“Living Our Timeless Catholic Faith in a Contemporary World” 22800 Aldine-Westfield Rd., Spring, TX 77373 Office 281-353-5053 * Fax 281-355-8847 Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston www.stjta.org

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ST. JAMES THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH

SPRING, TEXAS

PARISH OFFICE HOURS

PARISH INFORMATION

MONDAY-THURSDAY: 9:00 A.M.-5:00 P.M. FRIDAY: 9:00 A.M.-1:00 P.M.

NEWCOMERS: A warm welcome to you. We hope that you find a home with us here at St. James. If you would like to become a registered member of our parish family, please pick up a registra on form locate on either side of the doors. If you wish, you may stop the parish office or please visit our website at STJTA.org We will be happy to assist you in any way.

SUNDAY MASS SCHEDULE

Saturday Vigil: 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 7:30, 9:00, 11:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. (Misa en español)

INFANT BAPTISM: We are excited about you having your baby bap-

zed here at St. James. For informa on concerning Bap sm, please contact the parish office or please visit our website at STJTA.org

WEEKDAY MASS SCHEDULE Tuesday-Friday 8:00 a.m.

ANOINTING OF THE SICK: The church is here for you in mes of sickness. If you wish to receive the Anoin ng of the Sick, please contact the parish office or see the priest or one of the deacons before or a er mass. He will be glad to assist you.

RECONCILIATION (CONFESSIONS) Wednesday: 6:30-7:15 p.m. Saturday: 3:30-4:30 p.m.

MARRIAGE: Congratula ons on your upcoming marriage. The church wishes to assist you in preparing for this important sacrament. Couples should contact the parish office at least six (6) months prior to the wedding date so that we can adequately prepare you to receive this sacrament or please visit our website at STJTA.org

EXPOSITION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Monday: 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. First Friday of each month: 8:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Second Friday of each month (en Español) 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

CLERGY

RCIA: The church welcomes you as a son or daughter. We hope that

you find a home with us here at St. James. If you are interested in becoming Catholic and learning about our faith, please speak to the priest or one of our deacons. You may also wish to visit our website at STJTA.org It is our pleasure and privilege to assist you on your journey of faith.

MINISTRIES/ORGANIZATIONS:

Rev. Charles J. Samperi, Pastor [email protected]

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Deacon Ray Oden, Administrator [email protected]

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Deacon Alfonso Chicas [email protected]

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Altar Society: (Theresa Avila) ………………………………………[email protected] Boy Scouts Troop #355, Cub Scouts, American Heritage Girls: (Paul Hall) ………………………………………………………[email protected]

Catholic Daughters of the Americas: (Cindy Giacona)………………………………………………………[email protected]

Couples for Christ/FFL: (John Blaser)…………[email protected] El Shaddai DWXI Prayer Group: (Joyce Ramos)……[email protected] (Eric Wilbourn)………………...stjamesff[email protected] Grupo de Oración: (Trini Villafaña)……………[email protected] Knights of Columbus #6557: (Jose Ruvalcaba)…[email protected]

Deacon Paul Pinon [email protected]

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Family Fun Night:

Deacon Rene Ramon [email protected]

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Parish Council: (Pam Schultz)………………………[email protected] Spring mers: (Carolyn Vercher)……………………………[email protected]

Deacon Art Zepeda, Retired [email protected]

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Brian O’Neill Music Ministry Coordinator

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Chela Mescia, Secretary [email protected]

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Cathy Uvalle, Secretary [email protected]

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Maricela & Jonathan Mondragon, Alex Osornio, Terry Dvorak, Florine Gates, Kassi Fre , Chrystal Fejeran, Victoria Hernandez, Irvin Woodard, Jose Guadalupe Banda, Bonnie Cas lle, Marrujo Family, Nicole Mescia, Clo lde Gu rrrez, Alberto Creado, Solomon Alam, Ramona Trevino, Malena Trevino, Gilberto Lopez, Hannah Henry, Geoffrey Wiggins, Laura Lopez, Cecilia Bartkowiak, Abelina Vidaurri, Louis Alva, Gerard Mokry, Susan Vartanian, Gloria Smith, Joseph Gallagher, Julian Garza, Alice Johnson, Owen Johnson, Luis Moreno, Gina Kohlschmidt, Sr. Cecilia Rodriguez SSCJ, Tony Rodriguez, Dale Casper, Frank Hvizdos, Bob Schultz, Raquel Ragan, Keresa Richardson, Ray & Deborah Wehner, Rich & Deanna Spencer, Todd Schultz, Carl Wrobel, Laura Lopez, Andrew Contreras, Jessie Green, Yali Hall.

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PRAY FOR THOSE IN THE MILITARY AND THOSE WE HOLD IN OUR HEARTS If you or a member of your family experiences illness or injury call the parish of ice at 281-353-5053 and we will add that name to the prayer list in the Bulletin. We will pray every day for those on the prayer list.

SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

THE ANGELUS

READINGS AND ACTIVITIES THIS WEEK SUNDAY, JANUARY 15 IS 49:3, 5-6; PS 40:2, 4, 7-10; 1COR 1:1-3; JN 1:29-34 7:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m.

Mass - Int. Jared Galindo Mass - Evelyn Callery + Mass - Ramona Carrillo + Misa - Sam & Gladys Samperi +

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HEB 5:1-10; PS 110:1-4; MK 2:18-22 ***PARISH OFFICE CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF MLK DAY*** ***NO ADORATION***

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TUESDAY, JANUARY 17 Memorial of St. Anthony, Abbot

HEB 6:10-20; PS 111:1-2, 4-5, 9 AND 10C; MK 2:23-28 7:30 a.m. Rosary 8:00 a.m. Mass - Rudy Robles + 8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer 9:00 a.m. Spring mers 7:00 p.m. Taller de Dones y Carismas (Disciple Room) ________________________________________________________

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18 HEB 7:1-3, 15-17; PS 110:1-4; MK 3:1-6

7:30 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 6:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.

Rosary Mass - Evelyn Callery + Morning Prayer Reconcilia on (Confessions) Middle School Youth Night (JP II Room) High School Youth Night (Apostle Room)

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HEB 7:25-8:6; PS 40:7-10, 17; MK 3:7-12 7:30 a.m. Rosary 8:00 a.m. Mass - John Oliver + 8:30 a.m. Morning Prayer 6:00 p.m. First Communion Parent Mee ng (Church) _________________________________________________________

FRIDAY, JANUARY 20

HEB 8:6-13; PS 85:8, 10-14; MK 3:13-19 7:30 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 8:30 a.m.

Rosary Mass - Int. Deacon Ray Oden Morning Prayer

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 21 Memorial of St. Agnes, Virgin & Martyr HEB 9:2-3, 11-14; PS 47:2-3, 6-9; MK 3:20-21

9:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m. 5:00 p.m.

Parent Mee ng (First Reconcilia on/First Eucharist) Reconcilia on (Confessions) Mass - Val Aguilar +

Do you perhaps recognize the picture above? It’s a famous painting about a famous prayer: the Angelus! In this 19th century work by the French painter JeanFrancois Millet, a farming couple prays the Angelus at dusk.This prayer is well suited to the artist’s subject matter: two humble people paying homage to our Lord and His Blessed Mother in the Hail Mary, as well as in Gospel verses recalling His Incarnation as the Word entered the World. Its name comes from its opening words in Latin, “Angelus Domini nuntiavit Mariæ.” V. The Angel of the Lord declared unto Mary. R. And she conceived of the Holy Spirit. Hail Mary, full of grace, The Lord is with Thee; Blessed art thou among women, And blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, Pray for us sinners, Now and at the hour of our death. Amen V. Behold the handmaid of the Lord. R. Be it done unto me according to thy word. Hail Mary, etc. V. And the Word was made Flesh. R. And dwelt among us. Hail Mary, etc. V. Pray for us, O holy Mother of God. R. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ. LET US PRAY Pour forth, we beseech Thee, O Lord, Thy grace into our hearts, that we to whom the Incarnation of Christ Thy Son was made known by the message of an angel, may by His Passion and Cross be brought to the glory of His Resurrection. Through the same Christ Our Lord. Amen.

This wonderful prayer evolved from a recitation of three Hail Mary’s following an evening bell around the 12th century to its present form (with morning and midday recitations) in the 16th century. When prayed in a group setting a leader recites the verses and everyone recites both the responses and the Hail Mary’s in between each verse, as shown above. Although the Angelus has been traditionally said three times daily, at 6 am, noon and 6 pm, you can pray it at anytime! It is still accompanied by the ringing of a bell (the Angelus bell) in some places such as Vatican City and parts of Germany and Ireland. - From ourcatholicprayers.com

ST. JAMES THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH Ready to be Confirmed? Are you a baptized adult who has yet to receive Confirmation?

SPRING, TEXAS

—-STEWARDSHIP Sign up for Online Giving by visiting www.stjta.org OUR GIFTS TO GOD

If so, then join us for an introductory evening: Monday, January 16th at 7:00 pm in the St. James Room

Thank you for your generous stewardship. Week ending January 8, 2017 Regular Collection (249 env) Mailed in contributions: Online Giving: Office Misc: Total:

$ 11,377.55 $ 1,332.00 $ 4,202.62 $ 3,235.74 $ 20,147.91

Attendance: 2159 SCHEDULED SECOND COLLECTIONS: 1st Sunday: Maintenance Fund 5th Sunday: Social Ministry

DSF 2016 ~ “GO FORTH AND BEAR FRUIT THAT WILL LAST…”

Have you signed up at formed.org yet? It’s free. Parish Code: 2JM2D8

Parish Goal for 2016: Amount Paid: Amount Pledged: # of participants: % paid at: Report date:

$ 90,000.00 $ 93,176.33 $ 97,666.33 319 103.53% 01/09/2017

Join St. James the Apostle Catholic Church Forum on Facebook. Visit our web site at: www.stjta.org ATTENTION MEN OF ST JAMES: When was the last time you devoted a full weekend to yourself, your faith, and the Lord? Holy Name Retreat Center invites you to join other men from our parish and community on the weekend of JAN. 20 - 22, 2017 or our men’s weekend retreat. For more information, please contact: BILLY MAYO, 281 814-5397 OR JAVIER GALINDO, 281 787-3902 OR www.passionist.org/holyname for registration information.

SECOND SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME

Faith Formation News For any questions, please contact the Faith Formation Office (281-353-5053 ext. 124) Faith Formation Secretary: Rachel Weatherby - [email protected] CFF (Grades 4-6 & 7-8): Jackie Brown - [email protected] CFF (Grades 1-3 & 9-12): Theresa Avila - [email protected] Adult Faith Formation: James Spurgin – [email protected] Youth Ministry High School: AJ Bituin Youth Ministry Middle School: Eric Co

Youth Ministry News

High School Youth Nights: All students in high school (Grades 9-12) are invited to our youth night this Wednesday at 7pm. Join us for snacks, activities, and fellowship. Feel free to bring a friend! Middle School Youth Nights: All students in middle school (Grades 6-8) are welcome to join for snacks, games, and fun!!! We meet every Wednesday from 7:00pm - 8:30pm in the JPII Room.

FIRST COMMUNION: There will be a meeting for parents of students who will be receiving First Communion in May 2017. The meeting will be held in the Church on Thursday, January 19th at 6:00 pm. —-DIOCESAN NEWS WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER WEEKEND FEBRUARY 17 – 19, 2017 MARCH 24 – 27, 2017 A HEALTHY MARRIAGE blesses couples and everyone around them. Your family deserves your love and happiness! Renew your Passion for each other and God in a romantic setting. Find out more or sign up at: www.houstonme.org or call (713) 482-1791 Circle of Friends Catholic Singles Ministry Circle of Friends Catholic Singles Ministry Circle of Friends is open to all adults who are single, widowed, divorced or separated. People from any Parish and Faith are invited to participate in group activities. Please look at our webpage @ http://staoptw.org Circle of Friends Icon for detail of events and more.

Come to “Enchanting” Santa Fe! Come and experience a five day glorious ascent in Gregorian Chant, learning and singing the eternal song of the Church’s liturgical prayer, 2,000 years of faith in liturgical song of the Mass and psalms. St. Basil’s School of Gregorian Chant of the University of St. Thomas invites you to the 8th Winter Chant Conference, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Dates are February 20 – 24, 2017. Cost includes lodging, meals, and conference tuition. For all info and to register visit our website: www.chantschool.org or call Lowell Davis at 281-855-2358.

ST. JAMES THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC CHURCH

SPRING, TEXAS

—–MINISTERIO HISPANO

EL MEJOR CONTENIDO CATÓLICO. TODO EN UN SOLO LUGAR. Estamos muy contentos de anunciar que nuestra parroquia se ha inscrito a una plataforma en linea llamada: formed.org donde puede obtener Acceso a la verdad las 24 horas de los 7 días de la semana, sobre la belleza y el significado de la fe Católica en cualquier momento, en cualquier sitio… con FORMED. Usalo en tu computadora, tableta, o “smartphone”. Enseñanza Informativa e inspiradora por renombrados oradores como el Dr.Scott Hahn, Dr. Edward Sri, Obispo Robert Barron, Dr.Tim Gray, el padre Michael Gaitley, Teresa Tomeo….y muchos mas. Múltiples programas para hacer frente a las múltiples necesidades, tales como: Formación de Fe para Adultos, Preparación y Enriquecimiento Matrimonial, Estudio de las Escrituras, RCIA, Preparación Sacramental, Pequeños Grupos de discipulado para Adolescentes, y mucho mas! Es facil: Ve a formed.org Usa el código de nuestra parroquia: 2JM2D8 en la página principal para entrar. Crea una cuenta personal con tu nombre de usuario/ correo electrónico y tu contraseña. Empieza a disfrutar del mejor contenido Católico en un solo lugar! Importante: No te inscribas individualmente. El código de acceso de nuestra parroquia ofrece más contenido que una subscripción individual. Si tienes alguna pregunta, favor llame a la oficina de la parroquia al 281-353-5053.

PRIMERA COMUNION ~ El día jueves 19 de enero a las 6:00 pm se llevará a cabo una reunión en la iglesia para padres de niños que van a recibir el Sacramento de la Primera Comunión en Mayo del 2017. Esta reunión es obligatoria, no se la pierda. Regístrese para dar sus donaciones electrónicamente en nuestra página de la parroquia www.stjta.org

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