October 14, 2018 Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church 4540 El Cerrito Dr. San Diego, CA 92115 Parish Office: 619-582-5722 Parish Website: www.blessedsacrament-sandiego.org Parish E-Mail: jyin@blessedsacrament-sandiego.org Pastor: Fr. Jose Goopio, SVD Deacon: Tony Albers Deacon: Herb Kelsey MASSES: Saturday: 8:00AM; 5:00 PM (Vigil) Sunday: 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 6:00 PM, (Spanish Mass 4:00 PM) Weekdays: Tuesday-Friday 8:00 AM (Mondays: 8:00 AM Communion Service) Holy Days & Special Services: see bulletin RECONCILIATION: Saturdays, 4:00 PM PERPETUAL HELP NOVENA: Tuesdays 8:30 AM MARRIAGES: Those wishing to be married must contact the priest at least 9 months before date of marriage. Parish ID # for United Way Contributions....9753 BAPTISM INFORMATION 619-582-5722 RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults).619-582-5722 FAITH FORMATION, grade 1-8....619-582-5722, ext. 124 Coordinator: Kerwin Molina CONFIRMATION, Teens...619-582-5722 Justine Coliflores ST. KATHARINE DREXEL ACADEMY...619-582-3862 Principal: Anne Egan School Website: www.skda-sd.org
From Fr. Jon Kirby THE IMPORTANCE OF THIRD SPACES er unification have been more communication, understanding, and reconciliation. [Adapted from American Distrust: Can the Country s Tribal Differences Be Bridged? By Kevin B. Sullivan, Commonweal, March 30, 2018] In this recent Commonweal article, Kevin Sullivan explores some of the issues at the root of our divided country saying that it is more than simply right and left politics. He cites the case of Bethlehem PA making the point that our politics is also anxiety driven. Bethlehem was once the second-largest producer of steel in the United States and the nation s largest ship builder. It provided the materials for our bridges, battleships, skyscrapers and factories all of which helped fuel the American capitalist superpower. But its wealth also nurtured community: workers came and built homes, schools, and churches, thereby building stable and fulfilling lives. Today it is all part of the great American rust-belt. Without their mills the once tight-knit towns have withered and declined, leaving their shrinking populations underemployed and anxious, even despairing about their prospects. Sullivan also points out that we are further divided by the how and where we live. This influences our politics by splitting us up by geography, ethnicity, religion, and class. All of this puts at risk our collective sense of identity. No group really feels dominant and each feels attacked and pitted against the other groups, not just for jobs and spoils, but for the right to define the nation s identity all of which leads to a zero-sum group competition. Along the same lines is the current rearranging of the country s ethnic and cultural composition. As the baby-boom generation ages, we are seeing changes in everything from our spoken languages to our foods and entertainment. He thinks this will continue to diversify leading to more regional and ideological divisions which can manifest themselves benignly in cultural debates or violently in supremacist groups or terrorists. In political terms these factors both cause and are affected by our gerrymandered electoral system, the electoral cycles and the political debates on Facebook and cable television. All of this paints the map of our country as a collection of red and blue states. And as Americans hunker down in their disparate camps, the possibilities for common ground are eroding. The standard solutions put forward for great- A deeper, and more worrisome analysis comes from the journalist, Andrew Sullivan [a different Sullivan], who sees drug-related escapism and the American struggle to make sense of a world made foreign by unfettered capitalism, globalization, and social dislocation as an important integral part. He says, Evermore-powerful market forces actually undermine the foundations of social stability, wreaking havoc on tradition, religion, and robust civil associations. They create a less human world. They make us less happy. They generate pain. The pain is alleviated by drugs which claimed more than 60,000 American lives last year more than all American combat deaths in the Vietnam War. The use of antidepressants in the US spiked 65 percent between 1999 and 2014. And it has been shown that mobilization is a big part of the political process, and depression affects political participation by pushing people out of social groups and keeping people from the electoral process. Thus, politics and elections alone cannot fix America s tribal differences or ease its social malaise, and the calls for continued discussion and understanding ultimately fall short. Andrew proposes that we look deeper for a solution namely to the churches and union halls, which in former times provided people with a place to gather and gave them a sense of belonging. These third spaces, or informal settings distinct from the home and workplace, instilled a combined sense of purpose that helped nourish the social fabric of 20th century life. They organized people and built the American middle class which helped make the US the richest country in the world. While the rapid advancements of modernity, globalization and technological progress have profoundly changed the American way of life, and have driven us deeper into sectarian groups and apathy-inducing social media platforms, another look at the importance of the labor movement might indeed help sooth some of our nation s tribal wounds and restore some sense of common ground. But even greater importance should be placed in church groups for there, besides the social/geographical common locus, we also find a communion of core values and beliefs the underpinning of any viable society. There we are indeed united, not just under one flag and one currency, but also under one God.
Saturday & Sunday, October 20-21 After all Masses Come learn about what is happening in your parish and St. Katherine Drexel Academy. Ask questions about how to get involved and make a difference in your Faith Community. Like to sing, read, and serve? Ask at the fair. There is something for everyone. Your Faith Community Needs You! Each table will have a TREAT for you for visiting as a Thank You. Get your FREE Opportunity Drawing Ticket at the church doors after Mass to win a prize then come down to the parish hall. You MUST be present to win. Join Your Parish Community and Put Your Faith Into Action Diocesan African Mass & Gathering Today Sunday, October 14th - 1:00 PM Everyone is welcome! Bible Garden and Landscape Blessing Following the weekend Masses on October 21st and 22nd (Ministry Fair and Mission Sunday), we will bless the Bible Garden and Landscape Project so generously made possible through a multitude of parishioner donations. Everyone is invited to assemble around the Garden after Mass. Father Jon will lead the Blessing after the 10am Mass and Father Jose will lead the Blessing after the remaining Masses. The Garden with its welcoming scriptural message and striking plants and the new lush green surrounding landscape are not only Faith Symbols of the Parish, but a grand addition to the neighborhood. FINANCIAL UPDATE 2018 October 7 weekend: $5238.50 Thank you for your continued support. World Mission Sunday - Oct 20-21 We are called to focus our attention on the great needs of the Church in the Developing World. Your prayer, personal sacrifice and generous financial support are vitally needed by more than 1,100 mission dioceses in Africa, Asia, the Pacific Islands and remote regions of Latin America. Envelopes are available by the church doors. Please plan to give generously and make checks payable to: PROPOGATION OF THE FAITH Weekly Mass Intentions Sat. Sun. Mon. Oct 13 Oct 14 Oct 15 5:00pm 10:00am 6:00pm Settimio & Domenico Porco Parishioners Baldassare & Caterina Ferrara Frank Citriniti Tues. Wed. Thur. Fri. Sat. Oct 16 Oct 17 Oct 18 Oct 19 Oct 20 Christopher Putman Family, int Joanne Querin Fr. Jerry Hamperzonian Charles York
PARISH EVENTS Oct. 14 - Diocesan African Mass & Gathering 1pm Oct 20-21 Parish Ministry Fair after All Masses PH Nov 1 - All Saints Day Masses 8 & 11am, 6pm Nov 2 - All Souls Day Mass 8am All Souls Mass of Remembrance 6pm Nov 4 - Daylight Savings Time Ends Nov 7 - Knights of Columbus PH 7pm Nov 8 - Women s Club Mtg PH 9am Nov 11 - Veterans Day Holiday No RCIA, Teen Confirmation, Faith Formation Nov 11 - Diocesan African Mass & Gathering 1pm Nov. 12 - Holiday Parish Office Closed Nov 14 - Soup & Salad PH 5pm - 7pm Nov 22 - Thanksgiving Day Mass 9am (no 8am Mass) Nov 25 - No RCIA, Teen Confirmation, Faith Formation PARISH MINISTRIES & GROUPS Interested in joining a ministry group? Contact the person listed below or church office. (area codes are (619) Adoration Chapel..582-5722 Altar Servers: Church Office...582-5722 Oct. 14 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time.A Vocation View: The rich young man desires to live a virtuous life. It requires letting go of what gets in the way of following Jesus wholeheartedly. You can let go too! DIVINE WORD MISSIONARIES and SISTER SERVANTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT 800-553-3321 Rosaries for Peace Sunday Today please pray for peace in the World. Take the time to say the Rosary for the intercession of Mary, Our Lady of Peace Today s Readings First Reading -- I pleaded, and the spirit of wisdom came to me. (Wisdom 7:7-11). Psalm -- Fill us with your love, O Lord, and we will sing for joy! (Psalm 90). Second Reading -- Indeed the word of God is living and effective (Hebrews 4:12-13). Gospel -- It is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for one who is rich to enter the kingdom of God (Mark 10:17-30 [17-27]). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from Lectionary for Mass (c) 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. Cares For Kids-Blessed Sacrament Teresa Markey..582-2141 Contemporary Choir: (10:00 am & 6 pm Masses).582-5722 Culture of Life: Margie Morrison 582-8651 Eucharistic Ministers: Church Office 582-5722 Knights of Columbus: John Agoh.........278-8405 Lectors: Sheila Kennedy... 287-1864 Traditional Choir: Patti Burch (8 am Mass).735-6330 Ushers: Church Office....582-5722 Women s Club: Pat Luebbers. 262-8522 Youth Ministry (High School Students): Parish Office.....582-5722 SKDA Parent-Teacher Group (PTG): Tina Greenbank (President).tinagreenbank@gmail.com Your neighborhood Catholic school serving Blessed Sacrament, Holy Spirit and Our Lady of the Sacred Heart parishes ENROLLING NOW Grades TK - 8 Office hours: Monday Friday 7:30am 3:30pm Forming Christ-like leaders who will use their unique gifts and talents to change the world. (619) 582-3862 skda-sd.org 4551 56 th St. San Diego, CA 92115 Affordable Catholic education for your children call us to learn more!
AROUND THE TOWN Oct 19, St. Therese Parish Fish Fry, 5:30-6:30pm Social Center; Cod, Calamari & Shrimp $9; must Pre-order Baked Salmon $10 - Call Mo (619) 994-9818 Oct 19, Diocesan Family Mass & Concert with Sarah Hart and Pedro Rubalcava. 5pm & 7:30pm at the Immaculata & the University of San Diego Shiley Theatre. Bishop Robert McElroy will celebrate the Mass. Bilingual mass (English/Spanish) at no charge. Bring a picnic dinner or buy from the USD food truck. Concert tickets ($5/person or $25/ family). INFO: www.sdcatholic.org/ 858-490-8299. Oct 18, Elder Abuse Happens In Our Community! 7:00pm at Ascension Parish s Pope John Paul Center. Learn how to help our most vulnerable neighbors and parishioners from a Deputy DA specializing in elder abuse cases. INFO: Email Angela at angela.elfman@san.rr.com. Oct 20, Healing the Family Tree: Praying for our Loved Ones, Living & Deceased. 9:30am-3:30pm. St. Timothy Parish Hall. In-depth teaching & prayer for breakthroughs in healing to take place for your loved ones. $25 per person or $30 at door. INFO: scrc.org spirit@scrc.org 818-771-1361 Oct 21, Mater Dei Catholic High School Open House 10am - 1pm. Enjoy face painting, games, music, food, photo booth, giveaways and much more! Register at www.materdeicatholic.org or schedule a private tour any other day at (619) 423-2121 Oct 25, The Three Irish Tenors Benefit Concert 8:00pm at St. Francis Chapel for the 250 th Jubilee Celebration of Mission San Diego commencing in 2019. Tickets at www.tinyurl.com/3irishtenors Nov 3, Learn About the Priesthood. 8:30 am - 3:30 pm at the St. Francis Center, USD. The Diocese of San Diego is hosting an Explorer Day for men interested in exploring a vocation to the priesthood. INFO: Fr. Lauro Minimo (619) 291-7446. Nov 4, The Academy of Our Lady of Peace Open House 1-4pm. OLP is a all-girls, secondary school. Campus tours and presentations. Speak directly to faculty, student club leadership, athletic coaches, and more on the benefits of an OLP education! Register online at www.aolp.org/admission/openhouse Saints and Special Observances Sunday: Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday: St. Teresa of Jesus Tuesday: St. Hedwig; St. Margaret Mary Alacoque; National Boss Day Wednesday: St. Ignatius of Antioch Thursday: St. Luke Friday: Ss. John de Brébeuf, Isaac Jogues, and Companions Saturday: Readings For The Week Monday: Gal 4:22-24, 26-27, 31 -- 5:1; Ps 113:1b-5a, 6-7; Lk 11:29-32 Tuesday: Gal 5:1-6; Ps 119:41, 43-45, 47-48; Lk 11:37-41 Wednesday: Gal 5:18-25; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Lk 11:42-46 Thursday: 2 Tm 4:10-17b; Ps 145:10-13, 17-18; Lk 10:1-9 Friday: Saturday: Eph 1:15-23; Ps 8:2-3ab, 4-7; Lk 12:8-12 Sunday: Is 53:10-11; Ps 33:4-5, 18-20, 22; Heb 4:14-16; Mk 10:35-45 [42-45] Daily Prayer for Our Priests O Jesus, I pray for your faithful & fervent priests; for your unfaithful & tepid priests; for your priests laboring at home or abroad in distant mission fields; for your tempted priests; for your lonely & desolate priests; for your young priests; for your dying priests; for the souls of your priests in Purgatory. But above all, I recommend to you the priests dearest to me: the priest who baptized me, the priests who absolved me from my sins, the priests at whose Masses I assisted & who gave me Your body & blood in Communion, the priests to whom I am indebted any other way especially (name.) O Jesus, keep them all close to your heart, and bless them abundantly in time & in eternity. Amen. --St. Therese of Lisieux Monday ~ Oct. 15 Rev. John Gubbins Tuesday ~ Oct. 16 Rev. Michael Guinan, OFM Wednesday ~ Oct. 17 Rev. Manuel Gutierrez Del Torro Thursday ~ Oct. 18 Rev. Brian Hayes Friday ~ Oct. 19 Rev. William Headley, CSSp Saturday ~ Oct. 20 Rev. Ronald Hebert Sunday ~ Oct. 21 Rev. Scott Herrera
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