October 12, 2008
I can do all things in him who strengthens me.
— Philippians 4:13TODAY’S READINGS
First Reading
— On this mountain the Lord will make for all peoples a feast of rich food and choice wines (Isaiah 25:6-10a).Psalm
— I shall live in the house of the Lord all the days of my life (Psalm 23).Second Reading
— God will supply whatever you need (Philippians 4:12-14, 19-20).Gospel
— I have prepared my banquet, and everything is ready. Come to the feast! (Matthew 22:1-14 [1-10]).THE HEAVENLY BANQUET
The mountain of the Lord described in today’s first reading is a place where there is no more hunger, no more weeping, and no more division of any kind. We need to pause and ponder these images every now and then, especially given the fact that we live in such a fractured world. The responsorial psalm continues to paint a picture of a place where only goodness and kindness flourish. These readings describe the heavenly banquet, to which God calls each of us through baptism and continues to call us throughout our lives. Let us "RSVP" to God’s invitation and live our lives consistent with gospel values so that one day we will be welcomed to the table of the kingdom. © Copyright, J. S. Paluch Co.TREASURES FROM OUR TRADITION
In 1971, the Vatican Congregation for Divine Worship completed a survey of the presidents of the national liturgical commissions around the world. How were children doing in the liturgical reform? Probably to their surprise, the cardinals learned of special weekday Masses for children designed to teach them how to participate on Sunday, Masses with separate components for children. The decision was made quickly to develop adaptations for Masses where children were a majority of the assembly. Changes would include a simpler structure, understandable texts, a simplified Lectionary, more active participation, and most surprisingly, new Eucharistic Prayers. By 1973 the work was done, and with very specific advice from Pope Paul VI, including the need for two new Eucharistic Prayers, the Directory for Masses with Children was published on December 20, a timely Christmas gift for the children of the world.The prayers are the first to be written fresh in a modern language — not Latin, but French and German — then translated into English, Italian, and Spanish. With a sense of caution, these new prayers were approved for three years, until 1977, but it soon became apparent that they had truly been embraced.
—Rev. James Field, © Copyright, J. S. Paluch Co.ACTION
What I began by reading I must finish by acting. —Henry David ThoreauREPENTANCE
Of all human acts, repentance is most divine. —Thomas CarlyleMASS INTENTIONS
Sat. Oct. 11 – 4 p.m. – Repose of the soul of M. Carol England by Susie Goss
Sat. Oct. 11 – 6 p.m. – (Big Pine) – Pro Populo
Sun. Oct. 12 – 8 a.m. – Pro Populo
Sun. Oct. 12 – 11 a.m. – Repose of the soul of Bob Bond by Pastor
Mon. Oct. 13
– 7 a.m. – Repose of the soul of Pat Machovec by Ron & Cheryl AchtenTues. Oct. 14 – 7 a.m. – Repose of the soul of Bea (Patten) McCombs by John & Barbara Wortman
Wed. Oct. 15 – 7 a.m. - Repose of the soul of Bea (Patten) McCombs by John & Barbara Wortman
Thurs. Oct. 16 – 7 a.m. - Repose of the soul of Bea (Patten) McCombs by John & Barbara Wortman
Fri. Oct. 17 – 7 a.m. – Repose of the soul of Bea (Patten) McCombs by John & Barbara Wortman
Sat. Oct. 18 – 4 p.m. – Repose of the soul of Opal Leavitt by Jerry & Ramona Leavitt
Sat. Oct. 18 – 6 p.m. – (Big Pine) – Pro Populo
RESPECT LIFE MONTH
October is Respect Life month. During this month dedicated to the respect of all life from conception to natural death, please pray especially for the most vulnerable in our society – the unborn, the disabled and the terminally ill. Please look for the pro-life flyers in the weekly bulletin.
LIFE CHAIN THANK YOU
Thanks to everyone who participated in the very powerful and peaceful demonstration on Main St. last Sunday. We had 53 people who signed-in and 40 of those were from our parish. Awesome!!! AGAIN, MANY THANKS!
EDUCATE THE CHILDREN LUNCHEON
The "Educate the children luncheon" will be held on November 2nd in the Parish Hall. Luncheon tickets will be on sale in the vestibule of the Church on October 18/19 and 25/26.
50/50 WINNERS
Congratulations to our September 50/50 winners, Karen & Gary Whinnery.
OFFICE CLOSURE
The Parish Office will be closed on Monday, October 12th in observance of Columbus Day.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS PANCAKE BREAKFAST
The Knights of Columbus pancake breakfast will be held this Sunday, October 12, 2008 from 9:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. in the Parish Hall and will be serving pancakes, sausage, juice & coffee.
INDIVIDUALLY DIRECTED RETREATS OFFERED AT ST. ANTHONY’S
A private individually directed retreat is an unstructured time of quiet for prayer, reading, walking and enjoying the beauty of nature with the opportunity of meeting with a spiritual director once a day to help sort out what God might be doing or saying in the mix of all that is going on in our lives.There is nothing like a couple of days of quiet to allow the muddy waters of our lives to settle and clear. Why not treat yourself this year to a personal retreat? The cost for this retreat is $100 per night which includes a private room with bath, all meals plus a session with a spiritual director. You can schedule your retreat for as many days and at any time that is convenient for you.
During the week it is quieter and almost always there is availability. Some weekends are filled but usually there are a few rooms available. Call Sister Danielle Witt, SSND at (559) 561-4595 to make a reservation or for more information.
RACHEL’S VINEYARD
Retreats for healing after abortion – Rachel’s Vineyard weekend retreats are a beautiful opportunity for any person who has struggled with the emotional or spiritual pain of abortion. For more information please call Jennifer Butcher at this toll free number at (877) 629-6629 or visit their website at www.rachelsvineyard.org.
2008 CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR
We would like to invite anyone in the parish to join us and help plan this annual event. You do not have to be crafty person. The more people we have, the easier the job is. Please contact the parish office at 760-872-7231 and we will be glad to answer your questions. Crafters, please get busy, we need you! Call Heidi if you would like a vendor application sent to you for the Craft Fair scheduled for December 6th.
