SECOND COLLECTIONS/ SEGUNDA COLECTA

September 10, 2017– There will be a second collection after communion for Catholic Universities. Your donations, as always, are very much appreciated. 10 de Septiembre 2017– Habra una segunda colecta después de la comunión para Universidades Catolicas. Sus donaciones, como siempre, son muy apreciadas. September 17, 2017- There will be a second collection after communion for Catholic Education– St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Trust. Your donations, as always, are very much appreciated. 17 de Septiembre 2017- Habra una segunda colecta después de la comunión para Educacion Catolica– St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Trust. Sus donaciones, como siempre, son muy apreciadas

DEDICATED OFFERINGS

The Sanctuary Lamp is burning for George Agius

This was requested by his Family

Altar Bread & Wine has been offered for George Agius

This was requested by his Family

Altar Candles are offered In Thanksgiving to St. Jude

Altar Flowers are offered for Our Parish Family

OLMC MASS INTENTIONS SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 (Weekday) 5:00pm Maria & Filippo Vozzo SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 (Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time) 8:00am Michael O’Malley, Willie Kenny & Eileen Lee 9:00am Privata 10:00am Living & Deceased Members of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Rosary Society 11:15am Maria & George Blanda 12:30pm Jorge Brenes & Rodrigo Chavarria, Jr. 7:00pm Parish Family MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 (Labor Day) 9:00am Henry Nicolas Morales Jr. & Michael Carmine Rinello TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 (Blessed Teresa of Calcutta) 8:00am Miguel Angel Casanova 12:00pm Herberth & Estelle Wooley WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 (Weekday) 8:00am Antonio & Domenica Tenaglia 12:00pm Michael G. McCullagh THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 (Weekday) 8:00am Navidad Urquizo 12:00pm Mary Carroll FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 (The Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary) 8:00am Keith Ulich 12:00pm Deceased Members of the Canavan Family SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 (St. Peter Claver) 8:00am Mr. Efrank Giovannvi Montalvo– Living 5:00pm John Lenoci SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 (Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time) 8:00am Intention Available 9:00am 10:00am Adelaida P. DeGuzman 11:15am Connie & Charlie Pascucci 12:30pm Rafaela Hidalgo– 6th Anniversary 5:00pm Parish Family

WEDDINGS/BODAS Wedding arrangements should generally be made 6 months in advance.

Arreglos para bodas generalmente deben hacerse 6 meses en avance.

PRAY FOR THE SICK If you have a family member you wish to be prayed for, please let us know immediately and we will be happy to pray for them. The names will remain on the sick list for three weeks and thereafter repeated as requested.

Week 1: Robert Salerni Kevin Wooley Robert Lohman Robert Dempsey Pedro Acevedo Victor Mayo Marie Dowd James Leung Nancy Collins Filippo Gambino Alcibiades Castrillon

Week 2: Eugene Manetta Blaise Montuori Rita Morris Audrey Landusky

Week 3: Lillian Dallara Joe Polacek Rachel Spellman

22ND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME First Reading: Jeremiah 20:7-9 Jeremiah has been overpowered by God’s word and can find no rest unless he proclaims it. Second Reading: Romans 12:1-2 Paul reminds us that our minds can be renewed by Christ and we can look at the world in new way. Gospel: Matthew 16:21-27 Jesus emphasizes the centrality of the cross in his own life and in ours.

SEPTEMBER 3RD, 2017— TWENTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

PURGATORIAL SOCIETY We pray for the souls in Purgatory every first Friday of the month. You may enroll names in the Purgatorial Society to be prayed for one year for a donation of $10.00. The following have been enrolled for the month of September: Milady Marin Tulio Angelo Rosa Helen Mills Bruff George Agius Mary Parmel

PRAY FOR OUR DECEASED Robert Poter

We try to keep the schedule that is printed in the bulletin as accurate as possi-ble. For the most up-to-date calendar please visit our website at mountcarmelasto-ria.org. Times shown may reflect set up and clean up time; please look in the bulletin for more information for events. Thank you.

Sunday September 3

10:30am– 12:30pm Cursillo Guadalupe A/B 11:30pm– 12:30pm Czech Community Lourdes A/B 5:00pm– 7:00pm Santiagueros Guadalupe A

Monday September 4

6:30pm– 8:00pm School of Mariachi Guadalupe A 7:00pm– 9:00pm San Judas Tadeo/ V Encuentro Nazareth 7:00pm– 9:00pm Grupo de Apoyo Fatima

Tuesday September 5 7:00pm– 9:00pm Marriage Encounter Guadalupe B+ Fatima

Wednesday September 6 7:30pm– 10:00pm Young Adult Group Fatima

Thursday September 7

7:00am– 5:00pm TYWLS Gym 1:00pm– 4:00pm Carmel Diamond Seniors Guadalupe A/B 6:30pm– 9:30pm Catechist Meeting Guadalupe A/B 7:30pm– 9:00pm Guadalupe Canciones Fatima

Friday September 8 7:00am– 4:30pm TYWLS Gym 6:00pm– 9:00pm Spanish Choir Nazareth 7:00pm– 10:00pm Jornada Group Guadalupe A 7:00pm– 9:00pm Danza Azteca Guadalupe B

Saturday September 9

All Day Baile Guadalupano Gym 9:00am– 12:00pm AA Meeting Guadalupe A/B+ Fatima 10:00am– 1:00pm Saturday Lessons in Faith Lourdes A/B 3:30pm– 7:00pm Adult Sewing Group Lourdes A/B 4:00pm– 5:30pm SIA Fatima

BAPTISMS IN 2017/ BAUTISOS EN 2017 BAPTISM SCHEDULE—ENGLISH

WEDNESDAY SUNDAY Conference 8:00pm- Institute Ceremony 2:00 pm September 20, 2017 September 24, 2017 October 18, 2017 October 22, 2017 November 22, 2017 November 26, 2017 December 13, 2017 December 17, 2017

HORARIO DE BAUTISMOS—ESPANOL

MIERCOLES DOMINGO Charla 8:00pm— Instituto Ceremonia 2:00pm 6 de Septiembre 2017 10 de Septiembre 2017 11 de Octubre 2017 15 de Octubre 2017 8 de Noviembre 2017 12 de Noviembre 2017 6 de Diciembre 2017 10 de Diciembre 2017

Entrance Antiphon Miserere mihi, Domine, quoniam ad te clamavi tota die: quia tu, Domine, suavis ac mitis es, et copiosus in Misericordia omnibus invocantibus te. Have mercy on me, O Lord, for I cry to you all the day long. O Lord, you are good and forgiving, full of mercy to all who call to you.

Offertory Antiphon Domine, in auxilium meum respice: confundantur et rever-eantur, qui quaerunt animam meam, ut auferant eam: Domine, in auxilium meum respice. Look down, O Lord, to help me. Let there be shame and confu-sion on those who seek my life, Look down, O Lord, to help me.

Communion Antiphon Qui vult venire post me, abneget semetipsum: et tollat crucem suam, et sequitur me. Whoever wishes to come after me must deny himself, take up his cross and follow me.

SUNDAY 8AM MASS ANTIPHONS THIS WEEK AT OLMC PARISH INSTITUTE

VOCATION STATION

2017 Catholic Day Saturday, September 9 • Citi Field Join the Mets and the Diocese of Brooklyn at Citi Field for Catholic Day on September 9.

The day of worship and fellowship will begin with morning Mass at Citi Field from 9:45 a.m. to 11:15 a.m., followed by fun, food, and games provided by DeSales Media Group in the Marina East Parking Lot.

Fans are then invited back at 7:10 p.m. to join us for the game against the Reds. Hundredfold Workshop April 14, 2018 • Immaculate Conception Center Next Spring, the Diocese of Brooklyn will welcome Rhonda Grue-newald, the author of Hundredfold: A Guide to Parish Vocation Ministry, for the Hundredfold Workshop to teach people how to foster vocations in their parishes. All clergy, religious, and laypeo-ple in the diocese are invited. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend as we work to create a culture of vocations!

VOCATION PRAYER GROUP Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio has declared that in Brooklyn and Queens we will celebrate a “Year of Vocations,” starting Friday, August 4th. We have a “Vocations Prayer Group” which will meet every Sunday for a year starting on Sunday, August 6th at 9AM in the UPPER CHURCH.

ST. MARGARET MARY

THIS WEEK AT ST. MARGARET MARY

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 3rd

• 10:00 am– AA Meeting (English)- Rectory

• 11:30 a.m. Spanish Faith Sharing Group – (Hall)

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6th:

• 7:00 p.m. Spanish Prayer Group – (Hall + Chapel)

• 7:30 pm– AA Meeting (English)- Rectory

HORA SANTA, ADORACION Y BENEDICION DEL SANTISIMO SACRAMENTO

Cada primer Sabado del mes en Santa Margarita María de 7:00pm a 9:00pm. Todos estan Invitados.

AA MEETING (ENGLISH)

Sundays -10am -11am- Closed Discussion Meeting Wednesday– 7pm– 8pm- Step Meeting

(Tradition Last Wednesday of the Month) in the Rectory Room

RUMMAGE SALE/ VENTA There will be a rummage sale on September 12, 13 & 14. Doors open at 9:00am.

Habra una venta el 12, 13 y 14 de Septiembre. Las puertas se abren a las 9:00am.

MASS INTENTIONS THIS WEEK

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 (Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time) 10:15 am

INCOME TAX PREPARATION St. Margaret Mary

9-18 27 Ave. Astoria, NY 11102

Federal and NY State Forms You may be eligible for earned income

tax credit OBTAIN TAXPAYER

IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS

Call Denise for more info: (718) 721-9020

IMPUESTOS (INCOME TAX) SE PREPARAN AQUÍ: Santa Margarita María

9-18 27 Ave. Astoria, NY 11102

Formulario Federal y Estatal de NY Usted hasta pueda calificar para el crédito de los impuestos de salario

Obtenga su número de identificación de impuestos

Llame a Denise para más información al: (718) 721-9020

ANNUAL CATHOLIC APPEAL/CAMPAÑA CATOLICA ANUAL As of August 28th 2017, we have 259 donors who have pledged $63,749 towards our parish goal of $59,118. Over $49,000 has been collected thus far. Pledge envelopes are still available at the church doors and in the rectory. No pledge is too small and everyone can help our campaign succeed.

A partir del 28 de agosto del 2017, tenemos 259 donantes que han prometido $63,749 hacia nuestra meta de la parroquia de $59,118. Más de $49,000 se ha colectado hasta el momento. Los sobres todavía estan disponibles en las puertas de la iglesia y en la rectoría. Ninguna doncaion es demasiado pequeña y todos podemos ayudar a que nuestra campaña tenga éxito.

ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT—FIRST FRIDAYS Spiritual writers speak of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament as the Mass held in contemplation”. As a way of encouraging devotion to the Eucharist, we invite everyone to spend some time before the Blessed Sacrament each First Friday of the month. Exposition and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament will take place after the 8:00 am Mass until the 12 Noon Mass. Come join us in prayer.

DONATIONS TO OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL OR SAINT MARGARET MARY

Donations are always accepted and appreciated at Our Lady of Mount Carmel and Saint Margaret Mary including household items & clothing. We ask that books of any kind please be donated to your nearest library where they could be put to its best use. We will no longer be accepting food donations. We appreciate the kind hearts and thoughtfulness of people who donate. If possible, please bring your donations directly to Saint Margaret Mary, thank you.

DIDN’T RECEIVE YOUR CONTRIBUTION ENVELOPES? If you did not receive your contribution envelopes, please use a blank envelope and write your name and envelope number on the front. If you do no remember your envelope number please write down your address so we are able to credit your donation. Thank you very much!

SOCIETY OF SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL GIVES BACK Our Lady of Mount Carmel should share in the profits. For every car, truck or van, running or not, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul will give back to our church $50/$100 per vehicle. Maybe you don’t have a vehicle, but a family member, friend or neighbor has an old or neglected vehicle that they would like to dispose of. Call the Society of St. Vincent de Paul at 718.491.2525. Thank you for your participation.

ST. MARGARET MARY FOOD PANTRY NEWS In the month of July 2017 a total of 1,659 people were served. This included 699 children, 757 adults and 203 seniors.

DEVOCION A LA DIVINA MISERICORDIA El grupo devocional a la Divina Misericordia se reune cada segundo Sabado del mez a las 3pm en la capilla de Santa Margarita Maria.

“DREAM ACT” DEFERRED ACTION APPLICATIONS ARE AVAILABLE & CONSULTS RE. ADMINISTRATIVE RELIEF

If you have any questions or would like to set up an appointment please call at 718-721-9020.

ACCION DIFERIDA - ASISTENCIA CON ALIVIO ADMINISTRATIVO Las aplicaciones para la acción diferida para los llegados en la infancia es-tán disponibles. Si usted tiene alguna pregunta y/o quiere hacer una cita por favor llamar al 718-721-9020.

PARISH BULLETIN BOARD

DE EL PASTOR Queridos amigos,

El fin de semana del “Día del Trabajo” marca el fin extraoficial de la temporada vacacional. Aunque hay algunas semanas más de verano cronológico, los ritmos y horarios de trabajo, escuela y eventos al aire libre cambian de nuevo a "modo de trabajo". Eso no significa, sin embargo, que no es necesario para relajarse y disfrutar de lo que el tiempo libre puede haber. Espero que pueda hacer tiempo para disfru-tar de esta temporada única del año.

La idea de un "descanso" es el núcleo de nuestro concepto religioso del "Sábado". Los judíos veían el Sábado como un regalo de Dios a la humanidad, no tanto para imitar su ejemplo de descanso después del trabajo, sino para contemplar la obra que se ha hecho y para agradecer a Dios por nuestro capacidad de hacerlo en Su servicio. Los cristianos movieron el Sábado desde el séptimo día (sábado) hasta el octavo día (domingo), significando tanto el memorial de la Resurrec-ción, como también el nuevo sábado que acompaña a la nueva Crea-ción en Cristo. Un descanso del domingo como una idea religiosa ha dado lugar en gran medida al concepto secular del "fin de semana" para centrarse en nuestras necesidades terrenales. Como discípulos de Cristo necesitamos hacer un esfuerzo extra para infundir nuestras actividades del sábado con un sentido de gratitud al Dios que nos hizo y un día nos llamará a nuestro descanso eterno en Él.

Por prepararnos para el domingo, la asistencia a la misa pue-de ayudarnos a vivir el sábado de manera más intencional. Te invita-mos mes de inscribirte para “Levantate” --- los pequeños grupos de compartir la escritura que reanudarán la semana del 6 de octubre. Estos grupos son una gran manera tanto para prepararse para la Misa dominical, para familiarizarse con la Escritura y para conocer tus com-pañeros de feligreses. Por favor hable con los voluntarios en las Misas este fin de semana o el próximo.

Un evento estético de descanso que todos podamos disfrutar en los próximos meses es otro de nuestra serie de conciertos vocales e instrumentales que se han convertido en parte del tejido aquí. Artistas musicales como el “Amuse Singers”, el Astoria Symphony y el Coro de San Lorenzo Ruiz han presentado su repertorio más de una vez a una gran respuesta. Nuestro órgano reconstruido de la pipa abrió una nue-va avenida de funcionamiento con el concierto inaugural ofrecido por el maestro Jamie Hitel la primavera pasada. Ahora estamos orgullosos de anunciar nuestro segundo concierto de órgano de tubo, presenta-do por el virtuoso organista y experto de Bach Anthony Newman el domingo, 8 de octubre a las 3 pm en la iglesia superior. La admisión será gratuita y el rendimiento será del más alto calibre. Únase a noso-tros, y dígales a sus amigos y vecinos también.

Por último, quiero agradecer a las 27 personas que fueron

capaces de donar sangre aquí fin de semana pasado. También agra-

dezco al Coordinador Winnie Burke, los Caballeros de Colón de la In-

maculada Concepción y los demás voluntarios que ayudaron con el

evento. Con la contribuciones de todos se salvarán muchas vidas.

Dios los cuide, Mons. Sean G. Ogle

FROM THE OGLE OFFICE Dear friends,

Labor Day weekend marks the unofficial end of the vacation season. Although there a few more weeks of chronological summer, the rhythms and schedules of work, school and outdoor events change back to “work mode”. That doesn’t mean, however, we don’t need to relax and enjoy what free time there may be. I hope you can make time to enjoy this unique season of the year.

The idea of a “rest” is at the heart of our religious concept of the “Sabbath”. Jews saw the Sabbath as God’s gift to humanity, not so much to imitate His example of rest after work (presumably God doesn’t really need time off!), but rather to contemplate the work that has been done and to thank God for our capacity to do it in His service. Christians moved the Sabbath from the seventh day (Saturday) to the eighth day (Sunday) signifying both the memorial of the Resurrection, but also the new Sabbath that accompanies the new Creation in Christ. Sunday Sabbath as a religious idea has largely given way to the secular concept of the “weekend” to focus on our earthly needs. As disciples of Christ we need to make an extra effort intentionally to infuse our Sabbath activities with a sense of gratitude to the God who made us and will one day call us to our eternal rest in Him.

Preparing for Sunday Mass attendance can help us to live the Sabbath more intentionally. We invite you this weekend and next to sign up for the small Scripture Sharing groups that will resume the week of October 6. These groups are a great way both to prepare for Sunday Mass, to become more acquainted with Scripture and to get to know your fellow-parishioners. Please speak to the volunteers at the doors after Masses this weekend or next.

One aesthetic event of rest we can all enjoy in the coming months is another in our series of vocal and instrumental concerts that have become part of the fabric here. Musical artists such as the “Amuse” Singers, the Astoria Symphony and the San Lorenzo Ruiz Choir have presented their repertoire more than once to great response. Our rebuilt pipe organ opened up a new avenue of performance with the inaugural concert offered by maestro Jamie Hitel last spring. We are now proud to announce our second pipe organ concert, presented by virtuoso organist and Bach expert Anthony Newman on Sunday, October 8 at 3 PM in the upper church. Admission will be free and the performance will be of the highest caliber. Please join us, and tell your friends and neighbors as well.

Finally, allow me to thank the 27 people who were able

to donate blood here last weekend. I also thank coordinator

Winnie Burke, the Immaculate Conception Knights of Columbus

and the other volunteers who helped with the event. With

everyone’s participation many lives will be saved.

God love you,

Msgr. Sean G. Ogle

CARMEL DIAMOND SENIORS– The Carmel Diamond Seniors will resume their meetings every Thursday from 1pm– 4pm in the parish institute, Guadalupe Room, beginning September 7, 2017.

SPEACIAL SECOND COLLECTION There will be a special second collection for Hurricane Harvey Relief

on the October 1st weekend.

SEGUNDA COLECTA ESPECIAL

Habra una segunda colecta para el Alivio del Huracan Harvey el fin de semana del 1ro de Octubre,

PARISH BULLETIN BOARD

OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL FLEA MARKET Saturdays/ Sabados 8:00am– 6:00pm

Along Newtown Avenue A lo largo de la avenida Newtown

September 30, 2017 October 14 & 28, 2017

Space rental is $35.00. Please contact the rectory office for more information. Funds collected will be used for the

celebration of Our Lady of Guadalupe.

SAFE ENVIRONMENT The Diocese of Brooklyn wishes to do everything possible to see that all people, particularly children, are safe in all pasto-ral settings. Excuses and rationalizations for such criminal ac-tions will not be accepted. To report sexual abuse involving diocesan personnel– priests, deacons, teachers, employees or volunteers at schools or parishes please call the Diocese of Brooklyn toll-free, confidential reporting number 1-888-634-4499.

PRAYER OF THE WEEK Then God blessed the seventh day and made it holy, because on it he rested from all the work of creating that he had done. (Genesis 2:3)

Prayer for Labor Day On this weekend, when we rest from our usual labors, loving Father, we pray for all who shoulder the tasks of human labor— in the marketplace, in factories and offices, in the professions, and in family living.

We thank you, Lord, for the gift and opportunity of work; may our efforts always be pure of heart, for the good of others and the glory of your name.

We lift up to you all who long for just employment and those who work to defend the rights and needs of workers everywhere.

May those of us who are now retired always remember that we still make a valuable contribution to our Church and our world by our prayers and deeds of charity.

May our working and our resting all give praise to you until the day we share together in eternal rest with all our departed in your Kingdom as you live and reign Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen. Submitted by Elaine Rodriguez Share your favorite prayers: media@mountcarmelastoria.org

¡INSCRIPCIONES ABIERTAS YA PARA LA CARRERA GUADALUPANA!

COMITÉ CARRERA GUADALUPANA *RECIBID LA LUZ DE CRISTO* DE LA IGLESIA DE NUESTRA SRA DE MONTE CARMELO Y SANTA MARGARITA MARIA EN ASTORIA QUEENS LES HACE LA CORDIAL INVITACIÓN A PARTICIPAR ESTE 12-12-2017 EN LA CARRERA GUADALUPANA BROOKLYN QUEENS TODOS LOS DOMINGOS DESPUÉS DE LA MISA EN ESPAÑOL 12:30 PM. INFORMACIÓN GENERAL 347-998-4505 Lucia Perez.

UPCOMING PILGRIMAGES • Lenten Pilgrimage, March 2-8, 2018. Guadalupe Mexico. Regina Tours 1-800-Catholi (C) ext 208

• Ireland, August 19 – 27, 2018. Tour of Ireland and attendance at the final events of the World Meeting of Families and the closing mass with Pope Francis. Peters Way Travels (Flyer will be available September, 2017)

• Washington, DC. October 27, 2018. Biannual Pilgrimage to the Basilica of the National Shrine

• World Youth Day, January 2019 with Pope Francis. Peters Way Travel. WYD Information Night: October 26, 2017 - 7PM St. Sebastian's Parish Center

• 2020 52nd International Eucharistic Congress, Budapest. Dates to be determined.

• 2020 Oberammergau, the Passion Play. Dates to be determined.

ROSARY SOCIETY MONTHLY MEETING The Rosary Society will start their monthly meetings in September. All meetings are the first Sunday of every month except in September because of Labor Day. This meeting will take place on Sunday, September 10th, 2017 in the Parish Institute– Fatima Room following the 10:00am mass. We welcome you to join us and members are encouraged to bring a friend. Refreshments will be served.

PARISH BULLETIN BOARD

OLMC ONLINE UPDATES & RESOURCES You can request a copy of your Baptism, Communion, Confirmation or Marriage Certificates through our website. Un-der the Sacraments tab click the sub-tab “Request a Certificate.” Fill in all the information and your certificate will be mailed to you or you can pick it up.

Puede pedir copias de certificados de Bautizo, Comunión, Confirmación o Matrimonio por medio de nuestra pagina web. Bajo la pestaña de Sacramentos haga clic en “Request a Certificate” (Pedir un Certificado). Llene la infor-mación y su certificado será enviado a su casa o lo podrá reco-ger en la oficina. Para su conveniencia la pagina web se ha tra-ducido en ingles/ español.

www.mountcarmelastoria.org

ACADEMIA DE MARIACHI NUEVO AMANECER El comite Guadalupano de Nuestra Señora del Monte Car-melo estan ofreciendo clases de musica de mariachi los lunes de 7:00pm a 9:00pm en el instituto parroquial. Para mas infor-macion comuniquese con el Señor Valentin Martinez al 646.841.6224.

ADULT SEWING GROUP Interested in learning to sew? Already know how but need to brush up? Free lessons age 10+, alternate Saturdays at 3:30pm in the parish Institute of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Email Louise for specific meeting dates at lwalton3@nyc.rr.com or check the parish website calendar.

SUMMER MASS SCHEDULE/ HORARIO DE VERANO

The Sunday evening Mass at Our Lady of Mount Carmel will go back to 5:00pm beginning September 10th, 2017. La misa de los Domingos por la tarde regresara a ser a las 5:00pm comenzando Septiembre 10, 2017.

RECTORY CLOSINGS/ OFICINA CERRADA

In observance of Labor Day the rectory offices of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and Saint Margaret Mary will be closed on Mon-day, September 4th, 2017. Las oficinas de Nuestra Señora del Monte Carmelo y Santa Mar-garita Maria estaran cerradas el dia del Labor, lunes, 4 de Septiembre 2017.

LABOR DAY MASSES

There will be only one Mass on Monday, September 4th, 2017. The mass will be at 9:00am in the Upper Church in English.

SIGN UP FOR FALL 2017 SCRIPTURE SHARING GROUPS

Sign-up weekends: Sept. 10th & Sept. 17th.

ENCOUNTER CHRIST IN SCRIPTURE Please join us for a short-term Bible study program. Sign-up for one of our English Sunday Scripture Sharing in small groups. Groups will meet once per week for an hour during the six- week sharing at a mutually convenient time slot; either in a parish room or participants' homes or buildings to pray, reflect and discuss the readings for the following Sunday. Our parish will provide the study leaflets.

Sign-up for these groups will take place after each Mass during the weekend of Sept.10th and Sept. 17th; with a General Meeting to fol-low on Tuesday evening, September 26th at 7:30PM in the Parish Institute (across the street) - take elevator to the basement level.

Small Groups will start meeting during the week of October 1, 2017.

Our Volunteer Team will be at the main church doors with a "sign-up sheet" during the weekends as indicated above.

Here is a preview of current time slots for small groups for you to choose from: Sunday: 4:00pm (before the 5pm Mass) Monday: 11:00am (before the 12 noon Mass) Tuesday: 1:10pm (after rosary devotion) Tuesday: 7:00pm Thursday: 7:30pm Saturday: 10:00am

Please note: Alternate times may be possible dependent on requests. We will confirm a day/time of your choice based on responses.

You may also sign-up via email at: bible@mountcarmelastoria.org

(Please type in on the subject line: "Fall Scripture Groups")