Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
“The kingdom of God is at hand. Repent, and believe in the Gospel.”
-- Mark 1:15
H
ow many times has your boss asked you to do something that you really didn’t a) think you were capable of doing or b) just had a strong distaste for doing! This is what I think of when I hear the story of Jonah; he was asked by God to try to convert an entire large city and he had no desire to even go to Nineveh. This is a story that everyone can relate to. God, however, would not take no for an answer, so Jonah gave up in obedience to God’s command.
When he begins to proclaim his message of repentance, the people take it so seriously that they place ashes on their bodies and wear uncomfortable sackcloth. They were so decisive in their desire for conversion that they even made their animals participate in their symbolic rituals! What a surprise for Jonah when he had to begrudgingly admit that he was finding success in his efforts at conversion! He is almost resentful that the people heeded his call for making radical changes in their lives. In the end, God knew what he was doing, and Jonah had to learn a lesson in humility!
Let us not shirk from doing things that may be beyond what we think is our field of reference. God will certainly challenge us to a new ministry or a new field of evangelization that may be out of our comfort zone. Let us imitate Jonah’s courage and determination to fulfill what God asks of us in our own spiritual journey.
When he begins to proclaim his message of repentance, the people take it so seriously that they place ashes on their bodies and wear uncomfortable sackcloth. They were so decisive in their desire for conversion that they even made their animals participate in their symbolic rituals! What a surprise for Jonah when he had to begrudgingly admit that he was finding success in his efforts at conversion! He is almost resentful that the people heeded his call for making radical changes in their lives. In the end, God knew what he was doing, and Jonah had to learn a lesson in humility!
Let us not shirk from doing things that may be beyond what we think is our field of reference. God will certainly challenge us to a new ministry or a new field of evangelization that may be out of our comfort zone. Let us imitate Jonah’s courage and determination to fulfill what God asks of us in our own spiritual journey.
Fr. Dennis
THE NEW ENGLISH TRANSLATION OF THE ROMAN MISSAL SERIES OF ARTICLES
On Nov. 26th, the Vigil for the First Sunday of Advent, implemented the new English translation of the 3rd Edition of the Roman Missal. We have provided a series of articles that reviews the changes and focus on the different sections of the Mass. This is a good time for us to be catechized on what the Mass is, how it is structured and the changes that have taken place.
Click Here to read the articles and learn more about these changes.
On Nov. 26th, the Vigil for the First Sunday of Advent, implemented the new English translation of the 3rd Edition of the Roman Missal. We have provided a series of articles that reviews the changes and focus on the different sections of the Mass. This is a good time for us to be catechized on what the Mass is, how it is structured and the changes that have taken place.
Click Here to read the articles and learn more about these changes.
PLEASE REVIEW THE UPDATED ST. MATTHEW MASS AND WORSHIP SCHEDULE
Due to water damage inside of our church, we will not reopen our church until approximately January of 2012. We apologize for the inconvenience but hope you will continue to support our parish during this trying time by continuing to attend Masses at St. Matthew.
Please review the Worship Schedule at St. Matthew Catholic Church further down on this page.
Due to water damage inside of our church, we will not reopen our church until approximately January of 2012. We apologize for the inconvenience but hope you will continue to support our parish during this trying time by continuing to attend Masses at St. Matthew.
Please review the Worship Schedule at St. Matthew Catholic Church further down on this page.
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WORSHIP SCHEDULE AT ST. MATTHEW CATHOLIC CHURCH
Due to water damage inside of our church, we will not reopen our church until approximately January of 2012. We apologize for the inconvenience but hope you will continue to support our parish during this trying time by continuing to attend Masses at St. Matthew. Please review the following information.
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WEEKEND MASSES: |
THE FOLLOWING MASSES WILL BE HELD IN THE MCDONALD CENTER: |
| Saturday: | 5:30 PM |
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7:30 AM, 9:15 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:45 PM (Spanish Liturgy) & 6:00 PM |
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THE FOLLOWING SUNDAY MASSES WILL BE HELD IN THE SCHOOL CAFETERIA: |
| Sunday: | 9:30 AM (NEW) & 11:15 AM (Children's Liturgy) |
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The 9:30 a.m. Mass begins October 23rd and will continue until we return to our church sanctuary. Overflow from the 9:15 a.m. Mass and those used to attending the 11 a.m. Mass may wish to try out the 9:30 a.m. Mass which should initially not be overly crowded. Also, the 7:30 a.m. Mass has plenty of space! |
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DAILY MASSES: |
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| Monday - Friday: | 6:00 AM, 8:15 AM, 12:05 PM & 6:00 PM |
| Saturday: | 8:15 AM |
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All Daily Masses will be held in the Parish Hall, except for Holy Days of Obligation such as: “All Saints Day” on Nov. 1st and “Immaculate Conception” on Dec. 8th – these daily Masses will be in the McDonald Center, not the Parish Hall. |
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PENANCE / ANOINTING: |
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| Penance: | Saturday 4:30 PM (Parish Administration Bldg.) |
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Anointing of the Sick: |
Second Sunday 2:00 PM (MFC) |
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PRAYER GROUPS: |
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| English: | Thursday 7:00 PM |
| Espanol: | Monday 8:00 PM |
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Novena to Miraculous Medal: |
Tuesday 7:30 PM |
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SCHOOL MASS: |
On days when there is a school Mass, usually Friday morning, there will be two simultaneous Masses held: one for parishioners in the Parish Hall at 8:15 a.m. and one in the McDonald Center only for school children and their parents and grandparents. |
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ADORATION: |
Adoration will begin after the Noon Mass this Monday, October 17th and will be located in the Parish Hall. Adoration will be held from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Monday thru Saturday only for the time being. |
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SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION: |
For the time being the Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confessions), will be held in the individual offices of the priests located in the Parish Administration Building. Those seeking this sacrament may enter the Administration Building from 4:00 to 5:15 p.m. At 5:15 p.m. the doors will be closed. |
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SENIOR CENTER: |
The Senior Center will be moved to Room 106 in the McDonald Center beginning Monday, October 17th. |
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WEDDINGS, QUINCEAÑERAS AND SPECIAL MASSES: |
The staff will consult those who have these scheduled ceremonies up to the end of this year regarding relocation. |
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FUNERALS: |
Funerals will be temporarily restricted to registered members of St. Matthew; they can be held in the Parish Hall or we can contact a neighboring church as well. We thank St. Francis, Holy Spirit, St. Gregory and St. Luke for offering their worship spaces for our use! |
Please CLICK HERE to download and/or print a copy of the updated worship information.
| PRIESTS PRESIDER SCHEDULE | |
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JANUARY 28-29, 2012 Sat. — 5:30 p.m. — Fr. Valentine Gallegos --------------------------* Deacon Tom Houle Sun. — 7:30 a.m. — Fr. Jake Empereur, SJ -------------------------* Deacon Tom Fox Sun. — 9:15 a.m. — Fr. Frank Montalbano, OMI --------------------------* Deacon Norman Kutschenreuter Sun. — 9:30 a.m. — (cafeteria) Fr. Dennis Aréchiga --------------------------* Deacon Roberto Rios Sun. — 11:00 a.m. — Fr. Aidan O’Donovan, MSC --------------------------* Deacon Garbriel Mendiola Sun. — 11:15 a.m. — (cafeteria) Fr. Dennis Aréchiga --------------------------* Deacon Tony Rivera Sun. — 12:45 p.m. — Fr. Dennis Aréchiga --------------------------* Deacon Rafael Lara Sun. — 6:00 p.m. — Fr. Aidan O’Donovan, MSC --------------------------* Deacon Pete Cuellar *Deacn Homilist |
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HOLYDAYS OF OBLIGATION
A reminder: We have five holydays in the United States:
Mary Mother of God: January 1st
Both the Immaculate Conception and Nativity of Jesus ALWAYS ARE HOLYDAYS OF OBLIGATION, regardless on what day they fall. The other three, when they are on either a Saturday or a Monday, the obligation is abrogated. Those of us who recall having six holydays which included the Ascension know that the TX bishops have moved this solemnity to the 7th Sunday of Easter. Questions, call Fr. Dennis.
SOCIAL SUNDAYS 2011
Social Sunday Schedule for 2010 is completed. Here are the hosting organizations for Social Sunday in 2010:
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January – Knights of Columbus |
July – Mission Group |
| February – Boy Scouts | August – Youth Ministry |
| March – ACTS Core | September – Altar Society |
| April – Guadalupanas | October – TBA |
| May – Catholic Daughters | November – SCOTS |
| June – Open | There is no Social Sunday in December |
ST MATTHEW HOURS OF OPERATION
| OFFICE | HOURS | PHONE |
| PARISH ADMINISTRATION | Mon-Fri: 8am to 8pm Sat: 9am-12 Noon | 478-5000 |
| SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION | Mon-Fri: 8am to 4pm | 478-5099 |
| SENIOR NUTRITION CENTER | Mon-Fri: 8:30am - 12:30pm | 478-5024 |
| SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL | Tues-Sat: 9:00am to 12:00 Noon | 478-5020 |
| Quick Message/Information: Dial (210) 478-5098 | Please Press |
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Emergency Line for Sickness/Sickness ONLY Prayer Petition Line Mass and Confession Schedule Infant Baptism "Marriage (6 Months Marriage Preparation Required)" CYO Athletic Senior Nutrition Center RCIA/Adult Confirmation |
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