Divine Mercy Sunday ~ April 3, 2016

 Divine Mercy Sunday ~ April 3, 2016
On Divine Mercy Sunday, during the Year of Mercy, Pope Francis reminds us of our duty to show the love of God to those most in need. The love and mercy of God is also the foundation of St. John Eudes’ spirituality. He used the image of the Sacred Heart to remind us of our call to be Missionaries of Mercy. Unlike the classic image which was ringed with thorns, he imagined the heart of Jesus wreathed in fire. He called this heart the Fornax Amoris (the Furnace of Love) which propels us outward into mission. Today, holy cards of the Fornax Amoris are available at the back of the church. MASS SCHEDULE
St. James (In English) Saturday Vigil: 5:00 PM Sunday: 7:30 AM, 9:00 AM 11:30 AM & 6:00 PM St. Leo Mission (In Spanish) Sunday: 8:30 AM & 10:30 AM 1st Saturday (English): 8:00 AM Daily Mass at St. James 8:00 AM | Monday ‐ Friday Liturgy of the Hours 7:30 AM | Monday ‐ Friday Eucharistic Adoration 8:30 AM –8:00PM| Thursday Communion Service 6:45 AM | Monday ‐ Friday 8:00 AM | Saturday Reconciliation 3:30 PM | Saturday or upon request Baptism Call (858) 755‐2545 ext. *112 Marriage Preparation Call Parish Office (858) 755‐2545 ext. *112 9 months prior to wedding St. James Church 625 S Nardo Avenue Solana Beach, CA 92075 (858) 755‐2545 | Fax: (858) 755‐3845 St. Leo Mission 936 Genevieve Street Solana Beach, CA 92075 (858) 481‐6788 | Fax: (858) 481‐5832 www.stjamesandleo.org St. James - St. Leo
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Monday, April 4 ~ Joan Bear † Tuesday, April 5 ~ Charles Thomas Reid † Wednesday, April 6 ~ Abby McGuire Thursday, April 7 ~ Robert Klamerus † Friday, April 8 ~ Dan Kraemer † March 20, 2016 $18,643.95 $1,605.27 March 24, 2016 Holy Thursday March 25, 2016 Good Friday, Holy Land $1,969.00 March 27, 2016 $135,467.45 Budgeted $22,125.00
What return shall I make to the Lord for all the Lord has given me — Psalm 116 STEWARDSHIP REFLECTION
The purpose of Sacred Scripture is in part to teach us about the faith, to provide to us what the Church calls “divine revelation.” Our Second Reading from the Book of Revelation provides insights of which we need to be aware. The name of this Book – Revelation – is derived from the very first words of the Book, which are “The revelation of Jesus Christ…” SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES
Sunday: Monday: Tuesday: Thursday: Second Sunday of Easter (or of Divine Mercy) The Annunciation of the Lord St. Vincent Ferrer St. John Baptist de la Salle TODAY’S READINGS
First Reading — The apostles perform many signs and wonders among the people. Many are added to their numbers (Acts 5:12‐16). Psalm — Give thanks to the Lord for he is good, his love is everlasting (Psalm 118). Second Reading — John, caught up in the spirit, envisions the glorified Lord, the first and the last, the one who lives (Revelation 1:9‐11a, 12‐13, 17‐19). Gospel — The risen Christ comes to his disciples with peace and the Spirit. The absent Thomas doubts (John 20:19‐31). The English translation of the Psalm Responses from the Lectionary for Mass © 1969, 1981, 1997, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. READINGS FOR THE WEEK Monday: Is 7:10‐14, 8:10; Ps 40:7‐11; Heb 10:4‐10; Lk 1:26‐38 Tuesday: Acts 4:32‐37; Ps 93:1‐2, 5; Jn 3:7b‐15 Wednesday: Acts 5:17‐26; Ps 34:2‐9; Jn 3:16‐21 Thursday: Acts 5:27‐33; Ps 34:2, 9, 17‐20; Jn 3:31‐36 Friday: Acts 5:34‐42; Ps 27:1, 4, 13‐14; Jn 6:1‐15 Saturday: Acts 6:1‐7; Ps 33:1‐2, 4‐5, 18‐19; Jn 6:16‐21 Sunday: Acts 5:27‐32, 40b‐41; Ps 30:2, 4‐6, 11‐13; Rv 5:11‐14; Jn 21:1‐19 [1‐14] Written in Greek, the word translated as “revelation” is apokalypsis, meaning “unveiling” or indeed “revelation.” As indicated in today’s reading this book is written by “John…on the island called Patmos.” Our Catholic tradition tells us that this is John the Apostle, although scholars some‐
times disagree with that assessment and conclusion. We do nonetheless know what and where Patmos is. The Island of Patmos was the Roman Empire’s version of Alcatraz Island, a place where some were exiled and forced to work in the marble quarries found there. Ten miles long and six miles wide, Patmos has been described as lonely and desolate. Yet for John, the writer of this Book, it does not separate him from God or from his fellow Christians. He describes in today’s narrative the revelation which came to him there, but to experience such a revelation he had to be aware and open to the Words of the Lord. We may at times feel just as exiled, just as lonely, but if we remain open and conscious of God’s presence, we, too may find solace and comfort and instructions. That is what being a steward is all about — being attentive to what God is saying to us. Acts 5: 12‐16; Ps 118: 2‐4, 13‐15, 22‐24; Rev 1: 9‐11A, 12‐13, 17‐19; Jn 20: 19‐31 San Jaime / San León
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LECTURAS DE HOY
Primera lectura — Los apóstoles hacen muchas señales y maravillas entre la gente. (Hch 5:12‐16). Salmo — La misericordia del Señor es eterna. Aleluya (Salmo 118 [117]). Segunda lectura — Juan, contagiado por el Espíritu, tiene una visión del Señor glorificado (Apocalipsis 1:9‐11a, 12‐13, 17‐19). Evangelio — Jesús resucitado visita a los discípulos con su paz y con el Espíritu. Tomás, ausente, duda de la aparición de Jesús (Juan 20:19‐31).
LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA
Lunes: Is 7:10‐14, 8:10; Sal 40 (39):7‐11; Heb 10:4‐10; Lc 1:26‐38 Martes: Hch 4:32‐37; Sal 93 (92):1‐2, 5; Jn 3:7b‐15 Miércoles: Hch 5:17‐26; Sal 34 (33):2‐9; Jn 3:16‐21 Jueves: Hch 5:27‐33; Sal 34 (33):2, 9, 17‐20; Jn 3:31‐36 Viernes: Hch 5:34‐42; Sal 27 (26):1, 4, 13‐14; Jn 6:1‐15 Sábado: Hch 6:1‐7; Sal 33 (32):1‐2, 4‐5, 18‐19; Jn 6:16‐21 Domingo: Hch 5:27‐32, 40b‐41; Sal 30 (29):2, 4‐6, 11‐13; Ap 5:11‐14; Jn 21:1‐19 [1‐14] REFLECIÓN DOMINICAL Pagina 3
El propósito de la Sagrada Escritura es, en parte, para enseñarnos acerca de la fe, para proporcionar a nosotros lo que la Iglesia llama "revelación divina." Nuestra segunda lectura, tomada del libro de la revelación proporciona información detallada de los cuales tenemos que tener en cuenta. El nombre de este libro ‐ Revelación ‐ se deriva de las primeras palabras del libro, que son "la revelación de Jesucristo ..." Escrito en griego, la palabra traducida como "revelación" esapokalypsis , que significa "revelación" o incluso "revelación". Como se indica en la lectura de hoy este libro está escrito por "John ... en la isla llamada Patmos." Nuestra tradición católica nos dice que este es Juan el Apóstol, aunque los estudiosos a veces no están de acuerdo con esa evaluación y conclusión. Lo que sí sabemos, sin embargo, qué y dónde es Patmos. ADORACIÓN AL SANTISIMO Jesús te espera en el Santísimo todos los Lunes de 9:00am a 5:00pm en la Misión de San León Magno. Ven a pasar un momento con Él y ora por tus necesidades. GRUPO DE ORACIÓN Los Jueves estas invitado al grupo de oración de nuestra comunidad a las 7:00pm en la Misión de San León Magno. HORA SANTA Te recordamos que nuestra Hora Santa es este Sábado 9 de Abril a las 7:00pm en la Misión de San León Magno. Te esperamos. RETIRO DE MATRIMONIOS El grupo de Matrimonios invita a todas las parejas a tener un encuentro personal con Jesucristo el 16 y 17 de Abril de 8:00am a 5:00pm en: Parroquia de San James‐St. Leo Mas información con Adolfo y Lumi Donoe (760) 994‐
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ra la fotografía del directorio parroquial, habrán mas citas para Junio estén atentos a los anuncios. La isla de Patmos era la versión del Imperio Romano de la isla de Alcatraz, un lugar donde algunos fueron exiliados y obligados a trabajar en las canteras de mármol que se encuentran allí. Diez millas de largo y seis millas de ancho, Patmos ha sido descrito como solitario y desolado. Sin embargo, para Juan, el autor de este libro, que no lo separe de Dios o de sus compañeros cristianos. Se describe en la narrativa de hoy la revelación que vino a él, pero a experimentar una revelación que tuvo que ser consciente y abierto a las palabras del Señor. a veces podemos sentir igual de exiliado, del mismo modo solitario, pero si estamos abiertos y conscientes de la presencia de Dios, nosotros también podemos encontrar consuelo y comodidad e instrucciones. Eso es lo que significa ser un administrador tiene que ver con ‐ estar atento a lo que Dios nos está diciendo. Hechos 5: 12‐16; Salmo 118: 2‐4, 13‐15, 22‐24; Rev 1: 9‐11A, 12‐13, 17‐19; Jn 20: 19‐31 FELICITACIONES Felicitamos a la Sra. Elizabeth Damián ganadora de la Rifa del cuadro, el número del boleto ganador fue 753627. Muchas Felicidades y Gracias a todos los que participaron. NUEVOS MIEMBROS DE LA IGLESIA Felicidades a todos los que recibieron los sacramentos de Iniciación en la Vigilia Pascual: Giovanni Rosas, Alondra Gutiérrez, Cristofer Pineda, Juel Tapia, Juan Márquez, Ángel Tapia, Franco Medina, Stephanie Medina y Yair Pineda. Bienvenidos a nuestra familia de Fe, Dios siga bendiciendo su camino. St. James - St. Leo
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Ministry of Consolation Lucille Fatica Jean Gallagher Winnie Glockner Dcn. Al Graff Dorie Harleman Claire Johnson Mary Lou Kammerer Katherine Martinez Betty Mettee Jay John Moisa Ron Scholz Roseanne Schwall Bill Truxaw Kate Turner Kathleen Varni Lise Zondler Mary Wheelock Olivia Wong We are happy to list the names of persons who need special prayers. Names will be listed for one month. Seasons of Hope: A Support Group for the Bereaved If you’re in need of consolation after losing a loved one, this Christ‐centered faith sharing bereavement group is for you. We will meet for six Thursdays beginning April 14th. Prayer, scripture, faith sharing and fellowship begin at 10:00 a.m. Cost: $6/person, to cover the cost of Participant Journal. For more details or to register, pick up a brochure in the vestibule of the church and contact Katie Hodsdon, (858) 755‐2545, ext. *107 or katie@stjames‐stleo.com A Council for the Ages Celebrating the Year of Mercy The Legacy of Vatican II Annual Catholic Appeal 2016 with Thank you to those who have already responded donating $33,167.50 We still need an additional $56,832.50 to reach our goal of $90,000. You can make your contribution online at www.sdcatholic.org , or by retuning the pledge card in the collection, mailing it in or dropping it off at the office. Very Rev. Msgr. Lawrence M. Purcell Light of the Peoples Dogmatic Constitution the Church (Lumen Gentium) Wednesday, Apr 20 Joy & Hope Pastoral Constitution on the Church in the Modern World (Gaudium et Spes) Wednesday, May 18 7:00 pm in the Parish Hall HELPING YOUR NEIGHBOR Our community changed lives this Lent, and CRS Rice Bowl wants to say THANK YOU!! Don’t forget to turn in your CRS Rice Bowl by Sunday, April 10th. If you truly want to help the soul of your neighbor, you should approach God first with all your heart. Ask God simply to fill you with charity . . . with it you can accomplish what you desire. —St. Vincent Ferrer Eucharistic Adoration “My children, you don’t have to be different for Jesus to love you. Only believe ‐‐ you are precious to Him. Bring all you are suffering to His feet – only open your heart to be loved by Him as you are. He will do the rest.” – Mother Theresa’s letter to the Missionaries of Charity family,1993. Call or email Grace (858) 755‐0613 grace.g@pacbell.net. Sign up to adore on Thursdays Also, you are welcome to join the Rosary group any Monday at 6pm in the chapel behind the Altar. Attention ACTIVE 60’s and Seniors Meditation and Movement – Chair Exercise Friday mornings, 10:30 a.m. St. James Conference Room 45‐minute class for all ages and ability levels Strengthen your mind, body and spirit without standing up! Build muscle tone, strength, flexibility and a positive mental attitude. Certified instructor: Sara (858) 224‐0551 Cost: Donation St. James - St. Leo
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What is God calling you to do? An Ignatian retreat for men The Knights of Columbus are pleased the announce the St. James Men’s Retreat with Deacon Joe Santen. The retreat will be held at the Old Mission San Luis Rey on April 8 to April 10, 2016; from 5:30PM on Friday through 10:30AM on Sunday. The Old Mission is located at 4050 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA 92057. All men from St. James Parish are invited and encouraged to attend. Please join us in giving Deacon Joe a warm welcome on his return to the parish to lead this wonderful event. For a single room, the cost is $250; for a double room it is $200. A non‐refundable $25.00 deposit is required for reservations. Please send your reservation request, indicating your name, email address, mailing address, telephone (and roommate preference if you request a double room) to Joe Moisant, 2848 Dove Tail Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078. For questions, contact Joe at (619) 572‐4794, or email: moisantj316@gmail.com. Please make checks payable to Knights of Columbus Council #12749. It's Time for a New Parish Directory! It's been 5 years since our last book so let's update and help everyone match names and faces. We will be using Lifetouch, the same company for our last 3 books; there is no cost to you or the parish, everyone photographed gets a FREE 8x10 portrait, a FREE hardbound directory and the opportunity to purchase portraits. Photography will take place in our ministry center from March 28 to April 3 then again in June. To schedule a portrait appointment (1) online at the church website (2) after weekend Masses (3) call (760)
576‐8393. We need YOU to make this complete. It’s Tax Time! This free tax‐preparation service is available to low‐and middle‐income taxpayers, with the primary focus being on those who are 60 and older. The service will be offered each Saturday morning between the hours of 9am and 1pm through April 16. First come, first served, walk‐in approach will be in effect. Page 5
Stewardship and Our Baptismal Promises The practice of renewing baptismal promises at Easter is essential for those who take the stewardship of their faith seriously. It focuses the steward’s attention on answering Christ’s call to follow after him, proclaiming his Gospel in word and deed, putting the Eucharist into action, building up the communion of faith, and sharing Christ’s peace with a broken world. Renewing our baptismal promises and the baptismal focus of holy water is most compelling at the Easter Vigil where the sprinkling is directly connected to the renewal of promises. The use of holy water compels us to reflect on our baptism, calls us back to our central identity as Catholic Christians, and strengthens us anew “as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God” (1 Cor. 4:10). The baptismal water of Easter performs a twofold purpose. It baptizes the catechumens and it refreshes our covenant with God in Christ through the renewal of our baptismal promises. It “seals” our resolve to follow Jesus more closely. Many who say they are Catholic desire to live their lives as if Jesus was still in the tomb. But he is not. Christ has risen and is present among us, calling us each day to follow after him and radiate his example onto the world. Living our baptismal promises inspires us to be good stewards of God’s plan as individuals and as a Eucharistic community in the 21st century. Signs and Wonders In today’s first reading from the Acts of the Apostles we hear it proclaimed that many “signs and wonders” were performed in public by Christ’s followers, a demonstration that produced two results. First, the people of Jerusalem outside the Christian community were awed by what the disciples were performing. And in the midst of all this amazement, many were being converted. Good stewards know of the evangelizing power emanating from their daily acts of love, compassion, mercy and generosity. They believe that if they stay focused on Christ each day, every act has the power to transform a broken world. What “signs and wonders” will we perform today? A STEWARDSHIP PRAYER for April Dear Lord, risen Lord, merciful Lord! The Easter season is filled with your presence, and we come to you in gratitude for the deep and abiding joy you offer us through the promise of your resurrection. Help us hear your call as did Mary Magdalene. Teach us as you did the disciples at Emmaus. Dispel our doubts as you did for Thomas. And reveal yourself to us as you did to your friends from the shore of Lake Tiberius. Make us good stewards of this Easter season. Open our hearts and minds in a special way to the great mystery of your active presence in our lives, and give us the courage to help others discover your presence in their lives. For you are the light of the world. To you, Christ Jesus, be praise and glory! Amen. Welcome to St. James‐St. Leo Catholic Community! We warmly welcome all visitors and hope you will consider making our community your parish home. Church attendance does not make you or your family registered members. Registration forms are in the brochure rack at the entrance of the church, online, or at the parish office. PASTORAL STAFF
Rev. John H. Howard, CJM, Pastor ..................................... 858‐755‐2545 ….. .................. jhhcjm@stjames‐stleo.org Rev. Ricardo Juarez Frausto, CJM ....................................... 858‐755‐2545 x *101 .............. frricardocjm@stjames‐stleo.org Deacon Al Graff .................................................................... 858‐452‐3684 Deacon Peter Hodsdon ....................................................... 619‐991‐5311 .......................... dcnpeterh@yahoo.com Sr. Zita Toto, RGS, Coordinator St. Leo Mission ................. 858‐481‐6788 ........................ sisterzita@stjames‐stleo.org Abel & Gloria Castellanos, Youth Ministry Coordinators ... 760‐207‐4645 ........................ g.castellanos@cox.net Amy Martinez, Finance Manager ........................................ 858‐755‐2545 x *103 ............. amartinez@stjames‐stleo.org Antonio Mendoza, Maintenance ....................................... 858‐755‐2545 x *109 ............. mendztony@stjames‐stleo.org Bulletin ................................................................................. .............................................. bulletin@stjames‐stleo.org Debbie Derderian, Office Manager ..................................... 858‐755‐2545 x *112 .............. debbie@stjames‐stleo.org Gail Jilka, Secretary .............................................................. 858‐755‐2545 x *100 ............. gail@stjames‐stleo.org Jannet Diaz, Spanish Religious Education Coordinator ..... 858‐755‐2545 x *102 ............. jdiaz@stjames‐stleo.org Kate Hodsdon, Coordinator of Pastoral Care ..................... 858‐755‐2545 x *107 ............. katie@stjames‐stleo.org Kathy Dunn, Principal, St. James Acade………………….858‐755‐1777………………… kdunn@saintjamesacademy.com Pamela Smith, Faith Formation for Children ...................... 858‐755‐2545 x *106 ............. ffc@stjames‐stleo.org Patrick Villa, Youth Ministry Coordinator ........................... 858‐755‐2545 x *111 .............. pvilla@stjames‐stleo.org Pauline Wright, Director of Music ....................................... 858‐755‐2545 x *300 ............ thepurplemusiclady@gmail.com Timothy O’Shea, Saints Thrift Store Manager .................... 858‐755‐0654 ........................ timothykoshea@yahoo.com Medical Program………………………………………… 858‐259‐9464 Dental Program…858‐523‐‐0710 St. James—St. Leo Catholic Community is under the pastoral care of the Eudist Fathers, or Congregation of Jesus and Mary. We owe our name to Saint John Eudes who founded the Congregation in France in 1643. The Eudists currently operate in 15 countries, most of which are in the developing world. Evangelization, mainly with the poor and the youth, is our primary purpose, as well as formation to ministry in the training of diocesan priests and lay ministers. Our motto is “To Serve Christ and His Church.” For more information visit: http://www.eudistes.org/english.htm