Saint Michael Parish August 28, 2016 Rev. Arturo Chagala, Parochial Administrator Ms. Grace Galaschewski, Office Manager
Saint Michael Church Founded 1831
1445 North Second Street Philadelphia, PA 19122 215-739-2358 Fax: 215-739-5766 https://icstmichael19122.wordpress.com/ E-mail st.michaelrcchurch1831@aol.com
Immaculate Conception Church Front & Allen Streets Office hours at Saint Michael Monday-Thursday 9 -4:00 p.m. Friday 9 - 1:00 p.m.
MASS /MISA Sunday 8:30 a.m., 10:00 a.m. (IC) 11:30 a.m. (español) Daily Mass Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m.
Holy Days Noon at Immaculate Conception (IC) CONFESSIONS Saturday 4:15 p.m. to 4:50 p.m. & by request
Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Saint Michael Parish has been a viable part of Fishtown/Northern Liberties for 185 years. We continue creating a community where all God’s children are treated with dignity & respect and where faith, hope and love/charity are abound. We welcome all new immigrants and visitors to our parish. La parroquia de Santo Michael ha sido una parte viable de Fishtown/Northern Liberties por 185 años. Continuamos creando una comunidad donde tratamos con dignidad y respeto los niños y donde la fe, la esperanza y el amor/la caridad es abundante. Damos la bienvenida a todos los nuevos inmigrantes y visitantes a nuestra parroquia. 1
August 28, 2016 Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time Humility and self-knowledge go hand in hand. Those who conduct their affairs with humility shall be exalted, while those who exalt themselves shall be humbled. The humble shall rejoice and exalt before God in the assembly of the heavenly Jerusalem.. MASSES FOR THE WEEK 8/28 8:30 AM 10:00 AM 11:30 AM 8/29 8:30 AM
22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Ramon Laboy r/o Maria Laboy Joseph Kulka Sr. r/o Joseph Kulka David Ayala & Esmerald Garcia r/o Pablo Ayala Monday The Passion of St. John the Baptist Rev. Francis Piro—Deceased
8/30 8:30 AM
Tuesday Weekday Deceased Members of the Kulka Family r/o Joseph Kulka
8/31 8:30 AM
Wednesday Weekday Rev. James J. Coonan—Deceased
9/1 Thursday Weekday 8:30 AM Rev. Francis Piro—Deceased 9/2 Friday Weekday 8:30 AM The People of the Parish 9/4 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time 8:30 AM Freddie Nagle —Health r/o Ruth Mongan 10:00 AM Frank Galaschewski r/o Flora Galaschewski 11:30 AM Luisa Juarez—Secundino Rosendo
Please Note: There will be NO 5 p.m. vigil Mass on Saturday evenings until further notice. SANCTUARY LIGHTS will burn in the Churches this week for Sophie Floody at the request of Lee & Sis Clemens
SUNDAY COLLECTIONS: August 21, 2016 1st Collection Assumption of Mary (to date) Catholic University
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LITURGICAL MINISTERS
September 4, 2016
5:00 PM Lector & Euch. Min.: As Available 8:30 AM Lector: Bernadette Zotter Euch. Min.: Alberta Brown 10:00 AM Lector: Abraham Amit Euch. Min.: Grace Galaschewski 11:30 AM Lectors: : Alfonso Pantoja & Leticia Justo Euch. Min.: As Available
PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR SICK:
Ray Fenner, John Halgen, Audrey Brown, Edward Campbell, Zoraida Caez, Ann Marie Szewczak, Edward Holmes, Henry Lucier, Sis Clemens, Ralph Berarducci, Maria Rivera, Osealdo Rodriguez, Isabella Lederer, Bianca Mercado, Mary Zarowski, Dorothy Schill, Olga Espada, Hilda Rodriguez, Freddie Nagle, our benefactors, those who have asked for our prayers & those who have no one to pray for them. ************** A LITTLE BIT OF WISDOM Be yourself !!! Everyone else is taken !!! *********************
New Parishioners/Nuevos Feligreses Welcome. Please call the rectory and make an appointment to register as soon as possible. Bienvenidos. Favor de llamar la rectoría y haga una cita para inscribirse lo mas antes posible. Change of Address/Cambio de Direccion Please notify the parish secretary if you plan to move. Favor de notificar la secretaria de la parroquia si planificas mudarse. Collection Envelopes/Sobres para la colecta Every working person should support the parish by regularly using their envelopes - they can be obtained by calling the rectory or filling out one of the “welcome” envelopes at the entrance of the church. Cada persona de trabajo debe habitualmente apoyar la parroquia usando los sobres—puedes obtenerlos llamando la rectoría o llenando unos de los sobres maracados “bienvenidos” en entrada de la iglesia. 214-2
August 28, 2016
Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sunday Scripture Reflections
Domingo Escritura Reflexions
Reading I Sirach 3:17-18, 20,28-29
Primera Lectura Sirácida, 3:17-18,20.28-29
Written nearly 200 years before Jesus by a teacher named “Sirach”, this book was accepted as canonical by the Church even though it never became a formal part of the Jewish Bible. It is, however, easy to see why the Church found divine inspiration at the core of this writing, and it is not difficult to imagine Jesus having read these verses that find echoes in his own sayings. That humility leads to favor in the sight of God and that those who are greatest should be servants of all are certainly familiar themes in Christian teaching. One who glories in his or her own good work cannot at the same time give glory to God. Sirach’s wise sayings all speak of the benefits of humility both in the conduct of secular “affairs” and in the service of the Lord.
Escrito casi 200 años antes de Cristo por un maestro llamado "Siriaco", este libro fue aceptado como canónicos por la Iglesia, aunque nunca se convirtió en una parte formal de la Biblia judía. Sin embargo, es fácil ver por qué la Iglesia encontró la inspiración divina en el núcleo de esta escritura, y no es difícil imaginarse a Jesús después de haber leído estos versículos que hallan eco en sus propias palabras. Que la humildad conduce a favor en los ojos de Dios, y que aquellos que son mayores deben ser siervos de todos son sin duda temas familiares en la doctrina cristiana. Quien glorias en su buena labor no puede al mismo tiempo dar gloria a Dios. Sirácida sabio refranes todos hablan de los beneficios de la humildad, tanto en la conducción de los asuntos "secular" y en el servicio del Señor.
Reading 2 Hebrews 12:18-19,22-24a
Segunda Lectura Hebreos 12:18-19,22-24a
St. Paul contrasts the old covenant made in the San Pablo contrasta el Antiguo Pacto hizo en midst of the thunder and fire of Mt. Sinai, a sight that filled medio del trueno y fuego de Mt. El Sinaí, un espectáculo que the people with fear of God, with the new covenant made llenó el pueblo con temor de Dios, con el nuevo pacto hechas bajo circunstancias totalmente diferente. under wholly different circumstance. In the new covenant, we stand with Christ at Mt. Zion in the company of innumerable angels and saints. Rather than fear, this setting fills us with peace, for we see those who went before us assembled in “festal gathering”. Though we stand before God, the judge of all, we are not alone but in the company of Jesus, the mediator of a new covenant who intercedes for us and turns what might be fearful into an experience of safety, solace, & communion.
En la nueva alianza, estamos con Cristo en Mt. Zion en compañía de innumerables ángeles y santos. Más que miedo, este ajuste nos llena de paz, vemos quienes nos precedieron montados en "reunión festiva". Aunque estamos ante Dios, el juez de todos, no estamos solos, pero en la Compañía de Jesús, el mediador del nuevo pacto que intercede por nosotros y convierte lo que podrían tener miedo a una experiencia de seguridad, consuelo, & la comunión.
Evangelio Lucas 14:1,7-14 El evangelio de hoy Jesús ha cenar en la casa de un fariseo. Los huéspedes no son claramente de las clases más Today’s gospel has Jesus dining in the home of a leading Pharisee. The guests are clearly not from the lower bajas de la sociedad, pero la gente solía ser invitado a exteclasses of society but people used to being invited to affairs riores donde los lugares de honor están reservados para los huéspedes más distinguidos. Jesús le ofrece algunos consewhere places of honor are reserved for the most distinjos que parece ,en un principio, cómo evitar una situación guished guests. Jesus offers some advice that seems, at embarazosa en caso que uno toma el lugar reservado para first, to be how to avoid an embarrassing situation in case alguien más importante. Jesús aconseja tomar el lugar más one takes the place reserved for someone more important. bajo, de manera que el host puede invitarle superior, hacienJesus advises taking the lowest place so the host can invite do que la envidia de todos. you higher, making you the envy of all. La segunda mitad del texto pone este asesoramiento The second half of the text puts this advice in en la perspectiva adecuada para que Jesús revela la preocuproper perspective for it reveals Jesus’ concern for the poor pación por los pobres y su actitud hacia los ricos. Su consejo and his attitude toward the rich. His advice was not given no fue dada como una estrategia para ganar, de forma velaas a strategy to gain, in a roundabout way, the praise and da, la alabanza y la admiración de los demás. Se aconseja admiration of others. He counsels doing for those who hacer para quienes no pueden hacer para nosotros. Él predicannot do back for us. He predicts no earthly honor of ce que ningún honor terrenal de la afirmación, sino una reaffirmation, but an eternal reward, visible only to eyes of compensa eterna, sólo visible a los ojos de la fe, que vendrá en el banquete eterno que celebra "la resurrección de los faith, that will come at the eternal banquet that celebrates justos". “the resurrection of the righteous.”
Gospel Luke 14:1,7-14
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Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
“HE WHO EXALTS HIMSELF WILL BE HUMBLED” Meditation: Who wants to be last? Isn’t it only natural to desire respect and esteem from others? Jesus’ parable of the guests invited to the marriage feast probes our motives for seeking honor and position. Self-promotion is most often achieved at the expense of others! Jesus’ parable reinforces the teaching of Proverbs: Do not put yourself forward in the king’s presence or stand in the place of the great; for it is better to be told, “Come up here,” than to be put lower in the presence of the prince (Proverbs 25:6-7). True humility frees us to be our true selves as God sees us What is true humility and why should we make it a characteristic mark of our life and action? True humility is not feeling bad about yourself, or having a low opinion of yourself, or thinking of yourself as inferior to others. True humility frees us from preoccupation with ourselves, whereas a low self-opinion tends to focus our attention on ourselves. Humility is truth in self-understanding and truth in action. Viewing ourselves truthfully, with sober judgment, means seeing ourselves the way God sees us. A humble person makes a realistic assessment of himself or herself without illusion or pretense to be something he or she is not. The humble regard themselves neither smaller nor larger than they truly are. True humility frees us to be our true selves and to avoid despair and pride. A humble person does not have to wear a mask or put on a façade in order to look good to others, especially to those who are not really familiar with that person. The humble are not swayed by accidentals, such as fame, reputation, success, or failure. True humility frees us to love and serve selflessly for the good of others Humility is the queen or foundation of all the other virtues because it enables us to view and judge ourselves correctly, the way God sees us. Humility leads to true self-knowledge, honesty, realism, strength, and dedication to give ourselves to something greater than ourselves. Humility frees us to love and serve others selflessly, for their sake, rather than our own. Paul the Apostle, gives us the greatest example and model of humility in the person of Jesus Christ, who emptied himself, taking the form of a servant,… who humbled himself and became obedient unto death, even death on a cross (Philippians 2:7-8). The Lord Jesus gives grace to those who seek him humbly. Do you want to be a servant as Jesus served? The rewards of humility are great, but the greatest reward is the Savior's approval of a life devoted to him rather than to self serving. Prayer: Lord Jesus, you became a servant for my sake to set me free from the tyranny of sin, selfishness, and conceit. Help me to be humble as you are humble and to love freely and graciously all whom you call me to serve. 214-4
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PLEASE NOTE—INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING BAPTISMS: Those wishing to have their children baptized— Classes will be held on the 3rd Saturday of every month, at 10:30 a.m. in the Rectory. The Sacrament of Baptism will take place on the 4th Saturday of every month at 11:00 a.m. in St. Michael’s Church. ==================================== Marriage/Matrimonio: Arrangements must be made six months in advance in order to fulfill Diocesan requirements. Debe hacer arreglos seis meses de antemano para cumplir los requisitos diocesanos. Care for the Sick/Cuido para los enfermos In the occasion of an emergency call the rectory immediately. Call the rectory for visits at home to the elderly and infirm or when someone enters the hospital and wishes a visit from the parish priest. En caso de una emergencia llame la rectoría inmediatamente. Para visitas en casa de las personas mayores y enfermas o cuando alguien este en el hospital y desee una visita del sacerdote llame la rectoría..
CELEBRACION MISA PUERTORRIQUENA Tema: “Abraza y Vive la Misericordia de Dios” Date/Dia Jueves 22 de Septiembre Catedral Basilica de San Pedro y San Pablo Rosario: 6:30 p.m Misa: 7:00 p.m. Celebrante y Homilista: Obispo Edward M. Deliman
====================================== ATTENTION—ALL CCD CLASSES FOR FIRST COMMUNION & CONFIRMATION WILL BEGIN ON SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 17TH. All children must be registered prior to this date in order to attend classes.
Sponsorship: In or der to be a sponsor /godpar ent for Baptism or Confirmation and receive a Letter of Eligibility from the Pastor, a person must be a registered member of the parish for a minimum of 6 months, at least 16 years of age, received all the Sacraments through Confirmation, attending Mass faithfully, and if applicable, married TO REGISTER— sacramentally. Call the Rectory Office (215-739-2358) beginning on Thursday September 1st. ALSO J.W. HALLAHAN CLASS OF 1966 There will be someone to register the children Is celebrating its 50th REUNION after the Sunday Masses on On Sunday, October 23, 2016. September 4th & 11th. The event will be hosted in:
The Fountain Room, P&P Caterers 2980 Southampton Road Philadelphia, PA. 19154. The per-person price of $66.00 includes: hot buffet, sweet tray dessert table, wine, beer, and soft drinks. A donation from the Class of 1966 will be made to Hallahan in our name. Please make your reservation check payable to: Hallahan 50th Reunion & send before September 8th to: c/o Carolyn Bernard Edwards 1117 Callowhill Road, Chalfont, PA 18914 (See Hallahan Class of ‘66 50th Reunion on Facebook for more information.)
For more information: Please contact the rectory office . .======================================== ATENCION: Todas las clases de CCD para la primera Comunión & la Confirmación comenzará el Sábado 17 de Septiembre. Todos los niños deben ser inscritos antes de esta fecha a fin de asistir a las clases. PARA REGISTRARSE: Llame a la oficina parroquial (215-739-2358) a partir del Jueves 1 de Septiembre. También Habrá alguien de inscribir a los niños después de las Misas dominical el 4 de Septiembre & 11th. Para más información: póngase en contacto con la oficina parroquial . 214-5
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