St. Francis de Sales ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Our Mission We, the church of St. Francis de Sales, are a Community of Believers in Jesus Christ called to impact Family, Neighborhood and Society with the Gospel so that people s lives are filled with Hope. Nuestra Misión La Iglesia de San Francisco de Sales, es una Comunidad de Creyentes en Cristo Jesús llamado a impactar la Familia, el Barrio y la Sociedad con el Evangelio para que personas están llenas de Esperanza. The Sacraments Sacrament of Holy Matrimony: You must contact the Parish Office for an appointment with one of the priests at least six months in advance of the marriage date. Confirmation: This is a multi-year program. Please contact the Directors of Religious Education of English or Spanish. Sacrament of Reconciliation: Tuesday & Friday: 4:00-5:00 PM Saturday: 3:45-4:45 PM Anointing of the Sick: In case of medical emergency or grave illness, please call 951.276.0290. Baptism: Baptisms are celebrated every last Saturday each month at 10:00 AM. You must call the Parish Office first regarding requirements and for preparation classes. Religious Education of Children: This is a multi-year program of Religious Education. Please call the Directors of Religious Education of English or Spanish. Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA): Adults inquiring about Baptism, First Eucharist or Confirmation, please call Chris Gallardo, 626.221.9469 (Eng), or Victor Grajeda 951.924.8614 (Span). Liturgical Celebrations and Devotions SUNDAY EUCHARIST - MASS Saturday Vigil 5:00 PM Sunday 7:00, 9:00, 11:30 AM (Eng); 5:00 PM (Esp) WEEKDAY EUCHARIST Monday-Friday 6:30 AM Tuesday & Friday 5:15 PM First Friday 7:00 PM (Esp) HOLY DAYS 5:15 PM (Vigil); 6:30 AM, 8:00 AM (School), 12:15 PM, 5:15 PM, 7:00 PM (Spanish) EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Perpetual Adoration in the Chapel 24 HOURS Please contact Fay Fletcher to sign up - 951.682.9076 or Carlotta Arredondo (Español) - 951.684.3438 WEEKDAY MARIAN DEVOTIONS Our Lady of Perpetual Help 5:00 PM (Every Tuesday) MINISTRY TO THE HOMEBOUND AND SICK Contact the Parish Office for a visitation or the Sacraments BULLETIN DEADLINE: Monday 12:00 PM Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Uninverse November 22, 2015 Our Parish is Served by the Consolata Missionaries Fr. Louis Abdoo, Fr. Reno Aiardi and Deacon Joseph Marino 4268 Lime Street, Riverside, CA 92501 Phone: (951) 686.4004 Fax: (951) 686.3948 Español: (951) 683.6204 www.stfrancisdesales riverside.com
A Letter from Father... Page 2 November 22, 2015 JESUS IS KING Ordinary Time has come to an end. This feast day of Christ the King marks the start of our Advent Season. The king we celebrate today is the firstborn, faithful ruler who has made us into a kingdom. We may think that everything is the way it should be. Christ is enthroned in glory and we are enjoying our life in his kingdom. But that is not exactly how things are, is it? Paris, France, is just one more horrendous event that testifies to that. We know there is still suffering all around the world. We know there is still sin in the world. We, more importantly, know there is sin and temptation in our own lives. It seems like a contradiction, doesn t it? But we must know that while Jesus truly is the King of Kings and Lord of Lords, he has not come back to take full possession of his kingdom. And that means his enemy, the devil, is out there engaging in a battle with his lies and temptations and his evil, murderous ways. The strategy of the devil is not to attack us, but to depend on our complacency. When we fill ourselves up with thinking only of ourselves, we become indifferent to God. We ll also become dull to the Holy Spirit s presence and live only for ourselves. This is why the Mass is so important. At Mass, we remember and celebrate the power of Jesus resurrection. But even more, we receive JESUS. As we go into the Advent season, may the celebration of the Mass take up an important part of your life. Jesus is our King, a comfort in our affliction and our strength in battle. Peace,
Parish & Community Activities Page 3 November 22, 2015 St. Francis de Sales Christmas Dinner and Dance Saturday, December 12, 2015 St. Francis de Sales Parish Hall Tickets: $15.00/person or $25.00/couple Come join the Celebration at our Christmas Dinner and Dance and Dance the night away with our rockin DJ! There are only 150 tickets, so get yours now! Adults only - NO CHILDREN. Tickets will be sold after Mass starting this weekend. All proceeds go toward our Maintenance Fund. See you there! St. Francis de Sales Catholic School 4205 Mulberry St Riverside, CA 92501 Principal: Kathy Kothlow Phone: (951) 683 5083 Day Care: (951) 683 5006 www.sfdslions.com Upcoming Parish Events. Giving Tree - November 21-22 Parish Office - Closed for Thanksgiving (Nov. 26-27) Our Lady of Guadalupe, Mother of the Americas Celebration - December 6th Immaculate Conception - Holy Day of Obligation - December 8th Toys Due Date - December 16th at 4:00 PM Las Posadas - December 16th Sleeping Bags for the Homeless St. Francis de Sales is looking for your help in providing NEW, adult-size sleeping bags for the homeless. These sleeping bags can be purchased at any sporting goods store, i.e., Big 5, Sports Authority, Target, Walmart, etc. Please bring these items to the parish office or you may bring them to the Mass you attend and leave them in the main entrance to the church. We will need at least twenty (20) sleeping bags before Winter. Thank you for your giving spirit toward those in need. Mass of the Anointing of the Sick/Misa de Unción de los Enfermos A Mass for anyone in the parish wishing special prayers for healing will be held on Saturday, December 5th, at 10:00 AM, at St. Francis de Sales Church. A potluck brunch in the multipurpose room will follow the Mass. We would ask that you please bring any brunch-like dish of your choice to share. Please call Cecilia McGrath with any questions (951) 682-4134. + + + El sábado 6 de Diciembre a las 10:00 AM, aquí en la Parroquia de San Francis de Sales se celebrará una misa para cualquier persona de la parroquia que desee oraciones especiales para sanación. Por favor, preguntamos que traigan su platillo favorito para compartir con los demás. Por favor, llame a Cecillia McGrath para cualquier pregunta al Tel: (951) 682-4134.
Parish & Community Activities Page 4 November 22, 2015 SFDS Annual Christmas Giving Tree Starting the weekend of November 21-22, our annual Christmas Giving Tree will be in the main entrance of the Church. Gift tags with the family number, along with the age and gender of each child, will be on the tree. You may take a gift tag and bring the WRAPPED GIFT WITH THE TAG ATTACHED to the Parish Office NO LATER THAN WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 16TH!! NO GIFTS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER DECEMBER 16TH!! Please don t forget our deadlines - we need to distribute the toys before Christmas to the children, so plan on getting your presents in early! Remember Your Loved Ones This November, 2015 During the month of November, we will be posting our Remembrance Scroll of the deceased St. Francis de Sales parishioners by the tabernacle. All parishioners are welcome to place any pictures of deceased loved ones on the table under the scroll. Please remember to pick up your photographs no later than December 1st in the Sacristy. Christmas Eve Family Mass We are currently looking for children interested in auditioning for the parts of Mary, Joseph, shepherds, Three Kings and choir members for the Christmas Eve Family Mass at 6:00pm on Thursday, December 24, 2015. Children in the choir must be in 2nd Grade or higher and must be able to read. Rehearsal dates are pending. For more information contact Sherril Tinder at (951) 227-5195. Repeal the Assisted Suicide Law - ABX2-15!!! There will be a workshop on November 23rd at the Ministry Center of St. Catherine of Alexandria Church (6:00-8:30 PM), for the training on signature gathering in support of the repeal of the doctor prescribed suicide legislation that was passed earlier this year. Our bishop has asked that each parish conduct a signaturegathering petition drive to put the issue of assisted suicide before the general populace for their approval or rejection. All interested leaders from parishes in the Riverside Vicariate are encouraged to come to the training. As faithful citizens, let us serve the poor, the elderly and most vulnerable with our time and effort to gather support on their behalf and tell those in governance that the will of the people is stronger than the politics or special interest groups in Sacramento. Knights of Columbus - Join Us At Our Christmas Tree Sale! Saturday, November 28th through Saturday, December 18th Lot Hours: Weekdays from 10:00am to 9:00pm and Weekends from 9:00am to 10:00pm We are located at 7907 Magnolia Ave. (Corner of Jefferson & Magnolia, across from Ramona High School) Receive 10% OFF Any Christmas Tree on our lot. (Limit one coupon per purchase) Must present coupon at time of purchase
Calendar of Events and Mass Schedules Page 5 November 22, 2015 Sunday, November 22 * Youth Mass Liturgy - 9:00 AM * Memorial Candle Blessing - 9:00 AM Mass Serra Club Coffee & Doughnuts - Hall English RE K-8 Classes: 10:15 AM English Confirmation I, II, III Classes: 8:00 AM Cardmaker s Ministry Sales - After Morning Masses Monday, November 23 SFDS School Parent/Teacher Conferences - Noon Dismissal Spanish Confirmation/RCIA: 5:15 PM Tuesday, November 24 SFDS School Parent/Teacher Conferences - Noon Dismissal English Bible Study: 10:00 AM - MPR OLPH Novena: 5:00 PM - Church * No Confessions Today * Women of Faith Bible Study: 6:30 PM - Library Spanish Choir Rehearsal: 7:00 PM - MR Grupo de Oracion: 7:00 PM - Hall Legion of Mary: 7:30 PM - Room 1 Wednesday, November 25 SFDS School Closed - Thanksgiving Holiday No English Choir Rehearsal - Holiday Wedding Rehearsal: 6:00 PM - Church Thursday, November 26 SFDS Parish Office/School Closed - Holiday No RCIA/No Estudio de Biblia Friday, November 27 SFDS Parish Office/School Closed - Holiday * No Confessions Today * No Spanish Youth Group Saturday, November 28 No Spanish RE Classes - Holiday A.A. Meeting: 6:00 PM - Room 1 Sunday, November 29 Women s Ministry Coffee & Doughnuts - Hall No English RE K-8/Confirmation Classes - Holiday Cardmaker s Ministry Sales - After Morning Masses Wedding: 2:00 PM - Church Saturday - November 21 5:00 PM Martha Guzman & Frank Guzman For the Parishioners of SFDS Sunday - November 22 7:00 AM Selma Smith 9:00 AM Rose Mary Fall Glanzman 11:30 AM Mary Fall - Happy 80th Birthday! 5:00 PM Israel Cordova Monday - November 23 6:30 AM Communion Service Tuesday - November 24 6:30 AM Communion Service 5:15 PM Art Delgiudice Wednesday - November 25 6:30 AM Communion Service 8:00 AM School Communion Service Thursday - November 26 8:00 AM Colleen Sanchez - Happy Birthday! Friday - November 27 8:00 AM Communion Service Saturday - November 28 8:00 AM Communion Service (Vigil Mass) 5:00 PM Leonard & Mary Mendoza Sunday - November 29 7:00 AM Joseph John Gilwood For the Parishioners of SFDS 9:00 AM Janina Urbanczak 11:30 AM Geddy Kairaitis 5:00 PM Mauricio Alvarez ALTAR SOCIETY SCHEDULE Jo Hersman, Michelle Gonzalez, Betty Andrews, Catherine Cates & Alejandra Jacobsmeyer will have Altar Duty on Saturday, November 28, at 8:30 AM.
Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe Page 6 November 22, 2015 TRUE STEWARDSHIP The gospel message proclaimed throughout the New Testament invites us to live in harmony with the world. This is a challenge to care for the world and be stewards of all that God has given us. Like generations before us, we are entrusted with the care of the earth so that generations to follow may enjoy the same gifts. Sometimes, however, we are absorbed into the ways of the world. When we are of the world, we rely heavily on the power of wealth, beauty, fame and accumulation of material possessions. We want earthly possessions and carelessly turn our hearts from the responsibilities of stewardship and conservation. The readings today challenge us to walk away from the world so that we might inherit our share of God s kingdom. How we live our lives directly reflects our love for God. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co. LA VERDADERA CORRESPONSABILIDAD El mensaje del Evangelio que proclama el Nuevo Testamento nos invita a una vida de armonía con el mundo creado. Tenemos el reto de cuidar el mundo y sentirnos corresponsables de todo lo que Dios nos ha dado. Al igual que generaciones anteriores, se nos ha confiado el cuidado de la tierra para que las generaciones que nos sigan puedan disfrutar los mismos dones. Algunas veces, sin embargo, nos quedamos absortos en las cosas del mundo. Cuando somos del mundo, confiamos demasiado en el poder de la riqueza, la belleza, la fama y la acumulación de posesiones materiales. Deseamos las posesiones terrenas y con desdén alejamos nuestro corazón de las responsabilidades de nuestro deber de cuidar el planeta y preservarla. Las lecturas de hoy nos retan a alejarnos del mundo para que podamos heredar nuestra parte del Reino de Dios. Cómo vivimos nuestra vida refleja nuestro amor por Dios. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co. Our Adoration Chapel Needs More Adorers The 24/7 Adoration Chapel at 13th and Lime of St. Francis de Sales is adding more adorers. We currently need additions to substitution lists, ongoing varying needs and MORE MEN on some early morning hours. For more information or to schedule a time, please call Fay at (951) 682-9076, or (951) 687-6681. A current email address and/or phone number is desirable. La Capilla de Adoración 24/7 en el 13 y de la calle de San Francisco de Sales está agregando más adoradores. Actualmente necesitamos unos cuantos alrededor del almuerzo algunos días de la semana, las adiciones a la lista de sustitución, y más hombres algunas semanas primeras horas de la mañana el día. Por favor llame feligrés Carlotta, (951) 684-3438, o (951) 642-9948, para obtener información o para programar. READINGS FOR THE WEEK 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: Dn 6:12-28; Dn 3:68-74; Lk 21:20-28 Thanksgiving Day, Suggested: Sir 50:22-24; Ps 145:2-11; 1 Cor 1:3-9; Lk 17:11-19 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: Jer 33:14-16; Ps 25:4-5, 8-10, 14; 1 Thes 3:12-4:2; Lk 21:25-28,34-36 Weekend of November 15, 2015 $6,821.14 Active Registered Families 961 Families receiving envelopes 628 % of families using envelopes 25% Envelopes received 11/15/15 154 Please remember to use your offering envelopes. Thank you for your generosity. May God bless you. Gracias por su generosidad. Dios los bendiga!
MINISTRIES / MINISTERIOS Liturgical Ministries Altar Servers Mary Waterman 681-3048 Altar Society Donna Pitell 688-0985 Choir (English) Mary Fall 781-6772 Coro (Español) Josefina Oliva 892-8075 Organist Prince Ward 235-5220 Eucharistic Adoration Fay Fletcher 682-9076 Eucharistic Ministers T. Waldschmitt 505-9814 *English/Spanish Lectores Francisco Mendoza (909)754-8692 *Español Lectors Lorraine Mooney 682-1659 *English Ushers/Hospitality Ray Serna 684-1607 Catechetical Ministries Adult Faith Formation Chris Gallardo (626)221-9469 *RCIA *RCIA Español Victor Grajeda 924-8614 Baptisms Parish Office 686-4004 Bible Study Fr. Louis 683-6204 *English/Español Spanish Youth Group Mayumi Mendez 220-1200 Quinceañeras Alba Dominguez 318-7511 Religious Education Toni Bastian 992-8815 Educación Religiosa Consuelo Grajeda 924-8614 R/E Office Monica Sandoval 315-7574 Parish Ministries Bereavement Ministry R. Pucciarelli-Davis 779-6958 Card Makers Ministry Toni Bastian 992-8815 Hulen House Miguel Caballero 288-0218 Liturgical Dance Amanda Weber 333-3476 Parish Council Peter Bradley (909)910-5098 Pastoral Care Maureen Riggs 321-9956 Visita Los Enfermos Roberto y Adriana Ramirez 842-8992 Spanish Ministries Alba Dominguez 318-7511 St. Anne s Sewdality Angie Nudge 684-0570 Weddings/Bodas Alba Dominguez 318-7511 *Español Women s Ministry R. Pucciarelli-Davis 779-6958 Catholic Ministries Catholic Charities 689-1803 Knights of Columbus Nestor Contreras 288-3567 Legion of Mary 907-7871 Marriage Encounter Robert & Denise Borruel 653-7905 Right to Life Pregnancy Hotline 784-2725 Riverside Life Services Office 784-2422 Serra Club Charline Gajdos 683-1672 St. Vincent de Paul Office 684-7386 Prayer Groups Grupo de Oración Martin & Gloria Ruiz 359-4719 Welcome to the Parish Bienvenido a la Parroquia Fill out and place in collection basket Llene esta forma y déjela en la canasta de la colecta Last Name: Apellido First Name: Primer Nombre Address: Domicilio City and Zip: Ciudad y Codigo Postal DEVOTIONS & EVANGELIZATION Mother of Perpetual Help Novena: Every Tuesday at 5:00 PM Legion of Mary: Every Tuesday at 7:30 PM - Room 1 Perpetual Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: 24 hours/ 7 days in the St. Bernard Chapel First Friday Mass: 7:00 PM (Español) ST. FRANCIS DE SALES FOOD PANTRY We are still in need of food every week. Any non-perishable items, such as canned soups, canned fruits, canned vegetables, peanut butter and jelly, rice, beans, dry cereal, energy bars, flour, sugar, cooking oil, pasta and spaghetti sauce are welcome. You can bring them to the Mass you attend and leave the items in the green bins at the main entrance of the church. PLEASE DO NOT DONATE ANY ITEMS WITH PAST EXPIRATION DATES! Your contributions are most needed and appreciated. I would like to receive parish envelopes Quiero recibir sobres de la Parroquia Yes/Si No *We will mail you a complete Parish Registration Form* * Le enviaremos una forma de registro completo de la parroquia *
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