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NINETEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

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Saturday Sábado 3:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.

Sunday Domingo 4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.

Weekdays Entre Semana Monday-Friday: after each Mass

Tuesday*-Thursday at 6:00 p.m. (Miércoles 6:00 p.m. en Español)

*no evening confessions on Tuesday this week*

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Monday—Friday 6:45 a.m., 8:30 a.m.

Miércoles (Español) 7:00 p.m.

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8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Anticipatory Sunday Mass

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6:30 a.m.*, 8:00 a.m. (Español), 10:00 a.m., Noon,

2:00 p.m. (Español), 5:00 p.m.

*The 7:00 a.m. Mass has

moved to 6:30 a.m.

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CONTENTS

From our Pastor……………………..…..………….... Ministerios en Español…………….……......……...….. De nuestro Párroco…………………………...…....… Talleres de Virtus………………..……………...……. St. Theresa Catholic School……………………......... Faith Formation………...…………………..………….. Mass Intentions……………………………….……….. Weekly Schedule of Events…………………………… Spiritan China Education Fund……………...…....… Sugar Canes of St. Theresa………………………..… Daily Scripture Readings……………………………… 25th & 50th Wedding Anniversary Jubilee Mass….. Parish contact information………………......................

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On the cover: Veneziano, Lorenzo. Christ Rescuing Peter

from Drowning. 1370, Poplar panel, Staatliche Museen, Berlin.

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F P ’ This weekend marks the official launch to St. Theresa’s “A Living Sacrifice, Holy and Acceptable to God” campaign – a critical effort to help eliminate our debt, meet our obligation to the arch-diocesan campaign and start a building fund for future growth. Please join us outside the church after all Masses. We will have refreshments and vol-unteers will be available to answer any questions. This week every household will receive in the mail a packet of materials about our campaign. A case statement booklet will be enclosed, along with a letter from me re-questing a pledge to the effort. Over the coming weeks, our team of volunteers will reach out to families to discuss the campaign, answer questions, and seek your support. Due to our limited numbers of volunteers, we may not be able to personally contact every family – but we do hope that all families will choose to participate in this im-portant campaign. This launch also brings up some common questions. Here are a few worth addressing: Question: How did you come up with my request amount? Answer: The amounts are based on several factors, including giving history and an-swers shared in the planning study. Please understand that the request is not a final expectation, but a starting point for you to consider your contribution. Our goal is to challenge everyone to consider supporting St. Theresa’s in a significant, sacrificial way—in a manner that works for each family. Question: Who is being asked to support the campaign? Answer: Every registered church family and all school families will be asked to partici-pate in the campaign. Questions: Why should I/we consider supporting the campaign? Answer: This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible sacrifice for the good of the local church, the good of the parish community, and the good of the individual soul. As Pope St. John Paul II emphasized, “Prayer joined to sacrifice constitutes the most powerful force in human history.” As emphasized last week, this project doesn’t fall on the shoulders of one family or a few. It is the responsibility of everyone at St. Theresa’s to heed the invitation to sup-port this parish and its ministries. The success of this campaign. Sincerely yours in Christ, Rev. Eurel Manzano

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In support of the 3rd National Assembly of Filipino Priests Serving the Roman Catholic Church in the

United States of America

Saturday, August 26, 2017 7:00PM-11:30PM

Doors Open at 6:30PM

St. Theresa Catholic Church Community Center

705 St. Theresa Blvd., Sugar Land, Texas 77498

Music by: Ehgay

Tickets $25.00 per person

To reserve seats, confirm or pay by August 15, 2017

Please make checks payable to: St. Theresa Catholic Church

For tickets, payments or

donations, please call:

Rudy & Ninfa Alcantara: 281-265-1048, Mercy & Rodrigo Barrey 281-

491-8222, Bong & Nida Dumantay 281- 277-1329, Beth Martinez 832-588-6149, Ramon & Tessie Paguio 832-868-8954,

Helen Pelayo 832-623-0260, Marina Samonte 281-236-0450, Ed & Mely

Silverio 832-495-5306, Vic & Angelina Sarmiento 281-416-9700, Alyn Vivares

832-788-5778, or Glenn & Gladys Zamora 832-212-2251

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I P : Pase a la oficina parroquial de 8:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. de lunes a viernes o puede tomar una forma en el vestíbulo de la iglesia y entregársela a un ujier. G : La guardería esta abierta du-rante la misa de 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. y 12:00 p.m. No necesita hacer reservación.

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P B I : A los padres se les pide que inscriban a su hijo(a) para el bautismo. Deben traer el certi-ficado de nacimiento del niño a la oficina de la parroquia, y asistir a una clase pre-bautismal. Se anima a los padrinos asistir a la clase. Los padrinos deben de ser mayor de dieciséis (16) años, católicos practicantes, confirmados y si esta casado, tiene que estar casado por la iglesia católica. Las clases se ofrecen el Segundo domingo de cada otro mes a las 3:15 p.m. en el Centro de Vida Familiar. A los padres se les pide de favor que no lleven a sus hijos a la clase. Se les dará Certificado de asistencia al final de la clase aquellos padres o padrinos que no bauti-zaran en Santa Teresa. Por favor llame a la oficina para inscribirse a la clase al 281-494-1156 y hable con Michelle Rodríguez. La próxima clase es el 10 de Septiembre a las 3:15 p.m. P M E : Las personas que deseen contraer matrimonio aquí en la Iglesia de Santa Tere-sa, Son invitados a asistir una entrevista de preparación matrimonial. Esto es obligatorio para comenzar el proceso de preparación. Es para las parejas que no están casados y para las parejas que están casadas civilmente o que viven juntos. Por favor pre inscríbase llaman-do al 281-494-1156. El seminario se ofrece cada otro mes, el segundo jueves del mes. El próximo seminario es el Jueves 14 de Sep-tiembre del 2017 en el Salón FLC-A. C : Nuestro Catecismo en español se ofrece de Septiembre a Mayo, los domin-gos de 9:30 a 11:00 a.m. para grados de Kín-der al 8 grado. Catequesis es un proceso con-tinuo de evangelización, educación, forma-ción y conversión que dura toda la vida. Para mas información por favor llame a la oficina de Catequesis de lunes a viernes al 281-494-1156 de 8:00 a.m. a 4:30 p.m. D S : Para los niños que desean la formación para los Sa-cramentos de Primera Reconciliación (confesión) y la Sagrada Comunión. Esta clase es en conjunto con su catequesis. Los niños deben tener mínimo siete (7) años al comienzo del año escolar. Las clases son un domingo al mes a la 1:00 p.m.

C B : Católico Básico es para padres de niño que asisten a cateque-sis por primera vez y desean prepararse para la formación de Sacramentos de Reconcilia-ción y Comunión. Esta clase es un martes al mes a las 7:00 p.m. en el Centro Comunita-rio de la Parroquia. Esta clase es obligatoria para los padres solamente.

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A C : El grupo se reúne los martes a las 7:00 p.m., en el edifi-cio de CCE. Para mayor Información por favor llame a Myrla Vanegas al 281-277-2730.

G O D N : Se reune en la capilla de la iglesia los Jueves de 7:00-9:00 P.M. Para mas información llamar a Rocio Padilla 832-573-3713 y Eu-genio Gopar 832-715-1799.

C B : Este grupo esta abier-to a la comunidad, se reúne los viernes a las 6:30 pm. Para información: Ramel Ascencio 281-684-4235.

C F S V - M : El coro práctica los lunes a las

7:00 p.m. y cantan en la misa del domingo a las 8:00 a.m. o 2:00 p.m. Para mas informa-ción llame a Susan al 281-494-1156 ext 291

E B : El Grupo se reúne los domingos después de Misa de 8:00 a.m. (los meses de Agosto a Mayo). Para mas infor-mación llame a el Sr. Larry Ponce de León, 281-250-9651

D S C : El pri-mer viernes de mes en la capilla de la iglesia a las de 6:00 p.m. Información: Loreto Casi-llas 832-525-3710 o Maricela Ponce 832-896-8289. F M , M

A : Quieres amar a Je-sús de todo Corazón? Imita a María. El gru-po se reúne los Martes en el Salón B-5 de 7:00-8:00 p.m. Para mas información llamar a Elsa Galindo al 713-534-7395. I V P : Desea llevarse la imagen de la Virgen Peregrina a casa una semana? Regístrese después de misa o llame a Elvira Morales al 281-682-0626. L L M : El grupo se reúne los Lunes a las 6:30 p.m. Para información con Estella Rodríguez al 832-396-6071 o Jaime Abreu 832-418-2287. M V : Desea llevar el Crucifijo y Libro de Oraciones a su casa y rezar por vocaciones sacerdotales y religio-sas. Para mas información llame a la Sra. Maria Elena Rico 281-277-5776.

¿Q ACTS ? Invitamos a todos nuestros parroquianos a vivir esta experiencia que ya ha trans-formado la vida de muchas personas que han participado en este retiro. La oportu-nidad esta abierta, sólo falta que tú tomes la decisión de decirle SI al Señor. Personas de contacto para Registraciones para Mujeres: Betty Rodriguez (713) 206-4959 Ana Zamarripa (832) 253-7411 Gabriela Ramirez (832) 455-8697 Rocío Padilla (832) 573-3713 Para Hombres: Roberto Lara (832) 605-4613 Gabriel Lopez (832) 893-0078 Mario Salas (713) 875-4026

Nueva Oportunidad de Ministerio

En los esfuerzos por extender un sentido aún mayor de hospitalidad cristiana, estamos comenzando un nuevo Ministe-rio de Relaciones. Los voluntarios ayu-darán a proporcionar asistencia, infor-mación y dirección a las instalaciones y servicios de la iglesia en todas las misas del fin de semana. ¿Interesado? Búsca-nos después de la Misa los días 19 y 20 de agosto o comuníquese con Misty al 281-971-9590. Una sesión de entrenamiento se llevará a cabo el 29 de agosto en la Iglesia a las

O V : Taller de Oración y Vida se reúne en el Salón: B9 cada Martes de 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Para mas información co-municarse con Hilda Morales al 713-894-6326.

R G : El rosario se reza el día 12 de cada mes en la capilla de la igle-sia a las 7:00 p.m. Para información llame a Modesta Mora al 281-494-3588.

P F N : Es segu-ra, saludable y efectiva al igual para concebir, o posponer embarazos y es conforme a lo que la Iglesia Católica ensena sobre la belleza del ser humano y su capacidad para cooperar con Dios y dar vida. Para mas información llame a Irma Roman al 832-287-7333. A A : La Gracia de Dios nunca se acaba. Esto es únicamente con el fin de ayudar a todos aquellos que tengan proble-mas con el alcohol. Para mas información llame al Sr. Oscar Santaella al 832-359-4543

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Si tienes 17 años de edad o más y no has sido bautizado, o has sido bautizado en otra comuni-dad de fe, o bautizado Católico pero que nunca has recibido la Primera Comunión, entonces RICA es para ti! La próxima reunión de Inicia-ción será el Domingo 13 de Agosto del 2017 de 10:00 am a 12:00 pm en el salón B6. Estos encuentros informales están es-tructurados para responder a tus preguntas acerca de la Iglesia católica.

Póngase en contacto con: Elsa Galindo al

713-534-7395 (durante el día) Alejandro González al

832-519-3847 (después de las 4:00 pm.)

Si usted, su hijo o alguien a quien usted conoce, tiene entre 7 y 16 años de edad, no haya sido bautizado o ha sido bautizado en otra comunidad de fe, tenemos el proceso de RICA propio para cada grupo de diferentes edades. Las sesiones de Iniciación son todos los miércoles a las 6:30 pm. Por favor haga una cita en la oficina al teléfono 281-494-1156 para Registrar su Familia y los Niños antes de atender la prime-ra sesión.

RITO DE INICIACION CRISTIANA PARA ADULTOS (RICA)

D N P Este fin de semana marca el lanzamiento oficial de la campaña "Un Sacrificio Vivo, Santo y Aceptable a Dios" de Santa Teresa - un esfuerzo crítico para ayudar a eliminar nuestra deuda, cumplir con nues-tra obligación de la campaña Arquidiocesana e iniciar un fondo de construcción para el crecimiento futuro. Por favor, únase a nosotros afuera de la Iglesia después de todas las misas. Tendremos refres-cos y los voluntarios estarán disponibles para contestar cualquier pregunta. Esta semana todos los hogares recibirán por correo un paquete de materiales sobre nuestra campaña. Se adjuntará un folleto de la declaración del caso, junto con una carta de mi parte solicitando una promesa al esfuerzo. Durante las próximas semanas, nuestro equipo de voluntarios se comunicará con las familias para discutir la campaña, responder a las preguntas y buscar su apoyo. Debido a nuestro número limitado de voluntarios, es posible que no podamos contactar personalmente a cada familia, pero esperamos que todas las familias decidan participar en esta importante campaña. Este lanzamiento también plantea algunas preguntas comunes. Éstas son algunas que vale la pena abor-dar: Pregunta: ¿Cómo llegó con la cantidad de mi solicitud? Respuesta: Las cantidades se basan en varios factores, incluyendo respuestas históricas y respuestas compartidas en el estudio de planificación. Por favor, entienda que la solicitud no es una expectativa final, sino un punto de partida para que usted considere su contribución. Nuestro objetivo es un desa-fío para que todos consideren apoyar a Santa Teresa en una manera significativa y de sacrificio, de una forma que funcione para cada familia. Pregunta: ¿A quién se le pide que apoye a la campaña? Respuesta: Se le pedirá a cada familia de la Iglesia registrada y a todas las familias de la escuela que participen en la campaña. Preguntas: ¿Por qué deberíamos / consideramos apoyar la campaña? Respuesta: Esta es una oportunidad única para hacer un sacrificio tangible por el bien de la iglesia local, el bien de la comunidad parroquial y el bien del alma individual. Como señaló el Papa Juan Pablo II: "La oración unida al sacrificio constituye la fuerza más poderosa de la historia humana". Como se destacó la semana pasada, este proyecto no cae sobre los hombros de una familia o de unos pocos. Es responsabilidad de todos en Santa Teresa escuchar la invitación a apoyar esta parroquia y a sus ministerios. El éxito de esta campaña. Sinceramente suyo en Cristo, Rev. Eurel Manzano

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“P N D ” El taller se llevara a cabo en Santa Teresa:

el 2 de Septiembre a las 9:30 a.m.

en el Centro Comunitario de la parroquia. Para inscribirse, visite: www.virtusonline.org

Programa de VIRTUS Prevenir el abuso sexual de los niños es la meta del programa VIRTUS seleccionado por la Arquidiócesis de Galveston-Houston. “Protegiendo los niños de Dios para adultos” educa al clero, personal y voluntarios que trabajan con niños, sobre el abuso sexual de niños y las maneras de crear un ambiente seguro para los niños. La sesión de 3 ho-ras incluye videos y discusiones facilitadas que se centran en la prevención del abuso y la protección de niños. Los adultos aprenden cómo reconocer los signos y los indicios de que un adulto es un posible peligro para los niños y cómo saber que están abusando o explo-tándolos de cierta manera. Usted aprenderá qué medi-das puede tomar la comunidad de fe para crear un am-biente seguro para todos los niños de Dios y cómo responder cuando los adultos se comportan de una manera sospechosa. Se requiere que el clero, el perso-nal y los voluntarios (mayores de 18 años) que tienen contacto regular con los niños y los jóvenes asistan al entrenamiento. A los demás adultos se les invita y anima a que participen como parte del compromiso de la iglesia de hacer del mundo un lugar seguro para todos nuestros niños. Todos los asistentes deben presentar uno de los si-guientes documentos vigentes como identificación: licencia de conducir emitida por cualquier estado de los Estados Unidos, tarjeta de identificación emitida por cualquier estado de los Estados Unidos, Pasaporte de cualquier país, Matricula Consular Mexicana o ID del Consulado de Guatemala. Su nombre completo y fecha de nacimiento deben coincidir con su preins-cripción en VIRTUS.

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El taller se llevara a cabo en Santa Teresa:

el 2 de Septiembre a la 1:30 p.m.

en el Centro Comunitario de la parroquia.

"Mantener la promesa viva" es un curso de ac-tualización obligatorio que entró en vigor en la Arquidiócesis de Galveston-Houston en 2011. Los empleados y voluntarios están obligados a asistir a "Mantener la promesa viva" después de 5 años de asistir al taller "Protección de los hijos de Dios®.” Se trata de una sesión en vivo de 1 1/2 horas con un video que proporciona una conciencia conti-nua para la prevención del abuso sexual infantil. El material contenido en "Mantener la Promesa Viva" está diseñado para identificar y reforzar las lecciones del programa original "Protegiendo a los hijos de Dios" aclarando algunos de los as-pectos más desafiantes de las sesiones y fortale-ciendo la capacidad de los participantes para re-conocer el comportamiento de riesgo de los adultos en su entorno y tomar medidas para in-tervenir en situaciones potencialmente amena-zantes. Como siempre se ha sido requerido, para poder asistir a un taller, todas las personas deben preinscribirse en www.virtusonline.org. Para mas información llamar a la oficina parro-quial al 281-494-1156.

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SAINT THERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL

-THE GRIFFIN NEWS-

HELP WANTED STCS seeking music instructors

STCS is seeking after-school and weekend music

instructors for Saint Theresa Conservatory, a ministry of Saint Theresa Catholic School.

We are seeking instructors qualified for violin, cello, piano, clarinet and flute. Those interested in applying

may contact Zachary Turner at zturner@sttheresacatholicschool.org.

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The 2017 bazaar committee is in the process of creating dedicated Mass parking signs that were bid on during the

silent auction.

If you were the winning bidder for the Saturday 5:00 pm Mass, Sunday 6:30 am Mass, or the Sunday 5:00 pm Mass,

please contact Bertha Gomez at gomezbert@yahoo.com or Diane Senger at diane@sugarlandcatholic.com.

We also have two parking slots available for the Sunday 2:00

pm and Sunday 12:00 pm Mass. If you are interested in obtaining a dedicated parking space, please

contact Bertha or Diane (contact info. above).

New Ministry Opportunity In efforts to extend an even greater sense of Christian

hospitality, we are starting a new Greeter Ministry. Volun-teers will help provide assistance, information, and direction to

church facilities and services at all weekend Masses. Interested? Look for us after Mass on August 19th & 20th

or contact Misty at 281-971-9590.

A training session will be held Aug. 29th at 7:00 pm in the church. H R C C B

All parishioners of St. Theresa Catholic Church are

invited to Holy Rosary’s 81st Annual Bazaar on Sun-day, August 27, 2017 on the church grounds (1416

George St., Rosenberg TX). A Barbecue Beef, Chicken & Sausage Meal will be served 11:00 a.m. to 2:00

p.m. (drive-thru available 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.) Children’s activities and booths for the entire fami-

ly. Country Store Booth, Plant Stand, Cake Spin, Dunk-ing Well, Ring Toss, Face Painting and much

more! Live music by Lazy Farmer Polka Band. Live Auction begins at 1:30 p.m. in the Joerger-Lindsey Fam-

ily Life Center.

D C I M When: August 16, 2017 at 6:30pm-8:30pm Where: St. Theresa School Library Learn more about the Domestic Church Circles that are forming in our Parish. These Circles are “a way to access the treasures of the Church's teachings on mar-riage, family life, prayer, Scripture, the Sacraments, etc. as a spouse and a parent.” Join us in the St. Theresa school library and enjoy des-sert with us. Nursing children are welcome, but we ask that you find sitters or take advantage of the child-care provided at the church during the meeting. Please RSVP by August 14th for church childcare during the meeting by emailing Karen Fuller at karenfuller@scmountaintetreats.com If you have questions, please reach out to William or Karen Fuller. Additionally, visit www.domesticchurchfamilies.com for information about Domestic Church.

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During the CCE school year (Sept.-May) classes are offered at the following times: Preschool CCE is in rooms B3 – B5 dur-ing the Sunday 10:00 a.m. Mass. Kindergarten CCE is available on Sun-days at 10:00 a.m. or Mondays at 4:30 p.m. Elementary CCE is on Mondays and Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. Children are asked to go directly to the classrooms.

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Questions or comments, please contact Roland Millare, the director of Middle School CCE, at roland@sugarlandcatholic.com

Middle School Faith Formation meets on Mondays & Tuesdays (Sept.-May) at 6:45 - 8:00 p.m. in the Education Build-ing/School

Sacrament Sunday is for all children in formation to receive the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion. Any questions to Paul Stoessel, Director of Elementary CCE at paul@sugarlandcatholic.com or at 281-830-3804.

Catholic 101 is for all parents of first-year CCE children who are preparing for Sacrament of Reconciliation and First Communion. This is for parents only. Children are invited to attend CCE dur-ing this time.

Contact our Director of Youth Ministry and H.S. Faith Formation, Joseph Mastrangelo at joseph@sugarlandcatholic.com with any questions or if you’d like to get involved!

Is God calling you to do something more? Come explore the Catholic Church!

If you are seventeen years of age or older and are: unbaptized, baptized in another faith community, or a baptized Catholic who has never received your First Holy Communion, then the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is for you!

The next Inquiry Gathering will be Wednesday, August 16, 2017 from 7:00 p.m. to

9:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center. You may begin the process at any time during the year. Free babysitting is available upon request. Bring your spouse or

friend, if you’d like. These informal gatherings are structured to answer your questions about the Catholic Church. The RCIA team is ready to walk your

journey of faith with you.

Contact Lynda Knoche at 281-450-1400 or by e-mail: lynda@sugarlandcatholic.com.

If you, your child or someone you know is between the ages of seven and sixteen,

not baptized or baptized in another faith community, we have an RCIA process suit-ed to your age group. Inquiry sessions are every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. Please schedule an appointment with Paul Stoessel via phone (281-494-1156) or e-mail

(paul@sugarlandcatholic.com) prior to attending your first session.

Volunteers needed!

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M S Monday, August 14, 2017 St. Maximilian Kolbe 6:45 a.m. Anthony Nguyen 8:30 a.m. Matthew Ebohon 5:00 p.m. Serice Family Tuesday, August 15 Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary 6:45 a.m. Anastania & Felino Castillo 8:30 a.m. Tiffany Mantering 12:10 p.m. Toni Osifo 5:30 a.m. Thomas Phuong Vien 7:30 p.m. Castillo Family Wednesday, August 16 Weekday in Ordinary Time 6:45 a.m. Maria Bui 8:30 a.m. Don Douglas Fess Thursday, August 17 Weekday in Ordinary Time 6:45 a.m. Laura Davidson 8:30 a.m. Carlos Hernandez Jr. & Frederick L. Olvey Friday, August 18 Weekday in Ordinary Time 6:45 a.m. Leyva Sapon 8:30 a.m. Carmen & Juan Cazarez Saturday, August 19 Weekday in Ordinary Time 8:30 a.m. Lay Carmelites 5:00 p.m. Epigmenia Gonzalez Sunday, August 20 Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time 6:30 a.m. Walter Sommer 8:00 a.m. Parish Family 10:00 a.m. Emanuel Bigcas 12:00 p.m. Ramon Alcantara 2:00 p.m. Guadalupe Sanchez Maldonado 5:00 p.m. Olga Lucia Burgos One may request Mass intentions through our website or by visiting the parish office during regular business hours. Mass inten-tions are available two (2) months in ad-vance only.

P E Monday, August 14 7:00 p.m. Talleres de Oración y Vida, B9 7:15 p.m. Ensayo Coro Fraternidad Tuesday, August 15 4:00 p.m. String Orchestra Rehearsal 7:00 p.m. Holy Trinity Prayer, B1/7 7:00 p.m. Franciscanos de María, B5 7:00 p.m. Talleres de Oración y Vida, B3/B9 7:00 p.m. Natural Family Planning, FLC Wednesday, August 16 9:00 a.m. Lay Carmelites Meeting, FLC 11:30 a.m. Sugar Canes of St. Theresa, CC 7:00 p.m. RICA, B1/7 7:00 p.m. RCIA, FLC-A 7:00 p.m. Divine Mercy Group, FLC-B 7:30 p.m. Adult Choir Rehearsal

Thursday, August 17 9:30 a.m. Rosary Group, B6 4:30 p.m. Flos Cantum (Children’s choir) 7:00 p.m. Encuentro Matrimonial, B6 7:00 p.m. Carismático de Renovación, Chapel Friday, August 18 No Events

Saturday, August 19 9:30 a.m. Legion of Mary, CCE 9:30 a.m. Rosary Group, B6 Sunday, August 20 9:00 a.m. Spanish Bible Class, CC 9:30 a.m. RCIA Catechumens, FLC 9:30 a.m. RICA para Niños, B1/7 10:00 a.m. RICA para Adultos, B6 3:30 p.m. Jubilate Deo Rehearsal 6:00 p.m. Rosary Group, Emmaus Chapel

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The parish website has instructions on how to register for convenient on-line giving. You will have full control of your contribution account and scheduling. This option can be a great way to sup-port your church consistently and bolster your commitment to charity.

If you would like to begin online giving, visit the link on our website or call Diane Senger: 281-494-1156.

www.SugarLandCatholic.com

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August 6, 2017 $ 28,992 Online Giving $ 8,575 Total $ 37,567

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Totals as of August 6, 2017 Goal $ 205,000 Pledged $ 136,157 Payments $ 113,264

383 Participants

*A N C Please note that we have begun to take the 1st and 2nd collections se-quentially: 1st Collection – Green Baskets 2nd Collection – Black Baskets Please call Diane Senger in the par-ish office if you have any questions (281-494-1156).

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2nd China Church Forum 第二屆中華天主教論壇

E pluribus unum. Understanding the Catholic Church in China

Friday, September 15, 2017, from 6:30pm - 8:30pm Parish Life Center (Room A) | St. Michael Catholic Church |

1801 Sage Rd, Houston, TX 77056

Saturday, September 16, 2017, from 8:30am - 4:30pm Scanlan Room | University of St. Thomas | 4000 Mt. Vernon St. Houston, TX 77006

Co-sponsored by Donald S. Nesti, CSSp Center for Faith & Culture, University of St. Thomas

A unique cross-cultural, English-speaking forum for clergy, religious, educators, students, professionals, as well as any-one who loves China! Recognized by Cardinal DiNardo, and joined by Bishop Sheltz and China experts from around the world, our previous events impacted numerous participants and set an exemplary model for West-East dialogue. Understand the historical and contemporary aspects of the Catholic Church in China and how they impact Vatican-China, U.S.-China relations Learn about how Catholicism and popular culture inter-act in mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan Exchange experiences of work, travel and study in Chi-na and opportunities to partner with the Chinese Church in education, social services, etc. Ticket before August 1st are $20. (After this date, $30). Lunch included. $10.00 teacher discount. Free admission to students, clergy and religious. Proceeds go to support the formation of our Chinese priest-students in Houston. Spiri-tan Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Seats are limited! RSVP with lukeliuhang@gmail.com. For more information please contact, Luke Liu at 814-321-6680.

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Mass honoring all families who have suffered a

miscarriage Whether you have had a mis-carriage recently or many years ago, join us for this special Mass on Wednesday, August

16th at 6:30 pm at St. Laurence Catholic Church (3100 Sweetwater Blvd in Sugar Land). The little one you have lost will be honored and remembered through special readings and in-tercessions. This Mass is also for you, as parents, to give thanks for this gift of life through the pray-ers of the Church. Flowers and special prayer cards will also be of-fered to the mothers present. Please spread the word!

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The Sugar Canes’ regular monthly meeting is this Wednesday, August 16, 2017. We meet at our

Parish Community Center at 11:30 am.

We welcome and invite all guests and newcomers, age 50 +, to attend our monthly meetings the third

Wednesday of each month - same place, same time.

After our brown bag lunch we will have a brief

business meeting followed by Bingo. Coffee, iced tea, water, and desserts are provided.

God Bless! For more information,

call 281-491-4027.

Thank you to all who participated in our blood drive… our most successful ever! Your next opportunity to donate comes up on November 19, so mark your calendars! If you would like to inquire about becoming a knight, please contact our membership director Stephen Frontera (281-410-1632) or our website (www.kc4204.org) for information. We meet on the first and third Monday of the month at St. Basil’s Hall across the street from the sanctuary. The Knights of Columbus is the world’s largest Catholic fraternal service organization. Charity is our foremost prin-ciple, and our philanthropic efforts go to fund a variety of worthy causes, including Habitat for Humanity, Special Olympics, the Vicarius Christi Fund, and disaster relief.

M B B Please contact Cheryl Pospisil (c.pospisil@yahoo.com) with any updates to the Military bulletin board in the narthex. This in-cludes adding new pictures or updating the information currently on the board. Photos (with accompanying descriptions) can also be dropped off at the church office.

L E I S G : Meets 3rd Thursday, each month, 7:30-9pm, monthly meeting rotation: Couples Dinner, Ladies Dinner, and Couples Discus-sion. Loving Embrace is a Catholic educational support group for couples who have endured or are presently enduring the pain and suffering of infertility. The group provides support for cop-ing with infertility and explores resources, methods, and options that are morally faithful to the teachings of the Catholic Church. For rotation information contact Erin Colaco at infertilitysupporthouston@gmail.com

B A : Submissions to the bulletin are due on the Friday (10 days) before the Sunday of publication. Send bulletin notices to Michelle Rivas at michelle.rivas@sugarlandcatholic.com or FAX: 281-242-1393. E-B : Visit our parish website and click on the link to sign up for our bi-monthly e-blast. Every two weeks, an e-mail will be sent directly to your computer or smart phone with updated information about parish schedules, events, and more. Sign up today! G P : Gabriel Project is seeking monetary or material donations for our pregnant women. Please contact Pina @ 281-650-1225 or sttheresa.prolife@gmail.com M E : Are you looking for a new way to let your spouse know you love them in the midst of your jobs, carpooling the kids, and trying to keep up with your house, pool, and yard? Tell him or her they're still #1 in your life... share a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend with each other. Contact Brian & Tina Little at 281-773-4014 or on-line at www.houstonme.org. M P -L R : The first Sunday of each month we pray the Rosary to end abortion. Sunday, September 3, 2017 we will pray the Rosary at 6:30 a.m. inside the Church and after the 10:00 a.m. Mass in front of the Right to Life Mon-ument. N : The nursery is open during the 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. & Noon Sunday Mass. Children from 18 months to 4 years of age are welcome. No reservation is necessary. For more information contact Andrea Ramsey at 281-725-0127.

P R : If you are grieving from a past abortion, contact a member of our Pro-Life team (see page 15) or our diocesan Project Rachel ministry coordinator, Julie Fritsch, for confidential help (713-741-8728).

S . T ’ M ’ P : Mothers and chil-dren welcome! We meet at 10:00 a.m. on the second Wednes-day of the month at a fun location determined a few days prior. Contact: Kim Phalen at 832-535-0715 for more information.

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P R : We kindly request that all fami-lies of our parish be registered before registering for CCE or sacramental preparation classes. Registration and change forms are available in the vestibule of the church and in the parish office. To update your parish information, please call the parish office from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday. B P I : Parents are asked to register their child for Baptism, to bring a copy of the child’s birth certificate to the parish office, and to attend a pre-Baptism class. Godparents are encouraged to attend class. Godparents must be at least sixteen years of age, prac-ticing Catholics, Confirmed, and, if married, married through the Church. Classes are offered the first Friday of every other month, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center. Parents are kindly asked not to bring their children to the class. Certifi-cates of attendance for the baptism preparation are provided at the end of the class for those who are not baptizing at St. Theresa Church. Please call the office to register for the class at 281-494-1156, Ext. 228. The next class will be on Fri-day, October 6, 2017. P -M S : This pre-marriage seminar is to commence the marriage preparation for all couples who wish to be married within St. Theresa's Catholic community. It is held on the second Tuesday of every other month at 7:00 pm. It provides an opportunity for couples to learn about the Catholic Church's theology of matrimony and begin the process to properly receive this great sacrament of the Church. Couples will learn details of how to plan and prepare for their wedding day and matrimony thereafter. Please pre-register by calling 281-494-1156. The next seminar will be Tues-day, October 10, 2017. For more information please contact Deacon James Anderson at 281-224-9986.

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August 14, 2017 through August 20, 2017 Monday: Dt 10:12-22; Mt 17:22-27 Tuesday: Vigil: 1 Chr 15:3-4, 15-16; 16:1-2; 1 Cor 15:54b -57; Lk 11:27-28; Day: Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab;Ps 45; 1 Cor 15:20-27; Lk 1:39-56 Wednesday: Dt 34:1-2; Mt 18:15-20 Thursday: Jos 3:7-10a, 11, 13-17; Mt 18:21 -- 19:1 Friday: Jos 24:1-13; Mt 19:3-12 Saturday: Jos 24:14-29; Mt 19:13-15 Sunday: Is 56:1, 6-7; Ps 67; Rom 11:13-15, 29-32; Mt 15:21-28

Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time: 1 Kgs 19:9a, 11-13a; Ps 85; Rom 9:1-5; Mt 14:22-33

L S 14 de Agosto del 2017 al 20 de Agosto del 2017 Lunes: Dt 10:12-22; Mt 17:22-27 Martes: Vigilia: 1Cr 15:3-4, 15-16; 16:1-2; 1 Cor 15:54b -57; Lc 11:27-28; Día: Apo 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab; Sal 45 (440; 1 Cor 15:20-27; Lc 1:39-56 Miércoles: Dt 34:1-2; Mt 18:15-20 Jueves: Jos 3:7-10a, 11, 13-17; Mt 18:21 -- 19:1 Viernes: Jos 24:1-13; Mt 19:3-12 Sábado: Jos 24:14-29; Mt 19:13-15 Domingo: Is 56:1, 6-7; Sal 67 (66); Rom 11:13-15, 29-32; Mt 15:21-28

Decimonoveno Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario: 1 Re 19:9a, 11-13a; Sal 85 (84); Rom 9:1-5; Mt 14:22-33

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PRAYER OF SPOUSES FOR EACH OTHER

Lord Jesus, grant that my spouse and I may have a true and understanding love for each other. Grant that we

may both be filled with faith and trust. Give us the grace to live with each other in peace and harmony. May we always bear with one another’s weaknesses and grow from each oth-er’s strengths. Help us to forgive one another’s failings and grant us patience, kindness, cheer-fullness and the spirit of

placing the well-being of one another ahead of self. May the love that brought us together grow and mature with each

passing year. Bring us both ever closer to You through our love for each other. Let our love grow to perfection, for

You live and reign with the Father in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.

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25th Wedding Anniversary Jubilee Mass celebration The 2017 Wedding Anniversary Jubilee Mass honoring cou-ples celebrating their Silver (25th) Anniversary of marriage in the Catholic Church will be held on Sunday, September 24, 2017 at the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart at 3 pm. Whether or not a couple attends the ceremony, they are eligible to receive a special recognition. Registration will close on September 15, 2017. However, you may attend the special mass and register at the entrance of the Co-Cathedral. Reserved seating will be limited. Should you ar-rive when the reserved space is taken, please seat anywhere else in the Church. Each couple will be able to bring a maximum of 6 family members or friends to the Mass. If you register on that day, acknowledgements of your anniversary will be mail after verification of your sacramental marriage is confirmed. Please register online at: http://www.familylifeministryhouston.org For more information, contact Regina at Family Life Ministry (713) 741-8720 Misa de Celebración de Aniversario bodas de plata

Las Misa de Celebración de Aniversario en ho-nor a las parejas que celebran sus bodas de plata (25th) y que contrajeron matrimonio por la Iglesia Católica lle-vará a cabo el día domingo 24 de septiembre en la Co-Catedral del Sagrado Corazón a las 3:00 de la tarde. Todas las parejas inscritas con anticipación y que asistan, o no, a la ceremonia, recibirán un reconocimiento especial firmado por su Eminencia Daniel Cardenal DiNardo. La inscripción para esta celebración estará cerrada el 15 de septiembre de 2017 a la medianoche. Los lugares reservados dentro de la iglesia para las parejas que celebran su aniversario son limitados y en los casos en que no hay inscripción previa, no podremos garantizar espacio en esa área y deberán ubicarse en cualquier otra área disponible. De igual manera, los reconocimientos que recibirán por parte de Cardenal DiNardo, no serán entregados a las parejas que se ins-criban en ese día. Estos se les enviaran por correo postal una vez se verifique la información y la validez de su unión sacramental. Todas las parejas participantes, podrán asistir con, máximo, 6 familiares o amigos. Para registrase: http://www.familylifeministryhouston.org Si tiene alguna duda o inconveniente por favor contacte a Regina Vasquez en el Ministerio de Vida Familiar, (713) 741-8720.

50th Wedding Anniversary Jubilee Mass celebration The 2017 Wedding Anniversary Jubilee Mass honoring couples celebrating their Golden (50th) Anniversary of mar-riage in the Catholic Church will be held on Sunday, October 24, 2017 at the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart at 3 pm. Whether or not a couple attends the ceremony, they are eligi-ble to receive a special recognition. Registration for this celebration will be close on October 15, 2017 at midnight. Reserved seating will be limited for couples celebrating their anniversary, so please register soon to be able to reserve your space and also to make sure you will receive your acknowledgment on that day.

Please register online at: http://www.familylifeministryhouston.org For more information, contact Regina at Fam-ily Life Ministry (713) 741-8720 Misa de Celebración de Aniversario bodas de oro Las Misa de Celebración de Aniversario en honor a las parejas que celebran sus bodas de oro

(50th) y que contrajeron matrimonio por la Iglesia Católica llevará a cabo el día domingo 24 de octubre en la Co-Catedral del Sagrado Corazón a las 3:00 de la tarde. Todas las parejas inscritas con anticipación y que asistan, o no, a la ceremonia, recibirán un reconocimiento especial firmado por su Eminen-cia Daniel Cardenal DiNardo. La inscripción para esta celebración estará cerrada el 15 de octubre de 2017 a la medianoche. Los asientos reservados serán limitados para las parejas que celebran su aniversario, así que por favor regístrese pronto para poder reservar su es-pacio y también para asegurarse de que usted recibirá su reco-nocimiento en ese día. Para registrase: http://www.familylifeministryhouston.org Si tiene alguna duda o inconveniente por favor contacte a Regina Vasquez en el Ministerio de Vida Familiar, (713) 741-8720.

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P S Omnipotent and eternal God, the everlasting Salvation of those who believe, hear us on behalf of Thy sick servant, N., for whom we beg the aid of Thy loving mercy, that, with his bodily health restored, he may give thanks to Thee in Thy church. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Fr. Roy Oggero Deacon Glenn Haller JoAnn Duncan Karen Cromer Mary Camacho Martha Gonzalez June & Wilma Narvacan Brittany Dodson Sandra Aguilar Matthew Cortes Enrique Barajas Jeannine Pencak Teresinha B. Bitdinger Rita Nauck Hertha Meyer Alice Hicks Patricia Shannon Rita Beckey Nigel Smith Ann Hamilton Gwen Salisbury Gerry Doyle Joe Puga Ann Davidson Alfredo Hernandez Lara Mildred Netardus Larry Klaus Edith Hartensteiner Judy Lancaster Bernice Guess Ana Daisy Valencia Bernadette Roberts Dick Memmer Annette O’Shea Dennis Deruytter Ava Stone Doris Gijon Raul De Freitas Arnold Knoche Paul Matocha Baldemar Torres Mary Lou Ramsey Julia G. Moreno

Holy God, Holy Strong One. Holy Immortal One, have mercy on us. To Thee be praise, to

Thee be glory, to Thee be thanksgiving through endless ages, O Blessed Trinity.

-Indulgence. 500 days

P R P F D Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and may perpetu-al light shine upon them. May they rest in peace. Amen. May their souls, and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen. We remember with gratitude, and pray for God’s mercy upon: Deacon Frank Cromer, Deacon Don Senger, Kath-leen Melancon, Garland Melancon, Will DeVa-ney, Pascual Rueda, Martin Leos, Phat Joseph Nguyen, Mary Ann Hines, Anita Morales, Fonny Van Tilborg, Evaristo Tovar, Richard Harnois, Symbol Ordeneaux, Martha Kocich, Tony Medi-na, Anabel Gomez, Margarita Padilla, Curtis Du-rio, Myriam Chavez, Jane Rivera, Theresa Miko-lajczak, Paula Johnson, Bolivia Schlabach, James Hopkins, Frances Scott, Thomas Koon, Amalia Ponce DeLeon, Elmo Ordeneaux, Carlos Hernan-dez, Santiago Abaigar, Efrain Lee Davis, Joyce Franklin, Bob Roberts, Anita Swoboda

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Saint Theresa Catholic Church 705 Saint Theresa Boulevard

Sugar Land, Texas 77498

“Take courage, it is I; do not be afraid” (Matthew 14:22-33).

1 - St. Theresa School 9 - CCE Conference Room

2 - Community Center 10 - Parish Office 3 - Emmaus Chapel 11 - Church 4 - Family Life Center/Gym 12 - Temporary Office 5 - Choir Room 13 - Li le Flower Chapel 6 - Youth Lounge 14 - Rooms (B1 - B11) 7 - St. Catherine Room (Rm A) 15 - St. Vincent de Paul 8 - St. Thomas More Room (Rm B) 16 - Knights of Columbus

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Almighty every-living God, whom, taught by the Holy Spirit,

we dare to call our Father, bring, we pray, to perfection in our hearts the spirit of

adoption as your sons and daughters, that we may merit to enter into the inheritance

which you have promised.

Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit,

one God, for ever and ever. Amen.