S .T

C

C

FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT

S

.

T

P

A

G

B

C  S .S L

— H

S .T 705 S . T

D

L C

C , TX 77498  281-494-1156 .

18, 2016

S .T

C

C

D

18, 2016

CONTENTS Pope Francis………………..………………………… 3 Ministerios en Español…….…..…………....……...….. 4 Papa Francisco….….……………………..…..……… 5 Announcements……………………………..………....

6

33 Day Marian Consecration Program……………... 7 Faith Formation………...…………………..………….. 8 Mass Intentions……………………………….……….. 9 Weekly Schedule of Events…………………………… 9 Thank You Note………………….………………..…... 10 Time to Prepare for a New Year……………....…….. 11 Daily Scripture Readings……………………………… 12 Parish Ministries in English………………...…….…… 13

The parish office will be closed from Friday, December 23rd at 12:00 noon through Tuesday, December 27, 2016.

Parish contact information………………...................... 15 www.SugarLandCatholic.com

On the cover: St Joseph, listening to the counsel of angels.

We will re-open on Wednesday, December 28, 2016.

M W

 E

Gaetano Gandolfi (Italy, 1734-1802)

C S

Monday—Friday 6:45 a.m., 8:30 a.m. Miércoles (Español) 7:00 p.m.

S C

S

Saturday  Sábado 3:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. Sunday  Domingo 4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Weekdays  Entre Semana Monday-Friday: after each Mass Tuesday-Thursday at 6:00 p.m. (Miércoles 6:00 p.m. en Español)

2

 S

8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Anticipatory Sunday Mass

S

 D

7:00 a.m., 8:00 a.m. (Español), 10:00 a.m., Noon, 2:00 p.m. (Español), 5:00 p.m.

S .T

C

C

D Pope Francis: Christmas tree and crib symbols of hope and love

C

M

18, 2016

S

2016-12-09 Vatican Radio This year’s Christmas tree and crib were inaugurated and lit up on Friday afternoon in St Peter’s Square. Earlier in the day in the Paul VI hall, Pope Francis met with the donors of the tree and the nativity scene, telling them that these gifts “form a message of hope and love.” Welcoming the donors of this year’s Christmas Tree and crib, Pope Francis thanked them for their gifts which he said, would be admired in Saint Peter’s Square “by pilgrims from around the world during Advent and the Christmas holidays.” The 25 metre high spruce tree was donated by the Lagorai Forests Association which is located the Trentino region of Northern Italy and the Pope remarked that, “the beauty of those views is an invitation to contemplate the Creator and to respect nature, the work of his hands.” The Pope also had a special word of thanks to the children who decorated the tree, with the support of the "Lene Thun Foundation" that organises the ceramic therapy workshops in various Italian hospitals for children undergoing treatment for cancer and other illnesses. He told them that, “the multicoloured ornaments you have created represent the values of life, love and peace that Christ's Christmas proposes to us anew each year.” This year’s crib in the Square, was donated by the Bishops and the Government of Malta and is the work of artist Manwel Grech from Gozo. The Nativity scene features 17 figures dressed in traditional Maltese costume as well as a replica of a traditional “Luzzu” Maltese boat. The Holy Father said that this typical Maltese vessel, recalled “the sad and tragic reality of migrants on boats making their way toward Italy”, and he expressed the hope that “those who visit this nativity scene would be invited to rediscover its symbolic value", which, he said, was “a message of fraternity, of sharing, of welcome and solidarity.” Pope Francis concluded by telling those gathered that, “the crib and the tree form a message of hope and love, and help create a Christmas spirit that can draw us closer to living with faith the mystery of the birth of the Redeemer who came to this earth in simplicity and meekness.”

3

C E Saturday, December 24 5:00 p.m. Vigil Mass 5:00 p.m. Vigil Mass (Community Center) 7:00 p.m. Vigil Mass 9:00 p.m. Misa de Noche Buena, Vigilia

Midnight of Christmas

12:00 Midnight Solemn Mass

C D Sunday, December 25 7:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. (Español) 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. (Community Center) 12:00 p.m. Noon 2:00 p.m. (Español) 5:00 p.m.

S

M

M G

,

December 31, 2016 - January 1, 2017

Regular weekend Mass schedule

S .T

C

C

D

I

P : Pase a la oficina parroquial de 8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. de lunes a viernes o puede tomar una forma en el vestíbulo de la iglesia y entregársela a un ujier.

G

: La guardería esta abierta du-

rante la misa de 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. y 12:00 p.m. No necesita hacer reservación.

F P

S B

I

:

A los padres se les pide que inscriban a su hijo(a) para el bautismo. Deben traer el certificado de nacimiento del niño a la oficina de la parroquia, y asistir a una clase prebautismal. Se anima a los padrinos asistir a la clase. Los padrinos deben de ser mayor de dieciséis (16) años, católicos practicantes, confirmados y si esta casado, tiene que estar casado por la iglesia católica. Las clases se ofrecen el Segundo domingo de cada mes a las 3:15 p.m. en el Centro de Vida Familiar. A los padres se les pide de favor que no lleven a sus hijos a la clase. Se les dará Certificado de asistencia al final de la clase aquellos padres o padrinos que no bautizaran en Santa Teresa. Por favor llame a la oficina para inscribirse a la clase al 281-4941156 y hable con Michelle Rodríguez. La Próxima clase es el 8 de Enero a las 3:15 p.m.

P E

M : Las personas que deseen contraer

matrimonio aquí en la Iglesia de Santa Teresa, Son invitados a asistir una entrevista de preparación matrimonial. Esto es obligatorio para comenzar el proceso de preparación. Es para las parejas que no están casados y para las parejas que están casadas civilmente o que viven juntos. Por favor pre inscríbase llamando al 281-494-1156. El seminario se celebra cada otro mes, el segundo jueves de mes. El próximo seminario es el Jueves 12 de Enero del 2017 en el Salón FLC-A

C

: Nuestro Catecismo en español se ofrece de Septiembre a Mayo, los domingos de 9:30 a 11:00 a.m. para grados de Kínder al 8 grado. Catequesis es un proceso continuo de evangelización, educación, formación y conversión que dura toda la vida. Para mas información por favor llame a la oficina de Catequesis de lunes a viernes al 281-494-1156 de 8:00 a.m. a 4:30 p.m.

D

S : Para los niños que desean la formación para los Sacramentos de Primera Reconciliación (confesión) y la Sagrada Comunión. Esta clase es en conjunto con su catequesis. Los niños deben tener mínimo siete (7) años al comienzo del año escolar. Las clases son un domingo al mes a la 1:00 p.m.

C

B : Católico Básico es para padres de niño que asisten a catequesis por primera vez y desean prepararse para la formación de Sacramentos de Reconciliación y Comunión. Esta clase es un martes al mes a las 7:00 p.m. en el Centro Comunitario de la Parroquia. Esta clase es obligatoria para los padres solamente.

G

O

A

A C : El grupo se reúne los martes a las 7:00 p.m., en el edificio de CCE. Para mayor Información por favor llame a Myrla Vanegas al 281-2772730. C R : Se reúne en la capilla de la iglesia los Jueves de 7:009:00 p.m. a partir de el mes de Septiembre. Para mas información llame a Rocio Padilla 832-573-3713 C B : Este grupo esta abierto a la comunidad, se reúne los viernes a las 6:30 pm. Para información: Ramel Ascencio 281-684-4235. C

F S V M : El coro práctica los lunes a las 7:00 p.m. y cantan en la misa del domingo a las 8:00 a.m. o 2:00 p.m. Para mas información llame a Susan al 281-494-1156 ext 291

18, 2016

R G : El rosario se reza el día 12 de cada mes en la capilla de la iglesia a las 7:00 p.m. Para información llame a Janie Leos al 281-240-7938. P F N : Es segura, saludable y efectiva al igual para concebir, o posponer embarazos y es conforme a lo que la Iglesia Católica ensena sobre la belleza del ser humano y su capacidad para cooperar con Dios y dar vida. Para mas información llame a Irma Roman al 832-287-7333. A A : La Gracia de Dios nunca se acaba. Esto es únicamente con el fin de ayudar a todos aquellos que tengan problemas con el alcohol. Para mas información llame al Sr. Oscar Santaella al 832-359-4543 O V : Taller de Oración y Vida se reúne en el Salón: B9 cada Lunes por 15 semanas. Para más información con: Andrea Cortez Tel. 281-451-7848 o e-mail: [email protected]

ATENCION Entrenamiento Para Ministros de Eucaristía y Lectores

E B : El Grupo se reúne los domingos después de Misa de 8:00 a.m. (los meses de Agosto a Mayo). Para mas información llame a el Sr. Larry Ponce de León, 281-250-9651

Domingo 15 de Enero del 2017

D S C : El primer viernes de mes en la capilla de la iglesia a las de 6:00 p.m. Información: Loreto Casillas 832-525-3710 o Maricela Ponce 832896-8289.

Se recomienda para todos interesados Nuevos (es obligatorio) y Veteranos

F

M ,M A : Quieres amar a Jesús de todo Corazón? Imita a María. El grupo se reúne los Martes en el Salón B-5 de 7:00-8:00 p.m. Para mas información llamar a Elsa Galindo al 713-534-7395. I V P : Desea llevarse la imagen de la Virgen Peregrina a casa una semana? Regístrese después de misa o llame a Elvira Morales al 281-6820626. L L M : El grupo se reúne los Lunes a las 6:30 p.m. Para información con Estella Rodríguez al 832-396-6071 o Jaime Abreu 832-418-2287. M V : Desea llevar el Crucifijo y Libro de Oraciones a su casa y rezar por vocaciones sacerdotales y religiosas. Para mas información llame a el Sr. Sam Magana al 281-499-2682 o la Sra. Maria Elena Rico 281-277-5776.

4

Horario: 6:30 - 7:30 Entrenamiento para Lectores 7:30 – 8:30 Entrenamiento para Ministros de Eucaristía 8:30 – 9:00 Entrenamiento de Sacristán Llamen a la oficina de la Iglesia (281 494-1156) para registrar su nombre y mencionen que es su interés.

S .T

C

C

D

Papa Francisco: En la Navidad, Cristo viene a proponernos cada año vida, amor y paz para toda la humanidad

RITO DE INICIACION CRISTIANA PARA ADULTOS (RICA) ¿E

2016-12-09 Radio Vaticana El Pesebre nos recuerda al Niño Dios que nace pobre y humilde y la trágica realidad de los migrantes. El árbol de Navidad nos invita a respetar la naturaleza

D ?

¡V C

18, 2016

I

El Papa Francisco agradeció con gran alegría a los donadores del árbol de Navidad y del Pesebre que adornan la Plaza de San Pedro durante el Adviento y la festividad del Nacimiento de Jesús de 2016, brindando a los peregrinos de todo el mundo el mensaje navideño de esperanza, amor, ternura y misericordia del Niño Dios manso y humilde:

!

Si tienes 17 años de edad o más y no has sido bautizado, o has sido bautizado en otra comunidad de fe, o bautizado Católico pero que nunca has recibido la Primera Comunión, entonces RICA es para ti! La próxima reunión de Iniciación será el Miércoles 4 de Enero del 2017 de 7:00 pm a 9:00 pm en el salón B6. Estos encuentros informales están estructurados para responder a tus preguntas acerca de la Iglesia católica.

Póngase en contacto con: Elsa Galindo al 713-534-7395 (durante el día) Alejandro González al 832-519-3847 (después de las 4:00 pm.) Si usted, su hijo o alguien a quien usted conoce, tiene entre 7 y 16 años de edad, no haya sido bautizado o ha sido bautizado en otra comunidad de fe, tenemos el proceso de RICA propio para cada grupo de diferentes edades. Las sesiones de Iniciación son todos los miércoles a las 6:30 pm. Por favor haga una cita en la oficina al teléfono 281-4941156 para Registrar su Familia y los Niños antes de atender la primera sesión.

«El Pesebre y el árbol de Navidad forman un mensaje de esperanza y de amor y ayudan a crear el clima navideño favorable para vivir con fe el misterio del Nacimiento del Redentor, venido a la tierra con sencillez y mansedumbre. Dejémonos atraer, con alma de niños, ante el Pesebre, porque allí se comprende la bondad de Dios y se contempla su misericordia, que se hizo carne humana para enternecer nuestras miradas». La audiencia tuvo lugar pocas horas antes de la inauguración del Pesebre y del árbol y el Santo Padre, en sus palabras de gratitud, se dirigió a las delegaciones de los Obispos y del Gobierno de Malta que donaron e instalaron el Pesebre; así como a las de la Provincia italiana de Trento. En especial, el Papa agradeció a los niños que decoraron el abeto con la ayuda de la Fundación Lene Thun, que anima laboratorios de ‘cerámico-terapia’ en diversos hospitales: «Las esferas de colores que ustedes han creado representan los valores de la vida, del amor y de la paz que la Natividad de Cristo viene a proponernos cada año». En su agradecimiento al artista maltés Manwel Grech, creador del Nacimiento que «evoca también la triste y trágica realidad» de los migrantes en las barcazas, viajando hacia Italia, que nos recuerdan cómo nació Jesús y su mensaje de acogida y solidaridad, en especial para los más necesitados, el Papa invitó a hacerle lugar al Dios recién nacido en nuestra vida y en la sociedad: «En la experiencia dolorosa de estos hermanos y hermanas, vemos la del Niño Jesús, que al nacer no encontró un lugar que lo acogiera y fue alumbrado en la Gruta de Belén. Luego, fue llevado a Egipto para huir de la amenaza de Herodes. Cuantos visitarán este Pesebre estarán invitados a redescubrir su valor simbólico, que es un mensaje de fraternidad, del compartir, de acogida y de solidaridad. También los Pesebres instalados en las iglesias, en las casas y en tantos lugares públicos son una invitación a hacerle lugar en nuestra vida y en la sociedad a Dios, escondido en el rostro de tantas personas que están en condiciones de dificultad, de pobreza y de tribulación». Recordando que el abeto navideño colocado cerca del Pesebre en la Plaza de San Pedro proviene de lugares encantadores, el Obispo de Roma reiteró su exhortación a la tutela de la creación: «La belleza de esos panoramas es una invitación a contemplar al Creador y a respetar la naturaleza, obra de sus manos. Todos estamos llamados a acercarnos a la creación con estupor contemplativo». Mas anuncios en español en pagina 6….

5

S .T

C

C

D

SAINT THERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL THE GRIFFIN NEWS

18, 2016

W S .T

?

Fr. Stephen B. Reynolds St. Elizabeth Ann Seton 6646 Addicks Satsuma Rd Houston, TX 77084-1599 Fr. Carlos De La Torre St. Alphonsus 9217 E. Avenue L Houston, TX 77012-2727

S

S

5K

Save the date, St. Theresa Catholic School and Parish members! The 5K Steps for Students is an annual event hosted by the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston where schools within our diocese can come together to raise awareness and support for Catholic education. For more information, you can visit http://steps4students.org/about/ .

Fr. Christopher Nguyen St. Matthias the Apostle Church 302 Magnolia Blvd Magnolia, TX 77355-8535

Fr. Roy J. Oggero C/O St. Dominic Village Tower Building Room 506 2401 Holcombe Blvd. Houston, TX 77021-2023 Fr. Miguel Alvizures St. Lawrence Roman Catholic Church 120 N. Gatewood Lawrenceburg, KY 40342

6

S .T

C

C

D

7

18, 2016

S .T

F

C

C

D

18, 2016

F E

During the CCE school year (Sept.-May) classes are offered at the following times: Preschool CCE is in rooms B3 – B5 during the Sunday 10:00 a.m. Mass. Kindergarten CCE is available on Sundays at 10:00 a.m. or Mondays at 4:15 p.m. Elementary CCE is on Mondays and Tuesdays at 4:15 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. Children are asked to go directly to the classrooms. Sacrament Sunday is for all children in formation to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion. Any questions to Paul Stoessel, Director of Elementary CCE at [email protected] or at 281830-3804.

ratory th O O N e 28 i ll b There w st and December day. H ol i er 21 Decemb hristmas Break amily a due to C you and your f and a We wish rry Christmas very Me sed New Year! B le s

Catholic 101 is for all parents of first-year CCE children who are preparing for Sacrament of Reconciliation and First Communion. This is for parents only. Children are invited to attend CCE during this time.

M

Is God calling you to something more? Come explore the Catholic Church!

S

Questions or comments, please contact Roland Millare, the director of Middle School CCE, at [email protected] Middle School Faith Formation meets on Mondays & Tuesdays (Sept.-May) at 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. in the Education Building/ School

H

R.C.I.A. NEWS

S

Contact our Director of Youth Ministry and H.S. Faith Formation, Joseph Mastrangelo at [email protected] with any questions or if you’d like to get involved!

If you are seventeen years of age or older and are: unbaptized, baptized in another faith community, or a baptized Catholic who has never received your First Holy Communion, then the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is for you! The next Inquiry Gathering will be Wednesday, January 4, 2017 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center. You may begin the process at any time during the year. Free babysitting is available upon request. Bring your spouse or friend, if you’d like. These informal gatherings are structured to answer your questions about the Catholic Church. The RCIA team is ready to walk your journey of faith with you. Contact Lynda Knoche at 281-450-1400 or by e-mail: [email protected]. If you, your child or someone you know is between the ages of seven and sixteen, not baptized or baptized in another faith community, we have an RCIA process suited to your age group. Inquiry sessions are every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Please schedule an appointment with Paul Stoessel via phone (281-494-1156) or e-mail ([email protected]) prior to attending your first session.

8

S .T

C

C

C

D

18, 2016

E M

S

P

E

Monday, December 19, 2016 Advent Weekday 6:45 a.m.  Charles W. Bubela  8:30 a.m.  Fr. Joseph & Sister Rosemary

Monday, December 19

Tuesday, December 20 Advent Weekday 6:45 a.m.  John Pyatt Jr. 8:30 a.m.  Bryant Parker

Tuesday, December 20

Wednesday, December 21 Advent Weekday 6:45 a.m.  Mario Martinez 8:30 a.m.  Deacon Don Senger 7:00 p.m.  Jesus Hernandez & Olga Lidia Cienfuegos

Wednesday, December 21

Thursday, December 22 Advent Weekday 6:45 a.m.  Francisco Yu 8:30 a.m.  John Donart Friday, December 23 Advent Weekday 6:45 a.m.  Abraham & Anna Pariyarath 8:30 a.m.  Chuong Ly Saturday, December 24 Advent Weekday 8:30 a.m.  Jan Karwowski 5:00 p.m.  Deacon Don Senger 5:00 p.m.  Roman Skorupsky 7:00 a.m.  Darrell & Judy Pavlicek 9:00 p.m.  Martin & Pedro Garcia Sunday, December 25 Nativity of the Lord 12:00 a.m.  Intention of Celebrant 7:00 a.m.  Elaine May & Jack Smith 8:00 a.m.  Marina Wong 10:00 a.m.  Parish Family 10:00 a.m.  Abel Velasco 12:00 p.m.  CDA 2:00 p.m.  Mary Camacho 5:00 p.m.  Jonnhy Heitman

1:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:15 p.m.

7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.

Secular Franciscan Fraternity, B6 Talleres de Oracion y Vida, B9 Ensayo Coro Fraternidad

S

December 11, 2016 Online Giving Total

Talleres de Oracion y Vida, Gro. 2, B9

Sugar Canes, CC String Orchestra Rehearsal Divine Mercy Group, FLC - B Adult Choir Rehearsal

Thursday, December 22

9:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.

$ 26,853 $ 4,298 $ 31,151

Holy Trinity Prayer, B1/7 Natural Family Planning, FLC-B

D 11:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m.

O

Rosary Group, B6 Flos Cantum (Children’s choir) Carmelites Meeting Encuentro Matrimonial, B6

S

F

2016

Totals as of December 11, 2016 Goal Pledged Payments Payments Due

$ $ $ $

205,000 192,110 187,489 17,510

466 Participants

Friday, December 23

6:30 p.m.

Catecismo y Biblia, B1/7

Saturday, December 24 9:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m.

Learn English Ministry Legion of Mary, CCE Rosary Group, B6

Sunday, December 25

9:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m.

Bible Class, CC Jubilate Deo Rehearsal Rosary Group, Emmaus Chapel

ONLINE GIVING The parish website has instructions on how to register for convenient on-line giving. You will have full control of your contribution account and scheduling. This option can be a great way to support your church consistently and bolster your commitment to charity. If you would like to begin online giving, visit the link on our website or call Diane Senger: 281-494-1156.

www.SugarLandCatholic.com

One may request Mass intentions by visiting the parish office during regular business hours. Mass intentions are available two (2) months in advance only.

9

S .T

C

C

D

g{tÇ~ lÉâ

S

Thank you for your generous donations of gifts to the Sharing Sunday Christmas gift program for the children of clients at the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. The program this year 2016 helped 76 families with 274 children. We are grateful for the love and generosity you have shown. “Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.” Matthew 25:40 Sincerely, Staff of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul at St. Theresa Catholic Church

C

18, 2016

S

T

The Sugar Canes’ regular monthly meeting is this Wednesday, December 21, 2016. We meet at our Parish Community Center at 11:30 am. We welcome and invite all guests and newcomers, age 50 +, to attend our monthly meetings the third Wednesday each month - same place, same time. Instead of our usual brown bag lunch, we will enjoy a catered Christmas meal. Cost is $10.00 per person. Coffee, Ice Tea, Water and Desserts are provided. After lunch we will have a brief business meeting followed by Bingo. God Bless! For more information, call 281-491-4027.

Thanksgiving After Mass

Gracias por sus generosas donaciones de regalos al programa de regalo de Navidad del Domingo de Compartir para los niños de clientes de San Vicente de Paul. El programa este año 2016 ayudo a 76 familias con 274 niños. Estamos agradecidos por el amor y la generosidad que han mostrado. "Amén, os digo que todo lo que hicisteis por uno de mis hermanos menores, lo hicisteis por mí." Mateo 25:40 Sinceramente, Personal de la Sociedad de San Vicente de Paúl En la Iglesia Católica Santa Teresa

I thank you, holy Lord, almighty Father, eternal God, who deigned to feast me, sinful and unworthy servant, with the precious body and blood of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, not for any merit of mine, but only because of your merciful goodness. And I pray that this Holy Communion, far from condemning me to punishment, may bring about my pardon and salvation, encompassing me with the armor of faith and the shield of a good will. By it let my vices be done away, all lustful desires extinguished. May it advance me in charity, patience, humility, obedience, and every other virtue. Let it be strong defense against the wiles of all my enemies, visible and invisible, allaying for me every disturbance of flesh and spirit, binding me firmly to you, the one true God, and bringing my last hour to a happy close. I pray, too, that it may be your pleasure to call my sinful self one day to that banquet, wonderful past all telling, where you, with your Son and the Holy Spirit, feast your saints with the vision of yourself, who are true light, the fulfillment of all desires, the joy that knows no ending, gladness unalloyed, and perfect bliss: through the same Christ our Lord. Amen. Saint Thomas Aquinas

10

S .T

C

C

D

11

18, 2016

S .T

C

C

D

18, 2016

A P R : We kindly request that all families of our parish be registered before registering for CCE or sacramental preparation classes. Registration and change forms are available in the vestibule of the church and in the parish office. To update your parish information, please call the parish office from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday. B P I : Parents are asked to register their child for Baptism, to bring a copy of the child’s birth certificate to the parish office, and to attend a pre-Baptism class. Godparents are encouraged to attend class. Godparents must be at least sixteen years of age, practicing Catholics, Confirmed, and if married, married through the Church.

W

R

Classes are offered the first Friday of every other month, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center. Parents are kindly asked not to bring their children to the class. Certificates of attendance for the baptism preparation are provided at the end of the class for those who are not baptizing at St. Theresa Church. Please call the office to register for the class at 281-494 -1156, Ext. 228. The next class will be on Friday, February 3, 2017.

December 19, 2016 through December 25, 2016 Monday: Jgs 13:2-7, 24-25a; Lk 1:5-25 Tuesday: Is 7:10-14; Lk 1:26-38 Wednesday: Sg 2:8-14 or Zep 3:14-18a; Lk 1:39-45 Thursday: 1 Sm 1:24-28; 1 Sm 2:1, 4-8abcd; Lk 1:46-56 Friday: Mal 3:1-4, 2334; Lk 1:57-66 Saturday: 2 Sm 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16; Lk 1:67-79 Sunday: Vigil: Is 62:1-5; Ps 89; Acts 13:16-17, 2225; Mt 1:1-25 [18-25] Day: Is 57:7-10; Ps 98; Heb 1:1-6; Jn 1:118 [1-5, 9-14]

M P : Those who wish to be married at St. Theresa Church are asked to attend a marriage preparation seminar. The seminar is held every other month on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. Please pre-register by calling 281-494-1156. The next seminar will be Tuesday, February 14, 2017.

Fourth Sunday of Advent: Is 7:10-14; Ps 24; Rom 1:1-7;

Mt 1:18-24

L

S

19 de Diciembre del 2016 al 25 de Diciembre del 2016 Lunes: Jue 13:2-7, 24-25a; Lc 1:5-25 Martes: Is 7:10-14; Lc 1:26-38 Miércoles: Cant 2:8-14 o Sof 3:14-18a; Lc 1:39-45 Jueves: 1 Sm 1:24-28; 1 Sm 2:1, 4-8abcd; Lc 1:46-56 Viernes: Mal 3:1-4, 23-34; Lc 1:57-66 Sábado: 2 Sm 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16; Lc 1:67-79 Domingo: Vigilia: Is 62:1-5; Sal 89 (88); Hch 13:1617, 22-25; Mt 1:1-25 [18-25] Día: Is 52:7-10; Sal 98 (97); Jn 1:1-8 [1-5, 9-14] Cuarto Domingo de Adviento: Is 7:10-14; Sal 24 (23); Rom 1:1-7; Mt 1:18-24

12

S .T

C

C

D

G S M : The hopelessness and sadness that comes from experiencing the loss of a loved one can leave us frozen in place, just trying to cope with everyday life. Support groups are an important tool for finding hope and coping tools on this journey. We are a group of compassionate lay people who also have experienced the death of someone we dearly loved. Join us to listen and share, because no one should grieve alone! For more information please contact Sandy Barber at 281-633-9090 or [email protected].

B

A : Submissions to the bulletin are due on the Friday (10 days) before the Sunday of publication. Send bulletin notices to Michelle Rivas at [email protected] or FAX: 281-242-1393.

E-B : Visit our parish website and click on the link to sign up for our bi-monthly e-blast. Every two weeks, an e-mail will be sent directly to your computer or smart phone with updated information about parish schedules, events, and more. Sign up today! G

P

Perpetual Adoration Ministry: The perpetual adoration

: Gabriel Project is seeking monetary or

ministry is a Eucharistic devotion where people commit to taking an hour to praise and worship Jesus before the Most Blessed Sacrament. The hour you sign up for is spent in silent prayer and meditation. You may bring your own prayer books, use the books in the chapel, read the Bible, pray the rosary, or just sit and enjoy the peace that comes from simply being in the Presence of God. Adoration is in the Emmaus Chapel, it is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. For more information please contact Rebecca Freeman (281) 844-4616.

material donations for our pregnant women. Please contact Pina @ 281-650-1225/ [email protected]

M E : Are you looking for a new way to let your spouse know you love them in the midst of your jobs, carpooling the kids, and trying to keep up with your house, pool, and yard? Tell him or her they're still #1 in your life... share a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend with each other. Contact Brian & Tina Little at 281-773-4014 or on-line at www.houstonme.org.

C U : Our vision is to be a service ministry organization, effectively using our gifts and talents to serve the needs within and outside our community. Our mission is to actively encourage involvement in church activities by members of our Spanish-speaking community, to take the lead in celebrating religious feasts, to be available and lend a helping hand to both the church and fellow parishioners, and to promote higher education by granting scholarships to graduating high school seniors who are registered parishioners. For more information please contact George Morales, Jr. at 281-5655469.

M P -L R : The first Sunday of each month we pray the Rosary to end abortion. Sunday, January 1, 2017 we will pray the Rosary at 6:30 a.m. inside the Church and after the 10:00 a.m. Mass in front of the Right to Life Monument. N

: The nursery will be closed Sunday, December 25th and Sunday January 1st. We wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year. For more information contact Andrea Ramsey at 281-725-0127.

P

R

Lay Carmelites Ministry: The Lay Carmelites are an order, not an organization. They are one of the oldest religious orders that follow the contemplative life. They live their daily lives in a secular society, evangelizing, serving, and following the examples of the many Carmelite Saints. For more information please contact Tonie Arizpe at 832-715-6281.

: If you are grieving from a past abortion,

contact a member of our Pro-Life team (see page 15) or our diocesan Project Rachel ministry coordinator, Julie Fritsch, for

S .T

’ M ’P : Mothers and children welcome! We meet at 10:00 a.m. on the second Wednesday of the month at a fun location determined a few days prior. Contact: Kim Phalen at 832-535-0715 for more information.

L

E

I

S

G

2017 A

:

The group meets the 3rd Thursday, each month, 7:30-9:00 p.m., monthly meeting rotation: Couples Dinner, Ladies Dinner, and Couples Discussion. Loving Embrace is a Catholic educational support group for couples who have endured or are presently enduring the pain and suffering of infertility. The group provides support for coping with infertility and explores resources, methods, and options that are morally faithful to the teachings of the Catholic Church. For rotation information contact Shannon Lassen at 832-978-6716 or [email protected].

M

B

18, 2016

B

There is a need for chairpersons to represent our 2017 bazaar, which will take place in May of 2017. Please consider joining the bazaar committee in this enjoyable community event.

B

For more information, please contact the parish office: 281-494-1156.

Please contact Cheryl Pospisil ([email protected]) with any updates to the Military bulletin board in the narthex. This includes adding new pictures or updating the information currently on the board. Photos (with accompanying descriptions) can also be dropped off at the church office.

13

S .T

P

C

C

D

18, 2016

R

P

P

S

F

D

Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen. May their souls, and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

Omnipotent and eternal God, the everlasting Salvation of those who believe, hear us on behalf of Thy sick servant, N., for whom we beg the aid of Thy loving mercy, that, with his bodily health restored, he may give thanks to Thee in Thy church. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

We remember with gratitude, and pray for God’s mercy upon: Fr. Roy Oggero Margarita Iglesias Dr. Albert Romano Cathy See Carlos Trejos Bill Murray Virginia Siwa Gloria Ortiz Maria Ewah Maria Pimentel Martha Kocich Ilse Viteri Adela Cuate Adalberta M. De Tristan Bernice Guess JoAnn Duncan Linda Patin Rufus Segura Joseph Stovall Robert Byrd Ann Neslony Priscilla Ruiz Julian Villarreal Anola Lee Cynthia Cantu Theresa Ebarb John Hallberg Terri Giaimis Pamela Montferrand Carol Ann Barley Larry Klaus Janie Segura Karen Cromer Sara Aguirre Alfaro Martin (Marty) Stieb Myriam Chavez Evelyn Bartos John Arroyo Enrique Barajas Peter Bohmer Matt Pici Jose Reymond Jaimes Marilyn Nelson Elmo Ordeneaux Jeannine Scates Mydra Pitre Gwen Salisbury Frances Scott Mary Camacho Martha Gonzalez Lillie Beserra Mami Lopez Matthew Cortes

Darlene Marshall Danny Terral Patricia Shannon Daniele Smith June & Wilma Narvacan Richard Harnois Bolivia Schlabech Amalia Ponce DeLeon Margarita M. de Padilla Mary Bates Dolores Heitman Kevin Cisneros Sal Salinas Rina Antonia Rivas Jorge Medina JoAnne Henry Juanita I Muniz Balvino Renoj Charlie McDonald Chris Cromer Jewel Truong Paula Johnson Bob Sullivent Bob Roberts Mary Cook Servando Alfaro Lawrance Santiago Doris Gijon Alberto Portillo Robert Andrews Lillian Campbell Melquiades Martinez Ana Daisy Valencia Joyce Franklin Bill Crosby Cathy Mewis Josefina Rivera Brittany Dodson Sandra Aguilar Jeannine Pencak Teresinha B. Bitdinger Rita Nauck Hertha Meyer Alice Hicks

Deacon Frank Cromer, Deacon Don Senger, Jill Cutway, Anita Rodriguez, Rafael Gijon, Morris Lee Voelkel, Betty Goehring, Curtis Osborne, Richard Beserra, Mildred Matocha, Joseph Tri Nguyen, Cynthia Ribaul, Martin Riggs, Thomas Joseph, Harold Welsh, Dorothy Raska, Arthur Hauptman, Manuel Arce, Evelyn Stock, John Donart, Annabelle May Cabazas, Bassey I. Bassey, Maria Lucio, Mildred Hedt, Robert Griesser, Octavia Mason, Caritina Huerramo, Carolyn Michalek Norwood, Regina Vogt, Ruben Martinez, Sr., Janet Maun, Hailey Maun, Anita Morales, Christopher Jackson, Kathleen Melancon, Will DeVaney, Pascual Rueda, Martin Leos, Phat Joseph Nguyen

From a sudden and unprovided death, deliver us, O Lord. -Indulgence. 300 days

14

S .T

C

C

D

F

S

18, 2016

A

Pour Forth, we beseech you, O Lord, your grace into our hearts, that we, to whom the Incarnation of Christ your Son was made known by the message of an Angel, may by his Passion and Cross be brought to the glory of his Resurrection.

Who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

“The virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and they shall name him Emmanuel” (Matthew 1:23). St. Theresa Catholic Church 705 St. Theresa Boulevard Sugar Land, Texas 77498 1 - St. Theresa School 2 - Community Center

9 - CCE Conference Room 10 - Parish Office

3 - Emmaus Chapel

11 - Church

4 - Family Life Center/Gym

12 - Temporary Office

5 - Choir Room

13 - Li le Flower Chapel

6 - Youth Lounge

14 - Rooms (B1 - B11)

7 - St. Catherine Room (Rm A)

15 - St. Vincent de Paul

8 - St. Thomas More Room (Rm B) 16 - Knights of Columbus

15