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ST. BRIGID
JULY 5, 2015
A Message from Father Peter
Parish of Saint Brigid
– The Hellos and Goodbyes of LIFE are so hard.... Fr. Peter Bosque
Whole Community Catechesis
Question of the Week
Mk 56:1-6a
Theme:
We must believe in Jesus ourselves.
Question for Adults:
Name a time when you placed your trust in God even
though those around you did not believe.
Question for Youth:
When have you struggled to speak the truth among
your friends? What makes this difficult? What are the
consequences?
Question for Children:
What helps you have deeper faith in Jesus?
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Readings for the Week
Monday:
Gn 28:10-22a; Ps 91:1-4, 14-15b; Mt 9:18-26
Tuesday:
Gn 32:23-33; Ps 17:1b, 2-3, 6-8b, 15; Mt 9:32-38
Wednesday: Gn 41:55-57; 42:5-7a, 17-24a;
Ps 33:2-3, 10-11, 18-19; Mt 10:1-7
Thursday:
Gn 44:18-21, 23b-29; 45:1-5; Ps 105:16-21;
Mt 10:7-15
Friday:
Gn 46:1-7, 28-30; Ps 37:3-4, 18-19, 27-28, 39-40;
Mt 10:16-23
Saturday:
Gn 49:29-32; 50:15-26a; Ps 105:1-4, 6-7;
Mt 10:24-33
Sunday:
Am 7:12-15; Ps 85:9-14; Eph 1:3-14; Mk 6:7-13
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Mass Intentions—July 6-July 11
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Rick Carswell 
Joseph Jacquemet 
Frances Walsh 
David Worden 
Richard T. Maurer 
Anne Phillips 
At the parish Masses last weekend, I shared news
regarding my ministry to, and life with, all of you. In an ardent desire
to ensure every one might know my sincerity about my thanksgiving
for this past year with you, I share with you in this article what I had
announced.
Last week, I received a call from Bishop McElroy, asking
me to serve as pastor of Good Shepherd in Mira Mesa. I was
humbled and honored, and told the Bishop I would go wherever he
asks me. It appears my service will begin there July 15th.
I was, and remain, quite conflicted about this news. On the
one hand, I am honored with the appointment and its
responsibilities; but on the other, I receive it with poignancy because
it means I will no longer be one of your parish priests.
My time here with you has been nothing less than graced
and joy-filled, literally showing me the Face of our Lord in the
manifold opportunities to encounter, love, and serve, Jesus; and
because we did in so many profound experiences of Him, be able to
encounter, love and serve, Him, neighbor and wide community
world as well! This has been such a gift to be here!!!
I have been blessed to be part of the staff here, who are
as generous and joyful – as they are loving and inspiring.
Particularly and profoundly, I have been touched and humbled by
the deacons who serve here, in their witness of faith and love,as I
have been in their wives and families. Serving with them has
reminded me of all that is so good in our Church.
But most especially, I am blessed by your pastor, Fr.
Steve, who I have known half my life, but with whom I had never
served. He teaches and reminds me so much of how to be a better
priest. And in his love of Christ, and you all, he shows me the “why”
of priesthood. Most tenderly, and personally, he is someone I love
and am honored to call my friend.
I offer you the words and wisdom of Oliver Wendell
Holmes Jr., whose life experience is worthy of study, wisdom which
has informed virtually my entire adult life...
As sincere as I am in saying what I have about Fr. Steve,
the deacons and the staff, mine was been even a greater blessing
and joy to pray with you, and be inspired by your faith and
goodness. You were, and shall always be, part of the wind which
has moved me along the journey to reach the Port of Heaven, the
other side of life where ALL our hopes belong. And if I do not arrive
at that Port, it is NOT because I haven't been shown the way!
As St. Paul wrote.... “I give thanks to my God through
Jesus Christ for all of you, because your faith is heralded throughout
the world..... I <shall> remember you constantly, always asking in
my prayers that somehow by God's will I may at last find my way
clear to come to you <even if only at the end of our days>.” Romans
1: 8-9
Extending a sincere THANK YOU for how you bless my
life, I take great comfort in the etymological foundation for “good
bye” originally meant, and says so gracefully – “God be with you!!!” I
take leave of you knowing that God really is!!!
Fr. Peter Bosque
ph. 858-271-0207 ext. 1202
[email protected]
Good Shepherd Catholic Church
8200 Gold Coast Drive
San Diego CA 92126-3699
www.goodshepherdparish.net
Get Connected
Find more information about all ministries
on our parish website!
www.saintbrigidparish.org
Young Adult Ministry ~ 20’s & 30’s
Ultimate Frisbee at Liberty Station
Monday, July 6th—5:30 p.m.—7:00 p.m.
Contact: Nathan at (619) 415-3024 or [email protected]
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Adoration
Wednesday, July 8th—6:00-7:00 p.m. in the church
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Theology of the Body
Wednesday, July 8th—7:15 p.m.—John Paul II Room
Meet at 7:00 p.m. in the Ministry Center for food!
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Ladies Breakfast
Saturday, July 11th—10 a.m.—12:00 p.m.—Ministry Center
Come join other spirit-filled young women to grow
closer to Christ and build friendships! We will meet for a light
breakfast, a short talk and discussion. Breakfast is a potluck—
first names that begin with A-L bring a protein—eggs, bacon,
sausage and first names that begin with M-Z bring fruit, pastries,
juices, etc. If you are able to come, contact Cullen at (240) 3816308 or [email protected].
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For more information call or email Carrie at (858) 4833416 or [email protected] or go to the parish website
at www.saintbrigidparish.org.
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St. Brigid 30s & 40s Group
If you would like to be added to the weekly email list,
please send an email to [email protected]
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St. Brigid High School Youth Ministry
Wednesday, July 8th
Wednesday Burgers and Bible Study
Text Grant for details at (858) 682-8888.
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Do You Know…
Perfume and cologne can trigger life-threatening
breathing emergencies in persons with asthma, allergies and
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)? Hospitals and
schools are becoming “scent-free” due to this increasing health
hazard. Please be sensitive to this concern when coming to
church. Thank you.
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Ministry for Men
The Men’s Ministry meets on the 1st & 3rd Thursdays
at 6:30 p.m. in the Conference Room.
St. Brigid Adult Community
40’s & 50’s
Single/Married/Divorced/Widowed
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3rd Annual Beer Tasting and Social
Wednesday, July 8th—7:00 p.m.—8:30 p.m.
REAL Bar & Bistro—Solana Beach—Cost: $30
Join us for an evening of great beer, food and
fellowship. Your evening includes six beer tastings: hand
selected craft brews that highlight the best of the San Diego
craft beer scene. Gourmet food pairings to balance the palate.
Register online at http://sandiegocac.org/calendar
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Friday Evenings During the Summer
Father Barron’s Catholicism Series continues
Friday, July 10th—7:00p.m.—8:30 p.m.—Parish Lounge
Week 5: The Indispensible Men: Peter, Paul
and the Missionary Adventure
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Save the Date!—Monday, July 20th
Theology “Uncorked!”
7:00 p.m.—Our Mother of Confidence Parish
Speaker: Brian Curry
Topic: Brief History of Scripture:
Historical perspective to the books of the Bible
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Find out details about ALL upcoming events on our
calendar of events: sandiegocac.org/calendar or sign up for our
weekly email! Contact Nancy Wesseln at (858) 483-3034 or
[email protected].
St. Brigid parish is working with Our Mother of
Confidence and St. Therese of Carmel parishes to provide
Activities and a Social Network for Catholics to meet: San
Diego Catholic Adult Community.
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Active 60’s+!
Married/Single/Divorced/Widowed
St. Brigid and Our Mother of Confidence parishes
working together to provide Activities and a Social Network for
Catholics ages 60+!
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Sign up to receive our Active 60’s+ weekly email at
http://sandiegocac.org/ and choose St. Brigid as your parish or
contact Allie at (858) 232-9310.
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Becoming Catholic
The formation of the individual starts with the
community. The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (R.C.I.A.) is
a process of discernment and formation for adults interested in
exploring the possibility of becoming Catholic. It is open to those
who are unbaptized, or baptized Christians, or to baptized
Catholics seeking to complete their Sacraments in the Catholic
Church. For more information, please contact Lee Hulburt
at (858) 483-3030 ext. 117 or [email protected].
We ask the community to pray that engaged in this
process of discernment and formation, they may experience the
love of our Lord and Savior, through the love expressed by this
community.
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The Shape of Things
We cannot help conforming ourselves to what we love .
—St. Francis de Sales
Saint Brigid School of Prayer
“Into the Deep”
Jesus invites us to “put out into the deep
for a catch.” How deep will you let Him
take you? How deep is the water of your
Baptism?
All are invited this Summer on a
deep dive with Christ. Discover your true
identity as a beloved child of God—with
whom He is well pleased. Speakers
include Father Steve, Father Peter, Gayle
Heyman, Deacon Chris, and Jason Simon
of Evangelical Catholic.
Summer Series
Tuesdays, 6:30—8:30 p.m.
7/07—Discernment
7/21—Priest, Prophet, King
8/04—Being Sacrament
8/18—How Faith Works
9/01—Engaging the World
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St. Brigid Senior Scene
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Mondays: Prayer Group-All ages are welcome! Mary Lou’s
Group meets at 10:00 a.m. in the Parish Lounge. Call Mary
Lou at (858) 272-5372 if you have any questions!
 Tuesdays: 12:00 p.m.—3:00 p.m. —Bay Room—Bridge
 Wednesdays:10:00 a.m.—Parish Lounge—Moving
Meditation for Seniors —Come learn gentle movements
that promote health and flexibility along with spiritual
peacefulness.
 Wednesdays: 12:00 Noon—Bay Room—Pacesetters—
Weekly gathering, lunch and card games—Join us!
Contacts: Marianne—619-295-1346 or Pat—858-270-1580
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Want to know more? See the list of weekly “Senior
Scene” events listed here in the bulletin or check our Senior
Bulletin Board located right outside the Bay Room!
Want to sign up for our “Senior Scene” email! Contact
Nancy at [email protected] or (858) 483-3034.
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Senior Fridays
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Friday, Faith and Fellowship!—12:00 p.m.—1:30 p.m.
Bring your lunch and join us every Friday! We watch a
Catholic DVD series or a Catholic movie! What’s showing?
Check the Senior Bulletin Board or your “Senior Scene”
Email update!
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 Fridays: Chair Yoga continues! Please Note the New
Time!: 1:30 p.m.—2:15 p.m. in the Lounge - Contact: Sara
(858) 863-3992
The class is for all ages, all ability levels—45 minute class.
Strengthen your mind, body and spirit without standing up!
Build muscle tone, strength, flexibility and a positive mental
attitude.
Certified instructor: Sara [email protected] or (858)
863-3992.
Healing Prayer Ministry
Healing Prayer Today!
Today, Sunday, July 5th, and every first Sunday of the
month, the Healing Prayer Ministry is available from 10:00 to
11:00 a.m. in the John Paul II Room to pray with anyone
seeking healing—whether physical, spiritual or emotional. All
are welcome!
If you need prayer at times other than the scheduled
prayer time, we are happy to make arrangements to pray with
you at another time. Call Erika at (858) 775-7458. or Mike and
Kathy at (858) 715-9831. Our prayer team will also pray for your
intentions that you submit online through the website, enewsletter, or to [email protected].
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Family Knight Summer Movie Series
The Summer Movie Series includes a lite dinner and a
movie! Please join us for these free Friday family friendly
events! The doors open at 5:30 p.m. for dinner and the movie
starts at 6:30 p.m.
Friday, July 10th
“Big Hero 6”—Lite Dinner: Tacos with refried beans
and tortilla chips
Friday, August 14th
“The Karate Kid”—Lite Dinner: Hot dogs (chili, sauerkraut,
jalapeno and traditional), served with potato chips
The usual ice cream, popcorn, cookies and punch will
be provided. This is a FREE event but donations are gratefully
appreciated.
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Neighbors In Need
Our ministry serves our neighbors in need on the
2nd and 4th Mondays of each month.
Our cooler weather is on the way out and with our
longer days and sunshine, our needs now include lighter
clothing, jackets, sweaters, shoes and new socks for both
women and men. Sunscreen, and the usual notions including
toothbrushes and toothpaste and cash donations are also
greatly appreciated. Please leave in Parish office clearly
marked "Neighbors in Need". And remember, it is you that
make this Ministry the success it is . Our next dinner will be
served on Monday, July 13th in the parish hall.
We should challenge ourselves in our discipleship to
help others.
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T.V. Mass for the Homebound
Make Sundays complete for someone you love who
can’t get to church by sharing information about TV Mass for the
homebound.
Sunday TV Mass—9:30 a.m. MyTV13 cable channel 13
Note: TV Mass does not meet the Sunday Mass
obligation for the faithful who are able to attend in person.
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Recognizing our Military Column
will return soon.
Prayer for the Sick
Please include the following parishioners in your
prayers for those suffering from illness or disease:
Tom Abts
Betty O’Neil
Martin Aguilar
Stuart Patton
Matilde Arviso
Diane Perry
Mary Brown
Fay Putz
Marlene Cesarz
Hilda Rivera
Corbet Ciszak
Andre Rouelle
Eva Crossman
Ruth Smith
Julia Davidson
April Solis
Gina Ferreira
Kathryn Sundquist
Caralina Floding
Virgie Candor Sweet
Mary Gildea
Walt Tice
Toni Gholson
Amparo Valin
Alicia Hubbs
Mario S. Valin
Niki Lawless
Ariadna Wall
Eve Lonack
Ethel Walsh
Joe McGreevy
Andy Weis
Carl Miller
Warren Wells
Karlyn Murphy
Michele Welters
Chris Nastro
Elizabeth Wheelock
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Register for Online Giving
Online giving is available for your weekly offering. It is
a convenient way to submit your offering without having to write
checks, remember to bring your envelopes to church, or worry
about missing while you are on vacation. You may give online
through your bank account, or, why not use your credit card to
earn points or miles? To use the online giving method, go to the
St. Brigid Parish website at www.saintbrigidparish.org and then
click on “Treasure” under the Stewardship heading and then the
link for “online giving.”
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Sunday Offering for the Week of: June 20 & 21
Online:
$
Envelopes: $
Loose:
$
Total:
3,918.00
9,208.31
2,776.67
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$ 15,902.98
Prepare for the Jubilee Year of Mercy
Fr. John Larsen MIC will give three presentations on
Mercy according to the teachings and writings of Pope Francis,
Pope Benedict XVI, St. John Paul II and three doctors of the
church. July 11th 9:30 a.m.—1:00 p.m. St. Michael’s (Paradise
Hills), Monday, July 13th after 11:00 a.m. Mass at John Paul the
Great Catholic College Escondido, Tuesday, July 14th 6:30—
9:00 p.m., St. Elizabeth Seton, Carlsbad. For more information,
please contact Bud at (619) 463-5603 or Patricia at (760) 3319628.
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Please Contact Us...
If you have moved, changed your phone number,
mailing address, email address or changed your name, please
contact the parish office immediately at (858) 483-3030 to
update your parish registration. Thank you.
New Moms’ Group Forming
Are you pregnant or a mother of a child under 5 years?
We are starting a new group just for you! Come to our St. Brigid
Moms’ Group “Meet and Greet”, have a light dinner, and hear
more about it. We will gather on Tuesday, July 28th at 6:30 p.m.
in the Ministry Center. Feel free to bring your children. For more
information about this new ministry, or to help with planning,
contact Alicia at [email protected] or (760)
845-4522 . To R.S.V.P. for this event, please email Alicia at
[email protected].
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Lord Teach Me To Pray
Are you a woman or man of prayer?
Are you comfortable working with small groups?
July 10-11, St. Therese of Carmel Catholic Church will
host a Facilitator Training-Retreat for the “Lord Teach Me To
Pray” prayer series. There is no charge for the training itself or
the materials. It will be conducted in a retreat setting and
discernment atmosphere. Come & discern if God is calling you
to become a facilitator! Or, if you are simply interested in finding
out more about Ignatian Prayer and the “Lord Teach Me To
Pray” (LTMTP) prayer series, you are also invited! For info and
registration: Mrs. Carol Weiler at (504) 439-5933 or
[email protected]. Or to download a registration form go to
www.lordteachmetopray.com.
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Thank You
I’d like to thank everyone that helped with the plant
sale in June. Thank you to everyone who made donations, gave
plants and purchased plants. The sale would not have been
such a success without your support. Proceeds from the sale
exceeded $2,000. The monies from the sale will help the children in Manta, Ecuador born with megacephalic (large heads),
which causes fluid on the brain.
Sincerely,
Flerida Calkins
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Attention Parishioners!
Summer is here and we are in need of some help with
the gardening around the church. Can you help?
Call the parish office at (858) 483-3030 and leave your
name and number for Sally! Thank You.
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June Baptisms
We welcome into our parish community the following
children who were baptized at Saint Brigid during the month of
June.
Noelle Gwendolyn Bucher
Audrey Caroline Ellis
Kamilah Janus Ibañez
Sebastian Albert Marchetti
Nathin Russell Marchner
Ronan Collins Murfey
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Prayer for Vocations
Treasures From Our Tradition
During the month of July, please say the following
prayer for an increase in vocations in the Diocese of San Diego.
In the sixteenth century, the Council of Trent, which was
otherwise devoted to liturgical uniformity, was very tolerant of
age‑old marriage customs. The Council singled out
“praiseworthy” customs and hoped they would be retained. The
Second Vatican Council likewise asked for a careful evaluation
of customs, admitting that not everything about wedding practice
is “praiseworthy.” In our revised liturgy, all of the prayers
consistently stress the equality of the partners. Some familiar
customs do not match this insight. Often, the groom remains
hidden in a sacristy while the bride, accompanied only by her
father, enters with her attendants. This is hardly equality,
especially if it appears that her father is “giving her away” to her
husband. This is a familiar enough scene, but increasingly
couples are called to a different practice. Symbols and signs
carry and communicate meaning. The challenge for couples
today is to match the meaning to the symbol, and for the couple
to be authentic in all they do and say on the day of their
wedding. Having bride and groom both take part fully and
equally in the entrance procession is exactly the kind of
“praiseworthy” practice we’ve been looking for!
O Holy Spirit, Spirit of wisdom and divine love,
impart Your knowledge, understanding and counsel to youth
that they may know the vocation wherein they can best serve
God.
Give them courage and strength to follow God’s holy
will. Guide their uncertain steps, strengthen their resolutions,
shield their chastity, fashion their minds, conquer their hearts
and lead to the vineyards where they will labor in God’s holy
service. Amen.
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Retrouvaille of San Diego
Retrouvaille is a program designed to help Troubled
Marriages regain their health. It helps spouses uncover or reawakens the Love, Trust and Commitment that originally
brought them together.
For information call (951) 259-9474. The next English
weekend is September 11—13. Space is limited. The next
Spanish weekend is September 18—20th. Please call (619) 423
-0182 for more information about the Spanish weekend.
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Eucharistic Adoration
Thursdays—8:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m.
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Divine Mercy Chaplet—3:00 p.m.
Please join us for some quiet time
with the Lord. Every Thursday we have
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament in the
church.
If you would like to sign up for specific time either as a
permanent volunteer or as a substitute, please contact
Rosemary Fraunces at (858) 254-3945.
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Male Tenor Needed
Ordinary Time, the Sunday 5:30 p.m. Mass
contemporary music group, is looking for a male tenor to join us
in song and service to our parish community. Requires ability to
carry a tune and read music. Call or email Brian J. Curry at
(619) 517-1520 or [email protected].
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Explorer Day
On Saturday, July 18th, the Diocese of San Diego is
hosting an Explorer Day for those men who are interested in
exploring a possible vocation to the priesthood. The day will be
held at St. Francis Center on the campus of the University of
San Diego from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. If living a life of service
for Christ and the people of God is attractive to you, take
advantage of the opportunity to attend this upcoming Explorer
Day. The day includes Mass and other common prayer,
presentations from priests and an opportunity to ask questions
and discuss topics such as: What is a priest? What does a priest
do? What is the preparation process like? What are some of the
rewards and challenges of priestly ministry? How does a man
know if God is calling him to the priesthood? Pre-registration is
required for this event/
Pick up an application from Father Steve or contact
Father Pedro Rivera at St. Francis Center at (858) 490-8385.
—Rev. James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co.
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Magnificat Breakfast
Saturday, July 25th—St. Michael’s Parish—Poway
North County Magnificat (for this meal we are also
welcoming Men) “A Ministry to Catholic Women” invites you to
the next quarterly breakfast. Mass is at 7:30 a.m. followed by
breakfast and guest speaker. The speaker for July is Jesse
Romero, a Catholic Lay Evangelist who is nationally acclaimed
for his dynamic, upbeat Christ-centered preaching also referred
to as “On Fire Evangelization.”
For more information and to make reservations go to
www.magnificat-nsd.org or contact Rosemary Geiger at (760)
505-6625.
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Faith in Jesus Christ
Mark’s Gospel account today is built on a double
astonishment or amazement: the neighbors and family of Jesus
are astonished that he taught in the synagogue with wisdom and
worked powerful signs. Jesus, in turn, is amazed that they have
no faith in him because they know his origins, not because of
any fault with his teaching or ministry. As with many of Mark’s
passages, we get a rather intimate glimpse here of the human
part of Jesus’ two-fold nature. To reinforce his point, Mark tells
of Jesus’ return to his native place, and further points out that he
is in the midst of his own family members there. From the very
people he expected the most, Jesus received the least. In the
day of the Gospel’s writing, Mark was attempting to illustrate a
lesson to the house of Israel: the God of the covenant expected
the greatest faith from the house of Israel, but often received the
least. This is a good source for reflection on our part, we who
are Jesus’ followers today. For the wisdom of Christ to continue
and for our lives to be seen as signs of his power, he must
expect and be able to find great faith among us. Will he? Can
he? Does he? Or is he, once again, amazed by its absence?
Copyright © J.S. Paluch Co.
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Waiting
Our Lord prefers to wait for the sinner for years
rather than keep the sinner waiting for one instant.
—St. Peter Julian Eymard