Please Pray For those That Are Sick

Angela Deharo, Dr. Jim Carman, Maria Guajardo, John Foley, Christy Luna, Dylan Smart, Lillian Miller, Fr. Robert DeGrandis S.S.J., Peggy Bassette, Lillian Antkowiak, Debbie Peltier, Dorothy Meleski, Margaret Pruitt, Jessica Snow, Jim Meloncon, Mildred Langley, Helen Smith, Jack Owens, Luisa Garcia, Lucy Buchanan, Johnny Jezierski, Emma Linseisen, Lillian Antkowiak, Jerald & Linda Kirk, Sandra Banks, Ernest & Christopher Norris, Margarito Muñoz, Peggy Heintz, Bennee Kwiatkowski, Mary Lou Fenton, John Kopech Jr., Rosalee Leggio, Raymond Thomas L. Machac Sr., Diane Taylor, Basilio Contreras, Leon Martin, Teckla Wisneske, Arturo Rodriguez, Doris Brannan, Nat Mata, Ella Mae Malek, Elizabeth Johnson.

If you would like to add or delete a family member or loved one to or from our Prayer list please call the parish office (979)826-2275 before noon on Tuesdays.

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August Minister Schedule Posted

The August Minister schedule has been posted at: http://stkdrexel.org/schedule/minister/.

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Domingo 16 del Tiempo Ordinario – 18 de julio 2010

En una de las Misas de mi primer Domingo aquí, se me preguntó si me iba a enfocar en construir una iglesia para Santa Catarina – y aunque me gustaría mucho tener un lugar de adoración que no fuera un lugar temporal como este que estamos usando- Simplemente dije que no. Cuando Pastores nuevos llegan a una parroquia, todos quieren saber cuáles son sus planes, en que se va a enfocar. Yo verdaderamente pienso que el enfocamiento tiene que ser primero y antes que nada, buscar y seguir la voluntad de Dios en todo lo que hacemos. Siempre debemos buscar estar sentados a los pies de Jesús y escucharlo hablar, de la misma manera en que Maria lo hizo en el Evangelio de este Domingo. Yo también pienso que esto es en lo que un Concilio Pastoral va a ser muy beneficioso para ayudarme a discernir la manera más efectiva para suplir las necesidades espirituales y pastorales de esta parroquia. Entonces de vez en cuando, y hasta que estemos listos para crear esta organización, voy a estar poniendo en el boletín semanal, información acerca de los concilios parroquiales pastorales para enterar a todos de cuáles son las funciones y el propósito de este Concilio Pastoral.

¿Cómo funciona un concilio pastoral parroquiano?
Un concilio se reúne con el pastor una vez al mes para tratar asuntos pastorales. El concilio escucha cuidadosamente las preocupaciones del pastor, del equipo parroquial y de los demás que están envueltos en la vida de la parroquia. Por medio de la oración y el discernimiento, el concilio busca la guía del Espíritu Santo y forma decisiones por medio del consenso general. El Concilio Parroquial Pastoral se reúne a una hora y fecha determinada todos los meses. El concilio también puede reunirse anualmente para tener un tiempo de oración y reflexión. Es crítica la asistencia Regular a las reuniones.

¿Quién debe ser miembro del concilio parroquial pastoral?
Un miembro del concilio debe tener cuando menos 21 años de edad, ser persona de oración, que le importe el bienestar espiritual de toda la comunidad, estar dispuesto a aprender acerca de la Iglesia, tener un sentido de misión: traer a Cristo a la gente y gente a Cristo, y estar envuelto en la vida y actividades de la parroquia. Un miembro del concilio debe poder asistir regularmente a las reuniones.

Paz y Bienestar, Padre David

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16th Sunday in Ordinary Time – July 18, 2010

At one of the Masses of my first Sunday here I was asked whether my focus was going to be on building a church for St. Katharine – and as much as I would like to have a place of worship that is not one of transition – I simply said no. When new Pastors enter into a new parish everyone wants to know what your plan is, what is your focus. I really think the focus has got to be first and foremost the seeking to follow the will of God in all that we do. We should always be about the business of sitting at the feet of Jesus and listening to him speak, like Mary in the Gospel this Sunday. I think too this is where a Parish Council is going to be beneficial in helping me discern the most effective way to meet the spiritual and pastoral needs of this parish. And so from time to time I will be inserting information about parish pastoral councils into the bulletin so as to let everyone know what its purpose and functions are until we are ready to create such an organization.

How does a parish pastoral council operate?
A council meets once a month with the pastor to consider pastoral issues. It listens carefully to the concerns of the pastor, the parish staff and others involved in the life of the parish. Through prayer and discernment it searches for the guidance of the Holy Spirit and reaches decisions through consensus. The Parish Pastoral Council meets at a set date and time each month. The council may also convene annually for an extended time of prayer and reflection. Regular attendance at meetings is critical.

Who should be a member of a parish pastoral council?
A council member should be at least 21 years of age, prayerful, care about the spiritual well-being of the entire community, be willing to learn about the church, have a sense of mission: to bring Christ to people and people to Christ, and be involved in the life and activities of the parish. A council member must be able to attend meetings on a regular basis.

Peace and all Good, Fr David

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Bible Study for High School Students!!

Are you in need of God’s Truth?
Get Inspired and excited about your Faith.
This bible study will bring the Bible to your level and help relate it to your everyday life.
Wednesdays 6pm-7pm in building A.

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Se Nesecitan Adultos Voluntarios

Las catequistas estarán recibiendo entrenamiento durante el mes de Agosto para prepararlos para las clases de catecismo. En este momento estamos necesitando catequistas para diferentes niveles. Se necesitan voluntarios adultos. Si usted tiene el deseo de compartir su fe y tiene algo de conocimiento de la Biblia, de las creencias básicas de la Iglesia Católica y puede comprometerse a tener una formación de fe por sí mismo por medio de asistencia a reuniones, talleres, etc., entonces usted tiene las cualificaciones necesarias para el ministerio de catequista. Si hay alguna persona interesada en este ministerio por favor póngase en contacto con la Sra. Lucille Pavlock al 979-826-2275 de Lunes a Jueves.

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Adult Volunteers Needed

At this time, recruitment for adult volunteers as Catechist is in progress. Various grade levels are available and training for this ministry will begin in August. If you have a desire to share your faith, have some background in the Bible and basic beliefs of the Catholic Church, and can commit to faith formation for self through attendance at meetings, workshops, etc., then you are qualified to minister as a catechist. Anyone interested in this ministry can contact Lucille Pavlock at 979-826-2275 Monday – Thursday.

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Discovering a Sacramental Love: Signs of God’s Grace Unfolding : A Young Adult Retreat

at Holy Name Passionist Retreat Center Aug 6-8, 2010. Come on retreat to recollect yourself with other young adults through Prayer, Meditation, Faith Sharing and presentations on how celebrating the sacraments of the Catholic faith keeps us in contact with the grace of God. The Suggested Retreat Offering is $125, which includes all meals and individual rooms. Space is limited and financial aid is available. For more info. you may call 713-464-0211.

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Please Pray For those That Are Sick

Angela Deharo, Dr. Jim Carman, Maria Guajardo, John Foley, Christy Luna, Mary Flory, Dylan Smart, Lillian Miller, Fr. Robert DeGrandis S.S.J., Lucila Arteaga, Peggy Bassette, Lillian Antkowiak, Debbie Peltier, Dorothy Meleski, Margaret Pruitt, Jessica Snow, Jim Meloncon, Mildred Langley, Helen Smith, Jack Owens, Luisa Garcia, Lucy Buchanan, Johnny Jezierski, Emma Linseisen, Lillian Antkowiak, Jerald & Linda Kirk, Sandra Banks, Ernest & Christopher Norris, Margarito Muñoz, Peggy Heintz, Bennee Kwiatkowski, Mary Lou Fenton, John Kopech Jr., Gene Riemer, Rosalee Leggio, Raymond Thomas L. Machac Sr., Diane Taylor, Basilio Contreras, Leon Martin, Teckla Wisneske, Arturo Rodriguez, Doris Brannan, Nat Mata, Ella Mae Malek, Elizabeth Johnson

If you would like to add or delete a family member or loved one to or from our Prayer list please call the parish office (979)826-2275 before noon on Tuesdays.

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