WEEKLY STEWARSHIP

July 12, 2020

Envelope Giving $975

Plate Giving $2,199

Online Giving $1,097.19

Total $4,271.19 Funds needed a week to meet operations $5000

Overage/Deficit -($728.81)

JULY 19, 2020 XVI SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME

GOSPEL REFLECTION EVERYDAY STEWARDSHIP

Do What Needs to Be Done

A friend recently confided in me

that although he prayed frequently each day and was

involved heavily in his parish, he did not sense much fruit coming

from it all and was left feeling unsatisfied. I assured him he was

not alone. I told him of a deceased pastor of mine who had spoken frequently about being in this type of situation. Even as a

priest, he knew all too well of how we can feel like we are simply

going through the motions. It is precisely at those times that

continuing to pray and practicing good stewardship is most

important, because it would be easier to simply take a break and risk never coming back. He liked

to say, “Do the drill,” meaning just do what needs to be done.

We are all called to be mature

disciples who answer the call of Jesus Christ regardless of the cost.

We cannot choose when and where the call will come. We cannot schedule our

stewardship in a way that is always most convenient for us.

Even when the fruits of our faithful efforts seem hidden from us, we hold to the promise that we are never called to give of ourselves for nothing. God is working through us and in us.

No matter how dry the land may seem, seeds are being planted to yield a harvest greater than we

can ever realize. Stay strong and do the drill!

— Tracy Earl Welliver, MTS

Bill Gray Leonardo Cepeda Sandra Altomare Maria Gonzales Edward Mazano

Joanne Hunt

Socorro Martinez Ruth Ramirez

Fran Dreis Julian Lorenzo Helen & Buriel

Smith Brigida McInvale

Isela Gonzalez Jennifer Martinez Cristina Serrano Rachel Fowler Esperanza Villa

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GOSPEL MEDITATION ENCOURAGE YOURSELF TO A DEEPER UNDERSTANDING OF SCRIPTURE

Grace and sin, belief and unbelief, good and evil all exist together. While we wrestle with these two dimensions of reality inwardly, they are also witnessed in the actions and words of others. Many, all too often, beat themselves up because of their sin. We are also all too quick to pass judgment on others whom we perceive to be in error and walking down a wrong path. God does not make rash judgments, nor should we. Patience is the order of the day as is an understanding that God is ultimately the caller of the shots.

Our faith tells us that while God allows the wheat and the weeds to coexist, the wheat will always triumph. As long as we can cultivate even a little faith and a small measure of desire for God, He can produce abundant blessings and good things. Even when the weeds seem to have triumphed, there still may be a small measure of faith remaining that can be cultivated and grown. It doesn’t take much! Unless a person totally allows the weeds to reign, there is always to be found at least a small measure of faith, good, light, and love. With even this small portion, God can produce abundant growth. Admittedly, it is easy to give into the weeds, and they grow very quickly. Any gardener knows this to be true. Sometimes, the weeds even seem more attractive and vibrant. Dealing with weeds can quickly become a losing battle, and they can look healthier and grow faster than the very plants we are trying to protect. It’s easy to give into them and let them win. While God will deal with all things in due time, we are responsible for keeping things in check in the short term. It is our task to keep our eyes fixed on God’s presence and mercy. We are asked to avoid judgment. And, it is not our responsibility to deal with the weeds in someone else’s garden, only our own. One garden is enough responsibility for anyone. Weeds have power. We have to realize this. While they can appear attractive and healthy, they can quickly choke us off from God’s presence. Our task is one of maintenance and cultivating a desire for God. Even the smallest kernel of faith can grow into something wonderful. In God’s time, the eternal harvest will come, and we will no longer have to worry about the weeds.

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JULY 19, 2020 XVI SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME

19 20 21 22 23 24 25

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Pray for Rev. Michael

Froidurot

Wis 12:13, 16-19/Ps 86:5-6, 9-10, 15-16 [5a]/Rom 8:26-27/

Mt 13:24-43 or 13:24-30

Pray for Rev. Enrique

Fuentes

Mi 6:1-4, 6-8/Ps 50:5-6, 8-9,

16bc-17, 21 and 23 [23b]/Mt

12:38-42

Pray for Rev. Charles

Fuld

Mi 7:14-15, 18-20/Ps 85:2-4, 5-6, 7-8 [8a]/Mt

12:46-50

Pray for Rev. Rolando

Gabutera

Sg 3:1-4b or 2 Cor 5:14-17/Ps

63:2, 3-4, 5-6, 8-9 [2]/Jn 20:1-2,

11-18

Pray for Rev. Msgr.

Michael Gallagher

Jer 2:1-3, 7-8, 12-13/Ps 36:6-7ab, 8-9, 10-11 [10a]/Mt 13:10-

17

Pray for Rev. Higinio

Garcia

Jer 3:14-17/Jer 31:10, 11-

12abcd, 13 [cf. 10d]/Mt 13:18-

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Pray for Rev. Roberto Gavotto OSA

2 Cor 4:7-15/Ps

126:1bc-2ab, 2cd-3, 4-5, 6 [5]/

Mt 20:20-28

Readings for the week of July 19—July 25

Observances for the week of July 19, 2020 Sunday: 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday: St. Apollinaris, Bishop and Martyr Tuesday: St. Lawrence of Brindisi, Priest and Doctor of the Church Wednesday: St. Mary Magdalene Thursday: St. Bridget, Religious Friday: St. Sharbel Makhlūf, Priest Saturday: St. James, Apostle

QUESTIONS OF THE WEEK

First Reading The Jewish sage speaks of God as master of all who judges us with clemency and governs us with leniency. What are some areas of your life that make you grateful for a merciful God? Second Reading Paul teaches the Christians in Rome that the Spirit helps us “to pray as we ought.” When do you find yourself most at prayer? Gospel Reading We hear today a series of parables describing aspects of the kingdom of heaven: the parable of the weeds among the wheat, the parable of the mustard seed, and the parable of the yeast. What do you think makes Jesus’ parables such an effective method for teaching about the mystery of the kingdom of heaven?

Jul 19 Sun 8:30am +Carmen Ortega +Ilario Toscano

Jul 19 Sun 10:30am Familias Arredondo y Zepeda

Jul 25 Sat 5:00pm For the Parishioners

JULY 19, 2020 XVI SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME

Our ACA Parish Goal for 2020 is $38,000.00. so far we have a pledged amount of $21,135 with $13,875.94 as an Actual paid to date amount.

Help us reach our goal for 2020 Turn in your pledge today!

Why do we do that?

Sign Before the Gospel Question: I have been going to Mass for years and have always wondered: why do we make the three signs of the cross before the Gospel? Answer: Certainly, many people go to Mass or other devotions, doing and saying things out of habit or reverence and not really understanding the reasons behind some of these things. But everything we do has a meaning or purpose that helps us to worship better, proclaim our beliefs, or focus the attention of the people on something that has a greater importance or significance. A review of the meaning of various gestures and practices can help us have a deeper appreciation for what we do. There is a little prayer that goes with the three crosses before the Gospel: “May the words of the Holy Gospel be on my mind, on my lips and in my heart.” In standing to hear the Gospel, we acknowledge that Jesus is present, and the words of the Gospel are addressed to us. All of the gestures and special postures we adopt before the Gospel are intended to help us prepare for hearing the Word as well as act on it. The incense, the Alleluia, the deacon or priest, and the special dialogue and announcement that introduces the Gospel help us focus our attention on the Good News we are about to hear. The three signs of the cross show our desire and good intention to hear and live the Gospel. ©LPi

Jonathan Eliseo Benitez

Isabella Sophia Chavez

Christian Emiliano Corona

Matthew Fausto French

Alyssa Marie Gaxiola

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JULY 19, 2020 XVI SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME JULY 19, 2020 XVI SUNDAY OF ORDINARY TIME

Remember that SAFETY AND HYGIENE - THE DUTY OF EVERY INDIVIDUAL

PLEASE STAY HOME IF: you have a pre-existing condition

You are feeling sick You suspect you may have been exposed to COVID-19

You have a sick family member at home You are in the risk population

REMEMBER TO: Wear a face mask

Practice social distance Listen to all instructions NO HAND SHAKING AT THE SIGN OF PEACE

Sit only in designated areas Minimize the touching of any areas

Masses will continue to be livestreamed or taped as

necessary and available on our website www.stpiusxjamul.com

or on the Diocesan website

www.sdcatholic.org

PRAYER TO OUR BLESSED VIRGIN

MOTHER FOR THOSE THAT

ARE SICK.

Mother of Christ and the church. For generations

we have trust in your

hands those that are sick,

Please turn to your children that

have contracted this virus that is sowing fear and oppression in our

homes, our recreational and workplaces. You that have felt and met the

uncertainties of the present and the Future. And with your Son in arms

walked the paths of exile, remind us that He is the Way, the Truth and the Life. And that Only Him defeated our death with his death. Only He may free us from all evil. Oh Sorrowful Mother,

that by your Son’s cross, you have suffered, calm our pain with your loving gaze and protection. Bless those that are sick , and those that live in true

fear of this pandemic and those that watch over them with zealous love and

courage. Bless the families, the young people, the old ones, the Church, and the humanity as a whole. Teach us Oh Loving Mother to do everyday what your Son wants us to do. Remind us today and always, in

trial and joy, Jesus who bore our sufferings and took on our pains, and that with his sacrifice brought to the world the hope of a life

that does not die. Health of the Sick, Mother of us and of

all mankind, Pray for us! AMEN

LIVE THE LITURGY

Grace and sin are found together. As much as our hearts long for union with God, there is always that part of us that resists. As much as I wholeheartedly believe in God, there is a

dimension of disbelief with which I also wrestle. Even though we may seek purity and

integrity in all of our thoughts, words, and deeds, there is also the path toward weakness

and sin that we find ourselves traversing. Just as weeds can easily overtake the best of

gardens, so too can weakness and sin overtake and overwhelm a person. The call is to realize the power the weeds of sin have to choke us off from God’s presence. While God allows the wheat and the weeds to exist together, we

must keep our eyes fixed on God’s mercy and forgiveness and resist the death that comes

from giving way to sin and evil. In God’s time, the eternal harvest will come, and we will no

longer have to worry about the weeds. For now, we must be vigilant and regularly seek the assistance of the Master Gardener.

©LPi