for: Marge Juarez (+) Sun Dec 3 10:30 am Pro Populo Sun Dec 3 12:30 pm for: Troubled Marriages Sun Dec 3 4:30 pm for: Pat Hanlon (SI) St. Gabriel the Archangel 7 Colorado Springs, CO