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St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church
Rev. Howard Goertz, Pastor Deacon Paul Easterling Patricia Gonzales, Administration Sandra Salinas / Marilyn Williams, Religious Education Haurora Ordonez, Youth Ministry Gloria Riojas, Custodian SUNDAY MASS SCHEDULE Saturday: 5:30 pm (English) Sunday: 8:00 am (Spanish) & 10:00 am (English) Reconciliation (Confession): Saturday 4:45 pm–5:15 pm & Wednesday after 8 am Mass DAILY MASS SCHEDULE Tuesday: 6:30 pm Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:00 am 24-hour Adoration: Begins Thursday 8:00 am - Concludes Friday 8:00 am PARISH OFFICE: 830-875-5354 FAX: 830-875-3533 Office Hours: Mon. & Fri. 9 am – 1 pm * Tues. Wed. & Thurs. 8 am - 1 pm ~ 2 - 5 pm PARISH HALL: 830-875-9052 PARISH RECTORY: 830-351-5043 PARISH EMAIL ADDRESS: [email protected]
ESTABLISHED IN 1879
500 East Travis Street Luling, Texas 78648
REFLECTIONS
REASON TO REJOICE
Dark violet is used throughout Advent to express its character
as a season of spiritual preparation for Christmas and “the com-
ing of the Lord.” But on the Third Sunday of Advent, formerly
known as Gaudete (Latin for “rejoice”) Sunday, rose may be
added to the liturgical environment. The entire liturgy is infused
with a spirit of rejoicing.
Today’s first reading and Gospel proclaim the reality of God’s
saving work in our midst. Isaiah exuberantly describes the idyl-
lic transformation of all creation as a result of God’s presence
in the midst of the people. In the Gospel, Jesus connects
Isaiah’s prophecy with what is happening in his own ministry.
In addition to the list of healings from Isaiah (the blind, the
lame, lepers, and the deaf), Jesus’ presence brings two other
reasons for rejoicing: “The dead are raised, and the poor have
the good news proclaimed to them” (Matthew 11:5).
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REFLEJOS
MOTIVO DE REGOCIJO
El color morado se usa durante el Adviento para expresar el
carácter de este tiempo de preparación espiritual para la Navi-
dad y la “venida del Señor”. Pero en el Tercer Domingo de Ad-
viento, anteriormente conocido como Domingo Gaudete
(“regocijo” en latín), se puede agregar el color rosa al ambiente
litúrgico. Toda la liturgia está impregnada de regocijo.
La primera lectura de hoy y el Evangelio proclaman la realidad
de la obra salvadora de Dios entre nosotros. Isaías describe con
exuberancia la idílica transformación de toda la creación como
resultado de la presencia de Dios en medio de su pueblo. En el
Evangelio, Jesús vincula la profecía de Isaías con lo que está
ocurriendo en su propio ministerio. Además de lista de cura-
ciones de Isaías (los ciegos, los cojos, los leprosos y los sor-
dos), la presencia de Jesús ofrece otras dos razones para regoci-
jarnos: “Los muertos resucitan y a los pobres se les anuncia el
Evangelio” (Mateo 11:5).
Third Sunday of Advent page 2
BURNING OF SANCTUARY LIGHT
DECEMBER 2019
FOR FAMILY
By: ARNULFO & JANIE BARRIENTES
WEEKLY OFFERINGS REPORT WEEK OF DECEMBER 7 & 8
Collections 1st Collection ........................................................ $2,688.28 Children’s Collection ................................................ $32.50 Total .................................................................... $2,720.78
Needed Weekly .................................................. $4,198.54 Under weekly needed ............. <$1,77.76>
Diocesan Collection Retired Religious ..................................................... $716.41
Other Votive Candles ........................................................ $151.00 Youth Ministry (Breakfast) ..................................... $586.00 Youth Ministry (Wreath) ......................................... $200.00 Immaculate Conception ........................................... $482.00 Church Donation (Funeral - Salas) .......................... $100.00 SVDP Christmas Meal ......................................... $1,050.00
With God All Things Are Possible!
2019 MARRIAGE RECOGNITION
CERTIFICATES
Marriage recognition certificates signed by
Bishop Joe Vazquez are available for couples married 5, 10, 15
and so on, in increments of 5 years. Please notify the Church
Office by December 14 if you celebrated an anniversary this
year (2019). Father Howard will hand out Marriage Recognition
Certificates on the Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and
Joseph, December 28 & 29, 2019.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY
CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20
ST. JOHN’S PARISH HALL @ 6 PM
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FREE CHRISTMAS MEAL SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21 ST. JOHN’S PARISH HALL
SERVING BEGINS AT 11:30 AM
BASTROP-LOCKHART DEANERY
ADVENT PENETENTIAL SERVICES
ALL BEGIN AT 7:00 PM
Father Howard will be assisting at the following Services….
Sacred Heart in Rockne - Monday, December 16
Immaculate Heart of Mary, Martindale - Tuesday, December 17
St. Mary, Lockhart - Thursday, December 19
December 15, 2019 page 3
ST. JOHN’S BULLETIN BOARD
Sunday Breakfast ............................................................Sundays
This Sunday, December 15th Knights of Columbus will have
Coffee and Donuts. Sunday Breakfast is served after both the 8am
& 10am Mass in the Parish Hall. NO Sunday Breakfast, December
22 or Sunday, December 29 (Have a Merry Christmas & Happy
New Year).
Práctica del coro (español) ................................................ Jueves
Práctica del coro (español), cada Jueves a las 6 de la tarde en la
casa de la parroquia, 400 S. Pecan.of the month at 9am.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
ST. JOHN’S COUNCIL
HOLIDAY FOOD DRIVE
Non-perishable items can be dropped off in the boxes located in
the main foyer of the Church or in the Church Office.
DONATIONS FROM THE HEART FOR THE ELDERLY
SOCK AND THROW BLANKET DRIVE
St. John’s Youth Ministry will be seeking donations of Socks (for
men and women) and throw blankets starting November 24th until
December 15th. You may drop off your donations in the Christmas
box in the main entrance of the church or the Christmas box in the
church office.
Your Donation is Greatly Appreciated.
“And don’t forget to do good and to share with those in need.
These are the sacrifices that please God.” Hebrews 13:16
CRE NEWS & UPDATE
CRE Christmas Party will be held on Wednesday,
December 18 for each group session. The Knights of
Columbus will be serving hot dogs and we are asking
parents to bring chips, drinks or sweets for the chil-
dren. Santa will be here to hear the younger students wish list for
grades K—4th, so bring your cameras and your little ones to get a
picture with Santa.
Luling ISD Winter Break, December 23, 2019 —
January 7, 2020. CRE Classes will resume Wednesday,
January 15, 2020.
St. John’s CRE Nativity Pageant, Christmas Eve, Tues-
day, December 24 at the 5:30 pm Children’s Mass. All
of the children of our parish are invited to participate as
cast members or in the Children’s Christmas Choir. Both groups
will be required to attend practices on Sunday, December 22 at
11:30 am & Tuesday, December 24 at 10 am.
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
Christmas Flowers, December 14/15. A special collection
for Christmas Flowers, Church and Altar Decorations will
be taken up at all three Masses.
Feast of the Holy Family, December 28 & 29. A special
collection for family services within our diocese will be
taken up all three Masses. Please be generous in support-
ing this much needed service.
2019 CHRISTMAS MASS SCHEDULE (Tuesday, December 24 & Wednesday, December 25)
Tuesday, December. 24th 5:30 pm Eucharistic Ministers: Jay Crowell & Patsy Anderson
Lector: Rich Anderson Altar Servers: Francisco Reyna & Gabriel Aguayo
Hospitality: Vicente Reyna & Britney Mager
Tuesday, December. 24th 10:00 pm Eucharistic Ministers: Martin Pratka & Sharon Pratka
Lector: Sam Chapa Altar Servers: Evan Bujnoch & Addison Bujnoch
Hospitality: Robert & Suzanne Hochstein
Wednesday, December 25th 9:00 am Eucharistic Ministers: Lane Zumwalt & Sandra Salinas
Lector: Evelyn Hernandez Altar Servers: Chloy Sanchez & Victor Frausto
Hospitality: Michael & Amanda Ramirez
St. John’s sends a heartfelt Thank You to Luling
Chevrolet for their most generous donations of
$5,000 toward our Fall Festival and $1,000 to St.
Vincent de Paul for Christmas meal. Your donations are greatly
appreciated!
2020 OFFERTORY ENVELOPES & CALENDARS
Please make Time to pick up your 2020 Calendar and box of Of-
fertory Envelopes located in the main entrance of Church. If you
would like to register to receive envelopes please contact the
Church Office at 830-875-5354, during business hours. Please
Note: Only (1) Calendar per Family
www.stjohnluling.com
December 21 & 22
Lectors Eucharistic Ministers Sat. 5:30 pm Patsy Anderson Jay Crowell Robert Natal
Sun. 8:00 am Lucy Chapman Hortencia Villanueva Delfina Rodriguez
Sun. 10:00 am Juan Rios Gloria Lopez Cynthia Hunter Altar Servers
Sat. 5:30 pm Chloy Sanchez
Sun. 8:00 am Ileana Rondan Giovanna Rondan
Sun. 10:00 am Gabriel Aguayo Gary Cantu Hospitality Ministers
Sat. 5:30 pm Felix Bienek Julian Sepulveda
Sun. 8:00 am Manuel Tello Maria Tello
Sun. 10:00 am Sotero Ramirez Rebecca Ramirez
GET A SUBSTITUTE IF YOU CAN NOT BE PRESENT!!!
**FOR YOUR INFORMATION**
Baptisms: One class is required for parents and sponsors! The next English Baptismal Class will be Sunday, January 12 at 11:30 am in Classroom 3.
Bautizos Se requiere que los Papás y Padrinos asistan a una Clase de Bautismo. El proximo clase de Bautismo es Domingo, 12 enero a 11:30 am en el cuarto 2.
Marriage A six-months to one-year notice is required, please call the Church office to meet with the Pastor.
Bodas De 6-meses a un año de antemano. Llama a la Oficina.
Quinceañera Celebration A six months to one-year notice is required, for a Quinceañera the family must be registered in the parish and the 14 year old must be already enrolled and attending CRE Classes the year before and the year of, to be eligible to celebrate in the church. Please call the Church Office to meet with the Pastor.
Celebrando Tus XV Años Se requiere un aviso de seis meses a un año, para una quinceañera la familia debe registrarse en la parroquia y los 14 años de edad deben estar ya inscritos y asistir a las clases de CRE el año anterior y el año de, para ser elegibles para celebrar en la iglesia. Por favor llame a la oficina de la iglesia para reunirse con el pastor.
Ministry to the Sick When a parishioner is hospitalized, in nursing home or homebound please contact the Church at (830) 875-5354, so that arrangements can be made for them to receive the sacraments.
Ministerio de los enfermos Comunicate con la Oficina a 830-875-5354.
Healing Service (Anointing of the Sick) On the 2nd Saturday of the Month immediately following the 5:30 pm Mass.
Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) English & Spanish Saturdays from 4:45 pm - 5:15 pm and Wednesdays after 8 am Daily Mass.
St. John’s Website Please visit our website: www.stjohnluling.com
St. John the Evangelist
Saturday, December 14 “St. John of the Cross” Readings: Sir 48:1-4, 9-11; Ps 80:2ac, 3b, 15-16, 18-19; Mt 17:9a, 10-13 Mass: 5:30 pm Beto Lugo† (Tina Conley) In Thanksgiving (Aurora Gottardt)
Sunday, December 15 “3rd Sunday of Advent” Readings: Is 35:1-6a, 10; Ps 146:6-10; Jas 5:7-10; Mt 11:2-11 Mass: 8:00 am Para la Parriquial 10:00 am Cody Craig (BD) (Joe Camacho) Jasmine Kung† (14th AD) (Annelise Miller)
Monday, December 16 Readings: Nm 24:2-7, 15-17a; Ps 25:4-5ab, 6, 7bc-9; Mt 21:23-27
No Mass
Tuesday, December 17 Readings: Gn 49:2, 8-10; Ps 72:1-4ab, 7-8, 17; Mt 1:1-17
No Mass (Father Howard hearing Confession in Martindale)
Wednesday, December 18 Readings: Jer 23:5-8; Ps 72:1-2, 12-13, 18-19; Mt 1:18-25 Mass: 8:00 am Jennifer† & John Capps† (Jane Goertz)
Thursday, December 19 (24-hr Adoration begins) Readings: Jgs 13:2-7, 24-25a; Ps 71:3-4a, 5-6ab, 16-17; Lk 1:5-25 Mass: 8:00 am James Miller† (2nd AD) (Anneliese Miller) Lena Beck† (Jane Goertz)
Friday, December 20 (24-hr Adoration concludes) Readings: Is 7:10-14; Ps 24:1-4ab, 5-6; Lk 1:26-38 Mass: 8:00 am Jagger Craig (BD) (Joe Camacho) Jennifer† & John Capps† (Jane Goertz)
Saturday, December 21 “St. Peter Canisius” (Winter begins) Readings: Sg 2:8-14 or Zep 3:14-18a; Ps 33:2-3, 11-12, 20-21; Lk 1:39-45 Mass: 5:30 pm For the Parish
Sunday, December 22 “4th Sunday of Advent” Readings: Is 7:10-14; Ps 24:1-6; Rom 1:1-7; Mt 1:18-24 Mass: 8:00 am Aurelio Berumen (en acción de gracias (Familia Berumen) Marina Gomez (SI) & Gonzalo Camacho† (Lucy Chapman y Familia) 10:00 am Guadalupe “Lupe” Quiroz† (Anna Martinez)
Jannette Alvarado, Brian Alvarez, Dwight Belden, Luke Branyon,
Nicole Bujnoch, Hortencia Cardenas, Joe Cardenas, David
Castilleja, Joe Castillo, Robert Cavanagh, Kase Conley, George
Conley, Lincoln Contreras, Chance Contrell, Richard Dittrich, Samantha
Edwards, Yolanda Estrada, Dario & Reina Flores, Sofia Flores, Gilbert “Beto”
Garcia, Nemesio Gomez, Joe D. Gonzales, Suzy Gonzales, Maria Gutierrez,
Don, Shirley & Dustin Hegwar, John Houeye, Alex Lopez, Mario Lopez, III,
Paul Lopez, Father Adan Martinez, Jimmy D. McIntoch, Janie Meraz, Valerie
Moore, Gabriel Mujica, Jean Netardus, Cris & Lucy Oliva, Everardo Ramirez,
Gloria Reyes, Maria Reyes, Alex Rodriguez, Antonia Rodriguez, Della
Salazar, Otilia Santos, Mary Schuh, Samuel Skinner, Virginia Suarez, Helen
Vara, Margaret Yarborough, Tomas Zarate and Rudolfo & Laura Zelaya.
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