Mission Statement: Love God, Serve Others, Bear Fruit 6400 Saint Therese Way San Diego CA 92120-3018 August 12, 2018 The Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time MASS SCHEDULE SUNDAY MASSES: Saturday: 5pm Sunday: 7, 9, & 11am; and 5pm Weekdays: Monday - Saturday, 7:30am The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary: Tuesday, 8/14 at 6:30pm, Wednesday, 8/15 at 7:30am & 6:30pm Please contact the Parish Office, or visit our website, for information regarding Sacraments. Flip to the back page for information regarding High School Confirmation! CLERGY CLERGY Fr. Peter Bosque, Pastor Fr. Peter Bosque, Pastor Deacon Robert T. Ekhaml Deacon Fr. Justin Robert Langille T. Ekhaml Fr. Fr. William Justin Stevenson Langille Fr. William Sunday Presiders Stevenson Sunday Presiders CONFESSIONS CONFESSIONS SATURDAY: 3pm SATURDAY: until last penitent 3pm And until by appointment last penitent And by appointment 619-582-3716 www.stthereseparish.org
The Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time 1 KGS 19:4-8; PS 34:2-9; EPH 4:30-5:2; JN 6:41-51 August 12, 2018 Encouraging the Body of Christ to BE the Body of Christ... continued from:... inculuration... Expressing our Faith in Christ, as Catholics, in and through the language, culture and world-views of diverse peoples... The Vatican Council made explicit an openness to celebrate the Mass, our Liturgy, in the various languages of human society, as one expression (of many) that Jesus Christ is Lord of All, Savior of humankind, and having been born into human history, and human experience (as a first century Jew, in Palestine), His Church (OUR Church) needs to have a consideration of the unique world-views and symbolic meanings that each culture has (e.g., the color white in European/American culture signifies life and joy, though to the Chinese, white represents death; alternatively, red means life and thanksgiving ). Contrarily, with this openness to diversity (as evident in these different images/portrayals of Christ signify which would have been unheard of in centuries past), there was resistance by some that by not praying in Latin, we lose touch with our past and the universality of our worship. At times, the Constitution seems to represent both sides of a discussion, which is most clearly evident with respect to Latin. Among the Council Fathers, there were strong views in favor of allowing the use of the language of the streets (the vernacular) and those who were strident to continue the use of only Latin. In #36, a both-and approach is also evident in the section on music. New musical compositions are welcomed (#121) and a variety of instruments may be used (#120), but Gregorian chant is warmly recommended (#116) and pipe organs are affirmed (#120).... more to follow...
Faith in Action LOVE is not a feeling but a truth lived... How is that evident? In an effort to address the homeless condition of our local veterans, a decrepit motel in our neighborhood is being renovated to provide housing, and office for social service support and intervention, for those who had served in the military, and now live on the streets! Responding in faith and love, some of our parishioners are being instruments of Christ s Love by providing a sign of welcome, hospitality, and affirmation, to these brothers and sisters who have felt so abandoned, ignored or actively dismissed. In a recent television piece, on NBC Channel 7/39, one of our parishioners, Sharon Dilloway, poignantly and gracefully explained, how her act of charity is done in (and with) prayer! WWW.NBCSANDIEGO.COM/ON-AIR/AS-SEEN-ON/VOLUNTEERS-KNIT-QUILTS-FOR-VETS-INTRANSITION_SAN-DIEGO-489882341.HTML God bless her, and ALL those who live their faith, believing/doing/living as St. Teresa of Ávila (circa 1555) so gracefully taught: Christ has no body now but yours. No hands, no feet on earth but yours. Yours are the eyes through which he looks compassion on this world. Yours are the feet with which he walks to do good. Yours are the hands through which he blesses all the world. Yours are the hands, yours are the feet, yours are the eyes, you are his body. Christ has no body now on earth but yours. LITURGY OF THE WORD WITH CHILDREN LET THE CHILDREN COME TO ME! G OSPEL OF MARK This ministry, which we want to offer would allow the children of our community (kindergarten 2nd Grade) to celebrate the first part of the Mass at their level at the 9:00 and 11:00 am Masses. We NEED adults and teens to serve as leaders who would prepare and present the gospel story in a manner suitable for children! We also need aides to help each week. All of our catechists, helpers, and liturgical ministers of the Word are ALL volunteers who share their time and faith! We will provide needed training, resources, and support. WOULD YOU CONSIDER SERVING? If so, would you contact Ms. Bonnie Hernandez, by e-mail (bonnie@stthereseparish.org) or call 619-582-3716 ext. 102.
S T. T H E R E S E P A R I S H U P C O M I N G E V E N T S A N D A C T I V I T I E S! COLLECTION REPORT July 29, 2018 $ 14,372.45 Plate $ 1,332.45 Envelopes $ 10,714.00 Online Giving $ 2,326.00 Breakdown of gifts received $0.00 to $5.00 25 $5.01 to $10.00 32 $10.01 to $25.00 114 $25.01 to $50.00 47 $50.01 to $100.00 47 $100.01 to $150.00 18 $150.01 to $500.00 9 $500.01 to $1000.00 0 Total Contributing households 292 REFUGE Calling all youth grades 9-12! Join us for Refuges on Mondays from 7-8:30pm! Let s grow in faith together! Saint Therese Parish You are Invited to an Upcoming BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP SERIES We share our grief and respect the unique experience of each bereaved person. Let us gather on Each Friday in August: The 3 rd, 10 th, 17 th, 24 th, 31 st, and September 7th 4:00-5:30 pm in Murray Hall With Christ as our Center and Faith in the Future we can Heal, Hope, and (yes) be Happy. Please call 619-286-4605 or email Joan Bishop For more information and to register. Joan Bishop email: im-nana@cox.net or call: (619) 922-6821 The Walking with Purpose parish program at St. Therese Parish is introducing a new session this fall: Keeping in Balance. This foundational, 22-week Bible study is designed for women who are new to WWP as well as those with more Bible study experience. We welcome past participants and invite new women to join us! In addition to Keeping in Balance- a good starting point in the morning, will also offer Fearless and Free (an advanced study) in the morning and Living in our Father s Love a shorter 6 week study in the evening. All studies work with you individually to grow a deeper connection with God in allowing yourself to be more authentic. Walking with Purpose is a Catholic Bible study that aims to bring women to a deeper, personal relationship with Christ through personal study and small group discussions that link our everyday challenges with solutions given to us through the teachings of Christ and the Catholic Church. We will meet Thursday mornings from 9-11am in the social center, and evenings from 7-9pm in the Little Flower room beginning September 20 th, 2018. Childcare will be available for the morning session. For more information go to https://wwpsttherese.wordpress.com/ or www.walkingwithpurpose.com] or contact Kelly Kocina kbellavia@msn.com (morning) or Roseanna D Auria rad4044@ymail.com (evening). We hope to see you!
St. Therese Academy 6440 Saint Therese Way, San Diego, CA 92120 619-583-6270 PAST EVENT: STA Summer Camp Memories 2018 UPCOMING EVENTS: Visit our website at www.sta-sd.org is Will you have children attending school in the 2018-2019 academic year? Have you considered giving them the gift of a Catholic education? Our 2018-2019 school year will begin on August 27, 2018. We are very proud of all we have to offer at St. Therese Academy: A safe and nurturing environment for your children A faith-filled community, where you will develop life-long family friendships Academically challenging curriculum, taught with differentiated teaching methods Weekly classes in Art, Technology, Library, Physical Education, guitar class for students in 6th-8th grades, ukulele class for students in kindergarten-5th grades. Our music program includes the opportunity to sing in our EXALT Choir. Each of these classes are taught by teachers specializing in their field. 100% acceptance of our students who apply to Catholic high schools Are you concerned that a Catholic education is not affordable? Come visit St. Therese Academy to learn about our Tuition Assistance program which makes a parochial school education affordable for everyone! Please contact Mrs. Gorney at dgorney@sta-sd.org to schedule your tour.
Weekly Calendar Monday Saturday 8:00 am Rosary in the Church Monday 7:00 pm Book Discussion in the Little Flower Room Tuesday 4:00 pm Care Session in the Little Flower Room 6:00 pm Care Session in the Little Flower Room Wednesday 10:00 am Wrapped in Love in the Social Center Friday 4:00 pm Bereavement Support Group in Murray Hall Saturday 8:30 am Centering Prayer in the Little Flower Room Weekly Mass Intentions Monday, August 13th 7:30 am + Thomas Calabro Tuesday, August 14th 7:30 am + Michael McCann 6:30 pm - Int. of the Parishioners Wednesday, August 15th 7:30 am - Int. of the Parishioners 6:30 pm - Int. of the Parishioners Thursday, August 16th 7:30 am + Joseph Tuong Friday, August 17th 7:30 am + Gladys Palast Saturday, August 18th 7:30 am + Domingo Reyes 5:00 pm + Terriowl Moule Sunday, August 19th 7:00 am + Helen Ryan 9:00 am - Int. of the Parishioners 11:00 am + Nancy Denbow 5:00 pm + Ricky Stirk Prayers of the Faithful After three weeks, the names will be sent to the Adoration Chapel. Please pray for the following who are ill, their families, and those who care for them, especially: Nancy Gulick, Loretta Improta, Phil Worthington, John Cunningham. Jean Elarde, Gail Smeltzer, Joseph Ravenis, Vic Tallarida, Mary Scotten, Mike Jachimowicz, Nadia Hill, George Neumann, & Tony Chalupnik. Please pray for the souls of Barry May & Aaron O Brien P A R I S H S T A F F 619-582-3716 PASTORAL STAFF Fr. Peter Bosque, Pastor ext. 103 fr.bosque@stthereseparish.org Deacon Bob Ekhaml ext. 307 dnbobe@sbcglobal.net Bonnie Hernandez, Pastoral Minister ext. 102 bonnie@stthereseparish.org Raymond D. Deang, Director of Youth Ministry rdeang@stthereseparish.org 619-550-3305 Reanna Layba, Coord. of Youth Ministry ext. 308 reanna@stthereseparish.org Sr. Janet Marich, Director of Faith Formation ext. 305 jmarich@sta-sd.org ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT Susan Orelli, Business Manager/ Bookkeeper ext. 100 susan@stthereseparish.org Jennifer Stevenson, Parish Secretary ext. 101 jstevenson@stthereseparish.org reanna@stthereseparish.org ST. THERESE ACADEMY Principal: Mark Sperrazzo 619-583-6270 msperrazzo@sta-sd.org P A R I S H P R O G R A M S / O R G A N I Z A T I O N S MUSIC MINISTRY Saturday 5pm & Sunday 7am Masses: Michael Ruhl 619-770-7125 Sunday 9 & 11am Masses: Reneé Mitchell 619-542-9682 Sunday 5pm Mass: Sara Osmus 858-414-7766 Annie Barrack 619-573-5361 R.C.I.A. Anna Farrell 619-582-3716 ADORATION CHAPEL Pat Kankowski 619-589-9002 50 PLUS SOCIAL CLUB President: Sylvia Nasri 619-303-0029 FRIENDS OF THE MISSIONS Mo Kojis 619-994-9818 ST. THERESE CHARITIES President: JoAnn Rossi 619-582-3716 ST. THERESE MENTAL HEALTH MINISTRY 619-286-4605 P A R I S H R E L A T E D O R G A N I Z A T I O N S ITALIAN CATHOLIC FEDERATION President: Pam Tallarida 858-880-8205 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Grand Knight: David Bates 619-286-1440 MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER Mike and Anita Barletta 866-473-7730 barfive@cox.net The Rest Stop (Men s Bible Study) Mick Parada 619-287-8748 WALKING WITH PURPOSE (Women s Bible Study) Kelly Kocina 619-764-1082
2018-2019 Sessions Starting on October 7th! Register Today! Informa on for the 2018-2019 Year 1 Confirma on Prepara on Process is now available online. Visit our parish website at www.s hereseparish.org to register AND complete our program orienta on online (about 1 hour+). (Note: Eligible Candidates for Years 2, 3, 4 will be emailed individually to register AND complete our program orienta on online for the upcoming year.) Save the Date! The MEETING for BOTH Year 1 Parents/Guardians AND their Child/Candidate will take place on Sunday, September 30th, at 6:30 PM 8 PM in the Social Center. Ques ons about our Confirma on Process? Please contact our Confirma on Director, Raymond D. Deang, at 619-550-3305 or email rdeang@s hereseparish.org Please pray for all our Confirma on Candidates and our Youth Ministry Team as we begin our next forma on year!