CHRIST THE GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC COMMUNITY SPRING, TEXAS 1 March 29, 2015 29 de Marzo 2015 PALM SUNDAY OF THE PASSION OF THE LORD DOMINGO DE RAMOS EN LA PASION DEL SENIOR Passion Sunday Domingo de la Pasión La siguiente información proviene del folleto que se creó cuando la iglesia fue dedicada. La imagen del Crucificado es de hydrostone y se ha hecho en bajorrelieve para hacer que parezca que ha sido tallada en la pared. La ausencia de color se destina a la figura más sutil; lo que permite que las luces y sombras dramaticen las características del Señor que sufre. El crucifijo es colocado en una pared lateral para evitar competir con la acción central del dinamismo de la palabra y Sacramento que se celebra en el santuario. Fue diseñado y elaborado por hermana Mary Peter Tremonte, O.P. El ambón, donde la palabra de Dios es proclamada y predicada, nos recuerda la presencia del Señor en su palabra: proclamada para y por su pueblo en medio de los reunidos en su nombre. La parte de enfrente del ambón muestra abstractos granos de trigo — cuando cae en buena tierra, brota y fructifica en abundancia (Lucas 8:4-15). El grano es la palabra de Dios y somos el suelo en el que echa raíces y crece para la gloria de su nombre. Cuatro tipos de madera (nuez, teca, roble blanco y nogal) han sido cortadas y trazados para hacer los diseños en el altar y el ambón con tal precisión. Cada uno fue diseñado por hermana Mary Peter Tremonte, O.P. y elaborado por el pasillo de la fabricación de San Antonio, TX. Las ventanas Marianas son 16 paneles de vidrio grabado; en el atrio principal de encuentro para rendir homenaje a María, la madre de Jesús, especialmente como aparece en la historia de la salvación. Ella se ve como una mujer, ayudante, hija, amada esposa, amiga y mediadora. La técnica del vidrio leptat es un proceso patentado utilizado exclusivamente por Conrad Schmitt Studios de Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Las ventanas fueron elaboradas y diseñadas por la hermana Mary Peter Tremonte,O.P. El órgano en nuestra Iglesia, es un órgano de 13 tubos en fila construido por M. P. Moller empresa para nuestra comunidad parroquial. Dispone de dos teclados manuales y un teclado de pedal, cada uno contiene una brújula 16-notas. Cada teclado tiene 11 paradas con diferentes botones. El gran órgano contiene una palanca que ayuda incrementar la diversidad de los sonidos. La capilla, que abre a la plaza y al Nártex de la iglesia principal, está en la forma de una pequeña tienda de campaña o pabellón. Tiene 45 asientos fijos y puede ampliarse con asientos movibles para acomodar a 60. Un sueño desde hace mucho tiempo del Padre Ed Abell, la capilla ofrece un lugar de descanso tranquilo de oración y reflexión las 24 horas al día. The following information comes from the dedication booklet that was created when the church was dedicated. The image of the Crucified One is made of hydrostone and done in bas-relief to make it appear to have been carved from the wall. The absence of color is intended to make the figure more subtle, allowing lights and shadows to dramatize the features of the suffering Lord. The crucifix is placed on a side wall in order to avoid competing with the central, dynamic action of Word and Sacrament being celebrated in the sanctuary. It was designed and executed by Sister Mary Peter Tremonte, O.P. The Ambo, where the Word of God is proclaimed and preached, reminds us of the presence of the Lord in His Word: spoke from, to and for His people in the midst of those gathered in his name. The ambo frontice bears an abstract of a grain of wheat—when it falls on good soil, it springs up and bears fruit in abundance (Luke 8:4-15). The grain is the Word of God and we are the soil in which it takes root and grows to the glory of His name. Four woods (butternut, teak, white oak and walnut) have been precision cut to make up the in-laid designs in the altar and ambo frontices. Each was designed by Sister Mary Peter Tremonte, O.P. and executed by Hall Manufacturing of San Antonio, TX. The Marian windows are 16 etched glass panel windows in the main gathering space to pay honor to Mary, the mother of Jesus, especially as she appears in salvation history. She is seen as a woman, helper, daughter, beloved bride, friend and mediator. The leptat glass technique is a patented process used exclusively by the Conrad Schmitt Studios of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The windows were executed there and designed by Sister Mary Peter Tremonte, O.P. The organ in our church home is a 13-rank pipe organ constructed by M. P. Moller Company for our church community. It has two manual keyboards and a pedal keyboard, each containing a 16-note compass. Each keyboard has 11 different stops of the tilting-tab variety and there is also a coupler from the great organ to the swell to increase the diversity of sound. The chapel, which opens onto the plaza and into the narthex of the main church, is in the form of a small tent or pavilion. It has a fixed seating for 45 and can expand with moveable seating to accommodate 60. A long-time dream of Fr. Ed Abell, the chapel offers a place of quiet restfulness, prayer and reflection 24 hours a day. The Stations of the Cross (in the chapel) designed by Sister Mary Peter Tremonte, O.P. encircle the glassed walls in a band around half the chapel. The furnishings in wood and bronze continue the materials and design theme set in the main church space. Christ the Good Shepherd come to our aid. Fr. James Burkart [email protected] Las estaciones de la Cruz (en la capilla) diseñadas por hermana Mary Peter Tremonte, O.P. rodean las paredes del cristal en una banda alrededor de la mitad de la capilla. Los muebles en madera y bronce continúan los materiales y el tema de diseño situado en el espacio principal de la iglesia. Cristo el buen pastor, ven en nuestra ayuda Padre James Burkart [email protected] CHRIST THE GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC COMMUNITY SPRING, TEXAS Mass Intentions & Scripture Readings March 29, 2015 29 de Marzo 2015 Intenciones de la misa & Lecturas de la Escritura *visiting Priest Mon/Lun, March 30 * Fr. Jones 12 Noon Carlotita Yepez + Is 42:1-7 | Ps 27:1,2,3,13-14 | Jn 12:1-11 Tues/Mar, March 31 * Fr. Jones 7:00 am Teddy DeLeon + Is 49:1-6 | Ps 71:1-4, 5-6, 15, 17 | Jn 13:21-33, 36-38 Wed/Mie, April 1 9:00 am Al Lopez Jr. + Is 50:4-9 | Ps 69:8-10, 21-22, 31, 33-34 | Mt 26:14-25 Thur/Jue, April 2 7:00 pm Ex 12:1-8, 11-14 | Ps 116:12-13, 15-18 | 1 Cor 11:23-26 | Jn 13:1-15 Fri/Vie, April 3 9:00 am Is 52:13-53:12 | Ps 31:2,6,12-13, 15-17,25 | Heb 4:14-16; 5:7-9 | Jn 18:1-19:42 Sat/Sab, April 4 8:30 am 5:30 pm Gn 1:1-2:2 | Ps 33:4-7, 12-13, 20, 22 | Gn 22:1-18 | Ps 16:5,8,9-11 | Ex 14:15-15:1 | Ex 15:16,17-18 | Is 54:5-14 | Ps 30:2,4-6,11-13,| Is 55:1-11 | Is 12:2-6 | Bar 3:9-15,324:4 | Ps 19:8-11 | Ez 36:16-17,18-28 | Ps 42:3,5;43:3,4 | Rom 6:3-11 | Ps 118:1-2,16-17,22-23 | Mk 16:1-7 Sun/Dom, April 5 En *Fr. Scott Reilly Español       *Fr. Scott Reilly *Fr. Scott Reilly 6:30 am 9:00 am 9:15 am 10:45 am 12:30 pm 2:00 pm Margaret /Robert McKenna + Anna Ferrere + Crawford/Graciano Parents + Acts 10:34, 37-43 | Ps 118:1-2, 16-17, 22-23 | Col 3:1-4 | Jn 20:1-9 Dominick Priest People of the Parish Asunsion Mendoza + Eugene Sliva Priscila Diaz Brian Niechwiej Robert “Bob” Young Leny Chan Pauline Rodgers For the weekend of / Para el fin de semana March 21/22 Weekly Contribution / Contribución seminal $ 40,980. Weekly Budgeted / Presupuesto semanal $ 37,087. Over (Under) / Sobre (Bajo) $ 3,893. FaithDirect—Parish eGiving / eGiving de la parroquia Number of Participants / Número de participantes 147 Sign up today for Regular Enrollment! ¡Inscribase en línea hoy! www.faithdirect.net CGS code is TX665 Diocesan Services Fund / Fondos de Servicios Diocesanos 2015 Parish Goal / 2015 Meta Parroquia $243,000. Pledged to date / Comprometidos hasta fecha $173,386. Total Amount Paid / Cantidad Total Pagada $122,892. Amount still owed / Cantidad total que se debe $120,108. Number of Participants / Número de participantes 276 Thank you for your continued support and generosity! ¡Gracias por su apoyo y generosidad! We will NOT be celebrating the Sacrament of Reconciliation on Holy Thursday, April 2 or Holy Saturday, April 4. No se celebrara el Sacramento de la Reconciliación durante la Semana Santa los días 2 y 4 de abril. 3 Together, let us pray for the needs of our brothers and sisters, for those in the military, and those we hold in our hearts. Juntos, oremos por las necesidades de nuestros hermanos y hermanas, para los militares y los que guardamos en nuestro corazón. Sue Frey, David Wagner, Natalie Pate, Joe Johnson, Lucille Isam, Elvis Ray Isam, Rita Doyle, Peggy Sullivan, Martha Corbett, Clarence Bronger, Marie Calhoun, Kim Warwick, Michael J. Soroka, Bob & Kathie Binkle, Fr. John Upton. During the season of Lent and Easter, Christians around the world are united in a special way with the Holy Land. Our hearts and minds and prayers are especially aware of the special place the Holy Land has in Salvation History. Keeping Christianity alive in the Holy Land is an urgent need. Recent events have been especially challenging for Christian communities. All Christians are called to assist our brothers and sisters who now live in the land that was sanctified by the Lord’s life, death and resurrection. On Good Friday, April 3 we will have a collection to support Christianity in the Holy Land. Thank you for your generosity. Durante la temporada de Cuaresma y semana Santa, los cristianos alrededor del mundo están Unidos en forma especial con la Tierra Santa. Nuestros corazones, mentes y oraciones son especialmente conscientes del lugar especial que tiene la Tierra Santa en la historia de salvación. Mantener el cristianismo vivo en Tierra Santa es una necesidad urgente. Los acontecimientos recientes han sido especialmente difíciles para las comunidades cristianas. Todos los cristianos están llamados a ayudar a nuestros hermanos y hermanas que ahora viven en la tierra que fue santificada por la vida, muerte y resurrección del señor. El viernes Santo 3 de abril tendremos una colecta para apoyar el cristianismo en Tierra Santa. Gracias por su generosidad. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is CANCELLED for April 1st El 1ro de abril, no estará Expuesto el Santísimo Sacramento PALM SUNDAY OF THE PASSION OF THE LORD FAITH FORMATION Junior High & High School Parents are invited to join us this evening from 5:30 to 6:45 pm. Please go to your child’s classroom. Junior High Youth Group Grupo de Jóvenes Adolescentes NO Youth Group this Thursday, April 2nd. Please attend Holy Thursday Mass 7:30 pm with your families! High School Youth Group NO Youth Group meeting this week! CGS is starting a young adult ministry! We would love to hear what you would like in a ministry. Contact Mike at [email protected] InSight Retreat for Young Women in High School April 25: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. An opportunity for high school girls to visit a convent, interact with Sisters from several congregations who serve in our Archdiocese, pray together, build friendships, learn about religious life, share lunch, and ask questions. The day will be held at the Brothers and Sisters of Charity at St. Clare Monastery (6921 Cutten Pkwy., Houston, TX 77069) and end with a 4:00 p.m. Vigil Mass, to which families are welcome. Registration and permission slips will be available online. www.houstonvocations.com/insight Men’s Retreat July 9—12, 2015 Contact: Tom Thibodeau (281) 831-2252 Women’s Retreat August 6—9, 2015 Contact: Linda Diaz (214) 354-7199 On vacation? Out of town? Find a local church at www.masstimes.org for nationwide mass times & locations DOMINGO DE RAMOS EN LA PASION DEL SENIOR If you were out of town or just missed the parish blood drive last weekend, don’t fret. You can make an appointment to donate, or just walk-in, at the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center (281-440-5900) located at 6935 FM 1960W, Suite A, Houston, TX 77069 located at the corner of Cutten Road and FM 1960W or at the one located in the Woodlands (936-321-8440) at 3901 College Park Drive, Suite 130. Remember the group code for CGS is 1019. Discover the Road Less Traveled Apr. 9, May 14—6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. A monthly discernment gathering at St. Mary’s Seminary for single young adult men ages 18 and older. Meets every second Thursday of the month, September to May. Join priests and seminarians for fellowship, prayer, music, dinner and talks about the discernment for priesthood and religious life. 9845 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77024. Deadline to register: April 20. To register, fill out the registration form and parental consent form. Please click here for the flyer. Registration and permission slips will also be available here: www.houstonvocations.com/discover Women Seeking the Road Less Traveled Apr. 9, May 14 — 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. A monthly discernment gathering for women ages 18 and older who are discerning a vocation to religious life. Meets in different convents around the Archdiocese every second Thursday of the month, September to May. Program includes supper, a brief presentation and time for sharing, followed by prayer. Sisters from several religious orders who live and minister in the Archdiocese will be present. Information on sites, registration and video about program is available www.houstonvocations.com/women-seeking CGS Quilt Group and Interfaith Quilt Bee Our group will sew and tie quilts of various sizes. We will be meeting at the parish every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. upstairs in the PAC building. Everyone is welcome. For more information and if you would like to join our fun group, please call Betty Lind at 281-251-8818 or e-mail at [email protected]. CHRIST THE GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC COMMUNITY SPRING, TEXAS March 29, 2015 29 de Marzo 2015 HOLY THURSDAY · April 2 JUEVES SANTO · 2 de Abril 7:30 pm Bilingual / Bilingüe Midnight Prayer GOOD FRIDAY · April 3 VIERNES SANTO · 3 de Abril 9:00 am Morning Prayer 12 Noon Prayer 1:00 pm The Last 7 Words of Christ 3:00 pm Stations of the Cross (English) 4:00 pm Ultimas 7 palabras 5:00 pm Estaciones de la Cruz (Español) 7:30 pm Bilingual / Bilingüe HOLY SATURDAY · April 4 SABADO SANTO · 4 de Abril 8:30 am Morning Prayer 8:30 pm Bilingual / Bilingüe EASTER SUNDAY · April 5 PASCUA · 5 de Abril Sunrise Service Outside 6:30 am (Bring your lawn chair) Church Mass Schedule 9:00 am, 10:45 am, 12:30 pm (English) 2:00 pm (Español) CGS Hall Mass Schedule (overflow mass) 9:15 am EVENING PRAYER (through 05/24) every Sunday at 7:00 pm except Easter An intimate weekend to spend together away from the phone, kids, and distractions. A time to discover the blessing you can be to each other. Renew your passion for each other and God. Weekends are scheduled to start April 19 and May 15. Sign up at: www.houstonme.org, or call (713) 482-1791. "Together in Holiness" Is an annual marriage conference that inspires and empowers couples to grow together in holiness. WHEN? May 2, 2015 9:00am to 3:00pm WHERE? St. Cecilia Catholic Church / 11720 Joan of Arc Drive / Houston, TX 77024 REGIS. FEE: $45 per couple / $25 per individual (Lunch is included for adult registrants!) *A limited amount of free childcare is also available with registration. Parents will bring lunches for their children. Register now: http://www.togetherinholiness.org Rock Solid Marriage: Living the Covenant Conference A conference for couples of all ages. Una converencia para parejas de todas las edades. May 9. 2015 at Christ the Good Shepherd Catholic Community Please RSVP space is limited! Por favor llame, envíe un correo electronic, o visite nuestro sitio web para hacer su reservación 5 PALM SUNDAY OF THE PASSION OF THE LORD THIS WEEK AT OUR PARISH ESTA SEMANA EN NUESTRA PARROQUIA Sun / Dom, March 29 RCIA Gathering “Palm Sunday” RCIA Sacraments Rehearsal Deacons and Sacristans Rehearsal Jr. High F.F. Catechist Meeting Jr. High Faith Formation High School/College Musicians High School Faith Formation Evening Prayer 8:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Mon / Lun, March 30 HOLY WEEK no meetings Church Environment 1:00 p.m. Tues / Mar, March 31 HOLY WEEK no meetings Church Environment 8:00 a.m. Handbell Choir Practice 4:30 p.m. Wed / Mie, April 1 HOLY WEEK no meetings Church Envioronment Deacons and Sacristans Rehearsal Choir Practice 10:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Thur/Jue, April 2 OFFICE CLOSES @ NOON Midnight Prayer 12:00 a.m. Fri / Vie, April 3 OFFICE CLOSED Morning Prayer Noon Prayer The Last 7 Words Stations Of the Cross Las Ultimas 7 Palabras Estaciones de la Cruz Passion of the Lord Sat / Sab, April 4 OFFICE CLOSED Morning Prayer Blessing of the Food 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m. 12:00 p.m. Sun / Dom, April 5 OFFICE CLOSED Mon / Lun, April 6 OFFICE CLOSED St. Anne Catholic School – Tomball is hosting a Spring Open House on Wednesday, April 15. All parents who are exploring educational opportunities for the 2015-2016 school year are invited to attend. A special program for parents with children entering PreK (4 years old) and Kindergarten are invited to visit the school from 10am – noon. Parents with children entering PreK (4 year olds) to 8th grade are invited to visit the school from 1-6pm. Tours of the campus will be given and registration information will be available. Please call the school office, 281/351-0093, for more information. To all newcomers! ¡Bienvenidos! DOMINGO DE RAMOS EN LA PASION DEL SENIOR Triumph of the Eucharist The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (1001 Bissonnet) is hosting an exhibition by Flemish painter Peter Paul Rubens from the early 1620’s. It features paintings and large tapestries based on his paintings emphasizing the Blessed Sacrament. The exhibit continues through May 10, 2015. Entrance to the exhibition is included with the museum admission, museum members receive free general admission and Thursdays are free. For more information visit www.mfah.org. Triunfo de la Eucaristía El Museo de Bellas Artes de Houston (1001 Bissonnet) recibe una exposición de pintor flamenco Peter Paul Rubens desde los primeros años de 1620 's. Incluye pinturas y grandes tapices basados en sus pinturas haciendo hincapié en el Santísimo Sacramento. La exposición continúa hasta el 10 de mayo del 2015. Entrada a la exposición se incluye con la entrada al museo, los miembros del museo reciben admisión general gratuita y los jueves son gratis. Para obtener más información, visite www.mfah.org. A Pathway to Peace of Mind A Free Senior Care Conference Saturday, April 18 8:30 a.m. – 2:20 p.m. Prince of Peace Catholic Community, 19222 Tomball Parkway, Houston, 77070 (Community Center) This effort is being coordinated by POP parishioners who are experienced in the health care field and understand that most families are ill prepared to deal with the economic, emotional and physical burden that caring for a loved one can cause. Having information and knowing what credible and reliable resources are available to us can help lighten the load. Each registrant will pick three workshops to attend and enjoy a hot lunch. PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED SO YOU CAN SIGN UP FOR THE SPEAKER SESSIONS YOU ARE INTERESTED IN ATTENDING. To pre-register, go to https://pop-senior-care-onference.ticketbud.com/2015 For question, please contact [email protected] or call at (713) 410-1172. Join our parish family! Newcomers to Christ the Good Shepherd: Please pick up a registration form in the Narthex or brochure rack at the Front Desk, fill it out and receive your Welcome Packet from the receptionist. Recién llegados a Christ the Good Shepherd: Por favor recoja un formulario de inscripción en el Narthex o estante del folleto en la Recepción, llénelo y reciba su Paquete Bienvenida del recepcionista. CHRIST THE GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC COMMUNITY SPRING, TEXAS March 29, 2015 29 de Marzo 2015 Come, Holy Spirit, fill the Hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. 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