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SACRED HEART OF JESUS

CATHOLIC COMMUNITY Archdiocese of Galveston - Houston

6502 County Road 48, Manvel, Texas 77578

Office: 281-489-8720 fax: 281-489-8727

Emergency / Emergencia: 281-643-8838

Pastor / Párroco: Deacons / Diáconos:

Very Rev. Trung V. Nguyen, J.C.L., E.V. Dcn. Richard Reyes Dcn. José Luis Martinez

Dcn. Robert Stevens Dcn. Robert Leicht www.sacredheartmanvel.org www.facebook.com/sacredheartmanvel

Sunday, December 12, 2021 ~ domingo, 12 de diciembre de 2021

Page 2 Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Community

Mass Schedule Horario de la Santa Misa

Weekday Mass / Misa Entre Semana Monday | Liturgy of the Word 9 a.m. (English) Tuesday - Friday | 9 a.m. (English)

Lunes | Liturgia de la Palabra 9 a.m. (Ingles) Martes a Jueves | 9 a.m. (Ingles)

Weekend Mass / Fin de Semana Saturday Vigil/Vigilia de Sábado 4 p.m. (English), 6 p.m. (Español) Sunday/Domingo | 8 a.m. (English), 10 a.m. (English), 1 p.m. (Español), 4 p.m. (English)

Confessions / Confesiones Wednesday/Miércoles | 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. (Church) Friday/ Viernes | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (Church)

Or by Appointment / O por Cita

Adoration / Adoración al Santisimo Monday / Lunes | 9:00am-12:00pm 1st & 3rd Friday / 1er y 3er viernes | 7:00

Anointing of the Sick by appointment

Unción de los Enfermos por cita

Parish Office Hours

Horario de Oficina Parroquial Monday - Thursday / Lunes a Jueves | 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Friday / Viernes | 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday / Sábado y Domingo |

Closed / Cerrado

LA MISIÓN DE LA PARROQUIA

† Ama a Dios † Ama a Otros † Haz Discípulos

LA VISIÓN DE LA PARROQUIA

Plena participación activa y consiente en

la vida de la Iglesia Católica.

PARISH MISSION STATEMENT

† Love God † Love Others † Make Disciples

PARISH VISION STATEMENT

Full conscious and active participation

in the life of the Catholic Church.

Sunday 3rd Sunday of Advent

Zep 3:14-18a/Is12:2-3, 4, 5-6 [6]/Phil 4:4

-7/Lk 3:10-18

Monday St. Lucy, Virgin and Martyr

Nm 24:2-7, 15-17a/Ps 25:4-5ab, 6 and

7bc, 8-9 [4]/Mt 21:23-27

Tuesday St. John of the Cross, Priest and Doctor of the Church Zep 3:1-2, 9-13/Ps 34:2-3, 6-7, 17-18, 19 and 23 [7a]/Mt 21:28-32

Wednesday

Is 45:6b-8, 18, 21c-25/Ps 85:9ab and 10, 11-12, 13-14 [Is 45:8]/Lk 7:18b-23

Thursday

Is 54:1-10/Ps 30:2 and 4, 5-6, 11-12a,

and 13b [2a]/Lk 7:24-30

Friday

Gn 49:2, 8-10/Ps 72:1-2, 3-4ab, 7-8, 17

[cf. 7]/Mt 1:1-17

Saturday

Jer 23:5-8/Ps 72:1-2, 12-13, 18-19 [cf. 7]/

Mt 1:18-25

Sunday 4th Sunday of Advent

Mi 5:1-4a/Ps 80:2-3, 15-16, 18-19 [4]/Heb 10:5-10/Lk 1:39-45

Readings for the week of December 12, 2021

Domingo 3er Domingo de Adviento

Sof 3, 14-18/Is12, 2-3. 4. 5-6 [6]/Flp 4, 4-

7/Lc 3, 10-18

Lunes Santa Lucía, virgen y mártir

Nm 24, 2-7. 15-17/Sal 24, 4-5. 6 y 7. 8-9

[4]/Mt 21, 23-27

Martes San Juan de la Cruz, sacerdote y doctor de la Iglesia

Sof 3, 1-2. 9-13/Sal 33, 2-3. 6-7. 17-18. 19

y 23 [7]/Mt 21, 28-32

Miércoles

Is 45, 6-8. 18. 21-25/Sal 84, 9 y 10. 11-12.

13-14 [Is 45, 8]/Lc 7, 18-23

Jueves

Is 41, 13-20/Sal 144, 1 y 9. 10-11. 12-13 [8]/

Mt 11, 11-15

Viernes

Is 48, 17-19/Sal 1, 1-2. 3. 4 y 6 [cfr. Jn 8,

12]/Mt 11, 16-19

Sábado

Eclo 48, 1-4. 9-11/Sal 79, 2 y 3. 15-16. 18-

19 [4]/Mt 17, 9. 10-13

Domingo 4o Domingo de Adviento

Sof 3, 14-18/Is12, 2-3. 4. 5-6 [6]

Flp 4, 4-7/Lc 3, 10-18

Lecturas de la Semana del 12 de diciembre de 2021

“He will baptize you with the

Holy Spirit and fire.” -Luke 3:16

“El los bautizará con el Espíritu Santo y con fuego.” -Lucas 3,16

Page 3 Welcome ~ Bienvenido

Mass Intentions Intenciones de Misa

Tuesday: December 14 9:00 AM † Varkey Joseph † Barbara Amelang

Wednesday: December 15 9:00 AM † Rolando Trinidad † Adoracion U. Suarez

Thursday: December 16 9:00 AM † Mary Joseph † Elmer R. Ebarle

Friday: December 17 9:00 AM † Mr. & Mrs. Federico Legreso Unborn Children

Saturday: December 18 4:00 PM † Mary Blair † Glenda Turdik

6:00 PM † Maria Guadalupe Vargas † Guadalupe Moreno

Sunday: December 19 8:00 AM † Julie Magalad † Aurelio Cruz Sr.

10:00 AM † Barbara Amelang † Phero Mau Nguyen

1:00 PM † Griselda Cardena † Flonexandra Salto

4:00 PM Parishioners of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Community

† = Repose of the Soul / Descanso del Alma

Welcome to Our Parish! If you are new to the area or have been attending

for a while and wish to become members of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Community, we invite you to complete a parish registration form. The Parishioner

Registration Form is available on our website and the parish office.

****** ¡Bienvenidos a Nuestra Parroquia!

Si usted y su familia son nuevos al área o han estado asistiendo por un tiempo a la iglesia y

desean ser miembros de la Comunidad Católica del Sagrado Corazón de Jesús, les invitamos a

completar el formulario de registración parroquial. El Formulario de Registro de Feligreses está

disponible en nuestra página web y en la oficina parroquial.

The sanctuary candle for this week

is sponsored by

Beatriz Amesquita

La vela del santuario para esta

semana fue patrocinada por

Beatriz Amesquita

The altar flowers for the weekend of

December 11th and 12th, were sponsored by

Patricia Diaz in memory of

Fabio Diaz & Fernando Angulo.

Las flores del altar para el fin de semana del

11 y 12 de diciembre fueron patrocinadas por

Patricia Díaz en memoria de

Fabio Díaz y Fernando Angulo.

Page 4 Financial Information / Información Financiera

PARISH FINANCIAL INFORMATION

FOR THE WEEK ENDING 12/5/21

Collections & Mail (112 Env) $10,606 Faith Direct (334 Families) $10,367 $20,973 Attendance 1,890

Amount Needed Per Week: $24,000 Year-to-date Average $20,787

Registered Families 3,546

2021 DIOCESAN SERVICES FUND (DSF)

Parish Goal $100,000 Total Amount Paid $71,709 Number of Participants 218

December 31 is the deadline for 2021 gifts to DSF. Gifts received after Dec 31 will credit to the parish for 2022. Any balance toward our goal as of December 31 must be paid from the regular parish operating income which is also subject to an 8.5% assessment for Archdiocesan services. Please help us reach our goal and reduce the impact on our operating budget.

Please give online at www.archgh.org/dsf or you may use one of our parish DSF envelopes available in the Narthex

and Parish Office.

Throughout the Christmas season, we are called to share Christ’s love with those around us. To

do that, we need your help.

Your generous online donations are needed now to help sustain our ministries that reflect

the promise of God’s love throughout the year. COVID-19 and news of its variants continue to

cause upheaval and uncertainty, giving our ministries added importance. Your kindness will

help families all around us.

We prayerfully request that you consider signing up for eGiving from your computer,

smartphone or tablet. You can set up a recurring donation or make a one-time gift.

Thank you for your continued support of our

parish family!

Sign up today online by visiting faith.direct/TX151

or Text ‘Enroll’ to (346) 275-2974.

There is no rectory on our parish campus and we currently do not have a permanent home for our pastor, Father Trung, and future priest (s) or seminarians. At the end of June, we established the Rectory Fund to raise money to purchase a home in a nearby neighborhood. The goal for this fund is $400,000 for the purchase, furnishings and monthly expenses for the remainder of this fiscal year. We have raised approximately one-third of the funds needed so far and have now begun to look for a home near the church, either existing or new

construction, which will meet the needs of our parish and remain within this budget.

We are grateful for the positive response and generosity of parishioners and friends so far to raise the necessary funds. There will be a second collection on the third Sunday of each month for this fund, but we need additional gifts. If you have not done so, please prayerfully consider how you may be able to help us make our goal. There are yellow envelopes at the doors of the church or you can give online through Faith Direct.

Goal: $400,000 Gifts as of 12/5/2021: $130,441

Rectory Fund Update

Thank you! God bless your continued generosity!

¡Gracias! ¡Dios siga bendiciendo su continua generosidad!

Year End Giving

We are grateful for your generosity to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Community. At this time of year, as you are planning your end of year giving, please note that all gifts for the

2021 tax year must be postmarked or received no later than December 31 to be

included with your 2021 tax statements. Gifts received after December 31 will be credited to

your 2022 giving record.

Page 5

Third Sunday of Advent / Tercer Domingo de Adviento

“Estén siempre alegres en el Señor, se los repito, estén alegres y tengan buen trato con todos” (Filipenses 4:4). Alégrense, no estén tristes ya viene la salvación. A Juan le preguntaba la gente: “¿Qué debemos de hacer? Él les contestaba: “El que tenga dos capas, que dé una al que no tiene. Y el que tenga de comer que haga lo mismo” (Lucas 3:10-11). Y así, sucesivamente al que le preguntaba, le daba su buen consejo de qué hacer al respecto. La alegría viene del dar de lo que tenemos al que lo necesite. Ahí está el secreto de la alegría. De hecho, el tercer Domingo de Adviento se le llama “Gaudete”, palabra del latín que significa gózate, alégrate, haciendo el bien a los demás.

Hoy la comunidad hispana tiene alegría doble: el gozo de que ya se acerca el nacimiento del Mesías y la alegría de celebrar a la Virgen de Guadalupe. Ojalá, que sepamos disfrutar de la alegría que este domingo nos trae. Que acudamos a la Eucaristía a celebrar, orar y compartir lo que somos y tenemos. La Liturgia nos invita a esa alegría: “Regocíjate, hija de Sion, grita de júbilo, Israel” (Sofonías 3:14). En la Anunciación de María, el Ángel Gabriel la saluda diciendo: “Alégrate llena de gracia, el Señor está contigo” (Lucas 1:28). ¿Qué nos debería llenar actualmente de gozo? Creo que una alegría grande es saber que todos estemos vacunados, que la violencia en el hogar y en las calles de nuestras ciudades termine. Que se respeten los derechos de las personas de toda raza y nación. Que los inmigrantes, los enfermos y los olvidados encuentren en esta Navidad la caricia de la bondad de Dios por medio de cada uno de nosotros.

“From silly devotions and sour-faced saints, good Lord, deliver us!" St. Teresa of Avila

We’ve all heard the adage, “Laughter is the best medicine.” In many ways, it really is. When was the last time you really laughed? The gift of imagination allows us to see possible things that are yet to be. Imagine a world filled with laughter. We take life too seriously sometimes. Fear, uncertainty, pressure, negativity, disappointment, and myriad

other human experiences can rob us of the joy needed for laughter. God never promised us an easy road, and we do have to take the course of our lives seriously. However, there is a balance to be sought and a possible joy that can be brought even to the darkest and most challenging of encounters. St. Therese of Lisieux reminds us that, “Joy is not found in the material objects surrounding us but in the inner recesses of the soul. One can possess joy in a prison cell as well as in a palace.” Falling in love with God, who is present in all of creation, allows us to bring a depth of understanding to everything we do and experience. We can more easily see above and beyond things while pursuing the only One who can truly satisfy our hearts. When we realize that God, the king of Israel, is in our midst and with us, there is no further misfortune to fear. We can celebrate the wonder and beauty of God’s gift of joy. It is no wonder that many saints radiate joy and have no reservations expressing laughter. They are happy because they have found a pearl of great price. We celebrate with joy today with hearts filled with expectation, wonder, awe, and beauty as we ready ourselves, even more excitedly, for the coming of our Savior. Do not fear and do not be discouraged. If you haven’t laughed in a while, why? Something is preventing you from expressing the magnificence of your soul and the presence of God who dwells within. God’s power and presence within us assures us that we are loved and kept in that presence. What more is really needed? Rejoice and laugh in the presence of God! It really is the best medicine and a most perfect way to convince others that God is really with us. “Go ahead, laugh! Live your life with joy and serve the Lord with laughter! Joy, with peace, is the sister of charity. Serve the Lord with laughter.” (St. Padre Pio of Pietrelcina)

Page 6 Parish Information / Información Parroquial

Marriage Preparation Coordinator The Marriage Preparation Coordinator is a part-time member of the staff of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Community. The Marriage Preparation Coordinator oversees the marriage preparation process for engaged couples, as well as coordinating rehearsals, weddings, and pre-marriage programs. Fluency in English and Spanish required. Candidates may apply by sending a Cover Letter and Resume to jobs@sacredheartmanvel.org with Marriage Preparation Coordinator in the subject line.

Communications Coordinator The Communications Coordinator is a part-time member of the staff of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Community. The Communications Coordinator will work closely with staff and volunteers to create, organize, plan and implement an effective communications plan both internally and externally to meet the needs of the parish and to convey the parish mission and vision. Fluency in English and Spanish required. Candidates may apply by sending a Cover Letter and Resume to jobs@sacredheartmanvel.org with Communications Coordinator in the subject line.

Complete job descriptions may be viewed at

www.sacredheartmanvel.org/employment-opportunities or www.archgh.org/employment.

Employment Opportunities at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Community

December 15th / 15 de diciembre

6:30 PM in the church / en la iglesia

Reconciliation Service Servicio de Reconciliación

Page 7 December Schedule / Horarios de Diciembre

Simbang Gabi

12/15 at 5 am Fr. Trung Nguyen

12/16 at 7 pm Fr. Ian Balisnomo

12/17 at 5 am Fr. Tim Prado

12/18 at 5 am Fr. Jojo Cal-Ortiz

12/19 at 5 am Fr. Ian Balisnomo

12/20 at 7 pm Fr. Edmund Eduarte

12/21 at 7 pm Fr. Arnel Barrameda

12/22 at 5 am Fr. Michael Barrosa

12/23 at 5 am Fr. Dan Baguio

The Nativity of the Lord / La Natividad del Señor December 24th / 24 de diciembre

4 PM - English 7 PM - Español 10 PM - English

December 25th / 25 de diciembre 8 AM - English 10 AM - English 1 PM - Español

** No 4pm or 6pm Mass on December 25th and no 4pm Mass on the December 26th

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Solemnidad de Maria, Madre de Dios

December 31st 4 PM - English / Ingles

January 1st / 1 de enero 9 AM - English / Ingles

Page 8 Faith Formation-Family Corner / Formación de Fe-Rincon de la Familia

Pflaum Gospel Weeklies

About the Gospel:

John the Baptist told people Jesus was coming to save them. He shared the Good News of Jesus, and we should too. John gave hope to people. He was not afraid to talk about Jesus’ coming and to encourage people to turn away from sin.

Weekly Discussion Questions-Elementary Faith Formation Classes

Promise: (Grades K-1)

Life Question - : What are some ways your family prepares for your birthday?

Gospel Question - What are some ways you can prepare this Advent for Jesus’ birthday?

Good News: (Grades 2-3)

Life Question - What are your favorite ways to get ready for Christmas?

Gospel Question - What is a prophet?

Venture: (Grades 4-6)

Life Question - How are you preparing for Jesus’ birth at Christmas?

Gospel Question - What do you need to turn away from this Advent?

Question of the week:

In what new ways can you share Jesus with others?

Family prayer:

Lord, help us to recognize what hurts your heart and have the courage to work to change it. Amen.

Pflaum Gospel Weeklies

Acerca del Evangelio:

Juan Bautista dijo a la gente que Jesús venía para salvarlos. Compartió la Buena Nueva de Jesús, y nosotros debemos hacer lo mismo. Juan dio esperanza a la gente. No tenía miedo de hablar sobre la venida de Jesús y de animar a la gente a alejarse del pecado.

Preguntas para Dialogar Semanalmente Clases de Formación de Fe - Primaria

Promise: (Kinder y 1er

Grado)

Pregunta sobre la vida - ¿De qué maneras se prepara tu familia para tu cumpleaños?

Pregunta sobre el Evangelio - ¿De qué maneras puedes prepararte este Adviento para el cumpleaños de Jesús?

Good News: (2o y 3

er Grado)

Pregunta sobre la vida - ¿Cuáles son las maneras en las que te gusta prepararte para Navidad?

Pregunta sobre el Evangelio - ¿Qué es un profeta?

Venture: (4o y 6

o Grado)

Pregunta sobre la vida - ¿Cómo te estás preparando para el nacimiento de Jesús en Navidad?

Pregunta sobre el Evangelio - ¿De qué cosas necesitas alejarte durante el Adviento?

Oración en Familia:

Señor, ayúdanos a reconocer lo que lastima tu corazón y a tener el valor de trabajar para cambiarlo. Amén.

Wednesday Bible Study Mary: A Biblical Walk with the Blessed Mother

Have you ever wondered why Mary is so important to our faith as Catholics? We turn to her in prayer, in the Mass, in the Rosary, and in Marian devotions. We honor her with special feasts celebrating the significant events in her life. We place images of her in our churches and homes.

Join us for Mary: A Biblical Walk with the Blessed Mother, an extraordinary study that reveals Mary's unique role in God's Kingdom and in our lives. Filmed on location in the Holy Land, Mary: A Biblical Walk with the Blessed Mother will place you in the midst of the powerful drama of her earthly life, taking you through her joys and her sorrows. You will learn how she works in our lives today, drawing us ever closer to her divine Son. Mary will become a part of your daily life and help you to become more like Christ. The Bible study will meet in the Connie Bowers Discipleship Center, room 115, beginning 11/3/2021 at 1:00pm and continuing every Wednesday. For more information, call Cami Chedster at 281-489-8720 or email cchedester@sacredheartmanvel.org.

Love God. † Love Others. † Make Disciples.

Page 9 Faith Formation / Formación de Fe

Important Changes to Pre-Baptismal Classes Starting in January, the Baptism classes will be in person. They will be on the

First and Second Thursdays every month (except for April which is shifted

down for Holy Week) here at SHOJ from 7:30pm - 9pm. Parents must take

both session 1 and session 2 to complete their preparation for Infant Baptism. If you miss one class, you can take

it the following month. Classes in English and Spanish will be offered at the same time on both days. The

Sponsor/Godparent class will be online on the fourth Thursdays of the month from 6:30-7:30pm in English and

7:30-8:30pm in Spanish. Godparents can choose to take this class with the parents OR take the class online.

Cambios Importantes a las Clases Pre-Bautismales A partir de enero, las clases de bautismo serán en persona. Las clases serán el primer y segundo jueves de cada

mes (excepto en abril) en el edificio Connie Bowers de 7:30 p.m. a 9 p.m. Los padres deben de asistir a las dos

clases para completar su preparación para el bautismo infantil. Si pierden una, pueden tomar la clase el próximo

mes. Las clases en inglés y español se ofrecerán al mismo tiempo en ambos días. La clase de Padrinos será en

línea el cuarto jueves del mes de 6:30-7:30pm en inglés y 7:30-8:30pm en español. Los padrinos pueden elegir

tomar esta clase con los padres O tomar la clase en línea.

NEW GODPARENT/SPONSOR CLASS! We will have an online class for Godparents/Sponsors on the fourth Thursday of the month starting in January 2022. It will be a zoom class from 7:30pm-9:00pm that will go over the role and responsibilities of Godparents/Sponsors. This will include Godparent/Sponsors for Infant Baptism, RCIA/RICA, as well as Confirmation sponsors for both youth and adults. The goal is to better help sponsors understand the importance of the role they are undertaking and get them more involved in the Sacramental preparation process. It will be offered online for those sponsors who live further away - even those who live in another country. Godparent/Sponsors need only attend one of these classes. English and Spanish will be offered concurrently in the same date and time period but with different links. Although it is ideal that those who are infant Baptism Godparents attend both the pre-baptismal class and the sponsor class, they need only attend one or the other to get class credit. The material taught in these two classes is different and the focus for the Godparent class is how they can be the best Godparent/sponsor for the child/adult they are sponsoring. Call the Parish Office for more information and to register for class.

¡NUEVA CLASE PARA PADRINOS! Tendremos una clase en línea para padrinos el cuarto jueves del mes a partir de enero de 2022. Será una clase de zoom de 7:30 p.m. a 9:00 p.m. que repasará el rol y las responsabilidades de los padrinos. Esto incluirá padrinos para el bautismo infantil, RCIA / RICA, así como padrinos de confirmación para jóvenes y adultos. El objetivo es ayudar a los padrinos a comprender la importancia del papel que están desempeñando y lograr que se involucren más en el proceso de preparación sacramental. Se ofrecerá en línea para aquellos padrinos que viven más lejos, incluso aquellos que viven en otro país. Los padrinos solo necesitan asistir a una de estas clases. Se estarán ofreciendo en inglés y español simultáneamente el mismo día, pero con diferentes enlaces. Aunque es ideal que aquellos que son padrinos de bautismo infantil asistan tanto a la clase pre-bautismal como a la clase de padrinos, solo necesitan asistir a uno u otro para obtener crédito de clase. El material que se enseña en estas dos clases es diferente y el enfoque para la clase de padrino es cómo pueden ser el mejor padrino para el niño / adulto que están patrocinando. Llame a la Oficina Parroquial para obtener más información y para inscribirse en la clase.

Page 10 Our Parish / Nuestra Parroquia

Sponsor a Sanctuary Candle or Altar Flowers for a particular Sunday,

in celebration of an anniversary, in memory of a deceased loved one, to honor friends and family or in thanksgiving to

almighty God. Call the Parish Office for more information.

Patrocine una Vela del Santuario o Flores para el Altar para un domingo en particular en celebración de un aniversario,

en memoria de un ser querido, para honrar a familiares y amigos o en acción de gracias a Dios todopoderoso. Llame a la Oficina Parroquial para más información.

The best gift we can offer to our loved ones, both living and

deceased, is a remembrance of them at Mass. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass is the most pleasing offering to God

on their behalf.

To schedule a Mass Intention, please visit the Parish Office.

El mejor regalo que podemos hacerles a nuestros seres

queridos, tanto vivos como fallecidos, es recordarlos durante la Misa. El Santo Sacrificio de la Misa es la ofrenda

más agradable a

Dios en su nombre.

Para hacer una intención de misa, por favor visite la Oficina Parroquial.

Baptism Information

We have Baptisms once a month, for children under 7

years old. Stop by the office for more information

and to pick up the registration packet or

email Aribella at: baptisms@sacredheartmanvel.org

We offer the Pre-Baptismal Class online through Zoom

once a month. Please call the Parish Office to sign up.

Información para Bautizos

Tenemos Bautismos una vez al mes, para niños menores

de 7 años. Visite la Oficina Parroquial para obtener más

información y recoger el paquete de registro o mande un

correo electrónico a Aribella a:

baptisms@sacredheartmanvel.org

Ofrecemos la clase pre-bautismal en línea una vez al mes

a través de Zoom. Por favor llame a la oficina parroquial

para registrarse.

Volunteer Opportunities Each week we livestream our 10am and 1pm Masses on

Facebook and YouTube for those who are unable to join us in person.

We are in need of volunteers to serve once or twice a month at the 1pm Mass. No experience is needed. Training will be provided. If you are interested in serving, please contact the

parish office.

Cada semana transmitimos en vivo nuestras misas de 10 am y 1 pm en Facebook y YouTube para aquellos que no pueden

unirse a nosotros en persona.

Necesitamos voluntarios para servir una o dos veces al mes en la Misa de la 1 pm. No se necesita experiencia. Se

proporcionará capacitación. Si usted está interesado en servir, por favor póngase en contacto con la oficina parroquial.

Alvin Manvel Knights of Columbus 129 County Rd. 146, Alvin TX 77511

Bingo Nights Every Monday and Wednesday

Doors open: 6:00 pm Bingo starts: 7:00 pm

$600 Bonanza Payout Pull Tabs

Computers

Come have some fun!! Bring your friends!!

Page 11 Social Ministry / Ministerio de Servicios Sociales

Sacred Heart of Jesus Social Ministry

Food Distribution Day

Every Wednesday 10am-Noon and 1pm - 6pm

14307 Hwy 6, Rosharon, TX 77583

Senior Boxes

Every two months, The Houston Food Bank provides commodity boxes valued at $50 retail to eligible

seniors. See our website for eligibility requirements and more information or contact the Houston Food Bank Helpline at 832.369.9390 for assistance. The next distribution date is December 13th.

Sacred Heart of Jesus Social Ministry

Distribución de Comida

cada Miércoles 10 am a 12 pm y 1 pm a 6 pm

14307 Hwy 6, Rosharon, TX 77583

Cajas de Comida para Personas de la Tercera Edad

Cada dos meses, el Banco de Alimentos de Houston ofrece cajas de comida valoradas en $50 para las personas mayores que son elegibles. Vea nuestra pagina web para ver los requisitos para ser elegible y

obtener más información o comuníquese con la Línea de Ayuda del Banco de Alimentos de Houston al 832.369.9390 para recibir asistencia. La próxima fecha de distribución será el 13 de diciembre.

Each Wednesday, our Social Ministry staff and volunteers from multiple churches serve in our food pantry to set up and assist more than 350 families. We need a few more volunteers to help with the afternoon

distribution (1-6pm). If your Safe Environment status is current, you enjoy helping others, and can serve at least one hour, we need you! No experience required. Please contact Sandy

at shughes@sacredheartmanvel.org or call the parish office to sign up or learn more.

Cada miércoles, nuestro personal de Ministerio Social y los voluntarios de varias iglesias sirven en nuestra despensa de alimentos para establecer y ayudar a más de 350 familias. Necesitamos algunos voluntarios más

para ayudar con la distribución de la tarde (1pm a 6pm). Si esta al corriente con Safe Environment (Ambiente Seguro), le gusta ayudar a los demás y puede servir al menos una hora, necesitamos de su ayuda!

No se requiere experiencia. Comuníquese con Sandy a shughes@sacredheartmanvel.org o llame a la oficina parroquial para inscribirse u obtener más información.

Page 12 Archdiocesan Events / Eventos Arquidiocesanos

Pregnant and parenting moms in need are in our parishes and our neighborhoods. As Pope Francis reminds us, our parishes need to be “islands of mercy in the midst of the sea of indifference.”

In order to assess, expand, and better communicate resources to local pregnant moms and families in need, our parish is joining a nationwide effort entitled: “Walking with Moms in Need.”

We invite all parishioners to join us as we embark on this effort to serve mothers in need in our community. If you are interested in becoming involved contact: Lynette Salmon 832-621-8715 or LPAsalmon@gmail.com

En nuestras parroquias y vecindarios hay madres embarazadas y madres que crían hijos que están necesitadas. Como nos recuerda el papa Francisco, nuestras parroquias necesitan ser “islas de misericordia en medio del mar de la indiferencia”.

Para evaluar y expandir los recursos para madres embarazadas y familias necesitadas y darlos a conocer, nuestra parroquia se ha unido a una iniciativa nacional denominada “Camina con madres necesitadas”.

Invitamos a todos los fieles a que se unan a nosotros al inicio de esta iniciativa para servir a las madres necesitadas en nuestra comunidad. Si estás interesada en participar, contacte a Lynette Salmon 832-621-8715 o LPAsalmon@gmail.com.

St. Lucy

Feast Day December 13

A name that means

“light,” St. Lucy (283 –

304) is the patron saint of

those blind or suffering

with eye trouble. Not

much is known about her

life, except that she was

determined to remain a

virgin and thus refused

marriage. History tells

the story of a frustrated

suitor who eventually

accused St. Lucy of

being a Christian (at crime at the time), and she was

executed in Syracuse, Sicily, in the year 304.

Today, we celebrate a number of traditions that

incorporate symbolic meaning of St. Lucy as the

“bearer” of light in the darkness of winter. This is

particularly seen in Scandinavian countries, with

their long dark winters. There, a young girl dressed

in a white dress and a red sash (as the symbol of

martyrdom) carries palms and wears a crown or

wreath of candles on her head. In Denmark,

Norway and Sweden, girls dressed as Lucy carry

rolls and cookies in procession as songs are sung.

Page 13 Children’s Bulletin / Boletín de Niños

Querido Dios, ayúdame a compartir felizmente con los demás.

¿Cómo puedes demostrar que amas a Dios? En lugar de guardar toda tu ropa y comida, comparte algo con personas que no tienen nada. Sé feliz y agradecido por todo lo que Dios te ha dado. Cuando amas a Dios más que al dinero, estarás feliz de compartir.

ORACIÓN

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