THE SPIRIT OF ST. LOUIS a weekly bulletin & newsletter July 15, 2018 • 15 th Sunday in Ordinary Time
ST. LOUIS PRESENTS: MICHAEL GORMLEY ON THE INTERIOR LIFE July 16 at 7:00 p.m. Main Church Michael has been leading evangelization and ministry efforts for the past 10 years, both as a full-time parish staff member and as a speaker and consultant for parishes, dioceses, and Catholic campus ministries. He has his Undergraduate Degrees in both Philosophy and Theology, and a Masters in Arts in Theology and Christian Ministry, from Franciscan University of Steubenville, Ohio. He currently serves as the Coordinator of Evangelization at St Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in The Woodlands. Michael is also the founder and creative director of LayEvangelist.com, and the producer and cohost of a Catholic young adult podcast Catching Foxes, which discusses the collision of Faith and Culture. He is married to his college sweetheart, Shannon, and they have 4 children and get about 3 hours of sleep a night, which is alright by him. Come hear Michael “Gomer” Gormley speak on the interior spiritual life that all Catholics should have. Monday, July 16 at 7:00 p.m. in the Main Church - no cost. You won’t want to miss this! Sponsored by ACTS Ministry.
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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)
THIS WEEK AT ST. LOUIS Parish Staff Retreat Days: July 17-18 Our Church and Religious Education Offices will be closed on TuesdayWednesday, July 17-18, as the staff takes time away from the office (and in the office) to reflect, plan and collaborate together for the coming year. Offices reopen on Thursday, July 19, for regular hours.
LIVING VOICES
Choral Vespers: 7 p.m. Weekdays: 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
The King’s Institute of Theology presents
“Living Voices: Ancient Spirituality for a Modern World” What do our ancient Catholic roots have to do with our modern lives? How do those early Voices influence our Church today? Join Deacon Henry Finch for a six-week exploration of Early Church spirituality and its importance for modern Catholic living. Wednesdays, through July 18th | Wozniak Hall, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
SCHOOL OFFICE: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 2114 St. Joseph Blvd., Austin, 78757 512-614-6622 www.slcsaustin.org
Men’s Retreat | July 19-22
LIFELONG CHRISTIAN FORMATION OFFICE: Monday - Thursday, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. (closed noon to 1 p.m.)
A time to set aside your busy schedule, begin new friendships, and reconnect with God. The retreat will begin on Thursday evening, July 19, and continue through the weekend, ending with an 11:30 Mass on Sunday, July 22 at St. Louis.
EARLY CHILDHOOD OFFICE: Monday - Friday, 7:45 a.m. - 5 p.m. 512-614-6544 www.st-louis.org/ecdc
For more information email tom.carani@st-louis.org or ptucker001@gmail.com Register Now: www.st-louis.org/acts
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WELCOME // BIENVENIDO Welcome to St. Louis King of France Catholic Church & School. We are glad you’re here! We invite anyone here for the first time, or new to the parish, to stop by our Welcome Desk as you exit to the left in the narthex. Existing parishioners needing ministry information are asked to stop there too. We hope that you may find warmth and happiness in our parish and we look forward to getting to know you personally. Bienvenido a St. Louis King of France Catholic Church & School. ¡Estamos contentos de que estés aquí! Invitamos a cualquiera que esté aquí por primera vez o nuevo en la parroquia a pasar por nuestro Escritorio de bienvenida al salir a la izquierda en el narthex. Además, a los feligreses existentes que deseen información sobre unirse a ministerios se les pide que pasen por aquí. Oramos para que encuentres calidez y felicidad en nuestra parroquia y esperamos poder llegar a conocerte personalmente.
CONNECT // CONECTAR o WWW.ST-LOUIS.ORG f WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/STLOUISAUSTIN l @STLOUISAUSTIN x COFFEE WITH THE COLLARS i @STLOUISAUSTIN INVITATION TO SERVE There are many opportunities for you to share your gifts and talents here at St. Louis. We invite you to prayerfully consider joining one of the many ministries that we have on campus. Below are a few ways for you to get involved. You can also email elizabeth. polito@st-louis.org or call the parish office and she can help you discover how you can serve. Mobile Loaves and Fishes We are in need of travel size shampoo, body wash, and lotion. Social Ministries We need help Monday through Thursday from 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. to unload, sort, and stock donations. Contact bea.delarosa@st-louis.org for more information. Altar Guild Meet weekly on Friday or Saturday to prepare the Church for weekend Masses. For more information, contact Elizabeth Polito at elizabeth.polito@st-louis. org or (512) 454-0384 x 213.
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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.. From June 4 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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ANNOUNCEMENTS/ANUNCIOS Special Collections - July
Ministerios Hispanos
• Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine on the north side of our Church has been constructed as an Eagle Scout project of parishioner Michael Leary. The cobble stone patio and the beautifully carved cantera stone statue from Saltillo, Mexico, are wonderful additions to our campus and will provide a place of prayer and meditation for all our parishioners. Contributions are welcome on an ongoing basis to cover costs of landscaping, benches and lighting. Please designate your checks or envelopes for the OLG Shrine and place in any weekend collection.
• 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 Friendship Circle will be taking a summer break and will return on August 1. Enjoy your time with family and friends. For information about the Senior Ministry , contact seniors@st-louis.org or call 512-454-0384.
DCCW MEETING • Ever wonder what goes on in the Diocesan Office aside from the visible ministries? Know the difference between the chancellor and vicar general? Ever hear of the presbyteral council or what it does? How about deans and their responsibilities? Deacon Ron Walker will answer these questions and more at the July 21 meeting of the Austin Deaneries Council of Catholic Women. Join us at the Diocesan Pastoral Center, 6225 Highway 290 East, Austin 78723, beginning with Mass at 9 a.m. After the business meeting, a complementary brunch precedes Deacon Ron’s talk. We conclude by 12:30 p.m. There is no pre-registration or fee required. The Deaneries meetings offer an opportunity to meet Catholic women from the Austin area and to learn about the happenings in other parishes. Presidentelect Janet Fontenette will be happy to answer any questions about the meeting or Council. Contact her evenings at 512-417-7862.
• 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. • 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. Desde el 4 de Junio al 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.st-louis.org/lcf-registration-espanol
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
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The mission of the Home and School Association is to build community and enhance the experience of the students at St. Louis Catholic School. Through the generous involvement and donations of school and parish families, the HSA was able to bring in a record amount through fundraising events this past year. This money is used to enhance the experience of our students, teachers, and families by beautifying the campus, upgrading the floors and locker rooms in the gymnasium, purchasing Promethean boards for the classrooms, developing our Makerspace, and contributing to the school’s operating budget. The HSA would love for you to partner with us in furthering the mission of St. Louis Catholic School. Together we can experience what it is to be true servants in Christ while strengthening the relationships among families, teachers, staff, and most importantly our students. HSA Events for the Parish and School - Save the Date! October 20 - October 3-on-3 Basketball at the Fun Fest December 1 - Cougar Chase 5K Jingle Bell Run February 16 - Green and White Night Dinner and Auction
School starts Monday, August 13! There’s still time to enroll for the 2018-2019 school year! 8 months - 8th grade! Contact Rosalie Dowling at 512-614-6622 or rosalie.dowling@slcsaustin.org to schedule a tour!
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Catholic School 1 Innovative environment inspired by traditional Catholic education 2 Dedicated teachers committed to individual student success 3 Dynamic and supportive community 4 Opportunities for students to explore interests through electives and extracurricular activities 5 Weekly Mass and Devotionals 6 Project based learning to develop 21st century skills 7 Catholic values woven throughout the curriculum 8 Diverse Student population 9 Beautiful 22 acre campus located in North Central Austin 10 Forming Children in Wisdom and Holiness
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THE ART OF SPIRITUAL DIRECTION
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY THRIFT STORE
Spiritual direction is the art of walking with others and helping them notice what God is up to in their lives. It is not a profession but a ministry and—at its best—a mystery that unfolds over time. Spiritual directors have had the personal experience of working for several years with their own directors as well as formal training in the techniques and ethics of spiritual direction. The Diocese of Austin recently recognized 24 newly qualified spiritual directors who have completed a two-year course through the Diocesan Institute of Spiritual Direction. A roster of qualified directors is maintained in the St. Louis parish office and in the Diocesan offices. Others may be equally qualified through other programs, such as priests and deacons, but time constraints generally prevent them from entering into an open-ended process that may unfold over a long period of time.
If you are out shopping for your summer needs, come and visit the SVDP Thrift Store to get some great bargains! The store is located at 901 W. Braker, just off Lamar. It’s open Monday-Saturday from 10am-7pm. Lots of parking available. Come visit!
Selecting a qualified and appropriate spiritual director is important. Anyone can claim to be a spiritual director, but it’s best to work with someone your priest or another trusted advisor refers you to. You will be exploring issues close to the heart and spirit. Your director will have knowledge of the spiritual practices and experiences of many of the Church’s great teachers, and can help guide you through stages that can be confusing and troubling but which are normal and well-recognized. Spiritual directors are bound by confidentiality. Whatever is discussed in a session with a directee will not be revealed without permission or if there is reason to believe the directee or another person may be in danger of physical harm or abuse to self or others. Spiritual direction is not therapy or a substitute for it, but can often be a beneficial adjunct to it. Sessions are generally held bi-monthly or monthly. Some directors charge fees for their time while others do not. A common practice is to ask the directee to donate a sum of money equal to one hour’s wages to the church or one of its ministries, for example the St. Louis School, Mobile Loaves and Fishes, St. Vincent de Paul of some other ministry within the church.
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MASS TIMES, READINGS, INTENTIONS
11:15 a.m.
NO Confessions due to Staff Retreat
12 p.m.
Communion Service
Wednesday
July 18 | Saint Camillus de Lellis, Priest
Readings:
Is 10:5-7, 13b-16; Ps 94:5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 14-15; Mt 11:25-27 7 a.m.
Thursday
July 19
Readings:
Is 26:7-9, 12, 16-19; Ps 102:13-14ab & 15, 16-18,
19-21; Mt 11:28-30
Masses:
11:15 a.m.
Confessions
12 p.m.
Salinas Family
Emma S. Gonzales+
7 a.m.
Betty Kirkland+/Frank Olsovsky Jr.+
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Building Fund$833.53 cash/check Children’s Collection $6.00 Building Fundst-louis.weshareonline.org $833.53 $6.00 Farm Ministry $5.00 Children’s Collection 5 p.m. Confessions Farm Ministry $5.00 Additional Contributions Food Pantry $155.00 Food Pantry $155.00 6 p.m. George & Marie Kandrin+ Guadalupue $702.04 Garden Guadalupue $702.04 to Ministries for 6/23-6/24: Garden Mobile Loaves $438.00 & Fishes Mobile Loaves $438.00 & Fishes School Trust $144.00 Fund July 20 | Saint Apollinaris, Bishop and Martyr School Trust $144.00 Building Fund Fund Social Ministries $275.00 Building Fund Children’s Collection Paul Social Ministries $275.00 St. Vincent de$136.00 Is 38:1-6, 21-22, 7-8; Is 38:10-11, 12abcd, 16; Mt 12:1-8 Farm Ministry Collection Children’s St. Vincent de$136.00 Paul Food Pantry
Friday Readings: Masses:
Farm Ministry
Guadalupue Garden
Saturday
July 21 | Saint Lawrence of Brindisi, Priest and
Doctor of the Church
Readings:
Mi 2:1-5; Ps 10:1-2, 3-4, 7-8, 14; Mt 12:14-21
Masses:
8 a.m.
Ruth Fairchild
8:30 a.m.
Confessions
3:30 p.m.
Confessions
5 p.m.
Cyril Rosipal+
Sunday
July 22 | Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Readings:
Jer 23:1-6; Ps 23:1-3, 3-4, 5, 6; Eph 2:13-18; Mk 6:30-34
Masses:
6 a.m.
7:30 a.m.
Nicolasa Vasquez+
9:30 a.m.
Yvonne Ojeda
11:30 a.m.
Eleazar Garza+/Diana Negrete
1:30 p.m.
Pro Populo
5 p.m.
Melissa Perez
7 p.m.
Vespers
7
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Our Director of Accounting is on vacation, check back next week for full report.
Joshua Ruiz/ Krawice Family Deceased
Masses:
Under
($14,581.91)
Is 7:1-9; Ps 48:2-3a, 3b-4, 5-6, 7-8; Mt 11:20-24
Masses:
Over
$2,073,662.65
Readings:
Variance:
$2,059,080.74
July 17
Budget
($12,044.27)
7 a.m.
Tuesday
$29,848.73
Masses:
Actual Collection
$163,477.29
Is 1:10-17; Ps 50:8-9, 16bc-17, 21 & 23; Mt 10:34—11:1
$151,433.02
Readings:
STEWARDSHIP
$37,331.70
July 16 | Our Lady of Mount Carmel
($7,482.97)
Monday
Mobile Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry School Trust Fund
Guadalupue Garden
Social Ministries
St. Mobile Vincent deLoaves Paul
& Fishes
School Trust Fund Social Ministries
St. Vincent de Paul
Magdalena Valenzuela
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