CHURCH OF ST. THOMAS MORE GLENDALE, AZ JULY 26, 2015 Liturgy Getting the Most Out of Mass Last week, I yielded this space to Fr. Paul Turner, who listed ways to get the least out of mass. If you missed it, you can check it out on the parish website. This week, I counter with ways to get the MOST out of mass: Don t eat just before coming to Mass. Come hungry to receive the Body and Blood of Christ; hungry to hear the Word of the Lord. Welcome to the Parish Prayer of St. Thomas More: Give us, good Lord, the grace to work for the things we pray for. Our warmest welcome to all who worship with our parish family, whether long time registered or newly arrived in the parish. If you are not registered, please stop by the Parish Office and pick up a registration form. Come early. Socialize outside or in the gathering space with others. Get to know someone new. Be willing to move toward the middle if someone comes to your pew, rather than make them climb over you. It s much more welcoming. For your convenience a drop box is located outside the Parish Office front doors if you wish to leave paperwork when the office is closed. Please do not leave checks or cash. Turn your cell phone off, so calls and texts can t interrupt your prayer. Join in singing the songs and making the responses with your whole heart and voice. Prayer and praise of God is nothing to be bashful about. Pay close attention to the readings and the homily, allowing the Word of God to enter your mind and heart. Proudly profess what you believe in the Creed. Know what you are praying for during the Prayers of the Faithful, and take time during silent prayer to offer to God your joys, your worries, and your needs. First Friday Adoration August 7, 2015, 9:00 a.m. BECOMING CATHOLIC - RCIA The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, which is better known as RCIA, is a process designed for two different groups of people: Join your mind to the voice of the Priest during the Eucharistic Prayer, offering your life along with the sacrifice on the altar. Make eye contact as you reach out to others during the sign of peace. Really mean what you say. Take both the Body and Blood of Christ during Communion, the fullest sign of our unity with Christ and with each other. Stay til the end. We need the final blessing and reminder that what we receive at Mass in both Word and Eucharist prepares us to go in peace to love and serve. Offer to become an usher, lector, communion minister, server, or choir member. You ll get much more out of Mass if you are actively ministering to others. Steve Raml Director of Liturgy & Music H H Adults who are not Catholic and would like to join the Catholic Church. Adults who were baptized as children into the Catholic faith, but who have not yet received the Sacrament of First Communion or Confirmation. The Catholic Church welcomes people of all faiths and backgrounds into the RCIA process. During the sessions, we hear presentations on the Bible, the Sacraments of the Catholic Church, prayer, Church history, the liturgical year, social justice and service issues, and the Mass. Each week the process gives you a chance to ask questions and deepen your faith so that you can make an informed decision if the Catholic Faith is for you. St. Thomas More welcomes you to join us and begin the process of joining the Catholic Faith. Please call Wade McFall in the Parish Office to learn more.
SEVENTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME THE FEAST Adult Formation The crowd that gathered by the Sea of Galilee was hungry. They had spent the day following and listening to Jesus. Their hunger for a leader to take away all their pain, oppression, illness and just possibly no more hunger was happening right before their eyes. Then he did feed them. It was from five barley loaves and two fish. These fed a crowd of 5000 plus the women and children. Then When they had their fill, Jesus said to his disciples, Gather the fragments left over, so that nothing will be wasted. So they collected them and filled twelve wicker baskets with fragments from the five barley loaves that had been more than they could eat. The people would have known the story of the Elisha, the prophet, who fed one hundred men from a few barley loaves. It happened to them just like during the time of Elisha, who had leftovers too they had their King but for all the wrong reasons. The experience of sharing this bountiful feast was quickly put behind them and they rushed to care for their own agendas and desires. The crowd did not see that they were fed and filled by more than bread and fish! We are hungry people. We gather for this feast of the Holy Eucharist with full stomachs, too full! We remember, pray for, and act to alleviate hunger in others. Do we recognize in this feast, that we are the leftovers we are the ones who now distribute the barley loaves and fish? We are given so much: we eat the Body of Christ, broken for us, we drink the Blood of Christ, poured out for the forgiveness of our sins, our salvation. We are given such a gift to be bread, broken and wine, poured out for others. As we all hear the Word and let it be in us; as we take Jesus Body and Blood and let it be in us we go forth to live in the manner worthy of the call we have received. Mary Ann Ronan Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Mass will be celebrated Saturday, August 15, 8:30 a.m. This is NOT a Holy Day of Obligation this year. Celebrate Marriage Event Celebrant, Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted Saturday, September 12 Ss. Simon and Jude Cathedral Come celebrate marriage at this annual diocesan event consisting of Mass and luncheon. This year s speakers at the luncheon are the dynamic Trent and Laura Horn of Catholic Answers, presenting Marriage: Joyful in the Midst of Challenges. Mass begins at 10 a.m., luncheon follows in the parish hall. Those celebrating 25 th, 40 th, and 50 th + jubilarian anniversaries receive a special blessing, group photo with Bishop Olmsted, and frame-worthy certificate when pre-registered. $45 per couple for luncheon. Registration required. For registration information, call Clarissa Quiring at 602.354.2132. Or register online at www.ourcovenantoflovephx.org. Seating for luncheon and speakers limited. Couples of all ages welcome, as well as family members. 40+ SINGLES POTLUCK/SOCIAL JOURNEY Friendship and fellowship for single parishioners 40+ provides an opportunity for singles to meet, socialize, and support each other in a spirit of camaraderie and purpose. The monthly social and potluck is Thursday, August 13, at 6:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall. This month we will be having a game night and BBQ. All 40+ singles are invited to join with us and see what we are all about. If you would like more information or have any questions, please contact Mary at maryb062@gmail.com or 623-332-6388. Each Christian needs half an hour of prayer each day, except when we are busy; then we need an hour. St. Francis de Sales
Youth Ministry Grades 6-12 GROWING IN FAITH, ACTING IN LOVE Faith Formation Grades K - 5 Registration forms for 2015/2016 youth ministry programs are available in the Parish Office. Please contact Gaby in the Parish Office with questions about the program. Teen Summer event calendar in the Parish Office or email gfranzoni@stmglendale.org. SERVE DINNER St. Vincent de Paul Monday, July 27 4:00-7:00 p.m. High school teens are invited to the André House dining hall to prepare and serve dinner. In addition to helping the volunteer staff and serving the clients at André House, this will count towards community service hours! Permission slips are needed for this event. Contact Gaby at gfranzoni@stmglendale.org or stop by the Parish Office. Parish Outreach St. Joseph the Worker announces a new location for the West Valley based at CPLC s Maryvale Community Center located at 6850 W. Indian School Rd., Phoenix. The Center has volunteer opportunities. Please contact Alexandria Flores at 602-316-3501 or (aflores@sjwjobs.org) for more information. Hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 pm. YOU can make a difference! K - 5 FAITH FORMATION Calendar / Class Times / Days Session A Monday: 4:45-6:00 p.m. Session B Monday: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Session C Tuesday: 4:45-6:00 p.m. Session D Tuesday: 6:30-7:45 p.m. Is your child ready to learn about God and their faith? Now is the time to register for Faith Formation classes, kindergarten fifth grade. Classes are held on Monday or Tuesday evenings. Stop by the Parish Office to register. The fee is $100.00 per child, check or cash only. Registration for 2015-16 Christian Formation for all grades is taking place at the Parish Office. KINDERGARTEN - FIFTH GRADE FAITH FORMATION FAMILIES Did you receive the email concerning your child s class placement for classes that begin in September? If you did not receive an email contact Ann at amaloney@stmglendale.org. FAITH FORMATION GRADES 1-5 Classes begin in September, but we need to organize classes now! The children need people to share their time, talents, and faith. Catechists do not have to have children enrolled in the program to volunteer. Catechist work in teams, you are not alone! Catechists are needed for all sessions. Contact Ann in the Parish Office to learn more. CONGRATULATIONS and welcome to the recently baptized members of the St. Thomas More community: Claire Carpenter, Sophia Kunakowsky, Emery & Hudson Lauer, Avery Victor
FLU VACCINATION CLINICS have been scheduled for Wednesday, September 9 and Sunday, September 13. Look for more information in future bulletins. WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER In the second reading, St Paul tells us to live in a manner worth of the call you have received, having humility, gentleness and patience and to bear with one another through love. The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend is August 28-31 in Phoenix. For more information visit www.wwmearizona.com 2015 ARIZONA MARIAN CONFERENCE August 21-23, 2015 DoubleTree Paradise Valley Resort Conference flyers are located in the information stands in the gathering space of the church. For more information on conference speakers, agenda, and registration fees, visit www.arizonapeacecenter.org or call 480-964-6111. Host families are needed for students from Italy and Spain that will attend Bourgade Catholic High School next term. If you would like to host a foreign exchange student, call 800-333-3802 ext. 207 for information. Bus service is provided from St. Thomas More to the school. Pray for the Deceased Wilhelm Beerhues, Albert Bernatavicius Edith Kerker, Raymond Ramirez Desiree Wanninger Given in Gratitude for God s Blessings The plate collection for Sunday, July 19, was $31,960. Thank you for your faithful support. Thanks to Our Advertisers Please patronize our advertisers and thank them for supporting our bulletin when using their products and services. If you would like to donate altar flowers in honor or memory of a loved one, please contact the Parish Office. ANDRÉ HOUSE has volunteer opportunities available. To sign up online visit www.signupgenius.com/ go/70a044fa8a72f4-andre2/. COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS Stop by or call the Parish Office to learn more about.. ALBERTSONS COMMUNITY PARTNERS PROGRAM - Cards in the Parish Office. FRY S COMMUNITY REWARDS PROGRAM - Enrollment in this rewards program is done online by each family. Registration forms in Parish Office. SAFEWAY - sign up by picking up a registration form in the Parish Office or visiting www.escrip.com, select group (St. Thomas More, ID# 9605052). In the Gospel, Jesus supersedes both the apostles and the crowds expectations: with little he feds many...jesus is the sign of God s lavish presence and love. Your donation to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is indeed a sign of God s extravagant love to the lonely and those in need. This month, through your gifts, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul was able to assist families with rental and utility payments and providing food and other basic day to day necessities. FAITH COMMUNITY NURSING RN s from this ministry are available to speak with parishioners. You may call the Parish Office and leave a message and one of the nurses will contact you. PARISH HALL RENTAL The Parish Hall is available to rent for private functions. Please see the parish website under FAQ s or stop by the Parish Office for an information sheet.
PARISH COUNCIL MEMBERS Tina Gantner, Joan Graham Karen Kozlowski, Simon Lam Don Sandefur, Lloyd Singer, Joanne Spiek Questions, comments or concerns, please call the Parish Office. St. Thomas More is on Facebook! Search in Facebook Church of St. Thomas More or link to us on the parish website www.stmglendale.org. Assistive hearing devices are available at the sound booth. Please see the sound tech - they will be happy to help you. Monday, July 27 6:30 pm Stephen Ministry Supervision Tuesday, July 28 7:00 pm Bethany Bereavement Group Wednesday, July 29 Thursday, July 30 Friday, July 31 Saturday, August 1 Sunday, August 2 St. Thomas More www.stmglendale.org Buy your Sunday Arizona Republic here and support the teens.. Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Closed Friday and Saturday Sunday: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Readings for the Week July 26, 2015 Sunday 2 Kgs 4:42-44; Ps 145; Eph 4:1-6; Jn 6:1-15 Monday Ex 32:15-24, 30-34; Ps 106; Mt 13:31-35 Tuesday Ex 33:7-11, 34:5b-9, 28; Ps 103; Mt 13:36-43 Wednesday Saint Martha Ex 34:29-35; Ps 99; Jn 11:19-27 Thursday Saint Peter Chrysologus, Bishop and Doctor of the Church Ex 40:16-21, 34-38; Ps 84; Mt 13:47-53 Friday Saint Ignatius of Loyola, Priest Lv 23:1, 4-11, 15-16, 27, 34b-37; Ps 81; Mt 13:54-58 Saturday Saint Alphonsus Liguori, Bishop and Doctor of the Church Lv 25:1, 8-17; Ps 67; Mt 14:1-12 Sunday Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Ex 16:2-4, 12-15; Ps 78; Eph 4:17, 20-24; Jn 6:24-35 Please come to Mass early enough not to disrupt. Leave late enough not to insult. Worship reverently enough not to distract. AND dress proudly enough not to offend. SATURDAY, JULY 25 5:00 pm +Eleanor Kidwell SUNDAY, JULY 26 7:30 am +Raul Sandoval 9:00 am Parishioners of St. Thomas More 11:00 am +Nenzi Cannoni TUESDAY, JULY 28 8:30 am +Maria Fe Sales WEDNESDAY, JULY 29 8:30 am +Bob Logue THURSDAY, JULY 30 8:30 am +Rita Dias FRIDAY, JULY 31 8:30 am +Patricia Davidson SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 5:00 pm +Faud Ganem SUNDAY, AUGUST 2 7:30 am +Michael Fantin 9:00 am +Joseph Geampa 11:00 am Parishioners of St. Thomas More Prayer List * Gregory Ackerman * John Albright * Linda Blanchard * * Tina Gantner * Harold Haley * Richard Harper *Jordyn Kube * * Larry Palmer* Lorraine & Richard Palmer * Alex Spartz * Names will be kept on the prayer list for two weeks, at which time you will need to call the Parish Office to update. Thank you.