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ST. THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC CHURCH 185 St. Thomas Drive, Ojai, California 93023 805-646-4338 FAX 805-646-5928 Office Hours Monday-Friday 9:00AM-5:00PM WEBSITE STACOJAI.ORG FACEBOOK.COM/STACOJAI FACEBOOK.COM/STACKIDS Served by the Augustinians Pastor Father Kirk Davis O.S.A. Associate Pastor Father Fernando Lopez O.S.A., and Deacon Phil Nelson LITURGIES Sunday Masses SATURDAY EVENING VIGILS English 5:00PM & Spanish 6:30PM SUNDAY MORNING English 7:30AM & 9:30AM Spanish 11:30AM WEEKDAYS M-F 9:00AM Saturday 8AM SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturdays 3:30PM - 4:30PM EXPOSITION AND ADORATION Of the Blessed Sacrament Friday 9:30AM-10:30PM PRAYER LINE Contact Parish Office WEDDINGS Contact Parish Office BAPTISMS English: Dn. Phil Nelson Spanish: Fr. Fernando Lopez OSA FUNERALS Contact Parish Office PRIVATE PRAYER Church open Mon-Sat 10AM-4PM
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ST. THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC CHURCH 185 St. Thomas Drive, Ojai, California 93023 805-646-4338 FAX 805-646-5928
Office Hours Monday-Friday 9:00AM-5:00PM WEBSITE STACOJAI.ORG FACEBOOK.COM/STACOJAI FACEBOOK.COM/STACKIDS
Served by the Augustinians Pastor Father Kirk Davis O.S.A.
Associate Pastor Father Fernando Lopez O.S.A., and Deacon Phil Nelson
LITURGIES Sunday Masses
SATURDAY EVENING VIGILS English 5:00PM & Spanish 6:30PM
SUNDAY MORNING English 7:30AM & 9:30AM
Spanish 11:30AM
WEEKDAYS M-F 9:00AM
Saturday 8AM
SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION Saturdays 3:30PM - 4:30PM
EXPOSITION AND ADORATION Of the Blessed Sacrament Friday 9:30AM-10:30PM
PRAYER LINE Contact Parish Office
WEDDINGS Contact Parish Office
BAPTISMS English: Dn. Phil Nelson
Spanish: Fr. Fernando Lopez OSA
FUNERALS Contact Parish Office
PRIVATE PRAYER Church open Mon-Sat
10AM-4PM
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Please pray for the happy repose of the souls of, Marian Newman
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
Amen. Please keep Marian and her family and friends in your daily prayers.
UNA LECCIÓN INESPERADA La parábola de Jesús describe a los trabajadores que registran la entrada al trabajo” en varios momentos en el transcurso del día: al amanecer, a las nueve, a las tres y a las cinco. Independientemente de la hora en que empezaron a trabajar en la viña, todos los trabajadores reciben la misma paga, y para quienes empezaron tarde la paga les parece generosa desde luego, pero a los que sí empezaron temprano les parece injusta. El patrón calmo a los trabajadores enfadados; sin embargo, junto con ellos se alegra y transforma su enfado en una reflexión hacia la generosidad. Los trabajadores que empezaron tarde como a las cinco, pero aquellos que empezaron al amanecer fueron los últimos en entender la extravagante paga del patrón. Visto de esta manera, la parábola no solamente habla de la generosidad de Dios hacia los creyentes “indignos”, sino también de la infinita paciencia del Señor hacia aquellos que pensaban que no tenían nada que aprender.
EMPEZANDO DE NUEVO Las lecturas de hoy nos dan un dulce refrigerio a todos los que conocemos la amargura del desánimo. No importa cuán obstinadamente determinemos mejorarnos, la condición humana a menudo nos deja en charcos de fracaso y arrepentimiento. Jesús tiene un plan nuevo para nosotros. La parábola del Evangelio de hoy demuestra la misericordia de Dios, misericordia que se regocija en comienzos nuevos. Nos reconforta saber que Dios nos acompaña en nuestros trabajos -y obra para nosotros- ya sea que luchemos con el cuidado de nuestros cuerpos, nos esforcemos por tener paciencia, evitando los chismes, dedicando tiempo a la oración, siendo generosos, superando la adicción, permaneciendo en la recuperación o simplemente atendiendo a nuestro trabajo diario. Jesús nos muestra que él activamente se compromete con nosotros cada vez que nos quedamos cortos. Desde el amanecer hasta el anochecer, el Señor nos busca, llamándonos a unirnos a él en la viña. Ahora, hoy, justo en este momento, es nuestro amanecer. ¿O a nuestras nueve de la noche, o a nuestro medio día? Ignoremos el reloj. Jesús nos invita a olvidar los fracasos pasados, la misericordia de Dios los borra. El salmo de hoy insiste en que “el Señor está cerca de todos los que lo invocan”. Con esperanza, entonces, empecemos de nuevo. Lecturas de hoy: Is 55:6–9; Sal 145 (144):2–3, 8–9, 17–18; Flp 1:20c–24, 27a; Mt 20:1–16a
AN UNEXPECTED LESSON Jesus’ parable depicts workers who “punch the clock” at various times throughout the long day: dawn, nine, noon, three, and five o’clock. Regardless of when they began working in the vineyard, the laborers all receive the same reward. The reward seems lavish to the latecomers, of course, and shockingly unfair to the long-faithful workers. The landowner soothes his most dutiful laborers, however, delighting in them as friends and transforming their bitter confrontation into a reflection on generosity. The laborers who arrived at five o’clock might have been late to the job, but those who began at the crack of dawn were last to understand the extravagant bounty of the landowner. Seen in this way, the parable discusses not only God’s generosity toward “unworthy” believers, but also the Lord’s inexhaustible patience toward those who thought they had nothing more to learn. BEGINNING AGAIN Today’s readings provide sweet refreshment to all of us who know the bitterness of discouragement. No matter how stubbornly we determine to improve ourselves, the human condition often leaves us in puddles of failure and regret. Jesus has a new plan for us. Today’s Gospel parable demonstrates the mercy of God, mercy that rejoices in fresh beginnings. We take comfort in knowing that God accompanies us in our labors—and works for us—whether we struggle with caring for our bodies, striving for patience, avoiding gossip, making time for prayer, being generous, overcoming addiction, remaining in recovery, or simply attending to our daily work. Jesus shows us that he actively engages with us each time we fall short. From dawn to dusk, the Lord seeks us out, calling us to join him in the vineyard. Now, today, right this moment, is our dawn. Or our nine o’clock. Or noon? Ignore the clock! Jesus invites us to forget past failures; divine mercy wipes them away. Today’s psalm insists that the “Lord is near to all who call upon him.” In hope, then, we begin again. Today’s Readings: Is 55:6–9; Ps 145:2–3, 8–9, 17–18; Phil 1:20c–24, 27a; Mt 20:1–16a
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WORLDWIDE MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER
Don’t take a summer vacation from caring for your marriage. God wants to be part of your
marriage all summer long. Bring a breath of fresh air to your relationship. The next Worldwide
marriage Encounter Weekend is Nov 6th-8th in Ventura.
Early registration is highly recommended. For more information contact Ed and Jo Lara at
(818) 848-6729 or www.twocanlove.org. We help make good marriages better.
ENCUENTRO DE MATRIMONIO MUNDIAL
No te tomes unas vacaciones de verano cuidando tu matrimonio. Dios quiere ser parte de tu
matrimonio todo el verano. Trae un soplo de aire fresco a tu relación. El próximo fin de semana de encuentro matrimonial mundial es del 6 al 8 de noviembre en Ventura. El registro anticipado es
muy Recomienda. Para obtener más información, póngase en contacto con Ed y Jo Lara al (818) 848-6729 o www.twocanlove.org. Ayudamos a mejorar
los buenos matrimonios.
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LECTURAS DE HOY Primera lectura — Así como el cielo está muy alto por encima de la tierra, así son los caminos y los pensamientos de Dios sobre los nuestros (Isaías 55:6-9). Salmo — El Señor está cerca de todos los que lo llaman (Salmo 145 [144]). Segunda lectura — Cristo se magnificará a través de mí, sea que yo viva o que muera (Filipenses 1:20c-24, 27a). Evangelio — Los últimos serán los primeros y los primeros serán los últimos (Mateo 20:1-16a).
LECTURAS DE LA SEMANA Lunes: Ef 4:1-7, 11-13; Sal 19 (18):2-5; Mt 9:9-13 Martes: Prov 21:1-6, 10-13; Sal 119 (118):1, 27, 30, 34, 35, 44; Lc 8:19-21 Miércoles: Prov 30:5-9; Sal 119 (118):29, 72, 89, 101, 104, 163; Lc 9:1-6 Jueves: Ecl 1:2-11; Sal 90 (89):3-6, 12-14, 17bc; Lc 9:7-9 Viernes: Ecl 3:1-11; Sal 144 (143):1b, 2abc, 3-4; Lc 9:18-22 Sábado: Ecl 11:9 — 12:8; Sal 90 (89):3-6, 12-14, 17; Lc 9:43b-45 Domingo: Ez 18:25-28; Sal 25 (24):4-9; Fil 2:1-11 [1-5]; Mt 21:28-32
LOS SANTOS Y OTRAS CELEBRACIONES
Domingo: Vigésimo Quinto Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario Lunes: Mateo Martes: Comienza el otoño Miércoles: San Pío de Pietrelcina Sábado: San Cosme y san Damián; Bienaventurada Virgen María
TODAY’S READINGS
First Reading — Turn to the Lord who is generous in forgiving (Isaiah 55:6-9). Psalm — The Lord is near to all who call upon him (Psalm 145). Second Reading — Live your lives in a way worthy of the gospel of Christ (Philippians 1:20c-24, 27a). Gospel — The last will be first, and the first will be last (Matthew 20:1-16a).
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday: Eph 4:1-7, 11-13; Ps 19:2-5; Mt 9:9-13 Tuesday: Prv 21:1-6, 10-13; Ps 119:1, 27, 30, 34, 35, 44; Lk 8:19-21 Wednesday: Prv 30:5-9; Ps 119:29, 72, 89, 101, 104, 163; Lk 9:1-6 Thursday: Eccl 1:2-11; Ps 90:3-6, 12-14, 17bc; Lk 9:7-9 Friday: Eccl 3:1-11; Ps 144:1b, 2abc, 3-4; Lk 9:18-22 Saturday: Eccl 11:9 — 12:8; Ps 90:3-6, 12-14, 17; Lk 9:43b-45 Sunday: Ez 18:25-28; Ps 25:4-9; Phil 2:1-11 [1-5]; Mt 21:28-32
SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES
Sunday: Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday: St. Matthew Tuesday: Autumn begins Wednesday: St. Pius of Pietrelcina (Padre Pio) Saturday: Ss. Cosmas and Damian; Blessed Virgin Mary
DAILY MASS INTENTIONS
Saturday Sept 19 5:00 PM June Connelly † By: Crystal Connelly
Sunday Sept 20 9:30 AM Fernando Melendez † By: Bereavment
Monday Sept 21 9:00 AM Manny Perez † By: Connie Rimpa Trina Soares † By: Bob & Punky Soares
Tuesday Sept 22 9:00 AM Joseph Nocero † By: Charles Coscarelli
Wednesday Sept 23 9:00 AM Gerhard Henne † By: Quackenbush Family
Thursday Sept 24 9:00 AM Paul Richard Hernandez ☼ By: Pizana & Hernandez Families
Friday Sept 25 9:00 AM Josephine Nocero † By: Charles Coscarelli
Saturday Sept 26 8:00 AM Mary Jane Wallace † By: Les & Mary Baker
Turn to the Lord for mercy; to our God, who is generous in forgiving.
-Isaiah 55:7b
Regrese al Señor, y él tendrá piedad; a nuestro Dios, que es rico en perdón.
-Isaías 55:7b
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PARISH STAFF & PARISH DIRECTORY
Pastor, Father Kirk Davis, O.S.A. 805-646-4338 X105 [email protected] Associate Pastor, Fernando Lopez, O.S.A. 805-646-4338 X103 [email protected] Deacon Phil Nelson 805-276-3799 [email protected] Parish Office/Bookkeeper, Kathleen Lansing 805-646-4338 X101 [email protected] Religious Education, Aina Yates 805-646-4338 X111 [email protected] R.C.I.A., Sr. Rachel Yourgules 805-646-4338 X110 [email protected] Bulletin Editor, Rubeena Estrada 805-646-4338 X109 [email protected] Facilities & Grounds, Max Pineda 805-646-4338 X106 [email protected] Aquinas Center & Facility Rental 805-646-4338 X101 [email protected] Bereavement, Paula Clarke 805-798-2966 Communion to the Sick Steve Barrack [email protected] Family to Family, Marie Maier 805-646-5980 [email protected] Finance Council, Dan Reid 805-640-0935 [email protected] Liturgy Committee, Deacon Phil 805-276-3799 [email protected] Pastoral Council, Randy Wells 805-901-3623 Open Pantry, Bonnie Patton 805-649-2729 Share the Harvest, Tina Ford 618-910-4272 [email protected]
BULLETIN DEADLINES Please submit your bulletin requests to the office or by email to [email protected] by 3:00PM Friday
GOD’S WORD FOR CHILDREN
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Santa Barbara Regional Congress of Religious Education
If you’ve always wondered what the Santa Barbara Regional Congress of Religious Education was but didn’t have time to attend in person, here is your chance to register for a virtual Congress 2.0. Many speakers and workshops available and the virtual congress open to everyone!
For information on all other Online Regional Congresses check out our website: https://lacatholics.org/regional-congress/
Si siempre te has preguntado cuál era el Congreso Regional de Educación Religiosa de Santa Bárbara pero no tenías tiempo para asistir en persona, aquí tienes tu oportunidad de registrarte en un Congreso virtual 2.0. ¡Muchos oradores y talleres disponibles y el congreso virtual abierto a todo el mundo!
Para más información sobre los otros Congresos Regionales en línea, visite nuestro sitio web: https://lacatholics.org/regional-congress/
CATECHETICAL SUNDAY
Catechists are people who keep the memory of God alive; they keep it alive in themselves and they are able to revive it in others.
-Pope Francis
Los Catequistas son personas que guardan la memoria de Dios vivo; Ellos mantenerlo vivo en ellos mismos y son capaces de revivirlo en otros.
-Papa Francisco
REGRISTRATION FOR SACRAMENTS INSCRIPSION PARA LOS SACRAMENTOS Inscripciones para la preparación de Sacramentos:
La Primera Comunión y La Confirmación comenzarán 1 de septiembre de 2020. Los formularios y requisitos de inscripción se publicarán en el sitio web de la parroquia.
Nosotros, como iglesia, somos responsables de orar, ayudar y afirmando a la familia en la enseñanza de la fe católica. Familia La catequesis está empoderando a la familia para que enseñe Fe católica en sus hogares. Dado que en este momento no podemos reunirnos en persona (debido a las restricciones del virus Covid-19) tendremos nuestra instrucción a través de la plataforma virtual, Zoom y estamos comprometidos a ayudar a los padres a modelar la fe y preparar a sus hijos para recibir los sacramentos, en sus hogares. Oren por nuestras familias y catequistas mientras nos embarcamos en una nueva y creativa entrega de la formación de la fe.
Registrations for preparation of Sacraments:
First Holy Communion and Confirmation will begin on September 1, 2020. Registration forms and requirements will be posted on the parish website.
We as a church are responsible for praying, helping and affirming the family in teaching the catholic faith. Family Catechesis is empowering the family to teach about their Catholic faith in their homes.
Since at this time we are not able to meet in person (because of the Covid-19 virus restrictions) we will be having our instruction through the virtual platform, Zoom and we are committed to helping parents model faith and prepare their children to receive the sacraments, in their homes. Pray for our families and catechists as we embark on a new and creative delivery of faith formation.
Congreso Regional de Educación Religiosa de Santa Bárbara
Dear God, We ask you to protect all those suffering from the wildfires in California, Help those who have lost their homes, to find a place to live, Help those who have lost a loved one, to find peace in You, Help those injured, to heal, help all firefighters, to continue their courageous act of service, help those searching for a lost family member or friend, to find him/her unharmed. As we pray together seeking your intervention, we ask for rain to pour down on these horrendous wildfires and crush their destructive power. Our hearts are filled with compassion for all those who are afflicted by this dreadful natural disaster. Through Jesus Christ Our Lord, Amen
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ST VINCENT DE PAUL’S PANTRY Saturday, October 17, 2020
St Vincent de Paul’s Pantry will be open and distributing to our customers, drive up, open your trunk and pre-bagged groceries will be placed in your car.
St Vincent de Paul’s Pantry is always on the 3rd Saturday of each month.
St. Vincent de Paul’s pantry is also running food share this Monday at 10:00AM-12:00PM For everyone's safety boxes are place in the trunk of your car.
Share the Harvest is also available on the 1st Thursday of each month at 10:00 AM Thank you all the volunteers and supporters, all your help is go graciously appreciated.
We need volunteers to help bag on the Friday at 2:30PM before and help distribute on Saturday 7:30 AM.
Monies donations: Please make checks out to: “ST VINCENT DE PAULS” and place it in a CLEARLY MARKED ENVELOPE and drop off your envelope at the church office.
WE NEED DONATIONS NOW We have been able to serve 414 families, 975 people with food and produce in June.
The pantry is in much need of the following Items: Canned meats: tuna, spam, chicken, ham...etc.
Paper towels, toilet paper, cereal of all kinds, pasta of all kinds, rice, beans, jam, jelly, peanut butter, crackers, soups. Baby products are also in need, Diapers of any size, especially in
need of size #3 Canned and non-perishable needed as well.
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