October 30, 2016 Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time Stewardship Reflection on Readings WIS 11:22 12:2; PS 145: 1-2, 8-11, 13-14; 2 THES 1:11 2:2; LK 19: 1-10 In the Gospel Reading from St. Luke we hear the story of the tax collector Zacchaeus and his desire to see and perhaps meet Jesus. The image of Zacchaeus up in that sycamore tree is one that many of us may recall from our childhood, and hearing it because it is a vivid impression, and one that even as we get older may may trigger a memory. The name Zacchaeus means pure one, but he certainly was not pure. We learn from his own confession how he has overcharged and cheated people in his tax collection duties. However, for all his faults and shortcomings Zacchaeus seeks purity, and he understands that Jesus is a way to achieve that. It is interesting to note that Zacchaeus climbs a tree to see Jesus better. That sounds like something a child might do, and that fulfills in a small way an instruction Jesus gives to each of us, Amen, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will not enter the kingdom of heaven. Jesus follows that remark my immediately reminding us that we must become humble like children. That is a cue for us to recall importance of humility when it comes to being a good steward, but thanks to the lesson of Zacchaeus we learn even more about how to seek stewardship. Like the tax collector we need to make an effort to seek Jesus; like him we must be humble; we must welcome Jesus into our homes and into our hearts; and finally we need to receive him joyfully. 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 Pastor, Fr. K irk Slattery Deacon Andre Mason Deacon Andy Dunnam Deacon Mike McGrady Parish Clergy frkslattery@saintgabriel.net dcnamason@saintgabriel.net dcnadunnam@saintgabriel.net mmcgrady@saintgabriel.net 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 By Candlelight My soul proclaims the greatness of the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior! Song of Mary, Luke 1:47 Advent by Candlelight is an opportunity for women to set aside the hustle and bustle of holiday preparation and focus our minds and hearts on the birth of Christ. This year, Candlelight Afternoon Tea will take place on December 3 at St. Gabriel from 1-3pm. Beautiful decorations and fellowship provide a delightful atmosphere for the ladies to enjoy food, music and scripture readings. Registration will take place after all Masses this weekend; we are limited to 64 ladies, so sign up early. This event is hosted by the Ladies Ministry of St. Gabriel. For further information, contact Joanne Schultz at 719-661-3599. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Catholics For Family Peace, has produced a Domestic Violence Awareness Project Toolkit with sample intercessory prayers, Facebook and twitter posts, homilies, weekly features on saints and specific virtues connected to this issue to guide pastoral care leaders to educate Catholics to know how to recognize, respond, and refer people for help. The Toolkit can be accessed at www.catholicsforfamilypeace.org. Help Wanted Do you love the world of crafting? Are you a craft fair junky? Y Disciple needs you. We are looking for an individual or individuals to take over the running of our yearly Craft Fair. It is held the second week of November every year. Y Disciple will provide the man power, we just need your organizational skills and vision. Please contact Gretchen Dunnam at 719-640- 7734 or gadunnam@q.com as soon as possible. EMoHC Training My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ - Are you considering ways to make a commitment of service to our Lord and our faith community? Volunteering as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion (EMoHC) may be the introduction to service that is just right for you! You can serve during the Mass time you regularly attend, bring Communion to the Sick/Homebound, or both. The training sessions for this quarter are scheduled for Monday, November 14th and Tuesday, Nov 15th at 6:30 p.m. in the Nave. Sign up in advance is required. For more information or to sign up, please contact the EMoHC Ministry Coordinator, Bernadette Marquez at 757-358-4232 or bunnimarquez@yahoo.com. Craft Fair At St. Gabriel s Plan to attend the Craft Fair at Saint Gabriel's on Saturday, November 12 from 8 am to 3 pm. Honoring Our Loved Ones Who Have Died November is the month we remember our family and friends who have passed away. In anticipation: The Book of Remembrance has been placed in the narthex for you to enter the names of your loved ones. The Altar de Muertos has been set up in the narthex. The Altar de Muertos, the Table of the Dead, is a custom from Mexico to honor deceased loved ones. You are invited to bring a picture of your departed loved one to place on the altar. The altar will remain up until Nov 6. Please place your name and contact information on the back of the picture. Respect Life The Respect Life Committee meeting has been changed from 1 Nov to 8 Nov 16 at 6pm in the library. We need more parishioners to help with this important ministry. Please consider being part of the Respect Life Committee, all are welcome! If you have questions please contact Angela McGrady at admcgrady@gmail.com. NeoCatehumenal Way If you seek an understanding of God s plan for your life or thirst for a more intimate relationship with Christ we invite you to come and listen to the catechesis in the Saint Nicholas/Vianney rooms at 7:30 pm on Mondays and Thursdays. All are welcomed to hear of the immense love that Christ has for each of us. Invite a friend that may need to hear this Good News. Craft Fair Help Wanted Do you love to bake? Have you been looking for a way to support the teens of our parish? This opportunity is for you. On November 12, St. Gabriel s will be having our annual Holiday Craft Fair. The Y Disciple group will be selling baked goods during the fair. We need donations of cookies, cupcakes, breads or any other baked goods. All proceeds go to support our youth mission trips, including our Mission Colorado and Mission Possible which will take place this coming summer. If you can help us out, please contact Gretchen Dunnam at gadunnam@q.com or 719-640-7734. Baked goods can be dropped off on November 11 or 12th. Thank you for supporting our youth St. Gabriel s Ladies Ministry We have had a busy summer with various SGLM programs on our schedule. I hope you all have enjoyed them and with that said. On November 10th we have Kathy Thomas speaking on Liturgy & Music. We will have our Annual Christmas Ornament Exchange, Cookie Swap and Potluck. So if you are in for some good food and fun come join us. It is open to the ladies of the parish. It is a good time for fellowship before the rush of the holidays. Hope to see you there. Senior Social Group Everyone over the age of 55 is invited to join our group. It's an opportunity to meet other senior parishoners, make new friends, and have a good time. Our lunch for November is the second Tuesday, November 8 at noon at Shangri-La Chinese Restaurant in the Union Town Center (8850 N. Union Blvd). Call Sharon at 282-1912 for more information. St. Gabriel the Archangel 2 Colorado Springs, CO
This Weekend Calendar Sat-Sun Sign up for Advent by Candlelight after all Masses. Sat-Sun Bin Drop Off for Gabriel s Gifts after all Masses. Sat Men s Breakfast 8:30-10:30 am. Sun Knights of Columbus free breakfast after 8:30 Mass. Upcoming Activities Mon, Oct 31 Neocatechumenal Way 7:30 pm. Mon, Oct 31 Follow Me: Getting to Know Jesus through the Gospel of John Bible study 7 pm. Office Closed in observance of All Saint s Day. All Saint s Day Masses at 12:15 and 6:30 pm. Outreach Meeting 7 pm. Safety Readiness Meeting 7 pm. Wed, Nov 2 Eucharistic Adoration from 10am 7pm. Pray the rosary and Divine Mercy chaplet after the 12:15 Mass. Children s hour at 2 pm. Pray the rosary at 6:15 pm. Evening Prayer and Benediction start at 6:40 pm. Wed, Nov 2 All Soul s Day Mass at 12:15. Thurs, Nov 3 Neocatechumenal Way 7:30 pm. Fri, Nov 4 First Friday Adoration from 10am to noon. Fri, Nov 4 Reading/discussion group for The Diary of St. Faustina in the Library after 12:15 Mass. Save The Date Nov 5-6 Nov 8 Nov 12 Fair Trade Coffee and Chocolates for sale. Senior Social Group Meeting at noon at Shangri-La Chinese Restaurant 8850 N. Union Blvd. St. Gabriel Craft Fair. Financial Trivia Did you know that over 181 families have signed up for our online giving program? More info at: www.saintgabriel.net. Financial Blessings Received Fiscal Year July 2016 - August 2016 Total Offertory Received: $223,255 Total Operating Expense: $201,312 Returning Gods Gifts Update 2016 Parish Goal: $103,849 Total collected to date: $ 100,970 Percentage collected: 97% For every dollar donated past the parish goal the Diocese will give ½ back to the parish. Second Collection Next Weekend On November 5/6, 2016 our diocese will take up a collection for the Archdiocese of the Military Services, USA. This collection gives each of us the opportunity to serve those who serve. The funds raised from this collection will go toward helping the Archdiocese of the Military Services (AMS) ensure that all Catholic men, women and families have access to the sacraments, authentic Catholic information and the spiritual guidance of a Catholic chaplain wherever in the world they are stationed. The guiding Mission of the AMS is to provide the sacraments and the re-affirming Word of Christ to the men and women serving in our armed forces, patients in VA Medical Center, civilians working for the federal government beyond US borders and their families. The AMS serves 1.8 million Catholics worldwide with approximately 500 priests. It is imperative that the Catholic faithful who defend our religious freedom do not have to sacrifice theirs. Thank you for your generosity in supporting the men and women who serve us around the world. All Saint s and All Soul s Days Masses ALL SAINTS Mass for All Saints will be offered on Tuesday, November 1, at 12:15pm and 6:30pm. ALL SOULS Mass for our dearly departed will be offered on Wednesday, November 2, at 12:15pm. Respect Life To women with an unplanned pregnancy, Maya* says, This is survivable. Have hope. (*Name changed for privacy.) Accompanying Expectant Mothers Considering Adoption, USCCB Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities, www.goo.gl/srj6l3 40 Days From September 28 through November 6, you re invited to join other Christians for 40 Days for Life 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion. You re also invited to stand and peacefully pray during a 40-day vigil in the public right-of-way outside Planned Parenthood on 3480 Centennial Blvd. and also to help spread the word about this important community outreach. If you d like more information and especially if you d like to volunteer to help, please contact: Michele Mason 719-659-2097. St. Gabriel the Archangel 3 Colorado Springs, CO
St. Gabriel the Archangel 4 Colorado Springs, CO
Formed November Feature: Advent The tradition of the Advent Wreath is meant to prepare our hearts for Christmas. It represents the long period of time when people lived in spiritual darkness, waiting for the coming of the Messiah, the Light of the world. As a new candle is lit each week, the light grows, overcoming the darkness. Of course, the symbolism doesn t end there as Jesus calls us to be the light of the world [Matthew 5:14]. FORMED offers many resources this month, including a 4-week study on Advent, for your parishioners to prepare their hearts for Christmas and be the light of the world. Also included are a movie on Pius XII Under the Roman Sky and a book on Joan of Arc. Vocations Bishop Sheridan and the Serra Club will host a Luncheon on Thursday, December 1st for those interested in learning more about the ministry of promoting, supporting and affirming vocations to the Priesthood and Religious Life. The event will be held at St. Mary s Cathedral, 22 W Kiowa, following the 12:10pm Mass. If you would like to attend, please RSVP with your name, address, email and phone to SerraCOSprings@dioCS.net or call 719-375-5486, by November 7, 2016. Ministry Spotlight Library Ministry St. Gabriel s Library strives to provide resources for all ages that support our Catholic faith. We have books, DVDs, CDs, and games for children, teens, and adults, as well as resources for homeschooling families and Religious Education teachers. Items check out for two weeks using the self check-out instructions on the bulletin board. Returned items go in the Return basket on the blue bookshelf by the door. The library is located in the St. Kateri room and is open whenever the building is open (unless there is a class in session). We plan a yearly Open House and used book give-away. This year s mid-september give-away was a great success! Most of the books and videos found new homes and your generous donations will be used to purchase new DVDs. The Library also accepts donations of appropriate books, DVDs and CDs. Tax receipts are available by contacting Gail Sohns at gailsohns@gmail.com or by phone at 719-590-7724. St. Gabriel the Archangel 5 Colorado Springs, CO
St. Gabriel the Archangel 6 Colorado Springs, CO
Weekly faith topic All Saints Paul Turner In designating one day on our calendar for all the saints, the church chooses a time to honor our heroes the men and women whose example we admire. Coming near the end of the church year, the solemnity of All Saints invites us into the mystery of death and the promise of eternal life. An early tradition placed the festival on May 13. According to one story, Pope Boniface IV (himself a saint) began the celebration in Rome. On that date in 609 he dedicated a very old building as a new church. The Pantheon had been built to honor all the pagan gods, but Boniface rededicated the building as a Christian church in the seventh century. He brought the relics of the martyrs from the catacombs to this famous public place of worship. The parade of relics changed the Pantheon from a place for worship of all the pagan gods to a place that honored Mary and all the Christian saints and in turn the one Christian God. Eventually the idea of a feast of all saints was transferred to Nov. 1, near the end of the church year. The church honors many saints with a day of their own on the general liturgical calendar, but there are many more saints than those. Since Vatican II, the number of men and women canonized as saints has increased considerably. Although we do not celebrate all their names on specific dates in all our churches throughout the year, we do gather them as one on this day. Secular tradition has turned the eve of All Saints into a kind of anti-festival, a night when heroes of the underworld take command. The Mass for All Saints Day always replaces the one for ordinary time, even when it falls on a Sunday. Copyright 2012 Resource Publications, Inc., 160 E. Virginia St. #170, San Jose, CA 95112, (408) 286-8505. Bulletin Deadline Deadline for bulletin announcements is 10 am Monday. Please send all announcements to office@saintgabriel.net. Readings for the Week of Oct 30 Monday: Phil 2:1-4/Ps 131:1-3/Lk 14:12-14 Tuesday: Rv 7:2-4, 9-14/Ps 24:1-6/1 Jn 3:1-3/ Mt 5:1-12a Wednesday: Wis 3:1-9/Ps 23:1-6/Rom 5:5-11 or Rom 6:3-9/Jn 6:37-40 Thursday: Phil 3:3-8a/Ps 105:2-7/Lk 15:1-10 Friday: Phil 3:17--4:1/Ps 122:1-5/Lk 16:1-8 Saturday: Phil 4:10-19/Ps 112:1-2, 5-6, 8-9/Lk 16:9-15 Sunday: 2 Mc 7:1-2, 9-14/Ps 17:1, 5-6, 8, 15/ 2 Thes 2:16--3:5/Lk 20:27-38 or 20:27, 34-38 Altar Flowers Altar flowers this weekend are donated by Rose and Mike Kelly in memory of Maria Rivas. 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 ncbelanger@gmail.com. Oct 31 Nov 1 Nov 2 Nov 3 Nov 4 Nov 5 Nov 6 Tithing Recipient The recipient of today s tithe is for the Abbey of St Walburga. Please pray for the people served by this organization. Pray for Vocations Juan Moreno, Candidate Steve Prebeck, Candidate John Riley, Candidate Paul Ruff, Candidate Rob Rysavy II, Candidate Bob Seydel, Candidate Andrew Swanson, Candidate Would you like to have a loved one remembered in a special way during a Mass? Would you like to commemorate an anniversary, birthday, or other special event? Consider requesting a Mass intention! Please contact the office at office@saintgabriel.net, 528-8407 or stop by during office hours. The suggested donation for a Mass intention is $10. Mass Intentions Would you like to have a loved one remembered in a special way during a Mass? Would you like to commemorate an anniversary, birthday, or other special event? Consider requesting a Mass intention! Please contact the office at office@saintgabriel.net, 528-8407 or stop by during office hours. The suggested donation for a Mass intention is $10. Sat Oct 29 5:00 pm for: Kelly Gonzalez (+) Sun Oct 30 8:30 am for: Maurer Family (+) Sun Oct 30 10:30 am for: pro populo Sun Oct 30 12:30 pm for: Silvina Terecita Hernandez de Angulo (+) Sun Oct 30 4:30 pm for: Peter Simon (SI) Tues Nov 1 12:15 pm for: Nawacki family (+) Tues Nov 1 6:30 pm for: Craig Barker (+) Wed Nov 2 12:15 pm for: Sylvia Garcia Barker (SI) Birthday Thur Nov 3 12:15 pm for: Teofila Zaballero Unson (+) Fri Nov 4 12:15 pm for: In Thanksgiving for answered prayer Sat Nov 5 5:00 pm for: Barney Barnett (+) Sun Nov 6 8:30 am for: pro populo Sun Nov 6 10:30 am for: Pablo & Belia Perez (+) Sun Nov 6 12:30 pm for: Carlos Hernan Baron Aguilar (+) Sun Nov 6 4:30 pm for: Byron McKim (+) St. Gabriel the Archangel 7 Colorado Springs, CO