Building the Kingdom
Saint Louis King of France Catholic Church & School
CLERGY Rev. James A. Misko, Pastor Rev. David Trahan, Parochial Vicar Rev. Alberto Carbajal, Parochial Vicar Rev. Paul Kasun, OSB, In Residence
DEACONS Rev. Dr. Al Cuevas Rev. Mr. Rob Embry Rev. Mr. Alfredo Villa Rev. Mr. Tony Pynes
MASS SCHEDULE Saturday: 8 a.m. & 5 p.m. Sunday: English: 7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. Spanish: 6 a.m., 1:30 p.m. & 5 p.m. Weekdays: English: 7 a.m. Monday - Friday 12 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday Spanish: 6 p.m. Tuesday & Thursday Nursery: Sunday: 9:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. Masses (Infants to 5 years only; Free)
RECONCILIATION Thursday: 6:30-7:15 p.m. Saturday: 8:30-10 a.m., 3:30-4:30 p.m. EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Monday - Sunday (24 hours) SCHOOL OFFICE HOURS Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
OFFICE HOURS: MONDAY - FRIDAY, 9 A.M. - NOON. 1 P.M. - 6 P.M. Adult & Family Ministry Amy Allert, M.Th., Director Business Office Brenda Beltran, Business Administrator Childhood Ministry Beatriz Franceschi, Director Early Childhood Ministry Mary Beth Skinnell, Director Hispanic Adult & Family Ministry Sumayah Abullarade, Director Liturgy Bea Lamb, Director Music Chris Oelkers, Director Senior Ministry Coral Migoni-Ryan, M.Th., M.Div. Director Social Ministry Bea Dela Rosa, Director St. Louis Catholic School Tina Juarez-Bailey, Ph.D., Interim Principal Youth Ministry Paul Stadelman, Director 7601 BURNET ROAD, AUSTIN, TEXAS 78757 | 512 . 454 . 0384 | WWW.ST-LOUIS.ORG |
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Forming Our Faith Mass Times, Readings & Intentions
Generous Hearts
Monday Readings: Masses: Tuesday Readings: Masses: Wednesday Readings: Masses: Thursday Readings: Masses: Friday Readings: Masses: Saturday Readings: Masses: Sunday Readings: Masses: Compline:
October 26 Rom 8:12-17; Ps 68; Lk 13:10-17 7 a.m. Protection from terrorism 11:15 a.m. Confessions 12 p.m. Alex McNair+ October 27 Rom 8:18-25; Ps 126; Lk 13:18-21 7 a.m. Jim Dunlap+ 6 p.m. St. Louis Priests & Deacons October 28 | Saints Simon and Jude, Apostles Eph 2:19-22; Ps 19; Lk 6:12-16 7 a.m. Frankie Hyzak+ 11:15 a.m. Confessions 12 p.m. Paul Edward Balash+ October 29 Rom 8:31b-39; Ps 109; Lk 13:31-35 7 a.m. Eric Driskill+ 6 p.m. “J.T.” 6:30 p.m. Confessions October 30 Rom 9:1-5; Ps 147; Lk 14:1-6 7 a.m. Charles Muela+ 8 a.m. School Mass – Inez Gross 11:15 a.m. Confessions 12 p.m. Trice Family October 31 Rom 11:1-2a, 11-12, 25-29; Ps 94; Lk 14:1, 7-11 8 a.m. Sonny Beyer+ 8:30 a.m. Confessions 3:30 p.m. Confessions 5 p.m. Dr. Juan Alvarez+ November 1 | All Saints Rv 7:2-4, 9-14; Ps 24; 1 Jn 3:1-3; Mt 5:1-12a 6 a.m. Santos Cahuich+ 7:30 a.m. Pro Populo 9:30 a.m. Fred McNair+ 11:30 a.m. Douglas Moore+ 1:30 p.m. Rose Marie Linan 5 p.m. Alvin DeVane+ 9 p.m.
Living Our Faith
The story in today’s gospel begins with a very large crowd following Jesus. Yet, among all the activity, Bartimaeus manages to get Jesus’ attention. Not at first, but with his persistence in proclaiming that Jesus as “the Son of David.” Even with the rebuke of those around him, his eagerness and sincerity are evident. There is something more to Bartimaeus. He has a very childlike acceptance of the Lord, and Jesus recognizes it. Unlike the rich young man two weeks ago, and James and John last week, Bartimaeus is not there to trade deeds or loyalty with Jesus for salvation. He simply wants to see and is willing to humble himself before the Lord to accept whatever blessing Jesus bestows. “Go your way,” Jesus tells Bartimaeus, “your faith has saved you.” And Bartimaeus, realizing that Jesus is his “way,” immediately begins to follow him. It can be difficult in today’s frenetic and entitled world to simply humble ourselves and ask for God’s help with a pure heart. But when we do, our faith will show us the way to follow Jesus more clearly, just as Bartimaeus did.
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10/10-10/11 Month to date Year to date
Actual Collection
$37,320.61 $84,636.02 $573,632.45
Ministry Programs Building Fund Pledges $117.00 $69.55 Children's Collection $329.00 Farm Ministry $2,672.50 Food Pantry Mobile Loaves & Fishes $653.00 $569.00 School Trust Fund $3,318.45 Social Ministries $2,256.00 St. Vincent DePaul
Goal
$34,183.31 $80,557.99 $540,959.27
Variance Over (Under)
$3,137.30 $4,078.03 $32,673.18
Thank you for all you do to support our parish and put feet on our faith!
Online gifts can be made at: st-louis.weshareonline.org PILGRIMAGE TO ITALY! Look for brochures in the narthex
tract racks! The trip takes place between December 27, 2016 to January 5, 2017. This 10-day choir pilgrimage will include Florence, Siena, Assisi, Rome and Vatican City. Our choir will be participating at a Papal Mass with His Holiness, Pope France, for the January 1st Feast Day of Mary in the Basilica of St. Ignatius. You don't have to be a choir member to attend! Special tours of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica ,and more are included. This all-inclusive package will include airfare from Austin and is coordinated by Peter's Way Tours. For more information, contact Chris Oelkers at chris.oelkers@st-louis.org DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME will
end at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 1st. Don’t forget to “fall back” one hour and set your clocks accordingly!
Viviendo Nuestra Fe
La historia del evangelio de hoy empieza con un grupo de personas siguiendo a Jesús. Y entre toda la actividad, Bartimeo logra ganar la atención de Jesús. No al principio, pero al fin lo logra con su persistencia en proclamar que Jesús es “el Hijo de David”. Aun con los reproches de los que lo rodean, su sinceridad y su entusiasmo son evidentes. Pero existe algo más en Bartimeo. Tiene una confianza inmensa y Jesús lo reconoce. Distinto al hombre rico o a Santiago y Juan, Bartimeo no quiere cambiar obras o lealtad para la salvación. El simplemente quiere ver y esta dispuesto a ser humilde ante Jesús Nuestro Señor para recibir cualquier bendición que El quiera dar. “Anda, tu fe te ha salvado,” Jesús le dice a Bartimeo. Mientras Bartimeo, en darse cuenta que Jesús es el camino, inmediatamente lo sigue. Es difícil hoy en día, en la cultura que nos dice que tenemos cualquier derecho que deseamos, a humillarnos ante Dios para pedir Su ayuda con un corazón puro. Pero cuando lo hacemos, nuestra fe nos ayudará a seguir a Jesús, tal como Bartimeo.
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FUN FEST 2015 IS TODAY! Today is
Fun Fest, and St. Louis Catholic School invites all parishioners and friends to join the celebration. Come out to the parking lot for games and prizes. Inside Wozniak Hall, you'll find food, BINGO, the Silent Auction, and the Country Store. The field offers exciting activities for children and adults alike. The raffle drawing will be held at 2:30pm on the main stage, and we have lots to keep you busy before and after that. Our school is your school; thank you for your generous support. Remember, Fun Fest runs TODAY ONLY from 11am to 4pm. PARISH LIBRARY | Come enjoy a quiet time in the parish
library away from that dirty laundry waiting or the dust gathering on the furniture. Bring the kids and take time to read to them from the children's collection. Pick up a book about your favorite saint or learn more about Pope Francis. We are open most Sundays from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. and Wednesdays each week from 9:00 - noon and 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. The St. Louis Parish Library will be closed on the following days: Sunday, October 25 for Fun Fest and Sunday, November 8 for the CRSP Men's Retreat.
Fall Priests Series
OCTOBER 8 – NOVEMBER 5
ANNouNcemeNts
YES, WE ARE SELLING TAMALES AGAIN! The Knights
of Columbus, Council #5967, is again selling tamales in Wozniak Hall after the 6:00am, 7:30am and the 9:30am Masses (during the first three Sundays of each month). Proceeds from the sale of the tamales will be deposited in the KofC Charity Account that is used for “Special Charity Donations.” Cost for a dozen is $7.00. If you are unable to pick up your tamales at the above times, please call Kirby Krause at (512) 453-4823 and he will make arrangements to ensure you can purchase your tamales for those holiday parties! ST. LOUIS FARM | Thank you to everyone who came out to help at the St. Louis Farm Work Days! We had two very productive Saturdays, and we look forward to watching the Farm bear the fruits of your labor. If you had a great time, or if you couldn't make it those weekends, please join us during weekly work hours, which are every Thursday from 4-6pm and every Saturday from 9-11am. With the cooler fall days and new crops needing nurturing, it's the perfect time to come out and help us in our mission to provide fresh vegetables to the St. Louis Food Pantry! The Farm is located at the southeastern corner of the church property- near the corner of St. Joseph and Hardy Street. Email us at stlouisfarmatx@ gmail.com if you have any questions.
BEING CATHOLIC IN A MODERN AMERICA | Join us for our Fall Priests
Series with Fr. James Misko and Fr. David Trahan on Thursday evenings from 7:008:30pm, through November 5. This five-part series will address the difficult questions of our time, including Catholic theology on marriage and family, human sexuality, beginning and end of life issues, bio-ethics and prayer. Each session will consist of a presentation by Fathers Misko and Trahan with table chats and group discussion. Come enrich your understanding of how relevant and important our faith is in today’s culture! A companion text for the class will be Craig Gay’s The Way of the Modern World. Purchase of this book is not necessary for class participation, but you are invited to buy a copy on your own if you would like to explore this resource in depth
MASS FOR
ALL SOULS DAY MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2ND 7:00 PM MAIN CHURCH Parishioners are encouraged to bring photos of your deceased loved ones for this 7pm Mass. Tables will be set-up near the podiums where you can place your photos. The Pascal candles that burned at funeral Masses over the years will also be displayed as a reminder of the Light of Christ to which we are all called at death. Please join us in remembrance of those who have gone before us.
HANDS OF MERCY is the theme for this year’s annual Catholic Services Appeal for the Diocese of Austin. The CSA
kicks off November 7-8 and you are invited to bring your personalized CSA envelopes for the second collection that day. (Envelopes will also be available in the pews.) Your donation to the CSA is a powerful witness of God’s love. By contributing, you are helping those in need, promoting a culture of life, supporting religious vocations, reaching out to youth in campus ministries/youth programs, and bringing people to God through spirituality and worship. Please prayerfully consider what you might give to assist this important work of the Church of Central Texas. 3
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Forming Our Faith EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Ages 8 Months to Pre-k Mary Beth Skinnell, Director marybeth.skinnell@st-louis.org 512-614-6551
ADULT & FAMILY MINISTRY Amy Allert, M.th, Director amy.allert@st-louis.org Ext. 220
WOMEN
OF FAITH A.M. began discussions on “Walking with Mary” by renowned Catholic author Edward Sri on Oct 21st. Attend 8 AM Mass in the main nave at St. Louis, and meet afterwards in the cafeteria for breakfast and discussion. (If Mass is not held, we start at 8AM in the cafeteria. ) No registration is necessary and books should be purchased individually prior to the Oct 21st meeting. For questions or to receive an email reminder, please contact Kim Barger kimb@bargers.com WOMEN OF FAITH P.M. meets Tuesdays, 7:00 to 8:30
p.m. in the school library. We are reading and discussing “Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World” by Joanna Weaver. For more info email vicsmailbox@sbcglobal.net
Ms. Mary Beth read "Pete the Cat and the Five Little Pumpkins" to the Guiding Shepherds class that made pumpkins!
SENIOR MINISTRY
Ages 50 & Over Coral Migoni-Ryan, M.Th., M.Div., Director coral.migoni-ryan@st-louis.org Ext. 206
FRIENDSHIP GROUP | will meet on Wednesday, October
28 in Meeting Room 1 of Wozniak Hall from 9:00-11:30 a.m. for games and fellowship. Come and meet the people you sit next to at retreats and Mass. Teach us new games, exchange books, bring your knitting and sewing. Anyone is welcome. Bring a neighbor or a friend. We would like to get to know you. For more information, please phone the Senior Ministry office.
TAKING ABORTION FROM DEBATE TO DIALOGUE
Interactive Workshop provided by Justice for All. Date: Thursday, November 12, 2015 Time: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Location: Wozniak Hall Main Room LITURGICAL MINISTRY Bea Lamb, Director bea.lamb@st-louis.org Ext. 213
SCRIPTURE CLASS (ACTS OF THE APOSTLES CHAPTER 20) | will meet on Tuesday, October 27 from
10:30 a.m. – noon in the Main Room of Wozniak Hall. Everyone is invited.. A RETREAT focusing on the main ideas of Pope Francis’
Encyclical on the Environment –Laudato Si and some of the ways that we can apply the teachings will be presented by Father Justin Udomah, Pastor of St. Ferdinand Parish in Blanco and Good Shepherd in Johnson City. The retreat will be on Saturday, November 14 from 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. A donation $6.00 is requested to help defray the cost of the afterMass refreshments and lunch. Everyone is invited to attend. For reservations and/or more information, please contact the Senior Ministry office by November 12. October 25, 2015
WELCOME MINISTRY | Are you a friendly and outgoing
individual? Do you usually greet new people you meet with a smile across your face? Do you love your church and can’t wait to tell others about it? Then we want you to become part of the St. Louis Welcome Ministry. Aside from greeting newcomers after each 9:30/11:30 Mass, we are looking to expand our presence at the 5pm Vigil, provide campus tours, a welcome breakfast and small mementoes for newcomers. Contact Bea Lamb for information at 512-454-0384 ext. 213. HOMEBOUND MINISTRY TRAINING CLASS FOR NEW MINISTERS | Tuesday, October 27 at 7:00 p.m. in
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Forming Our Faith ST. LOUIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL excellence in education pre k4 through 8th grade mrs. Tina Juarez-Bailey, P.hd., Interim Principal
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This past week, many of our students took part in the Altar Server Elevation ceremony. Our students beginning in the 4th grade may participate in the Altar Server program at St. Louis. Upon an appropriate time of training and observations, they may be elevated into the next level of the Altar Server program. We are very proud to have had over 20 students elevated into higher levels of altar serving; as well as students who are alumni of St. Louis still participating in the program. We are very proud of our students and their continued choices to actively walk with their faith. Blessings, Ms. Tamara Luera Director of Advancement tamara.luera@slcsaustin.org
MUSIC MINISTRY
The Heart of St. Louis
Chris Oelkers, Director Chris.Oelkers@st-louis.org Ext. 202
MUSIC MINISTRY BENEFIT CONCERT| Saturday,
November 7th at 7:00 pm, Main Church Members of our 11:30 am Mass choir along with Cody Ireland, piano and James Gibson, guitar, will present a very special program of contemporary music in the main church. Admission is free, but donations are gratefully accepted!
FESTIVE ORGAN CONCERT | Sunday, November 8th at
7:30 pm, Main Church. Join us for an exciting concert, featuring the music of French composer Cesar Franck! Chris Oelkers, along with members of the local chapter of the American Guild of Organists will present this varied program in the main church. Admission is free, and you are also invited to attend Compline in the chapel, which follows immediately after the concert. 5
ANNUAL APPEAL St. Louis Catholic School is committed to providing a quality, affordable Catholic education for students in and around the Austin area. Providing a quality program, however, results in a difference between what is paid in tuition and the actual cost to educate each child. Thankfully for decades St. Louis Catholic School has been faithfully supported by the good people of this parish and countless others who have given precious resources to ensure that we continue this tradition. From October through December, please look for the Heart of St. Louis Annual Appeal brochures and envelopes in the Church. You are invited to give a one-time gift or to pledge your ongoing support to help our amazing school strengthen the Heart of Christ, in the Heart of Austin. The Annual Appeal is your opportunity to join in the mission of St. Louis Catholic School, as we prepare the leaders of tomorrow with the light of Christ as their guide.
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feet on Our Faith SOCIAL MINISTRIES
Bea Dela Rosa, Director bea.delarosa@st-louis.org ext. 265
SVDP | Please find it in your hearts to volunteer
for this wonderful, self-gratifying service. You can make a difference! Training and spiritual support provided by the group. Please contact Linda St.Clair: hmstorrin@yahoo.com. We meet on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. at the Social Ministries Building. Come by to see what we do. WE STILL NEED YOUR HELP - RETIREES AND STAY-AT-HOME MOMS/DADS, we
need help with picking up donations in the mornings from 9:30-11:30 A.M. on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. There are three retail stores that donate to the Food Pantry. FOOD PANTRY | We are in need of: corn,
peanut butter, both brown and white rice, dry pinto beans, oat meal, cooking oil, flour and sugar. Please drop off at Social Ministries Building off St Joseph’s Blvd.
PLEASE HELP - ST. LOUIS GABRIEL PROJECT is in need of baby toiletries: shampoo,
lotion, Desitin, baby wipes, Q-tips and baby powder. Also we need baby clothes, boys and girls – newborn to 18 months. Drop off at the Social Ministries Building. ML&F | We are in dire need of gently used (no
stains) t-shirts, all sizes for both men and women. (No pants please). Toiletry items are needed as well. ST. LOUIS CUB SCOUT PACK 89 is working with Social
Ministries to collect items for Mobile Loaves and Fishes. The boys will be collecting the items before each Mass on October 31st and November 1st. Needed items are travel size toothpaste, toothbrushes and deodorant. We especially need clean socks and t-shirts. Thank you for your generosity in helping Social Ministries and Cub Scouts with this project.
MINISTERIOS HISPANOS
de Adultos y Familias Sumayah Abullarade, Director SUMAYAH.ABULLARADE@ST-LOUIS.ORG EXT. 216
CLASES PREMATRIMONIALES “Unidos En
SACRAMENTOS DE INICIACION PARA ADULTOS | Se les invita a todas aquellas
El Amor De Dios” “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. ¡No faltes al llamado que Dios te hace para darte Su bendición!
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 las oficinas del PEC, o a la oficina de los Ministerios Hispanos.
TALLERES DE ORACION Y VIDA del Padre Ignacio
GRUPO DE ORACION “Estén siempre contentos. Oren
Larrañaga es un método práctico para aprender a orar en una manera ordenada y progresiva, basándose en la biblia y teniendo a Cristo como el centro. El taller es una fuente de vocaciones apostólicas con un carácter totalmente práctico y experimental. Es un taller liberador y sanador a través del conocimiento de Dios y de uno mismo. Para más información, comunicase con Mercedes Murillo al 512-939-0301 ESTUDIO BÍBLICO | “Ama la Biblia y la sabiduría te
amará; ámala y ella te protegerá; hónrala y ella te abrazará; estas son las joyas que deberás usar en tu pecho y en tus oídos” (San Jerónimo, Carta a Demetrias) Si quiere tener un mejor conocimiento de toda la Biblia, y tener un camino espiritual más profundo con los textos bíblicos acompáñanos a estudiar el programa Estudio de Biblia En Español sencillo. Estudiaremos todos los martes de 7:00 a 9:00 p.m. En el sótano del PEC empezando del 22 de septiembre 2015. October 25, 2015
en todo momento. Den gracias a Dios por todo, porque esto es lo que él quiere de ustedes como creyentes en Cristo Jesús.” “1Tesalonisenses 5: 16-18’’ Todos están invitados a orar y alabar a Dios, en comunidad, presentándole al Señor nuestras peticiones, en un ambiente de alegría y gozo, y aprendiendo de las enseñanzas de la Iglesia con charlas impartidas por nuestros miembros de los diversos ministerios de la Iglesia St. Louis King of France, ven a gozarte en el Señor! cada Martes en el Salón parroquial Wozniak desde las 7:00 a las 9:00 p.m. JOURNEY OF HOPE | St. Albert the Great Parish is hosting
a program this Sunday, October 25th from 7:00-8:00pm in the Parish Hall sponsored by Journey of Hope – from Violence to Healing, an organization that is led by murder victim family members who conduct public speaking tours on alternatives to the death penalty. These speakers are from all walks of life and are real people who know first-hand the aftermath and horror of murder. Come hear about their powerful journey to forgiveness.
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feet on Our Faith BABY BANKS have gone out and you are asked to fill
them with your loose change during the month of October, returning them to the Church Office by November 1st. Your donations will help sustain pro-life efforts in our parish and throughout the diocese. Thank you for your support! ST. JOHN PAUL II LIFE CENTER will have its annual
benefit dinner on Wednesday, November 11th, 7:00pm, Renaissance Hotel. Save the date for this “Stars of Hope� dinner featuring Fr. Mike Schmitz, a leading Catholic speakers. For sponsorships and tickets, go to www.jpiilifecenter.org ATTENTION PROFESSIONAL CATHOLICS!
The Catholic Business Network will hold its next meeting on November 4th at St. William Catholic Church, Round Rock, TX. All Catholic Business Professionals are invited to attend and network in an effort to form trusted relationships based on Catholic values The meeting begins at 7:30am and will end by 9am. This month our guest speaker will be Michael Bakonyi speaking about the impactful changes the Affordable Care Act will have on small businesses. If you are a business owner, you do not want to miss this very informative meeting! To register, go to: http://catholicbiznetwork.org
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Please pray for the spiritual, physical & emotional needs of: Dale Hall Elizabeth Knapp K. Gressett Tish Burnham Newt LeBlanc Ed Crisp Angel Ontiveros Bunny Newby Mary Lou Tierney Timothy Williams Melva Flores Gabby Lara Basil Philippy Pam Polley Shirley LeBlanc Elissa Fox
Cecilia Harris Robert Rivera Frank Hipolito John Trevino Pat Long Dora Ann Castilleja Jenifer Medina Rose Marie Linan Mack Linan Jeannie Comeaux Bernice Vrabel Kiara Sandavol Ronald Collins Amelia Barron Max Segrets Louise Lange Geraldine Rowe
Pedro Castillo Victor Chapa Isabel Luna Roy Alexander Tommie Gauntt Izaiah Dela Rosa Dorothy Tierney Madeline Withoff Patricia Faucheaux Alvera Peschka Loraine Reese Alice McCluskey Martha Tschoerner Janice Pharr Rachel Lopez Stephanie Merenda
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