THE SPIRIT OF ST. LOUIS a weekly bulletin & newsletter August 26, 2018 • 21 st Sunday in Ordinary Time
O U R PAT R O N - K I N G L O U I S I X SAINT FOR THE AGES
King Louis IX, was born at Poissy, France in 1214 to King Louis VIII and Queen Blanche of Castille. A member of the House of Capet, Louis was twelve years old when his father died in November 1226. He was crowned king within the month at Rheims Cathedral but because of his youth, his mother ruled France as regent during his minority until approximately 1234. She continued as an important counselor to the king until her death in 1252. On May 27, 1234, Louis married Margaret of Provence and they had eleven children. Although only eight of them lived to adulthood, their lineage continued its power in France for five hundred years. The King himself founded a hospital in Paris that had beds for 300 patients. He also received indigent persons daily and personally saw that they were fed. He spent his life crusading for justice, fostering the development of standardized court procedures that helped establish order within his kingdom. He was as much a crusader to promote the common good of his subjects as he was a brave, intrepid warrior fighting the Saracens to free the Holy Land. King Louis had a reputation of being a man of prayer, entirely devoted to his people and the spread of Christianity. He took very seriously his mission as “lieutenant of God on Earth”, with which he had been invested when he was crowned.
To fulfill this mission, Louis led two Crusades and although the first one, (1248-1254) known as the Seventh Crusade, achieved little, it contributed to his prestige in Europe. In 1250, weakened by dysentery, Louis was taken prisoner in Egypt and his army ranks were thinned more by disease than by combat. During his captivity the King recited the Divine Office every day with two chaplains and had the prayers of the Mass read to him. King Louis’ second attempt known as the Eighth Crusade was taken when he was in his mid-50’s and successfully liberated thousands of Christian captives in the Holy Land, but sadly he died in Tunis on August 25, 1270. Unable to speak on his last morning, history notes that at three in the afternoon he said, “Into Thy hands I commend my spirit” and quickly breathed his last. His bones and heart were taken back to France and kept enshrined in the abbey-church of St. Denis, until they were scattered at the time of the French Revolution. Because of the aura of holiness attached to his memory, many kings of France were thereafter called Louis. The man who was “every inch a king” became a saint of the Church in 1297, just twenty-seven years after his death, the only French monarch so honored. Information resources: Wikipedia and Eternal Word Television Network Library.
IN MEMORY Bishop John E. McCarthy See story page 3
CLERGY Rev. James A. Misko, Pastor Rev. Douglas Jeffers, Parochial Vicar Rev. Jesse Martinez, Parochial Vicar Rev. Mr. Rob Embry, Deacon Rev. Mr. Alfredo Villa, Deacon Rev. Mr. Javier Maldonado, Deacon
MASS SCHEDULE Saturday Vigil 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 6:00 a.m. (Español), 7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. (Español), 5:00 p.m. (Español) Choral Vespers: 7 p.m. Weekdays:
SPARKS MIDDLE SCHOOL MINISTRY KICK OFF! FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 7, 7-9 PM, WOZNIAK HALL YOUTH + THEIR FAMILIES WELCOME
FOR S U N I JO S, E Z I R P , GAMES ND FUN! FOOD A
CONTACT ALISSA.MOLINA@ST-LOUIS.ORG contact alissa.molina@st-louis.org
English: 7:00 a.m. (M, W, F), 12:00 p.m. (T & Th), 8:00 a.m. (Sat) Español: 6:00 p.m. (Jueves) RECONCILIATION Tuesday: 11:15-11:50 a.m. Thursday: 11:15-11:50 a.m., 5:00-5:50 p.m. Saturday: 8:30-10:00 a.m., 3:30-4:30 p.m. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Monday - Sunday (24 hours)
PARISH OFFICE: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. (closed noon to 1 p.m.) 7601 Burnet Road, Austin, 78757 512-454-0384 SCHOOL OFFICE: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 2114 St. Joseph Blvd., Austin, 78757 512-614-6622 www.slcsaustin.org LIFELONG CHRISTIAN FORMATION OFFICE: Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. (closed noon to 1 p.m.) EARLY CHILDHOOD OFFICE: Monday - Friday, 7:45 a.m. - 5 p.m. 512-614-6544 www.st-louis.org/ecdc
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I N M EM O RY BISHOP JOHN E. MCCARTHY June 21, 1930 – August 18, 2018
effort. In the midst of a nation coming to grips with racism and systemic poverty, the CCHD provided a means for local communities to fund selfhelp programs and hold civic leaders accountable for community improvements.
It is with great sadness that we announce Bishop John E. McCarthy, third bishop of Austin, died August 18 at his home, surrounded by his family. Let us give thanks to God for the priest and bishop that he was to so many people, here in Austin, Galveston-Houston and throughout the country and world. Please keep his family in your prayers. The son of George and Grace (O’Brien) McCarthy, he was born in Houston on June 21, 1930 The product of Catholic education (All Saints Elementary and St. Thomas High School), he attended St. Mary’s Seminary and the University of St. Thomas, earning a bachelor’s degree in 1956. On May 26 of the same year, he was ordained a Roman Catholic priest at St. Mary Cathedral Basilica in Galveston.
Father McCarthy returned to Houston in 1969 as pastor of St. Theresa Parish. There, he developed a “Sister in Social Services” program which became a model adopted by Catholic Charities USA as parish social ministry. In 1973, he was named executive director of the Texas Catholic Conference, the Texas bishops’ state agency. Six years later, he was appointed an auxiliary bishop for the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston.
In 1986 he was appointed the third bishop of Austin. He came to a diocese whose see city, Austin, was still something of a sleepy college town. The His ministry in the church started at St. Pius ParDiocese had about 115,000 Catholics who gathered ish, Pasadena, where he inaugurated a social ministry program at the parish. He relished telling how in 107 parishes. By the time he retired, 14 years later, there were about 400,000 Catholics and 20 more he would give a box of groceries to parishioners parishes. Bishop McCarthy began a whirlwind of and ask them to hand deliver to a needy family, efforts to meet the needs of his burgeoning diocese, thereby gifting the giver with a better understandestablishing missionary programs abroad and at ing of the causes and ramifications of poverty. home, opening Catholic schools and parishes as more people moved into the Austin area. He also He quoted the Scripture “by our works you will launched its first Synod, expanded its retreat center, know us” often during his career, which includpromoted lay engagement in administrative aspects ed first St. Cecilia and then All Saints parishes in Houston, before being appointed executive director of the Church and oversaw major initiative with a parish near Monterrey, Mexico and the Diocese of of the Bishops’ Committee for Spanish-speaking Juticalpa, Honduras. Perhaps all of his work could Catholics based in San Antonio. One of the committee’s most notable actions during his tenure was be summed up in his signature conclusion, “Let us go forth, and let us go forth together.” support of farm workers in improving their situation. After his retirement on January 2, 2001, Bishop McCarthy enjoyed numerous hobbies, including a A two-year stint in Washington, D.C., from 1967 blog. In 2013, he published a collection of his writto 1969, allowed him to be one of the founders of ings, “Off the Cuff and Over the Collar: Common the Catholic Campaign for Human Development, now the U.S. bishops’ major domestic anti-poverty Sense Catholicism”. 3
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ANNOUNCEMENTS/ANUNCIOS Blessed Herman Society
Ministerios Hispanos
Do you have a disability or other special need? How about your child, parent, or neighbor? What would make parish and sacramental life work better for you? Join us for the first-ever meeting August 29 at 7pm in Wozniak Hall for the Blessed Herman Society, a ministry to serve parishioners with special needs or disabilities of any kind. This will be a listening session to hear your stories and experience and begin crafting a ministry that supports everyone, regardless of ability, in pursuing a life of faith. What’s working well already? Where is the greatest need?
• Sacramentos de Iniciacion Para Adultos | Se les invita a todas aquellas personas que necesiten recibir algún Sacramento de iniciación (Bautismo, Reconciliación/ Comunión o Confirmación) a inscribirse en el programa de clases de Sacramentos para Adultos. Para inscribirse diríjase a la oficina de los Ministerios Hispanos. ¡No pierda la oportunidad!
Seniors The Senior Friendship Circle will meet on August 29th, 9:00-11:30am in Wozniak Hall. Come join us for cards, dominoes, play chicken foot or try your luck at the pool table. Bring a snack to share with the morning coffee. For more information on the Friendship Circle, email seniors@st-louis.org
¿SIENTES EL LLAMADO DE DIOS
A SER CATEQUISTA?
• Clases de Educación Religiosa: Ahora es el momento de inscribirse para las clases de Educación Religiosa. Venga a la Oficina de Educación Religiosa para llenar la planilla de inscripción. Si su hijo/a se está registrando para el segundo año de catecismo a fin de recibir los Sacramentos, por favor traiga una copia del certificado de bautismo del niño. Las clases comenzarán el 9 de septiembre. ¡Los esperamos en la clase de catecismo! Horario de Inscripciones: Lun a Je 9:00 a 11:30 a.m. & 1:00 a 7:00 p.m. Hasta 23 de Agosto de 2018. Los primeros en inscribirse tendrán la opción de escoger qué día de la semana quieren asistir. También puede registrarse online en: www.stlouis.org/lcf-registration-espanol • Clases Prematrimoniales “Lo que dios ha unido no lo separa el hombre” (Mateo 19,6) ¿Estas comprometido, casado solo por lo civil, o viviendo en unión libre? ¿Deseas recibir el Sacramento del Matrimonio bendiciendo el amor de tu familia? Asiste al programa de preparación matrimonial. Te ayudamos con mucho gusto. K of C Ladies Auxiliary
CATEQUESIS Educación Religiosa básica y formación continua en la fe para niños desde Pre-K hasta 8º grado ¡HAY MUCHAS OPCIONES COMO VOLUNTARIO! SI QUIERE SER CATEQUISTA, VISITE: WWW.ST-LOUIS.ORG/CATECHIST-VOLUNTEER-FORM-ESPANOL O LLAME O ENVÍE UN EMAIL A
The Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary cordially invites all ladies over the age of 18 years of age whose husband, father, son, brother, sweetheart and/or widow or daughter of a deceased member to its Annual Ice Cream Social which will be held on August 27th at 7pm in Wozniak hall meeting room #1. Come out and meet, greet, and or join the Auxiliary which is an important adjunct to the Knights of Columbus Council # 5967 in delivering charitable services to its members and to Saint Louis Parish.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS/ANUNCIOS High School Young Church Presents: First Fest
ST. LOUIS YOUNG ADULTS
9.16.2018
6:30-8:00 pm. Courtyard
Music. Food Booths. Friends. Fair Booths. Open Gym
CONTACT ALISSA.MOLINA@ST-LOUIS.ORG
St. Louis Young Adults, ages 18-35 are invited to a social on Sunday, August 26th, from 5:00-7:00pm. Come hang out and meet Fr. Jesse Martinez who will be grilling brats for everyone. The parish provides drinks (non-alcoholic), chips and dessert. This is a great chance for us to reconnect after a busy summer, welcome new friends and socialize. Afterwards, we can all head over to Vespers and then out afterward as a group, if you’re able. Please join us and bring a friend!!
SPIRITUAL SPA
SPA ESPIRITUAL
Ladies- Set aside time to join with the women of St. Louis and take time to refresh your soul.
Damas, Únanse a las mujeres de St. Louis y vengan a disfrutar un tiempo juntas para refrescar el alma...
SEPTEMBER 15, MASS AT 8 A.M.
SEPTIEMBRE 15, MISA A LAS 8 A.M.
Registration forms available in the narthex
Formas para registrarse disponibles en el narthex
HOSTED BY ST. LOUIS WOMEN’S CLUB & THE GUADALUPANAS
ORGANIZADO PR: EL CLUB DE DEAMAS DE ST. LOUIS Y LAS GUADALUPANAS
Refresh your soul!
¡Refresca tu alma!
followed by breakfast and a program in Wozniak Hall
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Continuaremos con un desayuno y un tiempo de reflexión
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Catholic Scripture Study CATHOLIC SCRIPTURE STUDY resumes on Wednesday, September 5th, from 9:30-11:30am, in the Church. This year’s study is the Acts of the Apostles, written by noted Bible scholar Steven Ray with materials provided by Catholic Scripture Study International. The 28-week course runs through early May, and weekly classes include guided group discussion and video commentary. There is a suggested donation to cover material costs which can be paid online or with cash/ checks at classes throughout the year. For questions, email cssaustin@yahoo.com or go to www. cssaustin.org to register online. Pre-registration is necessary to be assigned to a study group. Men and women from all around Central Texas have enjoyed CSS here at St. Louis for over 20 years. Please join us and bring a friend! Words of Hope Banquet 11th Annual Caritas of Austin, Words of Hope Banquet, will be Thursday, September 20 at the JW Marriott Austin. Sponsored by Austin Subaru, the featured speaker will be former Dallas Cowboy Emmitt Smith! Tickets are now on sale! Help Caritas of Austin raise a record amount to support their ongoing work to end homelessness in Austin. Contact them for ticket information at communications@caritasofaustin.org Sunday Nursery Sunday Nursery will return from summer break beginning September 9. The Austin Baroque Orchestra and Chorus will present a program of French music celebrating the 300th anniversary of the founding of New Orleans on Saturday, September 1st, 7:30 pm in the St. Louis Chapel. Tickets available at the door are $30 general, $25 senior, $10 young adults and $5 students. Music associated with Louis XIV through Louis XVI will include works by Lully, Rameau, de Lalande, Mondonville, and more.
If your child is registering for the second year of Sacraments Class, please bring a copy of his/her Baptismal Certificate. Classes will start September 9. Registration Schedule: Mon - Thu 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. & 1:00 to 7:00 p.m. through August 23. First come, first serve to select class days. You can also register online at: www.st-louis.org/lcf-registration
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MASS TIMES, READINGS, INTENTIONS Monday
August 27 | Saint Monica
Readings:
2 Thes 1:1-5, 11-12; Ps 96:1-2a, 2b-3, 4-5; Mt 23:13-22
Masses:
7 a.m.
Tuesday
August 28 | Saint Augustine, Bishop and Doctor
STEWARDSHIP Actual Collection
Budget
VARIANCE:
Over
Under
August 29 | The Passion of Saint John the Baptist
Readings:
2 Thes 3:6-10, 16-18; Ps 128:1-2, 4-5; Mk 6:17-29
Masses:
7 a.m.
Thursday
August 30
Readings:
1 Cor 1:1-9; Ps 145:2-3, 4-5, 6-7; Mt 24:42-51
Bobby Vernengo Sr.
Masses:
11:15 a.m.
Confessions
12 p.m.
Frank Bartolo+
5 p.m.
Confessions
6 p.m.
Catarina Vasquez – Thanksgiving
Friday
August 31
Readings:
1 Cor 1:17-25; Ps 33:1-2, 4-5, 10-11; Mt 25:1-13
Masses:
7 a.m.
Bernard Gretencord – Birthday
8 a.m.
School Mass – Jerome Tobolka+
Saturday
September 1
Readings:
1 Cor 1:26-31; Ps 33:12-13, 18-19, 20-21; Mt 25:14-30
Masses:
8 a.m.
Olivia Gutierres
8:30 a.m.
Confessions
3:30 p.m.
Confessions
5 p.m.
M/M Julius Kutach Sr+
8/
12
8/
– 11
$25,840.50
Wednesday
$259,044.89
Edward P. Alvarez+
$284,885.39
Confessions
12 p.m.
$11,044.65
11:15 a.m.
$83,202.25
Masses:
$94,246.90
2 Thes 2:1-3a, 14-17; Ps 96:10, 11-12, 13; Mt 23:23-26
$33,145.94
of the Church
Readings:
$7,756.61
$40,902.55
Cecilia Lopez
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Additional Contributions to Ministries for 8/11–8/12: Food Pantry
$2,018.50
School Trust Fund Social Ministries
$245.00 $3,577.71
Farm Ministry St. Vincent DePaul
$158.50 $1,675.00
Mobile Loaves & Fishes
$578.00
Feast Day celebrated at Vigil with dinner in Wozniak afterward Sunday
September 2 | 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Readings:
Dt 4:1-2, 6-8; Ps 15:2-3, 3-4, 4-5; Jas 1:17-18, 21b-22, 27;
Mk 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23
Masses:
6 a.m.
George Shore+
7:30 a.m.
Josephine Bartolo+
9:30 a.m.
Hortense Svehlak+
11:30 a.m.
Josephine Bartolo+
1:30 p.m.
Pro Populo
5 p.m.
Dede Cantu
7 p.m.
Solemn Vespers with Benediction
7
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