St. Matthias the Apostle Catholic Church

St. Matthias the Apostle Catholic Church
“Welcoming community, committed to fostering a deeper love of Jesus through faith, family, and service to others.”
Archdiocese of Galveston - Houston
Established 1978
December 6, 2015
Second Sunday in Advent
Prepare the way of the Lord, make straight his paths (Luke 3:4)
Preparen el camino del Señor, hagan rectos sus senderos.
302 South Magnolia Blvd.
Magnolia, Texas 77355-8535
Office: 281-356-2000 Fax: 281-789-4243
Celebration of the Eucharist
Monday - Word & Sacrament Service,
8:00 am
Tuesday - Friday - Mass, 8:00 am
Saturday Mass - 5:00 pm, English
Sunday Masses - English 8:00 & 10:30am
Spanish 1:00 pm
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Mon - Thurs - 8:30 am - 9:30 am
Friday - 8:30 am - noon
www.st-matthias.net
Office Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:00a – 5:00p
Sacraments
Reconciliation: Tues.—Fri. 8:30 - 9:30a
Saturdays 3:30 – 4:30p
Baptisms: Contact the parish office
Matrimony: 6 months in advance
Anointing of the Sick: 8am Mass 1st Fri.
of each month or call the parish office
First Eucharist & Confirmation:
Call the Parish CCE office
Parish Staff
Pastor
Fr. Christopher Nguyen
Deacon
Sidney “Butch” Prewitt
Deacon
Rafael Millet
Parish Manager
Tom Mayhew
Parish DRE
Marlene Grauvogl
Dir. Youth Ministry
Sylvia Perez
Music Director
Peter Ramirez
Bookkeeper
Marita Karger
Parish Secretary
Mary Ann Ford
Assistant Secretary Sandra Medrano
Pastoral Council
pastoralcouncil@st-matthias.net
Marcy Herbeck
Gus Rodriguez
Brenda Hoppe
Jim Scott
Raul Martinez
Kathy White
Jim Yates
Finance Council
Glynn Trahan
713-292-7571
Acolytes
Patrick Hedderman
281-259-2214
Arts & Environment
Deborah Okopinski
832-588-0732
Catholic Daughters
Yolanda Garcia
281-356-3631
Communications/Website
Mary Ann Zanoff
281-259-3763
Friends of St. Francis
Kim Herben
281-259-4773
Goldenrods
Anna Stepanek
281-723-1533
Grupo de Oración
Jobo Aguirre
832-326-5764
Guadalupanos
Mónica Velázquez
832-381-6547
Hospitality
Maria Cuellar
281-252-3661
Knights of Columbus
Steven Bureau
832-517-2404
Legion of Mary
Ignacio Villanueva
832-671-0421
Men's Club
Bobby Holub
281-543-8672
Movimiento Familiar Cristiano
Gerardo & Anabel Garza
832-366-3106
RCIA
Catherine Smith
281-259-8840
Respect Life
Danica R. Vassigh
832-515-8463
St. Vincent de Paul
Steve Dinnell
281-259-7300
Stewardship Committee
Kathleen Oates
281-356-6294
Ushers / Greeters
Tom Mayhew
281-259-5577
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2015
SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT
WORSHIP
CHRISTMAS TREES OF REMEMBRANCE
During our regular Masses on the weekend of December 19/20, all parishioners are welcome to bring a
Christmas ornament in memory of passed loved ones.
Ornaments may be personalized and include the name
of those you want to remember.
After the Prayers of the Faithful at each Mass, parishioners will be invited to hang their ornaments on
Christmas trees that will be next to our Sanctuary.
The ornaments will be left on the trees through the
Christmas season to remember your loved ones who
have passed and symbolize that they are
close to God.
The ornaments will be available for
pick-up from the parish office starting
January 4.
December 7—December 13
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Word & Sacrament Service
Arnold Czimny +
Holy Father
Parishioners of St. Matthias
Katherine Clark +
Manuel Ibarra (liv)
Schindler Family
Max & Carrie McClosky +
Parishioners of St. Matthias
Guadalupanos
John Holub +
Krista Sifferd +
Deceased + Living (liv)
Please contact the parish office to request a Mass Intention.
Also, if you would like to furnish flowers for the altar for a special
occasion or in memory of someone, please contact the parish office.
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Is 35:1-10; Ps 85:9-14; Lk 5:17-26
Gn 3:9-15, 20; Ps 98:1-4; Eph 1:3-6, 11-12;
Lk 1:26-38
Wednesday: Is 40:25-31; Ps 103:1-4, 8, 10; Mt 11:28-30
Thursday:
Is 41:13-20; Ps 145:1, 9-13ab; Mt 11:11-15
Friday:
Is 48:17-19; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Mt 11:16-19
Saturday:
Zec 2:14-17 or Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab;
Jdt 13:18bcde, 19; Lk 1:26-38 or Lk 1:39-47,
or any readings from the Common of the
Blessed Virgin Mary, nos. 707-712
Sunday:
Zep 3:14-18a; Is 12:2-3, 4, 5-6; Phil 4:4-7;
Lk 3:10-18
8:00 am
8:00 am
6:30 pm
8:00 pm
8:00 am
7:45 pm
8:00 am
8:00 am
5:00 pm
7:00 pm
8:00 am
10:30 am
1:00 pm
Holy Day of Obligation
Tuesday, December 8, 2015
Mass Schedule: 8:00 a.m., 6:30 p.m.,
8:00 p.m. (Spanish)
Monday:
Tuesday:
Parish offices closed
.
Adoration of the
Blessed Sacrament is held
Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
and Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
I am here, come visit Me
FEAST OF OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE
Saturday, December 12
Parishioners are invited to join with the Hispanic
community to celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of
Guadalupe.
5:00 a.m. – Mañanitas and Matachines dance in
the Church, followed with breakfast in the parish
hall.
5:00 p.m. – Matachines dance at Our Lady of Guadalupe,
Prayer Garden
6:00 p.m. – Apparitions of Our Lady of Guadalupe
6:40 p.m. – Procession from the Prayer Garden to the Church
7:00 p.m. – Mass, Spanish
After Mass we will continue our celebration with dinner and
Matachines dancing in the parish hall.
PLEASE PRAY FOR THE SICK IN OUR PARISH: Nancy Bell,
Rachel Dimas, Tom McDermott, Vincent Perez, Liam Sheffield, Fred
Andreatta, Luz Sutton, Edwina Kaminski, Cindy Stroberg, Barbara
Schempf, Joan Hardee, Mike Bahm, McKenzie Fluet, Mark Woodard,
Nathan Woodard, Mary Roberts, Barbara Moore, Cindie Leathy, Charles
Weathers, Mary Ann Gay, Dorothy Pavlock, Tom Pierett, Andrea
Corolla Phillips, Jim Jacobs, Mary Cipolla, Hedwig Mosley, Maggie
Mosley, Kimberly Copeland, Buddy Harrison, Mary Sacchieri, Lina &
Roger Dehoyas, Norah Ortega, Marlene Gondek, Frank D. Krider, Jr.,
Greg Stepanek, Dottie Derden, Marie Parson, George & Vivian Nolan,
Carolyn & Bob Foster
Names on the prayer list will be removed after 2
months. If you want a name to continue longer,
please contact the parish office.
If a family member, a neighbor or someone you know from our parish
is homebound and is in need of Holy Communion and/or prayer,
please notify the office so that arrangements can be made for home or
hospital visits. You may also call for assistance in leading rosaries for
your deceased loved ones 's funeral.
WEEKLY COLLECTION
November 22, 2015
Parish Support - $ 15,635.34
Children’s Collection - $ 115.90
Capital Renewal Fund - $ 285.00
Catholic Campaign for Human Development - $ 2,254.84
November 29, 2015
Parish Support - $ 12,360.44
Children’s Collection - $ 154.61
Capital Renewal Fund - $ 300.00
Thanksgiving - $ 533.67
Second collection next weekend - Retirement Fund for Religious
To receive a statement for 2015 showing your contributions to St. Matthias,
please use your Offertory envelopes or write your envelope number/parish ID
number on your check. Envelopes can be requested through the parish office.
Our deep gratitude to parishioners and guests for their
support to the ongoing work of Christ at St. Matthias.
ADVENT PENANCE SERVICES
St. Matthias - Magnolia, Wed., Dec. 9th, 7pm (Bilingual)
Sts. Simon & Jude - The Woodlands, Mon. Dec. 14, 7pm
St Thomas - Huntsville, Tues., Dec. 15th, 6:30pm (Bilingual)
St. Ignatius - Spring, Tues, Dec. 15, 7pm
Sacred Heart - Conroe, Thurs., Dec. 17th, 7pm (Bilingual)
Christmas Eve, Thursday, December 24
3:30 pm Christmas Carols, Church
4:00 pm Children’s Mass & Nativity
Play, Church
4:00 pm English Mass, Parish Hall
6:00 pm Spanish Mass, Church
10:30 pm Christmas Carols, Church
11:00 pm Mass, English, Church
Christmas Day, Friday, December 25
10:30 am
Mass, English
In today's Gospel John the Baptist urges us to
"Prepare the way of the Lord," and this is what
Advent is all about. We are called to help prepare
the way of the Lord by making the real meaning of
Christmas come alive in our own hearts, in our family and to
reach out to those in need.
Monthly needed items: boxed corn bread dressing, sugar,
flour, and canned sweet potatoes
THE TRAVELING CRUCIFIX FOR VOCATIONS
Please be sure and sign-up in the Narthex for your
family's opportunity to share in this St. Matthias
community project. Let's all support an increase in
vocations to religious life through our prayers.
ADVENT RECONCILIATION
Wednesday evening, Dec 9, is our parish Advent Reconciliation Service. Starting at 6pm, Deacon Rafael will present a
video in the church and lead a discussion to help us better
understand the Sacrament of Reconciliation. This is a great
opportunity to prepare to receive the Sacrament. The Reconciliation Service will start at 7pm where there will be a number
of visiting priests available to hear your Confession and help
you to prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus.
HOLY FATHER’S PRAYER
INTENTIONS FOR DECEMBER
“That the birth of the Redeemer may bring
peace and hope to all people of good will”.
His intention for evangelization is:
“That parents may be true evangelizers, passing on to their
children the precious gift of faith”.
PASTORAL COUNCIL POSITIONS AVAILABLE
Two positions opening up on the Pastoral Council for 3 year
terms beginning in January 2016. The Pastoral Council assists Fr.
Chris in decisions impacting our parish. Members represent all
parishioners and serve as their voice in council discussions. Members are registered parishioners, at least 18 years old, and practicing
Catholics in good standing with the Church.
If you are interested in discerning to become a member of the
Pastoral Council, or to nominate someone else, please fill out a
Nominee Form available in the Narthex or at the parish office.
Completed forms may be deposited in the “Pastoral Council Nominations“ drop box in the Narthex, or turned in at the Parish Office.
DEADLINE to submit nominations is Friday, December 18, 2015.
If you have questions, please send a note and your phone number
to pastoralcouncil@st-matthias.net and a council member will call.
All parishioners are welcome to attend Discernment Day on
Saturday, January 16, 2016 from 9:00am to about 11:00am.
PARK SAFELY
When our parking lots are crowded, it can be tempting to park in places that are not marked as parking
spots. This creates safety risks where an accident can
occur or someone could get hurt (especially children). To help keep others safe, please always park in a marked
spot. When all spots are taken, orderly parking on the grass
around the back lots is an alternative.
Please DO NOT park on either side of the driveway from
the St. Vincent dePaul building to the exit at FM 1774. When
cars park on both sides of this drive, it allows for only 1 lane of
traffic. In addition, someone could to step out between parked
cars into oncoming traffic. Cars parked near the FM1774
exit block the exit lanes and exiting drivers cannot see oncoming traffic clearly.
Also, please do not enter off of FM1774 using the exit drive.
Thanks for your understanding and help in keeping everyone safe in our lots.
WORD OF LIFE
“Regardless of our circumstances and whether people
acknowledge it, nothing and no one can take away
our God-given dignity.”
—USCCB 2015-16 Respect Life Program “Maggie’s
Story: Living like Dad”www.goo.gl/JKnvWc
ALTAR SERVERS
The last date for Altar Server training is December 19, 10am.
The training session is primarily optional, BUT… all
servers are required to attend at least one session. If
you have already attended a session, servers are welcome to attend extra sessions if they feel they could
benefit from some extra practice. For more information contact Pat Hedderman, 281-259-2214.
To Father Chris and our St. Matthias
Parish family,
Thank you so much for all your prayers
and support during this difficult time of the
passing of our mother, Irene Alaniz. We
were truly touched by the outpouring of love and kindness.
We are truly blessed to be a part of this parish community.
MEETINGS, ETC.
Sun., Dec. 6
8:00 am Word & Sacrament Service
8:30 am Adoration
6:30 pm Boy Scouts, St Francis Xavier Rm (5), St Catherine Laboure Rm (7), St Philip Neri Rm (11)
6:30 pm RCIA Inquiry, St Kpse,aroa Escrove Rm (2)
7:00 pm Spanish Prayer Group, Parish Hall, St Therese of
Lisieux Rm (8)
7:00 pm English Class, St Mary Rm (13/14)
7:00 pm Guadalupano’s Novena, Church
Tues., Dec. 8
Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin
Mary—Holy day of obligation
Parish offices closed
Mass, English
Adoration & Confessions
Guadalupano’s Novena, Church
Mass, English
Mass, Spanish
Mass
Adoration & Confessions
TEEN Meal, Parish Hall
Guadalupano’s Novena, Church
TEEN
Advent Penance Service, Church
Mass
Adoration & Confessions
Guadalupano’s Novena, Church
Gaudalupano’s Dinner, Parish Hall
English Class, St Mary Rm (13/14)
Matachines Practice, Church
Mass
Adoration & Confession
Hispanic Prayer Group, Parish hall, St Thomas
Aquinas Rm (10)
Guadalupanos Novena, Church
Family Movement Meeting, St Josemaria Escriva
Rm (2)
Matachines Practice, Pavilion
Wed., Dec. 9
Thurs., Dec. 10
Fri., Dec. 11
LAY MINISTERS - December 12/13
5:00 p.m.
Mass Coordinator: P. Berger
Acolytes:
B. Carey, A. Carey, S. Carey
Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon/Inst. Acolyte, P. Yost, B. Jackson, L. Derden,
T. Berger, P. Berger, P. Souriall
Lectors: G. Mock, P. Souriall
Ushers:
J. Jackson, Volunteer
Greeters: P. Ratcliff, D. Ratcliff
Rosary: C. Molander
8:00 a.m.
Mass Coordinator: J. Okopinski
Acolytes: M. Nguyen, J. Kreitz, P. Hoffart
Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon/Inst. Acolyte, D. Hoffart, L. Roesner,
W. Roesner, R. Jauma, E. Jauma, M. Hoffart,
A. Meyers, M. Sullivan
Lectors: C. Smith, J. Okopinski
Ushers: D. Rowley, R. Arce, J. Daskalos, G. Glowski
Greeters: J. Daskalos, R. Arce
Rosary: K. Engbarth
10:30 a.m.
Mass Coordinator: R. Tamborello
Acolytes: O. Daskalos, K. Nigliazzo, Volunteer
Eucharistic Ministers: Deacon/ Inst. Acolyte, J. Berube, S. Tamborello,
R. Tamborello, J. Gann, L. Denison, C. Dennington,
G.Nolan, W. Brasfield
Lectors: J. Shaffer, L. Honeycutt
Ushers: C. Stroberg, T. Mayhew, E. Magmore, P. Havlin
Greeters: S. Leonard, C. St. Louis
Rosary: J. Shaffer
KCs taking orders for BBQ briskets
Crafters for Christ Fundraiser
Mass, English
RCIA, St Mary Rm (13/14)
Elementary CCE
Mass, English
Reflection on the Liturgy, St Mary Rm (13/14)
Mary Apparitions Rehearsal, Pavilion
Elementary CCE
Guadalupanos Novena, Church
Mass, Spanish
English Class, St Jerome Rm (17)
Youth/Family Mass, followed by
Confirmation Classes, Parish Hall, St Mary Rm
(13/14), St Philip Neri Rm (11)
Mon., Dec. 7
James & Annie McHugh
2016 Bazaar News
Hard to believe but the 2016 bazaar is just 5
months away. Please block Sunday, May 1, on
your calendars so you won't miss this fun parish event. The
bazaar committee has started work to plan this year's event and
still has some positions where help is needed. Please contact
the parish office for more information.
While you are out shopping for Christmas, please remember to
pick up something to donate to the auction. Ideas include:
- Texans, Rockets, Astros (and maybe even Cowboys) items
- Baskets of local college items
- Electronics, Toys, Movies, Yard equipment, bikes, etc.
The donated items can be delivered to the parish office. If you
drop your item(s) off before the end of the year, we'll send you
a donation letter for use on your taxes this year. If you have any
questions, call Debbie Stachowiak at 281-356-3615.
All Masses
All Masses
8:00 am
8:00 am
9:05 am
10:30 am
11:30 am
11:30 am
11:35 am
12:00 pm
1:00 pm
2:15 pm
2:30 pm
8:00 am
8:30 am
6:00 pm
6:30 pm
8:00 pm
8:00 am
8:30 am
6:00 pm
6:00 pm
6:30 pm
7:00 pm
8:00 am
8:30 am
6:00 pm
7:00 pm
7:00 pm
8:00 pm
8:00 am
8:30 am
7:00 pm
7:00 pm
7:00 pm
7:00 pm
Sat., Dec. 12
5:00 am
5:30 am
3:30 pm
5:00 pm
7:00 pm
8:30 pm
Sun., Dec. 13
8:00 am
8:00 am
9:05 am
10:30 am
11:30 am
11:30 am
11:35 am
1:00 pm
2:15 pm
Feast of the Virgin of Guadalupe
Mañanitas, Church
Breakfast, Parish Hall
Confessions
Mass, English
Guadalupe Mass, Spanish
Dinner, Parish Hall
Pick up BBQ briskets
Mass, English
RCIA, St Mary Rm (13/14)
Elementary CCE
Mass, English
Reflection on the Liturgy, St Mary Rm (13/14)
Mary Apparitions Rehearsal, Pavilion
Elementary CCE
Mass, Spanish
English Class, St Mary Rm (13/14)
FORMATION
OFFICE OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
OFFICE OF YOUTH MINISTRY
Marlene Grauvogl at 281-356-2000 x 14
E-mail: mgrauvogl@st-matthias.net
Sylvia Perez at 281- 356-2000 x 12
E-mail: sperez@st-matthias.net
FAITH FORMATION TIMES
Elementary Faith Formation meet on Sundays…
Session 1 – 9:05 – 10:20 a.m.
Session 2 – 11:35-12:50 p.m.
Wednesday T.E.E.N. 6:30 p.m.-8:45 p.m.
REMINDERS FOR WEDNESDAY
Food and fellowship. This is an important
and necessary time of the night. The students have time to break bread together and
socialize.
6:30-7:05 – PROCLAIM – This is the main teaching of
the night. It is important that they are present
for that.
7:10-7:35 – Small group discussion – opportunity for
discussions with teens.
7:45–8:45 – Mass – Parents are encouraged to join their
students for Mass. CCE is NOT over until
8:45. If there is a problem with your student
staying for Mass, please call the RE office.
ATTENDANCE - The students can pick their nametags up in
the hallway outside the parish hall. At 6:30
the nametags and sign in sheets will be picked
up and they can check in at the parish hall
doorway with the adult standing there.
6-6:30 -
LOOKING FOR CHILDREN
Would your child like to be part of the
annual Nativity play? There are still a few
parts to be assigned on a first come, first
serve basis. The rehearsal date and time will
be announced at a later date. You will need
to come to rehearsal in order to participate in the Nativity Play
on Christmas Eve.
Please stop by the RE office or call to be part of the play.
Also adults are needed to help children get dressed, help at
practice, make costumes, etc.
FIRST COMMUNION PICTURES
There are still First Communion pictures that have not yet
been picked up. If your child made communion this past
spring, please drop by the RE office to pick up your pictures.
MINIONS-4-CHRIST
Minions-4-Christ, St. Matthias’ youngest youth
group, has begun again!! Our next meeting is
Dec. 16.
All meetings are from 4:40 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.
All new members from 1st through 6th grade are welcome.
For more information, please contact Denise McCaleb, 512-228
-4736.
MONTHLY FAMILY MASS SUNDAYS @ 2:30 P.M.
All Parishioners Are Welcome!
Family Youth Mass will be held once a month, every
second Sunday of the month. Candidates, Parents,
Guardians, and Sponsors are required to attend Mass, then
Confirmation Class as part of their Confirmation Formation.
The Family Youth Masses 2015-2016
December 06, 2015
January10, 2016
February 14, 2016
March 6, 2016
April 10, 2016
May 15, 2016
2015 CONFIRMATION PICTURES
Confirmation pictures are ready for you to pick up.
Please come by the RE office for your pictures.
CONFIRMATION CLASSES
TODAY, SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2015 FROM 2:30-5:00 PM
Please remember we will have Mass then class. You must
attend Mass this is a part of your class. Candidates, Parents, and
Sponsors must attend. Please don’t forget to bring your baptismal certificates and parent, sponsor forms as well.
ATTENTION YOUNG ADULTS!
Come and join hundreds of young adults ages 18-35 years old
celebrate the Jubilee of Mercy at the Archdiocesan Young
Adult Day. “The Door of Mercy: Blessed be the Merciful” on
Saturday, February 27, 2016 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Workshops, fun, music, prayer and Eucharist. Get inspired by international, national and local speakers who are living the works
of mercy. Presented in English and Spanish. Closing Mass with
Bishop George Sheltz. Location: St. Pius X High school 811
W. Donovan Street, Houston, TX 77091. Early Bird $25 by
January 31 or $35 after February 1t. Group Discounts available.
Register online www.archgh.org/yacm. For more information,
call 713-741-8778.
ARCHDIOCESAN CELEBRATION OF
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE
Sunday, December 13th, 2015
12 PM Procession - 1700 San Jacinto to
Convention Center, with
“matachines” and singing
5 PM Mass - Archbishop Daniel Cardinal
DiNardo presiding at the George R.
Brown Convention Center,
Houston
Come and celebrate Our Lady of Guadalupe. For more information call Pablo Guzman, 713-294-1022
COMUNIDAD HISPANA
COMUNIDAD
HISPANA
Declaración de la Misión Parroquial
“Una comunidad acogedora, comprometida a fomentar un amor más profundo por Jesús, por medio de la Fé, la familia y el servicio a los demás.”
Arbolitos de Navidad en Conmemoración
Durante las misas regulares el fin de semana de 19 al 20 de diciembre,
todos los feligreses son bienvenidos a traer un adorno de Navidad en memoria de sus seres queridos. Los adornos pueden ser personalizados e incluir
el nombre de las personas que desea recordar.
Después de las Oraciones de los Fieles en cada misa, los feligreses serán
invitados a colgar sus adornos en los Arbolitos de Navidad que estarán al
lado de nuestro Santuario.
Los adornos se pueden dejar en el arbolito durante la temporada de Navidad para recordar a sus seres queridos que han
fallecido y simbolizar que están cerca de Dios.
Los adornos estarán disponibles para recogerlos de la oficina
parroquial a partir del 4 de enero.
Intenciones de Oración del Papa
para el mes de Diciembre de 2015
La intención general del Apostolado: “Para que todos
experimentemos la misericordia de Dios, que no se
cansa jamás de perdonar''.
Su intención evangelizadora es: ''Para que las familias,
de modo particular las que sufren, encuentren en el
nacimiento de Jesús un signo de segura esperanza''.
6 de Diciembre de 2015
Segundo Domingo de Adviento
♦ ¡Feliz Cumpleaños a todos los que nacieron en el mes de
Diciembre!
♦ ¡Feliz Aniversario de Bodas para todas las parejas que contrajeron
matrimonio en el mes de Diciembre! ¡Muchas felicidades y
bendiciones en su aniversario!
Las bendiciones de Cumpleaños y Aniversario de Bodas son el
primer domingo de cada mes.
Por favor Ayuda
Sólo un recordatorio de que cuando usted está utilizando las instalaciones parroquiales,
por favor ayuda a mantener la limpia y en orden. Antes de irse, por favor recoja todo el
papel en el suelo de los baños y limpiar los contadores, según sea necesario. Las mesas
deben ser limpiadas y las sillas dejadas en manera ordenada. Por favor sea considerado con el siguiente grupo que pueda estar usando nuestras instalaciones y dejarlo
limpio para ellos. Gracias por su ayuda. Dios los bendiga.
LAS POSADAS
Desde el día 16 al 24 de diciembre estaremos celebrando Las Posadas a las 7:00pm
aquí en San Matías e invitamos a toda la comunidad a participar, todos son bienvenidos, rezaremos el rosario, pediremos posada, tendremos convivió y sobre todo
compartiremos juntos como una sola familia.
A TODOS LOS MINISTERIOS DE SAN MATÍAS
Miércoles Dic. 16 Sylvia Pérez y Grupo de Jóvenes
Jueves
Dic. 17 Cruz y Maria Rosa Hernández
Viernes
Dic. 18 Grupo de Oración
Sábado
Dic. 19 Grupo de Guadalupano
MINISTROS PARA EL DOMINGO 13 DE DICIEMBRE DE 2015
Lectores:
1ra. Lectura: Martin Palafox
2da. Lectura: Lluvia Alvarado
Ministros: C. Hernández 1b, C. Hernández 1c, A. Guevara 2b,
M. Torres 2c, E. Merino 3b, Y. Merinio 3c, L. Martínez 4c,
J. Aguirre 5c, J. Aguirre 6c
Monaguillos: V. Grimaldo, A. García, A. Arroyo, V. Don
Ujieres: M. Garcia, B. Vásquez, G. Alcantar, I. Maldonado
Ofertorio: Manuel y Aurora Guevara
Hospitalidad: Desiderio y Martha Torres
Visita de la Virgen Peregrina a la familia: Manuel y Aurora Guevara
Coordinador de la Misa: Luciano y Leticia Chávez
Intención de la Misa de Hoy: Agustina Resendis †
Solemnidad de la Inmaculada Concepción
de la Santísima Virgen María
Martes, 8 de Diciembre de 2015
Misas
8:00 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. (Inglés)
8:00 p.m. (Español) **Día de Precepto**
Servicio de Penitencia de Adviento
Miércoles, 9 de Diciembre
Puntualmente a las 7pm
A partir de las 6 pm, el Diácono Rafael presentará un video en la iglesia y
llevar una discusión para ayudarnos a entender mejor el sacramento de la
Reconciliación. Esta es una gran oportunidad para prepararse para recibir el
Sacramento y le ayudará a prepararse para celebrar el nacimiento de
Jesús. El Servicio de Reconciliación comenzará a las 7 p.m. Varios sacerdotes estarán disponible para asistir al Padre Chris. y le ayudará a prepararse
para celebrar el nacimiento de Jesús.
Celebración de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe
Sábado, 12 de Diciembre de 2015
Estamos a 2 semana para la gran celebración de nuestra
Reina de México y Patrona de las Américas. El grupo
Guadalupano invita a toda la comunidad parroquial de
San Matías a participar de esta gran celebración en
honor de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe.
5:00am - 7:00am – Mañanitas y Danza de Matachines
(desayuno en el Salón Parroquial)
5:00pm – Danza de Matachines en el Jardín de Oración de nuestra
Señora de Guadalupe
6:00pm – Apariciones de nuestra Señora de Guadalupe en el
Jardín de Oración
6:40pm – Procesión del Jardín de Oración a la Iglesia
7:00pm – Misa en Honor a Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe
Después de Misa, continuaremos nuestra celebración con cena y
danza de matachines en el salón parroquial
***El grupo Guadalupano estará rezando el Novenario en honor a
Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe empezando el día 3 de diciembre
hasta el 11 de diciembre a las 6:00 pm - - todos están invitados a que
los acompañen – Los días 4, 7 y 11 empezara a las 7:00 pm. *** El
domingo 6 de diciembre se rezara a las 12 del mediodía antes de la
misa de la 1pm. ¡Los esperamos!
Diciembre 24 —Víspera de Navidad
3:30 pm: Cantos Navideños (Villancicos)
*4:00 pm: Misa de Niños (en la Iglesia) en Inglés
*4:00 pm: Misa regular (en el salón parroquial) en Inglés
**6:00 pm: Misa en Español (en la Iglesia)
10:30 pm: Cantos Navideños (Villancicos)
*11:00 pm: Misa de Noche Buena en Inglés
Diciembre 25 — Solemnidad de la Natividad del
Señor
*10:30 am: Misa de Navidad en Inglés (Día de precepto)
***Incienso será usado en las misas en la Iglesia, pero no en el salon
parroquial***
EN BUSCA DE NIÑOS
¿Le gustaría que su hijo/a sea parte del desfile
Navideño? Estamos en necesidad de participantes,
partes son asignadas por orden de llegada, . La fecha
y el horario del ensayo se anunciara más adelante.
Usted tendrá que venir a los ensayos con el fin de participar en la
obra Nativideña en la víspera de Navidad.
Por favor pase por la oficina de educación religiosa o llame para ser
parte del desfile (obra). También, necesitamos adultos para ayudar a
los niños vestirse, ayudar en el ensayo, hacer disfraces, etc.
FOTOS DE PRIMERA COMUNIÓN
Todavia tenemos varios fotografías de la primera comunión que no
han sido recogidos. Por favor pase por la oficina de educación religiosa para recogerlos.
La oficina parroquial estará cerrada el 24 y 25 de diciembre 2015.
Celebración Arquidiocesana de la Virgen de Guadalupe
Venga y festeje a Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe el domingo 13 de
diciembre 2015 en el Centro de Convenciones George R. Brown del
centro de Houston. Inicia a las 12 del medio dia con una procesión
desde 1700 San Jacinto hasta el Centro de Convenciones,
con cantos y danzas de los matachines. La Santa Misa se
celebrará a las 5 p.m. presidida por Su Eminencia el
Arzobispo Daniel Cardenal DiNardo. Por favor, haga
planes para asistir a esta gran celebración. Para más
información llama a Pablo Guzman 713-294-1022.
Oficina de Educación Religiosa
Marlene Grauvogl al 281-356-2000 ext. 14
Correo Electrónico: mgrauvogl@st-matthias.net
Formación de Fe - Primaria se reúnen los domingos (PreK - 5º grado)
Sesión 1 – 9:05 – 10:20 am en Inglés
Sesión 2 – 11:35 – 12:50pm en Español
Formación de Fe los Miercoles (T.E.E.N) 6:30pm-8:45pm. (6º - 12º)
Recordatorio para los Miércoles
6-6:30 - Comida y compañerismo. Este es un momento importante y necesario de la noche. Los estudiantes tienen
tiempo partir el pan juntos y socializar.
6:30-7:05 – PROCLAMAR – Esta es la enseñanza principal de
la noche. Es importante que estén presentes para eso.
7:10-7:35 – Discusión en grupos pequeños – oportunidad para
conversar con los adolescentes.
7:45 – 8:45 – Misa – Se anima a los padres a unirse a sus estudiantes para la Misa. La doctrina NO se termina hasta las
8:45pm. Si hay un problema con su estudiante quedándose
para la Misa, por favor llame a la oficina de educación
religiosa.
ASISTENCIA - Los estudiantes pueden recoger sus etiquetas de
nombre en el pasillo fuera del salón parroquial. A las
6:30pm las etiquetas de nombre de los estudiantes y las
hojas de registración serán recogidos y podrán registrarse en
la puerta del salón parroquial con un adulto.
Oficina de Ministerio Juvenil
Sylvia Perez al 281-356-2000 ext. 12
Correo Electrónico: sperez@st-matthias.net
Las fotos de Confirmación están aquí, usted puede pasar a
recogerlas en la oficina del ministerio de jóvenes. Comuniquese
con Ms. Sylvia o Mrs. Malene al 281-356-2000.
Hoy tenemos Clase de Confirmación 6 de diciembre a las 2:30pm
¡NUEVO – ESTE OTOÑO!
Misa Familiar - Domingos a las 2:30pm
¡Todos son bienvenidos!
Misa Familiar de Jóvenes se lleva a cabo una vez al mes.
Nuestra próxima clase de confirmación será el 6 de diciembre,
a las 2:30pm. Los candidatos, padres, o guardian, y padrinos
deben asistir a Misa, y después a Clase de Formación de
Confirmación. La Misa es parte de la preparación de Confirmación.
Misa Familiar de Jóvenes 2015-2016
Diciembre 06, 2015
Marzo 6, 2016
Enero 10, 2016
Abril 10, 2016
Febrero 14, 2016
Mayo 15, 2016
Por favor no olvide de traer el acta de bautizo del candidato y padres,
también no olviden de entregar el formulario de patrocinador.
Si usted desea saber más información acerca del Sacramento de Confirmación, Actividades
y Retiros para jóvenes, favor de ponerse en contacto con Ms. Sylvia Pérez,
Directora de Jóvenes al 281-356-2000 ext. 12.
Sagrada Comunión para los Enfermos
Si usted tiene un familiar, un vecino o conoce alguien de
nuestra parroquia que desea recibir la Sagrada Comunión
y/o oración, por favor llame a la oficina parroquial con
Sandra Medrano al 281-356-2000 ext. 16. Se les llevara la
Santa Comunión a su casa, hospital u hospicio.