SAINT MARTIN OF TOURS CATHOLIC CHURCH MASS SCHEDULE SATURDAY: 5:00PM Vigil SUNDAY: 7:00 AM 9:00 AM 11:00 AM 5:00 PM OFFICE HOURS: DAILY MASS 8:00 AM Rosary 8:30 AM Monday through Friday CONFESSIONS: 3:30 PM 4:30PM Saturdays or by appointment HOLY DAYS: As Announced MONDAY-FRIDAY: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Closed for Lunch: 12:00 PM - 1:00PM SUNDAY: 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM SAINT MARTIN ACADEMY: Principal: Diane Hartley 619.466.3241 Preschool to 8th Grade We invite you to be a Sharing Member Register, Participate and Share your Gifts and Talents. 7710 El Cajon Blvd., La Mesa, CA 91942 www.stmartinoftoursparish.org PH 619-465-5334 FAX 619-465-7297 Email Address: info@saintmartinoftours.cc
22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time September 2, 2018 Humbly welcome the word that has been planted in you and is able to save your souls. James 1:21b THE HIGHEST LAW From time to time, newspapers and magazines will offer, as an item of filler, various laws that are still on the books but seem silly to us in our day and age. In one California city, it is illegal to have two indoor bathtubs in one house. Clean water, a precious commodity when the law was written, is now readily available, so the law seems silly. But the human value of protecting and preserving precious resources is still around, evident in many conservation laws that seem sensible to us. So it is with the laws of religious tradition. What Jesus scorns today is others attitude toward ritual laws, an attitude that becomes nearly idolatrous when laws are observed for their own sake. Jesus teaches that observation of external ritual laws is of value only when they are emblems of our internal disposition toward the will of God. Our whole lives must follow the one ultimate law of God: to love God completely and to love neighbor entirely. Roman Catholicism is a tradition rich with customs, traditions, and even laws. As we continue to listen to the voice of Christ, we must always look into our own hearts and underneath our ritual practices to make sure that love of God and love of neighbor are what we prize above all. Copyright J. S. Paluch Co., Inc. TODAY S READINGS First Reading-- For what great nation is there that has gods so close to it as the LORD, our God, is to us? (Deuteronomy 4:1-8). Psalm -- The one who does justice will live in the presence of the Lord (Psalm 15). Second Reading -- Religion that is pure is this: to care for orphans and widows in their affliction (James 1:17-27). Gospel -- This people honors me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me (Mark 7:1-23). 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. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: 1 Cor 2:1-5; Ps 119; Lk 4:16-30, or, for Labor Day, any readings from the Mass "For the Blessings of Human Labor," nos. 907-911 Tuesday: 1 Cor 2:10-16; Ps 145; Lk 4:31-37 Wednesday: 1 Cor 3:1-9; Ps 33; Lk 4:38-44 Thursday: 1 Cor 3:18-23; Ps 24; Lk 5:1-11 Friday: 1 Cor 4:1-5; Ps 37; Lk 5:33-39 Saturday: Mi 5:1-4; Ps 13; Mt 1:1-23 Sunday: Is 35:4-7; Ps 146; Jas 2:1-5; Mk 7:31-37 NEW LIFE IN OUR PARISH Luis Pedro Chacon, son of Juan & Maricela Chacon, was baptized on Saturday, September 1, 2018 We lovingly welcome this newest member into our parish family. Choir rehearsals for the 11am Sunday Mass Choir start on Thursday, September 8 at 630pm. New members are always welcome. Our SATB (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass) choir sings at the 11am Mass each Sunday and at celebrations of major feasts and solemnities, such as: Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and the Paschal Triduum/Easter Sunday. Being able to read music is not a prerequisite. For more information, please contact Frances Cavanaugh at 619.490.9062 or stmartinoftourschoir@gmail.com Singing in the choir is a great way to get involved in a church ministry to share your talents and meet new people. Page 2
FAITH FORMATION FOR CHILDREN: REGISTRATION for Faith Formation from preschool, age 4-11 years and Sacramental Preparation for First Eucharist and Reconciliation is ongoing. We really need you! Have you ever considered how you can serve our faith community? We are always looking for enthusiastic, dedicated parishioners to share their faith and time with the children of our Faith Community. Sun, Sep 9 815am Session in Parish Hall Sun, Sep 16 815am Session in Parish Hall Sun, Sep 23 815am Session in Parish Hall Sun, Sep 30 815am Session in Parish Hall Sun, Oct 2 900am Family Mass 1015am First Reconciliation Sacramental Preparation in Barry Hall For more information, please contact Christine Davis, Religious Education Coordinator, at chris@saintmartinoftours.cc or 619.698.8434 YOUTH MINISTRY REGISTRATION FOR Jr. High & High School Faith Formation and Confirmation Preparation will take place on Sunday, September 23, at the Parent Information and Registration Meeting as follows: Sunday, September 23 6 to 7pm Parent Information and Registration Meeting for Junior High Youth Sunday, September 23 7 to 8pm Parent Information and Registration Meeting for High School Youth For more information go to: stmartinoftoursyouth@gmail.com or call Susan Skinner, Youth Minister, at 619.698.3180 RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS (RCIA) INQUIRY SESSIONS: Saint Martin of Tours Catholic Parish extends an invitation to everyone who seek to enrich their faith life and explore the possibility of becoming a Catholic Christian. Our community shares and celebrates this journey with them through a process called The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA). If you are interested about what Catholics believe and many may be interested in learning more about joining the Catholic faith, please attend our Inquiry Sessions that will begin on Tuesday, September 4 at 7pm in the Parish Office Conference Room. If you are interested and won t be able to join us, contact Christine Davis, for more information about this process at 619.698.8434 or @ chris@saintmartinoftours.cc PRAY FOR THE NEEDS AND INTENTIONS OF: Larry Smith, Frank Lizzo, Dylan King, Diane Stolze, David Doane, Marie Easton, Bobby F. Kissel, Ricardo F. Soto, Michele Heinzel, Cristina L. Sanders, Marie Easton, Debbie Effinger, Rita A. Bongard, Julie Horton, Diane Butcher, John Hightower, Sue Houze, Gil Tangog, Joseph Green Gonzalez, Jack Zolezzi, Cindy Mendez, Ted Curry, David Stapleton, Anna Zasueta, Pat Stewart, Anne Wojtach, Barbara Tilley, Jim Costello, Joan Glunt, Alan Collins, Bob McEwen, Jeannine Mitchell, Bob Moeller, Carol Bessone, Stephanie Butcher, Joanne Silva, Bruce Reed, Doug Reed,... may they find joy in the healing love of Christ. Please do not visit the above parishioners without the expressed permission of the family. Names will appear in the prayer list for four weeks, unless notified that the person is still in need of prayers. To add or delete names on the list, please call the parish office at 619.465.5334 or email the office at: info @saintmartinoftours.cc. Page 3
Saturday Sunday SEPTEMBER 2-9, 2018 500 PM Martha & Greg Vega- 36th Wedding Anniversary 700 AM Teresa Tong & Mary Chow -Blessings 900 AM David Edgar-Birthday 1100 AM Tina Durante-Birthday 500 PM Mass for the People Monday 830 AM Jim & Hellen Freed-60th Wedding Anniversary Tuesday 830 AM Bernard Foschetti Wednesday 830 AM John Pruett Thursday 830 AM Anthony Santos Friday 830 AM Jane Mattern Saturday Sunday 500 PM Rita Pontes 700 AM Jim Amberg 900 AM Class of 1968-50th Anniversary 1100 AM Arben Lorja Family-Intention 500 PM Mass for the People SAINT MARTIN S WOMENS CLUB All women of the parish are invited to join our monthly meeting on Thursday, September 6 in Barry Hall. A potluck lunch will follow the general meeting and we will play a game of Jeopardy to challenge and entertain us. We pray the Rosary at 1030am, meeting at 11am, lunch and game at 12noon. For more information call Pat Kramm at 1.619.469.3976 or Veronica Rodriguez 1.323.632.6066. WOMEN OF FAITH welcomes all women of the parish to their meeting on Thursday, September 6 at 630pm in the Parish Hall Meeting Room. Join us and share fellowship with women of the parish. If you have any questions or would like more information, please call Mary Margaret Kissel at 1.619.698-4845. CLERGY Very Rev. Peter McGuine Interim Administrator Deacon Allen Rosker Rev. Danilo Valdepeñas, in Residence Rev. Pedro Rivera, in Residence Rev. Uche Uzoechi, in Residence SACRAMENTS & MINISTRIES ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT: 7pm first Friday of the month in the Holy Spirit Chapel. Closes with Benediction at 830pm. FAITH FORMATION: Coordinator: Christine Davis 619.698.8434 or chris@saintmartinoftours.cc Ages 4-12 - meet most Sundays September thru April: 815-10am FOOD ASSISTANCE Open Monday through Friday from 10am to 12pm Coordinator: Richard Zasueta 619.726.7618 RCIA: For adults wishing to become Catholic or complete their Sacraments of Initiation - Tues, 7pm. Coordinator: Christine Davis 619.698.8434 or chris@saintmartinoftours.cc BAPTISMS: Pre-baptismal Seminar required Call Parish Office for information - 619.465.5334 FIRST COMMUNION: Two years preparation Call Faith Formation Coordinator: Christine Davis 619.698.8434 or chris@saintmartinoftours.cc CONFIRMATION: Call Youth Minister: Susan Skinner, 619.698.3180 or stmartinoftoursyouth@gmail.com YOUTH MINISTRY Youth Minister: Susan Skinner - 619.698.3180 Jr. High: (7 & 8) and High School: (9-12) or stmartinoftoursyouth@gmail.com MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST: Cookie Comer - 619.980.8847 MUSIC MINISTRY: Choir Director: Frances Cavanaugh- 619.690.9062 or Email: stmartinoftourschoir@gmailcom Sat. 5pm Evening Choir, Sun. 9am Contemporary Choir Sun. 11am Traditional Choir Sun. 5pm Evening Choir WEDDINGS: Call for information - 619.465.5334 COMMUNITY GARDEN; Diane Hartley 619.466.3241 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS; Don Rakestraw - 619.843.3727 SOCIAL SENIORS GROUP: Third Monday at 10am in the Parish Office: Pat Kramm 619.469.3976 SOCIAL JUSTICE MINISTRY: Flora Funk 619.957.4388 WOMEN S CLUB: First Thursday @1030am in Barry Hall www.stmartinoftoursparish.org/womens.html or Pat Kramm - 619.469.3976 WOMEN OF FAITH; First Thursday at 6:30pm in Parish Hall-Meeting Room: Mary Margaret Kissel - 619.698.4845 Page 4
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FAIR TRADE SHOPPING EVENT AT SAINT MARTIN OF TOURS PARISH HALL SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2018 Shop with joy and purpose at the annual La Mesa Fair Trade Gift Event from 8am to 1:30pm. Enjoy Fair Trade Ben & Jerry s ice cream while perusing the aisles of hand made baskets, jewelry, purses, belts, wallets, handbags, jackets, scarves, toys, pottery, Christmas ornaments, gift baskets, coffee, tea, chocolate and lots more! Lots of vendors! Lots of samples! Make a difference with your purchases this season by improving people s lives and the environment. The Fair Trade movement involves a vision of a world in which justice and sustainable development are at the heart of trade structures and practices. This involves, primarily, paying farmers and artisans in developing countries a fair price for their goods and thereby alleviating poverty and poor living conditions. CHARTER FOR THE PROTECTION OF CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE To report suspected sexual misconduct or child abuse within our institutions and ministries, by a member of the clergy or by a parish or Catholic School employee or volunteer can be made by contacting Lisa Petronis, at 858.490.8353 or at www.sdcatholic.org. CRAFTS & GOODS FAIR The Saint Martin of Tours Women s Club is pleased to announce their Fall Craft and Goods Fair. A juried show to be held on Sunday, October 21, 2018. We hope and look forward to many of our talented parishioners participating. Please Call for Entries to get a spot costing $20. Card tables rented if needed for $5. There is a limited number of spaces. To reserve a table to sell your crafts or goods, please call Gloria Felix at 805.766.2268 or Veronica Rodriguez at 323.632.6066, for additional information. POPCORN! POPCORN! Pack 51 will be selling Trails End Popcorn after all Sunday masses on Sept. 16 t and Sept. 23 in the Church Gathering Plaza. Selling popcorn teaches the scouts social skills, math, teamwork and commitment to achieve a goal. A portion of the earnings are used for Pack activities, outings, and camping. Prices vary from $10- $30 per bag. Watching your waistline or blood sugar? You always have the option to donate popcorn for our military troops. THE ORIGINAL CURRENCY Labor was the first price, the original purchase-money that was paid for all things. It was not by gold or by silver, but by labor, that all wealth of the world was originally purchased. --Adam Smith Our Gifts to God and Parish We are grateful to you for your presence, your participation, and your financial support of St. Martin of Tours. August 25-26, 2018 Plate Collection: $ 2,850.95 Envelope Collection: $ 9,473.58 TOTAL SUNDAY COLLECTION: $12,324.53 Additional Gifts: Repairs & Maintenance: $ 26.00 Food Assistance/Pantry: $ 30.00 As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God s varied grace (1 Pt 4:10) Page 6
The Exaltation of the Cross Click to add a photo or drag your photo here. St Martin of Tours Liturgical Calendar 2018 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 2 3 LABOR DAY 4 5 6 7 8 1 330 Confessions Fr Peter McGuine 5pm Fr Peter McGuine & Dcn. Al Rosker 7 Fr Danny 9 Fr Emmanuel Catral & Dcn. Al 11 Fr Emmanuel Catral 5p Fr Danny 830 Fr Uche Parish Offices Closed 830 Fr Pedro 830 Fr Danny 830 Fr Pedro 830 Fr Ray Elam 330 Confessions Fr Danny 5pm Fr Danny 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 7 Fr Peter McGuine 9 Fr Jim & Dcn Al 11 Fr Uche 5p Fr Pedro 830 Fr Uche 830 Fr Danny 830 Fr Pedro 830 Fr Peter McGuine 830 Fr Ray Elam Exaltation of the Cross 330 Confessions Fr Uche 5pm Fr Uche 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 7 Fr Jim Poulsen 9 Fr Uche 11 Fr Pedro & Dcn Al 5p Fr Danny 830 Fr Danny 830 Fr Uche 830 Fr Danny 830 Fr Pedro 830 Fr Ray Elam 330 Confessions Fr Peter McGuine 5pm Fr Peter McGuine 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 7 Fr Danny 9 Fr Uche 11 Fr Uche & Dcn. Al 5p Fr Uche 830 Fr Ray Elam Sept. 24-27 830 Fr Uche Convocation 830 Fr. Uche For 830 Fr. Ray Elam Priests 830 Fr Ray Elam 330 Confessions Fr Uche 5pm Fr Uche 30 7 Fr Danny 9 Fr Uche 11 Fr Jim & Dcn Al 5p Fr Pedro notes 08/31/18
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